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ComplyConnect Awards nomination deadline extended to Sept. 16. Finalists to be announced in early October. NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ComplySci, the leading provider of regulatory technology and compliance for the financial services sector, announced today the extension of the deadline for the ComplyConnect Awards nominations to Sept. 16. The inaugural ComplyConnect Awards will honor compliance leaders and innovators within the regulatory compliance space, with categories including: - Compliance Officer of the Year. - Compliance Innovator of the Year. - Compliance Provider of the Year. - Compliance Educator of the Year. - Future Compliance Star of the Year. "We know compliance professionals don't often seek the spotlight, especially for themselves, but they are an incredibly talented and dedicated group who deserves to be recognized and celebrated," said ComplySci Chief Executive Officer Amy Kadomatsu. "The ComplyConnect Awards are an opportunity for them to do just that by recognizing their peers for the marvelous work they are doing." Nominations can be submitted on the ComplyConnect Awards page through Sept. 16. All nominations will be reviewed by a panel of industry experts, including Modern Compliance Co-editor David Lui, Elizabeth M. Knoblock, PLLC Managing Member Elizabeth Knoblock, Eversheds Sutherland Partner John H. Walsh, ComplySci Chief Executive Officer Amy Kadomatsu, NRS President John Gebauer and others. Award finalists will be announced in early October, with winners revealed on Nov. 9 during an awards reception at the inaugural ComplyConnect Conference & Expo in Austin, Texas. The three-day ComplyConnect Conference & Expo will be held Nov. 8 - 10 at the Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin, Texas. Regulatory and compliance professionals, industry leaders and technology experts from across the U.S. will discuss current trends, industry best practices and the impact of recent Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) regulations. The event will feature an expanded version of the legacy NRS Fall Compliance Conference and offer Investment Adviser Certified Compliance Professional (IACCP®), continuing legal education (CLE), continuing professional education (CPE) and certified financial planner (CFP) continuing education credits, with keynote addresses from retired U.S. Navy Four-Star Admiral and former Chancellor of the University of Texas System William H. McRaven and SEC Director of the Division of Examinations Richard R. Best. Pre-conference workshops, including an introductory course for professionals new to the compliance industry and a women in compliance roundtable, will also be offered on Nov. 7. Early-bird, all-access registration is available through Aug. 31. Learn more about the ComplyConnect Conference & Expo, including registration, sponsorships and more at complyconnectexpo.com. ComplySci's portfolio of firms – ComplySci, NRS, RIA in a Box, illumis and ITEGRIA, a division of RIA in Box, are proud to be founding sponsors for this inaugural event. ComplySci believes advanced compliance technology empowers compliance professionals to transform their business. More than 7,000 customers, including some of the world's largest financial institutions, rely on ComplySci's scalable and sophisticated platform to stay ahead of risk and unlock the strategic potential of their compliance data. The company's portfolio of firms includes ComplySci, RIA in a Box, illumis, a ComplySci company, NRS, a ComplySci company, and ITEGRIA®, a division of RIA in a Box. Together, the portfolio of firms offers a full suite of governance, risk and compliance (GRC) consulting, technology, managed services, analytics and outsourcing solutions for the financial services industry. Its regulatory technology solutions help compliance organizations identify, monitor, manage and report on risk and conflicts of interest, including personal trading, gifts and entertainment, political contributions, outside business affiliations and other Code of Ethics violations. Learn more at complysci.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE ComplySci	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/25/deadline-extended-inaugural-complyconnect-conference-amp-expo-award-nominations/	2022-08-25T12:57:25Z
Company's Third Office in Italy Will Focus on International Digital Marketing NEW YORK and BOLOGNA, Italy, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TransPerfect, the world's largest provider of language and technology solutions for global business, today announced the opening of a new office in Bologna, Italy. TransPerfect Bologna joins the company's existing presence in Milan and Rome, and it will serve as a client service and production center in Northern Italy for language services and technologies. In addition, the new office will be a regional hub for the company's TPT Digital division. TPT Digital is an international digital marketing service provider, helping organizations develop and execute creative campaigns across multiple digital channels and deploy in any language, country, or market. Services offered by TPT Digital include global search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM), paid media, social media, and online marketplace optimization. TransPerfect President and CEO Phil Shawe stated, "We pride ourselves on delivering services that are global in scope but local in delivery. Bologna is our third office in Italy, and we look forward to better serving our customers by having a physical presence in the region." To contact TransPerfect Bologna, reach out to tptdigital@transperfect.com. TransPerfect is the world's largest provider of language and technology solutions for global business. From offices in over 100 cities on six continents, TransPerfect offers a full range of services in 200+ languages to clients worldwide. More than 6,000 global organizations employ TransPerfect's GlobalLink® technology to simplify management of multilingual content. With an unparalleled commitment to quality and client service, TransPerfect is fully ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certified. TransPerfect has global headquarters in New York, with regional headquarters in London and Hong Kong. For more information, please visit our website at www.transperfect.com. TPT Digital is the specialized digital division rooted in TransPerfect language technologies, with core competencies in search, social, and content, bringing together digital marketing experts in every market and every language around the world to create agile strategies that get clients results. For more information, visit www.tptdigital.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE TransPerfect	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/11/transperfect-office-opens-bologna-italy/	2022-07-11T17:40:46Z
Latest C-Suite Intelligence podcast episode from The Miles Group's Stephen Miles and Taylor Griffin explains how returning to the office can jumpstart your team's performance NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "We left in a herd and we're going back single file," says Stephen Miles, CEO and Founder of The Miles Group, in the latest "C-Suite Intelligence" podcast episode, Office Next. "To the credit of CEOs around the world, they wired for virtual and did impossible things. And somehow it all worked out pretty well. But we got lulled into a sense of complacency. Trust eroded, we became more vertical, more in our swim lanes, less thinking about each other," says Miles. "Our manifest stress went up because there was no transition between work and life. It was just us." The return to the office is proving to be more challenging – needing to focus on facilitating meaningful interactions between colleagues, even if it isn't about work. "I can't tell you how many clients I've heard from who have recently held leadership off-sites or team off-sites, and they're saying, 'That was the best few days that we've spent together. It was so invigorating,'" recounts Taylor Griffin, COO at The Miles Group. "Flexibility is key and we need to make sure that we've got that built into how we work now. But people still have to get together, and it's refreshing for them. We have to remember that." Miles, who coaches CEOs and COOs around the world, adds that "onboarding new people, doing really hard things, doing innovative things, coming together in a milestone event to problem-solve" are times when an in-person experience typically wins out over virtual. "We don't have to be in the office all the time, but let's agree as a team, when we want to get together to meet about specific projects or activities, and then disperse to execute." "On the talent side of things, we've lost a lot of feedback, mentoring, and coaching. That's not happening in the world of Zoom," says Griffin. It turns out virtual work is not immune to overloaded calendars and "meeting fatigue," which somehow hit even harder when compounded with "screen fatigue." In "Office Next," Miles and Griffin argue that although the transactional nature of remote work can make us more efficient, we may not be as effective. "We're not lobbying for one or the other," Miles explains, "but it does seem that a truly optimized workplace will comprise some fusion of both." To hear the full conversation, tune into today's new episode of "C-Suite Intelligence" podcast, "Office Next," available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. For more information, please contact Davia Temin or Trang Mar of Temin and Company at 212.588.8788 or news@teminandco.com. About the C-Suite Intelligence podcast CEOs running the world's top companies don't start out that way – they pull ahead of their peers with behaviors and practices that make them the "best of the best." Stephen Miles and the team at TMG coach some of the world's most successful executives, helping them continuously up their game even as business conditions grow more complex every day. Through the C-Suite Intelligence, learn the secrets of the highest performers, and use this intelligence to power your career. New episodes are released bi-weekly on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. About The Miles Group/TMG TMG develops talent strategies for organizations, teams, and individuals – focusing on high-performance, world-class leadership. Through assessments and development, coaching, leadership transition planning, and organizational design, TMG helps clients cultivate exceptional talent from the C-suite to the next generation of leaders throughout the organization. Clients include many of the Fortune 100 as well as VC portfolio companies, firms in transition, and organizations around the globe and across industries. TMG has been featured in Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Forbes, Fortune, C-Suite, Entrepreneur, and Chief Executive. The firm is headquartered in New York City and operates globally. For more information, visit http://miles-group.com. Follow TMG on Twitter and LinkedIn. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Miles Group/TMG	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/05/31/office-next-office-future-is-flex-hybrid-communal/	2022-05-31T15:29:15Z
NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Securities LLC ("American Securities") and Arsenal Capital Partners ("Arsenal") today announced that an affiliate of American Securities has acquired Meridian Adhesives Group ("Meridian" or the "Company"), in partnership with the management team and funds affiliated with Arsenal. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Meridian is a leading producer of high-performance advanced adhesives for electronics, infrastructure, and industrial end markets. The Company sells a broad portfolio of chemistries and focuses on niche applications that require custom solutions and complex formulations. Meridian operates 25 facilities and serves over 5,000 customers in North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe. The Company is headquartered in Houston, TX and employs approximately 560 people globally. "We are grateful for the support of Arsenal over the past four years as we established Meridian as the go-to solution provider in the industry," said Dan Pelton, Chief Executive Officer of Meridian. "We are excited about Meridian's next phase of growth and our new partnership with American Securities." "The time that we have spent evaluating and investing in companies in the adhesives space gives us immense appreciation for Meridian's leadership positions in attractive and growing end markets and applications," commented Scott Wolff, a Managing Director of American Securities. "We are excited to support the Company's organic growth and M&A strategies, innovation, and continued operational excellence so that Meridian can continue to solve problems for its customers." "Meridian's growth has been a result of focusing on positive long-term trends in technologies and end markets, coupled with hard work from a talented leadership team and employee base," said Roy Seroussi, an Investment Partner of Arsenal. "We look forward to our continued partnership with the Company and American Securities as we build a leading, global adhesives company." Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC acted as financial advisors to American Securities and Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP served as legal counsel. Citi and Moelis & Company LLC acted as financial advisors to Meridian and Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP served as legal counsel with respect to the transaction. About Meridian Adhesives Group Meridian Adhesives Group is a leading manufacturer of high-value adhesive technologies. With a broad portfolio of dynamic solutions, Meridian serves the electronics, infrastructure, and industrial (flooring, packaging, and product assembly) markets. The group's operations are located in the Americas, EMEA and Asia, with a multitude of sales/service offices worldwide that are positioned to serve Meridian's global customer base. For more information, visit https://meridianadhesives.com. About American Securities LLC Based in New York with an office in Shanghai, American Securities is a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenues generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion. American Securities and its affiliates have more than $26 billion under management. For more information, visit www.american-securities.com. About Arsenal Capital Partners Arsenal Capital Partners is a leading private equity firm that specializes in investments in industrial growth and healthcare companies. Since its inception in 2000, Arsenal has raised institutional equity investment funds totaling over $10 billion, completed more than 250 platform and add-on acquisitions, and achieved more than 30 realizations. The firm works with management teams to build strategically important companies with leading market positions, high growth, and high value-add. For more information, visit www.arsenalcapital.com. View original content: SOURCE American Securities LLC; Arsenal Capital Partners	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/09/08/american-securities-acquires-meridian-adhesives-group-arsenal-capital-partners/	2022-09-08T18:16:32Z
'We want to build on it': Stakes raised, standard high for Jackson boys lacrosse this year It might be easy to feel content after the best season in program history. It might be even easier to fall into complacency when nearly almost every player from that 19-3 squad is scheduled to return. Contentment and complacency are two words you won't find used around the Jackson boys lacrosse team. The Polar Bears have responded to their breakthrough season by beefing up its schedule and working harder than ever to improve. "We really wanted to play a more difficult schedule this year," Jackson head coach Bobby Lyle said. "We wanted to push ourselves. We want to set ourselves up to be playing the best lacrosse we can play by the time the tournament starts. We don't want to rest on what we did last season. We want to build on it." Jackson certainly has enough talent back in all areas to make that happen. The Polar Bears have a plethora of scoring options back with Thomas Chevalier and Gregory Thomas leading the way at the attack. More:'We're feeling good right now:' Jackson boys lacrosse overwhelms GlenOak to open tournament "We want to have a very spread out attack offensively," Lyle said. "That's the biggest part of our philosophy. We're incorporating a lot more movement into our offense than we have in years past." The midfield is stacked with Brock Taylor and Jason Davide among those returning. It's a unit that is also capable of finding the back of the net, making Jackson even more difficult to defend. "That's kind of what we want our identity to be," Lyle said. "We want to make it difficult for other teams to scout us. They may come away from a game with a name on their report but during a game it will probably be another player that surprises them with some goals." Senior Ian Nonnamaker leads a young but athletic defense. Even if a team manages to battle through all of those layers to earn a scoring chance, they still have have to contend with senior goalkeeper Jack Bryant. Bryant has verbally committed to play Division I lacrosse for Bellarmine University (Ky). "Ian is one of our most vocal leaders," Lyle said. "He's doing a great job for us with the rest of the defenders. Having Jack in goal behind that unit really helps us. If we do have a mistake, he has the ability to go and make a stop for us. He can help buy us time and save us goals as the defense learns." More:Jackson boys lacrosse defeats Hoover in double overtime All of these philosophies rely on having an unselfish culture. It's one Lyle has taken years to build and one this team believes in. "That's something we always stress and always work on," Lyle said. "Culture is everything. We focus on personal responsibility and we also focus on being a good person off the field. If you are a good person off the field, you're going to be a good teammate on the field. That's the most important thing we want kids to take away from their time with us." The lofty goals, raised expectations and tougher schedule have paid off so far this season. Despite some injuries, Jackson is 3-2 with wins over Hoban, Walsh Jesuit and Dublin Coffman. It's most recent game, Wednesday, was a 13-5 loss to St. Ignatius, perhaps the top team in Northeast Ohio this spring. "Our motto is to 'win the day,'" Lyle said. "We believe if you do that and take advantage of every opportunity that you can to improve that we will be in a good position by the time the tournament takes place." Reach Cliff at cliff.hickman@cantonrep.com On Twitter: @chickmanREP	https://www.cantonrep.com/story/sports/high-school/lacrosse/2022/04/08/jackson-polar-bears-boys-lacrosse-bobby-lyle-jack-bryant-brock-taylor-thomas-chevalier-jason-davide/9464719002/	2022-04-08T12:14:28Z
CAESAREA, Israel, June 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Max Stock Limited (TASE: MAXO); (the "Company", "Max Stock") today announced that on June 18, 2022, the Company's board of directors approved for the Company to implement a stock buyback plan effective as of June 19, 2022 until June 18, 2023 (the "stock buyback plan"). The total allocated budget for the stock buyback plan is up to ILS 40 million. As part of its resolution to approve the repurchases, the Company's board of directors concluded that the Company satisfies the distribution tests under Section 302 of the Israel Companies Law, 1999 and that there is no restriction to perform the contemplated repurchases. The Company's distributable profits under Section 302 total ILS 155.7 million. The board assessed that in light of the market price of the Company's shares, the repurchases are an appropriate investment of the above-stated amounts of the Company's cash balances. The Company's board assessed that the repurchase of the Company's shares may facilitate an increase in return for the Company's shareholders and is an expression of faith in the Company. The Company's board has also assessed that the repurchases will not materially adversely impact the Company's financial position and its business plans as disclosed in the past, including the Company's liquidity, capital structure, leverage and ability to maintain its current operations. The repurchases are not anticipated to constitute a tax event for the Company or its shareholders, other than for those shareholders who are selling their stock according to the specifics of each transaction. The Company may execute the repurchases either through purchases executed on the TASE exchange or through OTC/off-exchange transactions, at its discretion. About Max Stock Max Stock is Israel's leading extreme value retailer, currently present in 55 locations throughout Israel. Max Stock offers a broad assortment of quality products for customers' everyday needs at affordable prices, helping customers "Dream Big, Pay Small". For more information, please visit https://ir.maxstock.co.il This is an English translation of segments of a Hebrew immediate report that was published on June 19, 2022 (Ref. No: 2022-01-061923) (hereinafter: the "Hebrew Version"). This English version is only for convenience purposes. This is not an official translation and has no binding force. In the event of any discrepancy between the Hebrew Version and this translation, the Hebrew Version shall prevail. Company Contacts: Talia Sessler, Chief Corporate Development and IR Officer talia@maxstock.co.il Ifat Nir Katz, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary ifat@maxstock.co.il View original content: SOURCE Max Stock Limited	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/19/max-stock-limited-announces-stock-buyback-plan/	2022-06-19T07:00:57Z
NEW YORK, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Acutus Medical, Inc.. Shareholders who purchased shares of AFIB 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. CONTACT US HERE: CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of all purchasers of Acutus common stock between May 13, 2021 and November 11, 2021, 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) a material percentage of the Company's AcQMap imaging and mapping systems under evaluation had been randomly installed at sites with little, if any, consideration given to whether the healthcare providers at the selected locations were likely to adopt, or desire, the Company's products; (b) a material percentage of the AcQMap systems under evaluation had been installed in locations where the Company did not possess the infrastructure necessary to appropriately educate, train, and support medical service providers on the system's operations; (c) as a result of (a) and (b) above, defendants were in the process of designing a strategic plan to terminate and relocate approximately 20% of then-existing AcQMap systems evaluation arrangements; (d) the Company's management discussion and analysis was materially false and misleading and failed to disclose that the termination and relocation of approximately 20% of existing AcQMap systems evaluation arrangements was reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on the Company's 2021 financial results; and (e) the Company's risk factor discussions were materially false and misleading and made reference to potential risks without disclosing that such risks were then-existing or adequately describing the specific nature of the risks then facing the Company. DEADLINE: April 18, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/acutus-medical-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=25555&from=4 NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of AFIB 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 April 18, 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. CONTACT: The Gross Law Firm 15 West 38th Street, 12th floor New York, NY, 10018 Email: dg@securitiesclasslaw.com Phone: (646) 453-8903 View original content: SOURCE The Gross Law Firm	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/04/06/shareholder-alert-gross-law-firm-notifies-shareholders-acutus-medical-inc-class-action-lawsuit-lead-plaintiff-deadline-april-18-2022-nasdaq-afib/	2022-04-06T11:10:21Z
FORT WORTH (KDAF) — There’s a staple among southern cooks and restaurants to have a killer fried chicken dish in their back pocket or even on their regular menu. Fried chicken is being brought to the forefront on Wednesday, July 6 as it is National Fried Chicken Day! NationalToday says, “Fried chicken was an expensive delicacy up until World War II, but thanks to mass production techniques, we’re now able to indulge ourselves on the cheap in almost any city in the world. So on July 6, we get out our buckets ‘o’ chicken and napkins, because it’s National Fried Chicken Day.” Fried chicken can be found among the tastiest fast food, sit-down restaurants and food trucks around North Texas but the focus shall be on Cow Town or better-known as Fort Worth. We checked out Yelp’s list of the best fried chicken restaurants around Fort Worth: - The Cookshack – Arlington Heights - Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken – Southside - Drew’s Place – Arlington Heights - OOOWWWEEE Wangz N Catfish – Wedgwood - Madea’s Down Home Cooking – Far South - Mash’D – Arlington Heights - Lisa’s Chicken - Old Neighborhood Grill – TCU/West Cliff - Babe’s Chicken Dinner House – North Richland Hills - Young M’s Eatery – Arlington Heights	https://cw33.com/lifestyle/food-and-drink/best-places-in-fort-worth-to-eat-fried-chicken-according-to-yelp/	2022-07-06T18:55:07Z
Police: Trio arrested after 18-year-old girl shot, raped and dumped on side of road JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT/Gray News) - Three people are under arrest after an 18-year-old girl’s body was found dumped on the side of the road last month in Mississippi. Jackson Police Department Deputy Chief Deric Hearn held a press briefing on Friday, announcing the arrests and gruesome details of the crime. WLBT reports the suspects were identified as Dewitt Anderson, 34, Cedric Banks, 37, and Kaymia Blackmon, 19. Hearn said that on Feb. 15, police responded to reports of a girl’s body found near Clay Street, north of downtown, who had been shot multiple times. On Mar. 24, detectives were then notified by the coroner’s office that the girl was identified as 18-year-old Amya Carey. Hearn said a family member of Carey’s told detectives that on Feb. 15, she was picking up a friend Kaymia Blackmon, who was with her boyfriend, Dewitt Anderson. The group went to several locations that night, according to Hearn. Anderson’s brother, Cedric Banks, also joined the group, according to police, at some point that evening, and all tried to have sex with Carey. Hearn said the 18-year-old refused and got into a fight with Blackmon. Anderson then picked up a gun and shot Carey. The group placed Carey inside a car while she was severely wounded, and while they drove, one of them raped her, according to police. Carey was then shot two times by Banks, and her body was dumped where police later found it. Hearn said detectives do not know if the teenager was dead or alive when she was assaulted in the vehicle. On Wednesday, Blackmon and Anderson were contacted by detectives and summoned to police headquarters. During their interview, Hearn said the two described the events of that February evening. Authorities said all three suspects, in this case, have been denied bond. Copyright 2022 WLBT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/04/02/police-trio-arrested-after-18-year-old-girl-shot-raped-dumped-side-road/	2022-04-02T04:01:46Z
Over 50 feared dead in Nigeria church attack, officials say ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Gunmen opened fire on worshippers and detonated explosives at a Catholic church in southwestern Nigeria on Sunday, leaving dozens feared dead, state lawmakers said. The attackers targeted the St. Francis Catholic Church in Ondo state just as the worshippers gathered on Pentecost Sunday, legislator Ogunmolasuyi Oluwole said. Among the dead were many children, he said. The presiding priest was abducted as well, said Adelegbe Timileyin, who represents the Owo area in Nigeria’s lower legislative chamber. “Our hearts are heavy,” Ondo Governor Rotimi Akeredolu tweeted Sunday. “Our peace and tranquility have been attacked by the enemies of the people.” Authorities did not immediately release an official death toll. Timileyin said at least 50 people had been killed, though others put the figure higher. Videos appearing to be from the scene of the attack showed church worshippers lying in pools of blood while people around them wailed. Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari said “only fiends from the nether region could have conceived and carried out such dastardly act,” according to a statement from his spokesman. “No matter what, this country shall never give in to evil and wicked people, and darkness will never overcome light. Nigeria will eventually win,” said Buhari, who was elected after vowing to end Nigeria’s prolonged security crisis. In Rome, Pope Francis responded to news of the attack. “The pope has learned of the attack on the church in Ondo, Nigeria and the deaths of dozens of worshippers, many children, during the celebration of Pentecost. While the details are being clarified, Pope Francis prays for the victims and the country, painfully affected at a time of celebration, and entrusts them both to the Lord so that he may send his spirit to console them,” the pope said in a statement issued by the Vatican press office. It was not immediately clear who was behind the attack on the church. While much of Nigeria has struggled with security issues, Ondo is widely known as one of Nigeria’s most peaceful states. The state, though, has been caught up in a rising violent conflict between farmers and herders. Nigeria’s security forces did not immediately respond to questions about how the attack occurred or if there are any leads about suspects. Owo is about 345 kilometers (215 miles) east of Lagos. “In the history of Owo, we have never experienced such an ugly incident,” said lawmaker Oluwole. “This is too much.” Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/06/06/over-50-feared-dead-nigeria-church-attack-officials-say/	2022-06-06T01:55:29Z
Spa Franchise to Introduce Programs that Help Care for Those They Serve, and Serve Alongside SAN ANTONIO, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Massage Heights, a wellness franchise that provides personalized, therapeutic massage and skincare services at 120+ retreats, is redefining how care should look, act, and inspire in communities across North America. The brand was founded on passion and an authentic belief that the health and wellness benefits of high-quality massages and facials should be accessible to everyone. Since its beginning, the brand's desire has been to elevate the communities they serve. As a result, Massage Heights will roll out a series of Culture of Care initiatives over the coming months. This will include special promotions and giveaways offered to members of the community who care for others, such as nurses, first responders, and teachers. In addition, Massage Heights is launching internal care programs to support franchisees in creating and sustaining inspiring and engaging work environments for their Retreat staff. "Our research showed that what separates us from others in the industry is our genuine level of care – mainly the caring nature of our people who help improve wellness, boost energy levels and elevate lives," said Susan Boresow, CEO and President of Massage Heights. "We genuinely listen to our guests and design personalized treatment options. As a result, they walk out feeling renewed and heard." The essence of the brand is intentionally captured within the Massage Heights logo. The mountains represent the struggles people face every day, and the glowing chi represents the inner life source – the energy that flows through each of us and is needed to be our best selves. The Massage Heights vision, mission and core values reflects a Culture of Care: - Our Vision: To live a culture of elevated wellness that inspires, transforms, and renews the lives of our people, our members, and the communities we serve. - Our Mission: To deliver an awesome, personalized, therapeutic experience for each guest, every time. - Core Values: Loyalty, Authenticity, Passion and Diligence are the four core values. "We are here for those we serve and those we serve alongside," said CG Funk, Senior Vice President of Culture & Industry Relations for Massage Heights. "We hear the countless positive stories from our members, massage therapists, estheticians, retreat directors and franchise owners of the renewed energy that's rising in our retreats. Caring is in our culture and in our actions, not just our branding. Our actions will be seen in our ongoing programs to live out our vision and collectively elevate individual lives and those around them." About Massage Heights Massage Heights, a family-owned massage and skincare wellness franchise, started in 2004 and has grown to 120+ Retreats throughout North America. Dedicated to elevating the lives of others, the health and wellness franchise provides personalized wellness treatment options through professional, affordable, resort-quality therapeutic massage and skincare services. For more information about Massage Heights and its franchise opportunities, please visit MassageHeightsFranchise.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Massage Heights	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/04/25/massage-heights-renews-vision-mission-amp-core-values-foster-culture-care-throughout-communities/	2022-04-25T15:06:08Z
NEW YORK, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for BABA, GE, TSLA, AMZN, and BAC. Click a link below then choose between in-depth options trade idea report or a stock score report. Options Report – Ideal trade ideas on up to seven different options trading strategies. The report shows all vital aspects of each option trade idea for each stock. Stock Report - Measures a stock's suitability for investment with a proprietary scoring system combining short and long-term technical factors with Wall Street's opinion including a 12-month price forecast. - BABA: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-options-lp-2/?symbol=BABA&prnumber=062220224 - GE: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-options-lp-2/?symbol=GE&prnumber=062220224 - TSLA: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-options-lp-2/?symbol=TSLA&prnumber=062220224 - AMZN: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-options-lp-2/?symbol=AMZN&prnumber=062220224 - BAC: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-options-lp-2/?symbol=BAC&prnumber=062220224 (Note: You may have to copy this link into your browser then press the [ENTER] key.) InvestorsObserver provides patented technology to some of the biggest names on Wall Street and creates world-class investing tools for the self-directed investor on Main Street. We have a wide range of tools to help investors make smarter decisions when investing in stocks or options. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE InvestorsObserver	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/22/thinking-about-trading-options-or-stock-alibaba-general-electric-tesla-amazon-or-bank-america/	2022-06-22T14:23:22Z
Police identify bicyclist struck and killed in Downtown Topeka Thur. afternoon Published: Sep. 2, 2022 at 11:50 AM CDT\|Updated: 18 minutes ago TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Topeka Police Dept. has identified the person struck and killed by a truck while riding a bicycle in Downtown Topeka Thursday afternoon. TPD says Bridget Ann Musser, 37, of Topeka died when she was hit by a commercial truck near 4th and Kansas Ave. at 1:31 p.m. Musser was pronounced dead at the scene. While officials did not say what kind of commercial truck hit Musser, a green Waste Management roll off truck remained parked in the middle of 4th St. near the accident scene as the accident reconstruction team investigated. As of early Friday afternoon officials say the incident remains under investigation. Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/09/02/police-identify-bicyclist-struck-killed-downtown-topeka-thur-afternoon/	2022-09-02T17:09:15Z
NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Enochian Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENOB) resulting from allegations that Enochian BioSciences may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public. SO WHAT: If you purchased Enochian BioSciences securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses. WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6517 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: On May 25, 2022, during trading hours, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Serhat Gumrukçu, the inventor and co-founder of Enochian BioSciences, had been arrested and charged in a murder-for-hire conspiracy. On this news, Enochian BioSciences's stock fell $2.17, or 37%, to close at $3.70 per share on May 25, 2022, on unusually heavy trading volume, damaging investors Then, on June 1, 2022, market analyst Hindenburg Research published a report regarding Enochian BioSciences which is entitled "Miracle Cures and Murder For Hire: How A Spoon-Bending Turkish Magician Built A $600 Million Nasdaq-Listed Scam Based On A Lifetime Of Lies[.]" The report noted that the individual in whose murder Gumrukçu was implicated, Gregory Davis, "was murdered … just 19 days before Gumrukcu was scheduled to appear in court to defend himself against felony fraud allegations related to a 2016 deal with Davis" and that "[f]ederal prosecutors argued that the prospective merger deal that eventually resulted in Enochian going public served as a key motive for the murder." The report also stated that "[u]nbeknownst to investors (but known to Enochian's senior leadership) Gumrukcu's latest arrest for a murder conspiracy is simply the most recent in a string of alleged crimes by Gumrukcu," who "was arrested based on accusations of falsely posing as a doctor" in his native Turkey in 2012 and "[i]n February 2017, Gumrukcu was arrested by authorities after the State of California accused him of a slew of white-collar crimes, including fraud, identity theft, and check kiting - a total of 14 felonies." The report further states that "[w]e have been unable to find any jurisdiction in which Gumrukcu is licensed as a medical doctor" and that "Gumrukcu looks to have purchased a fake Russian medical degree on the black market[.]" On this news, Enochian's stock fell $1.49, or 28% to close at $3.76 per share on June 1, 2022, damaging investors. WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact Information: Laurence Rosen, Esq. Phillip Kim, Esq. The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. 275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor New York, NY 10016 Tel: (212) 686-1060 Toll Free: (866) 767-3653 Fax: (212) 202-3827 lrosen@rosenlegal.com pkim@rosenlegal.com cases@rosenlegal.com www.rosenlegal.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Rosen Law Firm, P.A.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/27/top-ranked-rosen-law-firm-encourages-enochian-biosciences-inc-investors-with-losses-inquire-about-class-action-investigation-enob/	2022-06-27T20:05:12Z
