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How Can the Olympics Protect 78,000 Volunteers From the Coronavirus? | TOKYO For Olympic host cities, one of the keys to a successful Games is the army of volunteers cheerfully performing a range of duties, like fetching water, driving Olympic vehicles, interpreting for athletes or carrying medals to ceremonies. If the rescheduled Tokyo Games go ahead as planned this summer, roughly 78,000 volunteers will have another responsibility: preventing the spread of the coronavirus, both among participants and themselves. For protection, the volunteers are being offered little more than a couple of cloth masks, a bottle of sanitizer and mantras about social distancing. Unless they qualify for vaccination through Japans slow age-based rollout, they will not be inoculated against the coronavirus. I dont know how were going to be able to do this, said Akiko Kariya, 40, a paralegal in Tokyo who signed up to volunteer as an interpreter. The Olympic committee hasnt told us exactly what they will do to keep us safe. As organizers have scrambled to assure the globe that Tokyo can pull off the Games in the midst of a pandemic, the volunteers have been left largely on their own to figure out how to avoid infection. Much of the planning for the postponed Olympics has a seat-of-the-pants quality. With less than three months to go before the opening ceremony, the organizers have yet to decide whether domestic spectators will be admitted, or hammer out details about who, besides the athletes, will be tested regularly. Advertising Tens of thousands of participants will descend on Tokyo from more than 200 countries after nearly a year in which Japans borders have been largely closed to outsiders. The volunteers assignments will bring them into contact with many of the Olympic visitors as they pass in and out of a bubble that will encompass the Olympic Village and other venues. There are a lot of people who have to go in and out of the bubble, and they are not protected at all and not even being tested, said Barbara Holthus, a volunteer and deputy director of the German Institute for Japanese Studies in Tokyo. I do see the risk of a superspreader event. A leaflet distributed to volunteers advises them to ask visitors to stand at least 1 meter a little more than 3 feet apart. During shifts, they should disinfect their hands frequently. If offering assistance to someone, they should avoid directly facing the other person and never talk without a mask. Mask-wearing and hand-washing are very basic, but doing that to the max is the most important thing we can do, said Natsuki Den, senior director of volunteer promotion for the Tokyo organizing committee. People often say, That is so basic; is that all you can do? Den said. But if every volunteer implements these basic measures, she said, it can really limit the risk. Beyond that, it is hard to think of any magic countermeasures because they dont really exist. Even as a majority of the Japanese public has remained opposed to hosting the Olympics this year, many volunteers say they are committed, at least in principle, to fostering international fellowship after more than a year of isolation. (The ranks of volunteers did take a sizable hit when about 1,000 volunteers quit after the first president of the Tokyo organizing committee, Yoshiro Mori, made sexist comments.) Advertising But volunteers worry about their own health as well as the safety of the athletes and other Olympic participants, especially as Tokyo experiences new spikes in virus cases. The capital is currently under a state of emergency. I am scared that I would get the virus and show no symptoms, and accidentally give it to the athletes, said Yuto Hirano, 30, who works at a technology company in Tokyo and is assigned to help athletes backstage at the Paralympics events for boccia, a ball sport. I want to protect myself so that I can protect them. In addition to the Olympic volunteers, organizers need to secure medical workers to staff the Games. Typically, doctors and nurses also volunteer to work at the Olympics, but this year, with the medical system overstretched from a year of fighting the coronavirus, health care workers have begun to balk. We are surprised about the talk going around requesting the dispatch of 500 nurses to the Tokyo Olympics, the Japan Federation of Medical Workers Unions said in a statement posted on its website, adding that now is not the time for the Olympics, its time for coronavirus countermeasures. As the pandemic rages on, some nonmedical volunteers are going to great lengths to keep safe. Yoko Aoshima, 49, who teaches English at a business college in Shizuoka, about 90 miles outside Tokyo, has booked a hotel for the days she is scheduled to work, at a cost of 110,000 yen, or about $1,000. That means she will not have to commute. To avoid public transit in Tokyo, she plans to purchase a bicycle when she gets to Tokyo to commute to the field hockey stadium where she is assigned shifts. Advertising But Aoshima, who decided to volunteer in part to honor the legacy of her father, a former physical education teacher, wonders how she will protect her family when she returns home after the Games. When I go back to Shizuoka, is it safe enough for my family to stay with me? Aoshima asked. Will I be able to go back to work? She said she had already purchased a few at-home coronavirus tests to use after the Olympics. For volunteers who have spent the past year avoiding crowds, the concept of suddenly being thrust into contact with athletes, coaches, officials or members of the media from outside Japan is triggering a sense of cognitive dissonance. I only saw one friend last year, when she had a baby, said Kariya, the paralegal in Tokyo. I go to the supermarket or the bank, where I really need to go. The last time I rode the train was last March. In the absence of more safety measures, Kariya said she was considering quitting as a volunteer. Sponsored Many volunteers are disappointed that they will not be offered vaccines before the Games. So far, organizers have said they are not considering prioritizing Japans Olympic athletes for vaccination, much less volunteers. They cant say they have priority because then the people would start shouting at them, said Chiharu Charles Nishikawa, 61, who volunteered at the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro in 2016 and London in 2012 and advises the Olympic committee about volunteering. Some volunteers said they were worried that organizers did not have the resources to monitor everyone for adherence to the rules, which include wearing masks, avoiding dining in restaurants and staying off public transit. Holthus said volunteers could be put in a sticky spot, given that their primary role is to project an image of harmonious hospitality. A volunteer handbook issued before the Olympics was postponed last year encouraged them to address people with a smile. In online sessions and other messaging since, Holthus said, they still keep saying, Oh, and your smile is going to be so important. Were supposed to be wearing masks, she said. So I find that very insensitive. Advertising Not every volunteer has serious concerns about safety. Some said that they expected widespread compliance with the rules, given what is on the line. I think athletes will do whatever it takes to participate in the Olympics, said Philbert Ono, a travel writer, photographer and translator. If we tell them to wear a mask, they will wear a mask, he said. When they have meals, they will sit way far apart and separated and facing only one direction. So I think they are very disciplined, and they know what is at stake. | About 78,000 volunteers will have to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. They are being offered little more than a couple of cloth masks, a bottle of sanitizer and mantras about social distancing. Unless they qualify for vaccination through Japans slow age-based rollout, they will not be inoculated against the coronavirus. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/how-can-the-olympics-protect-78000-volunteers-from-the-coronavirus/ | 0.142964 |
What Are The Hottest Cryptocurrencies In China, Korea & Japan? | Not ... [+] really. Though the South Koreans like one coin most of us have never heard of. KMR Images China, South Korea, and Japan are often seen as drivers of the cryptocurrency market. When Beijing threatens to close cryptocurrency exchanges and ban Bitcoin purchases, prices tank. For Bitcoin folklore, where a person (or persons) pseudonymously named Satoshi Nakamoto, a Japanese name, the gambling cultures of China, coupled with the Asian economic powers, suggests these three countries house some of the best crypto investors around. Chinas taking its currency digital, ahead of the U.S. Dogecoin. KMR Images South Korea is now in the process of approving a state sanctioned crypto currency fund, Joseph Young of the Forbes Alpha Alarm newsletter said this past week. Hanwha Asset Management is potentially forming a digital asset fund that would set an important precedent in the South Korean crypto scene, similar to how MicroStrategy MSTR marked the start of an institutional frenzy around crypto in the U.S., Young says. There has been little institutional demand coming from South Korea compared to the U.S. and Europe, says Young. If this leads to significant capital inflow into the South Korean crypto market, the entire crypto market rally could see additional steam throughout this year. I asked some Asian based executives where the smart money in these countries was going. There are just some coins that are top in almost every market, like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and recently Dogecoin (DOGE), says Jonathan Lyu, CEO of KuCoin in Seychelles. He says that there are different investment preferences among those three countries and you can spot them in their trading patterns. Cryptocurrency has their own base image. This is Cardano coin. KMR Imagese In general, the Japanese traders are more prone to invest into major tokens like XRP and Cardano (ADA), because they tend to show a relatively risk averse behavior, Lyu says. South Korean investors are more in favor of local projects like Enjin (ENJ) and Luna Coin (LUNA). Chinese traders are following the latest trends closely and Filecoin (FIL) is quite popular in the Chinese market lately. Most of these coins, other than Luna and Enjin, are top 10 coins. Luna Coin is not available on Coinbase. I think sentiment across Asia has shifted to a more speculative nature, and ETH has been driving interest in the altcoin market, says Jonathan Leong, CEO of BTSE, a cryptocurrency trading platform based in the British Virgin Islands. For sure Japanese traders love XRP, and Chinese traders like to trade exchange coins and DeFi coins, among others. Korean investors are risk takers and trade the long-tail of coins, he says. XRP KMR Images Large Asian exchanges like AAX believe there is no use in trying to track the trading trends of China, Japan or South Korea. Theyre really not any more savvy than the rest of us sitting Stateside. In China, retail trading is restricted and often done across multiple exchanges via VPN. In South Korea, there are capital controls which bring in arbitrage opportunities, known as the Kimchi Premium. Japan is similar. In all three countries, Bitcoin gives investors an opportunity to decrease exposure and reliance on the dollar, which is not a concern in Europe or the U.S., of course. Whales are entities and individuals that hold between 1,000 and 10,000 BTC. Elon Musks Tesla TSLA is now a Whale. But where whales are concentrated cannot easily be determined on the basis of on-chain metrics, and so to assume that whales are particularly concentrated in Asia would be unfounded anyway, says Ben Caselin, head of Research and Strategy at the Hong Kong-based AAX. Enjin. KMR Images Lyu says there are plenty of whales in China. If we are talking about Bitcoin, I know a number of them in Asia, especially in China, he says. China pioneers in Bitcoin mining in the early days of Bitcoin and many of those miners have accumulated a large amount of . The holdings of a few of the top Chinese miners is over six digits and they are holding. Maybe they sell a few when they need to pay their electric bills, he joked, though Bitcoin mining is surely energy intensive. China banned Bitcoin trading back in 2017, but being a decentralized network, Bitcoin is hard to ban effectively. Policy changes in China could one day affect the Bitcoin mining industry, imposing an indirect impact on the Bitcoin price. There is always a risk that China views Bitcoin as a threat to its national currency, the yuan, or to the digital yuan, says Caselin. The Peoples Bank of China recently hinted taking a softer stance on Bitcoin, saying cryptocurrencies should just be regulated as an alternative asset, rather than a currency ultimately allowing for its trading like gambling on horse racing, or on alt-coins. I find the Asian cryptocurrency traders to be more opportunistic in nature, and there are higher investment hurdle rates in Asia which can be seen in China-centric quantitative funds versus their Western counterparts, thinks Shane Ai, head of product R&D at Bybit, a Singapore-based digital asset derivatives trading platform. Professional traders are more focused on smoothing out market inefficiencies, and employing leverage. Lyu agrees on that part. Leverage makes trading in crypto all the more dangerous. Compared to their Western counterparts, I think Asian crypto investors are more aggressive, he says. They may not give the whitepaper a look before they buy, they tend to use higher leveraged bets and trade more frequently, Lyu tells me. Theres a lot of blockchain true believers and developers in Asia, but for investors, the gamblers constitute the majority. | China, South Korea, and Japan are often seen as drivers of the cryptocurrency market. South Korea is now in the process of approving a state sanctioned crypto currency fund. Japanese traders are more prone to invest into major tokens like XRP and Cardano. | bart | 1 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/kenrapoza/2021/05/02/what-are-the-hottest-cryptocurrencies-in-china-korea--japan/ | 0.163222 |
What Are The Hottest Cryptocurrencies In China, Korea & Japan? | Not ... [+] really. Though the South Koreans like one coin most of us have never heard of. KMR Images China, South Korea, and Japan are often seen as drivers of the cryptocurrency market. When Beijing threatens to close cryptocurrency exchanges and ban Bitcoin purchases, prices tank. For Bitcoin folklore, where a person (or persons) pseudonymously named Satoshi Nakamoto, a Japanese name, the gambling cultures of China, coupled with the Asian economic powers, suggests these three countries house some of the best crypto investors around. Chinas taking its currency digital, ahead of the U.S. Dogecoin. KMR Images South Korea is now in the process of approving a state sanctioned crypto currency fund, Joseph Young of the Forbes Alpha Alarm newsletter said this past week. Hanwha Asset Management is potentially forming a digital asset fund that would set an important precedent in the South Korean crypto scene, similar to how MicroStrategy MSTR marked the start of an institutional frenzy around crypto in the U.S., Young says. There has been little institutional demand coming from South Korea compared to the U.S. and Europe, says Young. If this leads to significant capital inflow into the South Korean crypto market, the entire crypto market rally could see additional steam throughout this year. I asked some Asian based executives where the smart money in these countries was going. There are just some coins that are top in almost every market, like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and recently Dogecoin (DOGE), says Jonathan Lyu, CEO of KuCoin in Seychelles. He says that there are different investment preferences among those three countries and you can spot them in their trading patterns. Cryptocurrency has their own base image. This is Cardano coin. KMR Imagese In general, the Japanese traders are more prone to invest into major tokens like XRP and Cardano (ADA), because they tend to show a relatively risk averse behavior, Lyu says. South Korean investors are more in favor of local projects like Enjin (ENJ) and Luna Coin (LUNA). Chinese traders are following the latest trends closely and Filecoin (FIL) is quite popular in the Chinese market lately. Most of these coins, other than Luna and Enjin, are top 10 coins. Luna Coin is not available on Coinbase. I think sentiment across Asia has shifted to a more speculative nature, and ETH has been driving interest in the altcoin market, says Jonathan Leong, CEO of BTSE, a cryptocurrency trading platform based in the British Virgin Islands. For sure Japanese traders love XRP, and Chinese traders like to trade exchange coins and DeFi coins, among others. Korean investors are risk takers and trade the long-tail of coins, he says. XRP KMR Images Large Asian exchanges like AAX believe there is no use in trying to track the trading trends of China, Japan or South Korea. Theyre really not any more savvy than the rest of us sitting Stateside. In China, retail trading is restricted and often done across multiple exchanges via VPN. In South Korea, there are capital controls which bring in arbitrage opportunities, known as the Kimchi Premium. Japan is similar. In all three countries, Bitcoin gives investors an opportunity to decrease exposure and reliance on the dollar, which is not a concern in Europe or the U.S., of course. Whales are entities and individuals that hold between 1,000 and 10,000 BTC. Elon Musks Tesla TSLA is now a Whale. But where whales are concentrated cannot easily be determined on the basis of on-chain metrics, and so to assume that whales are particularly concentrated in Asia would be unfounded anyway, says Ben Caselin, head of Research and Strategy at the Hong Kong-based AAX. Enjin. KMR Images Lyu says there are plenty of whales in China. If we are talking about Bitcoin, I know a number of them in Asia, especially in China, he says. China pioneers in Bitcoin mining in the early days of Bitcoin and many of those miners have accumulated a large amount of . The holdings of a few of the top Chinese miners is over six digits and they are holding. Maybe they sell a few when they need to pay their electric bills, he joked, though Bitcoin mining is surely energy intensive. China banned Bitcoin trading back in 2017, but being a decentralized network, Bitcoin is hard to ban effectively. Policy changes in China could one day affect the Bitcoin mining industry, imposing an indirect impact on the Bitcoin price. There is always a risk that China views Bitcoin as a threat to its national currency, the yuan, or to the digital yuan, says Caselin. The Peoples Bank of China recently hinted taking a softer stance on Bitcoin, saying cryptocurrencies should just be regulated as an alternative asset, rather than a currency ultimately allowing for its trading like gambling on horse racing, or on alt-coins. I find the Asian cryptocurrency traders to be more opportunistic in nature, and there are higher investment hurdle rates in Asia which can be seen in China-centric quantitative funds versus their Western counterparts, thinks Shane Ai, head of product R&D at Bybit, a Singapore-based digital asset derivatives trading platform. Professional traders are more focused on smoothing out market inefficiencies, and employing leverage. Lyu agrees on that part. Leverage makes trading in crypto all the more dangerous. Compared to their Western counterparts, I think Asian crypto investors are more aggressive, he says. They may not give the whitepaper a look before they buy, they tend to use higher leveraged bets and trade more frequently, Lyu tells me. Theres a lot of blockchain true believers and developers in Asia, but for investors, the gamblers constitute the majority. | China, South Korea, and Japan are often seen as drivers of the cryptocurrency market. South Korea is now in the process of approving a state sanctioned crypto currency fund. Japanese traders are more prone to invest into major tokens like XRP and Cardano. In all three countries, Bitcoin gives investors an opportunity to decrease exposure and reliance on the dollar. | bart | 2 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/kenrapoza/2021/05/02/what-are-the-hottest-cryptocurrencies-in-china-korea--japan/ | 0.162093 |
What will Acting Mayor Kim Janey do about Boston police? | In addition, a recent Globe investigation revealed the department determined in 1995 that Patrick M. Rose Sr., the onetime president of the citys powerful patrolmens union, had more than likely molested a 12-year-old child. The department had repeatedly refused to release the case files or discuss why Rose, who is now charged with sexually abusing five additional children, continued as a patrolman and had access to children. Janey released 13 pages from a 105-page internal affairs file for Rose earlier this month. The remaining 92 pages were withheld by the city to protect the identity of the victims, officials said. The chief controversies swirling around the nations oldest police force are threefold. The citys police commissioner, Dennis White, is on paid administrative leave while an independent investigator probes a 1999 domestic abuse allegation. Scandal has engulfed Boston police, presenting Acting Mayor Kim Janey with one of the first major tests of her crisis management skills as city executive. And in March, federal authorities arrested and charged a retired Boston police captain with pocketing more than $12,395 in fraudulent overtime earnings, escalating a yearslong probe into payroll abuse at the departments evidence warehouse. Advertisement That trio of problems predates Janeys tenure as acting mayor. But navigating the political currents churning the departments future ranks among the most immediate challenges she faces in her new role, and underscores the potential political peril that serving as acting mayor carries, even with all the advantages the post brings to Janey as she simultaneously runs for a full term. In a tight primary, when most candidates are trying to run under the moniker of most progressive, mishandling a police issue could definitely be an issue, said Erin OBrien, a University of Massachusetts political science professor. Thats true for all the candidates. Most candidates, their calculus is being tough on police is good policy and its good politics. Advertisement Janey said in early April she expected the White investigation to conclude before the end of that month. And while the final report from that probe has been submitted to City Hall, as of Sunday Janey had yet to be briefed on the matter. A decision regarding Whites future is likely to come in early May, a Janey spokesman said. Another UMass Boston professor, Kevin Wozniak, said that the issue of policing is likely going to matter at the ballot box this fall, adding that Janey, no matter what she does on the issue is likely to please some voters and alienate others. Some advocates will always want more drastic reforms, while police unions may bristle at substantial department changes. At a time when there is continued erosion between communities and police across the nation, Boston leaders and its police department need to convince members of the public in actions as well as words that they do not tolerate inappropriate behavior from members in that department, said Christine Cole, executive director of the Crime and Justice Institute in Boston, a nonprofit that seeks to improve criminal and juvenile justice systems. Covering up prior bad acts is not consistent with that expectation, she said. Janey has a history of calling for substantial overhaul of the police as a city councilor and recently unveiled a $3.75 billion operating budget that includes cuts to the police department, although the cuts do not go far enough for some critics. She also revealed that she was budgeting $1 million for a new independent city watchdog that will probe officer misconduct. Advertisement The proposed budget also calls for another $1 million for racial equity training for police and $2 million for additional clinicians that will help police respond to calls involving people with mental health problems and other difficult situations. Rosanna Cavallaro, who teaches criminal law and evidence at Suffolk University, said it was Janeys responsibility to figure out whats broken and whats going to fix it regarding Boston police. The mayor has an opportunity to convey that not disclosing or properly addressing information about misconduct will have significant consequences, said Cavallaro. Obviously, the cumulation of these things suggest that the mechanisms that are there in that institution for oversight are deeply flawed and that may be part of a larger conversation about institutional reforms, and the need for greater transparency, she said. One option for Janey, said Deborah Ramirez, a law professor at Northeastern University: The acting mayor could declare the city will no longer pay 100 percent of legal costs, judgments, and settlements associated with civil suits alleging on-the-job police misconduct and require officers to have professional liability insurance. That way, she said, if they engage in misconduct, they will be priced out of policing. Police unions, said Ramirez, held too much power in the city. The provisions in contracts that allow for an arbitration process for misconduct too often hampers the ability of the department to discipline or fire officers, she said. Boston police brass are also handcuffed in terms of whom they hire and promote by the states civil service exam, according to Ramirez. Advertisement Right now, there is no way to get bad cops off the streets, she said. Larry Calderone, who is president of the Boston Police Patrolmens Association, rejected that argument, saying other union contracts with the city include a grievance and arbitration provision and that his unions contract is no different. Arbitration does not protect bad employees, he said, but helps ensure good management. Unions historically have given up their right to strike in exchange for an agreement from management to submit disputes to binding arbitration, he said. Arbitration provides union members with a fair, due process forum which only requires an employer to show that it had cause or a good reason to terminate an employee. Thomas Nolan, a retired Boston police sergeant who now teaches criminology and criminal justice at Emmanuel College, did not think the police unions, or officers themselves, were the potent political force they were in the city in decades past. Many officers live outside Boston, he said. But with White, Janey is in a bit of bind, said Nolan. If she reinstates him, she will likely anger domestic violence prevention advocates in the city, and if she replaces him, she may alienate people within the department. Still, if she wanted to make a bold stroke, allowing White to stay in the department in a position other than commissioner and impaneling a search committee to look for a new commissioner could make political sense, said Nolan. White, he said, is not seen as a change agent for the department. Advertisement Shes definitely got her work cut out for her, said Nolan of Janeys handling of the police department. Some political observers in the city, including Paul Parara, a local radio host known as Notorious VOG, maintain that the commissioner decision is not Janeys call to make. Janey, said Parara, is hamstrung by the city charter, which states that an acting mayor shall possess the powers of mayor only in matters not admitting of delay, but shall have no power to make permanent appointments. Parara argued that Walsh appointed an interim police commissioner, Gregory Long, who can serve in that role until city voters elect a mayor this fall. If Walsh hadnt made that appointment, it would be a different story, he said. Kim Janey doesnt have the authority to even touch it, said Parara. Danny McDonald can be reached at daniel.mcdonald@globe.com. Follow him on Twitter @Danny__McDonald. | Three scandals have engulfed Boston police in recent months. Acting Mayor Kim Janey must navigate the political currents churning the departments future ranks among the most immediate challenges. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/05/02/metro/what-will-acting-mayor-kim-janey-do-about-boston-police/ | 0.103836 |
What will Acting Mayor Kim Janey do about Boston police? | In addition, a recent Globe investigation revealed the department determined in 1995 that Patrick M. Rose Sr., the onetime president of the citys powerful patrolmens union, had more than likely molested a 12-year-old child. The department had repeatedly refused to release the case files or discuss why Rose, who is now charged with sexually abusing five additional children, continued as a patrolman and had access to children. Janey released 13 pages from a 105-page internal affairs file for Rose earlier this month. The remaining 92 pages were withheld by the city to protect the identity of the victims, officials said. The chief controversies swirling around the nations oldest police force are threefold. The citys police commissioner, Dennis White, is on paid administrative leave while an independent investigator probes a 1999 domestic abuse allegation. Scandal has engulfed Boston police, presenting Acting Mayor Kim Janey with one of the first major tests of her crisis management skills as city executive. And in March, federal authorities arrested and charged a retired Boston police captain with pocketing more than $12,395 in fraudulent overtime earnings, escalating a yearslong probe into payroll abuse at the departments evidence warehouse. Advertisement That trio of problems predates Janeys tenure as acting mayor. But navigating the political currents churning the departments future ranks among the most immediate challenges she faces in her new role, and underscores the potential political peril that serving as acting mayor carries, even with all the advantages the post brings to Janey as she simultaneously runs for a full term. In a tight primary, when most candidates are trying to run under the moniker of most progressive, mishandling a police issue could definitely be an issue, said Erin OBrien, a University of Massachusetts political science professor. Thats true for all the candidates. Most candidates, their calculus is being tough on police is good policy and its good politics. Advertisement Janey said in early April she expected the White investigation to conclude before the end of that month. And while the final report from that probe has been submitted to City Hall, as of Sunday Janey had yet to be briefed on the matter. A decision regarding Whites future is likely to come in early May, a Janey spokesman said. Another UMass Boston professor, Kevin Wozniak, said that the issue of policing is likely going to matter at the ballot box this fall, adding that Janey, no matter what she does on the issue is likely to please some voters and alienate others. Some advocates will always want more drastic reforms, while police unions may bristle at substantial department changes. At a time when there is continued erosion between communities and police across the nation, Boston leaders and its police department need to convince members of the public in actions as well as words that they do not tolerate inappropriate behavior from members in that department, said Christine Cole, executive director of the Crime and Justice Institute in Boston, a nonprofit that seeks to improve criminal and juvenile justice systems. Covering up prior bad acts is not consistent with that expectation, she said. Janey has a history of calling for substantial overhaul of the police as a city councilor and recently unveiled a $3.75 billion operating budget that includes cuts to the police department, although the cuts do not go far enough for some critics. She also revealed that she was budgeting $1 million for a new independent city watchdog that will probe officer misconduct. Advertisement The proposed budget also calls for another $1 million for racial equity training for police and $2 million for additional clinicians that will help police respond to calls involving people with mental health problems and other difficult situations. Rosanna Cavallaro, who teaches criminal law and evidence at Suffolk University, said it was Janeys responsibility to figure out whats broken and whats going to fix it regarding Boston police. The mayor has an opportunity to convey that not disclosing or properly addressing information about misconduct will have significant consequences, said Cavallaro. Obviously, the cumulation of these things suggest that the mechanisms that are there in that institution for oversight are deeply flawed and that may be part of a larger conversation about institutional reforms, and the need for greater transparency, she said. One option for Janey, said Deborah Ramirez, a law professor at Northeastern University: The acting mayor could declare the city will no longer pay 100 percent of legal costs, judgments, and settlements associated with civil suits alleging on-the-job police misconduct and require officers to have professional liability insurance. That way, she said, if they engage in misconduct, they will be priced out of policing. Police unions, said Ramirez, held too much power in the city. The provisions in contracts that allow for an arbitration process for misconduct too often hampers the ability of the department to discipline or fire officers, she said. Boston police brass are also handcuffed in terms of whom they hire and promote by the states civil service exam, according to Ramirez. Advertisement Right now, there is no way to get bad cops off the streets, she said. Larry Calderone, who is president of the Boston Police Patrolmens Association, rejected that argument, saying other union contracts with the city include a grievance and arbitration provision and that his unions contract is no different. Arbitration does not protect bad employees, he said, but helps ensure good management. Unions historically have given up their right to strike in exchange for an agreement from management to submit disputes to binding arbitration, he said. Arbitration provides union members with a fair, due process forum which only requires an employer to show that it had cause or a good reason to terminate an employee. Thomas Nolan, a retired Boston police sergeant who now teaches criminology and criminal justice at Emmanuel College, did not think the police unions, or officers themselves, were the potent political force they were in the city in decades past. Many officers live outside Boston, he said. But with White, Janey is in a bit of bind, said Nolan. If she reinstates him, she will likely anger domestic violence prevention advocates in the city, and if she replaces him, she may alienate people within the department. Still, if she wanted to make a bold stroke, allowing White to stay in the department in a position other than commissioner and impaneling a search committee to look for a new commissioner could make political sense, said Nolan. White, he said, is not seen as a change agent for the department. Advertisement Shes definitely got her work cut out for her, said Nolan of Janeys handling of the police department. Some political observers in the city, including Paul Parara, a local radio host known as Notorious VOG, maintain that the commissioner decision is not Janeys call to make. Janey, said Parara, is hamstrung by the city charter, which states that an acting mayor shall possess the powers of mayor only in matters not admitting of delay, but shall have no power to make permanent appointments. Parara argued that Walsh appointed an interim police commissioner, Gregory Long, who can serve in that role until city voters elect a mayor this fall. If Walsh hadnt made that appointment, it would be a different story, he said. Kim Janey doesnt have the authority to even touch it, said Parara. Danny McDonald can be reached at daniel.mcdonald@globe.com. Follow him on Twitter @Danny__McDonald. | Three scandals have engulfed Boston police in recent months. Acting Mayor Kim Janey must navigate the political currents churning the departments future ranks among the most immediate challenges. Janey has a history of calling for substantial overhaul of the police as a city councilor. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/05/02/metro/what-will-acting-mayor-kim-janey-do-about-boston-police/ | 0.147047 |
Why are Epic Games and Apple going to court? | EPIC GAMES, the video-game developer behind the runaway success Fortnite, faces Apple in a blockbuster antitrust trial in America this week. The terms to which developers must agree in order to sell their wares in the App Store on Apples iOS devices are a constant source of gripes. On April 30th the European Commission took the preliminary view that Apple was in breach of competition rules, after Spotify, a music-streaming service, complained about the cut that Apple takes from purchases on its devices and its tight control over the App Store. Epic now hopes American judges will loosen Apples iron grip on how apps are distributed on iPhones. In August 2020, Epic enabled Fortnite players on iPhones to make cheaper in-game purchases (such as V-Bucks, the games internal currency) if they paid directly instead of through Apples App Store, which takes a 30% cut. In return, Apple booted Fortnite off the store. But Epic had already made plans for a fight. The company immediately pulled the trigger on an antitrust suit in California and released a cheeky PR campaign calling on the public to #FreeFortnite. The money at stake explains Epics willingness to do battle. Fortnite players have spent more than $1.2bn in the App Store in the two years since it launched. And Apple has loosened its grip for other companies. Amazon does not pay the 30% commission on in-app purchases for its Prime Video streaming app, for example. And last year when events companies, forced by the covid-19 pandemic to go virtual, put on virtual events through Facebooks iPhone app, Apple waived its fee by allowing users to pay via their own payment methodsoutside the App Store. Since Fortnite was kicked off the App Store, Apple has offered what many see as a half-hearted concession. In November, it reduced its commission to 15% for developers who make less than $1m a year. But that does little to help big developers such as Epic, which generate almost all the App Store revenue. Epic hopes judges will agree that Apples rules for developers stifle competition and raise prices. Many developers would appreciate having the option to distribute their apps to iPhone users by means other than Apples App Store. Users of Apples Mac computers, for example, can download apps through Apple or directly from developers. Epic claims that if two new stores came in to rival Apples, commission fees could fall to 15.6% and the average price of an app could dip by 6.5%. It cites its own PC and Mac games store, which charges 12% commission, as an example. After Epic introduced it in 2018, Steam, the dominant store, dropped its cut from 30% to 20% for top-selling games. Apple says its strict rules for developers ensure a good user experience and protect users privacy; those who dislike it can go elsewhere. Fortnite is also available on PCs, games consoles and phones that run on Android, Googles operating system. It also claims 30% commission is a fair price for the billions of dollars Apple has poured into its iOS infrastructure. And Apple hopes to curry some favour by showing that Epic was playing dirty. In Apples eyes, the update that led to Fortnites removal was planned with the intent of starting a war. The case will hinge on how the court defines the relevant market. Apple sees itself as one of many players in the games-distribution market. Epic takes a narrower view, arguing that the App Store has a monopoly on selling iPhone apps. In 2018, in its judgment that Google breached European antitrust rules, the European Commission said that Android and iOS were not part of the same market. Epic, and plenty of other developers who feel they have been short-changed, will hope the judges in California come to a similar conclusion. | Epic Games hopes American judges will loosen Apples iron grip on how apps are distributed on iPhones. Apple has loosened its grip for other companies, such as Amazon. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.economist.com/the-economist-explains/2021/05/02/why-are-epic-games-and-apple-going-to-court | 0.163166 |
Why are Epic Games and Apple going to court? | EPIC GAMES, the video-game developer behind the runaway success Fortnite, faces Apple in a blockbuster antitrust trial in America this week. The terms to which developers must agree in order to sell their wares in the App Store on Apples iOS devices are a constant source of gripes. On April 30th the European Commission took the preliminary view that Apple was in breach of competition rules, after Spotify, a music-streaming service, complained about the cut that Apple takes from purchases on its devices and its tight control over the App Store. Epic now hopes American judges will loosen Apples iron grip on how apps are distributed on iPhones. In August 2020, Epic enabled Fortnite players on iPhones to make cheaper in-game purchases (such as V-Bucks, the games internal currency) if they paid directly instead of through Apples App Store, which takes a 30% cut. In return, Apple booted Fortnite off the store. But Epic had already made plans for a fight. The company immediately pulled the trigger on an antitrust suit in California and released a cheeky PR campaign calling on the public to #FreeFortnite. The money at stake explains Epics willingness to do battle. Fortnite players have spent more than $1.2bn in the App Store in the two years since it launched. And Apple has loosened its grip for other companies. Amazon does not pay the 30% commission on in-app purchases for its Prime Video streaming app, for example. And last year when events companies, forced by the covid-19 pandemic to go virtual, put on virtual events through Facebooks iPhone app, Apple waived its fee by allowing users to pay via their own payment methodsoutside the App Store. Since Fortnite was kicked off the App Store, Apple has offered what many see as a half-hearted concession. In November, it reduced its commission to 15% for developers who make less than $1m a year. But that does little to help big developers such as Epic, which generate almost all the App Store revenue. Epic hopes judges will agree that Apples rules for developers stifle competition and raise prices. Many developers would appreciate having the option to distribute their apps to iPhone users by means other than Apples App Store. Users of Apples Mac computers, for example, can download apps through Apple or directly from developers. Epic claims that if two new stores came in to rival Apples, commission fees could fall to 15.6% and the average price of an app could dip by 6.5%. It cites its own PC and Mac games store, which charges 12% commission, as an example. After Epic introduced it in 2018, Steam, the dominant store, dropped its cut from 30% to 20% for top-selling games. Apple says its strict rules for developers ensure a good user experience and protect users privacy; those who dislike it can go elsewhere. Fortnite is also available on PCs, games consoles and phones that run on Android, Googles operating system. It also claims 30% commission is a fair price for the billions of dollars Apple has poured into its iOS infrastructure. And Apple hopes to curry some favour by showing that Epic was playing dirty. In Apples eyes, the update that led to Fortnites removal was planned with the intent of starting a war. The case will hinge on how the court defines the relevant market. Apple sees itself as one of many players in the games-distribution market. Epic takes a narrower view, arguing that the App Store has a monopoly on selling iPhone apps. In 2018, in its judgment that Google breached European antitrust rules, the European Commission said that Android and iOS were not part of the same market. Epic, and plenty of other developers who feel they have been short-changed, will hope the judges in California come to a similar conclusion. | Epic GAMES faces Apple in antitrust trial in America this week. The terms to which developers must agree in order to sell their wares in the App Store on Apples iOS devices are a constant source of gripes. Epic hopes American judges will loosen Apples iron grip on how apps are distributed on iPhones. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.economist.com/the-economist-explains/2021/05/02/why-are-epic-games-and-apple-going-to-court | 0.189289 |
Can Dallas actually make code enforcement work? | Even in the best of times, code enforcement in Dallas had the impact of pouring water into a bucket with hole in the bottom. Then last year, COVID-19 hit and code compliance officers stopped canvassing neighborhoods for months. Instead, their duties shifted to pandemic-related safety tasks such as discouraging large gatherings. But as the city begins to return to more normal activities, code compliance officials are formulating a new community-focused strategy that we think holds great promise to make neighborhoods more livable and safer. Along with crime, code enforcement ranks high on the list of resident concerns. The most common violations are high weeds and litter, which together made up nearly 40,000 of the 68,603 most common code violations in the 2019-2020 fiscal year. At a recent City Council briefing, Carl Simpson, director of Code Compliance Services, outlined a community-based approach that would add 31 new officers and three supervisors at a cost of roughly $3 million a year and assign a code officer to each of the 27 problematic census tracts in mostly southern, northeast and northwest Dallas. Right now, a code officer could have responsibility for up to six census tracts a great mismatch of responsibility, resources and vast geography that makes it less likely that the officer will do the job well. So part of the answer, said Simpson, is to shrink the area of responsibility and require code compliance officers to know the people on their beat the shop owners, apartment managers and homeowners who have a stake in a safe and clean community. In other words, change the culture of the department from routinely writing citations and toward solving problems for residents. Said Simpson, the goal is to put into place the right people with the right frame of mind and provide customer service on steroids. Simpson successfully pioneered a similar approach when he worked in California. Shortly after a sheriffs deputy was gunned down in 2007, in the high-crime area of Sacramento County known as The Avenues, a team of deputies, probation officers and code enforcement officers focused on gang-infested, substandard properties. Crime dropped as gang members fled the area to avoid the heat, calls for code enforcement increased and illegal dumping, graffiti and other symptoms of a neighborhood in decline decreased. Residents began to trust the code compliance officers, reached out for assistance and told them about issues to look into. People became inspired again, Simpson said. Obviously, the proof is in the implementation, including dealing with dumping in vacant lots and working with other departments on bulk trash issues. However, we hope this proposal, which still requires City Council approval, signals an emphasis on common-sense engagement over the robotic check-marking of boxes with scant attention to whether the outcome actually improves neighborhoods. We like the idea of code compliance supplementing the work of Dallas police, who Chief Eddie Garcia has said will be more involved in developing positive relationships with residents. Reducing crime and blight requires the high level of cooperation and trust with residents that comes from a track record of responding to neighborhood concerns. The City Council needs to get behind this approach. Send a letter to the editor, and you just might get published. | Writers: Code enforcement in Dallas had impact of pouring water into a bucket with hole in the bottom. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/editorials/2021/05/03/can-dallas-actually-make-code-enforcement-work/ | 0.231978 |
Can Dallas actually make code enforcement work? | Even in the best of times, code enforcement in Dallas had the impact of pouring water into a bucket with hole in the bottom. Then last year, COVID-19 hit and code compliance officers stopped canvassing neighborhoods for months. Instead, their duties shifted to pandemic-related safety tasks such as discouraging large gatherings. But as the city begins to return to more normal activities, code compliance officials are formulating a new community-focused strategy that we think holds great promise to make neighborhoods more livable and safer. Along with crime, code enforcement ranks high on the list of resident concerns. The most common violations are high weeds and litter, which together made up nearly 40,000 of the 68,603 most common code violations in the 2019-2020 fiscal year. At a recent City Council briefing, Carl Simpson, director of Code Compliance Services, outlined a community-based approach that would add 31 new officers and three supervisors at a cost of roughly $3 million a year and assign a code officer to each of the 27 problematic census tracts in mostly southern, northeast and northwest Dallas. Right now, a code officer could have responsibility for up to six census tracts a great mismatch of responsibility, resources and vast geography that makes it less likely that the officer will do the job well. So part of the answer, said Simpson, is to shrink the area of responsibility and require code compliance officers to know the people on their beat the shop owners, apartment managers and homeowners who have a stake in a safe and clean community. In other words, change the culture of the department from routinely writing citations and toward solving problems for residents. Said Simpson, the goal is to put into place the right people with the right frame of mind and provide customer service on steroids. Simpson successfully pioneered a similar approach when he worked in California. Shortly after a sheriffs deputy was gunned down in 2007, in the high-crime area of Sacramento County known as The Avenues, a team of deputies, probation officers and code enforcement officers focused on gang-infested, substandard properties. Crime dropped as gang members fled the area to avoid the heat, calls for code enforcement increased and illegal dumping, graffiti and other symptoms of a neighborhood in decline decreased. Residents began to trust the code compliance officers, reached out for assistance and told them about issues to look into. People became inspired again, Simpson said. Obviously, the proof is in the implementation, including dealing with dumping in vacant lots and working with other departments on bulk trash issues. However, we hope this proposal, which still requires City Council approval, signals an emphasis on common-sense engagement over the robotic check-marking of boxes with scant attention to whether the outcome actually improves neighborhoods. We like the idea of code compliance supplementing the work of Dallas police, who Chief Eddie Garcia has said will be more involved in developing positive relationships with residents. Reducing crime and blight requires the high level of cooperation and trust with residents that comes from a track record of responding to neighborhood concerns. The City Council needs to get behind this approach. Send a letter to the editor, and you just might get published. | Writers: Code enforcement in Dallas had impact of pouring water into a bucket with hole in the bottom. They say a new community-focused strategy holds great promise to make neighborhoods more livable. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/editorials/2021/05/03/can-dallas-actually-make-code-enforcement-work/ | 0.328451 |
Can Dallas actually make code enforcement work? | Even in the best of times, code enforcement in Dallas had the impact of pouring water into a bucket with hole in the bottom. Then last year, COVID-19 hit and code compliance officers stopped canvassing neighborhoods for months. Instead, their duties shifted to pandemic-related safety tasks such as discouraging large gatherings. But as the city begins to return to more normal activities, code compliance officials are formulating a new community-focused strategy that we think holds great promise to make neighborhoods more livable and safer. Along with crime, code enforcement ranks high on the list of resident concerns. The most common violations are high weeds and litter, which together made up nearly 40,000 of the 68,603 most common code violations in the 2019-2020 fiscal year. At a recent City Council briefing, Carl Simpson, director of Code Compliance Services, outlined a community-based approach that would add 31 new officers and three supervisors at a cost of roughly $3 million a year and assign a code officer to each of the 27 problematic census tracts in mostly southern, northeast and northwest Dallas. Right now, a code officer could have responsibility for up to six census tracts a great mismatch of responsibility, resources and vast geography that makes it less likely that the officer will do the job well. So part of the answer, said Simpson, is to shrink the area of responsibility and require code compliance officers to know the people on their beat the shop owners, apartment managers and homeowners who have a stake in a safe and clean community. In other words, change the culture of the department from routinely writing citations and toward solving problems for residents. Said Simpson, the goal is to put into place the right people with the right frame of mind and provide customer service on steroids. Simpson successfully pioneered a similar approach when he worked in California. Shortly after a sheriffs deputy was gunned down in 2007, in the high-crime area of Sacramento County known as The Avenues, a team of deputies, probation officers and code enforcement officers focused on gang-infested, substandard properties. Crime dropped as gang members fled the area to avoid the heat, calls for code enforcement increased and illegal dumping, graffiti and other symptoms of a neighborhood in decline decreased. Residents began to trust the code compliance officers, reached out for assistance and told them about issues to look into. People became inspired again, Simpson said. Obviously, the proof is in the implementation, including dealing with dumping in vacant lots and working with other departments on bulk trash issues. However, we hope this proposal, which still requires City Council approval, signals an emphasis on common-sense engagement over the robotic check-marking of boxes with scant attention to whether the outcome actually improves neighborhoods. We like the idea of code compliance supplementing the work of Dallas police, who Chief Eddie Garcia has said will be more involved in developing positive relationships with residents. Reducing crime and blight requires the high level of cooperation and trust with residents that comes from a track record of responding to neighborhood concerns. The City Council needs to get behind this approach. Send a letter to the editor, and you just might get published. | Writers: Code enforcement in Dallas had impact of pouring water into a bucket with hole in the bottom. They say a new community-focused strategy holds great promise to make neighborhoods more livable and safer. We like the idea of code compliance supplementing the work of Dallas police. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/editorials/2021/05/03/can-dallas-actually-make-code-enforcement-work/ | 0.417312 |
