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To get the entire child tax credit, you need to file your 2021 tax return
By Tami Luhby, CNN
There’s still time to claim the enhanced child tax credit as well as other federal tax breaks, which could be worth hundreds — if not thousands — of dollars. But you have to submit your 2021 tax return first.
This year, the filing deadline is Monday, April 18.
Most eligible families received half of the beefed-up credit in monthly installments last year.
But other folks, particularly some very low-income Americans who aren’t required to file taxes, have yet to see any of the funds.
Parents can claim the remaining amount on their 2021 return. They’ll need Letter 6419 that the Internal Revenue Service mailed earlier this year. It states how much families received in monthly child tax credit payments from July through December and notes the number of kids the agency used to calculate the credit.
More than 36 million families with more than 61 million children received monthly payments, which totaled more than $92 billion, according to the IRS.
However, because the monthly payments were based on a family’s income from a prior year, the amount of remaining credit they’ll receive may have to be adjusted if parents’ earnings or the family size changed in 2021. The letter is critical to this reconciliation.
Those who miss Monday’s filing deadline still have time to claim the child tax credit as well as other credits. They can request an automatic six-month extension. Also, taxpayers can receive the credits if they file a 2021 return within the next three years. Those who are not required to file returns or don’t owe money to the government generally will not face penalties.
Bigger child tax credit for 2021
Democrats beefed up the child tax credit to a maximum of $3,600 for each child up to age 6 and $3,000 for each one ages 6 through 17 as part of the American Rescue Plan Act, enacted in March 2021. Parents received up to $300 a month for younger children and $250 for older ones in the second half of last year — the first time the credit was delivered on a monthly basis.
The full enhanced credit is available for heads of households earning up to $112,500 a year and joint filers making up to $150,000, after which it begins to phase out. For many families, the credit then plateaus at $2,000 per child and starts to phase out for single parents earning more than $200,000 or for married couples with incomes above $400,000.
Prior to the expansion, which was in effect only for 2021, the standard child tax credit was up to $2,000 for each child up to age 17, and parents claimed it annually on their tax returns.
Filing a tax return also enables parents to claim the enhanced child and dependent care tax credit.
Eligible families can be reimbursed for up to half of the cost of care for 2021 — as much as $8,000 in expenses for one child under age 13 or other dependent and up to $16,000 for two or more dependents, under the American Rescue Plan Act expansion.
The credit is also fully refundable for 2021 for the first time, enabling more lower-income families to qualify. But taxpayers with adjusted gross incomes of more than $438,000 are not eligible.
The changes helped an estimated 7 million working families better afford child and dependent care, according to the Treasury Department.
Previously, taxpayers could claim between 20% and 35% of their eligible child care expenses, up to $3,000 in costs for one qualifying child or dependent or $6,000 for two or more of them.
Plus, certain Americans without dependent children can claim a larger earned income tax credit when they file their 2021 returns. The American Rescue Plan Act nearly tripled the maximum credit from $540 to $1,500 and extended eligibility to more people. The minimum age to claim the childless credit was reduced to 19, from 25, and the upper age limit was eliminated. It was the first increase in the credit for these workers since 1993.
The enhancement of all three credits was only in effect for 2021.
Reaching the lowest-income Americans
To achieve its goal of reducing the child poverty rate, the Biden administration has been focused on getting the child tax credit to the lowest-income families who don’t have to file returns. It’s not known exactly how many children are in these households — estimates range from 3 million to 5 million kids.
Next month, the administration will reopen a child tax credit portal, run by Code for America in partnership with the White House and Treasury Department, to give these parents a simplified way to claim the credit if they haven’t filed a return.
The IRS, state benefits agencies and community organizations nationwide have been trying to reach these families since the monthly payments began last summer, urging them to submit a recent tax return or use either the Code for America portal or a similar one created by the IRS.
This year, the focus has been on having these parents file 2021 returns so they can claim all the credits — and the third stimulus payment — for which they are eligible.
Reaching these families, however, has proved challenging. The administration does not yet know exactly how many non-filers have claimed the child tax credit, Gene Sperling, the White House official responsible for managing coronavirus relief efforts, told CNN.
Some 730,000 children were automatically signed up for the credit when their parents filed for the stimulus payments using a different portal, he said.
Also, more than 115,000 simplified returns were successfully processed last year using the Code for America portal, the non-profit group said in December. But most people were claiming the stimulus checks — only more than a fifth received the monthly child tax credit payments.
In addition to giving families information about the enhancement, administration officials and community groups are directing low-income parents to experts who can explain the credit, help families submit returns and ease their concerns about getting in trouble for not filing for years.
“What became clear is that awareness just wasn’t enough,” Sperling said of the early efforts last year. “The problem was people needed a trusted person that could answer their concerns and help them through the filing process.”
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Return of YASC to San Diego in August will update attendees on real estate trends and tech – and offer plenty of fun extras
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Yardi® is excited to welcome clients back in-person to the Yardi Advanced Solutions Conference (YASC) this summer, marking a return to real time after successful interactive virtual events over the last two years.
YASC, scheduled for Aug. 31 – Sept. 2 in San Diego, combines classroom learning with networking and entertainment in a beautiful seaside setting. More than 280 classroom sessions and dozens of product experts will give thousands of professionals in attendance insight into Yardi software solutions that improve efficiency in marketing, leasing, acquisition, energy management, investing and other real estate operations.
Panel sessions will examine key industry trends. Exclusive live outdoor entertainment and fun social activities comprise other elements of a memorable experience at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, the new host resort on San Diego's waterfront.
"We're proud that our clients continued to gain value from virtual gatherings but there's nothing like meeting face-to-face with colleagues. Our software is designed to connect people and communities, and we look forward to continuing that effort in San Diego," said Kevin Yardi, the company's vice president of global solutions.
Virtual YASC events will continue on an annual basis, with dates for 2023 to be announced soon.
Ready to join a conference that will provide immediate takeaways? Sign up to attend YASC San Diego and see what's planned for regional in-person YASCs around the world in 2022.
About Yardi
Yardi® develops and supports industry-leading investment and property management software for all types and sizes of real estate companies. With 8,000 employees, Yardi is working with our clients globally to drive significant innovation in the real estate industry. For more information on how Yardi is Energized for Tomorrow, visit yardi.com.
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SAN JOSE, Calif., NANJING, China and SHANGHAI, May 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IASO Biotherapeutics (IASO Bio), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company engaged in discovering, developing, and manufacturing innovative cell therapies and antibody products, announced today that China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has accepted its investigational new drug (IND) application for the new extended indication of Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) for a fully human BCMA chimeric antigen receptor autologous T (CAR-T) cell Injection (Equecabtagene Autoleucel,CT103A). This NMPA acceptance, the world's first IND application for CAR-T in NMOSD.
IASO Bio's IND application is based on the Equecabtagene Autoleucel Investigator Initiated Trial (IIT) enrolling patients with refractory NMOSD who were positive for Aquaporin 4 antibodies (AQP4). Subjects enrolled were patients with poor symptom control despite at least one year of treatment with at least one immunosuppressant. The primary endpoint of this study was to observe the safety and tolerability, as well as preliminary efficacy, pharmacokinetic (PK), and pharmacodynamic (PD) related indicators in subjects with relapsed/refractory NMOSD treated with Equecabtagene Autoleucel. As of March 20, 2022 cut-off date, 12 subjects received Equecabtagene Autoleucel cell reinfusion, including three in the 0.5×106 CAR-T cells/kg dose group, three in the 1.0×106 CAR-T cells/kg dose group in the dose escalation stage and six subjects in the expansion stage.
The preliminary data presented safety and efficacy of Equecabtagene Autoleucel in the 0.5×106 CAR-T cells/kg and 1.0×106 CAR-T cells/kg dose groups in treatment of NMOSD patients suffering from conditions that were poorly controlled by conventional therapies. All of them experienced 1~2 CRS and no ICANS events prescribed in the protocol were found in the dose exploration period of 12 subjects. Equecabtagene Autoleucel generally reduced the EDSS (Expanded Disability Status Scale) scores of NMOSD subjects, with improved visual acuity in 50% subjects, improved walking ability in 67% subjects, and improved bladder function in 75% subjects.
"The use of CAR-T cell products has been widely accepted in the treatment of hematologic malignancy but has been rarely reported in the treatment of autoimmune diseases. As one of the first company to use CAR-T cell to treat autoimmune diseases, IASO Bio submits the first IND application in China, marking the initiation of the expansion of their indication from oncology to autoimmune diseases, which is of great important for the cell therapy field. BCMA-directed CAR-T cell products targeting plasmocyte are available as a new option to treat the autoimmune diseases caused by plasmocyte-produced autoantibody. Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is characterized by high recurrence and disability rates, etc., and often cause blindness, paralysis, defecation and other serious physical disorders in a later stage" said Dr. Wen Wang, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Medical Officer of IASO Bio. "In contrast, the new therapeutic strategy offered by IASO Bio with Equecabtagene Autoleucel can provide an opportunity to reverse and ameliorate organ damage and improve the quality of life in NMOSD patients. It may provide a new treatment option for patients with poorly controlled NMOSD by existing drugs. We expect that this product candidate will be available soon to NMOSD patients in China and around the world."
About Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) and Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD)
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is an acute or subacute inflammatory demyelination disorder of the central nervous system, an antibody-mediated idiopathic inflammatory disease of the nervous system. Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) is marked by the presence of NMO-IgG antibodies in the serum, covering NMO and NMO-related diseases. The first onset of NMOSD is seen at all ages, mostly in young and middle-aged people, with a median age of 39 years. The prevalence of NMOSD is high in Asian populated areas, and middle-aged women are the most prevalent group. According to Frost & Sullivan, the number of NMOSD cases in China was 49,200,and the total number of NMOSD cases in the worldwide was about 171,000. AQP4-Ab is a foremost pathogenic antibody of NMOSD, and a large number of basic and clinical studies have confirmed that this antibody may cause pathological damage to the central nervous system in animals and humans. Its diagnostic specificity is up to more than 90%, with the positive rate of AQP4-Ab in NMOSD patients ranging from 40% to 90%. NMOSD is a highly recurrent disease with a high disability rate. More than 90% of patients have a multitemporal course, about 60% relapse within one year and 90% relapse within three years, with sequelae found in most patients such as severe visual impairment and/or physical dysfunction, and bladder and bowel dysfunction.
About IASO Bio
IASO Bio is an innovative biopharmaceutical company specialized in the development and industrialization of cellular therapeutics and antibody drugs. The company is expanding into solid tumors and autoimmune diseases with the development of hematologic oncology cell-based drugs and antibody drugs as the cornerstone of innovation. It has a complete platform capability for the entire process from early discovery, registration, clinical development to commercial production and owns many technology platforms including a fully human antibody discovery platform, a high-throughput CAR-T drug preference platform, a general CAR technology platform, a production technology platform, and a clinical translational research platform. There are more than 10 varieties at different stages of development, and Equecabtagene Autoleucel (CT103A,fully human BCMA chimeric antigen receptor autologous T cell injection) with a rapid growth is in the late stage of clinical development. In February 2021, it was included in the "breakthrough therapy-designated drugs" by the Center of Drug Evaluation (CDE) of the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) and was recognized as an "orphan drug" by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in February 2022. The innovative product CT120 (fully human CD19/CD22 dual-target CAR-T cell injection) developed by the company independently has entered the clinical research stage with indications for CD19/CD22 positive relapsed/refractory B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (B-NHL) and relapsed/refractory acute B-lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL), respectively, and has received FDA orphan drug designation (ODD).
Relying on its management team with strong execution, rich product pipeline, unique innovative R&D and business model, IASO Bio is determined to grow into an influential innovative pharmaceutical company in the industry, trying to introduce innovative drugs that truly solve clinical pain points and have market competitiveness to the clinical practice and even the market, opening up a new treatment path for the subjects and bringing them new hope. For more information, please visit www.iasobio.com or www.linkedin.com/company/iasobiotherapeutics.
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REDMOND, WASHINGTON and BRUCHSAL, Germany, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft to develop an aerospace cloud system in Microsoft Azure that will address the nascent cloud computing requirements for eVTOLs, UAM, and autonomous aviation. Once primed for commercial use, Azure will support the digital platform VoloIQ, the operating system for Volocopter's UAM services, and its subsequent transition to autonomous operations.
Volocopter plans to make the VoloIQ its standard UAM operating system for all electric passenger and drone flight operations. Its modular structure will be vast, covering aspects like booking and e-commerce, commercial scheduling, operational network planning, flight planning, flight monitoring, supplying airspace digital twins, and vehicle data logging and analysis. Volocopter has chosen Microsoft Cloud / Azure to securely interconnect all these UAM ecosystem elements into one integrated set of services.
"Having Microsoft on board as a project partner and investor is proof that the solutions Volocopter creates – like the VoloIQ – are pioneering and hold remarkable market potential," said Alexander Oelling, Volocopter's Chief Digital Officer. "We're proud that Microsoft Azure is the one to provide a secure cloud and thus to ensure safety remains at the forefront of our operations."
Volocopter and Microsoft will begin collaborating by ensuring Microsoft Azure meets the VoloIQ's needs for commercial operations. Azure will then enable the VoloIQ's flight and service support for Volocopter's electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft (VoloCity, VoloDrone, and VoloConnect), alongside ground infrastructure (VoloPort) support in real time.
"From the newest technologies to regulation, creating solutions to seamlessly address the cloud computing requirements for supporting continued advancements in aviation is a complex endeavor. We certainly see the potential a secure, robust, and efficient cloud platform could offer aerospace and urban air mobility operators," said Uli Homann, CVP of Cloud and AI at Microsoft. "Working in collaboration with Volocopter, we will start to build the foundation for a commercial model for aerospace cloud."
The collaboration between Volocopter and Microsoft was first publicized in 2020, when Volocopter and Lufthansa Industry Solutions announced plans to develop the VoloIQ for autonomous aircraft operations using Microsoft Azure.
The VoloIQ's aim is a straightforward one: to provide complete digital transparency and greater ecosystem efficiency in real time. By utilizing this digital resource, Volocopter's services – and all the relevant process elements needed to realize this service – will be user-friendly and digitally accessible for customers, pilots, operators, and stakeholders alike. Furthermore, the VoloIQ's solid scope will streamline Volocopter's transition into an autonomous air taxi services provider when the time comes and bolster its efficient maintenance and infrastructure as soon as it becomes operational.
About Volocopter
Volocopter is building the world's first sustainable and scalable urban air mobility business to bring affordable air taxi services for goods and people to megacities worldwide. Volocopter leads and cooperates with partners in infrastructure, operations, and air traffic management to build the ecosystem necessary to 'Bring Urban Air Mobility to Life'. Volocopter has over 500 employees in offices in Bruchsal, Munich, and Singapore. The company has raised $579 million in equity from investors including Geely, WP Investment, Mercedes-Benz Group, Intel Capital, and BlackRock.. www.volocopter.com
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HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Metzger Wickersham is pleased to announce Attorney Catherine "Cat" N. Reeves has been selected to join the 2022-2023 National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Leadership Advancement Program (LAP). This year-long program helps develop mid-career Asian Pacific American attorneys' skills, while also offering opportunities such as developing peer relationships and networking. The NAPABA Program selects only 24 applicants with at least six to 10 years of experience.
Reeves joined the firm in 2011. She focuses her practice in plaintiff personal injury and plaintiff workers compensation cases, as well as Social Security Disability. From 2016 to 2018, she assisted the homeless population at Columbus House, Inc. in New Haven, Connecticut with Social Security disability applications and appeals.
Reeves is a dedicated and detail-oriented attorney who believes in taking a hands-on approach. She takes much pride in her work and advocates for those that need it most. A recent client stated that, "She is awesome, very thorough and genuinely concerned!"
She received her bachelor's degree from Lehigh University and her law degree from Widener University Commonwealth Law School. Reeves speaks English and Vietnamese both fluently.
When asked why she practices law, Reeves shared that it, "brings honor to my family name and all of my cases are important to me. With every case, I learn something and gain a new understanding of people and the law. For me, cases aren't so much about the outcome; rather, it's about the assistance that I can provide to a person who is feeling overwhelmed by the process. I feel the best about the days that my clients tell me that they feel confident about their case-related decisions due to my information and advice."
Reeves is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, New Jersey State Bar Association, Dauphin County Bar Association and Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Pennsylvania.
Everyone at Metzger Wickersham wishes Cat continued success as she flourishes in a leadership role with the NAPABA Leadership Advancement Program. We look forward to her new insights, skills and the future opportunities that she will offer to the Metzger Wickersham team.
Founded in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in 1888, Metzger Wickersham has protected citizens' rights for over a century and recovered millions for clients in the process. Aside from the main Harrisburg office, Metzger Wickersham maintains offices in Lancaster, Pottsville, Shippensburg, Wilkes-Barre, Williamsport, and York. For more information, visit www.mwke.com.
CONTACT: Abbey E. Kinard, 717-238-8187, Akinard@mwke.com
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MONTCLAIR, N.J., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BDP Holdings, a New Jersey-based real estate investment company, announced today that Jennifer Kolpien has joined the company as its chief financial officer, bringing nearly 25 years of experience in finance, operations and tax accounting to her new role.
As a key member of the executive management team, Kolpien will assume a strategic role in the overall management of the company. In this position she will be accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company.
"Jennifer Kolpien is a proven professional with robust financial management and reporting skills and a keen sense of accounting, finance and overall business operations," said David Placek, managing partner, BDP Holdings. "Her deep knowledge, financial expertise and strong leadership skills will help position BDP Holdings for continued success now and into the future."
Kolpien started her career with Arthur Anderson as a senior tax associate and has held a series of progressively senior inhouse and consulting roles for various size manufacturing and service industry businesses as well as for many high-net worth individuals and closely held business owners. She also served as an adjunct professor for the University of Illinois at Chicago for three years teaching a variety of senior and graduate level accounting courses. During her tenure she was a nominee for the Illinois CPA Society Outstanding Educator Award.
Kolpien received a bachelors in business administration from Miami University and a masters in taxation from Villanova.
About BDP Holdings
Led by a team with nearly 30 years of experience, BDP Holdings is a New Jersey-based real estate investment company specializing in the acquisition, development and repositioning of real estate in the New York Tri-State area and across the U.S. BDP focuses on properties in markets with high barriers to entry and then seeks to add value through the repositioning of current properties or the development of new properties and communities. BDP's executive team has invested in over $6.5 billion of value-driven real estate and acquired over five million commercial square feet in more than 30 states.
Contact:
Rebecca Cleary
Spotlight Marketing Communications
949.427.1462
rebecca@spotlightmarcom.com
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After two years of staying home, luxury travel clients are planning bucket-list trips and vacations with family and friends
NEW YORK, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dream destinations, multigenerational vacations and a desire for unique experiences are some of the trends driving luxury travel for the summer in 2022, according to travel advisors from the Global Travel Collection (GTC).
The United Kingdom tops the list of international destinations booked by GTC travel advisors, a spot it's held for the last five years. Other places in the top 15 include Italy, France, Israel, Spain, Switzerland, Mexico, the United Arab Emirates, Greece and Germany, followed by South Africa, Ireland, Australia, the Dominican Republic and Portugal.
Luxury travel advisors with GTC brands report that their clients are excited to travel again, with some booking multiple trips. And they're willing to spend more to get the vacation experience they want. But that high demand is driving up prices, and hotels are stretched thin due to staffing shortages, limiting availability.
"Europe is in high demand this summer, with destinations like Greece, Spain, Portugal and Italy the most booked," said Tiffany Bowne, with All Star Travel Group, a brand within Global Travel Collection. "My luxury travel clients do a combination of experiences, like cooking classes, hiking/biking excursions and immersive activities connecting them to the place, as well as making sure they have dining reservations at the top spots."
Carolyn Consalvo, with Global Travel Collection's Andrew Harper, remarked that beach vacations and Alaska cruises are very popular. "I would say most people are looking for destinations where they can be outdoors a majority of the time," she said.
"Bucket lists are becoming to-do lists," said Shayna Mizrahi, with In The Know Experiences, also part of Global Travel Collection. "Many of my clients want to travel to their dream locations," with destinations as varied as the Maldives, southern Italy's Amalfi coast, Australia and Hawaii.
Remote work has also opened up new possibilities, she added. "The demographics of my most active luxury travelers today are young professionals, who now can work remotely from anywhere and are choosing to combine this with unique luxury trips."
Luxury travelers are eager to make up for the time they couldn't spend seeing the world with friends and family over the past two years.
"I'm doing multiple multigenerational trips — grandparents not wanting to miss any more time and taking their family on an unforgettable trip of two to three weeks," said Diana Castillo, with Protravel International of Global Travel Collection.
Laura Triebe, also with Andrew Harper, is also handling more requests for multigenerational vacations and bucket-list destinations like Hawaii and Africa. "I think the client that calls now is more serious about traveling and is willing to adjust to an ever-changing world."
With rising prices and limited availability in some vacation spots, luxury advisors are putting their skills and experience to the test.
Clients are "willing to pay to get what they want," and that includes upgrading their accommodations, said Michelle Summerville, with In The Know Experiences. "More people want to travel in the best way possible, better than they have in the past," she said.
"The greatest challenge in selling luxury travel right now is the severely limited space and availability for flights and hotel rooms in the most desirable destinations," said Leslie Tillem, with Tzell Travel Group of Global Travel Collection. "We are seeing extraordinary demand in luxury travel across the spectrum, leading to a lack of availability at any price."
Bridget Kapinus, with Andrew Harper, concurs. Demand is high for last-minute travel. She's also contending with factors like a scarcity of hotel rooms and higher costs for flights.
Travelers who had never used an advisor before started to seek them out to help navigate COVID-19 entry and testing requirements. Now, they're sold on the value of a travel professional.
"Your time is precious, and you want the assistance of an expert to help you plan your vacation," said Angie Licea, President of the Global Travel Collection. "Our luxury travel advisors have years of experience putting together trips for their clients, as well as firsthand knowledge of the world's most popular destinations. They stay on top of the trends in luxury travel and deliver concierge-level service. Plus, travelers have the comfort of knowing that there's a human being they can call whenever they have a question or concern."
"My travels throughout these past 18 months have been our best marketing," said Castillo, of Protravel International. "We have shown our clientele that travel can be pleasant and enjoyable and that we can help set up all the requirements they may need in order to make their vacation seamless."
Mizrahi, with In The Know Experiences, has also been sharing details about her travels, something her clients appreciate immensely. Her firsthand experience "is something that no Google search or website can provide."
About Global Travel Collection
Global Travel Collection (GTC), a division of Internova Travel Group, is the world's largest collection of international luxury travel agencies, including the well-established networks of Protravel International, Tzell Travel Group, and Colletts Travel, as well as Andrew Harper, In the Know Experiences, All Star Travel Group and R. Crusoe & Son. GTC advisors and agencies are industry leaders in providing premium travel services to leisure travelers, corporate executives and the entertainment industry. The combined global reach and leverage translates into value, recognition, and preferential treatment for its world travelers.
About Internova Travel Group
Internova Travel Group is one of the largest travel services companies in the world with a collection of leading brands delivering high-touch, personal travel expertise to leisure and corporate clients. Internova manages leisure, business and franchise firms through a portfolio of distinctive divisions. Internova represents more than 70,000 travel advisors in over 6,000 company-owned and affiliated locations predominantly in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, with a presence in more than 80 countries.
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Elizabeth Gaerlan
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Hertha Berlin beats Hamburg to clinch Bundesliga survival
HAMBURG, Germany (AP) — Hertha Berlin has taken its final chance to clinch Bundesliga survival by winning at Hamburger SV 2-0 in the second leg of their relegation-promotion playoff. Goals from Hertha captain Dedryck Boyata and Marvin Plattenhardt in each half overturned Ludovit Reis’ winner for Hamburg in the first leg. Hertha remains in the top division by winning 2-1 on aggregate. Hamburg will have to wait to realize its dream of returning to the Bundesliga following its relegation in 2018. It finished fourth in the second division in each of the three seasons afterward, then third this season to reach the playoff against the team that finished third from bottom in the Bundesliga – Hertha. | https://localnews8.com/news/2022/05/23/hertha-berlin-beats-hamburg-to-clinch-bundesliga-survival/ | 2022-05-23T22:38:23Z |
KRAMATORSK, Ukraine (AP) — Russian shelling killed at least eight civilians in eastern Ukraine over the past 24 hours and wounded 25 more, Ukrainian officials said Wednesday. Pro-Russia separatists said attacks by Ukrainian forces killed four civilians.
The Ukrainian presidential office said Russian forces targeted cities and villages in the country’s southeast, with most civilian casualties occurring in Donetsk province, where Russia stepped up its offensive in recent days.
Gov. Pavlo Kyrylenko said in a Telegram post that two people died in the city of Avdiivka, which is located in the center of the province, and the Donetsk cities of Sloviansk, Krasnohorivka and Kurakhove each reported one civilian killed.
“Every crime will be punished,” he wrote.
Kyrylenko urged the province’s more than 350,000 remaining residents to flee late Tuesday, saying that evacuating Donetsk was necessary to save lives and allow the Ukrainian army to put up a better defense against the Russian advance.
Donetsk is part of the Donbas, a mostly Russian-speaking industrial area where Ukraine’s most experienced soldiers are concentrated. Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday declared the complete seizure of the region’s other province, Luhansk, after Ukrainian troops withdrew from the last city under their country.
Luhansk Gov. Serhiy Haidai denied Wednesday that the Russians had completely captured the province. Heavy fighting continued in villages around Lysychansk, the city Ukrainians soldiers withdrew from and which Russian troops took on Sunday, he said.
“The Russians have paid a high price, but the Luhansk region is not fully captured by the Russian army,” Haidai said. “Some settlements have been overrun by each side several times already.”
He accused Russian forces of scorched earth tactics, “burning down and destroying everything on their way.”
Up to 15,000 residents remain in Lysychansk and some 8,000 in the nearby city of Sievierodonetsk, which Russian and separatist fighters seized last month, Haidai said.
Pro-Russian separatists have fought Ukrainian forces and controlled much of the Donbas for eight years. Before Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, Putin recognized the independence of the two self-proclaimed separatist republics in the region.
Separatist authorities in Donetsk said Wednesday that four civilians were killed and another 14 wounded in Ukrainian shelling over the past 24 hours. News reports said shelling hit an ammunition depot on Tuesday, triggering massive explosions.
Since Russian forces failed to make inroads in capturing Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, Moscow has concentrated its offensive on seizing the remaining Ukrainian-held areas of the Donbas.
To the north of Donetsk, Russian forces also hit Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, with missile strikes overnight, the Kharkiv regional governor said Wednesday on Telegram.
Three districts of the city were targeted, Gov. Oleh Syniehubov said. One person was killed and three, including a toddler, sustained injuries, according to the governor.
A missile struck a building where military registration takes place. A government building next door remained intact, and people just steps away glanced at the wreckage in passing.
Closer to the front line and in a more abandoned district of the city, first responders crunched through the debris of another overnight attack at the national teaching university in Kharkiv. Pages of dusty textbooks flapped in the breeze.
The attacks indicated the city, which is located close to the Russian border, is unlikely to get a reprieve as the war grinds on into its fifth month.
Russia’s Defense Ministry said its forces killed up to 100 Ukrainian troops and destroyed four armored vehicles in Kharkiv, and struck a Ukrainian air-defense radar and a camp housing foreign fighters in southern Ukraine’s Mykolaiv region.
The ministry’s chief spokesman, Igor Konashenkov, said air-launched high precision missiles also destroyed two HIMARS multiple-launch rocket systems the U.S. sent to Ukraine. The Ukrainian military denied Moscow’s claims, calling them “nothing more than a fake” in a Facebook post.
In other developments:
— European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the 27-nation European Union needs to make emergency plans to prepare for a complete cut-off of Russian gas in the wake of the Kremlin’s war in Ukraine. The EU has already imposed sanctions on Russia, including on some energy supplies, and is trying to find other sources. But von der Leyen said the bloc needed to be ready for shock disruptions coming from Moscow.
— European Union lawmakers voted to support a plan by the bloc’s executive commission to include natural gas and nuclear power in its list of sustainable activities. Environmentalists accused the EU of “greenwashing.” One argument for rejecting the proposal was that it could boost gas sales that benefit Russia. The European Commission said it had a letter from the Ukrainian government backing its stance.
— A court in Russia ordered a pipeline bringing oil from Kazakhstan to Europe halted for 30 days for what it said were environmental violations, Russian media reported. The ruling by a court in Russia’s southern city of Novorossiysk cited the results of a recent inspection of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium. Kazakh leader Kassym-Jomart Tokayev told EU Council President Charles Michel on Tuesday that Kazakhstan “is ready to use its hydrocarbon potential in order to stabilize the situation on the world and European markets.”
— A top Russian official warned the United States could face the “wrath of God” if it works to help establish an international tribunal to investigate Russia’s actions in Ukraine. Dmitry Medvedev, the deputy secretary of Russia’s Security Council, denounced the U.S. for what he described as its efforts to “spread chaos and destruction across the world for the sake of ‘true democracy.’”
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Murru and Cara Anna contributed from Kharkiv.
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NEW ORLEANS, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF"), announces that KSF continues its investigation into Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NasdaqGS: HOOD).
During its July 2021 Initial Public Offering (IPO), the Company touted its significant growth, quality execution, high security standards, and commitment to providing users with a highly accessible and safe trading experience. In October 2021, the Company disclosed a range of negative financial and operational results, covering the same period that its IPO was held, including declines in total net revenue, monthly active users, funded accounts, assets under custody, and average revenue per user, among other things. Then, on November 8, 2021, the Company disclosed that it had experienced a "data security incident" on November 3rd in which hackers were able to gain access to certain personal information of roughly 7 million users.
KSF's investigation is focusing on whether Robinhood's officers and/or directors breached their fiduciary duties to Robinhood's shareholders or otherwise violated state or federal laws.
If you have information that would assist KSF in its investigation, or have been a long-term holder of Robinhood shares and would like to discuss your legal rights, you may, without obligation or cost to you, call toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or email KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqgs-hood/ to learn more.
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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Crocs, Inc. Reports Record Second Quarter Revenues, Up 51%
Published: Aug. 4, 2022 at 7:00 AM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
Second Quarter Operating Margin of 26% and Adjusted Operating Margin of 30%
Diluted EPS of $2.58 and Adjusted Diluted EPS Rose 45% to $3.24
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX), a world leader in innovative casual footwear for women, men, and children, today announced its second quarter 2022 financial results.
"I am very proud of our second quarter results," said Andrew Rees, Chief Executive Officer. "I am particularly excited by record revenues for the Crocs Brand and the strong growth internationally. HEYDUDE continues to outperform our expectations and we now expect nearly $1 billion in pro forma revenues this year."
"We have two incredibly strong brands that are well positioned to meet the needs of our core consumer with our value and comfort proposition. The consumer demand for both our brands is exceptional and we expect both brands to gain market share in this dynamic environment. We remain incredibly confident in our long term growth and our ability to generate best-in-class profitability."
Second Quarter 2022 Highlights
Consolidated revenues of $964.6 million increased 50.5%, or 55.6% on a constant currency basis, as compared to 2021.
Crocs Brand record quarterly revenues of $732.2 million increased 14.3%, or 19.4% on a constant currency basis, as compared to 2021.
HEYDUDE Brand revenues were $232.4 million for the second quarter of 2022, up approximately 96% compared to 2021.
Crocs Brand digital sales grew 16.8%, or 20.8% on a constant currency basis, to represent 37.2% of Crocs Brand revenues versus 36.4% in prior year. HEYDUDE Brand digital penetration was 31.5% of HEYDUDE Brand revenues.
Operating margin was 25.7% and adjusted operating margin was 30.1%.
Diluted earnings per share was $2.58, a decrease as a result of a favorable, discrete impact of a tax legislation change in the prior year. Adjusted diluted earnings per share increased 45.3% to $3.24 compared to $2.23 in 2021.