(All financial information is in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise stated) Strategic transaction to accelerate Paper Excellence's growth strategy, bringing complementary capabilities in lumber and pulp MONTREAL, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Paper Excellence Group (the "Group"), through its wholly-owned subsidiary Domtar Corporation ("Domtar"), a global diversified manufacturer of pulp and specialty, printing, writing, and packaging papers, and Resolute Forest Products Inc. ("Resolute") (NYSE: RFP) (TSX: RFP), a global forest products company, have entered into an agreement under which Domtar will acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Resolute stock. With this addition to its family of companies, the Paper Excellence Group will further build out its portfolio in North America following the successful acquisition of Domtar last year. Patrick Loulou, vice chair and chief strategy officer of the Paper Excellence Group, commented, "We are excited to welcome Resolute and its employees to the Paper Excellence family. Resolute is an ideal fit for our long-term growth strategy. It complements our existing pulp, paper and packaging businesses and adds capabilities in lumber and tissue. We have seen firsthand that Resolute prides itself on its great people, strong assets and a culture of excellence going back more than two hundred years." Resolute will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Domtar, under the auspices of the Group, and continue to operate on a business-as-usual basis under the Resolute name. The Resolute management team will remain in place at the company's headquarters. Considering the quality workforce available with Resolute and Domtar, Montreal will become an important hub for the Group's North American businesses. Furthermore, the Group plans to retain Resolute's production locations and levels of jobs. "With this transaction, Resolute will accelerate its growth as it gains access to more tools, capital and opportunities to pursue our ambitions with the combined resources of the Paper Excellence Group," stated Remi G. Lalonde, Resolute's president and chief executive officer. "This is good for employees and the communities where Resolute operates because we will continue to grow in a manner consistent with our core values of accountability, caring and trust that we hold dear. Together, we will form a stronger and more resilient, diversified forest products company, positioned to compete on a truly global scale, with a shared commitment to being a trusted business partner, dedicated to sustainability and to caring for its people and communities." As part of its commitment to building a premier North American diversified forest products company and creating long-term growth, the Group intends to support Resolute management's existing growth strategy, focused on strategic investments in its lumber and pulp businesses, and maximizing the value of its paper and tissue businesses. It also plans to undertake a detailed feasibility study for the eventual conversion of Resolute's Gatineau, Quebec, newsprint mill to the production of packaging paper. "This is a good example of how the Paper Excellence Group's diversified business, financial resources, and technical capabilities can open up new strategic avenues for assets that may otherwise face an uncertain future. This is but one example of our support and intention to implement significant investments aligned with Resolute's strategic plan for the future," concluded Mr. Loulou. Furthermore, the Group intends to form long-term partnerships with one or more universities in Quebec and Ontario to spearhead innovation in the field of fiber-based biomaterials. The cash portion of the merger consideration represents a premium of approximately 64% to Resolute's closing share price on NYSE on July 5, 2022. The cash consideration represents an enterprise value of approximately $2.7 billion, including pension liabilities and excluding the Contingent Value Right (CVR) on softwood lumber duty deposit refunds. "This agreement offers our stockholders the opportunity to realize a significant premium for their shares in cash, plus additional value with contingent value rights tied to the prospective recovery of accumulated deposits on estimated softwood lumber duties through the second quarter," added Mr. Lalonde. The transaction will be carried out by way of a merger of Resolute with a newly created subsidiary of Domtar, providing for conversion of each share of Resolute common stock into the right to receive $20.50 per share, together with a CVR entitling the holder to a share of future softwood lumber duty deposit refunds. Each share, on a fully diluted basis at closing, will be entitled to receive one CVR. "The addition of Resolute enables us to continue executing our long-term business plan to drive growth to the benefit of all stakeholders," said John D. Williams, president and chief executive officer of Domtar. "After the close of the transaction, the Paper Excellence Group will own or operate a collection of diverse, strategic assets across North America that allows us to deliver a wider range of high-quality products to our customers. This transaction continues to demonstrate the strong belief in the potential of our business model and we look forward to continuing to operate successfully and efficiently into the future." Under the CVR, stockholders will receive any refunds on approximately $500 million of deposits on estimated softwood lumber duties paid by Resolute through June 30, 2022, including any interest thereon, net of certain expenses and of applicable tax and withholding. Any proceeds attributable to the CVR will be distributed proportionally to CVR holders, and the value will ultimately be determined by the terms and timing of the resolution of the softwood lumber dispute between Canada and the United States. The terms and timing of such resolution is uncertain. The CVRs will not be tradeable and will be subject to prohibitions on transfer. Resolute stockholders will have the opportunity to vote on the transaction at a stockholders' meeting to be held in early fall. The merger will require the approval of a majority of the outstanding shares of Resolute. Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, a significant stockholder of Resolute, has entered into a voting and support agreement to vote its shares in favor of the transaction. As of July 5, 2022, Fairfax Financial Holdings held approximately 30,548,190 shares, or 40% of the outstanding shares as of that date. A full description of the transaction will be outlined in the proxy statement of Resolute, to be filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") at www.sec.gov/edgar/browse ("EDGAR"), and with the Canadian securities regulators on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval ("SEDAR") at www.sedar.com and mailed to stockholders of Resolute. In addition to stockholder approval, the transaction is subject to applicable regulatory approvals and the satisfaction of certain other customary closing conditions. The board of directors of Resolute unanimously determined that the terms of the transaction are fair to, and in the best interests of, Resolute and its stockholders and resolved to recommend that Resolute stockholders vote for the transaction. The transaction is expected to close as soon as possible following stockholder and regulatory approvals, and satisfaction of other customary closing conditions, which is currently expected in the first half of 2023. Barclays is serving as exclusive financial advisor to Paper Excellence, and Latham & Watkins LLP, McMillan LLP, and McCarthy Tétrault LLP, are serving as legal advisors. Barclays, CoBank, and Bank of Montreal are providing acquisition financing to Domtar in connection with the transaction. CIBC Capital Markets is serving as exclusive financial advisor to Resolute, and Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, and Stikeman Elliott LLP are serving as legal advisors. In connection with the proposed transaction, Resolute intends to file the relevant materials with the SEC, including a proxy statement on Schedule 14A. Promptly after filing its definitive proxy statement with the SEC, Resolute will mail the definitive proxy statement and a proxy card to each stockholder entitled to vote at the special meeting relating to the transaction. The materials to be filed by Resolute will be made available to the company's investors and stockholders at no expense to them and copies may be obtained free of charge on Resolute's website at www.resolutefp.com. In addition, all of those materials will be available at no charge on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Investors and security holders will also be able to obtain copies of the proxy statement (when available) and other documents filed with Canadian securities regulatory authorities by Resolute at no charge through the website maintained by the Canadian Securities Administrators at www.sedar.com. Investors and stockholders of Resolute are urged to read the proxy statement and the other relevant materials when they become available before making any voting or investment decision with respect to the proposed transaction because they contain important information about Resolute and the proposed transaction. Resolute and its directors, executive officers, other members of its management and employees may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies of Resolute stockholders in connection with the proposed transaction under SEC rules. Investors and stockholders may obtain more detailed information regarding the names, affiliations and interests of Resolute's executive officers and directors in the solicitation by reading Resolute's proxy statement for its 2022 annual meeting of stockholders, the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, and the proxy statement and other relevant materials that will be filed with the SEC in connection with the proposed transaction when they become available. Information concerning the interests of Resolute's participants in the solicitation, which may, in some cases, be different than those of the company's stockholders generally, will be set forth in the proxy statement relating to the proposed transaction when it becomes available. Statements in this document that are not reported financial results or other historical information of Resolute are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, for example, statements included in this document relating to the potential benefits of the proposed transaction between Resolute and Domtar Corporation; the prospective performance and outlook of Resolute's business, performance and opportunities; the ability of the parties to complete the proposed transaction and the expected timing of completion of the proposed transaction; as well as any assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as the words "should," "would," "could," "will," "may," "expect," "believe," "see," "intends," "continue," "positioned," "maintain," "remain," "build," "pursue," "accelerate," "plan," "grow," "allow," "look," "provide," "create," "support," "estimated," "drive," "maximize" and other terms with similar meaning indicating possible future events or potential impact on Resolute's business or its stockholders. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are not guarantees of future performance. These statements are based on management's current assumptions, beliefs, and expectations, all of which involve a number of business risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this document, including but not limited to: uncertainties as to the timing of the proposed transaction; the risk that the proposed transaction may not be completed in a timely manner or at all; the possibility that competing offers or acquisition proposals for Resolute will be made; the possibility that any or all of the various conditions to the consummation of the proposed transaction may not be satisfied or waived, including the failure to receive any required regulatory approvals from any applicable governmental entities (or any conditions, limitations or restrictions placed on such approvals); the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement, including in circumstances that would require Resolute to pay a termination fee or other expenses; the inability to recover softwood lumber duty refunds in a timely manner or at all; the effect of the pendency of the proposed transaction on Resolute's ability to retain and hire key personnel, its ability to maintain relationships with its customers, suppliers and others with whom it does business, its business generally or its stock price; and risks related to diverting management's attention from the company's ongoing business operations. In addition, please refer to the documents that Resolute files with the SEC on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties with respect to Resolute and its business that could cause events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements set forth in this document. All forward-looking statements in this document are expressly qualified by the cautionary statements contained or referred to above and in Resolute's other filings with the SEC and the Canadian securities regulatory authorities. Resolute disclaims any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Resolute is a global leader in the forest products industry with a diverse range of products, including market pulp, tissue, wood products and papers, which are marketed in over 60 countries. The company owns or operates some 40 facilities, as well as power generation assets, in the United States and Canada. Resolute has third-party certified 100% of its managed woodlands to internationally recognized sustainable forest management standards. The shares of Resolute trade under the stock symbol RFP on both the New York Stock Exchange and the Toronto Stock Exchange. Resolute has received regional, North American and global recognition for its leadership in corporate social responsibility and sustainable development, as well as for its business practices. Visit www.resolutefp.com for more information. Domtar is a leading provider of a wide variety of fiber-based products including communication, specialty and packaging papers, market pulp and airlaid nonwovens. With approximately 6,400 employees serving more than 50 countries around the world, Domtar is driven by a commitment to turn sustainable wood fiber into useful products that people rely on every day. Domtar's principal executive office is in Fort Mill, South Carolina and Domtar is part of the Paper Excellence group of companies. To learn more, visit www.domtar.com. The Paper Excellence Group is a privately-held holding company that oversees individual pulp and paper business units. Its operations include the manufacturing of pulp and specialty, printing and writing, and packaging papers, producing over 7 million tons annually with a workforce of over 10,000 in its nearly 40 locations across the Americas and Europe. For more information on Paper Excellence, please visit www.paperexcellence.com. View original content: SOURCE Resolute Forest Products Inc.	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/06/paper-excellence-group-enters-into-definitive-agreement-acquire-resolute-2050-per-share-one-contingent-value-right-tied-potential-duty-deposit-refunds-up-500-million/	2022-07-06T12:01:10Z
Second-annual celebration of Black excellence includes Pardi Way Art & Culture Street Fest, Pitch Pardi pitch competition and Garden Pardi fundraiser INDIANAPOLIS, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Be Nimble Foundation, a 501(c)(3) social enterprise creating fully diverse and inclusive tech ecosystems, announces its second annual Black Innovation Week presented by Newfields and powered by Fifth Third Bank and OneAmerica. Black Innovation Week highlights and honors Indianapolis's many leaders and trailblazers in Black tech, culture and the arts. Kicking off Monday, June 13, with public events Wednesday through Saturday, the event includes the organization's popular Garden Pardi fundraiser celebrating Black futures on Saturday, June 18. "Recent grants we've received are going to be game changers in terms of building access and opportunity. They're really going to help us amplify our work in increasing Black and Brown representation in tech," said Jeff Williams, co-founder of Be Nimble Foundation. "That's what Black Innovation Week is all about. Reflecting on our past success and celebrating our future accomplishments. There's so much more to come." Black Innovation Week, which features networking opportunities, panel discussions, celebration, fundraisers and more, is made possible by generous sponsors including Newfields, Microsoft, Google, Fifth Third Bank and 53 Ideas, OneAmerica, Old National Bank, KAR Global, Cummins, Morgan Stanley, High Alpha, Allos Ventures and Sixty8 Capital. Event highlights include: Brand Pop Up Event (Wednesday, June 15): Be Nimble is on a mission to scale the next large Black product brand of out of the Midwest in the spirit of Madam CJ Walker. Come mix, party, shop and learn from experts in the digital and retail product space. We are the culture and we push product concepts and branding forward. We want to shine a light and elevate the current brands on the horizon who are on the brink of scaling, too! Pitch Pardi and "Reverse" Job Fair (Thursday, June 16): Taking place from 4pm to 8pm at the High Alpha offices (830 Massachusetts Ave., Suite 1500, Floor 4), Black Innovation Week's Pitch Pardi will showcase six Black-led startups pitching their ideas. Each receive $5,000, and one will receive an additional $5,000 as a "people's choice" award winner — a total of $35,000 in prizes. During the pitch competition, local employers will show "commercials" touting their workplace culture, and during the mixer following the presentations, attendees are encouraged to network with these employers in a "reverse" job fair. Winners of the pitch competition will be announced at Garden Pardi on Saturday, June 18 at Newfields. Pardi Way Street Fest (Friday, June 17): In collaboration with 7House, Pardi Way Street Fest celebrates all things Black culture & art, this year in an exciting new outdoor venue, "The Park" at The Phoenix Theatre Cultural Center (705 N Illinois) from 6pm to 10pm. The event will put Black artists in the spotlight to showcase their amazing, and often overlooked work. The art will then be moved to the Newfields Deer Pavillion & Community Gallery to be showcased during Garden Pardi. Tickets are available for $25 at pardiwaystreetfest.com. Garden Pardi (Saturday, June 18): Black Innovation Week reaches a finale with Garden Pardi presented by Newfields. A Black business pop-up shop with Black vendors, signature cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and a night to remember. Garden Pardi is a celebration of Black excellence in all in all facets — entrepreneurship, art, culture, innovation and more. To learn more visit gardenpardi.com. "Newfields is humbled and honored to be given the opportunity to partner with the Be Nimble Foundation to host the Garden Pardi in The Garden at Newfields. We are unwavering in our commitment to actively work to ensure Newfields is a place where everyone can see and experience Newfields as a place for them," said Darrianne Christian, Newfields Board of Trustees Chairwoman. "We look forward to supporting the Be Nimble Foundation in its mission along with executing on our own, to enrich lives through exceptional experiences with art and nature. The opportunities Be Nimble has provided, and continues to work towards, for the Black & Brown community are unparalleled, and I look forward to continuing our journey with them as a valued partner." To learn more about Be Nimble Foundation and Black Innovation Week events, including Garden Pardi, visit benimbleco.com. About Be Nimble Foundation Be Nimble Foundation is a 501(c)(3) social enterprise taking a qualitative and quantitative approach to creating fully diverse and inclusive tech ecosystems. Our career training and placement programs up-skill unemployed, under-employed, and career-transitioners who are interested in careers in the tech industry. Our entrepreneurship programs support Black and Latinx tech start-up founders to get them the resources, support and funding they need to build high-growth, high-scale tech companies. To learn more about the Be Nimble Foundation, visit benimbleco.com. Contacts Marisa Miller BLASTmedia for Be Nimble Co. benimble@blastmedia.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Be Nimble	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/13/be-nimble-foundation-announces-black-innovation-week-2022/	2022-06-13T13:56:08Z
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 7:22PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY At 721 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Salt River Pass, or 20 miles south of Afton, moving northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD…Winds in excess of 30 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. This strong thunderstorm will be near… Wyoming Peak and Mount Coffin around 740 PM MDT. Other locations in the path of this storm include Middle Piney Lake. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.	https://localnews8.com/weather/alerts-weather/2022/05/16/special-weather-statement-issued-may-16-at-722pm-mdt-by-nws-riverton-wy/	2022-05-17T01:53:13Z
THIS PUPPET HELPS C-STORE CONSUMERS TRUST THEIR GUT EMERYVILLE, Calif., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- f'real, inventors of on-the-go, blend-it-yourself (BIY) shakes and smoothies available at more than 20 thousand convenience store locations worldwide, is launching a new advertising campaign targeting Gen Z consumers. The campaign – with commercial spots linked here and here – introduces Lil' Gutty, the brand's new puppet mascot who is helping convenience store customers make satisfying snack decisions out of a myriad of options available to them. The campaign is based on the insight that Gen Z audiences are often looking for new and unique ways to express themselves. Because of this, they gravitate towards brands that empower individuality and support autonomy. The playful new mascot draws from cultural touch points that will resonate with Gen Z. "Overt marketing tactics do not resonate with Gen Z. They want unique experiences and fun ways they can shape culture and ignite trends," said Nikkie McBrayer, Sr. Director Global Platforms, f'real. "That's exactly what we gave them with the creation of Lil' Gutty." The campaign is backed by a U.S. and Canadian media plan featuring gaming partnerships with Twitch, social media influencer collabs, and a comprehensive buy across social channels. Media also includes connected TV, digital channels, and GSTV at gas station locations for point-of-purchase. The campaign is from Muhtayzik Hoffer, the brand's lead creative and media agency, and was produced by Goat Island, the agency's in-house studio. To create Lil' Gutty, the agency partnered with James Kemp, puppet builder for the iconic musical comedy, Avenue Q. In February 2022, the brand introduced The f'real SNICKERS® milkshake, joining a line-up of a dozen f'real flavors, including other popular confectionery brands. f'real locations can be found at www.freal.com/finder. f'real is a fast-growing company that designs, sells, and markets blend-it-yourself shakes and smoothies all made from honest ingredients. f'real machines can be found in more than 20,000 locations across the U.S. and Canada including convenience stores, colleges and universities, theaters, and military bases. The patented in-store blending system creates blends of delicious and authentic milkshakes, smoothies and protein shakes at the touch of a button in about a minute. As the No. 1 frozen novelty offering in convenience stores, f'real's success can be attributed to continued innovation in the category and the quality of its products. f'real foods is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rich Products Corporation and is based in Emeryville, CA. For more information, please visit freal.com or follow on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE F'real	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/13/freal-introduces-new-mascot-lil-gutty/	2022-06-13T12:44:08Z
Commitment to Advancing Care for People with Hemophilia A Demonstrated with Largest and Longest, Ongoing Clinical Development Program for any Gene Therapy in Hemophilia A European Commission Approval for Valoctocogene Roxaparvovec Expected Q3 2022 SAN RAFAEL, Calif., July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: BMRN) today announced that it presented four oral presentations and two poster presentations on valoctocogene roxaparvovec, an investigational gene therapy for the treatment of adults with severe hemophilia A, at the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) 2022 World Congress from July 9-12 in London. "With each passing year, the breadth of data supporting valoctocogene roxaparvovec increasingly demonstrate the positive impact gene therapy treatment may provide people with severe hemophilia A. These presentations at ISTH offer supportive evidence of long-term hemostatic efficacy, consistent safety results in clinical studies, efficacy from our pivotal study that is consistent with propensity scoring, the clearance of the vector, and on health-related quality of life over six years," said Hank Fuchs, M.D., President of Worldwide Research and Development at BioMarin. "We look forward to an anticipated approval of valoctocogene roxaparvovec in Europe and providing a therapy that could represent an important and valuable treatment choice for patients with severe Hemophilia A by offering the potential to reduce both the burden of the disease as well as the burden of treatment." "BioMarin continues to increase and share important data about investigational valoctocogene roxaparvovec that may be useful for patients and physicians to evaluate therapeutic options based on an individual's unique circumstances," said one of the presenters Professor Johnny Mahlangu, a study investigator and Professor in Haematology and Head of School of Pathology in the Faculty of Health Sciences of the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Presentation of these data at ISTH follows the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) adopting a positive opinion recommending conditional marketing authorization (CMA) for valoctocogene roxaparvovec for adults with severe hemophilia A. Valoctocogene roxaparvovec is the first gene therapy to be recommended for approval in Europe for hemophilia A. A final approval decision, typically consistent with the CHMP recommendation, is expected from the European Commission in Q3 2022. BioMarin's presentations at ISTH include: Oral Presentations Comparative effectiveness of valoctocogene roxaparvovec and prophylactic factor VIII replacement estimated through propensity scoring Anthony J. Hatswell, PhD, Director and Analyst, Delta Hat Limited, Nottingham, UK Sunday July 10, 2022, 3:45 PM - 4:00 PM BST Relationship between transgene-produced FVIII and bleeding rates 2 years after gene transfer with valoctocogene roxaparvovec: Results from GENEr8-1 Professor Johnny Mahlangu, Professor of Haematology and Head of School of Pathology in the Faculty of Health Sciences of the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Sunday July 10, 2022, 3:15 PM - 3:30 PM BST Hemostatic results for up to 6 years following treatment with valoctocogene roxaparvovec, an AAV5-hFVIII-SQ gene therapy for severe hemophilia A Professor Michael Laffan, faculty of Medicine, Department of Immunology and Inflammation at Imperial College London, Director of the Hammersmith Hospital Haemophilia Centre Sunday July 10, 2022, 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM BST Innate and Adaptive Immune Responses to Adeno-associated viral Gene Therapy in the Severe Hemophilia A Dog Model Paul Batty, MBBS, PhD, Associate Professor at University College London and an Honorary Consultant in Haemostasis and Thrombosis at the Katharine Dormandy Haemophilia and Thrombosis Centre (Royal Free Hospital, London, UK) Saturday, July 9, 2022, 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM BST Posters Comparability of bleeding outcomes by prophylactic FVIII replacement intensity: A post hoc analysis of a noninterventional study of men with severe hemophilia A Charlotte Camp, MSc, Associate Director, Health Economics and Outcomes Research, BioMarin Monday July 11, 2022, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM BST Blood Biodistribution and Vector Shedding of Valoctocogene Roxaparvovec in People with Severe Hemophilia A: Results from the Phase 3 GENEr8-1 Trial Suresh Agarwal, PhD, MS, RPh, Director, Clinical Pharmacology, BioMarin Sunday July 10, 2022, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM About Hemophilia A People living with hemophilia A lack sufficient functioning Factor VIII protein to help their blood clot and are at risk for painful and/or potentially life-threatening bleeds from even modest injuries. Additionally, people with the most severe form of hemophilia A (FVIII levels <1%) often experience painful, spontaneous bleeds into their muscles or joints. Individuals with the most severe form of hemophilia A make up approximately 50 percent of the hemophilia A population. People with hemophilia A with moderate (FVIII 1-5%) or mild (FVIII 5-40%) disease show a much-reduced propensity to bleed. The standard of care for individuals with severe hemophilia A is a prophylactic regimen of replacement Factor VIII infusions administered intravenously up to two to three times per week or 100 to 150 infusions per year. Despite these regimens, many people continue to experience breakthrough bleeds, resulting in progressive and debilitating joint damage, which can have a major impact on their quality of life. Hemophilia A, also called Factor VIII deficiency or classic hemophilia, is an X-linked genetic disorder caused by missing or defective Factor VIII, a clotting protein. Although it is passed down from parents to children, about 1/3 of cases are caused by a spontaneous mutation, a new mutation that was not inherited. Approximately 1 in 10,000 people have Hemophilia A. About BioMarin BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that develops and commercializes innovative therapies for people with serious and life-threatening rare diseases and medical conditions. The Company selects product candidates for diseases and conditions that represent a significant unmet medical need, have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a significant benefit over existing products. The Company's portfolio consists of seven commercial products and multiple clinical and preclinical product candidates for the treatment of various diseases. For additional information, please visit www.biomarin.com. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements about the business prospects of BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., including without limitation, statements about: the data presented at ISTH, including the four oral and two poster presentations, the development of BioMarin's valoctocogene roxaparvovec program generally, the impact of valoctocogene roxaparvovec gene therapy for treating patients with severe hemophilia A, a final approval decision for valoctocogene roxaparvovec, typically consistent with the CHMP recommendation, expected from the European Commission in Q3 2022 and the potential to transform the lives of these patients and the ongoing clinical programs generally. These forward-looking statements are predictions and involve risks and uncertainties such that actual results may differ materially from these statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among others: results and timing of current and planned preclinical studies and clinical trials of valoctocogene roxaparvovec, including final analysis of the data from these trials and the entire development program, including further assessment of safety events, any potential adverse events observed in the continuing monitoring of the patients in the clinical trials; the content and timing of decisions by the FDA, the EMA and other regulatory authorities; the content and timing of decisions by local and central ethics committees regarding the clinical trials; our ability to successfully manufacture valoctocogene roxaparvovec; and those factors detailed in BioMarin's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including, without limitation, the factors contained under the caption "Risk Factors" in BioMarin's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 as such factors may be updated by any subsequent reports. Stockholders are urged not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. BioMarin is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. BioMarin® is a registered trademark of BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. Contacts: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/11/biomarin-presents-findings-studies-valoctocogene-roxaparvovec-investigational-gene-therapy-international-society-thrombosis-haemostasis-isth-2022-congress-july-9-12-including-4-oral-2-poster-presentations/	2022-07-11T13:50:25Z
Wet weather pattern in place this week SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - We start off the week with perhaps the lowest rain chance of the week. But even so, The rain chance will hit 60% today with the majority of the storms developing in the late day, between 5-7 p.m. This pattern will repeat for the next three days with slowly increasing moisture leading to better rainfall coverage. By the end of the week, a front will sag south. This front will have a history of producing a flood risk in the deep South. When it arrives in North Florida, it will destabilize our atmosphere and funnel even more atmospheric moisture this way. Friday and Saturday rain chances will be the highest of the week. It’s calm in the tropics. Only one area in the far Atlantic has any chance for development. Over the next five days, the chance for any tropical development is 20%, if it can overcome the Sarahan dust surrounding it. Copyright 2022 WWSB. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/08/22/wet-weather-pattern-place-this-week/	2022-08-22T11:06:08Z
NEW YORK , April 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Gatos Silver, Inc. (NYSE: GATO): (a) pursuant and/or traceable to the Registration Statement issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering (the "IPO" or "Offering") conducted on or about October 28, 2020; and/or (b) between October 28, 2020 and January 25, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important April 25, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline. SO WHAT: If you purchased Gatos Silver securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Gatos Silver class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3100 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than April 25, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers. DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) the technical report for Gatos Silver's primary mine, the Cerro Los Gatos deposit, contained certain errors; (2) among other things, the mineral reserves had been overestimated by as much as 50%; and (3) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Gatos Silver's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages. To join the Gatos Silver class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3100 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact Information: Laurence Rosen, Esq. Phillip Kim, Esq. The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. 275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor New York, NY 10016 Tel: (212) 686-1060 Toll Free: (866) 767-3653 Fax: (212) 202-3827 lrosen@rosenlegal.com pkim@rosenlegal.com cases@rosenlegal.com www.rosenlegal.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Rosen Law Firm, P.A.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/04/15/gato-investor-news-rosen-leading-investor-rights-law-firm-encourages-gatos-silver-inc-investors-with-losses-excess-100k-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-securities-class-action-gato/	2022-04-16T06:59:35Z
SINGAPORE, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Xilica, a provider of collaboration products that help unlock the power of human connection, joins this year's Inavate APAC Awards 2022 as a sponsor for the Education Project category. Xilica's commitment recognises the leadership role that systems integrators have played as they help learning institutions prepare for the present and future needs of hybrid education. The ceremony takes place in Bangkok in November 2022. Xilica's sponsorship coincides with the company's business growth plans throughout Southeast Asia, which sees a new regional office in Singapore this year and the roll-out of its established Xilica One partner program across the region. Introduced in 2021, Xilica One increases channel partners' profitability and market presence with advanced sales, marketing resources and incentives that make selling Xilica's room solutions for enterprise, education and government easier than before. "Educational institutions have been quickly adapting to the new reality of hybrid work and learning," said James Knight, CEO, Xilica. "As we recap an exciting period of growth for the AV industry, sponsoring the Inavate APAC Awards is a great way to highlight the leadership role integrators have played in keeping education going throughout the pandemic, and now into the new era." "We are thrilled to welcome Xilica, one of the fastest growing brands serving the global collaboration market, as a sponsor for the Inavate APAC Awards 2022," said Hurrairah bin Sohail, managing editor, Inavate APAC. "The Inavate APAC Awards were created to celebrate the excellence and achievements of Asia Pacific's AV industry and we are honoured to have Xilica join us for this initiative. We look forward to welcoming you to the Inavate APAC Awards 2022 in Bangkok in November together with the Xilica team and the rest of our sponsors." ABOUT XILICA Xilica® creates collaboration products that help unlock the power of human connection. Built on decades of reimagining how people use technology, Xilica's solutions bridge the distance between individuals, teams, ideas and organisations — unleashing the power of understanding to transform business and society for the better. Through our focus on the enterprise, education and government markets, Xilica and its partners touch the daily lives of people in more than 100 countries. View original content: SOURCE Xilica Corporation	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/19/inavate-apac-awards-2022-announces-xilica-sponsor/	2022-05-19T14:04:42Z
PITTSBURGH, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I use motion sensors in my yard but noticed how none were able to record a video," said the inventor from Elmont, New York. "I thought of this idea to help track the activity that takes place in the yard and record the footage." He invented the patent-pending PEST DETECT, a stake-mounted outdoor sensor with accompanying cell phone app for notification of unwanted persons or animals. This would help provide an easy way of notifying a homeowner of strangers or animals present on their property and the footage could be sent to the consumer's cellular phone. Additionally, the device does not require any accessories or mounting brackets, it could be easily placed in any soft ground location. The original design was submitted to the Long Island sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-LJD-158, 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. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE InventHelp	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/21/inventhelp-inventor-develops-outdoor-video-monitor-ljd-158/	2022-06-21T18:29:01Z
CHICAGO, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tokio Marine Highland has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Insurance for the third consecutive year. The annual award by Business Insurance and Best Companies Group recognizes outstanding employers in the insurance industry who have established workplaces where employees can thrive, enjoy their work and help their companies grow. "It is a great honor to receive this award for the third year in a row," said Norman Heinrich, Chief Executive Officer. "As we mark our 60th anniversary, we celebrate all of our employees who have shaped our culture into what it is today. Our people are the reason we are one of the best places to work in the industry, and why we have earned a reputation for our expertise, our insurance solutions, and our unparalleled customer service." Tokio Marine Highland is a leading property and casualty underwriting agency that offers distinct specialty risk management solutions, including private flood, fine art, specialty property, real estate investment and lender-placed insurance. Since its founding in 1962, Tokio Marine Highland has built a rich and inclusive culture where employees are valued, empowered, and provided with the opportunities to build rewarding careers. Most importantly, the company remains driven by Tokio Marine's "To Be a Good Company" philosophy – a common mission to always do right by our customers, communities, and each other. Best Companies Group identifies winning employers by conducting a two-part assessment of each company, which includes a questionnaire completed by the employer about company policies, practices and demographics, and a confidential employee survey on engagement and satisfaction. Tokio Marine Highland's ranking and profile will be featured in the November issue of Business Insurance. Tokio Marine Highland is a leading property and casualty underwriting agency that offers distinct specialty risk management solutions, including private flood, fine art, specialty property, real estate investment and lender-placed insurance. Tokio Marine Highland also includes Precise Adjustments, a wholly owned subsidiary that provides industry-leading claims capabilities. Founded in 1962, Tokio Marine Highland (formerly WNC Insurance Services, Inc.) is a wholly owned company of Tokio Marine Kiln, one of the largest carriers in the Lloyd's of London insurance market, rated A+ by Standard & Poor's for financial strength, and a member of the Tokio Marine Group. Tokio Marine Highland has office locations in Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Irvine, CA, Miami, FL, and South Pasadena, CA. For more information, visit our website at www.tokiomarinehighland.com. Joshua Clifton Vice President, Marketing and Communications 312-736-2351 (office) 773-230-1304 (mobile) joshua.clifton@tmhighland.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Tokio Marine Highland	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/09/01/tokio-marine-highland-named-one-best-places-work-insurance/	2022-09-01T15:44:11Z
Tampa General Hospital patients needing further care at home can now continue to receive the same world-class care they experienced while in the hospital. TAMPA, Fla., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To improve the quality of home care for its patients, Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is partnering with home health agency, the Visiting Nurse Association, (VNA) to form TGH Home Care powered by VNA of Florida. The new entity will provide a full range of home care services for Tampa General patients, as well as those in the community needing home care. "Through TGH Home Care powered by VNA of Florida, patients will have the choice to remain with our network of care for the services they need while continuing to recover in the comfort of their home," said Adam Smith, executive vice president and chief ambulatory officer, Tampa General. "Staying within Tampa General means our patients can make a seamless and safer transition home. They remain our patient, which means they can more easily access the combined resources of an academic medical center and an experienced home care agency, that supports improved quality, outcomes, and overall patient experience. Adding a new service such as home care will help us move forward in achieving our vision of being the safest and most innovative academic health system in America." Home care is a variety of personal and skilled nursing care services provided in the home for patients recovering from an illness or injury or living with a chronic medical condition. TGH Home Care powered by VNA of Florida offers both in-home personal care and nursing services, including home health aides, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, chronic disease management, medical social services and more. "We have been providing home health services to Floridians since 1976, with care delivered to Tampa General patients and the surrounding communities for 26 years. Our team has a deep understanding of the diverse and complex needs that patients of a Level I Trauma Center may have," said Jennifer Crow, CEO, Visiting Nurse Association. "Our long-standing expertise and VNA's mission to serve all patients with quality home health care align perfectly with Tampa General Hospital's commitment to providing world-class care. We promise to deliver the highest level of care and we believe that our partnership will be the catalyst that creates a full circle of excellence for patients needing in-home support for their recovery." A patient's return to the comfort of their home begins at the hospital, where a TGH Home Care powered by VNA of Florida nurse meets with the patient and their family to learn about their home setting and needs for care. The nurse will directly access important information to make the patient's return home an easier process with all the services and equipment needed for recuperation. "With electronic medical record integration, our patients will receive the benefit of continuous care coordination as they work towards regaining their independence, with caregiver and family support at home. This new TGH service also offers patients access to nurse navigators who can provide ongoing support as patients progress and return to the community," said Elan Melamed, senior director ambulatory experience and operations. TGH Home Care powered by VNA of Florida services are available for patients in the community as well. TGH Home Care powered by VNA of Florida will serve all patients in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Manatee, Hardee and Highlands counties, no matter what hospital they are discharged from. Whether patients live in the Tampa Bay region, or have traveled for their care, the Visiting Nurse Association has seven locations throughout Florida which create a network for patients across the state. TGH Home Care powered by VNA of Florida began providing services June 20. For more information, visit https://www.vnaflorida.org/ or call 813-692-5969. ABOUT TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL Tampa General Hospital, a 1,041-bed not-for-profit academic medical center, is one of the largest hospitals in America and delivers world-class care as the region's only center for Level l trauma and comprehensive burn care. Tampa General Hospital is the highest-ranked hospital in the market in U.S. News & World Report's 2021-22 Best Hospitals, and one of the top four hospitals in Florida, with five specialties ranking among the best programs in the United States. The academic medical center's commitment to growing and developing its team members is recognized by two prestigious 2021 Forbes magazine rankings – America's Best Employers by State, third out of 100 Florida companies and first among health care and social organizations and 13th nationally in America's Best Employers for Women. Tampa General is the safety net hospital for the region, caring for everyone regardless of their ability to pay, and in fiscal 2020 provided a net community benefit worth more than $182.5 million in the form of health care for underinsured patients, community education, and financial support to community health organizations in Tampa Bay. It is one of the nation's busiest adult solid organ transplant centers and is the primary teaching hospital for the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. With six medical helicopters, Tampa General Hospital transports critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. Tampa General houses a nationally accredited comprehensive stroke center, and its 32-bed Neuroscience, Intensive Care Unit is the largest on the West Coast of Florida. It also is home to the Jennifer Leigh Muma 82-bed Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, and a nationally accredited rehabilitation center. Tampa General Hospital's footprint includes 17 Tampa General Medical Group Primary Care offices, TGH Family Care Center Kennedy, TGH Brandon Healthplex, TGH Virtual Health and 19 outpatient Radiology Centers. Tampa Bay residents also receive world-class care from the TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track network of clinics, and they can even receive home visits in select areas through TGH Urgent Care at Home, powered by Fast Track. As one of the largest hospitals in the country, Tampa General Hospital is the first in Florida to partner with GE Healthcare and open a clinical command center that uses artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to improve and better coordinate patient care at a lower cost. For more information, go to www.tgh.org. ABOUT VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION For over 45 years, Visiting Nurse Association of Florida (VNA) has been serving Florida communities as their trusted nonprofit home health care provider. We are a Medicare-certified agency delivering award-winning care for patients in the comfort of their own homes. VNA staff total more than 1,000 healthcare professionals, including nurses, physical, occupational and speech therapists, aides and ancillary staff. As one of the largest Florida based agencies, we have been the premier choice for residents in need of quality home health care - including patients facing a new diagnosis or illness, care following a hospitalization, post-surgical care, treatment for chronic illnesses and much more. We currently serve more than 15 counties throughout Florida and consistently rank among the elite providers by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) star rating system. With a record of health care excellence that spans over four decades, modeled after Florence Nightingale, you can trust Visiting Nurse Association of Florida to treat you and your loved one with compassion, professionalism, and respect. Media Contact: Karen Barrera Assistant Director of Communications & Partnerships (813) 844-8725 (direct) (813) 928-1603 (cell) kbarrera@tgh.org View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Tampa General Hospital	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/05/tampa-general-hospital-partners-with-visiting-nurse-association-home-health-agency-enhance-seamless-care-patients/	2022-07-05T17:42:21Z