How many players with Ohio roots were picked in the 2021 NFL Draft? | CLEVELAND, Ohio While Cleveland served as host of the draft, nine players from Ohio took the next steps in their football careers during the 2021 NFL Draft. The first four who played high school football in Ohio are offensive linemen, and two of the first five are from Northeast Ohio. Tackle Liam Eichenberg went to school down the street from FirstEnergy Stadium at St. Ignatius, while tight end Luke Farrell played up the shoreline at Perry. Seven of the nine players from Ohio are on the offensive or defensive line. Here is a summary of the states home-grown football talents taken in this years draft: Liam Eichenberg, Notre Dame offensive tackle Picked: No. 42 overall in the second round by Miami About Eichenberg: Five tackles came off the board before Eichenberg on Friday, as the Dolphins will likely place him in a preseason competition with Robert Hunt for their starting right tackle job. Eichenberg is St. Ignatius third active NFL player, joining free-agent quarterback Brian Hoyer and Denver Broncos defensive lineman DreMont Jones. Clemson offensive tackle Jackson Carman looks to block Ohio State's Chase Young during the Fiesta Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz.(Rick Scuteri, Associated Press) Jackson Carman, Clemson offensive tackle Picked: No. 46 in the second round by Cincinnati About Carman: He gets to go home. Carman left Ohio for Clemson, spurning the Buckeyes as one of the top recruits in the country out of Fairfield. He will likely begin at guard for the Bengals, where they have a need. Cincinnati invested a first-round pick two years ago in Jonah Williams from Alabama and signed Riley Reiff as a short-term solution at right tackle. Ohio State Buckeyes center Josh Myers dons the number 50 in honor of his grandfather before the start of their game against Indiana University, November 21, 2020, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.John Kuntz, cleveland.com Josh Myers, Ohio State center Picked: No. 62 in the second round by Green Bay About Myers: Corey Linsley spent seven years in Green Bay as Aaron Rodgers center. He left this offseason for the Los Angeles Chargers. Now, Green Bay replaces one Ohio State center with another. Myers, who played high school ball at Miamisburg, said replacing Linsley would mean everything. Myers should compete with Elgton Jenkins for that job. 6 James Hudson drafted by Cleveland Browns James Hudson III, Cincinnati offensive tackle Picked: No. 110 in the fourth round by Cleveland About Hudson: Two big years at Toledo Central Catholic led Hudson to Michigan before he transferred to Cincinnati in 2019. Hudson served Central Catholic as a massive lineman on both sides of the ball, but settled in on the offensive side in college. He will be a backup in Cleveland, but could be a long-term solution for swing tackle Chris Hubbard, who is in the last year of his deal. Ohio State tight end Luke Farrell makes a catch during an NFL Pro Day at Ohio State University on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon)AP Luke Farrell, Ohio State tight end Picked: No. 145 in the fifth round by Jacksonville About Farrell: Urban Meyer recruited Farrell to Ohio State and now hes drafted him to the NFL. Farrell came out of Perry as a four-star tight end and caught a touchdown pass last season in the Buckeyes College Football Playoff semifinal win vs. Clemson. He could find himself competing against Tim Tebow, who reportedly worked out with the Jaguars as a tight end and could be making a comeback. OSU DE Jonathon Cooper (0) during first half action Saturday, October 24, 2020, in Columbus during the Nebraska at Ohio State University game.David Petkiewicz, cleveland.com Jonathon Cooper, Ohio State defensive end Picked: No. 239 in the seventh round by Denver About Cooper: He will join St. Ignatius DreMont Jones on the defensive line in Denver, where Jones and Shelby Harris are the starters on a three-man front. Cooper stayed in Columbus with the Buckeyes as a five-star recruit from Gahanna Lincoln. Darrick Forest, Cincinnati safety Picked: No. 163 in the fifth round by Washington About Forrest: The former Walnut Ridge star from Columbus is headed to the nations capital after three years as a starter in Cincinnati. He will begin as a backup in Washington, where Landon Collins is set as one starter at safety. Camaron Cheesman, Michigan long snapper Picked: No. 225 in the sixth round by Washington About Cheesman: He last played in 2019 for the Wolverines as a senior and long snapped all 13 games that year. From Gahanna Lincoln, Cheesman told ESPN he opted out last year because coach Jim Harbaugh told him no scholarship was available. Phil Hoskins, Kentucky defensive tackle Picked: No. 232 in the seventh round by Carolina About Hoskins: From Toledo Whitmer, Hoskins is a 6-5, 315-pound defensive tackle with 11 starts in his career at Kentucky. He isnt the only Wildcat from Ohio to end up with an NFL team during the weekend. Garfield Heights A.J. Rose signed with Minnesota as an undrafted free agent at running back. Rose is among three Northeast Ohio natives to sign with teams after the draft. St. Edwards Shaun Crawford (Notre Dame safety) signed with the Las Vegas Raiders. Coventrys Bryce Hargrove (Pittsburgh guard) found a home with Atlanta. Browns playoffs shirts, hats for sale: Heres where Cleveland Browns fans can order shirts and hats celebrating the team qualifying for the 2020 NFL playoffs. Pluto Fields II: Grade the Browns fifth-round pick Georgia safety Richard LeCounte selected at No. 169 LeCounte: Grade the Browns fifth-round pick Cincinnati OT James Hudson, a fan of Joe Thomas, taken in fourth round Browns trade pick No. Grade the acquisition of OSUs Tommy Togiai Hudson III: 3 things to know about the new offensive tackle Anthony Schwartz brings speed and gadget ability -- Film review Fifth-round pick LB Tony Fields compares to Owusu-Koramoah Browns defense needed lateral quickness found in Owusu-Koramoah: Film review With draft, free agency and returns, Browns add an entire 11-man defense: Lesmerises | Nine players with Ohio roots were picked in the 2021 NFL Draft. Seven of the nine players from Ohio are on the offensive or defensive line. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://www.cleveland.com/browns/2021/05/how-many-players-with-ohio-roots-were-picked-in-the-2021-nfl-draft.html | 0.83206 |
How many players with Ohio roots were picked in the 2021 NFL Draft? | CLEVELAND, Ohio While Cleveland served as host of the draft, nine players from Ohio took the next steps in their football careers during the 2021 NFL Draft. The first four who played high school football in Ohio are offensive linemen, and two of the first five are from Northeast Ohio. Tackle Liam Eichenberg went to school down the street from FirstEnergy Stadium at St. Ignatius, while tight end Luke Farrell played up the shoreline at Perry. Seven of the nine players from Ohio are on the offensive or defensive line. Here is a summary of the states home-grown football talents taken in this years draft: Liam Eichenberg, Notre Dame offensive tackle Picked: No. 42 overall in the second round by Miami About Eichenberg: Five tackles came off the board before Eichenberg on Friday, as the Dolphins will likely place him in a preseason competition with Robert Hunt for their starting right tackle job. Eichenberg is St. Ignatius third active NFL player, joining free-agent quarterback Brian Hoyer and Denver Broncos defensive lineman DreMont Jones. Clemson offensive tackle Jackson Carman looks to block Ohio State's Chase Young during the Fiesta Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz.(Rick Scuteri, Associated Press) Jackson Carman, Clemson offensive tackle Picked: No. 46 in the second round by Cincinnati About Carman: He gets to go home. Carman left Ohio for Clemson, spurning the Buckeyes as one of the top recruits in the country out of Fairfield. He will likely begin at guard for the Bengals, where they have a need. Cincinnati invested a first-round pick two years ago in Jonah Williams from Alabama and signed Riley Reiff as a short-term solution at right tackle. Ohio State Buckeyes center Josh Myers dons the number 50 in honor of his grandfather before the start of their game against Indiana University, November 21, 2020, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.John Kuntz, cleveland.com Josh Myers, Ohio State center Picked: No. 62 in the second round by Green Bay About Myers: Corey Linsley spent seven years in Green Bay as Aaron Rodgers center. He left this offseason for the Los Angeles Chargers. Now, Green Bay replaces one Ohio State center with another. Myers, who played high school ball at Miamisburg, said replacing Linsley would mean everything. Myers should compete with Elgton Jenkins for that job. 6 James Hudson drafted by Cleveland Browns James Hudson III, Cincinnati offensive tackle Picked: No. 110 in the fourth round by Cleveland About Hudson: Two big years at Toledo Central Catholic led Hudson to Michigan before he transferred to Cincinnati in 2019. Hudson served Central Catholic as a massive lineman on both sides of the ball, but settled in on the offensive side in college. He will be a backup in Cleveland, but could be a long-term solution for swing tackle Chris Hubbard, who is in the last year of his deal. Ohio State tight end Luke Farrell makes a catch during an NFL Pro Day at Ohio State University on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon)AP Luke Farrell, Ohio State tight end Picked: No. 145 in the fifth round by Jacksonville About Farrell: Urban Meyer recruited Farrell to Ohio State and now hes drafted him to the NFL. Farrell came out of Perry as a four-star tight end and caught a touchdown pass last season in the Buckeyes College Football Playoff semifinal win vs. Clemson. He could find himself competing against Tim Tebow, who reportedly worked out with the Jaguars as a tight end and could be making a comeback. OSU DE Jonathon Cooper (0) during first half action Saturday, October 24, 2020, in Columbus during the Nebraska at Ohio State University game.David Petkiewicz, cleveland.com Jonathon Cooper, Ohio State defensive end Picked: No. 239 in the seventh round by Denver About Cooper: He will join St. Ignatius DreMont Jones on the defensive line in Denver, where Jones and Shelby Harris are the starters on a three-man front. Cooper stayed in Columbus with the Buckeyes as a five-star recruit from Gahanna Lincoln. Darrick Forest, Cincinnati safety Picked: No. 163 in the fifth round by Washington About Forrest: The former Walnut Ridge star from Columbus is headed to the nations capital after three years as a starter in Cincinnati. He will begin as a backup in Washington, where Landon Collins is set as one starter at safety. Camaron Cheesman, Michigan long snapper Picked: No. 225 in the sixth round by Washington About Cheesman: He last played in 2019 for the Wolverines as a senior and long snapped all 13 games that year. From Gahanna Lincoln, Cheesman told ESPN he opted out last year because coach Jim Harbaugh told him no scholarship was available. Phil Hoskins, Kentucky defensive tackle Picked: No. 232 in the seventh round by Carolina About Hoskins: From Toledo Whitmer, Hoskins is a 6-5, 315-pound defensive tackle with 11 starts in his career at Kentucky. He isnt the only Wildcat from Ohio to end up with an NFL team during the weekend. Garfield Heights A.J. Rose signed with Minnesota as an undrafted free agent at running back. Rose is among three Northeast Ohio natives to sign with teams after the draft. St. Edwards Shaun Crawford (Notre Dame safety) signed with the Las Vegas Raiders. Coventrys Bryce Hargrove (Pittsburgh guard) found a home with Atlanta. Browns playoffs shirts, hats for sale: Heres where Cleveland Browns fans can order shirts and hats celebrating the team qualifying for the 2020 NFL playoffs. Pluto Fields II: Grade the Browns fifth-round pick Georgia safety Richard LeCounte selected at No. 169 LeCounte: Grade the Browns fifth-round pick Cincinnati OT James Hudson, a fan of Joe Thomas, taken in fourth round Browns trade pick No. Grade the acquisition of OSUs Tommy Togiai Hudson III: 3 things to know about the new offensive tackle Anthony Schwartz brings speed and gadget ability -- Film review Fifth-round pick LB Tony Fields compares to Owusu-Koramoah Browns defense needed lateral quickness found in Owusu-Koramoah: Film review With draft, free agency and returns, Browns add an entire 11-man defense: Lesmerises | Nine players with Ohio roots were picked in the 2021 NFL Draft. Seven of the nine players from Ohio are on the offensive or defensive line. Two of the first five drafted are from Northeast Ohio. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.cleveland.com/browns/2021/05/how-many-players-with-ohio-roots-were-picked-in-the-2021-nfl-draft.html | 0.826503 |
How many players with Ohio roots were picked in the 2021 NFL Draft? | CLEVELAND, Ohio While Cleveland served as host of the draft, nine players from Ohio took the next steps in their football careers during the 2021 NFL Draft. The first four who played high school football in Ohio are offensive linemen, and two of the first five are from Northeast Ohio. Tackle Liam Eichenberg went to school down the street from FirstEnergy Stadium at St. Ignatius, while tight end Luke Farrell played up the shoreline at Perry. Seven of the nine players from Ohio are on the offensive or defensive line. Here is a summary of the states home-grown football talents taken in this years draft: Liam Eichenberg, Notre Dame offensive tackle Picked: No. 42 overall in the second round by Miami About Eichenberg: Five tackles came off the board before Eichenberg on Friday, as the Dolphins will likely place him in a preseason competition with Robert Hunt for their starting right tackle job. Eichenberg is St. Ignatius third active NFL player, joining free-agent quarterback Brian Hoyer and Denver Broncos defensive lineman DreMont Jones. Clemson offensive tackle Jackson Carman looks to block Ohio State's Chase Young during the Fiesta Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz.(Rick Scuteri, Associated Press) Jackson Carman, Clemson offensive tackle Picked: No. 46 in the second round by Cincinnati About Carman: He gets to go home. Carman left Ohio for Clemson, spurning the Buckeyes as one of the top recruits in the country out of Fairfield. He will likely begin at guard for the Bengals, where they have a need. Cincinnati invested a first-round pick two years ago in Jonah Williams from Alabama and signed Riley Reiff as a short-term solution at right tackle. Ohio State Buckeyes center Josh Myers dons the number 50 in honor of his grandfather before the start of their game against Indiana University, November 21, 2020, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.John Kuntz, cleveland.com Josh Myers, Ohio State center Picked: No. 62 in the second round by Green Bay About Myers: Corey Linsley spent seven years in Green Bay as Aaron Rodgers center. He left this offseason for the Los Angeles Chargers. Now, Green Bay replaces one Ohio State center with another. Myers, who played high school ball at Miamisburg, said replacing Linsley would mean everything. Myers should compete with Elgton Jenkins for that job. 6 James Hudson drafted by Cleveland Browns James Hudson III, Cincinnati offensive tackle Picked: No. 110 in the fourth round by Cleveland About Hudson: Two big years at Toledo Central Catholic led Hudson to Michigan before he transferred to Cincinnati in 2019. Hudson served Central Catholic as a massive lineman on both sides of the ball, but settled in on the offensive side in college. He will be a backup in Cleveland, but could be a long-term solution for swing tackle Chris Hubbard, who is in the last year of his deal. Ohio State tight end Luke Farrell makes a catch during an NFL Pro Day at Ohio State University on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon)AP Luke Farrell, Ohio State tight end Picked: No. 145 in the fifth round by Jacksonville About Farrell: Urban Meyer recruited Farrell to Ohio State and now hes drafted him to the NFL. Farrell came out of Perry as a four-star tight end and caught a touchdown pass last season in the Buckeyes College Football Playoff semifinal win vs. Clemson. He could find himself competing against Tim Tebow, who reportedly worked out with the Jaguars as a tight end and could be making a comeback. OSU DE Jonathon Cooper (0) during first half action Saturday, October 24, 2020, in Columbus during the Nebraska at Ohio State University game.David Petkiewicz, cleveland.com Jonathon Cooper, Ohio State defensive end Picked: No. 239 in the seventh round by Denver About Cooper: He will join St. Ignatius DreMont Jones on the defensive line in Denver, where Jones and Shelby Harris are the starters on a three-man front. Cooper stayed in Columbus with the Buckeyes as a five-star recruit from Gahanna Lincoln. Darrick Forest, Cincinnati safety Picked: No. 163 in the fifth round by Washington About Forrest: The former Walnut Ridge star from Columbus is headed to the nations capital after three years as a starter in Cincinnati. He will begin as a backup in Washington, where Landon Collins is set as one starter at safety. Camaron Cheesman, Michigan long snapper Picked: No. 225 in the sixth round by Washington About Cheesman: He last played in 2019 for the Wolverines as a senior and long snapped all 13 games that year. From Gahanna Lincoln, Cheesman told ESPN he opted out last year because coach Jim Harbaugh told him no scholarship was available. Phil Hoskins, Kentucky defensive tackle Picked: No. 232 in the seventh round by Carolina About Hoskins: From Toledo Whitmer, Hoskins is a 6-5, 315-pound defensive tackle with 11 starts in his career at Kentucky. He isnt the only Wildcat from Ohio to end up with an NFL team during the weekend. Garfield Heights A.J. Rose signed with Minnesota as an undrafted free agent at running back. Rose is among three Northeast Ohio natives to sign with teams after the draft. St. Edwards Shaun Crawford (Notre Dame safety) signed with the Las Vegas Raiders. Coventrys Bryce Hargrove (Pittsburgh guard) found a home with Atlanta. Browns playoffs shirts, hats for sale: Heres where Cleveland Browns fans can order shirts and hats celebrating the team qualifying for the 2020 NFL playoffs. Pluto Fields II: Grade the Browns fifth-round pick Georgia safety Richard LeCounte selected at No. 169 LeCounte: Grade the Browns fifth-round pick Cincinnati OT James Hudson, a fan of Joe Thomas, taken in fourth round Browns trade pick No. Grade the acquisition of OSUs Tommy Togiai Hudson III: 3 things to know about the new offensive tackle Anthony Schwartz brings speed and gadget ability -- Film review Fifth-round pick LB Tony Fields compares to Owusu-Koramoah Browns defense needed lateral quickness found in Owusu-Koramoah: Film review With draft, free agency and returns, Browns add an entire 11-man defense: Lesmerises | Nine players with Ohio roots were picked in the 2021 NFL Draft. Seven of the nine players from Ohio are on the offensive or defensive line. Two of the first five picks are from Northeast Ohio, including Liam Eichenberg, who went to St. Ignatius. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.cleveland.com/browns/2021/05/how-many-players-with-ohio-roots-were-picked-in-the-2021-nfl-draft.html | 0.845229 |
How have the Dolphins addressed their primary defensive needs? | Back at the beginning of the 2021 offseason, we profiled what we felt were the Miami Dolphins three biggest needs on each side of the football were. Defensively, the punch list for the Dolphins wasnt necessarily large but it did spur some needed action out of the team to try their best to fine-tune a winning formula to compete with the high-powered offense of the Buffalo Bills in the AFC East. With the majority of free agency and the 2021 NFL Draft behind us, Miamis biggest chance to address such needs have come and one. And one thing that has to make Miami fans feel good is just how much the team did to take care of these defensive soft spots. The inside linebacker role not only saw the Dolphins bring back Elandon Roberts, but the team also traded for ILB Benardrick McKinney to man the middle. His presence as a big body in the middle capable of filling gaps with authority will go a long way to ensure that Miami has the interior group on defense to be stout up the middle. The pass rusher role was filled most effectively through the draft with the addition of this years best pass rusher, Jaelan Phillips. Phillips doesnt have the cleanest resume as it pertains to healthy and durability, but he was fully healthy in 2020 and the end result was a masterful season as a disruptive presence for the Hurricanes. The challenge Miami faces is hoping that Phillips can be an impact player right away for them. But if he is, the defense will reap the benefits. And at nickel cornerback, Miami went all-in to find a new presence. The team did bring back RFA Nik Needham but also signed free agent Justin Coleman and drafted Oregon safety Jevon Holland to play a role all over the secondary as well. You guessed it. In the slot. It seems as though Miami felt similarly with their roster assessment at the end of the season. And, thankfully, the team acted confidently to move and fill those needs ahead of the 2021 season. | The Miami Dolphins have addressed their defensive needs ahead of the 2021 season. Benardrick McKinney, Jaelan Phillips and Jevon Holland were all drafted. The Dolphins also brought back RFA Nik Needham and signed free agent Justin Coleman. | bart | 1 | https://sports.yahoo.com/dolphins-addressed-primary-defensive-needs-115556832.html?src=rss | 0.545687 |
How have the Dolphins addressed their primary defensive needs? | Back at the beginning of the 2021 offseason, we profiled what we felt were the Miami Dolphins three biggest needs on each side of the football were. Defensively, the punch list for the Dolphins wasnt necessarily large but it did spur some needed action out of the team to try their best to fine-tune a winning formula to compete with the high-powered offense of the Buffalo Bills in the AFC East. With the majority of free agency and the 2021 NFL Draft behind us, Miamis biggest chance to address such needs have come and one. And one thing that has to make Miami fans feel good is just how much the team did to take care of these defensive soft spots. The inside linebacker role not only saw the Dolphins bring back Elandon Roberts, but the team also traded for ILB Benardrick McKinney to man the middle. His presence as a big body in the middle capable of filling gaps with authority will go a long way to ensure that Miami has the interior group on defense to be stout up the middle. The pass rusher role was filled most effectively through the draft with the addition of this years best pass rusher, Jaelan Phillips. Phillips doesnt have the cleanest resume as it pertains to healthy and durability, but he was fully healthy in 2020 and the end result was a masterful season as a disruptive presence for the Hurricanes. The challenge Miami faces is hoping that Phillips can be an impact player right away for them. But if he is, the defense will reap the benefits. And at nickel cornerback, Miami went all-in to find a new presence. The team did bring back RFA Nik Needham but also signed free agent Justin Coleman and drafted Oregon safety Jevon Holland to play a role all over the secondary as well. You guessed it. In the slot. It seems as though Miami felt similarly with their roster assessment at the end of the season. And, thankfully, the team acted confidently to move and fill those needs ahead of the 2021 season. | The Miami Dolphins addressed their defensive needs ahead of the 2021 season. The team brought back Elandon Roberts, Benardrick McKinney and drafted Jaelan Phillips. The Dolphins also signed free agent Justin Coleman and drafted Oregon safety Jevon Holland to play a role all over the secondary. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://sports.yahoo.com/dolphins-addressed-primary-defensive-needs-115556832.html?src=rss | 0.660274 |
Where Is The Value In Financial Planning? | Founder & CEO of Artisan Financial Strategies LLC. She is fascinated by the interplay between gender, money and power. getty People often ask me whether financial planning services actually provide any value. Oh, not directly, of course. Theyre far too polite to spell it out that way, but thats definitely the meaning behind their diplomatically worded queries. Financial planning is not just managing investments. Financial planning is not just referring you to an attorney and maybe placing some insurance. Planning is engaging in a clear process moderated by a professional. Planning encompasses the process of building your plan as well as the ongoing support involved in consistently updating this plan every year. I know the part about the ongoing support starts to sound a bit hokey and intangible, but it is so critical to your success. Over 22 years as a financial advisor, Ive watched and helped cheer on many clients as they built a comfortable nest egg, secured future income streams and established a legacy beyond their wildest dreams. Since you dont have the opportunity to observe the impacts of financial planning the way I can, lets look at its value in terms of professional stewardship. This is the true value proposition inherent to financial advisory services. It starts with helping you make informed decisions figuring out how to employ your money most effectively to achieve your personal objectives and mitigate financial risk. Professional stewardship includes things like saving strategies and optimal investment vehicles for different types of savings, cash flow management, analysis to help you determine which kinds of insurance coverage make sense for you and in what amounts, thinking through estate plans, and how to balance your legacy goals with current and future lifestyle preferences. Market-based investment advice and evaluating financial moves in terms of tax efficiency are other basic services a competent financial advisor provides. Besides helping you understand what you should be doing with money, your advisor is alert to potential risks and lets you know what not to do. Financial planners help you avoid a host of financial mistakes: things like taking distributions from the wrong accounts or at the wrong time, retiring before youre financially prepared, or committing to a large purchase or financial obligation (college education, anyone?) without understanding the impact of the decision on your financial reality. But youre intelligent. You could, if you really put the time and effort into it, learn the same techniques and strategies that your financial advisor is sharing with you. You would, and thats because professional stewardship doesnt end with the technical advice you receive. Behavioral finance guidance and support are key things clients get from their advisors, and this holds considerable value measured in dollars, not touchy-feely metrics. As humans, we have a natural impulse to avoid risky situations, including market volatility. But that inclination to run away (by selling during a market downturn or periods of exceptional volatility) invariably comes at a financial cost. Research shows that investors who work with professional advisors maintain a more passive investment strategy during market downturns, selling less and buying more than other investors. By communicating positive news on the financial front during market volatility and in other ways encouraging clients to maintain the status quo, investment advisors help their clients resist the urge to overreact and engage in panic selling. Net result: better portfolio outcomes. Its not just about money, though. Professional financial planning services can give you a psychological boost that could make you measurably happier by reducing stress and freeing up your time to focus on the things that matter to you. Professional advice helps you turn off the worry cycle. The time you dont spend worrying about financial questions, sifting through often-conflicting information as you try to figure out what you should do, can be devoted to activities that bring you joy rather than frustration and anxiety. Choosing how you spend your time can have a huge impact on your happiness and well-being, regardless of financial stressors. So in a nutshell, professional financial planning can potentially lead to better decisions, more money, less financial risk, less stress, more leisure time at your disposal and a happier life. However, its a valuable service but not a free one, so professional assistance may not be appropriate for some earners. If cost is a drawback, its best to focus on the basics to get your financial house in order while you boost your earning power. Once youre ready to start working with an advisor, heres how to get the most value out of the engagement: Thoroughly vet potential advisors to choose someone who is well qualified and works frequently with clients similar to you in terms of income level and lifestyle. Check the fit before you commit. Look for someone you enjoy on a personal level so youll feel comfortable sharing intimate details of your family and financial life. Once youve found the right one, be sure to share information honestly and completely so your advisor can truly understand your situation, establish realistic goals and help you formulate the most effective strategies for achieving them. The information provided here is not investment, tax or financial advice. You should consult with a licensed professional for advice concerning your specific situation. Forbes Finance Council is an invitation-only organization for executives in successful accounting, financial planning and wealth management firms. | Financial planning is not just referring you to an attorney and maybe placing some insurance. Planning is engaging in a clear process moderated by a professional. Financial planners help you avoid a host of financial mistakes. Research shows that investors who work with professional advisors maintain a more passive investment strategy during market downturns. | bart | 2 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesfinancecouncil/2021/05/03/where-is-the-value-in-financial-planning/ | 0.113755 |
What happened to Confederate money after the Civil War? | (The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Robert Gudmestad, Colorado State University (THE CONVERSATION) Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question youd like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Ray G., 12, Arlington, Virginia At the time the Civil War began in 1861, the United States government did not print paper money; it only minted coins. As a historian of the American Civil War, I study how the Confederate government used a radical idea: printing paper money. In 1861, 11 states tried to leave the United States and form a new country, causing a four-year war. Wars cost a lot of money so the new country, called the Confederate States of America, printed money as a way to pay its bills. But this money was more like a promise in technical terms, a promissory note because its certificates were really pledges to give the currencys holder a specific amount of gold or silver, but only if the Confederacy won the war. Bills issued earlier in the war said right on them, Six months after the ratification of a treaty of peace between the Confederate States and the United States, the Confederate States of America will pay the bills amount to the person holding it. Later currency delayed the promised payout until two years after a peace treaty. The notes were commonly called graybacks, after Confederate soldiers, who wore gray uniforms. They bills were decorated with a variety of images, including depictions of mythological gods or goddesses, like the goddess of liberty. Other graybacks bore images of important people in Southern history like George Washington, Andrew Jackson and Jefferson Davis. Some of the bills depicted enslaved Americans working in the fields, or featured pictures of cotton or trains. But these images often werent very good quality, because the Confederacy didnt have many engravers who could make the detailed plates to print the money. When the South started losing the war, the value of Confederate money dropped. In addition, prices for food, clothing and other necessities rose because many items were scarce during the war. Graybacks became almost worthless. In late 1864, a few months before the wars end, one Confederate dollar was worth just three cents in U.S. currency. When the Confederate army surrendered in April 1865, graybacks lost any remaining value they might have had. The Confederacy no longer existed, so there was nobody who would exchange its paper money for gold or silver. Today, though, Confederate dollars have value as a collectible item. Just like people will pay money to own a Civil War hat or musket, they will pay money to own Confederate money. Some rare Confederate bills are now worth 10 times more than they were in 1861. Hello, curious kids! Ask an adult to send your question to CuriousKidsUS@theconversation.com. Please tell us your name, age and the city where you live. And since curiosity has no age limit adults, let us know what youre wondering, too. We wont be able to answer every question, but we will do our best. This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here: https://theconversation.com/what-happened-to-confederate-money-after-the-civil-war-159117. | Robert Gudmestad: What happened to Confederate money after the Civil War? He says it became almost worthless when the Confederacy lost the war. Today, Confederate dollars have value as a collectible item, he says. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/article/What-happened-to-Confederate-money-after-the-16146940.php | 0.689367 |
What happened to Confederate money after the Civil War? | (The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Robert Gudmestad, Colorado State University (THE CONVERSATION) Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question youd like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Ray G., 12, Arlington, Virginia At the time the Civil War began in 1861, the United States government did not print paper money; it only minted coins. As a historian of the American Civil War, I study how the Confederate government used a radical idea: printing paper money. In 1861, 11 states tried to leave the United States and form a new country, causing a four-year war. Wars cost a lot of money so the new country, called the Confederate States of America, printed money as a way to pay its bills. But this money was more like a promise in technical terms, a promissory note because its certificates were really pledges to give the currencys holder a specific amount of gold or silver, but only if the Confederacy won the war. Bills issued earlier in the war said right on them, Six months after the ratification of a treaty of peace between the Confederate States and the United States, the Confederate States of America will pay the bills amount to the person holding it. Later currency delayed the promised payout until two years after a peace treaty. The notes were commonly called graybacks, after Confederate soldiers, who wore gray uniforms. They bills were decorated with a variety of images, including depictions of mythological gods or goddesses, like the goddess of liberty. Other graybacks bore images of important people in Southern history like George Washington, Andrew Jackson and Jefferson Davis. Some of the bills depicted enslaved Americans working in the fields, or featured pictures of cotton or trains. But these images often werent very good quality, because the Confederacy didnt have many engravers who could make the detailed plates to print the money. When the South started losing the war, the value of Confederate money dropped. In addition, prices for food, clothing and other necessities rose because many items were scarce during the war. Graybacks became almost worthless. In late 1864, a few months before the wars end, one Confederate dollar was worth just three cents in U.S. currency. When the Confederate army surrendered in April 1865, graybacks lost any remaining value they might have had. The Confederacy no longer existed, so there was nobody who would exchange its paper money for gold or silver. Today, though, Confederate dollars have value as a collectible item. Just like people will pay money to own a Civil War hat or musket, they will pay money to own Confederate money. Some rare Confederate bills are now worth 10 times more than they were in 1861. Hello, curious kids! Ask an adult to send your question to CuriousKidsUS@theconversation.com. Please tell us your name, age and the city where you live. And since curiosity has no age limit adults, let us know what youre wondering, too. We wont be able to answer every question, but we will do our best. This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here: https://theconversation.com/what-happened-to-confederate-money-after-the-civil-war-159117. | Robert Gudmestad: What happened to Confederate money after the Civil War? He says it became almost worthless when the Confederacy lost the war. Today, some rare Confederate bills are now worth 10 times more than they were in 1861, he says. He says people will pay money to own a Civil War hat or musket. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/article/What-happened-to-Confederate-money-after-the-16146940.php | 0.760573 |
How have the Dolphins addressed their primary offensive needs? | Back at the beginning of the 2021 offseason, we profiled what we felt were the Miami Dolphins three biggest needs on each side of the football were. Offensively, the punch list for the Dolphins was painfully obvious down the stretch. But given the way the Dolphins attacked their rebuild during the 2020 offseason (with a heavy focus on defense), that wasnt necessarily a surprise. But the time for upgrade opportunities is wearing thin. Here were our three primary needs on offense: The biggest area of improvement falls with the wide receivers. Miami tabbed two speedsters in Will Fuller (free agency) and Jaylen Waddle (NFL Draft) to help bolster the skill group and we have a feeling creating after the catch will be a little easier for Dolphins receivers this year as as result. Too many times we saw the Dolphins struggle to break big plays due to the presence of bigger receivers that problem is alleviated to some degree with the addition of these two burners. And the offensive line appears to be improved as well. Ereck Flowers departure is addition by subtraction and the free agent signing of DJ Fluker should not be overlooked. But Miami also exchanged Ted Karras for Matt Skura at center (a push?) and added Liam Eichenberg with a trade-up in the 2nd-round. Regardless of where Eichenberg plays, Miami can re-shuffle the deck and find improved play at a guard spot with him in the mix. The running back position didnt get the glow up that many fans wanted this season. It also didnt get the investment attention that the other two needs on offense did. But the Dolphins did add Malcolm Brown in free agency and Gerrid Doaks in the 7th-round to bring more size and physicality to the group. Miamis investments, much like on defense, aligned with our assessment of the roster at the end of the 2020 season. Now comes the fun part: finding out who can fill what voids for the 2021 season and beyond. | The Miami Dolphins' biggest needs on offense are wide receivers, running back and offensive line. | bart | 0 | https://sports.yahoo.com/dolphins-addressed-primary-offensive-needs-120916326.html?src=rss | 0.200865 |
How have the Dolphins addressed their primary offensive needs? | Back at the beginning of the 2021 offseason, we profiled what we felt were the Miami Dolphins three biggest needs on each side of the football were. Offensively, the punch list for the Dolphins was painfully obvious down the stretch. But given the way the Dolphins attacked their rebuild during the 2020 offseason (with a heavy focus on defense), that wasnt necessarily a surprise. But the time for upgrade opportunities is wearing thin. Here were our three primary needs on offense: The biggest area of improvement falls with the wide receivers. Miami tabbed two speedsters in Will Fuller (free agency) and Jaylen Waddle (NFL Draft) to help bolster the skill group and we have a feeling creating after the catch will be a little easier for Dolphins receivers this year as as result. Too many times we saw the Dolphins struggle to break big plays due to the presence of bigger receivers that problem is alleviated to some degree with the addition of these two burners. And the offensive line appears to be improved as well. Ereck Flowers departure is addition by subtraction and the free agent signing of DJ Fluker should not be overlooked. But Miami also exchanged Ted Karras for Matt Skura at center (a push?) and added Liam Eichenberg with a trade-up in the 2nd-round. Regardless of where Eichenberg plays, Miami can re-shuffle the deck and find improved play at a guard spot with him in the mix. The running back position didnt get the glow up that many fans wanted this season. It also didnt get the investment attention that the other two needs on offense did. But the Dolphins did add Malcolm Brown in free agency and Gerrid Doaks in the 7th-round to bring more size and physicality to the group. Miamis investments, much like on defense, aligned with our assessment of the roster at the end of the 2020 season. Now comes the fun part: finding out who can fill what voids for the 2021 season and beyond. | The Miami Dolphins have addressed their primary offensive needs on offense. The biggest area of improvement falls with the wide receivers. The offensive line appears to be improved with the addition of Ereck Flowers and DJ Fluker. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://sports.yahoo.com/dolphins-addressed-primary-offensive-needs-120916326.html?src=rss | 0.460785 |
How have the Dolphins addressed their primary offensive needs? | Back at the beginning of the 2021 offseason, we profiled what we felt were the Miami Dolphins three biggest needs on each side of the football were. Offensively, the punch list for the Dolphins was painfully obvious down the stretch. But given the way the Dolphins attacked their rebuild during the 2020 offseason (with a heavy focus on defense), that wasnt necessarily a surprise. But the time for upgrade opportunities is wearing thin. Here were our three primary needs on offense: The biggest area of improvement falls with the wide receivers. Miami tabbed two speedsters in Will Fuller (free agency) and Jaylen Waddle (NFL Draft) to help bolster the skill group and we have a feeling creating after the catch will be a little easier for Dolphins receivers this year as as result. Too many times we saw the Dolphins struggle to break big plays due to the presence of bigger receivers that problem is alleviated to some degree with the addition of these two burners. And the offensive line appears to be improved as well. Ereck Flowers departure is addition by subtraction and the free agent signing of DJ Fluker should not be overlooked. But Miami also exchanged Ted Karras for Matt Skura at center (a push?) and added Liam Eichenberg with a trade-up in the 2nd-round. Regardless of where Eichenberg plays, Miami can re-shuffle the deck and find improved play at a guard spot with him in the mix. The running back position didnt get the glow up that many fans wanted this season. It also didnt get the investment attention that the other two needs on offense did. But the Dolphins did add Malcolm Brown in free agency and Gerrid Doaks in the 7th-round to bring more size and physicality to the group. Miamis investments, much like on defense, aligned with our assessment of the roster at the end of the 2020 season. Now comes the fun part: finding out who can fill what voids for the 2021 season and beyond. | The Miami Dolphins' biggest needs on offense are wide receivers, running back and offensive line. The team added two speedsters in Will Fuller and Jaylen Waddle to help bolster the skill group. Miamis investments, much like on defense, aligned with our assessment of the roster at the end of the 2020 season. | bart | 2 | https://sports.yahoo.com/dolphins-addressed-primary-offensive-needs-120916326.html?src=rss | 0.585126 |
How Many Roster Positions Do Detroit Lions Have Open? | Following the conclusion of the 2021 NFL Draft, the quest to stock an NFL roster full of talent does not end. Almost immediately after the draft concludes, teams hurry to contact the representatives of undrafted free agents and attempt to get those left out of the draft into the fold. For Detroit, it appears as though they have targeted 13 undrafted free agents. If that number remains true, as signings are not official until they hit the NFL transaction wire, then Detroit would have five remaining roster positions open to attempt to add more talent and add depth in the secondary and along the offensive line. Their is also an advantage to wait until 4 p.m. on Monday, as "unrestricted free agents that sign with a new team no longer count towards the NFLs compensatory pick formula. Amongst those available: Richard Sherman, Justin Houston, Alejandro Villanueva, Russell Okung, Melvin Ingram, K.J. Wright & Jason McCourty," per ESPN. Picks made by Lions in 2021 NFL Draft: Lions undrafted free-agents: | Detroit Lions have 13 undrafted free agents available. The Lions have five roster spots open. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-roster-update-post-nfl-draft | 0.573935 |
How Many Roster Positions Do Detroit Lions Have Open? | Following the conclusion of the 2021 NFL Draft, the quest to stock an NFL roster full of talent does not end. Almost immediately after the draft concludes, teams hurry to contact the representatives of undrafted free agents and attempt to get those left out of the draft into the fold. For Detroit, it appears as though they have targeted 13 undrafted free agents. If that number remains true, as signings are not official until they hit the NFL transaction wire, then Detroit would have five remaining roster positions open to attempt to add more talent and add depth in the secondary and along the offensive line. Their is also an advantage to wait until 4 p.m. on Monday, as "unrestricted free agents that sign with a new team no longer count towards the NFLs compensatory pick formula. Amongst those available: Richard Sherman, Justin Houston, Alejandro Villanueva, Russell Okung, Melvin Ingram, K.J. Wright & Jason McCourty," per ESPN. Picks made by Lions in 2021 NFL Draft: Lions undrafted free-agents: | Detroit Lions have 13 undrafted free agents available. The team has five roster spots open. The Lions will make their picks in the 2021 NFL Draft on April 26-28. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-roster-update-post-nfl-draft | 0.624474 |
How Many Roster Positions Do Detroit Lions Have Open? | Following the conclusion of the 2021 NFL Draft, the quest to stock an NFL roster full of talent does not end. Almost immediately after the draft concludes, teams hurry to contact the representatives of undrafted free agents and attempt to get those left out of the draft into the fold. For Detroit, it appears as though they have targeted 13 undrafted free agents. If that number remains true, as signings are not official until they hit the NFL transaction wire, then Detroit would have five remaining roster positions open to attempt to add more talent and add depth in the secondary and along the offensive line. Their is also an advantage to wait until 4 p.m. on Monday, as "unrestricted free agents that sign with a new team no longer count towards the NFLs compensatory pick formula. Amongst those available: Richard Sherman, Justin Houston, Alejandro Villanueva, Russell Okung, Melvin Ingram, K.J. Wright & Jason McCourty," per ESPN. Picks made by Lions in 2021 NFL Draft: Lions undrafted free-agents: | Detroit Lions have 13 undrafted free agents available. The team has five roster spots open. The Lions will make their picks in the 2021 NFL Draft on April 26-28, 2021. Click here to follow all the latest Detroit Lions news on Twitter @cnndetroit. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-roster-update-post-nfl-draft | 0.633808 |
Who Is Likely To File For Social Security Later In Life? | Theres rarely a simple answer to this, but the bottom line is that the vast majority of retirees file for Social Security by age 67, although everyone can reap a higher benefit at age 70. The reasons generally have to do with household wealth. If you need the money at 62 the earliest age you can file for Social Security benefits youre more likely to take the money on the table. Health and occupation are big factors as well. The messaging from financial journalists and planners over the years about the benefits of delayed claiming have sunk in with retirees, to an extent, writes Mark Miller in his excellent RetirementRevised blog. The share of workers claiming at age 62 has fallen sharply - and the share of claims at 66 has risen gradually. Filing later is a wealthy persons game, as reflected in the below breakout of claiming ages by income from the Center on Retirement Research at Boston College. All of this signals a need for you to tally up all of your present and future retirement resources. Whats in your kitty and your current savings rate matters a lot now, but will matter even more in the future. | The vast majority of retirees file for Social Security by age 67, although everyone can reap a higher benefit at age 70. | bart | 0 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnwasik/2021/05/03/who-is-likely-to-file-for-social-security-later-in-life/ | 0.172232 |
Who Is Likely To File For Social Security Later In Life? | Theres rarely a simple answer to this, but the bottom line is that the vast majority of retirees file for Social Security by age 67, although everyone can reap a higher benefit at age 70. The reasons generally have to do with household wealth. If you need the money at 62 the earliest age you can file for Social Security benefits youre more likely to take the money on the table. Health and occupation are big factors as well. The messaging from financial journalists and planners over the years about the benefits of delayed claiming have sunk in with retirees, to an extent, writes Mark Miller in his excellent RetirementRevised blog. The share of workers claiming at age 62 has fallen sharply - and the share of claims at 66 has risen gradually. Filing later is a wealthy persons game, as reflected in the below breakout of claiming ages by income from the Center on Retirement Research at Boston College. All of this signals a need for you to tally up all of your present and future retirement resources. Whats in your kitty and your current savings rate matters a lot now, but will matter even more in the future. | Most retirees file for Social Security by age 67, although everyone can reap a higher benefit at age 70. If you need the money at 62, you're more likely to take the money on the table. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnwasik/2021/05/03/who-is-likely-to-file-for-social-security-later-in-life/ | 0.229751 |
Who Is Likely To File For Social Security Later In Life? | Theres rarely a simple answer to this, but the bottom line is that the vast majority of retirees file for Social Security by age 67, although everyone can reap a higher benefit at age 70. The reasons generally have to do with household wealth. If you need the money at 62 the earliest age you can file for Social Security benefits youre more likely to take the money on the table. Health and occupation are big factors as well. The messaging from financial journalists and planners over the years about the benefits of delayed claiming have sunk in with retirees, to an extent, writes Mark Miller in his excellent RetirementRevised blog. The share of workers claiming at age 62 has fallen sharply - and the share of claims at 66 has risen gradually. Filing later is a wealthy persons game, as reflected in the below breakout of claiming ages by income from the Center on Retirement Research at Boston College. All of this signals a need for you to tally up all of your present and future retirement resources. Whats in your kitty and your current savings rate matters a lot now, but will matter even more in the future. | The vast majority of retirees file for Social Security by age 67, although everyone can reap a higher benefit at age 70. The reasons generally have to do with household wealth. Whats in your kitty and your current savings rate matters a lot now, but will matter even more in the future. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnwasik/2021/05/03/who-is-likely-to-file-for-social-security-later-in-life/ | 0.241204 |
What Is the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit in 2021? | The average monthly Social Security payment for retirees was $1,551 in March 2021. But many retirees receive over $3,000 per month from the Social Security Administration, and payments could be as much as $3,895 in 2021. The maximum possible Social Security benefit in 2021 depends on the age you begin to collect payments and is: -- $2,324 at age 62. -- $3,148 at age 66 and 2 months. -- $3,895 at age 70. However, qualifying for payments worth $3,000 or more requires some serious career planning throughout your life. Here's what you need to do to qualify for the maximum possible Social Security payment. [See: 10 Ways to Increase Your Social Security Payments.] Start Social Security Payments at Age 70 The maximum Social Security benefit changes based on the age you start your benefit. Those who postpone claiming Social Security between ages 62 and 70 become eligible for higher payments with each month of delay. For example, someone who signs up for Social Security at full retirement age in 2021, which is 66 and two months for people born in 1955, could be eligible for as much as $3,148 per month. A person who claims payments at age 62 in 2021 has a smaller maximum possible benefit of $2,324 monthly. Only those who delay claiming past full retirement age are eligible for Social Security payments of significantly more than $3,500 per month. A high earner who enrolls at age 70 could get a maximum Social Security benefit of $3,895 each month. Consistently Earn a High Salary You will need to maintain a high income throughout your career to qualify for large Social Security payments in retirement. In recent years, you need to earn a six-figure salary to get a top Social Security payment. The maximum wage taxable by Social Security is $142,800 in 2021. However, the exact amount changes each year and has increased over time. It was $137,700 in 2020 and $106,800 in 2010. Back in 2000, the taxable maximum was just $76,200. Only $39,600 was taxed by Social Security in 1985. Story continues [READ: How Much You Will Get From Social Security.] Workers pay 6.2% of their earnings into the Social Security system, and employers match this amount until their salary exceeds the taxable maximum amount of income for that year. Those who have salaries larger than the taxable maximum do not pay Social Security taxes on that income or have those earnings factored into their future Social Security payments. "In order to receive the maximum Social Security benefit, you would need to earn at least the maximum Social Security wage base for at least 35 years in your career," says Jim Blankenship, a certified financial planner for Blankenship Financial Planning in New Berlin, Illinois, and author of "A Social Security Owner's Manual." "The figure is adjusted each year based on changes to the national average wage index." If you earn more than the taxable maximum amount in a single year, you won't have to pay Social Security taxes on that income. However, that income also won't be used to calculate your Social Security payments. Earn the Social Security Taxable Maximum for 35 Years You need to earn at least the taxable maximum each year for 35 years to get the maximum possible Social Security payment. If you don't work for 35 years, zeros are averaged into your calculation and will decrease your Social Security payments. "Whether because of a layoff or choosing not to work, these years of low or no income will ultimately impact the benefit you receive," says William Meyer, founder of Social Security Solutions, a company that analyzes Social Security claiming strategies. "If you are laid off, find a part-time or lower-wage job, even if it's temporary, your earnings will likely count toward your future benefit and will prevent a zero from being used in the calculation." [Read: Social Security Changes Coming in 2021.] If you work for more than 35 years, a higher-earning year will replace a year when you earned less in the Social Security calculation. You can increase your Social Security payments even after you retire if you earn more now than you did earlier in your career. "Your benefits, after inflation, will keep rising if you work past 60 because of Social Security's annual recomputation of benefits," says Laurence Kotlikoff, an economics professor at Boston University and co-author of "Get What's Yours: The Secrets to Maxing Out Your Social Security." "You can be 100, earn above the ceiling, and the next year you'll get a real benefit hike." The Maximum Social Security Family Benefit Certain family members may be able to receive additional payments based on your work record. For example, a spouse qualifies for spousal payments worth up to 50% of the higher earner's benefit, if that is worth more than the payment based on his or her own work record. So, if one spouse has a Social Security payment of $3,895 per month, the other spouse might qualify for a spousal payment of $1,947.50 monthly. And after you pass away, your spouse could receive a survivor's payment of the full $3,895 per month, which would also be adjusted annually for inflation. Children who are under age 19 or disabled may also qualify for benefits based on your work record. The maximum family benefit all your family members can receive is usually about 150% to 180% of your full retirement benefit. A divorced spouse can additionally claim benefits based on your work record, but it will not impact the amount you and your current family members receive. | Average monthly Social Security payment for retirees was $1,551 in March 2021. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://news.yahoo.com/maximum-possible-social-security-benefit-134336725.html | 0.237502 |
What Is the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit in 2021? | The average monthly Social Security payment for retirees was $1,551 in March 2021. But many retirees receive over $3,000 per month from the Social Security Administration, and payments could be as much as $3,895 in 2021. The maximum possible Social Security benefit in 2021 depends on the age you begin to collect payments and is: -- $2,324 at age 62. -- $3,148 at age 66 and 2 months. -- $3,895 at age 70. However, qualifying for payments worth $3,000 or more requires some serious career planning throughout your life. Here's what you need to do to qualify for the maximum possible Social Security payment. [See: 10 Ways to Increase Your Social Security Payments.] Start Social Security Payments at Age 70 The maximum Social Security benefit changes based on the age you start your benefit. Those who postpone claiming Social Security between ages 62 and 70 become eligible for higher payments with each month of delay. For example, someone who signs up for Social Security at full retirement age in 2021, which is 66 and two months for people born in 1955, could be eligible for as much as $3,148 per month. A person who claims payments at age 62 in 2021 has a smaller maximum possible benefit of $2,324 monthly. Only those who delay claiming past full retirement age are eligible for Social Security payments of significantly more than $3,500 per month. A high earner who enrolls at age 70 could get a maximum Social Security benefit of $3,895 each month. Consistently Earn a High Salary You will need to maintain a high income throughout your career to qualify for large Social Security payments in retirement. In recent years, you need to earn a six-figure salary to get a top Social Security payment. The maximum wage taxable by Social Security is $142,800 in 2021. However, the exact amount changes each year and has increased over time. It was $137,700 in 2020 and $106,800 in 2010. Back in 2000, the taxable maximum was just $76,200. Only $39,600 was taxed by Social Security in 1985. Story continues [READ: How Much You Will Get From Social Security.] Workers pay 6.2% of their earnings into the Social Security system, and employers match this amount until their salary exceeds the taxable maximum amount of income for that year. Those who have salaries larger than the taxable maximum do not pay Social Security taxes on that income or have those earnings factored into their future Social Security payments. "In order to receive the maximum Social Security benefit, you would need to earn at least the maximum Social Security wage base for at least 35 years in your career," says Jim Blankenship, a certified financial planner for Blankenship Financial Planning in New Berlin, Illinois, and author of "A Social Security Owner's Manual." "The figure is adjusted each year based on changes to the national average wage index." If you earn more than the taxable maximum amount in a single year, you won't have to pay Social Security taxes on that income. However, that income also won't be used to calculate your Social Security payments. Earn the Social Security Taxable Maximum for 35 Years You need to earn at least the taxable maximum each year for 35 years to get the maximum possible Social Security payment. If you don't work for 35 years, zeros are averaged into your calculation and will decrease your Social Security payments. "Whether because of a layoff or choosing not to work, these years of low or no income will ultimately impact the benefit you receive," says William Meyer, founder of Social Security Solutions, a company that analyzes Social Security claiming strategies. "If you are laid off, find a part-time or lower-wage job, even if it's temporary, your earnings will likely count toward your future benefit and will prevent a zero from being used in the calculation." [Read: Social Security Changes Coming in 2021.] If you work for more than 35 years, a higher-earning year will replace a year when you earned less in the Social Security calculation. You can increase your Social Security payments even after you retire if you earn more now than you did earlier in your career. "Your benefits, after inflation, will keep rising if you work past 60 because of Social Security's annual recomputation of benefits," says Laurence Kotlikoff, an economics professor at Boston University and co-author of "Get What's Yours: The Secrets to Maxing Out Your Social Security." "You can be 100, earn above the ceiling, and the next year you'll get a real benefit hike." The Maximum Social Security Family Benefit Certain family members may be able to receive additional payments based on your work record. For example, a spouse qualifies for spousal payments worth up to 50% of the higher earner's benefit, if that is worth more than the payment based on his or her own work record. So, if one spouse has a Social Security payment of $3,895 per month, the other spouse might qualify for a spousal payment of $1,947.50 monthly. And after you pass away, your spouse could receive a survivor's payment of the full $3,895 per month, which would also be adjusted annually for inflation. Children who are under age 19 or disabled may also qualify for benefits based on your work record. The maximum family benefit all your family members can receive is usually about 150% to 180% of your full retirement benefit. A divorced spouse can additionally claim benefits based on your work record, but it will not impact the amount you and your current family members receive. | The average monthly Social Security payment for retirees was $1,551 in March 2021. A high earner who enrolls at age 70 could get a maximum Social Security benefit of $3,895 each month. | bart | 1 | https://news.yahoo.com/maximum-possible-social-security-benefit-134336725.html | 0.515627 |
