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NEW YORK, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Wells Fargo & Company.
Shareholders who purchased shares of WFC during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Wells Fargo common stock between February 24, 2021 and June 9, 2022.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Wells Fargo had misrepresented its commitment to diversity in the Company's workplace; (ii) Wells Fargo conducted fake job interviews in order to meet its Diverse Search Requirement; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected Wells Fargo to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement action, including criminal charges; (iv) all of the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to negatively impact Wells Fargo's reputation; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: August 29, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/wells-fargo-loss-submission-form/?id=29984&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of WFC during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is August 29, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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| 2022-07-20T11:01:05Z |
Company Receives "Prime" ISS ESG Corporate Rating And Inclusion In The "2022 Verité 40" Carbon Score Index By Axylia
CLICHY, France, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BIC announces it has been recognized with two new distinctions for its corporate ESG initiatives and sustainable business development.
Specifically, BIC achieved the "Prime" ISS ESG Corporate rating, fulfilling the holistic sustainability performance requirements based on an analysis of more than 100 sector-specific ESG factors, judged against industry peers. In addition, BIC has been included on Axylia's 2022 Verité 40*1 (Truth Index 40), affirming the Company's ability to cover its "CO2 bill" and continue to create sustainable value.
"We are honored to have such respected institutions acknowledge our advancements as we continue to innovate long-lasting products for our consumers with the planet, society and future generations in mind." said Gonzalve Bich, BIC Chief Executive Officer. "These distinctions give us further confidence we are on the right path and empower us to go even further in fulfilling our mission to bring simplicity and joy to everyday life, responsibly and sustainably."
BIC's approach to sustainability is deeply rooted in the Company's values and has been a cornerstone of day-to-day operations for over 70 years. In 2018, the Company reinforced its commitment to sustainable development by establishing Writing The Future, Together, a forward looking, global program underpinned by five major commitments. These commitments that guide corporate decision making were recently strengthened by the Company's GHG emission reduction targets, membership in the United Nations Global Compact, and ESG share buyback program.
A world leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, BIC brings simplicity and joy to everyday Life. For more than 75 years, the Company has honored the tradition of providing high-quality, affordable, essential products to consumers everywhere. Through this unwavering dedication, BIC has become one of the most recognized brands and is a trademark registered worldwide. Today, BIC products are sold in more than 160 countries around the world and feature iconic brands such as BIC Kids™, BIC Flex™, BodyMark by BIC™, Cello®, Djeep, Lucky Stationery, Rocketbook, Soleil®, Tipp-Ex®, Us. ™, Wite-Out®, Inkbox and more. In 2021, BIC Net Sales were 1,831.9 million euros. The Company is listed on "Euronext Paris"," is part of the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable development and education. It received an A- Leadership score from CDP. For more, visit www.bic.com.
1*The Axylia Carbon® Score assesses a company's ability to pay its theoretical Carbon bill. The Carbon bill (CO2 emissions x Carbon cost) is deducted from the company's EBITDA, leading to a "Carbon-adjusted" EBITDA, which measures the ability of the company to remain profitable (A, B, C) or not (D, E, F) once its theoretical Carbon bill is deducted. BIC was awarded a B score in 2022 and included into to the "2022 Verité 40" Carbon Score Index.
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| 2022-06-23T17:51:40Z |
Which gluten-free ramen is best?
Ask a person eating a gluten-free diet what they miss the most, and you’ll get one of two answers: bread or pasta. If you could go years without a slice of bread but can’t say no to a piping hot bowl of ramen, you already understand the importance of the noodle. The best gluten-free ramen perfectly replicates the texture and taste of its gluten-filled counterparts.
If you are just diving into the world of gluten-free ramen, Lotus Foods Millet and Brown Rice Ramen is a good place to start. This pack of 10 comes with 10 individual flavoring pouches but can also be used plain in any ramen noodle dishes you’d like to try.
What to know before you buy gluten-free ramen
Primary ingredients
You don’t need to be a chopsticks pro to enjoy a delicious bowl of ramen, but you do need to decide what type of gluten-free ramen you are looking for.
Primary choices include ingredients such as:
- Buckwheat: A dense flour that is usually reserved for thicker noodles such as soba.
- Millet: Generally used in combination with another type of gluten-free flour.
- Rice: The most common substitute and widely available.
Gluten is sometimes replaced by starches and gums to improve their stretch, but the ingredient list is often simple and clean.
Cooking time
Traditional ramen takes just a few minutes to cook. In fact, most prepackaged versions can be covered with boiling water and left to steep. However, some gluten-free ramen requires longer cooking times and cannot be prepared by pouring boiling water over it. If time is of the essence, check the average cooking times on the package before you buy.
Hot vs. cold
Not all gluten-free ramen works well in both hot and cold dishes. If you need something versatile, look for a combination of flours and experiment with temperatures.
What to look for in quality gluten-free ramen
Seasoning packets
Cooks new to the world of ramen might need a little inspiration. If this sounds like you, look for ramen with a seasoning packet to get you started. This serves as a good base for whatever dishes you’d like to try.
Free from allergens
Because many people consuming a gluten-free diet are also avoiding other allergens, it’s critical to read the ingredients list to make sure the ramen works for you. The best gluten-free versions are free from:
- Dairy
- Nuts, including tree nuts and peanuts
- Soy
- Corn
- Eggs
- Fish and shellfish
Made in a dedicated facility
There are currently three international companies that certify gluten-free facilities.
- Gluten Intolerance Group’s Gluten-Free Certification Organization
- BRC Global Standards (formerly the Allergen Control Group)
- NSF International
Look for the seal of one of these organizations on your package of gluten-free ramen.
Tips for serving gluten-free ramen
As with their gluten-filled counterparts, these noodles need to be cooked and eaten fresh.
- Follow the package preparation directions closely.
- Cook the ramen separately and then add to any broth.
- If you prefer no broth, prepare mazeman — brothless ramen — by mixing cooked noodles in a sauce of sesame oil, miso paste, tamari, butter and garlic. Thin the sauce with hot water, then toss in the ramen and heat through.
- If using ramen in soup, regular chicken or vegetable broth works. Flavor the broth with dashi or miso paste.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce in broth or as a garnish.
- Avoid gluten in your garnishes. Add scallions, jammy egg, sliced pork, fresh radish, chopped and pickled cabbage, chili paste and crumbled nori to taste.
How much you can expect to spend on gluten-free ramen
Because package sizes can differ, it’s best to price out ramen in ounces. Expect to spend 64 cents to $1.75 per ounce.
Gluten-free ramen FAQ
Can you use gluten-free ramen when it is not cooked?
A. No. Traditional ramen is crumbly when uncooked, and it can be used as a crunchy textural element on things like salad and even as a topping on some other soups and broths. Because it uses nontraditional flour, gluten-free ramen is very hard when uncooked and cannot be eaten raw.
Do you have to use the entire seasoning packet?
A. No. You can use as much or as little as you like, seasoning to your own taste.
What’s the best gluten-free ramen to buy?
Top gluten-free ramen
Lotus Foods Millet and Brown Rice Ramen
What you need to know: This is a nutrient-dense, delicious ramen that is ready to eat in five minutes.
What you’ll love: This pack of ten individual cakes of ramen is organic, dairy-free, kosher and vegan. It works well in both hot and cold dishes, and it has a light nutty taste that absorbs whatever sauce or condiments you add. These come with a small red miso flavoring packet for each ramen cake. They are low in sodium and also available in brown rice and jade pearl varieties.
What you should consider: Some reviewers missed the extra sodium.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top gluten-free ramen for the money
Gluten Free Meister Japanese Ramen
What you need to know: These noodles are a blank canvas for any flavors you’d like to add.
What you’ll love: In addition to being gluten- and wheat-free, they are also free from the top eight allergens, including milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts and soy. They are vegan and made from non-GMO Japanese rice flour in a dedicated gluten-free facility. They cook in less than five minutes. This is a pack of ten.
What you should consider: These noodles are soft and best consumed immediately after cooking.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Thai Kitchen Instant Rice Noodle Soup Variety Pack Gluten Free Ramen
What you need to know: You can try three different flavors with this variety pack.
What you’ll love: This variety pack of 12 contains four each of garlic and vegetable, onion and lemongrass and chili instant ramen. The noodles are egg-free and ready in three minutes or less. The ingredients lists are generally shorter and contain cleaner ingredients than traditional ramen.
What you should consider: These contain milk products and are therefore not vegan.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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| 2022-06-29T17:43:06Z |
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| 2022-07-26T07:26:55Z |
Justice Department unveils new efforts to combat hate crimes
By Jessica Schneider, CNN
The Justice Department will announce renewed efforts to combat hate crimes across the country Friday, just days after 10 people were killed in a Buffalo supermarket shooting that officials have called a racially motivated hate crime.
Attorney General Merrick Garland is expected to unveil three new initiatives aimed at deterring and confronting hate crimes. First, the Justice Department will issue guidance on steps law enforcement officials and community organizations can take to raise awareness about increased hate crimes and encourage prevention. The latest statistics from the FBI show hate crimes at their highest levels in more than a decade, particularly against Black and Asian American communities.
The Justice Department will also open grant opportunities for states interested in creating state-run hate crime reporting hotlines. This initiative will provide additional funding to states that report their hate crime data to the FBI. Currently, local law enforcement agencies are not required to submit their data to the FBI for its annual crime report, with 3,000 law enforcement agencies in the country declining to submit statistics in 2020. The Justice Department and FBI are required by the 1990 Hate Crime Statistics Act to publish an annual report on hate crimes.
Finally, the Justice Department will announce its hiring of the first-ever Language Access Coordinator to work in the newly restored Office for Access to Justice.
“Language access is a key barrier to the reporting of hate crimes,” a Justice Department official said. “And the language access coordinator will help improve the knowledge, use and expansion of the Department’s language resources.”
The announcements come one year after Garland issued a comprehensive memo detailing increased resources that would be used to combat a spike in hate crimes.
“We know that hate crimes have a unique impact because of the terror they inflict on entire communities,” a Justice Department official said. “Attorney General Garland has said that the Justice Department will use every resource at its disposal to confront unlawful acts of hate and to hold accountable those who perpetrate them.”
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| 2022-05-20T13:21:30Z |
Powerful 450 Watt Graphics Card Enables Extreme Performance and the Ultimate in Game Immersion
AALBORG, Denmark, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Asetek, sim racing gear innovator, the creator of the all-in-one liquid cooler, and the global leader in liquid cooling solutions for gaming PCs and DIY enthusiasts, has partnered with ASUS to integrate its high-performance liquid cooling technology into the new ROG Strix LC GeForce RTX™ 3090 Ti OC Edition graphics card. This graphics card reigns supreme by combining Asetek liquid cooling technology with NVIDIA Ampere architecture and 24GB GDDR6X of memory for extreme overclocking performance and silent operation, enabling the ultimate in game immersion for the most rigorous gameplay sessions.
With a 450W thermal design power (TDP), the new top-of-the-line GeForce RTX™ 3090 Ti supports 8K HDR Gaming and requires serious thermal management. The ROG Strix LC GeForce RTX™ 3090 Ti OC Edition utilizes Asetek's latest technology and includes an optimized fin area for the NVIDIA Ampere architecture, and a full-coverage cold plate to bring liquid cooling to both the GPU die and the surrounding GDDR6X VRAM memory.
Durable 560mm tubes offer ample flexibility for easy tube routing to enable a sleek build, and the 240mm aluminum radiator provides an optimal balance of heat dissipation and chassis compatibility. The all-in-one (AIO) GPU cooler includes two 120mm ARGB fans with Aura Sync RGB support for customizable lighting and color effects. Built for the long haul, this AIO keeps the graphics card operating well below the thermal threshold while under load, which extends the life of vital components due to the reduced thermal stress.
"After the successful introduction of our ROG Strix LC GeForce RTX™ 3080 Ti graphics card in 2021, we are excited to partner again with Asetek on our most advanced ROG graphics card to date," said David Yang, Senior Director at ASUS. "Our ROG Strix LC GeForce RTX™ 3090 Ti OC Edition can handle the heat from the latest NVIDIA Ampere processors, along with their surrounding memory chips, while also enabling personalization through customizable ARGB lighting across the shroud and radiator fans."
"Proper thermal management is more important than ever to get the most out of NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3090 Ti graphics cards," said John Hamill, Chief Operating Officer at Asetek. "We are thrilled that once again ASUS turned to Asetek for our liquid cooling expertise and innovation that enables them to provide their customers extreme performance and the ultimate in gameplay immersion."
For more information about ROG Strix LC GeForce RTX™ 3090 Ti OC Edition graphics card with the ROG LC 240mm GPU cooler, visit ROG Strix LC GeForce RTX 3090 Ti OC Edition 24GB GDDR6X | Graphics Card | ASUS Global.
To learn more about Asetek liquid cooling, please visit www.asetek.com.
About ASUS
ASUS is a global technology leader that provides the world's most innovative and intuitive devices, components and solutions to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. With its team of 5,000 in-house R&D experts, ASUS is world-renowned for continuously reimagining today's technologies for tomorrow, garners more than 11 awards every day for quality, innovation and design, and is ranked among Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies.
About Asetek
Asetek (ASTK.OL), a global leader in mechatronic innovation, is a Danish garage-to-stock-exchange success story. Founded in 2000, Asetek established its innovative position as the leading OEM developer and producer of the all-in-one liquid cooler for all major PC & Enthusiast gaming brands. In 2013, Asetek went public while expanding into energy-efficient and environmentally friendly cooling solutions for data centers. In 2021, Asetek is introducing its line of products for next-level immersive SimSports gaming experiences. Asetek is headquartered in Denmark and has operations in China, Taiwan, and the United States.
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| 2022-06-07T07:07:05Z |
SINGAPORE, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asia Natural Gas & Energy Association (ANGEA) has announced the appointment of Mr. Paul Everingham, a highly respected energy industry leader, as its inaugural CEO.
Mr. Everingham joins ANGEA after serving as the CEO of Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia and leading the sector's response to the challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic. He brings an exceptional track record in leading successful organizations and operating at the intersection of economic and sustainability issues to lead ANGEA through the next stages of its growth.
"Paul's industry knowledge and leadership experience will be instrumental in realizing our core mission to build trusted partnerships with governments, regulators, and civil organizations to help develop the policies needed to enable societies to continue to thrive," said Nigel Hearne, ANGEA Chairman and Chevron's President of Eurasia-Pacific Exploration and Production[1].
Launched in October 2021 by some of the world's leading global and regional energy companies, ANGEA supports Asia-Pacific nations progress towards a lower-carbon energy future, utilizing reliable and affordable natural gas as a strategic source of energy which contributes to the social and economic growth of each country and the region at-large.
"Our industry has a vital, enabling role and responsibility in the long-term development of low-carbon energy policies and solutions, while at the same time making sure countries have reliable and secure sources of energy to meet growing demand," said Mr. Hearne.
Paul Everingham shared: "I am excited to be part of such an important initiative to support the energy transition throughout Asia Pacific. I look forward to building strong ties across the region so together we can overcome the immensely varied energy challenges facing individual nations on their journey to achieve a secure and affordable transition, while protecting the environment and facilitating the social and economic changes vital for success."
"Now is a critical time for policy decisions throughout the Asia-Pacific region, where the private sector expertise can meaningfully contribute to public interests by helping governments reach their energy and environmental goals," Mr. Everingham added.
Mr. Everingham has held senior leadership positions in the Australian public sector as Executive Director and CEO of the Liberal Party of Western Australia, as well as Senior Adviser to the Treasury in Australia.
For more information, please contact [email protected].
About the Asia Natural Gas & Energy Association (ANGEA)
ANGEA is an industry association representing LNG and natural gas producers, energy buyers, suppliers and companies in APAC. Based in Singapore, it works in partnership with governments and societies across the region to deliver reliable and secure energy solutions that achieve national economic, energy security, social and environmental objectives and meet global climate goals.
ANGEA recognizes that natural gas is complementary to new energy solutions, which together enable and accelerate energy transition in nations across the region. As countries increasingly move to newer and renewable forms of energy, ANGEA can examine how a combination of energy sources can support national policy objectives.
ANGEA brings together extensive experience from its founding member companies including Chevron, ExxonMobil, JERA, JGC Corp, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, ConocoPhillips, Santos and Sumitomo/Japan LNG. ANGEA members have extensive capabilities and deep subject matter expertise along the entire energy value chain that can be harnessed as trusted partners in the development of sound policy and technical solutions that deliver low carbon energy solutions and attract the investment needed.
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| 2022-09-07T05:57:12Z |
BERWYN, Pa., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RM LAW, P.C. announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of all persons or entities that purchased MINISO Group Holding Limited. ("MINISO" or the "Company") (NYSE: MNSO) pursuant or traceable to the Company's October 2020 initial public offering ("IPO").
MINISO shareholders may, no later than October 17, 2022, move the Court for appointment as a lead plaintiff of the Class. If you purchased shares of MINISO and would like to learn more about these claims or if you wish to discuss these matters and have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights, contact Richard A. Maniskas, Esquire toll-free at (844) 291-9299 or to sign up online, click here.
The class action lawsuit alleges that the IPO's Registration Statement was false and/or misleading and/or failed to disclose that: (i) defendants and other undisclosed related parties owned and controlled a much larger amount of MINISO stores than previously stated; (ii) as a result, MINISO concealed its true costs; (iii) MINISO did not represent its true business model; (iv) defendants, including MINISO and its Chairman, engaged in planned unusual and unclear transactions; (v) as a result of at least one of these transactions, MINISO is at risk of breaching contracts with PRC authorities; and (vi) MINISO would imminently and drastically drop its franchise fees.
On July 26, 2022, market researcher Blue Orca Capital published a report on MINISO, which alleged several issues with the Company, including that (i) MINISO's stores are secretly owned by Company executives or insiders closely connected to the chairman, and (ii) overwhelming evidence shows that MINISO misleads the market about its core business. Blue Orca explained, "[o]ur suspicion is that MINISO realized early in the pre-IPO process that a brick-and-mortar retailer would be far less attractive to investors than an asset-light franchise business, so we think that [MINISO] simply lied about these stores." Blue Orca added its belief "that the chairman siphoned hundreds of millions from the public company through opaque Caribbean jurisdictions as the middleman in a crooked headquarters deal." Blue Orca further concluded that "[i]ndependent evidence, including archived disclosures on MINISO's Chinese website, reports in Chinese media and interviews with former employees, indicate that MINISO is a brand in serious peril," noting that "MINISO lowered its franchising fee by 63% over the past two years in a desperate effort to attract franchisees." On this news, MINISO's ADS price fell nearly 15%.
As of July 27, 2022, MINISO ADSs closed at $5.66 per ADS, representing more than a 70% decline from the $20.00 IPO price.
If you are a member of the class, you may, no later than October 17, 2022, request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff of the class. A lead plaintiff is a representative party that acts on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. In order to be appointed lead plaintiff, the Court must determine that the class member's claim is typical of the claims of other class members, and that the class member will adequately represent the class. Under certain circumstances, one or more class members may together serve as "lead plaintiff." Your ability to share in any recovery is not, however, affected by the decision whether or not to serve as a lead plaintiff. You may retain RM LAW, P.C. or other counsel of your choice, to serve as your counsel in this action.
For more information regarding this, please contact RM LAW, P.C. (Richard A. Maniskas, Esquire) toll-free at (844) 291-9299 or by email at [email protected] or click here. For more information about class action cases in general or to learn more about RM LAW, P.C. please visit our website by clicking here.
RM LAW, P.C. is a national shareholder litigation firm. RM LAW, P.C. is devoted to protecting the interests of individual and institutional investors in shareholder actions in state and federal courts nationwide.
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| 2022-08-23T22:49:59Z |
Annual Paychex Pulse of HR Report reveals challenges and opportunities for HR leaders and their companies as they navigate today's business and hiring environment
ROCHESTER, N.Y., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR Report provides a comprehensive, in-depth look at how HR leaders are adapting to support their employees in a new era of work. The sixth annual report from Paychex, Inc., a leading provider of integrated human capital management software solutions for human resources, payroll, benefits, and insurance services, shows that only 15% of companies have staff working exclusively on-site, reflecting the growing emphasis on remote and hybrid work.
The survey of 1,000 HR leaders across the U.S. reveals that as more teams are dispersed and adopt flexible schedules, HR professionals believe tools and more opportunities for training and career development are essential to supporting remote/hybrid employees and managers, including:
- Technology to support communication around goal setting, career advancement, and development between employees and managers (45%)
- Employee training/skill building (41%)
- Training for managers to support employee career advancement/development (35%)
"The current environment has redefined the priorities of an HR professional, forcing them to adapt at lightning speed," said Alison Stevens, director of HR Services, Paychex. "With the right tools and peer insights, HR professionals can respond to what matters most to their workforce, deliver on what they need to be happy and engaged, and create a workplace – no matter where they're working from – that benefits their employees and their business."
HR technology tools have helped HR professionals streamline tasks and manage new and ongoing responsibilities more efficiently, helping to alleviate some of this burden of managing remote work. The research shows:
- Half of all HR professionals surveyed said that HR software/technology has helped boost their company efficiency
- Close to 40% of HR leaders say HR software/technology has made it easier to manage payroll and benefits administration
Tracking staff hours worked is now the most time-consuming task for HR professionals and their teams. That activity was cited by 25% of respondents and ranked just ahead of compliance and data management, which have topped the list of most time-consuming tasks in previous years1.
Despite their importance, hiring, onboarding, and retention were identified by half of respondents as the least effective HR activities in their organizations. When asked to share the tactics that are currently working best to increase the number of job applicants, using third-party job sites (33%), employee referrals (33%), hiring remote workers (31%), and emphasizing diversity (31%) topped the list.
The most effective ways to encourage candidates to accept job offers according to the survey included the following:
- Offering higher pay (36%)
- Providing remote and flexible work (34%)
- Emphasizing company culture (30%)
- Making offers quickly (29%)
The top strategies for retaining employees are similar to the ones used to encourage candidates to accept offers: offering flexible hours and remote work (41%) and increasing compensation (36%). Other ways to increase employee retention include focusing on employee engagement, stated by 35% of respondents, demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at 31%, and providing pay transparency and holding "stay" interviews to learn about employees' needs and aspirations, both cited by 27% of all respondents.
Four in ten HR leaders see the benefit of remote work saying that it improves employee emotional, physical, and financial well-being, boosts retention, enhances quality of work, and increases productivity.
Steps and approaches to support remote or hybrid employees include:
- Implementing a system to plan and track scheduled manager/employee meetings to ensure consistency among remote and on-site employees (41%)
- Using technology to optimize remote employee productivity (39%)
- Providing a secure method for employees to receive confidential answers to HR questions (37%)
Sixty percent of HR leaders are concerned about employee burnout, up 18% from before the COVID-19 pandemic. Strategies for supporting employee well-being and alleviating employee burnout include providing flexible work schedules (41%), emphasizing work/life balance as part of company culture (31%), and encouraging managers to create clear job descriptions and expectations to make work feel manageable (29%).
To successfully engage their employees, HR professionals need to track what's most important to their workforce and work to continuously address their needs. Regularly surveying employees about job satisfaction serves as the top strategy for fostering engagement at 41%. Offering job and leadership skills training, and encouraging more communication between employees and managers represent the next two most effective approaches for cultivating employee engagement at 37% and 36%, respectively.
Four in ten HR leaders are incorporating DEI into employee hiring and management; the same number are committed to pay equity through more compensation transparency. Seventy-one percent of HR professionals are taking at least one of the following approaches: offering bias and other DEI-related training (33%), ensuring that vendors and partners have a proven commitment to DEI (33%), making DEI guidelines and documents easily accessible to employees (30%), and getting help from an HR or DEI consultant to create a plan (28%).
For more insights, please view the full research report. To learn more about the report's findings, stop by the Paychex booth (#2850) at the 2022 Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Annual Conference & Exposition, June 12-15, in New Orleans.
The 2022 Paychex Pulse of HR Survey was conducted via an online survey from April 15 - May 6, 2022, among 1,000 HR decision-makers at U.S. companies with 20 or more employees. It is the sixth in an annual series of benchmark surveys investigating HR leaders' challenges, priorities, and use of technology.
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PLANO, Texas, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global provider of real time communications software and IP optical transport solutions to service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure sectors, today announced that it will report financial results for the first quarter of 2022 after the close of the market on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Following the release, Ribbon Communications will host a conference call with the financial community at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss the results.
The Company will offer a live, listen-only webcast of the conference call via the investor section of its website at investors.ribboncommunications.com, where a replay will also be available shortly following the conference call.
Conference call details
Date: Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Time: 4:30 p.m. ET
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A telephone playback of the call will be available following the conference call until May 11, 2022 and can be accessed by calling 877-660-6853 or 201-612-7415 for international callers. The reservation number for the replay is 13727656.
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Ribbon Communications (Nasdaq: RBBN) delivers communications software, IP and optical networking solutions to service providers, enterprises and critical infrastructure sectors globally. We engage deeply with our customers, helping them modernize their networks for improved competitive positioning and business outcomes in today's smart, always-on and data-hungry world. Our innovative, end-to-end solutions portfolio delivers unparalleled scale, performance, and agility, including core to edge software-centric solutions, cloud-native offers, leading-edge security and analytics tools, along with IP and optical networking solutions for 5G. To learn more about Ribbon visit rbbn.com.
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| 2022-04-13T21:38:50Z |
SHANGHAI, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "SUNMEI Group" is officially renamed as "Sunmei Digital Intelligence Technology Group" from now on to comprehensively transform and upgrade towards an intelligent platform company in the industry.
As of December 31, 2021, the Group had over 5,800 hotels, with 3,979 operating hotels which ranked fifth. The members on Xinlimei app had exceeded 123 million. With a coverage rate of third-and fourth-tier cities of 100% and a coverage rate of fifth-tier cities of 90%, Sunmei is the fifth hotel group with the largest sinking market share in China.
Sunmei transforms and upgrades to a digital intelligence company to build a new ecology of digital economy
Sunmei Digital Intelligence Technology Group has been committed to digital construction by focusing on building "hotel brand + intelligent industrial platform" to provide consumers with a better accommodation experience.
It has developed the industry-leading AI hotel managers, and built an intelligent full-process online closed-loop customer demand management system with IOT intelligent mid-end platform as the core.
Reach strategic cooperation with Tuya, Meituan and Tencent Cloud to accelerate the digital intelligence transformation of hotels in the sinking market
In the process of accelerating the digital intelligence transformation of hotels in the sinking market, Sunmei has reached strategic cooperation with Tuya, Meituan and Tencent Cloud to help the Group upgrade to "Sunmei Digital Intelligence Technology Group".
Sunmei and Tuya: Redefining a new generation of smart hotels
Sunmei has developed a one-stop smart hotel solution based on the cloud development platform of Tuya. At the end of July, the brand-new smart hotel model room will be opened in the Sunmei Industrial Park, which will redefine a new generation of smart hotels. The intelligent locks and smart central voice control screens were independently developed by Sunmei.
Sunmei and Meituan: Creating the first digital hotel operating system of Sunmei - AI Operation Manager
Supported by Meituan's big data platform and powerful computing power, and with the price model extracted from thousands of hotels of Sunmei, the AI Operation Manager will implement an intelligent pricing system which realizes dynamic decision-making based on big data. In addition, with the original super operation system and capabilities of private domain improvement and quality improvement, the AI Operation Manager will become the first hotel operating system (HOS) in the industry.
Sunmei and Tencent Cloud: Accommodation cloud
On the basis of Tencent Cloud (IAAS) + Enterprise WeChat Open Platform (PAAS), Sunmei and Tencent Cloud will build an AIOT cloud platform for the whole life cycle management of the accommodation industry. In the future, the platform will provide accommodation cloud solutions for the industry and establish an accommodation value network based on the ecology of "Public Cloud, Enterprise WeChat and Big Data" according to the demands of scenarios in the accommodation ecology.
Three independently-developed intelligent products launched,driving better accommodation experience with technology
Three intelligent products independently developed by Sunmei: intelligent lock, intelligent central control screen and AI operation manager, have been launched, which marks the implementation of Sunmei's strategy of comprehensive intelligent transformation.
In the future, Sunmei will continue to launch a series of intelligent hotel products to build us into a brand-new excellent technology brand, and exhibit the role of Sunmei's brand influence in intelligent hotels to the maximum.
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| 2022-07-13T12:38:00Z |
ALBANY — Perhaps as a precursor to the Monday July 4th holiday celebration, fireworks of a different kind exploded at a joint meeting of the Albany City and Dougherty County commissions during a local-option sales tax discussion Wednesday.
Before order was cleared, the chairman-elect of the Dougherty County Commission called a sitting Albany City Commissioner a “punk-ass fag---” and the commissioner leveled sexual misconduct allegations against the soon-to-be commission chairman in an ugly scene that was witnessed by members of both commissions and some citizens in attendance.
The fireworks started when Lorenzo Heard, who was elected to serve as the county commission chairman in the May Democratic primary, walked over to Ward II Albany Commissioner Jalen Johnson after the joint meeting ended. Johnson confronted Heard about personal attacks Heard had made on a radio program the Greater Second Mt. Olive Baptist Church pastor co-hosts on Sundays.
Former City Commissioner Henry Mathis disseminated sealed documents concerning an incident Johnson was involved in during his college days, an incident that was investigated and dismissed. The paperwork surrounding that incident was sealed, and for anyone to have gained access to it constituted misconduct by the college involved.
(The Albany Herald received a copy of the incident report from Mathis but refused to publish any of its content because it was obtained illegally and to do so would have been a breach of Johnson’s rights.)
Johnson, meanwhile, provided paperwork that showed the incident in question had been investigated and dismissed as unfounded.
Still, Heard, who supported one of Johnson’s opponents in the Ward II election, chose to publicly discuss the incident as if it were true.
Johnson said he had not personally met Heard until Wednesday’s joint meeting.
“He repeatedly drug my name through the mud (on the radio program),” the Ward II commissioner said Thursday. “He had been given proof that the allegations were unfounded, and he continued to spew lies against me. I tried to keep it professional because I believe that’s part of being a government leader.
“He walked up to me after the meeting and reached to shake my hand. I told him now would be a good time to acknowledge the untruths he’s been telling. He called me a ‘punk-ass fag---’ ... that’s word-for-word what he said. I was stunned.”
Three other people who were present at the meeting confirmed that Heard did indeed use the homophobic slur in the conversation with Johnson, which witnesses say grew increasingly heated.
“Yes, it turned into an exchange of words,” Johnson said. “And I admit that I let him have it. I’m certain I used a lot of swear words, but I told him that he has a lot of nerve as someone who has enriched himself off the backs of poor people and been involved in misconduct of a sexual nature to talk about anyone else. That is the complete opposite of what it means to be a Christian.”
Contacted by The Albany Herald on Thursday, Heard said he would not comment on “this tabloid stuff.”
“I don’t respond to that,” Heard said. “He (Johnson) got to talking loud ... There were other commissioners there, but I don’t want to get involved in this Jerry Springer-like stuff.”
Current Dougherty Commission Chairman Chris Cohilas said he did not hear the exchange between Johnson and Heard because he’d stepped out of the room after the meeting to conduct some county business.
“When I came back in, I wasn’t aware of what had transpired, but you could cut the tension with a knife,” Cohilas said. “I didn’t really know what went on, and I didn’t really get the story until this morning.
“I’ve talked to people who were there, and from what I am hearing this is embarrassing, it’s humiliating for this commission.”
Charles Capps, a community activist who attends most government meetings, said he could not swear to the comments that were made because he didn’t hear everything that was said. But he noted, “I wanted to talk with (County) Commissioner Clinton Johnson about something, and I saw this gentleman I don’t know in a pastel-colored jacket walk over to Commissioner (Jalen) Johnson. They got into a heated discussion that went on for a minute or so.
“I picked up a couple of words, and one of them was ‘sex.’ So I started listening a little more closely. Commissioner Johnson got pretty loud, and I heard him say something about ‘spreading lies’ and ‘never apologizing.’ And, yes, his comments were, I believe, plastered with a few obscenities.”
Capps said the altercation did not get physical.
“I couldn’t hear anything that the gentleman — who I later learned was Mr. Heard — said, and when the conversation moved outside, Commissioners (Gloria) Gaines, (Clinton) Johnson and (Jalen) Johnson continued what appeared to be an intense discussion. Heard wasn’t involved in that conversation.”
Jalen Johnson said Thursday that while he hated that the conversation unfolded at a public meeting, he stands by his comments about Heard.
“This is a person who, I believe, built his career on falsehoods,” the city commissioner said. “As I said, he got rich off the backs of poor people and created a kind of cult following. Someone should have instructed him on the separation of pulpit and politics before they propped him up to run for office.
“At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter if a person is black, white, gay, straight or anything, we should be seeking the best person to do the job, not someone who doesn’t understand the process and thinks he’s going to be able to get things for himself and his friends. This man is in for a rude awakening.”
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| 2022-06-30T22:13:24Z |
11 movies and TV shows that explore discrimination in the workplace
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11 movies and TV shows that explore discrimination in the workplace
In 1964, following a 250,000-person march on Washington D.C. led by Martin Luther King Jr. and other Black leaders, Congress passed the Civil Rights Act. Among the many sections of the act was one that established the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The EEOC is intended to prevent workplace discrimination and is responsible for investigating discrimination complaints based on a person’s race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, genetic information, and national origin.
According to the EEOC’s own statistics, individual charge filings have been decreasing steadily since 2016, which is certainly encouraging news. Still, workplace discrimination remains a widespread issue that has worked its way into art and popular culture. A number of movies and TV shows over the last few decades have depicted various sorts of work-related harassment and discrimination.
Pyn looked into the history of films and TV shows that depict and explore discrimination in the workplace, whether based on race, sex, class, or ability. To qualify for this list, the movie or show had to have at least a 6.5 on IMDb or at least a Metascore of 65. Entertaining, illuminating, thought-provoking, and often sobering, these onscreen stories remind us of the many forms workplace discrimination can take. They’re also a reminder of how far we’ve come—and how far we still have ahead.