Topeka Man celebrates 107th Birthday TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Harold Feyh kicked off his birthday weekend with a pre-birthday bash celebrating 107 years old. The bash was put on by The Legends at Capital Ridge, who were excited to celebrate their oldest resident at the facility on Friday, July 1st. Feyh was celebrated with an abundance of friends and family. Janice Bonini, Feyh’s daughter says her father enjoys being around people. “Well he loves people. He loves to talk, he loves to be with people, and he’ll go like here he’ll go out if he wants to see somebody, he’ll come out and go around and find somebody to talk to and he’s always been good about that,” Bonini says. “He doesn’t stay to himself, he’s always on the bright side.” Resident Director, at the assisted living facility, Art Milbert, says, “We talk about his farming days, back in the 30′s during the dust bowl and during the depression, what it was like and how so much how much things have changed over time, but he loves to talk about his farming and his children and we have some very good conversations”. There were balloons, cupcakes, decorations and even live music. Feyh says his morning got off to a bit of a grumpy start but the party changed that. I asked Fyeh why he was grumpy. “Well it makes me feel better, I was kinda grumpy this morning. I don’t know, I guess something I took, or something I ate maybe,” he says. Feyh says it made him feel better to see everyone come out for him, since he likes to be around people. He doesn’t have a secret to long life but, he swears by vitamins and taking apple cider vinegar every night. At 107, Feyh says he’s always happy to see another year. He will celebrate his actual birthday on July 4th. Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/07/02/topeka-man-celebrates-107th-birthday/	2022-07-02T01:02:04Z
CALGARY, AB and LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial (TSE: IMO) (NYSE American: IMO) today announced a long-term contract with Air Products (NYSE: APD) to supply low-carbon hydrogen for Imperial's proposed renewable diesel complex at its Strathcona refinery near Edmonton, Alberta. Air Products will provide pipeline supply from its hydrogen plant under construction in Edmonton. "Our agreement with Air Products is an important milestone as we progress plans to build the largest renewable diesel manufacturing facility in Canada," said Jon Wetmore, Imperial's vice president of downstream. "This project highlights Imperial's commitment to investing in a lower carbon future. We continue to progress discussions with our business partners and governments as we work toward a final investment decision in the months ahead." Imperial will use Air Products' low-carbon hydrogen to produce renewable diesel at Strathcona that substantially reduces greenhouse gas emissions relative to conventional production. The hydrogen and biofeedstock will be combined with a proprietary catalyst to produce premium low-carbon diesel fuel. Air Products is increasing overall investment in its Edmonton hydrogen facility to CAD $1.6 billion to support the Imperial contract. The additional investment by Air Products will be used to facilitate integration with Imperial's proposed project that is expected to enable further significant emissions reductions at Air Products' overall complex. Air Products will supply Strathcona with approximately 50 percent of the low-carbon hydrogen output from the 165 million standard cubic feet per day hydrogen production complex. "There is significant demand for low-carbon hydrogen, and as a first-mover, Air Products is ready to meet that demand from our Alberta Blue Hydrogen Hub," said Dr. Samir J. Serhan, chief operating officer at Air Products. "Canada is rapidly implementing an energy transition that emphasizes the use of low-carbon hydrogen, and Air Products is demonstrating that world-scale hydrogen facilities can be net-zero for carbon emissions. We continue to set the stage for a competitive, low-carbon-intensity hydrogen network, which includes increasing liquid hydrogen production capacity at our site to 35 metric tonnes per day, to provide clean hydrogen for the growing industrial and mobility markets across Canada." Imperial's renewable diesel complex is expected to produce more than 1 billion litres per year of renewable diesel from locally sourced feedstocks. First announced in August 2021, the project is anticipated to realize about 3 million tonnes per year in emissions reductions in the Canadian transportation sector, which is estimated to be the equivalent to taking more than 650,000 vehicles off the road annually. The project is projected to create about 600 direct construction jobs, along with hundreds more through investments by business partners. Third-party studies have shown renewable diesel from various non-petroleum feedstocks can provide life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions reductions of approximately 40 to 80 percent as compared to petroleum-based diesel. After more than a century, Imperial continues to be an industry leader in applying technology and innovation to responsibly develop Canada's energy resources. As Canada's largest petroleum refiner, a major producer of crude oil, a key petrochemical producer and a leading fuels marketer from coast to coast, our company remains committed to high standards across all areas of our business. Air Products (NYSE: APD) is a world-leading industrial gases company in operation for over 80 years. Focused on serving energy, environment and emerging markets, the Company provides essential industrial gases, related equipment and applications expertise to customers in dozens of industries, including refining, chemical, metals, electronics, manufacturing, and food and beverage. Air Products is also the global leader in the supply of liquefied natural gas process technology and equipment. The Company develops, engineers, builds, owns and operates some of the world's largest industrial gas projects, including: gasification projects that sustainably convert abundant natural resources into syngas for the production of high-value power, fuels and chemicals; carbon capture projects; and world-scale low- and zero-carbon hydrogen projects supporting global transportation and the energy transition. The Company had fiscal 2021 sales of $10.3 billion from operations in over 50 countries and has a current market capitalization of over $55 billion. More than 20,000 passionate, talented and committed employees from diverse backgrounds are driven by Air Products' higher purpose to create innovative solutions that benefit the environment, enhance sustainability and address the challenges facing customers, communities, and the world. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram. Cautionary statement: Statements of future events or conditions in this report, including projections, targets, expectations, estimates, and business plans are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as believe, anticipate, intend, propose, plan, project, target, estimate, expect, schedule, future, may, should, will and similar references to future periods. Forward-looking statements in this report include, but are not limited to, references to Imperial's proposed renewable diesel complex at its Strathcona refinery, including timing of a final investment decision, planned startup and production, potential emissions reductions and job creation; Imperial's commitment to the energy transition and investing in a lower carbon future; construction of Air Products' hydrogen plant, and the use of hydrogen to produce renewable diesel at Imperial's renewable diesel complex; reduction of greenhouse gas emissions relative to conventional production; Air Products' additional investment related to the hydrogen contract, including net negative emissions at its overall complex and estimated production and supply quantities; the ability for Air Products to operate a competitive, low carbon intensity hydrogen network; and third party studies regarding life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions reductions from non-petroleum feedstocks. Forward-looking statements are based on the company's current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions at the time the statements are made. Actual future financial and operating results, including expectations and assumptions concerning future energy demand, supply and mix; commodity prices, foreign exchange rates and general market conditions; project plans, timing, costs, technical evaluations and capacities, and the companies' ability to effectively execute on these plans and operate the refinery and cogeneration unit, and hydrogen complex; production rates, growth and mix across various assets; the availability of locally-sourced and grown feedstock; the adoption and impact of new facilities or technologies on capital efficiency, production and reductions to greenhouse gas emissions intensity, including Imperial's Strathcona's renewable diesel complex and Air Products' hydrogen plant in Edmonton; the amount and timing of emissions reductions; that any required support from policymakers and other stakeholders for various new technologies will be provided; applicable laws and government policies, including taxation, restrictions in response to COVID-19 and with respect to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions reductions; receipt of regulatory approvals; performance of third-party service providers; capital and environmental expenditures; and evolution of COVID-19 and its impacts on Imperial's ability to operate its assets could differ materially depending on a number of factors. These factors include global, regional or local changes in supply and demand for oil, natural gas, petroleum and petrochemical products, feedstocks and other market or economic conditions and resulting demand, price, differential and margin impacts; the results of research programs and new technologies, including with respect to greenhouse gas emissions, the ability to bring new technologies to commercial scale on a cost-competitive basis, and the competitiveness of alternative energy and other emission reduction technologies; the receipt, in a timely manner, of regulatory and third-party approvals; project management and schedules and timely completion of projects; availability and allocation of capital; failure or delay of supportive policy and market development for emerging lower emission energy technologies; environmental regulation, including climate change and greenhouse gas regulation and changes to such regulation; environmental risks inherent in oil and gas activities; availability and performance of third-party service providers, including in light of restrictions related to COVID-19; political or regulatory events, including changes in law or government policy, applicable royalty rates, tax laws, and actions in response to COVID-19; third-party opposition to company and service provider operations, projects and infrastructure; unexpected technological developments; unanticipated technical or operational difficulties; management effectiveness and disaster response preparedness, including business continuity plans in response to COVID-19; general economic conditions, including the occurrence and duration of economic recessions; and other factors discussed in the companies' risk factors and management discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations in their most recent annual report on Form 10-K. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, some that are similar to other oil and gas and energy companies and some that are unique to Imperial Oil Limited and Air Products. The companies' actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by its forward-looking statements and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on them. The companies undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained herein, except as required by applicable law. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements: This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on management's expectations and assumptions as of the date of this release and are not guarantees of future performance. While forward-looking statements are made in good faith and based on assumptions, expectations and projections that management believes are reasonable based on currently available information, actual performance and financial results may differ materially from projections and estimates expressed in the forward-looking statements because of many factors, including risk factors described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021. Except as required by law, we disclaim any obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the assumptions, beliefs or expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances upon which any such forward-looking statements are based. View original content: SOURCE Air Products	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/09/06/imperial-advances-renewable-diesel-plans-awards-hydrogen-contract-air-products/	2022-09-06T13:03:46Z
PITTSBURGH, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "As a RN, I constantly hear IV's beeping and I would have to stop what I'm doing and go in the patients' room to stop the beeping.", said an inventor from Palm Bay, Fla. "This usually occurs when the patient is using their arm such as holding a phone, eating, or when an arm is bent." The patent-pending BEEP NO MORE doesn't require any adhesive that sticks to the skin, which could cause rashes due to someone having allergies to adhesive. Also, it can easily be removed and replaced using the same unit when having to adjust or replace the IV. The device ensures that the IV line is open so that the patient receives the full amount of fluids or medications. It could provide added comfort for patients while also providing a practical and convenient product for nurses and other healthcare providers. The inventor created a prototype. The original design was submitted to the Orlando sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-ORC-150, 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. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE InventHelp	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/27/inventhelp-inventor-develops-device-stop-an-iv-line-beeping-orc-150/	2022-05-27T16:45:32Z
Report finds flaws in Minnesota state law enforcement response to George Floyd protests in 2020 By Omar Jimenez, CNN An independent report commissioned by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety detailed multiple breakdowns in procedure and “inadequate coordination” at times during the protests and violence that followed the death of George Floyd in May 2020. The report also found that state law enforcement used tactics that were often perceived as escalating the situation, law enforcement allegedly unlawfully arrested journalists, participating law enforcement agencies followed different training and rules of engagement that at times counteracted each other, and “on several occasions” law enforcement did not successfully differentiate between lawful and unlawful protestors. The report was conducted by Wilder Research, a Minnesota-based research group contracted by the state to “conduct an independent, external review of the State’s response to the civil unrest and rioting.” The findings were publicly released in a 129-page report Thursday. The purpose of the state-commissioned review was not only to find out “What the state did well and did not do well” during the unrest, but also to provide recommendations for how to better deal with similar circumstances in the future. Miscommunication and escalation In regard to working with the Minneapolis Police Department, a portion of the report read, “A state official recalled, ‘we would be trying to implement containment, and then they would come through and just disperse everybody. So we were basically working against each other.’ This resulted in a reluctance to share resources and work in a unified way to address public safety.” The report continued, “A state official reported, ‘I recognized other behaviors that were concerning to me like the MPD’s use of chemical munitions. When they came to me and asked for additional chemical munitions, because they were running out, I told them no. I wasn’t willing to do that because I didn’t feel like their use of it was judicious and appropriate.'” It was state law enforcement, however, that arrested the CNN crew reporting on the morning of May 29, 2020, in Minneapolis. In one area of improvement listed in the report, it said that “law enforcement allegedly unlawfully detained, arrested, or inappropriately used crowd dispersal methods on journalists.” “There were several instances of journalists alleging they were being exposed to irritant or inflammatory agents, often referred to as tear gas, and other crowd dispersal methods and were wrongfully detained or arrested by law enforcement (it is unclear if it was state or local jurisdictions) despite displaying legitimate media credentials,” the report read. One “media representative” cited as part of the report said, “They would arrest people who were clearly identified as established media. We’re not talking about fringe, blogger media. We’re talking about established [media outlets].” Regarding coordination, part of the report read, “Both state-level officials and MPD representatives expressed frustration at the lack of communication between leadership at the MACC [Multi-Agency Command Center] and Minneapolis’ emergency operations center.” “This led to several challenges, including the initial use of competing law enforcement strategies,” it continued. Another major “area of improvement” named by the report was state tactics that were “often perceived as escalating.” “The State Law Enforcement’s actions on the ground during the unrest were largely viewed as antagonistic, unhelpful, and counterproductive to bringing about calm and community safety,” according to “the majority of community members and business owners who participated in this review.” The report contained several recommendations to improve the state’s response to future civil unrest. On the issue of escalation, part of the report read, “Riot gear and less lethal munitions should not be visible to protestors unless law enforcement officers are under imminent threat and intend to use these weapons against the crowd. DPS should discourage law enforcement from donning riot gear unless the safety of responders is in jeopardy.” “A show of force by law enforcement can incite fear and aggression among protestors,” it continued. Among all the recommendations, there were three deemed “critical”: strengthening multi-agency coordination systems, improving coordination and relationships with local jurisdictions and the media, and leading efforts to address tensions between law enforcement agencies and communities through intentional trust-building efforts, education, and police accountability and transformation. The wide-ranging report also noted strengths in the response from the state to the unrest, including that the State Patrol, the Minnesota National Guard, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources mobilized quickly and worked with other agencies effectively to protect critical infrastructure and human life, included elected officials in briefings, enforced effective curfews “despite being controversial,” and more. Agencies are reviewing report In response to the report, Minnesota Commissioner of Public Safety John Harrington wrote a letter Wednesday to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz that read in part, “The Department of Public Safety is committed to a culture of continuous improvement. In addition to the findings of this report, other external reviews, and our internal after-action findings, we are committed to community discussions and meetings with Wilder to review the findings and continue to find ways to improve and build trust.” Harrington also wrote that the department will “continue to push forward a community-based public safety approach in all our work as well as legislative proposals this session. Our work is not done.” The City of Minneapolis is reviewing the report, Sarah McKenzie, a spokesperson for the City of Minneapolis, wrote to CNN. “The City is also focused on implementing recommendations from the after-action report by Hillard Heintz, which was presented to the City Council earlier this month. The City hired the security risk management firm to review the City’s response to civil unrest following the murder of George Floyd,” it continued. The report by security risk management firm Hillard Heintz — published on March 7 — found widespread chaos and poor communication among city leaders that contributed to an unorganized police response to the violent unrest that later spread across the country. The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved.	https://localnews8.com/news/national-world/cnn-national/2022/03/31/report-finds-flaws-in-minnesota-state-law-enforcement-response-to-george-floyd-protests-in-2020/	2022-04-01T04:17:58Z
Deal marks fourth investment from Pharos Fund IV, focused on value-based care DALLAS and NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pharos Capital Group, LLC ("Pharos"), a middle-market private equity firm based in Dallas and Nashville, announced today it has made a significant investment in Renal Care 360° (or the "Company"), a comprehensive nephrology practice and chronic care management company founded by accomplished renal care entrepreneur Joe Cashia. Renal Care 360° partners with health systems, physician groups and local communities to provide enhanced community healthcare management services with a primary focus on patients in underserved, rural communities. Pharos's investment, along with additional equity investment from the Company's founding shareholders, will be used to support continued growth of the Company's RC360° Connected Care Program, geographic expansion through acquisitions, and development of value-based care programs. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Renal Care 360° has developed a unique model centered on early detection of unidentified chronic conditions using proprietary data analytics. Once medical conditions are identified, the Company offers early interventions through its affiliated physician practices with personalized education, real-time engagement, local and virtual clinic options, and dedicated care coordination to slow disease progression and improve outcomes for chronic kidney disease ("CKD"), end stage kidney disease ("ESKD"), and other co-morbidities. Renal Care 360° is also raising awareness and improving education of kidney disease in areas most impacted by inequities in access to care, enabling its health system and physician group partners to proactively engage and care for their patients. Jim Phillips, a Partner at Pharos, said, "With the nationwide push to reform kidney care through deeper engagement of the population's most vulnerable CKD and ESKD patients, we have observed Renal Care 360°'s use of machine learning to early-identify and intervene with comprehensive, compassionate care to be a uniquely impactful model. Their specialized approach helps to slow disease progression, prevent unnecessary hospital admissions, enable physician and health system partners to continuously engage with their patients, and dramatically improve patient experiences and outcomes. We are thrilled to be partnering with a management team whose longstanding dedication to kidney care, physician practice management, home health, and population health is only rivaled by their passion to meaningfully improve and prolong the lives of many thousands of patients who may otherwise slip through the cracks." Renal Care 360° founder Joe Cashia will continue to lead the Company as Chairman and CEO. Mr. Cashia is a 35-plus-year veteran of the healthcare industry with deep experience across the continuum of kidney care who has partnered with physicians and hospitals across the country and has created, acquired, and managed more than 1,000 healthcare centers. Previously serving as CEO of National Renal Alliance, Vivere Health, and Ascend Health Care Services and in various Board roles, Mr. Cashia has extensive experience in scaling complex healthcare service organizations with a deep appreciation for the importance of partnering with physician leaders and clinicians to drive value-based care initiatives and improve patient outcomes. Mr. Cashia noted, "We are pleased to bring in such an experienced, healthcare-focused partner to help Renal Care 360° rapidly expand its care model to touch the lives of as many patients as possible. Pharos's dedication to bridging inequities in care, demonstrated by their proven track record guiding value-based healthcare organizations, will be invaluable as we grow our clinic footprint, scale chronic care management infrastructure to meet the overwhelming market need, and work with health systems and payors to align incentives around optimization of patient outcomes to generate transformational cost savings to the system." This marks the fourth investment from Pharos's latest flagship fund, Pharos Capital Partners IV, L.P., investing alongside its parallel fund, Pharos Capital Partners IV-A, L.P., a licensed Rural Business Investment Company. The funds will continue Pharos's mission of lowering costs, improving outcomes, and expanding access to care, particularly within underserved rural communities. About Renal Care 360° Renal Care 360º is a comprehensive nephrology practice and chronic care management company partnering with health systems, physician groups and local communities to provide enhanced community healthcare management services. Renal Care 360°'s Connected Care Program partners with PCPs, nephrologists, and other physician groups to augment existing services by providing patients with a customized care coordination and education program based on the patient's health needs. In addition to contracted chronic care management services, Renal Care 360° intends to acquire nephrology practices that share a passion to transform kidney care through early detection and deep patient engagement with comprehensive care management. For business development opportunities with Renal Care 360°, please contact Molly Braun at 985-264-4074 or mbraun@renalcare360.com. About Pharos Capital Group Based in Dallas and Nashville, Pharos Capital Group (www.pharosfunds.com) is a physician-founded investment firm focused on growing healthcare companies that aim to lower the total cost of care, improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare inequalities in underserved markets, especially within urban and rural communities. Since inception, Pharos has invested in 58 companies and has over $1.2 billion of private equity assets under management as of June 30, 2022. Pharos typically invests $25-$50 million in rapidly growing middle market companies seeking later stage funding for internal growth, acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, management buyouts, or recapitalizations across healthcare sectors. For business development opportunities with Pharos Capital Group, please contact Adam Persiani at 214-740-7003 or apersiani@pharosfunds.com. Contact Jennifer Hurson 845-507-0571 jhurson@lambert.com View original content: SOURCE Pharos Capital Group	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/09/12/pharos-capital-invests-renal-care-360-capitalizes-new-chronic-kidney-care-management-platform/	2022-09-12T12:16:30Z
TOKYO (AP) — People in a southwestern Japanese city have come under attack from monkeys that are trying to snatch babies, biting and clawing at flesh, and sneaking into nursery schools. The attacks — on 58 people since July 8 — are getting so bad Yamaguchi city hall hired a special unit to hunt the animals with tranquilizer guns. The monkeys aren’t interested in food, so traps haven’t worked. They have targeted mostly children and the elderly. “They are so smart, and they tend to sneak up and attack from behind, often grabbing at your legs,” city official Masato Saito said Wednesday. When confronted by a monkey, the instructions are: Do not look them in the eye, make yourself look as big as possible, such as by spreading open your coat, then back away as quietly as possible without making sudden moves, according to Saito. A woman was assaulted by a monkey while hanging laundry on her veranda. Another victim showed bandaged toes. They were taken aback and frightened by how big and fat the monkeys were. The monkeys terrorizing the community are Japanese macaque, the kind often pictured peacefully bathing in hot springs. One male monkey, measuring 49 centimeters (1.6 foot) in height and weighing 7 kilograms (15 pounds), was caught Tuesday by the team with the tranquilizer gun. It was judged by various evidence to be one of the attacking monkeys and put to death. But more attacks were reported after the capture. No one has been seriously injured so far. But all have been advised to get hospital treatment. Ambulances were called in some cases. Although Japan is industrialized and urban, a fair portion of land in the archipelago is mountains and forests. Rare attacks on people by a bear, boars or other wildlife have occurred, but generally not by monkeys. No one seems to know why the attacks have occurred, and where exactly the troop of monkeys came from remains unclear. “I have never seen anything like this my entire life,” Saito said. ___ Yuri Kageyama is on Twitter https://twitter.com/yurikageyama	https://cw33.com/strange-news/ap-strange-news/japanese-city-alarmed-by-biting-clawing-attacking-monkeys/	2022-07-28T08:15:12Z
NEW YORK (AP) — The three major U.S. banking regulators said Thursday they a plan to rewrite much of the outdated regulations tied to a decades-old banking law designed to encourage lending to the poor and racial minorities in the areas where banks have branches. The stated aim of the overhaul of the Community Reinvestment Act by the Federal Reserve, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. is to “strengthen and modernize” the law and end years of uncertainty about its regulations for both the banking industry and advocates for traditionally underserved communities. The Community Reinvestment Act was passed in 1977 to address redlining — a racist practice used by the financial industry to avoid lending to certain neighborhoods. Redlining still happens to this day, with banks large and small avoiding lending to low- income areas, even though they take money from those neighborhoods through deposits. When the CRA was enacted, bank branches were one of the few ways to measure a bank’s presence in a community. The law was last revised in the mid-1990s, when online banking was in its infancy. But there are now banks that have zero physical branches, making it more difficult to measure what constitutes a bank’s presence in a community under the law. Under the current law, banks are assessed on how well they lend where they are physically located. That has led to a large amount of community reinvestment dollars flowing into places like Salt Lake City, a popular place for digital banks to headquarter their operations, while neglecting cities where these banks might actually be making their loans. In addition, the law rewards banks that make mortgages and small-business loans in their communities but is murky about what other types of loans or activities can count as community reinvestment. “It has been 27 years since the government made a meaningful effort to keep Community Reinvestment Act rules up to date with the convulsions of technology, financial industry consolidation and other key changes to how Americans work and live,” said Jesse Van Tol, president of the National Community Reinvestment Coalition, an umbrella group for local groups who use CRA to push banks to do more types of low-income lending. “We’ve seen how much harm such lags can do as economic chasms of race and class have persisted and even expanded,” he said in a statement. While banks and community groups agreed an overhaul was needed, the three bank regulators were unable to agree on how to overhaul the regulations. Under the Trump administration, the Comptroller of the Currency made its own proposal on how to rewrite the CRA. The proposal was not accepted by the Fed or FDIC, and was scrapped in the early days of the Biden administration. “The CRA is one of our most important tools to improve financial inclusion in communities across America, so it is critical to get reform right,” said Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard, in a statement. The biggest focus of the new CRA regulations would be to address banks that lend nationally but do not have branches, like SoFi or Goldman Sachs’ Marcus division. These companies would now have to comply with CRA regulations even though they do not generally take in deposits from local communities. Traditional banks, which have long felt competitive pressure from non-branch banks and non-bank mortgage lenders, welcomed the new proposal. The increased certainty on what will and will not count toward CRA compliance is also being considered a positive development. “We’re pleased to see the proposal focus on providing banks with the clarity, consistency, and transparency necessary to continue delivering on CRA’s important mission for years to come,” said Richard Hunt, president of the Community Bankers Association, an industry and lobby group for the larger retail banks. Banks get tested how well they comply with the CRA every three years. While banks don’t face any stiff fines for failing a CRA exam, a bank that does not pass will not typically get approval to do mergers or further grow its operations. The new proposal will go into a public comment period this summer, and will be revised, and likely will be finalized later this year.	https://cw33.com/business/ap-business/bank-regulators-overhaul-low-income-racial-lending-rules/	2022-05-05T22:47:35Z
Services for Luis “Luigi” Miguel Castillo, 20, of Temple will be 2 p.m. Saturday, July 16, at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. Mr. Castillo died Sunday, June 19, in Goldthwaite. He was born Nov. 4, 2001, in Brownwood to Serjio Castillo and Graciela Castaneda. He married Alexus Christine Mendoza Castillo. He was preceded in death by a son, Luis Miguel Castillo Jr. Survivors include his wife; and a son, Luis Miguel Castillo Jr. II.	https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_d81d43a4-ffca-11ec-a5b2-032c0c92bbf2.html	2022-07-10T06:49:43Z
DALLAS, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce the arrival of K. Scott Sloan as an associate in the firm's Dallas office. "We are pleased to add Scott to the team and know that his experience in the real estate industry will increase our team's capacity to meet the growing needs of our clients," said Bradley Dallas Office Managing Partner Richard A. Sayles. Mr. Sloan is a member of Bradley's Real Estate Practice Group, focusing on real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development, financing and leasing. He regularly collaborates with developers, owners and lenders as they navigate a variety of transactions. Mr. Sloan also represents REITs, developers, private equity firms and other financial institutions in their capacities as sellers, purchasers, landlords, tenants, lenders and owners in real estate transactions. A graduate of the Texas A&M University School of Law, Mr. Sloan received his B.E. from Vanderbilt University. He is a member of the Texas Real Estate Council and the Dallas Bar Association. With the addition of Mr. Sloan, Bradley's Dallas office has more than tripled in size over the last three years, growing into a full-service office with particular strength in its litigation, finance, corporate, government enforcement, fintech and emerging business practice areas. The firm now has more than 50 lawyers located across its offices in Dallas and Houston and has more than 70 lawyers licensed in the state, which is part of Bradley's strategic plan to prioritize high-quality, high-value legal services for its clients in Texas and beyond. About Bradley Bradley combines skilled legal counsel with exceptional client service and unwavering integrity to assist a diverse range of corporate and individual clients in achieving their business goals. With offices in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and the District of Columbia, the firm's almost 600 lawyers represent regional, national and international clients in various industries, including banking and financial services, construction, energy, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, real estate, and technology, among many others. Contact: Vivian Hood 904.220.1915 vhood@jaffepr.com Social Media: @bradleylegal, #legalnews, #lawyers View original content: SOURCE Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/07/13/bradley-welcomes-real-estate-associate-k-scott-sloan-dallas-office/	2022-07-13T20:36:33Z
