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WELLSTON, Okla. (KFOR) – An Oklahoma attorney and her alleged boyfriend/client now find themselves on the wrong side of the law after Lincoln County deputies executed a search warrant on the attorney’s home.
On Dec. 2, deputies raided Wellston attorney, Debra Campbell’s home.
“It’s really pretty quiet here until we see a whole truckload of cops going down the road,” said Timothy Sapp, who lives nearby.
Neighbors told News 4 it was a shocking sight.
“They had like seven police cars sitting down here on the corner,” said Patricia Cole, who lives down the street.
Cole said she knew something was going on, but didn’t know what it was.
“That was my mother’s property and we sold that property and 2017,” Cole told News 4, before finding out what happened. “She was a lawyer.”
Inside the home of 59-year-old Campbell, deputies said they found six pound of processed marijuana, 100 grams of meth, guns, a loaded gun, and more than $4,300 in cash.
Investigators said they also found personal items belonging to her alleged boyfriend, Michael Kulp. According to online court records, the 40-year-old has been convicted on drug charges in the past.
The two are now facing drug and firearm charges.
“She has a handful of clients that’s here in the jail that she represents. And Michael Kulp was one of them,” said Sheriff Charley Dougherty. “She’s been released on a $75,000 bond with an ankle monitor.”
Kulp is still locked up, officials say.
News 4 called Campbell’s law firm, but there was no answer. Crews also went to her home, but the gate was shut.
Since the raid, neighbors said they’ve ramped up their home surveillance.
“We just went out and bought spent 4-hundred and something dollars for security yesterday just because of that. We never had to protect ourselves before,” said Sapp. “It’s scary.”
The Sheriff said because Campbell and Kulp are allegedly involved romantically, and have an attorney-client relationship, it could be tricky for the courts to decide what information on their cellphones can be used in court.
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2022-12-16T00:24:20+00:00
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kfor.com
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https://kfor.com/news/local/oklahoma-attorney-alleged-boyfriend-client-face-drug-charges-following-search-warrant/
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The $40 billion U.S. package of assistance for Ukraine as it tries to fend off Russia’s aggression is hitching a ride on a commercial flight to South Korea so it can be signed by President Joe Biden.
The Senate voted Thursday to finalize the new military and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine as Biden was making his way to the South Korean capital, Seoul. Biden is in Asia for meetings with the leaders of South Korea, Japan and members of the Indo-Pacific group known as the Quad.
A White House official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to comment publicly, said the bill was being flown to South Korea by a U.S. government official who was already planning to travel to the region on a commercial flight as part of the individual’s official duties. It was not clear when the bill would arrive, but the president was expected to sign it before he heads to Tokyo on Sunday.
For decades, bills that needed an urgent signature were routinely flown by White House aides to the president if he was abroad.
In 2005, President George W. Bush flew back to Washington from his Texas ranch to sign legislation requiring doctors to continue feeding a comatose Florida woman, Terri Schiavo, whose husband wanted to let her die.
An autopen was used for the first time for a bill signing in 2011, when President Barack Obama signed an extension of the Patriot Act into law while he was traveling in Europe.
He used the machine –- which was widely used at the time for mundane commercial and government purposes — because Congress took unexpectedly long to approve the renewal of that law. Its anti-terrorism powers were minutes from expiring at midnight East Coast time when Obama, in France, was awakened to sign the measure.
The Ukraine bill includes $20 billion in military aid that is expected to finance the transfer of advanced weapons systems, $8 billion in general economic support for Ukraine, nearly $5 billion in global food aid to address potential food shortages sparked by the collapse of the Ukrainian agricultural economy, and more than $1 billion in combined support for refugees.
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Fram reported from Washington
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2022-05-21T18:17:22+00:00
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texomashomepage.com
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https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/political-news/ukraine-aid-bill-hitching-ride-to-seoul-for-biden-signature/
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AAA: Gasoline prices back on the rise, select states with 20 cent increases
(Gray News) - After a short break from rising gasoline prices, the prices at the pump are once again increasing.
According to AAA, pump prices rose over the past week due to the high cost of crude oil. The cost of a barrel of crude continues to hover around $100.
With the oil price accounting for about 60% of pump prices, AAA reports the national average for a gallon of regular is currently $4.19, an increase of seven cents since April 25 and $1.29 more than a year ago.
“As long as the supply remains tight, it will be hard for crude oil prices to fall and consumers will face higher prices at the pump,” said Andrew Gross, AAA spokesperson. “It now costs drivers in the U.S. about $23 more to fill up than a year ago.”
Officials say the fear of a global energy supply disruption due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine outweighs the demand concerns prompted by the impact of COVID-19 on China’s economy.
According to new data from the Energy Information Administration, total domestic gasoline demand has decreased slightly, and it would typically push pump prices lower. However, the fluctuating oil price and tight gasoline supply have pushed pump prices higher.
As AAA reports, pump prices will likely face upward pressure as oil prices remain above $100 per barrel.
Quick stats from AAA:
- The nation’s top 10 largest weekly increases: Delaware (+22 cents), Maryland (+21 cents), Ohio (+19 cents), Pennsylvania (+15 cents), Washington, D.C. (+14 cents), Connecticut (+13 cents), Vermont (+13 cents), Indiana (+12 cents), New Jersey (+12 cents) and North Carolina (+12 cents).
- The nation’s top 10 least expensive markets: Georgia ($3.72), Missouri ($3.77), Kansas ($3.78), Arkansas ($3.79), Mississippi ($3.80), Oklahoma ($3.80), Kentucky ($3.82), South Carolina ($3.85), Alabama ($3.85) and Texas ($3.86).
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2022-05-03T21:07:10+00:00
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wymt.com
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https://www.wymt.com/2022/05/03/aaa-gasoline-prices-back-rise-select-states-with-20-cent-increases/
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CLEVELAND – Jim Schwartz has never been afraid of big challenges. He's tackling a new one in Cleveland.
Schwartz, who took a winless Detroit team to the playoff in three seasons, has been hired as the Browns' defensive coordinator, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
Schwartz spent the past two seasons as a defensive adviser for Tennessee. The 56-year-old was one of four candidates to meet with the Browns, who went 7-10 this season and had defensive issues from the opener. He previously worked with Cleveland general manager Andrew Berry in Philadelphia.
Cleveland’s search for a coordinator began last week when coach Kevin Stefanski fired Joe Woods after three seasons.
The Browns also met with Steelers assistant Brian Flores, Seahawks associate head coach Sean Desai and Eagles passing game coordinator Dennard Wilson.
Schwartz was by far the most experienced candidate, and his familiarity with the 4-3 defensive scheme aligns with Cleveland's preference and the club's personnel. Known for a fiery demeanor, Schwartz also will provide some balance to the Browns staff under the even-keeled Stefanski.
Schwartz began his pro career as a scout with Cleveland in the 1990s. He'll take over the Browns' defense once he signs his contract, according to the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because that hasn't happened yet.
Schwartz previously worked as a coordinator with the Titans (8 seasons), Bills (1) and Eagles (5). He won a Super Bowl running Philadelphia's defense in 2017.
One of Schwartz's top priorities will be fixing Cleveland's run defense. The Browns allowed 135 yards per game under Woods, who was unable to get the most out of a group led by star defensive end Myles Garrett.
The Browns need to upgrade their defensive front in the offseason for Schwartz, who always has had big run-stuffing tackles.
When Schwartz was with Buffalo in 2014, the Bills led the league in sacks and finished fourth in yards allowed. During the Super Bowl season in Philadelphia, the Eagles ranked first against the run (79.2) and were fourth in takeaways (31).
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2023-01-17T16:27:24+00:00
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local10.com
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https://www.local10.com/sports/2023/01/17/ap-source-browns-hire-jim-schwartz-as-defensive-coordinator/
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Local stars Bentivegna, Johnson selected to Big 33 all-star football game
York-Adams League football standouts Mikey Bentivegna and Kenny Johnson have been selected to compete in the Big 33 all-star game, a historic showcase featuring the top high school players in Pennsylvania and Maryland.
The seniors from York Suburban and Dallastown were among 38 players named to Team Pennsylvania's roster, which was announced Friday during a press conference at Bishop McDevitt High School. Bentivegna was one of two running backs named to the team, while Johnson was among four wide receivers selected.
The 66th annual Big 33 game will kick off at 7 p.m. Sunday, May 28, at Biship McDevitt's Rocco Ortenzio Stadium, the second-year home of the event, which has long been called "The Super Bowl of High School Football."
Johnson, a University of Pittsburgh signee, hauled in 43 receptions for 659 yards in his senior season at Dallastown. He scored nine total touchdowns, including four in an October shootout against York High. The Wildcats finished 4-6, but Johnson was one of the most potent threats in the York-Adams League all season.
Bentivegna put together one of the most productive campaigns in league history, amassing 2,395 rushing yards and scoring 38 total touchdowns in 12 contests. In leading York Suburban to its first playoff win since 1986, the senior ran for a school-record 382 yards with a whopping six touchdowns before taking a seat in the third quarter. Bentivegna is listed at 5-foot-8 and 190 pounds on the Big 33 roster, and his size became a complicating factor in his college recruitment. After mulling a handful of offers, though, the Trojans star announced his commitment to Division I FCS program Duquesne last Saturday.
MORE:York Suburban football assistant part of history again, 36 years later
Johnson and Bentivegna played together at York Suburban for two seasons before Johnson transferred to Dallastown in 2021. During their freshman year, the Trojans went 10-0 in the regular season and captured the York-Adams Division II title before falling in the district quarterfinals.
Other District 3 players selected to the game include Bishop McDevitt wide receiver Tyshawn Russell (a South Carolina pledge), offensive lineman Gabe Arena (Virginia Tech) and defensive tackle Riley Robell (James Madison); Harrisburg defensive end Terrell Reynolds (undeclared) and linebacker Amir Jones (East Stroudsburg); and Central Dauphin East defensive tackle Vincent Carroll-Jackson (Nebraska).
Bentivegna and Johnson were among nine York-Adams League players to earn all-state honors in December. They joined York High running back Jahiem White and quarterback Sam Stoner; Central York running back Juelz Goff and linebacker Domenic Grove; Spring Grove safety Andrew Osmun; New Oxford cornerback Idriz Ahmetovic; and Dover wide receiver Thomas Smyser.
BASKETBALL:Central York boys capture York-Adams League title with win over York High
COLUMN:Central York boys' season comes full circle in York-Adams League championship
MORE:See official district playoff matchups for each York-Adams League basketball team
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2023-02-17T19:49:06+00:00
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yorkdispatch.com
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https://www.yorkdispatch.com/story/sports/high-school/football/2023/02/17/big-33-all-star-football-game-rosters-mikey-bentivegna-kenny-johnson/69915160007/
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Published: Jun. 28, 2023 at 12:29 PM EDT|Updated: 13 minutes ago
(WFSB) – Former Connecticut Governor Lowell Weicker Jr. has died at age 92.
Weicker died Wednesday after a short illness, according to a family statement.
“He served his country in the United States Army and his state and nation as First Selectman of Greenwich, State Legislator, Congressman from Connecticut’s Fourth District, United States Senator and Governor of Connecticut,” the family said.
Weicker served in public service for nearly four decades, according to the family.
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2023-06-28T16:44:54+00:00
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wfsb.com
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https://www.wfsb.com/2023/06/28/former-ct-governorlowell-weicker-jr-dies-92/
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CVS Health agrees to $5B settlement of opioid lawsuits
(AP) - CVS Health has announced an agreement in principle that would make it the first major pharmacy chain to reach a nationwide settlement of lawsuits over how it handled prescriptions for powerful and addictive prescription opioid painkillers that are linked to an overdose epidemic.
The Woonsocket, Rhode Island company would pay about $5 billion over 10 years under a deal that, if accepted, would be one of the largest settlements over the crisis. Other pharmacies, including Rite Aid, Walgreens and Walmart have reached agreements with individual states.
CVS announced its proposed deal Wednesday as it released its quarterly earnings. The company did not admit liability or wrongdoing and said that nonfinancial terms remain to be resolved.
“We are pleased to resolve these longstanding claims and putting them behind us is in the best interest of all parties, as well as our customers, colleagues and shareholders,” Thomas Moriarty, the CVS chief policy officer and general counsel said in a statement. “We are committed to working with states, municipalities and tribes, and will continue our own important initiatives to help reduce the illegitimate use of prescription opioids.”
The company has launched educational programs and installed safe disposal units for drugs in stores and police departments, among other measures designed to reduce misuse of opioids.
In the lawsuits, governments said pharmacies were filling prescriptions that they should have flagged as inappropriate.
Under the settlement plan, CVS would pay $4.9 billion to state and local governments and about about $130 million to Native American tribes over the next decade. The exact amount would depend on how many governmental entities accept the terms of the deal.
The proposed settlement brings a nationwide tally of finalized and completed settlements between companies and governments to more than $45 billion. Under terms of the deals, most of the money must be used to address the continuing epidemic.
Opioids have been linked to more than 500,000 deaths in the U.S. over the past two decades. Most of the deaths initially involved prescription drugs. As governments, doctors and companies took steps to make them harder to abuse and obtain, people with opioid use disorder increasingly switched to heroin, which proved more deadly.
In recent years, opioid deaths have soared to record levels around 80,000 a year. Most of those deaths involve illicitly produced version of the powerful lab-made drug fentanyl, which is appearing throughout the U.S. supply of illegal drugs.
The settlement was announced as litigation over the role of pharmacies in the opioid crisis has ramped up. On Tuesday, 18 companies — most of them pharmacy-related — submitted reports to a judge overseeing opioid litigation detailing where they face lawsuits.
Only a handful of opioid settlements have had bigger dollar figures attached than the CVS plan. Distributors AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health and McKesson this year finalized a combined settlement worth $21 billion and drugmaker Johnson & Johnson finalized a $5 billion deal.
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, and members of the Sackler family who own the company, have a proposed settlement that would involve up to $6 billion in cash plus the value of the company, which would be turned into a new entity with its profits used to combat the epidemic. That plan has been put on hold by a court.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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2022-11-02T11:25:25+00:00
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wagmtv.com
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https://www.wagmtv.com/2022/11/02/cvs-health-agrees-5b-settlement-opioid-lawsuits/
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- Program implemented in response to Georgia SB 220, a bill signed in April requiring personal finance classes for 11th and 12th-grade students.
- The partnership will provide professional development to educators along with a classroom curriculum that includes access to savings and investment accounts powered by Goalsetter's award-winning savings account financial literacy content and affiliated investment account platform.
- Goalsetter Classroom content will include hundreds of hours of engaging video content mapped to national financial standards, including a series narrated by and starring award-winning actor Anthony Anderson.
- Eligible students will also receive Nike stock provided by the Goalsetter Foundation through its Share the Future program.
JONESBORO, Ark., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) is proud to announce its partnership with Goalsetter to provide Goalsetter Classroom to more than 3,300 11th and 12th-grade students in Clayton County high schools. Goalsetter is an award-winning savings platform that, along with its affiliated investment platform, focuses on providing fun, engaging and relevant financial education. The initiative seeks to fulfill Georgia's recently implemented mandate for financial literacy curriculum in high schools while providing access to savings and investment accounts for participating CCPS students to get them on a path towards attaining financial freedom.
"We are proud to establish a partnership with Goalsetter to strengthen financial literacy among our students as they continue their K-12 matriculation and become successful adults," said Dr. Morcease J. Beasley, Superintendent/CEO of Schools. "Money management is key so that our scholars can become financially stable, build wealth and assets and achieve their personal goals beyond Clayton County Schools. We are excited to provide this tool to our students," he continued.
Earlier this year, Georgia became the 13th state to mandate K-12 financial education for high school students, requiring districts to implement by the 2024-2025 school year. CCPS's announcement is not only a year ahead of schedule, it goes above and beyond the requirements outlined by the state by also providing professional development and training to educators as well as asset-building opportunities for students and their families. As part of the partnership with Goalsetter Classroom, each school will receive:
- Engaging Financial Education: Goalsetter Classroom is mapped to the Jumpstart.org National Standards for Financial Education, providing relevant and timely classroom financial education that will be supported by its industry-leading technology and financial education curriculum.
- Education-first saving and investing: Goalsetter's award-winning savings app offers child savings accounts and smart debit cards that are also equipped with robust K-12 game-based education to help provide students with an onramp to financial wellness. Goalsetter Gold will provide investment accounts to users. Educators and parents will have access to the Goalsetter app, allowing them to learn and earn right alongside their students and children.