IPC Films
9 to 5 (1980)
– Director: Colin Higgins
– IMDb user rating: 6.9
– Metascore: 58
– Runtime: 109 minutes
In “9 to 5,” Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin star as a trio of women who set out to get even with their “sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot” of a boss. Throughout the early portions of the movie, the ladies’ boss (Dabney Coleman) calls them dumb, demands they perform trivial tasks on his behalf, is sexually inappropriate, and promotes an underqualified male employee over one of them, so the trio orchestrates a twist of fate that leaves their boss incapacitated and the three of them in charge of the company.
The various changes they implement, which lead to a more fair and equal work environment, wind up making the company more successful. Women’s activist Jane Fonda, who came up with the concept for the film, was inspired by a real-life group of women in Boston who created a safe and supportive space to share their gripes about working in male-dominated settings. But despite dealing with very real, and very serious, issues, Fonda insisted the tone of the movie remain light so it wouldn’t sound preachy and viewers would be more open to its message.
Twentieth Century Fox
Working Girl (1988)
– Director: Mike Nichols
– IMDb user rating: 6.8
– Metascore: 73
– Runtime: 113 minutes
A commercial and critical success, “Working Girl” illustrates how women in the workplace aren’t only discriminated against by men, but also by each other. In this late ’80s rom-com, Melanie Griffith plays a smart, ambitious secretary from Staten Island who winds up getting duped by her female boss (Sigourney Weaver) who tries to take credit for her idea. In order to get back at her boss, Griffith pretends to be someone she’s not so she can get the accolades she rightfully deserves.
Throughout the film we see how the women’s classes and education levels afford them different opportunities, make them more (or less) aware of how they need to act in order to get ahead in the male-dominated world, and just generally enable them to act in an unfair manner towards one another. The film earned six Academy Award nominations the year it was released, which sparked a flurry of conversation about its message—a message that remains incredibly relevant to this day.
Universal Pictures
Jungle Fever (1991)
– Director: Spike Lee
– IMDb user rating: 6.6
– Metascore: 78
– Runtime: 132 minutes
Spike Lee’s fifth feature film, “Jungle Fever” has an all-star cast that includes big names like Wesley Snipes, Ruby Dee, Samuel L. Jackson, Halle Berry, and Queen Latifah. It tells the story of a married Black architect, Flipper Purify (Snipes), who, battling feelings of dissatisfaction in his own life, begins an affair with an engaged white woman (Annabella Sciorra).
One of the many factors leading to Flipper’s unhappiness is the racism he experiences at work. The only person of color in his entire firm, Flipper loses it when his promotion to partner is refused because of his race (a slight that happens following a conversation with his boss about how new hires and promotions are awarded based on achievement, not skin tone—a fact that is blatantly untrue). The bigotry Flipper experiences in the workplace remains all too real of an issue today, as demonstrated by a 2021 report from McKinsey & Company, which revealed that Black workers make up only 7% of the workforce at a managerial level.
Columbia Pictures
Gattaca (1997)
– Director: Andrew Niccol
– IMDb user rating: 7.8
– Metascore: 64
– Runtime: 106 minutes
The sci-fi film “Gattaca” imagines a world where eugenics is a widely accepted practice, and where your status, as either a designed human (a valid) or a naturally conceived human (in-valid), determines your place in society. Ethan Hawke plays Vincent Freeman, an in-valid whose status prevents him from getting the sort of high-skilled job he wants. With the help of a valid (Jude Law) who can no longer function the way he was “designed” to in society, Vincent assumes his valid identity, which enables him to fulfill his dream of joining a space mission.
His success in this, and other areas of his life, is intended to spark thought in viewers about whether or not our genetic makeup should (or does) matter, or if potential and ability should take precedence over race, gender, background, or will. Though it was a box office flop, the movie has become something of a cult classic, and has been widely praised by film critics like Roger Ebert who called the movie “one of the smartest and most provocative of science fiction films.”
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The Circle (2000)
– Director: Jafar Panahi
– IMDb user rating: 7.4
– Metascore: 85
– Runtime: 90 minutes
The Iranian movie “The Circle” is an intimate look at the gross discrimination women experience in male-dominated societies. The film follows a number of women, all of whom have spent some length of time in jail for unidentified crimes (which, it’s implied, were mere transgressions, not serious offenses). In one particular storyline, a nurse refuses to help another young woman obtain an abortion because she fears her association with the convict will reveal her own troubled past, costing her both her job and marriage.
Though it’s a small moment, the plotline addresses the unfair discrimination ex-convicts often experience when it comes to finding gainful employment. Our society believes prison is a place for reform and that once offenders have completed their sentences they should be treated as equal members of society, but in reality, they are often denied basic rights like equal employment opportunities. According to a 2018 study by the Prison Policy Initiative, former inmates have an unemployment rate of 27%, which is higher than the total unemployment rate at any time in history, including during the Great Depression.
Lionsgate Television
Mad Men (2007–2015)
– Stars: Elisabeth Moss, Jon Hamm, John Slattery, January Jones
– IMDb user rating: 8.7
– Metascore: data not available
A critically acclaimed period drama, “Mad Men” won 16 Emmy Awards and five Golden Globes over the course of its seven-season run. The series, which originally aired on AMC, followed the lives of the advertising men that worked on Madison Avenue in New York during the glory days of print advertisements. While much of the series was focused on these forward-facing male creatives, many plotlines also centered on the women—mostly the secretaries who were overworked, underpaid, sexually objectified, and consistently denied promotions despite often being the brains behind the taglines.
Dozens of articles have been written by critics that closely examine the multitude of workplace discrimination issues throughout the series, and a number of them, including not receiving equal pay for equal work, remain relevant to this day. In 2020, according to the Department of Labor, women overall still only earned 82 cents for every $1 a man earned, and in terms of inflation-adjusted constant-dollar earnings, women of color have seen a much lower rise in earnings than white women over the last 40 years.
Fox 2000 Pictures
Hidden Figures (2016)
– Director: Theodore Melfi
– IMDb user rating: 7.8
– Metascore: 74
– Runtime: 127 minutes
“Hidden Figures” is a historical drama that follows a group of Black female mathematicians who work for NASA during the 1960s. Aside from dealing with the discrimination that came with living in the South at the time, the women also deal with injustices like being relegated to a second building due to the color of their skin, walking half a mile to the nearest “colored” bathroom, and having to petition the court in order to be allowed to attend classes necessary for their careers.
In spite of these obstacles, the women find huge success, becoming NASA’s first Black female engineer (Janelle Monae as Mary Jackson), supervisor (Octavia Butler as Dorothy Vaughan), and research mathematician (Taraji P. Henson as Katherine Johnson) and calculating the trajectories of important missions, including the first orbital space flight and the first moon landing. The film is supposed to be inspiring, sure, but it should also serve as a humble reminder of how difficult it was to succeed in a career as a person of color during the mid-20th century. In 2021, the Department of Labor reported that Black women have the highest labor force participation rate out of all groups of women, but they still remain grossly underrepresented in leadership positions.
Amazon Studios
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017–present)
– Stars: Rachel Brosnahan, Alex Borstein
– IMDb user rating: 8.7
– Metascore: data not available
Amazon Prime’s hit series “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” is a period comedy-drama that follows a 1950s housewife-turned-comedian as she attempts to launch her showbiz career in New York. Created by Amy Sherman-Palladino (who previously brought us shows like “Gilmore Girls” and “Bunheads”), the series, which is now in its fourth season, is smart, witty, and culturally relevant.
In many episodes, the main character, Midge (Rachel Brosnahan), is often mistaken for an assistant or singer, anything but what she is—a serious, professional performer. The repeated misidentification trope serves to highlight the fact that women aren’t often taken seriously in the workplace. And when they are present in a professional setting, it’s often assumed they are only filling support roles like secretaries, assistants, and office administrators.
Cinereach
Sorry to Bother You (2018)
– Director: Boots Riley
– IMDb user rating: 6.9
– Metascore: 80
– Runtime: 112 minutes
Statistically, it’s easier to succeed in the corporate world as a white person than as a person of color. White workers get paid more, are promoted more often, and have more access to higher education opportunities that allow them to nab these competitive positions. The surrealist black comedy “Sorry to Bother You” dials in on this white privilege, as it follows a young, Black telemarketer (Lakeith Stanfield) who adopts a white accent in order to succeed at his job.
As his success allows him to climb the corporate ladder, his eyes are opened to the dark side of capitalism and corporate greed, and he finds himself wrapped up in a twisted plot meant to ensure his employer’s world domination. Vox critic Alissa Wilkinson called the movie “bonkers” in the best way.
3311 Productions
The Assistant (2019)
– Director: Kitty Green
– IMDb user rating: 6.3
– Metascore: 79
– Runtime: 87 minutes
Julia Garner (recently of “Inventing Anna” and “Ozark” fame) stars as the titular character in “The Assistant,” a film not so loosely based on the culture of Miramax during the Harvey Weinstein years. Jane works long hours, performing demanding and menial tasks, in fear of getting anything wrong lest her abusive boss takes his rage out on her.
When she eventually gets the courage to blow the whistle on her employer’s inappropriate conduct, Jane is ignored and blatantly told HR will not be following up on her report. She’s not alone in experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace: According to a report by the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, eight out of every 10 sexual harassment charges filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission are filed by women. Additionally, 71% of these charges include an additional charge of retaliation, meaning bosses, like Jane’s, are punishing their employees for speaking up. Arguably, this sort of toxic workplace culture discourages many women from joining and remaining in the workforce, which, at the end of the day, hurts us all.
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Bombshell (2019)
– Director: Jay Roach
– IMDb user rating: 6.8
– Metascore: 64
– Runtime: 109 min
As a longtime television journalist, Gretchen Carlson usually reports the news, not headlines it. The former host of Fox News programs “Fox and Friends” and “The Real Story with Gretchen Carlson” became the center of one of the biggest breaking stories of 2016 when she filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against Roger Ailes, the network’s powerful founder, chairman, and CEO. “Bombshell” depicts the firestorm of events that led to Ailes’ downfall as several women, including rising star Megyn Kelly (Charlize Theron), stepped forward after Carlson (Nicole Kidman) filed suit. Ailes was forced to resign as the network’s culture of sexual harassment and retaliation was exposed.
After Carlson received a $20 million settlement and a public apology from the network, she went on to become an outspoken advocate for ending non-disclosure agreements, or NDAs. These are standard clauses that many sexual harassment survivors must sign, which forfeit their right to talk about their experiences publicly or in a court of law. Carlson co-founded a nonprofit, Lift Our Voices, dedicated to banning NDAs. She also testified in Congress for a bipartisan bill to end legal clauses that silence survivors of sexual harassment and sexual assault disputes, which was signed into law in March 2022.
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| 2022-04-09T07:35:59Z |
An Arvada, Colorado, police officer was killed while responding to a disturbance early Sunday, Police Chief Link Strate said.
Dillon Michael Vakoff, 27, was "killed serving his community," Arvada police said.
An Arvada, Colorado, police officer was killed while responding to a disturbance early Sunday, Police Chief Link Strate said.
Dillon Michael Vakoff, 27, was "killed serving his community," Arvada police said.
Vakoff and another officer responded to a scene with a "large family disturbance," Strate said at a news conference, and the two "arrived to a chaotic scene with multiple people in the street."
"The initial two officers tried to separate several belligerent and uncooperative individuals when the suspect began to fire and shot a female victim," Strate said. Gunfire between a suspect and police ensued, and both Vakoff and the suspect were shot.
The other officer on the scene tried to help Vakoff but was ultimately unsuccessful. Vakoff was transported to a hospital where he later died.
The suspect was transported to a hospital where he remains in police custody and is expected to survive, Strate said.
The female victim was also transported to a hospital and is expected to survive, police added. Her involvement in the incident is unknown at this time, he said.
"This is an ongoing active investigation and the information we have at this time is preliminary," Strate said. "But in an effort to be transparent with our community, we wanted to provide you with some details from this morning's incident and line of duty-death."
Strate said Vakoff had been with the department since 2019 and was a former staff sergeant in the US Air Force.
He was, Chief Strate said, "an example of everything that is good about a police officer. He was training towards becoming a SWAT officer, and without a doubt, would have continued to have a positive impact on his community."
"This is a tragic loss to this community, to this department, but most significantly to his family and loved ones," Strate said. "His service and sacrifice will never be forgotten."
Arvada, Colorado, is roughly 10 miles northwest of Denver.
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| 2022-09-11T19:58:05Z |
HAYWARD, Calif., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACRX), (AcelRx), a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for use in medically supervised settings, today announced that an abstract, entitled, "Experience in Complex Outpatient Plastic Surgery Procedures Using Sufentanil Sublingual Tablets" has been accepted for podium presentation at Plastic Surgery: The Meeting 2022, taking place October 27-30, 2022 in Boston, MA.
The abstracts will be presented at the meeting and run from Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 1:30 pm until Sunday, October 30, 2022 at 4:30 pm ET. The time of the podium presentation is currently pending, but will be posted on the Investors/Events section of the AcelRx website once that information becomes available. The presentation will be conducted as in-person event only with no virtual or replay option made available.
About Plastic Surgery: The Meeting 2022
Plastic Surgery: The Meeting brings together plastic surgeons from countries around the globe. This annual event is the premier educational and networking event of the year for both domestic and international plastic surgeons, and is considered to serve as the annual meeting of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). ASPS is the largest plastic surgery specialty organization in the world representing 94% of all board-certified plastic surgeons in the U.S. including more than 11,000 plastic surgeons worldwide. ASPS is considered a global institution and leading authority on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. The meeting also convenes members of The Plastic Surgery Foundation (PSF), the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons (ASMS), and the World Society for Simulation Surgery.
About DSUVIA (sufentanil sublingual tablet), 30 mcg
DSUVIA®, known as DZUVEO® in Europe, is indicated for use in adults in certified medically supervised healthcare settings, such as hospitals, surgical centers, and emergency departments, for the management of acute pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic and for which alternative treatments are inadequate. DSUVIA was designed to provide rapid analgesia via a non-invasive route and to eliminate dosing errors associated with intravenous (IV) administration. DSUVIA is a single-strength solid dosage form administered sublingually via a single-dose applicator (SDA) by healthcare professionals. Sufentanil is an opioid analgesic previously only marketed for IV and epidural anesthesia and analgesia. The sufentanil pharmacokinetic profile, when delivered sublingually, avoids the high peak plasma levels and short duration of action observed with IV administration. DZUVEO has been approved by the European Medicines Agency and AcelRx's European commercialization partner, Aguettant, will market the drug in Europe.
This release is intended for investors only. For more information, including important safety information and black box warning for DSUVIA, please visit www.DSUVIA.com.
About AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for use in medically supervised settings. AcelRx's proprietary, non-invasive sublingual formulation technology delivers sufentanil with consistent pharmacokinetic profiles. The Company has one approved product in the U.S., DSUVIA® (sufentanil sublingual tablet, 30 mcg), known as DZUVEO® in Europe, indicated for the management of acute pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic for adult patients in certified medically supervised healthcare settings, and several product candidates. The product candidates include: Zalviso® (sufentanil sublingual tablet system, SST system, 15 mcg), an investigational product in the U.S. being developed as an innovatively designed patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) system for reduction of moderate-to-severe acute pain in medically supervised settings; two pre-filled, ready-to-use syringes of ephedrine and phenylephrine licensed for the U.S. from Aguettant; Niyad™, a regional anticoagulant for the extracorporeal circuit; and LTX-608, for the potential treatment of COVID-19, disseminated intravascular coagulation, acute respiratory distress syndrome and acute pancreatitis. DZUVEO is an approved product in Europe.
This release is intended for investors only. For additional information about AcelRx, please visit www.acelrx.com.
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| 2022-08-11T13:42:26Z |
$80 million ‘Field of Dreams’ movie site expansion unveiled
DYERSVILLE, Iowa (KCRG/Gray News) - The “Field of Dreams” movie site will soon feature more baseball fields, team dormitories, a hotel and an outdoor concert amphitheater.
The new owners of the “Field of Dreams” movie site, Go the Distance Baseball, LLC, unveiled their master plan to expand the site after buying it in September.
The $80 million expansion will add nearly 100 acres to the original 190-acre site. That additional land will provide space for nine new baseball fields, dormitories for youth teams, and a hotel to be completed in phases by the end of 2023.
Other additions include a 100,000-square-foot field house, an outdoor concert amphitheater, an RV park, jogging trails and a large park inclusive for children and adults with disabilities. These additions will be completed in phases through 2025.
In a news release, Go the Distance Baseball said the plan will create a youth baseball and softball oasis while maintaining the property as a working farm.
“I am grateful for all that the game of baseball gave me throughout my career, and now I am proud and excited to lead a team that is building opportunities for players, fans and families to enjoy our national pastime and for teams to train and compete,” said Frank Thomas, CEO of Go the Distance Baseball and a first-ballot member of the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Go the Distance Baseball also said the development will create about 170 new full-time equivalent jobs.
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| 2022-04-14T18:46:12Z |
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — One of the nation’s leading fetal alcohol researchers testified Tuesday that Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz’s birth mother drank more during her pregnancy than any woman he’s ever seen documented.
Dr. Kenneth Jones said medical and other records show Brenda Woodard well exceeded the standards that grossly endanger a fetus: six drinks per week for two weeks or three drinks in a sitting twice. A friend also testified earlier that Woodard, a Fort Lauderdale prostitute, heavily drank fortified wine and malt liquor during her pregnancy with Cruz before putting him up for adoption. She died last year.
“I know I have never seen so much alcohol consumed by a pregnant woman,” said Jones, a former University of California, San Diego, medical school professor who did some of the pioneering research on fetal alcohol abuse 50 years ago.
Cruz, 23, pleaded guilty last October to murdering 14 students and three staff members on Feb. 14, 2018, at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. His trial, now ending its second month, is only to determine whether he is sentenced to death or life without parole.
His attorneys are trying to show that Woodard’s alcohol abuse during pregnancy put Cruz onto a lifelong path of erratic, bizarre and often violent behavior that culminated in the shootings.
Jones told the jury that while there is disagreement over whether Woodard abused cocaine during her pregnancy — witnesses said she did, tests indicate she didn’t — that wouldn’t have made a significant difference given her alcohol abuse.
“You can take all of the illicit drugs you can think of — heroin, marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine — and wrap them up in a single bag and they don’t hold a candle to alcohol for its effect on a developing baby,” Jones said.
He said his examination shows Cruz falls into fetal alcohol spectrum disorder — a broad category — but does not have the more narrowly defined fetal alcohol syndrome. He said the latter has certain physical traits that pediatricians can recognize such as thin lips, narrow eyelid openings and a smooth philtrum — the ridge between the nose and mouth.
He said that lack of physical characteristics can actually be detrimental as the child won’t get the proper early treatment for the damage the alcohol has done to the brain. He said adoptive mothers like Lynda Cruz might also be afraid to report to doctors what they know about a birth mother’s alcohol abuse because of the stigma it can attach to their child.
Jones said signs of fetal alcohol damage to a child include irritability, serious temper tantrums and significant behavioral problems. He said like Cruz, they are often diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, lack control at school and are aggressive toward their mothers and teachers. Earlier testimony has shown Cruz demonstrating all those issues. He also said such patients often have difficulty organizing and planning their activities.
Under cross-examination, however, prosecutors showed that Cruz spent months mapping out the massacre.
Jones conceded during questioning by lead prosecutor Mike Satz that he was not aware that Cruz spent months researching other mass shootings, how long it takes police to respond to a school shooting, what kind of gun to use and how he could hide it while entering the school.
Jones’ testimony followed neuropsychologist Paul Connor, who said Cruz through his life has shown indications on tests that he has alcohol-related mental issues.
Cruz’s public defenders are trying to convince at least one of the 12 jurors to vote for life — a death verdict must be unanimous.
They are trying to overcome the prosecution’s case, which focused on Cruz’s massacre as he stalked a three-story classroom building for seven minutes with an AR-15-style semiautomatic rifle. Lead prosecutor Mike Satz played security videos of the shooting and showed the rifle Cruz used. Teachers and students testified about watching others die.
Satz showed graphic autopsy and crime scene photos and took jurors to the fenced-off building, which remains blood-stained and bullet-pocked. Parents and spouses gave tearful and angry statements about their loss.
After the defense concludes its case in the coming weeks, the prosecution will present a rebuttal case before the jury’s deliberations begin.
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| 2022-09-14T15:31:18Z |
NASA has once again waved off an attempt to launch its massive new moon rocket on an uncrewed test mission because of technical issues.
The launch had been slated to take off Saturday afternoon, but those plans were scrubbed after the team discovered a liquid hydrogen leak that they spent the better part of the morning trying to resolve. Liquid hydrogen is one of the propellants used in the rocket's large core stage. The leak prevented the launch team from being able to fill the liquid hydrogen tank despite trying various troubleshooting procedures.
It's the second time in a week that the space agency has been forced to halt the launch countdown in the face of technical issues. The first launch attempt, on Monday, was called off after several issues arose, including with a system meant to cool the rocket's engines ahead of liftoff and various leaks that sprung up as the rocket was being fueled.
The liquid hydrogen leak was detected at 7:15 a.m. ET in the quick disconnect cavity that feeds the rocket with hydrogen in the engine section of the core stage. It was a different leak than one that occurred ahead of the scrubbed launch on Monday.
The launch controllers warmed up the line in an attempt to get a tight seal and the flow of liquid hydrogen resumed before a leak reoccurred. They stopped the flow of liquid hydrogen and proceeded to "close the valve used to fill and drain it, then increase pressure on a ground transfer line using helium to try to reseal it," according to NASA.
That troubleshooting plan was not successful. The team attempted the first plan again to warm up the line, but the leak reoccurred after they manually restarted the flow of liquid hydrogen.
The launch window opens at 2:17 p.m. ET and closes at 4:17 p.m. ET on Saturday. NASA's live coverage began at 5:45 a.m. ET on its website and TV channel.
This process has put the team behind schedule, but it's unclear how much of a delay it will cause in the countdown because they may be able to make up some time later.
Meanwhile, the core stage liquid oxygen tank is full. Both propellants need to be filled within certain proportions to one another before launch. Liquid hydrogen is currently at 9% full.
There is a 60% chance of favorable weather conditions for the launch, with chances increasing to 80% favorable toward the end of the window, according to weather officer Melody Lovin.
The Artemis I stack, which includes the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft, sits on Launchpad 39B at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
The Artemis I mission is just the beginning of a program that will aim to return humans to the moon and eventually land crewed missions on Mars.
If the mission launches on Saturday, it will go on a journey around the moon and splashdown in the Pacific Ocean on October 11. There is still a backup opportunity for the Artemis I mission to launch on September 5 as well.
In the last few days, the launch team has taken time to address issues, like hydrogen leaks, that cropped up ahead of Monday's planned launch before it was scrubbed. The team has also completed a risk assessment of an engine conditioning issue and a foam crack that also cropped up, according to NASA officials.
Both are considered to be acceptable risks heading into the launch countdown, according to Mike Sarafin, Artemis mission manager.
On Monday, a sensor on one of the rocket's four RS-25 engines, identified as engine #3, reflected that the engine could not reach the proper temperature range required for the engine to start at liftoff.
The engines need to be thermally conditioned before super-cold propellant flows through them before liftoff. To prevent the engines from experiencing any temperature shocks, launch controllers gradually increase the pressure of the core stage liquid hydrogen tank in the hours before launch to send a small amount of liquid hydrogen to the engines. This is known as a "bleed."
The team has since determined it was a bad sensor providing the reading -- they plan to ignore the faulty sensor moving forward, according to John Blevins, Space Launch Systems chief engineer.
The bleed, originally expected to occur around 8 a.m. ET, is currently on hold.
Mission overview
After Artemis I launches, Orion's journey will last 37 days as it travels to the moon, loops around it and returns to Earth -- traveling a total of 1.3 million miles (2.1 million kilometers).
While the passenger list doesn't include any humans, it does have passengers: three mannequins and a plush Snoopy toy will ride in Orion.
The crew aboard Artemis I may sound a little unusual, but they each serve a purpose. Snoopy will serve as the zero gravity indicator -- meaning that he will begin to float inside the capsule once it reaches the space environment.
The mannequins, named Commander Moonikin Campos, Helga and Zohar, will measure the deep space radiation future crews could experience and test out new suit and shielding technology. A biology experiment carrying seeds, algae, fungi and yeast is also tucked inside Orion to measure how life reacts to this radiation as well.
Additional science experiments and technology demonstrations are also riding in a ring on the rocket. From there, 10 small satellites, called CubeSats, will detach and go their separate ways to collect information on the moon and the deep space environment.
Cameras inside and outside of Orion will share images and video throughout the mission, including live views from the Callisto experiment, which will capture a stream of Commander Moonikin Campos sitting in the commander's seat. And if you have an Amazon Alexa-enabled device, you can ask it about the mission's location each day.
Expect to see views of Earthrise similar to what was shared for the first time during the Apollo 8 mission back in 1968, but with much better cameras and technology.
The inaugural mission of the Artemis program will kick off a phase of NASA space exploration that intends to land diverse astronaut crews at previously unexplored regions of the moon -- on the Artemis II and Artemis III missions, slated for 2024 and 2025 respectively -- and eventually delivers crewed missions to Mars.
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Revenue grows 48% Y/Y, Adjusted EBITDA Improves 53% Y/Y, and Positive Cash Inflow from Operations
CUPERTINO, Calif., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - (TSXV: BWLK) (OTCQB: BWLKF) – Boardwalktech Software Corp. ("Boardwalktech" or the "Company"), a leading digital ledger platform and enterprise software solutions company, is pleased to report its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2022. All figures are reported in U.S. dollars, unless otherwise indicated. Boardwalktech's financial statements are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS").
- Revenue for Q1-FY23 was $1.51 million, a 48% increase from $1.02 million in Q1-FY22, and a 26% sequential increase from $1.20 million in Q4-FY22. Revenue from recurring SaaS licenses in Q1 Fiscal 2023 increased 89% year-over-year from higher incremental licenses executed with both new and existing customers.
- Annual recurring revenue ("ARR"), at June 30, 2022 was $5.1 million, a 56% year-over-year increase versus ARR of $3.2 million at June 30, 2021. ARR is a non-IFRS measure, and the Company defines ARR as the recurring revenue expected based on annual license subscriptions and recurring services.
- Since the Company implemented its SaaS business model in 2018, total revenue from new contracts signed since 2018 comprised approximately 86% of total revenue in Q1-FY23, compared to 71% in the prior year, expanding at a 45% compound annual growth rate ("CAGR").
- Gross margin for Q1-FY23 was 90.2%, a 3.4%-point increase from the previous year's level of 86.8%, and a 2.6% point increase from Q4-FY22 gross margin of 87.9%.
- Adjusted EBITDA for Q1-F23 was a loss of $(0.26) million, a 53% improvement from the $(0.54) million loss in Q1 -FY22, and 44% sequential improvement from the $(0.45) million loss in Q4-FY22. Cash inflow from Operations was a positive $0.9 million, with a cash balance of $1.7 million as of June 30, 2022.
- Non-IFRS loss for Q1-FY23 (as defined in the Non-IFRS Financial Measures section) was a loss of $(0.27) million, or $(0.01) per basic and diluted share, a 52% improvement versus a $(0.56) million non-IFRS loss in Q1-FY22, or $(0.01) per basic and diluted share, and a 45% improvement versus $(0.49) million non-IFRS loss in Q4-FY22, or $(0.01) per basic and diluted share; as revenue growth outpaced selective opex spending.
- Net loss for Q1-FY23 was $(0.8) million, or a loss of $(0.02) per basic and diluted share, versus a $(0.7) million loss in Q1-FY22, or $(0.2) per basic and diluted share, and a $(1.1) million loss in Q4-FY22, or $(0.03) per basic and diluted share, a 23% sequential improvement.
- The Company is tracking at the high end of its previously announced revenue guidance of $6.5 million to $7.0 million for FY 2023 (60% year-over-year growth at top of range).
- The Company still believes it has sufficient funds and current receivables that it neither needs to, nor plans to raise additional equity to achieve its guidance.
- On June 30, 2022, the Company executed another expansion of its license and services contract, first started in 2018, with an existing customer (one of the world's top accounting and consulting firms), increasing the annual recurring revenue by an additional $500,000.
- On June 2, 2022, the Company announced results of its Annual and Special Meeting, where shareholders elected all proposed Directors, appointed MNP LLP as auditors of the Company and approved an amendment to the Equity Incentive Plan.
- On April 25, 2022, the Company announced it had signed its second banking client via a new license contract with a major India bank, with initial revenue beginning at the end of Q4-FY22.
"Momentum exiting Fiscal Year 2022 continued into the first quarter of this year, as the Company saw an increase of recurring revenue licenses both from new and existing customers, further demonstrating our 'land and expand' strategy. Our ARR is in excess of $5 million and continues to grow each month." Chief Executive Officer Andrew T. Duncan commented, "With our sequential and year-over-year growth in revenue, improvement in EBITDA, and positive cash flow from operations, we believe our reported results reflect that ongoing progress. Our June outlook was the Company's first guidance, but it did not include the conversion of deals in our pipeline, so any such success should be incremental to that guidance. In addition to this organic growth, following the success of the addition of two global banking institutions, we are experiencing good traction in this new business channel – both with new partners and end customers - and we expect to close new deals with other enterprises in the months ahead. The Boardwalktech low code digital ledger platform continues to gain traction with these enterprises as it seamlessly solves the many problems associated with structured and unstructured data delivering improved visibility and decision making along with outstanding results and ROI."
As part of the Company's annual ongoing retention program and as allowed under the 2019 Equity Incentive Plan, as amended and approved by shareholders on June 2, 2022, the Company has granted an aggregate of 1,994,000 Restricted Stock Units ("RSU's") to officers, directors and employees of the Company. 50,000 of the RSUs vest over a two-year period, and 1,944,000 of the RSUs vest over a three year period. These grants will be deemed effective as of August 31, 2022.
Boardwalktech has developed a patented Digital Ledger Technology Platform currently used by Fortune 500 companies running mission-critical applications worldwide. Boardwalktech's digital ledger technology and its unique method of managing vast amounts of structured and unstructured data is the only platform on the market today where multiple parties can effectively work on the same data simultaneously while preserving the fidelity and provenance of the data. Boardwalktech can deliver collaborative, purpose-built enterprise information management applications on any device or user interface with full integration with enterprise systems of record in a fraction of the time it takes other non-digital ledger technology-based platforms. Boardwalktech is headquartered in Cupertino, California with offices in India and operations in North America. For more information on Boardwalktech, visit our website at www.boardwalktech.com.
This press release contains certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation and may also contain statements that may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking information and statements are not representative of historical facts or information or current condition, but instead represent only the Company's beliefs regarding future events, plans or objectives, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of the Company's control. Generally, such forward-looking information or statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "plans", "expects" or "does not expect", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", or "believes", or variations of such words and phrases or may contain statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "will continue", "will occur" or "will be achieved".
By identifying such information and statements in this manner, the Company is alerting the reader that such information and statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance, or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such information and statements.
An investment in securities of the Company is speculative and subject to several risks including, without limitation, the risks discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's filing statement dated May 30, 2018. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking information and forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended.
In connection with the forward-looking information and forward-looking statements contained in this press release, the Company has made certain assumptions. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing, and the expectations contained in, the forward-looking information and statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information and statements, and no assurance or guarantee can be given that such forward-looking information and statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information and statements. The forward-looking information and forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information and/or forward-looking statements that are contained or referenced herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. All subsequent written and oral forward- looking information and statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf is expressly qualified in its entirety by this notice.
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| 2022-08-18T12:35:36Z |
NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of MINISO Group Holding Limited (NYSE: MNSO) pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus (collectively, the "Registration Statement") issued in connection with MINISO's October 2020 initial public offering (the "IPO") of the important October 17, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased MINISO securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the MINISO class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7814 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] or [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 17, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, the Registration Statement featured false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) defendants and other undisclosed related parties owned and controlled a much larger amount of MINISO stores than previously stated; (2) as a result, MINISO concealed its true costs; (3) the Company did not represent its true business model; (4) defendants, including the Company and its Chairman, engaged in planned unusual and unclear transactions; (5) as a result of at least one of these transactions, the Company is at risk of breaching contracts with Chinese authorities; (6) the Company would imminently and drastically drop its franchise fees; and (7) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the MINISO class action, go https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=7814 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] or [email protected] for information on the class action.
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| 2022-09-14T08:50:09Z |
Topeka man facing drug charges in Nebraska
Published: Jul. 1, 2022 at 10:33 AM CDT|Updated: 18 minutes ago
RICHARDSON CO., Neb. - (WIBW) - A Topeka man was arrested after a traffic stop early Thursday morning in Richardson County, Nebraska.
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Deputies found approximately 10 grams of methamphetamine during a search of the vehicle. Cabanas is currently facing charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of money during a drug crime, and obstructing a peace officer.
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| 2022-07-01T15:54:10Z |
PITTSBURGH, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a safe and soothing way for an elderly individual to take a bath without having to step over the side of the tub," said an inventor, from Douglasville, Ga., "so I invented the SOOTHING SUBAY. My design could help to prevent slip and fall accidents in the tub."
The patent-pending invention provides a safe bathtub design for elderly individuals. In doing so, it enables the user to easily bathe without assistance. As a result, it enhances safety and comfort and it could help to reduce fall risks. The invention features a practical design that is easy to use so it is ideal for elderly individuals, people with disabilities, etc.
The original design was submitted to the Atlanta sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-AZB-103, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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| 2022-05-31T19:59:01Z |
BENSALEM, Pa., Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Missfresh Limited ("Missfresh" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MF).
Class Period: June 2021 IPO
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: September 12, 2022
Investors suffering losses on their Missfresh investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to [email protected].
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Missfresh provided false financial figures in its Registration Statement; (2) Missfresh would need to amend its financial figures; (3) Missfresh, among other things, had lesser net revenues for the quarter ended March 31, 2021; and (4) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Howard G. Smith, Esquire, of Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, 3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020, by telephone at (215) 638-4847, toll-free at (888) 638-4847, or by email to [email protected], or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.
