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Russian pipeline sanctions raise fears of gas interruption
BERLIN (AP) — European gas prices have risen after Russian state-owned exporter Gazprom said it would no longer send supplies to Europe via a pipeline in Poland, citing new sanctions that Moscow imposed on European energy companies. The move doesn’t immediately block large amounts of natural gas to Europe but intensifies fears that the war in Ukraine will lead to wide-ranging cutoffs. Gazprom said Thursday that it would ban the use of the Yamal pipeline that reaches Germany through Poland. While that cuts off a supply route to Europe, the pipeline’s entry point to Germany has not been used much this year. Plus, Gazprom has already cut off gas to Poland for refusing a demand to pay in rubles.
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| 2022-05-13T14:46:33Z
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There's a new kind of Covid-19 shot coming soon to a pharmacy or clinic near you.
The US Food and Drug Administration has authorized updated vaccines that target the original strain of the coronavirus as well as the Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5. The hope is that these shots will improve protection against the currently circulating viruses that cause Covid-19.
Who should get these new shots? When will they be available? And why should you consider one?
Here's everything you need to know about the bivalent boosters.
What are bivalent vaccines?
These new bivalent vaccines carry instructions to help our cells make defenses against two strains of the virus that causes Covid-19. The shots direct cells to make antibodies that bind to certain parts of the spike proteins from both the original strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron subvariants, which share an identical spike.
BA.4 and BA.5 are the dominant variants in the United States, causing an average of 91,000 new infections each day.
"These are vaccines that are made, manufactured and delivered identically to the Covid mRNA vaccines that most of us have already gotten," said Dr. Gregory Poland, who leads the vaccine research group at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. "In a sense, you've just changed the blueprints."
Having twice the blueprints doesn't mean you're getting twice the dose of active ingredients, though.
"The total mRNA content -- the business part of the vaccine -- that leads to the immune response is the same amount," said Dr. William Gruber, senior vice president of vaccine research and development at Pfizer, which makes one of the updated vaccines.
Pfizer's booster is a 30-microgram dose that contains 15 micrograms of mRNA against the ancestral strain and 15 micrograms against the BA.4 and BA.5 variants. It is authorized for people as young as 12.
The company is also retooling its shots for children ages to 5 through 11 and will ask the FDA for authorization of those updated boosters in early October. It's working with the FDA to update vaccines for children ages 6 months through 4 years.
Moderna's bivalent booster is a 50-microgram dose, with 25 micrograms of mRNA designed to fight the ancestral strain of the coronavirus and 25 micrograms of mRNA designed to fight the BA.4 and BA.5 variants. It's authorized for people age 18 and older.
Where and when can I get an updated Covid-19 booster?
The government has already been taking orders for these vaccines, and now that the FDA has authorized them, millions of doses will ship to tens of thousands of sites across the country. These include community health centers, health departments and pharmacies.
As with past Covid-19 vaccines, these shots will be available free of charge. But they may be some of the last Covid-19 freebies from the government, which has said it's going to start commercializing treatments and vaccines this fall.
Pfizer says it has the capacity to ship up to 15 million doses by September 9.
Meanwhile, a panel of experts that advises the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on its vaccine recommendations will review the science behind the shots. At a meeting Thursday, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will consider who should get the shots and when people should get them. If the committee votes to recommend them and CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky signs off, people can start getting the shots right away.
"What I'm expecting is, after CDC action, you'll start seeing some places start giving some shots in arms over the weekend, but very relatively few because [of the] Labor Day weekend. And my expectation is over next week, or certainly over the next 10 days, you're going to start seeing these bivalent vaccines become widely available across the country," Dr. Ashish Jha, who leads the White House Covid-19 Response Team, told CNN.
The Biden administration expects appointment availability to ramp up over the first several days, with broad availability in a few weeks. People will be able to find locations at Vaccines.gov.
The government is also preparing to launch a campaign that will urge Americans to get their annual flu shot along with an updated Covid-19 booster. Research on this approach suggests that it's safe.
The updated Covid-19 inoculations will be the only game in town when it comes to boosters, at least for those 12 and up. The FDA says the older boosters are no longer authorized for this age group but will still be available as boosters for children ages 5 to 11.
How do we know the updated Covid-19 vaccines work?
These are the first Covid-19 vaccines that will be authorized for use in people after being tested only in mice. This is much the same process that's followed each year when annual flu shots are updated.
The FDA allowed companies to submit data from animal tests in order to speed these shots to the public. Studies in people are underway, according to Pfizer's Gruber.
Dr. Peter Marks, who directs the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, said he expects that it will be a month or two before data on humans is available.
Officials say urgency with these boosters is warranted going into the fall, when Covid-19 is still circulating at high levels and influenza is expected to make a return.
But the decision to rely on animal studies has generated some controversy.
Some vaccine experts feel that animal studies don't provide sufficient evidence for these vaccines at this stage in the pandemic.
"You're asking people to get a new product for which there's no data," Dr. Paul Offit, who directs the vaccine education center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, told CNN. "Mice data are not adequate to launch 100-plus-billion-dose effort."
Offit says it makes sense to use data from animal studies for updates to annual flu vaccines because we've used those shots for decades, and we understand what biomarkers to look for when gauging whether they work. These so-called correlates of protection are not as well understood for the Covid-19 vaccines.
It's not just the shots that are different, Poland said. At this point in the pandemic, our immune systems are, too. Nearly all Americans have been infected with the coronavirus, vaccinated or both. Some people have had four or five doses of vaccine.
"So if you say to me, 'can you assure me that getting dose five or dose six of this new vaccine in the background of having received these previous doses is absolutely safe?' I'd say 'no, I can't.' We're extrapolating. And I think we ought to be clear about that," Poland said.
FDA officials point out that animal studies weren't the only data they reviewed to make their decision. They considered two other lines of evidence.
The first is the vaccines' track records. The same basic vaccines have now been given to hundreds of millions of people around the world. They have been shown to be extremely effective at preventing severe disease and death from Covid-19. Risks associated with mRNA vaccination are very, very low.
The second line of evidence comes from bivalent vaccines that may soon be used in Europe.
Earlier this year, Pfizer and Moderna presented an independent panel of experts who advise the FDA with data on a bivalent vaccine designed to target the original strain of Omicron, BA.1. That data showed that the vaccines boosted antibody responses and were well-tolerated. The UK has authorized these vaccines, but they will not be available in the US.
The BA.1 strain isn't circulating any more, and the FDA asked the manufacturers to update their US shots to include BA.4 and BA.5 instead.
Marks said in a briefing Wednesday that some evidence suggests that the BA.4 and BA.5 strains generate a stronger immune response than BA.1, which is another reason officials wanted to include them in the updated shots.
FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf said he understands that people may want to know more, but he's confident that these vaccines are safe and effective.
"It's fair for people to raise questions. But this really is the best consensus that we have among the experts that this is the best way to go. ... It's just painful to see people dying unnecessarily when there's a free treatment that would prevent their death," he said.
"I will be at the front of the line at the pharmacy getting my vaccination," said Califf, who will turn 71 next month. "I'm very confident about this."
In the past, tests of variant-specific vaccines have had lackluster results. It's hard to know what effect these bivalent vaccines could have.
In a recent preprint study, published ahead of peer review, scientists tried to estimate this with a meta-analysis, or a study of studies. The gathered estimates of antibody levels after booster doses against the ancestral strains, as well as against specific variants, and tried to use those levels to predict how well the shots would work.
They found that people got the biggest benefits from getting boosted, period. A booster against the ancestral strain of the virus that causes Covid-19 increased neutralizing antibodies 11-fold. The scientists estimated that would increase a person's protection against symptomatic infection over the next six months from 50% to 86.5%.
Variant-specific boosters worked a little better, but the difference wasn't dramatic. After those shots, protection against symptomatic infection over the next six months rose to 90.2%, just a 4.6% increase.
Are Covid-19 boosters safe?
A recent review of adverse events after mRNA booster vaccinations in adults the United States found that side effects were less common after booster doses than after second doses of the vaccine, and most were mild. About 1 in 8 adults reported a headache, fever or pain after a booster. In children and teens, commonly reported side effects after boosters were pain at the site of the injection, fatigue, headache and muscle aches.
Very rarely, mRNA vaccines can cause myocarditis, or swelling in or around the heart. After more than 80 million booster doses given in the United States, the government safety surveillance systems received 37 verifiable reports of myocarditis. Most of these were in men.
The highest rates of myocarditis in adults were in younger men -- ages 18 to 24. For every million booster doses given to men this age, the CDC expects about that about will have myocarditis. For adolescents, the rate is slightly higher but still extremely low: about 11 cases of myocarditis for every million doses.
Marks said that to minimize this risk, officials are directing that the vaccines be given at least two months after a previous dose.
"It seems to be associated when they're given closer to one another," he said.
Why are new shots needed?
The Covid-19 vaccines were due for an update.
As the coronavirus has been circulating, it has changed a lot. These changes have helped it slip past the antibodies that we made against older versions of the virus and older versions of the vaccine. As a result, it's gotten better at causing reinfections and breakthrough infections. Some of the monoclonal antibodies made to give people passive immunity against the virus have also stopped working against the new variants.
The hope is that giving people updated vaccines will improve their ability to fight off the infection and shore up protection against severe disease that causes hospitalization or death.
There is also some hope that updated boosters may slow the spread of the virus -- and thus the speed at which vaccine-busting variants appear.
The coronavirus is changing at blistering speed. In a meeting with FDA vaccine advisers last June, Trevor Bedford, a professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Reserach Center in Seattle, compared the speed of evolution of the viruses that cause Covid-19 to that of the viruses that cause influenza.
Among the faster influenza viruses, he said, it takes about three years for a new strain to emerge and start showing up in testing in significant numbers. Among the variants of the virus that causes Covid-19, the Delta variant pulled off this feat in a year. Omicron did it in three to four months.
So there is genuine concern that without something to slow transmission of the infection, we'll be forever stuck in catchup mode, waiting for faster and potentially more dangerous variants to emerge.
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthLevel, Inc., an established provider of solutions for healthcare organizations, announced today that the VA has expanded the use of its Foundations business operations platform to the Atlanta VA Medical Center. The center serves veterans in 22 locations across 50 counties in Georgia.
Following strong support from HealthLevel's existing VA customer base, the new deployment in Atlanta will serve a 226-bed hospital and 22 outpatient facilities. The Atlanta VA Medical Center is regarded as one of the top 10 VA research centers and collaborates extensively with Emory University. They selected Foundations as their Radiology Business Operations Platform and will use it to track everything from incoming radiology referrals to post-procedure follow-up, making the data-driven culture of the organization more effective and efficient.
"We are grateful for the strong support from our existing VA customer base to grow the community of Foundations users and customers," noted Parag Paranjpe founder and CEO of HealthLevel Inc. He added, "We continue to be proud of our team and thankful for the trust and acceptance of our customers."
The implementation of Foundations will occur over the summer months with a go-live date projected for the fall of 2022.
Founded in 2010, privately held HealthLevel is headquartered in Mountain View, California, and is the supplier of Foundations, a SaaS Healthcare Business Operations Platform that integrates clinical, operational, and financial data. Foundations provides intuitive, configurable real-time analytics for clinicians, administrators, and all staff, enabling them to monitor and improve individual and corporate business performance.
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| 2022-06-06T15:18:33Z
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WESTERLY, R.I., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company today announced that its employees, located in offices throughout RI, MA and CT, performed more than 222 Acts of Kindness in 22 days in celebration of the company's 222nd anniversary. Founded in 1800, Washington Trust is recognized as the nation's oldest community bank and "community" is one of the company's core values. The initiative was designed to illustrate how many, small, gestures by employees could make a big difference in the lives of others.
During the challenge, Chairman & CEO Edward O. "Ned" Handy III visited Amos House, a nonprofit organization in Providence that serves the homeless, unemployed and vulnerable populations of Rhode Island. Handy spent the early hours of the morning preparing hundreds of to-go breakfast packages for the guests that rely on Amos House for this meal. Other acts of kindness performed by Washington Trust employees included: providing water to a local road construction crew; donating food, clothing, and housewares to local nonprofit organizations; delivering homecooked meals to elderly neighbors; and sharing fresh garden vegetables with neighbors.
"Washington Trust is proud to have served as a trusted financial partner and integral part of our communities for 222 years," said Chairman & CEO Edward O. "Ned" Handy III. "We wanted to celebrate this milestone and perform these Acts of Kindness within our community to thank our friends and neighbors for their support over the years."
ABOUT WASHINGTON TRUST®
Founded in 1800, Washington Trust is the oldest community bank in the nation and one of the Northeast's premier financial services companies. Washington Trust offers a full range of financial services, including commercial banking, mortgage banking, personal banking and wealth management and trust services through its offices located in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts. The Washington Trust Company is a subsidiary of Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc., (NASDAQ: WASH). Additional information on Washington Trust and its subsidiaries can be found at https://www.washtrust.com/.
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Thursday forecast: Hot today, storms tonight
Storms may be severe tonight, wind the primary hazard
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - We just have to get through one more hot day before cooler temperatures move back in tomorrow although it will still remain above average for this time of year. We’re also going to be monitoring several storm chances in the next 8 days beginning tonight.
While there are several chances for storms the next 8 days, confidence is somewhat low on specific details beyond tonight so it’s important to keep checking back daily for updates. Higher chances for rain are tonight and Saturday night into at least early Sunday morning, beyond that confidence is low.
Today: Mostly Sunny. Highs in the low-mid 90s. Winds S 10-20, gusts up to 30 mph.
Tonight: Isolated showers/storms before midnight mainly in north-central KS, better chance of scattered showers/storms for the rest of northeast KS after midnight. Storms may be strong to severe with wind the primary hazard. Lows in the mid 60s. Winds S/NE 5-15, gusts up to 20 mph.
Tomorrow: It’s all going to depend where the cold front stalls out with specific details on how quickly storms move out from overnight and where storms may redevelop late in the afternoon/evening hours. There is the potential after storms move out from overnight, we don’t have any redevelopment later in the day or Friday night if the front is far enough south. Most of the day will be dry regardless with highs in the 80s. Winds less than 10 mph so it’ll be a nice day to enjoy but a day to stay weather aware.
Will keep the chance of storms in the 8 day for Friday night and IF there are any storms that develop during this time it’ll likely be occurring before midnight.
Saturday will be dry with highs possibly warming back up in the mid-upper 80s but with low humidity so this will be the pick day to enjoy this weekend. Higher confidence of storms Saturday night vs Sunday however this is going to be a time-frame to keep checking back for updates on what to expect with not only the severe weather risk but the storm chances lingering in Sunday.
Next week remains mild in the 80s with storm chances mainly at night although confidence remains low on specific details with timing and how widespread the rain will be.
Taking Action:
- One more hot day to get through, keep practicing your heat safety precautions (drink plenty of water, keep your pets in mind, stay cool).
- Storms that could impact your outdoor plans are highest Saturday evening but should still be monitored on Friday evening and especially on Sunday. Tonight’s storms will mainly remain in north-central KS this evening with most areas getting the storms after midnight. NO particular time-frame has confidence high enough where outdoor plans should be cancelled at this point, it’s only at a level of thinking about a Plan B in case storms do affect your plans.
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| 2022-05-12T09:53:41Z
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SHANGHAI, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boqii Holding Limited ("Boqii" or the "Company") (NYSE: BQ), a leading pet-focused platform in China, today announced that it will release its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, before the U.S. market opens on Thursday, September 15, 2022.
Boqii's management will hold an earnings conference call to discuss the financial results at 8:00 AM on Thursday, September 15, 2022, U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 PM on Thursday, September 15, 2022, Beijing/Hong Kong Time). Please dial in 15 minutes before the conference is scheduled to begin using numbers below.
A replay of the conference call may be accessed by phone at the following numbers until September 22, 2022.
A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.boqii.com/.
About Boqii Holding Limited
Boqii Holding Limited (NYSE: BQ) is a leading pet-focused platform in China. We are the leading online destination for pet products and supplies in China with our broad selection of high-quality products including global leading brands, local emerging brands, and our own private label, Yoken and Mocare, offered at competitive prices. Our online sales platforms, including Boqii Mall and our flagship stores on third-party e-commerce platforms, provide customers with convenient access to a wide selection of high-quality pet products and an engaging and personalized shopping experience. Our Boqii Community provides an informative and interactive content platform for users to share their knowledge and love for pets.
For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
Boqii Holding Limited
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Powered by Stripe, Jobox Financial Account enables Home Services Pros to send, receive and store funds, all within the Jobox platform
MIAMI, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jobox.ai, a software company that provides home service marketplaces with an AI-based infrastructure to directly connect their customers with skilled trades professionals ("pros"), announced today it has partnered with Stripe to offer pros business financial accounts. With this feature, Jobox pros will be able to manage spending for their small business on the Jobox app, making it easier for them to keep track of expenses, predict future spending and budget for materials as necessary.
Jobox is transforming the home service industry by providing pros with an all-in-one workplace through its app, which will soon integrate money management with Stripe-powered financial accounts. According to Stripe research, nearly half (46%) of businesses report that their banking experience has hindered their growth. Jobox is eliminating that pain point for home service pros as they manage their small businesses by providing them with a financial account, through which they can receive micro loans, make withdrawals at ATMs, and have no monthly fees or minimum balance requirements.
"As we scale at Jobox, providing pros with everything they need to succeed remains our North Star. This partnership with Stripe reflects another step we're taking to lift the home services industry out of its antiquated ways, propel the industry forward with technology and offer pros all of the resources they need to thrive in today's labor market," said Jobox CEO Shay Bloch. "On average, we see about $16M sitting in digital Jobox wallets at any given time, reflecting that pros prefer to manage their finances within our app instead of transferring funds to a traditional bank account. Through our integration with Stripe, we're taking our in-app financial features to the next level with micro loans, payment integration with vendors and other financial services. By having an official money management account allocated to work specifically, pros will be able to manage their small businesses efficiently and track spending on all job-related expenses in one place."
"We're proud to power Jobox Financial Account and play a role in propelling the home service industry forward by ensuring pros can focus on the work they do best, rather than spending hours on manual financial management," said Denise Ho, Head of Product for BaaS at Stripe.
The partnership follows a successful integration with Stripe in which Jobox scaled to processing $35M in monthly transactions. Jobox powers business for more than 6,000 pros in 39 states across the U.S., and has processed more than $1B of transactions on its platform. Jobox matches a pro to a customer job every three minutes, making it easy for pros and home service marketplaces alike to grow their business.
Home service pros can learn more about Jobox and pre-register for the Stripe-powered Jobox Financial Account at https://www.jobox.ai/.
Jobox connects companies with thousands of vetted home service professionals. We use proprietary algorithms and millions of data points to match end customers with the local pro they need in less than 60 seconds. Jobox also helps companies form a deeper and broader connection with their customers. We enable companies to follow a service transaction all the way to execution. We made reporting, reconciliation, and payments fully automated and transparent, and built the infrastructure, APIs and onboarding flows to help design a smooth customer journey. Jobox takes the overhead of the home service marketplace to let companies focus on customer relationships. Companies get valuable insights into their customers' preferences and the pros they work with, which they can leverage to lead more holistic purchasing journeys.
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| 2022-06-30T14:16:28Z
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104-year-old woman’s wish granted with penguin meeting
FARMINGTON, Conn. (WFSB) - A Connecticut centenarian is proving you’re never too old to check things off your bucket list, as she fulfilled her lifetime dream of holding a penguin.
Bertha Komor, 104, always had the dream of getting to hold a penguin. The Mystic Aquarium and Twilight Wish Connecticut, a foundation that grants seniors’ wishes, made it all possible.
Komor met penguin Mr. Red Green on May 28 at her senior living home, Farmington at Village Gate. She got to hold and pet the penguin, WFSB reports.
“I didn’t expect this. It’s wonderful,” Komor said. “Best part was petting him and seeing him close up.”
Komor was not only joined by her friends, but her daughter and granddaughter surprised her for her big day.
“I am just so excited for her and just so happy that she was able to have this wish come true and to just have been in our life for as long as she has,” said her granddaughter, Karen Rivkin.
Komor was asked what her secret to a long and happy life - and marriage - is.
“I don’t know. I haven’t figured that out yet,” she said.
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| 2022-06-06T07:32:49Z
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meat District, the creators of high-quality butcher-crafted premium burgers can now be found in the meat aisle of Kroger grocery stores nationwide. To celebrate the new distribution, Meat District is giving away $10,000 in a giveaway contest.
"Our partnership with Kroger, the nation's largest grocery chain, marks a major milestone for us. We're thrilled and honored to be partnering with Kroger," said Zack Leveson, COO of Golden West Food Group. "But more importantly, this partnership means that high-quality meat products will be available to a lot more people nationwide."
Kroger stores will be offering two types of Meat District's fresh burger patties:
"The O.G." - Made from 100% Angus Beef Chuck, Brisket, and Short Rib, the O.G. is the perfect mix of meat blended into just the right proportions. Each burger is perfectly tender, flavorful, and juicy.
"Steak House"- This 100% Angus Beef Tri-Tip gourmet burger is topped with our popular garlic peppercorn seasoning.
The seasonal offerings will include The SHAQ Burger which is a half-pound burger patty made with a blend of Chuck, Brisket, and Short Rib. And the Hatch Chile Pepper Jack patty is made with the same blend of premium steak cuts of Chuck, Brisket, and Short Rib.
Launching in April 2019, Meat District celebrates the Kroger distribution milestone with the brand's 3-year anniversary. This milestone follows Meat District's partnership with basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal. In a recent social post, Shaq thanked Kroger and spoke about his partnership with Meat District.
"I'm so excited for our Meat District products to be introduced in over 2,500 Kroger stores nationwide," said O'Neal. "Shoutout to the fine folks over there, we're really looking forward to developing this partnership with you.
To celebrate the recent growth, Meat District is introducing a giveaway, The "Best Burger Challenge". A giveaway designed to give burgeoning burger connoisseurs the chance to show off their grill skills in a way that highlights creative cooking and burger assembly. There are no limits to the types of burgers people can create, and Meat District is anticipating some very original ideas.
Customers will be able to take a photo or a video of their creations and upload them to Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok with the hashtags #bestburgerchallenge and #contest while tagging @eatmeatdestrict to be eligible for entry.
- One (1) Grand Prize Winner will be awarded $10,000, a year's supply of Meat District products, and an additional $500 Gift Card to a local grocery store (restrictions may apply).
- Ten (10) other winners will also be given a $500 Gift Card to their grocery store of choice (restrictions may apply).
For those interested in knowing if their grocery store carries Meat District's iconic burgers, a product locator is available on their website. They currently sell an "Ultimate Grilling Pack" with nationwide shipping on their website as well.
Meat District offers Butcher-Crafted Premium Burgers and much more. With chef-inspired recipes and premium ingredients, Meat District unlocks more flavorful choices when it comes to your favorite meats. Meat District promises all the quality and flavor without hormones or antibiotics. Their products can be found at all major retailers and are distributed nationally on a weekly basis and online at Buy.EatMeatDistrict.com.
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| 2022-08-18T11:02:22Z
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SHENZHEN, China, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SmallRig is pleased to announce the latest and most advanced Matte Box Systems. Available in 95mm and 114mm versions, the new Matte Boxes offer fast handling, flexibility and expandability not found in other systems.
Modular Design Lets Users Control the Situation
Starting with the basic shading hood, people can add top and side flags to control reflections, flare or unwanted light. Need to control the brightness? Add a square/rectangular ND filter with the 4x4"/4x5.65" Filter Frames, a round filter with the Clamp-on Back or a variable ND filter with the VND Filter Frame. Want to control reflections or enhance the blue sky? Drop in the magnetic CPL, and it is ready to go.
Attach in Seconds
The Evolutionary Design makes setup and breakdown fast, easy and secure. The U-shaped filter frame and Shading Hood offer Magnetic Alignment Assistance for quickly attaching the various components together and building a full-featured matte box system! The locking system is as easy as a push to lock or a pull to open.
Quick Release Filter Frame System
SmallRig's patented Quick Release locking system ensures fast filter attachment and removal. The VND Filter Kit has a magnetic CPL, and the frame adopts a standard M0.8 gear module that smoothly turns the filter. The VND Filter Kit is compatible with the 95mm VND Filter system.
SmallRig's Professional HD filters utilize Schott German optical glass (B270) with 18 layers of coatings on each side for maximum light transmission and accurate color rendition while also reducing flare and reflections.
No Vignetting With Ultra-wide Angle Lenses
The SmallRig 4x5.65" Filter Frame is compatible with most lenses that are ≥14mm, and the SmallRig VND Filter Kit can be used with most lenses that are ≥16mm.
SmallRig Star-Trail ø95mm Matte Box Basic Kit (RRP: $159)
SmallRig Star-Trail ø95mm Matte Box VND Kit (RRP: $349)
SmallRig Revo-Arcane ø114mm Matte Box Basic Kit (RRP: $239.9)
About SmallRig
Founded in 2013, SmallRig designs and builds complete accessory solutions for content creations with cameras, gimbals, and mobile phones. Our accessories are widely used in live broadcasting, Vlogging, professional video productions, and other fields supported by over two million creators worldwide. SmallRig pioneered the User Co-Design (UCD) mode and DreamRig program with the ultimate goal to co-design with global creators and make their big dreams achievable.
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| 2022-06-28T16:05:51Z
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As deceptive shipping practices get more sophisticated, law enforcement and intelligence agencies aim to enhance their Maritime Domain Awareness. Windward's advanced Maritime AI™ platform provides them with the much needed improved visibility at sea to protect borders and national interests
LONDON, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Windward (LSE: WNWD), the leading Maritime AI™ company, announced today four new law enforcement and intelligence agency customers across the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. Windward's AI-powered platform will be used to increase the customers' Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) to monitor their maritime borders efficiently and confidently and protect their citizens and national interests by minimizing illicit activities and monitoring developing threats.
Included in Windward's expansion in the public sector is a three-year contract with an EMEA government customer and a contract extension of up to five years with an existing US Federal Customer.
Law enforcement and intelligence agencies across the globe are increasingly facing a multitude of threats from the maritime domain which negatively impact the security, safety, economy, and environment of their states. These threats include Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, terrorism, drug trafficking, oil dumping, human rights abuses, and more. With 90% of global trade transported by sea, the greater economic impact of maritime crime is significant. It is becoming increasingly important for authorities to enhance their visibility of any activity associated within their territorial waters with advanced technology.
Windward's platform will enable authorities to make smarter decisions based on real-time tracking, actionable insights, and automatic updates using predictive risk modeling powered by machine and deep learning. Windward's Maritime AI™ utilizes data sets including weather, AIS, satellite imagery, port, vessel, and ownership to provide a holistic view of the maritime domain. The platform analyzes numerous factors including vessel behaviors, ownership structures, company risks, and others, predicting in real-time which companies and vessels are likely to be high risk.
"The current geopolitical climate is filled with tension and as we enter a new era of constantly evolving risk, governments are looking to increase awareness of what happens at sea," said Ami Daniel, Co-founder and CEO of Windward. "Malicious actors are adapting to new regulations, using more sophisticated methods to avoid detection. To stay one step ahead and mitigate risk, authorities need to adapt as well and use best-in-class technology to get the full picture they need to keep their borders safe."
Windward's Maritime AI™ platform is powered by advanced machine learning and behavioral analytics models, empowering its clients across the government, finance, shipping, energy sectors, and beyond to optimize business practices and efficiently navigate all aspects of maritime risk in real-time.
About Windward
Windward (LSE:WNWD), a publicly traded company on the London Stock Exchange, is the leading Maritime AI™ company, enabling organizations to achieve business and operational readiness. Windward's AI-powered solution allows stakeholders including banks, commodity traders, insurers, and major energy and shipping companies to make real time, predictive intelligence-driven decisions, providing a 360° view of the maritime ecosystem and its broader impact on safety, security, finance, and business. For more information visit: https://windward.ai/.
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| 2022-09-12T12:48:29Z
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Primary Election Results 2022
Published: Aug. 3, 2022 at 6:27 AM CDT|Updated: 22 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - When Kansans took to the polls on Aug. 2, they settled the question of the addition of a constitutional amendment and who will appear on general election ballots in November.
While the numbers are unofficial until the canvass on Aug. 16, the results give voters a good idea of what to expect.
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Years of progress the United States had made in fighting drug-resistant infections were largely erased during the Covid-19 pandemic, with hospital-acquired infections and resulting deaths growing 15% in 2020.
A special report released Tuesday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that more than 29,400 people died from antimicrobial-resistant infections in 2020. The full number is likely much higher, given that data for half of the 18 pathogens identified as threats are unavailable or delayed.
Nearly 40% of those deaths were among people who got the infection while in the hospital, according to the CDC report.
Between 2012 and 2017, deaths from antimicrobial resistance dropped 18% overall and nearly 30% in hospitals. But in 2020, deaths and acquired in the hospital grew by 15%.
"Antimicrobial resistance was one of our greatest public health concerns prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, and it remains so," CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky wrote in foreword to the report.
People who delayed care or left infections untreated -- perhaps because of closed clinics or changes in personal health care-seeking behavior to reduce risk of exposure to Covid-19 -- could have increased the risk of developing drug resistance.
Also, between March 2020 and October 2020, nearly 80% of patients hospitalized with Covid-19 received an antibiotic. This is an ineffective treatment for a viral disease that can "put patients at risk for side effects and create a pathway for resistance to develop and spread," according to the report.
Hospitals were also treating more and sicker patients. Staffing shortages, limited personal protective equipment and patients that required longer stays, including longer use of medical devices such as catheters and ventilators, created challenges in following established infection prevention and control guidance.
Among the pathogens that the CDC considers of urgent concern are acinetobacter, a bacteria that can cause pneumonia, blood or urinary tract infections, which increased 35% overall and 78% in hospitals in 2020; candida auris, a fungus that is most common in long-term care facilities, which increased 60% overall in 2020; and neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacteria that causes the sexually-transmitted disease gonorrhoea.
Going forward, the CDC plans to focus on continued infection control training, efforts to manage how antibiotics and antifungals are prescribed and used, advancing research for treatments, tracking pathogens in the community using wastewater, or sewage, and expanding data networks.
"This setback can and must be temporary. The COVID-19 pandemic has unmistakably shown us that antimicrobial resistance will not stop if we let down our guard; there is no time to waste," said Michael Craig, director of the CDC's Antibiotic Resistance Coordination & Strategy Unit.
"The best way to avert a pandemic caused by an antimicrobial-resistant pathogen is to identify gaps and invest in prevention to keep our nation safe."
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Increased Integrations Will Enable Clients and Customers to Provide More In-Depth Services and Improve Customer Experience
IRVINE, Calif., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartBug Media® — a leading Intelligent Inbound® marketing agency that assists B2B businesses, B2C organizations and D2C e-commerce businesses in growing revenue by generating leads, scaling revenue operations and building market awareness through inbound marketing, digital strategy, design, marketing automation, revenue operations, public relations, paid media and web development — today announced an expanded focus on comprehensive, client-centered solutions through the Klaviyo Technology partner ecosystem.
