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WASHINGTON (AP) — Mike Pence won’t be testifying at Thursday’s Jan. 6 committee hearing. But he will be in the spotlight as the focus turns to former President Donald Trump’s desperate and futile attempts to persuade his vice president to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election and deliver them a second term.
“As you will hear, President Trump engaged in a relentless effort to pressure Pence both in private and in public,” Rep. Liz Cheney, the leading Republican on the committee, said last week. “Vice President Pence demonstrated his loyalty to Donald Trump consistently over four years, but he knew that he had a higher duty to the United States Constitution.”
What we know about Pence’s actions leading up to and during that day:
UNDER PRESSURE
As Trump’s frantic efforts to stave off defeat were quashed by courts and state officials, he and his allies zeroed in on Jan. 6 — the day a joint session of Congress would convene to formalize President-elect Joe Biden’s win — as their last chance to remain in power.
The heavy-handed pressure campaign intensified in the days leading up to the 6th as Trump, lawyer John Eastman and others in Trump’s orbit tried to convince Pence that he had the power to overturn the will of voters in a handful of critical battleground states by simply rejecting Electoral College votes or sending the results back to the states — even though the Constitution makes clear the vice president’s role in the proceedings is largely ceremonial.
Pence spent hours huddling with staff, including his general counsel, Greg Jacob. He studied the Electoral Count Act of 1887, which governs the proceedings, and met with the Senate parliamentarian to understand his role. He also received outside counsel, including from former Vice President Dan Quayle.
Some aides appealed to Trump not to put his unflinchingly loyal vice president in such a precarious position. Pence was already widely seen as a potential future presidential candidate and a public fissure with Trump was seen as a potential career ender. But Trump kept pushing, both publicly and behind the scenes.
On Monday, Jan. 4, Eastman and Trump pressed Pence to go along with the scheme in an Oval Office meeting. And at a rally that night in Georgia, Trump said his fate rested in his vice president’s hands. “I hope Mike Pence comes through for us,” he told the crowd.
Trump continued to push in an Oval Office meeting the next day, again demanding Pence use powers the vice president did not possess to overturn the will of voters. Pence made clear he was unconvinced.
That day, Jacob sent a memo putting in writing his conclusion that if Pence followed Eastman’s proposal, he would likely lose in court, at best, or spark a constitutional crisis, Politico first reported. The tensions were so high that Pence’s chief of staff, Marc Short, placed a call to Pence’s lead Secret Service agent that day, The New York Times first reported, informing him that the vice president’s refusal to go along with Trump was about to become public.
Given the crowds en route to Washington, “I thought it was important at least to let the Secret Service know that it was about to become a much more public disagreement,” Short said Wednesday on CNN.
‘HANG MIKE PENCE’
The pressure continued through the night. “If Vice President @Mike_Pence comes through for us, we will win the Presidency,” Trump tweeted around 1 a.m.
“All Mike Pence has to do is send them back to the States, AND WE WIN,” he wrote later that morning. “Do it Mike, this is a time for extreme courage!”
Pence was at his residence at the Naval Observatory the morning of Jan. 6 when he spoke a final time with Trump, who was joined in the Oval Office by his daughter Ivanka and Pence’s national security adviser, Keith Kellogg. During the call, in the 11 o’clock hour, Trump berated Pence, chastising him for not being tough enough to go along with the scheme, according to Kellogg’s testimony to the committee.
Pence then headed to the Capitol to oversee the counting of the Electoral College votes. But first Pence made official his decision. In a letter addressed to his colleagues in Congress, Pence explained why he couldn’t go along with Trump’s plan.
“It is my considered judgment that my oath to support and defend the Constitution constrains me from claiming unilateral authority to determine which electoral votes should be counted and which should not,” he wrote.
At 1:03 p.m., he officially gaveled the U.S. Senate into session as pro-Trump rioters, who had already breached Capitol barricades, were outside clashing with police.
By that point, Trump was already close to wrapping up his speech on the Ellipse in which he repeatedly targeted Pence and urged his supporters to “fight like hell.”
“If Mike Pence does the right thing, we win the election,” Trump falsely told the crowd. “All Vice President Pence has to do is send it back to the states to recertify and we become president and you are the happiest people.”
Outside the Capitol, the scene devolved into violent chaos as rioters, some armed with pipes, bats and bear spray, charged into the Capitol, quickly overwhelming police. One officer was beaten and repeatedly shocked with a stun gun until he had a heart attack. Another was foaming at the mouth and screaming for help as rioters crushed him between two doors and bashed him in the head with his own weapon. At 1:49 p.m., D.C. police officially declared a riot.
At about 2:12 p.m., Pence was rushed off the Senate floor as rioters flooded inside. The Washington Post first reported that Pence, who had been joined that day by his wife and daughter, was at one point less than 100 feet from a group of protesters.
IN HIDING
Pence spent the next hours in hiding with his staff and family — first in his ceremonial office and then in an underground loading dock inside the Capitol complex. At several points, he rejected pleas from security staff to leave, insisting it was crucial that he remain in place.
“He looked at that and said, ‘I don’t want the world seeing the vice president leaving the Capitol in a 15-car motorcade,’” Short told CNN on Wednesday. “’This is the hallmark of democracy and we’re going to complete our work.’”
But even as the horror played out live on television, Trump, instead of urging his supporters to go home, blasted Pence.
“Mike Pence didn’t have the courage to do what should have been done to protect our Country and our Constitution, giving States a chance to certify a corrected set of facts, not the fraudulent or inaccurate ones which they were asked to previously certify,” Trump tweeted at 2:24 p.m.
Trump’s tweet echoed through the angry mob. Footage obtained by the committee shows rioters reading Trump’s words aloud and crowds breaking into chants of “Hang Mike Pence!” A makeshift gallows was photographed outside.
Cheney charged that Trump was made aware of the chants and “responded with this sentiment: ‘Maybe our supporters have the right idea.’ Mike Pence ‘deserves it.'” (Trump responded on his social media app, saying he “NEVER said, or even thought of saying, ‘Hang Mike Pence.’”)
Pence worked the phone from his then-secret location. Short told Fox Business that Pence’s first calls were to Republican and Democratic House and Senate leaders — Kevin McCarthy, Mitch McConnell, Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer — “to make sure they were safe and to make sure their functions were OK.” Pence also “reached out to the Pentagon to make sure additional reinforcements were sent” at the encouragement of House and Senate leaders, who made clear in subsequent calls that they were frustrated the National Guard had not arrived.
Gen. Mark Milley, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told the committee in testimony that military leaders spoke two or three times with Pence and that the vice president “was very animated, very direct, very firm to (Acting Defense) Secretary (Christopher) Miller.”
“Get the military down here, get the Guard down here. Put down this situation, et cetera,” Milley recalled.
Indeed, at 4:08 p.m., Pence placed an urgent phone call from the Capitol as rioters pummeled police and vandalized the building, informing Miller the Capitol was not secure and asking military leaders for a deadline for securing the building, according to a document prepared by the Pentagon for internal use that was obtained by The Associated Press.
“Clear the Capitol,” Pence told them.
Milley told the committee that Trump’s chief of staff, Mark Meadows, had a different focus when they also spoke.
“He said: We have to kill the narrative that the Vice President is making all the decisions. We need to establish the narrative, you know, that the President is still in charge and that things are steady or stable, or words to that effect,” Milley testified.
Eastman and Jacob also exchanged emails, according to the committee, with Jacob telling Eastman that, “thanks to your bull—-, we are now under siege.”
‘LET’S GET BACK TO WORK’
At 8 p.m., after hours of fear and carnage, the Capitol was finally deemed secure.
Pence reconvened the Senate with a message.
“Today was a dark day in the history of the United States Capitol. But thanks to the swift efforts of U.S. Capitol Police, federal, state and local law enforcement, the violence was quelled. The Capitol is secured. And the people’s work continues,” he told the nation. “Let’s get back to work,” he said to applause.
Just after 3:40 a.m. Pence officially declared Trump’s election defeat — as well as his own.
‘TRUMP IS WRONG’
Pence, over the last year and a half, has repeatedly said he stands by his actions as he has reckoned with the political fallout and tried to lay the groundwork for a potential presidential run in 2024.
A year ago, after months out of the spotlight, Pence said in a major speech at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library that he was “proud” of what he did on Jan. 6.
“The truth is,” he said, “there’s almost no idea more un-American than the notion that any one person could choose the American president. The presidency belongs to the American people and the American people alone.”
And in February of this year, as Trump continued to criticize Pence’s actions, Pence took on Trump by name, telling a gathering of the conservative Federalist Society in Florida that “President Trump is wrong” and he had “no right to overturn the election.”
Pence, however, has also tried to move on from that day. On Monday he spoke to reporters after touring the border in Sierra Vista, Arizona.
“I’ll always believe that I did my duty that day. And I know in my heart of hearts I did. And I believe that, when all the information and the facts come forward, the American people will better understand what occurred,” he said. “But standing here today on our southern border, I’m calling on President Biden to do his duty. I mean, the truth is a president of the United States has an obligation to provide for the common defense, to guarantee the common defense of this country. And border security is national security.”
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For more coverage of the Jan. 6 insurrection hearings, go to https://apnews.com/hub/capitol-siege. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/what-we-know-about-how-pences-day-unfolded-on-jan-6/ | 2022-06-16T15:58:02Z |
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The killing of two utility workers in northern Mexico may be related to the scorched-earth tactics of warring drug cartels, Mexico’s president said Thursday.
Drug cartels in Mexico have increasingly targeted civilian communities in their turf battles, isolating towns that don’t support them by cutting off roads and electricity, or forcing residents to leave.
On Tuesday, assailants opened fire on two trucks carrying workers from the state-owned electrical power company on a highway. Two workers escaped and two were killed.
On Thursday, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said the area in the northern border state of Sonora was the scene of fighting between gangs, who had cut electricity to two villages as “reprisals.”
“There is fighting between groups there,” López Obrador said of the area around the village of Onavas, where the attack occurred.
While he said the attackers might have mistaken the utility trucks for those of a rival gang, López Obrador noted “there is another hypothesis that suggests they were performing their duties by going to reconnect electricity to two villages that had been cut off by one of the groups as reprisals.”
In the western state of Michoacan, warring drug cartels have periodically cut off villages that appear to support a rival gang, by downing power lines or digging trenches across roadways.
But the attack Tuesday was unusual, because up to now cartels have largely avoided going after public workers trying to reconnect roads or power lines. Moreover, resuscitating the debt-strapped state-owned utility, the Federal Electricity Commission, has been one of López Obrador’s main policy initiatives.
Drug cartels — including the La Linea gang based in Ciudad Juarez and factions of the Sinaloa cartel — have been fighting over the lucrative drug-producing and shipping zones of Sonora state for years.
The cartel conflict may have played a role in the 2019 ambush slayings of nine U.S.-Mexican dual citizens in a rural area relatively near Onavas.
The three women and six children from the extended Langford, LeBaron and Miller families were ambushed and slain by suspected drug gang assassins on Nov. 4, 2019.
Initial investigations suggested a squad of gunmen from the La Linea gang had set up the ambush to kill members of the rival cartel. However, relatives of the victims say that at some point, the gunmen must have known who they were killing. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-killing-of-mexican-public-workers-reflects-cartel-brutality/ | 2022-09-09T00:56:55Z |
The Improving Access to Worker's Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act would ensure federal workers receive prompt access to high-quality health care for work-related injuries.
AUSTIN, TEXAS, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) President April N. Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN, issued the following statement regarding the U.S. House of Representatives pending floor consideration of H.R. 6087, the Improving Access to Workers' Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act.
"On behalf of AANP and more than 355,000 NPs, we thank Representatives Courtney (D-CT) and Walberg (R-MI) and the U.S. House Committee on Education and Labor for its bipartisan leadership to pass H.R. 6087. We urge the U.S. House of Representatives to vote this week to ensure injured federal workers receive prompt access to high-quality health care for their work-related injuries. Today, federal employees can choose a nurse practitioner (NP) as their health care provider under the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, yet outdated federal law prevents these same providers from certifying and overseeing the care of federal employees' workplace-related injuries. H.R. 6087 is a common-sense, no-cost solution to give federal workers timely access to the care they need, when they need it most. By authorizing NPs to certify federal workplace injuries and oversee treatment of injured workers, Congress will reduce unnecessary barriers to timely care and enable the nation's NPs to provide health care services in accordance with state law. We urge the House to vote yes on H.R. 6087."
H.R. 6087 was passed out of the House Committee on Education and Labor in March 2022 with unanimous, bipartisan support by voice vote.
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) is the largest professional membership organization for nurse practitioners (NPs) of all specialties. It represents the interests of the more than 355,000 licensed NPs in the U.S. AANP provides legislative leadership at the local, state and national levels, advancing health policy; promoting excellence in practice, education and research; and establishing standards that best serve NPs' patients and other health care consumers. As The Voice of the Nurse Practitioner®, AANP represents the interests of NPs as providers of high-quality, cost-effective, comprehensive, patient-centered health care. To locate an NP in your community, visit npfinder.com. For more information about NPs, visit aanp.org. For COVID-19 information from AANP, visit aanp.org/COVID19.
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NEW YORK, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Verrica Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Verrica") (NASDAQ: VRCA) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between May 28, 2021 and May 24, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Verrica, 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 Verrica includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) there were manufacturing deficiencies at the facility where Verrica's contract manufacturer produced a bulk solution for the Company's lead product candidate, VP-102; (2) these deficiencies were not remediated when Verrica resubmitted its New Drug Application for VP-12 for molluscum; (3) the foregoing presented significant risks to Verrica obtaining regulatory approval of VP-102 for molluscum; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: August 5, 2022
Aggrieved Verrica investors only have until August 5, 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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Renowned Civil Rights Attorney Crump Made Oral Arguments Before Massachusetts Supreme Court on Behalf of Descendants of Enslaved People Exploited to Prove White Supremacy
BOSTON, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Internationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump earned a historic decision this week by the Massachusetts Supreme Court on behalf of Tamara Lanier, the direct descendant of a slave, Congo "Papa" Renty, to uphold their lawsuit against Harvard University. Crump called it a historic victory for Black Americans.
The high court of Massachusetts heard oral arguments from Crump in November of 2021, where he defended the rights of Tamara Lanier, a descendant of slaves who were photographed by a Harvard professor to prove the inferiority of Black people. Harvard continued to use and profit from the offensive photos even after learning of Lanier's lineage and claim to them.
"As a free Black man, I am honored to have been at the forefront of this fight against the lasting remnants of slavery and the very institutions that benefited from the exploitation of Black ancestors. The high court recognized 'Harvard's complicity in the horrific actions surrounding the creation of the daguerreotypes,' which were created to prove the inferiority of Black people, treating these enslaved people like lab rats," said Crump.
The daguerreotypes were commissioned in 1850 to support the research of renowned Harvard professor Louis Agassiz, who was seeking to prove the inferiority of the Black race. Harvard dismissed Lanier's claims of relation to Renty and did not inform her on how the photos were being used by the university. Harvard used Renty's image on the front cover of a book and prominently features the photos in materials used for a conference it hosted.
"Tamara Lanier carefully traced her lineage and then heroically stood up to defend her ancestors and the abuse they endured. It is an honor to have been in Tamara's corner throughout this battle against Harvard and their egregious actions against her family, and I look forward to standing beside Tamara when we prove her case to a jury," said Crump.
"We have no doubt that Agassiz's actions in 1850 – having Renty and Delia taken, stripped, and forced to pose for the dags – would meet these requirements. What is directly at issue her in, however, the separate question whether Harvard's conduct toward a descendant of Renty and Delia nearly 170 years later satisfied these stringent requirements. Nevertheless, as emphasize in connection with Lanier's negligent infliction of emotional distress claim, Harvard's present actions cannot be divorced from its past misconduct."
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After being diagnosed with Covid-19 last month, President Joe Biden recently tested negative for the coronavirus, only to test positive again a few days later. Biden had taken the antiviral medication Paxlovid, which has been associated with some patients testing positive again for the virus after completing treatment.
This phenomenon is known as Paxlovid rebound. What is it exactly, and why does it happen? How common is it, and does the possibility of a recurrence of symptoms mean that people shouldn't take it? Who should and shouldn't take the drug? And what should you do if you do have a recurrence?
To guide us through all these issues, I spoke with CNN Medical Analyst Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician and professor of health policy and management at the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health. She is also author of "Lifelines: A Doctor's Journey in the Fight for Public Health."
CNN: What is Paxlovid rebound, and why does it happen?
Dr. Leana Wen: The phenomenon known as Paxlovid rebound is what happens when someone with Covid-19 takes the antiviral pill Paxlovid and begins to recover -- their symptoms improve, and they start testing negative. Then, usually within two weeks of their initial diagnosis, they have a recurrence in their symptoms, and they test positive for the coronavirus again. In President Joe Biden's case, he was being tested regularly, so even though his symptoms didn't recur, his positive test was picked up right away.
It's not known exactly why this is occurring. A small study out of the University of California, San Diego found that this isn't due to Paxlovid being rendered ineffective against variants. The very small window of time when it happens also suggests this is not due to reinfection. Rather, a lot of scientists, including me, think that this is most likely due to Paxlovid working as it should but not for long enough.
Paxlovid works to stop viral replication. It is currently given for five days. Perhaps it works for the five-day period, but some people still have virus in their body after five days. When Paxlovid is stopped, the virus starts replicating again.
It's possible that Paxlovid may need to be given for a longer period of time -- maybe seven or 10 days instead of five days. Those studies are ongoing.
CNN: It seems like a lot of people have Paxlovid rebound, including President Biden and Dr. Anthony Fauci. How common is it?
Wen: Anecdotally, we may know a lot of people who've had it, but studies show that it's pretty uncommon.
The initial studies found that rebound occurred in about 2% of cases. By the way, those who did not take Paxlovid also had a chance of recurrence. In that study, the placebo group had a recurrence of symptoms in 1.5% of cases.
Those studies were done during a time when the Delta variant was the dominant variant. The rates of rebound may be higher during Omicron. A large study of over 13,000 patients done by researchers from the National Institutes of Health found a rebound rate of about 6%. Note that this study is online but not yet peer-reviewed.
Of course, the actual rate may be higher, because people are not routinely being tested after they take Paxlovid. Some cases may be missed as a result. However, it still seems that Paxlovid rebound is occurring in a minority, not majority, of cases.
CNN: Does the possibility of a recurrence of symptoms mean that people shouldn't take it?
Wen: No. I think people should consider the possibility of Paxlovid rebound like a known side effect of the medication. It's certainly not preferred to have this, given the inconvenience of having repeat symptoms and having to isolate again. However, the possibility of this side effect is not a reason to avoid a medication that is highly effective at reducing severe illness.
This comes down to why Paxlovid is given in the first place. It is an oral medication, prescribed so that people can take it at home, that can reduce the likelihood of being hospitalized or dying by nearly 90%. Neither Fauci nor Biden got severely ill. That's the success story here -- and the reason why people eligible for Paxlovid should still take it despite the possibility of rebound.
CNN: Who is eligible for Paxlovid? Are there people who shouldn't take it?
Wen: The people eligible for Paxlovid are individuals who are vulnerable to severe outcomes if they were to contract Covid-19. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a list of these conditions. They include older age and chronic underlying medical problems such as heart disease, lung disease, diabetes and obesity. People who remain unvaccinated are at higher risk for severe Covid-19, too.
There are certain medical conditions people may have that either exclude them from taking Paxlovid, or they have to take a different dose. Some medications also interfere with Paxlovid and may need to be stopped for a short time. That's why it's critical to check with your physician. I encourage you to check with your health care provider, even if you haven't contracted Covid-19, to know whether you are eligible for Paxlovid.
As far as people who shouldn't take it, Paxlovid is intended for individuals at high risk for severe disease. If you are under 50, up to date with vaccines and generally healthy, you should not take it. Every medication is about weighing risks and benefits. If you are unlikely to benefit, the risks will outweigh the benefits.
CNN: What should you do if you do have a recurrence -- do you take Paxlovid again, and do you need to isolate?
Wen: Paxlovid rebound is very unlikely to progress to severe illness, as a recent CDC report found. It is not currently recommended to take Paxlovid for rebound cases, though this is a recommendation that could change as more studies are under way. (Fauci's doctors prescribed another course of Paxlovid.)
The CDC does say that individuals with rebound infections should isolate for another five days. That's because an individual who is testing positive again by rapid home antigen test is shedding virus and could still be contagious to others.
Using caution is the right approach, but I want to emphasize again that the possibility of rebound should not dissuade people from taking a treatment that is doing what it should, which is to keep people out of the hospital and preventing them from getting severely ill.
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New Premier Media Partner offers expanded digital services for Expo 2022 participants
EXTON, Pa., ANN ARBOR, Mich., CHICAGO and NAPERVILLE, Ill. and LONDON, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE®), a subsidiary of CableLabs®, announces Pipeline magazine as the new Premier Media Partner set to transform media services for SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo® 2022.
SCTE Cable-Tec Expo will bring together the industry's leading technical innovators, thought leaders and service providers in person September 19-22, 2022, in Philadelphia, Pa. As the event's Premier Media Partner, Pipeline will extend the reach and value of media show services using its digital media platform, global audience, and unique digital distribution and analytics capabilities.
Pipeline will offer SCTE members and Expo 2022 exhibitors, participants, and sponsors a digital show daily, a virtual press office, and other onsite and off-site services, such as event showcase articles, executive video interviews, and moderated special sessions.
"We are delighted to work with SCTE and couldn't ask for a better event partner," said Scott St. John, managing editor of Pipeline. "In addition to the tremendous synergies between our organizations, we are proud to support our event partners and their participants as the world emerges from the pandemic, continues to transform, and explores the application and future of cable telecommunications technologies."
"Pipeline delivers a global readership and covers the breadth of new and existing technologies supported by our association, our show, and our industry," says Mark Dzuban, president and CEO of SCTE, a subsidiary of CableLabs. "In addition to the editorial coverage provided, Pipeline will help us bring added value to our exhibitor community, on and off the exhibit floor, with branding, thought leadership and lead-generation opportunities."
In addition to the distribution of thought-leadership content and press releases, as well as the virtual press office and digital show daily provided by Pipeline, event participants can extend the reach of their media services through Pipeline's global platform, audience, and digital distribution services. Partners, exhibitors, and event sponsors are also eligible for special discounts and incentives on Pipeline's membership services. Show participants can request additional information about these and other event services by contacting Pipeline by email at sales@pipelinepub.com, by calling +1 734 707 4988 x120, by automatically scheduling an event briefing, or by visiting Pipeline magazine online.
For more information about SCTE Cable-Tec Expo or to register to attend this year's event visit: https://expo.scte.org/.
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SCTE is shaping the future of connectivity. Through technological leadership and innovation, SCTE has served as the applied science leader for the cable telecommunications industry for more than five decades. As a not-for-profit member organization, SCTE moves member companies forward through continuous training for the workforce of tomorrow and by putting leaders into the conversations that matter. SCTE is the force behind the annual SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo®, the largest cable telecommunications and technology tradeshow in the Americas. Learn more at www.scte.org.
SCTE® Cable-Tec Expo® is the preeminent venue for thought leadership, engineering innovation and dealmaking within the broadband telecommunications industry. Hosted by the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE®), a subsidiary of CableLabs®, Expo 2022 will be hosted in Philadelphia, PA, September 19-22 and chaired by industry leaders Comcast Cable President and CEO David Watson, and Liberty Global Vice-chairman and CEO Michael Fries. The most compelling technologies that are building the future of cable telecommunications will be on display as we celebrate collaboration and "Creating Infinite Possibilities," the theme for Expo 2022. Learn more at expo.scte.org.
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TORONTO, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - RIV Capital Inc. (the "Company" or "RIV Capital") (CSE: RIV) (OTC: CNPOF) will report its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 before markets open on Monday, June 13, 2022. The Company's audited consolidated financial statements and management's discussion and analysis for the three months and year ended March 31, 2022 will be available on the Company's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on the Company's website at www.rivcapital.com/investors.
Following the release of its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2022 financial results, an audio-only recording of RIV Capital's conference call will be available on the Company's website at www.rivcapital.com/investors.
RIV Capital Inc. is building a leading cannabis packaged goods company, with a focus on establishing one of the strongest portfolios of brands in key strategic U.S. markets. Backed by in-house expertise and cannabis domain knowledge, RIV aims to grow its own brands and partner with established U.S. cannabis operators and brands to bring them to new markets and build market share. RIV established the foundational building blocks of its active U.S. strategy with the announced acquisition of ownership and control of Etain LLC and Etain IP LLC, owners and operators of legally licensed cannabis cultivation and retail dispensaries in the state of New York. Through its strategic relationship with The Hawthorne Collective, a subsidiary of The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, RIV Capital is The Hawthorne Collective's preferred vehicle for cannabis-related investments not under the purview of other ScottsMiracle-Gro subsidiaries.
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Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Although RIV Capital has attempted to identify important risks, uncertainties and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be others that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. RIV Capital does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update this forward-looking information except as otherwise required by applicable law.
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As California stretches into its third year of drought, Gov. Gavin Newsom is warning local officials that more needs to be done to save water, and to make sure all residents realize how urgent the crisis is.
If not, Newsom said, Californians could face mandatory statewide water restrictions this summer.
Newsom met with the leaders of the largest urban water suppliers on Monday and implored that they "take more aggressive actions to combat drought and better engage their customers to ensure all Californians are doing their part to save water."
Despite reservoirs dropping to critically low levels -- the largest ones currently at half of their historical averages, the state said -- the data shows the majority of Californians aren't conserving enough.
In July 2021, Newsom announced a drought emergency, calling on residents and businesses to voluntarily cut their water usage by 15%. Yet in March, not only was the target not met, but urban water usage rose by 19% from March 2020 -- the highest March water consumption since 2015, according to the State Water Resources Control Board.
Newsom said the water suppliers previously asked for more flexibility when responding to droughts based on regional needs and supplies -- a localized method he said he supported as long as the conservation efforts improved.
But now he's expressing concern that approach might not be enough.
"Every water agency across the state needs to take more aggressive actions to communicate about the drought emergency and implement conservation measure," Newsom said in a statement. "Californians made significant changes since the last drought but we have seen an uptick in water use, especially as we enter the summer months. We all have to be more thoughtful about how to make every drop count."
Advocates have previously told CNN that government officials should focus less on residential water cuts and instead mandate them for the businesses and industries that use the most water.
Jessica Gable, a spokesperson for Food & Water Watch, an advocacy group aimed at corporate and government accountability, told CNN that "there has been no effort to curtail the industries that are using the most water, which are coincidentally the industries that are also sending out the most emissions that are fueling the climate crisis."
Scientists found earlier this year that the West's current megadrought is the worst in 1,200 years, and the climate crisis has made it 72% worse.
On Tuesday, the State Water Resources Control Board will vote on a statewide ban of watering nonfunctional turf -- such as lawns that serve no purpose -- in the commercial, industrial and institutional sectors, and on regulations that would mandate local agencies to implement water use restrictions in all urban areas statewide "amid the possibility that water supplies may be up to 20% lower due to extreme weather."
Newsom will meet with agency leaders again in the next two months for an update. He also asked that the agencies submit water use data more often as a way to measure if the state is meeting its water conservation goals.
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Stark Health launches women’s resource portal with help from Hoover students
A Stark County Health Department survey last year found that many women in the county faced accessibility and bias-based hurdles when trying to access health care.
Report:Bias, poor access color women's health experiences in Stark County
Now, it's taking the first action to address those findings with the launch of the "Dear Stark Women" resource hub and marketing campaign. The website can be found at dear-stark-women-starkcohealthoh.hub.arcgis.com.
The campaign's website includes maps of clinics that take Medicaid or offer sliding scale payment, links to transportation options and information about after-hours care providers, all of which were issues women brought up in the initial survey.
"Helping our community members address social, physical and mental health needs before, during and/or in between pregnancies is the best way to improve the overall health of women, children and our community," Director of Administration and Support Services Kay Conley said in an announcement about the program.
47% of women delayed or skipped health care due to barriers to access
The original survey, which involved 303 Stark County women ages 18 to 44, was initiated as part of the agency's Maternal Child Health grant from the Ohio Department of Health. The goal is to decrease infant mortality, reduce chronic diseases and increase access to care.
Maternal Health:Black birth workers in Northeast Ohio join forces to seek more holistic care for moms
The survey found that 47% of respondents had skipped, canceled or delayed a health appointment due to a barrier or a past negative experience. Some of the cited barriers included lack of access to transportation, inability to get time off work for a health appointment and challenges finding affordable care.
Survey respondents also cited bias or negative interactions with health providers, including incidents where they felt their health concerns were ignored or dismissed.
Community Health Initiative:Stark Health welcomes recently jailed residents back with care bags
The Dear Stark Women campaign is patient-focused, with resources aimed at those seeking care. Kelly Potkay, accreditation coordinator and health educator for the Stark County Health Department, said provider trainings are already in the works.
"Currently we are working with the Alliance Family Health Center & My Community Health Center to provide [diversity, equity and inclusion] and cultural competence trainings to their providers and support staff," she said. "Next year, we are planning to continue with providing those trainings to other community partners, possibly Access Health, Lifecare, etc."
Hoover students help
The Dear Stark Women campaign is an effort of the health agency, but it didn't work alone. Through MentorStark and Hoover High School's work based learning program, six biomedical sciences career tech pathway students joined the health department in coming up with ideas to address the findings in the survey.
"I was interested in the project because I felt like it was very important for women to be able to access health care easily, because we already face many things in our daily lives and I don't think accessing health care should be one of the more difficult things," Hoover rising senior Marissa Perry said.
She, along with Sydney Pike and four other rising seniors took the survey information and researched three areas to improve, specifically transportation, care coordination and cultural competence, and provided potential options that the department could consider.
Pike tackled transportation and looked into the accessibility of rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft as options for those without public transit access. She said she was surprised to learn just how difficult finding accessible transportation can be.
"One thing I found really interesting while I was researching is how expensive some of the options can be, like a lot of insurances don't exactly cover those services, which I feel like that's something that definitely should be paid for more because you can't get health care if you can't get into the health care facility," Pike said.
Perry focused on cultural competence, and said she was excited when she saw that the Dear Stark Women website layout looked similar to some of the accessible resources she had found and suggested using.
Looking ahead, the Stark County Health Department plans to continue using its survey information to address women's health needs in the county.
"We are also planning an empowering women campaign to take charge of their health care journey," Potkay said. "Our hope is that this would help build the confidence women need to stand up for themselves."
Sam Zern can be reached at szern@cantonrep.com or 330-580-8322. You can also find her on Twitter at @sam_zern. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/healthcare/2022/06/14/stark-health-department-launches-resource-hub-womens-health/7473433001/ | 2022-06-14T11:43:16Z |
Fact check: White House tweet falsely claims ‘there was no vaccine available’ when Biden took office
By Daniel Dale, CNN
The official White House Twitter account tweeted Thursday about the sharp decline in the unemployment rate during President Joe Biden‘s tenure — but the tweet began with a false claim about Covid-19 vaccinations.
“When President Biden took office, millions were unemployed and there was no vaccine available,” the tweet said.