Second Quarter 2022 Operating Results
Amounts referred to as "adjusted" or "non-GAAP" are non-GAAP measures and include adjustments that are described under the heading "Reconciliation of GAAP Measures to Non-GAAP Measures." A reconciliation of these amounts to their GAAP counterparts are contained in the schedules below.
Revenues were $964.6 million, an increase of 50.5% from the same period last year, or 55.6% on a constant currency basis. Direct-to-consumer ("DTC"), which includes retail and e-commerce, grew 22.8%, and wholesale grew 80.6%.
Gross margin was 51.6% compared to 61.7% and adjusted gross margin was 55.2% compared to 61.8% in the same period last year. Adjusted gross margin excludes $35.1 million of costs, of which $34.3 million is a HEYDUDE inventory fair value step-up related to the acquisition. Crocs Brand gross margin was 57.7%, 400 basis points lower than prior year driven primarily by 445 basis points of freight headwinds, including 340 basis points of air freight, and 105 basis points of currency, partially offset by increased prices and product mix.
Selling, general, and administrative expenses ("SG&A") of $249.8 million increased from $199.9 million in the same period last year, and SG&A as a percent of revenues improved to 25.9% from 31.2% in prior year. Adjusted SG&A improved to 25.1% of revenues versus 31.2% for the same period last year. Adjusted SG&A excludes $7.5 million of costs, primarily related to the HEYDUDE integration.
Income from operations increased 27.0% to $248.0 million and operating margin was 25.7% compared to 30.5% for the same period last year due to increased air freight and HEYDUDE acquisition and integration expenses. Adjusted income from operations rose 47.9% to $290.6 million and adjusted operating margin was 30.1%. Incremental air freight costs negatively impacted adjusted operating margin by 240 basis points and currency impacted by 80 basis points.
Diluted earnings per share were $2.58, a decrease as a result of a favorable, discrete impact of a tax legislation change in the prior year. Adjusted diluted earnings per share increased 45.3% to $3.24 compared to $2.23 in 2021.
Second Quarter 2022 Brand Summary
Crocs Brand: Revenues increased 14.3%, or 19.4% on a constant currency basis, to $732.2 million. Wholesale revenues increased 27.7%, or 35.2% on a constant currency basis. DTC comparable sales increased 7.5%.
HEYDUDE Brand: Revenues during the second quarter were $232.4 million. Wholesale revenues were $162.5 million and DTC revenues were $69.9 million.
Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
Cash and cash equivalents were $187.4 million as of June 30, 2022, compared to $213.2 million as of December 31, 2021.
Inventories increased to $501.5 million as of June 30, 2022, compared to $213.5 million as of December 31, 2021 and $209.1 million as of June 30, 2021. This increase was driven primarily by the addition of HEYDUDE and increased in transit inventory for the Crocs Brand.
Capital expenditures during the six months ended June 30, 2022 were $56.7 million, compared to $21.3 million for the same period last year.
Borrowings were $2.77 billion as of June 30, 2022 compared to $771.4 million as of December 31, 2021, an increase driven primarily by borrowings used to finance a portion of the HEYDUDE acquisition. Our liquidity position remains strong with $187.4 million in cash and cash equivalents and $475.8 million in available borrowing capacity as of June 30, 2022.
Financial Outlook
Full Year 2022
With respect to 2022, we expect:
Consolidated revenues to be approximately $3.395 to $3.505 billion, representing growth between 47% and 52% compared to 2021.
Gross margin to still include $75 million of air freight in 2022.
Adjusted operating income of approximately $880 to $945 million and adjusted operating margin to still be approximately 26% to 27%. This excludes non-GAAP adjustments primarily related to the HEYDUDE acquisition and integration of $75 million in cost of sales and $55 million in SG&A.
GAAP tax rate still of approximately 25% and non-GAAP effective tax rate still of approximately 22%.
Adjusted diluted earnings per share to now be between $9.50 and $10.30.
Capital expenditures to still be approximately $170 to $200 million, primarily for supply chain investments to support growth.
Gross leverage to still be below 2.0x by mid-year 2023 following strong earnings and cash flow expectations for 2022.
Third Quarter 2022
With respect to the third quarter of 2022, we expect:
Consolidated revenues to be approximately $915 to $955 million, implying approximately 46% to 53% growth compared to third quarter 2021 revenues of $626 million.
Adjusted operating margin of approximately 25% to 26%, including approximately $15 million impact from air freight and excluding non-GAAP adjustments of $10 million in SG&A primarily related to the HEYDUDE integration.
Conference Call Information
A conference call to discuss second quarter 2022 results is scheduled for today, Thursday, August 4, 2022, at 8:30 am ET. To receive conference call details, please register at the Investor Relations section of the Crocs website, investors.crocs.com. The webcast will also be available live and on replay through August 4, 2023 at this site.
About Crocs, Inc.
Crocs, Inc. (Nasdaq: CROX) is a world leader in innovative casual footwear for women, men, and children, combining comfort and style with a value that consumers know and love. The Company's brands include Crocs and HEYDUDE and its products are sold in more than 85 countries through wholesale and direct-to-consumer channels. For more information on Crocs, Inc. please visit investors.crocs.com. To learn more about our brands, please visit www.crocs.com or www.heydudeshoesusa.com or follow @Crocs or @heydudeshoes on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release includes estimates, projections, and statements relating to our business plans, commitments, objectives, and expected operating results that are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding potential impacts to our business related to our supply chain challenges, the COVID-19 pandemic, our financial condition, brand and liquidity outlook, and expectations regarding our future revenue, margins, non-GAAP adjustments, tax rate, earnings per share and capital expenditures, the acquisition of HEYDUDE and benefits thereof, Crocs' strategy, plans, objectives, expectations (financial or otherwise) and intentions, future financial results and growth potential, statements regarding full year and third quarter 2022 financial outlook and future profitability, cash flows, and brand strength, anticipated product portfolio and our ability to deliver sustained, highly profitable growth. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, which may cause our actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performances, or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: our expectations regarding supply chain disruptions; the COVID-19 pandemic and related government, private sector, and individual consumer responsive actions; cost inflation; current global financial conditions, including economic impacts resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic; the effect of competition in our industry; our ability to effectively manage our future growth or declines in revenues; changing consumer preferences; our ability to maintain and expand revenues and gross margin; our ability to accurately forecast consumer demand for our products; our ability to successfully implement our strategic plans; our ability to develop and sell new products; our ability to obtain and protect intellectual property rights; the effect of potential adverse currency exchange rate fluctuations and other international operating risks; and other factors described in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K under the heading "Risk Factors" and our subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers are encouraged to review that section and all other disclosures appearing in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
All information in this document speak only as of the date of this press release. We do not undertake any obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law.
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CROCS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES RECONCILIATION OF GAAP MEASURES TO NON-GAAP MEASURES
In addition to financial measures presented on the basis of accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP"), we present "Non-GAAP cost of sales," "Non-GAAP gross profit," "Non-GAAP gross margin," "Non-GAAP gross margin by brand," "Non-GAAP selling, general, and administrative expenses," "Non-GAAP selling, general and administrative expenses as a percent of revenues," "Non-GAAP income from operations," "Non-GAAP operating margin," "Non-GAAP income tax expense (benefit)," "Non-GAAP effective tax rate," "Non-GAAP net income," and "Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per common share," which are non-GAAP financial measures. We also present future period guidance for "Non-GAAP operating margin," "Non-GAAP operating income," "Non-GAAP effective tax rate," and "Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share." Non-GAAP results exclude the impact of items that management believes affect the comparability or underlying business trends in our condensed consolidated financial statements in the periods presented.
We also present certain information related to our current period results of operations through "constant currency," which is a non-GAAP financial measure and should be viewed as a supplement to our results of operations and presentation of reportable segments under GAAP. Constant currency represents current period results that have been retranslated using exchange rates used in the prior year comparative period to enhance the visibility of the underlying business trends excluding the impact of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations.
Management uses non-GAAP results to assist in comparing business trends from period to period on a consistent basis in communications with the board of directors, stockholders, analysts, and investors concerning our financial performance. We believe that these non-GAAP measures are useful to investors and other users of our condensed consolidated financial statements as an additional tool for evaluating operating performance and trends. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, management believes it is helpful to evaluate our results excluding the impacts of various adjustments relating to special or non-recurring items. Investors should not consider these non-GAAP measures in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Voters in California’s sprawling farm belt will fill a congressional seat Tuesday left vacant after Republican Rep. Devin Nunes resigned in the middle of his term to lead former President Donald Trump’s fledgling media company.
The special election in the Republican-leaning 22nd District has been largely ignored as national Democrats and Republicans fixate on midterm elections that will determine control of Congress in 2023.
The seat in the state’s Central Valley — sometimes called the nation’s salad bowl because of its agricultural production — is expected to stay in Republican hands.
Nunes’ unexpected departure in January created an unusual situation for his former constituents: the winner of the election will serve only months in Congress, and the district will vanish next year because of redrawn boundaries.
Mail-in voting started last month, and early returns point to a sparse turnout. With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the pandemic dominating headlines, campaigns say voters they contact are sometimes surprised to find out an election is taking place, or are not aware that Nunes, a prominent Trump loyalist while in Congress, had resigned.
If no candidate gets a majority, a runoff between the top two finishers will coincide with the statewide primary election June 7.
There are six candidates on the ballot – four Republicans and two Democrats. With a potential runoff, there’s a chance two Republicans could face off for the seat in June.
“Anything is possible at this point,” said Connie Conway, a former county supervisor, Republican leader in the state Assembly and Trump administration appointee, who is the best known candidate among the contenders.
The 48-year-old Nunes was comfortably reelected in November 2020 before exiting with a year left in his term to join the Trump Media & Technology Group. The company hopes its social media platform will rival competitors like Twitter and Facebook, which blocked the former president’s accounts after the deadly storming of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
Other candidates include Republicans Elizabeth Heng, a tech executive who lost a run for Congress in a neighboring district in 2018 and briefly ran for U.S. Senate; Michael Maher, a Navy veteran and former FBI special agent; and former Navy combat pilot Matt Stoll, a small business owner.
Democrats on the ballot are Eric Garcia, a Marine and Iraq War veteran, and Lourin Hubbard, a manager for the state Department of Water Resources.
Different agendas are in play. Conway, if elected, plans to serve only the remainder of Nunes’ term. However, Garcia, Maher and Stoll also are running in the June statewide primary in a newly drawn district — the 21st — that includes a slab of Nunes’ territory. In that race, they will be taking on Democratic Rep. Jim Costa, and it’s obvious they hope a win on Nunes’ old turf will be a springboard to winning the district.
A runoff would be politically tricky for Garcia, Maher or Stoll. In that case, a candidate’s name would end up appearing twice on the June ballot — once in a runoff for the vacant Nunes seat and a second time in a new House district for the term that starts in 2023. Voters easily could be confused seeing the same name twice.
With little at stake in the contest to replace Nunes, money has been in short supply and, as a result, advertising has been sporadic.
Federal fundraising records show Garcia, for example, raised over $200,000 but had only $1,700 in the bank in mid-March. Heng raised $215,000 and had about $60,000 on hand at that time. But she also stacked up $95,000 in unpaid bills, leaving her campaign effectively in debt.
The outcome also will not tilt the balance of power on Capitol Hill, where Democrats hold a slim majority.
The little-watched contest takes place in a challenging political environment for congressional Democrats. Polls show many Americans are unhappy with the direction of the country, and President Joe Biden’s approval ratings have been sagging.
While the contest for the vacant Nunes seat has been an afterthought nationally, California is at the center of the fight for the House. There are about a half-dozen highly competitive districts on the June ballot. Such contests are a rarity in the liberal-minded state, where Democrats hold every statewide office, dominate in the Legislature and have a 42-10 advantage in the congressional delegation.
Nationally, 30 House Democrats and 15 Republicans are not seeking reelection this year. In addition there are 5 House vacancies because of resignations or deaths. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/election-will-fill-us-house-seat-left-by-trump-ally-nunes/ | 2022-04-05T13:43:39Z |
Novelist coming to Jackson to discuss book about white supremacy
Charles Dodd White is a writer who’s lived in East Tennessee for nearly a decade teaching at Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville.
He’s written six books, and he’ll be in Jackson on Saturday discussing one of them – “How Fire Runs.”
The Griot Collective of West Tennessee is sponsoring his appearance at the Jackson-Madison County Public Library (433 East Lafayette Street in Downtown Jackson) on Saturday at 2 p.m.
“How Fire Runs” is a fictional work, but it’s based on actual events that have happened in recent years regarding white supremacists in small towns and the wildfires that did heavy damage in East Tennessee in 2015.
“I tell my students to write about things that bother you, and after the shooting in Charleston, South Carolina at the church a few years back and the violence in Virginia that killed one, I was really bothered,” White said. “And I began to think about what would happen if a group of white supremacists not only moved into a small East Tennessee town, but also gained political influence in it because it’s a community that’s fairly remote and somewhat disposed to prejudice.”
White said he enjoys getting out and enjoying nature throughout the Appalachian Trail, and the book is set in a town he’s visited many times for that enjoyment: Elizabethton, which is a small town tucked away in the mountains near the easternmost point of Tennessee.
“It’s a nice little town away from everything, but like a lot of small towns throughout this part of the country, there’s a lot of Confederate flags that fly,” White said. “So it could be a place for the events of this book to happen.”
White said the plot of the book also includes a wild fire that devastates part of the town, and that event juxtaposes the white supremacist plotline of the book as well to bring it all to a dramatic ending.
“How Fire Runs” is available online at Amazon.com or wherever books are sold in the $13-15 range.
“I’m looking forward to being in Jackson this weekend discussing the book,” White said.
Reach Brandon Shields at bjshields@jacksonsun.com. Follow him on Twitter @JSEditorBrandon or on Instagram at editorbrandon. | https://www.jacksonsun.com/story/news/2022/04/29/novelist-coming-jackson-discuss-book-white-supremacy/7436694001/ | 2022-04-29T05:18:23Z |
MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenhouse has selected Sapia.ai, creator of the world's first AI Smart Interviewer, as its newest integration partner – enabling Greenhouse customers to access the first and only chat-based AI assessment tool on the Greenhouse marketplace.
Greenhouse offers businesses a complete suite of software and services for recruiting and onboarding, as well as a large partner ecosystem.
Sapia CEO, Barb Hyman said that the partnership is a game changer for organizations that need to fill roles efficiently while giving every candidate an engaging and fair experience.
"Partnerships with providers like Greenhouse are central to our mission to get ethical Ai into the hiring teams of as many organizations as possible. Our partnership makes it easier for companies to access our solution who want to solve their hiring challenges in a fair, efficient, and ethical way".
Sapia's solution interviews candidates through a blind chat conversation. From written responses, its AI Smart Interviewer accurately assess candidate suitability. Hiring teams accessing Sapia's Smart Interviewer via the Greenhouse marketplace achieve immediate efficiency gains, disrupting bias in the hiring process with a world-class candidate experience.
"From day one, we've designed Sapia to be seamlessly integrated into recruitment teams' daily processes. Integration with partners like Greenhouse helps organizations get a better return on investment of their existing HR technology stack, quickly. There's no 6-month implementation process - Sapia can be interviewing candidates in days, and hiring teams don't need to leave Greenhouse to access shortlists and candidate insights."
The Greenhouse announcement is hot on the heels of a number of exciting updates for the Australian-founded global AI startup, including global recognition for its work in mitigating gender bias, and taking home the 'cutting edge technologies and employee experience' innovation award at Vivatech Paris.
The award follows a series of innovations for 2022, including InterviewBERT, a development that uses Google's model for Natural Language Processing (NLP) to understand the contextual meaning of words in written job interviews.
Next month will see Sapia showcase their world-first technology alongside industry incumbents at the HRTech conference in Las Vegas.
"We're gaining incredible traction internationally, and we're seeing enormous interest in the US market, where disruptive technologies like ours can make a huge difference to the HR industry".
About Sapia.ai
Sapia's mission is to build a fairer, more human world through ethical AI. Using the world's first Smart Interviewer, powered by the world's largest source of first-party proprietary text data and advanced Natural Language Processing, Sapia turns simple text conversations into unprecedented talent intelligence – enabling organizations to interrupt hiring bias at scale, get to the right talent fast, and give every candidate an experience they love.
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Giddy's Plaid integration gives users a simple, streamlined on and off ramp between crypto and fiat.
DRAPER, Utah, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crypto staking app Giddy has partnered with fintech leader Plaid, a data network that powers the tools millions of people rely on to live healthier financial lives. Giddy's integration with Plaid will make it easier for users to securely and seamlessly share their financial data so they can move funds in and out of their Giddy account.
"Security and user friendliness are paramount to every step of the customer journey on the Giddy platform" says Giddy CEO Eric Parker. "Our partnership with Plaid and their open finance technology is a continuation of striving to create an unparalleled experience for Giddy users."
Enabling investors to easily and securely connect their financial accounts to Giddy's platform will help streamline the process of moving funds in and out of their wallet, making the onramps and offramps to crypto investing easier for mainstream investors.
Through its integration with Plaid's payment authorization products and payment processor Wyre, Giddy will enable investors to easily transfer funds via ACH from their checking account to their digital wallet to invest in crypto. Once an investor converts the crypto back to dollars (fiat), the integration makes it fast and easy to transfer those funds back to their checking account.
Upon transferring funds into a Giddy account, the currency is automatically converted to a stable coin that allows users to immediately begin staking their tokens and earning an interest yield.
Giddy is the world's first DeFi app to provide one-tap staking (interest-earning) to crypto investors. In a complex world of crypto investing where investors need to master a confusing array of tools and platforms to fully maximize their investments, Giddy has a mission to simplify the most sophisticated crypto strategies into one platform.
About Giddy
Giddy was founded in 2021 by entrepreneurs Eric and Ethan Parker. Their non-custodial DeFi platform provides streamlined access to DeFi crypto investing and staking. The Giddy wallet provides faster and more secure transactions with ease of withdrawal. The company has raised more than $8 million in funding from investors and recently announced the pre-release of its mobile app. Learn more at https://giddy.co/
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Which collectible trading cards are best?
Collectible trading cards is a popular hobby that’s highly favored among people of all ages. Whether you’re interested in collectible trading cards for fun or investment, there’s certainly no shortage of options to choose from.
Collectible trading cards are available in several different themes, ranging from popular sports icons to fantasy characters and more. One of the most loved collectible card sets is Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021, which includes various Magic cards for those who want to play the card game or add to their prized collection.
What to know before you buy collectible trading cards
Getting into the collectible trading card space or trying to find what suits you best can be a bit of a challenge, especially if you’re a novice.
Here are some key points to keep in mind while you shop:
Collectible trading card themes
When looking for just the right collectible trading cards, enthusiasts can choose between sports cards, character cards or video game cards.
Sports cards are generally based on professional athletes who compete in popular sporting activities, such as basketball, football, baseball, boxing and auto racing.
Collectible trading cards that are not sports-related include cards from a variety of popular fantasy franchises, such as Magic: The Gathering, “Yu-Gi-Oh!”, “Pokemon,” Fortnite, The Elder Scrolls: Legends, Harry Potter and many more.
Collectible card options
When shopping around for collectible sports cards or character cards, you can take your pick from the many different arrangements that are available, including:
- Single cards, which are typically limited or rare individual cards.
- Packs of collectible trading cards that usually come with three to 20 or more cards in a single pack.
- Boxes that include multiple packs, ranging anywhere from 24 or more packs in one box.
- Sets may come with a few pieces of a full production run set or the full run set, in which the number of cards can vary anywhere from 60-100 or more. If you’re a beginner, sets can be a great place to start.
- Lots, which generally contain a huge assortment of cards that are completely random. These aren’t usually exclusive to one specific production run set, manufacturer or rarity group, so keep this in mind while you shop.
If you already know exactly which cards you want to add to your collection, then it’s a good idea to obtain single cards or packs that are specific to your goals. If you are looking for more of a surprising and exciting experience, then packs, sets or lots are the way to go.
Finding your favorite franchise, team, player or character cards
Obtaining particular or rare cards within a certain theme can be a hassle that not everyone is prepared to go through. Luckily, there is a way to get precisely the card you most desire. Some people buy certain cards directly from other collectors because they find them more valuable or they haven’t been lucky enough to obtain that particular card. This approach can be optimal if you’re searching for a specific player, team or character card.
Obtaining your cards this way will guarantee that you get the exact card you need to play with or want to add to your collection. This method also frees you of the process of sorting through dozens of cards in an attempt to find the right one.
What to look for in quality collectible trading cards
Completing a set
Some collectible trading card fanatics want to obtain every single card from a specific set. In these cases, the number of cards could range anywhere from 30-100 cards. While achieving this can be quite a feat, there are preconfigured sets available that include a high number of common cards.
Other people simply can’t resist the thrill of opening random packs in the hopes of finding just the card they were after. However, keep in mind that this approach could very well leave you more duplicate cards than you know what to do with.
Valuable or rare cards
Collectible trading card manufacturers also produce uncommon and rare cards that tend to be the most sought-after of the bunch. While common cards often have an almost unlimited number of copies, uncommon cards can be slightly harder to come by. Rare cards, on the other hand, are by far the most valuable, as these have a limited number of copies produced. Most collectors are always on the hunt for the next best rare card to add to their collection, while others obtain these rare cards with the intention of selling them once the value increases.
Collectible trading card games
There are some collectible trading cards that are a part of a competitive game, such as Magic: The Gathering, where players gain special powers, weapons and perks by playing certain cards. Some other widely popular trading card games include fantasy franchises, such as “Yu-Gi-Oh!,” “Pokemon” and many others.
How much you can expect to spend on collectible trading cards
Starter sets for beginners usually clock in at around $5-$30, while complete sets or advanced packs that come with a higher number of rare cards are usually between $20-$100. Vintage or extremely rare cards can range from just a few dollars to tens of thousands of dollars.
Collectible trading cards FAQ
What types of trading cards should I collect?
A. This depends entirely on your personal interests. For instance, people who are interested in popular TV shows such as “Pokémon” or “Yu-Gi-Oh!” would do well to get started with trading cards that match these themes. Sports fans, on the other hand, will likely lean toward collecting trading cards that represent their favorite sports teams or athletes. At the end of the day, the best collectible trading cards for you should reflect your own unique set of interests and preferences.
How can I best protect my trading cards?
A. The best way to keep your collectible trading cards in mint condition is by sliding each card into a protective sleeve and then placing it in a specialized trading card box. Although somewhat more expensive, there are also protective card binders that protect your cards while still allowing you to show them off to others without risking damage.
What are the best collectible trading cards to buy?
Top collectible trading cards
Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021
What you need to know: Magic is one of the best known and popular trading card games. This particular set is especially well-loved by competitive players due to its variety of design and game play.
What you’ll love: The Magic community continues to grow together and create fun memories and moments. From casting spells, using artifacts, to summoning creatures as depicted on individual cards drawn from their decks, there’s loads of fun to be had with this collection. These cards also boast mind-blowing illustrations that just about any age group can appreciate.
What you should consider: These cards tend to come in random packs, often leaving collectors with an abundance of duplicate cards.
Where to buy: Amazon
Top collectible trading cards for the money
Pokemon Sun & Moon Trainer Kit
What you need to know: Pokémon is a revolutionary game that remains a firm favorite among all ages, with new and exciting characters continuously emerging to keep players intrigued, and this affordable starter kit is a top choice for beginners.
What you’ll love: While it’s certainly fun and highly entertaining, this trading card game also improves organizational and mathematical skills. This set includes all the basics you need to get started, making it a great pick for those who are just starting out.
What you should consider: The game play is rather straightforward and simple, which could be a deal breaker for more advanced players.
Where to buy: Amazon
Worth checking out
Yu-Gi-Oh! Legendary Hero Decks
What you need to know: For fans of the “Yu-Gi-Oh!” franchise, this set can be an excellent expansion pack, offering a large and varied number of cards at a budget-friendly price.
What you’ll love: Yu-Gi-Oh!’s seemingly childish mechanics have made it a much simpler game to understand and enjoy for casual players. This set contains three separate decks with different card collections, opening up more opportunities to engage in a wider variety of gaming strategies.
What you should consider: This set contains only three decks, making it a better option for those who’ve already started their collection.
Where to buy: Amazon
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Photos of the next member in Toyota’s new BZ family of electric vehicles have surfaced on the website of China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
The next member is a compact sedan called the BZ3, and it’s one of the 30 EVs spanning the Toyota and Lexus brands that were previewed last December in concept form. The concept previewing the BZ3 was called the BZ SDN.
The photos, which have been reposted by Autohome, show a handsome design clearly influenced by the 2023 BZ4X compact crossover, the first member of the BZ family. Like the BZ4X, the BZ3 features a visor-like front end and character lines that appear to be formed by geometric shapes.
The interior hasn’t been shown but is expected to match the BZ4X interior, meaning a digital instrument cluster and wide, landscape-oriented infotainment screen. A yoke-style steering wheel may also be offered as an alternative to the traditional steering wheel in China, as is the case with the BZ4X.
Information posted with the photos point to the BZ3 measuring approximately 186 inches in length, or a bit over an inch longer than a Tesla Model 3, and having a top speed of approximately 100 mph. Drive will come from a single electric motor at the rear axle, rated at either 181 or 240 hp. Specs for other markets will likely differ.
The platform is Toyota’s e-TNGA design, which features in the BZ4X and related Subaru Solterra and Lexus RZ models. The platform is Toyota’s first dedicated to EVs.
The BZ3 is due on sale in China in 2023. Availability in other markets is yet to be announced but if approved for U.S. sale, the BZ3 might arrive as a 2024 model.
Expect several more BZ models to be revealed in the near future. Toyota plans to have 15 zero-emission vehicles in its lineup by 2025, of which seven are confirmed to be members of the BZ family.
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CALGARY, AB, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Sundial Growers Inc. (Nasdaq: SNDL) ("Sundial" or the "Company") would like to remind shareholders that its upcoming Annual and Special Meeting of shareholders (the "Meeting") will be held on July 21, 2022, at 1 p.m. MDT (3 p.m. EDT).
In order to permit shareholders the maximum opportunity to have their vote represented at the Meeting, the deadline for the submission of proxies (the "Proxy") or revocations of a previously submitted Proxy will be extended to 12 p.m. MDT on July 21, 2022. Shareholders are encouraged to vote as soon as possible by Proxy in advance of the Meeting by one of the methods described in the form of Proxy and management information circular (the "Circular"). Additional instructions may be found in Sundial's Proxy and Circular on www.sndlgroup.com in the Investor section and on SEDAR and EDGAR.
Based on the current status of votes cast, all resolutions have supermajority support from shareholders, but a quorum has not yet been reached. If a quorum is not reached, Sundial must adjourn the meeting after setting the date and time for a second meeting. If a quorum is not present at the adjourned meeting, the shareholders in attendance at the adjourned meeting shall constitute a quorum. This delay will result in additional, otherwise unnecessary, expenses.
"It is common for companies with large retail investor ownership to experience low voter turnout, but this doesn't need to be absolute," said Zach George, Chief Executive Officer of Sundial. "We thank those who have exercised their shareholder rights and encourage the balance of our shareholders to actively participate in the Company's governance by voting their shares."
All shareholders will have the opportunity to participate in the Meeting online. Only registered shareholders and duly appointed proxyholders can vote in real-time at the Meeting. Shareholders who hold their common shares with a bank, broker, or other financial intermediary and wish to vote at the Meeting must carefully follow the instructions provided by their intermediary.
To participate online, please use the following information:
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Sundial is a public company whose shares are traded on Nasdaq under the symbol "SNDL." Its business is operated and reported in four segments: Cannabis Production and Cultivation, Cannabis Retail, Liquor Retail, and Investments.
Sundial is the largest private sector cannabis and liquor retailer in Canada. The Company's retail banners include Spiritleaf, Value Buds, Wine and Beyond, Liquor Depot, and Ace Liquor. As a licensed producer that crafts small-batch cannabis using state-of-the-art indoor facilities, Sundial's 'craft-at-scale' modular growing approach, award-winning genetics, and experienced growers set us apart. Sundial's brand portfolio includes Top Leaf, Sundial Cannabis, Palmetto, Spiritleaf Selects, and Grasslands. Sundial's investment portfolio seeks to deploy strategic capital through direct and indirect investments and partnerships throughout the global cannabis industry.
For more information on Sundial, please go to www.sndlgroup.com.
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A Multidisciplinary Environmental Performance Created and Directed by Sibylle Szaggars Redford, in Collaboration with Music Composer Tim Janis and Performance Film Artist Floyd Thomas McBee
Special narration and Spoken Word by Robert Redford
Saturday, October 22, 2022 – Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas, Texas
DALLAS, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EarthX and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra today announced the U.S. Premiere of The Way of the Rain – Hope for Earth. This multidisciplinary environmental performance is a creation for orchestra, chorus, film, art, and spoken word and will be presented at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas, Texas, at 7pm on Saturday, October 22, 2022. The performance interprets nature's powerful beauty while calling attention to the Earth's vulnerability brought on by climate change. This performance, created and directed by Sibylle Szaggars Redford, is in collaboration with Music Composer Tim Janis, Performance Film Artist Floyd Thomas McBee, with a special narration – Spoken Word by Robert Redford. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra will be conducted by Julien Benichou. VIP Experience packages are available at $1,000 and $2,500. Tickets for the event are $45-$250 and will go on sale at 4:00PM Eastern/3:00PM Central time. Details are available at dallassymphony.org.
The Way of the Rain – Hope for Earth originally slated for the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day at Earthx2020 at Music Hall, Fair Park was delayed due to pandemic-related concerns. EarthX Founder Trammell S. Crow said, "We were struck by the beauty of Sibylle Szaggars Redford's powerful piece and knew that we had to include this in our 50th Celebration of Earth Day Week festivities. After more than two years we are thrilled to be hosting this special evening in Dallas with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra."
"I knew that the Dallas Symphony needed to be part of this project from the moment that Trammell approached me," said Kim Noltemy, Ross Perot President & CEO of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. "The marrying of all these disciplines to tell the story of our Earth resonated with me, and I know it will resonate with audiences."
"We are honored The Way of the Rain - Hope for Earth will finally be presented to Dallas," said Sibylle Szaggars Redford, Founder, President & Artistic Director of The Way of the Rain – Hope for Earth. "The future of Earth and our well-being lies in our hands, only together - like raindrops - will we be able to nourish the river of life! Let's raise our voices together in these crucial times for Earth - the Mother of All!"
The Way of the Rain - Hope for Earth tells the artistic story about the formation of the Universe, the evolution of all galaxies, and eventually the birth of our unique and beautiful Planet Earth with all its elements.
The Way of the Rain – Hope for Earth tickets are on sale now at dallassymphony.org. Patrons may purchase a special VIP package that includes cocktails and a post-dinner reception with the Redfords and The Way of The Rain team.