By utilizing robust MarTech tools in the Klaviyo ecosystem, SmartBug partners in the e-commerce space have a greater opportunity to personalize the customer journey from the moment someone lands on their website through order fulfillment and beyond. Current clients and customers of SmartBug partners can grow their businesses by increasing retention and sales, growing their referral programs, optimizing co-marketing activities, and introducing co-selling opportunities.
"The name of the winning game in the e-commerce space is customer retention, and the tools available to SmartBug's clients grows exponentially with our Klaviyo partnership," Jen Spencer, CEO of SmartBug Media, said. "The expertise available now to our customers positions them for growth."
E-commerce service providers in the Klaviyo ecosystem that are now partnering with SmartBug to help companies utilize a complete portfolio of tools are:
Gatsby for automated community management on social media, scaling influencer marketing and producing high-converting user-generated content. Gatsby gathers social insights on Instagram and TikTok and integrates them with the tools you already know and love, such as Klaviyo, Gorgias, LoyaltyLion, Yotpo, Stamped and more. Reward customers for mentioning your brand on Instagram automatically.
Gorgias, the top-rated and most installed help desk app in the Shopify app store, allows merchants to manage all of their customer communication channels in one platform — email, live chat, SMS, phone calls, Facebook, Instagram, reviews and more — to save time and turn help tickets into revenue opportunities.
Justuno is an on-site conversion optimization software provider offering lead capture, personalized messaging, AI-powered product recommendations and advanced visitor intelligence technology — helping businesses turn visitors into customers. Brands create better website experiences through personalized touchpoints, comprehensive analytics and robust traffic segmentation.
Octane AI is a quiz builder that targets granular, zero-party data and customer preferences. Merchants can discover buyers' favorite scents, if they have oily or dry skin, or if they have pets while collecting an opt-in. Brands can use this essential data to personalize each customer's experience, increasing key performance indicators and sales.
Okendo's customer review platform enables brands to capture and showcase customer-generated content, including product ratings and reviews, photos and videos, and Q&A. After a purchase, Okendo asks for reviews with incentives to increase the likelihood that customers will follow through.
Recharge offers subscription payments solutions to help e-commerce merchants of all sizes launch and scale subscription offerings. Recharge's subscription billing and payment management solutions are designed to help merchants grow by increasing revenue and customer lifetime value while reducing operating costs and churn.
Stamped is a reviews and loyalty platform for e-commerce, helping partners establish brand credibility by giving their customers a voice. Stamped increases new customer acquisition with reviews and retains those customers with loyalty.
Wonderment is a post-purchase experience platform that helps brands increase customer retention through proactive shipping notifications and branded order tracking pages. Wonderment allows brands to showcase FAQs, upsells/cross-sells and promote their loyalty/SMS programs right on their own tracking page instead of redirecting them to a third-party carrier such as UPS or FedEx.
When customers can buy from anywhere, creating a seamless, hassle-free experience makes all the difference in keeping buyers choosing the same merchants for all their shopping needs.
"The online retail market is only getting more competitive, so making the right impression from the very first time a customer lands on a merchant's site through the end experience is critical," Rich Gardner, VP of Global Partnerships of Klaviyo, said. "SmartBug's enhanced commitment to our partner pipeline will be a key differentiator for its customers and clients."
SmartBug Media ® is a globally recognized Intelligent Inbound ® marketing agency assisting B2B businesses, B2C organizations, and D2C e-commerce businesses in growing revenue by generating leads, scaling revenue operations and building market awareness through inbound marketing, digital strategy, design, marketing automation, revenue operations, public relations, paid media and web development.
As HubSpot's 2021 North America Partner of the Year, SmartBug® is one of its top-performing, elite global solutions partners as well as an Elite Master partner of Klaviyo.
Founded in 2008 as one of the few fully remote agencies, SmartBug is an innovator and trusted authority on creating life-work harmony for its 180-plus employees spread across 35 states and five countries. The company that implemented quarterly Certification Days to foster continuous learning and career development has won two Great Place to Work® and 26 Comparably awards. It has also been named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies list for five consecutive years and the Adweek Fastest Growing Agencies list three years in a row. With hundreds of awards for client work — and a team holding a combined 1,000-plus marketing certifications — SmartBug is fully dedicated to delivering client success and an unparalleled agency experience. Its services include inbound marketing, digital strategy, design, marketing automation, revenue operations, public relations, paid media and web development. For more information about SmartBug Media, visit smartbugmedia.com.
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5 wild horses found shot, killed in Nevada
JAKES VALLEY, Nev. (KVVU/Gray News) – Five wild horses were found shot and killed in Nevada.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest and conviction of the person responsible.
Officials with the BLM said the fatal shootings happened sometime in mid-November in Jakes Valley, which is about 275 miles north of Las Vegas. Officials were alerted to the deaths on Nov. 16 after someone discovered the horses.
One horse was still alive but so severely injured that it had to be euthanized.
The five horses ranged in age from 18 months to 6 years old, BLM said. An aborted horse fetus was attached to one of the dead animals.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the BLM crime hotline at 1-775-861-6550.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a similar crime. Four horses were killed in separate shootings at a stable in Red Rock Canyon in January, March, June, and July of this year.
BLM Special Agent Michael Mortensen said there currently is no indication that the Red Rock Canyon killings are related to the Jakes Valley investigation.
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| 2022-08-18T17:04:56Z
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Which pruning saw is best?
Gardeners and landscapers know that using the right tool can make the difference between quick, efficient work and a task rife with frustration. If you’re trimming trees and shrubs that are too thick for shears, you need the cutting power of a pruning saw.
The Silky ZUBAT Professional Curved Hand Saw is a comfortable, powerful tool that’s great for outdoor work. The generous blade length and included scabbard make it easy to use and safe to carry.
What to know before you buy a pruning saw
Task needs
Different saws work better for different types of work. Consider the needs of your task before starting. Examine the thickness of the branches of your trees or shrubs, and see how easy it is to reach them. You may want to invest in more than one pruning saw to ensure you have everything you need for several different jobs.
Pruning saw types
- Hand saws are a basic type of pruning saw. They feature a toothed blade attached to a handle. Some hand saws fold up for safe, compact storage.
- Pole saws affix the blade to the end of a long pole. Gardeners use these to trim hard-to-reach limbs without the use of a ladder.
- Powered pruning saws, also called mini electric chainsaws, use a battery and motor to cut through thick limbs with minimal effort.
Blade considerations
Pruning saws often come with several different blade types. Consider what kind of work you plan to do so you know what blade configuration best suits your needs.
- Straight blades work best on easy-to-reach branches at waist or shoulder level. These saws require strength, which may be hard to generate while cutting at an arm’s length away.
- Curved blades are better when you intend to use a saw with a pole because their rounded shape hugs branches and requires less strength to make cuts.
- Chains are often found on powered pruning saws. A chain will cut through limbs and branches without requiring repetitive arm motion.
- Blade teeth also make a difference depending on the task at hand. Some saws only cut in one direction, while others feature blades that cut both ways.
Your physical ability
Sawing by hand is hard work, even if you’re cutting through thin limbs. If you have difficulty with repetitive arm motion or upper body strength, consider a power saw. However, remember that these tools are heavier than manual options due to their motor and battery.
What to look for in a quality pruning saw
Handle
Pruning saws include a handle made of hard plastic, and some provide additional padding with a rubber grip. Select a pruning saw with an ergonomic grip that fits your hand and won’t result in cramping or blisters after prolonged use.
Weight
A pruning saw should be sturdy enough to cut limbs without weighing you down too much. When selecting a saw, make sure you can distribute the weight evenly without putting too much stress on your wrist or arm.
Material
Most pruning saw blades are made out of steel. Steel is strong and resilient, but it rusts easily. Look for a saw that features a coating on the blade to prevent corrosion.
Accessories
Some pruning saws have safety sheaths or holsters to keep the blades covered in storage. Powered saws sometimes include extra batteries, chains and even safety glasses. Choose a saw that has a few additional items to give you the best value.
How much you can expect to spend on a pruning saw
Quality hand saws range from $20-$100, depending on features and configuration. Powered saws that include extra batteries and more cost around $50-$100.
Pruning saw FAQ
Do I have to oil the blade on my pruning saw?
A. Some people apply oil to their hand saw blades to clean them and help prevent rust. Telescoping pole saws require a lubricant so you can extend them with ease. Powered saws require regular chain lubrication to function properly.
Are pruning saws dangerous?
A. Pruning saws can inflict severe cuts if misused or if you grab their blades with your bare hands. You should always wear gloves and safety glasses while using a saw.
Why not just use shears or clippers?
A. Many people use shears or clippers to complete the same task as a pruning saw. Ultimately, your work requirements and personal preferences will determine which tool suits you best. Pruning saws, however, can cut through branches that are too thick for shears or clippers.
What’s the best pruning saw to buy?
Top pruning saw
Silky ZUBAT Professional Curved Hand Saw
What you need to know: This professional pruning saw features a powerful blade made out of high-grade Japanese steel.
What you’ll love: It includes a scabbard specially designed to strap to your leg for quick access. It features an ergonomic handle and a 13-inch blade.
What you should consider: It has a fixed blade that you cannot fold.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Top pruning saw for the money
Corona Tools RazorTOOTH Folding Saw
What you need to know: This economical pruning saw features a 10-inch blade.
What you’ll love: It folds up for safe storage. Additionally, it has a comfortable grip and a chrome-plated blade for added durability.
What you should consider: When folded up, part of this saw’s blade remains exposed and potentially hazardous.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
Worth checking out
What you need to know: Available in three different colors, this powered pruning saw cuts through almost anything.
What you’ll love: With its 6-inch blade, this mini chainsaw can quickly cut through branches that would be too challenging to cut by hand. It includes a protective case, two batteries and an LED.
What you should consider: Buyers feel that the instructions included with this saw lack detail. And since the saw turns off automatically if it overheats, it may be difficult to use in hot weather.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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2021 report showcases holistic approach to sustainability including people, planet, responsibility, and impact
LISLE, Ill., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than 20 years, Navistar has released an annual sustainability report providing an overview of the company's environmental, social and governance (ESG) activities. Now, Navistar's sustainability strategy is going beyond risk mitigation into value creation to address the impact a more sustainable future would have on customers and society at large.
The 2021 sustainability report takes a holistic look into sustainability at Navistar including people, planet, responsibility, and impact. The report also introduces the company's new vision – to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility – and strategy which prioritizes sustainability as a strategic focus area.
"2021 has been a year of significant change that will set the stage for the future; not only for us at Navistar, but also industry-wide as megatrends like electric and autonomous vehicles emerge," said CEO Mathias Carlbaum. "Navistar is committed to creating a better, healthier world for future generations to thrive in, and we absolutely will accomplish that with a strategic roadmap."
Sustainability at Navistar is defined as the confluence of people, planet, and prosperity. It is a strategic imperative to manage the company's total social impact by improving impacts of business on the environment and society and dedicating resources to increasing positive impacts.
Highlights from the 2021 sustainability report include:
- Launched two zero-emissions products, a medium duty vehicle and a school bus. These fully electric zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs) can, depending on the emissions profile of the electricity used to charge them, enable a fully zero-emissions footprint.
- Recognizing a critical need for education around the ZEVs ecosystem, Navistar's NEXT Solutions team designed an all-inclusive, mobile educational experience tailored to ZEV sales or service training, to tour North America.
- Committed to a 20% improvement in energy intensity with the U.S. Department of Energy Better Plants program. Navistar also began work on what will be a foundational effort, setting science-based targets that will be submitted to the Science-based Targets Initiative.
- Identified education, equity, and the environment as primary impact areas and began developing a focused giving strategy to support meaningful change in the communities where we live and work.
- Created a diversity demographics dashboard to help drive changes in diversity representation across the company. Accessible by all people managers, this tool indicates real-time demographics including gender, race, and age, among other details.
- Partnered with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), and SkillsUSA, Navistar built the TECH EmPOWERment platform to support our dealer network in their efforts to recruit, train, and retain qualified personnel. TECH EmPOWERment helps facilitate donations of heavy equipment, training aids, and supplies to technical programs for the purpose of training students to service International® trucks and IC Bus® vehicles upon graduation. In total, 36 equipment donations were made in 2021 to 32 schools across the U.S. and Canada.
The full 2021 Navistar Sustainability Report can be viewed and downloaded at www.navistar.com/social-impact/environment.
About Navistar
Navistar, Inc. ("Navistar") is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don't. Based in Lisle, Illinois, Navistar or its subsidiaries and affiliates produce International® brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus® brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand® Connection advanced connectivity services, and Fleetrite®, ReNEWeD® and Diamond Advantage® brand aftermarket parts and includes a Brazilian manufacturer of engines and gensets, MWM Motores Diesel e Geradores. With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 14,500 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. Additional information is available at www.Navistar.com.
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KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Bubba Wallace won his second career NASCAR Cup Series race Sunday and denied the playoff field an automatic spot in the next round for the second straight week when he held off championship contenders Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell to win at Kansas Speedway.
Wallace, who is not among the 16 in the title hunt, got around Alex Bowman for the lead with 67 laps to go, then built a 2-second lead over a parade of playoff drivers trying to earn a win and ensure their spot in the round of eight.
Hamlin was at the front of it. And the co-owner with Michael Jordan of Wallace’s car at 23XI Racing managed to whittle about a tenth of a second off the No. 45’s lead over the closing laps. Hamlin ultimately ran out of time, and Wallace took the checkered flag in the same car that Kurt Busch won with at Kansas earlier this year.
“I knew Denny was going to be strong,” said Wallace, who stepped into the car while Busch deals with the effects of a concussion. “It’s cool to beat the boss, but it’s just cool to be lights-out today and come away with the win.”
Busch wasted no time in tweeting his congratulations.
Bell finished third and Bowman fourth with playoff outsider Martin Truex Jr. in fifth. William Byron, Ross Chastain, Kyle Larson, Ryan Blaney and Daniel Suarez — all in the playoff hunt — rounded out the top 10.
Bell clinched a spot in the next round of the playoffs on points. The other 11 spots are up for grabs heading to Bristol.
Wallace also won during last year’s playoffs at Talladega, when he was likewise out of the title picture. And his win came after Erik Jones, who likewise missed out on the postseason, won a week ago at Darlington.
Wallace became the 18th driver to win this season.
“I was driving as hard as I could,” said Hamlin, who gave all he had to chase Wallace down. “Nothing will ever come free when you’re driving for me. If you think I’m going to let you win, you better find another team.”
Kevin Harvick spent the week ruing an inferno that ruined his playoff opener, and led to plenty of discussion of safety in the Next Gen car. But it was the aerodynamics of the car that ruined Sunday and left his playoff hopes in peril.
The trouble began when Harvick was caught four-wide shortly after a Lap 25 competition caution. Ross Chastain drifted in front of him, took the air off Harvick’s nose and instantly made him loose. The three-time Kansas winner touched the wall out of Turn 4, then hit hard again across the start-finish line, leaving him with heavy damage to the right side.
It’s the first time in a Cup career spanning 782 races that Harvick has failed to finish three straight races.
“It is what it is,” Harvick said. “We were racing to win anyway today, so that’s what we will do again next week.”
Tyler Reddick’s brilliant weekend, which included his first pole on an oval, likewise ended in the first stage when his right rear went down. That sent his No. 8 sliding into the wall, breaking the upper control arm in the right front.
“We leave here with not a lot of points,” Reddick said, “so we’re going to fight hard at Bristol.”
Stage 2 was just as frustrating to playoff hopefuls. Many had problems on pit road, including Kyle Busch, who not only had a penalty for an uncontrolled tire but later spun into the grass and went a lap down. Busch finished 26th and fell below the playoff cutline along with Harvick, Chase Briscoe and Austin Dillon.
Busch trails Reddick and Austin Cindric by two points heading to Bristol. Dillon is another point back.
ODDS AND ENDS
JTG Daugherty Racing learned that longtime team member JR Hollar died early Sunday. He was 57. The cause was not disclosed. … Ricky Stenhouse Jr. also had a right rear tire go down while running near the front, then Harrison Burton and Corey LaJoie wrecked on the restart.
UP NEXT
The final race in the round is Saturday night on the concrete at Bristol, where Busch won the Cup race on dirt in April.
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Angels’ Ohtani expects to play Monday, day after early exit
CHICAGO (AP) — Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani says he expects to play Monday, a day after making an early exit because of tightness in his right groin. The two-way AL MVP was the Angels’ designated hitter when he was pulled for a pinch-hitter in the ninth inning of Sunday’s 6-5 win over the Chicago White Sox. Ohtani said he was taken out as a precaution. Angels manager Joe Maddon said Ohtani might have tweaked his groin running to first in the seventh inning on a grounder the White Sox turned into a double play. Ohtani is batting .228 with four home runs and 12 RBIs this season. As a pitcher, he’s 2-2 with a 4.19 ERA. He won his second straight start in his last outing, beating Cleveland on Wednesday.
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Topeka Police responding to incident in SW Topeka
Published: Apr. 12, 2022 at 10:18 PM CDT|Updated: 1 hours ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka police are investigating the scene of an incident in Southwest Topeka.
Officers closed off an area in the 2200 block of SW Morningside Rd. Shawnee Co. Dispatch said the call came in just before 9:30 p.m. TPD wasn’t able to provide any further details yet.
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TOYOTA, Japan, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SkyDrive Inc. (hereinafter "SkyDrive"), a developer of "flying cars" (*1) and "cargo drones" headquartered in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, has partnered with Toray Carbon Magic Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "TCM"), based in Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture, and providing advanced carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) products for the automotive, aerospace and other industries, to develop a composite vehicle's structure together. The two partners started with material conformity testing.
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Background of development
With the mission of "leading the once-in-a-century mobility revolution," SkyDrive is developing flying cars to realize a future that utilizes the sky for daily transportation. In 2025, it aims to enter into service in the Osaka Bay Area using the flying car of the SkyDrive Type "SD-05," a two-seater vehicle for which SkyDrive is currently pursuing type certification.
The most important factor in the development of the two-seater SD-05 is to reduce the weight of the vehicle. TCM's design and manufacturing technologies and facilities are extremely effective in achieving this goal, and the pair have been engaged in discussions and prototypes of a light and strong CFRP structure for flying cars.
CFRP is a resin base material to which carbon fiber is added as a reinforcing material. In addition to high rigidity and high strength, carbon fiber also has features such as electrical conductivity, heat resistance, low thermal expansion coefficient, self-lubricity, and X-ray permeability. By taking advantage of these features, it is expected to make products lighter, larger, smaller, and more energy-efficient, and is widely used in a variety of applications.
TCM's design technology, prototype proposal capabilities, and high-precision autoclave production technology, cultivated through the design and manufacture of racing car parts, are highly recognized by the market, and the company currently produces many CFRP parts not only for automotive applications but also in a wide range of other fields.
SkyDrive will proceed, together with TCM, with material conformity testing, acquire type certification (*2), and promote development with the target of launching air taxi services in the Osaka Bay Area in 2025.
Comments from the companies
Akiyoshi Oku, CEO, President and Representative Director, Toray Carbon Magic Co., Ltd. "We are delighted that our lightweight and aerodynamic technologies cultivated in the development of racing cars will be utilized in developing the flying car. We will continue to work proactively on the development of elemental technologies required for flying the vehicle, and together with SkyDrive, we will strive to contribute to the future society."
Tomohiro Fukuzawa, CEO, President and Representative Director, SkyDrive Inc. "Toray Carbon Magic's advanced carbon fiber-reinforced plastic is an essential element of our two-seater aircraft SD-05. Starting with this material compatibility testing, we will continue to work closely together to promote the development of a light and strong flying car airframe structure, with the aim of realizing an air mobility society."
Company profiles: https://kyodonewsprwire.jp/attach/202207193989-O1-DJk9G5J0.pdf
Editor's note:
(*1) Flying cars, formally eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft, are characterized by electrification, a fully autonomous autopilot, and vertical takeoff and landing. A new advancement in the field of mobility, the development of flying cars is being promoted globally. In Japan, the Public-Private Council for Air Mobility Revolution was established in 2018 for that purpose. The project is expected to lead to taxi services in urban areas, new means of transportation for remote islands and mountainous areas, and emergency transport in times of disaster. A roadmap formulated by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) anticipates the start of business in 2023 and full-scale deployment in 2030.
(*2) Certificate issued by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) in accordance with the Civil Aeronautics Law, certifying that the design, structure, strength, and performance of each type of newly developed aircraft comply with the prescribed safety and environmental standards.
Press release regarding SkyDrive's certification activities: https://en.skydrive2020.com/archives/6379
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Doximity Executives to Take Part in William Blair Growth Stock Conference and Goldman Sachs Healthcare Conference
SAN FRANCISCO, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Doximity, Inc. (NYSE: DOCS), the leading digital platform for U.S. medical professionals, today announced that it will participate in the following upcoming investor events.
William Blair's 42nd Annual Growth Stock Conference
Date: June 7, 2022
Presentation Time: 5:40 pm ET/2:40 pm PT
Speaker: Dr. Nate Gross, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer
Goldman Sachs 43rd Annual Global Healthcare Conference
Date: June 16, 2022
Presentation Time: 11:40 am ET/8:40 am PT
Speaker: Anna Bryson, Chief Financial Officer
Live and archived links to Goldman Sachs 43rd Annual Global Healthcare Conference webcast will be available on Doximity's investor relations website at https://investors.doximity.com/.
About Doximity
Founded in 2010, Doximity is the leading digital platform for U.S. medical professionals. The company's network members include over 80% of U.S. physicians across all specialties and practice areas. Doximity provides its verified clinical membership with digital tools built for medicine, enabling them to collaborate with colleagues, stay up to date with the latest medical news and research, manage their careers and on-call schedules, and conduct virtual patient visits. Doximity's mission is to help doctors be more productive so they can provide better care for their patients.
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NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Lucid Group, Inc. ("Lucid") (NASDAQ: LCID) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of a class of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Lucid common stock between November 15, 2021, and February 28, 2022, inclusive.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Lucid, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
https://www.wongesq.com/pslra-1/lucid-group-inc-loss-submission-form?prid=25749&wire=4
ABOUT THE ACTION: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and failed to disclose material adverse facts about Lucid's business and operations. Specifically, the Company overstated its production capabilities while concealing that "extraordinary supply chain and logistics challenges" were hampering Lucid's operations. As a result of the defendants' wrongful acts and omissions, and the significant decline in the market value of Lucid's common stock, Lucid investors have suffered significant damages.
DEADLINE: May 31, 2022
Aggrieved Lucid investors only have until May 31, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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TAICHUNG, Taiwan, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Globe Union Industrial Corp., the parent company of the U.S.-based Gerber Plumbing Fixtures, announces that its faucet manufacturing in Fuyong, Shenzhen, China, will be moved to a facility located in Machong, Guangdong, China. This decision is a result of plans made by the district government of Shenzhen to urbanize the area around Globe Union's faucet manufacturing facility, which include a road that will be built directly through the Company's current Fuyong facility.
This new manufacturing site will focus on the business's core manufacturing competencies, while leveraging its supply chain partners' strengths and efficiencies. The transition will take place over the next 15 months in alignment with the timeline provided by the local government in Shenzhen.
Headquartered in Taichung, Taiwan, Globe Union is a worldwide leader in kitchen and bathroom plumbing products. Globe Union has five key brands, including Gerber Plumbing Fixtures. Globe Union's commitment to excellence is embodied by offering customers the best possible value for the highest standards of product design and manufacture.
For nearly a century, Gerber has manufactured tried and true, high-quality kitchen and bathroom plumbing products. Each team member in the Gerber family delivers on our commitment to providing dependability reflected in both our products and customer care throughout North America. We earn the trust of trade professionals and homeowners alike who find value in products that have both style and substance – performing without exception for years to come, all while being surprisingly affordable. Gerber's comprehensive offering of plumbing solutions is created with the entire experience in mind, from easy installation to reliable everyday use, and is supported by Gerber's industry-leading warranties. As a partner in the U.S. EPA WaterSense® Program, Gerber is committed to protecting the environment through resource conservation, and creating high-efficiency and eco-friendly products.
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BAODING, China, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 3, the GWM TANK held a brand conference in Saudi Arabia with its two star models, GWM TANK300 and GWM TANK500, which were officially unveiled to global customers.
The conference was held under the theme of "Limitless Experience". The TANK brand has created a new SUV category for global buyers. The brand also presented the audience with the brand attributes, including luxury, off-road mobility and intelligence.
"The TANK products will cover all commuting needs and satisfy users of different levels." said David Xu, General Manager of GWM Middle East Region.
"This being the first launch outside of China. It shows the acceptance of the Saudi market and the confidence GWM has in the success of this brand, " Mr. Faisal AI Quraishi, a senior representative of the local dealership, said.
At the same time, GWM TANK300 was officially opened for pre-order and another heavyweight model, GWM TANK500, was also unveiled to the public.
GWM TANK places a premium on luxury and comfort. Both models on the show adopt several sound insulation and noise reduction design schemes, which can allow users to enjoy a high quality of silence even in noisy environments. The seats also feature different user-friendly designs, such as the soft and delicate leather used for the seats in the high-end version of GWM TANK300.
The models of this brand also boast solid off-road capabilities. Both displayed models are equipped with a host of specialist off-road devices, such as electronically controlled mechanical differential lock for front and rear axles. When the vehicle is stuck on a potholed road and one of the wheels slips, the driver can use the electric button to lock the differential and get out shortly.
Intelligent off-road is another outstanding performance of this brand. Its products are manufactured based on the "GWM TANK Platform". The platform has three features, including powerful, intelligent off-road and highly reliable. Regarding off-road intelligence feature, both models are equipped with a Crawl Control System, which could give drivers an easier and safer driving experience. When the system is activated, the vehicle can automatically perform power control and braking. The driver only needs to control the direction of driving to pass the road safely and smoothly.
Currently, the GWM TANK has already been a popular choice in the Chinese market since its launch. According to the sales report released by GWM, the GWM TANK SUV already has a penetration rate of over 50% in the off-road segment in China after being launched about one year.
GWM plans to launch the GWM TANK500 in Saudi Arabia later this year. Both TANK models, GWM TANK300 and GWM TANK500 will be released successively in other global markets, such as Australia, South Africa, ASEAN, South America, to stir up continuous waves of "TANK Trend" worldwide.
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FOSHAN, China, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 30, Country Garden Holdings Company Limited ("Country Garden") (02007.HK) released its financial results for 2021. The company maintained its industry leading position in sales and achieved stable growth in revenue and top performance in days sales outstanding (DSO), demonstrating robust operational resilience.
For the year ended December 31, 2021, Country Garden achieved contracted sales attributable to shareholders of approximately 558 billion yuan (approx. US$87.7 billion) with contracted sales GFA attributable to shareholders of 66.41 million square meters. Statistics show that from 2015 to 2021, the company's compound growth rate of contracted sales reached 29%.
In the sales rankings released by China Index Academy, CRIC and other third-party organizations, Country Garden is the only real estate developer with full caliber sales surpassing 700 billion yuan (approx. US$110 billion), and equity sales exceeding 500 billion yuan (approx. US$78.6 billion), maintaining its top position in the industry.
In terms of core profit indicators, the Group booked revenue of 523.06 billion yuan (approx. US$82.2 billion), gross profit of 92.78 billion yuan (approx. US$14.6 billion) and net profit of 40.98 billion yuan (approx. US$6.4 billion) for the full year. Core net profit attributable to shareholders stood at 26.93 billion yuan (approx. 4.2 billion).
Adequate cash flow is a key factor in managing and minimizing risk as the industry witnesses a tightening of capital and many developers face a cash squeeze as their bonds reach maturity. During the reporting period, Country Garden's cash collected from attributable contracted sales amounted to 502.2 billion yuan (approx. US$79 million), with a cash collection ratio of 90%. Of note is that Country Garden has maintained this ratio at a level of 90% or higher for six consecutive years.
In addition to further improvement in the financial position, Country Garden's debt level has declined steadily year by year, with financing costs falling in tandem. As of December 31, 2021, the Group had sufficient available cash of 181.3 billion yuan (approx. US$28.5 billion); total interest-bearing debt decreased by 2.6% to 317.92 billion yuan (approx. US$50 billion) with net gearing ratio of 45.4%, down 10.2 percent points YoY; weighted average borrowing cost decreased by 36 basis points to 5.2%. Cash flow to short-term debt ratio stood at 2.3x.
Despite the industry in China as whole going through a period of significant adjustment, Country Garden's sound operations and stable financial management assured the firm continued recognition and support from credit rating agencies and major financial institutions.
The real estate industry in mainland China entered a downward cycle during the second half of 2021, with the three major international rating agencies having cumulatively downgraded the rating or outlook of Chinese real estate developers some 250 times, reflecting the impact that the downturn had on the affected developers and their ability to raise or borrow funds. However, both Moody's and Fitch maintained their investment-grade rating on Country Garden, while Standard & Poor's kept the developer's "BB +" rating and outlook of "positive".
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nexstar/AP) — The United States Supreme Court on Tuesday questioned lower-court orders that have blocked the Biden administration from ending former President Donald Trump’s signature “Remain in Mexico” immigration policy.
The Trump administration’s program, formally known as the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP), requires people seeking asylum at the southern border to wait in Mexico while their claims are pending.
In Biden v. Texas, justices weighed whether the Biden administration has merits in ending the policy and is in compliance with a federal law. President Joe Biden paused “Remain in Mexico” on his first day in office. A judge forced the president to reinstate it in December.
The heart of the legal fight is whether, with far less detention capacity than needed, immigration authorities must send people to Mexico or if they have the discretion under federal law to release asylum-seekers into the United States while asylum-seekers await their hearings.
In nearly two hours of arguments, both conservative and liberal justices suggested the court might allow the Biden administration to end the “Remain in Mexico” policy.
Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar, Biden’s top Supreme Court lawyer, told the justices the law does not contain a provision requiring migrants to be returned to Mexico and that there is a “significant public benefit” to releasing migrants who pass criminal background and other checks into the U.S., keeping detention beds free for more dangerous people.
Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Brett Kavanaugh, at least one of whom the administration needs to win the case, suggested that the administration had a better argument than the states.
“You lose, right, if the government is right about what significant public interest is,” Barrett said in an exchange with Texas Solicitor General Judd Stone II.
Several justices also picked up on Prelogar’s point that no administration, including Trump’s, fully complied with the requirement to make migrants wait in Mexico.
If the states are reading the law correctly, Justice Clarence Thomas asked, “Wouldn’t it be odd for Congress to leave in place a statute that’s impossible to comply with?”
Justice Elena Kagan was among members of the court who wondered whether the lower courts were dipping impermissibly into international relations since reinstating the program depends on Mexico’s willingness to accept the migrants and close coordination between the countries.
“What are we supposed to do, drive truckloads of people to Mexico and leave them in Mexico?” Kagan asked Stone.
Justice Samuel Alito appeared to be the strongest voice on the states’ side, questioning the administration’s assertion that it assesses migrants on a case-by-case basis before releasing them.