Facts First: It’s just not true that “there was no vaccine available” at the time Biden took office. About 3.5 million people were fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and about 19 million people had received at least one vaccine dose as of Biden’s inauguration day on January 20, 2021, according to statistics published by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The US was already administering an average of more than 1 million doses a day at the time. The first doses administered outside trials were given on December 14, 2020, while President Donald Trump was still in office. And Biden himself received his second dose nine days before he was sworn in.
Biden got the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine, which obtained emergency use authorization from the US Food and Drug Administration under Trump on December 11, 2020. Moderna’s vaccine was authorized for emergency use on December 18, 2020.
The White House could accurately say that vaccine availability was limited when Biden took office. It wasn’t until April 2021, about three months into Biden’s presidency, that all adults in every state were eligible for the vaccine. States’ early rollouts generally restricted the vaccine to health care personnel and other essential workers, residents of long-term care facilities, and seniors. At the time Biden was inaugurated, it was often difficult even for people in eligible groups to secure an appointment.
But saying “there was no vaccine available” at the time he took office, period, goes too far — wrongly making it sound as if the whole vaccine rollout began under Biden.
And while this fact check is focused on the tweet’s claim about vaccine availability, it’s worth briefly addressing the economic claims too.
Biden is free to tout the major decline in the unemployment rate during his tenure — it has fallen from 6.4 percent in January 2021 to 3.6 percent in April 2022 — but, as usual, the President’s role in the improvement is the subject of debate. And though the tweet said that “when President Biden took office, millions were unemployed,” there are still millions of people unemployed today despite the improved jobs situation. There were about 5.9 million unemployed people in April 2022, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Biden has made more accurate claims
Biden himself has delivered more accurate claims about vaccination progress during his presidency. He has repeatedly said, including at least three times this month alone, that there were only 2 million people fully vaccinated at the time he took office compared to 220 million people fully vaccinated today.
Though the real number of fully vaccinated people at the time he took office was more than 3 million — Biden might have been relying on preliminary initial data that put the number around 2 million — Biden’s “2 million” figure is certainly much closer to the truth than the White House’s tweeted claim that “there was no vaccine available.”
Biden also said in an April 2021 speech that 8 percent of people over the age of 65 had received a shot at the time he took office. (He was noting that this figure had since increased to 75 percent.)
The White House declined to comment on Friday.
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Idaho Falls Baseball scores nine unanswered to dominate Skyline 14-4
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) - An early slugfest turned into a route Tuesday afternoon at Melaleuca Field when the Idaho Falls Tigers scored nine unanswered runs to take down Skyline 14-4 in five innings.
The Grizzlies and Tigers traded runs in the first inning and a half, with Skyline scoring a pair to start the game, Idaho Falls answering with five runs, and the Grizz coming back with two more.
But from that point on, the Tigers dominated, running away with the lead to blow out the Grizzlies.
A big offensive day for Idaho Falls featured a 2-4 game with a two-run home run and a long double for Mike Christensen and and a 2-4 contest for Merit jones with a two-run triple and three total RBI.
Next up, the two teams face off again Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. at Melaleuca Field. | https://localnews8.com/sports/local-sports/2022/04/19/idaho-falls-baseball-scores-nine-unanswered-to-dominate-skyline-14-4/ | 2022-04-20T04:35:00Z |
The South LA organization adds local economic development maestro
LOS ANGELES, July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation welcomes a new board member, Miguel Acuña. With his appointment, the CDFI certified lending and small business assistance organization gains an economic development veteran with three decades of experience in business development and finance.
"VSEDC has consulted with Miguel Acuña on many projects," noted Board Chair, Kecia Washington. "For more than 30 years, his service has positively impacted thousands of Angelenos by securing access to capital, which is a premiere goal for VSEDC. His grasp of the economic development landscape in Los Angeles will be of great benefit."
Acuña is currently the Chief Financial Officer for ATC Solutions, where he counsels businesses and entrepreneurs pursuing access to capital, business plan development, and financial strategy—a position he has held since 2019.
For 14 years, Acuña led Los Angeles BusinessSource Network, where he oversaw the enrollment of 11,000 clients, the creation of 7,500 jobs, and funding of $180 million in loans.
Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation (VSEDC) is a South Los Angeles community-based nonprofit and Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) recognized for its decades of technical and business assistance to South LA small businesses, start-ups and entrepreneurs. The services VSEDC provides serves to drive community self-sufficiency, facilitate business growth, access affordable housing, goods and services, and help create jobs. VSEDC's one-on-one business coaching, free year-round business webinars, a CDFI revolving loan fund, and our South LA Best Buy Teen Tech Center contributes to the development and progression of South LA. Find out more about VSEDC at vsedc.org, Facebook and Twitter.
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I usually refrain from addressing previous letters, however in this case I feel compelled. The letter published on May 12 prompted this response.
I seem to hear the phrase “my body my choice” bantered about quite frequently lately. One being the rallying cry for those who believe that infanticide is an acceptable endgame for irresponsible behavior. Others use the phrase to denounce government overreach into our lives.
These opposing views can easily be resolved. If you do not want to wear a mask, or receive injections of hurried medications that have no long-term effects studies, I would refer you to the thalidomide issues in the ’50s, then you certainly should have the right to not submit.
You are the only person in immediate jeopardy. Persons who wish, can feel free to use whatever measures they see fit, masks, injections, isolation, etc. If these measures work as advertised this wouldn’t be a problem.
The other application of this phrase sets forth a course of action which causes the death of another human being. (Mind you these are the same people who object to the execution of serial and cop killers.)
It is amazing to me that the same person that wrote the letter espousing infanticide, is critical of the way Texas deals with “homeless and abused” children. Does he believe they are better off dead? Then, as ever so typical, liberals need to inject, it is all Trump’s fault.
By the way, apparently murders did not occur before guns were invented. This writer needs to stop regurgitating the Democratic Party line, and his two-legged stool idiom demonstrates a totally different type of stool.
David Blankemeier
Temple | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/letters_to_the_editor/article_2500cd7e-e371-11ec-9115-9bbf8830b732.html | 2022-06-04T10:31:09Z |
LONDON, May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 16, 2022, articles were published detailing the gross violations and ongoing political pressure of the former Prime Minister of Georgia, Bidzina Ivanishvili, and other beneficiaries by the Swiss bank, Credit Suisse and its subsidiaries. It was alleged that despite the Bank implementing the trust structures in the best interests of the beneficiaries, the Trustee had delayed disbursement for more than a month without providing any reasonable grounds and linking the delay to "geopolitical developments in Eastern Europe" and providing no additional information.
A spokesperson for Mr. Ivanishvili commented:
"It has now been 45 days since the instructions were provided, the Trustee continues to ignore its obligations to the beneficiaries and this context is important for a proper assessment of the issue. Mr Ivanishvili has received two "memorable gifts" from his many years of relationship with Credit Suisse: First, more than USD 1 billion lost as a result of a fraud and mismanagement perpetrated by the Bank's personnel, and, secondly, the ongoing problems with the Trusts created on the advice of the bank, to which significant funds were entrusted, and access to disbursement in any form is very limited."
Regarding the first issue, Mr. Ivanishvili has achieved notable success following the Judgement of the Bermuda Court which awarded more than USD 600 million to the Plaintiffs, and a similar outcome is expected in Singapore by the end of the year.
In terms of the ongoing issues with the Trust, the Trustee has continued to frustrate the beneficiaries. On 11th April 2022, a request was made for disbursement to the beneficiaries and the Trustee questioned the purpose of the disbursement on 13th April. Despite comprehensive information being provided in response on 14th April, the Trustee requested additional information on 20th April, including documentation and information on signatories. On 5th May 2022, the Trustee confirmed the information provided was sufficient and the necessary draft documents had been prepared for signature. However, on 19th May the Trustee delayed the process further by requesting information which had already been provided on 13th April.
These actions are emblematic of Credit Suisse's actions and the affected clients have been victims for the many years of dispute – the Bank's follows a procedure to frustrate their efforts to uncover the truth and recover the misappropriated funds. This procedure violates all established standards of banking and the move into politics is a worrying escalation. The reference to the war in Ukraine is unprecedented and the political pressure is without any justification whatsoever.
The client remains committed to expose these tactics and legal actions have been filed to ensure the Trustee fulfils its obligations to the beneficiaries and Credit Suisse is held accountable for the actions of its subsidiaries and those of its employees.
The spokesperson added:
"Mr. Ivanishvili will continue to expose to the public the failures of Credit Suisse, which he considers to be his moral obligation and hopes that this will prevent the Bank and its subsidiaries from harming the interests of other clients."
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CS Victims was established by the representatives of certain clients of Credit Suisse.
They are victims of an estimated $1 billion fraud perpetrated by the Bank's personnel over seven years. At least one of Credit Suisse's employees has been convicted of fraud and FINMA has highlighted failures in Credit Suisse's systems and controls which led directly to crimes being committed.
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The deal brings the myFitment companies' proven, leading technology in-house to help customers increase sales, satisfaction
SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY), a global commerce leader that connects millions of sellers and buyers around the world, and the myFitment group of companies ("myFitment"), a leader in delivering the tools and support to help online automotive and powersports parts and accessories sellers thrive, today announced that eBay has acquired myFitment. myFitment's technology and platform provides powerful, easy-to-use, and affordable solutions that help sellers drive sales and avoid costly returns.
This acquisition is an important step in growing eBay's key parts and accessories category and advancing its tech-led reimagination by bringing a valuable, tech-based tool in-house and ensuring continued benefits for eBay sellers and buyers. myFitment's tools help sellers by optimizing fitment data for their listings, ensuring customers order the right parts and accessories for their vehicle, reducing returns and increasing buyer satisfaction.
"eBay is home to more than half a billion parts and accessories globally, ranging from brand new replacement parts to the vintage and hard to find. As we look to elevate the user experience within this category, it is critical we provide innovative tools to help shoppers find the right parts at the right price," said Chris Prill, VP, eBay Motors. "The integration of myFitment's proven technology marks an important step in eBay's tech-led reimagination. Not only will we optimize the listing process for sellers, but we will offer an added layer of confidence for buyers by simplifying how they navigate inventory to find parts that fit their vehicle."
"We founded myFitment to help online parts and accessory sellers use technology to better connect with their customers, increase their sales, and grow their businesses," said Brian Williams, chief operating officer, myFitment. "eBay is one of the leading platforms in the world for people looking to start or grow their online business, and I can think of no better partner to help bring our technology to more of the vehicle and motorsport businesses and enthusiasts we have served for nearly ten years."
eBay has acquired the myFitment group of companies, which includes, among others, myFitment, LLC and Illumaware, LLC and the parties have signed and closed the deal as of August 23, 2022. Further details were not disclosed.
eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) is a global commerce leader that connects people and builds communities to create economic opportunity for all. Our technology empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world, providing everyone the opportunity to grow and thrive. Founded in 1995 in San Jose, California, eBay is one of the world's largest and most vibrant marketplaces for discovering great value and unique selection. In 2021, eBay enabled over $87 billion of gross merchandise volume. For more information about the company and its global portfolio of online brands, visit www.ebayinc.com.
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CLEVELAND (AP) — Joshua Dobbs ran for a touchdown and looked good directing Cleveland’s backups during a 21-20 loss to Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in an exhibition watched by both team’s starters, along with soon-to-be-suspended Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson.
Dobbs scored on a 3-yard run in the first quarter and had his second strong performance of the preseason for the Browns (1-1), who are hoping he can be their No. 2 QB behind Jacoby Brissett while Watson serves an 11-game suspension.
Dobbs finished 14 of 20 for 141 yards before Josh Rosen replaced him in the third quarter. Dobbs, who signed with Cleveland in April, has been ahead of Rosen throughout camp and probably will stay there.
Eagles’ second-string QB Gardner Minshew was equally effective, leading Philadelphia’s offense on two long touchdown drives in the first half.
With starting QB Jalen Hurts in street clothes on Philly’s sideline, Minshew directed a 14-play opening drive and followed it with a 17-play march, both ending in short TD runs for the Eagles (1-1).
Minshew finished 14 of 17 for 142 yards before turning things over to Reid Sinnett in the second half.
Sinnett hooked up with rookie wide receiver Devon Allen on a 55-yard TD pass in the third quarter to put the Eagles ahead 21-20.
This was the Browns’ first game since learning Watson will be out until at least December after agreeing to the lengthy suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy.
On Thursday, the three-time Pro Bowler accepted a settlement with the league, ending months of speculation about his status. Watson will sit 11 games, pay a $5 million fine and undergo evaluation and counseling before returning.
Watson was accused of sexual assault and harassment by two dozen women during massage therapy appointments while he played for the Houston Texans.
In advance of the game, the Eagles and Browns practiced together for two days, allowing Philadelphia coach Nick Sirianni and Cleveland’s Kevin Stefanski to get valuable reps for their starters.
Minshew, who made two starts last season when Hurts was out with an ankle injury, went 4 of 4 for 43 yards on Philadelphia’s game-opening possession, which ended with Boston Scott barreling in from the 1.
LONG AND SHORT
Browns rookie kicker Cade York showed off his powerful right leg in his first game at FirstEnergy Stadium. The fourth-round draft pick from LSU converted on kicks from 50 and 19 yards, but he hit the right upright with a 55-yarder that had plenty of distance.
INJURIES
Eagles: CB Josiah Scott went out in the second quarter. LB Patrick Johnson, DT Marvin Wilson and LB Shaun Bradley suffered injuries in the third. The team did not specify their injuries or provide any updates.
Browns: It was a tough day for defensive backs as rookie Martin Emerson Jr. (arm), A.J. Green (head) and Herb Miller (leg) all went off. Emerson left on Philadelphia’s second series and didn’t return. The third-round draft pick has had a solid summer, returning an interception for a touchdown last week at Jacksonville.
UP NEXT
Eagles: Wrap up their preseason on Saturday in Miami.
Browns: Brissett and Cleveland’s starters will play Saturday against Chicago.
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Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of PS Business Parks, Inc. (NYSE: PSB), in connection with the proposed acquisition of PSB by Blackstone Real Estate. Under the terms of the merger agreement, PSB shareholders will receive $187.50 in cash for each share of PSB common stock owned. If you own PSB shares and wish to discuss this investigation or your rights, please call us or visit our website: https://www.weisslaw.co/news-and-cases/psb
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Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of LHC Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LHCG), in connection with the proposed acquisition of LHCG by Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group. Under the terms of the merger agreement, LHCG shareholders will receive $170.00 in cash for each share of LHCG common stock owned. If you own LHCG shares and wish to discuss this investigation or your rights, please call us or visit our website: https://www.weisslaw.co/news-and-cases/lhcg
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Former Washington safety Deshazor Everett pleaded guilty to reckless driving for his role in a December crash that killed his passenger.
Everett was initially charged in Virginia with felony involuntary manslaughter in January after an investigation found he was speeding before his sports car slammed into trees and rolled over on the night of Dec. 23.
Reckless driving is a misdemeanor in Virginia punishable by up to a year in jail. He’s scheduled to be sentenced Sept. 8 in General District Court in Loudoun County.
Everett’s plea to the reduced charge was entered Tuesday. Messages sent to Everett’s attorney and a spokesperson for the Commonwealth’s Attorney on Wednesday were not immediately returned.
Everett was treated for serious injuries after the crash. His passenger, Olivia S. Peters, 29, of Las Vegas, died at a hospital.
Washington placed Everett on injured reserve after the crash and released him after the season.
Everett, who turned 30 in February, was a special teams captain in 2018 and played seven NFL seasons, all with Washington. He played in 14 games last year before the crash along a road in Chantilly, Virginia.
An investigation determined Everett was driving at more than twice the 45 mph (72 kph) speed limit on Dec. 23 when his Nissan GT-R left the roadway, according to a statement from the sheriff’s office after Everett turned himself in at the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center in February.
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A Haven of Inspired Luxury and Genuine Hospitality Awaits at JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt
BETHESDA, Md., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, has made its debut in Frankfurt, Germany with the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt. With purposeful design, extraordinary service and a commitment to holistic well-being, the property offers an elevated stay in the city, encouraging guests to connect with the world around them and revitalize the mind, body and spirit.
"With each new opening, JW Marriott brings with it a legacy of luxury hospitality combined with the brand's foundation of holistic well-being," said Bruce Rohr, Global Brand Leader, JW Marriott. "Travelers to the storied German city staying at JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt will now have access to JW Marriott's genuine service, comfortably modern design and of course guiding principles of a well-being lifestyle that can be seen and felt throughout the guest experience."
Inspired Design
Each of the 219 guestrooms and suites features floor-to-ceiling windows offering sweeping views of the sparkling city skyline and River Main, offering a moment of reflection. Directly connected to the shopping area Zeil, the hotel offers guests an unbeatable location just steps away from the heart of Frankfurt.
The hotel will soon complete a transformative renovation, bringing to life the JW Marriott brand's serene sensibility married with modern technology catering to the sophisticated, mindful traveller. Combining thoughtful interiors and fashionable state-of-the-art amenities, the hotel is a serene retreat within the heart of the thriving metropolis.
Embracing local touches that encourage moments of reflection, JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt has enlisted Hartwig Ebersbach, one of the most famous painters in Germany, to create 230 paintings which are delicately placed throughout the hotel. While the paintings are not for sale, guests can marvel at the depictions and inspirations that Hartwig Ebersbach gathered during his journeys around the globe.
Culinary Delights
JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt embraces the brand's focus on authentic and sustainable dining experiences with two concepts for guests. Located on the first floor, Max on One offers modern French cuisine with an Asian twist in a metropolitan atmosphere. Perfect for after dinner drinks, guests can enjoy Ember Bar & Lounge, a chic cocktail and champagne lounge with an extensive gin and wine list.
Furthering the brand's commitment to nourishing the body as well as the spirit, JW Marriott Hotel Frankfurt produces its very own delicious honey from a colony of bees that reside on the hotel's rooftop. The honey is served fresh from a honeycomb during breakfast while also being incorporated into delectable dishes served during lunch and dinner.
An Urban Sanctuary
JW Marriott Frankfurt is designed with guests' well-being in mind. Guests of the hotel are encouraged to take a moment for themselves to truly discover the experiences that will leave them feeling revitalised and refreshed both during and after their stay.
The hotel's fitness centre offers a variety of services including cardiovascular equipment and free weights. The Spa by JW® offers amenities including indulgent and calming treatments and access to the onsite indoor pool, spa and sauna. The Spa by JW® invites guests to an experience that's effortless, approachable, and intuitive and where spaces connect seamlessly, offering areas to relax in with or without a treatment, as an individual or part of a group.
"We are excited to introduce the JW Marriott brand to Germany," said David Salomon, General Manager, JW Marriott Frankfurt. "With its perfect location in the heart of Frankfurt, as well as extraordinary service and special finishing touches, JW Marriott Frankfurt brings excellence and redefined luxury to the city."
JW Marriott Frankfurt is just a 15-minute drive from Frankfurt International Airport.
For more information on the hotel and its amenities, including open job opportunities and to secure reservations, please visit: www.marriott.com.
About JW Marriott
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio of brands and consists of beautiful properties and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW Marriott is a tribute to the founder of Marriott International, J. Willard "J.W." Marriott, who prioritized his own well-being so that he could take better care of others. Inspired by his approach to life and rooted in holistic well-being, JW Marriott properties offer a haven designed to allow guests to focus on feeling whole – present in mind, nourished in body, and revitalized in spirit – through programs and offerings that encourage them to come together and experience every moment to the fullest. Today there are more than 100 JW Marriott hotels in more than 35 countries and territories worldwide that cater to sophisticated, mindful travelers who come seeking experiences that help them be fully present, foster meaningful connections and feed the soul. Visit JW Marriott online, and on Instagram and Facebook. JW Marriott is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.
About Marriott Bonvoy®
Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio offers renowned hospitality in the most memorable destinations in the world, with 30 brands that are tailored to every type of journey. Members can earn points for stays at hotels and resorts, including all-inclusive resorts and premium home rentals, and through everyday purchases with co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem their points for experiences including future stays, Marriott Bonvoy Moments, or through partners for luxurious products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques. To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit marriottbonvoy.com.
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RICHMOND, Va., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Corporation (NYSE:UVV) will webcast its conference call on May 25, 2022, following the release of its results for the fiscal year 2022 after market close on that date. The conference call will begin at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time and will be hosted by Candace C. Formacek, Vice President and Treasurer.
A live webcast of the conference call will be available online on a listen-only basis at www.universalcorp.com. A replay of the webcast conference call will be available at that site through August 25, 2022. A taped replay of the call will also be available from 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time on May 25th through June 7, 2022, at (866) 813-9403. The telephone replay identification number is 134295.
All remarks made during the conference call will be current at the time of the call, and the language of the call will not be updated to reflect subsequent material developments.
While news media representatives will not be able to ask questions during the webcast, they are welcome to monitor the remarks on a listen-only basis. The use of any comments made by Universal employees or other participants during the call will be restricted for background use only and not for attribution. The contents of the presentation are the property of Universal Corporation, protected by copyright law, and may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Universal Corporation. Rebroadcast of the copyrighted call or any portion thereof is prohibited.
Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is a global business-to-business agri-products supplier to consumer product manufacturers, operating in over 30 countries on five continents. We strive to be the supplier of choice for our customers by leveraging our farmer base, our commitment to a sustainable supply chain, and our ability to provide high-quality, customized, traceable, value-added agri-products essential for our customers' requirements. We find innovative solutions to serve our customers and have been meeting their agri-product needs for more than 100 years. Our principal focus since our founding in 1918 has been tobacco, and we are the leading global leaf tobacco supplier. Through our plant-based ingredients platform, we provide a variety of value-added manufacturing processes to produce high-quality, specialty vegetable- and fruit-based ingredients as well as botanical extracts and flavorings for the food and beverage end markets. For more information, visit www.universalcorp.com.
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NBC Sports executive producer Sam Flood realizes that game telecasts without announcers have been attempted a couple times, mostly without success. He is hoping the July 3 game between the Kansas City Royals and Detroit Tigers on Peacock will reverse that trend.
Peacock will not have any announcers in the booth for its streaming coverage of the AL Central matchup from Detroit’s Comerica Park. Instead, reporters will take fans around the ballpark and view the game from different vantage points.
“The whole idea of this is treating a game completely different. We’re going to take you out to the ballpark,” said Flood, who is also the network’s president of production. “We just want to be the ultimate fan’s experience and spend it like anyone else. It’s an American holiday celebration weekend. We’re going to lean in and treat baseball like fans do.”
MLB Sunday Leadoff host and in-game reporter Ahmed Fareed — who grew up in Michigan — will be joined by Bally Sports Detroit analyst Craig Monroe and NBC Sports’ Britney Eurton.
Besides featuring fans in the stands, the broadcast could also include a conversation with a scout about what they are looking for during games. There will also be a focus on youth baseball and softball, including a Little League player announcing the lineups.
“One of our goals for the Peacock game has been to celebrate the game and the players and everything that makes the sport special. So for this game that kind of gives us an opportunity to celebrate everything that makes baseball special off the field,” Fareed said.
The matchup between Kansas City and Detroit — both under .500 — also gives Peacock a chance to be creative in a way it perhaps wouldn’t with a game including the Mets, Yankees or Dodgers.
Peacock does not release streaming numbers for its MLB Sunday Leadoff package, but Fareed said players and fans have learned to adapt to games starting at 11:30 a.m. or noon Eastern.
“I do think that there’s something unique about an exclusive late morning or early afternoon game, because I think that window for sports, partly because of the Premier League and the big college football game, this past year has become a prime viewing time for sports,” he said. “If you got kids like I do, my day has been shifted more in the morning than at night.”
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CHICAGO, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced that its suite of CME Group Volatility Indexes (CVOL) are now streaming in real-time, allowing investors to keep an up to the minute pulse on what nearly every major market is signaling about future risk.
"In today's uncertain global economy, the ability to track volatility across multiple asset classes has never been more important so we are pleased to make our CVOL indexes available in real-time," said Derek Sammann, Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Commodities, Options and International Markets at CME Group. "CVOL is a powerful tool to provide indicators across the widest range of global benchmarks, from interest rates to currencies and commodities, enabling traders and analysts to better gauge the market's risk expectations. This is the latest example of how our market-leading, multi-asset class options market can provide enhanced tools and resources to help clients manage their ever-changing risk profiles."
Based on CME Group's highly-liquid options markets, CVOL tracks and measures implied volatility derived from real-time options prices across 27 futures products and six aggregate markets. Higher volatility often indicates that markets are signaling potentially significant moves in the future, while lower volatility can be an indicator that the market may be steadier ahead. Traders can measure market expectations and also track how markets are responding to certain pivotal events as they occur, including FOMC meetings, CPI data releases, OPEC meetings, WASDE reports and other market-moving events.
Today, streaming CVOL is accessible from CME Group via its website (15-minute delayed) and in real-time by users of CME Direct. Additional real-time accessibility via CME Group's Market Data Channel, Google Cloud Platform and authorized data vendors will be available soon.
Streaming CVOL is based on industry best practices and compliant with the IOSCO Principles for Financial Benchmarks. CME Group Benchmark Administration Limited (CBA) is the benchmark administrator with Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. (CME Inc.) providing Calculation Agent services. For more information please visit: www.cmegroup.com/cvol.
As the world's leading derivatives marketplace, CME Group (www.cmegroup.com) enables clients to trade futures, options, cash and OTC markets, optimize portfolios, and analyze data – empowering market participants worldwide to efficiently manage risk and capture opportunities. CME Group exchanges offer the widest range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural products and metals. The company offers futures and options on futures trading through the CME Globex® platform, fixed income trading via BrokerTec and foreign exchange trading on the EBS platform. In addition, it operates one of the world's leading central counterparty clearing providers, CME Clearing.
CME Group, the Globe logo, CME, Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Globex, and, E-mini are trademarks of Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. CBOT and Chicago Board of Trade are trademarks of Board of Trade of the City of Chicago, Inc. NYMEX, New York Mercantile Exchange and ClearPort are trademarks of New York Mercantile Exchange, Inc. COMEX is a trademark of Commodity Exchange, Inc. BrokerTec and EBS are trademarks of BrokerTec Europe LTD and EBS Group LTD, respectively. Dow Jones, Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500 and S&P are service and/or trademarks of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings LLC, Standard & Poor's Financial Services LLC and S&P/Dow Jones Indices LLC, as the case may be, and have been licensed for use by Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CFP Board Center for Financial Planning ("Center") announced today the creation of its first endowed scholarship program honoring the first Black CFP® professional, LeCount R. Davis, CFP®. Created to support the next generation of diverse CFP® professionals, the LeCount R. Davis, CFP® Scholarship program will assist qualified Black or African American students and professionals who are committed to attaining CFP® certification and to the practice of financial planning.
An advisor for more than 50 years, LeCount Davis is the first Black person to earn the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation, becoming a CFP® professional in 1978. He had already established his own consulting firm in 1970, specializing in tax planning, small business management, financial planning, financial management and investment consulting. During his long career, Davis's client portfolio included national organizations, international labor unions, pension funds, individuals, small businesses, religious organizations, investment clubs and other entities.
In 2001, Davis founded the Association of African American Financial Advisors, whose mission is to expand the community of successful Black financial professionals. To further inspire and prepare the next generation of financial planners, he published his autobiography in 2020: "One Step Back – Two Steps Forward: The Dance of My Ultimate Plan." The LeCount R. Davis, CFP® Scholarship program is yet another step forward in helping Davis fulfill his lifelong mission of diversifying the financial planning profession.
The scholarship will award up to $5,000 per student seeking to complete an undergraduate-level or a certificate-level CFP Board Registered Program, based on demonstrated merit and financial need. Upon completing the required education coursework, scholarship recipients will be eligible to take the CFP® exam and pursue the next steps to attain CFP® certification.
"Everyone can benefit from financial planning," said CFP Board CEO Kevin R. Keller, CAE. "If we're going to serve the entire country, we need to look more like the clients that CFP® professionals serve. This scholarship in honor of LeCount Davis, CFP® supports both his mission and ours — creating a more diverse and sustainable financial planning profession."
"I've enjoyed a rewarding career as a financial planner since achieving CFP® certification, and I believe financial planning is the solution to many of the socioeconomic problems in our community," said Davis. "It all starts with the knowledge of finance, and this scholarship will help students and young professionals see that you don't have to be born with a silver spoon in your mouth to make it in this world."
Further information about the LeCount R. Davis, CFP® Scholarship will be available at CFP.net/Scholarships. Individuals and firms interested in supporting the endowed scholarship should contact Institutional Giving Officer Dan Limbago at dlimbago@cfpboard.org or 202-864-5250.
The CFP Board Center for Financial Planning seeks to create a more diverse and sustainable financial planning profession so that every American has access to competent and ethical financial planning advice. The Center brings together CFP® professionals, firms, educators, researchers and experts to address profession-wide challenges in the areas of diversity and workforce development, and to build an academic home that offers opportunities for conducting and publishing new research that adds to the financial planning body of knowledge.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. is the professional body for personal financial planners in the U.S. CFP Board sets standards for financial planning and administers the prestigious CFP® certification – one of the most respected certifications in financial services – so that the public has access to and benefits from competent and ethical financial planning. CFP Board, along with its Center for Financial Planning, is committed to increasing the public's awareness of CFP® certification and access to a diverse, ethical and competent financial planning workforce. Widely recognized by the public, advisors and firms as the standard for financial planning, CFP® certification is held by nearly 93,000 people in the United States.
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Glenmere at Gladden Farms is now open for sale with three brand-new model homes available for viewing, emphasizing amenity-rich single-family living in Marana, Arizona
TUCSON, AZ, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Glenmere at Gladden Farms, a vibrant family-oriented neighborhood in southern Arizona to be built by Mattamy Homes, is now open for sale with move-in dates as early as Fall 2022.
Glenmere offers homebuyers five newly-designed, single-family floorplans ranging from 1,836 sq. ft. to 2,771 sq. ft. starting in the upper $300s. Four exterior elevation choices will keep streetscapes varied, lively and welcoming.
Three model homes are now available for in-person viewing:
- The Azure, a one-story with three beds, two baths and a three-car garage
- The Cobalt, a one-story with four beds, three baths and a two-car garage
- The Pacific, a two-story boasting four beds, three-and-a-half baths and a two-car garage
A fourth model, the Aqua, a three bed, two bath one-story is available exclusively for virtual tours.
"We're excited to announce the launch of Glenmere at Gladden Farms and welcome everyone to tour the new models," said Anjela Salyer, President of Mattamy's Tucson Division. "This community collectively brings together Mattamy's thoughtful home layouts and exterior elevations with the master-planned communities' immense focus on creating amenities that enrich the way families live and play together."
With 112 acres of green space, 17 parks, 15 playgrounds and 7.7 miles of walking paths and trails planned for the community, Glenmere at Gladden Farms, located northwest of Tucson, delivers the best of Arizona outdoors. In addition, residents will have access to barbecue and picnic areas, shade canopies, kids ziplines, a Dinosaur play and fossil dig area, dog park, sports court, and splash pad.
Near Interstate 10, Gladden Farms Elementary School, fire and medical services as well as Saguaro National Park, Glenmere at Gladden Farms provides comfort and convenience with a warm hometown feel. 21 miles from the heart of downtown Tucson, life in Marana provides year-round activities and entertainment, with a picturesque mountain backdrop.