Performance Film: Mother Earth
Storyline and Direction: Sibylle Szaggars Redford
Content Research and Film Editing: Floyd Thomas McBee
Music composed by: Tim Janis
Spoken Word: Written by Robert Redford and Sibylle Szaggars Redford - with narration by Robert Redford
Produced by: EarthX, EarthxFilm, M3 Films LLC & Michael Cain
EarthX convenes the world's largest green gathering that includes an expo, conferences, film festival, and television network and is a member of IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature. Founded in 2011 as Earth Day Dallas by environmentalist and businessman Trammell S. Crow, the Texas-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization promotes environmental awareness and impact through conscious business, nonpartisan collaboration and community-driven sustainable solutions. In 2019, the April event drew over 177,000 attendees, 2,000 environmental leaders, and 750+ exhibitors. In 2020, the April virtual event drew over 570,000 live-stream views and reached 171 countries. EarthxFilm aims to bring awareness of the environmental crisis in order to create sincere action on both an individual and communal scale and to inspire local and global change on how we as humans affect our home planet and our fellow beings. EarthxTV is now available as an OTT platform on streaming TV services, mobile devices, and tablets for balanced, inclusive environmental conversations, programs, emerging media & films. Visit www.EarthX.org or follow us @earthxorg on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
The Way of the Rain – Hope for Earth was inspired by the annual monsoon rains that sustain life on the fragile landscape of the high - desert plateaus of the Southwest. This live multidisciplinary performance invites the audience to remember their physical and spiritual connection to our planet's beauty and plight through paintings, music, dance, film, light, and spoken word. Conceived by environmental artist Sibylle Szaggars Redford to explore the issue of climate change resulting in rapidly changing weather patterns, Szaggars Redford collaborates with world-renowned artists to create a piece that illustrates crucial environmental dilemmas through performance art. For more information about The Way of the Rain, Inc. 501(c)(3) please visit: http://thewayoftherain.org and https://www.facebook.com/thewayoftherain/
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra, under the leadership of Music Director Fabio Luisi, presents world-class orchestral music at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, one of the world's top-rated concert halls. As the largest performing arts organization in the Southwest, the DSO is committed to inspiring the broadest possible audience with distinctive classical programs, inventive pops concerts and innovative multi-media presentations. In fulfilling its commitment to the community, the orchestra reaches more than 243,000 adults and children annually through performances, educational programs and community outreach initiatives. The DSO's involvement with the City of Dallas and the surrounding region includes an award-winning multi-faceted educational program, community projects, popular parks concerts and youth programming.
During the pandemic, the Dallas Symphony was the first major U.S. orchestra to present socially distanced concerts with live audiences during the 2020/21 Season. Furthermore, the orchestra has offered more than 200 outdoor chamber concerts in neighborhoods throughout the
Metroplex since the summer. The DSO continued online music lessons to more than 300 students as part of its Young Strings and Kim Noltemy Young Musicians programs and increased its online dissemination of concerts through its website and on social media.
The DSO has a tradition dating back to 1900 and is a cornerstone of the unique, 118-acre Arts District in Downtown Dallas that is home to multiple performing arts venues, museums and parks – the largest district of its kind in the nation. The DSO is supported, in part, by funds from
the Office of Arts & Culture, City of Dallas.
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(KTLA) – Americans widely believe tipping is an effective tool for incentivizing and rewarding good service. But that’s not always the case.
Researchers have found that 85% of Americans admit they’re just following the social norm when they leave a tip. That is, they’ll tip regardless of service quality – because everyone else does.
“Ultimately, social approval’s the main reason we tip,” says Mike Lynn, a professor of consumer behavior and marketing at Cornell University.
Can we fix this? That is, can we do away with tipping and instead pay restaurant servers and others a living wage?
Easier said than done.
“Any restaurant of any price tier that replaces tipping with service charges, their online ratings go down,” says Lynn.
“People view service charges as mandatory tips, and we don’t like to be told that we have to do something.”
Online ratings similarly plunge when no-tipping restaurants raise menu prices by 15% or 20% to give workers a living wage.
“It turns out that when customers evaluate restaurants’ expensiveness, they’re pretty much looking at menu prices, and that’s it,” Lynn says. “We dismiss, or discount somehow, the fact that you’re expected to tip.”
Another problem: Restaurants can’t band together to do away with tipping. That would be price collusion, and that’s illegal.
Polls show most Americans like the tipping system – for personal reasons if no other.
“People, they already have it set in their mind,” says Rene Colorado, assistant manager of Morrison restaurant in Atwater Village.
“But at the end of the day, a tip is always optional, and it always comes out of people’s hearts.”
Actually, no. It comes from the fact that we’ve always tipped, so we continue doing so.
Don’t expect that to change any time soon. | https://cw33.com/news/national/nexstar-media-wire/can-we-get-rid-of-tipping-whats-the-alternative/ | 2022-05-15T14:14:12Z |
NEW YORK, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) pursuant to or traceable to Rivian's Initial Public Offering ("IPO") on November 10, 2021 of the important May 6, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Rivian securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Rivian class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3880 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 6, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, the IPO offering documents were materially inaccurate, misleading, and/or incomplete because they failed to disclose, among other things, that the R1T electric pickup truck and the R1S electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) were underpriced to such a degree that Rivian would have to raise prices shortly after the IPO and that these price increases would tarnish Rivian's reputation as a trustworthy and transparent company and would put a significant number of the existing backlog of 55,400 preorders along with future preorders in jeopardy of cancellation.
To join the Rivian class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3880 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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One person died and three firefighters were wounded after a brush fire approached a structure containing commercial-grade fireworks in North Carolina.
Firefighters arrived and attempted to extinguish the large fire when an explosion occurred Friday, Lenoir County Emergency Services said in a press release.
A civilian who was fighting the blaze before firefighters arrived was fatally injured and pronounced dead at the scene, the release said.
The dead man was identified as a Randy Herring, the owner of the property in La Grange where the fire took place, Lenoir County Emergency Services said on Facebook.
Three La Grange Volunteer Fire Department Firefighters were injured in the explosion and taken to hospitals for treatment, the release said. Two of the firefighters were released, and the third was taken to a burn center.
Fire departments worked through the evening to contain the fire and "fully extinguish hot spots," Lenoir County Emergency Services said Saturday.
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Exxon Valdez Capt. Joseph Hazelwood dies at 75
Published: Sep. 12, 2022 at 2:13 PM CDT|Updated: 23 minutes ago
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Joseph Hazelwood, the captain of the Exxon Valdez that grounded on Alaska’s Bligh Reef in 1989, causing one of the nation’s worst oil spills, has died.
A nephew, Sam Hazelwood, confirmed to The New York Times that Joseph Hazelwood died at age 75 in July after struggling with COVID-19 and cancer.
Hazelwood was accused of drinking before the ship left Valdez, Alaska, but witnesses at his trial disputed that he was drunk.
He handed control of the ship off to a third mate and was below deck when the tanker grounded.
He was the lone person criminally charged but was only convicted of a misdemeanor.
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A disruptive and urgent approach being introduced to the French legislature, this 'pret-a-voter' or vote-ready initiative uses the large untapped market of existing climate technologies as a starting point for guiding and changing regulation and legislation in France.
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Solar Impulse Foundation, led by Swiss explorer and cleantech pioneer Bertrand Piccard, today launched an urgent initiative aimed at using existing climate technologies as a starting point to guide modernization of regulation in the French Parliament. Updated legislation and regulations can improve the environment by catalyzing greater adoption of climate solutions while benefiting the economy. The disruptive "Prêt-à-voter" or "Vote-ready" initiative has pulled in the support of some of France's largest ad agencies and ad management companies.
The campaign is based on the idea that climate change is so urgent a problem that it demands immediate regulatory change. A successful ecological transition is now less dependent on new technology solutions than on creating conditions for deployment of existing solutions.
Relying on its network of experts and partners, the foundation has selected 50 French solutions from its portfolio of 1400-plus vetted and profitable climate solutions and has built the technology benefits into a book of 50 legislative recommendations crafted for newly elected assembly members – as well as sitting senators in the upper chamber – to modernize current regulations. These "vote-ready" proposals include much of the necessary legislative homework to make it easier for new National Assembly members, regardless of party affiliation, to bring it to the floor for discussion and voting.
By bringing existing innovation directly to the legislative and regulatory arena, the Foundation seeks to shortcut a longer process and help lawmakers "pull" into the market essential cleantech and energy efficiency technology that can protect the environment, reduce waste and improve consumer purchasing power.
"We have a wealth of innovative climate solutions that can also be profitable, so it makes sense to update our laws to help facilitate greater market adoption," said Bertrand Piccard, president and founder of the Solar Impulse Foundation. "With climate change, our laws must change."
The initiative will be rolled out in a large-scale marketing campaign lasting until September, using the taglines "All we need is 577 readers for this book to be successful" and "With climate change, the laws must change." The effort was made possible by major advertising players Publicis, JC Decaux and Mediatransports, who supported the campaign with creative resources and by making available billboard space throughout France.
"The Foundation wishes to accelerate the transition, and selected large and small innovations to do so," said Agathe Bousquet, President of the Publicis France Group. "We looked for a campaign to reflect this that is pragmatic and sincere, and that challenges politicians by concretely reminding them ultimately of their responsibility and their power to act."
"We are happy to help bring this initiative of the Solar Impulse Foundation to the public eye," said Jean-Michel Geffroy, General Manager Territories & Institutions at JCDecaux. "Legislative and regulatory language, as shown by the France 2030 plan or the law on Climate & Resilience, is decisive for turning public and private procurement into an accelerator for the ecological transition, decarbonization of the economy, creation of employment and urban planning."
The Solar Impulse Foundation is a non-profit organization founded by explorer and cleantech pioneer Bertrand Piccard. Following the success of the first round-the-world trip in a solar-powered plane, its mission is to accelerate the adoption of solutions capable of protecting the environment in an economically profitable way. It thus reflects the unifying and realistic approach of its founder around 'Qualitative Growth'. Demonstrating that it is possible to meet ecological challenges without undermining economic development, the Foundation achieved, in April 2021, its first objective of identifying and labeling 1000 'Efficient Solutions,' assessed as clean and profitable by independent experts. While continuing to increase its portfolio of solutions, Bertrand Piccard and the Foundation are seeking to facilitate the emergence of these technologies on the market through advocacy in favor of modernizing the legislative framework and by publishing guides to support political and business decision-makers in their ecological transition.
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The delegation arrived at Israel at the invitation of Israeli Ambassador to the UN, Gilad Erdan
Israeli Start-up companies gave innovation demos of their technologies emphasising water and climate tech solutions addressing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals
TEL AVIV, Israel, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A delegation of ambassadors to the UN from 11 countries concluded their 5-day visit to Israel on Tuesday with a professional review of Israeli innovation technology focusing on climate and sustainability solutions by Start-Up Nation Central, a non-profit that promotes the Israeli innovation ecosystem around the world.
The high-level diplomats visited the non-profit organization's headquarters in Tel Aviv to learn about the strengths of the Israeli innovation ecosystem and how it is addressing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations.
The delegation that included ambassadors to the United Nations from Benin, Burundi, Czech Republic, El Salvador, Estonia, Kazakhstan, Malawi, Panama, Poland, United Republic of Tanzania, and Uzbekistan participated in a tour hosted by Israel's Ambassador to the UN Gilad Erdan.
Israel's Ambassador to the UN Gilad Erdan: "One of my main goals at the United Nations has been to illustrate how Israeli innovation is helping people all over the world. After spending a week in Israel, the ambassadors were able to see the innovative spirit that is infused throughout the people. Bringing the delegation of ambassadors to Start-Up Nation Central was the perfect way to cap off this trip and I am confident that they will be strong advocates of partnering with Israeli companies in the future, both at the UN and in their home countries".
Start-Up Nation Central's CEO, Avi Hasson: "In Israel today, there are over 1,100 companies that offer diverse technological solutions to support global sustainable development in both societal and environmental arenas. While Israeli entrepreneurs continue to build on their achievements in water management, AgriFood-tech, and solar energy to tackle global climate challenges, the world is working to achieve the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and decisionmakers from around the world are increasingly looking at Israel's innovation ecosystem for solutions to address global challenges and to meet these ambitious targets, including affordable and clean energy, sustainable cities, and climate action".
During their visit to Start-Up Nation Central, the diplomats received an in-depth review of the Israeli technological innovation ecosystem by Start-Up Nation Central's CEO, Avi Hasson and viewed innovation demos by Israeli startup companies who showcased their technologies, emphasizing water and climate tech solutions towards achieving the UN's SDGs.
The world-renown Israeli company which develops clean and safe drinking water from the air – WaterGen gave a live presentation of its technology to the delegation.
Among the additional Israeli Startups that presented were:
- The Sustainable Group –develops a zero-carbon, circular self-sustained infrastructure for resilient and climate-ready cities.
- SG Tech- specializes in zero-carbon sustainable farming, with a focus on providing a complete and sustainable solution for the livestock industry.
- vBact– develops and manufactures automated real-time systems for the detection and enumeration of bacteria and foreign microparticles in water.
- Biotic- created an environmentally friendly process for producing PHA polymer, which can be used as a fully biodegradable replacement for plastic.
- Senecio Robotics –builds solutions to automate the production and release of billions of sterile, non-biting male mosquitoes to suppress diseases such as malaria, dengue, Zika, and others.
- Eco Wave Power- developed a patented, smart, and cost-efficient technology for turning ocean and sea waves into clean electricity.
Start-Up Nation Central is a non-profit organization that connects Israeli innovation to the world in order to help international entities solve global challenges. Immersed in the Israeli technology ecosystem, we provide a platform that nurtures business growth and generates partnerships with corporations, governments, investors, and NGOs to strengthen Israel's economy and society.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The heads of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank warned Wednesday that rising interest rates are squeezing the world’s poorest countries as they struggle with the coronavirus and soaring food prices.
There is “a huge buildup of debt, especially in the poorest countries,” World Bank President David Malpass said in a press conference. “As interest rates rise, the debt pressures are mounting on developing countries, and we need to move urgently towards solutions.‘’
Malpass said the “debt crisis” is a topic of extensive discussion’ at this week’s Spring meetings of the World Bank and IMF, already dominated by other daunting issues including the war in Ukraine, the coronavirus pandemic and a slowing global economy.
IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva told reporters Wednesday that 60% of low-income countries were in or near “debt distress” — an alarming threshold reached when their debt payments equal half the size of their national economies. Countries that strain to pay their creditors will also struggle to help their poorest citizens at a time when the Ukraine war is disrupting food shipments and pushing food prices higher.
Countries around the world piled on debt to shield their economies from the ravages of the coronavirus pandemic and the lockdowns meant to contain it. The IMF forecasts that government debts in low-income countries will surpass 50% of gross domestic product — the broadest measure of economic output — this year, up from less than 44% in the pre-pandemic year 2019.
Globally, the massive economic assistance has worked, fueling an unexpectedly quick recovery from 2020’s pandemic recession.
But the rebound caught businesses by surprise. They scrambled to meet surging customer demand, which overwhelmed factories, ports and freight yards. Deliveries slowed and prices rose. The IMF now forecasts that consumer prices will jump 8.7% this year in emerging-market and developing countries and 5.7% in advanced economies, most since 1984.
In response, the world’s central banks — led by America’s Federal Reserve — are raising interest rates to combat rising prices. Higher rates will increase the debt burden — most painfully in the world’s poorest countries.
As they climb, U.S. rates are also likely to lure investment out of poor countries and to the United States, pushing down the currencies of developing countries and forcing them to pay more for food and other imported goods.
Georgieva counseled central banks to move carefully, explain what they’re doing to avoid overreactions in financial markets and stay “mindful of the spillover risks to vulnerable emerging and developing economies.”
She and Malpass also urged a coordinated global effort to help countries struggling with their debts. Similar efforts, which were started when COVID-19 hit two years ago, have since sputtered “and must be improved in time to provide meaningful relief to countries that need it,” Marcello Estevão, the World Bank’s global director of macroeconomics, trade and investment, wrote last month in a blog post.
The trouble has already started. Sri Lanka last week said it was suspending its repayment of foreign debt, pending the completion of a loan restructuring program with the IMF to deal with the island nation’s worst economic crisis in decades.
Estevão said that up to a dozen developing countries may be unable to meet debt payments over the next year. That’s nothing like the emerging market debt crises of the 1980s and 1990s, he wrote, but “would still be significant — the largest spate of debt crises in developing economies in a generation.” | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/imf-world-bank-chiefs-warn-of-debt-squeeze-in-poor-nations/ | 2022-04-21T04:12:26Z |
WASHINGTON, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.
Hisense USA Recalls Bottom Freezer, French Door Refrigerators Due to Impact Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Hisense-USA-Recalls-Bottom-Freezer-French-Door-Refrigerators-Due-to-Impact-Injury-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Lowes
Intimidator Recalls Intimidator and Mahindra Utility Vehicles (UTVs) Due to Crash Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Intimidator-Recalls-Intimidator-and-Mahindra-Utility-Vehicles-UTVs-Due-to-Crash-Hazard
Nautilus Recalls Treadmills Due to Fall Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Nautilus-Recalls-Treadmills-Due-to-Fall-Hazard
Spirit Halloween Recalls Black Light Fixtures Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Spirit-Halloween-Recalls-Black-Light-Fixtures-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
Brompton Bicycle Recalls Foldable Electric Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Brompton-Bicycle-Recalls-Foldable-Electric-Bicycles-Due-to-Crash-and-Injury-Hazards
The Manhattan Toy Company Recalls Activity Loops Toys for Infants Due to Choking Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/The-Manhattan-Toy-Company-Recalls-Activity-Loops-Toys-for-Infants-Due-to-Choking-Hazard
About the U.S. CPSC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC.
For lifesaving information:
- Visit CPSC.gov.
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The Groundbreaking Spirits Brand Invites Fans, Spirits Connoisseurs & Industry Veterans to Get Involved in the Next Chapter of the Hercules Mulligan Story
NEW YORK, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hercules Mulligan Rum & Rye is one of the fastest growing ready-to-drink ("RTD") products in the marketplace, fueled by its first, incredibly quick and successful three-week $750,000 crowdfunding round that was spearheaded by Flaviar, one of the world's largest and most engaged online spirits-loving communities. As Hercules Mulligan continues unprecedented growth in the $4.4 billion RTD industry, the brand today announces the launch of a second crowdfunding campaign of $1.5 million on June 8, 2022, inviting fans of the brand, the Flaviar community, other spirits fans and industry veterans to bring this beloved bottled Irish-American Old Fashioned into its next chapter with a historic, collaborative, democratic approach to brand building.
Hercules Mulligan Rum & Rye was inspired by the man himself – the tailor, Irish immigrant, spy, and hero of the American Revolution. It is a 50:50 blend of Caribbean aged rum and home-grown American rye whiskey inspired by the revolutionary era. Fresh, organic, ginger root is macerated in the rum and rye blend, and a splash of bitters is added, ensuring this liberating libation can be enjoyed on the rocks as a ready-made Old Fashioned in addition to being mixed into a variety of cocktails.
"We launched this brand just over two years ago in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic with a small but mighty team and just 2,000 coveted bottles" said Hercules Mulligan co-founder and spirits industry veteran Steve Luttmann. "Since then, we have grown an incredible community of existing investors and partners with corporate experience and a history of building and selling internationally recognized brands. Flaviar, as one of our inception partners, has additionally been an invaluable asset, not only for its involved community, but as our brand incubator. This unparalleled team, along with all of our investors, will strive to build Hercules Mulligan into a global brand in a new way and outsmart and outrun our competitors, all with the help of our winning community, that has grown exponentially and has continued to be an unparalleled and highly engaged group of investors through Discord."
Since its inception in 2019, Hercules Mulligan has quickly become one of the best-selling new brands in the RTD market with one of the highest repurchase rates on Flaviar (18 percent) while also growing its direct-to-consumer offering by 107 percent and launching in more than 300 liquor stores and bars across New York State, proving the brand's track record of sustainable growth.
Luttmann added, "Our vision is to create an authentic and iconic spirits brand and a community that will become a staple in the industry. We are perfectly positioned in the cross-section of Rye Whiskey, Rum, and RTDs. With the growing popularity of these categories, Hercules Mulligan has found an ever-expanding audience and we are excited to leverage our loyal customer base to fuel even greater growth, including scaling into additional states across the US and launching new expressions."
As part of its crowdfunding launch, Hercules Mulligan will introduce a new limited-edition expression – an Eyr & Rye, a blend of Irish Whiskey and American Rye Whiskey with Maraschino Cherry Bitters – an exclusive product release that will be available for a limited time only.
"At Flaviar, we strive to show our customers how a spirits brand of the future is built and, with crowdfunding campaigns such as this one, how great it is to be part of one," said Grisa Soba, Founder at Flaviar. "As an ambitious spirits club and incubator, we can rely on our own data, users, and distribution system to build a world-scale brand like Hercules Mulligan while also offering full transparency to our investors."
Through this crowdfund, Hercules Mulligan will raise $1.5 million at a $15 million pre-money valuation in order to continue its expansion into new markets and develop new skews under its brand name. Crowdfunding will take place via StartEngine, which gives all spirits fans an equal opportunity to own a piece of liquid history.
For more information visit www.herculesmulligancompany.com/crowdfunding.
Named for the – until recently – little-known tailor, spy, and hero of the American Revolution who changed history and secured freedom for all, Hercules Mulligan is based on a unique recipe from the period. It's what Mulligan, the man, stood for, and it's what this Rum & Rye blend embodies: a spirit of independence.
Launched on November 25, 2019, the anniversary of Evacuation Day, this historical recipe is simple in its nature - Rum, Rye Whiskey, fresh Ginger & Bitters - yet utterly complex and delightful; a unique composition which tickles the nose and loosens the lips.
Quality is etched in Hercules Mulligan's DNA, as it uses real, honest, actual natural ingredients, none of this WONF [with other natural flavors] tomfoolery. It's a true craft cocktail in a bottle – picking up awards and rave reviews for how it delivers an Old Fashioned with ease. The best way to savor its flavors is sipping it on the rocks. Simplicity for the win.
AWARDS: Double Gold Medal in San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2021
The Flaviar Club is the world's largest premium spirits club that provides a unique, at-home guided tasting experience for consumers. Club membership includes tasting boxes, curated full size bottles, access to rare and custom spirits, educational content from the industry's most notable figures, free tickets & VIP treatment at spirits events, and much more. For more information, visit Flaviar.com.
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After Supreme Court ruling, it’s open season on US gun laws
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court ruling expanding gun rights threatens to upend firearms restrictions across the country as activists wage court battles over everything from bans on AR-15-style guns to age limits.
The decision handed down in June already has led one judge to temporarily block a Colorado town from enforcing a ban on the sale and possession of certain semi-automatic weapons.
The first major gun decision in more than a decade, the ruling could dramatically reshape gun laws in the U.S. even as a series of horrific mass shootings pushes the issue back into the headlines.
“The gun rights movement has been given a weapon of mass destruction, and it will annihilate approximately 75% of the gun laws eventually,” said Evan Nappen, a New Jersey gun rights attorney.
The court battles come as the Biden administration and police departments across the U.S. struggle to combat a surge in violent crime and mass shootings, including several high-profile killings carried out by suspects who purchased their guns legally.
And given the sheer number of cases now working through the courts, a lot more time will be spent in courtrooms no matter who wins.
“We will see a lot of tax dollars and government resources that should be used to stop gun crime being used to defend gun laws that are lifesaving and wildly popular,” said Jonathan Lowry, chief counsel and vice president at Brady, the gun control group.
Congress broke through years of deadlock to pass a modest gun violence prevention package weeks ago, and the House voted to renew a ban on high-powered semi-automatic weapons, though that effort is likely doomed in the Senate as Republicans push back on firearms restrictions and say recent spikes in gun violence should be met with a stepped-up police response.
The Supreme Court decision struck down a New York law requiring people to demonstrate a particular need to get a license to carry a concealed gun in public, saying it violates Second Amendment rights. Several other states including California, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Rhode Island have similar laws expected to be directly impacted by the ruling.
In Massachusetts, for example, police chiefs can no longer deny or impose restrictions on licenses just because the applicant doesn’t have a “good reason” to carry a gun. New York quickly passed a new concealed-weapon law, but Republicans there predict it will also end up being overturned.
In its New York ruling, the high court’s conservative majority also changed a test lower courts had used for evaluating challenges to gun laws.
Judges should no longer consider whether the law serves public interests like enhancing public safety, the opinion authored by Justice Clarence Thomas said. Instead, they should only weigh whether the law is “consistent with the Second Amendment’s text and historical understanding.”
“Basically, the Supreme Court has given an invitation for the gun lobby to file lawsuits against virtually every gun law in America,” Lowry said.
The Supreme Court has ordered lower courts to take another look at several other cases under the court’s new test. Among them: laws in California and New Jersey that limit the amount of ammunition a gun magazine can hold and a 2013 ban on “assault weapons” in Maryland.
Gun rights groups are also challenging similar bans in California, New York, New Jersey and Delaware.
“The rifles at issue in this case are the sorts of bearable arms in common use for lawful purposes that responsible and peaceable people across the United States possess by the millions. And they are, moreover, exactly what they would bring to service in militia duty, should such be necessary,” a New Jersey lawsuit brought in June by the Firearms Policy Coalition says, referencing the language of the Second Amendment.
The ruling also has come up in challenges to restrictions on gun possession for 18- to 20-year-olds in Texas and Pennsylvania. And it has been cited in a case challenging a federal ban on gun possession for people convicted of nonviolent crimes punishable by more than a year behind bars, as well as a prohibition on concealed guns on the subway in Washington, D.C.
In addition, a gun rights group is suing Colorado over the state’s 2013 ban on magazines that hold more than 15 rounds, saying the high court ruling reinforces the group’s argument that it infringes on Second Amendment rights. And the ruling has public defenders in New York City asking judges to drop gun possession cases.
Not all those lawsuits will necessarily be successful. The Texas attorney general, for example, argues the Supreme Court ruling doesn’t affect the state’s age limit law, and more state and local governments can certainly defend their gun laws as being in line with U.S. history.
Adam Skaggs, chief counsel and policy director at the Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence, predicted that when the dust settles, only laws “along the margins” will eventually be struck down.
“Most judges are going to see these for what they are, which is overreaching and lacking in any merit,” he said.
Backers of gun restrictions can also look to a concurring opinion from Justice Brett Kavanaugh.
Joined by Chief Justice John Roberts, Kavanaugh stressed that the Second Amendment does allow for a “variety” of gun regulations. He cited the use of background checks and mental health records as part of a licensing process to carry a gun and noted that states can forbid the carrying of firearms in “sensitive places” such as schools and government buildings.
But the Colorado decision handed down last month, while still early in the process, was a rosy sign for gun rights groups.
U.S. District Court Judge Raymond Moore, who was nominated by President Barack Obama, said he was sympathetic to the town’s goal of preventing mass shootings like the one that killed 10 people at a grocery store in nearby Boulder last year. But Moore said he didn’t know of “historical precedent” for a law banning “a type of weapon that is commonly used by law-abiding citizens for lawful purposes,” so the gun rights groups have a strong case against the ordinance.
Encouraged by that decision, Taylor D. Rhodes, the executive director of the Rocky Mountain Gun Owners, told The Associated Press that his group was considering going after other gun measures in Colorado, where Democrats hold the majority in the state legislature and the governor’s office.
Referring to the Supreme Court’s ruling, Rhodes said: “The Bruen decision gave us a 4-ton wrecking ball.”
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Richer reported from Boston.
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StarCompliance announces nominations for its inaugural Client Awards, recognizing their contributions in technical innovation, client-vendor collaboration, and cultural-influencing. Winners to be announced and formally recognized at Synergy '22 in Washington, DC this fall
ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- StarCompliance ("Star"), a leading provider of employee compliance technology solutions, today announced the nominees for its inaugural Client Awards program. Winners will be announced at the SaaS compliance platform company's fall conference, Synergy '22, to be held in Washington, DC: October 23, 24 & 25.
Star created the Client Awards program to recognize three important achievements in the field of regtech. The Star Innovator Award recognizes the exemplary use and implementation of innovative technologies or the establishment of new processes that have solved a business need or challenge in the last year, either by using the STAR Platform or otherwise. The Star Collaborator Award celebrates the organization that has given its time and resources over the last year to support and partner with Star to further the development and innovation of the STAR Platform. The Star Influencer Award recognizes the organization that has taken steps over the last year to weave compliance into its business culture: establishing itself as a business partner and influencing the organization's perception of compliance.
"Regulatory compliance is a complex and ever-evolving challenge for organizations. Our mission is to make it simple and easy," said Jennifer Sun, CEO of Star. "Part of that process is the tight collaboration we have with our clients. What this means is, as we innovate so do they. Collaboration between platform provider and platform user is a two-way street. We couldn't do what we do without the feedback and partnership from our customers. We wanted to formally recognize our clients' significant contributions to the field of regtech and regulatory compliance. Congratulations to all our nominees. We look forward to announcing the winners of these prestigious awards at Synergy '22 this fall."
Winners will be recognized on stage at Synergy '22, and Star will donate $1,000 to the charity of their choice. The nominees for the 2022 Star Client Awards are:
- AllianceBernstein
- Ariel Investments
- Bain Capital
- Capital One
- CIM
- Crestline Investment Management
- DraftKings
- Invesco
- Manulife
- NASDAQ
- State Street
- T. Rowe Price
StarCompliance is the world's leading provider of compliance technology solutions. Trusted globally by forward-thinking companies in 114 countries, Star's future-ready compliance platform delivers on-demand configurability, multi-jurisdictional integrity, and the actionable intelligence you need to monitor for conflicts, meet regulatory obligations, and reduce risk. Compliance no longer needs to be complex. Check out Star's intuitive, straightforward UX and give your employees the multi-layered protection they need to comply with confidence. www.starcompliance.com
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Revolut, which already uses the Vonage SMS API for customer authentication, will benefit from a fully-integrated experience and single source of customer support
HOLMDEL, N.J., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vonage (Nasdaq: VG), a global leader in cloud communications helping businesses accelerate their digital transformation, today announced that global financial super app Revolut has selected the Vonage Contact Center (VCC) for Salesforce solution to improve communications with customers.
The Vonage partnership will provide Revolut agents with the ability to route calls to one another to successfully deal with any customer issues and customize dashboards with real-time performance data and analytics.
In 2015, Revolut launched in the UK, offering money transfer and exchange. Today, more than 18 million customers around the world use dozens of Revolut's innovative products to make more than 150 million transactions per month.
Reggie Scales, Senior Vice President, Applications Group for Vonage, said, "We are pleased that Revolut has chosen Vonage to drive customer engagement and create the best possible experience from anywhere. With Vonage's Salesforce integration, the Revolut team has access to key customer data and insights, while benefiting from communications that are more meaningful, across any channel."
Matthew Acton Davis, Global Head of Sales at Revolut said, "We are delighted to bring Vonage's solutions to Revolut. Its flexible and scalable cloud communications solution will help us to provide a consistent and personalized customer experience."
Vonage's award-winning contact center solution integrates all communications channels without expensive, disruptive hardware changes and plugs straight into Salesforce, enhancing internal processes and increasing efficiency.
Revolut also uses the Vonage SMS API with two-factor authentication for secure global transactions. Vonage's scalability and reliability, coupled with its broad international SMS capabilities, help Revolut make sure its users are genuine and enable the company to support millions of new international users.
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Vonage, a global cloud communications leader, helps businesses accelerate their digital transformation. Vonage's Communications Platform is fully programmable and allows for the integration of Video, Voice, Chat, Messaging, AI and Verification into existing products, workflows and systems. Vonage's fully programmable unified communications and contact center applications are built from the Vonage platform and enable companies to transform how they communicate and operate from the office or remotely - providing the flexibility required to create meaningful engagements.
Vonage is headquartered in New Jersey, with offices throughout the United States, Europe, Israel and Asia. To follow Vonage on Twitter, please visit www.twitter.com/vonage. To become a fan on Facebook, go to facebook.com/vonage. To subscribe on YouTube, visit youtube.com/vonage.
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YORK, Pa., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditions Bancorp, Inc. (OTC Pink: TRBK) reported net income of $1.5 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022, compared to $1.5 million in the linked quarter and $2.0 million for the second quarter of 2021. This 22% decrease from the second quarter of 2021 was caused by a $1.3 million decline in mortgage banking gains on the sale of loans due to waning home inventories and intense inflation pressure on mortgage interest rates. Favorable offsets to the trend in residential mortgage gains include continued strength in commercial loan production, retention of higher-yielding adjustable rate residential mortgage loans, improved variable rate loan yields associated with the Federal Reserve Bank's recent short-term interest rate increases, and prudent management of loan funding costs. These factors resulted in a 16% increase in net interest income compared to the second quarter of 2021. On a per share basis, the company reported 54 cents earnings per share (diluted) for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022, compared to 52 cents per share in the linked quarter and 62 cents per share for the second quarter of 2021. Due to unrealized investment portfolio losses, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss was $9.7 million at quarter-end. It resulted in a book value per common share of $20.37 on June 30, 2022, versus $21.46 in the linked quarter and $22.08 for the second quarter of 2021.