Border agents stopped migrants 221,000 times in March 2022 and nearly 66,000 migrants were released in the United States, according to a government court filing.
From late Januart 2019 until Biden halted the program, nearly 70,000 people were shuttled back to Mexico. Cities of tents could be seen near ports of entry on the Mexico side of the border, sparking outrage from civil rights groups who say the policy led to dangerous conditions for asylum-seekers waiting to enter the U.S.
At the time, President Biden noted these conditions and the complications the policy created with Mexico relations, as well as the difficulty immigrants faced in getting legal help from the U.S.
After Biden’s suspension of the program, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas ended it in June 2021. In October 2021, DHS produced additional justifications for the policy’s demise, to no avail in the courts.
The Biden administration’s attempts to stop the program were blocked after a lawsuit was filed by the attorneys general of Texas and Missouri, reinstating the program. Lower courts found the president lacked legal basis for ending the policy, prompting the administration’s appeal to the Supreme Court.
Without enough detention facilities, Texas argues the administration’s only option is to make migrants wait in Mexico for asylum hearings in the U.S.
It comes as another signature Trump-era policy is set to end next month. On May 23, the Biden administration will lift Title 42, a pandemic-related public health policy that expelled migrants back to their home country, even asylum-seekers.
The decision to lift Title 42 is being challenged by nearly two dozen states, including Texas. Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a lawsuit last Friday.
On Monday, a federal judge in Louisiana announced he will temporarily block the Biden administration’s plans for ending Title 42 and sided with Republican attorneys general like Texas, which asked the courts to force the White House to temporarily keep the policy in place.
A decision in Biden v. Texas, 21-954, is expected by late June.
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- Creates a company with larger scale and significant free cash flow to unlock shareholder value
- Substantial combined gold reserve of 3.8 Moz and resource base of 18.3 Moz Measured & Indicated and 7.7 Moz Inferred1
- Strengthened mine-building, operating and financial capacity
- Streamlined corporate structure with direct realizable synergies
- No premium, all-share business combination
TORONTO and VANCOUVER, BC, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - GCM Mining Corp. (GCM) (TSX: GCM) (OTCQX: TPRFF) and Aris Gold Corporation (Aris Gold) (TSX: ARIS) (OTCQX: ALLXF) announce they have entered into a definitive agreement (the Arrangement Agreement) under which GCM will acquire all the outstanding Aris Gold shares not already held by GCM (the Transaction). The resulting entity will be named Aris Gold Corporation and will be led by Ian Telfer as Chair and Neil Woodyer as CEO and Director.
Ian Telfer, Aris Gold Chair, stated: "The combined group creates a top-in-class company with multiple tier one assets. After Aris Gold became operator of the Soto Norte joint venture, joining forces with GCM became a logical next step. Our increased scale will also broaden our future opportunities to continue building a +1 million ounce producer over the next few years."
Serafino Iacono, Executive Chair of GCM, stated: Each team has unique strengths with GCM being the Colombian leader for responsible, sustainable mining practices. Together with Aris Gold's Board and management, the combined group brings a track record of building sizable and successful mining companies; this transaction further diversifies the company's portfolio and reaffirms Colombia as an area of focus. While I am stepping down from a day-to-day executive role, I will remain a director and advisor on matters in Colombia as well as an enthusiastic securityholder."
Neil Woodyer, CEO of Aris Gold, stated: "We are building a gold mining business with scale, cash flow, a strong financial position with US$397 million of cash and US$260 million of additional committed funding, and a high-quality growth pipeline. Our teams are well known to each other, and together we will optimize the delivery of the growth projects to unlock shareholder value."
Under the terms of the Transaction, all the outstanding Aris Gold shares not held by GCM will be exchanged at a ratio of 0.5 of a common share of GCM for each common share of Aris Gold (the Exchange Ratio). The Exchange Ratio was determined at-market giving consideration to the 10-day and 20-day volume weighted average prices on the TSX for each of GCM and Aris Gold for the period ended July 22, 2022. Both the GCM and Aris Gold Boards of Directors (other than certain interested directors) have approved the terms of the Arrangement Agreement, and all of the directors and officers of both GCM and Aris Gold have entered into binding voting support agreements in favour of the Transaction, representing in aggregate 3.0% of GCM's issued shares and 9.0% of Aris Gold's issued shares.
- Creates the top-of-the-class company among junior producers and the largest gold company in Colombia, with diversification in Guyana and Canada.
- Experienced Board of Directors and management team with a track record of building value in the gold sector
- Brings together teams with unmatched experience in Colombia and extensive project development and mine building expertise
- Strong financial position to de-risk growth projects, with combined cash and committed funding of US$657 million2 and free cash flow generation from the Segovia Operations (US$84 million on a 12-month trailing basis to March 31, 2022)3
- Estimated G&A cost savings of US$10 million per year through the reduction of duplicative public company expenses and rationalizing other expenses
- No premium transaction that simplifies the ownership structure within a single company
- Substantial long-term re-rating potential, with share price upside from enhanced market visibility, trading liquidity, access to capital, and reduced cost of capital
The Board of Directors of the resulting entity will have nine members, with Ian Telfer as Chair and Daniela Cambone, David Garofalo, Mónica de Greiff, Serafino Iacono, Peter Marrone, Hernan Martinez, Attie Roux and Neil Woodyer as members.
Mónica de Greiff is new to the Aris Gold team and is a former Board Member of GCM, from 2018 to 2020, when she left to accept the position of Colombian Ambassador to Kenya. She has held positions in both the public and private sectors, including Minister of Justice for the Republic of Colombia and Vice Minister of Mines and Energy. Ms. de Greiff is a former member of the Board of Directors of the United Nations Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative.
The combined group will be led by Neil Woodyer as CEO and the corporate office will be based in Vancouver, Canada. Both Lombardo Paredes, CEO of GCM, and Mike Davies, CFO of GCM, will retire from their roles with GCM. Serafino Iacono will step back from an executive role but will continue as a member of the Board of Directors and an advisor on matters in Colombia.
The combined group will have a balanced mix of production, development, and exploration assets across the Americas with proven and probable mineral reserves of 3.8 million ounces of gold, measured and indicated mineral resources of 18.3 million ounces of gold, inclusive of mineral reserves, and inferred mineral resources of 7.7 million ounces of gold.4
- Segovia Operations (Antioquia, Colombia): a high-grade underground mining district that produced 206,389 ounces of gold in 2021. Operations at Segovia have been ongoing for over 150 years and there is a well-established history of mineral resource and reserve replacement. The Segovia Operations include the purchase of mined material from small-scale miners, which are described in the Segovia Technical Report[5] and represented about 16% of 2021's gold production, as part of an industry-leading Colombian program for the integration of informal small-scale miners into the supply chain, with added environmental, social and security benefits.
- Marmato Mine (Caldas, Colombia): a historic producing underground gold mine currently undergoing a modernization and expansion program, which includes the construction of a new decline, mine workings, 4,000 tpd carbon in pulp processing plant and dry stack tailings facilities. The Pre-Feasibility Study disclosed in the Marmato Technical Report estimates production of 175,000 ounces per year (oz/yr) from the optimized Upper Mine and the Lower Mine expansion project.5
- Toroparu Project (Cuyuni-Mazaruni, Guyana): an advanced stage open pit and underground gold project with estimated average gold production of 225,000 oz/yr over a 24-year mine life, as described in the Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) disclosed in the Toroparu Technical Report.6 Located approximately 50 kilometres southwest of the recently constructed Aurora gold mine, Toroparu is one of the largest undeveloped gold projects in the Americas and provides the combined company with a foothold in the emerging and highly prospective Central Guiana Shear Zone.5
- Soto Norte Project (Santander, Colombia): a large-scale feasibility-stage underground gold project undergoing permitting and licensing. In April 2022, Aris Gold became the operator of the Soto Note joint venture and is leading a new and reframed environmental permitting process. The Feasibility Study disclosed in the Soto Norte Technical Report estimates average gold production of 450,000 oz/yr over the steady state production years. Upon exercising its option to increase its joint venture ownership interest from 20% to 50%, the attributable gold production to Aris Gold would be 225,000 oz/yr.5
- Juby Project (Ontario, Canada): an advanced stage gold project with an open pit mineral resource located in the Abitibi greenstone belt.
While the combined company embarks on delivering its growth projects, the Board of Directors of the combined company is expected to initially adopt a no-dividend policy based on the strategic principle that internal cash flow generation is best deployed to advance high-return growth opportunities within the company.
On closing, GCM shareholders and Aris Gold shareholders (taking into consideration the 44.3% of Aris Gold currently held by GCM) are expected to own, on a diluted in-the-money basis, approximately 74% and 26% of the combined group, respectively.
The Arrangement Agreement includes customary transaction protection terms. GCM and Aris Gold have agreed to not solicit any alternative transactions and each party has the right to match any superior competing offer, with a reciprocal Transaction termination fee of US$6 million to be paid in certain circumstances.
The material conditions to completion of the Transaction include:
- Approval by Aris Gold's shareholders, with greater than 66 2/3% approval threshold and approval of disinterested minority shareholders.
- Approval by GCM's shareholders, with greater than 50% approval threshold.
- Receipt of all required governmental and regulatory approvals including TSX and Colombian anti-trust approvals.
- Other customary conditions.
It is anticipated that both the GCM and Aris Gold shareholder meetings will take place in mid September 2022, and completion of the Transaction is expected to occur promptly thereafter.
The Board of Directors of GCM determined it was advisable to establish a special committee of the independent directors of GCM (the GCM Special Committee), comprising Robert Metcalfe, De Lyle Bloomquist, Belinda Labatte and Jaime Perez Branger to, among other things, review and evaluate the merits of the proposed Transaction and to consider such materials and information needed, including an independent fairness opinion, and to make a recommendation to the Board of Directors of GCM in respect of the proposed Transaction.
The GCM Special Committee and the Board of Directors of GCM received a fairness opinion from its co-financial advisors, National Bank Financial Inc. (National Bank) and Stifel Nicolaus Canada (Stifel GMP) that, based upon and subject to the respective assumptions, limitations, qualifications of and other matters set forth in connection with the preparation of such opinion, the Transaction is fair, from a financial point of view, to GCM (the GCM Fairness Opinions).
Following the report and favourable recommendation of the GCM Special Committee, the Board of Directors of GCM (other than certain interested directors) approved the Transaction and determined to recommend approval of the Transaction to the GCM shareholders. In addition, all of the directors and officers of GCM have entered into binding voting support agreements with Aris Gold and GCM under which such individuals have agreed to support the Transaction and vote their GCM shares in favour of the Transaction.
A copy of the GCM Fairness Opinions, the factors considered by the GCM Special Committee and the Board of Directors of GCM and other relevant background information will be included in the management information circular and related documents that are expected to be delivered to the GCM shareholders in connection with a special meeting of GCM shareholders to be called to consider and approve the Transaction, filed with the applicable Canadian securities regulatory authorities and made available on GCM's SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com, and posted on GCM's website at http://www.gcm-mining.com/.
As of today, GCM beneficially owns 60,991,545 Aris Gold shares representing approximately 44.3% of the issued and outstanding Aris Gold shares. GCM is considered a "related party" of Aris Gold and the Transaction is a "business combination" of Aris Gold for the purposes of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (MI 61-101). The Board of Directors of Aris Gold formed a special committee of independent directors comprising of Ian Telfer, Peter Marrone and Daniela Cambone (the Aris Special Committee) to, among other things, review and evaluate the merits of the proposed Transaction and to consider such materials and information needed including an independent fairness opinion and formal valuation, and to make a recommendation to the Board of Directors of Aris Gold in respect of the proposed Transaction.
BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. (BMO Capital Markets) was retained by the Aris Special Committee to provide, under the supervision of the Aris Special Committee, an independent formal valuation prepared in accordance with MI 61-101 and independent fairness opinion. BMO Capital Markets provided its opinion (the BMO Fairness Opinion) to the Special Committee that, as of July 24, 2022, and subject to the assumptions, limitations and qualifications contained therein, the consideration to be received by the Aris Gold shareholders (other than GCM) pursuant to the proposed Transaction is fair from a financial point of view to the Aris Gold shareholders (other than GCM). BMO Capital Markets also prepared a formal valuation of the Aris Gold common shares (the Aris Gold Valuation) and the GCM common shares (the GCM Valuation), which are being issued as consideration, as required under MI 61-101. BMO Capital Markets concluded that, as of July 24, 2022, and subject to the assumptions, limitations, and qualifications included in the Aris Gold Valuation and GCM Valuation, respectively, that the value of the Aris Gold common shares on an en bloc basis7 was in the range of C$2.30 to C$3.10 per share and the value of the GCM common shares on a trading value basis was in the range of C$3.70 to C$5.75 per share.
Canaccord Genuity Corp. (Canaccord) was retained by the Aris Board of Directors and provided its opinion (the Canaccord Fairness Opinion) to the Aris Board of Directors that, as of July 24, 2022, and subject to the assumptions, limitations and qualifications contained therein, the consideration to be received by the Aris Gold shareholders (other than GCM) pursuant to the proposed Transaction is fair from a financial point of view to the Aris Gold shareholders (other than GCM).
Following the report and favourable recommendation of the Aris Special Committee, the Board of Directors of Aris Gold (other than certain interested directors) approved the Transaction and determined to recommend approval of the Transaction to the Aris Gold shareholders. In addition, all of the directors and officers of Aris Gold have entered into binding voting support agreements with GCM and Aris Gold under which such individuals have agreed to support the Transaction and vote their Aris Gold shares in favour of the Transaction.
A copy of the BMO Fairness Opinion, the Canaccord Fairness Opinion, the Aris Gold Valuation, the GCM Valuation, the factors considered by the Aris Special Committee and Board of Directors of Aris Gold and other relevant background information will be included in the management information circular and related documents that are expected to be delivered to the Aris Gold shareholders in connection with a special meeting of Aris Gold shareholders to be called to consider and approve the Transaction, filed with the applicable Canadian securities regulatory authorities and made available on Aris Gold's SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com, and posted on GCM's website www.arisgold.com.
National Bank Financial and Stifel GMP are acting as co-financial advisors to GCM and each has provided a fairness opinion to the GCM Special Committee and the Board of Directors of GCM.
Wildeboer Dellelce LLP, Proskauer Rose LLP and CLA Consultores S.A.S. are acting as Canadian, US and Colombian legal advisors to GCM, respectively, and the GCM Special Committee has retained Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP as its independent counsel.
Canaccord is acting as financial advisor to Aris Gold and has provided a fairness opinion to the Board of Directors of Aris Gold. BMO Capital Markets was retained by the Special Committee and has provided a formal valuation and fairness opinion to the Aris Gold Special Committee.
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP and Dentons are acting as Canadian and Colombian legal advisors to Aris Gold, respectively.
Ian Telfer, Serafino Iacono, and Neil Woodyer will host a conference call and webcast today, Monday, July 25, 2022 at 9am EDT/6am PDT.
No passcode is necessary to access the call or webcast.
Conference call
Toll-free US and Canada: 1-800-319-4610
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A replay of the call will also be available by dialling the following numbers and using passcode 9244:
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Technical reports for Marmato, Soto Norte, and Juby have been filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and are available for review on Aris Gold's website at www.arisgold.com and on the profile of Aris Gold Corporation on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. Technical reports for Segovia and Toroparu have been filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and are available for review on GCM's website at www.gcm-mining.com and on the profile of GCM on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. These reports confirm that the qualified persons responsible for the preparation of the technical reports have verified the data disclosed, including drilling, sampling, assaying, and QAQC protocols and results, and are of the opinion that the sample recovery, preparation, analyses, and security protocols used for the mineral resource estimates are reliable for that purpose.
Scientific and technical information concerning Marmato is summarized, derived, or extracted from the Marmato Technical Report entitled "Revised NI 43-101 Technical Report Pre-Feasibility Study Marmato Project Colombia" dated September 18, 2020 with an effective date of March 17, 2020. The Marmato Technical Report was prepared by Ben Parsons, MSc, MAusIMM (CP), Eric J. Olin, MSc Metallurgy, MBA, SME-RM, MAusIMM, Fernando Rodrigues, BS Mining, MBA, MAusIMM, MMSAQP, Jeff Osborn, BEng Mining, MMSAQP, Joanna Poeck, BEng Mining, SME-RM, MMSAQP, Fredy Henriquez, MS Eng, SME, ISRM, Breese Burnley, P.E., Cristian A Pereira Farias, SME-RM, David Hoekstra, BS, PE, NCEES, SME-RM, David Bird, PG, SME-RM, Mark Allan Willow, MSc, CEM, SME-RM, and Tommaso Roberto Raponi, P.Eng, each of whom is independent of the Company within the meaning of NI 43-101 and is a "Qualified Person" as such term is defined in NI 43-101.
Scientific and technical information concerning Soto Norte is summarized, derived, or extracted from the Soto Norte Technical Report entitled "NI 43-101 Technical Report Feasibility Study of the Soto Norte Gold Project, Santander, Colombia", dated March 21, 2022 with an effective date of January 1, 2021. The Soto Norte Technical Report was prepared by Ben Parsons, MSc, MAusIMM (CP), Chris Bray, BEng, MAusIMM (CP), Dr John Willis PhD, BE (MET), MAusIMM (CP), and Dr Henri Sangam, Ph.D., P.Eng., each of whom is independent of the Company within the meaning of NI 43-101 and is a "Qualified Person" as such term is defined in NI 43-101. The report was also prepared by Robert Anderson, P.Eng., a Qualified Person who is considered non-independent of the Company.
Scientific and technical information concerning Segovia is summarized, derived, or extracted from the Segovia Technical Report entitled "NI 43-101 Technical Report, Prefeasibility Study, Segovia Project, Antioquia, Colombia" dated May 6, 2022 with an effective date of December 31, 2021. The Segovia Technical Report was prepared by Ben Parsons, MSc, MAusIMM (CP), Eric Olin, MSc, MBA, MAusIMM, SME-RM, Cristian A. Pereira Farias, SME-RM, David Bird, MSc, PG, SME-RM, Fredy Henriquez, MS Eng, SME, ISRM, Jeff Osborn, BEng Mining, MMSAQP, Fernando Rodrigues, BS Mining, MBA, MAusIMM, MMSAQP, Giovanny Ortiz, BS Geology, FAusIMM, Joshua Sames, PE, BEng Civil, Mark Allan Willow, MSc, CEM, SME-RM, and Jeff Parshley, P.G., each of whom is independent of the Company within the meaning of NI 43-101 and is a "Qualified Person" as such term is defined in NI 43-101.
Scientific and technical information concerning Toroparu is summarized, derived, or extracted from the Toroparu Technical Report entitled "Revised NI 43-101 Technical Report and Preliminary Economic Assessment for the Toroparu Gold Project, Upper Puruni River Region of Western Guyana" dated February 4, 2022 with an effective date of December 1, 2021. The Toroparu Technical Report was prepared by Glen Kuntz, P. Geo., Brian Wissent, P.Eng, Daniel Yang, P.Eng, Ben Peacock, P.Eng, Kurt Boyko, P.Eng, Fernando Rodrigues, MMSAQP, and David Willms, P.Eng, each of whom is independent of the Company within the meaning of NI 43-101 and is a "Qualified Person" as such term is defined in NI 43-101.
Scientific and technical information concerning Juby is summarized, derived, or extracted from the Juby Technical Report entitled "Technical Report on the Updated Mineral Resource Estimate for the Juby Gold Project, Tyrrell Township, Shining Tree Area, Ontario" dated October 5, 2020 with an effective date of July 14, 2020. The Juby Technical Report was prepared by Joe Campbell, B.Sc., P.Geo., Alan Sexton, M.Sc., P.Geo., Duncan Studd, M.Sc., P.Geo. and Allan Armitage, Ph.D., P.Geo., each of whom is independent of the Company within the meaning of NI 43-101 and is a "Qualified Person" as such term is defined in NI 43-101.
The technical information in this news release was reviewed and approved by Pamela De Mark, P.Geo, Vice President Exploration of Aris Gold, who is a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101.
GCM Mining is a mid-tier gold producer with a proven track record of mine building and operating in Latin America. In Colombia, the Company is the leading high-grade underground gold and silver producer with several mines in operation at its Segovia Operations. Segovia produced 206,389 ounces of gold in 2021. In Guyana, the Company is advancing its fully funded Toroparu Project, one of the largest undeveloped gold/copper projects in the Americas, which is expected to commence production of more than 200,000 ounces of gold annually in 2024. GCM Mining has equity interests in Aris Gold Corporation (~44%; TSX: ARIS; Colombia – Marmato, Soto Norte; Canada - Juby), Denarius Metals Corp. (~32%; TSX-V: DSLV; Spain – Lomero-Poyatos and Colombia – Guia Antigua, Zancudo) and Western Atlas Resources Inc. (~26%; TSX-V: WA: Nunavut – Meadowbank).
Additional information on GCM Mining can be found at www.gcm-mining.com and www.sedar.com.
Mike Davies
Chief Financial Officer
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Aris Gold is a Canadian mining company listed on the TSX under the symbol ARIS and on the OTCQX under the symbol ALLXF. The Company is led by an executive team with a demonstrated track record of creating value through building globally relevant gold mining companies. In Colombia, Aris Gold operates the 100%-owned Marmato mine, where a modernization and expansion program is under way, and as of April 12, 2022, operates the Soto Norte joint venture, where environmental licensing is advancing to develop a new gold mine. Aris Gold also owns the Juby project, an advanced exploration stage gold project in the Abitibi greenstone belt of Ontario, Canada. Aris Gold plans to pursue acquisition and other growth opportunities to unlock value creation from scale and diversification.
Additional information on Aris Gold can be found at www.arisgold.com and www.sedar.com.
Tyron Breytenbach
Senior Vice President, Capital Markets
Meghan Brown
Vice President, Investor Relations
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This news release contains "forward-looking information" or forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation. All statements included herein are forward-looking, other than statements of historical fact, including without limitation statements relating to: the Transaction; the resulting entity of the Transaction, including its management, board of directors, assets, capitalization, strategy, plans and goals; the benefits of the Transaction; shareholder meetings, conference calls and webcasts in connection with the Transaction. Generally, the forward-looking information and forward looking statements can be identified by the use of forward looking terminology such as "plans", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "will continue" or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Statements concerning mineral resource estimates may also be deemed to constitute forward looking information to the extent that they involve estimates of the mineralization that will be encountered. The material factors or assumptions used to develop forward looking information or statements are disclosed throughout this news release.
Forward looking information and forward looking statements, while based on management's best estimates and assumptions, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of GCM, Aris Gold and the resulting entity to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information or forward looking statements, including but not limited to: the completion and the timing of the Transaction; the ability of GCM and Aris Gold to receive, in a timely manner, the necessary regulatory, court, securityholder, stock exchange and other third-party approvals; the ability of GCM and Aris Gold to satisfy, in a timely manner, the other conditions to the closing of the Transaction; interloper risk; the ability to complete the Transaction on the terms contemplated by the arrangement agreement between GCM and Aris Gold and other agreements, including the voting support agreements, or at all; failure to achieve and sustain mine-building, operating and financial capacity; the ability of the combined group to realize the anticipated benefits of, and synergies from, the Transaction and the timing thereof; the timing of the commencement and completion of construction activities, first production and sales, if at all; the impacts of a changing risk profile and possible subjection to a credit rating review, which may result in a downgrade or negative outlook being assigned to the combined group or a portion thereof; the combined group's dividend policy; the potential exposure to political, economic or social instability related to the combined group's international operations; the consequences of not completing the Transaction, including the volatility of the share prices of GCM and Aris Gold, negative reactions from the investment community and the required payment of certain costs related to the Transaction; actions taken by government entities or others seeking to prevent or alter the terms of the Transaction; potential undisclosed liabilities unidentified during the due diligence process; the accuracy of the pro forma financial information of the combined group after the Transaction; the interpretation of the Transaction by tax authorities; the success of business integration; the focus of management's time and attention on the Transaction and other disruptions arising from the Transaction; the ability of the Aris Gold management team to successfully integrate with the current operations, risks related to international operations; risks related to general economic conditions; uncertainties relating to operations during the COVID-19 pandemic; actual results of current exploration activities; availability of quality assets that will add scale, diversification and complement the resulting entity's growth trajectory; changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined; fluctuations in prices of metals including gold; the ability to convert mineral resources to mineral reserves; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; increases in market prices of mining consumables; risks associated with holding derivative instruments (such as credit risks, market liquidity risk and mark-to-market risk); possible variations in mineral reserves, grade or recovery rates; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; changes in national and local government legislation, taxation, controls, regulations, and political or economic developments in Canada, Colombia or Guyana; risks of the mining industry including, without limitation, accidents, operations, labour disputes, title disputes, claims and limitations on insurance coverage; delays in obtaining governmental approvals including obtaining required environmental and other licenses; the completion of development or construction activities; and those factors discussed in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in GCM's most recent AIF available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in Aris Gold's most recent AIF available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
Although GCM and Aris Gold have attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information and forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such information or statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information or statements. Each of GCM and Aris Gold has and continues to disclose in its Management's Discussion and Analysis and other publicly filed documents, changes to material factors or assumptions underlying the forward-looking information and forward-looking statements and to the validity of the information, in the period the changes occur. The forward-looking statements and forward-looking information are made as of the date hereof and each of GCM and Aris Gold disclaims any obligation to update any such factors or to publicly announce the result of any revisions to any of the forward-looking statements or forward-looking information contained herein to reflect future results. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and information.
Although information provided by GCM for inclusion in this news release is believed by Aris Gold to be reliable, Aris Gold has not independently verified such information and cannot provide any assurance of its accuracy, currency, reliability or completeness. Although information provided by Aris Gold for inclusion in this news release is believed by GCM to be reliable, GCM has not independently verified such information and cannot provide any assurance of its accuracy, currency, reliability or completeness.
This announcement does not constitute an offer of securities for sale in the United States, nor may any securities referred to herein be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an exemption from registration as provided in the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 as amended (the "Securities Act") and the rules and regulations thereunder. The securities referred to herein have not been registered pursuant to the Securities Act and there is no intention to register any of the securities in the United States or to conduct a public offering of securities in the United States.
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OAKLAND, Calif., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Callisto Media, one of the world's fastest growing tech/media companies, today announced Patrick Yee will join the company as its Chief Marketing Officer.
"Over the last ten years, Callisto's AI / data-driven approach has helped us to become one of the largest content providers in the publishing space—and now we have the opportunity to expand our reach to more extensive and diverse audiences around the world. Patrick's deep expertise with consumer data and razor-sharp focus on the consumer is a perfect fit for this next stage of company hypergrowth," said Benjamin Wayne, CEO of Callisto Media. "I am confident that Patrick's expertise and impressive track record of connecting premier brands with their customers in innovative ways will be transformational."
Patrick has held several leadership roles across various direct-to-consumer and media brands and agencies. Most recently, he was Chief Strategy Officer at Rebel Ventures, a sports marketing agency working with Real Madrid and Wimbledon. Prior to that, he was Chief Marketing Officer of Daily Harvest, where he helped to triple monthly online subscription revenue, and he was CEO of Laird & Partners, a luxury brand and creative agency. Patrick was an early partner and CMO at Refinery29, where he led and scaled growth, marketing and strategy for over 8 years. Patrick also serves on the Board of Directors of Apex for Youth, a non-profit focused on mentorship and education programs for underprivileged Asian American youth.
"Callisto has revolutionized the way to both identify what people want and create content to match those needs. Callisto is naturally tooled to give voice to a more diverse group of authors, creators and topics, which is powerful in this time of representation. I'm excited to join the team at Callisto to create one of the most diverse, impactful and valuable media companies in the world." said Patrick Yee.
About Callisto Media
Callisto Media is a technology and media company that is revolutionizing the way content is created. Callisto leverages Big Data, AI, and lean economics to profitably serve the unmet needs of mass niche audiences. We create high-quality content at scale, and since inception in 2011, we have served more than 50 million individuals creating one of the world's largest and fastest-growing media companies.
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DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday celebrated the opening of the country’s longest bridge, which took eight years to build amid setbacks involving political conflict and corruption allegations.
The 6.51-kilometer (4.04-mile) bridge spanning the Padma River cost an estimated $3.6 billion and was paid for with domestic funds after the World Bank and other global lending agencies declined to finance the project following a graft scandal involving a Canadian construction company.
The bridge, which will open to the public on Sunday, will slash the distance between the capital, Dhaka, and Bangladesh’s second largest seaport, Mongla, by 100 kilometers (62 miles).
“The bridge belongs to the people of Bangladesh. It encapsulates our passion, creativity, courage, endurance and perseverance,” Hasina said at a ceremony in Mawa, about 31 kilometers (19 miles) southwest of Dhaka.
While not directly part of China’s Belt and Road infrastructure initiative, the bridge was built by the China Major Bridge Engineering Company Ltd. and is seen by Beijing as a milestone for cooperation with Bangladesh, according to a statement by China’s Ambassador Li Jiming.
The China Railway Group has said the Padma Bridge will later feature a rail network that connects with other Belt and Road projects and will serve as an important link between China and a pan-Asian rail network.
Economists say the Padma Bridge will increase Bangladesh’s gross domestic product by an additional 1.3% per year, adding to robust growth projections from the Asian Development Bank that predict Bangladesh’s $465 billion economy will grow by 6.9% in 2021-22, and 7.1% in 2022-23.
Officials said the bridge will connect at least 21 districts in the southern and southwestern regions of Bangladesh.
Experts say the construction of the bridge, which involved more than 4,000 engineers, was a major technical challenge. The underwater pilings extend 122 meters (400 feet) deep, a world record, and it requires 41 pillars. At some points in the river, the water flow volume ranks second globally only after the Amazon River.
The World Bank said in 2012 that it found elements of corruption involving a Canadian construction firm in the plans for the Padma Bridge and decided to stay away from funding $1.2 billion for the project.
The decision prompted other lending agencies including the Asian Development Bank, Japan International Cooperation Agency and Islamic Development Bank to distance themselves from the project. Hasina then said Bangladesh would build the bridge with its own funds.
The corruption charges went to a Superior Court in Ontario, Canada, which acquitted three former top executives of SNC-Lavalin, the Canadian firm, in an international bribery case linked to the bridge’s construction in 2017.
Hasina also defied bitter criticism by political opposition led by former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia during the construction of the bridge. The opposition criticized Hasina’s government for increasing the budget threefold over the years and accused the authorities of corruption. Hasina rejected the allegations.
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The signup tool—successfully launched last year in collaboration with the White House and the US Department of the Treasury— is once again making it easy for eligible families in America to claim the Child Tax Credit and other tax benefits
SAN FRANCISCO, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Code for America—the leading nonprofit tech organization that works with community leaders and governments to deliver equitable, accessible digital tools and services—today opened its GetCTC portal, for the second year in a row, to give more families in America access to the Child Tax Credit and other tax benefits. The portal—located at GetCTC.org and released in collaboration with the White House and US Department of the Treasury—is free to use, accessible on desktops and mobile devices, and available in both English and Spanish.
