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SHENZHEN, China, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SonoScape Medical Corp. today announced the release of S-Fetus 4.0, the latest software upgrade of the company's flagship ultrasound product offering. This technical breakthrough marks S-Fetus 4.0 as the globally first smart obstetric screening technology based on deep learning.
Leveraging the deep learning techniques, the S-Fetus 4.0 Obstetric Screening Assistant allows doctors to automatically acquire standard planes and measure fetal biometry with fast performance and accuracy. Without the need for manually repetitive operation of the device, the system was designed with one-click simple touch to streamline the sonogram pocess and improve scanning efficiency. "Our obstetric screening assistant has achieved breakthroughs in terms of performance and scalability and now it can offer more efficient means of smart obstetric diagnosis that assist doctors in precise work to ensure better patient outcomes", said Zhou Guoyi, Head of SonoScape Medical Innovation Research Center.
To improve service capability, SonoScape applied this newly upgrade to a variety of high-end ultrasound equipment. The S-Fetus 4.0 is going to run on SonoScape S60, P60, P60 Exp, S50 Elite, P50 Elite and P40 Elite, both in the North America and ROW Region. "With our commitment to the independent R&D and innovation of medical equipment, our cutting edge technology has been able to realize its potential to serve medical institutions around the world", commented Naizhang Feng, Vice President of SonoScape Ultrasound Division.
The S-Fetus 4.0 Obstetric Screening Assistant is powered by Intel® oneAPI Toolkits, for more information please check https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/healthcare-it/resources/sonoscape-oneapi-brief.html
About SonoScape
Founded in 2002 in Shenzhen China, SonoScape has committed itself to "Caring for Life through Innovation" by providing ultrasound and endoscopy solutions. With seamless support, SonoScape provides worldwide sales and service in more than 130 countries, benefiting local hospitals and doctors with comprehensive imaging diagnostic evidence and technical support. Investing 20% of total revenue into R&D annually, SonoScape establishes seven R&D centers in Shenzhen, Shanghai, Harbin, Wuhan, Tokyo, Seattle, and Silicon Valley, with more advanced products to be introduced into the pipeline.
For more information, please visit us at https://sonoscape.com/.
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Holocaust survivor, Presidential Medal of Freedom winner Gerda Weissmann Klein dies at 97
By Rebekah Riess, CNN
Holocaust survivor and Presidential Medal of Freedom winner, Gerda Weissmann Klein, died April 3, her son Jim Klein confirmed to CNN. She was 97.
Born in Bielsko, Poland, on May 8, 1924, Klein had enjoyed a “normal life” until the Nazis invaded in September 1939, according to her obituary. She and her family were forced into a ghetto and her parents were ultimately deported to Auschwitz. Klein never saw them or her brother again.
Klein endured years in slave labor and concentration camps before being forced to walk a 35-mile death march from Poland to what is now the Czech Republic.
Against all odds, Klein survived. US troops, including Lt. Kurt Klein, the man who she would later marry, liberated her on May 7, 1945, on the eve of her 21st birthday. At the time, she weighed just 68 pounds and her hair had turned gray, the obituary says. She and Kurt married in Paris on June 18, 1946, and later settled in Buffalo, New York.
Klein wrote about her experiences during the war in her autobiography, “All But My Life,” which was the basis for the Oscar and Emmy-winning HBO documentary, “One Survivor Remembers.”
Throughout the years, Klein received numerous awards and accolades, including in 1997, when President Clinton appointed her to the US Holocaust Memorial Museum Council, and in 2010, when she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian award. She also addressed the United Nations General Assembly in January 2006 at its first observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, her son told CNN.
“Our family has always believed that Mom and Dad’s greatest achievement is that they were able to emerge from the Holocaust and create for themselves and their children a completely normal life in the United States. That they and others who experienced such horror were able to do so, is to us nothing short of remarkable,” Jim Klein said.
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I'm a professional healthcare worker and I thought there could be a better way to disinfect patient bedpans," said an inventor, from Mitchell, Ontario, Canada, "so I invented the BED PAN BUDDY. My design would eliminate the problem of improperly sanitized bedpans, which can spread infections through direct contact."
The patent-pending invention provides an effective way to sanitize bedpans. In doing so, it offers an improved alternative to manual disinfecting methods. As a result, it saves time and effort and it helps to prevent contamination and the spread of germs. Additionally, the invention features a portable design that is easy to use and transport so it is ideal for hospitals, nursing homes and home health care settings.
The original design was submitted to the Toronto sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-TRO-612, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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ATLANTA, July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MetroCity Bankshares, Inc. ("MetroCity" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MCBS), holding company for Metro City Bank (the "Bank"), today reported net income of $16.1 million, or $0.63 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2022, compared to $19.4 million, or $0.76 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2022, and $14.4 million, or $0.56 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2021. For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the Company reported net income of $35.5 million, or $1.38 per diluted share, compared to $27.4 million, or $1.06 per diluted share, for the same period in 2021.
Second Quarter 2022 Highlights:
- Annualized return on average assets was 2.16%, compared to 2.52% for the first quarter of 2022 and 2.53% for the second quarter of 2021.
- Annualized return on average equity was 20.65%, compared to 26.94% for the first quarter of 2022 and 22.51% for the second quarter of 2021.
- Efficiency ratio of 37.6%, compared to 31.8% for the first quarter of 2022 and 36.2% for the second quarter of 2021.
- Total loans increased by $257.7 million, or 10.3%, to $2.77 billion from the previous quarter.
- Net interest margin was 4.26%, compared to 4.16% for the first quarter of 2022 and 4.60% for the second quarter of 2021.
Results of Operations
Net Income
Net income was $16.1 million for the second quarter of 2022, a decrease of $3.3 million, or 17.1%, from $19.4 million for the first quarter of 2022. This decrease was due to an decrease in noninterest income of $3.0 million, a decrease in net interest income of $433,000 and an increase in noninterest expense of $940,000, offset by a decrease in income tax expense of $943,000. Net income increased $1.7 million, or 11.9%, in the second quarter of 2022 compared to net income of $14.4 million for the second quarter of 2021. This increase was due to an increase in net interest income of $5.4 million and a decrease in provision for loan losses of $2.2 million, offset by a decrease in noninterest income of $3.9 million, an increase in noninterest expense of $1.0 million and an increase in provision for income taxes of $926,000.
Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin
Interest income totaled $33.0 million for the second quarter of 2022, an increase of $1.1 million, or 3.4%, from the previous quarter, primarily due to a $63.8 million increase in average loan balances. We recognized Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP") loan fee income of $341,000 during the second quarter of 2022 compared to $503,000 recognized during the first quarter of 2022. As compared to the second quarter of 2021, interest income for the second quarter of 2022 increased by $7.1 million, or 27.6%, primarily due to an increase in average loan balances of $636.4 million.
Interest expense totaled $2.8 million for the second quarter of 2022, an increase of $1.5 million, or 115.8%, from the previous quarter, primarily due to a 28 basis points increase in deposit costs and a 54 basis points increase in borrowing costs. As compared to the second quarter of 2021, interest expense for the second quarter of 2022 increased by $1.7 million, or 163.9%, primarily due to a $465.7 million increase in average interest-bearing deposit balances coupled with a 26 basis points increase in deposit costs.
The net interest margin for the second quarter of 2022 was 4.26% compared to 4.16% for the previous quarter, an increase of ten basis points. The yield on average interest-earning assets for the second quarter of 2022 increased by 31 basis points to 4.65% from 4.34% for the previous quarter, while the cost of average interest-bearing liabilities for the second quarter of 2022 increased by 32 basis points to 0.56% from 0.24% for the previous quarter. Average earning assets decreased by $143.0 million from the previous quarter, primarily due to a decrease of $205.7 million in average interest-earning cash accounts offset by an increase in average loans of $63.8 million. Average interest-bearing liabilities decreased by $182.6 million from the previous quarter as average borrowings decreased by $221.5 million and interest-bearing deposits increased by $38.9 million. The inclusion of PPP loan average balances, interest and fees had a three basis points impact on both the yield on average loans and the net interest margin for the second quarter of 2022.
As compared to the same period in 2021, the net interest margin for the second quarter of 2022 decreased by 34 basis points to 4.26% from 4.60%, primarily due to a 14 basis point decrease in the yield on average interest-earning assets of $2.85 billion and a 25 basis point increase in the cost of average interest-bearing liabilities of $2.00 billion. Average earning assets for the second quarter of 2022 increased by $679.5 million from the second quarter of 2021, due to a $636.4 million increase in average loans and a $43.1 million increase in total investments. Average interest-bearing liabilities for the second quarter of 2022 increased by $618.0 million from the second quarter of 2021, driven by an increase in average interest-bearing deposits of $465.7 million and an increase in average borrowings of $152.3 million.
Noninterest Income
Noninterest income for the second quarter of 2022 was $4.7 million, a decrease of $3.0 million, or 39.2%, from the first quarter of 2022, primarily due to a significant decrease in Small Business Administration ("SBA") servicing income and gains on sale of SBA loans, partially offset by higher mortgage loan fees as mortgage loan originations totaled $327.0 million during the second quarter of 2022 compared to $162.9 million for the previous quarter. We elected not to sell any SBA loans during the second quarter of 2022 as premiums drastically declined during the quarter. During the second quarter of 2022, we recorded a $2.3 million fair value loss on our SBA servicing asset and an $88,000 fair value impairment recovery on our mortgage servicing asset. These servicing asset adjustments had a $0.07 per share impact on our diluted earnings per share for the quarter.
Compared to the same period in 2021, noninterest income for the second quarter of 2022 decreased by $3.9 million, or 45.9%, primarily due to much lower SBA servicing income and gains on sale of SBA loans, offset by higher gains on sale of mortgage loans and mortgage serving income.
Noninterest Expense
Noninterest expense for the second quarter of 2022 totaled $13.1 million, an increase of $940,000, or 7.7%, from $12.2 million for the first quarter of 2022. This increase was primarily attributable to higher salaries and employee benefits partially due to an increase in commissions earned as loan volume increased during the quarter. Compared to the second quarter of 2021, noninterest expense during the second quarter of 2022 increased by $1.0 million, or 8.5%, primarily due to higher salaries and employee benefits and IT-related expenses.
The Company's efficiency ratio was 37.6% for the second quarter of 2022 compared to 31.8% and 36.2% for the first quarter of 2022 and second quarter of 2021, respectively. For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the efficiency ratio was 34.6% compared with 36.1% for the same period in 2021.
Income Tax Expense
The Company's effective tax rate for the second quarter of 2022 was 26.0%, compared to 25.3% for the first quarter of 2022 and 24.7% for the second quarter of 2021.
Balance Sheet
Total Assets
Total assets were $3.17 billion at June 30, 2022, an increase of $25.5 million, or 0.8%, from $3.14 billion at March 31, 2022, and an increase of $650.0 million, or 25.8%, from $2.52 billion at June 30, 2021. The $25.5 million increase in total assets at June 30, 2022 compared to March 31, 2022 was primarily due to increases in loans held for investment of $257.7 million and other assets of $13.1 million, partially offset by decreases in cash and cash equivalents of $201.6 million and loans held for sale of $37.9 million. The $650.0 million increase in total assets at June 30, 2022 compared to June 30, 2021 was primarily due to increases in loans of $678.3 million, equity securities of $10.8 million, bank owned life insurance of $32.0 million and other assets of $20.2 million, offset by a $90.8 million decrease in cash and cash equivalents and an increase in the allowance for loan losses of $2.8 million.
Loans
Loans held for investment were $2.77 billion at June 30, 2022, an increase of $257.7 million, or 10.3%, compared to $2.51 billion at March 31, 2022, and an increase of $678.3 million, or 32.4%, compared to $2.09 billion at June 30, 2021. The increase in loans at June 30, 2022 compared to March 31, 2022 was primarily due to a $6.4 million increase in construction and development loans, a $14.2 million increase in commercial real estate loans and a $246.5 million increase in residential mortgages, offset by a $8.2 million decrease in commercial and industrial loans primarily due to PPP loan forgiveness. Included in commercial and industrial loans are PPP loans totaling $8.9 million as of June 30, 2022. PPP Loans totaled $19.8 million as of March 31, 2022 and $93.1 million as of June 30, 2021. There were no loans classified as held for sale at June 30, 2022 or June 30, 2021. Loans held for sale were $37.9 million at March 31, 2022.
Deposits
Total deposits were $2.40 billion at June 30, 2022, an increase of $14.9 million, or 0.6%, compared to total deposits of $2.38 billion at March 31, 2022, and an increase of $422.2 million, or 21.4%, compared to total deposits of $1.97 billion at June 30, 2021. The increase in total deposits at June 30, 2022 compared to March 31, 2022 was due to an $11.3 million increase in money market accounts, a $4.5 million increase in noninterest-bearing demand deposits, a $2.7 million increase in time deposits and a $0.7 million increase in interest-bearing demand deposits, offset by a $4.3 million decrease in savings accounts.
Noninterest-bearing deposits were $620.2 million at June 30, 2022, compared to $615.7 million at March 31, 2022 and $618.1 million at June 30, 2021. Noninterest-bearing deposits constituted 25.9% of total deposits at June 30, 2022, compared to 25.8% at March 31, 2022 and 31.3% at June 30, 2021. Interest-bearing deposits were $1.78 billion at June 30, 2022, compared to $1.77 billion at March 31, 2022 and $1.36 billion at June 30, 2021. Interest-bearing deposits constituted 74.1% of total deposits at June 30, 2022, compared to 74.2% at March 31, 2022 and 68.7% at June 30, 2021.
Asset Quality
The Company recorded no provision for loan losses during the second quarter of 2022, compared to $104,000 during the first quarter of 2022 and $2.2 million during the second quarter of 2021. Annualized net charge-offs to average loans for the second quarter of 2022 was 0.00%, compared to 0.06% for the first quarter of 2022 and 0.02% for the second quarter of 2021. The Company is not required to implement the provisions of the current expected credit losses accounting standard issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board in the Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-13 until January 1, 2023, and is continuing to account for the allowance for loan losses under the incurred loss model.
Nonperforming assets totaled $34.0 million, or 1.07% of total assets, at June 30, 2022, an increase of $18.0 million from $16.0 million, or 0.51% of total assets, at March 31, 2022, and an increase of $20.0 million from $14.0 million, or 0.56% of total assets, at June 30, 2021. The increase in nonperforming assets at June 30, 2022 compared to March 31, 2022 was due to a $10.4 million increase in nonaccrual loans and a $7.6 million increase in accruing troubled debt restructurings.
Allowance for loan losses as a percentage of total loans was 0.60% at June 30, 2022, compared to 0.66% at both March 31, 2022 and June 30, 2021. Excluding outstanding PPP loans of $8.9 million as of June 30, 2022, $19.8 million as of March 31, 2022 and $93.1 million as of June 30, 2021, the allowance for loan losses as a percentage of total loans was 0.60% at June 30, 2022, 0.67% at March 31, 2022 and 0.69% at June 30, 2021. Allowance for loan losses as a percentage of nonperforming loans was 54.79% at June 30, 2022, compared to 134.39% and 147.82% at March 31, 2022 and June 30, 2021, respectively.
About MetroCity Bankshares, Inc.
MetroCity Bankshares, Inc. is a Georgia corporation and a registered bank holding company for its wholly-owned banking subsidiary, Metro City Bank, which is headquartered in the Atlanta, Georgia metropolitan area. Founded in 2006, Metro City Bank currently operates 19 full-service branch locations in multi-ethnic communities in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, New York, New Jersey, Texas and Virginia. To learn more about Metro City Bank, visit www.metrocitybank.bank.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this press release regarding future events and our expectations and beliefs about our future financial performance and financial condition, as well as trends in our business and markets, including statements regarding the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and related variants on our business and financial results and conditions, constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of, and subject to the protections of, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements are not historical in nature and may be identified by references to a future period or periods by the use of the words "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "estimate," "project," "outlook," or words of similar meaning, or future or conditional verbs such as "will," "would," "should," "could," or "may." The forward-looking statements in this press release should not be relied on because they are based on current information and on assumptions that we make about future events and circumstances that are subject to a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties that are often difficult to predict and beyond our control. As a result of those risks and uncertainties, and other factors, our actual financial results in the future could differ, possibly materially, from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this press release and could cause us to make changes to our future plans. Factors that might cause such differences include, but are not limited to: general business and economic conditions, particularly those affecting the financial services; the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and related variants on the Company's assets, business, cash flows, financial condition, liquidity, prospects and results of operations; changes in the interest rate environment, including changes to the federal funds rate; changes in prices, values and sales volumes of residential and commercial real estate; competition in our markets that may result in increased funding costs or reduced earning assets yields, thus reducing margins and net interest income; interest rate fluctuations, which could have an adverse effect on the Company's profitability; legislation or regulatory changes which could adversely affect the ability of the consolidated Company to conduct business combinations or new operations; changes in tax laws; higher inflation and its impacts; the effects of war or other conflicts including the impacts related to or resulting from Russia's military action in Ukraine; and adverse results from current or future litigation, regulatory examinations or other legal and/or regulatory actions, including as a result of the Company's participation in and execution of government programs related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and related variants. Therefore, the Company can give no assurance that the results contemplated in the forward-looking statements will be realized. Additional information regarding these and other risks and uncertainties to which our business and future financial performance are subject is contained in the sections titled "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" and "Risk Factors" in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q on file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), and in other documents that we file with the SEC from time to time, which are available on the SEC's website, http://www.sec.gov. In addition, our actual financial results in the future may differ from those currently expected due to additional risks and uncertainties of which we are not currently aware or which we do not currently view as, but in the future may become, material to our business or operating results. Due to these and other possible uncertainties and risks, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained in this press release or to make predictions based solely on historical financial performance. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and we do not undertake any obligation to update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law. All forward-looking statements, express or implied, included in this press release are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.
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SOUTHLAKE, Texas, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, and Wingie Enuygun Group, a leading online travel marketplace across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), have announced a multi-year renewal of their GDS agreement to help drive international growth for the travel agency.
Wingie Enuygun has been working with Sabre for more than 7 years, delivering on its vision to help today's traveler save time and money. Under the renewal agreement, Wingie Enuygun will use Sabre Red 360 to deliver highly personalized offers for its customers, by deploying intelligent and consultative services and features on the wingie.com, wingie.ae, sa.wingie.com and enuygun.com domains.
"We are excited to extend our longstanding relationship with Wingie Enuygun," said Altug Bekdemir, General Manager, Sabre Turkey. "The online sector is at the forefront of travel's recovery, so there is a huge opportunity for Wingie Enuygun to position itself for growth. Wingie Enuygun's decision to extend its partnership with Sabre will enable the company to tap into increased traveler demand through this time of 'revenge travel' and beyond."
Wingie Enuygun will use Sabre's marketplace of more than 400 airlines, 750,000 hotel properties, and hundreds of tour operators, rail, car rental and cruise providers, to sell customized travel packages from suppliers around the world.
"We have a great relationship with Sabre, based on many years of mutual trust. By renewing our contract with Sabre and updating our performance through Sabre's advanced technologies, we aim to provide the seamless, quality service that our millions of users seek, thereby improving their travel experience," said Wingie Enuygun CEO and founder, Çağlar Erol.
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LOOK: TikTok star builds eel pit in basement of his house
WILDER, Ky. (WLWT) – A Kentucky man has set up an eel sanctuary in his home and made a name for himself on Tiktok.
Each home on his block has an underground rain cistern. It was originally used to store rainwater which could then be turned into fresh drinking water.
Nick Tobler has found a much different use for it that’s making waves on the internet.
From a leopard gecko, to a polypterus endilcheri and some Goyder River rainbowfish, Tobler’s home has the look of an aquarium.
He’s known on TikTok as “CowTurtle.”
Also among Tobler’s pets is an Australian lungfish, Indian star tortoises and tarantulas.
Tobler said he has always been collecting these critters.
“Ever since I was a kid,” Tobler said. “I was just out in the woods catching stuff, bringing stuff home.”
The recent Northern Kentucky University grad said he’s always worked in pet stores and when he and his brother moved into his grandmother’s old home, he found a new use for the bottom part of the house.
“The very first video I posted was a week before we moved into this house, I see the manhole corner in the corner of my garage, I was like, ‘Oh cool, my house comes with a future eel pond,’” he said.
When Tobler posted about putting in his eel pond, his followers went from about 200 to over 400,000 followers and millions of views.
So far, his eel pond with almost a dozen eels and several goldfish is flourishing.
The eel pond is by far the most popular part of his menagerie on social media.
You can see more on his TikTok account.
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The deal includes exclusive rights over sales and distribution of "The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast" and the development of new audio and video content
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Daily Wire is expanding its streaming service with the launch of DailyWire+, an umbrella platform under which the company's growing catalog of video content will live. With the launch of the new platform, the company announced the addition of Dr. Jordan B. Peterson and an expansion of its existing deal with PragerU.
Peterson has signed a major multi-year deal with DailyWire+ that includes DailyWire+'s management of the sales and distribution of "The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast," exclusive bonus content on every episode, and the development of subscriber-only specials featuring Peterson and other special guests.
When asked why he was making the move to DailyWire+, Peterson responded, "Obviously, there's a huge shift in media technology from whatever was the legacy media in print, video, entertainment, and in the digital world, and clearly DailyWire+ is at the forefront of that. Partnering with a company that shares my own values for excellence and entrepreneurial vision is the natural next step for me. And," he added, "it's time for a new adventure."
Peterson's existing podcast and video library, which has amassed over a half-billion downloads and views since 2016, is now hosted at DailyWire+. The show will continue twice weekly. Additionally, DailyWire+ will produce a library of premium content featuring Peterson, the first of which is available now on the platform: "Dragons, Monsters and Men," a four-part series on men, masculinity and purpose. DailyWire+ will continue to distribute "The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast" on traditional podcast platforms, including Apple and Spotify, and will bring all ad sales for the show in-house.
DailyWire+ has also expanded its existing deal with PragerU, the non-profit started by Dennis Prager and best known for its five-minute educational videos, which have pulled in over five billion views since the group's launch in 2009. DailyWire+ will be releasing exclusive content with PragerU, including a new series, "PragerU Master's Program with Dennis Prager," which is due out this fall.
The expansion of the media company is a significant move for the business. Co-founded in 2015 by Jeremy Boreing, Caleb Robinson, and Ben Shapiro, the company has grown to a current annual run rate of $200MM.
"The launch of DailyWire+ marks the beginning of an aggressive technological and content expansion for us," said co-CEO Jeremy Boreing. "The addition of Dr. Jordan Peterson, the pre-eminent public intellectual of our time, should indicate exactly how serious we are about bringing quality counter-cultural voices to the fore."
DailyWire+ is a subscription podcast and video-on-demand over-the-top streaming service owned and operated by The Daily Wire, LLC. The service is an umbrella platform that covers The Daily Wire + The World of Jordan Peterson + PragerU + Movies and, coming in 2023, a new kids' content offering. DailyWire+ distributes several of the top-ranked podcasts in America, including "The Ben Shapiro Show," "The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast," "Candace" with Candace Owens, "The Matt Walsh Show," "The Michael Knowles Show," and "Morning Wire."
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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Azure Power Global Limited ("Azure") (NYSE: AZRE) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between June 15, 2021 and August 26, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Azure, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Azure includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) there were procedural irregularities, including deviations from safety and quality standards, at one of Azure's plants; (2) certain project data was manipulated; (3) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's internal controls and procedures were not effective; (4) Azure had received a credible whistleblower report alleging such misconduct; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: October 31, 2022
Aggrieved Azure investors only have until October 31, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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Immersive event dedicated to shaping the future of Optimal Health draws sold-out crowd in Atlanta
BALTIMORE, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Medifast (NYSE: MED), the global company behind one of the fastest-growing health and wellness communities, OPTAVIA, held its annual OPTAVIA Convention from July 21-23. More than 17,000 people registered for the global event, which drew a sold-out crowd to State Farm Arena in Atlanta as well as thousands more who joined virtually. This year's event, the largest to date, follows a year of rapid growth that catapulted Medifast to becoming the number one weight loss program in 2021 by revenue in the United States.* The company expects future event attendance to continue to grow as it sets its sights on expansion into the $230 billion health and wellness market.
"This year's Convention – our flagship event – exemplified the passion and energy among our OPTAVIA Coaches and Clients," said Dan Chard, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Medifast. "Today, we've served more OPTAVIA Clients than at any other point in our company's history. Now, we're ready to broaden our impact and widen our reach in the $230 billion health and wellness market, and help more people live happier and healthier lives through our collective dedication to our mission of Lifelong Transformation, One Healthy Habit at a Time."
The three-day convention featured keynote addresses from company executives and independent OPTAVIA Coach leaders as well as educational sessions and panel discussions. Once again, the company offered a Coach-led educational session in Spanish, following the popularity of the session at previous events. At the "Spotlight & Store," a unique, immersive onsite activation, attendees experienced the Habits of Health Transformational System through inventive displays of the six MacroHabits, habits that serve as a blueprint to learning, installing, and mastering lifestyle modifications for optimal health. Throughout the event, attendees commemorated their collective successes, networked with other members of the Community and united around OPTAVIA's mission to change the lexicon of health.
"This highly anticipated event celebrates the impact of our independent Coaches and unites us around our shared mission of transforming lives," said Nicholas Johnson, Chief Field Operations Officer for Medifast. "As people are increasingly faced with challenges in prioritizing their health, it's clear our work has just begun. Collectively, we are a powerful health and wellness Community that can be a catalyst to bigger changes for generations to come. Our remarkable OPTAVIA Coaches are dedicated to changing the trajectory of health for millions of people around the world."
As part of the event, the OPTAVIA Community raised over $90,000 in cash and stock donations for No Kid Hungry® and Living Classrooms Foundation in support of the company's philanthropic initiative, Healthy Habits For All®. Healthy Habits For All provides underserved populations with education and access to critical resources, empowering generations to adopt healthy habits that can lead to lifelong transformation.
Follow Medifast and OPTAVIA on social media for Convention and other company updates.
*Source Euromonitor International Limited; based on custom research conducted in Q2, 2022; value sales for structured weight loss and meal replacement programs in 2021.
About Medifast:
Medifast (NYSE: MED) is the global company behind one of the fastest-growing health and wellness communities, OPTAVIA®, which offers scientifically developed products, clinically proven plans and the support of independent OPTAVIA Coaches and a Community to help Customers achieve Lifelong Transformation, One Healthy Habit at a Time®. As the publicly traded market leader by revenue in the U.S. $7 billion weight management industry, the company has impacted more than 2 million lives through its Community of OPTAVIA Coaches, who teach Customers how to develop holistic healthy habits through the proprietary Habits of Health® Transformational System. Medifast was recognized in 2022 as one of America's Best Mid-Sized Companies by Forbes, in 2020 and 2021 as one of FORTUNE's 100 Fastest-Growing Companies and was named to Forbes' 100 Most Trustworthy Companies in America list in 2017. For more information, visit MedifastInc.com or OPTAVIA.com and follow @Medifast on Twitter.
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An Alabama corrections official who was last seen with a man held on murder charges now has a warrant out for her arrest.
A warrant was issued for Vicky White, an assistant director of corrections for Lauderdale County, on charges of permitting or facilitating escape in the first degree, Lauderdale County Sheriff Rick Singleton said.
Vicky White was last seen Friday when she said she was taking inmate Casey White for a mental health evaluation at the county courthouse. No evaluation or hearing was scheduled for the inmate that day, authorities later found.
Officials have obtained video showing the patrol car Vicky White and inmate Casey White took from the jail Friday morning. According to the timestamp on the video, it shows the patrol car just eight minutes after it left the jail.
"What that tells us is that the patrol car left the detention center and went straight to the parking lot" where it was abandoned and later found by officials, the sheriff said. "There was not enough time for them to even attempt to try to come to the courthouse."
It now looks likely Vicky White acted of her own free will, the sheriff said.
"If she did this willingly, and all indications are that she did," Singleton told CNN's Ryan Young. "I guess we're trying to hold on to that last straw of hope that maybe for some reason she was threatened and did this under coercion... but absolutely you'd feel betrayed," Singleton said Monday.
"All of her co-workers are devastated. We've never had any situation like this with Vicky White. She was a model employee," Singleton told Young.
Shortly before her disappearance, Vicky White said she had also planned to get medical care because she wasn't feeling well, Singleton said. But she never arrived.
Video security footage in the area where the patrol vehicle was found didn't turn up any evidence showing what happened to the two, the sheriff said.
"We're still aggressively pursuing every lead that we get," he said. "The biggest obstacle we have right now is we still do not have a vehicle description for whatever vehicle they may have transferred into."
No evidence of a romantic relationship, but 'it's a possibility'
Vicky White was known as an "exemplary employee" with "an unblemished record," the sheriff said.
"All of her co-workers, all the employees in the sheriff's office, the judges, all have the most utmost respect for her," Singleton said.
The corrections officer is a widow with no children, and her mother and two brothers live in Lauderdale County, according to the sheriff.
After about two decades with the department, Vicky White submitted her retirement papers last week, the sheriff said. Friday was supposed to be her last day at work, Singleton said Monday.
She had talked about retiring for three or four months before Friday's incident, and thought about moving to the beach, the sheriff said.
Despite her stellar professional reputation, Vicky White violated protocol Friday when she removed Casey White from the detention center by herself, the sheriff said. The policy required Casey White to be escorted by two sworn deputies.
"All precautions were in place," Singleton said. "The questions we have for Director White is why she violated policy."
The sheriff said there's no clear evidence as to whether Vicky White and Casey White had a personal relationship.
As the county's assistant director of corrections, Vicky White "was frequently throughout the cell blocks, has contact with all the inmates at one time or another," Singleton said.
"But as far as a romantic relationship or something like that, we have no evidence or proof that that was the case, although it's a possibility."
The corrections officer would have had money from the recent sale of her house, the sheriff said, but her retirement fund paperwork had not yet been processed.
'She's definitely in danger -- willingly or not'
Casey White was serving 75 years for a series of crimes in 2015, including a home invasion, carjacking and a police chase, according to the US Marshals Service, which is now leading the investigation into the disappearance of the inmate and Vicky White.
Casey White also faces two counts of capital murder for the stabbing death of 58-year-old Connie Ridgeway in 2015, the US Marshals said.
In 2020, Casey White confessed to the killing and then pleaded not guilty, Lauderdale County District Attorney Chris Connolly said.
The Alabama Corrections Department website lists Casey White as an inmate at the William E. Donaldson Correction Facility in Jefferson County. He had been transferred to the Lauderdale County detention center in February for court appearances in the murder case, according to Singleton.
Now, with the murder suspect at large and the corrections official missing, "The community of course is concerned, as are we," Singleton said.
"She's definitely in danger, willingly or not. This guy's no one to mess with," the sheriff said.
"He's 6-foot-9, weighs somewhere around 250 pounds. ... We're assuming he's armed because she was armed."
The US Marshals Service is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the location of Vicky White and the capture of Casey White.
"You shouldn't try to approach either one of these individuals because we consider both of them dangerous, and in all probability, both individuals are armed," US Marshal Marty Keely said Monday.
In 2020, Casey White planned to escape the jail and take a hostage, but detention center employees caught him, Singleton said.
The prison then established a policy mandating two sworn deputies accompany him at all times, including during transportation to the courthouse, the sheriff said.
"He was in jail for capital murder, and he had nothing to lose," the sheriff said.
"Whether she assisted him or not, we don't know. And we won't address that until we have absolute proof that that's what happened. We are assuming at this point that she was taken against her will unless we can absolutely prove otherwise. But regardless, even if she did assist him, we think she's in danger."
Vicky White's mother, Pat Davis, told CNN affiliate WAAY she's in a state of shock.
"As a mother, I didn't know how to act because I thought at first it was a mistake," Davis said. "And then when I found out for sure it was, it was just disbelief."
Vicky White had recently sold her house and had been living with her mother for the past five weeks, Davis told WAAY. The mother said her daughter didn't talk much about work, didn't mention retirement and never spoke about Casey White.
"I didn't know anything about him," Davis said. "We don't know if she was took by force or if she was voluntarily in this. But we just want her back. That's all we want."
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Actor Cuba Gooding Jr pleads guilty to forcible touching
NEW YORK (AP) — Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. pleaded guilty Wednesday to forcibly touching a woman at a New York nightclub in 2018.
The guilty plea came nearly three years after the the Oscar-winning “Jerry Maguire” star was arrested in the case that saw several delays as his lawyers sought to get charges reduced or dismissed.
Gooding, 54, accused of violating three different women at various Manhattan night spots in 2018 and 2019, pleaded guilty to just one of the allegations.
He told the judge he “kissed the waitress on her lips” without consent at the LAVO New York nightclub.
Gooding’s plea deal calls for no jail time. If he continues counseling for six months, he can withdraw the misdemeanor plea and plead guilty to a lesser violation of harassment.
Gooding was arrested in June 2019 after a 29-year-old woman told police he squeezed her breast without her consent at Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge near Times Square.
A few months later, he was charged in two additional cases as more women came forward to accuse him of abuse. The new charges alleged he pinched a server’s buttocks after making a sexually suggestive remark to her at TAO Downtown and forcibly touched a woman inappropriately at the LAVO nightclub, both in 2018.
Gooding had previously pleaded not guilty to six misdemeanor counts and denied all allegations of wrongdoing. His lawyers have argued that overzealous prosecutors, caught up in the fervor of the #MeToo movement, are trying to turn “commonplace gestures” or misunderstandings into crimes.
The judge had ruled that if the Gooding case went to trial, prosecutors could have called two additional women to testify about their allegations that Gooding also violated them. Those women, whose claims did not result in criminal charges, were among 19 other accusers whom prosecutors were seeking to call as witnesses.
Along with the criminal case, Gooding is accused in a lawsuit of raping a woman in New York City in 2013. After a judge issued a default judgment in July because Gooding hadn’t responded to the lawsuit, the actor retained a lawyer and is fighting the allegations.
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The Children's Luxury Fashion Brand Announced September Partnership Coinciding with the Launch of Good Night by Janie and Jack Collection
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, children's fashion brand Janie and Jack® debuted their PJs for Good program, an ongoing initiative focused on partnering with organizations that do good in their communities. The program has launched with Room to Read, a leading global nonprofit for children's literacy and education, coinciding with the Fall 2022 launch of the brand's Good Night by Janie and Jack pajama collection. For the month of September, which is National Literacy Month and includes World Literacy Day on September 8th, Janie and Jack will donate one book for every pajama sold. They also invite customers to donate directly in stores or online at checkout.
"As a purpose-driven brand that tells stories through our collections and believes in inspiring every child, we're excited to announce our partnership with Room to Read," said Linda Heasley, President and Chief Executive Officer, Janie and Jack. "We're proud to support a nonprofit organization that encourages a new generation of young readers through education and are thrilled to kick off the first PJs for Good."
Janie and Jack has an ongoing commitment to teach children about kindness, unity, and love while instilling a passion for reading. Through their GoodBooks series, which can be viewed on the brand's Instagram @janieandjack, they feature celebrity and influencer parents and kids reading books that correspond with a curated library collection available on their website. In celebration of World Literacy Day, Shannon Hesel, Associate Director at Room to Read, will be featured, reading a book and inviting customers to purchase pajamas and support the organization.
"Through this partnership, we will translate the love of reading that exists within Janie and Jack's community into an impactful investment in literacy. Together, we will ensure that every child is able to develop the habit of reading and pursue lifelong learning," said Dr. Geetha Murali, Room to Read's CEO.