What Is the Maximum Possible Social Security Benefit in 2021? | The average monthly Social Security payment for retirees was $1,551 in March 2021. But many retirees receive over $3,000 per month from the Social Security Administration, and payments could be as much as $3,895 in 2021. The maximum possible Social Security benefit in 2021 depends on the age you begin to collect payments and is: -- $2,324 at age 62. -- $3,148 at age 66 and 2 months. -- $3,895 at age 70. However, qualifying for payments worth $3,000 or more requires some serious career planning throughout your life. Here's what you need to do to qualify for the maximum possible Social Security payment. [See: 10 Ways to Increase Your Social Security Payments.] Start Social Security Payments at Age 70 The maximum Social Security benefit changes based on the age you start your benefit. Those who postpone claiming Social Security between ages 62 and 70 become eligible for higher payments with each month of delay. For example, someone who signs up for Social Security at full retirement age in 2021, which is 66 and two months for people born in 1955, could be eligible for as much as $3,148 per month. A person who claims payments at age 62 in 2021 has a smaller maximum possible benefit of $2,324 monthly. Only those who delay claiming past full retirement age are eligible for Social Security payments of significantly more than $3,500 per month. A high earner who enrolls at age 70 could get a maximum Social Security benefit of $3,895 each month. Consistently Earn a High Salary You will need to maintain a high income throughout your career to qualify for large Social Security payments in retirement. In recent years, you need to earn a six-figure salary to get a top Social Security payment. The maximum wage taxable by Social Security is $142,800 in 2021. However, the exact amount changes each year and has increased over time. It was $137,700 in 2020 and $106,800 in 2010. Back in 2000, the taxable maximum was just $76,200. Only $39,600 was taxed by Social Security in 1985. Story continues [READ: How Much You Will Get From Social Security.] Workers pay 6.2% of their earnings into the Social Security system, and employers match this amount until their salary exceeds the taxable maximum amount of income for that year. Those who have salaries larger than the taxable maximum do not pay Social Security taxes on that income or have those earnings factored into their future Social Security payments. "In order to receive the maximum Social Security benefit, you would need to earn at least the maximum Social Security wage base for at least 35 years in your career," says Jim Blankenship, a certified financial planner for Blankenship Financial Planning in New Berlin, Illinois, and author of "A Social Security Owner's Manual." "The figure is adjusted each year based on changes to the national average wage index." If you earn more than the taxable maximum amount in a single year, you won't have to pay Social Security taxes on that income. However, that income also won't be used to calculate your Social Security payments. Earn the Social Security Taxable Maximum for 35 Years You need to earn at least the taxable maximum each year for 35 years to get the maximum possible Social Security payment. If you don't work for 35 years, zeros are averaged into your calculation and will decrease your Social Security payments. "Whether because of a layoff or choosing not to work, these years of low or no income will ultimately impact the benefit you receive," says William Meyer, founder of Social Security Solutions, a company that analyzes Social Security claiming strategies. "If you are laid off, find a part-time or lower-wage job, even if it's temporary, your earnings will likely count toward your future benefit and will prevent a zero from being used in the calculation." [Read: Social Security Changes Coming in 2021.] If you work for more than 35 years, a higher-earning year will replace a year when you earned less in the Social Security calculation. You can increase your Social Security payments even after you retire if you earn more now than you did earlier in your career. "Your benefits, after inflation, will keep rising if you work past 60 because of Social Security's annual recomputation of benefits," says Laurence Kotlikoff, an economics professor at Boston University and co-author of "Get What's Yours: The Secrets to Maxing Out Your Social Security." "You can be 100, earn above the ceiling, and the next year you'll get a real benefit hike." The Maximum Social Security Family Benefit Certain family members may be able to receive additional payments based on your work record. For example, a spouse qualifies for spousal payments worth up to 50% of the higher earner's benefit, if that is worth more than the payment based on his or her own work record. So, if one spouse has a Social Security payment of $3,895 per month, the other spouse might qualify for a spousal payment of $1,947.50 monthly. And after you pass away, your spouse could receive a survivor's payment of the full $3,895 per month, which would also be adjusted annually for inflation. Children who are under age 19 or disabled may also qualify for benefits based on your work record. The maximum family benefit all your family members can receive is usually about 150% to 180% of your full retirement benefit. A divorced spouse can additionally claim benefits based on your work record, but it will not impact the amount you and your current family members receive. | Average monthly Social Security payment for retirees was $1,551 in March 2021. The maximum possible Social Security benefit in 2021 depends on the age you begin to collect payments and is: $2,324 at age 62, $3,148 at age 66 and 2 months. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://news.yahoo.com/maximum-possible-social-security-benefit-134336725.html | 0.607884 |
What does Arizona's new abortion law do, what are the exceptions and how does it compare to other states? | PHOENIX Arizona made national headlines Tuesday when Republican Gov. Doug Ducey signed one of the state's most restrictive abortion laws in years: Senate Bill 1457, which criminalizes abortions based on certain genetic conditions and extends civil rights to fetuses. The signing followed months of intense committee hearings, rallies and debates. Proponents insisted the legislation would protect Arizona's most vulnerable, while opponents deemed the bill unconstitutional and "medically unsound." Ducey cited "immeasurable value in every single life" in explaining his signature Tuesday, saying Arizona would "continue to prioritize protecting life in our preborn children." Within hours, though, reproductive rights advocates were considering taking the state to court. Here's a closer look at the law's journey to passage and its potential impact. Medical providers who terminate pregnancies based solely on survivable conditions like Down syndrome or cystic fibrosis will face a class 6 felony charge under Senate Bill 1457. Medical professionals who fail to report such abortions will also face fines of up to $10,000. Fetuses will enjoy all rights, privileges and immunities available to other Arizonans, "subject to the federal constitution and U.S. Supreme Court rulings." Fetal remains must be buried or cremated. Public educational institutions will be prohibited from performing abortions unless the mother's life is in jeopardy and from using public money to support research involving abortions or embryo transfers. The mailing and delivery of abortion-inducing drugs also will be illegal. Yes. The ban does not apply to any abortion involving a "lethal fetal condition," defined in state law as a "condition diagnosed before birth and that will result, within reasonable certainty, in the death of the unborn child within three months after birth." The law also does not apply to embryos used for in vitro fertilization. Because it does not contain an emergency clause, Senate Bill 1457 will not go into effect until 90 days after the Legislature adjourns for the year. A spokeswoman for Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona said reproductive rights activists and others were weighing legal action to block the law from going into effect. As of Thursday, advocacy groups had not yet filed a lawsuit. The bill's sponsor, Sen. Nancy Barto, R-Phoenix, pointed to Arizona's existing ban on abortions based on race or sex, arguing those with genetic abnormalities should have the same level of protection. "Almost 100% of (fetuses) with Down syndrome in Iceland never see the light of day" because women choose to terminate those pregnancies, Barto said. "Here in the United States, we're getting there." The senator also maintained that requiring burial or cremation of fetal remains would "give value to the unborn" and highlighted the provision banning the delivery of abortion medication as an effort to ensure women were "not left on their own." "Arizona women ... deserve better than to have their health gambled to benefit the abortion industry," she said. Other Republican lawmakers said the bill would help prevent "modern day eugenics" by ensuring equal treatment for babies with genetic abnormalities. They claimed Democrats had conflated health care with murder, with one representative contending any doctor who "intentionally kills their patients should lose their license." Opponents accused Barto of using people with disabilities as pawns, noting prominent disability rights groups had not backed the measure. Rep. Daniel Hernandez, D-Tucson, charged GOP leaders with caring about protecting children with disabilities only until they were born. The general threat of criminalization also prompted various OB-GYNs to testify that they would fear providing pregnant patients comprehensive genetic testing and counseling. "Without routine screening, genetic conditions that could be detected, some of which are treatable in utero, will go undetected, leading to potential harms to the mother and child," one medical professional wrote in a letter to her state representative. The fetal rights provision proved contentious as well, vexing several Arizona faith leaders who argued there was no consensus on when life begins. "One group's interpretation of scripture or personal beliefs, no matter how strongly held, should not be legislated over others," they wrote in a joint letter. Rep. Kelli Butler, D-Phoenix, fought the provision banning delivery of abortion-inducing medications, calling its possible impact on women prescribed a drug also used to manage miscarriages "horrible." Yes. Sen. Tyler Pace, R-Mesa, temporarily sunk the legislation in early April, when he joined Democrats in voting "no" on the Senate floor. At the time, the bill exempted abortions involving "severe fetal abnormalities," but Pace argued the bill did not clearly define the phrase. He worried laypeople on juries could have to determine whether doctors had exercised reasonable medical judgment "a large reach," in his opinion and was concerned the fetal "rights, privileges and immunities" provision would threaten in vitro fertilization procedures. After reviving the legislation through a series of procedural maneuvers, Barto brokered a compromise with Pace, accepting three changes to the bill in exchange for his support. The revisions included the IVF exemption; the replacement of "severe fetal abnormalities" with the more precisely defined "lethal fetal conditions"; and a clarification that the ban applied to abortions performed solely because of a genetic condition. Other states' abortion laws Energized by the U.S. Supreme Court's expanded conservative majority, Republican lawmakers throughout the country put forward a host of aggressive bills seeking to limit access to and, in many cases, criminalize abortion this year. As of late March, more than 500 restrictions were introduced in 44 states, according to data compiled by the Guttmacher Institute, an abortion-rights research organization. Arizona's Senate Bill 1457 was certainly among the more sweeping proposals, but it was not the most aggressive. Legislatures in South Carolina, Oklahoma and Idaho passed so-called heartbeat bans, which prohibit abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy. Oklahoma also enacted a measure that would immediately outlaw abortion in the state if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade. Follow Maria Polletta on Twitter @mpolletta. | Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signed one of the state's most restrictive abortion laws in years. The law criminalizes abortions based on certain genetic conditions and extends civil rights to fetuses. Proponents insisted the legislation would protect Arizona's most vulnerable. | bart | 1 | https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/05/03/arizona-abortion-law-genetic-conditions-based/4920230001/ | 0.437444 |
How Did Darius Stills Go Undrafted? | A little insight as to why the former Mountaineer may have been passed on. It never seemed like a matter of if former West Virginia defensive lineman Darius Stills would get drafted but more of when he would get drafted. Most mock drafts had him as a day three pick ranging anywhere from the 4th-7th round of the draft. As the picks continued to be announced late into day three, you could see it coming that all 32 teams were going to pass up on him. When you look at the players that were being drafted, it was not making sense that a Consensus All-American was being picked over by long snappers, kickers, and defensive tackles that accomplished nothing near the achievements that Stills did. To help dive into why Stills went undrafted, I caught up with Lorenz Leinweber of the NFL Draft Bible on Sports Illustrated to get his take. Lorenz's Analysis It was a surprise to not see former Mountaineers defensive tackle Darius Stills selected during last week's NFL Draft. Despite putting together strong junior and senior campaigns, Stills was overlooked throughout the draft process and did not receive a senior bowl invite. The All-American displayed a very quick first step, getting after quarterbacks aligning as a nose tackle in West Virginias three-man front. A gap penetrator, Stills was able to establish a half-man relationship off the ball before dipping and ripping his way past opposing blockers. Outside of that, his pass rush arsenal was limited. As a run defender, Stills was a bull in a china shop. While he got into the backfield to disrupt plays, he would also find himself out of position, not maintaining gap integrity. Overall, the defensive tackle was well worth a selection on the third day of the draft, fitting a gap penetration scheme as a three-technique. He did not have injury concerns, playing in 43 collegiate games. Stills falling out of the draft had to do with teams having a difficult time seeing him stick on their rosters. His explosiveness failed to help him overcome concerns about run defense. At his size, Stills is also unlikely to play nose tackle in the league, which was his position in college. Landing with the Las Vegas Raiders is promising for Stills, as Jon Grudens squad is thin at defensive tackle. During the draft, they did not add a player at the position. Stills has a real chance to make their roster if he can prove scouts wrong about his skills. You can follow us for future coverage by clicking "Follow" on the page's top righthand corner. Also, be sure to like us on Facebook & Twitter: Facebook - @WVUonSI Twitter - @SI_WVU and Schuyler Callihan at @Callihan_. | All 32 teams passed on West Virginia defensive lineman Darius Stills. Despite putting together strong junior and senior campaigns, Stills was overlooked throughout the draft process. | pegasus | 1 | https://www.si.com/college/westvirginia/area-304-plus/how-did-darius-stills-go-undrafted | 0.104969 |
How Did Darius Stills Go Undrafted? | A little insight as to why the former Mountaineer may have been passed on. It never seemed like a matter of if former West Virginia defensive lineman Darius Stills would get drafted but more of when he would get drafted. Most mock drafts had him as a day three pick ranging anywhere from the 4th-7th round of the draft. As the picks continued to be announced late into day three, you could see it coming that all 32 teams were going to pass up on him. When you look at the players that were being drafted, it was not making sense that a Consensus All-American was being picked over by long snappers, kickers, and defensive tackles that accomplished nothing near the achievements that Stills did. To help dive into why Stills went undrafted, I caught up with Lorenz Leinweber of the NFL Draft Bible on Sports Illustrated to get his take. Lorenz's Analysis It was a surprise to not see former Mountaineers defensive tackle Darius Stills selected during last week's NFL Draft. Despite putting together strong junior and senior campaigns, Stills was overlooked throughout the draft process and did not receive a senior bowl invite. The All-American displayed a very quick first step, getting after quarterbacks aligning as a nose tackle in West Virginias three-man front. A gap penetrator, Stills was able to establish a half-man relationship off the ball before dipping and ripping his way past opposing blockers. Outside of that, his pass rush arsenal was limited. As a run defender, Stills was a bull in a china shop. While he got into the backfield to disrupt plays, he would also find himself out of position, not maintaining gap integrity. Overall, the defensive tackle was well worth a selection on the third day of the draft, fitting a gap penetration scheme as a three-technique. He did not have injury concerns, playing in 43 collegiate games. Stills falling out of the draft had to do with teams having a difficult time seeing him stick on their rosters. His explosiveness failed to help him overcome concerns about run defense. At his size, Stills is also unlikely to play nose tackle in the league, which was his position in college. Landing with the Las Vegas Raiders is promising for Stills, as Jon Grudens squad is thin at defensive tackle. During the draft, they did not add a player at the position. Stills has a real chance to make their roster if he can prove scouts wrong about his skills. You can follow us for future coverage by clicking "Follow" on the page's top righthand corner. Also, be sure to like us on Facebook & Twitter: Facebook - @WVUonSI Twitter - @SI_WVU and Schuyler Callihan at @Callihan_. | Darius Stills was a Consensus All-American at defensive tackle for the West Virginia Mountaineers. Most mock drafts had him as a day three pick ranging anywhere from the 4th-7th round. Stills fell out of the draft because teams had a difficult time seeing him stick on their rosters. | bart | 2 | https://www.si.com/college/westvirginia/area-304-plus/how-did-darius-stills-go-undrafted | 0.486576 |
Which Seahawks Rookies Could Take Advantage of New NFL Jersey Number Rules? | As the NFL begins to relax some of its rules on jersey numbers, we take a look at which of the Seahawks' 15 rookies could maintain their 'non-traditional' numbers from college. The NFL is going to look a lot different in 2021. A year after adding a seventh playoff team to each conference, the game is undergoing even more significant changes. Not only will the schedule and final records be forever altered with an additional 17th game in the regular season, but the product on the field may take some time to readjust to as well, with players at several positions now being able to wear 'non-traditional' numbers on their uniforms. This includes a plethora of position groups now being allowed to wear single-digit numbers, much like in amateur levels of football, which has become an exciting and fun discussion amongst players and fans since the rule change was put into effect on April 21. However, it does come with a bit of a caveat: for NFL veterans who wish to change their number this year, they'll have to buy out the remaining inventory of all jersey distributors. If they opt to wait until 2022, they'll be able to freely make the shift over to a new number. Rookies coming into the league won't have to worry about this, thougha nice perk for those who were either just drafted or signed this past weekend. The Seahawks don't necessarily have an abundance of rookies set to join them this season, with just three selections made in the draft and 12 known undrafted free agent signings as of this writing. But quite a few of them rocked single-digit numbers with their college teams, and may continue doing so at the professional level. WR D'Wayne Eskridge - No. 1 and No. 7 The Seahawks' first selection in the 2021 NFL Draft donned a pair of single-digit numbers in his time at Western Michigan, switching from No. 7 to No. 1 in his fifth and final season. He certainly felt good in it, going on to put up a whopping 768 yards and eight touchdowns on 33 catches in a mere six-game span. While Eskridge's old number is currently on lock after backup quarterback Geno Smith re-signed with the team on April 22, No. 1 is fair game. Seattle's social media team even posted a clean-looking photo edit of Eskridge - though, as they note, is not an official announcement for his new number - rocking No. 1 in the team's navy home uniforms. CB Tre Brown - No. 6 Offensive skill players are not the only ones who will reap the benefits of the recent rule changes. Defensive backs are also allowed to wear anywhere between Nos. 1-49, and Brown - the Seahawks' fourth-round selection out of Oklahoma - may be keen on taking advantage of that. Rocking the No. 6 for the Sooners, Brown's physical play style and above-average athleticism caught the attention of Seattle's scouting department and coaching staff. So much so that they're aiming to buck trend and let the 5-foot-9 corner compete for a job on the outside. Like Eskridge, the Seahawks took to Twitter with a possible preview of him wearing his college number at the next level, though he'll have to pry it away from quarterback Alex McGough. RB BJ Emmons - No. 4 One of the Seahawks' undrafted rookie free agent signings on Saturday, Emmons switched to No. 4 after transferring from Alabama to Florida Atlantic. While he's unlikely to rip the number away from All-Pro punter Michael Dickson, nor the one he wore in high school - No. 5 - from kicker Jason Myers, there should still be ways for him to get creative if he so chooses. In addition to single digits, running backs are also now allowed to wear numbers inside the teens and 80s. WR Connor Wedington - No. 5 At Stanford, the Tacoma native and special teams artist had some tough shoes to fill with the No. 5. Following in the footsteps of now All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey, Wedington had a decent enough collegiate career to be heavily pursued by the Seahawks in undrafted free agency. He'll likely have to deviate from the number he wore in college and high school, however, as it's currently held by the former Pro Bowler Myers, as mentioned. RB Josh Johnson - No. 8 Quickly becoming a fan-favorite in the Seahawks' community for his social media presence, Johnson wore the No. 8 at Louisiana-Monroe. Rushing for nearly 1,300 yards the year he switched to the number, he's someone to watch in a fairly deep running back corps for Seattle. While the number - made famous in Seattle by quarterback Matt Hasselbeck - is currently available, veteran defensive end Carlos Dunlap also wore it in college and has shown interest in returning to it on social media. However, defensive linemen are exempt from the new rule changes, so unless the Seahawks list him as a linebacker, it's Johnson's for the taking. For more on potential jersey number changes, check out Corbin Smith's deep-dive on veteran Seahawks who rocked single digits in college. | As the NFL begins to relax some of its rules on jersey numbers, we take a look at which of the Seahawks' 15 rookies could maintain their 'non-traditional' numbers from college. Players at several positions now being able to wear 'non-traditional' numbers on their uniforms. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.si.com/nfl/seahawks/news/which-seahawks-rookies-could-take-advantage-of-new-nfl-jersey-number-rules | 0.125289 |
What happened to the 2021 Kentucky Derby favorite, Essential Quality? | As the thoroughbreds crossed the finish line at the 147th Kentucky Derby on Saturday, trainer Brad Cox, a Louisville native, walked away from the monitor he was watching from disappointed. After all, he was the trainer of Essential Quality, the favorite to win the Kentucky Derby who had 5-2 odds. He was such a favorite that a man reportedly bet $2.4 million on Essential Quality. But it was Media Spirit overcoming 12-1 odds to give trainer Bob Baffert his seventh Kentucky Derby win, with Mandaloun, also trained by Cox, and Hot Rod Charlie rounding out second and third. Essential Quality finished fourth. Kentucky Derby 2021:Medina Spirit wins, snagging trainer Bob Baffert his 7th Derby "He didnt get the greatest trip as he was wide around both turns," Cox said. "That can happen when you start from the 14 hole, especially when dont get off to a good start. He was leaning out on the far turn and Luis (Saez) said he was shying away from the other horses. We will just have to regroup. Proud of both horses. They trained well and just wish the order of finish was just a little different. There were a lot of reasons to like Essential Quality for the race. After winning the Grade 2 Blue Grass on April 3 at Keeneland, Essential Quality had the most points, with 140, leading up to the Kentucky Derby. He was undefeated in all of his five starts. In the race, Essential Quality began to move up from the far outside as the thoroughbreds made their way around the far turn. After the final turn, Medina Spirit and Mandolun emerged as the top leaders while Hot Rod Charlie and Essential Quality closed in on them from the outside. But no one could catch up with Medina Spirit at the end. Reach David J. Kim at DKim@courierjournal.com and follow him on Twitter at @_DavidJKim. | Essential Quality, the favorite to win the Kentucky Derby, finished fourth. | bart | 0 | https://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/2021/05/03/essential-quality-finishes-fourth-kentucky-derby-churchill-downs/4922760001/ | 0.395175 |
What happened to the 2021 Kentucky Derby favorite, Essential Quality? | As the thoroughbreds crossed the finish line at the 147th Kentucky Derby on Saturday, trainer Brad Cox, a Louisville native, walked away from the monitor he was watching from disappointed. After all, he was the trainer of Essential Quality, the favorite to win the Kentucky Derby who had 5-2 odds. He was such a favorite that a man reportedly bet $2.4 million on Essential Quality. But it was Media Spirit overcoming 12-1 odds to give trainer Bob Baffert his seventh Kentucky Derby win, with Mandaloun, also trained by Cox, and Hot Rod Charlie rounding out second and third. Essential Quality finished fourth. Kentucky Derby 2021:Medina Spirit wins, snagging trainer Bob Baffert his 7th Derby "He didnt get the greatest trip as he was wide around both turns," Cox said. "That can happen when you start from the 14 hole, especially when dont get off to a good start. He was leaning out on the far turn and Luis (Saez) said he was shying away from the other horses. We will just have to regroup. Proud of both horses. They trained well and just wish the order of finish was just a little different. There were a lot of reasons to like Essential Quality for the race. After winning the Grade 2 Blue Grass on April 3 at Keeneland, Essential Quality had the most points, with 140, leading up to the Kentucky Derby. He was undefeated in all of his five starts. In the race, Essential Quality began to move up from the far outside as the thoroughbreds made their way around the far turn. After the final turn, Medina Spirit and Mandolun emerged as the top leaders while Hot Rod Charlie and Essential Quality closed in on them from the outside. But no one could catch up with Medina Spirit at the end. Reach David J. Kim at DKim@courierjournal.com and follow him on Twitter at @_DavidJKim. | Essential Quality, the favorite to win the Kentucky Derby, finished fourth. Media Spirit overcame 12-1 odds to give trainer Bob Baffert his seventh Kentucky Derby win. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/2021/05/03/essential-quality-finishes-fourth-kentucky-derby-churchill-downs/4922760001/ | 0.479636 |
What happened to the 2021 Kentucky Derby favorite, Essential Quality? | As the thoroughbreds crossed the finish line at the 147th Kentucky Derby on Saturday, trainer Brad Cox, a Louisville native, walked away from the monitor he was watching from disappointed. After all, he was the trainer of Essential Quality, the favorite to win the Kentucky Derby who had 5-2 odds. He was such a favorite that a man reportedly bet $2.4 million on Essential Quality. But it was Media Spirit overcoming 12-1 odds to give trainer Bob Baffert his seventh Kentucky Derby win, with Mandaloun, also trained by Cox, and Hot Rod Charlie rounding out second and third. Essential Quality finished fourth. Kentucky Derby 2021:Medina Spirit wins, snagging trainer Bob Baffert his 7th Derby "He didnt get the greatest trip as he was wide around both turns," Cox said. "That can happen when you start from the 14 hole, especially when dont get off to a good start. He was leaning out on the far turn and Luis (Saez) said he was shying away from the other horses. We will just have to regroup. Proud of both horses. They trained well and just wish the order of finish was just a little different. There were a lot of reasons to like Essential Quality for the race. After winning the Grade 2 Blue Grass on April 3 at Keeneland, Essential Quality had the most points, with 140, leading up to the Kentucky Derby. He was undefeated in all of his five starts. In the race, Essential Quality began to move up from the far outside as the thoroughbreds made their way around the far turn. After the final turn, Medina Spirit and Mandolun emerged as the top leaders while Hot Rod Charlie and Essential Quality closed in on them from the outside. But no one could catch up with Medina Spirit at the end. Reach David J. Kim at DKim@courierjournal.com and follow him on Twitter at @_DavidJKim. | Essential Quality was the favorite to win the Kentucky Derby. A man reportedly bet $2.4 million on Essential Quality. Media Spirit overcame 12-1 odds to give trainer Bob Baffert his seventh Derby win. Essential Quality finished fourth in the 147th Kentucky Derby on Saturday. | bart | 2 | https://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/2021/05/03/essential-quality-finishes-fourth-kentucky-derby-churchill-downs/4922760001/ | 0.216619 |
Is Further Abstraction The Answer To Cloud Complexities? | The cloud world continues to grow in complexity causing companies to face a number of challenges. SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images With each passing day, the cloud world seemingly becomes more complex. Anyone who has been to an AWS Reinvent event would admit that the dizzying number of product and services introductions by AWS at that one event is just overwhelming for most. The reason for this vast array of product and services, is that a modern cloud-based environment is composed of many parts and an ecosystem of intertwined technologies such as: Compute and storage Analytics Monitoring Edge computing Patching Mobility Application deployment Data transfer The list goes on and doesnt even touch application software, or mission-critical topics such as data security, disaster recovery, privacy, scalability, rapid deployment, and compliance. With so many functions happening in the cloud ecosystem, there is little doubt of this complex nature. Interestingly, however, just like most complex systems, with time they find a way to normalize. Cars went from manual gears to automatic to now self-driving. As multi-cloud adoption grows, uniformity is growing through a shift in computing principles to more abstraction. Cant Avoid Complexity Clouds were born to be complex because applications were able to break away from the confines of the racked physical servers, storage, and networking devices. Once unleashed, new ways to manage, ensure, and secure applications would be required. All the while, IT departments were faced with the dual mission to operationalize IT on cloud technologies and to help build business success. Through operational hurdles and an uncertain tipping point, company cloud deployments grew in complexity. Getting More ComplexMulti-cloud integration can be summarized as the simultaneous connection of multiple clouds with traditional computer environments. Think of this as connecting Azure, GCP, and AWS to private clouds, and gaining a benefit from each of these in some way. That benefit could play out in disaster recovery, application performance, edge computing, deployment technology, or even an advantage in infrastructure cost. Whatever the case, multi-cloud integration is happening because in many cases, it just needs to happen due to footprint expansion, mergers and acquisitions, or critical feature needs that only exist in a specific cloud. Some of the challenges that companies are experiencing include: Single pane of visibility Environmental consistency Massive amounts of data flowing from IoT and Big Data systems, along with unstructured data Streaming data at the edge or in diverse geographic locations Security Compliance In every case, the underlying concerns are not options or luxuriesthey are requirements and taking these challenges on is not for the uninitiated. Still, the rewards of multi-cloud are many and organizations continue to head down this track in what they hope are ingestible progressions. An Accidental vs Designed Cloud One database here, one web system there, and then suddenly multi-cloud is a reality. Thats one approach. According to Gartner, 80% of organizations use more than two clouds today. Another approach is a designed entry into multiple clouds using tools such as containers and micro services such as Kubernetes. By creating portable, designed elements of architecture, security, data, and applications, containers and micro services makes multi-cloud adoption easier, simpler, and more abstracted. Under the powerful and structured control of orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and Anthos, businesses are picking up the freedom to become better operationally, streamlining processes and technical requirements, and the ability to spin up/down applications based on demand/planning. The concept of an ultimate cloud composed of the best pieces possible for your needs is a fascinating and achievable target. Yet, an optimized multi-cloud environment is neither ready to go out of the box, nor easy to manage. There is little business value in simply stringing clouds together and being done with it. Cloud missions and multi-cloud missions are everyday components of our cloud conversations, and they should be at the core of your business mission and conversations. Once you release the fear of cloud complexity, you can look forward to a unified perspective of how a multi-cloud fits your multi-cloud needs. Along with selecting the right partners in your cloud journey, containers, and micro serviceswhile a further abstractionare a way to simplify deployments and management of multi-cloud. | The cloud world continues to grow in complexity causing companies to face a number of challenges. As multi-cloud adoption grows, uniformity is growing through a shift in computing principles to more abstraction. | bart | 1 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilsayegh/2021/05/03/is-further-abstraction-the-answer-to-cloud-complexities/ | 0.179174 |
Is Further Abstraction The Answer To Cloud Complexities? | The cloud world continues to grow in complexity causing companies to face a number of challenges. SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images With each passing day, the cloud world seemingly becomes more complex. Anyone who has been to an AWS Reinvent event would admit that the dizzying number of product and services introductions by AWS at that one event is just overwhelming for most. The reason for this vast array of product and services, is that a modern cloud-based environment is composed of many parts and an ecosystem of intertwined technologies such as: Compute and storage Analytics Monitoring Edge computing Patching Mobility Application deployment Data transfer The list goes on and doesnt even touch application software, or mission-critical topics such as data security, disaster recovery, privacy, scalability, rapid deployment, and compliance. With so many functions happening in the cloud ecosystem, there is little doubt of this complex nature. Interestingly, however, just like most complex systems, with time they find a way to normalize. Cars went from manual gears to automatic to now self-driving. As multi-cloud adoption grows, uniformity is growing through a shift in computing principles to more abstraction. Cant Avoid Complexity Clouds were born to be complex because applications were able to break away from the confines of the racked physical servers, storage, and networking devices. Once unleashed, new ways to manage, ensure, and secure applications would be required. All the while, IT departments were faced with the dual mission to operationalize IT on cloud technologies and to help build business success. Through operational hurdles and an uncertain tipping point, company cloud deployments grew in complexity. Getting More ComplexMulti-cloud integration can be summarized as the simultaneous connection of multiple clouds with traditional computer environments. Think of this as connecting Azure, GCP, and AWS to private clouds, and gaining a benefit from each of these in some way. That benefit could play out in disaster recovery, application performance, edge computing, deployment technology, or even an advantage in infrastructure cost. Whatever the case, multi-cloud integration is happening because in many cases, it just needs to happen due to footprint expansion, mergers and acquisitions, or critical feature needs that only exist in a specific cloud. Some of the challenges that companies are experiencing include: Single pane of visibility Environmental consistency Massive amounts of data flowing from IoT and Big Data systems, along with unstructured data Streaming data at the edge or in diverse geographic locations Security Compliance In every case, the underlying concerns are not options or luxuriesthey are requirements and taking these challenges on is not for the uninitiated. Still, the rewards of multi-cloud are many and organizations continue to head down this track in what they hope are ingestible progressions. An Accidental vs Designed Cloud One database here, one web system there, and then suddenly multi-cloud is a reality. Thats one approach. According to Gartner, 80% of organizations use more than two clouds today. Another approach is a designed entry into multiple clouds using tools such as containers and micro services such as Kubernetes. By creating portable, designed elements of architecture, security, data, and applications, containers and micro services makes multi-cloud adoption easier, simpler, and more abstracted. Under the powerful and structured control of orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and Anthos, businesses are picking up the freedom to become better operationally, streamlining processes and technical requirements, and the ability to spin up/down applications based on demand/planning. The concept of an ultimate cloud composed of the best pieces possible for your needs is a fascinating and achievable target. Yet, an optimized multi-cloud environment is neither ready to go out of the box, nor easy to manage. There is little business value in simply stringing clouds together and being done with it. Cloud missions and multi-cloud missions are everyday components of our cloud conversations, and they should be at the core of your business mission and conversations. Once you release the fear of cloud complexity, you can look forward to a unified perspective of how a multi-cloud fits your multi-cloud needs. Along with selecting the right partners in your cloud journey, containers, and micro serviceswhile a further abstractionare a way to simplify deployments and management of multi-cloud. | The cloud world continues to grow in complexity causing companies to face a number of challenges. As multi-cloud adoption grows, uniformity is growing through a shift in computing principles to more abstraction. One approach is a designed entry into multiple clouds using tools such as containers and micro services such as Anthos. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilsayegh/2021/05/03/is-further-abstraction-the-answer-to-cloud-complexities/ | 0.243838 |
How Is The Digital Marketing Landscape Changing? | originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Haris Krijestorac, Information Systems Research and Professor, on Quora: The digital marketing landscape has facilitated the creation of more and more content, although with this comes the challenge of getting noticed among a sea of information. Moreover, tools like recommendation systems, customized search, and ad blockers make it easier for individuals to avoid content that is not of high interest to them. Thus, it will be critical for firms and content creators to stay ahead of the curve by creating attractive content and promoting this content strategically. One way to promote content effectively is by establishing an omni-channel strategy across multiple platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), as there is evidence of a positive spillover across these platforms due to word of mouth. In addition, gaining empirical insights into what content generates traction though content engineering may be beneficial. Overall, creating content rather than relying merely on advertising will be critical for firms to succeed in the evolving digital landscape. Furthermore, new evidence-based approaches to maximizing the effectiveness of this content will likely be developed through research and practice. This question originally appeared on Quora - the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. | The digital marketing landscape has facilitated the creation of more and more content. | bart | 0 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2021/05/03/how-is-the-digital-marketing-landscape-changing/ | 0.154367 |
How Is The Digital Marketing Landscape Changing? | originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Haris Krijestorac, Information Systems Research and Professor, on Quora: The digital marketing landscape has facilitated the creation of more and more content, although with this comes the challenge of getting noticed among a sea of information. Moreover, tools like recommendation systems, customized search, and ad blockers make it easier for individuals to avoid content that is not of high interest to them. Thus, it will be critical for firms and content creators to stay ahead of the curve by creating attractive content and promoting this content strategically. One way to promote content effectively is by establishing an omni-channel strategy across multiple platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), as there is evidence of a positive spillover across these platforms due to word of mouth. In addition, gaining empirical insights into what content generates traction though content engineering may be beneficial. Overall, creating content rather than relying merely on advertising will be critical for firms to succeed in the evolving digital landscape. Furthermore, new evidence-based approaches to maximizing the effectiveness of this content will likely be developed through research and practice. This question originally appeared on Quora - the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. | The digital marketing landscape has facilitated the creation of more and more content. With this comes the challenge of getting noticed among a sea of information. One way to promote content effectively is by establishing an omni-channel strategy. | bart | 1 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2021/05/03/how-is-the-digital-marketing-landscape-changing/ | 0.210833 |
How Is The Digital Marketing Landscape Changing? | originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Haris Krijestorac, Information Systems Research and Professor, on Quora: The digital marketing landscape has facilitated the creation of more and more content, although with this comes the challenge of getting noticed among a sea of information. Moreover, tools like recommendation systems, customized search, and ad blockers make it easier for individuals to avoid content that is not of high interest to them. Thus, it will be critical for firms and content creators to stay ahead of the curve by creating attractive content and promoting this content strategically. One way to promote content effectively is by establishing an omni-channel strategy across multiple platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), as there is evidence of a positive spillover across these platforms due to word of mouth. In addition, gaining empirical insights into what content generates traction though content engineering may be beneficial. Overall, creating content rather than relying merely on advertising will be critical for firms to succeed in the evolving digital landscape. Furthermore, new evidence-based approaches to maximizing the effectiveness of this content will likely be developed through research and practice. This question originally appeared on Quora - the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. | The digital marketing landscape has facilitated the creation of more and more content. One way to promote content effectively is by establishing an omni-channel strategy across multiple platforms. There is evidence of a positive spillover across these platforms due to word of mouth. Overall, creating content rather than relying merely on advertising will be critical for firms to succeed. | bart | 2 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/quora/2021/05/03/how-is-the-digital-marketing-landscape-changing/ | 0.318623 |
Are Bridge Jobs a Good Idea to Cover Career Gaps? | As more COVID-19 vaccines are distributed across the United States, businesses are starting to reopen and bring back employees. In the week ending April 29, weekly unemployment claims fell to 553,000 a significant decrease from the height of the pandemic. See: How to Approach Your Job Hunt After a Long Stretch of Unemployment Find: The YOLO Economy How Millennials are Reimagining Life Post-Pandemic However, the reduced number of unemployment claims doesnt mean that workers are returning to their careers of choice. Many have considered taking a bridge job to keep the cash flowing in. Why Bridge Jobs Can Help Your Career Trajectory As a matter of career development, bridge jobs can help individuals add skills to their resume and drive increased value for a future potential employer. Working in an area that stretches your comfort zone and allows you to develop new skills like public speaking, sales or new computer programs could help you land an upward career position. If youre lucky, you mayfind a bridge job that helps you develop a skill youve been wanting to hone or network with people who could help with your dream job search, writes life coach Kristen Walker on her blog, Clarity on Fire. But Walker adds, While those things are nice to have, theyre not necessary to getting the full benefit of a bridge job. See: 10 Times Taking a Pay Cut Can Make You Richer Find: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job In other situations, a bridge job can be a means towards a certain goal, like launching a business or getting onto a new career path. The profits from a bridge job can help you save the extra cash to go in a new direction. A bridge job is a job that gets you from point A to point C, writes accountability and business coach Amanda Boleyn. If point A is your current job and point C is the point in which you become your own boss [then] point B is your bridge job. Before agreeing to take on a bridge job, its important to consider your goals and strategy for what likely is a temporary career move. Know exactly why youve chosen the bridge job in the first place and what you hope to get out of it, writes Jennifer Faherty, founder of Financial Wealth-being, LLC. If its solely for income, be specific about how much youll need to save until you can transition fully. If its skills or certain experience you need, define exactly what that means. Bridge jobs can be a great way to keep money coming in, while learning new skills. As you begin your search, its critical to determine whats most important to get out of the job and the key ways it will ultimately drive your career trajectory forward. | Bridge jobs can be a great way to keep money coming in, while learning new skills. | bart | 0 | https://news.yahoo.com/bridge-jobs-good-idea-cover-151957943.html | 0.420413 |
Are Bridge Jobs a Good Idea to Cover Career Gaps? | As more COVID-19 vaccines are distributed across the United States, businesses are starting to reopen and bring back employees. In the week ending April 29, weekly unemployment claims fell to 553,000 a significant decrease from the height of the pandemic. See: How to Approach Your Job Hunt After a Long Stretch of Unemployment Find: The YOLO Economy How Millennials are Reimagining Life Post-Pandemic However, the reduced number of unemployment claims doesnt mean that workers are returning to their careers of choice. Many have considered taking a bridge job to keep the cash flowing in. Why Bridge Jobs Can Help Your Career Trajectory As a matter of career development, bridge jobs can help individuals add skills to their resume and drive increased value for a future potential employer. Working in an area that stretches your comfort zone and allows you to develop new skills like public speaking, sales or new computer programs could help you land an upward career position. If youre lucky, you mayfind a bridge job that helps you develop a skill youve been wanting to hone or network with people who could help with your dream job search, writes life coach Kristen Walker on her blog, Clarity on Fire. But Walker adds, While those things are nice to have, theyre not necessary to getting the full benefit of a bridge job. See: 10 Times Taking a Pay Cut Can Make You Richer Find: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job In other situations, a bridge job can be a means towards a certain goal, like launching a business or getting onto a new career path. The profits from a bridge job can help you save the extra cash to go in a new direction. A bridge job is a job that gets you from point A to point C, writes accountability and business coach Amanda Boleyn. If point A is your current job and point C is the point in which you become your own boss [then] point B is your bridge job. Before agreeing to take on a bridge job, its important to consider your goals and strategy for what likely is a temporary career move. Know exactly why youve chosen the bridge job in the first place and what you hope to get out of it, writes Jennifer Faherty, founder of Financial Wealth-being, LLC. If its solely for income, be specific about how much youll need to save until you can transition fully. If its skills or certain experience you need, define exactly what that means. Bridge jobs can be a great way to keep money coming in, while learning new skills. As you begin your search, its critical to determine whats most important to get out of the job and the key ways it will ultimately drive your career trajectory forward. | Bridge jobs can be a great way to keep money coming in, while learning new skills. Before agreeing to take on a bridge job, its important to consider your goals and strategy. | bart | 1 | https://news.yahoo.com/bridge-jobs-good-idea-cover-151957943.html | 0.46044 |
Are Bridge Jobs a Good Idea to Cover Career Gaps? | As more COVID-19 vaccines are distributed across the United States, businesses are starting to reopen and bring back employees. In the week ending April 29, weekly unemployment claims fell to 553,000 a significant decrease from the height of the pandemic. See: How to Approach Your Job Hunt After a Long Stretch of Unemployment Find: The YOLO Economy How Millennials are Reimagining Life Post-Pandemic However, the reduced number of unemployment claims doesnt mean that workers are returning to their careers of choice. Many have considered taking a bridge job to keep the cash flowing in. Why Bridge Jobs Can Help Your Career Trajectory As a matter of career development, bridge jobs can help individuals add skills to their resume and drive increased value for a future potential employer. Working in an area that stretches your comfort zone and allows you to develop new skills like public speaking, sales or new computer programs could help you land an upward career position. If youre lucky, you mayfind a bridge job that helps you develop a skill youve been wanting to hone or network with people who could help with your dream job search, writes life coach Kristen Walker on her blog, Clarity on Fire. But Walker adds, While those things are nice to have, theyre not necessary to getting the full benefit of a bridge job. See: 10 Times Taking a Pay Cut Can Make You Richer Find: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job In other situations, a bridge job can be a means towards a certain goal, like launching a business or getting onto a new career path. The profits from a bridge job can help you save the extra cash to go in a new direction. A bridge job is a job that gets you from point A to point C, writes accountability and business coach Amanda Boleyn. If point A is your current job and point C is the point in which you become your own boss [then] point B is your bridge job. Before agreeing to take on a bridge job, its important to consider your goals and strategy for what likely is a temporary career move. Know exactly why youve chosen the bridge job in the first place and what you hope to get out of it, writes Jennifer Faherty, founder of Financial Wealth-being, LLC. If its solely for income, be specific about how much youll need to save until you can transition fully. If its skills or certain experience you need, define exactly what that means. Bridge jobs can be a great way to keep money coming in, while learning new skills. As you begin your search, its critical to determine whats most important to get out of the job and the key ways it will ultimately drive your career trajectory forward. | Bridge jobs can help individuals add skills to their resume and drive increased value for a future potential employer. Bridge jobs can be a great way to keep money coming in, while learning new skills. It's important to determine what's most important to get out of the job and the key ways it will ultimately drive your career trajectory forward. | pegasus | 2 | https://news.yahoo.com/bridge-jobs-good-idea-cover-151957943.html | 0.51861 |