Code for America is also launching a new outreach effort to increase the number of people who use GetCTC. Beginning today, Code for America will collaborate with state benefits agencies to reach eligible families (details below).
Code for America originally launched GetCTC last September for ten weeks until the close of the 2021 filing season. Over 115,000 families used the tool to successfully claim tax benefits with nearly four out of five clients reporting the tool was "easy" or "extremely easy" to use. The majority of clients used GetCTC on mobile devices and typically finished in 10-15 minutes. Code for America published lessons from last year's effort in this report.
"Through simplified filing via the GetCTC portal, more than 100,000 low-income families were able to claim tax benefits they are due. This was a successful proof of concept that allowed people to claim more than $400 million in tax benefits," said David Newville, Senior Program Director for Tax Benefits, Code for America. "We are proud to play a similar role again this year—in collaboration with the White House, the Department of the Treasury, and trusted community partners—to help more eligible families receive these meaningful tax benefits. With a focus on iterative design, we've brought forth lessons learned and incorporated them into this year's portal to ensure clients have a seamless experience when it comes to claiming the flexible cash that belongs to them."
This year, eligible families can use GetCTC to receive the 2021 Child Tax Credit, expanded last year to $3,600 per child for children under six and $3,000 per child for children under 18. In 2021, 36 million families received half of the credit in advance payments and will receive the second half when they use GetCTC.org. Families who didn't receive advance payments will receive the entire Child Tax Credit when they file through GetCTC.org. Clients can also use the tool to claim any missing portion of the third stimulus payments, generally worth $1,400 per family member.
For 2022, the IRS authorized the filing of simplified returns after the close of the traditional tax season on April 18. Rather than submitting a full tax return, GetCTC files a "simplified return" containing just the information needed to issue Child Tax Credits and stimulus payments. This helps low-income families who often face barriers when filing tax returns that require more, and sometimes complicated, documentation. GetCTC's user-friendly, interview-style format prompts clients to answer one question at time and guides them through the criteria that apply.
Collaborating with State Benefit Agencies to Reach Eligible Families
Code for America convened with officials from the White House and the Department of Treasury on Wednesday to officially launch the GetCTC portal for 2022. The convening also marked the launch of a new, national outreach effort inspired by last year's success.
Through this effort, Code for America will work with state benefits agencies across the country to spread the word about GetCTC to their beneficiaries. Benefits agencies are trusted messengers when it comes to receiving government benefits, and research suggests that a quarter of public beneficiaries—of common benefits like SNAP and Medicaid—may be missing out on tax benefits.
More information about this effort, states taking action, and how agencies and outside organizations can get involved is available at codeforamerica.org/CTCoutreach.
Eligible families can fill out and e-file a simple form at GetCTC.org and could receive payments within weeks of submission. Families are eligible to use GetCTC if they are not required to file taxes—generally meaning they earn less than $12,550 (for single filers) or $25,100 (for married couples)—and earn less than $400 in self-employment income.
About Code for America
Code for America, a nonprofit founded in 2009, believes that government can work for the people, and by the people, in the digital age. We work with government at all levels across the country to make the delivery of public services equitable with technology. Together with thousands of volunteers across over 80 Brigade chapters in the U.S., we work with community organizations and governments to build digital tools, change policies, and improve programs. Our goal: a resilient government that effectively and equitably serves everyone. Learn more at codeforamerica.org.
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Caught on camera: Mom chases peewee football opponent who tackled son
HOUSTON (KTRK) - A legal hit in a peewee football game led to a Texas mother getting banned from the sidelines.
The woman was caught on camera chasing and threatening a 12-year-old who had just tackled her son during a play.
Video captured a woman with something in her hand chasing him over a little league football game. The child is seen running away with his hands in the air.
“This is ridiculous. How can you get that angry at a kids game?” said Emilla Rucker, mother of the child who was chased. “Your son plays football, they tackle each other, that’s just the name of the game. How can you get that upset to chase him and not only chase him but curse at him while you’re chasing him.”
It was the first game of the season for the Southside Ravens. They were up against the North West Gorillas, but the game was cut short after just a few minutes of starting.
“Yeah, I picked him up and everything,” said Ivan Flanagan, the 12-year-old who was chased. “He was actually trying to shake my hand after the play until his mom I guess started chasing after me.”
An incident report by the Youth Football and Cheerleading league stated the parent in question was found in violation of multiple code of conduct policies.
It called the woman a substantial threat to the environment.
“If you cannot control your emotions that much that you get that upset then you don’t need to be around kids, but no, nobody has said anything to me,” Rucker said.
She has been banned from all events and activities permanently and so have the rest of her family and children.
“I hate that her son has to suffer,” Rucker said. “I hate that the team has to suffer, because we don’t hate them. We do this for fun.”
The woman will need to pay a $200 fine. Her sons former team owes $500 for not controlling the sideline.
The team apologized in a statement on social media. It said in part that they have removed the parent and child from the team, and they don’t stand with anyone putting children in harms way.
The Houston Police Department said it is looking into the incident.
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Traffic Alert: Crash on Fruitville road I-75N
Published: Sep. 9, 2022 at 8:30 PM EDT|Updated: 19 minutes ago
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A crash has northbound lanes at the intersection of I-75 and Fruitville Road backed up.
There is still a heavy back up of vehicles traveling northbound. Plan appropriate travel time for your commute.
This is a developing story.
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HubSpot's customers will be able to use Kanarys' proprietary tool to uncover their progress on their DEI journey and identify ways they can grow their DEI strategy for long-term success.
DALLAS, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kanarys, a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) technology company focused on providing the tools organizations need to create long-term systemic change around DEI challenges, announces its DEI Maturity Quiz for leading customer relationship management (CRM) platform HubSpot's 135,000 customers. The DEI Maturity Quiz will reveal where companies are on their DEI journey, uncover blind spots, and help company leaders identify areas of growth. The announcement comes on the heels of HubSpot's recent investment in the Kanarys platform and the two companies' collaboration to help HubSpot customers improve DEI in their respective workplaces.
The DEI Maturity Quiz is built by Kanarys' subject matter experts, and the proprietary tool analyzes and assesses best practices for critical DEI components, such as talent acquisition, retention and succession planning, DEI Councils, Employee Resource Groups, unconscious bias training, paid apprenticeship programs, supplier diversity programs, and more. Once HubSpot customers have completed the quiz and gained an understanding of their DEI journey, they can utilize Kanarys' comprehensive library of guidebooks and toolkits at no cost to learn the best practices that will help implement lasting changes within their organizations.
"Companies are finding that DEI and true belonging are really at the heart of an organization's success, and those that focus on DEI in a meaningful way are more likely to retain their employees, foster innovation, outperform their competitors, and so much more," said Mandy Price, co-founder and CEO of Kanarys. "In order to leverage DEI for business growth and employee retention, companies must first understand and measure their DEI progress, uncover potential stumbling blocks, and identify areas for improvement. This is why we're excited to offer HubSpot customers Kanarys' DEI Maturity Quiz to help bring about lasting organizational change and ultimately improve the workplace for millions of Americans."
"At HubSpot, we're always working to provide our customers with the tools and resources they need to scale and compete in today's economy," said Andrew Lindsay, SVP of corporate & business development at HubSpot. "We know that investing in DEI is critical to growing companies, which is why we're excited to build on our investment in Kanarys to help our customers solve DEI challenges and leverage DEI for business success.
The business case for DEI is stronger than ever. A recent Gartner study found that 75% of companies with diverse and inclusive decision-making teams will exceed their financial targets in 2022. Alternatively, it can also come at a huge cost if companies do not foster diversity. A lack of diversity within American companies has resulted in an economic loss of nearly $70 trillion. As companies look to rebuild during "The Great Reinvention" of the workplace, they're leaning into DEI to retain top talent, foster culture and belonging, keep employees engaged, and ultimately increase business. Kanarys has been at the forefront of DEI work since 2018, working with mid-sized enterprises and Fortune 500 companies to hone their data-driven approach to solve DEI issues, pinpoint DEI blindspots, and transform workplaces.
Kanarys is a technology company focused on providing the tools organizations need to create long-term systemic change around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) challenges. Working alongside mid-size enterprises and Fortune 500 companies, Kanarys transforms DEI work with data by providing the framework, benchmarking, and data companies need to incorporate best-in-class DEI into every area of the organization. Like a canary in the coal mine, Kanarys helps organizations ensure healthy work environments by revealing DEI blindspots before they become a problem. For more information on Kanarys, visit www.kanarys.com.
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HERNDON, Va., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Deltek, the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, marked the end of 2021 with significant momentum across its product portfolio, spotlighting the growth of its Deltek Ajera solution – built specifically for small architecture & engineering (A&E) firms and professional services companies to manage the entire project lifecycle.
Deltek experienced rapid growth among new Ajera users, with a 90% increase in sales in the last six months of 2021. That momentum continues into Q1 2022 as Deltek saw a nearly 60% year over year increase of new customers choosing Ajera. Deltek also reported a trend in movement from its on-premises customers converting to the cloud, as well as a trend in customers moving from Deltek competitors.
Deltek Ajera, used by over 3,400 companies, is an integrated project management and accounting system that benefits every role at architecture and engineering firms by ensuring accurate and up-to-date data, communication and accessible reporting. Central to Ajera is configurable dashboards and in-depth insight into project management and performance, offering users instant access to the information needed for better insight and decision-making.
A&E firms have applauded the solution on G2, a peer review platform, calling it a "must-have system" and a "powerful tool." Corey Middleton, AIA, NCARB and Principal Architect at Mint Architecture added, "We chose Ajera because it gives us the ability to see where we've been, where we are, and where we are headed. It allows us to make the decisions that will help us grow our company."
"We are delighted with the incredible results we are achieving – in particular, the trends in new customers choosing Deltek Ajera and in existing customers moving from on-premises to the cloud. Deltek is committed to the Ajera product and to furthering the business success our customers receive from their Deltek solutions," said Warren Linscott, Chief Product Officer at Deltek. "We continually work with customers and gather their feedback – and we have listened to their requests for even deeper functionality in Ajera. I think customers will be very excited about the new features coming soon, such as automatic bank feeds for accounting staff and more accessibility for project managers from their dashboard. We continue to invest in Deltek Ajera and it will only get better with our next release coming in mid-2022."
For more information on Deltek Ajera or to request a demo, visit Deltek.com.
About Deltek
Better software means better projects. Deltek is the leading global provider of enterprise software and information solutions for project-based businesses. More than 30,000 organizations and millions of users in over 80 countries around the world rely on Deltek for superior levels of project intelligence, management and collaboration. Our industry-focused expertise powers project success by helping firms achieve performance that maximizes productivity and revenue. Learn more at www.deltek.com.
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NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Enservco Corporation ("Enservco" or the "Company") (NYSE: ENSV). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Enervco and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On April 18, 2022, Enservco disclosed in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that it had "concluded that the Company's previously issued condensed consolidated financial statements as of and for the quarters ended March 31, 2021, June 30, 2021 and September 30, 2021 (collectively, the 'Relevant Periods') should no longer be relied upon due to the Company's utilization of certain deferred tax liabilities in 2021" and that "[t]he Company intends to amend its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the Relevant Periods to reflect restatements of its condensed consolidated financial statements for the Relevant Period."
On this news, Enservco's stock price fell sharply during intraday trading on April 19, 2022.
The Pomerantz Firm, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Paris is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, the Pomerantz Firm pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 80 years later, the Pomerantz Firm continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomerantzlaw.com
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SAN DIEGO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WD-40 Company (NASDAQ: WDFC), a global marketing organization dedicated to creating positive lasting memories by developing and selling products that solve problems in workshops, factories and homes around the world, announced today that Edward O. Magee, Jr. has been appointed to its board of directors, effective June 20, 2022. The board of directors appointed Mr. Magee to serve as a member of the Audit and Finance Committees.
In addition, the Company announced that Cynthia B. Burks has been nominated for election to its board of directors at the Company's 2022 annual meeting of stockholders. As previously disclosed, Garry Ridge will be retiring from the board of directors in December 2022. Mr. Ridge will continue to serve as chairman of the board of directors until the Company's 2022 annual meeting of stockholders, when his term expires.
"We are excited about our plans to add Ed and Cynthia to our board," said Greg Sandfort, lead independent director of WD-40 Company. "Ed's diverse senior leadership experience in manufacturing, sustainability, supply chain, and logistics will contribute to our board conversations as we continue to execute our growth strategy. Moreover, we are delighted that Cynthia has agreed to stand for election in the fall. Her extensive knowledge of human capital strategy and fundamental understanding that culture is a competitive advantage makes her a perfect fit for WD-40 Company where it really is all about the people."
Mr. Magee currently serves as executive vice president, operations at Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, a privately held musical instruments company owned by majority stakeholder Servco Pacific Inc. He served as senior vice president, operations at Fender from 2016 to 2020. Mr. Magee served as vice president of operations and distribution for Thomas & Betts Corporation, presently ABB Installation Products Inc., from 2014 to 2016 and in various management roles in vehicle operations at Harley-Davidson Motor Company from 2004 to 2014. He has extensive non-profit board experience including the Board of Visitors at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, the Fender Play Foundation™, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro LA, and an advisory role for the National Association of Manufacturers, "Heroes MAKE America" veterans transition program. Prior to his corporate executive experience, Mr. Magee served as a combat-decorated Lieutenant Colonel aviator in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Ms. Burks most recently served as senior vice president and chief people and culture officer at Genentech, Inc., a subsidiary of Roche Holding AG, which she joined in 2011. She served as vice president, head of human resources at Genentech Research and Early Development from 2015 to 2019, and in various human resource management roles at Genentech from 2011 to 2015. From 1999 to 2011, Ms. Burks held various human resource and organizational development positions across a variety of industries including media, consumer goods and technology. She serves on the board of directors of Torch, a privately held company offering integrated coaching, mentoring and learning software, and two non-profit organizations, Juma Ventures and Summer Search. Ms. Burks also served as a board member of Genentech Foundation from 2020 to 2022.
On June 20, 2022, WD-40 Company's board of directors adopted a resolution to increase the size of the board from 11 to 12 directors, effective immediately.
About WD-40 Company
WD-40 Company is a global marketing organization dedicated to creating positive lasting memories by developing and selling products that solve problems in workshops, factories and homes around the world. The Company owns a wide range of well-known brands that include maintenance products and homecare and cleaning products: WD-40® Multi-Use Product, WD-40 Specialist®, 3-IN-ONE®, GT85®, 2000 Flushes®, no vac®, 1001®, Spot Shot®, Lava®, Solvol®, X-14®, and Carpet Fresh®.
Headquartered in San Diego, WD-40 Company recorded net sales of $488.1 million in fiscal year 2021 and its products are currently available in more than 176 countries and territories worldwide. WD-40 Company is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select market under the ticker symbol "WDFC." For additional information about WD-40 Company please visit http://www.wd40company.com.
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Except for the historical information contained herein, this press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Our forward-looking statements are generally identified with words such as "believe," "expect," "intend," "plan," "could," "may," "aim," "anticipate," "target," "estimate" and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in or implied by the forward-looking statements.
Our forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding changes to our executive and board leadership and composition of our board of directors; expectations about future financial and operating results, including: growth and success of the Company and its products; plans for and success of the Company's execution of leadership succession; the impact of regulatory action; the length and severity of the current COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the global economy and the Company's financial results; changes in the political conditions or relations between the United States and other nations; the impacts from inflationary trends and supply chain constraints; and forecasted foreign currency exchange rates and commodity prices.
The Company's expectations, beliefs and forecasts are expressed in good faith and are believed by the Company to have a reasonable basis, but there can be no assurance that the Company's expectations, beliefs or forecasts will be achieved or accomplished.
Actual events or results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements due to various factors, including, but not limited to, those identified in Part I―Item 1A, "Risk Factors," in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021 which the Company filed with the SEC on October 22, 2021, and in the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended February 28, 2022 which the Company filed with the SEC on April 7, 2022.
All forward-looking statements included in this press release should be considered in the context of these risks. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Investors and prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements.
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BEDMINSTER, N.J., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Do Good Chicken, the first chicken brand that fights food waste and combats climate change has been featured by the World Economic Forum (WEF). The video celebrates Do Good Chicken as a revolutionary climate-forward brand, making positive impact for our planet.
Each year about 40% of healthy grocery food gets tossed into landfills. According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, if food waste were its own country, it would be the third largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world, behind the U.S. and China. To help keep this healthy food from going to waste, Do Good Foods has partnered with grocers for a smart, impactful solution, with the introduction Do Good Chicken.
Do Good Chicken upcycles nutritious surplus grocery food (after community donations are made) into healthy chicken feed. Each delicious, all-natural Do Good Chicken saves approximately four pounds of surplus food from being thrown away, thus preventing the release of approximately three pounds of greenhouse gases.
"We are beyond honored to be identified by this illustrious organization for our contribution to protecting our planet," states Justin Kamine, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Do Good Foods. "Our solution to upcycle nutritious surplus grocery food into healthy chicken feed, just makes sense," he continues. "We keep good food from going to waste in landfills, where it emits methane, a greenhouse gas 26x more potent than CO2, which accelerates climate change. Instead, we help feed chickens, then sell those carbon-reduced Do Good Chickens back to grocery stores in a closed-loop system. It's a win-win for everyone. "
The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. They operate under the belief that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change.
"This recognition is so rewarding for all of us at Do Good Foods," states Kamine. "We know we are making a difference and giving people a way to be part of the climate solution simply by buying fresh chicken. To have the World Economic Forum acknowledge our impact gives us determination to do even more."
Currently Do Good Chicken is sold at over 500 retail locations since launching in April. The first $170 million Do Good Foods facility is located in Fairless Hills, PA, with additional facilities scheduled to be built in Indiana and North Carolina in the next two years.
To learn more visit DoGoodChicken.com and follow @dogoodchicken on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Do Good Foods is a revolutionary climate-forward company. Our carbon-reduced food products give consumers a delicious way to fight food waste and combat climate change from their kitchen. Founded by the Kamine family, Do Good Foods has created a closed-loop system with state-of-the-art infrastructure designed to upcycle surplus grocery food (after community donations occur) into nutritious animal feed. Do Good Foods first product, Do Good Chicken, is raised using this healthy feed, can be purchased locally giving consumers an opportunity to make an immediate environmental impact and Do Good...for Plate & Planet.™
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SEOUL, South Korea, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Seegene Inc. (KQ965390), South Korea's leading molecular diagnostics (MDx) company has developed a PCR test to detect the monkeypox virus. The Novaplex™ MPXV Assay, which specifically targets the monkeypox virus, was swiftly developed using the company's AI-based automated test development system, known as SGDDS (Seegene Digitalized Development System), and technologies refined over 20 years of MDx expertise.
The World Health Organization says the monkeypox virus is an "evolving health threat that requires collective attention and coordinated action," calling on member states to step up surveillance, contact tracing and testing. The monkeypox virus has been detected in over 50 nations, with South Korea confirming its first case last week. The strain currently circulating in the Northern Hemisphere has an estimated fatality rate of between 3-6 percent and is considered especially dangerous for children and those with weak immune systems.
As with many infectious diseases, accurate diagnosis is crucial as treatments are more effective in the early stages of infection. This makes timely PCR testing vital, especially for individuals with a suspected case, as the incubation period for the monkeypox infection ranges between five to 21 days.
The Novaplex™ MPXV Assay can identify positive cases of the monkeypox virus in 90 minutes. The company swiftly developed the product to help curb the worldwide spread. Seegene plans to provide the assays to countries that have detected the virus.
"The monkeypox virus outbreak shows that endemic viruses can rapidly spread to the rest of the world and it's a warning that new pandemics can emerge and threaten our lives at any time," said Dr. Jong-Yoon Chun, CEO of Seegene. "We will continue our efforts to develop products that can accurately diagnose any virus to help prevent new infectious diseases from taking hold and becoming a pandemic."
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Deal with Paramount gives Walmart+ members streaming perks
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart Inc. said Monday it has signed a deal with Paramount Global to offer the entertainment company’s streaming service as a perk to subscribers of the discounter’s shipping subscription service.
The move is part of efforts by the nation’s largest retailer to better compete with Amazon’s Prime membership program, which offers an array of perks.
Starting in September, subscribers to Walmart+ will be have access to the Paramount+ Essential Plan, which includes ads and offers original dramas such as “1883″ and “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,” along with the preschool franchise “PAW Patrol,” recent blockbuster films such as “Sonic the Hedgehog 2,” and live sports.
The cost of Walmart+ will remain $98 a year, or $12.95 a month, the retailer said. It includes free shipping on items and discounts on gasoline. An Amazon Prime membership costs $139 a year, or $14.99 a month, and includes the Amazon Video service, original programming and free gaming, among other perks.
Walmart, which is based in Bentonville, Arkansas, has never disclosed the number of members it has signed up but said on Monday that it has had monthly growth in membership since its launch in September 2020.
Terms of the deal with New York-based Paramount Global were not disclosed.
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Facebook post claiming police were looking for a man posing as the rapper Drake who performed at UTRGV has been shared thousands of times and is causing some confusion amongst the public.
The Facebook page “McAllen PD” posted a photo on Wednesday stating the “fugitive task force” was searching for a man named Ronnie Williams Jr. who had “convinced 3 local colleges that he is Drake.”
The post claims Williams even performed the song “One Dance” at UTRGV and that he accepted the gig for $35 and a six-pack of Modelo beer.
The McAllen PD page even provides a dubious attribution to Guy Bailey, UTRGV President, about believing Drake would take such a low payment because he “assumed he had fell on tough times.”
The McAllen PD page is a self-proclaimed satire page that admits it is not affiliated with the police. Its ‘about’ section notes the PD stands for “Poop Department.”
However, the post has received thousands of reactions and shares, and hundreds of comments. While many were able to spot out the satire post as just a joke, others seem to be fooled by the joke.
An RGV news page copied and pasted the McAllen PD post which added to the confusion as thousands of people shared that particular post.
ValleyCentral reached out to the McAllen PD page who confirmed the post and everything affiliated with the page is satire.
The McAllen Police Department does not have an official page that shares news about arrests or investigations by the department. There are affiliate pages that share work done by officers in the community but all releases and information are sent to media organizations for facilitation to the public.
ValleyCentral reached out to the real McAllen PD about this incident and how to determine real posts from the department from satire, but we have not received a response.
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HOUSTON, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Blaffer Art Museum at the University of Houston is proud to present the first museum survey exhibition of distinguished Houston-born artist and photographer Pam Francis (1954-2020).
Pam Francis Photographs will be presented in the Joanne Guest Wilson Gallery of the Blaffer Art Museum, 120 Fine Arts Building on the University of Houston campus, April 19–26. Museum hours are Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, noon – 5 p.m. Admission is free.
Pam Francis Photographs spans Francis' art practice from 1987-2020, assembling over 100 photographs and collecting artifacts including the artist's camera, selected slides, contact sheets, CDs, films, and ephemera.
As one of the top editorial and portrait photographers in Texas, Francis photographed CBS Evening News anchor Dan Rather, Oscar Wyatt and Texas Lt. Governor William "Bill" Hobby, Jr. for the covers of Texas Monthly.
By 2001, she served as chief photographer for the Houston Texans "Got Tickets" billboard campaigns, which included iconic images of Lyle Lovett, members of Destiny's Child, Dusty Hill and Frank Beard of ZZ Top, Roger Clemens, and President George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush.
While Francis' portraits have appeared on the covers of Texas Monthly, Time, Business Week, XXL, Source, and Sports Illustrated, her work has not yet had the critical attention to be comprehensively studied and celebrated.
To view some of her more memorable photos of celebrities, athletes, musicians, politicians and actors, go to www.pamfrancis.com.
Christine Starkman, Guest Curator of the exhibition worked closely with Steven Matijcio, Jane Dale Owen Director and Chief Curator at the Blaffer Art Museum, in selecting the works for the exhibition and the catalog.
The exhibition will be accompanied by a full-color catalogue designed by Miko McGinty, and printed by Trifolio in Verona, Italy, and will be available in April 2022. This is the first monograph dedicated to the work of Francis, and it will feature essays by Teresa Hubbard, William and Bettye Nowlin Professor in Photography at the University of Texas at Austin, Keliy Anderson-Staley, Associate Professor of Photography and Digital Media at the University of Houston, and Britt Thomas, interdisciplinary artist and lecturer at Sam Houston State University, as well as eleven interviews conducted by Christine Starkman.
About Blaffer Art Museum
Founded in 1973, the Blaffer Art Museum endeavors to further the understanding of contemporary art through exhibitions, publications, and public programs. As the gateway between the University of Houston's Central campus and the City of Houston, Blaffer Art Museum is a catalyst for creative innovation, experimentation, and scholarship. Its exhibitions and programs are free and open to the public, create community through dialogue and participation, and inspire an appreciation for the visual arts as a vital force in shaping contemporary culture.
Major funding is provided by Leslie & Brad Bucher, the Stolbun Family Foundation, and the John P. McGovern Foundation. Generous support is provided by Ingrid Arneberg, Andrew & Robin Schirrmeister, and Blaffer Art Museum Advisory Board members. The following donors sustain Blaffer Art Museum in perpetuity by giving through endowments: Cecil Amelia Blaffer von Furstenberg Endowment for Exhibitions and Programs, Jane Dale Owen Endowment in the Blaffer Art Museum, Jo and Jim Furr Exhibition Endowment in the Blaffer Art Museum, Sarah C. Morian Endowment, and the Sarah Campbell Blaffer Foundation Blaffer Gallery Endowment. This project is supported in part by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts. The Blaffer Art Museum is funded in part by the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance.
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ISTANBUL, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- D-MARKET Electronic Services & Trading (d/b/a "Hepsiburada") (NASDAQ: HEPS), a leading Turkish e-commerce platform, today announced that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 2, 2022. The annual report on Form 20-F can be accessed under the SEC Filings section on the Company's investor relations website at https://investors.hepsiburada.com/en/financials/sec-filings as well as on the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov.
The Company will provide a hard copy of its annual report containing the audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders and ADS holders upon request from Hepsiburada Investor Relations Department at ir@hepsiburada.com.
About Hepsiburada
Hepsiburada is a leading e-commerce technology platform in Turkey, combining a globally proven e-commerce business model with a one-stop 'Super App' to cater to our customers' everyday needs and to help make people's daily lives better. Customers can access a broad range of products and services including same-day delivery of groceries and essentials, products from international merchants, airline tickets and payment services through our embedded digital wallet, Hepsipay. As at the end of December 2021, we had seamlessly connected 41.8 million members and 75 thousand Active Merchants.
Founded in Istanbul in 2000, Hepsiburada was built to lead the digitalization of commerce in Turkey. As a female-founded organization, we are committed to meaningful action to empower women. Through our 'Technology Empowerment for Women Entrepreneurs' programme, we have reached around 29 thousand female entrepreneurs across Turkey to date.
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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. (NYSE American: DPSI), a mobility-first enterprise services and solutions will report financial and operational results for the first quarter of fiscal 2022, which ended March 31, 2022.
DecisionPoint's earnings release will be filed on Form 8-K and posted on the DecisionPoint investor relations website (https://www.decisionpt.com/investing-in-decisionpoint/) at approximately 7:30 a.m. Eastern on May 16, 2022. Management will host an earnings conference call and webcast beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern. Management's presentation of the results, outlook and strategy will be followed by Q&A with investors.
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About DecisionPoint Systems
DecisionPoint is a leading provider and integrator of enterprise mobility and wireless applications solutions that delivers improved productivity and operational advantages to its clients by helping them move their business decision points closer to their customers. We do this by making enterprise software applications accessible to the front-line worker anytime, anywhere. DecisionPoint utilizes all the latest wireless, mobility, and RFID technologies. For more information about DecisionPoint Systems, Inc., visit www.decisionpt.com.
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KU’s Leipold kicks off The Big Event on campus
Published: Apr. 23, 2022 at 8:50 PM CDT|Updated: 19 minutes ago
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Big Event 2022 was led by a speech from KU Head Football Coach Lance Leipold on campus Saturday.
Big Event is a non-need-based student group that connects the KU campus with the Lawrence community They recruiting thousands of student, faculty, and staff volunteers to work at hundreds of local job sites during one day of service. The day of service landed on Saturday, the 23rd.
Their kickoff included Leipold speaking to the crowd.
If you want to get involved in planning next year’s event, leadership applications are open. e have a link available to it HERE.
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SKOKIE, Ill., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The much-anticipated 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL-Class of luxury roadsters will feature two of the latest intelligent suspension technologies from Tenneco's (NYSE: TEN) Monroe® Intelligent Suspension portfolio. The new models, representing the eighth generation of the iconic SL range, will be offered with Tenneco's CVSA2 semi-active suspension or integrated CVSA2/Kinetic® suspension. Both systems for the Mercedes-AMG models are now in production at Tenneco's recently expanded ride performance manufacturing complex in Gliwice, Poland.
Developed for supercars and ultimate-performance SUVs, CVSA2 technology provides a superior ride experience in virtually all operating environments. The system, which will be standard equipment on SL 43 and 55 models, comprises lightweight semi-active dampers equipped with two externally mounted electro-hydraulic valves that independently control rebound and compression. Each damper is continuously adjusted by software monitoring multiple data points, including steering wheel angle, vehicle speed, acceleration, and body displacement. The technology allows for a highly flexible tuning range between minimum and maximum damping levels, enabling exceptional comfort, handling and stability.
Available as an option on the SL 55 but standard equipment on the range-topping SL 63, the CVSA2/Kinetic suspension combines all the benefits of CVSA2 technology with an innovative, active roll control system that reduces vehicle weight by eliminating the need for anti-roll bars. Together the systems provide exceptional traction, steering response, brake balance and comfort as well as front lifting functionality for increased ground clearance.
"This has been an exciting project for our Advanced Suspension Technologies organization," said Henrik Johansson, vice president and general manager, Advanced Suspension Technologies, Tenneco. "These impressive new models take the storied SL-Class to impressive new heights in terms of driving enjoyment."
In addition to the new SL-Class, CVSA2 technology has enjoyed considerable recent success on Mercedes-AMG models, including the G-Class SUV and the AMG GT Black Series.
Visit www.monroeintelligentsuspension.com to learn more about Tenneco's latest advanced suspension technologies.
For more information on the Mercedes Benz AMG SL-Roadster, click here.
About Tenneco
Tenneco is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with full year 2021 revenues of $18 billion and approximately 71,000 team members working at more than 260 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.
Visit www.tenneco.com to learn more.
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ATLANTA, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:DAL) ("Delta") announced today the early tender participation results, as of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on July 29, 2022 (the "Early Tender Time"), of its previously announced cash tender offer for up to $1.5 billion in aggregate purchase price, excluding accrued and unpaid interest (the "Maximum Tender Amount"), of certain of its outstanding debt securities (the "Notes").
With respect to the Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to the Early Tender Time, Delta has elected to have an early settlement date to make payment for such Notes on August 2, 2022. The tender offer is being made on the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase dated July 18, 2022 (the "Offer to Purchase").
