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NEW YORK, April 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of the securities of Volta Inc. f/k/a Tortoise Acquisition Corp. II (NYSE: VLTA, VLTA-WT, SNPR) between August 2, 2021 and March 28, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 31, 2022.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Volta securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Volta class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=4819 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 31, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Volta had improperly accounted for restricted stock units issued in connection with the Business Combination; (2) Volta had understated its net loss for third quarter 2021; (3) there were material weaknesses in Volta's internal control over financial reporting that resulted in a material error; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Volta would restate its financial statements; (5) Legacy Volta's founders would imminently exit the Company; (6) Volta's financial results would be adversely impacted; and (7) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Volta's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Volta class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=4819 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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Art Rupe, pioneering record executive, dead at 104
NEW YORK (AP) — Music executive Art Rupe, whose Specialty Records was a premier label during the formative years of rock ‘n roll and helped launch the careers of Little Richard, Sam Cooke and many others, has died. He was 104.
Rupe, who was inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame in 2011, died Friday at his home in Santa Barbara, California, according to the Arthur N. Rupe Foundation. The foundation did not release his cause of death.
The Greensburg, Pennsylvania, native was a contemporary of Jerry Wexler, Leonard Chess and other white businessmen-producers who helped bring Black music to a general audience. He founded Specialty in Los Angeles in 1946 and gave early breaks to such artists as Cooke and his gospel group the Soul Stirrers, Little Richard, Lloyd Price, John Lee Hooker and Clifton Chenier.
“Specialty Records’ growth paralleled, and perhaps defined, the evolution of Black popular music, from the ‘race’ music of the 1940s to the rock n’ roll of the 1950s,” music historian Billy Vera wrote in the liner notes to “The Specialty Story,” a five-CD set that came out in 1994.
Rupe’s most lucrative and momentous signing was Little Richard, a rhythm ‘n blues and gospel performer since his teens who had struggled to break through commercially. In a 2011 interview for the Rock Hall archives, Rupe explained that Little Richard (the professional name for the late Macon, Georgia, native Richard Penniman) had learned of Specialty through Price, sent a demo and for months called trying to find out if anyone had listened. He finally demanded to speak to Rupe, who dug out his tape from the reject pile.
“There was something in Little Richard’s voice I liked,” Rupe said. “I don’t know — it was so exaggerated, so over emotional. And I said, ‘Let’s give this guy a chance and maybe we can get him to sing like B.B. King.’”
Initial recording sessions were uninspiring, but during a lunch break at a nearby inn Little Richard sat down at a piano and pounded out a song he had performed during club dates: “Tutti Frutti,” with its immortal opening shout, “A-wop-bop-a-loo-mop-a-wop-bam-boom!”
Released in September 1955 and one of rock n’ roll’s first major hits, “Tutti Frutti” was a manic, but cleaner version of the raunchy original, which featured such rhymes as “Tutti Frutti/good booty.” Rupe noted that Little Richard’s performance was transformed when he accompanied himself on piano.
“Up that up to that point Bumps (producer Robert “Bumps” Blackwell) was having Little Richard just be a vocalist,” Rupe said. “The neck bone connected to the knee bone or something; his voice and his playing sort of gave it a lift.”
Critic Langdon Winner would liken Little Richard’s Specialty recordings to Elvis Presley’s Sun Records sessions as “models of singing and musicianship that have inspired rock musicians ever since.”
Little Richard’s other hits with Specialty included such rock classics as “Long Tall Sally,” “Good Golly Miss Molly” and “Rip it Up” before he abruptly (and temporarily) retired in 1957. Specialty also was home to Price’s “Lawdy Miss Clawdy” (with Fats Domino on piano); Don and Dewey’s “Farmer John”; Larry Williams’ “Dizzy Miss Lizzy,” which the Beatles later covered; and music by such leading gospel acts as Dorothy Love Coates, the Swan Silvertones and the Pilgrim Travelers.
Rupe was known for how little he paid his artists and engaged in an exploitative practice common among label owners in the early rock era: Having performers sign contracts leaving him with much or all of the royalties and publishing rights. Little Richard would sue him in 1959 for back royalties and settled out of court for $11,000.
Around the same time, Rupe grew increasingly frustrated with the “payola” system of bribing broadcasters to get records played and distanced himself from the music business. He sold Specialty to Fantasy Records in the early 1990s, but continued to earn money through oil and gas investments. In recent years, he headed the Art N. Rupe Foundation, which supported education and research to shine “the light of truth on critical and controversial issues.”
Rupe’s survivors include his daughter, Beverly Rupe Schwarz, and granddaughter Madeline Kahan.
He was born Arthur Goldberg, a Jewish factory worker’s son whose passion for Black music began through hearing the singers at a nearby Baptist church. He studied at the University of California, Los Angeles, briefly considered a career in movies and decided on music instead, schooling himself by purchasing “race records” and listening with a metronome and stopwatch. He co-founded Juke Box Records in the mid-1940s, but soon left to start Specialty. He also changed his last name to Rupe, the family’s ancestral name.
Rupe’s discerning taste made him a success, but did cost him at least one major hit. In the mid-1950s, Cooke was anxious to expand his appeal beyond gospel and recorded some pop songs at Specialty, including a ballad that became a standard, “You Send Me.” Rupe found the song bland and was appalled by its white backup singers. He let Cooke and Blackwell, who had become Cooke’s manager, purchase the copyright and release “You Send Me” through RCA.
“I did not think ‘You Send Me’ was that great. I knew it would have a certain intrinsic value because Sam was good. I never dreamed it would be multimillion seller,” said Rupe, who added, sarcastically, “A wonderful stroke of genius on my part.”
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Authorities: 9 hurt in shooting at club in South Carolina.
HAMPTON, S.C. (AP) — Authorities in South Carolina say they are investigating shooting at a club in Hampton County early Sunday that left at least nine people injured. It was the second mass shooting in the state in as many days.
The State Law Enforcement Division said in an email there were no reported fatalities in the Easter morning shooting at the club in Hampton County. No information was immediately available on the severity of the injuries.
The SLED says it was asked to investigate by the Hampton County Sheriff’s Office. Hampton County is roughly 80 miles (about 129 kilometers) west of Charleston.
The shooting comes a day after gunfire erupted at a busy mall in the state capital of Columbia. Nine people were shot and five people were injured while trying to flee the scene at Columbiana Centre, Columbia Police Chief W.H. “Skip” Holbrook said in a news release Saturday. The victims ranged in age from 15 to 73.
The Columbia Police Department announced the arrest of 22-year-old Jewayne M. Price, who was one of three people initially detained by law enforcement as a person of interest in the mall shooting. Price is scheduled to have a bond hearing at 2 p.m. Sunday on charges of unlawful carrying of a pistol. It is not immediately known if Price has an attorney who could speak on his behalf.
Police said the 73-year-old victim continues to receive medical treatment, but the other victims have been released from local hospitals or will be released shortly.
“We don’t believe this was random,” Holbrook said. “We believe they knew each other and something led to the gunfire.”
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Some scientists are saying to leave your shoes outside
Published: Apr. 17, 2022 at 1:01 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) – A lot of us wear our shoes around the house, but you might want to think twice.
Researchers with “360 Dust Analysis” say leaving your shoes on inside the house could bring-in potentially harmful pathogens from outside.
They say shoes can carry microorganisms that are drug-resistant, including hospital-associated infectious germs that are difficult to treat.
Toxic road asphalt residue and lawn-treatment chemicals could also be tracked indoors.
If you aren’t interested in walking around barefoot or in socks indoors, the group says a solution could be to have some “indoor only” shoes that never get worn outside.
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Moving Ever Forward: Stuck container ship in Chesapeake Bay finally refloated
BALTIMORE (AP) — A container ship the length of more than three football fields has finally been pried from the muddy bottom of the Chesapeake Bay more than a month after it ran aground.
After two unsuccessful attempts to dislodge it, and the subsequent removal of roughly 500 of the 5,000 containers it was carrying, the Ever Forward was refloated just before 7 a.m. Sunday by two barges and five tugboats.
A full moon and high spring tide helped provide a lift to the salvage vessels as they pulled and pushed the massive ship from the mud, across a dredged hole and back into the shipping channel.
Once refloated, the Ever Forward was weighed down again by water tanks to ensure safe passage under the Chesapeake Bay Bridge on its way to an anchorage off Annapolis, The Baltimore Sun reported.
Marine inspectors will examine the ship’s hull before the Coast Guard allows it to return to the Port of Baltimore to retrieve the offloaded containers.
The cargo ship, operated by Taiwan-based Evergreen Marine Corp., was traveling from Baltimore to Norfolk, Virginia, on March 13, when it ran aground just north of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Officials have said the grounding did not result in reports of injuries, damage or pollution. The Coast Guard has not said what caused the Ever Forward to run aground.
The ship became stuck outside the shipping channel and did not block marine navigation, unlike last year’s high-profile grounding in the Suez Canal of its sister vessel, the Ever Given. That incident disrupted ship traffic and the global supply chain for days.
Salvage crews continued to offload containers from the Ever Forward until 10:30 p.m. Saturday. The containers were placed onto barges and taken to Baltimore’s Seagirt Marine Terminal.
After two failed efforts to free the more than 1,000-foot vessel, salvage experts determined earlier this month that unloading some of the containers offered the best chance to refloat it. Crews also continued dredging to a depth of 43 feet around the vessel.
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KAPALUA, Maui (KITV4) - Unstable and wet trade wind weather will continue for some windward areas across the state. As the disturbance that brought us flooding conditions Saturday moves away and weakens, we are expecting a slow return to more stable weather conditions.
You can expect to see clearing from north to south across the state with the highest likelihood for heavier rainfall existing for the Big Island today. The good news is the threat for flooding has diminished significantly since yesterday.
Today we expect showers for windward and mauna areas with improving conditions by this afternoon. Leeward sides may see a few scattered showers but sunshine is in the forecast.
Temperatures will rise into the low to mid 80's statewide. Winds are expected out of the ENE from 15 to 25 mph bringing breezy conditions statewide.
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 6pm this evening for the summits of Maunakea and Maunaloa above 12,000' for up to 2" of additional snowfall.
Do you have a story idea? Email news tips to news@kitv.com
Weekend Meteorologist and Maui County correspondent
Malika has been at KITV since July 2020. She graduated from the University of Hawaii and attended Mississippi State University for her certification in Broadcast Meteorology. Malika started her career in the Hawaii news industry in 2007.
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Church members share their favorite Easter traditions
PINEVILLE, W.Va. (WVVA) - Whether it’s an Easter Egg hunt, going to Church on Sunday, wearing your favorite Easter dress, or even coloring eggs. Easter seems to have a lot of traditions.
“Well my grandmother always wore a hat to church and so I normally don’t wear a hat on every Sunday, but on Easter Sunday many times I’ll wear a hat just in remembrance of her hats.”, said Kristi Cook of Memorial Baptist Church.
Many churches have traditions as well, Pam Cook of Pineville Southern Baptist has organized the Crosswalk for decades. This year a group of 15 from Pineville Southern Baptist Church, Oak Hill and Mullens carried out their 26th Crosswalk on Good Friday.
“The event commemorates the crucifixion of Christ as a sacrifice for sin. Each participant looks forward to continuing the tradition next year,” said Cook
Cook memorial Baptist Church has their set of traditions as well.
“Well here at Cook Memorial what we do every Easter is we start the day with a sunrise service at 7 a.m. and then our men cook us a wonderful breakfast and then we have Sunday school just as normal and when we have our worship service at 10:55 and then after worship service we always hunt eggs, we throw those eggs out there for the little ones to find and they are always so exciting and that’s fun to watch,” said Peni Adams of Memorial Baptist Church.
According to Country Living there are at least 32 traditions for Easter. 32 Classic Easter Traditions to Know - Ways to Celebrate Easter (countryliving.com)
Happy Easter from the WVVA News Team.
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Colorado deputy uses his police vehicle to stop wrong-way driver on highway
ADAMS COUNTY, Colo. (Gray News) – An officer in Colorado is being praised for his quick thinking after he stopped a wrong-way driver using his own police vehicle.
The Adams County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post they received a request for assistance from the Colorado State Patrol late Monday night for a wrong way driver on I-70. The department said the driver was driving westbound in the eastbound lanes at highway speeds.
Deputies headed to the location and were able to stop eastbound traffic to avoid any possible head on collisions.
They said over a dozen vehicles stopped in the eastbound lanes as the wrong-way driver drew near.
A deputy with the department put himself and his vehicle in harm’s way ahead of the vehicles and allowed himself to be hit by the wrong-way driver to save the others.
Police say the impact pushed both of the vehicles over 140 feet and into the front of a semi-truck stopped at the scene.
Despite the heavy impact, authorities said neither the deputy nor the person in the wrong-way vehicle, identified as an 83-year-old man, suffered any major injuries. They were both treated by medical teams as a precaution.
The sheriff’s office said there is “no doubt” that the deputy’s bravery and quick action saved multiple lives.
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Rain moves in tonight after a beautiful Easter Sunday.
Gusty winds will also make a return.
Hope everyone is having a great holiday! We will continue to see temperatures hold steady in the upper 50s throughout the rest of the daylight hours. Temperatures will begin to drop overnight as rain moves in. The rain will begin in areas to our south just before midnight and will continue until sunrise.
Temperatures will be much colder tomorrow than they were today. Most of us will be in the mid-30s as we wake up, and will reach the mid-40s by the late afternoon. Rain will continue to stick around for most of the day, The heaviest of the rain is expected in the morning shortly before lunchtime. There is the possibility of a wintery mix in our upper elevations so the roads could get slick.
Relief is on the way though. As we head into the middle of the week things will dry up and we’ll see temperatures in the upper-70s!
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Two teens praised for rescuing driver trapped in burning vehicle
NELSON, N.H. (WMUR) – Teen brothers Vincent and Jake Heck were traveling with their family from Hillsborough to Maryland to enjoy the holiday weekend.
They left bright and early Friday morning and when passing through Nelson, New Hampshire, they witnessed a pickup truck swerve off of Route 9 and crash into a large rock.
“I immediately told my mom to pull over and before she even stopped the vehicle I jumped right out and ran over,” Vincent Heck said.
Vincent Heck, 19, rushed to the driver’s side door where he found a man unconscious.
Jake Heck, 16, checked the back of the truck for any passengers before helping his brother carry the man away from the smoking truck.
“The car, literally 5 to 10 seconds after I got him out, the car went all up in flames,” Vincent Heck said.
The teens then carried the man further away from the burning vehicle and used CPR techniques to open his airways so he could breathe better before paramedics arrived.
“By the time I got there, the vehicle was fully engulfed and if that individual was still in there, that individual would never have survived the incident,” Nelson Fire Chief Joseph Sarcione said.
Melissa Heck, the mother of the teens, said she is very proud of their actions.
“They did a great job and worked very good as a team,” she said. “It’s nice to see that.”
Praise for the teens has poured in from fire and police departments across the state, but the brothers don’t consider their own actions to be heroic.
“I consider my brother a hero,” Jack Heck said. “I did what I could do. If it wasn’t for my brother getting him out of that car, he would not have survived. I was not fast enough to get him out of the car.”
“I just think I was doing what any normal human being would do,” Vincent Heck said. “I just hope somebody would do the same for me.”
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| 2022-04-18T01:02:42Z
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Tesla stockholders ask judge to silence Elon Musk in fraud case
DETROIT (AP) — A group of Tesla shareholders suing CEO Elon Musk over some 2018 tweets about taking the company private is asking a federal judge to order Musk to stop commenting on the case.
Lawyers for stockholders of the Austin, Texas-based company also say in court documents that the judge in the case has ruled that Musk’s tweets about having “funding secured” to take Tesla private were false, and that his comments also violate a 2018 court settlement with U.S. securities regulators in which Musk and Tesla each agreed to pay $20 million fines.
Musk, during an interview Thursday at the TED 2022 conference, said he had the funding to take Tesla private in 2018. He called the Securities and Exchange Commission a profane name and said he only settled because bankers told him they would stop providing capital if he didn’t, and Tesla would go bankrupt.
The interview and court action came just days after Musk, the world’s richest person, made a controversial offer to take over Twitter and turn it into a private company with a $43 billion offer that equals $54.20 per share. Twitter’s board on Friday adopted a “poison pill” strategy that would make it prohibitively expensive for Musk to buy the shares.
In court documents filed Friday, lawyers for the Tesla shareholders alleged that Musk is trying to influence potential jurors in the lawsuit. They contend that Musk’s 2018 tweets about having the money to take Tesla private at $420 per share were written to maniuplate the stock price, costing shareholders money.
Now, lawyers say Musk is campaigning to influence possible jurors as the case gets closer to trial.
“Musk’s comments risk confusing potential jurors with the false narrative that he did not knowingly make misrepresentations with his Aug. 7, 2018 tweets,” the lawyers wrote. “His present statements on that issue, an unsubtle attempt to absolve himself in the court of public opinion, will only have a predjudicial influence on a jury.”
The lawyers asked Judge Edward M. Chen in San Francisco to restrain Musk from making further public comments on the issue until after the trial. Chen gave Musk’s lawyers until Wednesday to respond.
Alex Spiro, a lawyer representing Musk, wrote in an email Sunday that the plaintiffs’ lawyers are seeking a big payout. “Nothing will ever change the truth, which is that Elon Musk was considering taking Tesla private and could have,” he wrote. “All that’s left some half-decade later is random plaintiffs lawyers trying to make a buck and others trying to block that truth from coming to light, all to the detriment of free speech.”
But the shareholders’ lawyers wrote that Chen already ruled that Musk’s tweets were false and misleading, and “that no reasonable juror could conclude otherwise.”
Judge Chen’s order, issued April 1, was not in the public court file as of Sunday. Adam Apton, a lawyer for the shareholders, said it was sealed because it has evidence that Musk and Tesla say is confidential. It will stay sealed until the parties agree if anything should remain sealed, he wrote in an email. “Our motion for TRO (temporary restraining order) accurately desribes the issues decided by the court,” Apton wrote.
After Musk’s 2018 tweets, the SEC filed a complaint against him alleging securities law violations. Musk then agreed to the fine and signed the court agreement. Part of the agreement says that Musk “will not take any action or make or permit to be made any public statement denying, directly or indirectly, any allegation in the complaint or creating the impression that the complaint is without factual basis.”
If Musk violates the agreement, the SEC may ask the court to scrap it and restore the securities fraud complaint, the agreement says. A message was left Sunday seeking comment from the SEC.
Spiro, on behalf of Musk, already has asked a Manhattan federal court to throw out the agreement. He contends the SEC is using the pact and “near limitless resources” to chill Musk’s speech. Court documents filed by Spiro say Musk signed the agreement when Tesla was a less mature company and SEC action jeopardized its financing.
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| 2022-04-18T01:24:19Z
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ROCK SPRINGS – Everyone is encouraged to wear denim on Wednesday, April 27 to bring about justice and support to the victims of sexual assault.
Denim Day began in 1999 as a result of an Italian court overturning a rapist’s sentence.
In 1992, an 18-year-old girl was raped by her driving instructor. He threatened to kill her if she told anyone but later that day, she had the courage to tell her parents about the assault. He was arrested and prosecuted.
Soon, he appealed his case and became a free man. The court had agreed to his claim that the victim was wearing tight jeans and they couldn’t have been taken off without her help.
Protests took place and the Italian women showed up to work wearing denim jeans.
American feminist Patricia Giggans was inspired by these events and named the last Wednesday of every April as Denim Day.
According to Melinda Bass, Executive Director of YWCA of Sweetwater County, it is difficult for victims to discuss the assault and as a result of this, sexual assault perpetrators are not sentenced for the crime.
“It’s a hard crime to prosecute,” said Bass. “To report it, the victim would have to tell the story a half dozen to a dozen times to quite a few people like the police, the nurses and the prosecutor.
“Just knowing you have to explain this then to get questioned in court can be traumatic.”
To make matters worse, she said, survivors and victims are worried that the blame would be on them.
Bass pointed out that communication is important for two people to have in an intimate relationship.
“It’s a matter of consent,” she said. “So many problems could be avoided if they just ask. Some people think it will ruin the mood if they talk about it but seriously, it doesn’t have to be awkward.”
If one pays attention, body language can say a lot.
“Some people think they will be harassed for saying something but if you notice the body language, then be respectful and just ask.”
Questions such as “Should I keep going?” or “Do you want me to do this?” will keep the situation from getting out of control.
“The best thing to do is ask,” she urged.
Silence is not consent. When someone is drunk, high or asleep, they cannot consent.
In “Missoula - Rape and the Justice System in a College Town, a young woman was assaulted by a friend while she was sleeping. She had known the perpetrator since childhood.
Acquaintance rape is the most underreported crime in America. Not only does the victim have physical trauma, they suffer from psychological damage too.
The author reveals the experiences of several sexual assault victims in Missoula. The book goes into detail about their fear and self-doubt in the aftermath and the way they were treated by the police, prosecutors and defense attorneys.
“Denim Day is about standing by the survivors and believing the survivors,” Bass pointed out. “Everyone can certainly wear jeans.”
She added, “We hope more businesses will join in on the Denim Day project too.”
Bass mentioned that those who cannot participate in Run with the Badges can wear jeans and use #DenimDay on social media to show support for survivors.
“Not only do we need to believe the victims, but we also need to keep believing them.”
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Wyoming gospel-folk band Greasewood Redemption played their version of "Amazing Grace" during the ribbon-cutting for Inside Connection on Saturday before Easter.
Executive Director Kimi Seymour cuts the ribbon during Inside Connection's grand opening at 731 C St., Building B on Saturday, April 16.
Rocket Miner Photo by Trina Brittain
Wyoming gospel-folk band Greasewood Redemption played their version of "Amazing Grace" during the ribbon-cutting for Inside Connection on Saturday before Easter.
ROCK SPRINGS – Those who are facing an unexpected pregnancy can receive emotional and spiritual guidance at Inside Connection., 731 C St., Building B in Rock Springs.
The Rock Springs Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the non-profit, faith-based organization on Saturday, April 16, the day before Easter.
The southwest Wyoming gospel-folk band, Greasewood Redemption put a new twist to “Amazing Grace” after the invocation. Band members include Andrew Kneeland, Caleb Kneeland, Aaron Folks, Preston Ackerman, Colton Yeager and Dayna Yeager.
WyoWifey catered the event with a variety of charcuterie boards.
Inside Connection Executive Director Kimi Seymour described the organization’s objective before she cut the ribbon.
“We want to show our clients that there are options,” said Seymour. “We’re still here to provide love and that there’s always mercy and grace for them.”
Seymour revealed that the services they provide are free including pre-pregnancy testing, free limited OB ultrasounds and abortion-reversal pills. They are also planning to start pre-natal diagnosis, post-abortion support and miscarriage support.
“We want our community to know we’re here for them,” she pointed out. “This is the perfect weekend to celebrate hope and life.”
Those who attended the ribbon-cutting had the opportunity to tour the office.
“We’re excited about what the Lord is doing,” Seymour expressed. “It could only be done through Him.
“And to be in this historic building is just amazing!”
The building was a home for nursing students at the Miner’s Hospital next door. Several Sweetwater County residents were trained in this facility as far back as the 1930s.
Seymour noted that there are 1,400 pregnancy resource centers nationwide.
“When I first started as a nursing manager here, I didn’t realize there were so many pregnancy resource centers nationally and internationally,” she mentioned.
According to Seymour, 80 percent of women who are undecided will choose life after an ultrasound.
“If they still feel they can’t go through the pregnancy, we will still be here for them regardless, just like God is,” she shared. “God will be there no matter what your choices are.”
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The Board of Water Supply is still urging O'ahu residents, businesses and government agencies to reduce their water use by 10% as a result of the Red Hill water contamination crisis. Though it told KITV4 on Sunday there hasn't been a change to the call to save water, there is concern as we head into the dry summer months.
"We're in a crisis situation. Our water supply is threatened." That's Ernie Lau, the Board of Water Supply's Manager and Chief Engineer, in a public service announcement requesting everyone on Oahu to do their part to save water. For over five weeks, since March 10, the BWS has been sounding the alarm, warning about a decrease in rainfall and the current strain on our water system to meet demand, and asking people to voluntarily conserve water.
"If everyone pitched in, if we came together as a community and did that, those little things- we'd be in a much better position. Then we don't have to resort to mandatory restrictions," adds Bryan Andaya, chair of BWS' board of directors, with simple suggestions to cut down water use.
It can be as simple as turning off the faucet when brushing your teeth. "Just using a cup would reduce a lot. Or if you wash dishes manually, washing a whole bunch at a time and rinsing instead of leaving it to run," he continues.
Other water conservation tips include watering your lawn less, and when you do, not in the heat of the day. Install water efficient features, and take shorter showers. "So the demand doesn't go through the roof, especially during the summer, which is really a concern," he says.
Andaya says the average household uses 6,000 gallons a month. He says residents and businesses can get receive personalized WaterSmart reports to see how much water they're using. His hope is that if we as a community can conserve aquifer storage for summer demand, there's no need to enforce mandatory cutbacks.
Andaya also wants to reassure the community, "We're doing all we can, past conserving water, to make sure we have enough water to support the island, including any planned development." He says BWS is working to create water sources, including getting some pumps under maintenance up and running.
Do you have a story idea? Email news tips to news@kitv.com
Diane is KITV4’s weekend evening anchor and weekday reporter. She hosts the Aging Well series on Tuesday evenings at 5, 6, and 10 p.m. She is a mother, a cat owner, and a yogi.
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A sick dolphin stranded on a Texas beach died after beachgoers reportedly tried to push it back into the water so they could swim with it and ride on top of it, the non-profit Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network says.
"She was ultimately stranded and was further harassed by a crowd of people on the beach where she later died before rescuers could arrive on scene," the network wrote in a post on Facebook.
Quintana Beach County Park officials said the animal became stranded on the shore south of Houston on Sunday evening. According to Brazoria County, park staff were called to keep the public away from the dolphin, but it died before rescuers could arrive from Galveston.
"By then the perpetrators were long [gone] and the animal was dead," Quintana Beach County Park officials said, calling the event "a tragedy."
The dolphin was taken for a necropsy, a non-human autopsy, to see why it had become stranded, the county said.
The non-profit marine mammal group says people should not swim or interact with a stranded dolphin or whale, nor should they try to push them back to sea. Marine Mammal Protection Act regulations prohibit feeding and harassing marine mammals in the wild. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which works with the Texas nonprofit, says to stay at least 50 yards away from such creatures.
NOAA officials said they were aware of the dolphin's death and are seeking information about it.
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Art Rupe, pioneering record executive, dead at 104
NEW YORK (AP) — Music executive Art Rupe, whose Specialty Records was a premier label during the formative years of rock ‘n roll and helped launch the careers of Little Richard, Sam Cooke and many others, has died. He was 104.
Rupe, who was inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame in 2011, died Friday at his home in Santa Barbara, California, according to the Arthur N. Rupe Foundation. The foundation did not release his cause of death.
The Greensburg, Pennsylvania, native was a contemporary of Jerry Wexler, Leonard Chess and other white businessmen-producers who helped bring Black music to a general audience. He founded Specialty in Los Angeles in 1946 and gave early breaks to such artists as Cooke and his gospel group the Soul Stirrers, Little Richard, Lloyd Price, John Lee Hooker and Clifton Chenier.
“Specialty Records’ growth paralleled, and perhaps defined, the evolution of Black popular music, from the ‘race’ music of the 1940s to the rock n’ roll of the 1950s,” music historian Billy Vera wrote in the liner notes to “The Specialty Story,” a five-CD set that came out in 1994.
Rupe’s most lucrative and momentous signing was Little Richard, a rhythm ‘n blues and gospel performer since his teens who had struggled to break through commercially. In a 2011 interview for the Rock Hall archives, Rupe explained that Little Richard (the professional name for the late Macon, Georgia, native Richard Penniman) had learned of Specialty through Price, sent a demo and for months called trying to find out if anyone had listened. He finally demanded to speak to Rupe, who dug out his tape from the reject pile.
“There was something in Little Richard’s voice I liked,” Rupe said. “I don’t know — it was so exaggerated, so over emotional. And I said, ‘Let’s give this guy a chance and maybe we can get him to sing like B.B. King.’”
Initial recording sessions were uninspiring, but during a lunch break at a nearby inn Little Richard sat down at a piano and pounded out a song he had performed during club dates: “Tutti Frutti,” with its immortal opening shout, “A-wop-bop-a-loo-mop-a-wop-bam-boom!”
Released in September 1955 and one of rock n’ roll’s first major hits, “Tutti Frutti” was a manic, but cleaner version of the raunchy original, which featured such rhymes as “Tutti Frutti/good booty.” Rupe noted that Little Richard’s performance was transformed when he accompanied himself on piano.
“Up that up to that point Bumps (producer Robert “Bumps” Blackwell) was having Little Richard just be a vocalist,” Rupe said. “The neck bone connected to the knee bone or something; his voice and his playing sort of gave it a lift.”
