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TORONTO, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Electra Battery Materials Corporation (NASDAQ: ELBM) (TSXV: ELBM) ("Electra") today announced the appointment of Craig Cunningham, a finance executive with 17 years of experience as Chief Financial Officer effective today. "Craig is a welcome addition to the Electra senior leadership team, bringing executive level leadership and more than 17 years of accounting, finance, operational, and capital markets experience," said Trent Mell, CEO of Electra Battery Materials. "We look forward to his many contributions as we execute on our strategy of becoming North America's first integrated battery materials park." Prior to joining Electra, Mr. Cunningham was Vice President and Regional Financial Officer at Kinross Gold where he oversaw finance, information technology, supply chain and logistics, and administration functions in Russia. Mr. Cunningham was responsible for accounting, budgeting, and procurement for key development projects as well as the integration of significant acquisitions. Mr. Cunningham held a series of progressively responsible roles while at Kinross beginning in 2010, including responsibility for projects designed to improve operational performance, maximize cash flow, and optimize working capital. Previously, Mr. Cunningham served in controller, risk management, and audit roles at Kik Custom Products, Loblaw Companies, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. "The adoption of electric vehicles will have a profound impact in tackling climate change and reducing carbon emissions globally," said Mr. Cunningham. "I am excited to be joining Electra, a company at the forefront of developing a secure and low-carbon supply chain of battery materials for the EV industry in North America, and where I can best utilize my strategic, entrepreneurial, and business skills and experience." Mr. Cunningham is a Chartered Professional Accountant and a graduate of the Ivey Business School, Western University (Executive Master of Business Administration) and the Goodman School of Business, Brock University (Bachelor of Accounting, Honours). In accordance with the Company's long term incentive plan, Electra has granted Mr. Cunningham incentive stock options to purchase an aggregate of 40,000 common shares of Electra exercisable at the previous day's closing price of $4.90 for a period of five years. The stock options will vest in three equal tranches on the first, second and third anniversary of the grant date. Long-term incentive grants are a key retention and incentive tool for key employees and new hires and remain subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange. About Electra Battery Materials Electra's core strategy is to produce low carbon, ethically sourced battery materials for the North American electric vehicle supply chain. Electra is specifically focused on creating the first integrated battery materials park in North America, providing refined cobalt, nickel and recycled battery materials to North American battery precursor manufacturers. Electra also owns the advanced exploration-stage Iron Creek cobalt-copper project in Idaho, USA. On behalf of Electra Battery Materials Corporation Joe Racanelli Vice President, Investor Relations Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This news release may contain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (together, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities laws and the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, are forward-looking statements. Generally, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of terminology such as "plans", "expects', "estimates", "intends", "anticipates", "believes" or variations of such words, or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might", "occur" or "be achieved". Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance, and opportunities to differ materially from those implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements are set forth in the management discussion and analysis and other disclosures of risk factors for Electra Battery Materials Corporation, filed on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. Although Electra Battery Materials Corporation believes that the information and assumptions used in preparing the forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on these statements, which only apply as of the date of this news release, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed times frames or at all. Except where required by applicable law, Electra Battery Materials Corporation disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Electra Battery Materials Corporation	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/08/electra-appoints-experienced-finance-executive-cfo/	2022-06-08T12:05:16Z
The neglected dogs and cats, including newborn kittens, are being relocated to an emergency shelter operated by the ASPCA to receive medical and behavioral treatment and care LAKE BUTLER, Fla., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At the request of the Union County Sheriff's Office and Union County Animal Control, the ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is assisting with the rescue of more than 50 cats and dogs from a property in Lake Butler, Fla. When investigators arrived on the property, they discovered the animals, including newborn kittens, living in filthy conditions amongst their own feces and urine and exposed to elevated levels of ammonia. Some of the animals were underweight and appeared to be suffering from untreated medical conditions. The ASPCA is also assisting with operational planning, evidence collection, legal assistance, forensics exams, medical care, and behavioral treatment and enrichment for the animals. The animals removed from the property by the ASPCA are being relocated to their Cruelty Recovery Center. Brevard SPCA is assisting with this case by transporting and providing overnight care for the cats, and Flagler Humane Society provided medical assistance on scene. Florida Urgent Rescue (FUR) in Jacksonville also assisted with this case by providing care for more than 40 dogs who were previously removed from the property, resulting in the rescue of more than 90 animals in total. "When we arrived on the property, it was clear immediate intervention was necessary to remove these animals from the poor conditions they were living in so we could provide them with much-needed care," said Teresa Ladner, senior director of investigations for the ASPCA. "The ASPCA is grateful to be in a position where we can respond quickly to end animal suffering, and we thank the Union County Sheriff's Office for prioritizing animal welfare in their community and recognizing the need for assistance." "We would like to thank the ASPCA for working closely with our agency on this complex investigation into animal cruelty. We always take animal cruelty seriously and it will not be tolerated in our county," said Union County Sheriff Brad Whitehead. "We continue to work closely with the ASPCA and thank them for their expertise and support so we can proceed with criminal charges and prosecution, and to ensure the wellbeing of these animals." Animal cruelty charges are pending based on evidence collected by the Union County Sheriff's Office with the assistance of ASPCA experts in support of the investigation. Any criminal charges that result from this case will be handled by the Eighth Judicial Circuit States Attorney's Office. The ASPCA is also providing support to ensure the best legal outcome for these animals. The ASPCA deploys nationally to assist local authorities in animal cruelty cases including animal fighting, hoarding, and puppy mills. It also provides local communities with resources including grant funding, training, and subject matter expertise to effectively assist animals during cruelty and disaster situations. Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first animal welfare organization in North America and serves as the nation's leading voice for animals. More than two million supporters strong, the ASPCA's mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. For more information, please visit www.ASPCA.org, and be sure to follow the ASPCA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. ASPCA Footage (Credit/ASPCA) Video: https://aspca.box.com/s/4ml8mofpf47bpv2gblks0fd9wmeywuz4 Photos: https://aspca.widencollective.com/dam/externalorderpickup/e0744f3e-4c83-41a0-be41-cda0c6fcd8fb View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE ASPCA	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/18/aspca-assists-union-county-sheriffs-office-rescuing-more-than-50-animals-florida-neglect-case/	2022-08-18T15:36:13Z
Skip to content Texoma Local Expert Advice Jobs In Texoma News Weather Sports Send Us Your News Tip Watch Live Homepage Livestream News Texas Oklahoma Regional International National Fire Accidents Crime Education Send us YOUR news tips! Weather Weather Cams Fish and Game Forecast Outdoors Sports Friday Night Blitz \| High School A Plus Athlete Scoreboard TMC Medical Minutes Community COVID-19 Map News 12 AM Road Conditions Recipes Meet the Team Contact Us KXII Careers Schedule Viewing Guide Live Events Election Results National Results Map Texoma Local Expert Advice Jobs in Texoma Submit Photos and Videos Those Who Inspire Newsletter Poll Where to Watch Us Circle - Country Music & Lifestyle Gray DC Bureau PowerNation Investigate TV Latest Newscasts Press Releases Kingston-Madill Highlights Kingston-Madill Highlights By KXII Staff Published: Aug. 27, 2022 at 12:37 AM CDT \| Updated: 25 minutes ago Share on Facebook Email This Link Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on LinkedIn Kingston-Madill Highlights Copyright 2022 KXII. All rights reserved. Most Read Denison man gets 98 years for sexually abusing children for years Family says Native American boy denied enrollment in school because of long hair Denison police make largest drug bust ever Three injured after head-on crash in Sherman The history of the Battle of the Ax Latest News Kingston-Madill Highlights Pottsboro-Van Alstyne Highlights Pottsboro-Van Alstyne Highlights Hugo-Dickson Highlights	https://www.kxii.com/2022/08/27/kingston-madill-highlights/	2022-08-27T06:04:32Z
NEW YORK, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: FENC). To receive updates on the lawsuit, fill out the form: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Fennec between May 28, 2021 and November 26, 2021. Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until April 11, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff. According to a filed complaint, Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Fennec had not successfully remediated, and overstated its efforts to remediate, issues with the manufacturing facility of its drug product manufacturer for PEDMARK, a new compound developed to reduce the incidence of hearing loss in children undergoing chemotherapy; (ii) as a result, the Food and Drug Administration likely to approve the Resubmitted Pedmark New Drug Application ("NDA"); (iii) accordingly, the regulatory and commercial prospects of the Resubmitted Pedmark NDA were overstated; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. Jakubowitz Law is vigorous in pursuit of justice for shareholders who have been the victim of securities fraud. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. CONTACT: JAKUBOWITZ LAW 1140 Avenue of the Americas 9th Floor New York, New York 10036 T: (212) 867-4490 F: (212) 537-5887 View original content: SOURCE Jakubowitz Law	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/04/01/fenc-shareholder-alert-jakubowitz-law-reminds-fennec-shareholders-lead-plaintiff-deadline-april-11-2022/	2022-04-01T11:26:08Z
Will Smith posts an apology video for slapping Chris Rock at Oscars NEW YORK (AP) — Will Smith has again apologized to Chris Rock for slapping him during the Oscar telecast in a new video, saying that his behavior was “unacceptable” and that he had reached out to the comedian to discuss the incident but was told Rock wasn’t ready. “There is no part of me that thinks that was the right way to behave in that moment,” Smith said in the video posted online Friday. “I am deeply remorseful and I’m trying to be remorseful without being ashamed of myself.” Smith, seated in a white polo shirt and white ball cap, spoke directly to a camera, answering pre-selected questions about his behavior at the March 27 Academy Awards, when he slapped presenter Rock after the comedian made a comment about the hairstyle of Jada Pinkett Smith, Smith’s wife. Smith also apologized to Rock’s family and especially his mother, Rosalie, who was horrified to see her son hurt and told US Weekly that, “When he slapped Chris, he slapped all of us. He really slapped me.” Smith also apologized to Tony Rock, Chris’ younger brother. “I didn’t realize how many people got hurt in that moment,” Smith said. Smith also apologized to his family “for the heat that I brought on all of us” and his fellow Oscar nominees to have “stolen and tarnished your moment.” He said his wife did nothing to encourage his slap. “Jada had nothing to do with it,” he said. “I made a choice on my own.” Following the altercation, the motion picture academy banned Smith from attending the Oscars or any other academy event for 10 years. Smith apologized to Rock in a statement after the Oscars, saying he was “out of line and I was wrong.” “I’m sorry really isn’t sufficient,” Smith said in the video. ___ Mark Kennedy is at http://twitter.com/KennedyTwits Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/07/29/will-smith-addresses-oscars-slap-again-apologizing-chris-rock/	2022-07-29T16:15:28Z
Most Complex Observatory Ever Deployed Will Now Travel U.S. Mail System WASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the release of this vibrant stamp, the U.S. Postal Service celebrates NASA's James Webb Space Telescope as it continues its epic mission to reveal the cosmos as never seen before. A dedication ceremony for the stamp was held today at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum. "The James Webb Space Telescope orbits the sun about a million miles away from our planet. Now it will travel the United States mail system, with the launch of this new Forever stamp," said Anton Hajjar, U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors vice chairman, who served as the dedicating official. "The Webb telescope is sending truly astounding images, I'm sure you will agree! The telescope itself, which we celebrate in this stamp, is an engineering marvel, decades in the making." Hajjar was joined by Robert D. Cabana, NASA associate administrator and former astronaut; Ellen R. Stofan, undersecretary for science and research at the Smithsonian Institution; Lee Feinberg, optical telescope element manager for the Webb telescope at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center; Erin Smith, Webb telescope deputy observatory project scientist at NASA Goddard; and Elliot Gruber, director of the National Postal Museum. "When anyone who uses these stamps looks at this telescope, I want them to see what I see — its incredible potential to reveal new and unexpected discoveries that help us understand the origins of the universe, and our place in it," Cabana said. "This telescope is the largest international space science program in U.S. history, and I can't wait to see the scientific breakthroughs it will enable in astronomy." News of the stamps is being shared on social media using the hashtag #WebbTelescopeStamp. Followers of the Postal Service's Facebook page can view the stamp story at facebook.com/usps. The pane of 20 stamps is being issued as Forever stamps, meaning they will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price. Background Launched on Dec. 25, 2021, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is the largest and most complex telescope ever deployed in space — capable of studying every phase of cosmic history. The telescope is designed to provide wondrous images and unprecedented scientific data. It is capable of peering into the limits of the known universe and can bear witness to the early cosmos. Discoveries enabled by the telescope stir existential awe as they expand our understanding of the heavens. In addition to providing imagery and data about the far reaches of the cosmos, the telescope will also provide new information about our solar system and details about an increasing number of known exoplanets — planets orbiting other stars within our home galaxy, the Milky Way. Through spectroscopy — the analysis of wavelengths coming from these worlds — scientists can help identify planets with advantageous conditions for supporting life as we know it. The telescope represents a multinational effort and investment, drawing from talents and resources of NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Canadian Space Agency. The telescope was launched from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, a European Space Agency launch facility. The momentum of the Earth's spin at this near-equatorial location gave a powerful boost to the launch of the European Ariane 5 rocket that carried the telescope. Released from the rocket, the telescope then unfolded as it traveled to a special position about a million miles from Earth. The sensitive telescope is protected from heat and light by a five-layer shield of high-tech materials, unfurled to about the size of a tennis court. So situated, the telescope operates in extreme cold, at temperatures below 50 kelvins (minus 370 degrees Fahrenheit). The extraordinary chill is vital, as the telescope must sense faint heat and light from celestial sources — some of them billions of light-years away. The telescope's highly polished gold mirrors are ideally suited for this. Before launch, members of the scientific community from all over the world developed plans and scientific targets for investigation by the telescope. Much of the telescope itself, including its beautiful gold mirrors, was assembled, polished, and tested in various facilities in the United States. The complex process had components shuttled among locations across the nation before shipment to the launch facility in South America. Instruments for science and guidance were contributed by U.S., Canadian, and European partners. NASA managed the overall development of the telescope. Scientists have great expectations for Webb — including answers to some age-old questions and, without a doubt, a new array of cosmic mysteries. Stamp Artwork The image on the stamp is an artist's digitally created depiction of the telescope against a dazzling starscape. Its 18 gold-coated mirror segments — hexagons that combine to form its 21-foot-wide primary mirror—can pick up faint heat waves representing the universe's first accessible starlight from billions of light-years away. Opposite, supported by three struts, is the secondary mirror. Below are the telescope's solar shield, computers, control machinery, and the solar array that provides power. The words "Webb Space Telescope" appear in white along the bottom edge of the stamp. "USA/FOREVER" runs vertically up the left-hand edge. In the selvage, at top, "James Webb Space Telescope" is printed in gold against the darkness of space, with an image of a star in a gap between the title's last two words. Additional stars and galaxies appear in the background. This image was taken to confirm the perfect alignment of the telescope's mirrors. Art director Derry Noyes was the designer for the stamp project using existing art by James Vaughan and an image provided by NASA and the Space Telescope Science Institute. Postal Products Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at usps.com/shopstamps, by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. Please Note: For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com. National contact: Jonathan Castillo jonathan.r.castillo@usps.gov usps.com/news View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE U.S. Postal Service	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/09/08/us-postal-service-issues-james-webb-space-telescope-stamp/	2022-09-08T16:55:37Z
Deputy attacked, stabbed in neck by detainee at Atlanta jail, sheriff says ATLANTA (CBS46/Gray News) - A Fulton County Sheriff’s Office deputy was repeatedly stabbed Monday morning at Fulton County jail, according to Sheriff Patrick Labat. The sheriff said during a news conference that a detainee was brought into the jail late Sunday night. The deputy was attacked and stabbed in the neck around 7:30 a.m. Monday while processing the detainee. It’s still unclear how he was able to sneak a knife into the Fulton County jail. “We have a lot of video footage to go through, and a lot of investigation to do,” Labat said. Labat said the prisoner was initially arrested on charges of terroristic threats and acts, willful obstruction of law enforcement officers and simple battery, which is a misdemeanor. The sheriff’s office attributes some of the issues to systematic problems at the Fulton County jail. “We’ve talked about that for months,” Labat said. “Everything from the jail being overcrowded, to really making sure we retain and recruit good women and men to join our law enforcement community. But to that end, we just have to make sure that our steps are followed, and we will continue to tighten that up.” The deputy is being treated at Grady Memorial Hospital and is expected to survive. The sheriff also said that he doesn’t think the deputy will need surgery. The detainee and deputy have not been identified. Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/09/05/deputy-attacked-stabbed-neck-by-detainee-atlanta-jail-sheriff-says/	2022-09-05T21:31:04Z
- commercetools Composable Commerce for B2B helps businesses deliver outstanding buying experiences for their customers — no matter the size of the business or level of buying complexity - Key benefits of the B2B functionalities include the flexibility to create modern commerce experiences at scale, and the technological agility needed to increase revenue generation based on market changes - Recognized by Forrester, Gartner, IDC, and Paradigm B2B as a leader in headless commerce MUNICH, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- commercetools, the leading provider of headless commerce, today announced B2B functionalities as part of the core offering of commercetools Composable Commerce. commercetools Composable Commerce for B2B provides access to the company's full API portfolio allowing users to create and customize experiences necessary for their specific business model rather than having to tailor it to an out-of-the-box solution. "To achieve longevity, businesses must be technologically agile enough to meet current and prospective customers wherever they may be, delivering a cohesive narrative experience across touchpoints. For example, over 80% of B2B buyers now prefer to order or pay through digital commerce," said Mike Sharp, commercetools Chief Product Officer. "B2B leaders must invest in modern commerce architectures based on MACH (Microservices-based, API-first, Cloud-native and Headless) principles, such as with commercetools Composable Commerce for B2B, in order to safeguard their business' future and keep up with shifting customer preferences and market needs. Composable commerce is inescapable to leaders looking to thrive and laggers looking to survive." commercetools Composable Commerce for B2B enables manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers to future-proof their business in an increasingly complex and competitive market, so no matter what market forces or trends may arise, businesses can adapt their commerce offerings to meet the needs of their customers. With one portfolio that can serve a wide range of business models, including B2B, B2C, and D2C, and a low cost of experimentation, commercetools enables the rapid development of effective and beautifully designed commerce experiences. Leading customer merchants and businesses include Just Eat Takeaway, Vistaprint, and Dawn Foods. "We are focused on providing the best experience for our customers, and the ability to easily scale and evolve to meet their changing needs was a critical step in our digital strategy," said Gireesh Sahukar, Dawn Foods, Vice President of Digital. "commercetools Composable Commerce for B2B provided us with incredible flexibility and allowed us to make our customers' lives easier by elevating the digital experience they have with Dawn. By providing customers with seamless account management and checkout processes, and the ability to view, search and browse our entire product catalog online, we continue to grow by delivering an industry-leading experience. Since launching ecommerce to our customers in the United States two years ago, the success we've seen so far has been astounding. More than half of our customers are registered to buy online and that number continues to grow on a daily basis." In addition to commercetools Composable Commerce for B2B, the commercetools portfolio includes a robust suite of powerful, flexible, scalable solutions for next-generation digital commerce. To learn more, please visit www.commercetools.com. About commercetools The inventor of headless commerce, commercetools is an innovative technology disruptor that has established itself as an industry-leading eCommerce software provider. Today, some of the world's most iconic brands and growth-focused businesses trust commercetools' powerful, flexible, scalable solutions to support their ever-evolving digital commerce needs. As the visionaries leading the modern MACH (Microservices-based, API-first, Cloud-native and Headless) architecture movement, commercetools provides customers with the agility to innovate and iterate on the fly, merge on and off-line channels, drive higher revenue, and future-proof their eCommerce business. Based in Munich, Germany, with offices in Europe, Asia, and the United States, commercetools is singularly focused on leading a future of limitless commerce possibilities. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE commercetools	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/31/commercetools-composable-commerce-b2b-powers-new-opportunities-revenue-growth-flexibility/	2022-08-31T06:35:55Z
Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) leads her Republican challenger Don Bolduc by 11 points, according to an Emerson College-WHDH poll released Friday, in the race for one of the seats that could determine which party controls the Senate for the next two years. The poll found that 51 percent of voters support Hassan while 40 percent support Bolduc, a retired Army brigadier general. Six percent of respondents said they were undecided, and 4 percent plan to vote for someone else. Hassan is also viewed as more likely to win the race, with 6 in 10 saying they expect the incumbent senator to hold her seat. She holds a significant advantage in favorability rating, with 51 percent of respondents viewing her favorably and 44 percent viewing her unfavorably. Bolduc is viewed favorably by 41 percent and unfavorably by 39 percent, while 20 percent have not heard of him or are unsure. “Bolduc has low name recognition, which presents both a challenge and an opportunity,” said Spencer Kimball, the executive director of Emerson College Polling. Sixty percent of undecided voters are unsure of their opinion of Bolduc, while only 27 percent of them say the same of Hassan. Hassan has a 12-point lead among independents and a 16-point lead among women. She also leads more modestly among men, by 6 points. Emerson’s first New Hampshire general election poll of the cycle comes days after Bolduc defeated New Hampshire state Senate President Chuck Morse for the Republican nomination. Some Republicans have expressed concerns that nominating Bolduc could make their path to winning the seat and retaking the majority in the Senate more difficult. Bolduc once called the state’s governor, Chris Sununu (R), a “Chinese communist sympathizer” and had until recently backed former President Trump’s false claims that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from him. Bolduc reversed his position on the 2020 election on Thursday, the day after he clinched the nomination, saying that he concluded after speaking to state residents that the election was not stolen. Hassan’s campaign said Bolduc is “desperately trying to run” away from his past claims. The poll also found that the two incumbent Democrats representing the state’s congressional districts lead their Republican opponents. Rep. Chris Pappas leads Republican nominee Karoline Leavitt, 47 percent to 42 percent, while Rep. Ann Kuster leads Republican Robert Burns, 54 percent to 36 percent. The poll was conducted among 800 somewhat and very likely voters from Sept. 14 to 15. The margin of error was 3.4 points.	https://cw33.com/hill-politics/hassan-holds-11-point-lead-over-bolduc-in-new-hampshire-senate-race-poll/	2022-09-16T20:55:02Z
BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of 30 cents per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on September 30, 2022, to shareholders of record as of August 18, 2022. Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 8,100 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 139 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel program. Connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram. Marriott - encourages investors, the media, and others interested in the company to review and subscribe to the information Marriott posts on its investor relations website at www.marriott.com/investor or Marriott's news center website at www.marriottnewscenter.com, which may be material. The contents of these websites are not incorporated by reference into this press release or any report or document Marriott files with the SEC, and any references to the websites are intended to be inactive textual references only. IRPR#1 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Marriott International, Inc.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/04/marriott-international-declares-quarterly-cash-dividend/	2022-08-04T19:34:02Z
WAIMEA, Hawaii, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominent landowner Parker Ranch and affordable housing leader Highridge Costa have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore possible collaboration on the development of affordable housing units on the Island of Hawai'i. Both parties intend to explore development of the affordable housing, senior housing, and workforce/agricultural housing with the intention of working together toward the successful development and operation of these product types for the Waimea community. Parker Ranch plans to prioritize projects for affordable housing product. Highridge Costa has quickly become a major developer of affordable housing in the state of Hawai'i, with new homes for seniors and families completed, under construction or planned in the counties of O'ahu and Maui. The proposed units at Parker Ranch would add 259 affordable housing units, including 64 homes for seniors and 195 homes for families. "Parker Ranch is thrilled to be working with Highridge Costa to focus on property with the proper zoning and infrastructure to meet the critical demand for affordable housing," said Dutch Kuyper, President and CEO of Parker Ranch, Inc. "Parker Ranch will explore affordable housing opportunities that integrate with our sustainable community design, tying together walkable community concepts and open spaces. We are also considering working with Highridge Costa to address senior housing needs." The parcels and areas that Parker Ranch and Highridge Costa will focus on could create 150 to 300 affordable housing and senior housing units over the next five years. "We are excited to be working with Parker Ranch, which is committed to addressing affordable housing in the community," said Moe Mohanna, President at Highridge Costa Development. "We look forward to meeting with the community, getting the best ideas, and moving toward planning, funding, and breaking ground on future affordable housing." Parker Ranch and Highridge Costa will work together to develop multiple concepts for affordable housing to serve the community. As Kuyper explained, "At the heart of everything we do is the Ranch's mission to maintain and improve the unique quality of life and the way of life in Waimea. We do that through the support of the Parker Ranch Foundation Trust that provides perpetual support to its beneficiaries engaged in healthcare, education, and charitable giving in the Waimea area. Our plans for affordable housing development with a prospective partner align with our mission to preserve the character of the Waimea community and our paniolo legacy." While continuing to operate a thriving cattle operation today on its 130,000 acres of upcountry land, Parker Ranch has expanded its strategic initiatives to include alternative energy production and forestry as part of its comprehensive approach to land stewardship. Themes of sustainability and sustainable economic development are guiding principles that have allowed Parker Ranch to enhance the value of the lands and improve its legacy cattle and overall business operations. The affordable housing initiative is part of the Ranch's priority to address housing, balancing the needs of a growing community with the preservation of agricultural operations and open space, which fits in well with the primary mission of Highridge Costa. "At Highridge Costa we are steadfast on creating a blueprint for a better nation," noted Mohanna. "Our mission is to create viable housing options for the future, by building living communities that change lives." Parker Ranch and Highridge Costa will collaborate with state and county agencies to address the critical need for affordable housing, quantified by the OHCD in the 2019 Housing Planning Study, which projected an estimated 10,000 affordable housing units needed on the Big Island from 2020 to 2025 for households at 140 percent of the area median income or below. The study is available at https://dbedt.hawaii.gov/blog/20-01/. About Parker Ranch Parker Ranch is one of the largest and oldest cattle ranches in the United States. Parker Ranch Inc. is wholly-owned by Parker Ranch Foundation Trust whose beneficiaries are four non-profits: Queen's North Hawai'i Community Hospital, Hawai'i Preparatory Academy, Parker School, and Hawai'i Community Foundation. To learn more, please visit www.parkerranch.com or www.prft.org. About Highridge Costa Highridge Costa is one of America's leading developers, financiers, owners and operators of workforce family and senior communities, as well as permanent supportive housing for veterans and others. Since 1994, the award-winning organization has developed and invested in over 30,000 low-income housing units across 300 apartment communities in 33 states and Puerto Rico. For more information on Highridge Costa, visit www.hcosta.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Parker Ranch	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/03/parker-ranch-highridge-costa-announce-memorandum-understanding-explore-affordable-housing-waimea-hawaii-island/	2022-08-03T19:52:29Z
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Weeknd suddenly ended his sold-out concert in Southern California after losing his voice during a mid-song performance. The four-time Grammy winner was performing his third song “Can’t Feel My Face” before he abruptly stopped his show Saturday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. He then walked off stage, eventually returned and told the audience he lost his voice. While onstage, the Weeknd apologized for canceling the show and promised the audience a refund. “I’m going to make sure everyone is good, you’ll get your money back,” he told the crowd. “But I’ll do a show real soon for you guys.” The singer added: “I can’t give you what I want to give you.” The Weeknd went on social media to explain that he’s devastated after his “voice went out” during the first song. “Felt it go and my heart dropped,” he wrote. “My deepest apologies to my fans here. I promise I’ll make it up to you with a new date.” The next tour date scheduled for the “After Hours Til Dawn” tour is Sept. 22 in Toronto.	https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/ap-the-weeknd-cancels-concert-after-dealing-with-vocal-issues/	2022-09-05T01:59:46Z
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS), a global pharmaceutical company, today announced the company will participate in the BofA Global Research Global Healthcare Conference in London on Thursday, September 15, 2022. Chief Executive Officer Michael Goettler, President Rajiv Malik and Chief Financial Officer Sanjeev Narula will represent the company in a fireside chat scheduled at 4:45 p.m. BST / 11:45 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access a live webcast of the event at investor.viatris.com. An archived version also will be available following the live event and can be accessed at the same location for a limited time. Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS), is a global pharmaceutical company empowering people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life. We provide access to medicines, advance sustainable operations, develop innovative solutions and leverage our collective expertise to connect more people to more products and services through our one-of-a-kind Global Healthcare Gateway®. Formed in November 2020, Viatris brings together scientific, manufacturing and distribution expertise with proven regulatory, medical, and commercial capabilities to deliver high-quality medicines to patients in more than 165 countries and territories. Viatris' portfolio comprises more than 1,400 approved molecules across a wide range of therapeutic areas, spanning both non-communicable and infectious diseases, including globally recognized brands, complex generic and branded medicines, a portfolio of biosimilars and a variety of over-the-counter consumer products. With approximately 37,000 colleagues globally, Viatris is headquartered in the U.S., with global centers in Pittsburgh, Shanghai and Hyderabad, India. Learn more at viatris.com and investor.viatris.com, and connect with us on Twitter at @ViatrisInc, LinkedIn and YouTube. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Viatris Inc.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/06/viatris-inc-participate-bofa-global-research-global-healthcare-conference/	2022-09-06T11:35:41Z
The annual event featured renowned speakers and business-growth opportunities for conference attendees DENVER, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 1,100 RE/MAX leaders and guests gathered at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN this week for the global real estate franchisor's 2022 RE/MAX Broker Owner Conference (BOC). The three-day event included many BOC staples – Opening General Session, impactful speakers, networking opportunities, Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® Auction, Approved Supplier Marketplace, and a full range of educational sessions focused on brokerage strategies, technology and the overwhelming value of a productive culture. RE/MAX, LLC President and CEO Nick Bailey began the Opening General Session by noting the rebalancing of the housing market and the opportunities a slower market creates for brokerages that are able to help agents close more sales in less frenzied conditions. Bailey pointed to the historic resilience of the RE/MAX network during slower economic times, and encouraged attendees to stay focused on supporting their agents with the best tools and resources. "The question for me is not whether people will buy and sell homes," he said. "The question is who are the agents who are going to be helping people buy and sell during this market? Times like these are when RE/MAX shines because of the level of productivity in our network." During the Opening General Session, Bailey also highlighted the new enterprise relationship with Inside Real Estate that will give affiliates in company-owned regions in the U.S. and Canada access to the kvCORE platform – branded "MAX/Tech powered by kvCORE" – at no additional cost. Bailey was joined on stage by Inside Real Estate CEO Joe Skousen and the two outlined why the relationship is such a good fit with each business leader viewing success as a part of their companies' DNA. Citing another initiative aimed at helping entrepreneurs build their businesses through RE/MAX resources, Bailey recounted details of the recently announced Team Pilot Program. The pilot, designed to incentivize the growth of existing RE/MAX teams, strengthen retention, and – especially – help Broker/Owners recruit teams of six or more licensees, is available for eligible brokers who opt in within the states of California, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Texas. The session also featured a live conversation between Amy Lessinger, RE/MAX Senior Vice President, Region Development, and Steve Murray, industry expert and partner, RealTrends Consulting, on mergers, acquisitions and conversions. The climate is ripe for brokerages to use M&A as a growth strategy – and RE/MAX, LLC can help in such transactions, advised Lessinger. "We want to help RE/MAX brokers with their growth strategy, helping them grow exponentially rather than one agent at a time," said Lessinger. "RE/MAX has the strategy and team in place to help match business owners looking to exit or grow at a larger scale." Attendees also had the opportunity to hear from RE/MAX Chairman and Co-Founder Dave Liniger, who offered a fascinating look at how the network's past aligns with its present and future. Although RE/MAX has changed and evolved since its founding nearly 50 years ago, Liniger said, the roots of its success – service, professionalism, productivity – remain as evident and relevant as ever. Keynote speaker Vernice "Flygirl" Armour, America's first Black female combat pilot and celebrated author, discussed strategies for accomplishing goals, encouraging the audience to rev up their businesses and "get gutsy." Bailey ended his remarks thanking the RE/MAX network for their incredible productivity as well as Dave and RE/MAX Vice Chair of the Board and Co-Founder Gail Liniger for the lasting legacy they've built at RE/MAX. "We're a financially strong, profitable company and much of that can be credited to how Dave and Gail started this business." Nodding to the competitive nature of many RE/MAX agents, Bailey joked this company is built on the backs of agents fighting for the listing but lifting each other up along the way. The conference concluded on Tuesday with a notable address from Scott Hamilton, Olympic gold medalist and four-time world champion figure skater. RE/MAX Broker/Owners will gather again next year for the 2023 BOC conference in Chicago, August 6-8. About the RE/MAX Network As one of the leading global real estate franchisors, RE/MAX, LLC is a subsidiary of RE/MAX Holdings (NYSE: RMAX) with more than 140,000 agents in almost 9,000 offices and a presence in more than 110 countries and territories. Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX, as measured by residential transaction sides. RE/MAX was founded in 1973 by Dave and Gail Liniger, with an innovative, entrepreneurial culture affording its agents and franchisees the flexibility to operate their businesses with great independence. RE/MAX agents have lived, worked and served in their local communities for decades, raising millions of dollars every year for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals® and other charities. To learn more about RE/MAX, to search home listings or find an agent in your community, please visit www.remax.com. For the latest news about RE/MAX, please visit news.remax.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE RE/MAX, LLC	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/16/remax-broker-owner-conference-provides-franchisees-with-valuable-resources-help-grow-their-businesses-amid-changing-market/	2022-08-16T22:25:29Z
FHP joins Operation Southern Slow Down to promote safe driving TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - This week Florida is joining other states across the Southeast to promote safety on the highways. Florida Highway Patrol said troopers are targeting speeding and aggressive drivers during Operation Southern Slow Down. The goal of the weeklong initiative is to prevent traffic deaths and serious injuries. This morning, FHP Trooper George Edwards was on speed patrol along Capital Circle Southeast in Tallahassee, issuing a lot of warning as part of Operation Southern Slow Down. Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and South Carolina public safety agencies are uniting for the campaign. “The faster you go, the greater the probability something bad will happen. Our message is simple, slow down, be patient, and buckle up. Those are three of the most basic and important actions a driver can take. The responsibility lies on all of us,” Major Jeffrey Bissanthe, FHP Troop H Commander, said. FHP said Florida has seen an uptick of drivers going too fast in the last decade, with violations for excessive speeding increasing every year. Troopers said speed can be especially dangerous in construction zones. “Construction zones are sometimes down to one lane of traffic. We want to ensure drivers are really adhering to the speeds and also the speeding fines are doubled in construction zones, so we will be monitoring those, as well as protect those workers,” said Major Jeffrey Bissante. FHP is urging drivers to wear their seatbelts, slow down, and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destination. FHP said do not engage an aggressive driver, instead report the driver by calling 911 or FHP (347). Copyright 2022 WCTV. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/07/18/fhp-joins-operation-southern-slow-down-promote-safe-driving/	2022-07-19T14:30:07Z