The Good Night by Janie and Jack Collection features a variety of pajama silhouettes in one-of-a-kind, colorful prints that are perfect for special family moments. From leopard print styles to seasonal Halloween and Christmas prints, the Good Night by Janie and Jack Collection is made with soft, 100% cotton for a good night's sleep. The collection, sized 0-3M to 12 years and priced from $44-$48, is available for purchase in select Janie and Jack stores and online at www.JanieandJack.com.
ABOUT JANIE AND JACK
Janie and Jack is a design house with every kid at its heart — because individual style starts early. Each season, collections feature modern twists on classic fashion. Janie and Jack is known for family moments, thoughtful details and memorable gifts. Visit Janie and Jack stores nationwide for kids' clothing from newborn to size 6 and www.janieandjack.com for up to size 18.
ABOUT ROOM TO READ
Founded in 2000 on the belief that World Change Starts with Educated Children®, Room to Read is creating a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality. We are achieving this goal by helping children in historically low-income communities develop literacy skills and a habit of reading, and by supporting girls as they build skills to succeed in school and negotiate key life decisions. We collaborate with governments and other partner organizations to deliver positive outcomes for children at scale. Room to Read has benefited more than 32 million children and has worked in 21 countries and in more than 49,000 communities, providing additional support through remote solutions that facilitate learning beyond the classroom. Room to Read aims to benefit 40 million children by 2025. Learn more at www.roomtoread.org.
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SINGAPORE, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- XT.com, the world's first social infused digital assets trading platform, is excited to announce it will soon list NFTNARA (NARA) token with USDT trading pair on its platform. The listing of NARA is scheduled to occur on August 2nd, 2022, at 09:00 (UTC) on top of the exchange's Innovation Zone (Web3).
NARA is a primary cryptocurrency used to facilitate all transactions within the NFTNARA platform. Moreover, the token can be used to perform P2P trading, staking, and mining. Along with NARA use cases and values, users can bridge the gap between their basic investing behavior and trading by using it.
As the listing is speedily approaching, enthusiastic crypto traders and NFTNARA holders are encouraged to start depositing their crypto assets on August 1st, 2022, at 09:00 (UTC) for trading. While enjoying a flat fee in trading NARA/USDT, XT.com pledges to make withdrawal available to traders on August 3rd, 2022, at 09:00 (UTC).
Since the beginning of Q1 of 2022, XT.com has branched out to accommodate the needs of its traders with continuous crypto listing. The goal of the platform, fueled by its purpose of listing the token, is to encourage people to have a one-stop-shop trading experience in trading NARA for an incredible profit. Along with the exchange's goal, it aims to also allow crypto holders to trade the token for effective pricing and a flat fee for the first time on the platform.
Jonathan Shih, the Head of MEA (Middle East & Africa) at XT.com, said, "The listing of NFTNARA (NARA) on our platform marks a remarkable feat for us. Along with this listing, we will collaborate with NFTNARA and mutually work towards making NFT tokens easily accessible to everyone while improving users' experience in a collective manner. We encourage everyone to trade the token on XT.com."
About NFTNARA
NFTNARA provides an ecosystem of NFT services that allows its users to engage with non-fungible tokens. It seeks to establish a self-governing blockchain-based participation economy that is centered on NFT creators and buyers. The key contributors to the NFTNARA ecosystem include entities who promote and advertise their NFTs via social media and other NFT enthusiasts.
Through the company's custom Web3 platform, it enables secure transactions and storage of NFT services. In addition to its services, NFTNARA offers intuitive transaction support between creators and buyers and DeFi services. Content creators enjoy a fair profit share by using NFTNARA.
Website: https://nftnara.co/
About XT.com
By consistently expanding its ecosystem, XT.com is dedicated to providing users with the most secure, trusted, and hassle-free digital asset trading services. Our exchange is built from a desire to give everyone access to digital assets regardless where you are.
Founded in 2018, XT.com now serves more than 4.5 million registered users, over 500,000+ monthly active users and 30+ million users in the ecosystem. Covering a rich variety of trading categories together with a NFT aggregated marketplace, our platform strives to cater to its large user base by providing a secure, trusted and intuitive trading experience.
As the world's first social infused digital assets trading platform, XT.com also supports social networking platform based transactions to make our crypto services more accessible to users all over the world. Furthermore, to ensure optimal data integrity and security, we see user security as our top priority at XT.com.
Website: https://www.xt.com/
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ARLINGTON, Va., July 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] will fly the newest and largest members of its 737 MAX and 777X airplane families at the Farnborough International Airshow this month and present new tools in the push toward more sustainable and autonomous flight.
The 737-10, making its international debut, will join the 777-9 in the daily flying and static display. The airplanes, each one the most fuel-efficient in its class, will fly to the show on a blend of sustainable aviation fuel, which Boeing sees as a major lever for further reducing carbon emissions. The company also will unveil a modeling tool that will provide actionable insights on strategies the aviation industry can use to reach net zero emissions by 2050.
Another decarbonization strategy is electric propulsion and Boeing's joint venture Wisk Aero will make the European debut of its all-electric vertical-takeoff-landing (eVTOL) air taxi. The "Cora" development vehicle is pilotless, helping to advance autonomous capabilities in aviation. Boeing will highlight other autonomous capabilities at the show, including its MQ-25 uncrewed aerial refueler and Airpower Teaming System (ATS).
"In the four years since the last Farnborough Airshow, the world has seen the critical social and economic role that aerospace and defence plays. We are excited to reconnect with our colleagues at Farnborough as we address together the need for a more sustainable future and take concrete steps to enable innovation and clean technology," said Sir Michael Arthur, president of Boeing International. "We look forward to sharing the progress we are making."
Below are some of Boeing's highlights scheduled for the airshow starting on July 18, 2022.
Commercial Airplanes
The 737-10 will be on the show grounds July 18-21. The largest member of the 737 MAX family will provide operators with more capacity, greater fuel efficiency and the best per-seat economics of any single-aisle airplane. The 737 MAX family, which has received more than 3,300 net orders, leverages advanced aerodynamic design and highly-efficient engines to reduce fuel use and emissions 20% and the noise footprint 50% compared to airplanes they replace.
The 777-9, which is the world's largest and most efficient twin-engine jet, will be at the airshow July 18-20. Based on the most successful twin-aisle airplane – the 777 – and advanced technologies from the 787 Dreamliner family, the 777-9 will deliver 10% better fuel use, emissions and operating costs than the competition. The 777X family has more than 340 orders from leading operators around the world.
Defense, Space & Security
Boeing's exhibit will highlight its highly capable military helicopters, including the CH-47 Chinook and AH-64 Apache, and mobility and surveillance aircraft such as the P-8A Poseidon, E-7 Wedgetail and KC-46A Pegasus.
Boeing also will display some of its newest, most digitally-advanced programs, including the T-7A Red Hawk trainer and ATS. In addition, the U.S. Department of Defense corral is expected to display the FA-18E/F, F-15E, P-8A, AH-64E and CH-47F.
Global Services
Boeing will highlight its customer-centric services business that is focused on keeping the world's fleet flying safely, efficiently and sustainably by pairing OEM expertise with data-driven innovation. This includes showcasing parts, modifications, digital, sustainment, and training solutions offerings, as well as an expansive global supply chain, maintenance and logistics network.
Sustainability
Boeing will present its vision for a sustainable aerospace future that is grounded in collaboration, technical research, data and extensive testing of technologies including sustainable aviation fuel, hydrogen and electric power.
Autonomy
Boeing will highlight autonomous platforms such as MQ-25, ATS, and Wisk Aero's Cora.
The company is building on decades of engineering experience to accelerate autonomous capabilities, which can enable sustainable and accessible modes of transportation as the world confronts a growing population and aging infrastructure. Boeing has made significant investments in California-based Wisk Aero, a leading Advanced Air Mobility company and developer of the first all-electric, self-flying air taxi in the U.S. Wisk's configuration is an important differentiator within the eVTOL market as the independence of its lift and thrust rotors is expected to support simplicity and certification of the go-to-market vehicle.
Other
Boeing will release its 2022 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) on July 17. The annual forecast builds on 60 years of analysis and insights into airline strategies, passenger demand and economic data, and is among the most accurate forecasts in aviation.
Throughout the airshow, Boeing leaders will discuss market opportunities, eVTOL, sustainability and other topics at media briefings. See boeing.com/Farnborough and follow @Boeing on Twitter for information about these and other activities. Sign up in Boeing's Newsroom to receive company announcements and advisories.
The Boeing exhibit – Exhibit # A-U01, U23 – will feature an immersive theater display and the company's aerospace and defense capabilities across the lifecycle.
About Boeing
As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing's diverse team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality and integrity. Join our team and find your purpose at boeing.com/careers.
Contacts
Bernard Choi
Boeing Media Relations
+1 206 605 6945
Bernard.Choi@boeing.com
Claire Macaleese
Boeing Communications - UK and Europe
+44 7785 463861
Claire.Macaleese@boeing.com
Jessica Kowal
Boeing Media Relations - Commercial Airplanes
+1 206 660 6849
Jessica.M.Kowal@boeing.com
Didi VanNierop
Boeing Media Relations - Defense, Space & Security Media Relations
+1 314 232 1624
Deborah.A.Vannierop@boeing.com
Jennifer Non
Boeing Media Relations – Global Services
+1 571-344-2619
jennifer.c.non@boeing.com
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Trend Micro subsidiary to facilitate EV industry compliance and sustainable development
TAIPEI, Taiwan, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VicOne, an automotive cybersecurity solution provider established by cloud security leader Trend Micro, announced today a partnership with Delta Electronics, a global leader of power and energy management solutions. The partnership will empower Delta's customers and EV charging partners to strengthen data security practices and comply with international standards, enabling critical business opportunities in international markets.
Edward Tsai, Vice President of Strategic Partnership at VicOne: "The global EV market is in a phase of rapid development and becoming a regular target of hackers as a result. The battle has already begun in the industrial chain where EV power infrastructure is a critical but easily ignored element. Building an ecosystem with cybersecurity in mind is crucial to achieving a safer and more competitive future for the automotive supply chain."
The global EV market is booming, and the US and EU have announced plans to include EV charging networks in national infrastructure. As the smart connector between the vehicle and network, the charging pile functions as an energy distributor, a remote monitor and meter – as well as a target for cybercriminals. To ensure secure data transmission security for charging piles and power management platforms, VicOne's xCarbon (IDPS) will be incorporated into DeltaGrid® energy management gateways for EV charging infrastructure.
Dr. Cally Ko, Vice President & General Manager of Corporate Strategic Business Development and Alliance at Delta Electronics, Inc.: "As demand for charging infrastructure spreads from residential to commercial spaces, DeltaGrid® EVM system empowers businesses to realize their vision of sustainable operation through optimized charging pile management and efficiency. Our partnership with VicOne will enable our customers to comply with the highest standards of international regulations and quickly deploy safe and efficient charging infrastructure."
Powered by Trend Micro's 30+ years of experience in cybersecurity, VicOne offers security solutions and services for EVs and related supply chain products. xCarbon (IDPS) simultaneously collects detection log and telemetry data and sends them to xNexus , a cloud-based extended detection and response (XDR) platform for vehicle security operations center (VSOC) after optimization for threat analysis. The platform also rapidly addresses new threats through firewall rules, access control strategy and virtual patching
About VicOne
With a vision to secure the vehicles of tomorrow, VicOne delivers a broad portfolio of cybersecurity software and services for the automotive industry. Purpose-built to address the rigorous needs of automotive manufacturers, VicOne solutions are designed to secure and scale with the specialized demands of the modern vehicle. As a Trend Micro subsidiary, VicOne is powered by a solid foundation in cybersecurity drawn from Trend Micro's 30+ years in the industry, delivering unparalleled automotive protection and deep security insights that enable our customers to build secure as well as smart vehicles. For more information, visit www.vicone.com.
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AgTech Start Up's Unique Field-Ready Bio-based Fertilizer Increases Commercial Crop Yield, Reduces Greenhouse Gases by Up to 32%
WINTER GARDEN, Fla., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anuvia™ Plant Nutrients today announced it has raised $65.5 million in Series D funding co-led by Riverstone Holdings LLC and Piva Capital. Anuvia will use the financing to increase production capacity at its U.S.-based eco-friendly manufacturing facility and expand commercialization of its SymTRX™ XP line of field-ready bio-based fertilizers for large-scale agriculture. Also joining the Series D round are Morgan Stanley Investment Management, LK Advisers Limited (Mittal Family Office), along with existing investor Pontifax Global Food and Agriculture Technology Fund.
The funding announcement comes at a time when the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has pledged $250 million to support "innovative American-made fertilizers," underscoring the need to reduce dependence on traditional fertilizers sourced internationally.
"With consumers, regulators, and the public pushing for more sustainable food production methods, Anuvia is focused on rapidly increasing manufacturing capacity of our field-ready bio-based plant nutrient system," said Amy Yoder, CEO, Anuvia Plant Nutrients. "Anuvia's production is entirely U.S. based, ensuring supply-chain security for North American growers."
Recently, Anuvia completed the expansion of its facility in Plant City, Florida. The facility has the capacity to expand to 1.2 million tons per year, enough to service over 20 million acres of agricultural crops and meet the growing demand for sustainable products. This production facility represents a novel, sustainable approach to repurposing and extending the useful life of idled fertilizer manufacturing facilities. Its manufacturing forms a closed loop in which no waste stream is created—only clean air and finished product. For every ton of organic material used, approximately a ton of fertilizer is produced.
"We believe Anuvia occupies a unique niche in the fertilizer value chain by delivering a sustainable product that decarbonizes existing on-farm practices while improving yields at attractive ROIs for row crop growers," said Cynthia Kueppers, Managing Director at Riverstone Holdings LLC. "Through its waste-to-value production process and reduced reliance on traditional nutrition derived from fossil fuels, Anuvia is positioned to become a key player in transitioning the industry to more sustainable growing practices."
According to an environmental audit conducted by Environmental Resources Management [ERM], Anuvia's impact is substantial: for every million acres of crops that use Anuvia's products, the reduction of greenhouse gases is the equivalent of removing up to 30,000 cars from the roads.
"The world's agriculture market is facing unprecedented times," said Mark Gudiksen, Managing Partner at Piva Capital. "From shortages in food production due to rising energy prices coupled with the recent dramatic fall off in supply availability of fertilizer, there has never been a greater need for sustainable bio-based fertilizers like Anuvia's. The company not only has the ability to scale world-class manufacturing capacity that can help farmers produce crops that reduce greenhouse gasses, but it can also do so at a scale and speed that will help address the challenges facing global fertilizer supply."
In addition, Anuvia announced that Lynn White, Founder and Managing Director of the Twemlow Group, will become Chairman of Anuvia's Board of Directors. New board members include Cynthia Kueppers, Managing Director, Riverstone Holdings LLC and Mark Gudiksen, Managing Partner, Piva Capital. Stepping down from the board are Rich Mack and Bill Buckner.
About Anuvia Anuvia Plant Nutrients manufactures high-efficiency, sustainable field-ready fertilizers for the agriculture, turf, and lawncare industries. Located in Winter Garden, Florida, the company developed and uses a unique technology that not only optimizes nutrient availability and efficiency for plants, but also improves soil health, preserves natural resources, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Anuvia was recently recognized by the Financial Times as one of the Americas' fastest growing companies for the second consecutive year. Anuvia is committed to offering easily adoptable, profitable, and sustainable solutions to customers, their communities, and global agriculture. To learn more about Anuvia Plant Nutrients – GreenTRX for Turf and Lawn, SymTRX for Agriculture – visit www.anuviaplantnutrients.com.
About Piva Capital Piva Capital is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm investing in visionary entrepreneurs who are solving the world's critical industrial challenges with breakthrough technologies and innovative business models. For more information, please visit us at Piva.vc, on LinkedIn and Medium.
About Riverstone
Founded in 2000 by David Leuschen and Pierre Lapeyre, Riverstone Holdings LLC is an asset management firm that invests in the private markets primarily within energy, power, infrastructure and decarbonization. Since inception, Riverstone has raised over $43bn of capital to invest across the capital structure and in all major components of our industry's value chain. Riverstone's low carbon investment franchise has invested more than $6.6bn in the renewable infrastructure and decarbonization categories since its inception in 2006. Within the last two year alone, Riverstone has raised more than $3bn for over a dozen transactions involving differentiated companies that are decarbonizing critical industries. Visit www.riverstonellc.com.
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Organization Dedicated to Honoring Victims and Supporting Families Affected by Violent Crimes Through Education, Training and Financial Support
AUSTIN, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Founder of MrBallen Productions and top true crime podcast host, John Allen, today announced a nonprofit to honor victims and support families affected by violent crimes: The MrBallen Foundation. The organization received its 501(c)(3) nonprofit status earlier this year and is dedicated to honoring victims and supporting families affected by heinous crimes through education, training and financial support.
Allen, one of YouTube's biggest creators and better known to his millions of followers as MrBallen, crossed over into audio when he premiered MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark and Mysterious Stories in February 2022 to number one on Spotify's global podcast charts. The show maintains its position in the top charts each week, and Allen's growing platform and origins propel his passion for giving back today. As a former Navy SEAL who was medically retired in 2017 after being injured in Afghanistan, Allen knows that it is a lifelong process healing from trauma and violence.
"I've had the honor of speaking with both victims and their loved ones, spending countless hours hearing their stories, learning, and researching how these criminal cases have dramatically impacted their lives," said Allen. "It is my hope that the MrBallen Foundation can be a valuable resource to aiding both victims and their families through financial support, as well as providing training, educational resources, and a pathway to give back. I encourage anyone interested in learning more about our mission to visit https://mrballen.foundation/."
Victims of heinous crime are faced with residual effects far beyond the physical impact of the crime. There are psychological, financial, and emotional traumas that need addressing for proper, holistic healing to begin. The MrBallen Foundation provides dynamic solutions for victims of violent crime and organizations already doing needle-moving work for victims and their families through financial support and resources. Over the last 60 days, Allen and the MrBallen Foundation have already donated over $150,000 to various organizations like the LOVE>hate Project, an organization founded by the family of a victim of violent crime and dedicated to ending violence against women; OneStar and Children's Bereavement Center of South Texas, two Texas-based organizations working to provide direct relief for the victims of the recent tragedy in Uvalde and their families, and more to support critical needs and immediately make an impact. "We were just setting up our foundation when the news broke on May 24th that 19 children and 2 teachers had been killed in a school shooting in Uvalde, Texas," said Allen. "As parents of three young kids, my wife and I cannot even imagine the pain the families of these victims are facing. It made sense that our first grant from the MrBallen Foundation would go to the Uvalde families—along with our prayers for strength and healing."
Quarterly the MrBallen Foundation Honor Grant Program will be awarding a financial grant up to $25,000 to a 501(c)(3) organization that supports victims or their families who have been affected by a heinous crime, the inaugural recipient being the LOVE>hate Project. "The MrBallen Foundation infused a lightning bolt of energy and exposure into our cause and our work, dropping $25,000 into our project account and pledging to do it every year," said Dr. Buck Blodgett, Founder and Executive Director of the LOVE>hate Project. "There's an old saying: actions speak louder than words. MrBallen can wordsmith with the best of them, but his actions outshine even his words." In addition, the MrBallen Foundation will also be providing expedited financial assistance to victims and their families directly through their Hope Grant. Knowing that time is of the essence for so many victims and their families, this grant program is meant to be responsive to the immediate needs of those impacted by a heinous crime.
One violent act has a ripple effect from the victims to their loved ones and entire communities. In MrBallen's upcoming YouTube video set to be released on Sunday, July 10, he tells the story of one such victim, Tristan Beaudette, a father and an experienced outdoorsman who packed his two young children up for a fun-filled, summer weekend of camping and adventure in the woodlands of Southern California. To honor Tristan and his family, the MrBallen Foundation has made a $25,000 donation to Experience Camps, a program for grieving children who've experienced the death of a parent, sibling or primary caregiver. The camp is a no-cost program filled with compassion, connection and play that empowers grieving children to embody a life full of hope and possibility.
The MrBallen Foundation Board includes members with combined backgrounds in law, philanthropy and crime victim advocacy, including the Foundation's Executive Director, Laurie Gift. Gift got her start in the nonprofit industry more than 40 years ago, setting down a career path that has taken her everywhere from helping to distribute medical disaster relief to countries all over the world, providing assistance for pregnant teen moms, teaching job skills to victims of human trafficking, and more. Gift has served in various executive roles for organizations across the nonprofit sector and brings a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and hands-on experience. As a victim of crime herself, Gift has made it her life's work to serve as a champion for those most vulnerable in today's society. "I know that John and the MrBallen team feel the same way as I do about serving victims of heinous crimes and their families," said Gift. "I believe strongly that anything is possible through authenticity, transparency, and collaboration, and I'm so proud to be a part of an organization like the MrBallen Foundation that aligns with these values."
For more information, visit https://mrballen.foundation/ and follow the MrBallen Foundation on Instagram @MrBallenFoundation, Facebook @MrBallenFoundation, LinkedIn @MrBallenFoundation, and Twitter @MrBallenFnd.
About the MrBallen Foundation
The MrBallen Foundation (MBF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to honoring victims and supporting families affected by violent crimes through education, training and financial support. Victims of heinous crime are faced with psychological, financial, and emotional traumas and residual effects far beyond the physical impact of the crime that need addressing for proper, holistic healing to begin. The MrBallen Foundation was founded by John Allen to provide dynamic solutions for victims and organizations that provide support to them through financial support.
About John Allen aka MrBallen
Host of the popular true crime podcast, John Allen burst on the map in 2020, first on TikTok and then on YouTube where he quickly scaled his audience to become one of YouTube's biggest storytellers. Better known as "MrBallen," Allen is a former US Navy SEAL turned YouTube sensation who most recently launched his hit podcast, MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories. The podcast is true crime-focused while also exploring strange and mysterious occurrences, and routinely ranks in the top five on the overall Spotify Podcast charts each week, with staggering audience growth between 17%-20% month over month since the show's inception in February 2022. In June 2022 alone the show delivered seven million impressions and is showing no signs of slowing down, as Allen continues to fascinate new and established audiences with unparalleled storytelling each week. For more information subscribe to MrBallen on YouTube or follow @MrBallen on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
Press Inquiries
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Pilot program to increase efficiency for HVAC customers
WASHINGTON, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CleanChoice Energy, a cleantech company that empowers people and businesses to access climate solutions, announced a new partnership with SmartAC.com, an HVAC monitoring service, to provide greater energy efficiency and reduce energy waste in users' homes. The new partnership will provide customers the tools to track the efficiency of their HVAC systems, send alerts for needed repairs, and lower their carbon footprint by avoiding common inefficiencies. Air conditioning is a major source of a home's carbon footprint and reducing waste can have a major impact–a 15% reduction in HVAC energy consumption and a 20 percent reduction in refrigerant lost from leaks across 100,000 homes can equate to the environmental benefit of taking 18,380 vehicles off the road.
"With CleanChoice's SmartAC.com partnership people can now both reduce their energy use and support clean energy. It's more important than ever, we've already seen heat waves and extreme weather across the country–and can expect this summer to be one of the hottest on record. Inefficient air conditioning can significantly increase energy use and pollution–we're thrilled to be working with SmartAC.com to help our customers reduce their carbon footprint and monthly energy bills," said Tom Matzzie, CEO of CleanChoice Energy.
"The SmartAC.com platform was designed to deliver value to homeowners by digitizing the experience of home comfort. Remote visibility of HVAC equipment health provides more transparency and better economics for all stakeholders. Considering climate change and energy prices rising, the efficiency of the largest energy-consuming device in the home is more important now than ever before," said Josh Teekell, CEO of SmartAC.com.
CleanChoice Energy customers in Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, New York, and D.C. will be the first to be able to participate. People interested in learning more about CleanChoice Energy's SmartAC.com partnership can visit the partnership's website.
CleanChoice Energy is a cleantech company that empowers people and businesses to easily access climate solutions. CleanChoice uses data-empowered technology to offer consumers easy, impactful climate solutions so they can cut emissions, support renewable energy and live cleaner lives. Founded in 2012, CleanChoice has become one of the fastest-growing businesses in America, as ranked on the Inc 5000 and Deloitte's Technology Fast 500™. CleanChoice Energy is a Certified B Corporation and is certified with the highest available rating by Green America's Green Business Network. For more information or to become a clean energy customer, visit CleanChoiceEnergy.com.
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LOS ANGELES, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Winc, Inc. ("Winc" or the "Company") (NYSE American: WBEV), a differentiated platform for growing alcoholic beverages brands, today announced that it will report financial results for the second quarter 2022 on Thursday, August 11, 2022 before market open. The Company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss these results at 11:00 a.m. ET on the same day.
Investors interested in listening to the conference call may do so by dialing (877) 704-4453 or, for international callers, by dialing (201) 389-0920. The live audio webcast will be accessible in the "News & Events" section of the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.winc.com/ or directly here. An archived replay of the webcast will be available on the Company's website shortly after the live event has concluded for at least 30 days.
Winc is a differentiated platform for growing alcoholic beverages brands, fueled by the joint capabilities of a data-driven brand development strategy paired with a true omni-channel distribution network. Winc's mission is to become the leading brand builder within the alcoholic beverages industry through an omni-channel growth platform.
Winc's common stock trades under the ticker symbol "WBEV" on the NYSE American.
Contact:
Matt Thelen
Chief Strategy Officer and General Counsel
invest@winc.com
424-353-1767
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FWC urges beachgoers to watch for nesting sea turtles
Published: Jun. 16, 2022 at 10:27 AM EDT|Updated: 40 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - If you’re heading out to the beach, Florida Fish and Wildlife is urging you to be aware of your surroundings as baby sea turtles begin to hatch.
Nesting females are coming ashore to lay their eggs and the first nests of the season are starting to hatch. Hatchlings emerge from the sand to cross the beach as they find their way to the ocean.
After you spend a day at the beach, make sure to fill in any holes dug in the sand and clear the way at the end of the day. Holes can injure or trap adult females and hatchlings, and beach furniture, canopies and toys left behind on the sand can become obstacles that block nesting and hatchling turtles.
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Proceeds from Goodwill Industries® of Greater NY and Northern NJ's annual fundraising event, with celebrity hosts Paulina Porizkova will support the nonprofit's employment and behavioral health services for thousands of individuals with disabilities and employment barriers in the NY metropolitan area
NEW YORK, April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Goodwill Industries® of Greater NY and Northern NJ (Goodwill NYNJ) through its second, and 1st in-person, annual "Evening of Treasures" event raised $200,000 to provide employment and behavioral health services for thousands of people with disabilities and other barriers in the New York City metropolitan region. The event, which celebrates sustainable fashion and the power of work, was hosted by legendary super model Paulina Porizkova, at the Tapestry Building in Hudson Yards in NYC on Thursday, April 28, 2022.
View photos of the event here!
Evening of Treasures included a festive thrift cocktail reception and fashion show of one-of-a-kind upcycled Goodwill creations by the Tommy Hilfiger brand, and designers Gigi Burris Millinery, Maxwell Osborne of anOnlyChild, and Dao-Yi Chow of Public School, as well as Design student Monica Palucci from SUNY's Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). All garments featured in the fashion show, which were upcycled using textiles donated to Goodwill stores, were auctioned to benefit Goodwill services. In addition, the auction included a one-of-a-kind bag designed by designer Heron Preston as part of the HeronPreston x Mercedes collection. Experiences included Stylist session with Jacqui Stafford.
Revenue from the Goodwill Evening of Treasures, Goodwill stores and ShopGoodwill.com/NYNJ supports Goodwill NYNJ's placement, training, on-the-job coaching, and retention services that support individuals with disabilities and other barriers on their journey to employment. Goodwill NYNJ also helps individuals with mental health conditions stay healthy and on the job.
In 2021, Goodwill NYNJ provided employment services for nearly 10,000 people who are unemployed or underemployed, almost half of them people with disabilities. Also last year, Goodwill NYNJ placed 821 people in jobs, including 549 individuals with disabilities, a 17% increase from the previous year, outside its stores at hospitals and health care centers, tech and accounting firms, the warehousing and manufacturing sectors, and NYC agencies.
The event's upcycled red carpet featured, in addition to host Paulina Porizkova, Leonello Borghi and Sarah Hand of the Tommy Hilfiger brand, and guest designers, bold faced named attendees in upcycled and second hand styled outfits including designers Willy Chaviarria, Calvin Klein; Yeohlee Teng; Shawn Pean, June79; Felita Harris and Aja McCoy, Harlem's Fashion Row; Rinat Brobach; and Suzanne McKinsey, ABLEmade, as well as fashion industry insiders Steven Kolb and CaSandra Diggs, CFDA; Josh Peskowitz, #menswear; Fern Mallis; Linda Levy, The Fragrance Foundation; Lauren Singer, environmental activist, entrepreneur, and blogger; and Maria Torres-Springer, NYC Deputy Mayor among others.
The event feature stories of people with disabilities and other employment barriers who Goodwill NYNJ has supported on their journey to employment and independence for years or even decades. Individuals like Chshone, a 49-year-old man with an intellectual disability, who came to Goodwill at age 21, and thanks to the nonprofit's services, got his first job and 3 decades later, continues to support him in his career.
Goodwill NYNJ's environmental impact: In 2021, Goodwill NYNJ helped people re-purpose more than 40 million pounds of pre-loved clothing and home goods, successfully diverting them from the landfills. Its sustainable retail operations saved nearly 59k metric tons of CO2 from being released into the atmosphere.
According to The Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) – a charity that works with governments, businesses and communities to improve resource efficiency – approximately 140m worth of clothing goes into landfill each year. Alice Wilby, a sustainable fashion consultant and spokesperson for Extinction Rebellion tells The Independent that this kind of reliance on landfill results in "wasting perfectly usable textiles, slowly leaking toxins into the earth and microfibers into the waterways" and contributes to methane emissions.
"At Gigi Burris Millinery, local, sustainable craftsmanship is the heart of our brand. With Goodwill NYNJ's efforts to pour into their local community with employment opportunities and to foster sustainability by giving fashion items a second life, the partnership made perfect sense. It's been a fun creative challenge to create a ready to wear look in addition to a hat - with the full ensemble created from upcycled Goodwill items," said Gigi Burris.
"We were excited to join Goodwill's Evening of Treasures since this is exactly what we do in our business. The process was quite fun, having access to the Goodwill stores to source the materials for these creations. We created these looks using needle punch, taking apart shirts to create new fabrics along with deconstructing. We wanted to push the envelope a bit with the items that we selected—all the shirtings, fleece, French Terry—to create looks that are true to both brands. It was a fun experience," says Maxwell Osborne, co-founder & designer of Public School and founder of anOnlyChild.
"Goodwill's Double Impact means that our stores have a positive impact on the environment and our community. Goodwill gives people the training and resources needed to get jobs and lead independent lives," said Don Huber, chair of the Goodwill NYNJ Board of Directors. "'What do you do?' We ask this question because while our jobs may not define us, they can tell you about a person's interests and passions. We don't often think of the basic feelings of empowerment and self-worth that come from employment, unless and until we become unemployed. We think about that question all the time at Goodwill and we work to include an ever-growing number of New Yorkers who can answer the 'what do you do?' question with pride that Goodwill believed in them."
"Goodwill offers programs that help people with disabilities like autism, people living with mental illness, and our many friends and neighbors who are unemployed or underemployed to receive training and assistance to find, get, and keep jobs," said Katy Gaul-Stigge, president and CEO of Goodwill NYNJ. "Our retail stores help support these programs, but the fact is, we could not carry out our mission without philanthropic contributions from institutions and individual donors like you. Thank you for your time tonight, you all did such an amazing job of bringing the fun of thrift, the beauty of upcycling, with the meaning of social impact."
Evening of Treasures sponsors included:
$25,000 - Beyond Disabilities Circle
Amazon
Synoptek
$10,000 - Access and Empowerment Circle
Ice Miller
HUB International
Tusk Holdings
Kearney
$5,000
Signature Bank
Magnolia Bakery provided dessert for the event.
About the guest designers:
Gigi Burris
Like the most famous milliners before her, Gigi Burris affirmed her craft in Paris as a student at Parsons. While there, she visited mercerie shops and became fascinated with the embellishments found inside. As a student under Leah Chalfen at Parsons School of Design in New York, and during her internship with the designer, Burris excelled in couture handwork and intricate handmade adornments. In her final year at Parsons, Burris was nominated for the Designer of the Year Award, with a collection of hats. The Gigi Burris label followed soon after. Burris has garnered significant following from the editorial world, and celebrities like Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Bella Hadid, Hailey Beiber, Keith Richards and Mahershala Ali. The brand has collaborated with fashion houses and launched partnerships with Disney, Theory and W hotels. A CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Finalist in 2014, Gigi Burris has been a CFDA Member since 2015.
AnOnlyChild
AnOnlyChild is a New York label, founded in 2021 by designer Maxwell Osborne. Each collection is created entirely from deadstock materials. Osborne says, "While this process prevents us from recreating a consistency throughout the collection, we consider it to be an advantage. Each of our garments retains the soul of their fabric's previous life to form something unique, one-of-a-kind and sort of like an only child." The spirit of anOnlyChild is built around recreating lived experiences to form new ones. The collection is available at anonlychild.com and select pieces at Saks New York.
Public School
Founded in 2008, PUBLIC SCHOOL redefined the landscape for tailored sportswear and is a New York story. Designers Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne, born and raised in New York City, represent the convergence and restless energy of the city they live and work in, and their brand is a culmination of their upbringings, blending high and low references from fashion, music and art. In 2010, PUBLIC SCHOOL was part of the inaugural CFDA (Fashion Incubator) business development program. The brand's anti-prep and sharply tailored sportswear began to be noticed, and in 2013, the young brand had a breakout year: PUBLIC SCHOOL won the Swarovski Award for Menswear at the 2013 CFDA Fashion Awards and was named the winner of the 2013 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund. PUBLIC SCHOOL received the CFDA's Menswear Designer of the Year Award in 2014. The brand also won the first Woolmark Prize (USA) for Menswear in 2014, and went on to claim the first International Woolmark Prize for Menswear in 2015. In 2015, Chow and Osborne were tapped to be the Creative Directors for DKNY, overseeing both menswear and womenswear until the end of 2016.
About Goodwill NYNJ:
Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey, Inc. (Goodwill NYNJ) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates retail stores throughout the region powered by donations of clothing and household items. Goodwill NYNJ translates those donations into workforce development services for people with disabilities and the unemployed, and job training leading to employment. Annually, Goodwill NYNJ services build better lives for thousands of New York City Metropolitan Area residents and their families. For more than 107 years, the agency's mission has been to empower individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment to gain independence through the power of work. Learn more about Goodwill NYNJ at http://www.goodwillnynj.org; follow us on Twitter: @GoodwillNYNJ; and find us on Facebook or Instagram: GoodwillNYNJ.
Contact: Jose Medellin | jmedellin@goodwillnynj.org | (646) 238-9133 mobile
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Store manager says he was sucker-punched by customer
By Thalia Perez
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NEW YORK (WCBS) — Police are searching for a disgruntled shopper who sucker-punched an East Harlem store manager, leaving him with a black eye.
Shivpersaud Kowlessar says what started out as a normal work day for him on Thursday quickly turned ugly after a shopper began harassing him.
“‘I want to beat him up.’ So I said, ‘Why do you want to beat me? I didn’t do you anything. I don’t know you,'” Kowlessar said.
Police say it happened around 11:30 a.m. at the American Outlet on Third Avenue and East 118th Street where the 59-year-old has worked for the past nine years.
“I thought he was just shopping or, like, you know, I didn’t really think anything,” Kowlessar told CBS2’s Thalia Perez. “He said, ‘Yo, where is the shower liners?’ So I said, ‘Right over there.’ So I continue walking, so he followed me to the office.”
