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CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A wastewater surveillance program to monitor COVID-19 levels in communities across New Hampshire has been started by the state's Department of Health and Human Services. The program will collect data to help track trends in changing levels of the virus over time, and potentially provide an earlier warning signal of rising levels, the department's Division of Public Health Services said in a news release Thursday. The participating wastewater treatment facilities are in Berlin, Dover, Durham, Hampton, Hanover, Keene, Manchester, Merrimack, Newmarket, Newport, Portsmouth, Plymouth and Sunapee. “This is another tool we can use to help monitor COVID-19 spread in our state,” said Patricia Tilley, director the division of public health services. “Wastewater surveillance does not depend on individuals testing for COVID-19, so this new program has the potential to provide additional and earlier insight about COVID-19 in our communities,” she said.	2022-12-15T22:14:24+00:00	sfgate.com	https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/NH-to-start-COVID-19-town-wastewater-surveillance-17657068.php
Germany to send Kyiv anti-aircraft missiles, radar systems June 1, 2022 Updated: June 1, 2022 1:18 a.m. This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 1of 18 Nila Zelinska holds a doll belonging to her granddaughter, she was able to find in her destroyed house in Potashnya outskirts Kyiv, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Zelinska just returned to her home town after escaping war to find out she is homeless. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Show More Show Less 2of 18 Residents carry water in front of an apartment building damaged in an overnight missile strike, in Sloviansk, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Francisco Seco/AP Show More Show Less 3of 18 4of 18 A destroyed car lies next to an apartment building damaged by an overnight missile strike in Sloviansk, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Andriy Andriyenko/AP Show More Show Less 5of 18 A view of the home of Eduard Zelenskyy and Nila Zelinska destroyed by attacks in Potashnya, on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Show More Show Less 6of 18 7of 18 Nila Zelinska, center, and Natalia Didenko, left, embrace a neighbor as they both arrive to their home town after escaping war in Potashnya, on the outskirtsof Kyiv, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Show More Show Less 8of 18 A woman rides a bicycle near buildings destroyed by attacks in Borodyanka, on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Show More Show Less 9of 18 10of 18 People line up outside a Church to get food and clothing in Borodyanka, on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Show More Show Less 11of 18 A Russian serviceman guards an area during the loading off rolled steel onto a Russian vessel at the Mariupol Sea Port in Mariupol, in territory under the government of the Donetsk People's Republic, eastern Ukraine, Monday, May 30, 2022. It marked the first time that a commercial ship used the port of Mariupol since the start of the Russian military action in Ukraine. AP Show More Show Less 12of 18 13of 18 Rescue workers inspect an apartment building damaged in an overnight missile strike in Sloviansk, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Francisco Seco/AP Show More Show Less 14of 18 A woman stands outside a Church to receive clothing in Borodyanka, on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Show More Show Less 15of 18 16of 18 Natalia Makhno stands inside her home destroyed by attacks in Borodyanka, on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Show More Show Less 17of 18 A boy runs in front of a building destroyed by attacks in Borodyanka, on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Natacha Pisarenko/AP Show More Show Less 18of 18 BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Wednesday that his country will supply Ukraine with modern anti-aircraft missiles and radar systems, stepping up arms deliveries amid criticism that Germany isn’t doing enough to help Kyiv. Scholz told lawmakers that the government has decided to provide Ukraine with IRIS-T missiles developed by Germany together with other NATO nations. He said Germany will also supply Ukraine with radar systems to help locate enemy artillery. The announcements come amid claims at home and abroad that Germany has been slow to provide Ukraine with the weapons it needs to defend itself against Russia. ___ Follow the AP’s coverage of the war at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine	2022-06-01T08:28:51+00:00	seattlepi.com	https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Germany-to-send-Kyiv-anti-aircraft-missiles-17211417.php
Feds eye revising Colorado River water rules With the negotiations between states at an impasse over how to address the dwindling Colorado River, the Interior Department announced Friday that it is taking its first step toward potentially revising the current guidelines for the river’s two major dams. The agency is considering three proposals that would modify the current guidelines it says are needed in order to keep Lake Mead and Lake Powell from dropping to points that would threaten their abilities to generate hydropower or deliver water downstream. “We are taking immediate steps now to revise the operating guidelines to protect the Colorado River System and stabilize rapidly declining reservoir storage elevations,” Reclamation Commissioner Camille Calimlim Touton said in a statement. “Today’s action brings new ideas and necessary measures to the table as we consider alternatives to revise operations to better protect Colorado River System in the near term while we also continue to develop long-term, sustainable plans that reflect the climate-driven realities facing the Colorado River Basin.” Need for plan The announcement comes four months after Touton first tasked the seven states that draw water from the Colorado to come up with a plan to drastically cut back water use along the drought-stricken and chronically overused river that supplies water to nearly 40 million people across the West. Those states failed to meet a mid-August deadline that Touton laid out but negotiations have continued since. But with no deal in place, the federal government looks prepared to finally step in — something that some water managers have been waiting to hear. The proposed revisions would modify a set of guidelines approved in 2007 and 2019 that were meant to provide more clarity to states about their water supplies. Those guidelines set mandatory cuts for the lower basin states of Nevada, Arizona and California based on projected elevations at Lake Mead. One of the three options would allow the Bureau of Reclamation to take unilateral action, which Touton had threatened was on the table during a U.S. Senate hearing in June when she laid out the need to cut water use along river by as much as 30 percent starting next year. The other two options involved allowing the states, tribes and non-governmental organizations to come up with a plan, or do nothing. The public has until Dec. 20 to weigh in on the options. The Bureau of Reclamation expects to publish a draft of the proposal by spring of 2023, and a decision could come by that summer. “The Interior Department continues to pursue a collaborative and consensus-based approach to addressing the drought crisis afflicting the West. At the same time, we are committed to taking prompt and decisive action necessary to protect the Colorado River System and all those who depend on it,” Interior Secretary Deb Haaland said in a statement. “Revising the current interim operating guidelines for Glen Canyon and Hoover Dams represents one of many critical Departmental efforts underway to better protect the System in light of rapidly changing conditions in the Basin.” Cutting back on water flow Reclamation said that it may need to reduce downstream releases from Lake Powell’s Glen Canyon Dam to ensure it can operate as intended. That would, in turn, affect water levels at Lake Mead, and the agency wrote that would also need to reduce downstream releases from Hoover Dam to California, Arizona and Mexico “in order to protect Hoover Dam operations, system integrity, and public health and safety.” The most recent projections show a 10 percent chance that water levels at Lake Powell fall below 3,490 feet elevation next year — a point where the dam would no longer be able to generate hydropower. John Entsminger, general manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority, said Interior’s announcement indicates that the federal government is planning for states to make voluntary cuts for next year while planning to implement the guideline revisions for the following year. But he said he hopes Friday’s announcement can stimulate progress in the negotiations between the basin states. “Far and away, the best way to go about this would be the states coming up with a consensus alternative, submit that, and hopefully have that emerge as the preferred alternative,” he said. The bureau announced in mid-October a process to pay farmers and cities in Arizona, California and Nevada to conserve Colorado River water, paying up to $400 per acre foot of water left in Lake Mead. One acre foot of water is roughly 326,000 gallons. Thus far, only the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona has said publicly that it would take the federal government up on that offer by planning to conserve up to 125,000 acre feet of water on its reservations. Last month, California water agencies that pull from the Colorado River said in a letter that they are prepared to conserve 400,000 acre-feet annually starting next year and running through 2026, when the current agreements expire. But that proposal from the biggest group of Colorado River water users still fell far short of what the federal government says is needed to protect critical levels at Lake Mead and Lake Powell. Kyle Roerink, executive director of the Great Basin Water Network, said Interior’s announcement shows that the federal government will not let the states call its bluff any longer. “It realizes that the existing 2026 deadline is too far in the distance for anything meaningful to take place,” Roerink said. “The system is crashing before our eyes and if we wait until 2026, we’re going to be in trouble.” The Associated Press contributed to this report. Contact Colton Lochhead at clochhead@reviewjournal.com. Follow @ColtonLochhead on Twitter.	2022-10-28T22:34:10+00:00	reviewjournal.com	https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-nevada/feds-eye-revising-colorado-river-water-rules-2666383/
MacKenzie Scott gave $122.6 million to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the national youth-mentoring charity announced on Tuesday. The gift is the latest of several the billionaire writer has given to large national nonprofits that carry out their missions through local chapters in neighborhoods throughout the country. With this latest donation, Scott has contributed a total of nearly $12.5 billion since 2020 to at least 1,253 nonprofits, many of which aim to help low-income and underserved populations. Her latest gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America follows three other nine-figure donations she gave to large national charities with local affiliates in March. Those include $275 million to Planned Parenthood Federation of American for its national office and 21 of its local affiliates, $436 million to Habitat for Humanity International and 84 of its U.S. affiliates, and $281 million to the Boys & Girls Clubs America and 62 of its local chapters. So far Scott has given at least $1.5 billion in the first five months of 2022, according to roughly 30 nonprofits that have announced Scott gifts this year. Like almost all of Scott’s donations, the contribution is unrestricted, so the charity can use it for programs, operations, or any other purpose. “This is a moonshot for the work that we are going to do,” said Artis Stevens, the group’s CEO, who said it has spent the past two years designing a strategic plan for expanding its mentoring capabilities and was starting to devise fundraising efforts when Stevens received news of the gift last week. “Even though this gift is going to be transformative, one in three kids in this country don’t have a positive sustained mentor in their lives and so this challenge is bigger than one organization can take on. We know we have to be able to build a capacity both in our organization as well as partnering with others to take this on.” Stevens says the organization plans to use Scott’s gift for a variety of efforts in both its national office in Tampa, Florida, and at 38 of its 230 chapters throughout the county. Many of the families and youths the nonprofit serves are from underserved populations and were hit hard by the pandemic and recent social-justice struggles. The organization currently has 30,000 youths waiting for a mentor. Stevens says Scott’s gift will help expand its ability to match more youths with mentors and provide more mentor-training programs. It also aims to attract more volunteers who identify as people of color and LGBTQ+, as well as those in rural areas. The nonprofit plans to broaden its offerings beyond its traditional format of one-to-one mentoring for children and teens by creating more group mentoring, peer-to-peer mentoring, and workplace mentoring for 18- to 25-year-olds. “We’re the largest provider of youth workplace mentoring in the country,” said Stevens. “We want to be able to expand and extend our vision to every company in America to have a youth-mentoring program that both helps supply more of the work force and helps engage employees and give opportunities to kids in underrepresented, underserved communities.” Youth-mentoring programs take a tremendous amount of resources and staff time to be run well, said David DuBois, a University of Illinois professor who has studied mentoring programs for three decades and was a volunteer mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters for two years earlier in his academic career. “You’ve got to be able to support those relationships and check in and make sure that all parties — the kid, the volunteer, the parents — are getting the encouragement and the guidance,” DuBois said. “So there’s a lot of moving parts to these programs.” A key part is the extensive interview and vetting process volunteer mentors must go through before they are approved to work with youths, he said. Volunteers must be trained, and then the relationship between the volunteer and the young person needs continued guidance and monitoring. Having enough resources to carry all of that out is crucial. While Scott’s gift is a windfall for the organization, Stevens says with all that the charity hopes to accomplish, he knows it will go only so far. He and his team are already having conversations with the organization’s donors about its ongoing needs. Stevens says he sees the gift as an “invitation” to other donors to support the group’s plans for the future. As with all big gifts, however, some donors might think that Big Brothers Big Sisters no longer needs their support, said Tyrone McKinley Freeman, associate professor of philanthropic studies and director of undergraduate programs at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. “There’s that kind of tension that organizations have long dealt with,” Freeman said. “It will be important to communicate how the resources are being used and what’s being done and then how (others) can continue to contribute — especially for something like this where the need outpaces the group’s volunteer base.” Stevens said he is having those conversations with his other donors now. He described the gift as “awesome,” saying, “It is transformative for 38 of our agencies, but we’ve got 230 agencies, and we know that there’s much more work to do. There is more opportunity and more growth and more need in this country. But we need more people at the table. It takes all of us.” ____ This article was provided to The Associated Press by the Chronicle of Philanthropy. Maria Di Mento is a senior reporter at the Chronicle. Email: maria.dimento@philanthropy.com. The AP and the Chronicle receive support from the Lilly Endowment for coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits. The AP and the Chronicle are solely responsible for all content. For all of AP’s philanthropy coverage, visit https://apnews.com/hub/philanthropy.	2022-05-25T10:40:18+00:00	wivb.com	https://www.wivb.com/news/business/mackenzie-scott-gives-123m-to-big-brothers-big-sisters/
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota’s only abortion clinic is preparing for what could be its final day of performing procedures, with a trigger ban due to take effect Thursday that will likely force patients to travel hundreds of miles to receive care pending the clinic’s relocation across the border to Minnesota. Barring a judge’s intervention, the Red River Women’s Clinic will provide abortion services Wednesday then shut down. Owner Tammi Kromenaker is building a new clinic in Moorhead, Minnesota, with the aid of nearly $1 million raised through GoFundMe. Kromenaker has not said when the new clinic will open and she did not respond to messages Tuesday. Planned Parenthood has said it can perform abortions at its own Moorhead facility to fill the gap if needed, but it is not clear if that will happen. Once North Dakota’s ban takes effect, the nearest abortion clinics will be in Minneapolis and Duluth, Minnesota, a drive of about four hours from Fargo, and in Billings, Montana, which is nearly four hours from North Dakota’s western border. Destini Spaeth, the volunteer leader of an independent group that helps fund abortions in North Dakota, is investigating temporary solutions until the Moorhead clinic opens. That could include helping to pay for trips to Minnesota and Montana. “To have to cross state lines and to be treated like and spoken about like a criminal in your home state and forced to travel elsewhere, pleading for care, desperate for care,” said Spaeth, spokeswoman for the North Dakota Women In Need fund. “It’s got to be just so traumatic.” Kristi Wolff, executive director of the North Dakota Women’s Network, said the women’s advocacy group still refers people to the Red River Women’s Clinic or to a physician “if that’s what’s needed.” Wolff said she has fielded numerous calls from women showing “a lot of uncertainty and despair and anger” about what’s in store. “If there is no clinic operating within North Dakota, women will have to travel farther,” Wolff said. “In order to do that, they have to have the resources for adequate transportation, you know, gas money, child care, time off work, they need all those things. To have to do that just get to health care, that’s unacceptable.” The clinic is suing in state court to block the trigger law, which was passed years ago to take effect if the U.S. Supreme Court reversed the Roe v. Wade precedent establishing a right to abortion. The lawsuit argues that a ban would be contrary to the state constitution. It also argues that Attorney General Drew Wrigley prematurely started the 30-day countdown for the law to take effect. “I’m not holding my breath for an injunction,” Spaeth said. “I think we’re preparing for tomorrow to be the last clinic day in North Dakota for a while.” The first abortion clinic in Fargo opened in 1981, in a two-story house that was more than 70 years old. It was the site of intense protests in the early 1990s sparked by a national group that locked themselves to cars, trees, street signs and other objects. The clinic moved to its current location in downtown Fargo in 1998. While the move to Moorhead will add a couple of miles for patients from the Dakotas, it will also mean that the weekly group of anti-abortion protesters won’t be traveling much further. Some of them have called Wednesday’s planned Fargo finale bittersweet and said they will resume their posts when the new clinic opens. McKenzie McCoy, executive director of North Dakota Right To Life, said she’s “overjoyed the clinic is closing” but isn’t blind to the fact that the clinic is reopening a few miles away. “So we will continue to go across to Minnesota to love these women and show that, you know, we’re here for you, regardless of the decision, but that there really are other solutions,” she said.	2022-07-27T03:43:12+00:00	localsyr.com	https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/north-dakota-abortion-clinic-prepares-for-likely-final-day/
Times have changed since we started awarding the best economy cars for sale in the U.S. In just the past year, new car prices have surged, setting old standards of affordability aside. We recognize, though, that many car shoppers still need the lowest-price vehicle with the best value—and for 2023, that vehicle is the Kia Sportage Hybrid. The 2023 Sportage Hybrid does many things well—and does them better than the gas-only Sportage that’s cheaper but less satisfying. It wears a crisp-looking set of body panels, seats five passengers, and wraps those people and their belongings in an interior worthy of a more expensive SUV, thanks to available leather upholstery, wide-screen infotainment, and a sense of style that puts it a tier above its chief rivals: the Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, and Toyota RAV4. All of those rivals can be configured as hybrids, and the Escape and RAV4 also come in plug-in configuration—but the $28,585 Sportage Hybrid outpoints them on price and makes par with performance. That comes via a 227-hp hybrid system that couples a 1.6-liter turbo-4 to a 6-speed automatic and a small battery pack; the combination accelerates more smoothly than the base Sportage, and generates EPA ratings of up to 43 mpg combined. All-wheel drive factors in for another $1,800—and Kia offers a plug-in with 34 miles of electric range, if you want to spend more. You’ll find better handling in the Toyota, perhaps, but the Sportage Hybrid fares OK with its independent suspension, though it’s more notable for a smooth ride that leans through corners. With space for five people and a flexible cargo hold, the Sportage Hybrid also brings good passenger comforts to the fore. Even the base version has an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; a 12.3-inch touchscreen comes with more expensive versions, but it lacks the wireless connectivity that the smaller screen offers. Kia fits the Sportage Hybrid with lots of standard safety technology, too: automatic emergency braking, parking sensors, and active lane control can be upgraded with a surround-view camera system. Other options range from Harman Kardon sound to wireless smartphone charging. The Sportage Hybrid’s simply the best value of all the vehicles we tested this year, though the Honda CR-V Hybrid came close—and the new Toyota Prius showed up too late to place in the competition. Of course, it’s similar to the Hyundai Tucson, too, though we prefer the Sportage’s interior and exterior style. If scored separately, the Sportage Hybrid would merit a TCC Rating of 7.5 out of 10, the plug-in even higher. With scores like that, and a sticker below $30,000, the price isn’t the only thing that’s right. Read about the segment winners of The Car Connection’s Best Car To Buy 2023 awards, and find out which vehicles took home top honors from our sister sites, Motor Authority and Green Car Reports. Related Articles - Ford F-150 Lightning: The Car Connection Best Car To Buy 2023 - Hyundai Ioniq 5: Best Electric Car To Buy 2023 - Kia Telluride: Best Family Car To Buy 2023 - Rivian R1T: Best Luxury Car To Buy 2023 - Porsche Taycan: Best Performance Car To Buy 2023	2023-01-05T07:51:19+00:00	nwahomepage.com	https://www.nwahomepage.com/automotive/internet-brands/kia-sportage-hybrid-best-economy-car-to-buy-2023/
Third Quarter 2022 Net Income of $249.6 million or $0.81 per Diluted Share Third Quarter 2022 Adjusted Net Operating Income (Non-GAAP) of $264.2 million or $0.86 per Diluted Share MILWAUKEE, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MGIC Investment Corporation (NYSE: MTG) today reported operating and financial results for the third quarter of 2022. Net income for the quarter was $249.6 million, or $0.81 per diluted share, compared with net income of $158.0 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2021. Adjusted net operating income for the third quarter of 2022 was $264.2 million, or $0.86 per diluted share, compared with $157.1 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2021. We present the non-GAAP financial measure "Adjusted net operating income" to increase the comparability between periods of our financial results. See "Use of Non-GAAP financial measures" below. Tim Mattke, CEO of MTG and Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation ("MGIC"), stated "I am pleased to report that we had another strong quarter, building upon the solid financial results we delivered in the first half of the year. During the quarter, we remained focused on executing our business strategies and again demonstrated the benefits of our capital position by growing insurance in force, increasing and paying a common stock dividend, decreasing our leverage ratio, repurchasing stock, and producing an annualized 21.8% return on equity. In addition, the credit quality and performance of our insurance in force portfolio remains strong." "While the combination of rising interest rates, decelerating home prices, and other macroeconomic concerns have resulted in increased risks and uncertainties, our financial strength and capital flexibility position us to navigate the changing economic cycle." concluded Mattke. Third Quarter Summary - New insurance written was $19.6 billion, compared with $24.3 billion in the second quarter of 2022 and $28.7 billion in the third quarter of 2021, primarily reflecting a decrease in the origination markets in the current year compared with the same period in the prior year. - Persistency, or the percentage of insurance remaining in force from one year prior, was 75.7% at September 30, 2022, compared with 71.5% at June 30, 2022, and 59.5% at September 30, 2021. - Insurance in force of $293.6 billion at September 30, 2022 increased by 2.4% during the quarter and 9.4% compared with September 30, 2021. - Primary delinquency inventory of 25,878 loans at September 30, 2022 decreased from 26,855 loans at June 30, 2022, and 37,379 loans at September 30, 2021. - The loss ratio for the third quarter of 2022 was (41.7)%, compared with (38.7)% for the second quarter of 2022 and 8.1% for the third quarter of 2021. - The underwriting expense ratio associated with our insurance operations for the third quarter of 2022 was 24.6%, compared with 22.4% for the second quarter of 2022 and 21.9% for the third quarter of 2021. - Net premium yield was 34.7 basis points in the third quarter of 2022, compared with 36.2 basis points for the second quarter of 2022 and 38.4 basis points for the third quarter of 2021. - Book value per common share outstanding as of September 30, 2022, decreased to $15.16, or 0.1%, from $15.18 as of December 31, 2021 and increased by 2.4% from $14.81 as of September 30, 2021. (September 30, 2022 book value per common share outstanding includes ($1.50) in net unrealized gains (losses) on securities, compared with $0.47 at December 31, 2021, and $0.59 at September 30, 2021). - We paid a dividend of $0.10 per common share to shareholders during the third quarter of 2022. - We repurchased 6.1 million shares of common stock at an average cost of $13.90 per share. - We repurchased $14.0 million in aggregate principal amount of our 9% Convertible Junior Debentures due 2063, reducing potentially dilutive shares by 1.1 million. - We redeemed $242.3 million of aggregate principal outstanding on our 2023 Senior Notes for $248.4 million, plus accrued interest. Fourth Quarter 2022 Activities - In October, we repurchased an additional 2.6 million shares of our common stock at an average cost of $12.96 per share. - We declared a dividend of $0.10 per common share to shareholders payable on November 23, 2022 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 10, 2022. - We have elected to terminate our 2015 QSR and 2019 QSR Transactions effective December 31, 2022. - MGIC paid a $400 million dividend to our holding company. Revenues Total revenues for the third quarter of 2022 were $292.8 million, compared with $295.7 million in the third quarter last year. The decrease primarily reflects a change in net gains (losses) on investments and other financial instruments and a decrease in net premiums earned, partially offset by an increase in investment income. Premiums earned in the third quarter of 2022 were $252.1 million compared with $254.8 million for the same period last year. Net premiums written for the quarter were $242.3 million, compared with $247.6 million for the same period last year. The decrease in net premiums written and earned in the current period compared with the same period the prior year was primarily due to an increase in ceded premiums and a decrease in our premium yield. Losses and expenses Losses incurred Net losses incurred in the third quarter of 2022 were $(105.1) million, compared with $20.8 million in the same period last year primarily due to favorable loss development and continuing decreases in delinquency inventory. While new delinquency notices added approximately $36 million to losses incurred in the third quarter of 2022, our re-estimation of loss reserves resulted in favorable development of approximately $141 million primarily related to a decrease in the estimated claim rate on delinquencies. In the third quarter of 2021, our re-estimation of reserves on previous delinquency notices resulted in $18 million of favorable loss development. Underwriting and other expenses Net underwriting and other expenses were $61.7 million in the third quarter of 2022 compared with $57.2 million in the same period last year primarily due to an increase in expenses related to our investments in technology and data and analytics infrastructure. Interest expense Interest expense decreased to $10.3 million in the third quarter of 2022 from $18.0 million in the same period last year. The decrease is due to the repurchase of a portion of our 9% Convertible Junior Debentures and repayment of our 2023 Senior Notes and our Federal Home Loan Bank Advance. Loss on debt extinguishment The third quarter 2022 loss on debt extinguishment of $11.6 million reflects the repurchase of our 2023 Senior Notes and the repurchase of $14.0 million in aggregate principal amount of our 9% Convertible Junior Debentures in excess of their carrying value. Capital - Total consolidated shareholders' equity was $4.5 billion as of September 30, 2022, and compared with $4.9 billion as of December 31, 2021 and September 30, 2021. The decrease from December 31, 2021 and September 30, 2021 primarily reflects a decrease in the fair value of our investment portfolio and additional stock repurchases, offset by net income. - MGIC's PMIERs Available Assets totaled $5.9 billion, or $2.6 billion above its Minimum Required Assets as of September 30, 2022, compared with PMIERs Available Assets of $5.7 billion, or $2.2 billion above its Minimum Required Assets as of December 31, 2021, and PMIERS Available Assets of $5.8 billion, or $2.6 billion above its Minimum Required Assets as of September 30, 2021. Other Balance Sheet and Liquidity Metrics - Total consolidated assets were $6.2 billion as of September 30, 2022, compared with $7.3 billion as of December 31, 2021, and $7.5 billion as of September 30, 2021. The decrease from December 31, 2021, and September 30, 2021 primarily reflects a decrease in the fair value of our consolidated investment portfolio due to the increase in market interest rates. - The fair value of our consolidated investment portfolio, cash and cash equivalents was $5.7 billion as of September 30, 2022, compared with $6.9 billion as of December 31, 2021, and $7.1 billion as of September 30, 2021. - The fair value of investments, cash and cash equivalents at the holding company was $352 million as of September 30, 2022, compared with $663 million as of December 31, 2021, and $716 million as of September 30, 2021. - Consolidated debt was $663 million as of September 30, 2022, compared with $1.1 billion as of December 31, 2021, and $1.2 billion as of September 30, 2021. Conference Call and Webcast Details MGIC Investment Corporation will hold a conference call November 3, 2022, at 10 a.m. ET to allow securities analysts and shareholders the opportunity to hear management discuss the company's quarterly results. Individuals interested in joining by telephone should register for the call at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/9sqqqpf3 to receive the dial-in number and unique PIN to access the call. It is recommended that you join the call at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The call is also being webcast and can be accessed at the company's website at http://mtg.mgic.com/ under "Newsroom." A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's website through December 5, 2022. About MGIC Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation (MGIC) (www.mgic.com), the principal subsidiary of MGIC Investment Corporation, serves lenders throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and other locations helping families achieve homeownership sooner by making affordable low-down-payment mortgages a reality through the use of private mortgage insurance. At September 30, 2022, MGIC had $293.6 billion of primary insurance in force covering more than 1.1 million mortgages. This press release, which includes certain additional statistical and other information, including non-GAAP financial information and a supplement that contains various portfolio statistics, are all available on the Company's website at https://mtg.mgic.com/ under "Newsroom." From time to time MGIC Investment Corporation releases important information via postings on its corporate website, and via postings on MGIC's website for information related to underwriting and pricing, and intends to continue to do so in the future. Such postings include corrections of previous disclosures and may be made without any other disclosure. Investors and other interested parties are encouraged to enroll to receive automatic email alerts and Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feeds regarding new postings. Enrollment information for MGIC Investment Corporation alerts can be found at https://mtg.mgic.com/shareholder-services/email-alerts. For information about our underwriting and rates, see https://www.mgic.com/underwriting. Safe Harbor Statement Forward Looking Statements and Risk Factors: Our actual results could be affected by the risk factors below. These risk factors should be reviewed in connection with this press release and our periodic reports to the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). These risk factors may also cause actual results to differ materially from the results contemplated by forward looking statements that we may make. Forward looking statements consist of statements which relate to matters other than historical fact, including matters that inherently refer to future events. Among others, statements that include words such as "believe," "anticipate," "will" or "expect," or words of similar import, are forward looking statements. We are not undertaking any obligation to update any forward looking statements or other statements we may make even though these statements may be affected by events or circumstances occurring after the forward looking statements or other statements were made. No investor should rely on the fact that such statements are current at any time other than the time at which this press release was delivered for dissemination to the public. While we communicate with security analysts from time to time, it is against our policy to disclose to them any material non-public information or other confidential information. Accordingly, investors should not assume that we agree with any statement or report issued by any analyst irrespective of the content of the statement or report, and such reports are not our responsibility. Use of Non-GAAP financial measures We believe that use of the Non-GAAP measures of adjusted pre-tax operating income (loss), adjusted net operating income (loss) and adjusted net operating income (loss) per diluted share facilitate the evaluation of the company's core financial performance thereby providing relevant information to investors. These measures are not recognized in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP) and should not be viewed as alternatives to GAAP measures of performance. Adjusted pre-tax operating income (loss) is defined as GAAP income (loss) before tax, excluding the effects of net realized investment gains (losses), gain and losses on debt extinguishment and infrequent or unusual non-operating items where applicable. Adjusted net operating income (loss) is defined as GAAP net income (loss) excluding the after-tax effects of net realized investment gains (losses), gain and losses on debt extinguishment and infrequent or unusual non-operating items where applicable. The amounts of adjustments to components of pre-tax operating income (loss) are tax effected using a federal statutory tax rate of 21%. Adjusted net operating income (loss) per diluted share is calculated in a manner consistent with the accounting standard regarding earnings per share by dividing (i) adjusted net operating income (loss) after making adjustments for interest expense on convertible debt, whenever the impact is dilutive, by (ii) diluted weighted average common shares outstanding, which reflects share dilution from unvested restricted stock units and from convertible debt when dilutive under the "if-converted" method. Although adjusted pre-tax operating income (loss) and adjusted net operating income (loss) exclude certain items that have occurred in the past and are expected to occur in the future, the excluded items represent items that are: (1) not viewed as part of the operating performance of our primary activities; or (2) impacted by both discretionary and other economic or regulatory factors and are not necessarily indicative of operating trends, or both. These adjustments, along with the reasons for their treatment, are described below. Trends in the profitability of our fundamental operating activities can be more clearly identified without the fluctuations of these adjustments. Other companies may calculate these measures differently. Therefore, their measures may not be comparable to those used by us. Risk Factors As used below, "we," "our" and "us" refer to MGIC Investment Corporation's consolidated operations or to MGIC Investment Corporation, as the context requires; and "MGIC" refers to Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation. Risk Factors Relating to Global Events The COVID-19 pandemic may materially impact our future financial results, business, liquidity and/or financial condition. The COVID-19 pandemic materially impacted our 2020 financial results. While the initial impact of COVID-19 on our business has moderated, the extent to which COVID-19 may materially impact our future financial results, business, liquidity and/or financial condition is uncertain and cannot be predicted. The magnitude of any future impact could be influenced by various factors, including the length and severity of the pandemic in the United States, efforts to reduce the transmission of COVID-19, the level of unemployment, government initiatives and actions taken by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the "GSEs") (including mortgage forbearance and modification programs), and the overall effects of COVID-19 on the economy. The COVID-19 pandemic may impact our business in various ways, including the following which are described in more detail in the remainder of these risk factors: - Our incurred losses will increase if loan delinquencies increase. We establish reserves for insurance losses when delinquency notices are received on loans that are two or more payments past due and for loans we estimate are delinquent prior to the close of the accounting period but for which delinquency notices have not yet been received (which are included in "IBNR"). In addition, our estimates of the number of delinquencies for which we will ultimately receive claims, and the amount, or severity, of each claim, may increase. - We may be required to maintain more capital under the private mortgage insurer eligibility requirements ("PMIERs") of the GSEs, which generally require more capital to be held for delinquent loans than for performing loans and require more capital to be held as the number of payments missed on delinquent loans increases. - If the number of delinquencies increases, the number of claims we must pay over time will generally increase. - Our access to the reinsurance and capital markets may be limited and the terms under which we are able to access such markets may be negatively impacted. The Russia-Ukraine war and/or other global events may adversely affect the U.S. economy and our business. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has increased the already-elevated inflation rate, added more pressure to strained supply chains, and has increased volatility in the domestic and global financial markets. The war has impacted, and may impact, our business in various ways, including the following which are described in more detail in the remainder of these risk factors: - The terms under which we are able to obtain excess-of-loss ("XOL") reinsurance through the insurance-linked notes ("ILN") market have been negatively impacted and terms under which we are able to access that market in the future may be less attractive. - The risk of a cybersecurity incident that affects our company may have increased. - An extended or broadened war may negatively impact the domestic economy, which may increase unemployment and inflation, or decrease home prices, in each case leading to an increase in loan delinquencies. - The volatility in the financial markets may impact the performance of our investment portfolio and our investment portfolio may include investments in companies or securities that are negatively impacted by the war. Risk Factors Relating to the Mortgage Insurance Industry and its Regulation Downturns in the domestic economy or declines in home prices may result in more homeowners defaulting and our losses increasing, with a corresponding decrease in our returns. Losses result from events that reduce a borrower's ability or willingness to make mortgage payments, such as unemployment, health issues, changes in family status, and decreases in home prices that result in the borrower's mortgage balance exceeding the net value of the home. A deterioration in economic conditions, including an increase in unemployment, generally increases the likelihood that borrowers will not have sufficient income to pay their mortgages and can also adversely affect home prices. High levels of unemployment may result in an increasing number of loan delinquencies and an increasing number of insurance claims; however, unemployment is difficult to predict given the uncertainty in the current market environment, including as a result of global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war, and the possibility of an economic recession. Since the beginning of 2021, inflation has increased dramatically. The impact that higher inflation rates will have on loan delinquencies is unknown. The seasonally-adjusted Purchase-Only U.S. Home Price Index of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (the "FHFA"), which is based on single-family properties whose mortgages have been purchased or securitized by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, indicates that home prices fell nationwide in August 2022, down 0.7% from the previous month. The 12 month change in home prices remains at historically high rates, but the rate of growth is moderating: it increased by 6.6% in the first eight months of 2022, after increasing 8.0% during the first five months of 2022, and 17.9%, 11.7%, and 5.9% in 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively. The national average price-to-income ratio exceeds its historical average, in part as a result of recent home price appreciation outpacing increases in income. Affordability issues and the significant increase in interest rates in recent months has put downward pressure on home prices. Recent third-party forecasts predict that home prices will decline further. This decline may occur even absent a deterioration in economic conditions due to declines in demand for homes, which in turn may result from changes in buyers' perceptions of the potential for future appreciation, restrictions on and the cost of mortgage credit due to more stringent underwriting standards, higher interest rates, changes to the tax deductibility of mortgage interest, decreases in the rate of household formations, or other factors. The future impact of COVID-19-related forbearance and foreclosure mitigation activities is unknown. Forbearance for federally-insured mortgages (including those delivered to or purchased by the GSEs) whose borrowers were affected by COVID-19 allows mortgage payments to be suspended for a period generally ranging from 6 to 18 months. Historically, forbearance plans have reduced the incidence of our losses on affected loans. However, given the uncertainty surrounding the long-term economic impact of COVID-19, it is difficult to predict the ultimate effect of COVID-19 related forbearances on our loss incidence. Whether a loan delinquency will cure, including through modification, when forbearance ends will depend on the economic circumstances of the borrower at that time. The severity of losses associated with delinquencies that do not cure will depend on economic conditions at that time, including home prices. Foreclosures on mortgages purchased or securitized by the GSEs were suspended through July 31, 2021. Under a CFPB rule that was effective through December 31, 2021, with limited exceptions, servicers were required to ensure that at least one temporary procedural safeguard had been met before referring 120-day delinquent loans for foreclosure. Given the expiration of the CFPB rule, it is likely that foreclosures and claims will increase. We may not continue to meet the GSEs' private mortgage insurer eligibility requirements and our returns may decrease if we are required to maintain more capital in order to maintain our eligibility. We must comply with a GSE's PMIERs to be eligible to insure loans delivered to or purchased by that GSE. The PMIERs include financial requirements, as well as business, quality control and certain transaction approval requirements. The financial requirements of the PMIERs require a mortgage insurer's "Available Assets" (generally only the most liquid assets of an insurer) to equal or exceed its "Minimum Required Assets" (which are generally based on an insurer's book of risk in force and calculated from tables of factors with several risk dimensions, reduced for credit given for risk ceded under reinsurance agreements). Based on our interpretation of the PMIERs, as of September 30, 2022, MGIC's Available Assets totaled $5.9 billion, or $2.6 billion in excess of its Minimum Required Assets. MGIC is in compliance with the PMIERs and eligible to insure loans purchased by the GSEs. Our "Minimum Required Assets" reflect a credit for risk ceded under our quota share reinsurance ("QSR") and XOL reinsurance transactions, which are discussed in our risk factor titled "The mix of business we write affects our Minimum Required Assets under the PMIERs, our premium yields and the likelihood of losses occurring." The calculated credit for XOL reinsurance transactions under PMIERs is generally based on the PMIERs requirement of the covered loans and the attachment and detachment points of the coverage, all of which fluctuate over time. PMIERs credit is generally not given for the reinsured risk above the PMIERs requirement. The GSEs have discretion to further limit reinsurance credit under the PMIERs. Refer to "Consolidated Results of Operations – Reinsurance Transactions" in Part I, Item 2 of our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for information about the calculated PMIERs credit for our XOL transactions. There is a risk we will not receive our current level of credit in future periods for ceded risk. In addition, we may not receive the same level of credit under future reinsurance transactions that we receive under existing transactions. If MGIC is not allowed certain levels of credit under the PMIERs, under certain circumstances, MGIC may terminate the reinsurance transactions without penalty. The PMIERs generally require us to hold significantly more Minimum Required Assets for delinquent loans than for performing loans and the Minimum Required Assets required to be held increases as the number of payments missed on a delinquent loan increases. If the number of loan delinquencies increases for reasons discussed in these risk factors, or otherwise, it may cause our Minimum Required Assets to exceed our Available Assets. We are unable to predict the ultimate number of loans that will become delinquent. If our Available Assets fall below our Minimum Required Assets, we would not be in compliance with the PMIERs. The PMIERs provide a list of remediation actions for a mortgage insurer's non-compliance, with additional actions possible in the GSEs' discretion. At the extreme, the GSEs may suspend or terminate our eligibility to insure loans purchased by them. Such suspension or termination would significantly reduce the volume of our new insurance written ("NIW"), the substantial majority of which is for loans delivered to or purchased by the GSEs. In addition to the increase in Minimum Required Assets associated with delinquent loans, factors that may negatively impact MGIC's ability to continue to comply with the financial requirements of the PMIERs include the following: - The GSEs may make the PMIERs more onerous in the future. The PMIERs provide that the factors that determine Minimum Required Assets will be updated periodically, or as needed if there is a significant change in macroeconomic conditions or loan performance. We