- Parent and Educator Financial Training: Parents and educators will be provided one-on-one financial coaching and engaging in-person financial education workshops. Preparing educators to prepare students, the partnership will also provide teachers with professional development and the instructional framework they need to help them address students' perceptions, knowledge, goals, and habits when it comes to money.
- Early asset building: The Goalsetter Foundation, in partnership with Nike, will give Nike stock to qualified CCPS students to encourage early asset building, creating the next generation of savers and investors, and financially responsible young people.
"Historically, we have not taught children or even adults the critical components of managing money and growing wealth, and a lack of knowledge is a primary factor in a lack of asset building," said Goalsetter Founder and CEO Tanya Van Court. "By teaching our children healthy money habits today, we are helping them avoid the pitfalls of debt and putting them on the path to building generational wealth."
Developed according to Jumpstart.org and Council for Economic Education national financial literacy standards and practices, Goalsetter Classroom will also provide more students, teachers and caregivers to the Goalsetter Classroom program. By offering culturally relevant and game-based content, Goalsetter has created an effective approach to tackling the country's low financial literacy rate and improving students' personal finance aptitude by 33 percent.
Founded in 2016, the affiliated Goalsetter Companies are family saving, investing, financial education, and smart spending platforms that make it easy for the whole family to go cashless while teaching them how to be money smart. Centered around fun, relevant, and engaging financial education content, Goalsetter companies' smart money platform for families provides users with an FDIC-Insured Savings Account; an investment platform powered by Goalsetter Advisors, LLC (an SEC registered investment advisor); the Mastercard Cashola teen and tween debit card with parental controls, game-based financial education quizzes; the "Learn before you Burn" parental control feature on the debit card and the "Learn to Earn" financial reward program; as well as the latest cybersecurity features to protect user privacy. Goalsetter was founded by former Nickelodeon and Discovery Education children's digital programming executive Tanya Van Court. For more about Goalsetter visit www.goalsetter.co.
Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) is fully accredited by Cognia. The district offers a focused world-class program based on a challenging curriculum which is taught from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Serving over 50,000 students, Clayton County Public Schools is ranked among the 100 largest school districts in the U.S. and is the fifth largest school system in Georgia.
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sonia.diaz@goalsetter.co
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2022-10-25T11:19:36+00:00
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uppermichiganssource.com
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https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/prnewswire/2022/10/25/clayton-county-public-schools-partners-with-goalsetter-classroom-deliver-k-12-financial-education-curriculum/
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AB") and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. ("AB Holding") (NYSE: AB) today announced that preliminary assets under management decreased to $646 billion during December 2022 from $658 billion at the end of November. Firmwide net inflows were offset by market depreciation, driving the 2% decrease. By channel, Institutions generated net inflows while Private Wealth was flat and Retail posted net outflows. During the month, the firm experienced inflows to our low-fee Customized Retirement Strategies ("CRS") platform of $6.4 billion.
Certain statements provided by management in this news release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The most significant of these factors include, but are not limited to, the following: the performance of financial markets, the investment performance of sponsored investment products and separately-managed accounts, general economic conditions, industry trends, future acquisitions, integration of acquired companies, competitive conditions, and government regulations, including changes in tax regulations and rates and the manner in which the earnings of publicly-traded partnerships are taxed. AB cautions readers to carefully consider such factors. Further, such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which such statements are made; AB undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of such statements. For further information regarding these forward-looking statements and the factors that could cause actual results to differ, see "Risk Factors" and "Cautions Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" in AB's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 or form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2022. Any or all of the forward-looking statements made in this news release, Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, other documents AB files with or furnishes to the SEC and any other public statements issued by AB, may turn out to be wrong. It is important to remember that other factors besides those listed in "Risk Factors" and "Cautions Regarding Forward-Looking Statements", and those listed above, could also adversely affect AB's financial condition, results of operations and business prospects.
AllianceBernstein is a leading global investment management firm that offers high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional investors, individuals and private wealth clients in major world markets.
As of December 31, 2022, including both the general partnership and limited partnership interests in AllianceBernstein, AllianceBernstein Holding owned approximately 39.4% of AllianceBernstein and Equitable Holdings, Inc. ("EQH"), directly and through various subsidiaries, owned an approximate 61.3% economic interest in AllianceBernstein.
Additional information about AB may be found on our website, www.alliancebernstein.com.
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2023-01-11T22:12:08+00:00
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kxii.com
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https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2023/01/11/ab-announces-december-31-2022-assets-under-management/
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The University at Buffalo is stepping up its efforts to make plastics recycling more effective.
UB has been awarded $4.5 million from the state Department of Environmental Conservation to launch a new research center for improving plastics recycling.
The grant will fund the newly established New York State Center for Plastic Recycling Research and Innovation at UB.
The center, to be led by Amit Goyal, a UB professor and director of its RENEW Institute, will include a team of faculty and post-doctoral researchers, UB grad students and DEC staff. They will study ways to develop new markets for recyclable plastics, methods for streamlining the recycling process and reducing contamination in the recycling stream, among many other goals, Goyal said.
DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos said Gov. Kathy Hochul’s budget included the UB funding among several other initiatives.
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The investment is aimed at saving money and easing the costly burden of plastics recycling on local municipalities, as well as reducing waste and pollution and hopefully making UB and New York State global leaders in plastic recycling solutions, Seggos said.
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DEC began partnering with UB on recycling two years ago with a $2 million grant to Goyal’s RENEW Institute to study options for plastics recycling after China curtailed its importing of recyclable materials, vastly shrinking the market for secondary recycling.
UB has since been researching ways to deconstruct and reuse the plastic wrap used in meat and produce packaging, as well as conducting a study of tire recycling.
Seggos said New York's ban on plastic bags and Styrofoam containers have helped reduce plastic waste, “but sometimes seeing what you have done is also a reminder of what you haven’t done.”
Plastics recycling is extremely difficult because there are so many types and it’s too easy to contaminate the recycling stream with types that don’t mix.
The new center will examine ways to make the process easier as well as employing other disciplines, like behavioral psychology and education, to look at how to get more people invested in recycling.
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2022-04-27T19:44:34+00:00
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buffalonews.com
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https://buffalonews.com/business/local/ub-gets-4-5m-dec-grant-for-new-plastics-recycling-research-center/article_c8ce2852-c64d-11ec-9efd-e380e7fc680a.html
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YOKNEAM, Israel, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InMode Ltd. (NASDAQ: INMD), a leading global provider of innovative medical technologies, today announced that Yair Malca, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Canaccord 42nd Annual Growth Conference on Aug. 11, 2022, at the InterContinental Boston hotel.
The presentation is scheduled for 3:30 pm Eastern Time on Thursday, Aug. 11 and will be webcast from InMode's Investor Relations website at https://inmodemd.com/investors/. Yair Malca will also hold one-on-one investor meetings on Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Thursday, Aug. 11. To schedule a meeting, please contact your Canaccord representative.
For more information about the event, visit InMode's investor relations site here.
About InMode
InMode is a leading global provider of innovative medical technologies. InMode develops, manufactures, and markets devices harnessing novel radiofrequency ("RF") technology. InMode strives to enable new emerging surgical procedures as well as improve existing treatments. InMode has leveraged its medically accepted minimally invasive RF technologies to offer a comprehensive line of products across several categories for plastic surgery, gynecology, dermatology, otolaryngology, and ophthalmology. For more information about InMode, please visit www.inmodemd.com.
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2022-07-20T12:18:24+00:00
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kwtx.com
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https://www.kwtx.com/prnewswire/2022/07/20/inmode-present-canaccord-42nd-annual-growth-conference/
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NEW YORK (AP) — Craig Newmark talks about getting focused, even as he is momentarily distracted by his beloved birds flying away from the numerous feeders in his courtyard to go visit some of his Manhattan neighbors.
“I’m trying to be a bit more focused, because a lot of what I do has to do with defending the country,” said Newmark, best known as the founder of Craigslist, though, since 2016, his philanthropic work has stretched his influence well beyond expanding the world of classified ads onto the internet with his pioneering website.
“Better journalism is part of that,” he continued. “I learned in high school history that a trustworthy press is the immune system of democracy. Supporting vets and active service members and their families — that protects the country. Cybersecurity protects the country and is actually something I know a little bit about.”
Newmark donated $81 million to those causes through the Craig Newmark Foundation and Craig Newmark Philanthropic Fund in 2022, returning him to The Chronicle of Philanthropy’s list of biggest donors, The Philanthropy 50, released Tuesday.
“The only exception,” Newmark, 70, says with a nod to a painting of his beloved pigeon Ghostface Killah on his mantle, “is pigeon rescue. But again, I love birds, have a sense of humor, and I suspect that pigeons may become our replacement species.”
The Associated Press spoke with Newmark last week about what inspires his philanthropy and why he feels the need to give so urgently. The interview was edited for clarity and length.
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Q: Does it mean something to you to be on The Philanthropy 50, to be one of the 50 biggest donors in the country?
A: It’s nice to be noticed and then it’s back to work. I’m pretty much a one-man shop. I coordinate a bunch of people helping me out so there’s always more to do.
Q: Can you talk about your donations from last year?
A: A lot of it was me stepping up in cybersecurity. Our nation is under threat from people who wish us harm. They’re attacking our systems. And it’s incumbent upon everyone, if they can, to play a role and fight back.
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Q: You do a lot of your fighting back through the City University of New York, especially the journalism school.
A: CUNY, in general, I like a lot because it helped a lot of New Yorkers to get from lives with no money into the middle class and even better. That matters a lot. America, in a lot of ways, is about a strong middle class. The journalism school is about getting people of all sorts to represent what they’re about, to be fair in the news. The news needs to talk about everyone and usually it’s done best by people who represent one group or another. This is my clumsy way of saying it should be about fairness.
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Q: Is that why you made a major donation to CUNY’s Center for Community Media, which includes the Black Media Initiative that supports outlets serving minorities?
A: I see need. And my contributions are money, influence and, perhaps the most difficult of contributions, getting out of people’s way. Very often, I don’t know what I’m doing, but I do know that it’s really important to get out of the way.
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Q: Why is it so important to you to support veterans and their families?
A: Fifteen years ago, I’m at a lunch sitting next to a volunteer from the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America. He talks a little bit about it and suddenly it all clicks in: There are people giving up our great deal to protect me and my family — going overseas, maybe risk taking a bullet — to protect me, so I should give back. And so I started doing so, focusing at first with Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and then doing more in specific areas.
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Q: In what way?
A: For example, in tech, I’m supporting programs which train vets and military spouses in cybersecurity. I’m just going to keep pushing in that area. But only as long as I live. After that, it’s over.
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Q: You don’t expect Craig Newmark Philanthropies to continue after your death?
A: If you saw the latest Bob Woodruff Foundation fundraiser, they introduced their Hologram Craig and I’m currently in the process of uploading into that. But that’s mostly a joke. The need is enormous in the here and now, so I plan to spend everything during my lifetime and get a lot of good things in motion because I think our species and our civilization need to get through the next 20 years or so in good shape. So that’s where I’m spending my energies.
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Q: In 2022, there was high inflation and recession worries, which caused some people to curb their giving. You were not one of those people. How come?
A: Because the country and the planet needs it. I’m focusing on areas where I see a great need. This is an “all hands on deck” situation. It is like World War II where everyone was expected to play a role. That’s what I will do… Any success I’ve had in my life has been by accidentally being in the right time and place. That makes me the Forrest Gump of the internet.
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2023-02-15T05:54:02+00:00
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NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — Greece’s newly appointed defense minister on Thursday welcomed a deescalation of tensions in the eastern Mediterranean, expressing hope this would lead to a “climate of trust” without directly referring to Turkey.
But Nikos Dendias said that trust must be built on the U.N. charter and on respect for the rule of law on land and at sea with the “absolute condemnation for the threat of the use of force.”
Dendias, a former foreign minister, made the remarks after talks with his Cypriot counterpart Michalis Georgallas during his first overseas visit following the reelection of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Although Dendias’ remarks were clearly referring to Turkey, the Greek top diplomat didn’t mention the country by name, ostensibly in hopes of encouraging reelected Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to engage in dialogue with Athens and Cyprus on a host of issues that continue to be a source of friction between the neighbors.
Dendias’ visit came two days after a visit to Cyprus by his successor at the Greek Foreign Ministry, Giorgos Gerapetritis, who said that Greece is ready to start talks with Turkey to resolve a long-standing dispute over maritime borders that has brought the two countries to the brink of armed conflict.
Dendias repeated that Greece strongly opposes the view of Turkey and the breakaway Turkish Cypriots that a peace deal for ethnically divided Cyprus must be based on recognition of two separate states, in contravention of U.N. resolutions calling for a federation made up of Greek- and Turkish- speaking sectors.
Cyprus was split in 1974 following a coup by supporters of union with Greece. Only Turkey recognizes Turkish Cypriot independence in the island’s northern third and maintains more than 35,000 troops there.
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides said that bolstering Cyprus’ deterrent capabilities is among his new government’s priorities.
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2023-07-06T23:35:58+00:00
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5 people hurt in Orlando warehouse fire that ignited fireworks, officials say
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ORLANDO, Florida (WESH) — Four adults and one teenager have been hospitalized after a fire broke out at a warehouse in Orlando Thursday evening.
Orange County Fire Rescue responded to the warehouse fire at 901 Central Florida Parkway at about 7:15 p.m.
The fire started in a fireworks storage area called Magic in the Sky, according to Orange County Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Garrett Wienkowski.
The adults inside were employees, trapped as fireworks shot around them until firefighters could get everyone out.
“I do not know the cause of the fire. But it did extend into the fireworks which caused a chain reaction very similar to the one in Melbourne,” Wienkowski said. “One of the occupants in the center of the building had hazardous materials with acid and granulate chlorine, none of that was affected by the fire and our hazmat teams have confirmed that.”
Orange County Fire Rescue officials say four adult patients were taken to Orlando Regional Medical Center and one teenage patient went to Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital for treatment.
According to OCFR, firefighters saw flames and heavy smoke coming through the roof when they got there.
The fire was knocked out by late Thursday night. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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2022-12-03T03:12:41+00:00
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- A Rhode Island police officer accused of punching a woman at an abortion protest while he was off-duty was suspended from his job with pay Saturday while the Providence Police Department conducts a criminal investigation into his actions.
Jennifer Rourke, Rhode Island Political Cooperative Chairwoman and a state Senate candidate, told the Providence Journal she was punched in the face at least twice by Jeann Lugo, who had been running for the GOP nomination for a Rhode Island state senate seat.
Lugo told the Journal he was "not going to deny" the punching allegation, but added that "everything happened very fast."
"As an officer that swore to protect and serve our communities, I, unfortunately, saw myself in a situation that no individual should see themselves in," he said in the email to the Boston Globe. "I stepped in to protect someone that a group of agitators was attacking."
Lugo did not immediately respond to a request for comment from The Associated Press.
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Video of the event posted online shows two other individuals involved in a physical altercation at the protest right before a woman, apparently Rourke, is seen being hit. The video does not show what happened between Lugo and Rourke prior to Rourke being hit.
Rourke is seeking the Democratic nomination in the September primary to run for the Rhode Island state Senate. Lugo had been seeking the Republican nomination to run for the same seat.
"I'm a Black woman running for office," Rourke told the Journal. "There was no need, no need for any of this. I'm not going to give up."
In a call with The Associated Press, Rourke said the incident occurred as she was attempting to escort a counterprotester who had agreed to leave. As she was leading the man off the premises, she said, another physical altercation broke out, at which point she was punched in the face multiple times by Lugo.
Rourke said she has never interacted with Lugo before and did not know he would be at the protest.
"I'm disappointed he chose to use violence in this way. As a police officer, he's trained to deescalate. He did not do what he was trained to do," she said.
Rourke sought medical care and received a CT scan on Saturday afternoon. She said she was doing OK but was experiencing a lot of tenderness in her face and ringing in her ears.
She said she had pressed charges against Lugo.
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At midday Saturday, Lugo tweeted that he was dropping out of the race.
"I will not be running for any office this fall," he said.
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza addressed the conflict in a tweet but said he was limited in what he could say.
"I've seen the video and it's immensely disturbing," Elorza said. "Those responsible will be held fully accountable."