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| 2022-08-26T17:52:57Z |
The Grammy-winning artist will star as El Muerto in a standalone Marvel movie for Sony, scheduled for release in 2024.
Bad Bunny made a surprise appearance during the announcement at CinemaCon.
El Muerto is Juan Carlos, a man who was a champion wrestler who fought Spider-Man in a charity wrestling match. When Marvel character El Dorado came to kill a weakened El Muerto, who was stung by Spider-Man, Spider-Man saved him and the two defeated El Dorado.
Bad Bunny is Puerto Rican and his given name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasiow
"To bring El Muerto to life is just incredible," Bad Bunny told the CinemaCon audience.
He has recently appeared in "Narcos: Mexico" and will star in "Cassandro" with Gael García Bernal. He will also appear in "Bullet Train," starring Brad Pitt, which is set for release in July.
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BENSALEM, Pa., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against IonQ, Inc. ("IonQ" or the "Company") (NYSE: IONQ).
Class Period: March 30, 2021 – May 2, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 1, 2022
Investors suffering losses on their IonQ investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to [email protected].
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors: (1) that IonQ had not yet developed a 32-qubit quantum computer; (2) that the Company's 11-qubit quantum computer suffered from significant error rates, rendering it useless; (3) that IonQ's quantum computer is not sufficiently reliable, so it is not accessible despite being available through major cloud providers; (4) that a significant portion of IonQ's revenue was derived from improper round-tripping transactions with related parties; and (5) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Howard G. Smith, Esquire, of Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, 3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020, by telephone at (215) 638-4847, toll-free at (888) 638-4847, or by email to [email protected], or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.
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| 2022-07-05T17:41:00Z |
Study met all primary safety and efficacy endpoints for the Cordella™ PA Pressure Sensor System for the treatment of NYHA class III heart failure patients
LISLE, Ill., May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Endotronix, Inc., a digital health and medical technology company dedicated to advancing the treatment of heart failure (HF), today announced positive data from the SIRONA 2 clinical trial evaluating safety and efficacy of its Cordella™ Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor System (Cordella Sensor) in New York Heart Association (NYHA) class III heart failure patients. The prospective, multi-center trial met all primary safety and efficacy endpoints and resulted in low rates of HF hospitalization, further validating pulmonary artery (PA) pressure-guided HF management as standard of care for NYHA class III heart failure patients. Data from the SIRONA 2 trial was presented in a late-breaking session at European Society of Cardiology's (ESC) Heart Failure Association (HFA) 2022 annual conference in Madrid, Spain on May 22nd.
"In addition to achieving the primary safety and accuracy endpoints, the SIRONA 2 trial demonstrated a consistently high level of patient compliance with daily readings of PA pressure and physiologic data with a strong preference for performing PA pressure measurements from a seated position," stated Cardiologist Prof. Dr. Wilfried Mullens at Hospital Oost-Limburg in Genk and University Hasselt, Belgium. "The daily measurements provided a comprehensive clinical picture of the patient's health over time which supported guideline directed medical therapy (GDMT) resulting in excellent clinical outcomes with low heart failure hospitalization (HFH) rates."
The open-label, single-arm SIRONA 2 trial included 70 patients who were successfully implanted with the Cordella Sensor at seven European sites across Ireland, Belgium and Germany. The results confirmed a strong safety profile with no PA sensor failures, only one device / system related complication (DSRC = 1.3%) and 0% mortality at 90 days. The primary efficacy endpoint of accuracy, comparing Cordella Sensor with the gold standard fluid-filled reference catheter accuracy at 90 days, was also met. In addition, the study demonstrated a low 6-month HF hospitalization event rate (0.16) with the majority of patients improving their NYHA classification (67.5%). Compliance with daily readings of PA pressure, weight, blood pressure, heart rate and blood oxygen were consistently above 93% over 6 months. Moreover, patients overwhelmingly found the system easy to use (94%) and were knowledgeable about their normal range of daily measurements (67%).
Key SIRONA 2 findings
- Excellent safety outcome without any PA sensor failures and 0% mortality at 90 days
- Equivalent accuracy of PA pressure measurement with gold standard fluid-filled reference catheter (Swan-Ganz) using two one-sided t-test (TOST) (p=0.003)
- Low heart failure hospitalization event rates per patient at 3 and 6 months (0.11 and 0.16, respectively)
- 65.7% of patients had improved NYHA classification at 90 days
- Consistent high patient compliance with daily patient measurements - 93% compliance at 180 days
- 84% of patients preferred PA pressure reading in the seated position instead of lying flat
"The presentation of the SIRONA 2 data is an exciting milestone for Endotronix and builds on the findings from our first-in-human trial to further validate the safety and efficacy of the Cordella Sensor," said Katrin Leadley, MD, Chief Medical Officer of Endotronix. "We are encouraged by the meaningful improvement in patient outcomes the study demonstrated. This expands our clinical experience to a larger population and is a positive precursor for PROACTIVE-HF, our pivotal trial, which is expected to complete enrollment later this year."
PROACTIVE-HF is the first global IDE study for PA pressure-guided heart failure management and is currently enrolling patients to further validate the clinical findings from SIRONA 2.
About Endotronix
Endotronix, Inc., a medical technology company, delivers an integrated platform that provides comprehensive, reimbursable health management innovations for patients suffering from advanced heart failure. Their solution, the Cordella™ Heart Failure System, includes a cloud-based disease management data system and at home hemodynamic management with a breakthrough implantable wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for early detection of worsening heart failure. Learn more at www.endotronix.com.
The Cordella System, without the sensor, is available for commercial use in the U.S. and E.U. and is currently in cardiology centers across the U.S. The Cordella PA Sensor is currently under clinical investigation and is not currently available for commercial use in any geography.
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3 California police officers who restrained a man who died in their custody will not face criminal charges
By Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN
The Alameda County district attorney will not file criminal charges against three police officers who restrained a Northern California man who died in their custody last year.
The county coroner’s office had classified the death of Mario Gonzalez Arenales as a homicide and pointed to the toxic effects of methamphetamine as the leading cause.
Gonzalez, 26, died on April 19, 2021, following an encounter with three Alameda police officers who responded to a call that a person was “acting strangely and talking to himself,” according to a March 30 report from the Alameda County District Attorney’s office. Alameda is 15 miles outside San Francisco.
Two wrongful death suits, nearly mirroring one another, have been filed against the City of Alameda alleging the officers detained Gonzalez without reasonable suspicion and caused him to die of asphyxia.
Attorney Julia Sherwin, on behalf of Gonzalez’s 5-year-old son, filed a suit in December 2021 and Gonzalez’s mother, Edith Arenales, also filed suit in February 2022. Though both claims are related, they will remain separate but move forward side-by-side, Sherwin told CNN.
Sherwin said she also had sent requests for a federal investigation, not only to US Attorney General Merrick Garland and his chief deputy, Pamela Karlan, but also to the US attorney and the FBI in the Bay Area. She has not received a response, she said, “But since Nancy O’Malley refused to bring criminal charges, I will be renewing my request for a federal investigation.”
Both suits claim Gonzalez “appeared to be confused and possibly intoxicated at the time,” but “was not a threat to himself or anyone else” and that he wasn’t involved in any crime.
The decision to detain and arrest Gonzalez was “supported by reasonable suspicion and probable cause, but it was also supported by officer safety reasons,” District Attorney Nancy O’Malley’s report says.
The civil litigation filed by Gonzalez’s family is ongoing and the “the City’s legal team is committed to defending the City in the pending litigation,” Sarah Henry, public information officer for the City of Alameda told CNN in a statement.
“Once the officers had lawfully attempted to detain Mr. Gonzalez, he physically resisted their efforts the entire time until he ultimately became unresponsive,” the district attorney’s report says.
Officers Eric McKinley, James Fisher, and Cameron Leahy controlled Gonzalez’s arms, back, and legs as his arms were cuffed behind his back, the report says. Gonzalez “was still resisting with his entire body, including his legs,” even after being handcuffed, according to the report.
Arenales’ suit says officers put “significant weight on his back, shoulders, neck, and legs for over five minutes in violation of generally accepted law enforcement standards, while Mr. Gonzalez struggled to breathe.”
Nearly four minutes after he was cuffed, Gonzalez became unresponsive, the report says. They began CPR and called for medical assistance. Gonzalez was taken to a hospital and pronounced dead.
“The officers’ approach to Mr Gonzalez detention and arrest and their use of force appeared reasonable under the circumstances,” the report says.
The report notes that, according to the autopsy, Gonzalez had “no lethal injuries.”
Alison Berry Wilkinson, an attorney who represents the three officers, told CNN they “are grateful the district attorney recognized that this tragic death was an unintended consequence of their legitimate and lawful actions.”
Adante Pointer, lawyer for Edith Arenales, Gonzalez’s mother, told CNN the family is disappointed the officers won’t be criminally prosecuted but the decision doesn’t come as a surprise.
“It is a sad day when political expediency and obvious conflicts of interest seemingly outweigh the principles of equal justice under the law as it has in the death (of) Mario … and far too many other men, women and children killed by police,” Pointer said.
In the report the district attorney’s office cited the National Association of Medical Examiners in saying that homicide “is a neutral term and does not in any way affect the District Attorney’s Office’s determination in the criminal context.”
The district attorney added in the report that, “A homicide can be lawful or unlawful.”
The officers remain on paid administrative leave until all investigations are complete, according to the City of Alameda, which is handling its own independent investigation of the death.
The encounter happened a day before former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted of murder in George Floyd’s death and it came against the backdrop of the police killing of Adam Toledo, a 13-year-old boy in Chicago.
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| 2022-04-11T17:38:07Z |
High-performing Staub products that belong in your kitchen
French brand Staub is one of the most respected names in cast-iron cookware, but its offerings aren’t only limited to coveted Dutch ovens. Staub also makes grill pans, skillets, ceramic bakeware and more. All boast durable materials, distinctive colors and unparalleled performance. These Staub finds from Sur la Table can help transform your cooking whether you’re baking a weeknight casserole or preparing a holiday feast.
Staub product features
Staub products, especially the enameled cast-iron pieces, promise slow yet even cooking. This is due to their sturdy materials and durable enamel coatings. The Dutch ovens offer excellent braising thanks to features such as small spikes inside the lid that capture flavor-packed condensation and return it to your dish.
Staub’s cast-iron Dutch ovens have dark interiors for better browning, while its ceramic bakeware features a more traditional light-colored porcelain finish. Products feature tightfitting lids to ensure you won’t lose moisture during cooking.
Staub accessories
Besides Dutch ovens and skillets, Staub offers accessories to help with meal prep and decoration. For example, they sell custom-sized wooden trivets to serve your Staub cocotte without damaging your kitchen table. Handy kitchen accessories such as cast-iron lid stands, ceramic utensil crocks and prep bowls are both practical and eye-catching.
You can also order different knobs to customize your Staub Dutch oven. You can exchange your standard knob for brushed nickel or upscale brass. Alternatively, you can choose from a menagerie of charming animal knobs.
Where are Staub products made?
Staub’s cast-iron products are made in France, each piece from a unique sand mold that’s used only once. They are then hand-finished with several coats of enamel. Staub cast iron has been made in France since the 1970s and undergoes 100 inspection points to adhere to the company’s high-quality standards.
Staub stoneware, such as the company’s baking dishes and ceramic bowls, is made in China. All Staub products offer a limited lifetime warranty.
Best Staub products
This traditional cooking vessel is upgraded for the modern kitchen. It’s oven-safe to 500 degrees and can be used on induction cooktops. Use it to make soups, stews, braises and more. The size produces enough food for up to four people. The matte-enamel finish comes in seven colors.
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Great for deep-frying, braising large cuts of meat or simmering soups, this Dutch oven has tall sides to prevent boil-overs. Its more compact footprint also helps it fit better on crowded ranges. It comes in seven color choices.
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Named after the classic French dish, this oval-shaped Dutch oven exudes French farmhouse charm. It comes in 10 colors and has a unique, rooster-shaped lid knob that’s oven-safe to 500 degrees. It’s roomy enough for whole chicken and other large cuts of meat.
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If you’re cooking for four people or more, this roomy Dutch oven is a great choice. Its size and dimensions make it versatile enough to handle large pasta dishes, roast chicken and hearty stews. It comes in five colors.
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Staub Heritage 3.5-Quart All-Day Pan with Domed Glass Lid
This versatile pan may be the only one you ever need. Crafted from enameled cast iron, this 12-inch pan can braise, saute, bake, stir-fry, make paella and more. It features two short handles rather than one long handle for a better grip. Plus, its domed glass lid makes it a great kitchen-to-table serving piece.
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Staub Traditional 11-Inch Skillet
If you’re wary of classic cast-iron skillets, consider this enameled version, which can be used on all cooktops and is oven-safe to 500 degrees. It features pour spouts for mess-free draining and a shorter helper handle. Its tall sides are straight like a saute pan, so it’s capable of frying with minimal spattering.
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Staub Rectangular Bakers, Set of Three
For an oven-to-table feast, these rectangular ceramic baking dishes look as eye-catching as the food they produce. Slide them into the oven or just use them to serve a salad or dinner rolls.
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Staub Ceramic Three-piece Stoneware Set
If you can’t decide which size of bakeware you need, get all three! The set includes a 9-inch pie pan, a 13-inch-by-9-inch rectangular baking dish, and a 2.4-quart oval baker. This allows you to produce pies, gratins, casseroles and more in beautifully coordinating dishes. Plus, they’re microwave-safe. The glass porcelain finish comes in two colors.
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| 2022-07-02T15:10:22Z |
A scorching heat wave that ushered triple-digit temperatures into Texas is having another effect — scattered power outages.
Power utility transformers — some old, some overwhelmed — are failing as electrical use demands soar with the oppressive heat and no rain in sight. Heat advisories are in effect for North and Central Texas through 7 p.m. Sunday.
High temperatures are expected to exceed 100 degrees this weekend, according to the National Weather Service.
The forecast for Temple calls for a high of 103 degrees today and Sunday. On Monday the high temperature is expected to be 101 degrees.
The heat index, which combines both humidity values and air temperatures, will make it feel even worse. In Temple, it will feel like 106 today and 105 Sunday.
Oncor said most power outages so far are minor, affecting one to several households. Restoration of power, however, can take up to several hours to complete.
Equipment failures are common in the summer months and Oncor Electric Delivery workers regularly train on how to handle such instances, company spokesman Grant Cruise said.
“With everyone cranking the air-conditioning up, it’s pulling more load on the system,” Cruise said.
Three power outages were reported Thursday evening in West Temple and Morgan’s Point Resort, affecting one to eight customers each, according to Oncor’s outage map. Of those, power was restored late Thursday or early Friday morning.
On Friday, a few outages were reported in Belton, Harker Heights and Killeen.
Cruise said Oncor maintains close contact with the Electric Reliability Council of Texas to ensure that customers can stay cool in hot weather.
“They’re increasing capacity to meet demand so it shouldn’t be an issue,” he said.
A Texas A&M University climate professor said Texas is facing one of the state’s hottest summers on record. John Nielsen-Gammon — a regents professor in the Department of Atmospheric Sciences who serves as the Texas state climatologist — said the state is experiencing higher-than-average temperatures this year, with last month tying for the second-hottest May in Texas history.
“June is typically a wet month for Texas, but it’s not shaping up that way so far,” Nielsen-Gammon, the director of the Southern Regional Climate Center, said in a news release. “Except for West Texas, July is typically a dry month, so continued lack of rain in June could mean that we are stuck with a very hot summer. The hottest summer on record was in 2011, the one recent year in which June drought was worse than today.
“It would not surprise me if this summer ended up being the second-hottest summer on record for the state.”
Amanda Shroeder, a Fort Worth-based meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said the agency is “expecting dangerously hot temperatures across North and Central Texas” this weekend.
“The heat index ... is essentially trying to capture what the temperature feels like, which, when it gets to those kinds of readings, is very dangerous,” she told FME News Service.
Residents should monitor the heat advisories and take measures to avoid heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
“Make sure you stay hydrated,” she said. “Try to minimize outdoor time, especially during peak hours when it’s the warmest. Find shade. Take frequent breaks. Check on pets and those that may be more vulnerable, or may not have adequate air conditioning. Check on your friends and neighbors. Don’t leave pets and children unattended in vehicles because those temperatures can rise very rapidly in a short amount of time in those kinds of conditions.”
The heat wave is caused, in part, by La Nina weather patterns, which typically bring about warmer and dryer conditions to North and Central Texas, combined with dry southwesterly winds, Shroeder said.
A high of 99 degrees was recorded Friday afternoon at Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport in Temple.
Power peak
Oncor said its workers train for months prior to the high electrical demands in July through September. They spend months in the office in planning sessions and data analysis meetings.
Each spring, workers inspect the electrical system with helicopters and drones as well as infrared cameras and transformer oil analysis, Oncor said.
Historical data and forecasts help pinpoint high-load areas or spots where demand is higher than normal. Electrical equipment — including transmission lines, transformers and feeder breakers — also are inspected.
Infrared cameras are used to locate hot spots in equipment. The images can help workers determine places were repairs need to be made, the company said.
Transformers are studied using a process called Dissolved Gas Analysis that examines the mineral oil inside that keeps the equipment cool. Oil sample tests can help determine if a problem exists in a transformer.
“The age of a transformer doesn’t necessarily correlate to when and why it fails,” Cruise said.
Some older transformers may operate better since they have copper cords inside while newer models have aluminum cords, Cruise said.
Drought effects
U.S. Drought Monitor data shows that early-June drought conditions are the worst in Texas since 2013.
Exceptional drought is affecting the Southern High Plains, Trans Pecos, Hill Country and San Antonio areas while extreme drought covers over 40% of the state, according to Nielsen-Gammon.
“Drought-free areas include parts of North-Central and Northeast Texas within 50 miles or so of the Red River, much of East-Southeast Texas, and far South Texas,” he said. “Of those areas, East and Southeast Texas have mostly missed out on recent rains and are rapidly drying out.”
Moderate to severe drought conditions are still seen in most of Bell County, the U.S. Drought Monitor showed. A western swath of the county is under extreme drought.
The lingering drought has caused the levels of Bell County’s two reservoirs — Belton and Stillhouse Hollow lakes — to gradually drop over the past year. Both lakes are nearly 5 feet below their normal elevations, according to state water data.
Lake Belton is now 87.3% full while Stillhouse Hollow is 86.6% full. Both lakes were 100% full last summer, water data shows.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) CEO, Chris Kempczinski sent the following message to the McDonald's global System, announcing the company's new Chief Impact Officer, Jon Banner.
The Digital CV and headshot for Mr. Banner are embedded within this release.
I am thrilled to share that Jon Banner will be joining McDonald's as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Impact Officer, reporting directly to me and serving on our Global Senior Leadership Team.
Jon is the perfect leader to oversee our Sustainability & ESG, Government Relations and Public Policy, Communications and International Corporate Relations functions, as well as Ronald McDonald House Charities—building on the momentum of the Impact function as we strengthen and protect our reputation around the world.
In getting to know Jon, it was immediately clear that his passion for McDonald's is matched only by his deep and abiding values, his people-first leadership style, his geopolitical acumen, and his vast network and expertise stewarding global brands in today's dynamic operating environment.
Jon joins us after 10 years at PepsiCo, one of the world's largest food and beverage companies. There he served in a similar capacity, responsible for the Communications function and the PepsiCo Foundation, and worked closely with the company's Sustainability and Government Affairs teams. During this time, he co-created the company's sustainability vision, PepsiCo Positive (pep+), an end-to-end transformation of how the company creates growth and shared value with sustainability and human capital at the center. He also reimagined the Foundation's global strategy towards advancing a more sustainable food system through new partnerships and investments to alleviate hunger, provide access to safe water, and drive economic empowerment. Prior to PepsiCo, Jon spent the majority of his career at Disney/ABC traveling the world as the Executive Producer on some of the most influential news programs, including "World News Tonight" and "This Week", winning numerous Emmy Awards for groundbreaking coverage.
He brings extraordinary and wide-ranging experience in building connected, high-performing teams that are equally known for being inclusive and empowering, which makes him such a great fit for our System and for the Impact function.
As McDonald's continues to focus on driving admiration and trust with all of our stakeholders, I will look to Jon to provide the leadership required to bring our purpose to life in the nearly 40,000 communities where we live, work and serve.
Jon will be based in Chicago, and he'll be joining us on September 6.
Please join me in welcoming Jon, his wife Sara, and their daughters, Sylvie and Leigh, to the McFamily.
About McDonald's
McDonald's is the world's leading global foodservice retailer with nearly 40,000 locations in over 100 countries. Approximately 95% of McDonald's restaurants worldwide are owned and operated by independent local business owners.
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| 2022-08-24T18:50:14Z |
NEW YORK, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for AXSM, NIO, VEON, UAL, and CLVS.
To see how InvestorsObserver's proprietary scoring system rates these stocks, view the InvestorsObserver's PriceWatch Alert by selecting the corresponding link.
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| 2022-06-30T14:08:49Z |
Over 100 Atlanta Families Can Get a Head Start on Back-to-School Shopping with $100 Walmart Gift Cards
ATLANTA , July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Witherite Law Group and 1-800-TruckWreck are partnering with Walmart Inc., a multinational retail corporation, and V-103 FM The People's Station, to host its second "Cash Register Takeover" this year. The "Cash Register Takeover" will be held on Thursday, July 21, 2022, from noon to 2 p.m. at Walmart Supercenter, 1105 Research Center Atlanta Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA 30331. The first 103 families to shop and check out during this time will each receive one $100 gift card, sponsored by Witherite Law Group. Gift cards will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. The gift cards are meant to help families offset the costs of school supplies for families impacted by inflation.
Big Tigger, famed Atlanta media personality, will also be onsite to help distribute the gift cards.
The National Retail Federation reports that families spent more than $840 on school supplies last year, and with inflation, costs are expected to be higher this year. The cost of notebooks, book bags, clothing and sneakers have all increased while discounts are on the decline.
"No one is immune to the effects of inflation. Prices are increasing while wages remain stagnant," said Amy Witherite, founder of Witherite Law Group and 1-800-TruckWreck. "We want to ensure the children in our community are well equipped to start school with the necessary supplies for a successful year."
Witherite Law Group and Walmart hosted the first "Cash Register Takeover" in February 2022, at three different Atlanta Walmart locations. They gave away a total of $30,900 to more than 300 families.
ABOUT WITHERITE LAW GROUP
Witherite Law Group is a personal injury law firm founded in 2001 with offices in Atlanta (also serving Columbus and Macon), Dallas, and Fort Worth. The firm's attorneys specialize in helping those injured in a car or truck accident and can be reached by calling 1-800-TruckWreck or 1-800-CarWreck, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
INTERVIEW/B-ROLL OPPORTUNITIES
The following spokespeople are available for pre-event and/or onsite interviews:
- Sean McEvoy - attorney, Witherite Law Group
- Corina Adams - market coordinator, M19 Metro Atlanta Area, Walmart
- Big Tigger – famed morning show host, V-103 FM
- Select gift card recipients
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| 2022-07-19T12:03:17Z |
NEW YORK, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Carvana Co. ("Carvana" or the "Company") (NYSE: CVNA). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at [email protected] or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Carvana and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On June 24, 2022, after market hours, Barron's published an article entitled "Carvana Sought to Disrupt Auto Sales. It Delivered Undriveable Cars". The Barron's article reported that "[i]n its haste to seize market share from competitors, Carvana was selling cars faster than it could get them registered to their new owners", which resulted in numerous violations of law and regulations in a number of jurisdictions.
On this news, Carvana's stock price fell $6.78 per share, or 21%, over the following two trading sessions, to close at $24.74 per share on June 28, 2022.
Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com
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| 2022-08-09T06:51:32Z |
HARTFORD, Conn., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtus Stone Harbor Emerging Markets Income Fund (NYSE: EDF), today announced the following monthly distributions:
The amounts of distributions reported in this notice are estimates only and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the distributions for tax purposes will depend on the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund or your broker will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you what distributions to report for federal income tax purposes.
Virtus Stone Harbor Emerging Markets Income Fund is a non-diversified, closed-end management investment company that is managed by Stone Harbor Investment Partners, LLC ("Stone Harbor"). The Fund's primary investment objective is to maximize total return, which consists of income and capital appreciation on its investments in emerging markets securities. There is no assurance that the Fund will achieve its investment objective.
For more information on the Fund, contact shareholder services at (866) 390-3910, by email at [email protected], or through the Closed-End Funds section of virtus.com.
An investment in a fund is subject to risk, including the risk of possible loss of principal. A fund's shares may be worth less upon their sale than what an investor paid for them. Shares of closed-end funds may trade at a premium or discount to their net asset value. For more information about each Fund's investment objective and risks, please see the Fund's annual report. A copy of the Fund's most recent annual report may be obtained free of charge by contacting "Shareholder Services" as set forth at the end of this press release.
Stone Harbor Investment Partners, LLC, an affiliated manager of Virtus Investment Partners, is a global institutional fixed-income investment manager specializing in credit and asset allocation strategies. The firm manages institutional clients' assets in a range of investment strategies including emerging markets debt, global high yield, bank loans, as well as multi-sector credit products including unconstrained and total return approaches. The firm's investment strategies are based on fundamental insights, derived from a combination of proprietary research and the in-depth knowledge and specialized experience of the firm's team. Founded in 2006, it is based in New York City with additional offices in London and Singapore. For more information, visit shipemd.com.
Virtus Investment Partners (NASDAQ: VRTS) is a distinctive partnership of boutique investment managers singularly committed to the long-term success of individual and institutional investors. The company provides investment management products and services through its affiliated managers and select subadvisers, each with a distinct investment style, autonomous investment process, and individual brand. For more information, visit virtus.com.
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| 2022-05-25T20:42:57Z |
AUSTIN, Texas, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviat Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVNW) ("Aviat"), the leading expert in wireless transport solutions, today issued the following open letter to the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT) ("Ceragon" or the "Company"), urging the Company to schedule an extraordinary meeting of shareholders, which Aviat called for on June 27th (U.S.) / June 28th (Israel), 2022. As Ceragon's third largest shareholder, Aviat is entitled to call this meeting and believes Ceragon's silence represents its continued refusal to engage constructively with Aviat and act in the best interests of shareholders.
Members of the Board:
It has been over a week since we made public our acquisition proposal and, as the holder of more than 5% of Ceragon's outstanding shares, requested an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders for the purposes of removing three current directors and electing five highly qualified and independent new directors to better represent the interests of all Ceragon shareholders. To date, your only response has been to confirm receipt and the only guidance that you have provided to your shareholders is that they "need not take action at this time".
While your lack of response is disappointing, it is not surprising, given your refusal for several months to engage constructively with us in negotiations regarding a transaction that would deliver compelling value to shareholders. Your failure to respond over the past week only demonstrates to us, and to our fellow shareholders, that transparency and communication are far from your top priorities. We have come to expect delay tactics from you, but your other shareholders deserve better. They deserve a Board that will confront the Company's continued underperformance and that will consider opportunities to unlock value in earnest.
I urge you to do right by your shareholders – begin negotiations with us and set a date for shareholders to make their voices heard.
Sincerely,
Peter A. Smith
Aviat Networks
President and Chief Executive Officer
Aviat Networks, Inc. is the leading expert in wireless transport solutions and works to provide dependable products, services and support to its customers. With more than one million systems sold into 170 countries worldwide, communications service providers and private network operators including state/local government, utility, federal government and defense organizations trust Aviat with their critical applications. Coupled with a long history of microwave innovations, Aviat provides a comprehensive suite of localized professional and support services enabling customers to drastically simplify both their networks and their lives. For more than 70 years, the experts at Aviat have delivered high-performance products, simplified operations, and the best overall customer experience. Aviat Networks is headquartered in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit www.aviatnetworks.com or connect with Aviat Networks on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
The information contained in this document includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include, without limitations, statements regarding the proposed transaction between Aviat and Ceragon, the results of the requested extraordinary general meeting of shareholders of Ceragon and Ceragon's actions in connection therewith. All statements, trend analyses and other information contained herein regarding the foregoing beliefs and expectations, as well as about the markets for the services and products of Aviat and trends in revenue, and other statements identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including, without limitation, "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "estimate," "expect," "goal," "will," "see," "continue," "delivering," "view," and "intend," or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions, constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, forward-looking statements are based on estimates reflecting the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the senior management of Aviat regarding the future of its business, future plans and strategies, projections, anticipated events and trends, the economy and other future conditions. Such forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements should therefore be considered in light of various important factors, including those set forth in this document. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from estimates or projections contained in the forward-looking statements include the following:
- the impact of COVID-19 on our business, operations and cash flows;
- continued price and margin erosion as a result of increased competition in the microwave transmission industry
- our ability to realize the anticipated benefits of any proposed or recent acquisitions, including our proposed transaction with Ceragon, within the anticipated timeframe or at all, including the risk that proposed or recent acquisitions will not be integrated successfully;
- the results of the extraordinary general meeting of Ceragon's shareholders;
- the impact of the volume, timing, and customer, product, and geographic mix of our product orders;
- the timing of our receipt of payment for products or services from our customers;
- our ability to meet projected new product development dates or anticipated cost reductions of new products;
- our suppliers' inability to perform and deliver on time as a result of their financial condition, component shortages, the effects of COVID-19 or other supply chain constraints;
- the effects of inflation and the timing and extent of changes in the prices and overall demand for and availability of our inputs;
- customer acceptance of new products;
- the ability of our subcontractors to timely perform;
- weakness in the global economy affecting customer spending;
- retention of our key personnel;
- our ability to manage and maintain key customer relationships;
- uncertain economic conditions in the telecommunications sector combined with operator and supplier consolidation;
- our failure to protect our Intellectual property rights or defend against Intellectual property infringement claims by others;
- the results of our restructuring efforts;
- the ability to preserve and use our net operating loss carryforwards;
- the effects of currency and interest rate risks;
- the effects of current and future government regulations, including the effects of current restrictions on various commercial and economic activities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic;
- general economic conditions, including uncertainty regarding the timing, pace and extent of an economic recovery in the United States and other countries where we conduct business;
- the conduct of unethical business practices in developing countries;
- the impact of political turmoil in countries where we have significant business;
- the impact of tariffs, the adoption of trade restrictions affecting our products or suppliers, a United States withdrawal from or significant renegotiation of trade agreements, the occurrence of trade wars, the closing of border crossings, and other changes in trade regulations or relationships; and
- Aviat's ability to implement our stock repurchase program or the extent to which it enhances long-term stockholder value.
For more information regarding the risks and uncertainties for Aviat's business, see "Risk Factors" in Aviat's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on August 25, 2021 as well as other reports filed by Aviat with the SEC from time to time. Aviat does not undertake any obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, for any reason, except as required by law, even as new information becomes available or other events occur in the future.
This document does not constitute an offer to sell or exchange, or the solicitation of an offer to buy or exchange, any securities, nor will there be any sale of securities in any states or jurisdictions in which such offer or sale or exchange would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offering of securities will be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933 or an exemption therefrom.
In connection with any transaction between Aviat and Ceragon that involves the issuance of Aviat shares to the Ceragon shareholders, Aviat will file a registration statement with the SEC. INVESTORS ARE URGED TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT, ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO AND OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE FILED WITH THE SEC CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRANSACTION. Investors will also be able to obtain copies of the registration statement and other documents containing important information about each of the companies once such documents are filed with the SEC, without charge, at the SEC's web site at www.sec.gov.
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Bird hike Saturday
The Repository
PIKE TWP. – The Canton Audubon Society invites the public to join members and friends for a bird hike at 8 a.m. Saturday at Fry Family Park, 2533 Farber St. SE.
Scott Watkins, an experienced birder and vice president of the local Audubon Society, will lead the hike. Participants should meet by the picnic shelter at the "top of the park."
Bring your own binoculars or borrow some from the club. Families with children are welcome, but be advised that the park's dirt trails are rolling, not flat like most Stark Park trails.
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| 2022-07-12T20:07:16Z |
Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin leaves her beloved Balmoral
LONDON (AP) - Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin left her beloved Scottish estate Balmoral Castle on Sunday as the monarch who died after 70 years on the throne begins her last journey back to London for a state funeral.
Gamekeepers from Balmoral, the summer retreat where the queen died Thursday, carried the late sovereign’s oak coffin from the castle’s ballroom to a hearse to begin a six-hour, 280-kilometer (175-mile) journey through Scottish towns to Holyroodhouse palace in Edinburgh.
Crowds are lining parts of the route as the nation mourns its longest-reigning monarch, the only one most Britons have ever known. Early Sunday, flowers and other tributes — a small Paddington Bear toy, a hand-drawn picture of the queen — were piled up outside the gates of Balmoral.
A marmalade sandwich — Paddington Bear’s favorite snack — also lay among the floral tributes directly outside the gates of Balmoral. A message on the plastic bag read: “A marmalade sandwich for your journey ma’am.”
Sunday’s solemn drive through Scotland comes a day after the queen’s eldest son was formally proclaimed the new monarch — King Charles III — at a pomp-filled accession ceremony steeped in ancient tradition and political symbolism.
“I am deeply aware of this great inheritance and of the duties and heavy responsibilities of sovereignty, which have now passed to me,” Charles said as he took on the duties of monarch.
He will be proclaimed king in other nations of the United Kingdom — Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — and in towns across the country Sunday. Earlier, proclamations were held in other parts of the Commonwealth — the group of former British Empire colonies — including Australia and New Zealand.
In the New Zealand capital, Wellington, the British monarch’s representative, Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro, said: “On behalf of all New Zealanders, I extend to King Charles our loyalty and support and wishes for a long and happy reign.”
Even as he mourned his late mother, Charles was getting down to work. He was meeting at Buckingham Palace with the secretary-general of the Commonwealth, a group of nations that grapples with affection for the queen and lingering bitterness over their own colonial legacies. That ranges from slavery to corporal punishment in African schools to looted artifacts held in British institutions.