BRANDON, Fla. (WFLA) — The daughter of a Florida man who died after receiving treatment from a doctor now accused of malpractice says an attorney for the hospital offered to discharge her father’s medical bills if she agreed not to talk publicly about the case. Keith Davis, 62, of Brandon, went to Brandon Regional in 2020 with a sore leg but died days later from what an autopsy determined was a 9-inch blood clot that Dr. Rathinam Krishnamoorthy did not detect. A Florida Department of Health investigation determined there was probable cause that Krishnamoorthy committed medical malpractice when he failed to treat the fatal clot. Krishnamoorthy has the right to request an administrative hearing on the findings. Neither Krishnamoorthy nor his attorney have responded to requests for comment. In an email to Davis’ daughter Sabrina, hospital attorney Tracy Falkowitz allegedly said her father’s medical bills would be discharged if she signed a “confidentiality agreement and a non-disparagement agreement.” Sabrina Davis has been critical of the hospital and the Florida Wrongful Death Act that does not allow children 25 years or older to sue for malpractice in the death of a single parent. The law also does not allow parents to sue for malpractice in the death of a child 25 years or older. Davis said she did not accept the hospital’s offer. “It’s painful and it’s financially, emotionally exhausting,” Davis said. “I won’t stop talking about what happened until they change the law.” Brandon Regional spokesperson Brandi Ponsler said the hospital had no comment on the offer made to Davis. State Representative Mike Beltran, who represents parts of the Tampa Bay area and is in favor of changing the law, said hospitals are not allowed to collect on bills in cases involving malpractice. “This hospital has been trying to collect their medical bills from my constituent for the very service that constituted medical malpractice that led to his untimely death,” Beltran said. “And I find that appalling.” During the 2022 session, the bill allowing adult children to sue failed to pass the House Civil Justice & Property Rights Subcommittee while the one that would allow parents of adult children to sue was passed easily by the House. But State Sen. Danny Burgess, the Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, did not allow the legislation to make it onto the chamber floor for a vote. Burgess said while he also believes the law should be changed, the proposed legislation would have “opened up a potential Pandora’s box to litigation.” Beltran disagrees. “This law is ready. It has been ready,” Beltran said. “It would not cause a dramatic change in the number of malpractice cases.” Beltran said the insurance and medical industries are driving the fear in Tallahassee about the impact of changing the Wrongful Death Act. Both Beltran and Burgess said they expect the bills to resurface next year. Davis said she did not want to sue to collect a settlement. She wanted answers about her father’s final moments of life. “When you think about the end of a person’s life and how your loved one might die,” Davis said, “you want to know what happens.”	https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/florida-hospital-offers-to-discharge-alleged-malpractice-victims-bills-in-exchange-for-silence-daughter-says/	2022-06-06T19:00:46Z
PITTSBURGH, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a simple accessory to protect a car seat from becoming soiled by diaper leaks, vomit or food and drink spills," said an inventor, from Sugarland, Texas, "so I invented the DISPOSABLE BABY CAR SEAT LINER. My design would offer a convenient alternative to removing, washing or replacing the cloth seat cover." The invention provides an improved way to protect a child's car seat against spills and messes. In doing so, it ensures that the original seat cover remains clean, dry and odorless. It also eliminates the hassle of trying to remove and clean the original car seat cover and it saves time and effort. The invention features a disposable design that is easy to apply and use so it is ideal for parents with young children and babies. The original design was submitted to the Houston sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-HOF-189, 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/2022/06/27/inventhelp-inventor-develops-disposable-baby-car-seat-liner-hof-189/	2022-06-27T18:33:03Z
Now accepting reservations, the futuristic venue will bring YOTEL's community-centric atmosphere and signature design and technology to South Florida MIAMI, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The hotel experience of the future has arrived in Downtown Miami. Opening on June 1 2022, YOTEL will introduce the global hospitality brand's first ever combined YOTEL and YOTELPAD concept at 227 NE 2nd Street. YOTEL Miami boasts cleverly-designed rooms while YOTELPAD, situated right above the hotel, features sleek apartment-style pads. A landmark location fueled by ultra-modern amenities, guests can experience two on-site restaurants and bars, pool deck and state of the art gym. With innovation at the forefront, travelers will also benefit from check-in under a minute via self-service stations, SmartKey mobile entry, in-room mood lighting, and amenity delivery via concierge robots. "As YOTEL continues to push boundaries in the hospitality industry, we're proud to launch our first-ever hotel and pad concept in flourishing Downtown Miami," said Hubert Viriot, CEO of YOTEL. "YOTEL Miami and YOTELPAD Miami are unique in that there's something for everyone, regardless of length of stay. Our experience is led by smart design and tech-forward amenities, coupled with a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere that allows guests to define their own travel journey. As our third US opening in less than two years, we're delighted to continue to expand the US footprint and bring travelers the latest in a seamless, smart stay." YOTEL Miami's 222 cleverly-designed hotel rooms range from 225 sq. ft. to 430 sq. ft. in king, queen and twin categories. All rooms benefit from the brand's smart innovation – including the convertible SmartBed™, clever storage and open concept bathrooms. Guests may also choose their own mood lighting with the room's color wheel tool and take advantage of in-room mobile casting. For those looking for an apartment-style stay with YOTEL design and amenities, YOTELPAD Miami's 231 pads are bookable from one night to monthly rates. Pad spaces – ranging from studio to one bedroom and two bedrooms – feature a full kitchen with appliances, dishware, washer and dryer, living room with custom Murphy bed, and a balcony with breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami. An extension of YOTEL Miami with the same level of exceptional service and experiences, YOTELPAD Miami guests will benefit from daily housekeeping service and access to all public spaces and facilities. "Guests will find ease and comfort in every touchpoint of their experience, from checking-in to settling in, coupled with unrivaled amenities," said Gilberto Garcia-Tunon, General Manager. "Standing 31 floors high along the Biscayne Bay skyline, YOTEL Miami's dining and entertainment will embody the same energy as the city around us. We can't wait to welcome everyone." Situated on the ground floor of YOTEL Miami, guests will enjoy a tapas-style Middle-Eastern experience at Mazeh. The restaurant is a perfect spot for shareable bites and craft cocktails. Located 12 floors high with views of Biscayne Bay, guests will find the property's pool and its restaurant Float, an elevated outdoor lounge to enjoy drinks and light fare while taking in the Miami breeze. Diners will be surrounded by art installations and live music series. Grab + Go on the first floor will ensure guests are fueled 24/7, featuring snacks and pre-packaged meals. YOTEL Miami and YOTELPAD Miami is developed as a joint venture between Aria Development Group and Aqarat. The building's 231 pads, which are designated for full time residents, sold out in record-timing upon hitting the market. YOTELPAD Miami is the brand's second pad location worldwide following the 2020 opening of YOTELPAD Park City. Miami marks YOTEL's sixth location in the US and 21st location globally. Contact: Carma Connected, yotel@carmaconnected.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Yotel	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/05/12/yotel-launches-first-ever-joint-hotel-pad-concept-downtown-miami/	2022-05-12T14:57:32Z
VANCOUVER, BC, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silver One Resources Inc. (TSXV: SVE) (OTCQX: SLVRF) (FSE: BRK1) - "Silver One" or the "Company") has identified new targets and continues to expand ground holdings at its flagship property, the past-producing Candelaria Silver Mine in Nevada. Recent and historical work, including geology, rock and soil geochemical sampling, IP and 3D magnetic data modelling, have revealed new exploration targets and expanded previously known targets. As a result, the Company has staked an additional 336 claims in the north and western part of the property (see Figure 1). To date, the Company controls 20,376 acres (8,246 hectares) of patented and Bureau of Land Management ("BLM") ground covering the areas of historic mining, leach pads, new targets and potential along-strike extensions to the known mineralized systems. Silver One is also continuing its metallurgical diamond drilling program in anticipation of an update to the historical resource completed by Silver Standard in 2001 (visit the Company's website at www.silverone.com) and the Company's first economic study. Highlights: - New zones of surface copper oxide mineralization found west of the Georgine Pit. Four rock chip samples report between 0.7% to over 1% copper in brecciated jasperoids at the Red Hill target (See Figure 2 and Photos 1 and 2 below). - New zones of skarn related copper mineralization found to the south of the Georgine Pit. Here soil and surface rock sampling have identified anomalous copper (>500 ppm), silver and gold covering a 500 m x 1,000 m area. This is near Silver One's drill holes SO-C-21-076 and SO-C-21-080 that encountered skarn mineralization with anomalous copper (including 0.17% Cu over 18 meters from 208.79 meters depth in hole SO-C-21-080), as well as near the Vanderbilt tunnel dump where a grab sample of chalcopyrite rich material returned values to 2.76% copper, 24 g/t silver and 0.67 g/t gold (see Company news releases of October 15, 2020 and July 15, 2021 and Photo 3). - Metal Factor ("MF" – associated high IP chargeability and low resistivity) anomalies detected beneath the Northern Belle and Mount Diablo silver-oxide pits. These anomalies continue down-dip from the pits as well as eastwards and westwards covering significant copper showings at Green Nick to the east, and Red Hill to the west. These geophysical anomalies extend for over 10 kilometers east-west (See Figure 2). - A second Metal Factor anomaly identified in the northwest part of the property is buried under volcanic cover (See Figure 2). - Magnetization Vector Inversion ("MVI") anomalies generally coincide with MF anomalies and, in the highest priority targets, with copper, silver and gold geochemical anomalies (see Figures 2-5). - Recently staked claims cover new targets identified by geophysics and surface geochemistry. - Metallurgical diamond drilling continues in the area of the past producing silver-oxide open pits in anticipation of an upcoming historical in-situ resource update and economic study. The company is still awaiting assay results from the recently completed 7,500 m reverse circulation drill program completed marginal to the open pits (see Company news release of April 22, 2022). Greg Crowe, President and CEO of Silver One Resources commented, "The geophysical and geochemical surveys completed by Silver One, in combination with historical data, strongly validate the potential for porphyry-related copper-silver-gold zones beneath and along strike from the known silver oxide mineralization at Candelaria. The implications of this are a significant increase in the potential for the discovery of new mineralized systems at Candelaria. The most promising targets to date occur beneath the two past-producing silver-oxide pits, at Red Hill to the west, and Green Nick to the east. Additionally, an area of identified skarn mineralization occurs both at surface and in recent drilling near the Georgine Pit. These will be assessed in future exploration programs. The Company also continues to aggressively evaluate the potential for recovery of silver from the historic leach pads and/or in combining this leach pad material with near-surface, fresh mineralization marginal to the past producing open pits. To date, Silver One has completed over 25,000 meters of diamond and reverse circulation drilling. This information, along with the metallurgical information obtained from the ongoing diamond drilling program, will be used in an upcoming resource update and in the Company's first economic study. Additional drilling is also planned to examine the potential for higher-grade oxide and/or sulphide silver mineralization down-dip from both the Northern Belle and Mount Diablo open pits." In addition to the reverse circulation (RC) drilling completed in April (see Company's news release of April 25, 2022) and the ongoing core drilling program for metallurgical testing, Silver One has been busy conducting other important surveys at Candelaria. Over the last few months, the company reprocessed, and 3D modeled detailed airborne magnetic data, conducted an induced polarization (IP) survey over the entire extent of the property, and conducted extensive surface sampling as well as expanded geological mapping along highly prospective areas of interest. Coincidental geophysical anomalies and other geological/geochemical features represent four potentially mineralized areas within the property (Figure 2). These include, in order of priority, the area beneath the past producing open pits, the recently discovered Red Hill copper showings, the area of surface skarn mineralization to the south of the Georgine Pit and the Green Nick showings to the east of the Mount Diablo open pit. All have coincidental IP (Metal Factor) and magnetization vector inversion (MVI) anomalies together with strongly elevated copper, silver and gold in select rocks and/or soil samples. Another area of coincidental, anomalous IP (Metal Factor) and MVI anomalies is located 3 kilometers north of the Georgine pit and comprises deep targets (500-1000 meters depth) under post-mineral volcanic cover. Magnetic Data 3D Modelling Airborne gradient magnetic data from a detailed survey commissioned by Silver One in 2019 was reprocessed and modeled using Magnetization Vector Inversion (MVI). This process has been effective in mineral exploration and has been especially successful in modelling porphyry copper deposits in the Americas. The technique has been refined and utilized at Candelaria to identify magnetic bodies and alteration areas potentially associated with productive intrusive bodies. It has also been useful in identifying structures which can typically control the silver and other mineralization in the district. The modelling reveals a series of anomalies interpreted as apophyses (near-surface extensions to potentially mineralized, larger intrusive bodies at depth) and alteration possibly associated with porphyry-style mineralized systems. Depth of these anomalies are interpreted by the geophysical MF and MVI data to vary from near surface (100 m) to over 1,000 meters. The modelling has also been used to characterize the Candelaria silver-oxide and deeper oxide-sulphide mineralization, which is well known between the Mount Diablo and Northern Belle pits. The identified features have then been utilized to search for similar characteristics elsewhere on the property, revealing anomalies often associated with the top of apophyses and/or margins of interpreted alteration/intrusive zones. These anomalies also form part of the targets shown in Figure 2. MVI anomalies were followed up with additional geophysics and were the focus of the IP surveys that cover the entire property. Induced Polarization ("IP") surveys An IP survey was conducted to further investigate the magnetic anomalies and revealed strong metal factor (MF) anomalies, (low resistivity and high chargeability) around the Candelaria historical resource area. MF anomalies persist down-dip from the mineralized pits, suggesting continuity of the mineralization beyond the limits of the historic Mount Diablo and Northern Belle pits and beyond the area of Silver One's recent drilling. Despite the fact that the majority of the mineralization mined at Candelaria is oxidized, a strong metal factor anomaly persists around the resource area and may be representative of more sulphide-rich mineralization at depth. Similar MF values continue east and west from the Northern Belle and Diablo pits to the Green Nick prospect to the east, to the area south of the Georgine pit, and to the Red Hill showing to the west of the pits (see Figure 2). Sampling Extensive (over 1300 samples) surface rock and soil sampling conducted by Silver One and SSR reveal several clusters of high silver, gold, copper and other trace elements which delineate significant anomalies. These anomalies, in combination with coinciding geophysical anomalies, are considered promising drilling targets (Fig. 2, 3, 4, and 5). Around the historic pits, the surface assays have expanded the footprint of the mineralization about a kilometer east and west of the Mt. Diablo and Northern Belle pits, and around 400 meters west of Georgine pit. Additionally, Silver One's recently completed 7,500 m reverse circulation drilling has visually further expanded the area of the historic resource mineralization 300 meters east of the Mt. Diablo pit. The total expansion gained with all Silver One's drilling to date is approximately 500 meters west and 400 meters east of the Mt. Diablo pit. Assays from the 7,500 program are pending. Other relevant targets identified to date include the Red Hill target (where four rock chip samples report copper grades between 0.7% and 1.5% over widths between 1 to 1.5 meters), the Green Nick target (where multiple assays from select rock chip samples report highly anomalous gold between 0.20 to 0.88 g/t, silver between 84 to 585 g/t, and copper between 397 to 1,526 ppm), and the Georgine target located south of the Georgine pit (with gold values between 0.55 to 2.78 g/t, silver between 215 to 557 g/t and copper between 0.1 to 4.5%). Soil sampling has been conducted in the Georgine and Red Hill areas where assays results reveal anomalous values generally coinciding with rock geochemistry anomalies. Analytical Details Grab and chip samples collected by Silver One varied from 1 kg to 5 kg and were assayed by American Assay Laboratories ("AAL") in Sparks, NV, USA (ISO accredited Laboratory, ISO/IEC 17025:2017). Samples were analyzed for thirty-seven elements by ICP-MS. Over limit copper, lead and zinc were analyzed by ore-grade volumetric analysis. Silver One inserted commercial standard and blanks in the sample batches. AAL inserts blanks, standards and includes duplicate analyses to ensure proper sample preparation and equipment calibration. About Candelaria Candelaria was historically the highest-grade silver producer in the state of Nevada, averaging over 1,250 g/t AgEq (40 oz/ton AgEq) from high-grade vein mining between the mid-1800s and the mid-1900s. Open pit mining operations were undertaken in the 1970s through 1998 by several companies, including Nerco Inc. and Kinross Gold Corporation ("Kinross"). Kinross closed the open pit and leach operation in 1998 due to low silver prices. Leaching of the historic pads was not fully completed, leaving a substantial amount of silver unprocessed. It is estimated that the property has produced over 68 million ounces of silver. Historical information was obtained from "Geology of the Candelaria Mining District, Mineral County, Nevada, 1959, Nevada Bureau of Mines, Bulletin 56", and the 2001 SSR Mining Inc. technical report titled "Candelaria Project". Qualified Person The technical content of this news release has been reviewed and approved by Robert M. Cann, P. Geo, and a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101. About Silver One Silver One is focused on the exploration and development of quality silver projects. The Company holds an option to acquire a 100%-interest in its flagship project, the past-producing Candelaria Mine located in Nevada. Potential reprocessing of silver from the historic leach pads at Candelaria provides an opportunity for possible near-term production. Additional opportunities lie in previously identified high-grade silver intercepts down-dip and potentially increasing the substantive silver mineralization along-strike from the two past-producing open pits. The Company has staked 636 lode claims and entered into a Lease/Purchase Agreement to acquire five patented claims on its Cherokee project located in Lincoln County, Nevada, host to multiple silver-copper-gold vein systems, traced to date for over 11 km along-strike. Silver One holds an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Silver Phoenix Project. The Silver Phoenix Project is a very high-grade native silver prospect that lies within the "Arizona Silver Belt", immediately adjacent to the prolific copper producing area of Globe, Arizona. For more information, please contact: Silver One Resources Inc. Gary Lindsey - VP, Investor Relations Phone: 604-974–5274 Mobile: (720) 273-6224) Email: gary@strata-star.com Forward-Looking Statements Information set forth in this news release contains forward-looking statements that are based on assumptions as of the date of this news release. These statements reflect management's current estimates, beliefs, intentions and expectations. They are not guarantees of future performance. Silver One cautions that all forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, and that actual performance may be affected by a number of material factors, many of which are beyond Silver One's control. Such factors include, among other things: risks and uncertainties relating to Silver One's limited operating history, ability to obtain sufficient financing to carry out its exploration and development objectives on the Candelaria Project, obtaining the necessary permits to carry out its activities and the need to comply with environmental and governmental regulations. Accordingly, actual and future events, conditions and results may differ materially from the estimates, beliefs, intentions and expectations expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, Silver One undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information. NEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Silver One Resources Inc.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/13/silver-one-identifies-new-porphyry-related-copper-silver-gold-targets-expands-land-holdings-continues-metallurgical-drilling-silver-mineralization-its-candelaria-project-nevada/	2022-06-13T04:57:10Z
PITTSBURGH, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "This is a new device for campers, farmers, homeowners, etc. It would allow an individual to access ground or well water in a quick and easy manner, which would enhance convenience" said inventor from Portland, OR "I wanted to make a device for a single person to use, that could give water to them from the ground or a well so I came up with Bucket 2 O." Innovative new product that would allow an individual to quickly and easily bore into the ground to locate and access well/ground water. Ideal for use among individuals who have homesteads in rural areas, as well as among campers, farmers, etc. This could also be used by humanitarian and relief agencies in parts of the world where fresh drinking water is not readily available or difficult to access. The original design was submitted to the Portland sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-PTA-115, 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/2022/08/01/inventhelp-inventor-develops-easy-water-pta-115/	2022-08-01T15:32:30Z
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO), producer of Nature's Own, Dave's Killer Bread, Wonder, Canyon Bakehouse, Tastykake, and other bakery foods, today reported financial results for the company's 12-week second quarter ended July 16, 2022. Second Quarter Summary: Compared to the prior year second quarter where applicable - Sales increased 11.0% to $1.129 billion. - Net income decreased 4.8% to $53.7 million. Adjusted net income decreased 5.2% to $65.2 million. - Adjusted EBITDA(1) decreased 1.8% to $120.0 million, representing 10.6% of sales, a 140-basis point decrease. - Diluted EPS decreased $0.01 to $0.25. Adjusted diluted EPS(1) decreased $0.01 to $0.31. CEO's Remarks: "I am very pleased with our record second quarter sales results, an achievement that reflects the strength of our leading brands and outstanding commitment of our dedicated Flowers team," said Ryals McMullian, president and CEO of Flowers Foods. "Our performance in this challenging consumer environment demonstrates the resiliency of the category and underscores the advantages of our diversified business model. As more consumers seek to maximize the value of their spending, our diverse product line and broad distribution enables us to satisfy consumer demand at various price points wherever they shop. "The successful execution of our pricing and portfolio strategies, together with our diligent focus on efficiencies, mitigated many of the inflationary and supply chain pressures and drove better-than-expected margins. Reflecting this strong performance, we are increasing the bottom of our earnings outlook range. To further enhance shareholder value, we increased our dividend, repurchased shares, and invested in Base Culture, a fast-growing, premium baked goods brand. As always, we remain committed to executing on our strategic pillars and driving results in line with our long-term financial targets." For the 52-week Fiscal 2022, the Company Expects: - Sales in the range of approximately $4.764 billion to $4.850 billion, representing an increase of approximately 10.0% to 12.0% compared to the prior year period. - Adjusted EPS(1) in the range of approximately $1.25 to $1.30, compared to prior guidance of $1.20 to $1.30. The company's outlook is based on the following assumptions: - Depreciation and amortization in the range of $135 million to $145 million - Net interest expense of approximately $7 million - An effective tax rate in the range of 24.0% to 24.5% - Weighted average diluted share count for the year of approximately 213.5 million shares - Capital expenditures in the range of $150 million to $160 million, with $60 million to $70 million related to the ERP upgrade Matters Affecting Comparability: Consolidated Second Quarter Operating Highlights Compared to the prior year second quarter where applicable - Sales increased 11.0% to a second quarter record, $1.129 billion, surpassing the previous record second quarter results in 2020 that were influenced by the pandemic. - Percentage point change in sales attributed to: - Branded retail sales increased $61.4 million or 9.1% to $735.9 million, store branded retail sales increased $26.2 million or 20.0% to $157.2 million, while non-retail and other sales increased $24.2 million or 11.4% to $235.9 million. - Branded retail sales increased due to higher prices intended to offset inflationary pressures, partially offset by volume declines and sales mix reversion. - Store branded retail sales increased primarily due to higher prices intended to offset inflationary pressures. Volumes were relatively flat as positive growth from sales mix shifts was offset by targeted sales rationalization and packaging shortages. - Non-retail and other sales increased primarily due to higher prices intended to offset inflationary pressures, partially offset by volume declines in fast food and co-manufactured items. - Materials, supplies, labor, and other production costs (exclusive of depreciation and amortization) were 51.9% of sales, a 240-basis point increase. These costs increased as a percentage of sales due to higher ingredient and packaging costs, partly offset by higher sales that leveraged labor expenses, and timing differences in the sell-through of product inventories. - Selling, distribution and administrative (SD&A) expenses were 38.8% of sales, a 130-basis point decrease, benefitting from price increases and lower labor and marketing expenses, and distributor distribution fees, partially offset by higher logistics expenses. Excluding matters affecting comparability, adjusted SD&A expenses were 37.5% of sales, a 90-basis point decrease from the prior year period. - Depreciation and amortization (D&A) expenses were $32.9 million, or 2.9% of sales, a 20-basis point decrease. - Net income decreased 4.8% to $53.7 million due to all of the factors mentioned above, as well as lower interest income, and a higher tax rate. Adjusted net income decreased 5.2% to $65.2 million. - Adjusted EBITDA decreased 1.8% to $120.0 million, representing 10.6% of sales, a 140-basis point decrease. Cash Flow, Capital Allocation, and Capital Return Year-to-date, through the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2022, cash flow from operating activities decreased by $39.6 million to $183.8 million, capital expenditures increased $39.6 million to $97.9 million, and dividends paid to shareholders increased $6.4 million to $93.4 million. Cash and cash equivalents were $162.5 million at the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2022. During the second quarter of fiscal 2022, the Board of Directors increased the company's share repurchase authorization by 20.0 million shares. Year-to-date the company repurchased $16.5 million of common stock, including $6.5 million in the second quarter, leaving 25.1 million shares remaining for repurchase under the company's current share repurchase plan. The company expects to continue to execute share repurchases from time to time under this plan. Pre-Recorded Management Remarks and Question and Answer Webcast In conjunction with this release, pre-recorded management remarks and a supporting slide presentation will be posted to the Flowers Foods website. The company will host a live question and answer webcast at 8:30 a.m. (Eastern) on August 12, 2022. The pre-recorded remarks and the webcast can be accessed at flowersfoods.com/investors, where it will be archived. About Flowers Foods Headquartered in Thomasville, Ga., Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is one of the largest producers of packaged bakery foods in the United States with 2021 sales of $4.3 billion. Flowers operates bakeries across the country that produce a wide range of bakery products. Among the company's top brands are Nature's Own, Dave's Killer Bread, Wonder, Canyon Bakehouse, and Tastykake. Learn more at www.flowersfoods.com. FLO-IR FLO-CORP Forward-Looking Statements Statements contained in this filing and certain other written or oral statements made from time to time by Flowers Foods, Inc. (the "company", "Flowers Foods", "Flowers", "us", "we", or "our") and its representatives that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements relate to current expectations regarding our future financial condition and results of operations and the ultimate impact of the novel strain of coronavirus ("COVID-19") on our business, results of operations and financial condition and are often identified by the use of words and phrases such as "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "predict," "project," "should," "will," "would," "is likely to," "is expected to" or "will continue," or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements are based upon assumptions we believe are reasonable. Forward-looking statements are based on current information and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those projected. Certain factors that may cause actual results, performance, liquidity, and achievements to differ materially from those projected are discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K (the "Form 10-K") and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC') and may include, but are not limited to, (a) unexpected changes in any of the following: (1) general economic and business conditions; (2) the competitive setting in which we operate, including advertising or promotional strategies by us or our competitors, as well as changes in consumer demand; (3) interest rates and other terms available to us on our borrowings; (4) supply chain conditions and any related impact on energy and raw materials costs and availability and hedging counter-party risks; (5) relationships with or increased costs related to our employees and third-party service providers; (6) laws and regulations (including environmental and health-related issues); and (7) accounting standards or tax rates in the markets in which we operate, (b) the ultimate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and future responses and/or measures taken in response thereto, including, but not limited to, new and emerging variants of the virus and the efficacy and distribution of vaccines, which are highly uncertain and are difficult to predict, (c) the loss or financial instability of any significant customer(s), including as a result of product recalls or safety concerns related to our products, (d) changes in consumer behavior, trends and preferences, including health and whole grain trends, and the movement toward more inexpensive store branded products, (e) the level of success we achieve in developing and introducing new products and entering new markets, (f) our ability to implement new technology and customer requirements as required, (g) our ability to operate existing, and any new, manufacturing lines according to schedule, (h) our ability to implement and achieve our environmental, social, and governance ("ESG") goals in accordance with suppliers, regulations, and customers; (i) our ability to execute our business strategies which may involve, among other things, (1) the ability to realize the intended benefits of planned or contemplated acquisitions, dispositions or joint ventures, (2) the deployment of new systems (e.g., our enterprise resource planning ("ERP") system), distribution channels and technology, and (3) an enhanced organizational structure, (j) consolidation within the baking industry and related industries, (k) changes in pricing, customer and consumer reaction to pricing actions (including decreased volumes), and the pricing environment among competitors within the industry, (l) our ability to adjust pricing to offset, or partially offset, inflationary pressure on the cost of our products; (m) disruptions in our direct-store-delivery distribution model, including litigation or an adverse ruling by a court or regulatory or governmental body, or other regulatory developments, that could affect the independent contractor classifications of the independent distributor partners, (n) increasing legal complexity and legal proceedings that we are or may become subject to, (o) labor shortages and turnover or increases in employee and employee-related costs, (p) the credit, business, and legal risks associated with independent distributor partners and customers, which operate in the highly competitive retail food and foodservice industries, (q) any business disruptions due to political instability, pandemics, armed hostilities (including the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine), incidents of terrorism, natural disasters, labor strikes or work stoppages, technological breakdowns, product contamination, product recalls or safety concerns related to our products, or the responses to or repercussions from any of these or similar events or conditions and our ability to insure against such events, (r) the failure of our information technology ("IT") systems to perform adequately, including any interruptions, intrusions, cyber-attacks or security breaches of such systems or risks associated with the planned implementation of the upgrade of our ERP system; and (s) the potential impact of climate change on the company, including physical and transition risks, higher regulatory and compliance costs, reputational risks, and availability of capital on attractive terms. The foregoing list of important factors does not include all such factors, nor necessarily present them in order of importance. In addition, you should consult other disclosures made by the company (such as in our other filings with the SEC or in company press releases) for other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from those projected by the company. Refer to Part I, Item 1A., Risk Factors, of the Form 10-K, Part II, Item 1A., Risk Factors of the Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 16, 2022 and subsequent filing with the SEC for additional information regarding factors that could affect the company's results of operations, financial condition and liquidity. We caution you not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, as they speak only as of the date made and are inherently uncertain. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise or update such statements, except as required by law. You are advised, however, to consult any further public disclosures by the company (such as in our filings with the SEC or in company press releases) on related subjects. Information Regarding Non-GAAP Financial Measures The company prepares its consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). However, from time to time, the company may present in its public statements, press releases and SEC filings, non-GAAP financial measures such as, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted net income, adjusted EPS, adjusted income tax expense, adjusted selling, distribution and administrative expenses (SD&A), gross margin excluding depreciation and amortization, free cash flow, and the ratio of net debt to adjusted EBITDA. The reconciliations attached provide reconciliations of the non-GAAP measures used in this presentation or release to the most comparable GAAP financial measure. The company's definitions of these non-GAAP measures may differ from similarly titled measures used by others. These non-GAAP measures should be considered supplemental to, and not a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP. The company defines EBITDA as earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. Earnings are net income. The company believes that EBITDA is a useful tool for managing the operations of its business and is an indicator of the company's ability to incur and service indebtedness and generate free cash flow. EBITDA is used as the primary performance measure in the company's 2014 Omnibus Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan. Furthermore, pursuant to the terms of our credit facility, EBITDA is used to determine the company's compliance with certain financial covenants. The company also believes that EBITDA measures are commonly reported and widely used by investors and other interested parties as measures of a company's operating performance and debt servicing ability because EBITDA measures assist in comparing performance on a consistent basis without regard to depreciation or amortization, which can vary significantly depending upon accounting methods and non-operating factors (such as historical cost). EBITDA is also a widely-accepted financial indicator of a company's ability to incur and service indebtedness. EBITDA should not be considered an alternative to (a) income from operations or net income (loss) as a measure of operating performance; (b) cash flows provided by operating, investing and financing activities (as determined in accordance with GAAP) as a measure of the company's ability to meet its cash needs; or (c) any other indicator of performance or liquidity that has been determined in accordance with GAAP. The company defines adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted EPS, adjusted income tax expense and adjusted SD&A, respectively, excluding the impact of asset impairment charges, Project Centennial consulting costs, business process improvement costs, lease terminations, legal settlements, acquisition-related costs, and pension plan settlements. The company believes that these measures, when considered together with its GAAP financial results, provides management and investors with a more complete understanding of its business operating results, including underlying trends, by excluding the effects of certain charges. The company defines free cash flow as operating cash flow minus capital expenditures. The company believes that free cash flow provides investors a better understanding of the company's liquidity position. The company defines net debt as total debt less cash and cash equivalents. Net debt to EBITDA is used as a measure of financial leverage employed by the company. Gross margin excluding depreciation and amortization is used as a performance measure to provide additional transparent information regarding our results of operations on a consolidated and segment basis. Changes in depreciation and amortization are separately discussed and include depreciation and amortization for materials, supplies, labor and other production costs and operating activities. Presentation of gross margin includes depreciation and amortization in the materials, supplies, labor and other production costs according to GAAP. Our method of presenting gross margin excludes the depreciation and amortization components, as discussed above. The reconciliations attached provide reconciliations of the non-GAAP measures used in this presentation or release to the most comparable GAAP financial measure. 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Study reveals customers rapidly changing travel habits MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TravelBoom, the leading data-driven digital marketing agency for hotels, resorts, and vacation rental companies, released its annual leisure travel trends study after recently surveying more than 2,000 travelers in 2022. The results reveal startling changes in the travel planning and booking behavior as impacted by rising costs, the overall economy, continuing COVID-19 risks, and technology. The study examines travelers' mindsets and behavior from the inception of the idea to travel all the way through to how they interact with their chosen destinations before, during, and after their stay. It also shows vital metrics and specifies year-over-year guest booking preferences and behavior changes. TravelBoom's 2022 Leisure Travel Trends Study provides key insights such as: - Rising costs are impacting travel plans. 36% of travelers say they may cancel planned vacations due to budget concerns. - Travelers are doing more online research than ever before. The average traveler looks at 5.5 websites during their booking process doing more research than ever before. - Factors impacting travel plans are shifting. Transportation costs, amenities, and loyalty programs are just a few factors that can affect a traveler's decision. - COVID-19 continues to influence travel. 55% of the population still considers the pandemic before booking travel. Only 13.5% of American leisure travelers say COVID-19 is a major influence on travel, compared to 45% of Canadian travelers. Showing that COVID-19 is continuing to make a significant impact on international travel. - Reviews have never been more important to travelers choosing where to stay. 82% of travelers will not book a property without having first read reviews. - Vacation rental sites are taking a bite out of the online travel agencies (OTA). VRBO and Airbnb are growing significantly in usage, at the expense of the OTAs such as Expedia. "Leisure travel continues to be one of the most impacted industries in the post-pandemic period and consumers are very conscious of inflation, lingering COVID-19 concerns, along with high expectations for destinations and accommodations," said Pete DiMaio, COO of TravelBoom. "Our annual Leisure Travel Trends study allows us to better understand the consumer mindset and purchase journey so that we can adapt our marketing strategies to a greater impact." To download a copy of TravelBoom's 2022 Leisure Travel Trends Study, please click here. TravelBoom specializes in developing and executing customized data-driven marketing solutions that drive direct bookings and growth for its clients. With over 25 years of experience in digital marketing for travel and hotels, TravelBoom leverages advanced data science and analytics to uncover insights and develop strategies that greatly enhance client results and reduce reliance on third-party channels. TravelBoom is also the host of the world's #1 ranked Hotel Marketing Podcast and its quarterly Traveler Sentiment Study both of which can be found at www.travelboommarketing.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE TravelBoom Marketing	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/22/travelboom-releases-2022-leisure-travel-trends-study/	2022-08-22T16:26:21Z
PHOENIX (AP) — Connor Dawson is a psychologist, gatekeeper, analyst and strategist. And a hitting coach, too. Tough job. “There’s just so much out there for one guy to handle now that wasn’t the case 20 years ago,” Dawson said. The 28-year-old Dawson is one of two new hitting coaches for the Milwaukee Brewers, hired along with Ozzie Timmons after Andy Haines was let go in October. Haines ended up in Pittsburgh, part of a remarkable shakeup for one of the highest profile positions on a major league coaching staff. A whopping 17 teams made a change at hitting coach in the offseason. The Brewers, Baltimore Orioles and Seattle Mariners opted to give the title to two people after previously going with one, joining the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Dodgers. That’s compared to four managerial changes — Mark Kotsay in Oakland, Buck Showalter with the New York Mets, Oliver Marmol for St. Louis and Bob Melvin in San Diego — and four changes with the pitching coach title. “By a significant amount the hitting coach is the toughest staff job, including the manager. For sure,” said Tony La Russa, the 77-year-old Hall of Fame manager of the Chicago White Sox. “Those other guys have to work, but hitters hit every day and there’s a lot of them. And trying to get them right, keep them right. I don’t know if it’s just they get worn out, I don’t know. … You see a hitting coach that’s got longevity, man, you cannot give them enough credit.” The widespread changes at hitting coach occurred after the major league batting average dipped to .244 last season, its lowest since the year of the pitcher in 1968. There were a record 2,664 more strikeouts than hits, the gap increasing from 1,147 during the pandemic-shortened 2020 season and 784 in 2019, when strikeouts topped hits for the first time. “We’re in a stage with it that other areas of the game have provided some concrete ways to move forward and we’re still really searching for ways that we think can sustain in helping hitters,” Brewers manager Craig Counsell said. “We’re trying a lot of different things and I think that’s why you’re seeing the coaches cycle. And it’s because it’s a really difficult job.” Today’s hitting coaches do a lot more than just coach hitting, a daunting task in and of itself since it involves knowing the swings of every position player on the roster — a group that most likely varies dramatically in size, strength and experience. They also help their players find the right mindset for a task that usually results in failure. They sift through an ever-expanding amount of information to help determine what is useful for each hitter and what can be discarded. They shape how their team plans to attack an opponent’s pitching staff. “At the big league level, a lot of guys know what their swing does. They know how to formulate a game plan,” Diamondbacks catcher Carson Kelly said. “So I think a lot of it is reassurance and giving information. Just basically having as much information as we can to help us try to move forward when we’re struggling and find ways to make adjustments over a long season.” Dawson said he felt his job was about 30% coaching versus 70% working on psychology and mindset. “Honestly, they’re so intertwined and overlapped that it’s really a full-time thing,” he said. “It’s hard to separate the two just ’cause you can’t have one without the other.” The Cubs are on their fifth hitting coach since 2014 after hiring Greg Brown in November. Brown, 41, spent the past two seasons as the minor league hitting coordinator for Tampa Bay. Assistant hitting coach Johnny Washington was hired in December, and manager David Ross made it sound as if it extends into much of the team’s coaching staff. “We talk hitting a lot, and sometimes we can steer a guy to what he talks about with whatever kind of hitting coach we have,” Ross said. One big reason behind all the changes at hitting coach is the developing technology, with the industry working to catch up to the advanced data available to big league pitchers. As the tools are introduced, some coaches are better suited to making the most of the new information. “You’ve got a lot more ways to measure and data and technology that we’re trying to implement into the hitting department that has been already put into the pitching aspect,” Ross said. “Knowing how to read those findings, knowing how to talk that language, and also still be able to relate to players is an extremely different skillset for a lot of guys that have been in the game for a long time.” ___ AP Baseball Writer Ronald Blum and AP Sports Writer David Brandt contributed to this report. ___ Jay Cohen can be reached at https://twitter.com/jcohenap ___ More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports	https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/hit-hard-hitting-coaches-have-short-shelf-life-in-majors/	2022-04-05T13:47:55Z
