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CHICAGO and Bermuda, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elementum, a leading alternative investment manager specializing in collateralized natural catastrophe event reinsurance investments, today announced significant additions and promotions across its senior leadership teams.
Elementum named several new Partners, all of whom currently serve in leadership roles across various functional areas within the firm. Newly announced Partners:
- Jeff Davis – Partner and Portfolio Manager, Investments
- Andrew Lauer – Partner, Global Head of Operations
- Adam Maloney – Partner, Head of Business Development and Investor Relations
- David Panichelli – Partner, Fund Controller
- Lynette Walter – Partner, Chief Legal Officer and CCO
All newly named Partners have been integral to the firm's success and evolution, and will continue to serve in their existing capacities while also contributing to the advancement of Elementum's vision and overall stewardship of the firm's business.
"We are thrilled to name these new Partners," noted John DeCaro, Founding Partner and Senior Portfolio Manager at Elementum. "These promotions are indicative of Elementum's commitment to internal advancement, as well as a hallmark of our continued dedication to strengthening our firm and endeavoring to be the global ILS partner of choice."
Additionally, Lynette Walter has been named to Elementum's Executive Committee as its fifth member. In addition to her Executive Committee role, Lynette will continue on as CCO and head of the firm's Legal and Compliance team, overseeing the legal needs of the firm and its managed portfolios as well as administering the firm's compliance program.
"These appointments underscore our commitments to building a sustainable organization and cultivating the next generation of leaders." said Tony Rettino, Founding Partner and Senior Portfolio Manager. "Lynette's counsel has been invaluable to the firm for many years and her elevation to the Executive Committee will further strengthen the firm's governance and ability to respond to changing market conditions."
About Elementum Advisors LLC
Elementum Advisors, LLC is an independently-operated, alternative investment manager specializing in collateralized natural event reinsurance investments. Headquartered in Chicago with an additional office in Bermuda through affiliated subadvisor, Elementum (Bermuda) Ltd., the firm manages a wide spectrum of risk-linked investments to satisfy a large range of risk/return profiles and liquidity objectives. The Elementum team possesses a lengthy track record of portfolio management for risk-linked investments, from more liquid catastrophe bonds to higher alpha collateralized reinsurance investments.
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2023-02-28T12:09:21+00:00
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kswo.com
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https://www.kswo.com/prnewswire/2023/02/28/elementum-announces-new-personnel-appointments/
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An Alaska Airlines flight bound for San Diego returned to Sea-Tac International Airport shortly after it left Monday morning after reports of an “unusual vibration,” the airline said.
Part of the cowling, the metal paneling covering the engine, detached from the plane upon landing, according to a statement from Alaska Airlines. The crew aboard the Boeing 737-900ER reported an unusual vibration on the left side of the plane during departure, the statement said.
The plane is no longer in service as the airline’s safety team investigates the cause.
The two pilots on the flight have over 32 years of combined flying experience, the airline said.
There were 176 passengers and six crew members on the flight, according to the statement. No injuries were reported.
Guests were rebooked on another flight bound for San Diego, the company said.
The pilots and flight attendants handled the incident with “tremendous professionalism and care,” the airline said in the statement. “We also greatly appreciated the patience of our guests during this event.”
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2022-08-23T04:44:07+00:00
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seattletimes.com
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https://www.seattletimes.com/business/boeing-aerospace/alaska-airlines-flight-returns-to-sea-tac-metal-paneling-detaches-on-landing/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all
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Elon Musk said Saturday his planned $44 billion takeover of Twitter should move forward if the company can confirm some details about how it measures whether user accounts are ‘spam bots’ or real people.
The billionaire and Tesla CEO has been trying to back out of his April agreement to buy the social media company, leading Twitter to sue him last month to complete the acquisition. Musk countersued, accusing Twitter of misleading his team about the true size of its user base and other problems he said amounted to fraud and breach of contract.
Both sides are headed toward an October trial in a Delaware court.
“If Twitter simply provides their method of sampling 100 accounts and how they’re confirmed to be real, the deal should proceed on original terms,” Musk tweeted early Saturday. “However, if it turns out that their SEC filings are materially false, then it should not.”
Twitter declined comment Saturday. The company has repeatedly disclosed to the Securities and Exchange Commission an estimate that fewer than 5% of user accounts are fake or spam, with a disclaimer that it could be higher. Musk waived his right to further due diligence when he signed the April merger agreement.
Twitter has argued in court that Musk is deliberately trying to tank the deal because market conditions have deteriorated and the acquisition no longer serves his interests. In a court filing Thursday, it describes his counterclaims as an imagined story “contradicted by the evidence and common sense.”
“Musk invents representations Twitter never made and then tries to wield, selectively, the extensive confidential data Twitter provided him to conjure a breach of those purported representations,” company attorneys wrote.
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2022-08-06T18:20:35+00:00
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localsyr.com
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https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/musk-says-twitter-deal-could-move-ahead-with-bot-info/
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Twins’ Royce Lewis out up to 6 weeks, Sonny Gray named AL All-Star
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - If it wasn’t for bad luck with injuries, Minnesota Twins infielder Royce Lewis would have no luck at all.
Sidelined two straight seasons with knee injuries, Lewis was leading the Twins with a .326 batting average and had four homers, two doubles and 15 RBI. The future star infielder is back on the injured list again, after suffering a left oblique strain last Saturday against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards.
"It felt like someone stabbed a knife in my back, and it just kept getting worse and worse as I ran each step," Lewis told reporters after the injury in Baltimore.
Lewis suffered the injury running to first base on a groundout. He left the game, and manager Rocco Baldelli said earlier this week he’ll miss up to six weeks. Lewis is just 24 years old and was the No. 1 overall pick in 2017. He’ll now miss the rest of July and part of August as the Twins are 44-43 and have a one-game lead over Cleveland in the American League Central Division.
"You don't want to be hurt and just on the sidelines. At the same time, I can only control what I can control. I can't control whether I had an oblique [injury] or not. Now it's just where do I go from here? Just like the ACL. Knock on wood, this isn't a year. That definitely makes it a lot easier to deal with. Every other time I was on the IL, it was for a full year, and I had no control over how I could come back or not," Lewis said.
With Lewis out, Jose Miranda will step in at third base.
SONNY GRAY IS AN ALL-STAR
The Twins have been atop the AL Central almost the entire season, and they’ll have at least one representative at Major League Baseball’s mid-summer classic.
Starting pitcher Sonny Gray was named to the American League All-Star roster. Gray is 4-2 in 17 starts and in 93.2 innings pitched, he has a 2.50 earned run average with 96 strikeouts. Opponents are hitting just .232 off him.
Gray has given up just three home runs this season, and will be an All-Star for the third time.
The Twins finish a three-game series against the Kansas City Royals Wednesday night before an off-day Thursday, then host the Orioles for three games before the All-Star break next week.
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2023-07-05T19:34:23+00:00
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fox9.com
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https://www.fox9.com/sports/twins-royce-lewis-out-up-to-6-weeks-sonny-gray-named-al-all-star
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Fast-Growing Children's Franchise Continues to Raise the Bar in STEM/STEAM Education
DALLAS, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Snapology, the No. 1 children's STEM/STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) franchise and part of the world's first Youth Enrichment franchise platform company Unleashed Brands, is celebrating National STEM Day (Nov. 8) after making tremendous strides in STEAM educational enrichment opportunities, franchise offerings, and helping millions of kids across the country develop foundational STEAM skills. The company is consistently seeing significant growth through franchise signings that will continue into 2023 as demand increases for STEAM-based learning programs nationwide.
Since its acquisition and joining Unleashed Brands in July of 2021, the brand has been able to elevate its franchise offerings by launching a reimagined Discovery Center, developing a new business model with "Snapology-in-Urban Air," as well as continuing to offer mobile Snapology programs that allow franchisees to reach more families in the community. For franchisees, these redesigned business models offer a variety of revenue opportunities and the freedom to operate year-round. Year to date, the brand has opened 11 classrooms inside Urban Air Adventure Parks, seven community-based locations and two Discovery Center with one of the revamped Discovery Centers being the first-of-its-kind joint location with sister brand The Little Gym International.
Snapology has also invested in perfecting the customer experience by offering new membership programs and gamifying education through their "Passport" program, which aims to encourage children to take classes to earn stamps and degrees to win swag and other prizes. This program entices children to continue their Snapology classes by creating incentives for children to learn fundamental STEAM skills, develop critical social skills and create recurring revenue for franchisees.
Since the Unleashed Brands acquisition, Snapology has doubled franchise signings over the past year. In 2023, there are plans to open 15 new Discovery Center locations throughout the country, including debuts in New Braunfels and Cedar Park, TX, Lexington, SC, North Tampa, FL, Rogers, AR, Harrisonburg, VA, Troy, MI, San Diego, CA, and Lehi, UT.
"We're incredibly grateful for our company's growth and success which reflects on the progress being made to revolutionize the way kids learn about STEAM," said Laura Coe, Brand President & CEO for Snapology. "This year, National STEM Day is extra special to our team as we reflect on our success but more importantly, the impact Snapology has made to inspire the next generation of STEAM leaders."
The key to success has been the brand's understanding and commitment to play an active role in inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers and mathematicians through excitement in STEAM concepts at an early age. Snapology encourages social skills and teamwork by teaching science, technology, engineering, art, math, and literacy concepts in a fun way. The brand uses a research-based curriculum, designed to be inclusive to all learning abilities with a hands-on teaching approach that uses LEGO® Bricks and other building toys, along with coding, video game design and robotics that encourage the perfect mix of play, academic enrichment, and social development.
For more information on franchise opportunities please visit, www.snapologyfranchising.com.
Founded in 2010, Snapology is the #1 children's enrichment franchise in the country, giving children the opportunity to learn through play with more than 80 enriching, interactive STEAM and STEM programs. With over 180 locations in the U.S. and Internationally, Snapology is quickly growing and impacting children throughout the world with its balance of educational enrichment, social development, and fun. For more information about Snapology including franchise opportunities, visit www.Snapology.com.
Unleashed Brands, currently includes portfolio brands Urban Air, Snapology, The Little Gym, XP League, Class 101 and Premier Martial Arts and was founded to curate and grow a portfolio of the most innovative and profitable brands that help kids learn, play, and grow. Over the last 10 years, the team at Unleashed Brands has built a proven platform and know-how for scaling businesses focused on serving families. Its mission is to impact the lives of every kid by providing fun, engaging, and inspiring experiences that help them become who they are destined to be. For more information, please visit www.UnleashedBrands.com.
Media Contact: Taylor Saltijeral, Fishman Public Relations, tsaltijeral@fishmanpr.com or 847-945-1300
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2022-11-07T17:59:12+00:00
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waff.com
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https://www.waff.com/prnewswire/2022/11/07/snapology-celebrates-national-stem-day-leader-education-space/
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LSU wins College World Series decisively 1 day after 20-run loss
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — LSU went from its low point of the season to the ultimate high in a span of 24 hours.
A day after it gave up the most runs ever in a College World Series game, LSU cranked up its offense and won its first national title since 2009 with an 18-4 victory over Florida on Monday night in the third and deciding game of the finals.
LSU (54-17) staved off elimination three times in bracket play and bounced back from the humiliating 24-4 loss in Game 2 to claim its seventh championship, second to Southern California’s 12.
“We got punched in the mouth yesterday,” Tigers star Dylan Crews said. “That’s the beauty of baseball. You wake up in the morning and do it all over again. We woke up today and you could see on everybody’s faces that we were ready to go. Nobody in the country was going to beat us today.”
The Tigers wiped out an early 2-0 deficit with a six-run second inning against Jac Caglianone (7-4). The runs kept coming until they finished with the most in a title game since USC’s 21-14 win over Arizona State in 1998. The 14-run margin was the largest ever in a final. Their 24 hits were most in a CWS game.
“It wasn’t our day, all the way around,” Gators catcher BT Riopelle said.
Thatcher Hurd (8-3) gave up Wyatt Langford’s two-run homer in the first and then allowed no hits or runs while retiring 18 of the next 21 batters. Riley Cooper took over to start the seventh and gave up Ty Evans’ CWS-record fifth homer, and Gavin Guidry finished the combined five-hitter.
Cade Beloso said coach Jay Johnson’s message to the team in the morning meeting was simple.
“It was, ‘One game for the national championship. Are you in?’ Everybody was, ‘Yeah, let’s go.’ You can’t let baseball get to you,” Beloso said. “The game is brutal sometimes. You have to show up and play the next day.”
There was speculation after Sunday’s blowout loss about the Tigers bringing back ace Paul Skenes for a third start in Omaha. He threw a combined 243 pitches over 15 2/3 innings in two spectacular appearances, and he would have been working on three days’ rest.
It turned out Skenes was able to watch from the dugout in the comfort of his sneakers while LSU poured on the runs and Hatcher kept dealing. Skenes headed to the bullpen to do some stretching and throwing in the seventh inning. He went back to the dugout after the eighth and stayed there until he and teammates rushed the mound when Guidry struck out Colby Halter to end it.
Skenes was named the Most Outstanding Player of the CWS.
The overwhelmingly partisan LSU crowd included Kim Mulkey, coach of the national champion women’s basketball team and the mother of Kramer Robertson, who played shortstop on the 2017 team that lost to Florida in the CWS finals.
The Tigers had been pointing toward a title run since their first team meeting last August. Johnson brought back the Southeastern Conference player of the year in Crews and the rest of the core of the 2022 lineup.
Three key transfers took LSU to a higher level. Skenes was the first college pitcher in 12 years with 200 strikeouts and could be the No. 1 pick in the amateur draft. Tommy White hit 24 homers and drove in a nation-leading 105 runs. Hurd was solid as a starter and reliever and matched his longest outing of the year in the title game.
“Right people, right place, right time,” Johnson said. “This is the way it was supposed to go.”
LSU joined Mississippi, Mississippi State and Vanderbilt in a line of four straight national champions from the SEC.
“Oh my gosh, this is what I dreamed of since I was a freshman, holding this trophy,” Crews said. “We’re champions, baby, bringing it back to LSU. It’s been a long journey for us. We dealt with a lot of stuff. Just to finally say we’re national champions ... I cannot wait to put another flag over the field. It’s going to be awesome.”
Florida (54-17) won the SEC regular-season title, was the No. 2 national seed and set school records for wins and home runs — the Gators hit 17 of the 35 homers by all teams in the CWS. But the Gators were unable to carry over the momentum from their record-setting production Sunday.
“I thought our team was in a really good place,” Florida coach Kevin O’Sullivan said. “I thought BP was good. They were loose. Put two on the board the bottom half of the first. I thought the dugout was electric. And then all of a sudden we had four walks and I think two hit-by pitches ... and then we had to go to the ‘pen earlier than we wanted to.”
Caglianone, Florida’s two-way star, struggled with his command for a second straight start and was done on the mound after 1 1/3 innings. He remained in the game as the designated hitter.
LSU got on the board when Jordan Thompson, who had been 1 for his last 30, singled in a run. It was tied after Caglianone hit Cade Beloso — his fifth hit batter in his 5 2/3 CWS innings — and a walk to Crews put LSU in front. Cade Fisher relieved and gave up a couple RBI singles and a sacrifice fly.
Josh Pearson’s fourth homer of the season highlighted the Tigers’ four-run fourth inning.
The only down note for LSU was an injury to catcher Alex Milazzo, who landed awkwardly on his left leg when he had to hurdle Riopelle as he crossed home plate in the fourth inning.
That didn’t stop Milazzo from celebrating. A teammate gave him a piggyback ride to the mound for the ceremonial dogpile.
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Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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2023-06-27T13:43:19+00:00
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kwtx.com
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https://www.kwtx.com/2023/06/27/lsu-wins-college-world-series-decisively-1-day-after-20-run-loss/
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- Acute brain failure costs the US healthcare system $164 billion annually1 – rivaling the cost of care for heart disease and diabetes2
- DeltaScan is the world's first bedside EEG device, providing clinicians with quick and objective brain state measurements, key for timely treatment and improved outcomes
UTRECHT, The Netherlands, March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prolira BV, a high-tech company committed to enabling early and effective treatment of patients at risk of developing acute brain failure, announced today it has received 510(k) clearance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the DeltaScan® Brain State Monitor to aid in the diagnosis of acute encephalopathy in hospitalized patients over 60 years of age. The DeltaScan Brain State Monitor provides a quick and objective measurement of acute brain failure even before symptoms appear, enabling clinicians to provide immediate treatment and help patients regain cognitive well-being.
"Managing acute encephalopathy is challenging as symptoms are often overlooked and the diagnostic approaches are largely subjective and ineffective, resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. This delay often leads to cognitive impairment, worse health outcomes, and increased costs," said Dr. Frans Leijten, Head of EEG Department, UMC Utrecht, the Netherlands. "DeltaScan enables clinicians to objectively identify acute encephalopathy, which encompasses delirium, alerting us to act quickly to determine the underlying cause and appropriate interventions. It's clear from the evidence that minimizing the duration of acute brain failure can improve outcomes."
Each year, approximately 50% of surgical and ICU patients in the US and Europe are at risk of developing acute brain failure and delirium3, yet up to 88% of delirium cases are missed1, 3 as the most widely used detection tools are checklist-based and subjective. Acute brain failure is caused by underlying conditions, such as post-operative infections, organ failures, and metabolic disorders. Detecting and treating acute brain failure earlier is important, as it helps prevent permanent cognitive dysfunction while decreasing hospital stays.2 In the US, $164 billion is spent annually on acute brain failure1, rivaling costs associated with heart disease and diabetes.2
The DeltaScan Brain State Monitor is the first bedside platform designed to help clinicians objectively determine if a patient has acute brain failure even before symptoms occur by measuring polymorphic delta waves in the electroencephalogram (EEG). Nurses or technicians can easily perform a bedside measurement and obtain a clear negative or positive output in less than 5 minutes without requiring specialized personnel or complicated equipment. A large-scale clinical study of more than 400 ICU and post–operative patients (mostly 60+ of age) demonstrated a diagnostic performance of more than 85% for acute encephalopathy.4
"FDA clearance is a major milestone in our mission to make brain state assessments and follow-up interventions an integral part of standard practice. The uptake of DeltaScan in Europe has been strong and has allowed the company to incorporate clinician feedback into the product design, generate robust clinical evidence, and refine our commercial approach," said Dominic Spadafore, Chief Executive Officer, Prolira. "We're excited to bring our unique solution to the US and have developed a robust pipeline of US centers interested in our proven solution."
About Prolira:
Prolira is a high-tech start-up that addresses a costly and growing healthcare problem: acute brain failure (acute encephalopathy and delirium), a serious response of the brain to common underlying medical conditions like post-operative infections, organ failures, and metabolic disorders. Every year, 20 million patients are at risk of acute brain failure in EU and US hospitals, which leads to long-term cognitive impairment, longer hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. Prolira's DeltaScan® Brain State Monitor is the world's first EEG bedside device with a validated proprietary algorithm to support clinicians in their quest to optimize patient recovery. For more information, visit https://us.prolira.com/.
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- Inouye et al, Lancet. 2014; 383: 911–922
- Leslie et al, J Am Geriatr Soc, 2011 : 59(S2): S241-43
- Marcantonio, et al. N Engl J Med 2017; 377: 1456-66
- FDA Notification 2023
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2023-03-15T15:03:49+00:00
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wlbt.com
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https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2023/03/15/prolira-announces-fda-clearance-deltascan-brain-state-monitor-detecting-acute-encephalopathy-acute-brain-failure-condition-affecting-millions-hospitalized-patients-60-older/
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The Chinese balloon that traveled across the United States last week before it was shot down over the Atlantic Ocean had both antennas to collect communications and solar panels to power its sensors, according to multiple reports on Thursday.
News outlets reported that a State Department official said the balloon could collect communications signals and was part of a widespread operation from the Chinese military to conduct spying on more than 40 countries across five continents.
“We know these balloons are all part of a [People’s Republic of China] fleet of balloons developed to conduct surveillance operations,” the official told The Washington Post.
The official said that high-resolution images that U.S. U-2 spy planes gathered while the balloon was still in the air showed it had intelligence capabilities much beyond what a weather balloon could conduct.
China has admitted that it owns the balloon but claims it was designed to conduct meteorological research, an assertion the U.S. has rejected.
The official said the multiple antennas that the balloon had were “likely capable of collecting and geolocating communications.”
The Hill has reached out to the State Department for comment.
CNN, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal also reported the development.
Outlets reported that an official said the solar panels were large enough to produce the power necessary to operate multiple intelligence collection sensors.
They said the U.S. is contacting the countries that have been the targets of the surveillance operations to inform them of China’s activities.
A top spokesperson for the Pentagon previously confirmed to reporters on Wednesday that the balloon was part of a larger surveillance operation that Beijing runs and that the U.S. knew of at least four Chinese balloons that had flown over some part of U.S. territory in the past.
CNN and the Times reported that the State Department said the U.S. is “confident” that the company that made the balloon has direct ties to the People’s Liberation Army, China’s military.
China has criticized the U.S. for its response to the balloon, saying that it is “irresponsible” and a demonstration of “information warfare” against Beijing.
The U.S. reportedly took action to limit the capabilities of the balloon while it was in the air before shooting it down off the coast of South Carolina on Saturday, stopping it from collecting U.S. communications.
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2023-02-09T17:03:15+00:00
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mytwintiers.com
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https://www.mytwintiers.com/hill-politics/chinese-balloon-had-antennas-solar-panels-reports/
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Indiana attorneys allege poor treatment against man accused of killing two girls
DELPHI, Ind. (AP) — Attorneys for an Indiana man accused of killing two teenage girls six years ago argued before a judge Thursday that the man has been mistreated at the prison he is housed in, requesting relocation to a different facility.
A prosecutor in the case also said the man confessed multiple times to the murders while incarcerated, something his defense attorneys attributed to his declining mental state.
Richard Matthew Allen was arrested October 2022 on two counts of murder in the killings of Abigail Williams, 13, and Liberty German, 14, whose bodies were found Feb. 15, 2017, outside their hometown of Delphi, Indiana, about 60 miles (97 kilometers) northwest of Indianapolis, in Carroll County. A relative had dropped the girls off at a hiking trail near the Monon High Bridge, and their bodies were found the next day, Feb. 14, 2017, in a rugged, heavily wooded area near the trail.
Attorney Brad Rozzi said Thursday that since Allen’s incarceration in Westville Correctional Facility in Westville, Indiana, Allen has been treated more stringently than other inmates, including in surveillance and restraint measures. Allen’s lawyers filed the emergency motion in April, citing in court filings a “dramatic change in Mr. Allen’s condition, including his change in demeanor, change in appearance and change in his overall mental status.” They said his “incriminating” statements were the result of this stressful environment.
Law enforcement officers, as well as the warden of the correctional facility, however, testified Allen’s treatment was no different than other inmates. Allen has been in the Indiana Department of Correction facility since November 2022.
Such decisions about Allen’s living situation were made to protect his safety, officers said, as they believe he could be a target of other inmates because the case involves children. Moving him to a new local facility could endanger him, as well as put additional burdens on staff, said Carroll County Sheriff Tony Liggett.
Attorneys for Allen have suggested Cass County, north of Carroll County by about 22 miles (35 kilometers), which is a shorter drive for them, Rozzi said.
“To the extent that it’s convenient for me, it’s convenient for him,” Rozzi said Thursday.
Allen County Judge Fran Gull, who was assigned to the case after the original judge recused himself, did not immediately decide on the motion.
Max Baker, an intern on the case, testified Thursday that he had met Allen four times in meetings at the correctional facility. In those meetings, Allen was increasingly “anxious” and had difficulty maintaining a “rational exchange,” often repeating himself in their conversations. Though he met Allen once in December 2022 and three times last month, Baker said he had to reintroduce himself to Allen every time.
Carroll County prosecutor Nicholas McLeland doubted whether changing facilities would benefit Allen, questioning whether it would be “any different,” as officials testified such steps could still be taken to ensure Allen’s security.
“This is about convenience for Mr. Rozzi,” he added.
Gull and the attorneys also set tentative trial dates for early January 2024. A jury for that trial will be selected from Allen County and conducted in Carroll County.
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Arleigh Rodgers is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
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2023-06-15T21:23:34+00:00
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kaaltv.com
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https://www.kaaltv.com/news/business-news/indiana-attorneys-allege-poor-treatment-against-man-accused-of-killing-two-girls/
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SAN DIEGO (AP) — Freddie Freeman helped the Atlanta Braves win the World Series last year and on Wednesday night he helped the Los Angeles Dodgers set the franchise season record with their 107th victory.
Freeman singled in Mookie Betts with one out in the 10th inning and the Dodgers beat the San Diego Padres 1-0 in the second straight extra-inning game between the rivals.
“That’s a lot of wins, if you really think about it,” Freeman said. “A lot of good things have to happen from a lot of guys. Not just 26 guys, but 40 to 45 guys have to contribute to be able to do that.
“If you think about it, it’s the pitching,” Freeman said on a night when Julio Urías, one of the leading contenders for the NL Cy Young award, pitched six scoreless innings. “Our pitching has been absolutely phenomenal all season long. They give us a chance. We haven’t done really well with runners in scoring position in the last couple of days and they put up zeroes all day until we got one in.”
The win by the NL West champion Dodgers kept the Padres’ magic number at four for clinching a playoff spot in a full season for the first time since 2006.
It also put the Dodgers in position to win their ninth straight series against the Padres since June 2021. The series finale is Thursday night.
The Dodgers have already clinched the No. 1 overall seed in the NL playoffs.
“Once Oct. 11 hits, no one’s going to care how many wins you had in the regular season,” Freeman said. “That’s the big thing. We’re here, we’re in the regular season, we might as well get as many wins as we possibly can. You’ve got to play good baseball from start to finish to be able to accomplish something like this and we’ve been doing it.”
Betts started as the automatic runner on second base and advanced on a passed ball before scoring on Freeman’s hit to center over a drawn-in infield off Steven Wilson (4-2), his career-high 192nd.
“I was going for a hit when Mookie was on second, trying to get the slider up,” Freeman said. “Usually I go to left field, but with the slider coming in I was trying to hit it just right of second base. That was the plan. I didn’t know if it was going to work. Once the ball got away and he got to third, all I was trying to do was hit a fly ball to center field. I hit it in the air and I hit it to center field. It just didn’t go very far but it went far enough.”
Alex Vesia (5-0), who grew up in the San Diego area, pitched the ninth for the win. Tommy Kahnle pitched the 10th for his first save. He got Kim Ha-seong to ground out to end it with Jurickson Profar on third base.
The Padres are closing in on their first playoff berth in a full season since winning the NL West for the second straight year in 2006. They beat St. Louis in a wild-card series in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season before being swept in the division series by the eventual World Series champion Dodgers.
Urías, who reduced his ERA to an NL-best 2.17, threw six scoreless innings while Padres righty Joe Musgrove, a first-time All-Star this season, went five scoreless frames.
“I’m not focusing on any of that stuff,” Urias said of the Cy Young Award talk. “Every time I get on that mound I try to do the best I can and pitch. I don’t really worry about the things that people say, the accolades or anything like that. I just focus on doing my job and then also I think that’s something that motivates me to do a better job.”
Urias went six innings, allowing six hits, striking out five and walking two.
His next start will be in the penultimate game of the regular season. Manager Dave Roberts said before the game that Urias could start the first playoff game.
Musgrove labored through 106 pitches before handing off a scoreless tie to Tim Hill.
Musgrove loaded the bases in the first and fifth innings and escaped both jams by striking out Joey Gallo. He threw 34 pitches in an 18-minute first inning. After striking out Gallo to end the fifth on his last pitch of the night, Musgrove pumped his right fist and hollered.
The Padres wasted a prime scoring chance in the sixth, when they had runners on first and third with one out. Manny Machado walked with one out, stole second and was called out. But he signaled to the dugout to challenge the play even before he got up off the ground, and the call was overturned. He advanced on Brandon Drury’s single but Urias retired Will Myers and Jake Cronenworth on infield popups.
Musgrove allowed four hits, struck out eight and walked four.
Urias went six innings, allowing six hits, striking out five and walking two.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Dodgers: Placed RHP Phil Bickford (2-1, 4.72 ERA in 60 appearances) on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder fatigue and activated RHP Yency Almonte from the IL. … Roberts said Tony Gonsolin, on the IL with a right forearm strain, is scheduled to start Monday at Dodger Stadium against Colorado and pitch three innings.
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Neither team has named a starter for the series finale Wednesday night.
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2022-09-29T10:36:00+00:00
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wric.com
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https://www.wric.com/sports/sports-headlines/ap-freemans-rbi-single-in-10th-gives-dodgers-107th-win/
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (AP) — A federal jury in Virginia on Tuesday found mostly in favor of two police officers who were sued by a U.S. Army lieutenant after he was pepper sprayed, struck and handcuffed during a traffic stop.
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Video of the 2020 incident in the small town of Windsor got millions of views after Caron Nazario filed the federal lawsuit, highlighting fears of mistreatment among Black drivers and raising questions about reasonable police conduct.
The jury in federal court in Richmond found former Windsor police officer Joe Gutierrez liable for assault and awarded Nazario $2,685 in compensatory damages, according to attorneys on both sides of the case.
The jury also awarded Nazario $1,000 in punitive damages after Windsor police officer Daniel Crocker illegally searched Nazario's SUV, the attorneys said. A federal judge already ruled last year that Crocker was liable for the search.
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The jury found in favor of Crocker and against Nazario's claims of assault and battery and false imprisonment, the attorneys said. The jury found in favor of Gutierrez regarding the soldier's claims of battery, false imprisonment and illegal search.
“Having now heard all of the evidence and learning the full picture of this case, we believe the jury reached the correct decision," one of Crocker's attorneys, Anne Lahren, said in a statement. "In the present climate, this took a lot of courage and we thank the jury for their service.”
Nazario filed his lawsuit in 2021. Video shows Crocker and Gutierrez pointing handguns at a uniformed Nazario behind the wheel of his Chevy Tahoe at a gas station. The officers repeatedly commanded Nazario to exit his SUV, with Gutierrez warning at one point that Nazario was “fixing to ride the lightning” when he didn’t get out.
Nazario held his hands in the air outside the driver’s side window and continually asked why he was being stopped.
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Nazario also said: “I’m honestly afraid to get out.”
“You should be,” Gutierrez responded.
Nazario stayed in the vehicle. Gutierrez went on to pepper spray him through the open window. Once Nazario exited the SUV, the officers commanded him to get on the ground, with Gutierrez using his knees to strike Nazario’s legs, the lawsuit states.
Nazario has developed anxiety, depression and PTSD, according to his lawsuit. A psychologist also found that Nazario, who is Black and Latino, suffers from race-based trauma associated with violent police encounters, which can exacerbate injuries “in ways that do not commonly affect the white populations.”
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Crocker is still on the force, but Gutierrez was fired in April 2021, the same month Nazario filed his lawsuit.
Both Crocker and Gutierrez denied ever threatening to kill Nazario. They contended that Nazario misconstrued Gutierrez’s statement that Nazario was “fixing to ride the lightning.” Gutierrez spoke those words while holstering his gun and drawing his Taser and was referencing his stun gun, not an execution, according to court filings.
Crocker and Gutierrez argued that they performed their duties within the law after Nazario failed to immediately pull over and refused to exit his vehicle. Plus, a federal judge already found they had probable cause to stop Nazario for an improperly displayed license plate, and to charge him with eluding police, as well as obstruction of justice and failure to obey.
In August, a special prosecutor determined that Gutierrez should not be criminally charged but should be investigated for potential civil rights violations.
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U.S. District Judge Roderick C. Young had narrowed the scope of Nazario’s lawsuit. Young ruled last year that federal immunity laws shielded Crocker and Gutierrez from Nazario’s claims that they violated his constitutional protections against excessive force and unreasonable seizure, as well as Nazario’s right to free speech by threatening him with arrest if he complained about their behavior.
Nazario was allowed to present claims under state law of false imprisonment and assault and battery to a jury, the judge ruled. The judge also found Crocker liable for illegally searching for a gun in Nazario’s SUV, leaving the question of damages on that point to a jury. Nazario had a concealed-carry permit for the weapon.
The jury was also asked to consider whether Gutierrez was liable for the illegal search. The former officer denied he knew Crocker was conducting the search.
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2023-01-18T00:00:39+00:00
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seattlepi.com
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https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Jury-mostly-backs-police-sued-by-soldier-over-a-17723961.php
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A lawsuit that Louisiana and other Republican-leaning states filed challenging figures the Biden administration uses to calculate damages from greenhouse gasses was dismissed Wednesday by a federal appeals court.
The unanimous decision by three judges on the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans was the latest defeat for states challenging the Biden “cost of carbon” policy. It leaves the administration to continue using a damage cost estimate of about $51 per ton of carbon dioxide emissions as it develops environmental regulations. That estimate is under review by the administration and could increase.
The Biden cost estimate had been used during former President Barack Obama’s administration. President Joe Biden restored it on his first day in office after the administration of former President Donald Trump had reduced the figure to about $7 or less per ton.
A federal judge in Louisiana had ordered a halt to the administration’s approach early last year after the states filed a lawsuit. The states said the policy threatened to drive up energy costs while decreasing state revenues from energy production.
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans blocked the judge’s order and the Supreme Court declined to intervene.
On Thursday the appeals court dismissed the case, saying the challenging states had no standing to sue because they had not shown that the regulations caused the economic harms their lawsuit cited.
“Plaintiffs contemplate harms that are several steps removed from — and are not guaranteed by — the challenged Executive Order,” wrote Judge Jacques Wiener, appointed to the court by former President George H.W. Bush, on behalf of a panel that also included Obama appointee Stephen Higginson and Trump appointee Cory Wilson.
The $51 per ton estimate was established in 2016 and used to justify major rules such as the Clean Power Plan — former President Barack Obama’s signature effort to address climate change by tightening emissions standards from coal-fired power plants — and separate rules imposing tougher vehicle emission standards. However, the Clean Power Plan never took effect after being blocked by federal courts.
Now, the administration is reviewing the $51 per ton estimate. The Environmental Protection Agency in September proposed a cost roughly four times higher than the Obama figure.