Amid the grief enveloping the House of Windsor, there were hints of a possible family reconciliation. Prince William and his brother Harry, together with their respective wives, Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, delighted mourners near Windsor Castle with a surprise joint appearance Saturday.
The queen’s coffin will take a circuitous journey back to the capital. On Monday, it will be taken from Holyroodhouse to nearby St. Giles’ Cathedral, where it will remain until Tuesday, when it will be flown to London. The coffin will be moved from Buckingham Palace on Wednesday to the Houses of Parliament to lie in state until the funeral at Westminster Abbey on Sept. 19.
In the village of Ballater, near Balmoral, the Rev. David Barr said locals consider the royals as “neighbors” and try to treat them as locals when they spend summers in the Scottish Highlands.
“When she comes up here, and she goes through those gates, I believe the royal part of her stays mostly outside,” he said. “And as she goes in, she was able to be a wife, a loving wife, a loving mum, a loving gran and then later on a loving great-gran — and aunty — and be normal.”
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| 2022-09-11T09:55:41Z |
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
- Jeep® brand offers Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom special editions to honor servicemen and servicewomen
- Military-themed exterior and interior design cues include an Oscar Mike badge, as well as an American flag decal
- Winch-capable steel front bumper and steel rock rails
- Jeep brand will make a $250 donation to military charities with every Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom edition sold
- Orders for 2023 Freedom special editions are available this month for a limited time
As a tribute to U.S. military members, the Jeep® brand is offering a military-themed, special limited-edition Freedom package for the 2023 Gladiator and Wrangler, featuring military-themed exterior and interior design cues. The Jeep brand will make a $250 donation to military charities with every Freedom edition sold.
"With our 1941 origins rooted in the military, we at the Jeep brand are proud of our heritage, and the Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom editions are a tribute to all the servicemen and servicewomen," said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. "Through these special editions, this Fourth of July we honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country and support those who have served and continue to serve."
The Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom special-edition vehicles include capability enhancements and unique exterior features, such as an Oscar Mike badge on the rear tailgate/swing gate. The 2023 Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom editions also feature LED headlamps and fog lamps, body-color fender flares, winch-capable steel front bumper, steel rock rails, black wheels and accents and an American flag decal along the side of each vehicle. Inside, the Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom special editions boast leather-trimmed cloth seats and black accent stitching.
All active and recently retired service members also qualify for $500 military bonus cash for 2023 Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom special editions.
Available for a limited time, orders will open for both Freedom special editions later this month, with vehicles scheduled to start arriving to Jeep dealers in time for Veterans Day. The Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom editions are available on the Sport S trim at a package price of $3,295.
Both Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler Freedom special editions come standard with the Jeep Wave customer service program. The premium owner loyalty program is filled with exciting benefits and exclusive perks, including:
- Three years of worry-free maintenance at Jeep dealerships
- 24/7 support via phone or online chat
- Vehicle protection including 24/7 roadside assistance and first-day loaner coverage
- VIP access to select, exclusive Jeep brand events
Jeep Brand
Built on 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV brand that brings capability, craftsmanship and versatility to people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a broad portfolio of vehicles that continues to provide owners with a sense of safety and security to handle any journey with confidence. The Jeep vehicle range consists of the Cherokee, Compass, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, new three-row Grand Cherokee L, Grand Cherokee 4xe, Renegade and Wrangler and Wrangler 4xe. Jeep Wave, a premium owner loyalty and customer care program that is available to the entire Jeep 4x4 lineup, is filled with benefits and exclusive perks to deliver Jeep brand owners the utmost care and dedicated 24/7 support. The legendary Jeep brand's off-road capability is enhanced by a global electrification initiative that is transforming 4xe into new 4x4 in pursuit of the brand's vision of accomplishing Zero Emission Freedom. All Jeep brand SUVs will offer an electrified variant by 2025.
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Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeep
Twitter: www.twitter.com/jeep
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/jeep
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| 2022-07-01T15:55:43Z |
Fourteen Georgians, including eight prison inmates, were charged Wednesday with participating in a drug trafficking ring operating in southeastern Georgia.
ATLANTA -- Fourteen Georgians, including eight prison inmates, were charged Wednesday with participating in a drug trafficking ring operating in southeastern Georgia.
According to a federal indictment, the group began distributing methamphetamine, heroin and fentanyl as far back as 2018 in at least seven counties: Bacon, Brantley, Camden, Coffee, Glynn, Pierce and Ware.
All 14 are charged with conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute the drugs. They face sentences of 10 years in prison up to life, along with substantial fines and at least five years of supervised release after completing any prison term.
“The use of contraband cellphones and other devices inside prisons for coordination of criminal activity outside prison walls is an increasing danger to our communities,” David Estes, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Georgia, said. “Our law enforcement partners, including the Georgia Department of Corrections, did outstanding work in identifying and infiltrating this network to being an end to this illegal conspiracy.”
The inmates charged in the indictment include Jonathan Alvin Pope, 38, of Calhoun State Prison; Christy Renee Pope, 42, of Pulaski State Prison; Jason Wildes, 40, of Ware County Detention Center; Clark Bennett, 50, of Floyd County Prison; and James Edward Lane, 55, of Dooly County Detention Center.
Also charged were three inmates at the Brantley County Detention Center: Kristina Ashley Montgomery, 37; Tony Marvin Jones, 63; and Michael Mancil, 45.
The other defendants include Richard Reginald Perkins Jr., 46; Joshua Lance Lee, 45, and Sara Elizabeth Laroche, 37, all of Nahunta; Jode Lee Weaver, 41, and Ashlee Pope, 32, both of Waycross; and Lena Leigh Davis, 45, of Homeland.
The case was investigated by the Justice Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces operation, working with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s Savannah office; the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; the Georgia Department of Corrections, and several local sheriff’s departments.
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| 2022-07-14T20:09:34Z |
Blending legacy and innovation, these iconic names in racing are introducing the industry to the future of storytelling and fan engagement – offering real-world utility and one lucky person a chance to win an authentic stock car from Stewart's collection
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange Comet, Inc., a premium NFT creative media and Web3 experience company, today announced an exclusive partnership with American motorsports legends Tony Stewart and Leah Pruett, alongside Tony Stewart Racing. As the first of its kind in its industry, this partnership is poised to create an all new fan experience, elevate fan engagement, and create a new means of storytelling through an emerging technology platform. With various collections set to drop throughout the year, these NFTs will tell the story of Tony Stewart, Leah Pruett and Tony Stewart Racing in a never before seen way.
"We're always looking for new and innovative ways to highlight motorsports and bring unique, one-of-a-kind experiences to our fans, and this partnership with Orange Comet is doing just that," said Stewart, the only driver to win championships in NASCAR, INDYCAR and USAC. "We live in a world where the digital experience is enhancing the live experience, and this collection we've created for the racing community blends these two worlds in a way we've never seen before."
The partnership will officially kick off on Aug. 23 with a limited-edition drop on TonyStewartNFTs.com and OpenSea focusing on Stewart's historic motorsports career. Comprised of a variety of signature animations and PFPs, the collection will honor Stewart's legacy by featuring various cars he has raced over the years, while driving home his sense for innovation. In celebrating his days on dirt tracks to open-wheel racing to his remarkable career in NASCAR, this collection reinvents how fans will collect the traditional 1:18 diecast car as well as bring multiple motorsports series into the world of web3 for the first time ever. The gem of the collection features the opportunity for a fan to own a racecar from Stewart-Haas Racing, the NASCAR team Stewart co-owns with industrialist Gene Haas. Additional unique, real-world utility will be included in the collection such as autographed hats, an autographed firesuit, and a chance to win a virtual hangout with Stewart.
"We're thrilled to be working with Tony, Leah and Tony Stewart Racing to truly change the way fans across the globe experience motorsports," said Dave Broome, CEO and Co-founder of Orange Comet. "The deeply detailed collections we've created are a conduit to engage with these legends through an all new medium, while also offering the chance to own a piece of history."
The first collection drop, minted on Ethereum, will be broken down into two categories. The first - The Champion Series - will feature six signature animations spotlighting various cars, with 30 total NFTs available for purchase - each accompanied by an autographed firesuit. Additionally, if the series sells out, it will unlock the opportunity for one of the Champion Series NFT owners to receive a racecar from Stewart-Haas Racing.
The second category - The Legacy Series - will feature 500 total NFTs, all one-of-ones that will highlight select cars Stewart has driven, plus new car paint schemes inspired by his legendary career. There will also be a one-in-five chance to win a 30-minute virtual hangout with Stewart. For those who purchase more than one NFT, an autographed hat by Stewart will also be gifted.
"This is an entirely new way for us to engage with our fans and the racing community as a whole," Stewart said. "It's story telling on a new and emerging platform. We knew we could create some championship-caliber collections for the fans that are both collectible and have some awesome experiences attached to them."
Sign up at TonyStewartNFTs.com now to stay informed on the latest news surrounding this one-of-a-kind partnership and follow on social media @OrangeCometNft.
Orange Comet is a premium content creation company focused on producing high quality and disruptive NFT digital collectibles and Web3 experiences. The Company's team brings together some of the world's leading and award-winning media creators, producers, and artists to partner with the biggest brands, IP and talent across music, sports, arts and entertainment. By blending super-creative content and game-changing technology, our mission is to create groundbreaking NFT experiences for the passionate fan bases of our clients, simultaneously unlocking new levels of interest, engagement and revenue. Co-founded by Hollywood veteran producer, Dave Broome, NFL Hall of Famer Kurt Warner and Grammy award-winning music icons Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Orange Comet is powered by a passionate group of people that believe the future of all entertainment and media is on the verge of major disruptive change through a variety of blockchain experiences. Dedicated to blockchain sustainability, Orange Comet runs on green servers and builds a carbon-negative solution in the NFT space, including partnering with eco-conscious blockchains. Our collective diversity in background, expertise and industries, works to help our clients shape their businesses for the emerging Metaverse of opportunities that awaits. For more information, visit us at OrangeComet.com, as well as on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
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| 2022-08-09T14:38:12Z |
WINDSOR, Va., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Farmers Bankshares, Inc. (OTC-PINK: FBVA), the Windsor-based holding company for Farmers Bank, announced that the Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.15 per share to holders of common stock of the company. On an annualized basis the $0.15 per share dividend is increased by 15.4% over the dividend declared in June 2021 of $0.13 per share.
The record date for stockholders entitled to payment of the dividend will be the close of normal trading on July 1, 2022, with payment to occur by July 15, 2022.
Headquartered in Windsor, Virginia, Farmers Bankshares, Inc. is the holding company for Farmers Bank, Windsor, Virginia. Farmers Bank was founded in 1919 and is a community bank which operates eight branches and services areas throughout Tidewater Virginia. Additional information is available at the company's website, www.farmersbankva.com.
The common stock of Farmers Bankshares, Inc. trades on the OTC Pink Marketplace under the symbol FBVA. Any stockbroker can assist with purchase of the company's stock, as well as with sales of holdings.
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| 2022-06-21T16:23:31Z |
Updated ingredients, packaging and process further reduce environmental impact and drive Kellogg's Better Days commitment forward
BATTLE CREEK, Mich., April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MorningStar Farms® is expanding its current sustainability efforts this year with plans to roll out new recycle-ready packaging for select products, begin sourcing 100 percent Renewable Electricity and utilize a new plant-based soy ingredient from Benson Hill® that will reduce the brand's impacts on the environment. These efforts are part of Kellogg's Better Days commitment, which aims to create better days for 3 billion people by the end of 2030, by addressing the interconnected issues of wellbeing, hunger relief and climate resiliency.
MorningStar Farms® new recycle-ready packaging for foods in flexible plastic bags will allow consumers to recycle clean and dry bags at retailers that participate in a store drop-off collection. Currently, MorningStar Farms® Incogmeato® rigid plastic trays and MorningStar Farms® foods in paperboard boxes are recycle-ready at curbside in participating communities. The new packaging will appear in stores later this year.
Additionally, MorningStar Farms® has announced plans to begin sourcing 100 percent Renewable Electricity this year through a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement, as well as an investment in Renewable Energy Credits.
"Our dedication and willingness to push boundaries on the sustainability front is something we take pride in," said Sara Young, general manager of plant-based proteins at Kellogg. "We've made it our mission to make plant-based foods that are both good for consumers and the planet. It's become a core principle of our brand and having that as a driver we think truly distinguishes us from other players in the space."
The brand has also partnered with Benson Hill®, an innovator in plant-based proteins. Benson Hill® has developed varieties of ultra-high protein soybeans that deliver at least 20 percent more protein right out of the ground compared to commodity U.S. soybeans. Through its partnership, MorningStar Farms® can incorporate Benson Hill soy ingredients that require as much as 70 percent less water and 50 percent less CO2e through the elimination of a traditional soy processing step1.
MorningStar Farms® and Benson Hill® are committed to making plant-based eating accessible and environmentally responsible. Benson Hill® ingredients meet all the quality and functionality standards of MorningStar Farms® food with the unique benefit of sustainable sourcing through Benson Hill®'s work with farmers and manufacturers.
"Our products are unique in that they deliver sustainability benefits from farm to ingredient," says Bruce Bennett, President of Benson Hill's Ingredient Business. "We're about providing all parties with the tools and resources they need to unlock the potential for holistically better food. Knowing MorningStar Farms® is a key player in the plant-based food industry, we're looking forward to working together to make a significant impact."
For more than 40 years, MorningStar Farms® has delivered great-tasting food for anyone looking to integrate more plant-based meals into their lives, in whatever way is right for them - whether that means at breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, or just a few times a week. With a wide variety of food across the MorningStar Farms® portfolio, they offer easy to love plant-based options how, where, and when consumers want them. To learn more visit MorningStarFarms.com and follow @morningstarfarms on Facebook and Instagram and @MorningStrFarms on Twitter.
About Benson Hill
Benson Hill (NYSE: BHIL), moves food forward with the CropOS® platform, a cutting-edge food innovation engine that combines data science and machine learning with biology and genetics. Benson Hill empowers innovators to unlock nature's genetic diversity from plant to plate, with the purpose of creating nutritious, great-tasting food and ingredient options that are both widely accessible and sustainable. More information can be found at bensonhill.com or on Twitter at @bensonhillinc.
About Kellogg Company
At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), our vision is a good and just world where people are not just fed but fulfilled. We are creating better days and a place at the table for everyone through our trusted food brands. Our beloved brands include Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Special K®, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg's Corn Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Eggo®, Mini-Wheats®, Kashi®, RXBAR®, MorningStar Farms® and more. Net sales in 2021 were nearly $14.2 billion, comprised principally of snacks as well as convenience foods like cereal, frozen foods and noodles. As part of our Kellogg's® Better Days ESG strategy, we're addressing the interconnected issues of wellbeing, climate and food security, creating Better Days for 3 billion people by the end of 2030. Visit www.KelloggCompany.com.
1 Compared to commodity soy protein concentrate on a per kilogram of protein basis, based on preliminary Life Cycle Assessment results conducted by Blonk Consultants with the Agri-Footprint database (April 2021).
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| 2022-04-04T15:33:57Z |
Pelosi: China cannot stop US officials from visiting Taiwan
TOKYO (AP) — U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Friday that China will not isolate Taiwan by preventing U.S. officials from traveling there.
She made the remarks in Tokyo, the final leg of an Asia tour highlighted by a visit to Taiwan that infuriated China.
Pelosi, the first House speaker to visit Taiwan in 25 years, said Wednesday in Taipei that the U.S. commitment to democracy in the self-governing island and elsewhere “remains ironclad.”
Pelosi and five other members of Congress arrived in Tokyo late Thursday after visiting Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan and South Korea.
China, which claims Taiwan and has threatened to annex it by force if necessary, called her visit to the island a provocation and on Thursday began military drills, including missile firing, in six zones surrounding Taiwan.
THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Friday that China’s military exercises aimed at Taiwan represent a “grave problem” that threatens regional peace and security after five ballistic missiles launched as part of the drills landed in Japan’s exclusive economic zone.
Kishida, speaking after breakfast with U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her congressional delegation, said the missile launches need to be “stopped immediately.”
China, which claims Taiwan and has threatened to annex it by force if necessary, called Pelosi’s visit earlier this week to the self-ruled island a provocation and on Thursday began military exercises, including missile strike training, in six zones surrounding Taiwan, in what could be its biggest since the mid-1990s.
In Taipei on Wednesday, Pelosi said the American commitment to democracy in Taiwan and elsewhere “remains ironclad.” She became the first House speaker to visit the island in 25 years.
Japanese Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said five missiles landed on Thursday in Japan’s exclusive economic zone off Hateruma, an island far south of Japan’s main islands. He said Japan protested to China, saying the missiles “threatened Japan’s national security and the lives of the Japanese people, which we strongly condemn.”
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi, attending a regional meeting in Cambodia, said China’s actions are “severely impacting peace and stability in the region and the international community, and we demand the immediate suspension of the military exercises.”
Japan has in recent years bolstered its defense capability and troop presence in southwestern Japan and remote islands, including Okinawa, which is about 700 kilometers (420 miles) northeast of Taiwan. Many residents say they worry their island will be quickly embroiled in any Taiwan conflict. Okinawa is home to the majority of about 50,000 American troops based in Japan under a bilateral security pact.
At the breakfast earlier Friday, Pelosi and her congressional delegation also discussed their shared security concern over China, North Korea and Russia, and pledged their commitment to working toward peace and stability in Taiwan, Kishida said. Pelosi also was to hold talks with her Japanese counterpart, lower house Speaker Hiroyuki Hosoda.
Japan and its key ally, America, have been pushing for new security and economic frameworks with other democracies in the Indo-Pacific region and Europe as a counter to China’s growing influence amid rising tensions between Beijing and Taipei.
Days before Pelosi’s Taiwan visit, a group of senior Japanese lawmakers, including former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba, visited the island and discussed regional security with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen. Ishiba said Japan, while working with the United States to prevent conflict in the Indo-Pacific, wants a defense agreement with Taiwan.
On Thursday, the foreign ministers of the Group of Seven industrialized nations issued a statement saying “there is no justification to use a visit as pretext for aggressive military activity in the Taiwan Strait.” It said China’s “escalatory response risks increasing tensions and destabilizing the region.”
China cited its displeasure over the statement for the last-minute cancellation of talks between the Chinese and Japanese foreign ministers on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations meeting in Cambodia on Thursday.
Pelosi held talks on Thursday in South Korea, also a key U.S. ally, which stayed away from the Taiwan issue, apparently to avoid upsetting China, focusing instead on North Korea’s increasing nuclear threat.
In recent years, South Korea has been struggling to strike a balance between the United States and China as their rivalry has deepened.
The Chinese military exercises launched Thursday involve its navy, air force and other departments and are to last until Sunday. They include missile strikes on targets in the seas north and south of the island in an echo of the last major Chinese military drills in 1995 and 1996 aimed at intimidating Taiwan’s leaders and voters.
Taiwan has put its military on alert and staged civil defense drills, while the U.S. has numerous naval assets in the area.
China also flew war planes toward Taiwan and blocked imports of its citrus and fish.
China sees the island as a breakaway province and considers visits to Taiwan by foreign officials as recognizing its sovereignty.
The Biden administration and Pelosi have said the United States remains committed to the so-called one-China policy, which recognizes Beijing as the government of China but allows informal relations and defense ties with Taipei. The administration discouraged but did not prevent Pelosi from visiting.
Pelosi has been a long-time advocate of human rights in China. She, along with other lawmakers, visited Beijing’s Tiananmen Square in 1991 to support democracy two years after a bloody military crackdown on protesters at the square.
As leader of the House of Representatives, Pelosi’s trip has heightened U.S.-China tensions more than visits by other members of Congress. The last House speaker to visit Taiwan was Newt Gingrich in 1997.
China and Taiwan, which split in 1949 after a civil war, have no official relations but multibillion-dollar business ties.
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Associated Press writers Hyung-jin Kim in Seoul, South Korea, and Huizhong Wu in Taipei, Taiwan, contributed to this report.
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‘I see barren fields’: Ukrainian Civil Society leaders discuss wartime agriculture disruptions
Sens. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) hosted an event discussing the war in Ukraine and what it means for global food security.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Known as the breadbasket of Europe, Ukraine is one of the top exporters of grain in the world.
The ongoing war is expected to cut trade drastically. Some economists fear the war will disrupt the global food chain, leading to famine in parts of the East and higher domestic commodity costs.
“Ukraine basically exports to a number of countries in North Africa and the Middle East,” said USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack, who told Gray DC his department is monitoring the situation. “These are developing countries. These are countries that rely a great deal on that wheat supply to be able to feed their people.”
Wheat growers in the U.S are already facing high operating costs and drought conditions. Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) says it’s unlikely the U.S will be able to fill any gap that might be created by the war.
“Even if America does everything we can to grow more wheat, it’s not going to be enough to replace what comes through the Black Sea right now,” said Marshall.
During a Wednesday press conference, Marshall and fellow GOP Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) discussed the issue with members of the Ukrainian Civil Society.
Ukrainian Military volunteer Maria Berlinska says Russia is using food as a quiet weapon, starving residents into submission and targeting farmland and agriculture infrastructure.
“We have less and less fields, and we have less and less opportunities,” said Berlinska.
During the discussion, she pleaded for additional aid in the form of weapons, sanctions, and international pressure on Russia.
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| 2022-04-06T23:39:56Z |
Improvement in Height Z-Score and Annualized Growth Velocity Observed, Consistent with Children Over 5
Interactions with Health Authorities Planned for H2 2022 to Discuss Expanding Access to Younger Children
SAN RAFAEL, Calif., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ:BMRN) presented data at The Endocrine Society Annual Meeting, ENDO 2022, demonstrating the Company's ongoing commitment to understanding the lifetime impact of achondroplasia, the most common form of disproportionate short stature. The Company provided data from a Phase 2 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of VOXZOGO™ (vosoritide) for Injection in infants and children aged 0 to less than five years old.
In the overall population of all randomized and sentinel subjects, the study showed an improvement in height Z-score (a measure of height adjusted for age and sex in reference to the average stature population and reported as a Standard Deviation, SD) as compared to placebo at 52 weeks. Voxzogo (n=43), compared to placebo (n=32), increased height Z-score by 0.30 SD (95% CI 0.07, 0.54) and annualized growth velocity (AGV) by 0.92cm/year (95% CI 0.24, 1.59). This improvement in height Z-score was consistent with improvements previously observed after one year of treatment in children over five years of age. In the randomized population (excluding sentinel subjects) and in the individual age subgroups, a trend toward increased height Z-score was observed. Voxzogo did not significantly impact upper-to-lower body segment ratio, which changed by -0.06 (95% CI -0.15, 0.03) over this 52-week period.
"We are pleased by these 52-week analysis results showing positive changes with Voxzogo compared to placebo in height Z-score and AGV," said Hank Fuchs, M.D., President, Worldwide Research and Development at BioMarin. "We look forward to discussing next steps regarding our efforts to expand access to Voxzogo treatment for this younger age group. We remain grateful to the children and families participating in the clinical study program."
"These data are very encouraging and supportive of early treatment initiation – there is clearly the potential these younger children could see meaningful benefit from treatment with Voxzogo. Importantly this is just the beginning: we look forward to the results of future analyses addressing additional endpoints and await further data on longer term follow up in this population with complex needs," said Melita Irving, Clinical Geneticist at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK and investigator for the Voxzogo clinical program at the Evelina London Children's Hospital.
BioMarin intends to meet with regulatory health authorities in the second half of 2022 to discuss next steps to expand access to Voxzogo for the treatment of achondroplasia in younger children.
Voxzogo Safety
The safety profile was generally consistent with that seen in older subjects in the Phase 3 Voxzogo 301 study (the current label population). Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) were higher in the placebo group (18%) compared to Voxzogo-treated children (7%). All SAEs, including a fatal respiratory arrest (reported as a sudden infant death syndrome in a treated infant with pre-existing respiratory morbidity), were deemed by the investigators to be unrelated to treatment. The most common adverse events were mild and self-limiting injection site reactions. See the U.S. Important Safety Information below and full Prescribing Information and Patient Prescribing Information for additional safety information.
Study Description
The 52-week phase 2 study enrolled 75 infants and young children with achondroplasia, aged zero to less than five years old (60 months). The study consists of three cohorts by age (24 months to less than 5 years, 6 months to less than 24 months, less than 6 months) and is followed by a subsequent open-label extension trial where all children receive active treatment. Children in this study will have completed a minimum three- or six-month baseline study to determine their respective baseline growth prior to entering the Phase 2 study. The objectives of the study are to evaluate safety, tolerability, and the effect of Voxzogo on growth. The study also evaluated proportionality, functionality, quality of life, sleep apnea, and foramen magnum dimension, as well as the advent of major illnesses and surgeries which frequently occur in children with achondroplasia.
About VOXZOGO™ (vosoritide) for Injection
In patients with achondroplasia, endochondral bone growth, an essential process by which bone tissue is created, is negatively regulated due to a gain of function mutation in fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 gene (FGFR3). Voxzogo, a C-type natriuretic peptide (CNP) analog, represents a new class of therapy, which acts as a positive regulator of the signaling pathway downstream of FGFR3 to promote endochondral bone growth.
Voxzogo continues to be studied in a broad clinical development program in achondroplasia, and safety and efficacy are being further evaluated across different ages and over time. To date, 250 children with achondroplasia from eight countries have been enrolled in seven BioMarin clinical studies evaluating the safety and efficacy of Voxzogo.
Voxzogo is approved in the U.S. and indicated to increase linear growth in pediatric patients with achondroplasia who are 5 years of age and older with open epiphyses. This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on an improvement in annualized growth velocity. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trial(s).To fulfill this post-marketing requirement, BioMarin intends to use the ongoing open-label extension studies compared to available natural history.
Voxzogo is also approved in the EU and Brazil in children with achondroplasia who are 2 years of age and older with open growth plates. Marketing authorization reviews are in progress in Japan and Australia with potential approvals in these countries in 2022.
About Achondroplasia
Achondroplasia, the most common form of skeletal dysplasia leading to disproportionate short stature in humans, is characterized by slowing of endochondral ossification, which results in disproportionate short stature and disordered architecture in the long bones, spine, face and base of the skull. This condition is caused by a change in the fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 gene (FGFR3), a negative regulator of bone growth. Beyond disproportionate short stature, people with achondroplasia can experience serious health complications, including foramen magnum compression, sleep apnea, bowed legs, mid-face hypoplasia, permanent sway of the lower back, spinal stenosis and recurrent ear infections. Some of these complications can result in the need for invasive surgeries such as spinal cord decompression and straightening of bowed legs. In addition, studies show increased mortality at every age.
More than 80% of children with achondroplasia have parents of average stature and have the condition as the result of a spontaneous gene mutation. The worldwide incidence rate of achondroplasia is about one in 25,000 live births. Voxzogo is being tested in children whose growth plates are still "open", typically those under 18 years of age. Approximately 25% of people with achondroplasia fall into this category.
VOXZOGO U.S. Important Safety Information
What is VOXZOGO used for?
- VOXZOGO is a prescription medicine used to increase linear growth in children with achondroplasia who are 5 years of age and older with open growth plates (epiphyses).
- It is not known if VOXZOGO is safe and effective in children with achondroplasia under 5 years of age.
- VOXZOGO is approved under accelerated approval based on an improvement in annualized growth velocity. Continued approval may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trials.
What is the most important safety information about VOXZOGO?
- VOXZOGO may cause serious side effects including a temporary decrease in blood pressure in some patients. To reduce the risk of a decrease in blood pressure and associated symptoms (dizziness, feeling tired, or nausea), patients should eat a meal and drink 8 to 10 ounces of fluid within 1 hour before receiving VOXZOGO.
What are the most common side effects of VOXZOGO?
- The most common side effects of VOXZOGO include injection site reactions (including redness, itching, swelling, bruising, rash, hives, and injection site pain), vomiting, joint pain, decreased blood pressure, and stomachache. These are not all the possible side effects of VOXZOGO. Ask your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects, and about any side effects that bother the patient or that do not go away.
How is VOXZOGO taken?
- VOXZOGO is taken daily as an injection given under the skin, administered by a caregiver after a healthcare provider determines the caregiver is able to administer VOXZOGO. Do not try to inject VOXZOGO until you have been shown the right way by your healthcare provider. VOXZOGO is supplied with Instructions for Use that describe the steps for preparing, injecting, and disposing VOXZOGO. Caregivers should review the Instructions for Use for guidance and any time they receive a refill of VOXZOGO in case any changes have been made.
- Inject VOXZOGO 1 time every day, at about the same time each day. If a dose of VOXZOGO is missed, it can be given within 12 hours from the missed dose. After 12 hours, skip the missed dose and administer the next daily dose as usual.
- The dose of VOXZOGO is based on body weight. Your healthcare provider will adjust the dose based on changes in weight following regular check-ups.
- Your healthcare provider will monitor the patient's growth and tell you when to stop taking VOXZOGO if they determine the patient is no longer able to grow. Stop administering VOXZOGO if instructed by your healthcare provider.
What should you tell the doctor before or during taking VOXZOGO?
- Tell your doctor about all of the patient's medical conditions including
- Tell your doctor about all of the medicines the patient takes, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
You may report side effects to BioMarin at 1-866-906-6100. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Please see additional safety information in the full Prescribing Information and Patient Information.
Patient Support for Accessing Voxzogo
To reach a BioMarin RareConnections® case manager, please call, toll-free, 1-866-906-6100 or e-mail [email protected]. For more information about Voxzogo, please visit www.voxzogo.com. For additional information regarding this product, please contact BioMarin Medical Information at [email protected].
About BioMarin
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that develops and commercializes innovative therapies for patients with serious and life-threatening rare genetic diseases. The company's portfolio consists of seven commercialized products and multiple clinical and pre-clinical product candidates. For additional information, please visit www.biomarin.com. Information on such website is not incorporated by reference into this press release.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements about the business prospects of BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (BioMarin), including, without limitation, statements about: BioMarin's Voxzogo development program generally; the potential benefits of Voxzogo for infants and young children; the continued clinical development of Voxzogo, including, without limitation, the timing, design, conduct, and results of the global Phase 2 Study of Voxzogo for infants and young Children with achondroplasia aged 0 to less than five years old; BioMarin intention's to meet with regulatory health authorities in the second half of 2022 to discuss next steps to expand access to Voxzogo for the treatment of achondroplasia in younger children; BioMarin's intention to use the ongoing open-label extension studies of Voxzogo compared to available natural history to fulfill the Company's post-marketing requirement for Voxzogo's continued approval in the U.S.; and the potential actions of regulatory authorities regarding the Company's marketing authorization applications for Voxzogo, including, without limitation, the Company's applications in Japan and Australia. These forward-looking statements are predictions and involve risks and uncertainties such that actual results may differ materially from these statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among others: results and timing of current and planned clinical trials of Voxzogo; our ability to enroll participants into such clinical trials, our ability to successfully manufacture Voxzogo; the content and timing of decisions by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the European Commission and other regulatory authorities concerning Voxzogo; and those factors detailed in BioMarin's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including, without limitation, the factors contained under the caption "Risk Factors" in BioMarin's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 as such factors may be updated by any subsequent reports. Stockholders are urged not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. BioMarin is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
BioMarin® and VOXZOGO® are registered trademarks of BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., or its affiliates.
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Label says BTS plan for solo projects plan is not a hiatus
(AP) - Global superstars BTS said they are taking time to focus on solo projects, but the company behind the groundbreaking K-pop group said they are not taking a hiatus.
The seven-member group with hits like “Butter” and “Dynamite” talked about their future in a video posted Tuesday celebrating the nine-year anniversary of their debut release. They just released a three-disc anthology album, “Proof,” last week.
Band member Suga asked the group if they should talk about why they were going into a hiatus as they sat down for a group dinner. They discussed having to deal with COVID-19 interrupting their touring plans and music releases, as well as what each one thought about their individual artistic goals.
The group spoke in Korean, and the word “hiatus” was used on English subtitles included on the video.
But a statement from Hybe, the South Korean entertainment company behind BTS, said they’ll still be working on projects as a group, as well as individually. “BTS are not taking a hiatus. Members will be focusing more on solo projects at this time,” the statement said.
No details about future BTS collaborations or the solo projects were announced Tuesday. BTS has a global fanbase that follows the group and members online and in recent years the group’s profile has rose overseas. The group recently address the UN General Assembly and went to the White House to discuss with President Joe Biden ways to curb violence against Asian Americans.
The band members — J-Hope, RM, Suga, Jungkook, V, Jin and Jimin — opened up about the struggle to develop as individual artists within the K-pop genre.
“The problem with K-pop and the whole idol system is that don’t give you time to mature,” said RM. Some of the group members appeared to be crying during the conversation.
Band member V recalled a conversation he had with J-Hope in which they discussed how working on solo projects would improve their “synergy” as a band. Suga described an interest in trying out new genres.
“We’re each going to take some time to have fun and experience a lot of things,” said Jung Kook to their fans. “We promise we will return someday even more mature than we are now.”
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| 2022-06-14T17:48:39Z |
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Convenience store chain Sheetz has lowered prices to a steal for the July 4 holiday weekend, but not all cars are eligible to take part.
A release sent out Monday by Sheetz said all of its stations would cut the price of unleaded 88 gas to $3.99, and ethanol 85 flex fuel to $3.49, effective immediately. Sheetz’s price for unleaded 88 is almost one dollar lower than the national average, which sat at $4.90 Monday, according to AAA.
The prices for other fuel types, however, weren’t mentioned in the release. A photo taken by Nexstar’s WCMH at a Columbus, Ohio Sheetz indicates they did not get the same deal, with unleaded 87 still standing at $4.77 per gallon. The U.S. Department of Energy lists unleaded 87, 88 and E85 among the common types of gasoline, with unleaded 89 through 94 also sold at other gas stations.
The numbers stand for the octane rating of the gas. The U.S. Department of Energy said the rating can tell how well the fuel will resist engine knocking, which is when fuel burns unevenly in the engine and potentially causes damage to the engine’s cylinder and pistons, according to Firestone Auto Care. Most cars can use unleaded 87, but some luxury cars require higher-grade gas types to work with their high-performance engines.