Learn more about Mattamy's Glenmere at Gladden Farms community: www.mattamyhomes.com.
Mattamy Homes is the largest privately owned homebuilder in North America, with 40-plus years of history across the United States and Canada. Every year, Mattamy helps more than 8,000 families realize their dream of homeownership. In the United States, the company is represented in 11 markets — Dallas, Charlotte, Raleigh, Phoenix, Tucson, Jacksonville, Orlando (where its U.S. head office is located), Tampa, Sarasota, Naples and Southeast Florida — and in Canada, its communities stretch across the Greater Toronto Area as well as Ottawa, Calgary and Edmonton. Visit www.mattamyhomes.com for more information.
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- Munich Re now endorses EvolutionIQ's claims guidance platform to the North American business partners and firms it reinsures
- Proprietary deep learning delivers comprehensive and continuous claims analysis, daily reprioritization and transparent decision-making guidance for examiners
- Partners' combined experiences and expertise help increase claim capacities and lower claim costs for insurers
NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EvolutionIQ and Munich Re North America Life (Munich Re) today announced they have entered into a strategic partnership to expand the use of next-generation artificial intelligence (AI)-based claims guidance to disability insurance carriers across North America. Under the agreement, Munich Re, as part of its insurance advisory services, will offer disability insurers in the U.S. and Canada direct access to EvolutionIQ's industry-leading claims guidance platform.
Leveraging advanced machine learning, EvolutionIQ's platform integrates with an insurer's system to monitor daily open claims, and then guide claims examiners to cases that require more attention, new actions, or complex decision-making. Insurance carriers and third-party administrators using EvolutionIQ for more than one year saw shorter claim cycles, which increases claimant satisfaction and allows for benefits to be paid faster; loss ratio reductions of up to 3.3 percent; and claim flow-through reductions, which measure movement from short-term disability to more costly long-term disability, of up to 45 percent – with all of the improvements directly attributable to EvolutionIQ.
This partnership will combine EvolutionIQ's advanced technology and Munich Re's deep expertise in disability insurance to help return disability claimants to work faster while reducing claim losses and expenses. Benefits of the partnership for insurance carriers include:
- Access to EvolutionIQ's dedicated team of experts for seamless program adoption
- Access to Munich Re's group and individual disability expertise and advisory services
- Rapid program deployment, with the platform typically operational in less than eight weeks
"Munich Re is the industry standard for reinsurance in the disability space, so they know firsthand how complex the sector is – and how ripe it is for modernization," said Michael Saltzman, COO and Co-Founder of EvolutionIQ. "We have long been impressed by Munich Re's digital transformation work and we are proud to be the claims guidance solution the company is recommending to their trusted partners and clients. Working together, we are going to dramatically increase claimant satisfaction, while simultaneously increasing efficiency and reducing costs in carrier claims departments."
"EvolutionIQ offers our industry a significant opportunity to control claim costs while delivering enhanced claimant satisfaction," said Mark Costello, Senior Vice President, Group and Living Benefits Reinsurance at Munich Re Life US. "Through this partnership, we have the opportunity to help our clients and their customers save money and reduce costs. We are excited to work with EvolutionIQ to deliver cutting-edge technology that delivers real business impact to our clients."
About EvolutionIQ
EvolutionIQ is the leading provider of claims guidance software. Using advanced, proprietary machine learning and natural language processing, the claims guidance platform actively monitors extremely complex bodily injury claims. The system combines real-time predictive accuracy, clear guidance and explainable AI, and EvolutionIQ's strategic deployment services to ensure adoption and business impact. As a result, EvolutionIQ claims organizations spend their efforts on claims they can impact – and their claimants get better, more tailored service. Insurers choose EvolutionIQ to increase their profitability and control over complex lines of business by integrating decision intelligence into every step of the claims handling process. For more information, visit www.evolutioniq.com and follow the company on LinkedIn.
About Munich Re
Munich Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, primary insurance and insurance-related risk solutions. The group consists of the reinsurance and ERGO business segments, as well as the asset management company MEAG.
Munich Re is globally active and operates in all lines of the insurance business. Since it was founded in 1880, Munich Re has been known for its unrivaled risk-related expertise and its sound financial position. It offers customers financial protection when faced with exceptional levels of damage – from the 1906 San Francisco earthquake through to the 2019 Pacific typhoon season.
Munich Re possesses outstanding innovative strength, which enables it to also provide coverage for extraordinary risks such as rocket launches, renewable energies, or cyberattacks. The company is playing a key role in driving forward the digital transformation of the insurance industry, and in doing so has further expanded its ability to assess risks and the range of services that it offers. Its tailor-made solutions and close proximity to its customers make Munich Re one of the world's most sought-after risk partners for businesses, institutions, and private individuals.
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EvolutionIQ
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Michael McNamara
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Munich Re North America Life
(860) 549-6442
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Buy Now, Pay Later model includes interest-free option for shoppers
BOZEMAN, Mont., June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Credova, a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platform, announced today the launch of a new financing option on their platform. Shoppers can now pay for their purchases in four payments, every two weeks, with no interest, at select merchants. The option adds to Credova's expansive line of products to help consumers purchase gear and engage with brands in the outdoor recreation industry.
Credova has built into its model the ability to originate pay in four installments for purchases up to $600 with no interest and a scheduled payment every two weeks. Like other BNPL providers, Credova also offers long-term installment plans capped at 36% APR through their agreement with Cornerstone Bank as well as retail installment contracts, all in one platform.
The company developed this payment option as a part of their regular assessment of customer input and review. "Pay in 4 was the natural next step in our evolution as a company and something we've been working on for the last year," said Keagan Peterson, Credova COO.
Peterson explained the shopper preference was trending away from "90 days interest free" options and a discrete set of payments with no interest have gained consumer attention. "As our four payments, no interest product rolls out, we will be phasing out our 90 days interest-free product," he said.
John Birk, partner of US Optics, a Credova merchant, said, "When Credova first shared this product plan with us in August, 2021, we knew that it would be something that would meet the needs of our customers. Today, we are excited to offer the Pay in 4 option and give more people access to the products they want."
Shopper preferences are driving the growth of BNPL and Credova. Recently, Credova announced an exclusive agreement with Cornerstone Bank. Traditional banks originate lending on BNPL providers' platforms, providing the banks the opportunity to diversify and dip into consumers' preferred payment technologies. Traditional banks also allow for the evolution of BNPL products. Through bank agreements like Credova and Cornerstone's, Credova can offer on a state-by-state basis a more attractive traditional consumer loan capped at 36% and no interest products.
Credova is a group of like-minded individuals who love the outdoors and the adventures it provides. We hold the special bonding among friends and family created while experiencing the outdoors as one of the greatest joys in life, and we made a business of helping Americans experience this joy. Outdoor adventures such as fishing, hiking, skiing, hunting, camping, and motorsports, to name a few, and lifestyles like farming, ranch, and homesteading require equipment. This equipment is often expensive, and Americans sometimes need help spreading the payments for these enablers of joy over time. This is Credova's mission.
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FORT WORTH, Texas, April 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The franchise Eat The Frog Fitness is opening new locations across Texas and the rest of the United States, making it one of the fastest-growing fitness franchise brands in the United States. "With explosive growth (1,150%) in just three years, we've rapidly become one of the leading franchise opportunities in the fitness industry," says CEO and Co-Founder, Joe Culver.
Currently, Eat The Frog Fitness has 30 locations open including 6 in pre-sale with an additional 40+ in development.. This is driving expansion in markets like California, Kansas, North Carolina, Florida, Arizona, Illinois, and more. The brand is also breaking into entirely new markets in Iowa, New Jersey, and Texas, with plans to launch several corporate studios in the Texas market over the next two years. Five new franchisee groups have also joined the brand in the past quarter.
NBA player and Eat The Frog investor Anthony Tolliver said, "the aggressive expansion of Eat The Frog Fitness into Texas is a great step for the brand. I am personally excited to have several new studios opening throughout my home state."
Eat The Frog Fitness has a proven franchise-based business model that benefits franchisees and members. Eat The Frog features:
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World shares mixed as Wall Street hovers near bear market
By ELAINE KURTENBACH
AP Business Writer
World shares were mixed in cautious trading Monday after Wall Street dipped once again to the edge of a bear market.
Benchmarks rose in Frankfurt, London and Tokyo and fell in Paris and Hong Kong. U.S. futures and oil prices rose.
Investors were awaiting minutes from the latest policy setting meeting of the Federal Reserve and updates on consumer prices, due later this week.
On Friday the S&P 500 dipped more than 20% below its peak set early this year before buying late in the day gave it a tiny gain. It finished 18.7% below its record. That capped a seventh straight losing week, the longest since 2001, when the dot-com bubble was deflating.
Inflation and rising interest rates, the war in Ukraine, and China’s slowing economy are all punishing stocks and raising fears about a possible U.S. recession.
Germany’s DAX gained 0.5% to 14,050.17 and the CAC 40 in Paris lost 0.2% to 6,271.49. Britain’s FTSE 100 rose 0.6% to 7,437.36. The futures for the S&P 500 and the Dow industrials were both 0.4% higher.
In Asian trading, the Nikkei 225 in Tokyo gained 1% to 27,001.52.
Visiting Japan, President Joe Biden launched a fresh U.S. initiative on economic cooperation and trade. Called the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, the White House said it will help the United States and Asian economies work more closely on issues including supply chains, digital trade, clean energy, worker protections and anticorruption efforts.
Details remained to be negotiated, making it unclear how the framework might help U.S. workers and businesses while also serving the interests of partner countries.
South Korea’s Kospi climbed 0.3% to 2,647.38.
Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 edged 0.1% higher to 7,148.90 after Australia’s center-left opposition party on Saturday toppled the conservative government that had held power for almost a decade.
Anthony Albanese was sworn in as prime minister after his Labor party clinched its first electoral win since 2007. Labor has promised more financial assistance and a robust social safety net as Australia grapples with the highest inflation since 2001 and soaring housing prices.
But analysts said the policy stance of the newly elected administration was not significantly different from the incumbent government and major changes were not expected.
“Although it is possible that Labor will represent a slightly more fiscally supportive government than their predecessors, we don’t see many implications for financial markets from this election result,” ING Economics economists said in a commentary.
Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index lost 1.2% to 20,470.06 while the Shanghai Composite index was nearly unchanged at 3,146.86.
Hong Kong-traded shares in food delivery company Meituan lost 3.1% while e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding gave up 3.4%.
Many tech stocks, seen as some of the most vulnerable to rising interest rates, have already fallen much more than 20% this year. That includes a 37.2% tumble for Tesla and a 69.1% nosedive for Netflix.
It’s a sharp turnaround from the powerful run Wall Street enjoyed after emerging from its last bear market in early 2020, at the start of the pandemic.
With inflation at its highest level in four decades, the Fed has switched from keeping interest rates super-low to support markets and the economy and is raising rates and making other moves to tamp down inflation. The worry is it might go too far or too quickly.
Goldman Sachs economists recently put the probability of a U.S. recession in the next two years at 35%.
Inflation has been painfully high for months. But the market’s worries swung higher after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sent prices spiraling further at grocery stores and gasoline pumps, because the region is a major source of energy and grains.
In other trading, U.S. benchmark crude oil added 52 cents to $110.80 per barrel in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange. It gained 39 cents to $110.28 on Friday.
Brent crude, used as the basis for pricing for international trading, advanced 65 cents to $113.20 per barrel.
The U.S. dollar slipped to 127.56 Japanese yen from 127.87 yen late Friday. The euro rose to $1.0676 from $1.0564. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/23/asian-shares-mixed-as-wall-street-hovers-near-bear-market/ | 2022-05-23T10:24:16Z |
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NSK is exhibiting a comprehensive array of integrated mechatronic and linear motion technologies at Automate 2022, Booth 1240. The show takes place June 6 through 9 at Huntington Place Convention Center, Detroit, Michigan.
Scott Harmon, Automation Segment Manager at NSK, stated, "We develop these systems to help designers and integrators increase their competitive advantage, and get their automated systems to market faster. In applications including mechatronics for medical equipment, lab automation, factory automation, and multi-axis solutions for semiconductor, machine tool, or 3D printing requirements, these pre-built and pretested solutions will save valuable internal resources and development time."
Harmon went on to highlight some of the innovations visitors will see demonstrated at the NSK booth.
MOTORIZED BALL SCREW ACTUATOR, MBSA
The MBSA-Series Motorized Ball Screw actuator directly integrates a precision-ground ball screw with a high-accuracy stepper motor into a remarkably compact and space-saving form factor. It's high positioning accuracy and low noise performance is ideal for a range of life-critical medical and lab equipment applications.
MOTORIZED LINEAR ACTUATOR, MONOCARRIER™ MCE
The MCE – Electrified Monocarrier integrates ball screws, linear guides, support bearings and stepper motors into a turnkey mechatronic solution: a preassembled and pretested single-axis actuator that delivers outstanding precision and accuracy in a lightweight, compact form factor.
ENCLOSED LINEAR ACTUATOR, ROBOT MODULE
NSK Robot Module is a linear actuator that utilizes high precision NSK linear guides, ball screws and Monocarriers, fully integrated into a machined extruded aluminum housing. They are available in a variety of standard sizes and lengths and can be combined to create custom multi-axis systems. Ideal for industrial and pick-and-place applications, the modules include NSK's K1 integrated lubrication unit for years of maintenance-free operation.
LINEAR STAGES
NSK combines a range of proprietary machine components including linear guides, actuators, ball screws, motors, and mounting interfaces to create multi-axis stages customized for a broad range of application types and payload capacities.
LINEAR GUIDES
With the capability of moving multiple-ton industrial loads with millimetric accuracy, the NH/NS series linear guide combines NSK expertise in materials engineering with decades of advances in tribology and precision machining. They can be combined with high-performance seals and lubrication units for long-lasting performance in contaminant-prone environments.
Miniature guide series PU and PE are ideal for smaller automation applications. Exhibiting very low dynamic friction resulting in smoother motion with reduced noise, the new design supports a wide variety of applications. Martensite stainless steel is the standard material providing excellent corrosion resistance, and K1™ Lubrication units extend product life.
BALL SCREWS
Widely acknowledged as the world leader in ball screw technology, NSK offers precision-ground units in standard and custom configurations for a vast array of applications. From heavy industrial manufacturing to life-critical surgical robotics, these units deliver superior positioning accuracy, repeatability, and durability.
A popular choice for automation is the Compact FA series ball screw. It is a cutting-edge component that delivers high-speed positioning with extreme rigidity and low noise performance from one of the most compact designs in the world. With a dramatically reduced ball nut diameter and the availability of low-profile support units, it is a compelling solution for space-saving design of equipment and devices.
DIRECT DRIVE MEGATORQUE™ MOTORS
Featuring remarkable positioning resolution of over 2.6 million pulses/revolution, the NSK Megatorque Motor Series is ideal for a range of indexing, automation, and robotic applications where speed, compact size, and accuracy are paramount. They feature precision-machined crossed roller bearings for outstanding dependability and maintenance-free running.
NSK manufactured the world's first bearings in Japan in 1916, and has since developed into a global organization researching, designing, and manufacturing Motion & Control™ solutions essential for mobility and industrial applications. In the early 1960s, NSK set its sights outside Japan and has established over 200 business locations in 30 countries, alongside a vast network of joint ventures and partnerships in all corners of the world. Today, NSK is the top supplier of bearings in Japan and is the third largest supplier in the world by market share.
For more information, visit NSKAutomation.com
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Plane makes emergency landing after taking off from KCI
By Nick Sloan
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KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KCTV) — Delta Airlines Flight 9966 made an emergency landing in Kansas City Friday night after experiencing failures while in the air.
The flight, which had two people on board, landed safety just before 11 p.m.
The plane was heading to Atlanta when it experienced issues in the air.
Flight Aware indicates the plane took over at 9:28 p.m. It was scheduled to land in Atlanta by 11:30 p.m. on Friday.
No injuries were reported.
The plane was required to circle around the airport to burn fuel before landing.
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(The Hill) – Congressional Democrats are needling their GOP colleagues after the Jan. 6 House select committee said some Republicans had asked former President Trump for a pardon following the 2021 Capitol riot.
A series of Democratic lawmakers posted to Twitter following the panel’s first hearing Thursday saying they “didn’t ask” for a pardon after the committee revealed that “multiple” GOP lawmakers allegedly requested a pardon from Trump after the riot.
“Ok I will start. I didn’t ask for a pardon,” wrote Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), who was among the first to tweet about the topic.
“I didn’t ask for a pardon. I lived through the coup attempt and all I got was a lousy COVID infection,” tweeted Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-N.J.).
Others who tweeted similar comments included Democratic Reps. Gerry Connolly (Va.), Mark Pocan (Wis.), Sean Casten (Ill.), Juan Vargas (Calif.) and Chellie Pingree (Maine).
Schatz also retweeted his initial post to call on all members of Congress to answer “this simple question.”
During the select committee’s hearing Thursday, Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), the panel’s vice chair, said Rep. Scott Perry (R-Pa.) was one of multiple lawmakers who asked Trump for a pardon in the wake of the riot and efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Perry has denied the allegation.
CNN previously reported in January 2021 that “several” GOP congressmen who were allegedly involved in the rally at the Ellipse near the White House before the Capitol riot requested pardons from Trump.
Roling Stone reported in October that Rep. Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) floated the idea of Trump issuing “blanket pardons” for some who took part in organizing the rally at the Ellipse. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/democrats-offer-roll-call-of-who-didnt-ask-trump-for-a-pardon/ | 2022-06-10T23:01:15Z |
New App Lets Creators Sell Video Courses in Their Link in Bio
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Koji, the world's most powerful Link in Bio platform and the leading app store for social media, today announced the launch of Sell Video Courses, a new app that allows creators to sell video courses to their audience directly through their link in bio.
The Sell Video Courses app offers a singular location where creators can provide courses on various subjects for their fans and followers to purchase. With Sell Video Courses, creators can upload multiple videos for each course and track the progress as fans progress. Creators also have the option of including optional course materials like instructor's guides or interactive assignments. Fans can unlock each course by providing the payment method chosen by the creator, which could include standard payment, email, a password, quiz, NFT, or watching a video.
The new app is free to use and available today on the Koji App Store.
Koji is the world's most powerful Link in Bio platform. With hundreds of free apps created by Koji and its community of independent developers, the Koji Link in Bio gives leading Creators on TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, and other social media platforms new ways to engage audiences, connect with supporters, and monetize. Koji launched in March 2021 and has raised $36 million in venture capital.
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May primaries set to test Trump’s touch as GOP kingmaker
By Maeve Reston, CNN
Former President Donald Trump’s ability to pick winning candidates will be put to the test as the primary calendar kicks into high gear this month with a series of contentious contests starting Tuesday in Ohio.
Most of this month’s GOP candidates have tried to appeal to Trump during their campaigns, which is already a victory for the former President. But clearing the field and sailing toward a potential 2024 White House bid will hinge in part on his capacity to prove that he remains the unrivaled kingmaker of the GOP.
The Ohio GOP Senate contest is a prime example of how genuflection to the former President is driving the debate in many Republican primaries throughout the country. Trump upended what was already a topsy-turvy race by backing J.D. Vance, the “Hillbilly Elegy” author and onetime Trump critic, who has since recanted. But even after Trump threw his weight behind Vance — describing him as “a warrior” against what the former President falsely calls the “rigged and stolen presidential election” — several of Vance’s Republican rivals have clamored to prove they are more aligned with Trump’s values.
That’s been a common dynamic throughout many of the contests holding primaries this month. Fealty to Trump will play a major role in a US House race in West Virginia the following week when the Trump-backed candidate, Rep. Alex Mooney, will face GOP Rep. David McKinley in the first incumbent-versus-incumbent primary of the cycle. Mooney endeared himself to Trump by objecting to the Pennsylvania electoral count as Congress was certifying Joe Biden’s general election victory. McKinley voted to certify Biden’s win and backed the formation of an independent commission to investigate the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol — an effort killed in the Senate.
One of this year’s most expensive Senate showdowns will unfold in Pennsylvania on May 17. Trump’s candidate, celebrity surgeon Mehmet Oz, is in a heated race against, among others, David McCormick, a former hedge fund chief executive who has pounded Oz for the ideological inconsistencies he displayed throughout his television career.
Finally on May 24, Trump will get his opportunity to avenge Republican Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp for rebuffing his 2020 election schemes. The President lured former Sen. David Perdue into the race against the sitting governor, spawning an internal party brawl that many in the GOP saw no point in having.
The May contests encapsulate the long shadow that Trump’s personal grievances continue to cast over his party and the extent to which he has trapped his GOP loyalists in a time warp as he encourages them to keep pushing his baseless claims of 2020 voter fraud at a time when many Americans have more pressing concerns.
Voters are struggling with soaring gas and grocery prices as inflationary pressures shows no sign of abating. There are new indications that the economy could be headed toward a recession. And the President’s approval rating registered at a 41% in CNN’s latest average of recent national polls — a predicament that has historically led to steep losses in the House for the party in the White House.
But Trump has never shown much concern about the way his personal ambitions have derailed his party’s most effective messaging opportunities — and 2022 has given him a chance to hand-pick candidates who are as relentless as he is about continuing to sow doubt about the 2020 results, even though there is no evidence of widespread voter fraud.
The drive to please him and his base has contributed to the gravitational pull of GOP primary candidates farther to the right, a vulnerability that Democrats plan to capitalize on this fall as they seek to hold onto the suburban and moderate voters that Trump alienated.
“These primaries are really crucial because it’s the first test we have of Trump’s endorsement and whether some potentially weaker candidates that he has backed could end up as the nominee,” said Jessica Taylor, the Senate and governors editor for the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter.
“He’s the one driving the narrative. In that way, he’s already won. All of these candidates, regardless of whether they’ve gotten Trump’s endorsement or not, are feverishly trying to make themselves into the MAGA mold.”
May 3: Heated Ohio Senate primary
Democratic Rep. Tim Ryan has largely consolidated his party’s support behind his quest for the nomination to fill the seat of retiring GOP Sen. Rob Portman.
That has meant most of the drama has been in the crowded Republican Senate primary, centering in the final days on whether Vance deserved Trump’s imprimatur. While the former President was willing to look beyond Vance’s past critiques, the political arm of the Club for Growth is wielding those statements as a weapon as it tries to boost former state treasurer Josh Mandel — even though those moves have angered Trump.
One ad from Club for Growth Action in the final week featured an old clip of Vance referring to himself as a “never Trump guy” as an incredulous viewer asks, “Has Trump seen this?” and asserts that the former President is “getting it wrong” with his endorsement. (Vance has made a point of addressing his conversion on the campaign trail, asking voters to give him credit for admitting a mistake).
Before Trump weighed in on the race, Mandel, who served in the Marine Corps Reserve, and Mike Gibbons, a wealthy self-funding businessman, had appeared poised to lead the field — their own rivalry becoming so heated that they appeared on the verge of blows at one debate. Mandel has repeatedly made the false claim that the 2020 election was stolen from Trump, telling reporters Friday that “we should audit (the election results of) every single state in the nation, including those that Trump won.”
But he is leaning on other conservative figures to help carry his campaign across the finish line, including Texas Sen. Ted Cruz. Campaigning with Mandel in Ohio this weekend, Cruz mocked candidates who “have Donald Trump tattooed on my rear end” and said voters should instead consider the consistency of the candidates’ records as conservatives.
In the race for governor, incumbent Mike DeWine leads his Republican primary opponents, according to recent polling, even though he has been a frequent target of the pro-Trump wing of his party. The more restrictive approach that DeWine adopted to Covid-19 precautions, as compared with other GOP governors, triggered some conservatives and Trump, who blasted DeWine in a recent rally in the state as “terrible.” But Trump has not endorsed in the race.
Former Rep. Jim Renacci, who lost to Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown in the 2018 Senate race, and farmer Joe Blystone, who has railed against Covid mask and vaccine mandates as well as what he views as DeWine’s government overreach, appear to be splintering the faction of GOP voters opposed to DeWine.
May 10: A controversial Trump endorsement in Nebraska
Trump has a track record of endorsing problematic candidates who have created headaches for his party — a dynamic at play in the Nebraska gubernatorial primary on May 10.
Trump has endorsed Charles Herbster, a rancher and businessman, and has stood by him even after the Nebraska Examiner reported in mid-April seven women, including Republican state Sen. Julie Slama, had accused Herbster of groping them at political events or beauty pageants, with an additional woman accusing him of kissing her forcibly. In six cases, at least one eyewitness corroborated the women’s allegations, the publication reported. Herbster has denied the allegations, calling them “100% false.”
Republican Gov. Pete Ricketts, who had urged Trump to stay out of the race, endorsed one of Herbster’s GOP rivals, Jim Pillen, a hog farmer and veterinarian who serves on the University of Nebraska Board of Regents. Ricketts described the allegations as “beyond horrible” and said Herbster should “seek treatment.”
At a rally for Herbster Sunday night, Trump claimed that Herbster was being “badly maligned.”
“I defend people when I know they are good; he’s a good man,” Trump said, hewing to his long-standing pattern of dismissing sexual harassment and assault allegations, including those that were lodged against him in his 2016 campaign when he said they were “all false stuff” and claimed he was “a victim.”
May 17: Tight races for Trump’s candidates in Pennsylvania and North Carolina
The race to replace retiring GOP Sen. Pat Toomey in Pennsylvania is on track to become one of the most expensive in the country as the commonwealth’s perennial swing state status makes that seat among the most likely to flip from Republican to Democratic control.
The bulk of the spending is on the GOP side. As Oz and McCormick and their outside allies have poured their resources into television ads, the race blew past the $100 million mark in late April. Trump is slated to appear on Oz’s behalf at a rally next weekend. And in a remarkable display of the thrall he holds over his party, most of the GOP candidates said at a recent debate it was too soon for their party to move on from the 2020 election.
McCormick hired a roster of former Trump aides and aggressively pursued his endorsement, lavishing praise on Trump-era policies as he and his allies have portrayed Oz as a RINO, or “Republican in name only.” One of McCormick’s recent ads argues that the former President endorsed the wrong guy by backing a celebrity doctor who has praised figures reviled by conservatives, including former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Dr. Anthony Fauci, one of Biden’s top medical advisers.
Democrats have a competitive race of their own among Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, Rep. Conor Lamb and state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta. Fetterman has emerged as the candidate to beat by virtue of his fundraising and state-wide name recognition. Lamb, a centrist who has argued that his past victories in Republican-leaning districts demonstrate his ability to win statewide, has said that Fetterman’s more progressive profile would make him too much of a risk in the general election. Despite those attacks, Fetterman told CNN he sees no need to moderate his stances, which include advocacy for more gun control, abortion access and universal health care — especially at a time when Republicans in Congress have shown no interest in compromise.
The other marquee Senate contest on May 17 is the race to replace retiring Sen. Richard Burr in North Carolina, where Trump endorsed Rep. Ted Budd, who backed the former President’s 2020 election maneuvers by voting to toss out the electoral results in Arizona and Pennsylvania in January 2021.
Trump’s endorsement nearly a year ago failed to clear the field for Budd, who has been boosted by Club for Growth Action running ads critical of former Gov. Pat McCrory.
McCrory, in turn, has accused Budd of being “reckless” with his words, putting out a misleading ad focused on Budd’s comments about Russian President Vladimir Putin and attempting to tie him in a recent digital ad to GOP Rep. Madison Cawthorn, a polarizing figure in North Carolina politics.
Cheri Beasley, the first Black woman to lead the North Carolina Supreme Court as chief justice, is heavily favored on the Democratic side.
Across the country, Trump also weighed into the May 17 intra-party fight in the Idaho governor’s race, backing Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin in her primary challenge to Gov. Brad Little. Showing a penchant for Trump-style theatrics, McGeachin briefly captured the national spotlight last year by using Little’s absence from the state to issue an executive order barring mask mandates. (Little later repealed the order, calling it “a self-serving political stunt.”) In October, Little accused McGeachin of attempting to deploy the state National Guard to the US-Mexico border while he was in the Lone Star State visiting the border. Despite Trump’s “complete and total endorsement,” McGeachin does not appear to have gained much traction.
May 24: Trump tries to avenge his Georgia loss
Trump’s defeat in Georgia has fueled his involvement in the Peach State — specifically his zeal to topple Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, who refused Trump’s request that he “find” more than 11,000 votes to overturn Biden’s victory in the state. Trump has backed GOP Rep. Jody Hice, who embraced his election conspiracies, against him.
Georgia became the first state where the Trump-affiliated Make America Great Again, Again! PAC extended its efforts to the airwaves, according to AdImpact data. Its ad touted both Perdue, Trump’s choice for governor, and former NFL star Herschel Walker, who is backed by both Trump and Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell for the GOP to take on Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock.
While Trump’s commitment to Walker helped keep other top Republicans out of the Senate race, it’s not clear that his backing of Perdue has had the intended effect. The former senator’s efforts to fire up Trump loyalists by arguing Kemp could have done more to challenge the election results so far has not proved to be a winning strategy.
Kemp, who has won critical conservative victories on legislation restricting abortion and making it legal for most Georgians to carry a concealed firearm without a license, has been bolstered by groups like the Republican Governors Association, which aired ads touting him as a “proven conservative leader.” As a former secretary of state, he has rebutted Perdue’s attacks by arguing that he did not have the authority to alter the election results. Kemp noted in a late April debate that he would not “be lectured by someone who lost his last election,” referring to Perdue’s loss to Democrat Jon Ossoff in a January 2021 runoff.
Voters in Alabama also goes to the polls on May 24, but Trump is no longer directly involved in the GOP Senate primary there after he rescinded his endorsement of GOP Rep. Mo Brooks, once one of his most loyal lieutenants on Capitol Hill, irked both by the congressman’s flailing campaign and his assertion that voters should put the 2020 election behind them.
Two of Brooks’ rivals to replace retiring GOP Sen. Richard Shelby — former Shelby aide Katie Britt and Mike Durant, a veteran and aerospace executive — have led the GOP field.
Trump’s endorsement record
Many of the Republicans running in May primaries have styled themselves as Trump candidates, but this month’s contests will be the first test of whether Trump’s endorsement gambles pay off with victories.
But Scott Jennings, a Republican strategist and CNN contributor, said that even if the former President ends up with a mixed record, he is likely to adopt what he called Trump’s traditional stance that “everything good that happens, I’m responsible for, and everything bad that happens is someone else’s fault.”
As the general election contests take shape, Jennings predicted that the focus on Trump’s 2020 election obsessions will begin to fade as connecting with voters’ economic concerns becomes the paramount objective for the GOP.
“My personal view is that if you’re not talking about inflation and gas prices, the economy, crime and schools in the fall — you’re an idiot,” he said. “It’s obvious what people are worried about. … Make the race a referendum on Biden on those issues.”
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Trusted collaboration aims at financially empowering people and enterprises throughout the continent
OSLO, Norway and MEXICO CITY, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reltime AS, a disruptive global Web3 and Metaverse financial technology company, and Triskel Capital Ltd. have entered into a long-term strategic partnership to change the way people and businesses in Latin America financially interact and transact.