Kowlessar says he returned to his office located on the third floor in the back of the store to finish some work, but when he came out moments later, he says the suspect was standing at the door.
“It was very scary. I was like, you know, my heart was racing,” he said.
After another awkward confrontation, Kowlessar says, “He run down the escalator going down, running up the one that I was going on, and then I said, ‘Don’t follow me.’ As I turned my face, he punched me straight in the eye. I didn’t expect it.”
Kowlessar suffered a cut and a black eye. He was back on the job Friday, but his daughter says the attack has left her on edge.
“Now it put fear in all of us, where, is my dad going to come home? Is my kid’s grandpa going to come home now?” Natasha Carrasquillo said.
Kowlessar says the suspect was caught on a surveillance camera and appeared to be in his late 20s or early 30s. So far, no arrests have been made.
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- Creatd Ventures' portfolio of CPG brands invited to join the Shopify Investor Partner Program.
- Partnering with the Shopify Investor Partner Program helps creators' investments go from ideas to IPOs.
- Access to exclusive Shopify resources to help the Company further invest in its technology to scale.
NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Creatd, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: CRTD) ("Creatd" or the "Company"), the parent company of Creatd Ventures, today provided an update on its ongoing efforts to strengthen the technology supporting Creatd Ventures by joining the Shopify Investor Partner Program. This invite-only elite program gives Creatd's CPG brands access to exclusive Shopify resources, including first-in-line access to Shopify's data and any new roll-outs on the platform, as well as premier offers from Shopify. Shopify, Inc. is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange.
Commented Creatd Ventures' CEO Thomas Punch, "We are honored to be invited to join the Shopify Investor Partner Program. We are both aligned in giving creators the opportunity to become entrepreneurs. Additionally, this partnership opens up new possibilities for us to invest and expand in our e-commerce technology stack and continue scaling Creatd's fastest-growing revenue stream, our Ventures pillar."
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Creatd, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: CRTD) is a company dedicated to unlocking creativity for creators, brands, and consumers. We accomplish this through Creatd's four business pillars: Creatd Labs, Creatd Partners, Creatd Ventures, and Creatd Studios.
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WASHINGTON — When President Joe Biden declares Russia's Ukraine war "genocide," it isn't just another strong word.
A formal U.S. follow-up accusing Russia of a campaign aimed at wiping out a targeted group could carry obligations on the world to consider action. That's because of a genocide treaty approved by the U.N. General Assembly in the years immediately after World War II, signed by the United States and more than 150 other nations.
The convention was the work of, among others, a Polish Jew who'd seen his family murdered. The advocates pushed for something that would make the world not just condemn but actually punish future genocides.
In comments Tuesday, Biden accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of trying to "wipe out the idea of even being a Ukrainian." Many other world leaders have not gone as far. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said Russia's behavior in Ukraine "doesn't look far short of genocide," but the U.K. has not officially used the term, saying only a court can make such a designation.
It's not clear if the U.S. intends to pursue Biden's genocide comment as formal U.S. policy.
A look at what's involved in that decision, and what it means when a world leader declares a genocide:
WHAT DOES "GENOCIDE" MEAN?
It's a surprisingly modern word for an ancient crime. A Jewish lawyer from Poland, Raphael Lemkin, coined it at the height of World War II and the Holocaust. Lemkin wanted a word to describe what Nazi Germany was then doing to millions of Jews and Romas, and what Turkey had done to Armenians in the 1910s: killing members of a targeted group of people, and ruthlessly working to eradicate their cultures.
Lemkin paired "geno," a Greek word meaning race, and "cide," a Latin word meaning kill. Lemkin dedicated his life to having genocide recognized and criminalized.
In 1948, after Adolf Hitler and his accomplices systematically murdered 6 million Jews in Europe, the U.N. General Assembly approved the Convention on the Prevention of the Crime of Genocide.
WHAT'S THE LEGAL DEFINITION?
Under the genocide convention, the crime is trying to destroy a national, ethnic, racial or religious group, in part or in whole.
That includes mass killings, but also forced sterilization, abuse that inflicts serious harm or mental suffering, or wrenching children of a targeted group away to be raised by others.
IS RUSSIA COMMITTING GENOCIDE IN UKRAINE?
The case may hang in part on Putin's own words.
Russian forces are attacking a sovereign country, and are widely accused of carrying out wholesale abuses of Ukraine's civilians, including mass killings.
Those would be war crimes. But do they amount to genocide?
It's all about intent, argues Bohdan Vitvitsky, a former U.S. federal prosecutor and former special adviser to Ukraine's prosecutor general.
"Any attempt to determine whether the crimes committed by Russian troops in Ukraine are driven by genocidal intent must necessarily focus on the statements of Russian President Vladimir Putin," Vitvisky wrote for the Atlantic Council think tank this week.
Putin long has denied any standing for Ukraine to exist as a separate nation, or Ukrainians as a separate people, independent of Russia and Russians. He cites history, when Ukraine was part of the Russian empire, and later of the Soviet Union.
In a long essay last year, "On the Historical Unity of Russians and Ukrainians," Putin made clear the depth of his determination on the matter. He called the borders dividing Russia and Ukraine "our great common misfortune and tragedy."
Putin and Russian state media in the current war falsely call Ukrainian leaders "Nazis" and "drug addicts." Putin has called his military campaign in Ukraine one of de-Nazification.
WHY DOES IT MATTER IF WORLD LEADERS USE "GENOCIDE" TO DESCRIBE RUSSIA'S ACTIONS?
Embedded in the genocide convention is an obligation that the U.S. and other signers of the treaty have treated warily — if they acknowledge a genocide is occurring, they're committed to ensuring investigation and prosecution, at the least.
People and countries committing genocide "shall be punished," the treaty declares, seeking to crush any wiggle room that would allow governments to avoid intervening.
President Bill Clinton and other U.S. leaders for decades dodged or danced around using the word "genocide" to avoid increasing the pressure on them to act, as mass killings targeted classes of people or ethnic groups in Cambodia, Bosnia, Iraq, Rwanda and elsewhere.
Regretting his failure to do more to stop the killing of 800,000 ethnic Tutsis by Hutus in Rwanda in 1994, Clinton in June 1999 became the first U.S. president to recognize an act of genocide as it was playing out, saying Serb forces carrying out a deadly campaign against ethnic Albanians in Kosovo were attempting genocide.
NATO intervened, launching 78 days of airstrikes that forced Serbian fighters' withdrawal from Kosovo. An international tribunal charged Serbian leader Slobodan Milosevic with war crimes, although Milosevic died before his trial concluded.
Starting in 2005, world leaders embraced – in principle – responsibility for collective action to stop genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity. Atrocities and targeted campaigns against groups continue around the world, however, and the so-called responsibility to protect is seldom invoked.
WHAT HAPPENS IF THE US DOES DECLARE RUSSIAN ACTIONS TO BE GENOCIDE?
U.S. leaders have long feared that acknowledging genocide would require them - or someone - to intervene, even to send in troops, with all the risks, costs and political backlash that would entail. It's been a main reason leaders limited themselves to statements of condemnation and attempts at humanitarian aid for survivors.
Biden is adamant the U.S. will not use its own military to confront Russian forces on behalf of Ukraine. Doing so would risk World War III, he says.
He and allies in Europe and elsewhere already are intervening by sanctioning Russia and by sending weapons and other support to Ukraine for its defense.
Biden and other Western leaders also have already called for trial for Putin - the kind of punishment that the genocide convention demands. But longstanding U.S. opposition to the existing International Criminal Court, over worries that U.S. troops could face prosecution there one day, can complicates such prosecutions. And practically speaking, bringing Putin before a court is a long shot.
Many Americans' opposition to entanglement in foreign wars also has helped discourage U.S. leaders from doing more to stop past mass killings or cultural destruction.
But Russia's invasion of a neighboring country and brutality against Ukraine's people have engaged Americans in a way that genocidal campaigns in Cambodia, Kurdish areas of Iraq and elsewhere did not.
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CNN Exclusive: ‘We control them all’: Donald Trump Jr. texted Meadows ideas for overturning 2020 election before it was called
By Ryan Nobles, Zachary Cohen and Annie Grayer, CNN
Two days after the 2020 presidential election, as votes were still being tallied, Donald Trump’s eldest son texted then-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows that “we have operational control” to ensure his father would get a second term, with Republican majorities in the US Senate and swing state legislatures, CNN has learned.
In the text, which has not been previously reported, Donald Trump Jr. lays out ideas for keeping his father in power by subverting the Electoral College process, according to the message reviewed by CNN. The text is among records obtained by the House select committee investigating January 6, 2021.
“It’s very simple,” Trump Jr. texted to Meadows on November 5, adding later in the same missive: “We have multiple paths We control them all.”
In a statement to CNN, Trump Jr.’s lawyer Alan S. Futerfas said, “After the election, Don received numerous messages from supporters and others. Given the date, this message likely originated from someone else and was forwarded.”
Immediately before his text to Meadows describing multiple paths for challenging the election, Trump Jr. texted Meadows the following: “This is what we need to do please read it and please get it to everyone that needs to see it because I’m not sure we’re doing it.”
The November 5 text message outlines a strategy that is nearly identical to what allies of the former President attempted to carry out in the months that followed. Trump Jr. makes specific reference to filing lawsuits and advocating recounts to prevent certain swing states from certifying their results, as well as having a handful of Republican state houses put forward slates of fake “Trump electors.”
If all that failed, according to the Trump Jr. text, GOP lawmakers in Congress could simply vote to reinstall Trump as President on January 6.
“We have operational control Total leverage,” the message reads. “Moral High Ground POTUS must start 2nd term now.”
The text from Trump Jr. is revealing on a number of levels. It shows how those closest to the former President were already exchanging ideas for how to overturn the election months before the January 6 insurrection — and before all the votes were even counted. It would be another two days before major news outlets declared Joe Biden the winner on November 7.
The text also adds to a growing body of evidence of how Trump’s inner circle was actively engaged in discussing how to challenge the election results.
On March 28, Judge David Carter, a federal judge in California, said that Trump, along with conservative lawyer John Eastman, launched an “unprecedented” campaign to overturn a democratic election, calling it “a coup in search of a legal theory.”
George Terwilliger, an attorney for Meadows, declined to comment for this story. A spokesperson for the House select committee declined to comment.
Foreshadowing the Trump campaign strategy
In the weeks following the 2020 election, Trump and his allies eventually filed more than 60 unsuccessful lawsuits in key states, failing to convince the courts that his claims about a stolen election were justified, or uncover any evidence of widespread voter fraud.
They also called for various recounts based on those same unfounded voter fraud claims. A number of states conducted recounts in the months after the election, though none of them revealed any fraud substantial enough to have changed the outcome of the vote in any state.
While Trump Jr. was publicly pushing various voter fraud conspiracy theories and generally casting doubt about the results in states like Pennsylvania and Georgia, his text to Meadows reveals there were other ideas being discussed privately.
Specifically, Trump Jr. previews a strategy to supplant authentic electors with fake Republican electors in a handful of states. That plan was eventually orchestrated and carried out by allies of the former President, and overseen by his then-attorney Rudy Giuliani.
In his text to Meadows, Trump Jr. identifies two key dates in December that serve as deadlines for states to certify their electoral results and compel Congress to accept them. Though the dates are largely ceremonial, in his text Trump Jr. appears to point to them as potential weaknesses to be exploited by casting doubt on the legitimacy of the election results.
Seeking Trump electors
Trump Jr.’s November 5 text to Meadows came as similar notions of faithless electors were starting to percolate publicly on conservative social media. Trump Jr. sent the text to Meadows at 12:51 p.m., just minutes after conservative radio host Mark Levin had tweeted a similar idea and suggested state legislatures have final say on electors.
If secretaries of state were unable to certify the results, Trump Jr. argues in his text to Meadows that they should press their advantage by having Republican-controlled state assemblies “step in” and put forward separate slates of “Trump electors,” he writes.
“Republicans control Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Carolina etc we get Trump electors,” Trump Jr. adds.
Trump Jr.’s text, however, refers to an untested legal theory that state houses are the ultimate authority in elections and can intervene to put forward a different slate of electors than those chosen by the voters, when in reality this is a ceremonial process and the outcome is essentially a foregone conclusion.
The Justice Department and the House committee are both investigating the fake electors plot within the context of what unfolded on January 6 and Trump’s broader effort to overturn the election.
The strategy floated by Trump Jr. is similar to what was outlined by former Texas Governor and Trump Energy Secretary Rick Perry, who texted Meadows on November 4 suggesting three state legislatures ignore the will of their voters and deliver their states’ electors to Trump.
“HERE’s an AGRESSIVE (sic) STRATEGY: Why can t (sic) the states of GA NC PENN and other R controlled state houses declare this is BS (where conflicts and election not called that night) and just send their own electors to vote and have it go to the SCOTUS,” Perry’s text message read.
A spokesman for Perry told CNN at the time that the former Energy secretary denies being the author of the text. However, multiple people who know Rick Perry previously confirmed to CNN that the phone number the committee has associated with that text message is Perry’s number.
‘We control them all’
Trump Jr. also texts Meadows that Congress could intervene on January 6 and overturn the will of voters if, for some reason, they were unable to secure enough electoral votes to tip the outcome in Trump’s favor using the state-based strategy.
That option, according to Trump Jr.’s text, involves a scenario where neither Biden nor Trump have enough electoral votes to be declared a winner, prompting the House of Representatives to vote by state party delegation, with each state getting one vote.
“Republicans control 28 states Democrats 22 states,” Trump Jr. texts. “Once again Trump wins.”
“We either have a vote WE control and WE win OR it gets kicked to Congress 6 January 2021,” he texts Meadows.
In a series of memos in early January, conservative lawyer John Eastman proposed a variation of that idea.
Eastman’s memo laid out a six-step plan for Vice President Mike Pence to overturn the election for Trump, which included throwing out the results in seven states because they allegedly had competing electors. In fact, no state had actually put forward an alternate slate of electors — there were merely Trump allies claiming without any authority to be electors.
Eastman, who has been subpoenaed by the House select committee and is fighting to keep some of his records secret from investigators, was accused by Carter of likely engaging in a criminal conspiracy with Trump to overturn the election.
“Dr. Eastman has an unblemished record as an attorney and respectfully disagrees with the judge’s findings,” his attorney Charles Burnham said in response to the judge’s ruling.
Trump Jr. pushes Meadows to fire Wray and install loyalist at FBI
Trump Jr. ends his November 5 text by calling for a litany of personnel moves to solidify his father’s control over the government by putting loyalists in key jobs and initiate investigations into the Biden family.
“Fire Wray; Fire Fauci,” he texts, referring to FBI Director Christopher Wray and White House coronavirus adviser Anthony Fauci. Trump Jr. then proposes making former acting Director of National Intelligence Ric Grenell interim head of the FBI and having then-Attorney General Bill Barr “select Special prosecutor on HardDrivefromHell Biden crime family.”
As Trump refused to concede in the days and weeks after the 2020 election, rumors swirled that he was still considering firing Wray, along with several other top officials with whom he had grown frustrated.
Trump and his allies sharply criticized Wray for failing to produce information that they claimed would be harmful to the President’s political enemies, including Biden. CNN previously reported that the prospect of Trump firing Wray hung over the FBI for weeks, dating to before Election Day.
While Wray remains in his post and Barr resigned in mid-December 2020 without naming a special prosecutor to investigate the Bidens, Trump Jr.’s text underscores just how precarious the situation at DOJ was in the immediate aftermath of the election.
The same is true for Trump Jr.’s recommendation that Meadows replace Wray with Grenell, someone who not only lacked the usual qualifications to lead the FBI but also had a proven track record of doing the former President’s bidding.
After serving a controversial three-month stint as Trump’s acting intel chief, Grenell hit the campaign trail in late 2020 to help promote Trump’s unfounded claims of widespread voter fraud and support his legal challenges in a key swing state: Nevada.
On November 5, Biden held a slim lead over Trump in Nevada but appeared poised to win the state’s six electoral votes. That same day, Grenell and Trump campaign officials announced they were filing a new lawsuit to “stop the counting of illegal votes” but provided no evidence to support their claims of rampant fraud.
This story has been updated with new details of a text message Trump Jr. sent to Meadows.
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Villarreal’s European hopes hanging on win over Liverpool
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MADRID (AP) — The small Spanish city of Villarreal could be facing its last Champions League night in a while if it doesn’t pull off another upset on Tuesday against Liverpool. The modest club ousted Juventus and Bayern Munich on its way to a surprise semifinal appearance. If it can’t reverse a 2-0 first-leg loss against the English club, recent history shows it may not have another chance to play in the competition any time soon. Based in a city of 50,000 people in southern Spain, Villarreal hadn’t played in the Champions League since the 2011-12 season. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/02/villarreals-european-hopes-hanging-on-win-over-liverpool/ | 2022-05-02T14:45:59Z |
A leading service provider of credit cards continues to grow in the Portland Beaverton Area.
BEAVERTON, Ore., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Genesis Financial Solutions, a leading service provider of non-prime credit cards, today announced that it has opened its new headquarters in Beaverton. The new office reaffirms its commitment to continue to grow in the Portland Beaverton area, where it was founded over 20 years ago.
Genesis serves over 5 million non-prime customers through the general purpose and private label credit card programs it manages for issuers. The new office consolidates local employees into a single-tenant location for optimal collaboration and allows the company to pursue its growth plans with a focus on the employee experience.
"We are very proud of what we have achieved in the past 20+ years as an Oregon-based company. Our team is very excited about the new modern office space that allows us to collaborate on solutions to meet our customers' needs," stated Bruce Weinstein, CEO of Genesis Financial Solutions, Inc.
The company's new location encompasses over 70,000 customized square feet that can seat over 250 people. To learn more about Genesis Financial Solutions, visit www.genesis-fs.com.
Genesis Financial Solutions is a national leader in non-prime financing, serving over 5 million consumers through the Private Label and General Purpose credit card programs it services for issuing banks and working with over 500 merchant partners across 15,000 locations. The credit cards provide essential financing solutions to the underserved consumer, whether they are looking to buy from one of our retail partners or fund everyday purchases. The credit products are fair and transparent and come with the tools and services designed to help customers succeed.
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Asurion® Repair Experts Provide Fast Fixes on Phones, Tablets, Laptops, and More
MEMPHIS, Tenn., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new electronics repair shop, Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, has opened in Memphis at 3462 Plaza Ave. in the Poplar Plaza across from Kroger. The store offers professional fixes for most consumer electronics, from smartphones, tablets, and computers to game consoles, smart speakers, drones, and more.
While common repairs include cracked screens, battery issues, and water damage, the company's repair experts have fixed millions of devices and can help with most any tech mishap, and many basic repairs can be completed in 45 minutes or less.
The store is locally owned by Marc L. Lawson Jr. and his brother Brandon Lawson, who also own locations in Germantown, Wolfchase, and Johnson City. The brothers also plan to open an additional location in Kingsport later this year.
"I have been a part of the Memphis community for over 10 years," said Marc Lawson, owner of Asurion Tech Repair and Solutions Memphis. "While owning three other locations, I fell in love with the company's dedication to serving tech users in a time when connectivity is more critical than ever. I'm eager to further this commitment to those living in the heart of Memphis."
The store's expert repair technicians fix all kinds of technology, regardless of make or model, and the store is an authorized repair provider for Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones. Customers can book a repair appointment online or stop by the store for walk-in service. The store offers free, no-obligation diagnostics on all gadgets, as well as a 1-year limited warranty on all repairs. It even offers a price match guarantee on any local competitor's regularly published price for the same repair.
The new Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions store brings the company's retail footprint to more than 800 locations across the U.S. Formerly known as uBreakiFix®, all U.S. locations will rebrand as Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions throughout 2022.
"We are excited to serve people in Memphis with fast and affordable tech repair," said Dave Barbuto, CEO of Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions. "We all rely on our phones and laptops more than ever before, and our mission is bigger than repairing shattered screens and broken charge ports. We fix tech because people depend on it to stay connected to things that are important to them. I look forward to serving this community through our new Memphis location."
The new store is located at:
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions
3462 Plaza Ave Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38111
(901) 482-9911
About Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, formerly known as uBreakiFix®, is the retail brand operated and franchised by a subsidiary of tech care company Asurion®. As the world's leading tech care company, Asurion eliminates the fears and frustrations associated with technology to ensure its 300 million customers get the most out of their devices, appliances, and connections. Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions stores specialize in the repair of consumer technology, including smartphones, game consoles, tablets, computers, and nearly everything in between. Asurion Tech Repair and Solutions repair experts fix cracked screens, software issues, camera issues, and most other tech mishaps at more than 700 stores across the U.S. The stores provide fast, affordable fixes for nearly any device type, regardless of make or model, including authorized repairs for Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy smartphones.
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Telematics innovation comes as rising claim volumes seen across the insurance industry.
SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, USAA announced it is among the first auto insurance carriers to implement crash detection technology, an innovation that simplifies and expedites the claims process. This technology comes at a critical time as auto accidents have surged past pre-pandemic levels, exacerbating supply chain issues and delays being felt by consumers across the nation.
The crash detection technology, integrated in USAA's SafePilot® app, has generated more than 36,000 crash notifications since its November 2021 launch. The technology leverages smart phone sensors within the app to detect a possible collision and prompts the member to verify if an accident has occurred. Once verified, the app immediately offers helpful information, including safety guidance for the accident scene, the option to file a claim via a streamlined process, or the ability to dial 911 directly from the app.
"Ultimately this comes down to making sure our members are safe and helping them get back on their feet faster," says Luke Harris, USAA's Vice President of Innovation. "We're constantly looking for innovative ways to make our members' lives easier, something that USAA has been focused on for over 100 years. By using telematics and crash detection technology, we can provide a more seamless member experience and faster resolution to claims."
Collision Claims Surging to Pre-Pandemic Levels
As innovations in telematics improve the claims process, the insurance industry continues to deal with an increase in volume, severity and cost of auto accidents. USAA handled 500,000 more claims in 2021 than in 2020, a trend felt broadly as pandemic restrictions were lifted and more cars returned to the roads.
The severity of accidents is also on the rise. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced a 16-year high in traffic fatalities, raising concerns of increasing danger on roadways. With an increase in severe accidents, the cost of repairs has also risen significantly. In 2021, USAA saw collision repair costs rise 38% over 2020 and is currently on pace to see an additional 30% increase in 2022. Additionally, as inflation has impacted the price of goods and services, insurers are seeing increases in the cost to repair vehicles stemming from supply chain issues and parts and labor shortages.
Among these changes, telematics-based insurance plans have surged in popularity with USAA members as they search for ways to save money on their insurance premiums:
- SafePilot®, USAA's behavior-based insurance (BBI) plan, rewards safe-driving behaviors with premium discounts. Members who enroll are eligible for initial policy discounts up to 10% for signing up, and continued policy discounts up to 30% for safe driving behaviors. Driver enrollment is more than 200% higher than in 2021 for SafePilot® which is now available in 43 states plus Washington D.C., with plans to expand to nearly all states in 2023.
- USAA is also now offering pay-as-you-drive, a usage-based insurance (UBI) option that determines rates based on how much and how safely you drive. USAA acquired the product from Noblr, Inc. in 2021, and it is currently available in 10 states, with plans to expand to the majority of states in 2023. This product is becoming popular for members now working from home or who use other forms of transportation (i.e., bike, public transportation) as a primary means of travel.
To learn more about these offerings, visit USAA.com/drive.
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Founded in 1922 by a group of military officers, USAA is among the leading providers of insurance, banking, and investment and retirement solutions to more than 13 million members of the U.S. military, veterans who have honorably served and their families. Headquartered in San Antonio, USAA has offices in eight U.S. cities and three overseas locations and employs more than 38,000 people worldwide. Each year, the company contributes to national and local nonprofits in support of military families and communities where employees live and work. For more information about USAA, follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@USAA), or visit usaa.com.
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Grants will provide funding for 19 cultural restoration projects across the globe
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America announced today the recipients of the 2022 Bank of America Art Conservation Project. The recipients include 19 major art restoration projects that represent a diverse range of artistic styles, media and cultural traditions across the U.S., the U.K., Australia, Ghana, Ireland, Nigeria, Spain, France and Mexico.
Since 2010, Bank of America's Art Conservation Project has supported the conservation of more than 6,000 individual pieces including paintings, sculptures, and archaeological and architectural pieces of critical importance to cultural heritage and the history of art. More than 200 projects across 39 countries have been managed by nonprofit cultural institutions that receive grant funding to conserve historically or culturally significant works of art that are in danger of deterioration.
This year's grant recipients include:
- Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn, N.Y. – Conservation of a gilded Book of the Dead, a 21-foot papyrus manuscript that is of utmost historical significance
- Kyoto National Museum, Kyoto, Japan – Conservation of 15th century dōmaru armor, a suit that exemplifies the type of armor worn by elite warriors of the 1400s
- Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, Madrid – The Virgin of Humility (c. 1433 – 1435) - Fra Angelico (Italian, 1395-1455), one of the most iconic works in the museum's collection
- Notre-Dame de Paris – Restoration of the statuary and the marquetry of the floor after the fire of April 15, 2019 before the reopening of the cathedral in 2024
- The British Museum, London – Conservation of Michelangelo's The Epifania, 1550-1553, a cartoon executed in black chalk on 26 joined sheets of paper
"Through the Art Conservation Project, we have an opportunity to shine a light on the perpetual need for conservation and preservation," said Brian Siegel, global arts and heritage executive at Bank of America. "Our support helps ensure that future generations can celebrate and enjoy these historic works of art for years to come."
The full list of museums receiving grants through the 2022 Bank of America Art Conservation Project includes:
- Bakehouse Art Complex, Miami
- Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn, N.Y.
- Kyoto National Museum, Kyoto, Japan
- Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis
- Munch Museum, Oslo, Norway
- Museo Tamayo, Mexico City
- Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, Madrid
- Museum of the American Revolution, Philadelphia
- National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
- National Museum of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
- Nigerian National Museum, Lagos, Nigeria
- Notre-Dame de Paris, Paris
- Oakland Museum of California, Oakland, Calif.
- Orange County Museum of Art, Santa Ana, Calif.
- The British Museum, London
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
- Trinity College Library, Dublin
- University of California, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, Berkeley, Calif.
- Utah Museum of Fine Arts, Salt Lake City
Learn about this year's projects in the 2022 Art Conservation Project brochure.
The Bank of America Art Conservation Project is a key demonstration of Bank of America's arts support worldwide. Through the Art Conservation Project, as well as programs like Museums on Us®, loaning exhibitions through the Art in Our Communities program, the Masterpiece Moment video series and sponsorships and grants, Bank of America supports a wide range of both local and world-class organizations. The company's programs are designed to have a positive impact on economies and societies throughout the world and help create greater cultural understanding. Through steadfast and strategic support, Bank of America has become one of the world's leading corporate supporters of the arts.
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First-of-its-kind multi-year collaboration established to co-develop innovative artificial intelligence-based decision support tools for robotic-assisted joint surgery
WARSAW, Ind. and NEW YORK, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZBH), a global medical technology leader, and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the world's leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health, today announced a first-of-its-kind, three-year agreement to create the HSS/Zimmer Biomet (ZB) Innovation Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Robotic Joint Replacement. Through the collaboration, ZB and HSS aim to develop new decision support tools, powered by data collection and machine learning, to provide data-driven recommendations to surgeons for robotic-assisted joint surgery.
"Forging a multi-year collaboration with a leading orthopedics institution combines HSS' clinical expertise with Zimmer Biomet's expertise in surgical robotics and AI modeling," said Ivan Tornos, Chief Operating Officer at Zimmer Biomet. "This agreement, which is our second collaboration with HSS in two years, advances our vision to accelerate impactful innovation through strategic third-party relationships."
The decision support tools, which will be integrated into the ROSA® Knee and ROSA® Hip systems, will further expand the capabilities of ZB's ZBEdge™ suite of smart, digital and robotic technologies designed to deliver transformative data-powered clinical insights with the goal of improving patient outcomes.
"As a world leader in orthopedics, we strive to find opportunities to innovate towards improving patient care," said Michael P. Ast, MD, Chief Medical Innovation Officer at HSS. "Leveraging data analytics and AI in this collaboration could enable us to improve clinical results in robotic-assisted joint replacement surgeries."
Over the course of the collaboration, a team of HSS surgeons and ZB data scientists will work together to develop and test hypotheses that use data-driven insights to address common clinical challenges associated with joint replacement surgery. The goal is to use the validated hypotheses to inform the development of algorithms for the decision support tools.
"Through this unique collaboration, HSS can apply our knowledge and expertise to transform musculoskeletal care with innovative technologies that can improve clinical outcomes, patient experience and cost efficiency in a meaningful way," said Louis A. Shapiro, President and CEO at HSS.
"Together we hope to create clinically validated decision support tools that rely on real-world patient and procedural data to inform actionable recommendations that help surgeons achieve predictable and reproducible clinical outcomes," said Nitin Goyal, MD, Chief Science, Technology and Innovation Officer at Zimmer Biomet.
Zimmer Biomet is a global medical technology leader with a comprehensive portfolio designed to maximize mobility and improve health. We seamlessly transform the patient experience through our innovative products and suite of integrated digital and robotic technologies that leverage data, data analytics and artificial intelligence.
With 90+ years of trusted leadership and proven expertise, Zimmer Biomet is positioned to deliver the highest quality solutions to patients and providers. Our legacy continues to come to life today through our progressive culture of evolution and innovation.
For more information about our product portfolio, our operations in 25+ countries and sales in 100+ countries or about joining our team, visit www.zimmerbiomet.com or follow Zimmer Biomet on Twitter at www.twitter.com/zimmerbiomet.
HSS is the world's leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health. At its core is Hospital for Special Surgery, nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics (for the 13th consecutive year), No. 4 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2021-2022), and the best pediatric orthopedic hospital in NY, NJ and CT by U.S. News & World Report "Best Children's Hospitals" list (2021-2022). In a survey of medical professionals in more than 20 countries by Newsweek, HSS is ranked world #1 in orthopedics for a second consecutive year (2022). Founded in 1863, the Hospital has the lowest complication and readmission rates in the nation for orthopedics, and among the lowest infection rates. HSS was the first in New York State to receive Magnet Recognition for Excellence in Nursing Service from the American Nurses Credentialing Center five consecutive times. An affiliate of Weill Cornell Medical College, HSS has a main campus in New York City and facilities in New Jersey, Connecticut and in the Long Island and Westchester County regions of New York State, as well as in Florida. In addition to patient care, HSS leads the field in research, innovation and education. The HSS Research Institute comprises 20 laboratories and 300 staff members focused on leading the advancement of musculoskeletal health through prevention of degeneration, tissue repair and tissue regeneration. The HSS Innovation Institute works to realize the potential of new drugs, therapeutics and devices. The HSS Education Institute is a trusted leader in advancing musculoskeletal knowledge and research for physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, academic trainees, and consumers in more than 145 countries. The institution is collaborating with medical centers and other organizations to advance the quality and value of musculoskeletal care and to make world-class HSS care more widely accessible nationally and internationally. www.hss.edu.
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TORONTO, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - At a time when inclusion initiatives are at the forefront of organizational objectives, McLean & Company, one of the world's leading HR research and advisory firms, has released its newest resource, Guide to Using Self-identification Questions Respectfully in HR. This research-backed guide was designed to help HR leaders adopt an inclusive lens when creating self-identification options and develop an ethical framework to guide the use and storage of sensitive employee information.
"Gathering and understanding the many traits that come together to make each person unique as it applies to an organization's workforce enables the advancement of DEI and other HR goals," says Obie Odunukwe, director of HR Research & Advisory with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) services at McLean & Company. "Due to the sensitivity surrounding demographic data, organizational requests for personal information require an intentional approach to ensure inclusiveness and safety of participants."
Though DEI has been a trending topic in the business world in recent years, it is still an area in which many organizations and their leaders struggle. In a joint 2021 report from SHRM, Harvard Business Review Analytic Services, and Trusaic, 67% of respondents said "their organization was, at best, only somewhat successful at creating a workplace that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive."
Odunukwe continues: "A majority of DEI and HR initiatives created to support specific demographics only have partial success rates. This is both unacceptable and understandable, considering the obstacles organizations face when creating self-identification practices."
McLean & Company's Guide to Using Self-identification Questions Respectfully in HR breaks down the three categories of identity traits – inherent traits, acquired traits, and organizational acquired traits – to better assist leaders in understanding the role of identity traits in employee surveys. The guide also helps to establish the diversity traits that need to be captured and measured to further DEI and HR efforts and communicate data expectations and ethics. It provides a selection of sample identification questions that can be used to inform a self-identification survey.
"A shared challenge is a lack of prescriptive research on how to address the many competing considerations, such as legal, social, psychological safety and trust, when collecting, storing, and using sensitive employee information to progress DEI goals," Odunukwe adds: "Depending on the level of tolerance, organizations may avoid this exercise if they perceive the risk to be too great. This is why the new DEI-focused guide from McLean & Company is so relevant and supports organizations with an ethical and purposeful approach."
McLean & Company is committed to supporting people leaders in their efforts to employ an inclusive and intentional approach when gathering and measuring personal employee traits. The firm offers practical resources as well as various levels of support designed to meet organizations' unique HR needs, including DIY toolkits, guided implementations, workshops, and consulting.
To learn more about McLean & Company or to download all the latest research, visit hr.mcleanco.com and connect via LinkedIn and Twitter.
About McLean & Company
Through data-driven insights and proven best-practice methodologies, McLean & Company offers comprehensive resources and full-service assessments, action plans, and training to position organizations to meet today's needs and prepare for the future.
McLean & Company is a division of Info-Tech Research Group.
Media professionals are encouraged to register for McLean & Company's Media Insiders Program for more research and insights. This program provides unrestricted, on-demand access to HR, IT, and software industry content as well as subject matter experts from a group of over 200 research analysts. To apply for access, contact pr@mcleanco.com.
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INDIAN TRAIL, N.C., May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blumenthal Holdings, LLC announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell substantially all the assets of Blumenthal Brands Integrated (BBI) to Blaster Holdings. With this transaction, Blaster acquires the right to market and sell the products under the GUNK, Liquid Wrench, and TiteSeal brands, as well as important product lines developed under private label.
For 98 years, the Blumenthal family of businesses has been committed to building brands and developing innovative and specialty product solutions for DIYers and professionals in markets around the world. This transaction is an opportunity to see these great brands continue to grow for years to come. "I am proud of the work the BBI team has done over the last few years accelerating innovation and building out the pipeline of new products to complement the staples that tradesmen & women have sought by name for decades, and this deal will allow that work to be fully realized," said President & CEO Mike Guggenheimer. He added, "Blaster has long been a respected player in our markets and has both the manufacturing and marketing capabilities to take these brands to the next level."
The transaction is expected to close on June 1 and the companies will immediately begin the process of fully transitioning the business to Blaster's operations. This transition is expected to last much of 2022 as the two companies work to ensure minimal disruption for all stakeholders.
Blumenthal Holdings plans to refocus strategically around the RSC Bio Solutions business, a green tech company serving large marine and industrial fleets operating in sensitive environments. "The drive to decarbonize in markets like the shipping industry coupled with increasing worldwide demand for solutions that help improve sustainability metrics is a significant opportunity," said Guggenheimer. "RSC Bio is positioned to address this need with its unique and high-performance technology."