Total passenger traffic in 1Q22 increased 8.8% 1Q19 pre-pandemic levels MEXICO CITY, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: ASR; BMV: ASUR) (ASUR), a leading international airport group with operations in Mexico, the U.S., and Colombia, today announced results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2021. 1Q22 Highlights1 - Total passenger traffic increased 71.4% year over year (YoY), reflecting the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, which had affected travel demand since mid-March 2020, and exceeded 1Q19 levels by 8.8%. By country of operations, 1Q22 passenger traffic showed the following recoveries compared to 1Q19 levels: - Revenues increased 87.1% YoY to Ps.5,425.8 million and by 32.3% when compared to 1Q19. Excluding construction revenues, revenues increased 91.2% YoY and 31.2% against 1Q19. - Consolidated commercial revenues per passenger were Ps.120.9 in 1Q22. - Consolidated EBITDA increased 130.8% YoY to Ps.3,676.3 million and 38.1% compared to 1Q19. - Adjusted EBITDA Margin (excluding the effect of IFRIC 12) increased to 71.0%, from 58.8% in 1Q21 and 67.5% in 1Q19. - Cash & cash equivalents of Ps.9,962.2 million at quarter-end and Net Debt-to-LTM EBITDA at 0.3x. - Principal debt payments of Ps.52.3 million, or approximately 0.4% of Total Debt, mature in 2Q22, while Ps.401.6 million, or 3.0% of Total Debt, mature in the remainder of 2022. - Subsequent to quarter-end, on April 20, 2022, ASUR´s Shareholders approved an ordinary and extraordinary net cash dividend of Ps.9.03 and Ps.6.00 for each of the ordinary "B" and "BB" Series shares. 1 Unless otherwise stated, all financial figures discussed in this announcement are unaudited, prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and represent comparisons between the three-month periods ended March 31, 2022, and the equivalent three-month periods ended March 31, 2021. All figures in this report are expressed in Mexican pesos, unless otherwise noted. Tables state figures in thousands of Mexican pesos, unless otherwise noted. Passenger figures for Mexico and Colombia exclude transit and general aviation passengers, unless otherwise noted. Commercial revenues include revenues from non-permanent ground transportation and parking lots. All U.S. dollar figures are calculated at the exchange rate of US$1.00 = Mexican Ps.19.9112 (source: Diario Oficial de la Federación de México), while Colombian peso figures are calculated at the exchange rate of COP189.4100 = Mexican Ps.1.00 (source: Investing). Definitions for EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin, Majority Net Income can be found on page 17 of this report. 1Q22 Earnings Call Date & Time: Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 10:00 AM US ET; 9:00 AM CT Dial-in: 1-888-254-3590 (Toll-Free US & Canada) and 1-323-794-2551 (International & Mexico) Access Code: 9772203. Replay: Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 1:00 PM US ET, ending at 11:59 PM US ET on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. Dial-in number: 1-844-512-2921 (Toll-Free US & Canada); 1-412-317-6671 (International & Mexico). Access Code: 9772203 For a full version of ASUR's First Quarter 2022 Earnings Release, please visit: http://www.asur.com.mx/en/investor-relations/financial-information.html Definitions Concession Services Agreements (IFRIC 12 interpretation). In Mexico and Puerto Rico, ASUR is required by IFRIC 12 to include in its income statement an income line, "Construction Revenues," reflecting the revenue from construction or improvements to concessioned assets made during the relevant period. The same amount is recognized under the expense line "Construction Costs" because ASUR hires third parties to provide construction services. Because equal amounts of Construction Revenues and Construction Costs have been included in ASUR's income statement as a result of the application of IFRIC 12, the amount of Construction Revenues does not have an impact on EBITDA, but it does have an impact on EBITDA Margin. In Colombia, "Construction Revenues" include the recognition of the revenue to which the concessionaire is entitled for carrying out the infrastructure works in the development of the concession, while "Construction Costs" represents the actual costs incurred in the execution of such additions or improvements to the concessioned assets. Majority Net Income reflects ASUR's equity interests in each of its subsidiaries and therefore excludes the 40% interest in Aerostar that is owned by other shareholders. Other than Aerostar, ASUR owns (directly or indirectly) 100% of its subsidiaries. EBITDA means net income before provision for taxes, deferred taxes, profit sharing, non-ordinary items, participation in the results of associates, comprehensive financing cost, and depreciation and amortization. EBITDA should not be considered as an alternative to net income, as an indicator of our operating performance or as an alternative to cash flow as an indicator of liquidity. Our management believes that EBITDA provides a useful measure that is widely used by investors and analysts to evaluate our performance and compare it with other companies. EBITDA is not defined under U.S. GAAP or IFRS and may be calculated differently by different companies. Adjusted EBITDA Margin is calculated by dividing EBITDA by total revenues excluding construction services revenues for Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Colombia and excludes the effect of IFRIC 12 with respect to the construction or improvements to concessioned assets. ASUR is required by IFRIC 12 to include in its income statement an income line reflecting the revenue from construction or improvements to concessioned assets made during the relevant period. The same amount is recognized under the expense line "Construction Costs" because ASUR hires third parties to provide construction services. In Mexico and Puerto Rico, because equal amounts of Construction Revenues and Construction Costs have been included in ASUR's income statement as a result of the application of IFRIC 12, the amount of Construction Revenues does not have an impact on EBITDA, but it does have an impact on EBITDA Margin, as the increase in revenues that relates to Construction Revenues does not result in a corresponding increase in EBITDA. In Colombia, construction revenues do have an impact on EBITDA, as construction revenues include a reasonable margin over the actual cost of construction. Like EBITDA Margin, Adjusted EBITDA Margin should not be considered as an indicator of our operating performance or as an alternative to cash flow as an indicator of liquidity and is not defined under U.S. GAAP or IFRS and may be calculated differently by different companies. About ASUR Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste, S.A.B. de C.V. (ASUR) is a leading international airport operator with a portfolio of concessions to operate, maintain, and develop 16 airports in the Americas. These comprise nine airports in southeast Mexico, including Cancun Airport, the most important tourist destination in Mexico, the Caribbean, and Latin America, and six airports in northern Colombia, including José María Córdova International Airport (Rionegro), the second busiest airport in Colombia. ASUR is also a 60% JV partner in Aerostar Airport Holdings, LLC, operator of the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport serving the capital of Puerto Rico, San Juan. San Juan's Airport is the island's primary gateway for international and mainland-US destinations and was the first and currently the only major airport in the US to have successfully completed a public–private partnership under the FAA Pilot Program. Headquartered in Mexico, ASUR is listed both on the Mexican Bolsa, where it trades under the symbol ASUR, and on the NYSE in the U.S., where it trades under the symbol ASR. One ADS represents ten (10) series B shares. For more information, visit www.asur.com.mx Analyst Coverage In accordance with Mexican Stock Exchange Internal Rules Article 4.033.01, ASUR reports that the stock is covered by the following broker-dealers: Actinver Casa de Bolsa, Banorte, Barclays, BBVA Bancomer, BofA Merrill Lynch, Bradesco, BTG Pactual, Citi Global Markets, Credit Suisse, GBM Grupo Bursatil, Goldman Sachs, HSBC Securities, Insight Investment Research, Itau BBA Securities, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Nau Securities, Punto Research Santander, Scotiabank, UBS Casa de Bolsa and Vector. Please note that any opinions, estimates or forecasts regarding the performance of ASUR issued by these analysts reflect their own views, and therefore do not represent the opinions, estimates or forecasts of ASUR or its management. Although ASUR may refer to or distribute such statements, this does not imply that ASUR agrees with or endorses any information, conclusions or recommendations included therein. Forward Looking Statements Some of the statements contained in this press release discuss future expectations or state other forward-looking information. Those statements are subject to risks identified in this press release and in ASUR's filings with the SEC. Actual developments could differ significantly from those contemplated in these forward-looking statements. In particular, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global economic conditions and the travel industry, as well as on the business and results of operations of the Company in particular, is expected to be material, and, as conditions are changing rapidly, is difficult to predict. The forward-looking information is based on various factors and was derived using numerous assumptions. Our forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and, except as may be required by applicable law, we do not have an obligation to update or revise them, whether as a result of new information, future or otherwise. 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CHANHASSEN, Minn., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. ("Life Time," "we," "our," "us," or the "Company") (NYSE: LTH) today announced that Donna Coallier has been appointed to serve on its Board of Directors effective July 1, 2022. Additionally, Ms. Coallier will serve on the Company's Audit Committee beginning August 15, 2022. To this position, Ms. Coallier brings significant experience in finance, accounting and strategy having served as a partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers ("PwC"), a multinational professional services and accounting firm, from 1998 to 2017. While with PwC, Ms. Coallier was as an accounting consultant and lead assurance partner for clients. She also oversaw several business units, functions and special project teams, most recently leading the Retail and Consumer Products sector for the Global Capital Allocation Services and Valuation practices. Since 2019, Ms. Coallier has served as Trustee and Board of Health President for the Township of South Orange Village, New Jersey, and lead Trustee for the Township's Community Care & Justice program, which engages community members in designing and traveling their own wellness journeys, since its inception in 2020. Prior to PwC, Ms. Coallier held roles at the Securities and Exchange Commission, Coopers & Lybrand, and Grant Thornton. Commenting on Ms. Coallier's appointment, Life Time Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Bahram Akradi, said, "Donna's finance and accounting expertise, paired with her extensive experience in advising companies, makes her a highly-qualified addition to our Board and Audit Committee. I'm very excited to have her join our Board and lend her expertise as we continue to deliver the best healthy way of life destinations, programs and experiences to our members." With the addition of Ms. Coallier, Life Time's Board will have 12 members. Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of nearly 160 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada. The Company's healthy way of life communities address all aspects of healthy living, healthy aging and healthy entertainment for those 90 days to 90+ years with integrity and respect for everyone. With a team of more than 30,000, Life Time is committed to providing the best programs and experiences through its athletic country clubs, iconic athletic events and via a complementary and comprehensive digital platform. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Life Time Group Holdings, Inc.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/29/life-time-appoints-donna-coallier-board-directors/	2022-06-29T21:16:02Z
SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Coupa Software (NASDAQ: COUP) announced that it will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss its fiscal second quarter 2023 financial results on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time). The live webcast of the earnings call can be accessed at the Coupa Investor Relations website (http://investors.coupa.com). A replay of the webcast will be available through the same link following the completion of the conference call. The earnings release will be accessible at the Coupa Investor Relations website prior to the conference call. Coupa is the cloud-based Business Spend Management (BSM) platform that unifies processes across supply chain, procurement, and finance functions. Coupa empowers organizations around the world to maximize value and operationalize purpose through their business spend. To learn more about Coupa, visit www.coupa.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Coupa Software	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/04/coupa-software-announces-date-fiscal-second-quarter-2023-financial-results-conference-call/	2022-08-04T15:02:34Z
NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Okta, Inc. (NASDAQ: OKTA) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws. Class Period: March 5, 2021 to March 22, 2022 Lead Plaintiff Deadline: July 19, 2022 No obligation or cost to you. Learn more about your recoverable losses in OKTA: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/okta-inc-loss-submission-form?id=28441&from=4 Okta, Inc. NEWS - OKTA NEWS CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Okta, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Okta had inadequate cybersecurity controls; (ii) as a result, Okta's systems were vulnerable to data breaches; (iii) Okta ultimately did experience a data breach caused by a hacking group, which potentially affected hundreds of Okta customers; (iv) Okta initially did not disclose and subsequently downplayed the severity of the data breach; (v) all the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to have a material negative impact on Okta's business, financial condition, and reputation; and (vi) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. WHAT THIS MEANS TO YOU AS A SHAREHOLDER: If you have suffered a loss in Okta you have until July 19, 2022 to petition the court for lead plaintiff status. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff. NO COST TO YOU: If you purchased Okta securities during the relevant period, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket fees. HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL INTERESTS: For additional information about the OKTA lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/okta-inc-loss-submission-form?id=28441&from=4. ABOUT KLEIN LAW FIRM J. Klein, Esq. represents investors and participates in securities litigations involving financial fraud throughout the nation. The Klein Law Firm is a boutique litigation firm with experience in a wide range of areas including securities law, corporate finance and commercial litigation. Since 2011, our experienced attorneys have achieved superior results for our clients with a personalized focus. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. CONTACT: J. Klein, Esq. Empire State Building 350 Fifth Avenue 59th Floor New York, NY 10118 jk@kleinstocklaw.com Telephone: (212) 616-4899 www.kleinstocklaw.com View original content: SOURCE The Klein Law Firm	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/14/okta-alert-klein-law-firm-announces-lead-plaintiff-deadline-july-19-2022-class-action-filed-behalf-okta-inc-shareholders/	2022-06-14T11:19:22Z
/PRNewswire/ -- IMAGE Studios®, a leader in the salon and spa studio space, has opened its latest location, surging into New Jersey! Washington Township has opened its doors, built by IMAGE Owner, Sean Knapp. IMAGE is a nationwide franchise with a luxury real estate model that is revolutionizing the future of the salon industry by empowering entrepreneurs in the franchising world as well as the beauty, health, and wellness industries. Founder and CEO, Jason Olsen, commented, "Washington Township is an amazing example of how we create modern, high-end salon spaces at affordable rates for salon professionals - this makes it possible for professionals to become successful entrepreneurs. The unprecedented growth at IMAGE has been amazing and we are ecstatic to be opening 5 locations this year in the great state of New Jersey." IMAGE Studios® has begun their incredibly large rollout of locations across New Jersey. IMAGE Owner, Sean Knapp celebrated, "IMAGE Studios® is the best in coworking salon suites and continues to roll out next level locations with high end designs that are affordable for salon professionals. We are extremely proud and excited to be beginning IMAGE Studios® development in New Jersey and open in Washington Township." There are currently 190 IMAGE Studios® Salon Suites in development throughout the US and this number increases month over month. IMAGE Studios® is an exclusive salon suite that creates modern, high-end salon suites at affordable rates for salon professionals – this makes it possible for salon professionals to easily launch their new business and become successful entrepreneurs. IMAGE Studios® provides this unique opportunity by bringing together like-minded professionals under one roof, along with the guidance of mentors who are invested in the success of their business owners. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Image Studios	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/04/image-studios-salon-suites-are-blasting-into-new-jersey-with-their-newest-location/	2022-08-04T18:03:01Z
OneCare Media acquires Michael J. Breus, PhD website TheSleepDoctor.com SEATTLE, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OneCare Media announced today the acquisition of TheSleepDoctor.com, expanding their portfolio of sleep and health properties online. Michael J. Breus, known as The Sleep Doctor, is one of the most well-known sleep experts in the world, as well as one of the most sourced Doctors in sleep. Breus will continue to represent The Sleep Doctor in media appearances and otherwise, as well as help advise OCM as they continue to expand their footprint and offerings in the world of sleep as their Chief Sleep Officer. He will lend his knowledge and expertise of the sleep space. In addition to growing The Sleep Doctor, Breus will help with work OneCare will be doing as a company across the world of sleep, cementing their foothold in the space. "We're excited to bring somebody of Michael's caliber on board." Bill Fish, President of OneCare Media said, "Dr. Breus is the premiere expert on sleep. The Sleep Doctor will continue to help millions of people get a better night's rest. With our reach and in house expertise with regard to sleep health and product reviews, we hope to scale what Dr. Breus has built to help his expertise reach even more users." TheSleepDoctor.com offers resources like free quizzes, sleep tips, product reviews, and insights from Dr. Breus' unique expertise in the world of sleep. "I am thrilled to announce that I will be joining the team at OneCare." Dr. Breus said, "I feel incredibly fortunate to have found a company that understands, respects, and already contributes to the vision: to help everyone get a better night's sleep. In this new partnership we plan to take sleep to the next level…Not only will everyone continue to get the amazing content, industry knowledge and opinions of The Sleep Doctor, but we'll also be leveraging the expertise of the OneCare team. I feel fortunate that I get to help people with their sleep every day. I'm stoked to combine forces [with OneCare], and see if we can help even more people, sleep and heal." About The Sleep Doctor, Michael J. Breus (Ph.D) Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is one of only 168 psychologists in the world to have passed the Sleep Medical Speciality board without going to Medical School. Dr. Michael Breus was recently named the Top Sleep Specialist in California by Reader's Digest. Dr. Breus is on the clinical advisory board of The Dr. Oz Show and has appeared on the show (40 times). About OneCare Media OneCare Media (OneCare.com) is a digital media company committed to bettering health & wellness. Through expert-driven resources and curated recommendations, OneCare Media helps over 7 million consumers per month make better informed, more personalized decisions in their healthcare journeys. Founded with the belief sleep is one of the three pillars of good health — OneCare Media is extending into the broader healthcare space. CONTACT: Keith Cushner (keith@onecare.com) Related Links https://www.OneCare.com SOURCE OneCare Media View original content: SOURCE OneCare Media	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/04/20/onecare-media-acquires-thesleepdoctorcom-welcomes-dr-michael-j-breus/	2022-04-20T13:05:10Z
Dodgers pitcher Bauer files suit against sex abuse accuser By STEFANIE DAZIO Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer has sued the woman who accused him of sexual assault in federal court in a move that came less than three months after prosecutors decided not to file criminal charges against the athlete. The woman, whom the pitcher had met through social media, had alleged that Bauer beat and sexually abused her last year. She later sought — but was denied — a restraining order. LA prosecutors said in February there was insufficient evidence to win a conviction. Bauer named the woman and one of her attorneys as defendants. The Associated Press does not typically identify people who say they have been victims of sexual assault.	https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/25/dodgers-pitcher-bauer-files-suit-against-sex-abuse-accuser/	2022-04-26T07:41:50Z
ATLANTA , June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lipogems is pleased to announce the unconditional approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) study for treatment of knee osteoarthritis (OA) compared to corticosteroids for a period of 12 months. Lipogems is a market stage medical device company that has received FDA 510(k) clearance since 2014 for their device, which is used to process adipose tissue for general applications in orthopaedics, arthroscopy and nine specialties and has been used in 50,000+ procedures worldwide under the current FDA clearance and CE mark. The Lipogems system has been used in multiple pathologies and is supported by 115+ independent peer reviewed publications from well-respected institutions worldwide and military installations. Physicians may continue to use Lipogems for currently cleared on-label indications. This study is separate from the existing FDA clearances. The completion of this study and anticipated approval in the setting of knee OA will permit Lipogems to educate directly to physicians and consumers for the treatment of this pathology. Carl Llewellyn, CEO of Lipogems USA, stated "We are excited to achieve this milestone to pursue a specific indication in knee OA and have worked closely with the FDA to establish a pathway for Premarket Approval of the Lipogems System in this indication. Knee osteoarthritis is a crippling disease for millions of people that have tried conservative options but are not ready and/or do not qualify for a total knee replacement, a segment known as the treatment gap. The decision to pursue this specific indication is based on the positive results seen in 30+ independent peer-reviewed publications with up to 3 years follow-up evaluating pain, function, quality of life, and economic advantages. We anticipate that the approved IDE study will demonstrate compelling safety and efficacy data of Lipogems' Microfragmented Fat (MFat) in knee osteoarthritis." Lipogems is a privately held medical device company that uses adipose tissue solutions to help maintain or restore patient lifestyles and to improve quality of life and recovery times. Lipogems' products are used in a diverse range of areas, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedics, general surgery, exploring products for wound care and more. Lipogems is available in 29 countries and the aim is getting patients back to their lives through our global reach and scientific excellence. Information about Lipogems can be found on: http://www.understandinglipogems.com/ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Lipogems	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/09/lipogems-receives-ide-approval-us-fda-begin-pivotal-clinical-study-safety-effectiveness-lipogems-system-treatment-knee-osteoarthritis/	2022-06-09T21:37:34Z
No change in Tropical Depression 7′s windspeed SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The tropical depression has formed in the south Atlantic that is moving toward Florida, the National Hurricane Center announced Wednesday. The center of Tropical Depression Seven was located about 800 miles east of the Leeward Islands. The depression is moving west near 14 mph and this general motion is expected to continue during the next few days. But as of Wednesday evening there were no changes to the windspeed. On the forecast track, the center of the system is forecast to move through the Leeward Islands late Friday and Friday night, and be near the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico this weekend. Maximum sustained winds are near 35 mph with higher gusts. Some gradual strengthening is forecast during the next day or so, and the depression is forecast to become a tropical storm tonight or Thursday. Copyright 2022 WWSB. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/09/14/no-change-tropical-depression-7s-windspeed/	2022-09-14T21:43:58Z
iQ's Digital Tools Allow Members To Apply for Loans Online VANCOUVER, Wash., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- iQ Credit Union (iQ), a member-owned, modern-day financial institution based in the Pacific Northwest, today announced a new microlending program that allows qualified small businesses located in Southwest Washington and the Portland area to apply online for loans. "Most credit unions require business owners to contact a loan officer to begin an application for a small-business loan," Jeremy Wiersma, VP of business services at iQ Credit Union, said. "This brings a new level of convenience and speed of service to businesses seeking loans." iQ Credit Union's new application portal allows businesses to apply online for loans under $50,000 without needing to visit a branch or set up a meeting with a loan officer. "This helps make applying for a business loan just as easy as applying for a consumer loan," Wiersma said. Although iQ Credit Union has offered convenient microloans to small-business members to help them finance vehicles, equipment and office furniture or set up a line of credit for many years, the online application provides an overall convenient experience by expanding lending access to business owners who would have found it difficult to carve out enough time to meet with a loan officer and apply in-branch. As the world has increasingly shifted to using digital tools, business lending hasn't kept up with the ease and convenience of consumers' online loan options. In fact, the majority of banks and credit unions, both regionally and nationally, still require business customers and members to apply for loans of all sizes by visiting a branch and speaking to a loan officer. "Everyone is crunched for time," Wiersma said. "Businesses are looking for the quickest and most convenient financial tools. iQ's new microlending tools help close that gap and deliver an easy and convenient online solution to business owners." ABOUT iQ CREDIT UNION iQ Credit Union is a full-service financial institution serving the Pacific Northwest since 1940. With more than 100,000 members in Washington and Oregon, the credit union is known for its deep commitment to financial education and community engagement — and for its signature red and black buffalo plaid colors. iQ helps WAnderers and explORers reach their financial goals by offering honest and friendly advice at any of its 15 branches. More information is available at iQCU.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE iQ Credit Union	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/16/new-iq-credit-union-microlending-program-provides-convenience-speed-service/	2022-08-16T13:35:58Z
Palmyra Heights neighbors thank city of Albany's Don McCook and team for a great Operation Clean Sweep and David Watson and team for ongoing maintenance. The story on the 80th anniversary of the Doolittle Raid was outstanding. It was well-researched and written in such a compelling way I couldn't quit reading it. Great job, sir. If the Democrats really cared about our children and were concerned about child abuse, they would let them be children instead of teaching them that CRT and sexual ideology junk. Sorry, Sanford, you failed your 30-year job interview. Think about it: For every $12 million in federal debt grants received for Radium, Albany’s taxpayers and children will pay for $12 million for unnecessary amphitheaters in 50,000 other communities. It’s a win-win: Bishop gets a vote, Albany a grassy knoll, someone gets a trophy, generations get the debt. Thanks, squawker, for your comment on Dip Gaines and "his" people. I am sure as one of B.J.'s people, this usual claptrap is circulating in your leader's group. Our politicians have got to be the most incredible speed readers, with complete comprehension. Since they claim to know what they are voting for in thousands of pages-long bills. If you are mad at something or someone all the time, then you probably need counseling. To all of you Squawkers taking potshots at the coroner: When you have to get out of bed at 2 or 3 a.m. to go examine the bloody body of a shooting victim or one mangled in a car crash, then maybe I'll allow you some credibility to speak. Until then, you have nothing to offer. Sanford Bishop's seniority has him in a position where he can have a huge impact on this region. Just look at all the money he just delivered to Albany and other communities in the region. His is the kind of leadership we need in Washington. That the Patriot believes he is driving liberals crazy is laughable. He has authored some pertinent squawks, but then he proves he's an SMR with his conservative propaganda. We liberals don't have to drive SMRs crazy, they're already there. Signed, Yours Truly I will have to admit, Pat-Riot was spot on about the coroner. But he shouldn’t get too excited. Even a broken clock is right twice a day. I heard about this blind hog that carried his acorns around in a basket. Who knew? $5 million for a trail from Albany State to Radium Springs? Has everyone lost their mind? Bishop got the money. If we don't fix our sewage problem, that trail will be covered with human waste. Bishop is running again and needs TV time. He and his Biden cronies are the reason for this runaway inflation. Freedom of speech is allowing someone you do not like to say something you do not like. -- Elon Musk. I hate to go down this rabbit hole, but I must. At the time of passing the 2nd Amendment, the country had no interest in arming a standing army to protect from foreign and domestic peril. This Amendment did not designate between flintlock or automatic assault rifles. It did state that it was for an organized militia for the defense of the country.	https://www.albanyherald.com/sunday-squawks/article_ecb313dc-c269-11ec-8c56-1f864572bafa.html	2022-04-23T23:33:49Z
Manzanares brings expansive sustainable banking, international development expertise to climate finance startup MIAMI, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClimateCoin, the creator of the world's first regulated digital carbon asset, today announced Javier Manzanares as co-CEO of the company. He will share the title and responsibilities with Pedro Ramón López García, Co-Founder of ClimateCoin and ClimateTrade. The addition of Manzanares will enable ClimateCoin to further expand into the U.S. market and deliver the environmental, financial, and societal benefits of ClimateCoin to a global base of companies, organizations, and individual investors. In addition to leading ClimateCoin, Manzanares is also a member of the ClimateTrade Advisory Board. He comes to ClimateCoin from the Green Climate Fund where he served as deputy executive director for eight years, supporting the efforts of developing countries in responding to climate change. Previously, Manzanares was director and representative of the UN Office for Project and Services in the MERCOSUR region, based in Argentina. He was formerly division manager of Investment and Development Banking at the Central American Bank for Economic Integration. His career in banking and finance began with Banco Santander/BSCH in the United States, Hong Kong, and Japan. Manzanares was the first chairman of the Board at the International Association for Sustainable Economy. "Javier's expansive background and expertise in sustainable banking and finance, as well as international development, is invaluable as we look to further ClimateCoin's mission of combating Earth's climate crisis by financing credible and impactful decarbonization and climate-positive projects across the globe," said Francisco Benedito, Chairman of ClimateCoin. "His decades of sustainable finance experience in the Americas, Asia and Africa will be particularly valuable as ClimateCoin looks to expand beyond the European market and deliver transformative financing opportunities to carbon-offset investors and suppliers in the U.S. and all around the world." ClimateCoin is the world's first regulated digital carbon asset. Run on Algorand, a carbon neutral blockchain, and backed by high-quality carbon credits, ClimateCoin will fund credible and impactful projects across the world that align with the Core Carbon Principles developed by the Taskforce on Scaling Voluntary Carbon Markets, which are in line with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. The company aims to unleash a global investment movement to neutralize and reverse Earth's climate threat by democratizing climate finance. ClimateCoin will provide investors with easy access to meaningful and carbon-offsetting investing opportunities while ensuring equitable financing to carbon credit suppliers. "I've joined ClimateCoin with the passion and goal of expanding climate financing to all levels of society, so people from all walks of life can contribute to and benefit — both societally and financially — from the global fight against climate change," said Javier Manzanares, co-CEO of ClimateCoin. "ClimateCoin is set to democratize climate finance and provide financial independence and empowerment to suppliers and investors alike to achieve climate balance once and for all. I couldn't be more excited to help lead ClimateCoin on this ambitious and critical mission." ClimateCoin is planning to soft launch its Clima(T) governance token at an event in Miami on April 23. The event will feature keynote remarks from ClimateCoin co-CEOs Javier Manzanares and Pedro Ramón López García as well as Miami Mayor Francis X. Suarez. Clima(T) provides holders with voting rights on any executive decision within the GreenClimateDAO ecosystem, leveraging the collective and collaborative expertise of investors to drive real climate solutions. The company's eponymously named carbon token, ClimateCoin, is expected to launch later in the year. About ClimateCoin ClimateCoin is the creator of the world's first regulated digital carbon asset. Run on a carbon neutral blockchain and backed by high-quality carbon credits, ClimateCoin will fund credible and impactful decarbonization projects across the globe, providing investors and climate advocates with a meaningful investment to offset their carbon footprints. The company aims to unleash a global investment movement to neutralize and reverse Earth's climate threat by democratizing climate finance. Learn more at https://climatecoin.com/. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE ClimateCoin	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/04/11/climatecoin-announces-javier-manzanares-green-climate-fund-new-co-ceo/	2022-04-11T13:13:34Z
TIFTON — A multimedia event titled “Stone and Story” explores the literary trail of Merlin the Magician and King Arthur at the Gallery of the Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Georgia Museum of Agriculture. A collaboration between the Gallery and ABAC’s School of Arts and Sciences, the exhibit combines photos, the written word, and a documentary film. A small group of ABAC writers and filmmakers led by ABAC Professor Tom Grant and overseen by ABAC Curator Polly Huff embarked on an international adventure in the summer of 2021. The group visited sites in England and Wales, collecting stories, documenting each stop with photographs, and filming a documentary. “Visual arts, stunning drone photography, exceptional writing, and award-winning filmmaking are woven together to present this event,” Huff said. “The stories and photographs will be on display in the GMA Gallery, and the documentary will be shown publicly daily for the duration of the exhibition.” The filmmakers walked the spooky moors of Cornwall, climbed into Merlin’s cave below Tintagel Castle, and shared the summer solstice with the druids at Stonehenge. In search of the mystical site of Avalon, they spent the night on the slopes of Glastonbury Tor, hiked the mountains of Wales, and boated to a remote island off the coast. To discover the world of Merlin, they traveled to his birthplace in Carmarthen as well as the mountain where he supposedly freed the red dragon that now flies on the Welsh flag. They interviewed Oxford professors as well as business owners and writers who see the story of Merlin and Arthur as a tale rooted in the distant past yet still unfolding today. As author Paul Broadhurst told the crew, “The landscape is alive.” What is fact and what is legend? Visitors to the exhibit will have the opportunity to follow the trail for themselves, as the photographs and stories will be arranged in the order in which they appear on the actual trail. One of the members of the group, ABAC lecturer for the School of Arts & Sciences Kaci West, has written an accompanying piece, which will be given to each exhibit visitor as a keepsake. ABAC student Charley Lollis from Perry worked with Grant, West and Huff on this undertaking as her Capstone Project and her senior internship. She was also a part of the group that traveled the trail, and after being certified overseas as a drone pilot, took many of the photos included in this exhibition. “Stone & Story” will remain on display at the GMA Gallery until Dec. 11. Admission to this special multimedia event is included in the GMA’s daily admission for the remainder of its running time. A website dedicated to this exhibition, an interactive ArcGIS map of the trail with photos of each stop, and a landing page for the documentary can all be found at www.stoneandstory.org. For questions about “Stone & Story” or future exhibitions, interested persons can contact Huff at phuff@abac.edu.	https://www.albanyherald.com/local/stone-and-story-exhibit-open-at-abraham-baldwin-agricultural-colleges-ag-museum-gallery/article_1e35e032-de7c-11ec-97d9-73dd0f919876.html	2022-05-28T12:27:46Z
Collaboration aims to leverage innovative biosecurity capabilities to promote global health security and accelerate the development of the regional bioeconomy BOSTON and KIGALI, Rwanda, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA), the leading horizontal platform for cell programming, and the Rwanda Development Board ("RDB"), representing the government of the Republic of Rwanda, today announced that they have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") with the intent of developing and implementing new biosecurity capabilities in Rwanda. The initial goal of the planned partnership is to support Rwanda's public health institutions as they work to address biosecurity challenges in the region. Ginkgo, through its biosecurity and public health initiative, Concentric by Ginkgo ("Concentric"), plans to collaborate on the ground with RDB to equip these institutions with biosecurity tools and training as well as the secure data infrastructure they need to leverage automation, data analysis, bioinformatics capabilities, and other critical genomic sequencing technologies. Concentric leverages a nationwide laboratory network to provide pathogen monitoring capabilities across thousands of sites in the U.S., including schools, airports, and other congregate settings. Concentric aims to build sustainable global biosecurity infrastructure to prepare for the next new variant or novel pathogen, and this planned partnership with RDB is a significant milestone in its international expansion as it continues to scale its biosecurity offering. RDB, a Rwandan government institution, was established in 2008 to accelerate Rwanda's economic development by enabling private sector growth. Ginkgo will build relationships with Rwandan public health institutions and private sector-led biotechnology initiatives in Rwanda; the RDB will contribute expertise in skills development and on-the-ground support for the partnership. Concentric and RDB recognize the importance of international collaboration and cooperation to promote global health security as biological threats emerge. Effective pathogen monitoring and data sharing capabilities can empower government officials, community leaders, and other stakeholders to make informed public health decisions. In the long-term, these capabilities can also be leveraged to form the foundation for a sustainable regional bioeconomy. For example, in the context of this MOU, Ginkgo and RDB plan to collaborate to inform workforce development priorities in the areas of biotechnology, biomanufacturing, and bioengineering, and to explore potential opportunities for Rwanda to leverage its biodiversity as a foundation for innovation within its bioeconomy. "The future of biosecurity is global—COVID-19 has shown us all that pathogens don't recognize national borders. To prepare for the next biological threat, we need the infrastructure in place to build a global weather map tracking the spread and evolution of infectious diseases," said Matt McKnight, General Manager, Biosecurity at Ginkgo Bioworks. "We deeply appreciate Rwanda's leadership working to define a new era of biosecurity, and we are incredibly excited to use our platform to support Rwanda's public health institutions with critical capabilities that we believe will help them face challenges ranging from this pandemic to agricultural and travel biosecurity." Clare Akamanzi, Chief Executive Officer of the Rwanda Development Board, noted, "The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the need for robust public health and biotechnology infrastructure in Rwanda and around the world. We are excited about our plans to partner with Ginkgo to bring cutting-edge biosecurity capabilities to Rwanda across various sectors including health and agriculture. We believe this will stimulate our growing bioeconomy and help us learn more about our biodiversity." Ginkgo is building a platform to enable customers to program cells as easily as we can program computers. The company's platform is enabling biotechnology applications across diverse markets, from food and agriculture to industrial chemicals to pharmaceuticals. Ginkgo has also actively supported a number of COVID-19 response efforts, including K-12 pooled testing, vaccine manufacturing optimization and therapeutics discovery. For more information, visit www.ginkgobioworks.com. The Rwanda Development Board is a government agency responsible for leading the country's transformation into a dynamic global hub for business, investment, tourism and innovation. Its mission is to fast-track economic development in Rwanda by enabling private sector growth. For more information visit www.rdb.rw. This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the potential success of the partnership and Ginkgo's biosecurity platform. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "can," "project," "potential," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: (i) the effect of Ginkgo's business combination with Soaring Eagle Acquisition Corp. ("Soaring Eagle") on Ginkgo's business relationships, performance, and business generally, (ii) risks that the business combination disrupts current plans of Ginkgo and potential difficulties in Ginkgo's employee retention, (iii) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Ginkgo related to its business combination with Soaring Eagle, (iv) volatility in the price of Ginkgo's securities now that it is a public company due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Ginkgo operates and plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting Ginkgo's business and changes in the combined capital structure, (v) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations after the completion of the business combination, and identify and realize additional opportunities, (vi) the risk of downturns in demand for products using synthetic biology, (vii) the unpredictability of the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and the demand for COVID-19 testing and the commercial viability of our COVID-19 testing business, (viii) changes to the biosecurity industry, including due to advancements in technology, emerging competition and evolution in industry demands, standards and regulations, and (ix) our ability to close and realize the expected benefits of pending merger and acquisition transactions. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of Ginkgo's quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on May 16, 2022 and other documents filed by Ginkgo from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Ginkgo assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Ginkgo does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations. 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DALLAS (KDAF) — Romario Facey is a Dallas-based director most recently known for his new film Texas Kill City, which is set to have its red carpet premiere on June 25. The film takes the audience through a story about the sometimes unbreakable bonds of Texas gangs. It was shot in Dallas and features a crew of mostly local talent. Though Facey lives and works in the Lone Star State, he is from Jamaica, coming to the U.S. for a talent competition in Hollywood and he eventually found his place in Dallas. Facey has never looked back and likes producing films right here in North Texas. For more information on Texas Kill City and to get your tickets, visit texaskillcity.com.	https://cw33.com/lifestyle/inside-dfw/what-dallas-based-director-romario-facey-is-doing-to-elevate-the-dallas-film-scene/	2022-05-05T17:40:33Z
NEW YORK, June 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Enservco Corporation (NYSE American: ENSV) between May 13, 2021 and April 18, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important July 19, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline. SO WHAT: If you purchased Enservco securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Enservco class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6371 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than July 19, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers. DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Enservco had defective disclosure controls and procedures and internal control over financial reporting; (2) as a result, there were errors in Enservco's financial statements relating to, inter alia, its transactions with Cross River Partners and accounting for Employee Retention Credits ("ERCs"); (3) accordingly, Enservco would need to restate certain of its financial statements and delay the filing of its 2021 annual report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"); (4) Enservco downplayed the true scope and severity of its financial reporting issues; (5) accordingly, Enservco could not file its delayed 2021 annual report with the SEC within its initially represented timeline; and (6) as a result, defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages. To join the Enservco class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6371 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact Information: Laurence Rosen, Esq. Phillip Kim, Esq. The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. 275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor New York, NY 10016 Tel: (212) 686-1060 Toll Free: (866) 767-3653 Fax: (212) 202-3827 lrosen@rosenlegal.com pkim@rosenlegal.com cases@rosenlegal.com www.rosenlegal.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Rosen Law Firm, P.A.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/12/top-ranked-rosen-law-firm-encourages-enservco-corporation-investors-with-losses-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-securities-class-action-ensv/	2022-06-12T21:13:30Z