Together with Reltime as its next-generation strategic partner, Triskel aims at putting financial power and freedom squarely in the hands of the people—regardless of income, background, gender, race, ethnicity, banked, unbanked or underbanked status—as well as merchants and businesses.
Without any middlemen, they will be able to:
- Seamlessly create their own personal or merchant account using a mobile app, completely free of charge.
- Move and send money as well as pay and get paid, almost instantly (between 2-3 seconds to/from 150 countries), cheaper (at a fraction of the cost) and more securely.
- Lend, borrow (with or without collateral and interest) and earn money to/from their phone contacts or on Reltime's global marketplace.
- Create joint accounts with family and friends.
- Swap digital assets with anyone in the world.
- Do more with money—anytime, anyplace and anywhere.
- And much more…
"Triskel and Reltime are a perfect match," says Peter Michel Heilmann, CEO, Reltime. "Both our companies are at the forefront of an exciting new Web3 and Metaverse movement and revolution. Building a relationship of trust, hand in hand, Triskel and Reltime are introducing game-changing products, services and solutions that we hope will win the hearts and trust of millions of people and businesses throughout Latin America. This truly is a unique moment in time to partner up with Triskel in this exciting, dynamic and growing continent."
"We are exhilarated to be strategically collaborating with Reltime," says Illiane Caballero, CEO and co-founder, Triskel Capital. "This newly-formed partnership aims at revolutionising the way we in Latin America conduct our financial transactions. Together, we are going to offer unique, game-changing and hard-needed Web3 financial solutions to anyone—people, merchants, entrepreneurs and companies— in Latin America wishing to take back control of their finances and enjoy complete financial freedom."
Reltime and Triskel are keen on working closely with other Latin American partners on the ground in order to penetrate the various markets more rapidly. Furthermore, Triskel will be offering Reltime's FastTrack to Web3 to companies such as a telecommunications firms, trusted brands, financial service providers and other B2B2C partners, enabling them to build their own integrated, white-labelled, state-of-the-art Web3 financial ecosystem within three weeks.
In addition, last week Reltime announced that it is developing and will soon be launching its Decentralised Exchange (DEX), cutting out any middlemen and providing businesses, traders and producers anywhere in the world with freedom and attractive benefits through peer-to-peer (P2P) trading, swapping, pooling, winning and farming of digital assets, commodities, precious metals and foreign exchange world-wide. The Reltime DEX could, for example, be used as a truly easy-to-use platform for Latin American cocoa producers to trade their quality beans directly with buyers on the other side of the planet, without the interference of any intermediaries.
The global technology company from Norway is also developing the world's first all-in-one Web3 and Metaverse payment, identity and cold storage biometric card.
About Reltime
Headquartered in Oslo, Reltime is building a global movement to change the way people and businesses financially interact and transact. Protecting their identity and assets in a completely new way, Reltime has built the first global Web3 financial ecosystem atop its Layer 1, Proof of Authority blockchain. The disruptive global Web3 and Metaverse financial technology company with full Nordic trust, honesty and transparency is changing the game in the New World. Reltime offers cutting-edge, white-labelled B2B2C, Metaverse and Web3 solutions to telecommunications, financial service providers and other trusted partners from around the globe. With wholly-owned subsidiaries in Norway, Lithuania and El Salvador, Reltime has a global license to hold digital assets on behalf of customers and third parties.
Reltime's goal is by 2025 for 100 million people and enterprises to be financially free and do more with money by sending, receiving, withdrawing, depositing, borrowing, lending, earning, swapping, staking, trading, interacting and transacting on the Metaverses and in the real world, and to become the leading, preferred and trusted financial Metaverse partner for both people and businesses.
A 24-page presentation can be downloaded at https://reltime.com/pitch and white paper 5.0 at https://reltime.com/whitepaper.
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About Triskel Capital Ltd.
Triskel Capital is a multidisciplinary partnership incorporated in 2020 by a highly-experienced and diversified group of professionals, who share a passion for finance, technology and disruption. Based in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the offshore company services its clients through a multinational network, combining operational efficiency and attractive returns.
In just two years' time, Triskel Group has managed to position Triskel Trading (a brokerage firm), Beat Markets (a technology company specialised in creating Expert Advisors for institutional, wealth and retail clients) and, finally, our new financial platform in the financial sector, Triskel Capital, hand in hand with Reltime.
Web site: https://www.triskel-trading.com.
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Triskele Capital Ltd.
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Rev. Donald King appointed interim president of Stark County Catholic Schools
Stark County native Rev. Donald King has been appointed interim president of Stark County Catholic Schools.
Bishop David J. Bonnar, head of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown, made the appointment effective July 1. Over the past month, King has been meeting with school leaders and stakeholders.
King retired in August 2019 as pastor of St. Michael the Archangel parish in Plain Township, where he had served since 2010. He also previously served as pastor of Blessed Sacrament parish in Warren.
His various other assignments include time as associate pastor of parishes in Stark County.
King attended St. Benedict School and Central Catholic High School in Canton. He has served on Catholic school boards in both Stark and Trumbull counties.
As interim president of Stark County Catholic Schools, King is providing leadership for Canton Central Catholic High School and St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Louisville, with the responsibility of identifying strengths and opportunities for each school.
"Father King is well known in Stark County, and his pastoral and leadership gifts will serve us well during this current transitional time," Mary Fiala, superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Youngstown, said in a prepared statement.
King succeeds Dan Gravo, who was appointed president in 2017. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/education/2022/08/02/donald-king-appointed-interim-president-stark-county-catholic-schools/10206981002/ | 2022-08-02T15:00:05Z |
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP ("GPM") announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Tuya Inc. ("Tuya" or the "Company") (NYSE: TUYA).
Class Period: March 2021 IPO
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 11, 2022
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Tuya lawsuit, you can submit your contact information at www.glancylaw.com/cases/tuya-inc/. You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at shareholders@glancylaw.com to learn more about your rights.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors: (1) that a material portion of Tuya's China-based customers were engaged in the widespread and systematic manipulation of reviews and product offerings in violation of Amazon.com's terms of use; (2) that, prior to the IPO, a consumer investigation and data breach had exposed an illicit fake review scheme being perpetrated by many of Tuya's clients, among others, which included, inter alia, the exposure of 13 million records of organized fake review scams linked to over 200,000 Amazon account profiles; (3) that, as a result of above, there was a substantial risk that a material portion of Tuya's significant customers would be barred from using Amazon.com's platform, negatively impacting Tuya's business, revenue, earnings, and prospects; and (4) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Charles Linehan, Esquire, of GPM, 1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, by email to shareholders@glancylaw.com, or visit our website at www.glancylaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number and number of shares purchased.
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BROOMFIELD, Colo., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOGO), the world's largest provider of broadband connectivity services for the business aviation market, today announced that it will release its financial results for the second quarter of 2022 before the market opens on August 5, 2022. The Company will host a conference call with financial analysts the same day at 9:30 a.m. (ET).
Conference Call & Web Cast
A live web cast of the conference call, as well as a replay, will be available online on the Investor Relations section of the Company's investor website at http://ir.gogoair.com.
Participants can also join the call by dialing +1 844-543-0451 (within the United States and Canada). Please click on the below link to retrieve your unique conference ID to use to access the earnings call:
About Gogo
Gogo is the world's largest provider of broadband connectivity services for the business aviation market. We offer a customizable suite of smart cabin systems for highly integrated connectivity, inflight entertainment and voice solutions. Gogo's products and services are installed on thousands of business aircraft of all sizes and mission types from turboprops to the largest global jets, and are utilized by the largest fractional ownership operators, charter operators, corporate flight departments and individuals.
As of March 30, 2022, there were 2,699 business aircraft flying with Gogo's AVANCE L5 or L3 system. Gogo reported 6,526 aircraft flying with its ATG systems onboard and 4,522 aircraft with satellite connectivity installed as of the end of the first quarter. Connect with us at business.gogoair.com.
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SAN FRANCISCO , Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Limbix is excited to announce a partnership with Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) for a research study to evaluate SparkRx, an adjunct treatment for adolescents with symptoms of depression, in specialty medical care settings. SparkRx is a self-guided, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-based digital therapeutic intervention for adolescents, aged 13-22 years old. Research indicates that CBT is an effective treatment option for depression in adolescents. SparkRx brings an engaging, evidence-based program directly to teens' smartphones. This digital therapeutic helps teens understand their depression and learn coping skills to manage their symptoms.
Limbix and CHLA are testing SparkRx's feasibility and efficacy among adolescents with elevated depressive symptoms that are being treated in the Cardiology and Gastroenterology programs at CHLA. Teens that have chronic medical conditions, such as cardiovascular and gastrointestinal diseases, are often at higher risk for depression. Finding behavioral health care can be difficult and when left untreated, symptoms of depression can worsen other health conditions.
"At Limbix, we are committed to building digital therapeutics that are easily accessible to patients and give providers a safe and effective treatment option," said Aarthi Padmanabhan, PhD, Chief Research Officer at Limbix and Co-Principal Investigator of the study. "We are especially excited to partner with Children's Hospital Los Angeles to run this research study in specialty care settings to better understand the mental health needs of this patient population."
Eligible study participants complete interactive activities within the digital therapeutic intervention that are designed to help them learn the relationship between mood and behavior, identify activities that can help them feel better, and give them a sense of accomplishment. The goal of the study is to understand if these adolescents find SparkRx to be a convenient treatment option, if it can reduce the symptoms of depression in adolescents with chronic medical conditions, and to collect feedback on the participants' experience using SparkRx.
"We're excited about this opportunity to offer our patients a new resource for adolescent depression via a digital therapeutic that could help minimize barriers and increase access to mental health treatment," said Heather Bemis, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Division of Comfort and Palliative Care, Department of Anesthesiology Critical Care Medicine at CHLA and Principal Investigator of the study.
To learn more about the study or to enroll as a participant, please visit https://project.limbix.com/sparkrx-study-a.
Limbix is on a mission to make mental health treatment accessible to young people who need it the most, when they need it the most. Limbix's diverse team of clinicians, product designers, researchers, and engineers are uniquely suited to developing mental health technology, as they understand the value of combining clinical expertise with technological innovation. The team is focused on giving all young people access to affordable, effective behavioral health care by building safe and evidence based treatment options that providers can offer to their patients. Through extensive research, Limbix built their first digital therapeutic, SparkRx, that delivers CBT-based treatment directly to each user's smartphone.
Intended Use: SparkRx is a digital therapeutic intended to provide a neurobehavioral intervention (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - Behavioral Activation) in patients 13 to 22 years of age as adjunct treatment for symptoms of depression.
SparkRx has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. During the COVID-19 public health emergency, SparkRx is being made available without a prescription under the FDA's emergency guidance for digital health devices treating psychiatric disorders.
Warnings: SparkRx is not for emergency use. Please instruct patients to dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room in the event of a medical emergency.
Patients should be clearly instructed not to use SparkRx to communicate severe, critical, or urgent information to their health care provider. Patients should also be informed that text they enter into SparkRx will not be monitored or reviewed by a health care provider.
SparkRx is not meant to be used as treatment without supervision of a health care provider. Please instruct your patients to contact you should they notice a worsening of symptoms or an increase in thoughts of suicide or self-harm.
SparkRx is not meant to be a substitution for any treatment or medication.
SparkRx is intended for patients whose primary language is English with a reading level of 5th grade or above, and who have access to an Android/iOS smartphone or tablet. SparkRx is intended only for patients who own a smartphone or tablet and are familiar with use of smartphone or tablet apps (applications).
SparkRx contains sensitive medical information. Please instruct patients to protect their information by password protecting their smartphone or tablet, and ensuring no one else may access their device.
SparkRx does not address concerns of active suicidal ideation with intent. SparkRx is not intended for the prevention of suicide attempts or self-harm behaviors. Patients with active suicidal ideation with intent or those who have had a past suicide attempt may still be given SparkRx to help treat depression but should not be given SparkRx to prevent, treat or mitigate active suicidal ideation with intent.
Patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who are currently experiencing marked alterations in arousal or reactivity associated with traumatic events may find that the level of exposure related to guided behavioral activation exacerbates symptoms.
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SALT LAKE CITY, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Co-Diagnostics, Inc. (Nasdaq-CM: CODX) (the "Company" or "Co-Dx"), a molecular diagnostics company with a unique, patented platform for the development of molecular diagnostic tests, announced today that it has shipped testing reagents for monkeypox virus currently exhibiting a multi-country outbreak to one of its international distributors.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), monkeypox is a virus originally transmitted to humans from animals, and then transmitted from one person to another by close contact with lesions, body fluids, respiratory droplets and contaminated materials such as bedding. As of July 7, 2022, over 6,000 cases of monkeypox have been reported to WHO from 59 countries.
The products shipped were designed and developed on an expedited basis to meet the demands in the distributor's region.
Company CEO Dwight Egan commented, "The World Health Organization has stated that, 'Detection of viral DNA by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is the preferred laboratory test for monkeypox.' We are grateful to our dedicated design and manufacturing teams, whose efforts have allowed us to react so quickly to meet the needs of an important distributor customer. Co-Dx is pleased to be able to continue our mission of providing high-quality, affordable molecular testing products in response to ever-changing healthcare demands in regions all around the world."
Co-Diagnostics, Inc., a Utah corporation, is a molecular diagnostics company that develops, manufactures and markets state-of-the-art diagnostics technology. The Company's technology is utilized for tests that are designed using the detection and/or analysis of nucleic acid molecules (DNA or RNA). The Company also uses its proprietary technology to design specific tests to locate genetic markers for use in industries other than infectious disease and license the use of those tests to specific customers.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) that are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Risks and uncertainties that may cause such differences include, among other things: our products may not prove to be as effective as other products currently being commercialized or to be commercialized in the future by competitors; risks inherent in manufacturing and scaling up to commercial quantities while maintaining quality controls; the uncertainties inherent in new product development, including the cost and time required to gain regulatory clearance for such product and to commercialize such product(s);and, market acceptance of our products once commercialized. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made and reflect management's current estimates, projections, expectations, and beliefs. There can be no assurance that any of the anticipated results will occur on a timely basis or at all due to certain risks and uncertainties, a discussion of which can be found in the Risk Factors disclosure in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 22, 2022, and in our other filings with the SEC. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement relating to matters discussed in this press release, except as may be required by applicable securities laws.
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Second Quarter Total Revenue Increases 15% Year-Over-Year with First Half 2022 Non-GAAP Organic Recurring Revenue Growth of 6%; Updates Full Year 2022 Financial Guidance
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the world's leading cloud software company powering social good, today announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2022.
"Our financial results for the quarter and through the first half of 2022 paced ahead of our plan," said Mike Gianoni, president and CEO, Blackbaud. "We are uniquely positioned as a market leader in our space, and we continue to sharpen our focus on delivering a best-in-class experience for our customers, which is resulting in longer term commitments with future opportunity to deepen these relationships and forge new ones. We continue to monitor the macro environment and remain confident in our core business as well as our ability to execute incremental program initiatives already underway as we look to balance operating discipline with strategic investments to drive sustainable growth and improving profitability."
- GAAP total revenue was $264.9 million, up 15.5%, with $252.5 million in GAAP recurring revenue, up 16.4%.
- Non-GAAP organic recurring revenue increased 5.1%.
- GAAP income from operations was $0.1 million, inclusive of security incident-related costs, net of insurance of $8.3 million, with GAAP operating margin of 0.0%, a decrease of 570 basis points.
- Non-GAAP income from operations was $54.5 million, with non-GAAP operating margin of 20.6%, a decrease of 300 basis points.
- GAAP net loss was $3.4 million, with GAAP diluted loss per share of $0.07, down $0.21 per share.
- Non-GAAP net income was $38.9 million, with non-GAAP diluted earnings per share of $0.75, down $0.07 per share.
- Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA was $70.6 million, up $4.8 million, with non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA margin of 26.6%, an increase of 80 basis points.
- GAAP net cash provided by operating activities was $57.3 million, a decrease of $12.5 million.
- Non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow was $43.9 million, a decrease of $15.1 million, with non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow margin of 16.6%, a decrease of 910 basis points.
"We had a strong quarter posting double-digit total revenue growth, mid single-digit organic recurring revenue growth and achieved 32% on Rule of 40 at constant currency," said Tony Boor, executive vice president and CFO, Blackbaud. "We remain committed to executing our capital allocation strategy and continued our track record of balancing sustainable revenue growth and strong profitability in the quarter. With the first half behind us, we've updated our full year financial guidance primarily to account for the evolving macroeconomic conditions such as unfavorable foreign exchange rate movement and higher interest rates, as well as other unforeseen items like the continued drag on total revenue from our mix shift away from one-time services revenues and also updated sales projections for EVERFI. Overall, we remain confident that continued execution against our plan for 2022 has us well positioned to continue progressing toward our long-term goal of achieving Rule of 40."
An explanation of all non-GAAP financial measures referenced in this press release, including the Rule of 40, is included below under the heading "Non-GAAP Financial Measures." A reconciliation of the company's non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable GAAP measures has been provided in the financial statement tables included below in this press release.
- Blackbaud released its 2021 Social Responsibility Report sharing how the company is growing and strengthening the entire social good community, empowering its people, stewarding the environment and expanding responsible business practices.
- Blackbaud hosted its annual Developers' Conference—a three-day event that convenes technology enthusiasts, creators and developers of all levels to reimagine nonprofit technology and build a better world.
- Blackbaud announced strategic organizational updates to its executive leadership team. Kevin Gregoire has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, David Benjamin has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer and Tom Davidson has been appointed Executive Vice President of Corporations. These changes will enable the company to place increased emphasis on product and technology innovation, customer focus and sales productivity.
- Blackbaud announced that Deneen DeFiore, vice president and global chief information security officer for United Airlines, has joined its board of directors, bringing more than 20 years of experience in technology and cybersecurity.
- Blackbaud appointed Chris Singh as Chief Customer Officer. Singh is the first leader to hold the newly created position at Blackbaud, representing a significant next step in the company's commitment to customers and their end-to-end experience.
- TrustRadius recognized Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT® in its Top Rated 2022 Awards. Raiser's Edge NXT was named a Top Rated solution in the Nonprofit CRM, Donor Management and Nonprofit Fundraising categories.
- Blackbaud announced the launch of Prospect Insights—a new software tool within Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT® that enables social good professionals to access actionable, AI-powered insights to drive more major giving.
- EVERFI announced that it will deploy new educational content specifically designed to support students in developing tools and strategies to avoid reaching the point of a mental health crisis. This content will be supported by EVERFI's strategic partners: HCA Healthcare, Healthy Blue, Johnson County Mental Health Center and National Football League.
Visit www.blackbaud.com/newsroom for more information about Blackbaud's recent highlights.
Blackbaud today revised its 2022 full year financial guidance:
- Non-GAAP revenue of $1.05 billion to $1.07 billion
- Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA margin of 23.7% to 24.2%
- Non-GAAP earnings per share of $2.43 to $2.63
- Non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow of $140 million to $150 million
Included in its 2022 full year financial guidance are the following assumptions:
- Non-GAAP annualized effective tax rate is expected to be 20%
- Interest expense for the year is expected to be approximately $34 million to $37 million
- Fully diluted shares for the year are expected to be in the range of 52 million to 53.5 million
- Capital expenditures for the year are expected to be in the range of $60 million to $70 million, including approximately $50 million to $60 million of capitalized software and content development costs
Blackbaud has not reconciled forward-looking full-year non-GAAP financial measures contained in this news release to their most directly comparable GAAP measures, as permitted by Item 10(e)(1)(i)(B) of Regulation S-K. Such reconciliations would require unreasonable efforts at this time to estimate and quantify with a reasonable degree of certainty various necessary GAAP components, including for example those related to compensation, acquisition transactions and integration, tax items or others that may arise during the year. These components and other factors could materially impact the amount of the future directly comparable GAAP measures, which may differ significantly from their non-GAAP counterparts.
In order to provide a meaningful basis for comparison, Blackbaud uses non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow in analyzing its operating performance. Non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow is defined as operating cash flow less capital expenditures, including costs required to be capitalized for software and content development, capital expenditures for property and equipment, plus cash outflows, net of insurance, related to the previously disclosed Security Incident discovered in May 2020 (the "Security Incident"). For full year 2022, Blackbaud currently expects net cash outlays of $15 million to $25 million for ongoing legal fees related to the Security Incident. In line with the Company's policy, all associated costs due to third-party service providers and consultants, including legal fees, are expensed as incurred. As of June 30, 2022, Blackbaud has not recorded a loss contingency related to the Security Incident as it is unable to reasonably estimate the possible amount or range of such loss. Please refer to the section below titled "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for more information on Blackbaud's use of non-GAAP financial measures.
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) is the world's leading cloud software company powering social good. Serving the entire social good community—nonprofits, higher education institutions, K–12 schools, healthcare organizations, faith communities, arts and cultural organizations, foundations, companies and individual change agents—Blackbaud connects and empowers organizations to increase their impact through cloud software, services, expertise and data intelligence. The Blackbaud portfolio is tailored to the unique needs of vertical markets, with solutions for fundraising and CRM, marketing, advocacy, peer-to-peer fundraising, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social and governance (ESG), school management, ticketing, grantmaking, financial management, payment processing and analytics. Serving the industry for more than four decades, Blackbaud is a remote-first company headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, with operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Costa Rica and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit www.blackbaud.com, or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.
Except for historical information, all of the statements, expectations, and assumptions contained in this news release are forward-looking statements which are subject to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, statements regarding the predictability of our financial condition and results of operations. These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Although Blackbaud attempts to be accurate in making these forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based. In addition, other important factors that could cause results to differ materially include the following: management of integration of acquired companies; uncertainty regarding increased business and renewals from existing customers; a shifting revenue mix that may impact gross margin; continued success in sales growth; cybersecurity and data protection risks and related liabilities; uncertainty regarding the COVID-19 disruption; potential litigation involving us; and the other risk factors set forth from time to time in the SEC filings for Blackbaud, copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or upon request from Blackbaud's investor relations department. Blackbaud assumes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
All Blackbaud product names appearing herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blackbaud, Inc.
Blackbaud has provided in this release financial information that has not been prepared in accordance with GAAP. Blackbaud uses non-GAAP financial measures internally in analyzing its operational performance. Accordingly, Blackbaud believes these non-GAAP measures are useful to investors, as a supplement to GAAP measures, in evaluating its ongoing operational performance and trends and in comparing its financial results from period-to-period with other companies in Blackbaud's industry, many of which present similar non-GAAP financial measures to investors. However, these non-GAAP financial measures may not be completely comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies due to potential differences in the exact method of calculation between companies.
The non-GAAP financial measures discussed above exclude the impact of certain transactions that Blackbaud believes are not directly related to its operating performance in any particular period, but are for its long-term benefit over multiple periods. Blackbaud believes these non-GAAP financial measures reflect its ongoing business in a manner that allows for meaningful period-to-period comparisons and analysis of trends in its business.
While Blackbaud believes these non-GAAP measures provide useful supplemental information, non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. Investors are encouraged to review the reconciliations of these non-GAAP measures to their most directly comparable GAAP financial measures.
Non-GAAP free cash flow is defined as operating cash flow less capital expenditures, including costs required to be capitalized for software development, and capital expenditures for property and equipment. In addition, and in order to provide a meaningful basis for comparison, Blackbaud now uses non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow in analyzing its operating performance. Non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow is defined as operating cash flow less capital expenditures, including costs required to be capitalized for software and content development, and capital expenditures for property and equipment, plus cash outflows, net of insurance, related to the Security Incident. Blackbaud believes non-GAAP free cash flow and non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow provide useful measures of the company's operating performance. Non-GAAP adjusted free cash flow is not intended to represent and should not be viewed as the amount of residual cash flow available for discretionary expenditures.
In addition, Blackbaud uses non-GAAP organic revenue growth, non-GAAP organic revenue growth on a constant currency basis and non-GAAP organic recurring revenue growth, in analyzing its operating performance. Blackbaud believes that these non-GAAP measures are useful to investors, as a supplement to GAAP measures, for evaluating the periodic growth of its business on a consistent basis. Each of these measures excludes incremental acquisition-related revenue attributable to companies acquired in the current fiscal year. For companies acquired in the immediately preceding fiscal year, each of these measures reflects presentation of full-year incremental non-GAAP revenue derived from such companies as if they were combined throughout the prior period. In addition, each of these measures excludes prior period revenue associated with divested businesses. The exclusion of the prior period revenue is to present the results of the divested businesses within the results of the combined company for the same period of time in both the prior and current periods. Blackbaud believes this presentation provides a more comparable representation of its current business' organic revenue growth and revenue run-rate.
Rule of 40 is defined as non-GAAP organic revenue growth plus non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA margin. Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA is defined as GAAP net income plus interest, net; income tax provision; depreciation; amortization of intangible assets from business combinations; amortization of software and content development costs; stock-based compensation; employee severance; acquisition and disposition-related costs; restructuring and other real estate activities; costs, net of insurance, related to the Security Incident; and impairment of capitalized software development costs.
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STROE, Netherlands (AP) — Thousands of farmers gathered in the central Netherlands Wednesday to protest against the Dutch government’s plans to rein in emissions of nitrogen oxide and ammonia, driving their tractors across the Netherlands and snarling traffic on major highways.
The protest was organized earlier this month after the government published nationwide targets for reducing emissions, sparking anger from farmers who claim their livelihoods — and those of thousands of people who work in the agricultural service industry — are on the line.
Calling it an “unavoidable transition,” the government mandated reductions in emissions of up to 70% in many places close to protected nature areas and as high as 95% in other places. The government has been forced to act after courts in recent years began blocking permits for infrastructure and housing projects because the country was missing its emissions targets.
By early afternoon, many had arrived at a green field in the small agricultural village of Stroe, about 70 kilometers (45 miles) east of the capital, Amsterdam, where a stage was set up for speakers to address the crowd and music blared out of speakers while children bounced in a giant inflatable pig.
Farmers hooted their tractors’ horns as they drove onto the field, where a banner on a truck read, in Dutch, “What The Hague chooses is deeply sad for the farmer,” a reference to lawmakers in the city that houses the Netherlands’ parliament. Another banner on a tractor said: “We can no longer be stopped.”
The national infrastructure authority urged motorists to delay travel as slow-moving convoys of tractors defied appeals not to use highways as they drove toward the demonstration.
In The Hague, a few dozen farmers and their supporters, some wearing T-shirts with the text “No farmers, no food,” gathered for a breakfast early Wednesday before heading to the protest.
“This is where the rules are made,” said dairy farmer Jaap Zegwaard, who parked his tractor on the edge of a park in the city. “I was asked to come here and provide breakfast so we can show we are food producers, not pollution producers.”
The ruling coalition has earmarked an extra 24.3 billion euros ($25.6 billion) to finance changes that will likely make many farmers drastically reduce their number of livestock or to get rid of them altogether.
The plans, which have to be carried out by provincial governments, have been opposed even by members of Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s own party and other members of his coalition. Provincial governments have been given a year to formulate plans to meet the reduction targets.
One government lawmaker, Tjeerd de Groot, tweeted that he had planned to attend to discuss the plan with farmers but called off his trip on the advise of a government security agency.
“Does the law of the tractor apply in our country?” he tweeted.
Farming is a key sector in the Dutch economy, with exports worth nearly 105 billion euros last year. But it comes at a cost of producing of polluting gases, despite farmers taking steps to reduce emissions.
Zegwaard said farmers were prepared to talk about how to reduce emissions, but objected to the industry shouldering most of the blame.
“Now the agricultural sector is dismissed as a major polluter and that is not right,” he said.
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Associated Press writer Mike Corder in The Hague, Netherlands, contributed. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/dutch-farmers-clog-roads-on-way-to-anti-government-protest/ | 2022-06-23T00:06:12Z |
CHICAGO (WGN) — Chicago rapper Lil Durk says he is taking time off to recover from injuries he sustained during a performance Saturday night at Lollapalooza.
The 29-year-old rapper announced the hiatus on Instagram to his more than 14 million followers, saying he intends to “take a break [and] focus on my health,” after a pyrotechnic hit him in the eye.
A photo shows Durk, real name Durk Derrick Banks, with a bandage covering his left eye.
A video now circulating online shows Lil’ Durk walking across the stage before being struck by powerful bursts of smoke. He stumbles back and begins wiping his face with his shirt.
Billboard reports that the rapper had more than 20 U.S. tour dates scheduled through mid-October.
The “What Happened to Virgil” rapper paused his performance for a few moments before finishing his set.
Lollapalooza is a four-day music festival held annually in Chicago’s Grant Park. | https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/chicago-rapper-hit-in-the-face-by-pyrotechnic-during-lollapalooza-set/ | 2022-08-02T01:48:51Z |
NPL 2022-2 Includes the Company's Twentieth Community Impact Pool Offering
WASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fannie Mae (OTCQB: FNMA) today announced its latest sale of non-performing loans as part of the company's ongoing effort to reduce the size of its retained mortgage portfolio, including the company's twentieth Community Impact Pool (CIP). CIPs are typically smaller pools of loans that are geographically focused and marketed to encourage participation by non-profit organizations, minority- and women-owned businesses (MWOBs), and smaller investors.
The four larger pools include approximately 5,780 loans totaling $959.1 million in unpaid principal balance (UPB), and the CIP includes approximately 70 loans totaling $16.3 million in UPB. The CIP consists of loans geographically located in the Miami-Dade area. All pools are available for purchase by qualified bidders. This sale of non-performing loans is being marketed in collaboration with BofA Securities, Inc. and First Financial Network, Inc. as advisors.
Bids are due on the four larger pools by October 4, 2022 and on the CIP by October 18, 2022.
Terms of Fannie Mae's non-performing loan transactions require the buyer of the non-performing loans to offer loss mitigation options designed to be sustainable for borrowers. All buyers of non-performing loans are required to honor any approved or in-process loss mitigation efforts at the time of closing, including forbearance arrangements and loan modifications. In addition, non-performing loan buyers must offer delinquent borrowers a waterfall of loss mitigation options, including loan modifications, which may include principal forgiveness, prior to initiating foreclosure on any loan. In the event a foreclosure cannot be prevented, the owner of the loan must market the property to owner-occupants and non-profits before offering it to investors, similar to Fannie Mae's FirstLook® program.
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Jurors in the sentencing phase of the Parkland, Florida, school shooter's trial on Thursday visited the scene of the massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School's 1200 building, which has been sealed since the attack on February 14, 2018.
They saw bloodstains where the victims were shot and killed, according to a group of reporters allowed to enter after jurors completed their walk-through. Valentine's Day gifts and cards littered the scene, and bullet holes were in the walls. Fragments of broken safety glass lay everywhere, the reporters wrote, crunching beneath their feet.
The visit, Judge Elizabeth Scherer explained to jurors Wednesday, was meant to help them analyze the evidence presented so far in the trial of Nikolas Cruz, who faces either the death penalty or life in prison after pleading guilty to 17 counts of murder and 17 counts of attempted murder.
The state rested its case Thursday afternoon, after jurors returned from the visit and prosecutors called several more witnesses to offer victim impact statements.
Pool footage taken from outside the building Thursday showed it remained fenced off, hidden in part behind banners that carried the high school's name and the emblem of its eagle mascot. The judge, prosecutors and defense attorneys were also seen entering the building.