The following table sets forth certain information regarding the Notes and participation in the tender offer, including the aggregate principal amount of each series of Notes that was validly tendered as of the Early Tender Time according to D.F. King & Co., Inc., the Tender Agent and information agent for the tender offer:
The deadline to withdraw Notes validly tendered in the tender offer was 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on July 29, 2022, which deadline has not been extended. Accordingly, previously tendered Notes may no longer be withdrawn, except where Delta determines additional withdrawal rights are required by law.
The acceptance of tendered Notes was made in accordance with the tender offer terms as described in the Offer to Purchase. As the aggregate purchase price of the Notes validly tendered and not validly withdrawn as of the Early Tender Time exceeded the Maximum Tender Amount, the 2023 Notes that were accepted for purchase by Delta were prorated so as to accept the maximum principal amount of the 2023 Notes that did not result in the Maximum Tender Amount being exceeded. Delta will not accept for purchase any Notes tendered after the Early Tender Time.
Delta has engaged BofA Securities and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. to serve as the Lead Dealer Managers, BNP Paribas Securities Corp., MUFG Securities Americas Inc. and PNC Capital Markets LLC to serve as the Dealer Managers in connection with the tender offer and has appointed D.F. King & Co., Inc. to serve as the Tender Agent and information agent for the tender offer. Copies of the Offer to Purchase are available by contacting D.F. King & Co., Inc. via telephone by calling (800) 967-5084 (toll-free) or banks and brokers (212) 269-5550 or by e-mail: dal@dfking.com. A copy of the Offer to Purchase is also available at the following web address: www.dfking.com/delta. Questions regarding the terms of the tender offer should be directed to BofA Securities at (980) 388-0539 or via the email address debt_advisory@bofa.com or Citigroup Global Markets Inc. at (212) 723-6106 or via the email address ny.liabilitymanagement@citi.com.
This press release is for informational purposes only and is not an offer to purchase or a solicitation of an offer to purchase with respect to any securities. In addition, this press release is not an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. The tender offer is being made only pursuant to the Offer to Purchase and only in such jurisdictions as is permitted under applicable law. In any jurisdiction in which the tender offer is required to be made by a licensed broker or dealer, the tender offer will be deemed to be made on behalf of Delta by the Dealer Managers, or one or more registered brokers or dealers that are licensed under the laws of such jurisdiction.
About Delta
No one better connects the world
More than 4,000 Delta flights take off every day, connecting people across more than 275 destinations on six continents with a commitment to industry-leading customer service, safety and innovation. As the leading global airline, Delta's mission is to create opportunities, foster understanding and expand horizons by connecting people and communities to each other and their potential.
Delta's more than 80,000 employees believe our customers should not have to choose between seeing the world and saving the planet. Delta is working toward more sustainable aviation by leveraging existing solutions and technologies, investing in the future of sustainable aviation fuel and actively engaging with next-generation solutions.
Our people lead the way in delivering a world-class customer experience, and we're continuing to ensure the future of travel is personalized, enjoyable and stress-free. Our people's genuine and enduring motivation is to make every customer feel welcomed and respected across every point of their journey with us.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements made in this press release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding our estimates, expectations, beliefs, intentions, projections, goals, aspirations, commitments or strategies for the future, should be considered "forward-looking statements" under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are not guarantees or promised outcomes and should not be construed as such. All forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the estimates, expectations, beliefs, intentions, projections, goals, aspirations, commitments and strategies reflected in or suggested by the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, market conditions and the timing and ability of Delta to consummate the tender offer; the material adverse effect that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on our business; the impact of incurring significant debt in response to the pandemic; failure to comply with the financial and other covenants in our financing agreements; the possible effects of accidents involving our aircraft or aircraft of our airline partners; breaches or lapses in the security of technology systems on which we rely and of the data stored within them, as well as compliance with ever-evolving global privacy and security regulatory obligations; disruptions in our information technology infrastructure; our dependence on technology in our operations; our commercial relationships with airlines in other parts of the world and the investments we have in certain of those airlines; the effects of a significant disruption in the operations or performance of third parties on which we rely; failure to realize the full value of intangible or long-lived assets; labor issues; the effects of weather, natural disasters and seasonality on our business; changes in the cost of aircraft fuel; extended disruptions in the supply of aircraft fuel, including from Monroe Energy, LLC ("Monroe"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta; failure or inability of insurance to cover a significant liability at Monroe's Trainer refinery; failure to comply with existing and future environmental regulations to which Monroe's refinery operations are subject, including costs related to compliance with renewable fuel standard regulations; our ability to retain senior management and other key employees, and to maintain our company culture; significant damage to our reputation and brand, including from exposure to significant adverse publicity or inability to achieve certain sustainability goals; the effects of terrorist attacks, geopolitical conflict or security events; competitive conditions in the airline industry; extended interruptions or disruptions in service at major airports at which we operate or significant problems associated with types of aircraft or engines we operate; the effects of extensive government regulation we are subject to; the impact of environmental regulation, including but not limited to increased regulation to reduce emissions and other risks associated with climate change, and the cost of compliance with more stringent environmental regulations; and unfavorable economic or political conditions in the markets in which we operate or volatility in currency exchange rates.
Additional information concerning risks and uncertainties that could cause differences between actual results and forward-looking statements is contained in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 and our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022. Caution should be taken not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements, which represent our views only as of the date of this press release, and which we undertake no obligation to update except to the extent required by law.
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High School freshman dies at track practice
By Gregg Montgomery
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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A Lawrence North High School freshman died unexpectedly during track and field practice Monday afternoon, the school district says.
In a statement, the district expressed “deepest sympathies” “in this time of sadness and grief” to those who knew the 15-year-old.
The district will have counselors available on Tuesday for students and staff. Tuesday is the final student day of the school year, according to the district’s 2021-2022 calendar posted online.
The statement did not identify the boy or what may have led to his death.
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Entergy Texas, Inc. board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend payment of $0.3359375 per share on its Series A Preferred Stock. The dividend is payable July 15, 2022, to shareholders of record as of July 1, 2022.
About Entergy Texas
Entergy Texas, Inc. (NYSE: ETI-PR) provides electricity to more than 486,000 customers in 27 counties. Entergy Texas is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR), a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans. Entergy powers life for 3 million customers through its operating companies across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy is creating a cleaner, more resilient energy future for everyone with our diverse power generation portfolio, including increasingly carbon-free energy sources. With roots in the Gulf South region for more than a century, Entergy is a recognized leader in corporate citizenship, delivering more than $100 million in economic benefits to local communities through philanthropy and advocacy efforts annually over the last several years. Our approximately 12,500 employees are dedicated to powering life today and for future generations.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Roy Williams and Jim Calhoun will join John Beilein and Lon Kruger in a star-studded cast of coaches who will be inducted into the National College Basketball Hall of Fame in November.
Another longtime coach, Jerry Krause of Eastern Washington, will join the quartet along with players Richard Hamilton of UConn, Larry Miller of North Carolina, Frank Selvy of Furman and Jimmy Walker of Providence.
The date of the induction ceremony has not been announced, but it typically coincides with the Hall of Fame Classic, which is set for Nov. 21-22 at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
Williams retired in 2021 after leading two of college basketball’s bluebloods, Kansas and North Carolina, to a combined 903 wins — the third most for a Division I coach — and nine Final Four appearances. He spent his first 15 seasons with the Jayhawks before returning to his alma mater in 2003, where he led the Tar Heels to three national championships in 18 seasons.
Calhoun won three national championships at UConn, the first of them with Hamilton, who was voted the Final Four’s MVP after the Huskies beat Duke for the 1999 title. Calhoun’s other championships came in 2004 and 2011, making him one of six coaches in Division I history with at least three national titles.
Calhoun won 920 games with UConn, Northeastern and Division III Saint Joseph, where he finished his career in 2021.
Beilein won 829 games between stops at Erie Community College, Nazareth, Le Moyne, Canisius, Richmond, West Virginia and Michigan. The latter is where he became school’s winningest coach and had a pair of Final Four appearances.
Kruger also made two Final Four trips, first with Florida and then with Oklahoma, while leading five programs to the NCAA Tournament.
Krause spent 17 seasons at Eastern Washington, ushering the program from NAIA status to the Division I level.
Among the players, Miller starred on Dean Smith’s first two Final Four teams at North Carolina in the 1960s and remains one of three players in ACC history to win player of the year and tournament MVP in consecutive seasons. Selvy led Division I in scoring in 1953 and 1954, when he averaged 41.7 points for Furman. Walker led Providence to a pair of NCAA Tournaments in the 1960s, twice earning All-American honors while averaging 25.2 points for his career.
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NEW ORLEANS, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until May 16, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Grab Holdings Limited (NasdaqGS: GRAB, GRABW), if they purchased the Company's securities between November 12, 2021 and March 3, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
What You May Do
If you purchased securities of Grab as above and would like to discuss your legal rights and how this case might affect you and your right to recover for your economic loss, you may, without obligation or cost to you, contact KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or via email (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqgs-grab/ to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by May 16, 2022.
About the Lawsuit
Grab and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On March 3, 2022, the Company announced its 4Q2021 results, disclosing "a 44% decline YoY" in revenue and a $1.1 billion loss for the quarter due to "invest[ing] heavily" in driver incentives and that it would take one or two quarters "to get that equilibrium between drivers and riders, between supply and demand."
On this news, shares of Grab fell $2.04, or 37.3%, to close at $3.28 per share on March 3, 2022, on unusually heavy trading volume.
The case is Peccarino v. Grab Holdings Limited, et al., No. 22-cv-2189.
About Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
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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Christian private school receiving criticism over homosexuality assignment for students
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE/Gray News) - A private school in Louisville is receiving criticism online after an essay assignment leaked that required students to argue against homosexuality.
WAVE reported this week that photos showed an assignment titled “CW Letter to a Homosexual Friend” from a Christian Academy of Louisville Bible-elective course.
According to the screenshots, the essay required students to write a hypothetical letter to a longtime friend “who is struggling with homosexuality.” The instructions also require students to talk to the friend “in a way that does not approve of any sin.”
A list of requirements in the essay included showing the friend “that homosexuality will not bring satisfaction” and “that you love them even though you don’t approve of their lifestyle.”
A picture of the grading scale showed religious teachings to provide a logical argument in the essay.
Louisville businessman J.P. Davis said he got the screenshots of the assignment from a close friend who has a child attending the school.
“My friend was shocked, actually, and I was shocked when she shared it with me,” Davis said. “Obviously, I had a reaction, because I identify as gay, and I stayed in the closet 23 years because I was taught fear the same way this seventh-grader is being taught today.”
That’s why he decided to do something and shared them online. Davis said he received more than 1,000 messages throughout the day.
“So many people have reached out to me to say, ‘That can’t be real,’ or, ‘My kid goes there, that can’t be real,’” Davis said.
Superintendent Darin Long with the Christian Academy released the following statement regarding the assignment:
“We have been made aware that a student assignment from one of our middle school bible elective classes has been posted on social media. The assignment is part of a unit of study which discusses “What are humans and where is their identity”. This particular assignment, in context, was how a person could discuss homosexuality with a friend from a biblical perspective with compassion and love. This hypothetical friend conversation was for our students to review the class discussions and their perspectives on the subject. Moving forward, we will review this assignment to ensure there is clarity in its purpose and language.
Christian Academy of Louisville is a Christian-based private school system that partners with families that desire a Christ-centered educational environment. We teach all content with a biblical worldview which is defined in our Statement of Faith and Theological Documents which are provided at the time of student applications, during family interviews, and in our school and parent partnership agreements.
We believe that God created the marriage covenant to be between one man and one woman (Gen. 1:27, Gen. 2:24). We believe that sex is a good gift of God, to be celebrated within the confines of the marriage covenant, agreeing that all other sexual expressions go against God’s design. (1 Cor. 6:18, Gal. 5:19)
We believe that all individuals are created in the image of God and therefore should be treated with compassion, respect, dignity, and love at all times even in disagreement.”
Christian Academy of Louisville is a private school, and their handbook states that they believe marriage is between a man and a woman. Davis does not think that means this assignment was OK.
“They’re a private school; they can do what they want,” Davis said. “They have a board; they create their own values. Parents decide where their kids go to school. These kids should have a voice.”
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| 2022-05-14T23:18:51Z
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(WXIN) — The Biden Administration unveiled its plan Monday to increase the availability of low-cost, high-speed internet for families across the country.
The government secured agreements with 20 internet service providers to reduce monthly service costs by up to $30 a month (or $75 a month on Tribal lands). About 48 million households—40% of the U.S.—qualify.
Participating companies include AT&T, Comcast/Xfinity and Spectrum, among others. It’s called the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and is part of bipartisan infrastructure legislation passed last year.
The White House launched a website with information about eligibility requirements and the application process.
Households qualify if their income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level or if a member of the household meets one of the following criteria:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps
- Medicaid
- Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
- Free and Reduced-Price School Lunch Program or School Breakfast Program, including at U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Community Eligibility Provision schools
- Federal Pell Grant (received in the current award year)
- Lifeline
- Certain Tribal assistance programs, including Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance, Head Start (only households meeting the income qualifying standard), Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF), and Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
Households can also qualify if they meet eligibility criteria for a participating broadband provider’s existing low-income internet program. About 11.5 million households have already signed up to receive ACP benefits, the White House said.
Under the terms of the ACP, eligible households that opt in will receive a discount of up to $30 a month on internet service from a participating provider.
Twenty companies have agreed to offer ACP-eligible households a high-speed internet plan for no more than $30 a month. The administration defines “high-speed internet” as at least 100 Megabits per second (Mbps) in places where the provider’s infrastructure is capable of those speeds.
“That’s fast enough for a typical family of four to work from home, do schoolwork, browse the web, and stream high-definition shows and movies,” the administration noted.
Providers have been asked to offer plans without fees or data caps.
The administration pointed to Verizon as one example. The company lowered the price for its Fios service from $39.99 a month to $30 a month for a plan offering speeds of at least 200 Mbps per second. Spectrum, meantime, doubled the speed of its $30 a month plan from 50 Mbps to 100 Mbps for ACP participants.
Here are the participating providers:
- Allo Communications
- AltaFiber (and Hawaiian Telecom)
- Altice USA (Optimum and Suddenlink)
- Astound
- AT&T
- Breezeline
- Comcast
- Comporium
- Frontier
- IdeaTek
- Cox Communications
- Jackson Energy Authority
- Mediacom
- MLGC
- Spectrum (Charter Communications
- Starry
- Verizon (Fios only)
- Vermont Telephone Company
- Vexus Fiber
- Wow! Internet, Cable, and TV
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| 2022-05-09T23:00:50Z
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. and FRANKENMUTH, Mich., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Joerns Healthcare, a healthcare technology and equipment services company, announced the addition of consulting telerespiratory services to its portfolio through an exclusive agreement with rtNOW. Joerns will initially leverage the respiratory services of rtNOW, which include registered, certified respiratory therapists to provide remote tele-connected delivery for proper device/therapy setup, ongoing use and troubleshooting for caregivers and clinicians along the clinical pathway. The inclusion of the rtNOW telehealth capability complements the existing BioIntelliSense remote patient monitoring (RPM) solution that is part of Joerns first-in-class Connexio™ platform.
rtNOW brings unique and comprehensive capabilities to the respiratory care field and has quickly been recognized as a leader in delivering clinician education, patient support and device training from their remote learning and support portal. Users can connect directly from anywhere with a respiratory therapist by simply clicking on a provided link. The rtNOW platform uses high quality video via a proprietary HIPPA compliant link, allowing a telerespiratory therapist to not only answer questions, but view settings on respiratory equipment, provide just-in-time education, and troubleshoot equipment issues.
"Telehealth has become essential in value-based care. We are excited to continually drive healthcare forward with these kinds of innovative services that empower providers, caregivers, their patients and families at the point-of-care, no matter where that happens to be," said Doug Ferguson, chief strategy officer for Joerns Healthcare. "rtNOW is another example of a clinical technology solution that Joerns is bringing to market that can be used standalone, or in concert with our other AI-enabled technologies, to help in the transition from a bed-centered care system to a patient-centered care ecosystem. Our partnership with rtNOW brings another powerful tool into our remote patient monitoring offering, allowing the effective and safe care of the patient anywhere."
"We are thrilled to partner with Joerns to provide long-term healthcare facilities with access to our telerespiratory therapists," says Curt Merriman, chief sales officer at rtNOW. "We both have our eyes on the future, and the inclusion of our AI-driven services within their growing technology portfolio provides a cost-effective, turnkey, and scalable solution, further simplifying the experience for their customers."
About rtNOW
rtNOW is a unique telehealth service directed at empowering respiratory care for HME companies and in rural and urban healthcare locations in outpatient and inpatient settings. Professional, experienced respiratory therapists provide remote PAP set-ups, home non-invasive ventilator follow-ups, and remote physiological monitoring for patients. Our inpatient telerespiratory therapists assist nursing colleagues with respiratory care knowledge and experience at the bedside. Visit rtNOW.com for more information.
About Joerns Healthcare
Joerns Healthcare is a healthcare technology and equipment services company focused on driving the transformation of care nationally across the post-acute continuum. We are simplifying the complex post-acute care world by providing the technology, professionals, products, and data to help streamline the process, so providers concentrate on care. Joerns brings our national service footprint, the right products, and over 130 years of expertise to help navigate the new complexities that surround accountable care and optimize patient and financial outcomes. Visit Joerns.com for more information.
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Human milk grown in a lab could be just three years away
(CNN) – Scientists are developing a new type of lab-grown human milk for babies.
Biomilq, a startup based in North Carolina, says it’s on track to create infant milk generated with human tissue.
The milk is made with cells from donated mothers’ milk along with breast tissue.
The lab then grows those cells and incubates them in a reactor that mimics the environment found in a breast.
Biomilq’s co-founder Leila Strictland says she got the idea for the company after struggling to produce enough breast milk for her first child.
She also says its product will nutritionally be more like human milk than baby formulas.
The company hopes it will be available in about three years.
For more information, visit Biomilq’s website.
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Starting on September 14 in Shakopee, Minnesota, the tour will stop at 52 CASE Construction Equipment dealer locations across the U.S. and Canada
RACINE, Wis., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fans across North America need not wait any longer. Starting September 14, the industry-first CASE Minotaur DL550 will be making its way across the United States and Canada on The Groundbreaker Roadshow — showcased at more than 50 CASE dealer locations.
"Minotaur has a massive fan following and we're giving it the rock star treatment by sending it on a cross-continent tour into 2023," says Terry Dolan, vice president, North America, CASE Construction Equipment. "It's a machine that people have to see to believe — and the common response from people who see it is that it's even bigger, stronger and more versatile than they imagined it would be. It really has that ability to change the industry and how people work."
The CASE Minotaur DL550 compact dozer loader creates a new equipment category. This industry-exclusive machine holds 29 patents, has pushed through more than 12,000 field test hours, countless customer clinics, and typical lab and engineering testing. Attendees of The Groundbreaker Roadshow will get to experience the Minotaur compact dozer loader firsthand, while enjoying a day on the lot with plenty of chances for prizes and giveaways.
The Groundbreaker Roadshow kicks off on Wednesday, September 14 at Titan Machinery of Shakopee, Minnesota. For the full tour schedule, visit CaseCE.com/Roadshow.
More about The CASE Minotaur DL550 Compact Dozer Loader
Weighing in at more than 18,000 pounds and working with 114 horsepower, the new CASE Minotaur DL550 compact dozer loader delivers true dozing and grading performance, as well as powerful site loading capabilities and compatibility with hundreds of attachments. A single platform has never delivered this level of versatility, power and precision — all culminating in an entirely new product category created by CASE: the compact dozer loader.
The hallmark advancement of the CASE Minotaur DL550 is the chassis-integrated C-frame with six-way dozer blade. The C-frame hydraulically couples into both the chassis of the machine, as well as the attachment coupler. This design provides the stability and smooth operating plane of a small dozer while ensuring that all operating power is channeled through the whole body of the machine. This establishes greater performance and long-term reliability than the simple combination of a dozer blade attachment to a traditional compact track loader.
It also comes standard with CASE Universal Machine Control, which makes the machine ready for any of the three major providers of machine control technology, which are sold separately. It's also available with an optional, industry-exclusive fully integrated ripper for tearing up tough terrain to simplify dozing and earthmoving operations.
The C-frame is then easily detached, within minutes, to allow the operator to use it as a loader with a heavy-duty 1.25-cubic-yard bucket, or with hundreds of common loader attachments many equipment owners already have in their fleet.
"The Minotaur is truly a fleet of one, that is second to none," says Jeff Jacobsmeyer, product manager, CASE. "Business owners and fleet managers looking for a compact solution that delivers countless benefits in a single footprint will immediately see the versatility this exciting new machine brings to their fleets and will quickly understand what a 'compact dozer loader' is capable of accomplishing. We are excited to share it with the world."
For more information on the all-new industry-first, groundbreaking CASE Minotaur DL550 compact dozer loader, contact your local CASE dealer, and learn more at http://casece.com/Roadshow.
CASE Construction Equipment is a global full-line manufacturer of construction equipment that combines generations of manufacturing expertise with practical innovation. CASE is dedicated to improving productivity, simplifying operation and maintenance while achieving lower total cost of ownership for fleets around the world. The CASE dealer network sells and supports this world-class equipment, by offering customized aftermarket support packages, hundreds of attachments, genuine parts and fluids as well as industry-leading warranties and flexible financing. More than a manufacturer, CASE is committed to giving back by dedicating time, resources and equipment to building communities. This includes supporting disaster response, infrastructure investment, and non-profit organizations that provide housing and resources for those in need.
CASE Construction Equipment is a brand of CNH Industrial N.V., a World leader in Capital Goods listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CNHI) and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario of the Borsa Italiana (MI: CNHI). More information about CNH Industrial can be found online at http://www.cnhindustrial.com/.
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NEW YORK, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Practising Law Institute (PLI), a leading nonprofit learning organization, has redesigned and relaunched its award-winning PLI PLUS research platform to deliver an improved user experience.
The upgraded platform offers enhanced search and intuitive navigation, with a new Browse by Practice Area feature that enables users to find content across 33 practice categories. The streamlined, modern design features a visual style mirroring PLI's main website, PLI.edu.
PLUS subscribers enjoy unlimited access to a curated collection of content, such as treatises from PLI Press, which publishes more than 200 titles per year. The database also includes periodicals, forms, and other documents, along with course handbooks and transcripts from PLI's highly regarded CLE programs.
"Since its introduction 10 years ago, PLUS has become a valued tool for law librarians and other researchers as well as practitioners," says Alexa Robertson, PLI's Senior Director of Legal Information Services and Electronic Publishing. "Incorporating feedback from our customers, the newest version of PLUS continues to offer unique value for our users, providing a one-stop resource for authoritative materials not found anywhere else."
"PLUS is the latest example of how PLI continues to innovate to meet the needs of the legal community," says PLI President Sharon L. Crane. "These updates reflect our ongoing commitment to providing practitioners with the timely, relevant knowledge they need to serve clients and to fulfill their pro bono responsibilities, and delivering this content in an accessible and convenient manner."
PLI is a sponsor of the premier event for legal library professionals, the American Association of Law Libraries conference, taking place in Denver this month. Visit Booth 901 for a demo of the PLUS platform and to learn about PLI's other resources for the legal community.
About Practising Law Institute (PLI)
Practising Law Institute is a nonprofit learning organization dedicated to keeping attorneys and other professionals at the forefront of knowledge and expertise. PLI is chartered by the Regents of the University of the State of New York, and was founded in 1933 by Harold P. Seligson. PLI provides the highest quality, accredited, continuing legal and professional education programs in a variety of formats. This content is delivered by more than 4,000 volunteer faculty, including prominent lawyers, judges, investment bankers, accountants, corporate counsel, and U.S. and international government regulators. PLI publishes a comprehensive library of treatises, course handbooks, answer books, and journals, also available through the PLI PLUS online platform. The essence of PLI's mission is its commitment to the pro bono community.
Please visit www.pli.edu to learn more.
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Louisville-based health plan serves more than 85,000 members in affected area
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WellCare of Kentucky, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Centene Corporation, announced today it has donated $440,000 toward flood recovery efforts in Eastern Kentucky. The healthcare company donated $100,000 to the Governor Andy Beshear's Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund and to several local organizations that are providing direct relief to those affected by the flooding.
"These historic floods have made an immediate impact on our local communities, and recovery could take years," said WellCare Plan President and CEO Corey Ewing. "We will continue to support efforts to help people rebuild their lives."
To support the ongoing crisis, WellCare is helping with basic needs like, food, shelter, and medical care while monitoring the overall recovery efforts. WellCare's donations were supported in part by other Centene-owned health plans in the region.
Funds are being used to secure much needed medical supplies, including IV fluid, tetanus shots, Hepatitis A shots, oxygen concentrators, and life-saving medications. Critical needs will be met by purchasing generators, beds, transportation, food, water, and access to medical care. Funding will also be used restore, refurnish, and even rebuild homes for thousands of affected residents.
Donations will be given to the following organizations to meet growing needs:
- Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund
- Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH)
- Aspire Appalachia
- Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) – Disaster Relief
- Cowan Community Action Group
- East Kentucky Dream Center
- Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky
- Hindman Settlement School
- Montgomery Baptist Church
- Mountain Comprehensive Health Corporation (MCHC)
WellCare also supported the communities and its members by:
- Communicating to more than 85,000 members via text, automated phone messages, and Facebook to advise them that emergency prescriptions are covered if they were lost in the flood
- Reaching out with personal phone calls to over 25,000 high-risk members
- Waiving prior authorizations for three weeks
- Providing a 24-hour Nurse Advice Hotline
- Providing access to 24-hour behavioral and mental health services
- Providing 1,200 meals to first responders
- Shipping pallets of emergency supplies to key distribution centers
- Delivering thousands of personal care and hygiene items, which were donated and gathered by WellCare associates
WellCare of Kentucky provides government-sponsored managed care services to families, children, seniors, and individuals with complex needs primarily through Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans across the state. WellCare is a wholly subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a leading healthcare enterprise committed to helping people live healthier lives. For more information, visit wellcare.com/kentucky.
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NEW YORK, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Digital Turbine, Inc. ("Digital Turbine" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: APPS) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Digital Turbine investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between August 9, 2021 and May 17, 2022. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
APPS investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (1) the Company's recent acquisitions, AdColony and Fyber, act as agents in certain of their respective product lines; (2) as a result, revenues for those product lines must be reported net of license fees and revenue share, rather than on a gross basis; (3) the Company's internal control over financial reporting as to revenue recognition was deficient; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's net revenues was overstated throughout fiscal 2022; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Digital Turbine during the relevant time frame, you have until August 5, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
CONTACT:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP
Joseph E. Levi, Esq.
Ed Korsinsky, Esq.
55 Broadway, 10th Floor
New York, NY 10006
jlevi@levikorsinsky.com
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LOS ANGELES, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP ("GPM") announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Energy Transfer LP ("Energy Transfer" or the "Company") (NYSE: ET).
Class Period: April 13, 2017 – December 20, 2021
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 2, 2022
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Energy Transfer lawsuit, you can submit your contact information at www.glancylaw.com/cases/energy-transfer-lp-1/. You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at shareholders@glancylaw.com to learn more about your rights.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Energy Transfer had inadequate internal controls and procedures to prevent contractors from engaging in illegal conduct with regards to drilling activities, and/or failed to properly mitigate known issues related to such controls and procedures; (2) Energy Transfer through its subsidiary Rover Pipeline, LLC hired third-party contractor to conduct HDD for the Rover Pipeline Project, whose conduct of adding illegal additives in the drilling mud caused severe pollution near the Tuscarawas River when a large inadvertent release took place on April 13, 2017; (3) Energy Transfer continually downplayed its potential civil liabilities when the FERC was actively investigating the Company's wrongdoing related to the April 13 Release and consistently provided it with updated information about FERC's findings on this matter; (4) these issues were foreseeably likely to subject Energy Transfer to increased governmental scrutiny and enforcement, as well as increased reputational and financial harm, and would also materially impact Energy Transfer's financial results; and (5) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Charles Linehan, Esquire, of GPM, 1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, by email to shareholders@glancylaw.com, or visit our website at www.glancylaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number and number of shares purchased.
This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) (the "Company," "we," "us," or "our") has commenced an offering of $500.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Senior Secured Notes due 2027 (the "Notes") to investors in a private offering.
Each of the Company's subsidiaries will guarantee the Notes, other than Dustland, LLC, Sunseeker Resorts, Inc. and its subsidiaries and certain other insignificant subsidiaries. The Notes and the related guarantees will be secured by security interests in substantially all of the property and assets of the Company and the guarantors of the Notes, excluding aircraft, aircraft engines, real property and certain other assets. The collateral that will secure the Notes currently secures the Company's existing $150.0 million 8.500% Senior Secured Notes due 2024 and the Company's Term Loan B.
The Company will use the net proceeds from the sale of the Notes, together with cash on hand, to repay the Company's Term Loan B, which has an outstanding principal amount of $533 million.
The Notes and the related guarantees have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), or the securities laws of any other jurisdiction. The Notes and the related guarantees are being offered and sold only to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers in reliance on Rule 144A under the Securities Act ("Rule 144A") and to certain non-U.S. persons in transactions outside the United States in reliance on Regulation S under the Securities Act.
Las Vegas-based Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) is an integrated travel company with an airline at its heart, focused on connecting customers with the people, places and experiences that matter most. Since 1999, Allegiant Air has linked travelers in small-to-medium cities to world-class vacation destinations with all-nonstop flights and industry-low average fares. Today, Allegiant's fleet serves communities across the nation, with base airfares less than half the cost of the average domestic round-trip ticket. For more information, visit us at Allegiant.com. Media information, including photos, is available at http://gofly.us/iiFa303wrtF.
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Investor Inquiries: ir@allegiantair.com
This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities and shall not constitute an offer to sell or solicitation of an offer to buy, or a sale of, any securities in any jurisdiction in contravention of applicable law.
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Songs by Wu-Tang, Alicia Keys added to Recording Registry
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (AP) — Critically acclaimed debut albums by Wu-Tang Clan and Alicia Keys, Ricky Martin’s Latin pop megahit “Livin’ La Vida Loca,” and Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” are among the recordings being inducted this year into the National Recording Registry.
The Library of Congress announced on Wednesday the 25 songs, albums, historical recordings and even a podcast that will be preserved as important contributions to American culture and history.
Keys’ “Songs In A Minor,” released in 2001, introduced the young New York musician to the world with her unique fusion of jazz, R&B and hip hop and earned her five Grammy awards. With songs like “Fallin’” the album has been certified as seven-times multiplatinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.
The Staten Island collective Wu-Tang Clan, including RZA, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, GZA, Ghostface Killah, Method Man and more, released their highly influential debut “Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)” in 1993, which combined East Coast hardcore rap centered around kung fu film storylines and samples.