Velveeta teams up with beauty brand to create cheese-scented nail polish Published: Jun. 21, 2022 at 9:51 AM CDT\|Updated: 16 minutes ago (CNN) - Fans of American cheese can now make a fashion statement on their fingertips. Velveeta has teamed up with British beauty brand Nails, Inc. for a limited-edition set of two cheese-scented nail polishes. The set features two shades of polish – a bright red called Finger Food and a yellow called La Dolce Velveeta. The company said the cheese scent appears once the polish is fully dry. The set of two bottles costs $15. You can order them here on Nails, Inc.’s website. Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/06/21/velveeta-teams-up-with-beauty-brand-create-cheese-scented-nail-polish/	2022-06-21T15:07:20Z
Three-year sponsorship will produce fun and engaging activities and opportunities for little learners SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tech Interactive has announced plans to create delightful and engaging resources for families to explore critical thinking and problem-solving skills through a new sponsorship from Stanford Medicine Children's Health. As part of the three-year program, The Tech will create a STEAM activity guide available at libraries and healthcare practices later this month. The agreement will also build new and exciting ways to encourage visitors to enjoy Climb The Cascade, presented by Stanford Medicine Children's Health, and develop another exciting attraction for visitors next year. "We're thrilled to support such a creative and entertaining way to help kids discover their problem-solving potential," said Les Lifter, Chief Marketing Officer of Stanford Medicine Children's Health. "This sponsorship provides a winning opportunity for our shared community and creates a fantastic environment to help more kids and their families get excited about science." Prior sponsorship from Stanford Medicine Children's Health made possible one of The Interactive's most popular attractions, Climb the Cascade. The engineering design activity encourages families to build a device that delivers a ball onto platforms of varying heights. Visitors put on hard hats, choose fun materials and explore mechanical engineering concepts by tweaking their designs over and over. It's not unusual to see innovators of all ages spend hours perfecting their device. "We are grateful for this support at a time when so many families are looking for fun ways to enrich their kids' education during the pandemic," said Katrina Stevens, President and CEO of The Tech and learning sciences expert. "Delivering hands-on STEM activities anyone can do at home to waiting rooms and libraries will also go far in helping families fall in love with learning." The activity guide will be available in English and Spanish starting this month. About The Tech Interactive The Tech Interactive is a family-friendly science and technology center in the heart of downtown San Jose. Our hands-on activities, experimental labs and design challenge experiences empower people to innovate with creativity, curiosity and compassion. The Tech is a world leader in the creation of immersive STEAM education resources to develop the next generation of problem-solvers locally, nationally and globally. Inspiring the innovator in everyone. \| thetech.org View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Tech Interactive	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/17/tech-interactive-give-more-families-access-quality-learning-resources-through-sponsorship-stanford-medicine-childrens-health/	2022-08-17T19:52:54Z
CALGARY, AB, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Vermilion Energy Inc. ("Vermilion", "We", "Our", "Us" or the "Company") (TSX: VET) (NYSE: VET) will release its 2022 second quarter operating and condensed financial results on Thursday, August 11, 2022 after the close of North American markets. The unaudited financial statements and management discussion and analysis for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 will be available on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval ("SEDAR") at www.sedar.com, on EDGAR at www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml, and on Vermilion's website at www.vermilionenergy.com. Vermilion will discuss these results in a conference call and webcast presentation on Friday, August 12, 2022 at 7:00 AM MST (9:00 AM EST). To participate, call 1-888-394-8218 (Canada and US Toll Free) or 1-647-484-0475 (International and Toronto Area). A recording of the conference call will be available for replay by calling 1-888-203-1112 and using the conference ID 2192689 from August 12, 2022 at 12:00 MST to August 26, 2022 at 21:59 MST. You may also access the webcast at https://app.webinar.net/7qKmxpmoJpv The webcast link, along with conference call slides, will be available on Vermilion's website at http://www.vermilionenergy.com/invest-with-us/events--presentations.cfm under Upcoming Events prior to the conference call. Vermilion is an international energy producer that seeks to create value through the acquisition, exploration, development and optimization of producing assets in North America, Europe and Australia. Our business model emphasizes free cash flow generation and returning capital to investors when economically warranted, augmented by value-adding acquisitions. Vermilion's operations are focused on the exploitation of light oil and liquids-rich natural gas conventional resource plays in North America and the exploration and development of conventional natural gas and oil opportunities in Europe and Australia. Vermilion's priorities are health and safety, the environment, and profitability, in that order. Nothing is more important to us than the safety of the public and those who work with us, and the protection of our natural surroundings. We have been recognized by leading ESG rating agencies for our transparency on and management of key environmental, social and governance issues. In addition, we emphasize strategic community investment in each of our operating areas. Employees and directors hold approximately 4% of our outstanding shares and are committed to delivering long-term value for all stakeholders. Vermilion trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol VET. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Vermilion Energy Inc.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/07/28/vermilion-energy-inc-announces-second-quarter-2022-release-date-conference-call-webcast-details/	2022-07-28T21:55:35Z
ANDOVER, Mass.., June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, May 12th the Galveston Police Department received several 911 calls reporting that a vehicle had just struck a bicyclist and fled the scene. Witnesses stated that the bicyclist received serious injuries and would need immediate medical attention. A few minutes later another 911 caller stated they were just involved in an accident and the suspect vehicle was also fleeing the scene. Dispatchers quickly ascertained that the second collision was just blocks from the first and the vehicle descriptions matched. The second caller stated that they were following the suspect vehicle and continued to give updated locations until patrol units arrived. A patrol officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop of the suspect vehicle, but the driver began to evade officers, leading them on a chase that wound its way through several residential streets. The suspect finally stopped the vehicle in the middle of the roadway near several apartment complexes. The officers then conducted a "high risk stop" where several patrol cars line up behind the suspect vehicle and verbal commands are given over a loudspeaker to the driver and occupants of the car. During this "high risk stop" several commands were given for the driver to exit the car and walk back to the officers but the driver failed to comply, barricading himself in the vehicle. After approximately 10 minutes with no resolution, officers on scene called for anyone with a long-range less lethal device. Due to the distance and type of situation, a taser or chemical agent aerosol would have been ineffective. Galveston PD Special Operations Units and select patrol officers had recently been issued Byrna SD less-lethal launchers and shortly after the call, a patrol officer carrying a Byrna SD arrived on scene. At some point during this "high risk stop", the driver had opened his door and left it ajar. The patrol officer warned the driver that if he did not exit the vehicle, he would be utilizing a chemical agent based less-lethal device. With no reaction from the driver, and from approximately 40 feet away, the patrol officer fired five rounds of Byrna Max into the vehicle. The first three rounds struck the dashboard in front of the driver, and he immediately began reacting to the chemical irritant. The next two rounds struck the driver directly at which point he quickly exited the vehicle and began walking backward to the officers where he surrendered without any further resistance. The driver of the vehicle was arrested for Felony Accident Involving Injury and Felony Evading in a Vehicle. The bicyclist that he struck had suffered severe spinal injury, breaking several vertebrae, several broken ribs, and a broken leg. Josh Schirard, Byrna's Director of Law Enforcement Operations, stated "we are extremely pleased that Galveston PD was able to use the Byrna SD to great effect in apprehending a suspect, under dangerous conditions, without having to resort to deadly force. This "high risk stop" is exactly what the Byrna SD was designed for – being able to disarm and disorient a non-compliant subject from a significant standoff distance, without risking serious injury or death. No other less-lethal device could have been effective under the circumstances." Click here to see the apprehension from the vantage point of the officer's bodycam video. Byrna is a technology company, specializing in the development, manufacture, and sale of innovative non-lethal personal security solutions. For more information on the Company, please visit the corporate website here or the Company's investor relations site here. The Company is the manufacturer of the Byrna® SD personal security device, a state-of-the-art handheld CO2 powered launcher designed to provide a non-lethal alternative to a firearm for the consumer, private security, and law enforcement markets. To purchase Byrna products, visit the Company's e-commerce store. This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the securities laws. All statements contained in this news release, other than statements of current and historical fact, are forward-looking. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans," "expects," "intends," "will," "anticipates," and "believes" and statements that certain actions, events or results "may," "could," "would," "should," "might," "occur," or "be achieved," or "will be taken." Forward-looking statements include descriptions of currently occurring matters which may continue in the future. Forward-looking statements are not, and cannot be, a guarantee of future results or events. Forward-looking statements are based on, among other things, opinions, assumptions, estimates, and analyses that, while considered reasonable by the Company at the date the forward-looking information is provided, inherently are subject to significant risks, uncertainties, contingencies, and other factors that may cause actual results and events to be materially different from those expressed or implied. Any number of risk factors could affect our actual results and cause them to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements in this news release, including, but not limited to, prolonged, new, or exacerbated disruption of our supply chain, determinations by third party controlled distribution channels not to carry or reduce inventory of our products, and potential cancellations of existing or future orders including as a result of any fulfillment delays, introduction of competing products, negative publicity, or other factor. The order in which these factors appear should not be construed to indicate their relative importance or priority. We caution that these factors may not be exhaustive; accordingly, any forward-looking statements contained herein should not be relied upon as a prediction of actual results. Investors should carefully consider these and other relevant factors, including those risk factors in Part I, Item 1A, ("Risk Factors") in our most recent Form 10-K, should understand it is impossible to predict or identify all such factors or risks, should not consider the foregoing list, or the risks identified in our SEC filings, to be a complete discussion of all potential risks or uncertainties, and should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, except as required by applicable law. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Byrna Technologies Inc.	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/17/galveston-police-department-deploys-byrna-sd-apprehend-hit-and-run-driver/	2022-06-17T12:23:16Z
Police are investigating vandalism at an Islamic center in Richmond, Virginia, a Henrico County Police Division spokesperson told CNN. The incident Saturday was the second report of vandalism at West End Islamic Center in the past six months. The most recent incident took place during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Police found "trash, graffiti, tables and chairs flipped inside the building" as well as a shattered glass window, Lieutenant Matthew Pecka told CNN. "There were no notes or specifics regarding graffiti," said Pecka. "Henrico Police has responded, documented the incident and this remains an open active investigation. We want all community members to feel safe in their place and choice of worship." Pecka added the incident is not currently classified as a hate crime and there will be increased patrols in the area. The previous incident took place in November 2021 and it is not known if the two incidents are related, said Pecka. The West End Islamic Center called the incidents "expressions of hatred" in a statement posted to their website and Facebook page. The statement includes pictures of the damage. "Rights of all people of faith is a founding principle of America," read the statement. "We do not know or understand the motivation of the person(s). What we do know, is that love is stronger than hate, and the members of our Mosque will stand together. We trust that our neighbors and friends will continue to stand with us and support our community as we worship during this holy month of Ramadan." The center was not able to capture the incident or potential suspects on camera but feels it merits local, state, and federal investigation, they said in the statement. Anyone with information on the incident is encouraged to get in touch with the Henrico Police Division. Albany State University and Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany announced an education partnership agreement on Tuesday that formally recognizes that ASU and MCLB Albany are active partners committed to expanding educational opportunities for military-affiliated students specifically in the a… Click for more. Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Don't Threaten. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated. Be Truthful. Don't knowingly lie about anyone or anything. Be Nice. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism that is degrading to another person. Be Proactive. Use the 'Report' link on each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Share with Us. We'd love to hear eyewitness accounts, the history behind an article.	https://www.albanyherald.com/news/police-investigating-vandalism-of-islamic-center-second-incident-in-six-months/article_fafc1c35-4bee-5683-a0b4-cab9fa8fcd41.html	2022-04-19T22:04:46Z
Dow falls again and stocks continue their lousy 2022 By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business The 2022 stock market meltdown isn’t over yet. But investors don’t appear to be panicking at least. Stocks were mixed Thursday, following Wednesday’s massive sell-off. The Dow fell more than 300 points, or about 1%, in early morning trading. The blue chips have now fallen almost 15% this year. The S&P 500, which is dangerously close to dropping 20% from its all-time highs and into a bear market, was down 0.6%. But the tech-heavy Nasdaq, which is already in bear market territory, was flat. It’s still down 27% just this year alone. Prominent tech stocks were among the bigger market losers Thursday after Dow component Cisco reported sales that missed forecasts and also gave a weak outlook. Cisco plummeted 12% on the news. Retail stocks, which have dragged down Wall Street this week due to disappointing outlooks from Walmart and Target, got hit again Thursday too. Kohl’s shares were up a bit Thursday in volatile trading even though the struggling chain reported a huge miss on earnings and also cut its guidance. The poor results from corporate leaders are raising recession alarm bells. More experts are starting to predict a downturn later this year or in early 2023. The unease on Wall Street is palpable. The VIX, a measure of Wall Street volatility, has nearly doubled this year. And the CNN Business Fear & Greed Index, which looks at the VIX and six other measures of market sentiment, is flashing signs of Extreme Fear. Investors may also be growing nervous about how the market turmoil is hurting big hedge funds and other institutional investment firms. One prominent hedge fund, Melvin Capital, announced plans to shut down after betting against surging meme stocks like GameStop in 2021 and making ill-timed buys of travel stocks this year. Traders have been bailing on risky momentum tech stocks, bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies and other investments that could benefit from an economic rebound. Instead, investors are now flocking to stocks that are perceived to be better hedges against, and in some cases beneficiaries of, inflation and rising interest rates. Case in point? Oil stocks are big market winners this year. Chevron. up more than 40%, is the top Dow stock. Chevron is one of the largest four holdings in Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, which is soundly beating the market this year. Berkshire also is a big investor in Occidental Petroleum, which has more than doubled this year and is the best performer in the S&P 500. The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved.	https://localnews8.com/money/cnn-business-consumer/2022/05/19/here-we-go-again-stocks-fall-again-continuing-their-lousy-2022/	2022-05-19T15:57:58Z
Kevin Spacey to face London court on sexual offense charges LONDON (AP) — Actor Kevin Spacey has been formally charged with sexual offenses against three men in Britain and is expected to appear in a court in London this week, British police said Monday. Spacey, 62, is accused of four counts of sexual assault and one count of causing a person to engage in penetrative sexual activity without consent. Spacey is due to appear at London’s Westminster Magistrates Court on Thursday. The alleged incidents took place in London between March 2005 and August 2008, and one in western England in April 2013. The victims are now in their 30s and 40s. The Crown Prosecution Service authorized charges against Spacey last month. Spacey, a double Academy Award winner, was questioned by British police in 2019 about claims by several men that he had assaulted them. The former “House of Cards” star ran London’s Old Vic theater between 2004 and 2015. Spacey won a best supporting actor Academy Award for the 1995 film “The Usual Suspects” and a lead actor Oscar for the 1999 movie “American Beauty.” But his celebrated career came to an abrupt halt in 2017 when actor Anthony Rapp accused the star of assaulting him at a party in the 1980s, when Rapp was a teenager. Spacey denies the allegations. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/06/13/kevin-spacey-face-london-court-sexual-offense-charges/	2022-06-13T17:32:01Z
WASHINGTON, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Five leading EB-5 Regional Center operators, along with the EB-5 trade organization Invest in the USA (IIUSA), today collectively filed a lawsuit against U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The five regional centers – Civitas Capital Group, EB5 Capital, Golden Gate Global, CanAm Enterprises, and Pine State Regional Center – and IIUSA have jointly retained Klasko Immigration Law Partners and McDermott Will & Emery LLP to act on their behalf. The lawsuit challenges the unilateral deauthorization by USCIS of the over 600 designated regional centers existing at the time that the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 ("RIA") was enacted into law, as well as the USCIS interpretation of the RIA that requires every regional center to apply anew for designation and receive approval as such before commencing operations. The plaintiffs contend that USCIS's position is contrary to the plain meaning of the RIA and thwarts Congressional intent in enacting the RIA. "We are putting our different business interests aside and joining forces to reach the common goal of protecting our clients' rights and continuing to provide needed capital for economic development projects," said the plaintiffs in a joint statement. "Through this action, we seek to protect the viability of this highly successful economic development and job-creating program, the regional centers that facilitate the program, and the foreign investors who participate in the program. We believe Congress intended to allow regional centers to immediately get back to the business of EB-5 – while at the same time working to bring themselves quickly into compliance with the new integrity and other requirements of the RIA. In fact, there is consensus within the EB-5 industry that Congress intended to have the Regional Center program back in business as soon as the RIA was in effect on May 15, 2022." Collectively, these five long-established operators manage 26 regional centers across 21 states. Over the years, they have facilitated $5.3 billion in EB-5 investments, developing 143 projects across the country, and they are responsible for the creation of more than 190,000 jobs for U.S. workers. The EB-5 program has an overwhelmingly positive impact on the U.S. economy. According to the data collected and analyzed by IIUSA, between 2008 and 2021, the EB-5 Program helped generate $37.4 billion in foreign direct investment to create and retain U.S. jobs for Americans, all at no cost to the taxpayer. To that end, the plaintiffs have funded the filing of an amicus curiae brief by IIUSA in a separate action against the USCIS by the Behring Regional Center currently pending in the District Court for the Northern District of California. "We believe a global ruling in the Behring case could serve the industry at large and is worthy of our support," the plaintiffs added in their joint statement. About Civitas Capital Group Civitas Capital Group is a nimble alternative investment manager, founded in 2009, offering compelling, niche opportunities in U.S. real estate. Civitas exists to create opportunities that enrich our communities, investors, and employees alike. Driven by relentless creativity, Civitas digs deeper to uncover opportunities that others miss. Follow Civitas Capital Group on LinkedIn. Learn more at civitascapital.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Civitas Capital Group	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/24/leading-eb-5-regional-center-operators-file-suit-against-uscis/	2022-05-24T21:55:15Z
Which Wreck It Ralph toys are best? The worlds of film animation and video games came together in the popular Wreck It Ralph movies. These Disney films saw the characters of a video game deal with the struggles of life behind the screen. The characters from Wreck It Ralph include a bunch of different fictional and real-life video game stars. Ralph, Venellope and Fix-It-Felix have all been transformed into fun toys.The best Wreck It Ralph toy is the Ralph Breaks The Internet Figure, which brings his character to life with battery operated arms. What to know before you buy a Wreck It Ralph toy Ralph’s character Ralph, also known as Wreck It Ralph, is from the fictional video game called Fix-It-Felix Jr. Believe it or not, Ralph is the villain in the game and his aim is to destroy Felix’s repairs. The movie follows Ralph’s story as he begins to question his role in the game. He’s a kind hearted guy outside of his job and has second thoughts about being a video game villain. His journey takes him on another mission to save an arcade game from being destroyed. Ralph is a large man, wears overalls and has giant fists made for smashing. Venellope Venellope von Schweetz is Ralph’s best friend in the film. She’s a small girl who’s a menace on the race track. Her game, Sugar Rush, has sidelined her from racing due to her glitch. When Ralph hears about her troubles, he aims to help get her back on the track. Venellope and Ralph travel throughout several different video games in the film, as they try to keep all of the arcade’s characters alive and well. Other characters Wreck It Ralph is filled with various video game characters that interact with one another. Some are villains, others are friends. In Ralph’s game, Felix is his reluctant arch rival. He’s a repairman that’s determined to fix everything in sight before Ralph can get his giant fists swinging. Felix is small in stature and wears blue denim and a blue repairman shirt. Sergeant Calhoun, who eventually becomes Felix’s spouse, is the commanding officer in the game Hero’s Duty. There’s also Duncan the doughnut and Long John from the Sugar Rush police, Taffyta Muttonfudge, one of Venellope’s racing rivals, and King Candy, the ruler of Sugar Rush. What to look for in a quality Wreck It Ralph toy Customization Some Wreck It Ralph toys can be customized using various pieces. For example, the Net User, which comes with the Sergeant Calhoun figure has several heads, bottoms and tops that can be used to create your own character. There are also customization options when it comes to mixing and matching certain toys. The Venellope car toy has an open passenger seat that can fit Ralph. This gives you the chance to cruise around your home with the two main characters from the film. Interactivity Having interactive toys is always a better option. Some Wreck It Ralph 2 toys are battery powered, allowing Ralph to move his arms in a smashing motion. They also have built-in voice boxes that say lines directly from the movie. The Venellope car includes two missile launchers in her trunk which shoot plastic missiles. These interactive elements add more value to playtime than toys that leave everything to the imagination. Keep in mind that batteries will need to be purchased separately in most cases. Soft plastic There are two main types of plastics that are used for Wreck It Ralph toys. Hard plastic is generally cheaper to manufacture and can be found on lesser quality toys. These toys can potentially be dangerous if thrown due to their hard exteriors. If you want a higher quality Wreck It Ralph toy, look for one made with soft plastic. They’ll not only be a safer product for kids, but also they’ll be much easier to use during playtime. How much you can expect to spend on a Wreck It Ralph toy Wreck It Ralph toys cost between $10–$50. Wreck It Ralph toy FAQ Do Wreck It Ralph toys require batteries? A. If the toy has interactive features like voice lines, firing mechanisms or lights, then it will require batteries. Be sure to check with the manufacturer to see if batteries are included in the package. What age are Wreck It Ralph toys made for? A. Most Wreck It Ralph toys are made for children ages five to eight years old. This is due to their interactive nature that requires some knowledge of basic electronics. Some toys do contain small pieces that can pose a choking hazard. What’s the best Wreck It Ralph toy to buy? Top Wreck It Ralph toy Ralph Breaks The Internet Figure What you need to know: This Ralph Breaks The Internet toy comes from the sequel to the popular Wreck It Ralph movie. What you’ll love: Ralph stands 9-inches tall and wears his red overalls and orange undershirt. He’s battery powered and can say various phrases straight from the movie. What you should consider: This toy requires three LR44 batteries, which are included. Where to buy: Sold by Amazon Top Wreck It Ralph toy for the money Wreck It Ralph 2 Calhoun Figure What you need to know: Calhoun comes to life in this action figure from the Wreck It Ralph sequel. What you’ll love: The figure stands over 4-inches tall and comes in an all black tactical jumpsuit. She has five points of articulation including her hands, legs and head. As a bonus, this toy comes with a Net User figure that can be customized using a series of heads, tops and bottoms. What you should consider: This is a collectible edition with four other figures available. Where to buy: Sold by Amazon Worth checking out Ralph Breaks the Internet Venellope with Vehicle What you need to know: The lovable character Venellope comes crashing in with this fun toy car. What you’ll love: Venellope is shown here with her car from the Slaughter Racing game. The car is bright red with pink flames and Venellope wears black sunglasses. There are two hidden missile launchers in the trunk that actually fire small plastic missiles. What you should consider: This car does fit Ralph in the passenger’s seat, but he’s sold separately. Where to buy: Sold by Amazon Sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter for useful advice on new products and noteworthy deals. Jordan Beliles writes for BestReviews. BestReviews has helped millions of consumers simplify their purchasing decisions, saving them time and money. Copyright 2022 BestReviews, a Nexstar company. All rights reserved.	https://cw33.com/reviews/br/toys-games-br/theme-toys-br/best-wreck-it-ralph-toy/	2022-05-22T13:28:15Z
DALLAS (KDAF) — Texas State Senator Royce West has teamed up with Whirpool Corp. to provide nonprofits in Dallas with more refrigerators so they can expand their food pantries. On Thursday, the senator and company will host an event at Mark Cuban’s Heroes Basketball Center to announce the expansion of Whirlpool’s “Feel Good Fridges” program. In addition to the announcement, the center will donate 200 food boxes to a nearby school, a South Dallas church and to families who participate at the Heroes Basketball Center.	https://cw33.com/news/local/texas-senator-royce-west-whirlpool-team-up-to-provide-dallas-nonprofits-with-refrigerators/	2022-05-04T19:00:38Z
Sincere parents teach their children to follow the spirit of the law, not just the letter of the law. Imagine telling your child not to watch TV until homework is completed, two minutes later he’s watching TV. When you ask what’s going on, he replies you said not to watch TV — you didn’t say not to watch cartoons on a lap top! That child is following the letter of the law. I imagine you would at least have a conversation to explain that behavior is unacceptable! And, it will not be tolerated. (Some parents would bust that behind for patronizing behavior and answers like that.) Now imagine that child paying lawyers $71,000 to come up with that answer. And going on TV to say he did nothing wrong. That’s exactly what BISD Superintendent Matt Smith did. BISD spent $71,000 of your hard-earned tax dollars on lawyers. The lawyers told them a path to get enough YES votes and stay out of jail. Is that the standard you have for your child — stay out of jail? Matt Smith said yes they handed out stickers but the sticker didn’t say vote yes. But your child was used as a pawn in a marketing scheme. At the end of each presentation he said I can’t tell you to vote yes or no. The lie by omission tactic speaks for itself. He never told one single down side to this bond. As a matter of fact he and others made you feel dumb if you asked relevant questions. Gregory Daniel Belton	https://www.tdtnews.com/news/letters_to_the_editor/article_dbd41fac-f284-11ec-9f0b-8ff4ddbf7c08.html	2022-06-23T01:05:22Z
Transaction is expected to bolster Ginkgo's growing biosecurity platform and provide expanded epidemic tracking, modeling, and forecasting offerings to public health leaders and communities BOSTON, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA), the leading horizontal platform for cell programming, today announced the purchase of certain epidemiological data infrastructure assets from Baktus, Inc., a Delaware-based public benefit corporation. Under the terms of the deal, Ginkgo will assume ownership of proprietary datasets, modeling and analytic tools, and a software platform with the capabilities to track, model, and forecast epidemics and associated risks and impacts. Ginkgo also expects to integrate several ongoing epidemiological analysis projects and a team of epidemiological data experts into its biosecurity and public health initiative, Concentric by Ginkgo. Baktus, through its subsidiary, Metabiota, Inc., has built an extensive database of infectious disease outbreaks. In addition to epidemiological tracking and forecasting, the company created specialized data infrastructure to help governments and other partners understand and model the risks and disruptive impacts of pathogens in order to promote resilience to pandemics and epidemics. Baktus and Metabiota are expected to continue their independent operations after transferring the assets and epidemiological data personnel included in this transaction. "We believe robust public health data is the bedrock of biosecurity—it's what enables public health leaders to direct resources where they're needed the most and researchers to develop targeted vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutics," said Matt McKnight, General Manager for Biosecurity at Ginkgo. "Integrating state-of-the-art epidemiological modeling and predictive capabilities with our end-to-end biosecurity offerings will help us continue making the data we gather on pathogen spread and evolution that much more meaningful and actionable for public health leaders and communities." "Our team has spent nearly a decade building epidemiological data and risk modeling tools for the public and private sector to more effectively quantify, mitigate and manage epidemic risk. This transaction demonstrates the importance of these efforts and capabilities," said Nita Madhav, outgoing CEO of Metabiota, who will be joining Ginkgo as part of the transaction. "Ginkgo's biosecurity initiative is an ideal home for our data, analytics, and expertise, and we are very excited to join the Ginkgo team." Concentric has built a large-scale biosecurity platform, bolstered by a nationwide laboratory and operational network, to deliver comprehensive COVID-19 monitoring programs and services across thousands of sites in the U.S., including schools, airports, and other congregate settings. Concentric is building upon this foundation to create a sustainable global biosecurity infrastructure to help detect, mitigate and respond to a wide variety of biological threats, and we expect this transaction to be a key milestone towards developing that infrastructure. Ginkgo is building a platform to enable customers to program cells as easily as we can program computers. The company's platform is enabling biotechnology applications across diverse markets, from food and agriculture to industrial chemicals to pharmaceuticals. Ginkgo has also actively supported a number of COVID-19 response efforts, including K-12 pooled testing, vaccine manufacturing optimization, and therapeutics discovery. For more information, visit www.ginkgobioworks.com. This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the potential success of the transaction and Ginkgo's biosecurity platform. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "can," "project," "potential," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: (i) the effect of Ginkgo's business combination with Soaring Eagle Acquisition Corp. ("Soaring Eagle") on Ginkgo's business relationships, performance, and business generally, (ii) risks that the business combination disrupts current plans of Ginkgo and potential difficulties in Ginkgo's employee retention, (iii) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Ginkgo related to its business combination with Soaring Eagle, (iv) volatility in the price of Ginkgo's securities now that it is a public company due to a variety of factors, including changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Ginkgo operates and plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting Ginkgo's business and changes in the combined capital structure, (v) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations after the completion of the business combination, and identify and realize additional opportunities, (vi) the risk of downturns in demand for products using synthetic biology, (vii) the unpredictability of the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic and the demand for COVID-19 testing and the commercial viability of our COVID-19 testing business, (viii) changes to the biosecurity industry, including due to advancements in technology, emerging competition and evolution in industry demands, standards and regulations, and (ix) our ability to close and realize the expected benefits of pending merger and acquisition transactions. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of Ginkgo's quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on August 15, 2022 and other documents filed by Ginkgo from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Ginkgo assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Ginkgo does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations. GINKGO BIOWORKS INVESTOR CONTACT: investors@ginkgobioworks.com GINKGO BIOWORKS MEDIA CONTACT: press@ginkgobioworks.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ginkgo Bioworks	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/19/ginkgo-bioworks-announces-strategic-purchase-epidemiological-data-infrastructure-assets/	2022-08-19T11:35:19Z
How well is your company protected against cybercrime? Independent, ISO-certified security testing lab AV-Comparatives published the July 2022 Enterprise Security Test Report - 18 IT Security solutions put to test As businesses face increased levels of cyber threats, effective endpoint protection is more important than ever. A data breach can lead to bankruptcy!"— Peter Stelzhammer, co-founder, AV-Comparatives INNSBRUCK, Austria, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The business and enterprise test report contains the test results for March-June of 2022, including the Real-World Protection, Malware Protection, Performance (Speed Impact) and False-Positives Tests. Full details of test methodologies and results are provided in the report. The threat landscape continues to evolve rapidly, presenting antivirus vendors with new challenges. The test report shows how security products have adapted to these and improved protection over the years. To be certified in July 2022 as an 'Approved Business Product' by AV-Comparatives, the tested products must score at least 90% in the Malware Protection Test, with zero false alarms on common business software, a rate below 'Remarkably High' for false positives on non-business files and must score at least 90% in the overall Real-World Protection Test over the course of four months, with less than one hundred false alarms on clean software/websites. Endpoint security solutions for enterprise and SMB from 18 leading vendors were put through the Business Main-Test Series 2022H1: Acronis, Avast, Bitdefender, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Cybereason, Elastic, ESET, G Data, K7, Kaspersky, Malwarebytes, Microsoft, Sophos, Trellix, VIPRE, VMware and WatchGuard. Real-World Protection Test: The Real-World Protection Test is a long-term test run over a period of four months. It tests how well the endpoint protection software can protect the system against Internet-borne threats. Malware Protection Test: The Malware Protection Test requires the tested products to detect malicious programs that could be encountered on the company systems, e.g. on the local area network or external drives. Performance Test: Performance Test checks that tested products do not provide protection at the expense of slowing down the system. False Positives Test: For each of the protection tests, a False Positives Test is run. These ensure that the endpoint protection software does not cause significant numbers of false alarms, which can be particularly disruptive in business networks. Ease of Use Review: The report also includes a detailed user-interface review of each product, providing an insight into what it is like to use in typical day-to-day management scenarios. Overall, AV-Comparatives' July Business Security Test 2022 report provides IT managers and CISOs with a detailed picture of the strengths and weaknesses of the tested products, allowing them to make informed decisions on which ones might be appropriate for their specific needs. The next awards will be given to qualifying December 2022H2 (for August-November tests). Like all AV-Comparatives' public test reports, the Enterprise & Business Endpoint Security Report is available universally and for free. More Tests: https://www.av-comparatives.org/news/anti-phishing-certification-test-2022/ About AV-Comparatives AV-Comparatives is an independent organisation offering systematic testing to examine the efficacy of security software products and mobile security solutions. Using one of the largest sample collection systems worldwide, it has created a real-world environment for truly accurate testing. AV-Comparatives offers freely accessible av-test results to individuals, news organisations and scientific institutions. Certification by AV-Comparatives provides a globally recognised official seal of approval for software performance. Newsroom: http://www.einpresswire.com/newsroom/av-comparatives/ Contact: Peter Stelzhammer e-mail: media@av-comparatives.org phone: +43 720115542 Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1867362/AVC_Business_Security_Test.jpg Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1867363/AVC_Approved_Business_Security.jpg Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1867361/AVC_Logo.jpg View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AV-Comparatives	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/27/av-comparatives-releases-long-term-test-18-leading-endpoint-enterprise-amp-business-security-solutions-july-2022/	2022-07-27T14:06:39Z
Authorities asking for help in finding missing teen Published: Jul. 13, 2022 at 3:37 PM EDT\|Updated: 55 minutes ago SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help in finding a missing teenager. Shayla Pfolsgrof, 12, ran away from her foster home in the 6900 block of White Willow Court on July 3 and has not had contact with her foster family since. She was last seen wearing a long-sleeve blue T-shirt, black leggings and tennis shoes. It’s believed Shayla may have gone to stay with a member of her biological family. She has history of running away, and was found once before in the 2200 block of Seventh Avenue East in Bradenton. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office at 941-747-3011. Copyright 2022 WWSB. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/07/13/authorities-asking-help-finding-missing-teen/	2022-07-13T20:34:14Z