do not anticipate that the regular periodic updates will occur more frequently than once every two years. The PMIERs state that the GSEs will provide notice 180 days prior to the effective date of updates to the factors; however, the GSEs may amend the PMIERs at any time, including by imposing restrictions specific to our company. - The PMIERs may be changed in response to the final regulatory capital framework for the GSEs that was published in February 2022. - Our future operating results may be negatively impacted by the matters discussed in the rest of these risk factors. Such matters could decrease our revenues, increase our losses or require the use of assets, thereby creating a shortfall in Available Assets. Should capital be needed by MGIC in the future, capital contributions from our holding company may not be available due to competing demands on holding company resources, including for repayment of debt. Because we establish loss reserves only upon a loan delinquency rather than based on estimates of our ultimate losses on risk in force, losses may have a disproportionate adverse effect on our earnings in certain periods. In accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, we establish case reserves for insurance losses and loss adjustment expenses only when delinquency notices are received for insured loans that are two or more payments past due and for loans we estimate are delinquent but for which delinquency notices have not yet been received (which we include in "IBNR"). Losses that may occur from loans that are not delinquent are not reflected in our financial statements, except when a "premium deficiency" is recorded. A premium deficiency would be recorded if the present value of expected future losses and expenses exceeds the present value of expected future premiums and already established loss reserves on the applicable loans. As a result, future losses incurred on loans that are not currently delinquent may have a material impact on future results as delinquencies emerge. As of September 30, 2022, we had established case reserves and reported losses incurred for 25,878 loans in our delinquency inventory and our IBNR reserve totaled $21 million. The number of loans in our delinquency inventory may increase from that level as a result of economic conditions relating to current global events or other factors and our losses incurred may increase. Because loss reserve estimates are subject to uncertainties, paid claims may be substantially different than our loss reserves. When we establish case reserves, we estimate our ultimate loss on delinquent loans by estimating the number of such loans that will result in a claim payment (the "claim rate"), and further estimating the amount of the claim payment (the "claim severity"). Changes to our claim rate and claim severity estimates could have a material impact on our future results, even in a stable economic environment. Our estimates incorporate anticipated cures, loss mitigation activity, rescissions and curtailments. The establishment of loss reserves is subject to inherent uncertainty and requires significant judgment by management. Our actual claim payments may differ substantially from our loss reserve estimates. Our estimates could be affected by several factors, including a change in regional or national economic conditions as discussed in these risk factors, the impact of government and GSE actions taken to mitigate the economic harm caused by the COVID-19 pandemic (including foreclosure moratoriums and mortgage forbearance and modification programs); efforts to reduce the transmission of COVID-19; and a change in the length of time loans are delinquent before claims are received. All else being equal, the longer a loan is delinquent before a claim is received, the greater the severity. As a result of foreclosure moratoriums and forbearance programs, the average time it takes to receive claims has increased. Economic conditions may differ from region to region. Information about the geographic dispersion of our risk in force and delinquency inventory can be found in our Annual Reports on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, losses incurred generally followed a seasonal trend in which the second half of the year has weaker credit performance than the first half, with higher new default notice activity and a lower cure rate. The amount of insurance we write could be adversely affected if lenders and investors select alternatives to private mortgage insurance. Alternatives to private mortgage insurance include: - investors using risk mitigation and credit risk transfer techniques other than private mortgage insurance, or accepting credit risk without credit enhancement, - lenders and other investors holding mortgages in portfolio and self-insuring, - lenders using Federal Housing Administration ("FHA"), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ("VA") and other government mortgage insurance programs, and - lenders originating mortgages using piggyback structures to avoid private mortgage insurance, such as a first mortgage with an 80% loan-to-value ("LTV") ratio and a second mortgage with a 10%, 15% or 20% LTV ratio rather than a first mortgage with a 90%, 95% or 100% LTV ratio that has private mortgage insurance. The GSEs' charters generally require credit enhancement for a low down payment mortgage loan (a loan in an amount that exceeds 80% of a home's value) in order for such loan to be eligible for purchase by the GSEs. Private mortgage insurance generally has been purchased by lenders in primary mortgage market transactions to satisfy this credit enhancement requirement. In 2018, the GSEs initiated secondary mortgage market programs with loan level mortgage default coverage provided by various (re)insurers that are not mortgage insurers governed by PMIERs, and that are not selected by the lenders. These programs, which currently account for a small percentage of the low down payment market, compete with traditional private mortgage insurance and, due to differences in policy terms, they may offer premium rates that are below prevalent single premium lender-paid mortgage insurance ("LPMI") rates. We participate in these programs from time to time. See our risk factor titled "Changes in the business practices of the GSEs, federal legislation that changes their charters or a restructuring of the GSEs could reduce our revenues or increase our losses" for a discussion of various business practices of the GSEs that may be changed, including through expansion or modification of these programs. The GSEs (and other investors) have also used other forms of credit enhancement that did not involve traditional private mortgage insurance, such as engaging in credit-linked note transactions executed in the capital markets, or using other forms of debt issuances or securitizations that transfer credit risk directly to other investors, including competitors and an affiliate of MGIC; using other risk mitigation techniques in conjunction with reduced levels of private mortgage insurance coverage; or accepting credit risk without credit enhancement. The FHA's share of the low down payment residential mortgages that were subject to FHA, VA, USDA or primary private mortgage insurance was 25.1% in the first half of 2022, 24.7% in 2021, and 23.4% in 2020. Beginning in 2012, the FHA's share has been as low as 23.4% (in 2020) and as high as 42.1% (in 2012). Factors that influence the FHA's market share include relative rates and fees, underwriting guidelines and loan limits of the FHA, VA, private mortgage insurers and the GSEs; lenders' perceptions of legal risks under FHA versus GSE programs; flexibility for the FHA to establish new products as a result of federal legislation and programs; returns expected to be obtained by lenders for Ginnie Mae securitization of FHA-insured loans compared to those obtained from selling loans to the GSEs for securitization; and differences in policy terms, such as the ability of a borrower to cancel insurance coverage under certain circumstances. The focus of the Presidential Administration on equitable housing finance and sustainable housing opportunities increases the likelihood of a reduction in the FHA's mortgage insurance premium rates. Such a rate reduction would negatively impact our NIW; however, given the many factors that influence the FHA's market share, it is difficult to predict the impact. In addition, we cannot predict how the factors that affect the FHA's share of new insurance written will change in the future. The VA's share of the low down payment residential mortgages that were subject to FHA, VA, USDA or primary private mortgage insurance was 26.0% in the first half of 2022, 30.2% in 2021, and 30.9% in 2020. Beginning in 2012, the VA's share has been as low as 22.8% (in 2013) and as high as 30.9% (in 2020). We believe that the VA's market share has generally been elevated in recent years because of an increase in the number of borrowers that are eligible for the VA's program, which offers 100% LTV ratio loans and charges a one-time funding fee that can be included in the loan amount, and because eligible borrowers have opted to use the VA program when refinancing their mortgages. Changes in the business practices of the GSEs, federal legislation that changes their charters or a restructuring of the GSEs could reduce our revenues or increase our losses. The substantial majority of our NIW is for loans purchased by the GSEs; therefore, the business practices of the GSEs greatly impact our business. In June 2022 the GSEs each published their Equitable Housing Finance Plans. The Plans seek to advance equity in housing finance over a three year period and include potential changes to the GSEs' business practices and policies. Specifically relating to mortgage insurance, (1) Fannie Mae's Plan contemplates the creation of special purchase credit program(s) ("SPCPs") targeted to historically underserved borrowers with a goal of lowering costs for such borrowers through lower than standard mortgage insurance requirements; and (2) Freddie Mac's Plan contemplates the creation of SPCPs targeted to historically underserved borrowers with the goals of (a) working with mortgage insurers to reduce costs for high LTV borrowers, and (b) updating mortgage insurance cancellation requirements. To the extent the business practices and policies of the GSEs regarding mortgage insurance coverage, costs and cancellation change, including more broadly than through SPCPs, such changes may negatively impact the mortgage insurance industry. Other business practices of the GSEs that affect the mortgage insurance industry include: - The GSEs' PMIERs, the financial requirements of which are discussed in our risk factor titled "We may not continue to meet the GSEs' private mortgage insurer eligibility requirements and our returns may decrease if we are required to maintain more capital in order to maintain our eligibility." - The capital and collateral requirements for participants in the GSEs' alternative forms of credit enhancement discussed in our risk factor titled "The amount of insurance we write could be adversely affected if lenders and investors select alternatives to private mortgage insurance." - The level of private mortgage insurance coverage, subject to the limitations of the GSEs' charters, when private mortgage insurance is used as the required credit enhancement on low down payment mortgages (the GSEs generally require a level of mortgage insurance coverage that is higher than the level of coverage required by their charters; any change in the required level of coverage will impact our new risk written). - The amount of loan level price adjustments and guaranty fees (which result in higher costs to borrowers) that the GSEs assess on loans that require private mortgage insurance. The requirements of the new GSE capital framework may lead the GSEs to increase their guaranty fees. In addition, the FHFA has indicated that it is reviewing the GSEs' pricing in connection with preparing them to exit conservatorship and to ensure that pricing subsidies benefit only affordable housing activities. - Whether the GSEs select or influence the mortgage lender's selection of the mortgage insurer providing coverage. - The underwriting standards that determine which loans are eligible for purchase by the GSEs, which can affect the quality of the risk insured by the mortgage insurer and the availability of mortgage loans. - The terms on which mortgage insurance coverage can be canceled before reaching the cancellation thresholds established by law and the business practices associated with such cancellations. For more information, see the above discussion of the GSEs' Equitable Housing Plans and our risk factor titled "Changes in interest rates, house prices or mortgage insurance cancellation requirements may change the length of time that our policies remain in force." - The programs established by the GSEs intended to avoid or mitigate loss on insured mortgages and the circumstances in which mortgage servicers must implement such programs. - The terms that the GSEs require to be included in mortgage insurance policies for loans that they purchase, including limitations on the rescission rights of mortgage insurers. - The extent to which the GSEs intervene in mortgage insurers' claims paying practices, rescission practices or rescission settlement practices with lenders. - The maximum loan limits of the GSEs compared to those of the FHA and other investors. - The benchmarks established by the FHFA for loans to be purchased by the GSEs, which can affect the loans available to be insured. In December 2021, the FHFA established the benchmark levels for 2022-2024 purchases of low-income home mortgages, very low-income home mortgages and low-income refinance mortgages, each of which exceeded the 2021 benchmarks. The FHFA also established two new sub-goals: one targeting minority communities and the other targeting low-income neighborhoods. The FHFA has been the conservator of the GSEs since 2008 and has the authority to control and direct their operations. The increased role that the federal government has assumed in the residential housing finance system through the GSE conservatorships may increase the likelihood that the business practices of the GSEs change, including through administrative action, in ways that have a material adverse effect on us and that the charters of the GSEs are changed by new federal legislation. It is uncertain what role the GSEs, FHA and private capital, including private mortgage insurance, will play in the residential housing finance system in the future. The timing and impact on our business of any resulting changes are uncertain. Many of the proposed changes would require Congressional action to implement and it is difficult to estimate when Congressional action would be final and how long any associated phase-in period may last. Reinsurance may not always be available or its cost may increase. We have in place QSR and XOL reinsurance transactions providing various amounts of coverage on 94% of our risk in force as of September 30, 2022. Refer to Part 1, Note 4 – "Reinsurance" and Part 1, Item 2 "Consolidated Results of Operations – Reinsurance Transactions" of our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, for more information about coverage under our reinsurance transactions. The reinsurance transactions reduce the tail-risk associated with stress scenarios. As a result, they reduce the capital that we are required to hold to support the risk and they allow us to earn higher returns on our business than we would without them. However, reinsurance may not always be available to us or available on similar terms, the reinsurance transactions subject us to counterparty credit risk, and the GSEs may change the credit they allow under the PMIERs for risk ceded under our reinsurance transactions. Most of our XOL transactions were entered into in capital market transactions with special purpose insurers that issued notes linked to the reinsurance coverage ("Insurance Linked Notes" or "ILNs"). Our access to reinsurance may be disrupted and the terms under which we are able to obtain reinsurance may be less attractive than in the past due to volatility stemming from circumstances such as higher interest rates, increased inflation, global events such as the Russia-Ukraine war, and other factors. In 2022, execution of transactions for XOL reinsurance through the ILN market has been more challenging, with increased pricing, transactions being down-sized, and generally fewer transactions being executed by mortgage insurers. If we are unable to obtain reinsurance for our insurance written, the capital required to support our insurance written will not be reduced as discussed above and our returns may decrease absent an increase in our premium rates. An increase in our premium rates may lead to a decrease in our NIW. We are subject to comprehensive regulation and other requirements, which we may fail to satisfy. We are subject to comprehensive regulation, including by state insurance departments. Many regulations are designed for the protection of our insured policyholders and consumers, rather than for the benefit of investors. Mortgage insurers, including MGIC, have in the past been involved in litigation and regulatory actions related to alleged violations of the anti-referral fee provisions of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act ("RESPA"), and the notice provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ("FCRA"). While these proceedings in the aggregate did not result in material liability for MGIC, there can be no assurance that the outcome of future proceedings, if any, under these laws or others would not have a material adverse effect on us. To the extent that we are construed to make independent credit decisions in connection with our contract underwriting activities, we also could be subject to increased regulatory requirements under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act ("ECOA"), FCRA, and other laws. Under relevant laws, examination may also be made of whether a mortgage insurer's underwriting decisions have a disparate impact on persons belonging to a protected class in violation of the law. Although their scope varies, state insurance laws generally grant broad supervisory powers to agencies or officials to examine insurance companies and enforce rules or exercise discretion affecting almost every significant aspect of the insurance business, including payment for the referral of insurance business, premium rates and discrimination in pricing, and minimum capital requirements. The increased use, by the private mortgage insurance industry, of risk-based pricing systems that establish premium rates based on more attributes than previously considered, and of algorithms, artificial intelligence and data and analytics, has led to additional regulatory scrutiny of premium rates and of other matters such as discrimination in pricing and underwriting, data privacy and access to insurance. For more information about state capital requirements, see our risk factor titled "State capital requirements may prevent us from continuing to write new insurance on an uninterrupted basis." For information about regulation of data privacy, see our risk factor titled "We could be adversely affected if personal information on consumers that we maintain is improperly disclosed; our information technology systems are damaged or their operations are interrupted; or our automated processes do not operate as expected." For more details about the various ways in which our subsidiaries are regulated, see "Business - Regulation" in Item 1 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021. While we have established policies and procedures to comply with applicable laws and regulations, many such laws and regulations are complex and it is not possible to predict the eventual scope, duration or outcome of any reviews or investigations nor is it possible to predict their effect on us or the mortgage insurance industry. If the volume of low down payment home mortgage originations declines, the amount of insurance that we write could decline. The factors that may affect the volume of low down payment mortgage originations include the health of the U.S. economy, conditions in regional and local economies and the level of consumer confidence; restrictions on mortgage credit due to more stringent underwriting standards, liquidity issues or risk-retention and/or capital requirements affecting lenders; the level of home mortgage interest rates; housing affordability; new and existing housing availability; the rate of household formation, which is influenced, in part, by population and immigration trends; homeownership rates; the rate of home price appreciation, which in times of heavy refinancing can affect whether refinanced loans have LTV ratios that require private mortgage insurance; and government housing policy encouraging loans to first-time homebuyers. A decline in the volume of low down payment home mortgage originations could decrease demand for mortgage insurance and limit our NIW. For other factors that could decrease the demand for mortgage insurance, see our risk factor titled "The amount of insurance we write could be adversely affected if lenders and investors select alternatives to private mortgage insurance." State capital requirements may prevent us from continuing to write new insurance on an uninterrupted basis. The insurance laws of 16 jurisdictions, including Wisconsin, MGIC's domiciliary state, require a mortgage insurer to maintain a minimum amount of statutory capital relative to its risk in force (or a similar measure) in order for the mortgage insurer to continue to write new business. We refer to these requirements as the "State Capital Requirements." While they vary among jurisdictions, the most common State Capital Requirements allow for a maximum risk-to-capital ratio of 25 to 1. A risk-to-capital ratio will increase if (i) the percentage decrease in capital exceeds the percentage decrease in insured risk, or (ii) the percentage increase in capital is less than the percentage increase in insured risk. Wisconsin does not regulate capital by using a risk-to-capital measure but instead requires a minimum policyholder position ("MPP"). MGIC's "policyholder position" includes its net worth or surplus, and its contingency reserve. At September 30, 2022 MGIC's risk-to-capital ratio was 9.4 to 1, below the maximum allowed by the jurisdictions with State Capital Requirements, and its policyholder position was $3.7 billion above the required MPP of $2.0 billion. Our risk-to-capital ratio and MPP reflect full credit for the risk ceded under our quota share reinsurance and excess of loss transactions in the ILN market and traditional reinsurance market with unaffiliated reinsurers. It is possible that under the revised State Capital Requirements discussed below, MGIC will not be allowed full credit for the risk ceded under such transactions. If MGIC is not allowed an agreed level of credit under the State Capital Requirements, MGIC may terminate the reinsurance transactions, without penalty. The NAIC previously announced plans to revise the State Capital Requirements that are provided for in its Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Model Act. In December 2019, a working group of state regulators released an exposure draft of a revised Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Model Act and a risk-based capital framework to establish capital requirements for mortgage insurers, although certain items were not completely addressed by the framework, including the treatment of ceded risk and minimum capital floors. In October 2022, the NAIC working group released a revised exposure draft of the Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Model Act that does not include changes to the capital requirements of the existing Model Act. While MGIC currently meets the State Capital Requirements of Wisconsin and all other jurisdictions, it could be prevented from writing new business in the future in all jurisdictions if it fails to meet the State Capital Requirements of Wisconsin, or it could be prevented from writing new business in a particular jurisdiction if it fails to meet the State Capital Requirements of that jurisdiction, and in each case if MGIC does not obtain a waiver of such requirements. It is possible that regulatory action by one or more jurisdictions, including those that do not have specific State Capital Requirements, may prevent MGIC from continuing to write new insurance in such jurisdictions. If we are unable to write business in a particular jurisdiction, lenders may be unwilling to procure insurance from us anywhere. In addition, a lender's assessment of the future ability of our insurance operations to meet the State Capital Requirements or the PMIERs may affect its willingness to procure insurance from us. In this regard, see our risk factor titled "Competition or changes in our relationships with our customers could reduce our revenues, reduce our premium yields and/or increase our losses." A possible future failure by MGIC to meet the State Capital Requirements or the PMIERs will not necessarily mean that MGIC lacks sufficient resources to pay claims on its insurance liabilities. You should read the rest of these risk factors for information about matters that could negatively affect MGIC's compliance with State Capital Requirements and its claims paying resources. We are susceptible to disruptions in the servicing of mortgage loans that we insure and we rely on third-party reporting for information regarding the mortgage loans we insure. We depend on reliable, consistent third-party servicing of the loans that we insure. An increase in delinquent loans may result in liquidity issues for servicers. When a mortgage loan that is collateral for a mortgage backed security ("MBS") becomes delinquent, the servicer is usually required to continue to pay principal and interest to the MBS investors, generally for four months, even though the servicer is not receiving payments from borrowers. This may cause liquidity issues, especially for non-bank servicers (who service approximately 47% of the loans underlying our insurance in force as of September 30, 2022) because they do not have the same sources of liquidity that bank servicers have. While there has been no disruption in our premium receipts through the end of September 2022, servicers who experience future liquidity issues may be less likely to advance premiums to us on policies covering delinquent loans or to remit premiums on policies covering loans that are not delinquent. Our policies generally allow us to cancel coverage on loans that are not delinquent if the premiums are not paid within a grace period. An increase in delinquent loans or a transfer of servicing resulting from liquidity issues, may increase the operational burden on servicers, cause a disruption in the servicing of delinquent loans and reduce servicers' abilities to undertake mitigation efforts that could help limit our losses. The information presented in this report and on our website with respect to the mortgage loans we insure is based on information reported to us by third parties, including the servicers and originators of the mortgage loans, and information presented may be subject to lapses or inaccuracies in reporting from such third parties. In many cases, we may not be aware that information reported to us is incorrect until such time as a claim is made against us under the relevant insurance policy. We do not consistently receive monthly policy status information from servicers for single premium policies, and may not be aware that the mortgage loans insured by such policies have been repaid. We periodically attempt to determine if coverage is still in force on such policies by asking the last servicer of record or through the periodic reconciliation of loan information with certain servicers. It may be possible that our reports continue to reflect, as active, policies on mortgage loans that have been repaid. Changes in interest rates, house prices or mortgage insurance cancellation requirements may change the length of time that our policies remain in force. The premium from a single premium policy is collected upfront and generally earned over the estimated life of the policy. In contrast, premiums from monthly and annual premium policies are received each month or year, as applicable, and earned each month over the life of the policy. In each year, most of our premiums earned are from insurance that has been written in prior years. As a result, the length of time insurance remains in force, which is generally measured by persistency (the percentage of our insurance remaining in force from one year prior), is a significant determinant of our revenues. A higher than expected persistency rate may decrease the profitability from single premium policies because they will remain in force longer and may increase the incidence of claims that was estimated when the policies were written. A low persistency rate on monthly and annual premium policies will reduce future premiums but may also reduce the incidence of claims, while a high persistency on those policies will increase future premiums but may increase the incidence of claims. Our persistency rate was 75.7% at September 30, 2022, 62.6% at December 31, 2021, and 60.5% at December 31, 2020. Since 2000, our year-end persistency ranged from a high of 84.7% at December 31, 2009 to a low of 47.1% at December 31, 2003. Our persistency rate is primarily affected by the level of current mortgage interest rates compared to the mortgage coupon rates on our insurance in force, which affects the vulnerability of the insurance in force to refinancing; and the current amount of equity that borrowers have in the homes underlying our insurance in force. The amount of equity affects persistency in the following ways: - Borrowers with significant equity may be able to refinance their loans without requiring mortgage insurance. - The Homeowners Protection Act ("HOPA") requires servicers to cancel mortgage insurance when a borrower's LTV ratio meets or is scheduled to meet certain levels, generally based on the original value of the home and subject to various conditions. - The GSEs' mortgage insurance cancellation guidelines apply more broadly than HOPA and also consider a home's current value. For example, borrowers may request cancellation of mortgage insurance based on the home's current value if certain LTV and seasoning requirements are met and the borrowers have an acceptable payment history. For loans seasoned between two and five years, the LTV ratio must be 75% or less, and for loans seasoned more than five years the LTV ratio must be 80% or less. For more information about the GSEs guidelines and business practices, and how they may change, see our risk factor titled "Changes in the business practices of the GSEs, federal legislation that changes their charters or a restructuring of the GSEs could reduce our revenues or increase our losses." Pandemics, hurricanes and other natural disasters may impact our incurred losses, the amount and timing of paid claims, our inventory of notices of default and our Minimum Required Assets under PMIERs. Pandemics and other natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, wildfires and floods, or other events related to changing climatic conditions, could trigger an economic downturn in the affected areas, or in areas with similar risks, which could result in a decline in our business and an increased claim rate on policies in those areas. Natural disasters, rising sea levels and/or fresh water shortages could lead to a decrease in home prices in the affected areas, or in areas with similar risks, which could result in an increase in claim severity on policies in those areas. In addition, the inability of a borrower to obtain hazard and/or flood insurance, or the increased cost of such insurance, could lead to an increase in delinquencies or a decrease in home prices in the affected areas. If we were to attempt to limit our new insurance written in affected areas, lenders may be unwilling to procure insurance from us anywhere. Pandemics and other natural disasters could also lead to increased reinsurance rates or reduced availability of reinsurance. This may cause us to retain more risk than we otherwise would retain and could negatively affect our compliance with the financial requirements of State Capital Requirements and the PMIERs. The PMIERs require us to maintain significantly more "Minimum Required Assets" for delinquent loans than for performing loans; however, the increase in Minimum Required Assets is not as great for certain delinquent loans in areas that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has declared major disaster areas and for certain loans whose borrowers have been affected by COVID-19. See our risk factor titled "We may not continue to meet the GSEs' private mortgage insurer eligibility requirements and our returns may decrease if we are required to maintain more capital in order to maintain our eligibility." In January 2021, the FHFA issued a Request for Input ("RFI") regarding Climate and Natural Disaster Risk Management at the Regulated Entities (i.e., the GSEs and the Federal Home Loan Banks). The FHFA has instructed the GSEs to designate climate change as a priority concern and actively consider its effects in their decision making. It is possible that efforts to manage this risk by the FHFA, GSEs (including through GSE guideline or mortgage insurance policy changes) or others could materially impact the volume and characteristics of our NIW (including its policy terms), home prices in certain areas and defaults by borrowers in certain areas. Risk Factors Relating to Our Business Generally The premiums we charge may not be adequate to compensate us for our liabilities for losses and as a result any inadequacy could materially affect our financial condition and results of operations. When we set our premiums at policy issuance, we have expectations regarding likely performance of the insured risks over the long term. Generally, we cannot cancel mortgage insurance coverage or adjust renewal premiums during the life of a policy. As a result, higher than anticipated claims generally cannot be offset by premium increases on policies in force or mitigated by our non-renewal or cancellation of insurance coverage. Our premiums are subject to approval by state regulatory agencies, which can delay or limit our ability to increase premiums on future policies. In addition, our customized rate plans may delay our ability to increase premiums on future policies covered by such plans. The premiums we charge, the investment income we earn and the amount of reinsurance we carry may not be adequate to compensate us for the risks and costs associated with the insurance coverage provided to customers. An increase in the number or size of claims, compared to what we anticipated when we set the premiums, could adversely affect our results of operations or financial condition. Our premium rates are also based in part on the amount of capital we are required to hold against the insured risk. If the amount of capital we are required to hold increases from the amount we were required to hold when we set the premiums, our returns may be lower than we assumed. For a discussion of the amount of capital we are required to hold, see our risk factor titled "We may not continue to meet the GSEs' private mortgage insurer eligibility requirements and our returns may decrease if we are required to maintain more capital in order to maintain our eligibility." Competition or changes in our relationships with our customers could reduce our revenues, reduce our premium yields and / or increase our losses. The private mortgage insurance industry is highly competitive and is expected to remain so. We believe we currently compete with other private mortgage insurers based on premium rates, underwriting requirements, financial strength (including based on credit or financial strength ratings), customer relationships, name recognition, reputation, strength of management teams and field organizations, the ancillary products and services provided to lenders, and the effective use of technology and innovation in the delivery and servicing of our mortgage insurance products. Our relationships with our customers, which may affect the amount of our NIW, could be adversely affected by a variety of factors, including if our premium rates are higher than those of our competitors, our underwriting requirements are more restrictive than those of our competitors, or our customers are dissatisfied with our claims-paying practices (including insurance policy rescissions and claim curtailments). In recent years, the industry has materially reduced its use of standard rate cards, which were fairly consistent among competitors, and correspondingly increased its use of (i) pricing systems that use a spectrum of filed rates to allow for formulaic, risk-based pricing based on multiple attributes that may be quickly adjusted within certain parameters, and (ii) customized rate plans, both of which typically have rates lower than the standard rate card. Our increased use of reinsurance over the past several years, and the improved credit profile and reduced loss expectations associated with loans insured after 2008, have helped to mitigate the negative effect of declining premium rates on our expected returns. However, refer to our risk factor titled "Reinsurance may not always be available or its cost may increase" for a discussion of the risks associated with the availability of reinsurance, and our risk factors titled "Downturns in the domestic economy or declines in home prices may result in more homeowners defaulting and our losses increasing, with a corresponding decrease in our returns," and "Pandemics, hurricanes and other natural disasters may impact our incurred losses, the amount and timing of paid claims, our inventory of notices of default and our Minimum Required Assets under PMIERs" for a discussion about risks associated with our NIW. The widespread use of risk-based pricing systems by the private mortgage insurance industry makes it more difficult to compare our rates to those offered by our competitors. We may not be aware of industry rate changes until we observe that our volume of NIW has changed. In addition, business under customized rate plans is awarded by certain customers for only limited periods of time. As a result, our NIW may fluctuate more than it had in the past. Regarding the concentration of our new business, our top ten customers accounted for approximately 32% and 37% in the twelve months ended September 30, 2022 and September 30, 2021, respectively. We monitor various competitive and economic factors while seeking to balance both profitability and market share considerations in developing our pricing strategies. Premium rates on NIW will change our premium yield (net premiums earned divided by the average insurance in force) over time as older insurance policies run off and new insurance policies with premium rates that are generally lower are written. Certain of our competitors have access to capital at a lower cost than we do (including, through off-shore intercompany reinsurance vehicles, which have tax advantages that may increase if U.S. corporate income taxes increase). As a result, they may be able to achieve higher after-tax rates of return on their NIW compared to us, which could allow them to leverage reduced premium rates to gain market share, and they may be better positioned to compete outside of traditional mortgage insurance, including by participating in alternative forms of credit enhancement pursued by the GSEs discussed in our risk factor titled "The amount of insurance we write could be adversely affected if lenders and investors select alternatives to private mortgage insurance." Although the current PMIERs of the GSEs do not require an insurer to maintain minimum financial strength ratings, our financial strength ratings can affect us in the ways set forth below. If we are unable to compete effectively in the current or any future markets as a result of the financial strength ratings assigned to our insurance subsidiaries, our future NIW could be negatively affected. - A downgrade in our financial strength ratings could result in increased scrutiny of our financial condition by the GSEs and/or our customers, potentially resulting in a decrease in the amount of our NIW. - Our ability to participate in the non-GSE residential mortgage-backed securities market (the size of which has been limited since 2008, but may grow in the future), could depend on our ability to maintain and improve our investment grade ratings for our insurance subsidiaries. We could be competitively disadvantaged with some market participants because the financial strength ratings of our insurance subsidiaries are lower than those of some competitors. MGIC's financial strength rating from A.M. Best is A- (with a stable outlook), from Moody's is A3 (with a stable outlook) and from Standard & Poor's is BBB+ (with a stable outlook). - Financial strength ratings may also play a greater role if the GSEs no longer operate in their current capacities, for example, due to legislative or regulatory action. In addition, although the PMIERs do not require minimum financial strength ratings, the GSEs consider financial strength ratings to be important when using forms of credit enhancement other than traditional mortgage insurance, as discussed in our risk factor titled "The amount of insurance we write could be adversely affected if lenders and investors select alternatives to private mortgage insurance." The final GSE capital framework provides more capital credit for transactions with higher rated counterparties, as well as those who are diversified. Although we are currently unaware of a direct impact on MGIC, this could potentially become a competitive disadvantage in the future. Standard & Poor's is considering changes to its rating methodologies for insurers, including mortgage insurers. It is uncertain what impact the changes will have, whether they will prompt similar moves at other rating agencies, or the extent to which they will impact how external parties evaluate the different rating levels. We are subject to the risk of legal proceedings. Before paying an insurance claim, generally we review the loan and servicing files to determine the appropriateness of the claim amount. When reviewing the files, we may determine that we have the right to rescind coverage or deny a claim on the loan (both referred to herein as "rescissions"). In addition, our insurance policies generally provide that we can reduce a claim if the servicer did not comply with its obligations under our insurance policy (such reduction referred to as a "curtailment"). In recent years, an immaterial percentage of claims received have been resolved by rescissions. In the first three quarters of 2022 and in 2021, curtailments reduced our average claim paid by approximately 7.7% and 3.9%, respectively. The COVID-19-related foreclosure moratoriums and forbearance plans decreased our claims paid activity beginning in the second quarter of 2020. It is difficult to predict the level of curtailments once foreclosure activity returns to a more typical level. Our loss reserving methodology incorporates our estimates of future rescissions, curtailments, and reversals of rescissions and curtailments. A variance between ultimate actual rescission, curtailment and reversal rates and our estimates, as a result of the outcome of litigation, settlements or other factors, could materially affect our losses. When the insured disputes our right to rescind coverage or curtail claims, we generally engage in discussions in an attempt to settle the dispute. If we are unable to reach a settlement, the outcome of a dispute ultimately may be determined by legal proceedings. Under ASC 450-20, until a loss associated with settlement discussions or legal proceedings becomes probable and can be reasonably estimated, we consider our claim payment or rescission resolved for financial reporting purposes and do not accrue an estimated loss. When we determine that a loss is probable and can be reasonably estimated, we record our best estimate of our probable loss. In those cases, until settlement negotiations or legal proceedings are concluded (including the receipt of any necessary GSE approvals), it is possible that we will record an additional loss. We have been named as a third-party defendant in a lawsuit that involves refunds of mortgage insurance premiums under the Homeowners Protection Act. We are monitoring litigation addressing similar issues in which we have not been named a defendant. We are unable to assess the potential impact of any such litigation at this time. In addition, from time to time, we are involved in other disputes and legal proceedings in the ordinary course of business. In our opinion, based on the facts known at this time, the ultimate resolution of these ordinary course disputes and legal proceedings will not have a material adverse effect on our financial position or results of operations. If our risk management programs are not effective in identifying, or adequate in controlling or mitigating, the risks we face, or if the models used in our businesses are inaccurate, it could have a material adverse impact on our business, results of operations and financial condition. Our enterprise risk management program, described in "Business - Our Products and Services - Risk Management" in Item 1 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, may not be effective in identifying, or adequate in controlling or mitigating, the risks we face in our business. We employ proprietary and third party models to project returns, price products (including through our risk-based pricing system), determine the techniques used to underwrite insurance, estimate reserves, generate projections used to estimate future pre-tax income and to evaluate loss recognition testing, evaluate risk, determine internal capital requirements, perform stress testing, and for other uses. These models rely on estimates and projections that are inherently uncertain and may not operate as intended, especially under less-frequent circumstances such as those surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war, and high levels of inflation, or with respect to emerging risks, such as changing climatic conditions. In addition, from time to time we seek to improve certain models, and the conversion process may result in material changes to certain assumptions, which could impact our expectations about future returns and financial results. The models we employ are complex, which increases our risk of error in their design, implementation or use. Also, the associated input data, assumptions and calculations may not be correct or accurate, and the controls we have in place to mitigate that risk may not be effective in all cases. The risks related to our models may increase when we change assumptions and/or methodologies, or when we add or change modeling platforms. We have enhanced, and we intend to continue to enhance, our modeling capabilities. Moreover, we may use information we receive through enhancements to refine or otherwise change existing assumptions and/or methodologies. We rely on our management team and our business could be harmed if we are unable to retain qualified personnel or successfully develop and/or recruit their replacements. Our success depends, in part, on the skills, working relationships and continued services of our management team and other key personnel. The unexpected departure of key personnel could adversely affect the conduct of our business. In such event, we would be required to obtain other personnel to manage and operate our business. In addition, we will be required to replace the knowledge and expertise of our aging workforce as our workers retire. In either case, there can be no assurance that we would be able to develop or recruit suitable replacements for the departing individuals; that replacements could be hired, if necessary, on terms that are favorable to us; or that we can successfully transition such replacements in a timely manner. We currently have not entered into any employment agreements with our officers or key personnel. Volatility or lack of performance in our stock price may affect our ability to retain our key personnel or attract replacements should key personnel depart. Without a properly skilled and experienced workforce, our costs, including productivity costs and costs to replace employees may increase, and this could negatively impact our earnings. At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company transitioned to a virtual workforce model with certain essential activities supported by limited staff in controlled office environments. We are currently operating under a hybrid model, with most employees working in the office for a portion of time. While the employees are in our office, they may be exposed to health risks, which may expose us to potential liability. We have established an interim succession plan for each of our key executives, should an executive be unable to perform his or her duties. The mix of business we write affects our Minimum Required Assets under the PMIERs, our premium yields and the likelihood of losses occurring. The Minimum Required Assets under the PMIERs are, in part, a function of the direct risk-in-force and the risk profile of the loans we insure, considering LTV ratio, credit score, vintage, Home Affordable Refinance Program ("HARP") status and delinquency status; and whether the loans were insured under lender-paid mortgage insurance policies or other policies that are not subject to automatic termination consistent with the Homeowners Protection Act requirements for borrower-paid mortgage insurance. Therefore, if our direct risk-in-force increases through increases in NIW, or if our mix of business changes to include loans with higher LTV ratios or lower FICO scores, for example, all other things equal, we will be required to hold more Available Assets in order to maintain GSE eligibility. The percentage of our NIW from all single premium policies was 4.4% in the first three quarters of 2022 and 7.4% in full year 2021, and has ranged from 4.4% in 2022 to 19.0% in 2017. Depending on the actual life of a single premium policy and its