Introducing ECO suite plus Energy Management System CHICAGO, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The executive leadership team at Okuma America Corporation is pleased to announce the release of a next-generation energy management and optimization technology designed exclusively for Okuma CNC (computer numeric control) machine tools. This new software-driven technology – ECO suite plus - will be demonstrated for the first time in the Western Hemisphere on two Okuma machines (MB-80V bridge mill and MA-8000H machining center) in booth #338500 at the 2022 International Manufacturing Trade Show at McCormick Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois, on September 12 – 17, 2022. Commitment to Sustainability The ECO suite plus technology is the company's latest addition to a suite of products designed to support global and corporate sustainability initiatives. Initial sustainable product developments began in 1963 with the launch of the proprietary Okuma numeric control system. In 2001 the company further advanced sustainability initiatives with the Thermo-Friendly Concept, a technology design to manage thermal temperature ranges during the machining process. In 2014 the company released the inaugural ECO suite system which could monitor and control machine usage as a macro level. Today the company is pleased to unveil the next-generation technology - ECO suite plus - which builds upon the prior technology releases by providing management and control of specific machine operations and peripheral devices during the machining process and in idle mode. Both the Thermo-Friendly Concept and ECO technologies are powered by Okuma's proprietary OSP control, a Windows-based, open-architecture platform which offers maximum machining capabilities to users. ECO suite plus Features at a Glance The ECO suite plus technology harbors several features to aid in energy savings opportunities, including: - ECO Idling Stop The application's ECO Idling Stop function monitors the cooling stays of the milling and turning spindles. It will automatically turn off the coolers for those spindles when spindle temperature is stable. - ECO Power Monitor The ECO Power Monitor feature displays the power consumption of various components directly on the machine tool's display. This includes the power consumption of spindles, feed axes and peripheral equipment, giving the operator a view of the total energy being saved at a glance, without requiring a data export or separate smart device. - Additional Optional Features For more information on Okuma's ECO suite plus technology and to request a demo, please visit: okuma.com/eco-suite-energy-saving-cnc-control-applications. Additional Sustainability Initiatives In addition to sustainable product technologies, Okuma has instituted multiple corporate initiatives that support global sustainable development goals (SDGs); please visit https://www.okuma.co.jp/english/about/csr.html to learn more. About Okuma America Corporation Okuma America Corporation is the U.S.-based sales and service affiliate of Okuma Corporation, a world-leading builder of CNC (computer numeric control) machine tools, controls and automation systems. The company was founded in 1898 in Nagoya, Japan, and is the industry's only single-source provider of CNC machines, drives, motors, encoders, spindles and automation systems, all manufactured by Okuma. The company designs its own CNC controls to integrate seamlessly with each machine tool's functionality. In 2014 Okuma launched the Okuma App Store, the industry's only centralized online marketplace for machine tool apps and related content. Along with its extensive distribution network (largest in the Americas), and Partners in THINC network of enhanced manufacturing technologies, Okuma is committed to helping users gain competitive advantage through the open possibilities of machine tools today and into the future. For more information, visit Okuma.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. View original content: SOURCE Okuma America Corporation	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/12/okuma-america-corporation-launches-next-generation-eco-friendly-technology-imts-2022/	2022-09-12T17:17:02Z
The manufacturing and industrial sector is slowly realizing that 5G Private Networks are essential for automation, robotics, and Augmented reality NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Network upgrades can underpin the efforts of manufacturers to automate quality assurance (QA) processes, deploy Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) inside the facility, and upskill employees with the use of Augmented Reality. Lower latency and support for Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) afforded by a 5G network can further enable wireless process automation for robotics use cases and increase bandwidth support for data-heavy applications, such as video analytics. According to new research from global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, in 2030, manufacturing and industrial firms worldwide will have more than 49 million 5G connections inside their facilities, which will generate US$2.4 billion in global connections revenue for suppliers. "Progressive advancements to network performance (from Wi-Fi to Long Term Evolution (LTE), and from LTE to 5G) can underpin improvements to customers' operations. But to maximize the benefits to their operations, customers will need to invest in ancillary technologies, such as edge networking, data management, and data analytics, to accelerate data collection and create a digital thread," says Michael Larner, Industrial and Manufacturing Research Director at ABI Research. However, a lack of 5G industrial devices has stalled manufacturers' interest in 5G private wireless. In turn, the lack of enthusiasm has discouraged hardware suppliers from creating the necessary devices. As a result of the state of flux, equipment vendors, such as Nokia, have launched converged devices supporting Wi-Fi, LTE, and 5G connectivity. Suppliers need to showcase the attributes of a 5G network and prove how a 5G network can upgrade operations. "The lack of 5G devices is a genuine drag on adoption, but suppliers (telcos such as Nokia, Ericsson, NTT), Information Technology (IT) providers (HPE, DXC, Dell Technologies), Operational Technology (OT) specialists (Bosch, Siemens, Honeywell) and System Integrators (SIs) such as Accenture and Deloitte) should be working with prospective customers to educate them today about 5G's potential," Larner concludes. These findings are from ABI Research's 5G Private Wireless in Manufacturing market update report. This report is part of the company's Industrial and Manufacturing research service, which includes research, data, and ABI Insights. Depicted in a PowerPoint format, the Market Update provides a snapshot into current and future market opportunities and threats for a specific technology as well as focusing on a selected key market and associated trends. # # # ABI Research is a global technology intelligence firm delivering actionable research and strategic guidance to technology leaders, innovators, and decision makers around the world. Our research focuses on the transformative technologies that are dramatically reshaping industries, economies, and workforces today. ABI Research是一家国际科技情报公司，为全球科技领袖、创新人士和决策者提供实用的市场研究和战略性指导。我们密切关注一切为各行各业、全球经济和劳动市场带来颠覆性变革的创新与技术。 For more information about ABI Research's services, contact us at +1.516.624.2500 in the Americas, +44.203.326.0140 in Europe, +65.6592.0290 in Asia-Pacific, or visit www.abiresearch.com. Contact Info: Global Deborah Petrara Tel: +1.516.624.2558 pr@abiresearch.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE ABI Research	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/18/2030-manufacturing-industrial-facilities-will-have-over-49-million-5g-connections-generating-us24-billion-connections-revenue-suppliers/	2022-08-18T09:28:51Z
CLEVELAND (WJW) — With the summer holidays behind us, it may be time to start thinking about your holiday travel plans. For those who have to catch a plane to their destination, several travel blogs and price-comparison sites have some suggestions on how to avoid heavy crowds and costly ticket prices. According to Cheapflights.com, summer is a great time to book winter holiday travel, with deals to be found as early as 25 weeks in advance. Google Flights and Priceline, meanwhile, say airfares are typically the least expensive around September and October. Meanwhile, The Vacationer, a trip-planning blog, say the most important thing is to buy your tickets before Halloween. The airlines know you need to fly home in time for the turkey or to open presents under the tree, and costs are always higher for those who wait. Another thing to remember is that there are a limited number of available flights for the winter holidays. Incidentally, June and July are the cheapest time to purchase your holiday tickets, according to Vacationer. THANKSGIVING Thanksgiving is always on a Thursday in late November, falling on Nov. 24 this year. That means the busiest travel days are the Wednesday before and the Sunday after. If you missed the window to buy in June or July, late August or early September is your next best option, Vacationer says. In addition, it might pay off to look at flights three days prior, or on Thursday itself, when heading to your destinations, NerdWallet says. Flying on Thanksgiving can save you around 12% when compared to the Wednesday before, according to the site. When flying back, try to leave on Black Friday, or on the following Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. CHRISTMAS Christmas Eve falls on a Saturday this year, and Christmas is on Sunday — two weekend days. The best times to book flights are the same as for Thanksgiving: August or September if you missed your chance in June or July. Vacationer says to look for the following dates, which may be less busy and cheapest to fly. - Sunday, Dec. 18 - Monday, Dec. 19 - Tuesday, Dec. 20 - Saturday, Dec. 24 - Sunday, Dec. 25 When booking a flight back, the site recommends the following dates: - Wednesday, Dec. 28 - Thursday, Dec. 29 Other tips include searching on Google Travel for the best airline optimization, and always look at nearby airports for price comparisons. Some experts also suggests going through the airline to book your flight rather than a third-party platform. That way, if there are cancelations, you’ll be working with the airline directly. Despite all of these tips, expect the flight to be more expensive than other times of the year. Also, if you can, consider driving or taking a train.	https://cw33.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/whats-the-best-time-to-travel-this-holiday-season/	2022-09-11T15:49:46Z
Increasing Footprint Across Five States CHICAGO, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) plans its largest-ever service area and product expansion in 2023, increasing health care coverage options for as many as 1.1 million additional Medicare-eligible individuals in more than 150 new counties across Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. The proposed expansion, which focuses on providing access to care in rural and underserved areas, allows the company to offer Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug (MAPD) plans to 7.5 million people in more than 330 total counties across the states it serves – a more than 40% increase from 2022's record buildout. "We're excited to follow up last year's historic expansion with an even bigger launch for 2023, building on our long-standing commitment to increase access to quality, cost-effective and equitable health care in the communities we serve," said Christine Kourouklis, HCSC's Medicare President. "We're not just expanding our geographic reach – we're also expanding our products and services to best serve the specific needs and lifestyles of the growing Medicare population." HCSC currently insures more than 17 million Americans in five states, including seniors who enjoy coverage through its Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Many HCSC MA plans provide additional benefits beyond traditional Medicare, including dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage at a variety of price points, including options with $0 monthly premiums. For 2023, HCSC's MA plans and benefits are designed to meet the evolving and diverse needs of Medicare members, including options intended to lower out-of-pocket costs, support affordability of prescription drugs and increase access to enhanced benefits. "As we continue to grow our Medicare offerings, we've carefully chosen the expansion areas and product offerings to provide access to equitable, affordable and quality care to our members and potential new members," said Nathan Linsley, HCSC Senior Vice President, Government and Individual Markets. "We are committed to the Medicare population and will continue to grow and evolve our products and networks to deliver the best member experience and overall outcomes." HCSC is supporting the MAPD county footprint with an expansion of provider networks across all five states to help members have access to specialized care when and where they want and need it. HCSC is in the process of seeking all necessary regulatory approvals for 2023. The Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan Annual Election Period starts October 15 and ends December 7, 2022. For more information, visit.medicare.gov. Health Care Service Corporation is the country's largest customer-owned health insurer, with nearly 17.5 million members in its health plans in Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. A Mutual Legal Reserve Company, HCSC is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Health Care Service Corporation	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/01/hcsc-expand-medicare-offerings-11m-more-seniors-150-new-counties/	2022-08-01T23:36:52Z
ATLANTA, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Secureworks (NASDAQ: SCWX) today announced that it plans to release its second quarter fiscal 2023 financial results on Thursday, September 1, 2022, before the open of regular U.S. stock market trading hours. Secureworks will host a conference call that day to review the results at 8:00 a.m. ET. A live audio webcast of the conference call will be accessible on the company's website at http://investors.secureworks.com. The webcast will be archived at the same location. About Secureworks Secureworks® (NASDAQ: SCWX) is a global cybersecurity leader that protects customer progress with Secureworks Taegis™, a cloud-native security analytics platform built on 20+ years of real-world threat intelligence and research, improving customers' ability to detect advanced threats, streamline and collaborate on investigations, and automate the right actions. Connect with Secureworks via Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Secureworks, Inc.	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/16/secureworks-report-second-quarter-fiscal-2023-financial-results-september-1-2022/	2022-08-16T21:46:43Z
VALLEY FORGE, Pa., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vanguard today announced its plans to launch Vanguard Global Environmental Opportunities Stock Fund. The actively managed fund will hold a concentrated portfolio of companies that both are involved in the process of decarbonization and derive at least half of their revenue from activities deemed by the fund's advisor to contribute positively to environmental change. The fund will be managed by Ninety One, an experienced active investment manager with a proven track record in environmental, decarbonization, and global investing. "Vanguard has been thoughtful and deliberate in building out our ESG lineup by ensuring each new fund addresses investors' enduring needs," said Dan Reyes, head of Vanguard Portfolio Review Department. "We are confident that Ninety One's differentiated approach to global ESG investing will add long-term value for risk-tolerant investors who have a preference for environmental investing." Founded in 1991, Ninety One manages approximately $160 billion globally.1 The Global Environmental Opportunities Stock Fund takes a structured, research-driven approach to investing that targets companies seeking to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon world. Ninety One's investment philosophy is cemented in the conviction that there are structural growth opportunities resulting from trends in regulation, technology, and consumer preferences, which are driving a multi-decade energy transition. The firm believes that companies that successfully navigate this transition are likely to create value for investors over the long term. This will be the first Vanguard fund advised by Ninety One. The fund is designed for environmentally conscious investors who have a high tolerance for risk and want to augment a broadly diversified portfolio with a satellite position. The fund is expected to launch in the fourth quarter of 2022 with a competitive expense ratio of 0.75% for Investor Shares and 0.60% for Admiral Shares, compared with the industry average of 0.99% for similar funds.2 The fund's minimum investments are $3,000 for Investor Shares and $50,000 for Admiral Shares. Vanguard's ESG lineup Vanguard takes a disciplined, research-based approach to product development and has thoughtfully expanded its lineup of ESG funds, introducing funds and ETFs that exhibit enduring investment merit while addressing investors' evolving preferences. The new fund will complement Vanguard's existing ESG lineup, including its two existing actively managed ESG funds. The recently launched Vanguard Baillie Gifford Global Positive Impact Stock Fund is designed for clients who want a strategy that targets both investment and impact objectives. Vanguard Global ESG Select Stock Fund caters to clients who want to maximize returns while having greater exposure to companies with attractive ESG characteristics. Vanguard also offers exclusionary-screened index equity and fixed income ETFs for investors who want to avoid or reduce exposure to certain sectors or ESG risks in their portfolio. About Vanguard Founded in 1975, Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment management companies. The firm offers investments, advice, and retirement services to individual investors, institutions, and financial professionals. Vanguard operates under a unique, investor-owned structure where Vanguard fund shareholders own the funds, which in turn own Vanguard. As such, Vanguard adheres to a simple purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success. For more information, visit vanguard.com. 1 Data as of June 30, 2022. 2 Sources: Morningstar, Vanguard. Registration statements relating to Vanguard Global Environmental Opportunities Stock Fund have been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) but have not yet become effective. The SEC has not approved or disapproved these securities or passed upon the adequacy of either fund's preliminary prospectus. Any representation to the contrary is considered a criminal offense. These securities may not be sold nor may offers to buy be accepted prior to the time the registration statements become effective. This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of, these securities in any state in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state. For more information about Vanguard funds, visit vanguard.com to obtain a prospectus or, if available, a summary prospectus. Investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses, and other important information about a fund are contained in the prospectus; read and consider it carefully before investing. All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest. Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss. ESG funds are subject to ESG investment risk, which is the chance that the stocks or bonds screened by the index provider for ESG criteria generally will underperform the market as a whole or, in the aggregate, will trail returns of other funds screened for ESG criteria. The index provider's assessment of a company, based on the company's level of involvement in a particular industry or the index provider's own ESG criteria, may differ from that of other funds or of the advisor's or an investor's assessment of such company. As a result, the companies deemed eligible by the index provider may not reflect the beliefs and values of any particular investor and may not exhibit positive or favorable ESG characteristics. The evaluation of companies for ESG screening or integration is dependent on the timely and accurate reporting of ESG data by the companies. Successful application of the screens will depend on the index provider's proper identification and analysis of ESG data. The advisor may not be successful in assessing and identifying companies that have or will have a positive impact or support a given position. In some circumstances, companies could ultimately have a negative impact, or no impact. Vanguard ETF Shares are not redeemable with the issuing Fund other than in very large aggregations worth millions of dollars. Instead, investors must buy and sell Vanguard ETF Shares in the secondary market and hold those shares in a brokerage account. In doing so, the investor may incur brokerage commissions and may pay more than net asset value when buying and receive less than net asset value when selling. Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and governments are subject to risks including country/regional risk and currency risk. These risks are especially high in emerging markets. Vanguard Marketing Corporation, Distributor View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Vanguard	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/16/vanguard-introduce-environmental-opportunities-fund/	2022-08-16T15:10:05Z
Higher risk of heart issues found after COVID compared to 2nd vaccine dose, CDC reports (Gray News) - Researchers continue to look into life after COVID when it comes to heart issues following infection and recovery. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently released a report on the increased risk for cardiac complications after SARS-CoV-2 infection and mRNA COVID-19 vaccination. The report focuses on the ongoing risks and adverse health outcomes after a patient has gotten COVID. Findings also touched on the potential risk of heart issues after receiving an mRNA vaccine for the virus from Pfizer and Moderna. According to the report, cardiac complications, “particularly myocarditis and pericarditis,” have been tied to the coronavirus and mRNA COVID vaccination. However, findings from 40 health care systems that participated in the report from January 2021 to January 2022 showed that the risk for cardiac complications was significantly higher after the SARS-CoV-2 infection than after an mRNA COVID vaccination. The report also states that male patients 12-17 years old had the highest risk of developing cardiac conditions after vaccination and infection: “The incidence of cardiac outcomes after mRNA COVID-19 vaccination was highest for males aged 12–17 years after the second vaccine dose. However, within this demographic group, the risk for cardiac outcomes was 1.8–5.6 times as high after SARS-CoV-2 infection than after the second vaccine dose.” According to the report, studies from Israel and the United Kingdom have found a higher risk for myocarditis after SARS-CoV-2 infection than after an mRNA COVID-19 vaccination. Therefore, the CDC noted that the findings support the continued use of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines among all eligible persons. Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.	https://www.kxii.com/2022/04/05/higher-risk-heart-issues-found-after-covid-compared-2nd-vaccine-dose-cdc-reports/	2022-04-06T01:06:35Z
Astronomers capture 1st image of Milky Way’s huge black hole WASHINGTON (AP) — The world got a look Thursday at the first wild but fuzzy image of the supermassive black hole at the center of our own Milky Way galaxy, with astronomers calling it a “gentle giant” on a near-starvation diet. Astronomers believe nearly all galaxies, including our own, have these giant black holes at their center, where light and matter cannot escape, making it extremely hard to get images of them. Light gets chaotically bent and twisted around by gravity as it gets sucked into the abyss along with superheated gas and dust. The colorized image unveiled Thursday is from the international consortium behind the Event Horizon Telescope, a collection of eight synchronized radio telescopes around the world. Previous efforts had found the black hole in the center of our galaxy too jumpy to get a good picture. The University of Arizona’s Feryal Ozel called the black hole “the gentle giant in the center of our galaxy” while announcing the breakthrough. Black holes gobble up galactic material but Ozel said this one is “eating very little.” The Milky Way black hole is called Sagittarius A(asterisk), near the border of Sagittarius and Scorpius constellations. It is 4 million times more massive than our sun. “What’s more cool than seeing the black hole at the center of our own Milky Way,” said Caltech astronomer Katherine Bouman at a press conference. This is not the first black hole image. The same group released the first one in 2019 and it was from a galaxy 53 million light-years away. The Milky Way black hole is much closer, about 27,000 light-years away. A light year is 5.9 trillion miles (9.5 trillion kilometers). The project cost nearly $60 million with $28 million coming from the U.S. National Science Foundation. ___ Follow Seth Borenstein on Twitter at @borenbears ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Department of Science Education. The AP is solely responsible for all content. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/05/12/astronomers-capture-1st-image-milky-ways-huge-black-hole/	2022-05-12T14:29:05Z
NEW YORK, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After the close of market trading on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, IAC (NASDAQ: IAC) will post its second quarter results and simultaneously IAC CEO Joey Levin will publish a letter to shareholders, which may include certain forward-looking information, at https://ir.iac.com/quarterly-results. On Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. ET, IAC and Angi Inc. will live stream a joint video conference to answer questions regarding the companies' respective second quarter results. The live stream and replay of the video will be open to the public at https://interactivecorp.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gqDXEfh0RHyEFHWuURo0xw About IAC IAC (NASDAQ: IAC) builds companies. We are guided by curiosity, a questioning of the status quo, and a desire to invent or acquire new products and brands. From the single seed that started as IAC over two decades ago have emerged 11 public companies and generations of exceptional leaders. We will always evolve, but our basic principles of financially disciplined opportunism will never change. IAC is today comprised of category leading businesses including Angi Inc. (NASDAQ: ANGI), Dotdash Meredith and Care.com among many others ranging from early stage to established businesses. IAC is headquartered in New York City with business locations worldwide. View original content: SOURCE IAC	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/14/iac-announce-q2-2022-earnings-august-9th-host-earnings-video-conference-august-10th/	2022-07-14T21:02:06Z
David Mitchell Caldwell Funeral Service for David Mitchell Caldwell, 64, of Temple will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 29, 2022 at Crotty Funeral Home in Belton with Mike Baggerly officiating. Burial will follow at Greathouse Cemetery in Belton. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at Crotty Funeral Home. David departed the earth Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at his home in Temple. He was born in Temple, Texas on February 26, 1958 to Seth and Edith (Doughty) Caldwell. Dave “Pops” was an amazing father, grandfather, brother, uncle and son. He loved his family with everything he had. He had the biggest heart and kindest soul. He loved family vacations, fishing, hunting, and sitting by the bonfire listening to music with his family. David served in the US Army. He was a Truck driver until his retirement and was a proud member of the NRA. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Peggy Atkins and two grandchildren, Morgan Caldwell and Randall McNail, III. Survivors include two sons, Adam Caldwell and wife Jana of Virginia and Jeremy Cozart and wife Dana; two daughters, Angel Wallace and husband Justin of Temple and Elizabeth Herboth and husband Jim of Missouri; two brothers, Richard Caldwell and Billy Joe Caldwell and wife Barbara; a sister, Sandy Conklin and husband Doug; thirteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Paid Obituary	https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_f4fae6b6-c645-11ec-8727-970d3d300bb7.html	2022-04-28T11:46:48Z
Innovation will make it easier and more cost-effective to recover precious metals from used electronics ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The REMADE Institute, a 154-member public-private partnership established by the United States Department of Energy (DOE) with an initial investment of $140 million, today announced a new technology license involving a technological innovation capable of recovering precious metals from used electronics more easily and cost-effectively. The innovation, developed with REMADE support, is part of a research and development project first funded by the Institute in 2020. The R&D project, "Low-Concentration Metal Recovery from Complex Streams Using Gas-Assisted Microflow Solvent Extraction (GAME)," is still in progress and is led by Wencai Zhang, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Department of Mining and Minerals Engineering at Virginia Tech's College of Engineering, and Aaron Noble, Ph.D., an associate professor in the same department. Phinix, LLC, is the industry partner on the project. REMADE's tech team oversees the project, ensuring it meets the Institute's and DOE's technological milestones. "Congratulations to the entire project team, including the researchers with Virginia Tech, the team at Phinix, and our tech team at the Institute," said REMADE CEO Nabil Nasr. "A new technology license is a great accomplishment, and we believe it will be incredibly valuable to U.S.-based electronics recycling companies." Details of the technological innovation, which involves both the hardware set-up and the process, are the subject of a pending patent and are therefore confidential. All proprietary process advantages make it more cost-effective to recover precious metals from various electronics wastes destined for landfill. The IP has been exclusively licensed to Phinix, LLC. Zhang, the R&D project's principal investigator, said the research ultimately seeks to develop technologies to make it easier and more cost-effective to recover precious metals from personal computers (PCs), classified as electronic waste (e-waste). "The printed circuit boards (PCBs) found in PCs that have reached their end-of-life are among the most promising sources of gold and silver," Zhang said. "We need to do everything we can to make it easier and cheaper to recover these critical minerals and enable manufacturers to reuse them." Typical PC motherboards contain 566 parts per million (ppm) gold and 639 ppm silver – one of which, gold, is more than an order of magnitude above typical economic ore grades. REMADE Chief Technology Officer Magdi Azer said the tech license is another milestone for the public-private partnership, which seeks to increase the reuse, remanufacturing, recycling, and recovery of four energy-intensive materials: metals, polymers/plastics, fibers/papers, and e-waste. "REMADE is selective in funding R&D projects that have the greatest potential to reduce energy consumption, decrease greenhouse gas emissions, decrease the use of raw or primary materials, and increase the use of recycled or secondary materials," Azer said. "This particular R&D project is capable of developing technologies to increase the recovery of precious metals from e-waste, providing a valuable resource to U.S.-based electronics companies and other U.S. manufacturers, and as a result, increasing the resiliency of the U.S. supply chain and decreasing the nation's reliance on minerals from other countries." Subodh Das, founder and CEO of Phinix, which now holds the exclusive tech license, said his firm is eager to partner with electronics manufacturers that want to use the technological innovation to recover precious metals like gold, silver, and palladium from their end-of-life PCs. "Most of the 53.6 Mt of e-waste produced globally are not recycled," Das said. "Only 9% of e-waste is recycled in the U.S. Most are either exported or landfilled. Gold, silver, and copper are the most valuable recovered resources. Our project has involved the recovery of gold and silver. This innovation is a potential boon to U.S.-based electronics companies, many of which are actively searching for ways to recover precious metals from their products. We can help these electronics companies recover and reuse these end-of-life resources and assist U.S. manufacturers in other industries interested in these recovered precious metals as well." For more details, contact the REMADE Institute at contact@remadeinstitute.org, Virginia Tech's David Irvin at davidi86@vt.edu, and/or Phinix CEO Subodh Das at skdas@phinix.net. Founded in 2017, REMADE is a 154-member public-private partnership established by the U.S. Department of Energy with an initial investment of $140 million, half of which is DOE funding and the other half of which is member cost-share. REMADE is the only national institute focused entirely on developing innovative technologies to accelerate the U.S.'s transition to a Circular Economy. In partnership with industry, academia, and national laboratories, REMADE enables early-stage applied research and development that will create jobs, dramatically reduce embodied energy and greenhouse gas emissions, and increase the supply and use of recycled materials. For additional information about REMADE, visit www.remadeinstitute.org. For additional information, contact: Megan Connor Murphy Director, Marketing and Communications REMADE Institute 585-213-1036 office 585-339-8379 cell mconnormurphy@remadeinstitute.org View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE REMADE Institute	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/24/remade-announces-new-technology-license/	2022-08-24T17:16:08Z
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 28, 2022, the Board of Directors of BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.17 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on September 15, 2022 to stockholders of record on September 1, 2022. For more than 130 years, BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) has been a transformative global product leader bringing successful mobility innovation to market. Today, we're accelerating the world's transition to eMobility -- to help build a cleaner, healthier, safer future for all. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BorgWarner	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/29/borgwarner-declares-quarterly-dividend/	2022-07-29T11:48:54Z
TORONTO, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Livingston International, a leading provider of customs brokerage, freight forwarding and global trade advisory solutions, announced today the official launch of Livingston Direct, a wholly digital, user-directed platform that provides U.S. importers greater visibility into and hands-on control over online customs clearance. As an online customs broker, Livingston Direct is designed to meet the needs of moderate-volume shippers, allowing them to submit, manage and modify their customs documentation anytime, anywhere through an easy-to-use platform. Users also benefit from the reassurance of having a team of Livingston's customs experts on standby to answer questions and provide guidance when they need it. "There's been increased demand for supply chain visibility, which is often a reference to the status of transport, but what's frequently overlooked is what happens when shipments reach the border," said Robert Smith, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Livingston International. "Livingston Direct enhances supply chain visibility by giving importers real-time insight into the status of their customs clearances and empowers them to resolve delays quickly and easily so their goods keep moving." Livingston Direct is a cloud-based, mobile-friendly online customs broker platform that guides users through the setup of their account, their required profile documentation, and individual customs entries to empower self-clearing customs. It is the ideal solution for businesses with moderate shipping volumes and infrequent variations in imported products. It streamlines supply chain operations and puts businesses in control of their customs transactions. The launch of Livingston Direct is the latest initiative in the company's ongoing effort to provide enhanced digital services to businesses looking to simplify customs process. "Livingston is not your traditional customs broker," said Smith. "We have tailored our deep and extensive expertise to meet the evolving needs of businesses as they adapt their operations and supply chains to a 'new normal' in international trade. We will continue to invest in real-world solutions that simplify trade even in the most complex environments." Livingston Direct is available today. Eligible businesses can learn more at https://www.livingstonintl.com/direct Livingston International has served as a trusted trade adviser to businesses around the world for 75 years. It specializes in customs brokerage and trade compliance, and offers international trade consulting, global trade management and freight forwarding. Livingston provides clarity in a world of trade complexity, and reliability in times of volatility, so businesses can grow further, smarter and with confidence. Livingston employs approximately 3,000 associates at 85 key border points, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations across North America, Europe and Asia. Visit us at www.livingston.com, and on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. View original content: SOURCE Livingston International Inc.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/11/livingston-launches-direct-online-customs-clearance-platform-enhanced-control-visibility/	2022-07-11T13:08:01Z
New Haven acting police chief ordered to vacate position after court ruling By Evan Sobol and Matthew Campbell Click here for updates on this story NEW HAVEN, Connecticut (WFSB) — A Connecticut judge ruled New Haven Acting Police Chief Renee Dominguez should not be in that position. Mayor Justin Elicker says Dominguez will stay until a permanent chief is found. The city of New Haven’s charter says those appointed as interim police chief cannot stay in the role for more than six months. “Although there are some mechanisms in the city charter that allow a temporary appointee to remain in office for more than six months, the clear import of the city charter is that an acting police chief cannot remain in place indefinitely,” court documents say. The decision has nothing to do with her perfomance, but about the time she has served as acting chief. The city is appealing Monday’s ruling, so Dominguez will stay. Elicker appointed Dominguez as acting police chief on July 1, 2021 following Chief Otoniel Reyes’ retirement from the position on June 30, 2021. According to court documents, Elicker nominated Dominguez for permanent New Haven police chief on December 6, 2021. The Board of Alders voted against her as permanent chief. “At its December 6, 2021 meeting, the Board for Alders rejected the defendant’s nomination by voice vote,” court documents say. Dominguez withdrew her name from consideration for the position on December 10, 2021. She planned to retire from New Haven police when a permanent chief was found. A new chief has not been found yet. The lawsuit was filed against the city by New Haven Reverend Boise Kimber. His argument was that according to the city’s charter, an acting chief cannot remain in that role for more than six months, especially considering how the Board of Alders rejected Dominguez. The judge ruled in the reverend’s favor, but at a news conference Monday, Elicker says nothing is going to change. Please note: This content carries a strict local market embargo. If you share the same market as the contributor of this article, you may not use it on any platform.	https://localnews8.com/cnn-regional/2022/04/25/new-haven-acting-police-chief-ordered-to-vacate-position-after-court-ruling/	2022-04-26T07:39:26Z
New York Liberty first WNBA team to offer NFTs By DOUG FEINBERG AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Liberty announced that they would be the first team in WNBA history to drop non-fungible tokens in the form of digital art. The release of the NFT will be on May 7 to coincide with the Liberty’s season opener against the Connecticut Sun. There will be 400 NFTs with similar designs, but each having its own unique serial number when they are released. The Liberty hope to do more of them throughout the season.	https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/20/new-york-liberty-first-wnba-team-to-offer-nfts/	2022-04-20T12:19:06Z
GREENVILLE, S.C., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TrebleHook, a project pursuit platform for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals, built leveraging the Salesforce platform, has expanded its document generation capabilities by strategically partnering with S-Docs, the #1 100% Salesforce native document generation tool. Alongside TrebleHook's already robust capabilities to centralize project data, enhance customer relationships, and pursue the right projects, the addition of a document generation tool from S-Docs will allow Marketers and Business Development professionals in the AEC industry to automatically create proposals, resumes, project recap sheets, fillable forms, and more in their project pursuits. Documents can easily be created from virtually any data within the TrebleHook platform and exported to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF, and advanced workflows into the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite. "As TrebleHook launches into the AEC market, it is critical that we rapidly develop our IP and partner with best-in-class technology providers. S-Docs is the leader in document generation and is 100% built in the Salesforce ecosystem, allowing seamless integration and operability to our TrebleHook users. We couldn't be more excited about this partnership and the team at S-Docs" says Chris Fay, Founder & CEO of TrebleHook. "Our partnership with TrebleHook will enable the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction communities with critical document generation functionality that complements TrebleHook's value for firms looking to enhance customer relationships and pursue the right projects through centralized data. We are delighted to be partnering with the TrebleHook team," said Dan Pejanovic, Founder & CEO at S-Docs. To learn more about TrebleHook's project pursuit capabilities, visit their website at TrebleHook.com. TrebleHook's platform focuses on enabling architecture, engineering, and construction firms to centralize project data, enhance customer relationships and pursue and land the right projects through leveraging the world's #1 CRM platform, Salesforce. For more information on how TrebleHook's talented team is leading the way in project pursuit, visit their website at TrebleHook.com. S-Docs makes it easy to instantly generate data-driven documents, collect e-signatures, and automate end-to-end document workflows as a 100% native document generation and e-signature solution for Salesforce. Find out why organizations in nearly every industry rely on S-Docs to eliminate tedious tasks, save time for meaningful work, and provide best-in-class customer experiences at sdocs.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE TrebleHook	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/28/treblehook-introduces-powerful-aec-document-generation-tools-with-s-docs-partnership/	2022-07-28T14:40:14Z
DUBAI, UAE, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Comprehensive trading platform XT.com officially announced the listing of MirArc Chain (MAT) token on its network. This collaboration will enable MAT traders and investors to enjoy the flexible trading features offered by the XT.COM exchange. All interested traders can now start depositing their MAT tokens ahead of the trading time. XT.COM will open its MAT/USDT trading on 2022/06/7 at 7:00 (UTC). Meanwhile, the withdrawal section will be available on 2022/6/8 at 7:00 (UTC). Anisor, the Global CMO of XT.com, proudly shared, "The most important thing for us is to provide our users with the highest safety and security standards. With MAT's token listing, we ensure to give the maximum transparency that will benefit both MAT and XT.com community." On the other hand, MAT is a cryptocurrency that utilizes the Binance Smart Chain technology (BSC). It is a MirArc Chain network's utility token with a 1B token supply. Furthermore, the network aims for its token to be used in online payment like play-to-earn games, DeFi platforms, and shopping malls, to name a few. About MirArc Chain (MAT) MirArc Chain (MAT) is a blockchain network that aims to create an ecosystem that supports various activities in the industry. It will focus more on online payments where its native digital asset – MAT, will be the primary governance token. These services include future option transactions, shopping mall payments, and more. The MAT tokens can also be utilized to reward all of its community participants in the network. In addition, MAT will be used in the foreign exchange futures trading platform as the initial step in developing the MirArc ecosystem. About XT.COM XT.COM is a comprehensive crypto exchange platform that supports multiple crypto assets in the space. It is ranked as one of the top most trusted exchanges in CoinGecko and CoinMarketCAp. Recently, the exchange supported almost 600 coins with nearly 1000 trading pairs. Furthermore, the exchange has over 300k active users with more than 3 million registered users across the globe. The exchange is headquartered in Dubai, with operations and offices in Singapore and Seoul. It supports communities from different countries such as Russia, Japan, Philippines, China, Korea, India, and Africa, to name a few. All platform users can enjoy various features, such as leveraged transactions and contract transactions. View original content: SOURCE XT.com	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/08/mirarc-chain-mat-tokens-is-now-live-xtcom/	2022-06-08T10:33:09Z