In a news release announcing the suspension, Providence police said the suspended officer was a three-year veteran.
The altercation occurred during a Friday protest outside the Rhode Island State House in Providence that was in response to the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court that overturned Roe v. Wade, the 1973 decision that had provided a constitutional right to abortion.
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2022-06-26T14:08:25+00:00
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abc30.com
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ATLANTA, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Invesco Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ) will release its fourth quarter 2022 results on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023. The earnings release and presentation materials are scheduled to be released and posted to the Investor Relations section of the Company's website, www.invesco.com/corporate, at approximately 7 a.m. ET. A conference call to discuss Invesco's results will be held at 9 a.m. ET on that day; the live audio webcast and replay can be accessed through the same website under Events and Earnings Releases.
Those wishing to participate should call:
The presentation will be made available via a simultaneous webcast at www.invesco.com/corporate.
An audio replay will be available approximately one hour after the call:
The replay will be removed after Feb. 7, 2023.
About Invesco Ltd.
Invesco Ltd. is a global independent investment management firm dedicated to delivering an investment experience that helps people get more out of life. With offices in more than 20 countries, our distinctive investment teams deliver a comprehensive range of active, passive and alternative investment capabilities. For more information, visit www.invesco.com.
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2023-01-05T01:42:57+00:00
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The Legendary Catalog Includes All-Time Best-Selling Single "White Christmas," "Anything You Can Do," "Blue Skies," "Cheek To Cheek," "How Deep Is The Ocean," "It's A Lovely Day Today," "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm," "Let's Face The Music And Dance," "Puttin' On The Ritz," "Steppin' Out With My Baby,", "There's No Business Like Show Business" and more
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), Universal Music Group's leading global music publishing division, today announced an exclusive global publishing agreement to represent the iconic song catalog of Irving Berlin. The deal builds upon UMPG's existing relationship with Berlin's estate as the company has served as his catalog administrator, ex-US, since 2012.
Lauded as one of the greatest songwriters in American history, Berlin composed more than 1,500 songs over his 60-year career, from ballads and dance numbers, to love songs and Broadway scores. Under the expanded agreement, UMPG will represent Berlin's catalog of renowned classics including "Anything You Can Do," "Blue Skies," "Cheek To Cheek," "How Deep Is The Ocean," "It's A Lovely Day Today," "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm," "Let's Face The Music And Dance," "Puttin' On The Ritz," "Steppin' Out With My Baby," "The Song Is Ended (But The Melody Lingers On)," "There's No Business Like Show Business," Guinness World Records' longtime best-selling single "White Christmas," and more.
Evan Lamberg, President of North America, UMPG, said: "I've been in the music publishing business my entire working life. It doesn't get any better than UMPG having the honor of representing the timeless cultural songs of Irving Berlin, as well as working with the wonderful Irving Berlin family and Estate."
"The family of Irving Berlin enthusiastically welcomes the expansion of their 10 year relationship with Universal Music Publishing Group and looks forward to continued collaboration as the exclusive global music publisher for Irving Berlin's extensive catalog" said Mary G Campbell of JPMorgan, on behalf of the legendary songwriter's estate.
In support of the expanded agreement and to help drive maximized value for Berlin's legacy, UMPG created https://www.irvingberlinsync.com, a custom Film & TV industry site focused on showcasing Berlin's expansive and iconic catalog. The site strategically uses themed playlists and intuitive tagging to empower sync clients to discover the perfect Irving Berlin song for any audiovisual usage.
Additionally, UMPG will act as representatives for the Berlin estate's brand and social marketing efforts. The global music publisher has launched dedicated social channels including a new Tik Tok page to support Berlin's legacy and songbook, empowering new generations of fans around the world to continue connecting with his timeless music.
Tom Foster, SVP of Film & TV Europe, UMPG, added: "Irving Berlin is quite simply one of the greats. His songs, laced with romance and wit, continue to inspire generations young and old. I'm delighted the Irving Berlin family have chosen UMPG as the caretaker of these songs."
Supplementing his historic musical success, Berlin composed 19 Broadway shows and 18 Hollywood films including White Christmas, Holiday Inn and Top Hat. Proving that great songs stand the test of time, Berlin's music has been featured in films and shows like Home Alone, Titanic, The Simpsons, Spider Man 3 and Downton Abbey. Among numerous honors from throughout his life, Berlin won eight Academy Award nominations, multiple Tony Awards, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, induction into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame, the Presidential Medal of Freedom Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His timeless songs have been covered by generations of music's biggest acts including Lady Gaga, Frank Sinatra, Taylor Swift, Bing Crosby, Paul McCartney, Gregory Porter, Ella Fitzgerald, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Aretha Franklin, Doris Day, Judy Garland, Nat King Cole, Barbra Streisand, Michael Bublé, Cher, Diana Ross, and Celine Dion, to name just a few.
For more information on Irving Berlin, visit www.irvingberlin.com
About Universal Music Publishing Group
Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) is a leading global music publisher with 51 offices in 41 countries. Headquartered in Los Angeles, UMPG represents music across every genre from some of the world's most important songwriters and catalogs. These include ABBA, Adele, Alabama Shakes, Bad Bunny, J Balvin, Bastille, Beach Boys, Beastie Boys, Bee Gees, Louis Bell, Irving Berlin, Leonard Bernstein, Jeff Bhasker, Justin Bieber, Benny Blanco, Nicholas Britell, Chris Brown, Tommy Brown, Mariah Carey, Brandi Carlile, Michael Chabon, Kenny Chesney, Desmond Child, Cirkut, The Clash, Coldplay, Luke Combs, Alexandre Desplat, Jason Derulo, Neil Diamond, Disclosure, Dua Lipa, Bob Dylan, Billie Eilish, Danny Elfman, Eminem, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Omer Fedi, Florence + the Machine, Future, Martin Garrix, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Al Green, Josh Groban, Halsey, Kid Harpoon, Emile Haynie, Jimi Hendrix, Don Henley, H.E.R., Hit-Boy, Sam Hunt, Imagine Dragons, Carly Rae Jepsen, Tobias Jesso Jr., Billy Joel, Elton John/Bernie Taupin, Joe Jonas, Nick Jonas, Alicia Keys, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Baby, Lil Yachty, Linkin Park, Logic, Demi Lovato, the Mamas & the Papas, Steve Mac, Maroon 5, Dave Matthews, Megan Thee Stallion, Shawn Mendes, Metallica, Metro Boomin, Julia Michaels, Miguel, Nicki Minaj, Maren Morris, Mumford & Sons, Nas, Randy Newman, New Order, Ne-Yo, Nija, Pearl Jam, Post Malone, Quavo, Otis Redding, R.E.M., Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rex Orange County, Lionel Richie, Rosalía, Carole Bayer Sager, Gustavo Santaolalla, Schoolboy Q, Sex Pistols, Carly Simon, Blake Slatkin, Britney Spears, Stax (East Memphis Music), Sting, Harry Styles, Swedish House Mafia, Taylor Swift, SZA, Justin Timberlake, Shania Twain, U2, Keith Urban, The Weeknd, Jack White, Frank Zappa, Zedd and many more.
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2022-11-02T16:22:41+00:00
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Dead whale washes ashore on Mississippi beach
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WLOX/Gray News) - Scientists from different agencies are conducting research on a dead fin whale that washed ashore in Pass Christian.
The endangered species is now being examined by several scientists from federal and state agencies, including the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies, Mote Marine Laboratory, FWC Marine Mammal Research and Rescue, and many more.
Crews arrived early to start collecting samples that will determine the cause of death, WLOX reported.
“We are doing an external review of the animal, but we will also be looking internally at all the organs and collecting samples to send them off for testing,” Institute for Marine Mammal Studies stranding coordinator Theresa Madrigal said.
There’s no clear answer on what caused the whale to wash ashore, but scientists believe it has to do with health problems.
“These animals are very deep dwellers. They are going to stay offshore for the most part, so when they come inshore, typically they are very sick. It’s likely this animal was sick and started to come into the Mississippi Sound,” Madrigal said.
In the past, only three fin whales have been stranded in the Gulf of Mexico. This is the first time one has been stranded on the Mississippi coast. The sighting is extremely rare, and people like Michael O’Dwyer were shocked to hear the news.
“I thought that I would just come and observe what’s going on. It’s unusual that we see them on the beach. We see porpoises quite often. Not too often do we see whales here,” O’Dwyer said.
Scientists will continue to conduct research in Pass Christian. The cause of death will be determined once they receive lab results.
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2023-01-09T13:46:55+00:00
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kfyrtv.com
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https://www.kfyrtv.com/2023/01/09/dead-whale-washes-ashore-mississippi-beach/
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CHICAGO (WGN) — High school students between the ages of 14 to 19 can work out for free at any of Planet Fitness’ clubs this summer.
The company says the program, which runs from May 16 to Aug. 31, is part of their High School Summer Pass Initiative and aims at improving teens’ mental and physical health.
The program was formally known as the Teen Summer Challenge, which launched in 2019 and saw more than 900,000 teens sign up and complete more than 5.5 million workouts over a three-and-a-half-month period, according to the company.
High schoolers can visit the website to pre-register and get a reminder to formally sign up when the program kicks off on May 16.
Teens under 18 must register with a parent or guardian online or in-club.
According to the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open, less than 15% of teens met the 60-minute daily physical activity recommendation during the pandemic.
All participants who sign up are automatically entered into the Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass Sweepstakes.
The company will award one $500 scholarship in each state, and the District of Columbia, and one $5,000 scholarship grand prize at the end of the summer. The scholarships can be used for academic or athletic activities or programs.
The company also has COVID-19 protocols in place:
- Touchless check-in via the free Planet Fitness app – available to all High School Summer Pass participants
- A Crowd Meter on the Planet Fitness App that allows members to check club capacity in real-time
- Increased sanitization to continually clean and sanitize high-touch areas, with cleaning stations available for member use
- Mask policies in accordance with local guidelines
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2022-05-03T22:16:24+00:00
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wcia.com
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https://www.wcia.com/news/teens-can-work-out-for-free-all-summer-at-planet-fitness/
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BRAMPTON, Ontario (AP) — Caroline Harvey scored twice, Abby Roque had a goal and three assists, and the United States thumped Switzerland 9-1 on Friday at the world women’s hockey championship.
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Abbey Murphy set the record for the fastest goal ever at the tournament, scoring seven seconds in. She added two assists, while Cayla Barnes also had a goal and two helpers.
Rebecca Gilmore, Gabrielle Hughes, Hannah Bilka and Amanda Kessel were the other U.S. scorers, and Nicole Hensley made 12 saves.
Rahel Enzler spoiled Hensley’s shutout bid halfway through the third period for Switzerland. Saskia Maurer stopped 45 shots.
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The Americans are looking to avenge their silver-medal finishes at the last two worlds, having lost to Canada in both finals. They opened the tournament with a 7-1 win over Japan and will next face Czechia, the country most commonly known as the Czech Republic, on Sunday.
Switzerland, which fell 4-0 to Canada in its opener on Wednesday, will next play Japan on Monday.
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2023-04-07T21:22:15+00:00
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TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — J.J. Watt could be a terrifying presence on a football field, hunting opposing quarterbacks with unparalleled ferocity, particularly during the early 2010s with the Houston Texans.
But the 6-foot-5, 288-pounder also could be a joyful fan favorite, playing catch on the sideline with young fans in the stands before games.
Now one of the best defensive players in NFL history looks as if he’s ready to call it a career.
Watt — a three-time AP Defensive Player of the Year — indicated Tuesday that he will retire at the end of the season, posting pictures of his wife and baby on social media while writing: “Koa’s first ever NFL game. My last ever NFL home game. My heart is filled with nothing but love and gratitude. It’s been an absolute honor and a pleasure.”
The Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman and his wife, Kealia, became parents in October. Koa is the name of their son. Watt’s two brothers, T.J. and Derek, also play in the NFL for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
“Unbelievable career!” Derek Watt posted on Twitter. “Can’t wait for the Hall of Fame ceremony in 5yrs! #FirstBallot #ProudYoungerBrother”
T.J. Watt simply posted a picture in reply to J.J.’s post, a shot of character Michael Scott from “The Office” TV show, smiling with tears in his eyes. T.J. Watt is a three-time All-Pro and was the AP Defensive Player of the Year for last season.
J.J. Watt, 33, was among the premier defensive players in the NFL during the early 2010s with the Houston Texans. The former Wisconsin standout was a first-round pick in 2011 and was dominant from 2012 to 2015, finishing that four-year stretch with 69 sacks, to earn all three of his AP Defensive Player of the Year awards.
Watt was solid during his rookie season, but became a star in 2012, with a stunning 20 1/2 sacks and 39 tackles for a loss. His production dipped slightly in 2013 before two more big seasons. He had 20 1/2 sacks in 2014 and 17 1/2 in 2015.
His numbers slipped during the later half of his career, largely because of injuries. He missed big chunks of time in 2016, 2017, 2019 and 2021, but has had a late-career revival with the Cardinals — his 9 1/2 sacks this season are his most since 2018.
Watt spent his first 10 seasons with the Texans, leaving in 2021 as one of the most beloved figures in the city’s sports history. His community efforts were unmatched, highlighted by raising more than $40 million for Hurricane Harvey relief, which earned him the 2017 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.
Sports Radio 610, which is the flagship station of the Texans, set up the J.J. Watt Goodbye Hotline that received hundreds of messages. The station tweeted a 30-minute montage of the calls, with plenty of lighter fare such as the man who planned to name his twins Jay and Jae and another who sang “I Will Always Love You.”
But several men sounded as if they were choking back tears or actively weeping during their messages and one caller from Santa Fe, Texas, thanked Watt for paying for the funerals of the eight students and two teachers who died in a school shooting there in 2018.
Watt set Texans franchise records in sacks (101), tackles for loss (172), quarterback hits (281) and forced fumbles (25).
Watt has spent the past two seasons with the Cardinals. He has played some of his best football in Arizona over the past few weeks, with three sacks against the Broncos and two tackles for a loss on Christmas against the Buccaneers.
Watt’s retirement isn’t a total surprise. He had a health scare earlier this season when he had to have his heart shocked into rhythm after going into atrial fibrillation. He still played three days later in Arizona’s win over the Carolina Panthers.
“I talked to cardiologists and electrophysiologists from all over the country,” Watt said in October. “I was assured multiple times from multiple people that there was nothing else you could do. I could play like normal and something could happen the next day or never again in 20 years. So I was assured and I went back to practice on Friday and here we are.
“Obviously it’s been a very emotional week for me and my family — for my wife and for myself,” he added.
The Cardinals and Watt have two more games this season, both on the road against the Falcons and 49ers.
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AP Sports Writer Kristie Rieken in Houston contributed to this report.
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2022-12-28T16:59:21+00:00
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ourquadcities.com
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https://www.ourquadcities.com/sports/ap-cardinals-j-j-watt-indicates-hell-retire-at-end-of-season/
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50 interesting gadgets you’ve probably never seen before
Every now and then, you find a device that makes your life easier. These helpful gadgets often make you feel like a genius. Thinking about the problems you aim to solve can be beneficial if you’re looking for exciting products to improve your quality of life. There are numerous helpful gadgets for pet owners, parents, those who love to cook and anyone looking to keep their house clean.
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10 life-changing gadgets for pet owners
This device is perfect if you want to let your dog go in and out as they please but you’re afraid other animals will get in. It recognizes a special tag you place on your dog’s collar and only opens if your dog is within range. Some people complained it was loud when activated, but most didn’t have an issue with the noise.
This treat dispenser lets you see and feed your pets no matter where you are. It’s equipped with a 1080p camera with night vision. The two-way microphone lets you talk to your dog or receive push notifications when they bark.
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- The Litter-Robot 3 Core Bundle is a futuristic litter box that cleans itself. This bundle includes numerous accessories, such as a ramp and litter-trapping mat.
- You’ve likely seen viral videos of dogs using buttons with pre-recorded messages to talk to their owners. You’ll need the Hunger For Words Talking Pet Starter Set if you’re interested in teaching your dog to communicate.
- The PortionPro Rx Automated RFID Dog & Cat Feeder is an excellent choice for those with multiple cats. It ensures your cats eat the food meant for them instead of eating from each other’s bowls.
- The interactive Wickedbone Smart Bone toy features automatic movement to keep your dog entertained. You can control the bone via smartphone when you aren’t using the automatic mode.