"Traditions Bancorp continues to successfully navigate the headwinds of economic uncertainty and record inflation by focusing on its core strategies of generating superior business loan growth, optimizing balance sheet mix to take advantage of the recent increase in interest rates, prudently managing funding costs in a rising rate environment, and maintaining credit underwriting discipline," stated Eugene J. Draganosky, President and Chief Executive Officer. "In the second quarter of 2022, we improved our margin and net interest income through increased commercial loan activity, retention of mortgage loans at favorable yields, and proactive management of our deposit betas while supporting balance sheet growth. We continue to capitalize on opportunities in our Lancaster and Capital Region markets, strengthening our franchise value. These efforts, coupled with the ongoing execution of our stock repurchase program and the recent announcement of the company's intention to pay regular quarterly cash dividends, will continue to enhance our long-term shareholder value under challenging circumstances."
Quarterly Highlights – Second Quarter 2022 versus Second Quarter 2021
- Loans grew by $64.2 million, or 13%, over 2Q21, despite being tempered by Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness. Without the impact of PPP forgiveness, loans grew by $92.4 million, or 20%.
- As of June 30, 2022, PPP loan balances outstanding were $2.6 million. This included $0.3 million of remaining balances for first-round loans and $2.3 million of remaining balances for the second round.
- Deposits increased by $66.4 million, or 11%, during the last 12 months.
- Net interest margin expanded to 3.42% in 2Q22 compared to 3.22% in 2Q21, driven by the effective deployment of on-balance sheet liquidity, the Federal Reserve Bank's recent interest rate increases, and a reduction in the cost of funds from 0.33% to 0.15% over the same time horizon.
- Excess cash was deployed to purchase additional investment securities, with balances growing 31% to $135.0 million in 2Q22 versus $102.7 million in 2Q21.
- Gains on the sale of mortgages were $1.6 million for 2Q22, declining 45% from $2.9 million in 2Q21. Volumes remain depressed as market interest rates increased due to continued inflationary pressure and a significant decline in consumer homebuying sentiment, as measured by Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index.
- Residential mortgage loans sold in 2Q22 were $62.9 million compared to $55.2 million in the linked quarter and $109.2 million for 2Q21.
- The mortgage pipeline decreased to $53.3 million from $56.8 million in the linked quarter and decreased from $65.9 million on June 30, 2021.
- On April 19, 2022, the company announced its first quarterly regular cash dividend of eight cents per common share that was paid on May 13, 2022. Subsequently, a second-quarter eight cent per common share cash dividend was declared on July 21, 2022 and is payable on August 15, 2022 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 5, 2022.
- As part of its Share Repurchase Plan announced on March 24, 2022, the company has repurchased 51,817 shares during the second quarter.
YTD Highlights – Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 versus Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
- Net interest income increased $1.5 million, or 15%, driven by growth in loans and investment securities, the Federal Reserve Bank's recent interest rate increases, and a lower cost of funds.
- On a YTD basis through June, net fee revenue from PPP loans totaled $215 thousand versus $607 thousand in the second quarter of 2021. $76 thousand in gross fees have yet to be recognized.
- Other expense has increased 4% from $12.0 million in 2Q21 to $12.4 million in 2Q22. These expenses will continue to be managed closely for the remainder of 2022.
- Provision for loan losses decreased by $100 thousand, or 100%, from the prior year.
Credit Quality and Capital Insights:
- 2Q22 nonaccrual loans remained flat at $1.2 million compared to 1Q22.
- The company had no foreclosed other real estate owned, or net charge-offs, in the first half of the year.
- Non-performing assets to total assets fell slightly from 0.17% in the linked quarter to 0.16% in the current quarter.
- Delinquencies greater than 30 days were 0.39% of total loans as of June 30, 2022, up from 0.36% as of March 31, 2022.
- The loan loss reserve ratio on June 30, 2022, excluding the PPP portfolio, was 1.30%, and reserves were nearly six times greater than non-performing assets. The company will adopt CECL in 2023.
- The bank remains well capitalized.
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Growth strategy will bring fan-favorite, unique fare to new markets at an impressive rate
KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaiian Bros, the award-winning, fast-growing restaurant concept serving the island-inspired plate lunch, continues its rapid national expansion with the announcement of new chief financial officer Breck Templeton.
With an average unit volume of over $4.4 million in 2021, ranking Hawaiian Bros among the highest in the industry, the company plans to nearly double the number of stores this year.
"The consumer love and demand for our delicious plate lunches have ignited an exciting growth phase for Hawaiian Bros," said Scott Ford, president and co-CEO of Hawaiian Bros. "Breck Templeton brings expertise and a proven track record of leading significant expansion for fan-favorite brands. Breck's leadership and industry insight will bolster our company mission as we continue to bring the Hawaiian plate lunch to more areas of the country this year and beyond."
Armed with expertise in major growth at companies like Landry's and Rainforest Café, among others, Templeton brings big brand experience to the organization, much like the other industry veterans on board. He will be responsible for capital raising to facilitate the company's growth.
"Hawaiian Bros is one of the most exciting concepts to come into this industry," said Templeton. "When you combine great food and service with an operations model built for high volumes such as Hawaiian Bros, you have a great foundation. Adding a truly unique company culture that celebrates the Aloha Spirit and goes above and beyond to value each person in the organization, and a leadership team that drives this every day gives you a company with limitless potential. I am looking forward to contributing to this exciting success story."
Templeton will work closely with Lee Patterson, senior vice president of technology, who brings leadership experience from Buffalo Wild Wings, and John Nelson, senior vice president of strategic resource planning, whose decades of leadership at AMC Theatres allow him to ensure maximum efficiencies in the business amidst the growth.
This growth is a testament to the passionate fan base of the 'ohana, with many joining the company's two crowdfunding rounds on Republic, a private investment platform that provides both accredited and non-accredited investors access to highly vetted investment opportunities across a range of industries, to raise $4.2M. The company also recently secured a $25 million equity investment to fund growth plans.
With sales of $55 million in 2021, an increase of 169%, Hawaiian Bros landed on numerous fastest-growing lists, including recognition as a notable new entrant on the Technomic Top 500 list, the number 11 seat on the Inc. 5000 Regionals Midwest list and a top spot on QSR Magazine's 40/40 list.
Through these recent hires, the Hawaiian Bros organization continues to gain impressive, results-driven industry leadership and insight and is poised for continued growth and innovation.
For more information, visit www.hawaiianbros.com.
About Hawaiian Bros
At Hawaiian Bros, we're inspired every day to spread the Aloha Spirit. To show kindness and respect, and to treat everyone as 'ohana, like family, in everything we do. Founded on the principles of honor, inclusion and gratitude, we respect the dignity and self-worth of every team member and guest. We value our differences and celebrate our common ground. And we say "thank you" often, emphasizing the positives in our lives every day.
In February 2022, Hawaiian Bros earned the number seven spot on QSR Magazine's 40/40 List of America's Hottest Startup Fast Casuals, as the concept tripled its unit count in 2021 with plans to open 20 to 25 new locations in 2022. The company was also listed on the 2022 Technomic Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report and highlighted as a "Featured New Entrant." For more information, visit www.hawaiianbros.com.
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PropTech leader offers market insights and forecasts growth potential
LOS ANGELES and CAMARILLO, Calif., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rently, the leader in self-touring and smart home technology, will address smart home technology deployment in the rental housing market at the 2022 National Rental Housing Conference (NRHC) taking place in Washington, D.C. on May 23-25.
Founded in 2011, Rently is a proven proptech innovator serving the entire rental housing market by offering secure, self-touring solutions and cost-effective smart home technology. To date, Rently has completed more than 16 million self-guided tours and deployed smart home technology nationwide.
"Rently is excited to support the deployment of smart home technology to the rental housing market," said Rently CEO, Merrick Lackner. "For more than a decade, we have partnered with single family operators nationwide to enhance property management and create premier resident amenities. We are pleased to support NRHC's ongoing efforts to expand high quality rental living experiences and look forward to sharing our enthusiasm about smart home technology with the industry at NRHC 2022."
Merrick Lackner, Rently's CEO, will participate in a panel discussion entitled, "Prop Tech and Its Application & Implementation in Single Family Rental (SFR) and Build-to-Rent (BFR) Communities" (May 24 at 4:40pm). Andre Sanchez, Rently's COO will participate in a panel entitled, "Future of SFR and BTR: What Will We Be Talking About Next Year?" (May 25 at 10:45am).
For more information, visit https://conference.rentalhomecouncil.org/
About Rently
Rently is the leader in self-touring and smart home technology. We offer best-in-class proptech solutions for the rental housing industry. We combine top-tier hardware with an innovative software platform that allows real estate operators to optimize their leasing efficiency and expand revenue opportunities. rently.com
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Serving as a world-famous muse, Miami Beach continues to push the artistic envelope
through a variety of expression mediums
MIAMI BEACH, Fla., July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami Beach's history and connection to art, design and fashion is a storied one. Famously, world-renowned, Italian designer Giovanni Versace called South Beach home and his love for the destination, vibrancy of the culture and natural inspiration found in the surroundings were evident in his still-iconic fashionwear. Today, Miami Beach continues to serve up creative motivation, most recently during SWIM Week Miami 2022. This year's shows were a display of colorful culture, cutting edge design and a fusion of designs paying homage to the past while paving the way for the future of swimwear. Travelers looking for a creative spark during their travels can explore the many facets of Miami Beach that keep artists of all mediums coming back for more – from visiting local studios and creators to attending marquee events like Art Basel.
"Miami Beach is synonymous with art and design. Throughout the years, those with a creative appetite have spent extended time in the destination, fueling up on the natural beauty and embracing Miami Beach as a creative muse," says Steve Adkins, Chairman of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA). "Visitors and locals will find inspiration and access to experiences, exhibitions and storefronts that bring the essence of Miami Beach to life. Travelers will leave with a renewed sense of creativity and inspiration that will leave an everlasting impression."
One of the best ways to discover the local artist scene is a visit to Oolite Arts, one of Miami's largest support organizations for visual artists. Currently located on Lincoln Road, guests are invited to stop in and meet the resident artists and visiting talent, including the area's youth. Three marquee exhibitions will be available for viewing now through the end of the year including "At the Edge," "Lean-To," and "Unfolding the Space Between: Jennifer Printz." Looking for a bit of history and a stellar menu? Visit The Villa Casuarina, formerly known as the Versace Mansion. Tours are available and an exquisite dining experience at Gianni's allows the opportunity to dine poolside amongst the intricate and colorful outdoor terrace.
Spend an afternoon exploring the many shopping pockets including Lincoln Road and Sunset Harbor or take a short drive from Miami Beach to Coral Gables and visit Colombian designer Silvia Tcherassi's storefront. As the only location in North America, shoppers can expect to find bold accessories and artisanal handbags perfect for a day or night out. Pieces are approachable, starting just under $100. Visitors can also browse her specialty creations and order online from the comfort of their beach chair. Of course, if travelers find themselves in Miami Beach in early December, no experience is complete without exploring an event or two during Art Basel. This year, choose from a variety of pop-up shows, conversations and immersions. Insider tip, a number of hotels, including Faena, The Sagamore and W South Beach feature artist collections and host premiere events exclusive to hotel guests.
"We hope our guests find inspiration from the collection of artists and designers that continuously use Miami Beach as a beacon for ongoing creativity." adds Grisette Marcos, Executive Director of the MBVCA. "Travelers will find experiences, exhibitions and boutiques aplenty, providing opportunities for them to not only visit marquee locations or events while in town, but to also discover keepsakes that will remind them of their time with us well after the vacation is over."
For more information on Miami Beach's storied design history and ideas to inspire travelers to plan their next visit, download the free, award-winning Experience Miami Beach App. Follow @experiencemiamibeach on Instagram and Facebook for the most up-to-date details and insider recommendations.
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With 1.538 species registered, Colombia is once again the leader during Global Big Day, a world birdwatching challenge. The South American country keeps demonstrating why is the number one destination in bird diversity in the whole earth.
MIAMI, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A few days ago, took place the Global Big Day, an event organized by Cornell University's lab of Ornithology, which brought together the scientific and amateur birdwatching communities around the world, during the whole weekend of May 14th, to record the largest number of bird species they could find and register through the platform eBird. This year, around 48,000 people participated in the event, and managed to record a total of 7,600 bird species.
For the fifth time in the last few years, Colombia was the country that registered the highest number of species, surpassing countries such as Peru, Ecuador, Brazil and India, with a total of 1.538, which represents 20% of the total birds reported in the world. The largest number of species came from birdwatchers from the departments of Antioquia, Valle del Cauca, Caldas, Meta and Cundinamarca.
"Colombia has unparalleled natural biodiversity and a strong commitment to sustainability and meaningful travel that can be experienced in any of our Six Charming Regions. That's why we celebrate being the #1 country with the largest amount of bird species in the planet", said Flavia Santoro, president of ProColombia, the agency in charge of promoting tourism in Colombia. "We also pride ourselves on being the country with the largest number of butterflies in the world —registering more than 3,600—, which means that 20% of the species of butterflies in the planet live in Colombia".
"Each year, we welcome thousands of American, European, and Asian nature lovers and we are excited to encourage more travelers to visit us and experience a myriad of outdoor activities across our country, also known as the Most Welcoming Place on Earth!", Santoro added.
ProColombia is an advocate of nature tourism and birdwatching is one of the main products within the country's leisure offer; the agency works for the promotion of Colombia's birds' diversity with local and international organizations such as Swarovski Optik.
For more information about birdwatching in Colombia, please go to https://birds.colombia.travel/en
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Walmart, Kohl’s settle over ‘eco-friendly’ rayon products
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO
The Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart and Kohl’s are paying a combined $5.5 million in settlements after he Federal Trade Commission said the retailers falsely marketed dozens of sheets and other home textile products as made of environmentally friendly bamboo. In fact, the textiles were actually made of rayon. Kohl’s agreed to pay $2.5 million and Walmart will pay $3 million in the settlements, which stemmed from an FTC complaint that also included allegations of deceptive environmental claims. Rayon is a synthetic fiber that is made with plant cellulose, including bamboo, but the FTC noted the process “requires the use of toxic chemicals and results in hazardous pollutants.” Both companies said they take the labeling issue seriously. | https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national-business/2022/04/08/walmart-kohls-settle-over-eco-friendly-rayon-products/ | 2022-04-09T01:19:49Z |
NOVI, Mich., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) recognized ITC Holdings Corp., the largest independent electricity transmission company in the U.S., for its exemplary leadership in corporate conservation during the WHC Conservation Conference in Detroit on June 15. ITC received the 2022 WHC Gold Tier Program Award and WHC Forests Project Award for various projects at its corporate headquarters in Novi, Mich.
Encompassing 92 acres, ITC's corporate campus features a naturalized transmission corridor, diverse woodlands, open green space, wetlands, as well as a nature trail and a large pond. The campus is also home to a corridor demonstration and pollinator garden including native species, bluebird nesting boxes and bat roosting boxes. The grounds are maintained year-round under sustainable environmental principles utilizing native plantings, invasive species removal, wildlife trial cameras and annual flora and fauna surveys.
"Our work at ITC is focused on providing a greater grid for a greener future," said Mike McNulty, Environmental Manager at ITC. "That longstanding focus extends not only to our corporate campus, but is also evident throughout our entire footprint and how we build, operate and maintain our electric transmission systems. We're honored to be recognized by WHC."
With the addition of this year's WHC Awards, ITC now holds 14 WHC Conservation Certifications®. To date, ITC's certifications involve the restoration, creation, protection and enhancement of habitat and individual species management at sites across Michigan and Iowa. ITC has participated in the program since 2008.
ITC Holdings Corp. is the largest independent electricity transmission company in the United States. ITC provides transmission grid solutions to improve reliability, expand access to markets, allow new generating resources to interconnect to its systems and lower the overall cost of delivered energy. Through its regulated operating subsidiaries ITCTransmission, Michigan Electric Transmission Company, ITC Midwest and ITC Great Plains, ITC owns and operates high-voltage transmission infrastructure in Michigan, Iowa, Minnesota, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma, and in development in Wisconsin. These systems serve a combined peak load exceeding 26,000 megawatts along 16,000 circuit miles of transmission line, supported by 700 employees and 1,000 contractors. ITC is based in Novi, Michigan. For further information visit WWW.ITC-HOLDINGS.COM. ITC is a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., a leader in the North American regulated electric and gas utility industry. For further information visit WWW.FORTISINC.COM.
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SHANGHAI, June 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Shanghai Electric Wind Power Group Co., Ltd.'s (Shanghai Electric) first EW8.X-230 wind turbine generator rolled off the production line at the Putian manufacturing facility on June 10, representing a new milestone in China's offshore wind power parity market.
Based on the Poseidon platform, the EW8.X-230 is a generator designed for the medium-low wind speeds normally experienced just above the sea surface off the Chinese shoreline, as well as the different stresses placed on the equipment dependent on wind direction.
Despite the average low wind speeds, the generator provides a cost-effective solution for the utilization of wind as an energy resource to drive the development of wind farms and allow China to meet the targets of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality as we enter the era of offshore parity.
Incorporating Shanghai Electric's 10 years of experience with offshore platforms, the Poseidon platform is known for its advanced blade design, reliable paddle and yaw system, efficient and low energy consumption cooling system, as well as optimal electrical system. The company's proven production, transportation and maintenance solutions also provide a solid foundation for the reliability of the platform. With the highly integrated new-generation semi-direct drive chain technology from Shanghai Electric, the platform delivers a significant reduction in kilowatt-hour costs across the whole life cycle of wind farms.
The system uses 100-meter carbon fiber blades, leverages intelligent Sensor Roller technology and manages the digital design, production and O&M across the whole life cycle. With the company's latest LeapX control system, the EW8.X-230 reduces the operating load of the whole system while establishing an intelligent interconnection with Shanghai Electric's Fengyun system to continuously improve utilization rate and customer yield.
Based on an average annual wind speed of 7.5 meters per second, the system can generate 28 million kWh annually, meeting the annual electricity demand of 14,500 households while reducing coal consumption by nearly 10,000 tons and carbon dioxide emissions by 24,000 tons.
About Shanghai Electric
Shanghai Electric Group Company Limited (SEHK: 2727, SSE: 601727) is a large integrated equipment manufacturing group specialized in energy equipment, industrial equipment and integration services. It is committed to providing customers with solutions to technology integration and systems incorporating green, eco‐friendliness, intelligence and Internet. Its products include coal-fired power generation and corollary equipment, gas-fired power generation and nuclear power units, wind power equipment, energy storage equipment, elevators, large and medium-sized electric motors, intelligent manufacturing equipment, industrial internet, environmental protection and automation engineering and service, etc.
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CHONGQING, China, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from iChongqing:
On August 22nd, the Smart China Expo (SCE) 2022 Key Projects Signing Ceremony was successfully held online in Chongqing. A total of 70 business projects were signed with an RMB212.1 billion investment contract value.
Under the theme of SCE: "Smart Technology: Empowering Economy, Enriching Life", the signing ceremony saw Chongqing match with industrial leaders from home and abroad and signed a series of major cooperation projects focusing on key areas such as big data and smart technology. 54 projects with an investment contract value of more than RMB1 billion were landed, of which 80% were projects of strategic emerging industries. These projects will further expand Chongqing's smart technology industry and add new impetus to the building of a "Smart Manufacturing Powerhouse" and a "Renowned Smart City".
In the field of smart and internet-connected new energy vehicles, 18 projects, focusing on boosting the parts and components industry, have been signed with a contract investment value of RMB83.3 billion, improving and strengthening the industrial chain.
In the fields of software information and technological innovation, starting from industrial software, we advanced the tertiary industry by leveraging the advantages of the manufacturing sector, and signed 14 projects attracting a total contract investment of RMB33 billion from investors of well-known enterprises such as Kingdee, and Perfect World, contributing to the acceleration of industrial agglomeration.
In a bid to boost smart manufacturing of the electronics and equipment industries to enable more industry-leading enterprises to take the lead and promote upgrade in those industries, 13 projects were signed with a total contract investment value of RMB22.4 billion, including a 6-inch IGBT wafer production line, an 8-inch wafer fabrication method, and the Chongqing Institute of Carbon-based Integrated Circuits of Peking University.
A total of 6 projects worth RMB12.8 billion were signed to advance the biomedicine industry, including the R&D and industrialization of antibody-drug conjugate (ADC), demonstration base of innovation, and industrial application of boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT), nuclear medicine and health technology, and new micro-dose medical CBS-CT machine production line.
In addition, a group of projects was signed on new energy, new material, private equity, and other industries.
According to a person in charge of Chongqing Municipal Bureau of Investment Promotion and Facilitation, they will maintain a log management system to follow up with these projects and exercise special supervision and inspection over all projects signed in SCE 2022. They will ensure that the responsibilities for Districts/Counties (Economic Development Zones) and project owners are fulfilled. They will also strengthen the integration, coordination, service, and supervision of all investment promotion departments. All efforts are made to facilitate early implementation of these projects.
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New bill focuses on checks, balances in Legislative, Executive branches
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Senator Roger Marshall has helped to introduce legislation that would provide further checks and balances in the Legislative and Executive branches.
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) says he recently introduced a bill alongside Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Ark.) that would close loopholes in federal laws which he claims the Biden Administration has exploited. He said the current loopholes diminish the role of Congress in serving as a check against the power of the President.
Marshall said the Checks and Balances Act would amend the Congressional Review Act to ensure task forces are subject to a resolution of disapproval. Additionally, he said the bill would clarify that agency decisions on behalf of the President are also bound by a CRA.
“The Checks and Balances Act would be a significant measure to rein in the Biden Administration, which is imposing tyrannical dictates on the American people through unelected ‘task forces.’ I’m thankful to Senator Sullivan for leading on this legislation to enforce a degree of adherence by the Biden White House to the law and Constitution which it constantly dismisses,” Marshall said.
Marshall noted that the legislation stems from a recent decision by the Government Accountability Office that the COVID-19 vaccine mandate on federal contractors was not subject to a CRA resolution of disapproval due to the executive order direction at the “Safe Federal Workforce Task Force” and not a federal agency.
While a federal agency was involved in the finalization of the rule, the Senator said the GAO found the Office of Management and Budget acted on behalf of the President and not as a federal agency when it approved the mandate.
“Our country’s system of government, guided by the Constitution, was founded on the basic principle that no one branch of government should ever accumulate too much power. For this very reason, we have a system of checks and balances set up to prevent unilateral power grabs, such as the President’s unconstitutional vaccine mandates,” Sullivan said. “These mandates are not supported by the Constitution or statute and have negatively impacted our nation’s workforce—forcing contractors to fire employees who are responsible for some very important work. Congress has a duty to check the President’s power in this area, which is why today I am introducing legislation to close these loopholes and ensure no President can ever again abuse the limited authority granted them by the Constitution of the United States.”
In September 2021, Marshall said President Joe Biden announced a vaccine mandate on federal contractors. While other employee mandates had been subject to be overturned under the CRA, he said it was unclear if the federal contractor mandate qualified for a CRA resolution of disapproval.
In October 2021, Sullivan said he led a letter to President Biden which requested an end to the mandate for private employees and federal contractors. He said he later contacted the GAO to see if the CRA was applicable to the vaccine mandate for federal workers. He noted that the GAO said no for two reasons:
- The EO was directed to a task force and not to an agency.
- When OMB approved the recommendation made by the task force, they acted on behalf of the President and not as an agency.
Marshall said the new legislation would close both of those loopholes.
In 2020, Marshall also noted that Congress and former President Donald Trump worked in a bipartisan way to find an agreement to provide economic relief for American businesses as long as they kept their employees. He said the action taken by Biden’s administration undermined that effort.
Marshall said the CRA can be used by Congress to overturn certain regulations and actions through a joint resolution of disapproval. He said if a CRA joint resolution is approved by both houses of Congress and signed by the President - or if Congress successfully overrides a presidential veto - the rule at issue is invalidated.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Chicken sandwiches have taken the food world by storm as you see massive giants in the fast food industry beefing on Twitter with one another on who’s got the upper hand in the chicken sandwich battle.
Whether you are team Popeyes, Chick-fil-A, or another contender, we can all agree that we love chicken sandwiches and the competitiveness it brings alongside them. Love Food has put out a report of the best chicken sandwich in every US state and reading it made our mouths water almost uncontrollably.
The publication backs up restaurants and chefs around the country saying putting together the best chicken sandwich possible isn’t as easy as it may seem. “Whether it’s on a roll or in a sub, grilled or fried, hot or cold, a great chicken sandwich will always hit the spot and all of these deliver something special that customers absolutely love.”
The report says you can find the best chicken sandwich in Texas at The O.G., Tumble 22 in the city of Austin. “Come hungry because this Austin spot knows how to feed its diners well. Customers can’t get enough of the joint’s The O.G. chicken sandwich which is piled high with fried chicken breast, coleslaw, pickles, and Duke’s mayo. The sandwich is absolutely massive but there’s a smaller version, The Lil’. There are also exciting monthly sandwich specials,” Love Food said.
Be sure to take a journey across the country and look at the glory that each state’s best chicken sandwich brings to the tastebuds of America. | https://cw33.com/lifestyle/food-and-drink/heres-where-you-can-eat-the-best-chicken-sandwich-in-texas-other-states/ | 2022-09-13T20:23:19Z |
For Temple resident Ebony Marriott, being a mother is both a job and a calling.
Marriott, who owns Ebony & Ivory’s Childcare and Learning Center in Temple, has worked for the last 20 years raising her own children as well as those of others.
Marriott said she created her own group day home before she gave birth to her twin daughters, Madison and Morgan, more than 20 years ago.
At the time, Marriott said, she was working at another day care and did not like what she saw. She said she wanted a place where she could leave her children as well.
Since then, Marriott has raised her daughters as well as her son, Bryant, 19, in the day care along with the other children she takes care of.
“I’ve been doing day care since they have been here in the world, and I just love what I do,” Marriott said.
In 2019, Marriott bought a building in Temple to house her business and expanded into a day care center. She said she, and her employees, are now certified to take care of 114 children. Marriott’s business is at 1706 W. Ave. M in Temple.
The day care’s employees include Marriott’s two daughters, who have come full circle and now are helping out with the children.
Her clients have grown to include children she took care of. Now, they bring their own sons and daughters to the day care.
While the children she takes care of now are not hers, Marriott said she still tries to make the center a second home for them.
“I’ve got plenty of kids to keep me busy,” Marriott said. “It does take a village to raise these babies, and I love this village that we have here.”
Marriott said she enjoys Mother’s Day each year, as she helps the children she takes care of make cards for their family members.
“They are making some things for their mothers and their aunts, and I get some of that love, too,” Marriott said. “It is a really sweet time of the year.” | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/business/article_e073d778-ce85-11ec-ac0e-97c8a2a85add.html | 2022-05-08T06:00:04Z |
Press materials for virtual event now available
BETHESDA, Md., June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2022 LIVE ONLINE, the flagship annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition (ASN). Nutrition scientists and clinicians from around the world will gather to share the latest research findings on food and nutrition during this dynamic virtual event, held June 14-16.
Register for a press pass to access the sessions highlighted below along with hundreds of other live and recorded sessions. Explore the full schedule, virtual poster presentations and oral presentations to see all the exciting research topics that will be covered at NUTRITION 2022 LIVE ONLINE.
The following materials are available now with no embargo:
Are Ultra-Processed Foods Harmful? Experts Weigh the Evidence
In new papers and a live debate, leading scientists present arguments for and against incorporating the concept of ultra-processed foods into dietary guidelines
The following materials are embargoed until 12 p.m. EDT (UTC-4) June 14:
Do Our Genes Determine What We Eat?
Study could pave the way to personalized nutrition guidance based on our taste perception
New Research Suggests Center-Based Childcare May Bring Health Benefits
Young children attending center-based care were less likely to become obese or overweight
Most People Think Their Diet Is Healthier Than It Is
U.S. adults commonly overestimate the quality of their diet, study shows
New Processing Technique Could Make Potatoes Healthier
Approach is designed to slow starch digestion to avoid blood sugar spikes
Five New Studies Examine Eating Behaviors in Teens and Young Adults
Research reveals how food insecurity, alcohol consumption, food addiction and other factors influence dietary patterns and health in teens and college students
Scientists Warn of Misleading Nutrition Advice on TikTok
Study finds a high proportion of posts on #mediterraneandiet are confusing and inaccurate
Study Provides New Insights into How Acculturation Affects What Teens Eat
U.S. teens born elsewhere eat healthier than U.S.-born teens, but diet worsens over time
Are Highly Processed Foods Bad for Children?
Study finds an association between consuming more ultra-processed foods and lower levels of physical fitness in children
Five New Insights into the COVID-19 Pandemic's Effects on Eating and Health
Studies look at how COVID-19 impacted eating behaviors and well-being across the lifespan
Researchers Identify Groups Most Vulnerable to Food Insecurity During Pandemic
Study of over 800,000 people finds Black adults and households with more children had the highest risk
Food Insecurity and Water Insecurity Go Hand in Hand, Study Finds
Study suggests water may be key to addressing hunger in low and middle-income countries
For Breast Cancer Prevention, Diet Quality Matters
Healthy, plant-based diet linked with lower cancer risk for postmenopausal women
Study Links Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption with Liver Cancer
Large study of postmenopausal women suggests avoiding sweetened beverages could help reduce likelihood of developing liver cancer
If you do not have access to EurekAlert!, request access to embargoed materials via email by completing a Press Registration Form.
NUTRITION 2022 LIVE ONLINE is part of a new year-around experience featuring ASN's flagship annual meeting held virtually June 14-16, 2022, plus learning and networking opportunities that will be offered throughout the year. The online annual meeting is a dynamic virtual event showcasing new research findings and timely discussions on food and nutrition. Scientific symposia explore hot topics including clinical and translational nutrition, food science and systems, global and public health, population science and cellular and physiological nutrition and metabolism. https://nutrition.org/nutrition-2022/ #NutritionLiveOnline
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QINGDAO, China, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 27th, Dr. Lan Lin, Chairman of Hisense Group Holdings Co., Ltd., and Franjo Bobinac, Vice President of Hisense International Co., Ltd., were invited to visit and meet with FIFA President Gianni Infantino and executives at FIFA headquarters in Zurich. This was the first official meeting between Hisense and FIFA, and both organizations had in-depth communication on the long-term collaborations and toured around FIFA headquarters.
Technology for Better Life, Creating a Perfect Tournament Experience
Before FIFA World Cup Russia 2018™ kicked off, FIFA headquarters welcomed the world's first Dual Color 100-inch 4K Hisense Laser TV L7. Today, Hisense successfully obtained FIFA's recognition and again installed 3 new Laser TVs at FIFA headquarters. Ahead of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, through its state-of-art technology, Hisense presented a higher level of tournament viewing experience with the world's first Tri-Chroma Laser TV L9G for FIFA headquarters. During the meetings, executives from both sides enjoyed an exciting tournament together using Hisense Laser TV L9G.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed at the Hisense Open Day event before, "Hisense's compelling products and cutting-edge technology will provide football fans with an amazing viewing experience. Through technological innovation, we will join forces to bring fans an unforgettable FIFA World Cup."