Critic Langdon Winner would liken Little Richard’s Specialty recordings to Elvis Presley’s Sun Records sessions as “models of singing and musicianship that have inspired rock musicians ever since.”
Little Richard’s other hits with Specialty included such rock classics as “Long Tall Sally,” “Good Golly Miss Molly” and “Rip it Up” before he abruptly (and temporarily) retired in 1957. Specialty also was home to Price’s “Lawdy Miss Clawdy” (with Fats Domino on piano); Don and Dewey’s “Farmer John”; Larry Williams’ “Dizzy Miss Lizzy,” which the Beatles later covered; and music by such leading gospel acts as Dorothy Love Coates, the Swan Silvertones and the Pilgrim Travelers.
Rupe was known for how little he paid his artists and engaged in an exploitative practice common among label owners in the early rock era: Having performers sign contracts leaving him with much or all of the royalties and publishing rights. Little Richard would sue him in 1959 for back royalties and settled out of court for $11,000.
Around the same time, Rupe grew increasingly frustrated with the “payola” system of bribing broadcasters to get records played and distanced himself from the music business. He sold Specialty to Fantasy Records in the early 1990s, but continued to earn money through oil and gas investments. In recent years, he headed the Art N. Rupe Foundation, which supported education and research to shine “the light of truth on critical and controversial issues.”
Rupe’s survivors include his daughter, Beverly Rupe Schwarz, and granddaughter Madeline Kahan.
He was born Arthur Goldberg, a Jewish factory worker’s son whose passion for Black music began through hearing the singers at a nearby Baptist church. He studied at the University of California, Los Angeles, briefly considered a career in movies and decided on music instead, schooling himself by purchasing “race records” and listening with a metronome and stopwatch. He co-founded Juke Box Records in the mid-1940s, but soon left to start Specialty. He also changed his last name to Rupe, the family’s ancestral name.
Rupe’s discerning taste made him a success, but did cost him at least one major hit. In the mid-1950s, Cooke was anxious to expand his appeal beyond gospel and recorded some pop songs at Specialty, including a ballad that became a standard, “You Send Me.” Rupe found the song bland and was appalled by its white backup singers. He let Cooke and Blackwell, who had become Cooke’s manager, purchase the copyright and release “You Send Me” through RCA.
“I did not think ‘You Send Me’ was that great. I knew it would have a certain intrinsic value because Sam was good. I never dreamed it would be multimillion seller,” said Rupe, who added, sarcastically, “A wonderful stroke of genius on my part.”
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Colorado deputy uses his police vehicle to stop wrong-way driver on highway
ADAMS COUNTY, Colo. (Gray News) – An officer in Colorado is being praised for his quick thinking after he stopped a wrong-way driver using his own police vehicle.
The Adams County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post they received a request for assistance from the Colorado State Patrol late Monday night for a wrong way driver on I-70. The department said the driver was driving westbound in the eastbound lanes at highway speeds.
Deputies headed to the location and were able to stop eastbound traffic to avoid any possible head on collisions.
They said over a dozen vehicles stopped in the eastbound lanes as the wrong-way driver drew near.
A deputy with the department put himself and his vehicle in harm’s way ahead of the vehicles and allowed himself to be hit by the wrong-way driver to save the others.
Police say the impact pushed both of the vehicles over 140 feet and into the front of a semi-truck stopped at the scene.
Despite the heavy impact, authorities said neither the deputy nor the person in the wrong-way vehicle, identified as an 83-year-old man, suffered any major injuries. They were both treated by medical teams as a precaution.
The sheriff’s office said there is “no doubt” that the deputy’s bravery and quick action saved multiple lives.
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Downtown Harrisonburg Shop and Hop
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Many families started their Easter festivities early this year at the Downtown “Shop and Hop” in Harrisonburg Saturday.
Kids went door to door collecting Easter eggs with toys and candy from 15 participating small businesses.
“Oasis does a lot of community outreach, loves to be a part of anything that happens downtown, so this was a natural for us,” Barbara Camph, Secretary to the Board said.
Families got in on the fun while checking out some storefronts they may not usually frequent.
”We have a few that take time to look in that have at least broken the barrier of looking in and seeing what’s here so you know that’s always a plus,” Sarah Locke, an employee at Oasis said.
This event created foot traffic for shops during the holiday weekend, which Barbara Camph believes had much to do with the nearly perfect weather on Saturday.
On top of the nice weather, the Shop and Hop event offered live animals, like a bunny and baby chicks to pet, an Easter bunny that was hopping around downtown, and the most popular of all, the balloon artist.
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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY Monday
Wintry weather makes a return
SUNDAY (Easter): Increasing clouds going through the evening and overnight and cold with overnight lows in the low to mid 30s. A few isolated areas may get down to freezing. Our next system will arrive very late overnight with rain and snow showers arriving around 5/6 am.
MONDAY: FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY - High pressure to the northeast will lock cold air into our area. This combined with low pressure to our south will bring all forms of precipitation: rain, snow, freezing rain and sleet depending on where you are located.
Feeling cold in the morning with temperatures in the 30s. Precipitation will be underway by sunrise, causing a trickier morning commute. For the Valley, precipitation will be a wintry mix of snow, sleet, and rain to start out. Generally areas above 2,000 feet and other spots in West Virginia, and western Rockingham and Augusta counties starting out with snow with some freezing rain but snow will be the main impact. Any snow that falls will likely not stick in the Valley but all other areas should begin to see some accumulation mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces. Mountain roads will likely be very slick with slush on the pavement. Travel will be very treacherous in these locations.
Precipitation stays steady throughout the day as temperatures very slowly climb through the 30s. With temperatures a touch warmer in the late afternoon, most places will see snow or wintry mix change to a cold rain. Snow will linger across the Allegheny Mountains and Blue Ridge. Temperatures by the early evening in the upper 30s to low 40s.
Precipitation departing by around 9/10 pm as we begin to clear. Feeling cold with temperatures in the 30s. Just a few clouds sticking around for the night with temperatures falling into the low to mid 30s. Winds should prevent another frost for most. Upslope snow showers for the Alleghenies throughout the night.
In terms of snowfall, the Allegheny Mountains and Blue Ridge will end up with 2-4 inches when all said and done. A trace of snow to 2 inches is anticipated in the rest of our West Virginia locations, western Rockingham County such as Rawley Springs, Bergton, and Fulks Run and western Augusta County like Craigsville, Deerfield, and the town of West Augusta.
TUESDAY: Some clouds for the morning with some sunshine and temperatures chilly, rising into the 40s. Wind begins to pick up by the late morning and stays around for the entire day. Feeling chilly during the day with highs in the upper 40s to around 50 with a mix of sun and clouds. Winds out of the west-northwest at 10-25 mph, gusting up to 30-45 mph at times. Upslope snow showers continuing throughout the day across the Allegheny Mountains.
Skies clearing for the evening as wind subsides after sunset. Chilly for the evening with temperatures falling into the 40s. Maybe a cloud or two overnight but generally staying clear. This combined with very light winds will allow for a widespread freeze overnight. Overnight lows in the upper 20s to low 30s.
WEDNESDAY: Plenty of sunshine with a few clouds to start the day and chilly with temperatures rising into the 40s. Adding some clouds throughout the day with sunshine and pleasant with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. More clouds arriving for the night and chilly with overnight lows in the upper 30s to low 40s.
THURSDAY: Plenty of clouds in the morning and pleasant with temperatures rising into the 50s. More clouds than sun throughout the day and warming up with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. Some clouds around for the night and cool with lows in the mid to upper 40s.
FRIDAY: Some clouds for the morning and mild with temperatures quickly rising into the 60s. A mix of sun and clouds during the afternoon and warm with highs in the mid to upper 70s! A beautiful spring day! A fair amount of clouds for the night and pleasant with overnight lows in the upper 40s to low 50s.
SATURDAY: A mix of sun and clouds to start the day and turning mild with temperatures rising into the 60s. Scattered clouds with plenty of sunshine in the afternoon and very warm with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s! A few clouds overnight and pleasant with lows in the low to mid 50s.
As always, you can get the latest updates by downloading and checking the WHSV Weather App.
**A reminder that spring wildfire season is underway for both Virginia and West Virginia. No outdoor burning before 4pm in Virginia until April 30th. No outdoor burning in West Virginia before 5pm through May 31.**
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Harrisonburg church back to normal Easter Sunday service amid the pandemic
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - In 2020, First Presbyterian Church in Harrisonburg had its Easter Sunday service virtually, as the pandemic had just taken off and the world began to shut down.
In 2021, the church gathered again for Easter Sunday, but in their parking lot with lawn chairs socially distanced as COVID numbers were still on the rise.
This Easter, the church was back to having service in the sanctuary.
“This year we’re pretty close to normal, and as my music director said, we’re ready to make some noise to shout the good news to the world,” Jon Heeringa, senior pastor at First Presbyterian Church said.
First Presbyterian Church got creative in the new way they would bring people together.
“The Bible talks about that its really important for Christians to gather, to come together,” Heeringa said.
And come together they did, online, in the parking lot, and now back in their pews.
“It makes coming back together and seeing faces in person and hearing their voices it’s just richer,” Heeringa said.
Pastor Jon Heeringa said the church learned a lot throughout the pandemic that helped them grow, both in numbers of their congregation and technologically.
“We’ve experienced what it’s ... to not be able to do things as normal but to come back close to normal or even better than normal and be able to have our homebound people able to see not with a tape delay but live because were streaming,” Heeringa said.
The hardships First Presbyterian Church, along with countless others have faced over the past two years, have brought to life an important Easter message.
“Hardship makes good times even better, and I think that’s part of the message of the resurrection, that suffering and death aren’t the final word, and there’s life on the other side. We’ve had that hope the whole time, and this is a chance to live that out,” Heeringa said.
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JMU baseball falls in final game against Northeastern
Published: Apr. 17, 2022 at 7:37 PM EDT|Updated: 4 hours ago
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - James Madison won the weekend series but dropped the final game against Northeastern 4-1.
The Dukes fall to 19-16 and 6-6 in conference play. Sophomore Ryan Murphy had an impressive afternoon on the mound, throwing a career-high seven innings and only allowing one run and two hits while striking out two. Redshirt junior Trevon Dabney led the Dukes at bat, going 1-for-3 with a triple and an RBI.
James Madison is back in action on Tuesday as the Dukes face Richmond at Veterans Memorial Park.
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Moving Ever Forward: Stuck container ship in Chesapeake Bay finally refloated
BALTIMORE (AP) — A container ship the length of more than three football fields has finally been pried from the muddy bottom of the Chesapeake Bay more than a month after it ran aground.
After two unsuccessful attempts to dislodge it, and the subsequent removal of roughly 500 of the 5,000 containers it was carrying, the Ever Forward was refloated just before 7 a.m. Sunday by two barges and five tugboats.
A full moon and high spring tide helped provide a lift to the salvage vessels as they pulled and pushed the massive ship from the mud, across a dredged hole and back into the shipping channel.
Once refloated, the Ever Forward was weighed down again by water tanks to ensure safe passage under the Chesapeake Bay Bridge on its way to an anchorage off Annapolis, The Baltimore Sun reported.
Marine inspectors will examine the ship’s hull before the Coast Guard allows it to return to the Port of Baltimore to retrieve the offloaded containers.
The cargo ship, operated by Taiwan-based Evergreen Marine Corp., was traveling from Baltimore to Norfolk, Virginia, on March 13, when it ran aground just north of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Officials have said the grounding did not result in reports of injuries, damage or pollution. The Coast Guard has not said what caused the Ever Forward to run aground.
The ship became stuck outside the shipping channel and did not block marine navigation, unlike last year’s high-profile grounding in the Suez Canal of its sister vessel, the Ever Given. That incident disrupted ship traffic and the global supply chain for days.
Salvage crews continued to offload containers from the Ever Forward until 10:30 p.m. Saturday. The containers were placed onto barges and taken to Baltimore’s Seagirt Marine Terminal.
After two failed efforts to free the more than 1,000-foot vessel, salvage experts determined earlier this month that unloading some of the containers offered the best chance to refloat it. Crews also continued dredging to a depth of 43 feet around the vessel.
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State police searching for ‘armed and dangerous’ mental hospital escapee
JAMES CITY COUNTY, Va. (WWBT) - State police are seeking the public’s help in finding two men that escaped from a mental institution on Easter Sunday.
Eastern State Hospital requested the state police’s help to investigate and search for two patients that escaped the facility according to Sgt. Michelle Anaya.
29-year-old Bryant Marcus Wilkerson and 31-year-old Austin Preston Leigh are both convicted felons with outstanding warrants.
Wilkerson is wanted on a felony probation violation and a warrant was also taken out for escaping a mental facility.
Leigh has outstanding drug-related warrants out of Chesapeake City, and for escaping a mental facility.
Sgt. Ayana says Wilkerson is considered to be armed and dangerous.
At approximately 5:45 p.m. Leigh was taken into custody by Chesapeake Police Department. According to police, Leigh says he did not know Wilkerson or where he is.
Leigh is currently being held at Chesapeake City Jail without bond.
Anyone with information on Wilkerson, or who knows his whereabouts is asked to contact the Virginia State Police at 757-424-6800, #77, or email at questions@vsp.virginia.gov.
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Two teens praised for rescuing driver trapped in burning vehicle
NELSON, N.H. (WMUR) – Teen brothers Vincent and Jake Heck were traveling with their family from Hillsborough to Maryland to enjoy the holiday weekend.
They left bright and early Friday morning and when passing through Nelson, New Hampshire, they witnessed a pickup truck swerve off of Route 9 and crash into a large rock.
“I immediately told my mom to pull over and before she even stopped the vehicle I jumped right out and ran over,” Vincent Heck said.
Vincent Heck, 19, rushed to the driver’s side door where he found a man unconscious.
Jake Heck, 16, checked the back of the truck for any passengers before helping his brother carry the man away from the smoking truck.
“The car, literally 5 to 10 seconds after I got him out, the car went all up in flames,” Vincent Heck said.
The teens then carried the man further away from the burning vehicle and used CPR techniques to open his airways so he could breathe better before paramedics arrived.
“By the time I got there, the vehicle was fully engulfed and if that individual was still in there, that individual would never have survived the incident,” Nelson Fire Chief Joseph Sarcione said.
Melissa Heck, the mother of the teens, said she is very proud of their actions.
“They did a great job and worked very good as a team,” she said. “It’s nice to see that.”
Praise for the teens has poured in from fire and police departments across the state, but the brothers don’t consider their own actions to be heroic.
“I consider my brother a hero,” Jack Heck said. “I did what I could do. If it wasn’t for my brother getting him out of that car, he would not have survived. I was not fast enough to get him out of the car.”
“I just think I was doing what any normal human being would do,” Vincent Heck said. “I just hope somebody would do the same for me.”
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Body of unidentified boy found in southern Indiana woods
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ind. (AP) - Authorities in Indiana said they were investigating the death of a young boy whose body was found in a wooded area in the southern end of the state.
Indiana State Police Sgt. Cary Huls said on Sunday that the body of the boy, believed to be between 5 and 8 years old, was found Saturday night in Washington County by a person who was mushroom hunting in the area.
Huls said the agency does not know the name of the boy, saying the body is that of a Black boy who is 4 feet tall, has a slim build and has short hair.
Huls declined to give any details, such as the possible cause of death or what the boy was wearing when his body was found in what he described as a “heavily wooded” area not far from a roadway. He did say it appeared the child died within the last week.
He also appealed to the public to provide any information about the boy, saying somebody knows who the child was or knows the names of his parents or guardians.
“There’s somebody at a Easter table this weekend that maybe has somebody that’s not there and were expecting to come,” Huls said. “There’s family members, friends, somebody from school perhaps, that knows maybe there was issues, that thinks this could possibly be that child.”
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Car crashes into side of 7-Eleven in McGaheysville
Published: Apr. 17, 2022 at 10:48 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hours ago
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - A car crashed into the side of the 7-Eleven along Spotswood Trail in McGaheysville Sunday night.
There were no injuries reported, but there was some damage to the left side of the building.
This is a developing story. Check back here for any updates.
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Charlottesville listed as next great food city
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Charlottesville is featured in the May issue of Food and Wine Magazine as one of America’s next great food cities.
The magazine selected 11 smaller cities for outstanding food and drink scenes. In Charlottesville, the article mentioned the Wool Factory as one of the many unique places to try.
“The chef’s can play off the creativity of the purveyors, and they can. There’s just this amazing kind of melting pot of hard work and creativity and that shows up on the plates and in the glasses for our guests,” said Dan Fitzhenry, COO of the Wool Factory.
The magazine also highlights the Dairy Market, Angelic’s Kitchen, and Luce to name a few.
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Crash closes part of Route 340 in Rockingham County
Published: Apr. 17, 2022 at 10:10 PM EDT|Updated: 2 hours ago
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Part of route 340 is closed due to a crash that happened around 8 p.m. Sunday.
It happened in the area of the 9000 block of South Eastside Highway in Elkton, about 4 miles north of Route 253.
VDOT is reporting both lanes are closed. Northbound traffic is being detoured to Arrowpoint Drive, and Southbound traffic is being detoured onto Island Ford Road. There is no estimate of when the road will reopen.
This is a developing story. Check back here for updates.
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Sunsets reach 8 pm this week up in the sky
(WHSV) - Our first sunset of 8pm or later is this week! Otherwise, a fairly quiet week ahead up in the sky but there are some things to look out for.
Gaining Daylight
We will be gaining 17 minutes of daylight over the course of this week. By Monday, April 25th, we’ll have 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight and 10 hours and 24 minutes of nighttime. Sunrise moves from 6:35 am to 6:25 am while sunset moves from 7:54 pm to 8:01pm. Sunday will be our first sunset at 8pm or later since August 21st of last year! Sunsets will be at 8pm or later until August 22nd so about 4 months of enjoying this!
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Moon Phases & Next Full Moon:
Next Full Moon
The next full moon will be Monday, May 16th, at 12:14 am. May’s full moon is known as the Flower Moon, to represent flowers blooming. Other names for this full moon include Hare Moon, Corn Planting Moon, and Milk Moon.
Wait there’s more! In addition to the full moon occurring in mid-May, this moon will also be a Blood Moon. This is because a total lunar eclipse will occur! The total lunar eclipse turns the moon red during the event.
Other Interesting Events
The Lyrids meteor shower will peak in intensity on Friday, April 22nd. This meteor shower produces up to 18 meteors per hour at it’s peak. This shower is also known for its occasional fireballs. Catch this meteor shower at its peak between midnight and dawn on Friday morning. You’ll want to view the meteor shower before the moon rises at 1:59 am to get the best view. If you miss out on Friday morning, you’ll still have a good opportunity to view it Saturday morning.
On Sunday, April 24th, before dawn, look in the southeastern sky. The moon will rise and be a fist’s diameter to the lower right of Saturn. Mars, Venus, and Jupiter will be just to the left of the moon and Saturn.
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Tesla stockholders ask judge to silence Elon Musk in fraud case
DETROIT (AP) — A group of Tesla shareholders suing CEO Elon Musk over some 2018 tweets about taking the company private is asking a federal judge to order Musk to stop commenting on the case.
Lawyers for stockholders of the Austin, Texas-based company also say in court documents that the judge in the case has ruled that Musk’s tweets about having “funding secured” to take Tesla private were false, and that his comments also violate a 2018 court settlement with U.S. securities regulators in which Musk and Tesla each agreed to pay $20 million fines.
Musk, during an interview Thursday at the TED 2022 conference, said he had the funding to take Tesla private in 2018. He called the Securities and Exchange Commission a profane name and said he only settled because bankers told him they would stop providing capital if he didn’t, and Tesla would go bankrupt.
The interview and court action came just days after Musk, the world’s richest person, made a controversial offer to take over Twitter and turn it into a private company with a $43 billion offer that equals $54.20 per share. Twitter’s board on Friday adopted a “poison pill” strategy that would make it prohibitively expensive for Musk to buy the shares.
In court documents filed Friday, lawyers for the Tesla shareholders alleged that Musk is trying to influence potential jurors in the lawsuit. They contend that Musk’s 2018 tweets about having the money to take Tesla private at $420 per share were written to maniuplate the stock price, costing shareholders money.
Now, lawyers say Musk is campaigning to influence possible jurors as the case gets closer to trial.
“Musk’s comments risk confusing potential jurors with the false narrative that he did not knowingly make misrepresentations with his Aug. 7, 2018 tweets,” the lawyers wrote. “His present statements on that issue, an unsubtle attempt to absolve himself in the court of public opinion, will only have a predjudicial influence on a jury.”
The lawyers asked Judge Edward M. Chen in San Francisco to restrain Musk from making further public comments on the issue until after the trial. Chen gave Musk’s lawyers until Wednesday to respond.
Alex Spiro, a lawyer representing Musk, wrote in an email Sunday that the plaintiffs’ lawyers are seeking a big payout. “Nothing will ever change the truth, which is that Elon Musk was considering taking Tesla private and could have,” he wrote. “All that’s left some half-decade later is random plaintiffs lawyers trying to make a buck and others trying to block that truth from coming to light, all to the detriment of free speech.”
But the shareholders’ lawyers wrote that Chen already ruled that Musk’s tweets were false and misleading, and “that no reasonable juror could conclude otherwise.”
Judge Chen’s order, issued April 1, was not in the public court file as of Sunday. Adam Apton, a lawyer for the shareholders, said it was sealed because it has evidence that Musk and Tesla say is confidential. It will stay sealed until the parties agree if anything should remain sealed, he wrote in an email. “Our motion for TRO (temporary restraining order) accurately desribes the issues decided by the court,” Apton wrote.
After Musk’s 2018 tweets, the SEC filed a complaint against him alleging securities law violations. Musk then agreed to the fine and signed the court agreement. Part of the agreement says that Musk “will not take any action or make or permit to be made any public statement denying, directly or indirectly, any allegation in the complaint or creating the impression that the complaint is without factual basis.”
If Musk violates the agreement, the SEC may ask the court to scrap it and restore the securities fraud complaint, the agreement says. A message was left Sunday seeking comment from the SEC.
Spiro, on behalf of Musk, already has asked a Manhattan federal court to throw out the agreement. He contends the SEC is using the pact and “near limitless resources” to chill Musk’s speech. Court documents filed by Spiro say Musk signed the agreement when Tesla was a less mature company and SEC action jeopardized its financing.
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UVA doctors talk new COVID breath test
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The FDA has approved the first COVID-19 test that uses breath samples to detect the virus. These new FDA approved devices would provide tests in hospitals and give patients their results in less than three minutes.
Doctors at UVA still believe PCR tests are the best option.
“I think that we still feel the gold standard, the best test remains PCR testing,” Dr. Costi Sifri with UVA Health said.
Doctors at UVA Health say they will continue to use PCR tests in the hospital
“People who are coming into the health system because of illness, we really want to have the best test available and our preference, you know, it is and I think probably will remain PCR testing,” Sifri said.
But Dr. Patrick Jackson says the breath COVID-19 tests could serve a purpose.
“I think one of the major problems that we’re having currently with COVID-19 testing is availability of rapid antigen tests, especially kids don’t particularly love the the nose swab,” Jackson said.
Jackson says PCR tests can pick up old infections.
“A positive COVID test meant a whole lot in spring of 2020, and now could mean you had COVID two months ago and didn’t notice it because we were fully vaccinated and now it’s heart failure or something else. So, it is a major problem for us,” Jackson said.
It is not clear yet if breath tests would give these immediate results
“Testing that looks at an acute infection, as opposed to kind of remaining positive could also be helpful. I don’t know the test performance characteristics of this breath test, to be honest with you, but I’m hoping that it helps in one of those ways,” Jackson said.
Doctors say the more tests though the better.
“Having other options and modalities is always good and so we’ll learn more about the breath test, how it can be used and and where it may have some some importance,” Sifri said.
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CHICAGO, April 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Each year, the osteopathic medical profession joins together during National Osteopathic Medicine Week (NOM Week) to raise awareness of osteopathic medicine and the distinctive care osteopathic physicians provide. This year's observance, which runs April 18-24, 2022, will highlight the many milestones achieved since the founding of osteopathic medicine in 1892. Osteopathic physicians, or DOs, practice in every medical specialty and believe there's more to good health than the absence of pain or disease. Their whole-person approach to medicine focuses on prevention, helping promote the body's natural tendency toward health and self-healing. The American Osteopathic Association, with headquarters located in Chicago, represents more than 168,000 osteopathic physicians (DOs) and osteopathic medical students.
Aldwin Soumare knows the impact he can make not only in the black community, but in the health profession overall. As a fourth year osteopathic medical student, he looks forward to helping his future patients understand the importance of treating the whole person and not just the symptoms of disease.
"Where I am from, you are more likely to be incarcerated or killed in gun violence than to become a physician. So I consider it a privilege to be a medical student, not only for myself but for my community," said Aldwin Soumare, a fourth- year medical student at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. "Every day, I think about my future patients, my community and the opportunity to become a leader in a profession that is empowering and impactful."
"Our distinctive practice of osteopathic medicine provides great care to many patients in the United States," said AOA CEO Kevin M. Klauer, DO, EJD.
Building on a proud 130-year history of providing distinctive, whole-person care, the osteopathic medical profession continues to chart record-breaking growth and expansion with each passing year. There are almost 135,000 DOs nationwide. Two thirds of actively practicing DOs are under age 45. The number of female DOs, particularly those under age 45, also continues to grow dramatically. Women have played a key role in the osteopathic profession since the first osteopathic medical school was founded in 1892. Overall, females make up 43% of DOs in active practice today and nearly three-quarters of these are under age 45. Keeping pace with national trends, female students constituted a majority in the ranks of first-year osteopathic medical school students.
"DOs have an opportunity to provide a spark and be the beacon of light for a more holistic approach to healthcare," said Julieanne P. Sees, DO, a board-certified pediatric neuro-orthopedic surgeon caring for children with neuromuscular conditions at Nemours Children's Health. "We know that wellness means treating the whole person, and through our osteopathic hands and heart we understand the difference in treating the mind, body and spirit as opposed to just treating diseases."
Osteopathic medicine is one of the nation's fastest-growing health care professions. Every year, significantly more osteopathic physicians enter the workforce and help shape the practice of medicine. Today, DOs hold some of the most prominent positions in medicine. They oversee care for our nation's astronauts, serve in the uniformed services, and even serve as the physician for President Joe Biden.
"While National Osteopathic Medicine Week celebrates 135,000 osteopathic physicians and 35,000 students enrolled in colleges osteopathic medicine, it really is about the patients and their ability to choose the unique body, mind and spirit approach that DOs offer," said David Broder, DO, a board-certified internist who serves as president and CEO of the New York Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educational Consortium.
An all-time high total of 7,049 osteopathic medical students and past DO graduates matched into residency positions that will start later this year, through the 2022 National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Match. The incoming class is spread out over more than 41 specialties, including family medicine, diagnostic radiology, neurology, neurosurgery, obstetrics-gynecology, orthopedic surgery and psychiatry.
"The success of our DO students and graduates in this year's match is an exciting indicator of the continued growth of osteopathic medicine and the remarkable quality of the osteopathic physicians entering the healthcare community," said AOA President Joseph A. Giaimo, DO.
Notable increases for placements in key specialties, such as diagnostic radiology, neurology, neurosurgery, obstetrics-gynecology, orthopedic surgery, pathology and psychiatry, indicate growing opportunities for DO residents to pave the way for further incorporation of osteopathic principles and practice across all areas of medicine. To learn more about DOs and the osteopathic philosophy of medicine, visit www.osteopathic.org.
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- Hyundai Motor to become the first automaker to enter the community-based NFT market, including a website and channels on Discord and Twitter
- Hyundai Motor today released a short film introducing its NFT universe 'Metamobility Universe,' which reflects the 'Metamobility' concept revealed at CES 2022
- Hyundai Motor to issue 30 limited NFTs celebrating the release of a short film that reveals its collaboration with 'Meta Kongz,' the NFT brand
- Profits from the sale of Hyundai NFTs will be used for the project's management and community members
SEOUL, South Korea, April 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Company today announced that it is entering the online community-based Non-Fungible Token market in collaboration with the 'Meta Kongz' NFT brand.
Hyundai Motor is the first automaker to enter the NFT market with its own NFT community, including the Hyundai NFT official website and channels on Discord and Twitter. The Hyundai NFT community will provide its users with the Hyundai brand experience in the metaverse by sharing NFTs depicting its mobility solutions. The Hyundai NFT Discord and Twitter channels opened on April 15, and the official NFT website is scheduled to open in May.
By providing dedicated channels for the Hyundai NFT community, the company will continuously manage the asset value of its NFTs. The online platforms will provide an open 24/7 communications channel between the company and community members, with real-time updates on the asset value of its NFTs.
Today, the company released a short film introducing the Hyundai NFT universe concept 'Metamobility Universe,' which reflects the 'Metamobility' concept revealed at CES 2022. In the film, the 'Meta Kongz' gorilla character drives in both a classic PONY and modernly reinterpreted heritage series PONY from Earth to the Moon, visualizing how mobility solutions can transcend time and space. The film at the end also teases a shooting star-shaped NFT that will be released in May.