- The DogPacer Dog Treadmill is perfect for dogs who love to walk.
- Cleaning cat litter can be a tedious chore. Luckily, the Litter Genie Plus makes it much easier.
- The PetDroid Cat Toy features automatic, irregular movements that give your cat something to chase throughout the day.
- The FitBark 2 Dog Activity Monitor is essentially a Fitbit for your pet.
10 life-changing kitchen gadgets
Anova Culinary AN500-US00 Sous Vide Precision Cooker
You can control this sous vide cooker from your smartphone. Many were impressed with how well it holds heat and how easy it is to use. The companion app has a wide range of recipes worth checking out.
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Secura Detachable Milk Frother
This milk frother is ideal for cappuccinos and hot chocolates. It has numerous froth settings, and the stainless-steel container is dishwasher safe.
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- The Meater Plus Smart Thermometer makes it easier to get the perfect internal meat temperature.
- This Black and Decker Cocktail Machine uses pods, similar to a Keurig, to make delicious cocktails.
- The Vitamix FoodCycler makes composting easy. This compact machine breaks down food in just a few hours.
- If you love soft-serve ice cream, you can’t go wrong with the Cuisinart 1.5-quart Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker.
- The app-controlled Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug helps you keep your coffee warm.
- The Perfect Blend Pro Smart Scale measures smoothie ingredients’ weight and nutritional value.
- This Alexa-Enabled Hamilton Beach Smart Coffee Maker lets you brew coffee with voice commands.
- The sleek Moen Arbor Smart Faucet can be controlled via smartphone, voice commands or hand motions.
10 life-changing gadgets for parents
Toniebox Audio Player Starter Set
This screen-free device is a great way to get your kids into a fun morning routine. It’s compatible with numerous fun characters that have their own stories, songs and other content. It’s available in six colors.
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This machine mixes, heats and prepares a bottle at the press of a button. The Wi-Fi-enabled version lets you prepare your baby’s bottle using your smartphone. Many loved how easy this makes nighttime feedings.
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- The Playtex Diaper Genie keeps your trash from smelling like dirty diapers.
- The Meta Portal Plus is ideal for staying in touch if your kids have moved out or gone to college.
- The Magic Mixies Magical Misting Cauldron is one of the season’s hottest toys.
- The Crane Adorables Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier is available in numerous fun animal designs.
- The Click N’ Play Floor Piano Pad will get your little one up and moving.
- You can’t go wrong with the Learning Resources 1-2-3 Build It! Robot Factory if you’re looking for a fun learning activity for your child.
- The LittleHippo Mella Children’s Alarm Clock is a great way to build bedtime routines.
- The VTech Sit-to-Stand Ultimate Alphabet Train is a versatile toy that grows with your child.
10 life-changing home gadgets
The BedJet is the perfect way to keep your bed cool or warm. Many were surprised by how quiet this device was.
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Roborock S7 Robot Vacuum and Mop
This is ideal for those with hardwood or tile floors. It automatically detects carpet and boosts its cleaning power as needed. You can control it with voice commands.
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- The EyeVac Stationary Vacuum keeps you from bending down to use a dustpan.
- This NordicTrack Adjustable Dumbbell set lets you control the weight with Alexa.
- This Levoit Smart Air Purifier can be controlled using your smartphone.
- The Katchy Indoor Insect Trap is a high-tech way to deal with pests.
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Motorcyclist dies after crash with vehicle in northeast Las Vegas
A motorcyclist died after a crash with a vehicle Monday in northeast Las Vegas.
The collision involving a white 2012 Ford Fusion and a black 1999 Harley Davidson.occurred around 9:30 a.m. on North Toiyabe Street at the intersection with Judson Avenue. The 68-year-old motorcyclist was heading north on Toiyabe approaching the intersection when the Ford, which was initially stopped at a stop sign facing east, accelerated into the intersection into the motorcycle’s path, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
The rider was taken to University Medical Center. On Wednesday, the Clark County coroner’s office notified police that the motorcyclist had died.
No further information was available.
Contact David Wilson at dwilson@reviewjournal.com. Follow @davidwilson_RJ on Twitter.
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2022-10-20T02:32:41+00:00
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reviewjournal.com
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https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/motorcyclist-dies-after-crash-with-vehicle-in-northeast-las-vegas-2660729/
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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) — Tatjana Patitz, one of an elite group of famed supermodels who graced magazine covers in the 1980s and ’90s and appeared in George Michael’s “Freedom! ’90” music video, has died at age 56.
Patitz’s death in the Santa Barbara, California, area was confirmed by her New York agent, Corinne Nicolas, at the Model CoOp agency. Nicolas said the cause was illness, but did not have further details.
Patitz, who was born in Germany, raised in Sweden and later made her life in California, was known as part of an elite handful of “original” supermodels, appearing in the Michael video along with Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell and Cindy Crawford.
She was a favorite of fashion photographer Peter Lindbergh, who highlighted her natural beauty in his famous 1988 photo, “White Shirts: Six Supermodels, Malibu,” and for British Vogue’s 1990 cover — leading Michael to cast the group in his lip-syncing video, according to Vogue.
The magazine quoted its global editorial director, Anna Wintour, as saying Patitz was “always the European symbol of chic, like Romy Schneider-meets-Monica Vitti. She was far less visible than her peers — more mysterious, more grown-up, more unattainable — and that had its own appeal.”
In a 2006 interview, Patitz opined that the golden age of supermodels was over.
“There was a real era, and the reason that happened was because glamour was brought into it,” she was quoted as saying in Prestige Hong Kong magazine. “Now the celebrities and actresses have taken over, and the models are in the backseat completely.”
She also noted that models from her era had healthier physiques.
“Women were healthy, not these scrawny little models that nobody knows their names anymore,” Patitz said.
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2023-01-11T22:13:11+00:00
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pahomepage.com
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https://www.pahomepage.com/uncategorized/tatjana-patitz-renowned-supermodel-of-80s-and-90s-dies-at-56/
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Turnout dipped sharply in this election, to 65%, as some Kenyans expressed weariness with seeing long-familiar political leaders on the ballot and frustration with economic issues including widespread corruption and rising prices. Outgoing President Uhuru Kenyatta crossed the ethnic lines that have long marked politics by backing Odinga. The president fell out with his deputy Ruto years ago.
Past elections have been marked by political violence, but civil society observers, police, religious leaders and others have said this one has been peaceful.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in a call with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta on Saturday “encouraged continued peace and patience as the vote tallying from Kenya’s Aug. 9 election proceeds,” spokesman Ned Price said.
In western Kenya, residents said they were tired of waiting for results, but stressed that they were also sapped from the turbulence of the past.
“We aren't ready for any violence here,” said Ezekiel Kibet, 40, who said he would accept the results if the process is transparent. “We are thinking of how our kids will go back to school.”
“Let whoever will win rule us,” added Daniel Arap Chepkwony, 63. “Many people think that we here will come out with our weapons, but we will not.”
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An Associated Press journalist in Kingwal contributed to this report.
Riot police are deployed to provide security after scuffles broke out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya, late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Riot police are deployed to provide security after scuffles broke out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya, late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Scuffles break out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Scuffles break out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Police are deployed to provide security after scuffles broke out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Police are deployed to provide security after scuffles broke out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Police are deployed to provide security after scuffles broke out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Police are deployed to provide security after scuffles broke out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Police are deployed to provide security after scuffles broke out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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Police are deployed to provide security after scuffles broke out between political party agents and police at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya late night Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Kenya's peaceful presidential election saw a brief disruption late Saturday when police responded to scuffles at the national tallying center amid tensions over the close results. (AP Photo)
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General Service Unit soldiers stand guard as election officials and party agents verify the vote-tallying at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022. Kenyans are waiting for the results of a close presidential election in which the turnout was lower than usual. (AP Photo/Sayyid Abdul Azim)
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General Service Unit soldiers stand guard as election officials and party agents verify the vote-tallying at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022. Kenyans are waiting for the results of a close presidential election in which the turnout was lower than usual. (AP Photo/Sayyid Abdul Azim)
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General Service Unit soldiers stand guard as election officials and party agents verify the vote-tallying at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022. Kenyans are waiting for the results of a close presidential election in which the turnout was lower than usual. (AP Photo/Sayyid Abdul Azim)
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General Service Unit soldiers stand guard as election officials and party agents verify the vote-tallying at the electoral commission's national tallying center in Nairobi, Kenya Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022. Kenyans are waiting for the results of a close presidential election in which the turnout was lower than usual. (AP Photo/Sayyid Abdul Azim)
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2022-08-14T07:09:00+00:00
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NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neuberger Berman MLP and Energy Income Fund Inc. (NYSE American: NML) (the "Fund") has announced a distribution declaration of $0.02266 per share of common stock. The distribution announced today is payable on October 31, 2022, has a record date of October 17, 2022 and has an ex-date of October 14, 2022.
The Fund currently intends to make regular monthly cash distributions to holders of its common stock at a fixed rate per share, to be determined based on the projected net rate of return of the Fund's investments as well as other factors, subject to ongoing review and adjustment from time to time. The Fund currently intends to pay its regular monthly distributions out of its distributable cash flow, which generally consists of (1) cash and paid-in-kind distributions from master limited partnerships ("MLPs") or their affiliates, dividends from common stocks, interest from debt instruments and income from other investments held by the Fund less (2) current or accrued operating expenses, including leverage costs, if any, and taxes on its taxable income.
The Fund expects that a portion of its distributions to stockholders will constitute a non-taxable return of capital. A "return of capital" is a distribution by the Fund which represents a return of a common stockholder's original investment, and should not be confused with a dividend. To the extent the Fund pays a return of capital, a common stockholder's basis in Fund shares will be reduced, which will increase a capital gain or reduce a capital loss upon sale of those shares. There is no assurance that the Fund will always be able to pay a distribution of any particular amount, or that a distribution will consist solely of the Fund's current and accumulated earnings and profits.
In compliance with Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, a notice would be provided for any distribution that does not consist solely of net investment income. The notice would be for informational purposes and not for tax reporting purposes, and would disclose, among other things, estimated portions of the distribution, if any, consisting of net investment income, capital gains and return of capital. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of all distributions paid in 2022 will be made after the end of the year.
The Fund is subject to federal income tax on its taxable income, unlike most investment companies. Any taxes paid by the Fund will reduce the amount available to pay distributions to stockholders, and therefore investors in the Fund will likely receive lower distributions than if they invested directly in MLPs.
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Neuberger Berman, founded in 1939, is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. The firm manages a range of strategies—including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity, real estate and hedge funds—on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally. With offices in 25 countries, Neuberger Berman's diverse team has over 2,500 professionals. For eight consecutive years, the company has been named first or second in Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management survey (among those with 1,000 employees or more). Neuberger Berman is a PRI Leader, a designation, since last assessed, that was awarded to fewer than 1% of investment firms for excellence in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. In the 2021 PRI Assessment, the firm obtained the highest possible scoring for its overarching approach to ESG investment and stewardship, and integration across asset classes. The firm manages $418 billion in client assets as of June 30, 2022. For more information, please visit our website at www.nb.com.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Landon Donovan is teaming with Clint Dempsey again at a World Cup.
The pair, who share the American record of 57 international goals, will work for Fox at this year’s tournament in Qatar. Donovan is paired with Ian Darke on one of five play-by-play teams. He joins Dempsey, hired last spring as a studio analyst.
Fox announced Tuesday that the shifted World Cup opener between Qatar and Ecuador on Nov. 20 at 11 a.m. EST will be televised on its FS1 cable network. The main Fox network has the “NFL Kickoff” pregame show at that time ahead of games that start at 1 p.m. EST. The main network had been scheduled to broadcast the original opener, Senegal vs. Netherlands, at 5 a.m. EST on Nov. 21, but FIFA decided in August to start a day earlier.
As a result, the main Fox network will televise 34 of the 64 matches, one fewer than the original broadcast schedule announced in April.
Commentators will call all matches from stadiums in Qatar. Four years ago in Russia, Fox called 33 matches onsite, including all but one during the knockout rounds.
Donovan and Dempsey starred for the U.S. at the 2006 and 2010 World Cups.
Donovan became an ESPN studio analyst when he was cut from the 2014 U.S. World Cup roster by coach Jurgen Klinsmann. Donovan was hired as a color commentator for Fox during the 2016 Copa América and a studio analyst during the 2017 and 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cups. He currently is manager of the second-tier San Diego Loyal.
Darke memorably called Donovan’s injury-time goal against Algeria that advanced the U.S. to the round of 16 at the 2010 World Cup. Darke works for ESPN on a non-exclusive basis, allowing him to broadcast for Fox during this World Cup, and he is BT Sports’ lead soccer commentator in Britain.
John Strong and former U.S. midfielder Stu Holden will be the lead crew, as they were when they called 17 matches for Fox at the 2018 tournament.
Jacqui Oatley, a Sky Sports broadcaster, will become the first woman to call play-by-play for a U.S. network at a men’s World Cup. She is paired with former England defender Warren Barton, who worked 10 games with Mark Followill in 2018.
Derek Rae is paired with former U.S. midfielder Aly Wagner. They called 10 games together from a Los Angeles studio during Fox’s 2018 coverage and three on-site in a late change in plans, two round of 16 games and a quarterfinal. Rae is ESPN’s lead Bundesliga commentator.
JP Dellacamera will work with former U.S. forward Cobi Jones, Dellacamera’s 10th consecutive men’s World Cup on television or radio to go along with six Women’s World Cups. Four years ago, Dellacamera was joined by former U.S. goalkeeper Tony Meola for 13 matches,
Fox used six crews four years ago: Glenn Davis and Cobi Jones broadcast seven games and Jorge Perez-Navarro and Mariano Trujillo worked four.
Retired referees Mark Clattenburg and Joe Machnik are rules analysts.
Alexi Lalas will be Fox’s lead studio analyst for his second straight World Cup after working for ESPN in that role during the 2006, 2010 and 2014 tournaments.
Dempsey is joined by Carli Lloyd, who scored three goals for the U.S. in the 2015 Women’s World Cup final; former U.S. midfielder Maurice Edu; and former England midfielder Eni Aluko and forward Kelly Smith. Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson is a contributing analyst,
Rob Stone hosts his second straight World Cup and Kate Abdo returns as “World Cup Tonight” host. Abdo hosts CBS’ soccer telecasts, joined by Dempsey and Edu.
Reporters include Jenny Taft, Rodolfo Landeros and Geoff Shreeves. Tom Rinaldi is a reporter and feature correspondent.
All matches will be streamed on the Fox Sports app.
Fox will be televising the second of three World Cups for which it bought U.S. English-language television rights. ESPN and ABC had U.S. English-language TV rights from 1994 through 2014.
U.S. Spanish-language television rights are held by NBCUniversal’s Telemundo.
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More AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
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2022-10-04T17:09:35+00:00
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ourmidland.com
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https://www.ourmidland.com/entertainment/article/Donovan-Dempsey-to-broadcast-World-Cup-in-US-for-17486238.php
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Ayesha Rascoe is a White House correspondent for NPR. She is currently covering her third presidential administration. Rascoe's White House coverage has included a number of high profile foreign trips, including President Trump's 2019 summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Hanoi, Vietnam, and President Obama's final NATO summit in Warsaw, Poland in 2016. As a part of the White House team, she's also a regular on the NPR Politics Podcast.
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2022-08-21T13:52:32+00:00
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klcc.org
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https://www.klcc.org/2022-08-21/journalist-al-crespo-who-exposed-corruption-in-miami-dies-at-80
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Jury resumes deliberating in trial of gunman who killed 11 at Pittsburgh synagogue
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A jury resumed deliberating Friday in the federal trial of a truck driver who shot and killed 11 worshippers at a Pittsburgh synagogue in the nation’s deadliest attack on Jewish people.
There is no dispute that 50-year-old Robert Bowers was the man who burst into Tree of Life synagogue on Oct. 27, 2018, and opened fire with an AR-15 rifle and other guns, although prosecutors and the defense sparred at the trial over his motive. Seven people were wounded, including five police officers.
After 11 days of testimony, jurors got the case Thursday afternoon and spent more than two hours reviewing the mountain of evidence against Bowers before going home. Bowers is charged with 63 criminal counts, including hate crimes resulting in death and obstruction of the free exercise of religion resulting in death. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty.