The U.S. Department of Energy breaks octane ratings down as follows:
- Unleaded 87 – Regular grade gas
- Unleaded 88 through 90 – Midgrade
- Unleaded 91 through 94 – Premium
Specifically, Sheetz said the following kinds of cars can use its unleaded 88 gas:
- Cars made in 2001 or later
- Light-duty trucks
- SUVs
- Flex fuel cars
The best way to know what kind of gas to use in a car, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, is to check the owner’s manual to see what octane rating the manufacturer recommends using. However, the government agency also said while gas rated lower than the manual requires can damage a car’s engine, it’s possible to use gas at a higher octane rating than what the manual states.
“For most vehicles, higher octane fuel may improve performance and gas mileage and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by a few percent during severe-duty operation, such as towing a trailer or carrying heavy loads, especially in hot weather,” the agency wrote. “However, under normal driving conditions, you may get little to no benefit.”
E85 flex fuel, the other gas Sheetz is offering on discount, is specifically for cars labeled as being able to use flex fuel. The U.S. Department of Energy said a common way to tell if a car is flex fuel-approved on models after 2008 is to see if it has a yellow gas cap, or an “FFV” or “Flex Fuel” badge on the car’s body. However, the government agency added that a flex fuel car using E85 instead of unleaded 88 also gets anywhere from 15 to 27% fewer miles per gallon.
Sheetz said its dramatically lower price points for unleaded 88 and E85 are intended to reduce pain at the pump for Americans, and that the offer would be valid immediately, lasting through July 4.
The Altoona, Pennsylvania-based company has more than 640 locations across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia, and North Carolina.
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| 2022-06-28T19:31:24Z |
BRUNSWICK, Maine, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bowdoin College is involved in a new project aimed at developing academic courses that tackle the ethical issues raised by emerging artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.
Sponsored by Google and the National Humanities Center (NHC), the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Curriculum Design Project grew out of mounting concern among academics over the extent to which AI permeates many aspects of our lives and the ethical questions raised by the implications of this.
"Our selection committee valued the diverse perspectives that different types of higher education institutions would contribute to this project," said Andy Mink, the NHC's vice president for education programs.
"As a small liberal arts college, Bowdoin represents a unique setting with an exceptionally bright and engaged student body. Also, considering Bowdoin's academic culture, we anticipated that they would fully embrace the interdisciplinary possibilities for this work."
Bowdoin has assembled a team of four faculty members who will cocreate and coteach this course. The two principal investigators on the project are computer scientist Eric Chown, who is the Sarah and James Bowdoin Professor of Digital and Computational Studies (DCS), and Assistant Professor of Digital and Computational Studies (DCS) Fernando Nascimento, who has a background in philosophy.
"This is exactly the sort of area we focus on at the DCS program, so I'm sure that's one of the reasons we were chosen for this award," said Chown. One example of this kind of work that's already underway is the Computing Ethics Narratives, another national initiative involving Bowdoin faculty aimed at integrating ethics into undergraduate computer science curricula at American colleges and universities.
Other faculty involved in the NHC project are cinema studies scholar Allison Cooper, who is also an assistant professor of Romance languages and literatures, and Professor of Government Michael Franz. While his colleagues will work on the broader ethical issues regarding AI, Chown's focus will be more on teaching the nuts and bolts behind the subject.
"My work in machine learning and artificial intelligence will serve basically to study what's going on in AI and how it works. Then we'll look at various applications and, using the work of Fernando and Alison, students will be asked to consider questions like 'What are the developers' goals when they're doing this?' 'How is this impacting users?'" Franz, meanwhile, will focus on issues surrounding government regulation in the AI sphere and what the political implications might be.
Representatives from Bowdoin (and fourteen other institutions) are partnering with the NHC to develop undergraduate courses to examine the issue from a number of different angles.
The team from Bowdoin is in North Carolina for a five-day NHC conference (June 20–24) to discuss next steps.
Read more about Bowdoin's involvement.
For more information and to arrange an interview with members of Bowdoin's team, contact Doug Cook, media relations director, at [email protected] or 207-671-4459.
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| 2022-06-21T19:44:49Z |
Maple Leafs sign defenseman Giordano to 2-year extension
TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed veteran defenseman Mark Giordano to a two-year contract extension. The average annual value of the contract is $800,000. Giordano, 38, had eight goals and 27 assists in 75 games last season split between Toronto and the Seattle Kraken.
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| 2022-05-22T23:09:12Z |
"Choice is at the heart of our design." Clio employees will have total flexibility to work remotely, hybrid, and in-office, as Clio reopens its renewed workspace designed for a new era of work.
VANCOUVER, BC, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - As the corporate world marks two years since the pandemic disruption, companies are taking varying approaches and assessing what work model to adopt. Today, Clio, the world's leading provider of cloud-based legal technology, announced a digital-first model, embracing the best of in-person and virtual interactions for connectivity and collaboration.
While trends in hybrid models have demanded specific required days in-office, Clio is leading with trust, respect, and support for its employees. Its fully flexible hybrid and remote approach encourages employees to select the best place to do their job—whether that's their home, the office, or their favorite coffee shop.
A digital-first system means Clio's primary work experience is remote. Its office hubs in Burnaby, Toronto, Calgary, and Dublin are connected virtually for employees to coordinate workflow across locations, time zones, and platforms. With this approach, Clio is creating an inclusive and equitable environment with consideration for employees' workspace preferences.
"We've scaled Clio during an unprecedented time in history. Two pillars have carried us through leading to this moment: the resilience of this team, and the opportunity to rethink the workplace of the future", said Jack Newton, CEO, and Founder of Clio. "Today, we're opening a flexible workplace structure that can adapt to the changing needs of our team, with choice placed firmly at the center of each employee's journey."
From decreased commute times to increased family times and effective daily schedules, remote work has allowed employees to balance the competing demands of work and personal lives. But it is not a one-size-fits-all. Some employees find access to an office space beneficial, highlighting the need for organic social interactions. Both perspectives compel Clio, and the company is responding to the shifting values of its workforce.
"The events of the past year have redefined our priorities. Employees want a human-centric workplace now more than ever. We are listening and adapting our policies to reflect individual needs," said Jack Newton. "To succeed in this new reality, workplace flexibility and innovation will remain a key draw for talent and staff retention."
Headquartered in Burnaby, B.C., Clio has scaled its workforce to more than 800 employees in the last year, hiring in local regions outside its office hubs. Clio's aims to be inclusive and accessible to all employees. The legaltech leader is building inspiring and functional office spaces that facilitate individual work, team connections, and onsite events. The company will continue to provide monthly stipends and digital technologies for those working remotely to create their personal and productive workspace.
"Our flexible hybrid and remote teams in Burnaby, Calgary, Toronto, and Dublin are open to the fullest extent, and we look forward to growing the next chapter of #TeamClio," said Jack Newton. "Clio's culture is paramount to our success as we embark on our scale-up journey."
Clio has redesigned its offices for a changed workforce. Some of its key designs are advancing inclusion through gender-neutral washrooms, dedicated spaces for new parents and low profile counters in kitchens/lounges for accessibility. Other features include upgraded meeting room tech that connects employees regardless of location, an outdoor patio for picnics and barbecues, game areas, fitness studios, virtual call rooms, collaboration zones, hoteling workstations, and quiet rooms for heads-down work.
"We have redesigned a thoughtful office environment to optimize our employees' happiness and productivity," said Sarah Bettencourt, Chief People Officer. The new designs support a physical space for creativity and innovation to flourish while promoting an engaging and diverse connection between in-office and remote employees."
Clio aims to scale its workforce to 1,000 employees in 2022. Visit clio.com/careers to explore open roles across the company.
Clio is transforming the legal experience for all by creating the world's leading cloud-based technologies for law firms— to keep lawyers and their clients better connected throughout the legal process. Firms of all sizes and practice areas use Clio products—Clio Manage, Clio Grow, and Lawyaw—to manage firm operations, streamline billing and payments, automate legal documents, and improve client experiences. Following its UA$250M Series D funding, led by TCV and JMI Equity, and its US$110M Series E investment, led by T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. and OMERS Growth Equity, Clio has made history by becoming the first legal practice management unicorn in the world. Learn more at clio.com.
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| 2022-04-12T14:42:40Z |
PITTSBURGH, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a portable way to engage in a wide range of exercises that isolate, target and stretch muscles in the neck, back, arms, legs, abdomen and abdominal region," said an inventor, from Macon, Ga., "so I invented the STRETCH IT ANYWAY FITNESS BAND. My design would provide a complete workout in one piece of equipment."
The patent-pending invention provides a full-body workout and stretching regimen. In doing so, it offers an alternative to traditional fitness accessories and devices. As a result, it can be used to engage in a variety of strength-training and stretching exercises and it enables the user to isolate and stretch a wide range of muscles. The invention features a portable and versatile design that is easy to use so it is ideal for fitness enthusiasts, gyms, rehabilitation centers, etc. Additionally, it is producible in design variations and a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Atlanta sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-AAT-1916, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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| 2022-05-18T17:10:40Z |
NEW YORK, July 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Digital Turbine, Inc. (NASDAQ: APPS) between August 9, 2021 and May 17, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important August 5, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Digital Turbine securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Digital Turbine class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6272 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] or [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than August 5, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about Digital Turbine's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Digital Turbine's recent acquisitions, AdColony and Fyber, act as agents in certain of their respective product lines; (2) as a result, revenues for those product lines must be reported net of license fees and revenue share, rather than on a gross basis; (3) Digital Turbine's internal control over financial reporting as to revenue recognition was deficient; (4) as a result of the foregoing, Digital Turbine's net revenues was overstated throughout fiscal 2022; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Digital Turbine's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
To join the Digital Turbine class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=6272 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] or [email protected] for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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| 2022-07-04T17:36:48Z |
ROME (AP) — A large chunk of an Alpine glacier broke loose Sunday and roared down a mountain in Italy, sending ice, snow and rock slamming into hikers on a popular trail on the peak and killing at least six and injuring nine, authorities said, warning that the toll might climb.
A local Civil Protection official, Gianpaolo Bottacin, was quoted by the Italian news agency ANSA as providing the toll, but stressing that the situation was “evolving” and that there could be perhaps 15 people missing.
In late evening, the National Alpine and Cave Rescue Corps tweeted a phone number to call for family or friends in case of “failure to return from possible excursions” to the glacier.
Rescuers were checking license plates in the parking lot as part of checks to determine how many people might be unaccounted for, a process that could take hours, Corps spokesman Walter Milan told The Associated Press by telephone.
The glacier, in the Marmolada range, is the largest in the Dolomite mountains in northeastern Italy and people ski there in the winter. But the glacier has been rapidly melting away in recent years.
Experts at Italy’s state-run CNR research center, which has a polar sciences institute, says the glacier won’t exist anymore in the next 25-30 years and much of its volume is already gone.
The Mediterranean basin, shared by southern Europe, the Middle East and northern Africa, has been identified by U.N. experts as a “climate change hot spot,” likely to suffer heat waves and water shortages, among other consequences.
“We saw dead (people) and enormous chunks of ice, rock,” exhausted-looking rescuer Luigi Felicetti told Italian state TV.
Nationalities or ages of the dead weren’t immediately available, Milan said.
Of the hospitalized survivors, two were in grave condition, authorities said.
The fast-moving avalanche “came down with a roar the could be heard at great distance,” local online media site ildolomiti.it said.
Temporarily, the search by helicopter and dogs for any more victims or missing was halted for the night while rescuers evaluated the risk that more of the glacier could break off, Walter Cainelli, after conducting a rescue mission with a search dog, told state television.
Rescuers said blocks of ice were continuing to tumble down. In early evening, a light rain began to fall.
The SUEM dispatch service, which is based in the nearby Veneto region, said 18 people who were above the area where the ice struck would be evacuated by the Alpine rescue corps.
Some of those making the trek in the area where the avalanche barreled through were tied together by rope, according to local emergency services.
But Milan said some of the hikers might be able to get down by themselves, including by using the peak’s cable car.
SUEM said the avalanche consisted of a “pouring down of snow, ice and rock.” The detached section is know as a serac, or pinnacle of ice.
Dubbed the “queen of the Dolomites,” Marmolada rises about 3,300 meters (about 11,000 feet) and is the highest of the 18 peaks in that eastern range of the Italian Alps, offering spectacular views of other Alpine peaks.
The Alpine rescue service said in a tweet that the segment broke off near Punta Rocca (Rock Point), “along the itinerary normally used to reach the peak.”
It wasn’t immediately clear what caused the section of ice to break away and rush down the peak’s slope. But the intense heat wave gripping Italy since late June loomed as a possible factor.
“The temperatures of these days clearly had influence” on the glacier’s partial collapse, Maurizio Fugatti, the president of Trento Province, which borders Marmolada, told Sky TG24 news.
But Milan stressed that high heat, which soared unusually above 10 C (50 F) on Marmolada’s peak in recent days, was only one possible factor in Sunday’s tragedy.
“There are so many factors that could be involved,” Milan said. Avalanches in general aren’t predictable, he said, and heat’s influence on a glacier “is even more impossible to predict.”
In separate comments to Italian state television, Milan called the recent temperatures “extreme heat” for the peak. “Clearly it’s something abnormal.”
The injured were flown to several hospitals in the regions of Trentino-Alto Adige and Veneto, according to rescue services.
As in other cases of disasters amid nature in Italy, prosecutors opened an investigation to see if there was any indication of possible wrongdoing linked to the avalanche.
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| 2022-07-04T00:21:17Z |
PHILADELPHIA, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berger Montague is investigating securities fraud allegations on behalf of investors who purchased the securities Unilever PLC ("Unilever" or the "Company") (NYSE: UL) between September 2, 2020 and July 21, 2021 (the "Class Period").
If you purchased the securities of Unilever during the Class Period, would like to discuss Berger Montague's investigation, or have questions concerning your rights or interests, please contact attorneys Andrew Abramowitz at [email protected] or (215) 875-3015, or Michael Dell'Angelo at [email protected] or (215) 875-3080 or visit: https://investigations.bergermontague.com/unilever-plc-/
Whistleblowers: Anyone with non-public information regarding Unilever is encouraged to confidentially assist Berger Montague's investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under this program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to thirty percent (30%) of recoveries obtained by the SEC. For more information, contact us.
A recently filed lawsuit alleges that, throughout the Class Period, defendants made false and misleading statements and failed to disclose that in July 2020, Ben & Jerry's board passed a resolution to end sales of its ice cream in "Occupied Palestinian Territory," as well as the risks attendant to the board's decision. Additionally, Unilever's description of its legal risks omitted discussion of Ben & Jerry's boycott decision, which risked adverse governmental actions for violations of laws, executive orders, or resolutions aimed at discouraging boycotts, divestment, and sanctions of Israel adopted by 35 U.S. states ("Anti-BDS Legislation").
On July 19, 2021, Unilever and its hand-picked Ben & Jerry's CEO, Matthew McCarthy, finally "operationalized" the Ben & Jerry's board's resolution to boycott Israel. Ben & Jerry's announced on its website and through its Twitter account that, upon the expiration of the current licensing agreement by which its products had been distributed in Israel for decades, Ben & Jerry's would end sales of its ice cream in "Occupied Palestinian Territory" but Ben & Jerry's would purportedly continue to sell its products in Israel. On this news, the price of Unilever ADRs fell.
Then, July 22, 2021, CNBC reported that the states of Texas and Florida were examining Ben & Jerry's actions in connection with the states' Anti-BDS Legislation. Being added to the list also meant that Unilever would not be able to enter or renew contracts with the state or any municipality in Florida. On this news, the price of Unilever ADRs fell more than 5%, further damaging investors.
Ultimately, the states of New York, New Jersey, Florida, Texas, Illinois, Colorado, and Arizona announced decisions to divest their pension fund investments in Unilever due to violations of their Anti-BDS Legislation.
Berger Montague, with offices in Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Washington, D.C., and San Diego, has been a pioneer in securities class action litigation since its founding in 1970. Berger Montague has represented individual and institutional investors for over five decades and serves as lead counsel in courts throughout the United States.
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| 2022-06-30T19:07:19Z |
Which Yeti tumbler for camping is best?
When you go camping, you need a reliable drink container to keep things hot or cold for extended amounts of time. Yeti is known for having premium-level options for insulated containers of all kinds. This brand has a reputation for producing some of the best in drinkware and coolers. If you are looking for the ideal tumbler to take camping with you, the Yeti Rambler 20-Ounce Travel Mug is the top choice.
What is a camping tumbler?
A camping tumbler is an insulated drink container that you can comfortably take with you on an outdoor adventure. It is made of metal with some mugs maintaining the steel look, but it can also come in assorted colors ranging from black to vibrant pinks or greens. Tumblers come in different sizes but a standard one is around 20 ounces and fits in your average cup holder.
What types of drinkware does Yeti have for camping?
- Tumbler: This is a classic hand-held size container with or without a handle and a lid that can be sealed or opened for drinking.
- Bottle: Bottles are containers with closed, screw-top lids that must be opened and removed to take a drink from it.
- Mug: Mugs come in smaller sizes and have lids that can be closed or opened to drink without removing them.
- Jug: These are similar to bottles because their lids must be completely removed to drink from the jug. They come in big sizes and are typically meant for carrying large amounts of water.
What to know before you buy a Yeti tumbler for camping
Material
Yeti tumblers are made from reliable stainless steel that won’t chip, puncture or rust and are machine washable. When you go camping, you need drinkware reliable enough to keep your drink as is. Yeti uses double-wall vacuum sealing to insulate and maintain your drink’s temperature. Tumbler lids are made with BPA-free plastic and many of them are designed to be leak-free.
Beverage
Deciding on the right tumbler for you may depend on what you like to drink. Yeti tumblers can maintain hot or cold drinks, however, some mugs are not meant for carbonated beverages. You may want multiple beverages and therefore need multiple tumblers. If this is the case you can have a coffee mug, a water jug and a tumbler for tea, apple cider or other assorted camping drinks.
Camping grounds
If you’re glamping (glamorous camping), you can bring any drinkware that sparks your fancy. These trips are meant to bring the comforts of home into nature. However, if you are camping-camping, you may want something more durable. Tumblers can come with or without extra firm grip handles.
What to look for in a quality Yeti tumbler for camping
Leakage
Yeti is a strong, durable brand that should keep your drink inside the container. Stronghold lids that twist on and off further prevent any leaks from happening when your drink is moved or tilted. Many of its products are leakproof as long as they are closed properly.
Washable
You can wash any Yeti tumbler by hand or simply throw it in the dishwasher. It’s designed to wash out easily without leaving behind any lingering smells from previous drinks. If you are using a dishwasher, remove the lid from the tumbler before putting it in.
Easy to hold and use
Tumblers are convenient to hold and carry about as you set up camp. For some, this requires a handle. Others may not want one because handles can sometimes prevent tumblers from sitting correctly in every cup holder. Yeti tumblers have lids designed for the specific drink container they go with and cannot be switched out for other styles.
How much you can expect to spend on a Yeti tumbler for camping
Yeti brand tumblers cost anywhere from $30-$45 depending on the size you buy.
Yeti tumbler for camping FAQ
What are the best tumblers to keep things hot?
A. Mugs are the best type of tumblers for hot drinks. They give the feel of a traditional hot tea or coffee mug which are designed this way to keep your hands safe from the heat.
Which tumbler stays cold the longest?
A. All Yeti tumblers can keep drinks cold for anywhere from six hours to a couple of days depending on the outside temperature. They have amazing insulation that keeps your drink cold whether you have ice in it or not.
What’s the best Yeti tumbler for camping to buy?
Top Yeti Tumbler for camping
Yeti Rambler 20-Ounce Travel Mug
What you need to know: This tumbler is great for any beverage throughout your camping trip and it has a handle.
What you’ll love: The vacuum-sealed container lid keeps your drink from spilling or leaking in unstable terrain. Twist it on to seal and off to remove and clean. This mug with a firm grip handle comes in 13 colors, including seafoam green and alpine yellow.
What you should consider: This is an expensive tumbler and is only compatible with its stronghold lid.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Yeti Tumbler for camping for the money
What you need to know: This is a compact-size rambler mug to keep your drinks at temperature for hours.
What you’ll love: This mug comes in 23 colors, including copper and stainless steel, to give your mug a more authentic feel. They are machine washable and coated in Duracoat which prevents sweat or slips.
What you should consider: This is a smaller size container with a lid and the size may be awkward for standard cup holders.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This is a classically styled tumbler to keep drinks cold or hot for hours.
What you’ll love: It is a stainless steel container that fits in any standard cup holder and comes in 35 colors. The lid is leakproof and made of BPA-free plastic.
What you should consider: This option does not have a handle
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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| 2022-08-12T18:37:37Z |
Revolutionary new face masks and hair rejuvenating serums at the International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference (June 25-27, 2022) & The Aesthetic Show (July 7-10, 2022)
DOYLESTOWN, Pa., June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WETHRIVV was founded by Amy and Sanjay Batra in 2020 in response to unmet needs in the hair growth and facial aesthetic markets. The CEO couple will showcase their new products at IECSC (Booth #468) and The Aesthetic Show (Booth #126).
Maskād provides a range of clean facial products.
- Professional & At Home Post Procedure masks optimize patient outcomes following treatments like micro-needling.
- Both reduce redness, heat, discomfort, and overall downtime.
- Delivers topical ingredients like PRP, exosomes and serums.
- Endorsed by leading dermatologists (see our white papers).
REVIVV Topical Hair Growth Serum For Her and For Him has taken off and the feedback has been positive!
- Convenient roller application that takes the effort out of hair care.
- All natural active ingredients - drug-free formula means no harsh side effects.
- Stand-alone product or can be combined with other modalities.
- Endorsed by leading dermatologists (see our white papers).
Board-certified Dermatologist and leading expert in hair restoration, Jeffrey Rapaport, MD, FAAD said, "REVIVV is a key new addition to my practice. It gives me an effective option for patients who want a drug-free solution, and it can also be utilized as a stand-alone, or in combination with other treatments. The clinical efficacy has exceeded even my own expectations. Using the Maskād products in my office following facial aesthetic procedures has reduced patient downtime and improved comfort. My patients are thrilled with our new post procedure care protocols".
The WETHRIVV team is excited to see you in Vegas!
About the Company:
WETHRIVV is more than a company with products in aesthetics and beauty. We are a team of individuals with very diverse backgrounds that span dermatology, science, technology, and product development. We are innovators and we set out to create best-in-class solutions for our customers.
THRIVV LLC, under the WETHRIVV brand, is methodically creating a portfolio of professional and consumer products that are poised to elevate customer experience and satisfaction in the facial aesthetics and hair growth markets. With a research laboratory at the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center, all of our products are made with best-in-class science, and are sold directly to consumers and professionals on our websites, www.revivv.co and www.maskad.co.
Contact: Amy Batra, [email protected], 877-676-8875
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| 2022-06-23T13:01:51Z |
Alert issued for armed and dangerous shooting suspect on the loose in Jefferson County
Published: Sep. 18, 2022 at 7:34 PM CDT|Updated: 56 minutes ago
JEFFERSON CO., Kan. (WIBW) - The Jefferson County Sheriffs and Kansas Highway Patrol sent out an alert saying they are searching for a shooting suspect near the junction of 82nd Street and Kiowa, near Kings Estates near Oskaloosa and Lakeside Village. The suspect is a white male wearing an orange shirt and blue jeans.
He is on foot and is armed with a handgun. Officials say if you see him DO NOT APPROACH and call 911 immediately.
Officials remind the public to report any suspicious persons that you observe that match these descriptions and as a reminder, you should always lock vehicles and buildings that are not being used, and if alone keep your home locked against any intruders.
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| 2022-09-19T01:31:08Z |
SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Electric vehicle subscription company Autonomy, the cheapest, fastest, and easiest way to get a Tesla Model 3, continues to expand its services in the state of California, adding the city of Sacramento to its market coverage area, the company announced today.
The news comes on the heels of the announcement earlier this week of an expansion of the company's services to Orange County in Southern California. The company also recently launched in San Diego, added the San Francisco Bay Area to its market coverage in March, and had a successful commercial launch in Los Angeles in January.
In a very short time span, the Santa Monica, California-based Autonomy has drawn several hundred active subscribers to its service.
"Our mission is to provide consumers with easy, affordable access to electric vehicles," said Scott Painter, founder and CEO of Autonomy. "California state lawmakers in Sacramento have been working to speed up the adoption of electric vehicles and have been a leader in the deployment of EVs for over 20 years."
In the early 1990s, Sacramento's City Council first established an EV parking program, providing discounted parking to EV drivers in city-owned parking spaces. Since then, the city has been intensively working to provide citizens with public EV charging facilities to support the adoption of low-emissions and zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs) in the community and in fleet operations. The city of Sacramento has set a goal of reaching 75,000 ZEVs on the road by 2025, and to become the zero-emissions vehicle capital of California.
"California is the car capital of the world and an early adopter of disruptive new technologies that improve quality of life," added Painter. "We began in Los Angeles and are now excited about our launch to the state capital, Sacramento. We are seeing strong consumer demand and are rapidly expanding our presence throughout the state."
Customers eager to drive a Tesla Model 3 will have access to Autonomy's fast, easy, and affordable subscription service. With new pricing announced in March, Autonomy's monthly subscription costs less than Tesla's own leasing or financing plans. Subscribers can reserve a Model 3 via Autonomy's app or website and a $100 refundable deposit. A payment dial allows customers to personalize subscriptions from as low as $490 per month with an initial $4,900 start fee, to $1,000 per month with an initial $1,000 start fee. A $500 refundable security deposit is required when the subscription is activated.
Autonomy's monthly payment covers the traditional costs of ownership, including annual registration and licensing fees, routine maintenance, roadside assistance, and standard wear and tear on tires, which are all additional expenses with a traditional lease or loan.
Adding to the cost advantage, Autonomy drivers have the flexibility to subscribe month to month after a three-month minimum hold period. The platform is a viable market option for those who do not want or cannot afford the long-term commitment of buying or leasing an electric car.
Autonomy's subscription model offers a new radical solution to the rising demand for electric cars. An additional advantage is the company's stock of Model 3s that are available for delivery within days, compared with the six- to nine-month wait for a lease or loan.
Autonomy is the first U.S. company to offer a comprehensive monthly subscription for a Tesla Model 3, with other popular EV models scheduled in the near future. Founded by serial auto entrepreneurs Scott Painter (CarsDirect, TrueCar, Fair) and Georg Bauer (Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Tesla, Fair), Autonomy is designed to provide a quick and efficient customer experience. A vehicle can be ordered on the app in as little time as 10 minutes and picked up from a vending center the next day or scheduled for delivery within a week.
"Sacramento's goals are in line with Autonomy's and include increasing EV accessibility by removing barriers and encouraging adoption," said Georg Bauer, co-founder and president of Autonomy. "The city has over 600 public and workplace EV charging locations and is one of the first to successfully launch curbside charging. All of this is bound to further promote the use of EVs, making it even more convenient for consumers looking to get an Autonomy subscription."
Autonomy recently received $83 million in debt and equity financing to support its expansion.
ABOUT AUTONOMY
Autonomy is a technology company on a mission to make access to mobility easy and affordable through car subscriptions. The company was founded by auto retail, auto finance, and auto insurance disruptors Scott Painter and Georg Bauer, who founded Fair, the first-ever used-vehicle subscription offering, pioneering the Car-as-a-Service (CaaS) category. Building upon that experience, Autonomy has created a turnkey vehicle subscription platform for consumers and the automotive industry that enables vehicle subscriptions to scale profitably and become a mainstream alternative to traditional car buying. Autonomy is innovating through technology, finance, and insurance to power car subscriptions for the battery, electric vehicle, and zero-emissions vehicle sectors. Autonomy relies on partnerships with automakers and brick-and-mortar car dealerships to provide benefits to both consumers and the industry. Autonomy represents freedom from long-term debt, freedom from long-term commitments, and even freedom from fossil fuels. It means new choices and more control over your financial well-being. Autonomy is based in Santa Monica, California.
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| 2022-04-21T14:21:20Z |
MILAN, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To fulfill the growing need of Colorectal Cancer Screening organizations and big clinical laboratories, Sentinel Diagnostics - an Italian company focused for more than 35 years on the development and production of In Vitro Diagnostics for the most advanced Clinical Chemistry, Immunochemistry and Molecular Diagnostics platforms - announces the launch of the SENTiFIT® 800 Analyzer, a fully automated and high throughput system for Fecal Immunochemical Test.
Colorectal Cancer (CRC) is one of the most dangerous and lethal cancers. It represents the second leading cause of cancer related death in the western world with almost 2 million of new cases/year and 0.9 million deaths (www.iarc.fr). If early diagnosed, CRC is curable in most of the cases, therefore most countries organize national or regional screenings to identify the cancers in their early stage, making the cure more efficient and thus considerably decreasing mortality. Those screening programs are testing millions of people every year and this creates new challenges in the practical organization of the laboratories. The new high throughput analyzer SENTiFIT® 800 can meet the need of throughput, automation and accuracy of the most demanding situation.
"For almost 20 years, Sentinel Diagnostics has supported the fight against colorectal cancer with high quality FOB Gold® test and analyzers," explains Marco Buonaguidi, Head of Sales and Marketing. "The SENTiFIT® 800 has been developed specifically for FIT screening centers and represents a step further in the direction to strengthen our commitment in the field of gastrointestinal diseases diagnosis".
The SENTiFIT® 800 Analyzer is a high-end system dedicated to fecal testing able to process up to 550 test/h, 1 million tests every year samples in total automation and full traceability. It delivers a relevant reduction of hands-on time, better management of resources and decreasing of manual errors. The system is fed by a dedicated sample loader (Rack Handler RH-150) that provides a steady flow of up to 250 samples to the analyzer unit.
The CE-marked SENTiFIT® 800 Analyzer is compatible with the FOB Gold® line, the complete solution for the identification of occult blood in feces, and with the CALiaGold® line reagents for the quantification of fecal Calprotectin, the first-choice test to identify the presence of inflammation in the bowel.
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| 2022-06-15T09:13:47Z |
WASHINGTON, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SpiderOak, a leading provider of zero-trust based collaboration and space solutions, today announced the creation of a new Space Advisory Board including the appointment of General Ellen M. Pawlikowski (U.S. Air Force, retired) and Frederick J. Doyle, Jr., along with the reappointment of Admiral James A. "Sandy" Winnefeld (U.S. Navy, retired), Lieutenant General Ken Tovo (U.S. Army, retired), and Phil Eichensehr, veteran industry leader serving the intelligence community. SpiderOak's new advisory board members will be tasked with addressing the cybersecurity vulnerability of commercial and national security space systems, which is widely considered the gravest threat to space resiliency. The board will help guide the company in fielding zero-trust products and services to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the most sensitive data in space networks.
General Ellen Pawlikowski
Before retiring in 2018, General Pawlikowski was the four-star commander of Air Force Material Command, leading over 80,000 people and managing $60 billion annually, executing critical warfighter support through leading-edge research and development technology. With a PhD in engineering from UC Berkeley, she served thirty-six years on active duty and is a key technology leader in areas as diverse as airborne lasers and space communications. Gen. Pawlikowski is also widely credited with restoring technical rigor to the systems acquisition workforce as the Commander of the Space & Missile Systems Center. Prior to that position, Gen. Pawlikowski was the Commander of the Air Force Research Lab, the Deputy Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, and held various senior positions in the Office of the Secretary of Defense.
"Rethinking our nation's space resilience is now a top priority of the Pentagon, and SpiderOak's blockchain-based products for securing satellites and their networks are a crucial part of building that resiliency," said Gen. Pawlikowski. "I am pleased to join this new advisory board and believe that SpiderOak's technology will usher in a new and enhanced way to secure America's space infrastructure."
Fred Doyle
Mr. Doyle is president of ISBF, LLC, an aerospace and defense consulting company. Previously, he was VP Defense & Intelligence at Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp. Mr. Doyle held various executive-level positions at Space Imaging, Corp. from 1998 to 2005, including the company's first commercial high-resolution imaging satellite launch: IKONOS. Prior to joining the private sector, Doyle served more than 20 years in the Defense Mapping Agency, the National Reconnaissance Office, and other branches of the intelligence community.
Admiral James A. "Sandy" Winnefeld
With a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Admiral Winnefeld began his naval service as a fighter pilot, flying the F-14 Tomcat. He continued his career as an instructor at the Navy Fighter Weapons School (also known as Top Gun) and served as senior aide-de-camp to General Colin L. Powell. Admiral Winnefeld commanded a fighter squadron, the amphibious ship USS Cleveland, and the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise. As a flag officer, he commanded a carrier strike group, two NATO commands, the United States 6th Fleet, United States Northern Command, and the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). His final tour of duty was as the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Chairman of the Joint Requirements Oversight Committee, ensuring the integrity of warfighter requirements remain at the forefront of decision-making within the Pentagon and Capitol Hill. He is a director for several public and private corporations and chairs the President's Intelligence Advisory Board.
Lieutenant General Ken Tovo
Current chairman of the Green Beret Foundation, Lieutenant General Tovo was Commanding General of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command. Previously, he served as Deputy Commander, Southern Command; Commanding General, Combined Security Transition Command-Afghanistan and NATO Training Mission-Afghanistan; Commander, Special Operations Command Central; Deputy Commanding General, 1st Armored Division; and Deputy Commanding General, Special Operations Command Europe. A combat veteran with multiple deployments to Sierra Leone, Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, General Tovo is a thought leader in Irregular Warfare and Special Operations.
SpiderOak's new Space Advisory Board reconfirms the company's latest commitment to providing space operators the same levels of assurance in the authority, integrity, and confidentiality of space architectures that other industries have come to expect from SpiderOak's secure communication and collaboration offerings.
In March, SpiderOak announced Charles Beames was elected Executive Chairman, advancing the company's shift to focus on the new space economy, particularly in the defense sector. Today, Beames remarked: "It is vitally important that our space infrastructure is protected against its biggest threat: cyber-attacks. It will take the strategic leadership of both the private sector and government agencies to ensure the best technologies are developed to secure our country's leadership in this second space race. The addition of these leaders to our Space Advisory Board will provide us the insight and guidance necessary to match our product development with federal needs."