Hyundai Motor will also issue 30 limited editions 'Hyundai x Meta Kongz' NFTs on April 20 to commemorate the release of the film. Hyundai NFT projects will be continued throughout the year to keep expanding the Hyundai NFT Universe. Profits from the sale of Hyundai NFTs will be used for the project's management and community members.
"The Hyundai NFT Universe will extend the Hyundai brand experience, especially with MZ generation, in a completely new way, further reinforcing our commitment to innovation in both the real world and in the metaverse," said Thomas Schemera, Hyundai Motor's Global Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Customer Experience Division. "We are extremely excited to introduce 'Metamobility' through our own NFTs and start this journey with 'Meta Kongz'."
Hyundai Motor Company shared its vision of a 'Metamobility' concept at CES 2022 with the goal of pioneering a smart device-metaverse connection that will expand the role of mobility to virtual reality (VR), ultimately allowing people to overcome the physical limitations of movement in time and space.
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NOUAKCHOTT, Mauritania, April 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in implementation of directives by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and HRH the Crown Prince, has transferred its $300 million deposit with the Central Bank of Mauritania into a soft loan, as part of the Kingdom's ongoing efforts and leadership role in supporting the development and economy of Arab and Islamic states.
The move comes as an extension of the Kingdom's continuous support for the people and government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, to push the wheel of economic growth and implement development projects in vital sectors. The support aims to contribute to promoting inclusive and sustainable economic growth, in addition to opening new financing channels from regional and international financial organizations.
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- Awards ceremony to be held at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2022 in Orlando, FL.
INCHEON, South Korea, April 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- South Korea-based drone service provider PABLO AIR, a member of Born2Global Centre, has been named as a finalist in the Enterprise of the XCELLENCE Awards by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicles Systems International (AUVSI). PABLO AIR was selected from a pool of accomplished applicants as one of several finalists. Winners will be announced during an awards ceremony at AUVSI XPONENTIAL on April 25-28 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
PABLO AIR was nominated for the second consecutive year following last year's runner-up at the XCELLENCE Awards. PABLO AIR's Urban Air Mobility (UAM) solution, which entered the final round of the AUVSI Awards this year, is a technology that solves the distinction and allocation of NAS (National Airspace System) between drones and manned aircraft, which are the most discussed in the planning stage of drone delivery and UAM.
"During AUVSI's 50th anniversary year, we are celebrating the accomplishments of the uncrewed systems industry within the last half-century, reflecting on lessons learned, and looking ahead to our vision for the future," said Brian Wynne, President and CEO of AUVSI. "The 2022 XCELLENCE award finalists represent some of the leading innovations and organizations that will help us reach our shared vision of assured autonomy."
XPONENTIAL offers a broad-based and balanced educational program brimming with cutting-edge content and inspirational insights, ranging from policy implications and technical challenges to use cases and best practices across vertical markets and everything in between. The AUVSI XCELLENCE Awards honor innovators in the uncrewed systems industry, including individuals and organizations, with a demonstrated commitment to advancing autonomy, leading and promoting safe adoption of uncrewed systems, and developing programs that use these technologies to save lives and improve society.
"Following last year's runner-up in operation category, PABLO AIR's next vision, UAM solution, is proving its competitiveness internationally." said Chanjoo Lee, C.O.O of the U.S. branch.
"We look forward to delivering good news in recognition of PABLO AIR's platform technology in Florida, where the final Round will be held." he said.
For media registration for XPONENTIAL, click here or contact Chelsie Jeppson at cjeppson@auvsi.org. For more information about XPONENTIAL and the XCELLENCE Awards, visit xponential.org.
About PABLO AIR
Since its first step into the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market with swarm flight technology in 2018 in South Korea, PABLO AIR has provided a wide array of integrated drone solutions, including UAV control system, aircraft development, drone delivery platform & service, and ICT drone show. In addition, PABLO AIR is continuously carrying forward R&Ds and commercialization at home and abroad to become a pioneer of the global UAV industry.
Furthermore, with the establishment of the U.S. branch as a starting point in 2021, it has been recognized for its technological prowess in the global UAV market. PABLO AIR has become the first Korean company to participate in the U.S. drone delivery PoC, the world-renowned AUVSI XCELLENCE AWARD 2nd place winner, and the National Technology & Innovation Sandbox (NTIS) Malaysia's technology partner.
For more detailed information on PABLO AIR, visit https://pabloair.com
About Born2Global Centre
Born2Global Centre is a full-cycle service platform for global expansion. Since its inception in 2013, Born2Global has been setting the standard for a successful startup ecosystem as the main Korean government agency under the Ministry of Science and ICT. Born2Global has expanded and transformed startups to be engaged, equipped and connected with the global market.
For more information, visit born2global.com
About AUVSI
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) — the world's largest non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems and robotics — represents corporations and professionals from more than 60 countries involved in industry, government, and academia. AUVSI members work in the defense, civil and commercial markets.
For more information, visit AUVSI.org.
About XPONENTIAL
AUVSI XPONENTIAL is the largest, most significant event for the uncrewed systems industry. The 2022 exhibit hall will showcase hundreds of cutting-edge companies from around the world and the conference will feature educational programming by uncrewed systems experts, providing information about the future of policy, technology and business solutions and trending topics.
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The Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice Distinction Is Based on Feedback and Ratings From End-User Professionals Who Have Experience Purchasing, Implementing, and/or Using the Product or Service
PALO ALTO, Calif., April 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Symphony SummitAI, a leading provider of IT service management tools (ITSM), is excited to share it was named a Customers' Choice in the March 2022 Gartner Peer Insights' Voice of the Customer': IT Service Management Tools for the fourth time. Symphony SummitAI was also recognized as a Customers' Choice in the company size segment under the categories large enterprise and midsize enterprise and as Services Customers' Choice in the industry segment.
"Being recognized as a 2022 Customers' Choice for ITSM tools highlights our commitment to customers to deliver higher enterprise productivity," said Satyen Vyas, CEO of Symphony SummitAI. "We continue to innovate and advance enterprise AI in ITSM, and we're grateful for the feedback we can draw from Gartner Peer Insights."
Symphony SummitAI offers a single, centralized, self-service portal for all service requests. IT, HR, admin, facilities, and other functions across an organization can use a single service portal for requestors. Through AI-driven knowledge intelligence, SummitAI's tools are designed to understand the context of an issue, and automatically resolve incidents and service requests. A 24/7 service desk experience supports a conversational interface using natural language through webchat, Microsoft Teams, Slack, and Jabber.
About Gartner Peer Insights
Gartner Peer Insights is an online platform of ratings and reviews of IT software and services that are written and read by IT professionals and technology decision-makers. The goal is to help IT leaders make more insightful purchase decisions and help technology providers improve their products by receiving objective, unbiased feedback from their customers. Gartner Peer Insights includes more than 350,000 verified reviews in more than 340 markets. For more information, please visit www.gartner.com/reviews/home.
*Gartner Peer Insights' Voice of the Customer': IT Service Management Tools, Peer Contributors, March 29, 2022. No Voice of the Customer report published in 2020.
Disclaimer- GARTNER and PEER INSIGHTS are registered trademarks and service marks of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and are used herein with permission. All rights reserved. Gartner Peer Insights content consists of the opinions of individual end-users based on their own experiences with the vendors listed on the platform, should not be construed as statements of fact, nor do they represent the views of Gartner or its affiliates. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product, or service depicted in this content nor makes any warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this content, about its accuracy or completeness, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
About Symphony SummitAI
Symphony SummitAI's advanced, modular solution unifies service management, asset management, and operations management into a single, easy-to-use platform. Enterprises and service providers use SummitAI to dramatically reduce the cost and complexity of their IT management while improving efficiency, productivity, predictability, and control. Leading enterprises across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, education, and many more verticals are delivering exceptional user experiences while lowering their IT costs using Symphony SummitAI. Symphony SummitAI is a SymphonyAI business.
About SymphonyAI
SymphonyAI is building the leading enterprise AI company for digital transformation across the most important and resilient growth industries, including retail, consumer packaged goods, financial services, manufacturing, media, and IT service management. SymphonyAI businesses have many leading enterprises as clients in each of these industries. Since its founding in 2017, SymphonyAI has grown rapidly, approaching 2,000 talented leaders, data scientists, and other professionals. SymphonyAI is an SAIGroup company, backed by a $1 billion commitment from successful entrepreneur and philanthropist Dr. Romesh Wadhwani.
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GUANGZHOU, China, April 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 10-day 131st Canton Fair is held online from April 15 to 24. This is the fifth time the Canton Fair kicks off in its online platform.
Without an in-person exhibition, the online platform again attracts much attention from exhibitors and buyers. According to Mr. Chu Shijia, Vice President and Secretary General of the Canton Fair and Director General of China Foreign Trade Centre, the online Canton Fair has become more user-friendly as it has journeyed through four online gatherings starting with the 127th session. The Canton Fair website consists of 16 product categories across 50 exhibition sections. Each section features multimedia display, exhibitor and product search, instant messaging, negotiation appointment, sourcing requests, business matchmaking, exhibitors on live, meetings and events, new product release and VR exhibition halls. Catering to user experience, the platform has been optimized to be more stable, efficient, comprehensive with better service.
To improve search accuracy, the search function has been upgraded to add tags to specialized, high-tech or time-honored Chinese brands and green or intelligent products for easy recognition. Search dimensions are increased to help buyers find what they want quickly. The updated platform facilitates communications and exchanges between exhibitors and buyers by enabling exhibitors to check buyers' information with consent from them. Companies can also initiate conversations with buyers that add the company to their favorites, watch exhibitor livestreams, or recommended intelligently by the system based on sourcing requests.
Maggie Pu, Deputy Director General of the Foreign Affairs Office of the Canton Fair, noted that Canton Fair keeps scaling new heights thanks to its continuous innovation and thoughtful, convenient, and delicate service. The 131st Canton Fair will set up new columns including Product Release and Featured Livestream. With about 150 product debut events, the effectiveness of the Fair will be further enhanced with innovation achievements of Chinese enterprises displayed in an all-round way.
Visit https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US/register/index#/foreign-email for more opportunities.
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Body of unidentified boy found in southern Indiana woods
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ind. (AP) - Authorities in Indiana said they were investigating the death of a young boy whose body was found in a wooded area in the southern end of the state.
Indiana State Police Sgt. Cary Huls said on Sunday that the body of the boy, believed to be between 5 and 8 years old, was found Saturday night in Washington County by a person who was mushroom hunting in the area.
Huls said the agency does not know the name of the boy, saying the body is that of a Black boy who is 4 feet tall, has a slim build and has short hair.
Huls declined to give any details, such as the possible cause of death or what the boy was wearing when his body was found in what he described as a “heavily wooded” area not far from a roadway. He did say it appeared the child died within the last week.
He also appealed to the public to provide any information about the boy, saying somebody knows who the child was or knows the names of his parents or guardians.
“There’s somebody at a Easter table this weekend that maybe has somebody that’s not there and were expecting to come,” Huls said. “There’s family members, friends, somebody from school perhaps, that knows maybe there was issues, that thinks this could possibly be that child.”
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HONOLULU, HAWAII (KITV4)-An Alabama man touched down at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport Sunday as the final stop of his '50 State Mowing Tour' for Autism awareness month.
Rodney Smith, Jr. is the founder of Raising Men Lawn Care Service, a nonprofit that encourages children to mow the yards of single mothers, elderly, and veterans.
On his Facebook page, he says the idea started in 2015. "I was coming home from school one day and I came across this elderly man mowing his lawn and he looked like he was struggling. I pulled over and helped him out and that night I decided I was going to mowing yards for free."
He quickly completed his personal goal of 100 yards in his Huntsville neighborhood. He decided to expand his reach by including children ages 7-17.
"I wanted to show them the importance of giving back to their community with just a lawnmower."
That's when he started the 50 Yard Challenge. He put out on his social media accounts challenging kids to mow yards in their own neighborhoods. After they complete the 50 yards, Smith will then join them in one more yard--wherever they are are.
That's what brought Smith here to Oahu.
Alex, a 13-year-old from Honolulu, signed up for the challenge in October, 2021 and completed his 50th yard in March.
When asked what he liked about the work, Alex says, "It was fun being able to help other people and then being able to go back."
The most difficult part? "The overgrown yards--one was probably six feet high."
As a part of completing the 50-yard task, Smith gifts each finisher with a mower, a leaf blower and a weed trimmer.
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Couple murdered while visiting family in Mexico
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) - A Minnesota community is grieving after learning two loving parents were murdered in Mexico.
The deaths of Leticia Carrillo and Miguel Abrego have shaken their family members and friends to the core. The Coon Rapids couple were visiting family in Puerto Escondido, Mexico, in early April when they were murdered.
“This is the first time we’ve been together since we all got the news. We’ve been laughing and telling stories because we were always together all the time, and we were always laughing,” Melissa O’Laughlin said.
A Mexican newspaper reports the couple were shot while they were driving. Family members have been told that Mexican police are investigating, but right now, there are more questions than answers about the deaths.
“That’s where a lot of the anger comes from, not having those answers, not having the information that we need. We don’t have that peace of mind,” said Yazmin Carrillo, the couple’s niece.
Family and friends are devastated, saying Leticia Carrillo and Abrego were “the glue” to their family. The couple leave behind two children: Miguel, a college student, and Diana, who’s graduating high school.
“They were loving people, loving parents and one of the most amazing human beings I’ve ever met,” said Maya Khakural, a close friend of the couple.
A GoFundMe has been set up to help the couple’s children with expenses and their education.
“Our hopes and dreams are for them to continue to go to school, and that’s something their parents would’ve loved to see them accomplish,” Yazmin Carrillo said.
Just as Leticia Carrillo and Abrego were there for their community, involved at school and with volunteering efforts, now their community will be there for them.
“We had amazing, amazing moments that we’re going to carry with us forever,” Khakural said.
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Missiles cause multiple blasts in western Ukraine’s Lviv
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) - Multiple explosions apparently caused by missiles struck the western Ukrainian city of Lviv early Monday as the country was bracing for an all-out Russian assault in the east.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vowed to “fight absolutely to the end” in strategically vital Mariupol, meanwhile, where the ruined port city’s last known pocket of resistance was holed up in a sprawling steel plant laced with tunnels.
Plumes of thick, black smoke were rising over Lviv after the explosions, which were witnessed by AP staff. Lviv and the rest of western Ukraine have not been immune but have been less affected by the fighting than other parts of the country and have been considered a relatively haven.
Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi said on Facebook that five missiles struck the city and that emergency services were responding to the blasts.
Oleksandr Kamyshin, the chairman of the Ukrainian rail service, said the strikes hit near railway facilities and that there were no known casualties. Train traffic has resumed with some delays, he said, vowing to restore the damaged network.
With missiles and rockets battering various parts of the country, Zelenskyy accused Russian soldiers of torture and kidnappings in areas they control.
The fall of Mariupol, which has been reduced to rubble in a seven-week siege, would give Moscow its biggest victory of the war. But a few thousand fighters, by Russia’s estimate, were holding on to the giant, 11-square-kilometer (4-square-mile) Azovstal steel mill.
“We will fight absolutely to the end, to the win, in this war,” Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal vowed Sunday on ABC’s “This Week.” He said Ukraine is prepared to end the war through diplomacy if possible, “but we do not have intention to surrender.”
Many Mariupol civilians, including children, are also sheltering at the Azovstal plant, Mikhail Vershinin, head of the city’s patrol police, told Mariupol television. He said they are hiding from Russian shelling and from Russian soldiers.
Capturing the city on the Sea of Azov would free Russian troops for a new offensive to take control of the Donbas region in Ukraine’s industrial east. Russia also would fully secure a land corridor to the Crimean Peninsula, which it seized from Ukraine in 2014, depriving Ukraine of a major port and prized industrial assets.
Russia is bent on capturing the Donbas, where Moscow-backed separatists already control some territory, after its attempt to take the capital, Kyiv, failed.
“We are doing everything to ensure the defense” of eastern Ukraine, Zelenskyy said in his nightly address to the nation.
As for besieged Mariupol, there appeared to be little hope of military rescue. Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba told CBS’ “Face the Nation” on Sunday that the remaining Ukrainian troops and civilians there are basically encircled. He said they “continue their struggle,” but that the city effectively doesn’t exist anymore because of massive destruction.
The relentless bombardment and street fighting in Mariupol have killed at least 21,000 people, by Ukrainian estimates. A maternity hospital was hit by a lethal Russian airstrike in the opening weeks of the war, and about 300 people were reported killed in the bombing of a theater where civilians had taken shelter.
An estimated 100,000 people remained in the city out of a prewar population of 450,000, trapped without food, water, heat or electricity.
Drone footage carried by the Russian news agency RIA-Novosti showed mile after mile of shattered buildings and, on the city’s outskirts, the steel complex, from which rose towering plumes of smoke.
Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Hanna Malyar described Mariupol as a “shield defending Ukraine.”
Russian forces, meanwhile, carried out aerial attacks near Kyiv and elsewhere in an apparent effort to weaken Ukraine’s military capacity ahead of the anticipated assault on the Donbas.
After the humiliating sinking of the flagship of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet last week in what the Ukrainians boasted was a missile attack, the Kremlin had vowed to step up strikes on the capital.
Russia said Sunday that it had attacked an ammunition plant near Kyiv overnight with precision-guided missiles, the third such strike in as many days. Explosions were also reported in Kramatorsk, the eastern city where rockets earlier this month killed at least 57 people at a train station crowded with civilians trying to evacuate ahead of the Russian offensive.
At least five people were killed by Russian shelling in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, on Sunday, regional officials said. The barrage slammed into apartment buildings. The streets were littered with broken glass and other debris.
Kharkiv Mayor Igor Terekhov, in an impassioned address marking Orthodox Palm Sunday, lashed out at Russian forces for not letting up the bombing campaign on such a sacred day.
Zelenskyy called the bombing in Kharkiv “nothing but deliberate terror.”
In his nightly address to the nation, Zelenskyy also appealed for a stronger response to what he said was the brutality of Russian troops in parts of southern Ukraine.
“Torture chambers are built there,” he said. “They abduct representatives of local governments and anyone deemed visible to local communities.”
He again urged the world to send more weapons and apply tougher sanctions against Moscow.
Malyar, the Ukrainian deputy defense minister, said the Russians were pounding Mariupol with airstrikes and could be preparing for an amphibious landing to reinforce their ground troops.
The looming offensive in the east, if successful, would give Russian President Vladimir Putin a badly needed victory to sell to the Russian people amid the war’s mounting casualties and the economic hardship caused by Western sanctions.
Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer, who met with Putin in Moscow this past week — the first European leader to do so since the invasion Feb. 24 — said the Russian president is “in his own war logic” on Ukraine. In an interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Nehammer said he thinks Putin believes he is winning the war, and “we have to look in his eyes and we have to confront him with that, what we see in Ukraine.’’
Zelenskyy also marked Easter on Sunday, saying on Twitter: “The Lord’s Resurrection is a testimony to the victory of life over death, good over evil.”
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Chernov reported from Kharkiv. Philip Crowther in Lviv, Yesica Fisch in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, and Associated Press journalists around the world contributed to this report.
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Teen fatally shot during cell phone sale, police say
LONG BEACH, Calif. (Gray News) - A suspect is in custody after California police say a 15-year-old was shot multiple times and killed during a meeting to buy a cell phone.
Police identified the victim as 15-year-old Joshua Simmons in a news release. Officers responding to a report of shots fired around 9:30 p.m. Friday found Simmons suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives say Simmons had arranged to buy a cell phone from 24-year-old Jose Bustamante Cardenas through an online marketplace app. During the transaction, an altercation led to the fatal shooting, according to police.
Cardenas was initially detained after contacting police and allegedly admitting his involvement in Simmons’ death. He was later booked on a murder charge and is being held on $2 million bail.
The case will be presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office later this week, police say.
A GoFundMe set up to cover Simmons’ funeral costs remembers the teen as “a boy who loved his friends and family and… cared deeply for others.”
Simmons was only a week away from his 16th birthday when he was killed, KABC reports.
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| 2022-04-18T07:53:20Z
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HONOLULU (KITV)- The city of Honolulu has cited a development project for not taking care of its build site along Kapiolani Boulevard. The complaint involves the homeless visiting a two story building on the property, overgrown weeds and a broken fence. This comes as the developer missed key deadlines for permits.
In 2017, the plans for Hawaii Ocean Plaza were promising. The development program on the company's website shows $136 million in construction costs, a coffee shop, Chinese and Western restaurants, a hotel lobby, sky garden, and swimming pool. The land alone cost $65-million. More than 4 years later the property is still silent. Permits for the project have lapsed.
Developer Zhong Fang tells KITV4 in an email, the lapse happened for a reason. The company is re-designing the building. The original plan calls for 175 hotel rooms, but the developer feels hotels are operating at a loss right now. He says the new plan will replace the hotel with 30% more affordable housing. Previously there were only 33 affordable housing condo units. A member of HI Good Neighbor responded to the change. " What they should have done from the beginning is engage with the community and make sure what they are developing meets the community's needs.," said Tyler Dos Santos from HI Good Neighbor.
The statement from the developers also says new construction drawings should take a year, with construction happening the year after. "You know we're going to have to keep a careful eye on them to make sure, they meet their commitments," said Dos Santos.
After receiving the city's violation for the current disrepair of the property, Fang acknowledged some problems on the site. He says it may be the contractor, Sky Ala Moana, who did not clean up the site. The developers says they are now cleaning up sanitation and garbage at the location, and strengthening site maintenance and management. "If they want to be part of the community here they should take care of the property they own. Make sure it is well kept for neighbors and community members," said Dos Santos.
Fang says the revised project plan may include further benefits to the community.
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| 2022-04-18T09:29:16Z
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Tax Day Laggards: Consider Filing for Extension If in a Rush
WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions of Americans wait until the last minute to file their taxes and this year is no exception.
Monday is Tax Day — the federal deadline for individual tax filing and payments — and the IRS will receive tens of millions of last-minute filings electronically and through paper forms.
As of April 8, the IRS had received more than 103 million returns for this tax season, and it had issued more than 63 million refunds worth more than $204 billion.
For comparison, last year more than 169 million people completed an income tax return by the end of the year. That probably leaves nearly 40 percent of this year’s taxpayers still unaccounted for, with many scrambling to submit their documents by Monday.
Nina Tross at the National Society of Tax Professionals says if people haven’t filed their taxes by now, “they’re better off filing an extension.”
But, she added, “People don’t realize that filing an extension has zero effect” as long as they have paid their income taxes by Tax Day.
“An extension is merely filing a return at a later date,” Tross said. “If you rush through a return to get it out the door, and you have to amend it later, you’re more likely to get a double look from the IRS.”
“You’re much better off extending than amending,” she said.
The IRS this year is facing its biggest backlog in history. At the end of the 2021 filing season, the agency had 35.3 million returns waiting for processing. One reason is that every paper document that goes into the IRS is processed by a human, according to the IRS.
And some forms are reviewed by IRS employees and treated as if submitted on paper even if they are e-filed.
This year will be one of the most challenging for the agency, with its record low staffing numbers. The IRS workforce is the same size it was in 1970, though the U.S. population has grown exponentially and tax laws have become increasingly complicated.
The agency announced plans in March to hire at least 10,000 more workers.
Lisa Greene-Lewis, a CPA and spokesperson at TurboTax, said that if people still intend to file a return by Tax Day, “I would gather all your documents in one place so you don’t leave anything out, like W2s and 1099s.”
Important papers such as the “ Letter 6419 ” that outlines the Child Tax Credit payments a taxpayer should have received this year and the “ Letter 6475 ” for stimulus payments should also be on hand.
Greene-Lewis, who has been doing taxes for over 20 years, said “you want to report the correct amount you received so you don’t have to have to make adjustments to your refund.”
The IRS has put out some information and helpful links for last-minute filers — stressing that “taxpayers should be careful to file a complete and accurate tax return. If a return includes errors or is incomplete, it may require further review.”
Keith Kahn with the Delaware Society of CPAs said he encourages everyone to file an electronic return.
When asked whether CPAs will accept clients on Tax Day, Kahn said it’s common for people to be turned away. But for those who can get an appointment, “make sure you have everything you could possibly provide to your CPA — there’s not a lot of time to hammer out strategy or to ask questions.”
By Fatima Hussein for the Associated Press
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| 2022-04-18T09:47:26Z
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Biden to require US-made steel, iron for infrastructure
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Biden administration is taking a key step to ensuring that federal dollars will support U.S. manufacturing — issuing requirements for how projects funded by the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package source their construction material.
The guidance being issued Monday requires that the material purchased — whether it’s for a bridge, a highway, a water pipe or broadband internet — be produced within the U.S., according to administration officials. However, the rules also set up a process to waive those requirements in case there are not enough domestic producers or the material costs too much, with the goal of issuing fewer waivers over time as U.S. manufacturing capacity increases.
“There are going to be additional opportunities for good jobs in the manufacturing sector,” said Celeste Drake, director of Made in America at the White House Office of Management and Budget. “And as we’re looking at boosting American content, that means big corporations are going to create opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises in the U.S. as supply chains are partially re-shored to try to meet the content standards.”
President Joe Biden has made such guidance a cornerstone for judging his record ahead of the 2022 midterm elections. The Democratic president says that he can leverage federal spending to create more U.S. factory jobs and reduce the reliance on China and other nations with geopolitical interests that diverge from America’s.
As Biden faces inflation at a 40-year high, he is betting that more domestic production will ultimately reduce price pressures, a response to Republican attacks that his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package initially triggered higher prices.
“From Day One, every action I’ve taken to rebuild our economy has been guided by one principle: Made in America,” Biden said Thursday in Greensboro, North Carolina. “It takes a federal government that doesn’t just give lip service to buying American but actually takes action.”
Biden said that the roughly $700 billion the government devotes annually to procuring goods is supposed to prioritize U.S. suppliers but the regulations going back to the 1930s have either been watered down or applied in ways that masked the use of foreign imports.
The administration could not say what percentage of construction material for existing infrastructure projects is U.S. made, even though the federal government is already spending $350 billion on construction this year. The new guidelines would enable government officials to know how many dollars go to U.S. workers and factories.
Tucked into the bipartisan infrastructure package that became law last November was a requirement that starting on May 14 “none of the funds” allocated to federal agencies for projects may be spent “unless all of the iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in the project are produced in the United States.” That’s according to the 17-page guidance being issued Monday.
The guidance includes three standards for these requirements to be waived: if the purchase “would be inconsistent with the public interest”; if the materials needed are not produced “in sufficient and reasonably available quantities or of a satisfactory quality”; or if the U.S. materials increase a project’s cost by more than 25%.
American manufacturers are about 170,000 jobs short of the 12.8 million factory jobs held in 2019, as manufacturing jobs began to decline before the pandemic began. But the U.S. has 6.9 million fewer manufacturing jobs compared with the 1979 peak, a loss caused by outsourcing and automation.
Getting more industrial jobs will likely mean adding more factories and assembly lines — as manufacturers are operating at a 78.7% capacity, which the Federal Reserve notes is above the historical average.
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| 2022-04-18T11:01:00Z
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Congress seeks compromise to boost computer chip industry
WASHINGTON (AP) — A global computer chip shortage has made it harder for consumers to get their hands on cars, computers and other modern-day necessities, so Congress is looking to boost chip manufacturing and research in the United States with billions of dollars from the federal government.
Both the House and the Senate have passed major legislation on the matter, and the effort is one of lawmakers’ final opportunities before the November elections to show voters they are addressing the nation’s strained supply chains.
Now they have to work out considerable differences in the two bills. And Senate Republicans are already digging in before the negotiations formally begin.
President Joe Biden has made the semiconductor legislation a top priority, but he’ll need the support of 10 Senate Republicans, and perhaps more, to get a bill to his desk. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell emphasized that point when congressional leaders recently announced which lawmakers will serve on the committee that works to reconcile the two bills.
“Without major concessions and changes from House Democrats, this legislation has no chance of becoming law,” McConnell said.
House Democrats say their voices need to be heard during negotiations.
“We need to make sure that everyone has input,” said Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., chair of the New Democratic Coalition, a group that has 19 members participating in negotiations. “We have a strong bill in the House, and I think there’s important components there that the Senate should also consider.”
WHERE THINGS STAND
House and Senate leaders have selected lawmakers to join a committee tasked with merging the two bills into one.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi chose 49 Democrats and one Republican, Rep. Adam Kinzinger of Illinois, the only GOP member to vote for the House bill. Republican House leader Kevin McCarthy selected 31 Republicans for the committee.
McConnell and Democratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer each picked 13 senators.
The House has approved its participants, while the Senate still has some procedural work to do before it can do that.
The Senate bill is projected to increase spending by about $250 billion over 10 years. The House bill would boost spending by more than $400 billion over the period.
WHERE THERE IS MUCH AGREEMENT
The Senate and House bills allot more than $52 billion for semiconductor production and research. Grants and loans from the federal government would subsidize some of the cost of building or renovating semiconductor plants.