GRAPHIC WARNING: Video included in this story contains disturbing details.
In closing arguments Thursday, a prosecutor told the jury that Bowers targeted his victims because of their religion, noting his extensive online trail of antisemitic and white supremacist content. Bowers also told police at the scene that “all these Jews need to die,” prosecutor Mary Hahn said.
The defense argued that Bowers was not trying to stop people from practicing their faith, an element of some of the crimes he is charged with. Defense lawyer Elisa Long argued that Bowers instead acted out of a delusional belief that he had to attack congregants because of their support of a Jewish humanitarian group that resettles refugees, people he viewed as invaders.
Survivors testified about the terror they felt that day, including a woman who recounted how she was shot in the arm and then realized her 97-year-old-mother had been shot and killed right next to her. Andrea Wedner, the trial’s last witness, told jurors she touched her mother’s lifeless body and cried out, “Mommy,” before SWAT officers led her to safety.
Prosecutors also presented evidence of his deep-seated animosity toward Jews and immigrants. Jurors learned that Bowers had extensively posted, shared or liked antisemitic and white supremacist content on Gab, a social media platform popular with the far right, and praised Hitler and the Holocaust.
The defense did not present any evidence or witnesses.
Assuming the jury returns a conviction, the trial would enter what’s expected to be a lengthy penalty phase, with the same jurors deciding Bowers’ sentence: life in prison or the death penalty. Bowers’ attorneys have focused their efforts on trying to save his life.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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2023-06-16T14:17:16+00:00
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https://www.wagmtv.com/2023/06/16/jury-resumes-deliberating-trial-gunman-who-killed-11-pittsburgh-synagogue/
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BELGRADE, Serbia — A shooter killed at least eight people and wounded 13 in a drive-by attack near a town close to Belgrade late Thursday, the second such mass killing in Serbia in two days, state television reported.
The attacker shot randomly at people near the town of Mladenovac, some 50 kilometers (30 miles) south of the capital, the RTS report said early Friday. Police were looking for a 21-year-old suspect who fled after the attack, the report said.
The shooting came a day after a 13-year-old boy used his father's guns in a rampage at a school in Belgrade that killed eight of his fellow students and a school guard.
The bloodshed sent shockwaves through a Balkan nation unused to mass murders.
Though Serbia is awash with weapons left over from the wars of the 1990s, mass shootings are extremely rare. Wednesday's school shooting was the first in the country's modern history. The last mass shooting before this week was in 2013, when a war veteran killed 13 people in a central Serbian village.
Serbian Interior Minister Bratislav Gasic called Thursday's shooting "a terrorist act," state media reported.
Special police and helicopter units have been sent to the region as well as ambulances, it added.
No other details were immediately available, and police had not issued any statements.
Earlier Thursday, Serbian students, many wearing black and carrying flowers, filled streets around the school in central Belgrade as they paid silent homage to peers killed a day earlier. Thousands lined up to lay flowers, light candles and leave toys to commemorate the nine people who were killed on Wednesday morning.
The tragedy also sparked a debate about the general state of the nation following decades of crises and conflicts whose aftermath have created a state of permanent insecurity and instability, along with deep political divisions.
Authorities on Thursday moved to boost gun control, as police urged citizens to lock up their guns and keep them away from children.
Police have said that the teen used his father's guns to carry out the attack. He had planned it for a month, drawing sketches of classrooms and making lists of the children he planned to kill, police said on Wednesday.
The boy, who had visited shooting ranges with his father and apparently had the code to his father's safe, took two guns from the safe where they were stored together with bullets, police said on Wednesday.
The shooting on Wednesday morning in Vladislav Ribnikar primary school also left seven people hospitalized — six children and a teacher. One girl who was shot in the head remains in a life-threatening condition, and a boy is in serious condition with spinal injuries, doctors said on Thursday morning.
To help people deal with the tragedy, authorities announced they were setting up a helpline. Hundreds answered a call to donate blood for the wounded victims. A three-day mourning period will begin Friday morning.
Serbian teachers' unions announced protests and strikes to warn about a crisis in the school system and demand changes. Authorities shrugged off responsibility, with some officials blaming Western influence.
The shooter, whom the police identified as Kosta Kecmanovic, has not given any motive for his actions.
Upon entering his school, Kecmanovic first killed the guard and three students in the hallway. He then went to the history classroom where he shot a teacher before turning his gun on the students.
Kecmanovic then unloaded the gun in the school yard and called the police himself, although they had already received an alert from a school official. When he called, Kecmanovic told duty officers he was a "psychopath who needs to calm down," police said.
The children killed Wednesday were seven girls and one boy. One of the girls was a French citizen, France's foreign ministry said.
Authorities have said that Kecmanovic is too young to be charged and tried. He has been placed in a mental institution, while his father has been detained on suspicion of endangering public security because his son got hold of the guns.
"I think we are all guilty. I think each one of us has some responsibility, that we allowed some things we should not allow," said Zoran Sefik, a Belgrade resident, during Wednesday evening's vigil near the school.
Jovan Lazovic, another Belgrade resident, said he was not surprised: "It was a matter of days when something like this could happen, having in mind what is happening in the world and here," he said.
Gun culture is widespread in Serbia and elsewhere in the Balkans: The region has among the highest numbers of guns per capita in Europe. Guns are often fired into the air at celebrations and the cult of the warrior is part of national identities.
Experts have repeatedly warned of the danger posed by the number of weapons in a highly divided country like Serbia, where convicted war criminals are glorified and violence against minority groups often goes unpunished. They also note that decades of instability stemming from the conflicts of the 1990s, as well as ongoing economic hardship, could trigger such outbursts.
"We have had too much violence for too long," psychologist Zarko Trebjesanin told N1 television. "Children copy models. We need to eliminate negative models ... and create a different system of values."
Copyright 2023 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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2023-05-05T04:31:52+00:00
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kosu.org
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https://www.kosu.org/world-news/world-news/2023-05-04/at-least-8-dead-from-second-mass-shooting-in-2-days-in-serbia
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Thomas Schur’s Dec. 9 commentary about the Mountain Iron-Buhl football game (“ Football may be 'strange,' but MIB showed how it can unite us ”) was interesting and enjoyable to read — and then I got to his credentials.
Since when does a credential need to include “ex-Catholic” — or ex-Protestant or ex-Baptist, for that matter — to identify accomplishments? Isn’t that just a personal choice? How ridiculous!
Bernadette Andreachi
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PHILADELPHIA — Curt Casali hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning, and the San Francisco Giants beat Philadelphia 5-4 on Monday in a long-ball contest that extended the Phillies losing streak to four and added pressure to manager Joe Girardi.
Philadelphia has lost 11 of 15 games and at 21-28 is seven games under .500 for the first time since the final day of 2017. Girardi was hired ahead of 2020 and was expected to break the Philadelphia playoff drought that stretches back to 2011.
“Everyone in that room and in this room has gone through tough times in your life and you get to the other side,” Girardi said. “Otherwise, you wouldn’t be in this room.”
After Giants manager Gabe Kapler said he was going to suspend his protest and stand for the national anthem on Memorial Day, Kapler team gave him a win that even San Francisco at 2-2 on a 10-game trip.
“Eventually, we feel like we’re going to get that one good pitch to hit and have that crooked inning,” Kapler said.
Wilmer Flores and Evan Longoria also homered for the Giants. Kyle Schwarber, Nick Castellanos and Rhys Hoskins went deep for the Phillies, who lost in extra innings for the second straight day.
Eight of the nine runs scored on homers.
With the score 3-3, Casali drove a fastball from Andrew Bellatti (1-1) deep in the left-field seats for his fourth homer this season. Alec Bohm hit a sacrifice fly in the bottom half.
“I was just thinking about driving the ball and doing something better than I did in my first three at-bats,” Casali said. “I was just happy to get the job done and to go home.”
Dominic Leone (3-0) pitched a scoreless ninth for the Giants.
Philadelphia closer Corey Knebel allowed a ninth-inning homer for the second straight day, a two-out drive by Longoria that gave the Giants a 3-2 lead. Longoria has five home runs in his last five games.
On Sunday, Knebel gave up a tying home run to rookie Nick Plummer in the ninth and a walkoff double to Eduardo Escobar in the New York Mets’ 5-4, 10-inning win.
Giants starter Logan Webb allowed a career-high three home runs — he had given up more than one just once in a game.
Webb took a three-hitter into the ninth with 10 strikeouts and no walk. Originally told that his day was over after the eighth, Webb persuaded Kapler to let him stay in the game.
Seeking his first big league complete game, Webb gave up a leadoff homer to Schwarber on his second pitch of the ninth, his 100th and final pitch of the game.
“I wanted it and I was pretty comfortable out there,” Webb said. “I felt like it was my game.”
Castellanos homered in the second and Hoskins in the fourth for a 2-0 lead. Flores hit a two-run homer in the sixth off Kyle Gibson, who gave up two runs and six hits in six innings.
KAPLER WATCH
Kapler stood just outside the third base dugout at Citizens Bank Park during the national anthem.
“While I believe strongly in the right to protest and the importance of doing so, I also believe strongly in honoring and mourning our country’s service men and women who fought and died for that right,” he wrote in his blog before the game.
TRAINERS ROOM
Giants: 1B Brandon Belt remains in San Francisco while recovering from right knee inflammation. Belt has been hitting in the batting cage at Oracle Park, but there is not a firm timeline on his return. ... OF Steven Duggar (left oblique strain) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment on Thursday at Triple-A Sacrament.
Phillies: Mickey Moniak was activated on Monday, started in center and was 0 for 4 with three strikeouts for the Phillies. The top overall pick in the 2016 amateur draft broke his right hand during the final spring training game on April 6.
UP NEXT
LHP Ranger Suárez (4-3, 4.74 ERA) is to start Tuesday for the Phillies and RHP Jakob Junis (2-1, 2.76) for the Giants.
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2022-05-31T00:28:26+00:00
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washingtonpost.com
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https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/mlb/casalis-hr-gives-giants-5-4-win-phillies-lose-11th-of-15/2022/05/30/88e1f8b8-e074-11ec-ae64-6b23e5155b62_story.html
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BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union officials and countries from the 27-nation bloc are discussing plans to dedicate an extra billion euros as well as setting up a joint procurement scheme to speed up the delivery of howitzer artillery rounds that Ukraine says are crucial to countering Russian forces.
With Ukraine facing shortages of ammunition to fight Russia, the idea of setting up a plan of action similar to the one devised during the coronavirus pandemic to buy vaccines was first brought to the table last month by Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas.
According to an EU official with direct knowledge of the project who briefed reporters Thursday, the priority now is to guarantee the swift delivery to Ukrainian armed forces of 155mm artillery rounds. The official was not authorized to speak publicly because the plan is still being finalized.
The EU has been helping Ukraine through its European Peace Facility — a fund being used to reimburse member countries that provide weapons, ammunition and military support to Ukraine.
Under the latest proposal, member countries providing ammunition immediately would be guaranteed to be repaid quickly and at high rates of reimbursement.
To fund the project, member states would need to use an additional billion euros after they already agreed in December to top up the European Peace Facility by a further 2 billion euros, with a possibility of an additional 3.5 billion.
The EU will also encourage third countries to join the fund, the official said. "We’re in discussions with the Norwegians, with potential interest from the Canadians.”
In parallel, the European Defense Agency would aggregate demands from member states to restock, and lead a fast-track procedure for direct negotiations with industrial providers of ammunition in Europe.
According to the official, a total of 12 companies in nine member states are producing 155mm ammunition. The European Commission, the EU’s executive arm, will incentivize them to ramp up production, with guarantees of long-term demand, making the project interesting for them, the official said.
According to various estimates, Ukraine is firing 6,000-7,000 artillery shells daily, around a third of Russia’s total, one year into the war.
The plan will be discussed by EU defense ministers next week before foreign and defense ministers further look at it during a meeting on March 20. Leaders could then rubberstamp it during a summit in Brussels on March 23-24.
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2023-03-02T15:04:58+00:00
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lmtonline.com
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https://www.lmtonline.com/news/world/article/eu-to-speed-up-deliveries-of-howitzer-shells-for-17815432.php
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How to Watch the Warriors vs. Kings: Streaming & TV Channel Info for NBA Playoffs Game 5
Published: Apr. 26, 2023 at 4:32 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
The Golden State Warriors and the Sacramento Kings meet in Game 5 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs.
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Warriors vs. Kings Game Info
- When: Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 10:00 PM ET
- Where: Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California
- TV: NBC Sports Networks
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Warriors Stats Insights
- This season, the Warriors have a 47.9% shooting percentage from the field, which is 1.3% lower than the 49.2% of shots the Kings' opponents have made.
- Golden State has a 29-9 straight-up record in games it shoots higher than 49.2% from the field.
- The Warriors are the eighth-ranked rebounding team in the league, the Kings sit at 20th.
- The Warriors record just 0.8 more points per game (118.9) than the Kings allow (118.1).
- Golden State is 34-12 when scoring more than 118.1 points.
Kings Stats Insights
- The Kings have shot at a 49.4% clip from the field this season, 2.5 percentage points higher than the 46.9% shooting opponents of the Warriors have averaged.
- Sacramento is 42-15 when it shoots better than 46.9% from the field.
- The Kings are the 20th-ranked rebounding team in the league, the Warriors sit at 14th.
- The Kings score just 3.6 more points per game (120.7) than the Warriors allow (117.1).
- Sacramento is 40-9 when it scores more than 117.1 points.
Warriors Home & Away Comparison
- Offensively the Warriors have fared better when playing at home this season, scoring 119.7 points per game, compared to 118.2 per game in road games.
- At home, Golden State is ceding 10.8 fewer points per game (111.7) than on the road (122.5).
- When it comes to three-point shooting, the Warriors have fared better when playing at home this year, draining 17.1 threes per game with a 39.1% three-point percentage, compared to 16.2 threes per game and a 37.9% three-point percentage on the road.
Kings Home & Away Comparison
- At home the Kings are better offensively, scoring 123.4 points per game, compared to 118 away. But they're not as good defensively, giving up 120.1 points per game at home, and 116 away.
- In 2022-23 Sacramento is conceding 4.1 more points per game at home (120.1) than on the road (116).
- This year the Kings are picking up more assists at home (28 per game) than on the road (26.6).
Warriors Injuries
Kings Injuries
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2023-04-26T21:40:08+00:00
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wcjb.com
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https://www.wcjb.com/sports/betting/2023/04/26/warriors-vs-kings-nba-playoffs-game-5-live-stream-tv/
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(NEXSTAR) – There isn’t a single state in America where a minimum-wage worker can afford the average two-bedroom apartment, according to the latest report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition.
The NLIHC’s 2022 Out of Reach report, released last week, aims to highlight the disparity between earnings and rent for the average low-wage worker, according to the organization. This year, the report indicates that median rental costs for two-bedroom apartments in U.S. metropolitan counties had jumped 15% between the first quarters of 2021 and 2022 — or more than four times the increases observed over the last several years.
The problem isn’t limited to metro areas, either.
“In no state, metropolitan area, or county in the U.S. can a worker earning the federal or prevailing state or local minimum wage afford a modest two-bedroom rental home at fair market rent by working a standard 40-hour work week,” the report states.
One-bedroom apartments, too, were determined to be unaffordable for low-wage workers in all but 9% of U.S. counties.
For the purposes of its report, the NLIHC defined “affordability” as costing no more than 30% of a tenant’s income (rent and utilities), based on the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development’s definition of fair market rent. In dollar amounts, that means the average U.S. worker would need to earn $25.82 per hour to afford a two-bedroom apartment, or $21.25 for a single-bedroom apartment, the NLIHC determined.
But that’s just the national average; some states have significantly higher “housing wages” — i.e., the estimated full-time wage a renter must earn to afford a modest rental property by HUD standards. In Hawaii, for instance, the “housing wage” is $40.63 per hour for two-bedroom, while the housing wages in California ($39.01 per hour), Massachusetts ($37.97), New York ($37.72) and Washington, D.C. ($34.33) weren’t far behind, according to the report.
The average housing wage in the most “affordable” states, meanwhile, were determined to be in Arkansas ($14.89 per hour), where the basic minimum wage is $11, followed by West Virginia ($15.38), Mississippi ($15.67), South Dakota ($16.11) and Kentucky ($16.18). Puerto Rico was the only territory with a lower housing wage ($9.88).