premium rate relative to that of a monthly premium policy, a single premium policy may generate more or less premium than a monthly premium policy over its life. As discussed in our risk factor titled "Reinsurance may not always be available or its cost may increase," we have in place various QSR transactions. Although the transactions reduce our premiums, they have a lesser impact on our overall results, as losses ceded under the transactions reduce our losses incurred and the ceding commissions we receive reduce our underwriting expenses. The effect of the QSR transactions on the various components of pre-tax income will vary from period to period, depending on the level of ceded losses incurred. We also have in place various XOL reinsurance transactions under which we cede premiums. Under the XOL reinsurance transactions, for the respective reinsurance coverage periods, we retain the first layer of aggregate losses and the reinsurers provide second layer coverage up to the outstanding reinsurance coverage amount. In addition to the effect of reinsurance on our premiums, we expect a decline in our premium yield because an increasing percentage of our insurance in force is from recent book years whose premium rates had been trending lower. Our ability to rescind insurance coverage became more limited for new insurance written beginning in mid-2012, and it became further limited for new insurance written under our revised master policy that became effective March 1, 2020. These limitations may result in higher losses paid than would be the case under our previous master policies. In addition, our rescission rights temporarily have become more limited due to accommodations we made in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic. We waived our rescission rights in certain circumstances where the failure to make payments was associated with a COVID-19 pandemic-related forbearance. From time to time, in response to market conditions, we change the types of loans that we insure. We also may change our underwriting guidelines, including by agreeing with certain approval recommendations from a GSE automated underwriting system. We also make exceptions to our underwriting requirements on a loan-by-loan basis and for certain customer programs. Our underwriting requirements are available on our website at http://www.mgic.com/underwriting/index.html. Even when home prices are stable or rising, mortgages with certain characteristics have higher probabilities of claims. As of September 30, 2022, mortgages with these characteristics in our primary risk in force included mortgages with LTV ratios greater than 95% (15.1%), mortgages with borrowers having FICO scores below 680 (7.2%), including those with borrowers having FICO scores of 620-679 (6.3%), mortgages with limited underwriting, including limited borrower documentation (0.8%), and mortgages with borrowers having DTI ratios greater than 45% (or where no ratio is available) (15.2%), each attribute as determined at the time of loan origination. Loans with more than one of these attributes accounted for 4.4% of our primary risk in force as of September 30, 2022, and 3.4% of our NIW in the first three quarters of 2022 and less than one percent of our NIW in the first three quarters of 2021. When home prices increase, interest rates increase and/or the percentage of our NIW from purchase transactions increases, our NIW on mortgages with higher LTV ratios and higher DTI ratios may increase. Our NIW on mortgages with LTV ratios greater than 95% increased from 11% in the first three quarters of 2021 to 13% in the first three quarters of 2022 and our NIW on mortgages with DTI ratios greater than 45% increased from 13% in the first three quarters of 2021 to 21% in the first three quarters of 2022. From time to time, we change the processes we use to underwrite loans. For example: we rely on information provided to us by lenders that was obtained from certain of the GSEs' automated appraisal and income verification tools, which may produce results that differ from the results that would have been determined using different methods; we accept GSE appraisal waivers for certain refinance loans, the numbers of which have increased significantly beginning in 2020; and we accept GSE appraisal flexibilities that allow property valuations in certain transactions to be based on appraisals that do not involve an onsite or interior inspection of the property. Our acceptance of automated GSE appraisal and income verification tools, GSE appraisal waivers and GSE appraisal flexibilities may affect our pricing and risk assessment. We also continue to further automate our underwriting processes and it is possible that our automated processes result in our insuring loans that we would not otherwise have insured under our prior processes. Approximately 72% of our first three quarters 2022 and 72% of our 2021 NIW was originated under delegated underwriting programs pursuant to which the loan originators had authority on our behalf to underwrite the loans for our mortgage insurance. For loans originated through a delegated underwriting program, we depend on the originators' compliance with our guidelines and rely on the originators' representations that the loans being insured satisfy the underwriting guidelines, eligibility criteria and other requirements. While we have established systems and processes to monitor whether certain aspects of our underwriting guidelines were being followed by the originators, such systems may not ensure that the guidelines were being strictly followed at the time the loans were originated. The widespread use of risk-based pricing systems by the private mortgage insurance industry (discussed in our risk factor titled "Competition or changes in our relationships with our customers could reduce our revenues, reduce our premium yields and / or increase our losses") makes it more difficult to compare our premium rates to those offered by our competitors. We may not be aware of industry rate changes until we observe that our mix of new insurance written has changed and our mix may fluctuate more as a result. If state or federal regulations or statutes are changed in ways that ease mortgage lending standards and/or requirements, or if lenders seek ways to replace business in times of lower mortgage originations, it is possible that more mortgage loans could be originated with higher risk characteristics than are currently being originated, such as loans with lower FICO scores and higher DTI ratios. The focus of the new FHFA leadership on increasing homeownership opportunities for borrowers is likely to have this effect. Lenders could pressure mortgage insurers to insure such loans, which are expected to experience higher claim rates. Although we attempt to incorporate these higher expected claim rates into our underwriting and pricing models, there can be no assurance that the premiums earned and the associated investment income will be adequate to compensate for actual losses paid even under our current underwriting requirements. Our holding company debt obligations materially exceed our holding company cash and investments. At September 30, 2022, we had approximately $352 million in cash and investments at our holding company and our holding company's long-term debt obligations were $672 million in aggregate principal amount. Annual debt service on the long-term debt obligations outstanding as of September 30, 2022, is approximately $36 million. The long-term debt obligations are owed by our holding company, MGIC Investment Corporation, and not its subsidiaries. The payment of dividends from our insurance subsidiaries (primarily MGIC) which, other than investment income and raising capital in the public markets, is the principal source of our holding company cash inflow. Although MGIC holds assets in excess of its minimum statutory capital requirements and its PMIERs financial requirements, the ability of MGIC to pay dividends is restricted by insurance regulation. In general, dividends in excess of prescribed limits are deemed "extraordinary" and may not be paid if disapproved by the OCI. The level of ordinary dividends that may be paid without OCI approval is determined on an annual basis and it is $122 million in 2022, before considering dividends paid in the previous twelve months. A dividend is extraordinary when the proposed dividend amount plus dividends paid in the last twelve months from the dividend payment date exceed the ordinary dividend level. In the nine months ended September 30, 2022, MGIC paid $400 million in dividends of cash and investments to the holding company. Future dividend payments from MGIC to the holding company will be determined in consultation with the board of directors, and after considering any updated estimates about our business. Repurchases of our common stock may be made from time to time on the open market (including through 10b5-1 plans) or through privately negotiated transactions. In the three quarters of 2022, we repurchased approximately 21.7 million shares, using approximately $306 million of holding company resources. As of September 30, 2022, we had $194 million of authorization remaining to repurchase our common stock through the end of 2023 under a share repurchase program approved by our Board of Directors in October 2021. If any capital contributions to our subsidiaries are required, such contributions would decrease our holding company cash and investments. Your ownership in our company may be diluted by additional capital that we raise. As noted above under our risk factor titled "We may not continue to meet the GSEs' private mortgage insurer eligibility requirements and our returns may decrease if we are required to maintain more capital in order to maintain our eligibility," although we are currently in compliance with the requirements of the PMIERs, there can be no assurance that we would not seek to issue additional debt capital or to raise additional equity or equity-linked capital to manage our capital position under the PMIERs or for other purposes. Any future issuance of equity securities may dilute your ownership interest in our company. In addition, the market price of our common stock could decline as a result of sales of a large number of shares or similar securities in the market or the perception that such sales could occur. The price of our common stock may fluctuate significantly, which may make it difficult for holders to resell common stock when they want or at a price they find attractive. The market price for our common stock may fluctuate significantly. In addition to the risk factors described herein, the following factors may have an adverse impact on the market price for our common stock: changes in general conditions in the economy, the mortgage insurance industry or the financial markets; announcements by us or our competitors of acquisitions or strategic initiatives; our actual or anticipated quarterly and annual operating results; changes in expectations of future financial performance (including incurred losses on our insurance in force); changes in estimates of securities analysts or rating agencies; actual or anticipated changes in our share repurchase program or dividends; changes in operating performance or market valuation of companies in the mortgage insurance industry; the addition or departure of key personnel; changes in tax law; and adverse press or news announcements affecting us or the industry. In addition, ownership by certain types of investors may affect the market price and trading volume of our common stock. For example, ownership in our common stock by investors such as index funds and exchange-traded funds can affect the stock's price when those investors must purchase or sell our common stock because the investors have experienced significant cash inflows or outflows, the index to which our common stock belongs has been rebalanced, or our common stock is added to and/or removed from an index (due to changes in our market capitalization, for example). We could be adversely affected if personal information on consumers that we maintain is improperly disclosed, our information technology systems are damaged or their operations are interrupted, or our automated processes do not operate as expected. As part of our business, we maintain large amounts of personal information of consumers, including on our servers and those of cloud computing services. Federal and state laws designed to promote the protection of such information require businesses that collect or maintain consumer information to adopt information security programs, and to notify individuals, and in some jurisdictions, regulatory authorities, of security breaches involving personally identifiable information. We are increasingly reliant on the efficient and uninterrupted operation of complex information technology systems. All information technology systems are potentially vulnerable to damage or interruption from a variety of sources, including by third-party cyber attacks, including those involving ransomware. The Company discovers vulnerabilities and experiences malicious attacks and other attempts to gain unauthorized access to its systems on a regular basis. Globally, attacks are expected to continue accelerating in both frequency and sophistication with increasing use by actors of tools and techniques that will hinder the Company's ability to identify, investigate and recover from incidents. Such attacks may also increase as a result of retaliation by Russia in response to actions taken by the U.S. and other countries in connection with Russia's military invasion of Ukraine. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company transitioned to a primarily virtual workforce model and will likely continue to operate under a hybrid model in the future. Virtual and hybrid workforce models may be more vulnerable to security breaches. While we have information security policies and systems in place to secure our information technology systems and to prevent unauthorized access to or disclosure of sensitive information, there can be no assurance with respect to our systems and those of our third-party vendors that unauthorized access to the systems or disclosure of the sensitive information, either through the actions of third parties or employees, will not occur. Due to our reliance on information technology systems, including ours and those of our customers and third-party service providers, and to the sensitivity of the information that we maintain, unauthorized access to the systems or disclosure of the information could adversely affect our reputation, severely disrupt our operations, result in a loss of business and expose us to material claims for damages and may require that we provide free credit monitoring services to individuals affected by a security breach. Should we experience an unauthorized disclosure of information or a cyber attack, including those involving ransomware, some of the costs we incur may not be recoverable through insurance, or legal or other processes, and this may have a material adverse effect on our results of operations. We are in the process of upgrading certain information systems, and transforming and automating certain business processes, and we continue to enhance our risk-based pricing system and our system for evaluating risk. Certain information systems have been in place for a number of years and it has become increasingly difficult to support their operation. The implementation of technological and business process improvements, as well as their integration with customer and third-party systems when applicable, is complex, expensive and time consuming. If we fail to timely and successfully implement and integrate the new technology systems, if the third party providers to which we are becoming increasingly reliant do not perform as expected, if our legacy systems fail to operate as required, or if the upgraded systems and/or transformed and automated business processes do not operate as expected, it could have a material adverse impact on our business, business prospects and results of operations. Our success depends, in part, on our ability to manage risks in our investment portfolio. Our investment portfolio is an important source of revenue and is our primary source of claims paying resources. Although our investment portfolio consists mostly of highly-rated fixed income investments, our investment portfolio is affected by general economic conditions and tax policy, which may adversely affect the markets for credit and interest-rate-sensitive securities, including the extent and timing of investor participation in these markets, the level and volatility of interest rates and credit spreads and, consequently, the value of our fixed income securities. Prevailing market rates have increased for various reasons, including inflationary pressures, which has reduced the fair value of our investment portfolio. The value of our investment portfolio may also be adversely affected by ratings downgrades, increased bankruptcies, and credit spreads widening. In addition, the collectability and valuation of our municipal bond portfolio may be adversely affected by budget deficits, and declining tax bases and revenues experienced by state and local municipalities. Our investment portfolio also includes commercial mortgage-backed securities, collateralized loan obligations, and asset-backed securities, which could be adversely affected by declines in real estate valuations, increases in unemployment geopolitical risks and/or financial market disruption, including a heightened collection risk on the underlying loans. As a result of these matters, we may not achieve our investment objectives and a reduction in the market value of our investments could have an adverse effect on our liquidity, financial condition and results of operations. For the significant portion of our investment portfolio that is held by MGIC, to receive full capital credit under insurance regulatory requirements and under the PMIERs, we generally are limited to investing in investment grade fixed income securities whose yields reflect their lower credit risk profile. Our investment income depends upon the size of the portfolio and its reinvestment at prevailing interest rates. A prolonged period of low investment yields would have an adverse impact on our investment income as would a decrease in the size of the portfolio. We structure our investment portfolio to satisfy our expected liabilities, including claim payments in our mortgage insurance business. If we underestimate our liabilities or improperly structure our investments to meet these liabilities, we could have unexpected losses resulting from the forced liquidation of fixed income investments before their maturity, which could adversely affect our results of operations. The Company may be adversely impacted by the transition from LIBOR as a reference rate. The United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority, which regulates LIBOR, announced that after 2021 it would no longer publish one-week and two-month tenor USD LIBOR and that after June 30, 2023, it would no longer publish all other USD LIBOR tenors. Efforts are underway to identify and transition to a set of alternative reference rates. The set of alternative rates includes the Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR"), which the Federal Reserve Bank of New York began publishing in 2018. Because SOFR is calculated based on different criteria than LIBOR, SOFR and LIBOR may diverge. While it is not currently possible to determine precisely whether, or to what extent, the replacement of LIBOR would affect us, the implementation of alternative benchmark rates to LIBOR may have an adverse effect on our business, results of operations or financial condition. We have three primary types of transactions that involve financial instruments referencing LIBOR. First, as of September 30, 2022, approximately 6% of the fair value of our investment portfolio consisted of securities referencing LIBOR. Second, as of September 30, 2022, approximately $0.4 billion of our risk in force was on adjustable rate mortgages whose interest is referenced to one-month USD LIBOR. A change in reference rate associated with these loans may affect their principal balance, which may affect our risk-in-force and the amount of Minimum Required Assets we are required to maintain under PMIERs. A change in reference rate may also affect the amount of principal and/or accrued interest we are required to pay in the event of a claim payment. Third, the premiums under most of our 2018-2021 excess-of-loss reinsurance agreements executed through insurance linked noted transactions are determined, in part, by the difference between interest payable on the reinsurers' notes which reference one-month USD LIBOR and earnings from a pool of securities receiving interest that may reference LIBOR (in the first three quarters of 2022, our total premiums on such transactions were approximately $28.0 million). View original content: SOURCE MGIC Investment Corporation	2022-11-02T21:33:41+00:00	witn.com	https://www.witn.com/prnewswire/2022/11/02/mgic-investment-corporation-reports-third-quarter-2022-results/
STOCKHOLM (AP) — The U.S. is sending Ukraine about $325 million in additional military aid, including an enormous amount of artillery rounds and ammunition as the launch of the spring offensive against Russian forces approaches, the Pentagon said Wednesday. The U.S. has declined to say exactly how much munitions will be sent to Ukraine, but the latest package resembles other recent deliveries, which included rockets for the High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, or HIMARS, and howitzers, as well as an array of other missiles and anti-tank ammunition. It will all be pulled from Pentagon stocks, so it can go quickly to the front lines. A Ukrainian official warned on Monday that it is only a matter of time before his country is militarily prepared to begin its counteroffensive. Oleksiy Danilov, the secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council, told The Associated Press in an interview in Kyiv that the offensive against Russian troops will start when Ukraine’s troops are ready. And he said deliveries of armored vehicles and ammunition are key to the launch. The recent leak of classified information included a number of documents detailing the timeline for weapon deliveries to Ukraine and previously unreleased assessments about how quickly the Ukrainian military could run out of critical air-defense munitions. They included projections that missile stocks could be exhausted as soon as late this month or May, which would provide greater opportunities for devastating Russian air and artillery strikes. Danilov echoed other Ukrainian leaders who said they didn’t see the leak as gravely damaging future offensives, stressing that Ukraine doesn’t share highly sensitive information with anyone. The announcement of the new U.S. aid comes before Friday’s meeting in Germany of defense and military leaders from more than 50 countries to discuss and plan for future Ukraine security assistance. The Ukraine Contact Group was formed about a year ago by U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to better coordinate the military aid, weapons and training for Ukraine. Austin and Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, will both attend the meeting. The new U.S. aid package includes demolition munitions to clear routes, more than 9 million rounds of small arms ammunition, four logistics support vehicles, spare parts, and equipment for harbor security and maintenance and repair. Officials have said the weapons and other equipment will help as Ukraine prepares to shift from what has been a long and bloody winter stalemate, focused on heavy fighting in Ukraine’s east, particularly around the town of Bakhmut in the Donetsk province. While the fighting has been brutal, not much territory has changed hands. Moscow controls about half of Donetsk, and capturing Bakhmut would be a stepping stone to seizing the remaining half. This is the 36th package of Pentagon stocks to go to Ukraine since the war began in February 2022, and it brings the total U.S. military aid to nearly $36 billion. ___ Follow the AP’s coverage of the war at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine	2023-04-20T08:00:43+00:00	kxnet.com	https://www.kxnet.com/news/politics/ap-politics/us-sending-325-million-in-more-military-aid-to-ukraine/
Newly Renamed UPTIQ Reflects business' Laser Focus on Connecting Wealth Managers and Their Clients with the Right Lending Products for Wealth Preservation DALLAS, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cion Digital today announces its new name – UPTIQ. The name change follows the company's expansion to lending solutions in the wealth management industry. The company wanted its name to represent what it is and the offering it brings to financial services – a secure digital-first platform connecting advisors to the products needed for holistic wealth management. Katie Robinson, Chief Marketing Officer at UPTIQ, comments, "As our business model evolves, we want our name to reflect who we are and what we do. UPTIQ reflects the results we expect our solutions to bring to advisors and their clients – the upward movement we want for all our stakeholders. We want to inspire and establish our trustworthiness as a partner to financial advisors." The UPTIQ Financial Intelligence Platform allows wealth advisors to protect and grow their AUM by offering loans to finance purchases, liquidity and working capital. The innovative solution uses data analytics and artificial intelligence to match clients to loan products based on their needs, preferences and objectives. Lenders, including Credibility Capital, Bank 34 and Celtic Bank have signed onto the UPTIQ Financial Intelligence Platform to make their products available to wealth advisors and their clients. "Liquidating investments costs five to seven times more than financing, accounting for lost earnings and capital gains taxes," explains Snehal Fulzele, Founder and CEO of UPTIQ. "With the UPTIQ Financial Intelligence Platform, wealth advisors can collaborate with lenders and their clients throughout the loan origination process and feel confident they've identified the best loan product to meet their clients' needs. Our new name reflects the value we offer to all stakeholders." In addition to financing solutions, they will also offer wealth managers access to deposits, alternatives, and insurance, enabling them to convert their advice into actionable plans. Today, clients expect holistic service from their financial advisors, from planning through execution and reporting. UPTIQ offers the wealth products needed to exceed client expectations and build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships. About UPTIQ UPTIQ connects wealth advisors and their clients to a comprehensive set of financial services products, making holistic wealth management a reality. We help advisors protect their AUM, grow their clients wealth and generate additional income. The UPTIQ Financial Intelligence Platform turns investment experts into financial superheroes using data analytics and artificial intelligence to carefully match, curate and fulfill the best financing solutions for their clients, putting decades of financial expertise at their fingertips. For more information visit us at www.uptiq.ai. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE UPTIQ	2023-02-02T14:43:43+00:00	wlbt.com	https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2023/02/02/cion-digital-announces-new-name-uptiq/
India’s endangered tiger population is rebounding in triumph for conservationists By Jessie Yeung, CNN Tigers once roamed across Asia, their numbers as high as 100,000 at the start of the 20th century, before the species plummeted to the brink of extinction. By 2006, their population in India — home to the majority of the world’s remaining wild tigers — hit a record low of just 1,411 individuals. But decades of conservation efforts appear to have finally paid off. India’s tigers have more than doubled since then, reaching 3,167 last year, according to the latest tiger census released Sunday. That’s about 70% of the world’s wild tiger population, which stands at around 4,500, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The resurgence of Indian tigers represents a triumph for conservationists, and a ray of hope for other countries struggling to boost wildlife numbers. The report was released alongside celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of Project Tiger, the government’s conservation program launched in 1973. “We have thousands of years of history related to tigers … The tiger is considered our brother in many tribes,” said Prime Minister Narendra Modi in an address on Sunday. “A better future for humanity is only possible when our environments are protected and our biodiversity continues to expand.” Modi also visited two tiger reserves on Sunday, with photos showing the leader decked in a safari hat and camouflage clothing. Tigers in decline Tiger numbers began falling steeply in the 1940s as human populations boomed. Agricultural expansion, deforestation, and infrastructure have fragmented tiger habitats, according to the WWF — particularly devastating given tigers are solitary animals who require large territories to roam and hunt. Today, tigers exist on just 7% of the land they used to occupy, according to the WWF. This dwindling space has meant a rise in human-tiger conflict, with multiple incidents in the past few decades of tigers attacking humans and entering villages in search of food. And they’re not alone — India’s endangered elephants, too, frequently wander into farmlands and devour crops. Though environmental degradation is a problem facing countries worldwide, India’s exploding population poses a unique challenge. In 1971, the country had 547 million people; it now has 1.4 billion, and is set to overtake China to become the world’s most populous country this year. Unregulated poaching in the 1980s further accelerated the decline in tiger numbers. Tigers were hunted for sport, status and consumption, with their bone and other parts often used in traditional Chinese medicine. India officially banned tiger hunting in 1972, but it remains a major threat, with illegal poaching blamed for the complete extinction of tigers within an Indian reserve in 2005. Success story Efforts to reverse the trend has seen India develop 53 tiger reserves covering nearly 75,800 square kilometers (about 7.5 million hectares), up from just nine reserves at the start of Project Tiger. Authorities have relocated and paid entire villages to make space for tigers, and created wildlife corridors to link their fragmented habitats. The government has also invested in technology like drones, camera traps and software systems to keep track of tiger populations, movements and behaviors. There are plenty of challenges ahead, the WWF cautioned. The worsening climate crisis spells trouble for vulnerable habitats. Many tiger reserves and protected areas are “small islands in a vast sea of ecologically unsustainable land use,” with human activity encroaching on tiger environments. And illegal poaching continues despite strict laws. Still, the return of the tiger population is encouraging — and India is beginning to share its conservation practices with other countries with declining tiger numbers. In recent years, Delhi has signed bilateral agreements and launched initiatives including conservation workshops with Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia, Bangladesh and Bhutan. And, as Modi pointed out in his Sunday address, similar successes are being seen with other species; India welcomed its first newborn cheetahs in March more than 70 years after the big cats were declared officially extinct in the country. The cubs were born to two rehabilitated cheetahs brought from Namibia to India, as part of a government plan to re-home 50 individuals over the next five years. The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2023 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved.	2023-04-10T12:30:38+00:00	krdo.com	https://krdo.com/money/cnn-business-consumer/2023/04/10/indias-endangered-tiger-population-is-rebounding-in-triumph-for-conservationists/
Payment guarantee solution aims to increase order approval rates, eliminate chargeback risks and provide a frictionless shopping experience SINGAPORE, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vesta, a leading global transaction guarantee platform for online purchases, today announced its partnership with Blibli, a pioneer in Indonesian omnichannel commerce and lifestyle ecosystems, to increase approval rates through its proven payment guarantee product. Using advanced machine learning techniques, AI and global consortium data, Vesta is protecting all of Blibli's card-not-present (CNP) transactions through full decisioning and transaction guarantee services, eliminating the risk of chargebacks. This will allow Blibli to deliver a more secure and frictionless shopping experience to their loyal customers, while opening categories that were previously considered too risky. "Vesta is aligned with Blibli's vision to be the most trusted omnichannel commerce and lifestyle platform," said Emilia Susanti, SVP of Strategic Operations for Blibli, adding, "Payment security is key to increasing our customers' trust in transacting on our platform, leading to more growth and stickiness." Based on the study by Frost & Sullivan and Euromonitor, eCommerce in Indonesia is projected to reach US$150 billion by 2025. As one of the leading and most trusted omnichannel commerce and lifestyle platforms in Indonesia, Blibli recorded approximately IDR32.4 trillion (equivalent to US$2.2 billion) of Total Processing Value (TPV) in 2021. Blibli provides over 30 million carefully curated products coming from more than 280,000 trusted merchant business partners. Additionally, Blibli can also accept various payment from more than 20 issuing bank partners in Indonesia and more than 30,000 issuing banks worldwide, and Fintechs. As an ecommerce platform that focuses on customer, service, and quality, Blibli delights more than 31 million members across Indonesia. "We're thrilled to help ecommerce giants like Blibli positively impact their customer experience and trust with zero-risk decisioning in real time," said Vesta GM APAC, Shabab Muhaddes. "In APAC, digital merchants are rejecting too many good customer transactions due to the fear of fraud, and Vesta solves that pain point with our real-time decision platform and our Payment Guarantee solution." About PT Global Digital Niaga Tbk (Blibli) Established in 2011, PT Global Digital Niaga Tbk ("Blibli" or the "Company"; IDX: "BELI") is a pioneer and leading omnichannel commerce and lifestyle ecosystem in Indonesia, focusing on serving digitally connected retail and institutions consumers nationwide. Blibli provides an integrated and seamless online and offline consumer experience through its e-commerce platform and by operating physical stores for some leading brand partners. In addition, Blibli also manages to collaborate with more than 27,000 stores adopting Blibli Instore and Click & Collect, as well as supported by its fulfillment infrastructure, including developed nationwide warehouses and logistics networks and enhance the last-mile delivery service from its first-party logistics (1PL) – Blibli Express Services (BES), and numerous third-party logistics (3PL) partners. For more information, visit https://about.blibli.com/en. About Vesta Vesta is a global transaction guarantee company for online purchases, delivering unparalleled approval rates and a frictionless customer experience while eliminating chargebacks and other forms of digital fraud. Differentiated by its sophisticated data science and 25+ years of experience, Vesta brings a deep understanding of some of the world's most serious threats and challenging markets. Leading brands in ecommerce, travel, financial services, and telco rely on Vesta to provide accurate decisions and 100% guaranteed transaction and revenue protection in real time. For more information visit www.vesta.io. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Vesta Corporation	2023-01-23T17:44:02+00:00	witn.com	https://www.witn.com/prnewswire/2023/01/23/vesta-selected-by-leading-indonesian-ecommerce-giant-blibli-protect-transactions-boost-approval-rates/
You can find more from all of today’s “Life.Style.Live!” guests at the links below: Lori Taylor – The Produce Moms theproducemoms.com Mother’s Day Gift Ideas – Mom Hint – Sherri French MomHint.com Plant Power book – Dr. Ian Smith doctoriansmith.com Wicker Works of Brownsburg WickerWorksOfBrownsburg.com YMCA Healthy Kids YMCA.org/hkd Indiana Community Health Workers INCHWA.org	2022-04-28T16:31:46+00:00	wishtv.com	https://www.wishtv.com/lifestylelive/life-style-live-hot-links-april-28-2022/
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — After years of practice and competing in local competitions, 89-year-old Willow Valley Communities resident Rachel Williams is going for the table tennis gold and the national title at the 2023 National Senior Games in Pittsburgh, proving age is just a number. “I wanted to do something that was different,” Williams said Williams began playing table tennis in 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdowns. She purchased a ping pong ball shooting robot to help her improve her aim and coordination. She says the game was too fast-paced for her at first, however, she was determined to improve. “Who’s telling me I can’t do it, so I changed the conversation,” Williams said. Williams spent hours practicing and gradually learned the ins and outs of the game. She later began playing against other residents in the community. In 2021, she competed in Lancaster County’s Senior Games and placed second. In 2022, Williams returned and placed first. These local victories qualified her to participate at the national level. “It’s one of those things I’ve been picturing in my mind is how to play the game as graciously as I could and as well as I could,” Williams said. Williams hopes she can bring home the gold but says she’s leaving for Pittsburgh to have fun and enjoy the comradery of the games. “That would really be the epitome of excitement,” she told FOX43 News. However, table tennis isn’t the only activity Williams has picked up. She enjoys tap-dancing and outdoor activities that get her moving. She adheres to an exercise schedule that has helped her maintain an active lifestyle even in her senior years. Staff at Willow Valley hope a win could inspire other residents to take on something new. "She would come back and be that perfect example of what ‘live your life forward’ is like at Willow Valley,” said Stacy Musser, senior director for resident life and Wellness Valley. Williams is expected to compete at the games on Monday, July 15.	2023-07-14T18:24:50+00:00	11alive.com	https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/retirement-senior-competition-athlete-table-tennis-national/521-c77a2d56-6cc0-4e39-b284-6874d5da0c76
ST. LOUIS, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Birch Creek Energy, LLC ("Birch Creek"), a St. Louis based renewable energy company, today announced the launch of its independent power producer entity, Birch Creek Power, augmenting its development entity, Birch Creek Development. This move adds a significant component to the "develop to own" model that Birch Creek is employing in key markets, providing additional optionality for Birch Creek's 8 gigawatts (GW) of solar and storage development pipeline. Birch Creek Power Launch Birch Creek Power will focus on owning and operating renewable energy assets, building on Birch Creek's expertise in developing and financing utility-scale solar and storage projects. The launch of this new entity will allow the company to take a more active role in the renewable energy market, enhancing the platform through participating directly as a long term sponsor and renewable energy operator. Key Hires In support of its continued growth plans, Birch Creek is also announcing today the appointment of Bill DuFour as Chief Legal Officer and Executive Vice President, and Louis Pollman as Vice President – Mergers and Acquisitions. Bill DuFour was previously the co-founder of DuFour Conapinski Ha LLP, a boutique law firm specializing in renewable energy transactions since 2015. Prior to co-founding DuFour Conapinski Ha LLP, DuFour was a member of Foley & Lardner's internationally-ranked Energy Industry Team and previously worked at the U.S. Department of Energy in the Office of General Counsel. Bill has been counsel to the successful development of over 15 GW of solar projects in the past 13 years. He has extensive experience in negotiating a number of acquisitions and sales of renewables projects, as well as representing a variety of companies in PPA, EPC, procurement and other project development-related matters. Louis Pollman was previously Senior Director, Capital Markets with Strata Solar, and prior was in various structured finance roles with GCL, Brite Energy and Verengo Solar. Pollman's role at Birch Creek will be focused on project acquisitions and divestitures, along with assisting in the capital market strategy. "Adding IPP capabilities to our platform is a natural evolution of our business," said Dan Siegel, CEO of Birch Creek. "Over the last year we have built a significant pipeline in key markets, and have worked tirelessly to develop an independent development machine capable of yielding high quality and high value solar projects. In the process, we've brought on key team members with extensive experience in developing projects and building portfolios. The additions of Bill DuFour and Louis Pollman are incredible examples of industry veterans joining our dynamic platform," Siegel said. Team Growth With the addition of DuFour and Pollman, the team at Birch Creek has grown to 23 renewable energy professionals across 6 states. Birch Creek recently opened its headquarters location in St. Louis, Missouri, adding a local presence to key markets in MISO and PJM territories. Birch Creek, a St. Louis based utility scale solar development platform formed in 2019, develops, finances and owns utility scale solar and storage projects in the United States. Since its inception, Birch Creek has developed 36 utility-scale solar projects, totaling 872 megawatts (MW), and has a portfolio of over 8 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale solar and storage projects in various stages of development across MISO, PJM, ERCOT and the Southeast. Birch Creek Company Highlights - Birch Creek Energy ("Birch Creek") is a utility-scale solar and storage developer, financier and independent power producer with over 8 GW of active solar and storage development pipeline across MISO, PJM, Texas, and the U.S. Southeast - Since inception, Birch has developed 36 utility scale solar projects, totaling 872 MW. - Birch Creek has is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, with 23 employees across 6 states View original content: SOURCE Birch Creek Energy	2023-03-08T21:46:33+00:00	uppermichiganssource.com	https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/prnewswire/2023/03/08/birch-creek-energy-launches-independent-power-producer-entity-adds-key-hires-support-growth-plans/
NEENAH, Wis., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alta Resources Corp. is proud to announce it has acquired BRM, a Colombia-based full service BPO solutions provider. This strategic acquisition enables Alta to expand its capabilities throughout all of South America by delivering customer related outsourcing solutions. Founded in 2005, BRM is a leading provider of customer experience solutions and digital marketing services headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia and serving the South American market. BRM's senior leadership, including its founders, Juan Pablo Serrano and Pilar Jaramillo, will remain with the company and provide important continuity of leadership and continued success. "This is an organization that has a culture that aligns with ours and a proven track record of prioritizing employee engagement, excellence in serving clients, and innovative service and solutions," said Jim Beré, Alta Resources' Chairman and CEO. "Alta Resources is led by our Guiding Principles. It's who and what we are and most importantly, it's what we do. Great companies partner with Alta Resources because we deliver defined results, and do so with passion, focus and a sense of urgency," Jim added. "I know that our two organizations are going to be an excellent fit. By joining forces, we will offer an expanded geographic footprint, 8,000+ associates, as well as enriched technology and capabilities. Our vision is to be a global leader and this South American coverage is an important step on that journey!" Alta Resources is headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin with additional locations in Brea, California; Fort Myers, Florida; Pasig City, Philippines and Belize City, Belize now with additional global locations supporting all of South America. Formed in 1995, privately-held Alta Resources is a leading provider of customer-management business-process outsourcing for many of the world's best-known brands in a variety of industries, including retail, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare, entertainment, automotive and sports apparel. With its comprehensive service lines – care, sales, e-commerce, back office and fulfillment – clients can seamlessly integrate their core customer processes through a single partner. Alta Resources helps clients improve and better manage their customer experiences across every touch point, ultimately delivering results that provide sales growth and cost savings. To learn more about the two companies, visit AltaResources.com or brm.com.co View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Alta Resources Corp.	2022-11-03T21:04:47+00:00	wafb.com	https://www.wafb.com/prnewswire/2022/11/03/alta-resources-announces-acquisition-brm/
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US, Saudi Arabia call for warring sides in Sudan to extend ‘imperfect’ cease-fire CAIRO (AP) — The United States and Saudi Arabia called on warring sides in Sudan to extend a fragile cease-fire due to expire Monday, as weeks of fighting reached a stalemate in the capital and elsewhere in the African country. The Sudanese army and a rival paramilitary force, battling for control of Sudan since mid-April, had agreed last week to the weeklong truce, brokered by the U.S. and the Saudis. However, the cease-fire, like others before it, did not stop the fighting in the capital of Khartoum and elsewhere in the country. In a joint statement early Sunday, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia called for an extension of the current truce which expires at 9:45 p.m. local time Monday. “While imperfect, an extension nonetheless will facilitate the delivery of urgently needed humanitarian assistance to the Sudanese people,” the statement said. The statement also urged Sudan’s military government and the rival Rapid Support Forces to continue negotiations to reach an agreement on extending the cease-fire. The fighting broke out in mid-April between the military and the powerful RSF. Both military chief Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan and RSF leader Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo led the 2021 coup that removed the Western-backed government of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok. The conflict has killed hundreds of people, wounded thousands and pushed the country to near collapse. It has forced nearly 1.4 million people out of their homes to safer areas inside Sudan, or to neighboring nations, according to the U.N. migration agency. Residents reported renewed sporadic clashes Sunday in parts of the capital’s adjacent city, Omdurman, where the army’s aircraft were seen flying over the city. Fighting was also reported in al-Fasher, the provincial capital of North Darfur. In a separate statement, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia accused both the military and the RSF of violating the cease-fire, saying that such violations “significantly impeded delivery of humanitarian assistance and restoration of essential services.” The statement mentioned airstrikes by the military including one that reportedly killed at least two people Saturday in Khartoum. The RSF also continued to occupy civilian homes, private businesses, and public buildings, and loot some residences. “Both parties have told facilitators their goal is de-escalation to facilitate humanitarian assistance and essential repairs, yet both parties are posturing for further escalation,” the statement said. The conflict has come to a stalemate as neither side has been able to deliver a decisive blow to the other after six weeks of fighting. In the first two weeks of the war, army airstrikes targeted RSF camps in and outside the capital, crippling the paramilitary force’s bases. That forced the RSF to deploy in densely populated areas, where they seized people’s houses and other property, and are using them as cover against the military’s airstrikes. The detention of Dr. Alaa Eldin Awad Nogoud, a prominent surgeon and pro-democracy activist, in Omdurman caused an uproar in the country, with medical and rights groups in and outside of Sudan demanding his release. A group of armed men stormed Nogoud’s home Sunday and detained him, according to the Sudan Doctors’ Syndicate. He was taken to an unknown location, it said. The Forces of Freedom and Change, the pro-democracy coalition, said the armed men claimed they were members of the military and the intelligence service. It said Nogoud’s detention was part of a campaign targeting pro-democracy activists, and urged his immediate release. The development came after Nogoud told a television station last week that the military seized medical aid provided by the World Health Organization and stored it at a military hospital in Omdurman, according to local media. He said that doctors were denied access to the facility when they demanded a share in the aid to other hospitals. They were told that permission was needed first to get access, he said. A spokesman for the military declined to comment Sunday. The U.S.-Saudi statement came two days after Burhan demanded in a letter to the U.N. secretary-general that the U.N. envoy to his country be removed, The U.N. chief was “shocked” by the letter, a spokesman said. The envoy, Volker Perthes, has been a key mediator in Sudan, first during the country’s fitful attempts to transition to democracy and then during efforts to end the current fighting. Burhan’s letter came after Perthes accused the warring parties of disregarding the laws of war by attacking homes, shops, places of worship and water and electricity installations. In his briefing to the U.N. Security Council last week, Perthes blamed the leaders of the military and the RSF for the war, saying that they have chosen to “settle their unresolved conflict on the battlefield rather than at the table.”	2023-05-28T20:09:24+00:00	wishtv.com	https://www.wishtv.com/news/international/us-saudi-arabia-call-for-warring-sides-in-sudan-to-extend-imperfect-cease-fire/