“The chips funding is absolutely the foundation of this bill — it’s a bipartisan foundation,” said Josh Teitelbaum, senior counsel at Akin Gump, a law and lobbying firm. “I think it is what is driving this toward the finish line.”
SOME OVERLAP, BUT KEY DIFFERENCES
Both bills authorize a big boost in spending for the National Science Foundation, but they have different priorities for the research receiving funding.
The Senate bill provides $29 billion over five years to a new directorate focused on strengthening U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, robotics and other cutting-edge technologies.
The House bill provides $13.3 billion over five years to a new directorate for science and engineering solutions. It lists climate change, environmental sustainability and social and economic inequality as part of the directorate’s focus.
The two sides will have to hammer out their competing visions for the National Science Foundation and the new tech directorate.
The two bills also establish regional technology hubs — with the Senate dedicating $10 billion to the program and the House dedicating $7 billion. The Senate bill calls for 20 such hubs, while the House bill authorizes at least 10.
The seed money would go to regional organizations seeking to advance a variety of economic and national security priorities.
The approach has bipartisan support from lawmakers with big rural and minority constituencies who want to ensure the money is not concentrated in universities or communities where a lot of tech research is already done.
WHERE THERE ARE MAJOR DIFFERENCES
The bills diverge on supply chain issues, trade, immigration and climate change, to name a few areas of disagreement.
One of the big-ticket items is a $45 billion program in the House bill to enhance supply chains in the U.S. There was no such provision in the Senate bill. The money would provide grants, loans or loan guarantees to companies, local governments and tribes trying to build or relocate manufacturing plants producing critical goods.
“This is a real area of focus for companies and for communities who want to try to bring back manufacturing,” Teitelbaum said. “There’s a lot of interest in including this funding in the final package.”
Another stark difference is on trade. The House reauthorizes a program that provides training and financial assistance for those who lose their jobs or have their hours cut because of increased imports. The Senate has no such provision.
“It’s not going to move without trade adjustment assistance,” Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., said of the bill.
Meanwhile, the Senate bill includes a trade provision that would exclude more products from tariffs the Trump administration put in place on goods imported from China. Those exclusions have almost all expired. The Senate bill reinstates them, a priority of business groups such as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
The House bill addresses immigration, while the Senate bill does not. It would create a new visa category for entrepreneurs and would allow those with an ownership interest in successful ventures to apply to become lawful permanent residents.
The House bill, unlike the Senate bill, also touches on climate change. It dedicates $8 billion to a fund that helps developing countries adjust to climate change. That could be a nonstarter for Republicans, who object to using U.S. taxpayer money for that purpose.
No one expects the negotiations to be easy.
“I have a hard time explaining to my friends and constituents,” said Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, “that when the White House is in favor of something, when Democrats are in favor of something, Republicans are in favor of something, the House is in favor of it, and the Senate is in favor of it, we still can’t seem to get it done. But I hope that we will take advantage of this opportunity.”
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On Tax Day, an extension may be better than rushing a return
WASHINGTON (AP) - Monday is Tax Day — the federal deadline for individual tax filing and payments — and the IRS expects to receive tens of millions of last-minute filings electronically and through paper forms.
As of April 8, the IRS had received more than 103 million returns for this tax season, and it had issued more than 63 million refunds worth more than $204 billion.
For comparison, last year more than 169 million people completed an income tax return by the end of the year. That probably leaves nearly 40% of this year’s taxpayers still unaccounted for, with many scrambling to submit their documents by Monday.
Nina Tross, executive director of the National Society of Tax Professionals, said that if people haven’t filed their taxes by now, “they’re better off filing an extension.”
But, she added, “People don’t realize that filing an extension has zero effect” as long as they have paid their income taxes by Tax Day.
“An extension is merely filing a return at a later date,” Tross said. “If you rush through a return to get it out the door, and you have to amend it later, you’re more likely to get a double look from the IRS.”
“You’re much better off extending than amending,” she said.
The IRS this year is facing its biggest backlog in history. At the end of the 2021 filing season, the agency had 35.3 million returns waiting for processing. One reason is that every paper document that goes into the IRS is processed by a human, according to the IRS.
Another is that the agency has administered massive coronavirus pandemic-related relief programs over the last several years — like the advanced Child Tax Credit.
And some forms are reviewed by IRS employees and treated as if submitted on paper even if they are e-filed.
This year will be one of the most challenging for the agency, with its record low staffing numbers. The IRS workforce is the same size it was in 1970, though the U.S. population has grown exponentially and tax laws have become increasingly complicated.
Lisa Greene-Lewis, a certified public accountant and a spokesperson at TurboTax, said that if people still intend to file a return by Tax Day, “I would gather all your documents in one place so you don’t leave anything out, like W-2s and 1099s.”
Important papers such as the “Letter 6419″ that outlines the Child Tax Credit payments a taxpayer should have received this year and the “Letter 6475″ for stimulus payments should also be on hand.
Greene-Lewis, who has been doing taxes for more than 20 years, said “you want to report the correct amount you received so you don’t have to have to make adjustments to your refund.”
Though the agency announced plans in March to hire at least 10,000 more workers to help process returns, administration officials say the IRS is in desperate need of more funding, as its budget has fallen over the last decade.
On a call with reporters, a senior Treasury official who spoke on the condition of anonymity said the IRS backlog could be remedied with higher funding levels, as the IRS’ budget has decreased by more than 15% in real terms.
The IRS has put out some information and helpful links for last-minute filers — stressing that “taxpayers should be careful to file a complete and accurate tax return. If a return includes errors or is incomplete, it may require further review.”
Keith Kahn, director/chair of the Delaware Society of CPAs, said he encourages everyone to file an electronic return.
When asked whether CPAs will accept clients on Tax Day, Kahn said it’s common for people to be turned away. But for those who can get an appointment, “make sure you have everything you could possibly provide to your CPA — there’s not a lot of time to hammer out strategy or to ask questions.”
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Alex Jones’ Infowars files for bankruptcy protection
VICTORIA, Texas (AP) — Infowars filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as the website’s founder and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones faces defamation lawsuits over his comments that the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting was a hoax.
The bankruptcy filing Sunday in Texas puts civil litigation on hold while the business reorganizes its finances.
In its court filing, Infowars said it had estimated assets of $50,000 or less and estimated liabilities of $1 million to $10 million. Creditors listed in the bankruptcy filing include relatives of some of the 20 children and six educators killed in the 2012 school massacre in Connecticut.
The plaintiffs in that case have said they have been subjected to harassment and death threats from Jones’ followers because of the hoax conspiracy that Jones promoted. Jones has since conceded the shooting did happen. The families have already won defamation lawsuits against Jones.
Another newly filed lawsuit accuses Jones of hiding millions of dollars in assets, but an attorney for Jones has called that allegation “ridiculous.”
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| 2022-04-18T12:31:34Z
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Boston Marathon returns to springtime spot for 126th running
HOPKINTON, Mass. (AP) — Runners were gearing up for the Boston Marathon on Monday, marking the return of the prestigious race to its springtime spot for the first time since the pandemic began.
At 6 a.m. in Hopkinton, Race Director Dave McGillivray sent out a group of about 20 from the Massachusetts National Guard, which walks the course annually, announcing the start of the 126th Boston Marathon. He told them that the “comeback is greater than the setback.”
McGillivray said in an interview that “it’s a new normal,” with some pandemic protocols still in place — like requiring participants to be vaccinated or show an exemption — “but it’s a normal.” He said he’s using the catchphrase because “we’re about to see that come to life.”
“We recognize that we’re not totally out of the woods. We’re still sensitive to the virus and requiring vaccinations,” he said. “We’re really not back to normal for the time being, but this is what the new normal is. The key is keeping everyone safe.”
The wheelchair divisions were to start shortly after 9 a.m., followed by the elite fields. Eleven former champions are competing. McGillivray said it’s “one of the greatest assembled pro fields of all time.”
It has been only six months since athletes raced 26.2 miles to Copley Square in Boston for the world’s oldest and most prestigious annual marathon.
The 2020 race was called off because of the pandemic, the first cancellation since the event began in 1897. And the 2021 version was postponed, then held in October. That was the first fall edition of the marathon. The field was smaller for social distancing and the crowds were smaller too, though no less enthusiastic.
More than 28,000 runners were signed up to run Monday on the Patriots’ Day holiday. It’s the marathon’s traditional spot on the calendar, on the day that commemorates the start of the Revolutionary War.
About one-third of the National Guard group marched in October, too. Capt. Gus Ashton, 29, said the crowds last year were great and he’s excited to get back out again and see even more people on the course.
“It’s still not quite normal, but it’s a lot closer to normal,” he said.
The Boston Athletic Association is marking the 50th anniversary of the first official women’s division, though the eight women who lined up alongside the men that year were not the first ones to run the race.
Bobbi Gibb is acknowledged as the first woman to run Boston. She finished in 1966 among the unofficial runners known as bandits. A year later, Kathrine Switzer signed up as “K.V. Switzer” and got an official bib. Race director Jock Semple tried to shove her off the course.
Nina Kuscsik’s 1972 victory is celebrated this year. Five of the original eight women are taking part in the celebrations. Valerie Rogosheske, who finished sixth in the 1972 race, will run again this year, along with her daughters, and serve as the honorary starter for the women’s elite field.
Amy Sipe, 46, of Dallastown, Pennsylvania said the anniversary makes this year’s race, her fourth time on the course, more exciting and special.
“I am grateful for the pioneering effort they made to make this possible for us today,” she said of her forerunners at the starting line. “Their courage and fortitude and determination to overcome all the obstacles made this possible for us today and women athletes everywhere. It spills over into other sports.”
Back then, she said, many people thought women could only run a couple of miles: “Here we are today. We are strong.”
Sipe traveled to the marathon with a running club based in Delaware, along with Alison McCann, 47, and Mardi Ung, 55. The two women from Pennsylvania both ran in October.
“It was taper, rest, repeat, then get back to training,” McCann described the past half year.
This year, the women’s field is one of the strongest ever. Reigning Olympic gold medalist Peres Jepchirchir, London and New York marathon winner Joyciline Jepkosgei, and Ethiopia’s Degitu Azimeraw all have personal bests that are faster than the Boston course record.
Kenya’s Benson Kipruto won the men’s race in October and will try to defend his title.
Ukrainians who were registered for the race were offered a refund or deferral to a future race if they could not or did not want to run this year. Residents of Russia and Belarus have been told they are not welcome.
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This winter blast wont last long
Temperatures in the 30s and 40s today; 70s and 80s by the end of the week
Widespread rain is falling across the region this morning. Even some snow is falling across the higher elevations in western Greenbrier and Pocahontas counties. Rain (and snow for some) will continue to fall throughout the day today. Some locally heavy downpours could lead to some ponding out on the roads. We will experience some gusty winds as well. Winds will be out of the southeast at 15-25 mph but winds could gust upwards of 40-50 mph at times.
Due to the snow and ice expected in the higher elevations in western Greenbrier and Pocahontas counties, Winter Weather Advisories have been issued until 8 pm. A few inches of snow is expected to fall (mainly on the grassy surfaces) and a glaze of ice is possible as well. With how warm we have been, many of the roads should stay wet, however, we can’t rule out some slick spots, especially in the highest elevations.
Winds will flip out of the northwest bringing in even cooler air. Lows will be in the 20s and 30s tonight but it will feel like the teens and 20s when you factor in the winds. Scattered rain showers will transition over to snow overnight. Little to no snow accumulation is expected for most due to warm ground and road temperatures. Up to an additional inch is possible in the higher elevations.
A few leftover upslope snow showers are possible tomorrow morning before we dry up during the afternoon hours with a mix of sun and clouds. Temperatures will be chilly but warmer than we are today with highs in the 40s and possibly the low 50s for the lower elevations.
We will warm up into the 60s for the middle of the week. Most will stay dry with a mix of sun and clouds, however, a few isolated showers are possible on Thursday as a weak cold front moves through the area.
Very mild air moves into the region for the end of the week as temperatures top off in the 70s and 80s! Make sure to stay tuned and catch the latest on WVVA.
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| 2022-04-18T12:31:47Z
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US, S Korea urge North’s return to talks after missile tests
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The U.S. special envoy for North Korea said Monday that Washington and Seoul agreed on the need for a strong response to North Korea’s recent spate of missile tests, though they remain open to dialogue with the country.
Sung Kim flew to South Korea on Monday for talks two days after North Korea conducted a new type of missile test in its 13th round of weapons firing this year. Experts say North Korea wants to advance its weapons arsenal and wrest concessions such as sanctions relief from its rivals.
Weapons tested include nuclear-capable missiles able to target both the U.S. mainland and its allies such as South Korea and Japan. There are concerns that North Korea may conduct a nuclear test soon to intensify its pressure campaign.
“We agreed on the need for a strong response to the destabilizing behavior we have seen” from North Korea, Kim told reporters after meeting with his South Korean counterpart. “(We) also agreed on the need to maintain the strongest possible joint deterrent capability on the peninsula.”
South Korean nuclear envoy Noh Kyu-duk said he and Kim shared concerns that North Korea will likely continue to engage in acts that raise regional tensions. He urged North Korea to return to talks.
Kim said the allies “have not closed the door on diplomacy” with North Korea and have “no hostile intent” toward the country. He repeated his earlier statement that the United States is ready to meet North Korea “anywhere, without any conditions.”
North Korea has so far rejected Kim’s outreach, saying the United States must first drop its hostile policy before talks can resume. Some experts say North Korea wants the U.S. to relax sanctions or suspend its regular military drills with South Korea, which it views as an invasion rehearsal.
Earlier Monday, the U.S. and South Korean militaries kicked off their springtime computer-simulated command post exercise. North Korea has previously responded to such drills with missile tests and warlike rhetoric.
North Korea said Sunday it tested a new tactical guided weapon a day earlier which would boost its nuclear fighting capability. Some analysts said the weapon is likely a short-range ballistic missile to be mounted with a tactical nuclear warhead capable of targeting South Korea.
Last month, North Korea test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile potentially capable of reaching the U.S. homeland in its first long-range weapons test since November 2017.
U.S.-led diplomacy meant to convince North Korea to abandon its nuclear ambitions in return for economic and political rewards remain largely stalemated since 2019.
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Woman who said deputy coerced her into baptism found dead
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WTVC) - The woman suing Hamilton County sheriff’s deputies over an alleged coerced baptism is dead.
Shandle Marie Riley, 42, was found dead at a home in Soddy-Daisy Wednesday.
Riley made headlines in 2019 after claiming deputies baptized her in Soddy Lake after a traffic stop.
“I think the history of it in the media will show that a baptism by a police officer in the line of duty, in exchange for leniency in a criminal case is beyond the pale,” said Robin Flores, Riley’s attorney.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said Riley was found dead at a residence in Soddy-Daisy.
“All I can tell you is that I learned late last night, or late yesterday afternoon, that she had apparently been found deceased,” Flores said.
Riley is one of several people suing Hamilton County Deputy Daniel Wilkey.
She claimed he stripped down to his underwear and baptized her in Soddy Lake after a traffic stop, offering a citation instead of an arrest if she agreed.
It’s an ongoing lawsuit that’s seen many delays due to the pandemic and other factors, and with Riley’s death comes another hurdle.
“It could impact it negatively to the point where we would have nobody to continue to prosecute it,” Flores said.
But her attorney said the case can still move forward.
“Her deposition has already been done. Her testimony is preserved,” Flores said.
She said a key factor will be whether Riley’s two surviving children want to take on the case.
“They would fill her shoes in essence,” Flores said.
It’s an ongoing case with more questions than answers about what happened at this lake and, now, at the home down this road.
Riley was due to be on court Monday on drug charges.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is awaiting her autopsy results to determine her cause of death.
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| 2022-04-18T12:32:00Z
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Alex Jones’ Infowars files for bankruptcy protection
VICTORIA, Texas (AP) — Infowars filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as the website’s founder and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones faces defamation lawsuits over his comments that the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting was a hoax.
The bankruptcy filing Sunday in Texas puts civil litigation on hold while the business reorganizes its finances.
In its court filing, Infowars said it had estimated assets of $50,000 or less and estimated liabilities of $1 million to $10 million. Creditors listed in the bankruptcy filing include relatives of some of the 20 children and six educators killed in the 2012 school massacre in Connecticut.
The plaintiffs in that case have said they have been subjected to harassment and death threats from Jones’ followers because of the hoax conspiracy that Jones promoted. Jones has since conceded the shooting did happen. The families have already won defamation lawsuits against Jones.
Another newly filed lawsuit accuses Jones of hiding millions of dollars in assets, but an attorney for Jones has called that allegation “ridiculous.”
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Biden to require US-made steel, iron for infrastructure
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is taking a key step toward ensuring that federal dollars will support U.S. manufacturing — issuing requirements for how projects funded by the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package source their construction material.
The guidance being issued Monday requires that the material purchased — whether it’s for a bridge, a highway, a water pipe or broadband internet — be produced in the U.S., according to administration officials. However, the rules also set up a process to waive those requirements in case there are not enough domestic producers or the material costs too much, with the goal of issuing fewer waivers over time as U.S. manufacturing capacity increases.
“There are going to be additional opportunities for good jobs in the manufacturing sector,” said Celeste Drake, director of Made in America at the White House Office of Management and Budget.
President Joe Biden hopes to create more jobs, ease supply chain strains and reduce the reliance on China and other nations with interests that diverge from America’s. With inflation at a 40-year high ahead of the 2022 midterm elections, he’s betting that more domestic production will ultimately reduce price pressures to blunt Republican attacks that his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package initially triggered higher prices.
“From Day One, every action I’ve taken to rebuild our economy has been guided by one principle: Made in America,” Biden said Thursday in Greensboro, North Carolina. “It takes a federal government that doesn’t just give lip service to buying American but actually takes action.”
Biden said that the roughly $700 billion the government devotes annually to procuring goods is supposed to prioritize U.S. suppliers but regulations going back to the 1930s have either been watered down or applied in ways that masked the use of foreign imports.
The administration could not say what percentage of construction material for existing infrastructure projects is U.S.-made, even though the federal government is already spending $350 billion on construction this year. The new guidelines would enable government officials to know how many dollars go to U.S. workers and factories.
Tucked into the bipartisan infrastructure package that became law last November was a requirement that starting on May 14 “none of the funds” allocated to federal agencies for projects may be spent “unless all of the iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in the project are produced in the United States.” That’s according to Monday’s 17-page guidance.
The guidance includes three standards for these requirements to be waived: if the purchase “would be inconsistent with the public interest”; if the needed materials aren’t produced “in sufficient and reasonably available quantities or of a satisfactory quality”; or if U.S. materials increase a project’s cost by more than 25%.
American manufacturers are about 170,000 jobs short of the 12.8 million factory jobs held in 2019, as manufacturing jobs began to decline before the pandemic began. But the U.S. has 6.9 million fewer manufacturing jobs compared with the 1979 peak, a loss caused by outsourcing and automation.
Getting more industrial jobs will likely mean adding more factories and assembly lines — as manufacturers are operating at a 78.7% capacity, which the Federal Reserve notes is above the historical average.
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Boston Marathon returns to springtime spot for 126th running
HOPKINTON, Mass. (AP) — Runners were gearing up for the Boston Marathon on Monday, marking the return of the prestigious race to its springtime spot for the first time since the pandemic began.
At 6 a.m. in Hopkinton, Race Director Dave McGillivray sent out a group of about 20 from the Massachusetts National Guard, which walks the course annually, announcing the start of the 126th Boston Marathon. He told them that the “comeback is greater than the setback.”
McGillivray said in an interview that “it’s a new normal,” with some pandemic protocols still in place — like requiring participants to be vaccinated or show an exemption — “but it’s a normal.” He said he’s using the catchphrase because “we’re about to see that come to life.”
“We recognize that we’re not totally out of the woods. We’re still sensitive to the virus and requiring vaccinations,” he said. “We’re really not back to normal for the time being, but this is what the new normal is. The key is keeping everyone safe.”
The wheelchair divisions were to start shortly after 9 a.m., followed by the elite fields. Eleven former champions are competing. McGillivray said it’s “one of the greatest assembled pro fields of all time.”
It has been only six months since athletes raced 26.2 miles to Copley Square in Boston for the world’s oldest and most prestigious annual marathon.
The 2020 race was called off because of the pandemic, the first cancellation since the event began in 1897. And the 2021 version was postponed, then held in October. That was the first fall edition of the marathon. The field was smaller for social distancing and the crowds were smaller too, though no less enthusiastic.
More than 28,000 runners were signed up to run Monday on the Patriots’ Day holiday. It’s the marathon’s traditional spot on the calendar, on the day that commemorates the start of the Revolutionary War.
About one-third of the National Guard group marched in October, too. Capt. Gus Ashton, 29, said the crowds last year were great and he’s excited to get back out again and see even more people on the course.
“It’s still not quite normal, but it’s a lot closer to normal,” he said.
The Boston Athletic Association is marking the 50th anniversary of the first official women’s division, though the eight women who lined up alongside the men that year were not the first ones to run the race.
Bobbi Gibb is acknowledged as the first woman to run Boston. She finished in 1966 among the unofficial runners known as bandits. A year later, Kathrine Switzer signed up as “K.V. Switzer” and got an official bib. Race director Jock Semple tried to shove her off the course.
Nina Kuscsik’s 1972 victory is celebrated this year. Five of the original eight women are taking part in the celebrations. Valerie Rogosheske, who finished sixth in the 1972 race, will run again this year, along with her daughters, and serve as the honorary starter for the women’s elite field.
Amy Sipe, 46, of Dallastown, Pennsylvania said the anniversary makes this year’s race, her fourth time on the course, more exciting and special.
“I am grateful for the pioneering effort they made to make this possible for us today,” she said of her forerunners at the starting line. “Their courage and fortitude and determination to overcome all the obstacles made this possible for us today and women athletes everywhere. It spills over into other sports.”
Back then, she said, many people thought women could only run a couple of miles: “Here we are today. We are strong.”
Sipe traveled to the marathon with a running club based in Delaware, along with Alison McCann, 47, and Mardi Ung, 55. The two women from Pennsylvania both ran in October.
“It was taper, rest, repeat, then get back to training,” McCann described the past half year.
This year, the women’s field is one of the strongest ever. Reigning Olympic gold medalist Peres Jepchirchir, London and New York marathon winner Joyciline Jepkosgei, and Ethiopia’s Degitu Azimeraw all have personal bests that are faster than the Boston course record.
Kenya’s Benson Kipruto won the men’s race in October and will try to defend his title.
Ukrainians who were registered for the race were offered a refund or deferral to a future race if they could not or did not want to run this year. Residents of Russia and Belarus have been told they are not welcome.
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Detroit pastors fill gas tanks over Easter weekend
Published: Apr. 18, 2022 at 8:58 AM EDT|Updated: 13 minutes ago
DETROIT (WDIV) - Some pastors in Detroit spent the holiest weekend on the Christian calendar by easing their congregation’s pain at the pump.
The religious and community leaders were filling up gas tanks instead of Easter baskets.
In service to their community, they provided $6,000 worth of gas in 10-gallon increments to dozens of motorists in need.
In addition to filling up the cars, the pastors offered prayers for safe travel.
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Luray man collects over 1,200 toy tractors
LURAY, Va. (WHSV) -
It’s a collection unlike any other. For the past 30 years, Chuck Leverich of Luray has been collecting toy tractors.
“I actually started this collection in 1990. For the first 10 years, it was in the basement in Northern Virginia no display or nothing, and then of course when we did this house I did a little bit of planning and came up with what you see,” said Leverich.
Leverich grew up on a farm in Wisconsin and ever since has had a love for tractors, specifically Allis Chalmers.
“I’ve got toys that resemble the same toy that I had earlier, plus what was on the farm,” said Leverich.
His collection is huge. The nearly 1,200 pieces live in his climate-controlled basement so they stay in pristine condition.
Leverich also has his hands on lots of apparel and signage.
At 82 years old, Leverich says it is time to say goodbye to the beloved tractors and auction them off.
“My age, my health. It’s time that I do that I do that,” said Leverich.
The auction is set for August 26th and 27th at 4522 N Sherman St. in Mt. Wolf, PA. The two-day public auction is both online and in-person. You can visit this website or call 717-577-1886 for more information.
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Ukrainian governor: Russian strikes kill at least 7 in Lviv
VIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian missiles hit the western Ukrainian city of Lviv on Monday, killing at least seven people, Ukrainian officials said, as Moscow’s troops stepped up strikes on infrastructure in preparation for an all-out assault on the east.
Plumes of thick, black smoke rose over the city after a series of explosions shattered windows and started fires. Lviv and the rest of western Ukraine have seen only sporadic strikes during almost two months of war and have become a relative safe haven for people from parts of the country where fighting has been more intense.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, meanwhile, vowed to “fight absolutely to the end” in strategically vital Mariupol, where the last known pocket of resistance in a seven-week siege was holed up in a sprawling steel plant laced with tunnels. Russia has repeatedly urged forces there to lay down their arms, but those remaining ignored a surrender-or-die ultimatum on Sunday.
Seven people were killed and 11 wounded in overnight missile strikes, according to Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi and the regional governor, Maksym Kozytskyy. The governor said the Russian strikes hit three military infrastructure facilities and an auto mechanic shop. He said the wounded included a child, and emergency teams were battling fires caused by the strikes.
A hotel sheltering Ukrainians who had fled fighting farther east was among the buildings badly damaged in the attack, the mayor said.
“The nightmare of war has caught up with us even in Lviv,” said Lyudmila Turchak, 47, who fled with two children from the eastern city Kharkiv. “There is no longer anywhere in Ukraine where we can feel safe.”
A powerful explosion also rocked Vasylkiv, a town south of the capital of Kyiv that is home to a military airbase, according to residents. Video posted on social media sites showed smoke in the area after the blast. It was not immediately clear what was hit, and there was no official confirmation from authorities.
Military analysts say Russia is increasing its strikes on weapons factories, railways and other infrastructure targets across Ukraine to wear down the country’s ability to resist a major ground offensive in the Donbas, Ukraine’s mostly Russian-speaking eastern industrial heartland.
The Russian military said its missiles struck more than 20 military targets in eastern and central Ukraine in the past day — including ammunition depots, command headquarters and groups of troops and vehicles. Meanwhile, it said artillery hit another 315 Ukrainian targets, and warplanes conducted 108 strikes on Ukrainian troops and military equipment. The claims couldn’t be independently verified.
Gen. Richard Dannatt, a former head of the British Army, told Sky News the strikes were part of a “softening-up” campaign by Russia ahead of a planned ground offensive in the Donbas.
Ukraine’s government halted civilian evacuations for a second day on Monday, saying Russian forces were shelling and blocking the humanitarian corridors.
Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk said Ukraine had been negotiating passage from cities and towns in eastern and southeastern Ukraine, including Mariupol and other areas in the Donbas. The government of the Luhansk region in the Donbas said four civilians trying to flee were shot dead by Russian forces.
Russia is bent on capturing the Donbas, where Moscow-backed separatists already control some territory, after its attempt to take the capital failed.
“We are doing everything to ensure the defense” of eastern Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in his nightly address to the nation on Sunday.
The looming offensive in the east, if successful, would give Russian President Vladimir Putin a badly needed victory to point to amid the war’s mounting casualties and the economic hardship caused by Western sanctions.
The capture of Mariupol is seen as a key step in preparations for any eastern assault since it would free Russian troops up for that new campaign. The fall of the city on the Sea of Azov would also hand Russia its biggest military victory of the war, giving it full control of a land corridor to the Crimean Peninsula, which it seized in 2014, and depriving Ukraine of a major port and prized industrial assets.
Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Hanna Malyar has described Mariupol as a “shield defending Ukraine.”
The city has been reduced to rubble in the siege, but a few thousand fighters, by Russia’s estimate, are holding on to the giant, 11-square-kilometer (4-square-mile) Azovstal steel mill.
“We will fight absolutely to the end, to the win, in this war,” Shmyhal, Ukraine’s prime minister, vowed Sunday on ABC’s “This Week.” He said Ukraine is prepared to end the war through diplomacy if possible, “but we do not have intention to surrender.”
The relentless bombardment of Mariupol — including at a maternity hospital and a theater where civilians were sheltering — along with street fighting have killed at least 21,000 people, by Ukrainian estimates. An estimated 100,000 people remain in the city out of a prewar population of 450,000, trapped without food, water, heat or electricity.
A pro-Russian Ukrainian politician who was arrested last week on a treason charge appeared in a video offering himself in exchange for the evacuation of Mariupol’s trapped civilians. Ukraine’s state security services posted the video of Viktor Medvedchuk, the former leader of a pro-Russian opposition party with personal ties to Putin.
It was not clear whether Medvedchuk was speaking under duress.
After the humiliating sinking of the flagship of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet last week in what the Ukrainians boasted was a missile attack, the Kremlin had vowed to step up strikes on Ukraine’s capital.