The NLIHC’s report also indicated that Black and Latino workers were most likely to be affected by the wage/rental disparities, as “they are more likely at all income levels to be renters.”
“With rents rising rapidly, homelessness worsening, and millions of families struggling to stay housed, federal investments in expanding proven solutions – like Housing Choice Vouchers, the national Housing Trust Fund, and public housing – are badly needed and long overdue,” said NLIHC President and CEO Diane Yentel in a press release issued along with the 2022 Out of Reach report. “As a country, we have the data, partnerships, expertise, solutions, and means to end homelessness and housing poverty – we lack only the political will to fund solutions at the scale necessary.”
The National Low Income Housing Coalition, founded in 1974, is a non-profit organization committed to advocating for federally assisted housing resources.
More information on the 2022 Out of Reach report, including state-specific data, can be found at NLIHC.org.
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2022-08-06T15:39:12+00:00
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wboy.com
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https://www.wboy.com/news/national/how-much-do-us-renters-need-to-earn-to-afford-a-modest-apartment-in-each-state/
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David Donner managed a class win and came in second overall at the 2022 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) in June, driving a 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo S, though he still didn’t achieve the result he was looking for.
Wet weather during this year’s 100th running of the PPIHC meant Donner could only manage a time of 10:34.053, which was faster than many race cars on the day, thanks to the Porsche’s all-wheel-drive system, but still slower than the 10:18.488 set in 2019 by Rhys Millen in a Bentley Continental GT, the record for production cars Donner was keen to claim.
Donner is a Colorado Springs local and has won overall at Pikes Peak on three occasions (1991, 2002, and 2005). He’s also set a number of class records, including the record for production cars, which he set in 2014 with a previous-generation 911 Turbo S. That record stood until Millen claimed it with the Bentley in 2019.
Fortunately for Donner, another attempt on the record was possible in September thanks to a new program run by organizers of the PPIHC to hold sanctioned runs outside of the usual race day. The first running of the program, known as Pikes Peak Certified Course Times, ran Sept. 26-27.
Driving the same 911 Turbo S from the June run, owned by Porsche collector Jim Edwards, Donner managed a time of 9:53.541, which is a new record at Pikes Peak for production cars. The car wore special livery highlighting the quarterly Porsche enthusiast magazine “000,” which helped bring the parties together to facilitate the run.
Similarly, a Lamborghini Urus Performante in August was driven to a record for production SUVs, with a time of 10:32.064.
Donner’s car was fitted with a fresh set of street-legal Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires, and was completely stock, apart from the ECU tuning and exhaust changes allowed at the PPIHC to account for the high altitude. The course starts at 9,390 feet and climbs to 14,115 feet.
The 911 Turbo S is powered by a twin-turbo 3.8-liter flat-6 mated to an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel-drive system. Peak output is 640 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, or enough for 0-60 mph acceleration in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of 205 mph. Donner’s car was also fitted with the available Lightweight Package offered by Porsche. The package saves around 80 lb from the curb weight by either removing components or swapping in lighter alternatives.
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2022-10-13T05:31:11+00:00
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wboy.com
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https://www.wboy.com/automotive/internet-brands/david-donner-pilots-2022-porsche-911-turbo-s-to-953-at-pikes-peak-a-new-production-car-record/
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Benitez scores, Minnesota United wins 2-1 over Nashville
By The Associated Press
Alan Benitez’s game-winning goal led Minnesota United to a 2-1 win over Nashville on Sunday. After the win , United is now 11-9-5, while Nashville fell to 8-9-9.
By The Associated Press
Alan Benitez’s game-winning goal led Minnesota United to a 2-1 win over Nashville on Sunday. After the win , United is now 11-9-5, while Nashville fell to 8-9-9.
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2022-08-15T09:13:03+00:00
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kyma.com
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EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Oregon Ducks tight end Spencer Webb has died after falling and striking his head on rock slides at a popular swimming lake near Eugene, Oregon, authorities said.
The 22-year-old who was expected to play his fifth football season at the University of Oregon this fall was found about 100 yards (91 meters) down a steep trail Wednesday afternoon at Triangle Lake. He was unresponsive and could not be revived by paramedics or bystanders, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office said in statement.
More specific details about his death weren’t immediately available but authorities said it appeared to be accidental.
Webb was also a social media star. His TikTok account, where he often posted about his life and athletic achievements, had more than 550,000 followers.
Triangle Lake and the nearby Lake Creek Falls are a popular destination for swimmers who navigate naturally formed rock slides by inner tube and swim in several swimming holes.
Webb was expected to compete for starting tight end this fall with Terrance Ferguson and Moliki Matavao, The Register-Guard reported.
During his four seasons at Oregon, Webb recorded 31 receptions, 296 yards, and four touchdowns. His first career touchdown was arguably his most famous play, a 20-yard catch over a defender on a ball thrown by Justin Herbert in the 2019 season opener against Auburn.
The player nicknamed “Spider” was a consensus four-star out of Christian Brothers High School in Sacramento; a top 10 tight end and top 300 prospects by ESPN, Rivals, and 247Sports; and the No. 1 tight end in California by ESPN and 247Sports in 2018, the newspaper reported.
Multiple Oregon coaches and players acknowledged Webb’s death on social media Wednesday night.
“So full of life in every moment of the day,” Oregon football coach Dan Lanning tweeted. “Your smile and energy will be missed Spencer. I love you!”
Like his late grandfather, Donald “Spido” Webb, Spencer was a multi-sport athlete. He was invited by Oregon men’s basketball coach Dana Altman as a practice player when the Ducks were depleted by injury during the 2018-19 season, but didn’t end up joining the team, The Oregonian/OregonLive reported.
Webb is survived by his older brother, Cody, who became Spencer’s legal guardian 10 years ago, sister-in-law, Alicia, aunt and uncle, who all helped raise him.
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2022-07-15T06:10:36+00:00
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wwlp.com
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https://www.wwlp.com/sports/oregon-ducks-tight-end-spencer-webb-dies-of-head-injury/
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PHOENIX — The tradition lives on!
Jamal Hinton and Wanda Dench first met in 2016 when Dench mistakenly sent Hinton a text meant for her grandson about plans for Thanksgiving. Despite the mistake, Hinton jokingly invited himself over.
"Of course, you can," Dench replied. "That's what grandmas do ... feed everyone!"
Hinton stayed true to his promise and showed up with his girlfriend, and Dench welcomed the two with open arms.
Screenshots of their text interactions and photos from the meal were shared thousands of times on social media, making Hinton and Dench social media icons.
Since then, the group has spent time together every Thanksgiving for the last six years and will continue to do so this year!
Hinton recently posted a picture on Twitter to let the world know that the tradition would continue with year seven.
"To answer all your questions, yes, Thanksgiving year 7 is planned out! See you guys Thursday!" Hinton tweeted.
To answer all your questions, yes Thanksgiving year 7 is planned out! See you guys Thursday! 🦃🖤 pic.twitter.com/JTJe6ZSOTS
— Jamal Hinton (@Jamalhinton12) November 22, 2022
Sadly, the holiday has looked a little different for the group in the last few years after Dench's husband Lonnie died in 2020 after a battle with COVID.
However, the tradition continues to bring lots of smiles and love to everyone involved.
Soon their story will be shared with the world when the movie "The Thanksgiving Text" is released on Netflix.
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2022-11-23T20:45:51+00:00
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wkbw.com
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https://www.wkbw.com/news/national/arizona-grandmother-and-man-plan-to-reunite-again-for-thanksgiving
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WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WETM) – The Village of Watkins Glen is getting into the holiday spirit this weekend with a holiday fair at Clute Park.
The Parks and Rec Department is holding a Holiday Crafts Fair in the Clute Park Event Center during the first weekend of December. The Parks Department said there will be crafts, vendors, horse-drawn carriage rides, and visits from Santa.
The event starts on December 2 and continues into Saturday, Dec. 3. The ice rink will also open for skating at 4 p.m.
The Village said carriage rides are $5 each, and wristbands to participate in everything are $20.
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2022-12-01T17:33:10+00:00
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mytwintiers.com
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https://www.mytwintiers.com/dl365/holidays/watkins-glen-holiday-fair-kicks-off-with-santa-carriage-rides/
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Copyright © 2022 Albuquerque Journal
If you’re a Catholic in New Mexico, it’s time to dust off those Sunday clothes and get back into the groove of weekly services.
Archbishop John C. Wester announced Monday that he is reinstating obligatory Sunday Mass attendance and all “Holy Days of Obligation” because of decreasing COVID-19 risks.
Wester, in an Archdiocese of Santa Fe news release, did specify two acceptable excuses for churchgoers to miss Sunday Mass. Those suffering from any illnesses or busy taking care of a child have a serious reason to stay home on Sundays. Pastors can also excuse churchgoers from attending.
Obligatory Sunday Mass attendance was suspended by Wester on March 13, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The diocese announced the reinstatement of public Mass service with an obligatory mask mandate and limited indoor capacity in April 2021.
The last time any COVID-19 protocols or restrictions were updated by the archdiocese was in February when masks became optional during church celebrations. Eucharist ministers are still required to wear a face mask while administering communion.
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2022-08-25T05:37:55+00:00
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abqjournal.com
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https://www.abqjournal.com/2527147/sf-diocese-reinstates-obligatory-attendance-ex-illness-child-care-a.html
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(KTLA) – A store owner is devastated after a group of thieves broke into a Los Angeles dispensary on Wednesday and got away with hundreds of pounds of weed.
The owner hopes security footage will help someone recognize the thieves and bring them to justice.
“They seemed organized though, like they’ve done this before,” Toby Stein, owner of the Silver Lake Caregivers Dispensary Group, told Nexstar’s KTLA.
Stein says the brazen thieves escaped with hundreds of pounds of marijuana during the swift break-in, which happened a little after midnight.
Although he’s experienced smaller burglaries in the past, Stein says he’s never been a victim of such a substantial theft, estimating that possibly over $1 million of inventory was stolen.
“It’s pretty tough, honestly,” said Stein. “It hasn’t really computed yet.”
The burglary also appeared extremely organized: Six thieves, using four vehicles, broke in and absconded with Stein’s merchandise within 15 minutes.
Security video shows the thieves scaling the shop’s fence in a back alleyway while using crowbars to pry open a door. They also appeared to know exactly where to go when they entered the store, Stein added.
Some of the suspects looked to be taking their time, even as the security alarm was ringing in the background, the video shows.
Cameras then captured the suspects moving large bags of product to a car parked outside. As the first vehicle became too crowded with stolen merchandise, a second vehicle arrived to carry more items before both cars sped away.
Two lookout vehicles were parked out front, following the getaway cars to the freeway entrance.
“It’s just a reminder of the risks we take as business owners every day, and a reminder to take more security precautions,” Stein said.
Although it’s a major setback to his business, Stein said he’s relieved none of is employees or customers were inside during the burglary.
Stein now hopes someone will recognize the thieves before they target another business. He’s even looking into the possibility of the theft being an inside job.
“It just goes to show, if somebody really wants your stuff, they’re going to get it,” said Stein.
Anyone who recognizes the suspects or has information on the case is asked to call Los Angeles Police.
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2022-12-29T16:06:35+00:00
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ourquadcities.com
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https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/national-news/watch-thieves-steal-hundreds-of-pounds-of-weed-from-los-angeles-dispensary/
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Funding will aid in accelerating production of Vector fixed-wing eVTOL small UAS
MOORPARK, Calif., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum-Systems Inc., a leader in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aerial intelligence solutions, today announced its inclusion in the second set of projects to receive funding for the United States Department of Defense (DOD) pilot program to Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT).
The announcement comes after the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (USD(R&E)) published an official release outlining the 11 DoD program offices that will receive FY23 APFIT funding, with U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) awarding Quantum-Systems Inc. $20 million.
"We are honored by DoD's decision to allocate FY23 APFIT funds to accelerate procurement of our Vector fixed-wing, eVTOL unmanned aircraft system. This will allow us to increase manufacturing capabilities and get our mission-critical technology into the hands of more warfighters sooner, " said David Sharpin, CEO of Quantum-Systems Inc.
Established by Congress in the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act, APFIT is a competitive, merit-based program with the goal of helping companies to expeditiously transition and field technologies.
For more information on Quantum-Systems Inc.'s Vector fixed-wing eVTOL small UAS, visit www.quantumdrones.com.
ABOUT QUANTUM-SYSTEMS INC.
Quantum-Systems Inc. specializes in the development, design, and production of fully autonomous small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS). Headquartered in Moorpark, CA, Quantum-Systems Inc. has combined electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL), automatic transitioning and AI edge computing capabilities to create a portfolio of sUAS with best-in-class endurance and reliability, and uncompromised actionable intelligence.
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2023-06-06T15:04:46+00:00
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mysuncoast.com
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https://www.mysuncoast.com/prnewswire/2023/06/06/quantum-systems-inc-selected-united-states-department-defense-apfit-program/
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The judge overseeing the remaining case against two former Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd’s killing ordered Monday that the trial be delayed until January in hopes that some additional time will improve prospects for a fair trial.
Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng were due to go on trial next week on charges of aiding and abetting both second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the May 2020 death of Floyd. But Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill ordered Monday that the trial be delayed until Jan. 5.
Cahill denied a defense motion for a change of venue, which was requested because of the extensive publicity in the case. But he said media reports and recent events surrounding connected cases have created “a reasonable likelihood of an unfair trial” if it were to begin next week.
Cahill cited the May 18 guilty plea by Thao and Keung’s co-defendant, former Officer Thomas Lane. He also cited the February convictions of Thao, Kueng and Lane on federal charges of violating Floyd’s civil rights.
The judge said those two events and the publicity surrounding them are significant enough to make it difficult for jurors to presume that Thao and Kueng are innocent of the state charges. So, he ordered the delay, just shy of seven months, to diminish the effects of that publicity.
Cahill also presided over last year’s trial of former Officer Derek Chauvin, which ended with a second-degree murder conviction and a 22 1/2-year sentence for the white officer who kneeled on the Black man’s neck for 9 1/2 minutes despite Floyd’s fading pleas of “I can’t breathe.” The killing led to protests worldwide and a national reckoning on racial injustice.
The judge also denied a motion by a coalition of media organizations, including The Associated Press, to reconsider his April decision to prohibit live audiovisual coverage of the proceedings from gavel to gavel. But he said he may reconsider if the Minnesota state court system revises its rules on cameras in the courts by Jan. 4.
Bob Paule, an attorney for Thao, said he thought the decision “was a thoughtful and well-reasoned decision by Judge Cahill.”
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, whose office is prosecuting the case, said in a statement: “It’s unfortunate for the victims, the witnesses, and community that the opportunity to seek justice has been delayed. The State was ready for trial next week and will be ready next January.”
A message left for Kueng’s attorney was not immediately returned Monday.
The new trial schedule says pretrial motions will be held Jan. 5 and Jan. 6, with jury selection beginning Jan. 9. Questionnaires will be mailed to a new pool of “several hundred” potential jurors around Sept. 1. Opening statements are set for Jan. 30.
In denying a change of venue, Cahill wrote that he is satisfied that a fair and impartial trial can be held in Hennepin County “eventually,” noting that it’s the most populous and diverse county in the state. He said attorneys will get to select jurors from a panel “that will surely exceed 200” after the lengthy questionnaires designed to screen out bias are returned.
Alan Tuerkheimer, a Chicago-based jury consultant, said the reason for the postponement seems like a “strange rationale.” He said he doesn’t see how a potential juror’s bias would subside with the passage of time, and with effective questioning, “jurors with bias can be weeded out today or tomorrow or in early 2023.”
He added that while other events that happen between now and January will consume jurors’ minds, “feelings about these cops will not just vanish over time. As trial approaches in January it will all come back to those who followed this case. For those who haven’t, the passage of time doesn’t matter.”
Mike Brandt, a Minneapolis defense attorney who has been following the case, said although Cahill’s stated reason for the postponement is to dissipate the case’s notoriety, the decision is also likely pragmatic. He said pushing the trial back allows time for Thao and Kueng to be sentenced on their federal convictions first, increasing the likelihood of plea deals with the state.
“They may not be on the radar, but in my opinion, this enhances the options for a settlement,” Brandt said. He added that once the federal sentences are known, the thinking could be: “If we’re going to be doing this amount of time anyways, and the state agrees to this amount of time, why would we risk going to trial?”