Blumenthal Brands Integrated is a wholly owned subsidiary of Blumenthal Holdings based in Indian Trail, NC. Its primary business revolves around building innovative, market-leading brands for professional, industrial, and DIY applications by focusing on the end-users' needs first. BBI is best known for its brands GUNK, LIQUID WRENCH, and TITESEAL, which have been trusted in the market for decades.
B'laster Holdings has a portfolio of strong brands that consumers rely on to get the job done. With a legacy going back to 1957 with the invention of their #1 selling penetrant, PB B'laster, the Company prides itself on serving its customers with flexibility, while being a fun, people-focused place to work. Its brands include B'laster, AC Avalanche and Casite.
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GLEN ALLEN, Va., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glaucoma, one of the world's leading causes of irreversible blindness, is expected to affect an estimated 120 million by 2040, globally. Treatment options for managing Referable Glaucoma - a stage where immediate treatment improves prognosis, exist, but a simple test to screen has been elusive. Today, the only way to detect is through complex investigations often requiring multiple devices handled by Glaucoma Specialists.
Remidio Inc, alongside Aravind Eye Hospital (AEH), Pondicherry, and Narayana Nethralaya (NN), Bangalore, announced the results of a landmark clinical trial that can help revolutionize the detection of Referable Glaucoma.
The integrated solution provides an instant report in contexts where there are no specialists. It consists of Remidio's Fundus on Phone, an imaging device that captures images of the retina without pupil dilation, and Remidio's Medios Referable Glaucoma AI, an integrated offline AI algorithm that requires no internet for inferencing.
The AI looks beyond the cup-to-disc ratio and detects structural changes in the optic nerve head and surrounding retinal nerve fiber layer, critical regions typically assessed by glaucoma specialists during clinical examination with an expensive device called Optical Coherence Tomography.
This video shows how technology can screen for Referable Glaucoma in 15 seconds.
The diagnostic performance of the AI was validated in a first-ever prospective study conducted simultaneously at a tertiary eye care center, NN, and in last-mile access contexts, Vision Centers (VCs) of AEH.
Among the 237 study subjects at NN, the AI results were compared against the current standard of care, wherein Glaucoma specialists provided the final diagnosis following a comprehensive work-up. The algorithm demonstrated a high sensitivity of 93.5% (95% CI: 87.1-96.8%) to detect Referable Glaucoma with a specificity of 85.4% (95% CI: 78.3-90.4%). The recall for 'no glaucoma' was also high at 94.7% (95% CI: 87.1-97.9%) with a minimal overcall of normal subjects.
Dr. Rohit Shetty, Vice Chairman at NN, said, "Our clinical study at NN shows that AI can bring much-needed objectivity in glaucoma screening, especially in contexts where no specialists are present. We also see the power of AI to be used in applications as diverse as outreach screening to personalized care."
In the multi-center study at AEH, among the 299 subjects evaluated at the VCs by residents, 70 were referred to the base hospital. Early results demonstrated a sensitivity of 91.30% (95% CI: 79.2-97.5%) and specificity of 91.67% (95% CI: 73-98.9%). The AI detected Referable Glaucoma with a higher sensitivity than the residents and reduced the number of over-referrals.
The integrated solution holds promise as an easily deployable tool to detect Referable Glaucoma as the results seen in a tertiary eye care center are also seen in last-mile screening contexts.
Dr. R. Venkatesh, Chief Medical Officer at AEH, said, "AI has helped overcome the challenges often presented with Glaucoma screening in the outreach. The reporting of fundus images has gotten much faster and more reliable with AI. It has great promise in VCs as a clinical decision tool for residents to improve their diagnostic consistency."
Dr. Divya Rao, a Glaucoma specialist and Remidio's Medical Director, said, "Promising results show that our AI can empower healthcare workers and general ophthalmologists to make an objective screening diagnosis, specifically at centers lacking sophisticated diagnostic equipment."
Remidio is an innovative ISO 13485-certified medical device company that seeks to impact preventable blindness by creating accessible technologies that are smart and simple to use. Remidio's CE marked, and FDA 510k registered medical devices have helped screen and impact more than 7.5 million patients in 15 countries globally.
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OSLO, Norway, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chief Executive Officer, Patrick Schorn, of Borr Drilling Limited (the "Company") (NYSE and OSE: BORR) will present at the Barclays CEO Energy-Power Conference in New York City today, Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at 1:15 pm EDT.
A copy of the presentation to be held is available on the Company's website at www.borrdrilling.com and enclosed to this release.
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Published: Apr. 1, 2022 at 6:01 AM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
Bosch Rexroth Appoints Company as an Exclusive Partner of Midwest Areas
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 1, 2022/PRNewswire/ -- The latest threshold has been surpassed in the partnership between Morrell Group and Bosch Rexroth. Effective today, Morrell will welcome new companies across the Midwest after Bosch Rexroth appointed them as their exclusive partner in the states of Minnesota, Iowa, and the Dakotas.
Morrell Group serves as an Engineering Partner, Systems Integrator, and Value-Added Distributor (ESV) to all companies with which they work. Within the new territories, their ESV strategy will be implemented in the area of mobile hydraulics and controls, where the focus will be on the off-highway sector. Morrell will provide industry-leading prowess and resources to supply integrated solutions for propulsion, actuation, optimization, and electrification technologies.
The appointment is just the latest development in the 45-year history between the two companies. This may come as no surprise when looking at the steady stream of innovations and cutting-edge solutions Morrell continues to bring to the industry. However, much of the partnership's longevity stems from the exceptional level of service and support Morrell provides.
On Wednesday, March 23, Morrell was recognized by Bosch Rexroth and awarded the "Certified Excellence Sales Partner" Status, which Morrell received certifications in four separate categories, one of which being Mobile Hydraulics. Morrell Group became one of the first U.S.-based companies to receive the distinction.
"Being awarded the status was an honor, especially from such an admirable industry leader and partner," said Mark Garrett, President, and Co-Owner of Morrell Group. "With the new territories, we've been provided an opportunity to showcase exactly why we received such a distinguishment. It's time to execute."
Morrell Group has doubled its midwestern presence as the new territories join Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, with Ontario neighboring the region.
"When you look at some of the companies we get to work with, their engineering is truly amazing and inspiring," shared Mark Majewski, Co-Owner and Executive Vice President. "Connecting with these companies is what it's all about. Providing them with a dedicated and talented team that understands their industry and needs is how we're best able to offer solutions."
Several years ago, Morrell Group made a massive shift, dividing the company into two silos aligned with the Industrial and Mobile Industries. Majewski added, "Companies want partners who understand what they do and add value to their present and future endeavors. In our position, confining ourselves to acting only as a distributor simply wasn't enough. Collaboration is the way of the future."
About Morrell Group
For more than 40 years, Morrell Group has been a leading Engineering Partner, Systems Integrator, and Value-Added Distributor of advanced motion control solutions for industrial and mobile applications.
Using industry-leading components, our application specialists leverage product and industry knowledge to provide custom-engineered solutions for automation, controls, tightening, conveyors, pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, and lubrication applications. Morrell offers real-time managed inventory, quick ship programs, 24/7 customer support, engineering, prototyping, sizing, print review, and turnkey solutions. The company has eight locations servicing eight states throughout the Midwest — Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, and the Dakotas — as well as Ontario, Canada.
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WOODLAND HILLS, Calif., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fortuna General Insurance Agency, a long-time client of gotoPremiumFinance, a subsidiary of Input 1, has selected Input 1's payment platform to process digital payments for their agents.
Fortuna searched for a payment platform that would bring them another step closer to full digital transformation. Their two main goals were to strategically upgrade their payment collection capabilities by offering a way for their agents to pay using digital methods without incurring any costs to Fortuna while also strengthening their commitment to protecting the privacy of their customers by removing sensitive financial data from their system, relieving them of PCI compliance. Input 1 Payments solidly achieves those goals and seamlessly integrates into Fortuna's existing systems.
"We are pleased to expand our relationship with Fortuna by providing their customers with the best possible payment experience," said Chris Farfaras, Executive Vice President of Input 1. "Input 1 Payments continues to lead the insurance industry with its secure, low code/no code design that seamlessly ties into existing customer websites or core systems. Input 1's unmatched pricing model accelerates implementation timelines while removing setup and monthly maintenance costs." Input 1 Payments is PCI compliant, and Input 1 is SOC level I & II audited for security and sensitive information.
"Input 1 Payments was the best-fit payment solution for Fortuna because their offerings met the ease-of-use, security, and service expectations we needed," said Chris Baker, CIC, President of Fortuna. "We needed to simplify our back-office operations and reduce related expenses by transitioning away from processing paper checks. Input 1 has been a trusted partner for years. Their Payments offering is top-notch, is easily integrated with our existing system, and helps keep payments current with messaging to our agents for easy and timely payment processing. Fortuna's customers are happy, our back-office operations are more streamlined, and our bottom-line is improved with Input 1 Payments."
About Fortuna General Insurance Agency
Fortuna General Insurance Agency is a privately owned independent wholesaler and one of the fastest-growing insurance distributors nationwide. Their vast network of exclusive carriers means they can provide a competitive solution for nearly every commercial risk from preferred to hard-to-place. Their growth is propelled by their commitment to superior service and a knowledge of what is required to get the business on the books.
Since 1984, Input 1 has provided digital billing and payment solutions to insurance carriers, MGAs, banks, agencies, and premium finance companies located throughout North America. The company's insurance software and cloud billing and payment solutions provide online access to more than one million agents, brokers, and policyholders annually.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EARI Beverage Group (OTC:EARI), a diversified beverage and media group, today announced the appointment of Joel Kleinfeld as Chief Operating Officer. With over forty years of experience, Kleinfeld is a proven business leader and sales executive who has a history of creating success, implementing innovative strategies and opportunities, driving substantial sales and revenue growth, streamlining processes, and reducing costs.
"We are delighted to have Joel onboard with us and have the utmost confidence in his ability to grow and consolidate our strategic business units and portfolio of brands. Joel assumes responsibility for supply chain, manufacturing, and sales, focusing on driving the efficiencies and profitability for the group," commented CEO, Bernard Rubin.
Previously, Kleinfeld held the position of President over a twenty year span at MJC, an industry leading retail clothing line, where he grew and ran the product portfolio, generating a consistent $60 Million in annual sales while managing over one hundred employees who worked at offices in California, New York, Illinois and China. At MJC, Kleinfeld also negotiated agreements with over forty licensors, including Coke, Dr. Seuss, Guinness, NFL, Anheuser Busch, AC/DC, Pink Floyd, and The Rolling Stones.
From 2014 to 2016, Joel served as Executive Vice President at Mad Engine LLC, where he developed strong relationships with Fortune 500 retailers, including Wal-Mart, Target, Kohl's, and Fred Meyer, as well as negotiated and secured multi-year license deals with Star Wars, Marvel, and Coke, which boosted sales from $0 to $12M within two years.
Most recently, Joel served as President at Hemp2o, a fast-growing beverage company focused on hemp-infused waters.
"This is a very exciting time to be in the Beverage Space and EARI has a great portfolio of brands including Heritage Brands like New York Seltzer and Cock N Bull with great history behind them. We have an impressive sales team with a wealth of experience and strong relationships with both our Retail and Distributor Partners. I am looking forward to driving the success and growth across the entire EARI network," said Joel Kleinfeld.
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The Company trades on OTC Markets with the symbol, EARI and is a diversified beverage and media group, with a portfolio of brands in the hand-crafted spirit and functional drinks categories, covering "Craft Soda, Craft Beer, and Craft Spirits". In addition, the company also owns media streaming platforms with proprietary AR/AI/VR technology that can be used to promote the beverage brands.
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New 18mm Lens is LUMIX's fifth addition to F1.8 series based on L-mount System Standard and Fits the S5, LUMIX's smallest full-frame model
NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is pleased to introduce a new large-aperture ultra-wide fixed focal length lens, the LUMIX S 18mm F1.8 (S-S18), as the fifth addition to the series of F1.8 large-aperture lenses based on the L-Mount system standard. The large-aperture LUMIX S 18mm F1.8 (S-S18) boasts high optical performance passing the quality standard of professional use despite its compact size. Ultra-wide 18mm perspective provides versatile ways of use at different shooting distances. In a long shot, it captures more foreground or background elements to deliver a dynamic impression into the image. It is possible to add artistic expression to the foreground subject using rich perspective by shooting from a short distance.
A total of five F1.8 fixed focal length lenses from the LUMIX S Series including the 85mm (S-S85), 50mm (S-S50), 35mm (S-S35), 24mm (S-S24) and the new 18mm (S-S18) lens feature a common size and position of control parts to provide practical advantages in use. The center of gravity of these lenses is almost the same so that it is easy to exchange lenses quickly with minimum balance adjustment when the camera is on a gimbal. Common filters can also be used thanks to the same diameter. The descriptive performance of these lenses is also consistent. Covering virtually any framing and composition, use of these five LUMIX S F1.8 fixed focal length lenses will suffice for filmmaking with minimum workflow and post-production process.
The LUMIX S 18mm F1.8 is comprised of thirteen lens elements in twelve groups including three aspherical lenses, three ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) lenses, one UED (Ultra Extra-Low Dispersion) lens and one UHR (Ultra High Refractive Index) lens. The use of three aspherical lenses realizes both high descriptive performance and beautiful bokeh, which are common advantages to the series of all F1.8 lenses. The three ED lenses effectively suppress chromatic aberration. It is suitable for versatile situations including landscapes, astrophotography and architecture photography taking advantage of the ultra wide angle of view. It can also be used for close-up shots thanks to the minimum focusing distance of 0.18m.
The LUMIX S 18mm F1.8 is capable of smooth, silent operation to work with the camera's high-speed, high-precision contrast AF system with the sensor drive at max.240 fps. For the non-linear setting, focus is shifted with a variable amount according to the rotation speed of the focus ring while focus is shifted with a designated amount according to the rotational quantum of the focus ring for the linear setting. Sensitivity (the amount of focus shift per rotational quantum) can be selected from 90 to 360 degrees by 30 degrees to enable intended focus operation*1. The LUMIX S 18mm F1.8 also excels in video recording performance with a mechanism that suppresses focus breathing, which was a fatal problem of all interchangeable lenses designed for still image photography. Together with a micro-step aperture control for smooth exposure change, professional quality video can be recorded.
With its approximately 12-ounce compact size and light weight, the LUMIX S 18mm F1.8 features stunning mobility to fit the S5, LUMIX's smallest full-frame model. The rugged dust/splash-resistant*2 design withstands use under harsh conditions even at 14 degrees Fahrenheit for high mobility. The filter diameter is 67 mm, with a 9-blade circular aperture diaphragm.
Panasonic and L-Mount system alliance is committed to the development of L-Mount lenses for the further expansion of its lineup to fulfill the needs of customers.
*1 The maximum sensitivity differs by camera model, from 1080 degrees on BS1H (as of September 2022) .
*2 Dust and Splash Resistant does not guarantee that damage will not occur if this lens is subjected to direct contact with dust and water.
- L-Mount is a trademark or registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
- Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
About Panasonic Corporation of North America
Newark, NJ-based Panasonic Corporation of North America is a leading provider of Consumer Lifestyle technologies, as well as innovative Smart Mobility, Sustainable Energy, Immersive Experiences, and Integrated Supply Chain solutions. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Holdings Corporation. One of Interbrand's Top 100 Best Global Brands of 2021, Panasonic is a leading technology partner and integrator to businesses, government agencies and consumers across the region. Learn more about Panasonic's ideas and innovations at na.panasonic.com/us
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Feel the thrill of 'going electric' at North America's Largest Electric Vehicle Festival
LONG ISLAND, N.Y., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Electrify Expo, North America's largest electric-vehicle festival, is making its third stop on its national tour in New York, Saturday, August 27 through Sunday, August 28, at the Nassau Coliseum. The outdoor festival offers attendees the chance to demo the world's leading brands in EV technology and mobility from electric cars, e-bikes, e-motorcycles, e-skateboards, e-scooters, and more.
Attendees will experience approximately 1 million square feet of exhibits and test rides, as well as learn about EV technology and charging. Brands like BMW, Chrysler, Kia, Lexus, Polestar, Volvo, Volkswagen, and Harley-Davidson's Livewire will be on-site, as well as iconic bike brands like Specialized, SUPER73, and others. Multiple demo courses offer attendees the opportunity to feel the thrill of electric vehicles. The family-friendly festival also includes the Hover-1 Kids Zone with test rides for New York's adrenaline-chasing youth.
As New York legislators continue to push for 100% electric vehicle sales by 2035, consumers are looking for an interactive way to test multiple products before they buy. According to Consumer Reports, the biggest barrier to EV adoption is simply the opportunity to test drive them. As the premier North American festival for testing the latest in electric vehicles and e-mobility, Electrify Expo answers this problem with fun, meaningful test drives that convince consumers to jump into electric vehicles of all kinds. With more than 70,000+ demo rides expected and 125,000+ e-curious consumers estimated to attend the five-stop tour in 2022, consumers can expect a fun-filled day of experiencing electric vehicles of all types.
To register for a press pass to attend Electrify Expo, you are invited to apply here https://www.electrifyexpo.com/exhibits-press#Press
Electrify Expo is North America's largest outdoor electric vehicle festival showcasing the latest electric vehicles and products, including EVs, e-motorcycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards, e-boats, e-surfboards, and more from top brands around the world. The festival addresses one of the most challenging barriers to mass adoption of electric vehicles with meaningful hands-on experiences, demonstrations, and test rides. Electrify Expo meets the soaring demand for companies to share new technologies, new modes of mobility and put products in the hands of consumers in a meaningful way. Electrify Expo will feature more than 1M+ square feet of exhibit space in Los Angeles County, Seattle, New York, Miami, and Austin.
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A Roof that is in Great Shape Can Help Keep the Temperature and Humidity Inside the Home or Business Stable and Comfortable When the Mercury Starts to Rise
MOORESVILLE, N.C., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The founders of the Mooresville roofing company Ultimate Roofing, Inc. know firsthand how much a roof can impact the safety and comfort of those who live or work inside the home or business.
This understanding inspired them to post a blog that lists the seven reasons why people should get a Mooresville roof inspection.
To learn more, please visit https://ultimateroofinginc.com/7-reasons-you-need-a-mooresville-roof-inspection-before-summer/.
As the blog noted, a roof plays a significant role in keeping the temperature and humidity in a home or business comfortable. In order to ensure that the roof will continue to perform this important task as the temperatures heat up, Ultimate Roofing's roof inspectors are ready, willing and able to check area roofs.
"You can expect to get 20 years or more of service from your roof, with regular roofing inspections and roof repair when needed," the blog noted, adding that Ultimate Roofing works with most types of roofs including asphalt shingles, cedar shake, green shingle, slate tile and wood shake.
Another reason roofs should be inspected before summer is because weather and storm damage is hard to spot from the ground. Roofs are under a great deal of stress, so hiring a professional to get up on the roof and inspect it thoroughly is a wise idea.
"It is easier, and by far cheaper, to perform small repair services during a routine inspection than it is to deploy an entire team on an emergency basis for a complete tear-off and rebuild of a roof that's been neglected for too long and suffers a catastrophic failure," the blog noted.
Ultimate Roofing is Mooresville's roofing contractor of choice, also servicing the greater Charlotte metro area for all sorts of residential and commercial roofing tasks. Whether people need a roofing contractor for a new construction project, spot repairs or tear-offs on existing roof, or a complete rehab of a damaged or aged roof, Ultimate Roofing is here to help. For more information, please visit https://ultimateroofinginc.com/.
Ultimate Roofing, Inc.
710 North Broad St, Unit 24
Mooresville, NC 28115
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Presented by Toyota Motor North America and AARP, Event Will Honor the Honorable Rev. Jesse Jackson, Ms Opal Lee, Missy Elliott, Alena Analeigh, Devon Henry, David 'Oggi' Ogburn, Tiffany Cross and more
WASHINGTON, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a two-year hiatus from virtual productions, the Café Mocha Network announced today that the 2022 Salute THEM Awards 'My HBCU joy' will return to an in-person celebration on Tuesday, October 18. Presented by Toyota Motor North America and AARP, the event will be held at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) in Washington, D.C. for an evening of celebration, interactive award recognition and musical performances.
The evening will bring together Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) enthusiasts to honor the rich history of the 102 HBCUs whose graduates are transforming the world as we know it today. Honorees includes:
- Civil rights icon and North Carolina A&T alumnus, the Rev. Jesse Jackson
- Grammy Award winner Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott
- Mother of Juneteenth holiday Ms. Opal Lee
- 13-year-old Alena Analeigh, the youngest Black person to be accepted into medical school
- Construction company owner Devon Henry (Norfolk State University), whose company was contracted to remove Confederate monuments in Virginia
- Photographer historian David 'Oggi' Ogburn (Howard University)
- Champion for diversity Nicole Tinson (Dillard University), CEO of HBCU 20x20
- Dynamic media duo Shante Bacon (Hampton University) and Saptosa Foster (Spelman College)
- Journalist and host of the Cross Connection on MSNBC Tiffany Cross (Clark Atlanta University)
Renowned actor and activist Lamman Rucker ("Greenleaf") will co-host the awards with Café Mocha Radio hosts Angelique Perrin, YoYo and Loni Love saluting the evening honorees. The evening will begin with a special reception hosted by Toyota Motor North America in recognition of their support of the Century In The Making exhibit and AARP will highlight their work of the 'Divine 9' historically Greek-lettered organizations. Attendees will be invited to 'represent' their institutions' spirit with their attire.
"Amplifying the achievements of some of our brightest leaders is more than a celebration–it's a way to honor and inspire the next generation," said Alva Adams-Mason, Group Manager, Toyota Social Innovation.
Howard University alumna and Salute THEM Awards Creator/Executive Producer, Sheila Eldridge states "My HBCU Joy' is the only awards program that honors the contributions of HBCU graduates and reflects the unique experience of attending an HBCU, providing the love, the life lessons and relationships that last a lifetime."
AARP has maintained a long-standing partnership supporting the work of the Divine 9. Through sponsorships of national and local conferences and forums that educate on caregiving, savings and planning, and mental health, AARP celebrates their commitment to education, advocacy, philanthropy and service to the community.
"As part of our commitment to serve Black Americans age 50 and over and celebrate their lives as they age, AARP is excited to reunite with Café Mocha to salute incredible alumni and organizations who contribute to the rich legacies of HBCUs," said Shani Hosten, AARP Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
The 2022 Salute THEM Awards 'My HBCU Joy', presented by Toyota Motor North America and AARP, serves to support the Mocha Cares Foundation, which empowers women and children in local shelters through mentorship programs to combat homelessness and domestic violence.
From Cheyney University's distinction as America's first institution of higher learning, to the rebirth of Morris Brown College, there is no better time than now to 'salute' revered HBCU institutions and the graduates who continue to make a profound impact on the world. Now in its 12th year, the Salute THEM Awards 'My HBCU Joy' is a part of Café Mocha's annual 'Saluting Our Culture' award series that honors the full spectrum of the African American experience.
Media coverage and RSVP at www.SaluteTHEMAwards.com.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Avalara, Inc. ("Avalara" or the "Company") (NYSE: AVLR), in connection with the proposed acquisition of the Company by Vista Equity Partners. Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive $93.50 in cash for each share of Avalara common stock owned. The transaction is valued at approximately $8.4 billion.
If you own Avalara shares and wish to discuss this investigation or have any questions concerning this notice or your rights or interests, visit our website:
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Weiss Law is investigating whether (i) Avalara's board of directors acted in the best interests of Company shareholders in agreeing to the proposed transaction, (ii) the $93.50 per-share merger consideration adequately compensates Avalara's shareholders, and (iii) all information regarding the sales process and valuation of the transaction will be fully and fairly disclosed. Notably, the merger consideration is below the $110 median price target set by analysts, and at least one analyst set a price target for the Company of $165 per share, $71.50 above the per-share merger consideration.
Weiss Law has litigated hundreds of stockholder class and derivative actions for violations of corporate and fiduciary duties. We have recovered over a billion dollars for defrauded clients and obtained important corporate governance relief in many of these cases. If you have information or would like legal advice concerning possible corporate wrongdoing (including insider trading, waste of corporate assets, accounting fraud, or materially misleading information), consumer fraud (including false advertising, defective products, or other deceptive business practices), or anti-trust violations, please email us at stockinfo@weisslawllp.com
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CHICAGO, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marquette National Corporation (OTCQX: MNAT) today reported a year-to-date net loss of $8.6 million compared to net income of $9.9 million for the first six months of 2021. Earnings per share for the first six months of 2022 were a loss of $1.97 per share, as compared to income of $2.24 per share for the same period in 2021.
At June 30, 2022, total assets were $2.084 billion, a decrease of $10 million, or 1%, compared to $2.094 billion at December 31, 2021. Total loans increased by $44 million, or 3%, to $1.308 billion compared to $1.264 billion at the end of 2021. Total deposits increased by $26 million, or 2%, to $1.765 billion compared to $1.739 billion at the end of 2021.
Paul M. McCarthy, Chairman & CEO, said, "the subsidiary bank continued to perform well, with 2022 earnings similar to the comparable period in 2021. The primary reason for the decrease in consolidated earnings was a decline in the value of the parent company's equity portfolio in 2022."
For further information on the current financial results, see the consolidated financial statements that are available at https://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/MNAT/disclosure.
Marquette National Corporation is a diversified financial holding company and the parent of Marquette Bank, a full-service, community bank that serves the financial needs of communities in Chicagoland. The Bank has 21 branches located in: Chicago, Bolingbrook, Bridgeview, Evergreen Park, Hickory Hills, Lemont, New Lenox, Oak Forest, Oak Lawn, Orland Park, Romeoville, Summit and Tinley Park, Illinois.
Special Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
This document contains, and future oral and written statements of the Company and its management may contain, forward-looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business of the Company. Forward-looking statements, which may be based upon beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the Company's management and on information currently available to management, are generally identifiable by the use of words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "intend," "estimate," "may," "will," "would," "could," "should" or other similar expressions. A number of factors, many of which are beyond the ability of the Company to control or predict, could cause actual results to differ materially from those in its forward-looking statements. These factors include, among others, the following: (i) the strength of the local, state, national and international economies(including the effects of inflationary pressures and supply chain constraints); (ii) the economic impact of any future terrorist threats and attacks, widespread disease or pandemics (including the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States), acts of war or other threats thereof, or other adverse external events that could cause economic deterioration or instability in credit markets, and the response of the local, state and national governments to any such adverse external events; (iii) changes in accounting policies and practices (including as a result of the future implementation of the current expected credit loss (CECL) impairment standards, that will change how the Company estimates credit losses); (iv) changes in state and federal laws, regulations and governmental policies concerning the Company's general business; (v) changes in interest rates and prepayment rates of the Company's assets (including the impact of LIBOR phase-out); (vi) increased competition in the financial services sector and the inability to attract new customers; (vii) the economic impact of exceptional weather occurrences such as tornadoes, floods and blizzards; (viii) changes in technology and the ability to develop and maintain secure and reliable electronic systems; (ix) the loss of key executives or employees; (x) changes in consumer spending; and (xi) unexpected outcomes of existing or new litigation involving the Company. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Additionally, all statements in this document, including forward-looking statements, speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any statement in light of new information or future events.
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PHILADELPHIA, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Propeller, Inc., a high-growth insurtech MGA specializing in surety bonds, has signed an agreement with SIAA, the largest alliance of independent insurance agencies in the U.S., to serve as a surety partner to their member agencies through the SIAA MarketFinder portal. The alliance writes over $10.8B in total written premium annually.
Aaron Steffey, the Founder and Chief Growth Officer, stated, "We are extremely grateful for the opportunity SIAA is providing us. We plan to empower their member agencies with a robust surety offering including access to markets, technology, and surety personnel. This partnership is very validating for us, as SIAA works very hard to source the best offerings for their member agencies. The fact that they chose us says a lot and is very humbling."
The partnership focuses on delivering Propeller's proprietary, white-labeled (URL) technology to agents and brokers, allowing the surety bond process to become fully automated from application to billing and issuance. Propeller onboards agents in minutes for free, with no premium requirements. This gives agents a bolt-on surety department overnight, equipping them with industry-leading technology, market access, and expertise. SIAA member agencies can expect to write transactional surety bonds instantly with no friction while leveraging the Propeller markets and team to place more complex risks.
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"We are excited to partner with Propeller Bonds whose leading-edge platform will help our member agencies access the surety market faster and more easily," said Jeff Holmes, Chief Operating Officer at SIAA. "Putting this access at our members fingertips will help them grow, round, and retain accounts."
The SIAA and Propeller Bonds rollout commenced July 13th.
Propeller Inc. is an insurtech MGA/MGU equipped with a proprietary instant issue surety bond platform. The platform currently houses nearly 6,000 instant issue surety bonds, with thousands more to be added by the end of 2022. Propeller private labels the platform for agencies, allowing agents to either purchase bonds for clients or by empowering clients to self-service. Agents are compensated for all purchases via their unique site link. The company partners with highly respected "A" rated carriers.
SIAA (Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance) is a national alliance of independent insurance agencies generating hundreds of millions in new premium business annually. SIAA is dedicated to the creation, retention, growth, and evolution of the independent insurance agency distribution system. To learn more about SIAA, visit siaa.com.
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- Nuvaxovid™ is now authorized in the EU for use in adults aged 18 and older as a booster regardless of previous vaccine history
GAITHERSBURG, Md., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, today announced that the European Commission (EC) has approved the expanded conditional marketing authorization (CMA) of Nuvaxovid™ (NVX-CoV2373) COVID-19 vaccine in the European Union (EU) as a homologous and heterologous booster for active immunization to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) for adults aged 18 and older. The approval follows the recommendation made by the European Medicines Agency's Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use on September 1, 2022.
"We are pleased to offer the first protein-based vaccine as both a primary series and booster in the European Union," said Stanley C. Erck, President and Chief Executive Officer, Novavax. "As we continue to explore best practices for managing COVID-19 long term, we have ongoing trials further exploring Nuvaxovid's efficacy and safety as a booster and preclinical data has indicated that our vaccine induces immune response against Omicron variants, including BA.4/5."
The expanded CMA was based on data from Novavax' Phase 2 trial conducted in Australia, from a separate Phase 2 trial conducted in South Africa, and from the UK-sponsored COV-BOOST trial. As part of the Phase 2 trials, a single booster dose of Nuvaxovid was administered to healthy adult participants approximately six months after their primary two-dose vaccination series of Nuvaxovid. The third dose produced increased immune responses comparable to or exceeding levels associated with protection in Phase 3 clinical trials. In the COV-BOOST trial, Nuvaxovid induced a robust antibody response when used as a heterologous third booster dose.
In the Novavax-sponsored trials, following the booster, local and systemic reactions were generally short-lived with a median duration of approximately two days. The incidence of Grade 3 or higher events remained relatively low. Safety reporting of reactogenicity events showed an increasing incidence across all three doses of Nuvaxovid, reflecting the increased immunogenicity seen with a third dose. Medically attended adverse events (AE), potentially immune-mediated medical conditions, and severe AEs occurred infrequently following the booster dose and were balanced between vaccine and placebo groups.
Nuvaxovid has also been authorized in Japan, Australia, and New Zealand as a booster in adults aged 18 and older and is actively under review in other markets.
The EC previously granted CMA for Nuvaxovid to prevent COVID-19 in adults aged 18 and older in December 2021. Additionally, the EC granted expanded CMA for Nuvaxovid to prevent COVID-19 in adolescents aged 12 through 17 in July 2022.
Trade Name in the U.S.
The trade name Nuvaxovid™ has not yet been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Important Safety Information
- Nuvaxovid is contraindicated in persons who have a hypersensitivity to the active substance, or to any of the excipients.
- Events of anaphylaxis have been reported with administration of COVID-19 vaccines. Appropriate medical treatment and supervision should be available in case of an anaphylactic reaction following the administration of the vaccine. Close observation for at least 15 minutes is recommended and a second dose of the vaccine should not be given to those who have experienced anaphylaxis to the first dose of Nuvaxovid.
- Anxiety-related reactions, including vasovagal reactions (syncope), hyperventilation, or stress‐related reactions may occur in association with vaccination as a psychogenic response to the needle injection. It is important that precautions are in place to avoid injury from fainting.
- Vaccination should be postponed in individuals suffering from an acute severe febrile illness or acute infection. The presence of a minor infection and/or low-grade fever should not delay vaccination.
- Nuvaxovid should be given with caution in individuals receiving anticoagulant therapy or those with thrombocytopenia or any coagulation disorder (such as haemophilia) because bleeding or bruising may occur following an intramuscular administration in these individuals.
- The efficacy of Nuvaxovid may be lower in immunosuppressed individuals.
- Administration of Nuvaxovid in pregnancy should only be considered when the potential benefits outweigh any potential risks for the mother and foetus.
- The effects with Nuvaxovid may temporarily affect the ability to drive or use machines.
- Individuals may not be fully protected until seven days after their second dose. As with all vaccines, vaccination with Nuvaxovid may not protect all vaccine recipients.
- The most common adverse reactions observed during clinical studies were headache, nausea or vomiting, myalgia, arthralgia, injection site tenderness/pain, fatigue, and malaise.
For more information on Nuvaxovid, including the Summary of Product Characteristics with Package Leaflet, adverse event reporting instructions, or to request additional information, please visit the following websites:
About Nuvaxovid™ (NVX-CoV2373)
Nuvaxovid is a protein-based vaccine engineered from the genetic sequence of the first strain of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. The vaccine was created using Novavax' recombinant nanoparticle technology to generate antigen derived from the coronavirus spike (S) protein and is formulated with Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M™ adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies. Nuvaxovid contains purified protein antigen and can neither replicate, nor can it cause COVID-19.
Nuvaxovid is packaged as a ready-to-use liquid formulation in a vial containing ten doses. The vaccination regimen calls for two 0.5 ml doses (5 mcg antigen and 50 mcg Matrix-M adjuvant) given intramuscularly 21 days apart. The vaccine is stored at 2°- 8° Celsius, enabling the use of existing vaccine supply and cold chain channels. Use of the vaccine should be in accordance with official recommendations.
Novavax has established partnerships for the manufacture, commercialization, and distribution of Nuvaxovid worldwide. Existing authorizations leverage Novavax' manufacturing partnership with Serum Institute of India, the world's largest vaccine manufacturer by volume. They will later be supplemented with data from additional manufacturing sites throughout Novavax' global supply chain.
About the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine (NVX-CoV2373) Phase 3 Trials
The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine (NVX-CoV2373) continues being evaluated in two pivotal Phase 3 trials.
PREVENT-19 (the PRE-fusion protein subunit Vaccine Efficacy Novavax Trial | COVID-19) is a 2:1 randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded trial to evaluate the efficacy, safety and immunogenicity of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine with Matrix-M adjuvant in 29,960 participants 18 years of age and over in 119 locations in the U.S. and Mexico. The primary endpoint for PREVENT-19 was the first occurrence of PCR-confirmed symptomatic (mild, moderate or severe) COVID-19 with onset at least seven days after the second dose in serologically negative (to SARS-CoV-2) adult participants at baseline. The statistical success criterion included a lower bound of 95% CI >30%. A secondary endpoint was the prevention of PCR-confirmed, symptomatic moderate or severe COVID-19. Both endpoints were assessed at least seven days after the second study vaccination in volunteers who had not been previously infected with SARS-CoV-2. In the trial, the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine achieved 90.4% efficacy overall. It was generally well-tolerated and elicited a robust antibody response after the second dose in both studies. Full results of the trial were published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM).