SpiderOak recently announced the company is testing OrbitSecure, its zero-trust cybersecurity platform to secure data across the space data supply chain with Lockheed Martin Space's Mission Solutions.
About SpiderOak
SpiderOak is a U.S.-based software company that builds cybersecurity products and solutions for civilian, military, and commercial space operations. For more information about SpiderOak, check us out at https://spideroak.com/ or SpaceCyber.com.
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| 2022-07-12T13:43:28Z |
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Samantha Moala recalls she was taking a shower at her home in Tonga when she heard what sounded like a gunshot so powerful it hurt her ears.
As she and her family scrambled to their car to drive inland, ash blackened the sky. The world’s biggest volcanic eruption in 30 years sent a tsunami around the globe, and the first waves washed across the road as Moala drove to safety at the airport with her terrified husband and two sons.
A volunteer with the Tonga Red Cross, Moala, 39, was soon attending to the cuts other people had suffered as they escaped, and giving them psychological support. She said about 50 of them stayed for two days at the airport until they got the all-clear to go back home.
“People were all shocked,” she said. “But I got to mingle with them, help them, get them to be confident. It’s a small little island, and we got to know each other in two hours.”
Three months after the eruption, Tonga’s rebuilding is slowly progressing, and the impact of the disaster has come into clearer focus. Last week, the prime minister handed over the keys to the first rebuilt home of the 468 the government plans to reconstruct across three islands as part of its recovery program.
Some 3,000 people whose homes were destroyed or damaged initially sought shelter in community halls or evacuation centers. Eighty percent of Tonga’s population was impacted in some way.
In the first few weeks after the eruption, Moala helped out by putting up tents and tarpaulins, and then by cooking food for other volunteers.
It took five long weeks for Tonga to restore its internet connection to the rest of the world after the tsunami severed a crucial fiber-optic cable. That delayed some families from abroad from being able to send financial help to their loved ones.
Three people in Tonga died from the tsunami and a fourth from what authorities described as related trauma. The sonic boom from the eruption was so loud it could be heard in Alaska and a mushroom plume of ash rocketed a record 58 kilometers (36 miles) into the sky.
The World Bank estimates the total bill for the damage is about $90 million. In the small island nation of 105,000 people, that’s equivalent to more than 18% of gross domestic product.
The bank noted that many coastal tourism businesses — which bring in vital foreign revenue for Tonga — were particularly hard hit, with tourist cabins and wharves destroyed. The agriculture industry also suffered, with crops lost and reef fisheries damaged.
The ANZ bank says Tonga’s GDP will likely contract by 7.4% this year, after it had been expected to grow by 3.7% before the volcano erupted.
The international community has been helping out, with Tonga able to secure $8 million in funding from the World Bank and $10 million from the Asian Development Bank, as well as aid assistance from many places including Australia, New Zealand, Japan, the European Union, the U.S. and China.
But progress has been hampered by the nation’s first outbreak of COVID-19, which was likely brought in by foreign military crews who raced to drop off supplies as the ash cleared. The outbreak prompted a series of lockdowns, and the country remains in a state of emergency.
Moala is among the more than 8,500 Tongans who have caught the coronavirus since it began spreading through the islands. Eleven people so far have died. Moala said the outbreak had affected many businesses, including her husband’s work as a tattoo artist.
But as the outbreak ebbs and the rebuilding progresses, the islands’ familiar rhythms are returning for many people.
Among those who remain most affected are the 62 people who lived on Mango Island and about another 100 on Atata Island who may never be able to return home.
The islands are located very close to the Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha’apai volcano, and the villages were completed wiped out. Residents have now been offered land by Tonga’s king to relocate onto one of Tonga’s two main islands.
Sione Taumoefolau, the secretary-general of the Tonga Red Cross Society, said there is a lot of work to be done relocating the residents.
It’s also been slow-going getting supplies to people on other far-flung islands, he said. Many of them remain without internet access after a domestic fiber-optic cable was also damaged and will likely not be repaired for months.
“Three months later, people are starting to get back to normal,” Taumoefolau said. “But we can see they still need psychological and social support, those that were really impacted, especially those who have to relocate.”
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| 2022-04-16T04:25:38Z |
LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Air Products (NYSE: APD) today declared a quarterly dividend of $1.62 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on November 14, 2022 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 3, 2022.
Air Products (NYSE: APD) is a world-leading industrial gases company in operation for over 80 years. Focused on serving energy, environment and emerging markets, the Company provides essential industrial gases, related equipment and applications expertise to customers in dozens of industries, including refining, chemical, metals, electronics, manufacturing, and food and beverage. Air Products is also the global leader in the supply of liquefied natural gas process technology and equipment. The Company develops, engineers, builds, owns and operates some of the world's largest industrial gas projects, including: gasification projects that sustainably convert abundant natural resources into syngas for the production of high-value power, fuels and chemicals; carbon capture projects; and world-scale low- and zero-carbon hydrogen projects supporting global transportation and the energy transition.
The Company had fiscal 2021 sales of $10.3 billion from operations in over 50 countries and has a current market capitalization of about $55 billion. More than 20,000 passionate, talented and committed employees from diverse backgrounds are driven by Air Products' higher purpose to create innovative solutions that benefit the environment, enhance sustainability and address the challenges facing customers, communities, and the world. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
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| 2022-07-15T15:14:46Z |
The first non-profit incubator focused on solving the mental health crisis
MIAMI , Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Insurtech platform Asteya recently supported the launch event of the newly founded AURORA Institute in St. Tropez on Saturday, July 23. The crucial event saw over 500 international attendees including several well-known celebrities, entrepreneurs, and investors. People of note included Robbie Williams, Kevin Love, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Rob Raco, Cameron Winklevoss, Lola Tash & Nicole Argiris (@mytherapistsays), Peter Berg, Philippe Parenno, Kate Bock, and Queen Latifah. Live performances, presentations, and art installations included Kool & The Gang, Tinie Tempah, BLOND:ISH, master mentalist Lior Suchard, Tino Sehgal, Jeppe Hein, Refik Anadol, and the "first cyborg" Nathan Copeland.
The AURORA Institute was founded by Louise Tabbiner, Christian Angermayer, and Henry Chalhoub. AURORA's mandate is to be the first non-profit incubator of its kind, focused on funding the world's leading individuals and NGOs dedicated to solving the existing global mental health crisis. The Institute's goal is to amplify the efforts of those already doing the most impactful work or to empower those that could do more - helping them build their own foundations or navigate how to make mental health a core focus in their companies, communities, and organizations.
"At Asteya, our vision is to protect people's income and help them live a healthier and better life both physically and mentally," said Asteya Co-Founder Hadi Radwan. "According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly one in every five adults experience mental illness, which is equivalent to nearly 50 million Americans, and additionally one out of 10 Americans with a mental illness are uninsured. We are proud to be one of the Founding Partners of the AURORA Institute whose mandate is to increase visibility and awareness around the need for mental health funding and to destigmatize mental health issues. At Asteya we strive to make mental health a priority for not only our customers but our corporate team as well."
The inaugural event honored the first four AURORA Institute prize winners, who were recognized for their significant contributions to ending the mental health crisis. Winners included Kevin Love, Dr. Adam Gazzaley (M.D., PhD.), The Klitschko Foundation, and The Weight of Gold. The event, titled Evening of Discovery, focused on the new science of mental health, mindful meditation, the integration of the metaverse and virtual reality in mental health interventions, and more. The launch event raised over $8 million which will be directed to the prize winners' charities of choice.
The event and Asteya's involvement marked a crucial milestone in AURORA's plans to raise $50 million in the next 5 years while increasing visibility and awareness around the need for global mental health funding and de-stigmatization of mental health issues. Much in line with Asteya's ethos, The AURORA Institute believes that by exploring and opening our minds, we can build a healthier, happier, and more inclusive future for all.
For more information on Asteya, its offerings and the company's stance on mental health awareness, visit www.Asteya.world. For more information on The AURORA Institute and its mission, visit their Instagram at @aurora.institute.
Asteya is an Insurtech company whose mission is to make income insurance accessible to anyone. Asteya's goal is to support people's financial, physical, and mental health so they can focus on living. Founded in 2019, Asteya is backed by I2BF Ventures, Capital Factory, Cap Meridian Ventures, and Northstar.vc. For more information on Asteya, its mission, and its products visit www.Asteya.world.
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| 2022-09-01T16:43:40Z |
Temple ISD welcomed one of its largest groups of new teachers to the district on Friday during a pinning ceremony at the Temple College Pavilion.
“I really think that has a lot to do with our culture and how we shepherd our staff,” Temple ISD Superintendent Bobby Ott told the Telegram. “I think the thing I’m most proud to report right now is that, as of today, we only have one teaching vacancy to fill. That’s incredible for a district of our size.”
These newcomers, several noted, filled between 150 and 160 Temple ISD teaching vacancies.
“I think the word has gotten out that we really take care of our teachers,” Ott said. “We have some that are first-year teachers, some that moved up from being a teacher’s aide to being a teacher, and some that have come from other districts. They’ve all commented how it just feels like such a family here, and that’s what we’re all about.”
Although these newcomers have already collaborated in small groups, the fourth-year superintendent emphasized how Friday was one of their first opportunities to come together as a Temple ISD community.
“They’re all sitting with their own campuses and I think the opportunity to talk to them as a district, induct them, and give them a feel for everything is exciting,” Ott said. “This is like the first family picnic for them.”
Staci Lightfoot, who will begin her 25th year in education as a special education teacher at Bonham Middle School, was among the many that likened Temple ISD to a family.
“I can honestly say that the superintendent has totally set the tone,” she said. “I met him when I was a sub for a couple of months but I didn’t know he was the superintendent. He just came in to hang out and we had a normal conversation. So it already feels like a family.”
Jasmin Banks, who will begin her fourth year in education as a fourth-grade English teacher at Cater Elementary, agreed.
“I’m coming from a different district and Temple ISD has been very welcoming and loving,” she said. “It really does feel like a family. They’re in constant contact with us to make sure we have everything that we need for the upcoming school year, or if there’s anything else that we need help with.”
With the first day of school on Tuesday, Aug. 24, just weeks away, Ott stressed how he is eager for campuses to return to pre-pandemic levels of normalcy.
“We haven’t had a normal year in the last two years (because of COVID-19) so that’s what I’m most hopeful for,” he said. “There was a lot of delusionment and a lot of things said about public education last year that caused a lot of friends to leave the profession. So I’m glad to see so many people coming back. There are a lot of important jobs out there but I can’t think of too many more important than investing in the future — which is our kids.”
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Parents hog-tied child, left him bound for nearly 10 hours, court documents say
NORTHWOOD, Ohio (WTVG/Gray News) – Two parents in Ohio are facing child abuse charges after police say they tied up their child and left him bound for nearly 10 hours.
Court documents show the victim’s mother and stepfather, Tabetha Sosnowicz, 38, and Jason Sosnowicz Sr., 42, are facing felony charges of endangering children – administering corporal punishment.
According to the affidavit, law enforcement officials responded to the Baymont Hotel in Northwood on July 22 for a check safety call.
Officials found a 12-year-old boy hog-tied in one of the hotel rooms where the family had been living. The affidavit said the boy “had his wrists tied behind his back with white shoestrings, and his wrists were tied to his ankles” on the hotel room floor beside the bed.
Police said the boy was bound for approximately 9.5 hours, from about 3 a.m. until the time police arrived at 12:30 p.m.
The documents said the stepfather was in the room with the child when police arrived and told officers the boy was tied up because he “gets into things.” When the mother returned to their hotel room, she told police she knew the boy was tied up.
Officers said both parents told them they “normally” tie the boy up “to keep him from accessing candy while they are asleep,” according to the affidavit.
Court documents said there were other children in the hotel room; a 6-year-old and a 14-year-old. Those children were not tied up.
A hotel employee said the stepfather worked at the hotel the family was living at.
Jason Sosnowicz’s bond was set at $75,000 and Tabetha Sosnowicz’s bond was set at $25,000. Both were ordered to have no contact with the victim.
Both are being held in the Wood County Jail and are due back in court on Thursday.
Wood County Children Services is investigating.
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| 2022-08-04T16:30:49Z |
NEW YORK, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: AUPH).
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The lawsuit seeks to recover losses for shareholders who purchased Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. between May 7, 2021 and February 25, 2022.
Shareholders interested in acting as a lead plaintiff representing the class of wronged shareholders have until June 14, 2022 to petition the court. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
According to a filed complaint, Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Aurinia was experiencing declining revenues; (ii) Aurinia's 2022 sales outlook for the Company's only product which it offers for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis, LUPKYNIS, would fall well short of expectations; (iii) accordingly, the Company had significantly overstated LUPKYNIS's commercial prospects; (iv) as a result, the Company had overstated its financial position and/or prospects for 2022; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
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| 2022-06-10T11:07:21Z |
Research will explore the diverse safety needs of the evolving mobility ecosystem by further engaging projects with expertise of nationally recognized universities: University of Virginia, University of Michigan Medical School, University of California San Diego, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Iowa State University and University of Wisconsin-Madison
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota's Collaborative Safety Research Center (CSRC) today announced four additional research projects are being added to the next phase of its pioneering automotive safety research. The projects include a study of human diversity in injury biomechanics, a look at technologies that can help prevent impaired drivers from endangering themselves or others, how to help predict when a driver is at risk of incapacitation or illness before it becomes an emergency and how to more effectively pass the operation of the vehicle between the driver and automation. These new projects join the nine announced in April as part of a five-year, $30 million commitment to examine the diversity of safety needs and analyze safe mobility options that accommodate a variety of applications, physical characteristics and levels of accessibility for people and society.
"As we continue to pursue the needs of industry around automotive safety, these new projects will help us better understand human driving behavior, ways to integrate medical technology and crash protection for a diverse population of physical characteristics," said Danil Prokhorov, director of Toyota's CSRC and Future Research Department (FRD).
CSRC will continue to collaborate with the University of Virginia, University of Michigan Medical School, University of California San Diego, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Iowa State University and University of Wisconsin-Madison through these new projects. Safety improvements found in these projects will be publicly available to help push safety forward industrywide.
The four projects include:
Projects are identified based on their application to CSRC's proposed research tracks for the next five-year period – Human-Centric, Safety Assurance and Assessment – which weave together the diverse interdisciplinary backgrounds of CSRC's team.
On top of the multi-year projects announced today and in April, CSRC has announced its pursuit of smaller research investigations to explore potential new topics and collaborator relationships. The investigations enable CSRC to explore contributions to current and emerging safety issues for future project planning. The investigation topics include differences in risky driving behavior across cultures, relationships between child passengers and crash trends and differences in safety perceptions across socioeconomic groups. By working with researchers on these topics early on, CSRC is laying the foundation for future breakthroughs in these and other areas of growing importance. CSRC welcomes continued scientific discussion on these and other potential topics for early investigations.
Toyota created the Collaborative Safety Research Center (CSRC) in 2011 to advance traffic safety for the industry and society through open partnerships with universities, hospitals and other institutions. From 2011-2022, CSRC has received $85 million for foundational safety research, including development of tools and testing procedures related to the efficacy of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and research into human factors on vehicle safety.
Including ongoing work, CSRC has undertaken 98 research projects with more than 30 different institutions, published over 260 research papers and engaged more than 300 researchers, who have publicly shared the output globally. The projects have made meaningful contributions to help advance research and technology for the safe integration of future mobility solutions for all.
About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships.
Toyota directly employs more than 48,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 43 million cars and trucks at our 13 manufacturing plants. By 2025, Toyota's 14th plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, more than a quarter of the company's 2021 North American sales were electrified.
Through the Start Your Impossible campaign, Toyota highlights the way it partners with community, civic, academic and governmental organizations to address our society's most pressing mobility challenges. We believe that when people are free to move, anything is possible. For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.
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NEW YORK, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Natera, Inc. ("Natera" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: NTRA) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Natera investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of a class of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Natera common stock between February 26, 2020, and April 19, 2022, inclusive. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
NTRA investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at [email protected] or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (1) the Company's non-invasive prenatal test, Panorama, was not reliable and resulted in high rates of false positives; (2) the Company's screening test for kidney transplant failure, Prospera, did not have superior precision compared to competing tests; (3) as a result of defendants' false and misleading claims about Natera's technology, the Company was exposed to substantial legal and regulatory risks; (4) Natera relied upon deceptive sales and billing practices to drive its revenue growth; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' statements about the company's business, operations, and prospects lacked a reasonable basis.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Natera during the relevant time frame, you have until June 27, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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| 2022-06-16T10:31:42Z |
MILWAUKEE, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ademi LLP is investigating Black Knight (NYSE: BKI) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with Intercontinental Exchange.
Click here to learn how to join the action: https://www.ademilaw.com/case/black-knight-inc or call Guri Ademi toll-free at 866-264-3995. There is no cost or obligation to you.
Ademi LLP alleges Black Knight's financial outlook and prospects are excellent and yet Black Knight holders will receive only $85 per share, or a total market value of $13.1 billion, with consideration in the form of a mix of cash (80%) and stock (20%). The transaction agreement unreasonably limits competing bids for Black Knight by prohibiting solicitation of further bids, and imposing a significant penalty if Black Knight accepts a superior bid. Black Knight insiders will receive substantial benefits as part of change of control arrangements.
We are investigating the conduct of Black Knight's board of directors, and whether they are (i) fulfilling their fiduciary duties to all shareholders, and (ii) obtaining a fair and reasonable price for Black Knight.
If you own Black Knight common stock and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Guri Ademi either at [email protected] or toll-free: 866-264-3995, or https://www.ademilaw.com/case/black-knight-inc.
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| 2022-05-05T15:41:43Z |
NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newmark Group, Inc. ("Newmark") is ranked #1 on LinkedIn's 2022 'Top Companies in Real Estate' list. The list is part of LinkedIn's 'Top Companies: Industry Edition', ranking the 25 top companies at which to grow a career in nine major U.S. industries.
"Investing in opportunities for the long-term success of our talented, industry-leading professionals is, and always will be, a top priority for Newmark," said Newmark Chief Executive Officer Barry Gosin. "As Newmark continues its growth trajectory—both nationally and internationally—the leadership and support of our people is truly a driver of opportunity in all markets."
Other honorees—all Fortune 500 companies—that took the number one spot in LinkedIn's 'Top Companies: Industry Edition' lists include Amazon (Retail), Blackstone (Financial Services), Expedia Group (Travel & Hospitality), Google (Technology and Information), PepsiCo (Consumer Goods) and The Walt Disney Company (Media and Entertainment).
Rankings are based on LinkedIn's seven data-backed career-progression pillars—ability to advance, skills growth, company stability, external opportunity, company affinity, gender diversity and educational background.
Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), together with its subsidiaries ("Newmark"), is a world leader in commercial real estate, seamlessly powering every phase of the property life cycle. Newmark's comprehensive suite of services and products is uniquely tailored to each client, from owners to occupiers, investors to founders, and startups to blue-chip companies. Combining the platform's global reach with market intelligence in both established and emerging property markets, Newmark provides superior service to clients across the industry spectrum. Newmark generated revenues of nearly $3.1 billion for the twelve months ending March 31, 2022. Newmark's company-owned offices, together with its business partners, operate from approximately 170 offices with 6,300 professionals around the world. To learn more, visit nmrk.com or follow @newmark.
Statements in this document regarding Newmark that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These include statements about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's business, results, financial position, liquidity and outlook, which may constitute forward-looking statements and are subject to the risk that the actual impact may differ, possibly materially, from what is currently expected. Except as required by law, Newmark undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements. For a discussion of additional risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see Newmark's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including, but not limited to, the risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information set forth in these filings and any updates to such risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information contained in subsequent reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q or Form 8-K.
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| 2022-06-27T13:08:55Z |
Report documents the benefits of getting feedback and surveying clients for financial advisory firms
LENEXA, Kan., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NEXA Insights, a client feedback and surveying software for financial advisory firms, recently released a case study explaining how their technology benefitted Mariner Wealth Advisors, a nationally recognized wealth advisory firm with 70 offices across the United States.
Mariner Wealth Advisors wanted to better understand their performance and client sentiment, increase client engagement, and discover potential risks and opportunities within their client base. They also needed to make sure these insights were backed up with substantial data. Therefore, they reached out to NEXA Insights to help create a long-term strategy for ongoing referrals and client satisfaction and retention. NEXA's client survey technology became the primary assessment tool and NEXA's chief executive, Chris Manker, served as lead consultant on the project.
"The survey results confirmed that our clients are interested, engaged, and find value in the services we offer," said Christa Spencer, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Mariner Wealth Advisors. "It really translates to just having the facts and then using those facts to formulate or confirm your plan of action."
"The survey also showed areas where we could provide more information or services to clients," added Spencer. "In addition, clients were able to provide referrals, directly within the survey tool if desired, which allowed us to put an ROI on the survey."
NEXA Insights' surveying software is a unique client feedback tool within the financial services industry, allowing all sizes of advisory firms to facilitate client communication and increase client engagement, identify at-risk clients, discover new opportunities to serve clients further, determine which clients are willing to refer, collect testimonials, evaluate service models, and benchmark against other financial advisory firms with first-class analytics and insights.
"At NEXA Insights, we believe that client surveys can become your superpower, providing you with data that confirms where your firm excels, reveals where there are opportunities or issues, and shows how you stack up against your competitors," said Chris Manker, Founder of NEXA Insights. "We pride ourselves on making the client surveying process as effortless and user-friendly as possible."
After customizing Mariner Wealth Advisors' survey by combining NEXA's proven library of survey questions with additional, unique questions that Mariner wanted to incorporate, NEXA handled the process of sending out the survey to Mariner's client base and saw immediate results. Almost 41% of over 13,700 specially-invited clients responded – a high response rate for a campaign of that size – showing that Mariner has great client engagement and that their clients have a strong interest in providing feedback.
The responses showed which services clients valued most and their desire for client communication, identified at-risk clients via questions around client satisfaction, uncovered opportunities with certain clients that were underserved via questions around other financial issues they may be facing (estate planning, tax planning, life insurance planning, retirement income needs, aging parent needs, family wealth counseling, etc.), identified which clients would be most likely to refer Mariner to friends, family, and colleagues, and allowed Mariner to collect testimonials.
In addition, Mariner was provided with comprehensive analytics that revealed client sentiment, including scores for satisfaction and engagement, a Net Promoter Score (NPS), and an overall score, along with industry benchmarks to compare their performance to other financial advisory firms. All of these analytics, insights, and results were detailed and explained to them in follow-up consulting sessions with NEXA, where Manker and team highlighted key takeaways, identified opportunities and risks, and provided additional insights.
The survey gave Mariner Wealth Advisors the quantifiable data they needed to create an actionable plan for their advisors, managing directors, and regional managing directors. Rather than just anecdotal evidence, the firm was provided with facts to back up their business strategy. The data helped inform where they should spend their time, efforts, and money moving forward, and provided areas of opportunity from sales, marketing, and engagement standpoints. The NPS will be measured over time, with the goal of continually maintaining or raising that already stellar number.
The complete work for Mariner Wealth Advisors is detailed in a case study now available to interested financial advisors and financial services firms. To see the full case study, please click here.
NEXA Insights is a client feedback and surveying software for financial advisory firms, founded in October 2017 and headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas. Their software helps collect data for advisors to understand strengths and weaknesses in their operations, as well as client sentiment. Their unique survey experiences have allowed for greater client engagement and more accurate data generation for many firms, including actionable insights. For additional information, visit their website at www.NEXAInsights.com.
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| 2022-06-02T11:49:40Z |
Depp and Heard face uncertain career prospects after trial
FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — A jury’s finding that both Johnny Depp and Amber Heard were defamed during their long-running public dispute capped a lurid six-week trial that also raised questions about whether the two actors can overcome tarnished reputations.
The verdict handed down Wednesday in Virginia found that Depp had been defamed by three statements in an op-ed written by his ex-wife in which Heard said she was an abuse victim. The jury awarded him more than $10 million. Jurors also concluded that Heard was also defamed, by a lawyer for Depp who accused her of creating a detailed hoax surrounding the abuse allegations. She was awarded $2 million.
Depp had hoped the libel lawsuit would help restore his reputation. However, legal and entertainment experts said both actors’ reputations have been damaged by ugly details about their brief marriage that came out during the televised trial watched by millions.
“Both of them will work again, but I think it will be a while before a major studio will consider them ‘safe’ enough to bet on,” said former entertainment lawyer Matthew Belloni, who writes about the business of Hollywood for the newsletter Puck. “The personal baggage that was revealed in this trial was just too icky for a studio to want to deal with.”
The case captivated viewers who watched gavel-to-gavel television coverage, including impassioned followers on social media who dissected the actors’ mannerisms, their wardrobe choices and their use of alcohol and drugs.
Both performers emerge with unclear prospects. Depp, a three-time best actor Oscar nominee, was a bankable star until recent years, with credits including playing Capt. Jack Sparrow in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” films. However, he lost that role and was replaced in a “Fantastic Beasts” spinoff.
Heard’s acting career has been more modest, and her only two upcoming roles are in a small film and the upcoming “Aquaman” sequel due out next year.
Eric Rose, a crisis management and communications expert in Los Angeles, called the trial a “classic murder-suicide” in terms of damage to both careers.
“From a reputation-management perspective, there can be no winners,” he said. “They’ve bloodied each other up. It becomes more difficult now for studios to hire either actor because you’re potentially alienating a large segment of your audience who may not like the fact that you have retained either Johnny or Amber for a specific project because feelings are so strong now.”
Heard, who attended court Wednesday and was stoic while the verdict was read, said she’s heartbroken by what she described as a setback for women in general.
“I’m even more disappointed with what this verdict means for other women. It’s a setback. It sets back the clock to a time when a woman who spoke up and spoke out could be publicly humiliated. It sets back the idea that violence against women is to be taken seriously,’’ she said in a statement posted on her Twitter account.
Heard’s lawyer Elaine Bredehoft said on CBS Mornings that her client plans to file an appeal.
Depp, who was not in court Wednesday, said “the jury gave me my life back. I am truly humbled.”
“I hope that my quest to have the truth be told will have helped others, men or women, who have found themselves in my situation, and that those supporting them never give up,” he said in a statement posted to Instagram.
Depp sued Heard for libel in Fairfax County Circuit Court over a December 2018 op-ed she wrote in The Washington Post describing herself as “a public figure representing domestic abuse.” The essay never mentioned his name.
The jury found in Depp’s favor on all three of his claims relating to specific statements in the piece.
In evaluating Heard’s counterclaims, jurors considered three statements by a lawyer for Depp who called her allegations a hoax. They found she was defamed by one of them, in which the lawyer claimed that she and friends “spilled a little wine and roughed the place up, got their stories straight,” and called police.
While the case was ostensibly about libel, most of the testimony focused on whether Heard had been physically and sexually abused, as she claimed. Heard enumerated more than a dozen alleged assaults, including a fight in Australia — where Depp was shooting a “Pirates of the Caribbean” sequel — in which Depp lost the tip of his middle finger and Heard said she was sexually assaulted with a liquor bottle.
Depp said he never hit Heard and that she was the abuser, though Heard’s attorneys highlighted years-old text messages Depp sent apologizing to Heard for his behavior as well as profane texts he sent to a friend in which Depp said he wanted to kill Heard and defile her dead body.
Brett Ward, a family law attorney in New York, said Depp made himself a more believable witness by admitting to drug and alcohol use and that he could be a difficult person. But he said Depp also ran the risk of making those moments more memorable to the public than his film work.
“He says he did this for his children. Having watched the whole trial, I don’t think that he did any service to his children by airing all of this dirty laundry,” Ward said in an interview.
“Whether this was worthwhile for Johnny Depp, we will know in five years if he reestablishes himself as an A-list Hollywood actor. And if he doesn’t? I think he’s made a terrible mistake because most people aren’t going to remember his rather distinguished Hollywood career. They’re going to remember this trial.”
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SHENZHEN, China, May 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 10 Winner Medical announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 55% stake in Zhejiang Longterm Medical Technology Co., Ltd. for US $108.2 million.
Winner Medical believes that the acquisition aligns with the company's strategy to become the industry leader in the advanced wound care market. Winner Medical and Longterm Medical will benefit from the economy of scale and synergy generation in terms of overseas and domestic client base, market channels, products, R&D and manufacturing.
Longterm Medical develops, produces and sells advanced wound care products, and has been the market leader in advanced wound care industry in China. In 2021, Longterm Medical generated a total sales revenue of more than US $52 million, of which the revenue from advanced wound care and ostomy products contributed more than US $41.6 million.
It has been 10 years since Longterm Medical was established. while Winner Medical has a history of 31 years. Through post acquisition integration and synergy generation, the two companies as a whole are expected to gain larger market share and generate higher revenue growth.
In terms of domestic sales channels, Longterm Medical serves more than 600 hospitals, and Winner Medical covers more than 4,000 hospitals in China. The two companies will work together closely and offer comprehensive one-stop services and are committed to becoming the first choice for doctors, nurses and patients. In addition, Winner Medical will also work with Longterm Medical to develop home health care solutions for patients and consumers.
Global advanced wound care is a significant and growing market segment, while the domestic industry concentration is expected to increase. According to the BIS Research Report, the global advanced wound care market is reached US $5.85 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach US $7.23 billion in 2027. Both Winner Medical and Longterm Medical are the leaders in China market of advanced wound care dressings, this acquisition will promote the complementary advantages of both parties' global medical business, further enhance Winner as the leader in advanced wound care, while core value is leveraging technologies to improve clinical outcomes and healthcare economics, and together, a more comprehensive solution to improve patients' lives worldwide.
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| 2022-05-31T04:39:56Z |
When someone close to you has crossed over to the Great Beyond, it’s only natural to think about them every now and then — if not every single day.
If you’re like me, you try to zero in on that special moment with that person; one that brings a smile to your face. Or warms your heart. Or maybe even brings a tear to your eye. The one moment that, if it were in your power, you would have frozen in time so you could experience it all over again whenever you please.
I wish I’d had the foresight to capture those moments on film. But the truth is, when you are experiencing them — living them — you’re not thinking about them coming to an end. Therefore, the thought of capturing them on film never crosses your mind.
Until, at some point, they eventually do come to an end.
Fortunately for me, I have a clear picture of those special moments in my mind. Call it my insurance policy of memories:
♦ As a child, I’m sitting on the living room couch beside my Uncle Bennie on a Friday night watching our favorite television show, “The Flintstones.” We’re eating our traditional “Bedrock” dinner of a bowl of Rice Krispies with milk, banana and sugar. Meanwhile, the sweet aroma of Auntie’s homemade vanilla cake drifts throughout the rooms of their quaint and rustic two-story home on Robeson Street.
♦ As a young boy, I’m with my grandfather (Pappy) at Happel’s, the only hardware store in Birdsboro, Penn. Pappy worked there his entire adult life, as I did for much of my boyhood. I’m busy performing the very important task of counting the nails of every size in the wooden bins beneath the cash register. My pay is always the same, and it’s absolutely perfect: a pack of Black Jack chewing gum and a handful of horehound lozenges.
♦ As an adolescent, I’m in the family room with my mom on a Friday night in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. We’re both screaming at the referee who, for the umpteenth time, didn’t see Ripper Collins’ clearly put an illegal chokehold on Gentleman Jim Hady. Twenty-four hours later, we’re back in the exact same spots — only this time we’re watching Saturday’s late-night horror movie in black and white.
♦ As a teenager, my dad and I are playing a quick round of golf in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. We’re trying to get in nine holes before running out of daylight. We’re hitting our approach shots to the green on No. 17 as the sun begins to fall from the sky. As usual, by the time we hit our tee shots on No. 18 — our last hole of the round — it’s already dark.
Here’s what every one of those mental images have in common: Time stood still. The only thing that mattered was being in that moment, a moment with someone I loved to be with. And a moment with someone who felt the same way about me.
The moments that made me feel like everything was exactly as it should be.
Today, I’d give anything to live any one of them all over again. For instance:
♦ Sitting next to Uncle Benny, watching him laugh at Wilma yelling at Fred for coming home late again (he blames Barney, of course).
♦ Proudly announcing to the men at Happel’s that they’re running low on three-penny nails.
♦ Watching “Creature from the Black Lagoon” with mom, even though we’d seen it often enough to know what the actors were going to say before they said it.
(sigh)
My best advice to you is not to let these special moments simply pass you by. Whether you realize it or not, they will be the memories you’ll maintain for the rest of your life.
For me, one of those memories is watching the sun set over the Pacific Ocean, standing beside my favorite golfing partner in the world in the middle of the seventeenth fairway.
“Dad, you’ve got 130 yards to the green.”
“I’m thinking seven-iron.”
If only I had another chance to say those words out loud.
In my mind, of course, I say them all the time.
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| 2022-08-25T23:09:53Z |
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Lindsey Dukeminier and her fiancé were driving through Montgomery, Alabama, to visit family Thursday when they saw the sign. They say their hearts sank into their stomachs.
The Wares Ferry Road Baptist Church sign, a cross at its top and to its side, had a clear message: “GOD DETESTS PRIDE.”
“We were very disappointed that during Pride Month of all months this church had a sign up like this,” Dukeminier said.
Lindsey and her partner stopped the car, approached the sign, and embraced. A photo of their kiss, the church sign at their side, has garnered dozens of likes, shares, and comments on social media. “Detest this,” the caption said.
Wesley Whitworth is the pastor of Wares Ferry Road Baptist Church. He claimed that the sign was not meant to target those in the LGBTQ community. The man who changes the sign, Whitworth said, was referencing “personal pride — pride and arrogance, things of that nature.”
“And it just coincided with Pride Month,” Whitworth said.
The pastor said that when he first saw the sign after it was put up last Saturday, even he thought it was a reference to Pride Month. He asked the man responsible for the sign whether that was the case. The man said it was not, and the pastor believed him.