Chauvin has been in prison since his state murder conviction, while Thao, Keung and Lane remain free on bail pending their sentences on federal civil rights convictions. No federal sentencing dates have been set, but defense attorneys said in state court last week that they expect them to be in September. Chauvin pleaded guilty to a civil rights charge, while the other three went to trial.
Cahill’s order said he won’t entertain any potential plea agreements from Thao or Kueng until 15 days after their federal sentencings. They rejected plea deals from prosecutors earlier.
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Find AP’s full coverage of the death of George Floyd at: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-george-floyd
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2022-06-06T22:51:08+00:00
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wboy.com
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Former Wirehouse Advisory Groups Go Independent, Move $525MM to Hybrid B/D
ATLANTA, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Two fast-growing, successful wealth management firms overseeing a combined $525MM in assets have moved to hybrid independent broker/dealer Arkadios Capital.
Led by Marlene Dattilo and Mark Wilson, Keystone Capital has grown to more than $325MM in affiliated assets over the last eight years by delivering a highly personalized approach to each client and tailoring portfolios to each client's needs.
"As our business has grown, our clients' needs have expanded," said Dattilo. "In Arkadios Capital, we found a partner focused first and foremost on personalized service that offered a team of experts and a broad menu of investment solutions. The team exceeded our expectations during our due diligence process."
Monarch Capital Advisors represents approximately 150 high-net-worth households. Robert Warnock and Teddy Roberts founded the Atlanta, Ga.-based firm with three advisors advising on more than $200MM in assets.
"We got to know the Arkadios team very well during our due diligence and built a strong rapport and trust with their independent platform," said Warnock. "They helped us navigate the different steps and needs of establishing our independent firm from technology and office space to human resources."
Monarch Capital was previously affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors. Keystone Capital was previously affiliated with Mass Mutual Life Investors Services, LLC.
Wealth advisor David Millican founded Arkadios Capital after a successful 20-year career growing an independent wealth advisory firm. He became frustrated with the ongoing consolidation in the broker/dealer channel, which resulted in a one-size-fits-all model.
Arkadios Capital is entrepreneurial, with an experienced team focused on helping fellow entrepreneurs grow their businesses.
They have received numerous national honors, including being named among the top independent broker/dealers by both Financial Planning and Financial Advisor magazines. The Association for Corporate Growth, ACG, named them one of the fastest growing companies in Georgia.
"We are excited to partner with Monarch and Keystone, who are building their businesses through personalized service and relationships, a model similar to Arkadios," said Millican. "We look forward to helping them grow those relationships while providing their teams broader and more meaningful solutions."
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Ex-head of Michigan marijuana board admits he took bribes
By ED WHITE
Associated Press
The former head of a Michigan medical marijuana licensing board has agreed to plead guilty to accepting $110,000 in bribes when he led the panel over a two-year period, authorities said Thursday.
Rick Johnson acknowledged in a signed court filing that he acted “corruptly” when he accepted cash and other benefits to help businesses get licenses.
Charges against Johnson and three other men were announced by U.S. Attorney Mark Totten at a press conference near the Capitol in Lansing.
Johnson, 70, was chairman of the marijuana board for two years until spring 2019. The Republican years earlier also was a powerful lawmaker, serving as House speaker from 2001 through 2004.
“Public corruption is a poison to any democracy. … That poison is especially toxic here,” Totten said. “The marijuana industry has been likened to a modern-day gold rush, a new frontier where participants can stake their claim and just maybe return big rewards.”
The marijuana board reviewed and approved applications to grow and sell marijuana for medical purposes.
A message seeking comment from Johnson’s attorney wasn’t immediately returned.
Agreements with Johnson and others to plead guilty were filed simultaneously with charges in federal court in Grand Rapids. All are cooperating with investigators, which could help them at sentencing.
Johnson accepted $110,200 in cash and benefits from at least two companies while voting in favor of granting them marijuana licenses, according to the bribery charge.
Johnson “provided valuable non-public information about the anticipated rules and operation of the board and assistance with license application matters,” the court filing states.
John Dalaly, who got a marijuana business license, has agreed to plead guilty to providing at least $68,200 in cash and other benefits to Johnson, including two private flights to Canada, according to court documents.
Two lobbyists, Brian Pierce and Vincent Brown, have agreed to plead guilty to conspiring to pass bribes to Johnson, filings show.
Brown voluntarily spoke to federal agents for hours in 2020 before he had a lawyer, defense attorney David Griem said.
“I only fight cases that I can win at trial or the government gives me no choice, the offer is so bad. We’re not going to fight this,” Griem told The Associated Press.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer abolished the medical marijuana board in 2019, a few months after taking office, and put oversight of the industry inside a state agency.
Michigan voters legalized marijuana for medical purposes in 2008. A decade later, voters approved the recreational use of marijuana.
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2023-04-06T19:07:54+00:00
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Depp-Heard jury still sorting through weeks of dirty laundry
FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — A jury has resumed deliberations after a sensational six-week trial to resolve defamation claims by Johnny Depp and his ex-wife Amber Heard over their volatile and unhappy marriage.
The seven-person civil jury heard closing arguments Friday and deliberated for about two hours before leaving for the long Memorial Day weekend. Jurors resumed deliberations in Fairfax County Circuit Court just after 9 a.m. Tuesday.
Depp is suing Heard for $50 million, accusing her of libeling him with a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as “a public figure representing domestic abuse.” Heard filed a $100 million counterclaim against the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star after his lawyer called her allegations a hoax. Each accuses the other of destroying their career.
Testimony featured a litany of lurid details of their short marriage. Heard testified that Depp physically or sexually assaulted her more than a dozen times. During his testimony, Depp testified that he never struck Heard, that she concocted the abuse allegations, and that she was the one who physically attacked him, multiple times.
During closing arguments, both sides told the jury that a verdict in their favor would give their clients their lives back.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Facebook allowed an exiled Moldovan oligarch with ties to the Kremlin to run ads calling for protests and uprisings against the pro-Western government, even though he and his political party were on U.S. sanctions lists.
The ads featuring politician and convicted fraudster Ilan Shor were ultimately removed by Facebook but not before they were seen millions of times in Moldova, a small nation of about 2.6 million sandwiched between Romania and war-torn Ukraine.
Seeking to exploit anger over inflation and rising fuel prices, the paid posts from Shor’s political party targeted the government of pro-Western President Maia Sandu, who earlier this week detailed what she said was a Russian plot to topple her government using external saboteurs.
“Destabilization attempts are a reality and for our institutions, they represent a real challenge,” Sandu said Thursday as she swore in a new government led by pro-Western Prime Minister Dorin Recean, her former defense and security adviser. “We need decisive steps to strengthen the security of the country.”
The ads reveal how Russia and its allies have exploited lapses by social media platforms — like Facebook, many of them operated by U.S. companies — to spread propaganda and disinformation that weaponizes economic and social insecurity in an attempt to undermine governments in Eastern Europe.
Shor’s ads have helped fuel angry protests against the government and appear to be aimed at destabilizing Moldova and returning it to Russia’s sphere of influence, according to Dorin Frasineau, a foreign policy adviser to former Moldovan Prime Minister Natalia Gavrilita, whose resignation led to the formation of the new government on Thursday.
“Even though he is on the U.S. sanctions list, I still see sponsored ads on Facebook,” Frasineau said, saying he had spotted what he believes were fake accounts sharing the posts this week. He said the Moldovan government sought answers from Facebook to no avail. “We have talked with Facebook, but it is very hard because there is no specific person, no contact.”
Rules governing the sanctions list prohibit U.S. companies from engaging in financial transactions with listed individuals and groups. The U.S. Treasury Department, which manages the sanctions program, declined to comment publicly when asked about the ads.
In a statement to The Associated Press, Meta, the company that owns Facebook and Instagram, said it removed the posts as soon as it found them.
“When Ilan Shor and the Shor Party were added to the U.S. sanctions list, we took action on their known accounts,” a company spokesperson said. “When we identified new associated accounts, we took action on those, as well. We adhere to U.S. sanctions laws and will continue working to detect and enforce against fake accounts and pages that violate our policies.”
Meta, which recently announced deep layoffs, did not respond to questions about the size of its staff in Moldova, or the number of employees who speak Moldova’s languages. Like many big tech firms based in the U.S., Meta has sometimes struggled to moderate content in languages other than English.
The ads were identified by researchers at Reset, a London-based nonprofit that researches social media’s impact on democracy, who shared their findings with The Associated Press. Felix Kartte, a senior adviser at Reset, said Meta’s response to disinformation and propaganda in Moldova could have sweeping implications for European security.
“Their platforms continue to be weaponized by the Kremlin and Russian secret services, and because of the company’s inaction, the U.S. and Europe risk losing a key ally in the region,” said Kartte, who is based in Berlin.
Nine different paid posts from the Shor Party ran on Facebook after the U.S. imposed sanctions. Most were removed within a week after the sanctions announcement, though Shor bought another paid post in January, two months after he was sanctioned. All were clearly identifiable by Shor’s name.
The posts can be found on Facebook’s online advertisement library, which contains a searchable catalogue.
The library confirms the ads placed by Shor and his party were seen millions of times before they were ultimately removed.
The most recent ad, taken down a month ago, was pulled because it failed to include a disclaimer about the ad’s sponsor, according to a notation attached to one of the videos in the library. The library does not mention the sanctions.
The ads weren’t money makers for Meta, generating only about $15,000 in revenue, a pittance for a company that earned $4.65 billion in the last quarter.
Nonetheless, they were effective. One ad, which ran on Facebook for just two days — October 29-30 — was seen more than a million times in Moldova. In the post, which cost Shor’s party less than $100 to upload, the oligarch accuses Sandu’s government of corruption and kleptocracy.
“You and I will have to pull them out of their offices by the ears and throw them out of our country like evil spirits,” Shor tells the audience.
Shor, 35, is an Israeli-born Moldovan oligarch who leads the populist, Russia-friendly Shor Party. Currently living in exile in Israel, Shor is implicated in a $1 billion theft from Moldovan banks in 2014; is accused of bribery to secure his position as chair of a Moldovan bank, and was named in October on a U.S. Treasury Department sanctions list as working for Russian interests.
The U.S. says Shor worked with “corrupt oligarchs and Moscow-based entities to create political unrest in Moldova” and to undermine the country’s bid to join the EU. The sanctions list also names the Shor Party and Shor’s wife, a Russian pop star. The U.K. also added Shor to a sanctions list last December.
Last fall, Moldova was rocked by a series of anti-government protests initiated by the Shor Party, which saw thousands take to the streets in the capital, Chisinau, at a time of skyrocketing inflation and an acute energy crisis after Russia reduced gas supplies to Moldova.
Many of the protesters called for early elections and demanded Sandu’s resignation.
Around the same time, Moldova’s government filed a request to the country’s Constitutional Court to declare the Shor Party illegal, a case that is ongoing. Moldova’s anti-corruption prosecutors’ office also opened an investigation into the financing of the protests, which prosecutors said involved at least some Russian money.
On Monday, Sandu went public with what she claimed was a plot by Moscow to overthrow the government using external saboteurs, to put the nation “at the disposal of Russia” and to derail it off its course to one day join the EU.
Sandu said the purported Russian plot envisioned attacks on government buildings, hostage-takings and other violent actions by groups of saboteurs. Russia has since strongly denied those claims.
Once part of the Soviet Union, Moldova declared its independence in 1991. In recent years, the country has lurched from one political crisis to another, often caught in limbo between pro-Russian and pro-Western sentiments.
But in 2021, after decades of largely oligarchic power structures and various Russia-friendly leaders, Moldovans elected a pro-Western, pro-European government, which put it on a more distinctly Western-oriented path. In June, Moldova was granted EU candidate status, the same day as Ukraine.
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McGrath reported from Sighisoara, Romania.
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2023-02-17T19:13:24+00:00
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GENEVA (AP) — Credit Suisse violated a plea agreement with U.S. authorities by failing to report secret offshore accounts that wealthy Americans used to avoid paying taxes, U.S. lawmakers said Wednesday, releasing a two-year investigation that detailed the role employees at the embattled Swiss bank had in aiding tax evasion by clients.
The U.S. Senate Finance Committee pointed to an ongoing, possibly criminal conspiracy tied to nearly $100 million in accounts belonging to a family of American taxpayers that the bank did not disclose. It also said Credit Suisse helped a U.S. businessman hide more than $220 million in offshore accounts from the IRS.
Credit Suisse revealed that it had found 23 accounts each worth more than $20 million that were not declared to tax authorities, many of them unveiled just days before the report was released, according to the committee. It said its findings show that more than $700 million was concealed in violation of the bank’s 9-year-old plea deal with the U.S. Justice Department.
“Credit Suisse got a discount on the penalty it faced in 2014 for enabling tax evasion because bank executives swore up and down they’d get out of the business of defrauding the United States,” said Sen. Ron Wyden, the Democratic chairman of the committee.
“This investigation shows Credit Suisse did not make good on that promise, and the bank’s pending acquisition does not wipe the slate clean,” he said.
The Swiss government pressed for a $3.25 billion takeover of long-troubled Credit Suisse by rival bank UBS this month amid turmoil in the global financial system. The collapse of two U.S. banks ignited wider fears that sent shares of Switzerland’s second-largest bank tumbling as customers withdrew their money.
The Senate findings pose new problems for UBS as it tries to absorb Credit Suisse and create a single Swiss megabank, coming the same day that UBS named a new CEO to help push through the takeover. It’s also Credit Suisse’s latest run-in with U.S. authorities, following settlements worth hundreds of millions of dollars over mortgage-backed securities that were behind the 2008 financial crisis.
Credit Suisse, whose yearslong troubles range from hedge fund losses to fines for failing to prevent money laundering by a Bulgarian cocaine ring, said it “does not tolerate tax evasion” and insisted that the Senate report described “legacy issues” — some dating to a decade ago — that have been addressed since.
“We have implemented extensive enhancements since then to root out individuals who seek to conceal assets from tax authorities,” the Zurich-based bank said.
“Our clear policy is to close undeclared accounts when identified and to discipline any employee who fails to comply with bank policy or falls short of Credit Suisse’s standards of conduct,” it said.
UBS said it has assessed outstanding lawsuits and investigations as part of the Credit Suisse acquisition and expects the deal to be beneficial for shareholders. It’s working to close the sale and get approval from regulators in the coming weeks or months.
The Senate report noted Credit Suisse’s cooperation with the investigation, including having appointed new leadership.
The Swiss lender paid a discounted fine of $1.3 billion to the U.S. Justice Department after pleading guilty in 2014 to conspiracy to aid and assist U.S. taxpayers in filing false income tax returns and other documents with the IRS.
The bank acknowledged “knowingly and willfully” helping thousands of Americans open accounts that weren’t declared to tax authorities and concealing offshore assets. It avoided criminal charges in exchange for agreeing to report undeclared accounts and provide other information to U.S. officials.
The Senate committee said secret offshore accounts belonging to a family of dual U.S.-Latin American citizens and worth nearly $100 million were closed in 2013 but the money was transferred to other banks without telling U.S. authorities.
With that maneuver, “Credit Suisse enabled what appears to be potentially criminal tax evasion by a client to go undetected for almost a decade,” the report says.
The committee said former senior bankers helped manage that family’s accounts. In addition, Credit Suisse employees helped a U.S. businessman hide $220 million from U.S. authorities despite long knowing he was an American, according to the report, which said whistleblowers flagged the scheme after the plea deal.
Credit Suisse workers were incentivized to help accounts hide U.S. ties because their bonuses depend on the amount of money being managed, the report said. To that end, employees who had clients with assets above $20 million or $30 million may have given those accounts special consideration because it would mean they got larger bonuses, the committee said.
Investigators say bankers figured out how to code accounts for Americans who possess dual citizenship. Those bankers would use the non-U.S. passport of wealthy individuals to evade internal systems designed to look for identifying marks in U.S. passports.
Lawmakers on the committee became aware of 13 out of 23 potentially undeclared accounts worth over $20 million just days before releasing their report. That raises concerns Credit Suisse is still disclosing hundreds of millions of dollars in large, undeclared accounts belonging to ultra-wealthy Americans years after signing the plea deal and facing additional scrutiny, the committee said.
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Bonnell reported from London. AP reporters Michelle Chapman and Charles Sheehan in New York contributed.