The pediatric expansion of PREVENT-19 is a 2:1 randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded trial to evaluate the safety, effectiveness, and efficacy of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine with Matrix-M adjuvant in 2,247 adolescent participants 12 to 17 years of age in 73 locations in the United States, compared with placebo. In the pediatric trial, the vaccine achieved its primary effectiveness endpoint (non-inferiority of the neutralizing antibody response compared to young adult participants 18 through 25 years of age from PREVENT-19) and demonstrated 80% efficacy overall at a time when the Delta variant of concern was the predominant circulating strain in the U.S. Additionally, immune responses were about two-to-three-fold higher in adolescents than in adults against all variants studied.
Additionally, a trial conducted in the U.K. with 14,039 participants aged 18 years and over was designed as a randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded study and achieved overall efficacy of 89.7%. The primary endpoint was based on the first occurrence of PCR-confirmed symptomatic (mild, moderate or severe) COVID-19 with onset at least seven days after the second study vaccination in serologically negative (to SARS-CoV-2) adult participants at baseline. Full results of the trial were published in NEJM.
About Matrix-M™ Adjuvant
Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M adjuvant has demonstrated a potent and well-tolerated effect by stimulating the entry of antigen-presenting cells into the injection site and enhancing antigen presentation in local lymph nodes, boosting immune response.
About Novavax
Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) is a biotechnology company that promotes improved health globally through the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative vaccines to prevent serious infectious diseases. The company's proprietary recombinant technology platform harnesses the power and speed of genetic engineering to efficiently produce highly immunogenic nanoparticles designed to address urgent global health needs. The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, has received authorization from multiple regulatory authorities globally, including the U.S., EC and the World Health Organization. The vaccine is currently under review by multiple regulatory agencies worldwide, including for additional indications and populations such as adolescents and as a booster. In addition to its COVID-19 vaccine, Novavax is also currently evaluating its COVID-19-Influenza Combination vaccine candidate in a Phase 1/2 clinical trial, its quadrivalent influenza investigational vaccine candidate, and is also evaluating an Omicron strain-based vaccine (NVX-CoV2515) as well as a bivalent format Omicron-based / original strain-based vaccine. These vaccine candidates incorporate Novavax' proprietary saponin-based Matrix-M adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies.
For more information, visit www.novavax.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements herein relating to the future of Novavax, its operating plans and prospects, its partnerships, the timing of clinical trial results, the ongoing development of NVX-CoV2373, including an Omicron strain based vaccine and bivalent Omicron-based / original strain based vaccine, a COVID-seasonal influenza combination investigational vaccine candidate, the scope, timing and outcome of future regulatory filings and actions, including Novavax' plans to supplement existing authorizations with data from the additional manufacturing sites in Novavax' global supply chain, additional worldwide authorizations of NVX-CoV2373 for use in adults and adolescents, and as a booster, the potential impact and reach of Novavax and NVX-CoV2373 in addressing vaccine access, controlling the pandemic and protecting populations, the efficacy, safety intended utilization, and the expected administration of NVX-CoV2373 are forward-looking statements. Novavax cautions that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, challenges satisfying, alone or together with partners, various safety, efficacy, and product characterization requirements, including those related to process qualification and assay validation, necessary to satisfy applicable regulatory authorities; difficulty obtaining scarce raw materials and supplies; resource constraints, including human capital and manufacturing capacity, on the ability of Novavax to pursue planned regulatory pathways; unanticipated challenges or delays in conducting clinical trials; challenges meeting contractual requirements under agreements with multiple commercial, governmental, and other entities; and those other risk factors identified in the "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections of Novavax' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). We caution investors not to place considerable reliance on forward-looking statements contained in this press release. You are encouraged to read our filings with the SEC, available at www.sec.gov and www.novavax.com, for a discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date of this document, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any of the statements. Our business is subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, including those referenced above. Investors, potential investors, and others should give careful consideration to these risks and uncertainties.
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IRVINE, Calif., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) is pleased to announce their Junior Builders' one-day event for 10-15 year olds, in Costa Mesa, CA on July 14th. Children will shadow building industry professionals and participate in various building and design workshops, followed by a brainstorming and designing session of BIASC's 2023 Rose Parade(R) Float. This event will be hosted by Brookfield Residential, a national homebuilder.
BIASC created the first Jr. Builder program in 2019, designed to give young children the opportunity to learn more about the building industry with online home design contests and interaction with industry leaders. However, due to the COVID pandemic, the program remained dormant until a special announcement was recently presented to the Jr. Builder alumni to reconvene and assist with the upcoming Rose Parade presented by Honda.
"The Rose Parade is about creativity and imagination on one of the world's largest stages. As our industry looks to provide housing for the next generation, we thought the most talented people to provide us with a futuristic snapshot would be our next generation of homebuilders," said BIASC CEO Jeff Montejano.
This year's Jr. Builders' theme and concept piggybacks off BIASC's previous announcement of their participation in the 2023 Tournament of Roses(R) Parade in Pasadena, CA. BIASC has given complete concept and float design decisions to the Jr. Builder attendees. The Jr. Builders will craft verbal, written and artistic drawings that will be vetted through professional float designers. The builders will be working around the chosen theme for the 134th Rose Parade presented by Honda, "Turning The Corner," and will have the final say in overall design, colors and prop placement. The final theme and float concept will be determined by the Jr. Builders, and will be formally announced next month at an exclusive reception at Tournament House, joined by the Tournament of Roses President, UCLA and USC football alumni, and the region's most prestigious home builders on August 11th.
"There are many exciting monumental events happening in 2023 for the Building Industry of Southern California," said Wes Keusder, BIASC Centennial Rose Parade Co-Chairman. "We are embarking on our organization's centennial anniversary, participating in the world-famous Rose Parade and grabbing as many hands as we can to come and join in on our celebrations. It is the ideal time to look to the future and the next 100 years and give our youth the power to choose, while also building with environmental responsibilities in mind. We are here to start passing on our wisdom and learning from them at the same time."
BIASC holds an annual Jr. Builder summer camp that provides children with an opportunity to get hands-on experience while exploring many aspects of the home building business. This one-day camp event will teach participants about honoring the history and future of Southern California while learning about float design. All attendees will have the opportunity to help design the float. BIASC's participation in the 2023 Rose Parade has inspired the organization to incorporate Jr. Builders in this milestone experience, with many more soon-to-be-announced BIASC Rose Parade events to follow.
August 11th marks the unveiling of the chosen BIASC Rose Parade Float theme. To learn more please visit https://members.biasc.org/events/tournament-of-roses-house-exclusive-summer-reception .
The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) is the voice of the region's building industry, with four chapters offering localized services to building professionals from Ventura to the southern tip of Orange County. Throughout its 90-year history, the association has served its builder and associate members by anticipating, protecting and promoting their common interests through its many programs, services, councils and committees. For more information on the Building Industry Association of Southern California, visit https://biasc.org/.
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-Consolidated Net Sales Increased 4%
-Full Year 2022 Adjusted EPS Guidance Revised to $2.60 to $2.80
-Repurchased Over 4 Million Shares and Maintained Leverage Ratio Within Target Range of 2 to 3 times
LEXINGTON, Ky., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tempur Sealy International, Inc. (NYSE: TPX) announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. The Company also issued updated financial guidance for the full year 2022.
SECOND QUARTER 2022 FINANCIAL SUMMARY
- Total net sales increased 3.6% to $1,211.0 million as compared to $1,169.1 million in the second quarter of 2021. On a constant currency basis(1), total net sales increased 5.1%, with a decrease of 4.6% in the North America business segment and an increase of 68.2% in the International business segment, primarily driven by the acquisition of Dreams in August 2021.
- Gross margin was 41.0% as compared to the second quarter 2021 record of 44.3%. Adjusted gross margin(1) was 41.7% in the second quarter of 2022. There were no adjustments to gross margin in the second quarter of 2021.
- Operating income was $143.9 million as compared to the second quarter 2021 record of $223.3 million. Adjusted operating income(1) was $159.9 million as compared to $227.2 million in the second quarter of 2021.
- Net income was $90.6 million as compared to the second quarter 2021 record of $140.8 million. Adjusted net income(1) was $103.2 million as compared to $161.5 million in the second quarter of 2021.
- Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization ("EBITDA")(1) was $186.8 million as compared to the second quarter 2021 record of $266.1 million. Adjusted EBITDA(1) was $203.4 million as compared to $270.3 million in the second quarter of 2021.
- Earnings per diluted share ("EPS") was $0.51 as compared to the second quarter 2021 record of $0.69. Adjusted EPS(1) was $0.58 as compared to $0.79 in the second quarter of 2021.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Company Chairman and CEO Scott Thompson commented, "During the quarter, the overall North America operating environment deteriorated, driven by various macroeconomic pressures. We believe the overall U.S. mattress business, our largest market, had its toughest volume decline in 15 years, with industry units down 20 percent to 25 percent compared to last year's record second quarter volumes. We have adjusted our hiring expectations and near-term capacity investments, and we also implemented a price increase in the U.S. in late June to neutralize the dollar impact of commodity inflation. This environment gave us an opportunity to demonstrate the resilience of our business model, as we generated profits, invested in our business, returned capital to shareholders and outperformed the global bedding market. The team remains focused on delivering on our initiatives to drive continued success."
Business Segment Highlights
The Company's business segments include North America and International. Corporate operating expenses are not included in either of the business segments and are presented separately as a reconciling item to consolidated results.
North America net sales decreased 4.8% to $964.7 million as compared to $1,013.8 million in the second quarter of 2021. On a constant currency basis(1), North America net sales decreased 4.6% as compared to the second quarter of 2021. Gross margin was 37.9% as compared to 42.0% in the second quarter of 2021. Adjusted gross margin(1) was 38.7% in the second quarter of 2022. There were no adjustments to gross margin in the second quarter of 2021. Operating margin was 15.1% as compared to 21.4% in the second quarter of 2021. Adjusted operating margin(1) was 16.5% in the second quarter of 2022. There were no adjustments to operating margin in the second quarter of 2021.
North America net sales through the wholesale channel decreased $43.0 million, or 4.8%, to $847.8 million, as compared to the second quarter of 2021. North America net sales through the direct channel decreased $6.1 million, or 5.0%, to $116.9 million, as compared to the second quarter of 2021.
North America adjusted gross margin(1) declined 330 basis points as compared to gross margin in the second quarter of 2021. The decline was driven by operational investments to service our customers and pricing benefit to sales with no improvement to gross profit. These declines were partially offset by favorable brand mix. North America adjusted operating margin(1) declined 490 basis points as compared to operating margin in the second quarter of 2021. The decline was primarily driven by the decline in gross margin and Stearns & Foster® advertising investments ahead of the expected fourth quarter product launch.
International net sales increased 58.6% to $246.3 million as compared to $155.3 million in the second quarter of 2021. On a constant currency basis(1), International net sales increased 68.2% as compared to the second quarter of 2021. Gross margin was 53.1% as compared to 59.8% in the second quarter of 2021. Operating margin was 14.5% as compared to 27.9% in the second quarter of 2021.
International net sales through the wholesale channel decreased $23.3 million, or 20.3%, to $91.3 million as compared to the second quarter of 2021. International net sales through the direct channel increased $114.3 million, or 280.8%, to $155.0 million as compared to the second quarter of 2021. Prior to the Dreams acquisition in August 2021, net sales to Dreams were included in the wholesale channel. Following the acquisition, net sales for Dreams are included in the direct channel.
International gross margin declined 670 basis points as compared to the second quarter of 2021. The decline was primarily driven by the acquisition of Dreams, unfavorable mix and pricing benefit to sales with no improvement to gross profit. Dreams' margin profile is lower than our historical International margins as they sell a variety of products across a range of price points. International operating margin declined 1340 basis points as compared to the second quarter of 2021. The decline was primarily driven by the decline in gross margin, Asia joint venture performance due to COVID-19 related shutdowns and operating expense deleverage.
Corporate operating expense was $38.0 million, consistent with the second quarter of 2021.
Consolidated net income decreased to $90.6 million as compared to $140.8 million in the second quarter of 2021. Adjusted net income(1) decreased to $103.2 million as compared to $161.5 million in the second quarter of 2021. EPS decreased 26.1% to $0.51 as compared to $0.69 in the second quarter of 2021. Adjusted EPS(1) decreased 26.6% to $0.58 as compared to $0.79 in the second quarter of 2021.
The Company ended the second quarter of 2022 with total debt of $2.9 billion and consolidated indebtedness less netted cash(1) of $2.8 billion. Leverage based on the ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash(1) to adjusted EBITDA(1) was 2.67 times for the trailing twelve months ended June 30, 2022.
During the second quarter of 2022, the Company repurchased 4.4 million shares of its common stock for a total cost of $117.2 million. Over the last twelve months, the Company has repurchased 27.1 million shares of its common stock for a total cost of $1.1 billion. As of June 30, 2022, the Company had approximately $834.5 million available under its existing share repurchase authorization.
Additionally, today the Company announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share, payable on August 25, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 11, 2022.
Financial Guidance
The Company has updated its earnings guidance for the full year 2022, and currently expects adjusted EPS(1) between $2.60 to $2.80. This contemplates the Company's current outlook for full year 2022 consolidated sales to be consistent with prior year.
The Company noted that its expectations are based on information available at the time of this release, and are subject to changing conditions, many of which are outside the Company's control.
Conference Call Information
Tempur Sealy International, Inc. will host a live conference call to discuss financial results today, July 27, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The call will be webcast and can be accessed on the Company's investor relations website at investor.tempursealy.com. After the conference call, a webcast replay will remain available on the investor relations section of the Company's website for 30 days.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Constant Currency Information
For additional information regarding EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EPS, adjusted net income, adjusted gross profit, adjusted gross margin, adjusted operating income (expense), adjusted operating margin, consolidated indebtedness and consolidated indebtedness less netted cash (all of which are non-GAAP financial measures), please refer to the reconciliations and other information included in the attached schedules. For information on the methodology used to present information on a constant currency basis, please refer to "Constant Currency Information" included in the attached schedules.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements that may be characterized as "forward-looking," within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Such statements might include information concerning one or more of the Company's plans, guidance, objectives, goals, strategies, and other information that is not historical information. When used in this release, the words "assumes," "estimates," "expects," "guidance," "anticipates," "might," "projects," "plans," "proposed," "targets," "intends," "believes," "will" and variations of such words or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements relating to the Company's quarterly cash dividend, the Company's share repurchase targets, the Company's expectations regarding supply chain disruptions, geopolitical events including the war in Ukraine, the macroeconomic environment, COVID-19-related disruptions, net sales for 2022, EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA for 2022, and EPS and Adjusted EPS for 2022 and subsequent periods and the Company's expectations for increasing sales growth, product launches, channel growth, acquisitions and commodities outlook. Any forward-looking statements contained herein are based upon current expectations and beliefs and various assumptions. There can be no assurance that the Company will realize these expectations, meet its guidance, or that these beliefs will prove correct.
Numerous factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control, could cause actual results to differ materially from any that may be expressed herein as forward-looking statements. These potential risks include the factors discussed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and in the Company's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarters ended March 31, 2022 and June 30, 2022. There may be other factors that may cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made.
About Tempur Sealy International, Inc.
Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of bedding products, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation, we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries.
Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic®, Sealy® featuring Posturepedic® Technology and Stearns & Foster® and our non-branded offerings include value-focused private label and OEM products. Our distinct brands allow for complimentary merchandising strategies and are sold through third-party retailers, our Company-owned stores and e-commerce channels. This omni-channel strategy ensures our products are offered where ever and how ever customers want to shop.
Lastly, we accept our global responsibility to serve all stakeholders, our community and environment. We have and are implementing programs consistent with our responsibilities.
Investor Relations Contact:
Aubrey Moore
Investor Relations
Tempur Sealy International, Inc.
800-805-3635
Investor.relations@tempursealy.com
TEMPUR SEALY INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
(in millions, except percentages, ratios and per common share amounts)
The Company provides information regarding adjusted net income, adjusted EPS, adjusted gross profit, adjusted gross margin, adjusted operating income (expense), adjusted operating margin, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, consolidated indebtedness and consolidated indebtedness less netted cash, which are not recognized terms under GAAP and do not purport to be alternatives to net income, earnings per share, or an alternative to total debt as a measure of liquidity. The Company believes these non-GAAP financial measures provide investors with performance measures that better reflect the Company's underlying operations and trends, providing a perspective not immediately apparent from net income, gross profit, gross margin, operating income (expense) and operating margin. The adjustments management makes to derive the non-GAAP financial measures include adjustments to exclude items that may cause short-term fluctuations in the nearest GAAP financial measure, but which management does not consider to be the fundamental attributes or primary drivers of the Company's business.
The Company believes that exclusion of these items assists in providing a more complete understanding of the Company's underlying results from continuing operations and trends, and management uses these measures along with the corresponding GAAP financial measures to manage the Company's business, to evaluate its consolidated and business segment performance compared to prior periods and the marketplace, to establish operational goals and to provide continuity to investors for comparability purposes. Limitations associated with the use of these non-GAAP financial measures include that these measures do not present all of the amounts associated with the Company's results as determined in accordance with GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures should be considered supplemental in nature and should not be construed as more significant than comparable financial measures defined by GAAP. Because not all companies use identical calculations, these presentations may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures of other companies. For more information about these non-GAAP financial measures and a reconciliation to the nearest GAAP financial measure, please refer to the reconciliations on the following pages.
Constant Currency Information
In this press release the Company refers to, and in other press releases and other communications with investors the Company may refer to, net sales, earnings or other historical financial information on a "constant currency basis," which is a non-GAAP financial measure. These references to constant currency do not include operational impacts that could result from fluctuations in foreign currency rates. To provide information on a constant currency basis, the applicable financial results are adjusted based on a simple mathematical model that translates current period results in local currency using the comparable prior corresponding period's currency conversion rate. This approach is used for countries where the functional currency is the local country currency. This information is provided so that certain financial results can be viewed without the impact of fluctuations in foreign currency rates, thereby facilitating period-to-period comparisons of business performance.
Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS
A reconciliation of reported net income to adjusted net income and the calculation of adjusted EPS is provided below. Management believes that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with additional useful information with respect to the impact of various adjustments as described in the footnotes at the end of this release.
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of the Company's reported net income to adjusted net income and the calculation of adjusted EPS for the three months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021:
Adjusted Gross Profit, Adjusted Gross Margin, Adjusted Operating Income (Expense) and Adjusted Operating Margin
A reconciliation of gross profit and gross margin to adjusted gross profit and adjusted gross margin, respectively, and operating income (expense) and operating margin to adjusted operating income (expense) and adjusted operating margin, respectively, are provided below. Management believes that the use of these non-GAAP financial measures provides investors with additional useful information with respect to the impact of various adjustments as described in the footnotes at the end of this release.
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of the Company's reported gross profit and operating income (expense) to the calculation of adjusted gross profit and adjusted operating income (expense) for the three months ended June 30, 2022.
The following table sets forth the Company's reported gross profit and the reconciliation of the Company's operating income (expense) to the calculation of adjusted operating (income) expense for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The Company had no adjustments to gross profit for the three months ended June 30, 2021.
EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Consolidated Indebtedness less Netted Cash
The following reconciliations are provided below:
- Net income to EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA
- Ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA
- Total debt, net to consolidated indebtedness less netted cash
Management believes that presenting these non-GAAP measures provides investors with useful information with respect to the Company's operating performance, cash flow generation and comparisons from period to period, as well as general information about the Company's leverage.
The Company's credit agreement (the "2019 Credit Agreement") provides the definition of adjusted EBITDA. Accordingly, the Company presents adjusted EBITDA to provide information regarding the Company's compliance with requirements under the 2019 Credit Agreement.
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of the Company's reported net income to the calculations of EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021:
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of the Company's net income to the calculations of EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA for the trailing twelve months ended June 30, 2022:
Under the 2019 Credit Agreement, the definition of adjusted EBITDA contains certain restrictions that limit adjustments to net income when calculating adjusted EBITDA. For the trailing twelve months ended June 30, 2022, the Company's adjustments to net income when calculating adjusted EBITDA did not exceed the allowable amount under the 2019 Credit Agreement.
The ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA is 2.67 times for the trailing twelve months ended June 30, 2022. The 2019 Credit Agreement requires the Company to maintain a ratio of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash to adjusted EBITDA of less than 5.00:1.00 times.
The following table sets forth the reconciliation of the Company's reported total debt to the calculation of consolidated indebtedness less netted cash as of June 30, 2022. "Consolidated Indebtedness" and "Netted Cash" are terms used in the 2019 Credit Agreement for purposes of certain financial covenants.
Footnotes:
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LOS ANGELES, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Behavioral Health, Inc., an expanding network of evidence-based mental health, substance use and eating disorder treatment centers, has appointed David Semanco as Program Director of New Life Addiction Counseling & Mental Health Services in Pasadena, Maryland, just outside of Annapolis.
Semanco is a Master Addiction Counselor specializing in the application of complementary therapies to enhance the addiction treatment and recovery process. He transitioned into the addiction treatment field in 2002 following successful careers in information technology and music. He continues to incorporate technology and music into clinical practice as evidenced by his work with neurofeedback and music therapy.
New Life is an outpatient co-occurring disorders center, providing treatment tailored to strengthen those who are struggling with substance abuse, drug and alcohol addiction along with the mental health issues that can contribute to the addiction. By offering a variety of treatment tactics—from outpatient group therapy and 12-step program recommendations to medication-assisted treatment (MAT)— patients can begin recognizing their behaviors, identify challenges, and develop a healthy lifestyle.
A graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, Semanco says his journey to the behavioral health profession began in the 1980s when a professor lent him his "newfangled Apple personal computer" to complete his Master's degree thesis. Realizing he had a knack for conveying complex information into layman's term, he soon found himself helping academic colleagues learn the nascent field of computer science. Eventually, he earned another Master's degree in Human Services with an emphasis in Addiction Treatment
"If there's a common thread running through my career, it's that I like to help people," he says.
Samanco has worked in hospital, residential and outpatient settings, providing direct care and developing programs for adolescents and adults. Over the past two decades he's seen a major shift in the public's perception of substance use disorder.
"There's been a definite shift away from stigmatizing alcohol and drug addiction as a moral failing and toward the realization that it is a chronic brain disease. Likewise, treatment has moved from a singular focus on changing behavior or changing 'bad people to good people' to addressing brain chemistry as the root cause," he says.
Known for his ability to create and nurture strong yet compassionate multidisciplinary clinical teams, he is the 2020 recipient of William "Bill" Callahan Award by the Association of Addiction Professions (NAADAC) for sustained mission to increase awareness of addiction and advocacy for prevention, treatment and recovery support at the national level.
"David's extraordinary career, varied life experience and his pioneering work in neurofeedback all complement our company's commitment to innovative treatment methods," says John Peloquin, CEO and President of DBH.
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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Communications
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No warmth for Russia at diplomatic conference on Antarctica
BERLIN (AP) — Russia has received a frosty reception at the start of an international conference on managing and protecting Antarctica. The 10-day meeting in Berlin to review the Antarctic Treaty is a rare point of diplomatic contact between Russia and other nations since the start of the war in Ukraine. Russia is represented by an official from its embassy in Germany and further delegates were participating remotely by video link. Opening the meeting Tuesday, a senior German official addressed the Russian presence directly and called on Moscow to end its war in Ukraine. It was not immediately clear whether or how Russian officials responded. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2022/05/26/no-warmth-for-russia-at-diplomatic-conference-on-antarctica/ | 2022-05-26T19:01:19Z |
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters applauds the tens of thousands of members of the Teamsters Rail Conference for working long into the night to reach a tentative agreement averting a potential railway strike.
The Teamsters Rail Conference includes the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) and the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division (BMWED).
"Collective bargaining works. The labor movement works. And we know through lifetimes of experience and unbelievable sacrifice, Teamsters across America's railroads work harder than anyone," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien. "The Teamsters thank all of our members and negotiating partners for staying at the table until this job was done. We're not yet to the end of the line, but the process is working."
Throughout negotiations, O'Brien worked closely with President Joe Biden and U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh to ensure hardworking Teamsters were heard and respected and that every effort was made to reach an agreement that kept Teamsters working and America's rails running. Teamster representatives across the country remained in close contact with members to share developments from the bargaining table and hold the line on worker solidarity.
The tentative agreement will improve working conditions and safeguard wages and health care benefits for the 57,000 members of the Teamsters Rail Conference. In addition to wage increases and bonuses, new contract language was negotiated exempting time off for certain medical events. The agreement includes provisions to create voluntary assigned days off for members, and all members will receive one additional paid day off. Most importantly, Teamsters will have the ability to take time away from work for routine and preventive medical care, as well as exemptions from attendance policies for hospitalizations and surgery.
"Negotiations never follow a straight line but the fight for a union contract is always worth it," O'Brien said. "The Teamsters are proud to represent the hardest working people in America, and our members' families know the dedication and grit they bring to their crafts and careers. The unity, perseverance, and patience of union workers is to be admired. Our members never fall short of doing the right thing for their Teamster brothers and sisters and for their country."
Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.2 million hardworking men and women in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit Teamster.org to join us. Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and like us at Facebook.com/teamsters.
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CHANDLER, Ariz., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Geneva Financial Home Loans (Geneva) announces the release of a professionally produced song, 'Good Human', in support of their BE A GOOD HUMAN initiative to inspire change in the world through human action.
The direct lender with locations in 46 states started the 'BE A GOOD HUMAN' initiative in 2019 to highlight the importance of treating others with kindness, respect, and love. Now, the initiative is a driving force behind what it means to work with Geneva. Geneva's #1 Core Value is to "Be Human", their way of adding a personal touch to the Mortgage Origination experience that can't be found anywhere else.
The song, written and produced by Geneva's chief marketing officer, James Polinori, and recorded by incogniX, releases today, July 1st, 2022, on Spotify, iTunes, Amazon, and all streaming platforms with a percentage of iTunes sales going to the Geneva Gives and BE A GOOD HUMAN charitable initiatives.
"Whether in the office or off the clock, everyone at Geneva believes in the importance of giving back and sharing real-life examples of kindness with the people around us" Polinori stated about the release. "This song is our way to continue spreading the message and encourage people to make change in their communities."
Geneva's BE A GOOD HUMAN initiative has provided grants and support for multiple charitable organizations including Autism Speaks, Beat Street AZ, Cloud Covered Streets, RV's For MD's and others.
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Founded in 2007 by Aaron VanTrojen, Geneva Financial (NMLS 42056) is a direct mortgage lender headquartered in Chandler, Arizona with more than 130 branch locations in 46 states. Our mission at Geneva Financial is to approach every aspect of our business from the "inside-out". With a culture-forward mindset, we focus on our loan originators and support staff first to ensure an unbeatable experience for our customers.
Our Core Values were created as a daily reminder to operate with the inside-out approach in mind. Core Value #1 is the backbone of all our Core Values, our mission, and our brand vision: Home Loans Powered by Humans®. Learn more about Geneva Financial Home Loans at www.GenevaFi.com
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Bonnie Gwin and Theodore Dysart lauded for their leadership in the corporate governance community
CHICAGO, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII), a premier provider of global leadership advisory and on-demand talent solutions, announced today that Bonnie Gwin, Vice Chairman and Co-managing Partner of the Global CEO & Board of Directors Practice and Theodore (Ted) Dysart, Vice Chairman and Partner, Global CEO & Board Practice were again named to the 2022 National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Directorship 100™. NACD is the recognized authority on the leading edge of corporate governance, setting standards of excellence that have elevated board performance. This is the 11th year for Bonnie and the 15th year for Ted.
"We applaud Bonnie and Ted for their tireless efforts over the past decade to promote excellence in corporate governance and board performance," said Krishnan Rajagopalan, President and Chief Executive Officer at Heidrick & Struggles. "The role of boards is evolving as they address an increasingly complex set of issues and challenges that have far broader implications than in the past. Year after year, Bonnie and Ted have been recognized by their peers for their leadership and commitment to advancing the highest standards in boardroom leadership, and the sterling reputation they have gained as trusted leadership advisors will serve both boards and the NACD well, as boards continue to examine how to meet the expectations and demands of multiple stakeholder groups."
Now in its 16th year, the NACD Directorship 100 awards recognize peer-nominated leading directors and governance professionals. Honorees are evaluated in four key categories: integrity, mature confidence, informed judgment, and high-performance standards. A selection committee reviewed the nominees' histories of advancing board performance and leading corporate governance practices in accordance with established NACD principles. The principles are a framework that encourages excellence in areas that include risk oversight, corporate strategy, compensation, and transparency.
"The NACD Directorship 100 continues to honor those who have demonstrated exemplary board leadership and innovation in corporate governance," said Peter R. Gleason, NACD president and CEO. "We honor these individuals' forward-thinking minds and their ability to lead their board and organizations to current and future success."
The complete list of the 2022 NACD Directorship 100 is available at https://directorship100.nacdonline.org/honorees/2022.
About Heidrick & Struggles
Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII) is a premier provider of global leadership advisory and on-demand talent solutions, serving the senior-level talent and consulting needs of the world's top organizations. In our role as trusted leadership advisors, we partner with our clients to develop future-ready leaders and organizations, bringing together our services and offerings in executive search, diversity and inclusion, leadership assessment and development, organization and team acceleration, culture shaping and on-demand, independent talent solutions. Heidrick & Struggles pioneered the profession of executive search more than 65 years ago. Today, the firm provides integrated talent and human capital solutions to help our clients change the world, one leadership team at a time.® www.heidrick.com
About NACD
For more than 40 years, NACD has been on the leading edge of corporate governance, setting standards of excellence that have elevated board performance. NACD arms today's directors with insights and education that drive their mission forward, while preparing a new generation of boardroom leaders to meet tomorrow's biggest challenges. NACD is a community of more than 23,000 directors driven by a common purpose: to be trusted catalysts of economic opportunity and positive change—in businesses and in the communities they serve. To learn more about NACD, visit nacdonline.org.
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DESTIN, Fla. (AP) — The spat between Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher and Alabama’s Nick Saban appears to be over — at least publicly.
A jovial Fisher said repeatedly Wednesday that he was “moving on” from the war of words with his former boss that added some soap-opera drama to the Southeastern Conference’s spring meetings this week.
Fisher said he and Saban had “normal conversations” during two days of meetings with the other 12 SEC football coaches. The coaches covered topics such as future scheduling models for the conference, transfer rules and how college sports can get a handle on the way athletes are compensated for use of their names, images and likenesses.
“It’s over with. We’re done talking about it. We’re moving on to the future of what goes on and try to fix the problems that we have in college football,” Fisher said. “There’s a lot more pressing needs than our arguments.”
“We’re done. We’re moving on. I have no problem,” he added.
The next time Saban and Fisher are guaranteed to get together is Oct. 8 when the Crimson Tide hosts the Aggies. Texas A&M upset then-No. 1 Alabama last season in College Station, Texas.
Earlier this week, Saban tried to put to rest the controversy he started. Saban said he never accused Texas A&M of doing anything wrong when talked about the lack of regulation around NIL two weeks ago at a speaking engagement in Birmingham, Alabama. Saban had called out Texas A&M and other schools, essentially accusing the Aggies of buying players.
Fisher responded angrily, saying Saban’s comments were despicable and calling the seven-time national championship winning coach a “narcissist.” Fisher denied is program did anything wrong while landing the No. 1 recruiting class in the country for 2022.
Both coaches received a public reprimand from the conference office.
The SEC spring meetings — taking place in person for the first time since 2019 because of the pandemic —- were the first opportunity for the two coaches to meet face-to-face since the dustup.
“Things were said. We’re moving on to the next thing,” Fisher said.
Fisher echoed Saban’s comments on NIL and what college football needs to bring some order to this new landscape where players can profit off their fame. NIL rules vary from state to state depending on local laws, and the NCAA seems to have little power to enforce its bylaws.
“We’ve got to find some kind of uniformity for the betterment of the game,” Fisher said.
Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne mostly sidestepped questions about the back-and-forth between two of the highest-paid coaches in the country, which included Fisher urging reporters to “go dig into wherever” Saban has been.
“I think Coach Fisher, he was fired up,” Byrne said. “I know we feel very good about our compliance and what we do at Alabama and that’s been in the past and it’s going to continue into the future.”
Fisher was asked multiple times if he regretted laying into Saban two weeks ago.
“We’re moving on,” he said with a smile. ‘We’re moving on.”
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Lawyers Association (CLA) is proud to announce the names of the lawyers, judges, and legal organizations who will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to the legal profession in California.
The honorees will be recognized at the opening reception of CLA's Annual Meeting at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel on Thursday, September 15, 2022. The awards include legacy awards that were once given by the State Bar of California, the regulatory body for attorneys.
"CLA was pleased to take responsibility for these awards after we became the voluntary statewide bar association in 2018," said CLA's CEO and Executive Director CLA Oyango A. Snell. "CLA is honored and excited to acknowledge these passionate and dedicated award winners who have gone above and beyond to help society's most vulnerable, make our esteemed profession more equitable, and promote justice and high ethical standards."
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Bobbi Tillmon will receive the Aranda Access to Justice Award. Co-sponsored by the Judicial Council, CLA, and the California Judges Association, in association with the California Commission on Access to Justice, the award honors a judge who has demonstrated a long-term commitment to improving access to our courts and who has significantly improved access for low- and moderate-income Californians. This award will be presented on November 17, 2022 at the Judicial Council of California.
Southwestern Law School Dean Susan Westerberg Prager will receive the Bernard E. Witkin Medal. The award recognizes those who, through a career of extraordinary service, have made significant contributions to the quality of justice and legal scholarship in California.
Lawyers Club of San Diego and DTO Law will each receive Diversity Awards for their efforts to promote diversity in the legal profession or among peers.
Mark L. Tuft, a litigation partner with Cooper, White & Cooper in San Francisco, will receive the Harry B. Sondheim Professional Responsibility Award. The award recognizes a member's outstanding long-term contribution to the advancement of attorney professional standards in California.
Deeva Shah, an associate at Keker, Van Nest & Peters, will receive the Jack Berman Award of Achievement. The award honors a young lawyer (first eight years of active State Bar membership) who has provided outstanding service to the legal profession and public, as well as dedication to issues of concern to new and young lawyers.
California Rural Legal Assistance Executive Director José R. Padilla will receive the Loren Miller Legal Services Award. The award honors an attorney who has demonstrated long-term commitment to legal services and who has personally engaged in significant work extending legal services to the poor. The award is co-presented with the California Commission on Access to Justice and the Legal Aid Association of California.
Tristan E.H. Higgins, a San Diego lawyer, speaker, and diversity and inclusion expert, will receive the California Lawyers Foundation Distinguished Leadership Award.
Legal Education Access Pipeline Inc. (LEAP), a diversity pipeline fellowship program, will receive the California Lawyers Foundation Heather L. Rosing Pathway Partner Award.
"I am humbled and awed by the accomplishments of our award winners," said CLA President Jeremy M. Evans. "They provide excellent examples for the rest of us to follow. We look forward to celebrating with the award winners and all conference and gala attendees soon."
CLA is celebrating the "best of the legal profession" at its Annual Meeting on September 15–17, 2022 and hosting a first-ever black-tie Gala in partnership with the California Judges Association on September 17, 2022, benefitting both the California Lawyers Foundation and the California Judges Foundation.
Established in 2018, California Lawyers Association is the statewide voluntary bar association for all California attorneys. CLA's mission is to promote excellence, diversity, and inclusion in the legal profession and fairness in the administration of justice and the rule of law. Visit us at www.calawyers.org to learn more about CLA or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter.