Texas Department of Public Safety broke weeks of silence Tuesday and released its latest timeline of the Uvalde school shooting, blaming the flawed police response on the school district's police chief. But just hours later, Uvalde Mayor Don McLaughlin slammed the DPS's lack of transparency and accused its director, Col. Steven McCraw, of intentionally minimizing his agency's mistakes. "Col. McCraw has continued to -- whether you want to call it -- lie, leak, mislead or misstate information in order to distance his own troopers and Rangers from the response. Every briefing he leaves out the number of his own officers and Rangers that were on-scene that day," McLaughlin told residents at a city council meeting Tuesday. "Col. McCraw has an agenda and it is not to present a full report on what happened and give factual answers on what happened to this community." The mayor's criticisms add further turmoil to a tragedy that has become a case study in bad policing and worse communication. Nearly a month has passed since an 18-year-old gunman killed 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School. He remained inside the classrooms from 11:33 a.m. until 12:50 p.m. -- when police finally breached the door and killed him, according to a DPS timeline. Yet authorities have repeatedly changed their account of key facts about what happened inside the rooms and what police did in response during those 77 minutes. Earlier Tuesday, McCraw testified before a Texas Senate committee that the response from law enforcement was an "abject failure" and violated commonly taught protocol to stop the shooter as quickly as possible. He accused Uvalde school district police chief Pedro "Pete" Arredondo, who McCraw and others have identified as the on-scene commander, of ordering police to wait in a nearby hallway for unnecessary equipment and keys to a door that was not even locked. "Three minutes after the subject entered the West building, there was a sufficient number of armed officers wearing body armor to isolate, distract and neutralize the subject," he said. "The only thing stopping the hallway of dedicated officers from entering rooms 111 and 112 was the on-scene commander, who decided to place the lives of officers before the lives of children." CNN has reached out to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the district attorney's office, the chair of the Texas House investigating committee and the San Antonio office of the FBI for further comment. Mayor says he's frustrated by lack of transparency Arredondo, who was also elected to the city council this year, has remained out of the public eye since the shooting. He testified behind closed doors to a Texas House committee Tuesday, but he has not spoken substantively about his decision-making on the day of the shooting. Despite his election to the city council, he has not appeared at a meeting yet. At the meeting on Tuesday night, council members unanimously denied him a leave of absence from future meetings. Also at the meeting, McLaughlin noted that officers from at least eight law enforcement agencies were in the hallway outside the classrooms on the day of the shooting. McLaughlin said he has no desire to pursue elected office again and is "not covering up for anybody," saying all responding agencies should be held accountable. He said the leaking of certain bits of information over the past few weeks "continues to create chaos in our community and keeps the whole truth from coming out." He particularly took aim at what he said was a false report that local police weren't cooperating with investigators, and he expressed his frustration with being left in the dark. "I'm just as frustrated -- maybe not as frustrated as the families that have lost their loved ones -- but it pisses me off that I can't give you answers or can't get you answers," McLaughlin said. "What matters to Uvalde is that these brokenhearted families and this grieving community get a full investigation and an accurate report of what happened that day. The petty infighting, the clickbait headlines and the politically motivated scapegoating is not helping anyone. It is dividing a community and further frustrating grieving families," he added. McLaughlin said he was meant to receive a daily briefing from authorities since its onset but none has been provided. "The gloves are off. As we know it, we will share it. We are not going to hold back anymore," he said. McLaughlin has criticized the lack of transparency from investigators before, saying at a city council meeting on June 7, "We had some missteps with the DPS releasing some facts or different things, but that wasn't the Rangers who were leading the investigation. I'm not blaming anybody," he said. "We were told one thing one day, and the next day the narrative changed. You were told for a week that a teacher propped the door open with a rock, and at the end of the week that story was gone too. That's the missteps I'm talking about," he added. DPS director plans to release bodycam video Tuesday's developments came after reporting from CNN, the Texas Tribune and the Austin American-Statesman previewed some of the DPS timeline and revealed further flaws in the police response. Details from the first moments of the massacre include that 11 officers were inside the building within three minutes of the gunman opening fire. Rifles and ballistic shields were available shortly after, reports revealed. But 77 minutes passed from the time the gunman started shooting to when a tactical response team entered the classroom and killed him, according to a timeline of events from DPS. Authorities said they believed the classroom doors were locked and worked to locate a key, but security footage of officers testing the doors has yet to be found, according to the reports. Arredondo previously told The Texas Tribune he didn't consider himself the incident commander and left his police radio and campus radio outside the school because he thought carrying them would slow him down. Citing a DPS assessment, McCraw told the state Senate committee Tuesday that Uvalde school police officers' radios would not have worked inside the school building due to a weaker signal. Border Patrol agents had the only portable radios that could have worked, he said, but when Border Patrol tried to patch their signals together with local law enforcements' devices, their radios didn't work either. McCraw said that DPS planned to release bodycam footage at some point. "Whenever the district attorney approves it, we are going to release all the body camera coverage, we're going to release all the school video and the funeral video," he said. The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved.	https://www.albanyherald.com/news/uvalde-mayor-accuses-texas-law-enforcement-director-of-lying-leaking-and-misleading-to-avoid-blame/article_8f47c91b-37a2-53e2-b999-524993da3c69.html	2022-06-22T17:56:05Z
CENTENNIAL, Colo., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DHI Group, Inc. (NYSE: DHX) today announced that it has been invited to present at the following investor conferences in June 2022: Cowen Technology, Media & Telecom Conference - Thursday, June 2nd at 11:25AM ET - The Evolving State of Talent Acquisition Technology Panel - One-on-one meetings with investors - Lotte New York Palace, New York City LD Micro Invitational by SRAX - Tuesday, June 7th at 4:30PM PT - Formal Presentation - One-on-one meetings with investors - Four Seasons, Westlake Village, California East Coast IDEAS Conference - Wednesday, June 22nd at 6:00AM ET - Pre-recorded formal presentation - One-on-one meetings with investors - Virtual event Art Zeile, Chief Executive Officer, will present as part of a panel discussing during Cowen's Technology, Media & Telecom Conference, and Kevin Bostick, Chief Financial Officer will join Mr. Zeile to host hold one-on-one meetings with investors. Both Mr. Zeile and Mr. Bostick will present at the LD Micro Conference and East Coast IDEAS Conference and hold one-on-one and small group meetings with institutional investors at both. The presentations will be webcast live and available for replay via the investor relations section of the company's website at www.dhigroupinc.com. To schedule a one-on-one meeting with management, please contact the firm hosting each conference or MKR Investor Relations, DHI's investor relations firm, at ir@dhigroupinc.com. Investor Contact Todd Kehrli or Jim Byers MKR Investor Relations, Inc. 212-448-4181 ir@dhigroupinc.com Media Contact Rachel Ceccarelli VP of Engagement 212-448-8288 media@dhigroupinc.com About DHI Group, Inc. DHI Group, Inc (NYSE: DHX) is a provider of AI-powered career marketplaces that focus on technology roles. DHI's two brands, Dice and ClearanceJobs, enable recruiters and hiring managers to efficiently search for and connect with highly skilled technologists based on the skills requested. The Company's patent-pending algorithms manage over 100,000 unique technology skills. Additionally, our marketplaces allow technology professionals to find their ideal next career opportunity, with relevant advice and personalized insights. Learn more at www.dhigroupinc.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE DHI Group, Inc.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/24/dhi-group-inc-present-upcoming-investor-conferences-june/	2022-05-24T21:52:40Z
Ukrainian nuke plant near fighting cut off from power grid NIKOPOL, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s nuclear power operator says the Zaporizhzhia plant has been cut off from the electricity grid for the first time after fires damaged the last remaining transmission line. It was not clear if the plant had been reconnected to the grid. The loss of power to the plant is a major concern since a disruption of electricity supply could knock out cooling systems that are essential for the safe operation of the reactors, and emergency diesel generators are sometimes unreliable. Energoatom said in a statement Thursday that the cutoff mean two remaining reactors at Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant were disconnected from the grid. Three other transmission lines were previous damaged due to fighting between Russian forces occupying the plant and Ukrainian troops. Energoatom said it couldn’t immediately comment on the operation of automation and safety systems. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below. NIKOPOL, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainians are once again anxious and alarmed about the fate of a nuclear power plant in a land that was home to the world’s worst atomic accident in 1986 at Chernobyl. The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Europe’s largest, has been occupied by Russian forces since the early days of the war, and continued fighting near the facility has heightened fears of a catastrophe that could affect nearby towns in southern Ukraine — or potentially an even wider region. The government in Kyiv alleges Russia is essentially holding the Soviet-era nuclear plant hostage, storing weapons there and launching attacks from around it, while Moscow accuses Ukraine of recklessly firing on the facility, which is located in the city of Enerhodar. “Anybody who understands nuclear safety issues has been trembling for the last six months,” said Mycle Schneider, an independent policy consultant and coordinator of the World Nuclear Industry Status Report. Ukraine cannot simply shut down its nuclear plants during the war because it is heavily reliant on them, and its 15 reactors at four stations provide about half of its electricity. Still, an ongoing conflict near a working atomic plant is troubling for many experts who fear that a damaged facility could lead to a disaster. That fear is palpable just across the Dnieper River in Nikopol, where residents have been under nearly constant Russian shelling since July 12, with eight people killed, 850 buildings damaged and over the half the population of 100,000 fleeing the city. Liudmyla Shyshkina, a 74-year-old widow who lived within sight of the Zaporizhzhia plant before her apartment was bombarded and her husband killed, said she believes the Russians are capable of intentionally causing a nuclear disaster. Fighting in early March caused a brief fire at the plant’s training complex that officials said did not result in the release of any radiation. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia’s military actions there amount to “nuclear blackmail.” No civilian nuclear plant is designed for a wartime situation, although the buildings housing Zaporizhzhia’s six reactors are protected by reinforced concrete that could withstand an errant shell, experts say. The more immediate concern is that a disruption of electricity supply to the plant could knock out cooling systems that are essential for the safe operation of the reactors, and emergency diesel generators are sometimes unreliable. The pools where spent fuel rods are kept to be cooled also are vulnerable to shelling, which could cause the release of radioactive material. Kyiv told the International Atomic Energy Agency, the U.N.’s nuclear watchdog, that shelling earlier this week damaged transformers at a nearby conventional power plant, disrupting electricity supplies to the Zaporizhzhia plant for several hours. The atomic agency’s head, Rafael Mariano Grossi, said Thursday he hopes to send a mission to the plant within “days.” Negotiations over how the mission would access the plant are complicated but advancing, he said on France-24 television after meeting in Paris with French President Emmanuel Macron, who pressed Russian President Vladimir Putin in a phone call last week to allow the U.N. agency to visit the site. “Kyiv accepts it. Moscow accepts it. So we need to go there,” Grossi said. At a U.N. Security Council meeting Tuesday, U.N. political chief Rosemary DiCarlo urged the withdrawal of all military personnel and equipment from the plant and an agreement on a demilitarized zone around it. Currently only one of the plant’s four power lines connecting it to the grid is operational, the agency said. External power is essential not just to cool the two reactors still in operation but also the spent radioactive fuel stored in special facilities onsite. “If we lose the last one, we are at the total mercy of emergency power generators,” said Najmedin Meshkati, a professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of Southern California. He and Schneider expressed concern that the occupation of the plant by Russian forces is also hampering safety inspections and the replacement of critical parts, and is putting severe strain on hundreds of Ukrainian staff who operate the facility. “Human error probability will be increased manifold by fatigue,” said Meshkati, who was part of a committee appointed by the U.S. National Academy of Sciences to identify lessons from the 2011 nuclear disaster at Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant. “Fatigue and stress are unfortunately two big safety factors.” If an incident at the Zaporizhzhia plant were to release significant amounts of radiation, the scale and location of the contamination would be determined largely by the weather, said Paul Dorfman, a nuclear safety expert at the University of Sussex who has advised the British and Irish governments. The massive earthquake and tsunami that hit the Fukushima plant destroyed cooling systems which triggered meltdowns in three of its reactors. Much of the contaminated material was blown out to sea, limiting the damage. The April 26, 1986, explosion and fire at one of four reactors at the Chernobyl nuclear plant north of Kyiv sent a cloud of radioactive material across a wide swath of Europe and beyond. In addition to fueling anti-nuclear sentiment in many countries, the disaster left deep psychological scars on Ukrainians. Zaporizhzhia’s reactors are of a different model than those at Chernobyl, but unfavorable winds could still spread radioactive contamination in any direction, Dorfman said. “If something really went wrong, then we have a full-scale radiological catastrophe that could reach Europe, go as far as the Middle East, and certainly could reach Russia, but the most significant contamination would be in the immediate area,” he said. That’s why Nikopol’s emergency services department takes radiation measurements every hour since the Russian invasion began. Before that, it was every four hours. ___ Jordans reported from Berlin. Associated Press writer Edith M. Lederer at the United Nations contributed. ___ Follow AP coverage of the war in Ukraine at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/08/25/ukrainian-nuke-plant-near-fighting-cut-off-power-grid/	2022-08-25T15:36:52Z
Odor homers in 13th, Orioles finally beat Rays, 8-6 By TODD KARPOVICH Associated Press BALTIMORE (AP) — Rougned Odor hit a two-run homer in the 13th inning and Baltimore Orioles snapped a 15-game losing streak to the Tampa Bay Rays with an 8-6 victory. The Orioles’ last win over Tampa Bay was on July 19 at Tropicana Field, and Baltimore hadn’t beaten the Rays at home since Sept. 20, 2020. The 15-game run had been the longest active winning streak over a single opponent in the majors. Baltimore left fielder Austin Hays threw out Wander Franco at the plate to end the top of the 13th inning. Odor then pounded a 1-1 pitch from Ralph Garza into the flag court in right field.	https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/20/odor-homers-in-13th-orioles-finally-beat-rays-8-6/	2022-05-21T04:39:17Z
PITTSBURGH , April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a more efficient and environmentally-friendly means of fueling motor vehicles like cars, trucks, motorcycles and recreational boats," said an inventor, from Chicago, Ill., "so I invented COOKING WITH GAS. My design eliminates the need to purchase expensive gasoline and it could help to reduce unsightly smog and related health problems." The invention provides an improved way to fuel a motor vehicle. In doing so, it offers an alternative to burning gasoline or diesel fuel for propulsion. As a result, it increases efficiency and it helps to reduce pollution. The invention features a versatile design that is easy to operate so it is ideal for motor vehicle owners. Additionally, a prototype is available. The original design was submitted to the Chicago sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-CCP-1600, 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. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE InventHelp	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/04/18/inventhelp-inventor-develops-modified-fueling-system-motor-vehicles-ccp-1600/	2022-04-18T18:21:47Z
Lawmaker: Officer in Uvalde video husband of slain teacher UVALDE, Texas (AP) — A Uvalde police officer criticized over video of him checking his phone during the massacre at Robb Elementary School is the husband of a teacher who was killed in the classroom and had contacted him after after being shot, according to a Texas lawmaker investigating the shooting. Texas state Rep. Joe Moody came to the defense of Ruben Ruiz after the officer was singled out by some users on social media as an example of the bewildering inaction by law enforcement during the May 24 attack. Roughly 80 minutes of surveillance video published this week by the Austin American-Statesman showed Ruiz as one of the first officers to arrive in the hallway after the shooting began. He checks his phone moments before officers closer to the classroom run back down the hallway after shots are fired. WARNING: Videos used may contain graphic content and may be disturbing to some viewers. Moody tweeted Wednesday that the officer was the husband of Eva Mireles, one of two teachers killed along with 19 children in the fourth-grade classrooms. Moody is part of a Texas House committee that has spent weeks investigating the shooting and plans to release its findings Sunday. “I’d not planned to speak publicly until the report was released, but I couldn’t say nothing seeing this man, who’s lost everything, maligned as if he was indifferent or actively malicious. Context matters,” Moody tweeted. The hallway video shows Ruiz quickly glancing at his phone around 11:36 a.m. while holding a position at the end of the hallway. Three minutes earlier, the gunman is seen walking down the hallway and entering the classroom. Authorities have previously said that body camera footage later showed Ruiz at 11:48 a.m. entering the building through the west door and telling officers, “She is shot.” “What happened to (Ruiz) is he tried to move forward into the hallway, he was detained and they took his gun away from him and they escorted him from the scene,” Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steve McCraw told lawmakers at a hearing on June 21. McCraw has called it an “abject failure” that police ultimately waited more than an hour before confronting the gunman. “We’ll have much to say about the police response, but no criticism of this officer,” Moody tweeted. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/07/14/lawmaker-officer-uvalde-video-husband-slain-teacher/	2022-07-14T17:28:02Z
Iconic Brand Was The First Product Of Its Kind To Receive U.S. Food And Drug Administration Approval In 2002 For Aesthetic Use And Is Honoring This Milestone By Celebrating Its Loyal Patients And Providers IRVINE, Calif., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company (NYSE: ABBV), announces the celebration of a milestone moment for BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA). April 15, 2022, will mark 20 years since the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first approved the product to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe glabellar lines, located between your eyebrows.1 It was the first product of its kind and has since received two additional aesthetic indications – in 2013 and 2017 – making BOTOX® Cosmetic the first and only neurotoxin that is FDA-approved for adults to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe lines in three areas; frown lines, crow's feet and forehead lines.2-5 "It has been remarkable to see how BOTOX® Cosmetic has evolved in 20 years, one scientific study at a time that showcases the clinical significance of this treatment," said Dr. Jean Carruthers, MD, FRCSC, FRC (Poth). "BOTOX® Cosmetic has not only changed the trajectory of my career but also the way the medical aesthetics community practices and teaches. By any account, two decades is a long time, however in medicine it is just the beginning, and I look forward to the next big milestone for BOTOX® Cosmetic." "This celebration is about reflecting on the people who helped make BOTOX® Cosmetic a household name," said Carrie Strom, Senior Vice President, AbbVie, and President, Global Allergan Aesthetics. "We celebrate our customers, our colleagues and all the patients who have been a part of our success. We remain dedicated to BOTOX® Cosmetic, the first product of its kind on the market. We are passionate about continuing to drive this market forward and our experienced team is working closely with healthcare providers to ensure we are delivering meaningful innovations that the market needs with our commitment to ongoing research." BOTOX® Cosmetic is bringing its celebration to the public with its first-ever Art Installation which will be on a cross-country tour. Visitors can immerse themselves in a highly visual, interactive experience that takes them on a celebratory journey of self-affirmation. The installation will be unveiled in New York City on Friday, April 22nd at 9 am ET and will be open to the public until Saturday, April 23rd before traveling to Chicago from Friday, May 6th to Sunday, May 8th and finally, Los Angeles from Friday, May 20th to Sunday, May 22nd. Starting on May 30th for eight weeks, a version of the installation will be featured at Resorts World in Las Vegas. Anyone who visits the Art Installation will be eligible to receive an exclusive BOTOX® Cosmetic offer powered by Allē®, Allergan Aesthetics' loyalty platform, while supplies last. Terms and conditions apply. Additionally, to spotlight the people behind the product, the celebration will feature a documentary style video highlighting real patients and providers of BOTOX® Cosmetic – helping to paint a colorful picture of how and why people continue to see BOTOX® Cosmetic as a treatment for someone like them. Starting April 15th, watch the video at www.botoxcosmetic20thcelebration.com and @BotoxCosmetic on social. To take the celebration nationwide, exclusive BOTOX® Cosmetic offerings will be available to both new and loyal BOTOX® Cosmetic patients starting in April. These offerings include a chance to win a trip for two to see Resort World's new Allē Lounge on 66, in addition to tickets to a concert. Register for the chance to win between April 15th and April 29th by visiting www.botoxcosmetic20thcelebration.com and following the steps on the site. This is a limited time offer. Terms and conditions apply. Allergan Aesthetics, the makers of BOTOX® Cosmetic, is the exclusive aesthetics partner of Resorts World Las Vegas and will have exclusive branding rights to the property's 66th floor lounge, now known as Allē Lounge on 66, and Resorts World Theatre's meet-and-greet space, Allē Backstage. This is the first official partnership with an entitlement of this kind at Resorts World Las Vegas since its June 2021 grand opening, and Allergan Aesthetics' first-ever branding of a specific area at a major resort and live entertainment venue. The partnership is the first of its kind across the aesthetics industry. Visit https://alle.com/ to join Allē, Allergan Aesthetics' loyalty program, which is required to attend the BOTOX® Cosmetic Art Installation and to participate in the limited-time sweepstakes and gift card offering. Terms and conditions apply. Follow us on Instagram @botoxcosmetic and @alle, in addition to using the hashtag #20yearsofbotoxcosmetic. BOTOX® COSMETIC IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION BOTOX® Cosmetic may cause serious side effects that can be life threatening. Get medical help right away if you have any of these problems any time (hours to weeks) after injection of BOTOX® Cosmetic: - Problems swallowing, speaking, or breathing, due to weakening of associated muscles, can be severe and result in loss of life. You are at the highest risk if these problems are pre-existing before injection. Swallowing problems may last for several months. - Spread of toxin effects. The effect of botulinum toxin may affect areas away from the injection site and cause serious symptoms including: loss of strength and all-over muscle weakness, double vision, blurred vision and drooping eyelids, hoarseness or change or loss of voice, trouble saying words clearly, loss of bladder control, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing. BOTOX® Cosmetic dosing units are not the same as, or comparable to, any other botulinum toxin product. There has not been a confirmed serious case of spread of toxin effect when BOTOX® Cosmetic has been used at the recommended dose to treat frown lines, crow's feet lines, and/or forehead lines. BOTOX® Cosmetic may cause loss of strength or general muscle weakness, vision problems, or dizziness within hours to weeks of taking BOTOX® Cosmetic. If this happens, do not drive a car, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities. Serious and/or immediate allergic reactions have been reported. They include: itching, rash, red itchy welts, wheezing, asthma symptoms, or dizziness or feeling faint. Get medical help right away if you are wheezing or have asthma symptoms, or if you become dizzy or faint. Do not receive BOTOX® Cosmetic if you: are allergic to any of the ingredients in BOTOX® Cosmetic (see Medication Guide for ingredients); had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin product such as Myobloc® (rimabotulinumtoxinB), Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA), or Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA); have a skin infection at the planned injection site. Tell your doctor about all your muscle or nerve conditions, such as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome, as you may be at increased risk of serious side effects including difficulty swallowing and difficulty breathing from typical doses of BOTOX® Cosmetic. Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including: plans to have surgery; had surgery on your face; have trouble raising your eyebrows; drooping eyelids; any other abnormal facial change; are pregnant or plan to become pregnant (it is not known if BOTOX® Cosmetic can harm your unborn baby); are breast-feeding or plan to (it is not known if BOTOX® Cosmetic passes into breast milk). Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Using BOTOX® Cosmetic with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects. Do not start any new medicines until you have told your doctor that you have received BOTOX® Cosmetic in the past. Tell your doctor if you have received any other botulinum toxin product in the last 4 months; have received injections of botulinum toxin such as Myobloc®, Dysport®, or Xeomin® in the past (tell your doctor exactly which product you received); have recently received an antibiotic by injection; take muscle relaxants; take an allergy or cold medicine; take a sleep medicine; take aspirin-like products or blood thinners. Other side effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic include: dry mouth; discomfort or pain at the injection site; tiredness; headache; neck pain; and eye problems: double vision, blurred vision, decreased eyesight, drooping eyelids and eyebrows, swelling of your eyelids and dry eyes. APPROVED USES BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe forehead lines, crow's feet lines, and frown lines between the eyebrows in adults. For more information refer to the Medication Guide or talk with your doctor. To report a side effect, please call Allergan at 1-800-678-1605. Please see BOTOX® Cosmetic full Product Information including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide. About Allergan Aesthetics Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, develops, manufactures, and markets a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products. Their aesthetics portfolio includes facial injectables, body contouring, plastics, skin care, and more. Their goal is to consistently provide customers worldwide with innovation, education, exceptional service, and a commitment to excellence, all with a personal touch. About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. References: - Data on File. AbbVie. FDA Product Approval Information, 2019. - BOTOX® Cosmetic Prescribing Information, July 2020. - Dysport® Prescribing Information, 2020. - Xeomin® Prescribing Information, 2020. - Jeuveau® Prescribing Information, 2020. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AbbVie	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/04/13/botox-cosmetic-onabotulinumtoxina-celebrates-20-years-since-first-us-fda-approval/	2022-04-13T12:27:11Z
WASHINGTON (AP) — By one common definition, the U.S. economy is on the cusp of a recession. Yet that definition isn’t the one that counts. On Thursday, when the government estimates the gross domestic product for the April-June period, some economists think it may show that the economy shrank for a second straight quarter. That would meet a longstanding assumption for when a recession has begun. But economists say that wouldn’t mean that a recession had started. During those same six months when the economy might have contracted, businesses and other employers added a prodigious 2.7 million jobs — more than were gained in most entire years before the pandemic. Wages are also rising at a healthy pace, with many employers still struggling to attract and retain enough workers. The job market’s strength is a key reason why the Federal Reserve is expected to announce another hefty hike in its short-term interest rate on Wednesday, one day before the GDP report. Several Fed officials have cited the healthy job growth as evidence that the economy should be able to withstand higher rates and avoid a downturn. Many economists, though, are dubious of that assertion. The Fed is also trying to combat raging inflation, which reached a 9.1% annual rate in June, the worst mark in nearly 41 years. Rapid price increases, particularly for such essentials as food, gas and rent, have eroded Americans’ incomes and led to much gloomier views of the economy among consumers. The definition of recession that is most widely accepted is the one determined by the blandly named National Bureau of Economic Research, a nonprofit group of economists whose Business Cycle Dating Committee defines a recession as “a significant decline in economic activity that is spread across the economy and lasts more than a few months.” The committee assesses a wide range of factors before publicly declaring the death of an economic expansion and the birth of a recession — and it often does so well after the fact. So if we’re not in a recession, what’s going on with the economy, which is sending frustratingly mixed signals? Here are some answers to those and other questions: ___ IS THE ECONOMY SHRINKING — OR NOT? It did in the first three months of the year, when GDP contracted 1.6% at an annual rate. Economists have forecast that on Thursday, the government will estimate that the economy managed to grow at an annual rate of just below 1% in the April-June quarter, according to data provider FactSet. If accurate, that forecast would indicate that the economy isn’t technically in recession by any definition. Even if growth does go negative for a second straight quarter, Fed officials and Biden administration economists point to a lesser-known measure called “gross domestic income.” GDP calculates the value of the nation’s output of goods and services by adding up spending by consumers, businesses and governments. By contrast, GDI, as the name implies, seeks to measure the same thing by assessing incomes. Over time, the two measures should track each other. But they often diverge in the short run. In the first quarter, GDI grew 1.8% — much better than the 1.6% decline in GDP. As part of its judgment of whether an economy is in recession, the NBER considers an average of the two measures. In the first quarter, the average was 0.2%, suggesting that the economy expanded slightly. ___ WHAT ELSE DOES THE NBER MONITOR? The NBER studies many other data points in determining recessions, including measures of income, employment, inflation-adjusted spending, retail sales and factory output. It puts greater weight on jobs and a gauge of inflation-adjusted income that excludes government support payments such as Social Security. That gauge covers combined income from all workers, so it rises when the unemployed find a job or when existing workers receive a pay raise. The measure increased slightly in April and May after a flat reading in the first quarter of this year. ___ BUT DON’T A LOT OF PEOPLE THINK A RECESSION IS COMING? Yes, because many people now feel more financially burdened. With wage gains trailing inflation for most people, higher prices for such essentials as gas, food, and rent have eroded Americans’ spending power, On Monday, Walmart reported that higher gas and food costs have forced its shoppers to reduce their purchases of discretionary spending such as new clothing, a clear sign that consumer spending, a key driver of the economy, is weakening. The nation’s largest retailer, Walmart reduced its profit outlook and said it will have to discount more items like furniture and electronics. And the Fed’s rate hikes have caused average mortgage rates to double from a year ago, to 5.5%, causing a sharp fall in home sales and construction. Higher rates will also likely weigh on businesses’ willingness to invest in new buildings, machinery and other equipment. If companies reduce spending and investment, they’ll also start to slow hiring. Rising caution among companies about spending freely could lead eventually to layoffs. If the economy were to lose jobs and the public were to grow more fearful, consumers would further reduce spending. The Fed’s rapid rate hikes have raised the likelihood of recession in the next two years to nearly 50%, Goldman Sachs economists have said. And Bank of America economists now forecast a “mild” recession later this year. ___ WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF AN IMPENDING RECESSION? The clearest signal that a recession is underway, economists say, would be a steady rise in job losses and a surge in unemployment. In the past, an increase in the unemployment rate of three-tenths of a percentage point, on average over the previous three months, has meant that a recession will soon follow. Many economists monitor the number of people who seek unemployment benefits each week, which indicates whether layoffs are worsening. Last week, applications for jobless aid rose to 251,000, the highest level in eight months. While that is a potentially concerning sign, that is still a low level historically. ___ ANY OTHER SIGNALS TO WATCH FOR? Many economists also monitor changes in the interest payments, or yields, on different bonds for a recession signal known as an “inverted yield curve.” This occurs when the yield on the 10-year Treasury falls below the yield on a short-term Treasury, such as the 3-month T-bill. That is unusual. Normally, longer-term bonds pay investors a richer yield in exchange for tying up their money for a longer period. Inverted yield curves generally mean that investors foresee a recession that will compel the Fed to slash rates. Inverted curves often predate recessions. Still, it can take 18 to 24 months for a downturn to arrive after the yield curve inverts. For the past two weeks, the yield on the two-year Treasury has exceeded the 10-year yield, suggesting that markets expect a recession soon. Many analysts say, though, that comparing the 3-month yield to the 10-year has a better recession-forecasting track record. Those rates are not inverted now. ___ WILL THE FED KEEP RAISING RATES EVEN AS THE ECONOMY SLOWS? The economy’s flashing signals — slowing growth with strong hiring — have put the Fed in a tough spot. Jerome Powell is aiming for a “soft landing,” in which the economy weakens enough to slow hiring and wage growth without causing a recession and brings inflation back to the Fed’s 2% target. But Powell has acknowledged that such an outcome has grown more difficult to achieve. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and China’s COVID-19 lockdowns have driven up prices for energy food, and many manufactured parts in the U.S. Powell has also indicated that if necessary, the Fed will keep raising rates even amid a weak economy if that’s what’s needed to tame inflation. “Is there a risk that we would go too far?” Powell asked last month. “Certainly there’s a risk, but I wouldn’t agree that’s the biggest risk to the economy. The biggest mistake to make…would be to fail to restore price stability.”	https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/explainer-how-do-we-know-when-a-recession-has-begun/	2022-07-27T00:35:02Z
CARTERSVILLE, Ga., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A contemporary U-Haul® facility is coming to Cartersville thanks to the Company's recent land acquisition of almost five acres at 1411 Joe Frank Harris Parkway SE. U-Haul Moving & Storage of Cartersville is scheduled for completion in May 2024. It will feature a multi-story building encompassing more than 90,000 square feet. The building will include at least 700 indoor ADA-accessible self-storage rooms with high-tech security features at affordable price points. Plans also call for a separate warehouse for U-Box® portable storage containers. "We are in growth mode," stated Doug Weston, U-Haul Company of Atlanta North president. "Our plan is to offer the City of Cartersville a beautiful facility to address the increased demand for secure, clean self-storage. We will provide residents here with convenient access to our self-storage products and shared mobility services." When the store is completed, customers will have access to truck and trailer sharing, moving supplies, towing equipment, professional hitch installation, U-Box® portable storage containers and much more. Weston will look to hire staff locally to promote job growth within Cartersville. U-Haul, honored as a "Best for Vets 2020" leading veteran-friendly employer by The Military Times, actively recruits veterans and gives them preference in the hiring process. Find U-Haul careers at uhauljobs.com. "Our closest full-service U-Haul facility is 27 miles away in Kennesaw," Weston noted. "U-Haul is eager to fill the void of quality self-storage options in this region. Convenience is important to our customers. We aim to provide that." The Cartersville store will become the 86th U-Haul-owned and -operated facility in Georgia. There are also more than 1,200 independent small businesses across the state serving do-it-yourself movers as U-Haul neighborhood dealers. U-Haul has partnered with independent dealers to offer rental equipment since 1945. During these challenging times for small businesses, more than 21,000 dealers across the U.S. and Canada are generating supplemental income through their U-Haul partnership. When customers rent from U-Haul dealers, they are directly supporting small businesses in their community. Because no financial investment is required, dealers are not U-Haul franchises. They are simply small businesses committing their lot space for U-Haul equipment and time to meet the mobility needs of customers. Learn more about how to partner with U-Haul by visiting uhaul.com/dealer. 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. U-Haul Truck Share 24/7 offers secure access to U-Haul trucks every hour of every day through the customer dispatch option on their smartphones and our proprietary Live Verify technology. 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 offers nearly 855,000 rentable storage units and 73.6 million square feet of self-storage space at owned and managed facilities throughout North America. 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. U-Haul has been recognized repeatedly as a leading "Best for Vets" employer and was recently named one of the 15 Healthiest Workplaces in America. Contact: Andrea Batchelor Jeff Lockridge E-mail: publicrelations@uhaul.com Phone: 602-263-6981 Website: uhaul.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE U-Haul	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/24/u-haul-acquires-land-expand-self-storage-footprint-cartersville/	2022-05-24T17:23:42Z
Homeownership company focuses on competitive solutions for Denver homebuyers; Synergy One Lending serves as launch partner in the state NEW YORK, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon, the homeownership company, today announces its expansion to Colorado, with Synergy One Lending as its launch partner. Homebuyers in major cities across Colorado, including Denver, can now upgrade their mortgage-backed offers to contingency-free all-cash offers on homes that pass inspection, waiving mortgage, appraisal, and home sale contingencies. In one of the most competitive housing markets in recent memory, home buyers are feeling immense pressure to overcome low inventory, rising prices, Wall Street investors, and increasing rent that could stunt their chance to achieve homeownership. Despite these factors and the consistent economic challenges the generation has faced, millennials made up 43% of homebuyers last year. The desire for homeownership among millennials is vital for Denver's housing market as that generation makes up 33% of the city's population, with projections revealing further increase as Denver continues to be their top choice for relocation. Colorado Springs follows closely as the number five most-desired landing spot among the demographic. These hopeful homebuyers are facing significant headwinds. In April 2022, nearly 77% of homes in Denver sold above the asking price by an average of 7%, and the number of homes sold is down 10% compared year-over-year due to a tight market marked by high demand. Investor purchases of homes in Denver increased by 51% year-over-year in the last quarter of 2021, making up one out of six homes in that period. Compounding these factors is the fact that homes are off the market in a median of five days. "Colorado's popularity has boomed over the last several years, with good reason. Everyday buyers will have to consider making serious concessions on their wish lists to formulate the strongest offer that can compete against high-net-worth investors with cash-in-hand," said Shaival Shah, CEO and co-founder of Ribbon. "Ribbon's mission is to level the playing field for Colorado homebuyers by empowering them with all-cash offers that can keep everyday folks at the top of the offer stack." As the only cash offer company that does not displace the local ecosystem, Ribbon works directly with real estate professionals who remain key advocates for buyers and sellers. Ribbon holds webinars weekly. With a focus on providing the strongest advantage for home buyers, Ribbon partnered with leading national mortgage lender Synergy One Lending in Colorado. Synergy One Lending's expansion of the CASH Advantage program, powered by Ribbon, will provide everyday homebuyers across Denver, Colorado Springs, and Ft. Collins with access to a powerful tool to win in even the most challenging conditions. The CASH Advantage program provides additional certainty to the homebuying process by eliminating key contingencies that often leave sellers looking elsewhere. Through the program, buyers can provide sellers with an added layer of assurance that the deal will be predictable and close on time. "We felt it was important to bring this kind of innovative approach to our buyers and the real estate community to bolster their chances that offers they make on homes will be winning offers," said Steve Majerus, CEO of Synergy One Lending. "Many buyers experience a great deal of stress and frustration when they see their dreams dashed as their offers are not accepted—often on several occasions. The CASH Advantage program simply helps offers stand out among many other offers on a home, which is particularly helpful for first time buyers as they seek their path to homeownership." In addition to Colorado, Ribbon operates in 13 states across the South and the Midwest with plans to expand to half of the U.S. by the end of 2022. For more information about Ribbon, visit www.ribbonhome.com. Founded in 2017 in New York and Charlotte, Ribbon is on a mission to make homeownership achievable. A tech-enabled homeownership company, Ribbon allows everyday families to compete on a level playing field with high-net-worth individuals and institutional buyers by upgrading their offers to winning RibbonCash Offers. Ribbon empowers agents, brokerages, and lenders to create a world-class experience for home buyers and sellers through powerful financial products and digital workflow software. Visit ribbonhome.com. Synergy One Lending is based in San Diego, CA, is currently licensed in 49 states plus DC. To find out why so many elite mortgage professionals are choosing Synergy One, please contact Aaron Nemec or Ben Green, or visit Join Synergy One. Media Contact: Charlie Ozuturk GtM Communications Manager, Ribbon Charlie.Ozuturk@Ribbonhome.com 732.552.5080 Media Contact: BLASTmedia for Ribbon ribbon@blastmedia.com 317.806.1900 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ribbon	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/11/ribbon-expands-colorado-giving-new-generation-first-time-homebuyers-competitive-edge/	2022-07-11T16:10:33Z