Other albums that were included were Linda Ronstadt’s “Canciones de Mi Padre,” a musical tribute to her Mexican-American roots, Bonnie Raitt’s Grammy-winning “Nick of Time,” A Tribe Called Quest’s “The Low End Theory,” and the Cuban musical ensemble’s self-titled debut “Buena Vista Social Club,” which also inspired a film by the same name.
Other songs now in the registry include Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin,’” “Walking the Floor Over You” by Ernest Tubb, “Moon River” by Andy Williams and “Reach Out, I’ll Be There,” by The Four Tops.
The Four Tops song was penned by the songwriting trio of Brian and Eddie Holland and Lamont Dozier and became a No. 1 song in 1966 known for its unorthodox arrangement and the urgent, operatic vocals of lead singer Levi Stubbs. The last surviving member of the band, Duke Fakir, said he was honored to have their song included in the registry.
“When we recorded ‘I’ll Be There,’ I have to admit (for the first time), we thought of the song as an experiment for the album,” Fakir said in a statement. “We never believed it would even make it on the album, let alone be a hit for all time in ‘The Library of Congress.’ I wish Levi, Obie (Benson), and Lawrence (Payton) were here with me today so we could celebrate this incredible accolade together. And we owe an incredible debt of gratitude to Holland Dozier Holland, the tailors of great music, who wrote it.”
Other recordings include public radio station WNYC’s broadcasts from Sept. 11, 2001 and Marc Maron’s interview with Robin Williams on his podcast “WTF with Marc Maron.”
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AP-NORC poll: Most in US say they want stricter gun laws
CHICAGO (AP) — Most U.S. adults want to see gun laws made stricter and think gun violence is increasing nationwide, according to a new poll that finds broad public support for a variety of gun restrictions, including many that are supported by majorities of Republicans and gun owners.
The poll by the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows 71% of Americans say gun laws should be stricter, including about half of Republicans, the vast majority of Democrats and a majority of those in gun-owning households.
The poll was conducted between July 28 and Aug. 1, after a string of deadly mass shootings — from a New York grocery store to a school in Texas and a July 4 parade in Illinois — and a 2020 spike in gun killings that have increased attention on the issue of gun violence. Overall, 8 in 10 Americans perceive that gun violence is increasing around the country, and about two-thirds say it’s increasing in their state, though less than half believe it’s increasing in their community, the poll shows.
The question of how to prevent such violence has long divided politicians and many voters, making it difficult to change gun laws. In June, a conservative majority on the Supreme Court expanded gun rights, finding a constitutional right to carry firearms in public for self-defense.
Later that same month, President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan gun safety bill. The package, approved in the wake of shootings like the one that killed 19 children and two teachers in Uvalde, Texas, was both a measured compromise and the most significant bill addressing gun violence to be approved in Congress in decades — an indication of how intractable the issue has become.
The poll finds that majorities of U.S. adults view both reducing gun violence and protecting gun ownership as important issues.
Nicole Whitelaw, 29, is a Democrat and gun owner who grew up hunting and target shooting in upstate New York with her strongly Republican family. Whitelaw, who now lives along Florida’s Gulf Coast, supports some gun restrictions, such as prohibiting people convicted of domestic violence from owning firearms and a federal law preventing mentally ill people from purchasing guns.
She said other restrictions — such as banning sales of AR-15 rifles — are “going too far” and may not solve the problem. Whitelaw pointed to the the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when many people bought up all the toilet paper they could find.
“I think people would start trying to hoard guns,” she said, adding that a better approach is to make smaller changes and see what impact they have.
The poll shows bipartisan majorities of Americans support a nationwide background check policy for all gun sales, a law preventing mentally ill people from purchasing guns, allowing courts to temporarily prevent people who are considered a danger to themselves or others from purchasing a gun, making 21 the minimum age to buy a gun nationwide and banning those who have been convicted of domestic violence from purchasing a gun.
A smaller majority of Americans — 59% — favor a ban on the sale of AR-15 rifles and similar semiautomatic weapons, with Democrats more likely to support that policy than Republicans, 83% vs. 35%.
Chris Boylan, 47, from Indianapolis, opposes restrictions on guns. As a teacher for many years, Boylan said he has “buried more kids than I care to count” and believes gun violence is a major problem. But the Republican, who said he leans more toward Libertarian in his personal stances, believes the issue is more about mental health and a too-lenient criminal justice system.
“Blaming the gun is an oversimplification of what the issues really are,” Boylan said. “It’s not the gun. It’s a hearts-and-minds issue to me.”
The new poll finds 88% of Americans call preventing mass shootings extremely or very important, and nearly as many say that about reducing gun violence in general. But 60% also say it’s very important to ensure that people can own guns for personal protection.
Overall, 52% of Americans -- including 65% of Republicans and 39% of Democrats -- say both reducing mass shootings and protecting the right to own guns for personal protection highly important.
University of Chicago professor Jens Ludwig said the poll’s findings show that concerns raised by opponents of gun restrictions are “very off base.” Led by the National Rifle Association, the gun lobby argues that any new limitations on who may have a gun or what type of firearms may be sold will lead to nationwide bans on all weapons and ammunition.
The poll showed most Americans’ opinions are more nuanced and there is support for some changes even among Republicans, who as elected officials typically oppose gun control, said Ludwig, who also is director of the University of Chicago’s Crime Lab.
“It should shut the door to some of the ‘slippery slope’ arguments,” he said.
The poll also found that only about 3 in 10 Americans support a law allowing people to carry guns in public without a permit. Seventy-eight percent of Democrats are opposed. Among Republicans, 47% are in favor and 39% are opposed.
Ervin Leach, 66, lives in Troutman, North Carolina, north of Charlotte, believes gun violence is a major problem and says that laws should be much more strict. A Democrat, Leach said he supports measures like background checks — or what he said should be “in-depth studies” — and a minimum age of 21 to buy a gun.
The poll found 1 in 5 people have experienced gun violence themselves in the last five years, such as being threatened with a gun or a shooting victim, or had a close friend or family member who has. Black and Hispanic Americans are especially likely to say that they or someone close to them has experienced gun violence.
Leach, who is Black, said the gun violence he sees in the news has made him more cautious.
“I don’t like people approaching me,” he said. “It used to be if someone was on the side of the road, you’d stop to help. Now, you go to help somebody, you might lose your life.”
All the killings have caused Leach to contemplate buying a gun for his own protection. While he hasn’t had a chance yet to get his gun permit, he said, “That is my intention.”
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AP Polling Reporter Hannah Fingerhut in Washington contributed to this report.
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The poll of 1,373 adults was conducted July 28-Aug. 1 using a sample drawn from NORC’s probability-based AmeriSpeak Panel, which is designed to be representative of the U.S. population. The margin of sampling error for all respondents is plus or minus 3.8 percentage points.
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Höegh LNG Partners LP (the "Partnership") (NYSE: HMLP) announced today that its board of directors (the "Board") has declared a quarterly cash distribution with respect to the quarter ended June 30, 2022, of $0.01 per unit for the common units. The cash distribution for the common units will be paid on August 12, 2022, to all common unitholders of record as of the close of the business on August 1, 2022.
The Partnership also announced that the Board declared a cash distribution of $0.546875 per 8.75% Series A preferred unit. The cash distribution for the 8.75% Series A preferred units will be paid on August 15, 2022, to all 8.75% Series A preferred unitholders of record as of the close of the business on August 8, 2022.
This press release includes statements that may constitute forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond management's control. Factors that can affect future results are discussed in the registration statement filed by Höegh LNG Partners LP with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which is available via the SEC's web site at www.sec.gov. Höegh LNG Partners LP undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement to reflect new information or events.
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The IGB Group, Bryan Degnan, +1 (646) 673-9701 / Leon Berman, +1 (212) 477-8438
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‘God had bigger plans for me’: Teen pitcher recovering after being struck in the head by batted ball
OZARK, Mo. (KY3/Gray News) - A 16-year-old in Missouri is recovering after he suffered a severe injury to his head from a batted ball.
On July 10 at U.S. Ballpark in Ozark, Kellar Davis was pitching a game for the Midwest Mavericks summer league team when he was struck in the right temple by a batted ball.
“It knocked me down, but I got back up, and I thought I had the ball,” Davis told KY3. “So I reached into my glove and didn’t feel it there. Then, my vision went black. I was still conscious, but that was when I started to get scared, and I heard people coming out there.”
The people who came out to help included Davis’ parents, Jason and Tracy Davis, as well as spectators with medical backgrounds who provided aid until the ambulance arrived.
Kellar Davis was taken to the hospital and slowly regained his sight. His parents were told by hospital officials he’d be under concussion protocol for the next 24 hours.
Then they were given more bad news.
“A neurosurgeon walked in and told us it was getting bad quick,” Jason Davis said. “They were prepping the OR, and they needed to go now.”
Tracy Davis said the doctors told them their son had bleeding between his skull and the lining of his brain.
“They did a craniectomy where they take a piece of skull out, drain the blood and cauterize the bleeding,” Kellar Davis said. “Then they put (the piece) back on with four little metal plates in there.”
Kellar Davis’s mom said the next 24 hours were rough for him.
“He was sick all night,” she said.
While she waited during a CT scan performed by doctors, Tracy Davis said she started reading a Bible her son had brought from home.
She said she read a few passages he had highlighted, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” After reading, Tracy Davis said her son’s CT scan came back “perfect,” and he improved and started walking that evening.
“It was a God thing,” she said.
Jason Davis said all of the specialists that came in the room said his son’s recovery was “amazing.”
Doctors said they expected Kellar Davis to be in intensive care for 72 hours and in the hospital for at least another week, but he was released within those 72 hours. He said he attributes his quick recovery to his faith and a commitment he made two weeks before his injury.
“I got called into the ministry, and I knew he was going to do something in my life pretty crazy to give me a good testimony for people,” Kellar Davis said. “But I never expected it to be something like this. My great-grandpa told me that Satan took a shot at me, but God had bigger plans for me.”
There was also a tremendous outreach of support from the Licking, Missouri, community and beyond.
“It’s been very overwhelming and humbling,” Tracy Davis said. “We’ve heard from people we know, people we don’t know, even people from other countries.”
While he was able to watch one game since the accident, Kellar Davis said he is determined to return to the field soon. He also said he has had no lingering effects.
“The only thing I had to get was a shaved head for it, so that’s pretty good,” he said.
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One America News Network ("OAN"), a 24/7 source of credible national and international news announced today that the network is now available in Spain through a partnership with Tivify, a leading streaming platform that offers both free and premium channel options along with a suite of advanced features to its users across the country.
On the heels of a recent launch with NetRange to further expand its CTV footprint globally, OAN now reaches more than 30 countries with its primary and FAST channel feeds. In Spain, where the Tivify monthly active users are projected to triple by the end of 2023, OAN Plus will continue to offer its global news perspective and join AWE Plus, a second entertainment channel owned by Herring Networks, on the platform.
"We have put a strong focus on continuing to reach new audiences for our content outside of the U.S. and we've seen our mature channel brands clearly resonate in many countries" said Alex Kopacz, EVP, Content Distribution and Strategy at OAN. "We've been very impressed with the features and functionality of the Tivify platform and feel that it is uniquely positioned as a leading streaming service in Spain"
Tivify was developed by the Spanish technology company TV UP Media Telecom with offices in Barcelona, Madrid and Santiago de Chile. Tivify is available on any device with multiple channel plans and advanced recommendation technology which allows its users to enjoy the latest generation television experience.
One America News Network, ("OAN"), which launched on July 4, 2013, provides an independent source of credible national and international news around the clock. The network operates news bureaus in Washington, D.C., California, New York, and Florida. In addition, the network utilizes numerous external newsgathering sources, including US Pool feeds. OAN produces eighteen hours of live news every weekday. In addition, the network features four weekday primetime political talk shows, namely REAL AMERICA with Dan Ball, IN FOCUS, TIPPING POINT with Kara McKinney, and THE REAL STORY. OAN is featured on over a hundred cable and video providers worldwide. In addition, the OAN LIVE app is available on your favorite connected devices. For more information, please visit www.oann.com.
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Rescuers look for victims at Cuba hotel after blast kills 22
HAVANA (AP) — Rescuers in Cuba’s capital were searching rubble through the night to find more victims of an explosion that killed at least 22 people and injured dozens at a luxury hotel that once hosted dignitaries and celebrities, including Beyoncé and Jay-Z
A natural gas leak was the apparent cause of Friday’s blast at Havana’s 96-room Hotel Saratoga. The 19th-century structure in the city’s Old Havana neighborhood did not have any guests at the time because it was undergoing renovations ahead of a planned Tuesday reopening.
Relatives of missing people remained at the site late Friday night as rescuers sifted through rubble. Others gathered at hospitals where the injured were being treated.
“I don’t want to move from here,” Cristina Avellar told The Associated Press near the hotel, whose outer walls were blown away by the explosion, leaving the interiors of many rooms exposed.
Avellar was waiting for news of Odalys Barrera, a 57-year-old cashier who has worked at the hotel for five years. She is the godmother of Barrera’s daughters and considers her like a sister.
Although no tourists were reported injured, the explosion is the latest blow to the country’s crucial tourism industry.
Even before the coronavirus pandemic kept tourists away from Cuba, the country was already struggling with the sanctions imposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump and kept in place the Biden administration. The sanctions limited visits by U.S. tourists to the islands and restricted remittances from Cubans in the U.S. to their families in Cuba.
Tourism had started to revive somewhat early this year, but the war in Ukraine crimped a boom of Russian visitors, who accounted for almost a third of the tourists arriving in Cuba last year.
The hotel’s first floors appeared to have suffered most of the damage from Friday’s blast. The missing walls made it possible to distinguish mattresses, pieces of furniture, hanging glass, tattered curtains and cushions covered in dust.
Dr. Julio Guerra Izquierdo, chief of hospital services at the Ministry of Health, said at least 74 people had been injured. Among them were 14 children, according to a tweet from the office of President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
Cuba’s national health minister, José Ángel Portal, told The Associated Press the number of injured could rise as the search continues. Fire Department Lt. Col. Noel Silva said rescue workers were still looking for a large group of people who may be under the rubble.
The search was to continue through the night. The shattered hotel remained cordoned off as workers operated heavy machinery to lift huge pieces of wall and masonry and trucks left the site loaded with rubble. Firefighters and rescue workers toiled inside the wreckage.
Authorities refused to release the names of the dead, even to their relatives. Authorities placed emergency lights at the site and brought in trained dogs to help in the search.
Rescuers declined to answer questions because the authorities had ordered them not to to avoid confusion.
A 300-student school next to the hotel was evacuated. Havana Gov. Reinaldo García Zapata said five of the students suffered minor injuries.
The emblematic hotel is about 110 yards (100 meters) from Cuba’s Capitol building, which had broken glass and damaged masonry after the explosion.
The hotel was first renovated in 2005 as part of the Cuban government’s revival of Old Havana and is owned by the Cuban military’s tourism business arm, Grupo de Turismo Gaviota SA. The company said it was investigating the cause of the blast and did not respond to an email from the AP seeking more details about the hotel and the renovation it was undergoing.
In the past, the Hotel Saratoga has been used by visiting VIPs and political figures, including high-ranking U.S. government delegations. Beyoncé and Jay-Z stayed there in 2013.
García Zapata said structures adjacent to the hotel were being evaluated, including two badly damaged apartment buildings. Díaz-Canel said families in affected buildings had been transferred to safer locations.
Photographer Michel Figueroa said he was walking past the hotel when “the explosion threw me to the ground, and my head still hurts.... Everything was very fast.”
Worried relatives of people who had been working at the hotel showed up at a hospital to look for loved ones. Among them was Beatriz Céspedes Cobas, who was tearfully searching for her sister.
“She had to work today. She is a housekeeper,” she said. “I work two blocks away. I felt the noise, and at first, I didn’t even associate” the explosion with the hotel.
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is scheduled to arrive in Havana for a visit late Saturday and Mexican Foreign Relations Secretary Marcelo Ebrard said the visit would still take place.
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New speculative building will be 150,574 square feet and strategically located near Interstate 40 at 98th Street
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Titan Development ("Titan") has broken ground on its first speculative building at Westpointe40, a business park located at I-40 and 98th Street in Albuquerque, New Mexico, containing 106-acres of shovel-ready sites. Building 1 is a Class A, institutional-grade facility with 150,574 square feet of space targeted for completion in the second quarter of 2023.
Westpointe40 will be ideally located within a one-minute drive of Interstate 40, a major thoroughfare for warehousing and distribution users, and Titan will target these users in addition to light manufacturing companies. Many major cities, including Phoenix, Denver, Las Vegas and Oklahoma City, are within an eight-hour drive of Albuquerque, making the city and Westpointe40 an important hub for commerce. The park is also in close proximity to Interstate 25, Albuquerque International Airport and within close driving distance to most of the city's labor force.
Building 1 at Westpointe40 has been designed to accommodate a wide variety of warehousing, distribution, light manufacturing and services users, with a rear-load configuration, 32' clear height, dock-high and grade-level doors and ample trailer parking. The building is designed for users between 50,000 and 150,000 square feet, with 54,000 square feet pre-leased to an undisclosed tenant. Wilger Enterprises is the general contractor for the project, GBA is the architect, Tierra West is the civil engineer and Consensus Planning serves as an entitlement consultant. Riley McKee, Alex Pulliam, Jim Wible and Jim Hakeem of NAI SunVista are currently marketing the property for lease.
Titan's efforts at Westpointe40 follow its strong industrial successes over the last several years in the Texas markets of Austin and San Antonio where demand is surging. Titan has also received strong support and interest from the Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance (AREA) in exploring options and opportunities to create new jobs for the community.
"Thirteen years ago, Titan, the city and county elected officials joined together to reach an agreement to address jurisdictional challenges, multiple landowners, ongoing zoning issues and neighborhood concerns, in order to allow this 106-acre area to be properly developed," said Kurt Browning, Partner at Titan Development. "This groundbreaking reflects the fulfillment of these efforts and the guidance and support of the late Councilor Ken Sanchez."
"I am thrilled to see the first piece of this industrial project come to fruition at Westpointe40, which will drive job growth for the Westside," said District 1 Albuquerque City Councilor Louie Sanchez. "The completion of the Daytona Road/Loop at Westpointe40 will also create a route for trucks to avoid the nearby neighborhood and improve overall quality of life for residents."
"With industrial vacancy rates at an all-time record low in Albuquerque, we know Westpointe40 is just one step in the right direction to creating an industrial hub in New Mexico," said Brian Patterson, PE and Senior Vice President at Titan.
"The first 54,000 square feet pre-leased not only demonstrates the strong demand for industrial space in our area, but also the trust that comes in developing with Titan," said Sal Perdomo, Director of Acquisitions and Development. "Titan's experience developing industrial buildings over the past twenty years gives confidence to potential tenants that a quality project will be delivered on time and on budget."
About Titan Development
Titan Development is a leading Southwest full-service development and real estate investment firm with proven returns, via diversified asset classes across varied geographic markets. Titan has completed more than $2.5 billion in project cost since the firm was formed in 1999. Titan Development has a wealth of real estate development experience in many asset classes including private equity fund investment and management, and has offices in Albuquerque, NM and Austin, TX.
Titan Development recently announced the close of its third fund, Titan Development Real Estate Fund III (TDREF III) at $122 million on May 12, 2022, continuing its successful strategy of focusing on multifamily and industrial investing in secondary and tertiary markets. Titan's previous fund, TDREF II, which raised $95 million, commenced in November of 2020, has identified all fund projects and is investing in 13 projects in TX, NM, CO and CA. Titan's inaugural fund, TDREF I, raised $112 million and invested in a variety of real estate asset classes.
To learn more, please visit www.titan-development.com.
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- Completed 50 resource expansion and infill diamond drill holes at Lemhi totaling 12,168 metres;
- Lehmi drill program designed to extend the known mineralization, typically consisting of high-grade lenses within a broad lower grade zone;
- Five additional diamond drill holes completed at the Beauty zone totaling 721 metres;
- Engaged Ausenco Engineering Canada Inc., a tier 1 engineering firm to complete a Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") specific to the Lemhi Gold Deposit;
- Secured a reverse circulation ("RC") drill from Specialized Drilling Corp. to complete a Phase III - 6000 metre resource expansion and classification drill program at the Lemhi Gold Deposit with some additional drilling at the Beauty zone; and
- Completed quarterly surface and groundwater water sampling and flow measurements.
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VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Freeman Gold Corp. (TSXV: FMAN) (OTCQX: FMANF) (FSE: 3WU) ("Freeman" or the "Company") is pleased to report it has successfully completed the Phase II diamond drill program consisting of 12,168 metres in 50 holes as part of a resource expansion program at its 100% owned Lemhi Gold Deposit, Idaho, USA. A total of 46 of these drill holes were designed to test mineralization on strike to the east and west of the known deposit (expansion holes) and four were infill holes in known areas to improve the resource confidence in zones where only historical drill holes exist. An additional five holes totaling 721 metres were drilled at the newly discovered Beauty zone (see Figure 1).
The expansion holes ranged from 40 to 90 metres to the east or west of existing drilling where gold mineralization was intersected. These particular areas were previously modelled as unmineralized due to lack of drill density in the initial maiden mineral resource estimate ("MRE"). The current MRE comprises an Indicated Mineral Resource of 22.94 million tonnes at 1.02 g/t Au for 749,800 oz of gold, and an Inferred Mineral Resource of 7.68 million tonnes at 1.01 g/t Au for 250,300 oz of gold (refer to press release dated July 8, 2021). The MRE covers a surface area of 400 by 500 metres and extends down to a depth of 180 metres below surface. The resource expansion holes that form the bulk of the current Phase II drill program are designed to extend this current resource both along strike and at depth.
Paul Matysek, Executive Chairman, commented, "The diamond drilling program was designed to confirm the continuity and increase the size of the Lemhi Gold Deposit. The planned drill holes stepped out up to 90 metres along strike, adding approximately 20% to the known mineralized strike length. Intersecting gold mineralization in these areas will have a direct impact on increasing the in-pit gold resource. Furthermore, many of these zones that have been drilled lie within the ultimate pit shell, meaning any ounces that are added in these zones will be accretive to the overall resource."
As of August 31, 2022, a total of 50 new drill holes have been completed at Lemhi for a total of 12,168 metres. These holes have been primarily designed to test on strike extensions of the known resource as well as infill in certain parts of the gold deposit. In particular, the drill program has focused on areas currently modelled as pit waste due to a lack of drill data. All ounces added in these areas, even if close to the cut-off grade, will add value to the project as they come from zones in the resource shell that would result in an upgrade to resources. An additional 25 holes or approximately 5,000 metres have been planned as part of the Phase 3 RC drill program.
Currently 45 drill holes from the project have been logged, sampled and sent to the laboratory. It is estimated that samples for all 50 holes will be at the laboratory by the end of month and analytical results are presently pending for many of the holes. It is anticipated that the complete set of analytical results will be received by the end of Q4.
All drill core samples are sent to ALS Global Laboratories (Geochemistry Division), an independent and fully accredited laboratory (ISO 9001:2008) for analysis for gold by Fire Assay and multi-element Induction Coupled Plasma Spectroscopy (select drill holes), in Vancouer, Canada. Freeman has a regimented Quality Assurance, Quality Control (QA/QC) program where at least 10% duplicates, blanks and standards are inserted into each sample shipment. The Company also collects RQ and SG and full geological logging.
Freeman Gold Corp. is a mineral exploration company focused on the development of its 100% owned Lemhi Gold property (the "Project"). The Project comprises 30 square kilometres of highly prospective land, hosting a near-surface oxide gold resource. The pit constrained National Instrument 43-101 ("NI 43- 101") compliant mineral resource estimate is comprised of 749,800 oz gold ("Au") at 1.02 grams per tonne ("g/t") in 22.94 million tonnes (Indicated) and 250,300 oz Au at 1.01 g/t Au in 7.83 million tonnes (Inferred). See the NI 43-101 technical report titled "Maiden Resource Technical Report for the Lemhi Gold Project, Lemhi County, Idaho, USA" with an effective date of June 1, 2021, and signing date of July 30, 2021, as prepared by APEX Geoscience Ltd. and F. Wright Consulting Inc. available under the Company's profile on SEDAR (www.sedar.com). The Company is focused on growing and advancing the Project towards a production decision. The technical content of this news release has been reviewed and approved by Dean Besserer, P.Geo., VP Exploration of the Company and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43- 101.
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William Randall
President and Chief Executive Officer
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains "forward‐looking information or statements" within the meaning of Canadian securities laws, which may include, but are not limited to statements relating to further exploration and the Company's future business plans. All statements in this release, other than statements of historical facts that address events or developments that the Company expects to occur, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words "expects," "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "potential" and similar expressions, or that events or conditions "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results may differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking information reflects the Company's views with respect to future events and is subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. The reader is urged to refer to the Company's reports, publicly available through the Canadian Securities Administrators' System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (SEDAR) at www.sedar.com for a more complete discussion of such risk factors and their potential effects. The Company does not undertake to update forward‐looking statements or forward‐looking information, except as required by law.
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Every middle schooler in the district will have the chance to play like tigers thanks to Kellogg's Frosted Flakes,® joining the 1 million kids nationwide impacted by Mission Tiger
BATTLE CREEK, Mich., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Tony the Tiger® is kicking off a Mission Tiger™ donation with an assist from his newest teammate, pro running back Najee Harris, with a surprise visit to Greenfield Elementary School in Harris' hometown of Pittsburgh. It's all part of the celebration for Tony's big win of achieving his goal to help 1 million kids gain better access to sports via Kellogg's Frosted Flakes® Mission Tiger.™
Acting as middle school coaches for the day, Tony and Harris are stopping by Pittsburgh Public Schools' Greenfield Elementary School to surprise their stellar co-ed flag football team with a Mission Tiger donation. To help the next generation of athletes get on the field and unleash their inner tiger, the duo is delivering new flag football equipment, uniforms and more, plus scouting out top talent. There is a pro draft coming up, after all, and Tony and Harris are always looking to build their roster.
"Over the past two years, we've seen many middle school sports programs cut short, which means kids miss out on the benefits of school sports. That's why Mission Tiger reaffirmed our commitment to help 1 million kids gain better access to sports and help keep kids in the game," said Ryan Versfeld, senior brand manager, Kellogg U.S. ready-to-eat cereal segment. "We're thrilled to be in Pittsburgh today to celebrate reaching this huge goal with our teammate Najee Harris and deliver another Mission Tiger donation — this time to the kids and coaches at Pittsburgh Public Schools."
This Mission Tiger donation will help middle schoolers at Greenfield Elementary as well as impact every middle school in the Pittsburgh Public Schools district, ultimately helping more than 38,000 Pittsburgh kids play sports. Kids across the city will enjoy better access to improved fields, upgraded training equipment, new uniforms and more.
"Sports are an important part of our students' development, giving them a safe environment to play, stay active and develop valuable teamwork and leadership skills," said Dr. Wayne D. Walters, interim superintendent of Pittsburgh Public Schools. "Thanks to Mission Tiger, we'll be able to provide our middle schoolers across the entire district with the equipment and opportunities they need to keep playing the sports they love for years to come."
TONY'S NEW TEAMMATE
Pittsburgh running back Najee Harris is the latest to join Mission Tiger alongside other athlete superstars. With his passion for sports and dedication to giving back to his local community, Harris is the perfect athlete to join Tony's Mission Tiger team and bring the mission to his hometown.
"When Tony the Tiger asked me to join him in making a difference in my hometown of Pittsburgh, I had to jump at the chance to join Mission Tiger and help support middle school sports," said Harris. "I've played football my entire life and it has had such a positive impact on me, both on and off the field. I'm excited to be in Pittsburgh today to deliver this donation and throw a few passes with these young athletes and my pal Tony."
1 MILLION KIDS
Youth sports play a vital role in keeping kids active and developing young students on and off the field by improving cognitive skills, building self-esteem and teaching valuable leadership and goal-setting skills.1 When many youth sports programs faced challenges in 2020, Mission Tiger reaffirmed its commitment to bring the benefits of sports to more middle schoolers nationwide by announcing a goal to have a positive impact on 1 million kids by the end of 2021.
Mission Tiger achieved that ambitious goal of helping 1 million kids gain better access to sports by refurbishing sports facilities, providing team jerseys, upgrading equipment and more.
For more information and to support the mission, visit MissionTiger.com.
About Kellogg's Frosted Flakes® Mission Tiger™
Mission Tiger launched in August 2019 with a $1 million commitment to DonorsChoose, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting public school educators nationwide. For every Kellogg's Frosted Flakes® box purchased, a $2 donation* is sparked by uploading a receipt to Kellogg's Family Rewards™ via MissionTiger.com. Thanks to fans coast to coast, students at middle schools nationwide have better access to play sports. If a favorite athletic program has been cut or a local team needs new uniforms, visit MissionTiger.com today to see requests from middle schools seeking funds and join our team. Mission Tiger middle school sports projects are fulfilled by Tony's partner, DonorsChoose.
*Kellogg is donating $2 per purchase to DonorsChoose with Kellogg's Frosted Flakes receipt upload. Min. Donation $250,000 - Max. $500,000. Go to missiontiger.com for instructions. Applies to purchases between 1/1/22 and 12/31/22; must upload within 30 days of purchase.
About Kellogg Company
At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), our vision is a good and just world where people are not just fed but fulfilled. We are creating better days and a place at the table for everyone through our trusted food brands. Our beloved brands include Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Special K®, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg's Corn Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Eggo®, Mini-Wheats®, Kashi®, RXBAR®, MorningStar Farms® and more. Net sales in 2021 were nearly $14.2 billion, comprised principally of snacks as well as convenience foods like cereal, frozen foods and noodles. As part of our Kellogg's® Better Days ESG strategy, we're addressing the interconnected issues of wellbeing, climate and food security, creating Better Days for 3 billion people by the end of 2030. Visit www.KelloggCompany.com.
About DonorsChoose
DonorsChoose is the leading way to give to public schools. Since 2000, 5.2 million people and partners have contributed $1 billion to support over 2 million teacher requests for classroom resources and experiences. As the most trusted crowdfunding platform for teachers, donors, and district administrators alike, DonorsChoose vets each request, ships the funded resources directly to the classroom, and provides thank-you's and reporting to donors and school leaders. Charity Navigator and GuideStar have awarded DonorsChoose, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, their highest ratings for transparency and accountability. For more information, visit donorschoose.org.
About Pittsburgh Public Schools
The Pittsburgh Public School District is the largest of 43 school districts in Allegheny County and second largest in Pennsylvania. The District serves approximately 20,350 students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. The Pittsburgh Public Schools offers students a variety of options and opportunities that will help them succeed in school and prepare them for whatever comes next in college, career and life. Visit https://www.pghschools.org.
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Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) told colleagues on the Senate floor Wednesday that he will not immediately bring gun control measures to the floor in the wake of two mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde, Texas, because he doesn’t expect them to muster enough Republican votes to pass.
Instead, the Democratic leader said he will wait for Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and other members of his caucus to try to negotiate a bipartisan compromise with Republicans on a measure that has a better chance of securing 60 votes to overcome a filibuster.