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Upscale, Fast Casual Dining Powerhouse with House-Crafted Menu to Open in College Station
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, known for its award-winning, hand-crafted cheesesteaks, turkey subs and more, will debut a new location in College Station at 505 University Dr. E on August 22. Capriotti's will bring the College Station community its 45-year tradition of slow-roasting whole, all-natural turkeys in-house and hand-pulling them every morning. Other favorites include made-from-scratch meatballs, all made with fresh, premium ingredients.
Capriotti's is known for its wide array of sandwiches including 'The Bobbie®,' made with fresh oven-roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing and mayo; 'The Capastrami,' made with hot pastrami, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and homemade coleslaw; and cheesesteak varieties made with premium steak, chicken or Impossible™ plant-based meat with melted cheese and peppers. The College Station Capriotti's will offer a convenient order-ahead option, in addition to third-party delivery services. The new shop will also provide over 20 new jobs to the College Station community.
The new location is owned and operated by four friends and entrepreneurs; brothers Josh and Roman Cohea, and cousins Bobby Byford and Lance Denley. The four met while growing up together, and have always talked about owning their own business. While Josh, Roman, and Bobby are currently private contractors for the military, Lance saw the potential in Capriotti's and brought it to his friends. Determined to make their dream of working together come true, the four are excited to begin this new endeavor that will provide a strong future for them and their families.
"Three of us have lived in Las Vegas for a number of years and are familiar with the brand," said Roman. "It was when Lance advanced the idea and said, 'how about Capriotti's?' all three of us immediately responded with 'absolutely.' We were avid customers of Capriotti's, and we figured if we were going to do this, might as well do it with the best. There's a reason that Capriotti's was voted the best sandwich in America, and we hope College Station will fall in love with Capriotti's just like we did."
College Station Capriotti's fans can download the CAPAddicts Rewards app on iOS and Android to earn and redeem rewards—the most valuable of course being free, delicious subs and salads. The restaurant also features online ordering. Capriotti's in College Station offers catering for any event - from corporate functions to birthday parties - with items such as party trays with cold subs, box lunches, or a hot homemade meatball bar.
Capriotti's is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday – Wednesday, and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Thursday – Saturday. For additional information, visit www.capriottis.com or call the location at 979-800-5150.
About Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
Founded in 1976, Capriotti's Sandwich Shop is an award-winning national franchised restaurant chain that remains true to its 40-year tradition of slow-roasting whole, all-natural turkeys in-house every day. Capriotti's cold, grilled, and vegetarian subs, cheesesteaks and salads are available at more than 125 locations across the United States. Capriotti's signature sub, The Bobbie®, was voted "The Greatest Sandwich in America" by thousands of readers across the country, as reported by AOL.com. Capriotti's fans can also download the CAPAddicts Rewards app for iOS and Android, where they can earn and redeem rewards. Capriotti's plans to grow to over 500 locations by 2025 and was ranked on Fast Casual's Top Movers & Shakers List each of the last two years (2020-21). For more information, visit capriottis.com. Like Capriotti's on Facebook, follow on Twitter or Instagram.
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Adapted from a film short into a movie, "Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul" exhibits the strain of the magnification process -- as premises go, feeling a little light in terms of the collection plate. The central performances, however, make this dark satire awkwardly watchable, with Sterling K. Brown and Regina Hall as the disgraced pastor and his wife desperately plotting a comeback.
"Pastor Childs, are the allegations true?" Brown's Pastor Lee-Curtis Childs is asked near the outset, while leaving the specifics of the scandal purposefully vague for much of the movie.
The details are actually relatively insignificant, as the relentlessly upbeat pastor and his wife Trinitie (Hall) work to rebuild their Atlanta megachurch, which once boasted thousands of parishioners, planning a triumphant reopening on Easter Sunday.
In what looks like an act of hubris, the Childs have also invited a documentary crew to tag along, fly-on-the-wall style, as they go about the process, although there are enough uncomfortable moments that they frequently find themselves speaking directly to the unseen filmmakers, asking them to leave out certain material.
That device represents the kind of thing that student filmmakers use, and writer-director Adamma Ebo -- who produced the film along with her twin sister Adanne, the stars, Daniel Kaluuya, and Jordan Peele -- might have dispensed with it in this format, though it does serve the purpose of forcing Brown and Hall to keep smiles plastered across their faces, while tension simmers just beneath the manicured surface as they see their empire slipping away.
Eventually, amid references to "the settlement" paid out to those wrong, they resort to roadside preaching, an indication of how far the mighty have fallen. They also watch their congregants flock to another church run by a younger couple (Nicole Beharie, Conphidance), which aren't particularly good at hiding their interest in capitalizing on their competitors' misfortune -- what the former calls a "landfill of a circumstance."
Having made its debut at the Sundance Film Festival, "Honk for Jesus" obviously has commentary about the transactional nature of certain religious outfits baked into the concept, showing off Pastor Childs' flashy outfits and expensive shoes as evidence of those who profit off their flocks. But that broader aspect of the movie feels underdeveloped, focusing specifically on the central couple's plight, and particularly the extent to which Trinitie will go, to quote the song, in standing by her man.
In that sense, the movie provides a solid showcase for Brown and Hall while establishing Ebo as a talent to watch, if not, in this setting, one who completely delivers.
"I am not a perfect man," Pastor Childs concedes at one point.
While "Honk for Jesus" isn't a perfect movie, give it praise for at least being an interesting one.
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Financial results to be released after market close;
Conference call to be conducted at 5:00 pm ET
PHOENIX, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SenesTech, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNES) will report financial results for its first quarter 2022, ended March 31, 2022, after the market close on Thursday, May 12, 2022. The Company has scheduled a conference call that same day, Thursday, May 12, 2022, at 5:00 pm ET, to review the results.
First Quarter 2022 Conference Call Details
Date and Time: Thursday, May 12, 2022, at 5:00 pm ET
Call-in Information: Interested parties can access the conference call by dialing (844) 308-3351 or (412) 317-5407.
Live Webcast Information: Interested parties can access the conference call via a live webcast, which is available in the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at http://senestech.investorroom.com/.
Replay: A teleconference replay of the call will be available for seven days at (877) 344-7529 or (412) 317-0088, replay access code 6656470. A webcast replay will be available in the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at http://senestech.investorroom.com/ for 90 days.
About SenesTech
We are "The Pest Control Difference" for the 21st century. We are rodent fertility control specialists fueled by our passion to create a healthy environment by virtually eliminating rodent pest populations. We keep an inescapable truth in mind: 2 rats and their descendants can be responsible for the birth of up to 15,000 pups in a year. We invented ContraPest, the only U.S. EPA-registered contraceptive for male and female rats. ContraPest fits seamlessly into all integrated pest management programs, greatly improving the overall goal of effective rat management. We strive for clean cities, efficient businesses, and happy households – with a product that was designed to be effective and sustainable without killing rats. At SenesTech, we don't just eliminate rats. We make a better world.
For more information visit https://senestech.com/ and https://contrapeststore.com.
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Lease agreement finalized for future Denver museum to open early next year in 16th Street Mall
ATLANTA, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Museum of Illusions®, a global leader in "edutainment" and the biggest chain of private museums worldwide, announced today the global brand's plans to open a new museum in Denver, Colorado, in early 2023.
Following the lease agreement recently finalized, the 6,229 square feet of space in Denver's bustling 16th Street Mall – also known as Pedestrian Mall – will welcome a new state-of-the-art museum designed for visitors of all ages to enjoy mentally-stimulating optical illusions, 3D holograms, brain-puzzling exhibits and interactive illusion rooms. The Mile High City locals and tourists are in for a memorable experience filled with unique and unconventional exhibits and installations that will take current perceptions of entertainment and education to new heights. Sam Zaitz and Sarah Alfano of JLL represented the landlord, working in concert with the building's asset and property manager, Hines.
"Tether Advisors was thrilled to represent Museum of Illusions in securing the location of a future museum in Denver, Colorado. Every deal has its unique quirks, and we have to give credit to the Museum of Illusions team for adapting to market conditions and tirelessly working to get this one across the finish line," said Sean Kulzer, Senior Vice president at Tether Advisors. "The brand's expansion into Denver is exciting for the community as well as for the local governance and partners committed to revitalizing 16th Street Mall (16th Street Mall Project) and making it a top Denver attraction for a dynamic retail environment for years to come."
Denver is one of largest and top ranked business cities in the United States. The 16th Street Mall is a popular business destination that garners foot traffic from locals and tourists alike to businesses and attractions in the area including casual and upscale dining, taverns and breweries, entertainment as well as luxury and mainstream shops. The Pedestrian Mall is an attraction that people from all over enjoy, making it the ideal destination for Museum of Illusions' experiential retail concept.
"Museum of Illusions is excited to continue expanding its presence across the nation and the world at-large, bringing its unique, interactive and immersive experience to popular entertainment centers and influential cities," said Jonathan Benjamin, CEO of Museum of Illusions. "Denver is a unique city with an appreciation for new experiences and fresh perspectives, and the new Denver Museum of Illusions location is poised to provide that for residents and visitors from all over."
As the brand continues to grow with nearly 40 museums to-date, Museum of Illusions is well on its way to bring its network to at least 100 locations around the world over the course of the next four years, with new style and design concepts in store to take the museums to the next level. The brand's aggressive expansion across the globe has U.S. locations slated to open new Museum of Illusions in the near future in Washington, DC; Scottsdale, Arizona; Charlotte, North Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia, Austin, TX; Mall of America and more.
For more information about the Museum of Illusions and its franchise opportunities, visit www.museumofillusions.com or email at info@museumofillusions.com.
About RP Illusions Corp.
RP Illusions Corp. is a U.S.-based corporation that develops and franchises museums across the world. The company's primary goal is to provide memorable and exciting educational opportunities while evolving its approach to creativity, art, and entertainment. The Museum of Illusions is a global leader in "edutainment", with 37 locations in 25 countries worldwide. The company plans to continue expanding by providing unique educational, visual, and entertaining experiences with high-quality service. For more information about the Museum of Illusions visit www.museumofillusions.com or email at info@museumofillusions.com.
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Travelers Enjoy Up to $6,000 Savings Per Suite or Stateroom for All 2022 and 2023 Luxe-adventure Voyages and Expeditions
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bringing travelers to captivating destinations in luxe-adventure style, Atlas Ocean Voyages announced three new Western Europe voyages aboard World Navigator today. The new Norwegian Fjords and London, Holland, and France voyages, depart in August and September 2022 and feature multiple overnights in culture-rich ports, which provide opportunities for guests to opt for extensive tour options. Because of her small size, World Navigator will navigate up narrow waterways and rivers to dock in the center of Amsterdam, London, Antwerp, and Bordeaux for convenient access to each city. Travelers can take advantage of up to $6,000 savings per suite or stateroom aboard these new voyages, or any 2022 and 2023 voyages and expeditions, when making a new deposited booking from now until June 30, 2022. For more information, please visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com.
"World Navigator's new late-summer voyages bring travelers to the Norwegian Fjords and Western Europe at one of the best times of the year," said Alberto Aliberti, President of Atlas Ocean Voyages. "These port-intensive itineraries feature multiple overnights in some of the region's most sophisticated destinations far removed from current global events. And World Navigator's small size provides guests a more personalized and immersive, luxe-adventure experience."
On the new 12-night Norwegian Fjords voyage, departing roundtrip from Hamburg on August 26, 2022, guests visit some of the most breathtaking fjordlands of Southern and Western Norway, including Sognefjord, the country's largest fjord. World Navigator's small size is ideal for bringing guests to small, charming villages and breathtaking vistas of majestic mountain peaks, steep cliffs and cascading waterfalls.
The subsequent 12-night, Hamburg to London voyage, departing September 7, guests enjoy overnights at Amsterdam and London, and call at Antwerp, Belgium; Paris (Honfleur), France; and Plymouth, U.K. In Amsterdam, guests can opt to see the famous Tulips at the Seventh Decennial Floriade with horticultural exhibits from more than 33 countries. Additionally, World Navigator will cruise up the Thames to dock at the Tower Bridge and overnight in the city, so guests have plenty of time to catch a West End show and step into a pub for a pint.
The September 19 voyage, a 13-night itinerary from London to Porto, Portugal, overnights in Amsterdam, London, Paris (Honfleur) and Bordeaux for the widest range of immersive experiences for enophiles, history and horticultural enthusiasts, and art and culture seekers. In addition to visiting the heart of one of France's renowned wine regions, guests can also opt to take a tour to the Normandy Beaches to honor the memory of one of the most pivotal moments of World War II.
Atlas Ocean Voyages is a luxe-adventure, expedition cruise line designed for discerning, fun-seeking travelers to immerse in unique and awe-inspiring moments in remote and captivating destinations. World Navigator, launched in August 2021, and World Traveller, launching October 2022, both feature 98 suites, solo suites with no single supplements, and staterooms, and is the line's first two small expedition ship, bringing travelers to smaller, authentic and exclusive locales.
World Navigator will cruise Western Europe, the Norwegian Fjords, and Iceland, Greenland and The Arctic in summer 2022; Central and South America in the autumn; and return to Antarctica for her winter 2022-23 season. In winter 2023, World Traveller will sail her inaugural season in Antarctica. Three additional sister ships, World Seeker, World Adventurer and World Discoverer, will join the fleet through 2024.
For more information, please visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com. Please also follow Atlas Ocean Voyages on Facebook (www.facebook.com/AtlasOceanVoyages), Twitter (www.twitter.com/atlascruises), Instagram (www.instagram.com/AtlasOceanVoyages), and LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/company/atlascruises). Travel Advisors can call 1.844.44.ATLAS (1.844.442.8527) to book their clients on an unforgettable luxe-adventure expedition.
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AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Those little chips that are in basically everything — your phones, computers, cars — very few of them are made in the United States.
Some have warned that threatens our national security. So, on Wednesday, a bipartisan bill passed the Senate, to spend tens of billions of dollars to boost U.S. computer chip production.
There’s been a huge push, especially in Texas, to make more chips.
“This is something that crosses party and political lines,” Texas Senator John Cornyn said. “Republicans and Democrats have been working together on this because they recognize the threat to our economy, and our national security if our access would be cut off.”
According to Cornyn, 90% of chips are made in Asia. He helped introduce the bill back in 2020.
It passed the Senate on Wednesday in a 64-33 vote and now heads to the House.
Supporters want to pass it before they go on their August recess. It could get to the president’s desk by the end of the week.
“Samsung announced that they’re going to build a $17 billion facility in Central Texas,” Cornyn said. “I expect other companies will make similar announcements in Texas that will create — not just a manufacturing facility — but a whole ecosystem of suppliers.”
The bill includes $52 billion for U.S. companies that make chips and tax incentives to push companies to invest in them.
Some do worry though about how more businesses making chips will impact water demand.
“I just don’t think anybody’s doing the forecasting and analysis,” Paul Difiore, project manager with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), said. “But the pace of growth here is just so fast, that like, whatever long-range plans we had before, I’m sure are already out of date. They can’t possibly take into account the number of people that have moved here and the number of companies that have moved.”
Cornyn is hopeful this will benefit Texas more than anything else.
“The fundamental issue here is how do we eliminate our vulnerability,” Cornyn said.
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The Ingenuity helicopter has captured a unique bird's-eye perspective of the gear that helped land the Perseverance rover on Mars.
During its one-year anniversary flight on April 19, the little chopper took photos of the striped parachute used during Perseverance's landing -- often referred to as "7 minutes of terror" because it happens faster than radio signals can reach Earth from Mars -- on February 18, 2021. It also spotted the cone-shaped backshell that helped protect the rover and Ingenuity on the trip from Earth to Mars and during its fiery, plunging descent to the Martian surface.
The engineers working on the Mars Sample Return program, an ambitious and multimission process to return Martian samples collected by Perseverance to Earth by the 2030s, asked if Ingenuity could gather these images during its 26th flight.
Studying the components that allowed for a safe landing can help them prepare for future missions to the red planet that will require landing and even launching from the Martian surface for the first time.
"NASA extended Ingenuity flight operations to perform pioneering flights such as this," said Teddy Tzanetos, Ingenuity's team lead at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, in a statement.
"Every time we're airborne, Ingenuity covers new ground and offers a perspective no previous planetary mission could achieve. Mars Sample Return's reconnaissance request is a perfect example of the utility of aerial platforms on Mars."
During entry, descent and landing, the spacecraft faces scorching temperatures and gravitational forces as it plunges into the Martian atmosphere at almost 12,500 miles per hour (20,000 kilometers per hour).
Previously, we've only seen images of the discarded landing gear from a rover's perspective, like an image taken by Perseverance showing the parachute and backshell from a distance. Aerial images, captured for the first time by Ingenuity from 26 feet (8 meters) in the air, provide more detail.
"Perseverance had the best-documented Mars landing in history, with cameras showing everything from parachute inflation to touchdown," said Ian Clark, former Perseverance systems engineer and current Mars Sample Return ascent phase lead at JPL, in a statement.
"But Ingenuity's images offer a different vantage point. If they either reinforce that our systems worked as we think they worked or provide even one dataset of engineering information we can use for Mars Sample Return planning, it will be amazing. And if not, the pictures are still phenomenal and inspiring."
The backshell can be seen among a debris field it created after hitting the Martian surface while moving at about 78 miles per hour (126 kilometers per hour). But the backshell's protective coating appears to be intact, as are the 80 suspension lines connecting it to the parachute.
The orange and white parachute can be seen, covered in dust, but the canopy doesn't show any damage. It was the biggest parachute used on Mars to date, at 70.5 feet (21.5 meters) wide. The team will continue to analyze the images to determine if the parachute experienced any changes over the next several weeks.
During Ingenuity's 26th aerial excursion, the chopper flew a total of 1,181 feet (360 meters). So far, it has logged 49 minutes of total flight time and traveled 3.9 miles (6.3 kilometers) over the past year.
"To get the shots we needed, Ingenuity did a lot of maneuvering, but we were confident because there was complicated maneuvering on flights 10, 12, and 13," said Håvard Grip, chief pilot of Ingenuity at JPL, in a statement. "Our landing spot set us up nicely to image an area of interest for the Perseverance science team on Flight 27, near 'Séítah' ridge."
The helicopter and rover have arrived at an ancient river delta where water once flowed into Jezero Crater millions of years ago.
The imposing delta rises more than 130 feet (40 meters) above the crater floor and is riddled with boulders, pockets of sand and jagged cliffs -- and it could be the best place to search for signs of ancient life if it ever existed on Mars.
Ingenuity has the crucial task of surveying two dry river channels to see which one Perseverance should use to climb to the top of the delta. It can also share images of features that could become potential science targets for the rover.
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Man, 21, arrested a week after 3 killed at Georgia gun range
Published: Apr. 15, 2022 at 11:03 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
GRANTVILLE, Ga. (AP) — A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal armed robbery at a Georgia gun range that left three members of a family dead last week.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation said Friday that Jacob Christian Muse, of College Park, is charged with three counts of malice murder.
Grantville officers who arrived at the scene of Lock Stock & Barrel Shooting Range on the night of April 8 discovered the bodies of the gun range’s owner, along with his wife and grandson.
Investigators said that as many as 40 guns and the range’s surveillance camera were also stolen. Authorities did not release additional information about Muse’s arrest.
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Mexico seizes ‘historic’ half-ton of fentanyl at warehouse
Published: Jul. 7, 2022 at 5:39 PM CDT|Updated: 9 minutes ago
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico’s army and National Guard have made what they call a “historic” seizure of over a half-ton of fentanyl at a warehouse in the northern city of Culiacan.
Synthetic opioids like fentanyl have been behind a major increase in overdose deaths in the United States.
As little as two milligrams of fentanyl can be lethal.
The nearly 1,200 pounds found at the warehouse could have produced millions of the counterfeit pills in which fentanyl is usually offered.
The Defense Department said Thursday that over a half-ton of meth was also found in the July 2 raid.
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City of Manhattan to move cleanup efforts to Area 2 following severe storms
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - The City of Manhattan has moved the citywide cleanup effort to Area 2 after severe storms and a tornado damaged homes and brought down a significant amount of debris in the area.
The City of Manhattan says the citywide cleanup efforts have officially moved into Area 2 - Purple - on Friday, June 24 after crews finished with tree and limb debris in Area 1 - Tan - on Thursday.
The City said crews have collected a significant amount of tree and limb debris which has led to multiple days of work needed in each region to transport the debris away. It said crews will continue the cleanup effort in the north-central area early this week and only move into Area 3 - Blue - once it is finished.
If residents are in one of the later collection areas - Areas 3, 4, and 5 - the City said it encourages them to have all tree limbs, branches and drop debris set out on the curb as soon as possible to ensure they are ready for pickup.
The City has asked residents to remember that it will only accept limbs and tree pieces - no construction debris will be taken. It has also asked residents to be patient with crews as many were called out several nights to clean up after various subsequent storm events.
According to the City, the order and rotation for collection areas were originally based on damage from the June 11 tornado and severe weather. It said it intentionally started its collection efforts in areas hit hardest by that storm.
The City noted that it will continue to provide updates as the cleanup effort progresses. It said staff plan to continue to move from one area to another in the order identified. It expects cleanup to be finished around July 12.
The City also indicated that two structures were damaged in the storm which came through Manhattan on Thursday, June 23 - a 2-family home on Rosewalk Place was damaged by fire resulting from lightning and a tree damaged a home in the 600 block of Bluemont.
The Manhattan Fire Department said crews are still investigating the damage to the structure on Bluemont, however, at this time it appears no one has been displaced due to the storm.
MFD noted the damage incurred from the June 21 storm was the heaviest east of Tuttle Creek Blvd. and north of the Casement and McCall Rd. intersection - all within city limits. It said the damage included:
- 18 homes with various levels of damage from wind and fallen trees - ranging from damaged electrical services to severe roof damage
- This includes 9 single-family homes and 8 manufactured homes
- 2 single-family homes were damaged by fires that happened in the early morning hours of June 22 after the storm
- 3 homes were vacated due to imminent safety concerns
MFD said it is anticipated residents will need to vacate some units due to the amount of stormwater infiltration in some areas of the city in the past two weeks after the severe windstorm. It said it will work with property owners to relocate tenants of units that may need to be vacated.
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CHICAGO, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the peak of wedding season, CD One Price Cleaners have begun to offer wedding dress preservation as a new service at its 35 stores across Chicagoland.
In 2020, nearly half of couples (47%) across the nation postponed their wedding receptions to a later date, creating a boom of 2.6 million weddings projected for 2022. In Chicago, weddings are expected to top 55K in 2022, a sizeable increase from 44K in 2021, according to The Wedding Report.
Jonathon Reckles, CD One's Vice President of Marketing, says the company expects a significant increase in dry cleaning formal clothes.
"The postponement of formal events and everyone's desire to be back together is creating a perfect storm of formal clothes cleaning requests, and we're still early in the wedding season," Reckles said. "To further capitalize on the sector growth and help meet our customer's growing needs, we have launched wedding gown preservation as a new service effective immediately."
Since opening its first store 20 years ago in Lincolnwood, IL, CD One Price Cleaners has established a leading market presence throughout Chicago with its unique, one-price model. And this new wedding dress preservation service will be no different, priced at a competitive, flat rate of $199.
Due to the delicate nature of wedding dresses, the garments must undergo a stringent process to be cleaned and preserved for years to come. Failing to clean and preserve a wedding dress can cause yellowing of the fabric, oxidation, mold and mildew, and permanent fabric damage over time.
Others across the industry are also taking notice of CD One's rigorous process and trusted service. CD One is now Chicago Style Weddings' exclusive, recommended wedding gown and dress preservation vendor.
Based in Westchester, IL, a western suburb of Chicago, CD One Price Cleaners currently operates 35 locally owned and operated franchise locations throughout the Chicago market, including its newest store opening in Frankfort, IL, in 2021. The company operates a total of 37 stores in four states. Follow CD One Price Cleaners on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, or visit www.cdonepricecleaners.com.
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LAWRENCE, Mass., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The five hundred unionized nurses of Lawrence General Hospital (LGH), who are represented by the Massachusetts Nurses Association (MNA), overwhelmingly voted in favor of ratifying their new three-year contract on August 25.
The ratification comes after 14 months of contract negotiations, 12 of which included a federal mediator. The tentative agreement for the now-ratified contract was reached in the early morning hours of July 28, just hours ahead of a planned informational picket by the nurses that was then called off.
The RNs, who have worked tirelessly to care for the people of Greater Lawrence through the two-plus years of the pandemic — often at great personal risk and with limited resources — have long been aware of the unique challenges facing both the hospital and its surrounding community. Lawrence had the distinction of having one of the highest rates of COVID-19 throughout the pandemic, a scenario that was further complicated by the fact that its residents earn, on average, far below the state's median household income and often struggle with access to basic resources as a result.
LGH nurses, with support from the MNA, have repeatedly pointed out to hospital administrators, local community leaders, and state and federal elected officials that "every single social predictor affecting health outcomes points to the need for maximum healthcare funding and resources to be directed to the greater Lawrence area."
"We talk forever about social determinates of health, and of lifting up immigrant gateway communities, and the public health crisis affecting people of color," said MNA co-chairperson and RN Laurie Spheekas. "We talk. But when it comes to doing, why does LGH remain in such constant and desperate need of federal and state funding? It must change."
"To all the government officials who have been struggling with us to direct the funding this hospital and community need, thank you," added Spheekas. "For those who have not yet joined us, please get on board. It's the only way to help and protect the people of this vibrant and important city."
The new agreement includes numerous workplace enhancements and improvements, including:
Staffing Improvements
Charge nurses will not have a patient assignment in the ICU and on the medical/surgical and telemetry units during the day and evening shifts. In addition, charge nurses will have no more than three patients during the night shifts. This is expected to significantly improve patient care conditions at Lawrence General as it will allow charge nurses to coordinate the overall needs of patients and nurses, as well as the workflow on each individual floor/unit. It will also allow the charge nurses to assist colleagues with more complex cases, while also picking up patient assignments should staff become overburdened.
Wages that Will Improve Nurse Recruitment and Retention
- For regular RNs, the elimination of a 20-year "tenure requirement" that previously stalled members on the wage scale at Step 19.
- Retroactive pay
- Over the three-year contract, regular nurses will see wage improvements of between 5% and 6.5% depending on their step placement. Per diem nurses will also see wage increases of up to 6.5%, with a marked improvement to the lower portion of that scale in the hopes that it will help recruit and retain newer nurses to the hospital.
Health Insurance
- Access to the health insurance program for part-time nurses working at least 20 hours per week
- Expansion of some "Tier 1" services which will provide nurses with more healthcare options/choices
- Preservation of the plans existing costs and benefits through 2024
The newly ratified contract will run through September 30, 2024.
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A look at what’s happening around the majors on Saturday:
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THE FUTURE IS NOW
The All-Star Game festivities start in earnest with the Futures Game, where some of the best prospects in Major League Baseball will play a seven-inning matchup at Dodger Stadium.
Among the minor leaguers set to play are: 20-year-old Mets catcher Francisco Álvarez, the No. 2-rated prospect in the majors; Texas pitcher Jack Leiter, son of former big league pitcher Al Leiter; and Washington second baseman Darren Baker, son of Houston manager Dusty Baker.
Former All-Star catcher and longtime manager Mike Scioscia will guide the NL squad, back in the ballpark where his Los Angeles Dodgers won two World Series championships. Three-time All-Star shortstop Jimmy Rollins will manage the AL side.
V FOR VERLANDER
Justin Verlander wraps up a dominant first half in his return from Tommy John surgery when he starts at home for Houston against the A’s.
Verlander (11-3, 2.00 ERA) tries to become the first pitcher in the majors this season with 12 wins. He’s won three straight starts, allowing just two earned runs in 21 innings.
This is the ninth time Verlander has been chosen as an All-Star. With the Midsummer Classic on Tuesday, it’s uncertain whether the 38-year-old right-hander will be able to pitch an inning in the game on only two days’ rest.
SEE YOU SOON?
Several big hitters will face each other, ahead of possibly squaring off in the All-Star Home Run Derby on Monday night in Los Angeles.
At Nationals Park, Ronald Acuña Jr. and the Braves will take on Juan Soto and Washington. In Texas, Mariners rookie Julio Rodríguez plays against Corey Seager and the Rangers.
CENTRALIZATION
Dylan Bundy and the Minnesota Twins aim to extend their AL Central lead when they host the White Sox at Target Field.
Bundy (5-4, 4.68 ERA) is trying to regain his form after winning his first three start of the season. He’s won just two of his last 13 outings.
Lance Lynn (1-2, 6.97) was tagged by Cleveland for a season-high eight runs in four innings in his last start.
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Preliminary Dose Escalation Data on ROS1-selective Inhibitor NVL-520 to be Presented in the "New Drugs on the Horizon" Oral Plenary Session
New Preclinical Data to be Presented on Parallel-lead, Clinical-stage Candidate NVL-655, an ALK-selective Inhibitor
Selection of Third Development Candidate NVL-330, a Potential Best-in-Class HER2-selective Inhibitor for Patients with HER2 Exon 20 Insertion-Positive Cancers, and Preclinical Characterization to be Presented
Company Plans to Host Conference Call in Conjunction with Data Presentation on October 28, 2022
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nuvalent, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUVL), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on creating precisely targeted therapies for clinically proven kinase targets in cancer, today announced it will present preliminary dose escalation data from its ongoing ARROS-1 Phase 1/2 clinical trial of NVL-520 for patients with advanced ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and other solid tumors during an oral plenary session at the 34th EORTC-NCI-AACR (ENA) Symposium taking place October 26-28, 2022 in Barcelona, Spain. In addition, new preclinical data will be presented in poster sessions for its ALK-selective inhibitor NVL-655 and its recently nominated HER2-selective inhibitor, NVL-330.
The NVL-520 oral presentation represents the first report of preliminary safety and clinical activity data from the dose-escalation portion of the company's ongoing Phase 1/2 ARROS-1 study, evaluating NVL-520 in patients with advanced ROS1-positive NSCLC and other solid tumors. NVL-520 has been designed to address the clinical challenges of emergent treatment resistance, off-target central nervous system (CNS) adverse events, and brain metastases that may limit the use of currently available ROS1 kinase inhibitors. The ARROS-1 clinical trial is continuing to enroll patients in the Phase 1 portion of the study.
The NVL-655 poster presentation will describe new preclinical data demonstrating activity of NVL-655 in additional models derived from patients who have progressed on treatment with earlier-generation ALK inhibitors. NVL-655 has previously demonstrated the potential for a best-in-class profile through broad preclinical activity across diverse ALK oncoproteins, single and compound resistance mutations, and tumor types while maintaining strong selectivity for ALK over TRKB and CNS penetrance.
Clinical investigation of NVL-655 is currently ongoing in the Phase 1 portion of the ALKOVE-1 Phase 1/2 study of NVL-655 for patients with advanced ALK-positive NSCLC and other solid tumors. Nuvalent also continues to advance a discovery program for ALK IXDN compound mutations and plans to leverage insights from the ALKOVE-1 clinical trial to guide development candidate selection, which is no longer planned for 2022.
Nuvalent recently selected NVL-330 as the development candidate from its HER2 exon 20 insertion discovery program. Preclinical characterization of NVL-330 as a HER2-selective, brain-penetrant, small molecule inhibitor with activity against HER2 exon 20 insertion mutations will be shared in a poster presentation.
Nuvalent plans to host a conference call and webcast in conjunction with the data presentation on October 28, 2022. Details for the conference call will be provided at a future date, and, once available, presentation and poster information will be archived on the Nuvalent website at www.nuvalent.com.
Title: Safety and preliminary clinical activity of NVL-520, a highly selective ROS1 inhibitor, in patients with advanced ROS1 fusion-positive solid tumors
Abstract Number: ENA22-0275
Session Topic: Molecular Targeted Agents
Session Title: New Drugs on the Horizon, Plenary Session 6
Session Date and Time: October 28, 2022, 1:00 p.m. - 1:10 p.m. CEST
Presenter: Alexander Drilon, M.D. (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA)
Title: Preclinical activity of NVL-655 in patient-derived models of ALK cancers, including those with lorlatinib-resistant G1202R/L1196M compound mutation
Abstract Number: ENA22-0105
Session Title: Poster Session, Molecular Targeted Agents 2
Session Date and Time: October 27, 2022, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CEST
Presenter: Anupong Tangpeerachaikul, Ph.D. (Nuvalent, Cambridge, USA)
Title: NVL-330 is a selective, brain-penetrant inhibitor of oncogenic HER2 exon 20 insertion mutations in preclinical models
Abstract Number: ENA22-0150
Session Title: Poster Session, Molecular Targeted Agents 2
Session Date and Time: October 27, 2022, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CEST
Presenter: Kristin L. Andrews, Ph.D. (Nuvalent, Cambridge, USA)
NVL-520 is a novel brain-penetrant ROS1-selective inhibitor designed to remain active in tumors that have developed resistance to currently available ROS1 inhibitors, including tumors with the prevalent G2032R resistance mutation and those with the S1986Y/F, L2026M, or D2033N resistance mutations. NVL-520 has been optimized for brain penetrance to potentially improve treatment options for patients with brain metastases. NVL-520 has been observed in preclinical studies to selectively inhibit wild-type ROS1 and its resistance variants over the structurally related tropomyosin receptor kinase (TRK) family to potentially avoid TRK-related CNS adverse events seen with dual TRK/ROS1 inhibitors and drive more durable responses for patients. NVL-520 is currently being investigated in the ARROS-1 study (NCT05118789), a first-in-human Phase 1/2 clinical trial for patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and other solid tumors.
NVL-655 is a novel brain-penetrant ALK-selective inhibitor created to overcome limitations observed with currently available ALK inhibitors. NVL-655 is designed to remain active in tumors that have developed resistance to first-, second-, and third-generation ALK inhibitors, including tumors with the solvent front G1202R mutation or compound mutations G1202R / L1196M ("GRLM"), G1202R / G1269A ("GRGA"), or G1202R/L1198F ("GRLF"). NVL-655 has been optimized for CNS penetrance to improve treatment options for patients with brain metastases. NVL-655 has been observed in preclinical studies to selectively inhibit wild-type ALK and its resistance variants over the structurally related tropomyosin receptor kinase (TRK) family to potentially avoid TRK-related CNS adverse events seen with dual TRK/ALK inhibitors and drive more durable responses for patients. NVL-655 is currently being investigated in the ALKOVE-1 study (NCT05384626), a first-in-human Phase 1/2 clinical trial for patients with advanced ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and other solid tumors.
NVL-330 is a novel, selective, brain-penetrant HER2 inhibitor designed to treat patients with HER2 exon 20 insertion-positive tumors, including those with brain metastases, and to minimize adverse events and dose-limiting toxicities related to off-target inhibition of epidermal growth factor receptor ("EGFR" or "ErbB1"), a HER2 family member.