SANDVIKEN, Sweden, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As previously communicated, Sandvik paused its business activities in Russia on February 28 due to Russia's war in Ukraine. Since then, the company has continuously been assessing and adjusting to the situation, and has taken the decision to wind down operations in Russia. As a consequence Sandvik will record a non-recurring charge of about SEK 1 billion in the second quarter operating results (EBITA), of which SEK 0.7 billion is a write-down and SEK 0.3 billion a provision mainly relating to personnel costs. These costs will be treated as items affecting comparability. Following the write-down, total remaining assets related to Russia, excluding cash, amounted to approximately SEK 0.7 billion on May 31, 2022. The wind-down process is ongoing and progressing in a controlled way, where Sandvik seeks to act responsibly towards its employees, and follows applicable regulations and sanctions. Depending on the progress of the wind-down procedures, additional costs may be incurred in the coming quarters. In 2021, about 3.6 percent of Sandvik Group revenues was from Russian customers. Stockholm, June 29, 2022 Sandvik AB For further information, contact Louise Tjeder VP Investor relations phone: +46(0)70782 6374 Johannes Hellström Press and Media Relations Manager phone: +46(0)707211008. This information was brought to you by Cision http://news.cision.com The following files are available for download: View original content: SOURCE Sandvik	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/29/sandvik-announces-non-recurring-charge-second-quarter-related-russia/	2022-06-29T07:43:58Z
College professor, wife accused of withholding food from kids, police say GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN/Gray News) – A professor at East Carolina University and his wife are accused of withholding food from their children. Dr. Joseph Reid, an assistant professor of accounting, and his wife Lucreasha Reid were arrested Thursday and charged with two counts of felony child abuse and one misdemeanor count of child abuse. WITN reports detectives started investigating the couple in February after hearing from the Department of Social Services that there was possible child abuse going on at their home. Police said two children at their home had visible signs of ongoing physical abuse and did not get proper medical care. They also said they believe the couple withheld food from the children. According to authorities, the children are currently in the care of a family member. Copyright 2022 WITN via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.	https://www.kxii.com/2022/06/17/college-professor-wife-accused-withholding-food-kids-police-say/	2022-06-17T16:29:54Z
TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Smart Meter continues to transform the remote patient monitoring (RPM) ecosystem, because of its superior cellular-enabled devices and robust data that facilitate better care management. Because Smart Meter can deliver reliable readings, better data, and better outcomes, we continue to be the trusted leader in chronic care management solutions for our RPM partners. A Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD) study regarding the worldwide burden of the disease was released a few months ago and the conclusions were not positive for the United States, which was in the highest rate of prevalence per 100,000 people worldwide.1 Having COPD can also cause the arteries that bring blood to the lungs to thicken, leading to pulmonary hypertension. Approximately 50 percent of COPD patients have pulmonary hypertension.2 "COPD is a major public health problem with extensive healthcare and economic costs." the authors of the worldwide study wrote. "With an aging population, COPD will continue to become an even greater problem in the future." Smart Meter's cellular-enabled iPulseOx is an effective and efficient method for helping patients with COPD better manage their health. The easy-to-use iPulseOx transmits the patient's oxygen saturation levels immediately through the reliable and secure AT&T IoT network to their provider. Real-time measurements help providers to make timely, better-informed care management decisions. In addition, Smart Meter's iBloodPressure blood pressure monitor is an easy way for hypertension patients to test and send their readings to their providers. This relieves patients of the burden of writing readings down and taking them to their next office visit. "With these two innovative devices from Smart Meter, our customers are able to expand their solutions to the healthcare industry," said Casey Pittock, Smart Meter's CEO. "Our unique cellular technology facilitates the delivery of reliable, accurate patient testing data seamlessly to healthcare professionals via our customers' platforms." Now serving more than 100,000 patients and transmitting 1.5 million patient test a month to our customers, Smart Meter is the leading trusted supplier of cellular-enabled virtual care technologies that include the iGlucose®, iBloodPressure®, iPulseOx®, iScale®, and SmartRPM™ cloud platform, as well as data, and services. Smart Meter's remote patient monitoring solutions are recognized as the standard for the RPM industry and are regarded for their high patient retention and satisfaction. The unique combination of reliable health data, patient-friendly devices, and platform integrations enable and enhance RPM, CCM, Employee Wellness, Population Health, and Telehealth programs for more than 300 RPM distribution partners across the United States. For more information, visit SmartMeterRPM.com 2 Pulmonary hypertension in COPD: pathophysiology and therapeutic targets - PubMed (nih.gov) Smart Meter, LLC 5501 W. Waters Ave., Suite 401 Tampa, FL 33602 813-773-4080 Media Contact Keith Tolbert keith.tolbert@iglucose.com 336-509-8024 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Smart Meter	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/11/more-than-16-million-americans-suffer-chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease-about-50-percent-them-also-have-pulmonary-hypertension/	2022-08-11T21:59:24Z
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 9:44AM MDT until April 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY * WHAT…Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches in the mountains and 2 to 3 inches in the valley. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE…Star Valley and Salt River and Wyoming Ranges. * WHEN…Until 6 PM MDT this evening. * IMPACTS…Travel could become difficult especially over Salt River Pass. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Visibility around a tenth of a mile in heaver snow could result in snowmobilers becoming disoriented and lost. Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.	https://localnews8.com/weather/alerts-weather/2022/04/12/winter-weather-advisory-issued-april-12-at-944am-mdt-until-april-12-at-600pm-mdt-by-nws-riverton-wy/	2022-04-12T16:45:37Z
BELTON — The city of Belton issued a boil water notice Sunday for its municipal water customers following a power outage at the Lake Belton plant that supplies the city’s treated drinking water. The boil notice follows conservation efforts requested on Saturday following the repair of a 48-inch line that ruptured at Bell County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1, which supplies water to several area cities, including Belton. “Please continue to conserve water during this boil notice, which is for all City of Belton water customers,” spokesman Paul Romer said in a news release. To ensure the destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and making ice should be brought to a vigorous, rolling boil for two minutes before consumption. In lieu of boiling, purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source. When the water is safe to drink without boiling, the city of Belton will issue a rescind notice. For more information, visit www.beltontexas.gov or call the city of Belton Public Works Department at 254- 933-5823.	https://www.tdtnews.com/news/business/article_a76fb064-cf16-11ec-aa6d-2f4229c7925b.html	2022-05-08T22:39:24Z
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This Hispanic Heritage Month, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) will celebrate over 40 years of Latino excellence and leadership development with its signature 45th Annual Awards Gala, hosted by Bank of America, on September 15, 2022, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Centers in Washington, D.C. Serving as one of our country's most anticipated kickoff celebrations for Hispanic Heritage Month, and the largest and most prestigious Hispanic gathering of public, private, and nonprofit sector leaders in the nation, CHCI is pleased to announce that award-winning, musical group Gente De Zona will be the entertainment finale headline at the 45th Annual Awards Gala. The gala is the culmination of CHCI's Leadership Conference and signature events in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. This year's theme is Rooted in Strength, Achieving Our Dreams, honoring the past, present, and future contributions of the Latino community in the United States. During the 45h Annual Awards Gala, Celia Cruz will be remembered posthumously with the 2022 Medallion of Excellence Award and Secretary Xavier Becerra will be recognized for his exemplary leadership with the 2022 American Dream Medallion Award. The gala will conclude with a musical performance by the Cuban musical duo, Gente De Zona. Gente De Zona was founded in 2000 as a grassroots Havana rap collective. In recent years, the duo Alexander Delgado and Randy Malcom has revolutionized urban, tropical, and pop music with its creative fusions, while collaborating with musical greats like Enrique Iglesias, Marc Anthony, Pitbull, Jennifer López, and Carlos Rivera. The two continue to climb the charts and collect prestigious awards, including winning "Best Urban Song" and "Song of the Year" at the 2021 Latin Grammys. "Gente De Zona is one of the most influential groups in Latin music today," said Marco A. Davis, CHCI President and CEO. "The CHCI 45th Annual Awards Gala will gather our nation's agents of change in recognition of our community's accomplishments, and with the support and cultural artistry of Gente De Zona, we plan to rejoice in our community's resilience, strength, and heritage." Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 45th Annual Awards Gala. Please contact development@chci.org for more information. Onsite press credentials and interview requests with select honorees, musical talent, participants, and organizational leadership may be available upon request. CHCI's 45th Annual Awards Gala Hosted by Bank of America Entertainment Finale Host TikTok ABOUT CHCI The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), is the premier Hispanic nonprofit and nonpartisan 501(c)(3) leadership development organization in the country that educates, empowers, and connects emerging Latino leaders by providing leadership development programs and educational services. The organization was established in 1978 by Hispanic Members of Congress to ensure a diverse and inclusive leadership pipeline. CHCI's leadership is comprised of Hispanic/Latino Members of Congress, community leaders, and corporate executives guiding the Institute's mission forward. CHCI directly impacts the lives of more than 1,700 students and young professionals each year through its fellowships, congressional internships, and the R2L NextGen high school program. For more information or to get involved, visit CHCI.org. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/08/10/chci-announces-45th-annual-awards-gala-entertainment-gente-de-zona/	2022-08-10T14:02:41Z
Officials at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are closely tracking recent clusters of monkeypox infections around the world -- and possible cases in the United States. Currently, the CDC is monitoring six people in the United States for possible monkeypox infections after they sat near an infected traveler who had symptoms while on a flight from Nigeria to the United Kingdom in early May. Separately, CDC officials also are investigating a case of monkeypox confirmed in a man in Massachusetts who had recently traveled to Canada. And in New York City, one patient has tested positive for orthopoxvirus, the family of viruses to which monkeypox belongs, NYC health officials announced in a news release Friday. The case is being treated as a "presumptive positive" case until confirmed pending CDC testing and the patient is currently isolating, the release states. New York City health officials had also tested one other patient for monkeypox, but that case has been ruled out, health officials said. City officials have been working with state authorities from the New York State Department of Health in their investigation of the two cases, both of which were identified Thursday. New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett said in a statement Friday that "the current risk to the public is low." "Reports of suspected cases of monkeypox in the United States and elsewhere are concerning. While a possible case in New York State awaits confirmatory testing by our local and federal partners, the Department has alerted health care providers in New York State so that they can consider this unusual diagnosis if their patients present with symptoms," Bassett said. Meanwhile, recent monkeypox infections have been identified in several other regions around the world where the virus is not usually common, including Canada, Great Britain, Italy, Northern Ireland and Spain. "We have a level of scientific concern about what we're seeing because this is a very unusual situation. Monkeypox is normally only reported in West Africa or Central Africa, and we don't see it in the United States or in Europe -- and the number of cases that are being reported is definitely outside the level of normal for what we would see," Jennifer McQuiston, deputy director of the Division of High Consequence Pathogens and Pathology within the CDC's National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases, told CNN on Thursday. "At the same time, there really aren't that many cases that are being reported -- I think maybe a dozen, a couple dozen -- so, the general public should not be concerned that they are at immediate risk for monkeypox," she said. "We're working through the investigations." Overall, "we have people who are being monitored for diseases all the time," CDC spokesperson Christine Pearson wrote in an email, Thursday. That means that if someone might have been exposed to a pathogen, their health is monitored, and they should see physicians if they develop symptoms. As for the six people currently being monitored for potential monkeypox, they all "are healthy, with no symptoms and are considered at low risk for monkeypox," Pearson wrote, adding that none were seated next to the ill passenger and none had direct contact. As the CDC's investigation continues, discussions have started to include the topic of vaccines. CDC 'discussing and evaluating' smallpox vaccine CDC officials are evaluating whether smallpox vaccine should be offered to healthcare workers treating monkeypox patients and other people who may be at "high risk" for exposure to monkeypox, McQuiston said. "It's definitely something that we're discussing and evaluating, whether offering smallpox vaccine makes sense in the current setting," she said. "We'll be closer to making recommendations for that in the next day or so." The variola virus that causes smallpox and the monkeypox virus are somewhat related as they are both members of the Orthopoxvirus genus, belonging to the scientific family of "pox" viruses. Therefore, some of the same vaccines administered to prevent smallpox have also been shown to prevent monkeypox. Even though the viruses are related, monkeypox is less contagious than smallpox and causes less severe disease. "We have vaccines that are stockpiled and available to be used, and if judged as a way to help manage this outbreak, we have the availability to use them," McQuiston said. "I would say that we are in the early days of understanding what is causing this outbreak -- and the fact that we're seeing cases reported in multiple places around the globe suggests that maybe it's been going on for a couple of weeks," she said. "As we work to complete our investigations and get our arms around it then hopefully we'll have much stronger recommendations for folks." Monkeypox, a viral disease, is rare in the United States and the virus does not occur naturally in the nation, according to the CDC. But cases have been identified that were associated with international travel or importing animals from areas where the disease is more common. After the virus jumps from an animal to a human, human-to-human transmission of monkeypox can occur when a person encounters the virus through direct contact to: large respiratory droplets, bodily fluids, or lesions on the skin. Monkeypox symptoms can include fever, headache, muscle aches and swollen lymph nodes. A characteristic of the disease is that it can cause lesions and a rash on the body, including the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet. "This is not a disease that is going to sweep across the country," Dr. Daniel Bausch, president of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene, told CNN on Thursday. "From a public health angle, of course, we need to investigate and respond -- I think the general population should just be aware of this -- but there's certainly no reason to panic and I think it's highly, highly, highly unlikely that we will get any sort of large outbreak of this," he said. "And if you haven't had contact in Massachusetts and you're not related to the person who had disease or in that link at all -- until we have any other reason to expect or to understand how this disease got into the United States -- your risk of getting monkeypox is really low." A monkeypox mystery In Massachusetts, physicians donning the same personal protective equipment they wear for Covid-19 patients have been treating the US monkeypox patient at a special pathogens unit within Massachusetts General Hospital, where he originally was diagnosed. "They were undergoing a workup related to symptoms and the infectious diseases physician seeing the patient, learning about some of the cases in the United Kingdom, decided that the patient could possibly have monkeypox," Dr. Erica Shenoy, medical director for the Regional Emerging Special Pathogens Treatment Center and associate chief of the infection control unit at Massachusetts General Hospital, told CNN on Thursday. "Then we had discussions with our state public health officials. The decision was made that yes, they did meet criteria for testing," Shenoy said. The patient tested positive. "I think to the public overall, there really is no clear risk at this point," Shenoy said. "This is an evolving situation that we're looking to understand better -- why these clusters that have been reported as well in the UK and in Portugal and Spain are happening, and to better understand the epidemiology." Both in the United Kingdom and Canada, health authorities have noted that many of the monkeypox cases were identified in men who have sex with men -- but the virus is not typically described as a sexually transmitted infection and investigations into these recent cases continue. Monkeypox was first discovered in 1958 when two outbreaks of a pox-like illness were seen in colonies of monkeys that were kept for research, leading to the name "monkeypox," according to the CDC. The first human case of monkeypox was reported years later in 1970 in the Democratic Republic of Congo, during a time when intense efforts were underway to eliminate smallpox. In the United States, the last outbreak of monkeypox recorded was in 2003, when 47 confirmed and probable cases were reported in six states: Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Ohio and Wisconsin. "No instances of monkeypox infection were attributed exclusively to person-to-person contact," according to CDC. All of the people infected with monkeypox during that outbreak became ill after having contact with pet prairie dogs, the CDC found. Those pets were housed at an animal vendor's facilities in Illinois where they may have been infected with the virus. The facilities housed other small mammals imported from Ghana that tested positive for monkeypox virus: two African giant pouched rats, nine dormice and three rope squirrels. "The prairie dogs got monkeypox from the imported animals and then passed it on to the humans," Bausch said. "It's a bit of a misnomer calling it monkeypox. The reservoir for this virus, the natural reservoir in nature is probably certain types of rodents." US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy said Thursday that people should not be worried about monkeypox at this point, but that they should be aware of symptoms and when to reach out for help. Murthy explained on CNN's New Day that monkeypox is rare in humans, "but when it does come up, it's a serious one that we should investigate, and we've got to make sure that we understand if and how it is spreading from person to person." Symptoms generally are similar to the flu, he told CNN's John Berman and Erica Hill. "The good news is we have one confirmed case right now. But we should always be on the lookout for more cases," he said. "At this time, we don't want people to worry. At this point, again, these numbers are still small -- we want them to be aware of these symptoms and if they have any concerns to reach out to their doctor." The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. 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NEW YORK, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for NIO, RDBX, API, CDXC, and BYSI. To see how InvestorsObserver's proprietary scoring system rates these stocks, view the InvestorsObserver's PriceWatch Alert by selecting the corresponding link. - NIO: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=NIO&prnumber=061020222 - RDBX: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=RDBX&prnumber=061020222 - API: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=API&prnumber=061020222 - CDXC: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=CDXC&prnumber=061020222 - BYSI: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=BYSI&prnumber=061020222 (Note: You may have to copy this link into your browser then press the [ENTER] key.) InvestorsObserver's PriceWatch Alerts are based on our proprietary scoring methodology. Each stock is evaluated based on short-term technical, long-term technical and fundamental factors. Each of those scores is then combined into an overall score that determines a stock's overall suitability for investment. 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.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/10/thinking-about-buying-stock-nio-redbox-entertainment-agora-chromadex-or-beyondspring/	2022-06-10T14:41:41Z
New dispensary expands patient access to medical cannabis; grand opening specials available TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) ("Trulieve" or "the Company"), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the United States, today announced the opening of a new medical dispensary in Kissimmee, Florida. Located at 51 N. Doverplum Ave., the doors will open at 9 a.m. on Thursday, August 4, 2022, with ongoing regular hours of 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. from Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Sunday. Grand opening festivities throughout the day at the new dispensary will include numerous partner giveaways, music, food trucks, deals and specials, and all registered patients will receive a 25% discount. Trulieve also offers statewide home delivery, convenient online ordering and in-store pickup. As always, all first-time guests are eligible for a 50% new customer discount at any Florida-based location. "Trulieve is proud to continue being at the forefront of expanding access to medical marijuana for Florida's patient population," said Trulieve's Chief Executive Officer Kim Rivers, "Trulieve is committed to investing in the Kissimmee community, as well as offering patients access to high quality products and providing exceptional customer experiences." As the state's leading medical cannabis provider, Trulieve's retail employees are trained to provide personalized patient care and support individuals at every stage of their cannabis journeys. Trulieve dispensaries throughout Florida offer on-site consultations to help patients obtain appropriate medical products and dosages to ensure optimal cannabis experiences. Trulieve patients across Florida can choose from the largest selection of THC and CBD products available in a variety of consumption methods, including smokable flower, concentrates, edibles, capsules, syringes, tinctures, topical creams, vaporizers, and more. Designed to meet every patient's needs, our portfolio of in-house brands includes Alchemy, Co2lors, Cultivar Collection, Modern Flower, Momenta, Muse, Roll One and Sweet Talk. Patients also have access to beloved brands such as Bellamy Brothers, Bhang, Binske, Blue River, Black Tuna, DeLisioso, Love's Oven, Miami Mango, O.pen and Sunshine Cannabis, all available exclusively at Trulieve in Florida. For more information, or to learn how to become a registered patient, please visit Trulieve.com and connect on Instagram or Facebook. About Trulieve Trulieve is an industry leading, vertically integrated cannabis company and multi-state operator in the U.S. operating in 11 states, with leading market positions in Arizona, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Trulieve is poised for accelerated growth and expansion, building scale in retail and distribution in new and existing markets through its hub strategy. By providing innovative, high-quality products across its brand portfolio, Trulieve delivers optimal customer experiences and increases access to cannabis, helping patients and customers to live without limits. Trulieve is listed on the CSE under the symbol TRUL and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol TCNNF. To learn more about Trulieve, visit Trulieve.com. Facebook: @Trulieve Instagram: @Trulieve_ Twitter: @Trulieve Investor Contact Christine Hersey, Executive Director of Investor Relations +1 (424) 202-0210 Christine.Hersey@Trulieve.com Media Contact Rob Kremer, Executive Director of Corporate Communications +1 (404) 218-3077 Robert.Kremer@Trulieve.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Trulieve Cannabis Corp.	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/08/04/trulieve-opening-medical-marijuana-dispensary-kissimmee-fl/	2022-08-04T12:45:14Z
Ex-officer testifies against mentor at Capitol riot trial WASHINGTON (AP) — A former Virginia police officer who pleaded guilty to storming the U.S. Capitol with another off-duty officer testified on Thursday that he had hoped the mob could overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election that day. Former Rocky Mount police officer Jacob Fracker, a key witness for federal prosecutors at the trial of former colleague Thomas Robertson, said he initially believed that he was merely trespassing when he entered the Capitol building. However, Fracker ultimately pleaded guilty to a felony charge that he conspired with Robertson to obstruct Congress from certifying President Joe Biden’s electoral victory on Jan. 6, 2021. Fracker agreed to cooperate with federal authorities in their case against Robertson, whose jury trial started Tuesday. Under cross-examination by one of Robertson’s lawyers, Fracker said he didn’t have a “verbal agreement” with anybody to obstruct the joint session of Congress. Fracker said he believed everybody in the mob “pretty much had the same goal” and didn’t need for it to be “said out loud.” Fracker said he and Robertson both believed the 2020 presidential election had been stolen from former President Donald Trump. One of Robertson’s attorneys, Mark Rollins, asked Fracker if he believes he did anything worse than trespassing on Jan. 6. “Sitting here today, yes. At the time, no,” Fracker replied. Robertson confirmed with U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper that he won’t be testifying at his trial. Prosecutors rested their case on Thursday afternoon. Jurors are expected to hear attorneys’ closing arguments on Friday before they begin deliberating. During the trial’s opening statements, defense attorney Camille Wagner told jurors that Robertson only went into the Capitol because he wanted to retrieve Fracker, who entered the Capitol a few minutes before Robertson. Wagner said Robertson, whom she called “T.J.,” knew that he had entered restricted areas of the Capitol where he wasn’t supposed to be on Jan. 6. But he isn’t accused of engaging in any violence or property destruction, she noted. Fracker was scheduled to be tried alongside Robertson before he pleaded guilty last month. He described Robertson as his mentor and a father figure. “I absolutely hate this,” Fracker testified on Wednesday. “I’ve always been on the other side of things, the good guys’ side so to speak.” The town fired Robertson and Fracker after the riot. Prosecutors say Robertson paid Fracker more than $30,000 after they were arrested. Robertson first offered to give Fracker money on the day that they surrendered to authorities, according to a court filing accompanying Fracker’s guilty plea. Fracker said Robertson also agreed to cover his legal fees, but he doesn’t believe Robertson was trying to “buy” his testimony with the $30,000 payment. “He said it would cover a year’s salary for me,” Fracker said. After the riot, Fracker bragged to friends on social media that he had urinated in House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s bathroom. That was a lie that he made “for cool points,” Fracker said. Robertson used a large wooden stick to impede police officers who were trying to hold off the mob, according to prosecutors. Police body camera video captured his interaction with police. When a prosecutor asked Fracker why he didn’t do more to help police officers who were trying to hold back the mob, he said he thought they should have been “on our side” and marching with the rioters. “And you didn’t see T.J. help them, either?” Assistant U.S. Attorney Risa Berkower asked. “Correct,” Fracker said. Robertson is charged with six counts, including obstruction of an official proceeding, civil disorder, entering and remaining in a restricted building while using a dangerous weapon and disorderly conduct in a Capitol building. Five of the counts relate to his actions on Jan. 6. The sixth stems from his alleged post-riot destruction of cellphones belonging to him and Fracker. Robertson has been jailed since Cooper ruled in July that he violated the terms of his pretrial release by possessing firearms. More than 770 people have been charged with federal crimes related to the riot. Over 240 of them have pleaded guilty, mostly to misdemeanors. Robertson is the second Capitol riot defendant to have a jury trial. The first ended last month with a jury convicting a Texas man, Guy Reffitt, of all charges. Two other Capitol riot defendants elected to have their cases tried without a jury and decided by the same federal judge. On Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden acquitted a New Mexico man, Matthew Martin, of all four misdemeanor counts with which he was charged. Last month, McFadden convicted New Mexico elected official Couy Griffin of illegally entering restricted Capitol grounds but acquitted him of engaging in disorderly conduct. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.kxii.com/2022/04/07/ex-officer-testifies-against-mentor-capitol-riot-trial/	2022-04-07T19:48:53Z
Capital Impact Partners, CDC Small Business Finance, and Ventures Lending Technologies bring more than 80 years of combined small business and community development experience to the Momentus Capital family of organizations. ARLINGTON, Va. and SAN DIEGO, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The financial sector can play a greater role in helping build inclusive and equitable communities — by providing people with access to the capital and opportunities they deserve. Opening up these doors is fundamental for local leaders and entrepreneurs to contribute not only to their communities, but to our shared economy. In a first-of-its-kind merger, Capital Impact Partners, CDC Small Business Finance, and Ventures Lending Technologies are coming together as Momentus Capital to create the transformational change needed in the financial sector to achieve this vision. For too long, many people — especially people of color — have been overlooked, ignored, or systematically excluded from the current system. Residents from all walks of life deserve to have equitable access to the things that contribute to their health and wealth: a vibrant local economy with good jobs; high-quality social services; and a voice in what happens in their community. "Small business owners, developers, and other local leaders are the engines of job creation and economic activity in communities across the country. When these leaders have the opportunity to succeed, their communities, their residents — and our country — thrive," said Ellis Carr, president and CEO of Momentus Capital. "We need bold thinking and a holistic approach to unleash solutions for underestimated communities. Momentus Capital was created to meet that challenge." Each organization under the Momentus Capital brand will continue operating as a separate entity committed to serving its key market and clients, albeit with additional resources and product offerings. By unifying as Momentus Capital with one shared vision and mission, these leading, mission-driven financial organizations can achieve even more than they could working as separate entities. To achieve that shared vision and mission, Momentus Capital is uniquely positioned to provide entrepreneurs and local leaders at every stage of their growth with a continuum of capital and opportunities under one roof. These key resources that address the challenges of — and support the solutions for — underestimated communities include: - Financial capital: a range of flexible debt and equity products to meet Momentus Capital's partners' needs, as well as access to new markets and potential investors - Knowledge capital: business advising, assistance, and training to develop the skills and insights that can help partners advance their enterprises - Social capital: connections to networks and people that can help Momentus Capital's partners succeed Momentus Capital further amplifies this approach through technology solutions — including the industry-leading Ventures+ loan software — that assist its partners in making a greater impact in their communities. Momentus Capital is the culmination of a vision that Mr. Carr and Kurt Chilcott, the longtime leader of CDC Small Business Finance, began to develop in 2019. These leaders sought a way that both organizations, impactful in their own right, could accelerate their work. Mr. Carr, the president and CEO of Capital Impact since 2016, was named the CEO of CDC Small Business Finance in 2021, while Mr. Chilcott transitioned to a role as chair of both organizations' boards. Under their leadership, Momentus Capital will continue to innovate how capital and investments flow into communities. "In the midst of developing the strategy for Momentus Capital, we witnessed the toll from the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing racial reckoning," said Mr. Chilcott. "While challenging, those two years strengthened our resolve as we witnessed how these experiences specifically impacted communities of color and fueled the growing racial wealth gap." Momentus Capital combines its national presence with a local, place-based approach. It works with local leaders — including small business owners, social entrepreneurs, community-minded developers, policy-makers, and builders of community facilities — to identify issues and drive solutions. This approach is supported by the organization's lending and investment activities: over $700 million annually deployed to support small business owners, developers, and other community leaders. That, in turn, builds on more than $23 billion of investments that the Momentus Capital family of companies already made to support community solutions throughout their histories. To support these community solutions, Momentus Capital is: - Rethinking its credit parameters, and developing new lending and investing products to create more equitable access to capital for borrowers and projects who have traditionally been denied. - Enhancing its lending with programs that solve for systemic issues through training, mentorship, and network building. - Deploying technology solutions for community-focused partners and lenders to amplify their work. - Working alongside partners in shaping national, regional, and local policy to address systemic inequities and expanding funding opportunities. - Combining robust financial experience with community trust to attract mainstream dollars and deliver them to locally-led projects. "We are constantly working to rethink outdated approaches that limit who has access to capital," said Mr. Carr. "Where others see risk, we see the opportunity to demonstrate that communities deserve investment. As more capital flows into these communities, the residents benefit — as do we all." Among the recent programs and initiatives from the Momentus Capital family of companies: - Activate Detroit, a new loan product that is empowering Black entrepreneurs by focusing on character-based evaluations, rather than credit scores. - Impower, which helps business owners who have been denied for a commercial real estate loan, assisting them with the opportunity to build wealth, create jobs and stay in the communities they serve. - The Equitable Development Initiative, Housing Equity Accelerator Fellowship, and Growing Diverse Housing Developers, all of which provide training, mentorship, connections, and pathways to financing for developers of color, helping them overcome racial barriers and systemic issues. - Expanding access to Ventures+, a proprietary loan processing and portfolio management tool that has become one of the top resources for small business and community lenders. This has helped other local lenders create an impact in their communities by providing access to high-level services they would otherwise be unlikely to manage on their own. - Launching an Impact Investing group to jumpstart growth-stage businesses that will impact their communities. Equity investments make up less than 2% of CDFI portfolios in the United States. This will fill a crucial gap for companies like this that need more than traditional debt products. - Coming Soon! We are developing a first-of-its kind mission-driven investment bank to better connect investors with community organizations through community-centric securities offerings. "Momentus Capital is dedicated to the idea that everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve the dreams they have for themselves, their communities, and for generations to come," said Mr. Carr. "I'm encouraged about what we've been able to achieve leading up to this key milestone. But I'm even more excited about the opportunities that stand before us to make real change." Momentus Capital is transforming how capital and investments flow into communities to provide people access to the capital and opportunities they deserve. Through our family of mission-driven organizations including Capital Impact Partners, CDC Small Business Finance, and Ventures Lending Technologies, we are working to reinvent traditional financial systems that have failed to address systemic issues of inequality, economic empowerment, and the widening racial wealth gap. Each organization under the Momentus Capital brand will continue operating as a separate entity committed to serving its key market and clients, albeit with additional resources and product offerings. We offer a continuum of financial, knowledge, and social capital to help local leaders build inclusive and equitable communities and create generational wealth. This includes a comprehensive package of loan products, impact investment opportunities, training and business advising programs, and technology services that advance locally-led solutions. Leveraging 80 years of combined experience, a portfolio of nearly $3 billion, and strong community engagement, the family of companies has delivered more than $23 billion in financing, created and preserved 250,000 jobs, and served 12,000 small businesses and five million people across their history. With headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, and San Diego, California, Momentus Capital operates nationally with a focus on larger urban areas and cities in Arizona, Michigan, Nevada, New York, Texas, and Washington, D.C. Learn more at momentuscap.org. Capital Impact is transforming how capital and investments flow into communities to provide people access to the capital and opportunities they deserve. We work to champion key issues of equity and social and economic justice by deploying mission-driven financing, capacity-building programs, and impact investing opportunities. Capital Impact is now part of the Momentus Capital family of organizations, including CDC Small Business Finance and Ventures Lending Technologies. Together, we offer a continuum of financial, knowledge, and social capital to help local leaders build inclusive and equitable communities and create generational wealth. This includes a comprehensive package of loan products, impact investment opportunities, training and business advising programs, and technology services that advance locally-led solutions. A nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution, Capital Impact has disbursed more than $2.5 billion since 1982 to create access to critical social services, grow entrepreneurs, and create quality jobs. Capital Impact's leadership in delivering financial and social impact has resulted in the organization being rated by S&P Global and recognized by Aeris for its performance. Headquartered in Arlington, VA, Capital Impact Partners operates nationally, with local teams in Austin, TX, Detroit, MI, New York, NY, and Oakland, CA. Learn more at capitalimpact.org and momentuscap.org. CDC Small Business Finance is transforming how capital and investments flow into communities to provide people access to the capital and opportunities they deserve. The nation's leading mission-based small business lender CDC delivers small business and commercial real estate loans paired with small business owner assistance to bolster entrepreneurship, economic development, and job creation. CDC offers numerous financing products including the Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 commercial real estate loans; SBA Community Advantage working capital loans; and the SBA Microloan. We also offer non-SBA products to provide more equitable access to credit for those who are unable to qualify for traditional financing. CDC also provides free business advising to support both potential borrowers to get loan-ready as well as to help existing small business borrowers grow and expand their business. CDC is now part of the Momentus Capital family of organizations, including Capital Impact Partners and Ventures Lending Technologies. Together, we offer a continuum of financial, knowledge, and social capital to help local leaders build inclusive and equitable communities and create generational wealth. This includes a comprehensive package of loan products, impact investment opportunities, training and business advising programs, and technology services that advance locally-led solutions. Since 1978, CDC has provided more than $21.3 billion in funding to 12,000 borrowers and helped create and preserve over 214,000 jobs. Learn more at cdcloans.com and momentuscap.org Ventures Lending Technologies (VLT) creates solutions that make lending easier. Its flagship product, Ventures+, is a loan processing and portfolio management tool that has become one of the top resources for small business lenders. VLT has been serving the lending community since 2004. Since then, VLT has consistently worked towards expanding its products and has grown to offer Payment Processing with Payments+ and a borrower portal with Apply+. It is the premier cloud-based lending platform that offers services throughout the entire lifecycle from a borrower prospect to loan payoff. Learn more at venturesgo.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Momentus Capital	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/21/leading-mission-driven-organizations-launch-momentus-capital-transform-how-financial-sector-helps-entrepreneurs-communities-thrive/	2022-07-21T11:25:37Z