Ukraine says it hit the Russian warship Moskva with two Neptune missiles; Russia said only that it sank while being towed after a fire. Russia said its crew evacuated, but their fates remained unclear. Footage posted by the Russian military on Sunday showed Russia’s naval commander inspecting rows of sailors, identified as being from the ship, in the Moskva’s home port of Sevastopol in Crimea. It was unclear how many sailors were in the group.
Recent aerial attacks have also hit Kyiv and the eastern city of Kharkiv, where shelling on Monday killed at least three people and wounded three others, according to AP journalists on the scene. One of the dead was a woman who appeared to be going out to collect water in the rain. She was found lying bloodied with a water canister and umbrella by her side.
At least five people were killed by Russian shelling in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, on Sunday, regional officials said.
Zelenskyy called Sunday’s bombing in Kharkiv “nothing but deliberate terror.”
Zelenskyy also appealed for a stronger international response to what he said was the brutality of Russian troops in parts of southern Ukraine, where he accused them of torture and kidnappings. He urged the world to send more weapons and apply tougher sanctions against Moscow.
Putin repeated his insistence that the Western sanctions “blitz” against Russia had failed. The Russian leader said the West had not managed to “upset the financial-economic situation, provoke panic in the markets, the collapse of the banking system and shortages in stores,” though he acknowledged a sharp hike in consumer prices in Russia, saying they rose by 17.5% as of April.
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This story has been updated to correct the attribution on the first partial quote about fighting to the end to Ukraine’s prime minister, not president. It has also been updated to correct the wounded toll to 11 people, not 12.
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Associated Press journalists Nico Maounis and Philip Crowther in Lviv, contributed to this report, as did other AP staff around the world.
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US, S Korea urge North’s return to talks after missile tests
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The U.S. special envoy for North Korea said Monday that Washington and Seoul agreed on the need for a strong response to North Korea’s recent spate of missile tests, though they remain open to dialogue with the country.
Sung Kim flew to South Korea on Monday for talks two days after North Korea conducted a new type of missile test in its 13th round of weapons firing this year. Experts say North Korea wants to advance its weapons arsenal and wrest concessions such as sanctions relief from its rivals.
Weapons tested include nuclear-capable missiles able to target both the U.S. mainland and its allies such as South Korea and Japan. There are concerns that North Korea may conduct a nuclear test soon to intensify its pressure campaign.
“We agreed on the need for a strong response to the destabilizing behavior we have seen” from North Korea, Kim told reporters after meeting with his South Korean counterpart. “(We) also agreed on the need to maintain the strongest possible joint deterrent capability on the peninsula.”
South Korean nuclear envoy Noh Kyu-duk said he and Kim shared concerns that North Korea will likely continue to engage in acts that raise regional tensions. He urged North Korea to return to talks.
Kim said the allies “have not closed the door on diplomacy” with North Korea and have “no hostile intent” toward the country. He repeated his earlier statement that the United States is ready to meet North Korea “anywhere, without any conditions.”
North Korea has so far rejected Kim’s outreach, saying the United States must first drop its hostile policy before talks can resume. Some experts say North Korea wants the U.S. to relax sanctions or suspend its regular military drills with South Korea, which it views as an invasion rehearsal.
Earlier Monday, the U.S. and South Korean militaries kicked off their springtime computer-simulated command post exercise. North Korea has previously responded to such drills with missile tests and warlike rhetoric.
North Korea said Sunday it tested a new tactical guided weapon a day earlier which would boost its nuclear fighting capability. Some analysts said the weapon is likely a short-range ballistic missile to be mounted with a tactical nuclear warhead capable of targeting South Korea.
Last month, North Korea test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile potentially capable of reaching the U.S. homeland in its first long-range weapons test since November 2017.
U.S.-led diplomacy meant to convince North Korea to abandon its nuclear ambitions in return for economic and political rewards remain largely stalemated since 2019.
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White House Easter Egg Roll returns
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House hopes to stir up some “egg-citement” when the Easter Egg Roll returns on Monday after a two-year, coronavirus-induced hiatus.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden expect to welcome some 30,000 kids and their adult chaperones for the egg roll, an egg hunt and other activities.
The first lady, who is also a teacher, has named it the “Egg-ucation Roll,” the White House said, and is turning the South Lawn into a school community with a variety of educational stations.
It’s the first Easter Egg Roll to be hosted by the Bidens, who are expected to address the crowd and join in some of the fun, although rain was in Monday’s weather forecast.
The COVID-19 pandemic led the White House to cancel the event in 2020 and 2021.
Besides the egg roll and hunt, the all-day event will include a schoolhouse activity area, a reading nook, a talent show, a place to teach children about farming, a photo-taking station, a physical “egg-ucation” zone with an obstacle course and other exercise stations, and a “cafetorium” where children and their families will learn to make treats.
The “egg-stravaganza” will get a celebrity splash through the participation of “Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon, singer Ciara and actor-singer Kristin Chenoweth.
More than two dozen costumed characters will also be on hand, including Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat, the Racing Presidents mascots for the Washington Nationals of Major League Baseball, Rosita and Cookie Monster from “Sesame Street” and Snoopy and Charlie Brown, among others.
Military families will be among the 30,000 participants, including crew members of the USS Delaware and their families. The first lady serves as sponsor of the nuclear attack submarine, which the president commissioned during a ceremony this month in Wilmington, Delaware.
Members of the general public received tickets through an online lottery.
The egg roll is always the largest event at the White House, and it will be the Bidens’ first big event. It will unfold in five waves beginning at 7:30 a.m. and ending at 6:30 p.m.
The return of this Easter tradition is a sign that the White House is opening up again despite a recent spurt of COVID-19 cases among some Cabinet members, White House staff, Vice President Kamala Harris’ husband and members of Congress, including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Self-guided, public tours of the executive mansion also resumed on Friday in a limited fashion, after they also were halted in 2020 because of the pandemic.
Stewart McLaurin, president of the White House Historical Association, said he was happy that public access to the executive mansion was “front and center” once again.
“As important as security is here, it’s also important that we keep the people’s house accessible to the people,” McLaurin said Friday.
The White House Easter Egg Roll dates to 1878.
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Woman who said deputy coerced her into baptism found dead
SODDY-DAISY, Tenn. (WTVC) - The woman suing Hamilton County sheriff’s deputies over an alleged coerced baptism is dead.
Shandle Marie Riley, 42, was found dead at a home in Soddy-Daisy Wednesday.
Riley made headlines in 2019 after claiming deputies baptized her in Soddy Lake after a traffic stop.
“I think the history of it in the media will show that a baptism by a police officer in the line of duty, in exchange for leniency in a criminal case is beyond the pale,” said Robin Flores, Riley’s attorney.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said Riley was found dead at a residence in Soddy-Daisy.
“All I can tell you is that I learned late last night, or late yesterday afternoon, that she had apparently been found deceased,” Flores said.
Riley is one of several people suing Hamilton County Deputy Daniel Wilkey.
She claimed he stripped down to his underwear and baptized her in Soddy Lake after a traffic stop, offering a citation instead of an arrest if she agreed.
It’s an ongoing lawsuit that’s seen many delays due to the pandemic and other factors, and with Riley’s death comes another hurdle.
“It could impact it negatively to the point where we would have nobody to continue to prosecute it,” Flores said.
But her attorney said the case can still move forward.
“Her deposition has already been done. Her testimony is preserved,” Flores said.
She said a key factor will be whether Riley’s two surviving children want to take on the case.
“They would fill her shoes in essence,” Flores said.
It’s an ongoing case with more questions than answers about what happened at this lake and, now, at the home down this road.
Riley was due to be on court Monday on drug charges.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is awaiting her autopsy results to determine her cause of death.
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NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alleghany Corporation (NYSE: Y) today announced the end of the "go-shop" period under the previously announced definitive merger agreement with Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK.A; BRK.B). Under the terms of the agreement, Alleghany and its representatives were permitted to solicit and consider alternative acquisition proposals from third parties until April 14, 2022.
During the go-shop period, Alleghany and its financial advisor solicited alternative acquisition proposals from 31 potentially interested third parties. Despite these efforts, Alleghany did not receive any alternative acquisition proposals. Following the expiration of the "go-shop", Alleghany became bound by customary "no-shop" restrictions under the definitive merger agreement that limit its and its representatives' ability to initiate, solicit or engage in discussions or negotiations regarding alternative acquisition proposals from third parties, except as otherwise permitted by the agreement, subject to compliance by Alleghany's Board of Directors with its fiduciary duties. There is no termination fee payable in the event of any termination of the merger agreement.
The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2022, subject to customary closing conditions, including approval by Alleghany stockholders and receipt of regulatory approvals.
Goldman, Sachs & Co. LLC is serving as financial advisor and Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is serving as legal advisor to Alleghany.
About Alleghany
Alleghany Corporation owns operating subsidiaries and manages investments, anchored by a core position in property and casualty reinsurance and insurance. Alleghany's property and casualty subsidiaries include: Transatlantic Holdings, Inc., a leading global reinsurer; RSUI Group, Inc., which underwrites wholesale specialty insurance coverages; and CapSpecialty, Inc., an underwriter of specialty casualty and surety insurance coverages. Alleghany's subsidiary Alleghany Capital Corporation owns and supports a diverse portfolio of eight non-financial businesses.
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This release contains disclosures, which may be deemed "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Various forward-looking statements in this release relate to the acquisition by Berkshire Hathaway of Alleghany Corporation. Important transaction-related and other risk factors that may cause these forward-looking statements to differ include: (i) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement; (ii) the completion of the transaction on anticipated terms and timing, including obtaining required stockholder and regulatory approvals, and the satisfaction of other conditions to the completion of the transaction; (iii) significant transaction costs associated with the transaction; (iv) potential litigation relating to the transaction, including the effects of any outcomes related thereto; (v) the risk that disruptions from the transaction will harm Alleghany's business, including current plans and operations; (vi) the ability of Alleghany to retain and hire key personnel; and (vii) potential adverse reactions or changes to business relationships resulting from the announcement or completion of the transaction.
Additional risks and uncertainties are discussed in Alleghany's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year-ended December 31, 2021 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and subsequent filings with the SEC. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and are based on information available at that time. Alleghany does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent circumstances or events.
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In connection with the transaction with Berkshire Hathaway, Alleghany filed a preliminary proxy statement with the SEC on April 11, 2022. The definitive version of the proxy statement (if and when available) will be mailed or otherwise delivered to Alleghany's stockholders.
ALLEGHANY'S STOCKHOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT (INCLUDING ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS THERETO) AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS THAT ARE FILED OR WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC, CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS.
Investors and security holders may obtain, free of charge, copies of the proxy statement (when it is available) and other documents that are filed or will be filed with the SEC by Alleghany through the website maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov, the Investor Relations portion of Alleghany's website at https://www.alleghany.com/investor-relations/ or by contacting Dale James at 212-752-1356.
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BRIDGEWATER, N.J., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Show us how you #LiveYourGreatness with Allegra! With allergies out of the way, Allegra wants to celebrate how you live your best life. Allegra will be giving away up to $16,000 in prizes including 10 $100 eGift Cards per week and a $10,000 Dream Vacation! For more details on how to enter, visit www.allegralygsweeps.com.
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Hawaiian-Inspired lifestyle brand brings comfort to the course
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifestyle brand OluKai, says Aloha to our first sports performance line with the introduction of men's and women's golf shoes. OluKai is a Hawaiian-inspired footwear company best known for their underfoot comfort, high quality leathers and detailed craftsmanship. The events of the past week have underscored the importance of comfort in a golf shoe and we believe we are uniquely positioned to bring a new level of comfort to the sport.
Hawai'i and golf are synonymous for many who love the escape provided by the endless sunny days, windswept fairways and ocean-lined holes. We believe there's never a bad golf day in Hawai'i and are thrilled to be joining the foursome.
"Modern golf attire is shifting towards a more casual, lifestyle aesthetic," said Kerry Konrady, CMO of OluKai. "With Aloha Golf, OluKai delivers an active comfort spikeless shoe that completes the outfit on and off the course."
OluKai's golf line will include four different shoes, two for him and two for her, each created with the Wet Sand Principle™, a comfort design philosophy that your shoes should mimic the feeling of walking in wet stand, toes splayed, arch supported and heel cupped with every step. Each shoe features removable/washable dual density polyurethane footbeds as well as wet-grip rubber spikeless outsoles with multidirectional traction. The four golf styles feature our signature Drop-In Heel(R) designed for easy on/off functionality.
The Waialae is a men's leather shoe, constructed out of waterproof leather to withstand the dawn patrol dew. This is a modern golf sneaker with a spikeless outsole designed to keep a golfer grounded throughout the swing. Wailalae comes in three striking colors - white, stone and dark wood and retails for $160.
The Kapalua is a men's water-resistant textile shoe designed to fit the modern golfer. The DWR coated upper provides breathability and water repellency. The wind-inspired leather detailing provides enhanced lateral stability. It comes in two colors, black and poi and retails for $150.
The women's Wailea is a modern waterproof leather golf shoe constructed for all year wear. The outsole is golf specific with spikeless construction for traction through the swing, while the heel drops-down marking the transition off the course into more casual wear. Offered in three colors - white, tan and stone and retails for $160.
The Kawela, a sporty women's silhouette, featuring a breathable yet water-resistant mesh upper with mudguard for extra protection. Its stretchy upper makes this golf shoe easy to pull on and provides great security through the swing. Available in pavement and sage colors and retails for $150.
"We set out to put everything we know about comfort into a golf shoe that performs on the course. They had to meet all of the demands of the course and swing from tee to green, while still being the most comfortable golf shoes you've ever walked 18 holes in." Blaine Conrad, VP Product.
Professional Golfers Agree:
"They just stayed with me on every single swing. I never had any slippage, and they are extremely comfortable. The arch support that you have in this golf shoe is the first time I've ever had arch support that hugs your feet like this in a golf shoe."
- Hunter Larson, PGA Professional
"The thing that I look for in shoes is not only having comfort, but also traction and stability, because usually when you have really comfortable shoes, they lack stability, but that was not the case with these. I felt like I could feel the ground, but I also had something to really push off, which is great."
- Hannah Greg, Professional Golfer, Canadian Tour
You can find product images of the line here.
Lifestyle images shot at the exclusive Kukio Beach and Golf Club, Hawaii Island, found here.
About OluKai: OluKai is a sought-after lifestyle brand that believes everyone, no matter where they are, can live Aloha. OluKai products feature thoughtful design elements and handcrafted details inspired by the ocean lifestyle. In addition to their own growing footprint of retail locations in Hawaiʻi, OluKai is committed to partnering with best-of-class retailers with whom they share an unwavering pursuit of excellence. OluKai's spirit is shared by others through the Ama OluKai Foundation, a 501(c)(3) created to formalize the company's giveback initiatives. Every OluKai sold supports Ama OluKai Foundation's mission in Hawaiʻi. OluKai is one of less than 4,000 brands worldwide to be Certified B-Corporation; in production, OluKai helps minimize waste water, reduce hazardous substances in manufacturing and build quality products that last longer, lessening their manufacturing footprint. For more information visit www.OluKai.com or #AnywhereAloha.
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DALLAS, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford Inc. (NYSE American: AINC) ("Ashford" or the "Company") today announced that Remington Hotels ("Remington"), a dynamic, growing, independent hotel management company with over 40 years of experience in the hospitality business and a wholly-owned portfolio company of Ashford, has acquired privately held Chesapeake Hospitality ("Chesapeake"), a premier third-party hotel management company. Ashford is acquiring Chesapeake for an initial consideration of $15.75 million, payable with $6.3 million in cash and $9.45 million of a new Series CHP Convertible Preferred Unit, which will pay a 7.28% annual dividend and have a $117.50 conversion price per share. Chesapeake will also have the ability to earn up to $10.25 million of additional consideration based on its base management fee contribution for the trailing 12-month ("TTM") periods ending March 2024 and March 2025 for a total potential consideration of $26 million. Should Chesapeake's performance result in the full earnout for the seller, Ashford expects $5.3 million of EBITDA contribution for the full year of 2024, which would represent an acquisition multiple of 4.9x EBITDA.
With 65 years of experience helping hotel owners and real estate investors in the eastern United States, Chesapeake joins Remington with a complementary vision and mission. Chesapeake is known for its legacy of creating asset value by performing re-brandings and re-positionings, and has a reputation for helping client hotels achieve their full potential through exceptional guest experiences and reliable performance.
The strategic transaction is expected to increase the scale and scope of Remington's hotel management business while expanding Remington's geographic footprint to complementary Midwestern markets, including Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Detroit, and St. Louis. Further, the acquisition adds several IHG Hotels & Resorts to its portfolio, as well as the 877 key Showboat Atlantic City, which will be the largest hotel in Remington's portfolio. The combined company will operate under the Remington brand and will be focused on leveraging its enhanced scale to pursue profitable growth opportunities, including the continued expansion of hotel management business to third parties. This transaction also diversifies Remington's client base away from the Company's advised REITs. As a result of the acquisition, Remington's mix of third party hotels will increase from approximately 20% to approximately 40%.
"Though the hospitality space has faced massive challenges over the past few years, Remington has remained steadfast in its commitment to being the best hotel manager in the industry," commented Remington President and Chief Executive Officer, Sloan Dean. "By melding Chesapeake's culture and know-how with ours, we believe we are well-positioned to cultivate even stronger relationships with our properties' owners by providing them with more resources, better economies of scale, and a more satisfying guest experience."
"I'm so proud that Chesapeake is joining Remington, a company that is known for its stellar results and has made a real cultural shift in the hotel management space," said Chris Green, former President and CEO of Chesapeake and newly appointed Divisional President of Remington Hotels. "This partnership will be a practice in blending two companies that have operated in different geographical lanes and have a steadfast commitment to doing what is best for their clients and employees. I'm looking forward to taking the service our clients know and love to the next level as we access the resources Remington has to offer."
"This is a powerful combination of two highly complementary and synergistic businesses, and we are confident this transaction will come as a value-added partnership to our combined third-party client base," commented Monty J. Bennett, Ashford's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "This is a terrific acquisition for Remington, and underscores Ashford's commitment to supporting our portfolio companies as they execute on organic and inorganic growth initiatives to create shareholder value."
With the completion of this acquisition, Remington now manages 121 hotels in 28 states across 25 brands, including 19 independent and boutique properties. The combined company will be headquartered in Dallas, where Remington's management will oversee day-to-day operations of its entire national portfolio of properties. Upon integration, all former Chesapeake managed hotels will remain under the same teams to ensure continued delivery of excellent service to owners and guests.
Included in this press release are references to Chesapeake's EBITDA contribution, which is a non-GAAP financial measure. The Company is not providing a reconciliation of Chesapeake's expected EBITDA contribution to Chesapeake's net income contribution because the Company is unable to predict with reasonable certainty the reconciling items that may affect net income without unreasonable effort. These reconciling items are uncertain, depend on various factors, and could significantly impact, either individually or in the aggregate, the GAAP measures for the applicable period.
The Company presents Chesapeake's EBITDA contribution because it is used extensively by our management and board of directors to evaluate the impact of the acquisition of Chesapeake on our operational performance. Accordingly, the Company believes that the EBITDA contribution provides useful information to investors and others in understanding and evaluating its operating results in the same manner as its management team and board of directors. This metric, however, has limitations as a financial measure, and investors should not consider it in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP. The Company urges investors to carefully review the GAAP financial information as shown in our subsequent periodic reports on Form 10-Q and our Current Reports on Form 8-K.
Ashford is an alternative asset management company with a portfolio of strategic operating businesses that provides global asset management, investment management and related services to the real estate and hospitality sectors.
Certain statements and assumptions in this press release, including without limitation statements regarding Chesapeake's EBITDA contribution, contain or are based upon "forward-looking" information and are being made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, among others, statements about the Company's strategy and future plans. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. When we use the words "will likely result," "may," "anticipate," "estimate," "should," "expect," "believe," "intend," or similar expressions, we intend to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to numerous assumptions and uncertainties, many of which are outside Ashford Inc.'s control.
These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated, including, without limitation: the impact of COVID-19, including one or more possible recurrences of COVID-19 case surges that would cause state and local governments to reinstate travel restrictions and the rate of adoption and efficacy of vaccines to prevent COVID-19, on our business and investment strategy; our ability to maintain compliance with NYSE American LLC continued listing standards; our ability to regain Form S-3 eligibility; our ability to repay, refinance or restructure our debt and the debt of certain of our subsidiaries; anticipated or expected purchases or sales of assets; our projected operating results; completion of any pending transactions; our understanding of our competition; market trends; projected capital expenditures; the impact of technology on our operations and business; general volatility of the capital markets and the market price of our common stock and preferred stock; availability, terms and deployment of capital; availability of qualified personnel; changes in our industry and the markets in which we operate, interest rates or the general economy; and the degree and nature of our competition. These and other risk factors are more fully discussed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The forward-looking statements included in this press release are only made as of the date of this press release. Such forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions, and expectations of our future performance taking into account all information currently known to us. These beliefs, assumptions, and expectations can change as a result of many potential events or factors, not all of which are known to us. If a change occurs, our business, financial condition, liquidity, results of operations, plans, and other objectives may vary materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements. You should carefully consider this risk when you make an investment decision concerning our securities. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The Company can give no assurance that these forward-looking statements will be attained or that any deviation will not occur. We are not obligated to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or circumstances, changes in expectations, or otherwise, except to the extent required by law.
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Findings also confirm platform's capabilities for wound and skin clinical trials
PITTSBURGH, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Net Health, a leading provider of software and analytics for medical specialties, announced the recent publication of a study reviewing the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled mobile wound care applications developed by Net Health. The study showed that these applications provide better documentation, are easy to use, engage patients, and drive improvements in wound measurement and management.
Conducted by Australian New South Wales (NSW) Health Service, the study looked at the performance of Net Health's Tissue Analytics' wound imaging and analysis platform in multiple sites, including a senior care ward, colorectal ward, an outpatient dermatology clinic, and primary care physicians' offices.
In addition to highlighting the platform's value in clinical settings, the findings provide helpful insights for researchers looking to conduct decentralized and hybrid clinical trials involving wounds, skin lesions, and visible skin conditions in a post-pandemic world.
The study was published in the International Wound Journal. The e-clinical platform was tested on 124 patients with 184 wounds compared with the standard care group, consisting of 166 patients with 243 wounds. Results showed several statistically significant outcomes related to use of the platform, including the completeness of documentation based on the number of dressing changes compared to standard care, pain, size, exudate, and odor (p < 0.001). These findings demonstrate the positive impact of the platform in terms of usability, patient adherence, and the photographic evidence of clinical endpoints.
As described in the publication, ten of the 13 participating physicians and nurses responded to a survey, and strongly agreed that the platform had value, and provided benefits to communication. The patients who were interviewed unanimously commented that the platform provided benefits to their wound healing and communication with clinicians.
Besides showcasing the value of mobile wound analysis in clinical settings, the findings will fuel interest in the Tissue Analytics platform for wound and skin care clinical research. Findings from the study that relate to clinical trials include the ability of the mobile wound analysis platform to: 1) empower patients to take more active roles in their care; 2) increase accuracy of wound measurements; and 3) ensure greater consistency in care and participant satisfaction.
Study results also suggest the value of the platform to retain study participants. Per interviews, patient-participants said they were "strongly" satisfied by the telehealth capability of the platform. Moreover, the study's authors noted that using the app saved patients time and cost, especially for travel, a key factor in encouraging participants to remain in a study.
"We're very excited by the findings in this study," said Keith Tode, Vice President of Clinical Research for Tissue Analytics. "Study sponsors are looking for tools that are simple to use, engage patients, allow for virtual wound care visits and consultations, and provide real-time and real-world insights into the participant experience. This study shows that mobile wound platforms can offer the features today's clinicians and researchers want and need. Looking ahead, we see many benefits to this approach for clinical trials for wound care, dermatology, endocrinology and other skin conditions."
Net Health's mission is to harness data for human health. Net Health solutions are trusted in over 23,000 facilities across the continuum of care. Our EHR software enables caregivers and their organizations to engage effectively with patients, streamline documentation, staff efficiently, secure maximum appropriate reimbursement and maintain regulatory compliance. Our unique approach to analytics seamlessly presents insights in clinical and operational workflows to improve care and business performance. Net Health is a portfolio company of The Carlyle Group, Level Equity and Silversmith Capital Partners. www.nethealth.com.
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TEL AVIV, Israel, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BENDIT Technologies, a company focused on the development of a steerable microcatheter platform, announced today that it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its Bendit21 microcatheter for treatment in the neuro, peripheral, and coronary vasculature. The clearance was received several months after the successful first use of the Bendit21 neuro catheter in the USA in two life-saving procedures.
The Bendit21 Steerable Microcatheter is equipped with a steerable distal tip, controlled by a 'steering slider' on the proximal steering handle. Endovascular specialists can bi-directionally rotate the tip by simply turning the torque knob on the steering handle. These advanced steering and torqueability maneuvering capabilities are intended to enable navigation with or without guidewires, more precisely, and accurately, through all vasculatures, and potentially expanding indications, enhancing safety and saving procedure time.
"We already have FDA clearance for the peripheral indication. Now that we have received 510K clearance for the Bendit21, with expanded indications for neuro, coronary and peripheral, endovascular specialists can begin utilizing the full potential of our steerable microcatheters," stated Yossi Mazel, BENDIT CEO. "We are planning a commercial release in the coming months in select medical institutions in the United States."
Professor Alejandro Berenstein, MD, a Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery, Radiology and Pediatrics, and Director of the Pediatric Cerebrovascular Program at the Mount Sinai Health System in New York and board member at BENDIT added, "The Bendit technology presents a transformative paradigm in endovascular navigation that will revolutionize the way we access the vasculature, and will improve treatments throughout the arterial and venous systems, especially in the brain".
Rich Cappetta, Bendit Chairman of the Board, concluded, "This is an important achievement for BENDIT Technologies. The Bendit21 steerable catheter technology is a game-changer in endovascular medicine, and I would like to congratulate the Bendit team for their successes, paving the way for additional devices to add to the company's R&D pipeline."
About BENDIT Technologies
BENDIT Technologies is a medical device company developing breakthrough technologies for steerable microcatheters, providing surgeons with 3D-controlled bending and navigation capabilities. The company's patented technology reduces the complex catheterization procedure to a single step and enables quick and accurate outcomes. The company has previously received FDA clearance and CE Mark for the Bendit 2.7 microcatheter with an indication for peripheral use.
Visit www.bendittech.com.
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To celebrate the comeback, Pop-Tarts is challenging fans everywhere to share their 90's-inspired, frosted grape looks for a year's supply of Pop-Tarts and a Y2Grape Time Capsule
BATTLE CREEK, Mich., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nineties babies, get amped! Frosted Grape Pop-Tarts® are coming back, fresh from their Y2K-era heyday, and they're bringing the best of the decade with them when they hit shelves this spring.
In true throwback fashion, Frosted Grape Pop-Tarts will give fans the chance to re-live (or live for the first time) their 90's-loving dreams. The nostalgia-inducing Flavor Drop returns with the same grape jelly flavored filling, white icing and purple crunch-lets that gave it such a beloved reputation way back when. Frosted Grape Pop-Tarts will begin rolling out this month in Walmart stores and will be available at retailers nationwide starting in May in an 8-count box for an SRP of $3.19.
"At Pop-Tarts, we know what our fans want. Frosted Grape has been among the top flavors fans have been asking us to bring back," says Heidi Ray, Senior Director of Marketing, Portable Wholesome Snacks. "So, we could not be more stoked to finally bring back this Pop-Tarts G.O.A.T. – Grape-ist Of All Time."
The nostalg-eeking doesn't stop there. In celebration of this iconic comeback, Pop-Tarts wants to bring it back to the lunchroom and inspire you to "frost" your hair grape. (Get it?) Get creative with it; get old school with it. It all counts. Your Frosted Grape look could include a head full of completely purple locks, purple highlights, purple extensions, a purple wig, or even a flock of purple butterfly clips found in your childhood jewelry box. Frost away!
The best part? The first 50 fans who share their Frosted Grape look on Instagram using #Y2GrapeEntry will get hooked up with a year's supply of Frosted Grape Pop-Tarts and a "Y2Grape Time Capsule" packed with the best of the Y2K-era.
Each Y2Grape Time Capsule will be filled with nostalgic Y2K goodies to make all your friends jelly, including a gift card to purchase the perfect purple jelly sandals, throwback butterfly hair clips, metallic jelly pens, juicy grape lip gloss, a purple purse, a purple hat, and a gift card to help you continue to serve your frosted hair looks.
Not sure where to start for your Frosted Grape look? Anatalie David, hair stylist expert and owner of The Hair Room in Jersey City and Austin, has you covered with pro tips to create your Frosted Grape look:
- Temporary Spray: these aren't just for crazy hair day or Halloween. Temporary hair sprays come in a multitude of shades and the best part, they wash out immediately. Pro tip: temporary sprays can leave a very matte sheen on the hair, apply a shine spray after application to glisten up your perfectly purple locks.