Researchers have said for years that the damage done by every ton of carbon dioxide that comes out of a smokestack or tailpipe far exceeds $51. A study last year in the journal Nature concluded the price should be $185 per ton — 3.6 times higher than the U.S. standard.
A 2017 report from the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine said current carbon pricing calculations were inadequate. Researchers began calculating damages from carbon emissions in the 1980s and before 2017, the last updates to the modelling were in the early to mid 1990s.
The other states whose officials sued are Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia and Wyoming.
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Brown reported from Billings, Montana. Associated Press reporter Matthew Daly, in Washington, contributed to this report.
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wnct.com
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https://www.wnct.com/news/national/challenge-to-biden-cost-of-carbon-policy-dismissed/
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- CBL-514 is the only non-invasive product that can improve 1-level of cellulite severity two weeks after a single treatment.
- The highest dose of CBL-514 treatment demonstrated the best efficacy, 87.5% of thighs achieved at least 1-level improvement in cellulite severity two weeks after CBL-514 treatment.
- The side effects of CBL-514 are relatively mild compared to the current cellulite treatment options and other injection treatments.
- Currently, there is no effective and safe cellulite treatment on the market. The global market for cellulite treatment is estimated to expand to $5.2 billion in 2028.
TAIPEI, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Caliway Biopharmaceuticals (Caliway), a Taiwan-based biopharmaceutical company focusing on breakthrough medical aesthetics and inflammatory medicine discovery of small-molecule therapeutics, today announced that the CBL-0201EFP Phase 2-Stage 1 results demonstrated the significant cellulite severity improvement with a single CBL-514 treatment. Cellulite is a skin condition currently without effective and safe treatment.
CBL-514, Caliway's lead candidate drug, is a non-surgical lipolytic injection that can reduce local fat precisely by inducing adipocyte apoptosis and lipolysis. The CBL-0201EFP Phase 2-Stage 1 data demonstrated that CBL-514 is the first and only non-invasive product that can significantly improve 1 level of cellulite severity two weeks after a single treatment.
"Current treatment modalities for cellulite of the lateral thighs are few and limited for various reasons. Although some improvement can be obtained from currently approved devices and injectables, the results are somewhat unpredictable, limited, moderately invasive, and not without some significant adverse events," said John H. Joseph, MD, director of Clinical Testing of Beverly Hills and the principal investigator of CBL-0201EFP study, "The results of the Phase 2 Stage 1 clinical trials on the use of a novel compound, CLB-514, to treat cellulite of the lateral thigh are encouraging."
Phase 2 Study of CBL-514 in Treating Cellulite
CBL-0201EFP is a U.S. FDA-approved, two-stage Phase 2 study evaluating the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of CBL-514 injection in treating subjects with moderate to severe Edematous Fibrosclerotic Panniculopathy (EFP), cellulite.
The first stage of CBL-0201EFP is an open-label, single ascending dose (SAD) study aimed to evaluate CBL-514's efficacy and determine the optimized dose for cellulite treatment. The study enrolled twelve subjects in three sequential escalating CBL-514 dose groups, including 40 mg, 60 mg, and 80 mg. Each subject was sequentially assigned to receive one course of allocated CBL-514 dose administrated subcutaneously on both sides of the posterolateral thighs. The efficacy and safety of CBL-514 were evaluated at Week 1, Week 2, and Week 4 post-administration.
The primary efficacy endpoint was evaluated by the total score change in modified Hexsel Cellulite Severity Scale (HCSS) compared to the baseline. The secondary efficacy endpoint was evaluated by the percentage of thighs with at least 1-level improvement in modified HCSS.
Preliminary Efficacy Data Summary of CBL-0201EFP Phase 2-Stage 1
The efficacy data are composed of all dosing groups in the stage 1 study. Each group includes four subjects with both thighs administrated with CBL-514 injection.
The percentages of the thighs with at least 1-level improvement in modified HCSS compared to the baseline in each dose group are listed below.
In all groups, over 50% of the thighs achieved at least 1-level cellulite severity improvement in modified HCSS at V5 (Week 4). In particular, in group 3, treated with a unit dose of 2 mg/cm2 CBL-514, 87.5% of the thighs achieved at least 1-level cellulite severity improvement in modified HCSS at V4 (Week 2) and V5 (Week 4) after treatment compared to baseline.
In addition, the adverse event (AE) of the CBL-514 injection was relatively mild and well tolerated compared to the other injection treatments. It did not cause any depression or fibrosis in the treatment area.
The CBL-514 with a 2 mg/cm2 unit dose administrated in group 3 demonstrated the best efficacy compared to the baseline. It will be used as the dose for CBL-0201EFP Phase 2-Stage 2 and the following cellulite clinical studies.
"This first-of-its-kind drug (CBL-514) had a majority of subjects demonstrating a 1-level improvement on a validated scale for lateral thigh cellulite judged by the principal investigator in as little as 2 weeks after treatment," said Dr. John Joseph, "The adverse event profile from a single injection was minor and well tolerated by the subjects. These early results are exciting and CLB-514 may show further benefit for treating cellulite of the lateral thigh with additional treatments over time."
Clinical Update on CBL-0201EFP Phase 2-Stage 2 Study
The subject recruitment of CBL-0201EFP Phase 2-Stage 2 Study is undergoing in five clinical sites in the US. It will enroll 20 subjects with moderate to severe cellulite. The study is expected to be completed in Q4 2023; the results are anticipated in Q1 2024.
About Cellulite (Edematous Fibrosclerotic Panniculopathy, EFP)
Cellulite is characterized by the nonpathological appearance of the dimpled skin surface (likened to orange peel, cottage cheese, or mattress appearance), which occurs on the thighs and buttocks. As many as 80 to 90% of women experience cellulite dimpling. The relief alterations of cellulite include depressions and raised areas. The depressions are caused by skin retraction by subcutaneous fibrous septa, while raised areas are projections of fat and subcutaneous structures to the skin surface.
The current treatment for cellulite includes non-invasive (medical devices and collagenase drug) and invasive options. However, their efficacy remains limited as the current treatment options can only treat cellulite temporarily. Additionally, most products would cause significant side effects after administration, including severe bruising, pain, and hyperpigmentation, making most patients reluctant to receive them. The clinical need for cellulite treatment remains unmet. The global cellulite treatment market size in 2022 was $3.3 billion. With a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%, the global market for cellulite treatment is estimated to expand to $5.2 billion in 2028.
About the CBL-0201EFP Phase 2 Study
The CBL-0201EFP study is a two-stage Phase 2 trial evaluating the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of CBL-514 in treating subjects with cellulite. CBL-514 will be administrated by subcutaneous injection at the treatment area of cellulite on both sides of the posterolateral thighs.
Hexsel cellulite severity scale (HCSS) is composed of five key morphological aspects, with a total cellulite severity score of 15. The severity of cellulite in the CBL-0201EFP Phase 2 study will be assessed with modified HCSS. The modified HCSS is composed of only three critical morphological aspects, including (A) the number of evident depressions, (B) the depth of depressions, and (C) the morphological appearance of skin surface alterations, with a total cellulite severity score of 9. The severity level of cellulite will be scored as mild, moderate, or severe, which will be determined by the total scores obtained from items A to C as illustrated in the table below.
This Phase 2 study has an integrated design consisting of a single ascending dose (SAD) part in stage 1 followed by a single-arm design in stage 2.
The CBL-0201EFP Phase 2-Stage 1 study (NCT05632926) is an open-label, single ascending dose (SAD) trial. Stage 1 will enroll 12 subjects with moderate to severe cellulite, and each group will enroll four subjects in three sequential escalating CBL-514 dose groups. Eligible subjects will be sequentially assigned to receive one course of CBL-514 injections at 40mg, 60mg, or 80mg administered by subcutaneous injection on both sides of the posterolateral thighs. After administration, the study evaluates a single CBL-514 injection's efficacy and safety profile at Week 1, Week 2, and Week 4.
The CBL-0201EFP Phase 2-Stage 2 study (NCT05836779) is an open-label trial that will enroll 20 subjects with moderate to severe cellulite. It will evaluate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of CBL-514 with up to two treatments, larger treated areas, and higher total doses. All the subjects will receive CBL-514 treatment, and the treatment dose will be based on the PI's evaluation of the cellulite severity. Subjects will receive up to 320 mg of CBL-514 per treatment session at intervals of approximately four weeks. After the last treatment, the efficacy and safety will be evaluated at follow-up visits at V4(Week 4) and V5 (Week 12).
About CBL-514
CBL-514, a first-in-class small-molecule drug, is an injection lipolysis drug that can induce adipocytes apoptosis and lipolysis to reduce subcutaneous adiposity in treatment areas in animal studies without causing any systematic side effects on the central nervous system, cardiovascular system, and respiratory system. Caliway's nonclinical studies showed that CBL-514 inhibits the cell survival kinase DYRK1b, upregulates the apoptosis mediators caspase 3 and Bax/Bcl-2 ratio, and then induces dose-dependent adipocyte apoptosis in vivo and in vitro.
Caliway is investigating multiple indications for CBL-514, including non-invasive fat reduction (reducing subcutaneous fat), Dercum's disease, cellulite, and lipoma treatment.
About Caliway Biopharmaceuticals
Caliway Biopharmaceuticals (Caliway), is a Taiwan-based, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company driven to breakthrough drug discovery of novel small-molecule therapeutics to help patients suffering from illness or life-threatening diseases. In Caliway, we aim to become an innovative pharmaceutical leader in medical aesthetics and inflammatory disease. For more information, please visit: www.Caliway.com.tw/en
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2023-06-28T12:11:49+00:00
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wlox.com
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BERLIN (AP) — German police are investigating after several women reported feeling unwell following an event hosted by the parliamentary group of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's party.
Berlin police said Saturday that the investigation was triggered by a 21-year-old woman, who felt dizzy and unwell several hours into Wednesday's summer party for the Social Democrats and then was unable to remember the evening the following day. She went to a hospital for checks, and police ordered a blood test for an analysis of possible toxic substances.
The woman ate and drank at the event, but didn't consume any alcohol, police said. By Saturday morning, another four cases in which people reported similar symptoms had emerged. German media reported that they apparently were victims of so-called “knockout drops,” which can be mixed into drinks or food. Police said they were awaiting test results.
Police opened an investigation of persons unknown on suspicion of bodily harm. Both they and the center-left Social Democrats said they weren't aware of any offenses beyond that.
The Social Democrats' co-leader, Lars Klingbeil, told Welt television he was “furious that something like this could happen at an event” organized by the party. He said the parliamentary group's leadership is cooperating with authorities and he hopes “that the perpetrator or perpetrators can be caught and then brought to account.”
About 1,000 people attended the annual party on Wednesday, including the chancellor, party lawmakers and their employees.
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2022-07-09T20:08:52+00:00
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seattlepi.com
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https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/German-police-probe-incident-at-Scholz-party-event-17294678.php
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The House Jan. 6 Committee appears to be going on recess for real this time. The panel, which was scheduled to go on hiatus after holding its fifth hearing a week ago, opted to call a surprise hearing on Tuesday to listen to testimony from former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson.
Hutchinson outlined surprising details, including stating that Trump had first-hand knowledge that attendees of his Stop The Steal rally were armed. She also claimed that Trump was enraged that Secret Service agents would not drive him to the Capitol on Jan. 6 as his supporters stormed the complex to stop the counting of the Electoral College.
Rep. Pete Aguilar, a Democrat serving on the committee, said on CNN’s “New Day” that there will be potentially two more hearings that will shed more light on the attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Once the committee has concluded its hearings, it will release a report of its findings.
“There is two full potential hearings moving forward, talking about the specific timeline that we know the president didn't take action, these 187 minutes,” he said. “We feel that there is more to talk to with domestic extremism as well and the role that individuals played in December leading to Jan. 6th. We think that there are more stories to tell, and we look forward to sharing that with the American public.”
Most of the hearings have had a central theme with a tight cadence. Unlike typical congressional hearings, generally, only Chair Bennie Thompson and one committee member does the questioning.
Tuesday’s hearing, however, focused on Hutchinson’s testimony rather than a broader theme.
The next hearings likely won’t come until after the House returns from recess the week of July 11.
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2022-06-29T19:22:58+00:00
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kjrh.com
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https://www.kjrh.com/news/national/after-surprising-hearing-what-is-next-for-jan-6-committee
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Predictions of rolling blackouts across Europe this month have not come to pass — so far. It’s not only because of the mild winter.
NPR’s Eleanor Beardsley reports.
This article was originally published on WBUR.org.
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2023-01-18T19:35:13+00:00
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klcc.org
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https://www.klcc.org/2023-01-18/some-european-leaders-think-russia-is-using-energy-as-a-weapon
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Statement Pursuant to Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
DENVER, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 30, 2022, the Reaves Utility Income Fund (NYSE MKT: UTG) (the "Fund"), a closed-end sector fund, paid a monthly distribution on its common stock of $0.19 per share to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 17, 2022.
The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder. In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), the Fund estimates the following percentages, of the total distribution amount per share, attributable to (i) current and prior fiscal year net investment income, (ii) net realized short-term capital gain, (iii) net realized long-term capital gain and (iv) return of capital or other capital source as a percentage of the total distribution amount. These percentages are disclosed for the current distribution as well as the fiscal year-to-date cumulative distribution amount per share for the Fund.
The timing and character of distributions for federal income tax purposes are determined in accordance with income tax regulations which may differ from GAAP. As such, all or a portion of this distribution may be reportable as taxable income on your 2022 federal income tax return. The final tax character of any distribution declared in 2022 will be determined in January 2023 and reported to you on IRS Form 1099-DIV.
The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this 19(a) Notice are only estimates and not for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Presented below are return figures, based on the change in the Fund's Net Asset Value per share ("NAV"), compared to the annualized distribution rate for this current distribution as a percentage of the NAV on the last day of the month prior to distribution record date.
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*Cumulative fiscal year-to-date return is based on the change in NAV including distributions paid and assuming reinvestment of these distributions for the period November 1, 2021 through May 31, 2022.
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While the NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Shareholders should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's Managed Distribution Plan.
Furthermore, the Board of Trustees reviews the amount of any potential distribution and the income, capital gain or capital available. The Board of Trustees will continue to monitor the Fund's distribution level, taking into consideration the Fund's net asset value and the financial market environment. The Fund's distribution policy is subject to modification by the Board of Trustees at any time. The distribution rate should not be considered the dividend yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.
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2022-06-30T14:40:37+00:00
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Crash happened near Livingston, California
MILWAUKEE, Wis., Jan. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For We Energies workers, helping people is their calling — they just didn't expect it would happen 2,000 miles away.
"We wrapped up our power restoration efforts in central California and had just started our trip home when a driver of an SUV lost control, shot across the freeway median and went airborne down a 75-foot embankment," said Jeb Loth, a We Energies operations supervisor.
Loth and his co-workers in the five-truck convoy quickly and safely pulled over on US-99 near Livingston, California, and jumped into action. The group was uniquely qualified. Each person is skilled in first aid and safety training.
"The SUV landed on its side in a pool of water," Loth recalled. "Luckily we had easy access to a ladder and were able to get the driver out and up the muddy embankment. If we had not seen the crash, it's possible no one would have seen the vehicle down the embankment."
As they got the driver into one of the trucks to wait for paramedics, they experienced another near disaster. Two vehicles on the freeway lost control, collided with each other and crashed into a We Energies bucket truck that was pulled over on the side of the road.
We Energies crews again jumped into action, providing aid until first responders arrived.
"We went to California to help. Obviously we did not expect to help in this way, but we are happy we were in the right place at the right time," Loth said.
The We Energies crews were part of a group of nearly 50 people from We Energies and its sister company Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) that traveled to California earlier this month to help get the lights back on after a series of strong storms.
The crews spent a few days in central California helping restore power to some of the hundreds of thousands of people who lost service during the high winds and pounding rain. The Wisconsin crews planned to spend two weeks on restoration efforts, but were released over the weekend after an expected strong storm did not materialize, and outages were quickly restored.
About We Energies
We Energies serves more than 1.1 million electric customers and 1.1 million natural gas customers in Wisconsin. We Energies is the trade name of Wisconsin Electric Power Co. and Wisconsin Gas LLC, utility subsidiaries of WEC Energy Group Inc. (NYSE: WEC). Visit We Energies at we-energies.com and WEC Energy Group at wecenergygroup.com.
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NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Palantir Technologies Inc. ("Palantir") (NYSE: PLTR) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of all purchasers of Class A common stock during the period September 30, 2020 to August 5, 2022, including purchases pursuant and/or traceable to documents used in connection with the offer, sale, and direct listing of Palantir Class A common stock on the New York Stock Exchange beginning on or about September 30, 2020.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Palantir, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
https://www.wongesq.com/pslra-1/palantir-class-action-loss-submission-form?prid=33583&wire=4
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Palantir includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Palantir's investments in marketable securities were having a significant negative impact on the Company's earnings per share ("EPS") results; (ii) Palantir overstated the sustainability of its government segment's growth and revenues; (iii) Palantir was experiencing a significant slowdown in revenue growth, particularly among its government customers, despite ongoing global conflicts and market disruptions; (iv) as a result of all the foregoing, the Company was likely to miss consensus estimates for its first quarter 2022 EPS and second quarter 2022 sales outlook; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
Aggrieved Palantir investors only have until November 14, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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2022-11-14T12:10:01+00:00
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ksla.com
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BURTON, MI - Jeff Wheeler is on a mission to change people’s lives.
A retired longtime police officer and Flint native, Wheeler is opening his third location for the Double Dragon Tang Soo Do karate school in Genesee County, this one located at 1067 E. Bristol Road between the I-475 freeway and Fenton Road next to Little Caesars.
The new location’s soft opening is from 4-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 2, and Friday, March 3, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 4.
Wheeler also owns a location at 1235 S. Center Road in Burton, and his daughter Quiana Powell, owns a location at 1491 S. Linden Road in Flint Township.
“It’s about growth,” Wheeler said. “Our schools are growing. We are very fortunate to be in a position where people appreciate what we’re doing and what we offer to the community.”
Wheeler opened the only Black-owned karate school in Genesee County in April 2004, at the plaza on East Atherton Road and South Dort Highway in Flint, per MLive-The Flint Journal records.
The school kept growing and moved locations to the South Center Road location, where 5,200 square feet offers two floor spaces.
In 2018, he expanded the business with his daughter Quiana Powell, opening a second location, this one in Flint Township.
It’s more than just self defense classes -- people can expect to receive a full martial arts lesson, including ‘learning not to be bullied and not to be a bully.’
“We’re not a full contact place. That’s not my area,” Wheeler said. “Other people focus on choking people out and beating them up; that’s not our focus. Our focus is good karate, which can be used to defend yourself easily. But we don’t promote words like real self defense here. What we do here is much, much bigger than that.”
While Wheeler will be the chief instructor at the new location, he will have two assistants - Phillip Miller II and Helen Jacobson.
“We want to put our brand on that side of town,” Wheeler said. “There’s people I’ve yet to meet and once they come into our family, they will discover they really needed us all along.”
All three schools are registered with the World Tang Soo Do Association. Wheeler said his daughter is the only African American studio owner in the United States that he’s aware of within his association and the first African American female master in the United States in this association.
Classes cost between $125 to $155 per month.
“The bigger accomplishment is not even for me, but what I provide for other people,” Wheeler said. “I’m providing opportunity for my other instructors to continue to grow and reward them for their consistency and dedication to our school.”
For more information, visit the Double Dragon Tang Soo Do website and follow its Facebook page.
Read more at The Flint Journal:
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Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Fireside Coffee a hidden gem in Genesee County
At 6-foot-6, 300 pounds, former lineman takes crown at Michigan paczki eating contest
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CharityStars announces the opportunity to give one lucky winner the chance to meet fan-favorite Rip (Cole Hauser) at a Dutton Ranch worthy BBQ. The auction is available for global bidding now through June 16, 2022. Visit www.charitystars.com/rip to place your bid and learn more.
CharityStars strives to bring the biggest and brightest icons to their platform and this is no exception. With critically acclaimed Yellowstone's recent announcement of their season five November release, CharityStars is honored to be able to present this opportunity to a fan. CharityStars has partnered up with Cole and Lead By Example Sports to offer a this experience that will in-turn directly help to support under-privileged youth sports in New York City.
This Yellowstone VIP experience includes a BBQ meal, alcoholic beverages, a group bonfire, and most importantly a meet & greet with Rip himself. Beyond just a picture with Rip, CharityStars is providing the winner with an authentic hat signed by Rip to remember this event forever.
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LONDON — Rishi Sunak becomes Britain's third prime in under two months at a time when the U.K. faces what he has termed a "profound economic challenge" and as his Conservative Party struggles to heal divisive wounds from months of infighting.
He now leads the Conservatives with a substantial parliamentary majority inherited since the 2019 general election, when his former boss Boris Johnson helped win seats in areas of Britain that had never traditionally voted for the center right party.
"It is only right to explain why I am standing here as your new prime minister," Sunak told the crowd of journalists gathered outside No. 10 Downing Street's famous front door, after formally accepting his new role from King Charles during a meeting at Buckingham Palace.
"Right now our country is facing a profound economic crisis," he said. "The aftermath of COVID still lingers."
After Liz Truss' imploded premiership left the Conservative poll numbers sinking to historic lows, Sunak will have around two years to restore confidence among his legislators that they can retain power at the next national vote after 12 years of leading the government.
"It's the Conservative Party's last chance to put in a prime minister who might achieve some kind of stability," says Bronwen Maddox, CEO of Chatham House, the London-based think tank." She says Sunak now has to "try to set out an economic plan and a plan for the country that gives the country some reassurance and may even bring his party to a kind of unity, but that remains the big question."
That economic plan will be slightly easier to formulate now than it would have been even two weeks ago, as financial markets have reacted positively to his selection, and after the cancellation of tax cuts trumpeted by Truss and her team by the country's finance minister Jeremy Hunt. Hunt's role as a stabilizing force may help him retain the role that he was appointed to by Truss.
That market reaction has meant government borrowing costs have fallen to where they had been before Truss took the reins, reducing government spending on interest and thus allowing Sunak to better balance the books when he needs to borrow money to fund long-term spending. But he will still need to deal with high inflation levels, elevated energy prices and a soaring cost of living.
The decisions over taxation levels and spending choices will no doubt stir controversy and prompt pushback, not only from his political opponents, including the Labour Party — which is riding high in polls — but also among his fellow Conservative legislators.
Maddox, from the non-partisan Chatham House, says Truss's disastrous approach to the country's economic problems gives Sunak a freer hand to level with the public about the inevitable tradeoffs and make some of the tougher economic decisions.
"He now has more support for saying we have to be really very conservative ... economically," she says. "We have to explain where money is coming from that we're going to spend, and that is going to mean some tax rises in some cases and paring back spending in others and it's really a difficult moment."
Threading a needle that maintains party unity, stabilizes the country's economy and also works towards galvanizing growth will mean few of even his greatest critics will envy the challenging in-tray in today's Downing Street.
NPR's Frank Langfitt contributed to this report from London.
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2022-10-25T13:05:06+00:00
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(The Hill) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday announced it was simplifying its recommended COVID-19 vaccine schedule, stating a single dose of the bivalent vaccine specific to the BA.4 and BA.5 strains of the omicron variant is enough for most individuals.
Going forward, the FDA announced all coronavirus vaccines administered to those six months and older would be the bivalent doses. The original forms of the COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna are no longer authorized for use in the U.S., the agency said.
The announcement on Tuesday indicated a shift away from the two-dose vaccine schedule that has become the standard throughout the U.S. when it comes to mRNA vaccination. Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine was originally the only authorized shot in the U.S. that was administered in a single dose.
According to the FDA, individuals who haven’t gotten a bivalent shot yet or haven’t gotten vaccinated at all are still eligible for a dose, but those who have received a single dose already are “not currently eligible for another dose.”
The agency says it plans to make further decisions on vaccination recommendations in June regarding the fall strain composition of the COVID shot.
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2023-04-19T10:40:31+00:00
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qcnews.com
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https://www.qcnews.com/coronavirus/fda-single-dose-of-bivalent-covid-vaccine-enough-for-most-people/
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BERLIN (AP) — A German union has called on Lufthansa ground staff to walk out on a one-day strike Wednesday in a dispute over pay.
The ver.di service workers’ union said Monday that the call applies to all Lufthansa locations in Germany. It comes amid negotiations on pay for about 20,000 employees of logistical, technical and cargo subsidiaries of the airline.
The strike was set to start at 3:45 a.m. (0145 GMT) Wednesday and end at 6 a.m. (0400 GMT) on Thursday.
The union aims to raise the pressure on Lufthansa ahead of the next round of negotiations on Aug. 3 and 4.
Such “warning strikes” are a common tactic in German labor negotiations and typically last from several hours to a day or two. This walkout comes at a time when airports in Germany and elsewhere already are seeing disruption and long lines for security checks.
Ver.di is calling for a 9.5% pay increase this year and says an offer by Lufthansa earlier this month, which would involve a deal for an 18-month period, falls far short of its demands.
Lufthansa human resources chief Michael Niggemann said in a statement that ver.di’s strike call “is all the more incomprehensible given that the employer side has offered high and socially balanced pay increases” despite a “tense” economic situation for the company and an uncertain economic outlook.
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2022-07-25T19:55:25+00:00
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cenlanow.com
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https://www.cenlanow.com/business/german-union-calls-1-day-strike-by-lufthansa-ground-staff/
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ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani has agreed to a $30 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels for the 2023 season in the two-way superstar’s final year of arbitration eligibility before free agency.
The Angels announced the deal Saturday, avoiding a potentially complicated arbitration case with the 2021 AL MVP.
Ohtani’s deal is fully guaranteed, with no other provisions. The contract is the largest ever given to an arbitration-eligible player, surpassing the $27 million given to Mookie Betts by the Boston Red Sox in January 2020, a month before he was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Ohtani is having another incredible season at the plate and on the mound for the Angels, regularly accomplishing feats that haven’t occurred in the major leagues since Babe Ruth’s heyday. He is a strong contender for the AL MVP award again alongside the Yankees’ Aaron Judge, who has tied the AL home run record and is closing in on the batting Triple Crown.
Ohtani is batting .276 with 34 homers, 94 RBIs and a .888 OPS as the Halos’ designated hitter. He is 15-8 with a 2.35 ERA and 213 strikeouts as their ace on the mound, and opponents are batting only .207 against him.
The 28-year-old Ohtani still will be a free agent after the 2023 season, and his future could be tied to the immediate fortunes of the Angels, who will complete their seventh consecutive losing season next week. The Angels didn’t trade Ohtani at the deadline despite being out of the playoff race again, and Ohtani is wildly popular among the club’s fans.
Ohtani repeatedly has said winning will be an important factor in choosing his home beyond 2023, and Angels owner Arte Moreno is currently exploring a sale of the team.
Moreno’s leadership has been widely criticized during the Angels’ mostly miserable run of play since 2009, and a fresh start with deep-pocketed new owners could be the best chance to persuade Ohtani to stay with the franchise he joined in 2018 from Japan. Ohtani immediately won the AL Rookie of the Year award, and he rounded into unique form last season after recovering fully from Tommy John surgery.
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2022-10-01T23:48:31+00:00
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Jimmy Kimmel to host Oscars again: ‘Great honor or a trap’
(AP) - Jimmy Kimmel is ready to host the Oscars again, completing a trilogy that started with him presiding over the chaotic “envelope-gate” ceremony.
The late-night talk show host will preside over the ceremony in March, the show’s producers said Monday.
“We’re super thrilled to have Jimmy score his hat trick on this global stage,” executive producers and showrunners Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner said in a joint statement. “We know he will be funny and ready for anything!”
Kimmel has hosted the show twice before, in 2017, when he managed the chaotic final moments in which the wrong best picture winner was called, and then the next year, which came just months into the #MeToo reckoning.
“Being invited to host the Oscars for a third time is either a great honor or a trap,” Kimmel said. “Either way, I am grateful to the academy for asking me so quickly after everyone good said no.”
After the 90th Oscars in 2018, which Kimmel hosted to generally positive reviews, the Academy Awards went without a host until the 94th ceremony earlier this year when Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes shared the stage.
“Jimmy is the perfect host to help us recognize the incredible artists and films of our 95th Oscars,” added academy CEO Bill Kramer and academy President Janet Yang. “His love of movies, live TV expertise, and ability to connect with our global audiences will create an unforgettable experience for our millions of viewers worldwide.”
Molly McNearney, who is the co-head writer and executive producer of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and is married to Kimmel, will also serve as an executive producer on the Oscars broadcast. Ratings have been a bit a of a rollercoaster for the esteemed Hollywood awards show. The 94th Oscars was an improvement with 15.36 million viewers, but that was also in comparison to the previous year’s record low, which befell many COVID-modified awards shows. As always ratings will be paramount for broadcaster ABC.
“Having Jimmy Kimmel return to host the Oscars is a dream come true. As we see every night on his own show, Jimmy can handle anything with both heart and humor, and we know that he will deliver the laughs and celebratory moments that define the Oscars,” said Craig Erwich, president of ABC Entertainment, Hulu & Disney Branded Television Streaming Originals. “We love being the home of Hollywood’s biggest night and can’t wait to toast the success of this year’s cinema and storytelling.”
This next event is a landmark anniversary year for the show, and the first to follow The Slap, in which Will Smith struck presenter Chris Rock on stage. Smith, who went on to win best actor that night, was banned from the Oscars for 10 years as a result. The organization’s leadership has said that they’d like to move on from the slap and focus on a ceremony that celebrates cinema.
The 95th Oscars will be held on March 12 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and will be broadcast live on ABC in more than 200 territories worldwide.
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2022-11-07T14:39:16+00:00
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PHOENIX — As many people celebrate the 4th of July by lighting fireworks, some Valley police departments have dedicated officers to look for illegal ones.
The City of Glendale will have some officers on firework detail, making sure people are following the law. Several police departments are expecting an influx of calls during this holiday.
“We’re trying to make sure that people abide by our city code and our state laws,” said Gina Winn, with the Glendale Police Department.
There are several fireworks that are illegal, including the following:
- skyrockets
- bottle rockets
- firecrackers
- Roman candles
- any aerial fireworks
Between June 28 and the morning of July 3, Glendale PD received 43 calls for service.
In the City of Avondale, the police department said it had 24 fireworks-related calls from June 27 through the morning of July 3rd.
Mesa Police Department also plans to have some undercover officers and detectives looking for illegal fireworks during the holiday weekend.
Citations can be issued for those not following the law and it ranges from a couple hundred to several thousands of dollars.
Police are also reminding people that celebratory gunfire is illegal. It’s called Shannon’s Law, and if violated, a person can face a class 6 felony.
In Glendale, the city has technology called ShotSpotters, which can detect and locate gunfire. Winn said the tech is advanced enough that it can differentiate between actual gunfire and fireworks.
“We want people to refrain from celebratory gunfire and celebrate responsibly this holiday,” Winn said.
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2023-07-04T22:32:07+00:00
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https://www.abc15.com/news/region-west-valley/glendale/valley-police-departments-patrolling-for-illegal-fireworks
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Shallowater's Richardsons to face former school Spearman to open girls basketball playoffs
SHALLOWATER — If Kurt Richardson seems unbothered on the sideline Monday, it's because he's used to setting aside his personal feelings. Games coaching against his brother have conditioned him for that.
So even though the Shallowater girls basketball coach is set to open the playoffs against his former team, don't expect any outward displays of emotion.
His daughter may be a different story.
Kinleigh Richardson and the Fillies will meet Spearman in a Class 3A bi-district matchup, a year after the former was an all-district performer for the Lynxettes. So forgive her if the days leading up were a lot for the senior to process.
"I knew there was a big possibility that we could (play Spearman), but I was really hoping that we wouldn't," Kinleigh said, "just because of all the emotions that will be in the game and all that stuff. I was really hoping it wouldn't be, so it was more just a reaction of shock."
The stars aligned a bit to bring the matchup to fruition. The Lynxettes (24-8) tied Canadian for second place in District 1-3A, so a tiebreaker determined Spearman's No. 2 seed. Kurt Richardson learned of the pairing Wednesday morning and reacted as he would have for either opponent.
"Honestly it didn't surprise me," the coach said. "Just because, you know, Murphy's Law, it's just things like that happen. But at the same time, we knew both teams were good. I knew Canadian was going to be motivated to beat us because we already beat them once. We knew Spearman would be motivated to beat us since I left and because they want to advance like we do.
"It didn't really affect me as much as what some would think. I don't know. That's who we're playing, let's get ready to go."
Richardson was head coach of the Lynxettes the previous four seasons. His first campaign, Spearman faced Shallowater in the playoff opener. The Chuck Darden-led Fillies came away with a 50-32 victory as an eighth-grade Kinleigh watched from the stands.
"They just had a little more firepower than what we were able to do," Richardson said. "We just weren't able to make shots, and their defense had a lot to do with that. … We just couldn't quite match up with them. It wasn't from a lack of effort, man, our kids played hard."
This year's iteration projects to be a tighter contest. Shallowater (24-10) finished third in District 2-3A behind Idalou and Childress, but the Fillies finished the regular season playing some of their best basketball. The team beat Childress during its current 5-1 stretch, the lone loss a 31-28 setback to league-champion Idalou.
"We definitely have been playing as a team better," senior guard Madilyn Barnes said. "We've been using a lot of ball movement and making sure that we share the ball. Since we do have more chemistry, we know where each other's gonna be and we know how each other's gonna play. So it's just connected recently."
Braylen Lusby and Ella Wilkerson lead the way for Spearman, as Kurt Richardson knows. He said he's familiar with the entire roster, although he hesitated to call that an advantage.
"I think it works both ways," the coach said. "Largely because, yes, I do know their kids. I know some of their tendencies, things like that. But they're a whole lot different. Coach (Dustin) Klafka does some different things, those guys have matured and grown into their games and play a little differently than they did last year.
"At the same time, they know some of the stuff that we'll run. … It's really a give and take. I don't think it gives either one of us a significant advantage."
Kinleigh Richardson said she's limiting interactions with her friends in Spearman, whom she said she'll "always" love. It's just been the usual communication through Snapchat, with no specific talk of the upcoming game. The senior said that would be the easiest way to avoid stirring any additional emotions.