On Wednesday morning, Erie County Court Judge Susan Eagan sentenced the man convicted of 10 murders for the May 14 massacre at Tops on Jefferson Avenue. Before she did, Eagan spoke for nine minutes, recounting the history of systemic racism in the United States and calling for all people to work to put an end to it. This is a transcript of her remarks. I would like to thank you all for being here, and to thank those of you who have shared your thoughts and feelings with the court either in writing or in open court here today. It is very meaningful to me and I believe that it's important for the defendant and the world to hear what you have to say. I am very sorry for your losses and pain that you feel. I would like to recognize the heroic officers of the Buffalo Police Department who without hesitation ran towards the danger of an active shooter call, swiftly and professionally stopping and containing the defendant and putting an end to his evil rampage. Thank you. People are also reading… I spent a lot of time thinking about this case. Our community, our nation, how we got here and where we go from here. It all comes down to character and having the strength to stand up for what is right. Our character is not defined by the good and easy times. It is defined by the hard and challenging times. And often our character is revealed not necessarily by what we say, but by what we do. I am both immensely proud of and grateful for the way Buffalo has rejected the evil and hate that was inflicted on our community. The character of good people throughout the city, county, state, nation and even internationally has shone through as they have stood with the victims of this heinous and cruel act. This indictment speaks to the 13 victims and their families that lost the most but they are not the only victims. There are thousands that have been traumatized directly and vicariously by this defendant's actions. We have seen the community turn out in support, and are seeing signs of much needed change in East Buffalo. It is a testament to the power of love and compassion to overcome evil and hate by turning pain into purpose. But it is just the beginning. We have a long way to go. This hateful act and other similar hateful acts across the country motivated by white supremacy and replacement theory are a reckoning for us as a nation. Support Local Journalism The ugly truth is that our nation was founded and built in part on white supremacy, starting with the treatment of Native Americans by the first European settlers to the cruel, inhumane economic engine nation building practice of slavery, to indentured servitude, to Jim Crow laws, to government policies creating segregated public housing with communities of color often placed in environmentally hazardous locations, to the manner in which expressways were built, dividing urban neighborhoods to create easy access to government-subsidized developments in the suburbs with restrictive covenants prohibiting the sale of suburban homes to African Americans, to redlining practices in communities of color further devaluing those neighborhoods, to the GI Bill, a well-deserved financial boon to our servicemen unless of course, you were a serviceman of color, to the war on drugs and mass incarceration disproportionately of men of color to the school-to-prison pipeline, to inequities in education, employment opportunities and compensation to the existence of food deserts and inadequacies in health care. Our history is replete with both individual and systemic discriminatory practices, many of them still firmly in place today. In fact, it is these very policies and practices that contributed to and made this atrocity possible. The effects of these policies, some current and others decades and centuries old, created the segregation in our city and enabled this defendant to research and identify this target to maximize the impact of his evil intent. All of these policies and systems either sponsored or tolerated by the government and implemented by individuals were designed to destroy the very fabric of family life, opportunities for success, the creation of generational wealth and even the mere existence of hope in communities of color. The harsh reality is that white supremacy has been an insidious cancer on our society and nation since its inception. And it undermines the notions of a meritocracy in the land of opportunity that we hold so dear. However, white supremacy is not inevitable, or unstoppable. It has been carefully cultivated and nurtured by individuals and the government for centuries. This is the history that we have all inherited. It has been passed down from generation to generation. We must acknowledge that history, see that history for what it is, recognize it and learn from it, or we are doomed to repeat it. Let ours be the generation to put a stop to it. We can do better. We must do better. Our own humanity requires it. As an individual, we must call out injustice in our daily lives when we see it. We must reject racism in all of its forms. We must be conscious of the power of our words and actions and the impact they have on those around us, both intended and unintended. We must demand better of our public servants in their efforts to address inequity and we must embrace government policies aimed at creating and fostering diversity, equity and inclusion. We must make the outpouring of support, love and compassion that followed this heinous act an everyday practice. We are stronger together. These are hard and challenging times. Our characters are being tested. The future of our nation is at stake. Are we up to the challenge? I believe that we are. In the words of poet laureate Amanda Gorman, “There is always light. If only we are brave enough to see it. If only we are brave enough to be it.” Mr. Gendron, please stand. There is no place for you or your ignorant, hateful, and evil ideologies in a civilized society. There can be no mercy for you, no understanding, no second chances. The damage you have caused is too great, and the people you have hurt are too valuable to this community. You will never see the light of day as a free man ever again.	2023-02-17T17:28:38+00:00	buffalonews.com	https://buffalonews.com/news/local/we-must-reject-racism-in-all-of-its-forms-judge-susan-eagans-words-before-sentencing/article_196976da-ae39-11ed-8f66-7331f4e3abb3.html
Coroner identifies woman killed in Moncks Corner mobile home fire MONCKS CORNER, S.C. (WCSC) - The Berkeley County Coroner’s Office says a Moncks Corner woman died Monday morning in a house fire. Holly Ann Curtis, 58, died Monday at 5:55 a.m. at the scene of a mobile home fire on Highway 52, Chief Deputy Coroner Darnell Hartwell said. Firefighters said they responded to the home at approximately 4:20 a.m. and learned one of the three residents was believed to be trapped inside the home. The other two people who lived there were not present at the time of the fire, East Berkeley Fire District Chief Perry Pickering said. One firefighter was slightly injured while fighting the fire and was treated for burns, he said. The State Law Enforcement Division is investigating the fire. Copyright 2022 WCSC. All rights reserved.	2022-05-04T19:12:26+00:00	live5news.com	https://www.live5news.com/2022/05/04/coroner-identifies-woman-killed-moncks-corner-mobile-home-fire/
NEW YORK, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Yext, Inc. ("Yext" or the "Company") (NYSE: YEXT) of a class action securities lawsuit. CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Yext investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between March 4, 2021 and March 8, 2022. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team: YEXT investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500. CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (i) Yext's revenue and earnings were significantly deteriorating because of, among other things, poor sales execution and performance, as well as COVID-19 related disruptions; (ii) accordingly, Yext was unlikely to meet consensus estimates for its full year fiscal 2022 financial results and fiscal 2023 outlook; and (iii) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times. WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Yext during the relevant time frame, you have until August 16, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff. NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate. WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States. CONTACT: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Joseph E. Levi, Esq. Ed Korsinsky, Esq. 55 Broadway, 10th Floor New York, NY 10006 jlevi@levikorsinsky.com Tel: (212) 363-7500 Fax: (212) 363-7171 www.zlk.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Levi & Korsinsky, LLP	2022-07-07T10:48:50+00:00	kcrg.com	https://www.kcrg.com/prnewswire/2022/07/07/yext-lawsuit-alert-levi-amp-korsinsky-notifies-yext-inc-investors-class-action-lawsuit-upcoming-deadline/
A bipartisan pair of senators reintroduced a bill Wednesday that would prohibit any U.S. president from withdrawing from NATO without Senate approval or an act of Congress. “NATO serves as an essential military alliance that protects shared national interests and enhances America’s international presence,” said Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) in a statement released as NATO leaders, including President Biden, meet in Europe. “Any decision to leave the alliance should be rigorously debated and considered by the U.S. Congress with the input of the American people.” Rubio reintroduced the bill alongside Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.); the two serve together on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and are longtime advocates of the alliance. The bill has been reintroduced in multiple sessions of Congress, including when concerns rose over former President Trump’s reported threats to withdraw from the alliance. The bill’s reintroduction comes on the last day of a NATO summit in Lithuania, where conversations regarding Ukraine joining the group have been a hot topic. “[Russian President Vladimir] Putin’s brutal war in Ukraine and Finland’s accession and Sweden’s pending accession into NATO all underscore the same thing: NATO is stronger than ever,” Kaine said. “I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan bill to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to NATO and ensure any U.S. president can’t unilaterally decide to leave the alliance without congressional approval.” If the president tries to leave NATO without Senate approval or an act of Congress, the bill would prohibit funding to do so and allow congressional legal counsel to challenge any administration’s attempt in court. The bill has eight Democratic co-sponsors.	2023-07-12T17:16:04+00:00	wwlp.com	https://www.wwlp.com/hill-politics/senators-reintroduce-bill-to-prevent-u-s-president-from-leaving-nato/
There was no one watching Kyle Larson dominate the NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway having more fun than his wife, Katelyn, on Sunday night. Larson drove the No. 5 Chevrolet to Victory Lane as he topped Bubba Wallace and Tyler Reddick by more than 4.5 seconds. However, it was Katelyn who stole the show after her husband crossed the finish line. As he burned out his tires in the win, she chugged a Coors Light. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM It was Kyle Larson’s third win at an All-Star Race. Katelyn Larson’s viral beer-chugging celebration was among the topic of discussion in the documentary, "DIRT: The Last Great American Sport," according to Essentially Sports. She spoke about how the beer celebration became a thing after her husband wins a race. ROSS CHASTAIN'S AGGRESSIVE DRIVING DRAWS IRE OF NASCAR LEGEND: 'HE’S GOING TO MAKE A LOT OF ENEMIES' "I told Kyle, when you win a NASCAR race, I’m gonna shotgun a beer. Kyle won at Dover in 2019," she says. "They caught me on the boomerang camera shotgunning the beer in the corner. So it kind of took off from there. It’s a fun, playful, you know … tradition." Kyle Larson said in the show that the fans look forward to her the most. "The fans, I mean, they would cheer louder for her than me. Now every race that I go to, every dirt race especially, I have multiple fans coming with me like, ‘Where’s Katelyn? I’m gonna shotgun a beer with her later." The two married in 2018 and have three children together.	2023-05-22T14:41:24+00:00	foxbangor.com	https://www.foxbangor.com/sports/national-sports/katelyn-larson-chugs-beer-after-husbands-nascar-all-star-race-victory/article_044def90-360b-5ca8-a0c2-6389bb525dd7.html
LOS GATOS, Calif., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) has released its second-quarter 2022 financial results by posting them to its website. Please visit the Netflix investor relations website at http://ir.netflix.net to view the Q2'22 financial results and letter to shareholders. A video interview with Netflix co-CEO Reed Hastings, co-CEO & Chief Content Officer Ted Sarandos, Chief Financial Officer Spence Neumann, COO & Chief Product Officer Greg Peters and VP, IR & Corporate Development Spencer Wang will be available at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time at youtube.com/netflixir. The interview will be conducted by Doug Anmuth, JPMorgan. Questions that investors would like to see asked should be sent to douglas.anmuth@jpmorgan.com. About Netflix, Inc. Netflix is the world's leading streaming entertainment service with 222 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries and feature films across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Netflix, Inc.	2022-07-19T21:21:40+00:00	kcbd.com	https://www.kcbd.com/prnewswire/2022/07/19/netflix-releases-second-quarter-2022-financial-results/
A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week: CONFIDENCE SLIPPING The Conference Board delivers its latest index of U.S. consumer confidence Tuesday. Economists expect the reading fell in June to 97. That would be the lowest level since February 2021. A reading of 90 or better reflects a healthy economy. The index, which measures consumers’ assessment of current conditions and their outlook for the future, has mostly fallen this year as consumers grapple with the highest inflation in decades. Consumer confidence, by month: Jan. 111.1 Feb. 105.7 March 107.6 April 108.6 May 103.2 June 98.7 July (est.) 97.0 Source: FactSet THE FED SPEAKS The Federal Reserve delivers its latest interest rate policy update Wednesday following a two-day meeting of its policymakers. At its meeting last month, the central bank hiked its key short-term interest rate by triple the usual amount, its biggest increase since 1994. The Fed, which is expected to raise rates for a fourth time this year, hopes that higher rates will slow the economy enough to beat back the most punishing inflation in decades. The risk is that too-aggressive hikes could cause a recession. MIXED RESULTS? Wall Street expects that Amazon’s latest quarterly report card will show mixed results. Analysts predict the e-commerce giant’s earnings declined in the April-June quarter from a year earlier, even as revenue increased. In the first three months of the year, Amazon slid to a loss, despite surging revenue, as the company wrote down its investment in an electric-vehicle startup, and pandemic-induced online shopping slowed. Amazon serves up its second-quarter results Thursday.	2022-07-25T07:20:26+00:00	expressnews.com	https://www.expressnews.com/business/article/Consumer-confidence-Fed-policy-statement-Amazon-17326476.php
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Louisiana Lottery's "Easy 5" game were: 14-16-22-25-29 (fourteen, sixteen, twenty-two, twenty-five, twenty-nine) BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Louisiana Lottery's "Easy 5" game were: 14-16-22-25-29 (fourteen, sixteen, twenty-two, twenty-five, twenty-nine)	2022-12-25T05:25:06+00:00	ourmidland.com	https://www.ourmidland.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Easy-5-game-17676498.php
This year's crop of Oscar nominees for best original song may not have a James Bond theme or a ubiquitous Disney banger, but it's got range: a viral dance number, a pair of ballads by major pop stars, a welcome surprise and... yes, the obligatory Diane Warren track. NPR has been publishing these lists for a few years now — here's 2022, 2021, 2020 and 2019 — and it's been a while since a best-original-song field has been this easy to rank. The best are great, as they either feature prominently in the films or reflect directly on the themes therein. The worst either roll vacantly over the closing credits, are by Diane Warren, or both. The middle... eh, we'll get there. 5. "Applause," Tell It Like a Woman, performed by Sofia Carson (Diane Warren, songwriter) Now might be a good time to note a few of the original songs that could have received Oscar nominations in 2023. Remember Turning Red's amazing boy-band pastiches? "Nobody Like U," by last year's best original song winners Billie Eilish and Finneas, didn't even make the shortlist for the category this year. Same goes for "On My Way," a Jennifer Lopez pop ballad from Marry Me that was strong enough to make viewers think, "It is plausible that this fictional chart-topper could be a huge hit in real life." Jazmine Sullivan's "Stand Up" (from Till) was shortlisted, but not nominated, while the Will Ferrell/Ryan Reynolds musical number "Good Afternoon" (from Spirited, also shortlisted-but-not-nominated) would have given the Oscars telecast a welcome bit of bonkers energy, but... here we are. Diane Warren. Again. Some more. Somewhere along the way, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences went from having a Diane Warren fixation to a Diane Warren problem. It's one thing to nominate, say, 1997's "How Do I Live," which has more or less become a pop standard. But Warren's boilerplate movie songs have been nominated for eight of the past nine years, and the past six — all from consecutive years! — could have been written by ChatGPT if it had been fed enough Diane Warren songs beforehand. All six of those songs are basically the same: lightly rousing but deliberately paced vehicles dispensing affirmation, with titles like "Stand Up for Something," "I'll Fight" and "I'm Standing With You," heard by virtually no one in the world beyond the people who didn't feel like getting up to make themselves a snack on Oscar night. The Academy's members gave Warren an honorary award last fall, which makes a fair bit of sense, given that she's never been far from their minds. She received her first Oscar nomination all the way back in 1988, yet she's never won in 13 (soon to be 14) tries. That honorary award would be much more welcome if it meant that Oscar voters would stop feeling obligated to nominate her, particularly when the songs she's written are 1) generic to the point of self-parody; and 2) extremely obscure. This year's nominee is derived from a movie (Tell It Like a Woman) that not only isn't available for screening or streaming by the viewing public, but could also theoretically be entirely made up. Couldn't you imagine, say, 30 Rock's Jenna Maroney appearing in a movie called Tell It Like a Woman? Anyway, "Applause." Look, it's possible that Academy voters were deeply moved by the song's instructions to, you know, stand up and give yourself some respect and whatnot. But... come on. This song is nominated because Diane Warren's name is on it, and because Diane Warren is a veteran Hollywood songwriter — she lives there and works specifically in the movie industry — and not some pop star tossing out crumbs in the hope of getting an EGOT someday. The song genuinely does not matter, and that's true in more ways than one. So, there you go. Be sure to watch this space next year, when "Gonna Be You" makes 80 for Brady the Oscar nominee it was destined to be. 4. "Lift Me Up," Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, performed by Rihanna (Tems, Ludwig Göransson, Rihanna, Ryan Coogler, songwriters) Remember that line a few sentences ago about "some pop star tossing out crumbs in the hope of getting an EGOT someday"? Meet Rihanna's "Lift Me Up," a ballad that barely merited a shrug when it came out last fall, even though it was 1) from the dizzily anticipated blockbuster Black Panther: Wakanda Forever; and 2) the singer's first piece of new music in more than six years. Revisiting the song months later, that shrug persists: Rihanna lends it a clear, emotive, luminous vocal, and it's a more-or-less effective sonic bridge between Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and its bonus scene, but the song could have been dropped onto the closing credits of just about any movie without the words needing to change. Think about the emotional weight of the first Black Panther movie to appear following the death of Chadwick Boseman. Now take a peek at this song's lyric sheet: "Lift me up / Hold me down / Keep me close / Safe and sound." There's virtually nothing here beyond boilerplate requests for support, all the way down. Swap Rihanna's name for that of, say, Sofia Carson, and ask yourself: Would "Lift Me Up" have even made the shortlist in this category? 3. "Hold My Hand," Top Gun: Maverick, performed by Lady Gaga (Lady Gaga and BloodPop, songwriters) Top Gun: Maverick doesn't squander many opportunities to recapture the high-flying grandeur of its 1986 predecessor. But it falls a little short in the songs department, even with the passing nod to Kenny Loggins' "Danger Zone" that pops up in the film's opening moments. The original Top Gun was packed with hits — including "Danger Zone," Berlin's Oscar-winning "Take My Breath Away" and Loverboy's "Heaven in Your Eyes" — but Top Gun: Maverick largely skimps on the original songs, with just OneRepublic's forgettable "I Ain't Worried" and Lady Gaga's power ballad "Hold My Hand" to show for 36 years of buildup. Where the latter song doesn't skimp is in the sheer exertion of it all: Lady Gaga gives "Hold My Hand" every ounce of the fists-plunged-heavenward, writhing-atop-a-piano-on-a-lonely-airstrip grandeur it requires, and then some. Lyrically, it doesn't add up to a whole lot — "I know you're scared and your pain is imperfect / But don't you give up on yourself" — but damned if it doesn't pair effectively with images of planes whooshing ominously and rulebooks getting tossed into trash cans. This is Lady Gaga's third Oscar nomination in this category alone (she won for "Shallow" in 2019), so she knows her way around a movie moment. 2. "This Is a Life," Everything Everywhere All at Once, performed by Ryan Lott, David Byrne and Mitski (Ryan Lott, David Byrne and Mitski, songwriters) Just based on degree-of-difficulty alone, this one deserves a lofty ranking: Son Lux's Ryan Lott (also rightly nominated for best original score) helped synthesize the themes of Everything Everywhere All at Once — of which there are many — into a singular, graceful song that mirrors the film's grand, humanistic sweep. "This Is a Life" simply operates on another level from the other closing-credits fare on this list, in part because it fits alongside no movie but this one. It's a song about "many lives that could have been," about "the weight of eternity at the speed of light," and about the impossible knot of outcomes the film has spent two-plus hours endeavoring to untangle. It's also exquisitely performed. Lott uses the orchestra at his disposal sparingly, as it slides in at key moments alongside the ideal pairing of singers Mitski and David Byrne — two voices that know their way around the search for meaning and wonder. Each contributes mightily to the song's (and the film's) warm, openhearted embrace of a world defined by endless possibility. 1. "Naatu Naatu" RRR, performed by Kaala Bhairava and Rahul Sipligunj (M.M. Keeravaani and Chandrabose, songwriters) RRR is an absolute meal of a movie: Three hours of grand, epic spectacle, punctuated by brutal violence and none-too-subtle messaging that combines anti-colonialism with ultranationalism. You might love it, you might not, but let's see if we can't gather together in celebration of its greatest moment: A viral dance number called "Naatu Naatu," in which the film's impossibly telegenic stars (Ram Charan and N.T. Rama Rao Jr.) dance their hearts out while lip-syncing for their lives. Placing "Naatu Naatu" and "Applause" in the same field of nominees is like declaring that the humble, misunderstood blobfish is visually akin to Ram Charan because they're both living organisms. Every second of this thing is electric: a song-and-dance number for which watching qualifies as aerobic exercise, in part because dancing along is essentially involuntary. It's honestly a shame that the credits at the top of this ranking can only note performers and songwriters, because a healthy share of the credit also belongs to RRR's leads. Their commitment to the bit, and to Prem Rakshith's impeccably synchronized choreography, makes "Naatu Naatu" one of the season's biggest Oscar slam dunks. It should win, it almost certainly will win, and the fact that it's being performed on the telecast means we all win. Copyright 2023 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.	2023-03-06T12:32:27+00:00	mainepublic.org	https://www.mainepublic.org/npr-news/2023-03-06/the-2023-oscars-best-original-song-nominees-cruelly-ranked
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A University of Michigan student is one of the world’s foremost “speedcubers,” a person capable of quickly solving a Rubik’s Cube. He also is an accomplished violinist. Stanley Chapel says the two fields go hand in hand. Not only does Chapel say he has equal interest in both, but the 21-year-old says the violin has aided in his speedcubing success. “Repetition, breaking things down into their smallest fundamental elements, all of these different things that we use to improve at an instrument, and being able to take these into the world of cubing has certainly been a huge help to my progression,” said Chapel, a junior majoring in violin performance at the university’s school of music, theater and dance. Chapel, who grew up in Ann Arbor not far from the Michigan campus, solved his first 3×3 Rubik’s Cube as a 14-year-old. Five weeks later, Chapel entered his first competition, solving the cube in an average of 22 seconds. Fast-forward a year to 2017 in Paris, with Chapel placing fifth in both the 4×4 blindfolded and 5×5 blindfolded categories at the World Cube Association World Championship. At the 2019 world championship in Melbourne, Australia, the recent high school graduate won both events. Factoring in the time it takes for him to review the cube before placing the blindfold over his eyes, Chapel can solve one in around 17 seconds. “The deeper I go into the realm of cubing technique, the more I find interest in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible there,” he said. Chapel has certain inherent abilities: He is capable of remembering and applying thousands of algorithms to solve a Rubik’s Cube and performing one of Johann Sebastian Bach’s violin sonatas from memory. But he also spends hours upon hours honing his craft, including doing regular hand stretches that help Chapel avoid the kinds of aches and pains that come with the frequent and frenetic turning of the cube’s sides. Chapel says years of playing the violin also has contributed to him having “very, very fine motor control already built up.” Later this year, Chapel intends to defend his world titles in South Korea. Since the 2021 event was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Chapel is the reigning champion in both heading into the 2023 event in Seoul. Once he’s done with school, though, Chapel isn’t sure how speedcubing fits into his future plans. “I guess it’s cool to know that nobody is able to do this,” he said. “But, at the same time, giving myself a little bit of a reality check, it’s like, ‘How much does that actually matter?’” “It’s not going to pay the bills when I’m older,” Chapel said, laughing.	2023-01-28T00:54:36+00:00	nwahomepage.com	https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/national/watch-world-champion-says-rubiks-cube-and-violin-go-hand-in-hand/
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It’s a fine weekend to see new art around Denver, topped by a definitive two-venue salute to the work of Floyd D. Tunson, split between the RedLine Center for Contemporary Art and the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities. But on other planes, ILA Gallery leaves street art behind for exhibitions by Alto Gallery’s Raymundo Muñoz and up-and-coming Brooklyn star Alexis Myre, Peter Yumi spins another Fruitlandia fable at Pirate, and a new long-term immersive journey debuts at Spectra Art Space. You never know what you’re gonna get on Friday night, but it looks like this week’s gettings are good. Heather Butler, A Constellation of Happiness Understudy, 890 C 14th Street Through June 26 Reflect on the reflections that rule Heather Butler’s installation at Understudy, which opened last weekend for a run through June. Central to the piece are mobile sculptures, hand-decorated with original art and mirrors. As they move, the mirrors reflect stickers adhered to the gallery walls, the faces of viewers in the room and kaleidoscopic video projections. As in life itself, nothing stands still and everything changes. Visit the exhibition Thursdays through Sundays, noon to 6 p.m., daily through June 26. Butler will be there in person on closing day. Floyd D. Tunson: Ascent Anthony Garcia Sr: Pigment Lola Montejo: After Another After Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada June 9 through August 28 Opening Reception: Thursday, June 9, 6-9 p.m. RSVP for reception and timed entry viewing required in advance Floyd D. Tunson, Ascent The Black Power Tarot RedLine Contemporary Art Center, 2350 Arapahoe Street June 10 through July 3 Opening Reception: Friday, June 10, 6 to 9 p.m. There’s a reason that veteran painter Floyd Tunson — a son of Denver’s Five Points neighborhood who now lives and teaches in the Colorado Springs area — has been so present in galleries and museums lately. He began expressing social justice statements through art long before questionable police shootings of Black men and women widely raised the public conversation on systemic racism in the U.S., inspiring work that’s right in tune in the present, under the watch of the Black Lives Matter movement. His skillful portfolio of paintings, mixed media, sculptures and installations makes forthright declarations on a human level. Ascent, a massive fifty-year survey of Tunson’s work, unfolds this weekend in two spaces — the Arvada Center’s main gallery and RedLine — co-curated by Daisy McGowan of the UCCS Galleries of Contemporary Art, Collin Parson at the Arvada Center, and Tunson’s longtime agent, Wylene Carol. It joins Endangered: A Celebration of the FAC at Colorado College acquisition of "Hearts & Minds," which opened at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College in May, for a well-deserved and unforgettable Front Range blitz. At the Arvada Center, Tunson’s exhibition is part of a trio of solos by Colorado artists, along with community activist Anthony Garcia Sr., and Spanish-born abstract painter Lola Montejo. And at RedLine, Tunson’s work is joined by the sideshow The Black Power Tarot, comprising 22 blown-up images printed on fabric imagined by Canada’s King Khan and designed by artist Michael Eaton under the mentorship of the filmmaker and tarot enthusiast Alejandro Jodorowsky. Khan based the deck on notable Black individuals from real life and curated a playlist of tunes to go with each image; the tracks will accompany the exhibition. Doug Spencer, New Ecology Meow Wolf Galleri Gallery, 1338 First Street Thursday, June 9, through August 31 Opening Reception: Thursday, June 9, 6 to 10 p.m. Reserve Meow Wolf tickets in advance, $30 to $49, timed to attend the reception Denver artist Doug Spencer champions fumage, a medium with surrealist roots that uses smoke to mark a clear surface. But in more recent works, he adds colored gradients with an airbrush to give his ghostly imagery more visual life. For his Galleri Gallery exhibition, Spencer has gone larger, more colorful and more dramatic, imagining a time when new natural directions salvage the earth in the face of ecological disaster, and the smoke of present-day wildfires might vanish. You do need to buy a ticket to attend the opening or view the show, so plan on sticking around to experience some more Meow Wolf magic. Sandy Skoglund: Outtakes Rule Gallery, 808 Santa Fe Drive Friday, June 10, through July 23 Opening Reception: Friday, June 10, 6 to 8 p.m. Echoing Sandy Skoglund’s inclusion in the current photography show Modern Women/Modern Vision at the Denver Art Museum, Rule Gallery has pulled out a selection of photographs and sculptural artifacts — such as a cast polyester resin goldfish — made in conjunction with Skoglund’s installations. Recently, Skoglund revisited her archive of photo negatives, finding new-to-the-public images that were once passed over; Rule is showing them off for the first time. Peter Yumi, Synth World Is Real Tricia Vitrano, A Matter of Calculation Pirate: Contemporary Art, 7130 West 16th Avenue, Lakewood Friday, June 10, through June 26 Opening Reception: Friday, June 10, 6 to 9 p.m. Pirate Performance Series: Electronic music with BE (Chris Barker, Brenda Stumpf and Peter Yumi), Saturday, June 18, 7 p.m. Peter Yumi has been inventing and reinventing the imaginary culture of "Fruitlandia" for a few years now, resulting in themed exhibitions based on pseudo-history, the power of symbols and human folly. The latest, Synth World Is Real, reflects Yumi’s own interest in making electronic music, drinking Squirt soda and orgies (whether by direct participation or just as a concept, we don’t know). Whatever the case, Yumi’s openings are always a blast — there will be gallons of Squirt to imbibe, and Yumi will be synth-jamming with music partner Chris Barker and vocalist Brenda Stumpf on June 18. Also showing: Pirate member Tricia Vitrano and guest artist B. Erin Cole of Little Brain Comics. Raymundo Muñoz, Art Seen Alexis Myre, The Night Is Now Half-Gone ILA Gallery, 209 Kalamath Street, Suite 12 Friday, June 10, through July 3 Opening Reception: Friday, June 10, 6 to 10 p.m. ILA fetes local artist and linocut master Raymundo Muñoz, a familiar face at Alto Gallery and a member of the Birdseed Collective, and Alexis Myre, a local now based in Brooklyn, for a pair of solos with different outcomes. Muñoz’s show focuses on the artist’s relationship with the art scene over ten years, remembering its rising and falling stars as a larger constellation unique to Denver. Myre works in a variety of mediums, creating wall pieces and sculpture from felted, hand-sewn, found and/or tautly strung thread elements, some with mathematical formatting and others finding harmony in organic shapes or a mix of the two. Zoid Ham, Zoid Room: The Black Dreamscape The Storeroom, 1700 Vine Street Art Opening Party: Friday, June 10, 6 to 9 p.m., RSVP required in advance For his new installation in the Storeroom window, Black artist Zoid Ham has, as the title implies, built upon a dream from The Black Dreamscape, but it’s perhaps an Afrofuturist dream beset by history. Ham will host a private opening on Friday, June 10, with gift bags; a reading from Ham’s book of poetry, 2111: Poems and Dreams From the Afro-Future; and a variety of artf orms, including paintings, prints, sculpture and wearable art. You'll need to RSVP to get on the list. Nicole Grosjean, Fanciful Fossils Friday, June 10, through July 6 Opening Reception: Friday, June 10, 4 to 7 p.m. The fossils made by Nicole Grosjean of Paper Fauna are sheer and light as a feather, made of paper instead of rock and bone. Some are drawn and others embossed into thick 3-D molded forms on handmade paper, and all are beautiful. Plus, many are not necessarily fossils of this world, and some unworldly creatures find their way into Grosjean’s jewelry line. On the Other Hand: Poets and the Practice of Drawing Georgia, 952 Mariposa Street (enter through the alley) Friday, June 10, through July 11 Opening Reception and Readings With Michael Joseph Walsh and Jeffrey Pethybridge: Friday, June 10, 6 to 9 p.m. Book Celebration for Kelly Krumrie with HR Hegnauer: Friday, June 24, 6 to 9 p.m. Closing Reception and Book Celebration for Hillary Leftwich with Serena Chopra: Friday, July 8, 6 to 9 p.m. All readings start at 7 p.m. We love the idea of pairing poets and drawing, both of which can be random products of the subconscious mind, in this show that also marks the reopening of Georgia, the well-curated gallery in Sommer Browning’s garage, after a long break. It’s also the perfect vehicle to showcase local poets and their new book releases through readings, Several introductions are scheduled throughout the run, beginning with a double reading by Michael Joseph Walsh and Jeffrey Pethybridge at the opening. Georgia is otherwise open for viewing on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. VIP Opening Night: Novo Ita: The Festival of Spirit Spectra Art Space, 1842 South Broadway Friday, June 10, 6 to 10 p.m. Regular Run: Saturday, June 11, through September 30, daily except Tuesdays, 11 a.m. (closing times vary) Opening Night Admission: $55 to $68 Regular Admission: $12 to $35 Spectra will premier Novo Ita: The Festival of Spirit, the latest in a string of Novo Ita immersive experiences created at the gallery, with a VIP opening on Friday, June 10. The new continuation — using art and augmented reality created by a large team of Spectra artists — offers a spectacular opening night package in two tiers with free sound baths, oracle card readings, live music and DJs, food and drink, and a re-entry pass for later in the run — in addition to first-look bragging rights. After that, the ticket price goes down, but so will the crowd, during the adventure’s run through September. Patient Practice: An Exhibition of Works by Rick Stoner Created Through and Visualizing Recovery Firehouse Art Center, 667 Fourth Avenue, Longmont Friday, June 10, through July 10 Opening Reception: Friday, June 10, 6 to 9 p.m. Representational artist Rick Stoner, with a long-lived career and reputation, was downed last year by a spinal infection, with resulting hospitalization, surgeries and rehab putting his work on hold. Post-recovery, Stoner is introducing a new body of work at the Firehouse that’s been fed by the experience, tracing visuals and experiences from his recovery period and debuting new abstract sculptures, representing a deviation from past work. Also on view: Artist in residence Jono Wright in the South Gallery. 75th Annual Gilpin Arts Juried Show Diamond Jubilee Washington Hall, 117 Eureka Street, Central City Saturday, June 11, through August 20 Opening Reception/Awards Ceremony: Saturday, June 11, 6 p.m. You don’t often have a chance to celebrate an elite national annual juried show’s Diamond Jubilee, but just like the NBA, the Gilpin Arts Juried Show hits its 75th anniversary in 2022. The show opens to the public June 11 with a party, awards ceremony and first public look at the show. Interested in having your event appear in this calendar? Send the details to [email protected].	2022-06-09T01:16:14+00:00	westword.com	https://www.westword.com/arts/art-attack-the-best-new-shows-this-weekend-in-denver-14270451
NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moore Kuehn, PLLC, a law firm focusing in securities litigation located on Wall Street in downtown New York City, is investigating potential claims concerning whether the following proposed mergers are fair to shareholders. Moore Kuehn may seek increased consideration, additional disclosures, or other relief on behalf of the shareholders of these companies: - Golden Matrix Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMGI) Golden Matrix Group has agreed to merge with MeridianBet Group. Under the proposed transaction, Golden Matrix will issue approximately 65.3 million common shares of GMGI to MeridianBet stockholders. - CinCorPharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: CINC) CinCor Pharma has agreed to merge with Shell USA. Under the proposed transaction, CinCor shareholders will receive $26.00 in cash plus a contingent value right of $10.00 per share. - Albireo (NASDAQ: ALBO) Albireo has agreed to merge with Ipsen. Under the proposed transaction, Albireo shareholders will receive $42.00 in cash plus a contingent value right of $10.00 per share. - Paya Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PAYA) Paya Holdings has agreed to merge with Nuvei Corporation. Under the proposed transaction, Paya shareholders will receive $9.75 per share in cash. Moore Kuehn is investigating whether the Boards of the above companies 1) acted to maximize shareholder value, 2) failed to disclose material information, and 3) conducted a fair process. Moore Kuehn encourages shareholders who would like to discuss their rights to contact Justin Kuehn, Esq. by email at jkuehn@moorekuehn.com. The consultation and case are free with no obligation to you. Moore Kuehn pays all case costs and does not charge its investor clients. Shareholders should contact the firm immediately as there may be limited time to enforce your rights. Moore Kuehn is a 5-star Google client-rated New York City law firm with attorneys representing investors and consumers in litigation involving securities laws, fraud, breaches of fiduciary duties, and other claims. For additional information about Moore Kuehn, please visit http://www.moorekuehn.com/practice/new-york-securities-litigation/. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Contacts: Moore Kuehn, PLLC Justin Kuehn, Esq. 30 Wall Street, 8th Floor New York, New York 10005 jkuehn@moorekuehn.com (212) 709-8245 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Moore Kuehn, PLLC	2023-01-23T05:12:24+00:00	witn.com	https://www.witn.com/prnewswire/2023/01/23/moore-kuehn-encourages-gmgi-cinc-albo-paya-investors-contact-law-firm/
Ty France Player Prop Bets: Mariners vs. Angels - June 9 Published: Jun. 9, 2023 at 5:29 AM MDT\|Updated: 1 hour ago The Seattle Mariners, including Ty France (.326 batting average in his past 10 games), take on starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Friday at 9:38 PM ET. In his last game, he went 1-for-4 with a double against the Padres. Ty France Game Info & Props vs. the Angels - Game Day: Friday, June 9, 2023 - Game Time: 9:38 PM ET - Stadium: Angel Stadium of Anaheim - Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo! - Angels Starter: Shohei Ohtani - TV Channel: Apple TV+ - Hits Prop: Over/under 0.5 hits (Over odds: -189) - Home Runs Prop: Over/under 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +700) - RBI Prop: Over/under 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +200) - Runs Prop: Over/under 0.5 runs (Over odds: +180) Looking to place a prop bet on Ty France? Check out what's available at BetMGM and use bonus code "GNPLAY" when you sign up with this link! Read More About This Game Ty France At The Plate - France leads Seattle in slugging percentage (.417) thanks to 24 extra-base hits. - Among qualifying hitters in MLB play, he ranks 48th in batting average, 64th in on-base percentage, and 93rd in slugging. - France is batting .381 during his last games and is on a four-game hitting streak. - In 41 of 60 games this year (68.3%) France has had a hit, and in 18 of those games he had more than one (30.0%). - In 6.7% of his games this season, he has gone deep, and 1.9% of his trips to the plate. - France has picked up an RBI in 20 games this season (33.3%), with more than one RBI in six of those contests (10.0%). - He has scored at least once 28 times this year (46.7%), including six games with multiple runs (10.0%). Ready to play FanDuel Daily Fantasy? Get in the game using our link. Ty France Home/Away Batting Splits Angels Pitching Rankings - The Angels pitching staff is 13th in the league with a collective 8.8 strikeouts per nine innings. - The Angels' 4.24 team ERA ranks 17th among all league pitching staffs. - The Angels rank 14th in baseball in home runs given up (67 total, one per game). - Ohtani (5-2) gets the starting nod for the Angels in his eighth start of the season. He has a 3.30 ERA in 71 2/3 innings pitched, with 96 strikeouts. - The righty last appeared in relief on Saturday, when he tossed six innings against the Houston Astros, allowing five earned runs while giving up nine hits. - Among pitchers who qualify in MLB play this season, the 28-year-old ranks 24th in ERA (3.30), 12th in WHIP (1.014), and third in K/9 (12.2). © 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved.	2023-06-09T12:41:23+00:00	kmvt.com	https://www.kmvt.com/sports/betting/2023/06/09/ty-france-mlb-player-prop-bets/
SUGAR GROVE, Ill. (AP) — British Open champion Cameron Smith made his decision to leave the PGA Tour for LIV Golf pay off Sunday when he closed with a 3-under 69 for a three-shot victory in the LIV Golf Invitational-Chicago. Smith was only briefly threatened in the third and final round. One of the key moments was a 10-foot par putt on the 13th hole, and neither Dustin Johnson nor Peter Uihlein could do enough to catch him. Smith won $4 million from the $20 million purse for individual play. “I think I had to prove to myself and other people that I’m still a great player, I’m still out here to win golf tournaments,” Smith said. “I didn’t have my best stuff, but I stuck tough and made some putts.” Johnson (70) and Uihlein (69) each made birdie on the par-5 18th hole at Rich Harvest Farms and tied for second, each earning $1,812,500. Johnson’s birdie enabled his team to win for the fourth straight time, which was worth an additional $750,000 for Johnson, Talor Gooch, Patrick Reed and Pat Perez. In the five events Johnson has played, he now has made just over $12.5 million. Uihlein’s team — Brooks Koepka is the captain — finished second, which was worth $375,00 for each team member. With the runner-up finish as an individual and team, Uihlein picked up nearly $2.2 million on Sunday. Smith let his short game do most of the damage. He made enough birdies on the front nine to stay in front, and hit a flop shop to a foot on the par-5 11th for another birdie. Uihlein made birdie on the 13th and looked as though he might be able to trim the deficit to one shot until Smith made his clutch par. Smith left no doubt at the end, hitting his approach over the water to 4 feet on the 17th to take a three-shot lead to the par-5 finish, and then holing an 18-foot birdie putt that gave his team a tie for third with Phil Mickelson’s team. Mickelson had his best round since joining Saudi-funded LIV Golf with a 66 and tied for eighth, his first top-10 finish in five events. Johnson is the only player from the 48-man field to have finished in the top 10 at every LIV Golf event. He was coming off a playoff victory two weeks ago outside Boston. Smith was No. 2 in the world when the 29-year-old Australian signed up with LIV Golf after the PGA Tour season ended, the highest-ranked player to join. Johnson remains one of the most significant players to sign up, a two-time major champion who was No. 1 in the world longer than any player since Tiger Woods. “He’s probably the one who you look at it feeling he’s going to be at the top of the leaderboard every week,” Smith said. “I hope he thinks the same of me, and hopefully, we can keep it going.” Sergio Garcia, criticized last week for withdrawing from the BMW PGA Championship after one round and showing up on the sideline of the Alabama-Texas football game, had a 67 and tied for fourth with Joaquin Niemann (68). The next LIV Golf event is in three weeks in Bangkok. The series does not return to America until the final team event at Trump Doral near Miami the last weekend in October. ___ More AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports	2022-09-19T04:30:41+00:00	wearegreenbay.com	https://www.wearegreenbay.com/sports/ap-sports/ap-cameron-smith-wins-liv-golf-in-2nd-start-with-rival-league/
WFO EL PASO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, December 19, 2022 _____ FREEZING FOG ADVISORY URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM 852 AM MST Mon Dec 19 2022 ...FREEZING FOG ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM MST THIS MORNING... The freezing fog has started to burn off, therefore the advisory will be allowed to expire. Some patchy areas of dense fog could last until 10 AM, so continue to use caution when travelling, especially around Alamogordo and southern Dona Ana county. _____ Copyright 2022 AccuWeather	2022-12-19T16:51:30+00:00	ourmidland.com	https://www.ourmidland.com/weather/article/TX-WFO-EL-PASO-Warnings-Watches-and-Advisories-17664152.php