- Clays + Pomades: my ultimate favorite option for short hair are these amazing two-in-one stylers. Add a pop of purple with a little hold and style assistance. Pro tip: These colored stylers can leave the hair feeling wet after application. Use a blow dryer on low heat to set the product in the hair.
- Wigs: these aren't your grandma's wig. Ever wonder how celebrities change their color up so often? I'll give you a hint, it's a wig. Wigs are versatile and provide you with immediate results. Pro tip: Look for lace-front wigs if you want to create a more natural look and conventional wigs for a playful, artificial look.
- Extensions: clip ins, tape ins, beaded, sewn in, you got options babe! They can be as temporary or permanent as your new Frosted Grape journey wants to be. Pro tip: purchase human hair for the ability to apply low heat on the extensions and wear them straight or curly. Synthetic hair cannot sustain the heat and will melt.
- Leave it to the pros: the most effective way to live your best grape life is to see your local professional. Depending on your natural level, a term we professionals use to determine the lightness of your hair, you will require a bleaching session to achieve the grape frosting of your dreams. Once the hair is lifted to the desired level your stylist can create a custom shade just for you.
If you didn't get a chance to show off your Frosted Grape look, be on the lookout for a celebratory purple hair Snapchat filter coming out in May. For more information on all things Pop-Tarts, follow Pop-Tarts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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Begins 4/18/22 at 9:00:00 AM (ET) and ends 4/22/22 at 11:59:59 PM (ET) ("Offer Period") or while supplies last, whichever occurs first. There are fifty (50) rewards available in this Offer. Open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and District of Columbia who are 18 years of age or older at the time of participation. For details on how to participate and for complete terms and conditions, go to https://www.poptarts.com/en_US/sweepstakes.html. Subject to complete terms and conditions. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Kellogg Company, One Kellogg Square, Battle Creek, MI 49016.
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About Kellogg Company
At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), our vision is a good and just world where people are not just fed but fulfilled. We are creating better days and a place at the table for everyone through our trusted food brands. Our beloved brands include Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Special K®, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg's Corn Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Eggo®, Mini-Wheats®, Kashi®, RXBAR®, MorningStar Farms® and more. Net sales in 2021 were nearly $14.2 billion, comprised principally of snacks as well as convenience foods like cereal, frozen foods and noodles. As part of our Kellogg's® Better Days ESG strategy, we're addressing the interconnected issues of wellbeing, climate and food security, creating Better Days for 3 billion people by the end of 2030. Visit www.KelloggCompany.com.
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ISS and Glass Lewis Determine that Change is Needed at Guess and Cite Serious Risks to the Company from Marciano Brothers Remaining on the Board
Glass Lewis Observes that Paul Marciano's Continued Presence at Guess "Paints a Picture that the [2018] Investigation was Merely a Public Relations Ploy" Without Real Consequences
Legion Urges Shareholders to Follow ISS's and Glass Lewis's Recommendations and Vote to Eliminate the Existential Risk Posed to Guess by the Marciano Brothers' Remaining in Leadership Roles
LOS ANGELES, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legion Partners Asset Management, LLC, together with its affiliates (collectively, "we" or "Legion Partners"), a significant shareholder of Guess?, Inc. ("Guess", or the "Company") (NYSE: GES), today announced that both leading proxy advisory firms – Institutional Shareholder Services ("ISS") and Glass Lewis & Co. LLC ("Glass Lewis") – have recommended that shareholders use the BLUE proxy card to WITHHOLD their votes on the reelection of Paul Marciano and Maurice Marciano to the Guess Board of Directors (the "Board") at the upcoming 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Annual Meeting").
Glass Lewis notes the multi-faceted layers of risk posed by the Marcianos' continued ties to Guess and presence on the Board:1
- "[G]iven the sheer volume of public allegations against Paul Marciano stemming back to the early 1980s, we believe there is a valid argument to be made that his continued ties to the Company, particularly as a director and key executive, not only poses a long-term reputational risk to the Company and its brand, but could also put the Company at greater litigation risk."
- "Shareholders should also understand that many of the alleged incidents involving Paul Marciano came to the board's attention at times during which his brother, Maurice Marciano, was on the board…and/or served as CEO of the Company…Yet it appears to us, Maurice Marciano did not take suitable action to put the interests of the Company and shareholders ahead of those of his brother, despite being in a prime position to do so."
- "In sum, we agree with the Dissident that shareholders and the Company would be better served by moving on from the Marciano brothers as directors, and, in our view, the continuing directors should reevaluate the necessity of Paul Marciano's continued employment at the Company in consideration of the extensive list of allegations of sexual misconduct and settlements and his immediate influence on the culture of the business."
Glass Lewis also condemns the Board's lack of oversight of the Marciano brothers and discounts the legitimacy of the Board's 2018 investigation:
- "[W]e believe there have been far too many instances in which the board has, at best, been opaque with investors and, at worst, shown an unwavering fealty to the Marcianos."
- "These issues, coupled with our other stated concerns – e.g., insufficient disclosures, longstanding related party transactions, excessive executive compensation, insufficient board independence – leave us inclined to support the Dissident's case."
- "The fact that Paul Marciano has been allowed to stay gainfully employed and well compensated by the Company for the past several years since the special committee's investigation in 2018, paints a picture that the investigation was merely a public relations ploy that resulted in no meaningful consequence of note to the executive and director."
- "We note that certain of the complaints made by former models since 2021 include allegations of sexual misconduct by Paul Marciano that occurred after the 2018 special committee investigation, in fact, as recently as 2020. We believe this raises serious questions regarding whether the Company's board truly put sufficient controls and procedures in place to ensure that, if they decided to retain Paul Marciano as they ultimately did, he would not have any roles that would result in him possibly being in 'situations in which plausible allegations of improper conduct could" once again arise.'"
Glass Lewis writes the following regarding director Laurie Ann Goldman's decision to not stand for re-election and to abstain from voting at the Annual Meeting:
- "[W]e believe the decision of an outgoing director to abstain from voting altogether, rather than supporting her former colleagues, is far from a ringing endorsement for the incumbent board, particularly from someone who presumably has a solid understanding of its internal workings."
Finally, Glass Lewis questions Guess's motives for moving up the Annual Meeting date compared to prior years:
- "By moving the meeting date up, shareholders will have to consider the arguments presented by the Dissident and the Company in a much more condensed timeframe…and shareholders will not be able to consider other potential developments regarding the allegations against Paul Marciano and the demand review committee's investigation into their vote."
Previously, in its report, ISS wrote:
- "[T]here is a credible risk to the Guess brand posed by Paul Marciano's continued involvement with the company, and the board has been unable to separate him from the company despite a growing chorus of public allegations of sexual misconduct."
- "As removal of the Marcianos appears to be the only course available to begin a clean break in this long and sordid thread in the company's history, shareholders should withhold support for both Paul and Maurice Marciano by voting on the dissident card."
- "The company's 2018 investigation was troublingly inadequate in design, transparency, and result achieved. The brand and reputation of the company do not appear to have been an emphasis of the inquiry."
- "The measures enacted to prevent future sexual misconduct, or allegations thereof, by Paul Marciano, were seemingly ineffective; allegations of post-2018 sexual misconduct emerged in early 2021 in the form of several lawsuits."
- "A board unable to monitor and control the actions of its senior executives, even if such executives are founders and large shareholders, has fallen short of its oversight responsibilities. The dissident's case for change at Guess is compelling."
Legion Managing Directors Chris Kiper and Ted White said, "We are pleased that both leading proxy advisory firms, ISS and Glass Lewis, have reached the conclusion that the Marciano brothers must go and that the independent directors' responses to the allegations against Paul Marciano – including the 2018 board investigation – have been at best inept and at worst deceitful. As these firms conclude, the Marcianos pose high levels of risks to Guess's brand, reputation and valuation. Their ongoing presence in leadership roles does a grave disservice to all Guess stakeholders and is holding back the Company from achieving its full potential. We urge all Guess shareholders to make their voices heard and vote for a better Guess."
Shareholders can find additional information at www.ABetterGuess.com.
Legion urges shareholders to support its efforts by signing, dating and returning the enclosed BLUE proxy card today to WITHHOLD their vote on the re-election of Paul and Maurice Marciano.
If shareholders have already voted for the Company's nominees, they have every right to change their vote by signing, dating and returning a later dated BLUE proxy card or by voting in person at the Annual Meeting.
If shareholders have any questions, require assistance in voting the BLUE proxy card or need additional copies of our proxy materials, please contact:
Saratoga Proxy Consulting LLC
520 8th Avenue, 14th Floor
New York, NY 10018
(212) 257-1311
Shareholders call toll-free at (888) 368-0379
Email: info@saratogaproxy.com
About Legion Partners
Legion Partners is a value-oriented investment manager based in Los Angeles, with a satellite office in Sacramento, CA. Legion Partners seeks to invest in high-quality businesses that are temporarily trading at a discount, utilizing deep fundamental research and long-term shareholder engagement. Legion Partners manages a concentrated portfolio of North American small-cap equities on behalf of some of the world's largest institutional and HNW investors.
Investor Contact:
John Ferguson / Joe Mills
Saratoga Proxy Consulting
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- M.Brain, the world's first brainwave technology developed last year, proven to be effective in a pilot application.
- Cuts down drowsiness after meals by 30% and on highways by 20% max. Also, reduces time taken to recover attention by three times.
- Hyundai Mobis secures competitiveness with in-vehicle healthcare in advance by obtaining massive amounts of evidential data and will expand into personalized technology by integrating deep learning with biosignals.
SEOUL, South Korea, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- It was found that you can curtail dangerous situations like drowsy driving by up to 1/3 when applying driver monitoring technology based on brain waves. As more biosignal technologies are introduced to prevent car accidents, these technologies are expected to contribute to reducing the number of serious accidents involving buses or other commercial vehicles.
Hyundai Mobis, together with the Gyeonggi Research Institute, announced on March 18 the results of an analysis on the practical effects of "M.Brain," which has been applied on Gyeonggi-do public buses as a pilot project for the past year. M.Brain is a driver monitoring system that uses brain waves and was first developed by Hyundai Mobis last year.
As a result of the pilot application, it was demonstrated that drivers who put on M.Brain showed higher concentration levels and were less exposed to the dangers of being inattentive. M.Brain is a technology that grasps the driver's condition in real time by monitoring the brain waves around the ears through a pair of earsets the user wears. When a driver becomes inattentive, M.Brain uses visual, sound, and haptic alerts to help the driver recover his/her attention.
According to the results of the analysis on the pilot project, drivers who use M.Brain are able to cut down on their inattentiveness by up to 30% after meals, which is when drowsiness occurs the most. Inattentiveness leads to dangerous situations in which the driver falls asleep or cannot keep his/her eyes on the road ahead. M.Brain reduced inattentive driving by about 20% on highways where such driving could result in a huge crash.
It was also proven that M.Brain can help drivers to look ahead quickly even when they doze off or look elsewhere while driving. M.Brain detects inattentive driving in real time and alerts the driver through seat vibrations or warning sounds. It was also revealed that if you use M.Brain, your attention can be restored in 2.3 seconds maximum. This is approximately three times faster than 6.7 seconds in situations without using M.Brain. The technology is also forecast to be useful in responding to emergencies by securing a safe distance from the car traveling in front of you.
Above all, the feat accomplished in the M.Brain demonstration project is significant in that they obtained valid data on how brain waves vary depending on a driver's health conditions and the driving environment in actual traffic conditions. The key competitiveness in such in-vehicle healthcare lies in the data acquired from driving on roads. To that end, Hyundai Mobis will expand the deployment of M.Brain to a total of 300 public buses by the end of year. Their plan is to increase the size of the demonstration and adopt deep learning to speed up the analysis process.
Global competitors in the in-vehicle healthcare sector are at a stage where they are releasing new autonomous technologies using biosignals that are relatively easier to measure, such as those from the pupil of the eye or a pulse. Hyundai Mobis, however, was the first in the world to develop a brain wave technology that is one step more sophisticated than simple biosignal technologies and to also collect large-scale data on this.
In parallel, Hyundai Mobis is developing digital healthcare technologies by integrating deep learning for interpreting brain waves with other biosignals. They will expand various joint projects including pilot projects with local governments and the transportation industry. This is anticipated to allow Hyundai Mobis to deliver tailored healthcare and infotainment services using the biosignals of passengers once they reach the fully autonomous driving phase based on purpose-built vehicles (PBVs).
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RICHMOND, Va., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Capital Square, a national investment sponsor specializing in tax-advantaged real estate investments, announced today that Jacqueline Rogers has joined the firm as chief communications officer.
Rogers built her career at several of the most influential companies in the nation, with an emphasis on cutting-edge technology, branding and marketing. She recently served as head of brand program management at Amazon Music. In her newly created role at Capital Square, she will oversee branding, marketing, investor relations, communications, strategy and implementation.
"Capital Square has grown rapidly since its founding in 2012. The firm continues to expand its product line of tax-advantaged real estate investments, including Delaware statutory trust programs, opportunity zone funds, a multifamily REIT and development funds," said Louis Rogers, founder and chief executive officer of Capital Square. "I am thrilled that Jacqueline has joined Capital Square. She will help take the firm to an even higher level by increasing brand loyalty across the product line for the mutual benefit of investors, broker-dealers, financial advisors and others."
At Amazon Music, Rogers spearheaded the organization's largest strategic initiative, the development of a new Amazon Music global brand platform and design refresh that serves as the customer-facing expression of the organization. Previously, she was the director of design operations and program management for Lyft, where she developed strategically aligned programs and processes across the company's product design team.
"I am honored to join an established team with a distinguished history of maximizing value for investors," said Rogers. "I look forward to strengthening the marketing efforts and further increasing our reach to current and prospective investors while continuing to uphold the highest level of excellence that makes Capital Square an industry leader. I am excited to shape the communication of our expanding value proposition to drive our brand forward for our investors, broker-dealers, financial advisors and other colleagues. Capital Square is well-positioned to help lead the real estate industry into a technology-fueled future, and I am thrilled to contribute to the vision of this dynamic company."
Throughout her career, Rogers has created impactful advertising and marketing campaigns across an array of brands, including BMW, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Lincoln Motor Company, Marriott International, Four Seasons Hotels, Soul Cycle and The Ritz-Carlton. She began her career by co-founding the marketing team at Tumblr, where she helped shape the startup brand into a world-renowned social networking brand.
Rogers earned a bachelor's degree in communications studies and English, with an emphasis in journalism, from Christopher Newport University, a master's degree in advertising and brand strategy from The Brandcenter at Virginia Commonwealth University, and an MBA from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business.
About Capital Square
Capital Square is a national real estate firm specializing in tax-advantaged real estate investments, including Delaware statutory trusts for Section 1031 exchanges and qualified opportunity zone funds for tax deferral and exclusion. Since 2012, Capital Square has completed more than $5.6 billion in transaction volume. Capital Square's executive team has decades of experience in real estate investments. Capital Square's related entities provide a range of services, including due diligence, acquisition, loan sourcing, property/asset management, and disposition, for a growing number of high-net-worth investors, private equity firms, family offices and institutional investors. Since 2017, Capital Square has been recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing companies in the nation for four consecutive years. In 2017, 2018 and 2020, the company was also ranked on Richmond BizSense's list of fastest growing companies. Additionally, Capital Square was listed by Virginia Business on their "Best Places to Work in Virginia" report in 2019 and their "Fantastic 50" reports in 2019 and 2020. To learn more, visit www.CapitalSq.com.
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Edwin Negron Carballo to Retire; Jarrod Langhans Named CFO
BOCA RATON, Fla., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Celsius Holdings, Inc., (Nasdaq: CELH), maker of the leading global fitness drink, CELSIUS®, today announced that Chief Financial Officer Edwin Negron Carballo has decided to retire from the company. He joined Celsius as CFO in 2018 and has played a significant role in the design and execution of the company's strategy.
"Edwin's strategic contributions and financial stewardship have positioned the company well for years to come," said John Fieldly, President, Chairman and CEO of Celsius. "We thank Edwin for his commitment to our shareholders and his lasting positive impact on our business."
Jarrod Langhans has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) , effective April 18, 2022. Jarrod joins Celsius with broad experience, most recently with Primo Water, serving as CFO of the European and Israel operating segments. Mr. Langhans brings an extensive and diversified financial and leadership background across areas such as financial reporting including SEC, GAAP and IFRS, financial planning and analysis (FPA), mergers and acquisitions (M&A), investor relations (IR), debt and equity issuances, as well as strategic and business analysis and transformation.
Jarrod will succeed Edwin Negron Carballo, who will continue to serve Celsius in an executive capacity to ensure a smooth transition until he begins his retirement on January 31, 2023.
"Our entire team and board of directors are thrilled to welcome Jarrod to Celsius and look forward to benefiting from his leadership and financial expertise as we continue to execute on our growth initiatives, scale our operations and pursue our path to a leadership position in the energy category," said John Fieldly, President, Chairman and CEO of Celsius. "I'm looking forward to his leadership and partnership in driving our long-term growth ambitions and delivering meaningful shareholder value."
Jarrod comes to Celsius with over 20 years of management and financial experience, beginning his career in public accounting with Cherry Bekaert, a leading accounting and consulting firm in the U.S. where he provided both auditing and tax compliance and consulting services. Following Cherry Bekaert, he then moved to CBIZ MHM, focusing on auditing, Sox 404, forensic and other consulting engagements with a concentration on public (SEC) companies. With strong competencies in leadership, management, SEC GAAP and IFRS reporting, Jarrod joined Primo Water Corporation, where he spent approximately 10 years across multiple departments and geographies, including external and internal financial reporting, financial planning and analysis, investor relations, mergers and acquisitions, strategy and transformation with his last role as the CFO of the Rest of World Operating Segment covering 19 countries across Europe as well as Israel.
About Celsius Holdings, Inc.
Celsius Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: CELH), is a global company with a proprietary, clinically proven formula for its master brand CELSIUS® and all its sub-brands. A lifestyle fitness drink and a pioneer in the rapidly growing performance energy sector, CELSIUS® has five beverage lines that each offer proprietary, functional, healthy-energy formulas clinically-proven to offer significant health benefits to its users. The five lines include, CELSIUS® Originals, CELSIUS HEAT™, CELSIUS® BCAA +Energy, CELSIUS® On-the-Go, and CELSIUS® Sweetened with Stevia. CELSIUS® has zero sugar, no preservatives, no aspartame, no high fructose corn syrup, and is non-GMO, with no artificial flavors or colors. The CELSIUS® line of products is Certified Kosher and Vegan. CELSIUS® is also soy and gluten-free and contains very little sodium. CELSIUS® is backed by six university studies that were published in peer-reviewed journals validating the unique benefits CELSIUS® provides. CELSIUS® is sold nationally at Target, CVS, Walmart, GNC, Vitamin Shoppe, 7-Eleven, Dick's Sporting Goods, The Fresh Market, Sprouts and other key regional retailers such as HEB, Publix, Winn-Dixie, Harris Teeter, Shaw's and Food Lion. It is also available on Amazon, at fitness clubs and in select micro-markets across the country. For more information, please visit: http://www.celsiusholdingsinc.com
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Champs Sports Homefield Closes the Gap Between Sport Performance, Wellness and Sportswear
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Champs Sports, part of Foot Locker, Inc. (NYSE:FL), today unveiled the brand's new retail concept – Champs Sports Homefield in Pembroke Pines, Florida – with the official grand opening taking place this weekend, April 22-24. Created as a true home for the modern athlete, the location is the brand's first iteration of its new Homefield concept and the largest of any Foot Locker, Inc. subsidiary in the world at 35,000+ square feet.
The first of its kind – Champs Sports Homefield builds on the brand's history of always listening to the consumer. As the modern athlete evolves beyond simply on and off the field, and active individuals take on various forms of training, health, and wellness, Homefield offers a range of performance and lifestyle products, services and experiences to cater to the dynamic and versatile athletes' life.
"At Champs Sports, we are committed to listening to our consumers. We've been a part of athletes' lives since inception and this new Homefield concept directly caters to their total needs," said Guy Harkless, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Champs Sports and Eastbay. "We know those needs are constantly changing and therefore, we are evolving with our consumers across all categories. Our new store in Pembroke Pines represents our own growth and intentional support of all athletes while representing the Champs Sports of the future."
Champs Sports Homefield will offer specialized services to customers through various experiences, including a full-sized basketball and multi-sport court and a Champs Sports Combine digital VR system. Homefield will feature a wide assortment of apparel, sneakers and equipment for all athletic endeavors from running, training and yoga, to a wide array of team sports like basketball, football, and baseball, along with nutritional and recovery products to serve modern needs. The store will also serve as a destination for local running enthusiasts, offering over 65 different performance running styles and a try-on treadmill to aid in finding the perfect pair of running shoes. Consumers can find the brands they trust, such as adidas, New Balance, Nike, Puma and Under Armour, as well as new brands and product categories including Brooks, HOKA, Gaiam Yoga, Hyperice, and GNC Health & Nutrition. Foot Locker, Inc. owned brands, Eastbay Performance, CSG and COZI, will also be available.
During Champs Sports Homefield's grand opening weekend, guests will have the opportunity to partake in workout classes such as Band Training, HIIT, yoga and basketball skills as well as activities like performance footwear customization art station with local artist, ABSTRK, a gaming lounge, and photo moments, with music provided by local DJs. Homefield will also offer ongoing programming like events and workshops aimed at bringing the community together in celebration of all sports and athletes.
In continuing with Champs Sports' community-driven mission, the store will feature a "Wall of Game," honoring those in the community who make and have made a positive contribution to local sports. An induction ceremony will be held on April 23rd unveiling five honorees: Mark Montimurro, Briana Williams, Roderick Rocky Gills, Tamara James, and posthumously, Jason Stein.
- Mark Montimurro, Head Coach - Coral Springs Charter School Softball
- Briana Williams, Olympic Gold Medalist - Track + Field
- Roderick "Rocky" Gillis, Athletic Director - Broward County Schools
- Tamara James, Former WNBA Player and Mayor of Dania Beach
- Jason Stein, Athletic Director/Baseball Coach/Teacher - JP Taravella High School
Champs Sports Homefield in Pembroke Pines is located at 12151 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026. To stay up to date on the latest events and activities, please visit ChampsSports.com and follow @Homefield.
About Foot Locker, Inc.
Foot Locker, Inc. leads the celebration of sneaker and youth culture around the globe through a portfolio of brands including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, Eastbay, atmos, WSS, Footaction, and Sidestep. With approximately 3,000 retail stores in 28 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand as well as websites and mobile apps, the Company's purpose is to inspire and empower youth culture around the world, by fueling a shared passion for self-expression and creating unrivaled experiences at the heart of the global sneaker community. Foot Locker, Inc. has its corporate headquarters in New York. For additional information please visit https://www.footlocker-inc.com.
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NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, CLEAR (NYSE: YOU), the secure identity company, announced that as of April 15, 2022 it has reached 12 million total cumulative enrollments across its platform.
First launching in the airport with its expedited lanes, CLEAR continues to expand its technology and platform across travel, sports, entertainment, and healthcare.
With a one-time enrollment, the secure identity platform empowers members with a digital identity that unlocks access to a suite of frictionless experiences, including CLEAR's airport subscription, virtual queuing technology "Reserve Powered by CLEAR", in-app features like Home-to-Gate and Health Pass, as well as upcoming pilots and future experiences.
About Total Cumulative Enrollments
CLEAR defines Total Cumulative Enrollments as the number of enrollments since inception as of the end of the period. An Enrollment is defined as any member who has registered for the CLEAR platform since inception and has a profile (including limited time free trials regardless of conversion to paid membership) net of duplicate and/or purged accounts. This includes CLEAR Plus members who have completed enrollment with CLEAR and have never activated a payment method, plus associated family accounts.
About CLEAR
Founded in 2010, CLEAR's mission is to create frictionless experiences. With more than 12 million members and hundreds of partners across the world, CLEAR's identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether it's at the airport, stadium, or right on your phone, CLEAR connects you to the things that make you, you - making everyday experiences easier, more secure, and more seamless. Since day one, CLEAR has been committed to privacy done right. Members are always in control of their own information, and we never sell member data.
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), the global leader in connected public safety technologies, today announced that the Columbus Division of Police (OH), a Major Cities Chiefs Association member, has signed a 5-year contract with Axon to deploy 2,000 Axon Body 3 cameras, 75 Axon Flex 2 cameras, 15 Axon Interview systems, 460 Axon Fleet 3 in-car camera systems featuring Axon's AI-powered automated license plate reader (ALPR) and 2,017 licenses for Axon Evidence, Axon's digital evidence management system.
The agency will also receive unlimited 3rd party storage with Axon Evidence and can manage and share all digital evidence in one management tool. This will help break down silos and allow the agency to better aggregate data to impact proactive decision making to better serve the community. By combining modern incident management with real-time situational awareness, connected by an integrated network of devices, this technology will enable faster response times, reduce escalations and increase safety for officers and communities.
"We're thrilled to be partnering with Columbus PD as they roll this technology out to their officers and community," says Axon CEO and founder, Rick Smith. "We are committed to providing our customers with an advanced suite of technology products that help officers better protect and serve their communities."
This order was received in the first quarter of 2022 and will ship in multiple phases beginning May 2022.
About Axon
Axon is a network of devices, apps and people that helps public safety personnel become smarter and safer. With a mission of protecting life, our technologies give customers the confidence, focus and time they need to keep their communities safe. Our products impact every aspect of a public safety officer's day-to-day experience with the goal of helping everyone get home safe.
We work hard for those who put themselves in harm's way for all of us. To date, more than 263,000 lives and countless dollars have been saved with the Axon Network of devices, apps and people. Learn more at www.axon.com or by calling (800) 978-2737. Axon is a global company with headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz. and global software engineering hub in Seattle, Wash., as well as additional offices in Australia, Canada, Finland, Vietnam, the UK and the Netherlands.
Facebook is a trademark of Facebook, Inc., and Twitter is a trademark of Twitter, Inc. Axon, Axon Body, Axon Fleet, Axon Flex, Axon Evidence, Axon Interview, Axon Network, Axon Respond and the Delta Logo are trademarks of Axon Enterprise, Inc., some of which are registered in the US and other countries. For more information, visit www.axon.com/legal. All rights reserved.
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LOS ANGELES, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crexi, the commercial real estate (CRE) industry's fastest-growing marketplace, data, and technology platform, today announced the launch of its mobile app for Android users. The mobile app empowers Crexi brokers, buyers, investors, and others to discover commercial real estate properties for sale and lease nationally, and connect with the appropriate brokers instantly.
In March 2021, Crexi launched its mobile app for iOS and saw immediate adoption. In 12 months, the app garnered over 60,000 downloads with nearly 400,000 leads generated. As the company's highest retained platform, Crexi expands its mobile app offering to Android users so that all brokers, regardless of their operating system preference, can succeed in the digital-first world.
"Android users account for approximately 46 percent of the mobile OS market, making it critical for companies like Crexi to prioritize both iOS and Android offerings to support all customers," said Mike DeGiorgio, founder and CEO of Crexi. "Crexi's superior mobile interface connects the CRE community and offers brokers an efficient and faster process to deal-closing while out and about."
The Crexi mobile app for Android makes it easy to keep up with the ever-changing commercial market while on the go. Designed for maximum speed and ease-of-use, the mobile app enables all users to quickly search, filter, and browse every listing on Crexi from the convenience of their smartphone or tablet.
Similar to iOS, the Android app allows users to:
- Browse the entire Crexi database for the newest sales or lease listings
- Search by location anytime, anywhere to see listings and properties
- Share listings with others via text, email, Slack, social media, or other apps
- Access more information about a property with offering memorandums, listing flyers, or brochures
- Call or email a broker with one tap from an interesting listing
- Save searches and receive personalized recommendations when a listing matches the exact criteria you are looking for
According to Sensor Tower, business app download growth was still more than double pre-pandemic levels (over 102 percent) in 2021. As vaccines roll out and the pandemic eases, Crexi continues to observe consistent mobile downloads as brokers return to in-person business meetings and pre-pandemic work schedules.
Crexi's mobile app offering amplifies its commitment to building a platform for the future of commercial real estate. Working closely with customers and industry leaders, Crexi continues to develop tools to support its community through every step of the commercial real estate process and help brokers adapt, grow, and evolve their business every day.
For more information about Crexi's Android app or to download, please visit: https://cre.app.link/l0hth1PaFob
About Crexi
Commercial Real Estate Exchange, Inc. (Crexi) is revolutionizing the way commercial real estate professionals transact by accelerating deal velocity and democratizing access to both properties and industry data. In 2015, Crexi embarked on a journey to transform the CRE industry: to create a single-source hub for stakeholders to market, analyze, and trade commercial property.
Today, Crexi empowers nearly 2 million buyers, brokers, and tenants each month to explore over $2 trillion of property value nationwide and has helped to close upward of $330 billion in transactions. Crexi's growing team of 225+ employees — based in Los Angeles with offices in Miami, New York, Dallas, Phoenix, and Raleigh — strive to create a centralized CRE marketplace with enhanced marketing, due diligence, and deal-closing tools to accelerate our users' success. For more information on Crexi, visit www.crexi.com.