HUMBLE, Texas, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: TCBX), ("Third Coast" or the "Company"), the holding company for Third Coast Bank, SSB (the "Bank"), today announced that it has entered into an investment agreement with Castle Creek Capital Partners VIII, LP ("Castle Creek") and certain other accredited investors (collectively, the "Investors"), pursuant to which the Company expects to raise aggregate gross proceeds of $69.4 million through the issuance of non-cumulative convertible preferred stock. The Company expects to close the offering, subject to customary closing conditions, on September 22, 2022. A representative from Castle Creek will immediately join the Board of Directors of the Company and the Bank following the closing of the transaction. "We are extremely pleased with the success of this transaction and appreciate the support that Castle Creek and the other accredited investors have shown for our team and business plan. We look forward to the partnership and operating expertise that comes with a Castle Creek investment," said Bart O. Caraway, Third Coast's Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. "This additional capital will position Third Coast Bank to execute on attractive growth opportunities in the future, and continue capitalizing on the talent dislocation in our markets. Further, we remain committed to driving toward industry leading profitability and expect the unlocking of latent value in the coming quarters through investments already made in people, technology, and our community." "These uncertain times call for extra thorough due diligence prior to investment and we couldn't be more pleased with the results," said Tony Scavuzzo, Managing Principal at Castle Creek. "The most important decision we can make as investors is partnering with a management team that has a shared vision of the future." The Series A Preferred Stock will have a non-cumulative dividend rate on the liquidation preference of the preferred stock of 6.75% and will be convertible into the Company's common stock, par value $1.00 per share ("Common Stock"), at an initial conversion price of $22.50 per share, subject to an ownership cap with respect to each Investor of 9.9% of the total outstanding shares of Common Stock. Thereafter, the Series A Preferred Stock will be convertible into a new series of the Company's non-voting preferred stock, to be designated as Series B Convertible Perpetual Preferred Stock, par value $1.00 per share, and, following approval by the Company's shareholders, non-voting common stock, par value $1.00 per share, of the Company. The Company also agreed to issue to Castle Creek and certain other investors an aggregate of 175,000 warrants ("Warrants") to purchase Common Stock in connection with the offering. Piper Sandler & Co. is serving as the Company's sole placement agent for the offering. Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is serving as legal counsel for the Company, Fenimore Kay Harrison LLP is serving as legal counsel for Piper Sandler & Co., and Sidley Austin LLP is serving as legal counsel for Castle Creek. About Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. is a commercially focused, Texas-based bank holding company operating primarily in the Greater Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin-San Antonio markets through its wholly owned subsidiary, Third Coast Bank, SSB. Founded in 2008 in Humble, Texas, Third Coast Bank, SSB conducts banking operations through 14 branches and one loan production office encompassing the four largest metropolitan areas in Texas. Please visit https://www.tcbssb.com for more information. No Offer or Solicitation This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation of an offer to sell, or the solicitation or an offer to buy any securities. There will be no sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. The Series A Preferred Stock and Warrants have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements reflect Third Coast's current views with respect to, among other things, future events, the offering of the Series A Preferred Stock and Warrants, Third Coast's financial performance and the use of proceeds from the offering. These statements are often, but not always, made through the use of words or phrases such as "may," "should," "could," "predict," "potential," "believe," "will likely result," "expect," "continue," "will," "anticipate," "seek," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "projection," "would" and "outlook," or the negative version of those words or other comparable words or phrases of a future or forward-looking nature. These forward-looking statements are not historical facts, and are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about Third Coast's industry, management's beliefs and certain assumptions made by management, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and beyond our control. Accordingly, Third Coast cautions you that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, assumptions and uncertainties that are difficult to predict. Although Third Coast believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable as of the date made, actual results may prove to be materially different from the results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. For a discussion of factors that could cause Third Coast's actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, please see the risk factors discussed in its Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 17, 2022, and Third Coast's other filings with the SEC. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and Third Coast does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law. Contact: Ken Dennard / Natalie Hairston Dennard Lascar Investor Relations (713) 529-6600 TCBX@dennardlascar.com View original content: SOURCE Third Coast Bancshares	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/08/third-coast-bancshares-inc-announces-private-placement-694-million-convertible-preferred-stock/	2022-09-08T21:46:54Z
Parents out on bond after being charged in deaths of 2 young children ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WITN/Gray News) – Two parents charged in the deaths of their two young children were released on bond Monday after appearing in court. Rocky Mount police said the mother, 21-year-old Zharia Noel, and her boyfriend, 21-year-old Ahmene Butler, were arrested Saturday and each charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter due to negligence and two counts of felony child abuse because of the children sustaining bodily injuries. Saturday morning, the Rocky Mount Police Department responded to a call where they located a 3-month-old boy, Kamryn Noel, and his 14-month-old sister, Amariah Noel, unresponsive inside a parked car. The children were taken to UNC Nash Health Care, where they were both pronounced dead. Saturday evening, the investigation was upgraded from suspicious death to a homicide. Noel and Butler each received a $100,000 unsecured bond by the magistrate and were released from custody. The parents had their first court appearances Monday morning. Police said they will continue to investigate the deaths. Further charges await reports from the North Carolina Medical Examiner’s office. Copyright 2022 WITN via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/04/26/parents-out-bond-after-being-charged-deaths-2-young-children/	2022-04-26T18:47:26Z
ORLANDO, Fla., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ten Republican Mayors and City Council members in Orange County have formally endorsed Vennia Francois for State Representative, District 45. They include Winter Garden Mayor John Rees, Ocoee Mayor Rusty Johnson, Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson, Windermere former Mayor Gary Bruhn, Belle Isle Mayor Nick Fouraker, and Edgewood Mayor John Dowless. City Council members include Winter Garden Commissioners Lisa Bennett, Mark Maciel, and Windermere Council Members Loren "Andy" Williams and Tony Davit. "Vennia has the right values, the right motivation, and is the one candidate in this race who will be able to hit the ground running on day one in Tallahassee," said Winter Garden Mayor John Rees. "Vennia is smart, experienced, conservative, and genuinely cares about people," stated Windermere Council member Loren "Andy" Williams. "I've known Vennia for over 25 years and she is not afraid to fight for what she believes in. As a lifelong Republican woman of color, she has been swimming against the tide for years. There's no doubt she will be an effective State Representative," said Edgewood Mayor John Dowless. According to Vennia, "I am honored to receive the endorsements of these ten leaders and elected city officials who live and work in Orange County. Along with the residents of West Orange and Osceola, they will be able to count on me to fight for our conservative values and work every day to make our community the best place to live and work." District 45 is an open seat in southwest Orange County and western Osceola County that includes parts of Winter Garden, Oakland, Windermere, Orlando, Celebration, and Champions Gate. About Vennia Francois Vennia lives in Windermere, is a commercial transactions attorney in Orlando, and a state officer for the Florida Federation of Republican Women. She serves on multiple non-profit boards, including Matthew's Hope, Downtown Arts District, House of Hope, and the Civil Rights Studies Alliance. She graduated from Florida A&M School of Law, formerly worked for U.S. Senator Mel Martinez as a policy advisor, and at the U.S. SEC in consumer protection against fraudulent and deceptive financial practices. For more information, please visit venniaforflorida.com or follow her on social media Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. Political advertisement paid for and approved by Vennia Francois, Republican for State Representative, District 45. Contact: Heather Herold (321) 626-6760 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Vennia Francois	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/04/12/10-orange-county-republican-mayors-council-members-endorse-vennia-francois-florida-state-house-45/	2022-04-12T10:30:59Z
NEW YORK (AP) — Loudon Wainwright III points out that the first line of the first song on his first album, released when he was 23, is about aging: “In Delaware when I was younger.” So it’s no stretch that the folk singer’s first album of new compositions in eight years, “Lifetime Achievement,” is loosely based on turning 75. It’s on sale Friday. The new song “How Old is 75?,” where he sings, “in five years I’ll be 80. I’ll hear the fat lady,” is one of Wainwright’s signature mixes of humor and poignant observation. Three-quarters of a century is a milestone, not just because it’s a big number, but because he’s now lived longer than his father and mother. “The aging thing has always been on all of my records,” he said. “But actually, it really applies to me now.” Over the course of 15 songs, Wainwright sings about pieces of his life scattered in various locales, walking through an old lover’s town, imagining himself at the gates of hell and the perspective of a dog caught in the middle of a divorce. The title cut’s narrator realizes that all of life’s momentary achievements mean little next to love — either from a partner or audience, depending on your interpretation. And family. Always family. Anyone who’s listened to the man that Rolling Stone called “the poet laureate of family dysfunction” knows about the competition with his father, his divorces from singers Kate McGarrigle and Suzzy Roche, the damage caused by the distant upbringings of son Rufus and daughter Lucy, both accomplished artists of their own. Wainwright quips about “a couple of tense Thanksgiving dinners,” but is endlessly drawn to his own life for material, reasoning there will always be listeners who can relate. “How could I not write about that?” he said. “What’s a better topic than that? I could write about imagining what it’s like to ride the rails or pick cotton. I’m just writing about what happened to me. That started at the very beginning; I wrote my first song about going to boarding school in Delaware.” “Lifetime Achievement” is essentially Wainwright and his guitar — or banjo on “How Old is 75?” — with adornments added later. He usually performs alone, so starting alone is the approach that he feels fits best in the studio. Wainwright “was something like an old man even when he was young, so he takes to the subject of aging with grace and insight,” music critic Stephen Deusner wrote in a review of the album for Uncut. The singer grew up in the New York City suburbs of Westchester County and now lives on the eastern end of Long Island. He jokes about fitting in an interview along with “maintenance visits” to doctors in a trip to the city. He can remember specifically what made him want to be a performer. At age 7, he sang a song to his mother and her sister, bathed in their adoration, and knew he wanted that feeling again. Throughout his career, Wainwright has been able to toggle between humor and seriousness in a way uncommon to most songwriters. The new “Fam Vac” is laugh-out-loud funny: the narrator wants a vacation from, not with, his family. At the same time, the way he sang of feeling adrift following the death of his mother in 2001’s “Homeless” is chilling in its naked emotion. “I think of myself as a switch-hitter,” he said. “I can do funny, and I can do really down and depressing. I’m goofing on it now, but I can do very serious songs. I decided I can do both and I have done both.” It can be a tough line to walk. When the novelty song “Dead Skunk” became his first hit in the early 1970s — his only hit, really — that briefly became a trap. His record company was unenthused when Wainwright suggested his breezy “The Swimming Song” as a new single; they wanted another silly animal song. The last laugh: 50 years later, “The Swimming Song” has more than 17 million plays on Spotify; “Dead Skunk” is at 3.5 million. Wainwright’s 76th birthday is coming up in a few weeks, right when he’s heading out on his first post-pandemic tour. He’s starting in England, where he generally draws larger audiences than at home. “I’m so delighted when young people come up to me and say ‘my mom loved your records’ or ‘my grandfather loved your records,’” he said. “And then they say, ‘but I love your records, too.’ That, of course, is the most exciting thing. Then I feel like I’m 22.” Wainwright never figured he’d be making music this long. While going out on the road is much harder, and Wainwright can see a deadline coming on that part of his career, he expects to write songs as long as inspiration strikes. “When you start out in show business, or any business … you have your fantasies about how big it’s going to get, how famous you’re going to get, how much money you’re going to make,” he said. “I had all of those. I hoped that I would make a little more money than I have, but looking back, it’s been great. I got to do what I wanted to do.”	https://cw33.com/entertainment-news/ap-entertainment/wainwrights-new-music-takes-inspiration-from-turning-75/	2022-08-19T22:22:24Z
DENVER (AP) — Tyler Bozak and the St. Louis Blues experienced just about every emotion imaginable over the course of a win-or-season-ends game in which they fell behind by three goals. Ultimately, they landed on this improbable one — elation. Bozak scored 3:38 into overtime and the Blues fended off elimination in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals, overcoming a pair of deficits in a 5-4 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday night. Bozak, a fourth-line center, unleashed a shot from near the blueline that got past Darcy Kuemper, capping a remarkable comeback for St. Louis. “It was an amazing hockey game,” Bozak said. “I’m sure everyone that was watching thought the same thing.” Robert Thomas had two goals, including the tying tally with 56 seconds left in regulation, for a resilient Blues team. It’s the latest game-tying goal for the Blues when facing elimination, according to NHL Stats. Vladimir Tarasenko and Justin Faulk also scored, Nick Leddy had four assists and Pavel Buchnevich had two. They never doubted — even down 3-0 late in the second period and 4-3 late in the third. “You’ve got nothing to lose, you might as well throw it all out there,” Thomas said. “That was our mentality.” The comeback offset a hat trick from Nathan MacKinnon, who looked like he might have just turned in a signature moment with goal No. 3. He went end-to-end, working his way around Blues defenseman Leddy with nifty stick work and lifting a shot over goaltender Ville Husso for a 4-3 lead. It was his second career postseason hat trick. Hats hit the ice. “Doesn’t matter,” MacKinnon said of his feat. “Looking to get a win.” Thomas tied it up with Husso on the bench for an extra skater, setting the stage for Bozak, who played college hockey down the road at the University of Denver. To think, he didn’t play much down the stretch of the third period, with the Blues rolling out just three lines. When he got his chance in OT, he made the most of it. “There’s definitely no such thing as a bad shot,” Bozak said. “So just tried to get it through the traffic and it went in. So that’s awesome.” Game 6 is Friday in St. Louis. The Blues have rallied from a 3-1 deficit to take a playoff series twice in their history — 1999 against Phoenix and 1991 versus Detroit. They’re looking to write another chapter. “This team’s come from behind quite a bit this year in games so they don’t give up,” Blues coach Craig Berube said. Captain Gabriel Landeskog also scored and Bowen Byram had two assists for the Avalanche, who were on the verge of advancing to the Western Conference final for the first time since 2002. Instead, they have to wait — and wonder. The second-round has proven to be a big hurdle for the Avalanche. They’ve been eliminated at this stage in each of the last three postseasons. “You sulk for three minutes and you move on. Simple as that,” Landeskog said. “It’s playoff hockey. It’s not supposed to be easy.” Husso made 30 saves for St. Louis. He took over in Game 3 when Jordan Binnington was injured following a collision between Nazem Kadri and Blues defenseman Calle Rosen that caused Kadri to crash into Binnington. Afterward, Kadri received racist death threats on social media, which led to increased security to protect him. He responded in Game 4 with a hat trick. On Wednesday, fans along the boards held up signs that read “Stand with Naz.” Kuemper stopped 25 shots. MacKinnon came out flying in the first period, taking five shots and scoring twice to give the Colorado an early 2-0 lead. Those were the first two goals of the series for MacKinnon, who has seven in the postseason. The speedy MacKinnon also had an assist to give him 82 career playoff points. He became the fourth player in franchise history with 80 or more postseason points, joining the company of Sakic (188), Peter Forsberg (159) and Peter Stastny (81). After Landeskog made it 3-0 just over 4 minutes into the second period, Tarasenko knocked in his first goal of the series 10 1/2 minutes later to jumpstart the Blues. “We got on our heels a little bit,” said MacKinnon, whose team is 4-0 on the road in these playoffs. “We wanted it so bad, I guess. … Win the third, go to the conference finals, whatever. It’s one period. Got to keep our game going, stay aggressive. That’s what we’ll do.” BERUBE’S TAKE Berube opened his pregame talk with reporters Wednesday by condemning the racist threats made toward Kadri. “In no way is it acceptable by the St. Louis Blues or anybody else, for him to go through that,” Berube said. “Being a Native American myself, I’ve heard it all. I’ve been around it. It’s not a good thing.” ___ More AP NHL: https://apnews.com/hub/nhl and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports	https://cw33.com/sports/ap-sports/bozak-caps-rally-with-ot-goal-blues-beat-avs-5-4-in-game-5/	2022-05-27T01:50:30Z
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized over $1.1 million worth of narcotics hidden in the panels of a car driving into California from Mexico, the agency said. Federal officers stopped a 43-year-old man entering the US from Mexico at the Otay Mesa port-of-entry on June 16 after drugs were detected by a CBP human and narcotic detector dog, according to a news release Thursday. The man was driving a 2011 Lincoln MKZ containing about 89 pounds of narcotics, which included fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, and cocaine concealed in packages hidden throughout the car's "quarter panels, rear bumper, firewall, and rocker panels," CBP said. The driver of the vehicle was "turned over to the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations," CBP said. "CBP officers are the front-line of stopping these types of dangerous drugs from entering into the U.S.," said Anne Maricich, CBP deputy director of field operations in San Diego. "I am proud of our officers, and as a result of their keen awareness and collaborative efforts, these narcotics will not reach our communities." The unprecedented rise in drug overdose deaths in the United States continues, having reached another record high, according to new provisional data published in April by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC estimates that 106,854 people died due to drug overdoses in the 12-month period ending November 2021. Annual drug overdose deaths have more than doubled over the past six years, jumping 16% over the past year alone. Giggster looked at every movie on IMDb with a PG-13 rating and more than 10,000 votes and ranked the top 30 according to IMDb user rating, with ties broken by votes. 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/cbp-officers-seize-more-than-1-1-million-in-narcotics-hidden-in-a-car-at/article_1c235482-9206-5ef3-ad83-5a251454f38a.html	2022-07-02T18:53:13Z
‘It was like a movie’: 11-foot gator frightens residents in neighborhood BOILING SPRING LAKES, N.C. (WECT/Gray News) - Residents in one North Carolina neighborhood say alligators are common in their community, but a rather large one was becoming a nuisance. Carol Woollery spoke to WECT and shared that she has lived in her Boiling Spring Lakes home for four years and first spotted an 11-foot alligator at her next-door neighbor’s house last week. Tara Lax, Woollery’s neighbor, has called the area home for 13 years. Both residents said they were frightened by the gator as they had not seen one this size on their property before. “It was so big we thought it was fake, but when we drove past the alligator, it spun around and opened its mouth. It was like a movie,” Woollery said. Clayton Ludwick, a master officer with North Carolina Wildlife, was called to assist with moving the alligator. He said the agency regularly gets calls about nuisance gators and recently removed three gators in a single day. “Every case is different, but an officer will be the one to come out and remove the animal,” Ludwick said. “With larger alligators, the information is forwarded to our alligator biologist and that person handles those calls.” Officials say that gators over eight feet in length can be a safety risk to people and pets, especially if people have been feeding them. “When people start feeding them, they become dependent on people to feed them. So, every time they see a human, whether a child or an adult, they think food,” Ludwick said. The wildlife agency said the team was able to remove the 11-foot gator from the neighborhood, but alligators are considered endangered, so there are strict rules prohibiting hunting or killing them. According to the agency, gators can only be removed by an NC Wildlife officer or by a licensed nuisance alligator agent with a permit. Copyright 2022 WECT via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/07/28/it-was-like-movie-11-foot-gator-frightens-residents-neighborhood/	2022-07-28T23:15:46Z
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. government is buying more monkeypox vaccine as a surprising international outbreak continues to grow, health officials said Friday. As of Friday, the U.S. had identified 45 cases in 15 states and the District of Columbia. More than 1,300 cases have been found in about 30 other countries outside the areas of Africa where the virus is endemic. Officials say the risk to the American public is low, but they are taking steps to assure people that medical measures are in place to deal with the growing problem. A two-dose vaccine, Jynneos, is approved for monkeypox in the U.S. The U.S. government has 72,000 Jynneos doses, and will get 300,000 more doses from its manufacturer, Bavarian Nordic, over the next several weeks, said Dawn O’Connell, who oversees the government’s stockpile of emergency vaccines and treatments. On Friday, the government announced it had ordered 500,000 more Jynneos doses from Bavarian Nordic to be delivered late this year. The company also is holding other doses owned by the U.S. government, she said. “We have the vaccines and treatments we need to respond,” said O’Connell, of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Monkeypox is endemic in parts of Africa, where people have been infected through bites from rodents or small animals. It does not usually spread easily among people. Last month, cases began emerging in Europe and the United States. Many — but not all — of those who contracted the virus had traveled internationally. Most were men who have sex with men, but health officials stress that anyone can get monkeypox. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday that every U.S. case they had looked at involved very close contact. Officials have alerted doctors to watch for monkeypox cases and offered vaccinations to people in contact with those who were infected. So far, over 1,400 vaccine courses and over 110 treatment courses have been sent to affected state and local jurisdictions, officials said. ___ The Associated Press Health & Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Department of Science Education. The AP is solely responsible for all content.	https://cw33.com/health/ap-health/us-buys-more-monkeypox-vaccine-as-global-case-count-grows/	2022-06-10T20:40:35Z
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is leaning towards making a visit to Saudi Arabia — a trip that would likely bring him face-to-face with the Saudi crown prince he once shunned as a killer. The White House is weighing a visit that would also include a meeting of the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates) as well as Egypt, Iraq and Jordan, according to a person familiar with White House planning, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the yet-to-be finalized plans. It comes as overriding U.S. strategic interests in oil and security have pushed the administration to rethink the arms-length stance that Biden pledged to take with the Saudis as a candidate for the White House. Any meeting between Biden and de facto Saudi ruler Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a Biden visit to the Middle East could offer hope of some relief for U.S. gasoline consumers, who are wincing as a squeaky-tight global oil supply drives up prices. Biden would be expected to meet with Prince Mohammed if the Saudi visit happens, according to the person familiar with the deliberations. Such a meeting could also ease a fraught and uncertain period in the partnership between Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil exporter, and the United States, the world’s top economic and military power, that has stood for more than three-quarters of a century. But it also risks a public humbling for the U.S. leader, who in 2019 pledged to make a “pariah” of the Saudi royal family over the 2018 killing and dismemberment of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a critic of Prince Mohammed’s brutal ways. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Wednesday declined to comment on whether Biden will travel to Saudi Arabia. He is expected to travel to Europe at the end of June and could tack on a stop in Saudi Arabia to meet with Prince Mohammed, Saudi King Salman and other leaders. If he does, Biden would also likely visit Israel. Last week, the White House confirmed that Brett McGurk, the National Security Council Middle East coordinator, and Amos Hochstein, a senior adviser for energy security at the State Department, were recently in the region. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke by phone Monday with his Saudi counterpart. McGurk and Hochstein, as well as Tim Lenderking, the U.S. special envoy for Yemen, have repeatedly visited Saudi Arabia for talks with Saudi officials about energy supplies, Biden administration efforts to revive the Iran nuclear deal and Saudi’s war in Yemen, recently calmed by a cease-fire. For Biden, the political dangers of offering his hand to Prince Mohammed include the potential for an embarrassing last-minute public rebuff from a still-offended crown prince known for imperious, harsh actions. Since Prince Mohammed became crown prince in 2017, that has included detaining his own royal uncles and cousins as well as Saudi rights advocates, and, according to the U.S. intelligence community, directing Khashoggi’s killing. Saudi Arabia denies his involvement. Still, Biden stood ready to greet the prince at last October’s meeting of leading rich and developing nations in Rome, but Prince Mohammed did not attend. And any Biden climbdown from his passionate human-rights pledge during his campaign — that Saudi rulers would “pay the price” for Khashoggi’s killing — risks more disillusionment for Democratic voters. They have watched Biden struggle to accomplish his domestic agenda in the face of a strong GOP minority in the Senate. Democrats appear less vocal now in demands that the U.S. take a hard line with Saudi Arabia’s crown prince. Near-record gas prices are endangering their prospects in the November midterm election. A leading congressional critic of the Saudi government, Rep. Gerald Connolly of Virginia, said in an email the United States “should reassess its unconditional support for Saudi Arabia.” But he and other Democrats are not publicly telling Biden he shouldn’t meet with Prince Mohammed. Lawmakers point especially to Saudi Arabia’s refusal despite months of Western appeals to veer from an oil production cap brokered largely between the Saudi kingdom and oil-producer Russia. The production cap is adding to oil supply shortfalls stemming from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. At the same time, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and French President Emmanuel Macron have privately urged Biden to work to soothe U.S.-Saudi relations as has Israel, which sees the kingdom as an essential player in countering Iran. Besides helping to keep gas prices high for consumers globally, the tight supply helps Russia get better prices for the oil and gas it is selling to fund its invasion of Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited the Saudi kingdom Tuesday. Frequent, warm visits among Saudi, Russian and Chinese officials during the freeze between Biden and the Saudi crown prince have heightened Western concern that Saudi Arabia is breaking from Western strategic interests. The United States for decades has ensured U.S. or allied aircraft carriers, troops and trainers and missile batteries remain deployed in defense of Saudi Arabia and its oil fields, and in defense of other Gulf states. The military commitment recognizes that a stable global oil market and a Gulf counterbalance to Iran are in U.S. strategic interests. From Saudi Arabia, the United States is looking “for real assurances that it is going to be firmly aligned with the United States internationally, and not drift toward or hedge by trying to have comparable relationships with Russia and China. That goes beyond just oil,” said Dan Shapiro, a former U.S. ambassador to Israel. Shapiro is an advocate of bilateral Abraham accords that have helped establish closer ties between some Arab states and Israel. “The United States needs to have some assurance that it’s going to provide those security guarantees and it has a real partner that’s going to be like a partner,” said Shapiro, now a distinguished fellow at the Atlantic Council. Officials in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, for their part, often see Biden as the latest of several U.S. presidents to neglect the U.S. military’s longstanding protector role in the Gulf, as Washington tries to extricate itself from Middle East conflicts to focus on China. Those Gulf security worries may be eased by the U.S. move last year bringing control of its forces in Israel under U.S. Central Command. That effectively increases interaction between Israel’s U.S.-equipped military and Arab forces under the U.S. military umbrella, Shapiro said. Deputy Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman visited CENTCOM headquarters in Florida last month. Regional coordination was one of the main topics, including, Shapiro said, the possibility of such steps as coordinating the Middle East’s air defense capabilities. Blinken and White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan also met last month with the Saudi defense official. Sullivan said he talked energy. CIA Director William Burns visited Prince Mohammed in Saudi Arabia in April. Biden administration officials bristle at the notion that a stepped-up engagement is simply about getting the Saudis to help ease gas prices. Jean-Pierre said that’s “a misunderstanding of both the complexity of that issue, as well as our multifaceted discussions with the Saudis.” “The president’s words still stand,” she added Wednesday, of Biden’s pledge that the Saudis would “pay a price.” ___ Jon Gambrell in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, contributed to this report.	https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/as-gas-prices-soar-biden-leans-toward-visiting-saudi-arabia/	2022-06-02T16:48:24Z
Rahm hangs on to win Mexico Open for 1st win since US Open PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico (AP) — Jon Rahm is a winner again and it wasn’t easy. Rahm has won the Mexico Open with a 69 in the final round at Vidanta Vallarta. The Spaniard now has 14 wins worldwide and seven on the PGA Tour. He says he could have done without the stress. Rahm never fell behind. But after he missed an easy birdie conversion on the par-5 12th, he suddenly found himself in a four-way tie for the lead. Brandon Wu shot 63. So did Tony Finau. Kurt Kitayama joined them. But then Rahm birdied the 14th, and he held on with pars.	https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/05/01/rahm-hangs-on-to-win-mexico-open-for-1st-win-since-us-open/	2022-05-02T02:24:21Z
The circular fashion line uplifts stories of underrepresented communities LOS ANGELES, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SO.TY, a neo luxe neo luxe sustainable circular fashion brand, launched this month in Los Angeles as part of Sovereignty Company, a social enterprise and not-for-profit set to realize a diverse, inclusive, equitable, prosperous, and circular fashion society for BIPOC communities. SO.TY is led by sought-after fashion designer Charles Harbison who has dressed notable celebrities like Beyonce, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Ava Duvernay. The brand seeks to define neo luxe as a movement that combines eco responsibility, gender affirmation, size inclusivity, and race and class equity to infuse thoughtfulness into the business of luxury goods. Motivated by his own experience as a millennial designer trying to break through in fashion as well as questioning fast fashion's focus on rapidly changing trends and styles, Harbison teamed up to create SO.TY with Corneil Montgomery of Sovereignty Company, a first-of-its-kind circular social enterprise and not-for-profit that recently launched in Los Angeles. SO.TY focuses on sustainability and inclusiveness and features an innovative line of eco-friendly clothing that incorporates clean, unique design elements made from reusable materials. The neo luxe fashion brand will donate four percent of the proceeds to Sovereignty Company to help fund the Fashion CEOs Accelerator, which provides resources to fashion designers and fashion entrepreneurs to design and launch their own sustainable and circular business models. "Sovereignty is honored to partner with Charles and the SO.TY brand to bring designers of color into the spotlight and help elevate the stories that deserve to be represented and heard," says Neil Montgomery, founder and chief executive officer of Sovereignty Fashion CEOs Accelerator. "Our mission, vision and purpose align perfectly to create an even stronger impact." The SO.TY team and their shared values and distinct perspectives distinguish the business from other neo luxury brands. "The SO.TY team represents what we believe neo luxe stands for and where we want to take it," says Charles Harbison, chief fashion director for SO.TY. "Every team member adds a perspective that is important to our mission. We have women, people of Color, black people of color, and people raised poor working with us to reach our goals. They define the thought leadership that in turn defines our work." The line represents identities that frequently go ignored or underrepresented, and Harbison wants to raise those identities into the spotlight through design, fair business practices, and fair wages. Both his designs and his ethos are heavily influenced by his upbringing. As a working-class son of working class women in North Carolina, Harbison has stories to tell and convey about witnessing strength, choice and self-defined elegance. In September 2021 he wrote about his influences and inspirations for The Atlantic in Always the Gold Sandal, and the stories live on through his SO.TY designs. The clothing can be thought of as a feminist take on menswear or gender-neutral clothing that women can choose to opt into. It is feminine influenced and queer affirming. Through his optimistic and colorful designs, Harbison references the unapologetic dignity and elegance that was modeled by his mother and grandmother. The fashion line includes pieces like a bomber jacket reimagined in fuchsia pink and basketball shorts and tanks adorned with sequins playing off the irony of taking things that are defined as masculine and hard and rendering them playful and soft. Staying true to the commitment to sustainability and circularity, the pieces will be constructed using recycled polyester, organic cotton, low water use fiber, recycled polyester fill and will be manufactured locally in Los Angeles. SO.TY will focus on sourcing surplus, dead stock and vintage fabrics. SO.TY will become available in wholesale markets in June and July and will launch an e-commerce site later this year. Related link: www.sov-er-eign-ty.com www.soty.world Contact: Blakely Thornton Media Liaison blakely@sov-er-eign-ty.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sovereignty Company	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/05/17/soty-launches-define-neo-luxe-fashion/	2022-05-17T16:49:06Z
Heating Up, Weekend Rain Question Precipitation potential looks limited, but bears watching Dry air, clear skies, and very light winds will allow for another cool night (by late June standards). Lows will range from 60 to 65 degrees. Nice! Expect lots of sunshine and hotter weather returning tomorrow, and it’s getting quite toasty, mid to upper 90s by Thursday and Friday. The Holiday weekend forecast includes a chance of a shower or thunderstorm Saturday/Saturday night as a weak upper low passes. The core of the system will be well to our south, keeping the overall precipitation potential rather low at 20%. If the course of the low tracks farther northward then we’d have to boost rain chances, but that seems unlikely at the moment — a large upper high should block the low from moving in that fashion. The chance of showers may linger into Sunday morning but for the most part we’re talking sunny and very hot Sunday-Monday. Heat Indexes may get into the Heat Advisory range by Sunday and into the first half of next week. All in all, rather typical “stuff” for the July 4th time frame. Steve LaNore Chief Meteorologist News 12 / KXII-TV Copyright 2021 KXII. All rights reserved.	https://www.kxii.com/2022/06/28/heating-up-weekend-rain-question/	2022-06-28T21:03:13Z
Fiduciaries face extra scrutiny when they pursue socially conscious investments ATLANTA, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Trustees and others who act as fiduciaries must exercise caution when implementing an ESG-focused investment strategy, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Anthony Criscuolo recently warned. Failing to do so could land them in legal hot water. For More Information on Anthony Criscuolo visit: https://www.palisadeshudson.com/our-team/anthony-criscuolo/ Criscuolo, a senior client service manager at Palisades Hudson Financial Group LLC, flagged this potential investment pitfall in a new article (https://www.palisadeshudson.com/2022/07/an-esg-investing-hazard-for-fiduciaries/). While investing with environmental and social goals in mind is increasingly popular, those who invest on others' behalf may need to prove that ESG strategies have financial benefits before pursuing them. "The broad consensus is that fiduciary principles do not require trustees to consider ESG factors when selecting investments," Criscuolo wrote. "However, trustees may consider ESG factors if, and only if, trustees expect better portfolio performance in the long run as a result." Because of laws designed to protect the interests of grantors and trust beneficiaries, even trustees who know that beneficiaries want them to pursue ESG strategies may not be able to do so without a sufficient legal framework. Working with an estate planning attorney who understands the goals of the relevant parties is critical. Criscuolo also noted that business owners who provide a qualified retirement plan to employees should be careful when offering ESG mutual funds or other similar investments. Incorporating some ESG funds in a larger menu is probably fine, but it's still wise to seek legal advice to avoid inadvertently breaking employment law. Business owners and fiduciaries alike should stay cautious when pursuing ESG goals. "Trustees and managers subject to fiduciary duty should take special care to document their decisions if they incorporate ESG considerations into their investment strategy," Crisucolo urged. "No one wants good investment intentions to lead to bad outcomes." In addition to the CFP® designation, Criscuolo is also an IRS Enrolled Agent. His advice has appeared in leading publications including Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch and Reuters. Criscuolo is a regular contributor to Palisades Hudson's newsletter and the author of several chapters in the firm's two books, "The High Achiever's Guide to Wealth" and "Looking Ahead: Life, Family, Wealth and Business After 55," both available on Amazon. Contact: Amy Laburda, amy@palisadeshudson.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Palisades Hudson Financial Group LLC	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/25/environmental-or-social-investing-can-hit-regulatory-tripwires/	2022-08-25T16:19:23Z
What was supposed to be a patriotic celebration turned into a day of tragedy and fear when a gunman killed seven people and injured dozens more at a July Fourth parade in Highland Park, Illinois. Now, yet another community in America is grieving the loss of family and friends. Among those killed are the parents of a 2-year-old boy, two beloved grandfathers and a lifelong synagogue member. Irina and Kevin McCarthy, ages 35 and 37, were identified by the Lake County Coroner's Office on Tuesday. Their son, Aiden, was found alive and taken to safety in the aftermath of the violence, the family told CNN. Katherine Goldstein, 64, of Highland Park; Jacquelyn Sundheim, 63, of Highland Park; Stephen Straus, 88, of Highland Park; and Nicolas Toledo-Zaragoza, 78, of Morelos, Mexico, and Eduardo Uvaldo, 69, of Waukegan were the five other victims identified. In total, about 45 people were injured or killed in the shooting, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office. Here's what we know about the lives lost: Katherine Goldstein Katherine Goldstein, 64, was at the parade with her daughter Cassie, Katherine's husband Craig Goldstein, told CNN Wednesday. "Cassie looked up at the rooftop and saw the man with the gun," Craig said. "She said, 'Mom, we have to run,' and they ran. They were running side by side when a bullet entered Katie's chest." Cassie called Craig to tell him about the shooting and he rushed to the parade with his other daughter, wanting to help. She remained on the move as they spoke by phone. "I could hear Cassie in the background and she was screaming, 'Mom is dead! Don't come!' She was afraid for us," he said. "It seemed unreal but I didn't want to leave Cassie by herself. I wanted to find Cassie." Cassie saw her mother fall to the ground but got the chance to tell her "I love you" one last time before she closed her eyes, Craig said, but then a stranger grabbed her and told her she had to keep running. He described Katherine as a kind, selfless and funny person who was devoted to her family and spent her evenings playing games with her daughters. "I could not imagine a better mother," he said. "She loved to go bird watching. In the spring, she was out every morning with her binoculars." Katherine is survived by her two daughters and husband. Irina and Kevin McCarthy Irina and Kevin McCarthy, who were killed in the shooting, are the parents of a toddler who was found alive, according to a family member. Irina Colon, who is related to Irina McCarthy, shared an undated photo with CNN of the couple at their wedding in Chicago. Colon said she was not at the parade and found out about the couple's death from Irina McCarthy's father. The couple's 2-year-old son, Aiden, will now be cared for by family members, Colon said. A verified GoFundMe campaign that Colon began said that in the aftermath of the violence, the young child was taken to safety by community members before his grandparents were located. Michael Levberg, Aiden's grandfather was eventually reunited with his grandson after the boy was taken to a police station, he told the Chicago Tribune on Tuesday. "When I picked him up, he said, 'Are Mommy and Daddy coming soon?" Levberg said Tuesday evening. "He doesn't understand." "At two years old, Aiden is left in the unthinkable position; to grow up without his parents," the campaign said. "Aiden will be cared for by his loving family and he will have a long road ahead to heal, find stability, and ultimately navigate life as an orphan. He is surrounded by a community of friends and extended family that will embrace him with love, and any means available to ensure he has everything he needs as he grows." "On behalf of his family, and with their permission, I am establishing this fundraiser to support him and the caregivers who will be tasked with raising, caring for, and supporting Aiden as he and his support system embark on this unexpected journey," it added. The GoFundMe page had raised more than $2 million by Wednesday morning. Jacki Sundheim Jacki Sundheim was also identified by her synagogue as one of the people killed. The North Shore Congregation Israel in Glencoe said in a statement Sundheim was a lifelong congregant and a member of the staff, having been a preschool teacher and events coordinator. "There are no words sufficient to express the depth of our grief for Jacki's death and sympathy for her family and loved ones," the statement said. "We know you join us in the deepest prayer that Jacki's soul will be bound up in the shelter of God's wings and her family will somehow find comfort and consolation amidst this boundless grief." Nicolas Toledo Father of eight and grandfather to many, Nicolas Toledo had been visiting his family in Highland Park from Mexico and was identified as a victim in Monday's shooting, an official from the state of Morelos told CNN. Mexican officials issued a news release identifying Toledo as Nicolas "N," a customary practice in Mexico where authorities use "N" for any last name in official documents, under a law governing human rights and the protection of victims' privacy. Toledo loved fishing, painting and going on walks with his family in the park, one of his granddaughters, Kimberly Rangel, told CNN affiliate WBBM. Toledo's family set up a GoFundMe page to raise money to repatriate him to Mexico. "What was suppose(d) to be a fun family day turned into a horrific nightmare for us all," the organizer of the GoFundMe and another granddaughter, Xochil Toledo wrote. "As a family we are broken, and numb." She described her grandfather as a "loving man" who was "creative, adventurous and funny." Six of Toledo's eight children live in the United States, Mexican authorities said in a statement. One was injured in the shooting alongside two other members of the Toledo family. Stephen Straus Stephen Straus, an 88-year-old man identified by authorities as one of the victims, was full of life, his grandsons said. "He was very active, he enjoyed life," Maxwell Straus, 18, told CNN. "He attended music festivals, loved to get outside, and biked into his 80s." He said his grandfather had recently mentioned he was going to the parade and was "very excited." When news about the shooting surfaced, Maxwell's father grew very worried after Stephen Straus did not pick up the phone. A few hours later, the hospital called to confirm his death. "It was shocking, hard to imagine," Maxwell Straus said. Tobias Straus, 20, told CNN that hearing the news of his grandfather's death was "the worst thing imaginable to happen." "He had a lot of life left in him, he was not ready to go by any means," Tobias Straus said. "This just doesn't happen in other places, and I have no doubt that if America had better gun control my grandfather would be alive." "The gun lobby and America's cultural worship of guns is deadly. It kills grandfathers," he added. Straus' grandsons told CNN they had a close relationship with their grandfather and would see him almost every Sunday -- for the usual family dinner. Eduardo Uvaldo Eduardo Uvaldo, 69, initially survived being shot and was on life support fighting for his life at Evanston Hospital, but passed away Wednesday morning, his daughter Karina Uvaldo-Mendez told CNN. "Doctors said there's nothing they can do," Uvaldo-Mendez said, but added her father was still breathing on his own until Wednesday morning. Uvaldo was shot in the arm and then the back of the head, according to a verified GoFundMe campaign. His wife and grandson also sustained injuries, Uvaldo-Mendez said. Uvaldo-Mendez told CNN that her mother got struck with bullet fragments on her forehead and hand, and added that while she was physically doing OK, "emotionally, she's distraught." Eduardo Uvaldo and his wife celebrated 50 years of marriage a few months ago, his daughter said, adding, "his four daughters and my mom were his everything." Uvaldo-Mendez described her father as hard-working: From time to time he liked to remind his daughters that he worked for 30 years and never missed a single day, she said. He tended to avoid parades because he doesn't like crowds, she said -- but he did like the one at Highland Park and it was the only one he attended annually. He would have turned 70 on Friday, his daughter said. Injured from the stampede of parade-goers Another facility, Highland Park Hospital, received 26 patients, said Dr. Brigham Temple, the medical director of the NorthShore University Health System. The patients ranged in age from 8 years old to 85 years old, and four or five were children, Temple said. Barbara Medina, 46, was also injured -- not by gunfire, but by the stampede as people fled the area in an effort to escape the chaos. Medina was marching in the parade when she heard gunshots, she told CNN. A sea of people rushed toward her, so she dropped a banner she was holding, grabbed her 7-year-old daughter and her scooter and ran. She was separated from her 12-year-old son and her father. At one point, Medina tripped on her scooter and fell on her left arm. It wasn't until hours later -- and after she made it to safety with her daughter and learned her son and father were also safe -- that Medina went to a medical facility and was told a bone in her arm was broken. "I'm just grateful that we're all safe," she said. "It'll be a long healing process." The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved.	https://www.albanyherald.com/news/these-are-the-lives-lost-from-the-july-fourth-parade-mass-shooting/article_4c86cc29-eaa5-53de-8365-9b5ccf22a542.html	2022-07-06T20:24:57Z
NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF") and KSF partner, former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., remind investors that they have until October 11, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against LifeStance Health Group, Inc. (NasdaqGS: LFST), if they purchased or acquired the Company's Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the Company's June 2021 initial public offering (the "IPO"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. If you purchased or acquired shares of LifeStance as above and would like to discuss your legal rights and how this case might affect you and your right to recover for your economic loss, you may, without obligation or cost to you, contact KSF Managing Partner Lewis Kahn toll-free at 1-877-515-1850 or via email (lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com), or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqgs-lfst/ to learn more. If you wish to serve as a lead plaintiff in this class action, you must petition the Court by October 11, 2022. LifeStance and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information in its IPO Registration Statement, violating federal securities laws. The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) the Company's out-patient/virtual revenue growth was negatively affected by a decrease in virtual visits after COVID-19 lockdowns were lifted; (ii) an increasing number of in-person visits post-lockdown resulted in substantial increases to operating expenses; (iii) its physician retention rate had fallen significantly below the 87% highlighted in the IPO's registration statement leading to additional costs to bring on new physicians, who were less productive than the outgoing physicians they were replacing; and (iv) as a result, LifeStance Health's business metrics and financial prospects were not as strong as the IPO's registration statement represented. The case is Nayani v. LifeStance Health Group, Inc., No. 22-cv-06833. KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation's premier boutique securities litigation law firms. KSF serves a variety of clients – including public institutional investors, hedge funds, money managers and retail investors – in seeking recoveries for investment losses emanating from corporate fraud or malfeasance by publicly traded companies. KSF has offices in New York, California, Louisiana and New Jersey. To learn more about KSF, you may visit www.ksfcounsel.com. Contact: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Lewis Kahn, Managing Partner lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com 1-877-515-1850 1100 Poydras St., Suite 3200 New Orleans, LA 70163 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/09/17/lifestance-health-shareholder-alert-by-former-louisiana-attorney-general-kahn-swick-amp-foti-llc-reminds-investors-with-losses-excess-100000-lead-plaintiff-deadline-class-action-lawsuit-against-lifestance-health-group-inc-lfst/	2022-09-17T03:29:18Z
HAIFA, Israel, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Elbit System will showcase the Range Extension & Smart Tail (REST) kit for air-to-surface warheads during the Eurosatory 2022 (Hall 6, booth D567), as part of its portfolio of precision munitions. Already ordered for several warhead types, REST transforms almost any type of air-to-surface warhead into a high penetration standoff precision munition. The REST kit is a modular solution that includes a smart tail for navigation and guidance, and upper wings for range extension. The smart tail houses INS/GPS navigation computer and anti-jamming system. The upper wings are an aerodynamic super-structure embracing the warhead with two wings that are unfolded upon release. The REST kit provides all weather pinpoint 'fire and forget' capability to ranges of up to 120km and is capable of a steep impact angle for enhanced penetration of hard targets. The REST kit enables weapon system integration onboard Western and Eastern aircraft without avionic changes and is compatible with a range of warheads and fuzes. Yehuda (Udi) Vered, General Manager of Elbit Systems Land, said: "Accuracy, standoff and penetration capabilities become paramount to air-to-surface operations. The REST kit attracts the attention of Air Forces as many of them increasingly seek solutions that enable to efficiently transform warhead stockpiles into munitions that are more relevant to evolving operational needs." The REST kit is part of Elbit Systems' diverse portfolio of Air-to-Surface munitions including: the Rampage supersonic missile, the Delilah cruise missile, the LIZARD laser guidance kits, the GATR tactical rocket, advanced warheads, seekers, fuzes, navigation and anti-jamming systems. Elbit Systems Ltd. is an international high technology company engaged in a wide range of defense, homeland security and commercial programs throughout the world. The Company, which includes Elbit Systems and its subsidiaries, operates in the areas of aerospace, land and naval systems, command, control, communications, computers, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance ("C4ISR"), unmanned aircraft systems, advanced electro-optics, electro-optic space systems, EW suites, signal intelligence systems, data links and communications systems, radios, cyber-based systems and munitions. The Company also focuses on the upgrading of existing platforms, developing new technologies for defense, homeland security and commercial applications and providing a range of support services, including training and simulation systems. For additional information, visit: https://elbitsystems.com, follow us on Twitter or visit our official Facebook, Youtube and LinkedIn Channels. 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All forward–looking statements speak only as of the date of this release. Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance or achievements. Moreover, neither the Company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake to update its forward-looking statements. Elbit Systems Ltd., its logo, brand, product, service and process names appearing in this Press Release are the trademarks or service marks of Elbit Systems Ltd. or its affiliated companies. All other brand, product, service and process names appearing are the trademarks of their respective holders. Reference to or use of a product, service or process other than those of Elbit Systems Ltd. does not imply recommendation, approval, affiliation or sponsorship of that product, service or process by Elbit Systems Ltd. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring by implication, estoppel or otherwise any license or right under any patent, copyright, trademark or other intellectual property right of Elbit Systems Ltd. or any third party, except as expressly granted herein. Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1839731/Image_1_Elbit_Systems.jpg Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1839732/Image_2_Elbit_Systems.jpg View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Elbit Systems Ltd.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/06/15/elbit-systems-showcase-its-latest-air-to-surface-range-extension-guidance-kit-eurosatory-2022/	2022-06-15T07:42:10Z
Fried, Jansen mow down Dodgers as Braves stop LA streak, 3-1 By DOUG PADILLA Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Max Fried looked right at home, opening with five perfect innings while pitching the Atlanta Braves to a 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Los Angeles-area native, in his sixth career start at Dodger Stadium including playoff games, did not allow a baserunner until Hanser Alberto led off the sixth with a line-drive single. In seven scoreless innings of work, Fried gave up two hits with eight strikeouts and no walks. Kenley Jansen, the Dodgers’ longtime closer, picked up his third save of the season for the Braves with a perfect ninth. Travis d’Arnaud jumpstarted the Atlanta offense with a home run in the second inning to help end the Dodgers’ seven-game winning streak.	https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/19/fried-jansen-mow-down-dodgers-as-braves-stop-la-streak-3-1/	2022-04-20T06:52:47Z
Richard Walker brings to Bain his deep expertise on web3, metaverse, digital assets, technology strategy and transformation NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bain & Company announced today that web3 and metaverse expert Richard Walker will join the firm as a partner in the Financial Services practice in the New York office and co-lead the global scaling of Bain's web3 and metaverse services. As a leading thinker and practitioner in this space, Richard brings deep expertise in navigating how web3 has the potential to introduce new opportunities across a variety of sectors. He has deep experience having recently led web3 projects for global banks, regional banks, hedge funds, payments companies and digital asset natives. Prior to Bain, Richard was practice head for blockchain and digital assets at another global business consulting firm. With nearly 30 years of consulting experience across the Americas and EMEA, much of his work has been serving major financial institutions and helping them with technology and operations strategies to understand and leverage the latest disruptive technology for competitive advantage. "Web3 is a priority for our clients and has broad implications across sectors," said Bain & Company's Thomas Olsen, global co-lead of the web3 and metaverse practice. "Richard's experience working with blockchain, digital assets and leading web3 projects for multiple financial institutions will help us scale our support to clients as they navigate the opportunities and challenges that web3 can present." While web3 has the potential to introduce new opportunities, it will also impact cost structures and profit pools. Tokenization, blockchain payment rails and decentralized finance (DeFi) are pushing financial institutions to rethink business models and market structures. Digital rights ownership (NFTs) will enable consumer brands to reimagine loyalty programs, engagement and brand experience. Moreover, the metaverse will change the way people engage with technology and commerce, propelling companies to rethink how they interact with customers in new virtual environments. "We are enthusiastic about helping our clients unpack the implications that web3 and the metaverse have on their industry and business," said Bain & Company's Gene Rapoport, global co-lead of the web3 and metaverse practice. "Richard has a long track record of helping financial institutions evaluate ways web3 technology could present opportunities and threats, and chart a course for long-term value generation." In addition to his client work, Richard will be an active member of the Veterans at Bain affinity group. He holds an undergraduate degree in Computer Information Systems from Chapman University in Orange, California. For a complete list of Bain's web3 leaders and services, click here. Editor's Note: For any questions or to arrange an interview, please contact Dan Pinkney at dan.pinkney@bain.com or +1 646-562-8102. Bain & Company is a global consultancy that helps the world's most ambitious change makers define the future. Across 65 cities in 40 countries, we work alongside our clients as one team with a shared ambition to achieve extraordinary results, outperform the competition, and redefine industries. We complement our tailored, integrated expertise with a vibrant ecosystem of digital innovators to deliver better, faster, and more enduring outcomes. Our 10-year commitment to invest more than $1 billion in pro bono services brings our talent, expertise, and insight to organizations tackling today's urgent challenges in education, racial equity, social justice, economic development, and the environment. We earned a platinum rating from EcoVadis, the leading platform for environmental, social, and ethical performance ratings for global supply chains, putting us in the top 1% of all companies. Since our founding in 1973, we have measured our success by the success of our clients, and we proudly maintain the highest level of client advocacy in the industry. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Bain & Company	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/09/16/richard-walker-joins-bain-amp-company-partner-focusing-web3-metaverse-financial-services-practice/	2022-09-16T16:52:38Z
Former NBA, Michigan State star Adreian Payne shot, killed Published: May. 9, 2022 at 3:40 PM EDT\|Updated: 35 minutes ago ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Former Michigan State basketball standout and NBA player Adreian Payne has died in a shooting. He was 31. The sheriff’s office in Orange County, Florida, said deputies responded to a shooting Monday morning when Payne was identified and taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Lawrence Dority was present at the scene, according to the sheriff’s office. The 29-year-old Dority was arrested on a first-degree murder warrant after homicide detectives interviewed him. Payne played in 107 NBA games, averaging four points and three rebounds, over four seasons with the Atlanta Hawks, Minnesota Timberwolves and Orlando Magic. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/05/09/former-nba-michigan-state-star-adreian-payne-shot-killed/	2022-05-09T20:16:09Z
Viaccess-Orca's Dynamic Watermarking Technology Will Be Integrated With Harmonic's VOS360 Cloud SaaS Platform PARIS and SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Viaccess-Orca (VO), a global leader providing OTT and TV platforms, content protection, and advanced data solutions, and Harmonic, the worldwide leader in video delivery solutions, announced today that the two companies are joining forces to improve content protection for live sports streaming. VO's dynamic watermarking technology will be integrated with Harmonic's market-leading VOS®360 cloud SaaS platform, offering content owners and providers a simple, scalable solution for quickly identifying piracy sources and stopping content restreaming. "Sports piracy is a dangerous threat to the industry, costing billions of dollars in revenue loss every year," said Mathieu Harel, Product Director of Watermarking at Viaccess-Orca. "By integrating our dynamic watermarking technology with Harmonic's cloud platform, we are empowering sports content owners and content providers with a flexible business model, making it simpler and safer than ever to deliver premium live sports content." Content owners will be able to utilize VO's dynamic watermarking as a service on the Harmonic VOS360 SaaS platform for the entire duration of sports events. The server-side software can easily be used, on the fly, by new and existing customers. "The ultimate way to protect live sports content is with a robust watermarking technology," said Eric Gallier, Vice President, Video Customer Solutions at Harmonic. "We're excited to bring Viaccess-Orca's dynamic watermarking technology to our VOS360 SaaS platform. With this new integration, we're offering an automated and scalable event-based Anti-Piracy solution to safeguard live sports content." VO's dynamic watermarking detects content redistributed from broadcast, IPTV, and OTT networks. Using the state-of-the-art technology, operators can identify and remove the source of restreaming within minutes, which is critical for live sports events. Blind identification on VO's dynamic watermarking technology eliminates the need for metadata and enables content providers to automatically detect the chunk size of the original stream. Fully scalable, dynamic watermarking can scan millions of devices at once and instantly pinpoint those that are pirating content. Harmonic's VOS360 cloud platform simplifies the delivery and monetization of live sports content at scale, ensuring low latency and pristine video quality up to UHD. Running on three major public clouds, the end-to-end SaaS platform provides unparalleled agility, resiliency, security, and scalability for a superior viewing experience. Based on a pay-per-use business model, the VOS360 platform enables operators to only pay for watermarking when needed. Viaccess-Orca will demonstrate its dynamic watermarking technology at IBC2022, Sept. 9-12 at stand 1.A51. Harmonic will highlight its VOS360 platform during one-on-one meetings with attendees at IBC2022, in stand 1.B20. To schedule a meeting with Viaccess-Orca visit https://www.viaccess-orca.com/ibc_2022 and with Harmonic, visit https://info.harmonicinc.com/ibc-2022. More information about the companies' solutions is available at www.viaccess-orca.com and www.harmonicinc.com. Viaccess-Orca is a leading global solutions provider of OTT and TV platforms, content protection, and advanced data solutions. The company offers an extensive range of innovative, end-to-end, modular solutions for content delivery, protection, discovery, and monetization. With over 20 years of industry leadership, Viaccess-Orca helps content providers and TV operators shape a smarter and safer TV and OTT experience. With its expertise in security, VO is also helping the digital manufacturing industry protect their assets. Viaccess-Orca is part of the Orange Group and the company's solutions have been deployed in over 35 countries. For more information, visit www.viaccess-orca.com or follow the company on Twitter @ViaccessOrca and LinkedIn. Harmonic (NASDAQ: HLIT), the worldwide leader in virtualized cable access and video delivery solutions, enables media companies and service providers to deliver ultra-high-quality video streaming and broadcast services to consumers globally. The company revolutionized cable access networking via the industry's first virtualized cable access solution, enabling cable operators to more flexibly deploy gigabit internet service to consumers' homes and mobile devices. Whether simplifying OTT video delivery via innovative cloud and software platforms, or powering the delivery of gigabit internet cable services, Harmonic is changing the way media companies and service providers monetize live and on-demand content on every screen. More information is available at www.harmonicinc.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Harmonic Inc.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/09/01/viaccess-orca-harmonic-team-up-optimize-content-protection-live-sports-streaming/	2022-09-01T09:08:16Z
DALLAS (KDAF) — Where did you have your first glass of red wine? Did you love it? Or has this elegant complex drink grown on you over time? Now, if you are a red wine kind of person, you probably love to smash a bottle of pinot noir. It’s a good thing that Thursday, August 18 is Pinot Noir Day! “Pinot Noir is one of the most versatile and enjoyed derivatives of wine in the world. Originally grown in France, today, we can enjoy Pinot Noir grown and made from every corner of the globe. Its rich history is complemented by its rich flavors, making this a day all can enjoy,” NationalToday said. We wanted to make sure you can get your hands and taste buds on some of the best red wine in Dallas all while having a good time. So, here’s Yelp’s list of the best spots around town to get your red wine drinking on: - Bishop Arts Winery – Oak Cliff - The Alcove – Uptown - Veritas Wine Room – Lower Greenville - Local – Deep Ellum - Cassaro Winery - Urbano Cafe – East Dallas - WineTastic - Nonna Restaurant - Dallas Fine Wine & Spirit - Larue Winery - The Woolworth – Downtown	https://cw33.com/lifestyle/food-and-drink/best-spots-in-dallas-to-enjoy-a-glass-or-bottle-of-red-wine/	2022-08-18T15:54:24Z
Elevating smartphone camera imaging quality to levels that can even rival what some DSLR cameras offer SHENZHEN, China, June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HONOR, a global technology brand, today shared insights from the perspective of an industry leader at a Counterpoint Research event. Titled "Smartphone Imaging Trends: New Directions Capturing Magic Moments", the webinar invited HONOR to discuss its leading role in delivering cutting-edge smartphone imaging solutions and the prevailing trends that are directing the future of smartphone cameras. "Smartphone photography is not just about hardware or software. At HONOR, we excel in leveraging fusion computational photography and multiple cameras to achieve what we call 'all for one and one for all' synergy, elevating smartphone camera imaging quality to levels that can even rival what some DSLR cameras offer," said Dr. Weilong Hou, Technical Expert, HONOR Imaging. "The HONOR Magic4 Series exemplifies the work of our R&D team, featuring the HONOR Image Engine that not only enables users to harness the full capabilities every camera equipped on an HONOR smartphone, but also makes incredible image quality accessible to everyday users." The webinar was moderated by Peter Ricardson, Vice President of Research, Counterpoint Research, with a panel of industry veterans and subject experts in attendance, including Dr. Hou; Hervé Macudzinski, Image Science Director, DXOMARK; Judd Heape, Vice President of Product Management, Qualcomm and Eugenio Recuenco, renowned professional photographer, film director and two-time Cannes Lion Award winner, who has also recently shot a film entirely on the HONOR Magic4 Pro. The event complements a Counterpoint Research whitepaper that is publishing today. HONOR Image Engine: The Core of HONOR Smartphone Cameras In his presentation, Dr. Hou introduced the HONOR Image Engine, HONOR's cutting edge camera solution that enables the hardware to work in unison with AI and algorithms to generate high quality visuals. Underpinning the camera experience, the solution helps users elevate simple camera captures to artistic renditions of their creative vision. As the latest HONOR flagship smartphones, HONOR Magic4 Pro and HONOR Magic4 Ultimate are a testament to the efficacy of the solution, with the latter scoring 146 on DXOMARK Overall Camera Score – the highest score ever given by the authoritative product evaluation organization. Addressing user pain points around mobile photography and video capture, the two smartphones debuted with a wide range of cutting-edge features, including the ability to take high quality photos while capturing a video. Going forward, according to Dr. Hou, HONOR will continue striving to empower consumers to take great images anytime, anywhere through R&D, with a focus on achieving performance parity between mobile and dedicated cameras, improving image quality, and harnessing a wider array of sensors with more advanced software to comprehensively improve imaging outcomes. Currently, all HONOR Magic Series and HONOR N Series smartphones are equipped with HONOR Image Engine, which works in the background to ensure better photo and video capturing results. Evaluating Smartphone Cameras From the perspective of a trusted product evaluation expert, Macudzinski shared his views on the requirements for a great photograph – a photographer's skill to identify and frame the scene, the occurrence of a decisive moment to be captured with clarity, and the camera's capabilities to understand user's intention and modify images accordingly. For a smartphone camera to be regarded as exceptional, according to Macudzinski, it needs to support these features in the camera's default shooting mode. The expert illustrated his viewpoints with HONOR Magic4 Ultimate, which has remained the top of DXOMARK's smartphone camera rankings since its test report was published in March. Commending the HONOR flagship smartphone for its exceptional user experience, capture capability and AI processing, Macudzinski discussed key highlights from DXOMARK's report, focusing on HONOR Magic4 Ultimate zoom performance across various focal lengths and the fusion between hardware and software allowing the various camera lenses to work together and produce objectively better image quality. Smartphone Photography from a Professional's Perspective Renowned for his works as a photographer and film director, Recuenco recently shot his film Kaleidoscope entirely on HONOR Magic4 Pro. Recounting his experience during the presentation, Recuenco said filming with the HONOR smartphone felt familiar, as the array of professional features such as the powerful camera system and Magic-Log provided him with the creative freedom he enjoys with professional gear, but in a much more pocketable form factor. Recuenco, as one of the judges for the HONOR Magic Moments competition, also selected a few submissions from the year's contest and commented on the myriad possibilities today's smartphone cameras have enabled for people to be more expressive on their captures than ever before. Technological Integration Representing Qualcomm, Heape shared insights into the collaboration that brought the HONOR Image Engine to life. The HONOR Magic4 Series took full advantage of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Mobile Platform and the latest Qualcomm AI Engine for Ultra Fusion Photography, allowing images taken by different lenses and processed by multiple ISP to complement each other to achieve an improvement in image quality. The innovative algorithm HONOR developed fully released the RAW domain computational photography capabilities. With HONOR Image Engine's flexible frame work, while Qualcomm's ISP can support the high throughput of multi-threading and parallel processing, which leads to innovative functions and user experiences like "Advanced Photoshoot While Video Recording". Complementary Counterpoint Research Whitepaper The webinar is a complement to a new Counterpoint Research whitepaper which offers a holistic view on the wider industry trends with contributions from webinar panelists. The whitepaper is available for download on Counterpoint Research's website. About HONOR HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR's portfolio of innovative, premium and reliable products enable people to become a better version of themselves. For more information, please visit HONOR online at www.hihonor.com or email newsroom@hihonor.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE HONOR	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/09/honor-discusses-future-mobile-imaging-counterpoint-research-webinar/	2022-06-09T06:20:24Z
LONDON, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GFI (HK) Securities LLC, a subsidiary of BGC Partners, Inc. (Nasdaq: BGCP) ("BGC"), a leading global brokerage and financial technology company, is excited to announce that it has arranged the first ever intermediated block trade of CME Group Bitcoin options contracts in Asia between Cumberland DRW LLC ("Cumberland") and Goldman Sachs. In addition to BGC's comprehensive cryptocurrency offering, BGC is actively engaged with the digital community to ensure it remains the trusted partner of choice in this rapidly evolving asset class. This transaction brought together major global market participants in the cryptocurrency space. Since 1Q 2022, BGC has been active in multiple segments of the digital marketplace, successfully arranging transactions in options on multiple listed ETFs, and other transactions in options on CME Group Bitcoin futures, and options on CME Group Micro Bitcoin futures. On April 7, 2022, BGC announced it arranged the first ever block trade of Micro Bitcoin options offered by CME Group.1 In anticipation of an active OTC wholesale cryptocurrency marketplace, BGC is establishing electronic platforms and voice / hybrid listed brokerage desks in major financial centers to facilitate the expected growth in this sector. Brad Howell, CEO Asia Pacific* for BGC, commented on today's announcement, "We are delighted to partner with Cumberland and Goldman Sachs to execute the first listed cryptocurrency futures and options block trade via CME Group in Asia. This transaction marks BGC's continued commitment to expanding our cryptocurrency offering and to working with our global counterparties in developing this rapidly evolving asset class." Paul Kremsky, Global Head of Business Development for Cumberland, said, "Since Cumberland DRW first established an OTC cryptocurrency desk in 2014, the goal has always been to help usher institutions into the digital assets space. BGC will be a key partner in opening the growing asset class to a broader group of banks, funds, and investors, and Cumberland is extremely excited to work with them as a liquidity provider." BGC Partners, Inc. ("BGC") is a leading global brokerage and financial technology company. BGC, through its various affiliates, specializes in the brokerage of a broad range of products, including Fixed Income (Rates and Credit), Foreign Exchange, Equities, Energy and Commodities, Shipping, and Futures. BGC, through its various affiliates, also provides a wide variety of services, including trade execution, brokerage, clearing, trade compression, post-trade, information, and other back-office services to a broad range of financial and non-financial institutions. Through its brands, including FMX™, Fenics®, Fenics Market Data™, Fenics GO™, BGC®, BGC Trader™, Capitalab®, and Lucera®, BGC offers financial technology solutions, market data, and analytics related to numerous financial instruments and markets. BGC, BGC Trader, GFI, Fenics, FMX, Fenics Market Data, Fenics GO, Capitalab, and Lucera are trademarks/service marks and/or registered trademarks/service marks of BGC and/or its affiliates. BGC's customers include many of the world's largest banks, broker-dealers, investment banks, trading firms, hedge funds, governments, corporations, and investment firms. BGC's Class A common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol "BGCP". BGC is led by Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Howard W. Lutnick. For more information, please visit http://www.bgcpartners.com. You can also follow BGC at https://twitter.com/bgcpartners, https://www.linkedin.com/company/bgc-partners and/or http://ir.bgcpartners.com/Investors/default.aspx. Statements in this document regarding BGC that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These include statements about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's business, results, financial position, liquidity and outlook, which may constitute forward-looking statements and are subject to the risk that the actual impact may differ, possibly materially, from what is currently expected. Except as required by law, BGC undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements. For a discussion of additional risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see BGC's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including, but not limited to, the risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information set forth in these filings and any updates to such risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information contained in subsequent reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q or Form 8-K. Media Contact: Harjeet Singh +44 207-894-8829 Investor Contact: Jason Chryssicas +1 212-610-2426 ____________________________________________ 1 For additional information, please see press release titled "BGC Partners' Sunrise Executes First Block Trade of Micro Bitcoin Options from CME Group." *excluding Greater China View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BGC Partners, Inc.	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/07/05/bgc-partners-arranges-first-intermediated-block-trade-cme-group-bitcoin-options-asia/	2022-07-05T06:57:49Z
One killed, three seriously injured Sunday in Johnson County crash LENEXA, Kan. (WIBW) - One person was killed and three others were seriously injured in a rear-end crash early Sunday in Johnson County, authorities said. The collision was reported at 1:55 a.m. Sunday on Interstate 35 just north of 87th Street in Lenexa. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze that was traveling north on I-35 at a high rate of speed struck the rear of a Ford F-350 pickup truck that also was headed north on I-35. After the vehicles collided, the Cruze went off the right side of the road and came to a rest, while the Ford truck went off the highway and overturned, ejecting both occupants. The driver of the Cruze, Martin Perez Trejo, 28, of Kansas City, Mo., was pronounced dead at the scene. The patrol said Perez Trejo was wearing a seat belt. A passenger in the Cruze, Jasmine L. Alcala, 27, of Kansas City, Kan., was transported to Overland Park Regional Medical Center with serious injuries. The patrol said Alcala was wearing her seat belt. Both occupants of the Ford truck were taken to Overland Park Regional Medical Center for treatment of serious injuries. They were identified as Tracy B. Kintzelle, 48, of Independence, Mo., and William J. Hansett, 33, of Leawood. The patrol said neither Kintzelle nor Hansett was wearing a seat belt. It wasn’t immediately known who was driving the Ford truck. Copyright 2022 WIBW. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/04/11/one-killed-three-seriously-injured-sunday-johnson-county-crash/	2022-04-11T10:47:46Z
If you feel like D.C. officials are giving Americans mixed signals, you aren’t alone. A couple of weeks ago, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law. Among many things, it is ostensibly supposed to reduce the deficit by hundreds of billions of dollars and curtail inflation — although Penn Wharton University asserts that it will have little noticeable impact. Taming inflation and deficit spending sounds wonderful, but whatever fiscal benefits the Inflation Reduction Act will allegedly provide will almost certainly be wiped out by Biden’s most recent foray into fiscal irresponsibility: student loan forgiveness. His plan arbitrarily picks winners and losers and will hamstring American taxpayers for decades to come. “The Department of Education will provide up to $20,000 in debt cancellation to Pell Grant recipients with loans held by the Department of Education, and up to $10,000 in debt cancellation to non-Pell Grant recipients. Borrowers are eligible for this relief if their individual income is less than $125,000 ($250,000 for married couples),” reads a White House fact sheet. What’s more, it will cut monthly payments on remaining debts, extend loan forbearance and much more. Biden’s plan hasn’t been without criticism. “It fuels inflation, foots taxpayers with other people’s financial obligations, is unfair to those who paid their own way and creates irresponsible expectations,” tweeted Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, and he appears right on all fronts. “The Penn Wharton Budget Model estimates that canceling $10,000 for borrowers earning up to $125,000 will cost about $300 billion. The Pell grant addition could increase this by as much as $270 billion. The four-month freeze on payments will cost $20 billion,” wrote the Wall Street Journal. So, about a half-trillion dollars or more will be forgiven. However, during a press briefing, Biden spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre dodged questions about who will pay for this. Spoiler alert, it’s you and me. The majority of student loans are owned by the federal government, which means that taxpayers are on the hook for debt forgiveness. Canceling the debts doesn’t make them disappear. Thus, they will be billed to taxpayers — many of whom already paid their student loans or never went to college in the first place. When pressed over whether Biden thinks his approach is fair to those who have satisfied their student loans, he gave a nonsensical answer: “Is it fair to people who, in fact, do not own multibillion-dollar businesses if they see one of these guys getting all the tax breaks? Is that fair? What do you think?” Then he stormed out of the room. The massive costs aside, it doesn’t appear that the Biden plan is designed to help only the neediest, given that it will provide debt forgiveness to households making up to $250,000. That’s more than four times the median household income in Georgia. So it’s a bit of a windfall for the affluent. None of this is to say that there aren’t glaring problems with education in modern America. The costs have exploded over time — growing by leaps and bounds from 1980 to 2020. Today, there’s around $1.75 trillion in outstanding student loan debt, and borrowers on average owe around $30,000-$45,000. What’s more, 60% of this debt is held by the rich and upper-middle class. Yet no part of Biden’s plan seems intended to fix the root problems with education. Rather, the status quo will undoubtedly continue and problems will persist. The method by which Biden has enacted this measure is also incredibly troubling. He’s not relying on Congress; he approved the measure by executive fiat. He is “using a little-known provision in the post-9/11 Heroes Act, which allows the Education Department to waive or modify student loan payments in times of national emergency,” according to the Washington Post. What emergency is he invoking? COVID-19. There’s some legal discussion over whether the president has the authority to erase loans. In fact, last summer, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., said, “The president can’t do it. So that’s not even a discussion. Not everybody realizes that. But the president can only postpone, delay, but not forgive.” She has since changed her tune. It remains to be seen if there will be any legitimate legal challenges to the Biden debt forgiveness plan, but one thing is for certain. Biden’s measure demonstrates that he was not and is not particularly serious about reducing the deficit, since his latest action seems primed tack on hundreds of billions of dollars to our national debt. Success! 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Partnership to Support Acquisition and Development of Land in American Homes 4 Rent's Markets CALABASAS, Calif. and MINNEAPOLIS, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Homes 4 Rent (NYSE: AMH) (the "Company"), a leading provider of high-quality single-family homes for rent, and Värde Partners, a leading global alternative investment firm, today announced that they have entered into a land banking facility agreement. This facility provides $500 million in initial capacity to acquire and develop new land opportunities as part of American Homes 4 Rent's internal development platform. The two firms have recently closed their first six land transactions into the facility, representing total acquisition and development costs of over $150 million, and due diligence is underway on additional sites. "We are excited to combine Värde's extensive experience in U.S. housing with American Homes 4 Rent's reputable homebuilding and development platform," said Brendan Bosman, Senior Managing Director at Värde Partners. "The demand for high-quality single-family rental homes has never been higher despite a persistent shortfall in supply, creating opportunities to invest in segments that we believe are well-positioned for growth. We look forward to working with American Homes 4 Rent to capitalize on these trends and the strong dynamics in their core markets." Värde Partners has 28 years of experience investing in real estate, with substantial equity and credit investments in residential land development and homebuilding transactions. This partnership further expands the firm's U.S. housing footprint in its target markets. "Our facility with Värde Partners will enable us to continue the strategic expansion of our development pipeline while also maintaining our commitment to a best-in-class investment grade balance sheet and reducing long-term risk," said David Singelyn, Chief Executive Officer of American Homes 4 Rent. "With a continued focus on our disciplined underwriting process and a robust pipeline of development opportunities, we are well-positioned to execute our three-pronged growth strategy in our diversified portfolio footprint while driving value for shareholders." About American Homes 4 Rent American Homes 4 Rent (NYSE: AMH) is a leader in the single-family home rental industry and "American Homes 4 Rent" is a nationally recognized brand for rental homes, known for high-quality, good value and resident satisfaction. We are an internally managed Maryland real estate investment trust, or REIT, focused on acquiring, developing, renovating, leasing, and operating attractive, single-family homes as rental properties. As of March 31, 2022, we owned 57,984 single-family properties in selected submarkets in 22 states. Additional information about American Homes 4 Rent is available on our website at www.americanhomes4rent.com. About Värde Partners Värde Partners is a leading global alternative investment firm with roots in credit and distressed. Founded in 1993, the firm has invested $90 billion since inception and manages over $13 billion on behalf of a global investor base. The firm's investments span corporate and traded credit, real estate and mortgages, private equity and direct lending. Värde has offices in Minneapolis, New York, London, Singapore and other cities in Asia and Europe. For more information, please visit https://www.varde.com. Contacts: American Homes 4 Rent Investor Relations Phone: (855) 794-2447 Email: investors@ah4r.com Värde Partners Värde Partners Communications and Public Affairs Email: communications@varde.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE American Homes 4 Rent	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/06/06/american-homes-4-rent-vrde-partners-enter-into-500-million-land-banking-facility-agreement/	2022-06-06T13:38:04Z
NEW YORK, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Tupperware Brands Corporation. Shareholders who purchased shares of TUP during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery. CLASS PERIOD: November 3, 2021 to May 3, 2022 ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Tupperware was facing significant challenges in maintaining its earnings and sales performance; (ii) accordingly, Tupperware's full-year 2022 guidance was unrealistic and/or unsustainable; (iii) all the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to have a material negative impact on Tupperware's financial condition; and (iv) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. DEADLINE: August 15, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/tupperware-brands-corporation-loss-submission-form-2/?id=30245&from=4 NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of TUP during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is August 15, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case. WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. 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/2022/07/27/shareholder-alert-gross-law-firm-notifies-shareholders-tupperware-brands-corporation-class-action-lawsuit-lead-plaintiff-deadline-august-15-2022-nyse-tup/	2022-07-27T11:02:58Z