In addition to receiving recognition from FIFA, Hisense Laser TV has also gained recognition from many global consumers. As Hisense's premium product, Hisense Laser TV has appeared in international events such as the Harvard China Forum and the United Nations Chinese Day, and entered the royal family in UAE, becoming one of consumers' best choices. From January to June this year, Hisense Laser TV sales in Australia, France, Canada, and other overseas markets have exceeded last year's annual sales.
Building a Sustainable Future through Close Collaboration
Hisense has focused on social responsibility and striving to contribute further to sustainable global development. Embracing the same philosophy as FIFA, Hisense has also cooperated with FIFA Foundation, committing to charity and sustainable development.
In September 2022, Hisense will participate in the FIFA Football for Schools Event, bringing a fun and educational workshop for South African children to give them more emotional support while increasing global environmental awareness, also engaging the public to build a sustainable planet for a greener future.
Hisense has always been adhering to sports marketing and forming intensive collaborative partnerships with FIFA. Benefiting from its sponsorship position, Hisense's brand strength and awareness increased substantially, successfully expanding its global business. In 2022, Hisense has been ranked 7th in KANTAR BrandZ™ Chinese Global Top 50 Brand Builders and 1st in the Home Appliances category. Driven by globally integrated R&D capability, Hisense consistently launched technological products, contributing to Hisense's revenue reaching 73.1 billion RMB from January to May 2022.
At FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, Hisense will work closely with FIFA to bring better tournament experiences to global consumers.
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Did you lose money on investments in Yext? If so, please visit Yext, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com to discuss your rights.
NEW YORK, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP announces that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased or acquired the securities of Yext, Inc. ("Yext" or the "Company") (NYSE: YEXT) between March 4, 2021 and March 8, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Yext organizes a business's facts to provide answers to consumer questions online. The Company operates Yext platform, a cloud-based platform that allows its customers to, among other things, provide answers to consumer questions, control facts about their businesses and the content of their landing pages, and manage their consumer reviews. Yext's website describes its service as "a modern, AI-powered Answers Platform that understands natural language so that when people ask questions about a business online they get direct answers - not links."
As COVID-19 resurged throughout 2021, Yext consistently assured investors that pandemic-related impacts on the Company's business were limited as the Company adapted to lockdowns and improved efficiencies in its sales and other operations.
Plaintiff alleges that Defendants made materially false and misleading statements throughout the Class Period. Specifically, Plaintiff alleges that Defendants failed to disclose that: (i) Yext's revenue and earnings were significantly deteriorating because of, inter alia, poor sales execution and performance, as well as COVID-19 related disruptions; and (ii) accordingly, Yext was unlikely to meet consensus estimates for its full year ("FY") fiscal 2022 financial results and fiscal 2023 outlook.
On March 8, 2022, Yext issued a press release announcing its fourth quarter ("Q4") and FY fiscal 2022 results. Among other items, Yext reported Q4 fiscal 2022 revenue of $100.9 million, falling short of consensus estimates by $140,000; first quarter ("Q1") fiscal 2023 revenue outlook of $96.3 million to $97.3 million, versus consensus estimates of $103.79 million; Q1 fiscal 2023 non-GAAP net loss per share outlook of $0.08 to $0.07, versus consensus estimates of $0.05; FY fiscal 2023 revenue outlook of $403.3 million to $407.3 million, versus consensus estimates of $444.71 million; and FY fiscal 2023 non-GAAP net loss per share outlook of $0.19 to $0.17, versus consensus estimates of $0.09. The Company further disclosed the departure of its CEO and CFO.
That same day, on a conference call to discuss Yext's Q4 and FY fiscal 2022 results, the Company's incoming CEO, Michael Walrath ("Walrath"), addressed the Company's disappointing financial results, revealing, inter alia, that "we have seen fragmentation in our interactions with customers and our ability to deliver premium service and support" and that, "[i]n hindsight, it is clear we were too focused on building sales capacity and not focused enough on other functions that drive productivity, particularly sales enablement, training, client success and services." Walrath also disclosed that "we saw a really significant disruption in our business" such as "in Q4, 50% -- over 50% of our in-person events were canceled because of the Omicron surges".
On March 9, 2022, the Company's stock price fell $0.55, or over 9%, to close at $5.37 per share.
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He was born Sept. 1, 1953, to Ysidoro and Maria L. Rodriguez.
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Annual Cybersecurity Conference Returns to the Moscone Center
SAN FRANCISCO, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RSA Conference, the world's leading information security conferences and expositions, opens its annual event today in San Francisco. Taking place Monday June 6 through Thursday June 9 at the Moscone Center, RSA Conference is in its 31st year of bringing together the world's top cybersecurity, government, and business leaders to learn, discuss emerging trends, and formulate the best strategies to help organizations and communities address current and future cyber threats.
RSA Conference 2022 again has two keynote stages: The West Stage featuring sponsor keynotes, panels and esteemed guest speakers, and the South Stage which brings highly coveted sessions from industry experts to a broader audience. Both stages open today June 6th with a notable lineup of prominent speakers.
"We've always been proud to say that RSA Conference is where the cybersecurity industry comes together, and we could not be more excited to be able to convene in-person again this year for our 31st annual conference," said Linda Gray Martin, Vice President, RSA Conference. "Cybersecurity is core to every business and whether you're joining us in-person, online, or year-round through RSAC 365, we're committed to keeping the global community informed 24/7."
In addition to its keynotes, RSA Conference will feature over 600+ speakers, 25 track sessions, 350+ sessions, and 400+ exhibitors from across the industry. Additional highlights include:
- RSAC Innovation Sandbox - Today, the highly competitive RSAC Innovation Sandbox program culminates with one finalist recognized as "RSA Conference 2022's Most Innovative Startup".
- RSAC Sandbox - RSA Conference Sandbox explores various disciplines of cybersecurity in new and innovative ways. RSAC 2022 will feature seven different sandboxes with dozens of interactive experiences, starting Tuesday, June 7, and is available for Full Conference Pass or Expo Plus Pass holders.
- Inclusive Security - As part of creating an environment where all voices are brought together for positive and inclusive dialogue, RSAC has introduced this seminar that's open to all pass holders and includes a collection of sessions developed and presented with our community partners. The seminar will focus on increasing the representation of diverse voices throughout our industry and will take place Tuesday, June 7.
- RSAC College Day - Taking place on Thursday, June 9, College Day welcomes hundreds of students, recent graduates, and faculty from leading universities with a free, one-day pass that gives them access to dozens of sessions and keynotes plus two experiences tailored just for them.
- Executive Security Action Forum - Members meet every year at the ESAF Annual Meeting held in conjunction with RSA Conference. The RSAC Executive Security Action Forum (ESAF) is an invitation-only, closed-door forum where 100+ top information security executives from Global 1000 companies and government agencies can gather to candidly share insights, discuss key issues, and find actionable solutions to today's information risk management challenges.
- EFraud Global Forum - RSA Conference eFraud Global Forum (eFG) is an exclusive closed-door, invitation-only forum created to help facilitate information sharing within the global anti-fraud ecosystem. Approximately 125 senior anti-fraud executives from business, security, and technical functions at some of the world's largest enterprises will gather to confidentially discuss online fraud and how to prevent it.
- The Hugh Thompson Show Featuring Katie Couric, Chris Krebs, and Rashad Robinson – To close out RSA Conference 2022, join Hugh Thompson and co-chairs of the Aspen Institute's Commission on Information Disorder as they explore the topic of information disorder and discuss why it is one of the most important problems of our time.
RSA Conference would like to extend its thanks to its 2022 sponsors: Cisco, RSA, VMware, CrowdStrike, Forcepoint, Fortinet, IBM Security, Mandiant, Microsoft Security, Palo Alto Networks, Splunk, Trellix, AT&T Cybersecurity, BlackBerry, Check Point, Code42, Digital Guardian by Help Systems, ExtraHop, F5, Keysight Technologies, Recorded Future, Sectigo, TeleTrusT – IT Security Association Germany, Tenable, Tufin, Varonis, Verizon, CyberArk, Delinea, Elastic, Entrust, Exabeam, FireMon, Forescout Technologies, Inc., HUMAN, Illumio, Invicti Security, Juniper Networks, Malwarebytes, Mimecast, OneTrust, Ping Identity, Proofpoint, Rapid7, SentinelOne, Sumo Logic, Synopsys, Thales, ThreatLocker, Tripwire, Utimaco, Acronis, BigID, BrandShield, CDW, CybelAngel, CyberGRX, Devo, DNSFilter, Infoblox, Ivanti, Kenna Security, Keyfactor, LastPass, Lookout, Morphisec, Onapsis, Pindrop, PKWARE, Reciprocity, ReversingLabs, RiskIQ, SafeBreach, SailPoint, Secureworks, Security Compass, Team Cymru, Tessian, Thinkst Canary, ThreatConnect, and Yubico.
For those who are unable to travel or who would like to view and engage with content online, RSA Conference also offers a Digital Pass, which grants individuals access to the Innovation Sandbox Contest, Keynotes, Sponsor Briefings and recorded Track sessions which will all be available on-demand within 24 hours of a session running live at RSAC 2022.
For the health and safety of everyone, RSA Conference requires all attendees and staff to show proof of initial COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test for entry. Additionally, RSA Conference continues to monitor and adhere to local protocols to provide a safe and rewarding in-person experience. For the latest on RSAC's onsite health and safety measures, visit www.rsaconference.com/usa/health-and-safety.
About RSA Conference
RSA Conference is the premier series of global events and year-round learning for the cybersecurity community. RSAC is where the security industry converges to discuss current and future concerns and have access to the experts, unbiased content and ideas that help enable individuals and companies to advance their cybersecurity posture and build stronger and smarter teams. Both in-person and online, RSAC brings the cybersecurity industry together and empowers the collective "we" to stand against cyberthreats around the world. RSAC is the ultimate marketplace for the latest technologies and hands-on educational opportunities that help industry professionals discover how to make their companies more secure while showcasing the most enterprising, influential, and thought-provoking thinkers and leaders in cybersecurity today. For the most up-to-date news pertaining to the cybersecurity industry visit www.rsaconference.com. Where the world talks security.
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Asia’s 50 best bars for 2022 revealed
By Karla Cripps, CNN
With pandemic travel restrictions easing in much of the region, the annual Asia’s 50 Best Bars ceremony took place in front of a live audience for the first time since 2019 on Thursday evening.
A celebration of the region’s best bars and the people behind them, the 2022 event was held at Bangkok’s Mandarin Oriental hotel.
As usual, it was a showdown between Hong Kong and Singapore for the top spot, with last year’s winner, Coa, holding onto first place for the second year in a row.
The Hong Kong bar, set in a candle-lit space with industrial-style interiors, is named after a machete-like tool used to harvest agave — the plant from which mezcal and tequila are distilled. Both of these spirits feature prominently in Coa’s cocktails, including La Paloma de Oaxaca, which includes a blend of grapefruit-spiked mezcal and tequila.
Singapore’s Jigger & Pony, located in the city’s Amara Hotel, grabbed the number two spot. Named after the double-coned measuring device used by bartenders, it offers a menu of 24 cocktails — many of them fresh interpretations of classic drinks such as the Yuzu Whiskey Sour, made with Maker’s Mark Bourbon, yuzu marmalade, St Germain, lemon and egg white.
Four Seasons Hong Kong-based Argo came in at number three on this year’s list. Its unique cocktail menu includes drinks fueled by spirit innovations, such as an AI-produced gin and molecular-aged whisky.
Meanwhile, the only bar in the top 10 not based in a major city, Tesouro opened during the pandemic in the beach village of Colva in Goa, India. Number four on this year’s list, it features Goan-Portuguese design elements and cocktails made with fine rum, craft gins, agave spirits and the local Goan-distilled spirit feni.
Tokyo’s Bar Benfiddich earned the number five spot, Taipei’s Indulge Experimental Bistro came in at number six, while Charles H in Seoul landed at number seven this year.
Though Singapore missed out on the top spot, it has more bars in the top 50 than any other city. Eleven venues on the 2022 Asia list are based in the city-state, including this year’s number 8, MO Bar, and former number one, Manhattan, which came in at number 9 this year.
Bangkok’s new BKK Social Club, located in the Four Seasons at Chao Phraya River, rounded out the top 10 list.
Part of the World’s 50 Best Bars brand owned by William Reed Ltd., the Asia list is based on the votes of the Asia’s 50 Best Bars Academy, which is made up of members of the bar industry, media and mixology experts in the region.
“Asia’s bars have shown remarkable resilience and growth in spite of the challenges of the past two years, and we continue to be proud to celebrate the talent and creativity on display in bars all across Asia,” said Mark Sansom, content director for Asia’s 50 Best Bars, in a statement.
Asia’s 50 Best Bars for 2022
1. Coa (Hong Kong)
2. Jigger & Pony (Singapore)
3. Argo (Hong Kong)
4. Tesouro (Colva, Goa, India)
5. Bar Benfiddich (Tokyo)
6. Indulge Experimental Bistro (Taipei)
7. Charles H (Seoul)
8. MO Bar (Singapore)
9. Manhattan (Singapore)
10 BKK Social Club (Bangkok)
11. Sober Company (Shanghai)
12. Republic (Singapore)
13. Darkside (Hong Kong)
14. Sidecar (New Delhi)
15. No Sleep Club (Singapore)
16. Quinary (Hong Kong)
17. Tropic City (Bangkok)
18. Hope & Sesame (Guangzhou, China)
19. Vesper (Bangkok)
20. Lamp Bar (Nara, Japan)
21. The SG Club (Tokyo)
22. Penicillin (Hong Kong)
23. Atlas (Singapore)
24. Aha Saloon (Taipei)
25. Bar Trench (Tokyo)
26. Hoots’ (New Delhi)
27. Tippling Club (Singapore)
28. Bar Cham (Seoul)
29. Bar Trigona (Kuala Lumpur)
30. Home (New Delhi)
31. Sago House (Singapore)
32. The Cocktail Club (Jakarta)
33. The Pontiac (Hong Kong)
34. The Wise King (Hong Kong)
35. Junglebird (Kuala Lumpur)
36. Nutmeg & Clove (Singapore)
37. Analogue (Singapore)
38. The Aubrey (Hong Kong)
39. Le Chamber (Seoul)
40. Alice (Seoul)
41. Memento Mori (Tokyo)
42. Smoke & Bitters (Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka)
43. Asia Today (Bangkok)
44. Copitas (Bengaluru, India)
45. Union Trading Company (Shanghai)
46. The Bamboo Bar (Bangkok)
47. Bee’s Knees (Kyoto, Japan)
48. Zest (Seoul)
49. 28 HongKong Street (Singapore)
50. Speak Low (Shanghai)
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Bannon contempt-of-Congress trial to begin in earnest
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawyers for longtime Trump adviser Steve Bannon unsuccessfully requested a one-month delay on the second day of his criminal trial for contempt of Congress.
U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols quickly denied that motion, and the trial was to begin in earnest Tuesday afternoon. However Nichols also indicated he might be open to a one-day delay.
Bannon is facing the federal charges after refusing for months to cooperate with the House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection.
The bulk of Tuesday’s morning session revolved around debates over how much of Bannon’s communications with the Jan. 6 committee can be admitted as evidence. Nichols went paragraph-by-paragraph through one particular letter, with Bannon attorney Evan Corcoran warning about the legal dangers of “redactions being made on the fly” before making his delay request.
An unofficial adviser to Trump at the time of the Capitol attack, Bannon is charged with defying a subpoena from the Jan. 6 committee that sought his records and testimony. He was indicted in November on two counts of criminal contempt of Congress, one month after the Justice Department received a congressional referral. Upon conviction, each count carries a minimum of 30 days of jail and as long as a year behind bars.
Nichols had previously ruled that major elements of Bannon’s planned defense were irrelevant and could not be introduced in court. He ruled last week that Bannon could not claim he believed he was covered by executive privilege or that he was acting on the advice of his lawyers.
Bannon attorney David Schoen hinted at his planned defense when he told the judge that Bannon believed he was in the midst of an ongoing negotiation with the Jan. 6 committee and that he “believed the dates were malleable” while that negotiation continued.
“Mr. Bannon believed, right or wrong, that the date had been extended,” Schoen said.
Attorneys for the government intend to argue there was no confusion on Bannon’s part and that his failure to appear was a simple matter of defiance and disrespect for the congressional investigation.
“On it’s face the subpoena demands compliance,” said Assistant U.S. Attorney Amanda R. Vaughn, who said the government would prove “the defendant’s attempts to willfully defy the subpoena.”
Bannon, 68, had been one of the most prominent of the Trump-allied holdouts refusing to testify before the committee. He had argued that his testimony was protected by Trump’s claim of executive privilege, which allows presidents to withhold confidential information from the courts and the legislative branch.
Trump has repeatedly asserted executive privilege — even though he’s a former, not current president — to try to block witness testimony and the release of White House documents. The Supreme Court in January ruled against Trump’s efforts to stop the National Archives from cooperating with the committee after a lower court judge — Tanya S. Chutkan — noted, in part, “Presidents are not kings.”
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A Temple man facing a sexual assault of a child charge was released from jail Tuesday afternoon.
Zachary Dylan Esparza, 22, was arrested Monday after Temple police officers executed an arrest warrant for the second-degree felony, police spokeswoman Nohely Mackowiak said.
“Officers went to his residence in the 4800 block of Deep Drive to serve the warrant,” she said. “Esparza was taken into custody and transported to the Bell County Jail.”
Esparza reportedly worked for the Buckholts Independent School District until April.
Buckholts ISD officials did not immediately respond Tuesday to an open records request for information about Esparza.
Esparza was released from the Bell County Jail Tuesday afternoon after posting a $100,000 bond, the Bell County Sheriff’s Department said. | https://www.tdtnews.com/news/central_texas_news/article_3946b286-dbb4-11ec-9ea3-f7a5fbe349f9.html | 2022-05-25T02:38:11Z |
WALTHAM, Mass., Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Snapdragon Chemistry today announced that the previously announced acquisition by Asymchem will not proceed. Snapdragon and Asymchem were unable to agree to mitigation terms that would satisfy the U.S. Treasury's Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS).
"We are disappointed this deal was unable to be completed," said Snapdragon President and CEO Matthew Bio. "The goal of the deal was to expand domestic manufacturing capacity and be able to deliver a full range of drug development services to our clients. We remain committed to this goal. We have long enjoyed a productive relationship with Asymchem on behalf of our clients. We look forward to continuing to collaborate on current and future client projects."
The news comes at a time of substantial growth for Snapdragon. Snapdragon recently commissioned a new, 51,000 square foot R&D and GMP manufacturing facility.
"These continued investments in facilities and advanced manufacturing technology enable an accelerated path to clinic for our clients," said Bio. "We have an outstanding team, best-in-class technology, and a growing, loyal customer base. Despite the change in plan, I remain excited about our future."
Snapdragon Chemistry is a chemical technology firm providing services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries. Snapdragon's headquarters, R&D, and manufacturing facilities are in Waltham, MA.
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Letter to the editor: If I hated America
If I hated America, I would desire to weaken and undermine the freedoms, self-reliance, and moral fiber of her citizens.
If I hated America, I would flood the economy with trillions of dollars, making dollars worth less (inflation) and making citizens poorer. I would hand out freely to people just enough money so they don't have to work, keeping them poor and dependent.
If I hated America, I would open the border, importing more poor and dependent peoples. This would put a strain on schools, hospitals, and jails, which are all systems that maintain a strong country.
If I hated America, I would divide her citizens into groups and pit them against each other. I would convince the more vulnerable groups that any problems they have are the fault of another group.
If I hated America, I would weaponize the different departments of government to oppose my political opponents and enforce my agenda.
If I hated America, I would oppose every step of the way the Judeo-Christian value system that made the country great. I would enforce and promote immorality that weakens the family unit. I would teach the youth that there is no personal responsibility to God, parents or other citizens, then act surprised when people act like animals.
If I hated America, I would ignore crime and take away citizens' ability to defend themselves, which would make them surrender their freedoms for protection.
These are just some of the things only a person who hates America would do.
Thomas Marcelli Bethlehem Township | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/opinion/2022/06/30/letter-editor-if-hated-america/7747053001/ | 2022-06-30T13:09:33Z |
HOUSTON, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the recent closure of Dril-Quip, Inc.'s Forging, conventional machining and metallurgical lab, all of the related equipment will be sold at auction on Tuesday, June 28, 2022.
Auctioneer Jean Harris, Jr. (TX License # 18210) of Harris Auctions, a recognized name in the U.S. industry and beyond, will be overseeing the live webcast and online auction.
Dril-Quip, Inc. (NYSE: DRQ) continues to thrive in their role as a leading oilfield services company. However, due to the ever-changing and evolving oil and gas market, they have recognized the forge facility was no longer needed as a core of their manufacturing model going forward. Liquidating the entirety of this specific location is in their best interest.
All assets are currently located in Northwest Houston where private inspections are available by appointment and a general inspection is set for June 27 at the facility. You can call 713-462-5800 for details, as well as make pre-auction offers which will be considered for major assets.
From forging presses and manipulators to ring rolling machines, car bottom and box type furnaces, engine lathes and mills, vertical turret lathes and boring mills, CNC machines and metallurgical inspection - plus over 1 million lbs. of open die tooling - a massive selection will be available.
"We're honored to hold an auction like this that offers some of the rarest and highest quality equipment to see the open market in decades," says Jean Harris, President of Harris Auctions.
Since 1981, Dril-Quip has developed a reputation for innovation and quality. That mentality permeated into its manufacturing base and is demonstrated throughout the assets in the Forge facility.
"This is truly a unique opportunity for our friends and clients around the world," Harris added. "Plant managers and equipment buyers should take note. This auction of Dril-Quip's exceptional machinery is going to provide companies with an entire catalog to choose from."
To check out all of the available equipment that will be sold on June 28 at the forge, conventional machining and metallurgical lab, download the brochure or visit our official BidSpotter page to view the online catalog. Don't forget to register here either and be 100% ready to start bidding when the date arrives.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Harris Machine Tools, Inc. quickly turned into an international leader in the used metalworking marketplace. More recently discovering a way to better serve its customers, the family business underwent a transformation that branched out from the roots of their historical dealership. Becoming surplus asset management experts, Harris Auctions was formed. Their manufacturing equipment auctions, either online or on-site, are held multiple times each month and reach a vast audience of industry bidders from virtually everywhere across the globe.
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Two officers with the Texas Department of Public Safety who were at the scene of the Uvalde school massacre have been suspended with pay while an investigation takes place into their actions that day, the department said on Tuesday.
DPS has asked for an independent review of the actions of some of its officers during the Robb Elementary School shooting in which 19 students and two teachers died, according to a spokesperson.
The response by law enforcement to the May 24 massacre has come under intense public scrutiny -- and enraged families in Uvalde -- notably the fact that officers from several agencies waited for more than an hour before a team shot and killed the teenaged gunman in a classroom.
"In July, DPS announced the formation of an internal committee," department press secretary Ericka Miller said in a statement. "Five DPS law enforcement officers have now been referred to the Office of Inspector General where a formal investigation into their actions that day will take place. Thus far, two of those five officers have been suspended with pay pending the outcome of the (office's) investigation."
The department did not identify the officers being suspended.
Department of Public Safety Director Steven McCraw originally pinned the delay on then-Uvalde school district police chief Pete Arredondo, who he said was acting as the incident commander. Arredondo has said repeatedly that he was not commanding officers that day. He was fired by the district late last month.
McCraw had said that there would be an internal review of actions taken by his department's officers during the Uvalde shooting, but he had not previously stated that any officers would be referred for an independent review.
"In public testimony before the Senate Committee to Protect Texas, I stated that the law enforcement response to the active shooter attack at Robb Elementary School was an abject failure," McCraw said in July in a letter to "fellow employees" that was released Tuesday. "Every agency that responded that day shares in this failure, including DPS."
In the same email, McCraw announced what he called an "addition" to the DPS shooting response policy. "DPS Officers responding to an active shooter at a school will be authorized to overcome any delay to neutralizing an attacker," McCraw wrote. "When a subject fires a weapon at a school he remains an active shooter until he is neutralized and is not to be treated as a 'barricaded subject.'"
According to the report from a Texas House investigative committee, first responders "lost critical momentum" by treating the situation as a "barricaded subject" scenario, which calls for a more measured response compared to an active shooter.
Brett Cross, who was raising his nephew Uziyah Garcia, one of the victims, told CNN he has four other children in the school district. He's struggled to decide whether to send them back to school in person.
"We've already seen that (law enforcement officers) didn't do their job. So how are we supposed to trust that?" he said last week. "I don't feel like my kids are safe."
The father of third grader Zayon Martinez said his son was too traumatized by the shooting during which he was hiding under a desk.
"I went and talked to my son and I told him, 'They're gonna have more cops. They're gonna have higher fencing. And he wasn't having it," Zayon's father, Adam Martinez, said.
"He said, 'It doesn't matter. They're not gonna protect us.'"
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NEW YORK, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Figue announced a partnership with the coveted East Hampton restaurant Moby's, which is celebrating its 10th year. Moby's hosts will be dressed in Figue to greet their guests every weekend. Each hosts will identify pieces aligned with their personality and style, which will highlight Figue's versatility as well as the diversity and effortlessness of the collection.
CEO and Creative Director Liz Lange said "It is wonderful to have Figue at Moby's, my favorite restaurant in the Hamptons. Our collections and inspirations have always been intertwined with my Hamptons lifestyle and aesthetics and the relaxed atmosphere, hip crowd and great food at Moby's makes it a delightful place to see some of the pieces."
Founded in New York City in 2012 and acquired by current CEO and Creative Director, Liz Lange, in December 2020, Figue is a dreamy combination of luxe and laid back. Figue's free spirit-meets-sophisticate line of ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories and home design is proudly infused with bohemian gorgeousness. Our soulful spirit and global sensibility are expressed through our mix of unique prints, layered textures, pom poms, hand-cut tassels and artisanal beadwork. Welcome to the multi-colored magic of Figue.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma joined Texas this week to form a region that parts of a nation divided over abortion care might look like if the U.S. Supreme Court strikes down its landmark Roe v. Wade ruling.
While abortion providers across the country have been bracing for the possibility that the high court’s new conservative majority might further restrict abortion, that has especially been the case in Oklahoma, where lawmakers have passed a half-dozen anti-abortion measures this year.
A bill signed into law on Tuesday by Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt issimilar to the law passed in Texas last year that led to a marked increase in women going to neighboring states, including Oklahoma, to get abortions. It prohibits doctors from performing an abortion after fetal activity is detected in the embryo, which experts say is typically after about six weeks and before many women even know they are pregnant. And like Texas’ law, it is enforced through civil, not criminal, courts and relies on civilians to inform on one another.
Abortion providers in Oklahoma said they are prepared for the law to take effect and have been helping women get appointments at clinics in neighboring states.
“I think something we realized in September (when the Texas law took effect) is that we are already living in a virtual post-Roe world in our region,” said Dr. Iman Alsaden, the medical director of Planned Parenthood Great Plains, which operates clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.
“We have seen people go to extreme lengths to access abortion care: driving all night, doing whatever they can to get the basic health care they need for them and their families. We have been seeing what a post-Roe future looks like in this region of the country already, and it’s unbelievable.”
The Oklahoma Supreme Court declined to temporarily stop the law from taking effect, although the court is still considering a legal challenge.
Stitt’s signing of the bill, along with the leaked draft opinion suggesting the U.S. Supreme Court is considering weakening or overturning its Roe v. Wade decision, led more than 100 people to protest on Tuesday at the Oklahoma Capitol.
“I honestly and truly never thought we would actually get here,” said Sophia Fults, 22, a University of Oklahoma student from Tulsa who held a sign that read: “Keep abortion safe, legal and accessible.”
“Honestly, I was just shocked and I’m still kind of shocked and disgusted. So many women are going to be harmed because of this. It’s just horrendous.”
The new law authorizes abortions if they are performed as the result of a medical emergency, but there are no exceptions for if the pregnancy is the result of rape or incest.
Like the Texas law, the Oklahoma bill would allow private citizens to sue abortion providers or anyone who helps a woman obtain an abortion. After the U.S. Supreme Court allowed that mechanism to remain in place, other Republican-led states sought to copy Texas’ ban. Idaho’s governor signed the first copycat measure in March, although it has been temporarily blocked by the state’s Supreme Court.
Stitt earlier this year signed a bill to make performing an abortion a felony in Oklahoma, but that measure is not set to take effect until this summer, and legal experts say it’s likely to be blocked because Roe still remains the law of the land.
“One of our main responsibilities in government is to protect life, and that has been our deliberate intention,” said state Sen. Nathan Dahm, a Republican who wrote the bill to make abortion illegal. “I believe here in Oklahoma we’ll do everything we can to protect life from conception.”
The number of abortions performed each year in Oklahoma, which has four abortion clinics, has declined steadily over the last two decades, from more than 6,200 in 2002 to 3,737 in 2020, which were the fewest in more than 20 years, according to data from the Oklahoma State Department of Health. In 2020, before the Texas law was passed, about 9% of the abortions performed in Oklahoma involved women from Texas.
Before the Texas ban took effect on Sept. 1, about 40 women from Texas had abortions performed in Oklahoma each month, the data shows. That number jumped to 222 in September and 243 in October, according to the most recent data available.
Clinic operators in Texas saw about a 40% decrease in the number of abortions performed there after the law took effect, and Oklahoma operators say they expect similar declines, said Zachary Gingrich-Gaylord, a spokesman for Trust Women, which operates clinics in Oklahoma City and Wichita, Kansas.
“In Texas, we’ve seen that many clinics were able to retain around 60% of their pre-SB 8 patient volume, and it seems reasonable to expect something similar in Oklahoma,” Gingrich-Gaylord said, referring to the Texas law by its state Senate bill name. “The primary reason to think that we may see far less volume than that is the chilling effect caused by the (Supreme Court) leak that may add to confusion for patients seeking abortions.”
According to state health department data, about 47% of abortions performed in Oklahoma in 2020 were for women who were less than six weeks pregnant. | https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/oklahoma-joins-texas-in-offering-glimpse-of-post-roe-world/ | 2022-05-05T05:03:16Z |
TROY, Mich., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BORA® Tool, a leading manufacturer of tools, woodworking, and workshop accessories, is expanding their versatile line of wall mounted Wood Storage Racks to include three new models: 4-Level Black and Gray, 4-Level White and Gray, and 6-Level White and Gray.
The BORA® 4-Level and 6-Level Wood Storage Racks provide generous capacity and allow users to take advantage of vertical storage to maximize floor space and neatly organize a multitude of items.
"After the popularity of our 4-Level and 6-Level Wood Storage Racks in gray and orange we introduced the 6-Level rack in a black and gray color combination, said Rod Bonham, Product Manager at BORA® Tool. "Our customers loved them so much we decided to expand the line again to include a 4-Level black and gray color option, as well as a 4-Level and 6-Level in a new color option of white and gray. We know customers are not only using these racks to store and organize wood in their shop, but they are also using them to store other building materials and household items in a variety of locations. Whether it's ladders in the shed, sports equipment in the garage, or lumber in the shop, we want to ensure we have the right size and color to fit the space."
Key Features of the 4-Level and 6-Level Wood Storage Racks include:
- Quick and Easy Installation
- Heavy-Duty Long-Lasting Support
- Powder-Coated Steel Tube Construction
- 110lb. Weight Capacity per level for Total Maximum Weight Capacity of 440-660 lbs.
- 24.5" Height, 12.5" Shelf Depth 4-Level
- 39.5" Height, 12.5" Shelf Depth 6-Level
- 3 Color options: Gray/Orange, Black/Gray, White/Gray
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- See it in action!
The BORA® 4-Level Wood Storage Racks retail for $55.00 and the 6-Level Wood Storage Racks retail for $70.00. For a complete list of retailers, visit boratool.com or call 866-588-0395.