SANTA ANA, Calif, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- QALO, the active lifestyle company and pioneer of the original silicone wedding band, has partnered with Pela, creators of the compostable phone case, to launch a line of rings that's fully compostable from product to packaging. The QALO x Pela collection is designed by QALO's team of active, outdoor enthusiasts, and made from Pela's signature plant-based material, allowing customers to show their commitment to both their person, and their planet. "Our team and our community was born out of love for the great outdoors, and so we've always fought to protect the planet," said Ali Radel, Director of Marketing at QALO. "As we continue to seek new ways to further our commitment to driving positive environmental change, it was only natural to team up with a like-minded brand that continually pushes the envelope – and we knew it had to be Pela." "Pela is on a mission to create a waste-free future, and we're excited to align with like-minded partner QALO to get there," said Matt Bertulli, CEO of Pela. "This partnership proves that when two industry-disrupting teams join forces we can change the way the world thinks about sustainable business. This line of wedding rings is just the beginning." The new QALO x Pela rings pair the durability and comfort QALO is known for with Pela's proprietary, compostable bioplastic made from plants. Key features of the range include: - High flexibility, allowing the rings to maintain QALO's signature comfortable fit - Smooth surface, creating a clean and modern silhouette - Made with a plant-based biopolymer that produces 25% less CO2e and 67% less waste than conventional plastic material - Compostable packaging using Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified paper and vegetable ink When you feel your QALO x Pela ring has reached the end of its life cycle, both the ring and its packaging can be transformed into fertile ground and returned to the earth using a backyard, community, or countertop composter. All you'll need to do is toss your used ring and packaging in your preferred composter, give it all a mix, and let the microorganisms do the rest of the work. QALO's collaboration with Pela represents the latest step in its accumulating efforts to protect the environment. Since its beginning, QALO has introduced several changes to the business, including removing all plastic from packaging and mailers, introducing carbon-neutral shipping via EcoCart, and joining forces with TerraCycle to create the Recycle Any Silicone Program, which allows customers to simply send in any silicone product - QALO or otherwise - to be recycled for them. The QALO x Pela collection is available starting today at QALO.com for $39.95 and in five new earth-toned colorways. Founded in 2013, QALO started life as pioneers of the silicone wedding ring, inspired by the belief that you should never have to choose between your own safety and comfort, and showing your commitment to the one you love. QALO has spent years creating ultra durable, 100% safe silicone rings that are so flexible and lightweight, you'll barely realize you're wearing them. Today, QALO makes a range of active lifestyle products, all purpose-designed to remove the barriers that get in your way, and help you through life's adventures. Because you should never have to compromise on the things that matter most. To learn more about QALO, please visit QALO.com. QALO is part of Win Brands Group (Win), an omnichannel retail platform that buys and builds category-defining brands. In addition to QALO, Win's current portfolio includes Homesick (scented candles and home fragrances), Gravity (the original weighted blanket), and Love Your Melon (mission-driven outerwear). Pela makes everyday products without everyday waste that educate and inspire a global community of people who are committed to making a positive impact on our planet. As a Certified B Corporation, Climate Neutral Certified and member of 1% For The Planet, Pela is on a mission to eliminate 10 Billion pounds of waste from the global waste stream and continues to research and develop the most innovative products to create a waste-free future. To learn more about Pela's sustainable products visit www.pelacase.com Contact Alice DuBois 585-613-5966 alice@winbg.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE QALO	2022-09-13T13:38:57+00:00	kmvt.com	https://www.kmvt.com/prnewswire/2022/09/13/qalo-pela-join-forces-create-worlds-first-compostable-wedding-ring/
KENNEWICK, Wash., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Senske Services, a leading provider of recurring residential lawn care, pest control, and other home services, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Barnes Quality Pest Control of Bend, Oregon. Barnes Quality Pest Control has served customers in Central Oregon since 1983. Providing professional residential and commercial pest control services. Recently, Corey Thompson determined it was time to retire and sought a partner that would take care of his customers and employees. He found that partner in Senske Services. According to Mr. Thompson, "Our customers have high standards, and I trust Senske to meet those. Joining Senske also provides career growth opportunities for our employees." "We are so excited to be expanding into Oregon," said Casey Taylor, Senske CEO. "As we continue to grow Senske nationwide, we seek out partnerships with successful companies such as Barnes Quality Pest Control." More on Senske's M&A process can be found at www.senske.com/why-senske/mergers-and-acquisitions/ or by reaching out directly to our M&A team. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Senske Lawn & Tree Care Inc	2023-05-31T21:16:42+00:00	wsfa.com	https://www.wsfa.com/prnewswire/2023/05/31/senske-services-is-now-oregon/
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Walt Disney World has picked a developer to construct and operate an affordable housing development on 80 acres of land donated by the entertainment company, company officials said Wednesday. The Michaels Organization will build, own and operate the 1,300-unit development meant to ease the housing market for service workers in metro Orlando, where it has become increasingly difficult for lower-wage workers to find places to live. The units will be available to qualified applicants who are Disney employees or members of the public. Disney announced the plans for the development earlier this year but released new details Wednesday. Disney, the metro area’s largest employer, will own the land, and the development will be owned by The Michaels Organization. Housing prices in metro Orlando, as well as other parts of Florida, have soared in recent years. Crosstown rival Universal Parks and Resorts also recently announced plans to build a 1,000-unit mixed-income community that offers tuition-free preschool and medical care on site.	2022-11-17T04:52:26+00:00	wnct.com	https://www.wnct.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-disney-picks-developer-for-affordable-housing-project/
‘I’m so proud of him’: Friends, family celebrate World War II veteran’s 100th birthday GARDEN CITY, S.C. (WMBF/Gray News) - A highly decorated World War II veteran celebrated his 100th birthday in style this week. WMBF reports Clarence Tompkins was joined by a large group of friends and family, who know him as Chuck, to celebrate the milestone birthday. He joined the United States Army in 1942. On June 12, 1944, Clarence Tompkins escorted a medic to another wounded soldier while under heavy attack during the Battle of Normandy. He then helped evacuate both soldiers to safety while taking sniper fire. “He’s been very humble, even though he went through a lot in the war, and he saved several people’s lives,” his son Keith Tompkins said. During his time in the service, Clarence Tompkins received two Purple Hearts, a Combat Infantry Badge and two stars. His family said he’s often asked what his secret is to make it far in this life. “He is always moving and always doing something, and I think that is the secret to his long life,” his daughter Pat Tompkins-McCormick said. On Friday, the group came together at a sports bar, one of his favorite spots, to celebrate the WWII veteran turning 100-years-old. “I’m so proud of him; I’m already planning for next year,” his best friend Ed McCormick said. “He’s in such great health and has a great attitude.” Clarence Tompkins has been in Myrtle Beach for about three years and said his relationships remain very important, just as important as his relationship with his soldiers. Copyright 2022 WMBF via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.	2022-05-28T19:12:14+00:00	kxii.com	https://www.kxii.com/2022/05/28/im-so-proud-him-friends-family-celebrate-world-war-ii-veterans-100th-birthday/
Beautiful brick 3 bedroom - 3 full bath ranch on the golf course. Open floor plan with cathedral ceilings throughout main living area. Great golf course & sunset views from the Florida/Sun room. Third bedroom & full bathroom in finished basement. Laundry hookups on both floors. Very efficient home with Andersen casement low E windows & extra blown insulation. Yard is professionally landscaped with irrigation system. Subdivision features community building with fitness & activity rooms as well as an outdoor pool. 2 Bedroom Home in Bloomington - $339,900 Related to this story Most Popular At age 51, McLean County Coroner Kathy Yoder is a mother, for the very first time … of twins! A tale of joy and life from Bill Flick. A 72-year-old Normal man died in a crash Saturday night in Towanda, according to McLean County Coroner Kathy Yoder. "They said they couldn't tell me anything on the phone. I honestly thought he hurt himself. I thought he'd cut his hand off; I hoped. Deep down, I could feel something was wrong." It's unclear what the future holds for a long-vacant plaza at West Market and Howard streets, once targeted as a potential solution for west Bloomington's food desert. The latest development: Central Illinois Regional Airport officials said landing gear failed on a small plane headed for Wisconsin Thursday afternoon. The Bloomington Police Department came in at No. 6 for driving under the influence arrests made by municipal police departments in Illinois, according to new data from The Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists. A man is charged in McLean County court after prosecutors say he raped a woman in Bloomington-Normal in April 2020. More than two dozen automatic license plate reader cameras were approved for Normal police Monday night. Betty Loose, 93, filmed the video in the bathroom of her residence where she is seen standing in front of her shower curtain. "My doctor told me to install a bar in my shower … so I did." Where there is wildlife, there will be injured animals. But when nature's course won't allow for healing, where are they to go? For many local creatures, the answer is Brunswick Animal Hospital.	2022-07-23T06:14:06+00:00	pantagraph.com	https://pantagraph.com/2-bedroom-home-in-bloomington---339-900/article_d75d6956-64c1-5efe-a023-a29ecf6625a8.html
Leading virtual specialty care company recognized in list of most promising private digital health companies for virtual care innovation NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CB Insights today named Summus, the leading virtual specialist platform, to its fourth-annual Digital Health 150, showcasing the 150 most promising private digital health companies of 2022. Summus' virtual specialty care model accelerates access for patients and families to high-quality medical specialists across the United States and addresses the critical issues of cost and complexity in healthcare. "From reimagining clinical care, to leveraging tech like AR/VR to improve surgical training, this year's Digital Health 150 winners are transforming the future of healthcare with digital technology," said Brian Lee, SVP of CB Insights' Intelligence Unit. "This increasingly global cohort, representing more than 18 countries across five continents, is not only driving better patient outcomes, but making healthcare more accessible. We are excited to follow the meaningful impact and continued success of this year's winners." "Summus is transforming virtual specialty care for patients and families around the world, providing fast access, within hours or days, to high-quality medical expertise across all health questions, at any point in a health journey. We empower families to make informed decisions that are right for them and drive better, most cost-efficient outcomes," said Julian Flannery, Summus CEO. "We are honored to be named to the 2022 CB Insights' Digital Health 150 list and share this accomplishment with our team, network of physicians, health system partners, and members and their families who reinforce the importance and need for access to high-quality specialty care." Utilizing the CB Insights platform, the research team selected these 150 winners from a pool of over 13,000 private companies, including applicants and nominees. They were chosen based on factors including R&D activity, proprietary Mosaic scores, market potential, business relationships, investor profile, news sentiment analysis, competitive landscape, team strength, and tech novelty. The research team also reviewed over 3,000 Analyst Briefings submitted by applicants. Summus is the virtual clinical front door to high-quality specialty care supporting more than 2 million employees and their families, providing fast access to the leading medical expertise across the continuum of care and health journeys. Leveraging a marketplace model to attract the best in healthcare, the Summus platform creates a new healthcare engagement model for physicians and patients. As the leading virtual specialty care provider, Summus restores human connection in healthcare. Quick facts on the 2022 Digital Health 150: - Equity funding and deals: Since 2017, this year's Digital Health 150 winners have raised around $5.6B in equity funding across 378 deals. This includes approximately $1.6B raised across 85 deals in 2022 YTD alone. - Unicorns: This year's list includes only 5 unicorns with a $1B+ valuation, around 3% of the total list. For comparison, last year's list contained 17. This tracks with a broader drop in new unicorns across sectors in 2022 - Global Reach: Winners in this year's Digital Health 150 span 18 countries across 5 continents. A quarter (25%) are headquartered outside of the US — the most in the history of our list. While the US still leads, the UK comes in second with 9 winners, followed by Canada with 5 and Brazil with 3. CB Insights builds software that enables the world's best companies to discover, understand, and make technology decisions with confidence. By marrying data, expert insights, and work management tools, clients manage their end-to-end technology decision-making process on CB Insights. To learn more, please visit www.cbinsights.com. Summus, the leading virtual specialist platform, empowers its members and their families by providing access to a network of 5,000+ top specialists across 50 leading hospitals—within days, from anywhere in the world. The Summus model sets a new standard for speed of access to high-quality medical expertise and drives industry-leading engagement with employers. Pioneering the future of corporate health benefits, Summus partners with companies across the country to create an elevated healthcare experience for their employees and to support better, cost-efficient outcomes across all health questions and stages of care. Learn more: www.summusglobal.com View original content: SOURCE Summus Global	2022-12-07T15:32:32+00:00	uppermichiganssource.com	https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/prnewswire/2022/12/07/summus-named-2022-cb-insights-digital-health-150-list/
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. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sea & Shoreline, LLC	2022-11-14T11:27:48+00:00	mysuncoast.com	https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2022/11/14/sea-amp-shoreline-fish-amp-wildlife-foundation-florida-partner-plant-seagrass-indian-river-lagoon-tributaries/
Driver dies after GPS leads him to bridge washed out years before, officials say HICKORY, N.C. (WSOC) – A tragic accident occurred in North Carolina when a father drove off a road that washed away more than eight years ago. State troopers in North Carolina said Phil Paxson was in his Jeep when it overturned and was partially submerged Friday night after it plunged into Snow Creek in northeast Hickory. The road there had been washed away years ago, according to reports. Alicia Paxon said any amount of action could have saved her husband’s life. “Nobody wanted to take responsibility, I don’t understand how over nine years this could be like this,” she said. State troopers said there were no barriers or warning signs near the washed out roadway. Although there are signs down the street, drivers taking other ways into the neighborhood might not see them. PEOPLE reported Phil Paxson was following directions laid out by his GPS when he drove into the roadway. John Hopson said he found Phil Paxson’s Jeep after his family reached out and said he didn’t make it home. “Should not have happened,” Hopson said. “People in this neighborhood have been fighting this for years, and nobody wants to take responsibility.” Reports were made on the washed out roadway in 2014 along with the efforts to get it fixed. Barriers preventing anyone from driving into the creek were originally set up, but the section the roadway is in is not maintained. Sgt. Brian Black said someone should have put up a barrier or barricade in the area, but that it is private property and not state-maintained. After the tragic accident, a local concrete company left barriers to block the roadway. Alicia Paxson said she hopes more signs are put up warning other drivers. “How could you let this happen? How could this be like this, I don’t understand,” she said. “Explain to me how you could leave this here.” Copyright 2022 WSOC via CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.	2022-10-09T22:55:31+00:00	wfsb.com	https://www.wfsb.com/2022/10/09/driver-dies-after-gps-leads-him-bridge-washed-out-years-before-officials-say/
Telehealth medication abortions surged since Dobbs decision. They could become harder to access if the latest court decision stands By Annette Choi, CNN Medication abortions provided by virtual-only providers accounted for an increasing share of total abortions in the United States, since the Supreme Court eliminated the constitutional right to abortion in June 2022, according to a new report by the Society of Family Planning, a nonprofit focused on abortion and contraception. While total abortions decreased by 2% from April to December 2022, medicated abortions via telehealth increased by 136%. In April, there were less than 4,000 medicated abortions provided virtually, and in December, there were more than 8,500. Medication abortions already accounted for more than half of all US abortions in 2020, according to the Guttmacher Institute. The new data from the Society of Family Planning suggests that rate likely increased in the aftermath of the Dobbs decision. A federal appeals court voted to freeze parts of a Texas judge’s ruling that would have suspended the US Food and Drug Administration’s approval of mifepristone, the first drug in the two-step medication abortion regimen late Wednesday. The freeze means that the abortion pill will still be available in the United States, but could be harder to get. The appeals court said that the judge’s suspension of several revisions to the drug’s rules since 2000 — including one that makes the pills available by telehealth and in the mail — could go into effect. On Thursday, the Department of Justice requested the Supreme Court intervene in the emergency dispute over the abortion drug. The Society of Family Planning collects data from abortion providers nationwide including from clinics, private medical offices, hospitals and virtual providers. More than 80% of providers the nonprofit identified participated in the analysis. Data from popular overseas telehealth provider Aid Access medication abortion is not included in the report, since it is not part of the formal US healthcare system. However, a study from last November found that there were about 6,500 requests made per month to Aid Access for medication abortion. Before the Dobbs decision, 5% of all abortions were provided via telehealth, and after the ruling, that rate grew to 9%. While the share of telehealth abortions dropped off in a few states, including Georgia and Wyoming, it surged in 27 states across the country last year. Wyoming by far recorded the highest rate of telehealth abortions both before and after the Dobbs ruling of any state. Before the ruling, 92% of abortions in Wyoming were provided via telehealth, and in the months following the decision, that rate dropped to about 80%. Despite the heavy dependence on virtually provided medication abortions, Wyoming became the first state to explicitly ban the use of abortion pills with a law that takes effect on July 1. In Idaho, 17% of all abortions that took place before the ruling were provided through virtual-only services. In the months that followed, that rate jumped to 43%. That’s an increase of 26 percentage points — the largest of any state. Several of the 17 Democratic-led states involved in the Washington lawsuit that sued to expand access to abortion pills, such as Colorado and Maine, also recorded some of the most substantial increases in telehealth abortions as a percent of all abortions. In those states, and the District of Columbia, 8% of abortions before the Dobbs ruling were provided virtually. And afterward, the rate increased to nearly 13%. The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2023 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved.	2023-04-14T17:32:34+00:00	keyt.com	https://keyt.com/news/2023/04/14/telehealth-medication-abortions-surged-since-dobbs-decision-they-could-become-harder-to-access-if-the-latest-court-decision-stands/
Ashes of woman who died in 2021 found in U-Haul truck, sister says CHICAGO (WBBM) – A Chicago woman was surprised to learn the ashes of her late sister somehow ended up in the back of a U-Haul truck. Laura Rodriguez, the youngest of a family with 11 siblings, died in December 2021. The family gave her ashes to the boyfriend who had taken care of her while she battled cancer. However, Rodriguez’s family members had no idea her ashes had gone missing. Maria Gaude, Rodriguez’s sister, said the ashes somehow ended up in the back of a U-Haul. Upon discovering the ashes, U-Haul staff set out to find the family. “They asked me first if I was a relative of Laura’s, and I said, ‘Yes, I am.’ And then they just told me the strangest thing that don’t make no sense,” Gaude said. “That my sister’s ashes were on some U-Haul truck. And I’m like, ‘Oh my god.” A U-Haul employee said Rodriguez’s boyfriend was there early on Friday to claim the ashes. However, he was in so much distress, he reportedly suffered a cardiac episode and was taken to the hospital by first responders. Gaude said she hopes the man she trusted with her sister’s ashes is OK and will reach out to her. Copyright 2023 WBBM via CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.	2023-01-16T01:56:45+00:00	kwch.com	https://www.kwch.com/2023/01/16/ashes-woman-who-died-2021-found-u-haul-truck-sister-says/
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli troops shot and killed a Palestinian man during an operation Tuesday evening in the occupied West Bank, raising to five the number of Palestinians killed in less than 24 hours of fighting. A female Israeli soldier was seriously wounded in a car ramming. It was one of the bloodiest days in months of violence in the West Bank and east Jerusalem and came during a recent spurt of fighting in the wake of a Jerusalem bombing that killed two Israelis last week. The army said it shot the Palestinian man in the town of al-Mughayir as he tried to hurl a firebomb toward them. It said a crowd of Palestinians was throwing stones at soldiers who were delivering orders to demolish illegally built buildings. The town is located in an area of the West Bank that is under full Israeli control, where Palestinians say it is nearly impossible to receive building permits. Amateur video taken from the scene showed a group of youths running away from the sound of gunfire. One of them then stumbled to the ground, before his friends picked him up and evacuated him. Local officials identified him as Raed Naasan, 21, and said that he had been set to soon join the Palestinian police force. Earlier on Tuesday, a Palestinian man rammed his car into a female Israeli soldier in what the army said was an intentional attack, seriously injuring her, before he was shot dead. Security camera footage showed the vehicle turning around and slowing in front of the woman, before accelerating and running her over. She was thrown into the air as the driver sped away. Police chased the driver and shot him. The man, identified as Rani Abu Ali, 45, from the West Bank town of Beitunia, was pronounced dead at a Jerusalem hospital. The violence began overnight near the city of Hebron. The Israeli army said clashes erupted after two army vehicles got stuck due to mechanical issues. It said soldiers opened fire after Palestinians hurled rocks and explosives and Palestinian gunmen also opened fire. The Palestinian Health Ministry said Mufid Khalil, 44, was killed and at least eight other people were wounded by Israeli fire. In a separate incident, two brothers were killed by Israeli fire during clashes with troops near the village of Kafr Ein, west of Ramallah in the northern West Bank, early Tuesday. The Palestinian news agency Wafa identified them as Jawad and Dhafr Rimawi, ages 22 and 21. The Israeli military said troops operating in the village came under attack from suspects throwing rocks and firebombs, and soldiers responded with live fire. Tensions between Israelis and Palestinians have been surging for months amid nightly Israeli raids in the West Bank, prompted by a spate of deadly attacks against Israelis that killed 19 people in the spring. More than 140 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli-Palestinian fighting in the West Bank and east Jerusalem this year, making it the deadliest year since 2006. The Israeli army says most of the Palestinians killed have been militants. But stone-throwing youths protesting Israeli army incursions and others not involved in confrontations have also been killed. At least 31 people have died in Arab attacks in Israel and the occupied West Bank since the beginning of the year, according to the Israeli prime minister’s office. In a new report, the army described a fragile situation in the West Bank as a new, hard-line Israeli government prepares to take office. The army said it has mobilized thousands of troops and arrested some 2,500 Palestinians and confiscated around 250 weapons since March. Israel captured the West Bank in the 1967 Mideast war, along with east Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip. The Palestinians seek those territories for their hoped-for independent state.	2022-11-30T11:59:13+00:00	fox44news.com	https://www.fox44news.com/news/national-world-news/ap-4-palestinians-killed-by-israeli-fire-in-occupied-west-bank/
There’s no denying it. The Brewers wasted a golden opportunity last week. With a soft schedule and the Cardinals sputtering, the Crew had a chance to gain a comfortable cushion atop the NL Central. Instead, they dropped 4 of 6 at home to the lowly Cubs and Pirates, seeing their divisional lead remain at just 2.5 games. Is it frustrating? Absolutely. Nobody’s more frustrated than the group of players and coaches in that clubhouse. That being said, this thing is a slog. Over the course of 162 games, you’re going to have these rocky stretches. You’re going to lose to teams you should beat. At some point, too, though, you’re going to win some games you should lose. Pressing the panic button before the all-star break and the trade deadline is a gross overreaction. David Stearns will actively work to improve this team over the next couple of weeks. The group as a whole will benefit from a collective breather during the break, and come back recharged for another playoff push. It’s a tough stretch, but certainly no time to panic in Milwaukee.	2022-07-11T13:50:46+00:00	wtmj.com	https://wtmj.com/homepage-showcase/2022/07/11/extra-points-missed-opportunity/
IRS chief acknowledges Black taxpayers face higher probability of being audited By Shawna Mizelle, CNN Washington (CNN) — Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Daniel Werfel acknowledged in a letter to the US Senate on Monday that Black taxpayers are audited at significantly higher rates than non-Black taxpayers, a revelation he said has left the agency “deeply concerned.” “While there is a need for further research, our initial findings support the conclusion that Black taxpayers may be audited at higher rates than would be expected given their share of the population,” Werfel said. The IRS was urged by lawmakers to look into the racial disparities after a January report by a Stanford research team initially revealed the findings. The research, a unique partnership with Department of Treasury, found that Black taxpayers are audited 2.9 to 4.7 times the rate of non-Black taxpayers – a difference that is highly influenced by Earned Income Tax Credit recipients. However, the study pointed out that there was a smaller but still significant inequity in audit rates between Black and non-Black taxpayers who do not claim the EITC. “The research further suggests that most of this disparity is driven by differences in correspondence audit rates among taxpayers claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit,” Werfel acknowledged. The EITC, a refundable credit, has been a way to financially help low- and moderate-income workers (defined in 2022 as those with earned income under $59,187), and especially filers with children. While the IRS does not collect information about race from taxpayers, the report shows that the agency disproportionately flags tax returns that claim the EITC for potential errors. Werfel, who was confirmed by the Senate in March, said the agency is looking into how changing methods for case selection would impact the disparities and that the EITC selection evaluation is a top priority. However, he stated that “research is ongoing and additional time is needed to yield a robust understanding of the drivers of this disparity and to thoroughly evaluate the right potential programmatic changes to address it.” In light of the news, Democrats on the Ways and Means Committee have promised that they “will not rest in our quest to build a tax system that works fairly for all Americans and we will continue our rigorous oversight of the IRS to end these disparities.” The IRS is currently undergoing a massive overhaul, thanks to an influx of funding, totaling $80 billion over a decade, from the Inflation Reduction Act. The sweeping tax and climate law was passed by Democrats along party lines last year. Generally, the funding is meant to support the agency in cracking down on tax cheats and providing better service to taxpayers. Biden administration officials have repeatedly said that taxpayers earning less than $400,000 a year won’t face an increase in taxes due to the new funding, though there is some uncertainty about how exactly the IRS can ensure this. The-CNN-Wire ™ & © 2023 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved. CNN’s Katie Lobosco contributed to this report.	2023-05-17T18:19:57+00:00	localnews8.com	https://localnews8.com/politics/cnn-us-politics/2023/05/17/irs-chief-acknowledges-black-taxpayers-face-higher-probability-of-being-audited/
Baby playing in park overdoses on fentanyl, father says SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) - A father of whose 10-month-old boy ingested fentanyl at a popular park in San Francisco’s Marina District is speaking out and thanking first responders for their quick response. It’s the frightening phone call Ivan Matkovic is still playing in his mind. His 10-month-old son Senna was turning blue and struggling to breathe. Minutes earlier, he was playing in the grass with his twin brother at Moscone Park in San Francisco. “When I first arrived, he was actually lying motionless on the ground in the park. He was on the grass on his back. They were pumping air,” Ivan Matkovic said. San Francisco firefighters and paramedics arrived on scene within two minutes of the nanny calling 911. Matkovic said he felt helpless, hoping his son would survive. “I think it was only once they put him in the emergency vehicle and transferred him that you felt like, ‘OK, there is a possibility for treatment.’ But when he is lying there motionless, you don’t know what to do, and you don’t know if that is it,” he said. Medical records the family provided point to an “accidental fentanyl overdose,” a diagnosis that never crossed their mind. “They told me after the fact that they had used Narcan. I was just like, ‘How does a 10-month-old get into opioids at a playground at a park?’” Matkovic said. Right around a bench is where the incident happened. It’s still unclear how Senna ingested fentanyl, but now his family is speaking to alert other parents to be on high alert of any foil or powder in the grass. The mayor’s office said she was unavailable for an interview. Supervisor Matt Dorsey called the incident another wakeup call for the city. “I think it has to start with criminal justice, and I think we have to go after the drug dealers. We have to incentivize people who are active in their addictions to get out of their addictions,” he said. Baby Senna was discharged after six hours in the hospital. His parents are thanking first responders for saving his life and, no, they are not planning to leave the city. “We love the city. We love living here. We are here to participate in that change,” Matkovic said. Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.	2022-12-02T10:32:26+00:00	wafb.com	https://www.wafb.com/2022/12/02/baby-playing-park-overdoses-fentanyl-father-says/
SAN FRANCISCO, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hagens Berman urges Block, Inc. (NYSE: SQ) investors who suffered significant losses to submit your losses now. The firm is investigating possible securities law violations. Visit: www.hbsslaw.com/investor-fraud/SQ Block, Inc. (NYSE: SQ) Investigation: The investigation focuses on Block's statements about its subsidiary's (Cash App Investing) customer privacy policies and controls. More specifically, Block has in the past assured Cash App Investing customers that "[t]o protect your personal information from unauthorized access and use, we use security measures that comply with federal law," "[t]hese measures include computer safeguards and secured files and buildings," and "[t]he Company takes the security of information belonging to its customers very seriously." The accuracy of these statements came into question on Apr. 4, 2022, when Block announced that a former employee, after termination, improperly downloaded certain reports of Cash App Investing on Dec. 10, 2021. The information in the reports included full customer names and brokerage account numbers. For some customers, the stolen reports also included brokerage portfolio value, brokerage portfolio holdings and/or stock trading activity for one trading day. As many as 8.2 million current and former Cash App Investing customers may have been affected by the privacy breach. This news sent the price of Block shares sharply lower on Apr. 5, 2022. The New York Times later reported on the incident, quoting a security expert at KnowBe4, a cybersecurity training company: "Taking customers' data and security seriously would require securing external access to employees' accounts and disabling that access upon termination, preferably before the employee leaves." "We're focused on investors' losses and whether Block misled investors about its operational risks," said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation. If you invested in Block and have significant losses, or have knowledge that may assist the firm's investigation, click here to discuss your legal rights with Hagens Berman. Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Block should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email SQ@hbsslaw.com. Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs' rights complex litigation law firm focusing on corporate accountability through class-action law. The firm is home to a robust securities litigation practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and fraud. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw. Contact: Reed Kathrein, 844-916-0895 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP	2022-07-25T21:50:01+00:00	uppermichiganssource.com	https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/prnewswire/2022/07/25/hagens-berman-national-trial-attorneys-encourages-block-inc-sq-investors-contact-firms-attorneys-firm-investigating-possible-securities-law-violations/
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – EMSA ambulances were called to an Oklahoma City nursing home after a fire ignited Wednesday evening. The fire ignited in the 3500 block of NW 56th Street shortly before 5:50 p.m. An Oklahoma City Fire Department official told KFOR that firefighters got the blaze under control. Emergency responders are at the scene treating patients. A couple of patients are being treated for smoke inhalation. EMSA paramedics are at the nursing home in case any of the patients need to be taken to a hospital. Information was not provided on whether any other injuries were suffered. More information will be provided once available.	2022-08-11T00:51:28+00:00	kfor.com	https://kfor.com/news/local/ambulances-respond-after-fire-at-oklahoma-city-nursing-home/
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Martin Necas scored late in regulation and again in overtime, and the Carolina Hurricanes topped the San Jose Sharks 5-4 on Friday night. Necas tied it at 4 when he got his 20th goal of the season with 11.5 seconds left in the third period. Then he beat James Reimer again 55 seconds into overtime. Sebastian Aho also had two goals for the Hurricanes in their fourth consecutive victory. Andrei Svechnikov assisted on each of Necas’ goals. Calvin de Haan scored for Carolina in the first, and Antti Raanta made 26 stops in his first start since Jan. 7. Oskar Lindblom, Nick Bonino, Michael Eyssimont and Mario Ferraro scored for San Jose, which has lost four in a row. Reimer stopped 31 shots against one of his former teams. Eyssimont had three third-period points, including a go-ahead goal with 8:45 remaining. He assisted Ferraro’s empty-net goal. Aho scored with 1:37 remaining to trim San Jose’s lead to 4-3. He has 20 goals, including a power-play tally 17 seconds into the third. Aho has five goals in a three-game stretch. Necas regained the team lead in goals when he scored in OT. Bonino has been hot as well with his ninth of the season 6:50 into the third. He has five goals in his last eight games. Lindblom scored 15:10 into the first for his fifth goal of the season. De Haan tied it at 17:33, coming on Carolina’s fifth shot of the game. It was the defenseman’s first goal in 35 games. BROTHERS’ BUSINESS Sharks forward Evgeny Svechnikov and Carolina forward Andrei Svechnikov were on the ice for their second matchup of the season. Each team won once. ICE MATTERS Defenseman Jacob MacDonald made his Sharks debut after he was acquired from Colorado in a trade on Wednesday. … San Jose’s Steven Lorentz, a former Hurricane, had his first assist since Nov. 11 on his team’s first goal. UP NEXT Sharks: At Pittsburgh on Saturday. Hurricanes: Home vs. Boston on Sunday. ___	2023-01-28T04:20:18+00:00	wnct.com	https://www.wnct.com/sports/ap-sports/martin-necas-leads-hurricanes-past-sharks-5-4-in-overtime/
An unusually early heat wave brought more extreme temperatures Monday to a large swath of India’s northwest, raising concerns that such weather conditions could become typical. The India Meteorological Department forecast that the temperature in New Delhi would reach 41.8 degrees Celsius (107.2 degrees Fahrenheit) on Monday, nearly eight degrees above normal. The weather agency declares a heat wave when the temperature is at least 4.5 C (8 F) above average. The main summer months — April, May and June — are always excruciatingly hot in most parts of India before monsoon rains bring cooler temperatures. But the heat wave has arrived early and grown particularly intense in the past decade, killing hundreds every year. During heat waves, the country usually also suffers severe water shortages with tens of millions of its 1.4 billion people lacking running water. Extreme temperatures have struck large parts of northern and western India in the last week, with Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and New Delhi among the worst hit. Higher temperatures also were felt in relatively cooler Indian-controlled Kashmir in the Himalayas, where many Indians go to escape the summer heat. Already this year, India has recorded its warmest March since 1901. The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change warns that heat waves and humidity-related heat stress will intensify in South Asia, and scientists who study climate change say Indians can expect more of the same hot temperatures in the coming years. Vimal Mishra, an expert at the Indian Institute of Technology’s Water and Climate Lab, said the number of Indian states hit by heat waves has grown in recent years, as extreme temperatures become more frequent and intense. “If you are looking for the clearest signal of climate change in India, then heat waves are a classic example. They are unavoidable and will occur more frequently,” Mishra said. Heat waves are especially dangerous for daily wage workers, rickshaw drivers, street vendors and the homeless, many of whom have to work outside in hot conditions and are at the greatest risk of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. India’s worst heat wave since 1992 was in 2015, when at least 2,081 people died.	2022-04-13T00:29:35+00:00	news9.com	https://www.news9.com/story/6255d3635df32e01a30979bf/indias-northwest-reels-under-unusual-early-heat-wave
Updated July 10, 2023 at 2:45 PM ET LONDON — A lawyer representing the young person at the center of allegations of sexual misconduct by a top BBC host has disputed the claims made in a British tabloid newspaper. The male host — whose identity has not been made public — is accused of paying a teenager 35,000 pounds (nearly $45,000) for sexually explicit photos over a three-year period. The exchanges allegedly began when the person was 17. The Sun newspaper broke the story on Friday with an interview with the alleged victim's mother. She told the paper her teen used the money to fund a drug habit. "I blame this BBC man for destroying my child's life," the unidentified mother was quoted as saying. "Taking my child's innocence and handing over the money for crack cocaine that could kill my child." But in a statement issued to the BBC Monday, the lawyer representing the young person claimed there was no truth to the allegations. "For the avoidance of doubt, nothing inappropriate or unlawful has taken place between our client and the BBC personality and the allegations reported in The Sun newspaper are rubbish." The statement claims that a denial was sent to The Sun on Friday evening via WhatsApp, but the tabloid ignored the message and continued with publication. In response, a spokesperson for The Sun said, "We have reported a story about two very concerned parents who made a complaint to the BBC about the behavior of a presenter and the welfare of their child. Their complaint was not acted upon by the BBC. We have seen evidence that supports their concerns. It's now for the BBC to properly investigate." On Sunday, the BBC said it had suspended an unnamed male member of staff. The network says it first became aware of a complaint about him back in May, and had been investigating — before "new allegations" of a "different nature" were made Thursday. At that point, the BBC notified "external authorities," it said. Police say they held a virtual meeting Monday morning with BBC officials and are "assessing the information discussed at the meeting" – but that no formal investigation is yet underway. "Further enquiries are taking place to establish whether there is evidence of a criminal offence being committed," police said in a statement carried by local media. This is only the latest scandal to tarnish the storied British broadcaster, which is funded domestically by TV license fees. Its chairman resigned earlier this year in a conflict of interest row over a financial favor he did for the prime minister who'd appointed him. For decades, the BBC failed to investigate one of its entertainers, Jimmy Savile, who was later found to have committed sex crimes. U.K. politicians have called for a swift, sensitive and thorough investigation. The country's culture secretary, Lucy Frazer, called the allegations "deeply concerning" and said she had spoken to the BBC's director-general about them. Since breaking the story last week, The Sun says this unnamed BBC host has made at least two panicked phone calls to his alleged victim, asking "What have you done?" He also reportedly asked them to halt the investigation and to call their mother and urge her to stop talking to media. Speculation has been rife over who the unnamed BBC presenter is. Other top BBC personalities have flooded social media with statements saying it's not them. The Sun's former editor, Kelvin MacKenzie, told the BBC's World at One radio program that the newspaper decided to withhold the BBC presenter's name because the U.K. media landscape has "changed dramatically" in recent years, in terms of privacy. "In the good old days there would have been absolutely no doubt that the name would have been there," MacKenzi said. "And any pictures associated with the story would have been published." Copyright 2023 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.	2023-07-10T19:11:39+00:00	wbfo.org	https://www.wbfo.org/2023-07-10/claims-about-bbc-host-accused-of-paying-a-teen-for-sexually-explicit-photos-disputed
TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — A court has sentenced moderate Tunisian Islamist leader Rached Ghannouchi to a year in prison for allegedly referring to police officers as tyrants in what his party said Tuesday amounted to a sham trial. Ghannouchi, 81, founder of the Ennahdha party, has refused to be removed from his place of detention for questioning or to attend Monday’s trial, considering that the cases are “political settling of scores targeting opponents of the regime,” lawyer Samir Dilou, a former party leader, said in an interview with The Associated Press. Ghannouchi, a former speaker of parliament, is the most prominent critic of Tunisian President Kais Saied. He has maintained that Saied’s move in 2021 to take all powers into his hands amounted to a coup d’etat. Ghannouchi was detained in mid-April on the charge of plotting against the security of the state. He has been called in numerous times for questioning on various matters, but this was the first time he wasn’t released. Monday’s case grew out of a complaint by a security union member claiming that Ghannouchi used the word “taghout,” or tyrant, while eulogizing a member of his party at a February 2022 funeral. According to a tweet by his daughter Soumaya, he said that the deceased “did not fear poverty, ruler or tyrant.” Ennahda condemned the decision to prosecute as “an unjust political ruling” and called for his immediate release. Ghannouchi is also being investigated for what his party says is another case of twisting words — allegedly evoking the threat of civil war if Ennahdha and other opposition parties are excluded from the political scene. His party said on its English-language Twitter account that Ghannouchi was charged with conspiracy against state security and ordered to remain in prison pending trial. “Kais Saied is making a mockery of the judiciary, using it as a tool for political revenge and persecution,” his daughter tweeted. About 20 other people, including the director of the respected radio Mosaique, Noureddine Bouttar, are currently detained on a variety of charges. The crackdown on opponents comes amid growing social tensions and deepening economic troubles in Tunisia, the birthplace of the Arab Spring pro-democracy movement more than a decade ago.	2023-05-17T05:19:34+00:00	siouxlandproud.com	https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/international/tunisias-moderate-islamist-leader-sentenced-in-absentia-to-year-in-prison/
RACHEL MARTIN, HOST: For around 200 years, a special saguaro cactus stood tall in the Arizona desert. Its longest arms stretched almost 30 feet into the air. And now that desert giant has fallen. Its trunks have splintered. And its large arms lay sprawled on the ground. A MARTINEZ, HOST: Steve Haas, the park manager at Catalina State Park, says monsoon rains likely led to its demise. STEVE HAAS: Mid-June through now, we've had about 12 1/2 inches of rain. And so it was very wet. It was very windy. MARTINEZ: These slow-growing succulents can take seven years to reach a height of six feet. And though the death of this giant is sad news for some, it still has a role to play. HAAS: The coolest part about it is, you know, as it rots over the next decades, you know, it's going to provide habitat. It's going to provide food. It's going to provide shelter for all sorts of creatures. MARTIN: The remains of the cactus will stay where they are, full of holes from gila woodpeckers and cactus wrens. This saguaro fell just a few weeks after a bacterial infection killed another iconic saguaro known as Strong Arm, which lived to 150 years. MARTINEZ: In spite of the recent loss of these two beloved desert icons, Haas notes that many others are still standing strong. HAAS: There's a lot of younger ones here. And, you know, they grow so slowly. But it's neat to see a mix of - you want some old ones. But then you want a lot of regeneration, a lot of young saguaros. MARTINEZ: Haas says saguaro are special in every season and in every season of their lives. HAAS: When it's really hot, you know, that's when they send out their flower. And so then you have bats that pollinate it and birds that pollinate it. And then - you know, and then when they drop their fruit come monsoon season, all those red, little seeds, you know, everybody uses those seeds in terms of eating them. And, yes, it's sad that it fell. But now it's even providing more habitat for critters and stuff. MARTINEZ: So the saguaro will slowly return to the soil right where it stood all that time along the Romero Ruins. (SOUNDBITE OF NAIM AMOR'S "STUCK") Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.	2022-09-08T23:35:19+00:00	kgou.org	https://www.kgou.org/2022-09-08/a-200-year-old-saguaro-cactus-has-fallen-due-to-a-powerful-monsoon