PBS To Encompass All Building System Brands Under One Name PUYALLUP, Wash., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The expanded Premier Building Systems (PBS) family of products now includes more building material systems within the PBS Organization. Under common ownership since 2018, Premier SIPS, R-Shield Insulation, R-Shield Geofoam, and Premier ICF (formerly Diamond Snap-Form) product brands now fold into Premier Building Systems. The Big Sky R-Control SIPs brand, also owned by the same family, is now being marketed under the Premier SIPS brand. There has been no sale, merger, or change in company ownership. These changes only affect the trade name and building system brands, while efficiently consolidating organizational resources to best serve customer needs. "Under the umbrella of PBS (Premier Building Systems), each brand fits perfectly into our niche – manufacturing superior products that are faster, stronger, and far greener for architects, contractors, and developers to use in building design and construction. We remain committed to offering the industry's top echelon of sustainable building systems," said Brad Huempfner, President. This family of brands fosters Premier Building Systems' ability to combine research and development, technical, production, and distribution resources across all brands, offering exceptionally high-performance construction and building system solutions from the foundation up. "With all these superior building system product lines, we have remained committed to continued growth through investments in production, innovation, and sustainability. As the demand for environmentally responsible building products has grown, our wide offering of building systems has also grown to serve customers across North America," said Huempfner. Additionally, Premier SIPS has launched a new look and new website chalked full of product and industry resources at www.premiersips.com. R-Shield Insulation & Geofoam and Premier ICF will unveil new websites in the coming months. About Premier Building Systems: Family-owned and operated since the 1970s, Premier Building Systems (PBS) proudly manufactures high-performing, sustainable building systems from the foundation up. Committed to developing and utilizing efficient equipment and processes, PBS continually strives to provide exceptional value, service, and systems to their customers. For more information, please visit www.premierbuildingsystems.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Premier Building Systems	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/09/08/premier-building-systems-announces-expansionproduct-branding-updates/	2022-09-08T12:15:23Z
An Arizona man is suing American Airlines, claiming the airline's negligence led to him spending 17 days in jail after he was misidentified to police investigating a burglary at a duty-free shop in Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in 2020, according to court documents. The 26-page lawsuit, filed Monday in a Texas court, says Michael Lowe, a professional outdoorsman and career guide, was on the same flight as the suspect, whose activities were captured on video. Airport police got a search warrant for "any and all recorded travel data" for everyone on the flight, according to the court document. The lawsuit alleges the airlines "departed from its established procedures" and identified just one passenger -- Lowe. The airlines on Wednesday issued a statement on the search warrant. "As required by law, American cooperates with and responds to court orders for information related to possible criminal activity, and that's what we did in this instance when we were presented with a search warrant," the statement said. The incident occurred May 12, 2020 at an airport duty-free shop. The man who authorities identified as the suspect is shown on surveillance camera video boarding the same flight as Lowe, according to the lawsuit. The legal claim alleges that based on misidentification from American Airlines, arrest warrants for Lowe were issued in Tarrant County, Texas. More than a year later -- on July 4, 2021 -- Lowe was arrested while attending an event during his vacation in New Mexico when police who were looking for a suspect in a disturbance ran his name and found open warrants, according to the filing. He was booked into jail in Quay County, New Mexico, where he spent eight days before seeing a magistrate and being told there was no bail because he was a fugitive, the lawsuit says. He ended up waiving extradition to Texas but was released another nine days later, according to the suit. "I have never heard or seen this fact pattern in my 25 years as a lawyer. If it can happen to Michael it can happen to anyone. He was just another passenger on a flight. He did nothing wrong but American wrongfully singled him out as the suspect in a felony investigation, resulting in 17 days of incarceration for a crime he had no connection to at all," one of Lowe's attorneys, Scott Palmer, told CNN. "American Airlines is responsible for what happened here. Without American's disclosure of Michael's name and information as the sole suspect, the detective never would have issued the warrants. It all starts with the disclosure of Michael's name and his name only," he added. According to the lawsuit, after Lowe left jail and returned to Flagstaff he began his own investigation, including calling a detective with the airport police department who told him he had missed a court appearance in Texas and should surrender himself. But then things changed. "Sometime after Mr. Lowe's release from jail, Detective Torres obtained Mr. Lowe's mug shot from Quay County and compared it to the photos of the culprit; it was obvious that American Airlines had the wrong person, and that Mr. Lowe was not the person responsible for the burglary on May 12, 2020," the document says. Lowe's attorneys contacted the detective and the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office and were assured the charges had been dismissed, according to the lawsuit. CNN has reached out to Dallas Fort Worth airport police for comment. "As a result of the incident described herein, Mr. Lowe has experienced mental anguish and emotional distress in the past and in reasonable probability, such mental anguish and emotional distress will continue in the future," the lawsuit says, adding that he has also lost money and potential income. The legal action names only American Airlines as a defendant. Lowe requests a jury trial and unspecified damages. The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved.	https://www.albanyherald.com/news/an-arizona-man-who-says-he-spent-17-days-in-jail-is-suing-american-airlines/article_f1e9a481-884b-5a40-85ea-41c35757bdec.html	2022-06-09T03:48:08Z
NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UFO Gaming (UFO) just released their long-awaited Staking Decentralized-App (dApp). Staking is the process of locking up cryptocurrency holdings for a certain duration in order to obtain rewards or earn interest. The UFO dApp offers both due to its dual-staking mechanism; by using their dApp, users can earn interest in the form of UFO tokens and rewards in the form of Plasma Points. UFO rewards can be sold for profits and Plasma Points can be exchanged for tradable NFTs that users can use to play UFO's new game Super Galactic or sold. According to their official website, there are a couple of ways to maximize the APR from the staking dApp; firstly by combining Ethereum with UFO tokens and staking into the UFO-ETH LP pool, users will earn 300% more potential returns. Secondly, if users lock in their stakes for the maximum duration of 52 weeks, users can further increase their APY by 100%. Currently the maximum APY that can be earned from the dApp is 980% meaning if you lock $1,000 into the pool above, within 1 year the value of your investment will be worth $9,800 + Plasma Points which you can use to trade for NFTs. You might be wondering where the rewards are coming from when the UFO token had a 'fair launch' (50% of the supply was burned at launch and 50% released on Uniswap) and the team had to buy their own tokens on the open market like everyone else. In a recent AMA, the team stated they have been accruing tokens since the early days and are going to give away a significant percentage of the supply of UFO tokens as rewards for those staking on their dApp in addition to potentially feeding any profits the company makes in $UFO into dApp rewards which insiders believe to be around 7% of the total supply of tokens being paid out as rewards. If you factor in potential price growth into the current APY on the staking dApp, the rewards can be exponential: If $UFO price is 0.0000019 (Current)—after unlock, the holder will be up ~ 9x If $UFO price is 0.000019$—after unlock, the holder will be up ~ 90x If $UFO price is 0.00019$$—after unlock, the holder will be up ~ 900x Note, the APY varies depending on the amount users lock compared to the total amount locked. Using the staking dApp to start earning is easy, just follow their tutorial here. About UFO Gaming UFO Gaming (UFO) is a revolutionary blockchain gaming platform giving players the power to earn cryptocurrency while playing games and to own their in-game items as NFTs. While launching their own games, UFO is developing its own Metaverse which invites users to meet, interact, hang out and jump into its play-to-earn games. Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1879486/UFO_Gaming_Staking_dApp_Pools.jpg View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Market News	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/30/how-earn-980-apr-cryptocurrency-through-gamefi/	2022-08-30T12:53:20Z
Judge: Prosecutors cannot enforce Michigan’s abortion ban LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan judge on Friday blocked county prosecutors from enforcing the state’s 1931 ban on abortion for the foreseeable future after two days of witness testimony from abortion experts, providers and the state’s chief medical officer. The ruling comes after the state Court of Appeals said earlier this month that county prosecutors were not covered by a May order and could enforce the prohibition following the fall of Roe v. Wade by the U.S. Supreme Court. “The harm to the body of women and people capable of pregnancy in not issuing the injunction could not be more real, clear, present and dangerous to the court,” Oakland County Judge Jacob Cunningham said during his ruling Friday. David Kallman, an attorney representing two Republican county prosecutors, said an appeal is planned. Cunningham had filed a restraining order against county prosecutors hours after the Aug. 1 appeals court decision and following a request from attorneys representing Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. While a majority of prosecutors in counties where there are abortion clinics have said they will not enforce the ban, Republican prosecutors in Kent, Jackson and Macomb counties have said they should be able to enforce the 1931 law. Cunningham listened to arguments Wednesday and Thursday in Pontiac before granting the preliminary injunction, which is expected to keep abortion legal throughout the state until the Michigan Supreme Court or voters could decide in the fall. The 1931 law in Michigan, which was triggered after the U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, bans abortion in all instances except the life of the mother. The dormant ban was retroactively blocked from going into effect in May when Judge Elizabeth Gleicher issued a preliminary injunction. The state Court of Appeals later said that the preliminary injunction only applied to the attorney general’s office, meaning that providers could get charged with a felony by some county prosecutors. Attorneys representing Whitmer and Democratic prosecutors argued that allowing county prosecutors to decide whether to enforce the 1931 ban would cause confusion and force many providers to cease all abortion services. “We can’t expect doctors to read the minds of a prosecutor and to try to figure out what a prosecutor thinks that life-saving exception means. That is precisely what would happen if the preliminary injunction is not issued,” Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit said during closing arguments Thursday. Kallman said in closing arguments that granting a preliminary injunction isn’t how laws should be changed. “It’s the right of all the people of the state of Michigan to weigh in and vote or go through their representatives and do it through the proper legislative and elected process to change a law,” Kallman said. A ballot initiative seeking to enshrine abortion rights into the state’s constitution turned in 753,759 signatures in July and is expected to ultimately decide the status of abortion access in Michigan. The amendment awaits final approval for the November ballot by the state’s Board of Canvassers. The status of abortion in Michigan is expected to drastically impact the battleground state’s November general election, where Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel, also a Democrat, have made abortion rights a centerpiece of their reelection campaigns. “Absent this preliminary injunction, physicians face a very real threat of prosecution depending on where they practice,” Nessel said in a statement issued following Friday’s ruling. ___ Joey Cappelletti is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.kxii.com/2022/08/19/judge-prosecutors-cannot-enforce-michigans-abortion-ban/	2022-08-19T16:44:49Z
Postage stamps cost more starting Monday Published: Jul. 11, 2022 at 7:42 AM CDT\|Updated: 12 minutes ago (CNN) - The U.S. Postal Service raised the price of mailing a first-class letter effective Sunday. A “Forever Stamp” will cost 60 cents when the post office opens Monday. In addition to the two-cent price increase on first-class stamps, other postal services will also cost more. Postcard stamps, certified mail and money order fees will be among the services subjected to rate hikes. The U.S. Postal Service said the hikes amount to about a 6.5% increase across the board. They point out the added expense is still less than the rate of inflation, which is nearly 8%. Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.	https://www.kxii.com/2022/07/11/postage-stamps-cost-more-starting-monday/	2022-07-11T12:56:35Z
Company Culture Leads to a Winning Portfolio DOTHAN, Ala., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that many of the Marriott brand hotels they manage received accolades and awards at the recent Marriott Select Brands (MSB) Owner Franchisee Conference. LBA attributes this recognition to their culture, helping to create a portfolio of hotels that rise above the rest. The 2021 winners are: - Dwayne Massengale - Moxy Chattanooga Downtown – Captain of the Year - Moxy Chattanooga Downtown – Hotel of the Year & Highest Guest Satisfaction - Courtyard Houston North/Shenandoah – Platinum Circle Award - Courtyard Houston Heights/I-10 – Gold Circle Award - Courtyard Fort Worth Historic Stockyards – Silver Circle Award - Fairfield Inn & Suites Lebanon – Platinum Circle Award - Fairfield Inn & Suites Conway – Silver Circle Award - Fairfield Inn & Suites Houston League City – Silver Circle Award - SpringHill Suites Lafayette South at River Ranch – Silver Circle Award - TownePlace Suites Franklin Cool Springs – Silver Circle Award - TownePlace Suites Orlando Altamonte Springs/Maitland – Silver Circle Award The annual awards are based on guest satisfaction surveys (GSS) and how likely a guest is to recommend the property to future guests. A Platinum Circle winner represents a hotel with a GSS score in the top 5% of the brand. A Gold Circle winner represents a hotel with a GSS score in the top 10% of the brand. And a Silver Circle winner has a GSS score in the top 20% of the brand. "We believe our company culture is what separates us from the rest and that starts with our people. We build teams with people who love what they do and we hire leaders who honor teamwork and respect, while understanding that people are our most valuable resource, says Beau Benton, President, LBA Hospitality. "One of the tenets of this culture is the belief that it is important to celebrate our success. These awards celebrate the exceptional dedication of hotels and team members and the hard work they do every day. We congratulate these outstanding LBA winners!" Established in 1973, LBA Hospitality is one of the leading hotel management, development, and consulting companies in the US. With an extensive portfolio of hotels located in the Southeast and Southwest, the company is a recognized leader developing and operating the most respected brands under franchise licenses of Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, and InterContinental Hotel Group. For more than four decades, LBA Hospitality has continued to set a higher standard in hotel development, management, and guest satisfaction, resulting in sustained, profitable growth for owners. For more information, visit www.lbahospitality.com. Contact: Judy Cluck Vice President of Sales and Marketing Larry Blumberg & Associates, Inc. 678-977-8316 judyc@lbaproperties.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE LBA Hospitality	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/07/lba-hospitality-takes-home-numerous-awards-marriott-conference/	2022-07-07T13:56:14Z
New funds will scale Syrup's AI-powered platform, expand its reach and increase use cases along the end-to-end inventory planning workflow NEW YORK, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Syrup Tech, the AI-powered predictive software platform for inventory excellence in commerce, raised $6.3m in funding led by Gradient Ventures, Google's AI-focused venture fund. The round also included Flybridge Capital, Firstminute Capital, Rackhouse Ventures, as well as Angel investors incl. (former) executives at Adidas, Bonobos, Salesforce, ASOS, ThredUp, Casper, Zalando, and Stripe. 1984 Ventures, who led the company's pre-seed round last year, continued investing in this round. "Inventory planning is such a critical function that drives any brand or retailers' profitability and sustainability – and yet, it's managed by spreadsheets and bad legacy software," said James Theuerkauf, CEO and Co-Founder of Syrup. "Syrup provides predictive software that delivers AI-driven recommendations on orders and allocations directly to merchandise planners, driving full-price sell-thru, more efficient workflows, and less waste." The funding will be used to service new and existing demand from Syrup's fast-growing list of customers, as well as develop new modules and features. The funding comes on the heels of Syrup winning the SXSW 2022 competition in the "Enterprise and Smart Data" category in Austin, TX earlier this year. "Today, it's harder than ever to accurately forecast inventory demand due to macroeconomic factors like supply chain disruptions and labor shortages," said Zachary Bratun-Glennon, Partner at Gradient Ventures. "With Syrup, merchandisers and planners can easily access rich datasets to inform their inventory plans down to the SKU, which is critical for any company looking to optimize their business. We're proud to back James and his team and look forward to what's next." As omni-channel brands and retailers look to migrate from excel-based planning and poor legacy systems, Syrup provides an intuitive, AI-based system that generates recommendations for merchandisers and planners, empowering them with data-driven decision support. The proprietary technology plugs into internal systems to analyze internal data (e.g. transactions, e-comm, marketing, inventory data), that is enhanced with external sources (e.g. social media trends, weather). Syrup's recommendations are powered both by advanced forecasting and stochastic optimization models. Syrup's customers are seeing double digit increases in profit margins through reductions in stock-outs, significant reductions in excess inventory and waste, while more efficient and less manual workflows are giving time back to highly stretched merchandising teams. About Syrup Tech Syrup Tech is an AI-powered predictive software venture for inventory excellence in commerce. Syrup's mission is to pave the way for a world where commerce is no longer a wasteful industry. The company's decision-support engine is empowering merchandisers and planners at omni-channel brands and retailers to make data-driven inventory decisions. Syrup was founded in 2020 and is based in New York. For more information, visit www.syrup.tech. About Gradient Ventures Gradient Ventures, Google's AI-focused venture fund, helps founders build transformational companies. The fund focuses on helping founders navigate the challenges in developing new technology products, using the latest best practices in recruiting, marketing, design, and engineering so that great ideas can come to life. Gradient was founded in 2017 and is based in Palo Alto, California. For more information, visit www.gradient.com. Contact: hello@syrup.tech View original content: SOURCE Syrup Tech	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/13/gradient-ventures-leads-63m-investment-predictive-saas-inventory-commerce-venture-syrup-tech/	2022-07-13T14:04:11Z
Still a lot of uncertainty with path of Fiona next week Good chance for P.M. storms Friday SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - As of 11 p.m. Thursday tropical storm Fiona is still having a hard time with some moderate westerly winds or shear and dry air. Winds remain at 60 mph with gusts up to 70 mph mainly well east of the center. Fairly strong winds from the west along with some relatively dry air is keeping Fiona from becoming a strong wind storm at this time. Fiona continues to move to the west at around 15 mph with winds up to 60 mph. There are tropical storm warnings up for the northern leeward islands. A tropical storm watch is in effect for Puerto Rico and the U.S. and British Islands in the Caribbean which will turn to warnings later in the day on Friday. Conditions are expected to stay rather hostile for development over the next 5 days. The cone has shifted south and more toward the west this keeps Florida in play. The latest GFS or U.S. forecast model which had been projecting the storm well east of the Bahamas and Florida next week has now shifted well to the west much closer to the Bahamas and Florida by next Wednesday. The uncertainty of where the center of Fiona will be next week will be determined by how strong the storm is while moving around or over Hispaniola and the high pressure to the north of it. There is a chance it could disrupt the circulation and bring it back down to a tropical depression or a much weaker tropical storm by Tuesday as it emerges into the SW Atlantic. It is still too far out to say whether Florida will see a direct impact from Fiona but it’s trending that way for now with the EURO showing it nearing SE FL by Friday (9/23) of next week. The storm is not expected to be a big wind storm as it moves near Puerto Rico but life threatening flash flooding and mudslides will be an issue Sunday and early Monday. Stay tuned to ABC7 and our ABC7 First Alert Weather app to keep up any changes that will be sure to occur over the upcoming week. Our weather will be wet at times on Friday with a 30% chance for scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms along the coast in the morning and then shifting inland later in the afternoon. During the early evening some of those storms will work back toward the coast from 6p.m. until 9 p.m. The rain chance jumps to 70% later in the day. Skies will be partly cloudy through much of the morning with increasing cloudiness by mid afternoon. Saturday the rain chances stay high at 70% for mainly late day storms and some of those storms will produce some locally heavy rain at times which could cause some minor flooding concerns. The high on Saturday will be around 90 degrees. The rain chances will lower a bit on Sunday under partly cloudy skies with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s. Copyright 2022 WWSB. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/09/16/still-lot-uncertainty-with-path-fiona-next-week/	2022-09-16T05:33:10Z
QUEBEC CITY, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Beach House Shake, the leading brand of composite shingle in North America, has launched a new design-inspired website at www.BeachHouseShake.com. Engineered to provide the beauty of cedar shingles without the cupping, checking, discoloration or maintenance inherent with natural cedar, Beach House Shake was introduced in 2017 by Derby Building Products. The new website is designed to showcase Beach House Shake's great looks and long-term durability through a scenic user journey. Evoking an emotional connection, the site transports visitors to shorelines, tall grasses, and even lush forests to feel the inspiration behind the four product colorways – Sandcastle, Atlantica, Hatteras, and Pacifica. A state of relaxation is hard to resist as the website is filled with images that depict dream homes in many different locations. The site, which toggles easily between English and French Canadian, also has a visualizer to allow users to see how Beach House Shake would look on any home. Then, a user can simply click "Get Started" to locate U.S. and Canadian dealers. "It doesn't take long for cedar to begin aging - often turning dark in as little as a year," said Michael Morris, VP of Sales for Derby Building Products. "Our new Beach House Shake website allows homeowners to really see the difference. With Beach House Shake, anyone can have the look of cedar shake they desire – at a precise moment in time – and then retain that specific look without worrying about discoloration, decay, or the maintenance cycle required with natural cedar." Available across North America, Beach House Shake, is a high-performance composite shingle that delivers classic beauty without compromise. Architecturally accurate, Beach House Shake has straight, squared edges, a unique edge grain texture, and genuine saw cuts on the surface. And thanks to its unique KAPGUARD® with Kynar® coating, Beach House Shake is guaranteed to stand up to the most severe weather without degradation. Beach House Shake is backed by a 20-year "Beautiful Freedom" warranty in addition to a 50-year Performance Plus Limited Warranty. It is also Miami Dade-approved for high wind and high impact resistance in High Velocity Hurricane Zones. Visit the new website at www.BeachHouseShake.com About Tando Tando's exterior building products leverage innovation and manufacturing technology to solve market challenges such as labor shortages, long lead times, and moisture concerns all while meeting consumer demand for mixed material exteriors and low maintenance. From launching the first polymer shake over 40 years ago to developing the #1 brand of Composite Stone, Tando has a proven history of creating new categories, including TandoStone®, Beach House Shake®, and TandoShake®. Tando is owned by Derby Building Products. Visit www.tandobp.com or www.beachhouseshake.com. View original content: SOURCE Derby Building Products	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/05/16/beach-house-shake-launches-new-website-connecting-beauty-relaxation-leading-composite-shake/	2022-05-16T14:43:19Z
Megdelawit Anbese, computer science major from Tennessee, receives four-year Aura STEM Scholarship WASHINGTON, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aura, the leader in intelligent safety for consumers, today announced that it will provide a four-year scholarship to an exemplary, incoming freshman at HBCU Howard University in Washington, D.C. Megdelawit Anbese, a student in Howard University's College of Engineering and Architecture, will receive the inaugural scholarship -- $260,000 over her four years of study, covering all college expenses including tuition, textbooks, food, housing and living expenses. "Creating a safer internet for everyone requires a workforce that reflects the diversity of the world around us. Teams with varied perspectives and unique lived experiences drive more innovative solutions that work better for more people," said Aura founder and CEO, Hari Ravichandran. "We are proud to support a pipeline of talent underrepresented in our industry by offering Ms. Anbese our inaugural Aura STEM Scholarship. A U.S. immigrant and first in her family to attend college, she overcame unique challenges in the pursuit of her dream: to obtain a degree in Computer Science and contribute to reversing the gender gap in technology." Data from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission shows that 8.3 percent of computer and mathematical jobs were held by Black or African American people, while other estimates suggest only 2.5 percent of science and engineering employees in the U.S. were Black women. By funding the Aura STEM Scholarship at Howard University, the company seeks to foster a future workforce and industry that is as diverse as the population that it aims to protect online. "We are grateful for the inaugural Aura STEM Scholarship Fund and are confident that Ms. Megdelawit Anbese will thrive at Howard University as she pursues her Bachelor of Science degree in computer science. This scholarship will provide Ms. Anbese the financial freedom to focus on her studies and take full advantage of the academic and experiential learning opportunities at Howard. We expect the outcome of Aura's investment in Ms. Anbese to be a future leader who will make significant contributions to society as a computer scientist who embodies the motto 'Excellence in Truth and Service'," said John M. M. Anderson, dean of the Howard University College of Engineering and Architecture. "Growing up, it was hard to envision myself in a STEM field, considering the shortage of women, and an even smaller percentage of women of color in the field," said Megdelawit Anbese. "I'm sure there have been brilliant women in the past who have passed up a possible career in STEM because they couldn't afford it, and scholarships like this one from Aura help to open the door for many more women. I hope that one day, not only will I be a role model for individuals in my community, but that I will also demonstrate that, despite the barriers that women face, a career in STEM is attainable." To learn more about Aura how it is investing in next generation talent through STEM education and mentoring, please visit https://www.aura.com/aura-cares#inclusion. About Aura Aura, the leader in intelligent safety solutions, provides all-in-one digital protection for consumers. We understand that the online safety needs of each individual are unique and require a personalized solution. By bringing together security, privacy and parental controls on an intelligent platform, Aura makes adaptive and proactive digital safety accessible to everyone. Visit www.aura.com. About Howard University Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, research university that is comprised of 14 schools and colleges. Students pursue more than 140 programs of study leading to undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University operates with a commitment to Excellence in Truth and Service and has produced one Schwarzman Scholar, three Marshall Scholars, four Rhodes Scholars, 12 Truman Scholars, 25 Pickering Fellows and more than 165 Fulbright recipients. Howard also produces more on-campus African American Ph.D. recipients than any other university in the United States. For more information on Howard University, visit www.howard.edu. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Aura	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/14/aura-invests-underrepresented-tech-talent-with-howard-university-stem-scholarship/	2022-06-14T13:16:03Z
Speedee Labs Will Focus on Innovation, Driving the Customer and Restaurant Team Experience Forward CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, McDonald's Corporation is announcing the establishment of a new facility, Speedee Labs, which will be focused on driving the customer experience and supporting restaurant teams through innovation, at its global headquarters (MHQ) located at 110 N. Carpenter Street in Chicago's West Loop neighborhood. An example of McDonald's commitment to the city of Chicago, this new facility will bring teams from McDonald's corporate office and the existing Innovation Center (IC) in Romeoville, IL together in a new innovative environment creating more opportunities for collaboration and end-to-end development of restaurant solutions and technologies. Introduced in 1948, McDonald's Speedee Service System revolutionized the way a restaurant could operate. New kitchen processes streamlined crew responsibilities, making it easier than ever to serve customers efficiently. Now, through Speedee Labs, McDonald's will continue to define tomorrow's restaurant solutions. "Our customers' and restaurant teams' needs are changing, and meeting their expectations requires us to work together in new ways," said Manu Steijaert, McDonald's Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer. "Just as the creation of McDonald's Customer Experience team brought key aspects of our business strategy together, the creation of Speedee Labs will enable more of our customers, restaurant teams, markets and global teams to contribute to our innovation, while driving growth and creating more seamless and memorable McDonald's experiences." The new facility will utilize a combination of McDonald's existing footprint as well as an additional 15,000 square feet in leased space within the same building as MHQ, furthering McDonald's innovation strategy and delivering solutions for a new generation of customers. Speedee Labs is expecting a phased opening to begin in the second half of 2023, which is when teams currently operating services out of the IC will relocate to MHQ. McDonald's moved its headquarters from Oak Brook, IL to Chicago's West Loop in 2018. In the 12 months ending June 30, 2022, MHQ saw more than 11,000 visitors to the building - a figure expected to increase with the creation of Speedee Labs. Additionally, in that same time span, McDonald's System had a total impact of approximately $2B on the economy of Cook County. "I am thrilled that McDonald's is continuing to bet on Chicago by adding Speedee Labs to their global headquarters," said Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot. "This new addition will draw even more visitors from around the world to our city, and I look forward to welcoming them as they come to collaborate and innovate with this iconic brand." Since opening in 1995, McDonald's IC has offered live restaurant testing – and more recently remote, and simulation-based training – to help the global McDonald's System refine operations and develop new solutions to improve experiences for customers and restaurant teams in nearly 40,000 restaurants around the world. The IC has long been a hub for collaboration among the company, suppliers and franchisees on customer-facing solutions and driving innovation within the System. Many strategic initiatives for the McDonald's System, including streamlined kitchen processes, updated cooking methods, McDelivery and Mobile Order and Pay, were developed or tested at the Innovation Center. McDonald's plans to relocate all jobs from its Innovation Center in Romeoville to MHQ's Speedee Labs, adding to its Cook County workforce. In total, in the 12 months ending June 30, 2022, the McDonald's System supported more than 14,000 jobs in Cook County. View original content: SOURCE McDonald's Corporation	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/14/mcdonalds-open-speedee-labs-within-companys-chicago-global-headquarters/	2022-09-14T19:33:49Z
NORMAN, Okla., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wildcat Press announces the publication of Oklahoma oilman Bill Dutcher's memoir, "How Did I Do That? A Life of Risk and Reward." Dutcher, who founded independent oil and gas producer Anadarko Minerals, Inc. in 1990, describes his life as "a balancing act on a roller coaster." "My goal in writing the book is to show what a balanced life looks like," Dutcher explains. "My goal in life has been to balance my family life as a husband, father and grandfather with my love of basketball, business, and writing." The book recounts the unconventional path he has taken since his boyhood in the oil company town of Bartlesville, Oklahoma. His adventures there included stints as a class clown in grade school, borderline juvenile delinquent in junior high, and decent halfback and point guard in high school. After majoring in journalism and walking on for basketball at the University of Oklahoma, he served four years in the Navy, with assignments in the Philippines and the Pentagon, during the Vietnam war era. After a brief career as a newspaper reporter and an introduction to the oil and gas industry as a public relations consultant and lobbyist, he ventured out on his own, turning a $500 investment into a natural gas consulting company, an oil and gas producing company, and a real estate company. At the age of 60, Dutcher launched a 14-year battle with Father Time, played out in basketball fantasy camps run by hoop legends like Michael Jordan, Dewayne Wade, and Mike Krzyzewski. He is probably the only player to have competed against both Harlem Globetrotter Marques Haynes and NBA All Star Trae Young. "Father Time is tough opponent," Dutcher observes. "The guy is just relentless. You push him and he pushes back." "Apparently, my memoir has sent reviewers around the nation scrambling for their thesauri, looking for appropriate words of praise," the author jokes. His book received The Literary Titan Silver Award, after their reviewer came up with "witty and charming" plus "compelling and engaging", not to mention "fascinating and captivating." The reviewer added: "Dutcher's writing comes off conversational, so it feels like you are having a conversation with your grandpa." A review by BookLife, appearing recently in Publishers Weekly, described the book as "An inviting account of the life well lived, in business and basketball. It added: "Dutcher proves an appealing, incisive narrator." The Prairies Book Review described the book as "Candid, gripping, original and occasionally funny" and concluded: "A stunner." Readers' Favorite reported: "Readers are carried along through a balanced mix of hilarious and exciting exploits, profound words of advice, and serious, thought-provoking issues. A writer for Pubby Reviews added: "So good. A heartwarming memoir. Funny at times, poignant at times, this memoir reads like a well-written novel." The book is available from Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Learn more at the book's website: www.WildcatPress.partners, or email the author at dutch@wildcatpress.partners. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Wildcat Press, LLC	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/03/wildcat-press-publishes-bill-dutchers-memoir-how-did-i-do-that-life-risk-reward/	2022-06-03T17:42:50Z
The Study Shows Americans Are Redefining Health in the Second Half of Life WASHINGTON, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Older Americans are not only the happiest adult Americans as a whole, but also consider themselves healthier and more financially secure than those in their 40s and 50s, reveals a new study published in AARP Bulletin. The "Second Half of Life Study," conducted with National Geographic, surveyed thousands of adults age 18 to 90 to explore how Americans perceive their current life, their expectations for the future and aging in general as we emerge from the COVID pandemic. About two-thirds of adults over 80 said that they were living their "best possible life" or close to it, compared with just 1 in 5 younger adults. The study disproves many common misconceptions about aging and suggests that greater focus should be put on adults in their 40s and 50s, who reported higher levels of stress and worry and lower levels of life satisfaction and health than older Americans. The Bulletin breaks down the data to reveal: - How Americans are redefining what it means to be healthy, and how "healthy but with chronic conditions" is becoming the new norm - Why younger adults' expectations of retirement are much different from the experiences of older respondents - How personal connections contribute to our quality of life as people get older - And much more Also in the June issue: Your Money - The Rewards of Continuing to Work in Retirement: Working in retirement might sound like a contradiction in terms, but that's not necessarily the case. Part-time, freelance, consulting, or volunteer work can add to your retirement satisfaction and round out your schedule. In this month's issue, learn 8 good reasons to keep working after retirement, only one having to do with money. - Who's Policing Your Money: If your house gets burglarized, you know exactly who to call. But if a money manager, debt collector, insurer or scammer does you wrong, who is the police on the beat? This ultra-practical guide shows you what local, state or federal "cops" are on the beat and should be the ones to call. - Live Well for Less: Don't Overpay for Your Cereal! Grocery delivery services have become the new norm since COVID struck, but at what financial cost? Columnist Lisa Lee Freeman reveals all the secret charges and price hikes you might be paying to get groceries brought to your door and shows how to get home delivery in a way that's financially fair to all. Fraud Watch - Hear these words? Hang up!: Can you identify the signs of a fraudulent phone call? The Bulletin shares texts from seven actual phone-scam pitches gathered by AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline and challenges you to find the word or phrase that reveals it's a fraud. Read this month's "Fraud Watch" issue to learn the signs of a scam call, when to engage, and when you should hang up. Your Health - The Dangers of the Sugary Drink Trend: Designer sodas, fresh pressed juices and smoothies, chocolaty frappes, bubble teas – we now have more fancy store-bought drink options than ever before! But this is not necessarily a healthy trend. Many of these popular new drinks are shockingly high in sugar, which puts you at greater risk for several health conditions. In this month's issue, learn about the pitfalls of the sweet-drink trend and five practical ways to cut back. About AARP AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org, www.aarp.org/espanol or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspanol and @AARPadvocates, @AliadosAdelante on social media. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AARP	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/03/aarp-bulletin-exclusive-aarpnational-geographic-second-half-life-research-8-reasons-keep-working-after-retirement-tips-avoiding-1-consumer-scam-america-much-more/	2022-06-03T16:18:24Z