Her dad is doing his best to help in that department.
"It'll be good to see those guys," Kurt Richardson said. "Again, I loved every one of those kids and the people of Spearman. But I've had to play my brother in district, I've had to play my brother in playoff games. Kinleigh and I talked about it (Wednesday): Once the clock starts rolling, it's just another team. It's no different than playing Childress or Idalou … It's another team that we're trying to play well against."
Spearman vs. Shallowater
Class 3A bi-district girls basketball
When: 6:30 p.m. Monday
Where: West Texas A&M's First United Bank Center, Canyon
Records: Spearman 24-8; Shallowater 24-10
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2023-02-13T15:47:23+00:00
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BERLIN, Md. - Delmarva's own Island Creamery has been awarded the title of "Best Ice Cream Place in America" by USA TODAY.
The creamery was founded in 1975 in Chincoteague as a candy store and added ice cream the following year. Today the company remains family-owned and is now run by Kelly and Robin Conklin, the son and wife of original founders Bob and Nancy Conklin.
Locations have expanded to Berlin and, most recently, Salisbury. The Island Creamery employs about 100 people across its three locations.
Fun flavors of ice cream and sorbet from the creamery are all made in small batches daily using local milk, fruit and other ingredients. Common favorites include bourbon caramel crunch, pony tracks, marsh mud, apple cider, and more, and the creamery also offers vegan and sugar free flavors.
The Berlin Maryland Chamber of Commerce and other local organizations have been celebrating along with the Island Creamery.
"The Island Creamery team has shown a fantastic dedication to their business, which is wholly evident in their craft and the support it has received," said the chamber. "If you haven't tried it yourself, it's time to roll into town and get a scoop of your new favorite!"
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2023-07-08T22:21:25+00:00
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MIAMI (AP) — Pablo López allowed one unearned run in seven solid innings and the Miami Marlins beat the Colorado Rockies 7-4 Wednesday night.
Garrett Cooper, Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Jorge Soler hit home runs for Miami.
The Marlins, who played their second home game of the season with the retractable roof open at loanDepot Park, will attempt a sweep of the three-game series Thursday.
López (5-3) gave up four hits, walked three and struck out six, ending a winless drought since May 7.
Cooper’s two-run homer capped a four-run third against Chad Kuhl (4-5) and put Miami ahead 4-1. Jon Berti hit an RBI triple and scored on Chisholm’s single before Cooper connected on a drive that cleared the center field wall for his fifth homer.
Chisholm’s two-run homer and Soler’s solo drive off reliever Austin Gomber in the seventh padded Miami’s lead.
Colorado narrowed the gap on Elias Díaz’s three-run homer off Louis Head in the ninth.
Kuhl was lifted after five innings. The right-hander allowed six hits, walked two and struck out three. He has lost five of his last six decisions after going 3-0 in April.
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Colorado threatened in the sixth after Rodgers led off with a triple. But López struck out Charlie Blackmon and C.J. Cron and retired Ryan McMahon on a flyout.
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The Marlins are 1-1 in the two games played with the roof open. López also was the starter in the previous game not requiring the roof and had a no decision in Miami’s 2-1 loss against Milwaukee May 13.
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Rockies: LHP Ty Blach (left wrist sprain) is scheduled to make rehab appearances with Triple-A Albuquerque Wednesday and Saturday. ... Manager Bud Black said INF-OF Kris Bryant (lower back strain) felt good after his rehab game with Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday. There are plans to increase Bryant’s innings workload with the minor league club before he rejoins the Rockies.
Marlins: LHP Jesús Luzardo (left forearm strain) has begun his throwing program. ... RHP Edward Cabrera (right elbow tendinitis) postponed his rehab outing at Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday because of a personal issue.
UP NEXT
LHP Kyle Freeland (3-5, 4.46) will start the series finale for the Rockies on Thursday afternoon. LHP Braxton Garrett (1-2, 4.85) will start for the Marlins.
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2022-06-23T03:42:30+00:00
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TANGIPAHOA PARISH, La. (KLFY) – A Louisiana mother protecting her children shot and killed a home intruder just before dawn Sunday, authorities said.
The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office said Robert Rheams, 51, “was armed with a shovel and a lug wrench” when he allegedly forced his way into the home of the woman and her two young children.
Chief Jimmy Travis said a physical altercation took place between Rheams and the homeowner sometime during the incident, which led to Rheams being shot and killed.
Rheams was pronounced dead at the scene.
At the time of the incident, Rheams was out on parole after serving approximately 20 years in prison for armed robbery, according to a Facebook post shared by the sheriff’s office.
He was also tied to a carjacking that happened hours prior to the home invasion, Chief Travis said.
While it appears the homeowner was within her rights to protect herself and her children from a violent home invasion, the case has been forwarded to the District Attorney’s Office for review, according to the sheriff’s office.
No arrests had been made in connection with the shooting as of Monday.
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2023-01-10T23:15:17+00:00
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NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Sanofi SA ("Sanofi" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SNY). Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at newaction@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 7980.
The investigation concerns whether Sanofi and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
On June 30, 2022, Sanofi announced that "[t]he U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has placed Phase 3 studies of tolebrutinib in multiple sclerosis (MS) and myasthenia gravis on partial clinical hold. As a result, new enrollment in the United States (U.S.) is paused, and participants in the U.S. who have been in the trial for fewer than 60 days shall suspend study drug." Sanofi stated that "[t]he FDA action was based on a limited number of cases of drug-induced liver injury that have been identified with tolebrutinib exposure in Phase 3 studies."
On this news, Sanofi's stock price fell $2.64 per share, or 5.01%, to close at $50.03 per share on June 30, 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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2022-08-01T19:54:52+00:00
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ST. LOUIS, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The cloud-based company, Highwire, which specializes in empowering its clients to make better risk management decisions, has recognized Electric Power Systems International Inc. with its Platinum Safety Award. This honorary annual award is presented to companies who register a safety score of 95% or greater in the Safety Assessment Program as administered by Highwire.
"Platinum status is not easily achieved. Electric Power Systems Int'l Inc. has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to implementing safety management systems resulting in exceptionally low incident rates," states Garrett Burke, CEO of Highwire.
"We are honored to be recognized and receive the 2022 Platinum Safety Award presented to us by Highwire. Our commitment to safety and safety management is unwavering, and we look forward to demonstrating the same devotion and performance for years to come," George Bratkiv, Senior Vice President of Testing, Electric Power Systems International Inc.
The comprehensive Safety Assessment Program reviews a company's historic safety performance and current safety management systems. The platform normalizes data for vendor or contractor size and type of work performed. The program provides a thorough, objective, and consistent evaluation of company performance so clients can identify, monitor, and manage risk smarter. The results provide a strong indicator of how a vendor or contractor values the safety and a reliable predictor of future performance.
EPS, now a proud member of the Voltyx family of companies, offers over 40 years of industry experience, service throughout the US, 24-hour customer service, and specialization in electrical acceptance and maintenance testing, commissioning, engineering and design, cyber security, system troubleshooting, and maintenance of equipment up to 765kV for utility, industrial, data centers, renewables, commercial, and institutional facilities. 'We Empower Possible' through a commitment to providing a culture of safety and technical expertise. Their subsidiary Electric Power Systems International Inc (EPSII) is a full member of the International Electrical Testing Association (NETA.)
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2022-10-12T16:15:59+00:00
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Submerged plants will help to improve water quality and provide food for starving manatees.
WINTER GARDEN, Fla., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, aquatic restoration experts Sea & Shoreline and the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida began a series of restoration projects in the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) tributaries to restore meadows of seagrass and submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) that have disappeared due to harmful algal blooms. The projects will help to improve water quality and provide a sustainable food source for starving manatees who are dependent upon this vegetation for survival.
The restoration, which is being funded by the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida and Sea & Shoreline, involves planting, caging, maintaining and monitoring seagrass and SAV plantings in Goat Creek, Turkey Creek, Taylor Creek, Crane Creek, the Sebastian River and the North Fork of the St. Lucie River. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has permitted and is overseeing the projects.
Today, Sea & Shoreline will begin planting Goat Creek and Turkey Creek in Brevard County and will plant the additional locations next spring.
"These tributaries feed the IRL, so they play an important role in helping to restore the IRL to a healthy, sustainable ecosystem," said Sea & Shoreline's Lead Biologist Ryan Brushwood.
As part of its Seagrass Saves Sea Life campaign, Sea & Shoreline has planted over 1 million submerged plants in Florida to help improve Florida's waterways and has completed over 150 restoration projects in locations such as Crystal River, the Caloosahatchee River, Blue Springs State Park, St. Andrew Bay, the IRL and more. The company currently has two demonstration projects in the IRL in the Fort Pierce Inlet State Park and the Banana River. Both projects were funded by the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program.
The Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida is undertaking critical work to protect the Florida manatee and its habitat following two seasons of record-breaking manatee mortalities in the state. "We are excited to partner with Sea & Shoreline and are thankful for our donors who have made these projects possible," said Andrew Walker, President & CEO of the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida.
Sea & Shoreline, LLC is a Florida-based aquatic restoration firm that restores fresh and saltwater habitats to healthy and self-sustaining ecosystems. Services include seagrass, oyster reef, coral reef, and propeller scar restorations, dredging, living shorelines, artificial reefs, vegetated retaining walls, wetland plantings, and berm, bank, and shoreline stabilizations. For more information, please visit seaandshoreline.com, or follow us on social media LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
The Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and other public and private partners to conserve Florida's native animals and plants and the lands and waters they need to survive. Operating as a statewide community foundation for conservation, the Foundation has raised and donated more than $60 million to conserve nature and our outdoor heritage. More information can be found at wildlifeflorida.org.
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2022-11-14T10:36:17+00:00
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ksla.com
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https://www.ksla.com/prnewswire/2022/11/14/sea-amp-shoreline-fish-amp-wildlife-foundation-florida-partner-plant-seagrass-indian-river-lagoon-tributaries/
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Pfizer’s COVID-19 pill Paxlovid won another vote of confidence from U.S. health advisers Thursday, clearing the way for its full regulatory approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
The medication has been used by millions of Americans since the FDA granted it emergency use authorization in late 2021. The agency has the final say on giving Pfizer’s drug full approval and is expected to decide by May.
A panel of outside experts voted 16-1 that Paxlovid remains a safe and effective treatment for high-risk adults with COVID-19 who are more likely to face hospitalization and death due to the virus.
“We still have many groups that stand to benefit from Paxlovid, including unvaccinated persons, under-vaccinated persons, the elderly and the immuno-compromised,” said Dr. Richard Murphy of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The FDA said using Paxlovid in high-risk patients could prevent 1,500 COVID-19 deaths and 13,000 hospitalizations per week.
The panel’s positive vote was widely expected, given that Paxlovid has been the go-to treatment against COVID-19, especially since an entire group of antibody drugs has been sidelined as the virus mutated.
The U.S. continues reporting about 4,000 deaths and 35,000 hospitalizations weekly, the FDA noted.
The agency asked its panel of independent medical experts to address several lingering questions involving Paxlovid, including which people currently benefit from treatment and whether the drug plays a role in cases of COVID-19 rebound.
The panel agreed with assessments by both the FDA and Pfizer that found no clear link between the use of Paxlovid and returning symptoms, but said more information is needed from studies and medical records data. High-profile cases drew attention to the issue last year, including President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden.
Between 10% and 16% of patients across multiple Pfizer studies had symptoms return, regardless of whether they’d received Paxlovid or a dummy pill. Such cases “likely reflect natural COVID-19 progression,” the FDA concluded.
The federal government has purchased more than 20 million doses of Paxlovid and encouraged health professionals to prescribe it aggressively to help prevent severe COVID-19. But that’s led to concerns of overprescribing and questions of whether some patients are needlessly getting the drug.
Pfizer originally studied Paxlovid in the highest-risk COVID-19 patients: unvaccinated adults with other health problems and no evidence of prior coronavirus infection. But that doesn’t reflect the U.S. population today, where an estimated 95% of people have protection from at least one vaccine dose, a prior infection or both.
The FDA reviewed Pfizer data showing Paxlovid made no meaningful difference in otherwise healthy adults, whether or not they’d been previously vaccinated.
But when FDA teased out data for high-risk adults — regardless of their vaccination or infection history — Paxlovid still showed a significant benefit, reducing the chance of hospitalization or death between 60% and 85%, depending on individual circumstances. Patients in that group included seniors and those with serious health problems, such as diabetes, obesity, lung disease and immune-system disorders.
With so many different factors, panelists said prescribing Paxlovid will remain a case-by-case decision.
Dr. Sankar Swaminathan of the University of Utah and other panelists stressed the importance of managing potentially dangerous drug interactions between Paxlovid and other commonly used medications.
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2023-03-17T03:48:06+00:00
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ibj.com
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https://www.ibj.com/articles/covid-19-pill-paxlovid-moves-closer-to-full-fda-approval
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ACTIVE PATTERN: Pre holiday winter storm likely
A small disturbance swings through with widespread light snow tonight through tomorrow morning. Lake effect snow showers will develop through Thursday. Then, a strong system is expected to bring rounds of widespread snow starting Thursday with lake-effect snow developing by Saturday. We’re expecting strong winds with gusts near 60mph, which will sometimes cause whiteout conditions. Then, by Saturday we’re looking at wind chills in the teens below zero. As of now, this should clear by Christmas Day. Stay tuned for updates!
Today: Morning light snow north
>Highs: Upper teens west, low to mid-20s elsewhere
Tonight: Widespread light snow
>Lows: Single numbers to teens
Tuesday: Lake effect snow along the west and northwest wind belts
>Highs: Single numbers west, teens east
Wednesday: Lake effect snow along the west and northwest wind belts
>Highs: Single numbers west, teens east
Thursday: Cloudy with widespread snow
>Highs: Upper teens to low 20s
Friday: Windy with widespread snow
>Highs: Low to mid-20s
Saturday: Bitter cold, windy with continued lake effect snow
>Highs: Teens, Wind Chill reading -10s
Christmas Day: Becoming partly cloudy with isolated snow showers
>Highs: Teens
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2022-12-19T13:03:11+00:00
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uppermichiganssource.com
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https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2022/12/19/active-pattern-pre-holiday-winter-storm-likely/
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Bay Area residents are encouraged to pedal to wherever
SAN FRANCISCO, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time in two years, thousands of people across the Bay Area will be biking to their jobs as Bike to Work Day returns Friday, May 20.
After being postponed for two years because of the pandemic, many people have returned to work and there's no better way to get there than by bike. And for those who are still working remotely – maybe permanently – pedaling to do errands, taking kids to school, and more is still a great way to get around while making as small an impact on the planet as possible.
Numerous counties across the region are encouraging riders to come out to stop at energizer stations, get commemorative bags and participate in socially-distanced events as part of Bike to Work Day, a focus of Bike Month and Bike to Wherever Days.
Counties holding specific events this Friday are:
Alameda/Contra Costa -- https://bikeeastbay.org/events/bike-wherever-day-2022
- Oakland Hub – Join Bike East Bay and Walk Oakland Bike Oakland (WOBO) at the Oakland Hub (a bigger version of an energizer station). There will be a tent to pick up snacks and a free tote bag, join/renew your membership or donate, and the chance to meet volunteers and bike-friendly organizations from across the East Bay. RSVP here.
- Berkeley Hub/Grand Opening Celebration of Milvia Street – Join us at our Berkeley Hub to celebrate the grand opening of the Milvia Street bike lanes with an official ride. RSVP here.
- Concord Hub – Come out for free tacos and your free tote bag. This hub is funded by a grant from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD). RSVP here.
- Bike to Work/Wherever Day morning ride: Richmond-San Rafael Bridge – Come celebrate by biking from Richmond BART to the San Rafael Transit Center, stopping at an energizer station for snacks and tote bags along the way. If your commute destination is the Transit Center or the Larkspur Ferry, we will help you make the connection or you are welcome to ride with us round trip. This event is led by instructors certified by the League of American Bicyclists and made possible with funding from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission.
Marin – https://www.marinbike.org/resources/signature-events/bike-to-wherever-days/
Join us for our pre-BTWD ride on Thursday, May 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m. There will be an energizer station and happy hour at Tam Commons, plus a 15-mile ride around China Camp. Pick up a BTWD bag, have a ride and 10% off food and drink for all riders.
Napa – https://napabike.org/bike-to-work-school-day/
There will be 11 community energizer stations and 22 school-site energizer stations throughout the county, stocked with swag and snacks for bike commuters during morning commute hours (9-11 a.m. for community stations and start time for schools). Four of the high school sites (Calistoga, St. Helena, Napa High, and Vintage High) are hosted by NCBC's high school bike month ambassadors, who volunteered to coordinate the event at their schools and encourage classmates to go by bike on Bike to Work and School Day.
San Francisco -- https://sfbike.org/bike-to-wherever-day/
Come join your neighbors on one of our neighborhood rides on Bike to Work/Wherever Day. Click here for a full list. Have little kids? Then join the Freedom from Training Wheels event at the Great Highway energizer station.
San Mateo -- https://bikesiliconvalley.org/events/btwd
Join us for a collaboration with Carlmont High School and Safe Routes to School. The students worked with the cities of Belmont and San Carlos to coordinate street closures and temporary bike lanes on Alameda de las Pulgas and Ralston Avenue in the morning so adults and kids alike can ride safely. Be sure to stop by the energizer station on Alameda near Carlmont as you pedal through. Click here for more information.
Santa Clara -- https://bikesiliconvalley.org/events/btwd
The City of Gilroy and Gilroy Gardens is having a special ride. Click here for more information. This is only the second time ever they have allowed bicycles to ride at Gilroy Gardens. Limited to 500.
Sonoma – https://www.bikesonoma.org/btwd/
- Santa Rosa Courthouse Square: energizer station 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition is hosting the event with swag bags, cowbells, support and encouragement for riding your bike.
- Petaluma Train Station 6-8:30 a.m. SMART, the City of Petaluma, and Mikes Bikes is hosting an energizer station. They'll provide morning treats, basic bike checks, exclusive swag and other goodies.
- A bike happy hour to celebrate all who rode on Bike to Work/Wherever Day will be held at Cuver Brewing in Windsor, 4-7 p.m. p.m. Please RSVP.
Bay Area Bike to Work/Wherever Days is presented by MTC (the transportation planning, financing and coordinating agency for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area), and 511 (the region's traveler information system). BTWD 2022 also receives regional support from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD), and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), as well as from many sponsors at the local level. Prizes for the Bike Champion of the Year winners were donated by MTC, Better World Club and Mike's Bikes.
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2022-05-19T00:27:21+00:00
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wagmtv.com
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https://www.wagmtv.com/prnewswire/2022/05/18/after-two-year-absence-bike-work-day-is-friday-may-20/
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- This is the Korean company's second factory in Costa Rica, where construction of its third factory has already begun and is expected to go into operation in 2024.
- The company will create 200 more jobs across multiple areas for people with different educational levels, from primary to higher education.
SEOUL, South Korea and CORIS, Costa Rica, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Sae-A Group, a leading yarn manufacturer and one of the world's largest apparel manufacturers based in Korea, held the building completion ceremony for its second spinning mill in Coris, Cartago, in the presence of President Rodrigo Chaves, Vice-Minister of Foreign Trade Jimena Chinchilla, CINDE's CEO Eric Scharf, and Korean Ambassador Jin Hae Kim.
The President of Costa Rica, Rodrigo Chaves Robes, who attended the completion ceremony, said in his congratulatory message, "The Global Sae-A Group, which operates factories in over 40 countries around the world, invested in Costa Rica in 2015 and in the seven years since, they have created hundreds of jobs. They have contributed greatly, not only to our Cartago family, but also towards Costa Rica's development.
Sae-A started business in Costa Rica in 2015 in order to produce quality yarn. Currently, the company has 400 employees and plans to hire at least 200 more over the next few months. This expansion is due to the completion of the new spinning mill, the second of Sae-A's three factories in Costa Rica. Its third factory is already under construction, and the company plans to build more factories in the country in the future.
"We decided to invest in Costa Rica seven years ago because of its political and social stability, along with its excellent talent availability. We believe that it was a successful investment," says Sang Soon Han, Sr., President of Sae-A Spinning. "This second factory is part of our USD 150 million investment plan for Costa Rica, which includes the third factory. The construction for the third factory has already begun and it will be completed by the end of 2023. The second factory introduced a storm water reuse system, and was built as an eco-friendly building and certified as LEED Silver by USGBC. Furthermore, we hope to continue to grow in Costa Rica by constructing a recycled yarn manufacturing factory as well as our fourth factory, in line with the global sustainability trends."
Founded in 1986, Sae-A Trading, a subsidiary of Global Sae-A Group, has become one of the world's largest apparel manufacturers and exporters. Currently, 60,000 associates at 40 factories in the CAFTA countries and ten countries in Asia manufacture more than 2.6 million articles of clothing every day with yarn supplied by Sae-A Spinning.
Sae-A Spinning manufactures yarn every day with its cutting-edge technology and the productive labor and talent of Costa Ricans. The yarn is sent to sewing factories to produce finished products for famous fashion brands in the US and Europe.
CINDE's Managing Director Jorge Sequeira congratulated Sae-A on its impressive growth in Costa Rica. "The company is one of the success stories of our strategy to invest in new regions, as well as a great opportunity to attract investment in other parts of Costa Rica in line with the trends of nearshoring and friendshoring that seek a market close to primarily North America, or its allies with political, social and economic stability."
The establishment and operation of Sae-A Spinning in Costa Rica is an important milestone for the company as it has become the first company to perform vertical integration in the apparel manufacturing industry for all production processes, from spinning to weaving, dyeing, and sewing. Currently, the company produces 18 million kilograms of yarn per year.
Global Sae-A Group, headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, is the world's largest apparel exporter and manufacturer, with over 60,000 associates across 10 countries, 24 offices and 40 factories worldwide.
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2022-08-19T14:09:21+00:00
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uppermichiganssource.com
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https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/prnewswire/2022/08/19/global-sae-a-group-completes-construction-second-spinning-mill-costa-rica/
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Commissioner: Here are four reasons to vote 'yes' on Oklahoma County jail bond issue
Oklahoma County’s three county commissioners have joined in a bipartisan effort to present a $260 million bond issue to the voters on June 28 to finally begin the work of replacing our aging and inadequate county jail.
There are four good reasons to vote yes on this proposal.
- First, the bonds will replace existing bonds that are being paid off, meaning no tax increases for county property owners. Your millage will remain the same.
- Second, a new county jail is essential to keep us safe. It’s vital for the safety of those incarcerated there and those who work there, but most of all for the safety of Oklahoma County’s residents. A burglar in jail can’t break into your car, home or business. A robber in jail won’t be mugging your grandmother. Jailed sex offenders pose no threat to your children or grandchildren.
- Third, every penny of the proposed $260 million will be spent with full disclosure. The resolution calling for a vote on June 28 also will establish a citizen advisory board to oversee how and where the funds are spent. This is in keeping with the philosophy behind the jail trust we established two years ago to oversee the operations and management of the jail.
- Finally, we must keep in mind that the federal Department of Justice has been monitoring the conditions at the jail for a decade or more. It is entirely possible that DOJ could descend on us tomorrow with a decree mandating an immediate tax increase and construction of a new jail on their terms, rather than ours.
The total cost of the new jail has been estimated at $300 million. The bonds on the June ballot will pay all but about $40 million of that total, which I am confident can be made up from other sources. We are still investigating the possible use of federal pandemic relief dollars, and we will be in discussions with other users of the jail like the municipalities in Oklahoma County. There may also be public safety grant funds available. Given public approval on June 28, I am certain we can backfill the remaining dollars.
There is no debate on the need for a new jail. Most local elected officials are in agreement, and we are unanimous in our support for this bond issue. Now it’s your turn. I ask you to join us in voting yes for a safer Oklahoma County.
Brian Maughan is the chair of the Board of County Commissioners.
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2022-04-10T13:18:49+00:00
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oklahoman.com
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https://www.oklahoman.com/story/opinion/2022/04/10/official-reasons-vote-yes-oklahoma-county-jail-bond-issue/9460825002/
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(The Conversation) – Several Texas abortion funds – which are charities that help people who can’t afford to get an abortion pay for their travel, lodging and medical bills – paused disbursements on June 24, 2022, after the Supreme Court ruled that Americans have no constitutional right to the procedure.
The Lilith, Equal Access, Frontera and other funds said they were taking this step to assess the legal consequences of the court’s ruling in Texas, which already had some of the nation’s strictest abortion laws. Abortion funds in some other states, including Oklahoma, were also reportedly halting their work.
Some funds active in Texas made this decision based on concerns that their financial assistance to women seeking abortions may now be illegal in that state, as well as fears that their donors could also be sued for violating Texas law.
But as an expert on reproductive rights and First Amendment law who has argued before the Supreme Court, I believe that donating to abortion funds – even in places where helping people get abortions is illegal – is protected by the U.S. Constitution.
Precedent in Schaumburg, Illinois
The Supreme Court has ruled on several occasions that fundraising, whether it’s by charitable organizations or political candidates, is a form of speech protected by the First Amendment.
The court handed down the first relevant ruling in 1980, with its Schaumburg v. Citizens for a Better Environment decision. The court struck down an Illinois city ordinance that had prohibited charitable organizations from soliciting contributions unless 75% or more of their revenue was used directly for charitable purposes, rather than for salaries, administration and overhead costs.
The city of Schaumburg had defended that ordinance by contending it regulated conduct involving commercial transactions and was necessary to prevent fundraising for fraudulent causes. The Supreme Court rejected this characterization, asserting that fundraising is a form of protected speech because it is “intertwined with informative and perhaps persuasive speech seeking support for particular causes or for particular views on economic, political, or social issues.”
The court further noted that without the right to seek and receive donations, “the flow of information and advocacy would likely cease.”
Campaign contributions as free speech
Several campaign finance rulings have reinforced the Schaumberg ruling.
The best-known among them is Citizen’s United v. Federal Election Commission. Two other key rulings are Buckley v. Valeo, which preceded the Schaumberg case, and McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission. All three established that contributions to political candidates, and spending by those candidates, is a form of speech protected by the First Amendment.
In the eyes of the law, seeking donations and making contributions are two sides of the same coin. The Supreme Court has said that both are important ways to show support for political preferences, advance ideas and advocate for policy changes.
The First Amendment right to solicit or give funds is not limited to charitable organizations or candidates. Simply panhandling on the street, the most basic form of soliciting funds, is entitled to First Amendment protection, according to several lower federal courts.
The right to donate – to controversial causes
The Supreme Court has also held that the freedom of association principle embodied in the First Amendment protects the right to support a cause by making donations or paying dues.
Based on the freedom of association, which includes the right to join together with others for social or political purposes, the court has been very protective of the right of donors to remain anonymous. That has especially been the case for donors who support controversial causes and when revealing their identity might subject them to harassment, threats, public hostility or other forms of reprisal.
In 1958, the Supreme Court ruled in NAACP v. Alabama that the First Amendment barred Alabama from forcing the NAACP to disclose the names of its members or donors who resided in the state. The court pragmatically recognized that compelling disclosure of supporters of a civil rights group in Alabama in the 1950s could endanger the donors.
Protecting both sides
This First Amendment principle of protecting the speech and the rights of donors to fund charitable causes guards both sides of the political spectrum.
In July 2021, for example, the Supreme Court decided a case brought by two organizations considered to be conservative: the Americans for Prosperity Foundation and the Thomas More Law Center. The two organizations challenged a California law that required them to disclose the names of their donors who gave more than $5,000.
California tried to justify this law as necessary to prevent fraud by registered charities – the same “preventing fraud” rationale that Schaumburg had unsuccessfully asserted as the reason it needed to restrict charitable solicitation.
Relying on the NAACP case among others, the Court held in Americans for Prosperity Foundation v. Bonta that the compelled disclosure requirement violated the donors’ right to freedom of association.
Based on this body of law, the First Amendment protects the right of abortion funds to seek contributions and to make contributions to individuals in Texas and other states where abortion is illegal to support their activities. The First Amendment also protects the right of people to make donations to abortion funds.
Restricting financial help for abortions in Texas
A 2021 Texas law known as Senate Bill 8 prohibits “aiding and abetting” an abortion after six weeks into pregnancy. The measure specifically mentions providing financial assistance as a form of aiding and abetting.
The law authorizes any person in the world to bring a civil damages lawsuit against anyone who “aids and abets” an abortion, and to recover attorneys’ fees in addition to at least $10,000.
One reason why abortion funds might be leery right now is that Texas law permits someone to seek a court order to force others to hand over information that might provide a basis for suing them.
Two individuals have already sought such an order to require the Lilith Fund to disclose information about its funding and donors in order to determine if they violated the 2021 restriction on “aiding and abetting” an abortion by giving money.
The Thomas More Law Society – the same organization that successfully asked the Supreme Court to protect it from having to disclose its donors – is representing the people seeking donor information from the Lilith Fund, and tweeted that Lilith Fund donors could face legal action for violating the Texas abortion law’s aiding and abetting prohibition.
A Texas trial court judge has found that the provisions authorizing anyone to sue someone who provides or “aids and abets” an abortion likely violate the Texas Constitution, and has temporarily enjoined the law, meaning that it is on hold pending appeal.
The case is likely to go to the Texas Supreme Court. How that court rules will have a great impact on the liability risk faced by the Lilith Fund for providing financial assistance to women to help them get an abortion. While the legal process is playing out, the Lilith Fund is trying to minimize its legal risk by suspending the distribution of money to women.
If the Texas appellate courts eventually uphold S.B.8, the ban on providing financial assistance to Texas women could be enforced. In that event, the Lilith Fund would be able to make a strong case that they don’t need to reveal any information because of First Amendment protections.
The right to disburse money
If states try to punish abortion funds – or individuals – for providing a woman with financial assistance to get an abortion in another state where it remains legal, including the money required to travel there, that would likely violate the Constitution.
Giving money to people who want to obtain a legal abortion would not be “aiding and abetting” a crime. Moreover, the Constitution protects the right to interstate travel. The freedom to cross state lines is a right deeply embedded in U.S. history dating to the Articles of Confederation, prior to the Bill of Rights.
Assisting someone with obtaining a legal abortion by giving them money also could be protected as a form of free speech because it can be one aspect of advocating for and supporting the right to legal abortion. Disbursing these funds could also be protected under the Constitution as an aspect of the freedom to associate with women who seek legal abortions – by giving them financial support.
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2022-07-02T14:58:03+00:00
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ourquadcities.com
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https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/national-news/donating-to-help-women-get-abortions-is-a-first-amendment-right-protected-by-supreme-court-precedents/
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2023-03-19T15:30:09+00:00
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https://www.klcc.org/tags/oregon-innocence-project
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Mavericks tout title shot with Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic pairing
Posted/updated on: February 8, 2023 at 1:33 pmByTIM MACMAHON
SALT LAKE CITY — Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd brushed aside questions about newly acquired guard Kyrie Irving’s past controversies and future contract negotiations, preferring to focus on his belief that pairing Irving with fellow All-Star starter Luka Doncic cracks open a championship window for the franchise.
The Mavs pounced on the opportunity to acquire a legitimate co-star for Doncic, agreeing to a blockbuster deal for Irving and veteran forward Markieff Morris on Sunday, two days after Irving requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets in the wake of fizzled contract extension discussions. Dallas sent starters Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith, an unprotected 2029 first-round pick and two second-round picks to Brooklyn to land Irving with no assurances that he will remain with the Mavs after his contract expires at the end of the season.
“You look at his journey at other stops, he’s won where he’s gone,” Kidd said before Monday night’s 124-111 road win against the Utah Jazz, just after the trade was made official. “We feel that the talent and his abilities to make us better are something that we needed. We feel that getting him is going to help put us in a position to win a championship.”
Irving, 30, is expected to join the Mavs for practice Tuesday in Los Angeles and play the next night against the LA Clippers. He’s an eight-time All-Star who has earned a reputation as one of the league’s most brilliant offensive creators during his career with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics and Nets, averaging 23.3 points and 5.7 assists per game in 12 NBA seasons.
Irving won a title with the Cavaliers in 2015-16, hitting the game-winning shot in the final minute of Game 7 in the NBA Finals, but controversy has swirled around him with each of his previous teams. He requested to be traded from Cleveland in 2017, following three consecutive Finals appearances alongside LeBron James, left Boston in free agency after two seasons and had several dramatic sagas during his 3½ seasons in Brooklyn.
Irving was suspended for eight games in November as part of the fallout for posting a link on Twitter to a film containing antisemitic tropes. He wouldn’t get vaccinated against COVID-19 and, because of New York City workplace rules, had to miss most of Brooklyn’s home games last season. He also took two leaves of absence during the 2020-21 season.
And Irving twice made trade requests, one before this season that he rescinded and the second last week with the Nets in fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings.
“It’s easy to look at all the talk of the negative, but let’s look at the positive of what he’s done on and off the court,” Kidd said. “That’s the way we’re approaching it.”
Kidd, who along with Doncic pushed for the trade, has long had a relationship with Irving, as has Dallas general manager and former longtime Nike executive Nico Harrison.
Kidd, who led the New Jersey Nets to two Finals appearances before winning a title with the Mavs during his playing career, was one of Irving’s favorite players during Irving’s childhood growing up in New Jersey. They got to know each other while sharing a personal trainer, Robin Pound, and Irving made a point to attend Kidd’s Hall of Fame induction.
“He’s all about basketball,” Kidd said. “He wants to win, and he wants to be coached, and this is a great opportunity for me to have someone like this to help.”
Irving’s arrival fills the Mavs’ top personnel priority: Finding a legitimate co-star for Doncic, who is tied with Philadelphia’s Joel Embiid for the league lead in scoring at 33.4 points per game and ranks seventh in assists (8.2) despite frequently facing traps to force the ball out of his hands as he crosses half court. Dallas will dare teams to double-team Doncic when he shares the floor with Irving, who is averaging 27.1 points and 5.3 assists per game this season.