Milwaukee police arrest 15-year-old suspect in Juneteenth shooting that injured 6 MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Officers arrested a 15-year-old boy they now believe was the lone gunman in a shooting after a Juneteenth celebration that left six people wounded, Milwaukee police said Thursday. The boy is the third person arrested in the shooting Monday outside the Greater Philadelphia Church of God in Christ. Police provided no information about the 15-year-old suspect, including why they now believe he was the lone shooter. Two males ages 17 and 19 were arrested after the shooting, police said. Both of them had been shot. Police previously believed one of them had fired a weapon, but clarified Thursday that this is no longer the case. The other four people who were wounded were girls or women ranging in age from 14 to 18 years old, police said. All six shooting victims were expected to survive. Investigators believe the shooting stemmed from a fight between young women outside the church, police said. A Facebook Live video of the aftermath showed paramedics treating people with gunshot wounds on the pavement of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, where thousands of people had filled the street for the city’s Juneteenth festival just 20 minutes earlier. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	2023-06-22T23:44:50+00:00	wnem.com	https://www.wnem.com/2023/06/22/milwaukee-police-arrest-15-year-old-suspect-juneteenth-shooting-that-injured-6/
DeMar DeRozan conjured yet another moment of late-game magic, powering the Chicago Bulls to a 15-point comeback against the Milwaukee Bucks and a 119-113 overtime win after trailing for most of the game. The Bucks inadvertently lit a fire under DeRozan after a hard hit from Grayson Allen sparked a third-quarter scuffle as DeRozan attempted to confront the Bucks guard. DeRozan already had 20 points at that point, but after several out-of-sync minutes, he shifted into a different gear to lead the Bulls’ late charge. After his layup with 13.8 seconds to play cut the Bucks lead to 106-104, DeRozan snatched a pass from Giannis Antetokounmpo to set up Ayo Dosunmu for the tying dunk with 7.8 seconds remaining. DeRozan then took over in overtime, scoring 10 of his 42 points as the Bulls sealed the victory. He closed the game with his signature flair, sinking a jumper with 31 seconds left to put the Bulls ahead by two, then snagging a rebound and making four free throws to clinch the comeback. “We just showed a lot of resiliency and fight throughout the whole game,” DeRozan said. “It’s very theatrical. Makes for a good movie.” The good - The Bulls are learning how to close — especially behind DeRozan, who again displayed his late-game wizardry. After trailing 94-79 with 8:08 to play, the Bulls outscored the Bucks 27-12 over the remainder of regulation to force overtime. - The Bulls defense held the Bucks to two points in the final four minutes of regulation and seven points in overtime — in large part due to their defense on Antetokounmpo. The Bucks star turned the ball over twice in the final 11 seconds of regulation and continued to struggle to protect the ball in overtime while going 1-for-7 from the field in the extra period. - This was not a typical night for Nikola Vučević, who struggled against the physical interior of Brook Lopez and Antetokounmpo. But Vučević made an impact in the moments that mattered. He opened overtime with two blocks on Antetokounmpo, then sank a 3-pointer to put the Bulls ahead with 1:28 remaining. - The Bucks were streaky all night, going on runs to take multiple double-digit leads, but the Bulls bounced back each time to erase those deficits. The Bulls had an 11-1 run to start the second quarter and closed regulation with a 13-2 run. - Despite taking half as many 3-pointers as the Bucks, the Bulls were able to keep pace behind the arc on a poor shooting night for Milwaukee. Both teams finished with nine 3-pointers, but the Bucks attempted 44 while the Bulls took 22. Zach LaVine led the Bulls, going 4-for-7 from deep. The bad - The Bulls were fairly successful guarding Antetokounmpo in the first half — but even with solid defensive pressure, he still scored 20 points before halftime and finished with 45 points, 22 rebounds and seven assists. - Size is always an issue when the Bulls face the Bucks, who bring a powerful presence in the paint with Antetokounmpo and Lopez. The Bulls were outrebounded 22-8 on the offensive glass and outscored 23-9 on second-chance points. - Bucks forward Bobby Portis brings the heat whenever he plays his former team. Wednesday was no different — Portis had 20 points and 11 rebounds off the bench. - Bulls guard Coby White suffered a left leg injury in the first quarter after playing only six minutes. The Bulls were already thin in the backcourt with the absence of Alex Caruso. Quote of the night The Bulls improved to 6-11 in clutch games, defined as a margin of five or fewer points in the final five minutes. They’re trending in the right direction, racking up four of those clutch wins in the last two weeks. Asked about the Bulls’ proclivity toward comebacks, DeRozan tried to explain: “It’s kind of like if you’re running fast — you run faster if a dog starts chasing you.” The standout DeRozan flashed an aggressive approach from the opening whistle in an immediately physical game. He made a statement whenever guarded by Antetokounmpo in the first half, digging his shoulder into the taller forward’s chest to utilize the size difference to his advantage. He scored 16 points in the first half, going 7-for-12 from the field as the Bulls led by two. And it should come as no surprise that it was DeRozan who came up clutch for the Bulls in the waning seconds of regulation with the layup, steal and assist on Dosunmu’s tying dunk. “He just has a spirit about him,” coach Billy Donovan said. “He just feels like he’s going to overcome whatever obstacles are in front of him or whatever challenge is in front of him.” Injury report In addition to White’s injury, the Bulls again were missing two of their defensive specialists in Caruso (shoulder sprain) and forward Derrick Jones Jr. (left ankle sprain). Forward Javonte Green was cleared for limited availability after missing the last five games and eight of the last 11 with a bone bruise in his right knee. He played nearly 17 minutes and finished with five points, two rebounds and one assist. The Bucks were missing defensive star Jrue Holiday (non-COVID-19 illness) and forward Khris Middleton (right knee soreness). Dalen Terry tracker The rookie made his first appearance in the second quarter for the second game in a row but checked back out barely a minute later after registering nothing on the stat sheet. Terry did not see much more action in the second half even after White’s injury, logging four minutes and taking a single shot. Where they stand The Bulls improved to 15-19 with the win, now tied with the Toronto Raptors for 10th in the Eastern Conference. Up next The Bulls will host back-to-back games at the United Center this weekend, facing the Detroit Pistons on Friday and the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday. () Join the Conversation We invite you to use our commenting platform to engage in insightful conversations about issues in our community. 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Biden blames GOP for student loan ruling as 2024 political consequences loom WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden insisted Friday that “this fight is not over” after the Supreme Court struck down his $400 billion student loan forgiveness plan. Biden blamed Republicans’ opposition, aiming to direct the ire of millions of borrowers toward them rather than his own party in next year’s elections. The president planned an afternoon address to lay out a series of actions to provide continued relief to 43 million student loan borrowers, and in the meantime tried to stay on the political offensive against the GOP. “The hypocrisy of Republican elected officials is stunning,” Biden said in a statement. “They had no problem with billions in pandemic-related loans to businesses – including hundreds of thousands and in some cases millions of dollars for their own businesses. And those loans were forgiven. But when it came to providing relief to millions of hard-working Americans, they did everything in their power to stop it.” Electoral consequences aside, progressive Democrats in Congress and activists clamored for the White House to offer a swift and substantial response to the court’s decision. Natalia Abrams, president and founder of the Student Debt Crisis Center, said the responsibility falls “squarely” on Biden’s shoulders. “The president possesses the power, and must summon the will, to secure the essential relief that families across the nation desperately need,” Abrams said in a statement. Massachusetts Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren, one of her party’s leading voices on the left, said, “The president has more tools to cancel student debt — and he must use them.” The GOP has long argued that repaying the student loans is a fairness issue, and they celebrated the ruling. Betsy DeVos, who served as secretary of education under President Donald Trump, called Biden’s original plan “deeply unfair to the majority of Americans who don’t have student loans.” Republicans now seeking their party’s 2024 presidential nomination lined up to applaud the ruling, with former Vice President Mike Pence saying he was “pleased that the court struck down the radical left’s effort to use the money of taxpayers who played by the rules and repaid their debts in order to cancel the debt of bankers and lawyers in New York, San Francisco, and Washington.” Former U.S. ambassador to the United Nation’s Nikki Haley said the Supreme Court was “right to throw out Joe Biden’s power grab.” Trying to place the onus for ending the plan on the GOP could allow Biden’s reelection campaign to keep the issue of students loans as one of strength in the short term. But that may ultimately offer little solace to 43 million Americans who will now could have to start again repaying their student loans. “We do not want to go into excruciating debt for our entire lives to enhance our education,” Voters of Tomorrow, a Gen Z-led organization that promotes the power of young Americans, said in a statement. The White House’s efforts to block payments were an attempt to keep a Biden 2020 campaign promise to wipe out student loan debt that was especially popular with young voters and progressives. Both will be vital to Biden in next year’s presidential race — but may be less energized about supporting him after the high court’s decision. Wisdom Cole, the national director of the NAACP Youth & College Division, said Black Americans helped put Biden in the White House, so there’s an obligation for him to “finish the job” with his pledges to provide relief for borrowers around the country. He suggested a lack of action could see Biden face a backlash next year with key demographics — specifically young voters and Black voters. “It’s going to have a huge impact on the next election. This was a key point. This was a key policy priority,” Cole said, adding, “If we don’t do this, we continue the cycle of seeing our elected leaders make promises and not follow through.” A May poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that 43% of U.S. adults approve of how Biden sought to handle student debt, similar to his approval rating overall of 40% in the same poll. The poll suggested that Biden gets credit for his handling of the issue among young adults in particular. Fifty-three percent of adults under age 30 said they approved of Biden’s handling of student debt, compared with only 36% who approved of his job performance overall. Cole suggested that the White House employ the Higher Education Act of 1965 as a legal foundation for debt relief. “Failure is not an option for us,” Cole said, adding, “They have to ensure that they’ll use every legal authority to give borrowers relief from crushing student loan debt.” The high court’s decision comes as loan payments — which have been on hold since the start of the coronavirus pandemic three years ago — were already set to resume in the fall. Jed Shugerman, a law professor at Fordham University, said it would be essentially impossible to provide immediate debt relief before payments start again. “That’s why we call it administrative law rather than fiat,” Shugerman said, noting that the rulemaking process requires “crossing t’s and dotting i’s and giving real reasons for policies.” The situation has some political overlap with a COVID pandemic-era ban on nationwide evictions, which expired in 2021 with the Biden administration opposing the move but arguing that its hands were tied because the Supreme Court refused to extend it — despite the protests of progressive Democrats and housing activists. But the impact of the student loan program could be far wider. Friday’s decision wasn’t unexpected given the court’s reactions when it heard arguments in the case in February. Since then, the White House has faced pressure from activists and progressive Democrats to formulate a backup plan that would provide relief to borrowers — but spent months publicly refusing to publicly discuss a Plan B. The pressure was only intensifying now. “President Biden must keep the promise he made to cancel student debt,” said U.S. Rep. Cori Bush, a Missouri Democrat who was among the most vocal defenders of the eviction moratorium. “Inaction is not an option.” ___ Associated Press writers Chris Megerian and Collin Binkley contributed to this report. Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	2023-06-30T18:42:05+00:00	kcbd.com	https://www.kcbd.com/2023/06/30/biden-blames-gop-student-loan-ruling-2024-political-consequences-loom/
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cleanup efforts and damage assessments were underway Tuesday east of Los Angeles after heavy rains unleashed mudslides in a mountain area scorched by a wildfire two years ago, sending boulders across roads, carrying away cars and prompting evacuations and shelter-in-place orders. Firefighters went street by street to make sure no residents were trapped after mud flows began inundating roads Monday night near the community of Forest Falls. Eric Sherwin, spokesperson for the San Bernardino County Fire Department, said crews hadn’t found anyone who needed to be rescued and no one was reported missing. Multiple homes and other structures had varying levels of damage, Sherwin said, including a commercial building where the mud was so high it collapsed the roof. Rocks, dead trees and other debris surged down slopes with astonishing force in Forest Falls, Oak Glen and Yucaipa, he said. “We have boulders that moved through that weigh multiple tons,” Sherwin said. “It could take days just to find all the cars that are missing because they are completely covered by mud.” Social media video from Oak Glen showed a torrent of mud racing down a hillside, across a road and into a restaurant parking lot. Danny Imler made slow progress Tuesday as he used a plow on the front of his small tractor to try to clear several feet of mud from the driveway of his home. “I’ve been in Yucaipa 60 years,” Imler told KTLA-TV. “I’ve never seen it flood like this.” Nearly 2 inches (5 centimeters) of rain fell on Yucaipa Ridge. Concerns about more thunderstorms Tuesday prompted authorities to keep about 2,000 homes in the San Bernardino Mountains communities under evacuation orders. For some homes in Forest Falls, it was too late to evacuate Monday and residents were told to shelter in place through the night because it was safer than venturing out. The rains were the remnants of a tropical storm that brought high winds and some badly needed rainfall to drought-stricken Southern California last week, helping firefighters largely corral a wildfire that had been burning out of control about 20 miles (32 kilometers) south of the mudslides. The mud flows and flash flooding occurred in parts of the San Bernardino Mountains where there are burn scars — areas where there’s little vegetation to hold the soil — from the 2020 wildfires. “All of that dirt turns to mud and starts slipping down the mountain,” Sherwin said. One of the 2020 blazes, the El Dorado Fire, was sparked by a smoke device used by a couple to reveal their baby’s gender. A firefighter died and the couple was charged with involuntary manslaughter. The mudslides came after a week that saw California endure a record-long heatwave. Temperatures in many parts of the state rocketed past 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius), and pushed the state’s electrical grid to the breaking point as air conditioners sucked up power. The Fairview Fire in Southern California and the Mosquito Fire burning east of Sacramento broke out and raged out of control. The tropical storm aided crews battling the Fairview Fire about 75 miles (121 kilometers) southeast of Los Angeles. The 44-square-mile (114-square-kilometer) blaze was 62% contained by Tuesday. Two people died fleeing the fire, which destroyed at least 30 homes and other structures in Riverside County. The Mosquito Fire has grown to 78 square miles (200 square kilometers), with 18% containment, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. While crews were able to take advantage of cooler temperatures and higher humidity to strengthen control lines, more than 5,800 structures in Placer and El Dorado counties remained under threat, and some 11,000 residents were under evacuation orders. Smoky skies from wildfires in many areas of the West caused air quality to deteriorate Monday, with dangerous levels of particulate pollution detected by government and private monitors in portions of eastern Oregon and Washington, Northern California, central Idaho and western Montana. In some areas, people were told to avoid all outdoor activity until the pollution cleared. In Washington, fire officials scrambled to secure resources for a blaze sparked Saturday in the remote Stevens Pass area that sent hikers fleeing and forced evacuations of mountain communities. As of Monday, the Bolt Creek Fire was 2% contained and had scorched nearly 12 square miles (31 square kilometers) of forestland about 65 miles (104 kilometers) northeast of Seattle. A larger incident management team and additional fire crews were slated to arrive Tuesday, officials said. In Oregon, evacuations orders were eased near the 135-square-mile (349-square-kilometer) Cedar Creek Fire, which has burned for over a month across Lane and Deschutes counties south of Portland. Firefighters were protecting remote homes in Oakridge, Westfir and surrounding mountain communities. Sheriff’s officials warned people to remain ready to leave at a moment’s notice should conditions change. Scientists say climate change has made the West warmer and drier over the last three decades and will continue to make weather more extreme and wildfires more frequent and destructive. In the last five years, California has experienced the largest and most destructive fires in its history. ___ Associated Press writer Christopher Weber in Los Angeles contributed to this report. ___ For more AP coverage of the climate and environment: https://apnews.com/hub/climate-and-environment	2022-09-13T21:52:22+00:00	wjhl.com	https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/ap-rains-mudslides-prompt-southern-california-evacuations/
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Jacob deGrom will make his debut for the Texas Rangers — and in the American League — against a familiar foe from his nine seasons with the New York Mets. Advertisement Article continues below this ad The two-time NL Cy Young Award winner will be limited to about 65 pitches Thursday against the reigning National League champion Philadelphia Phillies. Just having deGrom healthy and on the mound for the season opener is a positive start for the Rangers and the pitcher whose last two years in New York were plagued by injuries. “We feel good about him, and he should, too. He's had some great outings,” new Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said. “I think there were probably some questions when we did have to slow play him, but now we see that he's ready.” Texas was overly cautious with its prized offseason addition ( $185 million, five-year contract in free agency ) after he reported tightness in his left side just before the team's first official spring training workout. The right-hander struck out 10 over 6 2/3 scoreless innings in his only two exhibition games in Arizona, which came after throwing batting practice and in a minor league game. Advertisement Article continues below this ad “Obviously I’d like my pitch count to be a little higher, but we’ll get there,” deGrom said. “We took the smart approach. ... If you throw through (the tightness), who knows, it could have snowballed.” Settling into his new home stadium in Arlington, Texas, DeGrom said he felt good after being able to throw all of his pitches in the final Arizona tuneup on Saturday “and everything felt like it was working. ... Now it’s time to play real baseball." DeGrom is 9-1 with a 2.18 ERA and 136 strikeouts over 120 innings in 20 career starts against the Phillies. The only teams he has faced more are the rest of the NL East: Atlanta, Miami and Washington. In three opening-day starts for the Mets, deGrom tossed 17 scoreless innings with 25 strikeouts. Aaron Nola, the 29-year-old right-hander going into the final year of his contract, will make his sixth — and maybe last — opening day start for the Phillies. It comes days after president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said discussions about a contract extension had broken off, and the pitcher indicated those could wait until after the season. Advertisement Article continues below this ad The opener also will be the Texas debut for Bochy. The three-time World Series champion manager was coaxed out of a three-year retirement by general manager Chris Young, one of his former pitchers who then revamped the Rangers rotation around a lineup with middle infielders Corey Seager and Marcus Semien, who are going into their second year together. DeGrom didn’t make his first big league start last year until Aug. 2, and he was 5-4 with a 3.08 ERA in 11 regular-season games before winning a wild-card game for the Mets. He had a career-low 1.08 ERA over 92 innings in 2021 before missing the final three months with right forearm tightness and a sprained elbow, then was shut down late in spring training last year because of a stress reaction in his right scapula. The Phillies will look different from when deGrom faced them in New York's opener two years ago. Nola didn't oppose him in that game because Philadelphia already had played a series while the Mets' scheduled opening games were wiped out because of COVID-19 issues surrounding the Washington Nationals. Four players remain from the Philadelphia starting lineup that deGrom faced in his 2021 opener, but only catcher J.T. Realmuto and third baseman Alec Bohm will play Thursday. Star slugger Bryce Harper is recovering from reconstructive right elbow surgery and first baseman Rhys Hoskins suffered a torn left ACL in spring training. Hoskins is scheduled for surgery in nearby Fort Worth on the same day of the season opener. Advertisement Article continues below this ad “Faced those guys a lot, but they've got some new faces,” deGrom said. “I've got to figure out ways to get these guys out.” Like he has so many times on opening day, and in games against the Phillies. ___	2023-03-29T20:41:43+00:00	seattlepi.com	https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/article/debut-for-degrom-in-texas-to-be-limited-against-17867339.php
- Transaction streamlines SCHMID Group's business and empowers significant investments in core segments - SCHMID Group to focus on its high-growth and accelerating markets, including high-end electronics, photovoltaics, and energy storage - Transaction bolsters Company's financial position by enhancing its balance sheet - Company on track to list on the NYSE in Q4'2023 - Group14 accelerates its strategy to build silicon battery technology infrastructure in Europe to support its automotive customers and partners FREUDENSTADT, Germany and SPREETAL (SCHWARZE PUMPE), Germany, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SCHMID Group, a global solutions provider for the high-tech electronic, photovoltaics, glass, and energy systems industries, today announced the sale of SCHMID Silicon Technology Holding GmbH (SCHMID Silicon) to Group14 Technologies, the leading global manufacturer and supplier of advanced silicon battery materials. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. On May 31, 2023, SCHMID Group announced that it is planning to list on the New York Stock Exchange in the fourth quarter of 2023, through a business combination with Pegasus Digital Mobility Acquisition Corp. In readiness for the U.S. listing, the strategic divestiture of its Silicon business unit empowers SCHMID Group to further focus on its target markets, which include high-end electronics, photovoltaics, and energy storage, and to accelerate investments in these key business segements. SCHMID Group will utilize the proceeds from the sale to further strengthen its balance sheet, improve its debt structure and to become, together with former lenders of the SCHMID Group, a strategic investor in Group 14. Christian Schmid, CEO of SCHMID Group stated: "This strategically planned sale allows us to fully focus on the strength of our core business as we work towards our planned NYSE listing. With Group14, we have found a company that is as innovation-driven as SCHMID Group, with equally strong values and exciting growth plans for the business and its employees." Group14 will combine SCHMID Silicon's leading silane process technology with its proven manufacturing capabilities to deliver high-energy density silicon battery materials, allowing the company to protect customers and partners from potential supply chain disruptions and to localize integrated silicon battery technology manufacturing in Europe. Group14 will also bring online SCHMID Silicon's state-of-the-art silane factory in Spreetal (Schwarze Pumpe). All current SCHMID Silicon employees will be retained and integrated by Group14. Furthermore, once the factory is online and operational, overall headcount is expected to grow significantly according to Group14's projections. "Group14 has been rapidly growing across critical markets, and now we're looking forward to being closer to our automotive customers in Europe to support the global energy transition," said Rick Luebbe, CEO & co-founder of Group14 Technologies. "Germany has long been the home for many of the world's largest and oldest automakers, and we're looking forward to putting this critical stake in the ground to bring forth a resilient silicon battery supply chain capable of meeting global demand right now." About SCHMID Group The SCHMID Group is a world-leading global solutions provider for the high-tech electronic, photovoltaics, glass, and energy systems industries, with its parent company Gebr. SCHMID GmbH is based in Freudenstadt, Germany. Founded in 1864, today it employs more than 800 staff members worldwide, and has technology centers and manufacturing sites in multiple locations including Germany and China, in addition to several sales and service locations globally. The Group focuses on developing customized equipment and process solutions for multiple industries including electronics, renewables and energy storage. Further information is available at: www.schmid-group.com. Contact Information SCHMID Group: Kekst CNC Daniel Yunger / Knut Engelmann kekstcnc-schmid@kekstcnc.com Disclaimers No Offer or Solicitation This communication is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any offer, solicitation or sale of securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. 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Heavy wildfire smoke rolled into Central Oregon Monday, moving much of the region into the hazardous air quality territory. It ranked Central Oregon among the worst air quality levels in the world. Central Oregon Daily News Chief Meteorologist Dorrell Wenninger says the poor air quality is expected to continue Tuesday and Wednesday. These were the air quality levels in Central Oregon cities as of 10:00 a.m. Monday. An Air Quality Index (AQI) value of 50 or below represents good air quality, while an AQI value over 300 represents hazardous. air quality. - La Pine and Sunriver: 455 AQI (Hazardous) - Bend: 326 AQI (Hazardous) - Redmond: 326 AQI (Hazardous) - Madras: 111 AQI (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups) - Sisters: 109 AQI (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups) - Prineville: 108 AQI (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups) “If you were outside right now, in the 350’s for 24 hours, that would be like smoking 15 cigarettes,” said Jess LeBlanc, Mosaic Medical Chief Health Officer. By 2:30 p.m. Monday, most of these had improved but Bend, Redmond, La Pine, Sunriver and Sisters were still in the unhealthy to very unhealthy range. RELATED: Cedar Creek Fire growth slows dramatically; Some evacuation levels lowered The World Air Quality Index project map at 10:15 a.m. Monday showed that Central Oregon was listed among the worst air quality levels on the planet. The maroon 371 marker you see listed on the map is for Bend. How is the Air Quality Index calculated? “The Air Quality Index when it comes to wildfire smoke, is measuring these little particulate grains of soot, essentially called particulate matter 2.5. And that’s referring to the size, which is just teeny, tiny,” said Harry Esteve with the Oregon Department of Environmental quality. “Wildfire smoke produces these particles and that’s where the health concerns come in because they can get breathed in, absorbed into the bloodstream, etc.” But what if you live in an area that doesn’t have an Air Quality Index monitor? Central Oregon Fire Information has these tips says you should use the 5-3-1 visibility index as a guide.	2022-09-13T01:37:34+00:00	centraloregondaily.com	https://centraloregondaily.com/air-quality-central-oregon/
Through partnerships with leading providers including Nationwide and Allstate, Ando will plant 100 trees for every policy it generates and lay the groundwork for 100% fossil-fuel free insurance SAN DIEGO, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ando, the sustainable digital banking service, is now offering a sustainable insurance program in which it will plant 100 carbon-reducing trees for every customer policy it opens through its insurance partners, including Nationwide and Allstate. Ando customers are currently able to purchase new auto, homeowners, renters, pet and umbrella policies or transfer their existing policies to Ando to serve as their agent. Ando is opening the program to the public in July. Ando's goal is to offer the first-ever insurance policies in which none of the customers' premiums will be used to invest in fossil fuels. The company launched in 2021 to provide a banking alternative for the millions of Americans who strive to lower their climate footprint but were unaware of how their deposits at traditional banks were used to invest in fossil fuels. By offering the same alternative in insurance, Ando will expand the scope of financial independence from fossil fuels available to sustainability-conscious consumers. Ando's overall goal is for customer premiums to be invested in green loans that directly fight climate change. "Ando was founded on the understanding that the best way to fight climate change is by making sure our money isn't going to the fossil fuel industry," said JP McNeill, president and CEO of Ando. "We've tackled this issue with our banking services and now we are breaking entirely new ground by opening the door to clean insurance. With this program, our customers have the opportunity to be active participants in pushing for historic change in how the insurance industry does business." According to a report by S&P global, U.S. insurance companies have used customers' premiums to invest $582 billion in fossil fuels. These investments allow gas, oil, coal and other fossil fuel companies to continue building new extraction infrastructure that forestalls the adoption of renewable energy. Ando is the Sustainable Banking platform revolutionizing the financial industry by exclusively and transparently investing 100% of customer deposits into projects and companies committed to fighting climate change (solar energy systems, reforestation, green "building," etc.). Ando, a Certified B Corporation, offers premium banking features, including a 1.5% unlimited cash back Visa Debit card (made from post-consumer recycled PVC), early access to paychecks, and up to $200 of overdraft protection. Also, Ando enables its customers to personally "divest" by guaranteeing customer deposits will never be invested in any facet of the fossil fuel industry. www.andomoney.com View original content: SOURCE Ando	2022-06-22T14:10:32+00:00	kwtx.com	https://www.kwtx.com/prnewswire/2022/06/22/ando-offers-worlds-first-sustainable-insurance/
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cleveland Cavaliers are hosting their 2022 Media Day on Monday at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Our reporters in attendance are providing live updates for you below. The schedule for the day’s events: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Media/Attendee Welcome Brunch 12:30 p.m.: Cavaliers Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff Availability 12:45 p.m.-5 p.m.: Cavaliers Players’ Media Day Circuit If you have trouble accessing the updates below, click here.	2022-09-25T23:58:57+00:00	cleveland.com	https://www.cleveland.com/cavs/2022/09/follow-live-updates-from-cleveland-cavaliers-media-day-at-rocket-mortgage-fieldhouse.html
BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — Romania briefly scrambled military jets and neighboring Moldova temporarily closed its air space Tuesday after authorities in both countries reported mysterious weather balloon-like objects traversing their skies. The incidents occurred at around midday local time and briefly raised concerns in the two Eastern European countries, both which border Ukraine and have been affected by Russia’s war. Romania’s defense ministry said it deployed two jets that are under NATO command to its southeastern skies to seek an aerial object it described as being small with “characteristics similar to a weather balloon.” It had been detected initially by radar systems in Romanian airspace at an altitude of about 11,000 meters (36,000 feet). “The crews of the two aircraft did not confirm the presence of the aerial target, neither visually nor on the onboard radars,” a ministry statement said, adding that the two MiG-21 LanceR aircraft stayed in the vicinity for about 30 minutes before returning to base. It was unclear whether the two incidents were related, and neither country said where they believed the objects had come from. The events follow a string of comparable incidents this month in the U.S., in which objects detected and shot down by warplanes included a high-altitude Chinese balloon that traversed American airspace. China said it was a weather balloon that had accidentally drifted off course. The incident in Moldova triggered widespread travel disruption and brief panic when authorities temporarily closed the country’s airspace over what they later described as an object “similar to a weather balloon” spotted near the northern border with Ukraine. Scores of flights in the country of about 2.6 million people, one of Europe’s poorest, were canceled or rescheduled. Some were diverted to Romania. “Given the weather conditions and the impossibility of monitoring and identifying the object as well as its flight path … the decision was taken to temporarily close the airspace,” Moldova’s aviation authority said in a statement. Romania has been a NATO member since 2004 and a European Union member since 2007. Moldova is militarily neutral and thus not a potential NATO member. It’s looking to forge closer ties with the west and was granted EU candidate status last June, the same day as Ukraine. On Monday, Moldovan President Maia Sandu accused Russia of plotting to overthrow her country’s government and derail it from its EU accession path. Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova dismissed Sandu’s claims on Tuesday as “absolutely unfounded and unsubstantiated.”	2023-02-15T08:52:02+00:00	ktalnews.com	https://www.ktalnews.com/news/u-s-world/ap-romania-moldova-both-report-strange-objects-in-their-skies/
Nacho fries are officially returning to Taco Bell’s menu! Back on the menu for the ninth time since their debut in 2018, Nacho Fries will again be available nationwide for a limited time beginning April 13. You’ll find them in the original version (fries with cheese sauce), plus a new take on the dish made with Yellowbird Hot Sauce. The original Nacho Fries will be priced at $1.99, while the Yellowbird Nacho Fries will be $4.99. The Yellowbird version features a Spicy Habanero Ranch sauce made exclusively for Taco Bell, potato fries, nacho cheese sauce and steak. The Yellowbird fries will be available until April 27 or while supplies last. If you don’t want just Nacho Fries, you can find them in a “Deluxe Cravings Box” that also includes a Chicken Chalupa Supreme, Beefy 5-Layer Burrito, Doritos Locos Taco and a medium drink for $8.49. If you like your Taco Bell spicy, you can also add the Spicy Habanero Ranch sauce to any menu item for just $1. Based in Austin, Texas, Taco Bell says Yellowbird is “known for using homegrown, flavorful and premium ingredients and its exclusive sauce collab with Taco Bell puts a kick in the brand’s iconic Nacho Fries.” “We pride ourselves with serving bold flavors, so partnering with Yellowbird to deliver on spice and craveability feels like second nature,” Liz Matthews, Taco Bell’s chief food innovation officer, said in a press release. “Yellowbird utilizes premium ingredients to create their sauces and the Spicy Habanero Ranch sauce seamlessly compliments the full Taco Bell menu. While they won’t be on the menu for long, the Yellowbird Nacho Fries are something really special we’ve been working to bring to fans everywhere.” If you want to try your hand at making your own Nacho Fries for when Taco Bell’s inevitably are pulled off the menu again, this copycat recipe from Eating on a Dime uses frozen French fries and a handful of seasonings like paprika, chili powder and cayenne pepper. While the recipe also calls for making your own cheese sauce, you could instead buy a jar at your local grocery store if you’d rather save some time and dig in sooner! This story originally appeared on Simplemost. Check out Simplemost for additional stories.	2023-04-12T19:43:14+00:00	ktvh.com	https://www.ktvh.com/taco-bells-nacho-fries-are-coming-back-again
WASHINGTON — Ken Starr, a former federal appellate judge and a prominent attorney whose criminal investigation of Bill Clinton led to the president’s impeachment, died Tuesday at age 76, his family said. Starr died at a hospital Tuesday of complications from surgery, according to his former colleague, attorney Mark Lanier. He said Starr had been hospitalized in an intensive care unit in Houston for about four months. In 2020, he was recruited to the legal team representing President Donald Trump in the nation’s third presidential impeachment trial. For many years, Starr’s stellar reputation as a lawyer seemed to place him on a path to the Supreme Court. At age 37, he became the youngest person ever to serve on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, where Chief Justice John Roberts and justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Clarence Thomas and Antonin Scalia also had served. From 1989-93, Starr was the solicitor general in the administration of President George H.W. Bush, arguing 25 cases before the Supreme Court. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell remembered Starr Tuesday as “a brilliant litigator, an impressive leader, and a devoted patriot.” Despite his impressive legal credentials, nothing could have prepared him for the task of investigating a sitting president. In a probe that lasted five years, Starr looked into fraudulent real estate deals involving a long-time Clinton associate, delved into the removal of documents from the office of deputy White House counsel Vincent Foster after his suicide and assembled evidence of Clinton’s sexual encounters with Monica Lewinsky, a former White House intern. Each of the controversies held the potential to do serious, perhaps fatal, damage to Clinton’s presidency. As Clinton’s legal problems worsened, the White House pilloried Starr as a right-wing fanatic doing the bidding of Republicans bent on destroying the president. “The assaults took a toll” on the investigation, Starr told a Senate committee in 1999. “A duly authorized federal law enforcement investigation came to be characterized as yet another political game. Law became politics by other means.” In a bitter finish to his investigation of the Lewinsky affair that engendered still more criticism, Starr filed a report, as the law required, with the U.S. House of Representatives. He concluded that Clinton lied under oath, engaged in obstruction of justice and followed a pattern of conduct that was inconsistent with the president’s constitutional duty to faithfully execute the laws. House Republicans used Starr’s report as a roadmap in the impeachment of the president, who was acquitted in a Senate trial. In 2020, he was recruited to help represent Trump in the nation’s third impeachment trial. In a memorable statement to Congress during the Trump impeachment trial, Starr said “we are living in what I think can aptly be described as the ‘age of impeachment.’” He said that “like war, impeachment is hell, or at least presidential impeachment is hell.” Clinton’s legal problems began during the 1992 presidential campaign. Questions arose over the candidate’s ties to the owner of a failed Arkansas savings and loan. The issue faded quickly. But it caught the attention of federal regulators, who began looking into whether money from the S&L had been diverted to a real estate venture called Whitewater in which Bill and Hillary Clinton and the S&L’s owner, Jim McDougal, shared a financial interest. Bowing to intense political pressure from Republicans and some members of his own party, Clinton called for appointment of a special counsel to investigate Whitewater. A three-member appeals court for independent counsels selected Starr. On the Whitewater front, Starr’s prosecutors investigated Mrs. Clinton’s legal work for Jim McDougal’s S&L. Both she and the president were questioned by Starr’s prosecutors and their videotaped depositions were played for juries in criminal trials of McDougal and his ex-wife Susan. Neither of the Clintons was ever charged in connection with Whitewater. The investigation of Clinton’s intimate relationship with Lewinsky was a Washington spectacle. In 1995, Lewinsky went to work at the White House as an intern. During the government shutdown late that year, she and Clinton had a sexual encounter in a hallway near the Oval Office, the first of 10 sexual encounters over the next year and a half. Lewinsky confided the affair to a co-worker, Linda Tripp, who tape recorded some of their conversations and brought the tapes to Starr’s prosecutors. Lewinsky was granted immunity from prosecution and became Starr’s chief witness against the president, who had denied having sexual relations with Lewinsky. Putting the investigation behind him, Starr embarked on a career in academia, first as dean of the law school at Pepperdine University where he taught constitutional issues and civil procedures, then as president of Baylor University in his home state of Texas. He also became an author, writing “First Among Equals: The Supreme Court in American Life.” Starr was demoted from the presidency at Baylor in 2016 amid a sex assault scandal that rocked the Big 12 school and its football program, as women alleged campus leaders at the nation’s largest Baptist school bungled or ignored their assault complaints. Baylor eventually settled with several women who filed a cascade of lawsuits, including a case where the victim of a 2015 attack accused Baylor of fostering a “hunting ground for sexual predators.” The school’s board of regents allowed Starr to stay on as chancellor and law school professor, jobs that carried no “operational” duties at Baylor. He resigned altogether a few months later. Football coach Art Briles also was fired. A review commissioned by the school found that under Starr, school administrators discouraged students from reporting or participating in student conduct reviews, and even contributed to or accommodated a “hostile” environment against the alleged victims. In a statement, Starr apologized to “those victims who were not treated with the care, concern, and support they deserve.” Born in Vernon and raised in San Antonio, Starr earned his B.A. from George Washington University in 1968, his M.A. from Brown University in 1969 and his J.D. degree from Duke University Law School in 1973. He was a law clerk to Chief Justice Warren E. Burger from 1975 to 1977. As a young attorney at the law firm of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher in Los Angeles, Starr worked with William French Smith, who became attorney general in the administration of President Ronald Reagan. Starr became counselor to Smith, and from there was nominated by Reagan to the federal appeals court. to Smith, and from there was nominated by Reagan to the federal appeals court.	2022-09-13T22:47:32+00:00	wtsp.com	https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/nation-world/ken-starr-dies-at-76/507-03e2a815-d02d-4437-9513-0fbc9a99c07b