“There are some who want this body to quickly vote on sensible gun safety legislation, legislation supported by the vast majority of Americans,” he said. “They want to see this body vote quickly so the American people can know which side each senator is on …. I’m sympathetic to that, and I believe that accountability votes are important.”
But Schumer said he thought that bringing gun-control legislation in the immediate aftermath of Buffalo and Uvalde, where two lone shooters left a total of 31 people dead in the span of 10 days, would be fruitless because of staunch Republican opposition to such reforms.
He noted that Republicans opposed proposals to expand background checks, ban assault-style weapons and prohibit high-capacity magazines after a gunman killed 20 children at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., in 2012.
“If the slaughter of schoolchildren can’t convince Republicans to buck the NRA, what can we do?” he said, referring to the National Rifle Association.
“Sadly, this isn’t a case of the American people now knowing where their senators stand. They know. They know because my Republican colleagues are perfectly clear on this issue. Crystal clear.”
“Republicans don’t pretend that they support sensible gun safety legislation. They don’t pretend to be moved by the fact that 90 percent of Americans, regardless of party, support something as common sense as background checks, that the vast majority of gun owners support the background checks bill,” he said.
Schumer said he would hold legislation from the floor to give Murphy and other colleagues a chance to negotiate bipartisan legislation that has a better chance of passing.
“Americans can cast their vote in November for senators or members of Congress that reflect how he or she stands with guns,” he said. “In the meantime, my Republican colleagues can work with us now. I know this is a slim prospect, very slim, all too slim. We’ve been burnt so many times before. But this is so important.”
One promising candidate for action is “red flags” legislation crafted by Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) that would authorize and establish procedures for removing firearms from people judged a danger to themselves or others.
Graham and centrist Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) co-sponsored Blumenthal’s Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act in the last Congress.
Schumer held out hope that Republicans will come around to supporting gun violence measures at some point in the future, even if he doesn’t see a chance of passing reform proposals anytime soon.
“I have such a firm belief, taught to me by my late father … that if you do the right thing and persist, justice will eventually prevail. But you got to keep persisting, and we will,” he said.
He offered the slim hope that Murphy and Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), who negotiated a narrowly crafted bill to expand background checks with Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) in 2013, would be able to reach some kind of agreement with Republicans in the next several weeks or months.
“Democrats have been trying to work hard with Republicans, Sen. Murphy, Sen. Manchin, on legislation that will eventually pass and become law,” he said. “The other side has refused. There are so many options available to us. So many ideas. We just need some brave Republicans to stand before history and yell stop.”
Murphy told reporters on Thursday that he would like to get 10 Republican votes to pass a bill so he’s not looking for a quick vote on gun-control legislation that would likely break down along party lines and fail.
“Right now my focus is on getting a result so I’m not ready to take this to the electorate. I would like to find a path forward with Republicans and Democrats in the next week or so and if we fail — and we failed before — then certainly this ultimately becomes a choice for the voters,” he said.
Murphy’s home-state colleague, Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), however, is ready to put Republican senators — and even Democratic moderates — on the record by bringing legislation to the floor for a vote.
“We need to move forward. Democrats have a number of realistic sensible proposals to stop this needless senseless violence. I’m very hopeful that we’ll come together. All we’ve heard from Republicans is negative. But we have an obligation to act. To put our colleagues on record,” he said.
Blumenthal also suggested the Senate skip the Memorial Day recess to get a bill ready for the floor.
“I think we need to move forward as quickly as possible,” he said.
“Put people on the record and Americans have the right to know where we stand on stopping gun violence and we are going to do it as quickly as practically possible,” he said.
-Kelsey Carolan contributed to this report, which was updated at 12:13 p.m.
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AP source: DOJ denies panel details in Trump records probe
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department declined a request this week from the House oversight committee to disclose the contents of records that former President Donald Trump took to his Florida residence after leaving the White House, according to a person familiar with the matter.
The move could serve as a setback for Democrats on the House Committee on Oversight and Reform as it was ramping up its investigation into Trump’s handling of sensitive and even classified information during his time as president and after he left the White House. It remains unclear what implications the decision could have for the panel’s probe, which was announced in March.
The Justice Department’s decision is part of an effort to protect confidential information that may compromise an ongoing investigation, according to the person, who was not authorized to discuss the matter by name and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. The development was first reported Tuesday by The Washington Post.
The National Archives had referred the matter of Trump’s handling of those records to the Justice Department earlier this year. Because of that, the DOJ is asking the National Archives not to share information related directly to it, including the contents of the 15 boxes that Trump took to his Mar-a-Lago residence.
The notice to the committee comes days after its chair, Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., accused the Justice Department of “obstructing” the panel’s expanded investigation by preventing the release of information from the National Archives.
The Justice Department has not formally announced it is investigating Trump’s handling of the records, but letters between the committee and the department seem to indicate that investigators are taking steps toward it.
A spokesperson for the Justice Department declined a request for comment Tuesday.
In addition, the FBI has taken steps to begin examining the potential mishandling of classified information related to the documents in the boxes, according to two other people familiar with the investigation who were not authorized to discuss it by name and spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity. It wasn’t clear exactly what work investigators had done so far or what additional steps they were planning to take.
In a letter to the National Archives last month, Maloney made a series of requests for information she said the committee needs to determine if Trump violated federal records laws over his handling of sensitive and even classified information. In response, the general counsel for the archivist wrote on March 28 that “based on our consultation with the Department of Justice, we are unable to provide any comment.”
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Associated Press writers Michael Balsamo and Eric Tucker contributed to this report.
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WASHINGTON , Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA is accepting media requests for launch coverage of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Joint Polar Satellite System-2 (JPSS-2) satellite. This is the third satellite in the JPSS series, which will capture data to improve weather forecasts, helping scientists predict and prepare for extreme weather events and climate change.
NASA and NOAA are targeting Nov. 1 for the JPSS-2 launch on a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V 401 rocket from Space Launch Complex-3 at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
Live coverage of the launch will air on NASA Television and the NASA app. Watch live on the agency's website at:
U.S. and international media interested in attending this launch must apply no later than 5 p.m. EDT on Thursday, Sept. 15. Media accreditation requests should be submitted at:
A copy of NASA's media accreditation policy is available online. For questions about accreditation, please email: ksc-media-accreditat@mail.nasa.gov. For other mission questions, please contact Kennedy's newsroom: 321-867-2468.
Para obtener información sobre cobertura en español en el Centro Espacial Kennedy o si desea solicitar entrevistas en español, comuníquese con Antonia Jaramillo at: antonia.jaramillobotero@nasa.gov or 321-501-8425.
JPSS-2, which will be renamed NOAA-21 after reaching orbit, will join a constellation of JPSS satellites that orbit from the North to the South pole, circling Earth 14 times a day and providing a full view of the entire globe twice daily. The NOAA/NASA Suomi National Polar-orbiting Partnership (Suomi NPP) satellite, and NOAA-20, previously known as JPSS-1, are both already in orbit. Each satellite carries at least four advanced instruments to measure weather and climate conditions on Earth.
Data from JPSS satellites feed numerical weather forecasting models and observe weather events including rainfall, snow, hurricanes, and environmental hazards such as forest fires and volcanic activity. These observations, which are critical to long-term forecasts, help people plan for extreme weather events, such as severe storms. JPSS satellites also monitor our oceans, measuring sea surface temperature and tracking sea ice and harmful algal blooms. They also provide important climate data on ozone and atmospheric temperature.
Launching with JPSS-2 is a secondary payload, the Low-Earth Orbit Flight Test of an Inflatable Decelerator (LOFTID). LOFTID is a partnership between NASA's Space Technology Mission Directorate and ULA. It will demonstrate inflatable heat shield technology that uses aerodynamic drag to slow down spacecraft in the most mass-efficient way. This technology could enable a variety of proposed NASA missions to destinations such as Mars, Venus, and Titan, as well as returning heavier payloads from low-Earth orbit. The Centaur – the second stage of the Atlas V rocket – will deliver JPSS-2 to orbit, perform a deorbit burn, and put the LOFTID re-entry vehicle on a spin-stabilized trajectory to re-enter Earth's atmosphere. LOFTID will then inflate and separate from the Centaur, where the re-entry vehicle is targeted for landing and recovery in the Pacific Ocean.
Together, NASA and NOAA partner in the development, launch, testing, and operation of all the satellites in the JPSS program. NASA's Launch Services Program at Kennedy manages launch. NOAA funds and manages the program, operations, and data products. On behalf of NOAA, NASA develops and builds the instruments, spacecraft, and ground system and launches the satellites, which NOAA operates. With this reliable national asset in place to provide critical data, NOAA and NASA can innovate the next generation of Earth-observing satellites, including NOAA's next low-Earth Orbit operational satellite constellation.
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PITTSBURGH, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create an accessory to prevent you from snoring when sleeping or napping on your back," said an inventor, from Bennett, Colo., "so I invented the STOP SNORING. My design would keep your mouth from opening while sleeping."
The invention provides an effective way to prevent snoring. In doing so, it helps to keep the mouth closed while sleeping on the back. As a result, it could help to improve sleep. The invention features a simple design that is easy to apply and use so it is ideal for individuals who snore. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype model is available upon request.
The original design was submitted to the Denver sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-DNV-330, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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PITTSBURGH, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "We wanted to create a way to prevent airborne germs and viruses from contacting the eyes, nose and mouth," said one of two inventors, from Dallas, Texas, "so we invented the STAY- IN- PLACE. Our design would offer added safety and comfort during the current pandemic."
The invention provides an improved accessory to protect the eyes, nose and mouth against airborne viruses. In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional face masks. As a result, it enhances safety and comfort and it provides added protection and peace of mind. The invention features an effective design that is easy to wear so it is ideal for the general population. Additionally, it is producible in design variations.
The original design was submitted to the Dallas sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-DAL-168, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Multiple people trapped and injured at scene of a partial building collapse at a former power plant in South Boston
By Sharif Paget, CNN
One person has sustained life-threatening injuries and multiple people are trapped following a partial building collapse at the Edison Power Plant building in South Boston, Police Department spokesman Andre Watson said Wednesday.
The Boston Fire Department and Boston Emergency Medical Services are on the scene and working to free the trapped victims, Watson said.
“We can confirm two patient transports at this time, with personnel currently providing care to a third patient,” Boston EMS said in a statement.
According to CNN affiliate WCVB, the plant is not active and the site was sold to a developer who has proposed a mixed-use development with residential, retail and hotel space.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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Elon Musk says he is ‘exactly aligned’ with Europe’s sweeping new rules for social media platforms
By Brian Fung, CNN
Elon Musk appeared to endorse a key European law regulating social media on Monday when he appeared in a video with Thierry Breton, a top EU commissioner and digital regulator.
In the video, Breton said he met with Musk to explain the finer points of the Digital Services Act, a forthcoming law that imposes higher content moderation standards on tech platforms.
Asked by Breton whether he felt the DSA “fits pretty well” with how Musk believes platforms should be run, the billionaire Tesla CEO and prospective owner of Twitter said it is “exactly aligned with [what] we’re thinking.”
“Very much agree with — it’s been a great discussion and I really think that — I agree with everything you said, really, I think we’re very much of the same mind and, you know, just anything that my companies can do that would be beneficial to Europe, we want do that,” Musk said in the video.
Musk later replied to Breton’s tweet containing the video, reiterating his positive reflections on the exchange.
“Great meeting! We are very much on the same page,” Musk tweeted.
Despite expressing support for Europe’s new legal requirements, Musk did not appear to be making an expanded new commitment to content moderation. Musk has previously said he wants to open up “free speech” on Twitter by easing its enforcement of content moderation policies, but has also said he plans for the platform to abide by local laws and regulations on speech — and that if citizens wish to apply different rules to platforms, they can do so via their legislatures.
Some experts have warned that such a narrow approach to content moderation — doing just enough to avoid breaking local speech laws but going no further to moderate otherwise objectionable content — could give a boost to authoritarian regimes with a track record of outlawing critical speech.
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Sessions will provide field-proven techniques on how to comply more quickly with regulations while safeguarding products and devices from cyber-attacks and costly recalls
TEL AVIV, Israel, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cybellum, the leading provider of the Product Security Platform that enables product and device manufacturers and suppliers to continuously detect, manage, and remediate cyber threats and security vulnerabilities, announced today the launch of its Webinar Wednesday Best Practices series for Product Security professionals.
The five-part series will focus on recommendations and best practices for securing and mitigating risk throughout the product security lifecycle. The webinars are free to attend for product security professionals who are facing day to day security challenges.
Session one of the series, entitled "An Overview of Cyber-BOM and SBOM Management," is scheduled for Wednesday, May 4th at 10 am EDT and will be presented by Eran Rosenberg, VP Product and Strategy and Guy Gilam, Head of Product Marketing at Cybellum. Click here to register for the first session
This series will include the following segments:
- Cyber-BOM and SBOM Management – attendees will learn how to create identical digital replicas or cyber digital twins from products and devices, even when they contain closed components.
- Vulnerability Management – participants will learn best practices for managing Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) and how to automatically assess steps to resolve or mitigate the CVEs.
- Red Team Automation & Threat Hunting – this session will cover two topics - how to significantly reduce time-to-detection of zero-day threats throughout the product security development process, and how to hunt for new threats and vulnerabilities that may impact products once they are released to the market.
- Licensing Management – this webinar will explain how to gain detailed visibility and manage open source and commercial licenses in products.
- Governance and Compliance – attendees will learn about high-level governance and security posture of your product inventory and how to comply with policies and regulations specific to your industry.
About Cybellum
Cybellum enables manufacturers to mitigate software vulnerabilities throughout their entire lifecycle, from design to end-of-life. Cybellum's Product Security Platform, powered by its Cyber Digital Twins™ technology, enables OEMs and suppliers to detect, manage and remediate vulnerabilities automatically at scale. They can rapidly comply with existing and emerging regulations, more quickly and efficiently than ever before. Cybellum's customers include leading product and device manufacturers in the automotive, medical, and industrial device industries. To learn more visit www.cybellum.com
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Five people were injured Friday night in a shooting along a rural road in South Carolina.
The Colleton County Sheriff's Office responded to a call around 11:30 "regarding people shooting at each other" on Logan Farm Road, police said on Twitter.
When they arrived to what was described as a "rural one lane dirt road," law enforcement officials found five people with gunshot wounds, according to Colleton County Fire-Rescue.
"Dispatchers were having problems obtaining information from the chaotic scene," the fire department said in a press release. "Some occupants went to a house near the location and other injured parties ran south on Logan Farm Road to escape."
The victims included four males and one female 17 to 33, according to Colleton County Fire-Rescue.
They were taken to a hospital for further treatment, police said. One is in critical but stable condition, according to police.
It is unclear what led to the shooting or if law enforcement agencies have made any arrests.
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Significant opportunity to achieve city decarbonization goals with improved consistency of standards, policies and reporting of building emissions
DAVOS, Switzerland, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- City governments are setting ambitious sustainability targets, often well ahead of national goals; yet plans to tackle the carbon emissions from buildings are frequently given insufficient attention. To deliver a holistic and effective decarbonization plan for buildings, partnerships with landlords, investors, developers and occupiers are paramount.
In a study of 32 global urban centers, Decarbonizing Cities and Real Estate, JLL's research revealed that real estate's contribution to emissions averages 60%, even higher in the world's largest business centers – as much as 78% in London, 73% in Tokyo, 71% in Washington, DC, 70% in Paris and 66% in New York. Yet the study finds there is a significant gap between the policies enacted in municipalities, the impact of the real estate industry and the climate science that indicates the need to reach peak emissions to limit global warming. The research identified that the most successful cities to advance decarbonization will be those that balance regulation, incentives, innovation and accelerators.
"Partnerships between the private-sector and local governments are critical to driving tangible progress in decarbonizing the economy, particularly in the Global North where so much retrofit is required of existing building stock," said Guy Grainger, Global Head of Sustainability Services and ESG for JLL. "If this doesn't happen expect local governments to introduce heavy regulation and penalties on building standards – there will be winners and losers as cities race to zero."
Several cities were called out for their innovative approaches to reducing emissions from buildings, including New York City with a raft of local laws that are among the most stringent globally; Singapore and Vancouver, which have set out holistic approaches to greening their buildings; Paris and Amsterdam, which are taking a lead in considering embodied carbon; London and Los Angeles which are setting the pace on biodiversity; and Tokyo's cap-and-trade program which incentivizes building owners to reduce emissions.
However, the research warns that, in aggregate, at the global scale, policy is lagging the science today and this puts a greater onus on the private sector to take the lead in climate action. Waiting for regulation to take action is not advised, and those who act now will have more resilient assets and even a competitive edge.
One of the biggest gaps in realizing net-zero targets is in greening energy grids – a challenge corporates have no direct control over and one that often requires larger collaboration at the multi-city or national level. To meet this challenge of both breadth and urgency, cities will need to collaborate with neighboring local, state and national governments to develop large-scale renewable energy and storage infrastructure.
The research also identified the pivotal role that knowledge sharing and accelerator programs play in facilitating the retrofitting of existing buildings, particularly for small owners and occupants. In developed cities, 80% of the building stock that will be standing in 2050 has already been built. To meet 2050 targets, retrofitting rates will need to exceed 3% per year – they currently stand at 1-2% – making knowledge sharing of sustainable practices between governments and large and small entities critical to keep pace.
This research highlighted a wide array of regulations and reporting structures being rolled out by governments, and different metrics and definitions being adopted. Cross-border collaboration will be needed, especially to help mitigate the worst impacts of climate change for the planet, and in particular for the most vulnerable cities in the Global South.
JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. JLL shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $19.4 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of more than 100,000 as of March 31, 2022. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.
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The agreement signed at Arabian Travel Market 2022 puts Abu Dhabi at the forefront of global tourism innovation, while making the destination even more accessible to global markets
ABU DHABI, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed a strategic partnership with Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, in an online ceremony at Arabian Travel Market. The partnership's social and economic initiatives will encourage and entice visitors worldwide to visit Abu Dhabi, promoting the UAE capital as a top-tier travel destination in 13 markets across Asia and Europe, including in India, China, South Korea, Japan, USA, UK, Germany, France, and the Netherlands.
The partnership marks the first time DCT Abu Dhabi has engaged Trip.com Group as a whole, rather than with its various singular entities, increasing consistent visibility across its five popular business and consumer global travel platforms. Over a period of 12 months, Trip.com Group's primary focus is to achieve 57,000 room nights in Abu Dhabi through marketing on its five portfolio channels. These B2B and B2C subsidiaries include Trip.com, a global travel service provider with an extensive hotel and flight route network; Skyscanner, the world leader in global flight meta-search; Travix, a global OTA operating in 39 countries; Ctrip and MakeMyTrip.
HE Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, Director General for Tourism at DCT Abu Dhabi said "We are very pleased to announce our global agreement with Trip.com Group, a partnership that will share Abu Dhabi's story with international visitors – beginning with the summer season and beyond. Through strategic partnerships such as this and our ever-expanding tourism and culture offering, we are further elevating Abu Dhabi as a top-of-mind destination, providing travellers around the world with diverse, immersive and enriching experiences to discover at their own pace."
Jane Sun, Chief Executive Officer at Trip.com Group said "We are pleased to announce, Trip.com Group and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi continue to strengthen our cooperation through a new strategic partnership. Together, we will launch a series of promotional initiatives to market and develop Abu Dhabi's tourism industry and promote and conserve its rich heritage and culture."
As part of this landmark partnership, DCT Abu Dhabi and Trip.com Group will also introduce industry initiatives, including a talent development programme that will see staff members seconded across worldwide offices to expand their professional and industry experience. A second initiative will centre on increasing the awareness of Abu Dhabi's sustainable tourism activities.
About the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi:
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi's culture and tourism sectors, fuels economic progress and helps achieve Abu Dhabi's wider global ambitions. By working in partnership with the organisations that define the Emirate's position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the Emirate's potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism industries.
DCT Abu Dhabi's vision is defined by the Emirate's people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi's status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.
For more information about DCT Abu Dhabi and the destination, please visit tcaabudhabi.ae and visitabudhabi.ae
For Abu Dhabi Calendar, please visit inabudhabi.ae
About Trip.com Group
Trip.com Group is a leading global travel service provider comprising of Trip.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Qunar. Across its platforms, Trip.com Group helps travellers around the world make informed and cost-effective bookings for travel products and services, and enables partners to connect their offerings with users through the aggregation of comprehensive travel-related content and resources and an advanced transaction platform consisting of apps, websites and 24/7 customer service centers. Founded in 1999 and listed on NASDAQ in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, Trip.com Group has become one of the best-known travel groups in the world, with the mission "to pursue the perfect trip for a better world".
Find out more about Trip.com Group here: group.trip.com
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RENO, Nev., April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AMERCO (Nasdaq: UHAL), the parent of U-Haul International, Inc., Oxford Life Insurance Company, Repwest Insurance Company and Amerco Real Estate Company, on April 6, 2022, declared a special cash dividend on its Common Stock of $0.50 per share. The dividend will be payable April 29, 2022 to holders of record on April 18, 2022.
About AMERCO
AMERCO is the parent company of U-Haul International, Inc., Oxford Life Insurance Company, Repwest Insurance Company and Amerco Real Estate Company. U-Haul is in the shared use business and was founded on the fundamental philosophy that the division of use and specialization of ownership is good for both U-Haul customers and the environment.
About U-Haul
Since 1945, U-Haul has been the No. 1 choice of do-it-yourself movers, with a network of more than 23,000 locations across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. Our customers' patronage has enabled the U-Haul fleet to grow to approximately 176,000 trucks, 126,000 trailers and 46,000 towing devices. U-Haul is the third largest self-storage operator in North America and offers over 855,000 rentable storage units and 73.6 million square feet of self-storage space at owned and managed facilities. U-Haul is the largest retailer of propane in the U.S., and continues to be the largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the automotive aftermarket industry.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UM, the global media agency network of IPG Mediabrands, has been honored by Fortune Magazine as a 2022 "Best Workplace in Advertising & Marketing." This highly coveted recognition honors companies that have adapted to the challenges of an ever-changing workplace through their commitment to inclusive, high-trust cultures. Fortune publishes this list in partnership with Great Place to Work®, the global authority on high-performing workplace cultures that uses rigorous analytics and confidential employee feedback for the selection process.
"Our culture of care is a true differentiator at UM, and we constantly lean into our core values that are rooted in radical candor, equitable practices across our business and community, and fostering a sense of belonging," said W. Joe DeMiero, U.S. CEO, UM. "There has never been a more critical time to ensure our people feel valued, supported and respected, and this award is especially meaningful because it comes directly from our peoples' feedback and participation."
The Best Workplaces in Advertising & Marketing award is based on analysis of survey responses from more than 9,000 employees from Great Place to Work-Certified™ companies in the advertising and marketing industry. In the 2022 survey, 91% of employees said UM is a great place to work and 95% said that they are proud to work at UM.
This honor is the latest in a slew of culture- and workplace-related accolades for UM, including being named an AdAge 2022 "Best Place to Work," a Fortune 2022 "Best Workplace in New York," She Runs It's 2021 "Outstanding Company for Working Mothers" and a "Top Workplace in the U.S" by Great Place to Work for two consecutive years. Great Place to Work selects winners based on how fairly employees are treated, with companies assessed on how well they are creating a great employee experience that cuts across race, gender, age, disability status, or any aspect of who employees are or what their role is.
"This great honor is a result of our deep dedication to driving diversity, equity and belonging through all aspects of our culture and business," said Jeff Marshall, Chief Diversity Officer, UM. "We strive to ensure that every UMer can bring their whole, authentic selves to work, and that they are celebrated for the uniqueness they bring to our community. We are incredibly proud and gratified by this industry recognition."
UM is a global media agency committed to Futureproofing our clients' businesses for the now and the next. We leverage the transformational power of rich business analytics and real-time intelligence to maximize growth and activate the full consumer journey across content and connections. Our consultative approach and agile model, rooted in diversity, equity and belonging, drive better business outcomes for brands. As the leading global media network in IPG Mediabrands, UM operates in over 100 countries, with more than 3,000 people innovating on a roster of global clients including Accenture, American Express, GoPro, Johnson & Johnson, Levi Strauss & Co, Mattel, Sony and Spotify. For more information, please visit https://www.umww.com/.
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NEW YORK, June 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Austria bestowed one of its highest honors on American Jewish Committee (AJC) CEO David Harris. The Grand Decoration of Honour in Gold for Services to the Republic of Austria was presented today to Harris during the AJC Board of Governors meeting.
"Throughout his life, David Harris has made it his goal to prevent and combat all forms of antisemitism. In doing so, he also had a major influence on Austrian activities in the fight against antisemitism, BDS, and terrorist groups like Hezbollah, and in support of Israel," said Austrian Member of Parliament Martin Engelberg, who, together with Austrian Consul General Helene Steinhaeusl, presented the award on behalf of Austria President Alexander van der Bellen.
"David has made a significant contribution to Austria being today one of Israel's closest friends in Europe and one of the leading nations in the fight against antisemitism — and being recognized internationally for these efforts, especially in the United States and Israel."
Harris, the son of Holocaust survivors, "has spent his life promoting international understanding and coming to terms with the crimes of the Shoah, especially the dialogue with postwar Austria and the often difficult confrontation with its role in the Nazi era," Engelberg said.
He noted that Harris's father was a Jew from Austria "who was able to save himself from persecution by the Nazi regime" by fleeing initially to France, "While his father, until his death in 1998, never managed to be reconciled with Austria, David was able to recognize the steps taken to come to terms with what is happening in today's Austria, and to send a clear signal by accepting Austrian citizenship."
"I grew up in a home that had strongly negative feelings about Austria. My father personally experienced Austria's betrayal of the Jews before, during, and even after the war," said Harris. "But in recent years, I've seen a welcome turnaround in Austria's outlook towards its own history and, notably, regarding Israel, largely triggered by Sebastian Kurz in his role as foreign minister, then as chancellor. That gave me new confidence in Austria, a willingness to accept the citizenship offered to me, and, today, a sense of gratitude for this meaningful award presented by my dear friend, Martin Engelberg."
Past recipients of the Grand Decoration of Honour in Gold include Kofi Annan, Willy Brandt, Stuart Eizenstat, Anna Freud, and Simon Wiesenthal.
David Harris is the most decorated Jewish organizational leader in American history, having been honored nearly 25 times by foreign governments.
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SUV with baby inside stolen from Burger King in Louisiana; quickly recovered
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - A young child has been found safe after the SUV she was sitting inside was stolen from a Burger King in Louisiana, KSLA reported.
It happened around 1:15 p.m. Friday. More than a dozen units with the Shreveport Police Department initially responded, according to Caddo Parish 911 dispatch records. They were searching for a silver 2012 Nissan Armada SUV.
Officials with the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office say they were notified by SPD to be on the lookout for the SUV. A couple of deputies were working a minor crash when they spotted the silver Armada driving by.
The deputies stopped the vehicle and took the male driver into custody, they said. Two civilians were able to tackle the suspect and hold him until police arrived.
The man was caught about six miles from where the theft occurred.
Officials say the 8-month-old girl is OK and has been reunited with her parents.
The family member who was with the baby girl when the SUV was stolen, Javorius Marshall, the baby’s cousin, says she was in the backseat when it happened. He says he left her in the SUV with it running while he ran into the restaurant because she had fallen asleep and he didn’t want to wake her.
He said he was shocked that it happened in broad daylight.
“I just wanted her to be covered, because she’s innocent and didn’t know what was going on,” Marshall said.
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The best-in-class membership software helps travel creators acclimate to the new travel media landscape.
SAN FRANCISCO, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Memberful, the leading membership software for independent entrepreneurs and creators, today announced that it is expanding further into the travel industry after a successful year-long partnership with El Camino Travel.
The travel industry for creators has been one-dimensional, dictated by brands and their campaign terms which require hours of a creator's time for one compensated post. For brands, this can lack authenticity and connection to the audience. For creators, it often results in being under-compensated due to the time required to create content. Creators in other industries have seen the acceleration of membership and subscription-based models, but travel has lagged.
Post pandemic, brands will favor creators with hyper-focused and creative content curated to a specific audience. As a result, creators have a unique opportunity to build a better business model where they can sustainably monetize their audience and take back their time. Memberful allows travel creators to establish a genuine connection with their audience and create a new business model that sustains their passion for travel.
"There is a symbiotic relationship between the travel industry and Memberful," says Tiffany Perko, Head of Marketing at Memberful. "The partnership with El Camino Travel has proven to us that membership is an important component of the travel creator landscape. Memberful is excited to continue to enable this at scale."
Memberful has taken hold of the travel industry as its subscription-based model begins to develop the future of travel. Katalina Mayorga, CEO of El Camino Travel, says, "We believe that members see the value in connecting with other similarly-valued individuals and that this aspect of membership will continue to grow. In addition, there is no limit to the kind of perks and benefits companies can offer their members."
The award-winning travel platform launched its ECT Clubhouse community during the pandemic, which led them to Memberful as a resource to manage its membership model. "Having the opportunity to connect with more of our travelers on a deeper level, with membership, has been invaluable," adds Mayorga.
The partnership with Memberful has also allowed El Camino Travel to utilize membership management functions like automatic subscriber tagging to send targeted emails directly to its community members to increase engagement.
As an online community, connection is a large part of the experience. With Memberful, El Camino Travel can make it easier and more enjoyable for travelers to connect before and after trips. A direct line of communication with the El Camino Travel team has been an additional benefit.
Founded in 2013, Memberful provides best-in-class membership software for entrepreneurs and independent content creators, including publishers, educators, podcasters, and more. Through Memberful, customers can quickly sell memberships to their audience and build sustainable businesses. For more information, visit www.memberful.com.
As an award-winning and leading travel platform for the bold woman traveler, El Camino Travel offers a one-stop digital shop of unparalleled community, travel resources, and small group trips that travelers cannot find anywhere else. Seamless access to its services and products empowers more women to travel confidently, directly tap into the niche cultures of a locale, and have the ungoogleable adventures that bring destinations to life through their most authentic lens. For more information, visit http://www.elcamino.travel/.
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SHANGHAI, Aug. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LovelyWholesale ("LW" or "the Company"), an international online shopping e-commerce clothing brand, recently announced the launch of LW Basic garment collection. These basic garments are made to be more durable and environmentally friendly - an important part of LovelyWholesale's response to environmental protection and sustainability. The LW Basic collection will be available online at lovelywholesale.com and its App LovelyWholesale on August 20, 2022. There are more than 700 items for consumers to choose from, including 2 piece sets, bodysuits, shirts, pants, dresses, etc.
Considering that the heat wave swept the world this summer and environmental issues become increasingly frequent and more extreme, Leon Guo, CEO of LW, thinks that the company should have a responsibility to drive the transition to a sustainable economy. The garments of LW Basic collection were made with durability and wearability in mind. The clothes can be washed repeatedly without becoming hard and shrinking, and the style is easy to mix and match in daily outfits. "The number of times people wear an item of clothing can make a big difference to our environment" said by Leon. "That's the reason why we launched this basic collection".