Fed is hoping August hiring report will show slowdown WASHINGTON (AP) — Raging inflation has so scrambled the economy that it’s come to this: If Friday’s jobs report for August were to show a significant hiring slowdown, the Federal Reserve — and even the White House — would likely welcome it. The government is expected to report that employers added 300,000 jobs last month, according to a survey of economists by the data provider FactSet. That would be down from a blockbuster gain of 528,000 in July and an average of about 440,000 over the past three months. The unemployment rate is expected to remain at 3.5%, FactSet says, matching a half-century low. The August jobs report will be issued at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time. A weaker pace of hiring should help moderate wage increases and lift hopes that inflation pressures are starting to ease. That, in turn, would help the Fed make progress toward its goal of conquering high inflation, which is near a four-decade high. Many companies pass along their higher labor costs to customers through price increases. Conversely, when wages rise more slowly, businesses have less need to raise prices. Chair Jerome Powell and other Fed officials have increasingly stressed their determination to tame inflation even at the cost of damaging the economy. In a major speech in Jackson Hole, Wyoming last week, Powell underscored the Fed’s tight focus on curbing inflation and said he was prepared to continue raising short-term interest rates and keep them elevated to achieve that goal. He warned that the Fed’s inflation fight would likely cause pain for Americans in the form of a weaker economy and job losses. The stock market has fallen every day since that speech as fears that the Fed may cause a recession have escalated. Powell also said the job market is “clearly out of balance,” with demand for workers “substantially exceeding” the available supply. Indeed, the government reported this week that the number of available jobs rose in July to a near-record high, after three months of declines. There are roughly two open jobs for every unemployed worker, a sign that many companies are still desperate to hire and may keep raising wages to do so. “I don’t think the Fed is rooting for a poor jobs report, but they are certainly not rooting for a repeat of July,” when hiring accelerated and wage increases were strong, said Gregory Daco, chief economist at Parthenon-EY. “They are going to want to see some moderation.” The central bank has raised its short-term rate to a range of 2.25% to 2.5% this year, after the fastest series of increases since it began using its short-term rate to influence the economy in the early 1990s. It has projected that its key rate will reach a range of 3.25% to 3.5% by year’s end. Those rate hikes have made borrowing and spending steadily more expensive for individuals and businesses. The housing market, in particular, has been weakened by higher loan rates. If Friday’s jobs report is another strong one, with substantial hiring and rapid wage growth, the Fed could opt to announce another sizable three-quarter-point hike when it meets later this month, after similar rate increases in June and July. The jobs figures will also help fill out the economic backdrop as this fall’s congressional elections intensify. Republicans have pointed to high inflation to try to pummel Democrats in midterm campaigns. The Biden administration has pushed back and claimed credit for a robust pace of job growth. Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, told reporters this week that “we’re expecting job numbers to cool off a bit.” The administration has been saying for months that it expects the economy to move to slower but still-steady growth after a swift economic rebound from the pandemic that came with a burst of inflation. Wages are rising at the fastest pace in decades as employers scramble to fill jobs at a time when fewer Americans are working or seeking work in the aftermath of the pandemic. Average hourly pay jumped 5.2% in July from a year earlier. Still, that was less than the 5.6% year-over-year in March, which was the largest annual increase in 15 years of records outside of the spring of 2020, when the pandemic struck. Higher wages aren’t necessarily inflationary if they are accompanied by greater efficiencies — if, for example, workers use machines or technology to produce more output. But worker efficiency, or productivity, has tumbled in the past year. Loretta Mester, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, said Wednesday that “current wage increases are not consistent with inflation returning to our 2% goal” and that she thought with worker productivity so low, wage growth would have to slow to 3.5% or so to reduce inflation. Yet some skeptics warn that the Fed may be focusing excessively on the strength of the job market when other indicators indicate that the economy is noticeably weakening. Consumer spending, for example, and manufacturing have slowed. The central bank might raise rates too far as a result, to the point where it causes a deeper recession than might be needed to conquer inflation. “They run a risk of not realizing how much those rate hikes are restraining economic growth, if they’re just looking at the really strong employment gains,” said Jonathan Pingle, chief U.S. economist at Swiss bank UBS. “You could end up risking over tightening or moving too fast, too soon.” The economic picture is highly uncertain, with the healthy pace of hiring and low unemployment at odds with the government’s estimate that the economy shrank in the first six months of this year, which is one informal definition of a recession. Yet a related measure of the economy’s growth, which focuses on incomes, shows that it is still expanding, if at a weak pace. So far, the Fed’s rate hikes have severely dented the housing market. With the average rate on a 30-year mortgage reaching 5.66% last week — double the level of a year ago — sales of existing homes have fallen for six straight months. Consumers have moderated their spending in the face of much higher prices, though they spent more in July even after adjusting for inflation. But companies’ investment in new equipment has slowed, indicating they have an increasingly cautious outlook on the economy. ____ AP Writer Josh Boak contributed to this report. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.kxii.com/2022/09/02/fed-is-hoping-august-hiring-report-will-show-slowdown/	2022-09-02T12:07:38Z
CHICAGO, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EVERSANA, the pioneer of next-generation commercial services to the global life sciences industry, and Accord BioPharma, the U.S. specialty division of Intas Pharmaceuticals, Ltd., today announced a partnership to support the recent launch of CAMCEVI® (leuprolide) 42mg injection emulsion for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer in adults. Accord BioPharma is heading distribution in the United States. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the New Drug Application (NDA) for CAMCEVI from Foresee Pharmaceuticals on May 25, 2021. CAMCEVI is the first-ever ready-to-inject sterile formulation of leuprolide for subcutaneous injection that comes in a pre-filled syringe with no mixing required. In an open-label, single-arm study of 137 adults who received 42mg of CAMCEVI on Day 0 and Week 24, CAMCEVI offered consistent testosterone suppression to castrate levels after the initial injection, from Week 4 to Week 48.1 CAMCEVI should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to GnRH or GnRH analogs due to possible anaphylactic reactions.1 CAMCEVI, like other GnRH agonists, causes a transient increase in serum levels of testosterone during the first week of treatment, which can cause transient worsening of symptoms. As with other GnRH agonists, cases of ureteral obstruction, spinal cord compression, have been observed, which may contribute to paralysis with or without fatal complications.1 Click here for full Prescribing Information. Leveraging the power of the company's integrated solutions, EVERSANA will provide multiple services to Accord BioPharma for CAMCEVI, including field deployment solutions, training, and the company's comprehensive data and analytics platform. Together, EVERSANA and Accord BioPharma will empower specialized pharmaceutical sales teams with the resources they need to connect with clinicians across the country to drive adoption of this therapy. "Accord Healthcare has been offering quality pharmaceutical products in the U.S. and globally since the early 2000s. Through this strategic partnership with EVERSANA for the launch of CAMCEVI, we are excited to sharpen Accord BioPharma's focus on specialty pharmaceuticals. This will help us enable better access to therapy for advanced prostate cancer patients across the U.S.," said Binish Chudgar, Managing Director - Accord Healthcare and Accord BioPharma. "The commercialization of therapies, especially in oncology, requires deep knowledge of the industry and rich data on point-of-care options to help the treatment get to those patients in need," said Jim Lang, CEO, EVERSANA. "It's why we built EVERSANA, to support the needs of clients like Accord BioPharma and help bring innovative drugs like CAMCEVI to market." EVERSANA will also provide additional services to Accord BioPharma as part of the commercialization agreement. EVERSANA brings extensive experience in the oncology sector, including patient services, channel management, medical information, pharmacovigilance and more. "Accord BioPharma is committed to going beyond biology when it comes to drug development. Creating therapies that people will use is not just about following the science, but about pursuing innovative thinking in healthcare," said Chrys Kokino, U.S. president of Accord BioPharma. "EVERSANA's services, experience, and depth of commercial solutions make them the ideal partner for us in pursuing that commitment." Do not use CAMCEVI in patients with hypersensitivity to GnRH, GnRH agonist analogs, or any of the components of CAMCEVI as anaphylactic reactions to these drugs have been reported in the medical literature. CAMCEVI, like other GnRH agonists, causes a transient increase in serum levels of testosterone during the first week of treatment which can cause transient worsening of symptoms. As with other GnRH agonists, cases of ureteral obstruction, spinal cord compression, have been observed, which may contribute to paralysis with or without fatal complications. Patients with metastatic vertebral lesions and/or with urinary tract obstruction should be closely observed during the first few weeks of therapy. Hyperglycemia and an increased risk of developing diabetes have been reported in men receiving GnRH agonists. Blood glucose levels should be monitored and managed according to current clinical practice. Increased risk of myocardial infarction, sudden cardiac death, and stroke has been reported in association with the use of GnRH agonists. The risk appears low based on the reported odds ratios and should be evaluated carefully along with cardiovascular risk factors when determining a treatment for patients with prostate cancer. Patients should be monitored for cardiovascular disease and according to current clinical practice. Androgen deprivation therapy may prolong the QT interval. Consider periodic monitoring of electrocardiograms and electrolytes. Convulsions have been reported in patients receiving GnRH agonists, like CAMCEVI. Patients experiencing convulsions should be managed according to the current clinical practice. Monitor serum levels of testosterone following injection of CAMCEVI. Based on findings in animal studies and mechanism of action, CAMCEVI may cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women. The most common (≥10%) adverse reactions during a median follow-up of 336 days were hot flush, hypertension, injection site reactions, upper respiratory tract infections, musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and pain in extremities. EVERSANA™ is a leading provider of global services to the life sciences industry. The company's integrated solutions are rooted in the patient experience and span all stages of the product life cycle to deliver long-term, sustainable value for patients, prescribers, channel partners and payers. The company serves more than 500 organizations, including innovative start-ups and established pharmaceutical companies, to advance life sciences solutions for a healthier world. To learn more about EVERSANA, visit eversana.com or connect through LinkedIn and Twitter. Accord BioPharma, the U.S. specialty division of Intas Pharmaceuticals, Ltd., seeks to provide affordable, accessible, patient-centric therapies in oncology, immunology, and critical care. With a focus on improving the experience, Accord BioPharma goes beyond the biology of medicine to see disease from the patient's perspective and develop high-quality therapies that impact patient's lives. The founders of Accord BioPharma have dedicated their time, passion, and resources to focusing on specialty care and treatments, proactively developing better ways of working, and delivering enhanced therapies. For more information, Visit AccordBioPharma.com. References: 1. CAMCEVI. Prescribing Information. Accord BioPharma; May 2021. EVERSANA Contact: Matt Braun Director, Corporate Communications Matt.braun@eversana.com Accord BioPharma Contact: Nuvan Dassanaike Senior Vice President Digital and Marketing Strategy & Operations Cell: (412) 553-9955 CAMCEVI is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with advanced prostate cancer. Click here for full Prescribing Information. 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Each CMOS DNA chip carries 8.4 million unique oligos OAKLAND, Calif. and PISCATAWAY, N.J., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GenScript USA Inc., the world's leading life science research tools and services provider, announced today the debut of the highest throughput semiconductor chip for DNA synthesis in the industry at the annual Built With Biology global conference. Developed using GenScript's proprietary miniature semiconductor chip technology, the High-Density DNA Synthesis Chip allows the synthesis of 8.4 million unique oligos simultaneously, up to 170 bases per oligo. It is first commercial platform for DNA digital data storage. GenScript's next-generation DNA synthesis platform carries four chips, and more than 5.7 billion oligos may be synthesized in one run. Researchers encoded 100 Mb of mixed data types in the DNA to test the High-Density DNA Synthesis Chip's storage utility and retrieved 100% of the encoded data with no loss. "DNA could be a powerful medium for data storage given its theoretically limitless storage capacity, stability, and minimal maintenance requirements," said Cedric Wu, Ph.D., vice president of GenScript's Innovation Center. "However, our inability to quickly generate large numbers of DNA sequences to store new material has hindered its commercial promise. GenScript's semiconductor technology addresses DNA digital data storage's most vexing challenges. It is turning fiction into reality." The size of the global DataSphere is predicted to hit 160 trillion gigabytes by 2025, and the capacity to store it is running out. Storing data in large server farms is unsustainable in the long term, as it requires too much energy, land, maintenance, and money. GenScript's High-Density DNA Synthesis Chip's active electrode field has a density of over 2.5 million sites per square centimeter. Each electrode site on the chip is independently controlled and can produce a different high-fidelity oligo sequence at every location. GenScript's scientists have built robust pipelines and algorithms for quicker data encoding and decoding along with advanced error correction. Dr. Wu will share details on the platform and the company's preliminary DNA data storage results at a fireside chat today at 11:20 a.m. at the annual Built With Biology Conference. GenScript is actively seeking participants for a partnership program to expand the applicability of the data storage platform. In addition to DNA digital data storage, GenScript will be expanding the development of the High-Density DNA Synthesis Chip platform to enhanced targeted enrichment sequencing, precision mutant antibody/enzyme libraries, spatial genomics, and digital microfluidics. It is expected to be fully commercially available in the second half of 2022. About GenScript Biotech Corporation GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Based on its leading gene synthesis technology, GenScript has developed four major platforms including the global cell therapy platform, the biologics contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) platform, the contract research organization (CRO) platform and the industrial synthesis product platform. GenScript was founded in New Jersey, US in 2002 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2015. GenScript's business operation spans over 100 countries and regions worldwide, with legal entities located in the U.S., Mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Netherlands and Ireland. GenScript has provided premium, convenient, and reliable products and services for over 100,000 customers. GenScript has a number of intellectual property rights and technical secrets, including more than 100 patents and over 270 patent applications. As of December 31-st, 2020, GenScript's products and services have been cited by 52,500 peer-reviewed journal articles worldwide. For more information visit www.genscript.com. CONTACTS For GenScript Cedric Wu, Ph.D. Vice President cedric.wu@genscript.com For Media Susan Thomas Principal, Endpoint Communications (619) 540-9195 susan@endpointcommunications.net View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE GenScript	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/04/13/genscript-debuts-industrys-highest-throughput-dna-synthesis-platform-commercial-dna-digital-data-storage/	2022-04-13T18:33:38Z
CAUGHT ON CAM: Dog alerts family to intruder inside home WHEAT RIDGE, Colo. (KCNC) – A family in Colorado avoided an attempted home robbery, thanks to their brave dog. Police are now searching for the intruders. The couple had just picked up their child from day care, and when they returned home with their dog Phoebe, she quickly noticed there was a stranger inside. Natalie, who did not provide her last name, said Phoebe went to the back of the house immediately and started barking. “And then we saw a man run through our dining room,” Natalie said. The family ran out of the house and called 911. Seconds later, the intruder ran outside and jumped into a getaway car. The homeowners took photos of what police said was a stolen white Subaru. A surveillance camera also captured the female driver. The vehicle eventually ran a stop sign and struck another car entering the intersection. The suspects fled the vehicle at the scene, according to police. “They continued driving and then eventually dumped their essentially totaled vehicle on another random street in the neighborhood,” Joanna Small with Wheat Ridge police said. License plates and drug paraphernalia were found in the wrecked and abandoned getaway car. Phoebe’s owners are grateful she protected them. “We do know that she is protective of the house, but [we’re] definitely grateful that she was the one who encountered him and not us, because I don’t want to see a man in our house, face-to-face, who is trying to rob us,” Natalie said. Police are still searching for the suspects. Copyright 2022 KCNC via CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.	https://www.kxii.com/2022/05/27/caught-cam-dog-alerts-family-intruder-inside-home/	2022-05-27T21:55:30Z
, /PRNewswire/ -- This press release provides shareholders of Cohen & Steers Select Preferred and Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PSF) (the "Fund") with information regarding the sources of the distribution to be paid on and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date. In December 2016, the Fund implemented a managed distribution policy in accordance with exemptive relief issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The managed distribution policy seeks to deliver the Fund's long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions declared at a fixed rate per common share. The policy gives the Fund greater flexibility to realize long-term capital gains throughout the year and to distribute those gains on a regular monthly basis to shareholders. The Board of Directors of the Fund may amend, terminate or suspend the managed distribution policy at any time, which could have an adverse effect on the market price of the Fund's shares. The Fund's monthly distributions may include long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income and/or return of capital for federal income tax purposes. Return of capital includes distributions paid by the Fund in excess of its net investment income and net realized capital gains and such excess is distributed from the Fund's assets. A return of capital is not taxable; rather, it reduces a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares of the Fund. The amount of monthly distributions may vary depending on a number of factors, including changes in portfolio and market conditions. At the time of each monthly distribution, information will be posted to cohenandsteers.com and mailed to shareholders in a concurrent notice. However, this information may change at the end of the year because the final tax characteristics of the Fund's distributions cannot be determined with certainty until after the end of the calendar year. Final tax characteristics of all of the Fund's distributions will be provided on Form 1099-DIV, which is mailed after the close of the calendar year. The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year-to-date from the sources indicated. All amounts are expressed per common share. You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's managed distribution policy. The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income and capital gains; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with 'yield' or 'income'. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this Notice are only estimates, are likely to change over time, and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for accounting and tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The amounts and sources of distributions year-to-date may be subject to additional adjustments. *THE FUND WILL SEND YOU A FORM 1099-DIV FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR THAT WILL TELL YOU HOW TO REPORT THESE DISTRIBUTIONS FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES The Fund's Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return for fiscal year 2022 (January 1, 2022 through May 31, 2022) is set forth below. Shareholders should take note of the relationship between the Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return with the Fund's Cumulative Distribution Rate for 2022. In addition, the Fund's Average Annual Total Return for the five-year period ending May 31, 2022 is set forth below. Shareholders should note the relationship between the Average Annual Total Return with the Fund's Current Annualized Distribution Rate for 2022. The performance and distribution rate information disclosed in the table is based on the Fund's net asset value per share (NAV). The Fund's NAV is calculated as the total market value of all the securities and other assets held by the Fund minus the total liabilities, divided by the total number of shares outstanding. While NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's individual investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market. Fund Performance and Distribution Rate Information: Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expense of the Fund carefully before investing. You can obtain the Fund's most recent periodic reports, when available, and other regulatory filings by contacting your financial advisor or visiting cohenandsteers.com. These reports and other filings can be found on the Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR Database. You should read these reports and other filings carefully before investing. Shareholders should not use the information provided here in preparing their tax returns. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year indicating how to report Fund distributions for federal income tax purposes. Website: https://www.cohenandsteers.com Symbol: (NYSE: CNS) About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. Forward-Looking Statements This press release and other statements that Cohen & Steers may make may contain forward looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which reflect the company's current views with respect to, among other things, its operations and financial performance. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "seeks," "approximately," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates," or the negative versions of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. View original content: SOURCE Cohen & Steers, Inc.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/24/cohen-amp-steers-select-preferred-income-fund-inc-psf-notification-sources-distribution-under-section-19a/	2022-06-24T01:26:23Z
Baird's Global Consumer, Technology & Services Investors Conference and Stifel's Cross Sector Insight Investor Conference DOTHAN, Ala., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Construction Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROAD) (the "Company"), a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company specializing in the construction and maintenance of roadways across five southeastern states, today announced that it will participate in two upcoming investor conferences in June 2022. Members of the Company's management team are scheduled to meet with investors at the Baird 2022 Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference on June 6 and 7, 2022; the Company's "Fire Side Chat" discussion on June 6th at 2:35 p.m. Eastern Time/1:35 p.m. Central Time will be broadcast live over the internet and can be accessed via the Company's website at http://ir.constructionpartners.net/events-and-presentations. In addition, the Company will participate in the Stifel Cross Sector Insight Investor Conference on June 8, 2022. Construction Partners, Inc. is a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company operating across five southeastern states, with 57 hot-mix asphalt plants, 14 aggregate facilities and one liquid asphalt terminal. Publicly funded projects make up the majority of its business and include local and state roadways, interstate highways, airport runways and bridges. The majority of the Company's public projects are maintenance-related. Private sector projects include paving and sitework for office and industrial parks, shopping centers, local businesses and residential developments. To learn more, visit www.constructionpartners.net. Contact: Rick Black / Ken Dennard Dennard Lascar Investor Relations ROAD@DennardLascar.com (713) 529-6600 View original content: SOURCE Construction Partners, Inc.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/05/25/construction-partners-inc-participate-two-june-investor-conferences/	2022-05-25T21:07:49Z
Flint Hills Festival highlights the history of the Flint Hills MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Community members gathered at Blue Earth Plaza to learn more about the history of the Flint Hills. Vendors had hands on activities, including learning demonstrations, arts and crafts and educational booths to learn more about the Flint Hills. Musical groups performed a variety of musical genres throughout the day. The Flint Hills Discovery Center provides this event to continue providing educational opportunities to the community. “Our Flint Hills Festival is…the mission is to support our community, but we have people here that represent the Flint Hills themselves.” Flint Hills Discovery Center director, Susan Adams says. The Flint Hills Festival is in its 8th year and was free to attend. Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/05/07/flint-hills-festival-highlights-history-flint-hills/	2022-05-07T23:29:19Z
NEW YORK, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cohen & Steers, Inc. (NYSE: CNS) announced that it expects to release second quarter 2022 operating results after the market closes on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. The earnings release and accompanying earnings presentation will be available on the company's website at www.cohenandsteers.com under "Company—Investor Relations—Press Releases." The company will host a conference call on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. (ET) with access available via webcast and telephone. Chief executive officer and president, Joseph Harvey, chief financial officer, Matthew Stadler, and chief investment officer, Jon Cheigh, will review the company's operating results and outlook and be available for questions. Investors and analysts can access the live conference call by dialing 877-311-6681 (U.S.) or +1-212-231-2933 (international); passcode: 22019639. Participants should plan to register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. A replay of the call will be available for two weeks starting at approximately 12:00 p.m. (ET) on July 21, 2022 and can be accessed at 800-633-8284 (U.S.) or +1-402-977-9140 (international); passcode: 22019639. Internet access to the webcast, which includes audio (listen-only), will be available on the company's website at www.cohenandsteers.com under "Company—Investor Relations—Overview." The webcast will be archived on the website for one month. About Cohen & Steers Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong and Tokyo. View original content: SOURCE Cohen & Steers, Inc.	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/13/cohen-amp-steers-inc-release-second-quarter-2022-operating-results-july-20-2022/	2022-07-13T22:09:13Z
SHANGHAI, Sept. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dada Group (NASDAQ: DADA)'s Dada Now is a leading local on-demand delivery platform in China, providing indispensable delivery infrastructure to local retail in the new era. Bing FU, General Manager of Dada Now, gave a speech on the topic "AI empowers on-demand delivery infrastructure" at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) held in Shanghai, elaborating how to improve efficiency and bring better fulfillment experience for customers, merchants and riders. Dynamic match supply and demand AI technology has gradually evolved to a mature stage. Meanwhile, online and offline channels are integrating with the development of on-demand retail; the demands and scenarios of on-demand retail have becoming increasingly abundant; and the order volume has shown a trend of rapid growth. According to the "2022 On-demand Delivery Service White Paper" jointly released by LOG Research and Dada Now, from 2014 to 2021, the number of on-demand delivery orders grew explosively. The number of orders in 2021 was 30.85 billion, with a CAGR close to 60%. Different from traditional logistics that often require multi-day, local on-demand orders are omni-channel, full-scenario, full-category and full-time, with a requirement to be delivered within one hour. The increasing number and the features of delivery orders put forward higher requirements for delivery capacity. On the one hand, more riders are joining, and their working time and locations are constantly changing, posing a challenge for high-quality management and coordination. On the other hand, on-demand delivery has developed diverse types, including two-wheeled, four-wheeled and autonomous delivery. The question of how to ensure more efficient and stable fulfillment has become the key for the upgrade of the on-demand delivery industry. Bing FU noted, "Supply and demand sides of on-demand delivery are more random than traditional logistics, and AI technology is essential to match the two sides dynamically. Meanwhile, we also care about the feelings of customers, merchants and riders, while improving efficiency." Tech in last mile delivery Dada Now's smart order dispatch system can realize real-time dynamic match of massive orders and riders. Data shows that the order distribution system plans routes 176 million times per day, with the average order response time being within 10 milliseconds, and the average delivery time being about 30 minutes. For riders, the biggest "pain point" is to accurately locate the buildings where customers are. Based on the accumulated historical data from billions of riders, corresponding with the order address, Dada Now has adopted an AI analysis algorithm to effectively identify the building. Bing FU stated that the accuracy rate has been improved to 95.1%. The AI algorithm also factors in the riders' experience and safety as well. The riders may come across various situations during the whole process, including order picking, delivery and handing the order to customers. The AI algorithm identifies the possible time-consuming processes in different routes and estimates the time cost, dynamically extending the delivery time for riders, in order to optimize riders' experiences. Additionally, teaming up with JD Logistics and autonomous delivery vehicle developer White Rhino, Dada Now's autonomous delivery operation open system has already been applied in SEVEN FRESH, Yonghui Supermarket to cover a dozen neighborhoods, fulfilling nearly 50,000 orders. Compared with traditional delivery, unmanned vehicles feature lower delivery cost, larger carrying capacity, stronger stability, and higher safety, for one-hour delivery. Technological innovation brings the future into reality. Bing FU said, "From the integration of AI and on-demand delivery, we can see the AI is making the delivery smarter and offering a warmer experience. With technological innovation, we guarantee that our customers receive their orders within one hour, and ensure the riders' efficiency, experience and safety." View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE DADA GROUP	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/05/dada-now-waic-ai-brings-better-efficiency-customer-experience-on-demand-delivery/	2022-09-05T04:46:28Z
Manhattan woman reunited with trailer after December theft Published: Jul. 20, 2022 at 2:36 PM CDT\|Updated: 28 minutes ago MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - A Manhattan woman has been reunited with her trailer after it was stolen in December and recently found in Saline Co. The Riley County Police Department says around 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday, July 19, officers were called to the 700 block of Dondee Dr. with reports of theft. When officials arrived, they said a 46-year-old woman reported her red 1993 N Equip trailer was stolen in December 2021. The trailer had been found in Saline Co. and returned to her. RCPD said the theft cost the woman about $1,200. Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/07/20/manhattan-woman-reunited-with-trailer-after-december-theft/	2022-07-20T20:05:50Z
PITTSBURGH, May 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The United Steelworkers (USW) today said that the union has reached a tentative agreement on a new, four-year master contract with Arconic (NYSE: ARNC) covering roughly 3,400 workers in Davenport, Iowa; Alcoa, Tenn.; Lafayette, Ind.; and Massena, N.Y. USW District 11 Director Emil Ramirez, who chaired the negotiations, said the tentative agreement features substantial wage and benefit improvements for all Arconic employees. "For their outstanding work throughout the pandemic and beyond, USW members have earned and deserve a fair agreement," Ramirez said. "The unity and solidarity of our membership across all of the Arconic locations enabled us to negotiate improved security for our earnings, benefits and jobs in this contract." The USW said that the proposed new contract increases wages by 20 percent over its term, maintains the current health care coverage with no premium increases, improves pensions and includes the addition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a holiday. Members of the USW committee will now return to their locals to discuss the terms of the proposed agreement with workers with the unanimous recommendation that it be ratified. The USW represents 850,000 men and women employed in metals, mining, pulp and paper, rubber, chemicals, glass, auto supply and the energy-producing industries, along with a growing number of workers in tech, higher education, public sector and service occupations. More information, contact: Tony Montana – (412) 562-2592 or tmontana@usw.org View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE United Steelworkers (USW)	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/05/15/usw-announces-tentative-agreement-with-arconic-four-year-contract/	2022-05-15T13:49:42Z
Gun Violence is a Top Worry as Children Return to School WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The majority of adults agree that it is important for schools to play a key role in mental health, through educating students about the topic (86%), staff training (87%), or connecting students to mental health support (84%). When asked to rank their level of concern on seven issues negatively affecting K-12 students, adults ranked gun violence (55%), mental health (50%), and cyberbullying and social media (48%) among their top three highest concerns. COVID-19 was most likely to rank 7th with a quarter of parents (27%) marking it as least concerning. These findings are from the American Psychiatric Association (APA)'s Healthy Minds Monthly Poll, which was conducted by Morning Consult July 21 and 22, 2022, among a sample of 2,210 adults. "The overwhelming support for mental health programming in schools is so important for our next generation, as we face an unprecedented mental health crisis for adolescents and youth," said APA President Rebecca Brendel, M.D., J.D. "We must continue to support evidence-based practices that help children when they need it most." Most parents (73%) would be comfortable referring their child to a mental health professional if they noticed a concerning change in behavior. However, Black parents were less likely to report that they would be comfortable doing so (54%) than their White (76%) or Hispanic (72%) counterparts. Mothers were more likely to say so (77%) than fathers (67%). About half of parents surveyed indicated that they were still concerned about the pandemic's effect on their child's mental health (53%) and social skills (50%). A majority of adults said they believe their local K-12 schools have a guidance counselor (68%) or school nurse (63%) available for students; the numbers were smaller for school resource officers (48%), social workers (31%), psychologists (23%) or psychiatrists (13%); and 21% didn't know. Similar to last month's Healthy Minds Monthly poll results, 85% of adults reported they were anxious about inflation. Anxiety about climate change rose 4 percentage points to 60%, with a nine-point increase among Hispanics and a 17-point increase among Black adults. COVID-19-related anxiety rose 7 points to 55%, with significant increases among Black adults (+22), moms (+11), parents (+10) and Hispanics (+9). More than half (56%) of Americans indicated anxiety around the future of reproductive rights, up 6 points since July, and 70% were anxious about gun violence, an increase of 4 percentage points. "Many global issues are weighing on Americans' minds as we move into the end of summer," said APA CEO and Medical Director Saul Levin, M.D., M.P.A. "While the news can be stressful, taking action on an issue can help us to feel empowered, and for many, ensuring we aren't exposing ourselves to constant negative news can help." *APA's Healthy Minds Monthly tracks timely mental health issues throughout the year. For a copy of the results, contact press@psych.org, and learn more at psychiatry.org. View original content: SOURCE American Psychiatric Association	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/11/new-apa-poll-american-adults-largely-support-mental-health-programming-schools/	2022-08-11T17:23:17Z
PARIS (AP) — Marin Cilic is 33, nearly eight seasons past his one Grand Slam title at the 2014 U.S. Open — and, until Wednesday, more than four full years removed from his most recent trip to the semifinals of a major tournament. If he keeps serving like this, there’s no reason to think about quitting tennis anytime soon. Cilic delivered 33 aces to get to the final four at the French Open for the first time, edging No. 7 seed Andrey Rublev 5-7, 6-3, 6-4, 3-6, 7-6 (10-2) on Wednesday in a 4-hour, 10-minute test of strength and will. “Andrey played incredibly well. One had to go down,” the 20th-seeded Cilic said, “and today was my day.” The Croatian is the fifth active man to complete a full set of at least one semifinal run at all four Slam events, joining Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Andy Murray, each of whom has been ranked No. 1 and won multiple majors. Cilic was the runner-up to Federer at Wimbledon in 2017 and the Australian Open in 2018; the latter had been Cilic’s most recent trip to a Slam semifinal. On Friday, Cilic will take on No. 8 Casper Ruud or unseeded Holger Rune for a spot in the final. The other men’s semifinal is 13-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal, who eliminated Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals, against No. 3 Alexander Zverev. Ruud and Rune were playing each other Wednesday night for the last semifinal berth. Either way, Cilic will have a big edge in experience. His opponent will have youth on his side, either way: Ruud is 23; Rune just turned 19 in April. No matter. Cilic feels good these days. When he had a physical exam at the end of 2021, he said, his doctor told him: “Your body’s like 25.” Continued Cilic: “Don’t tell my wife I’m saying this, (but) I might be playing another 10 years.” All kidding aside, he said: “How long? We’ll see. But definitely three, four years, if I can be competitive like this.” He dropped Rublev’s career mark in major quarterfinals to 0-5. That was thanks in part to Cilic’s overwhelming ability to strike serves and groundstrokes for winners — 88 in all, more than twice as many as Rublev’s total of 35. “It was hard emotionally, because he played some games very well,” Cilic said. “When you play this long, there’s always be some ups and down, so I had to keep my focus.” Rublev twice displayed good sportsmanship, indicating early in the tiebreaker that one of Cilic’s strokes was indeed in and, earlier at 1-all in the fifth set, volunteering to replay a point after Cilic complained that a shot that was called out had touched a line. As part of an agreement among the four Grand Slam hosts to standardize one element of the sport, this is the first time the French Open has used a tiebreaker in fifth sets of men’s matches — and third sets of women’s matches. Cilic ran away with the first-to-10 format against Rublev, collecting the match’s last nine points after trailing 2-1 in the tiebreaker. The 6-foot-6 (1.98 meter) Cilic has one of the biggest serves on tour, and he delivered them at up to 133 mph (214 kph) on Wednesday, with an average speed of 123 mph (199 kph). He came up with three aces in the tiebreaker. “Almost all the important points he was winning with his serve,” Rublev said, “and was really, really tough to read or to return.” ___ More AP Tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports	https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/cilics-33-aces-put-him-in-1st-french-open-semi-at-age-33/	2022-06-02T16:53:06Z

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