Should Bengals Make a Run at Recently Released Pro Bowl Tackle Charles Leno? | Leno was released by the Bears on Monday CINCINNATI The Bears released veteran left tackle Charles Leno on Monday morning. The 29-year-old made 93 consecutive starts for Chicago over the past six seasons. Leno earned a 74.6 overall grade from Pro Football Focus in 2020, allowing five sacks and seven hits in 1,066 offensive snaps. It's surprising because of how much stability he brought to the Bears offensive line. Chicago saves $9 million in cap space with the move. The Bears selected Leno in the seventh-round (246th overall) in the 2014 NFL Draft. That depends on a few factors. If so, then there's no reason why they shouldn't pursue him. The other option would be moving Jonah Williams from left tackle to guard or right tackle. The Bengals don't seem willing to do that, but it is an option, at least on paper. Cincinnati signed Riley Reiff this offseason to play right tackle. They also drafted Jackson Carman and D'Ante Smithboth guys played tackle in college. Carman is expected to begin his career at right guard. He's a proven left tackle that may be willing to move to the right side. If that's the case then they could move Reiff to guard. That would give them multiple proven veterans and two Pro Bowlers on their offensive line. Veterans like Reiff, Mike Hilton and even Kenny Golladay had their eye on the Bengals because of quarterback Joe Burrow. They also have plenty of cap space. It's probably a long shot, since he's going to receive interest from teams across the NFL, but the Bengals should absolutely kick the tires on the Boise State alum. For the latest Bengals news and coverage, bookmark AllBengals and check out some of our other articles below. ----- You May Also Like: Watch: A Quality Breakdown of New Bengals Kicker Evan McPherson A Closer Look at the Bengals' Decision to Take Ja'Marr Chase Over Penei Sewell An Inside Look at the Bengals' Pursuit of Second Round OL Jackson Carman Draft Grades Are In: Here's What the National Media is Saying About the Bengals A Three Down Look at All Seven Bengals Day 3 Draft Picks Track EVERY Bengals Undrafted Free Agent Signing Here Chris Evans Worked on 'The Mixon' At Michigan Bengals Add Giovani Bernard Replacement at Running Back Bengals Take Center Trey Hill in Sixth Round Watch: New Bengals Kicker Evan McPherson Made One of the Best Kicks Ever Bengals Bolster Offensive Line With D'Ante Smith LSU Reunion: Bengals Take BIG Tyler Shelvin in Round Four Bengals Bolster Pass Rush With Cam Sample in Fourth Round Former Bengals Coach Has HIGH Praise for Jackson Carman Here are the Top Players the Bengals May Target on Day Three of the NFL Draft Bengals Receive Mixed Grades on Day Two of NFL Draft Willie Anderson Gives Stamp of Approval on Bengals 2nd Rounder Jackson Carman Analyst Praises Bengals' Second-Round Pick Jackson Carman Bengals Get Defensive, Take Edge Rusher Joseph Ossai From Texas Watch: Joseph Ossai is a human highlight reel Bengals Second Round Selection Jackson Carman Earns Big-Time Praise Bengals Take Offensive Lineman Jackson Carman is Second Round Ja'Marr Chase Gives Shoutout to Bengals Super Fan Passing on Penei: Here's Why Ja'Marr Chase Was the Right Pick Watch: Ja'Marr Chase Reacts to Emotional Letter From Parents Here's What National Analysts Are Saying About the Ja'Marr Chase Pick Ja'Marr Chase Makes BOLD Statement on Draft Night Watch Zac Taylor's Call With Ja'Marr Chase Joe Burrow, Other Bengals Players React to Team Taking Ja'Marr Chase at No. 5 Get To Know New Bengals Wide Receiver Ja'Marr Chase Ja'Marr Chase Has BIG Goals for the 2021 Season Bengals Take Ja'Marr Chase at No. 5 Watch: Film Breakdown of new Bengals Wide Receiver Ja'Marr Chase Watch: Footage of Joe Burrow Throwing and Planting on Left Leg ----- Be sure to keep it locked on AllBengals all the time! Subscribe to the AllBengals YouTube channel Follow AllBengals on Twitter: @AllBengals Like and follow AllBengals on Facebook | Pro Bowl Tackle Charles Leno was released by the Bears on Monday. The Bengals should make a run at Leno, according to AllBengals.com. Cincinnati signed Riley Reiff this offseason to play right tackle. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.si.com/nfl/bengals/news/should-bengals-make-a-run-former-chicago-bears-left-tackle-charles-leno | 0.297043 |
Should Bengals Make a Run at Recently Released Pro Bowl Tackle Charles Leno? | Leno was released by the Bears on Monday CINCINNATI The Bears released veteran left tackle Charles Leno on Monday morning. The 29-year-old made 93 consecutive starts for Chicago over the past six seasons. Leno earned a 74.6 overall grade from Pro Football Focus in 2020, allowing five sacks and seven hits in 1,066 offensive snaps. It's surprising because of how much stability he brought to the Bears offensive line. Chicago saves $9 million in cap space with the move. The Bears selected Leno in the seventh-round (246th overall) in the 2014 NFL Draft. That depends on a few factors. If so, then there's no reason why they shouldn't pursue him. The other option would be moving Jonah Williams from left tackle to guard or right tackle. The Bengals don't seem willing to do that, but it is an option, at least on paper. Cincinnati signed Riley Reiff this offseason to play right tackle. They also drafted Jackson Carman and D'Ante Smithboth guys played tackle in college. Carman is expected to begin his career at right guard. He's a proven left tackle that may be willing to move to the right side. If that's the case then they could move Reiff to guard. That would give them multiple proven veterans and two Pro Bowlers on their offensive line. Veterans like Reiff, Mike Hilton and even Kenny Golladay had their eye on the Bengals because of quarterback Joe Burrow. They also have plenty of cap space. It's probably a long shot, since he's going to receive interest from teams across the NFL, but the Bengals should absolutely kick the tires on the Boise State alum. For the latest Bengals news and coverage, bookmark AllBengals and check out some of our other articles below. ----- You May Also Like: Watch: A Quality Breakdown of New Bengals Kicker Evan McPherson A Closer Look at the Bengals' Decision to Take Ja'Marr Chase Over Penei Sewell An Inside Look at the Bengals' Pursuit of Second Round OL Jackson Carman Draft Grades Are In: Here's What the National Media is Saying About the Bengals A Three Down Look at All Seven Bengals Day 3 Draft Picks Track EVERY Bengals Undrafted Free Agent Signing Here Chris Evans Worked on 'The Mixon' At Michigan Bengals Add Giovani Bernard Replacement at Running Back Bengals Take Center Trey Hill in Sixth Round Watch: New Bengals Kicker Evan McPherson Made One of the Best Kicks Ever Bengals Bolster Offensive Line With D'Ante Smith LSU Reunion: Bengals Take BIG Tyler Shelvin in Round Four Bengals Bolster Pass Rush With Cam Sample in Fourth Round Former Bengals Coach Has HIGH Praise for Jackson Carman Here are the Top Players the Bengals May Target on Day Three of the NFL Draft Bengals Receive Mixed Grades on Day Two of NFL Draft Willie Anderson Gives Stamp of Approval on Bengals 2nd Rounder Jackson Carman Analyst Praises Bengals' Second-Round Pick Jackson Carman Bengals Get Defensive, Take Edge Rusher Joseph Ossai From Texas Watch: Joseph Ossai is a human highlight reel Bengals Second Round Selection Jackson Carman Earns Big-Time Praise Bengals Take Offensive Lineman Jackson Carman is Second Round Ja'Marr Chase Gives Shoutout to Bengals Super Fan Passing on Penei: Here's Why Ja'Marr Chase Was the Right Pick Watch: Ja'Marr Chase Reacts to Emotional Letter From Parents Here's What National Analysts Are Saying About the Ja'Marr Chase Pick Ja'Marr Chase Makes BOLD Statement on Draft Night Watch Zac Taylor's Call With Ja'Marr Chase Joe Burrow, Other Bengals Players React to Team Taking Ja'Marr Chase at No. 5 Get To Know New Bengals Wide Receiver Ja'Marr Chase Ja'Marr Chase Has BIG Goals for the 2021 Season Bengals Take Ja'Marr Chase at No. 5 Watch: Film Breakdown of new Bengals Wide Receiver Ja'Marr Chase Watch: Footage of Joe Burrow Throwing and Planting on Left Leg ----- Be sure to keep it locked on AllBengals all the time! Subscribe to the AllBengals YouTube channel Follow AllBengals on Twitter: @AllBengals Like and follow AllBengals on Facebook | Pro Bowl Tackle Charles Leno was released by the Bears on Monday. The Bengals should make a run at Leno, according to AllBengals.com. Cincinnati signed Riley Reiff and D'Ante Smith this offseason to play right and left tackle respectively. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.si.com/nfl/bengals/news/should-bengals-make-a-run-former-chicago-bears-left-tackle-charles-leno | 0.324853 |
Did the New York Jets get the biggest steal in the 2021 NFL Draft? | Florida State Seminole safety, Hamasah Nasirildeen could end up being the biggest steal for the New York Jets. Hamsah Nasirildeen might be a steal for the New York Jets in the NFL Draft, a sixth-round pick who has far greater upside than being a Day 3 selection. An ACL tear in the 2019 season limited the Florida State safety to just two games in 2020. But Nasirildeen has the potential to make an impact for the Jets at either safety or potentially as a linebacker. And, there is some motivation from Nasirildeen, who the Jets took No. 186 overall. If healthy, Nasirildeen was likely a Day 2 pick, a bit of intelligent drafting from general manager Joe Douglas. I like myself, I feel the Jets got a first-round talent with myself and when I come into work, they got a dog mentally they definitely got one, Nasirildeen told reporters in a video call after the NFL Draft. Im not really worried about where I go in this process; I just want to go out there and show everybody what I can do. Show everybody what type of player I am, what type of man I am. Let everything play out like it is supposed to. Hamsah Nasirildeen could be the biggest steal for the New York Jets in the 2021 NFL Draft. He added that his drop into the latter rounds of the draft was likely with concerns about his health I definitely feel like my knee played a part. With the Jets, theres a good chance he gets his start at linebacker and definitely with special teams. He is one of five players drafted by the Jets this past week who played as a defensive back in college. Three of the players taken were safeties. The questions about his knee injury two years ago persist. While rehab exercises are still a part of his routine, Nasirildeen said he is full and ready to go. In 2019 in 12 games played (10 starts) as a safety, Nasirildeen had 101 tackles, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, two interceptions and three pass breakups. Im fast and physical. Hard-hitting, to the ball, Nasirildeen said. Everything you want in a football player. The selection of Nasirildeen follows a similar mentality to what Douglas did in the latter rounds of his first draft with the Jets in 2020. While there is little question about Nasirildeens talent, his health remains a huge concern. It is similar to Virginia cornerback Bryce Hall, who missed much of his final season in college with an ankle injury, but if healthy was a likely pick in the top 50 selections of the NFL Draft. The Jets nabbed Hall in the fifth round last spring. | Hamsah Nasirildeen could be the biggest steal for the New York Jets in the 2021 NFL Draft. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft/did-the-new-york-jets-get-the-biggest-steal-in-the-2021-nfl-draft | 0.555725 |
Did the New York Jets get the biggest steal in the 2021 NFL Draft? | Florida State Seminole safety, Hamasah Nasirildeen could end up being the biggest steal for the New York Jets. Hamsah Nasirildeen might be a steal for the New York Jets in the NFL Draft, a sixth-round pick who has far greater upside than being a Day 3 selection. An ACL tear in the 2019 season limited the Florida State safety to just two games in 2020. But Nasirildeen has the potential to make an impact for the Jets at either safety or potentially as a linebacker. And, there is some motivation from Nasirildeen, who the Jets took No. 186 overall. If healthy, Nasirildeen was likely a Day 2 pick, a bit of intelligent drafting from general manager Joe Douglas. I like myself, I feel the Jets got a first-round talent with myself and when I come into work, they got a dog mentally they definitely got one, Nasirildeen told reporters in a video call after the NFL Draft. Im not really worried about where I go in this process; I just want to go out there and show everybody what I can do. Show everybody what type of player I am, what type of man I am. Let everything play out like it is supposed to. Hamsah Nasirildeen could be the biggest steal for the New York Jets in the 2021 NFL Draft. He added that his drop into the latter rounds of the draft was likely with concerns about his health I definitely feel like my knee played a part. With the Jets, theres a good chance he gets his start at linebacker and definitely with special teams. He is one of five players drafted by the Jets this past week who played as a defensive back in college. Three of the players taken were safeties. The questions about his knee injury two years ago persist. While rehab exercises are still a part of his routine, Nasirildeen said he is full and ready to go. In 2019 in 12 games played (10 starts) as a safety, Nasirildeen had 101 tackles, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, two interceptions and three pass breakups. Im fast and physical. Hard-hitting, to the ball, Nasirildeen said. Everything you want in a football player. The selection of Nasirildeen follows a similar mentality to what Douglas did in the latter rounds of his first draft with the Jets in 2020. While there is little question about Nasirildeens talent, his health remains a huge concern. It is similar to Virginia cornerback Bryce Hall, who missed much of his final season in college with an ankle injury, but if healthy was a likely pick in the top 50 selections of the NFL Draft. The Jets nabbed Hall in the fifth round last spring. | Hamsah Nasirildeen could be the biggest steal for the New York Jets in the 2021 NFL Draft. The Florida State safety has the potential to make an impact at either safety or potentially as a linebacker. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft/did-the-new-york-jets-get-the-biggest-steal-in-the-2021-nfl-draft | 0.657875 |
Did the New York Jets get the biggest steal in the 2021 NFL Draft? | Florida State Seminole safety, Hamasah Nasirildeen could end up being the biggest steal for the New York Jets. Hamsah Nasirildeen might be a steal for the New York Jets in the NFL Draft, a sixth-round pick who has far greater upside than being a Day 3 selection. An ACL tear in the 2019 season limited the Florida State safety to just two games in 2020. But Nasirildeen has the potential to make an impact for the Jets at either safety or potentially as a linebacker. And, there is some motivation from Nasirildeen, who the Jets took No. 186 overall. If healthy, Nasirildeen was likely a Day 2 pick, a bit of intelligent drafting from general manager Joe Douglas. I like myself, I feel the Jets got a first-round talent with myself and when I come into work, they got a dog mentally they definitely got one, Nasirildeen told reporters in a video call after the NFL Draft. Im not really worried about where I go in this process; I just want to go out there and show everybody what I can do. Show everybody what type of player I am, what type of man I am. Let everything play out like it is supposed to. Hamsah Nasirildeen could be the biggest steal for the New York Jets in the 2021 NFL Draft. He added that his drop into the latter rounds of the draft was likely with concerns about his health I definitely feel like my knee played a part. With the Jets, theres a good chance he gets his start at linebacker and definitely with special teams. He is one of five players drafted by the Jets this past week who played as a defensive back in college. Three of the players taken were safeties. The questions about his knee injury two years ago persist. While rehab exercises are still a part of his routine, Nasirildeen said he is full and ready to go. In 2019 in 12 games played (10 starts) as a safety, Nasirildeen had 101 tackles, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, two interceptions and three pass breakups. Im fast and physical. Hard-hitting, to the ball, Nasirildeen said. Everything you want in a football player. The selection of Nasirildeen follows a similar mentality to what Douglas did in the latter rounds of his first draft with the Jets in 2020. While there is little question about Nasirildeens talent, his health remains a huge concern. It is similar to Virginia cornerback Bryce Hall, who missed much of his final season in college with an ankle injury, but if healthy was a likely pick in the top 50 selections of the NFL Draft. The Jets nabbed Hall in the fifth round last spring. | Hamsah Nasirildeen could be the biggest steal for the New York Jets in the 2021 NFL Draft. The Florida State safety has the potential to make an impact for the Jets at either safety or potentially as a linebacker. He is currently recovering from an ACL injury. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft/did-the-new-york-jets-get-the-biggest-steal-in-the-2021-nfl-draft | 0.678162 |
What To Expect From CVS Healths Q1? | NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 26: A man wearing masks walks past a CVS Pharmacy where a "Free flue ... [+] shots here" sign is displayed as the city continues Phase 4 of re-opening following restrictions imposed to slow the spread of coronavirus on August 26, 2020 in New York City. The fourth phase allows outdoor arts and entertainment, sporting events without fans and media production. (Photo by Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images) Getty Images CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) is scheduled to report its Q1 2021 results on Tuesday, May 4. We expect CVS Health CVS to likely post revenue and earnings below the street expectations, as a rebound in total procedure volume may result in higher benefit costs, while pricing pressure in the pharmacy management business is likely to impact the overall growth. That said, continued growth in prescription volume and increased Covid-19 testing as well as vaccination is expected to more than offset any decline owing to the factors mentioned above. Despite our forecast indicating revenues and earnings below the street estimates, we believe that CVS Healths valuation is about $88 per share, which is roughly 16% above the current market price of $76. See our interactive dashboard analysis on CVS Healths Pre-Earnings has additional details. (1) Revenues expected to be slightly below the consensus estimates Trefis estimates CVS Healths Q1 2021 net revenues to be around $68.1 billion, slightly below the $68.4 billion consensus estimate. A deferment in elective surgeries amid the spread of Covid-19 impacted the overall prescription volume growth in the first half of 2020, but that trend has reversed over the recent quarters, and prescription volume is expected to trend higher going forward. Now that over 40% of the U.S. population have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, the overall economic activities are likely to move a step closer to normalcy, boding well for CVS Healths business. The companys Health Care Benefits segment, which provides health insurance, has been expanding its reach to 23.4 million people as of 2020, compared to 22.1 million in 2018. An overall increase in Medicaid enrollments, especially during the Covid-19 crisis, has helped the company expand its membership base, and this trend is expected to continue in the near term. CVS Healths Q4 2020 sales were up 4% to $69.6 billion, as a 2% decline in the Pharmacy Services segment was more than offset by gains in both Retail as well as Health Care Benefits segments. Our dashboard on CVS Healths Revenues offers more details on the companys segments. 2) EPS also likely to be below the consensus estimates CVS Healths Q1 2021 adjusted earnings per share is expected to be $1.65 per Trefis analysis, compared to consensus estimate of $1.71. CVS Healths adjusted net income of $1.7 billion in Q4 2020 reflected a 25% drop from its $2.3 billion figure in the prior-year quarter. This can be attributed to increased operating costs during the pandemic. For the full-year 2021, we expect the adjusted EPS to be $7.50, reflecting no change from the 2020 figure. (3) Stock price estimate 16% higher than the current market price Trefis Price Estimate For CVS Health Trefis CVS stock has underperformed the broader markets over the last one year, with the companys share price rising just 27%, compared to a 47% rise for S&P500. This can largely be attributed to investor concerns over Amazons AMZN entry into online pharmacy, which is likely to eat market share from CVS. The investors concerns are largely reflected in low P/E multiple the stock currently trades at, compared to some of the other names in the healthcare sector. Going by our CVS Healths Valuation, with an EPS estimate of around $7.49 and a P/E multiple of around 12x in 2021, this translates into a price of $88, which is 16% above the current market price of $76. Note: P/E Multiples are based on Share Price at the end of the year and reported (or expected) Earnings for the full year While CVS stock looks undervalued, it is helpful to see how its peers stack up. Check out UNH stock comparison with its peers to see how UnitedHealth UNH compares against peers on metrics that matter. You can find more such useful comparisons on Peer Comparisons. See How Its Powering New Collaboration and What-Ifs For CFOs and Finance Teams | Product, R&D, and Marketing Teams | CVS Health is scheduled to report its Q1 2021 results on Tuesday, May 4. We expect CVS Health CVS to likely post revenue and earnings below the street expectations. | pegasus | 1 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/greatspeculations/2021/05/03/what-to-expect-from-cvs-healths-q1/ | 0.345927 |
What To Expect From CVS Healths Q1? | NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 26: A man wearing masks walks past a CVS Pharmacy where a "Free flue ... [+] shots here" sign is displayed as the city continues Phase 4 of re-opening following restrictions imposed to slow the spread of coronavirus on August 26, 2020 in New York City. The fourth phase allows outdoor arts and entertainment, sporting events without fans and media production. (Photo by Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images) Getty Images CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) is scheduled to report its Q1 2021 results on Tuesday, May 4. We expect CVS Health CVS to likely post revenue and earnings below the street expectations, as a rebound in total procedure volume may result in higher benefit costs, while pricing pressure in the pharmacy management business is likely to impact the overall growth. That said, continued growth in prescription volume and increased Covid-19 testing as well as vaccination is expected to more than offset any decline owing to the factors mentioned above. Despite our forecast indicating revenues and earnings below the street estimates, we believe that CVS Healths valuation is about $88 per share, which is roughly 16% above the current market price of $76. See our interactive dashboard analysis on CVS Healths Pre-Earnings has additional details. (1) Revenues expected to be slightly below the consensus estimates Trefis estimates CVS Healths Q1 2021 net revenues to be around $68.1 billion, slightly below the $68.4 billion consensus estimate. A deferment in elective surgeries amid the spread of Covid-19 impacted the overall prescription volume growth in the first half of 2020, but that trend has reversed over the recent quarters, and prescription volume is expected to trend higher going forward. Now that over 40% of the U.S. population have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, the overall economic activities are likely to move a step closer to normalcy, boding well for CVS Healths business. The companys Health Care Benefits segment, which provides health insurance, has been expanding its reach to 23.4 million people as of 2020, compared to 22.1 million in 2018. An overall increase in Medicaid enrollments, especially during the Covid-19 crisis, has helped the company expand its membership base, and this trend is expected to continue in the near term. CVS Healths Q4 2020 sales were up 4% to $69.6 billion, as a 2% decline in the Pharmacy Services segment was more than offset by gains in both Retail as well as Health Care Benefits segments. Our dashboard on CVS Healths Revenues offers more details on the companys segments. 2) EPS also likely to be below the consensus estimates CVS Healths Q1 2021 adjusted earnings per share is expected to be $1.65 per Trefis analysis, compared to consensus estimate of $1.71. CVS Healths adjusted net income of $1.7 billion in Q4 2020 reflected a 25% drop from its $2.3 billion figure in the prior-year quarter. This can be attributed to increased operating costs during the pandemic. For the full-year 2021, we expect the adjusted EPS to be $7.50, reflecting no change from the 2020 figure. (3) Stock price estimate 16% higher than the current market price Trefis Price Estimate For CVS Health Trefis CVS stock has underperformed the broader markets over the last one year, with the companys share price rising just 27%, compared to a 47% rise for S&P500. This can largely be attributed to investor concerns over Amazons AMZN entry into online pharmacy, which is likely to eat market share from CVS. The investors concerns are largely reflected in low P/E multiple the stock currently trades at, compared to some of the other names in the healthcare sector. Going by our CVS Healths Valuation, with an EPS estimate of around $7.49 and a P/E multiple of around 12x in 2021, this translates into a price of $88, which is 16% above the current market price of $76. Note: P/E Multiples are based on Share Price at the end of the year and reported (or expected) Earnings for the full year While CVS stock looks undervalued, it is helpful to see how its peers stack up. Check out UNH stock comparison with its peers to see how UnitedHealth UNH compares against peers on metrics that matter. You can find more such useful comparisons on Peer Comparisons. See How Its Powering New Collaboration and What-Ifs For CFOs and Finance Teams | Product, R&D, and Marketing Teams | CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) is scheduled to report its Q1 2021 results on Tuesday, May 4. We expect CVS Health CVS to likely post revenue and earnings below the street expectations, as a rebound in total procedure volume may result in higher benefit costs. | bart | 2 | https://www.forbes.com/sites/greatspeculations/2021/05/03/what-to-expect-from-cvs-healths-q1/ | 0.491436 |
Will the Indy 500 be blacked out? | The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced on April 21 that the Indianapolis 500 would be held with a maximum of 135,000 fans. It did not, however, say the local television blackout will be lifted. "Literally yesterday, we reached an agreement on how we're going to manage the COVID challenge," Miles said. "And now we'll turn our attention to other questions, including that one." The series has not commented further on the status of the blackout. Last year, IMS and IndyCar would not commit to lifting the blackout when a 50% cap on attendance was announced in June. However, when the capacity was reduced to 25% in July, it was announced the blackout would be lifted for a fourth time in the race's history. The race was eventually held without fans. Expect the blackout to be lifted if the track sells 135,000 tickets. "Under these unique circumstances, we felt it was the right thing to do," said Penske Entertainment Corp. CEO Mark Miles when the blackout was lifted in July. Story continues below the gallery. The blackout was not in place in 1949, 1950, 2016 and 2020, despite drawing more than 300,000 fans from 1976-95 and 2001-02. Television sets went on sale in Indianapolis in mid-March 1949, selling for $400 ($5,000 in today's dollars). To boost sales, IMS agreed to have the race televised live, according to an IndyStar article that spring. Indianapolis' first station, WFBM-TV (Channel 6), broadcast the race. About 3,000 Indianapolis households tuned in. WFMB televised the race again in 1950, and there was talk of starting nationally syndicated coverage the following year. Instead, IMS management decided to eliminate live television coverage altogether. They feared "live local television coverage would hurt gate attendance," IndyStar reported. In 2016, Indianapolis got to see the Indy 500 live along with the rest of the country when the 100th running of the race sold out. The blackout, as noted above, was lifted last year due to fan restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic. "The blackout happens exactly why people think," said Dom Caristi, a professor of telecommunications at Ball State University. "They would have a harder time selling tickets if people locally were able to watch the race live. It's really that simple." There is evidence, however, that this is an antiquated approach. "The sports blackout rules are a bad hangover from the days when barely 40% of games sold out and gate receipts were the (NFL) leagues principal source of revenue," Tom Wheeler, then-commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission said in early September 2014. "There is no better example of an FCC rule that has outlived its usefulness and deserves to be eliminated than our sports blackout rule." Fans in the Indianapolis television market can't watch the Indianapolis 500 live on TV. They can see a re-broadcast after the race has been completed. Contact IndyStar Deputy Sports Editor Nat Newell at (317) 444-6182 or nat.newell@indystar.com. Follow him on Twitter: @NatJNewell. | The Indianapolis 500 will be held with a maximum of 135,000 fans. The local television blackout will not be lifted. | bart | 0 | https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/motor/2021/05/03/indy-500-television-broadcast-blacked-out/4925922001/ | 0.152981 |
Will the Indy 500 be blacked out? | The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced on April 21 that the Indianapolis 500 would be held with a maximum of 135,000 fans. It did not, however, say the local television blackout will be lifted. "Literally yesterday, we reached an agreement on how we're going to manage the COVID challenge," Miles said. "And now we'll turn our attention to other questions, including that one." The series has not commented further on the status of the blackout. Last year, IMS and IndyCar would not commit to lifting the blackout when a 50% cap on attendance was announced in June. However, when the capacity was reduced to 25% in July, it was announced the blackout would be lifted for a fourth time in the race's history. The race was eventually held without fans. Expect the blackout to be lifted if the track sells 135,000 tickets. "Under these unique circumstances, we felt it was the right thing to do," said Penske Entertainment Corp. CEO Mark Miles when the blackout was lifted in July. Story continues below the gallery. The blackout was not in place in 1949, 1950, 2016 and 2020, despite drawing more than 300,000 fans from 1976-95 and 2001-02. Television sets went on sale in Indianapolis in mid-March 1949, selling for $400 ($5,000 in today's dollars). To boost sales, IMS agreed to have the race televised live, according to an IndyStar article that spring. Indianapolis' first station, WFBM-TV (Channel 6), broadcast the race. About 3,000 Indianapolis households tuned in. WFMB televised the race again in 1950, and there was talk of starting nationally syndicated coverage the following year. Instead, IMS management decided to eliminate live television coverage altogether. They feared "live local television coverage would hurt gate attendance," IndyStar reported. In 2016, Indianapolis got to see the Indy 500 live along with the rest of the country when the 100th running of the race sold out. The blackout, as noted above, was lifted last year due to fan restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic. "The blackout happens exactly why people think," said Dom Caristi, a professor of telecommunications at Ball State University. "They would have a harder time selling tickets if people locally were able to watch the race live. It's really that simple." There is evidence, however, that this is an antiquated approach. "The sports blackout rules are a bad hangover from the days when barely 40% of games sold out and gate receipts were the (NFL) leagues principal source of revenue," Tom Wheeler, then-commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission said in early September 2014. "There is no better example of an FCC rule that has outlived its usefulness and deserves to be eliminated than our sports blackout rule." Fans in the Indianapolis television market can't watch the Indianapolis 500 live on TV. They can see a re-broadcast after the race has been completed. Contact IndyStar Deputy Sports Editor Nat Newell at (317) 444-6182 or nat.newell@indystar.com. Follow him on Twitter: @NatJNewell. | The Indianapolis 500 will be held with a maximum of 135,000 fans. The blackout was not in place in 1949, 1950, 2016 and 2020. It was lifted last year due to fan restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/motor/2021/05/03/indy-500-television-broadcast-blacked-out/4925922001/ | 0.114473 |
Will the Indy 500 be blacked out? | The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced on April 21 that the Indianapolis 500 would be held with a maximum of 135,000 fans. It did not, however, say the local television blackout will be lifted. "Literally yesterday, we reached an agreement on how we're going to manage the COVID challenge," Miles said. "And now we'll turn our attention to other questions, including that one." The series has not commented further on the status of the blackout. Last year, IMS and IndyCar would not commit to lifting the blackout when a 50% cap on attendance was announced in June. However, when the capacity was reduced to 25% in July, it was announced the blackout would be lifted for a fourth time in the race's history. The race was eventually held without fans. Expect the blackout to be lifted if the track sells 135,000 tickets. "Under these unique circumstances, we felt it was the right thing to do," said Penske Entertainment Corp. CEO Mark Miles when the blackout was lifted in July. Story continues below the gallery. The blackout was not in place in 1949, 1950, 2016 and 2020, despite drawing more than 300,000 fans from 1976-95 and 2001-02. Television sets went on sale in Indianapolis in mid-March 1949, selling for $400 ($5,000 in today's dollars). To boost sales, IMS agreed to have the race televised live, according to an IndyStar article that spring. Indianapolis' first station, WFBM-TV (Channel 6), broadcast the race. About 3,000 Indianapolis households tuned in. WFMB televised the race again in 1950, and there was talk of starting nationally syndicated coverage the following year. Instead, IMS management decided to eliminate live television coverage altogether. They feared "live local television coverage would hurt gate attendance," IndyStar reported. In 2016, Indianapolis got to see the Indy 500 live along with the rest of the country when the 100th running of the race sold out. The blackout, as noted above, was lifted last year due to fan restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic. "The blackout happens exactly why people think," said Dom Caristi, a professor of telecommunications at Ball State University. "They would have a harder time selling tickets if people locally were able to watch the race live. It's really that simple." There is evidence, however, that this is an antiquated approach. "The sports blackout rules are a bad hangover from the days when barely 40% of games sold out and gate receipts were the (NFL) leagues principal source of revenue," Tom Wheeler, then-commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission said in early September 2014. "There is no better example of an FCC rule that has outlived its usefulness and deserves to be eliminated than our sports blackout rule." Fans in the Indianapolis television market can't watch the Indianapolis 500 live on TV. They can see a re-broadcast after the race has been completed. Contact IndyStar Deputy Sports Editor Nat Newell at (317) 444-6182 or nat.newell@indystar.com. Follow him on Twitter: @NatJNewell. | The Indianapolis 500 will have a maximum of 135,000 fans. The local television blackout will not be lifted, however. The blackout was not in place in 1949, 1950, 2016 and 2020, despite drawing more than 300,000 fans from 1976 and 2001-02. Expect the blackout to be lifted if the track sells 135,000 tickets. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/motor/2021/05/03/indy-500-television-broadcast-blacked-out/4925922001/ | 0.12046 |
Is Giannis close to his masterpiece after 49-point effort against the Brooklyn Nets? | In the opening minutes of the Milwaukee Bucks 117-114 win over Brooklyn on Sunday afternoon, it was clear Nets coach Steve Nash was going let the court at Fiserv Forum act as a canvas and give Giannis Antetokounmpo the paint brush and palate. I think theres no secret with Giannis, Nash said before the game. You want to keep him away from the basket. Once the game began Nets center DeAndre Jordan immediately sagged deep in the paint. A wide-open three-pointer was there, and Antetokounmpo stepped into it confidently. It went in and out. The next trip down, Jordan sagged further. Antetokounmpo hesitated before launching a 17-footer. He missed. In fact, Antetokounmpo started 1 for 5 shooting jumpers beyond 10 feet. Call it the primer. Ive been working on jump shot my whole life, Antetokounmpo said after the game. I know eventually one day, its all going to click. Ive said in previous interviews, basketball is like art. Every day you have an opportunity to create the art, and once youre done with that, you put it in your garage or wherever you want to put it and move on away from that. He then drained a three to open the second quarter and lifted his arms defiantly. RELATED:How Giannis Antetokounmpo is working to win a third straight MVP Speaking of patience and finding a spot, with just under 10 minutes to go in the third quarter Jordan gave Antetokounmpo room. But rather than hurry into a jumper, Antetokounmpo settled in, backed in, got to a place he felt comfortable and stepped back on Jordan for a 14-footer. He followed that up with a three-pointer. Antetokounmpo went on to make nine of his next 17 shots from at least 11 feet, according to the running NBA shot chart. Tonight, that picture I created, thats who I want to be moving forward, Antetokounmpo said. It doesnt matter the points I score, 49 points, it does not matter. I dont care about that. Absolutely. What I care about is how I get into my spot, how I slowed down, how I was able to find my teammates, how I was able to miss one, miss a second one, miss a third and still be able to come down and shoot another one. "So, looking at this picture, this is who I want to be moving forward and this who I believe I can be. Bucks general Jon Horst offered up a reasonable facsimile of Antetokounmpos art analogy earlier in the season: Giannis is on the foundation piece of the canvas of a Bob Ross painting thats going to become this masterpiece." Against Brooklyn, Antetokounmpo finished with career highs in shot attempts (36) and makes (21) and season highs in three-pointers made (4) and points (49). He wont be pleased with a 3 for 6 from the free throw line, but its hard not to think what it could mean for Antetokounmpo and the Bucks in the playoffs if hes taking and making the outside shots hes been practicing all season. He has scored more points in his career, had more efficient games by the numbers but how this game unfolded could mean bigger things. It just opens up the court not only for himself but for everybody, Khris Middleton said. When hes playing on the perimeter a lot of teams like to sag off him or build a wall. But if he starts knocking down that jump shot, they have to respect him out there and it just creates more drive lanes for everybody else, more space for everybody else, including himself. Of course, as Budenholzer said early in the season, going to the rim will always be Antetokounmpos fastball. And he blew one by Blake Griffin inside with 1:12 left in the game as he spun and stepped through to the basket for the clinching points. With less than two weeks to go in the regular season, Antetokounmpo has not only put in the work, but put aside the canvases that werent as pretty. The 4 for 14 against Golden State or the 8 for 20 against Toronto. The 1 for 10 from the free throw line. The handful of times he went 0 for 4 from behind the three-point line. He was never afraid to not create a successful picture in the short-term, knowing where he could go in the long run. I want to apply what Ive been working on in practice and I want to trust my work, Antetokounmpo said earlier in the year. Thats what my mindset is going into every game. He has very specific and detailed pregame routine for not just his free throws but different types of shots in different areas on the court, so he will be back to sketching Tuesday afternoon. The game is over with, we play them again (Tuesday), Antetokounmpo said Sunday evening. Keep improving as a team, keep believing in ourselves and were going to be in a good spot. Contact Jim Owczarski at jowczarski@jrn.com. Follow him on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat at @JimOwczarski or Facebook at facebook.com/JOwczarski. | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 49 points against the Brooklyn Nets. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/nba/bucks/2021/05/03/giannis-antetokounmpo-evolving-he-scores-49-points-against-nets/4918215001/ | 0.151387 |
Is Giannis close to his masterpiece after 49-point effort against the Brooklyn Nets? | In the opening minutes of the Milwaukee Bucks 117-114 win over Brooklyn on Sunday afternoon, it was clear Nets coach Steve Nash was going let the court at Fiserv Forum act as a canvas and give Giannis Antetokounmpo the paint brush and palate. I think theres no secret with Giannis, Nash said before the game. You want to keep him away from the basket. Once the game began Nets center DeAndre Jordan immediately sagged deep in the paint. A wide-open three-pointer was there, and Antetokounmpo stepped into it confidently. It went in and out. The next trip down, Jordan sagged further. Antetokounmpo hesitated before launching a 17-footer. He missed. In fact, Antetokounmpo started 1 for 5 shooting jumpers beyond 10 feet. Call it the primer. Ive been working on jump shot my whole life, Antetokounmpo said after the game. I know eventually one day, its all going to click. Ive said in previous interviews, basketball is like art. Every day you have an opportunity to create the art, and once youre done with that, you put it in your garage or wherever you want to put it and move on away from that. He then drained a three to open the second quarter and lifted his arms defiantly. RELATED:How Giannis Antetokounmpo is working to win a third straight MVP Speaking of patience and finding a spot, with just under 10 minutes to go in the third quarter Jordan gave Antetokounmpo room. But rather than hurry into a jumper, Antetokounmpo settled in, backed in, got to a place he felt comfortable and stepped back on Jordan for a 14-footer. He followed that up with a three-pointer. Antetokounmpo went on to make nine of his next 17 shots from at least 11 feet, according to the running NBA shot chart. Tonight, that picture I created, thats who I want to be moving forward, Antetokounmpo said. It doesnt matter the points I score, 49 points, it does not matter. I dont care about that. Absolutely. What I care about is how I get into my spot, how I slowed down, how I was able to find my teammates, how I was able to miss one, miss a second one, miss a third and still be able to come down and shoot another one. "So, looking at this picture, this is who I want to be moving forward and this who I believe I can be. Bucks general Jon Horst offered up a reasonable facsimile of Antetokounmpos art analogy earlier in the season: Giannis is on the foundation piece of the canvas of a Bob Ross painting thats going to become this masterpiece." Against Brooklyn, Antetokounmpo finished with career highs in shot attempts (36) and makes (21) and season highs in three-pointers made (4) and points (49). He wont be pleased with a 3 for 6 from the free throw line, but its hard not to think what it could mean for Antetokounmpo and the Bucks in the playoffs if hes taking and making the outside shots hes been practicing all season. He has scored more points in his career, had more efficient games by the numbers but how this game unfolded could mean bigger things. It just opens up the court not only for himself but for everybody, Khris Middleton said. When hes playing on the perimeter a lot of teams like to sag off him or build a wall. But if he starts knocking down that jump shot, they have to respect him out there and it just creates more drive lanes for everybody else, more space for everybody else, including himself. Of course, as Budenholzer said early in the season, going to the rim will always be Antetokounmpos fastball. And he blew one by Blake Griffin inside with 1:12 left in the game as he spun and stepped through to the basket for the clinching points. With less than two weeks to go in the regular season, Antetokounmpo has not only put in the work, but put aside the canvases that werent as pretty. The 4 for 14 against Golden State or the 8 for 20 against Toronto. The 1 for 10 from the free throw line. The handful of times he went 0 for 4 from behind the three-point line. He was never afraid to not create a successful picture in the short-term, knowing where he could go in the long run. I want to apply what Ive been working on in practice and I want to trust my work, Antetokounmpo said earlier in the year. Thats what my mindset is going into every game. He has very specific and detailed pregame routine for not just his free throws but different types of shots in different areas on the court, so he will be back to sketching Tuesday afternoon. The game is over with, we play them again (Tuesday), Antetokounmpo said Sunday evening. Keep improving as a team, keep believing in ourselves and were going to be in a good spot. Contact Jim Owczarski at jowczarski@jrn.com. Follow him on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat at @JimOwczarski or Facebook at facebook.com/JOwczarski. | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 49 points against the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday. The 49-point effort was his highest-ever in a game. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/nba/bucks/2021/05/03/giannis-antetokounmpo-evolving-he-scores-49-points-against-nets/4918215001/ | 0.250041 |
Is Giannis close to his masterpiece after 49-point effort against the Brooklyn Nets? | In the opening minutes of the Milwaukee Bucks 117-114 win over Brooklyn on Sunday afternoon, it was clear Nets coach Steve Nash was going let the court at Fiserv Forum act as a canvas and give Giannis Antetokounmpo the paint brush and palate. I think theres no secret with Giannis, Nash said before the game. You want to keep him away from the basket. Once the game began Nets center DeAndre Jordan immediately sagged deep in the paint. A wide-open three-pointer was there, and Antetokounmpo stepped into it confidently. It went in and out. The next trip down, Jordan sagged further. Antetokounmpo hesitated before launching a 17-footer. He missed. In fact, Antetokounmpo started 1 for 5 shooting jumpers beyond 10 feet. Call it the primer. Ive been working on jump shot my whole life, Antetokounmpo said after the game. I know eventually one day, its all going to click. Ive said in previous interviews, basketball is like art. Every day you have an opportunity to create the art, and once youre done with that, you put it in your garage or wherever you want to put it and move on away from that. He then drained a three to open the second quarter and lifted his arms defiantly. RELATED:How Giannis Antetokounmpo is working to win a third straight MVP Speaking of patience and finding a spot, with just under 10 minutes to go in the third quarter Jordan gave Antetokounmpo room. But rather than hurry into a jumper, Antetokounmpo settled in, backed in, got to a place he felt comfortable and stepped back on Jordan for a 14-footer. He followed that up with a three-pointer. Antetokounmpo went on to make nine of his next 17 shots from at least 11 feet, according to the running NBA shot chart. Tonight, that picture I created, thats who I want to be moving forward, Antetokounmpo said. It doesnt matter the points I score, 49 points, it does not matter. I dont care about that. Absolutely. What I care about is how I get into my spot, how I slowed down, how I was able to find my teammates, how I was able to miss one, miss a second one, miss a third and still be able to come down and shoot another one. "So, looking at this picture, this is who I want to be moving forward and this who I believe I can be. Bucks general Jon Horst offered up a reasonable facsimile of Antetokounmpos art analogy earlier in the season: Giannis is on the foundation piece of the canvas of a Bob Ross painting thats going to become this masterpiece." Against Brooklyn, Antetokounmpo finished with career highs in shot attempts (36) and makes (21) and season highs in three-pointers made (4) and points (49). He wont be pleased with a 3 for 6 from the free throw line, but its hard not to think what it could mean for Antetokounmpo and the Bucks in the playoffs if hes taking and making the outside shots hes been practicing all season. He has scored more points in his career, had more efficient games by the numbers but how this game unfolded could mean bigger things. It just opens up the court not only for himself but for everybody, Khris Middleton said. When hes playing on the perimeter a lot of teams like to sag off him or build a wall. But if he starts knocking down that jump shot, they have to respect him out there and it just creates more drive lanes for everybody else, more space for everybody else, including himself. Of course, as Budenholzer said early in the season, going to the rim will always be Antetokounmpos fastball. And he blew one by Blake Griffin inside with 1:12 left in the game as he spun and stepped through to the basket for the clinching points. With less than two weeks to go in the regular season, Antetokounmpo has not only put in the work, but put aside the canvases that werent as pretty. The 4 for 14 against Golden State or the 8 for 20 against Toronto. The 1 for 10 from the free throw line. The handful of times he went 0 for 4 from behind the three-point line. He was never afraid to not create a successful picture in the short-term, knowing where he could go in the long run. I want to apply what Ive been working on in practice and I want to trust my work, Antetokounmpo said earlier in the year. Thats what my mindset is going into every game. He has very specific and detailed pregame routine for not just his free throws but different types of shots in different areas on the court, so he will be back to sketching Tuesday afternoon. The game is over with, we play them again (Tuesday), Antetokounmpo said Sunday evening. Keep improving as a team, keep believing in ourselves and were going to be in a good spot. Contact Jim Owczarski at jowczarski@jrn.com. Follow him on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat at @JimOwczarski or Facebook at facebook.com/JOwczarski. | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 49 points against the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday. The 49-point effort was his highest of the season and a career high for three-pointers made (4) and points (49) He said after the game that he has been working on his jump shot his whole life. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/nba/bucks/2021/05/03/giannis-antetokounmpo-evolving-he-scores-49-points-against-nets/4918215001/ | 0.389665 |
How Does Former Gators OT Stone Forsythe Square Up On the Seahawks Front? | Drafted in the sixth round, the Seattle Seahawks grabbed Stone Forsythe, arguably the biggest steal of any Florida Gators draftee. The Seattle Seahawks offseason has been filled with loads of turmoil surrounding their franchise quarterback. Over the course of his nine-year career starting in 2012, the Hawks signal-caller Russell Wilson has been sacked more than any other quarterback in the league (394). Calling for increased protection to ensure his longevity as a top performer the NFL has to offer, Seattle was expected to target offensive lineman this offseason. However, failing to do so in free agency outside of a trade for guard Gabe Jackson from the Raiders, Seattle looked to the draft for potential on the exterior. Making just three picks in the 2021 draft, Pete Carroll and John Schneider had little draft capital to meet the demands of their frustrated star entity. Using two-thirds of the picks in their pocket to aid Wilson, Schneider chose to target another pass catcher in DWayne Eskridge out of Western Michigan and Floridas high-ceiling offensive tackle prospect Stone Forsythe. Selected as the 208th overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft, Seattle traded up to take the monstrous pass protector in Forsythe. Equipped with a prototypical stature for a blindside protector in the NFL, the former Florida Gators left tackle joined the Seattle Seahawks as arguably the best value pick of the eight Gators draftees. Standing 6-foot-8, 307 pounds, Forsythe contains incredible size and length at the tackle position with firm hands and a powerful punch at the point of attack. Playing his best season of football in 2020, Forsythe would anchor down the blind side of quarterback Kyle Trask who was drafted to the Bucs in the second round to play a key role up front for the prolific Florida offense. Operating without a sack against the professional-caliber edge rushers on Georgia and Alabama, Forsythe showcased himself in a big way for NFL scouts, especially when halting second-round pick Azeez Ojulari pass rush attempts in Jacksonville. On the season as a whole, Forsythe would allow just two sacks in 513 pass-blocking snaps, showcasing consistency paired with his pro day testing numbers, causing the Seahawks to trade up for the big man in the sixth. As it turns out, trading up for the monster among men was something they had been looking to do for quite some time. Following the draft, Schneider told Seattle reporters that it seemed like forever we waited for Stone, we tried trading up forever to get him. A hot commodity on the board as the draft progressed that seemingly slipped later than many expected, Forsythe would end up in a favorable spot, with time to learn behind grizzled veteran Duane Brown. With one of the major gripes against Forsythe being his heavy feet in 2019, the big man began to show drastic improvements in that department last season. Moving with a noticeable difference in athleticism and nimbleness, the trench monster became the Gators' best offensive lineman and cashed in as a draft pick as a result. Brought in as a depth addition to Seahawks offensive line coach Mike Solaris unit, for now, Forsythe will be groomed as the future successor for 35-year-old Brown who was acquired from Houston during the 2017 season via trade at left tackle when his playing days come to a close. Containing positional versatility if need be, seeing time at right tackle throughout the past two seasons, Forsythe can be a valuable factor for the Seahawks offense sooner rather than later, depending on circumstances. Headed to the Emerald City to rejoin former Gators teammate Freddie Swain, Forsythe is set to prove his drastic jump in progression from his junior to senior season at UF connotes an upward trend of development that sparks a flourishing career as a starter in the NFL. | Stone Forsythe was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL draft. | bart | 0 | https://www.si.com/college/florida/football/florida-gators-stone-forsythe-seattle-seahawks-fit | 0.166272 |
How Does Former Gators OT Stone Forsythe Square Up On the Seahawks Front? | Drafted in the sixth round, the Seattle Seahawks grabbed Stone Forsythe, arguably the biggest steal of any Florida Gators draftee. The Seattle Seahawks offseason has been filled with loads of turmoil surrounding their franchise quarterback. Over the course of his nine-year career starting in 2012, the Hawks signal-caller Russell Wilson has been sacked more than any other quarterback in the league (394). Calling for increased protection to ensure his longevity as a top performer the NFL has to offer, Seattle was expected to target offensive lineman this offseason. However, failing to do so in free agency outside of a trade for guard Gabe Jackson from the Raiders, Seattle looked to the draft for potential on the exterior. Making just three picks in the 2021 draft, Pete Carroll and John Schneider had little draft capital to meet the demands of their frustrated star entity. Using two-thirds of the picks in their pocket to aid Wilson, Schneider chose to target another pass catcher in DWayne Eskridge out of Western Michigan and Floridas high-ceiling offensive tackle prospect Stone Forsythe. Selected as the 208th overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft, Seattle traded up to take the monstrous pass protector in Forsythe. Equipped with a prototypical stature for a blindside protector in the NFL, the former Florida Gators left tackle joined the Seattle Seahawks as arguably the best value pick of the eight Gators draftees. Standing 6-foot-8, 307 pounds, Forsythe contains incredible size and length at the tackle position with firm hands and a powerful punch at the point of attack. Playing his best season of football in 2020, Forsythe would anchor down the blind side of quarterback Kyle Trask who was drafted to the Bucs in the second round to play a key role up front for the prolific Florida offense. Operating without a sack against the professional-caliber edge rushers on Georgia and Alabama, Forsythe showcased himself in a big way for NFL scouts, especially when halting second-round pick Azeez Ojulari pass rush attempts in Jacksonville. On the season as a whole, Forsythe would allow just two sacks in 513 pass-blocking snaps, showcasing consistency paired with his pro day testing numbers, causing the Seahawks to trade up for the big man in the sixth. As it turns out, trading up for the monster among men was something they had been looking to do for quite some time. Following the draft, Schneider told Seattle reporters that it seemed like forever we waited for Stone, we tried trading up forever to get him. A hot commodity on the board as the draft progressed that seemingly slipped later than many expected, Forsythe would end up in a favorable spot, with time to learn behind grizzled veteran Duane Brown. With one of the major gripes against Forsythe being his heavy feet in 2019, the big man began to show drastic improvements in that department last season. Moving with a noticeable difference in athleticism and nimbleness, the trench monster became the Gators' best offensive lineman and cashed in as a draft pick as a result. Brought in as a depth addition to Seahawks offensive line coach Mike Solaris unit, for now, Forsythe will be groomed as the future successor for 35-year-old Brown who was acquired from Houston during the 2017 season via trade at left tackle when his playing days come to a close. Containing positional versatility if need be, seeing time at right tackle throughout the past two seasons, Forsythe can be a valuable factor for the Seahawks offense sooner rather than later, depending on circumstances. Headed to the Emerald City to rejoin former Gators teammate Freddie Swain, Forsythe is set to prove his drastic jump in progression from his junior to senior season at UF connotes an upward trend of development that sparks a flourishing career as a starter in the NFL. | Stone Forsythe was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL draft. The 6-foot-8, 307-pound offensive tackle was a hot commodity as the draft progressed. | bart | 1 | https://www.si.com/college/florida/football/florida-gators-stone-forsythe-seattle-seahawks-fit | 0.185733 |