Nuvalent, Inc. (Nasdaq: NUVL) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on creating precisely targeted therapies for patients with cancer, designed to overcome the limitations of existing therapies for clinically proven kinase targets. Leveraging deep expertise in chemistry and structure-based drug design, we develop innovative small molecules that have the potential to overcome resistance, minimize adverse events, address brain metastases, and drive more durable responses. Nuvalent is advancing a robust pipeline with parallel lead programs in ROS1-positive and ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), along with multiple discovery-stage research programs. We routinely post information that may be important to investors on our website at www.nuvalent.com. Follow us on Twitter (@nuvalent) and LinkedIn.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, including, without limitation, implied and express statements regarding Nuvalent's strategy, business plans, and focus; the preclinical and clinical development programs for NVL-520, NVL-655 and NVL-330 the potential clinical effect of NVL-520 and NVL-655; the design and enrollment of the ARROS-1 and ALKOVE-1 studies; the potential of Nuvalent's pipeline programs, including NVL-520, NVL-655 and NVL-330; Nuvalent's plans for ALK IXDN; data readouts and presentations; Nuvalent's research and development programs for the treatment of cancer; and risks and uncertainties associated with drug development. The words "may," "might," "will," "could," "would," "should," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," "aim," "goal," "intend," "believe," "expect," "estimate," "seek," "predict," "future," "project," "potential," "continue," "target" or the negative of these terms and similar words or expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Drug development and commercialization involve a high degree of risk, and only a small number of research and development programs result in commercialization of a product. You should not place undue reliance on these statements or the scientific data presented. Any forward-looking statements in this press release are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and important factors that may cause actual events or results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by any forward-looking statements contained in this press release, including, without limitation: risks that Nuvalent may not fully enroll the ARROS-1 or ALKOVE-1 studies or that enrollment will take longer than expected; unexpected concerns that may arise from additional data, analysis, or results obtained during clinical trials; the occurrence of adverse safety events; risks of unexpected costs, delays, or other unexpected hurdles; risks that Nuvalent may not be able to nominate drug candidates from its ALK IXDN and other discovery programs; the direct or indirect impact of COVID-19 or other global geopolitical circumstances on the timing and anticipated timing and results of Nuvalent's clinical trials, strategy, and future operations, including the ARROS-1 and ALKOVE-1 studies; the timing and outcome of Nuvalent's planned interactions with regulatory authorities; and obtaining, maintaining, and protecting its intellectual property. These and other risks and uncertainties are described in greater detail in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022, as well as any subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent Nuvalent's views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. Nuvalent explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
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SAVANNAH — The Georgia Historical Society, in conjunction with the Lillian E. Smith Center at Piedmont University, has dedicated a new Georgia Civil Rights Trail historical marker recognizing Lillian Eugenia Smith.
Lillian E. Smith was a writer and outspoken supporter of the Civil Rights Movement who spoke out against segregation, racism, and white supremacy. She promoted open discussions regarding social issues faced by black and white women, and she and her life partner provided a platform for other writers to provide honest assessments of life in the South through the literary journal, Pseudopodia. She is also the author of “Strange Fruit” (1944) and “Killers of the Dream” (1949).
“The Lillian E. Smith historical marker joins over 50 historical markers across the state highlighting the struggle for human and civil rights in Georgia,” GHS Marker Manager Elyse Butler said in a news release. “Lillian E. Smith was a prolific writer, discussing and publishing controversial views on women’s rights and civil rights during a period when white women did not discuss these topics in public.”
The dedication took place on Wednesday at 496 Hershey Lane in Clayton. Speakers included Matthew Teutsch, director of the Lillian E. Smith Center; Kurt Cannon, mayor of Clayton; the Rev. Tim Garvin-Leighton, Piedmont University campus minister; Keri Leigh Merritt, author and historian; and Elyse Butler, Georgia Historical Society marker manager. There will also be performances from the Haystack Choir and Catherine Gunn.
The Georgia Historical Society’s Georgia Civil Rights Trail initiative focuses broadly on the economic, social, political, and cultural history of the Civil Rights Movement. Specifically, roadside historical markers tell the story of the movement in Georgia by guiding audiences to the sites where history happened, inviting them to stand on the ground where struggles and events took place, and providing a foundation upon which to build and cultivate a deeper understanding of the past and its relevance to the present. The Georgia Civil Rights Trail highlights significant events from communities around the state to illustrate the overarching themes of education, leadership, massive resistance, white backlash, desegregation and voting rights.
For more information about the Lillian E. Smith historical marker or the Georgia Historical Society marker program, contact Keith Strigaro, director of communications, at (912) 651-2125, extension 153, or by email at kstrigaro@georgiahistory.com.
The Smith marker reads:
Lillian E. Smith, 1897-1966
Lillian Eugenia Smith was born in 1897 in Jasper, Florida, moving with her family to Clayton, Georgia, in 1915. After attending Piedmont College and Peabody Conservatory, she taught in China before returning to Clayton to work at Laurel Falls Camp, her family’s camp for girls. As camp director, she led discussions about controversial societal issues, particularly on gender and race. Smith openly challenged Jim Crow and provided a critical white voice on Southern race relations through her writings, including the novel “Strange Fruit” and memoir “Killers of the Dream,” and a literary magazine co-edited with her life partner, Paula Snelling. Through her involvement with Civil Rights organizations, Smith became friends with Martin Luther King Jr., who referenced Smith in his “Letter from a Birmingham Jail.” Smith died in 1966 and is buried at Laurel Falls Camp.
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NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. ("Aurinia" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AUPH) 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-02185, is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired Aurinia securities between May 7, 2021 and February 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 Aurinia securities during the Class Period, you have until June 14, 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.
Aurinia is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes therapies to treat various diseases with unmet medical need in Japan and the People's Republic of China. The Company's only product is LUPKYNIS, which it offers for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis.
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) Aurinia was experiencing declining revenues; (ii) Aurinia's 2022 sales outlook for LUPKYNIS would fall well short of expectations; (iii) accordingly, the Company had significantly overstated LUPKYNIS's commercial prospects; (iv) as a result, the Company had overstated its financial position and/or prospects for 2022; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
On February 28, 2022, Aurinia issued a press release announcing its financial results for the quarter and full year ended December 31, 2021. Among other items, Aurinia reported a year-over-year revenue decline and announced a lower-than-expected sales outlook for 2022.
On this news, Aurinia's common share price fell $3.94 per share, or 24.26%, to close at $12.30 per share on February 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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AUSTIN (KXAN) — A new statewide program launched this week to help eligible low-income Texas homeowners and renters pay utility bills.
The Texas Utility Help (TXUH) program has over $50 million ready for Texas homeowners and renters in need, according to a press release from the program.
The TXUH program will help distribute federal funding from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program, the release said.
Texas homeowners and renters should send an application for Texas Utility Help if their household income is at or below 150% of federal poverty income guidelines. The maximum household income depends on the number of people living in the household. Full eligibility criteria are available at TexasUtilityHelp.com .
How the program works
Applicants can receive help for total past due amounts for electricity, natural gas and propane plus up to $2,400 in prospective payments.
For water and wastewater assistance, applicants can pay off their total past due payments and up to $600 in prospective payments. Payments are sent directly to the utility company on behalf of the applicant.
For more information and questions, the call center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 855-566-2057. Help is available in multiple languages. | https://cw33.com/news/local/statewide-program-launches-to-help-low-income-texans-pay-utilities/ | 2022-07-08T19:44:36Z |
Which llama toys are best?
Llamas have become quite popular in recent years. With their fuzzy bodies and friendly faces, you just can’t help but be captivated by the cute critter. With the holiday season in full swing, a llama toy is an excellent choice for any child on your gift list. If you’re looking for the perfect llama, look no further than Zuru’s Pets Alive Rainbow Bonnie Booty Shakin’ Llama.
What to know before you buy a llama toy
Before you make your purchase, take into consideration the age of the recipient. Infants and younger children will probably want something that they can snuggle with, like something stuffed or plush. Older kids might prefer an action toy. Choose something that is easy to clean and can be carried around with minimal effort.
Softness
Most smaller kids love stuffed animals. They are easy to store and great for cuddling. These toys help to provide a great variety amongst a growing stuffed animal collection. Plush toys are great to sleep with and can provide a sense of companionship.
Action
Kids are often fascinated by flashing lights and interesting sounds. Toys that move and groove can be a lot of fun for children who tend to get bored easily or simply like a little excitement. These toys tend to use batteries or need to be plugged in. Be sure to read all of the instructions, and have extra batteries on hand. They can also be loud or bright, so be cautious with these during quiet hours, like nap time and bedtime.
Even if the llama toy isn’t electronic, look for something that provides a bit of stimulation. A llama toy can be a great educational tool.
Ease of use
Since most llama toys are white or light in color, keep in mind that they may need to be cleaned more than other toys. Lighter colors tend to collect more dust and show dirt easier, so look for something that is simple to take care of.
Electronic toys can’t be thrown in the washing machine, so read the care instructions before you try to clean them. A good rule of thumb is to avoid any toxic chemicals when cleaning the item to keep children from making contact with the cleansing solution.
Pick a llama toy that can be transported from the living room to the playroom fairly easily. It’s also a good rule of thumb to select something that is small enough to carry but too big to misplace.
What to look for in a llama toy
Whether you’re looking for a gift for a small child or an older kid, there are a few things to consider before making a purchase.
Materials
If you are choosing a plush llama toy, you’ll want to make sure that the materials are safe and comfortable. The softer the stuffed animal is, the more appealing it will be for the child. You want to pick something that is huggable and easy to squeeze, not something that is scratchy or itchy.
If you’re going the electronic variety, there is a chance that the item will be constructed from some sort of hard plastic. Always check thoroughly to make sure that it’s non-toxic and BPA-free.
Quality
If the llama toy comes in a box, make sure that the box is sealed and that it’s not a returned item. With return policies so generous these days, it’s important to do our own due diligence.
When it comes to a stuffed toy, be sure that all of the small parts are sewn on well and that the stitching is intact. Double-check that there is no filling coming out at the seams.
Accessories
If your llama toy comes with extra pieces, take an inventory of what is included. Small pieces can become hazardous or get lost easily, so take that into consideration. If you are gifting this type of llama toy to a smaller child, always check the age suggestions on the tag or box before making your decision.
How much you can expect to spend on a llama toy
The average price can range from $15-$20.
Llama toys FAQ
Are llama toys too trendy?
A. Even though the llama is more popular than ever, the good news is that it will never go out of style. Chances are that another animal will come along that will be all the rage for toys, home decor and funny memes, but the llama is here to stay. Beyond being a cute addition to a toy collection, a llama toy is a great way to teach children all about the amazing animal.
Is a llama toy a good holiday gift?
A. A llama toy is a great gift, whether it’s for a holiday, birthday or any occasion in between. Kids can be hard to buy for if you don’t know what they like. That’s why a llama toy is a great go-to. It’s a simple solution when you’re not sure what to buy.
What are the best llama toys to buy?
Top llama toy
Zuru’s Pets Alive Rainbow Bonnie Booty Shakin’ Llama
What you need to know: This dancing llama toy will bring any party to life. It comes with songs that the whole family can enjoy.
What you’ll love: Her head twirls, and she can spin in full circles.
What you should consider: It comes with four AA batteries, but it’s a good idea to have extras available.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top llama toy for the money
Bearington Alma Plush Stuffed Animal Llama
What you need to know: It’s designed for children over 12 months, and the fabric should be spot cleaned instead of machine washed.
What you’ll love: This llama is extra soft and was made for cuddling.
What you should consider: While it’s a super snuggly llama plush toy, the face is not as smiley as some other llama toys.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This 10-inch toy is the perfect fit for small hands, and it can be tossed into the washing machine.
What you’ll love: It’s extremely soft and has sewn-on, baby-proof detailing.
What you should consider: Even though it’s washer-friendly, it’s not made to go in the dryer. Let it air out naturally to ensure that it keeps its shape.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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TUCSON, Ariz., June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is being issued by Colambda Technologies (Pink OTC: NCRE):
Colambda Technologies Inc, formerly named New Century Resources Corporation proudly announces, its subsidiary, Job Aire Group (JAG) www.jobairegroup.us , has opened a satellite office in Mexico City giving it greater access to international markets.
Nick Ammons, JAG President, indicated the year-to-date revenues are over $10,000,000 (ten million dollars). Ammons expects to grow JAG, diversify its market presence, and facilitate Colambda Technologies' move into manufacturing of the Emissions Zero Module technology on a much larger scale.
JAG was acquired to facilitate the development of Colambda Technologies' flagship product, the Emissions Zero Module, for use on piston driven general aviation (GA) aircraft and to obtain Premarket Approval from the FAA for use on all GA aircraft. JAG is a multi-technical aviation company specializing in contract labor, aircraft and engine inspection, and aeronautical engineering. The company also assists clients with aircraft repair and refurbishment.
Explanatory Note
Colambda Technologies Inc is awaiting final FINRA/OTC approval on a new ticker symbol and completion of the previously announced merger contemplated by a Merger Agreement entered into on November 19, 2021, between New Century Resources Corporation and privately held Emissions Zero Module, Inc., (EZM), a Wyoming company. Although final closing of the merger has not yet been completed, FINRA/OTC required the parties to file the certificates of merger with their respective states prior to final closing. As a result, for corporate state law purposes, the entities have merged. The Company filed an amendment to its certificate of incorporation to change its name to Colambda Technologies, Inc. The name change became effective under Nevada law on January 4, 2022. Job Aire Group was acquired by Emissions Zero Module, Inc on January 1, 2022.
The Company previously filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission a definitive Proxy Statement with respect to the Merger and proposed related transactions, (filed on December 12, 2021).
See SEC website for a copy of filing: https://www.sec.gov/edgar/browse/?CIK=1104462.
Upon completion of the merger and following FINRA/OTC approval the Company intends to file a Form 8-K with the SEC that will include information relative to the new management, financial condition and financial statements as required under SEC regulations to include the business of EZM and JAG.
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Real Betis and Valencia lose ahead of Copa del Rey final
By TALES AZZONI
AP Sports Writer
MADRID (AP) — Real Betis has missed a chance to move closer to the Champions League places after a 1-0 loss at home to Elche in the Spanish league. The defeat came in Betis’ last match before the Copa del Rey final against Valencia on Saturday in Seville. Valencia also lost 2-0 at Villarreal. An 82nd-minute goal by Tete Morente ended Betis’ hopes of joining the group in the qualification zone for the Champions League. A win would have left Manuel Pellegrini’s team tied on points with second-place Barcelona, third-place Sevilla and fourth-place Atlético Madrid. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/19/real-betis-and-valencia-lose-ahead-of-copa-del-rey-final/ | 2022-04-19T23:06:27Z |
The following is a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.
Movies
Netflix’s “The Sea Beast” brings a “Moby Dick”-like tale down to kid size. The rollicking ocean adventure, directed by “Big Hero 6” filmmaker Chris Williams, is about an orphan British girl (voiced by Zaris-Angel Hator) who stows away on a ship hunting sea beasts. The veteran animator Williams, who co-directed “Moana,” returns to the high-seas for a swashbuckling tale made with the kind of accomplished animation often only found on the big screen. It debuts Friday, July 8.
The Criterion Channel has a new film series sure to knock you out. “In the Ring: Boxing On-Screen” brings together 16 bobbing-and-weaving movies, from the 1927 Alfred Hitchcock silent “The Ring” to Martin Scorsese’s 1980 masterpiece “Raging Bull.” The series, streaming in July, argues that boxing and cinema grew in tandem, and remain uniquely suited to one another. Two highlights: “The Set-Up,” Robert Wise’s sweaty 1949 noir with Robert Ryan as a washed-up boxer whose manager sets him up to take a dive; and Leon Gast’s 1996 documentary classic “When We Were Kings,” about the Muhammad Ali-George Foreman 1974 bout, the “Rumble in the Jungle.”
— AP Film Writer Jake Coyle
Music
Neil Young isn’t finished opening his vaults. On Friday, July 8, he’s releasing the shelved Crazy Horse album “Toast,” a set they recorded in 2001 at Toast Studios in San Francisco. “‘Toast’ is an album that stands on its own in my collection,” Young wrote last year. “Unlike any other, ‘Toast’ was so sad that I couldn’t put it out. I just skipped it and went on to do another album in its place. I couldn’t handle it at that time.” The seven songs on “Toast” explore a broken relationship. In the last song, “Boom Boom Boom,” Young sings: “All I got is a broken heart, and I don’t try to hide it when I play my guitar.”
Quick, what was the name of the first album Elton John ever recorded? If you answered “Empty Sky,” close, but wrong. It’s actually “Regimental Sgt. Zippo,” a 12-track album that the then-unknown teenager John — credited as Reg Dwight — recorded in 1968 at age 19 with lyricist Bernie Taupin that was shelved. It had a limited release on Record Store Day in 2021, but now it will be available on LP, CD and streaming. Beatles harmonies, harpsichords and flute-like sounds permeate the album, which The Guardian says has a “naïve, endearing charm” and the title track has a trippy animated video.
Journey’s “Let It Rain” is one of the singles ahead of the band’s next studio album, “Freedom,” set for release Friday, July 8 “that brings back the grand scale of the group’s greatest moments, along with updated and bold new directions and sounds,” says the band. It’s their first project of new material since 2011’s “Eclipse.” The new record also features the tracks “You Got the Best of Me” and “The Way We Used to Be.”
— AP Entertainment Writer Mark Kennedy
Television
Writer and commentator Baratunde Thurston goes big with a region-by-region trek in “America Outdoors,” debuting Tuesday on PBS. In an effort to understand Americans’ “complicated relationship” with the natural world, the six-part series visits with people including wilderness pilots in Idaho; Appalachian coal miners who have turned to beekeeping; Black surfers in Los Angeles, and an ultramarathoner in California’s Death Valley. Getting in touch with nature and those attuned to it proved to be one of “the best things I could do with my time,” Thurston says.
In the Hulu comedy “Maggie,” a professional psychic who sees her own future is in for a rough romantic ride. Maggie, played by Rebecca Rittenhouse, gets glimpses of a maybe not-so-happily-ever life after she gives a reading to customer Ben (David Del Rio). Her forecast has them married and parents, but then he moves into her apartment building with a present-day girlfriend. Will love and, more importantly, hilarity ensue? Nichole Sakura, Leonardo Nam and Chris Elliott co-star in the 13-episode series debuting in full on Wednesday.
Think you’re competitive? The 28 contestants on “The Challenge: USA” have already proven their mettle — in one fashion or another — on “Survivor,” “The Amazing Race,” “Big Brother” and “Love Island.” Players will face mental and physical contests in the series arriving with a 90-minute episode on Wednesday on CBS (streaming on Paramount+). T.J. Lavin hosts the first network broadcast of MTV’s international reality franchise, with “Survivor” winners Tyson Apostol, Ben Driebergen and Sarah Lacina among those vying for the $500,000 grand prize.
— AP Television Writer Lynn Elber | https://www.tdtnews.com/entertainment/article_65983502-f974-11ec-9ec5-3b7b47816f9f.html | 2022-07-05T07:48:38Z |
PEMBROKE, N.C., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 4th annual Lumbee Film Festival returns with eighteen new films directed by Indigenous filmmakers screening over four days during the 2022 Lumbee Homecoming celebration in Pembroke, North Carolina. This year's festival is presented by the North Carolina Museum of Art and includes live music, film, food, and fellowship.
According to the festival's founding director Kim Pevia, "Each year, the Lumbee Film Festival gets better and better. I am so excited about this year's lineup of new films. Some are traditional and some have us thinking out of the box. Some are local and some are far away. Just like in real life. Something for everyone. Come join us. You will be glad you did."
The festival's Opening Night Shorts block entitled "The Sun Shines, The Water Flows" starts at 7pm on Thursday, June 30 and includes films by Lumbee youth like "Climate Change" made through the Unlocking Silent Histories project as well as films from the Wapikoni Mobile collective from Canada.
On Friday night, The Transcenders, a feature film by Montana Cypress (Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida) will start at 7pm followed by a discussion with the filmmaker. The film follows the struggles of two brothers who find a remedy that promises to "transform their primitive behavior" as they transition to life in the city which differs greatly from their upbringing on the reservation. Cypress will also be in attendance for a live table read of an upcoming screenplay on Saturday at 4pm.
The "Roots Run Deep" shorts block starts at 7pm on Saturday and includes LFF Alum Justin Deegan's poetic documentary Concrete 49, a subtle examination of the lives of indigenous people living in New York City. The "All My Relations" shorts block brings together five dramatic works to close out the festival's survey of short form indigenous cinema and screens on Sunday at 5pm.
The festival closes on Sunday, July 3 at 7pm with a screening of RUMBLE: The Indians Who Rocked the World, an electrifying look at the Native American influence in popular music and how artists like North Carolina's own Link Wray helped to define its evolution and forever changed the trajectory of rock n' roll. Before the film, Robeson county native and Lumbee Tribe member Charly Lowry will perform a mixture of her well-known songs along with new works.
All screenings are free and open to the public, taking place in the Thomas Business Building Auditorium on the campus of the University of North Carolina Pembroke. The Lumbee Film Festival is organized through a partnership with the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina and is funded by the North Carolina Museum of Art, ARRAY, SouthArts and the NC Arts Council.
For the full festival schedule visit https://www.cucalorus.org/lumbee-film-festival/.
Media Contacts: Kim Pevia / kimpevia@gmail.com
Dan Brawley / dan@cucalorus.org / 910.599.0476
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Supreme Court rules religious schools can get Maine tuition aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that religious schools can’t be excluded from a Maine program that offers tuition aid for private education, a decision that could ease religious organizations’ access to taxpayer money.
The most immediate effect of the court’s 6-3 decision beyond Maine will be next door in Vermont, which has a similar program.
But the outcome also could fuel a renewed push for school choice programs in some of the 18 states that have so far not directed taxpayer money to private, religious education.
Chief Justice John Roberts wrote for a conservative majority that the program violates the Constitution’s protections for religious freedoms.
“Maine’s ‘nonsectarian’ requirement for its otherwise generally available tuition assistance payments violates the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment. Regardless of how the benefit and restriction are described, the program operates to identify and exclude otherwise eligible schools on the basis of their religious exercise,” Roberts wrote.
The court’s three liberal justices dissented. “This Court continues to dismantle the wall of separation between church and state that the Framers fought to build,” Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote.
The ruling is the latest in a line of decisions from the Supreme Court that have favored religion-based discrimination claims. The court is separately weighing the case of a football coach who says he has a First Amendment right to pray at midfield immediately after games.
In largely rural Maine, the state allows families who live in towns that don’t have public schools to receive public tuition dollars to send their children to the public or private school of their choosing. The program has excluded religious schools.
Students who live in a district with public schools or in a district that contracts with another public system are ineligible for the tuition program.
Parents who challenged the program argued that the exclusion of religious schools violates their religious rights under the Constitution. Teacher unions and school boards said states can impose limits on public money for private education without running afoul of religious freedoms.
Most of the justices attended religious schools, and several send or have sent their children to them.
In the Maine case, parents sued in federal court to be able to use state aid to send their children to Christian schools in Bangor and Waterville. The schools in question, Bangor Christian School and Temple Academy, are uncertain whether they would accept public funds, according to court filings.
The Bangor school said it would not hire teachers or admit students who are transgender. Both schools said they do not hire gay or lesbian teachers, according to court records.
In 2020, the high court ruled 5-4 that states must give religious schools the same access to public funding that other private schools receive, preserving a Montana scholarship program that had largely benefited students at religious institutions.
In that case, the court said states don’t have to allow public money to be used in private education. But they can’t keep religious schools out of such programs, once created.
But even after that ruling, the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the Maine program, holding that the state was not violating anyone’s constitutional rights by refusing to allow taxpayer money to be used for religious instruction. The three-judge panel included retired Justice David Souter, who occasionally hears cases in the appeals court.
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Which travel laundry bag is best?
Separate the whites, group the colors and air dry anything that can shrink — we all are familiar with the set of rules that should be followed when doing a load of laundry. Whether you enjoy doing yours indoors or outdoors, it can become a chore for many of us, especially if you have several piles of clothes you need to tackle. When you’re on a vacation this becomes even more apparent when you need to separate your dirty clothes from your clean ones until you can make a trip to the local laundromat. If you find yourself traveling often, a laundry bag is a necessity for stowing away your unwashed garments.
If you’re looking for a great laundry bag that doesn’t require electricity or batteries, the Scrubba Portable Wash Bag is a solid choice.
What to know before you buy a travel laundry bag
When you’re on shorter trips separating your clean clothes from the dirty ones is paramount. This not only keeps things organized and hygienic in your bag; it also allows you to easily throw your soiled items into the wash when you get home. However, you can find yourself in a bit of a pickle if you’re on a longer trip and your dirty clothes are adding bulk to your bag by being separated. In cases like these, it’s best to find ways to wash your clothes on trips so that they can be worn again rather than being tucked away.
Material
Laundry bags will usually be crafted out of mesh, cotton or vinyl. Breathable mesh and waterproof bags are the best options for preventing mold when traveling in countries with hot and humid weather. A durable heavy-duty bag, however, will withstand a lot of weight and hold up over time even after multiple uses. These kinds of bags are usually made with reinforced nylon, so they are very durable.
Style
Different bags will feature a variety of designs and styles you can pick from such as ones with a single handle, backpack straps and cross-body. Each one will also have either a zipper, drawstring, button or snap closure. Outside of whichever style the bag is designed in, you can also choose between a traditional laundry bag you can throw in the wash or a smart tech one similar to the Scrubba that doubles as a carryall dirty laundry bag and on-the-go washing machine.
Types
When looking for the best travel laundry bag that suits you, it’s important to consider how often you’ll be traveling and for how long. During shorter travels to different places, a bag that is lightweight and easily foldable is ideal. However, if you are on a long camping trip or staying somewhere with a washing machine setup, then a pop-up laundry basket is a better fit since it can hold more items at a time.
Local drop-off services
There are plenty of laundry washing services available worldwide that are readily available to any traveler. In busier places with lots of tourists, you can easily find places where you can do all of your dirty laundry at low rates. Depending on which country you are in, your clothes may be hand-washed by employees or run through a cycle on a washing machine and then hung to dry. Due to this process, you can expect an average turnaround time of 24 hours. Keep track of which items you dropped off so that you can avoid any issues with missing items.
Local laundromats
If you choose to stay at a hotel or a hostel when traveling, they will most likely have a laundry room available. Most are coin-operated, which makes them even more convenient to use. Most hostel and hotel accommodations will also include individual amenities like detergent and softener that you can buy for a small fee; this way you don’t have to add even more bulk and weight to your bag. However, it is recommended to pack one or two travel-sized detergent packs just in case.
Hand-washing
This is a great option for those who are more budget-conscious or who may not be able to find local laundry services. Luckily, hand-washing can be done anywhere no matter where you are staying and doesn’t require a difficult setup to do so. Since you will have to hang your clothes to dry it is best to bring along a clothesline or simple string that you can use to hang everything on. You can buy detergent locally or use shampoo, body wash or a bar of soap as an alternative.
How much does a travel laundry bag cost?
Most bags will cost between $6 and $50 depending on what material they are made from, its durability, size and accompanying accessories.
Travel laundry bag FAQ
Q. How many pieces of clothes can you fit in a travel laundry bag?
A. Bags that are more heavy-duty and larger in capacity can fit lighter items such as shirts, shorts, bathing suits, underwear, etc. without any issues. However, heavier clothing pieces like jeans and trousers can fit inside but are more likely to make your laundry bag bulkier and heavier. Smaller bags that can be folded down are less likely to fit other large items like jackets, jeans and shoes.
Q. Do laundry bags add bulk and weight to luggage?
A. Travel laundry bags are usually made from pretty lightweight fabrics that can be folded up or tucked away when not in use. Bags that are made from thicker materials like nylon and polyurethane are more difficult to store in luggage but do hold up better over time despite typical wear and tear.
Q. Do travel laundry bags come with other laundry essentials?
A. Unfortunately, you will have to buy other essential items like detergent, fabric softener, clothespins and a clothesline if necessary. But luckily, most brands have travel-sized products that you can use and store with ease.
What’s the best travel laundry bag to buy?
Top travel laundry bag
What you need to know: You can conveniently do your laundry wherever you are and whenever you feel like it, by filling the bag with water, soap and your dirty clothes.
What you’ll love: The entire process involves six simple steps and doesn’t require electricity. Once you clip the bag’s top and let out excess air, you start its cleaning process by rubbing the bag’s outer layer so that the flexible internal washboard can start cleaning your items.
What you should consider: Some users report that it’s not worth the price once you take into account the price of the bag itself and the other items you have to purchase to use it.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top laundry bag for the money
Kikkerland Travel-Size Laundry Bag
What you need to know: A great addition to your travel kit thanks to how easily it can fold down to pocket size for maximum storage, which is ideal if you’re traveling with just a carry-on.
What you’ll love: Although this extremely easy-to-fold bag is known to be smaller than other available options, it’s still an ideal choice for solo travelers since it’s both lightweight and easy to store.
What you should consider: If you plan on taking a trip with others, it’s recommended that you buy more than one per family member or friend.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
BINGONE Set of 5 Waterproof Drawstring Bag
What you need to know: Each bag in this set is also waterproof thanks to the PE plastic material, which works well at keeping water at bay.
What you’ll love: You can store things quickly and easily with the convenient drawstring closure opening which has a 16-inch shoulder drop. Choose from various eye-catching colors and sizes that will help you distinguish which items you packed in each one respectively.
What you should consider: If you don’t want to store clothing items inside, the bags are also great for keeping bottles, toiletries and other essential items safe.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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The Bitcoin-multiplying fund for crypto-bullish investors is now open for trading
LAS VEGAS , May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ICOA Inc. (OTC PINK: ICOA), a publicly-traded Nevada-based company that acquires exciting blockchain-driven ventures, has announced that The ICOA Fund is now live and available for subscription.
As a Bitcoin-denominated sub-fund of a VCC structure regulated under the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), The ICOA Fund's principal strategy is to identify opportunities on the volatility surface, to exploit arbitrage opportunities in key derivatives markets, and to incorporate AI and quantitative methodologies to scale in on promising options.
It offers unparalleled safety features like insurance coverage and underwriting for public offering security insurance (POSI).
The fund's crypto assets are safeguarded through a hybrid infrastructure in custody with CGCX.io, the world's first fully-insured crypto exchange. The fund additionally utilizes a suite of security-focused tools and services provided by Copper.co. Underpinned by multi-award-winning custody, this partnership makes it possible for the fund to reliably and safely acquire, trade, and store cryptocurrencies.
All investors shall be accredited investors as defined by MAS, and shall undergo KYC/AML verification. Investment subscription contracts are also held in custody by regulated entities, and The ICOA Fund digital assets are held in storage secured by multi-signature verification.
The fund's philosophy is based on a maximum of 70% of investment going towards BTC yield generating strategies, and a maximum of 30% into Market Making and liquidity pools of carefully selected projects. The three core trading strategies employed are Covered Call, Negative Gamma, and Volatility Trading. More information on these can be found at https://icoa.fund/trading-strategy/.
ICOA CEO Hadria Wong comments on the launch, "The ICOA team is excited to release The ICOA Fund to the crypto community. By combining our networks, strengths, and visions, we know we are stronger than ever— and look forward to pouring that fortitude back into this exciting project."
Notes to editors:
For further information, please contact pr@icoa.tech
About ICOA
ICOA is a publicly-traded Nevada-based company operating in the fintech, blockchain, decentralized finance (DeFi), and cryptocurrency spaces through acquisitions.
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A county coroner in Georgia discovered the bodies of his parents and his son, who were killed Friday in an apparent robbery at the Lock Stock & Barrel Shooting Range in Grantville, police say.
All three were shot, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) confirmed Saturday.
The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m., the Grantville Police Department said in a statement on Facebook. Grantville is about 50 miles southwest of Atlanta.
Grantville Police Chief Steve Whitlock identified the victims as Tommy Hawk, his wife Evelyn and their 19-year-old grandson, Luke.
Coweta County Coroner Richard Hawk was among the first people to arrive at the scene and discovered the bodies, according to the police chief.
The coroner confirmed the three deaths to CNN Friday evening.
Multiple agencies investigating
Saturday, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), which is investigating due to the number of weapons stolen, announced a $15,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction in the triple murder.
ATF is offering a reward of up to $5,000, which will be matched by the City of Grantville and NSSF for a total of up to $15,000, the release said.
"Unknown individual(s) brutally murdered the owner of Lock, Stock, and Barrel Shooting Range Inc., and two family members on the evening of Friday, April 8, 2022, during an apparent armed robbery," read an AFT news release.
"The brutality of these senseless murders along with the fact that these killer(s) have acquired additional firearms make solving this case our top priority," ATF Atlanta Field Division Special Agent in Charge Benjamin P. Gibbons said in the statement.
"The GBI, ATF, & Grantville P.D. are seeking information about a robbery & triple homicide in Grantville," the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said in a tweet.
"On Friday, April 8, 2022, three individuals were shot and killed at the Lock Stock & Barrel Shooting Range on 514 Bohannon Road., Grantville, Georgia. Weapons were also taken from the scene," GBI added.
Officers were dispatched to the range shortly after 8 p.m., where about 40 weapons and a camera DVR were apparently stolen from the scene, according to police. Members of the Coweta County Sheriff's Department are also assisting.
Authorities are asking anyone who drove by the range between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Friday -- who may have seen vehicles other than a white Ford dual-rear-wheel truck and a black Ford Expedition -- to contact them.
"ATF and our law enforcement partners will work tirelessly to bring the killer(s) to justice," said Atlanta Field Division Special Agent in Charge Benjamin P. Gibbons.
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US$8bn investment in new factory – thousands of highly-skilled jobs to be created
Search for sites undertaken in 13 European markets; France, Germany, UK, Poland, Netherlands on the shortlist
PARIS, Sept. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ProLogium, a global leading manufacturer in next-generation solid-state batteries, has appointed Accuracy, the global independent financial and strategic consulting firm, to advise on the location of its first major Gigawatt-hour (GWh) battery factory in Europe and to work with its International Development team.
Investment in the new factory will total US$8bn over the next decade. The factory is expected to be one of Europe's biggest gigafactories, with a three-phase construction and ultimately an annual capacity target of 120 GWh when the third phase is completed.
Accuracy says the competition between European countries to secure ProLogium's factory has been intense. Both the construction and operation of the gigafactory are expected to generate substantial economic benefits for the chosen region, creating thousands of highly-skilled jobs both at the plant itself and within the supply chain. Many governments in Europe have started initiatives to support the growth of electric vehicle batteries, putting green technology at the heart of their long-term economic plans.
ProLogium is seeking its first overseas site for production of next-generation solid-state batteries in Europe or in USA in light of the exponential growth in demand for electric vehicles over the next decade. In Europe, the firm has initiated a feasibility study for potential sites including locations in France, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland and the United Kingdom (alphabetically).
Solid-state batteries are among the most promising and disruptive battery technologies, offering advantages in terms of safety, energy density, fast-charging capability, recyclability, weight optimisation and costs. Many European markets are making a strong commitment to the battery industry, with the aim of positioning themselves as gigafactory hubs.
"For most Asian companies actively going abroad, one of the keys to success is a solid foundation rooted in strategic planning." Mr. Vincent Yang, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of ProLogium Technology said. "Site selection requires not only the right technology and solutions for that market, but also in-depth knowledge of local market demands and trends. That's why we've chosen Accuracy as our advisor for one of our most important milestones."
Accuracy says that its advice to ProLogium on selection of the site involves detailed analysis in two phases. Phase One looks at shortlisting over 90 sites across the 13 European markets, identified based on a range of criteria including:
- the region's pool of skilled labour
- existing electric vehicle ecosystem and supply chain
- access to transport networks
- access to renewable energy sources
- energy security
- incentives available
In Phase Two, Accuracy undertakes a detailed financial analysis of each site selected through Phase One, including sensitivity analysis to understand impact to profitability for each site. One outcome of discussions with different European agencies is that many European markets have already allocated sites for gigafactories. This has resulted in competition taking place between states and regions to offer the most attractive site.
Zaheer Minhas, Partner at Accuracy leading the Infrastructure Advisory business in Asia and who is advising ProLogium, says: "It is no exaggeration to say that ProLogium's European production site will be transformative for the chosen region. Competition to secure the site is already fierce. That means the region ProLogium chooses will benefit from the creation of high quality, environmentally-friendly jobs for many years to come."