Jurors were instructed Wednesday to "avoid touching, manipulating or moving anything." The judge also told them to explore the scene on their own and at their own pace, moving as a group from floor to floor. Cruz did not attend the visit, telling the judge Thursday morning in response to her questioning that it was his decision not to go.
"Nothing will be explained or pointed out to you," the judge's instructions said. Jurors were also told to avoid speaking to anyone until the viewing was complete.
On the first floor, there was dried blood outside room 1215 where three students were killed, per the reporters who went inside. In room 1214, a Holocaust studies class, were two yellowed copies of the Sun-Sentinel newspaper. Bullet marks marred the desks, and laptops sat open.
In room 1216, a blue folder with Alaina Petty's name sat on a desk, the reporters wrote. Bullet holes were seen in the wall, and the reporters noted a handwritten paper about Pakistani education activist Malala Yousafzai, who was shot by the Taliban for advocating for educational access for girls and women.
"We go to school every day of the week and we take it all for granted," one student wrote. "We cry and complain without knowing how lucky we are to be able to learn."
On the second floor, in room 1230, the reporters saw a heart-shaped box of Valentine's Day chocolates. In room 1232, there were calculators still on school desks and open spiral notebooks where students were doing algebra.
Bloodstains from more victims were seen on the third floor, they wrote, along with bullet scrapes along the wall and bullet holes in windows. In room 1255, the white board read, "How to write the perfect love letter" -- the creative writing assignment for the day. In 1249, the reporters saw an unfinished chess game.
Patricia Oliver, mother of victim Joaquin Oliver, told CNN that she hoped "emotions" would be the jurors' main takeaway after visiting the building Thursday, which would have been her son's 22nd birthday. The building was closed to preserve it for the trial. Officials have said it will be torn down.
"We were, of course, knowing that this moment will arrive. It's a moment that is part of a process," said Manuel Oliver, Joaquin's father, now an activist and organizer who addresses gun violence. "The most important thing here is what happened to our son, the way he suffered that day and what are we capable of doing after that. That's what really matters here."
Jurors were not allowed to have a smartphone, smartwatch or any type of camera during the viewing. In court, attorneys encouraged the judge to ask jurors to wear closed-toe shoes because they could encounter glass on the floor.
'I can't truly be happy if I smile,' victim's father testifies
The current phase of the trial is to determine Cruz's sentence: Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, while Cruz's defense attorneys are asking the jury for a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole. To recommend a death sentence, jurors must be unanimous. If they do so, the judge could choose to follow the recommendation or sentence Cruz to life instead.
Following the visit, more victim impact statements were presented in court, with more of the victims' families taking the stand to testify about the toll of the massacre and what their loved ones' deaths have meant for them.
"I just can't seem to really enjoy anything the way that I used to," said Debra Hixon, the wife of athletic director Chris Hixon, who died trying to disarm the gunman. "The house that we shared doesn't feel like the home that we built, because home meant Chris."
Anne Ramsay, mother of 17-year-old victim Helena Ramsay, remembered her daughter as a beautiful and graceful young woman -- someone who was naturally athletic but who preferred exercising her mind to competitive sport. She loved watching "Jeopardy!"
Helena was killed on her father's birthday, Anne Ramsay said. "That day will never be a celebration, and can never be the same for him," she said, "and now is filled with pain, as is every day."
In a statement read by her niece, Hui Wang, the mother of Peter Wang, a 15-year-old shot as he held open a door to help his classmates get to safety, recalled how he was killed just before Chinese New Year, robbing the family of their most treasured holiday.
"We no longer decorate our house or host feasts on the most important holiday in our family. It is now Peter's death anniversary," the statement, read by Wang's cousin Lin Chen read. "This day of unity became a day that hurts the most."
Much of the testimony in the Broward County court this week -- particularly from the parents of the 14 students killed -- has focused on all the things the victims and their families will never get to do and the irreparable damage to their everyday lives.
"Our family is broken. There is this constant emptiness," said Max Schachter, the father of 14-year-old Alex, who loved chocolate chip cookies, playing the trombone and video games.
"I feel I can't truly be happy if I smile," Schachter said Wednesday. "I know that behind that smile is the sharp realization that part of me will always be sad and miserable because Alex isn't here."
The loss of her daughter Meadow Pollack, 18, has "destroyed" Shara Kaplan's life, she told the jury Tuesday, "and my capability of ever living a productive existence." To articulate how her daughter's death impacted her, she said, she would have to rip out her heart and show them how it had shattered into a million pieces.
And the Hoyer family will never be the same. "We were a family unit of five always trying to fit into a world set up for even numbers," said Tom Hoyer, whose 15-year-old son Luke -- the youngest of three -- was killed. "Two-, four-, six-seat tables in a restaurant. Two-, four-, six-ticket packages to events. Things like that."
But the Hoyers are no longer a family of five, and "never again will the world feel right, now that we're a family of four," Hoyer said.
"When Luke died something went missing in me," he said. "And I'll never, never get over that feeling."
To make their sentencing decision, jurors will hear prosecutors and defense attorneys argue aggravating factors and mitigating circumstances -- reasons Cruz should or should not be executed.
The victim impact statements add another layer, giving the families and friends of the victims their own day in court, though the judge told the jury the statements are not meant to be weighed as aggravating factors.
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Franchise Group, High Caffeine Inc. LLC, Aids in Brand's Growth Goal to Double Nationwide Store Count by 2023
TAMPA, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, a leading coffee franchise renowned for its premium sourcing, roasting, and quality 100% Hawaiian coffees and international blends, announces the signing of a multi-unit agreement that will bring five stores to the greater Tampa market by the end of Q1 2024.
Longtime business partners Chris Bruckner and Richard Elkhoury are heading up the development efforts under the LLC, High Caffeine Inc. The duo has been in business operations and development for over 30 years and are actively growing in central Florida with several concepts that are looking to expand. Their portfolio includes many different operations – including gas stations, convenience stores, car washes, and quick-serve restaurants – with 18 total businesses across Florida and Boston, MA. Eager to diversify with a unique coffee concept, they decided to franchise with Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii and are on track to open their first location late Q4 2022/early Q1 2023. Site selection for all five stores is well underway, targeting the greater Tampa market – including Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Treasure Island, and Wesley Chapel.
"When looking at coffee brands, we knew we needed a competitive advantage and Bad Ass Coffee gives us just that," said Bruckner. "With Bad Ass Coffee, we have a superior product, fun and exciting branding, and a strong connection to our Hawaiian roots that really makes us stand out in the industry. When doing our due diligence, we simply didn't see that from any other brands out there – Bad Ass Coffee is different and a brand we can truly grow with. We are very active in the communities we operate in and as a resident of Trinity, the greater Tampa market is ideal for our development."
Florida has been proven to be a successful state for Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii for more than a decade, hosting four of its top stores across the system. The stores in Naples, Miramar Beach, Pensacola, and Santa Rosa Beach provide great visibility for the brand because they attract vacationers from across the nation. As Bad Ass Coffee expands into other markets across Florida, it continues to strengthen brand awareness, providing strong validation for franchisees - demonstrating that the concept and model performs well in similar markets.
"As one of the top 10 fastest growing cities in the country, we're very excited to have such a strong franchise partner like High Caffeine to open up the Tampa market," said Scott Snyder, CEO of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii. "Chris and Richard impressed us with their knowledge of the market as well as their diversified retail operations experience. We believe it will be a mutually beneficial partnership that will only accelerate our aggressive multi-unit development and growth plans."
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii was born on the Big Island of Hawaii in 1989 with the dream of sharing American-grown, premium Hawaiian coffee with customers everywhere. In addition to premium coffee from the famous Kona region of the Big Island, Bad Ass Coffee also sources from Kauai, Maui and Moloka'i. Beyond premium Hawaiian coffees, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii also serves up a full menu of popular blended drinks, signature lattes, cold brews, teas, innovative foods with a Hawaiian twist, and branded merchandise.
With rapid expansion underway, the brand has set aggressive expansion plans to open 150 new locations over the next five years, with territories available nationwide. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is looking to partner with qualified and engaged individuals seeking single and multi-unit opportunities. The brand offers an affordable, highly scalable opportunity with strong profit-potential. As International Franchise Association VetFran members, veteran franchisees who join will receive a $10,000 discount off the initial franchise fee.
For more information on Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii franchise opportunities, visit badasscoffeefranchise.com or call 833-205-2224.
About Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii®
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii was born on the Big Island of Hawai'i in 1989 and is dedicated to sharing premium Hawaiian coffees "with a kick" from the Hawaiian Islands through 20-plus franchise locations – with additional 70 shops in various stages of development. Today, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii stores also serve popular blended drinks, teas, food, along with other international premium coffees and sell popular branded merchandise with exceptional service and the Aloha Spirit. Bad Ass Coffees are available in franchise stores, online and will soon be available through grocery, hospitality, and specialty retail channels. The Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii brand and franchise is owned by Royal Aloha Franchise Company, LLC. For more information, visit badasscoffee.com and connect on Facebook and Instagram @badasscoffeeofhawaii. Franchise information is available at badasscoffeefranchise.com.
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WASHINGTON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) is pleased to announce 144 new scholarship recipients in 2022, representing 25 states across the nation. These talented students are planning to major in nearly 20 unique STEM majors at 34 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Launched in 2020 by the American Chemistry Council (ACC), the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), The Chemours Company and the HBCU Week Foundation, FOSSI is a national chemical industry-wide program which provides $40,000 scholarships to students pursuing select degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at HBCUs. FOSSI also provides ongoing support and resources for scholarship recipients, connecting students to leadership development, corporate matching and internship opportunities.
"From academic performance to community engagement, these 144 FOSSI scholarship recipients have clearly demonstrated their commitment to excellence," noted FOSSI Chairman, Mark Vergnano. "We are thrilled to support their HBCU education and future career aspirations, helping to eliminate financial barriers and providing mentoring and career development at our 60 sponsoring organizations," he continued.
In accepting a FOSSI scholarship, N'jya Hopkins, a future Chemistry major at Virginia State University, stated, "This scholarship has brought so much joy to my family, and I am happy that I can continue my education as a first-generation college student without any financial worries."
Jayden Christmas, a future Mechanical Engineering major at North Carolina A&T State University, noted, "The FOSSI Scholarship is so much more than a generous financial gift. Having this organization invest in my future makes me want to work harder to achieve my goals. I look forward to the mentoring and other leadership building opportunities, meeting my peers and expanding my network."
To date, FOSSI has raised more than $17 million to support over 350 students. The initiative has an ambitious goal of supporting 1000 scholars through 2025. Applications for 2022 FOSSI scholarships will open September 23.
To learn more, visit FutureofSTEMscholars.org.
About the Future of STEM Scholars Initiative
The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative was founded in 2020 by the American Chemistry Council, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, The Chemours Company, and the HBCU Week Foundation. FOSSI is a national chemical industry-wide program which provides scholarships to students pursuing degrees in relevant science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), helping to eliminate financial barriers for historically under-represented groups. Sponsored by chemical manufacturers and related industry stakeholders, FOSSI provides scholarship recipients $10,000 per year for four years and connects these students to leadership development, mentoring and internship opportunities at participating companies. Learn more at FutureofSTEMscholars.org.
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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United States clashed with China and Russia on Wednesday over their strong opposition to the U.S. push for new U.N. sanctions on North Korea over its missile and nuclear programs.
The debate at a U.N. Security Council meeting put a spotlight on the enormous gap between the two sides and the near impossible task the Biden administration faces in trying to get the council to adopt a new sanctions resolution. China and Russia both have veto power and say they want to see new talks and not more punishment for the North.
U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, this month’s council president who called the meeting, said the Security Council can’t wait until North Korea conducts “additional provocative, illegal, dangerous acts — like a nuclear test.”
She said the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea — the country’s official name — has conducted 17 ballistic missile launches so far this year. Assistant U.N. Secretary-General Khaled Khiari told the council that North Korea “has launched more missiles in the past five months than in the prior two years combined.”
The council imposed sanctions after the North’s first nuclear test explosion in 2006 and tightened them over the years seeking to rein in its nuclear and ballistic missile programs and cut off funding.
But Thomas-Greenfield said that for the last four years, two members — a clear reference to China and Russia — “have blocked every attempt” to enforce the sanctions and update the list of individuals, companies and other entities subject to asset freezes and travel bans.
In the sanctions resolution adopted in December 2017, the Security Council committed to further restricting petroleum exports to North Korea if it conducted a ballistic missile launch capable of reaching intercontinental ranges, Thomas-Greenfield said. This year, North Korea has launched at least three ICBMs, and the council has remained silent, she said.
A proposed U.S. draft resolution would halve oil exports, among other sanctions.
The U.S. ambassador said the council needs to speak “with a strong and unified voice” to condemn North Korea’s behavior.
Thomas-Greenfield told reporters last week the U.S. would like the council to vote on the resolution in May, and she urged members on Wednesday to support the measure and show that the council will respond “to threats to international peace and security and to blatant violations of its resolutions.”
Chinese Ambassador Zhang Jun expressed regret that the United States “remains enamored superstitiously of the magic power of sanctions.”
He said that the direct talks between the U.S. and North Korea in 2018 produced positive results and a de-escalation of the situation on the Korean peninsula, but that the United States created the current impasse by not reciprocating to what he said were Pyongyang’s positive initiatives.
Zhang said the U.S. “holds the key to breaking the deadlock” and should take “concrete actions” to respond positively to North Korea’s concerns and create conditions for an early resumption of dialogue.
The U.S. draft resolution “is centered on furthering sanctions, which is not an appropriate way to address the current situation,” he said.
Asked by reporters later how China will vote on the U.S. draft resolution, Zhang replied: “We have proposed other options, and we have told them that we will not support the current U.S. draft resolution.”
Last fall China and Russia circulated a draft resolution urging the Security Council to end a host of sanctions on North Korea, and Zhang expressed hope Wednesday that council members will give “serious consideration” to it.
Russia’s deputy U.N. ambassador, Anna Evstigneeva, echoed Zhang’s opposition to new sanctions.
“Unfortunately, so far the council has only tightened restrictions ignoring the positive signals from North Korea,” she said.
She expressed regret that over the last four years the council didn’t react to North Korea’s dismantling of its nuclear test site and compliance with the moratorium on nuclear testing. She said there is a need for political and diplomatic solutions to peacefully resolve the issues on the Korean peninsula.
Khiari, the U.N. assistant secretary-general, told the council that “there are indications of resumed construction activities at the Punggye-ri nuclear test site, which was declared shut down in 2018.”
Zhang said Beijing wants to avoid a new nuclear test explosion, “so that’s why we do not want to have additional sanctions that might force one of the parties to take more proactive” measures. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/us-clashes-with-china-and-russia-over-north-korea-sanctions/ | 2022-05-12T21:17:45Z |
Former Oracle Executive Brings Deep Insurance Experience to Accelerate Overjet's Growth
BOSTON, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Overjet, the leader in dental AI solutions for payers and providers, announced the appointment of Jeff Griffiths as Vice President of Sales. Griffiths joins Overjet amid the rapid pace of demand and fast-growing adoption from the dental payer industry for the company's revolutionary dental AI platform. Griffiths joins Overjet from Oracle, where he was Area Vice President of Sales, leading the division for insurance and healthcare payer technology and software solutions in the Americas.
In his role at Overjet, Griffiths will lead the company's fast-growing division in dental payer partnerships. Overjet's advanced AI-enabled claims review platform, Claim Intelligence, is already in use by most of the largest insurance companies, covering over 75 million Americans.
"We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to Overjet's leadership team," said Shaju Puthussery, Chief Operating Officer of Overjet. "In a short while, Overjet has emerged as the number one dental artificial intelligence company that supports insurance companies and health plans to operate efficiently and innovate constantly in this dynamic sector. With over 30 years of commercial health and dental insurance experience and a proven track record of developing high-performing sales teams, Jeff will be pivotal in building Overjet's commercial infrastructure to scale and grow in the dental payer market and solidify our leadership position."
Prior to joining Overjet from Oracle, Griffiths held senior leadership roles in sales at disruptive startups and global brands, including Oracle and Cognizant/TriZetto, both Fortune 500 companies; and HealthEdge, a provider of cloud-based SaaS applications for core administration, care management, among others.
"One of the biggest industry needs to date has been the need for standardization on the diagnosis and progression of dental disease," said Jeff Griffiths, VP of Sales. "Overjet has assembled the largest, world-class team of the most seasoned technologists and domain experts with deep AI, dental, and insurance experience who can deliver on Overjet's vision of using dental AI to improve oral health for all."
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Our state’s public health system and work force are fundamental to the health and well-being of all Georgians. In recent decades, our state’s public health has been marked by underinvestment and inattention, but Georgia has a history of incredible successes that should serve as a model as our state rebuilds following COVID-19.
As an early champion of public health, Georgia was among the first states to reduce infant mortality in the 1930s. By the 1960s, Georgia employed at least one public health nurse in every county, opened home health agencies statewide, and prioritized the prevention and control of chronic disease in public health initiatives.
The most recent 30 years contrast starkly with those early successes. Georgia has consistently ranked among the bottom 10 for overall health and well-being when compared with other states. This ranking undermines the state’s aggressive approach to attracting new businesses. Despite living in a state that is recognized as a global hub of health care innovation, employment and investment, many Georgians experience severe health inequities. Rural Georgians increasingly face difficulties accessing basic health services.
Georgians of color have experienced higher COVID-19 infection rates, hospitalizations and deaths. The black infant mortality rate is more than twice the rate of white infants. Our state deserves a public health system capable of closing these gaps and improving health for all of us.
Georgians experience some of the worst health outcomes in the nation because state and local public health systems are not adequately equipped to support our health and well-being. Public health agencies have faced stagnant or reduced state funding even as demand grows for local health services, emergency response and health promotion programs. It is not a matter of if, but when, a neglected public health system will fail to meet its social contract and protect the health of the public.
To ensure a healthy future for all Georgians, our state must reinvest in public health, rebuild the work force, and restore trust in public health leaders. Fortunately, our state leaders have already taken steps in that direction by funding a $5,000 pay raise for public health workers and by extending postpartum Medicaid coverage from 6 months to 12 months after birth, and passage of mental health legislation. These are important steps forward, but there is more work to do.
With investments in four key areas, our state leaders could make powerful strides toward rebuilding a public health system destabilized by a global pandemic and secure our health and economy against future public health threats:
1. Expand successful pilot programs. In 2019, policymakers created a three-year pilot program to provide HIV prevention medication (called PrEP) to people in higher risk counties due to high rates of opioid use. The program will begin its final pilot year in 2022. Expansions of promising or evidence-based initiatives like the PrEP program would continue Georgia’s progress to reduce the state’s high HIV rates and effectively address other chronic diseases.
2. Increase services for medically underserved communities. Georgia consistently ranks among the top 10 states with the highest maternal mortality rate. Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women. Evidence-based services to eliminate these disparities include home visiting programs, which provide in-home services to parents and families in fewer than half of Georgia’s 159 counties. Extending this program to additional high need counties would support healthy parenting and promote physical health.
3. Hire more public health workers and pay them fairly. Since the onset of COVID-19, Georgia’s public health workers have taken on new responsibilities and been attacked for doing their jobs. The state’s relatively low wages and high staff turnover hamper Georgia’s ability to monitor COVID-19 and other emerging diseases while addressing ongoing health issues. The pay increase for public health workers marks progress, but their pay will still lag behind public health workers in the private sector and other states.
4. Modernize public health data systems. The COVID-19 pandemic revealed gaps in the data systems that support and inform our public health system. A 2021 investment of $1.5 million to update the Georgia Immunization Registry is a meaningful step in the state’s data modernization efforts but is not sufficient on its own. Modern, adaptable, and secure data, surveillance, and analysis systems are imperative to detect new health threats, better identify at-risk populations, and respond quickly with program interventions.
With strategic investments like these, Georgia can build the public health system that we need and deserve — one that is grounded in science, built on partnerships, and focused on results. Only with a system ready to realize its mission will we see the results and well-being that we all want for our state. | https://www.albanyherald.com/opinion/gary-nelson-restoring-georgia-s-public-health-system-for-a-healthier-more-secure-future/article_07fa7d82-f0b0-11ec-877e-2b94b76efa3d.html | 2022-06-20T23:17:22Z |
Did you lose money on investments in Amazon.com? If so, please visit Amazon.com, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com to discuss your rights.
NEW YORK, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP announces that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired the common stock of Amazon.com, Inc. ("Amazon" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AMZN) between February 1, 2019 and April 5, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington and alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Amazon is a multinational technology company that engages primarily in the businesses of e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. On the Company's Amazon.com e-commerce platform, Amazon sells both third-party merchandise and Amazon's own private-label products. As the owner and operator of the Amazon.com e-commerce platform, Amazon has access to certain non-public data of the third-party sellers that use the Amazon.com platform.
Plaintiff alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made misleading statements about Amazon's business because: (i) Amazon engaged in anticompetitive conduct in its private-label business practices, including giving Amazon products preference over those of its competitors and using third-party sellers' non-public data to compete with them; (ii) the foregoing exposed Amazon to a heightened risk of regulatory scrutiny and/or enforcement actions; and (iii) Amazon's revenues derived from its private-label business were in part the product of impermissible conduct and, thus, unsustainable.
On or around June 3, 2019, the U.S. House Committee on the Judiciary (the "House Judiciary Committee") initiated a bipartisan investigation into the state of competition online. The investigation, led by the Subcommittee on Antitrust, Commercial and Administrative Law (the "Subcommittee"), examined the business practices and market dominance of Facebook, Google, Apple, and, of particular relevance, Amazon (the "Subcommittee Investigation").
In the course of the Subcommittee Investigation, the Subcommittee held several oversight hearings in which various officers of the above referenced companies, including their respective Chief Executive Officers, offered witness testimony on topics such as the effect of market power on the press, innovation, privacy, and the market dominance of the firms under investigation. After each of the hearings, members of the Subcommittee submitted questions for the record to the witnesses.
On March 9, 2022, media outlets reported that the House Judiciary Committee had requested that the U.S. Department of Justice open a criminal investigation into Amazon and certain of its executives for allegedly lying to Congress about its business practices during the course of the Subcommittee Investigation.
On April 6, 2022, The Wall Street Journal published an article entitled, "SEC Is Investigating How Amazon Disclosed Business Practices." The article reported, inter alia, that the SEC's probe has been underway for more than a year and focuses on Amazon's disclosures regarding its use of third-party seller data for its own private-label business. On this news, the price of Amazon stock price declined 3.2% to close at $3,175.12 per share on April 6, 2022.
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than July 5, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff. If you choose to take no action, you may remain an absent class member.
If you purchased AMZN common stock, and/or would like to discuss your legal rights and options please visit Amazon.com, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com.
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Available in Four Flavors: Cappuccino, Vanilla, Maple Donut and Mocha
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alani Nu, the better-for-you health and wellness brand founded by entrepreneur and influencer Katy Hearn, launched a new beverage category within its portfolio today – Alani Coffee. This new, ready-to-drink line offers 10 grams of protein and natural caffeine derived from coffee beans, with only 90 calories per 12 oz. bottle.
"Expanding into the coffee category has been a dream for us. As a highly requested product for so long, we have taken every step possible to curate the best-tasting flavors," said Founder, Katy Hearn. "We are excited to share this new line with our Alani community."
Alani Coffee is gluten-free, high in calcium, low in fat and cholesterol, and sweetened with only 6 grams of sugar. A perfect blend of cold-brewed coffee and cream, Alani Coffee comes in four flavors including cappuccino, vanilla, maple donut and mocha, each sold in a 12-pack case.
Alani Coffee is now available on Walmart.com and rolling into select retail partners' brick and mortar locations including Walmart, GNC and The Vitamin Shoppe.
For more information, please visit www.alaninu.com. Additionally, find us on your favorite platform: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter to stay up to date on additional news.
Founded in 2018 by entrepreneur and influencer, Katy Hearn, Alani Nu® is a better-for-you health and wellness brand focused on providing low-calorie products with unique flavors. Alani Nu offers a range of products including energy drinks, daily essentials, healthy snacks and more, and can be found at Walmart, Target, on Amazon, in GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe and Kroger nationwide.
Please visit www.alaninu.com for additional information and follow Alani Nu on social media: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok and Twitter.
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Shawnee Co. softball complex bears new name following donation
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Shawnee County’s softball complex bears a new name following a generous donation from Envista Credit Union.
The Parks For All Foundation says on Jan. 24, Shawnee Co. Commissioners approved a contract that authorized an 8-year agreement between it, Envista Credit Union and Shawnee County Parks + Recreation.
The Foundation indicated the agreement will officially rename the Lake Shawnee Girls Softball Complex to the Envista Softball Complex.
From 5 - 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, the Foundation said it will host its annual meeting at the newly renamed complex. During which, it said not only will all current and new board members be recognized but a ribbon-cutting and dedication will also be held to recognize Envista’s generous donation.
The Foundation noted that the improvements afforded by the donation will attract additional tournaments to the county and see that the complex remains an outstanding facility.
For more information about the Parks For All Foundation, click HERE.
For more information about the complex, click HERE.
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FRISCO (KDAF) — Well Frisco and North Texas, the Star and Ford Center will be absolutely packed this weekend with music, cars, sports and gaming! Complexity Gaming is playing host to an event that will take a massive online community and bring them together in person.
What started as a streaming set up in an apartment with a camera duct taped to a wall, to now, arguably one of the biggest video game streamers in the world; TimTheTatMan alongside other big names in the gaming community will be hard at work and play at TimTheTatMan’s Tailgate 2022 in Frisco from July 16-17.
Some might be confused and ask, “Why do people watch people play video games?” Those that stream and watch streamers would then ask those people, “Why do you watch the NBA or the NFL?” In a panel at Complexity Gaming’s headquarters on Friday, Tim, actor/streamer Jordan Fisher and GameSquare CEO Justin Kenna spoke about this question.
Basically, in the world of streaming, each creators audience will form somewhat of a personal relationship with a celebrity in the gaming world where, it would be difficult for someone to walk up to LeBron James and not be absolutely starstruck and not really know him other than, that’s LeBron James, one of the greatest basketball players to ever live. With streamers, you get a look into their world, and personal lives and even watch them play with some of their best friends to see how they interact with one another as if you would with your friends.
All of that being said, Complexity, Tim, and others have created a space in Frisco to bring those online relationships into the physical world in the form of this weekend-long tailgate. It won’t just be Tim’s community he’s created on Twitch and YouTube throughout his career in attendance but other communities from those platforms as well will be there to enjoy the festivities.
As stated earlier, yes gaming will be a huge focus of the weekend but people from all walks of life are into gaming and that’s why music and other huge industries are getting in on this weekend. Performing at the Ford Center throughout the weekend will be Kane Brown, Arty, Starya, Mitchell Tenpenny, Tool Tribute Band Schism and SethDrums! Pro athletes also might be in attendance and be a part of this massive weekend too as Complexity has partnered with multiple stars like Chicharito, Leonard Fournette, and Sean O’Malley.
There will also be a pong tournament, Tim and friends’ look-a-like contest, food trucks, arcade games, a car show and more. For more information be sure to check out https://tatmantailgate.com/. | https://cw33.com/news/local/music-sports-cars-and-gaming-meet-in-frisco-this-weekend-for-timthetatmans-tailgate/ | 2022-07-15T21:16:13Z |
SILVER SPRING, Md., June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is providing an update on additional steps it has taken that will lead to more infant formula available in the U.S. under the agency's recent increased flexibilities.
Company (Product Origin): Nestlé (Mexico)
Product(s): Gerber Good Start Gentle
Type of Formula: General
Estimated Quantity: About 1.3 million cans (about 2.2 million pounds or nearly 33 million full-size, 8-ounce bottles)
Availability: Expected beginning in July through October - the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is evaluating options for getting the products to the U.S. as quickly as possible.
More Information and Where to Find the Products: Expected to be sold on Gerber.com and through key retailers.
The FDA is exercising enforcement discretion for the importation of the infant formula products listed above following the review of information provided pertaining to nutritional adequacy and safety, including microbiological testing, labeling, and additional information about facility production and inspection history.
The agency is leveraging a number of flexibilities to bolster the supply of products that serve as the sole source of nutrition for many infants while ensuring the infant formula can be used safely and provides adequate nutrition. The FDA remains in further discussions with manufacturers and suppliers regarding additional supply to ensure there's adequate infant formula available wherever and whenever parents and caregivers need it.
The FDA issued guidance on May 16 that outlined a process by which the agency would not object to the importation of certain infant formula products intended for a foreign market or distribution in the U.S. of products manufactured here for export to foreign countries. This guidance also may provide flexibilities to those who manufacture infant formula products domestically and may be able to increase further the quantity of domestically produced product for the U.S. market. The agency has posted a webpage that will be updated with information about additional products headed to the U.S.
Ongoing FDA Steps to Increase Availability of Safe, Nutritious Infant Formula
The agency's around-the-clock work as part of the all-of-government efforts has already begun to improve supply and availability. The agency expects that the measures and steps it is taking, and the potential for Abbott Nutrition's Sturgis, Michigan, facility to safely resume production in the near-term, will mean more and more supply is on the way or on store shelves moving forward.
The FDA continues to advise against making infant formulas at home or diluting formula. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with their child's health care provider for recommendations on changing feeding practices, if needed. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services also has additional information available at HHS.gov/formula, including information to help families find infant formula.
The agency also monitors online marketplaces for fraudulent products and works with major online retailers to remove violative and harmful products offered for sale on their sites. Additionally, since many of these fraudulent products originate overseas, the agency targets and examines these products at ports of entry. The FDA also monitors and follows up on various external signals such as consumer complaints about potential counterfeit and fraudulent products.
The FDA will continue to dedicate all available resources to help ensure that safe and nutritious infant formula products remain available for use in the U.S. and will keep the public informed of progress updates.
Additional Information:
- Infant Formula Information and Ongoing FDA Efforts to Increase Supply
- Enforcement Discretion to Manufacturers to Increase Infant Formula Supplies
- HHS.gov/formula
- HHS.gov/news
- FDA Investigation of Cronobacter Infections: Powdered Infant Formula (February 2022)
- Powdered Infant Formula Recall: What to Know
- CDC Information on Cronobacter Infection and Infants
Media Contact: FDA Office of Media Affairs, 301-796-4540
Consumer Inquiries: 888-723-3366
The FDA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, protects the public health by assuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of human and veterinary drugs, vaccines and other biological products for human use, and medical devices. The agency also is responsible for the safety and security of our nation's food supply, cosmetics, dietary supplements, products that give off electronic radiation, and for regulating tobacco products.
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UK economic growth slows amid declines in manufacturing
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s economic growth slowed in February amid declines in the production of cars, computers and chemicals. The Office for National Statistic says gross domestic product increased just 0.1% from a month earlier, down from the 0.8% growth reported in January. The output of productive industries, including manufacturing, mining and power generation, dropped 0.6% in the month. Construction fell 0.1%. Those declines largely offset an increase in service industries, driven by an 8.6% jump in accommodation and food services. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/04/11/uk-economic-growth-slows-amid-declines-in-manufacturing/ | 2022-04-11T09:54:23Z |
ORLANDO, Fla., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- We are excited to announce that CERTUS Premier Memory Care Living Communities have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2022-23 Best Memory Care.