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BROOMFIELD, COLORADO, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX) announced today that on Thursday, May 5, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET, it will host a conference call to discuss the results of its first quarter ended March 31, 2022.
To receive conference call details, please register at the Investor Relations section of the Crocs website, investors.crocs.com. The call will also be available live and on replay through May 5, 2023 at this site.
Crocs, Inc. (Nasdaq: CROX) is a world leader in innovative casual footwear for women, men, and children, combining comfort and style with a value that consumers know and love. The Company's brands include Crocs and HEYDUDE and its products are sold in more than 85 countries through wholesale and direct-to-consumer channels. For more information on Crocs, Inc. please visit investors.crocs.com. To learn more about our brands, please visit www.crocs.com or www.heydudeshoesusa.com or follow @Crocs or @heydudeshoes on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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Cori Lin, Crocs, Inc.
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Acquisition of Cell&Co BioServices, Clermont-Ferrand, France, accelerates Company's EMEA expansion plans and development of its Global Supply Chain Network
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cryoport, Inc. (Nasdaq: CYRX) ("Cryoport" or the "Company"), a global leader in temperature-controlled supply chain solutions for the life sciences industry, today announced that it has acquired Cell&Co BioServices, headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France with additional operations in Pont-du-Château, France. Founded in 2012, Cell&Co is a bioservices business providing biorepository, kitting, and logistics services to the life sciences industry. Its accreditations include ISO 9001, ANSM (Investigational Medicinal Products), NFS 96 900, and soon, ISO 20387. Supporting its biostorage and services of clinical and commercial biopharma therapies, Cell&Co has in-house QP services.
In 2021, Cell&Co recorded revenue of approximately €2.6 million. Cryoport's purchase price for Cell&Co was €6.2 million, comprised of upfront consideration of €3.6 million in the form of cash and Cryoport common stock, plus a potential earn-out of €2.5M based on achieving certain financial targets.
Regarding the acquisition, Jerrell Shelton, Chief Executive Officer of Cryoport, stated, "We are indeed pleased to have the Cell&Co team as a part of Cryoport. Cell&Co will play a significant role in Cryoport Systems' development of its Global Supply Chain Network, designed to meet the needs of the growing Regenerative Medicine industry worldwide. In fact, on a global basis, industry experts expect that between now and 2027 approximately 30 to 50 new cell and gene therapies will be introduced into the market each year. Cell&Co's competencies combined with its location in the centre of France makes it an excellent strategic fit for Cryoport Systems and will accelerate the expansion of its new Global Supply Chain Network by approximately two years.
"Coupled with our new Global Supply Chain Centers in Houston, Texas and Morris Plains, New Jersey, Cell&Co will add significantly to the development of Cryoport Systems' global service offering. It will also provide Cryoport Systems with an EU site for importation services for non-EU clients, which will add significant value for our clients and create additional opportunities for U.S. based regenerative medicine developers looking to conduct clinical trials or commercially distribute cell and gene therapies in EMEA."
Sofien Dessolin and Florent Belon, founders of Cell&Co BioServices made a joint statement saying, "The cell and gene therapy market is expected to grow rapidly and is a significant focus for us. We are proud of the work we have accomplished and even more of joining the Cryoport group with its objective of making medical innovation achievable and more reliable for the benefit of patients around the world. It is a source of great pride and a huge motivating factor. The time was right for us to be part of an industry-leading organization such as Cryoport in order to support our business, expand our product solutions, and become a significantly larger player in the life sciences industry. We are excited to be part of Cryoport's strategic platform in the advanced therapies space in EMEA and look forward to continuing to lead Cell&Co as an integral part of Cryoport as it builds out its Global Supply Chain Network and other services."
About Cryoport, Inc.
Cryoport, Inc. (Nasdaq: CYRX), headquartered in Nashville, TN, is a global leader in temperature-controlled supply chain solutions for the life sciences industry supporting life-saving cell and gene therapies across the clinical and commercial spectrum. With 33 strategic locations covering the Americas, EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) and APAC (Asia Pacific), Cryoport's global platform provides mission-critical solutions, services, and products to Biopharma, Animal Health, and Reproductive Medicine customers worldwide. In addition to its standard setting supply chain solutions, Cryoport is the world's largest manufacturer of cryogenic systems and one of the largest life science focused specialty couriers. As of December 31, 2021, Cryoport supported eight commercial cell and gene therapies and 602 regenerative medicine clinical trials globally, with 74 of these trials in Phase 3.
For more information, visit www.cryoport.com or follow @cryoport on Twitter at www.twitter.com/cryoport for live updates.
About Cell&Co BioServices
Cell&Co BioServices' role is to provide the highest quality of service for its customers collections and related data throughout their life cycle: collection, production, transport, receipt, preparation, analysis, storage, dispatch and disposal. Cell&Co is a trusted partner of manufacturers and laboratories involved in a variety of life sciences markets. By maximizing the quality of the samples and related data entrusted to it, Cell&Co optimizes their value to customers current and future projects. Cell&Co combines state-of-the-art technology with dynamic, professional and specialist personnel, underpinned by a unique work philosophy. Mindful of the importance of security and standardization in the industry, Cell&Co BioServices is committed to offering services of the highest quality and to developing innovative solutions to support customers' work in the fields of R&D, quality control, clinical trials, and bioproduction.
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Report Highlights Key Corporate Social Responsibility Metrics around Core Pillars of Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Social Equity and Sustainability
WAKEFIELD, Mass., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA / OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf'' or the "Company"), a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, has released its first annual 2021 Social Impact Report. The report highlights the community achievements and positive impact of its Corporate Social Responsibility work, "Rooted in Good."
Since its official launch in February 2021, Curaleaf's Rooted in Good program has focused on setting industry standards around commitment to developing a more equitable, sustainable and diverse cannabis industry. The program focuses on three core pillars: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Social Equity and Sustainability, and the 2021 Social Impact Report highlights key accomplishments, community partnerships and facts and figures within those key areas.
From Curaleaf's initiative to partner with 420 diverse suppliers and brands by 2025, to launching its first ever-social equity focused brand with partner B NOBLE, to internal workplace diversity initiatives and implementing new sustainable manufacturing practices, Curaleaf has remained committed to running an impactful business that is Rooted in Good.
As outlined in the report, Curaleaf has made the following progress against these key goals:
- As part of its 420 x 25 Supplier Diversity commitment, Curaleaf is doing business with 420 new cannabis brands, ancillary suppliers and advocacy organizations from underrepresented communities by 2025. The company is now working with more than 100 new and diverse partners and suppliers after one year of this program.
- Curaleaf is actively working towards its goal for 10% of its team members to come from populations touched by low-level cannabis-related offenses. In 2021, 3.7% Percentage of new hires met this criteria, and the company is taking steps to increase that number in 2022.
- The company set a goal to contribute at least $1 million in community investment to programs that address collateral consequences associated with marijuana-related offenses. In total, Curaleaf and Select brands contributed over $2,400,000 to partner organizations across the country in 2021.
"As a leader in today's cannabis industry, we understand the responsibility that we carry to prioritize fostering a cannabis environment that is equitable, diverse and sustainable for the many communities we serve", said Khadijah Tribble, Senior Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at Curaleaf. "We're humbled to be in a position to help right the wrongs of the past, to the best of our ability, and work to increase equity in the cannabis industry. There is more work to do, but we're confident about the programs and initiatives we've built that meet Curaleaf's capabilities to be Rooted in Good long term."
Joe Bayern, CEO of Curaleaf, stated, "I'm incredibly proud of the work we've been able to begin this year, the goals we're working toward and the partnerships we've made through Rooted in Good. I truly believe we are leading the industry when it comes to making an impact and setting the standard for meaningful corporate social responsibility that doesn't just talk but actually walks the walk. This is a testament to the power of Khadijah Tribble, the CSR team and everyone at Curaleaf who works tirelessly every day to hold us accountable to that standard."
To read Curaleaf's 2021 Social Impact Report in full, please click the link here.
About Curaleaf Holdings
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to improve lives by providing clarity around cannabis and confidence around consumption. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf and Select, provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. In the United States, Curaleaf currently operates in 23 states with 128 dispensaries, 26 cultivation sites, and employs over 5,600 team members. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Curaleaf is listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol CURA and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CURLF. For more information, please visit https://ir.curaleaf.com.
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CASTELLÓN, Spain, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - CVC Capital Partners VIII, a global Private Equity platform, has agreed to invest in the Neolith Group (www.neolith.com), the global leader in the sintered stone industry that has been controlled by Investindustrial and its founders, the Esteve Family, until now.
Neolith, pioneer in the creation of sintered stone and a global leader with business in over 100 countries, leads the ongoing process of transformation in the stone surfaces industry with innovative and sustainable solutions that combine design and functionality for a wide range of applications: from kitchens, bathrooms and designer furniture to building façades and coverings for the most cutting-edge architecture projects.
Neolith's strong organic growth and profitability in recent years alongside a unique market position were key factors in the acquisition. Jose Luis Ramón, CEO of Neolith Group said "it is a privilege to welcome CVC into the great Neolith project and its arrival will no doubt represent a new turning point in the group's history, accelerating our ambitious strategic objectives. Its extensive experience and global presence will be a great help to us in developing our enormous potential". He went on to add that "we are grateful for the confidence and constant support of Investindustrial and the Esteve Family in making Neolith a unique platform that has enabled us to consistently expand the business with a firm commitment based on innovation, branding, sustainability and a straightforward approach based on open collaboration".
Javier de Jaime, Managing Partner at CVC, said that "we are thrilled to have materialized this investment in Neolith so we can continue leading this industry together and undertake the next stage of the investment, which will allow the company to continue accelerating its international expansion and multiply its growth behind the unique value proposition and position it enjoys in the market". He added that "we invest in companies with outstanding track records that are leaders in their respective industries. Neolith symbolises what we look for in any investment: a growing global market, a unique business model and a multi-disciplinary team that is highly skilled, motivated and international. Our vision is to multiply value in the long term and help the company to unleash its full potential, behind sustainable growth, by committing to technology, research and development of advanced materials, design and branding".
In turn and on behalf of the current investors, Andrea C. Bonomi, the Chairman of the Industrial Advisory Board of Investindustrial, which became a majority shareholder in 2019, said "we identified the sintered stone sector as the fastest growing niche within high-end design surfaces solutions, due to its strong technical and sustainable features. Within the sector, Neolith is a global leader based on a strong culture of quality and R&D built by the founding Esteve family, and carried on by the excellent management team in place".
Set up in 2009, Neolith is the world's leading brand in sintered stone.
A revolutionary and innovative architectural surface material with superior technical characteristics made from 100% natural raw materials.
Designed and manufactured to meet the strictest requirements in the world of architecture and interior design, Neolith stands out for its quality, versatility, durability and elegance, as well as its sustainability.
Around the world, it has become an essential ingredient in stylish creations for any kitchen, bathroom, building façade, floor and even exclusive designer furniture for indoor and outdoor spaces, combining exquisite design with the utmost functionality.
Committed to social responsibility, Neolith is also the first company in the sector to have achieved carbon neutrality in 2019. At present, the company is busy implementing an expansion plan into key geographical regions, such as North America, Europe, China and Australia, in order to continue helping to create unique spaces and extraordinary experiences through sustainable functional design in the more than 100 countries where it operates via direct and indirect distribution and an extensive network of commercial partners.
CVC is a leading private equity and investment advisory firm with a network of 25 offices throughout Europe, Asia and the US, with approximately US$122 billion of assets under management. Since its founding in 1981, CVC has secured commitments in excess of US$165 billion from some of the world's leading institutional investors across its private equity and credit strategies. Funds managed or advised by CVC are invested in more than 100 companies worldwide, which have combined annual sales of over US$100 billion and employ more than 500,000 people. For further information about CVC please visit: https://cvc.com. Follow us on LinkedIn here.
Investindustrial is a leading European group of independently managed investment, holding and advisory companies with €11 billion of raised fund capital. With ESG principles deeply embedded into the Firm's core approach, Investindustrial has more than 30-year history of providing mid-market companies capital, industrial expertise, operational focus and global platforms to accelerate sustainable value creation and international expansion. Certain companies of the Investindustrial group are authorized by, and subject to regulatory supervision of the FCA in the United Kingdom and the CSSF in Luxembourg. Investindustrial's investment companies act independently from each other and each Investindustrial fund. Additional information is available at www.investindustrial.com.
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Companies rethink when and why employees should travel, with a commitment to workplace flexibility, sustainability and ROI
NEW YORK, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
- Corporate travel did not meet most companies' expectations in the second half of 2021 as the Delta and Omicron variants hindered plans. While one-third of travel managers surveyed in June 2021 expected to reach half of 2019 spend by the end of the year, only 8% reached that mark.
- Business travel spend is at least two years from reaching pre-pandemic levels: It is projected to reach 36% of 2019 levels in Q2 2022, and 55% by the end of the year.
- The increase in companies offering flexible work arrangements will have an ongoing impact on business travel. One-quarter of companies say that working from home will lead to more travel to headquarters, but is likely to result in less travel overall. Office-dominant companies are twice as likely to reach 2019 travel spending levels by the end of 2023.
- For international travel, 1 in 4 respondents expect frequency of travel to Europe to near or exceed pre-pandemic levels this year. Asia and Latin America remain far behind in recovery expectations.
- Three in 10 companies expect sustainability goals to result in an 11-25% reduction in travel budgets by 2025.
- While in-person attendance is on the rise, conferences and events face another challenging year. These events offer valuable networking opportunities, but travel managers also rate content delivery more dependent on in-person participation than they did in 2021.
Even as COVID-19 health concerns and travel restrictions subside, corporate travel faces a complex prognosis. Many companies are now implementing the return to office plans they delayed last fall, and an increase in corporate travel is likely to accompany this shift. However, according to Deloitte's new report, "Reshaping the Landscape: Corporate Travel in 2022 and Beyond," a recovery to 2019 spending levels is not expected this year or next. While uncertainty around international relations and additional COVID-19 variants will continue to affect corporate travel, the scope of why and when employees are expected to travel for business is becoming clearer.
The study is based on a survey of 150 U.S.-based executives with travel budget oversight, fielded between Feb. 10 and Feb. 18, 2022.
Deloitte fielded its first corporate travel survey in June 2021, when a rebound appeared to be aligned with return to office plans initially set for the fall. However, as Delta was named a variant of concern a month later, many big companies pushed back their initiatives. Now, many of these same companies are reevaluating their overall approach to travel, driving travel managers to reduce their expectations while seeking opportunities to further increase the financial savings and environmentally friendly practices realized from two years of limited travel.
- One-third (34%) of corporate travel managers surveyed in June 2021 expected to reach half of their 2019 travel spend by the end of 2021; however, only 8% achieved this milestone.
- While 17% of travel managers anticipate a full recovery by the end of 2022, this is down significantly from the 54% who expected the same last summer.
- Overall, strong growth is expected in 2022, but corporate travel spend is not expected to recover to pre-pandemic levels this year or next. Travel spend is expected to reach 36% of 2019 levels by the end of Q2 2022, increasing to 55% by the end of the year, and 68% by the end of 2023.
- COVID-19 variants are a main consideration for this downward revision: Two-thirds of respondents (66%) say the Delta and Omicron variants caused them to push back travel timelines; 1 in 7 (15%) reported a significant rethink.
- Travel restrictions and employee unwillingness to travel continue to be the largest deterrents for a full return; however, the influence of each is down 18% from 2021. Concerns about increased travel prices remain a persistent concern, yet increasing only slightly (1%) compared to summer 2021.
- The return of live industry events is now among the top-five reasons for business travel. When considering the triggers for business travel, sustained low infection rates remain at the top of the list, followed by clients and employees returning to the office, and easing of quarantine requirements.
Despite the easing of restrictions for some destinations, international travel for business still presents many challenges including testing requirements, quarantines and generally unpredictable regulations. Among those surveyed, international travel accounts for one-quarter of 2019 spend, and projections remain more conservative than for domestic travel. Geopolitical developments may further curtail plans for international travel, particularly to Europe.
- Over half (54%) of respondents expect international travel to Europe to resume, but remain below pre-pandemic levels.
- Sales visits (43%), leadership meetings (32%) and client project work (31%) are the top drivers of international corporate travel.
- Europe leads destinations for U.S.-based travelers, with nearly 1 in 4 companies (24%) saying frequency will approach or exceed pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2022, followed by Asia (15%) and Latin America (12%).
- More than half of companies with reasons to visit Africa (70%), the Middle East (54%) or Australia/Oceania (52%) expect no or very little travel to those regions this year.
"Business travel seemed to be ready for takeoff last summer, but the emergence of COVID-19 variants quickly grounded plans — as a result, leaders are more conservative in their estimates for business travel's recovery. While many of us are eager to see our co-workers, clients and associates in person, technology platforms have made it possible for most businesses to not just continue their operations from afar, but thrive in doing so. Combined with workplace flexibility that shows no signs of going away, businesses are reassessing and reprioritizing when and why employees travel — which can create a suitcase full of new opportunities for organizations to evolve and grow."
— Mike Daher, vice chair, Deloitte LLP and U.S. transportation, hospitality and services non-attest leader
Many employers implemented flexible workplace policies over the last two years, and travel managers expect the future work from home rate to be 2.5 times higher than before the pandemic. This will continue to impact how and when employees travel for both work-from-home dominant companies (where the average employee comes to the office zero to two days per week in Q2 of 2022) and office-dominant companies (where the average employee comes to the office at least three days per week in Q2 of 2022).
- For companies that are work-from-home dominant in Q2 of 2022, 36% expect their corporate travel spend to recover to pre-pandemic levels by the end of 2023.
- Conversely, 71% of office-dominant companies say their travel spend will recover by the end of 2023.
- As a result of flexible work arrangements, 1 in 4 respondents expect more trips to company headquarters, despite less frequent travel overall.
- For employees who relocated during the pandemic, two-thirds of companies will reimburse for trips to headquarters. However, nearly one-third (29%) of companies leave employees to shoulder the cost themselves.
- Additionally, private rentals, which offered travelers more space to distance from others during the pandemic, have not become a mainstay of corporate travel programs. Only 1 in 10 companies include non-traditional lodging in their corporate booking tools, and about half (49%) of companies do not reimburse employees for non-hotel lodging.
The severe decline in corporate travel throughout the pandemic helped companies realize significant gains toward their sustainability goals — and their bottom line. As a result, when determining which trips employees should take, business leaders are weighing the expense and carbon emissions involved, along with the ability of technology to replace the need to meet in person.
- One-third of travel managers (35%) surveyed say their companies have pledged to reduce carbon emissions by a specific amount within a certain time period, affecting when and how employees travel.
- Most respondents expect sustainability to reduce their 2025 travel spend by 10% or less. However, nearly 3 in 10 expect a reduction of 11-25%.
- The rise in travel prices grew slightly as a concern from 2021 to 2022. Nearly 3 in 4 companies say they will seek to control costs by limiting the number of trips taken this year.
- Nearly 1 in 3 travel suppliers are looking for guidance from travel management companies on how to reduce their carbon footprint. Further, one-quarter of travel managers say they will prioritize travel suppliers that invest in sustainability.
"As the pandemic situation continues to improve, business leaders have new factors to consider when determining which trips justify the time, expense and carbon emissions involved. Bottom-line and environmental priorities will be supported by technology and behavior changes brought on by two years of mostly virtual meetings and events. Tech platforms will continue to void the need for some trips long after the public health crisis abates."
— Eileen Crowley, vice chair, Deloitte & Touche LLP and U.S. transportation, hospitality and services attest leader
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WILMINGTON, Del., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont (NYSE: DD) will release its first quarter 2022 financial results at 6:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 and will hold its earnings conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET that same day.
The event will be webcast live and a replay, along with the earnings release and supporting materials, will be available on DuPont's Investors Relations webpage.
The dial-in phone number for the earnings conference call is (888) 440-4172 toll-free within the U.S. or +1(646) 960-0673 outside the U.S.
DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, healthcare and worker safety. More information about the company, its businesses and solutions can be found at www.dupont.com. Investors can access information included on the Investor Relations section of the website at investors.dupont.com.
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Home with features that protect against climate-related disasters can sell for up to 2.4% more
- Electric vehicle chargers and drought-resistant landscaping can help a home sell more than nine days faster than similar homes.
- Homes equipped with features that protect against a climate-related disaster, such as hurricane shutters or stilts, can sell for as much as 2.4% more than expected.
- Energy-efficient features, such as double-pane windows and solar panels, contribute to homes selling for more and, sometimes, faster.
SEATTLE, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Homes with eco-friendly features can sell faster than expected, indicating that today's buyers are seeking out and competing for more-sustainable homes. A Zillow® analysis finds homes with electric vehicle charging stations and drought-resistant landscaping can sell more than nine days faster than similar homes. Features that offer some protection from climate disasters and other natural hazards, such as hurricane shutters or stilts, can help a home sell for more money.
"Climate change is impacting what buyers are looking for in a home and how they want to live," said Amanda Pendleton, Zillow's home trends expert. "A previous Zillow survey found nearly two-thirds of young adults believe climate change will impact their homes or communities in their lifetime. Those generations are now aging into their prime home-buying years, conscious of their ecological footprint and making purchase decisions based on their beliefs, values and principles."
Zillow research finds that large shares of buyers seriously consider flooding (55%), tornadoes (41%), hurricanes (35%), and earthquakes (29%) when choosing a home. The frequency of these severe weather events and other natural hazards is putting a price premium on homes that have features designed to protect against such disasters.
Listings that mention hurricane or storm shutters can sell for 1.4% more than similar homes. Homes on stilts or piers, built to defend against flooding, can sell for 1.1% more. Homes that have undergone seismic retrofitting to make them more resistant to earthquakes can sell 19 days faster than similar homes, the largest days-on-market boost of all the features studied. Storm or tornado shelters contribute to a home selling about a day faster than expected.
Features that reduce monthly energy bills can help a home sell faster and, sometimes, for more money. Homes with listing descriptions that mention double-pane windows can sell a week faster than similar homes and for 1% more than expected. Homes with solar panels can sell for 1.4% more. Listings that tout programmable thermostats, smart sprinkler systems and smart lights can sell up to six days faster than expected.
Energy-saving features are increasingly desirable in a high-inflation world where many other expenses are rapidly rising. Zillow's 2021 Consumer Housing Trends Report found that recent buyers are more likely to say an energy-efficient home is very or extremely important (67%), compared to 2019, when 56% of buyers felt that way. And in a recent survey, a panel of housing experts predicted energy prices would increase this year more than home prices, rents, food costs, wages and stock prices.
Zillow looked at environment-related features mentioned in listing descriptions for 3.1 million home sales in 2020 and 2021. Sellers whose homes have these upgrades would be wise to highlight them in their listing description if they're looking to sell for top dollar. Buyers, meanwhile, can make faster, smarter decisions by using a new tool that helps identify these green features. Zillow's Homes to Compare tool gives shoppers a comprehensive chart that compares up to five homes side by side on more than 70 key listing details, including eco-friendly home features.
Environmental features that can sell homes faster or for more than expected
About Zillow Group
Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: Z and ZG) is reimagining real estate to make it easier to unlock life's next chapter.
As the most visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow® and its affiliates offer customers an on-demand experience for selling, buying, renting or financing with transparency and nearly seamless end-to-end service. Zillow Home Loans™, our affiliate lender, provides our customers with an easy option to get pre-approved and secure financing for their next home purchase. Zillow recently launched Zillow Homes, Inc., a licensed brokerage entity, to streamline Zillow Offers transactions.
Zillow Group's brands, affiliates and subsidiaries include Zillow®; Zillow Offers®; Zillow Premier Agent®; Zillow Home Loans™; Zillow Closing Services™; Zillow Homes, Inc.; Trulia®; Out East®; StreetEasy® and HotPads®. Zillow Home Loans, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender, NMLS #10287 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).
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- Chris Kurtz Appointed Chief Technical Officer
- Sarah Mathieson Appointed Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs
PALO ALTO, Calif., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eiger BioPharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq:EIGR), a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative therapies to treat and cure Hepatitis Delta Virus (HDV) and other serious diseases, today announced the appointments of Christopher Kurtz as Chief Technical Officer and Sarah Mathieson as Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs.
"This is a pivotal year for Eiger, and I am pleased to welcome Chris and Sarah to the leadership team as our company continues to build momentum across our late-stage pipeline," said David Cory, President and Chief Executive Officer. "We are making great progress advancing our lead clinical programs in Hepatitis Delta Virus infection and expect topline data from the Phase 3 D-LIVR study by end of 2022. In addition, we recently announced positive topline data from the Phase 3 TOGETHER study of Peginterferon Lambda for COVID-19 and are actively working on an Emergency Use Authorization submission. Expanding our leadership team with technical operations and corporate communications expertise is critical as we advance multiple, novel, first-in-class therapeutics to improve the lives of patients with serious diseases."
Chris Kurtz brings nearly 30 years of technical operations and global biopharmaceutical manufacturing experience to Eiger. He has successfully established supply capabilities and navigated numerous products across late-stage development, scale-up, approval, and commercialization. Previously, Chris served as Executive Vice President of Technical Operations at Cidara Therapeutics where he established and validated the supply chain for a novel antifungal agent. Prior to Cidara, he served as Head of Commercial API Manufacturing at Gilead Sciences and before that was Vice President of Drug Device Industrialization at AbbVie. Chris holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Colorado and is a graduate of the Westinghouse S3G Nuclear Engineering Program. He was a member of the United States Navy, serving in the Submarine Force, where he graduated from the Naval Nuclear Propulsion School.
Sarah Mathieson brings 25 years of biopharmaceutical corporate communications experience to Eiger. She most recently led Corporate Communications, Patient Advocacy and Engagement at Adamas Pharmaceuticals which was acquired by Supernus Pharmaceuticals. Prior to Adamas, Sarah served as Chief Executive Officer for Research Autism, a non-profit organization focused on autism research and education in the UK. She previously held various leadership roles at GlaxoSmithKline Plc, including Global Head of Communications and Engagement where she oversaw the rebranding of GSK Consumer Healthcare, and Global Head of R&D Communications where she was responsible for science, product, and crisis communications as well as business development communications. Prior to GSK, Sarah was Head of Communications at Pfizer UK and was responsible for 20 products across all stages of development. Sarah holds a B.Sc. (Honors) in BioMedical Sciences from Portsmouth UK School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences.
About Eiger
Eiger is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative therapies to treat and cure Hepatitis Delta Virus (HDV) and other serious rare diseases. The Eiger HDV platform includes two first-in-class therapies in Phase 3 that target critical host processes involved in viral replication. All five Eiger rare disease programs have been granted FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation.
For additional information about Eiger and its clinical programs, please visit www.eigerbio.com
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical facts, including statements regarding our future financial condition, timing for and outcomes of clinical results, regulatory objectives, business strategy and plans and objectives for future operations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are our current statements regarding our intentions, beliefs, projections, outlook, analyses or current expectations concerning, among other things, our anticipated significant milestones in 2022; the timing of our ongoing and planned clinical development; the sufficiency of our cash, cash equivalents and investments to fund our operations; expectations regarding the timing and availability of topline data from our Phase 3 D-LIVR study in HDV; our ability to obtain an Emergency Use Authorization from the FDA for Peginterferon Lambda for COVID-19; our capability to provide sufficient quantities of any of our product candidates, including Peginterferon Lambda, to meet anticipated full-scale commercial demands; our ability to finance the continued advancement of our development pipeline products; and the potential for success of any of our product candidates. Various important factors could cause actual results or events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements that Eiger makes, including additional applicable risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" sections in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and Eiger's subsequent filings with the SEC. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on information currently available to Eiger and speak only as of the date on which they are made. Eiger does not undertake and specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of any new information, future events, changed circumstances or otherwise.
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Wheelhouse Life Science Advisors
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BERWYN, Pa., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Envestnet today announced plans to expand into the small to medium-sized business (SMB) market by introducing data and digital solutions that empower SMBs to intelligently connect, grow, protect, and manage the financial wellness of their business all in one place. The solution will be offered by Envestnet to its clients – including advisors, banks and FinTechs – to help their SMB customers better run their businesses by integrating data from across all the applications they use.
This growth is part of Envestnet Data and Analytics' overall mission to drive financial wellness with data, artificial intelligence and an exceptional user experience, while also optimizing and broadening Envestnet's wealth capabilities and platform for advisors – all of which help bring the Intelligent Financial Life™ to a new market.
"Entering the SMB space will bring data-powered solutions to a wide range of business owners who have seen their financial needs and goals change drastically over the last two years," said Farouk Ferchichi, Global Head of Envestnet Data and Analytics. "Introducing new solutions to the SMB market by actively working with our advisor, bank and FinTech partners will not only deepen Envestnet's data and technology capabilities in the market, but will allow this SMB segment to gain insights and intelligence on their business' finances."