Gilles Normand, International Development EVP at ProLogium, who has already been touring all the potential sites in the shortlisted countries in Europe (France, Germany, Netherlands, Poland and UK) declares "I have been impressed by the pre-selection process developed by Accuracy. During my front-line visit to all potential sites, I discovered very talented people and highly motivated ones. I was pleased to see the enthusiasm and the understanding about our technology and future industrialization plans. For sure, choosing finally the selected site is going to be a hard process".
Frédéric Recordon, Partner at Accuracy who together with Zaheer is also advising ProLogium, adds: "The business is looking forward to making its final decision by the second quarter of 2023 at the earliest and breaking ground on the new facility after carrying out the proper investigation through due diligence."
ProLogium's first production line for consumer applications began operating in 2013, and its roll-to-roll EV battery pilot line began production in October 2017. The battery maker owns proprietary technologies covering over 500 (applied or awarded) patents worldwide and has established more than 4,000 quality control items in its production processes, achieving 99.9% yield for its single-layer cell manufacturing and 94% yield for multi-layer cells.
The company has already shipped more than one million cells for consumer electronic applications (from 15mAh to 1Ah) with a very high level of customer satisfaction. It has already begun testing and certification processes with key global car OEMs by delivering nearly 8,000 EV battery cells (50-60Ah). These results laid a solid foundation for its global gigafactory plan.
About Accuracy:
Accuracy is a wholly independent international consulting firm providing advice to company management and shareholders for their strategic or critical decisions, notably in transactions, disputes and crises.
Accuracy's strength is to connect strategy, facts and figures. Accuracy's teams are international and multicultural, combining various skills to provide bespoke services to our clients. We recruit consultants from the best.
Accuracy is present in 13 countries in Europe, North America, Asia, Middle East and Africa and leads engagements all over the world.
ABOUT PROLOGIUM
Founded in 2006, ProLogium is a global leader in innovative next-generation battery technologies for vehicle, consumer, and industrial applications. ProLogium is the first battery company in the world to mass-produce solid-state lithium ceramic batteries. Its proprietary technologies cover over 500 (applied or awarded) patents worldwide. ProLogium's automated pilot production line has provided nearly 8,000 solid-state battery sample cells to global car manufacturers for testing and module development. ProLogium Technology's GWh level solid-state lithium ceramic battery plant will be the first in the world to go online in early 2023, and it aims to begin scaling up by the second half of the year, followed by capacity expansion plans in major markets worldwide. Further information can be found at www.prologium.com
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BALTIMORE, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Under Armour, Inc. (NYSE: UA, UAA) plans to release its first quarter fiscal 2023 (ended June 30, 2022) results on Aug. 3, 2022, at 6:55 a.m. Eastern Time (ET). Following the news release, Under Armour management will host a conference call at approximately 8:30 a.m. ET to review results.
This call will be webcast live and archived at https://about.underarmour.com/investor-relations/financials.
About Under Armour, Inc.
Under Armour, Inc., headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, is a leading inventor, marketer, and distributor of branded athletic performance apparel, footwear, and accessories. Designed to empower human performance, Under Armour's innovative products and experiences are engineered to make athletes better. For further information, please visit http://about.underarmour.com.
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TBD Media Group is diving deep at Davos to find out how the fourth industrial revolution is shaping the future of the planet
LONDON, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The annual meeting of the World Economic Forum at Davos provides a platform for prominent figures, including heads of state, experts and academics, innovators and the world's foremost CEOs.
At a time of rising international conflicts, worsening climate change, supply chain issues and the continued economic fallout of the Covid pandemic, the Forum has never been more relevant. The ideas and decisions made can affect everyone on the planet; communicating those ideas to a wider audience is of vital importance.
Acclaimed production company TBD Media Group returns to Davos in 2022 with a series of case studies and short documentaries on the business leaders that attend the Swiss city each year for open debate and discussion.
TBD Media has grown an outstanding reputation for reporting on global leaders in business innovation and digitalisation. This year, TBD Media is attending Davos to conduct deep dive investigations into the strategies of organizations from a range of sectors, addressing how the world's problems will be shaped and solved by the latest developments in digitization, the fourth industrial revolution.
The interviews will be presented by Andrew Wilson, former Foreign Correspondent for Sky with extensive international reporting experience as well as Tina Dauster, professional TV journalist and moderator. They will be speaking with mobility experts, energy providers and healthcare professionals to gain insight into the role of digitalization in shaping society and infrastructure around the world.
The resulting content will be distributed as part of a global campaign on the world's leading media platforms.
Paolo Zanini, Founder and CEO at TBD Media Group says:
"Davos is where the world does the highest-level business. This is where decisions are made that touch the immediate and distant future of every single person on the planet. It is essential that there are opportunities for these ideas to be explained, examined and made accessible to the wider global community. TBD Media is proud to be engaged in this process."
Zanini sees the Forum's response to the world's biggest issues as an opportunity to embark on positive change. He says:
"A fairer and more sustainable future is in the hands of Davos delegates. We are looking forward to hearing from our interviewees about how they are responding to issues such as the conflict in Ukraine, the growing ecological crisis and recovery after the pandemic. Although these issues may seem insurmountable, when the best minds in the world work together, we can see opportunities for a cleaner, more peaceful and fairer world."
Clients to be featured will include:
Africa Finance Corporation, ATOSS, AXA Investment Managers, Borussia Dortmund, Boson Energy, Cambridge Associates, Cyberverse Advisors, Eventide Asset Management, Geopolymer Solutions, Harvard Management Company, Henkel, IAR Systems, Straumann Group, IWC Schaffhausen, Li-Cycle, Palladium Equity Partners, Provivi, Schoeller Allibert, Svante Technologies, Toom Baumarkt, Yokoy
Further information on the campaign may be found here:
https://www.davosinterviews.com
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TBD Media Group is an international, purpose-driven, media developer that helps companies, organizations and governments tell their brand stories in a human and direct way. Learn more at https://www.tbdmediagroup.com/
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At first glance, it looks like a single serving bag of Nerds Rope that your child might eat as a treat. But take a closer look. See the word "medicated" and the small white box at the bottom that says 600 milligrams of THC?
Those three letters stand for tetrahydrocannabinol, the part of the marijuana plant that makes people high.
Eating even a small fraction of that bag would "overwhelm a child," said Danielle Ompad, associate professor of epidemiology at NYU School of Global Public Health and senior author of a new study investigating copycat packaging in cannabis sales. The study was published Tuesday in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence.
Another candy package Ompad examined was nearly identical to the popular candy Gushers. The label says the bag contains 500 milligrams of THC, while a look-alike bag of Doritos contained 600 milligrams. The resemblance to the brand-name products is uncanny, she said.
"The Nerd Rope knockoffs I have personally seen looked just like the licensed product," Ompad said. "The (knockoff) Doritos were shaped just like the real thing and had a crunch as well."
Eating 500 to 600 milligrams of THC would be a huge dose, even for an adult. "If I ate that whole package, I would be miserable. People who are using edibles recreationally aren't typically eating more than 10 milligrams," Ompad said.
A thorough examination finds no manufacturer listed on the copycat packaging, she said. However, empty bags mimicking dozens of major brands of snacks and candy can be purchased online in bulk, she said, making it easy for small businesses to join the marketplace.
"The reputable business people in cannabis do not engage in this kind of conduct," said Henry Wykowski, legal council for the National Cannabis Industry Association. "There are other people that are still operating in the illicit market and they aren't following the rules."
"We would like to assist in stopping this. It's not good for anybody," he added.
"Many cannabis edibles companies are overstepping on marketing in an egregious way, putting consumers at risk and infringing on the trademarks of well-known and trusted confectionery brands," said Christopher Gindlesperger, the senior vice president of public affairs and communications for the National Confectioners Association, in an email.
The association has established a set of guidelines for states considering deregulation of cannabis.
"We're focused on making sure that the appropriate guidelines and policies are set for distinguishing cannabis-containing edibles from traditional confectionery," Gindlesperger added.
Manufacturers of various major candy and chip brands such as Mars Wrigley, Hershey Company, Mondelez Canada and Ferrara Candy Company have undertaken legal actions against a few companies that are selling knockoffs.
"We are deeply disturbed to see our trademarked brands being used illegally to sell THC-infused products, and even more so to hear of children ingesting these products and becoming ill," said a Mars spokesperson in an email.
"We encourage consumers to reach out to their local authorities with any tips on these illegal products," the spokesperson said.
A growing problem
While anyone might mistake a copycat candy or chip with the real thing, young children are especially vulnerable, Ompad said, as they may be easily drawn to the brightly colored bags often decorated with familiar cartoon characters.
If a child ingests edibles they can become "very sick. They may have problems walking or sitting up or may have a hard time breathing," according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A study published in the journal Pediatrics examined calls to regional poison control centers from 2017 to 2019 and found there were 4,172 cannabis exposure cases in the US among children up to 9 years old. Nearly half (46%) of those calls involved cannabis edibles.
More than 70% of calls to US poison control centers related to marijuana edibles in 2020 "involved children under the age of 5," according to New York Attorney General Letitia James, who issued a consumer alert in October 2021.
"In the first half of 2021 alone, the American Association of Poison Control Centers has reported that poison control hotlines have received an estimated 2,622 calls for services related to young children ingesting illegal cannabis products," the alert said.
News reports from around the US put those numbers into stark relief.
A 3-year-old was admitted to a New Jersey ICU in December 2020 after eating "cannabis candy which looked identical to a Nerds Rope," according to Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. A month later, a preteen was hospitalized in New Jersey after eating a large amount of marijuana-laced candy packaged "almost identically" to Sour Skittles.
Two children under 5 were hospitalized in Oklahoma in March 2021 after eating edibles from bags that looked just like Ruffles, Doritos and Fritos, according to Mark Woodward, public information officer for the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics. And the same month a Florida sheriff's office posted a warning on Facebook with an image of dozens of knockoff edibles.
New Jersey has approved the legalization of recreational marijuana, which will soon go into effect, but Oklahoma and Florida have not.
If a younger child is exposed at home, it could mean adults were careless about leaving edibles lying around, Wykowski said.
"I could sell you a responsibly packaged product that doesn't look anything like candy," he said. "But if you leave it out and it looks like a brownie, and your kid walks by and thinks, 'Oh, I'm a little hungry. Dad left the brownies out,' and then eats it, whose fault is that?"
It's also possible teenagers could be obtaining edibles by faking identification or asking older friends to purchase them, just as they do with alcohol, Ompad said.
Until the Wild West of cannabis marketing is tamed through regulation, the responsibility falls on parents to protect their children, experts say. Keep all marijuana products out of the reach of children in childproof containers, the CDC recommends. Better yet, lock them up, Ompad said.
"I am not a person who thinks that cannabis should be illegal or that edibles should not be available," she said. "We just need to do a better job of keeping them away from children and making it clear that they're edibles and what the adult dose is to get the effect that you want."
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Estimates now show that roughly 30% of wild caught adult white seabass may have origins back to the hatchery program. California must act now to make the Carlsbad based white seabass hatchery a priority in light of new study. Full Story Here.
SANTA ANA, Calif., May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The new study by the Hubbs SeaWorld Research Institute (HSWRI) and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) used a genetic-marker methodology for identifying fish-stocking efforts. When applied to white seabass, this process has convincingly shown that previous estimates of Southern California's Ocean Resources Enhancement and Hatchery Program (OREHP) contribution to the once-depleted white seabass population have been greatly underestimated.
Validation of success for the white seabass hatchery was shared on April 25, 2022, with a press release from HSWRI and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR). HSWRI is the entity in charge of the hatchery itself. The results show that the hatchery's contribution to wild stock are far different than previously understood. The new analysis based on archived tissue samples show that 30 percent of adults sampled were hatchery fish. This is in sharp contrast to the less than 1 percent previously estimated by the state of California. Additionally, 46 percent of smaller fish caught in the wild sample surveys of fish less than two years old were also hatchery fish.
These results provide critical information for understanding OREHP's success. The California fishing public strongly supports the CDFW hatchery program. In addition to volunteering at local grow-out facilities through conservation groups like CCA California, anglers contribute an estimated $1.7 million to OREHP annually. That work is now being celebrated by the fishing community. WON News highlighted the hatchery success here, as did Sportfishing Magazine in their coverage on Genetics Study Sheds New Light on California's White Seabass Hatchery Program.
"With new genetic information and the 99.99% confidence level that the results are able to distinguish between the hatchery and wild fish, anglers feel vindicated for their long-term support of the seabass hatchery program. Now a wider range of advocates both inside and outside of California government entities should emerge in support of OREHP," says AFTCO Chairman Bill Shedd.
Yet, challenges for the program remain. It's now time for CDFW to better match their priorities with the high priority and focus California anglers have long placed on the hatchery program. For example, the CDFW should reinstate the $434,000 yearly Sport Fish Restoration Account (SFRA) funds they previously removed from OREHP. The list of potential fixes is long and will not take place until there is a newfound commitment to the hatchery. The new genetics study will help drive that commitment. The time is now for California to support the Hatchery program. Learn more about the groundbreaking study and what more is needed to help fish populations thrive in California here
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(NEXSTAR) – If you made voluntary payments on your federal student loans during the COVID-19 payment pause, you’re likely eligible to receive an automatic refund, according to federal officials.
As part of President Biden’s recently announced plan to forgive up to $20,000 per federal borrower, those that have made payments on or even paid off their loans since March 2020 were given the chance to request a refund for their payments from their loan servicer.
But, according to updated guidance from the Office of Federal Student Aid, qualifying borrowers may not have to request a refund — they could receive it automatically.
Previously, borrowers have been instructed to contact their federal student loan servicer to request a refund. You would have to provide payment confirmation, which payments they would like to have refunded, and other necessary information, according to NerdWallet.
The Office of Federal Student Aid now has information on its site stating borrowers will automatically receive a refund if they meet two requirements.
First, you have to successfully apply for and receive debt relief under Biden’s one-time cancellation plan. This means you’ll need to meet the necessary qualifications and fill out an application for student loan forgiveness. According to the Department of Education, that form won’t be available until next month.
Second, the payments you’ve made since March 13, 2020, when then-President Trump enacted the student loan payment pause, must have brought your loan balance below the maximum relief you’re eligible to receive but did not pay off your loan in full.
Officials gave this example: Let’s say you had $10,500 before the payment pause. Since March 2020, you’ve made $1,000 in payments, which brings your balance to $9,500. You’re eligible to receive $10,000 in federal student loan forgiveness, meaning the Department of Education will discharge your balance of $9,500 and refund you $500.
If you don’t meet both requirements above, officials say you can still receive a refund on the voluntary payments you’ve made since March 2020. Refunded payments will, however, increase your loan balance and your monthly payments, the Federal Student Aid office reports. Refunds can be requested until December 31, 2023.
If you consolidated your loans after March 13, 2020, the Federal Student Aid office says you cannot receive a refund on voluntary payments made before consolidation.
In addition to potentially qualifying for automatic refunds, you may also qualify for automatic student loan forgiveness, meaning you wouldn’t have to fill out an application. Details on automatic federal student loan relief can be found here.
Until the Department of Education makes the application form available, there are a few things you can do. You can register to be notified when the application is available by filling out this form, determine your eligibility, and prepare your financial information. | https://cw33.com/news/you-may-get-an-automatic-refund-for-your-student-loan-payments-heres-why/ | 2022-09-14T15:19:44Z |
Aaron Donald downplayed swinging a helmet at Cincinnati Bengals players in a brawl at a joint practice between last season’s Super Bowl teams last Thursday.
“It was just a practice. It was football,” Donald said Wednesday in an interview for an upcoming episode of the AP Pro Football Podcast. “I don’t really wanna go back to nothing negative that happened and talk about something that happened in a practice. My main focus is Buffalo.”
The three-time AP Defensive Player of the Year and seven-time All-Pro was thrown to the ground after swinging a helmet while players threw fists in a free-for-all that ended the session between the visiting Los Angeles Rams and the Bengals.
Asked if he addressed the incident with his teammates and Rams coach Sean McVay and if everything was OK, Donald only said “yes.”
In 2019, the Browns’ Myles Garrett was suspended six games for using his helmet to hit Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph over the head during a regular-season game.
Donald isn’t subject to punishment from the NFL because the incident occurred during practice and teams are responsible for disciplining their players.
The defending Super Bowl champions begin the season next Thursday night at home against the Buffalo Bills. Donald is planning to play. The 31-year-old superstar defensive lineman is hoping to help the Rams become the first repeat champions since the 2003-04 New England Patriots.
“Just trying to relive all that over again, trying to accomplish that, being a world champion all over again,” he said. “That’s the biggest motivation. I was motivated to get there, but once you accomplish that and you get to see what that feels like, it makes you want it that much more. So that’s just the motivation, just to relive that all over again.”
The Rams restructured Donald’s contract in the offseason, giving him $65 million in guarantees over the next two seasons and $95 million through 2024.
Donald, who had 12 1/2 sacks last season, isn’t slowing down. He’s taking steps to improve his recovery process and ensure his body can withstand the rigors of the NFL.
“Being an older player, 31 years old, being able to have the work ethic I got, the one thing that I needed to do a lot better is recover and take care of my body,” Donald said. “That’s my main focus. I’ve got the work ethic and now making sure I have the recovery part so I can play at a high level.”
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Georgia passes bill giving state law enforcement agency power to investigate elections
By Kelly Mena, CNN
Georgia lawmakers passed a bill on their final day of session that would give new election policing powers to the state’s bureau of investigation.
Georgia is the second state after Florida to pass an election police force bill this year as Republicans continue to falsely claim the 2020 election was rife with voter fraud.
Under SB 441, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation would be able to launch a probe without being called in by another law enforcement agency. The bill also gives the bureau the authority to subpoena election records with signoff from the state’s attorney general. Currently, state election officials investigate fraud allegations.
The overall bill mostly deals with criminal data processing, an issue which had bipartisan support. Republican state Rep. James Burchett tacked on the GBI provision to the bill in the final hours of the session, prompting outcries from Democratic supporters of the original bill.
“The rest of this … good bill. The original jurisdiction piece for GBI — heartburn for Democrats and a lot of people in the room,” said state Rep. Josh McLaurin, a Democrat.
Burchett argued that the GBI provision was an appropriate addition to the bill because it deals with criminal investigations.
“What we’re looking for is GBI to investigate conspiracy to commit election fraud, if it is necessary and giving them the investigatory discretion to do so. I think these are germane in subject matter and that’s why this bill was picked,” said Burchett in explaining the last-minute addition to the bill in a key committee meeting on Monday.
The election police force is one of the few provisions of a much larger omnibus election bill that Republicans had hoped to pass this session.
House Republicans had first started with a 40-page bill that last week was gutted into a two-page bill after local election officials urged lawmakers to reconsider making changes to Georgia’s elections procedures just months before November’s midterm elections.
Early on Monday morning, House Republicans revived the bill again only to see it not make it to the state Senate floor after outgoing Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan, a Republican, ruled the legislation out of order and the majority of senators backed his decision.
The original legislation included provisions for elaborate chain-of-custody procedures, public inspection of original paper ballots and limits on third-party donations for election administration, among other changes.
This marks the second year in a row that Republicans who control the Georgia legislature have proposed sweeping changes to the state’s election code following President Joe Biden’s narrow 2020 victory.
The bill now goes to Republican Gov. Brian Kemp’s desk for his approval. He has 40 days to sign the legislation or veto it.
Voting rights advocates are calling on Kemp — who is facing a primary challenge from former US Sen. David Perdue, who is backed by former President Donald Trump — to veto the legislation, which they say will intimidate voters.
“Any Georgia leader who claims to care about protecting our democracy — and ensuring that all Georgia voters can cast their votes free from intimidation — must stand with election workers and voting rights advocates by calling on Kemp to veto this legislation,” said Cianti Stewart-Reid of Fair Fight Action, a group established by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams.
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‘Wheres the Bus’ app helps parents with student’s morning commute
Published: Aug. 25, 2022 at 6:52 PM EDT|Updated: 19 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Parents of Sarasota and Manatee County students can now track their bus driver’s route before heading to school.
“Wheres the Bus” app provides up-to-the-minute ETAs to eliminate stress and worry for parents on morning and afternoon transportation.
Parents can download the app through the iOS store or through the Sarasota or Manatee County School District’s websites. The app allows parents to create an account by providing their child’s name and student ID number and selecting their county.
To download the app and to learn more information head to https://wheresthebus.com/.
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BERLIN (AP) — Germans are facing a new tax on natural gas use that could cost the average household several hundred euros a year and is aimed at rescuing importers slammed by Russian cutbacks tied to the war in Ukraine.
An association of gas pipeline operators on Monday set the level at 2.4 euro cents per kilowatt hour under legislation passed by the German parliament, which had an expected range of 1 to 5 cents. The tax on gas that is used to heat homes in winter and generate electricity is set to take effect in October and run through the beginning of April. It will not show up in utility bills until November or December.
Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck has said the tax will mean added costs of several hundred euros per year for an average household. The government is seeking ways to soften the blow through financial assistance for poorer households and a proposed break on value-added tax. Chancellor Olaf Scholz tweeted Monday that “we will leave no one behind” amid the higher costs.
The gas tax will raise money to compensate importers of Russian gas whose contracts with city utilities do not permit them to pass on the costs of surging natural gas prices. Russia has sharply cut back supplies of natural gas that costs less under long-term contracts, forcing importers to purchase much more expensive gas on the spot market to fulfill their obligations.
The government has agreed to bail out the largest importer, Uniper. Habeck said that 12 importers have applied for help and would receive 34 billion euros ($34.7 billion), or about 90% of their exceptional costs, the dpa news agency reported.
He said Monday that the choice was not between a tax and no tax: “The alternative would have been the collapse of the German energy market.”
Energy-intensive businesses urged the government to limit the burdens from the new tax. Steel producers said it would cost them 500 million euros annually, while the VDMA association of mechanical engineering firms — a pillar of Germany’s export-oriented economy — warned that the tax was “a significant burden” on top of soaring natural gas prices.
Russia’s state-owned gas exporter Gazprom has dialed back shipments to Europe, leading to charges the Kremlin is using the resulting gas shortage to drive up prices and pressure European Union governments over their support for Ukraine and over sanctions against Russia following the invasion. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/germans-face-higher-bills-as-tax-aids-natural-gas-importers/ | 2022-08-16T00:43:35Z |
NEW YORK, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of the securities of Bakkt Holdings, Inc. f/k/a VPC Impact Acquisition Holdings (NYSE: BKKT, BKKT-WT) (NASDAQ: VIHAU, VIH, VIHAW) (a) between May 7, 2021 and February 25, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"); and/or (b) pursuant and/or traceable to the Offering Documents issued in connection with the business combination between the Company and Bakkt Holdings, LLC ("Legacy Bakkt") completed on or about October 15, 2021 (the "Business Combination"). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 20, 2022.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Bakkt securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Bakkt class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5546 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 20, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, the Offering Documents were negligently prepared and, as a result, contained untrue statements of material fact or omitted to state other facts necessary to make the statements made not misleading and were not prepared in accordance with the rules and regulations governing their preparation, and that throughout the Class Period defendants made materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business, operations, and compliance policies. Specifically, the Offering Documents and defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Bakkt had defective financial controls; (2) as a result, there were errors in the Company's financial statements related to the misclassification of certain shares issued prior to the Business Combination; (3) accordingly, Bakkt would need to restate certain of its financial statements; (4) Bakkt downplayed the true scope and severity of these issues; (5) Bakkt overstated its remediation of its defective financial controls; and (6) as a result, the Offering Documents and defendants' public statements throughout the Class Period were materially false and/or misleading and failed to state information required to be stated therein. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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NEWTON, Mass., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: KPTI), a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company pioneering novel cancer therapies, today announced that the Company approved the grant of stock options to purchase an aggregate of 32,600 shares of Karyopharm's common stock and an aggregate of 22,400 restricted stock units (RSUs) to 11 newly-hired employees. These equity awards were granted as of June 30, 2022 (the Grant Date) pursuant to the Company's 2022 Inducement Stock Incentive Plan, as amended, as inducements material to the new employees entering into employment with Karyopharm in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
Each of the stock options has an exercise price of $4.51 per share, the closing price of Karyopharm's common stock on June 30, 2022. Each stock option will vest over four years, with 25% of the total number of shares underlying the stock option vesting on the one-year anniversary of the applicable employee's employment commencement date and 1/48th of the total number of shares vesting monthly thereafter. Each RSU award will vest over four years, with 25% percent of the shares underlying the RSU award vesting on each of the four consecutive anniversaries of the applicable employee's employment commencement date. The vesting of each inducement award is subject to the employee's continued service as an employee of, or other service provider to, Karyopharm through the applicable vesting dates. In addition, each stock option and RSU award will be immediately exercisable in full if, on or prior to the first anniversary of the consummation of a "change in control event," the employee's employment is terminated for "good reason" by the employee or terminated without "cause" by Karyopharm (as such terms are defined in the applicable stock option or RSU agreement).
About Karyopharm Therapeutics
Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: KPTI) is a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company pioneering novel cancer therapies. Since its founding, Karyopharm has been the industry leader in oral Selective Inhibitor of Nuclear Export (SINE) compound technology, which was developed to address a fundamental mechanism of oncogenesis: nuclear export dysregulation. Karyopharm's lead SINE compound and first-in-class, oral exportin 1 (XPO1) inhibitor, XPOVIO® (selinexor), is approved in the U.S. and marketed by the Company in three oncology indications and has received regulatory approvals in various indications in a growing number of ex-U.S. territories and countries, including Europe and the United Kingdom (as NEXPOVIO®) and China. Karyopharm has a focused pipeline targeting multiple high unmet need cancer indications, including in multiple myeloma, endometrial cancer, myelodysplastic syndromes and myelofibrosis. For more information about our people, science and pipeline, please visit www.karyopharm.com, and follow us on Twitter at @Karyopharm and LinkedIn.
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Adds High-Quality Operator in the Tucson Region
Brings Total Portfolio of Service Centers in Arizona to 35; Nationwide Footprint Spans Over 170 Locations
MOORPARK, Calif., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brand Tire & Service ("Big Brand"), a leading independent tire and automotive service provider, today announced the acquisition of 11 service centers in Tucson, Arizona, from MPG Tire and Auto Service ("MPG"). Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Based in Tucson, MPG provides comprehensive tire and automotive services to meet the needs of its customers and their vehicles. Big Brand will integrate its proprietary technology infrastructure and systems across each of the acquired locations, further enhancing MPG's ability to provide superior customer service at a great value in a professional and friendly environment.
Following the acquisition, Big Brand will operate over 170 high-quality service centers in strong and growing markets across the country. As one of the largest tire and service operators in the U.S., Big Brand will continue to follow its guiding principles of enhancing the customer and employee experiences while giving back to the communities it serves as it continues to expand rapidly in attractive markets.
Joe Buscaglia, Chief Executive Officer of Big Brand, said, "We are pleased to welcome the 11 MPG locations to the Big Brand family as we continue to expand our growing footprint and partner with best-in-class operators across the country. This latest transaction exemplifies our commitment to building a premier tire and automotive service platform through strategic acquisitions, new greenfield units, and investments in our industry-leading technology infrastructure. We look forward to working with the outstanding MPG team members and providing the highest standard of service and technology-driven solutions to customers across Tucson."
This announcement builds on the strong momentum Big Brand has generated over the course of 2021, with the acquisitions of several other leading tire and automotive service companies.
Big Brand Tire & Service, headquartered in Southern California, is a leading independent tire and automotive service provider. Founded in 1969, Big Brand has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional customer service. Big Brand's passionate and dedicated team members utilize advanced digital technology to provide superior customer service at a great value in a professional and friendly environment. For more information, please visit www.bigbrandtire.com.
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PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A sheriff’s office in Florida has released footage of a woman who performed “multiple ballet and Irish folk dance moves” during a roadside field sobriety test in late April.
Deputies with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said the suspect, identified as a 38-year-old woman from Madeira Beach, had rear-ended another vehicle roughly one mile from her home on April 27. When deputies arrived, they said the driver showed several signs of impairment including bloodshot, glassy eyes and dilated pupils.
When asked to walk the line, the woman “struggled to follow instructions, and was unsteady on her feet almost falling,” arrest documents said.
In the newly released video, the deputy administering a field sobriety test can be heard giving the suspect instructions. At one point, the woman responds, “Yeah, well, you sound like my ballet coach.”
The woman then took five steps along the line before transitioning into a ballet sequence.
“That wasn’t the exercise that I was demonstrating,” the deputy says.
Without responding, the woman then leaps into what appears to be an attempt at folk dancing mixed with ballet.
The sheriff’s office said the 38-year-old woman later refused testing, which marked the second time she refused to test after a separate incident in Pinellas County on March 3, 2019.
Deputies also said they found a white foam cup containing a light yellow liquid that smelled of alcohol in the center cup holder of the woman’s car.
She was charged with driving under the influence with property damage and refusal to submit to testing. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/deputies-release-video-of-florida-woman-doing-irish-folk-dance-during-sobriety-test/ | 2022-08-27T14:23:09Z |
NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is ticking higher Monday to kick off a week full of updates on the two things that set stock prices: how much profit companies are making and where interest rates are heading.
The S&P 500 was 0.5% higher in afternoon trading, on pace for another gain after it broke a five-day losing streak at the end of last week. Stocks of energy-producing companies were leading the way after crude prices rose, while Goldman Sachs rallied after reporting better profit for the spring than expected.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 76 points, or 0.2%, at 31,364, as of 1 p.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was 1.2% higher.
Markets have been lurching mostly lower for weeks on worries that the Federal Reserve and other central banks around the world will slam the brake too hard on the economy in hopes of bringing down high inflation. If they’re too aggressive with their interest-rate hikes, they could cause a recession.
But some on Wall Street are seeing signs for at least temporary optimism. Oil prices have come off their highs, though they rose more than 4% Monday. A key report released last week also indicated expectations are easing for inflation among households. That could prevent a more vicious cycle from taking root and ease the pressure on the Federal Reserve.
Expectations have come down for how aggressively the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates at its meeting next week. Traders are now betting on a roughly one-in-three chance for a monster hike of a full percentage point, with the majority favoring a 0.75 percentage point increase. As recently as Thursday, the heavy bet was on a hike of a full point.
Economists at Goldman Sachs are among those forecasting a 0.75-point increase, which would match last month’s hike, instead of a more aggressive one. They cited in particular the softening of inflation expectations after Chair Jerome Powell said last month that the Fed pays close attention to them.
Across the Atlantic Ocean later this week, investors expect the European Central Bank on Thursday to raise interest rates for the first time in 11 years to combat inflation. Many investors expect an increase of 0.25 percentage points, “but more is not unthinkable,” economists wrote in a BofA Global Research report.
Interest rates are one of the two main levers that set prices for stocks. The other is corporate profits, which are under threat given high inflation and slowdowns in parts of the economy. For the moment, at least, analysts are still forecasting continued growth.
Earnings season kicked off last week, and banks have dominated the early part of the schedule for reporting how much they earned from April through June.
Goldman Sachs was among the latest to report, and it rallied 2.1% after its profit and revenue were better than analysts expected. Synchrony Financial rose 1.8% after it likewise topped forecasts for profit and revenue.
Bank of America added 0.2% even though it fell short of analysts’ profit expectations. Despite all the worries about a possible recession, Bank of America said its customers’ spending and deposits remain strong.
IBM is set to report its results after trading closes for the day. Johnson & Johnson, American Airlines and Tesla are among the dozens of S&P 500 companies that are scheduled to follow later in the week.
In markets overseas, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index surged 2.7% after Chinese media reported that some stalled real estate projects had resumed construction after buyers threatened to stop their mortgage payments. Stocks in Shanghai added 1.6%.
Stocks also rose across much of the rest of Asia and Europe, with Germany’s DAX returning 0.7%.
In the bond market, the yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 2.98% from 2.96% late Friday. The two-year yield, which rose to 3.15%, is still above the 10-year yield. Some investors see that as an ominous sign that could presage a recession in a year or two, though the gap between them narrowed a bit.
Underscoring worries about a recession have been recnet reports showing slowdowns in parts of the economy because of the Fed’s rate hikes.
The housing market in particular has felt the effect of more expensive mortgage rates. A measure of sentiment among home builders relesed Monday weakened more than economists expected and sank to its lowest level in more than two years.
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AP Business Writer Elaine Kurtenbach contributed. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/asian-shares-gain-lifted-by-strong-consumer-sentiment-data/ | 2022-07-18T18:20:32Z |
MAPUTO, Mozambique (AP) — Extremists allied with the Islamic State group have spread their attacks further south into Mozambique’s most populous province, Nampula, including an assault on a Catholic mission in which an Italian nun was among those killed.
The extremists first struck the province earlier this month and have sustained the offensive, attacking rural centers and beheading some residents.
Their insurgency had been confined to Mozambique’s northernmost Cabo Delgado province, where an estimated 4,000 people have been killed and 950,000 displaced over four years.
The violence has also disrupted big economic projects, including one by the France-based TotalEngergies to produce liquified natural gas and the development of a large mine to extract graphite to make lithium batteries for Tesla motors.
The extremists’ push into Nampula comes despite the deployment for more than a year of a military force from the 16-nation Southern Africa Development Community, along with troops from Rwanda, in support of the Mozambican military.
The Islamic State Mozambique Province group has claimed responsibility for setting fire to two churches and more than 120 homes of Christians last week in Nampula province.
In their attack on the Catholic Chipene Mission, the jihadi rebels shot and killed Sister Maria de Coppi and set fire to the church, health center and residential quarters, according to Mozambican reports.
At the Vatican on Sunday, Pope Francis said he was remembering in prayer the 83-year-old Italian nun who had “served with love for nearly 60 years” as a Comboni missionary in Mozambique.
“The population is disoriented and suffers a lot because they live in uncertainty and do not know what to do, many are fleeing but do not know where to go,” the Archbishop of Nampula, Inacio Saure, said in comments carried by Agenzia Fides, the Vatican news agency. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-mozambiques-jihadis-spread-into-most-populous-province/ | 2022-09-12T23:52:45Z |
Teen struck by lightning relearning how to walk, talk
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. (WESH) - A Florida mother has a warning for parents after her 14-year-old daughter was struck by lightning, only narrowly surviving.
Christina Spencer’s daughter, 14-year-old Lori Spencer, is learning how to speak again.
“Her first words were ‘Yeah’ and ‘Hi.’ And that’s all we got for a couple days. And then, it turned into ‘Where’s brother?’” Spencer said.
The teenager is also learning how to walk, eat and essentially how to live again after she almost lost her life June 10 in Merritt Island. She and her friend were indirectly hit by lightning while under a palm tree.
“Why did that lightning bolt hit the tree standing next to my daughter? I don’t know. It was random. It wasn’t raining. It was barely misting outside. So, the ground was just wet enough,” Spencer said.
Lori was rushed to the hospital, unresponsive and breathing on a ventilator. Her mom was at work half an hour away at the time of the strike.
“Her friend, Eva, gave her CPR, and that’s probably what saved Lori’s life. She might have suffered a heart attack is what stopped her heart initially,” Spencer said.
Doctors now believe Lori can fully recover and that the damage she suffered is reversible.
“We just got to get through the hard stuff, the painful stuff, and the frustration as a mom watching your baby not be herself or be hurt. You can’t do anything about it. That part sucks a whole lot,” Spencer said.
Spencer says anyone who hears her story can help by being cautious of storms and never letting this happen to another child.
“Don’t take the storms in this place for granted… Lightning is a scary, scary thing, and it can easily take your child from you, if you’re not careful,” she said.
The other girl hurt in the strike suffered from fractures and nerve damage but is doing better, according to Spencer.
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