- Net loss of $15.3 million, or $(0.19) per unit, for the second quarter 2022 - Second quarter Adjusted EBITDA of $175.8 million - Completed Montana Renewables financing, highlighting a $2.25 billion MRL enterprise value - Super-cycle margin environment highlights benefits of integrated specialty business INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: CLMT) (the "Partnership," "Calumet," "we," "our" or "us"), today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022, as follows: "Today is a special day at Calumet as we announce a record financial quarter and a transformational equity investment that places a $2.25 billion enterprise value on Montana Renewables," said Todd Borgmann, CEO. "These achievements are the culmination of the extraordinary effort, commitment, and faith of our employees, customers, and investors, and I thank you for that commitment. From here, we will continue to focus on our strategic vision of creating and separating two leading businesses and further de-leveraging Calumet's balance sheet." "Our second quarter performance highlights the power of Calumet's unique, highly integrated specialty business. Calumet has demonstrated the ability to perform across the range of business cycles. We relied on our consumer-facing product lines to weather the depths of Covid, and we now have configured to deliver exceptional results through the commodity super-cycle." Calumet announced two capital markets transactions this morning, concluding the capitalization of the Montana Renewables business. The investments are comprised of a $250 million preferred equity investment from Warburg Pincus and a $350 million sale leaseback investment from Stonebriar Commercial Finance. "These transactions highlight the transformative nature of Montana Renewables and bringing them to fruition in the current capital market environment demonstrates that MRL is one of the most highly sought after Renewable Diesel platforms in North America. Our continuing equity process has been rewarding and dialogue continues to be highly active," said Borgmann. "Warburg Pincus is the perfect partner, not just through their help in fully capitalizing this business, but through their extensive experience in energy, decarbonization, and scaling businesses." Specialty Products & Solutions (SPS): The SPS segment reported Adjusted EBITDA of $123.5 million, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $31.8 million for the same quarter a year ago. Fuels margins during the second quarter were significantly higher than the second quarter of 2021. Coupled with the dramatic increase in fuels margins, our focus on commercial excellence allowed us to deliver strong specialty margins of $65.95 per barrel. This strong margin environment highlights the benefits of our integrated business model. Production volumes within SPS were 57,689 barrels per day (bpd) versus 49,195bpd in the second quarter of 2021. This represents a 17.3% increase in production year over year and is primarily due to strong operational performance and the absence of the unplanned downtime we experienced in the second quarter a year ago due to Winter Storm Uri. Montana / Renewables (MR): The MR segment reported $68.6 million of Adjusted EBITDA, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $12.8 million for the second quarter of 2021. The year-over-year improvement is largely attributable to the significantly higher crack spread environment experienced during the second quarter versus the same quarter last year. Production volumes of 27,242 bpd were slightly above the 26,893 bpd produced in the second quarter of 2021. Performance Brands (PB): The PB segment reported Adjusted EBITDA of $3.7 million, compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $7.3 million for the same quarter a year ago. Second quarter results were primarily impacted by the inflationary pressure on feedstocks, additives and packaging materials. The underlying market factors that are driving feedstock prices upwards are also a key driver to strong margins elsewhere in the business, once again highlighting the interaction between our integrated business segments. Higher volumes reflect underlying demand strength across PB product lines, and production increased 24.6% versus the second quarter of 2021. Corporate: Total corporate costs are represented as a loss of $20.0 million of Adjusted EBITDA, compared to a loss of $19.6 million of Adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter of 2021. Operations Summary The following table sets forth information about the Partnership's continuing operations. Facility production volume differs from sales volume due to changes in inventories and the sale of purchased blendstocks, as well as the resale of crude oil. Webcast Information A conference call is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. ET on August 5, 2022 to discuss the financial and operational results for the second quarter of 2022. Investors, analysts and members of the media interested in listening to the live presentation are encouraged to join a webcast of the call with accompanying presentation slides, available on the Partnership's website at www.calumetspecialty.investorroom.com/events. Interested parties may also participate in the call by registering at the following link https://register.vevent.com/register/BIf8770ef9380a4e13a5d61119e9763d3b. A replay of the conference call will be available a few hours after the event on the investor relations section of the Partnership's website, under the events and presentations section and will remain available for at least 90 days. About the Partnership Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: CLMT) manufactures, formulates, and markets a diversified slate of specialty products to customers in a broad range of consumer-facing and industrial markets. Calumet is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana and operates twelve facilities throughout North America. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements and information in this press release may constitute "forward-looking statements." The words "will," "may," "intend," "believe," "expect," "outlook," "forecast," "anticipate," "estimate," "continue," "plan," "should," "could," "would," or other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, which are generally not historical in nature. The statements discussed in this press release that are not purely historical data are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the statements regarding (i) the effect, impact, potential duration or other implications of the ongoing novel coronavirus ("COVID-19") pandemic, supply chain disruptions and global crude oil production levels on our business and operations, (ii) demand for finished products in markets we serve, (iii) our expectation regarding our business outlook and cash flows, (iv) our expectation regarding anticipated capital expenditures and strategic initiatives, (v) our ability to meet our financial commitments, debt service obligations, debt instrument covenants, contingencies and anticipated capital expenditures and (vi) our ability to convert a significant portion of our Great Falls refinery into a renewable diesel manufacturing facility. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effect on us. While management believes that these forward-looking statements are reasonable as and when made, there can be no assurance that future developments affecting us will be those that we anticipate. All comments concerning our current expectations for future sales and operating results are based on our forecasts for our existing operations and do not include the potential impact of any future acquisition or disposition transactions. Our forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties (some of which are beyond our control) and assumptions that could cause our actual results to differ materially from our historical experience and our present expectations or projections. Known material factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include: the overall demand for specialty products, fuels and other refined products; the level of foreign and domestic production of crude oil and refined products; our ability to produce specialty products and fuel products that meet our customers' unique and precise specifications; the marketing of alternative and competing products; the impact of fluctuations and rapid increases or decreases in crude oil and crack spread prices, including the resulting impact on our liquidity; the results of our hedging and other risk management activities; our ability to comply with financial covenants contained in our debt instruments; the availability of, and our ability to consummate, acquisition or combination opportunities and the impact of any completed acquisitions; labor relations; our access to capital to fund expansions, acquisitions and our working capital needs and our ability to obtain debt or equity financing on satisfactory terms; successful integration and future performance of acquired assets, businesses or third-party product supply and processing relationships; our ability to timely and effectively integrate the operations of acquired businesses or assets, particularly those in new geographic areas or in new lines of business; environmental liabilities or events that are not covered by an indemnity, insurance or existing reserves; maintenance of our credit ratings and ability to receive open credit lines from our suppliers; demand for various grades of crude oil and resulting changes in pricing conditions; fluctuations in refinery capacity; our ability to access sufficient crude oil supply through long-term or month-to-month evergreen contracts and on the spot market; the effects of competition; continued creditworthiness of, and performance by, counterparties; the impact of current and future laws, rulings and governmental regulations, including guidance related to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act; the costs of complying with the Renewable Fuel Standard, including the prices paid for renewable identification numbers ("RINs"); shortages or cost increases of power supplies, natural gas, materials or labor; hurricane or other weather interference with business operations; our ability to access the debt and equity markets; accidents or other unscheduled shutdowns; and general economic, market, business or political conditions (including political tensions, conflicts and war). For additional information regarding factors that could cause our actual results to differ from our projected results, please see our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including the risk factors and other cautionary statements in our latest Annual Report on Form 10-K, subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other filings with the SEC. We caution that these statements are not guarantees of future performance and you should not rely unduly on them, as they involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that we cannot predict. In addition, we have based many of these forward-looking statements on assumptions about future events that may prove to be inaccurate. While our management considers these assumptions to be reasonable, they are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive, regulatory and other risks, contingencies and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. Accordingly, our actual results may differ materially from the future performance that we have expressed or forecast in our forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements after the date they are made, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable law. Non-GAAP Financial Measures Our management uses certain non-GAAP performance measures to analyze operating segment performance and non-GAAP financial measures to evaluate past performance and prospects for the future to supplement our financial information presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"). These financial and operational non-GAAP measures are important factors in assessing our operating results and profitability and include performance measures along with certain key operating metrics. We use the following financial performance measures: EBITDA: We define EBITDA for any period as net income (loss) plus interest expense (including amortization of debt issuance costs), income taxes and depreciation and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA: We define Adjusted EBITDA for any period as: EBITDA adjusted for (a) impairment; (b) unrealized gains and losses from mark to market accounting for hedging activities; (c) realized gains and losses under derivative instruments excluded from the determination of net income (loss); (d) non-cash equity-based compensation expense and other non-cash items (excluding items such as accruals of cash expenses in a future period or amortization of a prepaid cash expense) that were deducted in computing net income (loss); (e) debt refinancing fees, extinguishment costs, premiums and penalties; (f) any net gain or loss realized in connection with an asset sale that was deducted in computing net income (loss); (g) amortization of turnaround costs; (h) LCM inventory adjustments; (i) the impact of liquidation of inventory layers calculated using the LIFO method; (j) RINs mark-to-market adjustments; and (k) all extraordinary, unusual or non-recurring items of gain or loss, or revenue or expense. Distributable Cash Flow: We define Distributable Cash Flow for any period as Adjusted EBITDA less replacement and environmental capital expenditures, turnaround costs, cash interest expense (consolidated interest expense less non-cash interest expense), gain (loss) from unconsolidated affiliates, net of cash distributions and income tax expense (benefit). Specialty Products and Solutions segment Adjusted EBITDA Margin: We define Specialty Products and Solutions segment Adjusted EBITDA Margin for any period as Specialty Products and Solutions segment Adjusted EBITDA divided by Specialty Products and Solutions segment sales. Specialty Products and Solutions segment Adjusted gross profit (loss): We define Specialty Products and Solutions segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) for any period as Specialty Products and Solutions segment gross profit (loss) excluding the impact of (a) LCM inventory adjustments; (b) the impact of liquidation of inventory layers calculated using the LIFO method; (c) RINs mark-to-market adjustments; and (d) depreciation and amortization. Performance Brands segment Adjusted gross profit (loss): We define Performance Brands segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) for any period as Performance Brands segment gross profit (loss) excluding the impact of (a) LCM inventory adjustments; (b) the impact of liquidation of inventory layers calculated using the LIFO method; (c) RINs mark-to-market adjustments; and (d) depreciation and amortization. Montana/Renewables segment Adjusted gross profit (loss): We define Montana/Renewables segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) for any period as Montana/Renewables segment gross profit (loss) excluding the impact of (a) LCM inventory adjustments; (b) the impact of liquidation of inventory layers calculated using the LIFO method; (c) RINs mark-to-market adjustments; and (d) depreciation and amortization. The definition of Adjusted EBITDA that is presented in this press release is similar to the calculation of (i) "Consolidated Cash Flow" contained in the indentures governing our 9.25% senior secured first lien notes due July 15, 2024, that were issued in August 2020 (the "2024 Secured Notes"), our 11.00% senior notes due April 15, 2025, that were issued in October 2019 (the "2025 Notes"), and our 8.125% senior notes due January 15, 2027, that were issued in January 2022 (the "2027 Notes") and (ii) "Consolidated EBITDA" contained in the credit agreement governing our revolving credit facility. We are required to report Consolidated Cash Flow to the holders of our 2024 Secured Notes, 2025 Notes, and 2027 Notes and Consolidated EBITDA to the lenders under our revolving credit facility, and these measures are used by them to determine our compliance with certain covenants governing those debt instruments. Please see our filings with the SEC, including our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, for additional details regarding the covenants governing our debt instruments. These non-GAAP measures are used as supplemental financial measures by our management and by external users of our financial statements such as investors, commercial banks, research analysts and others, to assess: - the financial performance of our assets without regard to financing methods, capital structure or historical cost basis; - the ability of our assets to generate cash sufficient to pay interest costs and support our indebtedness; - our operating performance and return on capital as compared to those of other companies in our industry, without regard to financing or capital structure; - the viability of acquisitions and capital expenditure projects and the overall rates of return on alternative investment opportunities; and - our operating performance excluding the non-cash impact of LCM and LIFO inventory adjustments, RINs mark-to-market adjustments, and depreciation and amortization. We believe that these non-GAAP measures are useful to analysts and investors, as they exclude transactions not related to our core cash operating activities and provide metrics to analyze our ability fund our capital requirements and to pay interest on our debt obligations. We believe that excluding these transactions allows investors to meaningfully analyze trends and performance of our core cash operations. EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Distributable Cash Flow, and segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) should not be considered alternatives to Net income (loss), Operating income (loss), Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities, gross profit (loss) or any other measure of financial performance presented in accordance with GAAP. In evaluating our performance as measured by EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Distributable Cash Flow, and segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) management recognizes and considers the limitations of these measurements. EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA do not reflect our liabilities for the payment of income taxes, interest expense or other obligations such as capital expenditures. Accordingly, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Distributable Cash Flow, and segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) are only a few of several measurements that management utilizes. Moreover, our EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Distributable Cash Flow, and segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of another company because all companies may not calculate EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Distributable Cash Flow, and segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) in the same manner. Please see the section of this release entitled "Non-GAAP Reconciliations" for tables that present reconciliations of EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, and Distributable Cash Flow to Net income (loss), our most directly comparable GAAP financial performance measure; and segment Adjusted gross profit (loss) to segment gross profit (loss), our most directly comparable GAAP financial performance measure. View original content: SOURCE Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/08/05/calumet-specialty-products-partners-lp-reports-second-quarter-2022-results/	2022-08-05T13:44:31Z
A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from PR Newswire this week NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed. The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download. - Southwest Airlines' Coveted Companion Pass is Just One Round Trip Away With Special Promotional Offer The Companion Pass is a unique benefit among U.S. airlines and allows qualifying Customers to designate one person to fly with them, free of airline charges (does not include taxes and fees from $5.60 one-way) every time the Customer purchases or redeems points for a flight. - CVS Health to Acquire Signify Health CVS Health® and Signify Health have entered into a definitive agreement under which CVS Health will acquire Signify Health for $30.50 per share in cash, representing a total transaction value of approximately $8 billion. - Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Mourns the Loss of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Gustavo Arnal "Gustavo will be remembered by all he worked with for his leadership, talent and stewardship of our Company. I am proud to have been his colleague, and he will be truly missed by all of us at Bed Bath & Beyond and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him," said Harriet Edelman, Independent Chair of the Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Board of Directors. - Ooh Wee: Wendy's Teams Up with Rick and Morty on Limited Edition Show Themed Drinks and Combo Meals Exclusively on Uber Eats Wendy's® and Adult Swim's Rick and Morty are joining forces once again to celebrate the Emmy® Award-winning series' sixth season with exclusive Coca-Cola® Freestyle® flavors, Rick and Morty-inspired combo meals on Uber Eats* and a chance to win limited-edition Rick and Morty's-themed merch exclusively with Uber Eats. - Norwex® Introduces Eco-Friendly Laundry Strips Compatible with all types of washing machines, including high-efficiency (HE), the Eco-Wash Laundry Detergent Strips make laundry easier and safer for families and the planet. The strips are 100 percent biodegradable and packaged in a plastic-free, cardboard sleeve. The low-sudsing formula allows the strips to dissolve easily in hot or cold water. - Ultimate Endless Shrimp is Back at Red Lobster® This year's lineup features NEW! Parmesan-Bacon Shrimp Scampi (because everything tastes better with bacon) as well as Argentine Red Shrimp**. And, back by popular demand, classic Shrimp Linguini Alfredo has returned to the roster of options. - Margaritaville at Sea Launches Industry-First "Heroes Sail Free" Program The "Heroes Sail Free" cruise program invites U.S. military service members (active duty and veterans), police, fire, EMS personnel, and educators to enjoy one free cruise fare to the Bahamas. - Trading card marketplace PWCC secures $175 million from WhiteHawk for Capital Lending Program expansion PWCC will use the proceeds of the Financing to create further liquidity for its growing commercial financing business, which provides a menu of loan and cash advance offerings to clients using trading cards as collateral. - Uber and Nuro Announce 10-Year Partnership for Autonomous Food Deliveries Starting in California and Texas Uber Eats consumers will be able to order meals and goods delivered by Nuro's zero-occupant autonomous delivery vehicles, which run on public roads and are built specifically to carry food and other goods. The partnership will kick off this fall with deliveries in Houston, TX and Mountain View, CA. Read more of the latest releases from PR Newswire and stay caught up on the top press releases by following @PRNalert on Twitter. These are just a few of the recent press releases that consumers and the media should know about. To be notified of releases relevant to their coverage area, journalists can set up a custom newsfeed with PR Newswire for Journalists. Once they're signed up, reporters, bloggers, and freelancers have access to the following free features: - Customization: Users can create customized newsfeeds that will deliver relevant news right to their inbox. 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PR Newswire for Journalists (PRNJ) is an exclusive community that includes over 20,000 journalists, bloggers and influencers who are logging into their PRNJ accounts specifically looking for story ideas. PR Newswire thoroughly researches and vets this community to verify their identity as a member of the press, blogger or influencer. PRNJ users cover more than 200 beats and verticals. For questions, contact the team at media.relations@cision.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE PR Newswire	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/09/09/week-press-releases-9-stories-you-need-see/	2022-09-09T11:05:52Z
PITTSBURGH, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a simple and effective way to shield tailgaters, outdoor enthusiasts and truck owners in bright sunlight conditions," said an inventor, from Huntington Beach, Calif., "so I invented the TRUCK BED SHADE. My design enables you to relax and enjoy cool, comfortable shade while outdoors." The invention provides sunlight protection for the bed space of a parked pickup truck. In doing so, it enhances comfort and convenience. It also could help to prevent sunburns and annoying glare and it could make tailgating more enjoyable. The invention features a secure design that is easy to use so it is ideal for the owners of pickup trucks. Additionally, it is producible in design variations. The original design was submitted to the Orange County sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-OCM-1490, 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/2022/04/13/inventhelp-inventor-develops-truck-accessory-protect-against-sun-ocm-1490/	2022-04-13T18:35:05Z
JAKARTA, Indonesia, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium (Persero), a state-owned limited liability company established in Indonesia (the "Company"), announces three concurrent, but separate, offers to purchase for cash, upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase dated 15 July 2022 (the "Offer to Purchase") and subject to the offer restrictions described in the Offer to Purchase, any and all of (i) the outstanding U.S.$1,250,000,000 5.710% notes due 2023 issued by the Company (the "2023 Notes"); (ii) the outstanding U.S.$1,000,000,000 6.530% notes due 2028 issued by the Company (the "2028 Notes"); and (iii ) the outstanding U.S.$750,000,000 6.757% notes due 2048 issued by the Company (the "2048 Notes"), in each case from each registered holder of Notes (each, a "Holder" and, collectively, the "Holders"). The Company refers to the 2023 Notes, 2028 Notes and 2048 Notes collectively as the "Notes" and to each as a "series" of Notes. The Company refers to the offer to purchase each series of Notes as an "Offer" and the offers to purchase the Notes as the "Offers." Capitalized terms used and not otherwise defined in this announcement have the meanings given in the Offer to Purchase. CASH CAP The Company will accept Notes in the order of their respective Acceptance Priority Level (as outlined below), subject to the satisfaction of the Maximum Purchase Price Consideration Condition (as defined below). The Company's obligation to complete an Offer with respect to a particular series of Notes is conditioned on the aggregate Purchase Price Consideration (as defined below) for the Offers, excluding the applicable Accrued Interest, (after taking into account Notes of each series accepted for purchase with a higher Acceptance Priority Level) not exceeding U.S.$1.0 billion (the "Cash Cap"). The Cash Cap may be increased or reduced at the Company's sole discretion, subject to applicable law and regulation. FIXED PRICES AND ACCEPTANCE PRIORITY LEVELS Series of Notes / ISINs (RegS;144A) / Outstanding Principal Amount (as of 15 July 2022) / Acceptance Priority Level / Fixed Price (per U.S.$1,000 in principal amount of the Notes) USD 750m 2048 Notes / USY7140WAD03; US74445PAD42 / U.S.$750,000,000 / 1st priority / U.S.$941 USD 1,000m 2028 Notes / USY7140WAC20; US74445PAC68 / U.S.$1,000,000,000 / 2nd priority / U.S.$1,032 USD 1,250m 2023 Notes / USY7140WAB47; US74445PAB85 / U.S.$674,233,000 / 3rd priority / U.S.$1,023 PURCHASE PRICE CONSIDERATION AND ACCRUED INTEREST The consideration (excluding the applicable Accrued Interest) for each U.S.$1,000 in principal amount of each series of Notes, as applicable, validly tendered at or prior to the Expiration Time or the Guaranteed Delivery Date pursuant to the Guaranteed Delivery Procedures (as defined in the Offer to Purchase), and not validly withdrawn (such consideration, the "Purchase Price Consideration"), will be equal to the Fixed Price specified above for each respective series of Notes, in each case unless extended or earlier terminated with respect to an Offer by the Company in its sole discretion, subject to applicable law. In addition to the Purchase Price Consideration, Holders whose Notes of a given series are accepted for purchase will be paid accrued and unpaid interest on such Notes to, but not including, the Settlement Date (such amount, the "Accrued Interest"). MAXIMUM PURCHASE PRICE CONSIDERATION CONDITION The Company's obligation to complete an Offer with respect to a particular series of Notes is conditioned on the aggregate Purchase Price Consideration for the Offers (excluding any applicable Accrued Interest) not exceeding the Cash Cap of U.S.$1.0 billion, unless waived by the Company as provided in the Offer to Purchase. Notwithstanding any other provision in the Offer to Purchase to the contrary, if at the Expiration Time for a particular Offer, the aggregate Purchase Price Consideration payable for such series of validly tendered Notes (together with the aggregate Purchase Price Consideration payable for all validly tendered Notes of each series with a higher Acceptance Priority Level and that are accepted for purchase), is greater than the Cash Cap, then the Company will not be obligated to accept for purchase such series of Notes and may terminate the Offer with respect to such series of Notes (the "Maximum Purchase Price Consideration Condition"). NO PRO-RATION If any series of Notes is accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offers, all validly tendered Notes of that series will be accepted for purchase. No series of Notes will be subject to proration pursuant to the Offers. RATIONALE FOR THE OFFERS The purpose of the Offers is to optimize financing costs and actively manage the Company's leverage by acquiring the maximum principal amount of Notes for which the aggregate Purchase Price Consideration (excluding the applicable Accrued Interest) for the Notes does not exceed the Cash Cap. PARTICIPATION IN THE OFFERS Holders must either validly tender their notes via the respective Clearing System or deliver a properly completed and duly executed Notice of Guaranteed Delivery (as defined in and attached to the Offer to Purchase) and other required documents pursuant to the guaranteed delivery procedures described in the Offer to Purchase and in the Notice of Guaranteed Delivery at or prior to the Expiration Time and tender their Notes at or prior to 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on the second business day following the Expiration Time (such date and time, as the same may be extended with respect to an Offer, the "Guaranteed Delivery Date") to be eligible to receive the applicable Purchase Price Consideration for such Notes. Notes validly tendered may be withdrawn at or prior to the Withdrawal Date unless the relevant Offer is extended or earlier terminated, but not thereafter. INDICATIVE TIMETABLE FOR THE OFFERS (all times are New York City time) Commencement Date – 15 July 2022 Withdrawal Date – 5:00 p.m. on 21 July 2022 Expiration Time – 5:00 p.m. on 21 July 2022 Tender Results Announcement – as soon as reasonably practicable following the Expiration Time, currently expected to be on or about 22 July 2022 Guaranteed Delivery Date – 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on the second Business Day following the Expiration Time, which is expected to be 25 July 2022 Settlement Date – promptly after the Expiration Deadline (and in any event within three Business Days of the Expiration Time) and expected to be on or about 26 July 2022 Guaranteed Delivery Settlement Date – expected to occur on the Business Day after the Guaranteed Delivery Date, i.e. on 26 July 2022 DEALER MANAGERS BNP Paribas (liability.management@bnpparibas.com; dl.asia.syndicate@asia.bnpparibas.com / +852 2108 5228) J.P. Morgan (liability_management_hk@jpmorgan.com / +852 2800 8019) Mandiri Securities (msliabilitymgmt@mandirisek.co.id / +65 6589 3880) THE INFORMATION AND TENDER AGENT Morrow Sodali Limited (Email: mindid@investor.morrowsodali.com / Tender Offers Website: https://projects.morrowsodali.com/mindid / + 852 2319 4130 / +44 20 4513 6933 / +1 203 609 4910) Questions and requests for assistance in connection with tendering Notes and participating in the Offers and the submission of a tender instruction should be directed to the Information and Tender Agent. Questions and requests for assistance in connection with the Offers should be directed to the Dealer Managers. DISCLAIMER THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN OFFER OR AN INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE OFFERS. THE OFFERS ARE BEING MADE PURSUANT TO AN OFFER TO PURCHASE, A COPY OF WHICH WILL BE DELIVERED TO HOLDERS OF THE NOTES, AND WHICH SETS FORTH THE COMPLETE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE OFFERS. NOTEHOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE OFFER TO PURCHASE CAREFULLY BEFORE MAKING ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO THEIR NOTES. NEITHER THIS ANNOUNCEMENT NOR THE OFFER TO PURCHASE AN OFFER TO BUY OR THE SOLICITATION OF AN OFFER TO SELL NOTES IN ANY JURISDICTION IN WHICH IT IS UNLAWFUL TO DO SO, AND TENDERS OF NOTES FOR PURCHASE PURSUANT TO THE TENDER OFFERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FROM NOTEHOLDERS IN ANY CIRCUMSTANCES IN WHICH SUCH OFFER OR SOLICITATION IS UNLAWFUL. IN THOSE JURISDICTIONS WHERE THE SECURITIES, BLUE SKY OR OTHER LAWS REQUIRE AN INVITATION TO TENDER TO BE MADE BY A LICENSED BROKER OR DEALER AND THE DEALER MANAGER OR ITS AFFILIATE IS SUCH A LICENSED BROKER OR DEALER IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, ANY INVITATION SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE MADE ON BEHALF OF THE OFFER BY THE DEALER MANAGER OR SUCH AFFILIATE, AS THE CASE MAY BE, AND NO INVITATION IS MADE IN ANY SUCH JURISDICTION WHERE THE DEALER MANAGER OR ITS RELEVANT AFFILIATE IS NOT SO LICENSED. NEITHER THE OFFER TO PURCHASE NOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES AS A PUBLIC OFFERING OR PRIVATE PLACEMENT IN INDONESIAN UNDER LAW NO. 8 OF 1995 ON CAPITAL MARKETS AND ITS IMPLEMENTING REGULATIONS (THE "CAPITAL MARKETS LAW") AND OJK REGULATION NO. 30 OF 2019 ON THE ISSUANCE OF DEBT-LINKED SECURITIES AND/OR SUKUK ISSUED BY WAYS OF PRIVATE PLACEMENT ("OJK REGULATION NO. 30"). THIS ANNOUNCEMENT AND THE OFFER TO PURCHASE WILL NOT BE AND MAY NOT BE OFFERED OR SOLD IN INDONESIA OR TO INDONESIAN CITIZENS, WHEREVER THEY ARE DOMICILED, OR TO INDONESIAN RESIDENTS, IN A MANNER WHICH CONSTITUTES A PUBLIC OFFER OR PRIVATE PLACEMENT UNDER THE CAPITAL MARKETS LAW AND ITS IMPLEMENTING REGULATIONS AND OJK REGULATION NO. 30. View original content: SOURCE PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium (Persero)	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/15/pt-indonesia-asahan-aluminium-persero-announces-usd-cash-tender-offers/	2022-07-15T11:58:35Z
NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Klein Law Firm announces that a class action complaint has been filed on behalf of shareholders of Yext, Inc. (NYSE: YEXT) alleging that the Company violated federal securities laws. Class Period: March 4, 2021 to March 8, 2022 Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 16, 2022 No obligation or cost to you. Learn more about your recoverable losses in YEXT: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/yext-lawsuit?id=30189&from=4 Yext, Inc. NEWS - YEXT NEWS CLASS ACTION CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that Yext, Inc. made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Yext's revenue and earnings were significantly deteriorating because of, among other things, poor sales execution and performance, as well as COVID-19 related disruptions; (ii) accordingly, Yext was unlikely to meet consensus estimates for its full year fiscal 2022 financial results and fiscal 2023 outlook; and (iii) 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 Yext you have until August 16, 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 Yext 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 YEXT lawsuit, please contact J. Klein, Esq. by telephone at 212-616-4899 or click this link: https://www.kleinstocklaw.com/pslra-1/yext-lawsuit?id=30189&from=4. 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.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/07/26/yext-alert-klein-law-firm-announces-lead-plaintiff-deadline-august-16-2022-class-action-filed-behalf-yext-inc-shareholders/	2022-07-26T10:11:09Z
First-of-its-kind Fellowship Funded by Peng Zhao and Cherry Chen will Provide 16 Fellows Annually with Tuition-Free Master Program in Improvisational Comedy CHICAGO, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary Chicago comedy institution The Second City is proud to announce the creation of The Victor Wong Fellowship, a program to train and mentor up-and-coming comedians. Named after The Second City's first Asian American performer and funded by Peng Zhao, CEO of Citadel Securities, and his wife, Cherry Chen, the fellowship will focus on developing the next generation of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) talent. Beginning this fall, 16 fellows a year will be selected through auditions and granted a ten-week, tuition-free master program in improvisational comedy taught by The Second City's top professional instructors and directors. The fellows will also have access to the theater's executive creative team and alumni, including AAPI mentors. Following the training, the fellows will present a mix of their original comedy, improvisational games, and classic scenes from The Second City archives in a showcase event on a Second City stage in Chicago. "Beyond professional success on stage and screen, the skills of improvisation are a kind of super-power for life," said Parisa Jalili, COO of The Second City. "We are thrilled that this gift will allow us to train emerging AAPI talent to both hone their comedy skills as well as their skills to be deeply collaborative, resilient, and creative individuals." "Comedy connects us by validating our shared experiences and opening our minds to new ones," said Mr. Zhao and Ms. Chen. "Further diversifying the comedic community will help move this important medium—and the society it serves—forward. We are excited to help bring the unique perspectives of AAPI talent to the stage." The Victor Wong Fellowship is the first program by a major comedy theater to exclusively endow AAPI talent. The Second City has also been home to the NBC-backed Bob Curry Fellowship since 2014, which annually grants performers from varying diverse multicultural backgrounds a tuition-free master program. The Victor Wong Fellowship builds on Mr. Zhao and Ms. Chen's longstanding commitment to accelerating opportunity and prosperity for the 23 million members of the AAPI community in the United States. Mr. Zhao is a founding board member of The Asian American Foundation (TAAF), which has become a catalyzing force for improving AAPI advocacy, power, and representation across American society. Mr. Zhao and Ms. Chen have convened and funded a variety of other initiatives focused on supporting Chicago and the AAPI community, including most recently The Peng Zhao and Cherry Chen Fund for AAPI Voices in partnership with Kartemquin Films. Auditions for the inaugural Victor Wong Fellowship will be held in August 2022. About The Second City The Second City opened its doors in 1959 as a small comedy cabaret and has since grown to become the world's most influential name in improv and comedy. Second City's stages, Touring Companies, and Training Centers across North America have proudly been the launch pad for many of the funniest names on the planet, including John Belushi, John Candy, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Chris Farley, Tina Fey, Keegan-Michael Key, Eugene Levy, Tim Meadows, Bill Murray, Mike Myers, Suzy Nakamura, Catherine O'Hara, Amy Poehler, Gilda Radner, Sam Richardson, Joan Rivers, Amber Ruffin, Jason Sudeikis, and Steven Yeun, among many more. About Victor Wong California native Victor Wong (1927-2001), moved to Chicago in the 1950s to study theology at the University of Chicago before becoming involved with The Second City. Mr. Wong joined The Second City at the encouragement of his close friend and famed theater academic, Viola Spolin. A fixture in the San Francisco Beat Scene of the 1950s and '60s alongside Jack Kerouc and Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Mr. Wong's acting credits included notable roles in the films "The Joy Luck Club," "The Last Emperor," "Big Trouble in Little China," "The Three Ninjas" series, and "The Golden Child." Press Contact: Colleen Fahey VP of Marketing, The Second City cfahey@secondcity.com (312) 662-4516 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Second City	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/05/02/second-city-launches-victor-wong-fellowship-aapi-voices-comedy/	2022-05-02T11:50:21Z
NEW YORK, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TytoCare, the global healthcare industry's first all-in-one modular device and examination solution for AI-powered, on-demand, remote medical exams, announced a partnership with MemorialCare, a leading, innovative nonprofit health system in Orange and Los Angeles Counties. MemorialCare is the only health system in the region to offer this capability to its patients. The partnership was announced at MemorialCare's Presidents' Partnership event on Friday April 1, 2022. The integration of the TytoCare solution into MemorialCare's current telehealth appointments enables physicians to provide patients with enhanced remote care with in-depth, physical examinations. Through the partnership with TytoCare, MemorialCare will expand its virtual care options, differentiating it from other local providers, while ensuring that telehealth remains a pillar of patient care. Beyond the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth will remain a vital resource for patients and health systems as they increasingly adopt virtual primary care, enabling patients to stay on top of their health without the need for in-person visits. This is especially true for those with mobility issues. "MemorialCare is committed to finding ways to enable patients to manage their health through a personalized healthcare experience and ensure that no matter their circumstance, they have easy access to clinic-quality examinations from the comfort of home," said Barry Arbuckle, Ph.D., President and CEO of MemorialCare. "TytoCare enables us to do just that." TytoCare's FDA-cleared handheld examination kit enables users to perform comprehensive physical exams of the heart, skin, ears, throat, abdomen, and lungs, and measure heart rate and body temperature, which are key for treating many acute and chronic conditions. This allows health care clinicians to gain the vital clinical data they require to monitor, diagnose, and treat patients remotely. "We're excited to work with MemorialCare to offer comprehensive virtual care that's intuitive and accessible for both patients and providers," said Dedi Gilad, CEO and Co-Founder of TytoCare. "As health systems look to permanently incorporate and expand their telehealth options in the post-pandemic landscape, they've come to realize that audio/video-only telehealth isn't enough to provide patients with the quality of care they demand. TytoCare's reimagining of triage and virtual primary care will allow patients to benefit from simple, efficient, and accurate exams from the comfort of home." MemorialCare is using TytoCare to enable patients to perform guided medical exams with MemorialCare providers remotely. Once they have a device, patients can access enhanced video visits 24/7 via MemorialCare's Virtual Urgent Care. During a TytoCare appointment, providers can diagnose and treat conditions as well as provide a prescription, if needed. TytoCare exam data is sent via an encrypted, secure network and is stored on MemorialCare's HIPAA-compliant cloud. The visit is also downloaded into MemorialCare's electronic medical record system and integrates seamlessly with myChart, enabling flexibility and ease-of-use for both patients and providers. In the coming months, MemorialCare plans to expand its partnership with TytoCare to employer worksites with the TytoClinic solution, enabling employees to be assessed and treated on-site. "The pandemic really brought to life how virtual equipment can be used," said Dr. Mark Schafer, CEO, MemorialCare Medical Foundation. "By expanding our virtual care options, we support our patients in receiving secure, convenient, and quality care at home, at work, or on-the-go." TytoCare devices are available for purchase here via MemorialCare and the device is HSA and FSA eligible. MemorialCare patients, as well as non-patients, can purchase the devices and connect with MemorialCare providers. To celebrate the partnership, MemorialCare brought together leading voices in healthcare at its 17th MemorialCare Presidents' Partnership event titled, "The Great Transformation," on April 4, 2022. Executive leaders from UnitedHealthcare of California, Purchaser Business Group on Health, Morgan Health, Gallagher, Centivo, and the LBL Group came together to discuss the future of innovative healthcare. For more information on the event please visit www.memorialcare.org/pp2022. About TytoCare TytoCare is a telehealth company using AI to transform primary care by putting health in the hands of consumers. TytoCare seamlessly connects people to clinicians to provide the best virtual home examination and diagnosis solutions. Its solutions are designed to enable a comprehensive medical exam from any location and include a hand-held, all-in-one tool for examining the heart, lungs, skin, ears, throat, abdomen, and body temperature; a complete telehealth platform for sharing exam data, conducting live video exams, and scheduling visits; a cloud-based data repository with analytics; and built-in guidance technology and machine learning algorithms to ensure accuracy and ease of use for patients and insights for healthcare providers. Co-founded by Dedi Gilad and Ofer Tzadik in 2012, TytoCare has FDA and CE clearances and has partnered with over 120 major health systems, health plans, and strategic partners in the U.S., Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Israel. To watch a demo video, click here. For more information, please visit https://www.tytocare.com/. TytoCare Press Contact Sarah Schloss Headline Media sarah.schloss@headline.media 914.506.5105 About MemorialCare Health Services MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes leading hospitals – Long Beach Medical Center, Miller Children's & Women's Hospital Long Beach, Orange Coast Medical Center, and Saddleback Medical Center; award-winning medical groups – MemorialCare Medical Group and Greater Newport Physicians; Select Health Plan; and convenient outpatient health centers, urgent care centers, imaging centers, breast centers, surgical centers, physical therapy centers and dialysis centers throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. For more information, visit memorialcare.org. MemorialCare Health Services Press Contact Allison Chayo Idea Hall allison@ideahall.com 310.849.0185 SOURCE Tyto Care; MemorialCare Health Services	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/04/04/memorialcare-partners-with-tytocare-expand-telehealth-offerings-with-remote-physical-examinations-during-virtual-visits/	2022-04-04T15:33:29Z