In LovelyWholesale's product line, sexy style and street style garments bring 80% of sales, and the inventory pressure of basic style garments is greater than those of better-selling styled garments. Leon still insists on the decision of launching this basic collection to respond to environmental protection.
"The climate crisis is one of the most urgent and complex challenges of our time. As a fashion retailer, we must do something. The core of the LW Basic collection line is providing the pieces that customers need for every daily life, including shirts, pants, bodysuits, dresses, etc. The average price of all the basic collection pieces is around US$10. They are easy to match and have good durability. We don't advocate excessive waste." Leon said.
In order to avoid simple items that result in boring outfits, the designer of the LW Basic collection gives consumers more choices in color supply. Except the classic colors of black, white and gray, LW basic collection pieces use popular colors of orange, pink and yellow, giving more possibilities to match the basic items.
"LW Basic collection line uses less water and energy than traditional processes, which is not only making this collection ultra-affordable in price, but also embracing our vision of sustainability. These basic items are cut in different lengths, with the color expansion, providing everyone with a style that is both trendy and timeless." Leon said.
For more information about the LovelyWholesale Basic collection, visit LovelyWholesale.com.
About LovelyWholesale:
Founded in 2010, LovelyWholesale supplies more than 10 thousands of types of fashionable clothing, shoes, jewels, sexy lingerie and accessories. The company focuses on providing higher quality products with competitive price to customers all over the world. LovelyWholesale customer knows they can trust in us for everything they need from the latest trend-led pieces to celebrity inspired looks, to the everyday wardrobe staples and that ultimate party piece. LovelyWholesale expects that every customer can find their loved style and enjoy shopping here.
LovelyWholesale has factories and warehouse all around the world. With the great advantage of fabric resources and hundreds of fashion buyers, LovelyWholesale can provide customers with the latest fashion trends style and lower prices at first time. Over the past 11 years of operation, Lovelywholesale becomes one of the most popular online store for black women in North America.
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BEIJING, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaotu Techedu Inc. (NYSE: GOTU) ("Gaotu" or the "Company"), a technology-driven education company and online large-class tutoring service provider in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022.
First Quarter 2022 Highlights[1]
- Net revenues were RMB724.6 million, compared with net revenues of RMB1,940.3 million in the same period of 2021.
- Gross billings[2] were RMB318.1 million, compared with gross billings of RMB1,181.3 million in the same period of 2021.
- Net income was RMB53.7 million, compared with net loss of RMB1,425.9 million in the same period of 2021.
- Non-GAAP net income was RMB92.5 million, compared with non-GAAP net loss of RMB1,329.4 million in the same period of 2021.
- Net operating cash outflow was RMB481.3 million, compared with net operating cash outflow of RMB2,095.3 million in the same period of 2021.
Larry Xiangdong Chen, the Company's founder, Chairman and CEO, commented, "In the first quarter of 2022, our businesses continued to maintain a healthy and sustainable development, and we have remained profitable for two consecutive quarters since we began our business restructuring. Going forward, we will continue to develop and invest in our four core businesses, which are professional education for college students and adults, vocational education, STEAM education, and digital educational products. During this quarter, the scale of our professional and vocational education service further increased, compared with that of the last quarter. Our STEAM education service has also made solid progress, especially in its programming tutoring business. Through the gradual development of our new businesses, we will continue to expand our product portfolio across various categories to fulfil diverse and multi-dimensional learning demands of students, and to build a true learner-centric lifelong learning and service platform."
Shannon Shen, CFO of the Company, added, "In this quarter, our net revenues were RMB724.6 million and gross billings were RMB318.1 million. Further, we are pleased to be able to continue to be profitable in this challenging environment, with a net income margin of 7.4% and a non-GAAP net income margin of 12.8%, indicating that we have achieved effective growth. Furthermore, our capital position remains strong. As of March 31, 2022, we had a total of approximately RMB3.2 billion in terms of cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and short-term investments on our balance sheet.
We believe that under the strong support of government policy, vocational education will have a better future with higher market demand. We sincerely hope that by providing the best service and the best education quality, we will be able to establish Gaotu as a reputable brand in the vocational and professional education market."
Financial Results for the First Quarter of 2022
Net Revenues
Net revenues decreased by 62.7% to RMB724.6 million from RMB1,940.3 million in the first quarter of 2021. The decrease was mainly due to the organizational adjustments and business restructuring the Company performed in 2021, including the cessation of academic subject tutoring services to students, as a result of the impact of government regulations ("Business Restructuring").
Cost of Revenues
Cost of revenues decreased by 62.7% to RMB212.9 million from RMB571.5 million in the first quarter of 2021, mainly due to decreases in staff related cost, learning material cost and rental expenses as a result of the Business Restructuring in 2021.
Gross Profit and Gross Margin
Gross profit was RMB511.7 million, compared with RMB1,368.8 million in the first quarter of 2021. Gross profit margin increased to 70.6% from 70.5% in the same period of 2021.
Non-GAAP gross profit was RMB530.0 million, compared with RMB1,393.6 million in the same period of 2021. Non-GAAP gross profit margin increased to 73.1% from 71.8% in the same period of 2021.
Operating Expenses
Operating expenses decreased 83.1% to RMB486.4 million from RMB2,871.4 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Selling expenses decreased to RMB284.2 million from RMB2,288.7 million in the first quarter of 2021, primarily due to the decreased spending on branding and marketing activities on academic subject tutoring services as a result of the restrictions of advertising activities according to government regulations. Moreover, the sales and marketing staff related expenses and other operating related expenses also decreased, which was due to the reduction of employees as a result of the Business Restructuring in 2021.
Research and development expenses decreased to RMB123.3 million from RMB365.1 million in the first quarter of 2021, primarily due to a decrease in compensation for research and development personnel as a result of the Business Restructuring in 2021.
General and administrative expenses decreased to RMB78.9 million from RMB217.6 million in the first quarter of 2021, primarily due to a decrease in compensation for general and administrative personnel as a result of the Business Restructuring in 2021.
Income (Loss) from Operations
Income from operations was RMB25.3 million, compared with the loss from operations of RMB1,502.6 million in the first quarter of 2021, which was primarily due to a large decrease in operating related cost and expenses as a result of the Business Restructuring.
Non-GAAP income from operations was RMB64.1 million, compared with non-GAAP loss from operations of RMB1,406.1 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Interest Income and Realized Gains from Investments
Interest income and realized gains from investments, on aggregate, were RMB19.3 million, compared with RMB22.9 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Other Income
Other income was RMB28.0 million, compared with RMB44.9 million in the first quarter of 2021. The decrease was mainly due to the value-added tax exemption offered by the government in the first quarter of 2021, which was no longer offered after April 2021.
Net Income (Loss)
Net income was RMB53.7 million, compared with net loss of RMB1,425.9 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Non-GAAP net income was RMB92.5 million, compared with non-GAAP net loss of RMB1,329.4 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Cash Flow
Net operating cash outflow for the first quarter of 2022 was RMB481.3 million. The outflow of net operating cash this quarter was primarily due to employee compensation and marketing expenses paid to improve our market share and brand awareness in the professional and vocational education market.
Basic and Diluted Net Income per ADS
Basic and diluted net income per ADS were both RMB0.21 in the first quarter of 2022.
Non-GAAP basic and diluted net income per ADS, were RMB0.36 and RMB0.35, respectively, in the first quarter of 2022.
Share Outstanding
As of March 31, 2022, the Company had 172,096,742 ordinary shares outstanding.
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash and Short-term Investments
As of March 31, 2022, the Company had cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments of RMB3,206.7 million in aggregate, compared with a total of RMB3,671.1 million as of December 31, 2021.
Other Payables
As of March 31, 2022, other payables in non-current liabilities totaled RMB26.6 million, which were payables related to the purchase of the Zhengzhou properties.
Business Outlook
Based on the Company's current estimates, total net revenues for the second quarter of 2022 are expected to be between RMB438 million and RMB458 million, representing a decrease of 79% to 80% on a year-over-year basis. These estimates reflect the Company's current expectations, which are subject to change.
Conference Call
The Company will hold an earnings conference call at 8:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time on Monday, June 6, 2022 (8:00 PM on Monday, June 6, 2022, Beijing/Hong Kong Time). Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:
A telephone replay will be available two hours after the conclusion of the conference call through June 13, 2022. The dial-in details are as follows:
Additionally, a live and archived webcast of this conference call will be available at https://ir.gaotu.cn/home.
Safe Harbor Statement
This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. Among other things, the business outlook, as well as the Company's strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. The Company may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its reports filed with, or furnished to, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual reports to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the Company's ability to continue to attract students to enroll in its courses; the Company's ability to continue to recruit, train and retain qualified teachers; the Company's ability to improve the content of its existing course offerings and to develop new courses; the Company's ability to maintain and enhance its brand; the Company's ability to maintain and continue to improve its teaching results; and the Company's ability to compete effectively against its competitors. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company's reports filed with, or furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release and in the attachments is as of the date of this press release, and the Company undertakes no duty to update such information or any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
About Gaotu Techedu Inc.
Gaotu is a technology-driven education company and online large-class tutoring service provider in China. The Company offers professional education for college students and adults, vocational education, STEAM education and digital educational products. Gaotu adopts an online live large-class format to deliver its courses, which the Company believes is the most effective and scalable model to disseminate scarce high-quality teaching resources to aspiring students in China. Big data analytics permeates every aspect of the Company's business and facilitates the application of the latest technology to improve teaching delivery, student learning experience, and operational efficiency.
About Non-GAAP Financial Measures
The Company uses gross billings, non-GAAP gross profit, non-GAAP income (loss) from operations and non-GAAP net income (loss), each a non-GAAP financial measure, in evaluating its operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes.
The Company defines gross billings for a specific period as the total amount of cash received for the sale of course offerings in such period, net of the total amount of refunds in such period. The Company's management uses gross billings as a performance measurement because the Company generally bills its students for the entire course fee at the time of sale of its course offerings and recognizes revenue proportionally as the classes are delivered. For some courses, the Company continues to provide students with 12 months to 36 months access to the pre-recorded audio-video courses after the online live courses are delivered. The Company believes that gross billings provides valuable insight into the sales of its course packages and the performance of its business. As gross billings have material limitations as an analytical metrics and may not be calculated in the same manner by all companies, it may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures used by other companies.
Non-GAAP gross profit, non-GAAP income (loss) from operations and non-GAAP net income (loss) exclude share-based compensation expenses, and such adjustment excludes the impact on income tax. The Company believes that these non-GAAP financial measures provide meaningful supplemental information regarding its performance and liquidity by excluding share-based expenses that may not be indicative of its operating performance from a cash perspective. The Company believes that both management and investors benefit from these non-GAAP financial measures in assessing its performance and when planning and forecasting future periods. These non-GAAP financial measures also facilitate management's internal comparisons to the Company's historical performance. A limitation of using non-GAAP measures is that these non-GAAP measures exclude share-based compensation charges that have been and will continue to be for the foreseeable future a significant recurring expense in the Company's business.
The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation from or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP. For more information on these non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned "Reconciliations of non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP measures" set forth at the end of this release.
The accompanying tables have more details on the reconciliations between GAAP financial measures that are most directly comparable to non-GAAP financial measures.
Exchange Rate
The Company's business is primarily conducted in China and the significant majority of revenues generated are denominated in Renminbi ("RMB"). This announcement contains currency conversions of RMB amounts into U.S. dollars ("USD") solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from RMB to USD are made at a rate of RMB6.3393 to USD1.0000, the effective noon buying rate for March 31, 2022 as set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board. No representation is made that the RMB amounts could have been, or could be, converted, realized or settled into USD at that rate on March 31, 2022, or at any other rate.
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Gaotu Techedu Inc.
Investor Relations
E-mail: ir@gaotu.cn
Christensen
In China
Ms. Vivian Wang
Phone: +852 2232 3978
E-mail: gotu@christensenir.com
In the US
Ms. Linda Bergkamp
Phone: +1-480-614-3004
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NEW YORK, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Energy Transfer LP.
Shareholders who purchased shares of ET 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: This lawsuit is on behalf of persons who purchased or otherwise acquired common shares of Energy Transfer stock between April 13, 2017 and December 20, 2021, both dates inclusive.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (a) Energy Transfer had inadequate internal controls and procedures to prevent contractors from engaging in illegal conduct with regards to drilling activities, and/or failed to properly mitigate known issues related to such controls and procedures; (b) Energy Transfer, through its subsidiary Rover Pipeline, LLC, hired a third-party contractor to conduct Horizontal Directional Drilling Activities for the Rover Pipeline Project, whose conduct of adding illegal additives in the drilling mud caused severe pollution near the Tuscarawas River when a large inadvertent release took place on April 13, 2017; (c) Energy Transfer continually downplayed its potential civil liabilities when the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ("FERC") was actively investigating the Energy Transfer's wrongdoing related to the April 13 release and consistently provided it with updated information about FERC's findings on this matter.
DEADLINE: August 2, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/energy-transfer-lp-loss-submission-form-2/?id=28549&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of ET 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 2, 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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Boeing capsule lands back on Earth after space shakedown
By MARCIA DUNN
AP Aerospace Writer
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Boeing’s crew taxi returned to Earth from the International Space Station on Wednesday, completing a repeat test flight before NASA astronauts climb aboard.
It was a quick trip back: The Starliner capsule parachuted into the New Mexico desert just four hours after leaving the orbiting lab, with airbags attached to cushion the landing. Only a mannequin was buckled in.
Aside from thruster failures and cooling system snags, Starliner appeared to clinch its high-stakes shakedown cruise, 2 1/2 years after its botched first try. Flight controllers in Houston applauded and cheered the bull’s-eye touchdown.
“It’s great to have this incredible test flight behind us,” said Steve Stich, director of NASA’s commercial crew program. He described the demo as “extremely successful,” with all objectives met.
Added Boeing’s Mark Nappi, a vice president: “On a scale of one to 10, I think I’d give it a 15.”
Based on these early results, NASA astronauts will strap in next for a trip to the space station, perhaps by year’s end. The space agency has long wanted two competing U.S. companies ferrying astronauts, for added insurance as it drastically reduced its reliance on Russia for rides to and from the space station.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is already the established leader, launching astronauts since 2020 and even tourists. Its crew capsules splash down off the Florida coast, Boeing’s Starliner returns to the Army’s expansive and desolate White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.
Boeing scrapped its first attempt to reach the space station in 2019, after software errors left the capsule in the wrong orbit and nearly doomed it. The company fixed the flaws and tried again last summer, but corroded valves halted the countdown. Following more repairs, Starliner finally lifted off from Cape Canaveral last Thursday and docked to the space station Friday.
Station astronauts tested Starliner’s communication and computer systems during its five days at the space station. They also unloaded hundreds of pounds (kilograms) of groceries and other supplies that flew up in the Boeing capsule, then filled it with empty air tanks and other discarded gear.
A folded U.S. flag sent up by Boeing stayed behind, to be retrieved by the first Starliner crew.
“We’re a little sad to see her go,” station astronaut Bob Hines radioed as the capsule flew away.
Along for the ride was Starliner’s test dummy — Rosie the Rocketeer, a takeoff on World War II’s Rosie the Riveter.
The repairs and do-over cost Boeing nearly $600 million.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tenovos, the data-first digital asset management (DAM) platform, has joined the MACH Alliance, a group of independent tech companies dedicated to advocating for open, best-of-breed technology ecosystems.
Founded with the mission of creating a best-in-class DAM that acts as the foundation for supporting the entire asset lifecycle from creation to publishing, Tenovos shares the common belief that interoperability between systems and open architecture is the future of software development. This approach empowers enterprise brands to select an ecosystem of other best-in-class technology that allows content, information, and data to pass seamlessly, making teams more collaborative and efficient.
Before being granted membership to the MACH (Microservices-based, API-first, Cloud-native SaaS, and Headless) Alliance, the Tenovos platform first passed a rigorous technology architecture vetting process.
"Brands should have the option to pick and choose the best technology available to them, and not be hamstrung by older monolithic systems," said Tenovos CEO D. Scott Bowen. "Not only are these expensive legacy systems not cloud native, but they often require mass customization that makes innovation at scale impossible."
As part of the Alliance, member and enabling organizations collaborate around common use cases to educate the market and deliver integrated solutions across the content journey.
The partnership between Contentstack, the Content Experience Platform (CXP) category leader, and Tenovos empowers marketers and developers to deliver composable digital experiences at the speed of their imagination. It is a great example of how MACH Alliance members can work together to create something greater than what they could achieve individually, all to the customer's benefit.
"Together, our technologies allow marketing teams to select DAM assets and instantly publish them to the web," said Conor Egan, VP of Product and Engineering at Contentstack. "This allows brands to streamline the cumbersome and complex process of distributing content which wouldn't be possible without the underlying architecture."
"Enterprise brands are looking to build efficiency across their creative production lifecycle, and with DAM acting as the one source of content truth, it's essential that a modern DAM offers seamless interoperability," said Casper Rasmussen, President of the MACH Alliance. "We're pleased to welcome Tenovos to the Alliance as it's a great example of disrupting an established category with an innovative and flexible technology approach that drives both productivity and performance gains."
About Tenovos
Tenovos is a data-first digital asset management platform, intuitively designed to empower brands to streamline and automate the traditional complexities of creating and activating global content. For more information visit www.tenovos.com.
About the MACH Alliance
The MACH Alliance is a [501(c)(6)] non-profit organization, governed by an independent board and does not endorse specific vendors, members or otherwise. The Alliance was formed in June 2020 to help enterprise organizations navigate the complex modern technology landscape. It aims to guide and show the business advantage of open tech ecosystems that are Microservices based, API-first, Cloud-native SaaS and Headless. All MACH Alliance members meet certification principles that are published on the website.
The MACH Alliance welcomes technology companies and individual industry experts who share the same vision for the future. Learn more about the Alliance and MACH certification at machalliance.org, and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
CONTACT: Matthew Desrosiers, matthew.desrosiers@tenovos.com
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SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TeraBox, a cloud storage service, introduced a referral program encouraging global users to invite friends and family to join the platform.
TeraBox users can redeem up to 2,000GB in free cloud storage, valid for 180 days, in addition to the 1,024GB (1TB) of free cloud storage everyone receives.
Existing TeraBox users can activate the referral program by:
- Within the app, click on the activity banner and 'Collect Now' button to receive a unique shareable link
- Send to a friend or family member
- Once the friend or family member signs up and logs into the TeraBox app, the sender will see a 'To Collect' button on their program/activity page within the app
- Once activated, the referring TeraBox user can enjoy 200GB of extra storage per referral
Beloved worldwide, TeraBox recently announced its 35M download milestone.
"Our referral program allows users to share the joy of convenient, reliable cloud storage with their friends and family," said Olivia Tian, product lead at TeraBox. "We see it as growing the TeraBox family!"
TeraBox is also offering a "check-in" program, where users can receive bonus storage by visiting the app every day, earning up to 293GB after seven days. Once users complete a week of check-ins, they are encouraged to begin the process again. If a user misses a day, the program will start over. All storage gained from this program is valid for 180 days.
Users can find both programs in the app's welfare center, accessed via the main menu.
TeraBox automatically syncs files across devices, backs up photos and videos, and saves files to the local storage on users' devices.
Please note: TeraBox reserves the right to deny the referral program reward(s) in the event of fraud or other excluded circumstances. For questions about the referral program, please contact activity@terabox.com.
Available for download on Android, iOS, and Windows devices, data can also be accessed online at www.terabox.com.
About TeraBox
TeraBox is an innovative cloud storage app that protects and organizes all the files on a user's device, helping them to quickly back up and navigate photos, important documents, and files with the aid of powerful AI technology. TeraBox enables worldwide users to experience the future of data backup and cloud storage solutions.
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| 2022-06-01T17:07:04Z
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NEW YORK, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Zymergen Inc. ("Zymergen" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ZY), connected with the proposed acquisition of the Company by Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings, Inc. ("Ginkgo") (NYSE: DNA). Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive 0.9179 shares of Ginkgo common stock for each Zymergen share owned, representing implied per-share merger consideration of approximately $2.68 based upon Ginkgo's July 22, 2022 closing price of $2.92.
If you own Zymergen shares and wish to discuss this investigation or have any questions concerning this notice or your rights or interests, visit our website:
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Or please contact:
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Weiss Law
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Weiss Law is investigating whether (i) Zymergen's board of directors acted in the best interests of Company shareholders in agreeing to the proposed transaction, (ii) the per-share merger consideration adequately compensates Zymergen's shareholders, and (iii) all information regarding the sales process and valuation of the transaction will be fully and fairly disclosed.
Weiss Law has litigated hundreds of stockholder class and derivative actions for violations of corporate and fiduciary duties. We have recovered over a billion dollars for defrauded clients and obtained important corporate governance relief in many of these cases. If you have information or would like legal advice concerning possible corporate wrongdoing (including insider trading, waste of corporate assets, accounting fraud, or materially misleading information), consumer fraud (including false advertising, defective products, or other deceptive business practices), or anti-trust violations, please email us at stockinfo@weisslawllp.com
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| 2022-07-26T02:49:10Z
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ROCKVILLE, Md., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CEVA, Inc. (NASDAQ: CEVA), the leading licensor of wireless connectivity and smart sensing technologies and integrated IP solutions, will announce results for the second quarter 2022 on August 10, 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 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 17, 2022. The replay will also be available at CEVA's web site www.ceva-dsp.com.
About CEVA, Inc.
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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| 2022-07-07T20:13:26Z
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LOS ANGELES, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kim Kardashian introduces SKKN BY KIM, an efficacious nine-product skincare collection sitting at the intersection of elevated simplicity and innovative science. SKKN BY KIM was born out of Kim's dream to bridge the gap between the world's most renowned dermatological experts and people at home seeking high-performance skincare.
Combining Kim's visionary approach with her knowledge from years of working with global skincare specialists and leading experts at Coty (NYSE: COTY), each product was thoughtfully formulated to care for all skin types, tones, and textures at every stage of maturity. Through active ingredients and technical formulas, SKKN BY KIM offers clinically proven skincare solutions to support the skin's natural abilities and revitalize the complexion.
"In all of my business endeavors, I've been fueled by my passion to fill gaps in the market with expertly-crafted and universally-loved products that are performance driven – and I have carried this same drive and approach with me into creating a legacy skincare brand," says brand founder and CEO, Kim Kardashian. "What began as a psoriasis diagnosis became the catalyst for my journey of skincare discoveries, inspiring me to learn more about my skin and how to care for it. Working with some of the top dermatologists and estheticians over the years has given me the incredible opportunity to learn from their expertise — and I knew I had to share my learnings. Fueled by years of gathered insights, SKKN BY KIM's science-backed formulas work together to reactivate skin's inner potential and inspire confidence. I'm proud to finally be able to share this collection with everyone."
Together with Coty Inc., one of the world's largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, and skin and body care, Kim Kardashian is launching SKKN BY KIM on June 21, 2022 through a new U.S. direct-to-consumer website. The site will be the go-to destination for all new product launches and will also feature tutorials and special collections.
The SKKN BY KIM collection features nine core products, developed to deliver effective results through clean and uncompromising high-performance formulas:
- Cleanser ($43/$37 refill): A lightly-foaming cleanser developed to gently dissolve any makeup, water-resistant residues, unwanted oils, and impurities without stripping skin.
- Toner ($45/$38 refill): A skin-renewing toner using double acidic and enzymatic exfoliation to help reduce the appearance of pores and enhance skin's texture.
- Exfoliator ($55/$47 refill): A double mechanical and enzymatic exfoliator that helps promote skin resurfacing, leaving skin renewed, refreshed and retexturized.
- Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($90/$77 refill): A multi-molecular weight hyaluronic acid serum that delivers long-lasting, 72-hour moisture, and helps reduce dehydration and the appearance of fine lines.
- Vitamin C8 Serum ($90/$77 refill): Featured with a powerful dose of vitamin C8 to help boost collagen synthesis, this serum is clinically proven to diminish the appearance of pigmentations, wrinkles, and fine lines.
- Face Cream ($85/$72 refill): A luxuriously indulgent firming moisturizer that works to nourish and revive skin. Formulated with postbiotics and enriched with a natural alternative to retinol, this cream visibly improves firmness, elasticity, and radiance.
- Eye Cream ($75/$64 refill): A moisturizing eye cream that preserves elasticity while acting to reduce puffiness and fine lines around the eye. Formulated with hyaluronic acid for added hydration and peptides to help stimulate collagen production, this product promotes a visibly firm, rested, and illuminated eye contour.
- Oil Drops ($95/$81 refill): Developed with a highly stable, active form of Vitamin C, this supercharged oil evens out the complexion, helps reduce the appearance of pores, and immediately promotes radiant and glowy looking skin.
- Night Oil ($95/$81 refill): A nourishing recovery treatment developed to help reenergize skin overnight for supple, smooth, and glowy skin by morning that feels hydrated and plumped.
Grounded in the brand's ethos of sustainability, each product is bottled inside sleek, minimalistic, and refillable packaging. To further reduce the environmental impact, refills are packaged inside eco-friendly materials.
Photographed by Mario Sorrenti, the campaign images feature Kim amongst larger than life replicas of the collection's sculptural packaging. The creative direction and design for brand identity, product, and packaging, as well as consulting on strategy and art direction was guided by Perron—Roettinger.
Availability:
SKKN BY KIM is launching on June 21 at 9a PT / 12p ET exclusively on SKKNBYKIM.COM
PR Contact for Kim Kardashian and SKKN BY KIM:
Bevin Lee, Full Picture / blee@fullpic.com
PR Contact for Coty:
Stephanie Taylor/ stephanie_taylor@cotyinc.com
Link to DTC website below:
- United States: www.SKKNBYKIM.com
Social Media:
About SKKN BY KIM
SKKN BY KIM invites you to experience a new daily skincare ritual. With a focus on quality and efficacy, SKKN BY KIM's science-backed, clean, and cruelty-free formulas are meticulously crafted to support the skin's natural renewal abilities. Through a visionary nine-product ritual, SKKN BY KIM delivers rejuvenation, nourishment, and an indulgent at-home experience designed to help people feel confident in their skin.
About Coty Inc.
Founded in Paris in 1904, Coty is one of the world's largest beauty companies with a portfolio of iconic brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, and skin and body care. Coty serves consumers around the world, selling prestige and mass market products in more than 130 countries and territories. Coty and our brands empower people to express themselves freely, creating their own visions of beauty; and we are committed to making a positive impact on the planet. Learn more at coty.com or on LinkedIn and Instagram.
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Learn What Can be Done to Improve Job Quality and Economic Mobility
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
BACKGROUND:
The majority of Americans are introduced to the workforce through frontline jobs—whether waiting tables, stocking store shelves or folding clothes. Roughly 112 million Americans are frontline employees, and more than 70% of Black and Hispanic Americans in the U.S. are considered frontline workers. Lack of advancement opportunity and sub quality experience on the frontline is hindering the American dream, and research shows that corporate DEI efforts in recent years drastically overlook the largest and most diverse part of the workforce: the frontline employees who face challenges related to opportunity, advancement, and experience. This latest research from McKinsey & Company highlights the outsized impact companies can have on job quality and economic mobility for employees of color by extending DEI efforts to frontline workers.
Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9073051-mckinsey-and-company-survey-details-challenges-of-frontline-workers-of-color/
DID YOU KNOW?
- Frontline hourly workers are nearly 20% less likely than corporate employees to believe that DEI policies are effective.
- 50% of frontline workers in this group make less than $30k a year
- 3 of 4 frontline workers want to be promoted but less than 1 in 4 achieves it
- Over a lifetime, only 30% of all frontline workers move to a higher income quintile
- On average, Black and Latino frontline workers make 20 percent less than White frontline workers.
- Black and Hispanic frontline workers report the lowest levels of sponsorship—nearly six in ten have no sponsor at all
Now is an important time for companies to reevaluate their relationships with employees on the frontline and ensure that investing in them is an integral part of their overall strategy. On August 29th, Lareina Yee and Monne Williams, partners at McKinsey and Company, discussed the experiences of frontline workers of color, the pathways from the front line to the middle class and what companies could do to improve job quality and better support workers' development.
For more information please visit: www.mckinsey.com
MORE ABOUT LAREINA YEE
Lareina is a senior partner and helps lead McKinsey's work with technology disruptors. An expert on digital sales transformations, sales excellence, go-to-market strategies, and culture change, Lareina brings 20 years of experience to companies across the value chain. She previously served as McKinsey's first chief diversity and inclusion officer. Lareina frequently speaks about women in business, including, most recently, Aspen Ideas Festival, Women Deliver, and a collaboration between McKinsey and The Wall Street Journal on a report titled, "Women in the workplace." She writes and speaks widely on diversity and inclusion topics including appearances in Fortune, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, CBS News, Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg, Fox Business, and many other outlets. Additionally, Lareina was chosen Working Mother of the Year in 2016 by Working Mother magazine.
MORE ABOUT MONNE WILLIAMS
Monne is a part of the leadership team for McKinsey Academy, our center of excellence for capability building. She recently developed and codified a suite of enterprise-wide behavior change programs for Ability to Execute, a cutting-edge platform within McKinsey Academy designed to build individual capabilities to drive and sustain transformational change at scale. Since joining McKinsey, Monne has advised companies across multiple sectors looking to make step changes in performance. She works with clients to apply culture, change management, executive team development, and capability building as levers to expand and sustain their performance gains. In her consulting work, Monne has led more than ten transformations across industries and geographies. Monne serves as faculty for the Change Leaders Forum and several McKinsey Academy programs, and drives some of the firm's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
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| 2022-09-01T21:45:38Z
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CEO’s killing marks this city’s first homicide since 2008
FAIRFAX, Va. (WUSA) – The murder of a CEO in Fairfax City, Virginia marks the first homicide the city has seen in 14 years.
Police in Fairfax got the call just before 3 a.m. on Friday about a shooting. When they arrived at the home, officers found 32-year-old Gret Glyer dead inside.
Police said another adult resident of the home was the person who called 911. Two young kids were also inside the home at the time of the 911 call.
Police said the back door of the home was open when they arrived, but they have not identified a suspect nor a motive for the murder.
Glyer’s family said he was the CEO for a company called Donorsee, a giving platform which describes its mission as to “help the world’s poorest.” Glyer wrote on the company website that he found his love for giving on a trip to Malawi, Africa.
His last tweet ever, which was sent Thursday evening, reads, “The day we end extreme poverty, we will throw the world’s biggest party. It will be one of the greatest days of humankind.”
Neighbors were shocked to hear about the shooting.
“We certainly never think it’s going to happen in our neighborhood,” one neighbor said. “But unfortunately, this is America, and the proliferation of guns, and the level of violence we all experience is just unacceptable. And it can happen everywhere.”
A post on Donorsee’s Facebook page called Glyer a “shining light that has brought hope and joy to everyone and everything he touched.”
According to police, this was the first homicide in Fairfax City since July 2008.
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| 2022-06-27T22:11:36Z
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