“Pick your poison,” said Mavs reserve forward Theo Pinson, a former Nets teammate of Irving’s. “It’s one of those things where I don’t know what you do. Personally, I really don’t. You can trap Luka all you want now. We swing it to another killer. It’s going to be fun to watch.”
Dallas, which is 29-26 and fifth in the West, has scored at a league-best rate with Doncic running the offense (118.7 points per 100 possessions) and league-worst rate when he isn’t on the floor (106.8). That disparity has exposed a flaw created by the departure of guard Jalen Brunson to the New York Knicks in free agency following last season’s run to the Western Conference finals.
As long as Irving is available, that’s no longer a concern for the Mavs.
“When you look at Kai, nothing against [Brunson], but Kai is at a different level,” Kidd said. “This gives us another weapon. Someone is going to be free. Someone is going to have the advantage.”
It isn’t yet clear when Doncic and Irving will make their first appearance as a duo. Doncic will join the team in Los Angeles on Wednesday, but he is still recovering from a right heel contusion suffered last week and will not play against the Clippers. His status for Friday’s game in Sacramento has yet to be determined.
While Kidd anticipates an adjustment period, he’s confident that Dallas will dominate offensively with Irving and Doncic, noting that Doncic is frequently compared to James. Kidd joked about Doncic adapting to share the ball with another superstar.
“When you look at the usage, it’s at 99.9, so it has to come down,” Kidd said, slightly exaggerating Doncic’s career-high 38.5 usage rate. “It’s going to come down. And that’s a healthy thing. It’s not a bad thing. … Actually, he’ll be stronger in the fourth. The team will be better. Then the trust between the two — it’s going to take some time to get that rhythm and trust, but Kai is about winning.”
The trade wasn’t made to help a Dallas defense that has slipped from seventh last season to 24th in efficiency. Finney-Smith was considered the Mavs’ best defender, frequently drawing the assignment of guarding the opponent’s best scorer. The Mavs have prioritized adding defensive upgrades in the final days before the trade deadline, shopping shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. and center/power forward Christian Wood, sources told ESPN.
Whether or not Dallas makes any more trades, Kidd believes that teams will have a hard time keeping up with the Doncic- and Irving-led Mavs.
“We’re still going to preach defense, being able to get stops, but there’s going to be nights where we’re going to try to make you feel uncomfortable on the offensive end with scoring 130 or 140,” Kidd said. “Some nights, you’re going to have to use the offense as your defense, but Kai’s going to compete on the defensive end. Luka’s going to compete on the defensive end. But when you look at the offensive end — can we put pressure on the opponent, and are they going to be comfortable to be able to score that many points?”
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2023-02-08T20:09:24+00:00
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ktbb.com
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https://ktbb.com/post/?p=1200783
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Teen Victory Program Provides Structure for Arizona Youth Ages 13-21
PHOENIX, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ASU Preparatory Academy South Phoenix announces a partnership with Elevated Education, a leader in academic reengagement. The partnership will offer students and their families academic reengagement, and positive mentoring for youth through a project funded by the Arizona Governor's Office.
"Covid exacerbated an already challenging academic climate for many students who were on the precipice of dropping out," said James Meehan, CEO of Elevated Education. "Our innovative Teen Victory Program provides a positive alternative to teens and young adults seeking to reengage in their academics, offering opportunities for youth of diverse economic backgrounds to gain skills for academic success, relationship building with others, building a positive self-image, as well as connection to their local community, so we are thrilled to partner with ASU Prep in a joint effort to begin the process of academic reengagement and hope for a brighter future."
The Program's objectives include a wholistic approach to reengagement:
- Analysis of participant's education history
- Academic mentoring/coaching
- Develop individualized learning plan
- School reengagement
- Student Victory Team meetings (students, parents/guardians, school counselors, elevated mentor)
- Ongoing mentoring throughout the school year
"Here at ASU Prep South Phoenix, our students have obstacles that we may not know about," said Dr. Taime Bengochea, ASU Prep South Phoenix K-12 Principal. "It is so exciting to be partnered with Elevated Education and their Teen Victory Program so that our students can get extra support to re-engage with our school. With our partnership, Elevated can support those families who may not want to share information about their circumstances back into our school community. I look forward to the success we can achieve together for our families and students."
For more information on how your school, school district or student can take advantage of this one-of-a-kind program, please fill out the online form, call 602-641-4495 or e-mail info@elevatedteens.com.
Elevated Education's mission is to cultivate a rigorous and innovative environment that focuses on each teen's unique abilities and needs to foster profound transformative growth and learning through alternative education and programs. The Elevated Education team has reengaged and educated thousands of teen students over the years.
ASU Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free college preparatory school that serves students in grades K-12. We are chartered by Arizona State University with the goal of helping each student Prep for college. Prep for careers. Prep for life.
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2022-09-30T16:39:24+00:00
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https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2022/09/30/asu-prep-south-phoenix-partners-with-elevated-education-reengage-youth/
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By SYLVIA HUI
Associated Press
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s response to the increase in migrants crossing the English Channel on small boats is poor and officials are clearly overwhelmed on some days, an independent inspection found in a report published Thursday.
The review by David Neal, the chief inspector of borders and immigration, was among critical reports published this week on the British government’s handling of migration.
Authorities have been struggling to cope with increasing numbers of people fleeing countries such as Afghanistan, Somalia and Iraq to seek asylum and better opportunities in the U.K. Since the start of the year, around 15,100 people have reached British shores after crossing the English Channel — one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes — from France in unseaworthy vessels like rubber dinghies. The figure is almost double the 7,735 recorded last summer.
On April 13, 651 people made the crossing in 18 boats — the highest daily total so far this year.
“The volume is unprecedented, and on some days the system is clearly overwhelmed,” Neal said.
“Systems, processes and resourcing pathways, which months into the crisis should be routine, codified, auditable and familiar, have been delivered at ‘best effort.’ This is not good enough,” he added.
Neal described the department’s data as “inexcusably awful” and said its security check equipment was “often first generation and unreliable.”
The inspector said his report was submitted to Home Secretary Priti Patel in February, and should have been published in April. He said he was “frustrated” by the way the Home Office sat on his findings for months before publishing them on Thursday.
The Home Office said it has accepted all of Neal’s recommendations and it has already changed the way it managed migrants arriving in small boats.
A separate independent report, also published Thursday, said U.K. border officials have been “ineffective” and “possibly counter-productive” in preventing migrants from making small boat journeys to British shores.
That review, by former Australian immigration minister Alexander Downer, said the U.K. Border Force’s boats aren’t designed for conducting search and rescue operations.
British authorities have been criticized for their increasingly tough measures to try to stop the small boat crossings. In April, the government agreed a controversial deal with Rwanda to deport some migrants who entered the U.K. illegally to the east African country.
The first such deportation flight was scheduled to take off last month, but the plane was grounded after a last-minute intervention from the European Court of Human Rights.
Opponents, including Church of England leaders and the U.N. refugee agency, have condemned the move as immoral and inhumane.
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2022-07-21T20:43:07+00:00
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wtmj.com
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https://wtmj.com/national/2022/07/21/report-uk-clearly-overwhelmed-by-surge-in-migrant-crossings/
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How Fed’s interest rate hike could affect credit card debt, auto loans
NEW YORK (AP) — The Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate yet again in its drive to cool inflation, a move that will directly affect most Americans.
On Wednesday, the central bank boosted its benchmark rate by a quarter-point to 5.1%. Rates on credit cards, mortgages and auto loans, which have been surging since the Fed began raising rates last year, all stand to rise even more. The result will be more burdensome loan costs for both consumers and businesses.
On the other hand, many banks are now offering higher rates on savings accounts, giving savers the opportunity to earn more interest.
Economists worry, though, that the Fed’s streak of 10 rate hikes since March 2022 could eventually cause the economy to slow too much and cause a recession.
Here’s what to know:
WHAT’S PROMPTING THE RATE INCREASES?
The short answer: inflation. Inflation has been slowing in recent months, but it’s still high. Measured over a year earlier, consumer prices were up 5% in March, down sharply from February’s 6% year-over-year increase.
The Fed’s goal is to slow consumer spending, thereby reducing demand for homes, cars and other goods and services, eventually cooling the economy and lowering prices.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell has acknowledged in the past that aggressively raising rates would bring “some pain” for households but said that doing so is necessary to crush high inflation.
WHO IS MOST AFFECTED?
Anyone borrowing money to make a large purchase, such as a home, car or large appliance, will likely take a hit. The new rate will also increase monthly payments and costs for any consumer who is already paying interest on credit card debt.
“Consumers should focus on building up emergency savings and paying down debt,” said Greg McBride, Bankrate.com’s chief financial analyst. “Even if this proves to be the final Fed rate hike, interest rates are still high and will remain that way.”
WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH CREDIT CARDS?
Even before the Fed’s latest move, credit card borrowing had reached the highest level since 1996, according to Bankrate.com.
The most recent data available showed that 46% of people were carrying debt from month to month, up from 39% a year ago. Total credit card balances were $986 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022, according to the Fed, a record high, though that amount isn’t adjusted for inflation.
For those who don’t qualify for low-rate credit cards because of weak credit scores, the higher interest rates are already affecting their balances.
HOW WILL AN INCREASE AFFECT CREDIT CARD RATES?
The Fed doesn’t directly dictate how much interest you pay on your credit card debt. But the Fed’s rate is the basis for your bank’s prime rate. In combination with other factors, such as your credit score, the prime rate helps determine the Annual Percentage Rate, or APR, on your credit card.
The latest increase will likely raise the APR on your credit card 0.25%. So, if you have a 20.9% rate, which is the average according to the Fed’s data, it might increase to 21.15%.
If you don’t carry a balance from month to month, the APR is less important.
But suppose you have a $4,000 credit balance and your interest rate is 20%. If you made only a fixed payment of $110 per month, it would take you a bit under five years to pay off your credit card debt, and you would pay about $2,200 in interest.
If your APR increased by a percentage point, paying off your balance would take two months longer and cost an additional $215.
WHAT IF I HAVE MONEY TO SAVE?
After years of paying low rates for savers, some banks are finally offering better interest on deposits. Though the increases may seem small, compounding interest adds up over the years.
Interest on savings accounts doesn’t always track what the Fed does. But as rates have continued to rise, some banks have improved their terms for savers as well. Even if you’re only keeping modest savings in your bank account, you could make more significant gains over the long term by finding an account with a better rate.
While the biggest national banks have yet to dramatically change the rates on their savings accounts (clocking in at an average of just 0.23%, according to Bankrate), some mid-size and smaller banks have made changes more in line with the Fed’s moves.
Online banks in particular — which save money by not having brick-and-mortar branches and associated expenses — are now offering savings accounts with annual percentage yields of between 3% and 4%, or even higher, as well as 4% or higher on one-year Certificates of Deposit (CDs). Some promotional rates can reach as high as 5%.
WILL THIS AFFECT HOME OWNERSHIP?
Last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported that the average rate on the benchmark 30-year mortgage edged up to 6.43% from 6.39% the week prior. A year ago, the average rate was lower: 5.10%. Higher rates can add hundreds of dollars a month to mortgage payments.
Rates for 30-year mortgages usually track the moves in the 10-year Treasury yield. Rates can also be influenced by investors’ expectations for future inflation, global demand for U.S. Treasuries and what the Fed does.
Most mortgages last for decades, so if you already have a mortgage, you won’t be impacted. But if you’re looking to buy and already paying more for food, gas and other necessities, a higher mortgage rate could put home ownership out of reach.
WHAT IF I WANT TO BUY A CAR?
With shortages of computer chips and other parts easing, automakers are producing more vehicles. Many are even reducing prices or offering limited discounts. But rising loan rates and lower used-vehicle trade-in values have erased much of the savings on monthly payments.
Since the Fed began raising rates in March 2022, the average new-vehicle loan rate has jumped from 4.5% to 7%, according to Edmunds data. Used vehicle loans dropped slightly to 11.1%. Loan durations average around 70 months — nearly six years — for new and used vehicles.
Largely because of rate increases, the average monthly payment for both new and used vehicles has risen since March 2022, Edmunds says. The average new vehicle payment is up $72 to $729, Edmunds says. For used vehicles, the payment rose $20 a month to $546.
The higher rates will keep out of the market people who have the ability to wait for more favorable terms, said Joseph Yoon, Edmunds’ consumer insights analyst.
“But with inventory levels improving, it’s a matter of time before discounts and incentives start coming back into the equation,” attracting more buyers, Yoon said.
New vehicle average prices are down from the end of last year to $47,749. But they’re still high compared with even a year ago. The average used vehicle price dropped 7% from last May’s peak, to $28,729, but prices are edging back up.
Financing a new vehicle now costs $8,655 in interest. Analysts say that’s enough to chase many out of the auto market.
Any Fed rate increase is typically passed through to auto borrowers, though it will be offset a bit by subsidized rates from manufacturers.
WHAT ABOUT MY JOB?
The nation’s employers kept hiring in March, adding a healthy 236,000 jobs. The unemployment rate fell to 3.5%, just above the 53-year low of 3.4% set in January. At the same time, the report from the Labor Department suggested a slowdown, with pay growth also easing.
Some economists argue that layoffs could help slow rising prices, and that a tight labor market fuels wage growth and higher inflation.
Economists expect the unemployment rate to go up to 3.6% in April, a slight increase from January’s half-century low of 3.4%.
WILL THIS AFFECT STUDENT LOANS?
Borrowers who take out new private student loans should prepare to pay more as as rates increase. The current range for federal loans is between about 5% and 7.5%.
That said, payments on federal student loans are suspended with zero interest until summer 2023 as part of an emergency measure put in place early in the pandemic. President Joe Biden has also announced some loan forgiveness, of up to $10,000 for most borrowers, and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients — a policy that’s now being challenged in the courts.
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AP Business Writers Christopher Rugaber in Washington, Tom Krisher in Detroit and Damian Troise and Ken Sweet in New York contributed to this report.
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2023-05-03T20:47:15+00:00
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kwtx.com
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https://www.kwtx.com/2023/05/03/how-fed-increase-could-affect-credit-card-debt-auto-loans/
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PRINCETON, N.J., July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami International Holdings, Inc. (MIH) today reported June 2022 trading results for its U.S. exchange subsidiaries – MIAX®, MIAX Pearl® and MIAX Emerald® (together, the MIAX Exchange Group™), and Minneapolis Grain Exchange (MGEX™).
June 2022 Trading Volume Highlights
- Total U.S. multi-listed options market share for the MIAX Exchange Group reached 13.74%, down 171 basis points year-over-year (YoY) and representing an 11.1% decrease. A total of 101.9 million multi-listed options contracts were executed on the MIAX Exchange Group, representing a 20.2% decrease YoY and an average daily volume (ADV) of 4,852,472 contracts. Total year-to-date (YTD) volume reached a record 662.8 million contracts, an increase of 2.6% from the same period in 2021.
- MIAX Options reported record YTD volume of 273.2 million contracts, up 12.1% from the same period in 2021, with volume reaching 42.9 million contracts in June 2022, a 22.6% YoY decrease. MIAX Emerald reported record YTD volume of 171.1 million contracts, a 5.7% increase from the same period in 2021, with volume totaling 22.4 million contracts in June 2022, a 16.4% YoY decrease. MIAX Pearl reported YTD volume of 218.4 million contracts, a 9.1% decrease from the same period in 2021, with volume totaling 36.6 million contracts in June 2022, a 19.5% YoY decrease.
- In U.S. equities, MIAX Pearl Equities™ reported monthly volume of 2.4 billion shares in June 2022, representing a 236.1% increase YoY and a market share of 0.89%. Total YTD volume reached a record 15.3 billion shares, a 513.5% increase from the same period in 2021.
- MGEX, a Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO), reported trading volume of 347,471 contracts in June 2022, a 15.8% decrease YoY. Total YTD volume reached a record 1,787,014 contracts, an increase of 0.2% from the same period in 2021.
- SPIKES® Futures volume totaled 63,343 contracts in June 2022, a 53.4% increase from the 41,289 contract total in May 2022 and representing an ADV of 3,016 contracts.
Additional MIAX Exchange Group and MGEX volume details are included in the following tables.
About MIAX
MIAX's parent holding company, Miami International Holdings, Inc., owns Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC (MIAX®), MIAX PEARL, LLC (MIAX Pearl®), MIAX Emerald, LLC (MIAX Emerald®), Minneapolis Grain Exchange, LLC (MGEX™), and Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX™).
MIAX, MIAX Pearl and MIAX Emerald are national securities exchanges registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that are enabled by state-of-the-art, in-house built, proprietary technology providing industry-leading speed and performance to their member firms trading listed options on all three exchanges as well as cash equities through MIAX Pearl Equities™. MIAX also serves as the exclusive exchange venue for cash-settled options on the SPIKES® Volatility Index (Ticker: SPIKE), a measure of the expected 30-day volatility in the SPDR® S&P 500® ETF (SPY).
MGEX is a registered exchange with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and is a Notice Registered Securities Futures Product Exchange with the SEC. MGEX serves as the exclusive market for a variety of products including Hard Red Spring Wheat, SPIKES Futures, BRIXX Commercial Real Estate Futures and TAX Futures. MGEX is a Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO) under the CFTC, providing DCM, DCO and cash market services in an array of asset classes.
BSX is a leading electronic international securities market regulated by the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) specializing in the listing and trading of capital market instruments such as equities, debt issues, funds, hedge funds, derivative warrants and insurance linked securities. A full member of the World Federation of Exchanges and affiliate member of the International Organization of Securities Commissions, BSX is globally recognized, including by the SEC.
MIAX's executive offices and National Operations Center are located in Princeton, N.J., with additional offices located in Miami, FL, Minneapolis, MN, and Hamilton, Bermuda.
To learn more about MIAX visit www.MIAXOptions.com.
To learn more about MGEX visit www.mgex.com.
To learn more about BSX visit www.bsx.com.
Disclaimer and Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
The press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any securities of Miami International Holdings, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries, the Company), and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer; solicitation or sale would be unlawful. This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements describe future expectations, plans, results, or strategies and are generally preceded by words such as "may," "future," "plan" or "planned," "will" or "should," "expected," "anticipates," "draft," "eventually" or "projected." You are cautioned that such statements are subject to a multitude of risks and uncertainties that could cause future circumstances, events, or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements, including the risks that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements.
All third-party trademarks (including logos and icons) referenced by the Company remain the property of their respective owners. Unless specifically identified as such, the Company's use of third-party trademarks does not indicate any relationship, sponsorship, or endorsement between the owners of these trademarks and the Company. Any references by the Company to third-party trademarks is to identify the corresponding third-party goods and/or services and shall be considered nominative fair use under the trademark law.
Media Contact:
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2022-07-08T14:59:06+00:00
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Cougars 6, Giants 0
First Period
1. Prince George, Ziemmer 32 (Wheatcroft, Heidt) 11:28 (pp).
Penalties — Eastman Pg (cross checking) 5:05; Kmec Pg (delay of game) 6:27; Palmieri Van (unsportsmanlike cnd.) 11:08; Palmieri Van, Dubinsky Pg (major, major-fighting) 11:08; Wheatcroft Pg (interference) 13:30; Eastman Pg (interference) 17:30.
Second Period
2. Prince George, Wiebe 14 (Wheatcroft, Kmec) 13:17.
3. Prince George, Heidt 22 (Samson, Thornton) 19:12 (pp).
Penalties — Thorpe Van (tripping) 14:59; Dowhaniuk Pg (tripping) 16:16; Anderson Van (interference) 18:32.
Third Period
4. Prince George, Thornton 16 (Heidt, Wheatcroft) 3:08 (pp).
5. Prince George, Wheatcroft 40 (Wiebe) 11:56.
6. Prince George, Brown 15 (Dezainde) 15:49.
Penalties — Haynes Van (high sticking) 2:53; Palmieri Van (double minor, roughing) 12:36; Wheatcroft Pg (roughing) 12:36; Bochek Van, Wheatcroft Pg (misconduct, 10-minute misconduct) 17:32.
Shots on goal by
Goal — Vancouver: Vikman (L, ). Prince George: Brennan (W, ).
Power plays (goals-chances) — Vancouver: 0-5; Prince George: 3-5.
Referees — Josh Albinati, Mike Campbell. Linesmen — Nick Albinati, Tyler Garden.
Attendance — 1,954 at Prince George.
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2023-03-01T06:28:49+00:00
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ourmidland.com
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https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/hko-whl-sums-vancouver-prince-george-17812368.php
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The new season of 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? has the franchise's most memorable couples going through shocking changes. In the first trailer for the brand new season, the honeymoon phase is definitely over for the couples, and it appears Angela and Michael are no longer even together.
Aside from Angela and Michael, the new season features fan favorites Big Ed and Liz, Jenny and Sumit, Jovi and Yara, Kim and Usman, and Elizabeth and Andrei. In the trailer that dropped on Wednesday, 56-year-old Angela shockingly has a new man in her life after undergoing multiple plastic surgery procedures and going through hard times with 34-year-old Michael, who appears to still be in Nigeria. Angela is seen video chatting with a man from Canada, whom she calls her "sexy baby" while he calls her "angel." She then giddily asks about visiting him in Canada and he responds with a big smile on his face.
"I've gave nothing but loyalty to Michael for five years," Angela tells cameras. "But at this point, I gotta do what I gotta do for me."
Meanwhile, 56-year-old Big Ed and 29-year-old Liz aren't doing great after their engagement. The two have a big fight and Ed questions if Liz is a lesbian. Interestingly enough, Ed's ex Rose also turned out to be bisexual after she dumped him.
"I'm tired of your dishonesty," Ed heatedly tells Liz. "She was physically all over you. ... Are you a lesbian?"
As for 63-year-old Jenny and 33-year-old Sumit, clearly, finally getting married didn't solve their issues. In the trailer, the two get into a screaming match and she says she's tired of "taking all this abuse." Things spiral out of control when she pushes him and tells him to get away from her "forever."
The new season of 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? premieres Sunday, Aug. 28 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on TLC and discovery+.
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2022-07-13T23:22:31+00:00
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Nashville Walgreens worker shoots pregnant woman accused of shoplifting, police say
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV/Gray News) - Metro Nashville Police are investigating a shooting of a pregnant woman accused of shoplifting at an East Nashville drug store Wednesday night.
Homicide detectives are investigating the self-defense claim of a Walgreens team leader, 21-year-old Mitarius Boyd, who shot the suspected shoplifter in the store parking lot on Gallatin Avenue just before 8 p.m., according to police.
Police say the woman, 34-year-old Travonsha Ferguson, was seven months pregnant and is in critical but stable condition at Vanderbilt Medical Center.
An emergency cesarian section was performed to deliver the child, who was not injured by the gunfire and is also in critical but stable condition, according to police.
Police said their investigation shows that Boyd was told by another employee that two women were stealing items from the store. He claimed he saw the women placing items into a store cart and into a large over-the-shoulder bag.
He then began recording the women with his cell phone and followed them as they exited the store without paying for the items, according to police. Boyd said the women started putting the items into the trunk of their car, and he approached the rear side of the vehicle.
He said that one of the women sprayed him with a can of Mace, and that’s when Boyd said he pulled out his gun and began shooting.
He said he was in fear and didn’t know if they were armed, police said. The women fled the scene in their car. Boyd then went back into the store and called 911.
The other women took Ferguson to General Hospital and drove away. Ferguson had multiple gunshot wounds and was taken by ambulance to Vanderbilt Medical Center.
Police said Boyd cooperated with police, and his gun and cell phone were seized.
Once the investigation is complete, detectives will take their findings to the District Attorney’s Office for a determination as to whether Boyd will face charges.
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2023-04-13T18:38:51+00:00
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newschannel10.com
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https://www.newschannel10.com/2023/04/13/nashville-walgreens-worker-shoots-pregnant-woman-accused-shoplifting-police-say/
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Global Expansion with 110% Year-Over-Year Growth Rates and International Hires Contribute to Company's Strong Performance Worldwide
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Planful Inc., the pioneer of financial performance management cloud software, today announced significant momentum in its international operations, recording 110% year-over-year growth ending June 2022. New customer acquisitions worldwide, new office openings to support global growth, and new hires in its India, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia regions signal major progress toward the company's international expansion objectives.
Planful increased its roster of EMEA resellers by 200% and expanded its presence in the APAC region. The company recently signed a partnership with Forpoint Solutions, a best-in-class cloud solution provider for finance teams based in Australia and New Zealand. Planful also drove 80% customer growth in the UK and Europe, adding brands like Aiven, Kin + Carta, Ten Lifestyle Group, Brompton, and Kognity as customers.
"It's been a remarkable change with Planful as we now have a database of financial information that lets us quickly report and look at trends. Planful has turned us into a more effective team that, instead of just creating reports, we have an even greater understanding of what's going on across the Group. That gives us the opportunity to add value." said Niall Jameson, Head of Group Reporting at Grafton Group.
Planful's operations in Canada have more than doubled year-over-year while the UK team has grown six-fold. The company continues to expand in India and held a successful hiring event in Indore in the second quarter of 2022, adding to its existing team in Hyderabad. Planful earned Great Place to Work® certification for its operations in the U.S., Canada, India, and the UK. In Canada, Planful was also recognized on the 2022 Best Workplaces for Today's Youth list.
"Planful continues to grow worldwide because of the innovation and dedication of our team, posting new growth records, as they helped international customers rapidly transform and modernize their ways of working," said CEO Grant Halloran. "The financial performance management problems we solve are consistent throughout the world, with tens of thousands of companies still requiring our help, so we look forward to scaling even more."
Learn more about Planful at www.planful.com or view an interactive demo.
Planful is the pioneer of financial performance management cloud software. The Planful platform is used by the Office of the CFO around the globe to streamline business-wide planning, budgeting, consolidations, reporting, and visual analytics. Planful empowers users to plan confidently, close faster, and report accurately. More than 1000 customers, including Boston Red Sox, Del Monte, TGI Friday's, and 23andMe, rely on Planful to accelerate cycle times, increase productivity, and improve accuracy across the end-to-end FP&A process. Planful is a private company backed by Vector Capital, a leading global private equity firm. Learn more at www.planful.com.
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2022-09-06T08:34:01+00:00
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Iconic Full-Service Restaurant Brand with 66 International Locations Drives Growth with Prime Regions Available
ATLANTA, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hooters®, the original American wing joint, continues to strengthen its global presence by opening four international locations year-to-date, and with two more in development set to open by the end of the year. The iconic brand has made international growth a centerpiece of its overall growth strategy, with vast whitespace available overseas and in the U.S.
Kicking off a momentous year for international franchise development, Hooters opened a location in Coacalco, Mexico in January which is just outside of Mexico City. Shortly to follow were openings in Durban, South Africa, an additional location in Mexico City, and one in Guatemala. A proof point of the franchise's flexible store model options, each of these locations have a unique format, with one being an express location. A focal point for all global units, these locations also provide localized offerings on each menu.
This news comes on the heels of impressive 2022 international development, in which Hooters opened new locations in Mexico, Canada and the U.K, marking a significant milestone – the world's largest Hooters.
"We have more than 27 years of international experience, let alone 40 years of being leaders within our industry," said Michael Arrowsmith, Chief Development Officer of HOA Brands, parent company to Hooters & Hoots Wings. "Our unaided brand awareness is one of the highest in the restaurant industry – there is nobody who does it quite like we do. From being a sought-after destination, to offering flexible store models, and simple operations, our franchise opportunity is truly one-of-a-kind."
With 18% of the Hooters brand being international, global growth will remain a fundamental piece of the overall franchise development strategy. Looking at its next era of growth, company leadership has identified Europe, Southeast Asia, and India as prime target markets, in addition to other worldwide regions that have a strong demand for iconic restaurant brands.
Many of Hooters' international franchisees are multi-unit owners, as they see the benefits that come with a widely recognized name and the backing of a 40-year proven franchise system. For example, spearheading the growth in South Africa is multi-unit franchisee Gordon Jestin, who owns six locations throughout the country.
"South Africa needed something special, a brand that would stand out against the rest, and that was Hooters," shared Jestin. "There isn't a person in the world who doesn't know what Hooters is. It's been a winning formula since 1983, and now 40 years later, you know the brand is here for the long run."
As an iconic brand with global appeal and 100 percent unaided brand awareness, Hooters looks to continue to advance international development while also focusing on U.S. development with prime territories available across the country. The brand is currently seeking single and multi-unit operators who are eager to join a legacy brand that leads its sector.
Hooters provides a full development support system, including site selection and construction assistance, marketing, operation, and access to existing supply chain systems. With over 40 years of experience in helping franchisees thrive and proven sales and operations performance, Hooters continues to seek qualified franchisees with an entrepreneurial spirit. As a thank you for their service to the United States, military veterans receive a 10 percent discount off the franchise fee.
The rising success of Hooters has not gone unnoticed, as the brand was ranked on the Nation's Restaurant News 2022 Top 500 list, and was named a Restaurant Power Player to watch in 2022 by FSR Magazine.
Hooters has earned its standing as an icon brand known for its famed Hooters Original Wings and popular All-American Hooters Girls®. Hooters Restaurants have long been among the most well-known neighborhood destinations for food, fun and sports viewing.
For more information on the Hooters franchise opportunity, visit https://www.hooters.com/franchising/.
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Hooters of America, LLC, is the franchisor and operator of more than 360 Hooters restaurants in 36 states and 17 countries. Known for its world-famous Hooters Style chicken wings, the first Hooters opened its doors in 1983 in Clearwater, Florida. Expectations were so modest at the time that the simple fact the doors opened was deemed worthy of a toast. Since then, millions have been liberated from the ordinary at Hooters while enjoying great food, fun and one-of-a-kind hospitality that can only be served up by the Hooters Girls. For more information about Hooters visit www.hooters.com or follow us at twitter.com/hooters, facebook.com/hooters, instagram.com/hooters or on Snapchat at "hooters."
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2023-07-18T15:04:23+00:00
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – A drug given to children and adults that can help ease flu symptoms is in short supply.
A local pharmacy has very little Tamiflu.
There is a major demand for the medicine because there are so many flu cases.
What was painful in the beginning might be worth it now.
“Were you brave?” asked Edward Ernst to his three-year-old son, Emett.
Emett and his 5-year-old sister Ada got COVID shots, a booster, and a flu shot.
“We feel like we’re protecting them the best we can at this point,” said Ernst.
Urgent Cares like the one at StarMed are packed because there are so many flu cases that pediatricians and primary care doctors send patients to urgent cares for them to be seen the same day.
“It’s definitely really scary, but I think we feel better with the kids vaccinated against COVID. They had their flu shot,” said Ernst.
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The rise in flu cases early in the season is also straining pharmacies.
At Oakhurst Pharmacy in southeast Charlotte, they have very little Tamiflu left, a drug that helps ease flu symptoms.
“There’s just so many cases this year compared to what it has been for the last two years, so it’s showing up with a vengeance. I almost feel like it’s making up for lost time,” said Nate Ikner, a pharmacist.
The pharmacy is also running short on Tamiflu alternatives, drugs similar to Tamiflu, and they don’t have much Amoxicilin for children, an antibiotic used to treat illnesses like ear infections that are secondary to viral infections.
“So it’s a ripple effect,” said Ikner.
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It’s trickling down to the youngest ones.
“Yeah, we’ve been lucky,” said Ernst.
Ada and Emett’s dad is thankful they’ve been virus-free.
Unfortunately, the pharmacist says this might get worse before it gets better. That’s because we’re so early in the flu season, but if you need Tamiflu and your pharmacy doesn’t have it, ask them or call around and see if they can track it down at another pharmacy.
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2022-11-23T00:57:06+00:00
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qcnews.com
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https://www.qcnews.com/news/health/local-pharmacies-see-tamiflu-shortage-as-flu-cases-on-the-rise/
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GLASGOW, Scotland (AP) — Scottish club Rangers fired manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst on Monday after a year in charge, saying the team’s recent run of form has “not met expectations.”
The Dutch coach, who is a former Rangers player, was appointed as Steven Gerrard’s successor a year ago and led the club to the Europa League final and a first Scottish Cup triumph in 13 years at the end of his first season in charge.
However, he has paid the price for a poor start to the current season in which Rangers lost every game in the Champions League group stage and fell nine points adrift of city rival Celtic at the top of the Scottish league.
“The board would like to put on record sincere thanks to Gio for all his efforts since his appointment as manager.
“Unfortunately, results and performances over recent months haven’t met expectations and the decision was made today by the board to terminate the contract of the manager,” Rangers said in a statement. “The search for the new manager is now underway.”
Rangers has just over three weeks to find a successor for Van Bronckhorst, with the team’s first match after the World Cup break at home against Hibernian on Dec. 15.
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2022-11-21T12:13:32+00:00
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seattletimes.com
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https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/rangers-fires-van-bronckhorst-after-run-of-poor-results/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all
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2022 Nevada Preps All-Southern Nevada boys tennis team
Updated December 3, 2022 - 5:39 pm
First Team
Will Cox, Silverado — He won the Class 4A state doubles title with doubles partner Tyler Rose.
Bronson DeSisto, Palo Verde — He finished third in the Class 5A Southern Region and state singles tournaments.
Nikola Dobrijevic, Palo Verde — He finished runner-up in the Class 5A Southern Region and state singles tournaments.
Nolan Dubay, Faith Lutheran — He won the Class 5A state doubles title and finished runner-up at the Southern Region tournament with doubles partner Sam Fouse.
Sam Fouse, Faith Lutheran — He won the Class 5A state doubles title and finished runner-up at the Southern Region tournament with doubles partner Dubay.
Mark Lapko, Bishop Gorman — He won the Class 5A Southern Region and state singles tournament championships.
Brock Morrow, Shadow Ridge — He finished second in the Class 4A state singles tournament.
Kiran Reddy, The Meadows — He won the Class 3A Southern Region singles title and finished runner-up at state.
Nathan Rose, Silverado — He won the Class 4A state singles championship.
Tyler Rose, Silverado — He won the Class 4A state doubles title with doubles partner Cox.
Coach of the Year
Tyler Marchant, Palo Verde — He guided the Panthers to Class 5A Southern Region and state team championships.
Second Team
Chris Andre, Palo Verde — He won the Class 5A Southern Region doubles title and finished third at state with doubles partner Jonas Santos.