All locations, Mount Dora, Orange City, Vero Beach, and Waterford Lakes (East Orlando) have earned "Best" status by achieving the highest possible rating for Memory Care. U.S. News awards the designation of Best Senior Living only to those communities that satisfy U.S. News's objective statistical assessment of each memory care community's performance from consumer satisfaction surveys administered between March 2021 and February 2022, reflecting the viewpoints of more than 200,000 current residents and family members of residents living in thousands of senior living communities nationwide.
The inaugural U.S. News Best Senior Living ratings and profiles offer comprehensive information and exclusive analysis of consumer satisfaction data evaluating such factors as community & activity, food & dining, caregiving, and management & staff for nearly 2,500 communities in the continental U.S. and Hawaii. For more than 30 years, U.S. News has served the American public as an unbiased arbiter of quality across a variety of important choices.
"Until now, families have had limited information when comparing providers of independent living, assisted living, memory care or continuing care," said Ben Harder, managing editor and chief of health analysis at U.S. News. "The Best Senior Living ratings fill this informational gap with comprehensive and transparent data to help older consumers and their families identify high-quality senior living communities that meet their needs and preferences."
For more information behind the data analyzed in the U.S. News ratings for Senior Living, please refer to the methodology.
For more information on CERTUS Premier Memory Care Living, visit https://health.usnews.com/best-senior-living/search?memory_care=true&name=certus&int=hero_search.
"Our team at CERTUS Premier Memory Care Living is beyond honored to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as The Best in Memory Care," said Glen Pawlowski, Chief Executive Officer. "It's especially meaningful as the data acquired to designate this recognition was collected for over a year and included input from our CERTUS family members."
"We are honored to serve those on their journey with memory care and we know in our hearts that our communities truly improve residents' lives," Joshua Freitas, Vice President of Program Development, said. "The CERTUS team strives for excellence every day and we are proud to be distinguished as the best from a reputable organization."
This amazing award would not have been possible without the exceptional service provided by our associates and the support we receive from our residents and families.
CERTUS Premier Memory Care Living specializes in owning and operating memory care communities through a research-based and purposeful approach to design. With an emphasis on whole person wellness in its care and services, the communities cater to the social, physical, intellectual, and nutritional wellbeing of their residents along with the daily peace of mind for their families. Founded in 1999, CERTUS has four communities with several sites at various stages of development throughout the state of Florida. For more information, visit www.CERTUSseniorliving.com
U.S. News & World Report is the global leader in quality rankings that empower consumers, business leaders and policy officials to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives. A multifaceted digital media company with Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News and 360 Reviews platforms, U.S. News provides rankings, independent reporting, data journalism, consumer advice and U.S. News Live events. More than 40 million people visit USNews.com each month for research and guidance. Founded in 1933, U.S. News is headquartered in Washington, D.C.
For more information, contact Andrea Abbott, Vice President Sales & Marketing, at andrea@certusseniorliving.com or (407) 757-7597.
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NEWTOWN, Pa., July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET, on Thursday, August 4, 2022, to discuss its second quarter 2022 financial results. A news release containing these results will be issued before the call.
The conference call will be available live on the EPAM website at https://investors.epam.com. Please visit the website at least 15 minutes prior to the call to register for the event. For those who cannot access the live webcast, a replay will be available in the Investor Relations section of the website.
About EPAM Systems
Since 1993, EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) has leveraged its advanced software engineering heritage to become the foremost global digital transformation services provider – leading the industry in digital and physical product development and digital platform engineering services. Through its innovative strategy; integrated advisory, consulting, and design capabilities; and unique 'Engineering DNA,' EPAM's globally deployed hybrid teams help make the future real for clients and communities around the world by powering better enterprise, education and health platforms that connect people, optimize experiences, and improve people's lives. In 2021, EPAM was added to the S&P 500 and included among the list of Forbes Global 2000 companies.
Selected by Newsweek as a 2021 Most Loved Workplace, EPAM's global multi-disciplinary teams serve customers in more than 45 countries across five continents. As a recognized leader, EPAM is listed among the top 15 companies in Information Technology Services on the Fortune 1000 and ranked as the top IT services company on Fortune's 100 Fastest-Growing Companies list for the last three consecutive years. EPAM is also listed among Ad Age's top 25 World's Largest Agency Companies for three consecutive years, and Consulting Magazine named EPAM Continuum a top 20 Fastest-Growing Firm.
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Care Heroes Engages and Rewards Caregivers, Improves Retention and Recruitment, and Generates Better Patient Outcomes
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Complia Health, a leading home health and hospice technology provider, and Care Heroes, the first web and mobile platform to help caregivers track activities and earn incentives, announced today their partnership to drive better patient outcomes through caregiver incentives. This offering is the latest in a series of advancements that underscore CompliaHealth's commitment to delivering a world class consumer and caregiver experience that promotes proactive, predictive health management.
"Caregiver recruitment and retention is the number one issue facing agencies today. At Complia Health we know that the first step in providing great care is being able to attract and retain great caregivers," explained CEO Rich Berner. "By incenting and rewarding great patient care, Care Heroes helps our clients proactively drive the best possible care outcomes, by delivering better experiences for their caregivers and the patients they serve," he added.
As part of the partnership, Complia Health has integrated the Care Heroes recognition platform to align with agencies' key operational metrics. The mobile app influences targeted behaviors by offering incentives called "Care Coins," which can be redeemed for gift cards. Complia Health has integrated these metrics into the Care Heroes app to validate achieved benchmarks.
Agencies using the Care Heroes app have reported a:
- 81% average increase in caregiver adoption rate in the first week of deployment;
- 32% average increase in weekly caregiver hours;
- 13% average decrease in caregiver turnover; and
- 28% average reduction in missed shifts or visits.
"We are very proud of the behavioral impact our solution has. Seventy-eight percent of caregivers surveyed stated that they enjoy using the app, and more than 70% felt more appreciated by their company/agency for providing this type of incentive. Sixty-one percent of caregivers work additional hours to earn care coins. Working with a great partner like Complia Health empowers us to further expand our reach and positive impact," said Chiara Bell, CEO of Care Heroes. "Our platform reinforces positive behavior and ensures important care activities are completed by rewarding caregivers and staff members, which results in higher employee satisfaction and retention rates," she concluded.
Care Heroes is a caregiver engagement platform that enables home care agencies, personal care agencies and health plans to engage, incentivize and reward caregivers. The Care Heroes CareGraph analytics solution provides agencies and health plans with new insights into patient compliance and improves outcomes for patients. To learn more, visit https://www.joincareheroes.com.
Complia Health develops powerful, scalable, enterprise solutions that simplify processes and create efficiencies across clinical, financial, and back-office operations for healthcare agencies that deliver pre- and post-acute care. From supporting the widest range of payer models to simplifying the most complex billing scenarios, Complia Health addresses the entire continuum of care in one integrated platform. To learn more, visit http://www.compliahealth.com.
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HOUSTON and SAN MATEO, Calif., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading population genomics and viral surveillance company, Helix, will begin working with Memorial Hermann Health System – a non-profit, award-winning health system committed to creating healthier Houston communities – in a new partnership this month. The two organizations will launch a population genomics program designed to utilize DNA information to look for hidden health risks. Information will be used to help the health system better understand the health of its overall population and will give patients and their providers insight into their personal health in order to personalize patient care and create proactive care plans to address key risk factors.
With an anticipated 100,000 participants, this will be one of the largest population health programs in Texas. The program will be used by Memorial Hermann to redefine health care for the communities the system has served for more than 115 years. Participants will have firsthand access to their personal genetic data which can help providers initially determine a patient's risk for serious health conditions such as cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. By identifying these risks before symptoms arise, providers and patients can make proactive decisions on care, with a potential to delay, reduce or even prevent detrimental health effects. Participation in the program will be completely optional, at no cost to the participant.
"Unlocking the insights of DNA will allow our affiliated providers to create precise, personalized plans for our patients and protect more people from preventable disease," said Dr. David Callender, President and CEO of Memorial Hermann. "Our mission is to improve the health of all those we serve. We know that population genomics is an increasingly important resource helpful for providing patients with the best possible care and ultimately improving their long-term health."
Powered by one of the largest CLIA / CAP sequencing labs in the world, Helix enables the production of high-quality data at population scale using its proprietary Exome+® assay. Helix is also the first and only lab to receive FDA de novo authorization for a whole exome sequencing platform. The platform uses industry best practices when it comes to data security, to avoid any misuse of information being stored. In addition, participants have complete control over how their information is used and shared, and who receives their information.
By applying its end-to-end genomic platform and unique Sequence Once, Query Often™ model, Helix can run future tests without having to collect additional genetic samples beyond the initial genetic data collection, which entails a one-time saliva sample collected at home then mailed in. So, as new tests are created, providers and patients can have ongoing insights into their health.
"Our partnership with Memorial Hermann gives patients access to information that can change the course of their lives. For example, a patient who learns they are at high risk for a certain disease is able to make proactive decisions that can potentially change the course of the condition," said James Lu, M.D, Ph.D., CEO and co-founder of Helix. "This collaboration will also provide Memorial Hermann and its research partners with genomics data that will have lasting implications for critical health discoveries and improvements to patient care."
In addition to its work with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Helix has already partnered with other well-respected organizations in the health care industry on similar initiatives. In such programs, as many as one in 75 participants have been found to be at risk for a serious health issue, of which 90 percent would not have been discovered through traditional practice.
"By identifying risks earlier, Memorial Hermann is innovating care delivery to go beyond standard medical practice. Working together with their providers, we hope to inspire patients – whether through medications, diet and exercise, behavioral changes or other medical options – to take greater control of their health," said Callender.
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Denison City Council approves aggregate sales yard
DENSION, Texas (KXII) - Monday night, the debate over an aggregate sales yard in Denison is settled. News 12′s Emily Cathey was there as the decision was made and has reactions from residents.
A decision that brought a full house to Monday night’s city council meeting.
A conditional use permit, proposed by Planning and Zoning, and ultimately approved by council, for a Martin Marietta aggregate sales yard to move into the Union Pacific Railyard on Ray Drive.
“They’ll have to operate under those conditions. A conditional use permit can be revoked at any time,” said Emily Agans with the City of Denison.
Some of those conditions listed were continuous reduction of dust and noise, traffic restrictions limited to Juanita Drive for customers and employees, and road improvements to Juanita Drive, among other requirements.
“They’re gonna have their 18-wheelers doing engine stops and braking. It’s going to be very noisy,” said Dale Phillips of Denison.
But for locals like Phillips those restrictions just aren’t enough.3
“There’s too many open areas away from housing that they could put this. It might be a little more costly for the land,” said Phillips.
Timothy Brown came out to advocate for himself and his wife, who just moved to Denison a month ago, nearby where the sales yard is set to move.
“She was in the hospital, in and out of the hospital for several years, and has lung, breathing problems. So this is kind of a concerning issue because of all the particulate matter that goes along with these plants,” said Brown.
Like many others, health was and still is a major concern.
“Really there’s no safe level of particulate matter that is okay to breathe,” said Brown.
He said research he’s done on the company and aggregates worries him of what’s to come.
“In Dallas and if you go further, in Houston, they’re having huge issues with these kinds of plants and facilities. They have real impacts, real impacts on the community, real impacts on the environment, real impacts on citizens,” said Brown.
Representatives from Martin Marietta left the meeting before commenting with News 12.
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Irwin Army Community Hospital welcomes new commanding officer
FORT RILEY, Kan. (WIBW) - The Irwin Army Community Hospital on Fort Riley officially welcomed a new commanding officer on Tuesday morning.
On Tuesday morning, June 14, Fort Riley says Col. Anthony D. Gray, former director of logistics for Brooke Army Medical Center and Regional Health Command - Central G4, Joint Base San Antonio, in Fort Sam Houston, Texas, took command of Irwin Army Community Hospital from Col. Edgar G. Arroyo during a ceremony on Cavalry Parade Field.
Fort Riley also said Command Sgt. Maj. Michael D. Dills II transferred responsibility to Command Sgt. Maj. George L. Foster Jr. It also said Regional Health Command-Central Commanding General Brig. Gen. Shan K. Bagby presided over the ceremony.
The military base noted that Col. Arroyo is now on his way to an assignment with Regional Health Command-Pacific.
Fort Riley said a Change of Command Ceremony is a longstanding military tradition that indicates the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another.
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DUBLIN, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (Nasdaq: JAZZ) today announced that the Company will participate in the Jefferies Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. PT / 2:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. IST in New York.
An audio webcast of the presentation will be available via the Investors section of the Jazz Pharmaceuticals website at www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com. A replay of the webcast will be archived on the website for 30 days.
About Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (NASDAQ: JAZZ) is a global biopharmaceutical company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases – often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines and novel product candidates, from early- to late-stage development, in neuroscience and oncology. Within these therapeutic areas, we are identifying new options for patients by actively exploring small molecules and biologics, and through innovative delivery technologies and cannabinoid science. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland and has employees around the globe, serving patients in nearly 75 countries. For more information, please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com and follow @JazzPharma on Twitter.
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Investors:
Andrea N. Flynn, Ph.D.
Vice President, Head, Investor Relations
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Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc
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MONTREAL, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Haivision Systems Inc. ("Haivision") (TSX: HAI), a leading global provider of mission critical, real-time IP video solutions, plans to announce financial results for its second quarter fiscal 2022 after markets close on Wednesday June 15, 2022.
Haivision's management team will host a conference call to discuss second quarter fiscal 2022 results at 5:30 p.m. ET on June 15, 2022. To register for this conference call, please use this link: https://conferencingportals.com/event/myiwYleM. After registering, a confirmation will be sent through email, including dial in details and unique conference call codes for entry. Registration is open through the live call, to ensure you are connected for the full call we suggest registering a day in advance or at minimum 10 minutes before the start of the call.
A replay of the Conference Call will be available approximately two hours following the completion of the call by dialing (647) 362-9199 or toll-free at (800) 770-2030 (Conference ID: 33414).
Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming and networking solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded four Emmys® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Learn more at haivision.com.
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NEW YORK, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Uber Technologies, Inc. ("Uber" or the "Company") (NYSE: UBER). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Uber and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On July 11, 2022, The Guardian published an exposé based on a leak of 124,000 internal documents that "revealed the inside story of how the tech giant Uber louted laws, duped police, exploited violence against drivers and secretly lobbied governments during its aggressive global expansion." Among other news, The Guardian reported that "[d]uring the fierce global backlash [to Uber's expansion], the data shows how Uber tried to show up support by discreetly courting prime ministers, presidents, billionaires, oligarchs and media barons" and that "[l]eaked messages suggest Uber executives were at the same time under no illusions about the company's law-breaking, with one executive joking they had become 'pirates' and another conceding: 'We're just [expletive deleted] illegal.'"
On this news, Uber's stock price fell $1.15 per share, or 5.15%, to close at $21.19 per share on July 11, 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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Rising income, pent-up demand for travel to support gains
CLEVELAND, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- US personal consumption spending on recreation services is forecast to grow 9.9% annually in nominal terms through 2026, according to Recreation: United States, a report recently released by Freedonia Focus Reports. In real (inflation-adjusted) terms, spending is projected to advance 7.9% yearly over that span. Gains will stem from a return to trend following the relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions. Further advances will be driven by increases in disposable personal income (DPI), which will support consumer travel to recreation destinations and spending during their stay. However, real DPI per capita is expected to decrease in 2022 as a result of inflation. Recreation providers also stand to benefit from a consumer trend that favors spending on experiences over products. While population growth will continue to expand the consumer base, shifting demographics as the resident population becomes proportionately older will force recreation providers to change their service offerings. Streaming media and video games are expected to continue to present strong competition, particularly amid the increasing sophistication of home entertainment systems. Further, the impact of high fuel prices on travel amidst the Russia-Ukraine conflict and related sanctions placed on Russia will weigh on spending in the short term, as consumers will be less likely to take road trips.
In 2022, revenues are expected to expand nearly 33% on the strength of a return to business as usual following the relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions. In real terms, revenue will rise nearly 29%.
These and other key insights are featured in Recreation: United States. This report forecasts to 2022 and 2026 US personal consumption expenditures (PCE) on recreation services in nominal and real US dollars. Total spending is segmented by service in terms of:
- gambling
- amusement parks and related services
- clubs and participant sports
- spectator sports
- museums and libraries
- live entertainment
- movie theaters
To illustrate historical trends, total spending and the various segments are provided in annual series from 2011 to 2021.
Expenditures include services financed by third parties (e.g., business group visits) as well as services provided without a financial intermediary. Spending on other services – such as accommodation, dining, and shopping – offered by a recreation service provider is excluded from the scope of this report.
More information about the report is available at:
https://www.freedoniafocusreports.com/Recreation-United-States-FF95062/?progid=91541
About Freedonia Focus Reports
Each month, The Freedonia Group – a division of MarketResearch.com – publishes over 20 new or updated Freedonia Focus Reports, providing fresh, unbiased analysis on a wide variety of markets and industries. Published in 20-30 pages, Focus Report coverage ranges from raw materials to finished manufactured goods and related services such as freight and construction. Additional Services & Industries reports can be purchased at Freedonia Focus Reports or MarketResearch.com.
Analysis is intended to guide the busy reader through pertinent topics in rapid succession, including:
- total historical market size and industry output
- segmentation by products and markets
- identification of market drivers, constraints, and key indicators
- segment-by-segment outlook in five-year forecasts
- a survey of the supply base
- suggested resources for further study
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., ROTTERDAM, Netherlands and SUZHOU, China, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Harbour BioMed ("HBM", HKEX: 02142), a global biopharmaceutical company committed to the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel antibody therapeutics, today announced that the poster presentation on HBM9027, a novel PD-L1xCD40 bispecific antibody with excellent efficacy and safety profile for cancer therapy, will be presented at the American Association for Cancer Research Meeting (AACR 2022) in New Orleans, Louisiana from April 8-13, 2022.
Dr. Jingsong Wang, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Harbour BioMed, said, "We continue to leverage in-house technology platforms and strong research and development capabilities, exploring novel therapeutics on a global basis. The novel PD-L1xCD40 bispecific antibody was generated by Harbour HBICE® platform. It demonstrated unique mechanism of action, potent anti-tumor efficacy and superior safety profile, which is an innovative DC/myeloid cell bispecific engager for next-generation immunotherapies."
Details and highlights for the poster presentation:
Session Title: Development of A novel PD-L1xCD40 Bispecific Antibody with Excellent Efficacy and Safety Profile for Cancer Therapy
Session Category: Preclinical Immunotherapy
Abstract Number: 4398
Poster Number: 5559
Summary:
The novel PD-L1xCD40 bispecific antibody was generated by Harbour HBICE® platform. It demonstrated unique mechanism of action, potent anti-tumor efficacy and superior safety profile, which is an innovative DC/myeloid cell bispecific engager for the next generation of immunotherapies.
- Mediates both PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitory pathway and CD40 agonistic pathway to achieve synergistic anti-tumor immune responses
- Combination effects on both myeloid cells and lymphocytes in the innate and adaptive immune systems by stimulating APC cells and relieving the immunosuppression on T cells.
- Potent in vivo anti-tumor efficacy and remarkable in vivo stability with long half-life
- Preclinical toxicology studies indicated that the crosslinking-dependent CD40 activation can overcome the liver and systemic toxicity of traditional anti-CD40 monoclonal antibody
CD40 is expressed by antigen-presenting cells, myeloid lineage cells, endothelial cells, and some tumor cells, playing a fundamental role in connecting innate and adaptive immunity. CD40 agonist antibody has already shown promising efficacy in solid tumors in clinical trials. However, the further development of CD40 antibody was impeded by the severe toxicity. Using HBM's proprietary fully human HBICE bispecific technology and Harbour Mice platform, we discovered a crosslinking dependent PD-L1xCD40 bispecific to provide novel solutions for cancer immunotherapy from both efficacy and safety angles. The development of PD-L1xCD40 bispecific HBICE® further expands HBM's bispecific immune cell engager into the cutting-edge DC/myeloid cell engager field and demonstrates HBICE® platform's versatile geometry formats and plug-and-play advantages.
About HBICE®
Harbour HCAb platform can generate diverse and stable fully human Heavy Chain only Antibodies (HCAbs) and derived human VH single-domain moieties, enabling us to make novel multi-specific and multi-valent antibodies in simplified structures with relatively smaller molecule size and fewer number of polypeptide chains. On top of this, we have established proprietary HBICE® (HCAb Based Immune Cell Engagers) platform to quickly develop multi-specific antibodies that redirect immune cells to the tumor microenvironment (TME) to eradicate tumors.
HBICE® molecules recognize and bind both specific tumor-associated antigens (TAA) on tumor cells and CD3 or co-stimulatory molecules on immune cells such as T cells or NK cells, resulting in efficient and selective activation of immune cells in the TME, thereby preventing non-specific activation of peripheral immune cells. Besides, HBICE® technology provides the flexibility to generate molecules with different architectures and avidity to achieve different mechanisms of action that are unachievable by combo therapies.
About Harbour BioMed
Harbour BioMed (HKEX: 02142) is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to the discovery, development and commercialization of novel antibody therapeutics focusing on immunology and oncology. The Company is building its robust portfolio and differentiated pipeline through internal R&D capability, collaborations with co-discovery and co-development partners and select acquisitions.
The Company's proprietary antibody technology platforms Harbour Mice® generate fully human monoclonal antibodies in two heavy and two light chain (H2L2) format, as well as heavy chain only (HCAb) format. Building upon the HCAb antibodies, the HCAb-based immune cell engagers (HBICE®) are capable of delivering tumor killing effects unachievable by traditional combination therapies. Integrating Harbour Mice® with single B cell cloning platform, our antibody discovery engine is highly unique and efficient for development of next generation therapeutic antibodies.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Axylyum Charter, the parent company of the growth enablement product, AXY Wrap™, has entered into an agreement with Tower Fund Capital. Effective September 1, 2022, all loans within the Tower Fund Capital portfolio are optioned through Axylyum Charter's exclusive product.
Tower Fund Capital is led by Ed Gitlin, a veteran in the NYC real estate and lending space. With over three decades of experience, beginning with his previous company, which he sold to Realogy while at the top of its game with a revenue in excess of $650 Million, Ed established Tower Fund Capital in 2012. Tower Fund Capital is headquartered in New York City and Ed has positioned his latest venture as a leader in nationwide asset-based direct lending. With over $1 Billion in funding, Tower Fund Capital has filled an unparallel niche in the private lending sector.
"True market leaders have an innate ability to monetize their portfolios in every market. By securing their portfolio with AXY Wrap™, Tower Fund Capital is not only positioned for growth, but they are able to access capital at a significantly decreased cost. We are proud to partner with such a forward-thinking organization that understands the value of our product," stated Serge Petroff, CEO of Axylyum Charter.
AXY Wrap™ acts as a safeguard for retail and wholesale private lenders. In the event of default, Axylyum Charter acquires the distressed asset at 100% of the origination price.
"By working with Axylyum Charter and having AXY Wrap™ at our disposal, Tower Fund Capital has positioned itself not only to secure our balance sheet against future market volatility but to continue our tremendous growth in 2022 and beyond. We have already begun mapping out our growth plan for next year and look forward to utilizing the other client benefits Axylyum provides," stated Ed Gitlin, Principal of Tower Fund Capital.
Axylyum Charter has been featured in numerous notable publications such as Real Estate Weekly, Mortgage Orb, National Mortgage News, Mortgage Banker Magazine, and Globe Street. In 2021, they achieved significant notoriety by being recognized by The New York Real Estate Journal as 'Company of the Month.'
Axylyum Charter is a proud member of the American Association of Private Lenders and the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Axylyum Charter has disrupted the commercial lending space with its growth enablement product, AXY Wrap™. Specifically designed for private money lenders, AXY Wrap™ supports portfolio expansion by removing the risk of default.
For more information about AXY Wrap™, visit www.axylyum.com.
Tower Fund Capital was established in 2012 to capitalize on the decades of real-estate experience of its founders. With exclusive programs that are specifically designed to securely maximize borrowers' access to capital, Tower Fund Capital is a nationwide leader in asset-based lending.
For more information about Tower Fund Capital, visit www.towerfundcapital.com.
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Online passport renewals in works
(Gray News) - The days of filling out tons of paperwork to renew your passport could soon be over.
The State Department said it plans to start taking passport renewal applications online.
For a limited time starting Friday, and for a limited period in October, people seeking to renew their passports can do it online as part of a pilot program.
The move to online passports renewals comes after the State Department launched a successful test program to help with the pandemic backlog, which had resulted in renewal wait times of up to 18 weeks.
However, not everyone will be able to take advantage of the new online service.
That includes people younger than the age of 16 and those applying for a passport for the first time.
The new online renewal system is expected to launch for everyone early next year.
For more information, go to travel.state.gov.
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Fed signals more aggressive steps to fight inflation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve officials are signaling that they will take an aggressive approach to fighting high inflation in the coming months — actions that will make borrowing sharply more expensive for consumers and businesses and heighten risks to the economy.
In minutes from their policy meeting three weeks ago released Wednesday, Fed officials said that half-point interest rate hikes, rather than traditional quarter-point increase, “could be appropriate” multiple times this year.
At last month’s meeting, many of the Fed policymakers favored a half-point increase, the minutes said, but held off then because of the uncertainties created by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Instead, the Fed raised its key short-term rate by a quarter-point and signaled that it planned to continue raising rates well into next year.
The minutes said the Fed is also moving closer to rapidly shrinking its huge $9 trillion stockpile of bonds in the coming months, a move that would contribute to higher borrowing costs. The policymakers said they would likely cut their holdings by about $95 billion a month — nearly double the pace they implemented five years ago, when they last shrank their balance sheet.
The plan to quickly draw down their bond holdings marks the latest move by Fed officials to accelerate their inflation-fighting efforts. Prices are surging at the fastest pace in four decades, and officials in recent speeches have expressed increasing concern about getting inflation under control.
Many economists have said they worry that the Fed has waited too long to start raising rates and could be forced to respond so aggressively as to trigger a recession. Indeed, economists at Deutsche Bank predict that the economy will tumble into a recession late next year, noting that the Fed, “finding itself now well behind the curve, has given clear signals that it is shifting to a more aggressive tightening mode.”
The stock market sold off when the minutes were released Wednesday but later recovered most of its losses. Still, the S&P 500 was down nearly 0.8% in afternoon trading after a sharp drop on Tuesday.
Financial markets now expect much steeper rate hikes this year than Fed officials had signaled as recently as their meeting in mid-March. Just three weeks ago, the policymakers projected that the Fed’s benchmark rate would remain below 2% by the end of this year and 2.8% at the end of 2023, up from its current level below 0.5%.
But Wall Street now forecasts that the Fed’s rate will reach 2.6% by year’s end, with further rate hikes next year. That would require three half-point increases this year.
Higher rates from the Fed will heighten borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans, credit cards and corporate loans. By doing so, the Fed hopes to cool economic growth and rising wages enough to rein in high inflation, which has caused hardships for millions of households and poses a severe political threat to President Joe Biden.
Chair Jerome Powell opened the door two weeks ago to increasing rates by as much as a half-point at upcoming meetings, rather than by a traditional quarter-point. The Fed hasn’t carried out any half-point rate increases since 2000. Lael Brainard, a key member of the Fed’s Board of Governors, and other officials have also made clear that they envision such sharp increases. Most economists now expect the Fed to raise rates by a half-point at both its May and June meetings.
In a speech Tuesday, Brainard underscored the Fed’s increasing aggressiveness by saying that the central bank’s bond holdings will “shrink considerably more rapidly” over “a much shorter period” than the last time the Fed reduced its balance sheet, from 2017-2019. At that time, the balance sheet was about $4.5 trillion. Now, it’s twice as large.
After the pandemic hammered the economy two years ago, the Fed bought trillions in Treasury and mortgage bonds, with the goal of lowering longer-term borrowing rates. It also cut its short-term benchmark rate to near zero.
As a sign of how fast the Fed is reversing course, the last time the Fed bought bonds, there was a three-year gap between when it stopped its purchases, in 2014, and when it began reducing the balance sheet, in 2017. Now, that shift is likely to happen in as few as three months.
Brainard’s remarks caused a sharp rise in the interest rate on the 10-year Treasury note, a key rate that influences mortgage rates, business loans and other borrowing costs. On Wednesday, that rate reached 2.6%, up from 2.3% just a week earlier, a sharp increase for that rate. A month ago, it was just 1.7%.
Shorter-term bond yields have jumped even higher, in some cases to above the 10-year yield, a pattern that has in the past been seen as a sign of an impending recession. Fed officials say, however, that shorter-term bond market trends aren’t flashing the same warning signals.
The Fed will reduce its balance sheet by allowing some of its Treasurys and mortgage-backed securities to mature without reinvesting the proceeds, which it has done for the past two years.
What kind of impact this will have on interest rates is highly uncertain. Powell said at a news conference after last month’s meeting that the reduction in bond holdings would be equivalent to another rate hike. Economists estimate that reducing the Fed’s balance sheet by $1 trillion a year would be equal to anywhere from one to three additional quarter-point increases in the Fed’s benchmark short-term rate.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, who preceded Powell as Fed chair, suggested during a congressional hearing Wednesday that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine would likely keep escalating inflation in the coming months.
“The sanctions we’ve placed on Russia are pushing up the price of energy,” Yellen said. “When energy prices are going up, the price of wheat and corn that Russia and Ukraine produce are going up, and metals that play an important industrial role are going up.”
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PHOTOS: NICU caring 7 sets of twins at once, a new record for the hospital
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - Staff members at the NICU for a hospital in Colorado have had their hands full due to a record-breaking number of twins being cared for at the same time.
The Children’s Hospital Colorado, located in Colorado Springs, said they have seven sets of twins currently in their care.
A hospital spokesperson said the doctors and nurses at the hospital have “been seeing double recently!” The hospital says it has never cared for this many sets of twins before.
The hospital shared photos with KKTV showing some of the babies and a few parents.
“You might say we’re #twinning,” Leila Roche, the senior communications specialist for the hospital, wrote.
The news was shared with the public on Monday.
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Avia Sneaker available at Walmart
The Avia Hightail Running Sneaker was designed with your active lifestyle in mind. It offers a lightweight design, arch support and FOM Midsole Technology that helps cushion your foot for softer landings. Available for men and women at Walmart. | https://cw33.com/lifestyle/spring-beauty-and-wellness/ | 2022-04-27T18:58:43Z |
AUSTIN, Texas, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, today announced it has been selected to participate in UnitedHealthcare's Preferred Laboratory Network (PLN). Natera's addition to the network was effective July 1, 2022.
UnitedHealthcare's PLN consists of laboratory care providers that have met the insurer's highest standards for access, cost, data, quality and service, based on a rigorous application and review process. UnitedHealthcare works with these labs to continue its efforts to improve the care providers and members' experience.
UnitedHealthcare describes the PLN as "an advanced way to work with selected lab providers to deliver care that places a greater emphasis on patient outcomes and the total cost of a person's care."
"Natera is pleased to be part of UnitedHealthcare's PLN and we look forward to continuing to provide UHC plan members with an outstanding experience," said Matthew Mega, vice president, market access at Natera. "We remain committed to making personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care."