How Does Former Gators OT Stone Forsythe Square Up On the Seahawks Front? | Drafted in the sixth round, the Seattle Seahawks grabbed Stone Forsythe, arguably the biggest steal of any Florida Gators draftee. The Seattle Seahawks offseason has been filled with loads of turmoil surrounding their franchise quarterback. Over the course of his nine-year career starting in 2012, the Hawks signal-caller Russell Wilson has been sacked more than any other quarterback in the league (394). Calling for increased protection to ensure his longevity as a top performer the NFL has to offer, Seattle was expected to target offensive lineman this offseason. However, failing to do so in free agency outside of a trade for guard Gabe Jackson from the Raiders, Seattle looked to the draft for potential on the exterior. Making just three picks in the 2021 draft, Pete Carroll and John Schneider had little draft capital to meet the demands of their frustrated star entity. Using two-thirds of the picks in their pocket to aid Wilson, Schneider chose to target another pass catcher in DWayne Eskridge out of Western Michigan and Floridas high-ceiling offensive tackle prospect Stone Forsythe. Selected as the 208th overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft, Seattle traded up to take the monstrous pass protector in Forsythe. Equipped with a prototypical stature for a blindside protector in the NFL, the former Florida Gators left tackle joined the Seattle Seahawks as arguably the best value pick of the eight Gators draftees. Standing 6-foot-8, 307 pounds, Forsythe contains incredible size and length at the tackle position with firm hands and a powerful punch at the point of attack. Playing his best season of football in 2020, Forsythe would anchor down the blind side of quarterback Kyle Trask who was drafted to the Bucs in the second round to play a key role up front for the prolific Florida offense. Operating without a sack against the professional-caliber edge rushers on Georgia and Alabama, Forsythe showcased himself in a big way for NFL scouts, especially when halting second-round pick Azeez Ojulari pass rush attempts in Jacksonville. On the season as a whole, Forsythe would allow just two sacks in 513 pass-blocking snaps, showcasing consistency paired with his pro day testing numbers, causing the Seahawks to trade up for the big man in the sixth. As it turns out, trading up for the monster among men was something they had been looking to do for quite some time. Following the draft, Schneider told Seattle reporters that it seemed like forever we waited for Stone, we tried trading up forever to get him. A hot commodity on the board as the draft progressed that seemingly slipped later than many expected, Forsythe would end up in a favorable spot, with time to learn behind grizzled veteran Duane Brown. With one of the major gripes against Forsythe being his heavy feet in 2019, the big man began to show drastic improvements in that department last season. Moving with a noticeable difference in athleticism and nimbleness, the trench monster became the Gators' best offensive lineman and cashed in as a draft pick as a result. Brought in as a depth addition to Seahawks offensive line coach Mike Solaris unit, for now, Forsythe will be groomed as the future successor for 35-year-old Brown who was acquired from Houston during the 2017 season via trade at left tackle when his playing days come to a close. Containing positional versatility if need be, seeing time at right tackle throughout the past two seasons, Forsythe can be a valuable factor for the Seahawks offense sooner rather than later, depending on circumstances. Headed to the Emerald City to rejoin former Gators teammate Freddie Swain, Forsythe is set to prove his drastic jump in progression from his junior to senior season at UF connotes an upward trend of development that sparks a flourishing career as a starter in the NFL. | The Seattle Seahawks traded up in the sixth round to grab Florida Gators left tackle Stone Forsythe. Forsythe is arguably the biggest steal of any Florida Gators draftee. With veteran Duane Brown at left tackle, Forsythe will be groomed as the future successor. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.si.com/college/florida/football/florida-gators-stone-forsythe-seattle-seahawks-fit | 0.331971 |
What is the best way to control weeds n Las Vegas? | Weed control is the No. 1 pest problem for farmers. Pests include insects, diseases and weeds, not just insects. Annual weeds start from seed, germinate quickly, grow fast and cover as much area as possible as fast as it can. They are the easiest to control with a hoe. (Bob Morris) Weeds growing in rock are best killed with a flame weeder. (Bob Morris) Weed control is the No. 1 pest problem for farmers. Pests include insects, diseases and weeds, not just insects. More money is spent by farmers on controlling weeds than controlling or preventing insects and diseases combined. Once weeds are entrenched either annuals by seed or perennials by stolons or rhizomes they are more difficult to control. Farmers mostly use cultivation and weed control chemicals. Basically, weed control chemicals save farmers money they would otherwise spend on fuel and labor. Most of the time, homeowners are better off controlling weeds using cultivation. Oftentimes this is simply using a hoe. Make your landscape weed-free without chemicals by hoeing for 20 minutes or less, consistently, once a week. To get good control, stay on top of weeds and control them as soon as they start growing. That means getting rid of weeds weekly, very soon after they are seen. Weeds are not like most insects or diseases; when the weather changes, their population increases or decreases. When temperatures get warmer, summer weeds grow faster and stronger. Weeds love to invade disturbed soils. Thats why during the first few months in new landscapes many weeds grow near plants getting water, weed barriers or not. Thats normal. Get out your hoe. The first weeds to grow are annual weeds. They grow quickly from seed and try to cover as much soil as possible. Once they are removed when young, they are gone forever. All annual weeds come from seed whether they appear in the spring (summer annual weeds) or fall (winter annual weeds). When preparing the soil for a garden, the first plants seen are annual weeds, usually within one to three days after cultivating and planting just before vegetables emerge from the seed. Most of their energy forces new top growth. They want to grow quickly, become large and cover as much of the soil as possible. This, and their flowers/seed, is how they spread. These weeds are called invaders. You can use weed barriers, 3 to 4 inches of mulch on the soil surface, pre-emergent weed killers or you can use a hoe. Your choice. Q: I made a huge mistake. I used a flame weeder as you suggested close to my drip emitters surrounded by wood mulch. They melted where it got hot. Sad, but now I have to repair them. A: Flame weeders use fire from propane tanks to kill weeds. They are 100 percent organic, but they will melt plastic. Used near anything that melts or catches fire, they can bring disaster. On the other hand, its good for rock landscapes. After rain, there are weeds everywhere, and the weeds that will be burnt should be small. Use flame weeders on days when there is no wind and soon after it rains or when water has wet the landscape. If the flame weeder produces enough BTU, the wet weeds wont matter. They will die. It just takes a bit longer. Places not to use flame weeders include wood chip mulch, near plasticlike drip emitters or tubing, on large weeds or in municipalities that dont allow flame weeders. A: My favorite method is to use a hoe when the weeds are small. Hoes are easy to grab and fast when controlling weeds in landscapes and raised beds. I would be done hoeing in half the time needed for mixing a chemical weed spray. Use a hoe once a week during the growing season. My two favorite types of hoes are the hula or stirrup hoe and diamond hoe. I use a Warren hoe and triangular (onion) hoe for making vegetable planting rows. I have four or five different kinds of hoes for different purposes. My next favorite way of controlling weeds in large areas is the fire or flame weeders. Fire weeders like the Dragon types produce enough heat to kill wet weeds. They are particularly good for burning back small or cut weeds growing in rock. Be careful using this type of weeder if weeds are large or burst into flames. Have a hose and water available for emergencies. Some municipalities will not allow fire weeders without a permit. Q: I see some areas in my fescue lawn that are drying out faster than the others. Im watering nearly every day. I hate to think about how many times each day I will have to water when it gets hot. A: Most likely you are watering this frequently because of uneven wetting of the lawn by the sprinklers. That means the pressure is too low or the sprinklers are too far apart. Pop-up sprinkler heads should spray water from one head to the next. This is called head-to-head coverage. These pop-up type of overhead sprinklers should deliver water evenly across an area if they are outfitted with similar nozzles, its not windy, and if watered a total of 12 to 15 minutes each time. Maintenance companies are notorious for mixing and not matching sprinkler nozzles when they are repaired. This increases the water your lawn needs. Its a good idea to keep some spare nozzles in case they need repair. They are not expensive. Sometimes water applications are split into three each, four- or five-minute applications about one hour apart to reduce puddling and runoff into the street. But the total number of minutes for a single application should still total 12 to 15 minutes each time. Use a long piece of rebar pushed into the soil in several areas to judge the watering depth in the soil. The watering depth after an irrigation should be 10 to 12 inches deep in several locations. Avoid watering at night. The best time to finish sprinkler irrigations is just before sunrise You barely have time before the arrival of hot summer weather, so seed the lawn now. If the grass is dead in spots, cut it close to the soil with a line trimmer and apply good quality fescue seed to the soil in those spots. One pound of seed per hundred square feet is enough. Remove any loose or dead grass when seeding. Scratch the soil surface and lightly cover the seed with a thin layer of sand or other topper and water twice a day until you see new grass. It should take four to five days in warm weather. If this happens during the heat of the summer, leave the dead grass alone and let it cover the soil to prevent Bermuda grass and other weeds from growing from seed in those dead spots. Rake those areas starting in late September and October until you see bare soil and then seed the same way. A: Its much easier to kill fescue growing in a Bermuda grass lawn than it is to kill Bermuda grass growing in a fescue lawn. Your problem is more difficult. You will have to use chemicals if you want to correct this problem. The two chemicals are either Roundup if the Bermuda grass is growing in a few areas or spraying Fusilade if Bermuda grass is growing throughout the fescue lawn. Roundup is spot-sprayed where Bermuda grass is a problem and kills all the grass in those spots. Roundup will be sprayed in those spots now and through the summer when you see Bermuda grass trying to get established again. And it will try. The lawn is seeded with a good quality fescue seed in those dead spots as early as late September and through October. Until that time, the dead grass is left in place to help prevent the growth of other weeds in those spots. Fusilade is a grass killer. It will kill all grasses at a high concentration. The concentration of Fusilade sprayed determines if it kills the Bermuda grass growing in a fescue lawn without damaging the fescue. So spraying Fusilade at exactly the correct concentration is very important. It is best sprayed in a fescue lawn in late September or October. As a warning, it is normal to see the fescue lawn becoming yellowish after it is sprayed with Fusilade. Be sure to follow the label directions exactly. Preventing Bermuda grass from getting established in a lawn is the most effective way to control it in a fescue lawn. Keep the mowing height above 2 inches. Mowing too short encourages Bermuda grass invasion. Keep lawns dense and thick. Dense and thick lawns are encouraged by regularly fertilizing, mowing high and using the right kind of fertilizer. Lawns in our climate should receive fertilizer applied at least four times each year: Memorial Day, Labor Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving. Clean mowers before they are used. A strong stream of water from a hose that cleans the blades and deck is necessary each time you mow. Avoid line trimmers to edge a lawn. If it must be used, never cut the edge of the grass at an angle or use line trimmers around trees or sprinklers. Bob Morris is a horticulture expert and UNLV professor emeritus. Visit his blog at xtremehorticulture.blogspot.com. Send questions to Extremehort@aol.com. | Annual weeds are easiest to control with a hoe. Flame weeders use fire from propane tanks to kill weeds. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-columns/bob-morris/what-is-the-best-way-to-control-weeds-n-las-vegas-2344049/ | 0.168135 |
What is the best way to control weeds n Las Vegas? | Weed control is the No. 1 pest problem for farmers. Pests include insects, diseases and weeds, not just insects. Annual weeds start from seed, germinate quickly, grow fast and cover as much area as possible as fast as it can. They are the easiest to control with a hoe. (Bob Morris) Weeds growing in rock are best killed with a flame weeder. (Bob Morris) Weed control is the No. 1 pest problem for farmers. Pests include insects, diseases and weeds, not just insects. More money is spent by farmers on controlling weeds than controlling or preventing insects and diseases combined. Once weeds are entrenched either annuals by seed or perennials by stolons or rhizomes they are more difficult to control. Farmers mostly use cultivation and weed control chemicals. Basically, weed control chemicals save farmers money they would otherwise spend on fuel and labor. Most of the time, homeowners are better off controlling weeds using cultivation. Oftentimes this is simply using a hoe. Make your landscape weed-free without chemicals by hoeing for 20 minutes or less, consistently, once a week. To get good control, stay on top of weeds and control them as soon as they start growing. That means getting rid of weeds weekly, very soon after they are seen. Weeds are not like most insects or diseases; when the weather changes, their population increases or decreases. When temperatures get warmer, summer weeds grow faster and stronger. Weeds love to invade disturbed soils. Thats why during the first few months in new landscapes many weeds grow near plants getting water, weed barriers or not. Thats normal. Get out your hoe. The first weeds to grow are annual weeds. They grow quickly from seed and try to cover as much soil as possible. Once they are removed when young, they are gone forever. All annual weeds come from seed whether they appear in the spring (summer annual weeds) or fall (winter annual weeds). When preparing the soil for a garden, the first plants seen are annual weeds, usually within one to three days after cultivating and planting just before vegetables emerge from the seed. Most of their energy forces new top growth. They want to grow quickly, become large and cover as much of the soil as possible. This, and their flowers/seed, is how they spread. These weeds are called invaders. You can use weed barriers, 3 to 4 inches of mulch on the soil surface, pre-emergent weed killers or you can use a hoe. Your choice. Q: I made a huge mistake. I used a flame weeder as you suggested close to my drip emitters surrounded by wood mulch. They melted where it got hot. Sad, but now I have to repair them. A: Flame weeders use fire from propane tanks to kill weeds. They are 100 percent organic, but they will melt plastic. Used near anything that melts or catches fire, they can bring disaster. On the other hand, its good for rock landscapes. After rain, there are weeds everywhere, and the weeds that will be burnt should be small. Use flame weeders on days when there is no wind and soon after it rains or when water has wet the landscape. If the flame weeder produces enough BTU, the wet weeds wont matter. They will die. It just takes a bit longer. Places not to use flame weeders include wood chip mulch, near plasticlike drip emitters or tubing, on large weeds or in municipalities that dont allow flame weeders. A: My favorite method is to use a hoe when the weeds are small. Hoes are easy to grab and fast when controlling weeds in landscapes and raised beds. I would be done hoeing in half the time needed for mixing a chemical weed spray. Use a hoe once a week during the growing season. My two favorite types of hoes are the hula or stirrup hoe and diamond hoe. I use a Warren hoe and triangular (onion) hoe for making vegetable planting rows. I have four or five different kinds of hoes for different purposes. My next favorite way of controlling weeds in large areas is the fire or flame weeders. Fire weeders like the Dragon types produce enough heat to kill wet weeds. They are particularly good for burning back small or cut weeds growing in rock. Be careful using this type of weeder if weeds are large or burst into flames. Have a hose and water available for emergencies. Some municipalities will not allow fire weeders without a permit. Q: I see some areas in my fescue lawn that are drying out faster than the others. Im watering nearly every day. I hate to think about how many times each day I will have to water when it gets hot. A: Most likely you are watering this frequently because of uneven wetting of the lawn by the sprinklers. That means the pressure is too low or the sprinklers are too far apart. Pop-up sprinkler heads should spray water from one head to the next. This is called head-to-head coverage. These pop-up type of overhead sprinklers should deliver water evenly across an area if they are outfitted with similar nozzles, its not windy, and if watered a total of 12 to 15 minutes each time. Maintenance companies are notorious for mixing and not matching sprinkler nozzles when they are repaired. This increases the water your lawn needs. Its a good idea to keep some spare nozzles in case they need repair. They are not expensive. Sometimes water applications are split into three each, four- or five-minute applications about one hour apart to reduce puddling and runoff into the street. But the total number of minutes for a single application should still total 12 to 15 minutes each time. Use a long piece of rebar pushed into the soil in several areas to judge the watering depth in the soil. The watering depth after an irrigation should be 10 to 12 inches deep in several locations. Avoid watering at night. The best time to finish sprinkler irrigations is just before sunrise You barely have time before the arrival of hot summer weather, so seed the lawn now. If the grass is dead in spots, cut it close to the soil with a line trimmer and apply good quality fescue seed to the soil in those spots. One pound of seed per hundred square feet is enough. Remove any loose or dead grass when seeding. Scratch the soil surface and lightly cover the seed with a thin layer of sand or other topper and water twice a day until you see new grass. It should take four to five days in warm weather. If this happens during the heat of the summer, leave the dead grass alone and let it cover the soil to prevent Bermuda grass and other weeds from growing from seed in those dead spots. Rake those areas starting in late September and October until you see bare soil and then seed the same way. A: Its much easier to kill fescue growing in a Bermuda grass lawn than it is to kill Bermuda grass growing in a fescue lawn. Your problem is more difficult. You will have to use chemicals if you want to correct this problem. The two chemicals are either Roundup if the Bermuda grass is growing in a few areas or spraying Fusilade if Bermuda grass is growing throughout the fescue lawn. Roundup is spot-sprayed where Bermuda grass is a problem and kills all the grass in those spots. Roundup will be sprayed in those spots now and through the summer when you see Bermuda grass trying to get established again. And it will try. The lawn is seeded with a good quality fescue seed in those dead spots as early as late September and through October. Until that time, the dead grass is left in place to help prevent the growth of other weeds in those spots. Fusilade is a grass killer. It will kill all grasses at a high concentration. The concentration of Fusilade sprayed determines if it kills the Bermuda grass growing in a fescue lawn without damaging the fescue. So spraying Fusilade at exactly the correct concentration is very important. It is best sprayed in a fescue lawn in late September or October. As a warning, it is normal to see the fescue lawn becoming yellowish after it is sprayed with Fusilade. Be sure to follow the label directions exactly. Preventing Bermuda grass from getting established in a lawn is the most effective way to control it in a fescue lawn. Keep the mowing height above 2 inches. Mowing too short encourages Bermuda grass invasion. Keep lawns dense and thick. Dense and thick lawns are encouraged by regularly fertilizing, mowing high and using the right kind of fertilizer. Lawns in our climate should receive fertilizer applied at least four times each year: Memorial Day, Labor Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving. Clean mowers before they are used. A strong stream of water from a hose that cleans the blades and deck is necessary each time you mow. Avoid line trimmers to edge a lawn. If it must be used, never cut the edge of the grass at an angle or use line trimmers around trees or sprinklers. Bob Morris is a horticulture expert and UNLV professor emeritus. Visit his blog at xtremehorticulture.blogspot.com. Send questions to Extremehort@aol.com. | Annual weeds are the easiest to control with a hoe. Flame weeders use fire from propane tanks to kill weeds, but they will melt plastic. Weeds growing in rock are best killed with a flame weeder. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-columns/bob-morris/what-is-the-best-way-to-control-weeds-n-las-vegas-2344049/ | 0.169101 |
What is the best way to control weeds n Las Vegas? | Weed control is the No. 1 pest problem for farmers. Pests include insects, diseases and weeds, not just insects. Annual weeds start from seed, germinate quickly, grow fast and cover as much area as possible as fast as it can. They are the easiest to control with a hoe. (Bob Morris) Weeds growing in rock are best killed with a flame weeder. (Bob Morris) Weed control is the No. 1 pest problem for farmers. Pests include insects, diseases and weeds, not just insects. More money is spent by farmers on controlling weeds than controlling or preventing insects and diseases combined. Once weeds are entrenched either annuals by seed or perennials by stolons or rhizomes they are more difficult to control. Farmers mostly use cultivation and weed control chemicals. Basically, weed control chemicals save farmers money they would otherwise spend on fuel and labor. Most of the time, homeowners are better off controlling weeds using cultivation. Oftentimes this is simply using a hoe. Make your landscape weed-free without chemicals by hoeing for 20 minutes or less, consistently, once a week. To get good control, stay on top of weeds and control them as soon as they start growing. That means getting rid of weeds weekly, very soon after they are seen. Weeds are not like most insects or diseases; when the weather changes, their population increases or decreases. When temperatures get warmer, summer weeds grow faster and stronger. Weeds love to invade disturbed soils. Thats why during the first few months in new landscapes many weeds grow near plants getting water, weed barriers or not. Thats normal. Get out your hoe. The first weeds to grow are annual weeds. They grow quickly from seed and try to cover as much soil as possible. Once they are removed when young, they are gone forever. All annual weeds come from seed whether they appear in the spring (summer annual weeds) or fall (winter annual weeds). When preparing the soil for a garden, the first plants seen are annual weeds, usually within one to three days after cultivating and planting just before vegetables emerge from the seed. Most of their energy forces new top growth. They want to grow quickly, become large and cover as much of the soil as possible. This, and their flowers/seed, is how they spread. These weeds are called invaders. You can use weed barriers, 3 to 4 inches of mulch on the soil surface, pre-emergent weed killers or you can use a hoe. Your choice. Q: I made a huge mistake. I used a flame weeder as you suggested close to my drip emitters surrounded by wood mulch. They melted where it got hot. Sad, but now I have to repair them. A: Flame weeders use fire from propane tanks to kill weeds. They are 100 percent organic, but they will melt plastic. Used near anything that melts or catches fire, they can bring disaster. On the other hand, its good for rock landscapes. After rain, there are weeds everywhere, and the weeds that will be burnt should be small. Use flame weeders on days when there is no wind and soon after it rains or when water has wet the landscape. If the flame weeder produces enough BTU, the wet weeds wont matter. They will die. It just takes a bit longer. Places not to use flame weeders include wood chip mulch, near plasticlike drip emitters or tubing, on large weeds or in municipalities that dont allow flame weeders. A: My favorite method is to use a hoe when the weeds are small. Hoes are easy to grab and fast when controlling weeds in landscapes and raised beds. I would be done hoeing in half the time needed for mixing a chemical weed spray. Use a hoe once a week during the growing season. My two favorite types of hoes are the hula or stirrup hoe and diamond hoe. I use a Warren hoe and triangular (onion) hoe for making vegetable planting rows. I have four or five different kinds of hoes for different purposes. My next favorite way of controlling weeds in large areas is the fire or flame weeders. Fire weeders like the Dragon types produce enough heat to kill wet weeds. They are particularly good for burning back small or cut weeds growing in rock. Be careful using this type of weeder if weeds are large or burst into flames. Have a hose and water available for emergencies. Some municipalities will not allow fire weeders without a permit. Q: I see some areas in my fescue lawn that are drying out faster than the others. Im watering nearly every day. I hate to think about how many times each day I will have to water when it gets hot. A: Most likely you are watering this frequently because of uneven wetting of the lawn by the sprinklers. That means the pressure is too low or the sprinklers are too far apart. Pop-up sprinkler heads should spray water from one head to the next. This is called head-to-head coverage. These pop-up type of overhead sprinklers should deliver water evenly across an area if they are outfitted with similar nozzles, its not windy, and if watered a total of 12 to 15 minutes each time. Maintenance companies are notorious for mixing and not matching sprinkler nozzles when they are repaired. This increases the water your lawn needs. Its a good idea to keep some spare nozzles in case they need repair. They are not expensive. Sometimes water applications are split into three each, four- or five-minute applications about one hour apart to reduce puddling and runoff into the street. But the total number of minutes for a single application should still total 12 to 15 minutes each time. Use a long piece of rebar pushed into the soil in several areas to judge the watering depth in the soil. The watering depth after an irrigation should be 10 to 12 inches deep in several locations. Avoid watering at night. The best time to finish sprinkler irrigations is just before sunrise You barely have time before the arrival of hot summer weather, so seed the lawn now. If the grass is dead in spots, cut it close to the soil with a line trimmer and apply good quality fescue seed to the soil in those spots. One pound of seed per hundred square feet is enough. Remove any loose or dead grass when seeding. Scratch the soil surface and lightly cover the seed with a thin layer of sand or other topper and water twice a day until you see new grass. It should take four to five days in warm weather. If this happens during the heat of the summer, leave the dead grass alone and let it cover the soil to prevent Bermuda grass and other weeds from growing from seed in those dead spots. Rake those areas starting in late September and October until you see bare soil and then seed the same way. A: Its much easier to kill fescue growing in a Bermuda grass lawn than it is to kill Bermuda grass growing in a fescue lawn. Your problem is more difficult. You will have to use chemicals if you want to correct this problem. The two chemicals are either Roundup if the Bermuda grass is growing in a few areas or spraying Fusilade if Bermuda grass is growing throughout the fescue lawn. Roundup is spot-sprayed where Bermuda grass is a problem and kills all the grass in those spots. Roundup will be sprayed in those spots now and through the summer when you see Bermuda grass trying to get established again. And it will try. The lawn is seeded with a good quality fescue seed in those dead spots as early as late September and through October. Until that time, the dead grass is left in place to help prevent the growth of other weeds in those spots. Fusilade is a grass killer. It will kill all grasses at a high concentration. The concentration of Fusilade sprayed determines if it kills the Bermuda grass growing in a fescue lawn without damaging the fescue. So spraying Fusilade at exactly the correct concentration is very important. It is best sprayed in a fescue lawn in late September or October. As a warning, it is normal to see the fescue lawn becoming yellowish after it is sprayed with Fusilade. Be sure to follow the label directions exactly. Preventing Bermuda grass from getting established in a lawn is the most effective way to control it in a fescue lawn. Keep the mowing height above 2 inches. Mowing too short encourages Bermuda grass invasion. Keep lawns dense and thick. Dense and thick lawns are encouraged by regularly fertilizing, mowing high and using the right kind of fertilizer. Lawns in our climate should receive fertilizer applied at least four times each year: Memorial Day, Labor Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving. Clean mowers before they are used. A strong stream of water from a hose that cleans the blades and deck is necessary each time you mow. Avoid line trimmers to edge a lawn. If it must be used, never cut the edge of the grass at an angle or use line trimmers around trees or sprinklers. Bob Morris is a horticulture expert and UNLV professor emeritus. Visit his blog at xtremehorticulture.blogspot.com. Send questions to Extremehort@aol.com. | Annual weeds are the easiest to control with a hoe. Flame weeders use fire from propane tanks to kill weeds, but they will melt plastic. Weeds growing in rock are best killed with a flame weeder, Bob Morris says. He says to get good control, get rid of weeds weekly, very soon after they are seen. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-columns/bob-morris/what-is-the-best-way-to-control-weeds-n-las-vegas-2344049/ | 0.187689 |
Is red light therapy an anti-aging and hair regrowth miracle? | Last year felt a lot like an episode of "The Twilight Zone." It felt like a particularly bizarre and sadistic episode that involved DIY toilet paper and black market bleach. But, it also provided a rare glimpse into the real lives of, well, everyone. A-list celebrities Instagram feeds became a voyeuristic buffet of sweat pants, gray roots, and unkempt beards. Contrarily, celebrities also doubled down on their anti-aging skincare routines by wearing creepy glowing masks that can only be described as equal parts Jason Voorhees, Kabuki, Jack-O-lantern, "Eyes Wide Shut," and Lucha libre. Hear us out. Chrissy Teigen, Gigi Hadid, Jessica Alba, January Jones, and Victoria Beckham are just a handful of the famous beauties who are going public with their love of red light therapy, often in the form of illuminated masks. Red light therapy devices are either handheld or facemasks that emit light within the visible red spectrum. Red light has been shown to offer several benefits in the skin, providing anti-inflammatory effects and stimulating collagen production. This ultimately strengthens the foundation of the skin to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, explains Dr. Jacob Zeicher, Associate Professor of Dermatology and the Director of Cosmetic & Clinical Research in Dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital. While the scientific explanation is pretty heavy, the gist is simple. Different wavelengths (aka colors) of the visible light spectrum penetrate the skin at different depths and have unique biological effects. Red light is absorbed by mitochondria and creates energy that triggers reparative activity in the form of increased circulation, collagen production, and protection of existing collagen and elastin. Dr. Zeichner says these benefits extend beyond the face, There is emerging data on the use of red light therapy for thinning hair. The thought is that red light enhances the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the scalp to encourage optimal functioning of the hair follicles. Many at-home LED light therapy devices can combine the anti-aging, hair regrowth magic of red light with other beneficial colors to tackle a variety of skin concerns. Blue light can help heal and prevent acne by blasting bacteria, while infrared light is used for deep muscle recovery and to combat joint inflammation, while the rest of the rainbow is a boasting a laundry list of effects. And now, LED light therapy is no longer limited to spas and doctors offices, anyone can get glowing, younger-looking skin and thicker hair without ever leaving their couch. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare SpectraLite FaceWare Pro The SpectraLite from Dr. Dennis Gross boasts a whopping 162 LED lights in a blend of skin-plumping red and blemish-busting blue for dual benefits. Dr. Zeichner says that SpectraLites high-energy LED bulbs provide a professional quality treatment that enhances the production of collagen and elastin fibers. And, its FDA-cleared! SolaWave Wand Achieve more youthful-looking skin in just five minutes a day with the 4-in-1 SolaWave Wand. The handheld, rechargeable device combines the anti-aging benefits of red light, heat, microcurrent, and massage to encourage collagen production to visibly plump skin, improve texture, and minimize wrinkles. iRestore Laser Hair Growth System iRestore Laser Hair Growth System - amazon.com 495.00 Shop Now Backed by a clinical study (and thousands of good reviews) the iRestore is one of the most affordable red light systems for thicker, fuller, healthier hair. The safe and non-invasive cap has 51 medical-grade red lights and lasers that are absorbed by hair follicles and skin, increasing circulation and promoting growth. REVIAN RED Hair Growth System REVIAN RED Hair Growth System - revian.com 995.00 Shop Now REVIAN RED uses two wavelengths of LED light (620nm and 660nm) to stimulate the release of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide increases local blood flow, reduces inflammation, and inhibits DHT production, a hormone that contributes to hair thinning and hair loss. Dr. Zeichner recommends this system to his patients with thinning hair, The REVIAN RED Hair Growth System has an immense band of dual red and orange lights and has published clinical data showing improvement in hair density. LightStim for Acne LightStim for Acne - dermstore.com 169.00 Shop Now Sadly, the woes of aging and acne are not mutually exclusive, but with LightStim for Acne, you can address both concerns quickly and effectively. Just a 3-minute treatment with the combination of red and blue lights destroys blemish-causing bacteria, calms and heals by reducing inflammation, and stimulates collagen production for clearer, more youthful skin. Pure Daily Care Luma Pure Daily Care Luma - 4 in 1 Skin Therapy Wand - amazon.com 79.95 Shop Now The Pure Daily Care Luma targets wrinkles, acne, and hyperpigmentation with red, blue, AND green LED light modes. Green light evens skin tone and brightens by breaking up melanin clusters. And, the Luma ups the ante with the addition of three more features massage for increased circulation, bio-wave to firm, and +/- ionic technology to extract impurities and to help skin absorb serums and creams. Trophy Skin RejuvaliteMD Trophy Skin RejuvaliteMD Red Light Therapy Lamp - amazon.com 249.00 Shop Now Get four times the benefits in each treatment with the RejuvaliteMD. The lamp delivers four wavelengths red (660nm), yellow (590nm), amber (630nm), and infrared (880nm) light for collagen and elastin production, improvement in wrinkles and skin tone, reduced inflammation, and skin cell renewal. Translation: Better skin on your face, neck, and body! Deep Red LED Light Bulb ABI LED Light Bulb for Red Light Therapy, 660nm Deep Red, 54W Class - amazon.com 39.95 Shop Now For the benefits of deep red light without the cost of a mask or handheld device, pick up this LED red bulb and install it into a lamp you already own. It provides an effective wavelength of 660nm that penetrates skin cells to trigger collagen and elastin production while reducing inflammation and redness. And, you can use it to stimulate hair growth. Red and Infrared Light Panel 45W Red LED Light Therapy Panel - amazon.com 84.99 Shop Now Because of its long wavelength, infrared light penetrates deep into muscle tissue to help cells repair and regenerate. This panels combination of near-infrared and deep red LED lights can help improve skin, promote healing, and relieve pain from inflamed muscles and joints. Red LED Clamp Light Led Red Light Lamp for 660nm Red Light Device Set with Stand for Skin - amazon.com 88.99 Shop Now This cost-effective clamp light does the job of more expensive devices at a fraction of the price. The 660nm red wavelength is perfect for anti-aging and targeting thinning hair, hands-free. 2-Pack Flexible Eye Protection 2 pack EVO FLEX Sunnies Flexible Tanning Bed Goggles Eye Protection UV Glasses - amazon.com 6.42 Shop Now Protect your eyes while using LED light therapy with inexpensive tanning goggles. | Red light therapy has been shown to offer several benefits in the skin. Many at-home LED light therapy devices combine the anti-aging, hair regrowth magic of red light with other beneficial colors to tackle a variety of skin concerns. | bart | 1 | https://www.sfgate.com/shopping/article/benefits-of-red-light-therapy-for-anti-aging-16147441.php | 0.368144 |
Is red light therapy an anti-aging and hair regrowth miracle? | Last year felt a lot like an episode of "The Twilight Zone." It felt like a particularly bizarre and sadistic episode that involved DIY toilet paper and black market bleach. But, it also provided a rare glimpse into the real lives of, well, everyone. A-list celebrities Instagram feeds became a voyeuristic buffet of sweat pants, gray roots, and unkempt beards. Contrarily, celebrities also doubled down on their anti-aging skincare routines by wearing creepy glowing masks that can only be described as equal parts Jason Voorhees, Kabuki, Jack-O-lantern, "Eyes Wide Shut," and Lucha libre. Hear us out. Chrissy Teigen, Gigi Hadid, Jessica Alba, January Jones, and Victoria Beckham are just a handful of the famous beauties who are going public with their love of red light therapy, often in the form of illuminated masks. Red light therapy devices are either handheld or facemasks that emit light within the visible red spectrum. Red light has been shown to offer several benefits in the skin, providing anti-inflammatory effects and stimulating collagen production. This ultimately strengthens the foundation of the skin to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, explains Dr. Jacob Zeicher, Associate Professor of Dermatology and the Director of Cosmetic & Clinical Research in Dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital. While the scientific explanation is pretty heavy, the gist is simple. Different wavelengths (aka colors) of the visible light spectrum penetrate the skin at different depths and have unique biological effects. Red light is absorbed by mitochondria and creates energy that triggers reparative activity in the form of increased circulation, collagen production, and protection of existing collagen and elastin. Dr. Zeichner says these benefits extend beyond the face, There is emerging data on the use of red light therapy for thinning hair. The thought is that red light enhances the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the scalp to encourage optimal functioning of the hair follicles. Many at-home LED light therapy devices can combine the anti-aging, hair regrowth magic of red light with other beneficial colors to tackle a variety of skin concerns. Blue light can help heal and prevent acne by blasting bacteria, while infrared light is used for deep muscle recovery and to combat joint inflammation, while the rest of the rainbow is a boasting a laundry list of effects. And now, LED light therapy is no longer limited to spas and doctors offices, anyone can get glowing, younger-looking skin and thicker hair without ever leaving their couch. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare SpectraLite FaceWare Pro The SpectraLite from Dr. Dennis Gross boasts a whopping 162 LED lights in a blend of skin-plumping red and blemish-busting blue for dual benefits. Dr. Zeichner says that SpectraLites high-energy LED bulbs provide a professional quality treatment that enhances the production of collagen and elastin fibers. And, its FDA-cleared! SolaWave Wand Achieve more youthful-looking skin in just five minutes a day with the 4-in-1 SolaWave Wand. The handheld, rechargeable device combines the anti-aging benefits of red light, heat, microcurrent, and massage to encourage collagen production to visibly plump skin, improve texture, and minimize wrinkles. iRestore Laser Hair Growth System iRestore Laser Hair Growth System - amazon.com 495.00 Shop Now Backed by a clinical study (and thousands of good reviews) the iRestore is one of the most affordable red light systems for thicker, fuller, healthier hair. The safe and non-invasive cap has 51 medical-grade red lights and lasers that are absorbed by hair follicles and skin, increasing circulation and promoting growth. REVIAN RED Hair Growth System REVIAN RED Hair Growth System - revian.com 995.00 Shop Now REVIAN RED uses two wavelengths of LED light (620nm and 660nm) to stimulate the release of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide increases local blood flow, reduces inflammation, and inhibits DHT production, a hormone that contributes to hair thinning and hair loss. Dr. Zeichner recommends this system to his patients with thinning hair, The REVIAN RED Hair Growth System has an immense band of dual red and orange lights and has published clinical data showing improvement in hair density. LightStim for Acne LightStim for Acne - dermstore.com 169.00 Shop Now Sadly, the woes of aging and acne are not mutually exclusive, but with LightStim for Acne, you can address both concerns quickly and effectively. Just a 3-minute treatment with the combination of red and blue lights destroys blemish-causing bacteria, calms and heals by reducing inflammation, and stimulates collagen production for clearer, more youthful skin. Pure Daily Care Luma Pure Daily Care Luma - 4 in 1 Skin Therapy Wand - amazon.com 79.95 Shop Now The Pure Daily Care Luma targets wrinkles, acne, and hyperpigmentation with red, blue, AND green LED light modes. Green light evens skin tone and brightens by breaking up melanin clusters. And, the Luma ups the ante with the addition of three more features massage for increased circulation, bio-wave to firm, and +/- ionic technology to extract impurities and to help skin absorb serums and creams. Trophy Skin RejuvaliteMD Trophy Skin RejuvaliteMD Red Light Therapy Lamp - amazon.com 249.00 Shop Now Get four times the benefits in each treatment with the RejuvaliteMD. The lamp delivers four wavelengths red (660nm), yellow (590nm), amber (630nm), and infrared (880nm) light for collagen and elastin production, improvement in wrinkles and skin tone, reduced inflammation, and skin cell renewal. Translation: Better skin on your face, neck, and body! Deep Red LED Light Bulb ABI LED Light Bulb for Red Light Therapy, 660nm Deep Red, 54W Class - amazon.com 39.95 Shop Now For the benefits of deep red light without the cost of a mask or handheld device, pick up this LED red bulb and install it into a lamp you already own. It provides an effective wavelength of 660nm that penetrates skin cells to trigger collagen and elastin production while reducing inflammation and redness. And, you can use it to stimulate hair growth. Red and Infrared Light Panel 45W Red LED Light Therapy Panel - amazon.com 84.99 Shop Now Because of its long wavelength, infrared light penetrates deep into muscle tissue to help cells repair and regenerate. This panels combination of near-infrared and deep red LED lights can help improve skin, promote healing, and relieve pain from inflamed muscles and joints. Red LED Clamp Light Led Red Light Lamp for 660nm Red Light Device Set with Stand for Skin - amazon.com 88.99 Shop Now This cost-effective clamp light does the job of more expensive devices at a fraction of the price. The 660nm red wavelength is perfect for anti-aging and targeting thinning hair, hands-free. 2-Pack Flexible Eye Protection 2 pack EVO FLEX Sunnies Flexible Tanning Bed Goggles Eye Protection UV Glasses - amazon.com 6.42 Shop Now Protect your eyes while using LED light therapy with inexpensive tanning goggles. | Celebrities are using red light therapy to improve their skin and hair. Red light has been shown to offer several benefits in the skin. At-home LED light therapy devices can combine the anti-aging, hair regrowth magic of red light with other beneficial colors to tackle a variety of skin concerns. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.sfgate.com/shopping/article/benefits-of-red-light-therapy-for-anti-aging-16147441.php | 0.304843 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Coca-Cola Company (KO)? | After several tireless days we have finished crunching the numbers from nearly 900 13F filings issued by the elite hedge funds and other investment firms that we track at Insider Monkey, which disclosed those firms' equity portfolios as of December 31st. The results of that effort will be put on display in this article, as we share valuable insight into the smart money sentiment towards The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO). The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) shareholders have witnessed an increase in enthusiasm from smart money lately. The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) was in 62 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The all time high for this statistic is 62. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that KO isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). Hedge funds' reputation as shrewd investors has been tarnished in the last decade as their hedged returns couldn't keep up with the unhedged returns of the market indices. Our research has shown that hedge funds' small-cap stock picks managed to beat the market by double digits annually between 1999 and 2016, but the margin of outperformance has been declining in recent years. Nevertheless, we were still able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that outperformed the S&P 500 ETFs by 124 percentage points since March 2017 (see the details here). We were also able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that underperformed the market by 10 percentage points annually between 2006 and 2017. Interestingly the margin of underperformance of these stocks has been increasing in recent years. Investors who are long the market and short these stocks would have returned more than 27% annually between 2015 and 2017. We have been tracking and sharing the list of these stocks since February 2017 in our quarterly newsletter. Story continues BRIDGEWATER ASSOCIATES At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Now we're going to review the latest hedge fund action regarding The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO). At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 62 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were long this stock, a change of 3% from one quarter earlier. By comparison, 51 hedge funds held shares or bullish call options in KO a year ago. With hedgies' positions undergoing their usual ebb and flow, there exists an "upper tier" of key hedge fund managers who were adding to their holdings meaningfully (or already accumulated large positions). More specifically, Berkshire Hathaway was the largest shareholder of The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO), with a stake worth $21936 million reported as of the end of December. Trailing Berkshire Hathaway was Yacktman Asset Management, which amassed a stake valued at $351.2 million. D E Shaw, Bridgewater Associates, and Adage Capital Management were also very fond of the stock, becoming one of the largest hedge fund holders of the company. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position Berkshire Hathaway allocated the biggest weight to The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO), around 8.13% of its 13F portfolio. Franklin Street Capital is also relatively very bullish on the stock, earmarking 7.39 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to KO. With a general bullishness amongst the heavyweights, some big names were leading the bulls' herd. Balyasny Asset Management, managed by Dmitry Balyasny, assembled the largest position in The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO). Balyasny Asset Management had $133.4 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Brandon Haley's Holocene Advisors also initiated a $119.2 million position during the quarter. The other funds with new positions in the stock are Parvinder Thiara's Athanor Capital, Mark R. Freeman's Socorro Asset Management, and Minhua Zhang's Weld Capital Management. Let's go over hedge fund activity in other stocks - not necessarily in the same industry as The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) but similarly valued. These stocks are NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE), Pinduoduo Inc. (NASDAQ:PDD), Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE:TM), Novartis AG (NYSE:NVS), Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK), ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML), and PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE:PEP). All of these stocks' market caps are closest to KO's market cap. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position NKE,82,6285513,7 PDD,54,10528058,20 TM,11,797163,-1 NVS,23,1680463,-2 MRK,82,7171072,2 ASML,30,2976227,7 PEP,56,4288005,4 Average,48.3,4818072,5.3 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 48.3 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $4818 million. That figure was $24683 million in KO's case. NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE:TM) is the least popular one with only 11 bullish hedge fund positions. The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for KO is 72.9. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. This is a slightly positive signal but we'd rather spend our time researching stocks that hedge funds are piling on. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and beat the market again by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately KO wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on KO were disappointed as the stock returned -0.7% since the end of December (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as many of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Coca Cola Co (NYSE:KO) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | The Coca-Cola Company ( NYSE:KO) was in 62 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. | pegasus | 1 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-coca-201708242.html | 0.1133 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Coca-Cola Company (KO)? | After several tireless days we have finished crunching the numbers from nearly 900 13F filings issued by the elite hedge funds and other investment firms that we track at Insider Monkey, which disclosed those firms' equity portfolios as of December 31st. The results of that effort will be put on display in this article, as we share valuable insight into the smart money sentiment towards The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO). The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) shareholders have witnessed an increase in enthusiasm from smart money lately. The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) was in 62 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The all time high for this statistic is 62. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that KO isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). Hedge funds' reputation as shrewd investors has been tarnished in the last decade as their hedged returns couldn't keep up with the unhedged returns of the market indices. Our research has shown that hedge funds' small-cap stock picks managed to beat the market by double digits annually between 1999 and 2016, but the margin of outperformance has been declining in recent years. Nevertheless, we were still able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that outperformed the S&P 500 ETFs by 124 percentage points since March 2017 (see the details here). We were also able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that underperformed the market by 10 percentage points annually between 2006 and 2017. Interestingly the margin of underperformance of these stocks has been increasing in recent years. Investors who are long the market and short these stocks would have returned more than 27% annually between 2015 and 2017. We have been tracking and sharing the list of these stocks since February 2017 in our quarterly newsletter. Story continues BRIDGEWATER ASSOCIATES At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Now we're going to review the latest hedge fund action regarding The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO). At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 62 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were long this stock, a change of 3% from one quarter earlier. By comparison, 51 hedge funds held shares or bullish call options in KO a year ago. With hedgies' positions undergoing their usual ebb and flow, there exists an "upper tier" of key hedge fund managers who were adding to their holdings meaningfully (or already accumulated large positions). More specifically, Berkshire Hathaway was the largest shareholder of The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO), with a stake worth $21936 million reported as of the end of December. Trailing Berkshire Hathaway was Yacktman Asset Management, which amassed a stake valued at $351.2 million. D E Shaw, Bridgewater Associates, and Adage Capital Management were also very fond of the stock, becoming one of the largest hedge fund holders of the company. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position Berkshire Hathaway allocated the biggest weight to The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO), around 8.13% of its 13F portfolio. Franklin Street Capital is also relatively very bullish on the stock, earmarking 7.39 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to KO. With a general bullishness amongst the heavyweights, some big names were leading the bulls' herd. Balyasny Asset Management, managed by Dmitry Balyasny, assembled the largest position in The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO). Balyasny Asset Management had $133.4 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Brandon Haley's Holocene Advisors also initiated a $119.2 million position during the quarter. The other funds with new positions in the stock are Parvinder Thiara's Athanor Capital, Mark R. Freeman's Socorro Asset Management, and Minhua Zhang's Weld Capital Management. Let's go over hedge fund activity in other stocks - not necessarily in the same industry as The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) but similarly valued. These stocks are NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE), Pinduoduo Inc. (NASDAQ:PDD), Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE:TM), Novartis AG (NYSE:NVS), Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK), ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML), and PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE:PEP). All of these stocks' market caps are closest to KO's market cap. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position NKE,82,6285513,7 PDD,54,10528058,20 TM,11,797163,-1 NVS,23,1680463,-2 MRK,82,7171072,2 ASML,30,2976227,7 PEP,56,4288005,4 Average,48.3,4818072,5.3 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 48.3 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $4818 million. That figure was $24683 million in KO's case. NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE:TM) is the least popular one with only 11 bullish hedge fund positions. The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for KO is 72.9. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. This is a slightly positive signal but we'd rather spend our time researching stocks that hedge funds are piling on. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and beat the market again by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately KO wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on KO were disappointed as the stock returned -0.7% since the end of December (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as many of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Coca Cola Co (NYSE:KO) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) is in 62 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. KO isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings) Berkshire Hathaway was the largest shareholder of the company. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-coca-201708242.html | 0.139773 |