BELTON — Services for Marken Okoi, 33, of Moody will be 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church in Temple. Mrs. Okoi died Monday, May 16, at a Temple hospital. She was born Feb. 26, 1989, in Huntsville, Ala. to Jeanelle Pons and Kevin Rebman. She graduated from Belton High School. She served in the U.S. Air Force and was a private civilian. Survivors include her mother of Moody; her father; a sister, Kelly Klima; and two grandmothers, Jean Walters and Judy Rebman. Crotty Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Belton is in charge of arrangements.	https://www.tdtnews.com/obituaries/article_d7d7dd82-d7cf-11ec-a0f5-0f13c6e75c47.html	2022-05-20T07:21:05Z
Brand working with local businesses, athletes and artists, creating limited edition tee inspired by the neighborhood with 100% of all proceeds to go to the Highland Park Community Foundation TEMPE, Ariz., July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sportiqe Apparel Co. today announced the release of a limited edition tee-shirt designed to support the Highland Park community in the wake of the July 4, 2022 mass shooting, which took the lives of seven people and wounded more than 40 others. The shirt itself takes cues from the blue color and font of Highland Park High School paired with an outline of the State of Illinois. It will retail for $36, with 100 percent of proceeds going to the Highland Park Community Foundation (HPCF). Sportiqe's aim is to work locally in Chicago to help spread the word about the shirt and do as much as they can to support the community and help it to heal. It will initially be sold onsite at Highland Park's iconic local restaurant Michael's Grill & Salad Bar, directly through Sportiqe's website at www.Sportiqe.com, at the upcoming O.A.R. and Dispatch concert with special guest G. Love on August 13th at Ravinia, another Highland Park mainstay, and at the Windy City Smokeout from August 4th to 7th, the largest country music festival in Chicago. The brand is also working to encourage local Chicago personalities to embrace the cause, including athletes, artists and public figures. The Highland Park Community Foundation, which will receive all proceeds from the shirt sales, established the Highland Park Shooting Response Fund following the tragedy. 100% of any funds donated – whether through tee-shirt sales or any other means – will be distributed, and none of the donations received will be used for administrative or similar expenses. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support as soon as possible to the victims of the July 4th shooting and their families, as well as non-profit organizations that are helping victims, their families and the broader community that has been impacted by the tragedy. "This is a devastating tragedy and there's nothing that I nor Sportiqe as a company can do to change that or undo the damage that has been done," said Jason Franklin, Sportiqe co-founder. "I grew up in the Highland Park area and I have long-time friends and family that still live there, and several of us in the Sportiqe family are from Chicago. We just want to help in any small way that we can." "When Sportiqe approached us to get involved it was a no-brainer – anything we can do to support the community we're embracing wholeheartedly," added Ryan Gamperl, co-owner of Michael's Grill & Salad Bar - known by locals as Michael's Hot Dogs. "We've seen everyone here rallying to support one another, and it's comforting to know that even those who have moved away are keeping us in their hearts." For additional information on the Highland Park tee please visit https://sportiqe.com/pages/highland-park. For additional information on Sportiqe and their apparel head to www.sportiqe.com. Sportiqe was born in 2006 when co-founders, Jason Franklin and Matt Altman, saw a need for on-trend, premium apparel in the destination retail space that would also inspire people to "Roam in Comfort" (the company's tagline). Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, Sportiqe is a global, Modern American Comfort Brand, and is committed to delivering elevated basics using premium fabrics, innovative on-trend designs and fashionable fits that look good, feel good, and provide superior comfort. Sportiqe has outfitted more than five million people, partnering with the most recognizable brands worldwide, such as the NBA, Trek Bikes, Nintendo, Warner Bros, LiveNation, Dave Matthews Band, and many others. All Sportiqe apparel is backed by their 100% Comfort Guarantee. For more information, go to: www.sportiqe.com. The Highland Park Community Foundation was established in 1992 at the request of the City of Highland Park to build and maintain a permanent endowment fund. As the philanthropic heart of the community, the HPCF improves and enriches people's lives with annual grants to nonprofits that provide educational, social service, and cultural programs for Highland Park and Highwood residents. The Foundation's avowed purposes are to expand opportunities and address the unmet needs of the community – needs that are not met by governmental or other sources. The Highland Park Community Foundation maintains Candid's (formerly GuideStar's) 2022 Platinum Seal of Transparency – Candid's highest level of recognition – and has received a 100 out of 100 rating from Charity Navigator through their Encompass Rating System. CONTACT: Marlon LeWinter NRGized Media 516.982.1196 marlon@nrgizedmedia.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sportiqe Apparel Co.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/29/sportiqe-announces-initiative-support-highland-park-community/	2022-07-29T16:34:24Z
Study conducted at The Massachusetts General Hospital's Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center demonstrated highly significant improvements in Overall Survival and other key endpoints As seen previously, VTX-067 produced a safety profile similar to that seen in the Control group NEW YORK, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Voltron Therapeutics, Inc., a Lucius Partners portfolio company, today announced that data from the previously announce Study '098 demonstrated clear Proof-of Concept for VTX-067 in the treatment of HPV related cancers. This is a well-validated murine model of HPV related cancers. VTX-067, a Self-Assembling Vaccine (SAV) targeting select peptides from HPV related cancers, was developed using Voltron's Self Assembling Vaccine Platform. Voltron has executed an exclusive worldwide license for this technology from The Massachusetts General Hospital's (MGH) Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center (VIC). Study '098 was a double blind, preclinical study evaluating VTX-067 in TC-1 tumor injected mice to evaluate its impact on Overall Survival of the mice, as well as other key efficacy and safety endpoints. The Primary Endpoint of the study was the vaccine's impact on Overall Survival of the mice. Results of the study demonstrated: - Improved Overall Survival: VTX-067/SAV had a highly significant, positive survival effect in the TC-1 tumor injected mice - Tumor volume reduction: VTX-067 significantly reduced TC-1 tumor volume - Dose response: there was a clear dose-response to SAV, with the overall best survival benefit to the TC-1 tumor bearing mice at the highest dose of SAV. - Safety Profile: the SAV construct once again demonstrated it is well tolerated with no observed reactogenicity. Commented Dr. Mark Poznansky, Director, Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center, MGH: "The data clearly demonstrate that the inclusion of highly immunogenic epitopes derived from HPV in our self-assembled vaccine significantly controlled tumor growth and augmented survival in a well-established mouse model of HPV induced cancer, in comparison to control animals treated with saline or immunogenic peptides. Treatment with our vaccine also generated significant HPV targeted cell mediated immunity with no detectable reactogenicity. These results met, and indeed exceeded, our expectations for efficacy and immunogenicity in this important model" Patrick J. Gallagher, Voltron's Chief Executive Officer commented, "We are tremendously excited about the results of this rigorously designed, double blind study for many reasons. First, our vaccine eradicated tumors in a number of mice in this aggressive tumor model at higher doses. Second, the data once again supports the SAV's incredible flexibility: Voltron has demonstrated success in producing a significant immune response in four different disease/animal models by using between two and 11 disease specific peptides. Finally, we have gained additional confidence in the utility of combing the SAV with a PD-1 inhibitor to drive targeted, durable responses." James Ahern, Managing Partner, Laidlaw & Company (UK) and Founder of Lucius Partners, stated, "The team's expertise and commitment to driving this proof-of-concept study forward with a view to first in human trials has produced compelling results. We continue to identify additional programs for Voltron, which we will pursue in both oncology and infectious disease, that leverage our highly flexible vaccine platform to create new solutions for clinicians and patients. We remain focused on de-risking our programs and to provide value to our shareholders." About Voltron Therapeutics, Inc. Voltron Therapeutics, Inc., a Delaware corporation, was founded in 2017 to lead and accelerate the development of the Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center (VIC), and the Massachusetts General Hospital's novel Self Assembling Vaccine technology in a variety of indications, including in Oncology and Emerging Infectious Diseases. Voltron holds an exclusive worldwide license to this technology. With the work of our world class team of researchers and development team, this technology has shown in certain pre-clinical studies initial proof of concept in two infectious diseases (including Lassa Fever) as well as two oncology indications (Ovarian and HPV Related Cancers). For more information, please visit www.voltrontx.com. About Lucius Partners, LLC Lucius Partners is a consultancy that provides a broad suite of services to help healthcare companies grow, achieve milestones and generate value for their shareholders. Forward Looking Statements This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements that relate to the advancement and development of the VaxCelerate Platform, the commencement of clinical trials, the availability of data from clinical trials and other information that is not historical information. When used herein, words such as "anticipate", "being", "will", "plan", "may", "continue", and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements or information that refer to expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, performance or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking. All forward-looking statements are based upon Voltron's current expectations and various assumptions. Voltron believes there is a reasonable basis for its expectations and beliefs, but they are inherently uncertain. Voltron may not realize its expectations, and its beliefs may not prove correct. Actual results could differ materially from those described or implied by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including, without limitation, market conditions and any Voltron filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Consequently, forward-looking statements should be regarded solely as Voltron's current plans, estimates and beliefs. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Voltron cannot guarantee future results, events, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Voltron does not undertake and specifically declines any obligation to update, republish, or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events or circumstances or to reflect the occurrences of unanticipated events, except as may be required by law. Contact: Patrick Gallagher, CEO Voltron Therapeutics, Inc. Managing Partner Lucius Partners, LLC pgallagher@luciuspartnersllc.com Matthew Duffy, President Voltron Therapeutics, Inc. Managing Partner Lucius Partners, LLC mduffy@luciuspartnersllc.com Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1846494/Lucius_Partners_Logo.jpg View original content: SOURCE Lucius Partners	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/07/14/voltron-therapeutics-inc-lucius-partners-portfolio-company-announces-definitive-proof-concept-data-its-lead-oncology-candidate-vtx-067-an-hpv-related-tumor-challenge-study/	2022-07-14T16:55:38Z
Officials warn parents to look out for fentanyl that looks like candy MARION COUNTY, Fla. (Gray New) – Officials in Florida are warning parents nationwide to be cautious of products that look like candy but actually contain drugs. The Marion County Sheriff’s Office said with Halloween around the corner, it’s not too early to be on the lookout for these deceptive products. The sheriff’s office posted photos of examples to be wary of, showing fentanyl pressed in multiple colors, giving it a candy-like appearance. “Not only does this make it easier for kids to hide drugs from their parents, but it also makes it more likely for unknowing kids (or even adults) to consume the drugs believing it is candy,” the sheriff’s office wrote in a Facebook post. If you believe your child has ingested something they shouldn’t have, officials say to call 911 immediately. Copyright 2022 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.	https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/09/09/officials-warn-parents-look-out-fentanyl-that-looks-like-candy/	2022-09-09T17:01:20Z
- Texas Waves II, 30 megawatt battery storage project - Project recently completed installation of all inverters on site - Completion expected by end of 2022 AUSTIN, Texas, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silvia Ortín, CEO RWE Renewables Americas: "Battery storage solutions like Texas Waves II, with its responsive reserve capability, are a proven proposition for storing energy and improving grid reliability. These types of projects will become increasingly important as renewables form a bigger part of the energy mix as we expand our operating portfolio in the U.S., one of our focus markets." RWE continues to expand its storage portfolio with Texas Waves II, a 30 MW battery storage project with a 1-hour lithium-ion battery, co-located at the existing Pyron Wind Farm in Scurry County, Texas. Texas Waves II is under construction and is expected to be online by the end of 2022. The project recently achieved a major equipment milestone installing all inverters on site, with no lost time injuries and two weeks ahead of schedule. The project will provide ancillary services to the ERCOT grid as well as participate in the energy market. In addition, Texas Waves II has the potential to reduce the cost of energy to consumers by storing energy when it is readily available from renewable resources and discharging when energy would otherwise have to be provided from more expensive fossil fuel generation. Texas Waves II is the next phase of a series of energy storage projects, where RWE is able to add a storage facility where it makes the most sense in the existing RWE wind fleet. Texas Waves I, consisting of two 9.9 MW short duration energy storage projects, at the existing RWE Pyron and Inadale wind farms in West Texas, came online in 2018. By its online date, the project will be RWE's largest AC-coupled battery in the Americas to date. RWE is now significantly increasing its standalone and co-located storage project pipeline, with more and larger projects upcoming in the U.S. The U.S. accounts for more than one third of the RWE Group's renewables capacity playing a key role in RWE's strategy to grow its renewables business and to become carbon neutral by 2040. RWE's very experienced U.S. team is driving our expansion plans not only in onshore wind, solar PV and storage, but also in offshore wind, to contribute to RWE's ambitious goal of 50 gigawatts net installed capacity in 2030. RWE constructs, owns and operates some of the highest performing wind, solar and energy storage projects in the U.S. As a leading renewable energy player, the company has more than 30 projects in operation in the U.S., totalling an installed generation capacity of more than 5,000 MW (4,288 MW pro rata) to date with more to come. The company, together with its joint venture partner National Grid Ventures, secured area OCS-A 0539 in the New York Bight offshore lease auction in the U.S. with a potential to host 3 GW of capacity, enough to power 1.1 million U.S. homes. In addition, RWE has entered a joint venture, New England Aqua Ventus, focused on floating offshore wind in the state of Maine. For more information, go to americas.rwe.com. RWE RWE is leading the way to a green energy world. With an extensive investment and growth strategy, the company will expand its powerful, green generation capacity to 50 gigawatts internationally by 2030. RWE is investing €50 billion gross for this purpose in this decade. The portfolio is based on offshore and onshore wind, solar, hydrogen, batteries, biomass and gas. RWE Supply & Trading provides tailored energy solutions for large customers. RWE has locations in the attractive markets of Europe, North America and the Asia-Pacific region. The company is responsibly phasing out nuclear energy and coal. Government-mandated phaseout roadmaps have been defined for both of these energy sources. RWE employs around 19,000 people worldwide and has a clear target: to get to net zero by 2040. On its way there, the company has set itself ambitious targets for all activities that cause greenhouse gas emissions. The Science Based Targets initiative has confirmed that these emission reduction targets are in line with the Paris Agreement. Very much in the spirit of the company's purpose: Our energy for a sustainable life. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE RWE Renewables	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/20/rwe-moves-forward-with-storage-facility-texas/	2022-07-20T15:39:02Z
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blimpie® (www.Blimpie.com), America's Sub Shop®, is introducing a new Cuban Pulled Pork sub and welcoming the return of the Spicy Pork Sub, both available for a limited time. Beginning July 5, guests can try the two pulled pork subs at Blimpie locations nationwide. - Cuban Pulled Pork: Tender pulled pork and ham, topped with Swiss cheese, pickles, and stone-ground mustard - Spicy Pork: Tender pulled pork drizzled with Hot Sauce and Sweet Baby Rays® BBQ sauce, topped with cheddar cheese and bacon ranch slaw "Blimpie is excited to introduce our brand new Cuban Pulled Pork sub and bring back a fan favorite, the Spicy Pork sub," said Sam Carity, director of marketing for Kahala Brands™, parent company of Blimpie. "We are thrilled to offer pulled pork two ways, each with its own unique and mouthwatering flavor combination that our guests are sure to love!" The Pulled Pork sandwiches will be available on Blimpie menus until October 2, 2022. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Blimpie® serves sub sandwiches prepared with quality ingredients along with delicious soups and salads. Founded in 1964, Blimpie has grown to approximately 200 franchised restaurants across the U.S. and abroad. In 2006, Blimpie became part of the Kahala Brands family, one of the fastest growing franchising companies in the world with a portfolio of nearly 30 fast-casual and quick-service restaurant brands with approximately 3,000 locations in 35 countries, and with MTY Food Group's purchase of Kahala Brands Blimpie is now also a part of the MTY Food Group family. For more information about Blimpie, visit: www.Blimpie.com. For more information about Kahala Brands, visit: www.KahalaBrands.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Blimpie	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/05/blimpie-introduces-an-all-new-pulled-pork-sub-brings-back-pulled-pork-favorite/	2022-07-05T11:35:26Z
The Latest on U.S. President Joe Biden’s trip to the Mideast (all times local): An Israeli human rights group has put up billboards in the occupied West Bank with a stark message for President Joe Biden, saying “this is apartheid.” B’Tselem is among three rights groups that say Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, both in the Palestinian territories and inside Israel itself, amounts to apartheid. Both Israel and the U.S. reject the charge. B’Tselem put up the billboards in Ramallah, the seat of the internationally recognized Palestinian Authority, and in Bethlehem, where Biden is to meet Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Friday. B’Tselem’s executive director, Hagai El-Ad, accused multiple U.S. administrations of tolerating Israeli human rights abuses “without demanding accountability” and urged Washington to change its attitude toward Israel. “When the attitude changes – so will the regime,” he said. Biden was expected to land in Israel for a 48-hour visit to the area later Wednesday. He is not expected to offer any major diplomatic initiatives during the visit. He flies to Saudi Arabia on Friday. —- HERE’S WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING: Biden to ping through Israel’s iconic spots on Mideast tour Six things to watch during Biden’s trip to the Middle East With Biden, Palestinians seeking freedom get permits instead JERUSALEM — The United States and Israel are launching a new strategic high-level dialogue between the countries that will focus on technology. The new talks were announced in a joint statement from U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid on Wednesday, just hours before Biden was scheduled to arrive in Israel for his first Mideast visit as president. The partnership is to focus on the use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and other tech-based solutions, against global challenges such as pandemic preparedness and climate change, the statement said. The leaders pledged to work together to “advance and protect critical and emerging technologies in accordance with our national interests, democratic principles and human rights, and to address geostrategic challenges.” On Wednesday, Biden begins his trip to the region in Israel and the occupied West Bank. He is scheduled to fly to Saudi Arabia on Friday.	https://cw33.com/news/politics/ap-politics/the-latest-biden-kicks-off-mideast-visit-in-israel/	2022-07-13T12:11:56Z
Devils’ Jack Hughes to miss rest of season with knee injury By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Jack Hughes, the New Jersey Devils’ leading goal-scorer, will miss the rest of the season with a left knee injury. The Devils made the announcement about the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NHL draft in between the first and second periods of Tuesday night’s game against the New York Rangers. Hughes was hurt Sunday in the second period when he was checked by Islanders forward Oliver Wahlstrom. Hughes has a low-grade left MCL sprain. Hughes had 26 goals and 30 assists for 56 points.	https://localnews8.com/sports/ap-national-sports/2022/04/05/devils-jack-hughes-to-miss-rest-of-season-with-knee-injury/	2022-04-06T01:15:20Z
JERUSALEM, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alpha Tau Medical Ltd. (Nasdaq: DRTS) ("Alpha Tau"), the developer of the innovative alpha-radiation cancer therapy Alpha DaRT™, announced today that the first patient was treated in a feasibility study evaluating the Alpha DaRT as a neoadjuvant therapy in patients with prostate cancer at the Rambam Health Care Center in Haifa, Israel. The primary objectives of this study are to assess the feasibility and safety of intratumoral Alpha DaRT source implantation for the treatment of local prostate cancer prior to surgery. Secondary objectives include assessing radiological and pathological objective response rate of the tumor, and changes in quality of life measures. The study involves two separate procedures, with surgical resection of the prostate 50 days following Alpha DaRT source insertion, and can recruit up to 10 patients. The surgical resection will be performed at the Carmel Medical Center in Haifa, Israel using a da Vinci® surgical robot, and will be led by Dr. Yuval Freifeld and his senior team. "This is a historic day for Alpha Tau," said Alpha Tau CEO Uzi Sofer. "After gaining a wealth of experience in treating superficial cancers such as those of the skin, head & neck, and breast, we are thrilled to have treated the first prostate patient, our first internal organ treatment. Our pre-clinical data show that the Alpha DaRT technology may have potential to address a very broad range of solid tumor types, and our strategy is to expand our clinical studies across multiple tumor types in order to evaluate the full potential of the Alpha DaRT. This study suggests our ability to deliver this promising treatment beyond superficial tumors and is an important milestone in executing on this strategy." Alpha Tau CMO Dr. Robert Den remarked, "Since the prostate is surgically removed 50 days after the Alpha DaRT insertion, the neoadjuvant design of this trial will allow us to analyze the pathological response of tissues to the Alpha DaRT. This will hopefully provide very valuable information to our researchers and allow us to compare theoretical versus actual cell damage." Dr. Tomer Charas, head of the GU Radiotherapy Unit in the Oncology Division at Rambam Health Care Center in Haifa, Israel, and principal investigator of the study, commented, "We are excited to be leading this trial in collaboration with the Carmel Urology team, and to be the first to evaluate Alpha DaRT in prostate cancer in patients. Based on the results from preclinical studies, it is possible that neoadjuvant treatment with the Alpha DaRT may also trigger an immune response, which could help decrease the risk of tumor recurrence. In addition, a preferable safety profile has been observed to date in treatments of other tumor types." About Alpha DaRT Alpha DaRT (Diffusing Alpha-emitters Radiation Therapy) is designed to enable highly potent and conformal alpha-irradiation of solid tumors by intratumoral delivery of radium-224 impregnated sources. When the radium decays, its short-lived daughters are released from the sources and disperse while emitting high-energy alpha particles with the goal of destroying the tumor. Since the alpha-emitting atoms diffuse only a short distance, Alpha DaRT aims to mainly affect the tumor, and to spare the healthy tissue around it. About Alpha Tau Medical Ltd. Founded in 2016, Alpha Tau is an Israeli medical device company that focuses on research, development, and potential commercialization of the Alpha DaRT for the treatment of solid tumors. The technology was initially developed by Prof. Itzhak Kelson and Prof. Yona Keisari from Tel Aviv University. Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used herein, words including "anticipate," "being," "will," "plan," "may," "continue," and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements or information that refer to expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, performance or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking. All forward-looking statements are based upon Alpha Tau's current expectations and various assumptions. Alpha Tau believes there is a reasonable basis for its expectations and beliefs, but they are inherently uncertain. Alpha Tau may not realize its expectations, and its beliefs may not prove correct. Actual results could differ materially from those described or implied by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including, without limitation: (i) Alpha Tau's ability to receive regulatory approval for its Alpha DaRT technology or any future products or product candidates; (ii) Alpha Tau's limited operating history; (iii) Alpha Tau's incurrence of significant losses to date; (iv) Alpha Tau's need for additional funding and ability to raise capital when needed; (v) Alpha Tau's limited experience in medical device discovery and development; (vi) Alpha Tau's dependence on the success and commercialization of the Alpha DaRT technology; (vii) the failure of preliminary data from Alpha Tau's clinical studies to predict final study results; (viii) failure of Alpha Tau's early clinical studies or preclinical studies to predict future clinical studies; (ix) Alpha Tau's ability to enroll patients in its clinical trials; (x) undesirable side effects caused by Alpha Tau's Alpha DaRT technology or any future products or product candidates; (xi) Alpha Tau's exposure to patent infringement lawsuits; (xii) Alpha Tau's ability to comply with the extensive regulations applicable to it; (xiii) the ability to meet Nasdaq's listing standards; (xiv) costs related to being a public company; (xv) changes in applicable laws or regulations; (xix) impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic; and the other important factors discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in Alpha Tau's annual report filed on form 20-F with the SEC on March 28, 2022, and other filings that Alpha Tau may make with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. These and other important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements made in this press release. Any such forward-looking statements represent management's estimates as of the date of this press release. While Alpha Tau may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, except as required by law, it disclaims any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause its views to change. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Alpha Tau's views as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release. Investor Relations Contact IR@alphatau.com Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/733268/Alpha_Tau_Medical_Logo.jpg View original content: SOURCE Alpha Tau Medical	https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2022/06/22/alpha-tau-announces-treatment-first-prostate-cancer-patient-with-alpha-dart/	2022-06-22T20:20:43Z
NEW YORK, April 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for SBFM, NILE, HOOD, MNTS, and NAT. To see how InvestorsObserver's proprietary scoring system rates these stocks, view the InvestorsObserver's PriceWatch Alert by selecting the corresponding link. - SBFM: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=SBFM&prnumber=040820226 - NILE: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=NILE&prnumber=040820226 - HOOD: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=HOOD&prnumber=040820226 - MNTS: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=MNTS&prnumber=040820226 - NAT: https://www.investorsobserver.com/lp/pr-stocks-lp-2/?symbol=NAT&prnumber=040820226 (Note: You may have to copy this link into your browser then press the [ENTER] key.) InvestorsObserver's PriceWatch Alerts are based on our proprietary scoring methodology. Each stock is evaluated based on short-term technical, long-term technical and fundamental factors. Each of those scores is then combined into an overall score that determines a stock's overall suitability for investment. 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.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/04/08/thinking-about-buying-stock-sunshine-biopharma-bitnile-robinhood-markets-momentus-or-nordic-american-tanker/	2022-04-08T17:36:24Z
Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District officials are in discussions on the process to remove school system police chief Pete Arredondo over his role in the response to the Robb Elementary School shooting, two sources close to the process told CNN Tuesday. The discussions follow a heated school board meeting Monday night where parents demanded the board fire Arredondo by today. It is unclear what the direction the process might take, but it may leave Arredondo no choice but to resign, according to the source. CNN has reached out to Arredondo's attorney and has not received a response. Arredondo, who has been the school district police chief since March 2020, was one of the nearly 400 law enforcement officers who responded to the mass shooting in which a gunman entered adjoining classrooms inside the Texas school on May 24 and killed 19 children and two teachers. Officers arrived at the school within minutes but allowed the gunman to remain in the classrooms for 77 minutes until they finally entered and killed him, according to a timeline from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). The lengthy delay contradicted widely taught protocol for active shooter situations that call for police to immediately stop the threat and came even as children inside repeatedly called 911 and begged for help. In a hearing before the Texas Senate last month, DPS Director Col. Steven McCraw called the police response an "abject failure." He placed sole blame for the failure on Arredondo, who officials have identified as the on-scene commander, saying he "decided to place the lives of officers before the lives of children." But Arredondo did not consider himself incident commander, according to a Texas House investigative committee's preliminary report. "My approach and thought was responding as a police officer. And so I didn't title myself," Arredondo said in the investigative report. The report instead placed blame more broadly, saying, "The entirety of law enforcement and its training, preparation, and response shares systemic responsibility for many missed opportunities." It also noted others could have assumed command. Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training "teaches that any law enforcement officer can assume command, that somebody must assume command, and that an incident commander can transfer responsibility as an incident develops," the report said. "That did not happen at Robb Elementary, and the lack of effective incident command is a major factor that caused other vital measures to be left undone." In the wake of sharp criticism, Uvalde school district Superintendent Hal Harrell placed Arredondo on leave from his position as school police chief on June 22. "Because of the lack of clarity that remains and the unknown timing of when I will receive the results of the investigations, I have made the decision to place Chief Arredondo on administrative leave effective on this date," Harrell wrote in the announcement. Arredondo, who has worked in law enforcement for nearly 30 years, has not spoken substantively to the public about his decision-making the day of the massacre, but he told the Texas Tribune in an interview he did not consider himself the on-scene commander. However, at least one of the responding officers expressed the belief that Arredondo was leading the law enforcement response inside the school, telling others, "the chief is in charge," according to the DPS timeline. Arredondo also told the Tribune he did not instruct officers to refrain from breaching the classrooms. Separately, Arredondo resigned his position on the Uvalde City Council in early July, according to a resignation letter he sent to the city. "After much consideration, it is in the best interest of the community to step down as a member of the City Council for District 3 to minimize further distractions," Arredondo said in the letter. "The Mayor, the City Council, and the City Staff must continue to move forward to unite our community, once again." The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2022 Cable News Network, Inc., a WarnerMedia Company. All rights reserved. Recommended for you Scenes from the Major League Baseball All-Star Game's Red Carpet Show on July 19, 2022. Click for more.	https://www.albanyherald.com/news/discussions-are-underway-on-uvalde-school-police-chiefs-removal-sources-say/article_ec1ae6f0-bb34-5502-9854-107afddaec4f.html	2022-07-19T22:58:25Z
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese gets new name Published: Jun. 22, 2022 at 10:22 AM CDT\|Updated: 20 minutes ago (CNN) - Kraft Macaroni & Cheese is rebranding and shortening its name to Kraft Mac & Cheese, the first name change in the product’s 85-year history. Kraft said the change is meant to reflect how fans already refer to the brand. The box is also getting a subtle makeover, with a refreshed logo and a single-hue blue that the company says amplifies the brand’s most recognizable asset: the noodle smile. Kraft said the name and box changes are part of an effort to rebrand the household staple as “comfort food.” The new packaging with the new name hits shelves in August. Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.	https://www.wibw.com/2022/06/22/kraft-macaroni-cheese-gets-new-name/	2022-06-22T15:45:01Z
Residents welcome home World War II pilot’s remains By J.D. Miles Click here for updates on this story QUINLAN, Texas (KTVT) — The remains of Army Pilot Frank Ardith Norris returned to Quinlan on April 22, 2022, 79 years after his bomber was shot down in Eastern Europe during World War 2. Quinlan’s historic downtown prepared this evening for a hero’s welcome. “These small towns, that’s kind of what they do,” said Quinlan resident Brian Spindle. American Flags and signs were a tribute to Frank Ardith Norris. Norris was a native of Quinlan who joined the Army and became a bomber pilot. His plan was shot down over Romania in 1943. Norris was then just 23 years old. His remains were recently exhumed, and DNA testing last year finally allowed his family to bring them home on a flight that landed today at DFW Airport. “When you have family that’s been missing this long, I’m pretty sure that they’re… thankful.” Laura Kennemer is one of dozens of Quinlan residents who were waiting when a procession led by emergency vehicles surrounded the hearse carrying the Norris’s casket to a local funeral home passed through town. “I’ve lived here most of my life and I just want to see people come out and recognize that do we have people that have done a lot for a country and now they’re going to get closer,” said Kennemer. Shonda Smith, another Quinlan resident, said, “It gives me chills just thinking about it.” Herbert Raff was by himself 10 miles up the road and among the first to watch the procession. He’s a Vietnam veteran who was fortunate to come home from that war alive. “I’m out here to honor the gentleman that put more into it than I did, gave more.” Hundreds are expected to attend Norris’s public funeral on April 30th. Please note: This content carries a strict local market embargo. If you share the same market as the contributor of this article, you may not use it on any platform.	https://localnews8.com/cnn-regional/2022/04/23/residents-welcome-home-world-war-ii-pilots-remains/	2022-04-23T21:08:42Z
Guests can look forward to rollout of newly created recipes in partnership with the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute SEATTLE , July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At a press briefing and dinner event in Juneau, Alaska on July 6, Holland America Line debuted three new dishes from Culinary Council Member Chef Ethan Stowell that were developed in alliance with the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI). The evening inaugurated the partnership with a shared commitment to serving sustainably sourced Alaska seafood on all six of Holland America Line's ships that sail to the Great Land. This is the first formal relationship of its kind between ASMI and a major cruise line. ASMI is a public-private partnership between the State of Alaska and the Alaska seafood industry established to foster economic development of the state's renewable natural resource. The event was held at Twisted Fish Co. before moving on board Nieuw Amsterdam for an exclusive dinner in the ship's Pinnacle Grill specialty restaurant. Key attendees included: acclaimed Chef Ethan Stowell; Holland America Line vice president of revenue management and Alaska Travel Industry Association board member Dan Rough; ASMI executive director Jeremy Woodrow; Alaska Sen. Jesse Kiehl; Alaska Rep. Sara Hannan; and Alaska commercial fishing representatives and local leaders to demonstrate the breadth of Alaska's seafood. "We've been sharing the thrill of Alaska with guests for 75 years, longer than any other cruise line. Protecting and enhancing that heritage is a matter of commitment and pride. The Alaska seafood industry's longstanding commitment to wild seafood is very much in line with our own sustainability efforts, as well as our responsibility to the planet and its people," said Rough of Holland America Line. "We're committed to partnering with local businesses and we're proud to be working with Alaska's fishing families." Chef Stowell's new creations will be featured in the Dining Room on all six Holland America Line ships cruising in Alaska this season. Guests can indulge in a fried Alaska cod sandwich with malt vinegar aioli and savoy cabbage slaw; Alaskan salmon chop with cucumber, tomato, avocado, bacon and green beans; and roasted fennel crusted Alaska halibut with artichokes and Taggiasca olives. This is in addition to several Alaska seafood dishes already on menus throughout the ships. Through the partnership, Holland America Line and ASMI will bring guests closer to the riches of Alaska's waters and the stories of the people behind the fish, from harvesters to processors to chefs. This is all part of the line's "Alaska Up Close" initiative to offer guests a 360° experience that only 75 years of experience in the Great Land can deliver. In addition to Stowell's new dishes, future programming will include other new recipes, destination and cooking demonstration videos, and on-board Alaska seafood trivia. "As we continue to increase the awareness of wild and sustainable Alaska seafood, we are excited to work with an Alaska-focused brand like Holland America Line and will be working closely to grow the collaboration," said ASMI's Woodrow. "The first activation with Chef Stowell beautifully incorporates wild Alaska seafood into the menu and will give guests a taste of the unrivaled bounty that only Alaska can offer." Wild Alaska Seafood by the Numbers Contributing to the impact across its six Alaska ships, Holland America Line purchases and serves locally sourced Alaska seafood, including more than 5,000 pounds of wild Alaskan seafood per cruise, comprising: - More than 2,000 pounds of Alaska salmon consumed on each cruise with a different dish offered each evening in restaurants and a salmon bake buffet taking place once during the sailing. - More than 1,000 pounds of Alaska cod are served on each sailing with varied dishes served throughout the ship. - More than 800 pounds of Alaska halibut provisioned for each cruise. Halibut is featured each evening in the Pinnacle Grill specialty restaurant along with other dishes served during the cruise in other restaurants. - More than 500 pounds of Alaska rockfish, 400 pounds of Alaska flounder and 200 pounds of Alaska black cod (also known as sablefish) are consumed during a cruise with multiple dishes on the dinner and lunch menus in various restaurants. - More than 400 pounds of Alaska pollock purchased for each cruise. For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com. Editor's Note: Photos from event are available at https://www.cruiseimagelibrary.com/c/xnpevlg8. Find Holland America Line on Twitter, Facebook and the Holland America Blog. Access all social media outlets via the home page at hollandamerica.com. About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)] Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873 and was the first cruise line to offer adventures to Alaska and the Yukon nearly 75 years ago. Its fleet of premium ships visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world, offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience. A third Pinnacle-class ship, Rotterdam, joined the fleet in July 2021. The leader in premium cruising, Holland America Line's ships feature innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel. The best live music at sea fills each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive selections from Holland America Line's esteemed Culinary Council of world-famous chefs. About Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute The Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) is a partnership between the State of Alaska and the Alaska seafood industry promoting the benefits of wild and sustainable Alaska seafood and offering seafood industry education. The seafood industry is Alaska's largest basic private sector employer with over 60 percent of all wild seafood and 90-95 percent of wild salmon harvested in the U.S. coming from Alaska. In addition to wild salmon, Alaska is known for its crab and whitefish varieties such as Pacific cod, sablefish, halibut, Alaska pollock, sole and rockfish – available fresh or frozen year-round. Alaska is dedicated to sustainable seafood and the only state with a constitution that mandates all seafood be managed under the sustained yield principle. Alaska has taken a leadership role in setting the global standard for precautionary resource management to protect fisheries and surrounding habitats for future generations leading to an ever-replenishing supply of wild seafood for markets worldwide. About Chef Ethan Stowell Stowell is one of seven members of Holland America Line's prestigious Culinary Council, a collection of world-class celebrity chefs who bring their collective experience, passion and creativity to dining venues across the fleet. Stowell brings the unique flavors of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest to ships sailing in the region. Also known for his pasta and Italian dishes, several of Stowell's recipes are featured at the New York Pizza and Lido Market dining venues on all ships. With an impressive roster of highly acclaimed restaurants, Stowell has helped to change the face of the Seattle food scene. He was named one of the Best New Chefs in America by Food & Wine in 2008 and chosen as one of the Best New Chef All-Stars in 2013. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Holland America Line	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/07/07/holland-america-line-introduces-new-chef-ethan-stowell-dishes-dining-room-menu-showcasing-commitment-wild-sustainable-alaska-seafood/	2022-07-07T14:08:03Z
Rubio Rubin approved for switch to Guatemala from US By The Associated Press Real Salt Lake forward Rubio Rubin has been approved by FIFA to switch his national team affiliation to Guatemala from the United States. Guatemala’s governing body made the announcement Tuesday. Rubin, a 26-year-old from Beaverton, Oregon, was selected the U.S. Soccer Federation’s youth male athlete of the year in 2012 and played for American youth national teams. He made his senior national team debut in 2014 and has made seven international appearances, all in exhibitions and none since 2018. Rubin has played for Utrecht (2014-17), Denmark’s Silkeborg (2017), Norway’s Stabaek (2017), Tijuana (2018-20), Dorados (2019-20) and the San Diego Loyal (2002) before joining Salt Lake last year. He has no goals in six matches this season. His mother is from Guatemala and his father is from Mexico. ___ More AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports	https://localnews8.com/news/ap-utah/2022/05/18/rubio-rubin-approved-for-switch-to-guatemala-from-us-2/	2022-05-18T17:01:42Z

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