“It was not the intent to put that up just to spark controversy,” Whitworth said.
Still, the pastor said that in his view, the Bible is clear on homosexuality.
“They’re being disingenuous if they think that most mainstream churches would not have a problem with that,” he said, referring to Dukeminier and her fiancé. “Obviously we disagree on that. They’ll have to stand before God for what they do. It’s not my job to go around policing the actions of everybody.”
Whitworth said that he can understand why the sign may have made Dukeminier and her partner feel unwelcome. He said, though, that they’d be welcomed with open arms at Wares Ferry Baptist.
“I would, of course, make it clear, obviously, that our personal convictions are that this is not just an alternate lifestyle, it’s a sin like any other,” he said. “But they would be welcome to attend services and participate with us in hopes that they’d be converted to Christianity.”
Dukeminier actually grew up as a Baptist in north Alabama, where she was active in the church until her teen years.
“Messages like this push LGBT folks away from Christianity and make us feel unwelcome and unworthy of love,” she said.
Dukeminier said that if the sign wasn’t aimed at the LGBTQ community, “it was done in poor taste.”
Whitworth said he’ll consider having the sign taken down early.
“Because of this reaction, I may call the gentleman that handles that and have him change the sign early,” he said. “It was not our intention to draw attention to Pride Month. But I know what it looks like.”
Still, when asked if he thinks members of the LGBTQ community should be proud of that identity, the pastor didn’t mince words.
“I do not — any more than someone should be proud to be a drunkard or a wife abuser,” he said. “When someone says to me, ‘This is the way God made me,’ I disagree with that. You’ll have to take that up with the Lord.”
Lindsey Dukeminier said she’s proud to be a lesbian and proud to be an Alabamian, regardless of what a Montgomery church sign has to say on the issue.
“I wanted to take a picture in front of the sign with my fiancé to remind people that we are proud to love each other and that we’re not going anywhere,” she said. “Alabama is our home and we’re proud to live here as well!”
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| 2022-06-23T01:24:35Z |
It’s been 30 years and five generations since the debut of the original Jeep Grand Cherokee, which crashed its way into the halls of the 1992 Detroit auto show, driven by none other than Bob Lutz.
At this year’s show, which started Wednesday and runs until Sept. 25, Jeep marked the milestone with the reveal of a special 30th Anniversary Edition package for the 2023 Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid.
The package adds styling treatments like black body accents, black 20-inch wheels, unique badging, and body color-matched rear fascia, lower moldings, rocker panels, and fender flares. There’s also extra equipment including a dual-tip exhaust, a dual-pane sunroof, Capri leather trim, cooled front seats, a 9-speaker Alpine audio system, a wireless charging pad for mobile devices, a digital rearview mirror, a surround-view camera system, parking sensors, and a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with 3D graphics for the navigation, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.
The powertrain of the Grand Cherokee 4xe consists of a 2.0-liter turbo-4 and electric motor up front, plus a second electric motor integrated with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The system delivers a peak 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque, as well as 25 miles of pure electric range, and max towing of 6,000 lb. The vehicle also comes standard with a 2-speed transfer case, 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio, and 47.4:1 crawl ratio.
Order books for the 2023 Grand Cherokee with the 30th Anniversary Edition package open later this year, with deliveries scheduled to begin in early 2023. The package will be available for a limited time and is priced at $4,700. Jeep hasn’t announced pricing for the 2023 Grand Cherokee 4xe, but the current 2022 model starts at $59,495, including a $1,795 destination charge.
Production of the Grand Cherokee is handled at the Jefferson North Assembly Plant in Detroit, with the stretched Grand Cherokee L handled at the neighboring Mack Avenue Assembly Complex plant. More than seven million examples of the nameplate have been built over the past three decades.
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| 2022-09-14T23:25:45Z |
Flash flooding has killed at least 95 people, injured hundreds of others and swept away thousands of homes in Afghanistan, authorities in the crisis-hit country said Tuesday.
The deaths occurred across 10 provinces over the past 10 days, authorities said, as the country reels from an economic and humanitarian crisis exacerbated by Western sanctions imposed after the Taliban returned to power last year.
Deputy Minister of Disaster Management Mawlawi Sharafuddin Muslim told CNN emergency food assistance had been dispatched to many flood-affected areas and aid organizations had promised to deliver emergency assistance but it may not be enough.
"Winter is arriving soon and these affected families that include women and children do not have shelter to live under. All their agricultural farms and orchards have either been completely destroyed or their harvest has been damaged," Muslim said.
"If these people are not helped to get back to normalcy, their situation will definitely get worse in the coming weeks and months."
Afghanistan has recently been hit by a series of natural disasters and extreme weather events, including an earthquake in June that killed more than 1,000 people.
Muslim called on aid organizations, the United Nations and the global community to help flood-affected Afghans with not only emergency assistance like food, shelter and medicine, but also to help over the longer term since many people have lost their homes, livelihood and drinking water sources.
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| 2022-08-23T09:39:30Z |
NEW YORK, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Seer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SEER) resulting from allegations that Seer may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Seer securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. The Rosen Law Firm is preparing a class action seeking recovery of investor losses.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the prospective class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=2691 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] or [email protected] for information on the class action.
WHAT IS THIS ABOUT: On November 4, 2021, market analyst the Bear Cave published a report entitled "Problems at Seer Inc (SEER)" which stated that Seer appears to have misled investors about its recent Chinese distribution partnership, customer base, and management's past track record.
On this news, Seer's stock price fell $1.85 per share, or over 5%, to close at $35.00 on November 4, 2021, damaging investors.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
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| 2022-04-06T01:12:35Z |
NEW ORLEANS, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until June 27, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Natera, Inc. (NasdaqGS: NTRA), if they purchased the Company's shares between February 26, 2020 and April 19, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas.
Natera investors should visit us at https://claimsfiler.com/cases/nasdaq-ntra-1/ or call toll-free (844) 367-9658. Lawyers at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC are available to discuss your legal options.
Natera and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On March 14, 2022, a jury found that the Company intentionally and willfully misled the public through its false advertisements to market Prospera, a screening test for kidney transplant failure, in violation of the federal Lanham Act, the Delaware Deceptive Trade Practices Act, and Delaware common law, including that the Company's marketing falsely claimed that Prospera was more accurate than the competing kidney transplant testing offered by CareDx, Inc. Ultimately, the jury awarded CareDx $44.9 million in monetary damages. On this news, shares of Natera fell $8.81, or 22.5% to close at $30.32 per share on March 15, 2022.
Then, on April 19, 2022, the United States Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") issued a safety communication "to educate patients and health care providers and to help reduce the inappropriate use of [NIPTs]," a non-invasive prenatal test like the Company's product, Panorama, and cautioned that statements about NIPTs' reliability and accuracy "may not be supported with sound scientific evidence." On this news, shares of Natera fell as much as $1.53 per share, or approximately 3.9%, to close at $38.10 per share on April 20, 2022.
The case is John Harvey Schneider v. Natera, Inc., et al., No. 1:22-cv-00398.
ClaimsFiler has a single mission: to serve as the information source to help retail investors recover their share of billions of dollars from securities class action settlements. At ClaimsFiler.com, investors can: (1) register for free to gain access to information and settlement websites for various securities class action cases so they can timely submit their own claims; (2) upload their portfolio transactional data to be notified about relevant securities cases in which they may have a financial interest; and (3) submit inquiries to the Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC law firm for free case evaluations.
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| 2022-06-18T03:36:18Z |
Firm Bolsters Team Dedicated to DE&I, Purpose and Sustainability with Additions of Rachael Gibson as Deputy Chief – Firmwide Leader of DE&I and Farrell Calabrese as Purpose and Sustainability Leader
CHICAGO, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crowe LLP, a leading public accounting, consulting and technology firm in the U.S. with offices around the world, today announced it has appointed Sheila Enriquez to the position of Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer. The firm also announced the addition of two new leaders that will further bolster the firm's efforts related to DE&I, purpose and sustainability – Rachael Gibson as Deputy Chief – Firmwide Leader of DE&I, and Farrell Calabrese to the newly created role of Purpose and Sustainability Leader.
"DE&I and sustainability are firm priorities and critical elements of our strategy. They are also core parts of our DNA," said Crowe CEO Mark Baer. "Championing DE&I and sustainability is more than just the right thing to do. Our people, clients and the market demand it. It aligns with our values and makes us a better firm. We are all stewards of the firm and under Sheila's leadership, with Rachael and Farrell, we're confident that together we will drive the necessary momentum towards our goals."
In January 2022, Enriquez joined Crowe as Texas Market Leader and a member of the firm's management committee as part of the transaction with Briggs & Veselka. She will continue in that capacity in addition to serving as CDEIO. Enriquez is a proven business leader who is passionate about fostering an inclusive environment and is actively engaged in supporting DE&I initiatives across the profession.
Gibson joins Crowe from Marcum, a top 15 accounting firm, where she served as the Director of DEI responsible for developing and executing a DE&I strategy for the firm. Calabrese joins Crowe from Eastman, where she served as the Global Corporate Sustainability manager for the past five years, responsible for translating corporate commitments into business value by driving clarification, alignment and accountability of progress towards multi-stakeholder expectations and industry standards.
"As Crowe continues to focus on and enhance our DE&I, sustainability and corporate responsibility programs, it is essential that we integrate them into every part of our firm – from our people strategy and recruiting, to client service delivery and operations," said Katie Hamada, Crowe Chief People Officer. "We must ensure our words and commitments are followed up by action – and having the right leadership in place to drive progress and accountability is critical."
In February 2022, Crowe introduced its first ever DE&I transparency report where it committed to real metrics and accountability on DE&I progress. And, in March, Crowe established an ESG center of excellence to help implement best practices and set standards and accountability in its own sustainability practices and additionally provide integrated ESG-related services to its clients.
"I'm honored to take on this critical role as we strive to drive progress across our firm and across the profession," said Enriquez. "We are in the people business, and to ensure we're providing an unrivaled experience for our people and our clients, it is essential that our workforce resembles the communities in which we live and work and that we continue to foster an inclusive work environment. To be at our absolute best, we need diversity – in every sense of the word."
Baer added, "We're proud of our progress but recognize we have so much work to do, and that's why we're aligning the right leaders and making the necessary investments."
Crowe LLP is a public accounting, consulting and technology firm with offices around the world. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities. The firm and its subsidiaries also help clients make smart decisions that lead to lasting value with its tax, advisory and consulting services, helping businesses uncover hidden opportunities in the market – no matter what challenges the markets present. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the best places to work in the U.S. As an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world, Crowe serves clients worldwide. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.
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| 2022-09-08T16:49:17Z |
Helicopter crash near Utah ski resort caused by pilot error
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Utah Army National Guard says two Blackhawk helicopters that crashed within a few hundred yards of a Utah ski resort in February was caused by human error and resulted in $9.23 million in damages. The agency said in a news release Thursday that the pilot of one of the helicopters lost sight of where he was trying to land amid whiteout conditions. His helicopter landed on its side and broke its main rotor. A piece flew in to the second helicopter, causing it to spin around before landing. Nobody was injured in the incident.
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| 2022-04-21T23:30:29Z |
ZHUHAI, China, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Powerbridge Technologies Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: PBTS) ("Powerbridge" or the "Company"), a provider of multi-industry technology solutions, announced that it has regained compliance with the minimum bid price requirement under the continued listing requirements of the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq").
On July 29, 2022, the Company received a written notification from Nasdaq's Listing Qualifications Department stating that the closing bid price of the Company's common shares has been $1.00 per share or greater for 10 consecutive trading days, from July 15, 2022 to July 28, 2022. Hence, the Company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) and this matter is now closed.
About Powerbridge
Powerbridge Technologies Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: PBTS) is a provider of multi-industry technology solutions: software applications and services for the global trade industry, IoT platform services as well as intelligent fixtures and devices for smart city operations, supply chain platforms and social livestreaming services for the retail industry, metaverse and smart solutions for the travel and leisure industry, as well as cryptomining and digital asset operations. For more information, visit www.powerbridge.com/ir/.
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This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as "may, "will, "intend," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project," "estimate" or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements; specifically, the Company's statements regarding listing on the NASDAQ Capital Market and the IPO are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the following: the Company's goals and strategies; the Company's future business development; product and service demand and acceptance; changes in technology; economic conditions; reputation and brand; the impact of competition and pricing; government regulations; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in China and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing and other risks contained in reports filed by the Company with the SEC. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.
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| 2022-08-01T14:34:37Z |
Award-winning conference for small and medium-size businesses to feature esteemed leaders from theworlds of business, public policy, science, social justice, sports, entertainment, media and more
DUBLIN, Calif., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHAT:
The third annual, award-winning, TriNet PeopleForce conference returns September 13-15. The three-day event—live from New York and streamed virtually—will give attendees the chance to interact with each other and our outstanding lineup of speakers during live sessions, Q&As, networking opportunities and more. Through exploration of entrepreneurial passion, purpose and perseverance, leaders of small and medium-size businesses will walk away with expert info, and the most strategic, innovative ways to do business now.
WHO:
The roster of prominent speakers include:
WHEN:
September 13-15
WHERE:
The Theater at City Tech
285 Jay Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
To join the virtual event, click here.
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Renee Brotherton
408-646-5103
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Josh Gross
347-423-8300
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About TriNet TriNet (NYSE: TNET) provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service HR solutions tailored by industry. To free SMBs from HR complexities, TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation and compliance, payroll, all enabled by industry leading technology capabilities. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Payroll and Time & Attendance. From Main Street to Wall Street, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most growing their business and enabling their people. TriNet, incredible starts here. For more information, visit TriNet.com or follow us on Twitter.
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| 2022-09-08T18:43:14Z |
New strategic roles join over 10 new hires in the region in 2022 so far
NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blis, the audience-first platform that doesn't rely on personal data, today announced the hire of David Asch as VP of Programmatic Partnerships and Jonathan Alt as RVP Midwest and West in the US. The new strategic roles were created to fulfill the increasing demand from Blis' clients in the US.
With over fifteen years of industry experience working in the region, David Asch joins Blis from AudienceX, where he was the VP of sales for the US, leading the entire sales management for the region – ensuring that campaigns were leveraging the best performing blend of tactics across channels and screens.
Jonathan Alt joins the Blis team to support Blis' growth across the Midwest and West coast. For the past seven years, Jonathan held different positions at Dotdash to ultimately become Chief Revenue Officer, Lifestyle Brands at the company. Prior to that, Jonathan worked across different media and adtech companies, including Basis Technologies, Game Show Network and Viacom.
"For the first time, Blis has hired a VP of Programmatic Partnerships exclusively dedicated to the US market," said Gil Larsen, Managing Director Americas at Blis. "Expanding our operations across the country is extremely important to Blis' future plans. Supporting our clients to navigate this new privacy-first scenario with a platform that doesn't rely on personal data is our highest priority. Both Jonathan and David will be instrumental to the success of our business and I'm excited to have them on board to support our growth in the region."
Blis has been operating in the US since 2016 and growing rapidly since then, with employees based in key markets across the nation. In addition to David and Jonathan's hires, Blis also announced several other important hires in the region, following the recent investment from LDC, with headcount growing by 41% so far in 2022.
"Blis has made significant investments in our product over the past two years with a focus on delivering client outcomes programmatically without relying on personal data," said David Asch, VP of Programmatic Partnerships at Blis, US. "Being able to develop our programmatic partnerships even further is critical to the business and I'm looking forward to delivering our roadmap across the country in 2022."
About Blis
Blis is the audience-first platform that doesn't rely on personal data. We're an integrated planning and buying platform that delivers scaled, relevant and high-performing audiences, helping the world's largest brands and media agencies achieve their goals.
Over the past 18 years, Blis has built its reputation on delivering award-winning location-powered advertising solutions. In today's consumer-centric landscape, Blis is transforming the role of location data by combining it with a broad range of rich and powerful datasets to give our clients the deepest audience understanding available. Our unique approach to integrated planning and buying provides personalized targeting and performance without reliance on personal data. We serve relevant ads to the highest-value addressable audiences across any channel and deliver our clients' campaign outcomes every time, from brand awareness and engagement through to store/site visits and sales.
Established in the UK in 2004, Blis now operates in more than 40 offices across five continents. Working with the world's largest and most customer-driven companies across all verticals including Unilever, Samsung, McDonald's, HSBC, Mercedes Benz and Peugeot, as well as every major media agency.
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| 2022-08-17T16:00:15Z |
NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Come one, come all for a chance to win a GOLDEN BURGER TICKET! Award-winning burger and shake joint Black Tap is going BIG this National Cheeseburger Day (September 18) and giving guests a chance to win FREE CHEESEBURGERS FOR ONE YEAR at all locations across the nation.
Black Tap invites all burger lovers for a ONE DAY ONLY giveaway - all you have to do is eat! Participating Black Tap locations from coast to coast will be providing scratch-off prize cards with every purchase of a classic All-American Burger (prime burger, american cheese, special sauce) and five lucky winners per location will be recipients of a GOLDEN BURGER TICKET which holds access to free cheeseburgers for a year valid for one cheeseburger per month at any location nationwide including at forthcoming locations in Dallas, Nashville, and Miami.
At Black Tap's Pop-Up Singles & Doubles, the restaurant's fast-casual version of its OG flagship, the contest will be done through delivery with five lucky customers receiving the grand prize at home.
BONUS! Black Tap fans from around the world can participate with a special social giveaway. Check out Black Tap's Instagram (@blacktapnyc) on September 18 for details on how to win.
Where:
- NEW YORK
- ANAHEIM – Black Tap Anaheim at Downtown Disney® District (1540 S. Disneyland Dr. Ste 101, Anaheim, CA 92802)
- VEGAS - Black Tap Las Vegas (3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 8910)
About Black Tap
Black Tap is the new take on a classic burger joint with a downtown New York vibe all its own. The menu offers something for everyone from signature burgers like the All-American, The Falafel Burger, and the fan-favorite Wagyu Steakhouse Burger, along with chicken sandwiches, burger salads, wings, and snacks and sides. Black Tap's burgers have won numerous awards across the world, and they're now five-time winners at the New York City Wine & Food Festival's Burger Bash competition. Black Tap's famous CrazyShake® milkshakes have reached worldwide acclaim with their whimsical and over-the-top flavors such as the Sweet N' Salty and the Brooklyn Blackout. Since opening its first 15-seat location in NYC's Soho neighborhood, Black Tap has expanded to the West Coast with locations in Las Vegas and Anaheim at the Downtown Disney® District at Disneyland® Resort, and internationally to Dubai, Geneva, Zurich, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, and Bahrain. In Q4 2022 and Q1 2023 Black Tap will continue its expansion.
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| 2022-09-13T15:48:39Z |
Monster Energy Continues Its Innovation Agenda by Launching A New Ready-To-Drink Nitrous Oxide-Infused Coffee With Longer Brew Time And Smooth Taste
CORONA, Calif., June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As many Americans begin heading back into the office, Monster Energy Java has just the morning-pick-me-up: Cold Brew. Infused with nitrous oxide to give a rich and creamy mouthfeel, Java Monster Cold Brew is sure to impress even the most selective coffee drinkers. Along with the flavor profile, Monster Energy is committed to offering a guilt-free start to your morning with two bold new flavors - Latte and Sweet Black.
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"Entering the market with this convenient and great tasting coffee + energy, Java Monster Cold Brew is a unity of opposites - bold yet subtly sweet, powerful yet refined," said MONSTER SPOKESPERSON. "Monster's nitro cold brew has a full-bodied flavor without the acidic bite of traditional iced coffee, owing its sweetness to the nitrous (N2) bubbles that add that special taste."
Sweet, but not too sweet, Java Monster Cold Brew still helps you seize the day with 200mg of caffeine in every serving from the legendary and proven energy blend. With two flavors currently available, Latte and Sweet Black, Monster Cold Brew kicks like no other. Both flavors are a medium roast with zero added sugar and just a touch of sweetness and reduced fat milk, satisfying your morning coffee craving guilt-free! This ready-to-drink beverage is the perfect start to your morning, the perfect grab-and-go can that will save you time and hassle.
Available at local grocery stores near you, Java Monster Cold Brew is the best option for a stress-free morning. Stock up the weekend before, choose from Latte or Sweet Black, and start making those early morning wake-up calls with something to look forward to!
To learn more about Java Monster Cold Brew visit https://www.monsterenergy.com/us/en/products/java-monster/cold-brew-latte and https://www.monsterenergy.com/us/en/products/java-monster/cold-brew-sweet-black.
To learn more about Monster Energy visit https://www.monsterenergy.com/
ABOUT MONSTER ENERGY
Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the tradition, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it's the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers and fans. See more about Monster Energy, including all of its drinks, at www.monsterenergy.com.
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| 2022-06-17T13:22:40Z |
Colin Gilmor aims to bring connectivity to his hometown community of Wilton through a green and sustainable business in offering free transportation services to riders.
WILTON, Conn., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- School's out for summer for Wilton High School students on June 22nd. For Wilton High School sophomore, Colin Gilmor, this date also marks the official launch date of his College Bound Rickshaws business on June 22nd.
College Bound Rickshaws is a company dedicated to raising money for college by offering ride services via Rickshaw along the village of Wilton River Road area. It will offer rides and services primarily to those who are living in and around the Wilton Village area.
College Bound Rickshaws will work as a transportation option to take customers on rides around the Wilton village area so they can get to one place quickly or just have a leisurely journey. The rides will be free to riders, but donation in the form of tips is encouraged. A percentage of donations will go to select Wilton-based charities and individual drivers' 529c plans. The business will primarily be available during the spring, summer, and fall where people will be more likely to be enjoying the outdoors.
As a downtown resident of Wilton, Gilmor took note of the lack of connectivity in Wilton town center. "When family and friends visited, there was not an activity or way to show them Wilton center in a fun and engaging way," said Gilmor. "I wanted to offer a solution to the town that brought the community together with a business that was green and sustainable, as fighting climate change is important to me," says Gilmor.
The Rickshaw will provide service around the heart of downtown Wilton and will service the area including around all condos at Wilton Crest, Avalon, Glen Ridge, River Ridge and the Wilton train station to begin with. Future plans include relevant condominium areas and Cannondale village.
College Bound Rickshaws is able to provide their rides for free in part to the donation and support of the Cathedral of Cincinnati in Southern Ohio.
"Today, our young people are facing a myriad of existential challenges and situations. From the climate crisis to gun violence, one could easily be resigned to cynicism, despair, and apathy. Yet, when you encounter a young man like Colin Glimor, who is committed to bettering his community, through service, one cannot help but to have hope. Indeed, through his creativity and generosity of spirit, Colin represents the best of us, and I am grateful that there are young people, like him who are willing to step up, serve, and give of themselves to affect positive change in his community and the larger world. Christ Church Cathedral in Cincinnati is honored to support this amazing young man and his endeavors to change the world, one day, one moment, one ride at a time! It is my hope and prayer that others will do the same," says The Very Rev. Owen C. Thompson, Dean+ of Christ Church Cathedral in Cincinnati.
College Bound Rickshaws also has the support of Wilton High School and Wilton Go Green.
"Colin is a great student who had a vision for this rickshaw concept and is bringing it to fruition. It demonstrates his resourcefulness and creativity and also his commitment to the environment. This is yet another example of the promise of our students who are so talented and who want to engage in opportunities to contribute to their community," states Robert William O'Donnell, Ed.D, Principal at Wilton High School.
Trips consist of grocery store runs for mature adults, date night for riders or multiple Wilton area restaurant visits by friend groups. The rickshaw is available for special events such as weddings, birthday parties or special occasions.
Short trips can be booked through the company's website, cbrickshaws.com or by calling 1-203-451-6442.
About College Bound Rickshaws
College Bound Rickshaws was developed to bring the Wilton community together by providing an opportunity for high school kids to earn money for college while also helping the environment, the town, its businesses, and its residents. Developed by Wilton High School Sophomore, Colin Gilmor, College Bound Rickshaws will serve the Wilton, CT area, starting in late Summer 2022. College Bound Rickshaws is a transport and entertainment service that is green and sustainable. It is headquartered in Wilton, Connecticut. For more information, please visit www.cbrickshaws.com.
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| 2022-06-06T12:49:14Z |
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Special investigators in Poland say they have found two mass graves containing the ashes of at least 8,000 Poles slain by the Nazis during World War II in forest executions that the Nazis later tried to hide by incinerating the bodies and planting trees on the burial pits.
Investigators from a national historical institute marked the finding this week with speeches and wreath-laying at the site in the Bialuty Forest, 160 kilometers ( 100 miles) north of Warsaw.
Starting in March 1944, the bodies that the occupying Nazis had secretly buried in the forest were “brought out, burned and pulverized in order to prevent this crime from ever being known, in order to prevent anyone taking responsibility for it,” Karol Nawrocki, the head of the Institute of National Remembrance, said Wednesday.
“Theses efforts were not successful,” Nawrocki said.
The Nazis used other inmates, chiefly Jewish, to do the cover-up job. Those inmates were also killed.
Institute experts said at least 17 tons of ashes were found in two pits that are 3 meters (10 feet) deep, meaning that remains of at least 8,000 people are buried there.
The victims were mostly inmates of the Soldau Nazi German prisoner camp in the Polish town of Dzialdowo who were executed in the forest between 1940-44, the experts said. An estimated 30,000 people, mostly Polish elites, military, resistance fighters and Jews were inmates at the camp and a large number of them were killed or died, in the Nazis’ plan of extermination.
The forest has been known as the burial site of the slain inmates but the exact location of the mass graves and the number of the victims were not known until now. The institute’s archeologists and anthropologists located the two mass graves this month.
The institute investigates Nazi crimes and also communist crimes against Poles and has the power to bring charges against the suspects if they are still alive.
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| 2022-07-14T19:01:22Z |
DIAMOND BAR, Calif., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With Bedsure's all-new Back-To-School event kicking off in June, Bedsure and its lines of cozy products are helping hundreds of thousands of incoming and returning dorm residents to turn their dorms into a cozy den. Bedsure's Back-To-School offers provide students with the coziest beddings with great value, including the Bedsure Dorm Room Essential Bundles.
While college life can be a significant milestone for some, it is also one of the biggest financial burdens for many. This is because the total cost of college goes beyond the tuition and can easily stretch into hundreds of thousands of dollars.
"Considering student loan interest and loss of income, the ultimate cost of a bachelor's degree can exceed $400,000," quoting the Education Data Initiative.
The financial burdens that are associated with college have skyrocketed in recent years, and the situation has been deeply worsen due to the impact of the pandemic and the rising inflation.
Bedsure, a global leading home textile manufacturer with over 18 million cozy customers served to date, is doing its part to help incoming and returning residents get cozy and turn their dorm into a cozy den by introducing college-budget friendly premium and high-quality TWIN XL-sized beddings at an affordable price to the market.
Noteworthily, Bedsure is passing off the profit from its sales to college-aged customers with deeply discounted products. The move allows customers to purchase cozy college dorm beddings at cost and will reduce the financial burdens a college student or their parents will face to get cozy in college, taking some burdens off the shoulders of hardworking parents and students.
The sales made available by Bedsure include the comprehensive college dorm essential bundles in Twin XL size with savings up to 30% off and standalone products that are made available with even bigger discounts.
Bedsure Dorm Room Essential Bundles
Bedsure's cozy Back-to-School dorm room essential bundles serve as a one-stop-shop solution to provide returning and incoming college residents with a cozy dorm space. Starting at just $99.99 before applicable discounts, the bundles come with a saving of up to 29% compared to separate items. The price tag allows incoming and returning dorm residents to completely style up their bare or beat-up dorm room with added style and comfort.
Bedsure recognizes that bedding-shopping for college can be extremely time-consuming, especially for first-timers. While there are various bedding options on the market today, few are tailored for college students, and no one provides coziness with a college-friendly budget as Bedsure does.
With the event, Bedsure has released several college dorm-friendly bundles that provide comprehensive coziness with just one check-out, including the basic Bedsure Dorm Room Essential Bundle, the stylish Bedsure Dorm Room Artisan Bundle, the comprehensive Bedsure Dorm Room Premium Bundle that provides comfort and coziness year-round, and more.
Bedsure Dorm Room Essential Bundle, Bedsure's most affordable dorm room essential bundle, is available for just $99.99 and comprehensively includes a nine-piece offering that covers everything an incoming freshman needs to turn their bare dorm into a cozy den.
The offer covers a six-piece Bed-in-A-Bag, two Bedsure Hotel Pillows, and a Bedsure Quilted Mattress Pad is over 29% more affordable than separate purchases, and a never-seen-before deal across the internet. The one-time purchase comes with everything one needs to start the first night and the nights to come at an empty dorm.
Bedsure Dorm Room Premium Bundle is Bedsure's thirteen-piece deluxe college dorm room bundle offering designed to provide students with unmatched year-round coziness, including a summer cooling sheet set and a cozy winter blanket.
The included Bedsure 100% Viscose from Bamboo Sheet Set gives sleepers with thermoregulated and breathable sleeping experience and is ideal for night sweaters and hot sleepers. The extra Bedsure Flannel Fleece Blanket is one of Bedsure's most popular and most original coziness providers that is versatile for various settings and a must-have for new dorm residents.
The deluxe Bedsure Dorm Room Premium Bundle costs $159.99. The thirteen-piece bundle is being offered as a one-time purchase option to give college residents the year-round coziness of home on campus.
Additional college-appropriate bundles and products are available at Bedsure's official storefront. With the stronger than ever lineup for college students made available, Bedsure is committed to providing all college customers with comprehensive coziness and good rest with extra convenience.
Bedsure's full back-to-school catalog can be viewed at: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/8D364C1E-A5B5-4A23-BED7-91D5BBCF3D8E/.
About Bedsure
From the moment you wake up to the second you fall asleep, Bedsure aims to make you and your family comfortable. Founded in 2016, Bedsure is a leading home textile manufacturer with products sold to over 18 million customers in the US and Europe. Since its founding, Bedsure has maintained a compound growth rate of 100% for five consecutive years. While Bedsure has grown into a global company with diverse products to meet different customer needs, its focus on comfortable home products and everyday value stays the same.
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| 2022-07-25T17:36:12Z |
Hammerhead Flatworms invading Grayson County soil
What to do if you find one
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - “I was at home one morning and was gonna let the dog back in, and so we have a sliding back door, and it was literally just laying right there on my back porch coming towards my door like the dog would,” said Natalie Neff, a Grayson County homeowner.
Its distinctive head shape was a dead giveaway for Natalie Neff.
The slithery creature making itself at home was a Hammerhead Flatworm.
“I realized this is not just a regular earthworm, and it was much longer, and it moved much slower in a different way,” said Neff.
Coming from Southeast Asia, Hammerhead Flatworms are considered invasive species.
Experts think they arrived in the U.S. in the 1900s, but it wasn’t until a few years ago they started digging their way up into Grayson County soi.
“The most common disruption is that they do affect and eat many of our natural earthworms, our natural slugs, natural mollusks, so many times they will start to deplete those populations,” said D. Chad Cummings, PhD, the agriculture and natural resources county extension agent.
If you find a hammerhead flatworm, don’t touch it without a glove because it can irritate your skin.
Then you’ll want to put it in a plastic bag and pour vinegar, salt, or citric acid on it.
That will dehydrate the worm and kill it.
“Go ahead and dispose of it in the trash but make sure that it has dried down and died completely,” said Cummings. “Make sure that you also get the entire worm because any small segment that breaks off in the soil can then, obviously, become a new worm.”
If you’re the early bird that catches the hammerhead flatworm, report it to Grayson County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension at [email protected] or [email protected] with photos and an address.
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| 2022-06-10T00:28:44Z |
SOMERSET, N.J., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VCTI, the broadband and network strategy and technology experts, announced Broadband Infrastructure Investment Analytics to help private investors identify and prioritize broadband infrastructure investment opportunities. VCTI's Broadband Infrastructure Investment Analytics combine its expert network planning and build cost analytics with a wealth of market data, including demographics, economic trends, and the competitive landscape across geographic areas, to help identify the most lucrative telecommunications infrastructure investments with speed and accuracy.
VCTI's deep expertise in network planning and engineering, GIS, extensive software development skills, and proficiency in market analytics enable them to help investors better understand where to prioritize their broadband infrastructure investments. Utilizing VCTI's machine learning, sophisticated algorithms and their NOCPlan™ network planning platform, they deliver a comprehensive, accurate, and enlightening analysis that transitions smoothly to operational implementation, which allows investors to confidently make investments based on the business case with speed to realize a return.
"There are many investment opportunities in telecommunications and internet infrastructure, which can be overwhelming for investors and service providers in their portfolio," said Raj Singh, President and CEO of VCTI. "Investors face making decisions that have long-term implications for their funds and businesses. They need to clearly understand their options and the financial implications of those options to reduce risk and ensure stronger returns."
The pandemic has highlighted the importance of having internet access in every home. Ubiquitous access to high-performance internet can transform a community's economic and social health. There is a flood of new government initiatives, subsidies, and private investment opportunities to address the problem of the underserved.
VCTI helps investors, such as private equity firms, complete due diligence on potential broadband service provider expansion or start-up investments. Comprehensive analysis of initial target markets, including insight into demographics, market growth trends, income, housing values, and current and potential competitive services, are compiled as the foundation. VCTI maps highly accurate location data, including community anchor institutions (CAI), under and unserved households, utility pole placements, and specific grant opportunities, into the mapping and modeling. Leveraging VCTI's network planning platform, NOCPlan™, middle mile, FTTH, and Fixed Wireless network plans are modeled, providing a detailed view of all build costs, and identifying the strongest strategies to commence the project layering all the revenue, grant, and cost variables together.
Critically, the network plans produced integrate directly into all major design platforms, assuring the plans can be executed quickly and successfully.
The investor now has fast, accurate, and highly reliable insight into prospective market opportunities for broadband investment, supported by executable network build options and the economic analysis to help them confidently make long-term investment decisions.