NEW YORK — David McCullough, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author whose lovingly crafted narratives on subjects ranging from the Brooklyn Bridge to Presidents John Adams and Harry Truman made him among the most popular and influential historians of his time, has died. He was 89. McCullough died Sunday in Hingham, Massachusetts, according to his publisher, Simon & Schuster. He died less than two months after his beloved wife, Rosalee. “David McCullough was a national treasure. His books brought history to life for millions of readers. Through his biographies, he dramatically illustrated the most ennobling parts of the American character,” Simon & Schuster CEO Jonathan Karp said in a statement. A joyous and tireless student of the past, McCullough dedicated himself to sharing his own passion for history with the general public. He saw himself as an everyman blessed with lifelong curiosity and the chance to take on the subjects he cared most about. His fascination with architecture and construction inspired his early works on the Panama Canal and the Brooklyn Bridge, while his admiration for leaders whom he believed were good men drew him to Adams and Truman. In his 70s and 80s, he indulged his affection for Paris with the 2011 release “The Greater Journey” and for aviation with a best-seller on the Wright Brothers that came out in 2015. Beyond his books, the handsome, white-haired McCullough may have had the most recognizable presence of any historian, his fatherly baritone known to fans of PBS’s “The American Experience” and Ken Burns’ epic “Civil War” documentary. “Hamilton” author Ron Chernow once called McCullough “both the name and the voice of American history.” McCullough’s celebrations of the American past also led to the toughest criticism against him — that affection turned too easily to romanticization. His 2019 book “The Pioneers” was faulted for minimizing the atrocities committed against Native Americans as 19th century settlers moved westward. In earlier works, he was accused him of avoiding the harder truths about Truman, Adams and others and of placing storytelling above analysis. “McCullough’s specific contribution has been to treat large-scale historical biography as yet another genre of spectatorial appreciation, an exercise in character recognition, a reliable source of edification and pleasant uplift,” Sean Wilentz wrote in The New Republic in 2001. Interviewed that same year by The Associated Press, McCullough responded to criticism that he was too soft by saying that “some people not only want their leaders to have feet of clay, but to be all clay.” But even peers who found flaws in his work praised his kindness and generosity and acknowledged his talent. And millions of readers, and the smaller circle of award givers, were moved by his stories. For years, from a wireless cottage on the grounds of his house on Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts, McCullough completed works on a Royal Standard typewriter that changed minds and shaped the marketplace. He helped raise the reputations of Truman and Adams, and he started a wave of best-sellers about the American Revolution, including McCullough’s own “1776.” McCullough received the National Book Award for “The Path Between the Seas,” about the building of the Panama Canal; and for “Mornings on Horseback,” a biography of Theodore Roosevelt; and Pulitzers for “Truman,” in 1992, and for “John Adams” in 2002. “The Great Bridge,” a lengthy exploration of the Brooklyn Bridge’s construction, was ranked No. 48 on the Modern Library’s list of the best 100 nonfiction works of the 20th century and is still widely regarded as the definitive text of the great 19th century project. Upon his 80th birthday, his native Pittsburgh renamed the 16th Street Bridge the “David McCullough Bridge.” McCullough also was a favorite in Washington, D.C. He addressed a joint session of Congress in 1989 and, in 2006, received a Presidential Medal of Freedom. Politicians frequently claimed to have read his books, especially his biographies of Truman and Adams. Jimmy Carter cited “The Path Between the Seas″ as a factor in pushing for the 1977 treaties which returned control of the Panama Canal to Panama, and politicians on both sides of the issue cited it during debate. Barack Obama included McCullough among a gathering of scholars who met at the White House soon after he was elected. The historian was non-partisan for much of his life, but spoke out against Donald Trump in 2016, leading a group of historians that included Burns and Chernow in denouncing the Republican presidential nominee as a “monstrous clown with a monstrous ego.” McCullough also had one emphatic cause: education. He worried that Americans knew too little about history and didn’t appreciate the sacrifices of the Revolutionary era. He spoke often at campuses and before Congress, once telling a Senate Committee that because of the No Child Left Behind act “history is being put on the back burner or taken off the stove altogether in many or most schools, in favor of math and reading.” McCullough also was active in the preservation of historical regions. He opposed the building of a residential tower near the Brooklyn Bridge and was among the historians and authors in the 1990s who criticized the Walt Disney Company’s planned Civil War theme park in a region of northern Virginia of particular historical significance. “We have so little left that’s authentic and real,” McCullough said at the time. “To replace what we have with plastic, contrived history, mechanical history is almost sacrilege.” McCullough took on a few rascals in his books, notably the conniving New York politicians involved with the Brooklyn Bridge, but he preferred to write about people he liked, comparing it to the choice of a roommate. Revulsion at the private life of Pablo Picasso drove him to abandon a planned book on the artist, while his biography on Adams was originally supposed to be on Adams and Thomas Jefferson, whose character also proved too flawed. McCullough, whose father and grandfather founded the McCullough Electric Company, was born in Pittsburgh in 1933. He loved history as a child, recalling lively dinner conversations, portraits of Washington and Lincoln that seemed to hang in every home and the field trip to a nearby site where Washington fought one of his earliest battles. He majored in English at Yale University and met playwright Thornton Wilder, who encouraged the young student to write. McCullough worked at the United States Information Agency, Sports Illustrated and the American Heritage Publishing Company before deciding that he wanted to try a book about an event that took place in his home state in 1889 — the Johnstown Flood, which killed more than 2,000 people and was as much a disaster in its time as Hurricane Katrina was more than a century later. Breaking News Alerts McCullough researched the book in his spare time, and pleaded in vain with Little, Brown and Company to publish him. He ended up with Simon & Schuster, which released the book in 1968 — for an advance of $5,000 — and remained his publisher for the rest of his career. “The Johnstown Flood” was successful enough that McCullough worried he would be typecast as an author of failure, “Bad News McCullough.” Publishers were asking him to write about the Chicago Fire and the San Francisco earthquake of 1906. So for his next book, “The Great Bridge,” he told a story of success. “That I knew little or nothing about civil engineering, that I had never done well in math or physics or had much interest in things mechanical didn’t deter me in the least,” he later wrote. “I was too excited. There was so much I wanted to know.” McCullough followed with “The Path Between the Seas”; and “Mornings on Horseback,” published in 1981 and praised by Gore Vidal as “part of a new and welcome genre: the biographical sketch.” “Mornings on Horseback” won the National Book Award, but, Vidal noted, was overshadowed by the release of Edmund Morris’ Pulitzer Prize-winning “The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt.” It would be the last time a McCullough book received second billing. He had considered a biography of Franklin Roosevelt, but instead related to Roosevelt’s less dynamic, more forthright successor, Harry Truman. McCullough spent the next decade writing the book, living for a time in Truman’s hometown, Independence, Missouri, and making a daily routine, as the former president did, of a morning walk. “Truman,” published in 1992, was a million seller that capped and confirmed a long rise in the standing of a man who had left office 40 years earlier with an approval rating under 30% and now was virtually canonized as an honest and tenacious leader. Among the book’s fans were presidential hopeful Ross Perot, who bluntly compared himself to Truman, and the first President Bush, who even consulted with McCullough during his unsuccessful bid for re-election. “John Adams,” published in 2001, was just as popular and just as helpful to its subject, with Congress passing legislation later that year to build a monument in honor of the second president. “1776″ came out in 2005, followed by an illustrated edition two years later. An HBO miniseries based on “John Adams,” starring Paul Giamatti and Laura Linney, aired in 2008. Tom Hanks was planning a miniseries based on McCullough’s book on the Wright brothers. McCullough had five children and an affinity for happily married politicians such as Truman and Adams that could be traced to his wife, Rosalee Barnes, whom he married in 1954 and who died in June. She was his editor, muse and closest friend. At his home in Martha’s Vineyard, McCullough would proudly show visiting reporters a photograph of their first meeting, at a spring dance, the two gazing upon each other.	2022-08-08T18:09:59+00:00	sun-sentinel.com	https://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/nationworld/ct-aud-nw-david-mccullough-dies-20220808-tbl2kfitsjbn7ahtxbwmxjkmla-story.html
Treasury and cash management solutions expert Superior Press rebrands to Superior to reflect the company's evolution from check printing experts to technology-enabled customer experience specialists and platform conversion experts. SANTA FE SPRINGS, California, Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With almost 100 years experience in check printing and providing treasury supplies for banks, the recent rebranding of Superior Press to Superior signifies a turning point in the company's continued commitment to listening to its bank clients and evolving business model. 'It's simple, we are here to make the bank's life easier,' comments Steve Traut, SVP Sales at Superior. 'Customer experience has always been at the heart of our business and with our full suite of conversion support tools and technology partnered with the best client delivery team in the banking industry, it was time to drop the "press" from our name." This has in turn transformed the customer service model and Superior has kept pace with the changing needs of its banking clients. 'Check printing and hardware distribution for banks and businesses will continue to remain a core competency as banks will always need quality, secure, trustworthy partners' comments Kevin Traut, Superior's President. 'Our commercial bank partners look to us for more solutions, more flexibility and automation in this digital world. Our rebrand marks Superior's focus on delivering first class customer experience to our banking clients as solution experts. Helping make the best…. Superior.' For more information, visit www.superiorpress.com About Superior: Founded in 1931, www.superiorpress.com rapidly developed a strong reputation for excellent client service. Trusted by bank and business clients and with a century of innovative solutions and dedicated service, the company has evolved from check printing specialists to client experience experts. www.superiorpress.com continues to hold a strong reputation in the banking industry for excellence in customer experience, efficient product delivery and a team who listens to its clients to help solve banks' most pressing commercial product challenges. Contact: Name: April Levin Email address: sp_marketing@superiorpress.com Phone number: 562-368-1700 Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1955153/Superior.jpg Logo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1955152/Superior_Logo.jpg View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Superior	2022-11-28T14:27:37+00:00	wsfa.com	https://www.wsfa.com/prnewswire/2022/11/28/digital-investment-drives-growth-treasury-solutions-expert-superior-press-rebrands-superior-reflect-broadening-expertise/
Radial Power is a joint venture comprised of investment affiliates of energyRe and Starwood Energy, the large-scale energy affiliates of the Related Companies and of Starwood Capital Group respectively HOUSTON and NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Starwood Energy Group Global, LLC ("Starwood Energy"), and energyRe LLC ("energyRe"), today announced the launch of Radial Power, LLC ("Radial Power"). Radial Power will seek to deliver best-in-class portfolio-wide distributed clean energy solutions to large real estate and C&I asset owners, while unlocking revenues from underutilized real estate, delivering cost savings, and helping to facilitate North America's energy transition. Radial Power is a joint venture comprising investment affiliates of energyRe and Starwood Energy, respectively, the large-scale energy affiliates of the Related Companies ("Related" and Starwood Capital Group ("Starwood Capital") —two of the most innovative real estate investment companies in the United States. Investment affiliates of energyRe and Starwood Energy will be the direct investors in Radial Power. Starwood Capital and the Related Companies, which combined have approximately 2,000 assets across all real estate asset classes in more than 45 states valued in excess of $175 billion, anticipate becoming Radial Power's foundational customers for Radial Power's asset and regional specific solutions. Related and Starwood Capital rank among the largest owners, developers and preservationists of affordable and workforce housing in the country. Related Companies own more than 55,000 affordable residences in cities across America, and Starwood Capital's portfolio surpasses 47,000 units. Radial Power will seek to bring clean energy solutions and programming to residences within these extensive affordable housing portfolios and to enhance community health, resiliency and sustainability. "We are delighted to announce the launch of Radial Power, in partnership with the management team and energyRe," said Barry Sternlicht, Chairman of both Starwood Energy and of Starwood Capital Group. "Radial Power's mission complements Starwood Capital's energy transition efforts, affirms our commitment to best-in-class environmental, social and governance performance across our funds and assets, and supports Starwood Capital's pledge to continue to deliver value for our investors for decades to come." "As the United States sets an ambitious pace for the nation's energy goals, Radial Power's mission to advance innovative, state-of-the-art clean energy solutions is more urgent than ever," said Jeff Blau, Chairman and Founding Partner of energyRe and CEO of the Related Companies. "We are proud to partner with Starwood Energy to build a platform like Radial Power that will deliver on our shared long-term dedication to sustainability and a reliable energy transition across our assets." "We are delighted to launch Radial Power and to offer a unique platform to the marketplace," said Himanshu Saxena, CEO of Starwood Energy. "Radial Power's world-class team will work with Starwood Capital, Related Companies and other real estate owners to offer decarbonization solutions, including solar, EV charging, distributed storage and combined heat and power solutions. In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, Radial Power will offer tailored solutions to help meet the ESG objectives of numerous customers." "energyRe is committed to a renewable, reliable, and responsible energy transition—and that is exactly what Radial Power will bring to market," said Miguel Prado, CEO of energyRe. "As portfolio owners seek to reduce their environmental footprints, Radial Power's comprehensive clean energy solutions and programming will be critical to meeting those timely ESG and sustainability objectives. The Inflation Reduction Act is a paradigm shift in our country's approach to the energy transition—and energyRe is ready to build on that momentum and bring our decades of expertise and industry leadership to the fight for a more resilient future." Radial Power will assist owners of large real estate portfolios in developing programs across multiple state and utility regulatory jurisdictions to achieve their ESG, climate, and renewable energy objectives. Radial Power seeks to provide its partners and customers with both asset and portfolio-level, turn-key integrated C&I solutions, including developing, owning, and operating photovoltaic solar, battery energy storage solutions ("BESS"), and electric vehicle ("EV") charging solutions across utility service territories in the continental United States. Radial Power's goals include leveraging its codified set of proprietary tools and processes to design and deliver a fully financed deployment plan for portfolios with 1,000+ assets of various classes within 45 days from initial contact. Radial Power's ongoing ownership of its solar, BESS, and EV charging assets will support the company's delivery of superior customer service, including hassle-free construction, operations and maintenance, and regular portfolio reviews to unlock additional value-added solutions as technology costs decline, and regulatory incentives make new distributed energy solutions ever more viable over time. "The increasing cost competitiveness of clean energy technologies, maturing regulatory frameworks, and local, state, and federal incentives serve as tailwinds for adoptions of clean energy solutions," said John Bates, CEO of Radial Power. "Radial Power seeks to access this enormous market opportunity and to deliver significant economic and environmental value to stakeholders across the board." Radial Power is led by an experienced management team with 60 years of cumulative and relevant industry experience for developing and building sustainable and profitable solar, BESS, EV, and clean energy financing assets and businesses. About Radial Power Radial Power is a privately-owned, developer-owner-operator of distributed clean energy assets across large real estate portfolios, based in Houston Texas. Radial Power is a jointly owned by investment affiliates of energyRe and of Starwood Energy. For more information, visit www.radialpower.com About energyRe energyRe, LLC is a leading independent clean energy company with offices in New York and Houston, focused on solving complex challenges and providing clean energy solutions. The executive management team has developed and built more than 8,800 MW of wind, solar and storage facilities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. energyRe's founding investors include principals of Related Companies, one of the nation's most prominent privately-owned real estate firms and one of the country's largest creators and preservationists of affordable housing. energyRe is guided by the values of community engagement, government partnership, and a demonstrated commitment to sustainability. For more information about energyRe, visit www.energyre.com About Related Companies Related Companies is a global real estate and lifestyle company defined by innovation and one of the most prominent privately-owned real estate firms in the United States. Formed 50 years ago, Related is one of the largest private owners and preservationists of affordable housing in the U.S. and a fully integrated, highly diversified industry leader with experience in virtually every aspect of development, acquisition, management, finance, marketing, and sales. Headquartered in New York City, Related has offices and major developments in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, West Palm Beach, Miami, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi and London, and boasts a team of approximately 4,000 professionals. With over $60 billion in assets owned or under development, including the 28-acre Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan's West Side, The Square in Downtown West Palm Beach, The Grand LA and Related Santa Clara in California and The 78 in Chicago, Related was named to Fast Company Magazine's list of the 50 Most Innovative Companies in the World. For more information about Related, please visit www.related.com. About Starwood Energy Group Starwood Energy is a private equity investment firm based in Greenwich, Conn., that specializes in energy infrastructure investments. Through its existing general opportunity funds and affiliated investment vehicles, Starwood Energy has raised in excess of $3 billion of equity capital and has executed transactions totaling more than $8 billion in enterprise value. For more information, please visit www.starwoodenergygroup.com About Starwood Capital Group Starwood Capital Group is a private investment firm with a core focus on global real estate, energy infrastructure and oil & gas. The Firm and its affiliates maintain 16 offices in seven countries around the world, and currently have approximately 4,500 employees. Since its inception in 1991, Starwood Capital Group has raised over $70 billion of capital, and currently has over $120 billion of assets under management. Through a series of comingled opportunity funds and Starwood Real Estate Income Trust, Inc. (SREIT), a non-listed REIT, the Firm has invested in virtually every category of real estate on a global basis, opportunistically shifting asset classes, geographies and positions in the capital stack as it perceives risk/reward dynamics to be evolving. Starwood Capital also manages Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD), the largest commercial mortgage real estate investment trust in the United States, which has successfully deployed over $91 billion of capital since inception and manages a portfolio of $27 billion across debt and equity investments. Over the past 30 years, Starwood Capital Group and its affiliates have successfully executed an investment strategy that involves building enterprises in both the private and public markets. Additional information can be found at starwoodcapital.com. View original content: SOURCE energyRe	2022-09-21T13:13:50+00:00	kcrg.com	https://www.kcrg.com/prnewswire/2022/09/21/starwood-energy-energyre-announce-launch-radial-power/
RENO, Nev., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - i-80 GOLD CORP. (TSX: IAU) (NYSE: IAUX) ("i-80", or the "Company") will announce its unaudited financial and operating results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022 before market open Wednesday, November 9, 2022. The Company will host a live conference call and webcast on that same day, commencing at 10:00 am ET, providing the opportunity for analysts and investors to ask questions of i-80 Gold's executive team. North American Toll-free: 1-888-882-4478 Confirmation Code: 5905476 A recording of the call can be accessed until November 16, 2022. North American Toll-free Replay: 1-888-203-1112 Replay Code: 5905476 i-80 Gold Corp. is a well-financed, Nevada-focused, mining company with a goal of achieving mid-tier gold producer status through the development of multiple deposits within the Company's advanced-stage property portfolio anticipated to be processed at the centrally located Lone Tree processing facility and autoclave. Certain statements in this release constitute "forward-looking statements" or "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including but not limited to, actual production results and costs, outcomes and timing of updated technical studies and future exploration results. Such statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the company, its projects, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or information. Such statements can be identified by the use of words such as "may", "would", "could", "will", "intend", "expect", "believe", "plan", "anticipate", "estimate", "scheduled", "forecast", "predict" and other similar terminology, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. These statements reflect the Company's current expectations regarding future events, performance and results and speak only as of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements and information involve significant risks and uncertainties, should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indicators of whether or not such results will be achieved. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements or information, including, but not limited to: material adverse changes, unexpected changes in laws, rules or regulations, or their enforcement by applicable authorities; the failure of parties to contracts with the company to perform as agreed; social or labour unrest; changes in commodity prices; and the failure of exploration programs or studies to deliver anticipated results or results that would justify and support continued exploration, studies, development or operations. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE i-80 Gold Corp	2022-10-25T11:24:11+00:00	wsfa.com	https://www.wsfa.com/prnewswire/2022/10/25/i-80-gold-announce-third-quarter-financial-results-november-9-2022/
An elementary school student in Wisconsin is alive thanks to the quick action of a teacher ABC affiliate WXOW reported that third-grader Bryson Moe was eating almonds when he realized something wasn't right. "Bryson had come up to me. He had a look of panic," teacher Samantha Wais told the news outlet. "I just feel like my mama bear teacher mode kicked in. I just turned him around and started doing the Heimlich. It just was like an instinct." Moe said he was thankful for her help. "She saved my life," Moe told the news outlet. Wais told the news outlet that you're never sure when a moment like this could happen, so that's why she said it's important to pay attention and retain any emergency training.	2022-09-19T18:51:23+00:00	ksby.com	https://www.ksby.com/news/national/teacher-credited-for-saving-the-life-of-choking-student
FAA to give airports $1 billion for terminals and upgrades The Biden administration is giving nearly $1 billion to 85 airports to expand and upgrade terminals and other facilities, using money approved in last year's huge infrastructure bill. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the projects will help meet future demand for travel and make flying safer and more efficient. “I don’t think anybody could look at airports across America today and say that the existing system and existing levels of funding have been adequate,” Buttigieg told reporters. The grants announced Thursday are the first installment of $5 billion for airport projects that were included in an infrastructure bill that Congress approved and President Joe Biden signed last November. The largest of the Federal Aviation Administration grants include $60 million to improve the terminal and replace the bag-handling system at Denver International Airport, $50 million apiece for Boston's Logan Airport and Orlando International Airport in Florida, $49.6 million for Dulles Airport outside Washington, D.C., to build a new concourse and $20 million for Pittsburgh International Airport to build a new terminal next to the old one. The main airports in Detroit and Philadelphia will get more than $20 million each to renovate their restrooms. The FAA said 532 airports submitted applications for 658 projects that, if all had been granted, would have totaled more than $14 billion. In the past, federal funds have gone largely into runways, taxiways and towers while airports paid for terminal upgrades with money they get from passenger facility charges, or PFCs — up to $4.50 per flight that is tacked onto every airline ticket. Buttigieg said it is fine to spend taxpayer money on projects that were generally funded by passenger fees in the past because “there is a need out there; taxpayers expect it and want it.” Congress could consider raising ticket taxes for airport projects next year. Airports want to raise the fees, but airlines don’t.	2022-07-07T14:10:30+00:00	koat.com	https://www.koat.com/article/airports-to-get-1-billion-for-terminals-and-upgrades/40540984
This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka's ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who returned home after seven weeks in exile following protests over economic hardships, could face legal action over forced disappearances of activists now that he has been stripped of constitutional immunity, a lawyer said Saturday. Rajapaksa flew to Colombo around midnight Friday from Thailand and was escorted under military guard to his new home in the capital. He has no pending court cases because he was protected by constitutional immunity as president. A corruption case against him during his time as a top defense official was withdrawn soon after he was elected in 2019. However, Rajapaksa will be served a summons next week to appear at the Supreme Court, where his immunity from testifying on the forced disappearance of two young political activists is challenged, said lawyer Nuwan Bopage, who represents the victims' families. He said Rajapaksa fled the country when he was about to be served a summons in July. The disappearances took place 12 years ago soon after the end of the country's long civil war when Rajapaksa was a powerful official at the Defense Ministry under the presidency of his older brother. At the time, Rajapaksa was accused of overseeing abduction squads that whisked away rebel suspects, critical journalists and activists, many of them never to be seen again. He has previously denied any wrongdoing. Rajapaksa escaped from his official residence when tens of thousands of people, angry over economic hardships when the country slipped into bankruptcy and faced unprecedented shortages of basic supplies, stormed the building on July 9. Days later, he, his wife and two bodyguards flew about a military plane to the Maldives. A day later he went to Singapore, and later Thailand. Sri Lanka has run out of dollars for imports of key supplies, causing an acute shortage of essentials like food items, fuel and critical medicine. The foreign currency shortage has led the country to default on its foreign loans. Sri Lanka's total foreign debt exceeds $ 51 billion of which $ 28 billion must be repaid by 2027. The International Monetary Fund on Thursday agreed to provide Sri Lanka $ 2.9 billion over four years, subject to management approval that will come only if the island nation's creditors give assurances on debt restructuring. Economic difficulties led to monthslong street protests, which eventually led to the collapse of the once-powerful Rajapaksa family that had controlled the affairs of the country for the most part of the last two decades. Before Rajapaksa resigned after fleeing, his older brother stepped down as prime minister and three other close family members quit their Cabinet positions. President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who took over from Rajapaksa, has since cracked down on protests and dismantled their main camp opposite the president's office. Some protesters said they were not opposed to his return as long as he faces justice. “Whether he is president or not, he is a citizen of Sri Lanka and he has the right to live in this country,” said Wijaya Nanda Chandradeva, a retired government employee who had voted for Rajapaksa and then participated in protests to oust him. He said Rajapaksa should be given necessary protection if there is a threat to his safety. “I reject him because we elected him and he proved himself to be unsuitable,” said Chandradeva. Bhavani Fonseka of the Center for Policy Alternatives, an independent think tank, said although Rajapaska is not going to be seen favorably, "the anger we saw in July has diminished. But there are still many questions about his role in the economic crisis and the call for accountability is still there.”	2022-09-03T12:29:55+00:00	seattlepi.com	https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/With-no-immunity-Sri-Lanka-s-Rajapaksa-faces-17417229.php
I-95 north closed in Groton because a box truck ended up down an embankment Published: Nov. 16, 2022 at 11:01 AM EST\|Updated: 59 minutes ago GROTON, CT (WFSB) - Interstate 95 north in Groton was shut down after a box truck ended up down an embankment. State police said the highway was closed at exit 88. There’s no word on injuries or a cause. For real-time traffic updates, check the Channel 3 traffic map here. Copyright 2022 WFSB. All rights reserved.	2022-11-16T17:02:00+00:00	wfsb.com	https://www.wfsb.com/2022/11/16/i-95-north-closed-groton-because-box-truck-ended-up-down-an-embankment/
WASHINGTON — Nearly 30 million Americans who got extra government help with grocery bills during the pandemic will soon see that aid shrink — and there’s a big push to make sure they’re not surprised. Officials in 32 states and other jurisdictions have been using texts, voicemails, snail mail, flyers and social media posts — all in multiple languages — to let recipients know that their extra food stamps end after February's payments. “One of the scenarios you don’t want to see is the first time they’re aware of it is in the checkout line at the grocery store,” said Ellen Vollinger, an official with the Food Research & Action Center, a nonprofit organization. For the average recipient, the change will mean about $90 less per month, though for many, it could be much more, an analysis shows. Benefits will return to usual levels, which are based largely on a household's income, size and certain expenses, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which oversees the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. A public notice in Michigan urged the 1.3 million recipients in that state to “seek needed resources” to make up for the cuts. “We want to make sure our clients are prepared for this change, as we realize inflation is affecting all of us,” said Lewis Roubal with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Jacqueline Benitez, 21, who works as a preschool teacher in Bellflower, California, expects a significant cut, perhaps half, of the $250 in food benefits she has received since 2020 through CalFresh, the state’s SNAP program. "It’s such a lifesaver,” said Benitez, who was previously homeless, but now lives in a subsidized one-bedroom apartment. “Food is such a huge expense. It’s a little nerve-wracking to think about not having that.” Benitez said she’s already thinking twice about paying $5 for fresh fruit. “What happens if it goes bad?” she said. The emergency program was enacted by Congress at the start of the pandemic in March 2020 and expanded a year later. Originally, the extra benefits were intended to continue as long as the COVID-19 public health emergency was in force. It's now set to expire in May. But 18 states have already rolled back payments for more than 10 million people and Congress decided to end the program early, trading the extra benefits for a new permanent program that provides extra money to low-income families to replace school meals during the summer. Experts credit the emergency funds with making sure most Americans had enough food to eat, despite the pandemic. About 10% of U.S. households had trouble obtaining sufficient food in 2020 and 2021, roughly unchanged from pre-COVID levels. SNAP benefits can rise and fall with inflation and other factors. Maximum benefits went up by 12% in October to reflect an annual cost-of-living adjustment boosted by higher prices for foods and other goods. But payments went down for those who also receive Social Security because of the 8.7% cost-of-living increase in that program on Jan 1. In most such cases, purchasing power should hold steady, said Stacy Dean, USDA deputy undersecretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services. “The emergency allotments were always intended to be temporary and they did tremendous good during a very difficult time in our country,” Dean said. “The process of unwinding from them will certainly be difficult for families who are counting on those benefits.” The rollback is coming during a time when inflation, though improving, remains elevated and food prices are still high. Shelley Boyd, 45, of Beaver, Pennsylvania, expects to make more trips to her local food pantry starting next month. She and her fiancé and teenage son started getting food stamps last year after both adults lost their jobs and unemployment benefits ran out. The family receives about $630 per month. They expect to lose about $95, if not more. “That’s where our food pantry comes in,” Boyd said. “We visit them and do what you gotta do.” At the same time, food pantries nationwide remain under “immense strain,” said Vince Hall, an official with Feeding America, a network of more than 200 food banks. Demand for help remains far above pre-pandemic levels, even as food banks face continued supply chain disruptions, higher food and transportation costs and lower food donations. Andrew Cheyne, managing director of public policy for GRACE, a California-based anti-poverty organization, urged recipients to reach out now to county offices to update their eligibility and ensure they’re getting the maximum benefit possible. Changes in costs for shelter, child care, elder care and other expenses can affect food stamp benefits. Recipients can also check other benefits, such as the federal Women, Infants and Children program and seek out refundable tax credits. Cheyne and other advocates said the emergency benefits should have been extended indefinitely instead of cut prematurely. “It’s just an unimaginable hunger cliff that folks were going to go over at some point,” he said.	2023-02-23T16:57:44+00:00	11alive.com	https://www.11alive.com/article/news/nation-world/extra-covid-snap-benefits-ending/507-08b9ab29-21d3-46ec-afff-adb80cae12cb
WFO BINGHAMTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, July 22, 2022 _____ SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Binghamton NY 529 PM EDT Fri Jul 22 2022 ...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northeastern Schuyler and northwestern Tompkins Counties through 600 PM EDT... At 529 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Reynoldsville, or near Odessa, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Ithaca, Cayuga Heights, Lansing, Enfield, Burdett, Reynoldsville, Mecklenburg, Taughannock Falls, Perry City and South Hill. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. LAT...LON 4239 7684 4245 7686 4257 7653 4239 7646 TIME...MOT...LOC 2129Z 253DEG 24KT 4242 7676 MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH _____ Copyright 2022 AccuWeather	2022-07-22T22:47:40+00:00	seattlepi.com	https://www.seattlepi.com/weather/article/NY-WFO-BINGHAMTON-Warnings-Watches-and-17323445.php
Which Godzilla Funko Pop is best? The King of the Monsters made his screen debut in 1954, and in the decades since, he has become a beloved figure, appearing in numerous films around the world and capturing the imagination of the young and old alike. For those looking to embrace this radioactive titan, there are plenty of Godzilla toys available to show off your love, including a myriad Funko Pop toys, the paragon of collectible figurines. These small, detailed vinyl toys are meant for display. This Heat Ray Godzilla is the best offering from the world of monsters, with angry Godzilla reigning down fire, but there are numerous options available and one for every fan of the iconic kaiju. What to know before you buy a Godzilla Funko Pop Funko Pop characteristics Funko Pop toys depict a wide range of characters and figures from both real life and pop culture, although comics and genre films and shows, particularly those involving sci-fi and fantasy, are heavily mined. Funko toys are made of durable and inexpensive PVC and do not feature any points of articulation. As such, these toys are meant for display instead of interaction. Figurines Despite Godzilla’s many film appearances and the various slight changes to his look over time, there aren’t a great many Funko Pop vinyl at the moment. The options are all inspired by Godzilla’s American films, including the much-maligned 1998 movie that boasted a very different appearance for the massive lizard. Six options are loosely inspired by that film, although the figurines depict Godzilla more similarly to his iconic, traditional look instead of the image from the Roland Emmerich film. There are 13 more figurines available that are all directly pulled by the most recent cinematic turn in “Godzilla vs. Kong.” These feature the two title characters as well as another foe from the film who turns up at the end. Size While most Funko Pop toys stand at 3.75 inches in height, there are a fair amount of options that stand at 6 or even 10 inches tall. These figurines are typically reserved for popular characters that may be quite large on screen or figuratively larger than life in their stories; Godzilla definitely qualifies. As such, there are a handful of Funko toys that are bigger than standard. These taller models come at a higher price but offer a more imposing and fitting look for Godzilla. What to look for in a quality Godzilla Funko Pop Finishes Several Godzilla Funko toys feature Godzilla and company in different colors and finishes. Some options are coated in a neon look, while others show Godzilla in black-and-white. There are even options that feature Godzilla in flames, with shades of red and black coloring the creature. What’s more, a handful of options glow in the dark, with eyes, flames and portions of the tail that light up. Exclusives Funko regularly debuts new toys at comic festivals and expos; this was the case for two Godzilla toys that dropped at New York Comic-Con in 2015. Other toys are exclusive to a specific retailer, such as Amazon. Such exclusives can be harder to come by and, in some cases, maybe found by secondary resellers but come at a higher price as a result. Reputable sellers Funko partners with a variety of retailers, including Amazon, to sell their Funko Pop toys. However, as these pieces of vinyl are highly coveted and frequently collected, it’s important to avoid fraud by only purchasing from trusted sellers. How much you can expect to spend on Godzilla Funko Pop The standard Funko Pop toy costs around $10-$15, though larger models of Godzilla can run two or three times more. Godzilla Funko Pop FAQ Are any other titans from the Godzilla films available? A. As of this writing, Godzilla Funko toys draw inspiration from the most recent film. That movie features three monsters in Godzilla, King Kong and Mechagodzilla, all available in Funko form. Unfortunately, there are no Funko vinyl depicting many of Godzilla’s frequent collaborators in Mothra, Rodan and Ghidorah at the moment. What does the number on the corner of the box mean? A. Every Funko Pop toy box features a number on the top corner that references the mold used for the toy. Every vinyl is made through a specific mold; in some cases, two or more unique toys will be made from the same mold but finished with different colors or designs. What’s the best Godzilla Funko Pop to buy? Top Godzilla Funko Pop What you need to know: This lively vinyl features the King of the Monsters in full action mode. Godzilla emits his iconic and devastating atomic breath, adding a little color to any dimly lit room. What you’ll love: Godzilla’s blue eyes and his stream of atomic breath glow in the dark, offering an eye-catching sight or a convenient nightlight for youngsters. Detailed vinyl is intimidating and faithful to the recent film. Instantly recognizable as the giant irradiated izard. What you should consider: In the higher price range. Some fans may prefer one of Godzilla’s older looks. Where to buy: Sold by Amazon Top Godzilla Funko Pop for the money What you need to know: A mechanical foe designed to mimic and overtake Godzilla, this vinyl inspired by the recent film stands out for its shine, scales and demeanor. What you’ll love: This violent depiction of the metal behemoth is covered in a shiny gray coating. Detailed, imposing figurine despite its small height. The action pose offers some life to the stationary Pop. What you should consider: Aside from a few red spots, this figurine is completely one color. Where to buy: Sold by Amazon Worth checking out What you need to know: Godzilla’s sometimes foe and sometimes friend, this Kong vinyl is a worthy addition to any collection of great titans. What you’ll love: Kong wields his powerful axe, making him a fearsome fighter based on the recent movie. The intimidating vinyl boasts the bright blue axe and angry orange eyes; details include scars along Kong’s chest. What you should consider: Other than the axe, it lacks eye-catching color. Where to buy: Sold by Amazon Want to shop the best products at the best prices? Check out Daily Deals from BestReviews. Sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter for useful advice on new products and noteworthy deals. Anthony Marcusa writes for BestReviews. BestReviews has helped millions of consumers simplify their purchasing decisions, saving them time and money. Copyright 2022 BestReviews, a Nexstar company. All rights reserved.	2022-10-26T07:15:24+00:00	wcia.com	https://www.wcia.com/reviews/br/toys-games-br/theme-toys-br/best-godzilla-funko-pop/
XYZprinting Sales Director, John Calhoun, to introduce extended strategic alliance with BASF Forward AM and more industrial materials DETROIT, May 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To support the continuous adaptation of 3D printing technology across several industries, XYZprinting has set its sights on making affordable machines capable of industrial performance. The manufacturer recently released the MfgPro236 xS Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printer to the professional market. XYZprinting MfgPro236 xS SLS Printer with EeezClean Pro Depowdering Station Working towards the goal of making pricey powdered materials more affordable and accessible to customers, XYZprinting has partnered with BASF, the German 3D printing material supplier, to provide a high-performance yet low-cost SLS 3D printing ecosystem. The latest addition to XYZprinting's growing material portfolio includes BASF Ultrasint PA6 Series. This BASF material joins a robust lineup of material offerings with XYZprinting's SLS 3D printer line, customers now have access to affordable and professional-grade machines capable of producing highly functional and accurate parts. Key Facts: MfgPro236 xS BASF Forward AM Ultrasint® PA6 Series By adding Ultrasint PA6 Series, XYZprinting is expanding its presence in the professional market and introducing materials that will satisfy professionals and businesses that are leveraging SLS 3D printing for prototyping and end-use serial part production. Known for its strong mechanical properties, PA6 has long been a stable material for commercial endeavors of all sorts, from automotive to fluid reservoirs as well as high-temperature applications. PA6 combines superior thermal resistance with high isotropic rigidity thanks to in-particle filler technology. It has proven high modulus, high strength, and excellent thermal distortion stability. - Tensile strength: 56 MPa - Young's modulus: 3600 MPa - Elongation at break: 10 % - HDT B (0.45 MPa, dry): 192 °C / 378 F This PA6 material is useful for several applications, ideal for producing the following: - Serial part production - Engine compartment parts - Jigs & Fixtures - Piping and media flow/storage parts - Fluid reservoirs - Multi-purpose industrial goods The expansion of SLS materials showcases XYZprinting's dedication to making commercial 3D printing more accessible and affordable for pro users and small businesses. Visit XYZprinting to learn more about its professional 3D printing offering, including its new array of materials, and request a quote for a MfgPro236 xS or MfgPro230 xS SLS 3D printer. Visit XYZprinting at RAPID + TCT 2022 Booth# 2635 on May 17-19, 2022 About XYZprinting: XYZprinting is a leading global provider of comprehensive 3D printing solutions. XYZprinting is the number one global brand in desktop 3D printing products and services and is now moving decisively into the industrial additive manufacturing arena. XYZprinting is backed by the world's leading electronic manufacturing conglomerate, New Kinpo Group, which earns more than 36 billion dollars revenue annually and has more than 8,500 engineers in research and development across four continents. With nearly two decades of design and manufacturing experience, New Kinpo Group is a recognized manufacturer of many of today's printers for both personal and commercial use. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE XYZprinting,Inc.	2022-05-13T17:12:13+00:00	kwtx.com	https://www.kwtx.com/prnewswire/2022/05/13/xyzprinting-partners-with-basf-forward-am-offer-ultrasint-pa6-series-its-mfgpro236-xs-sls-system/
BREAKING NEWS Man hospitalized with burns after Phoenix mobile home fire Angela Cordoba Perez Arizona Republic A man was hospitalized for significant burn injuries after a fire broke out in a mobile home near 24th Street and McDowell Road early Wednesday. Firefighters responded to the fire at about 2:30 a.m. and performed search, rescue and fire attack, according to the Phoenix Fire Department. By the time crews responded, two adults exited the home. One man had significant burn injuries on his face and arms and was taken to the hospital in critical condition, the fire department said. The other person's injuries were not released. No firefighters were injured. Investigators were at the scene looking into what led to the fire. A crisis team was helping the two adults who will be displaced.	2023-01-04T18:24:28+00:00	azcentral.com	https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix-breaking/2023/01/04/man-hospitalized-with-burns-after-central-phoenix-mobile-home-fire/69777333007/
GENEVA (AP) — Swiss regulators have found that Credit Suisse made a “serious breach” of law in connection with a now-bankrupt firm linked to Australian financier Lex Greensill and have opened a probe that could lead to penalties against four former bank managers. Switzerland’s financial markets authority, FINMA, said Tuesday that it has concluded enforcement proceedings opened two years ago against Credit Suisse after bank partner Greensill Capital went bankrupt. At the time, Credit Suisse closed four funds linked to the partnership, in which bank clients had invested about $10 billion. Credit Suisse’s problematic ties to Greensill Capital were one of a string of troubles that have led in part to repeated shake-ups of top management and corporate restructurings in recent years. Greensill Capital also was the target of inquiries in the United Kingdom, with accusations that the firm founded by Greensill, an ex-adviser to former British Prime Minister David Cameron, won lucrative government contracts before going bust. In Switzerland, FINMA said that in closing its probe, top executives at Credit Suisse will now be required to periodically review about 500 of its most important business relationships and record the responsibilities of about 600 of its highest-ranking employees. The authority said it also had opened four enforcement proceedings against former bank managers, which it did not identify. “FINMA concluded that Credit Suisse Group seriously breached its supervisory duty to adequately identify, limit and monitor risks in the context of the business relationship with Lex Greensill over a period of years,” it said. “FINMA thus concludes that there has been a serious breach of Swiss supervisory law.” The authority works with financial institutions — banks, insurance companies and even the Swiss stock exchange — to ensure that proper internal controls and stability are in place. FINMA is limited in its ability to issue penalties but has the power to revoke business licenses in the extreme. It would be up to prosecutors to pursue more severe penalties or fines if warranted. In Greensill’s “supply chain finance” model, his firm positioned itself between businesses and their suppliers, paying invoices that suppliers gave to their customers for a fee. The claims against those customers to recover the payments were then turned into securities that could be sold. The financial products over time became far riskier than first indicated. FINMA said Credit Suisse “made partly false and overly positive statements” to the authority about how claims were chosen and the exposure to some debtors. In a statement, Credit Suisse welcomed the closure of the case without mentioning Greensill by name. The Zurich-based bank said it has taken measures to strengthen governance and control since March 2021 and has dismissed “several managers and employees” in its asset management division, among other steps.	2023-02-28T15:48:00+00:00	valleycentral.com	https://www.valleycentral.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-swiss-regulator-credit-suisse-made-serious-breach-of-law/
WFO DALLAS / FT. WORTH Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, April 20, 2023 _____ Advertisement Article continues below this ad TORNADO WARNING Severe Weather Statement National Weather Service Fort Worth TX Advertisement Article continues below this ad 733 PM CDT Thu Apr 20 2023 ...THE TORNADO WARNING FOR SOUTHEASTERN VAN ZANDT COUNTY IS CANCELLED... The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area. Advertisement Article continues below this ad Therefore the warning has been cancelled. However gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm. ...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southern Houston, eastern Madison and northwestern Walker Counties through 800 PM Advertisement Article continues below this ad CDT... At 733 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles east of Bedias, or 12 miles southeast of Madisonville, moving north at 15 mph. Advertisement Article continues below this ad HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is Advertisement Article continues below this ad possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southern Houston, eastern Madison and northwestern Walker Counties. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Advertisement Article continues below this ad If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for southeastern Texas. LAT...LON 3071 9572 3076 9584 3104 9587 3096 9557 Advertisement Article continues below this ad TIME...MOT...LOC 0033Z 195DEG 13KT 3081 9579 MAX HAIL SIZE...0.75 IN MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a Advertisement Article continues below this ad * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southeastern Robertson County in central Texas... East central Milam County in central Texas... * Until 815 PM CDT. Advertisement Article continues below this ad * At 736 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Hearne to near Bryan Utilities Lake, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...65 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Advertisement Article continues below this ad SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Advertisement Article continues below this ad Hearne, Benchley, Wheelock and Mumford. For your protection get inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows. _____ Advertisement Article continues below this ad Copyright 2023 AccuWeather	2023-04-21T01:12:01+00:00	seattlepi.com	https://www.seattlepi.com/weather/article/tx-wfo-dallas-ft-worth-warnings-watches-and-17909772.php