What do anonymous Arizona election audit donors get for their investment (besides access)? | Its bad enough that what is supposed to be an official state audit of Arizonas election results is being paid for by well, we dont really know who is really footing the bill. Bad enough that hidden people with a private interest in the outcome of this official state audit are picking up the tab. Now the Arizona Senate is actually promoting a dark money groups fundraising campaign to send money privately, of course to the private firm conducting this official state audit. Consider this tweet, pinned since last week to the top of the Twitter account of @ArizonaAudit, the Official account of the Arizona Senate for the Maricopa County 2020 forensic election audit. Private election funding is illegal, except ... Let me say that again. The Senate which earlier this year approved a bill that would ban private funding for elections is promoting a campaign to raise private funds to audit the election. Ken Bennett, the Senates liaison to the audit, told me he doesnt know who is donating the funds but said the Senate audits Twitter feed should not be promoting it. No, that should not be the pinned tweet. Im trying to fix that right now, he told me. Bennett acknowledged that he also has promoted the fundraising drive, both in a press conference and a video, because the Senates $150,000 falls woefully short of what is needed to do the audit. I would prefer all of the audit costs to come out of the Senate contract and go through the states general fund, he said. But thats not how it happened. The private fundraising drives website, run by a Florida-based dark money group called The America Project, claims to have raised more than $1.2 million of its $2.8 million goal. But this is not the only campaign raising funds to pay the Senates auditor, a Trump supporter who believes the election was stolen. Dont know. Dont know. (We do know that former Overstock founder Patrick Byrne, who claims he can prove Trump won the election, has kicked in $1 million.) This one, I can answer: Oh, %$#$ no. And yet it doesnt seem to bother Bennett, a former secretary of state who once oversaw campaign spending. So far, I believe with complete confidence that the source of funding is not affecting what is happening in the audit, he told me. We are doing it right out there for everybody to see. Yeah, as long as you have binoculars or X-ray vision to check out what they are doing behind closed doors with the Dominion Voting Systems equipment. Despite Bennetts confidence that everything is A-OK, it is less transparent to the rest of us that transparency is the order of the day. are getting in exchange for their platinum-level donations. Access, certainly. On Monday morning, the Arizona press corps had its usual pool of three journalists in stands at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum, a reporter, a videographer and a photographer. Apparently, this 14,870-seat arena only has room for three members of the media to watch as people like former GOP Rep. Anthony Kern who actually posed for a picture on the steps of the nations Capitol on the day of the Trump insurrection recount our ballots. OANN gets its own seat at the table And yet there apparently is room for one more "reporter" if you happen to be a big contributor to the bank account of Cyber Ninjas, the Florida firm that is auditing the election. It seems the far-right One America News Network has its own reserved spot at the Coliseum. No relying on pool reports for OANN reporter Christina Bobb, a former Trump administration official who is also raising money to help pay for the audit. Bennett insists that OANN isn't getting special access but instead is part of a separate rotation of national and international news organizations. "It has nothing to do with whether shes raised money for it (the audit) or not," he said. "If CNN or Tokyo News wanted to have somebody in there, I'd put anyone else in the rotation until we maxxed out the three slots." In other words, OANN is a party of one, allowed to be there all day every day while all of Arizona's media outlets are limited to one reporter at a time. By the way, it took only until Day 3 of the audit for OANN to report that evidence of systematic fraud has already started to show. You get what you pay for, I guess. Besides access, that is. Reach Roberts at laurie.roberts@arizonarepublic.com. Follow her on Twitter at @LaurieRoberts. Support local journalism:Subscribe to azcentral.com today. | Ruben Navarrette: What do anonymous Arizona election audit donors get for their investment (besides access)? He says the Arizona Senate is promoting a campaign to raise private funds to audit the election. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/opinion/op-ed/laurieroberts/2021/05/03/what-arizona-election-audit-anonymous-donors-getting-for-donation/4926516001/ | 0.42711 |
What do anonymous Arizona election audit donors get for their investment (besides access)? | Its bad enough that what is supposed to be an official state audit of Arizonas election results is being paid for by well, we dont really know who is really footing the bill. Bad enough that hidden people with a private interest in the outcome of this official state audit are picking up the tab. Now the Arizona Senate is actually promoting a dark money groups fundraising campaign to send money privately, of course to the private firm conducting this official state audit. Consider this tweet, pinned since last week to the top of the Twitter account of @ArizonaAudit, the Official account of the Arizona Senate for the Maricopa County 2020 forensic election audit. Private election funding is illegal, except ... Let me say that again. The Senate which earlier this year approved a bill that would ban private funding for elections is promoting a campaign to raise private funds to audit the election. Ken Bennett, the Senates liaison to the audit, told me he doesnt know who is donating the funds but said the Senate audits Twitter feed should not be promoting it. No, that should not be the pinned tweet. Im trying to fix that right now, he told me. Bennett acknowledged that he also has promoted the fundraising drive, both in a press conference and a video, because the Senates $150,000 falls woefully short of what is needed to do the audit. I would prefer all of the audit costs to come out of the Senate contract and go through the states general fund, he said. But thats not how it happened. The private fundraising drives website, run by a Florida-based dark money group called The America Project, claims to have raised more than $1.2 million of its $2.8 million goal. But this is not the only campaign raising funds to pay the Senates auditor, a Trump supporter who believes the election was stolen. Dont know. Dont know. (We do know that former Overstock founder Patrick Byrne, who claims he can prove Trump won the election, has kicked in $1 million.) This one, I can answer: Oh, %$#$ no. And yet it doesnt seem to bother Bennett, a former secretary of state who once oversaw campaign spending. So far, I believe with complete confidence that the source of funding is not affecting what is happening in the audit, he told me. We are doing it right out there for everybody to see. Yeah, as long as you have binoculars or X-ray vision to check out what they are doing behind closed doors with the Dominion Voting Systems equipment. Despite Bennetts confidence that everything is A-OK, it is less transparent to the rest of us that transparency is the order of the day. are getting in exchange for their platinum-level donations. Access, certainly. On Monday morning, the Arizona press corps had its usual pool of three journalists in stands at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum, a reporter, a videographer and a photographer. Apparently, this 14,870-seat arena only has room for three members of the media to watch as people like former GOP Rep. Anthony Kern who actually posed for a picture on the steps of the nations Capitol on the day of the Trump insurrection recount our ballots. OANN gets its own seat at the table And yet there apparently is room for one more "reporter" if you happen to be a big contributor to the bank account of Cyber Ninjas, the Florida firm that is auditing the election. It seems the far-right One America News Network has its own reserved spot at the Coliseum. No relying on pool reports for OANN reporter Christina Bobb, a former Trump administration official who is also raising money to help pay for the audit. Bennett insists that OANN isn't getting special access but instead is part of a separate rotation of national and international news organizations. "It has nothing to do with whether shes raised money for it (the audit) or not," he said. "If CNN or Tokyo News wanted to have somebody in there, I'd put anyone else in the rotation until we maxxed out the three slots." In other words, OANN is a party of one, allowed to be there all day every day while all of Arizona's media outlets are limited to one reporter at a time. By the way, it took only until Day 3 of the audit for OANN to report that evidence of systematic fraud has already started to show. You get what you pay for, I guess. Besides access, that is. Reach Roberts at laurie.roberts@arizonarepublic.com. Follow her on Twitter at @LaurieRoberts. Support local journalism:Subscribe to azcentral.com today. | Ruben Navarrette: What do anonymous Arizona election audit donors get for their investment (besides access)? He says the Arizona Senate is promoting a campaign to raise private funds to audit the election. He says it's bad enough that people with a private interest in the outcome of this official state audit are picking up the tab. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/opinion/op-ed/laurieroberts/2021/05/03/what-arizona-election-audit-anonymous-donors-getting-for-donation/4926516001/ | 0.630429 |
Can Kim Janey act her way into the job? | I think Andrea [Campbell] is great. And had Marty [Walsh] not left I would be supporting her. BUT now that we have a Black female in the seat, what is the purpose of changing, Taylor wrote in an e-mail that landed in some of Campbells supporters inboxes. That notion reflects some of the limited and demeaning thinking circulating in the city as the mayoral race heats up. And it also speaks to the built-in advantages of incumbency in this case acting incumbency. Advertisement The Black female Taylor was referring to is Kim Janey, who became acting mayor per the Boston city charter stating that the city council president steps in should the mayoral role become vacant. Janey was sworn in when Marty Walsh left the post to become labor secretary in late March. Taylors e-mail reflects the outdated, pervasive mentality that says politically underrepresented communities of color must coalesce behind a single candidate of color in order for him or her to be successful at the ballot box. Thats as antidemocratic as it is insulting. Taylors note said that Janey is demonstrating that she can do the job but didnt offer any examples or further reasoning other than to say shes already in the seat. As for Campbell, Taylor suggested she should be appointed to fill the Suffolk district attorneys post in the event that Rachael Rollins is nominated for US attorney for the district of Massachusetts. Taylor called that a win/win two Black women in high-level positions, regardless of who they are and what exactly they stand for. Advertisement Both Janey and Campbell denounced Taylors e-mail. Im offended by this idea that all Black women are all the same, Campbell said in an interview. Janey, who a campaign spokesperson said was unavailable for an interview, said via a statement: [T]he email in question in no way reflects my views or values. I disagree with the notion that there can be only one candidate or that multiple Black candidates are somehow harmful. In case one needs proof of how different two Black female candidates can be, one only has to watch them on the campaign trail. Campbell, who launched her mayoral campaign in September, has proposals on a range of issues, such as police reform, public education, and the opioid crisis. In contrast, voters have heard little about Janeys vision for a full mayoral term. She announced she was running a month ago, and her website is still light on policy proposals (those are coming, a Janey campaign spokesperson told me). Janey also skipped two recent mayoral forums, missing key opportunities to talk directly to voters interested in learning the differences among the candidates. Along with the rest of the field, Janey was confirmed as of Monday to attend an NAACP mayoral forum on racial justice scheduled for Thursday evening. Take Boston police reform as an example of an issue that illuminates some disagreements between Janey and Campbell. In her city budget for next fiscal year, Janeys police spending plan of $400 million represents a small cut of just $4 million from last years budget. That is less than the 10 percent reduction she called for last year, as city council president, in a letter to then-mayor Walsh. Meanwhile, Campbell supports a reduction of at least $50 million in the police budget. Advertisement As a councilor, perhaps Janeys most notable victory was her success in pushing for equity in the local marijuana industry. Before being elected to the city council, she spent years working in public education as an advocate. As such, she regularly attended school committee meetings, and she has deep knowledge about the district. Without question, the mayoral seat has given Janey an advantage. But voters havent had much chance to learn more about her vision or what shes selling to get elected. Yes, there are still four months left in the race. But to fully reject Taylors thinking that any Black woman will do, Janey ought to start presenting to voters a fuller picture of what she wants to accomplish other than just playing the role of mayor. Marcela Garca can be reached at marcela.garcia@globe.com. Follow her on Twitter @marcela_elisa. | Andrea Campbell launched her mayoral campaign in September. Kim Janey became acting mayor when Marty Walsh left the post to become labor secretary. | pegasus | 0 | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/05/03/opinion/can-kim-janey-act-her-way-into-job/ | 0.508948 |
Can Kim Janey act her way into the job? | I think Andrea [Campbell] is great. And had Marty [Walsh] not left I would be supporting her. BUT now that we have a Black female in the seat, what is the purpose of changing, Taylor wrote in an e-mail that landed in some of Campbells supporters inboxes. That notion reflects some of the limited and demeaning thinking circulating in the city as the mayoral race heats up. And it also speaks to the built-in advantages of incumbency in this case acting incumbency. Advertisement The Black female Taylor was referring to is Kim Janey, who became acting mayor per the Boston city charter stating that the city council president steps in should the mayoral role become vacant. Janey was sworn in when Marty Walsh left the post to become labor secretary in late March. Taylors e-mail reflects the outdated, pervasive mentality that says politically underrepresented communities of color must coalesce behind a single candidate of color in order for him or her to be successful at the ballot box. Thats as antidemocratic as it is insulting. Taylors note said that Janey is demonstrating that she can do the job but didnt offer any examples or further reasoning other than to say shes already in the seat. As for Campbell, Taylor suggested she should be appointed to fill the Suffolk district attorneys post in the event that Rachael Rollins is nominated for US attorney for the district of Massachusetts. Taylor called that a win/win two Black women in high-level positions, regardless of who they are and what exactly they stand for. Advertisement Both Janey and Campbell denounced Taylors e-mail. Im offended by this idea that all Black women are all the same, Campbell said in an interview. Janey, who a campaign spokesperson said was unavailable for an interview, said via a statement: [T]he email in question in no way reflects my views or values. I disagree with the notion that there can be only one candidate or that multiple Black candidates are somehow harmful. In case one needs proof of how different two Black female candidates can be, one only has to watch them on the campaign trail. Campbell, who launched her mayoral campaign in September, has proposals on a range of issues, such as police reform, public education, and the opioid crisis. In contrast, voters have heard little about Janeys vision for a full mayoral term. She announced she was running a month ago, and her website is still light on policy proposals (those are coming, a Janey campaign spokesperson told me). Janey also skipped two recent mayoral forums, missing key opportunities to talk directly to voters interested in learning the differences among the candidates. Along with the rest of the field, Janey was confirmed as of Monday to attend an NAACP mayoral forum on racial justice scheduled for Thursday evening. Take Boston police reform as an example of an issue that illuminates some disagreements between Janey and Campbell. In her city budget for next fiscal year, Janeys police spending plan of $400 million represents a small cut of just $4 million from last years budget. That is less than the 10 percent reduction she called for last year, as city council president, in a letter to then-mayor Walsh. Meanwhile, Campbell supports a reduction of at least $50 million in the police budget. Advertisement As a councilor, perhaps Janeys most notable victory was her success in pushing for equity in the local marijuana industry. Before being elected to the city council, she spent years working in public education as an advocate. As such, she regularly attended school committee meetings, and she has deep knowledge about the district. Without question, the mayoral seat has given Janey an advantage. But voters havent had much chance to learn more about her vision or what shes selling to get elected. Yes, there are still four months left in the race. But to fully reject Taylors thinking that any Black woman will do, Janey ought to start presenting to voters a fuller picture of what she wants to accomplish other than just playing the role of mayor. Marcela Garca can be reached at marcela.garcia@globe.com. Follow her on Twitter @marcela_elisa. | Kim Janey was sworn in as Boston's acting mayor when Marty Walsh left the post. Andrea Campbell is running for the mayor's seat, and an e-mail from one of her supporters suggested she should be appointed to a high-level position. | bart | 1 | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/05/03/opinion/can-kim-janey-act-her-way-into-job/ | 0.444637 |
Can Kim Janey act her way into the job? | I think Andrea [Campbell] is great. And had Marty [Walsh] not left I would be supporting her. BUT now that we have a Black female in the seat, what is the purpose of changing, Taylor wrote in an e-mail that landed in some of Campbells supporters inboxes. That notion reflects some of the limited and demeaning thinking circulating in the city as the mayoral race heats up. And it also speaks to the built-in advantages of incumbency in this case acting incumbency. Advertisement The Black female Taylor was referring to is Kim Janey, who became acting mayor per the Boston city charter stating that the city council president steps in should the mayoral role become vacant. Janey was sworn in when Marty Walsh left the post to become labor secretary in late March. Taylors e-mail reflects the outdated, pervasive mentality that says politically underrepresented communities of color must coalesce behind a single candidate of color in order for him or her to be successful at the ballot box. Thats as antidemocratic as it is insulting. Taylors note said that Janey is demonstrating that she can do the job but didnt offer any examples or further reasoning other than to say shes already in the seat. As for Campbell, Taylor suggested she should be appointed to fill the Suffolk district attorneys post in the event that Rachael Rollins is nominated for US attorney for the district of Massachusetts. Taylor called that a win/win two Black women in high-level positions, regardless of who they are and what exactly they stand for. Advertisement Both Janey and Campbell denounced Taylors e-mail. Im offended by this idea that all Black women are all the same, Campbell said in an interview. Janey, who a campaign spokesperson said was unavailable for an interview, said via a statement: [T]he email in question in no way reflects my views or values. I disagree with the notion that there can be only one candidate or that multiple Black candidates are somehow harmful. In case one needs proof of how different two Black female candidates can be, one only has to watch them on the campaign trail. Campbell, who launched her mayoral campaign in September, has proposals on a range of issues, such as police reform, public education, and the opioid crisis. In contrast, voters have heard little about Janeys vision for a full mayoral term. She announced she was running a month ago, and her website is still light on policy proposals (those are coming, a Janey campaign spokesperson told me). Janey also skipped two recent mayoral forums, missing key opportunities to talk directly to voters interested in learning the differences among the candidates. Along with the rest of the field, Janey was confirmed as of Monday to attend an NAACP mayoral forum on racial justice scheduled for Thursday evening. Take Boston police reform as an example of an issue that illuminates some disagreements between Janey and Campbell. In her city budget for next fiscal year, Janeys police spending plan of $400 million represents a small cut of just $4 million from last years budget. That is less than the 10 percent reduction she called for last year, as city council president, in a letter to then-mayor Walsh. Meanwhile, Campbell supports a reduction of at least $50 million in the police budget. Advertisement As a councilor, perhaps Janeys most notable victory was her success in pushing for equity in the local marijuana industry. Before being elected to the city council, she spent years working in public education as an advocate. As such, she regularly attended school committee meetings, and she has deep knowledge about the district. Without question, the mayoral seat has given Janey an advantage. But voters havent had much chance to learn more about her vision or what shes selling to get elected. Yes, there are still four months left in the race. But to fully reject Taylors thinking that any Black woman will do, Janey ought to start presenting to voters a fuller picture of what she wants to accomplish other than just playing the role of mayor. Marcela Garca can be reached at marcela.garcia@globe.com. Follow her on Twitter @marcela_elisa. | Andrea Campbell launched her mayoral campaign in September. Kim Janey became acting mayor per the Boston city charter. Rick McGahey: Taylors e-mail reflects the outdated, pervasive mentality that says politically underrepresented communities of color must coalesce behind a single candidate of color. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/05/03/opinion/can-kim-janey-act-her-way-into-job/ | 0.585889 |
Was The Smart Money Right About Piling Into Carvana Co. (CVNA)? | After several tireless days we have finished crunching the numbers from nearly 900 13F filings issued by the elite hedge funds and other investment firms that we track at Insider Monkey, which disclosed those firms' equity portfolios as of December 31st. The results of that effort will be put on display in this article, as we share valuable insight into the smart money sentiment towards Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA). Money managers were turning bullish. The number of long hedge fund bets advanced by 10 in recent months. Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of December. The all time high for this statistic was previously 57. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that CVNA isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). There were 53 hedge funds in our database with CVNA positions at the end of the third quarter. Our research has shown that a select group of hedge fund holdings outperformed the S&P 500 ETFs by 124 percentage points since March 2017 (see the details here). That's why we believe hedge fund sentiment is an extremely useful indicator that investors should pay attention to. Christian Leone of Luxor Capital Group At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Keeping this in mind let's review the new hedge fund action regarding Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA). At Q4's end, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were long this stock, a change of 19% from the previous quarter. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards CVNA over the last 22 quarters. With the smart money's sentiment swirling, there exists an "upper tier" of key hedge fund managers who were increasing their stakes substantially (or already accumulated large positions). Of the funds tracked by Insider Monkey, Tiger Global Management LLC, managed by Chase Coleman, holds the number one position in Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA). Tiger Global Management LLC has a $1.4403 billion position in the stock, comprising 3.7% of its 13F portfolio. Sitting at the No. 2 spot is Spruce House Investment Management, managed by Zachary Sternberg and Benjamin Stein, which holds a $949.4 million position; the fund has 29.1% of its 13F portfolio invested in the stock. Some other hedge funds and institutional investors that hold long positions contain Daniel Sundheim's D1 Capital Partners, Clifford A. Sosin's CAS Investment Partners and Lone Pine Capital. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position CAS Investment Partners allocated the biggest weight to Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA), around 42.54% of its 13F portfolio. Spruce House Investment Management is also relatively very bullish on the stock, designating 29.05 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to CVNA. As aggregate interest increased, specific money managers have jumped into Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA) headfirst. Lone Pine Capital, established the most outsized position in Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA). Lone Pine Capital had $586.5 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Tom Purcell and Marco Tablada's Alua Capital Management also made a $167.9 million investment in the stock during the quarter. The following funds were also among the new CVNA investors: Christian Leone's Luxor Capital Group, Steve Cohen's Point72 Asset Management, and Paul Marshall and Ian Wace's Marshall Wace LLP. Let's now review hedge fund activity in other stocks similar to Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA). We will take a look at Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), CNOOC Limited (NYSE:CEO), Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS), Thomson Reuters Corporation (NYSE:TRI), Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD), Public Storage (NYSE:PSA), and Match Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:MTCH). This group of stocks' market valuations resemble CVNA's market valuation. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position BAX,42,2801959,-9 CEO,13,197301,-1 PINS,95,5840185,15 TRI,23,360755,4 GOLD,53,1751874,1 PSA,31,1038430,14 MTCH,72,3780895,11 Average,47,2253057,5 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 47 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $2253 million. That figure was $7072 million in CVNA's case. Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand CNOOC Limited (NYSE:CEO) is the least popular one with only 13 bullish hedge fund positions. Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for CVNA is 70.5. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and still beat the market by 1.6 percentage points. Hedge funds were also right about betting on CVNA as the stock returned 19.1% since the end of Q4 (through 4/30) and outperformed the market. Hedge funds were rewarded for their relative bullishness. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | Carvana Co. (NYSE:CVNA) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of December. Money managers were turning bullish. The number of long hedge fund bets advanced by 10 in recent months. Tiger Global Management LLC, managed by Chase Coleman, holds the number one position. | bart | 2 | https://news.yahoo.com/smart-money-piling-carvana-co-213039470.html | 0.102638 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Crown Holdings (CCK)? | Many prominent investors, including Warren Buffett, David Tepper and Stan Druckenmiller, have been cautious regarding the current bull market and missed out as the stock market reached another high in recent weeks. On the other hand, technology hedge funds weren't timid and registered double digit market beating gains. Financials, energy and industrial stocks initially suffered the most but many of these stocks delivered strong returns since November and hedge funds actually increased their positions in these stocks. In this article we will find out how hedge fund sentiment towards Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) changed recently. Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) investors should be aware of an increase in support from the world's most elite money managers in recent months. Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The all time high for this statistic was previously 58. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. There were 47 hedge funds in our database with CCK holdings at the end of September. Our calculations also showed that CCK isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). Hedge funds' reputation as shrewd investors has been tarnished in the last decade as their hedged returns couldn't keep up with the unhedged returns of the market indices. Hedge funds have more than $3.5 trillion in assets under management, so you can't expect their entire portfolios to beat the market by large margins. Our research was able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that outperformed the S&P 500 ETFs by more than 124 percentage points since March 2017 (see the details here). So you can still find a lot of gems by following hedge funds' moves today. Matthew Hulsizer PEAK6 Capital Matthew Hulsizer of PEAK6 Capital At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. With all of this in mind let's take a look at the fresh hedge fund action encompassing Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK). At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were bullish on this stock, a change of 34% from the previous quarter. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards CCK over the last 22 quarters. So, let's check out which hedge funds were among the top holders of the stock and which hedge funds were making big moves. More specifically, Lyrical Asset Management was the largest shareholder of Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK), with a stake worth $339.8 million reported as of the end of December. Trailing Lyrical Asset Management was Maverick Capital, which amassed a stake valued at $152.1 million. Southpoint Capital Advisors, Rivulet Capital, and Citadel Investment Group were also very fond of the stock, becoming one of the largest hedge fund holders of the company. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position SAYA Management allocated the biggest weight to Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK), around 17.37% of its 13F portfolio. Engle Capital is also relatively very bullish on the stock, earmarking 13.03 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to CCK. As industrywide interest jumped, key hedge funds were leading the bulls' herd. TOMS Capital, managed by Benjamin Pass, initiated the biggest position in Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK). TOMS Capital had $80.4 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Ben Jacobs's Anomaly Capital Management also made a $36.4 million investment in the stock during the quarter. The other funds with new positions in the stock are Eli Cohen's Crescent Park Management, Guy Shahar's DSAM Partners, and Brad Farber's Atika Capital. Let's go over hedge fund activity in other stocks - not necessarily in the same industry as Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) but similarly valued. We will take a look at Brookfield Property Partners LP (NYSE:BPY), Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO), ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON), Sarepta Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:SRPT), Cable One Inc (NYSE:CABO), Penn National Gaming, Inc (NASDAQ:PENN), and Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE:OMC). This group of stocks' market caps are similar to CCK's market cap. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position BPY,9,26137,1 BRO,29,931431,0 ON,45,1377409,16 SRPT,37,978493,2 CABO,17,827605,-6 PENN,41,1324598,-4 OMC,34,546941,0 Average,30.3,858945,1.3 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 30.3 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $859 million. That figure was $2030 million in CCK's case. ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Brookfield Property Partners LP (NYSE:BPY) is the least popular one with only 9 bullish hedge fund positions. Compared to these stocks Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) is more popular among hedge funds. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for CCK is 90. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and still beat the market by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately CCK wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on CCK were disappointed as the stock returned 9.8% since the end of the fourth quarter (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as most of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Crown Holdings Inc (NYSE:CCK) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were bullish on Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK). | pegasus | 1 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-crown-212955149.html | 0.126374 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Crown Holdings (CCK)? | Many prominent investors, including Warren Buffett, David Tepper and Stan Druckenmiller, have been cautious regarding the current bull market and missed out as the stock market reached another high in recent weeks. On the other hand, technology hedge funds weren't timid and registered double digit market beating gains. Financials, energy and industrial stocks initially suffered the most but many of these stocks delivered strong returns since November and hedge funds actually increased their positions in these stocks. In this article we will find out how hedge fund sentiment towards Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) changed recently. Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) investors should be aware of an increase in support from the world's most elite money managers in recent months. Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The all time high for this statistic was previously 58. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. There were 47 hedge funds in our database with CCK holdings at the end of September. Our calculations also showed that CCK isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). Hedge funds' reputation as shrewd investors has been tarnished in the last decade as their hedged returns couldn't keep up with the unhedged returns of the market indices. Hedge funds have more than $3.5 trillion in assets under management, so you can't expect their entire portfolios to beat the market by large margins. Our research was able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that outperformed the S&P 500 ETFs by more than 124 percentage points since March 2017 (see the details here). So you can still find a lot of gems by following hedge funds' moves today. Matthew Hulsizer PEAK6 Capital Matthew Hulsizer of PEAK6 Capital At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. With all of this in mind let's take a look at the fresh hedge fund action encompassing Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK). At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were bullish on this stock, a change of 34% from the previous quarter. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards CCK over the last 22 quarters. So, let's check out which hedge funds were among the top holders of the stock and which hedge funds were making big moves. More specifically, Lyrical Asset Management was the largest shareholder of Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK), with a stake worth $339.8 million reported as of the end of December. Trailing Lyrical Asset Management was Maverick Capital, which amassed a stake valued at $152.1 million. Southpoint Capital Advisors, Rivulet Capital, and Citadel Investment Group were also very fond of the stock, becoming one of the largest hedge fund holders of the company. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position SAYA Management allocated the biggest weight to Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK), around 17.37% of its 13F portfolio. Engle Capital is also relatively very bullish on the stock, earmarking 13.03 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to CCK. As industrywide interest jumped, key hedge funds were leading the bulls' herd. TOMS Capital, managed by Benjamin Pass, initiated the biggest position in Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK). TOMS Capital had $80.4 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Ben Jacobs's Anomaly Capital Management also made a $36.4 million investment in the stock during the quarter. The other funds with new positions in the stock are Eli Cohen's Crescent Park Management, Guy Shahar's DSAM Partners, and Brad Farber's Atika Capital. Let's go over hedge fund activity in other stocks - not necessarily in the same industry as Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) but similarly valued. We will take a look at Brookfield Property Partners LP (NYSE:BPY), Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO), ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON), Sarepta Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ:SRPT), Cable One Inc (NYSE:CABO), Penn National Gaming, Inc (NASDAQ:PENN), and Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE:OMC). This group of stocks' market caps are similar to CCK's market cap. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position BPY,9,26137,1 BRO,29,931431,0 ON,45,1377409,16 SRPT,37,978493,2 CABO,17,827605,-6 PENN,41,1324598,-4 OMC,34,546941,0 Average,30.3,858945,1.3 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 30.3 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $859 million. That figure was $2030 million in CCK's case. ON Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ:ON) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Brookfield Property Partners LP (NYSE:BPY) is the least popular one with only 9 bullish hedge fund positions. Compared to these stocks Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) is more popular among hedge funds. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for CCK is 90. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and still beat the market by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately CCK wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on CCK were disappointed as the stock returned 9.8% since the end of the fourth quarter (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as most of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Crown Holdings Inc (NYSE:CCK) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCK) investors should be aware of an increase in support from the world's most elite money managers in recent months. At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were bullish on this stock, a change of 34% from the previous quarter. | bart | 2 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-crown-212955149.html | 0.178433 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS)? | In this article we will check out the progression of hedge fund sentiment towards Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) and determine whether it is a good investment right now. We at Insider Monkey like to examine what billionaires and hedge funds think of a company before spending days of research on it. Given their 2 and 20 payment structure, hedge funds have more incentives and resources than the average investor. The funds have access to expert networks and get tips from industry insiders. They also employ numerous Ivy League graduates and MBAs. Like everyone else, hedge funds perform miserably at times, but their consensus picks have historically outperformed the market after risk adjustments. The smart money was turning bullish. The number of long hedge fund bets improved by 16 in recent months. Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The all time high for this statistic was previously 47. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that LVS isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). In the 21st century investors toolkit there are tons of indicators stock market investors use to analyze publicly traded companies. A duo of the best indicators are hedge fund and insider trading sentiment. Our experts have shown that, historically, those who follow the best picks of the elite fund managers can outclass the S&P 500 by a significant margin (see the details here). Also, our monthly newsletter's portfolio of long stock picks returned 197% since March 2017 (through March 2021) and beat the S&P 500 Index by 124 percentage points. You can download a sample issue of this newsletter on our website . Daniel Sundheim D1 Capital Daniel Sundheim of D1 Capital Partners At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Now let's take a look at the fresh hedge fund action surrounding Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS). At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock, a change of 34% from the third quarter of 2020. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards LVS over the last 22 quarters. With hedgies' capital changing hands, there exists an "upper tier" of noteworthy hedge fund managers who were boosting their stakes considerably (or already accumulated large positions). The largest stake in Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) was held by Melvin Capital Management, which reported holding $629.4 million worth of stock at the end of December. It was followed by D1 Capital Partners with a $318.3 million position. Other investors bullish on the company included Palestra Capital Management, Point72 Asset Management, and Citadel Investment Group. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position Cumberland Associates / Springowl Associates allocated the biggest weight to Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS), around 18.08% of its 13F portfolio. 1060 Capital Management is also relatively very bullish on the stock, earmarking 9.42 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to LVS. With a general bullishness amongst the heavyweights, key money managers have been driving this bullishness. Palestra Capital Management, managed by Andrew Immerman and Jeremy Schiffman, assembled the largest position in Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS). Palestra Capital Management had $193.1 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Alexander Mitchell's Scopus Asset Management also initiated a $123.7 million position during the quarter. The following funds were also among the new LVS investors: Daniel S. Och's OZ Management, Robert Pitts's Steadfast Capital Management, and Amit Nitin Doshi's Harbor Spring Capital. Let's check out hedge fund activity in other stocks - not necessarily in the same industry as Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) but similarly valued. We will take a look at Lululemon Athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU), DoorDash, Inc. (NYSE:DASH), Capital One Financial Corp. (NYSE:COF), Roper Technologies Inc. (NYSE:ROP), Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP), The Blackstone Group Inc. (NYSE:BX), and NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI). This group of stocks' market values resemble LVS's market value. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position LULU,50,929013,0 DASH,38,3952490,38 COF,56,3028457,14 ROP,40,1348849,-10 KDP,29,1076705,-12 BX,54,1450344,5 NXPI,66,2259680,-2 Average,47.6,2006505,4.7 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 47.6 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $2007 million. That figure was $3066 million in LVS's case. NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP) is the least popular one with only 29 bullish hedge fund positions. Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for LVS is 85.9. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. This is a slightly positive signal but we'd rather spend our time researching stocks that hedge funds are piling on. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and beat the market again by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately LVS wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on LVS were disappointed as the stock returned 2.8% since the end of December (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as many of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Las Vegas Sands Corp (NYSE:LVS) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | The smart money was turning bullish on Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-las-213016593.html | 0.178383 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS)? | In this article we will check out the progression of hedge fund sentiment towards Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) and determine whether it is a good investment right now. We at Insider Monkey like to examine what billionaires and hedge funds think of a company before spending days of research on it. Given their 2 and 20 payment structure, hedge funds have more incentives and resources than the average investor. The funds have access to expert networks and get tips from industry insiders. They also employ numerous Ivy League graduates and MBAs. Like everyone else, hedge funds perform miserably at times, but their consensus picks have historically outperformed the market after risk adjustments. The smart money was turning bullish. The number of long hedge fund bets improved by 16 in recent months. Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The all time high for this statistic was previously 47. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that LVS isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). In the 21st century investors toolkit there are tons of indicators stock market investors use to analyze publicly traded companies. A duo of the best indicators are hedge fund and insider trading sentiment. Our experts have shown that, historically, those who follow the best picks of the elite fund managers can outclass the S&P 500 by a significant margin (see the details here). Also, our monthly newsletter's portfolio of long stock picks returned 197% since March 2017 (through March 2021) and beat the S&P 500 Index by 124 percentage points. You can download a sample issue of this newsletter on our website . Daniel Sundheim D1 Capital Daniel Sundheim of D1 Capital Partners At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Now let's take a look at the fresh hedge fund action surrounding Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS). At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock, a change of 34% from the third quarter of 2020. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards LVS over the last 22 quarters. With hedgies' capital changing hands, there exists an "upper tier" of noteworthy hedge fund managers who were boosting their stakes considerably (or already accumulated large positions). The largest stake in Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) was held by Melvin Capital Management, which reported holding $629.4 million worth of stock at the end of December. It was followed by D1 Capital Partners with a $318.3 million position. Other investors bullish on the company included Palestra Capital Management, Point72 Asset Management, and Citadel Investment Group. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position Cumberland Associates / Springowl Associates allocated the biggest weight to Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS), around 18.08% of its 13F portfolio. 1060 Capital Management is also relatively very bullish on the stock, earmarking 9.42 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to LVS. With a general bullishness amongst the heavyweights, key money managers have been driving this bullishness. Palestra Capital Management, managed by Andrew Immerman and Jeremy Schiffman, assembled the largest position in Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS). Palestra Capital Management had $193.1 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Alexander Mitchell's Scopus Asset Management also initiated a $123.7 million position during the quarter. The following funds were also among the new LVS investors: Daniel S. Och's OZ Management, Robert Pitts's Steadfast Capital Management, and Amit Nitin Doshi's Harbor Spring Capital. Let's check out hedge fund activity in other stocks - not necessarily in the same industry as Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) but similarly valued. We will take a look at Lululemon Athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU), DoorDash, Inc. (NYSE:DASH), Capital One Financial Corp. (NYSE:COF), Roper Technologies Inc. (NYSE:ROP), Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP), The Blackstone Group Inc. (NYSE:BX), and NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI). This group of stocks' market values resemble LVS's market value. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position LULU,50,929013,0 DASH,38,3952490,38 COF,56,3028457,14 ROP,40,1348849,-10 KDP,29,1076705,-12 BX,54,1450344,5 NXPI,66,2259680,-2 Average,47.6,2006505,4.7 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 47.6 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $2007 million. That figure was $3066 million in LVS's case. NXP Semiconductors NV (NASDAQ:NXPI) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP) is the least popular one with only 29 bullish hedge fund positions. Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for LVS is 85.9. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. This is a slightly positive signal but we'd rather spend our time researching stocks that hedge funds are piling on. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and beat the market again by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately LVS wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on LVS were disappointed as the stock returned 2.8% since the end of December (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as many of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Las Vegas Sands Corp (NYSE:LVS) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | The smart money was turning bullish on Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS) At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock. LVS isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-las-213016593.html | 0.21469 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Peloton Interactive (PTON)? | At Insider Monkey, we pore over the filings of nearly 887 top investment firms every quarter, a process we have now completed for the latest reporting period. The data we've gathered as a result gives us access to a wealth of collective knowledge based on these firms' portfolio holdings as of December 31st. In this article, we will use that wealth of knowledge to determine whether or not Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) makes for a good investment right now. Hedge funds were in a bullish mood. The number of long hedge fund positions moved up by 5 recently. Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of December. The all time high for this statistic was previously 58. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that PTON isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). To most stock holders, hedge funds are viewed as unimportant, old financial tools of years past. While there are over 8000 funds in operation at the moment, We choose to focus on the masters of this club, approximately 850 funds. These money managers direct the lion's share of the smart money's total asset base, and by watching their highest performing investments, Insider Monkey has discovered numerous investment strategies that have historically exceeded Mr. Market. Insider Monkey's flagship short hedge fund strategy exceeded the S&P 500 short ETFs by around 20 percentage points per annum since its inception in March 2017. Also, our monthly newsletter's portfolio of long stock picks returned 197% since March 2017 (through March 2021) and beat the S&P 500 Index by 124 percentage points. You can download a sample issue of this newsletter on our website . COATUE MANAGEMENT Philippe Laffont of Coatue Management At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Now we're going to take a gander at the recent hedge fund action regarding Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON). At fourth quarter's end, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were long this stock, a change of 9% from the previous quarter. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards PTON over the last 22 quarters. So, let's find out which hedge funds were among the top holders of the stock and which hedge funds were making big moves. More specifically, Tiger Global Management LLC was the largest shareholder of Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON), with a stake worth $1192.2 million reported as of the end of December. Trailing Tiger Global Management LLC was Coatue Management, which amassed a stake valued at $775.1 million. Whale Rock Capital Management, Renaissance Technologies, and D E Shaw were also very fond of the stock, becoming one of the largest hedge fund holders of the company. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position Woodson Capital Management allocated the biggest weight to Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON), around 14.57% of its 13F portfolio. Calixto Global Investors is also relatively very bullish on the stock, designating 9.86 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to PTON. As industrywide interest jumped, key hedge funds have jumped into Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) headfirst. Renaissance Technologies, initiated the largest position in Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON). Renaissance Technologies had $465.2 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Cliff Asness's AQR Capital Management also initiated a $121.9 million position during the quarter. The other funds with new positions in the stock are Catherine D. Wood's ARK Investment Management, Amish Mehta's SQN Investors, and Jay Chen's Himension Capital. Let's also examine hedge fund activity in other stocks similar to Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON). We will take a look at Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:VOD), Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:PLTR), Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp (NASDAQ:CTSH), Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROST), Twitter Inc (NYSE:TWTR), TAL Education Group (NYSE:TAL), and Marriott International Inc (NYSE:MAR). All of these stocks' market caps are similar to PTON's market cap. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position VOD,17,745457,-5 PLTR,38,1902514,7 CTSH,46,3517450,1 ROST,57,1308907,11 TWTR,78,2777387,3 TAL,29,1970456,-12 MAR,58,3421401,2 Average,46.1,2234796,1 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 46.1 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $2235 million. That figure was $5666 million in PTON's case. Twitter Inc (NYSE:TWTR) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:VOD) is the least popular one with only 17 bullish hedge fund positions. Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for PTON is 77.7. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. This is a slightly positive signal but we'd rather spend our time researching stocks that hedge funds are piling on. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and beat the market again by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately PTON wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on PTON were disappointed as the stock returned -35.2% since the end of December (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as many of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Peloton Interactive Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of December. The number of long hedge fund positions moved up by 5 recently. | bart | 1 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-peloton-213027900.html | 0.100378 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Peloton Interactive (PTON)? | At Insider Monkey, we pore over the filings of nearly 887 top investment firms every quarter, a process we have now completed for the latest reporting period. The data we've gathered as a result gives us access to a wealth of collective knowledge based on these firms' portfolio holdings as of December 31st. In this article, we will use that wealth of knowledge to determine whether or not Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) makes for a good investment right now. Hedge funds were in a bullish mood. The number of long hedge fund positions moved up by 5 recently. Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) was in 63 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of December. The all time high for this statistic was previously 58. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that PTON isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). To most stock holders, hedge funds are viewed as unimportant, old financial tools of years past. While there are over 8000 funds in operation at the moment, We choose to focus on the masters of this club, approximately 850 funds. These money managers direct the lion's share of the smart money's total asset base, and by watching their highest performing investments, Insider Monkey has discovered numerous investment strategies that have historically exceeded Mr. Market. Insider Monkey's flagship short hedge fund strategy exceeded the S&P 500 short ETFs by around 20 percentage points per annum since its inception in March 2017. Also, our monthly newsletter's portfolio of long stock picks returned 197% since March 2017 (through March 2021) and beat the S&P 500 Index by 124 percentage points. You can download a sample issue of this newsletter on our website . COATUE MANAGEMENT Philippe Laffont of Coatue Management At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Now we're going to take a gander at the recent hedge fund action regarding Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON). At fourth quarter's end, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were long this stock, a change of 9% from the previous quarter. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards PTON over the last 22 quarters. So, let's find out which hedge funds were among the top holders of the stock and which hedge funds were making big moves. More specifically, Tiger Global Management LLC was the largest shareholder of Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON), with a stake worth $1192.2 million reported as of the end of December. Trailing Tiger Global Management LLC was Coatue Management, which amassed a stake valued at $775.1 million. Whale Rock Capital Management, Renaissance Technologies, and D E Shaw were also very fond of the stock, becoming one of the largest hedge fund holders of the company. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position Woodson Capital Management allocated the biggest weight to Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON), around 14.57% of its 13F portfolio. Calixto Global Investors is also relatively very bullish on the stock, designating 9.86 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to PTON. As industrywide interest jumped, key hedge funds have jumped into Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) headfirst. Renaissance Technologies, initiated the largest position in Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON). Renaissance Technologies had $465.2 million invested in the company at the end of the quarter. Cliff Asness's AQR Capital Management also initiated a $121.9 million position during the quarter. The other funds with new positions in the stock are Catherine D. Wood's ARK Investment Management, Amish Mehta's SQN Investors, and Jay Chen's Himension Capital. Let's also examine hedge fund activity in other stocks similar to Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON). We will take a look at Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:VOD), Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:PLTR), Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp (NASDAQ:CTSH), Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROST), Twitter Inc (NYSE:TWTR), TAL Education Group (NYSE:TAL), and Marriott International Inc (NYSE:MAR). All of these stocks' market caps are similar to PTON's market cap. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position VOD,17,745457,-5 PLTR,38,1902514,7 CTSH,46,3517450,1 ROST,57,1308907,11 TWTR,78,2777387,3 TAL,29,1970456,-12 MAR,58,3421401,2 Average,46.1,2234796,1 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 46.1 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $2235 million. That figure was $5666 million in PTON's case. Twitter Inc (NYSE:TWTR) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:VOD) is the least popular one with only 17 bullish hedge fund positions. Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for PTON is 77.7. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. This is a slightly positive signal but we'd rather spend our time researching stocks that hedge funds are piling on. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and beat the market again by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately PTON wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on PTON were disappointed as the stock returned -35.2% since the end of December (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as many of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Peloton Interactive Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | At the end of the fourth quarter, a total of 63 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey were long Peloton Interactive, Inc. ( NASDAQ:PTON). There were 63 hedge funds with PTON positions at the end of the quarter. | pegasus | 2 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-peloton-213027900.html | 0.125433 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Zoetis Inc (ZTS)? | We know that hedge funds generate strong, risk-adjusted returns over the long run, therefore imitating the picks that they are collectively bullish on can be a profitable strategy for retail investors. With billions of dollars in assets, smart money investors have to conduct complex analyses, spend many resources and use tools that are not always available for the general crowd. This doesn't mean that they don't have occasional colossal losses; they do (like Melvin Capital's recent GameStop losses). However, it is still a good idea to keep an eye on hedge fund activity. With this in mind, as the current round of 13F filings has just ended, lets examine the smart money sentiment towards Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS). Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS) has seen an increase in support from the world's most elite money managers recently. Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS) was in 61 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The all time high for this statistic was previously 60. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that ZTS isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). Hedge funds' reputation as shrewd investors has been tarnished in the last decade as their hedged returns couldn't keep up with the unhedged returns of the market indices. Our research has shown that hedge funds' small-cap stock picks managed to beat the market by double digits annually between 1999 and 2016, but the margin of outperformance has been declining in recent years. Nevertheless, we were still able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that outperformed the S&P 500 ETFs by 124 percentage points since March 2017 (see the details here). We were also able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that underperformed the market by 10 percentage points annually between 2006 and 2017. Interestingly the margin of underperformance of these stocks has been increasing in recent years. Investors who are long the market and short these stocks would have returned more than 27% annually between 2015 and 2017. We have been tracking and sharing the list of these stocks since February 2017 in our quarterly newsletter. Story continues William Von Mueffling - Cantillon Capital Management William Von Mueffling of Cantillon Capital Management At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Now let's review the latest hedge fund action encompassing Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS). At the end of December, a total of 61 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock, a change of 5% from the previous quarter. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards ZTS over the last 22 quarters. With hedgies' sentiment swirling, there exists a select group of notable hedge fund managers who were increasing their stakes significantly (or already accumulated large positions). Among these funds, Cantillon Capital Management held the most valuable stake in Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS), which was worth $481.7 million at the end of the fourth quarter. On the second spot was Marshall Wace LLP which amassed $474.1 million worth of shares. Ako Capital, D E Shaw, and Intermede Investment Partners were also very fond of the stock, becoming one of the largest hedge fund holders of the company. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position Intermede Investment Partners allocated the biggest weight to Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS), around 5.15% of its 13F portfolio. Bristol Gate Capital Partners is also relatively very bullish on the stock, earmarking 4.22 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to ZTS. There weren't any hedge funds initiating brand new positions in the stock during the fourth quarter. Let's check out hedge fund activity in other stocks - not necessarily in the same industry as Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS) but similarly valued. These stocks are Canadian National Railway Company (NYSE:CNI), Altria Group Inc (NYSE:MO), Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ:FISV), NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO), Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP), Cigna Corporation (NYSE:CI), and Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP). This group of stocks' market caps match ZTS's market cap. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position CNI,31,2188963,5 MO,37,1082661,-10 FISV,94,5178126,4 NIO,34,2634013,-1 ADP,48,3064769,6 CI,57,2578300,-5 SNAP,63,4610841,12 Average,52,3048239,1.6 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 52 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $3048 million. That figure was $2390 million in ZTS's case. Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ:FISV) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Canadian National Railway Company (NYSE:CNI) is the least popular one with only 31 bullish hedge fund positions. Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for ZTS is 61.8. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. This is a slightly positive signal but we'd rather spend our time researching stocks that hedge funds are piling on. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and beat the market again by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately ZTS wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on ZTS were disappointed as the stock returned 4.9% since the end of December (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as many of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | Zoetis Inc (ZTS) has seen an increase in support from the world's most elite money managers recently. At the end of December, a total of 61 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-zoetis-212950369.html | 0.135978 |
Were Hedge Funds Right About Piling Into Zoetis Inc (ZTS)? | We know that hedge funds generate strong, risk-adjusted returns over the long run, therefore imitating the picks that they are collectively bullish on can be a profitable strategy for retail investors. With billions of dollars in assets, smart money investors have to conduct complex analyses, spend many resources and use tools that are not always available for the general crowd. This doesn't mean that they don't have occasional colossal losses; they do (like Melvin Capital's recent GameStop losses). However, it is still a good idea to keep an eye on hedge fund activity. With this in mind, as the current round of 13F filings has just ended, lets examine the smart money sentiment towards Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS). Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS) has seen an increase in support from the world's most elite money managers recently. Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS) was in 61 hedge funds' portfolios at the end of the fourth quarter of 2020. The all time high for this statistic was previously 60. This means the bullish number of hedge fund positions in this stock currently sits at its all time high. Our calculations also showed that ZTS isn't among the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds (click for Q4 rankings). Hedge funds' reputation as shrewd investors has been tarnished in the last decade as their hedged returns couldn't keep up with the unhedged returns of the market indices. Our research has shown that hedge funds' small-cap stock picks managed to beat the market by double digits annually between 1999 and 2016, but the margin of outperformance has been declining in recent years. Nevertheless, we were still able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that outperformed the S&P 500 ETFs by 124 percentage points since March 2017 (see the details here). We were also able to identify in advance a select group of hedge fund holdings that underperformed the market by 10 percentage points annually between 2006 and 2017. Interestingly the margin of underperformance of these stocks has been increasing in recent years. Investors who are long the market and short these stocks would have returned more than 27% annually between 2015 and 2017. We have been tracking and sharing the list of these stocks since February 2017 in our quarterly newsletter. Story continues William Von Mueffling - Cantillon Capital Management William Von Mueffling of Cantillon Capital Management At Insider Monkey we leave no stone unturned when looking for the next great investment idea. For example, lithium mining is one of the fastest growing industries right now, so we are checking out stock pitches like this emerging lithium stock. We go through lists like the 10 best hydrogen fuel cell stocks to pick the next Tesla that will deliver a 10x return. Even though we recommend positions in only a tiny fraction of the companies we analyze, we check out as many stocks as we can. We read hedge fund investor letters and listen to stock pitches at hedge fund conferences. You can subscribe to our free daily newsletter on our homepage. Now let's review the latest hedge fund action encompassing Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS). At the end of December, a total of 61 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock, a change of 5% from the previous quarter. Below, you can check out the change in hedge fund sentiment towards ZTS over the last 22 quarters. With hedgies' sentiment swirling, there exists a select group of notable hedge fund managers who were increasing their stakes significantly (or already accumulated large positions). Among these funds, Cantillon Capital Management held the most valuable stake in Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS), which was worth $481.7 million at the end of the fourth quarter. On the second spot was Marshall Wace LLP which amassed $474.1 million worth of shares. Ako Capital, D E Shaw, and Intermede Investment Partners were also very fond of the stock, becoming one of the largest hedge fund holders of the company. In terms of the portfolio weights assigned to each position Intermede Investment Partners allocated the biggest weight to Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS), around 5.15% of its 13F portfolio. Bristol Gate Capital Partners is also relatively very bullish on the stock, earmarking 4.22 percent of its 13F equity portfolio to ZTS. There weren't any hedge funds initiating brand new positions in the stock during the fourth quarter. Let's check out hedge fund activity in other stocks - not necessarily in the same industry as Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS) but similarly valued. These stocks are Canadian National Railway Company (NYSE:CNI), Altria Group Inc (NYSE:MO), Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ:FISV), NIO Inc. (NYSE:NIO), Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP), Cigna Corporation (NYSE:CI), and Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP). This group of stocks' market caps match ZTS's market cap. [table] Ticker, No of HFs with positions, Total Value of HF Positions (x1000), Change in HF Position CNI,31,2188963,5 MO,37,1082661,-10 FISV,94,5178126,4 NIO,34,2634013,-1 ADP,48,3064769,6 CI,57,2578300,-5 SNAP,63,4610841,12 Average,52,3048239,1.6 [/table] View table here if you experience formatting issues. As you can see these stocks had an average of 52 hedge funds with bullish positions and the average amount invested in these stocks was $3048 million. That figure was $2390 million in ZTS's case. Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ:FISV) is the most popular stock in this table. On the other hand Canadian National Railway Company (NYSE:CNI) is the least popular one with only 31 bullish hedge fund positions. Zoetis Inc (NYSE:ZTS) is not the most popular stock in this group but hedge fund interest is still above average. Our overall hedge fund sentiment score for ZTS is 61.8. Stocks with higher number of hedge fund positions relative to other stocks as well as relative to their historical range receive a higher sentiment score. This is a slightly positive signal but we'd rather spend our time researching stocks that hedge funds are piling on. Our calculations showed that top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds returned 90.7% in 2019 and 2020, and outperformed the S&P 500 ETF (SPY) by 35 percentage points. These stocks gained 13.6% in 2021 through April 30th and beat the market again by 1.6 percentage points. Unfortunately ZTS wasn't nearly as popular as these 10 stocks and hedge funds that were betting on ZTS were disappointed as the stock returned 4.9% since the end of December (through 4/30) and underperformed the market. If you are interested in investing in large cap stocks with huge upside potential, you should check out the top 10 most popular stocks among hedge funds as many of these stocks already outperformed the market since 2019. Get real-time email alerts: Follow Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey. Related Content | Zoetis Inc (ZTS) has seen an increase in support from the world's most elite money managers recently. At the end of December, a total of 61 of the hedge funds tracked by Insider Monkey held long positions in this stock, a change of 5% from the previous quarter. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://news.yahoo.com/were-hedge-funds-piling-zoetis-212950369.html | 0.155566 |
Which Power Five Conference Dominated the 2021 NFL Draft? | The 2021 NFL Draft has officially come to an end, and we are taking a closer look at how each conference in the Power Five preformed. Starting out with overall draft pick leaders, the SEC conference swept the 2021 NFL Draft with 65 total draft picks. Following the Southeastern Conference is the Big Ten with [44] overall, the ACC [42], the Pac-12 [28], and the Big 12 [22]. The Alabama Crimson Tide and Ohio State Buckeyes produced the most NFL Draft talent this year, both teams finishing with 10 players drafted overall. Alabama now leads the charts for producing the most first round draft picks since 2000. The Crimson Tide have now sent 41 players into the league in the first round. Following Nick Saban's stellar efforts are the Ohio State Buckeyes [35], Miami Hurricanes [32], Florida Gators [25], LSU Tigers [25], Florida State Seminoles [24] and USC Trojans [24]. Let's take a look at the Pac-12 conference solely. In the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft the Pac-12 conference had three selections total. Oregon offensive tackle Penei Sewell was the first player to come off the board at No. 7 overall to the Detroit Lions. USC offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker followed at No. 14 to the New York Jets. And Washington linebacker Joe Tryon ended the first round with the No. 32 overall selection by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Those stats are quite low when considering that the SEC conference had 12 players taken in the first round on Thursday night. It's safe to say the SEC 'won' the 2021 NFL Draft, as they produced the most talent out of any Power Five conference this year. ------- More NFL Draft News: [Jets Avoid Promising Playing-Time for New First Round Picks] [Steve Sarkisian Loses Another Player to USC] ------ Be sure to stay locked into AllTrojans all the time! Follow Claudette Montana Pattison on Twitter: @claudette_mp Follow AllTrojans on Twitter: @SI_AllTrojans Like and follow AllTrojans on Facebook For more USC news visit www.alltrojans.com | The SEC conference swept the 2021 NFL Draft with 65 total draft picks. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://www.si.com/college/usc/football/which-power-five-school-dominated-the-2021-nfl-draft | 0.325582 |
Which Power Five Conference Dominated the 2021 NFL Draft? | The 2021 NFL Draft has officially come to an end, and we are taking a closer look at how each conference in the Power Five preformed. Starting out with overall draft pick leaders, the SEC conference swept the 2021 NFL Draft with 65 total draft picks. Following the Southeastern Conference is the Big Ten with [44] overall, the ACC [42], the Pac-12 [28], and the Big 12 [22]. The Alabama Crimson Tide and Ohio State Buckeyes produced the most NFL Draft talent this year, both teams finishing with 10 players drafted overall. Alabama now leads the charts for producing the most first round draft picks since 2000. The Crimson Tide have now sent 41 players into the league in the first round. Following Nick Saban's stellar efforts are the Ohio State Buckeyes [35], Miami Hurricanes [32], Florida Gators [25], LSU Tigers [25], Florida State Seminoles [24] and USC Trojans [24]. Let's take a look at the Pac-12 conference solely. In the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft the Pac-12 conference had three selections total. Oregon offensive tackle Penei Sewell was the first player to come off the board at No. 7 overall to the Detroit Lions. USC offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker followed at No. 14 to the New York Jets. And Washington linebacker Joe Tryon ended the first round with the No. 32 overall selection by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Those stats are quite low when considering that the SEC conference had 12 players taken in the first round on Thursday night. It's safe to say the SEC 'won' the 2021 NFL Draft, as they produced the most talent out of any Power Five conference this year. ------- More NFL Draft News: [Jets Avoid Promising Playing-Time for New First Round Picks] [Steve Sarkisian Loses Another Player to USC] ------ Be sure to stay locked into AllTrojans all the time! Follow Claudette Montana Pattison on Twitter: @claudette_mp Follow AllTrojans on Twitter: @SI_AllTrojans Like and follow AllTrojans on Facebook For more USC news visit www.alltrojans.com | The 2021 NFL Draft has officially come to an end, and we are taking a closer look at how each conference in the Power Five preformed. The SEC conference swept the 2021 NFL draft with 65 total draft picks. | bart | 1 | https://www.si.com/college/usc/football/which-power-five-school-dominated-the-2021-nfl-draft | 0.466042 |
Which Power Five Conference Dominated the 2021 NFL Draft? | The 2021 NFL Draft has officially come to an end, and we are taking a closer look at how each conference in the Power Five preformed. Starting out with overall draft pick leaders, the SEC conference swept the 2021 NFL Draft with 65 total draft picks. Following the Southeastern Conference is the Big Ten with [44] overall, the ACC [42], the Pac-12 [28], and the Big 12 [22]. The Alabama Crimson Tide and Ohio State Buckeyes produced the most NFL Draft talent this year, both teams finishing with 10 players drafted overall. Alabama now leads the charts for producing the most first round draft picks since 2000. The Crimson Tide have now sent 41 players into the league in the first round. Following Nick Saban's stellar efforts are the Ohio State Buckeyes [35], Miami Hurricanes [32], Florida Gators [25], LSU Tigers [25], Florida State Seminoles [24] and USC Trojans [24]. Let's take a look at the Pac-12 conference solely. In the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft the Pac-12 conference had three selections total. Oregon offensive tackle Penei Sewell was the first player to come off the board at No. 7 overall to the Detroit Lions. USC offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker followed at No. 14 to the New York Jets. And Washington linebacker Joe Tryon ended the first round with the No. 32 overall selection by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Those stats are quite low when considering that the SEC conference had 12 players taken in the first round on Thursday night. It's safe to say the SEC 'won' the 2021 NFL Draft, as they produced the most talent out of any Power Five conference this year. ------- More NFL Draft News: [Jets Avoid Promising Playing-Time for New First Round Picks] [Steve Sarkisian Loses Another Player to USC] ------ Be sure to stay locked into AllTrojans all the time! Follow Claudette Montana Pattison on Twitter: @claudette_mp Follow AllTrojans on Twitter: @SI_AllTrojans Like and follow AllTrojans on Facebook For more USC news visit www.alltrojans.com | The SEC conference swept the 2021 NFL Draft with 65 total draft picks. The Pac-12 conference had three selections total in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft. The Big Ten had 44 overall draft picks, followed by the ACC with 42 and the Big 12 with 22. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://www.si.com/college/usc/football/which-power-five-school-dominated-the-2021-nfl-draft | 0.295071 |
Which needs did 49ers miss in 2021 draft? | The 49ers went into this years draft with a pretty defined list of glaring needs. While they addressed some of those with their eight selections, they left out a few. They needed a quarterback and got one with the third overall pick. Interior offensive line help was on their list and they addressed that twice with a pair of players who figure to slot in as guards. Cornerback mightve been their most pressing need and they snagged two, they also scooped two running backs in the same draft for the first time since 1991. Safety was a peripheral need they located late in Round 5. Here are the positions they did not address in the draft: Wide receiver Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports San Francisco could use another player to compete for the third wide receiver spot behind Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk. Undrafted receiver Austin Watkins Jr. is expected to sign with the 49ers, but using a pick on one would've made a lot of sense. That'll be a position battle to watch closely in camp given how unproven that group is. Defensive end (AP Photo/Tony Avelar) This year's defensive end class wasn't deep, so there just may have never been a spot where the 49ers were high enough on a player to draft him. With the signing of Samson Ebukam, Arden Key and Jordan Willis, perhaps the 49ers feel they have enough depth. This may also signal optimism about Dee Ford's outlook for the season. Don't be surprised if another free agent signing at defensive end comes down by the time camp starts. Center (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) Alex Mack's arrival in free agency made this less of an immediate need, but it's still a little bit of a surprise that they didn't add depth at this spot and a possible long-term solution. Perhaps the club feels Mack will give them a couple years and they can kick the can down the road. They may also try and develop Daniel Brunskill there while Aaron Banks takes over at right guard. Tight end Story continues (AP Photo/Butch Dill) The 49ers' pursuit of Austin Hooper last offseason and the signing of Jordan Reed made it seem like they were prioritizing a pass-catching tight end to pair with George Kittle. There were a couple strong prospects to fit that role, but they overlooked the position entirely in their eight picks. Perhaps they're no longer looking for that with a more run-focused offense coming with Trey Lance under center, but it stands to reason they could improve that group either way. 1 1 | The 49ers addressed some of their glaring needs with their eight selections. Here are the positions they did not address in the draft: Wide receiver, tight end, center and defensive end. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://sports.yahoo.com/needs-did-49ers-miss-2021-024303831.html?src=rss | 0.475235 |
Which needs did 49ers miss in 2021 draft? | The 49ers went into this years draft with a pretty defined list of glaring needs. While they addressed some of those with their eight selections, they left out a few. They needed a quarterback and got one with the third overall pick. Interior offensive line help was on their list and they addressed that twice with a pair of players who figure to slot in as guards. Cornerback mightve been their most pressing need and they snagged two, they also scooped two running backs in the same draft for the first time since 1991. Safety was a peripheral need they located late in Round 5. Here are the positions they did not address in the draft: Wide receiver Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports San Francisco could use another player to compete for the third wide receiver spot behind Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk. Undrafted receiver Austin Watkins Jr. is expected to sign with the 49ers, but using a pick on one would've made a lot of sense. That'll be a position battle to watch closely in camp given how unproven that group is. Defensive end (AP Photo/Tony Avelar) This year's defensive end class wasn't deep, so there just may have never been a spot where the 49ers were high enough on a player to draft him. With the signing of Samson Ebukam, Arden Key and Jordan Willis, perhaps the 49ers feel they have enough depth. This may also signal optimism about Dee Ford's outlook for the season. Don't be surprised if another free agent signing at defensive end comes down by the time camp starts. Center (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) Alex Mack's arrival in free agency made this less of an immediate need, but it's still a little bit of a surprise that they didn't add depth at this spot and a possible long-term solution. Perhaps the club feels Mack will give them a couple years and they can kick the can down the road. They may also try and develop Daniel Brunskill there while Aaron Banks takes over at right guard. Tight end Story continues (AP Photo/Butch Dill) The 49ers' pursuit of Austin Hooper last offseason and the signing of Jordan Reed made it seem like they were prioritizing a pass-catching tight end to pair with George Kittle. There were a couple strong prospects to fit that role, but they overlooked the position entirely in their eight picks. Perhaps they're no longer looking for that with a more run-focused offense coming with Trey Lance under center, but it stands to reason they could improve that group either way. 1 1 | The 49ers addressed some of their glaring needs with their eight selections. Here are the positions they did not address in the draft: Wide receiver, tight end, center and defensive end. The 49er's first pick in the 2021 draft is the No. 1 overall pick. | ctrlsum | 2 | https://sports.yahoo.com/needs-did-49ers-miss-2021-024303831.html?src=rss | 0.646344 |
Do I Have to Get the COVID Vaccine in My Arm? | By now most people are familiar with how the COVID-19 vaccine is typically administered: a quick jab to the upper arm. But there is a lesser known place on the body where the vaccine has also been approved for injection: the thigh. While getting the vaccine in the thigh is rare, there are some groups of people who may want to consider it. If you fall into one of the categories below and think you would be better off getting the COVID-19 vaccine in your thigh instead of your arm, its best to discuss it first with your doctor. People with a history or risk of lymphedema in both arms. Lymphedema is a chronic and painful condition that causes swelling in parts of the body. It can develop in breast cancer patients, for example, who require surgery to remove lymph nodes from under the arm. Removal of the lymph nodes disrupts the flow of lymph, the extra fluid from tissues that would normally drain through the lymphatic system into the bloodstream, causing the fluid to back up and the breast, torso or arm to swell on the affected side. In both the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech clinical vaccine trials, some participants experienced swollen lymph nodes at the armpit or the neck region two to four days following vaccination, on the same side where the shot was administered in the arm. This is a normal short-term side effect that means the body is responding to the vaccine. In the case of Moderna, the median duration of swelling was one to two days, and it lasted an average of 10 days in those receiving Pfizer-BioNTech. Advertising For patients with lymphedema or at risk for lymphedema, however, this side effect could be concerning. If someone has lymphedema in both arms or if a patient is at risk of lymphedema in both arms, then some medical institutions are recommending that their patients get the COVID-19 vaccine in the thigh as a precautionary measure. The concern is that the vaccine could either make the arms swell even more or, for those who are at risk of lymphedema, create worrisome symptoms where there were none. The immune response might also be less efficient if the shot is administered in an arm without lymph nodes or one that has impaired lymphatic drainage. The lymph vessels are responsible for draining fluid out of all of our tissues, so if your lymphatic drainage isnt good, your tissues swell from fluid and that would also mean you wouldnt carry a vaccine very efficiently from tissue to lymph node, said Marc Jenkins, director of the Center for Immunology at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Patients who had lymph nodes removed from one arm may get the vaccine in the unaffected arm rather than the thigh, said Cheryl Brunelle, the associate director of the Lymphedema Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. People who have (or had) breast cancer. Swollen lymph nodes in the armpit can be a sign of breast cancer. If someone with a history of breast cancer didnt know that the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines can produce swollen lymph nodes, it could be very scary for her, thinking it may be a recurrence, Brunelle said. To alleviate potential concerns, people with a history of breast cancer can opt to get the vaccine in the thigh if they wish. Advertising People who need a mammogram within six weeks of their COVID-19 vaccine. Coronavirus vaccinations can cause enlarged lymph nodes in the armpit or near the collarbone that will show up as white blobs on mammograms and potentially be mistaken as a sign of cancer. The Society of Breast Imaging recommends trying to schedule your routine screening mammogram before your first COVID-19 vaccine dose or at least one month after your second vaccine dose. But an alternative plan would be to get the vaccine in your thigh instead. Injection in thigh would be extremely unlikely to lead to armpit nodes swelling, Dr. Constance D. Lehman, the chief of breast imaging at Massachusetts General Hospital, told The New York Times. If you prefer to get the vaccine in your arm and have already scheduled your mammogram, you can keep that appointment as well as your vaccine appointment and call your breast imaging center ahead of time to let them know about the timing of your vaccine. If you received the COVID vaccine in the arm in the last six weeks, your radiologist will expect to see lymph node swelling on the same side that you received the vaccine. This would be a normal finding unless the swelling continued for more than six weeks or there were other clinical concerns; in that case they would take more images as needed, Brunelle said. This could take a little persistence. COVID-19 vaccine sites primarily give people arm vaccinations: Its quick, efficient and theres no need to find a private room to disrobe. Because the vast majority of people will receive arm injections, some vaccination sites may not have staff who are trained to inject in the thigh. Advertising I just advise patients to call ahead, let the vaccine clinic know or the pharmacy know that theyre asking for the vaccine in the thigh, Brunelle said. I also counsel patients that if a local facility or practitioner giving the vaccine is not familiar with the thigh as an approved alternate site, the patient can share the CDC Standing Orders document that lists the thigh as an alternative site for both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. In New York City, people visiting health department vaccination sites can speak with staff if they have concerns about getting the vaccine in the arm, said Michael Lanza, a health department spokesman. Experts say not to worry if you already got vaccinated on the side where you had breast cancer or if you were vaccinated in the arm that had fewer lymph nodes; what is important is that you received the vaccine. We dont want to scare women who already got vaccinated, said Dr. Alphonse Taghian, director of the Lymphedema Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. It is possible there will be no problem at all. To learn more, Taghian and Brunelle will be surveying current and former breast cancer patients about the side effects of the vaccine to better understand how many patients report swollen lymph nodes, as well as when and how long the symptom occurs. They hope to have results before the end of the year. Sponsored Taghian encourages patients with a history of cancer to contact their oncology team with questions or concerns, and to tell their doctor if they develop new signs of swelling. The COVID-19 vaccines are designed to be injected into muscle, and the muscles of the upper arm are convenient for shots and thought to be less painful than some other areas of the body. But a vaccine can be injected into other muscles, provided they are near some of the hundreds of lymph nodes that exist in the body. The upper thigh, for example, is located near multiple lymph nodes and has already been shown to generate an effective immune response after vaccination. Lymph nodes are absolutely critical for generating immune responses, said Dr. Akiko Iwasaki, a professor of immunobiology at Yale University. When a vaccine enters the arm or thigh muscle, it gets carried into a nearby lymph node, she added. There, the vaccine is taken up by special cells that teach the white blood cells, known as T cells and B cells, to either become killer cells, which seek out and destroy coronavirus-infected cells, or antibody-secreting cells. Decades ago, other vaccines were often injected into the buttocks. But scientists now understand that the layers of fat cells in our bottoms are too numerous to allow easy access to the muscles and lymph, making the immune response inefficient. In addition, vaccination in the buttocks is generally not done to avoid injury to the sciatic nerve. | The COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for injection in the thigh. Swollen lymph nodes in the armpit can be a sign of breast cancer. | bart | 1 | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/do-i-have-to-get-the-covid-vaccine-in-my-arm/ | 0.127336 |
Do I Have to Get the COVID Vaccine in My Arm? | By now most people are familiar with how the COVID-19 vaccine is typically administered: a quick jab to the upper arm. But there is a lesser known place on the body where the vaccine has also been approved for injection: the thigh. While getting the vaccine in the thigh is rare, there are some groups of people who may want to consider it. If you fall into one of the categories below and think you would be better off getting the COVID-19 vaccine in your thigh instead of your arm, its best to discuss it first with your doctor. People with a history or risk of lymphedema in both arms. Lymphedema is a chronic and painful condition that causes swelling in parts of the body. It can develop in breast cancer patients, for example, who require surgery to remove lymph nodes from under the arm. Removal of the lymph nodes disrupts the flow of lymph, the extra fluid from tissues that would normally drain through the lymphatic system into the bloodstream, causing the fluid to back up and the breast, torso or arm to swell on the affected side. In both the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech clinical vaccine trials, some participants experienced swollen lymph nodes at the armpit or the neck region two to four days following vaccination, on the same side where the shot was administered in the arm. This is a normal short-term side effect that means the body is responding to the vaccine. In the case of Moderna, the median duration of swelling was one to two days, and it lasted an average of 10 days in those receiving Pfizer-BioNTech. Advertising For patients with lymphedema or at risk for lymphedema, however, this side effect could be concerning. If someone has lymphedema in both arms or if a patient is at risk of lymphedema in both arms, then some medical institutions are recommending that their patients get the COVID-19 vaccine in the thigh as a precautionary measure. The concern is that the vaccine could either make the arms swell even more or, for those who are at risk of lymphedema, create worrisome symptoms where there were none. The immune response might also be less efficient if the shot is administered in an arm without lymph nodes or one that has impaired lymphatic drainage. The lymph vessels are responsible for draining fluid out of all of our tissues, so if your lymphatic drainage isnt good, your tissues swell from fluid and that would also mean you wouldnt carry a vaccine very efficiently from tissue to lymph node, said Marc Jenkins, director of the Center for Immunology at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Patients who had lymph nodes removed from one arm may get the vaccine in the unaffected arm rather than the thigh, said Cheryl Brunelle, the associate director of the Lymphedema Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. People who have (or had) breast cancer. Swollen lymph nodes in the armpit can be a sign of breast cancer. If someone with a history of breast cancer didnt know that the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines can produce swollen lymph nodes, it could be very scary for her, thinking it may be a recurrence, Brunelle said. To alleviate potential concerns, people with a history of breast cancer can opt to get the vaccine in the thigh if they wish. Advertising People who need a mammogram within six weeks of their COVID-19 vaccine. Coronavirus vaccinations can cause enlarged lymph nodes in the armpit or near the collarbone that will show up as white blobs on mammograms and potentially be mistaken as a sign of cancer. The Society of Breast Imaging recommends trying to schedule your routine screening mammogram before your first COVID-19 vaccine dose or at least one month after your second vaccine dose. But an alternative plan would be to get the vaccine in your thigh instead. Injection in thigh would be extremely unlikely to lead to armpit nodes swelling, Dr. Constance D. Lehman, the chief of breast imaging at Massachusetts General Hospital, told The New York Times. If you prefer to get the vaccine in your arm and have already scheduled your mammogram, you can keep that appointment as well as your vaccine appointment and call your breast imaging center ahead of time to let them know about the timing of your vaccine. If you received the COVID vaccine in the arm in the last six weeks, your radiologist will expect to see lymph node swelling on the same side that you received the vaccine. This would be a normal finding unless the swelling continued for more than six weeks or there were other clinical concerns; in that case they would take more images as needed, Brunelle said. This could take a little persistence. COVID-19 vaccine sites primarily give people arm vaccinations: Its quick, efficient and theres no need to find a private room to disrobe. Because the vast majority of people will receive arm injections, some vaccination sites may not have staff who are trained to inject in the thigh. Advertising I just advise patients to call ahead, let the vaccine clinic know or the pharmacy know that theyre asking for the vaccine in the thigh, Brunelle said. I also counsel patients that if a local facility or practitioner giving the vaccine is not familiar with the thigh as an approved alternate site, the patient can share the CDC Standing Orders document that lists the thigh as an alternative site for both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. In New York City, people visiting health department vaccination sites can speak with staff if they have concerns about getting the vaccine in the arm, said Michael Lanza, a health department spokesman. Experts say not to worry if you already got vaccinated on the side where you had breast cancer or if you were vaccinated in the arm that had fewer lymph nodes; what is important is that you received the vaccine. We dont want to scare women who already got vaccinated, said Dr. Alphonse Taghian, director of the Lymphedema Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. It is possible there will be no problem at all. To learn more, Taghian and Brunelle will be surveying current and former breast cancer patients about the side effects of the vaccine to better understand how many patients report swollen lymph nodes, as well as when and how long the symptom occurs. They hope to have results before the end of the year. Sponsored Taghian encourages patients with a history of cancer to contact their oncology team with questions or concerns, and to tell their doctor if they develop new signs of swelling. The COVID-19 vaccines are designed to be injected into muscle, and the muscles of the upper arm are convenient for shots and thought to be less painful than some other areas of the body. But a vaccine can be injected into other muscles, provided they are near some of the hundreds of lymph nodes that exist in the body. The upper thigh, for example, is located near multiple lymph nodes and has already been shown to generate an effective immune response after vaccination. Lymph nodes are absolutely critical for generating immune responses, said Dr. Akiko Iwasaki, a professor of immunobiology at Yale University. When a vaccine enters the arm or thigh muscle, it gets carried into a nearby lymph node, she added. There, the vaccine is taken up by special cells that teach the white blood cells, known as T cells and B cells, to either become killer cells, which seek out and destroy coronavirus-infected cells, or antibody-secreting cells. Decades ago, other vaccines were often injected into the buttocks. But scientists now understand that the layers of fat cells in our bottoms are too numerous to allow easy access to the muscles and lymph, making the immune response inefficient. In addition, vaccination in the buttocks is generally not done to avoid injury to the sciatic nerve. | The COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for injection in the thigh. Swollen lymph nodes in the armpit can be a sign of breast cancer. The immune response might also be less efficient if the shot is administered in an arm without lymph nodes or one that has impaired lymphatic drainage. | bart | 2 | https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/do-i-have-to-get-the-covid-vaccine-in-my-arm/ | 0.177529 |
Why wont Samsung sell us a new drawer for our fridge-freezer? | In August 2016 we purchased a Samsung fridge-freezer and it is still within its five-year warranty. We damaged the top drawer in the fridge and wanted to order a replacement. Although four of the other drawers are available on the Samsung spares website, the company has told us that the one we need is no longer available. TL, by email I would try the various companies providing spares a Google search brings up the names, of which eSpares is probably best known. People regularly sell parts on eBay from appliances that might have failed or been damaged but have elements that are perfectly good. There are currently 10 pages of Samsung fridge-freezer drawers and I would be amazed if there isnt one that will fit your product. Take into account that lots of parts will fit more than one model. The site has become a great source for people opting to repair items rather than throwing them out. It is also a great place to find boiler parts that manufacturers say they no longer stock. The hotel has confirmed several times to me that this refund was made to Booking.com, plus I have confirmation from the hotel parent company, Accor, that the refund was made. Despite this, the booking site wont refund me I have contacted it 20 times since February but nothing happens. JH, by email My gentle nudge of Booking.com did the trick and your refund has been paid. No explanation, except to say the matter was already in train although youd been told that several times, without anything happening. We welcome letters but cannot answer individually. Email us at consumer.champions@theguardian.com. Please include a daytime phone number. Submission and publication of all letters is subject to our terms and conditions | In August 2016 we purchased a Samsung fridge-freezer and it is still within its five-year warranty. We damaged the top drawer in the fridge and wanted to order a replacement. Although four of the other drawers are available on the Samsung spares website, the company has told us that the one we need is no longer available. | bart | 2 | https://www.theguardian.com/money/2021/may/04/why-wont-samsung-sell-us-a-new-drawer-for-our-fridge-freezer | 0.102117 |
What will Bill and Melinda Gates divorce mean for their foundation? | Bill and Melinda Gates announced Monday that they are divorcing immediately raising questions about how their split after 27 years of marriage could affect their status as two of the worlds greatest philanthropists. The Microsoft Corp. co-founder and his wife, who operate the worlds largest private family charitable foundation, said they would continue their work at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which said in a statement that the couple would remain as co-chairs and trustees. No changes to their roles or the organization are planned. They will continue to work together to shape and approve foundation strategies, advocate for the foundations issues, and set the organizations overall direction, the statement said. Still, David Callahan, editor of Inside Philanthropy, a digital publication, said there are a lot of unanswered questions here. Advertisement The couple, along with Warren Buffett, are the creators of the Giving Pledge, which requires signatories to commit to giving the majority of their wealth to philanthropy or charitable causes, either during their lifetimes or in their wills. The couples sprawling Seattle foundation is easily the most influential private foundation in the world, with an endowment worth nearly $50 billion. It has focused on global health and development and U.S. education issues since incorporating in 2000. However, there is a possibility that after a divorce settlement, Melinda Gates may want to create her own foundation too and give to different causes. Theres no particular reason to think that anything will change with the foundation and its work. It has a large endowment. It has a professional staff of 1,600 people. It has a set of really well-developed programs, Callahan said. And if so, what does she do in terms of forging her own path as an independent philanthropist? The possibility that Melinda Gates may want to strike out on her own will be closely watched after MacKenzie Scott, following her divorce from Amazon Chief Executive Jeff Bezos, startled the philanthropic world by donating more than $4 billion in the span of four months last year. Bezos kept three-quarters of the couples Amazon shares in the divorce, while Scott received some $36 billion in shares, making her one of the worlds richest people. She wrote in a post on Medium that she felt compelled to speed up her giving because this pandemic has been a wrecking ball in the lives of Americans already struggling. Once the worlds wealthiest person, Bill Gates is now worth an estimated $131 billion by Forbes. Thats less than Bezos, who has a net worth of about $197 billion, but still enough to rank him the worlds fourth wealthiest person. Advertisement Callahan said that Bill and Melinda Gates still have vast amounts to give and there are indications that Melinda may want to focus more on womens empowerment, which has been one focus of the couples foundation over the last five years. The Gates Foundation released an annual letter every year that was written by Bill Gates. And then a few years ago, they started writing that letter together. And so that was sort of widely seen as a sign of her kind of stepping up and wanting to play a more joint role in shaping the foundations priorities, he said. What we dont know is how much she would like to do. The couple married in 1994 in Hawaii. They met after she began working at Microsoft as a product manager in 1987. In her 2019 memoir, The Moment of Lift, Melinda Gates wrote about her childhood, life and private struggles as the wife of a public icon and as a stay-at-home mom with three kids. She won Gates heart after meeting at a work dinner, sharing a mutual love of puzzles and beating him at a math game. Advertisement As the public face of the foundations COVID-19 grants and advocacy work, Bill Gates has come under fire for being a staunch supporter of intellectual property rights for vaccine makers. While the tech icon says protecting the shots recipes will ensure incentives for research and development, critics say that mentality hampers supply in favor of drug company profits. Last year, Gates said he was stepping down from Microsofts board to focus on philanthropy. Gates was Microsofts CEO until 2000 and since then has gradually scaled back his involvement in the company he started with Paul Allen in 1975. He transitioned out of a day-to-day role in Microsoft in 2008 and served as chairman of the board until 2014. International Medical Corps, a Los Angeles nonprofit that provides emergency medical and other healthcare services around the world, has been a recipient of significant Gates Foundation funding. It has received millions over the years from the foundation, which the group said has been crucial to its mission. Advertisement Over and over, when crises erupt, the Gates Foundation steps up, providing International Medical Corps with emergency response support to communities that are hardest hit, whether its fighting Ebola in West Africa, polio in Cameroon, or cholera in Haiti, International Medical Corps CEO Nancy Aossey said in a statement. Im confident that Bill and Melinda Gates philanthropic passion and dedication will continue for a long time to come. Times wire services contributed to this report. | The Microsoft Corp. co-founder and his wife, who operate the worlds largest private family charitable foundation, said they would continue their work at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. There is a possibility that after a divorce settlement, Melinda Gates may want to create her own foundation too and give to different causes. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.latimes.com/business/technology/story/2021-05-03/bill-and-melinda-gates-say-theyre-ending-marriage?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+latimes%2Fbusiness+%28L.A.+Times+-+Business%29 | 0.266632 |
Are the coronavirus vaccines effective in people who are overweight or obese? | CLEVELAND, Ohio A recent study suggested that the Pfizer vaccine may be less effective in obese people. Our readers have questions about the coronavirus vaccine, and cleveland.com is getting answers from health care experts. These answers are from Dr. Thomas File, Chair of Infectious Diseases for Summa Health and the past president of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, and were supplied via email. The basic answer is, yes. While a recent study of the Pfizer vaccine study indicated the antibody levels are less in a person who is overweight or obese as compared to a person of normal weight, there is likelihood that the levels of antibody (and subsequent immunity) are still high enough to protect against COVID-19. There are ongoing studies to assess the risk of developing COVID-19 after being fully immunized. It is likely that persons with underlying conditions, such as obesity, may (develop COVID-19) after immunization, but we will need to await further data. In the original clinical trials of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, obese patients had a very high protection rate -- more than 90% -- against COVID-19, but these trials were conducted before the emergence of the newer variants. Ongoing studies to assess protection in people with underlying conditions such as obesity will be important. While the study showed a decrease of antibody levels (in obese people), it did not correlate this with the ability of the vaccine to prevent COVID-19. At present, it is unclear as to the exact level of antibody that is necessary to prevent infection and disease, but ongoing studies are evaluating whether overweight/obese persons are at any higher risk of infection after immunization. In both the Pfizer and Moderna clinical trials, there was very good protection in overweight/obese persons. Since overweight/obese persons are clearly at greater risk of serious disease associated with COVID-19, it is of extreme importance that such patients be vaccinated. Overweight/obese persons are at greater risk of many infectious diseases including COVID-19 for several reasons, which include but are not limited to: 1. excess fat cells (referred to as adipose cells) have an abnormal effect on inflammation and immune response; 2. differences of the type of bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract which are associated with reduced immunity; 3. associated metabolic complications and conditions, such as diabetes. All of these can be associated with a decreased immune function and predisposition to infections such as COVID-19. I am not aware of any differences in side effects. | A recent study suggested the coronavirus vaccine may be less effective in obese people. Dr. Thomas File answers your questions about the vaccine. | pegasus | 0 | https://www.cleveland.com/coronavirus/2021/05/are-the-coronavirus-vaccines-effective-in-people-who-are-overweight-or-obese.html | 0.43176 |