BORA® Tool is a manufacturer of woodworking tools and workshop accessories designed to increase productivity, simplify complex tasks, and help produce consistent professional results. From the professional job site to the garage, BORA® tools serve a variety of markets, including building and remodeling, DIY, industrial, and woodworking. For more information, visit www.boratool.com.
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LOS ANGELES, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clubhouse Media Group, Inc. (OTCMKTS: CMGR) ("CMGR"), an influencer-based social media firm and digital talent management agency, announced that they have finalized a brand promotional deal with the star of MTV's current reality TV series, "The Challenge", Jenna Compono. Jenna, also a fashion model, has a large Instagram following, boasting 600k+ followers. MTV's "The Challenge" has been on for 36 seasons and is the 3rd longest running reality TV show in history.
"Working with Jenna and her team on this was seamless" said Gianna Garcia, Sales Executive at CMGR. "I'm excited for what more is to come from this partnership."
Follow Jenna on Instagram @jennacompono
CMGR offers management, production, and deal-making services to its handpicked influencers, a management division for individual influencer clients, and an investment arm for joint ventures and acquisitions for companies in the social media influencer space.
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rittal North America, a global manufacturer of industrial and IT enclosures, introduces the new Power Isolation Enclosure Selector Tool – designed to help prevent arc flash related hazards. The new tool allows users to design a solution in three easy steps that is unique to their application.
Rittal's power isolation solution helps engineers design the ideal system for their application with arc flash prevention in mind. The foundation of the power isolation enclosure system is the TS 8 enclosure with up to four partitions. The system must be cable operated and pass through the partition wall between the TS 8 disconnect enclosure and the TS 8 isolator enclosure – helping to ensure access is not granted when the system is energized. Users can build a solution unique to their application in three easy steps:
- Select the isolator enclosure – determined by the main disconnect requirements
- Select the Flange Mount Disconnect (FMD) enclosure – based on the required width to house the main controls and components
- Determine the high / low voltage enclosure (optional step) – based on the required width to house additional controls and components
The online Power Isolation Enclosure Selector Tool has everything needed to configure a customizable solution using standard TS 8 enclosure and accessory part numbers that enable a custom solution to fit application needs.
For more information visit https://rittal.us/power-isolator or contact us via at email: rittal@rittal.us or by phone: 800-477-4000.
Rittal North America, LLC is a global manufacturer and system solutions provider of industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including cooling solutions and power management systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications. Rittal provides innovative, high-quality solutions for practically any industrial or IT infrastructure application, from single enclosures to comprehensive, mission critical systems. Products are tested and certified to the appropriate standards that apply, including UL, CSA, ATEX, NEMA, and more. For more information, visit www.rittal.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SVB Financial Group (NASDAQ: SIVB) will report its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022, on Thursday, April 21, 2022 after the close of the stock market.
The Company will file its quarterly financial results with the SEC via form 8-K and issue an advisory release via newswire containing a link to its full financial results, which will be also posted on the Investor Relations section of its website at svb.com.
Conference call: Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Dial-in information: 1 (888) 330-3016 or 1 (646) 960-0828, Confirmation 5682116
Live audio webcast: A live audio webcast of the call can be accessed via SVB's investor relations website at http://ir.svb.com
Replay: An audio replay of the call will be available at http://ir.svb.com for 12 months beginning January 20, 2022
2022 Quarterly Earnings Announcements: The Company expects to release quarterly results for 2022 on the following dates, which are subject to change:
The Company expects to issue an advisory release confirming the date of each quarterly announcement and call approximately 2 weeks prior to the scheduled announcement date.
SVB Financial Group (NASDAQ: SIVB) and its subsidiaries help innovative companies and their investors move bold ideas forward, fast. SVB Financial Group's businesses, including Silicon Valley Bank, offer commercial, investment and private banking, asset management, private wealth management, brokerage and investment services and funds management services to companies in the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity and venture capital, and premium wine industries. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, SVB Financial Group operates in centers of innovation around the world. Learn more at svb.com.
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Man accused of peering into girl’s bedroom
By Ken MacLeod
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DRACUT, Massachusetts (WBZ) — A Dracut mom said she found a strange man peering through the window of her daughters’ bedroom early Monday morning. She woke up to her young daughters screaming in their apartment on Skyline Drive.
When she ran into the room, she says she saw a man outside looking in through the ground level window. Her daughters are 2 and 5 years old.
“I was sleeping, and my kids were sleeping, and all of a sudden my 5-year-old daughter started screaming that somebody was looking at her through her window and somebody was in her window,” said Emmarie Albert. “I heard my neighbor outside ask the man ‘what is wrong with you?’”
It was just after 2 a.m. and the commotion quickly got the attention of neighbor Caylie Basnett, who was outside with her dog.
“All of a sudden a man pops out of the bushes and pulls his hood over and starts walking that way,” Caylie said.
“He had claimed he dropped his phone and took off,” Emmarie said.
The suspect vanished before police arrived, but neighbors noted a strange pickup truck in the parking lot, so Caylie set up a camera in her window.
More than two hours later, the camera captured the suspect climbing into the truck and driving off. So Caylie hopped in her car and gave chase, calling police while tailing him.
She took pictures when officers pulled him over for questioning and they told her he’s allegedly the same person who stalked the complex back in December.
“There’s a big history and it’s all over the place and I have kids here. I’m horrified,” Caylie said. “I want to move because of it.”
“It doesn’t make any sense to me,” said Emmarie Albert. “Why my family? why my kids? I don’t know him; I’ve never met him before.”
Emmarie and her two children now say they fear his return because the suspect has not yet been arrested. In fact, the entire complex is uneasy with the creepy image of a man peering in a little girl’s window etched in their minds.
“This is maybe the creepiest thing that has ever happened to me,” Emmarie said.
Dracut Police said Wednesday they intend to seek criminal charges against the man and have identified him as a suspect. They are not releasing his name at this point in the investigation, but have identified him as in his 30’s and from Methuen. The charges are being filed in Lowell District Court.
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New digital application puts everything farmers need to manage their operations in their hands
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, GHX by Golden Harvest® announced the launch of GHX™ Mobile, an online and app experience that puts the future of seed sales in the farmer's hands. GHX Mobile contains everything farmers need to manage their operations throughout the year, including field scouting recommendations, yield tracking and predictions, weather and markets, all in one user-friendly place.
"GHX Mobile is built to support an end-to-end approach to farming that focuses on minimizing risk and maximizing potential revenue opportunities for farmers," says Justin Welch, head of digital ag for Syngenta Seeds, U.S. "The digital experience meets farmers' daily needs, from crop-specific weather and markets to in-season replants and pest issues."
GHX Mobile was built with farmers in mind and can be used to manage all fields in an operation, regardless of what seed brand was planted in each field.
"Our ultimate goal with this digital platform is to help farmers use data to save time and increase revenue potential. The app gives farmers insights on key crop activities, including when to plant or spray and what fields to scout," says Welch. "In-season yield monitoring tied with current market prices will also give farmers real-time revenue estimates."
The new GHX by Golden Harvest, powered by GHX Mobile, is changing how seed is bought and serviced by creating a simple, seamless and transparent experience with MaxScript™, per acre pricing, ServiceSquad! and risk assurance benefits through the AgriClime™ weather protection offer.
"MaxScript allows growers to push plant populations to the max because there is no additional cost for the additional seed," says Brandon Leander, Syngenta Seeds North America business head of sales enablement software. "Recommendations are based on data-driven analytics and grower inputs, allowing farmers to select the best products at the right population in the right field."
GHX with ServiceSquad includes comprehensive customer service, in-person, on the phone and via collaborative tools on GHX Mobile. From product selection and purchasing to in-season progress and harvest analysis, GHX Mobile provides convenient tools and insights that allow for seamless seed management and decision-making throughout the season.
"The final key component of the new GHX by Golden Harvest is Risk Assurance," says Leander. "Risk Assurance is offered without premiums and helps offset the impact of adverse weather conditions during the growing season. The AgriClime program guarantees cash returns even in adverse weather."
GHX Mobile is currently available for farmers using iOS (Apple) devices and is being piloted in Iowa and Illinois.
©2022 Syngenta. 2001 Butterfield Road, Suite 1600; Downers Grove, IL 60515. Agriclime™, GHX™, Golden Advantage!, Golden Harvest™, MaxScript™, ServiceSquad™ are trademarks of a Syngenta Group Company. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco. All other trademarks are the property of their respective third-party owners.
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BOSTON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: BHLB) will issue its first quarter earnings release before the market opens on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. The Company will also place an investor presentation at its website at ir.berkshirebank.com.
Berkshire will conduct a conference call/webcast at 10:00 a.m. eastern time on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 to discuss results for the quarter and provide guidance about expected future results.
Participants are encouraged to pre-register for the conference call using the following link:
Callers who pre-register will be given dial-in instructions and a unique PIN to gain immediate access to the call. Participants may pre-register at any time prior to the call and will immediately receive simple instructions via email.
Additionally, participants may reach the registration link and access the webcast by logging in through the investor relations section of Berkshire's website at ir.berkshirebank.com.
Those parties who do not have Internet access or are otherwise unable to pre-register for this event, may still participate at the above time by dialing 844-200-6205 and using participant access code: 647451. Participants are requested to dial-in a few minutes before the scheduled start of the call.
A telephone replay of the call will be available for one week by dialing 866-813-9403 and using access code: 478827. The webcast will be available on Berkshire's website for an extended period of time.
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Berkshire Hills Bancorp is the parent of Berkshire Bank, which is transforming what it means to bank its neighbors socially, humanly, and digitally to empower the financial potential of people, families, and businesses in its communities as it pursues its vision of being the leading socially responsible omni-channel community bank in the markets it serves. Berkshire Bank provides business and consumer banking, mortgage, wealth management, and investment services. Headquartered in Boston, Berkshire has approximately $11.6 billion in assets and operates 105 branch offices in New England and New York, and is a member of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index. To learn more, call 800-773-5601 or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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Tax Commission offers curbside service in Boise April 18
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) — Last-minute tax filers in the Boise area can drop off their state income tax returns without getting out of the car at the Idaho State Tax Commission’s annual curbside service.
It’s coming up on Monday, April 18—the day income taxes are due.
Tax Commission employees will be outside the Boise office with bins to accept Idaho returns and pass out tax forms from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday. The Boise office is at 11321 W. Chinden Blvd. on the State of Idaho Chinden Campus.
Visit the customer-service counter inside to make payments and get answers to tax questions.
Another way to get help is to call (208) 334-7660 in the Boise area or toll free at (800) 972-7660. Office and phone hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, except on Wednesdays when the hours start at 9 a.m. A drop box for Idaho returns is in the parking lot, accessible 24/7.
Visit the Tax Commission website at tax.idaho.gov to find tax forms, make payments, and get answers to tax questions. The website features links to software providers that offer free e-filing to many Idahoans at tax.idaho.gov/freefile.
The site also has Quick Pay, a free service that lets you make an online payment without creating a special account. Find it at tax.idaho.gov/quickpay. | https://localnews8.com/news/idaho/2022/04/13/tax-commission-offers-curbside-service-in-boise-april-18/ | 2022-04-13T19:11:53Z |
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meijer pharmacists say our new lifestyles – hybrid work routines, classrooms, and after-school activities – combined with lower immunity thresholds means keeping up to date with vaccinations is important as families begin to plan for the holiday season.
Pharmacists at the Midwestern retailer suggest scheduling the updated COVID-19 booster, which targets the most commonly circulating BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron strains and is now available at Meijer pharmacies. Other vaccines, including flu shots, can be scheduled at the same time and are an important way for families to protect themselves and those around them throughout the fall and winter months.
"The pace of our household routines began to increase with the return to school and will extend through the holidays into the new year," said Jackie Morse, Meijer Vice President of Pharmacy. "Combining your flu and other vaccinations when receiving your updated COVID-19 booster not only saves time but can have real benefit as we look forward to spending time with friends or attending concerts, sporting events, and family gatherings."
All Meijer pharmacies across the Midwest are now offering the updated booster vaccine, as well as vaccines for shingles, pneumonia, whooping cough, meningitis, tetanus and others.
To schedule a vaccine appointment, text "COVID" or "flu" to 75049, visit Clinic.Meijer.com, or call your local Meijer pharmacy.
According to CDC guidance, all Meijer vaccinators wear masks and follow specific protocols to disinfect all surfaces and areas where shots are administered between each patient. Customers are required to wear masks during the vaccination's administration. Most Meijer pharmacies have private consultation rooms where patients can receive their immunizations.
Depending on age, health status and state regulations, Meijer offers a variety of vaccine options. For more information on the different kinds of vaccines and the importance of the flu shot, please refer to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Vaccinations at Meijer may also count as prescription credits in the mPerks Pharmacy Rewards Program, which allows customers to earn savings on future purchases in the store.
About Meijer: Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates 262 supercenters and grocery stores throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. A privately-owned and family-operated company since 1934, Meijer pioneered the "one-stop shopping" concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive apparel departments, pet departments, garden centers, toys and electronics. For additional information on Meijer, please visit www.meijer.com. Follow Meijer on Twitter @twitter.com/Meijer and @twitter.com/MeijerPR or become a fan at www.facebook.com/meijer.
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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NK Seeds unveiled new field data today highlighting the superior performance of their 2023 Field Forged Series™ lineup of corn hybrids and soybean varieties, which combines the strongest performers, old and new alike. No longer do farmers have to decide between planting their go-to favorites and using innovative new hybrids and varieties. Across the Corn Belt, NK Seeds Field Forged Series products consistently outyielded key competitors in 2021 harvest trials. The national yield average numbers tell the story:
- Fifty-one NK® Field Forged Series corn hybrids landed in the top 10 in 2021 Farmers Independent Research of Seed Technologies (FIRST) tests.
- Thirty-eight NK Field Forged Series soybean varieties landed in the top 10 in 2021 FIRST tests — and 13 of those placed within the top three.
"Every season and every crop matters, but given the agronomic and economic pressures that farmers are facing this season, they want to be confident that the products they plant will maximize profit potential this fall," says Jim Shertzer, Head of NK Marketing. "Of these industry-leading yields, six hybrids and 14 varieties are available for the first time commercially for the 2023 growing season. That kind of performance should give farmers confidence and reduce some of the risk that's inherent in farming."
The 2023 Field Forged Series class packs high standards and proven results into every seed.
"Each seed is forged in the lab and in the field to ensure that we're bringing not just the highest yield potential, but also agronomically stable crops that work across an array of diverse acres to help drive farmers' profit potential," says Shertzer. "Our powerful R&D process allows us to deliver our high-performing seed with leading traits faster than ever for corn and soybean products that come tested and proven to perform."
With 34 NK Field Forged Series hybrids in the 2023 lineup, there's a match for all geographies and growing environments. Popular corn standouts include:
- NK0007-AA offers excellent yield potential, strong roots and stalks, and leading drought tolerance. This hybrid has a 5.5 Bu/A advantage over all DEKALB® products (N = 348), a 4.0 Bu/A advantage over all Channel® products (N = 125), a 2.1 Bu/A advantage over all Beck's products (N = 130) and a 1.1 Bu/A advantage over all Wyffels products (N = 87).
- NK0243-AA is a great option for farmers looking for excellent agronomics in a broadly adapted hybrid. Noteworthy for its season-long standability and strong late-season plant health, it has a 3.5 Bu/A advantage over all DEKALB products (N = 821), a 5.8 Bu/A advantage over all Channel products (N = 179) and a 4.6 Bu/A advantage over all AgriGold® products (N = 20).
- NK1188-AA features consistent yield potential and agronomics across environments. Farmers will notice its attractive plant height and ear placement, along with improved test weight and grain quality. This hybrid also features dependable drought tolerance. It beat Channel by 2.0 Bu/A (N = 33) in Iowa in 2021.
- NK1523-V is notable for its high-end yield potential with agronomic stability. With a strong and robust root structure, it offers excellent yield potential with increased management. This hybrid beat Pioneer by 3.3 Bu/A (N = 28) in Iowa in 2021.
The performance results don't end there. NK1701-V has an impressive 11.1 Bu/A advantage over all Pioneer products (N = 34), NK8005-V has a 9.4 Bu/A advantage over all DEKALB products (N = 38), and NK9175-DV has a 4.8 Bu/A advantage over all Pioneer products (N = 313).
All hybrids in the 2023 Field Forged Series class are available with industry-leading trait stacks, including DuracadeViptera™ and Viptera™, to meet specific field needs.
"These multi-year results show what happens when high standards meet proven results," says Joe Bollman, NK Corn Products Manager. "Farmers who choose to plant Field Forged Series hybrids in 2023 can expect to see strong yield potential in their area of adaptation, as well as strong roots and stalks, consistency and excellent disease tolerance."
Proprietary genetics meet diverse traits in the NK Field Forged soybean portfolio. The 2023 NK Field Forged portfolio includes 14 Enlist E3® and 14 XtendFlex® varieties. Each made the cut for demonstrating consistently outstanding yield potential, paired with resistance to soybean cyst nematode, proven Sudden Death Syndrome tolerance, resistance to Soybean White Mold and strong Phytophthora Root Rot resistance.
In third-party trials, Field Forged Series soybean varieties came out on top: NK Enlist E3 varieties had a 1.1 Bu/A advantage over Pioneer® Enlist E3 varieties, and NK Field Forged Series XtendFlex varieties had a 1.8 Bu/A advantage over Asgrow® XtendFlex varieties in 2021.
"For the 2023 growing season, we're turning things up a notch, with yield and agronomic strength in every seed," says Eric Miller, NK Soybean Product Marketing Manager. "Each product in our latest lineup was hand-selected in response to grower demand for innovative agronomic traits, proven yield and herbicide trait flexibility. It's proving to be a powerful combination that's really driving farmers' profit potential."
NK Seeds will share 2022 corn and soybean yield results later this year on their website, social channels and blog, The Amplifier.
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This document contains forward-looking statements, which can be identified by terminology such as 'expect', 'would', 'will', 'potential', 'plans', 'prospects', 'estimated', 'aiming', 'on track' and similar expressions. Such statements may be subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from these statements. For Syngenta, such risks and uncertainties include risks relating to legal proceedings, regulatory approvals, new product development, increasing competition, customer credit risk, general economic and market conditions, compliance and remediation, intellectual property rights, implementation of organizational changes, impairment of intangible assets, consumer perceptions of genetically modified crops and organisms or crop protection chemicals, climatic variations, fluctuations in exchange rates and/or commodity prices, single source supply arrangements, political uncertainty, natural disasters, and breaches of data security or other disruptions of information technology. Syngenta assumes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, changed assumptions or other factors.
Yield advantages are composites based on the results of 2020-2021 Syngenta first-party, FIRST and other independent third-party trials, when available. For more information regarding yield comparisons against an individual product, ask your Syngenta representative. No product recommendation by FIRST is implied.
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LibertyLink®, Liberty® and the Water Droplet logo are registered trademarks of BASF. HERCULEX® and the HERCULEX Shield are trademarks of Corteva Agriscience LLC. HERCULEX Insect Protection technology by Corteva Agriscience LLC.
Under federal and local laws, only dicamba-containing herbicides registered for use on dicamba-tolerant varieties may be applied. See product labels for details and tank mix partners. Golden Harvest® and NK® soybean varieties are protected under granted or pending U.S. variety patents and other intellectual property rights, regardless of the trait(s) within the seed. The Enlist E3® soybean, LibertyLink®, LibertyLink® GT27®, Roundup Ready 2 Xtend®, Roundup Ready 2 Yield® and XtendFlex® soybean traits may be protected under numerous United States patents. It is unlawful to save soybeans containing these traits for planting or transfer to others for use as a planting seed. Only dicamba formulations that employ VaporGrip® Technology are approved for use with Roundup Ready 2 Xtend® and XtendFlex® soybeans. Only 2,4-D choline formulations with Colex-D® Technology are approved for use with Enlist E3® soybeans. The trademarks or service marks displayed or otherwise used herein are the property of a Syngenta Group Company. ENLIST E3® soybean technology is jointly developed with Corteva Agriscience LLC and M.S. Technologies, L.L.C. The ENLIST trait and ENLIST Weed Control System are technologies owned and developed by Corteva Agriscience LLC. ENLIST® and ENLIST E3® are trademarks of Corteva Agriscience LLC. GT27® is a trademark of M.S. Technologies, L.L.C. and BASF. Roundup Ready 2 Xtend®, Roundup Ready 2 Yield®, XtendFlex® and YieldGard VT Pro® are registered trademarks used under license from the Bayer Group.
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Amazon warehouse workers suffer serious injuries at twice the rate of others, study finds
(CNN) - A new study suggests that serious injuries at Amazon warehouses in the U.S. were more than double that of non-Amazon warehouses last year.
The Strategic Organizing Center, a coalition of four labor unions, published the report on Tuesday.
The report found that Amazon employed 33% of all U.S warehouse workers in 2021, but it was responsible for 49% of all injuries in the industry.
According to the study, there were 38,334 total recordable injuries at Amazon facilities in 2021.
About 34,000 of those injuries were considered serious, where the workers could no longer perform their jobs or had to miss work.
According to the study, Amazon reported 6.8 serious injuries for every 100 warehouse workers. Other warehouses had 3.5 severe injuries per 100 warehouse workers.
The study used 2021 injury data that Amazon submitted to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
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DAVIE, Fla., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- South Florida based Air Pros USA announced the acquisition of Airforce Heating and Air, an HVAC company that has been serving Georgia and Alabama since 2000. As an Air Pros USA Company, Airforce Heating and Air will benefit from full operational and sales integration with the Air Pros USA platform to leverage expanded resources and continue building on over 20 years of service excellence.
"Airforce Heating and Air has built a strong local reputation for their expertise and integrity. We knew they would be a perfect fit to join the growing Air Pros USA family," said Anthony Perera, Founder and Chief Growth Officer of Air Pros USA. "Our technicians are equipped with the latest technology and Airforce Heating and Air's virtual reality training ensures our team is always prepared with a strong skillset to solve any problem. The combination of our efforts and state of the art resources will lead to an unrivaled level of service."
"Air Pros USA's vision aligned with what matters most to us, our customers. We are going to make a great team," said Dan Blalock, President of Airforce Heating and Air. "It was important to join a company that values their community, builds long lasting relationships with their customers, and shares the same ambitious goals for growth."
Through the Airforce Heating and Air acquisition, Air Pros USA strengthens its local presence across Georgia and Alabama. Air Pros USA has been established in the Atlanta region since 2020 and entered the Mobile market earlier this spring.
"Air Pros USA has had incredible success serving the Georgia and Alabama locations. We expect that success to continue as we add Airforce Heating and Air," said Robert DiPietro, CEO of Air Pros USA.
Nationally, Air Pros USA has nearly 600 vehicles, 700 technicians and staff, and serves over 450,000 customers. Air Pros USA operates in eight states and more than a dozen metro areas including Miami, Orlando, Dallas, Atlanta, Colorado Springs, Mobile and Spokane.
For more information, visit AirProsUSA.com and AirforceHeatingAndAir.com.
Air Pros USA was founded in South Florida on the promise of integrity, reliability, and putting our customers first. The company has quickly expanded to many metro areas within Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Colorado, Georgia, Texas, and Washington, with more locations expected to be introduced soon. Air Pros USA currently employs more than 700 experienced professionals in more than a dozen metro Service locations including Miami, Orlando, Dallas, Atlanta, Colorado Springs, Mobile and Spokane. For more information visit www.airprosusa.com.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Red e App, the world leader in creating meaningful frontline employee engagement and connection through mobile, today announced the launch of the Red e App Hub.
With the Red e App Hub, employers are now able to drive usage across all employee platforms by leveraging established work habits of their non-desk workforce, turning Red e App's industry leading communications and employee engagement platform into a powerful service delivery and change management tool.
Red e App Founder and CEO Jonathan Erwin, in announcing the launch said, "The Red e App Hub brings a new level of engagement to a part of the workforce for whom basic work needs are not always fully met. Employees use Red e App every day, they trust us and we are an integral part of their work process. Initial trials of the Red e App Hub increased use of alternate platforms by as much as 300%. By providing employee services through App Hub, companies can leverage the meaningful connection already in place to create additional value and realize new ROI."
Employee services accessed through the Red e App Hub include employee rewards and recognition, benefits, payroll, scheduling, forms, health and wellness, surveys, communications, engagement, and more.
Red e App is the innovation leader in mobile workforce connection providing highly structured communication, engagement, content, and workflow, all driven by Shelbe.AI, an enterprise-class, intelligent software engine that continuously ingests unstructured data and automates the creation and maintenance of relevant operational structures to optimize engagement for any size company's deskless employees. With seamless interoperability and integration with existing or legacy employee platforms, Red e App attaches to and extends critical employee services securely and privately to employees' mobile devices — anywhere. Red e App, the only platform courageously committed to connecting the non-desk workforce to drive success for the entire organization. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Red e App is online at redeapp.com.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Tupperware Brands Corporation.
Shareholders who purchased shares of TUP during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: November 3, 2021 to May 3, 2022
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Tupperware was facing significant challenges in maintaining its earnings and sales performance; (ii) accordingly, Tupperware's full-year 2022 guidance was unrealistic and/or unsustainable; (iii) all the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to have a material negative impact on Tupperware's financial condition; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: August 15, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/tupperware-brands-corporation-loss-submission-form-2/?id=30689&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of TUP during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is August 15, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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XFL games will be featured on a combination of ABC, ESPN networks and FX.
The XFL will officially kick off on Saturday, February 18, 2023
Agreement includes exclusive rights to produce and distribute XFL games and tentpole events through 2027
NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The XFL today announced a new, global multi-year agreement with The Walt Disney Company ("TWDC") and ESPN, which includes exclusive broadcast rights for all gameday content, tentpole events and more, for its upcoming 2023 season through 2027. Each season, all 43 games (40 regular season games, two playoffs, one championship) will be featured on a combination of ABC, ESPN networks and FX. Additionally, the agreement includes exclusive content rights across TWDC and ESPN's digital, social and direct-to-consumer outlets such as ESPN+. The XFL is excited to officially announce its 2023 season will kick off on Saturday, February 18, 2023.
The announcement was revealed today at the Disney Upfront, where XFL owners Dany Garcia and Dwayne Johnson were in attendance and presented the news.
"Without question, we have long admired Disney's distinct ability to engage an expansive consumer fanbase across verticals, while also maintaining a deeply authentic, nuanced and heartfelt approach to storytelling much like our own," said Dany Garcia, Chairwoman of the XFL. "To find a partner that honors our foundation and to be able to root our vision of unwavering passion, accessibility and the future of football with Disney as our home, is a dream come true. We are extraordinarily excited to explore the endless possibilities of this partnership – today is surely just the beginning."
"The XFL will tap into sports fans' deep love of football by emphasizing competitive action while dedicating itself to innovation and entertainment," said Jimmy Pitaro, Chairman, ESPN and Sports Content. "You can see a great path to success when you combine the reach and influence of ESPN and Disney with the collective vision of XFL leadership led by Dany, Dwayne and Gerry."
Dwayne Johnson added, "This is a definitive moment for the XFL and the beginning of an incredible, long-term partnership for the league, building on my longstanding, very successful legacy relationship I've had with Disney throughout my career. We're excited to be working with global visionaries that are aligned with the XFL's values, are true team players and share our ambitious goals to grow the XFL as a global sports and entertainment business. Through the combined power of Disney, ESPN and the XFL, together we will create a new powerhouse on the sports calendar and bring a dynamic game of football to fans everywhere. Time to ball out."
Gerry Cardinale said, "With today's announcement, the XFL has launched a truly innovative partnership with The Walt Disney Company and its world class platforms across media, culture, sports and entertainment. It is a privilege to join forces with the incredibly talented team at Disney and ESPN and bring Dany and Dwayne's vision for world class football and live event entertainment to our fans and players."
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The XFL's ownership group, led by Dany Garcia, Dwayne Johnson, and Gerry Cardinale's RedBird Capital Partners, is building a fan-first, fast-paced global professional football league with innovative rules and enhanced 360 game experience. The XFL will bring entertainment to world class football, with the goal of advancing the game of football and expanding player opportunities when it launches in February 2023.
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Uber driver gets ride of lifetime, ends up at Garth Brooks concert
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) - An Uber driver got a surprise of a lifetime when she recently picked up a couple in Alabama.
WBRC reports that Katie Watson and her husband were waiting for an Uber ride when it was canceled, but they were sent to another driver: Vicky Wallace.
“It’s miraculous how God works in mysterious ways,” Watson said.
Watson didn’t know it right away but quickly learned Wallace was a big Garth Brooks fan as they started talking about the upcoming concert.
“He [Brooks] is so sweet; he always puts God first; he’s awesome,” Wallace said.
The couple then offered Wallace an extra ticket to the Brooks concert, and the Uber driver said she couldn’t believe it while also thinking suddenly about what to wear.
“At first, I was like I look terrible with T-shirt and sweatpants on,” Wallace said. “But this is Garth Brooks; I am going; things like this don’t happen.”
Wallace and the group sang along at the concert to “Sweet Home Alabama,” and it was a concert she won’t forget.
“I’m a country girl at heart,” Wallace said. “It was just the best part of the show.”
And because of the Brooks concert, Wallace and Watson said they have a story to share that will last a lifetime.
“I’m sure; I’m sure forever,” Wallace said.
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Thinking of reaching out to old friends but nervous it will be awkward or that they won't appreciate it? You should make those phone calls or send a text or email, according to new research.
A study published July 11 in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that people often underestimate how much their friends and old acquaintances appreciate hearing from them.
"If there's been someone that you've been hesitating to reach out to, that you've lost touch with perhaps, you should go ahead and reach out, and they're likely to appreciate it much more than you think," said Peggy Liu, the study's lead author. Liu is the Ben L. Fryrear chair in marketing and associate professor of business administration at the University of Pittsburgh's Katz Graduate School of Business.
The researchers conducted a series of 13 experiments with more than 5,900 participants to see if people could accurately estimate how much their friends value them reaching out and what forms of communication make the biggest impact. In these experiments, reaching out was defined as a phone call, text, email, note or small gift.
The experiments found that initiators significantly underestimated the recipient's reaction to the check-in.
"It's often less about these kinds of grand overtures that we can make in our relationships and more about the small moments of letting a friend know that we're thinking of them," said Miriam Kirmayer, a clinical psychologist and friendship expert who was not involved in the study.
A recipient appreciated the communication more when it was surprising, such as when it was from someone the recipient did not regularly contact or when the participant and recipient did not consider themselves to be close friends, the study found.
"When you feel that sense of positive surprise," Liu said, "it really further boosts the appreciation that you feel."
Relationships, including friendships, can be one of the strongest predictors of how healthy we are and how long we live, and they can boost our overall well-being.
"Those types of small reach outs with lower stakes can go a long way towards strengthening relationships early on, getting a friendship off the ground and maintaining them over time," Kirmayer said.
Overcoming anxiety about being rejected
Friendships require nourishment, sociologist Anna Akbari said. But a variety of insecurities can prevent us from reaching out, said Akbari, who was not involved in the study.
To get over some of this discomfort, take notice of automatic thought patterns that arise when thinking about communicating with a friend, and try to push back against them, Kirmayer said. These patterns can include ideas that one friend cares more and puts in more effort than another, or the assumption that a friend does not like you back.
One of the common fears around reaching out is rejection, Akbari said. When focusing on the possibility of rejection, one may deprive oneself of close friendships and enjoyable experiences, she added.
It's impossible to avoid rejection, so learning how to be OK with it can allow people to become more resilient, Akbari said.
People can also combat fear by putting themselves in their friends' shoes and thinking about how they would feel if they received the contact, said Marisa Franco, a psychologist and assistant clinical professor at the University of Maryland and author of the forthcoming book "Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make -- and Keep -- Friends." She was not involved in the study.
Doing so can help push back against the assumption things will go poorly when you reach out, she added.