Phillippe Kosyagin, The Meadows — He won the Class 3A state doubles Southern Region and state championships with doubles partner Alberto Pereira.
Jason Mersereau, Shadow Ridge — He finished runner-up in the Class 4A state doubles tournament with doubles partner Kaden Moya.
Jason Michel, Coronado — He finished second in the Class 5A state doubles tournament and finished third at the Southern Region tournament with doubles partner Jack Wohlwend.
Kaden Moya, Shadow Ridge — He finished runner-up in the Class 4A state doubles tournament with Mersereau.
Alberto Pereira, The Meadows — He won the Class 3A state doubles Southern Region and state championships with Kosyagin.
Sam Roe, Shadow Ridge — He finished third in the Class 4A state singles tournament.
Jonas Santos, Palo Verde — He won the Class 5A Southern Region doubles title and finished third at state with Andre.
Christopher Stewart, The Meadows — He finished runner-up at Class 3A Southern Region singles tournament and third at state.
Jack Wohlwend, Coronado — He finished second in the Class 5A state doubles tournament and finished third at the Southern Region tournament with Michel.
Honorable Mentions
Diego Alonzo, Spring Valley
Luke Anderson, Centennial
Sam Chenn, Clark
Shonn Chenn, Clark
Luke Hansen, Spring Valley
Bridger Johnson, Shadow Ridge
Grant Lee, Coronado
Tyler Lemmel, Boulder City
Filip Matejic, Green Valley
Ike Pappas, Boulder City
Andrew Stout, Shadow Ridge
Zachary Stout, Shadow Ridge
Thomas Taylor, Centennial
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2022-12-04T01:54:33+00:00
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reviewjournal.com
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https://www.reviewjournal.com/nevada-preps/tennis/boys-tennis/2022-nevada-preps-all-southern-nevada-boys-tennis-team-2687447/
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What's driving the baby formula shortage?
WASHINGTON (AP) - Many parents are hunting for infant formula after a combination of short- and long-term problems hit most of the biggest U.S. brands.
Millions of babies in the U.S. rely on formula, which is the only source of nutrition recommended for infants who aren't exclusively breastfed.
Here's a look at what's behind the problem and what parents can do:
WHY IS THERE A SHORTAGE?
Ongoing supply disruptions have combined with a recent safety recall to squeeze supplies.
The problems began last year as the COVID-19 pandemic led to disruptions in labor, transportation and raw materials — economy-wide issues that didn't spare the formula industry. Inventory was further squeezed by parents stockpiling during COVID-19 lockdowns.
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Then in February, Abbott Nutrition recalled several major brands of powdered formula and shut down its Sturgis, Michigan, factory when federal officials began investigating four babies who suffered bacterial infections after consuming formula from the facility.
Abbott is one of only a handful of companies that produce the vast majority of the U.S. formula supply, so their recall wiped out a large segment of the market.
WHAT IS IN BABY FORMULA?
Most formulas are made from protein from cow's milk that's been altered to be easier to digest and enhanced with extra nutrients needed for growth and development. The Food and Drug Administration sets specific nutritional requirements, including minimum amounts of protein, fat, calcium and a number of vitamins. Formula makers achieve those levels by adding various sugars, oils and minerals.
An empty baby formula display is seen at a Publix grocery store in Orlando.
The formulas are designed to mimic breast milk, though studies have repeatedly shown better health outcomes for babies who are breastfed.
WHY CAN'T ALL MOTHERS RELY ON BREAST MILK?
Health professionals recommend exclusively breastfeeding babies until they are 6 months old. But federal figures show that only 1 in 4 are relying solely on breast milk at that age.
Mothers face a number of challenges to long-term breastfeeding, including returning to work and finding the time and equipment needed to pump breast milk. About 60% of mothers stop breastfeeding sooner than they had planned, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
State and federal laws have been enacted to encourage breastfeeding by requiring break time and accommodations for mothers of infants.
Rates of breastfeeding have consistently been lower among Black babies than other groups. About three quarters of Black babies are breast fed in infancy, below the national average of 84%, according to the CDC.
WHAT SHOULD PARENTS DO IF THEY ARE HAVING TROUBLE FINDING FORMULA?
Talk with your pediatrician or call a local food bank to see if they can help locate some options. Experts also recommend checking with smaller stores and pharmacies, which may still have supplies when larger stores run out.
Most regular baby formulas contain the same basic ingredients and nutrients, so parents shouldn't hesitate to buy a different brand if they're having trouble finding their regular one.
Some infants require specialty formulas due to allergies, digestive problems and other medical conditions. Parents should talk to their doctor if they can’t find those products, which manufacturers usually distribute through pharmacies and clinics.
Families that qualify for WIC — a federal program similar to food stamps that serves mothers and children — can also contact their local agency.
Health officials also warn against buying formula via social media websites or outside of conventional retailers because they could be counterfeit.
WHY ARE PARENTS TOLD NOT TO USE MAKE-YOUR-OWN FORMULA RECIPES ONLINE?
Many do-it-yourself formula recipes are made from cow’s milk and granular sugar that may be difficult for young babies to digest. They also lack the specific vitamins and proteins found in breastmilk and FDA-approved formulas that are needed for basic nutrition.
"Particularly for small babies, many of these formulas and mixtures that are found online don’t contain even the most basic nutrient mixes that babies need to survive," said Dr. Steven Abrams, a pediatrician at the University of Texas, Austin.
Abrams also stressed that parents should never dilute infant formula.
WHEN ARE SUPPLIES LIKELY TO IMPROVE?
Health regulators recently announced several steps designed to boost supply, including allowing faster importation of formula made overseas.
The FDA is working with Abbott to fix the violations that triggered the shutdown of its Michigan plant, which produces Similac, EleCare and several other leading powdered formulas.
The Chicago-based company said this week that, pending FDA approval, it could restart manufacturing at its plant within two weeks. After that it would take another six to eight weeks before new products hit store shelves.
The company says its products have not been directly linked to the bacterial infections in children, pointing out that genetic samples collected from its factory did not match those found in several infants who got sick.
But even then, experts caution that many of the industrywide issues will continue to restrain supplies.
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"This is going to be a problem and it's not going away for at least a period of several months," Abrams said.
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2022-05-12T22:08:09+00:00
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fox29.com
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https://www.fox29.com/news/whats-driving-the-baby-formula-shortage
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CINCINNATI — Jim Day, of Bally Sports Ohio, introduced Hunter Greene at a press conference Wednesday morning at Great American Ball Park. Greene sat at a table with General Manager Nick Krall on his left and manager David Bell on his right.
Several of Greene’s teammates, including Tyler Stephenson, Jonathan India and TJ Friedl, watched with the rest of the crowd on hand. Greene’s parents and brother and sister also attended.
One day earlier, the Cincinnati Reds announced they signed Greene to a six-year contract extension that will be worth at least $53 million. The move represented an investment in the future, and for Greene, it’s a contract that gives him a chance to lead the Reds back to relevance.
“Signing this deal, what are the emotions you’re feeling right now?” Day asked Greene.
“I’m fired up,” Greene said. “To be up there in front of you all, that means a lot, not just for myself and my family but for the city of Cincinnati. There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes. To be here now is super special. The most important thing is the future we have. We have a lot of great players coming up in the system. We have a lot of great players here now and an amazing staff. To come up through the system and see the development everyone has gone through, including myself, and being able to trust in the system as we continue to rise and keep going, it’s exciting.”
The deal is guaranteed through the 2028 season. It includes a $21 million club option with a $2 million buyout for 2029. According to reports, the deal pays Greene $1 million this year, $3 million in 2024, $6 million in 2025, $8 million in 2026, $15 million in 2027 and $16 million in 2028.
“The commitment we made to Hunter reflects his commitment to this organization and to our community,” said Reds Chief Executive Officer Bob Castellini in a press release. “He is part of the foundation of young players who will continue to help us build a successful Major League team.”
According to Jon Heyman, of the New York Post, this is the “second-largest contract ever for a pitcher with (one plus year of) service time.”
Greene, 23, has been with the Reds organization since being drafted with the No. 2 overall pick in 2017. He made his big-league debut a year ago and was 5-13 with a 4.44 ERA as a rookie. In four starts this season, he’s 0-0 with a 4.24 ERA.
The Reds finished 62-100 in Greene’s first season and have enjoyed two winning seasons since drafting Greene. The franchise hasn’t won a playoff series since 1995.
“I want to be at the forefront of bring winning back to Cincinnati,” Greene said.
Krall thanked Castellini and the ownership group in his opening remarks and also Jeff Graupe, the Reds’ vice president of player acquisition and strategy and Greene’s agent, Ryan Hamill. Krall said the talks about Greene’s contract started early in spring training.
“Hunter’s a talented player, but he’s great off the field as well,” Krall said. “That’s what we want to build around. We want to build around players that come through our system and make the commitment on and field the field.”
Greene signed his new deal four years after undergoing Tommy John surgery that cost him the entire 2019 season and three years after the entire minor league season was cancelled because of the pandemic in 2020. The Reds hope Greene leads a staff that includes two other young pitchers who made their big-league debuts last season: Nick Lodolo; and Graham Ashcraft.
“We think Hunter’s got the chance to be a top-of-the-rotation starter,” Krall said. “Being able to anchor our staff around that is extremely important to helping us win in the future.”
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2023-04-19T19:47:47+00:00
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springfieldnewssun.com
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Red Sox vs. Rays: Betting Trends, Odds, Records Against the Run Line, Home/Road Splits
The Tampa Bay Rays and Wander Franco take the field against Kike Hernandez and the Boston Red Sox on Saturday at Fenway Park.
The Red Sox are -120 moneyline favorites for this matchup against the Rays (+100). The total for the matchup has been listed at 8.5 runs.
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Red Sox vs. Rays Odds & Info
- Date: Saturday, June 3, 2023
- Time: 1:10 PM ET
- TV: NESN
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts
- Venue: Fenway Park
- Live Stream: Watch on Fubo!
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Red Sox Recent Betting Performance
- The Red Sox have played as the favorite in five of their past 10 games and have won two of those contests.
- The Red Sox and their opponents have combined to hit the over three times in their last 10 games with a total.
- The Red Sox have two wins against the spread in their last six chances.
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Red Sox Betting Records & Stats
- The Red Sox have been favored on the moneyline 22 total times this season. They've gone 12-10 in those games.
- In games it has played as moneyline favorites with odds of -120 or shorter, Boston has an 11-8 record (winning 57.9% of its games).
- Based on this matchup's moneyline, the Red Sox have an implied win probability of 54.5%.
- Boston has played in 55 games with a set over/under, and have combined with its opponents to go over the total 32 times (32-21-2).
- The Red Sox have put together a 2-4-0 record ATS this season (covering only 33.3% of the time).
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2023-06-03T07:30:19+00:00
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wfsb.com
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https://www.wfsb.com/sports/betting/2023/06/03/red-sox-vs-rays-mlb-betting-trends-stats/
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OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Washington Lottery's "Match 4" game were:
10-14-15-20
(ten, fourteen, fifteen, twenty)
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Washington Lottery's "Match 4" game were:
10-14-15-20
(ten, fourteen, fifteen, twenty)
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2022-09-17T04:52:01+00:00
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sfgate.com
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https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Match-4-game-17448050.php
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Borr Drilling Limited (the "Company") (OSE and NYSE: BORR) has today filed with U.S Securities and Exchange Commission its Unaudited Interim Financial Report for the three months ended March 31, 2022 on Form 6-K.
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2022-05-31T16:52:28+00:00
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KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian forces said they struck and seriously damaged the flagship of Russia’s Black Sea fleet, dealing a potentially major setback to Moscow’s forces as they try to regroup for a renewed offensive in eastern Ukraine after retreating from much of the north, including the capital.
Russia said Thursday the entire crew of the Moskva, a warship that would typically have 500 sailors on board, was forced to evacuate after a fire overnight and also reported it was badly damaged. It did not acknowledge any attack, which would also deal a major blow to Russian prestige seven weeks into a war that is already widely seen as a historic blunder.
The reported ship attack came hours after Ukraine’s allies sought to rally new support for the embattled country. On a visit with leaders from three other countries on Russia’s doorstep who fear they could next be in Moscow’s sights, Lithuania’s President Gitanas Nauseda declared that “the fight for Europe’s future is happening here.”
Meanwhile, U.S. President Joe Biden, who called Russia’s actions in Ukraine “a genocide” this week, approved $800 million in new military assistance to Kyiv. He said weapons from the West have sustained Ukraine’s fight so far and “we cannot rest now.”
The news of the flagship’s damage overshadowed Russian claims of advances in the southern port city of Mariupol, where they have been battling the Ukrainians since the early days of the invasion in some of the heaviest fighting of the war — at a horrific cost to civilians.
Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Maj.-Gen. Igor Konashenkov said Wednesday that 1,026 troops from the Ukrainian 36th Marine Brigade surrendered at a metals factory in the city. But Vadym Denysenko, adviser to Ukraine’s interior minister, rejected the claim, telling Current Time TV that “the battle over the seaport is still ongoing today.”
It was unclear when a surrender may have occurred or how many forces were still defending Mariupol.
Russian state television broadcast footage Wednesday that it said was from Mariupol showing dozens of men in camouflage walking with their hands up and carrying others on stretchers or in chair holds. One man held a white flag.
Mariupol’s capture is critical for Russia because it would put a swath of territory in its control that would allow its forces in the south, who came up through the annexed Crimean Peninsula, to link up with troops in the eastern Donbas region, Ukraine’s industrial heartland and the target of the coming offensive.
Moscow-backed separatists have been battling Ukraine in the Donbas since 2014, the same year Russia seized Crimea. Russia has recognized the independence of the rebel regions in the Donbas.
But the loss of the Moskva, which satellite images show was at the port of Sevastopol in Crimea a week ago, could set those efforts back.
The governor of the Odesa region, Maksym Marchenko, said the Ukrainians struck the guided-missile cruiser with two Neptune missiles and caused “serious damage.” Russia’s Defense Ministry said ammunition on board detonated as a result of a fire.
It was not clear if the ship was totally disabled, but even serious damage could be a major blow to Russia, which already saw its tank carrier Orsk hit late last month.
Hours after the attack was reported, Ukrainian authorities said on the Telegram messaging service that explosions had struck Odesa, Ukraine’s largest port which lies on the Black Sea, as does Sevastopol. They urged residents to remain calm and said there is no danger to civilians.
Russia invaded on Feb. 24 with the goal, according to Western officials, of rapidly seizing Kyiv, toppling the government and installing a Moscow-friendly replacement. But the ground advance stalled in the face of strong Ukrainian resistance with the help of Western arms, and Russia has lost potentially thousands of fighters. The conflict has killed untold numbers of Ukrainian civilians and forced millions more to flee.
A U.N. task force warned that the war threatens to devastate the economies of many developing countries that are facing even higher food and energy costs and increasingly difficult financial conditions. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the war is “supercharging” a crisis in food, energy and finance in poorer countries that were already struggling to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and a lack of access to funding.
The war has also unsettled the post-Cold War balance in Europe — and particularly worried countries on NATO’s eastern flank that fear they could next come under attack. As a result, those nations have been some of Ukraine’s staunchest supporters.
The presidents of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia traveled Wednesday to war-ravaged areas in Ukraine and demanded accountability for what they called war crimes. They met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and visited Borodyanka, one of the towns near Kyiv where evidence of atrocities was found after Russian troops withdrew to focus on the country’s east.
“There are no doubts that they committed war crimes. And for that, they should be accountable,” Latvian President Egils Levits said.
Nauseda of Lithuania called for tougher sanctions, including against Russian oil and gas shipments and all the country’s banks.
In his nightly address, Zelenskyy noted that the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court visited the Kyiv suburb of Bucha, which was controlled by Russian forces until recently and where evidence of mass killings and more than 400 bodies were found.
“It is inevitable that the Russian troops will be held responsible. We will drag everyone to a tribunal, and not only for what was done in Bucha,” Zelenskyy said late Wednesday.
He also said work was continuing to clear tens of thousands of unexploded shells, mines and trip wires left in northern Ukraine by the departing Russians. He urged people returning to homes to be wary of any unfamiliar objects and report them to police.
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2022-04-14T12:11:29+00:00
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cbs4indy.com
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https://cbs4indy.com/ukraine-crisis/ukraine-says-it-damaged-russian-flagship-in-missile-strike-crew-evacuates/
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Court: Amazon customers can sue over lack of toxic warnings
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The California Supreme Court on Wednesday left intact a ruling that allows customers to sue Amazon.com for failing to warn buyers that some products it sells may contain hazardous substances such as mercury.
The court denied a request by Amazon’s lawyers to review a lower court ruling that said Amazon violated the state’s Proposition 65, which requires companies to warn consumers about products they make or sell that contain chemicals known to cause cancer, reproductive harm or birth defects.
The case involved a lawsuit filed in Alameda County that said the online retail giant knowingly allowed skin-lightening creams to be sold on its website for years despite being aware of concerns about toxic mercury levels in such creams.
Mercury can harm pregnant women and their fetuses. The suit alleged that some of the products produced by third parties but sold on Amazon contained mercury levels that were thousands of times the U.S. federal legal limit.
Amazon didn’t immediately comment on the Supreme Court’s action, which allows the previous court ruling to be used as precedent in state courts.
However, California has such a large market share that any actions Amazon takes to comply with Proposition 65 could have a much wider impact on consumers, said Rachel Doughty, a plaintiff’s attorney in the suit.
“That could look like removal of products containing carcinogens or reproductive toxins from Amazon’s site, or Amazon taking measures to ensure that a warning is provided ... so consumers can take steps to avoid exposure to such chemicals,” Doughty said in an email.
The lawsuit was dismissed in 2019 by a judge who found Amazon was protected by a section of the federal Communications Decency Act that shields websites from liability for content posted by other parties.
In March, however, a state appeals court said Amazon doesn’t merely act as a place for retailers to list their available merchandise but actively stores, sells and ships them.
A drugstore that sold the same creams would be required to issue Proposition 65 warnings, the ruling said.
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2022-06-16T01:51:54+00:00
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kwch.com
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https://www.kwch.com/2022/06/16/court-amazon-customers-can-sue-over-lack-toxic-warnings/
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Which round coffee tables are the best?
Whether redecorating an old space or starting from scratch, finding the right centerpiece such as a coffee table can transform a room. Round coffee tables are available in a variety of materials, designs and sizes, giving you the opportunity to customize your space.
What size round coffee table do I need?
Selecting a coffee table that is stylish is one thing, but finding a round coffee table that is proportional to your other furniture is another. Consider height and width when filtering your search:
- Height: To achieve balance, find a round coffee table 1 to 2 inches shorter than the height of your chair or couch cushion.
- Width: If you only have a couch, width is another factor to balance your space. Select a coffee table a third smaller than the width of your couch.
Design and material
Find your style and assess your other pieces. In the case of coffee tables, material used are a major factor in the execution of your desired design.
- Wood: Usually associated with traditional, cottage and rustic design styles, wood in any form provides a natural element.
- Iron and metal: These materials immediately sharpen a space. The sleek design and look of a metal coffee table offers clean lines and shapes.
- Glass: Glass is often associated with transitional, mid-century modern or contemporary styles. It’s easy to clean and opens a room with its transparency and simple design.
- Wicker: For a relaxed area or achieving a beachy, bohemian style, wicker and rattan coffee tables decrease formality.
Care
The table’s material determines whether a stain shows up after you put a hot or cold glass on it. Placing a glass on a natural wood coffee table that isn’t sealed or coated may damage it. A metal or glass-top coffee table won’t offer this concern, and you can use your drinking glass without a coaster.
Additionally, extending the longevity of your coffee table can be in the form of daily cleaning. Dusting, waxing or disinfecting your furniture is always good practice to uphold the aesthetic of your piece.
Top round coffee tables under $200
Mercury Row Schroeders Coffee Table
Available in two finishes, this table offers two tiers of storage. The tabletop is tempered glass and the lower tier sports a solid white glass shelf. It can hold up to 40 pounds and has a metallic finish.
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Ackerly Cross Legs Coffee Table
This table is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. With a stain- and scratch-resistant manufactured wood top, it has elements of natural wood and a metal base that captures the industrial style. It holds up to 50 pounds and is lightweight at only 15 pounds.
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Zipcode Design Doynton Four Legs Coffee Table
With a simple frame and glass tabletop, this is a universal piece that goes well in most spaces. It’s offered in two finishes and holds up to 154 pounds. Its glass top is easier to clean than other materials, but may still be damaged by glassware with extreme temperatures.
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Top round coffee tables under $300
Mercury Row Ahart Frame Coffee Table
This table features a geometric iron base that holds its solid mango wood tabletop. It holds up to 250 pounds and natural knots in the wood make each table unique. It’s modern, but its natural element makes it versatile.
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Birch Lane Sales Hollow Coffee Table
This rattan table is a natural centerpiece that can soften any space. Weighing only 20 pounds, it is easy to move and makes rearranging your space a bit more convenient. It holds up to 40 pounds and with wicker, you won’t worry about ring stains.
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Wade Logan Ivalee Extendable Sled Nesting Coffee Tables
This table set is offered in two finishes and includes two tables that nest within one another. Each table has a glass tabletop and stainless steel frame — a neat, clean design that works well in most spaces. You can use them under one another or you can separate them for more surface area and a bit more dimension.
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Top round coffee table for a small space
Steelside Annabel Round Mango Wood Coffee Table
Featuring a tray tabletop, this coffee table has raised edges to prevent items from sliding or falling onto the ground. It’s made of mango wood with three iron legs, is designed for both indoor and outdoor spaces, and is petite at 30 inches wide and 16 inches tall.
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Top round coffee table for a large space
Ivy Bronx Chehalis Extendable Coffee Table
If you’re looking to fill space effectively, this table has four extendable tabletops to increase surface area and give you more room for your decor or for large gatherings. Its chrome finish offers a sleek, bright touch to any space.
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2022-08-02T10:44:50+00:00
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siouxlandproud.com
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https://www.siouxlandproud.com/reviews/br/home-br/tables-br/the-8-best-round-coffee-tables/
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2022-08-23T17:22:48+00:00
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wcnc.com
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LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Former Angolan President José Eduardo dos Santos died Friday in a clinic in Barcelona, Spain, the Angolan government said.
He was 79 years old and died following a long illness, the government said in an announcement on its Facebook page.
The announcement said dos Santos, who ruled Angola for almost 40 years from 1979, was “a statesman of great historical scale who governed ... the Angolan nation through very difficult times.”
Dos Santos had mostly lived in Barcelona since stepping down in 2017 and he reportedly had been undergoing treatment there for health problems.
Angola’s current head of state, Joao Lourenco, announced five days of national mourning starting Friday, when the country’s flag will fly at half-staff and public events are canceled.
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Dos Santos came to power four years after Angola gained independence from Portugal and became enmeshed in the Cold War as a proxy battlefield.
His political journey spanned single-party Marxist rule in post-colonial years and a democratic system of government adopted in 2008. He voluntarily stepped down when his health began failing.
In public, dos Santos was unassuming and even appeared shy at times. But he was a shrewd operator behind the scenes.
He kept a tight grip on the 17th-century presidential palace in Luanda, the southern African country’s Atlantic capital, by distributing Angola’s wealth between his army generals and political rivals to ensure their loyalty. He demoted anyone he perceived to be gaining a level of popularity that could threaten his command.
Dos Santos’ greatest foe for more than two decades was Jonas Savimbi, leader of the UNITA rebels whose post-independence guerrilla insurgency fought in the bush aimed to oust dos Santos’ Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola, or MPLA.
The MPLA had financial support from the Soviet Union and military support from Cuba in its war against UNITA. Savimbi was backed by the United States and South Africa.
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The war would last, with brief periods of U.N.-brokered peace, until 2002 when the army finally tracked down Savimbi in eastern Angola and killed him.
Dos Santos abruptly shed his Marxist policies after the collapse of the Soviet Union in the early 1990s. He moved closer to Western countries, whose oil companies invested billions of dollars in mostly offshore exploration.
His supporters praised his ability to adapt to changing circumstances. His critics called him unscrupulous.
Dos Santos was invited to the White House in 2004 by then-president George W. Bush as the United States has looked to reduce its dependence on oil from the Middle East.
Angola became sub-Saharan Africa’s second-largest oil producer after Nigeria, producing close to 2 million barrels per day. It also unearthed more than $1 billion worth of diamonds each year.
However, the wealth never reached the Angolan people, who during and after the civil war were at risk from large areas of unmapped minefields and had little access basic amenities, such as running water or roads. Education and health care were -- and remain -- sparse.
More than $4 billion in oil revenue vanished from Angolan state coffers between 1997 and 2002, New York-based Human Rights Watch said in a 2004 report, based on an analysis of figures from the International Monetary Fund.
The U.S. State Department said that wealth in Angola is “concentrated in the hands of a small elite, who often used government positions for massive personal enrichment.”
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Dos Santos was believed to own valuable real estate in Brazil, France and Portugal, as well as foreign bank accounts.
Under his rule, and despite the general poverty, street protests were rare and quickly broken up by the heavily armed riot police known popularly as “Ninjas.” A well-paid and well-equipped presidential guard was garrisoned inside dos Santos’s palace and lined the city’s grimy, potholed streets whenever he emerged.
A bricklayer’s son from Luanda, Angola’s coastal capital, dos Santos began his political life with boots and a rifle in 1961 as an 18-year-old guerrilla for the MLPA in the fight for independence from Portugal.
MPLA bosses pulled him from combat in 1963 and sent him to the Soviet Union for training as a petroleum engineer and military communications specialist.
When he returned to Angola in 1970, he skillfully negotiated compromises to keep the MPLA from breaking up into splinter groups and as a reward was appointed to the party’s central committee.
When independence arrived in 1975, dos Santos became foreign minister and later planning minister and deputy prime minister in the single-party Marxist state.
In a surprise choice, the MPLA elected dos Santos as 37-year-old president upon the death of Agostinho Neto, Angola’s first president, in 1979. Dos Santos was seen as a consensus figure between squabbling party veterans, but few anticipated his political longevity.
Dos Santos never sought to establish a personality cult and remained a mysterious figure. He reportedly once said in private he felt his true vocation was that of a monk.
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Nor was he known for political sensitivity: He built a multimillion-dollar mansion on the fringe of a Luanda shantytown while millions of Angolans were fighting starvation during the civil war.
He was considered a sure loser against Savimbi in the country’s first democratic elections in 1992, following a peace treaty signed the previous year.
Margaret Anstee, a former U.N. special representative to Angola, described dos Santos as being almost the opposite of Savimbi.
“His demeanor was grave and reserved, to the point that I traced a sense of shyness or timidity, absurd as this seemed. The contrast with Dr. Savimbi’s flamboyant personality could not have been more vivid,” she wrote in her 1996 book on Angola entitled “Orphan of the Cold War.”
But in further evidence of his staying power dos Santos held on again, narrowly outpolling Savimbi for president while leading the MPLA to a parliamentary majority in the simultaneous legislative election.
When Savimbi rejected his defeat at the ballot box and returned to his armed struggle, Western support gradually swung behind dos Santos.
The foes signed another peace deal, brokered by the United Nations, in 1994, but that also unraveled four years later.
Meanwhile, dos Santos — with an army of around 100,000 troops, many with years of jungle combat experience — essayed a role as a regional power broker, starting with neighboring countries.
He sent 2,500 troops to Republic of Congo in 1997 to help President Denis Sassou-Nguesso seize power and the following year sent a contingent to Congo to help President Joseph Kabila’s government fight rebels backed by Rwanda and Uganda.
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The end of Angola’s civil war in 2002 brought an opportunity for broader economic development in the southern African country, which is more than three times the size of California.
But public infrastructure was devastated; 4 million people — about one-third of the population at the time — had fled their homes because of the fighting; and oil and diamond wealth continued in the hands of the political and military elite.
Berlin-based Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index 2005 named Angola as one of the world’s 10 most corrupt countries.
“As land mine-maimed children begged in the streets, politicians’ wives flew to New York on the government health budget for nip-and-tuck cosmetic surgery,” wrote John McMillan, a Stanford University economics professor, in a 2005 study on Angolan corruption.
Under pressure to finally hold a ballot, dos Santos announced legislative elections in 2008 and a presidential election the following year.
Dos Santos’s MPLA won the most votes for parliamentary seats. But then the head of state changed tack, first postponing the presidential ballot and then scrapping it.
He altered the constitution so that the president is chosen by the party which wins the parliamentary elections. That kept him in power for another eight years.
However, with his health reportedly worsening, Dos Santos announced in 2016 he would retire.
He was replaced by an MPLA stalwart, João Lourenço, the current president, who has made an anti-corruption drive his flagship policy. He has targeted dos Santos’ grown children, who possess fabulous personal wealth, but not his predecessor.
Dos Santos, who was married four times, was survived by his current wife, Ana Paula, by whom he had three children. He is known to have at least three other children and various grandchildren.
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2022-07-08T12:42:53+00:00
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bostonglobe.com
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https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/07/08/world/former-angolan-president-jose-eduardo-dos-santos-dies-79/
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Purported thief leaves flyers asking for donations to stop stealing
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) - Police are urging people not to send money after San Francisco residents found flyers on their cars claiming to be from a thief who wants to stop stealing and asked for help paying their bills.
Marcia Saephan found a flyer on her windshield when she parked near the University of San Francisco. It read, “I don’t want to steal anymore! But I still have bills to pay. Can you help me please?” The flyer then lists three ways to pay: Cash App, Bitcoin and PayPal.
Saephan believes the flyer amounts to extortion. She says she was afraid that if she didn’t pay, her car could get broken into.
“I was actually a little scared, a little rattled. I didn’t know if they were going to come back to break into my car or anyone else’s car,” she said. “It was something I had to consider every time I came to work and actually adjusting the way I parked and where I parked. So, it did affect me, and it still does.”
Saephan says multiple cars had the same flyer. She says car break-ins around the area happen frequently, especially during the holidays.
Even though she decided not to pay, her co-worker who also got the flyer did send money.
Etay Maor, the senior director of security strategy at Cato Networks, is a cybersecurity expert. He said this type of crime involving crypto and apps is in some cases hard to trace.
“Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency based on a block chain, so while it’s impossible to know who’s behind a specific wallet, you can still follow traces and see which transactions reach which wallet,” he said.
PayPal confirmed the account included on the flyer is real. After investigating, the company is taking action to terminate the account.
“Any illegal behavior is a direct violation of the PayPal user agreement, and any violations of this nature will result in an account being terminated,” said the company in part.
San Francisco Police said this is the first time they have seen this criminal approach but confirmed the city is experiencing an uptick in auto burglaries. Police haven’t confirmed if the person behind the flyer is a suspect of any crime and urged people not to send money.
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2022-08-15T08:14:25+00:00
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wnem.com
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https://www.wnem.com/2022/08/15/purported-thief-leaves-flyers-asking-donations-stop-stealing/
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The International Brotherhood of Teamsters said Saturday that a strike of UPS delivery drivers is still possible after the union said it was negotiating on Friday.
UPS provided a counteroffer to the Teamsters’ demands Friday, hours before the union pledged to go on strike without a new contract.
The union said it had agreed not to strike as negotiations continued into the weekend.
The union’s current contract expires on July 31 and any new contract must be agreed by July 5 to be ratified before the end of the month.
If no contract is reached by July 5, workers will strike when the contract ends, Teamsters president Sean O’Brien said.
“Our administration has made it clear. We will not be working beyond the expiration date without the contract our members have demanded, and more importantly without the contract our members deserve,” O’Brien said at a press conference Saturday.
Negotiations are focused on the “economic” portion of the five-year labor deal.
Teamster demands include increasing the number of full-time workers, upping wages and improving work conditions.
UPS has agreed to add air conditioning to its trucks, but the parties are split on hiring and compensation policy.
“(UPS can) concede to our demands and give us what we deserve and we will go out there and ratify this agreement. Or they can take the other road where they don’t ratify our demands, they stay loyal to Wall Street and forget about Main Street,” O’Brien said.
“If they do that, they are making a choice to strike themselves. We will put 340,000 strong Teamsters on the streets until we get what we want and then UPS will be responsible for stopping supply chain solutions through this company,” he added.
UPS is the largest delivery company in the U.S. with a market cap of about $154 billion and has over 500,000 employees nationwide. Over 300,000 are members of Teamsters.
The union’s size gives a larger meaning to negotiations, O’Brien said.
“This is the largest bargaining agreement in any private sector union. We have the opportunity, because of the courage and conviction of our rank-and-file members who go to work every single day, to set the tone, to set the standard high for labor. Not just for Teamsters, but for the entire labor movement.”
“UPS, the ball is in their court,” he added.
UPS and the Teamsters have not responded to a request for comment.
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2023-07-01T20:31:00+00:00
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everythinglubbock.com
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https://www.everythinglubbock.com/hill-politics/teamsters-say-strike-still-on-the-table-at-ups/
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2022-12-28T18:41:16+00:00
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bizjournals.com
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https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2022/12/28/uab-ranked-among-top-in-nation-for-maternity-care.html
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Coroner names teen who died in North Charleston shooting
Published: Jul. 22, 2022 at 4:45 PM EDT|Updated: 47 minutes ago
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston County Coroner’s Office says a 16-year-old died Friday afternoon after being shot in North Charleston.
Khamari Davis, from North Charleston, died at 3:20 p.m. Friday at MUSC from a gunshot wound, Coroner Bobbi Jo O’Neal said.
North Charleston Police say the shooting happened in the 2600 block of Forseman Road near Dorchester Road just before 2:30 p.m. Friday.
Police responded to the scene and found Davis outside suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital and was pronounced dead there.
No arrests have been made, according to police spokesperson Harve Jacobs.
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2022-07-25T21:14:19+00:00
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live5news.com
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https://www.live5news.com/2022/07/25/coroner-names-teen-who-died-north-charleston-shooting/
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Stocks fell on Wall Street and put major indexes deeper into a slump as recession fears grow. The S&P 500 fell 1% Monday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and the Nasdaq also fell. The losses were broad and included banks, health care companies and retailers.