Are the coronavirus vaccines effective in people who are overweight or obese? | CLEVELAND, Ohio A recent study suggested that the Pfizer vaccine may be less effective in obese people. Our readers have questions about the coronavirus vaccine, and cleveland.com is getting answers from health care experts. These answers are from Dr. Thomas File, Chair of Infectious Diseases for Summa Health and the past president of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, and were supplied via email. The basic answer is, yes. While a recent study of the Pfizer vaccine study indicated the antibody levels are less in a person who is overweight or obese as compared to a person of normal weight, there is likelihood that the levels of antibody (and subsequent immunity) are still high enough to protect against COVID-19. There are ongoing studies to assess the risk of developing COVID-19 after being fully immunized. It is likely that persons with underlying conditions, such as obesity, may (develop COVID-19) after immunization, but we will need to await further data. In the original clinical trials of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, obese patients had a very high protection rate -- more than 90% -- against COVID-19, but these trials were conducted before the emergence of the newer variants. Ongoing studies to assess protection in people with underlying conditions such as obesity will be important. While the study showed a decrease of antibody levels (in obese people), it did not correlate this with the ability of the vaccine to prevent COVID-19. At present, it is unclear as to the exact level of antibody that is necessary to prevent infection and disease, but ongoing studies are evaluating whether overweight/obese persons are at any higher risk of infection after immunization. In both the Pfizer and Moderna clinical trials, there was very good protection in overweight/obese persons. Since overweight/obese persons are clearly at greater risk of serious disease associated with COVID-19, it is of extreme importance that such patients be vaccinated. Overweight/obese persons are at greater risk of many infectious diseases including COVID-19 for several reasons, which include but are not limited to: 1. excess fat cells (referred to as adipose cells) have an abnormal effect on inflammation and immune response; 2. differences of the type of bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract which are associated with reduced immunity; 3. associated metabolic complications and conditions, such as diabetes. All of these can be associated with a decreased immune function and predisposition to infections such as COVID-19. I am not aware of any differences in side effects. | A recent study suggested the coronavirus vaccine may be less effective in obese people. Dr. Thomas File answers your questions about the vaccine. He says levels of antibody are still high enough to protect against COVID-19. | pegasus | 1 | https://www.cleveland.com/coronavirus/2021/05/are-the-coronavirus-vaccines-effective-in-people-who-are-overweight-or-obese.html | 0.479263 |
Are the coronavirus vaccines effective in people who are overweight or obese? | CLEVELAND, Ohio A recent study suggested that the Pfizer vaccine may be less effective in obese people. Our readers have questions about the coronavirus vaccine, and cleveland.com is getting answers from health care experts. These answers are from Dr. Thomas File, Chair of Infectious Diseases for Summa Health and the past president of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, and were supplied via email. The basic answer is, yes. While a recent study of the Pfizer vaccine study indicated the antibody levels are less in a person who is overweight or obese as compared to a person of normal weight, there is likelihood that the levels of antibody (and subsequent immunity) are still high enough to protect against COVID-19. There are ongoing studies to assess the risk of developing COVID-19 after being fully immunized. It is likely that persons with underlying conditions, such as obesity, may (develop COVID-19) after immunization, but we will need to await further data. In the original clinical trials of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, obese patients had a very high protection rate -- more than 90% -- against COVID-19, but these trials were conducted before the emergence of the newer variants. Ongoing studies to assess protection in people with underlying conditions such as obesity will be important. While the study showed a decrease of antibody levels (in obese people), it did not correlate this with the ability of the vaccine to prevent COVID-19. At present, it is unclear as to the exact level of antibody that is necessary to prevent infection and disease, but ongoing studies are evaluating whether overweight/obese persons are at any higher risk of infection after immunization. In both the Pfizer and Moderna clinical trials, there was very good protection in overweight/obese persons. Since overweight/obese persons are clearly at greater risk of serious disease associated with COVID-19, it is of extreme importance that such patients be vaccinated. Overweight/obese persons are at greater risk of many infectious diseases including COVID-19 for several reasons, which include but are not limited to: 1. excess fat cells (referred to as adipose cells) have an abnormal effect on inflammation and immune response; 2. differences of the type of bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract which are associated with reduced immunity; 3. associated metabolic complications and conditions, such as diabetes. All of these can be associated with a decreased immune function and predisposition to infections such as COVID-19. I am not aware of any differences in side effects. | A recent study suggested the coronavirus vaccine may be less effective in obese people. Dr. Thomas File answers your questions about the vaccine. There is likelihood that the levels of antibody are still high enough to protect against COVID-19, he says. | pegasus | 2 | https://www.cleveland.com/coronavirus/2021/05/are-the-coronavirus-vaccines-effective-in-people-who-are-overweight-or-obese.html | 0.467184 |
How should we try to persuade family and friends to get the coronavirus vaccine? | CLEVELAND, Ohio With so many Americans still conflicted on whether to get a COVID-19 vaccine, its likely you know a family member or a close friend who is holding out on getting the shot. You might be tempted to badger them to book an appointment, arguing that being vaccinated significantly reduces their risk of being hospitalized or dying from COVID-19. Or you might feel like sending them a news story that supports your position, arguing theyre getting their information from the wrong source. But before you try to convince someone to get the vaccine, you may want to plan your approach. Going in with the wrong strategy could backfire and make them even more reluctant to get the shot, experts said. Lots of really well-intentioned persuasive attempts have ended up doing just the opposite of whats intended, said Dr. Rajiv Rimal, the health, behavior, and society department chair at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. There is evidence that measured, in-depth conversations can be an effective way to persuade someone to change their mind about the vaccine. Earlier this year, the Republican pollster Frank Luntz and former U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Tom Friedan led a focus group of individuals who voted for former President Donald Trump and were hesitant to get the vaccine. By the end of the two-hour session, 19 of the 20 participants said they were more likely to get the shot. Experts said the best approach to persuading someone to get the vaccine should begin with listening to the reason why theyre reluctant. You can use facts and information to help address those concerns, but you should avoid shaming them or making them feel like their concerns arent valid. Its also a good idea to leverage the relationship you have and appeal to the persons emotions, because those tactics have proven to be effective ways to change someones mind. If you want to overcome someones reluctance to get the vaccine, you might need to use every tool at your disposal, said Eileen Anderson-Fye, an associate professor who directs Case Western Reserve Universitys educational programs in bioethics and medical humanities. And it might not be a one-size-fits-all approach; one approach might be most effective depending on the person. On a particular day, one particular type of appeal might really move someone to take action, Anderson-Fye said. The vaccine rollout, like many aspects of the coronavirus pandemic, has become a highly polarized endeavor. Polls have consistently shown that Democratic voters are far more likely to sign up for an appointment than Republican voters. But experts noted that you should be careful to avoid attributing someones reluctance to politics alone, because someones hesitancy could be rooted in unanswered questions or genuine concern. Experts who spoke with cleveland.com provided some advice to help guide you through a conversation that may be complex. Consider whether youre the right messenger You should first ask yourself whether youre truly the best messenger for the conversation. Youre more likely to be persuasive if you have a strong emotional connection with someone. But it might not be effective if youre calling the aunt you only speak with on her birthday and Christmas, said Dr. Joy Gero, a psychologist who is the program director of the general adult and behavioral health ICU at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Centers Western Psychiatric Hospital. If you do have a strong relationship with someone, your message could be very effective. For example, a parent might quit smoking if a child comes home from school and tells them its harmful, Gero said. Using personal connections to change health behaviors is something that can be really effective, she said. The most effective messengers tend to have two key characteristics, said Gillian SteelFisher, a senior research scientist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. They have technical knowledge of the subject; in the case of the vaccine, it might be a doctor or someone else who works in health care. And they have a strong relationship with the person theyre trying to persuade. When you find those two things together, thats what I think of as an effective messenger, SteelFisher said. Experts noted that if you dont feel youre the best messenger, you might encourage your relative or friend to speak with their doctor or someone else they trust for medical advice. Family members and close friends tend to have a lot of credibility with the person theyre trying to persuade, because theres a sense they have the persons best interests at heart, Rival said. Start by listening to their concerns There are many reasons someone could be hesitant or refusing to get the vaccine. They might have had a bad reaction to a flu shot or another type of vaccine, or they might have a concern about side effects. Some concerns may arise from misinformation they see on social media or hear from friends. Just have an open heart and mind to hearing what their perspective is, SteelFisher said. For some, the concerns run deeper and are more complicated. Black Americans, for example, have expressed concerns that are often rooted in health care inequities that disadvantage people of color, in addition to issues of accessibility. The reasons someone might be hesitant are many and varied, Anderson-Fye said. In most cases, there will be a concern that needs to be validated before someone can overcome it, she said. There is absolutely no way to have a conversation thats going to get anywhere until you understand the root of the hesitancy, she said. Dont just bombard them with facts You might be tempted to respond to someones hesitancy with facts, or by sending them an article which resonated with you. Experts say that wont be an effective strategy. It becomes much harder to change someones mind when they have a strong distrust of something or have given a lot of thought to the issue. Thats especially true with anything related to the pandemic, which has been highly politicized from the outset. Once you see that the data shows theres such a strong distrust, facts by themselves just arent going to work, SteelFisher said. In fact, Rival said facts alone could end up having the opposite effect. Telling someone theyre wrong and trying to aggressively disprove something they believe may cause them to become more entrenched in that position, he said. Not only has the messaging been ineffective, its actually bommeranged, because now theyre solidified even more in their existing beliefs, Rival said. Try to appeal to their emotions Instead of just using facts to try to change someones mind, experts recommend appealing to their emotions. Rival noted that the Ad Council is using the strategy in a commercial that encourages vaccinations by featuring a grandmother hugging her grandchildren: Its that emotional tug thats going to be effective, particularly for very polarized issues, he said. It might be a good idea to start from common ground. Rival suggested telling someone that you both want to protect other family members or friends. You could also tell your relative or friend about your own experience getting the vaccine and explain the reasons you chose to get it. If youre careful to avoid being judgmental or critical, that could resonate with them, Gero said. Its difficult for someone to critique my personal experience as invalid, she said. Dont insult or criticize them It might be frustrating trying to convince someone to agree with you, but you should be very careful to avoid insulting them, experts said. That will likely cause them to be defensive and dig in more. You should start the conversation from a place where you agree to disagree, Gero said. Dont shame them or tell them theyre getting information from the wrong place or news outlet. That is not going to help change hearts and minds, she said. Avoiding that, I think, is very important. Forcing someone into a decision is never a good approach in public health, Anderson-Fye said. The same personal dynamics that fail in other areas are likely to fail here as well, she said. Offer to help them get vaccinated For some people, the ease of accessing the vaccine could make all the difference. Gero recently helped lead a vaccine clinic at a store in the Pittsburgh area. One couple walked in and flat-out refused to even discuss getting the shot. But by the time they left the store, they decided to get vaccinated because they saw a cashier receive a dose. I think it was the convenience. We literally brought the vaccine to those folks, Gero said. But it was also the idea that they saw it, and they saw it wasnt scary. For your family members and friends, you could offer to help them book a vaccine appointment and drive them to the clinic. Its important to consider that they might prefer to go to a doctors office or a pharmacy, because mass vaccinations clinic can be anxiety-provoking for some people, experts said. You could also offer to help care for the person if they experience flu-like symptoms as a side effect, Anderson-Fye said. Providing the emotional support, and the physical support for what is required to get vaccinated, is a game-changer, she said. Be prepared to walk away Sometimes it just isnt the right time for someone to change their mind. You could say and do all the right things, and your relative or friend might not be ready to get vaccinated. You cant push someone too hard, so you need to be ready to accept that possibility, experts said. If you had a productive and thoughtful conversation, you might have planted the seeds that could someday result in that person choosing to get vaccinated, Gero said. If we can hold that as our goal, we may feel better about the energy were putting out, Gero said. Because its emotional for us, too. Every pandemic throughout history has involved measures and restrictions intended to protect the public, and theres always been pushback to those efforts, Anderson-Fye said. She said that everyone is likely to have someone in their life who refuses to take the vaccine. Its important to remember that its ultimately their decision, even if you strongly disagree. You cant force someone to get the shot, Anderson-Fye said. There comes a time when you have to agree to disagree, she said. Youre doing everything you can, but when were talking about adults, we cannot control everyone around us. | There is evidence that measured, in-depth conversations can be an effective way to persuade someone to change their mind about the vaccine. | pegasus | 0 | https://www.cleveland.com/coronavirus/2021/05/how-should-we-try-to-persuade-family-and-friends-to-get-the-coronavirus-vaccine.html | 0.104763 |
How should we try to persuade family and friends to get the coronavirus vaccine? | CLEVELAND, Ohio With so many Americans still conflicted on whether to get a COVID-19 vaccine, its likely you know a family member or a close friend who is holding out on getting the shot. You might be tempted to badger them to book an appointment, arguing that being vaccinated significantly reduces their risk of being hospitalized or dying from COVID-19. Or you might feel like sending them a news story that supports your position, arguing theyre getting their information from the wrong source. But before you try to convince someone to get the vaccine, you may want to plan your approach. Going in with the wrong strategy could backfire and make them even more reluctant to get the shot, experts said. Lots of really well-intentioned persuasive attempts have ended up doing just the opposite of whats intended, said Dr. Rajiv Rimal, the health, behavior, and society department chair at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. There is evidence that measured, in-depth conversations can be an effective way to persuade someone to change their mind about the vaccine. Earlier this year, the Republican pollster Frank Luntz and former U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Tom Friedan led a focus group of individuals who voted for former President Donald Trump and were hesitant to get the vaccine. By the end of the two-hour session, 19 of the 20 participants said they were more likely to get the shot. Experts said the best approach to persuading someone to get the vaccine should begin with listening to the reason why theyre reluctant. You can use facts and information to help address those concerns, but you should avoid shaming them or making them feel like their concerns arent valid. Its also a good idea to leverage the relationship you have and appeal to the persons emotions, because those tactics have proven to be effective ways to change someones mind. If you want to overcome someones reluctance to get the vaccine, you might need to use every tool at your disposal, said Eileen Anderson-Fye, an associate professor who directs Case Western Reserve Universitys educational programs in bioethics and medical humanities. And it might not be a one-size-fits-all approach; one approach might be most effective depending on the person. On a particular day, one particular type of appeal might really move someone to take action, Anderson-Fye said. The vaccine rollout, like many aspects of the coronavirus pandemic, has become a highly polarized endeavor. Polls have consistently shown that Democratic voters are far more likely to sign up for an appointment than Republican voters. But experts noted that you should be careful to avoid attributing someones reluctance to politics alone, because someones hesitancy could be rooted in unanswered questions or genuine concern. Experts who spoke with cleveland.com provided some advice to help guide you through a conversation that may be complex. Consider whether youre the right messenger You should first ask yourself whether youre truly the best messenger for the conversation. Youre more likely to be persuasive if you have a strong emotional connection with someone. But it might not be effective if youre calling the aunt you only speak with on her birthday and Christmas, said Dr. Joy Gero, a psychologist who is the program director of the general adult and behavioral health ICU at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Centers Western Psychiatric Hospital. If you do have a strong relationship with someone, your message could be very effective. For example, a parent might quit smoking if a child comes home from school and tells them its harmful, Gero said. Using personal connections to change health behaviors is something that can be really effective, she said. The most effective messengers tend to have two key characteristics, said Gillian SteelFisher, a senior research scientist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. They have technical knowledge of the subject; in the case of the vaccine, it might be a doctor or someone else who works in health care. And they have a strong relationship with the person theyre trying to persuade. When you find those two things together, thats what I think of as an effective messenger, SteelFisher said. Experts noted that if you dont feel youre the best messenger, you might encourage your relative or friend to speak with their doctor or someone else they trust for medical advice. Family members and close friends tend to have a lot of credibility with the person theyre trying to persuade, because theres a sense they have the persons best interests at heart, Rival said. Start by listening to their concerns There are many reasons someone could be hesitant or refusing to get the vaccine. They might have had a bad reaction to a flu shot or another type of vaccine, or they might have a concern about side effects. Some concerns may arise from misinformation they see on social media or hear from friends. Just have an open heart and mind to hearing what their perspective is, SteelFisher said. For some, the concerns run deeper and are more complicated. Black Americans, for example, have expressed concerns that are often rooted in health care inequities that disadvantage people of color, in addition to issues of accessibility. The reasons someone might be hesitant are many and varied, Anderson-Fye said. In most cases, there will be a concern that needs to be validated before someone can overcome it, she said. There is absolutely no way to have a conversation thats going to get anywhere until you understand the root of the hesitancy, she said. Dont just bombard them with facts You might be tempted to respond to someones hesitancy with facts, or by sending them an article which resonated with you. Experts say that wont be an effective strategy. It becomes much harder to change someones mind when they have a strong distrust of something or have given a lot of thought to the issue. Thats especially true with anything related to the pandemic, which has been highly politicized from the outset. Once you see that the data shows theres such a strong distrust, facts by themselves just arent going to work, SteelFisher said. In fact, Rival said facts alone could end up having the opposite effect. Telling someone theyre wrong and trying to aggressively disprove something they believe may cause them to become more entrenched in that position, he said. Not only has the messaging been ineffective, its actually bommeranged, because now theyre solidified even more in their existing beliefs, Rival said. Try to appeal to their emotions Instead of just using facts to try to change someones mind, experts recommend appealing to their emotions. Rival noted that the Ad Council is using the strategy in a commercial that encourages vaccinations by featuring a grandmother hugging her grandchildren: Its that emotional tug thats going to be effective, particularly for very polarized issues, he said. It might be a good idea to start from common ground. Rival suggested telling someone that you both want to protect other family members or friends. You could also tell your relative or friend about your own experience getting the vaccine and explain the reasons you chose to get it. If youre careful to avoid being judgmental or critical, that could resonate with them, Gero said. Its difficult for someone to critique my personal experience as invalid, she said. Dont insult or criticize them It might be frustrating trying to convince someone to agree with you, but you should be very careful to avoid insulting them, experts said. That will likely cause them to be defensive and dig in more. You should start the conversation from a place where you agree to disagree, Gero said. Dont shame them or tell them theyre getting information from the wrong place or news outlet. That is not going to help change hearts and minds, she said. Avoiding that, I think, is very important. Forcing someone into a decision is never a good approach in public health, Anderson-Fye said. The same personal dynamics that fail in other areas are likely to fail here as well, she said. Offer to help them get vaccinated For some people, the ease of accessing the vaccine could make all the difference. Gero recently helped lead a vaccine clinic at a store in the Pittsburgh area. One couple walked in and flat-out refused to even discuss getting the shot. But by the time they left the store, they decided to get vaccinated because they saw a cashier receive a dose. I think it was the convenience. We literally brought the vaccine to those folks, Gero said. But it was also the idea that they saw it, and they saw it wasnt scary. For your family members and friends, you could offer to help them book a vaccine appointment and drive them to the clinic. Its important to consider that they might prefer to go to a doctors office or a pharmacy, because mass vaccinations clinic can be anxiety-provoking for some people, experts said. You could also offer to help care for the person if they experience flu-like symptoms as a side effect, Anderson-Fye said. Providing the emotional support, and the physical support for what is required to get vaccinated, is a game-changer, she said. Be prepared to walk away Sometimes it just isnt the right time for someone to change their mind. You could say and do all the right things, and your relative or friend might not be ready to get vaccinated. You cant push someone too hard, so you need to be ready to accept that possibility, experts said. If you had a productive and thoughtful conversation, you might have planted the seeds that could someday result in that person choosing to get vaccinated, Gero said. If we can hold that as our goal, we may feel better about the energy were putting out, Gero said. Because its emotional for us, too. Every pandemic throughout history has involved measures and restrictions intended to protect the public, and theres always been pushback to those efforts, Anderson-Fye said. She said that everyone is likely to have someone in their life who refuses to take the vaccine. Its important to remember that its ultimately their decision, even if you strongly disagree. You cant force someone to get the shot, Anderson-Fye said. There comes a time when you have to agree to disagree, she said. Youre doing everything you can, but when were talking about adults, we cannot control everyone around us. | Many Americans are still conflicted on whether to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Experts say the best approach to persuading someone to get the vaccine is to listen to their concerns. | ctrlsum | 1 | https://www.cleveland.com/coronavirus/2021/05/how-should-we-try-to-persuade-family-and-friends-to-get-the-coronavirus-vaccine.html | 0.28739 |
How should we try to persuade family and friends to get the coronavirus vaccine? | CLEVELAND, Ohio With so many Americans still conflicted on whether to get a COVID-19 vaccine, its likely you know a family member or a close friend who is holding out on getting the shot. You might be tempted to badger them to book an appointment, arguing that being vaccinated significantly reduces their risk of being hospitalized or dying from COVID-19. Or you might feel like sending them a news story that supports your position, arguing theyre getting their information from the wrong source. But before you try to convince someone to get the vaccine, you may want to plan your approach. Going in with the wrong strategy could backfire and make them even more reluctant to get the shot, experts said. Lots of really well-intentioned persuasive attempts have ended up doing just the opposite of whats intended, said Dr. Rajiv Rimal, the health, behavior, and society department chair at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. There is evidence that measured, in-depth conversations can be an effective way to persuade someone to change their mind about the vaccine. Earlier this year, the Republican pollster Frank Luntz and former U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Tom Friedan led a focus group of individuals who voted for former President Donald Trump and were hesitant to get the vaccine. By the end of the two-hour session, 19 of the 20 participants said they were more likely to get the shot. Experts said the best approach to persuading someone to get the vaccine should begin with listening to the reason why theyre reluctant. You can use facts and information to help address those concerns, but you should avoid shaming them or making them feel like their concerns arent valid. Its also a good idea to leverage the relationship you have and appeal to the persons emotions, because those tactics have proven to be effective ways to change someones mind. If you want to overcome someones reluctance to get the vaccine, you might need to use every tool at your disposal, said Eileen Anderson-Fye, an associate professor who directs Case Western Reserve Universitys educational programs in bioethics and medical humanities. And it might not be a one-size-fits-all approach; one approach might be most effective depending on the person. On a particular day, one particular type of appeal might really move someone to take action, Anderson-Fye said. The vaccine rollout, like many aspects of the coronavirus pandemic, has become a highly polarized endeavor. Polls have consistently shown that Democratic voters are far more likely to sign up for an appointment than Republican voters. But experts noted that you should be careful to avoid attributing someones reluctance to politics alone, because someones hesitancy could be rooted in unanswered questions or genuine concern. Experts who spoke with cleveland.com provided some advice to help guide you through a conversation that may be complex. Consider whether youre the right messenger You should first ask yourself whether youre truly the best messenger for the conversation. Youre more likely to be persuasive if you have a strong emotional connection with someone. But it might not be effective if youre calling the aunt you only speak with on her birthday and Christmas, said Dr. Joy Gero, a psychologist who is the program director of the general adult and behavioral health ICU at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Centers Western Psychiatric Hospital. If you do have a strong relationship with someone, your message could be very effective. For example, a parent might quit smoking if a child comes home from school and tells them its harmful, Gero said. Using personal connections to change health behaviors is something that can be really effective, she said. The most effective messengers tend to have two key characteristics, said Gillian SteelFisher, a senior research scientist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. They have technical knowledge of the subject; in the case of the vaccine, it might be a doctor or someone else who works in health care. And they have a strong relationship with the person theyre trying to persuade. When you find those two things together, thats what I think of as an effective messenger, SteelFisher said. Experts noted that if you dont feel youre the best messenger, you might encourage your relative or friend to speak with their doctor or someone else they trust for medical advice. Family members and close friends tend to have a lot of credibility with the person theyre trying to persuade, because theres a sense they have the persons best interests at heart, Rival said. Start by listening to their concerns There are many reasons someone could be hesitant or refusing to get the vaccine. They might have had a bad reaction to a flu shot or another type of vaccine, or they might have a concern about side effects. Some concerns may arise from misinformation they see on social media or hear from friends. Just have an open heart and mind to hearing what their perspective is, SteelFisher said. For some, the concerns run deeper and are more complicated. Black Americans, for example, have expressed concerns that are often rooted in health care inequities that disadvantage people of color, in addition to issues of accessibility. The reasons someone might be hesitant are many and varied, Anderson-Fye said. In most cases, there will be a concern that needs to be validated before someone can overcome it, she said. There is absolutely no way to have a conversation thats going to get anywhere until you understand the root of the hesitancy, she said. Dont just bombard them with facts You might be tempted to respond to someones hesitancy with facts, or by sending them an article which resonated with you. Experts say that wont be an effective strategy. It becomes much harder to change someones mind when they have a strong distrust of something or have given a lot of thought to the issue. Thats especially true with anything related to the pandemic, which has been highly politicized from the outset. Once you see that the data shows theres such a strong distrust, facts by themselves just arent going to work, SteelFisher said. In fact, Rival said facts alone could end up having the opposite effect. Telling someone theyre wrong and trying to aggressively disprove something they believe may cause them to become more entrenched in that position, he said. Not only has the messaging been ineffective, its actually bommeranged, because now theyre solidified even more in their existing beliefs, Rival said. Try to appeal to their emotions Instead of just using facts to try to change someones mind, experts recommend appealing to their emotions. Rival noted that the Ad Council is using the strategy in a commercial that encourages vaccinations by featuring a grandmother hugging her grandchildren: Its that emotional tug thats going to be effective, particularly for very polarized issues, he said. It might be a good idea to start from common ground. Rival suggested telling someone that you both want to protect other family members or friends. You could also tell your relative or friend about your own experience getting the vaccine and explain the reasons you chose to get it. If youre careful to avoid being judgmental or critical, that could resonate with them, Gero said. Its difficult for someone to critique my personal experience as invalid, she said. Dont insult or criticize them It might be frustrating trying to convince someone to agree with you, but you should be very careful to avoid insulting them, experts said. That will likely cause them to be defensive and dig in more. You should start the conversation from a place where you agree to disagree, Gero said. Dont shame them or tell them theyre getting information from the wrong place or news outlet. That is not going to help change hearts and minds, she said. Avoiding that, I think, is very important. Forcing someone into a decision is never a good approach in public health, Anderson-Fye said. The same personal dynamics that fail in other areas are likely to fail here as well, she said. Offer to help them get vaccinated For some people, the ease of accessing the vaccine could make all the difference. Gero recently helped lead a vaccine clinic at a store in the Pittsburgh area. One couple walked in and flat-out refused to even discuss getting the shot. But by the time they left the store, they decided to get vaccinated because they saw a cashier receive a dose. I think it was the convenience. We literally brought the vaccine to those folks, Gero said. But it was also the idea that they saw it, and they saw it wasnt scary. For your family members and friends, you could offer to help them book a vaccine appointment and drive them to the clinic. Its important to consider that they might prefer to go to a doctors office or a pharmacy, because mass vaccinations clinic can be anxiety-provoking for some people, experts said. You could also offer to help care for the person if they experience flu-like symptoms as a side effect, Anderson-Fye said. Providing the emotional support, and the physical support for what is required to get vaccinated, is a game-changer, she said. Be prepared to walk away Sometimes it just isnt the right time for someone to change their mind. You could say and do all the right things, and your relative or friend might not be ready to get vaccinated. You cant push someone too hard, so you need to be ready to accept that possibility, experts said. If you had a productive and thoughtful conversation, you might have planted the seeds that could someday result in that person choosing to get vaccinated, Gero said. If we can hold that as our goal, we may feel better about the energy were putting out, Gero said. Because its emotional for us, too. Every pandemic throughout history has involved measures and restrictions intended to protect the public, and theres always been pushback to those efforts, Anderson-Fye said. She said that everyone is likely to have someone in their life who refuses to take the vaccine. Its important to remember that its ultimately their decision, even if you strongly disagree. You cant force someone to get the shot, Anderson-Fye said. There comes a time when you have to agree to disagree, she said. Youre doing everything you can, but when were talking about adults, we cannot control everyone around us. | Many Americans still conflicted on whether to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Experts say the best approach to persuading someone to get the vaccine should begin with listening to the reason why theyre reluctant. Polls have consistently shown that Democratic voters are far more likely to sign up for an appointment. | bart | 2 | https://www.cleveland.com/coronavirus/2021/05/how-should-we-try-to-persuade-family-and-friends-to-get-the-coronavirus-vaccine.html | 0.330904 |
Whats driving the surge in rate-reset preferred shares? | Open this photo in gallery The prospect of rising bond interest rates combined with a bonus of several percentage points has turned rate-reset preferred shares into glamour stocks. marchmeena29/iStockPhoto / Getty Images Prices of rate-reset preferred shares, which pay dividends at a fixed rate until theyre reset every five years, have been soaring. And as interest rates rise, these shares payouts will increase as their rates reset regardless of what their issuers common stocks do on the basis of sales or profits. Rate-reset preferred shares make up three-quarters of the S&P/TSX Preferred Share Index, which has risen by 56 per cent since hitting a low on March 16, 2020. Meanwhile, the S&P/TSX Composite Index has risen by about 62 per cent in the same period. Looking ahead, investors are pushing the prices of rate-reset preferred shares even higher in anticipation of further interest rate increases. Whats driving the performance of these stocks is their architecture. Every five years, they adjust their payouts to the five-year Government of Canada bond rate plus a hefty bonus of several percentage points. That varies with each issue. Story continues below advertisement Thus, a rate-reset preferred share with a typical boost of four percentage points to the recent five-year Government of Canada bond that paid 0.94 per cent on April 26 will have a net return of 4.94 per cent. Thats the rate for five years regardless of how the issuing company does as long as it has the money to pay preferred share dividends. Those dividends have to be paid before common shareholders get their dividends. To be sure, dividends on rate-reset preferred shares are only paid when the issuing company has the cash. Yet, they get treated like common stock when it comes to taxes, and therefore have the benefit of the dividend tax credit, making them depending on the holders tax bracket a much more attractive investment than a fully taxed bond In a sense, rate-reset preferred shares are in recovery. When the Bank of Canada overnight rate, which had been at 1.75 per cent since October, 2018, fell to 0.25 per cent in March, 2020, as the COVID-19 crisis began to grip the Canadian economy, it dragged down all long-term interest rates and, in effect, rate-reset preferred shares. Now, the tables have turned. The market expects interest rates to rise, although there is disagreement about just when. Nevertheless, the prospect of rising bond interest rates plus a bonus of several percentage points has turned rate-reset preferred shares into glamour stocks. For example, Manulife Financial Corp.s 3.80 per cent Series 17, MFC-PR-M-T rate-reset preferred share traded at more than $22.50 for 2018 and much of 2019, then tumbled with falling interest rates below $12.50 in 2020. It has recently traded at $23.10 on the prospect of the rising five-year Government of Canada bond rate plus 2.30 per cent on the payout reset date of December, 2024. The bad news is that all preferred share dividends come after bondholders and other corporate obligations are paid. Moreover, preferred share issuers can call them or redeem the stocks on reset dates rather than pay higher dividends in the ensuing five years. That risk is evident in the yields of rate-reset preferred shares compared to yields of bonds and stocks. For example, BCE Inc. BCE-T common shares, recently priced at $57.87, pay an annual dividend of $3.50 to yield 6.56 per cent. For preferreds, the BCE 4.26 per cent Series AO preferred share BCE-PR-O-T was recently priced at $24.03 to yield 4.43 per cent. It resets on March 31, 2022. at the Government of Canada five-year bond rate plus 3.09 per cent. Story continues below advertisement At the time of writing, the five-year Canada bond pays 0.94 per cent, so if the BCE rate-reset preferred share were reset today, it would pay 4.03 per cent more than four times the federal bond. Meanwhile, a BCE 7.0 per cent bond was recently priced at $134.34 to yield 3.32 per cent. Clearly, yield rises with risk. But rate-reset preferred shares call price restrains how high their prices can go. In fact, Alfred Lee, portfolio manager and investment strategist at BMO Global Asset Management in Toronto, notes that 65 per cent of preferred shares are called by issuers, which then pay the usual price of $25 a share. If investors bought the share for more than the call price, they risk a loss. If not called, the shares, which are perpetual, can be outstanding for a great many years. In contrast, if investors bought a preferred share for less than $25, a call at $25 offers a capital gain. But even a small loss is mitigated by the fact that preferred dividends get the dividend tax credit, which makes them more appealing than bond payouts taxed as income. Investors have to balance the tax disadvantage, in the case of bonds, with tax-advantaged preferred share yield. But there is a catch, says Chris Kresic, head of fixed income and asset allocation for Jarislowsky Fraser Ltd in Toronto. When you buy a preferred [share], you are transferring a call option to the issuer. It can take away the upside, he says. The investor has to price the call risk. Its the difference between the current share price and the call price. Thats one potential loss. The other is that preferred shares, which are equity, tend to follow the prices of their issuers common shares. If the price of a common share goes down, the preferred share is likely to follow. Looking five years ahead, James Orlando, senior economist at Toronto-Dominion Bank, says the five-year Government of Canada bond rate could be 1.95 per cent in 2026. That would make a typical preferred with a base interest of 3 per cent pay 4.95 per cent, a fact that would be noticed by issuers who could call at the usual $25 price, depending on whether they could refinance at lower bond rate interest, which would be tax-deductible as a cost of business to the issuer. Dividends for preferred shares, like common dividends, come out of profits. They are not costs. Story continues below advertisement For rate-reset preferred share investors, the advantage of being first in line for dividends ahead of common shares needs to be balanced with the risk of the share being called. | Investors are pushing the prices of rate- Reset preferred shares even higher in anticipation of further interest rate increases. | ctrlsum | 0 | https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/globe-advisor/advisor-stocks/article-whats-driving-the-surge-in-rate-reset-preferred-shares/ | 0.375494 |
Whats driving the surge in rate-reset preferred shares? | Open this photo in gallery The prospect of rising bond interest rates combined with a bonus of several percentage points has turned rate-reset preferred shares into glamour stocks. marchmeena29/iStockPhoto / Getty Images Prices of rate-reset preferred shares, which pay dividends at a fixed rate until theyre reset every five years, have been soaring. And as interest rates rise, these shares payouts will increase as their rates reset regardless of what their issuers common stocks do on the basis of sales or profits. Rate-reset preferred shares make up three-quarters of the S&P/TSX Preferred Share Index, which has risen by 56 per cent since hitting a low on March 16, 2020. Meanwhile, the S&P/TSX Composite Index has risen by about 62 per cent in the same period. Looking ahead, investors are pushing the prices of rate-reset preferred shares even higher in anticipation of further interest rate increases. Whats driving the performance of these stocks is their architecture. Every five years, they adjust their payouts to the five-year Government of Canada bond rate plus a hefty bonus of several percentage points. That varies with each issue. Story continues below advertisement Thus, a rate-reset preferred share with a typical boost of four percentage points to the recent five-year Government of Canada bond that paid 0.94 per cent on April 26 will have a net return of 4.94 per cent. Thats the rate for five years regardless of how the issuing company does as long as it has the money to pay preferred share dividends. Those dividends have to be paid before common shareholders get their dividends. To be sure, dividends on rate-reset preferred shares are only paid when the issuing company has the cash. Yet, they get treated like common stock when it comes to taxes, and therefore have the benefit of the dividend tax credit, making them depending on the holders tax bracket a much more attractive investment than a fully taxed bond In a sense, rate-reset preferred shares are in recovery. When the Bank of Canada overnight rate, which had been at 1.75 per cent since October, 2018, fell to 0.25 per cent in March, 2020, as the COVID-19 crisis began to grip the Canadian economy, it dragged down all long-term interest rates and, in effect, rate-reset preferred shares. Now, the tables have turned. The market expects interest rates to rise, although there is disagreement about just when. Nevertheless, the prospect of rising bond interest rates plus a bonus of several percentage points has turned rate-reset preferred shares into glamour stocks. For example, Manulife Financial Corp.s 3.80 per cent Series 17, MFC-PR-M-T rate-reset preferred share traded at more than $22.50 for 2018 and much of 2019, then tumbled with falling interest rates below $12.50 in 2020. It has recently traded at $23.10 on the prospect of the rising five-year Government of Canada bond rate plus 2.30 per cent on the payout reset date of December, 2024. The bad news is that all preferred share dividends come after bondholders and other corporate obligations are paid. Moreover, preferred share issuers can call them or redeem the stocks on reset dates rather than pay higher dividends in the ensuing five years. That risk is evident in the yields of rate-reset preferred shares compared to yields of bonds and stocks. For example, BCE Inc. BCE-T common shares, recently priced at $57.87, pay an annual dividend of $3.50 to yield 6.56 per cent. For preferreds, the BCE 4.26 per cent Series AO preferred share BCE-PR-O-T was recently priced at $24.03 to yield 4.43 per cent. It resets on March 31, 2022. at the Government of Canada five-year bond rate plus 3.09 per cent. Story continues below advertisement At the time of writing, the five-year Canada bond pays 0.94 per cent, so if the BCE rate-reset preferred share were reset today, it would pay 4.03 per cent more than four times the federal bond. Meanwhile, a BCE 7.0 per cent bond was recently priced at $134.34 to yield 3.32 per cent. Clearly, yield rises with risk. But rate-reset preferred shares call price restrains how high their prices can go. In fact, Alfred Lee, portfolio manager and investment strategist at BMO Global Asset Management in Toronto, notes that 65 per cent of preferred shares are called by issuers, which then pay the usual price of $25 a share. If investors bought the share for more than the call price, they risk a loss. If not called, the shares, which are perpetual, can be outstanding for a great many years. In contrast, if investors bought a preferred share for less than $25, a call at $25 offers a capital gain. But even a small loss is mitigated by the fact that preferred dividends get the dividend tax credit, which makes them more appealing than bond payouts taxed as income. Investors have to balance the tax disadvantage, in the case of bonds, with tax-advantaged preferred share yield. But there is a catch, says Chris Kresic, head of fixed income and asset allocation for Jarislowsky Fraser Ltd in Toronto. When you buy a preferred [share], you are transferring a call option to the issuer. It can take away the upside, he says. The investor has to price the call risk. Its the difference between the current share price and the call price. Thats one potential loss. The other is that preferred shares, which are equity, tend to follow the prices of their issuers common shares. If the price of a common share goes down, the preferred share is likely to follow. Looking five years ahead, James Orlando, senior economist at Toronto-Dominion Bank, says the five-year Government of Canada bond rate could be 1.95 per cent in 2026. That would make a typical preferred with a base interest of 3 per cent pay 4.95 per cent, a fact that would be noticed by issuers who could call at the usual $25 price, depending on whether they could refinance at lower bond rate interest, which would be tax-deductible as a cost of business to the issuer. Dividends for preferred shares, like common dividends, come out of profits. They are not costs. Story continues below advertisement For rate-reset preferred share investors, the advantage of being first in line for dividends ahead of common shares needs to be balanced with the risk of the share being called. | Rate-reset preferred shares pay dividends at a fixed rate until theyre reset every five years. As interest rates rise, these shares payouts will increase as their rates reset. | pegasus | 1 | https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/globe-advisor/advisor-stocks/article-whats-driving-the-surge-in-rate-reset-preferred-shares/ | 0.174269 |
Whats driving the surge in rate-reset preferred shares? | Open this photo in gallery The prospect of rising bond interest rates combined with a bonus of several percentage points has turned rate-reset preferred shares into glamour stocks. marchmeena29/iStockPhoto / Getty Images Prices of rate-reset preferred shares, which pay dividends at a fixed rate until theyre reset every five years, have been soaring. And as interest rates rise, these shares payouts will increase as their rates reset regardless of what their issuers common stocks do on the basis of sales or profits. Rate-reset preferred shares make up three-quarters of the S&P/TSX Preferred Share Index, which has risen by 56 per cent since hitting a low on March 16, 2020. Meanwhile, the S&P/TSX Composite Index has risen by about 62 per cent in the same period. Looking ahead, investors are pushing the prices of rate-reset preferred shares even higher in anticipation of further interest rate increases. Whats driving the performance of these stocks is their architecture. Every five years, they adjust their payouts to the five-year Government of Canada bond rate plus a hefty bonus of several percentage points. That varies with each issue. Story continues below advertisement Thus, a rate-reset preferred share with a typical boost of four percentage points to the recent five-year Government of Canada bond that paid 0.94 per cent on April 26 will have a net return of 4.94 per cent. Thats the rate for five years regardless of how the issuing company does as long as it has the money to pay preferred share dividends. Those dividends have to be paid before common shareholders get their dividends. To be sure, dividends on rate-reset preferred shares are only paid when the issuing company has the cash. Yet, they get treated like common stock when it comes to taxes, and therefore have the benefit of the dividend tax credit, making them depending on the holders tax bracket a much more attractive investment than a fully taxed bond In a sense, rate-reset preferred shares are in recovery. When the Bank of Canada overnight rate, which had been at 1.75 per cent since October, 2018, fell to 0.25 per cent in March, 2020, as the COVID-19 crisis began to grip the Canadian economy, it dragged down all long-term interest rates and, in effect, rate-reset preferred shares. Now, the tables have turned. The market expects interest rates to rise, although there is disagreement about just when. Nevertheless, the prospect of rising bond interest rates plus a bonus of several percentage points has turned rate-reset preferred shares into glamour stocks. For example, Manulife Financial Corp.s 3.80 per cent Series 17, MFC-PR-M-T rate-reset preferred share traded at more than $22.50 for 2018 and much of 2019, then tumbled with falling interest rates below $12.50 in 2020. It has recently traded at $23.10 on the prospect of the rising five-year Government of Canada bond rate plus 2.30 per cent on the payout reset date of December, 2024. The bad news is that all preferred share dividends come after bondholders and other corporate obligations are paid. Moreover, preferred share issuers can call them or redeem the stocks on reset dates rather than pay higher dividends in the ensuing five years. That risk is evident in the yields of rate-reset preferred shares compared to yields of bonds and stocks. For example, BCE Inc. BCE-T common shares, recently priced at $57.87, pay an annual dividend of $3.50 to yield 6.56 per cent. For preferreds, the BCE 4.26 per cent Series AO preferred share BCE-PR-O-T was recently priced at $24.03 to yield 4.43 per cent. It resets on March 31, 2022. at the Government of Canada five-year bond rate plus 3.09 per cent. Story continues below advertisement At the time of writing, the five-year Canada bond pays 0.94 per cent, so if the BCE rate-reset preferred share were reset today, it would pay 4.03 per cent more than four times the federal bond. Meanwhile, a BCE 7.0 per cent bond was recently priced at $134.34 to yield 3.32 per cent. Clearly, yield rises with risk. But rate-reset preferred shares call price restrains how high their prices can go. In fact, Alfred Lee, portfolio manager and investment strategist at BMO Global Asset Management in Toronto, notes that 65 per cent of preferred shares are called by issuers, which then pay the usual price of $25 a share. If investors bought the share for more than the call price, they risk a loss. If not called, the shares, which are perpetual, can be outstanding for a great many years. In contrast, if investors bought a preferred share for less than $25, a call at $25 offers a capital gain. But even a small loss is mitigated by the fact that preferred dividends get the dividend tax credit, which makes them more appealing than bond payouts taxed as income. Investors have to balance the tax disadvantage, in the case of bonds, with tax-advantaged preferred share yield. But there is a catch, says Chris Kresic, head of fixed income and asset allocation for Jarislowsky Fraser Ltd in Toronto. When you buy a preferred [share], you are transferring a call option to the issuer. It can take away the upside, he says. The investor has to price the call risk. Its the difference between the current share price and the call price. Thats one potential loss. The other is that preferred shares, which are equity, tend to follow the prices of their issuers common shares. If the price of a common share goes down, the preferred share is likely to follow. Looking five years ahead, James Orlando, senior economist at Toronto-Dominion Bank, says the five-year Government of Canada bond rate could be 1.95 per cent in 2026. That would make a typical preferred with a base interest of 3 per cent pay 4.95 per cent, a fact that would be noticed by issuers who could call at the usual $25 price, depending on whether they could refinance at lower bond rate interest, which would be tax-deductible as a cost of business to the issuer. Dividends for preferred shares, like common dividends, come out of profits. They are not costs. Story continues below advertisement For rate-reset preferred share investors, the advantage of being first in line for dividends ahead of common shares needs to be balanced with the risk of the share being called. | Prices of rate-reset preferred shares, which pay dividends at a fixed rate until they're reset every five years, have been soaring. As interest rates rise, these shares payouts will increase as their rates reset regardless of what their issuers common stocks do on the basis of sales or profits. | bart | 2 | https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/globe-advisor/advisor-stocks/article-whats-driving-the-surge-in-rate-reset-preferred-shares/ | 0.349983 |
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