Since its inception, Natera has performed more than 3 million cfDNA tests worldwide, helping patients and their providers make critical health care decisions in oncology, women's health and organ health.
UnitedHealthcare offers the full spectrum of health benefit programs for individuals, employers, and Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, and contracts directly with more than 1.5 million physicians and care professionals, and 7,000 hospitals and other care facilities nationwide.
About Natera
Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, dedicated to oncology, women's health, and organ health. We aim to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health, and inform earlier, more targeted interventions that help lead to longer, healthier lives. Natera's tests are validated by more than 100 peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate high accuracy. Natera operates ISO 13485-certified and CAP-accredited laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) in Austin, Texas and San Carlos, California. For more information, visit www.natera.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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Pair arrested for overnight aggravated robbery
Published: Jun. 23, 2022 at 9:06 AM CDT|Updated: 42 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Two Topeka men are facing charges for robbery following their arrest early Thursday morning.
The Topeka Police Dept. says Quadream Williams, 20, of Topeka, and Cody Cooper, 20, of Topeka were booked into the Shawnee Co. Jail, each for a single count of aggravated robbery.
TPD says officers were called to the 1200 block of NE Winfield Ave. around 1:42 a.m. Thursday. Shortly after the incident, the agency says they located the suspect vehicle and detained several people believed to be involved in the incident.
Officials did not say how many people were detained, or any other specifics on the incident.
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Uvalde school police chief on leave after mass shooting
UVALDE, Texas (AP) — The Uvalde school district’s police chief was put on leave Wednesday following allegations that he erred in his response to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School that left 19 students and two teachers dead.
Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District Superintendent Hal Harrell said that he put schools police Chief Pete Arredondo on administrative leave because the facts of what happened remain unclear. In a statement, Harrell did not address Arredondo’s actions as on-site commander during the attack but said he didn’t know when details of federal, state and local investigations into the law enforcement response to the slayings would be revealed.
“From the beginning of this horrible event, I shared that the district would wait until the investigation was complete before making personnel decisions,” Harrell said. “Because of the lack of clarity that remains and the unknown timing of when I will receive the results of the investigations, I have made the decision to place Chief Arredondo on administrative leave effective on this date.”
A spokesperson for the Uvalde school district, Anne Marie Espinoza, declined to say whether Arredondo would continue to be paid while on leave.
Another officer will assume the embattled chief’s duties, Harrell said.
Col. Steven McCraw, director of the Texas Department of Public Safety, told a state Senate hearing on Tuesday that Arredondo made “terrible decisions” as the massacre unfolded on May 24 , and that the police response was an “abject failure.”
Three minutes after 18-year-old Salvador Ramos entered the school, sufficient armed law enforcement were on scene to stop the gunman, McCraw testified. Yet police officers armed with rifles waited in a school hallway for more than an hour while the gunman carried out the massacre. The classroom door could not be locked from the inside, but there is no indication officers tried to open the door while the gunman was inside, McCraw said.
McCraw has said parents begged police outside the school to move in and students inside the classroom repeatedly pleaded with 911 operators for help while more than a dozen officers waited in a hallway. Officers from other agencies urged Arredondo to let them move in because children were in danger.
“The only thing stopping a hallway of dedicated officers from entering Room 111 and 112 was the on-scene commander who decided to place the lives of officers before the lives of children,” McCraw said.
Uvalde Mayor Don McLaughlin pushed back on McCraw’s testimony casting blame on Arredondo, saying the Department of Public Safety has repeatedly put out false information about the shooting and glossed over the role of its own officers.
McLaughlin called Tuesday’s Senate hearing a “clown show” and said he heard nothing from McCraw about state troopers’ involvement, even though McLaughlin said their number in the school hallway at points during the slaughter surpassed that of any other law enforcement agency.
Delays in the police response as the shooting was happening has become the focus of ongoing investigations and public outcry. Law enforcement has at times offered confusing and sometimes contradictory details and timelines that have drawn anger and frustration.
The Uvalde City Council on Tuesday voted unanimously against giving Arredondo — who is a council member — a leave of absence from appearing at public meetings. Relatives of the shooting victims had pleaded with city leaders to instead fire him.
“Please, please, we’re begging you, get this man out of our lives,” said Berlinda Arreola, the grandmother of Amerie Jo Garza, a 10-year-old who was fatally shot in the attack.
Sen. Paul Bettencourt told the state Senate hearing that Arredondo should have stepped down straight away.
“This man should have removed himself from the job immediately because, just looking at his response, he was incapable of it,” Bettencourt said.
Arredondo and his lawyer have declined repeated requests for comment from The Associated Press and did not immediately respond to an inquiry Wednesday about his leave.
Arredondo has tried to defend his actions, telling the Texas Tribune that he didn’t consider himself the commander in charge of operations and that he assumed someone else had taken control of the law enforcement response. He said he didn’t have his police and campus radios but that he used his cellphone to call for tactical gear, a sniper and the classroom keys.
It’s still not clear why it took so long for police to enter the classroom, how they communicated with each other during the attack, and what their body cameras show.
Officials have declined to release more details, citing the investigation.
Arredondo, 50, grew up in Uvalde and spent much of his nearly 30-year career in law enforcement in the city. He took the head police job at the school district in 2020 and was sworn in as a member of the City Council in a closed-door ceremony May 31.
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Recaptured fugitive Casey White returns to Alabama for court arraignment after being on the run from authorities for 11 days
By Elizabeth Wolfe, Jaide Timm-Garcia and Nadia Romero, CNN
Escaped inmate Casey White was brought back to Alabama late Tuesday night for his first court appearance since he was captured following a car chase in Evansville, Indiana, Monday.
He returned without the corrections official he fled with, Vicky White, who authorities preliminarily believe shot herself in the head following the chase. She died from her injuries, authorities said.
At the arraignment, Judge Ben Graves informed White he will be charged with escape in the first degree, in addition to capital murder charges he was already facing related to the death of Connie Ridgeway.
The inmate was escorted to the courthouse in a caravan of armored vehicles and arrived shortly before 11 p.m. He entered the courthouse in handcuffs and with shackles around his ankles and briefly met with his attorney before entering the courtroom.
During the hearing, White listened intently with his eyes locked on the judge as he explained the charges. White appeared to be tired and sniffled more than once throughout the 10-minute hearing.
Immediately following the hearing, White exited the courthouse and glanced at the media cameras and the crowd of bystanders who had gathered, but he did not say anything. He was being transferred to the William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility in Bessemer, Alabama, a little more 100 miles from Lauderdale County.
Casey White and Vicky White were captured Monday after a car chase, which ended when authorities forced the car Casey White was driving to wreck in a ditch, the US Marshals Service has said.
Vicky White was transported to the hospital and later died from her injuries. Authorities preliminarily believe she shot herself after the car crashed.
Newly released police dash camera and body-worn camera video shows the moments after the car chase ended when Casey White was arrested and officers attempted to pull Vicky White, who was injured, from the car that had rolled into a ditch following a crash with authorities.
In the video, several officers can be seen surrounding Casey White, who is pinned to the ground next to the car. The fugitive is then taken into custody and led away from the wrecked car.
Authorities were not immediately able to pull Vicky White from the car because she appeared to still have a gun in her hand, according to officers seen in the body camera video, who also noted she appeared to be breathing.
After an officer reached in to pull the gun from her hand, they worked to pull her from the sunroof opening in the car, the video shows.
The crash ended a frantic 11-day manhunt that spanned multiple states and elicited hundreds of tips, including one that ultimately led authorities to their capture.
On April 29, the corrections officer checked the inmate out of jail and the pair fled together. Officials believe the two had a romantic relationship and previously said that they are not related.
The veteran officer used her years of experience to plan and execute the escape, officials have said.
Vicky White “was basically the mastermind behind the whole plan,” Lauderdale County Sheriff Rick Singleton said Tuesday. “Casey White didn’t escape from the facility; he was basically just let out.”
Pair was prepared to hide for much longer
Vicky White and Casey White are believed to have been in Evansville since at least May 2, according to Evansville Police Chief Billy Bolin.
They were staying in motel room that was paid for for 14 days, Vanderburgh County Sheriff Dave Wedding has said. Authorities are investigating whether a third person may have helped book the room for them, he tells CNN. They initially tried to book a room themselves, he said, but could not because she didn’t have any identification.
The capture ultimately came after a Cadillac the pair was suspected to be driving was spotted in the motel’s parking lot, Wedding said.
As officers were conducting surveillance on the motel, Vicky White and Casey White exited, got into the Cadillac and drove away, US Marshal Marty Keely said. Officers followed them and a car chase ensued, ending when authorities forced him to wreck in a ditch.
Casey White reportedly told authorities to help “his wife” who he said had shot herself in the head, according to Keely, who noted that Casey White and Vicky White were not married to investigators’ knowledge.
Authorities believe Vicky White may have shot herself once the vehicle crashed, according to Wedding.
Authorities found wigs, $29,000 cash and several weapons among their possessions, including four handguns, an AR-15 rifle and three magazines, Wedding said Tuesday.
“Any one of these weapons could have been used to ambush our officers while they were attempting to capture a murder suspect” he said.
A trial for Casey White, who is facing capital murder charges for the 2015 death of Connie Ridgeway, is set to begin in June, though his attorneys could request more time. White allegedly confessed to killing the woman, but later pleaded not guilty, authorities have said.
Casey White was brought to the Lauderdale County Detention Center, where Vicky White worked, in February to attend court hearings in the case.
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Man shot during family gathering in rural Ozawkie
Published: May. 30, 2022 at 5:44 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
JEFFERSON CO., Kan. (WIBW) - One person was seriously injured in a shooting at a family gathering in Jefferson Co. Monday afternoon.
Emergency responders were called to 9660 86th St. in rural Ozawkie just before 4:30 p.m.
When crews arrived the victim, a male was found shot twice. He was rushed to Stormont Vail.
According to scanner traffic, Life Star was requested but declined due to weather.
Jefferson Co. Sheriff Jeff Herrig says the suspect was taken into custody a short time later, his name has not been released.
No other details have been released. This is a developing story.
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OSLO, Norway, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaming Innovation Group Inc. ("GiG" or the "Company") signed a Share Purchase Agreement ("SPA") to acquire the iGaming company Sportnco Gaming SAS ("Sportnco") on 22 December 2021. GiG has received the necessary approvals from relevant authorities, and GiG's Board of Directors has resolved to complete the acquisition, hereunder to issue new shares to the shareholders of Sportnco and to SkyCity Entertainment Group Limited ("SkyCity").
GiG acquires 100% of the shares in Sportnco Gaming SAS for a consideration of €51.37 million, whereof €27.87 million has been paid in cash and €23.50 million in 12,623,400 new shares in GiG at a share price of NOK 18.08, equal to the VWAP of the GiG share for the past ten days of trading. In addition, Sportnco will retain €18.63 million of its existing long-term loans.
GiG also entered into an agreement with SkyCity in December 2021, whereby SkyCity invests €25 million in GiG through a directed share issue at NOK 18.00 per share, equal to 13,487,500 new GiG shares, financing the main part of the cash consideration to the shareholders of Sportnco.
GiG issues 26,110,900 new shares to the shareholders of Sportnco and SkyCity, increasing the number of outstanding shares from 96,675,626 to 122,786,526. The shares issued to the shareholders of Sportnco are subject to a 6-month lock-up period.
Sportnco has 84 shareholders whereof the largest being its CEO and founder Hervé Schlosser (15.6%), Olivier Marchal, President at Bain&Co France (9.1%) and BNP Paribas Développment (6.6%), and these will hold 1.60%, 0.93% and 0.67% respectively in GiG. SkyCity will hold 10.98% in GiG.
In addition, the shareholders of Sportnco are entitled to a two year earn-out based on the performance in 2022 and 2023 with up to €11.5 million per year. The earn-out will be paid 50% in cash and 50% in new shares in GiG, where the number of shares to be issued shall be based on a 10-day VWAP of the GiG share at the time of payment, expected in April 2023 and April 2024. Further, to keep key employees in Sportnco, a 3-year option program will be entered into, whereby the option holders, pending continued employment, will receive shares in GiG at future VWAP valuation up to a total aggregate value of €4 million.
The combined company
Sportnco is one of the leading platform providers of turnkey betting and gaming solutions for operators in regulated markets through its inhouse developed sportsbook and PAM. The combined company will enhance and strengthen GiG's position as one of the industry leading platforms and media providers with innovative and proprietary products and creating one of the largest and fastest growing providers in regulated iGaming with an unparalleled regulated geographical footprint.
Sportnco has international presence and operates as a leading B2B supplier in France and Spain and is active in other European jurisdictions such as Belgium, Portugal, and Greece, as well as in several high growth Latin American markets and is well positioned to enter the US sportsbook lead states. Sportnco's geographical presence is highly complementary to GiG's current offering and combined, GiG and Sportnco will be licensed in 25 markets, currently with around 55 clients. Through the acquisition, GiG has increased both short- and long-term addressable markets meaningfully. Sportnco's tier 1 sportsbook product is strong, and the acquisition is expected to create attractive commercial, operational, and technological synergies, as well as enable cost savings and accelerated growth.
The combined company will have increased profitability, value proposition with ever increasing growth prospects and further diversification of revenue and geographical reach.
Outlook
With the acquisition of Sportnco, GiG strengthens its position in the platform and sports segments of the iGaming industry and will have multiple possibilities going forward by increasing its product portfolio driving toward a profitable and cash generating business segment. GiG's Media Services has seen a strong performance over the last two years, delivering high growth levels, increasing diversity of earnings and healthy cash-flow. For the full year 2022, the combined operations should generate revenues of €87-93 million with an EBITDA of €30-35 million. The Board of Directors will have a strong focus on overall operations, including the post-merger integration of Sportnco, and will continue to look at possible strategic options to increase shareholder value going forward.
Richard Brown, CEO of GiG said: "It is with tremendous excitement that we now step forward into the next chapter in GiG's history. The team at Sportnco have built a tremendous business, one that is highly complementary to GIG's offering both in product but also addressable market increase, and now the work begins to realise the truly existing growth opportunities that the business combination can pursue. We welcome both the owners of Sportnco & SkyCity as shareholders and the staff of Sportnco into GiG organisation and now move forward with full focus on the execution of the post-merger integration plan."
Hervé Schlosser, CEO and founder of Sportnco, said "Together with all the teams and shareholders who have built the success of Sportnco and Tecnalis, we are extremely proud of the journey we have accomplished since 2008, and of our integration today into the GIG group. I look forward to opening this new chapter as I am confident that, together, we will offer stronger technology solutions for our customers in the fast-growing regulated markets."
For further information, please contact:
Richard Brown, CEO GiG, richard.brown@gig.com, +34 661599025
Herve Schlosser, CEO Sportnco, herve.schlosser@sportnco.fr
About Gaming Innovation Group (GiG)
Gaming Innovation Group is a leading iGaming technology company, providing solutions, products and services to iGaming Operators. Founded in 2012, Gaming Innovation Group's vision is 'To be the industry-leading platform, sportsbook and media provider delivering world-class solutions to our iGaming partners and their customers. GiG's mission is to drive sustainable growth and profitability of our partners through product innovation, scalable technology and quality of service. Gaming Innovation Group operates out of Malta and is dual-listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GIG and on Nasdaq Stockholm under the ticker symbol GIGSEK. www.gig.com
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Due to the continued construction occurring adjacent to the Temple Children’s Museum building, the board of directors decided to temporarily close the museum, according to the organization’s website.
“It is important to the board that the museum provide a fun, interactive, and peaceful experience for our families and we are actively exploring other venues where that can occur,” the site said.
People with scheduled visits or events will be contacted to discuss other options the museum can provide at this time, the website said. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/business/article_ffc8d9b0-bc48-11ec-80db-e75f420052ba.html | 2022-04-15T04:17:59Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Encompass Corporation, the provider of the leading Know Your Customer (KYC) automation platform, today announced that Aite-Novarica Group, a global advisory firm providing mission-critical insights on technology, regulations, strategy and operations to the financial services industry, has recognized Encompass as the winner of the 2022 Fraud & AML Impact Awards' Best Know Your Customer/Business (KYC/KYB) Innovation.
The award recognizes Encompass for its ability to combine unrivaled data sources, technology and expertise to supercharge corporate KYC due diligence with automation. Allowing financial institutions to unwrap and uncover corporate structures and ultimate beneficial ownership in minutes, Encompass transforms Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance and gives institutions the ability to enhance customer onboarding and respond to regulatory changes with greater speed and accuracy.
"By automating the KYC process, financial institutions can pursue aggressive growth agendas and scale while avoiding additional compliance costs," said Alex Ford, President, North America at Encompass. "Our platform is used by banks across the globe to significantly improve the onboarding experience of their clients while also future-proofing technology and processes. We're grateful to be recognized by Aite-Novarica Group for our innovative approach, which brings speed, accuracy and control."
With real-time access to global public and premium data sources, Encompass' platform gives financial institutions the ability to search entities and receive a digital KYC profile within minutes. With Encompass, financial institutions can ensure a consistent KYC process every time, including:
- Search based on pre-defined policy using only bank-approved sources;
- Mapping of ultimate beneficial ownership and corporate hierarchy;
- Screening of entities for PEPs, sanctions and adverse media;
- Cross-checking documents, matching and merging data;
- And the automatic creation of a complete audit trail in real time.
According to Aite-Novarica Group, winners were selected by a global panel of both internal and independent experts on fraud and AML.
Encompass will be presented with the AML Impact Award at the fifth annual Financial Crime Forum, taking place Sept. 18-19, 2022 in Charlotte, NC.
Encompass Corporation (Encompass) transforms regulatory compliance and customer onboarding with Know Your Customer (KYC) automation. As a global leader in automated KYC due diligence worldwide, Encompass serves global banks and financial institutions to streamline their KYC process and comply with regulations and requirements. Launched in 2012, Encompass serves customers across the globe and features offices in Amsterdam, Belgrade, Glasgow, London, New York, Singapore and Sydney. To learn more, visit EncompassCorporation.com.
Aite-Novarica Group is an advisory firm providing mission-critical insights on technology, regulations, strategy and operations to hundreds of banks, insurers, payments providers, and investment firms - as well as the technology and service providers that support them. Comprising former senior technology, strategy and operations executives as well as experienced researchers and consultants, our experts provide actionable advice to our client base, leveraging deep insights developed via our extensive network of clients and other industry contacts. Visit us on the web and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
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Which smokeless fire pit is best?
There’s nothing better on a cool night than sitting around a fire with your friends. The downside to a fire is somehow someone is always sitting directly in the path of the smoke. Not so with a smokeless fire pit — these use propane bottles to fuel the flames, which means less mess in addition to no smoke.
The best smokeless fire pit is the Outland Living Firebowl Mega Outdoor Propane Gas Fire Pit. It outputs up to 58,000 British thermal units, keeping you warm on the coldest nights.
What to know before you buy a smokeless fire pit
Size
Smokeless fire pits have two key dimensions: width and height.
- Width: Most pits have diameters of 20-32 inches, though there are a handful of options outside this range. The wider the pit the more area — and people — it can warm effectively. Just make sure it also has enough power.
- Height: Most pits have heights of 10-30 inches. Choose the height that works best for your planned seating arrangement.
Portability and weight
Many smokeless fire pits are designed with travel in mind and especially for camping. If you plan on traveling, look for fire pits that include transportation assistance or easy-carry handles and check to make sure it isn’t heavier than you can handle. Most travel-minded pits weigh 20-40 pounds.
What to look for in a quality smokeless fire pit
Power
Smokeless fire pits measure their power with British thermal units. Most pits have 30,000-58,000 Btu. Aim for at least 40,000 Btu to stay warm. Though, if you’re in a cold climate, you should aim for at least 50,000 Btu. Any Btu less than 40,000 is more for show than for heating.
Ignition system
Igniting gas is never completely safe. As such, the best smokeless fire pits have ignition systems that let you ignite the gas at a distance. The best ignition systems trigger with the push of a button.
Cover
The best smokeless fire pits include a cover, with the best covers having weather and ultraviolet light protection plus a method to secure the cover in place. These covers are invaluable for extending the life span of your fire pit.
Lava rocks
Many smokeless fire pits include lava rocks, glass beads or other similar items. These help the propane-fueled flames look more natural and also help to spread out the heat of the flames.
How much you can expect to spend on a smokeless fire pit
Smokeless fire pits typically cost $100-$400. Smaller pits typically cost $150 or less while most cost $200-$300. The largest and most decorative pits typically cost $400 or more.
Smokeless fire pit FAQ
Can I use a smokeless fire pit inside?
A. No, smokeless fire pits must only be used in a well-ventilated outdoor area since propane gives off toxic fumes as it burns. This means no using one on a sealed patio, even if it has some ventilation.
Can I use natural gas instead of propane to fuel my smokeless fire pit?
A. Some smokeless fire pits are designed to use natural gas, but most are set up to use propane. It’s possible to convert a propane pit into a natural gas pit, but it’s difficult to do and — because of natural gas’s high flammability — dangerous. If you want to use natural gas, buy the correct fire pit.
What safety precautions should I take when using a smokeless fire pit?
A. There are a few.
- First, never use your pit near anything flammable. This includes the propane tank, which should be kept as far from the pit as possible.
- Secondly, never leave a burning pit unattended and never use it in especially dry or windy areas.
- Thirdly, stay as far from the pit as possible when lighting it. Once lit, it’s safe to get closer to stay warm — just stay at least two feet away.
What’s the best smokeless fire pit to buy?
Top smokeless fire pit
Outland Living Firebowl Mega Outdoor Propane Gas Fire Pit
What you need to know: This large fire pit is perfect for backyards as well as campgrounds.
What you’ll love: The pit is 24 inches wide and has a maximum power of 58,000 Btu to comfortably warm up to six people. Included is a weather-resistant cover, decorative rock set and a 10-foot hose with a regulator. It’s made of strong, durable steel to last for years.
What you should consider: It takes time for the rocks to heat enough to better spread out the heat, plus the heat is mostly directed upward rather than outward.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Top smokeless fire pit for the money
Outland Living Firebowl Deluxe Outdoor Portable Propane Gas Fire Pit
What you need to know: This smaller fire pit is designed for travel and includes extras to make it easier.
What you’ll love: The pit is 19 inches wide and has a maximum power of 58,000 Btu to comfortably warm up to four people. A weather-resistant cover-and-carry kit lets you carry the pit with one hand and your propane bottle in the other.
What you should consider: There’s no igniter. The pit takes time to cool enough to place the travel cover and straps on — packing up early melts the straps.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Worth checking out
Bond Manufacturing Newcastle Propane Firebowl
What you need to know: If you value aesthetics, take a look at this fire pit.
What you’ll love: The raised design places the flame at chest height when seated or waist height when standing. Its power is 40,000 Btu at maximum. A pulse ignition system and control knob make lighting and adjusting it safe and easy.
What you should consider: A few purchasers received damaged columns. Others reported cracks appearing after a year or two. It’s among the priciest pits.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon, Home Depot and Wayfair
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RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — In a decision that critics have labeled as dangerous, Brazil’s government granted a preliminary environmental permit for paving a dirt highway that cuts through one of the Amazon rainforest’s most preserved areas.
The road known as BR-319, runs about 900 kilometers (560 miles) and is the only highway connecting Manaus, home to 2.2 million people, with the nation’s larger urban centers further south. Half the length of BR-319 is still unpaved, and that stretch usually becomes impassable during the rainy season, which can last up to three months. This difficulty keeps forest clear cutters away.
Researchers and environmentalists argue that the paving will lead to mass clearing of pristine rainforest, given that most Amazon deforestation occurs alongside roads where access is easier and land value is higher. In fact that is already happening before the paving even starts.
“Law enforcement actions are insufficient to curb the illegal occupation, invasions, deforestation, land speculation and pressures that have been increasing exponentially in recent years,” Fernanda Meirelles, executive secretary of BR-319 Observatory, a watchdog group, told The Associated Press.
The preliminary license is a crucial part of the project’s ultimate approval, because it means it has passed both economic and environmental screens. The asphalt work can’t begin yet though. Brazil’s environmental agency, Ibama, also laid down several conditions, including creation of a conservation area as a buffer for an Indigenous group, the monitoring of water quality nearby and an archeology program.
But the agency is ignoring “the main problem, the explosion of deforestation in the region,” Suely Araújo, Ibama’s former president, told the AP.
The conditions established in the license are not enough to assure there won’t be a surge in deforestation, so it shouldn’t have been granted, said Araújo, now a senior public policy specialist at the Climate Observatory, a network of environmental groups.
President Jair Bolsonaro, who is campaigning for reelection, celebrated the permit on his Twitter account as another example of an infrastructure project moving ahead under his watch and said the paving will help keep traffic flowing in the nation’s interior.
“Brazilians have gotten used to cars and trucks getting bogged down on the BR-319 highway,” he wrote, along with a video showing deep mud on the road. “This time, fortunately, it is coming to an end.”
After Bolsonaro repeatedly promised to pave BR-319, the area around it this year for the first time became the Brazilian Amazon’s main deforestation hotspot, according to official data.
The BR-319 Observatory, a network of non-profits including WWF Brazil, Greenpeace Brazil and the Coordination of Indigenous Organizations, says local communities haven’t been consulted about the project, as the law requires.
“These peoples’ rights have been violated,” Meirelles said. ___
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SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY AND EFFICIENCY CANADA UTILIZE POWERFUL ENGAGEMENT TOOLS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION FUNDRAISING
WASHINGTON, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Simon Fraser University (SFU) and Efficiency Canada, two of Canada's most respected higher education nonprofits, have selected Engaging Networks as their digital engagement technology partner. Engaging Networks' innovative fundraising and advocacy platform will assist both organizations in their efforts to mobilize donors and supporters. The announcement comes on National Higher Education Day as the organizations come together to champion the value of higher learning and the effect it will have on the future of our world.
"I am so pleased to welcome SFU and Efficiency Canada to our extensive list of higher education and advocacy clients," said Graham Covington, CEO of Engaging Networks. "Having grown up in Canada, it's exciting for me to see Canadian organizations join the Engaging Networks community."
"Efficiency Canada is committed to ensuring Canada maximizes the potential benefits of energy efficiency," said Kirstin Pulles, Community Engagement Manager, Efficiency Canada. "Using Engaging Networks will allow us to find and mobilize key supporters, so that we can work together to make change."
Efficiency Canada, an advocacy organization based at Carleton University, has been working with governments and private-sector businesses since 2018 to advocate for public policies that provide a more energy-efficient future. The organization recently joined Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to announce a $10 million investment that creates new low-carbon jobs and provides Canadians with resources to reduce their energy bills through home energy efficiency. Efficiency Canada also recently released their third annual Provincial Energy Efficiency Scorecard, a benchmark report of provincial energy efficiency policies.
Simon Fraser University boasts an alumni network of more than 170,000 students from 145+ countries. Their current endowment for the 2022 fiscal year will provide at least $24 million in educational opportunities to over 37,000 current students. A recent reception with donors provided a glowing update on the financial performance of SFU's endowment and future opportunities to give.
"Simon Fraser University strives to provide financial support to every student possible so that they are able to achieve their dreams and become the leaders and innovators of the future." said Alex Kouzin, Director, Advancement Information Systems at SFU. "Engaging Networks is helping us up our fundraising game with a new digital solution. The Engaging Networks team has provided us with a very innovative and customizable fundraising platform that we are currently implementing and are excited to put into practice in the near future."
Engaging Networks' all-in-one fundraising, advocacy and marketing platform has made significant updates that specifically benefit higher education organizations. Cutting edge tools like a supporter hub for recurring gifts, new SMS messaging features, strict data security protocols, out-of-the-box donation page and accessibility templates, marketing automation journeys, robust reporting visualizations, fully-integrated artificial intelligence tools and a soon to be released peer-to-peer donation module will help higher education institutions ensure the future is bright for their students. Institutions such as the University of British Columbia, Willamette University, and American University already utilize these powerful tools in their fundraising efforts. For more information on how Engaging Networks is changing the nonprofit landscape, read some of our recent client case studies.
About Simon Fraser University: As Canada's engaged university, SFU works with communities, organizations and partners to create, share and embrace knowledge that improves life and generates real change. With campuses in British Columbia's three largest cities—Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey—SFU has eight faculties that deliver 193 undergraduate degree programs and 144 graduate degree programs to more than 37,000 students. The university now boasts more than 170,000 alumni residing in 145+ countries. To learn more, visit sfu.ca or follow @SFU on Twitter.
About Efficiency Canada: Efficiency Canada is the national voice for an energy efficient economy. We envision a future where Canada uses energy efficiency to its fullest potential. This means maximizing the benefits of energy efficiency resulting in a sustainable environment, a productive economy, and a just and equitable society. Efficiency Canada is housed at Carleton University's Sustainable Energy Research Centre, which is located on the traditional unceded territories of the Algonquin nation. To learn more, visit efficiencycanada.org or follow @EfficiencyCAN on Twitter.
About Engaging Networks: Engaging Networks is an innovative digital engagement technology platform with the ability to fully adapt to a nonprofit's fundraising and advocacy needs. Engaging Networks proudly works with a variety of important organizations such as The Humane Society of the United States, The Nature Conservancy, American University, Human Rights Campaign, PETA and The University of British Columbia, Willamette University and Amnesty International USA. Today, they have two offices in Washington, D.C. and London, and serve more than 400 nonprofits in more than 50 countries around the world. To learn more, visit engagingnetworks.net or follow @engagingnetwork on Twitter.
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Sheriff: Woman charged after ‘repeatedly’ giving boy alcohol
BUTLER COUNTY, Ohio (WXIX) - An Ohio woman faces criminal charges after repeatedly giving a 6-year-old boy alcoholic beverages, according to the sheriff’s office.
Deputies cited 26-year-old Victoria Hampton with child endangerment and contributing to the unruliness or delinquency of a child. They first encountered Hampton and the 6-year-old boy around 8:30 p.m. Aug. 5 at a Marathon gas station, where they were called for a welfare check, WXIX reports.
Hampton was speaking with the deputies when the boy, whom she called her son, “came running to us with an open Smirnoff Ice in his hand,” the incident report read. The boy said he’d opened the Smirnoff with his mouth.
Hampton explained the boy had grabbed the Smirnoff from a set she’d just bought without her realizing it. The deputies told her to pay closer attention to the boy and his actions. She apologized and said it “would never happen again,” according to the report. She then threw the opened Smirnoff in the trash, and the deputies let her leave.
The gas station manager told the deputies they wanted Hampton trespassed from the business, prompting the deputies to go to her home to tell her. While there, one of the deputies allegedly saw the boy unsupervised on his scooter with an open Smirnoff Ice in his hand. The deputy contacted children services.
Minutes later, the boy’s father, Justin Sorrell, got to the residence.
Sorrell said Hampton is not the boy’s biological mother, explaining instead she’s a friend of his and that she’d moved in a couple of weeks ago “to help her out because she had been going through hard times,” the report read.
Sorrell said he had no idea Hampton had given his son alcohol because he’d been at work all day, according to the report.
The 6-year-old told the deputies Hampton had been giving him Smirnoffs “regularly and that it helps him sleep at night,” the report read.