The British pound slumped to an all-time low against the dollar and investors continued to dump British government bonds in displeasure over a sweeping tax cut plan announced in London last week. Treasury yields continued to rise as the Federal Reserve and other global central banks step up their fight against inflation.
Stocks fell in afternoon trading on Wall Street Monday and put major indexes deeper into a slump as recession fears grow.
The S&P 500 fell 0.7% as of 3:24 p.m. Eastern. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 270 points, or 0.9%, to 29,314. The tech-heavy Nasdaq slipped 0.1%.
The British pound dropped to an all-time low against the dollar and investors continued to dump British government bonds in displeasure over a sweeping tax cut plan announced in London last week.
Markets in Europe were mostly lower. The head of the European Central Bank warned that the economic outlook "is darkening" as high energy and food prices pushed up by the war in Ukraine sap consumer spending power. France, the EU's second-biggest economy, forecast a substantial slowdown in economic growth next year.
Losses were broad in U.S. markets and included banks, health care companies and energy stocks. Bank of America fell 2.2%, Medtronic dropped 1.6% and Marathon Oil slid 3%.
Casino and resort operators were a bright spot following reports that the gambling center of Macau will loosen travel restrictions in November. Wynn Resorts jumped 12.7%.
Smaller company stocks also lost ground. The Russell 2000 was down 0.8%.
The muted opening to the week comes amid an extended slump for major indexes. The benchmark S&P 500 is down more than 7% in September. Stocks have been weighed down by concerns about stubbornly hot inflation and the risk that central banks could push economies into a recession as they try to cool high prices on everything from food to clothing. Investors have been particularly focusing on the Federal Reserve and its aggressive interest rate hikes.
"We're starting to have a handoff from fears about inflation and the Fed to global economic worries," said Mark Hackett, chief of investment research at Nationwide. "We've reached a universal degree of pessimism."
The Fed raised its benchmark rate, which affects many consumer and business loans, again last week and it now sits at a range of 3% to 3.25%. It was at virtually zero at the start of the year. The Fed also released a forecast suggesting its benchmark rate could be 4.4% by the year's end, a full point higher than envisioned in June.
The goal is to make borrowing more expensive and effectively crimp spending, which would cool inflation. But, the U.S. economy is already slowing and Wall Street is worried that that the Fed's rate hikes will pump the brakes too hard on the economy and cause a recession.
Higher interest rates hurt all kinds of investments, especially pricey technology stocks, and the market has been in a broad slump as rates rise. Treasury yields have climbed to multiyear highs as interest rates rise.
The yield on the 2-year Treasury, which tends to follow expectations for Federal Reserve action, rose significantly to 4.31% from 4.21% late Friday. It is trading at its highest level since 2007. The yield on the 10-year Treasury, which influences mortgage rates, jumped to 3.88% from 3.69%.
The recent rise in the U.S. dollar against other currencies is a concern for many countries. It dents profits for U.S. companies with overseas business, and puts a financial squeeze on much of the developing world.
Companies are nearing the close of the third quarter and investors are preparing for the next round of earnings reports. That will give them a better sense of how companies are dealing with persistent inflation.
Investors also have several economic reports on tap for this week that will give more details on consumer spending, the jobs market and the broader health of the U.S. economy.
The latest consumer confidence report, for September, from business group The Conference Board will be released on Tuesday. The government will release its weekly report on unemployment benefits on Thursday, along with an updated report on second-quarter gross domestic product.
On Friday, the government will release another report on personal income and spending that will help provide more details on where and how inflation is hurting consumer spending.
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Business Writer Yuri Kageyama contributed to this report from Tokyo.
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2022-09-26T21:16:08+00:00
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denver7.com
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https://www.denver7.com/news/national/us-stocks-slip-deeper-into-a-slump-as-recession-fears-grow
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --..."I wanted to create a new album that enables families to store important photos and information and then share it with current and future generations," said an inventor, from Lehigh Acres, Fla., "so I invented IMMEDIATE MEMORIES FOREVER. My design could help to keep the spirit of past family members alive and it ensures that family members always have access to their roots."
The invention provides a special album for celebrating one's family. In doing so, it enables a family to store and organize various fond photographs, information and memories. As a result, it ensures that deceased family members are not forgotten and it can be used to pay homage to the deceased by allowing you to see pictures, read about their professions, etc. This could help to bring family members together, connect generations and create a sense of belonging. The invention features a unique design that is easy to use so it is ideal for families. Additionally, a prototype is available.
The original design was submitted to the Naples sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 20-NPL-400, 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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2022-08-03T16:33:32+00:00
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https://www.wcjb.com/prnewswire/2022/08/03/inventhelp-inventor-develops-special-album-celebrating-family-npl-400/
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A gunman in deadly attack at California church was Chinese immigrant motivated by hate for Taiwanese people, authorities said.
The shooting killed Dr. John Cheng, 52, and five others were wounded in an attack at a Southern California church, authorities said at a Monday news conference.
Related Story: California Churchgoers Detained Gunman In Deadly Attack
Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes said the motive of the shooting was a grievance between the shooter, identified as a Chinese immigrant, and the Taiwanese community. China claims Taiwan is a part of its national territory and has not ruled out force to bring the island under its rule.
Barnes said the suspect drove to the Orange County church, where he was not a regular attendee, secured the doors and started shooting.
Barnes said Cheng, survived by a wife and two children, heroically charged at the shooter and attempted to disarm him, allowing others to intervene. A pastor hit the gunman on the head with a chair and parishioners hog-tied him with electrical cords. But Barnes said Cheng was hit by gunshots.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department tweeted that David Chou, 68, of Las Vegas has been booked on one count of murder and five counts of attempted murder.
Jerry Chen had just stepped into the kitchen of the church’s fellowship hall around 1:30 p.m. Sunday when he heard the gunshots.
Chen, 72, a longtime member of the Irvine Taiwanese Presbyterian Church, which worships at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods, peeked around the corner and saw others screaming, running and ducking under tables.
“I knew someone was shooting,” he said. “I was very, very scared. I ran out the kitchen door to call 911. ”
Officials said the shooting ended after the gunman killed one man and wounded five older people before worshippers hog-tied his legs with an electrical cord until deputies arrived. Four of the five people wounded suffered critical gunshot injuries; their conditions were not immediately available Monday morning.
David Chou, 68, of Las Vegas has been booked on one count of murder and five counts of attempted murder, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department tweeted. Jail records show Chou is being held on $1 million bail. It’s not immediately known whether he has a lawyer who can speak on his behalf.
The church was cordoned off Monday with yellow police tape and several bouquets of flowers were left outside the church grounds.
But on Sunday afternoon, Chen said he was in such a state of shock that he was unable to tell the operator his location when he called 911 from the church’s parking lot.
“I had to ask someone else for the address,” he said.
Chen said a group of about 40 congregants had gathered in the fellowship hall for a luncheon after a morning service to welcome their former Pastor Billy Chang, a beloved and respected community member who had served the church for 20 years. Chang moved back to Taiwan two years ago. This was his first time back stateside, Chen said.
“Everyone had just finished lunch,” he said. “They were taking photos with Pastor Chang. I had just finished my lunch and went into the kitchen.”
That was when he heard the gunshots and ran out.
Soon afterward, Chen said he heard the details of what happened inside from others who came out. Fellow congregants told Chen that when the gunman stopped to reload, Chang hit him on the head with a chair while others moved quickly to grab his gun. They then subdued him and tied him up, Chen said.
“It was amazing how brave (Chang) and the others were,” he said. “This is just so sad. I never, ever thought something like this would happen in my church, in my community.”
Most of the church’s members are older, highly educated Taiwanese immigrants, Chen said.
“We’re mostly retirees and the average age of our church is 80,” he said.
Orange County Undersheriff Jeff Hallock praised the parishioners’ quick work to detain the gunman.
“That group of churchgoers displayed what we believe is exceptional heroism and bravery in intervening to stop the suspect. They undoubtedly prevented additional injuries and fatalities,” Hallock said. “I think it’s safe to say that had people not intervened, it could have been much worse.”
The shooting came a day after an 18-year-old man shot and killed 10 people at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York.
As news of the shooting broke on the heels of the racist rampage in Buffalo — where the white gunman allegedly targeted a supermarket in a predominantly Black neighborhood — fear spread that the Taiwanese congregation had also been targets of a hate crime.
But when the shooter was identified as an Asian man, other questions arose as the investigation into the violence and the gunman’s motive continues.
The case is in its early stages, Hallock said. He said the many unanswered questions include whether the assailant attended the church service, if he was known to church members and how many shots were fired.
Laguna Woods was built as a senior living community and later became a city. More than 80% of residents in the city of 18,000 people about 50 miles (80 kilometers) southeast of Los Angeles are at least 65. The shooting was in an area with a cluster of houses of worship, including Catholic, Lutheran and Methodist churches and a Jewish synagogue.
Those wounded by gunshots included four Asian men, ages 66, 75, 82 and 92, and an 86-year-old Asian woman, the sheriff’s department said.
It was not immediately clear whether all of the victims were of Taiwanese descent.
Taiwan’s democratically elected government has long taken a hands-off approach to religion on the island, where most follow Buddhism and traditional Chinese beliefs, but where Christianity and other religions also thrive.
Taiwan’s chief representative in the U.S., Bi-khim Hsiao, offered condolences to the families on Twitter.
“I join the families of the victims and Taiwanese American communities in grief and pray for the speedy recovery of the wounded survivors,” Hsiao wrote on Sunday.
The deadliest shooting inside a U.S. church was in 2017 in Sutherland Springs, Texas. A gunman opened fire during a Sunday service at First Baptist Church and killed more than two dozen people.
In 2015, Dylann Roof fired dozens of bullets during the closing prayer of a 2015 Bible study session at Charleston’s Mother Emanuel AME Church in South Carolina. Nine members of the Black congregation were killed in the racist violence and Roof became the first person in the U.S. sentenced to death for a federal hate crime. His appeal remains before the Supreme Court.
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2022-05-17T01:52:47+00:00
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newson6.com
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https://www.newson6.com/story/6282a9a4ecdc5a070b72fdba/authorities:-hate-against-taiwanese-led-to-church-attack
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RI never enforced nursing home minimum staffing requirements. Why the law might change
PROVIDENCE – The imminent closing of another nursing home has put the spotlight on Rhode Island's highest-in the-nation minimum-staffing mandate, which has become a topic of end-of-session talks between the governor and legislative leaders.
Had the state enforced the minimum staffing mandate, 55 nursing homes would have been hit with $11 million in collective fines, based on the data-analysis conducted by the Rhode Island Department of Health a year ago.
But the enforcement of the law was suspended officially – and then unofficially – amid staffing shortages across the landscape from public schools to restaurants to nursing homes.
Asked the status of the law, Rhode Island Department of Health spokesman Joseph Wendelken told The Journal:
"At this time, the Governor’s team is working with the General Assembly and other stakeholders to assess Rhode Island’s existing minimum staffing requirements and evaluate legislative solutions that support residents, workers, and the long-term health of facilities.
"We have not issued any fines."
How did RI get here?
The push for a minimum-staffing mandate loomed large over the 2020 elections amid an aggressive drive by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) to oust any state lawmaker unwilling to commit. Then-House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello was one of the casualties.
When Gov. Dan McKee signed the highest-in-the-nation staffing mandate into law a year later, it was greeted with cheers from the union and grim warnings from the industry that the mandate would result in closures.
Advocates of the legislation, though, said it would prevent residents from having to endure long waits for care and boost the wages of currently overstretched staff.
The law initially required at least 3.58 hours of direct care per resident, per day from registered nurses, nursing assistants, physical therapists, and medication aides among others. This minimum was scheduled to increase to 3.81 hours, with enforcement activities commencing on April 1, 2023.
This state law also requires that RIDOH levy monetary penalties for non-compliance on a quarterly basis.
But the Department of Health's Wendelken said: "We ran test data for homes for the second quarter of 2022 to help them understand how they would be affected by the requirements. At that time, 55 homes would have been out of compliance."
The potential fines, had they been levied, would have ranged from $29,642 for Linn Health & Rehabilitation to $1,072,641 for Lakeside Nursing & Rehabilitation.
What happens next?
Neither the governor nor the state's legislative leaders have responded yet to Journal inquiries about the potential resolution of the staffing issues that led John Gage, president & CEO of the Rhode Island Health Care Association, to declare a week ago: "The crisis is here."
"For nearly two years, Rhode Island’s nursing homes have been urging law makers to make meaningful changes to the unfunded minimum staffing mandate currently in effect for RI nursing homes," he said.
"They have been predicting that nursing homes would continue to close, and, unfortunately, that day has come," he said after news broke of the imminent closing of the 160-bed Charlesgate nursing home in Providence. "Five facilities had already closed since the start of the pandemic. Charlesgate is now the sixth."
Davenport Associates, which owns the Charlesgate Nursing Center, cited "severe staffing shortages and shortfalls in state funding to sustain adequate care for its residents."
Quoting the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, Gage said: "RI’s nursing facility workforce has decreased by some 20% since the start of the pandemic.
"There is not sufficient reimbursement from Rhode Island Medicaid (the primary payer of nursing facilities) to comply, and there are simply not enough workers available to meet the mandate at this time."
"Without meaningful action by the General Assembly, it is estimated that RI nursing facilities would be fined $60 million in the first full year of enforcement of the mandate ... Without meaningful action, more facility closures are inevitable. Who will care for Rhode Island's frailest elders?"
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2023-05-31T21:07:20+00:00
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providencejournal.com
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https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/politics/2023/05/31/ris-highest-in-the-nation-nursing-home-staffing-law-entwined-in-end-of-session-talks/70273928007/
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In a stunning turn of events in the Russia-Ukraine war, a Russian mercenary group that had been fighting in Ukraine orchestrated a rebellion against Russia itself this weekend, posing a significant threat to President Vladimir Putin's more than two-decade-long rule.
What exactly happened?
It all started on Friday, when the leader of the Wagner Group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, vowed to retaliate against the Kremlin after making serious allegations against Russia's military, accusing them of launching a devastating assault on a Wagner camp, resulting in the loss of a significant number of his troops.
Within the span of 24 hours, the group—a military contractor popularly known as Putin’s shadow army—abruptly withdrew its forces from Ukraine, seized control of a crucial military installation situated in the southern Russian city of Rostov-on-Don, and then continued to advance to within 120 miles of Moscow.
This group emerged in 2014 in Ukraine, helping the Russian military seize Crimea and destabilize the eastern Donbas region, and since then has reportedly been involved in a range of global conflicts from Syria to Libya to Mali, usually assisting Russia's military or Russian political interests.
And while the mercenary forces reached the Russian cities without resistance, this revolt didn't last long.
SEE MORE: Who is Yevgeny Prigozhin, the man calling for a revolt against Russia?
The brokered deal
On Saturday, Prigozhin made a surprising decision to order his troops to halt their advance and return to Ukraine, alleging that the main reason for the halt was to avoid shedding more Russian blood.
However, the Kremlin later announced that a deal brokered by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko was responsible for ending the insurrection.
Putin had vowed harsh punishment to those who took part in the armed rebellion, stating that the uprising was "a stab in the back" and "treason."
However, under the negotiated agreement, Prigozhin will be exiled to Belarus without facing criminal charges. Additionally, charges against the troops who joined him to form the armed rebellion will be dropped, and those who did not partake in the rebellion will be offered contracts by the Russian Defense Ministry.
This development demonstrates Lukashenko's growing influence in regional affairs and his ability to impact the dynamics of the Russian regime. The involvement of Belarus suggests that neighboring countries may play a crucial role in shaping events that challenge Putin's rule.
What happens next?
This marks a historic turning point in Putin's rule, presenting a substantial challenge to his authority and revealing cracks in the once seemingly impervious facade of his regime.
Just 16 months ago, Russian forces were on the verge of capturing Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, with the belief that they could swiftly erase the country from the map. However, the sudden need to defend Moscow against Putin's own mercenaries has forced a dramatic shift in priorities, underscoring the gravity of the situation for the Russian government.
While the full implications of these events remain uncertain, it is evident that Russia is now grappling with extraordinary circumstances.
The world is watching
The group's march towards Moscow sent shockwaves through the world, bringing to the forefront questions about Russia's internal stability and the potential consequences for its international relations.
While the situation remains fluid, with the outcome yet to be determined, the immediate focus will undoubtedly be on ensuring Moscow's security, but the repercussions for Russia's internal dynamics as well as its relations with other nations cannot be overlooked.
The escalation between the Wagner Group and the Kremlin drew callsbetween President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Saturday. In those calls, the nations all "affirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine."
Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said during a CNN interview on Sunday that as the situation continues to unfold, there is a growing possibility that it could present an advantageous opportunity for Ukraine as it undertakes a strategic counteroffensive.
"To the extent that Russia is now distracted that Putin has to worry about what's going on inside of Russia, as much as he has to worry about what he's trying to do not successfully in Ukraine, I think that creates an additional advantage for the Ukrainians to take advantage of," Blinken said. "Any time you have a major country, like Russia, that has signs of instability, that’s something of concern. That’s something that we’re very focused on. When it comes to their nuclear weapons, we’ve seen no change in their posture, and we’ve made no change in our own posture."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took to Twitter to say this whole situation was "complete chaos."
"The world saw that the bosses of Russia do not control anything. Nothing at all. Complete chaos. Complete absence of any predictability," Zelenskyy said. "The longer your troops stay on Ukrainian land, the more devastation they will bring to Russia. The longer this person is in the Kremlin, the more disasters there will be."
Trending stories at Scrippsnews.com
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2023-06-25T21:49:27+00:00
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wkbw.com
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https://www.wkbw.com/the-revolt-and-threat-to-russia-s-political-power-explained
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ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The crude oil cargo of an Iranian-flagged tanker that was stopped in Greek waters last month has been seized and is being transferred to another vessel following a request from the U.S., a Greek official said Thursday.
The official said following a “judicial intervention by U.S. authorities concerning the ship’s cargo” the process is currently underway, at U.S. government expense, for the oil “to be handed over” off the port of Karystos on the Aegean Sea island of Evia.
The official, who asked not to be identified in order to discuss the case, did not provide further details. A Justice Department spokesman in Washington and the U.S. embassy in Athens declined to comment Thursday.
Greek media said the Lana tanker was believed to be carrying more than 100,000 tons of Iranian crude, in breach of United States and European Union sanctions on Iran.
The vessel had been temporarily seized by Greek authorities on April 15 when it anchored off Karystos. At the time, it was flying a Russian flag, had recently changed its name from Pegas to Lana and was carrying a crew of 19 Russians. Greece’s coast guard said it was seized due to suspicions it had breached EU sanctions imposed against Russia due to the war in Ukraine.
The bloc’s sanctions include import and export bans for a wide variety of goods, and a ban on access to EU ports by Russian-flagged ships.
A few days later the vessel was released, but remained off Karystos and this month changed its flag from Russia to Iran. A Greek-controlled tanker was alongside the Lana on Thursday.
On Wednesday, Iranian state media said Iran’s Foreign Ministry summoned the chief of Greece’s diplomatic mission for allegedly seizing cargo from an Iranian-flagged vessel in Greek waters. The IRNA news agency said the cargo was confiscated with a court order under pressure from the U.S. It said Iran’s Foreign Ministry called the measure “international piracy.”
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2022-05-27T15:37:38+00:00
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wjhl.com
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https://www.wjhl.com/news/international/iranian-oil-tankers-cargo-seized-in-greece-after-us-request/
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NAME: Paul A. Pacheco
POLITICAL PARTY: Republican
OCCUPATION: Candidate for sheriff
CITY OF RESIDENCE: Albuquerque
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 27 years in law enforcement, 4 years as a New Mexico representative, 4.5 years as an executive with New Mexico Department of Corrections.
EDUCATION: Graduated from Valley High School. Attended Central New Mexico Community College for 2 years.
AGE: 58
CAMPAIGN WEBSITE: peopleforpaulpacheco.com
1. What is the biggest crime challenge in Bernalillo County and how would you address it.
Not having enough uniformed deputies on patrol. The lack of deputies translates to little or no proactive policing or traffic enforcement being performed in the county. I will put more deputies on the streets to answer calls.
2. What differentiates you from your opponents?
Twenty seven years of law enforcement experience, four years as a New Mexico state representative and four and a half years with New Mexico Department of Corrections in executive positions.
3. Do you have a law enforcement officer certification?
I have been in law enforcement for 27 years. During my time as a representative and working in the Department of Corrections my certification lapsed. I intend to reactivate my certification.
4. What was the most important moment during your law-enforcement career?
While on patrol with APD, I observed a woman in obvious distress. The frantic mother led me to her child who had stopped breathing. The baby had something lodged in his throat. I dislodged the obstruction. I was later presented with a life-saving award.
5. What changes would you make to the Sheriff’s office?
I will reorganize the sheriff’s office, placing more emphasis on uniformed patrols, reestablish a good working relationship with the district attorney and other law enforcement agency heads throughout the state. I will add more deputies to the street and fight for victims.
6. Should the Sheriff’s office release information about homicides shootings by deputies, and critical incidents as they occur?
I will promote transparency in all areas of the department unless it interferes with an ongoing investigation. There are times that information must be withheld to protect the integrity of a case.
7. What do you think should be the relationship between the Albuquerque Police Department and the Sheriffs Office and how would you foster that relationship?
The BCSO and APD should be working hand in hand to combat the rampant crime that is causing havoc within our community. I will foster communication between the two departments at every level, focusing our efforts toward protecting citizens in a professional manner, guaranteeing the dignity of victims.
Personal background:
1. Have you or your business, if your are a business owner, ever been the subject of any state or federal tax liens?
No.
2. Have your ever been involved in a personal or business bankruptcy proceeding?
Yes, more than 20 years ago.
3. Have you ever been arrested for, charged with, or convicted of drunken driving, any misdemeanor or any felony in New Mexico or any other state? If so, explain.
No.
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2022-05-17T19:16:11+00:00
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abqjournal.com
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https://www.abqjournal.com/2500102/qa-bernalillo-county-republican-sheriff-candidate-paul-a-pacheco.html
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CLEVELAND, Ohio — The number of new COVID-19 cases in Ohio continued upward, increasing to 9,325 this week from 9,136 last week.
The state had several weeks starting mid-January when the case number fell under 9,000, but case numbers rose above that benchmark on Feb. 23. Ohio has been over 10,000 cases per week every week, except for brief dips, since the beginning of May.
The number of COVID-19 patients in Ohio hospitals stayed steady, going from 754 last week to 743 on Thursday. That number is still below a recent high of 1,423 on Dec. 29.
This week’s case total averages to about 1,332 cases per day over seven days.
Total reported COVID-19 deaths since the beginning of the pandemic were 41,749.
The total COVID-19 case count since early 2020 has now reached 3,392,320.
A total of 7,572,677 Ohioans have received at least one vaccination, representing about 68.2% of Ohioans age 5 and up.
Since the beginning of 2021, there have been 26,639 deaths among people reported as unvaccinated, and 1,489 among people reported to be fully vaccinated. And there have been 87,285 hospitalized Ohioans who were not fully vaccinated, and 6,575 fully vaccinated people hospitalized.
The state does not report for COVID-19 cases whether people were vaccinated.
March 2 recap
* Total reported cases: 3,392,320, up 9,325.
* Total reported deaths: 41,749, up 63.
* Total reported hospitalizations: 137,720, up 395.
* Total reported ICU admissions: 15,013, up 36.
Feb. 23 recap
* Total reported cases: 3,382,995, up 9,136.
* Total reported deaths: 41,686, up 71.
* Total reported hospitalizations: 137,325, up 435.
* Total reported ICU admissions: 14,977, up 26.
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2023-03-02T21:08:21+00:00
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cleveland.com
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https://www.cleveland.com/coronavirus/2023/03/ohio-reports-9325-more-covid-19-cases-weekly-coronavirus-update-for-thursday-march-2.html
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HONG KONG, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NASDAQ-listed, AGBA Group Holding Limited ("AGBA"), the leading one-stop financial supermarket in Hong Kong, today provided context for its share price performance since the de-SPAC transaction in November 2022, which has fallen short of AGBA's expectations.
AGBA faced several technical challenges that have contributed to an underwhelming share price performance.
As an established decades-long market-leading distributor of financial products, AGBA is well-known in Hong Kong, but relatively new to international capital markets. We recognize that it requires time to demonstrate our value proposition and build trust with our international investors. Among the technical factors contributing to the disappointing share price performance before and after listing was the compressed time window of nine days to complete the de-SPAC transaction. It created a number of unusual and significant technical difficulties in the listing process that has since impacted our share price performance.
Going forward, AGBA is committed to engage with the international investment community and provide in-depth materials through an extensive investor relations program that allow investors to be informed and up-to-date on the Group's performance and outlook. AGBA remains committed to its long-term growth strategy and believes that it has a solid foundation for future success.
The latest report is available on the company's website, please visit www.agba.com/ir
Safe Harbor Statement
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. 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; the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against us following the consummation of the business combination; expectations regarding our strategies and future financial performance, including its future business plans or objectives, prospective performance and opportunities and competitors, revenues, products, pricing, operating expenses, market trends, liquidity, cash flows and uses of cash, capital expenditures, and our ability to invest in growth initiatives and pursue acquisition opportunities; reputation and brand; the impact of competition and pricing; government regulations; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in Hong Kong and the international markets the Company plans to serve and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing and other risks contained in reports filed by the Company with the SEC, the length and severity of the recent coronavirus outbreak, including its impacts across our business and operations. 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.
About AGBA Group:
Established in 1993, AGBA Group Holding Limited (NASDAQ: "AGBA") is a leading one-stop financial supermarket based in Hong Kong offering the broadest set of financial services and healthcare products in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) through a tech-led ecosystem, enabling clients to unlock the choices that best suit their needs. Trusted by over 400,000 individual and corporate customers, the Group is organized into four market-leading businesses: Platform Business, Distribution Business, Healthcare Business, and Fintech Business.
For more information about AGBA, please visit www.agba.com
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2023-06-05T14:37:49+00:00
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wsfa.com
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https://www.wsfa.com/prnewswire/2023/06/05/agba-group-nasdaq-agba-comments-its-share-price-performance-since-listing-november-2022/
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How one North Carolina lawmaker’s defection from the Democratic Party upended abortion protections
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Mere weeks before North Carolina’s GOP-controlled legislature enacted a 12-week abortion limit over the Democratic governor’s opposition this week, state Republican lawmakers appeared just one vote shy of an override.
But one House Democrat — formerly a strong advocate for women’s reproductive rights — unexpectedly switched to the GOP and then voted to squash Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto of the bill to limit abortion access.
The switch by Charlotte-area Rep. Tricia Cotham also gave Republicans veto-proof margins in both the House and Senate, upending the state’s fragile power balance and perhaps opening the floodgates to a new wave of conservative policies.
Republican bill sponsors also could use their newly attained veto-proof majority to propel some GOP-backed education policies and transgender restrictions across the finish line — several of which they introduced the same week she announced her party change.
She ran last fall on a platform supporting abortion access and LGBTQ+ rights but has since supported bills that critics say are at odds with those stances.
“Some call me a hypocrite since I voted for this bill,” Cotham said after supporting the abortion override Tuesday. The former Democrat, who has strong familial ties to the party and was known for giving an emotional House floor speech in 2015 about her own ectopic pregnancy, said she thought the bill struck “a reasonable balance” and represented the “middle ground” of two extremes.
Cotham, who earlier this year signed on to legislation to codify abortion protections under Roe v. Wade in state law, was among a small group of GOP legislators who were lobbied heavily by Cooper before the vote to sustain his veto. Rep. Ted Davis, who had declined to state publicly his views on the GOP abortion bill, was another.
While Cotham had voted in favor of further restrictions when the measure initially cleared the House May 4 — a move many Democratic constituents denounced as a “betrayal” — Davis was the lone Republican absent for the vote, making him a primary target of Cooper’s eleventh-hour plea.
The Wilmington-area Republican, who said at a candidate forum last fall that he supported “what the law is in North Carolina right now,” which was a 20-week limit, contends he did not break any promises. Davis now stands by his override vote, viewing it as a separate matter and one on which he made no promises.
The new abortion limits set to take effect July 1 also include new rape or incest exceptions through 20 weeks of pregnancy and exceptions for “life-limiting” fetal anomalies during the first 24 weeks. An existing exception remains for when the life of the pregnant woman is in danger.
“Based on things that have happened in my conscience, I could not vote to support Cooper, in part because of the manner in which he has tried to pressure and bully me into voting to support him,” Davis told The Associated Press after the vote Tuesday.
When announcing her party switch in April, Cotham similarly claimed pressure from Cooper and legislative Democrats made her feel disrespected and in part prompted her defection.
Longtime Democratic consultant Gary Pearce maintains his belief that Cooper’s barnstorming strategy was smart and put the new law “under the harsh spotlight it deserves.” The governor showed voters the hypocrisy of their elected officials, Pearce said, in a move he expects will boost Democratic campaigns next year.
“They were never on the fence,” he suggested of Davis and Cotham. “This was not an inside legislative game. It’s an outside game — a 2024 political strategy.”
The governor’s office did not respond to an email seeking comment on Davis’s criticisms.
Some Democrats are calling for Cotham’s resignation. Her vote to enact new abortion restrictions “went against the will of those who elected her,” said Nina Rodriguez, a voter and constituent of Cotham’s.
Since Cotham joined the GOP, she has also voted for a ban on gender-affirming surgeries for trans minors and a prohibition on trans student athletes playing on the sports teams that align with their gender identity.
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Schoenbaum is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
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Associated Press writer Gary Robertson contributed from Raleigh.
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WFO BURLINGTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Burlington VT
354 PM EDT Wed Aug 31 2022
...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 415 PM EDT
FOR CENTRAL ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY...
At 353 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near De Kalb
Junction, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vehicles is possible. Expect wind
damage to trees and powerlines.
Locations impacted include...
Canton, De Kalb, Rensselaer Falls, Morley, Hammond, Hermon, Madrid,
De Peyster, South Hammond, Pyrites, North Russell, De Kalb Junction,
West Pierrepont, East De Kalb and North Gouverneur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. , July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Conterra Ultra Broadband Holdings, Inc. ("Conterra Networks") is thrilled to announce the launch of its state-of-the-art Managed LAN service, fortified by a strategic partnership with Fortinet®, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security. This collaboration combines the expertise of both Conterra Networks and Fortinet to deliver an unparalleled networking infrastructure that prioritizes performance, security, and scalability.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration has proposed an end to public disclosure of investigations of abusive and corrupt police officers, handing the responsibility instead to local agencies in an effort to help cover an estimated $31.5 billion budget deficit.
The proposal, part of the governor’s budget package that he is still negotiating with the Legislature, has prompted strong criticism from a coalition of criminal justice and press freedom groups, which spent years pushing for the disclosure rules that were part of a landmark law Newsom signed in 2021.
The law allows the state Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training to investigate and decertify police officers for misconduct, such as use of excessive force, sexual assault and dishonesty. It requires the commission to make public the records of decertification cases.
The Newsom administration now wants to get rid of that transparency element. The commission says the public could still get the records from police departments. But advocates say local police departments often resist releasing that information.
A number of states with a police decertification process, including Republican-led ones such as Tennessee and Georgia, require state agencies to divulge records of police misconduct.
In Tennessee, records made available through the requirement provided a slew of new details on police officers’ actions when they brutally beat Tyre Nichols, a Black man, during a traffic stop earlier this year. Those details, released by the state police certification commission, were not previously made public by the local police department.
“It’s a slap in the face to the family members who have had their loved ones stolen from them that … a key provision of the decertification process is not being honored,” J Vasquez, of social justice group Communities United For Restorative Justice, said at a news conference last week.
Removing the transparency element from the 2021 law would continue eroding public trust, Antioch Mayor Pro Tem Tamisha Torres-Walker said. The city, 45 miles (72 kilometers) east of San Francisco, was shaken after a federal investigation found more than half of the officers in the Antioch police force were in a group text where some officers freely used racial slurs and bragged about fabricating evidence and beating suspects.
“To say, ‘go to the very people who commit the crimes against your community and ask them to reveal themselves to you so that you can hold them accountable,’ I don’t think that’s a fair process,” Torres-Walker said.
The coalition of more than 20 groups, including the American Civil Liberties Union, also accused the Democratic governor of abusing the budget process to push through his proposal introduced in April.
Carmen-Nicole Cox, director of government affairs for ACLU California Action, said Newsom’s proposal should have gone through the traditional legislative process, instead of being put into the budget.
Democratic Sen. Steven Bradford, who authored the 2021 landmark bill, declined to comment on the proposed change.
The governor’s office referred questions to the commission, whose spokesperson said the proposed change is a cost-saving measure that would still allow the public to access information on decertification cases from local police departments. California is facing a nearly $32 billion budget deficit this year after enjoying several years of record-breaking surpluses and the proposal is one of many of Newsom’s cost-cutting measures.
Neither the governor’s office nor the commission shared how much money the state could save under the proposal.
According to a May budget request, the commission estimated it will handle up to 3,500 decertification cases each year. That’s about 4% of all officers in California. The commission, which has suspended or decertified 44 police officers so far this year, requested an additional $6 million to handle the large number of complaints.
“Because of the substantial fiscal implications, as well as the need to urgently implement these cost-saving measures into law, the budget process is the most appropriate avenue for this,” commission spokesperson Meagan Poulos said in a statement.
For decades, police officers in California have enjoyed layers of legal protections helping shield most of law enforcement misconduct records from public scrutiny, First Amendment Coalition Legal Director David Loy said.
In 2018, things began to shift after the Legislature passed a bill requiring the disclosure of records pertaining to police misconduct including use of excessive force, sexual assault and dishonesty. That law was expanded in 2021 to include the release of investigations into police racist or biased behavior, unlawful searches or arrests and use of unreasonable force.
The 2021 decertification law was hailed as another mechanism to hold law enforcement accountable.
“California has always been a black hole for police transparency,” said Loy, whose group is part of the coalition opposing the change. “The last thing California should be doing is taking any step backward on police transparency.”
The state Legislature passed its own version of the state budget Thursday to meet its deadline without including Newsom’s proposed change to the decertification process. Legislative leaders and the governor’s office will continue negotiations to finalize the budget by the end of the month.