VCTI is a world-class leader in broadband and network technology. The Company offers software solutions and managed services to enable broadband service providers to optimize investments for network evolution, simplify operations, and strengthen their path to digital transformation. VCTI also provides expert technical resources to help technology companies develop complex networked and cloud products. A trusted partner to the most respected and innovative broadband service providers and technology companies globally, VCTI is a privately held, global company headquartered in the US with offices in India. Learn more at www.vcti.io
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| 2022-06-22T14:23:41Z |
The expanded support provides visibility into query-level metrics and detailed explain plans so all Microsoft customers can benefit from Database Monitoring
NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Datadog, Inc. (NASDAQ: DDOG), the monitoring and security platform for cloud applications, today announced expanded monitoring for Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft Azure database platforms. The announcement builds on Datadog's Database Monitoring product, which launched in August of last year.
With this expanded support, engineers and database administrators can quickly pinpoint and address database performance issues such as costly and slow queries, incorrect indexes in SQL Server or Azure databases and bottlenecks in their applications.
"We launched Database Monitoring last year because we wanted to help our customers reduce database costs, troubleshoot performance inefficiencies and increase collaboration between engineers and database administrators," said Omri Sass, group product manager of Application Performance Monitoring at Datadog. "By adding support for SQL Server and Azure database services, Microsoft users are better able to accomplish these goals and discover and implement the right database improvements while saving time communicating and reconciling information."
"Microsoft Azure SQL Database and SQL Managed Instance are fully managed database services that feature built-in security controls, automated maintenance and are always up to date," said Ramnik Gulati, senior director, product marketing, data & AI at Microsoft. "The expanded support of Datadog's Database Monitoring product further strengthens this collaboration by providing Microsoft customers with deep insights into their managed and self-hosted SQL Server, PostgreSQL and MySQL databases, enabling them to build and scale workloads with confidence."
Datadog Database Monitoring for Microsoft SQL Server and Azure database platforms includes the following features:
- Valuable Query Metrics: View metrics such as average latency, total execution time and number of rows queried in order to identify problematic queries and use historical query performance data to track long-term trends.
- Explain Plan Analysis: Visualize differences between multiple explain plans for individual queries to identify hotspots and seamlessly pivot from explain plans to related metrics in order to understand how inefficiencies impact performance.
- Centralized Query, Database and Infrastructure Metrics: View and monitor query-level and host-level metrics together to better understand how resource constraints affect database performance.
Database Monitoring is now generally available for Microsoft customers using SQL Server or Azure Database Platforms. To learn more, please visit: https://www.datadoghq.com/product/database-monitoring/
Datadog is the monitoring and security platform for cloud applications. Our SaaS platform integrates and automates infrastructure monitoring, application performance monitoring and log management to provide unified, real-time observability of our customers' entire technology stack. Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes and across a wide range of industries to enable digital transformation and cloud migration, drive collaboration among development, operations, security and business teams, accelerate time to market for applications, reduce time to problem resolution, secure applications and infrastructure, understand user behavior and track key business metrics.
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| 2022-08-16T20:53:05Z |
Mortgage rates fall slightly, but still hover above 5%
By Anna Bahney, CNN Business
Mortgage rates took a breather last week, dropping slightly after seven consecutive weeks of increases.
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.10% in the week ending April 28, a tick down from 5.11% the week before, according to Freddie Mac. But it’s still significantly higher than the rate this time last year, when the 30-year fixed rate averaged 2.98%.
“The combination of swift home price growth and the fastest mortgage rate increase in over forty years is finally affecting purchase demand,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist.
Khater said prospective buyers are dealing with the increased cost of buying a home by moving their home search away from coastal cities and looking to more affordable suburbs.
Some buyers, he said, are switching to adjustable-rate mortgages, in which the interest rate resets after a certain amount of time. Last week the five-year adjustable-rate mortgage tracked by Freddie Mac averaged 3.78%.
“We expect the decline in demand to soften home price growth to a more sustainable pace later this year,” said Khater.
The pace of rate growth stalled last week following a slight retreat in the 10-year Treasury, said George Ratiu, Realtor.com’s manager of economic research. US Treasury bonds — particularly the 10-year Treasury — are a bellwether for fixed-rate mortgages. When 10-year Treasury yields fall, mortgage rates tend to move that way too.
“The Treasury yield backed off as investors worried about China’s worsening Covid outbreak and large-scale lockdowns,” he said. In addition, he said, commodity prices are experiencing another shock from supply chain disruptions due to the war in Ukraine.
“Inflation is likely to run at a fast pace for longer than expected, keeping pressure on mortgage rates for the medium term,” said Ratiu.
Buyers backing off
There are signs that the higher interest rates are beginning to take a toll on the housing market.
Applications for mortgages were down 8.3% last week from the week before, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. Mortgage applications to buy a home were 17% lower than a year ago and applications to refinance a loan were down 71% from this time last year.
In addition, the number of signed contracts to buy a home fell in March, marking five months of declines in a row, according to the National Association of Realtors, as low inventory and higher costs of getting into a home pushed buyers to the sidelines.
But with fewer buyers in the market, home prices are expected to cool in many areas.
“Markets reached peak prices early this spring, with the next few months expected to see a moderation in the pace of appreciation followed by a flattening in the fall,” said Ratiu.
“The good news is that for buyers frustrated by the past year’s frenzied market, the shift toward a more normal landscape holds the promise of more homes to choose from, a slower pace of sales, and better prices.”
Home affordability declining
Cooling prices don’t necessarily mean the cost of homeownership will drop, however.
Homebuyer affordability declined in March, with the national median monthly mortgage payment rising 5% to $1,736 from $1,653 in February, according to the MBA.
This has given the usually active spring homebuying season a mixed start, said Edward Seiler, MBA’s associate vice president of housing economics and executive director of the Research Institute for Housing America.
“The healthy labor market and robust wage gains fueled demand throughout the country in March, but rapid home-price growth and the surge in mortgage rates last month slowed purchase application activity,” he said.
A typical borrower’s principal and interest payment was $387 more in March than a year earlier, said Seiler.
“Swift price-appreciation, sky-high inflation, low inventory, and mortgage rates now two percentage points higher than last year are all headwinds for the housing market in the coming months — especially for first-time buyers,” said Seiler.
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| 2022-04-28T18:02:29Z |
LEAWOOD, Kan., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Torch.AI, the leader in artificial intelligence (AI) powered ultra-high speed data processing, is proud to announce that Jennifer Utting has recently joined the company as General Counsel. Utting plays a vital role as the company continues to experience a rising portfolio of customers, creating an increased demand for legal guidance and navigation through complex matters.
"Torch.AI is transforming the way data is utilized to improve every aspect of business, reduce risk exposure, and decrease vulnerabilities to hacks and data breaches," said Utting. "I'm excited to play a part in making that difference by bringing my technology and legal experience to the table. Our AI is the future, and I'm proud to be part of such an extraordinary team as we continue to revolutionize AI."
Utting holds over 20 years of experience as a corporate attorney in the healthcare information technology space. She joins the Torch.AI team after serving for five years as Vice President, Corporate Counsel at Netsmart Technologies, a healthcare software company. During her time there, she led a team responsible for the entirety of the company's contracts and legal services, and assisted on all other aspects of the business, including strategic client partnerships, compliance, consulting, finance, properties, and mergers and acquisitions. Prior to Netsmart Technologies, she served as Assistant General Counsel at WellSky, and spent 13 years as Corporate Counsel at Cerner Corporation.
Torch.AI continues to experience significant growth in both the commercial and public sectors from the adoption of its software platform, Nexus™. Nexus helps customers across a myriad of industries wrangle their complex data holdings and rapidly illuminate knowledge. Nexus further enables organizations to streamline its data architecture by eliminating the need for data replication. The addition of Utting provides advanced legal expertise for the company's mounting customer portfolio.
"As an AI focused software business adding more customers every day, we have high demand for strong legal guidance across a complex range," says Brian Weaver, Chairman and CEO of Torch.AI. "Jennifer's expertise working with high-growth and enterprise scale companies brings immense value to our team and our customers. We're proud to further strengthen our leadership team with the addition of Jennifer to ensure our expanding customer base is soundly strategic and responsible in all areas."
We make data easier to use. Torch.AI's Nexus™ platform changes the paradigm of data and digital workflows, forever solving core impediments caused by the ever-increasing volume and complexity of information. Customers enjoy a single unifying solution which begins by instantly deconstructing and describing any data, in real-time.
Purpose built for massively scaled, ultra-high-speed data processing, the platform comes equipped with security features, flexible data workloads, compliance capabilities, and drag and drop functionality that is unrivaled in today's technology landscape. The company's solutions have helped to fight fraud, secure information, make better decisions of trust, evolve operational capabilities, and create better customer experiences.
To learn more about the company's vision for unifying AI, visit the website at Torch.AI
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| 2022-06-09T10:35:20Z |
Sycuan has partnered with PowerFlex to install 45 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sycuan Casino Resort today announced the addition of low-carbon technologies at its iconic casino location in San Diego. The project includes 40 Level 2 chargers, 5 DC fast chargers (DCFC), and a 250 kilowatt (kW)/560 kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery energy storage system (BESS) in progress. This project supports California's goals of achieving five million zero-emission vehicles on the road by 2030 and 250,000 electric vehicle charging stations by 2025. Additionally, a project of this size is estimated to deliver approximately 490,000 electric miles, which is equivalent to saving 22,000 gallons of gas each year and thereby avoiding 431,000 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions annually.
This project is just another step the organization has taken in an effort to support a sustainable future. In 2008, Sycuan formed a volunteer group of dedicated team members called The Sycuan Green Team, that leads the charge to educate and promote their mission to reduce, reuse and recycle. Over the years, The Sycuan Green Team has hosted Earth Day events, organized E-Waste collection drives and partnered with local nonprofit I Love a Clean San Diego for several cleanup events throughout the San Diego community. Additionally, Sycuan actively works with a recycling company to divert as much of its waste stream as possible to reduce the impact on the environment.
To complete this project, Sycuan partnered with PowerFlex, a national provider of intelligent onsite clean energy solutions. The EV chargers are integrated into a network that utilizes PowerFlex's patented Adaptive Load Management (ALM) technology—software that dynamically balances the total system load by controlling the output of individual chargers in real-time to mitigate peak energy spikes. By utilizing ALM, the project can accommodate a greater number of chargers than could otherwise be supported by the existing utility infrastructure. Through this project, Sycuan is helping achieve California's rapid transition to electric vehicles without overtaxing the grid.
The BESS and EV charging stations are managed and co-optimized by PowerFlex X, software and hardware that provides real-time insights and intelligent control over the onsite energy systems. By integrating the battery energy storage system with the DCFCs, Sycuan can avoid high demand charges from the surge in electricity consumption that fast chargers bring. The BESS can further reduce costs and carbon emissions by powering the chargers with cheaper energy stored in the battery instead of expensive on-peak grid power.
"We are very excited to partner with PowerFlex to provide our guests with additional EV charging options at our casino resort," said Rob Cinelli, general manager at Sycuan Casino Resort. "As we continue to see more and more people adopt this technology, it was important for us to stay ahead of the curve and provide this free amenity for our guests and team members. We remain committed in finding ways to help reduce our environmental impact and in the future, we have plans to install additional charging stations enterprise-wide."
"We applaud Sycuan's continued efforts towards sustainability," said Steve Morris, Executive Director at I Love A Clean San Diego. "Sycuan's community support extends beyond their facilities, mobilizing volunteers at cleanup events across the region and by sponsoring this year's Coastal Cleanup Day."
"We are proud to work with Sycuan to equip their historic location with technology to make their operations more sustainable," said Raphael Declercq, CEO of PowerFlex. "The unique ability of our software to co-optimize storage and EV charging will help sustain California's growing EV charging demand and increase Sycuan's onsite energy resiliency. They are taking an important step to support the state's air quality and climate change targets."
Sycuan Casino Resort began as a humble Bingo Palace in 1983. Now more than 38 years later, it has become a community landmark and one of San Diego's premier casino and resort destinations. Sycuan's newly expanded AAA Four Diamond-rated property includes a 12-story hotel tower with over 300 guest rooms and 57 luxury suites. Guests can enjoy a wide range of onsite amenities including a variety of restaurants and bars from fast-casual to fine dining, meeting and event space, a full-service spa, fitness center and a state-of-the-art outdoor pool deck with two pools, a lazy river and swim-up bar. Sycuan also boasts an expansive casino floor with more than 2,300 slot machines and 54 table games in a variety of gaming options. Sycuan is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information, please visit www.sycuan.com, Facebook: @sycuancasinoresort, Instagram: @sycuan_casinoresort, Twitter: @sycuancasino and LinkedIn: company/sycuancasinoresort or call 619-445-6002.
PowerFlex, an EDF Renewables company, is a leading national provider of intelligent onsite energy solutions that support carbon-free electrification and transportation. The Company delivers integrated solar, storage, EV charging, and microgrid systems to businesses and organizations. As a single full-service provider, PowerFlex customizes clean technology solutions to help clients achieve their energy and sustainability goals. Through the comprehensive PowerFlex X platform, PowerFlex leverages patented smart software to control, monitor, and optimize a client's distributed energy resources to reduce cost and maximize return on investment. For more information, visit www.powerflex.com. Connect with us on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Twitter.
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| 2022-08-30T17:26:35Z |
180-Day World Cruise and Seven Epic Grand Voyages Open for Sale on September 14th
MIAMI, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announced its most extensive, expansive, and immersive series of World and Grand Voyages for 2025. The line reprised its perennially popular Around the World in 180 Days voyage for 2025, albeit in a very unique east-to-west navigation. Underscoring the increasing popularity of the brand's demand for longer, languid, destination-immersive voyages, Oceania Cruises also introduced a series of seven Grand Voyages ranging in length from 50 to 111 days.
"This new collection of globe-spanning itineraries includes both iconic and off the beaten path ports of call and offers a wealth of opportunities for our guests to explore the farthest corners of the globe, making the journey just as rewarding as the destination," stated Howard Sherman, President and CEO of Oceania Cruises.
Each of these Grand Voyages takes advantage of one of life's greatest luxuries: time. The journeys range from a spectacular 111-day expedition of wonders across the South Pacific, New Zealand, Australia, Southeast Asia, Africa and the Mediterranean to an extraordinary journey that is the first of its kind – combining fascinating explorations of three continents aboard two small, luxurious ships with an incredible multi-day Land Program in between. Above all else, these itineraries were designed for the intrepid explorer, the traveler with an endless wanderlust and a penchant for enjoying the finer things in life.
First Of Its Kind – Far and Wide: The Ultimate Odyssey
74 Days, Two Ships, Five Countries, Three Continents – December 22, 2024 - March 6, 2025
This ultimate odyssey transcends the imagination as it explores three continents on two small, luxurious ships linked by an amazing, immersive Mid-Cruise Overland Program. Kicking off with a 50-day circumnavigation of Australia, Indonesia, and New Zealand sailing roundtrip from Sydney, guests are then flown via business class air service to South America for explorations of Patagonia, Antarctica, and the Chilean Fjords. Linking these two extraordinary cruises are two enthralling overland tours that guests will get to choose from – six days in the extraordinary Blue Mountains of Australia or six days in the Andean Lakes District of Chile and Argentina. Truly the ultimate odyssey, this eclectic journey stretches from great cities Down Under to Ushuaia, the city at the end of the world, and staggeringly beautiful lands of Patagonia and Antarctica.
Ultimate Odyssey Highlights
- Explorations of 3 awe-inspiring continents and 5 countries
- 5 overnights offering a blend of cultural and free-spirited Australian destinations and spellbinding Patagonian outposts, plus an overnight in the paradise of Bali
- A south-of-the-equator masterpiece that reveals boundless adventure on an itinerary spanning from the Tasman Sea to the Chilean Fjords
- A sought-after circumnavigation of multifaceted Australia, spending about a month visiting 18 destinations, along with a week-long exploration of incredible New Zealand
- A stunning multi-week tour of legendary Patagonian landscapes and surreal Antarctic seascapes
- Choice of an included 6-day Overland Program in either the Blue Mountains of Australia or northern Patagonia
The Gold Standard of World Cruises – Around the World in 180 Days
180 Days, Five Continents, 32 Countries, 89 Ports – January 5, 2025 – July 3, 2025
Setting sail on a rare east-to-west journey, the 2025 Around the World in 180 Days cruise is filled with exotic horizons and illuminating experiences. From Miami, the 656-guest Insignia heads south for explorations in vibrant Brazil and the wilds of the Amazon before crossing the great Atlantic Ocean for adventures in the villages and majestic landscapes of Africa. En route to South Africa, this crossing features a call on the most remote inhabited island on the planet: the volcanic isle of Tristan da Cunha. Insignia then continues east, to the great cities and untold wonders of Asia, with explorations of some of the most exclusive islands lining the Indian Ocean along the way. The French Comoros, Maldives and Seychelles give way to captivating destinations in Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, Indonesia and beyond. As Insignia heads south along the less explored coast of Western Australia, you will have the opportunity to discover some of this continent's most unsung treasures. During our navigation of the South Pacific, we'll make a rare call on Champagne Bay on Vanuatu along with some of French Polynesia's most stunning islands before heading north to visit the lush Hawaiian Islands to conclude this global journey.
The full 180-day Around the World cruise is made even more exceptional with our Exclusive Prestige Package, which includes a collection of generous amenities such as Free Pre-Paid Gratuities, Free Laundry Services and immersive Shoreside Events.
Around The World Highlights
- Exclusive Shoreside Events:
- Overnight Port Stays:
- Mid-Cruise Overland Programs
Additional Grand Voyage Offerings
Ultimate Pacific Traveler – Los Angeles to Sydney – 79 Days, October 3 – December 22, 2024
- 11 countries, 7 overnight port stays
- Nearly two weeks in Japan and three weeks exploring Australia and New Zealand
- A literal tapestry of destinations including Alaska, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Singapore, and Indonesia
South America Kaleidoscope – Miami to Rio de Janeiro – 50 Days, December 7, 2024 – January 26, 2025
- 11 countries, 6 overnight port stays
- A comprehensive exploration of South America that includes Chile, Brazil, Peru, Argentina, and Uruguay
- Three days cruising in Antarctica and a crossing of the Panama Canal
Grand Eastern Reflections – Abu Dhabi to Singapore – 78 Days, December 22, 2024 – March 10, 2025
- 16 countries, 15 overnight port stays
- One week in India, 3 days in Myanmar, one week in Vietnam, one week in China, two weeks in Japan, three days in the Philippines, and one week in Indonesia
- A unique melding of exotic, ancient cultures with glittering, modern metropolises
Epic Continental Explorer – Papeete to Barcelona – 111 Days, February 25 – June 17, 2025
- 28 countries and 12 overnight port stays
- A multi-month sojourn that spans the South Pacific, Southeast Asia, Africa and beyond
- Multiple weeks spent exploring the Indian Ocean and Africa, including the continent's exotic and mysterious western shores
Patagonia to Iberia Mosaic – Santiago de Chile to Barcelona – 63 Days, March 6 – May 8, 2025
- 10 countries and overnight stays in Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, and Lisbon
- In-depth explorations of Uruguay, Argentina, and Brazil
- Off-the-beaten path immersion of Spain including Almeria, Málaga, Huelva, Melilla, and Alicante
Asia & Oceania Odyssey – Tokyo to Honolulu – 72 Days, May 22 – August 1, 2025
- 12 countries and 11 overnight port stays
- An intriguing blend of culture and history throughout Japan, China, and Southeast Asia mixed with the enchantment of the South Pacific and Hawaiian Islands
- Some of the world's greatest wonders – Ha Long Bay, Great Barrier Reef and Bora Bora
For additional information on Oceania Cruises' small-ship luxury product, exquisitely crafted cuisine, and expertly curated travel experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call 855-OCEANIA, or speak with a professional travel advisor.
Oceania Cruises is the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line. The line's seven small, luxurious ships carry a maximum of 1,238 guests and feature the finest cuisine at sea and destination-rich itineraries that span the globe. Expertly curated travel experiences aboard the designer-inspired, small ships call on more than 450 marquee and boutique ports across Europe, Alaska, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, New England-Canada, Bermuda, the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, Tahiti and the South Pacific in addition to the epic 180-day Around the World Voyages. The brand has a second 1,200-guest Allura Class ship on order for delivery in 2025. With headquarters in Miami, Oceania Cruises is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., a diversified cruise operator of leading global cruise brands which include Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands. With a combined fleet of 28 ships with nearly 60,000 berths, these brands offer itineraries to more than 490 destinations worldwide. The Company has nine additional ships scheduled for delivery through 2027, comprising of approximately 24,000 berths.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for MULN, SNAP, RUN, GSAT, and CSX.
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Woman accused of possession of meth, trafficking contraband after early morning traffic stop
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - An Ozawkie woman has been accused of possession of meth and trafficking contraband after an early morning traffic stop on Thursday.
The Shawnee Co. Sheriff’s Office says Sonya R. Tavis, 42, of Ozawkie, is in custody after deputies allegedly found methamphetamine in her possession during a traffic stop early Thursday morning, April 28, near NW Tyler and NW St. John St.
Around midnight, deputies said they stopped a white Mercury Sable in the area for failure to stop when leaving a private drive. During the investigation, they said they found meth.
Deputies said Tavis was arrested and booked into the Shawnee Co. Dept. of Corrections for possession of methamphetamine, interference with a law enforcement officer, possession of drug paraphernalia, and trafficking contraband into a correctional facility.
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BERRYVILLE, Va., May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Financial Services, Inc. (OTCQX: EFSI), the holding company for Bank of Clarke County, whose divisions include Eagle Investment Group, announced its first quarter 2022 results. Select highlights for the first quarter include:
- Net income of $3.3 million
- Deposit growth of $54.1 million
- Basic and diluted earnings per share of $0.94
- Loan activity:
Brandon Lorey, President and CEO, stated, "I am happy to report another strong quarter for the Company with a number of "1sts" for EFSI and the Bank. The Organization's loan portfolio breached the $1 billion dollar mark in the first quarter and posted a record annualized net income figure of $13.2 million. Annualized earnings per share also reached a record high of $3.80. Despite $7.5 million of PPP loan runoff, as that portfolio continues to shrink, and over $36.0 million in loan sales, the Bank's loan portfolio grew by $35.7 million which was more than matched by quarter's core deposit growth of $54.0 million resulting in annualized 5-year compound annual growth rates (CAGR) of 14.9% and 16.05%, respectively. We continue to strengthen diversified revenue streams as our non-interest income provides over 20% of the Bank's total income, driven primarily by our expanded Trust and Advisory Services and loan sales and servicing. I would like to thank our shareholders for their continued support as well as our employees for their tireless efforts to ensure we meet and exceed the needs of our customers every single day."
Income Statement Review
Net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 was $3.3 million reflecting an increase of 42.4% from the quarter ended December 31, 2021 and an increase of 13.6% from the quarter ended March 31, 2021. The increase from the quarter ended December 31, 2021 was mainly driven by increased legal expenses during the quarter ended December 31, 2021. Net income was $2.3 million for the three-month period ended December 31, 2021 and $2.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2021.
Net interest income for the quarters ended March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 was $11.1 million. Net interest income was $9.5 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. The increase in net interest income from the quarter March 31, 2021 resulted primarily from growth in the Company's loan portfolio.
Total loan interest income was $10.6 million and $10.7 million for the quarters ended March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively. Total loan interest income was $9.4 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. Total loan interest income increased $1.2 million or 12.9% from the quarter ended March 31, 2021 to the quarter ended March 31, 2022. Average loans for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 were $1.01 billion compared to $854.5 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. The tax equivalent yield on average loans for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 was 4.25%, a decrease of 23 basis points from the 4.48% average yield for the same time period in 2021. The majority of this decrease in yield can be attributed to loans being originated at a rate lower than those that are paying off.
Interest and dividend income from the investment portfolio was $872 thousand for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 compared to $784 thousand for the quarter ended December 31, 2021. Interest income and dividend income from the investment portfolio was $596 thousand for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. The increase in interest and dividend income resulted from the increase in rates on securities purchased during the first quarter of 2022 as well as the increase in the balance of the investment portfolio. Average investments for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 were $198.0 million compared to $197.1 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2021. Average investments were $162.1 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. The tax equivalent yield on average investments for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 was 1.83%, up 19 basis points from 1.64% for the quarter ended December 31, 2021 and up 26 basis points from 1.57% for the quarter ended March 31, 2021.
Total interest expense was $370 thousand for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and $373 thousand and $487 thousand for three months ended December 31, 2021 and March 31, 2021, respectively. The decrease in interest expense resulted from the reduction in interest rates paid on deposit accounts. The average cost of interest-bearing liabilities decreased one and 11 basis points when comparing the quarter ended March 31, 2022 to the quarters ended December 31, 2021 and March 31, 2021, respectively. The average balance of interest-bearing liabilities increased $26.4 million from the quarter ended December 31, 2021 to the quarter ended March 31, 2022. The average balance of interest-bearing liabilities increased $108.6 million from the quarter ended March 31, 2021 to the same period in 2022.
The net interest margin was 3.61% for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. For the quarters ended December 31, 2021 and March 31, 2021, the net interest margin was 3.67% and 3.62%, respectively. The Company's net interest margin is not a measurement under accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, but it is a common measure used by the financial services industry to determine how profitably earning assets are funded. The Company's net interest margin is calculated by dividing tax equivalent net interest income by total average earning assets. Tax equivalent net interest income is calculated by grossing up interest income for the amounts that are non-taxable (i.e., municipal income) then subtracting interest expense. The tax rate utilized is 21%.
Noninterest income was $3.2 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2022, which represented a decrease of $119 thousand or 3.5% from the $3.4 million for the three months ended December 31, 2021. Noninterest income for the quarter ended March 31, 2021 was $2.4 million. The $816 thousand increase between the quarters ended March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021 was driven by several factors including the gain on sale of loans held for sale. In addition, income from fiduciary activities increased $314 or 51.7% due to an increase in assets under management.
Noninterest expense decreased $2.0 million, or 16.5%, to $9.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 from $11.9 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2021. Legal expenses were higher during the fourth quarter of 2021 primarily from the expansion of the Bank's wealth management business line and also its build out of the marine lending division. Approximately $2.0 million of these fourth-quarter expenses are expected to be one-time fees. Noninterest expense was $7.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2021, representing an increase of $2.0 million or 25.4% when comparing to the quarter ended March 31, 2022 to the quarter ended March 31, 2021. An increase in salaries and benefits expenses was also noted between the first quarter of 2022 when compared to the same period in 2021. Annual pay increases, newly hired employees, incentive plan accruals and increased insurance costs have attributed to these increases. The number of full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) has increased from 195 at March 31, 2021, to 224 at March 31, 2022.
Asset Quality and Provision for Loan Losses
Nonperforming assets consist of nonaccrual loans, loans 90 days or more past due and still accruing, other real estate owned (foreclosed properties), and repossessed assets. Nonperforming assets decreased from $2.8 million or 0.21% of total assets at December 31, 2021 to $2.6 million or 0.19% of total assets at March 31, 2022. Nonperforming assets were $4.8 million at March 31, 2021. Total nonaccrual loans were $2.6 million at March 31, 2022 and $2.7 million at December 31, 2021. Nonaccrual loans were $4.3 million at March 31, 2021. The majority of all nonaccrual loans are secured by real estate and management evaluates the financial condition of these borrowers and the value of any collateral on these loans. The results of these evaluations are used to estimate the amount of losses which may be realized on the disposition of these nonaccrual loans. Other real estate owned was at zero at March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021.
The Company may, under certain circumstances, restructure loans in troubled debt restructurings as a concession to a borrower when the borrower is experiencing financial distress. Formal, standardized loan restructuring programs are not utilized by the Company. Each loan considered for restructuring is evaluated based on customer circumstances and may include modifications to one or more loan provision. Such restructured loans are included in impaired loans but may not necessarily be nonperforming loans. At March 31, 2022, the Company had 17 troubled debt restructurings totaling $2.6 million. Approximately $2.5 million or 15 loans are performing loans, while the remaining loans are on non-accrual status. At December 31, 2021, the Company had 17 troubled debt restructurings totaling $2.7 million. Approximately $2.5 million or 15 loans were performing loans, while the remaining loans were on non-accrual status.
The Company realized $12 thousand in net charge-offs for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 versus $39 thousand in net recoveries for the three months ended December 31, 2021. During the three months ended March 31, 2021, $61 thousand in net recoveries were recognized. The amount of provision for loan losses reflects the results of the Bank's analysis used to determine the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses. The Company recorded a provision for loan losses of $540 thousand for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. The Company recognized provision for loan losses of $300 thousand and $599 thousand for the quarters ended December 31, 2021 and March 31, 2021, respectively. The provision for the quarters ended March 31, 2022, December 31, 2021 and March 31, 2021 resulted mostly from loan growth during the quarter. The ratio of allowance for loan losses to total loans was 0.91% at March 31, 2022 and 0.89% at December 31, 2021. The ratio of allowance for loan losses to total loans was 0.88% at March 31, 2021. Excluding outstanding PPP loans, the allowance for loan losses as a percentage of total loans was 0.92% at March 31, 2022, 0.91% at December 31, 2021 and 0.98% as March 31, 2021. The ratio of allowance for loan losses to total nonaccrual loans was 357.47% at March 31, 2022. The ratio of allowance for loan losses to total nonaccrual loans was 322.70% and 179.82% at December 31, 2021 and March 31, 2021, respectively. Management's judgment in determining the level of the allowance is based on evaluations of the collectability of loans while taking into consideration such factors as trends in delinquencies and charge-offs, changes in the nature and volume of the loan portfolio, current economic conditions that may affect a borrower's ability to repay and the value of collateral, overall portfolio quality and review of specific potential losses. The Company is committed to maintaining an allowance at a level that adequately reflects the risk inherent in the loan portfolio.
Total Consolidated Assets
Total consolidated assets of the Company at March 31, 2022 were $1.37 billion, which represented an increase of $71.3 million or 5.5% from total assets of $1.30 billion at December 31, 2021. At March 31, 2021 total consolidated assets were $1.18 billion. Total net loans increased $35.2 million from $976.9 million at December 31, 2021 to $1.01 billion at March 31, 2022. During the quarter, $7.5 million in SBA PPP loans were forgiven or paid down and $36.5 million in loans were sold. The Company sold $4.2 million in mortgage loans on the secondary market and $32.3 million of loans from the commercial and consumer loan portfolios. These loan sales resulted in gains of $285 thousand. Total securities increased $1.2 million from $193.4 million at December 31, 2021, to $194.6 million at March 31, 2022. At March 31, 2021 total investment securities were $175.0 million and net loans were $867.2 million. The growth in total loans and total assets was largely due to organic loan portfolio growth as the Company expands lending types and markets.
Deposits and Other Borrowings
Total deposits increased $54.1 million to $1.23 billion at March 31, 2022 from $1.18 billion at December 31, 2021. At March 31, 2021 total deposits were $1.07 billion. The growth in deposits was mainly organic growth as the Company continues to expand and grow into newer market areas.
The Company had no outstanding borrowings from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta at March 31, 2022, December 31, 2021 or March 31, 2021.
On March 31, 2022, the Company entered into Subordinated Note Purchase Agreements with certain qualified institutional buyers and accredited institutional investors, pursuant to which the Company issued 4.50% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2032, in the aggregate principal amount of $30.0 million. The Company intends to use the net issuance proceeds for general corporate purposes, including a capital contribution to its wholly owned subsidiary, Bank of Clarke County, to support its continued organic growth.
Equity
Shareholders' equity was $102.1 million and $110.3 million at March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively. Shareholders' equity was $105.1 million at March 31, 2021. The decrease in shareholder's equity at March 31, 2022 was driven by the other comprehensive loss from the unrealized loss on available for sale securities. The book value of the Company at March 31, 2022 was $29.37 per common share. Total common shares outstanding were 3,477,020 at March 31, 2022. On April 20, 2022, the board of directors declared a $0.28 per common share cash dividend for shareholders of record as of May 4, 2022 and payable on May 18, 2022.
COVID-19 Impacts
The COVID-19 crisis has changed our communities, both in the way we live and the way we do business. While circumstances continue to change, the Company is continuing to work steadfastly to meet and exceed the needs of its customers, employees, and the communities in which it does business. Customers' banking needs have continued to be fulfilled through multiple banking channels including mobile, digital, and adjusted-schedule physical. In efforts to assist local businesses during this pandemic, the Company originated 1,372 PPP loans (through two rounds of lending), totaling $132.1 million, into the hands of our community's small businesses. During the quarter ended March 31, 2022, $7.5 million of PPP loans were forgiven or paid down. As of March 31, 2022, $8.4 million in PPP loans are still outstanding. In addition to local small businesses, the Company worked with its consumer and commercial customers through its loan deferral program whereby customers experiencing hardships due to COVID-19 were granted a deferral in loan payments for up to 90 days. During 2020 and through the quarter ended March 31, 2021, the Company approved 256 deferrals with loan balances totalling approximately $127.5 million for its customers experiencing hardships related to COVID-19. As of March 31, 2022, all loans had begun making payments on their loans after the deferral date had passed.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain information contained in this discussion may include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements relate to the Company's future operations and are generally identified by phrases such as "the Company expects," "the Company believes" or words of similar import. Although the Company believes that its expectations with respect to the forward-looking statements are based upon reliable assumptions within the bounds of its knowledge of its business and operations, there can be no assurance that actual results, performance or achievements of the Company will not differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
Factors that could have a material adverse effect on the operations and future prospects of the Company include, but are not limited to: changes in interest rates and general economic conditions; the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including on the Company's credit quality and business operations, as well as its impact on general economic and financial market conditions; the legislative and regulatory climate; monetary and fiscal policies of the U.S. Government, including policies of the U.S. Treasury and Federal Reserve; the quality or composition of the Company's loan or investment portfolios; demand for loan products; deposit flows; competition; demand for financial services in the Company's market area; acquisitions and dispositions; the Company's ability to keep pace with new technologies; a failure in or breach of the Company's operational or security systems or infrastructure, or those of third-party vendors or other service providers, including as a result of cyberattacks; the Company's capital and liquidity requirements; changes in tax and accounting rules, principles, policies and guidelines; and other factors included in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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