Using social media as a way to connect
The recent research did not evaluate the effects of reaching out on social media platforms, and friendship experts have conflicting opinions on how much social media may make a difference when communicating with an old friend.
For those who aren't ready to text or call their friends out of the blue, commenting or responding on social media can be a good place to start, Franco said.
However, using social media isn't the most natural form of communication and can often lead to more surface level conversations, Akbari said.
"We mistake comments on social media posts as personal communication and connection rather than private exchanges," she said.
And while communicating by text or email isn't as impersonal as social media, Akbari recommended that people call their friends. It might feel awkward to pick up the phone and make a call, but the connection will likely be more genuine, she added.
Younger generations have become conditioned to communication that doesn't happen in real time, she said. As a result, they may feel performance anxiety when picking up the phone.
"If we're on the phone or face-to-face with someone, we're having a dialogue," Akbari said. "You can respond. I can say something. There is no sort of delayed 'I'm going to think about it,' 'I'm going to craft just the right thing' or 'I can easily opt out if it makes me the slightest bit uncomfortable.'"
Not quite ready to call? Write a gratitude letter, said Harry Reis, a psychology professor and dean's professor in arts, sciences and engineering at the University of Rochester. He was not involved in the study. Practicing gratitude has been shown to lead to "solidified and secure social relationships," according to a 2021 study by the Journal of Applied School Psychology.
Take time to evaluate your friendships
This new study can help calm the anxiety that people face when it comes to contacting friends, Akbari said. Since the primary way people reach out is through private means of communication, the worst that can happen is that the recipient does not respond, she added.
"You kind of got your answer of how that person regards you," Akbari said of a lack of response. "You shift your attention to someone else who will be more appreciative, who will reciprocate."
Friendships can sometimes feel one-sided, where one person feels like they are putting in all the effort, Kirmayer said.
Kirmayer has noticed that many clients have been increasingly worried they are carrying a heavy emotional load when it comes to their friendships. However, this often isn't the case, she added.
"Sometimes we can overestimate the extent to which we ourselves are the one reaching out," she said. "It's also important to push back against that a little bit, to take notice of the little moments when our friends are reaching out."
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Invesco Ltd. Announces June 30, 2022 Assets Under Management
Published: Jul. 12, 2022 at 4:15 PM EDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
ATLANTA, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1,390.4 billion, a decrease of 4.2% versus previous month-end. The firm experienced net long-term outflows of $3.9 billion in the month. Non-management fee earning net inflows were $0.7 billion and money market net inflows were $15.0 billion. AUM was negatively impacted by unfavorable market returns which decreased AUM by $68 billion. Reinvested distributions increased AUM by $1.6 billion and FX decreased AUM by $6.9 billion. Preliminary average total AUM for the quarter through June 30 were $1,457.2 billion, and preliminary average active AUM for the quarter through June 30 were $989.2 billion.
About Invesco Ltd. Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ) is a global independent investment management firm dedicated to delivering an investment experience that helps people get more out of life. With offices in more than 20 countries, our distinctive investment teams deliver a comprehensive range of active, passive and alternative investment capabilities. For more information, visit www.invesco.com/corporate.
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Commerce-as-a Service eliminates heavy upfront costs allowing customers to continue the shift to frictionless commerce
TORONTO, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Pivotree Inc. (TSXV: PVT) ("Pivotree'' or the "Company"), a leading provider of frictionless commerce solutions, announced today a new partnership with Spryker, a leading digital commerce platform for B2B, B2C, Enterprise Marketplaces and Unified Commerce. This partnership unshackles B2B customers from burdensome, monolithic systems, technology debt, and cost constraints. The transformation to Spryker's composable architecture combined with Pivotree's new Commerce-as-a-Service offering which removes traditional cost barriers will become a game-changer in the market.
The traditional business model for software implementation is outdated and ripe for disruption. Commerce-as-a-Service changes the paradigm by allowing enterprise customers to continue to invest even during challenging economic and recessionary times.
"In combination with our long history of technical excellence and culture, we bring a unique solution to the market as compared to other digital agencies and system integrators. We are thrilled to partner with a market-leading company like Spryker to bring this combined offering to market for the first time in North America," said Joseph Lee, GM Commerce at Pivotree. "Our partnership is focused on supporting our B2B customers who have complex ecosystems and requirements, and with Spryker's platform flexibility and composability along with its robust engineering capabilities, we will enable our customers to accelerate their digital transformation at any point in their journey."
B2B enterprises often deal with sophisticated transactions and complex business challenges - together Pivotree and Spryker are able to offer capabilities purpose-built to tackle these challenges. "We are excited to be partnering with Pivotree to bring B2B enterprises a high-value composable commerce solution and service. Pivotree's technical excellence, industry know-how in commerce, and great company culture made partnering with them a clear win when it comes to expanding our business in North America," said Boris Lokschin, Co-Founder and CEO at Spryker. "B2B enterprises face many challenges today that both Spryker and Pivotree have been working on to make it easier. This partnership will offer a composable commerce solution that enables enterprises to shorten time to value and lower the total-cost-of-ownership. Spryker's composable platform, which is specifically designed for sophisticated transactional businesses, and Pivotree's Commerce-as-a-Service benefits will enable enterprises to future-proof their business, adapt in an ever-changing market, and continue their journey to a frictionless commerce future."
Pivotree's portfolio of digital products, managed and professional services help provide B2B2C digital businesses with true end-to-end service to manage complex digital commerce platforms, along with ongoing support from strategic planning through product selection, deployment, and hosting, to data and supply chain management.
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Pivotree, a leader in frictionless commerce, designs, builds and manages digital platforms in Commerce, Data Management, and Supply Chain for over 250 major retail and branded manufacturers globally. Pivotree's portfolio of digital solutions, managed and professional services help provide retailers with true end-to-end solutions to manage complex digital commerce platforms, along with ongoing support from strategic planning through platform selection, deployment, and hosting, to data and supply chain management. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada with offices and customers in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. Pivotree is widely recognized as a high-growth company and industry leader. For more information, visit www.pivotree.com.
Spryker is the leading composable commerce platform for enterprises with sophisticated business models to enable growth, innovation, differentiation. Designed specifically for sophisticated transactional business, Spryker's easy-to-use, headless, API-first model offers a best-of-breed approach that provides businesses the flexibility to adapt, scale, and quickly go-to-market while facilitating faster time-to-value throughout their digital transformation journey. As a global platform leader for Enterprise Marketplaces (B2B & B2C), Thing Commerce, B2B and D2C, Spryker has empowered 150+ global enterprise customers in more than 200 countries worldwide and is trusted by brands such as ALDI, Siemens, Hilti, and Ricoh. Gartner® recognized Spryker as a Visionary in the 2021 Magic Quadrant™ for Digital Commerce and has also been named as a major player in B2B e-Commerce by IDC. Spryker is a privately held technology company headquartered in Berlin, Germany and New York, USA. Find out more at https://spryker.com
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In Willamette National Cemetery in Oregon, lines of marble rise row on row above acres of vivid green. Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Linda Campbell knew the view well. She had chosen her nearby waterfront apartment so that she could see, from a distance, the place where her wife silently waited for her.
Nancy Lynchild died of cancer in 2012. It was too soon. Too soon for Campbell, who lived another six years without the love of her life. Too soon for a nation that had not yet federally legalized same-sex marriage, leaving Campbell with little recourse when Veterans Affairs denied her request for Lynchild's burial on the same hallowed ground to which other military spouses were entitled.
Still, Campbell fought. Oregon state leaders helped her convince Veterans Affairs to allow Lynchild's remains to be interred at Willamette. When Campbell died in 2018, her ashes were buried with her wife's and sealed behind a stone carved with a sandhill crane, a symbol for their undying love.
Campbell was the first gay veteran to secure burial rights for her spouse, and the pair were the first same-sex military couple to be buried together at a US national cemetery.
Campbell put their legacy into words in 2013: "Our nation will know and everyone who passes by here will know that we lovingly, proudly and legally were wed, and that we have earned the right to be here in this hallowed space."
The right to a military burial for gay spouses was guaranteed nationwide with the legalization of same-sex marriage in 2015, but only a handful of known same-sex military couples are buried across the 172 national cemeteries in the US -- grounds reserved chiefly for military members and selected family.
For most, the honor has been hard won with bravery and unerring love.
Brad Avakian was one of the Oregon state leaders who helped Lynchild secure a place for her wife at Willamette. In the process, he got to know the couple he describes as "remarkable."
"The word 'fight' is used so often in politics it loses its meaning," he told CNN. "But this was a fight."
Avakian is now a professor at Willamette University, and a vice president at Clark College in Vancouver, Washington. When he first met Campbell and Lynchild in 2012, he was the Oregon state labor commissioner. To Campbell, he said, her military service and her marriage were two of the most important things in her life. She wanted to be buried in Willamette, where her veteran father was buried. But she also wanted to be with the woman she loved.
"Linda had expressed for so long the dismay that she and her father had given their entire careers to this country and this country would not recognize her as a human being in return," Avakian said.
"She had gone through the era of 'don't ask, don't tell.' She had gone through everything you would think a woman had to go through in the military. And this final fight felt like that whole era all over again."
Avakian said his repeated appeals to then-President Barack Obama went unheeded. It was Eric Shinseki, former US secretary of Veterans Affairs, who advanced Campbell's case and eventually granted her the waiver she needed for Lynchild's burial.
Avakian and his wife remained close with Campbell after that. She showed them the apartment she bought across the river. When she died, Avakian spoke at her funeral. There was no pomp and bluster, he said. Just a feeling of warmth, of celebration. Of two people together again, as they should be.
"They were two of the most loving, compassionate people you'd ever want to meet," he said. "Linda had a disciplined and driven military side to her, in beautiful combination with a loving, compassionate view of the world. It showed in everything she did, and it showed in her relationship."
At the same time Campbell was fighting for her wife's memory in Oregon, Madelynn Taylor was waging a similar battle in Idaho. The longtime LGBTQ activist and Navy veteran met her wife, Jeanne Mixner, in 1995. It was love at first sight. Together, they attended church and made a name for themselves in their Boise-area community until Mixner's death in 2012.
Taylor wanted Mixner's remains to be buried at the military site where she herself hoped to rest one day, but no amount of influence or anger could persuade the Idaho Department of Veterans Affairs to allow it. At the time, the Defense of Marriage Act meant same-sex spouses could only be buried together at such sites if they lived in states where their marriage was deemed legal. Idaho was not such a state, and a lawsuit Taylor filed against the state's VA was rejected.
It wasn't until Idaho's ban on same-sex marriage was overturned in 2014 that Mixner's place in the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery was secured.
Taylor's righteous defiance was a hallmark of her activism, her sister Karen Hicks said.
"She was always a problem solver," Hicks told the Idaho Statesman. "If there's a will, there's a way with her."
When Taylor took on the lawsuit, Hicks said she asked her sister if she thought she was taking on too much.
"She said, 'No, when you feel strongly enough about something, you get it done.'"
Taylor was a fixture at Pride events and other gatherings in her area. When she died in 2021, she was mourned as the mother of a movement, a wife whose devotion would be enshrined in history and in stone.
A resting place at a national cemetery is a great honor for military veterans, one that was denied many same-sex couples until 2015. However, gay veterans have always fought for their right to be included and celebrated in such spaces.
Since 1980, LGBTQ activists have taken part in memorial ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, the largest and most famous national cemetery in the country. And yet, no same-sex military couples are known to be marked among the 400,000 graves there.
Not far from Arlington, the Congressional Cemetery in Washington, DC, is the site of a one-of-a-kind LGBTQ section that honors military members and national leaders who fought for equality and dignity. Their tombstones shout into the silence: "Gay is good," reads a plaque below the grave of Frank Kameny, an iconic activist, civil servant and World War II veteran. A glossy nameless marble headstone marks the grave of Leonard Matlovich, one of the first LGBTQ veterans to protest the military's ban on homosexuality, as one belonging to "A Gay Vietnam Veteran."
"When I was in the military they gave me a medal for killing two men," his stone reads, "and a discharge for loving one."
To be recognized in death not only for their service, but for their true selves, was a righteous quarrel for these veterans, who served their country despite criminalization and oppression of their identities.
Today, in a slightly brighter future, that torch is held high by couples like Campbell and Lynchild, like Taylor and Mixner, and like the Rev. Lowell Worthington and his husband, Ken Sims.
Worthington, an Army veteran who served in the Korean War, died in 2017 and was interred at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. When his husband Ken Sims died in 2021, they became the first same-sex couple to be buried at the site.
The Rev. Erin Wyma of the Cathedral of Hope presided over Sims' burial. She remembers the couple, who had been attending the church since the 1990s, as strong, admired fixtures in the congregation. They loved people, she said, and hosted parties at their house for years.
When Worthington died, the community came together to support Sims in his grief. After all, they were family.
"Family can be such a loaded word for LGBTQ people," Wyma said. "So many have difficult relationships with their own families. That's why chosen family is so important."
It was very hot the day Wyma helped lay Sims to rest with his husband. Family -- chosen and otherwise -- were in abundant attendance. The military staff at the Dallas-Forth Worth cemetery were nothing but lovely, she said. In fact, it wasn't until after the service that the true significance of the event dawned on her.
In the moment, under a searing Dallas sun, she was just grateful to pay remembrance to them as they were, and name the love they had chosen for each other.
"We were in a military place. There were people in uniform, guards nearby. And I felt free to speak about their time together," she said. "It was a privilege to be able to speak openly about how much they loved each other."
With time, more such couples are destined to find similar peace together. When they are laid to rest, the tireless battles of their forebears will ensure they are honored wholly -- as veterans and as family.
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- Pelacarsen is a potentially first-in-class treatment specifically targeting elevated lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)), an independent, inherited and causal risk factor for cardiovascular disease
- There are currently no approved pharmacological therapies to effectively lower Lp(a), which cannot be effectively addressed by diet and other lifestyle changes
- Topline results expected 2025
CARLSBAD, Calif., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: IONS) today announced that Novartis has completed patient enrollment of the pivotal Phase 3 Lp(a) HORIZON cardiovascular outcomes study of pelacarsen, with 8,325 study participants. Lp(a) HORIZON is evaluating the safety and efficacy of pelacarsen in reducing cardiovascular events in patients with cardiovascular disease and elevated levels of Lp(a). Topline data from the study are expected in 2025. Novartis licensed pelacarsen from Ionis in 2019.
Pelacarsen, formerly IONIS-APO(a)-LRx, is an investigational antisense medicine designed to inhibit the production of apolipoprotein(a) in the liver to reduce elevated lipoprotein(a) or Lp(a) levels, an independent, inherited and causal risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and calcific aortic valve stenosis. High Lp(a) levels, which are associated with significant risk of coronary heart disease, cannot be reduced with lifestyle modifications or with existing lipid-lowering therapies. Pelacarsen uses Ionis' Ligand-Conjugated Antisense (LICA) technology platform.
"Completing enrollment of this pivotal outcomes study brings us closer to the day when this potentially transformative treatment is available to patients," said Sotirios "Sam" Tsimikas, M.D., senior vice president, clinical development and cardiovascular franchise leader at Ionis, who specializes in Lp(a). "There are no approved pharmacological therapies to effectively lower Lp(a) for the more than eight million patients living with cardiovascular disease and elevated levels of Lp(a) worldwide. We are grateful to the patients, investigators and site staff who are participating to make the Phase 3 Lp(a) HORIZON study possible."
Data from a Phase 2 study showed pelacarsen reduced Lp(a) levels below the recommended threshold of risk for CVD events (<50 mg/dL, <125 nmol/L) in 98% of participants with the dose being used in the Lp(a) HORIZON study.
Additional information about Lp(a) HORIZON (NCT04023552) may be found at ClinicalTrials.gov.
Lp(a) HORIZON is a global, multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled pivotal Phase 3 study conducted by Novartis. The study is designed to support an indication for the reduction of cardiovascular risk in patients with established CVD and elevated Lp(a) with 80 mg of pelacarsen administered monthly via subcutaneous administration. The study has enrolled 8,325 participants. Topline results are expected in 2025.
The primary objectives of the study are to demonstrate superiority compared to placebo in reducing the risk of expanded MACE (Major Adverse Cardiac Events) such as cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, non-fatal stroke and urgent coronary re-vascularization requiring hospitalization in the overall study population with established CVD and Lp(a) ≥ 70 mg/dL, and in the population with Lp(a) ≥ 90 mg/dL.
Lp(a) is a lipoprotein particle assembled in the liver that consists of an LDL-C-like particle and apolipoprotein(a). Lp(a) levels in the blood can vary greatly between individuals primarily due to genetic variations and do not correlate with LDL-C levels. Even patients with LDL-C lowered to target levels (<70 mg/dL) remain at high-risk of cardiovascular events if they have high levels of Lp(a). Elevated Lp(a) is a genetically determined condition that is not responsive to lifestyle changes, therefore patients are unable to adequately control their Lp(a) levels through improved diet or increased physical activity. Elevated Lp(a) is recognized as an independent, genetic cause of coronary artery disease, heart attack, stroke, peripheral arterial disease and aortic stenosis. Currently, there is no effective drug therapy to specifically and robustly lower elevated levels of Lp(a).
Pelacarsen, licensed by Novartis for exclusive worldwide development, manufacturing and commercialization, is an investigational antisense medicine designed to reduce apolipoprotein(a) production in the liver to offer a direct approach for reducing circulating lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), an atherogenic, pro-inflammatory and thrombogenic lipoprotein that induces additional cardiovascular risk independent of LDL-cholesterol, in patients already treated with LDL-C-lowering therapies (such as statins or PCSK9 inhibitors).
For more than 30 years, Ionis has been the leader in RNA-targeted therapy, pioneering new markets and changing standards of care with its novel antisense technology. Ionis currently has three marketed medicines and a premier late-stage pipeline highlighted by industry-leading cardiovascular and neurological franchises. Our scientific innovation began and continues with the knowledge that sick people depend on us, which fuels our vision of becoming a leading, fully integrated biotechnology company.
To learn more about Ionis visit www.ionispharma.com and follow us on Twitter @ionispharma.
This press release includes forward-looking statements regarding Ionis' business and the therapeutic and commercial potential of Ionis' technologies, pelacarsen and other products in development. Any statement describing Ionis' goals, expectations, financial or other projections, intentions or beliefs is a forward-looking statement and should be considered an at-risk statement. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including those related to the impact COVID-19 could have on our business, and including but not limited to, those related to our commercial products and the medicines in our pipeline, and particularly those inherent in the process of discovering, developing and commercializing medicines that are safe and effective for use as human therapeutics, and in the endeavor of building a business around such medicines. Ionis' forward-looking statements also involve assumptions that, if they never materialize or prove correct, could cause its results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Although Ionis' forward-looking statements reflect the good faith judgment of its management, these statements are based only on facts and factors currently known by Ionis. As a result, you are cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements. These and other risks concerning Ionis' programs are described in additional detail in Ionis' annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2021 and the most recent Form 10-Q quarterly filing, which are on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Copies of these and other documents are available from the Company.
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Innovative, value-based program will enhance care quality for Medicare beneficiaries, reduce administrative burden for primary care providers, and provide Equality Health with a glidepath to ACO REACH
PHOENIX, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Equality Health, a leading provider of value-based physician networks uniquely equipped to address the needs of diverse and historically underserved populations, announced that it has been accepted as a Direct Contracting Entity (DCE) in Arizona, under the name "Equality Health Direct." The innovative federal program, Global and Professional Direct Contracting ("Direct Contracting" or GPDC), supports coordinated care for Medicare beneficiaries by helping primary care providers coordinate care across multiple settings, spend more time with patients with complex conditions, and improve patient outcomes.
The GPDC program, administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and its Center for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation (CMMI), is among the most dramatic steps ever taken toward advancing value-based models at scale, and is the latest development in CMS' long-standing commitment to accountable care. The program builds on more than a decade of focused, bipartisan progress toward an accountable care model that recognizes and rewards primary care providers for delivering more holistic, 'whole-person' care to Medicare populations. By participating in this program with Equality Health, provider partners can unlock additional home- and community-based services for patients, including Equality Health's entire portfolio of clinical support programs that address socioeconomic barriers to care. Equality Health Direct is participating in the second cohort of the program, which began January 1, 2022.
Participating in Direct Contracting also provides Equality Health with a clear pathway to the new health equity-focused alternative payment model, ACO REACH (Accountable Care Organization Realizing Equity, Access, and Community Health). The recently announced ACO REACH model, which will replace the GPDC program on January 1, 2023, builds on CMMI's longstanding vision to promote accountable healthcare delivery. ACO REACH will employ an innovative payment approach to better support care delivery and coordination for patients in underserved communities. It will also require that all participants develop and implement a robust health equity plan to identify underserved communities and implement initiatives to measurably reduce health disparities within their beneficiary populations.
"Equality Health has always believed that value-based payment models can act as powerful vehicles for promoting health equity and addressing the social determinants of health for underserved populations," said Brandon Clark, chief strategy officer at Equality Health. "We are absolutely thrilled to see CMMI embed this philosophy into the core design of the next wave of accountable care programs."
With deep experience in technology-driven primary care transformation across Medicaid, ACA Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and dually eligible populations, Equality Health is well-positioned to empower its primary care partners with the tools, training, practice management support, and aligned incentives to succeed in Direct Contracting. Equality Health welcomes inquiries from primary care practices and specialists interested in exploring participation in Direct Contracting in partnership with Equality Health Direct. To learn more please visit: https://www.equalityhealth.com/direct/.
About Equality Health
Equality Health, LLC is a Phoenix-based whole-health delivery system focused on transforming value-based care delivery with population specific programs that improve access, quality, and member trust. Through an integrated technology and services platform, culturally competent provider network and personalized care model, Equality Health helps managed care plans and health systems improve outcomes for diverse populations while simultaneously making the transition to risk-based accountability. For more information about Equality Health, visit www.equalityhealth.com or follow @EqualityHealth on LinkedIn and @EqualityHealth on Twitter.
The statements contained in this document are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of CMS. The authors assume responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information contained in this document.
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EATONTON — Author Karen White’s just-released book “The Shop on Royal Street” will be the focus of her “Meet the Author” presentation, live at the Georgia Writers Museum on May 3. Brunch will start at 10 a.m.; the program at 11:30 a.m.
White is the New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of more than 30 books, including the Tradd Street mystery series, “The Last Night in London,” “Dreams of Falling,” “The Night the Lights Went Out,” “Flight Patterns,” “The Sound of Glass,” and “A Long Time Gone.” With almost 2 million books in print in 15 languages, White’s “The Shop on Royal Street” will be the focus of her meet the author presentation.
Interested persons can pick up a copy of “The Shop on Royal Street” ($27) in advance at the writers museum, Thursday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., or pre-order by email at info@georgiawritersmuseum.org.
Tickets for the event are $45 per person ($40 each for two or more) and will feature a progressive brunch of New Orleans finger foods with mimosas, and a shopping party that will involve The FolksArt Mercantile and Café, The Artisans Village Art Gallery, Maggie Lane, 12 Threads Boutique, and dessert by The Golden Whisk.
White’s roots run deep in the South, where many of her novels are set. Her intricate plot lines and compelling characters charm and captivate her readers with the right mix of family drama, mystery, intrigue and romance. White first pursued a career in business and graduated cum laude with a BS degree in management from Tulane University. In 2000, she wrote her first book, “In the Shadow of the Moon.” Her books — referred to as “grit lit” (Southern Women’s Fiction) — have since been nominated for numerous national awards, including the Southern Indie Booksellers Alliance Fiction Book of the Year.
In “The Shop on Royal Street,” lead character Nola Trenholm, after a difficult detour on her road to adulthood, is looking to begin anew in New Orleans, and what better way to start her future than with her first house? But once the keys are in hand, she finds that this construction job is going to require a lot more than anticipated. There are a bunch of restless spirits that don’t seem quite ready to move out of their previous home.
Nola isn’t a medium like her stepmother, but luckily, she happens to know someone who is. Unfortunately, it’s the last person on earth she wants to have anything to do with: Beau Ryan. Ryan comes with his own dark past — one that involves the disappearance of his sister and parents during Hurricane Katrina — and he’s connected to the unsolved murder of a woman who once lived in the old Creole cottage Nola is determined to make her own ... whether the resident restless spirits agree or not.
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First on CNN: Senators announce bipartisan deal on long-sought bill to help veterans exposed to burn pits during military service
By Jessica Dean and Ali Zaslav, CNN
The two top-ranking senators on the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee on Wednesday announced a long-sought bipartisan deal on a comprehensive bill that could help millions of veterans who were exposed to toxic burn pits during their military service.
“For far too long, our nation’s veterans have been living with chronic illnesses as a result of exposures during their time in uniform. Today, we’re taking necessary steps to right this wrong with our proposal that’ll provide veterans and their families with the health care and benefits they have earned and deserve,” Sen. Jon Tester, a Montana Democrat and the committee’s chairman, and Sen. Jerry Moran, a Kansas Republican and ranking member of the panel, said in a joint statement.
The agreement is years in the making, and, if successful, would amount to a major bipartisan victory. Tester and Moran’s joint statement signals their effort to win the 60 votes needed for the measure to pass the 50-50 Senate.
The achievement would also be a win for President Joe Biden, who has championed the legislation and has been personally affected by the issue. Biden believes burn pits may have caused the brain cancer that killed his son Beau, an Iraq War veteran, in 2015. During his State of the Union address earlier this year, Biden called on Congress to pass this legislation.
Tester and Moran’s Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2022 would authorize “the most comprehensive toxic exposure package the Senate has ever delivered to veterans in this country’s history,” according to the two senators. The bill is named in honor of Sgt. 1st Class Heath Robinson, who died in 2020 from toxic exposure tied to his military service, and is an amended version of the Honoring Our PACT Act that passed the House earlier this year.
Burn pits seen as this generation’s Agent Orange
Burn pits were commonly used to burn waste, including everyday trash, munitions, hazardous material and chemical compounds at military sites throughout Iraq and Afghanistan until about 2010.
These massive open-air burn pits, which were often operated at or near military bases, released dangerous toxins into the air that, upon exposure, may have caused short- and long-term health conditions, according to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. A 2020 member survey by the advocacy organization Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America found that 86% of respondents were exposed to burn pits or other toxins.
The VA has denied approximately 70% of veterans’ burn pit claims since 9/11, according to previous statements by Moran.
Among its priorities, the legislation would widely expand health care resources and benefits to former military service members exposed to burn pits and could provide coverage for up to 3.5 million toxic-exposed veterans. It adds 23 conditions related to burn pit and toxic exposure, including hypertension, to the VA’s list of illnesses that have been incurred or exacerbated during military service, removing the burden for veterans to prove that their toxic exposure resulted in these conditions.
The bill also calls for investments in VA health care facilities, claims processing and the VA workforce while also strengthening federal research on toxic exposure, which has been a priority for Biden as well.
Negotiations have lasted over a year
The senators worked with key House members to negotiate the deal, including Rep. Mark Takano, a California Democrat and chairman of the chamber’s Veterans’ Affairs Committee, who introduced the House-passed bill, which the senators’ agreement amends.
In March, the US House of Representatives passed sweeping burn pit legislation called the Honoring our PACT Act. The final vote was 256-174, with 34 Republicans joining all Democrats in support of passage.
Key changes agreed on by Tester and Moran would phase in presumptions, which connect the illness to military service making veterans eligible for health care, and amend the presumptive process, with the goal of easing and streamlining the change for the VA.
Comedian and political commentator Jon Stewart, a longtime advocate for 9/11 first responders and victims, has been a high-profile figure in the effort to raise attention to getting health care benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits in recent years.
“We can’t wait any longer. This delay is unconscionable,” Stewart said at a news conference outside the US Senate in March alongside Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, urging the chamber to pass comprehensive legislation to help toxic-exposed veterans.
“The bottom line is our country exposed our own veterans to poison for years, and we knew about it, and we did not act with urgency and appropriateness,” Stewart said earlier this year at a virtual roundtable with the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee. “And therefore, we’ve lost men and women who served this country. They’ve died out of our inaction.”
Tester and Moran will now work to finalize the text of the bill and are pushing to hold a vote as soon as next week. Schumer supports the agreement, according to his office, and has previously committed to bring the bill to the floor for a vote, which is expected in the coming weeks.
This story has been updated with additional developments.
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PARMA, Italy, July 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sidel, a leading global provider of packaging solutions, is inviting customers to meet its experts at Munich's drinktec 2022 (12-16 September) to discuss industry challenges and discover the packaging solutions of the future. drinktec is a world-leading beverage and liquid food industry trade show. Visitors to Sidel's booth 339 (hall A6), will be guided through a unique experience.
The stand showcases advanced systems and services, line engineering, and digital and eco-solutions, including aseptic production, sustainability, packaging optimisation and holistic turnkey solutions.
An immersive experience, with advanced multimedia illustrating the latest packaging equipment and processes, the stand is designed to engage all the senses.
Ko Hoepman, Executive Vice President – Portfolio, Innovation & Marketing at Sidel, said:
"We will be renewing and building relationships and demonstrating the very best of our offer as a trusted, reliable partner. We are confident that our superior performance and technological expertise will help our customers meet the challenges of the future."
Sidel will demonstrate its key expertise in:
Digital evolution
Top-class digital solutions enabling customers to face challenges, and reach peak production performance without compromising operational costs, product quality or environmental impact. The Evo-ON® software suite offers powerful cloud computing and data analytic technologies.
Sustainable transformation
Eco-friendly packaging alternatives, from 100% recycled PET (rPET) and light-weighted primary packaging with tethered caps, to optimised secondary and tertiary packaging alternatives.
Aseptic
With 47 years' experience in aseptic packaging equipment technology, Sidel will be premiering a new development.
Complete line solutions
Sidel has expertise and a comprehensive portfolio of services in every related field including line concept, engineering, line control and automation, packaging technologies and equipment.
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Givex has launched GivexPOS in Holiday Inn Mexico City Trade Center, Crowne Plaza Lancaster and Crowne Plaza Tlalnepantla, with the second phase to expand room service and gift card capabilities for all properties
TORONTO, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Global fintech company Givex announced today that its Mexico office has completed the installation of GivexPOS at Holiday Inn Mexico City Trade Center, Crowne Plaza Lancaster and Crowne Plaza Tlalnepantla.
In addition to GivexPOS, the three hotels are also utilizing the company's Inventory Module to manage and control inventory costs for the buffet, table service, and event and banquet rooms, as well as Givex's interface with their third-party property management system, which verifies occupancy and adds up the guest's detailed expenses from their entire visit.
"This agreement illustrates the depth and breadth of what Givex can offer, and why more and more big players in the hospitality industry are taking advantage of multiple Givex services," said Javier Aguilar, Managing Director of Givex Mexico. "One of Givex's differentiators is our ability to integrate not only our products, but also any other external partners, to create a seamless technology ecosystem, making it easy for our clients to improve efficiency and make good business decisions."
The second phase of the installation will include Givex's Online Ordering Module, which will be used for automating room service orders, as well as setup of gift cards that can be redeemed at any revenue center in any of the three hotels.
"2022 has been a great year for Givex, and the successful installation of GivexPOS in three signature hotels is a big step forward for our Mexico office," said Don Gray, CEO of Givex. "We look forward to the next phase in the installation process and continuing to grow our footprint in Mexico."
Givex (TSX: GIVX;OTCQX: GIVXF) is a global fintech company providing merchants with customer engagement, point of sale and payment solutions, all in a single platform. We are integrated with 1000+ technology partners, creating a fully end-to-end solution that delivers powerful customer insights. Our platform is used by some of the world's largest brands, comprising approximately 116,000 locations across more than 100 countries. Learn more at givex.com.
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Aimed at rising glaucoma rates in U.S. military service members
ALEXANDRIA, Va. and RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MellingMedical, a CVE-Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and New World Medical, a global medical device company focused on glaucoma treatment, today announced an agreement that will help address a rise in glaucoma diagnoses among military service members.