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Associated Press reporter Jonathan Mattise contributed from Nashville, Tennessee.
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2023-06-18T14:47:29+00:00
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myfox8.com
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https://myfox8.com/news/national/ap-us-news/california-governor-proposes-rolling-back-access-to-police-misconduct-records/
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BRUSSELS (AP) — Ukraine will start trading electricity with neighboring European countries later this week as it continues to move away from Russia’s sphere of influence, the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E) said on Tuesday.
The Belgian-based association, which represents dozens of transmission system operators in Europe, said the first phase of commercial exchanges is set to begin on June 30 following the synchronization of power systems in March.
Following the Russian invasion, engineers linked Ukraine to the continental grid to allow the country to decouple its power system from Russia. Moldova was also synchronized with the continental system.
ENTSO-E, whose 39 members operate the world’s largest interconnected electrical grid, said commercial exchanges with the Ukrainian and Moldovan power systems will start on the interconnection between Ukraine and Romania.
Trade on other interconnections (Ukraine-Slovakia, Ukraine-Hungary, and Moldova-Romania) is expected to start at a later stage, with capacity set to 100 megawatts in the first phase, ENTSO-E said.
ENTSO-E said in March that the move will help maintain the stability of the Ukrainian and Moldovan power systems.
Ukraine and Moldova were previously part of the Integrated Power System that also includes Russia and Belarus. This made Ukraine dependent on Russia’s grid operator despite there having been no electricity trade between the two countries for years.
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2022-06-28T21:46:35+00:00
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wearegreenbay.com
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https://www.wearegreenbay.com/business/ap-business/ukraine-to-start-electricity-trading-with-eu-neighbors/
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When CVS Health customers complained to the company about privacy violations, some of the calls and letters made their way to Joseph Fenity. One patient's medication was delivered to his neighbor, revealing he had cancer. Another was upset because a pharmacist had yelled personal information across the counter.
Fenity worked on a small team that dealt with complaints directed to the company president's office, assuring customers their situations were rare. "I sincerely apologize on behalf of CVS Health," Fenity says he'd respond. "This is not how we handle things. The breach of your protected health information was an isolated incident and we'll do better."
In fact, Fenity learned — partly from battling CVS over the privacy of his own medical information — that was "a lie."
CVS is among hundreds of health providers nationwide that repeatedly violated the federal patient privacy law known as HIPAA between 2011 and 2014, a ProPublica analysis of federal data shows. Other well-known repeat offenders include the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Walgreens, Kaiser Permanente and Wal-Mart.
And yet, the agency tasked with enforcing the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act took no punitive action against these providers, ProPublica found.
In more than 200 instances over those four years, that agency, the Office for Civil Rights within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, reminded CVS of its obligations under the law or accepted its pledges to improve privacy protections. (CVS did pay a $2.25 million penalty in 2009 for dumping prescription bottles in unsecured dumpsters.)
To be sure, the organizations with the most HIPAA violations are all large health care providers with many locations that serve millions of patients each year. In statements, they said they take privacy seriously. (Wal-Mart declined to comment.)
"CVS Health is strongly committed to protecting the privacy of our patients' health information," CVS spokesman Mike DeAngelis wrote. "We have established rigorous privacy policies and procedures throughout the Company to safeguard patient information."
Over the course of this year, ProPublica has reported on loopholes in HIPAA and the federal government's lax enforcement of the law. A story earlier in December detailed how the Office for Civil Rights only rarely imposed sanctions for small-scale privacy breaches that caused lasting harm.
The data analyzed for this story show the problem goes beyond isolated incidents, carrying few consequences even for those who violate the law the most.
"The patterns you've identified makes a person wonder how far a company has to go before HHS recognizes a pattern of noncompliance," said Joy Pritts, a health information privacy and security consultant who served as chief privacy officer for HHS's Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology until last year.
Pritts said the government is supposed to take into account a health provider's prior track record of following the law when deciding whether to pursue fines for privacy violations. "You have to ask whether that's happening," she said.
The VA was the most persistent HIPAA violator in the data. Time and again, records show, VA employees snooped on one another and on patients they weren't treating. One employee accessed her ex-husband's medical record more than 260 times. Another employee peeked at the records of a patient 61 times and posted details on Facebook. A third improperly shared a veteran's health information with his parole officer.
All told, VA hospitals, clinics and pharmacies violated the law 220 times from 2011 to 2014. For this story, ProPublica counted as violations those complaints that resulted in either corrective-action plans submitted by a health provider or "technical assistance" provided by the Office for Civil Rights on how to comply with the law.
The VA has never been called out publicly by the Office for Civil Rights or sanctioned for its string of violations.
The VA would not make an official available for an interview, but said in a written statement that it "takes veteran privacy and the privacy of medical or health records very seriously."
"The challenges VA is facing are similar to those experienced across public and private sectors, and we are continuously striving to better protect veteran data," its statement said, adding that it provides training to staff, investigates complaints and conducts audits of who accesses health records.
Some privacy problems — whether inadvertent or the deliberate acts of rogue employees — are to be expected. But repeated complaints may signal organizational failures, experts say.
"I don't think it's a defense to just say, 'We do a billion prescriptions a year,' " said Mark Rothstein, chair of law and medicine and the founding director of the Institute for Bioethics, Health Policy and Law at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. "They need to be more assertive to try to figure out what's wrong. It may be true that you can't get down to zero, but you need to make a really good-faith effort to follow up on the complaints that were filed."
OCR has broad latitude in deciding how to handle complaints. It can resolve them privately and informally, as it has chosen to do in the vast majority of instances. It also has the authority to impose fines of up to $50,000 per violation, with an annual maximum of $1.5 million. In the most egregious cases, the agency can file criminal charges against violators. It is also free to post complaints online, if it protects patients' identities.
Deven McGraw, deputy director for health information privacy at the Office for Civil Rights, said the agency's top priority has been investigating breaches that affect at least 500 people, which providers are required by law to report promptly. "Often, when we take a look into those breaches, what we find is that they were not accidents," she said. "What contributed to the breach of thousands, if not tens of thousands of records, was systemic noncompliance ... over a period oftentimes of years."
Still, McGraw acknowledged, more can be done about health providers with multiple HIPAA violations.
"I don't like the idea of repeat offenders not being called to task for that behavior, and I would like to see us doing more in this regard," she said, adding that the office's case management system in the past was an impediment but is now being fixed to proactively flag them.
Although the Office for Civil Rights receives thousands of complaints a year — nearly 18,000 in 2014 — it issues only a handful of financial penalties. The agency posts details online about the fines violators have agreed to pay (fewer than 30 since 2009), as well as a listing of large breaches. But that represents a tiny share of the incidents investigated by the office; the rest has been hidden from the public.
Asked why the office did not post details of repeat violations online, spokeswoman Rachel Seeger wrote in an email: "Entities who are the subject of complaints are not necessarily guilty of a crime or a civil wrong. Our office makes public details of cases that result in settlements and formal corrective action agreements or civil monetary penalties on our website."
Despite the VA's status as the top serial HIPAA violator in ProPublica's analysis, McGraw said, "that doesn't mean that we treat them any differently in terms of our overall enforcement philosophy."
Using data provided by OCR under the Freedom of Information Act, ProPublica is launching a new tool, HIPAA Helper, which allows users to look up reports of privacy violations by provider for the first time. OCR's material often referred to the same entities by multiple names. CVS was listed as "CVS," "Pharmacy, CVS," "Caremark, CVS," "CVS Caremark" and more. Kaiser Permanente was identified as "Kaiser Foundation Hospital," "Kaiser Hospital," "Kiaser Permanente" and even "KP." We have standardized organizations' names to make searching easier.
The database also includes the large breaches self-reported by health providers to the Office for Civil Rights, privacy incidents logged separately by the VA and violations cited by the California Department of Public Health, which can impose its own fines against hospitals for failing to protect patient privacy. (Read our methodology.)
Two reports issued this fall by the HHS inspector general faulted the Office for Civil Rights' case-tracking system for its inability to track repeat offenders.
The Office for Civil Rights said it is taking steps to fix those problems.
To gain a better understanding of the nature of the complaints received by OCR, ProPublica requested dozens of letters sent by the office to health providers detailing the allegations and how they were resolved.
In the case of CVS, common complaints included giving drugs to the wrong patients, speaking too loudly when discussing health information in front of customers, and faxing medical information to the wrong places (including to random strangers).
Many of the letters culminate with the admonition: "Should OCR receive a similar allegation of noncompliance against CVS in the future, OCR may initiate a formal investigation of that matter."
But that doesn't seem to have happened.
DeAngelis, the CVS spokesman, said the company's 200,000 employees who work in pharmacies, medical clinics and call centers are required to complete privacy training when they are hired and every year afterward. That's in addition to regular on-the-job-training on privacy practices, he wrote.
Walgreens ranked third for the number of privacy complaints resolved with corrective actions or technical assistance, ProPublica's analysis showed. Spokesman Jim Graham said in an email that the company "takes the privacy and security of our customers' information very seriously. Walgreens thoroughly investigates any concern about privacy regardless of how it is brought to our attention and will voluntarily improve practices if necessary."
Beyond the cases in OCR's data, there have been other incidents indicating that Walgreens sometimes struggles with patient privacy. In 2013, an Indiana jury ordered the company and one of its pharmacists to pay $1.44 million because the pharmacist looked in a patient's prescription records and told her ex-boyfriend that she had stopped taking birth control pills before becoming pregnant. The verdict was upheld by the Indiana Court of Appeals.
Nicolas Terry, a professor and executive director of the Hall Center for Law and Health at Indiana University's law school, said the Office for Civil Rights has moved more aggressively in recent years to impose fines against health providers that have had large-scale breaches or have done "dumb things," such as a cardiology group that used a publicly accessible online scheduling system. Still, he said, the agency could do more.
"If you see the same offender continuing along the same line of conduct, then at some point, you've got to ramp up and say, 'You are not taking the hint that we are dropping,' " Terry said.
For patients whose medical information is exposed, the effects can be far-reaching.
The breach involving Fenity occurred in September 2014, when he couldn't refill a prescription for a controlled substance — a medication to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder — at a CVS pharmacy and called the company's help line (as required) for permission to get the drug elsewhere.
All CVS employee calls were routed to the center in San Antonio where Fenity worked, and he soon discovered that a co-worker who assisted with the call hadn't kept his inquiry confidential. Walking down a hall a couple of days later, Fenity heard the co-worker mention his name and the medical lingo used to describe controlled substance overrides.
Deeply shaken, he told a supervisor and, after investigating, the company fired the co-worker and counseled two others who were told the information. Fenity remained so anxious and embarrassed by the incident that he took a leave of absence. (He was terminated this August for not returning.)
"It was incredibly difficult for me to reassure members that we would appropriately handle their [personal health information] or take accountability by working to avoid any additional HIPAA violations when I was experiencing the complete opposite," he said in an email.
After trying to resolve the issue within the company, he filed a privacy complaint against CVS with the Office for Civil Rights. He said he believes the company's systems for protecting his health data were — and still are — inadequate. His complaint is pending.
CVS's DeAngelis said the company investigated Fenity's complaint promptly and fired the employee to blame.
DeAngelis also noted that employees can request that their calls be routed to a single employee who "would be the only representative authorized to access their prescription account. In fact, following Mr. Fenity's incident, this option was offered to him and he accepted."
Fenity can still recall the chill of realizing the information about his medication was out.
"It's like feeling your clothes have been ripped off in the middle of work," he said. "That's what it feels like. You feel so exposed."
This story is part of a yearlong examination into how secure medical privacy is. Has your medical privacy been compromised? Help ProPublica investigate by filling out a short questionnaire. You can also read other stories in our Policing Patient Privacy series.
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2022-06-18T07:43:46+00:00
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kgou.org
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https://www.kgou.org/health/health/2015-12-29/repeat-violators-of-health-privacy-laws-often-go-unpunished
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KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Foreign analysts say Russia may be temporarily easing its offensive in eastern Ukraine as the Russian military attempts to reassemble its forces for a significant – and what it hopes could prove decisive – offensive to conquer the neighboring country.
On Wednesday, Russian forces made no claimed or assessed territorial gains in Ukraine “for the first time in 133 days of war,” according to the Institute for the Study of War. The think tank based in Washington suggested that Moscow may be taking an “operational pause,” but that it does not entail “the complete cessation of active hostilities.”
“Russian forces will likely confine themselves to relatively small-scale offensive actions as they attempt to set conditions for more significant offensive operations and rebuild the combat power needed to attempt those more ambitious undertakings,” the institute said.
A Thursday statement from Russia’s Defense Ministry seemed to confirm that assessment. It said Russian military units involved in combat in Ukraine had been given time to rest.
“The units that performed combat missions during the special military operation are taking measures to recover their combat capabilities. The servicemen are given the opportunity to rest, receive letters and parcels from home,” read the statement, quoted by Russian state news agency Tass.
Shelling continued in Ukraine’s east, where at least nine civilians were killed and six wounded in 24 hours, Ukrainian officials said.
Ukraine’s presidential office said in its morning update that cities and villages in seven of the country’s regions were shelled in the past day. Most of the civilian deaths occurred in Donetsk province, where fighting is ongoing. Seven civilians were killed there, including a child, the presidential office said.
Later Thursday, a missile hit a residential area in the Donetsk city of Kramatorsk, killing one civilian and injuring at least six, officials said. Burning cars and broken trees smoldered at the scene of the strike, which left a crater in the center of a courtyard.
Volodymyr, 66, a resident who declined to provide his full name, sat in his overturned apartment, covered in blood.
“I was just sitting and drinking tea, and then there was an explosion,” he told Associated Press journalists. “You can see the result of it.”
Asked if he felt safe staying in his Kramatorsk apartment building block, he responded: “Is it safe right now anywhere in Ukraine? It all just happened in one moment, and that was it.”
In all, 10 cities and villages came under shelling in Donetsk, and 35 buildings were destroyed, including a school, a vocational college and a hospital, officials said.
Donetsk is part of the Donbas, a mostly Russian-speaking industrial region where Ukraine’s most experienced soldiers are concentrated. Pro-Russian separatists have fought Ukrainian forces and controlled much of the Donbas for eight years. Russian President Vladimir Putin recognized the independence of two self-proclaimed republics there just before Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24.
Putin on Monday claimed victory in Luhansk, the other province constituting the Donbas, after Ukrainian forces withdrew from the last city they controlled there. The governor of Luhansk, Serhiy Haidai, denied Wednesday that the Russians had completely captured the province.
In Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, a boarding school was hit, but no one was injured. The Kharkiv region, which lies along the border with Russia, is under daily shelling, and two civilians were killed there over the past 24 hours.
The Ukrainian military said Thursday that Russian forces also carried out shelling and helicopter strikes in the Sumy region in the northeast.
Even as the fighting continued, the British Defense Ministry said it thinks Russia’s military is “reconstituting” its forces. A ministry intelligence assessment issued Thursday said the heavy shelling along the front line in Donetsk is likely intended to secure previous Russian gains.
Further hostilities were reported in the Black Sea. The Ukrainian military said Thursday a national flag again stood on a strategic island that Russian troops withdrew from last month.
Ukraine’s Operational Command South said in a statement that Ukrainian military units had cleared Snake Island, an outpost off Ukraine’s southwestern coast vital for guaranteeing sea lanes out of Odesa, home to Ukraine’s biggest port.
The command group said that in addition to planting Ukraine’s flag on the island, the Ukrainian military also destroyed left behind Russian military equipment, describing the discovery of “abandoned ammunition and vast ruins.”
The Russian Defense Ministry said Thursday that a Russian military aircraft launched a missile strike on the island as Ukrainian forces attempted to plant the flag. “As a result, some of the Ukrainian military personnel were destroyed, the rest fled,” the ministry said. The claim could not be immediately verified.
When Russian troops withdrew from Snake Island on June 30, the Defense Ministry described it as a “a goodwill gesture” to ensure Ukrainian grain and other exports could resume.
Ukraine said Russia also fired two missiles targeting a Moldovan-flagged oil tanker in the Black Sea, setting it ablaze.
Ukraine’s southern military command said the strike hit the Millennial Spirit, which carried over 500 tons of diesel fuel. Ukrainian officials said one missile struck the ship, while the other went wide. Social media images showed smoke rising off the coast of Odesa on Thursday morning.
The ship has been without a crew, drifting at sea since the start of the war in February. Russia did not immediately acknowledge the strike on the vessel. The ship’s tracking devices have been down since it was abandoned by its crew.
Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry said it summoned the Turkish ambassador in Kyiv Thursday over what it described as the theft of Ukrainian grain by a Russian ship.
The Russian ship Zhibek Zholy was allowed to leave Turkey’s Black Sea coast after Turkish authorities briefly detained it at Ukraine’s request. Ukraine summoned the ambassador to complain about the “unacceptable situation.”
Turkey, with its Bosporus Strait, is a key transit route for shipping out of the Black Sea. Ukraine has sought to pressure Ankara to stop Russian shipments of its grain, a vital source of revenue.
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Francesca Ebel in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, Jon Gambrell in Lviv, Ukraine, and Cara Anna in Kharkiv, Ukraine, contributed to this story.
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2022-07-07T14:09:05+00:00
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wcia.com
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https://www.wcia.com/news/international/russia-taking-operational-pause-in-ukraine-analysts-say/
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Colorado’s mountains are beckoning as fourteener hiking season approaches, but five of the state’s 58 towering 14,000-foot peaks will continue to be off limits this summer due to liability concerns from private landowners who control access to those peaks.
Recreation advocates tried to resolve the issues through legislative action in March while Colorado lawmakers were in session. But their efforts were unsuccessful.
Now a growing alliance of prominent nonprofits is mobilizing to raise the issue again next year, seeking a revision to the Colorado Recreational Use Statute (CRUS). The Fix CRUS Coalition, founded in April, includes the Colorado Fourteeners Initiative, the Colorado Mountain Club, the Boulder Climbing Community, the Access Fund, The Nature Conservancy, the Trust for Public Land, the American Alpine Club, the Outdoor Alliance, People for Bikes and American Whitewater.
They contend the issue is much bigger than access to Colorado’s iconic fourteeners. Mountain biking trails, climbing crags, trail races and even river rafting could all be affected by a $7 million liability judgment against the Air Force Academy that was based on the recreational use statute.
Nicole Budine, conservation policy director for the Colorado Mountain Club, and others in the coalition say that decision — which was upheld by the U.S. Court of Appeals in 2019 — is having a “chilling effect” on private landowners because they don’t feel they are protected against injuries that people may sustain on their property.
“Colorado’s population is growing every day. With increased liability protections, there is the opportunity for landowners to allow access for every type of recreational activity that they feel is appropriate,” Budine said. “That’s the larger goal of revising the recreational use statute — giving the landowners the comfort to allow recreational access to the public for free.”
Mount Lincoln, Mount Democrat and Mount Cameron, all near Fairplay, were closed by landowner John Reiber following the defeat in committee of Senate Bill 23-103, which would have revised language in the recreational use statute to provide more liability protection for landowners.
An adjacent peak, Mount Bross, has been closed since 2005, and together they make up the so-called DeCaLiBron loop, named for the four mountains.
Park County, where the DeCaLiBron is located, has joined the coalition. So has the town of Alma, which is at the foot of the peaks.
Also closed because of liability concerns is Mount Lindsey in the Sangre de Cristo range, east of Alamosa. Another peak in the Sangres, Culebra, is controlled by a private landowner who charges $150 per person to climb it.
“The sad part is that in a state where recreation is so huge, there are lost recreational opportunities, there are lost economic opportunities for communities,” said Lloyd Athearn, executive director of the Colorado Fourteeners Initiative. “You think about the impact to Alma, Fairplay, that portion of Park County, when up to 20,000 people a season aren’t going to climb the DeCaLiBron loop.”
There is concern about yet another fourteener, Mount Sherman, which is located 8 miles south of DeCaLiBron. Most of it is on private land, which is tied up in bankruptcy court.
“Unlike the DeCaLiBron Loop, there has not been any effort by landowners to post, ‘This is closed, don’t go there,’ but if things go the wrong way that could also be off limits to people,” Athearn said. “So think about the impact to communities if all of those mountains — which tend to be, as far as fourteeners go, some of the easiest, most approachable, good introductory peaks — if those are no longer available? What does the state lose?”
One of the founders of the Fix CRUS Coalition is Alex Derr, an avid fourteener climber who analyzed recreational use statutes in every state for his grad school thesis at the University of Colorado-Denver.
“I think it’s a huge opportunity, not just to focus on what we’re losing, but also on what we can gain,” Derr said. “I think the land conversation, or access conversation, so often in Colorado is just on public land, understandably because we have so much of it, but we’re running out.
“I mean, we’re filling up fast,” he continued. “We don’t want to just change the law, we also want to take advantage of the law, spread the word and talk to landowners, educate them, really let them know how strong these protections are. We’re building trust through this coalition with farmers and hunters and hikers, groups that don’t talk ever.”
Coalition members say the recreational use statute can be fixed just by changing a few words. It currently says that landowners are liable for “willful or malicious failure to warn against a known dangerous condition.” The Air Force Academy was found liable in one case because it failed to post warnings on a trail that had washed out, and the plaintiff was severely injured in a cycling crash.
The proposed revision to SB103 would have stricken the word “willful,” meaning the failure to warn would have to be malicious. Now the coalition is working on further tweaking the language regarding the failure of landowners to warn of dangers on their property when they are aware of them.
“We’re actually looking at ‘willful and wanton,'” said Anneliese Steel, who represented the Boulder Climbing Community as a lobbyist against SB103 and has helped Derr organize the coalition. “We’re having our lawyers look at the kind of instances that will be covered under willful, what will be covered under willful and wanton, what will be covered under willful and malicious, because we’re going to have to negotiate with the trial attorneys and find a solution.”
Opponents to SB103, including the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, argued that the Air Force Academy case turned on a unique set of circumstances and that it represented the only successful lawsuit since the recreational use statute went into effect 26 years ago.
“Our position is that the law has worked to protect landowners and protect the hikers, the bikers, the people who want to use the land,” said Kari Jones Dulin, president-elect of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, who testified against the revision. “SB103 was going to get rid of the word ‘willful,’ and that’s essentially intentional.
“We greatly value our beautiful land,” Dulin added. “People flock to this state to be able to hike and bike. The least we can do is have a really minor protection in our law that says you can’t intentionally hurt someone.”
Derr doesn’t see it that way, arguing that the intent of the statute is not to prevent lawsuits but to “incentivize open access.” Those who are advocating for a revision also say Colorado’s trial lawyers wield a lot of influence with statehouse Democrats, who killed the bill in committee. They find that ironic, because the outdoors community would seem to be a Democratic constituency. SB103 was sponsored by Sen. Mark Baisley, a Republican whose district includes the DeCaLiBron loop.
“My goal, maybe even my singular goal with this, is to make this a truly bipartisan effort that is good for Colorado, and it’s good for the state,” Steel said. “This is Colorado’s brand identity. This is who we are as a state, this is how we represent ourselves to the rest of the country. And it is at stake with this case.”
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Kim Rodriguez, CEO, and Matt Cerullo, Chief Revenue Officer, to attend the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC), the world's largest forum for the dementia research community
AUSTIN, Texas, July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BrainCheck, Inc. celebrates the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s recent decision to approve Leqembi® (lecanemab, Eisai/Biogen), for the treatment of early Alzheimer's disease. BrainCheck's comprehensive cognitive assessment and care management platform is empowering customers to lead the way in the early detection of cognitive impairment. Kim Rodriguez, CEO, and Matt Cerullo, Chief Revenue Officer, will attend the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) in Amsterdam, Netherlands from July 16-20 to share BrainCheck's technology with the global dementia research community.
"The U.S. FDA's approval of Leqembi® marks a major milestone in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. With the approval specifically focused on the treatment of patients with early forms of disease, such as mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia, early detection has never been more important," said Kim Rodriguez, CEO of BrainCheck. "At BrainCheck, we are focused on expanding nationwide access to innovative technology proven to help patients, providers and health systems quickly and easily assess cognitive function. Together, we can accelerate intervention, improve care, and offer new hope to patients and their families."
"BrainCheck's platform is trusted by hundreds of the country's most prestigious providers and specialists to manage the cognitive health of more than 300,000 patients to date. With BrainCheck, our customers are well-equipped to enhance care, personalize results, and provide actionable insights. We expect more facilities to demand this technology as they work to ensure patients receive the greatest benefit from new treatments like Leqembi® at the earliest point possible," Ms. Rodriguez added.
Developed by neuroscientists and technologists from Baylor College of Medicine and Stanford University, BrainCheck's FDA-registered cognitive assessment and care management platform is the most comprehensive digital health solution of its kind available on the market today. Its proprietary computerized cognitive assessments and robust portfolio of screeners can be applied to evaluate all types of cognitive impairments and decline, including Alzheimer's and dementia. Backed by science, studies, and success stories, the technology is proven to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and reduce costs at scale.
"For more than 60 years, DENT Neurologic Institute has been committed to staying on the forefront of medical advances to provide the highest quality neurologic care. With more than 80 providers serving 25 sub-specialty clinics in three convenient locations, DENT treats nearly 1,300 patients daily, amounting to more than 325,000 patient visits per year and growing," said Christine Mann, MBA, Chief Operating Officer, Director of Infusion Operations, DENT Neurologic Institute, one of the largest outpatient neurology practices in the U.S. "The BrainCheck platform allows us to provide regular and consistent care planning and education to this complex patient population. Providers in our memory clinic also consider BrainCheck to be an extremely beneficial tool that helps us to connect patients and care partners to essential community resources."
"We understand the anxiety patients and their families face when dealing with complex symptoms and diagnosis. In order to reduce this anxiety and stress, the physicians and staff at Texas Neurology are committed to providing the best care possible, treating each patient with dignity, respect, and compassion," said David Evans, CEO, Texas Neurology, north Texas' premier provider of neurological services. "The BrainCheck platform empowers us to continue to deliver exceptional cognitive assessment and care planning services, personalizing patient results and improving operational efficiency at our facility."
"With the FDA's approval of Leqembi®, now more than ever, providers and specialists nationwide need technology that can not only assess cognitive function, but also provide a personalized plan of action," said David Eagleman, PhD, Neuroscientist, Chief Science Officer and Co-Founder of BrainCheck. "We developed the BrainCheck platform because we believe that in the battle against Alzheimer's disease and dementia, early detection is the best defense. We are pleased to arm the medical community with a proven effective tool to support earlier intervention, improved care, and ultimately, better outcomes for patients and their families."
"When it comes to cognitive health, knowledge is power and our leading technology puts that power back in the hands of providers, ensuring patients receive the right screening to detect disease as early as possible," said Ms. Rodriguez. "We look forward to sharing the BrainCheck platform with the AAIC community this year."
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2022 Ranking Features 145 Chinese Companies, 124 U.S. Companies, and 47 Japanese Companies
NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FORTUNE announced the Fortune Global 500TM list for 2022, ranking the world's largest corporations by revenue for fiscal 2021. Walmart claims the top spot for the ninth consecutive year, and for the 17th time since 1995. Saudi Aramco (No. 6) reclaims its title as the world's most profitable company, with $105 billion in earnings.
Mainland China (including Hong Kong), with 136, once again has the most companies on the list, up one from last year. Adding Taiwan, the total for Greater China is 145. The U.S., with 124, is up two; in third place, Japan lost six, for a total of 47. For the first time, the aggregate revenue of Fortune Global 500 companies based in Greater China (including Taiwan) exceeded the revenue of U.S. companies on the list, accounting for 31% of the total.
Of the 2022 rankings, FORTUNE List Editor Scott DeCarlo says, "A rebound from the worst depths of the pandemic created a huge tailwind for the world's largest companies by revenue. Aggregate sales and profits hit record levels in fiscal year 2021 for the Fortune Global 500. The Global 500 is the ultimate scorecard for business success and the companies face another big test navigating several global economic headwinds in 2022."
Fortune Global 500 companies generated revenues totaling $37.8 trillion—more than one-third of the world's GDP—for an increase of 19% over last year, marking the highest annual growth rate in the list's 33-year history. Cumulative profits were up 88% over last year, for a record $3.1 trillion. Companies on the 2022 list employ 69.6 million people worldwide and are based in 229 cities and 33 countries and regions around the world. The number of women CEOs of Fortune Global 500 companies rose to 24 this year, from 23 last year.
THE 2022 FORTUNE GLOBAL 500 TOP 10 LIST:
1. Walmart (U.S.)
2. Amazon.com (U.S.)
3. State Grid (China)
4. China National Petroleum (China)
5. Sinopec (China)
6. Saudi Aramco (Saudi Arabia)
7. Apple (U.S.)
8. Volkswagen (Germany)
9. China State Construction Engineering (China)
10. CVS Health (U.S.)
View the complete list here: https://fortune.com/global500/2022
In her foreword to the magazine's August/September 2022 issue, FORTUNE Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell writes, "Here's the catch: [These] numbers reflect financials from 2021, when the world was starting to bounce back from COVID-19. This year has brought a whole new truckload of challenges… For businesses of every size, the real test will be who can survive and thrive in tough conditions like these, especially if—or when—a recession of unknown length and depth settles in."
Companies are ranked by total revenues for their respective fiscal years ended on or before March 31, 2022. All companies on the list must publish financial data and report part or all of their figures to a government agency. Figures are as reported, and comparisons are with the prior year's figures as originally reported for that year. FORTUNE does not restate the prior year's figures for changes in accounting.
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The Mets are moving on.
Carlos Correa passed his physical with the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday and the deal became official. It’s been quite a month for Correa, who tested free agency for the second year in a row and was briefly a member of the San Francisco Giants, then the Mets and now he’s back where he started his free agency journey in Minnesota. It took three teams and three physicals but the third time appears to be the charm.
The two-time All-Star shortstop will stay in Minnesota for another six years, possibly even longer.
If you haven’t been keeping up, here’s the short version of a long journey: Correa and his representatives, led by super agent Scott Boras, had an agreement on a 12-year, $315 million contract with the Mets that came shortly after a 13-year, $350 million deal with the San Francisco Giants. Both deals fell apart due to the first two teams finding something concerning with his surgically-repaired right ankle on his physical.
The Mets released a statement Wednesday saying, “We were unable to reach an agreement. We wish Carlos all the best.”
Two sentences can hardly sum up nearly a month’s worth of drama yet it still spoke volumes.
So, now what?
The Mets don’t have to do anything major. Correa was an unexpected extra. He was the icing on the cake of what was otherwise a very productive offseason. He was expected to slide over to third base to accommodate his good friend Francisco Lindor, but the Mets already had a third baseman on the roster in Eduardo Escobar, plus two in waiting in Brett Baty and Mark Vientos.
But the Mets were playing the long game by adding Correa. The 28-year-old alone wouldn’t have pushed the Mets over the top next season. One player does not win a team a World Series. But there is no argument that he would have made the Mets a better team and the lineup more formidable next season and beyond.
So if the Mets are looking for an elite, impact player for the 2023 season, then they’ll have to go the trade route since Correa was the last of the elite free agent group left unsigned. But the Mets should not be reactionary and make a trade just to make one.
If the Mets have a chance to trade for an impact bat like Bryan Reynolds of the Pittsburgh Pirates, then it’s worth exploring. However, Reynolds is still under club control and will come at a high cost. With the Mets’ desire to turn the club into a sustainable winner then it’s important to retain their top prospects. Right now, the Mets don’t have a ton of them either.
General manager Billy Eppler has talked about building through free agency for the next few years and even Boras said that’s how he sees the team operating right now. So it’s far more likely that the club makes some depth moves to bolster a team that is more or less set for 2023.
The Mets need another outfielder and they could use an upgrade at DH. They could sign Andrew McCutchen to fill the outfield role and add a veteran clubhouse leader to the mix. Nelson Cruz would’ve been a good option, but the 42-year-old signed a one-year deal with the San Diego Padres, according to reports. Cruz’s addition in San Diego is a low-risk, low-cost move — signing for just a million dollars.
McCutchen is not the same player he was in Pittsburgh when he made five straight All-Star teams and his power numbers did dip in Milwaukee last season, but American Family Field isn’t exactly a homer-friendly park. But it’s worth noting what he did against left-handed pitching last season: .221/.303/.435 with a .738 OPS. Of his 17 home runs, seven came off lefties.
McCutchen may not check every box but he checks a few important ones, especially since Darin Ruf was not the answer against left-handed pitching that the Mets hoped he would be and Francisco Alvarez is still unproven.
You could make the argument that without Correa, the Mets’ current roster isn’t too much better than it was last season. The club filled the spots of the pitchers who vacated and they retained Brandon Nimmo. That team did win 101 games but made an early exit in the postseason, mostly because they didn’t have enough impact hitters.
So maybe the way to go is to make some minor moves for depth in the coming weeks and look for ways to improve the lineup as the season progresses. Losing Correa was a disappointment but it isn’t devastating. There are still some questions remaining, but for now, there is finally a resolution to one of the winter’s strangest storylines.
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2023-01-13T00:15:52+00:00
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Last year, the opening night of the Chicago International Film Festival told it like it was. One film (Wes Anderson’s “The French Dispatch”) played indoors, at the Music Box Theatre. That same night, across town, another film (Todd Haynes’ “The Velvet Underground”) played outdoors at the Pilsen drive-in known as ChiTown Movies, also known as the parking lot outside ChiTown Futbol, also known as the city’s standout boutique outdoor screening venue.
That was 19 months into the pandemic. Audience surveys taken during the 2021 festival, recalls CIFF artistic director Mimi Plauché, indicated that for “over 40% of ticket holders attending an in-person screening that year, it was their first time inside a theater — any theater — since March 2020.”
But, she notes, “they came back. For the festival.”
Last year CIFF operated on what Plauché calls a “true hybrid” of a festival model. Two-thirds of the films screening in the festival’s indoor venues were also available to stream online.
This year, her sixth year at the helm, things feel different, and the numbers are different. “It feels like we’re ready to put our focus on being back together in theaters.” A much smaller number of this year’s 96 features and 56 short films, roughly 25%, will stream online as well as indoors, in person.