As part of Envestnet's commitment to serving SMB customers, it has recently partnered with upSWOT, a platform connected to 150+ SaaS products used by SMBs. By signing a multi-year agreement with an innovative SMB market player whose technology will help power Envestnet's SMB solution, Envestnet is committed to becoming a leader in the sector.
Envestnet refers to the family of operating subsidiaries of the public holding company, Envestnet, Inc. (NYSE: ENV). Envestnet is Fully Vested™ in empowering advisors and financial service providers with innovative technology, solutions, and intelligence to help make financial wellness a reality for their clients through an intelligently connected financial life. Over 108,000 advisors and more than 6,000 companies—including 18 of the 20 largest U.S. banks, 47 of the 50 largest wealth management and brokerage firms, over 500 of the largest RIAs, and hundreds of FinTech companies—leverage Envestnet technology and services that help drive better outcomes for enterprises, advisors, and their clients.
For more information on Envestnet, please visit www.envestnet.com and follow us on Twitter @ENVintel.
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MILWAUKEE, Wis., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FAB CBD, in conjunction with High Tide, two renowned and respected brands in the CBD and cannabis industries, recently announced a unique spring sale that those who love FAB CBD can take advantage of. Since its inception in 2017, FAB CBD's mission has been to employ research, innovation, and science to create cutting-edge products that help boost and support the wellness of consumers who make CBD a regular part of their daily routines.
The special Spring sale, covering the tail-end of Easter and centered around 4/20, enables everyone to receive 25% off sitewide by using code SPRING25 at checkout. The 4/20 Spring Sale runs from April 18-22, 2022. With this larger-than-usual discount, it's the perfect time to try new FAB CBD products.
About FAB CBD
Since 2017, FAB CBD has been on a mission to craft pure and potent CBD products so that customers can live a preventative wellness lifestyle. The brand uses premium supplementation, science, and innovation to formulate high-quality products through FAB CBD, FAB Nutrition, and FAB Pets. FAB CBD's top-shelf product line includes:
- Clean full-spectrum CBD oils that come in strengths of 300mg, 600mg, 1200mg, and 2400mg, and in delicious, bright flavors like vanilla, citrus, berry, mint, and natural.
- Topical CBD Cream that's silky, smooth, and non-greasy.
- "Anytime" and "Nighttime" CBD Gummies that are expertly crafted so that you can easily take your CBD day and night.
- Full Spectrum CBD Body Salve with a heating and cooling action.
- CBD+CBG Oil that's become a gold standard in the CBD industry.
- Calm & Cool Crunchy Dog Treats that your pup will be sure to love.
- AND COMING SOON — Complete Cannabinoid Vegan Softgels that will be a game-changer in how consumers take CBD.
With over a decade in the cannabis industry, High Tide Inc. has been a leading enterprise across Canada, Europe, and the United States. Founded in 2009, its portfolio companies include the largest Canadian cannabis discount club retail chain, some of the most popular and leading CBD brands that serve the US and UK, and three of the five most popular consumption accessories e-commerce platforms in the World.
FAB CBD's 4/20 Spring Sale runs from 4/18-4/22. Customers can save 25% using the code SPRING25.
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OAK BROOK, Ill., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) (the "Company"), a leader in environmental and safety solutions, will announce first quarter earnings before the market opens on Monday, May 2, 2022. The Company will also host an investor conference call and webcast at 10 a.m. Eastern Time the same day with Jennifer L. Sherman, president and chief executive officer, and Ian A. Hudson, senior vice president and chief financial officer.
Investors and analysts may access the webcast at www.federalsignal.com. The teleconference may be accessed 10 minutes prior to the start by calling 1-855-327-6837 and using conference ID 10018930. An archived replay of the investor conference call will be available on the Company's website shortly after the call concludes. The replay telephone number is 1-844-512-2921, pin number 10018930.
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer, manufacturer and supplier of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.
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The opening of a Vancouver, Canada office will accelerate hiring for software and hardware
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex Logix® Technologies, Inc., supplier of fast and efficient edge AI inference accelerators and the leading supplier of eFPGA IP, today announced the appointment of Chris Passier as Vice President for Platform Software and Vancouver Canada Site Executive. Chris brings a wealth of experience to Flex Logix having been in senior software leadership roles at Dell Networking, Ericsson Telecom and Rockport Networks.
"Chris is the ideal person to not only lead our expansion into Canada, but to also further expand our core software offerings for both AI inference and eFPGA business lines," said Dr. Randy Allen, Flex Logix's Vice President of Software. "He has a demonstrated track record of building and managing outstanding software teams in multiple locations. We look forward to welcoming him during this exciting time of growth and expansion."
Reporting to Allen, Passier will manage platform software across Flex Logix's offices in Vancouver, Mountain View, Calif. and Austin, Texas. He will also be the first site executive at the company's new Vancouver office.
"I believe the edge AI inference market will rapidly grow to billions of dollars by the mid 2020s, and Flex Logix is well positioned to capture significant market share with its high-performance, low power software and hardware solutions," said Chris Passier. "I look forward to being a part of the talented team at Flex Logix and being an integral part of the company's next phase of growth."
About Chris Passier
Chris has spent more than 20 years managing teams in Canada, China and the United States with senior leadership roles at Dell, Ericsson and Rockport, among others. He has managed teams of hundreds of software developers, usually growing the teams by an order of magnitude. He earned his Master's degree in Computer Science from Concordia University in Montreal and holds 3 patents. Chris currently lives in Vancouver, Canada.
About Flex Logix
Flex Logix is a reconfigurable computing company providing AI inference and eFPGA solutions based on software, systems and silicon. Its InferX X1 is the industry's most-efficient AI edge inference accelerator that will bring AI to the masses in high-volume applications by providing much higher inference throughput per dollar and per watt. Flex Logix's eFPGA platform enables chips to flexibly handle changing protocols, standards, algorithms, and customer needs and to implement reconfigurable accelerators that speed key workloads 30-100x compared to processors. Flex Logix is headquartered in Mountain View, California and also has offices in Austin, Texas and Vancouver, Canada. For more information, visit https://flex-logix.com.
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Tanis Communications
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Julie Boughn brings more than 30 years of health and IT experience in operations, data, and enterprise modernization supporting healthcare and social service programs
MCLEAN, Va., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CNSI, a leading provider of innovative healthcare technology products and solutions, announced today that Julie Boughn has joined CNSI's Health Advisory Board. Boughn, a former senior official who served in multiple roles at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), brings more than 30 years of experience in the health and information technology industry, including extensive knowledge of Medicaid enterprise systems that will help CNSI continually align its products and solutions to meet evolving federal and state program standards.
"Julie is a widely respected health and IT expert, and we are very pleased to have her knowledge and counsel as a member of the CNSI Health Advisory Board," said Todd Stottlemyer, CEO, CNSI. "Her expertise in operations, data analysis, and enterprise systems modernization will be invaluable in advancing CNSI's growth strategy to not only meet but also anticipate the needs of our clients in this era of rapid change in the health IT industry."
"CNSI has a stellar reputation for being at the forefront of health IT innovation, including being first to the cloud with its Medicaid Management Information System and first to achieve a 19-month core claims system implementation," Boughn said. She added, "I'm delighted to be able to collaborate with such an esteemed panel of members on the CNSI Health Advisory Board to further elevate CNSI's mission and improve the health and well-being of the citizens who rely on Medicaid and CHIP."
Boughn currently serves as Principal Consultant with JBoughn Consulting, LLC, providing guidance and advice to clients on strategy, leadership, and government technology. In December 2021, she retired from her position as the Director of the Data and Systems Group (DSG) within the Center for Medicaid & CHIP Services (CMCS) at CMS. Prior to that, she served in multiple leadership roles at CMS, including Chief Information Officer and Deputy Director of the CMS Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI). Her extensive background also includes experience as a software engineer, systems programmer, data analyst, and numerous roles in the private sector supporting healthcare and social service programs.
Boughn holds the distinction as a Presidential Rank Meritorious Executive and was inducted into the FedHealthIT 100 Hall of Fame in 2021.
CNSI's Health Advisory Board comprises some of the foremost thought leaders in healthcare and technology. Its eight members advise CNSI on industry trends, policy initiatives, and innovative ways to help CNSI's state and federal clients improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. The CNSI Health Advisory Board members are:
- Ryan Bosch, MD, FACP
- Julie Boughn
- Aneesh Chopra
- Charlene Frizzera
- Major General Elder Granger (USA, Ret.), MD
- Ryan Howells
- Bobbie Kilberg
- Charles Milligan
Read their full bios at www.cns-inc.com.
CNSI delivers a broad range of health information technology enterprise solutions and customizable products to a diverse base of state and federal agencies in the United States. CNSI aligns, builds, and manages innovative, high-quality, cost-effective solutions that help clients achieve their mission, enhance business performance, reduce costs, and improve the health of individuals and communities. Headquartered in the United States with a major technology center in Chennai, India, CNSI employs a world-class team of technologists, program managers, and subject matter experts with large-scale, mission-critical information technology implementation experience. Learn more at www.cns-inc.com.
Contact:
Janice Moore
Janice.Moore@cns-inc.com
703-214-3552
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Presentations to highlight the Company's gene therapies for cancer and diabetes
AUSTIN, Texas, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Genprex, Inc. ("Genprex" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: GNPX), a clinical-stage gene therapy company focused on developing life-changing therapies for patients with cancer and diabetes, today announced that its executive leaders will be providing an overview of the Company's gene therapies for cancer and diabetes to investors and industry professionals at the following investor and industry conferences in April 2022.
Event: NobleCon 18
Conference Dates: April 19-21, 2022
Presentation Date: Wednesday, April 20
Presentation Time: 11:30 a.m. ET
Location: Hard Rock Guitar Hotel, Hollywood, FL – Seminole Ballroom B
Presenter: Ryan Confer, Chief Financial Officer
A high-definition, video webcast of the presentation will be available the following day on the Company's website at www.genprex.com and as part of a complete catalog of presentations available at Noble Capital Markets' Conference website: www.nobleconference.com and on Channelchek www.channelchek.com the investor portal created by Noble. The webcast will be archived on the company's website, the NobleCon website and on Channelchek.com for a period of time following the event.
Event: Alliance for Regenerative Medicine's Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mediterranean (Virtual)
Conference Dates: April 20-22, 2022
Virtual Presentation Date: Available on-demand within the virtual platform for all delegates to view starting April 20, 2022
Presenter: Mark Berger, Chief Medical Officer
This meeting will feature in-person and pre-recorded virtual presentations by leading public and private companies, highlighting technical and clinical achievements over the past 12 months in the areas of cell therapy, gene therapy, gene editing, tissue engineering and broader regenerative medicine technologies.
Genprex, Inc. is a clinical-stage gene therapy company focused on developing life-changing therapies for patients with cancer and diabetes. Genprex's technologies are designed to administer disease-fighting genes to provide new therapies for large patient populations with cancer and diabetes who currently have limited treatment options. Genprex works with world-class institutions and collaborators to develop drug candidates to further its pipeline of gene therapies in order to provide novel treatment approaches. Genprex's oncology program utilizes its unique, proprietary, non-viral ONCOPREX® Nanoparticle Delivery System, which the Company believes is the first systemic gene therapy delivery platform used for cancer in humans. ONCOPREX encapsulates the gene-expressing plasmids using lipid nanoparticles. The resultant product is then administered intravenously, where it is then taken up by tumor cells that express proteins that are deficient. The Company's lead product candidate, REQORSA™ (quaratusugene ozeplasmid), is being evaluated as a treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). REQORSA has a multimodal mechanism of action that has been shown to interrupt cell signaling pathways that cause replication and proliferation of cancer cells; re-establish pathways for apoptosis, or programmed cell death, in cancer cells; and modulate the immune response against cancer cells. REQORSA has also been shown to block mechanisms that create drug resistance. In 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Fast Track Designation for REQORSA for NSCLC in combination therapy with AstraZeneca's Tagrisso® (osimertinib) for patients with EFGR mutations whose tumors progressed after treatment with Tagrisso. In 2021, the FDA granted Fast Track Designation for REQORSA for NSCLC in combination therapy with Merck & Co's Keytruda® (pembrolizumab) for patients whose disease progressed after treatment with Keytruda.
For more information, please visit the Company's web site at www.genprex.com or follow Genprex on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of management, are not guarantees of performance and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. These forward-looking statements should, therefore, be considered in light of various important factors, including those set forth in Genprex's reports that it files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission and which you should review, including those statements under "Item 1A – Risk Factors" in Genprex's Annual Report on Form 10-K and "Part II, Item 1A" of Genprex's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
Because forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the timing and success of Genprex's clinical trials and regulatory approvals, including the extent and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the effect of Genprex's product candidates, alone and in combination with other therapies, on cancer and diabetes; Genprex's future growth and financial status; Genprex's commercial and strategic partnerships including the scale up of the manufacture of its product candidates; and Genprex's intellectual property and licenses.
These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as predictions of future events and Genprex cannot assure you that the events or circumstances discussed or reflected in these statements will be achieved or will occur. If such forward-looking statements prove to be inaccurate, the inaccuracy may be material. You should not regard these statements as a representation or warranty by Genprex or any other person that Genprex will achieve its objectives and plans in any specified timeframe, or at all. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Genprex disclaims any obligation to publicly update or release any revisions to these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date of this press release or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law.
Genprex, Inc.
(877) 774-GNPX (4679)
GNPX Investor Relations
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GNPX Media Contact
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MCKINNEY, Texas, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Globe Life Inc. (NYSE: GL) will release First Quarter 2022 earnings after the market closes on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. At that time a copy of the Company's Q1 - 2022 earnings press release and any other financial and statistical information about the quarter will be available on the Company's website at https://investors.globelifeinsurance.com/ under Financial Reports and Other Financial Information. In conjunction with the First Quarter 2022 Earnings Release of Globe Life Inc. you are invited to listen to a conference call that will be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 11:00 am Eastern (10:00 am Central).
First Quarter Conference Call
Thursday, April 21, 2022
11:00 a.m. (Eastern)
Listen live and as a replay at https://investors.globelifeinsurance.com/ under
Calls and Meetings
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Call-In Number:
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Globe Life Inc. is a holding company specializing in life and supplemental health insurance for "middle income" Americans marketed through multiple distribution channels including direct to consumer, and exclusive and independent agencies.
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TAMPA, Fla., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenway Health, a leading health information technology services provider, announced Tiffani Misencik as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Misencik joins the Greenway Executive Leadership Team and will have overall responsibility for the Greenway Health Sales, Client Success, and Marketing organizations.
Misencik will be instrumental in executing Greenway's strategic plan to drive value creation and expand its product offerings for current and new client segments. She will also continue to strengthen internal operations to ensure product and service offerings provide client solutions and align with market demand.
Misencik has more than twenty years of experience in the healthcare IT industry, including a previous tenure as a senior leader with Intelerad Medical Systems (IMS), where she transformed the sales organization to align with an aggressive market growth strategy. Prior to her work with IMS, Misencik was the Vice President of Hospital and Health Systems at Allscripts. During her 16 years with Allscripts, she led a cross-functional team responsible for the client lifecycle including sales, retention, and client satisfaction. While there, she consistently surpassed goals and received honors and recognition for her and her team's accomplishments.
"Tiffani will be an integral part of our growth strategy here at Greenway as we strategically pivot to driving transformational growth, increasing client satisfaction and enhancing adoption of our products and services. Her results-oriented approach, knowledge of the industry, and passion for improving patient outcomes will help us continue our momentum and bring Greenway even closer to our clients," said Pratap Sarker, CEO of Greenway.
Misencik is an influential leader and industry expert providing insights on healthcare industry trends through her numerous speaking engagements at conferences and contributing to publications to enact awareness and change. Additionally, Misencik actively participates with the national organization, Women in Sales North America.
"Immediately following my initial discussions with the Greenway Executive Leadership Team, I knew our values were aligned on our mutual passion and dedication to the patient experience," said Tiffani Misencik, CRO of Greenway, "Together, we will work to revolutionize the healthcare IT ecosystem by utilizing technology and innovation to ensure interoperability among providers, provide health equity to populations, and empower patients and providers in their healthcare decisions."
Greenway is an end-to-end EHR, practice management, and medical billing solutions provider with a full suite of adaptable technology options including revenue cycle management, telehealth, care coordination services, patient engagement, and much more.
About Greenway Health
Greenway Health provides electronic health records (EHR), practice management, and revenue cycle management solutions that help practices in multiple specialties grow profitably, remain compliant, work more efficiently, and improve patient outcomes. Its team of clinical, financial, and technology experts serve as trusted advisors, committed to enabling successful providers, empowering patients, and building healthier communities. Greenway works with more than 55,000 providers across multiple specialties, translating into millions of lives touched daily by its solutions. For more information on Greenway and its holistic solutions, visit www.greenwayhealth.com, call 877-537-0063, or follow Greenway on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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Leading Bathroom Brand Invites Consumers to Escape to the Indulgent Luxury Of A Full Body Dream Shower
PISCATAWAY, N.J., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GROHE, the leading global brand for bath and kitchen water solutions, introduces Rainshower™ Aqua Body Sprays, the latest addition to GROHE's innovative at home shower offerings. Designed to transform your bathroom into a relaxing retreat, the GROHE Rainshower Aqua Body Sprays offer rejuvenating and exhilarating elements that exude the pure pleasure of water to soothe the senses with spa-like comfort.
Slim and unobtrusive, the Aqua Body Sprays feature a unique combination of power, performance and design perfection. The low-profile body spray sits flush for a clean look when not in use and once the water is turned on, the body spray pops out to reveal a precision knurled edge that makes it easy to alternate between the relaxing Rain Spray or the invigorating ActiveJet Spray. Engineered to create a highly personal experience, the Aqua Body Sprays are angle adjustable, satisfying any height and providing target relief where needed. Meticulously engineered, combining beauty and benefit, they transform an everyday shower into an indulgent experience.
"Over the past two years, the bathroom has become an escape for so many people, a place where they can enjoy some quality me time," said Patrick Speck, leader of LIXIL Global Design. "Knowing this, we wanted to expand our luxury shower offerings to create a more indulgent spa atmosphere. Whether using the shower to wake up in the morning or relax after a long day, the Rainshower Aqua Body Sprays allow consumers to enjoy their dream shower experience."
When it comes to delivering the pure, simple joy of water, GROHE products are unrivaled. Complementing multiple showering collections, the Aqua Body Sprays allow consumers to create their ideal custom shower experience with up to six body sprays controlled with a single button on the Grohtherm® SmartControl Thermostatic valve trim. Designed to replicate the robust spray power of a luxe spa, the Aqua Body spray pattern extends two feet without losing effectiveness, while using 60 percent less water than standard 2.5gpm options.
Available in a square or round shape, the Aqua Body Sprays are offered in multiple finishes allowing consumers to perfectly match the full array of GROHE bathroom offerings. The GROHE Rainshower Aqua Body Sprays are now available online and through major distributors nationwide. To learn more, visit grohe.us.
About GROHE
GROHE is a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings and has a total of over 7,000 employees in 150 countries – 2,600 of them are based in Germany. Since 2014 GROHE has been part of the strong brand portfolio of the Japanese manufacturer of pioneering water and housing products LIXIL. In order to offer "Pure Freude an Wasser" (Pure Joy of Water), every GROHE product is based on the brand values of quality, technology, design and sustainability. Renowned highlights such as GROHE thermostat series as well as groundbreaking innovations such as the GROHE Blue Chilled & Sparkling water system underline the brand's profound expertise. Focused on customer needs, GROHE thus creates intelligent, life-enhancing and sustainable product solutions that offer relevant added value – and bear the "Made in Germany" seal of quality: R&D and design are firmly anchored as an integrated process in Germany. GROHE takes its corporate responsibility very seriously and focuses on a resource-saving value chain. Since April 2020, the sanitary brand has been producing CO2-neutral* worldwide. In spring 2022, GROHE reached another major milestone by removing all unnecessary plastic packaging from its products.
In the past ten years alone, more than 490 design and innovation awards as well as several sustainability awards confirmed GROHE's success. GROHE was the first in its industry to win the CSR Award of the German Federal Government and the German Sustainability Award 2021 in the categories "Resources" and "Design". As part of the sustainability and climate campaign "50 Sustainability & Climate Leaders," GROHE is also driving sustainable transformation.
*includes CO2 compensation projects, more on green.grohe.com
About LIXIL
LIXIL (TSE Code 5938) makes pioneering water and housing products that solve everyday, real-life challenges, making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate to make high quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design, an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth. Our approach comes to life through industry leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard, and TOSTEM, [as well as specialty brands such as DXV]. Approximately 55,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries are proud to make products that touch the lives of more than a billion people every day.
1 Our planet is drowning in plastic pollution – it's time for change: https://www.unep.org/interactive/beat-plastic-pollution/
2 The Global Risks Report 2020: http://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Global_Risk_Report_2020.pdf; page 46
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LOVELAND, Colo., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Heska Corporation (NASDAQ: HSKA; "Heska" or the "Company"), a leading global provider of advanced veterinary diagnostic and specialty solutions, will report its first quarter 2022 financial performance in a press release before the market opens on Monday, May 9, 2022. The Company will also host an earnings call at 9 a.m. MT / 11 a.m. ET to discuss the results.
To access the conference call:
From within the United States, please dial 1-800-239-9838
From outside of the United States, please dial 1-323-794-2551
Reference Conference ID: 6552107
The earnings call will be webcast live from the Company's investor relations website at Heska First Quarter 2022 Earnings Call Webcast.
A telephonic replay will be available at 2 p.m. ET on May 9 through 11:59 p.m. ET on May 23, 2022 and the webcast will be archived on the Company's website for 90 days.
To access the replay by telephone:
From within the United States, please dial 1-844-512-2921
From outside the United States, please dial 1-412-317-6671
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About Heska
Heska Corporation (NASDAQ: HSKA) manufactures, develops and sells advanced veterinary diagnostics, informatics, and specialty healthcare solutions through its two business segments: North America and International. Both segments include Point of Care Lab testing instruments and consumables, digital imaging products, software and services, data services, allergy testing and immunotherapy, and single-use offerings such as in-clinic diagnostic tests and heartworm preventive products. The North America segment also includes private label vaccine and pharmaceutical production for third-parties, primarily for herd animal health. For more information, please visit www.heska.com.
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Company Offers Easy Way for Fans to Take Action
BURLINGTON, Vt., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The fact that Ben & Jerry's and the American Civil Liberties Union are all-in on cannabis justice this 4/20 may not be shocking. What IS news is that earlier this month the U.S. House of Representative passed legislation that would legalize cannabis and expunge the records of people convicted of cannabis crimes. We're now calling on the Senate to step up immediately to pass its version of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act, or MORE Act, and ensure that the people most impacted by the war on drugs and mass incarceration – people of color – actually benefit from cannabis decriminalization.
Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9011858-ben-and-jerrys-4-20-cannabis-justice/
Despite 39 states decriminalizing or legalizing cannabis for medical or recreational use, hundreds of thousands of people are still arrested every year for possession or are still locked up for past convictions—and they are disproportionately Black. In addition, the legal cannabis industry is now worth more than $25 billion a year, and white men are more than 70% of the C-suite in the industry while only 7% are Black.
To put it simply, our cannabis laws are half baked.
That's why Ben & Jerry's and the ACLU have teamed up this 4/20 to provide an easy way for Americans to take action and demand the Senate pass cannabis justice legislation. The joint 4/20 campaign will include a series of digital ads on social media platforms that provide Americans an easy, one-click way to send a message to their Senators. With 91% of U.S. adults supporting some sort of marijuana legalization, it's time for our laws to reflect the will of the people.
"The Black and Brown community have borne the high cost of cannabis prohibition and the system of mass incarceration that it has fueled, while white men reap the financial benefits of the legalized cannabis industry", said Chris Miller, Global Head of Activism Strategy at Ben & Jerry's. "That's why the Senate must immediately pass legislation that begins to right the wrongs of the decades long war on drugs by legalizing cannabis and expunging records while restoring equity to the booming legal cannabis industry."
"For too long, America's drug laws have been unequally applied at great cost to Black and Brown communities. While no law can undo lifetimes of injustice, our nation must immediately take basic steps that an overwhelming majority of Americans support," said Cynthia W. Roseberry, Deputy Director of Policy at the ACLU. "That's what this 4/20 Cannabis Justice campaign is all about, bringing the voice of Americans to their policymakers in the Capitol."
Visit benjerry.com on 4/20 to learn more.
It's high time for change.
Ben & Jerry's is an aspiring social justice company that believes in a greater calling than simply making and selling the world's best ice cream. The company produces a wide variety of super-premium ice cream and Non-Dairy/vegan desserts using high-quality ingredients and lots of big chunks and swirls. As a certified B Corp, Ben & Jerry's incorporates its vision of Linked Prosperity into its business practices via values-led sourcing initiatives when purchasing ingredients. Ben & Jerry's is distributed in over 35 countries in supermarkets, grocery stores, convenience stores, franchised Scoop Shops, and via on-demand delivery services. Ben & Jerry's, a Vermont corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of Unilever, operates its business on a three-part Mission Statement emphasizing product quality, a fair financial return, and addressing issues of social, racial, and environmental injustice around the globe. The Ben & Jerry's Foundation, guided by Ben & Jerry's employees, granted $3.4MM in 2020 to support progressive, justice focused grassroots organizing around the country. For up-to-date information visit benjerry.com.
For more than 100 years, the ACLU has worked in courts, legislatures, and communities to protect the constitutional rights of all people. With a nationwide network of offices and millions of members and supporters, we take up the toughest civil liberties fights. Beyond one person, party, or side — we the people dare to create a more perfect union. Learn more at aclu.org
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Created by Artist and Cannabis Industry Activist Emily Eizen, NFT Design Reflects the Urgent Need For Change in the Criminal Justice System
MIAMI, April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Personal wellness and CBD brand House of Wise announces the auction of the company's 420 1/1 Justice For All NFT. The single, unique edition NFT will be available for bidding through 4:20 p.m. EDT on April 20, 2022.
Proceeds from the NFT sale will go directly to the Last Prisoner Project Family Support Fund, which supports families whose lives have been upended by unjust cannabis convictions and former cannabis incarcerates who are reintegrating into society. Last Prisoner Project is the official nonprofit partner of House of Wise and is dedicated to advancing criminal justice reform for the cannabis community.
The 1/1 NFT was created by Emily Eizen, an LA-based multimedia artist and cannabis industry activist who is also the talent behind the Limited-Edition Justice For All CBD Gummy Sampler Box design. The NFT design features two cannabis plants emerging from a shadowed pit, representing the widespread acceptance of cannabis into the mainstream.
There are a number of elements found beneath the dark hole, which represents the various ways in which cannabis can be used: a medical cross and pills symbolizing medicinal use, lightbulbs speak to the creativity cannabis can spark, lips for sensuality, a heart for love, a smile for joy, and a dove carrying a hemp leaf symbolizing the freedoms that remain stifled by cannabis criminalization.
Within the design, you can also read the word "Justice," which is vital to bringing more meaning to the 420 holiday on April 20. As Americans look ahead to the future of cannabis in this country, it is important we all recognize the work still required to change policy and eliminate the stigmas that surround cannabis users.
"I'm privileged to be able to do what I love so openly; that's not lost on me. I aim to use my position in the cannabis industry to open doors for people who don't have an easy way in," said Emily Eizen. "I hope through my art and my voice that I can use both to change hearts and minds when it comes to preconceived notions about hemp and cannabis. It's an honor to create an NFT that will bring intrinsic and tangible value to the NFT owner and be a resource to Last Prisoner Project and the countless families they support."
House of Wise invites interested buyers to the company's OpenSea.io marketplace, where they can place their bid using Ethereum (ETH) on the 420 1/1 Justice For All NFT through April 20, 2022, at 4:20 p.m. EDT. The highest bidder will be announced on the company's Twitter account once bidding closes. In addition to buying the NFT, the winner of the auction will also receive one Limited-Edition Justice For All CBD Gummy Sampler Box, House of Wise Sleep Drops, and House of Wise Stress Drops (product value: $205).
About House of Wise
House of Wise empowers women to take control of their lives and daily routines, while working to shatter the stigmas and double standards they continue to face today. The wellness brand offers high-quality, originally formulated CBD products, empowering users to give more intention and purpose to their routines so they can take back control of their sleep, stress, strength, and sex. House of Wise features a collection of seven trusted, premium CBD products in addition to wellness products and custom merchandise. Each CBD product is specially designed and paired with additional, thoughtfully selected active ingredients to help women make the most of every day.
About Last Prisoner Project
The Last Prisoner Project (LPP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to cannabis-related criminal justice reform. As the United States moves away from the criminalization of cannabis, giving rise to a major new industry, there remains the fundamental injustice inflicted upon those who have suffered under America's unjust policy of cannabis prohibition. Through intervention, advocacy, and awareness campaigns, the Last Prisoner Project works to redress the past and continuing harms of these inhumane and ineffective laws and policies. Visit www.lastprisonerproject.org or text FREEDOM to 24365 to donate and learn more.
Media Contact: Lauren Nolan, lauren@houseofwise.co
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