"It is an honor to work with a company whose product line is exceeded in quality only by their history of helping others," said Chris Melling, founder and CEO of MellingMedical. "Teaming up with a company that has pursued excellence in technology while caring for the world's disadvantaged is a reflection of the best in medicine."
The agreement is a natural outgrowth of a shared commitment to delivering best-in-class ophthalmic products and supplies. MellingMedical serves federal health facilities through its Medical Equipment and Surgical Federal Supply Schedule and New World Medical offers an array of devices and implants related to the treatment of glaucoma.
"As our company continues to grow we are constantly looking for opportunities to expand our reach and ultimately serve more patients. MellingMedical has established a strong presence and reputation within the field of ophthalmology serving government facilities. This partnership will allow us to provide better access to our world class portfolio of Glaucoma products to these veterans suffering from Glaucoma," said Raymond Kong, Chief Commercial Officer at New World Medical.
About MellingMedical
MellingMedical, a CVE-Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), holds a Medical Equipment and Surgical Federal Supply Schedule (Med/Surg), as well as a Pharmaceutical Schedule, and currently serves more than 165 VA Medical Centers and 300 VA Outpatient clinics, all seven (7) VA CMOPs, 95 DoD Medical Facilities and Health and Human Services (HHS), including Indian Health Services (IHS) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC). MellingMedical provides access to innovative and cost-effective healthcare solutions in ophthalmology, optometry. To learn more, visit MellingMedical.com.
About New World Medical
New World Medical was founded by Dr. A. Mateen Ahmed, who was determined to develop, manufacture, and market cutting-edge medical devices to alleviate ophthalmic ailments globally. New World Medical's mission is to preserve and enhance vision by delivering innovations to benefit humanity and achieves this through partnerships with surgeons and eye care professionals who are dedicated to alleviating the burden of blindness around the globe.
The company's product portfolio includes its flagship devices, the market-leading glaucoma drainage device, the Ahmed® Glaucoma Valve; the newest valveless glaucoma drainage device, the Ahmed ClearPath®, the Kahook Dual Blade® and KDB GLIDE®, which are used for goniotomy procedures to excise trabecular meshwork via an ab interno approach; and now the newest member of their innovative portfolio, the STREAMLINE® Surgical System. To learn more about the unique mission of New World Medical or their innovative product line, please visit https://www.newworldmedical.com
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Bed Bath & Beyond was unable to overcome supply issues during the final quarter of the year that have tripped up the home goods chain for months and it warned Wednesday that those problems are carrying over into the new year.
It also reported a surprise loss in a quarter when many other retailers booked surging profits.
The retailer has been unable to secure popular merchandise and it’s dragging down sales. For the three months ended Feb. 26, sales fell 22% to $2.05 billion.
Shortages led to an estimated negative impact of about $175 million in sales during the quarter, CEO Mark Tritton said.
Comparable store sales, which includes online sales, slumped 12%.
“The lack of available inventory to sell proved to be a continuing impediment to sales through the remainder of the fourth quarter and into the early part of fiscal 2022,” Tritton said in prepared statement. “Specifically, despite our overall inventory levels, product in transit, not available for sale or held at port remained abnormally high, particularly in key items.”
Some industry analysts were skeptical. Global supply disruptions have been well documented as nations emerge from the worst economic shocks of the pandemic. But Neil Saunders, managing director of GlobalData, said supply issues at Bed Bath & Beyond, “have been occurring for a long time and are deep seated.”
“Perhaps the most worrying thing is that if Bed Bath & Beyond is delivering such rotten numbers during a period of extremely elevated demand when consumer confidence was riding high, how will it fare now that the retail economy is turning sour?” Saunders asked. “In a more constrained economic environment, we are concerned that the company’s fortunes may well deteriorate further.”
Economists have grown concerned over the resiliency of consumer demand as inflation soars. On Tuesday, the U.S. reported that inflation in the past year rose at its fastest pace in more than four decades.
Shares of Bed Bath & Beyond, down 40% over the past year, slipped another 2% Wednesday.
Tritton said the Union, New Jersey, company is investing in supply chain and technological infrastructure to rectify its supply issues.
During the fourth quarter, Bed Bath & Beyond lost $159 million, or $1.79 per share. Stripping out nonrecurring benefits, it lost 92 cents per share. That caught industry analysts, who had been expecting a 2 cent per-share profit according to a poll by Zacks Investment Research, by surprise.
During the same quarter last year, the company earned $9 million, or 8 cents per share. | https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/bed-bath-beyond-snared-by-ongoing-supply-issues/ | 2022-04-13T19:45:01Z |
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Former Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vázquez was arrested Thursday in the U.S. territory on corruption charges, an official told The Associated Press.
Two other unidentified people were arrested along with her, said the official, who was not authorized to talk about the federal case.
Juan Rosado-Reynés, a spokesman for Vázquez, told the AP he did not have immediate comment.
In mid-May, Vázquez’s attorney told reporters that he and his client were preparing for possible charges as the former governor at the time denied any wrongdoing: “I can tell the people of Puerto Rico that I have not committed any crime, that I have not engaged in any illegal or incorrect conduct, as I have always said.”
Vázquez was the second woman to serve as Puerto Rico’s governor and the first former governor to face federal charges. Former Gov. Aníbal Acevedo Vilá was charged with campaign finance violations while in office and was found not guilty in 2009. He had been the first Puerto Rico governor to be charged with a crime in recent history.
Vázquez was sworn in as governor in August 2019 after former Gov. Ricardo Rosselló stepped down following massive protests. She served until 2021, after losing the primaries of the pro-statehood New Progressive Party to now Gov Pedro Pierluisi.
Vázquez previously served as the island’s justice secretary and a district attorney for more than 30 years.
She became governor after Puerto Rico’s Supreme Court ruled that the swearing in of Pierluisi — who was secretary of state in 2019 — as governor was unconstitutional. Vázquez at the time said she was not interested in running for office and would only finish the nearly two years left in Rosselló’s term.
Rosselló had resigned after tens of thousands of Puerto Ricans took to the street, angry over corruption, mismanagement of public funds and an obscenity-laced chat in which he and 11 other men including public officials made fun of women, gay people and victims of Hurricane Maria, among others.
Shortly after she was sworn in, Vázquez told the AP that her priorities were to fight corruption, secure federal hurricane recovery funds and help lift Puerto Rico out of a deep economic crisis as the government sought to emerge from bankruptcy.
During the interview, she told the AP that she had long wanted to be in public service: as a girl, she would stand on her balcony and hold imaginary trials, always finding the supposed defendants guilty. | https://cw33.com/news/international/ap-international/official-ex-puerto-rico-governor-wanda-vazquez-arrested/ | 2022-08-04T13:07:35Z |
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A conservative-backed initiative to publish voter registration records from across the country online for public consumption can move forward over the objections of New Mexico election regulators, a federal judge has ordered in a preliminary opinion.
Albuquerque-based U.S. District Court Judge James Browning issued an order last Friday preventing New Mexico state prosecutors from pursuing allegations of possible election code violations against the creators of VoteRef.com.
The VoteRef.com website provides searchable access to voter registration records by name and street addresses, often indicating when people voted in past elections.
The online records do not say for which candidates the people voted or how they voted on initatives. Party affiliation is listed for voters in some states but not all.
The Voter Reference Foundation that created the website advocates for voting accountability by making voter information more accessible to the public.
Following the ruling, the foundation said it would post New Mexico voter rolls online starting Tuesday.
The decision doesn’t apply to New Mexico voters enrolled in a confidential address program aimed at protecting victims of domestic violence and stalking.
New Mexico election regulators contend that the effort violates state restrictions on the purchase and dissemination of voter registration records — and is likely to discourage voter participation because people may opt out if they know that some of their voting information is being made public.
New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver, a Democrat, in March referred the matter the attorney general’s office for possible prosecution of the Voter Reference Foundation, which published New Mexico registration records online at the time after obtaining them through an out-of-state business. State law restricts the use of voter registration information to political campaigning and election- or government-related activities.
The foundation — backed by former GOP Senate candidate Doug Truax of Illinois — took its New Mexico records offline in response and sued the state in federal court, alleging violations of due process and free speech guarantees.
The judge’s order blocks prosecution while the case advances toward trial and said that the Voter Reference Foundation is likely to prevail in its claim as the victim of viewpoint discrimination by election regulators. Browning said New Mexico state law “does not prohibit Voter Reference — or any organization — from posting voter data online.”
The creators of VoteRef.com are “substantially likely to succeed on the merits of their claim that the Secretary of State’s referral of Voter Reference to the Attorney General for criminal prosecution and her public statements about the referral are an unconstitutional prior restraint on protected speech,” Browning said.
Truax, founder of the Restoration of America organization that funds VoteRef.com, said his group “won’t be intimidated by politicians who, for some reason, don’t want to give the people of their state easy access to election records they pay for.” He is an advocate for limiting voting access largely to in-person voting on Election Day with photo ID requirements and no same-day registration.
VoteRef.com already publishes voter registration information online from at least 28 states and Washington D.C.
Toulouse Oliver spokesman Alex Curtas called the judge’s opinion a “blow to protecting the privacy rights of every New Mexican voter.”
“The fear now is that voters will be less likely to participate in our elections because their voting information — name, residential address, party affiliation, voting history, and year of birth -– will be made easily available online for anyone to obtain and potentially manipulate,” Curtas said.
Some New Mexico neighborhoods this year have been the focus of door-to-door canvassing by volunteers for a group called New Mexico Audit Force that promotes unproven conspiracy theories about the 2020 election.
The door knocking — ostensibly to verify individual voter registrations at peoples’ homes — has generated voter intimidation concerns and counterclaims of threats against canvassers. | https://cw33.com/news/u-s-news/ap-us-headlines/us-judge-oks-online-publication-of-new-mexico-voter-records/ | 2022-07-26T10:57:04Z |
DeRozan scores 50, Bulls rally past Clippers 135-130 in OT
By ANDREW SELIGMAN
AP Sports Writer
CHICAGO (AP) — DeMar DeRozan scored a season-high 50 points and the Chicago Bulls rallied to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 135-130 in overtime. DeRozan finished two points shy of his career high. The five-time All-Star scored 17 in the fourth quarter, though he missed the go-ahead free throw in the closing seconds of regulation after making the first two attempts to tie it. He then scored 10 in overtime, helping the Bulls come away with a win they sorely needed after falling behind by 16 in the third. Chicago, which led the Eastern Conference for a big part of the season, moved a half-game ahead of sixth-place Toronto with five remaining. Reggie Jackson led Los Angeles with 34 points. Paul George scored 22. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/03/31/derozan-scores-50-bulls-rally-past-clippers-135-130-in-ot/ | 2022-04-01T04:19:10Z |
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — A South African court is to rule on efforts to stop British oil giant Shell from conducting any further seismic surveys in the country’s Indian Ocean waters to explore for offshore oil and gas deposits.
Environmental and community groups in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province won an urgent interdict to stop the surveys in December last year and are now asking the court to permanently halt the operations.
This week lawyers representing the Xolobeni community in the Eastern Cape argued that they were not properly consulted by Shell and the government before permission was granted to conduct the survey. Environmental groups Sustaining the Wild Coast and Greenpeace Africa are also part of the lawsuit.
Seismic testing is the blasting of sound waves into the sea to determine the size of oil and gas deposits beneath the ocean floor. Environmental groups in South Africa, particularly in the Cape Town area, have demonstrated against the seismic surveys.
Experts testified that seismic surveys could harm animals in the ocean, including whales and dolphins, contrary to Shell’s submission that the surveys were not harmful to marine life.
Shell conceded that its seismic surveys would not economically benefit the Xolobeni community.
“Why should we endanger these animals in circumstances where we have been told by Shell that there will be no economic spinoffs during the survey itself?” advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi, representing the Xolobeni community, told the court.
Shell failed to conduct proper consultations with the community as required by law, said Ngcukaitobi.
“There is no evidence that the views of the community were taken into account, as they should have,” he said. The original decision to allow the surveys was “unreasonable,” said Ngcukaitobi.
The Xolobeni community regards the ocean as sacred and is part of their traditional rituals to communicate with their ancestors, he said. The seismic testing would interfere with their culture, he said.
Shell and government lawyers argued in court that seismic surveys have been conducted for many years and no harm had been recorded.
They also argued that the government had taken all factors into account when initially granting Shell approval to conduct the surveys.
The Eastern Cape High Court will consider the arguments before ruling on whether Shell should be allowed to continue the surveys or if they should be completely halted. | https://cw33.com/news/science-technology/ap-science/south-africa-court-to-rule-on-shell-offshore-oil-exploration/ | 2022-06-02T22:48:54Z |
Recent research shows moms are the biggest influences teens and even adult women have on learning about breast cancer*
MARLBOROUGH, Mass., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: Grammy Award-Winning Artist and Breast Cancer Survivor Sheryl Crow is a staunch advocate of routine health screenings, including mammograms, as she knows first-hand how vital preventive screenings are for optimal health. A recent study* by Hologic found, among other important information:
- Risk factors of breast cancer are not well understood – just 4 of 12 risk factors were correctly identified by more than half of the study respondents
- Only 59% of respondents who have ever gotten a mammogram are compliant
- #1 preferred and most compelling source of awareness for mammograms is one's mother and #2 is primary care physician
WHO: Sheryl Crow is encouraging all women to prioritize their critical health exams, schedule their annual mammograms and spread the word to the women they love to do the same.
During National Women's Health Week, May 8-14, Sheryl, along with leading radiologist, Dr. Arlene Richardson reminds women about the importance of breast cancer screenings and to make sure they schedule their annual mammograms that were delayed because of the pandemic.
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* MISC-08197 MQD Consulting for Hologic, Mammography Patient Journey: Doorway Study, November 2021, U.S.
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Total Revenue 2022 YTD increase 41% Y/Y & Earning 2022 YTD increased 38% Y/Y
Total Assets Exceeding $74M Second Quarter June 30, 2022
HOUSTON, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Houston Natural Resources Corp. (OTC: HNRC) ("HNR or the Company") announced today record results for the second quarter 2022, quarter ending June 30, 2022. The company's second quarter revenues of $5,125,473 and $8,687,641 for the first six months of 2022 a 41% increase compared to $7,614,534 through June 30, 2021.
The company's net earnings have increased 38% to $5,526,987 for the six-month period ending June 30, 2022, compared to $4,006,260 for the same period ending June 30, 2021. This equates to $0.18 per share in earnings per share (EPS) for the first six months of 2022.
The company's net assets have increased to $74,111,221 and the company's net asset value is $2.43 per share for the period ending June 30, 2022.
In the first quarter the company sponsored HNR Acquisition Corp a special purpose acquisition corporation that raised $86 million for a business combination. The company is currently working on sponsoring a second special purpose acquisition. The company plans to make an up listing to the OTCQB in the fourth quarter.
The second Quarter the company announced a $53M non energy asset spin-off into Worldwide Diversified Holdings, Inc. (WDHI) in 2022 and HNRC's shareholders would receive a dividend of $1.75 of WDHI shares for each HNRC share owned as announced on June 30, 2022. The spin-off changes the focus of the company towards its energy reserves, primarily 83 oil wells, estimated 33 million barrels in Texas among other interests.
About Houston Natural Resources Corp
Houston Natural Resources Corp. (OTCMKTS: HNRC) (www.hnrcholdings.com) is a diversified energy company with oil and gas interests as well as wastewater treatment facilities. The Halff Oil Field in Crockett County, Texas, 83 oil wells, estimated 33 million barrels of oil and water treatment and appraised reserves of $69 million. The company will also continue to seek new oil and gas and wastewater acquisitions as it focuses on creating more value for HNRC investors.
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ROCKVILLE, Md., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CEVA, Inc. (NASDAQ: CEVA) has announced that it has corrected the date for its second quarter 2022 earnings release to August 9, 2022 before the NASDAQ market opens. Following the release, CEVA management will conduct a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the operating performance for the quarter.
The previous announcement incorrectly stated that CEVA would announce results for the second quarter 2022 on August 10, 2022 and conduct a conference call on the same date.
The conference call will be available via the following dial in numbers:
- U.S. Participants: Dial 1-844-435-0316 (Access Code: CEVA)
- International Participants: Dial +1-412-317-6365 (Access Code: CEVA)
The conference call will also be available live via webcast at the following link: https://app.webinar.net/Wq3Dd84dpw6. Please go to the web site at least fifteen minutes prior to the call to register, download and install any necessary audio software.
For those who cannot access the live broadcast, a replay will be available by dialing +1-877-344-7529 or +1-412-317-0088 (access code: 6812163) from one hour after the end of the call until 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) on August 16, 2022. The replay will also be available at CEVA's web site www.ceva-dsp.com.
CEVA is the leading licensor of wireless connectivity and smart sensing technologies and integrated IP solutions for a smarter, safer, connected world. We provide Digital Signal Processors, AI engines, wireless platforms, cryptography cores and complementary software for sensor fusion, image enhancement, computer vision, voice input and artificial intelligence. These technologies are offered in combination with our Intrinsix IP integration services, helping our customers address their most complex and time-critical integrated circuit design projects. Leveraging our technologies and chip design skills, many of the world's leading semiconductors, system companies and OEMs create power-efficient, intelligent, secure and connected devices for a range of end markets, including mobile, consumer, automotive, robotics, industrial, aerospace & defense and IoT.
Our DSP-based solutions include platforms for 5G baseband processing in mobile, IoT and infrastructure, advanced imaging and computer vision for any camera-enabled device, audio/voice/speech and ultra-low-power always-on/sensing applications for multiple IoT markets. For sensor fusion, our Hillcrest Labs sensor processing technologies provide a broad range of sensor fusion software and inertial measurement unit ("IMU") solutions for markets including hearables, wearables, AR/VR, PC, robotics, remote controls and IoT. For wireless IoT, our platforms for Bluetooth (low energy and dual mode), Wi-Fi 4/5/6/6E (802.11n/ac/ax), Ultra-wideband (UWB) and NB-IoT are the most broadly licensed connectivity platforms in the industry.
CEVA is a sustainable and environmentally conscious company, adhering to our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. As such, we emphasize and focus on environmental preservation, recycling, the welfare of our employees and privacy – which we promote on a corporate level. At CEVA, we are committed to social responsibility, values of preservation and consciousness towards these purposes.
Visit us at www.ceva-dsp.com and follow us on Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.
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LOS ANGELES, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WorkingNation, a nonprofit that reports on the future of work, announced today in advance of Mother's Day that it has received a $200,000 grant from ECMC Foundation to help fund "SingleMothers: WorkingForward," documentaries that will highlight how community colleges help single moms overcome adversity.
"ECMC Foundation is proud to support this important work to uplift stories of single mother students and elevate the role that community colleges play in ensuring they attain the associate degrees that will position them for high-wage, in-demand, middle-skill jobs or further education," says Rosario Torres, program officer, career readiness for ECMC Foundation. "Ensuring that single mothers realize their educational dreams and obtain access to high-quality, family-sustaining jobs will benefit all of us and promote the future health and well-being of generations to come."
"SingleMothers: WorkingForward" will consist of short documentaries and an article on campus stories of students, faculty, staff or partners driving solutions for single moms. It will raise awareness of challenges single moms face in juggling parenting, school and work, and identify the solutions schools deploy to improve the moms' graduation rates.
"WorkingNation believes that bringing the stories of real people, in their own words, to public attention encourages action," says Melissa Panzer, WorkingNation's executive producer of video content development and production. "Hearing how individual colleges improved graduation rates for this important population will encourage other institutions to rethink their own support systems and adopt some of the program ideas."
About 15 million U.S. children live with a single mother, and female-householder families have a 27% poverty rate, according to Pew Research Center and the U.S. Census Bureau respectively. Education could be a way to break that cycle of poverty. In fact, 1.7 million single mothers were enrolled in college in 2015-2016, with the largest share in community colleges, according to the Institute for Women's Policy, but only 28% of single mothers enrolled in 2003-2009 earned a certificate or degree six years later.
"SingleMothers: WorkingForward" is envisioned as part of "WorkingForward: The Future of Work," mini-documentary packages exploring overlooked populations and solutions that led them to quality jobs.
About WorkingNation
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SOURCE WorkingNation | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/05/06/ecmc-foundation-grant-will-support-singlemothers-workingforward-workingnation-documentaries-challenges-single-moms/ | 2022-05-06T11:45:43Z |
Mom charged after baby nearly dies from starvation, sheriff’s office says
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Gray News) – A 21-year-old mother in Florida is facing charges after her baby nearly died from starvation because she found feeding the child “annoying,” according to officials.
The Baker County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post that Haylee Kent was charged with multiple counts of child neglect with and without great bodily harm.
The investigation began when Kent’s grandmother took the baby to the hospital April 6 after she noticed that he was severely underweight. Medical staff notified the sheriff’s office that the child was “gravely ill due to life-threatening starvation.”
Hospital staff said the 8-month-old child was the average weight of a 2-month-old. The baby also had a skull fracture.
According to the Baker County Sheriff’s Office, Kent did not visit her baby at the hospital, and she did not cooperate with authorities during their investigation.
Several days later, Kent agreed to meet with detectives. They said Kent admitted that she felt the way her child needed to be fed was “sometimes annoying,” so she opted not to feed him.
Detectives said they discovered the child had suffered a pattern of neglect since the day he was born, including a lack of necessary medical attention, malnourishment and failure to provide a safe home environment. Kent was arrested April 19.
The sheriff’s office said despite the sad circumstances, the child is now recovering, gaining weight and has been placed in foster care.
Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/04/26/mom-charged-after-baby-nearly-dies-starvation-sheriffs-office-says/ | 2022-04-26T21:50:25Z |
Mysterious object spotted flying low over several states
TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD/Gray News) – An unusual object flew over Tucson Wednesday morning, leaving many people questioning what they saw.
According to KOLD, the first object was seen around 5:20 a.m.
As seen in the University of Arizona Hydrology and Atmospheric Sciences webcam, it appears to be flying to the west or northwest at a relatively low altitude.
After the object goes out of view, another is seen descending at the extreme left of the camera’s view.
According to WFIE, the same objects were seen over areas of Kentucky as well.
Meteorologist Arden Gregory said they were likely SpaceX Starlink Satellites that were visible for a few minutes.
“A neat sight for sure, but nothing to be worried about,” Gregory said.
Copyright 2022 KOLD via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/09/07/mysterious-object-spotted-flying-low-over-arizona/ | 2022-09-07T17:53:12Z |
Invitations Sent to HBCUs Across the Country as Part of Orientation for Students Heading Back to School
DURHAM, N.C., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. (Eastern), presenters from You & Five-O (YFO), Kinston Police Department, and Shaw University's Center for Racial and Social Justice (CRSJ) will host a virtual town hall webinar titled "Reality Check 5.0" to discuss community policing and to provide tips for safely surviving encounters with law enforcement. Everyone is welcome, and there is no cost to attend; however, registration is required at www.YouAndFive-O.com.
Founded in 2015 by retired Deputy Police Chief Beverly "BJ" Council, You & Five-O provides customized training for police officers, community organizations, schools and individuals to assist with improving relationships between police and the public they are sworn to protect and serve. YFO was created in response to numerous high-profile cases highlighting deadly encounters between law enforcement and mostly Black and Brown – and often unarmed – individuals. Training sessions address the current lack of trust, communication gaps, problem-solving, Constitutional rights, and potentially devastating consequences of inadequate relationships between the public and the police.
Council said: "Our goal is to save lives. This Reality Check 5.0 webinar is an opportunity for us to provide solutions to keep people safe. Cooperation and communication between the police and the public will take center stage in our efforts to increase safe encounters with law enforcement." Webinar topics will address the history of policing in the U.S., individual rights, police perceptions and misperceptions, police misconduct and accountability, and current cases in the media.
Dr. Erin Moore, executive director for the Center for Racial and Social Justice, said: "The Center for Racial and Social Justice is excited to be a part of this important and timely conversation about creating a better relationship between police and the communities they serve. It is vital that our young people learn how to interact with law enforcement so that they can make it home safely."
You & Five-O training programs pay homage to the merits of cooperation, compliance and communication with officers of the law. Leaders at community organizations and local police departments interested in presenting the signature You & Five-O Community Policing training model can email: training@youandfive-o.com for more information.
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SOURCE You & Five-O (YFO) | https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/07/26/you-amp-five-o-host-free-reality-check-50-community-policing-town-hall-aug-11-increase-safety-amp-survival-during-encounters-with-law-enforcement/ | 2022-07-26T15:02:19Z |
NEW YORK, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has released its annual State of the Specialty Food Industry Report, revealing that the specialty food market reached total sales of $175 billion in 2021, up 7.4 percent versus 5.8 percent the year before, when foodservice's steep decline offset outsized gains in brick-and-mortar retail and ecommerce.
"The specialty food market has prospered amid two difficult years, with our latest research showing specialty continues to grow at a faster rate than all food," said Denise Purcell, Specialty Food Association's vice president, content & education. "Growth will continue, but at a slower pace than the industry experienced during the 2020 pandemic-influenced whirlwind of grocery shopping and at-home meal preparation--and will depend on supply chain bandwidth and shifts in challenges like inflation, shipping issues, cost increases, and materials shortages."
The annual State of the Specialty Food Industry research is an examination of market size and sales; dollar and unit sales growth; specialty food category penetration; and 10-year tracking and forecasting in key categories. New this year: sales forecast for retail, foodservice, and ecommerce; video interviews with members of the supply chain; and a closer look at sales and opportunities in specialty perishables departments.
Top 10 Categories in Retail Dollar Sales
- Meat, poultry, seafood (Frozen, refrigerated)
- Cheese and plant-based cheese
- Chips, pretzels, snacks
- Bread and baked goods
- Coffee and hot cocoa, non-RTD
- Entrees (Refrigerated)
- Chocolate and other confectionery
- Water
- Desserts (Frozen)
- Entrees, lunch, dinner (Frozen)
- Tea and coffee RTD (Refrigerated)
- Creams and creamers (Refrigerated)
- Entrees (Refrigerated)
- Breakfast foods (Frozen)
- Appetizers and snacks (Frozen)
- Seasonings
- Pasta (Refrigerated)
- Fruits and vegetables (Frozen)
- Sauces, pasta, and pizza (Shelf stable)
- Soda and carbonated beverages
- The Supply Chain's Impact on Growth The parts of the industry that will grow in the next few years in part hinge on supply chain bandwidth. Makers continue to report they are unable to properly forecast their sales because they often don't know what their supplier shipments will look like. Lead times for shipments fluctuate, too, causing production schedule delays. All of this influences how makers formulate their products, as they evaluate which SKUs they can confidently produce, made with ingredients they can reliably source and priced properly to achieve profit despite increased raw material costs.
- BIPOC- and Women-Owned Brands in Demand Consumers want more BIPOC- and women-owned brands and retail buyers and foodservice operators are seeking out incubators, brokers, b2b wholesalers and distributors, and even sales consultancies that specialize in supporting and growing these brands. Showcasing these brands has moved far beyond seasonal features to align with observed months like Black History or Women's History, and will continue to expand.
- The Next Retail Formats The pandemic gave retailers insight into the store formats shoppers want next and smaller footprints with minimal human contact are in demand. Expect fast growth of these formats among traditional grocers, who are also reintroducing areas since the COVID scaleback with new ideas.
- Plant-Based Challenges The overall plant-based specialty retail market grew 6 percent, exceeding $7.7 billion in 2021, after stellar 26 percent growth in 2020. Plant-based growth has outpaced the entire specialty retail market, which grew 4 percent in 2021 and 20 percent in 2020. However, some plant-based categories were among 12 total that grew specialty sales slower than the entire market in 2021. These include Yogurt and plant-based yogurt; Tofu; Creams and creamers (Shelf stable); Plant-based milk (Refrigerated); and Plant-based milk (Shelf stable). The largest growth gap is with Plant-based meat alternatives (Refrigerated). It grew 34 percent in specialty but 66 percent in the total market. Historically, this category has been composed of 97 percent specialty items, but it changed in the last three years and now non-specialty items are contributing to much of the growth.
- Specialty Beverages Grow Faster Than Food During 2020's initial height of COVID, specialty food grew faster (21 percent) than beverages (16 percent), but that shifted in 2021 as specialty beverages grew twice as fast as food. It comes down to consumers seeing certain products as critical, and others as discretionary. In this instance food was more a consumer priority during the initial phases of COVID but over time, consumers expanded their shopping lists to include more specialty beverage purchases. RTD alcoholic beverages like hard seltzer, hard kombucha, and fermented functional cocktails, in particular, are growing rapidly.
- Opportunities in Perishables New this year, the SFA took a closer look at specialty perishable sales, which are expected to reach nearly $33.5 billion in 2022. Perishables (random weight, non-UPC'd specialty items sold in a bakery, cheese, deli, meat and seafood sections) are critical to specialty, both in scale and as a good source of growth. For specialty retailers, perishables departments represent enticing, creative merchandising and execution. Plus they are important centers for emerging food and beverage innovation that may eventually migrate to packaged goods categories. After being challenged by shutdowns during COVID, perishables can expand to better meet consumers' needs for hot, ready-to-eat, or take-home, heat-and-eat fresh meals; meal kits; sandwiches, side dishes and salads; breakfast foods; confections and desserts; and hot and cold beverages.
The report will be discussed at the 66th Summer Fancy Food Show on the Main Stage on Sunday, June 12, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Open only to the trade, the Summer Fancy Food Show is the largest B2B-only specialty food and beverage show in the U.S. Registration for the Summer Fancy Food Show is at fancyfoodshows.com.
The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has been the leading trade association and source of information about the $175 billion specialty food industry for 70 years. Founded in 1952 in New York City, the SFA represents manufacturers, importers, retailers, distributors, brokers, and others in the trade. The SFA is known for its Fancy Food Shows; the sofi™ Awards, which have honored excellence in specialty food and beverage for 50 years; the Trendspotter Panel Show reports and annual predictions; the State of the Specialty Food Industry Report and Today's Specialty Food Consumer research; the ecommerce enabled SFA Product Marketplace, where members showcase products and sell directly to qualified buyers; SFA Feed, the daily source for industry news, trends and new product information, and Spill & Dish: A Specialty Food Association Podcast.
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Twitter: @Specialty_Food
Instagram: @specialtyfoodassociation
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IndyCar clears Colton Herta to race in Indy 500 after crash
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Colton Herta has been cleared to drive in the Indianapolis 500. The decision comes a day after he flipped end-over-end in a harrowing crash. The Andretti Autosport driver walked out of the infield care center uninjured Friday but required further evaluation before getting the green light to race. Andretti Autosport posted on Twitter that Herta “has been officially cleared by IndyCar medical” to participate in Sunday’s Indy 500. His crash with 25 minutes remaining in “Carb Day” destroyed the No. 26 car and forced his team to scramble to get a backup ready. He will start 25th in IndyCar’s premier event. | https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/28/indycar-clears-colton-herta-to-race-in-indy-500-after-crash/ | 2022-05-28T23:32:55Z |
Michigan teen’s trial in school shooting moved to January
PONTIAC, Mich. (AP) — A judge has postponed a murder trial until January in the case of a teenager accused of killing four fellow students and wounding others at a Michigan high school.
Lawyers for Ethan Crumbley say a September trial date wouldn’t leave enough time to go through evidence and prepare. The Oakland County prosecutor’s office didn’t object.
Judge Kwame Rowe set a trial for Jan. 17.
The 16-year-old Crumbley is charged with murder and other crimes in the November shooting at Oxford High School.
Earlier that day, his parents were summoned to discuss the boy’s disturbing drawings on a math assignment, but they declined to take him home. James and Jennifer Crumbley are charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | https://www.wibw.com/2022/06/23/michigan-teens-trial-school-shooting-moved-january/ | 2022-06-23T14:49:18Z |
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