In suburban Detroit, it was a lost 14-year-old looking for directions. In Kansas City, it was a 16-year-old who went to the wrong house to pick up his younger brothers. There was the 12-year-old rummaging around in a yard in small-town Alabama, the 20-year-old woman who found herself in the wrong driveway in upstate New York and the cheerleader who got into the wrong car in Texas. All of them, and dozens more across America, were met by gunfire. Some were injured, some killed. In a nation where strangers are all too often seen as threats and fear has been politicized, honest mistakes and simple acts like going to the wrong address or car in a parking lot, or even just ringing the wrong doorbell, can seem like a fateful question of trust. It is a tension not lost on Jae Moyer, who was at a rally at the federal courthouse in Kansas City on Tuesday, demanding a U.S. Department of Justice investigation into the shooting of Ralph Yarl, the Black teenager shot last week when he went to the door of an elderly white man while looking for his brothers. Yarl, who was shot in the head and arm, is recovering at home. “I want to be welcoming and inviting to anyone that comes to my home. Even if they are asking for help and I can’t help them I’m going to be kind to them. I think that’s the way everyone should be,” Moyer said. “But I don’t think that’s the culture we have right now,” Moyer said. “There’s a lot of fear in our country.” There is also plenty of mistrust. AMERICAN SUSPICION In the early 1970s, surveys showed that about half of America believed most people were trustworthy. By 2020, that number had fallen to less than one-third. Meanwhile, Americans have believed for decades that crime is going up — even in years when it is going down — and also wildly overestimate their chances of being a crime victim. “Part of that is you guys,” said Warren Eller, a professor at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, referring to the media’s relentless focus on crime. “We get 24 hours a day of all the dangers out there.” That’s hardly surprising. Politicians have long used crime as a wedge issue to gain footholds. Neighborhood message boards foment paranoia about suspicious outsiders. And local and national newscasts bombard TV viewers daily with images of grainy surveillance videos showing a variety of crimes and provocative headlines about cities in decay. That includes shootings where innocent victims are shot by people who wrongly believe that they are under threat. While there are few statistics on these shootings, they appear to make up a very small percentage of the more than 15,000 people killed every year in the U.S. in firearm homicides. And yet in just six days in April, four young people across the U.S. were shot — and the woman in New York killed — for being at what someone decided was the wrong place. Just Tuesday, a man shot and wounded two cheerleaders in a Texas supermarket parking lot after one said she mistakenly got into his car thinking it was her own. One cheerleader was grazed by a bullet and treated at the scene. Her teammate was shot in the leg and back. This American mistrust has settled in as something that, while not normal, is less surprising than ever. And when mixed with legal confusion, easy access to weapons, poor firearms training and sometimes outright racism, it has produced a string of shootings like these that never seems to end. Take the legal issues. Shooters in incidents like these often use defenses based on “stand-your-ground” laws, which have broadened people’s rights to defend themselves if they are threatened. But those laws, which have spread across America in the last 25 years, may have actually driven up violence. A study published in 2022 by the JAMA Network Open, a peer-reviewed medical journal, found that monthly homicide rates increased between 8% and 11% in states with stand-your-ground laws. “I think it has commonly become known of as a license to use deadly force whenever someone feels threatened,” said Geoffrey Corn, the chair of criminal law at the Texas Tech University School of Law. He has extensively studied such laws, which he believes are deeply misunderstood by the public. “The fear has to be justified by the circumstances,” he said. “You don’t get to kill somebody just because you fear them.” AGGRAVATING FACTORS Legal experts expect Andrew Lester, the 84-year-old man who shot Yarl, to claim self-defense and cite Missouri’s stand-your-ground law. On Wednesday, he pleaded not guilty in Yarl’s shooting. Corn, a 22-year-military veteran, also wonders about America’s recent boom in firearm sales and whether it has combined with insufficient training to compound the problem. “What troubles me isn’t that there are a lot of firearms, it’s that nothing is required of someone who takes on the awesome responsibility” of wielding them, Corn said. Even in states that require firearms training, he says training is often insufficient, with poor explanations of self-defense laws. When he was in the military, he had weeks of training before he was even allowed to touch a bullet. “I was always conscious of the awesome killing power of a firearm,” he said. Then there is the unavoidable question of race, a central pillar of American distrust across the centuries. False notions about threats posed by nonwhite people have played out repeatedly in modern American history, including in a number of high-profile cases when assailants attacked Black or Hispanic people who they believed meant them harm, even when no threat was apparent. Yarl’s shooting has drawn comparisons to the 2012 shooting death of Trayvon Martin, 17, a Black teenager visiting his father’s home in a gated Florida community when George Zimmerman, a volunteer neighborhood watchman, decided he looked suspicious and shot him to death. Zimmerman was acquitted after a trial in which his attorneys essentially used the state’s stand-your-ground law as a defense. It also echoes the case of Renisha McBride, a Black woman who knocked on doors in a Detroit-area community in 2013, seeking help after a car accident. She was fatally shot by a white resident who fired through his screen door, saying he feared she meant him harm. These cases, said Ibram X. Kendi, the bestselling author of books on racism and founder of the Center for Antiracist Research at Boston University, occurred because people of all races and backgrounds are groomed to fear Black people as more prone to criminality and violence. “No one is born fearing another person because of their skin color,” Kendi said. “There’s so many different ways in which people are taught that Black people are dangerous, and those ideas actually create all sorts of dangers for Black people, including Black teenagers.” “The more we unlearn that idea and realize that we can’t attach danger to skin color in any way,” he said, “the less likely people are going to be to use lethal force against a 16-year-old child who is ringing their doorbell.”	2023-04-21T06:47:38+00:00	siouxlandproud.com	https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/national-news/distrust-in-america-small-mistakes-deep-fear-and-gunfire/
Many of my all-time favorite novels have a common (if slightly unsettling) thread: They feature an unreliable narrator at the helm. The term was popularized in the 1960s by the literary critic Wayne C. Booth, but the unreliable narrator herself has been around at least as long as the Wife of Bath in The Canterbury Tales. An unreliable narrator is one who tells a tale with compromised credibility, whether the narrator herself understands that or not. The reader usually finds this out only slowly, as cracks in the narrator's version of events begin to appear. For the reader, figuring out what really did happen is an unending but joyful mystery. Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.	2022-08-20T04:32:27+00:00	knkx.org	https://www.knkx.org/2012-10-29/trust-me-three-books-with-incredible-narrators
An inmate at the MCI-Shirley medium security prison allegedly attacked a correction officer late last month with a 10- to 15-pound weight to the head and the correction officer is now hospitalized and on life support, according to a union representing correction officers. The incident occurred on Aug. 31 and the Massachusetts Correction Officers Federated Union Executive Board described the attack on correction officer Matthew Tidman as “unprovoked” while he was monitoring the gym area of the facility. “The inmate struck Officer Tidman in the head with the piece of equipment,” the statement by the union read. “He immediately fell to the floor where the inmate wielded the equipment and struck Matt several more times in the head.”	2022-09-07T21:25:31+00:00	masslive.com	https://www.masslive.com/news/2022/09/a-prison-correction-officer-is-on-life-support-after-an-alleged-attack-by-shirley-prison-inmate.html
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $38.8 million to Junior Achievement USA and 26 local operations — the largest single gift in its 103-year history — the national education nonprofit announced Tuesday. Like all of Scott’s nearly $12 billion in donations since 2019, her gift to Junior Achievement USA is unrestricted, meaning the Colorado-based nonprofit, which prepares students for adulthood by teaching them financial literacy, career skills and business ownership training, can use the funds for any project it wants. Jack E. Kosakowski, Junior Achievement USA’s president and CEO, said the gift was “a huge, pleasant surprise” and raised morale throughout the organization. Junior Achievement USA will receive $10 million, while 26 local Junior Achievement operations will split $28.8 million based on the evaluation of Scott and her team. It is not clear whether the gift to Junior Achievement marks a new run of donations from Scott and her husband, Dan Jewett. The author and philanthropist does not comment on her donations beyond her Medium blog, which has not been updated since March. Her gifts are only announced if and when the groups receiving them confirm the donations. Kosakowski said he is thrilled by Scott’s unrestricted gift because it can be used to modernize the group’s technology infrastructure, a need that is rarely high on most donors’ priority lists. The $10 million will also help expand the nonprofit’s digital educational offerings and add volunteers in currently underserved areas. “We support all 102 of our local offices across the country, so this is going to really help us streamline our operations,” Kosakowski told The Associated Press. “Ultimately, as we get more efficient, it’s gonna allow us to use more of our traditional donor dollars for directly serving the young people that we work with.” Scott, currently worth about $42 billion according to Forbes, has signed the Giving Pledge, a promise from many billionaires to donate more than half their wealth. As part of her 2019 divorce from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, who was then the richest person in the world, Scott received 4% of Amazon’s shares. Since then, she has worked diligently to make unrestricted donations quickly. Initially, Scott focused on funding that would generate more racial and gender equity, with substantial donations to numerous HBCUs and groups like the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, which received $275 million from her in March. However, in recent donations, Scott has also singled out long-established nonprofits with a focus on their communities – including Habitat for Humanity and The Boys & Girls Clubs of America. “Communities with a habit of removing obstacles for different subsets of people tend to get better for everyone,” she wrote in her March blog post. And now, she is supporting Junior Achievement, which educates more than 12.5 million students in 115 countries around the world. “It’s given our board, given our staff, just a huge boost in confidence,” Kosakowski said. “People are seeing and acknowledging what we do to get these young people prepared to be successful in life.” ____ Associated Press coverage of philanthropy and nonprofits receives support through the AP’s collaboration with The Conversation US, with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc. The AP is solely responsible for this content. For all of AP’s philanthropy coverage, visit https://apnews.com/hub/philanthropy.	2022-08-16T14:26:07+00:00	seattletimes.com	https://www.seattletimes.com/business/mackenzie-scott-gives-39-million-to-junior-achievement-usa/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_nation-world
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Essex County reported from April 24 to May 1. There were 43 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,512-square-foot home on Hopper Avenue in Nutleythat sold for $535,000. Belleville 59 Jefferson Street, Belleville, $410,000. 34 Hornblower Avenue, Belleville, $480,000. Bloomfield 16 Waverly Terrace, Bloomfield, $460,000. 19 Williamson Avenue, Bloomfield, $650,000. 228 Spruce Street, Bloomfield, $727,500. Caldwell 4 Tanglewood Road, Caldwell, $1,045,000. Cedar Grove 4 Laura Drive, Cedar Grove, $975,000. East Orange 236 William Street, East Orange, $400,000. 449 North Maple Avenue, East Orange, $420,000. Irvington 48 Oakland Street, Irvington, $415,000. 64 Elmwood Terrace, Irvington, $422,500. 49 Philip Place, Irvington, $451,000. Livingston 6 Goodhart Drive, Livingston, $1,500,000. Maplewood 190 Garfield Place, Maplewood, $475,000. Montclair 225 Highland Avenue, Montclair, $1,380,000. 67 Heller Way, Montclair, $1,440,000. Newark 137 Hobson Street, Newark, $225,000. 346-348 Woodside Avenue, Newark, $250,000. 132 Badger Avenue, Newark, $292,000. 71 Magnolia Street, Newark, $328,000. 197-199 Kerrigan Boulevard, Newark, $350,000. 20-22 Valley Street, Newark, $360,000. 24-26 Lenox Street, Newark, $360,000. 148-150 Norwood Street, Newark, $370,000. 10-12 Commonwealth Avenue, Newark, $550,000. 821 Parker Street, Newark, $605,000. 42 Fourth Street, Newark, $610,000. 226 Renner Avenue, Newark, $620,000. 153-155 South Sixth Street, Newark, $635,000. 794 Bergen Street, Newark, $675,000. 129-131 Bragaw Avenue, Newark, $720,000. 438-440 Parker Street, Newark, $725,000. Nutley 51 Montclair Avenue, Nutley, $529,900. 55 Hopper Avenue, Nutley, $535,000. Orange 129 Summer Street, Orange, $460,000. Roseland 13 Kent Drive, Roseland, $610,000. Short Hills 10 Park Place, Short Hills, $2,112,000. South Orange 121 Second Street, South Orange, $852,500. 341 North Wyoming Avenue, South Orange, $1,095,000. Verona 1 Claridge Drive, Verona, $202,000. West Orange 8 Lincoln Avenue, West Orange, $490,000. 27 Sheridan Avenue, West Orange, $636,000. 55 Nance Road, West Orange, $780,000. Real Estate Newswire is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to generate analysis of data from Propmix, an aggregator of national real-estate data.	2023-05-01T22:34:03+00:00	nj.com	https://www.nj.com/realestate-news/2023/05/see-all-homes-sold-in-essex-county-april-24-to-may-1.html
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(The Hill) – With the Friday release of the critically acclaimed film “Oppenheimer,” audiences are getting a fresh look at the physicist dubbed the “father of the atomic bomb.” Cillian Murphy stars as the title role in the Christopher Nolan-directed biopic based on the 2005 Pulitzer Prize-winning biography by Kai Bird and Martin Sherwin, “American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer.” Gregg Herken, author of “Brotherhood of the Bomb: The Tangled Lives and Loyalties of Robert Oppenheimer, Ernest Lawrence, and Edward Teller,” described Oppenheimer as “complicated and contradictory.” “He could be needlessly cruel, but he could also be very generous,” Herken told The Hill this week. Here are five little-known facts about the real-life Oppenheimer, who before dying of throat cancer at 62 in 1967, changed the course of history: Intelligence evident at an early age The New York Times, in a 1963 profile of Oppenheimer, described how when the budding scientist was in the third or fourth grade, he “made an infrequent trip to the playground.” “A child threw a ball out of the playground and the director criticized the throw,” the Times reported. “But young Robert calculated the force with which the ball struck the sidewalk and demonstrated that it could not have hurt anyone.” As a third grader, Oppenheimer was also already conducting laboratory experiments, Sherwin and Bird wrote in their book. At 10-years-old, he studied physics and chemistry. And according to “American Prometheus’s” authors, Oppenheimer’s intellect sometimes came across as “too precious.” “When he was nine, he was once overheard telling an older girl cousin, ‘Ask me a question in Latin and I will answer you in Greek.’” Mystery surrounds the ‘J’ in his name Oppenheimer’s birth certificate indicates that the “J” in his name was in honor of his father, Julius. The scientist’s father, Bird and Sherwin wrote, “had already settled on naming his firstborn Robert, but at the last moment, according to family lore, he decided to add a first initial, ‘J,’ in front of ‘Robert.’” But, the Los Alamos National Laboratory noted in an article that in a 1946 letter to the U.S. Patent Office, Oppenheimer wrote, “This is to certify that I have no first name other than the letter J, and that my full and correct name is J Robert Oppenheimer.” Whatever the case was, Oppenheimer would “always be called Robert,” according to Bird and Sherwin. He took private lessons to learn Sanskrit After meeting a professor of Sanskrit at the University of California, Berkeley, Oppenheimer sought out private tutorials to learn the ancient language. “He liked things that were difficult,” Oppenheimer’s friend, Harold Cherniss said, Bird and Sherwin wrote in their book. “And since almost everything was easy for him,” Cherniss said, “the things that really would attract his attention were essentially the difficult.” Soon after the lessons began, Oppenheimer was reading the Hindu scripture the Bhagavad-Gita. “He had a facility for language,” Herken said, recounting how Oppenheimer gave lectures in Dutch while teaching a course at the University of Leiden in the Netherlands. When Oppenheimer tapped one of his graduate students to take over a class for him, the student responded, “But Robert, I don’t speak Dutch.” But, Oppenheimer allegedly retorted to the student, “It’s such easy Dutch.” Einstein urged him to avoid Red Scare witchhunt Oppenheimer’s security clearance became the focus of a four-week hearing in 1954 by the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission. While Herken acknowledged that Oppenheimer had some ties to the Communist Party — calling it a “casual relationship” — the commission ultimately pulled his security clearance following the hearing in a move that critics said wreaked of McCarthy-era Red Scare fears. Ahead of the hearing, Albert Einstein attempted to persuade fellow scientist Oppenheimer to resign from the commission and potentially avoid the public battle. “Einstein argued that Oppenheimer ‘had no obligation to subject himself to the witchhunt, that he had served his country well, and that if this was the reward she [America] offered he should turn his back on her,” Bird and Sherwin wrote in their book. After Oppenheimer rebuffed the advice, Einstein “walked to his office in Fuld Hall, and nodding in Oppenheimer’s direction, told his assistant, ‘There goes a narr [fool].” He later felt guilt about his role in the Manhattan Project “When the bomb went off, there was no question that Oppenheimer effectively celebrated,” said Herken, a historian and former University of California, Santa Cruz and Merced professor. But after tens of thousands of people died in 1945 when the United States dropped two of the bombs that Oppenheimer helped create on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the physicist “had these doubts.” “He certainly had reservations and some feeling I think of guilt after the fact, after the casualty figures came in,” Herken said. In a 1945 letter addressed to Secretary of War Henry Stimson, Oppenheimer wrote, “We believe that the safety of this nation — as opposed to its ability to inflict damage on an enemy power — cannot lie wholly or even primarily in its scientific or technical prowess.” “It can be based only on making future wars impossible,” he said. “He never apologized for the bomb,” Herken said. “He never said, ‘I regret that the bomb was used.’ I think his argument was — maybe he didn’t express it in so many words — but that it was necessary.”	2023-07-20T21:07:43+00:00	cenlanow.com	https://www.cenlanow.com/national/five-things-to-know-about-the-real-life-oppenheimer/
The U.S. has come a long way from two years ago when COVID-19 vaccines first became available and people were cutting the line to get their shots. Now, many have shrugged off the need to get updated boosters. Only 15% of people eligible for the COVID booster shot that targets the omicron variant have gotten it — a rate that is even lower than the perennially disappointing rates for flu vaccine uptake. Vaccine fatigue seems to have spread to other shots, too — including those to prevent measles and polio — according to a recent poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation. "That is very concerning," says Claire Hannan, who helps immunization officials from all 50 states run vaccination programs as the executive director of the Association of Immunization Managers. As the country trudges towards the end of its third pandemic year, NPR talked to experts on immunization, health communication and public health, to learn how we should all be thinking about COVID vaccines now. 1. Realize that vaccines are still a good tool Two years ago, a lot of questions about the new COVID vaccines had no answers, but now, we have answers. Do we need more than two shots? Yep. Will protection be long lasting? Nope, antibodies wane over time. Is reinfection after a bout of COVID and a full course of vaccination possible? Yep, it's become more likely than when the pandemic first began, as the virus continues to evolve and produce variants that can partially get around the vaccine. Those answers have been disappointing and may have dented demand for the latest round of COVID boosters. But the CDC advises that adults and most children get the booster. And vaccination remains an especially important tool, experts say, to protect those most at risk of a severe COVID infection — people over 65 and those with underlying health conditions. "It's just really critical that [people] — especially those at high risk — understand the value of getting vaccinated and making sure they stay up to date on their boosters," Hannan says. Vaccines, good treatments and the fact that so many people have been infected, all help keep people out of the hospital. But every week in America, more than 2,500 people continue to die of COVID. "Personally, I am not a fan of needless suffering and death," says Dr. Kelly Moore, CEO of Immunize.org, which does vaccination education and advocacy. A recent analysis from the Commonwealth Fund found that the vaccination campaign prevented more than 18 million hospitalizations and 3 million deaths in the U.S., and saved the country more than $1 trillion. "We've got an effective tool that can prevent a great deal of suffering, hospitalization and deaths, and we should still be using it," Moore says. 2. Target vaccines to where they count most One answer for dealing with vaccine fatigue is to target efforts to the people who are at highest risk, including seniors. Only 35% of people over age 65 have gotten an updated booster. Three quarters of COVID deaths in the U.S. are among people in this age group. Hannan of the Association of Immunization Managers says when vaccines first came out, there was a huge effort to go into nursing homes and get everyone vaccinated. That doesn't work anymore, she says, not just because of low demand and lack of infrastructure, but because everybody is on a different schedule in terms of when they need a booster. "You go there one day and you might vaccinate a handful of people," she says. Now, the public health approach is changing. For instance, Hannan says, "the CDC is doing an initiative to put a number of single-dose vials in long-term care facilities that have the right storage equipment." That way, even if one resident of the facility is ready for a booster, staff at the nursing home could get a single dose out of the pharmacy-grade fridge and vaccinate that person on the spot. With the winter holidays upon us and people gathering with loved ones, Sandra Lindsay says to think about Grandma. Lindsay was the first person in the U.S. to receive a COVID-19 vaccine in December 2020 as a critical care nurse, and now she's vice president of public health advocacy at Northwell Health in New York. "We all have a responsibility to our loved ones," she says. "If you are sick, stay home. Grandma — take her to get vaccinated as a Christmas gift." 3. Listen more carefully to concerns Part of the reason people are no longer jumping at the chance to get vaccinated is that they don't think COVID-19 is a big risk anymore, says Cynthia Baur, who directs the Horowitz Center for Health Literacy at the University of Maryland. "People have to believe they need it and they have to believe that whatever's going to happen is going to be bad enough that they should take that action," she says. At this point, they don't — restaurants are open, people are going out and gathering and shopping, and vaccination is no longer a requirement to get back to normal life like it once was in many places. Baur has worked with community health workers who are out in Maryland pounding the pavement, talking to people about vaccination, and it's slow going. "I don't think that we or anybody else doing this work has found any particular message or fact or phrase that is kind of really changing hearts and minds," Baur says. The mass vaccination system that popped up during the pandemic isn't how most adults get vaccinated, she points out. So as those systems close down, it may be time to put the focus back on health care providers, like doctors, who can have a relationship with patients and really hear their concerns and answer their questions. "Providers are still the number one source for vaccine recommendations," she says. "If providers are recommending vaccines, at least it's opening the door to a conversation and the likelihood that somebody might think a little bit more carefully about it." 4. Make vaccinations less scary There are a lot of ways to combat vaccine hesitancy, including focusing on misinformation or politicization or trust in public health. "I decided to take an angle that's a little bit different, which is to look at how to improve the vaccination experience," says Moore of Immunize.org. About a quarter of adults are afraid of needles, she points out. "How many of those people who are refusing to come in for vaccination are saying, I don't want it, I don't have time or I don't think it works? For how many of them is that really just an excuse?" She says the Autism Society for America has been pioneering strategies to help families and kids with autism get vaccinated, since it can be especially stressful and upsetting for people with autism. They have some simple, low-cost ideas like putting on headphones, listening to your favorite music, or using a little plastic "shot blocker" to make the shot hurt less. I recently tried a variation of this when I took my 7-year-old daughter, Noa, to get her bivalent booster. (Fear of needles among kids is even higher than among adults — more like 2 in 3.) I bought an over-the-counter lidocaine patch (marketed for back pain) at the drugstore and cut it to fit her bicep. I stuck it on her upper arm about 30 minutes before we left. Then I drew an outline on her skin around the patch, so the immunizer could give her the shot in that area. Noa said the shot didn't hurt — she was thrilled and proud that she hadn't cried. And she asked if we could use it for every shot from now on. Copyright 2023 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.	2023-01-18T04:58:23+00:00	kanw.com	https://www.kanw.com/npr-news/npr-news/2022-12-28/its-not-too-late-to-get-a-covid-booster-especially-for-older-adults
YORK, Pa. — It's Pink Drink season at Starbucks! The coffee store chain announced that a variety of new ready-to-drink bottled and canned beverages will hit the shelves at grocery stores across the nation starting the week of April 10, highlighted by the much-anticipated RTD Starbucks Pink Drink and Starbucks Paradise Drink brands. The beverages were developed through the North American Coffee Partnership, a longstanding joint venture between Starbucks and PepsiCo that brings premium, high-quality RTD Starbucks beverages where groceries are sold in stores and online in the U.S. Starbucks Pink Drink features bold fruit flavors of strawberry and açaí combined with coconut milk and refreshing fruit juice and Starbucks Paradise Drink features tropical fruit flavors of pineapple and passionfruit, blended with coconut milk and refreshing fruit juice. The new colorful and refreshing nondairy RTD beverages will start hitting store shelves in grocery stores, national retailers, convenience stores and gas stations as well as online where groceries are sold. The beverages will be available for a suggested retail price of $3.67 per 14 oz bottle (prices vary by retailer). Both RTD drinks are inspired by the handcrafted beverages served at Starbucks cafés. Pink Drink joined the menu in 2017 after it quickly gained popularity when the beverage customization took social media by storm. Starbucks Paradise Drink was added to the café menu last summer, and has quickly become a customer favorite. “We are excited to launch the new ready-to-drink Starbucks Pink Drink and Paradise Drink on store shelves nationwide, offering our customers another way to enjoy these delicious and refreshing beverages,” said Chanda Beppu, senior vice president & president, global channel development at Starbucks. “Starbucks Pink Drink began as a customer-created beverage in our Starbucks stores and quickly became a fan favorite and permanent beverage on the menu. Offering the popular, plant-based, cold Starbucks Refreshers beverages in grocery channels further extends the Starbucks RTD portfolio.”	2023-04-06T13:34:21+00:00	11alive.com	https://www.11alive.com/article/life/food/starbucks-pink-drink-paradise-drink-will-hit-grocery-store-shelves/521-e981c00f-b201-4885-b33c-8ec0bd297573
WEXFORD COUNTY, MI -- Police arrested a 28-year-old Manton man following an alleged assault at a home in Cedar Creek Township Friday evening. Michigan State Police say that when troopers arrived, they saw Dakota Finch -- who had an outstanding warrant -- in the driveway before he fled from the scene. Police pursued Finch before eventually catching up to him and taking him into custody. Troopers were dispatched to the house around 6:30 p.m. for a report of an assault at the home. While interviewing the victim, they alleged that Finch attacked and strangled them following an argument. The alleged victim did not require medical attention after the incident A witness to the encounter was also interviewed at the scene, according to police. Finch was lodged at the Wexford County Jail. He was arraigned Monday in 84th District Court on charges of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, one count resist and obstructing a police officer, and one count domestic violence. Bond was set at $20,000 and Finch is due back in court on May 30. READ MORE: Marquette man accused of attempted murder, allegedly strangled victim Suspect in murder of Michigan nurse arrested, turned himself in	2023-05-16T17:46:17+00:00	mlive.com	https://www.mlive.com/news/2023/05/police-in-northern-michigan-track-down-suspect-following-alleged-domestic-assault.html
How to Watch the Northern Arizona vs. Sacramento State Game: Women's Basketball Streaming & TV Channel Info for the Big Sky Tournament Championship Published: Mar. 8, 2023 at 11:15 AM EST\|Updated: 1 hour ago The top-seeded Northern Arizona Lumberjacks (21-12) is set to face off against the No. 3 seed Sacramento State Hornets (24-7) in the Big Sky Tournament Championship with an automatic berth in the NCAA Tournament bracket up for grabs. The contest on Wednesday at Idaho Central Arena starts at 5:00 PM. Hoping to catch this game live? Below, we lay out all the info you need to watch this matchup on fuboTV. Use our link to get a free trial of fuboTV, where you can watch women's and men's college hoops and tons of other live sports without cable! Northern Arizona Women's Basketball Game Live Stream & TV Channel Info - When: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 5:00 PM ET - Where: Idaho Central Arena in Boise, Idaho - TV: ESPN - Live Stream on fuboTV: Start your free trial today! Watch women's college hoops all season without cable on all your devices with a seven-day free trial to fuboTV! Northern Arizona vs. Sacramento State Scoring Comparison - The Hornets put up an average of 69.0 points per game, just 2.2 fewer points than the 71.2 the Lumberjacks allow. - Sacramento State has put together an 8-2 record in games it scores more than 71.2 points. - Northern Arizona's record is 12-2 when it gives up fewer than 69.0 points. - The Lumberjacks record 75.4 points per game, 15.9 more points than the 59.5 the Hornets give up. - Northern Arizona is 19-10 when scoring more than 59.5 points. - When Sacramento State gives up fewer than 75.4 points, it is 22-4. Northern Arizona Schedule Sacramento State Schedule © 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved.	2023-03-08T17:40:07+00:00	foxcarolina.com	https://www.foxcarolina.com/sports/betting/2023/03/08/northern-arizona-sacramento-state/womens-college-basketball-live-stream-tv-big-sky-tournament/
Wednesday, June 28th 2023, 10:25 pm Years before medical marijuana was legal in Oklahoma, parents of children with a severe seizure condition called Dravet syndrome lobbied the legislature to approve a derivative of the marijuana plant called CBD oil. That’s when News 9 first met 10-year-old Katie. She was having a seizure a week, she was essentially non-verbal, in a wheelchair, and on six medications including opioids and one that could have sent her into liver failure at any time. “They were destroying her organs,” recalls her mother, Kelli Dodson. Her family was embarking on a fight to convince the Oklahoma legislature to let her, and other kids like her, take CBD oil, a non-psychoactive derivative of the cannabis plant. “It was a dogfight. It was very contentious,” said Katie's uncle Jon Echols. He was a freshman state representative and conservative republican when he took up a cause that his consultants and advisors called political suicide. “To see my brother and sister who went through everything to help her, tried everything there was to do,” said Echols as he teared up. “And to be in a position to be able to do something to help her and help so many other kids that needed this help, it was worth the risk.” Katie's personal story and the testimony of doctors convinced lawmakers to pass the bill. In April of 2015 Governor Fallin personally called Katie's mom and delivered the news they had been praying for. “I have great news for you,” Governor Fallin told Katie’s mom at the time. “I wanted to let you know I have signed the Katie and Camen Bill.” Katie's parents immediately ordered the oil and Echols was the one to give the first dose. Nine years later Katie is out of her wheelchair. She graduated high school and works at her school store. She flirts, smiles, and laughs. Family vacations and beach trips are now possible. “The last few years have been just amazing for us and for Katie and our whole family,” says Katie’s dad Jay Dodson. The seizures that once dominated their whole lives have now decreased to maybe twice a year. “I don't think she's had one this entire year,” said Kelli. Most importantly, Katie has noticed a difference in herself. “I used to have all these thoughts in my head but instead of keeping them in there I get to actually say what I want,” she told us. “The changes were almost immediate with her cognitive function the very next day we started seeing changes,” said Kellie. The gamble, it seems, paid off. The law passed here in Oklahoma legalizing the CBD oil was the first of its kind in the country. States across the nation followed. According to Katie's doctor, almost all the kids in the country with Dravet's syndrome now have tried it to help with their seizures. Doctors say not all patients will see the success that Katie has, but it does give them another option. Now there's an FDA approved version called Epidiolex. According to the agency, it was the first approved drug derived from marijuana and the first approved for patients with Dravet syndrome. The oil is one of just three medications Katie is currently taking. She's no longer on the opioids and dangerous drugs that were destroying her body. Convincing her parents that the oil saved her life. “I'm just very proud of the young woman she's developed into and I’m just excited about her future,” said Jay. CBD oil changed the game for Katie and thousands of kids like her. “We were able to make a nationwide change that all started with Katie,” said Echoles. January 18th, 2023 January 11th, 2023 June 29th, 2023 June 29th, 2023	2023-06-30T03:18:57+00:00	news9.com	https://www.news9.com/story/649ce11ab2f72f07321b75b8/trailblazing-a-treatment:-how-cbd-oil-has-changed-more-than-one-girls-life
BERWYN, Pa., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Triumph Group, Inc. (TRIUMPH) [NYSE:TGI] announced that its Actuation Products & Services business has been awarded two multi-year contracts from Airbus. These contracts include the manufacturing of ball bearing control cables for the Airbus A330, A320 and A350 aircraft fleets. TRIUMPH has been performing this work since the inception of both programs at TRIUMPH's facility in Villeneuve Le Roi, France. "Triumph is a market leader of high precision low friction ball bearing cables, and these contract extensions continue to demonstrate the aerospace market's need for high performing products from TRIUMPH," said Mike Boland, President of TRIUMPH Actuation Products & Services. "We appreciate the confidence Airbus has in TRIUMPH to deliver the highest quality products." TRIUMPH Actuation Products & Services is a leader in design, development, manufacture and support of complex electro-hydraulic and mechanical systems and equipment for the aerospace and defense industry. Products include actuators, pumps, motors, reservoirs, control valves and a wide range of mechanical controls for commercial and military aircraft. Our Actuation Products & Services business services customers around the world with ten manufacturing sites across North America and Europe. TRIUMPH, headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, and overhauls a broad portfolio of aerospace and defense systems, and components. The company serves the global aviation industry, including original equipment manufacturers and the full spectrum of military and commercial aircraft operators. More information about TRIUMPH can be found on the company's website at www.triumphgroup.com. View original content: SOURCE Triumph Group	2023-01-19T14:33:19+00:00	wagmtv.com	https://www.wagmtv.com/prnewswire/2023/01/19/triumph-receives-award-airbus-control-cables-a330-a320-a350-programs/
DALLAS (AP) — A Southwest Airlines flight attendant suffered a compression fracture to a vertebra in her upper back during a hard landing last month in California, according to federal safety investigators. The National Transportation Safety Board said the impact of landing was so hard that the flight attendant thought the plane had crashed. She felt pain in her back and neck and could not move, and was taken to a hospital where she was diagnosed with the fracture. The safety board completed its investigation without saying what caused the hard larding. The NTSB said none of the other 141 people on board the plane were injured in the incident at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California. The pilots told investigators that they were aiming for the normal touchdown zone on the relatively short runway. “However, it ended up being a firm landing,” the NTSB said in its final report, dated Friday. Dallas-based Southwest did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Monday. Shortly after the plane taxied off the runway, the pilots were told about the injury to the flight attendant who was in a jump seat at the back of the plane. The NTSB, which did not travel to the accident site, has not made its documents from the investigation publicly available. The runway that the plane landed on is only 5,700 feet long (1,700 meters). By comparison, runways at nearby Los Angeles International Airport range between 8,900 and nearly 13,000 feet (2,700 to 3,900 meters). The NTSB investigation was reported earlier by The Dallas Morning News.	2022-08-09T00:24:24+00:00	seattlepi.com	https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Southwest-attendant-suffers-broken-back-in-hard-17360401.php
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits last week rose to its highest level in a year-and-a-half, though jobs remain plentiful by historical standards even as companies cut costs as the economy slows. Applications for jobless aid for the week ending May 6 rose by 22,000 to 264,000, the Labor Department said Thursday. That’s up from the previous week’s 242,000 and is the most since November of 2021. The weekly number of applications is seen as roughly representative of the number of U.S. layoffs. Many employers appear to have put a premium on retaining workers after some of them were caught short-handed by the rapid post-COVID-19 economic recovery. As a result, most economists don’t envision waves of layoffs even if a recession were to strike later this year as many expect. The four-week moving average of claims, which evens out some of the weekly volatility, rose by 6,000 to 245,250. Analysts have pointed to a sustained increase in the four-week averages as a sign that layoffs are accelerating, but are hedging their bets on whether any spike in layoffs is imminent. “Our view remains that layoffs will rise less dramatically than normally might occur as companies do all they can to avoid shedding workers who have been incredibly difficult to recruit and retain,” said economist Joshua Shapiro of the financial and economic consulting firm Maria Fiorini Ramirez. That doesn’t mean that more layoffs are not on the way, Shapiro said, but the numbers are likely to be less drastic compared with past economic downturns. Also, signs of a cooling labor market may induce the Federal Reserve to pause its furious pace of interest rate increases that are being used to cool labor market and inflation, some economists believe. U.S. employers added a healthy 253,000 jobs in April, evidence of a labor market still showing surprising resilience. The unemployment rate dipped to 3.4%, matching a 54-year low. But the figures for February and March were recalculated and lowered by 149,000 jobs, potentially signaling that the Fed maneuvers are beginning to become evident. The government also recently reported that U.S. job openings fell in March to the lowest level in nearly two years. Last week, the Fed raised its benchmark interest rate another quarter point. One of the Fed’s goals in raising interest 10 times in the past 14 months is to cool the job market and stifle rising wages. Until very recently, there was very little evidence the central bank’s actions were working on the labor market. The Fed is hoping to achieve a soft landing — lowering growth just enough to bring inflation under control without causing a recession. Economists are skeptical, with many expecting the U.S. to enter a recession later this year. Last month, the Commerce Department reported that U.S. economy slowed sharply from January through March as higher interest rates hammered the housing market and businesses reduced inventories. There have been an increasing number of high-profile layoffs recently, mostly in the technology sector, where companies added jobs at a furious pace during the pandemic. IBM, Microsoft, Salesforce, Twitter, Lyft and DoorDash have all announced layoffs in recent months. Amazon and Facebook have each announced two sets of job cuts since November. But it’s not just the tech sector that’s trimming staff. McDonald’s, Morgan Stanley and 3M also announced layoffs recently. For the week of April 29, the total number of Americans collecting unemployment benefits rose by 12,000 from the previous week to 1.81 million.	2023-05-11T18:32:45+00:00	localsyr.com	https://www.localsyr.com/news/business/ap-business/more-americans-file-for-jobless-claims-but-job-market-remains-healthy/
Five inmates at a Maricopa County jail have been treated and released from hospitals after overdosing, according to authorities. County Sheriff’s officials said the overdoses occurred Saturday at the Towers Jail in Phoenix. The 720-bed facility houses medium security general population inmates, and most are un-sentenced, pre-trial detainees. ILLINOIS STUDENT SMILES, GIGGLES AFTER KILLING COUPLE IN DUI CRASH: VIDEO A sheriff’s spokesman said all five inmates received doses of Narcan and were conscious before being evaluated at a hospital. Last month, seven women incarcerated at the Estrella Jail in Phoenix were hospitalized after overdosing. Sheriff Paul Penzone, responding to an increase in fentanyl overdoses in county jails, has announced a plan to install seven additional security scanners to screen employees and volunteers who go in and out of the jails for drugs and contraband. Penzone, who took office in 2017, said drug smuggling needs to be cleaned up at the county’s five jails, and the new security process is expected to begin sometime this summer. He said there were 282 incident reports of narcotics in the jails last year, and 158 incoming inmate postcards seized by the mailroom that tested positive for being soaked in fentanyl and/or methamphetamine.	2023-05-08T13:17:28+00:00	foxbangor.com	https://www.foxbangor.com/news/national/5-inmates-at-phoenix-arizona-jail-treated-for-drug-overdoses/article_2f0b79a2-5646-5216-94d2-d2a980d9705e.html
Brewers third. Willy Adames homers to center field. Rowdy Tellez flies out to center field to Nick Senzel. Hunter Renfroe flies out to deep center field to Nick Senzel. Kolten Wong flies out to left field to Jake Fraley. 1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 0 left on. Brewers 1, Reds 0. Reds fifth. Albert Almora Jr. flies out to center field to Tyrone Taylor. Jose Barrero strikes out swinging. Michael Papierski homers to right field. Jake Fraley grounds out to shallow infield, Willy Adames to Rowdy Tellez. 1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 0 left on. Reds 1, Brewers 1. Reds eighth. Jose Barrero called out on strikes. Jonathan India pinch-hitting for Michael Papierski. Jonathan India singles to right field. Aristides Aquino pinch-hitting for Jake Fraley. Aristides Aquino strikes out on a foul tip. Donovan Solano doubles to deep right field. Jonathan India scores. Mike Moustakas grounds out to shallow infield to Taylor Rogers. 1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Reds 2, Brewers 1. Brewers ninth. Keston Hiura homers to right field. Luis Urias walks. Victor Caratini grounds out to second base. Jonathan Davis out at second. Tyrone Taylor flies out to center field to Nick Senzel. 1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 0 left on. Reds 2, Brewers 2. Reds tenth. Aristides Aquino singles to shallow infield, advances to 3rd. Austin Romine scores. Throwing error by Mike Brosseau. Donovan Solano out on a sacrifice fly to deep left field to Christian Yelich. Aristides Aquino scores. Mike Moustakas strikes out swinging. Joey Votto flies out to left field to Christian Yelich. 2 runs, 1 hit, 1 error, 0 left on. Reds 4, Brewers 2.	2022-08-07T23:55:16+00:00	seattlepi.com	https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/article/Cincinnati-Milwaukee-Runs-17357901.php
Brazil’s president offers to try to win release of bishop imprisoned in Nicaragua MEXICO CITY (AP) — Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva offered Thursday to help try to gain the release of a Roman Catholic bishop imprisoned in Nicaragua. Lula made the comments after visiting with Pope Francis at the Vatican. Bishop Rolando Álvarez was jailed by the regime of President Daniel Ortega for supposedly helping anti-government protesters. The bishop was sentenced to 26 years in prison, after he refused to board a plane carrying exiles to the United States in February. “I want to talk to Daniel Ortega about freeing the bishop,” Lula said, adding, “I am going to try to help, if I can help.” “The only thing the church wants is for Nicaragua to free the bishop so he can go to Italy,” Lula said. There was no immediate reaction from the Ortega government. Nicaragua’s court system said Álvarez was convicted of undermining the government, spreading false information, obstruction of functions and disobedience. Relations between Ortega and the church have frayed to near non-existence since Nicaragua’s government began jailing opponents and clergy and expelling church-related groups. Since anti-government street protests broke out in 2018, Ortega has banned all opposition demonstrations in Nicaragua and has also restricted Catholic activities. He says Catholic figures sympathetic to the opposition are “terrorists.” In March, the Vatican closed its embassy in Nicaragua after Ortega’s government proposed suspending diplomatic relations, the latest episode in a years-long crackdown on the church. Dozens of religious figures have been arrested or fled the country. Two congregations of nuns, including the Missionaries of Charity order founded by Mother Teresa, were expelled last year.	2023-06-23T04:11:27+00:00	localnews8.com	https://localnews8.com/news/ap-national/2023/06/22/brazils-president-offers-to-try-to-win-release-of-bishop-imprisoned-in-nicaragua/

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