Deputies took the boy to his biological mother’s residence. They arrested Hampton and Sorrell, who had outstanding traffic warrants out of Miami Township.
Hampton remains at the Butler County Jail, as of Wednesday.
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SINGAPORE, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The e-commerce platform Hekka, founded by Asia Innovations Group (AIG), today announced the launch of its new website and mobile app to provide users with a seamless and innovative shopping experience. Both the website and app build on the platform's existing web presence and provide users with real-time fashion, home and electronics goods at accessible prices.
"This year, we aim to expand Hekka's market share and establish Hekka as the e-commerce marketplace of the future," said Andy Tian, CEO of AIG. "Both the new website and app are the next step in our roadmap to reach those ambitious goals."
One of the app's early promotional offerings is an exclusive electronic Mystery Box game (USA only), where users can choose a pack to be virtually unboxed to win a range of prizes. All prizes are worth up to ten times as much as the chosen box's value; iPhones, drones, electric scooters, and gaming consoles are just a few of the prizes users can win. In the near future, the app will also be available worldwide and promote everything presented on Hekka's website, from clothing and electronics to home appliances and pet supplies.
At this year's New York Fashion Week, Hekka announced a new fashion collection with its partner Uplive, the popular live social platform also launched by AIG. This was a key step towards Hekka's expansion aspirations and furthers its goal of making fashion accessible to all. At NYFW, Hekka showcased its concept of high-end comfort paired with inspiring styles. Celebrity guests and other interested parties were able to witness firsthand how Hekka embraces inclusivity and accessibility and brings more approachable styles to people around the world.
Originally founded in Singapore, Hekka is an online marketplace that features a broad range of products and is emerging as a leader in the consumer electronics and the real-time fashion industry. Its capability to create an inclusive, cross-border and seamless shopping experience is improving consumers' daily lives through high-end technology and emerging trends. Launched by Asia Innovations Group (AIG), a leading live social company with more than 500 million registered users located in over 150 regions worldwide, Hekka consists of an international team and partners across Europe, US, and India. For more information, visit hekka.com and follow @hekka.official on all social platforms.
About AIG
Asia Innovations Group (AIG) is a leading live social company with more than 500 million registered users located in over 150 regions worldwide. It has built a comprehensive and diverse portfolio as it seeks to achieve its mission of enriching people's lives worldwide through innovative and enjoyable live social products that foster meaningful human connection. AIG operates in eighteen offices around the globe that offer deep local market knowledge across all major emerging markets to augment the company's cutting-edge technology and scalable global infrastructure. AIG's portfolio includes leading apps such as Uplive, the global live video platform, CuteU and Lamour, the dominant dating apps in global emerging markets, as well as other fast-growing voice and game-based live social apps.
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Former Wamego teachers charged with unlawful sexual relations make first court appearance
POTTAWATOMIE CO., Kan. (WIBW) - A pair of former Wamego High School teachers accused of having a sexual relationship with a student made their first appearance in a Pottawatomie Co. courtroom on Tuesday.
Allen Sylvester and Deborah Sylvester are each facing a single count of Unlawful sexual relations; teacher with student 16+ in Pottawatomie Co., and both appeared for an arraignment hearing July 19th.
Pottawatomie Co. court records state Allan Sylvester engaged in “consensual sexual intercourse, lewd fondling or touching, or sodomy with a person who was a student enrolled at the school where the offender was employed.”
Deborah Sylvester is accused of engaging in “consensual lewd fondling or touching with a person who was a student enrolled at the school where the offender was employed.”
The alleged incident happened between December 1, 2019 and May 15, 2021.
Both will be back in Pottawatomie Co. court for a status hearing on Sept. 13. Court records indicate a bond modifications were made for Allen and Deborah Sylvester prohibiting any contact with the victim.
Allen Sylvester was also charged with Unlawful Sexual Relations in Wabaunsee Co. in late May. His next court date there is set for Sept. 20.
Wamego Public Schools says both were placed on administrative leave after allegations surfaced. According to a report from the Wamego Times, the Sylvester’s resigned May 31, 2022.
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MELVILLE, N.Y., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce a new executive appointment and promotion that took effect April 1, 2022. Isao "Sammy" Kobayashi has been promoted to senior vice president and general manager, Hybrid-workplace Solutions Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc., and appointed as an executive officer of Canon Inc. Mr. Kobayashi demonstrates excellent leadership skills, bringing value to the company and helping Canon maintain its position as a leader in digital imaging solutions.
Mr. Kobayashi has been with Canon U.S.A., Inc. for 17 years. Prior to his promotion he was the vice president and general manager of the Hybrid-workplace Solutions Group and vice president and general manager of the Imaging Technologies & Communications Group.
For more information about Canon U.S.A., visit www.usa.canon.com.
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $30.6 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), as of 2021 has ranked in the top-five overall in U.S. patents granted for 36 consecutive years† and was one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2022. Canon U.S.A. was featured in Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces list for 2021, ranking among the top 100 companies for employee happiness and satisfaction at work. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/rss and follow us on Twitter @CanonUSA.
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ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — At least 1,900 children under 5 have died from malnutrition in Ethiopia’s embattled Tigray region in the past year, according to a study conducted by regional health officials and seen by The Associated Press.
The deaths were recorded at health facilities across Tigray between June last year and April 1. Western Tigray, which is under the control of forces from the neighboring Amhara region, was not included in the survey.
A doctor involved in the study said the true number of child deaths from malnutrition is likely higher as most families are unable to bring their children to health centers because of transportation challenges. Most hunger deaths go unrecorded, he said.
“Because we cannot access most areas, we do not know what is happening on the community level,” said the doctor, who requested anonymity for fear of reprisals. “These are simply the deaths we have managed to record in health facilities.”
Tigray has been cut off from the rest of Ethiopia since June when fighters from the Tigray People’s Liberation Front, or TPLF, recaptured most of the region as federal forces withdrew.
Banking services, phone lines and road links are all down in the region, a situation the United Nations has said amounts to a “de facto blockade.”
Ethiopian authorities insist there is no deliberate effort to target Tigrayan civilians. They have urged Tigrayan fighters to surrender.
More than 90% of Tigray’s 5.5 million people require humanitarian assistance, including 115,000 children who are severely malnourished, according to U.N. figures.
Civil servants have not been paid in months. Many have run out of cash to buy food and other goods because banking services have been shut down. The children of families living in urban areas are especially at risk of malnutrition, as their parents don’t have farmland to grow food, Tigrayan health officials say.
Around 700,000 people in Tigray are in the grip of “famine-like conditions” due to the obstruction of aid, U.S. officials estimate.
Ethiopia’s federal government unilaterally declared a surprise “humanitarian truce” on March 24, an announcement it said would allow aid to flow into Tigray. But nearly one month later, only four convoys of around 80 food trucks have entered the region.
“Literally nothing has changed,” said an aid worker who recently visited Tigray. “We are just seeing a handful of trucks; these trucks are better than nothing but they are not going to feed the millions of people who need aid (in Tigray).”
An estimated 2,000 trucks of food must enter Tigray every week to meet the region’s needs, a U.N. official said at a meeting in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, on Wednesday, according to the aid worker, who attended. That’s a sharp increase from the previous assessment of 600 a week. The aid worker also spoke on the condition of anonymity for safety concerns.
Just 3% of the vegetable seeds and 10% of the fertilizer required for the current planting season have reached Tigray, according to U.N. figures, raising fears of a poor harvest that would deepen the region’s hunger crisis.
Some health officials in Tigray say they simply don’t have enough supplies to treat many patients they encounter. Some who recently spoke to AP said shortages are so dire that some patients’ relatives must personally buy medicines from private pharmacies at inflated prices and bring them to the hospital before their family members can be treated.
Tens of thousands of people have been killed in the war, according to estimates by international aid groups.
But there is little hope for peace talks as Ethiopian authorities have outlawed the TPLF, effectively making its leaders fugitives on the run. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/report-hunger-kills-hundreds-of-kids-in-ethiopias-tigray/ | 2022-04-21T04:17:57Z |
John Acevedo woke up to a commotion outside.
Not so strange for a New Yorker, perhaps, but unheard of in his neighborhood of Sunset Park, Brooklyn, far off the tourist path. The 20-year-old could make out the sounds of sirens on the street, helicopters overhead. When he stepped outside his front door, he found himself in the middle of chaos.
Acevedo lives across the street from the 36th Street subway station where, just hours earlier, a gunman opened two smoke grenades and fired at least 33 shots at commuters, striking 10 people.
"It's really surreal for us," Acevedo told CNN of his neighborhood in the southwest part of Brooklyn. "This whole neighborhood, it's a community, crime isn't what you expect here. I'm speechless."
In the aftermath, neighbors held each others' hands across the fences that separate their homes. Others sat in shock on their stoops. This kind of violence is something the more than 135,000 residents of this tightknit community -- about a third of whom are Asian and a third Hispanic, according to US Census data -- are used to hearing about in other neighborhoods. Not here, not so close to their haven where they call everyone "family."
Like Acevedo, Nicholas Sciammarella and his partner, Anthony Valentino, realized something was amiss as the sound of sirens flooded their home during breakfast.
The couple live a block away from the station, and Valentino went out to see what was happening there.
"I saw two people holding up a man who was all bloodied, blood all over his hands, and he was in shock, walking like a zombie before sitting to the floor," Valentino said. He stayed, offering water, phone calls and help to those leaving the station.
Sciammarella said they also called down their list of neighbors, "checking one by one and making sure everyone is OK."
At the L&E Deli Grocery, just two blocks from the station, manager Elia Tapia, 38, was processing it all. She has lived in Sunset Park for 20 years.
"Never in my life could I have thought this would happen to our home," she said. "This is a huge surprise for us, this neighborhood is so nice and quiet, nothing happens. We are a family here, we all know and take care of each other."
Ask a Sunset Park local to describe their neighborhood, and they'll likely tell you it's a calm, friendly place, the type of neighborhood to raise a family in. The neighborhood has emerged as part of Brooklyn's Chinatown, thanks to a growing population of immigrants from China's Fujian province.
It's only a short subway ride from Manhattan but still far enough to feel like a different city altogether. Situated on the waterfront, Sunset Park offers green space and views of New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty and even New Jersey, on a clear day.
Tapia has lost that feeling of safety she had always adored about her neighborhood.
"I used to be able to walk here, late at night, 2 in the morning to the train, but now I could never," she told CNN. "We can feel the difference (in violence) in the city, but still we could have never expected this to happen to us."
The shooting at 36th Street subway station comes amid a surge in violence across New York City. More than 360 people have been shot this year in 322 shooting incidents, according to figures released by the New York Police Department on Sunday. That's an 8.4% increase in shooting incidents over this time last year.
General crime on the transit system has spiked even more -- 68% over last year, the NYPD reports.
Crime in the 72nd Precinct, which includes Sunset Park, has rapidly risen as well, NYPD data shows.
Overall crime is up more than 103% so far this year through Sunday compared to this time in 2021 and up 70% from 2020, with the highest increases seen in burglary, grand larceny and auto theft. There had been one shooting incident in the precinct this year as of Sunday, the same number as this time last year.
For Lilea Ng, too, Tuesday felt like her home was under attack, she told CNN. A Chinese American born in Panama, Ng moved to the city 20 years ago, eager to find the American dream.
Now, that dream is turning into a nightmare, she said.
Even before Tuesday's violence, Ng avoided riding the subway or any public transportation, she said, noting the rising violence towards Asian Americans during the pandemic.
"I've never felt this unsafe before," Ng said. "Even after 9/11 I felt safe. But the feeling I have now, it's different. I'm never on the subway or any public transportation anymore."
Leaving New York was never on the table before -- but now, the thought lingers in the back of her mind.
At Sunset Park's Minnie's Bar, a local favorite, neighbors gathered to discuss similar sentiments. Inside the dimly lit bar, the energy was still comforting -- proof that despite the fears, heartache and confusion, this community is in it together.
That's how 30-year resident Guillermo Tejeta described it, sitting at the bar with his newborn baby on his lap. Tejeta was driving home after dropping his son at day care when the commotion unfolded around him: Police officers flooded into the street, halting traffic and making space for first responders.
"People were talking about shootings and explosions and I was like, 'Yeah, whatever,'" Tejeta said. But when he got home, he went online and realized what was happening.
"Only yesterday, my girlfriend's mother called us, telling us, 'You guys need to leave New York.' And I was like, 'Hell no, I've lived my whole life here, I'm not going anywhere.' But this hit close to home."
Tejeta is often at Minnie's but especially felt the need to be there Tuesday to talk over what had happened with friends and family, he said.
"This is our train stop. This is what we use to go into work, to go into the city, so it's scary, really scary," he added.
He paused to kiss his baby's head. "We gotta make you New York strong, OK?"
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NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until October 31, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Azure Power Global Limited ("Azure" or the "Company") (NYSE: AZRE), if they purchased the Company's securities between June 15, 2021 and August 26, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
If you purchased securities of Azure and would like to discuss your legal rights and how this case might affect you and your right to recover for your economic loss, you may, without obligation or cost to you, contact KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or via email (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nyse-azre/ to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by October 31, 2022.
Azure and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On August 29, 2022, the Company disclosed that its Chief Executive Officer had resigned, less than two months after his appointment and that it had "received a whistleblower complaint in May 2022 alleging potential procedural irregularities and misconduct by certain employees at a plant belonging to one of its subsidiaries." During the Company's review of these allegations, Azure "discovered deviations from safety and quality norms" and "also identified evidence of manipulation of project data and information by certain employees."
On this news, shares of Azure declined by $4.61 per share, or approximately 44.07%, from $10.46 per share to close at $5.85 on August 29, 2022.
The case is Gilbert v. Azure Power Global Limited, No. 22-cv-7432.
KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation's premier boutique securities litigation law firms. KSF serves a variety of clients – including public institutional investors, hedge funds, money managers and retail investors – in seeking recoveries for investment losses emanating from corporate fraud or malfeasance by publicly traded companies. KSF has offices in New York, California, Louisiana and New Jersey.
To learn more about KSF, you may visit www.ksfcounsel.com.
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Former Pennsylvania Republican Rep. Charlie Dent on Saturday said former President Trump’s speech at a rally on Saturday night in the Keystone State was a “major gift” for Democrats.
“Most Republican candidates don’t want anything to do with Donald Trump in this general election. They want this to be about Joe Biden and the Democrats, but to the extent Trump inserts himself into this conversation, he’s giving the Democrats a major gift right now,” Dent said on CNN.
The Wilkes-Barre, Pa., rally was billed as support for Republican Senate candidate Mehmet Oz and gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano — but it was also Trump’s first after the FBI executed a search warrant at his Mar-a-Lago residence and recovered classified documents kept after the end of his presidential term.
“I am not so sure that the former President Trump did anyone any good with that speech tonight. Just by showing up in Pennsylvania, he is making the election much more about himself,” Dent said.
Oz, a cardiothoracic surgeon and TV personality, has been falling behind Democratic Lt. Gov. John Fetterman in the state’s Senate race, per recent polling.
“Mehmet Oz I don’t think wants to be anywhere near Donald Trump in this fall election. It doesn’t do him any good. He needs to win swing voters and independents and some Democrats, and it’s hard to do that when Trump is really just playing and pandering to the base,” Dent said.
Trump during the rally lambasted the FBI for the Mar-a-Lago search, knocking it as “one of the most shocking abuses of power by any administration in American history.”
In the wake of criticisms from Trump and his supporters, FBI agents have weathered an uptick in attacks against law enforcement.
Dent on Saturday pushed back against the outrage.
“If any member of Congress absconded with classified material, I can assure you that a G-man, somebody from the FBI, would have showed up at their homes and demanded that they return that information,” Dent said.
Dent represented Pennsylvania in Congress from 2005 until his retirement in 2018. He’s now a political commentator for CNN.
Dent and a group of former Pennsylvania Republican officials endorsed Democratic state Attorney General Josh Shapiro over their party’s nominee, Mastriano, in the gubernatorial election. Dent has called Mastriano “an extremist who is a threat to the rule of law and the constitutional order.” | https://cw33.com/hill-politics/former-gop-rep-trump-gave-democrats-major-gift-with-speech-in-pennsylvania/ | 2022-09-05T16:24:04Z |
WATCH: Pups ride tandem during the 2022 World Dog Surfing Championships
Published: Aug. 8, 2022 at 9:16 AM EDT|Updated: 41 minutes ago
LINDA MAR BEACH, Calif. (Gray News) – Hundreds of people headed to the beach this weekend in northern California to see who would be named Top Dog in the 2022 World Dog Surfing Championships.
The event brought together the best in local and international dog surfing talent to compete in various categories.
Some pups rode solo, others rode with their canine pals and some dogs caught waves with their favorite humans.
There were several other activities on the land, including a dog beach fashion contest and dog adoptions.
At the end of the event, Skyler had a “pawsome” day and was the overall champ, taking home four awards, including Top Dog.
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'He loved everyone': Former Minerva athlete Garrison Markins remembered for 'big smile'
Garrison Markins had the heart of a Lion until he took his final breath.
The former Minerva High School football and track and field athlete died Wednesday at age 20. His mother Mollee said Garrison suffered a full cardiac arrest, "a life-ending heart attack."
"He was flat lined when we got him to the hospital," Mollee said. "Aultman's ER staff who I absolutely adore, they gave me four more days with my baby to be able to hold him and have hope.
"Unfortunately he was down too long. There was an irreversible traumatic brain injury. He wasn't going to survive off machines, and I wasn't going to let that be his life."
Garrison won major health battles throughout his young life. He and Mollee shared his story with The Canton Repository in May of 2020.
Born premature and just under three pounds, Garrison spent the first seven weeks of his life in Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital's intensive care unit. He was never free of cardiac or apnea monitors for nine months.
A grim picture was painted before Garrison left the hospital the first time. Mollee and her family were discouraged from visiting because doctors did not think he would live.
Garrison defied the odds and became an inspiration and a friend for 20 years.
"Garrison died from a condition called cardiomyopathy, which my definition means big heart," Mollee said. "To know Garrison was to know his big heart and his big smile. He loved everyone."
Adopted at 10 days old, Garrison spent over half of his first three years in the hospital. An enlarged left ventricle kept him from being active as a child. He was diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a condition which causes muscles on one side of the face to become weak and paralyzed. Sixteen surgeries over the years also left him with diminished hearing levels.
Some who saw Garrison play football or compete in track and field for the Minerva Lions in high school never knew all the battles he won.
Garrison became an All-Eastern Buckeye Conference running back at Minerva. He finished third in the long jump at the coaches association's 2020 indoor state championships. As a senior in 2021, he qualified for the outdoor state meet in the 100 meters and as a member of the Lions' 400 relay team.
"He had so much desire to succeed, if he had a bad day he would come back with more fire in his heart and do better," Minerva boys track and field head coach Frank Monk said. "He just never quit."
Garrison signed to play college football at Tiffin, but left after one semester. He took online courses at Kent State the following semester and successfully fulfilled NCAA requirements to play football for the Golden Flashes. Mollee said Garrison was supposed to sign Thursday.
Mollee also said Garrison chose to be an organ donor at age 18 when he received his driver's license. Both kidneys went to two different people. His liver was split between two people, including a baby. He also donated his pancreas, eyes, skin and tissue
"He saved lives," Mollee said.
Calling hours for Garrison are 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, and one hour before the 1 p.m. funeral on Saturday. All of the services will be held at the First Christian Church of Malvern.
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ATLANTA -- Bee Nguyen won the Georgia primary runoff for the Democratic Party’s nomination for secretary of state on Tuesday night.
Nguyen won 77% of the runoff votes, while her opponent, Dee Dawkins-Haigler, won 23%.
Nguyen currently represents Atlanta in the Georgia House of Representatives. She will now face incumbent Republican Brad Raffensperger in the general election in November.
Lawyer Charlie Bailey defeated Kwanza Hall in the race for the Democratic nod for lieutenant governor. Bailey earned 63% of the vote and Hall 37%. Bailey will face Republican Burt Jones in November.
Janice Laws Robinson beat Raphael Baker in the Democratic runoff for insurance commissioner. Robinson earned 64% of the vote, and Baker earned 37%.
Robinson will face incumbent Republican John King in November. King was appointed to the position in July 2019 by Gov. Brian Kemp after the prior commissioner, Jim Beck, resigned due to corruption charges.
Robinson, a longtime insurance professional, ran for the commissioner position against Beck in 2018 and lost by about three percentage points.
William Boddie Jr., a lawyer and state representative from East Point, defeated Nicole Horn in the race for the Democrats’ labor commissioner nomination. Boddie earned 62% of the votes.
Boddie will face Republican nominee Bruce Thompson in the labor commissioner race in November. Current incumbent Republican Mark Butler chose not to run for re-election.
Democratic turnout for the runoffs was low. Only about 250,000 voters cast votes in the races.
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REHOVOT, ISRAEL, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NeoTX Therapeutics (NeoTX), a clinical-stage immuno-oncology drug development company, announced today the successful completion of the first stage of a Simon 2 stage Phase 2a clinical trial of naptumomab estafenatox (NAP), in combination with docetaxel in patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have been previously treated with chemotherapy and checkpoint inhibitors (CPIs). The patients were treated with NAP (10 μg/kg/day x 4, days 1-4) and with docetaxel 75mg/m2, on day 5. The first stage of this trial required a minimum of two responses out of ten patients and the second stage is now enrolling.
"These early observations are encouraging as patients with advanced disease previously treated with chemotherapy and checkpoint inhibitors have limited treatment options and new alternatives are needed. In addition, this clinical milestone occurs just as the acquisition of InterX has been recently completed, adding a computer-aided drug discovery arm (CADD) to the pre-clinical and clinical capabilities of NeoTX. So, this has been a crucial time for us" said Asher Nathan, CEO of NeoTX. "NeoTX's drug discovery capabilities are strengthened by a world-class team that includes three Nobel Laureates. InterX technologies have the potential to significantly increase the speed of drug discovery. InterX also provided a pipeline that includes an oral PD-L1 inhibitor, which aligns with our current development plan of investigating NAP in combination with CPIs in various indications."
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NeoTX is a vertically integrated clinical-stage immuno-oncology drug development company with innovative drug discovery technologies. It is developing targeted anticancer immunotherapies utilizing its proprietary Tumor Targeted Superantigen (TTS) platform. TTS binds a genetically engineered bacterial determinant to the tumor surface while simultaneously activating and expanding tumor specific immune cells that are then redirected from the periphery to the tumor to mount an immune response. The company's lead TTS molecule, naptumomab estafenatox (NAP) is currently in clinical development for advanced solid tumors: clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03983954, and clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04880863. NeoTX's computer aided drug discovery (CADD) subsidiary utilizes groundbreaking technology to dramatically decrease drug discovery times. For more information, please visit www.neotx.com
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LONDON (AP) — Hundreds of people have crossed the English Channel in small boats in the last 24 hours, British officials said Monday, after more than a week in which none of the hazardous journeys were reported.
The Ministry of Defense said 254 people arrived on the English coast in seven boats from northern France on Sunday, and more people were brought ashore by British lifeboats on Monday.
The crossings had all but halted since April 20, a few days after Britain announced a plan to send some asylum-seekers to Rwanda. But officials said rough weather, rather than the new policy, was the likely reason for the lull.
Thousands of people a year try to cross one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes in dinghies and other fragile craft in hope of a new life in the U.K. More than 28,000 migrants entered Britain across the Channel last year, up from 8,500 in 2020. Dozens have died, including 27 people in November when a packed boat capsized.
In a dramatic — and, critics say, illegal — move, Britain’s Conservative government announced last month that it had struck a deal with Rwanda to send some asylum seekers who arrive as stowaways in trucks or on boats to the East African country. The agreement says the migrants’ asylum applications will be processed in Rwanda and, if successful, they will stay there rather than coming to Britain.
The British government says the plan will discourage people from making the dangerous journeys and will put people-smuggling gangs out of business. But it has been condemned by refugee organizations and human-rights groups, and faces legal challenges.
The government has also passed a new law that makes it an offence to knowingly arrive in the U.K. without authorization, a move critics say amounts to criminalizing refugees.
The charity Care4Calais, which works with migrants in northern France, said many asylum seekers were determined to make the journey despite the new rules.
“Refugees have escaped from the worst horrors in this world,” the group said on Twitter. “When you’re risking your life, what else do you have to lose? When someone explains ‘even death wouldn’t stop me’ trying to get to the UK, it’s clear that even the threat of Rwanda won’t change anything.”
Migrants have long used northern France as a launching point to reach Britain, a destination favored by many for reasons of language or family ties, or because of Britain’s perceived open economy. The British and French governments have worked for years to stop the journeys, without much success, and have bickered over who is responsible for the failure.
Lawmaker Pierre-Henri Dumont, the French National Assembly member for Calais, said the Rwanda plan would likely have little effect.
“When you leave your country because of war, because of starvation … at least if you have a chance, you will try,” he told the BBC.
“We are going to the summer so we will have less waves and less danger for the smugglers. So we will have more and more people going to cross.”
Relations between Britain and France have grown increasingly testy since the U.K, left the European Union in 2020. Enver Solomon, chief executive of Britain’s Refugee Council, urged the British government to have a “grown-up conversation with France and the EU about sharing responsibility.”
“We need a fair and humane asylum system, with means well thought-out, long-term solutions that address why people are forced from their homes, and provides them with safe routes to the U.K,” he said. ___
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LONDON, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MetaTag, the NFT registration platform, today announces that it is to give gamers worldwide full control of their digital identity across all aspects of the Metaverse, NFT games, online gaming platforms and exchanges. Players will be able to register a username or gamertag of their choice on the blockchain to use in game, creating a fully owned digital alias for the first time ever.
Built by gamers for gamers with a world class team from the likes of Goldman Sachs, Riot and Kraken, MetaTag's platform enables users to verify who they say they are and consolidate all their disparate personas into one cohesive identity through their gamertag /username in the form of a NFT on the blockchain.
This verified identity is then transferable across gaming platforms and the Metaverse. It enables users to build a gaming profile that is 100% owned by them, which no one can copy or counterfeit, eliminating the risk of gaming identity theft. It essentially gives users one identity across the Metaverse.
Collaborating with some of the world's leading gaming companies, such as Atari Token, MetaTag will be fully integrated into a range of future product releases, enabling players to not only secure their lifelong identity but also gain access to unique in-game features. These include discounts and pre-sale offers on a range of NFT P2E games, savings on purchasing land in different metaverses, and special characters/powers when you hold a verified MetaTag.
Tied to each user's MetaTag is their in-game-stats and achievements, so gamers can see how they rank against the competition in certain fields. Users will also be able to link external data here, such as their Twitch streams and social handles - essentially creating the first dedicated linktree for gamers.
Additionally, when it comes to payments on exchanges and DEXs, verification of a user's identity is especially important. By having a registered username or gaming tag, a user's legitimacy to make or receive payments will be immediately verified. Payment will also be simplified – rather than copy and pasting long hexadecimal addresses, MetaTags can also be used as a payment address and users will simply be able to send funds to a user's registered Gaming tag/username.
Frédéric Chesnais, CEO of Atari Token says, "Atari Chain is excited to be integrating with MetaTag for the release of our upcoming Metaverse and P2E game. We believe identity is going to play an extremely important role in the space and our integration with MetaTag will ensure gamers and users can carry their brand and identity with them in the digital world."
Saad Naja, Co Founder and CEO of MetaTag, said: "For any pro or up-and-coming gamer your username/gamertag is your brand. With 3.1 billion gamers worldwide, we realize how important and personal their username or gamertag is, in showcasing their online persona and creativity."
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MetaTag is the future for web3 gaming identity. Built by blockchain experts with a passionate interest in gaming, MetaTag will be your digital username/gamertag on the blockchain. Founded by Saad Naja who is a veteran in the cryptocurrency space and has worked for the likes Goldman Sachs and Kraken, MetaTag will give gamers control of their identity and brand in the digital world.
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The company is solving the challenge of training talented individuals for high paying tech jobs, with a choice of top tech professionals teaching on the online platform
TEL AVIV, Israel, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Masterschool, a network of tech career-training schools, announced a $100 million seed funding round led by Group 11, with significant participation from Target Global, Pitango Ventures, Dynamic Loop Capital, Sir Ronald Cohen, and other strategic investors.
With 1 million unfilled IT jobs in the US alone, the tech talent shortage is one of the biggest challenges facing companies today and is expected to reach 85 million unfilled jobs worldwide by the end of the decade. 57% of tech executives listed the labor shortage as their top concern.
To address this shortage, Masterschool created a network of career-training schools for technology, with students paying for the courses only after they are hired in the field. Through the Masterschool network, tech creators and industry experts launch schools, teaching and mentoring promising students with a curriculum that prepares them for careers in the most in-demand fields. Since it was founded in 2019, graduates from dozens of Masterschool schools have been hired by some of the largest tech companies, including Google, Microsoft, and Intel, more than doubling their previous salaries on average.
Masterschool's data-driven approach helps ensure success for their students at each stage of the process, culminating in a job placement. The company also continuously analyzes technology and market trends, adjusting to course curricula and materials to meet the market and each student's needs.
Applicants must successfully pass an admission process that includes tests and assessments to select the most ambitious and motivated candidates. Researchers from Masterschool collaborate with researchers at leading institutions such as the European University Institute and MIT Sloan School of Management to continually review and improve the admission process to minimize bias and ensure diversity.
Successful applicants can join schools led by recognized experts and industry leaders including Charlotte Chaze (240k TikTok followers for her tech industry content), Niklas Steenfatt (160k subscribers to his YouTube data analyst channel), and Keith Galli (160k subscribers to his YouTube data science channel).
The 6 to 12 month course features a team of educational professionals supporting a dynamic syllabus. Students then enter a Career Accelerator where mentors work with them on their soft skills, and job opportunities are presented and assessed.
"Masterschool's mission is to ensure that anyone in the world can build an inspiring career," said Michael Shurp, co-founder and co-CEO of Masterschool. "After years of developing and building Masterschool without outside funding, we're thrilled to bring on a wonderful group of investors who share our mission and believe in our team."
The $100M funding will be used to significantly scale up Masterschool's network, rapidly increasing the number of schools to provide the life-changing opportunities that come with a tech career to an ever-widening group of people.
About the company
Masterschool is a Tel Aviv-based company, with over 100 team members in Tel Aviv, New York, Berlin, and London. The company was founded in 2019 by Eran Glicksman (CTO), Roi Tzikorel (Chief of Impact), Michael Shurp, and Otni Levi (Co-CEOs) who share a passion for education and its role in allowing people to realize their full potential.
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NEW YORK, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Teladoc Health, Inc. ("Teladoc" or the "Company") (NYSE: TDOC) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Teladoc investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between October 28, 2021 and April 27, 2022. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
TDOC investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (i) increased competition, among other factors, was negatively impacting Teladoc's BetterHelp and chronic care businesses; (ii) accordingly, the growth of those businesses was less sustainable than Defendants had led investors to believe; (iii) as a result, Teladoc's revenue and adjusted EBITDA projections for FY 2022 were unrealistic; (iv) as a result of all the foregoing, Teladoc would be forced to recognize a significant non-cash goodwill impairment charge; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Teladoc during the relevant time frame, you have until August 5, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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