The 58th edition of the Chicago International Film Festival opens with a block party along Southport Avenue, with food trucks and food stands, outside the Music Box Theatre, once again the site of several of the festival’s key screenings. These include the new Steve James documentary ”A Compassionate Spy” on Oct. 12, and “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” on Oct. 18, which co-star Kathryn Hahn will attend to pick up a Career Achievement Award.
Who else is coming to town for CIFF? It’s an impressive guest list, that’s who. Just this week Katie Couric, executive producer of the new documentary “No Ordinary Campaign” (Oct. 13), confirmed her Oct. 22 appearance. The film is about Barack Obama’s former political director Brian Wallach and his diagnosis, at age 37, with Lou Gehrig’s disease. Couric will moderate a post-screening discussion at this world premiere’s encore screening, held at a first-ever CIFF venue: the Chicago History Museum.
Anna Diop, who is superb in the crafty and elegant psychological thriller “Nanny” (Oct. 21), comes to town to receive a Rising Star Award. And this year’s Artistic Achievement Award goes to Jonathan Majors of “Lovecraft Country,” “Da 5 Bloods,” “The Harder They Fall” and others. In between a hectic shooting schedule for a slew of upcoming Marvel movies — he’s Kang the Conqueror, and will be for a while — Majors co-stars in the Korean War-era drama “Devotion,” about Jesse Brown, a pioneering Black U.S. Navy aviator. “Devotion” director J.D. Dillard will also attend the Oct. 22 screening.
That screening is part of CIFF’s Black Perspectives slate, programmed again this year by filmmaker/programmer Amir George. “We’re just so honored to honor them both,” he says of Majors and Diop.
Festival circuit titles making their Chicago premiere range from “The Whale” (Brendan Fraser as a morbidly obese recluse, Oct. 15) to the top prize winner at this year’s Venice festival (the nonfiction feature “All the Beauty and the Bloodshed,” about photographer Nan Goldin’s fight against Big Pharma). Both made their premieres at Venice a month ago.
This year’s Black Perspectives titles include the world premiere of “King of Kings: Chasing Edward Jones.” It promises a fascinating local crime story: that of the men, including the Jones brothers led by Edward “Big Ed” Jones, who squared off against the underworld syndicate known as the Outfit for control of a hugely lucrative numbers racket. The documentary, seeking a distributor, is the work of Jones’ granddaughter, Harriet Marin Jones.
The two “King of Kings” screening locations reflect the expanding geographical ideals of CIFF. It plays on Oct. 19 at the History Museum and, two nights later, at another venue new to the festival: the Hamilton Park Cultural Center in Englewood.
Last year, says festival programmer George, just getting a screening or two away from downtown sent a long-overdue message to communities who heretofore had no immediate reason to wonder what was up with the city’s largest film festival. The 2021 CIFF screenings included an outdoor patio shorts program, curated by George, at Bronzeville’s Parkway Ballroom.
The response, he says, was unanimous: gratitude, mixed with it’s about time.
“People were just happy to have these films on the South Side,” he says. “It allowed the festival to widen its reach to local neighborhoods and to involve people who hadn’t attended the festival before.”
What we’ve covered so far represents a sliver of the 2022 lineup, which includes a wealth of Industry Days events and master classes. The “Sound on Screen” sessions feature Mychael Danna (Oct. 15), composer of “Life of Pi,” “Monsoon Wedding” and “Little Miss Sunshine;” followed on Oct. 22 by composer Kris Bowers (”The United States vs. Billie Holiday,” “King Richard,” “Bridgerton”). The remarkable director and actor Sarah Polley comes Oct. 20 with her latest, “Women Talking.”
There is so much to see. And, this year, more places to see it. Plauché told me she sometimes thinks about 2020, before vaccinations, when doing an all-virtual festival felt like “a huge experiment.” Well, not all virtual: That year CIFF took a shot at the Pilsen drive-in for the world premiere of the John Belushi doc “Belushi,” and presented a closing-night “Nomadland” screening a few, suddenly chilly days later.
That year, the drive-in felt like “such a relief from sitting at home. The screenings there felt … renewing. And joyful.”
This year? Plauché senses some sort of critical audience mass taking shape, ready to commit to a variety of indoor venues. Just like old times, with a few asterisks — and, with luck, some bracing and memorable work from all over the world.
The Chicago International Film Festival is Oct. 12-23; some titles are available for online viewing. Tickets and the full schedule at chicagofilmfestival.com
Venues include:
- AMC River East, 322 E. Illinois St.
- Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport Ave.
- Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State St.
- Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St.
- Austin Town Hall, 5610 W. Lake St.
- Hamilton Park Cultural Center, 513 W. 72nd St.
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2022-10-07T10:08:52+00:00
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PITTSBURGH – Joe Burrow threw four touchdown passes, three to backup running back Samaje Perine, and the Cincinnati Bengals rallied past the Pittsburgh Steelers 37-30 on Sunday.
The Bengals (6-4) won for the fourth time in five games by relying heavily on Perine, who thrived with starter Joe Mixon missing the second half after going into the NFL's concussion protocol.
Burrow completed 24 of 39 passes for 355 yards on the day he became the third-fastest player in NFL history to reach 10,000 career yards passing. Perine ran for 30 yards and caught four passes for 52 yards, racing into the end zone three times while the defenders in charge of covering him gave chase in vain.
Pittsburgh (3-7) saw its chance of repeating the Week 1 upset it pulled off in Cincinnati in September vanish in the second half as a 20-17 lead slipped away. Rookie Kenny Pickett passed for 265 yards and a touchdown and Najee Harris ran for 90 yards and two scores, but the NFL's second-lowest scoring offense sputtered for most of the second half.
Burrow spent the first half picking apart the Steelers underneath. Pittsburgh adjusted by having its defensive front throw its hands up to tip passes or disrupt Burrow's timing. It worked occasionally, with Levi Wallace intercepting a pass on a deflection and T.J. Watt making an otherworldly snare in the third quarter.
The Bengals countered by having Burrow start looking deep, connecting with Tyler Boyd, practice squad call-up Tyler Irwin for long gains during an eight-play, 93-yard drive in the fourth quarter that ended with Perine dragging Wallace across the goal line for a 6-yard score that made it 34-23 with 4:35 remaining.
Cincinnati has won four of five against the Steelers. The Bengals had dropped 14 of their previous 15 against their longtime AFC North nemesis.
All but one of those losses came before Burrow arrived. His combination of poise, accuracy and swagger has lifted the fortunes of a franchise and shifted the balance of power in a rivalry Pittsburgh has dominated for long stretches.
Burrow didn't get there without enduring some growing pains as a rookie in 2020. Pickett finds himself in the same spot after being handed the keys to the offense in the middle of Week 3.
While the Steelers showed progress during a back-and-forth first half — Pittsburgh's 20 points matched the most points it had scored in regulation this season — the momentum stalled in the second half.
Four of the Steelers' first five possessions after halftime ended with a punt, giving Burrow all the space he needed to likely effectively end any slim outside chance Pittsburgh had in being a factor in the division race down the stretch.
INJURIES
Bengals: Mixon, who scored five touchdowns in Cincinnati's win over Carolina before its bye, had 20 yards rushing on seven carries. He also caught three passes for 42 yards.
Steelers: WR Miles Boykin (oblique) and backup RB Jaylen Warren (hamstring) left in the first half. C Mason Cole (foot) did not start the second half.
UP NEXT
Bengals: Travel to AFC South-leading Tennessee (7-3) next Sunday.
Steelers: Visit Indianapolis (4-6-1) next Monday night. Pittsburgh has won each of its last six meetings with the Colts.
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2022-11-21T02:43:48+00:00
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A case of polio has been detected in New York, the first instance of the virus in almost a decade.
The case was confirmed in a resident of Rockland County, about 36 miles north of New York City, the first case since 2013, according to the state and county health departments.
The patient is no longer considered contagious, the AP reports, but has developed paralysis. Tests run by the state health department's lab, and confirmed by the CDC, showed that the patient had previously received an oral polio vaccine, which are no longer administered in the U.S.
Inactivated vaccines — ones that use dead germs from the disease — have been the only polio vaccines authorized in the U.S. since 2000. This could mean the patient picked up the strain in a country where oral polio vaccines are still given. According to the CDC, no cases of polio have originated in the United States since 1979.
The New York health departments and the CDC recommend that those unvaccinated against polio receive the vaccine.
"Vaccines have protected our health against old and new viruses for decades," New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan said. "The fact is, the urgency of safe and effective vaccines has always been here, and we need New Yorkers to protect themselves against completely preventable viruses like polio."
The polio vaccine was introduced in 1955, and due to a high inoculation rate, cases decreased significantly in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Only 175 cases were reported worldwide in 2019, according to the World Health Organization.
The highly infectious virus can cause debilitating damage to the spine and muscles, and is typically spread orally, through fecal matter or saliva. About 72% of people will not have visible symptoms, while about 25% of people will experience flu-like symptoms, such as nausea, fever and tiredness, the CDC said.
In rare cases the infected experience more severe and life-threatening symptoms, such as paralysis (0.5%) or meningitis (4%), a spinal infection, according to the CDC.
Symptoms can take up to 30 days to appear in those infected, and can still be spread during that time, the New York State Health Department said.
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CAIRO (AP) — An Eritrean national described as one of ‘’the world’s most wanted″ human traffickers has been arrested in Sudan after an international manhunt led by the United Arab Emirates, Interpol announced on Thursday.
The suspect — identified as Kidane Zekarias Habtemariam — is accused of leading a criminal organization that abducts, extorts and murders East African migrants trying to cross the Mediterranean Sea from Libya, the France-based police agency said in an online statement.
He was arrested on Sunday in a ″major international police operation led by the United Arab Emirates, based on information shared via Interpol,″ said a statement from the UAE’s Ministry of Interior, published by The Khaleej Times.
A breakthrough in the manhunt came when UAE authorities began closely tracking Habtemariam's organization and members of his family, uncovering money laundering patterns that led them to Sudan, the agency said. Interpol first began monitoring Habtemariam’s activities in 2019.
Habtemariam had been the subject of two Interpol red notices, one from Ethiopia and the other from the Netherlands, the agency said. Dutch authorities accused Habtemariam of running a camp in Libya that housed thousands of migrants.
Libya has in recent years emerged as the dominant transit point for migrants seeking a better quality of life in Europe. The oil-rich country plunged into chaos following a NATO-backed uprising that toppled and killed longtime autocrat Moammar Gadhafi in 2011. Human traffickers have benefited from the chaos in Libya, smuggling in migrants across the country’s lengthy land borders with six nations.
In a tweet posted by the UAE’s Interior Minister Saeed Abdullah al-Suwaidi, the international operation lasted nine months and also involved Dutch, Ethiopian and Sudanese authorities, Interpol said.
“Thanks to the professionalism and dedication of our police officers, the world’s most wanted human trafficker will no longer be able to commit his despicable actions,″ al-Suwaidi said.
Sudanese police did not respond to requests for comment.
Habtemariam had previously escaped from custody in Ethiopia while on trial on people smuggling charges in 2020. Ethiopian authorities later convicted him in absentia and sentenced him to life imprisonment.
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2023-01-05T20:42:38+00:00
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expressnews.com
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https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/Interpol-says-a-top-human-trafficker-arrested-in-17697318.php
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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The AllianceBernstein Closed-End Funds declared the following distributions today:
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2022-12-28T07:59:30+00:00
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wymt.com
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https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2022/12/27/alliancebernstein-closed-end-funds-announce-distribution-rates/
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Man facing assault charges after police allege he poured degreaser into coworker's drink
Man facing assault charges after police allege he poured degreaser into coworker's drink
NEW THIS NOON. A MAN IS CHARGED, AFTER PUTTING DEGREASER INTO A CO-WORKERS DRINK WHILE AT WORK. BACK ON AUGUST 7 POLICE WERE CALLED TO THE RED BEARDS SPORT BAR IN DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH. THE BAR’S MANAGER TOLD POLICE ONE OF HIS EMPLOYEES MAY HAVE BEEN HARMED BY ANOTHER EMPLOYEE, GREGORY EVANS. WHEN THE EMPLOYEE WENT TO DRINK HIS BEVERAGE, HE SMELLED AND TASTED SOMETHING, SO HE SPIT OUT THE DRINK AND DUMPED THE CONTENTS OF THE GLASS. THE BAR’S MANAGER TOLD PEOPLE HE REVIEWED SURVEILLANCE VIDEO, AND SAW EVANS POURING HEAVY DUTY DEGREASER INTO THE OTHER EMPLOYEES CUP. EVANS
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Man facing assault charges after police allege he poured degreaser into coworker's drink
A man is charged after he allegedly put degreaser into a coworker’s drink while at work.Back on Aug. 7, police were called to Redbeard’s in downtown Pittsburgh.The bar's manager told police one of his employees may have been harmed by another employee, Gregory Evans.When the employee went to drink his beverage, he smelled and tasted something, so he spits out the drink and dumped the contents of the glass.The criminal complaint says the bar's manager told police he reviewed surveillance video and allegedly saw Evans pouring a heavy-duty degreaser into the other employee's cup.Evans is facing several charges, including assault.
A man is charged after he allegedly put degreaser into a coworker’s drink while at work.
Back on Aug. 7, police were called to Redbeard’s in downtown Pittsburgh.
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The bar's manager told police one of his employees may have been harmed by another employee, Gregory Evans.
When the employee went to drink his beverage, he smelled and tasted something, so he spits out the drink and dumped the contents of the glass.
The criminal complaint says the bar's manager told police he reviewed surveillance video and allegedly saw Evans pouring a heavy-duty degreaser into the other employee's cup.
Evans is facing several charges, including assault.
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2022-08-22T17:40:04+00:00
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wtae.com
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https://www.wtae.com/article/man-facing-assault-charges-after-police-allege-he-poured-degreaser-into-coworkers-drink/40957210
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Former Fed Chair Bernanke shares Nobel for research on banks
STOCKHOLM (AP) — This year’s Nobel Prize in economic sciences has been awarded to former U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke and two other U.S.-based economists. Bernanke, Douglas W. Diamond and Philip H. Dybvig were recognized Monday for their research into the fallout from bank failures. The Nobel panel at the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm said the trio’s research had shown “why avoiding bank collapses is vital.” The panel says that the findings of the three in the early 1980s laid the foundations for regulating financial markets and dealing with financial crises.
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Small business group files suit over Biden student loan plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — A small business advocacy group has filed a new lawsuit seeking to block the Biden administration’s efforts to forgive student loan debt for tens of millions of Americans. The suit, filed Monday by the Job Creators Network Foundation, argues the Biden administration violated federal procedures by failing to seek public input on the program. It also argues the program is arbitrary, benefiting some borrowers, but not others. It’s one of a handful of lawsuits filed by conservative business groups, attorneys, and Republican lawmakers in recent weeks as the Biden administration tries to push forward with its plan to cancel billions in debt before November’s midterm elections.
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UK Treasury chief to publish forecasts sooner amid turmoil
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s Treasury chief says he will bring forward the publication of the government’s full fiscal statement after facing widespread criticism for not providing details about a multibillion-pound, tax-cutting stimulus package he announced last month. Kwasi Kwarteng had been expected to publish details of his financial strategy on Nov. 23, two months after he first unveiled plans that included 45 billion pounds ($50 billion) in tax cuts to be paid for by government borrowing. That plan sparked days of turmoil on financial markets and sent the British pound tumbling to record lows against the U.S. dollar. Kwarteng now says he will publish economic forecasts on Oct. 31.
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China lashes out at latest U.S. export controls on chips
BEIJING (AP) — China has criticized the latest U.S. decision to tighten export controls that would make it harder for China to obtain and manufacture advanced computing chips, calling it a violation of international economic and trade rules that will “isolate and backfire” on the U.S. The Foreign Ministry spokesperson accused the U.S. of abusing its export control measures to maliciously block and suppress Chinese companies. She spoke after the U.S. on Friday updated export controls that included adding certain advanced, high-performance computing chips and semiconductor manufacturing equipment to its list. Washington says it’s part of efforts to protect its national security.
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Large rail union rejects deal, renewing strike possibility
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The third largest railroad union rejected its deal with the railroads Monday — renewing the possibility of a strike that could cripple the economy — but before that could happen both sides will return to the bargaining table. About 56% of the track maintenance workers represented by the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division union who voted opposed the five-year contract even though it included 24% raises and $5,000 in bonuses. Union President Tony Cardwell said the railroads didn’t do enough to address worker concerns about the lack of paid time off — particularly sick time — and demanding working conditions after the major railroads eliminated nearly one-third of their jobs over the past six years.
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German expert panel proposes 2-stage gas price subsidy
BERLIN (AP) — A government-appointed expert panel is proposing a two-stage system for distributing some of the up to $195 billion in subsidies Germany has announced to ease the strain of high energy prices. The panel suggested that the state take on the cost of natural gas customers’ monthly bill in December, followed by a price subsidy for part of their consumption starting next spring. Many European countries have proposed similar subsidies on fossil fuels, prices for which have increased sharply worldwide in the wake of Russia’s attack on Ukraine. But some of Germany’s neighbors have criticized the huge sum Berlin is setting aside, arguing that it will price others out of the market.
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Twitter, Instagram suspend Kanye West over antisemitic posts
NEW YORK (AP) — Kanye West is once again embroiled in controversy. The rapper who is legally known as Ye made antisemitic posts on Twitter and Instagram and the social networks locked his accounts. Spokespersons for Twitter and for Instagram parent Meta said on Sunday that Ye posted messages that violated their policies. According to internet archive records, Ye said on Twitter he would soon go “death con 3 on JEWISH PEOPLE.” The social media suspensions cap a whirlwind week for Ye, even by his standards. Among other things, he was harshly criticized for wearing a “White Lives Matter” T-shirt to his collection at Paris Fashion Week. Representatives for Ye did not return requests for comment.
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Stocks close lower on Wall Street ahead of earnings reports
Stocks are closing lower on Wall Street ahead of the beginning of the corporate earnings reporting season, which will provide insight into how high inflation and rising interest rates have been affecting U.S. companies. The S&P 500 fell 0.7% Monday. The Nasdaq fell 1%, while the Dow fell 0.3% U.S. bond trading was closed. A much anticipated monthly report on consumer price inflation is coming up Thursday, and the Federal Reserve will also release this week the minutes from its latest policy meeting. That’s when the Fed made another extra-big interest rate increase of three-quarters of a percentage point.
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Social Security boost will help millions of kids, too
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s not just old people who will get what’s expected to be the largest cost-of-living adjustment in Social Security benefits in 40 years. About 4 million children receive benefits and an untold number of others will feel the impact because they’re being cared for by Social Security beneficiaries, sometimes their grandparents. The Social Security COLA will be announced Thursday, and analysts expect it to be around 9% or even higher. Coupled with a decline in the Medicare Part B premium, the Social Security boost will put more money in the hands of the 70 million Americans who receive benefits, including the growing number of grandparents caring for their grandchildren.
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Families of crash victims rain wrath on Airbus, Air France
PARIS (AP) — Distraught families whose loved ones died in Air France’s worst-ever crash have shouted down the CEOs of the airline and of planemaker Airbus as the two companies go on trial on manslaughter charges in Paris over the 2009 crash. The flight from Rio de Janeiro to Paris in 2009 plunged into the Atlantic amid thunderstorms. The crash killed all 228 people aboard and led to changes in air safety regulations. Families from around the world are among the plaintiffs. The companies insist they are not criminally responsible and Air France has already compensated families. The trial that began Monday is expected to focus on the icing over of sensors called pitot tubes and pilot error.
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The S&P 500 fell 27.27 points, or 0.7%, to 3,612.39. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 93.91 points, or 0.3%, to 29,202.88. The Nasdaq fell 110.30 points, or 1%, to 10,542.10. The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies fell 10.23 points, or 0.6%, to 1,691.92.
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2022-10-10T22:00:45+00:00
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sfgate.com
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https://www.sfgate.com/business/article/Business-Highlights-Bernanke-wins-Nobel-stocks-17499897.php
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TORONTO, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Superior Gold Inc. ("Superior Gold" or the "Company") (TSXV: SGI) (OTCMKTS: SUPGF) announced today that all resolutions proposed to shareholders were duly passed at the Company's Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders ("Meeting") held on June 23, 2022, via live audio webcast. A total of 58,281,024 common shares were voted at the Meeting, representing 47% of the common shares outstanding. The detailed results of the matters voted upon are presented below.
Voting results for the election of directors:
Voting results for the appointment of auditors:
Voting results for the stock option plan:
Further details on the above matters are set forth in the Company's meeting materials, including the management information circular dated May 10, 2022, which can be found under the Company's issuer profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com
About Superior Gold
Superior Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer that owns 100% of the Plutonic Gold Operations located in Western Australia. The Plutonic Gold Operations include the Plutonic underground gold mine and central mill, numerous open-pit projects including the Plutonic Main Pit push-back project, the Hermes open pit projects, and an interest in the Bryah Basin joint venture. Superior Gold is focused on expanding production at the Plutonic Gold Operations and building an intermediate gold producer with superior returns for shareholders.
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2022-06-23T22:47:34+00:00
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ksla.com
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https://www.ksla.com/prnewswire/2022/06/23/superior-gold-announces-voting-results-annual-general-special-meeting-shareholders/
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Corsha receives funding for its novel approach to securing the Digital Backbone of an edge manufacturing network all the way at the Point of Need
WASHINGTON, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Corsha Inc., a Washington D.C. -based cybersecurity company that provides an innovative approach to securing machine-to-machine communication, announced that it has been awarded a new contract through the Office of the Secretary of Defense Manufacturing Technology Program's (OSD ManTech) "Point of Need Challenge Pitch Event."
The OSD ManTech Challenge was part of a broader Department of Defense (DoD) initiative to drive the growth and sustainment of U.S. domestic advanced manufacturing capabilities. This initiative launched nine Manufacturing Innovation Institutes (MIIs) between 2012 and 2021, each focusing on a unique, critical technology. One of those MIIs is the ARM (Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing) Institute, which Corsha worked with to create and submit its proposal.
Corsha's proposal, "Securing the Digital Backbone with Corsha's Zero-Trust Platform for Machines," was selected for funding and will address the cybersecurity and operational limitations that forward-operating bases (FoBs) face in austere environments by providing zero-trust (ZT) network access across the manufacturing network and automating cybersecurity hygiene to its fullest extent in these Industrial Internet-of-Things (IIoT) environments.
Corsha will be deploying its platform on-premise at the PoN and demonstrating regulated access to a tabletop FANUC Robotic Arm but also controlled, ZT access to a shared artifact repository. This ability to cross OT and IT networks and treat all "machines" uniformly is one of Corsha's key differentiators, be that a robotic arm in the field, an artifact repository in a datacenter, or workload in the cloud. As communication and data movement from OT equipment at the PoN to IT applications and the cloud and back again are becoming the status quo, seamless and uniform cybersecurity solutions like Corsha are key to protecting an ever growing and dynamic landscape.
"We're incredibly proud to be selected to work with our partners at ARM and the OSD ManTech team to support our forward-deployed forces," said Anusha Iyer, CEO & Founder of Corsha. "At Corsha, our aim is to bring these practical and innovative solutions to the field every day, help our customers tackle complex cybersecurity challenges, and take innovation forward like this to the Point of Need."
The six project teams that won an award backed by OSD ManTech will see a total investment of nearly $2.5 million and bring in strong industry collaboration. Corsha is excited to contribute its proven technology to this initiative and continue its work to improve cybersecurity in the manufacturing sector. Project demonstrations are planned for December 2023 in a simulated cold weather environment, supported by Army DEVCOM.
To learn more about Corsha's Zero Trust Platform, visit https://corsha.com/the-platform/.
About Corsha
Corsha is a D.C.-based cybersecurity startup that has come up with a novel way to secure machine-to-machine communication, whether that "machine" is a workload running in the cloud or a piece of industrial IoT equipment on a shop floor. Many companies today leverage static secrets such as keys, tokens, and certificates in order to secure communication between machines, but these secrets are getting leaked at an alarming rate and high-profile enterprises across the public and commercial sectors continue to suffer data breaches due to vulnerabilities surrounding these insecure non-person connections. Corsha has developed a Zero Trust security platform that sits at the intersection of machine identity, Zero Trust and API Identity. They are focused on elevating machine identity, enforcing strong authentication and access for systems and services, and securing critical service-to-service traffic such as:
- Hybrid OT to IT communication
- Secure movement of data across networks
- Automated software supply chain
- Automated security operations centers (SOCs)
- Cloud-native communication within/across Kubernetes clusters
Corsha's patented technology builds dynamic identities for trusted machines and brings MFA to the world of API-based communication for greater security, visibility, and control of our application ecosystems. Corsha's Zero Trust Security Platform is fully automated, cloud-native, highly scalable, and platform agnostic.
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2023-07-18T16:07:53+00:00
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kwtx.com
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https://www.kwtx.com/prnewswire/2023/07/18/corsha-awarded-contract-with-office-secretary-defense-manufacturing-technology-program-osd-mantech-through-unique-point-need-challenge/
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(WGNO) — Crickets can’t predict the weather, but their chirp can tell you the temperature.
Crickets are ectotherms — meaning their body temperature depends on the temperature of their surrounding environment.
Much like a sluggish bumblebee on a cool spring morning or a lizard sunning on a rock, crickets move slower in cooler temperatures.
As crickets warm, they can rub their wings together faster, which is how male crickets make the nightly repetitive chirp they use to attract mates.
The relationship between cricket chirping and the temperature has been noted for a long time. In Western science, it is called Dolbear’s law after the most widely referenced early publication on the phenomenon published in 1897 by Amos Dolbear.
His article is called “The Cricket as a Thermometer,” according to Almanac.com, and it discusses the correlation between a cricket’s chirp rate and the ambient temperature.
“The warmer the temperature, the easier the cricket’s muscles activate, so the chirps increase,” according to the Almanac. “The cooler the temperature, the slower the reaction rate, and the less frequent the chirps.”
Dolbear’s observations showed that you can count the number of chirps per 15 seconds, add 40, and that will give you the temperature in Fahrenheit.
The National Weather Service Weather Forecast Office in El Paso, Texas, has set up an online calculator based on Dolbear’s law.
To use the calculator, users simply enter the number of chirps, and it will provide the temperature.
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2022-10-24T07:07:40+00:00
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wnct.com
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https://www.wnct.com/weather/did-you-know-crickets-can-tell-you-the-temperature-heres-how/
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PARIS (AP) — America’s top military officer says training for Ukrainian forces on advanced U.S. Abrams tanks has started, but those weapons crucial over the long term in trying to expel Russia from occupied territory will not be ready in time for Kyiv’s imminent counteroffensive.
The tank training got underway as the United States and its allies began to work out agreements to train Ukrainians on F-16 fighter jets, another long-sought advanced system. Those aircraft would be part of a security plan to deter future attacks, U.S. Army Gen. Mark Milley said late Thursday as he arrived in France.
“Everyone recognizes Ukraine needs a modernized Air Force,” said Milley, chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff. “It’s going to take a considerable amount of time.”
The intent is to provide capabilities for Ukraine in the mid- to long-term, said Nicolas Vaujour, a vice admiral who is chief operations of France’s Joint Staff and spoke to reporters traveling with Milley.
Milley said detailed planning on the size of F-16 training classes, the types of flying tactics and locations for training was being worked out among the U.S. and allies such as the Netherlands and Britain that have pledged to provide the American-made F-16s. The United States has not said whether it will directly provide jets, but President Joe Biden has said the U.S. will support F-16 training as part of the coalition.
As those logistics are figured out, the Abrams tank training is moving ahead.
About 200 Ukrainian soldiers began an approximately 12-week training course in Germany over the past weekend where they are learning how to maneuver, fire and conduct combined arms operations with the advanced armored system. An additional 200 troops are receiving training on tank fueling and fuel truck maintenance.
The U.S. training schedule is timed to get the troops up to speed on the systems before 31 of the 70-ton Abrams tanks the Biden administration has promised to Ukraine are scheduled arrive by this fall. Those tanks will make up part of a force of about 300 tanks in total pledged by Western allies including Challenger tanks from the United Kingdom, Leopard 2 tanks from Spain and Germany, and light tanks from France.
The U.S. and its allies balked for months at providing such tanks, citing the significant maintenance and fueling challenges the systems require. Abrams tanks can burn through fuel at a rate of at least 2 gallons per mile (4.7 liters per kilometer), whether the tank is moving or idling. That means a constant supply convoy of fuel trucks must stay within reach so the tanks can keep moving forward.
As with the recent decision on F-16 training, the U.S. approval to send its own Abrams systems was a necessary part of the allies’ negotiations on tanks for Ukraine so that no Western nation would be providing the systems alone, possibly incurring direct retaliation from Russia. In January, the Biden administration reversed course and agreed that Ukraine would get the tanks.
Milley is in France to mark the 79th anniversary of D-Day, which launched the allies’ World War II massive ground counteroffensive to push back Nazi forces in Europe. The war involved some of the largest armored battles in modern history, including a major Soviet counteroffensive against the Nazis in 1943 along the Dnieper River, the same edge along which tens of thousands of Ukrainian and Russian forces are now entrenched.
“You can look back to World War II and some of the biggest armored battles that were ever fought in history were fought, basically, in parts of Ukraine,” Milley told reporters traveling with him. “So tanks are very important, both to the defense and the offense, and upgraded modern tanks, the training that goes with it, the ability to use them, will be fundamental to Ukrainian success.”
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2023-06-02T17:17:43+00:00
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wcia.com
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https://www.wcia.com/news/international/u-s-tanks-f-16-jets-part-of-long-term-strategy-for-ukraine-wont-be-ready-for-upcoming-offensive/
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Which popular Glow Recipe products at Sephora are best?
The Glow Recipe brand is available at Sephora and works to make quality makeup products with a more natural feel. Makeup and other beauty products are an extremely personal choice, especially when it comes to scented items. Luckily these Glow Recipe products are made with multiple skin types in mind and actively work to combat areas of concern such as dryness and fine wrinkles. Consider testing the product first on an easily washable area of skin before purchasing an item in order to see if it works well with your skin. Find a Glow Recipe product that works for you.
What is Glow Recipe?
According to the Glow Recipe website, it is a Korean beauty brand that focuses on natural beauty solutions. The products include ingredients that tend to be fruit-derived. This company is relatively new as it’s only been on the market for about five years, so it doesn’t have the same amount of exposure as older, more established brands.
Is Glow Recipe cruelty-free?
Yes! All products from Glow Recipe are cruelty-free. That means that the products are not tested on animals.
Best popular Glow Recipe clean products at Sephora
Find the best individual Glow Recipe products that fit into the “Clean at Sephora” category. This means that these products are created with a more health-centered approach. These items actively avoid a long list of chemicals and ingredients that Sephora deems as potentially harmful and unhealthy.
Top popular Glow Recipe clean products
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops
This vegan product is Sephora-exclusive and helps to highlight the skin. It lessens the look of hyperpigmentation and works well for a wide range of skin types such as normal and oily skin. The lightweight gel also helps to combat skin concerns such as dryness and dull skin.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Guava Vitamin C Dark Spot Treatment Serum
This vegan serum works well for dark spots and boosts the firmness of the skin. The product works for a wide range of skin types from normal to oily skin. It includes a wide variety of ingredients from Vitamin C to guava extract. The product helps to improve and even out skin tone throughout the course of use.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Serum
This serum helps to hydrate and plump the skin. It works well with normal and dry skin types. It boosts anti-aging and assists with common areas of concern, such as wrinkles. The products are both vegan and cruelty-free and use natural ingredients, like plum.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Watermelon Pink Juice Oil-Free Moisturizer
This moisturizer includes watermelon extract and comes in two different size options such as standard and mini. It is sold specifically at Sephora and works well to address dryness specifically on skin types such as oily and normal. The moisturizer was not tested on animals.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Hyaluronic Clay Pore-Tight
The clay mask works well with normal to oily skin types in order to address a wide list of concerns such as acne and pores. It includes ingredients like hyaluronic clay and watermelon enzymes.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine Mist
This mist works to boost skin hydration with helpful ingredients such as watermelon and hyaluronic acid. It helps to improve skin texture and even improves dryness by boosting hydration. The product works with different skin types such as normal to oily.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Glow Lip Pop Lip Balm
This lip balm comes in two different colors such as watermelon and blueberry. It offers a natural finish and helps to hydrate the lips to combat issues such as dryness. It includes coconut and extracts derived from hibiscus.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Avocado Ceramide Redness Relief Serum
The serum helps to combat both redness and uneven texture. It helps to hydrate the skin and works well with skin types that range from normal to oily. The product is only available at Sephora and uses ingredients such as avocado and rice milk.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Best popular Glow Recipe kits at Sephora
Find a popular Glow Recipe kit that is available for purchase at Sephora. These kits often have multiple products that use the same fruit as a base as well as a common scent throughout the set. These kits are frequently created as limited-time offers that are specific to Sephora.
Top popular Glow Recipe kits
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Magic Kit
This Sephora clean product set includes three items that work best for normal to oily skin types. The set addresses concerns such as pore and texture problems. It comes with three watermelon products such as a hyaluronic clay mask and niacinamide drops as well as a PHA and BHA toner that can help exfoliate and lessen the appearance of pores.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Fruit Babies Bestsellers Kit
This set includes about five different products that are both clean at Sephora and vegan. It works well on skin types such as dry and oily. The kit has a cleanser and toner as well as a face mask. This set uses beneficial ingredients such as avocado extract and watermelon extract.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Glow Recipe Glossy Skin Spell Kit
This set is categorized as a clean at Sephora set that is available only for a specific amount of time. It includes two products such as a moisturizer and dew drops. It works to help with a varied list of skin concerns such as dryness and uneven texture. The product also helps on a wide range of skin types such as dry and oily.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
This vegan kit includes three different products such as a hydrating product and a toning product as well as a highlighting item. The set is available for a limited time and uses ingredients like Vitamin C and hyaluronic acid. It works well with normal and oily skin to help improve skin concerns such as dryness.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
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2022-07-11T21:43:38+00:00
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wjhl.com
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https://www.wjhl.com/reviews/br/beauty-personal-care-br/luxury-skincare-br/12-most-popular-glow-recipe-products-at-sephora/
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