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2023-03-29T19:59:58+00:00
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BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Anderson scored with just under four minutes remaining, leading the Montreal Canadiens to a 3-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night.
Brendan Gallagher and Kaiden Guhle also scored for the Canadiens. Sam Montembeault made 43 saves.
“I’m happy with the result,” Montreal coach Martin St. Louis said. “It’s rare you play a perfect game. We had some highs and some lows, but we found a way.”
Anderson scored the winner with 3:46 left. Following a flurry of activity in front of the Buffalo net and a highlight-reel save by Sabres goalie Eric Comrie, the puck found its way back to Anderson, who scored on a long shot.
“I was just looking at an empty net and obviously their goalie made a nice save,” Anderson said. “You kind of just have to stay with it and finish the shift out and lucky Savvy had the puck there and saw me open and I was fortunate enough to get it off and squeak one in there at the end.”
Dylan Cozens and Jeff Skinner scored for Buffalo. Comrie finished with 31 saves.
“I think the second period was our big, big opportunity,” Sabres coach Don Granato said. “I think there we complicated some things. We could have been a little bit more intense going to the net. We tried to pass the puck into the net. Feeling good about puck movement of possession time and didn’t have the killer instinct that we needed at that point, and it caught up with us.”
Cozens evened the score a 2 with 7:06 left in regulation, firing a wrist shot through traffic and screens for his third goal in four games.
Guhle gave Montreal a 2-1 lead just under seven minutes into the third period with a one-timer from the middle of the right circle.
The Canadiens opened the scoring on a fortunate bounce with 6:29 remaining in the first period. Gallagher’s shot from the right circle was stopped by Comrie, but the rebound deflected off Owen Power’s skate into the net.
Skinner evened the score 31 seconds into the second period on a terrific individual effort. The winger maneuvered through the right circle and forced Montembeault to commit before scoring his first goal of the season with a high shot to the glove side.
With injuries on defense heading into the game, the Sabres paired two former first overall picks together for the first time. Owen Power, the first pick in the 2021 draft, joined standout Rasmus Dahlin, the first pick in the 2018 draft, as the Sabres’ top defensive pairing.
NOTES
Sabres GM Kevyn Adams said Thursday morning that defenseman Mattias Samuelsson will miss a few weeks with a knee injury. That came as good news for the Sabres, who initially feared that Samuelsson could be out for much longer. Samuelsson was injured Saturday against Vancouver. ... Buffalo defenseman Henri Jokiharju is considered week to week with a facial fracture after taking a puck to the face against Calgary on Oct. 20. ... Montreal winger Juraj Slafkovsky remained out with an upper-body injury, but is with the team for its current trip. Slafkovsky was the No. 1 overall pick in this year’s draft.
UP NEXT
Montreal: At St. Louis on Saturday in second game of a four-game trip.
Buffalo: Host Chicago on Saturday in second game of a four-game homestand.
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) _ The winning numbers in Wednesday afternoon's drawing of the Indiana Lottery's "Daily Four-Midday" game were:
0-9-6-3, SB:
(zero, nine, six, three; SB: zero)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) _ The winning numbers in Wednesday afternoon's drawing of the Indiana Lottery's "Daily Four-Midday" game were:
0-9-6-3, SB:
(zero, nine, six, three; SB: zero)
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The 2023 Valero Texas Open Odds & Preview: Davis Riley
Davis Riley will compete at the 2023 Valero Texas Open in San Antonio, Texas at TPC San Antonio (Oaks), taking place from March 30 - April 2.
Looking to bet on Riley at the Valero Texas Open this week? Read on for the betting odds and stats you need to know before you make your picks.
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Davis Riley Insights
- Riley has finished below par eight times and shot nine rounds with a better-than-average score over his last 16 rounds.
- He has finished with the best score of the day in one of his last 16 rounds, while scoring among the top five in two rounds and the top 10 on three occasions.
- Riley has registered a score within three shots of the day's best in five of his last 16 rounds, while finishing within five strokes of the top score of the day eight times.
- Riley has earned one top-10 finish and two top-20 finishes in his past five tournaments.
- The past five times he has played a tournament, he's made the cut three times.
- Riley has finished with a score better than the tournament average in three of his past five appearances, including one finish within three shots of the leader.
Over the last year
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Valero Texas Open Insights and Stats
- Riley last competed at this event in 2022 and finished 63rd.
- The Tour has played courses with an average length of 7,294 yards in the past year, while TPC San Antonio (Oaks) is set for 7,438 yards.
- Players have recorded 69.75 strokes per round and an average score of -5 in the past year on the Tour. Events hosted on this course have a higher scoring average of -2.
- TPC San Antonio (Oaks) checks in at 7,438 yards, 138 yards longer than the average course Riley has played in the past year (7,300 yards).
- In the past year, the events he has played have had a scoring average of -5 among finishers, lower than the -2 average at this course.
Riley's Last Time Out
- Riley was in the 81st percentile on par 3s at the Valspar Championship, with an average of par on the 20 par-3 holes.
- He averaged 4.11 strokes on par-4 holes (of which there were 36) at the Valspar Championship, which placed him in the 52nd percentile of the field.
- Riley was better than 63% of the field at the Valspar Championship on par-5 holes, averaging 4.69 strokes per hole compared to the field average of 4.75.
- Riley carded a birdie or better on three of 20 par-3s at the Valspar Championship, better than the field average of 1.4.
- On the 20 par-3s at the Valspar Championship, Riley carded three bogeys or worse (the other competitors averaged 3.4).
- Riley's six birdies or better on par-4s at the Valspar Championship were more than the field average of 3.3.
- At that last competition, Riley's performance on the 36 par-4s included a bogey or worse 10 times (compared to the field's better average, 6.0).
- Riley finished the Valspar Championship with a birdie or better on five of the 16 par-5s, bettering the field's average of 4.3.
- On the 16 par-5s at the Valspar Championship, Riley recorded one bogey or worse, fewer than the tournament average of 1.3.
Valero Texas Open Time and Date Info
- Date: March 30 - April 2, 2023
- Course: TPC San Antonio (Oaks)
- Location: San Antonio, Texas
- Par: 72 / 7,438 yards
- Riley Odds to Win: +2800 (Bet now with BetMGM!)
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An oncoming major winter system is expected to complicate travel plans across the Chicago area, forcing a flurry of closures for businesses, including major holiday attractions like the Christkindlmarket and Gallagher Way's Winterland.
The National Weather Service has placed the entire Chicago area under a winter storm warning. According to the warning, "falling and blowing snow will result in white out conditions with zero visibility at times, making travel extremely difficult, if not impossible."
As the storm looms, here are the Chicago-area attractions that have noted closures so far:
Adler Planetarium
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Adler Planetarium announced closures will be in effect due "forecasted snowy and blizzard-like weather conditions, along with dangerously cold temperatures."
To keep staff and potential visitors home, the planetarium said it will be closed Friday and Saturday.
The planetarium will remain closed Sunday in observance of Christmas. It will reopen for its regular hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday.
Local
Christkindlmarket
Weather conditions have prompted the Christkindlmarket to shift its hours of operation for all three of its locations, two of which are set to cap their seasonal run this week.
The marketplaces in Chicago and Aurora will close early at 4 p.m. Thursday. This will be the last day visitors can stop by the sites in 2022. The front in Wrigleyville will not operate at all Thursday.
All three locations will be closed throughout Friday and Saturday, as well as Sunday. The Wrigleyville marketplace will reopen Monday.
Winterland at Gallagher Way
Winterland at Gallagher Way announced it will be closed Thursday, Friday and Saturday because of the weather.
The holiday attraction will remain closed for Christmas on Sunday before returning to its normal hours of operation of 3 to 9 p.m. Monday.
Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo and its popular holiday light show, ZooLights, will not operate Friday.
ZooLight ticketholders should recieve an email with more information, the zoo said.
"Animal and guest safety are our top priorities." the zoo said in a statement. "Please keep an eye on the zoo’s social channels and/or website for more information."
This story will continue to be updated as new closures are announced. Check back for updates.
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2022-12-21T23:09:43+00:00
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A Washington state woman left her home to let her dog out early Saturday morning and ended up fending off an attack from a black bear.
The woman, who sustained non-life threatening injuries, punched the bear "right in the nose," which led it to run away, according to one official who spoke to local TV station King 5.
"We are extremely thankful that the victim is receiving medical care from this unfortunate encounter," Captain Mike Jewell of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife said in a press release. "Public safety is our priority; our officers and staff were quick to mobilize to locate the animal and secure the scene."
The attack occurred near Enchantment Park and Blackbird Island in Chelan County, about 75 miles east of Seattle. The woman is being treated at the Wenatchee hospital, according to the Department of Fish and Wildlife.
And while black bear attacks are rare, they aren't unheard of. Since 1970, 19 other "human-black bear encounters" have led to injuries, according to Washington state authorities. In 1974, a black bear attack led to someone's death.
Wildlife officers killed and removed an adult sow black bear found where the attack occurred. Two small cubs were transported to a wildlife rehabilitation facility, WDFW said.
Bears generally avoid humans. Animal experts recommend standing up and waving your hands if a bear comes nearby and to back away slowly — never run away.
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WASHINGTON — Todd and Julie Chrisley, the reality TV stars from "Chrisley Knows Best," have reported to their assigned federal prisons to begin their yearslong sentences, according to CNN, Fox News and multiple media outlets.
The couple was sentenced in November for bank fraud and tax evasion crimes. A U.S. District Judge gave Todd Chrisley 12 years in prison, while his partner Julie Chrisley received seven years behind bars.
Alex Little, the couple's attorney, confirmed to CNN that the couple reported to their designated prisons in Florida and Kentucky before the noon deadline on Tuesday.
Todd Chrisley reported to FPC Pensacola, a minimum-security facility in Pensacola, Florida, according to CNN. Julie Chrisley reported to FMC Lexington in Kentucky.
The Chrisleys gained fame with their show “Chrisley Knows Best,” which follows their tight-knit, boisterous family. The couple was found guilty in June on charges of bank fraud, tax evasion and conspiring to defraud the IRS. Julie Chrisley was also convicted of wire fraud and obstruction of justice.
Federal prosecutors said the couple engaged in an extensive bank fraud scheme and then hid their wealth from tax authorities while flaunting their lavish lifestyle.
Prosecutors have said the Chrisleys submitted fake documents to banks and managed to secure more than $30 million in fraudulent loans. Once that scheme fell apart, they walked away from their responsibility to repay the loans when Todd Chrisley declared bankruptcy.
While in bankruptcy, they started their reality show and “flaunted their wealth and lifestyle to the American public,” prosecutors wrote, and then hid the millions they made from the show from the IRS.
Peter Tarantino, 60, an accountant hired by the couple, was also found guilty of conspiracy to defraud the IRS and willfully filing false tax returns.
The Chrisleys have three children together, including one who is 16, and also full custody of the 10-year-old daughter of Todd Chrisley's son from a prior marriage.
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2023-01-17T21:36:39+00:00
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WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Château de Berne and Ultimate Provence, two exquisite wine estates imported by Provence Rosé Group, announce the release of the 2022 vintage from Winemaker Alexis Cornu, available online and in-store now, just in time for the spring and summer rosé season.
"As we continue our dedication to sustainable and organic farming practices, the new releases from Château de Berne and Ultimate Provence showcase our team's commitment to producing excellent wines year after year," shared Cornu. "We hope these three distinct and expressive wines provide rosé fans the perfect taste of Provence."
The 2022 "super Mediterranean vintage" showcases the talent of the winemaker and team to manage the high temperatures and dry season. The HVE (high environmental value), organic labeled and certified vineyards were managed using continuous green measures to ensure the optimal harvest timing to get great wine despite the challenging conditions. The new releases are easy to drink, maintaining the classic Provence taste with pale yet vibrant rose wines that are round and generous.
Château de Berne
Located in the north of Provence between the villages of Lorgues and Flayosc, on a stunning estate first built by the Romans, Château de Berne has released their latest vintage of Inspiration and Romance rosé, offering refreshing sips that showcase the vineyard's limestone terroir.
- 2022 Château de Berne Inspiration (MSRP $21.99): Receiving a 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast, the latest Inspiration vintage from Château de Berne is now labeled Made with Organic Grapes and offers a skillful blend of grape varietals including Grenache Noir, Cinsault and Syrah. The new blend is beautifully textured wine is full of balanced acidity, with rich texture and a dry finish, pairing well with roasted chicken or turkey, vegetarian dishes and seafood pasta.
- 2022 Château de Berne Romance (MSRP: $16.99): Straight from the shores of the Mediterranean, the new 2022 Romance vintage is soft and full of berry and floral aromas with a nice light pink color. This light and fruity vintage is made for pool side sipping with its inviting fresh and vibrant nose with elegant softness, that hits you at the front of the tongue on the first sip. Romance is a juicy and fruit forward vintage that will pair nicely with spicy Asian cuisine, taco night and shellfish, but also stands on its own for any occasion.
The five-star Relais & Château de Berne Estate includes: a hotel and 2 new private villas, as well as a Michelin-starred restaurant "Le Jardin de Berne" which features an eco-conscious approach to fine dining. In 2021, the Chef, Louis Rameau received the new Michelin "Green Star" distinction, awarded for exemplary sustainable restaurant practices. Completed by the spa, cooking school and various leisure activities, Château de Berne offers travelers 60-miles of hiking and biking trails, culinary delights, and the promise of an unforgettable experience.
Ultimate Provence
Tucked in the hills just 30 minutes from Saint-Tropez sits a chic oasis known as Ultimate Provence. Recognized as one of the most modern and vibrant destinations in Provence, Ultimate Provence is an eco-aware estate that's unique terroir produces expressive wines that offer an explosion of delightful aromas and bountiful palate, lead with Syrah grapes.
- 2022 Ultimate Provence Rose (MSRP $23.99): Offering layers of raspberry, fresh violet, geranium, and blood orange. This vintage is an incredible combination of flavors that is intense and full of texture. It leads with a white pepper taste and ends with a warm finish across the entire palate, pairing perfectly with BBQ, charcuterie, grilled fish and sushi.
Part of "Small Luxury Hotels of the World", the Ultimate Provence experience makes a lasting impression with a vineyard, boutique hotel, restaurant and spa nestled in an oasis of fresh green surroundings. Chef Romain Franceschi's colorfully creative and mouthwatering gourmet cuisine is a true sensorial experience in perfect harmony with the estate's wines.
The new vintages from Château de Berne and Ultimate Provence are now available in select retailers and online at wine.com or on their website. For more information follow Château de Berne on Instagram and Facebook at @chateaudeberne and Ultimate Provence on Instagram and Facebook at @ultimate_provence, and visit www.provencerose.com.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Rayshawn Jenkins snatched the ball inches from the ground and raced the other way.
He could have played it safe and taken a knee or stepped out of bounds. But this wasn’t the time or place — not for a guy who had never returned an interception for a touchdown.
Not in the NFL. Not in college. Not in high school. Not even as a kid playing peewee football in Florida. So Jenkins had one thought: score.
Jenkins intercepted Dak Prescott’s tipped pass in overtime and returned it 52 yards for a touchdown that gave the Jacksonville Jaguars a stunning 40-34 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.
“That’s a play you dream about ever since you’re 8 years old, ever since I started playing this game, to be the guy to make a play like that for us to get that win,” said Jenkins, who became the first player in NFL history with 18 tackles and two interceptions in the same game. “That was pretty cool to do.”
Tre Herndon tipped Prescott’s low throw to Noah Brown, and Jenkins made a shoelace grab and went untouched to the end zone to end Jacksonville’s 20-game skid — an NFL record — against teams from the other conference.
“I was running for dear life,” Jenkins said. “My hamstrings about to pull and everything.”
Prescott sat on the field in disbelief as the Jaguars celebrated one of their more improbable wins in franchise history.
“Unlucky bounce for us; hell of a play by them,” Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy said.
The shocker ended Dallas’ four-game winning streak and prevented it from securing an NFC playoff berth, at least for a few hours. The Cowboys wrapped up a wild-card spot later Sunday when the New York Giants beat Washington. Jacksonville (6-8), meanwhile, got within one game of reeling first-place Tennessee in the topsy-turvy AFC South.
The Jaguars stormed back from a 27-10 deficit to take the lead in the fourth, only to see Prescott and the Cowboys answer. Trevor Lawrence responded by driving Jacksonville into position for Riley Patterson’s 48-yard field that sent the game into overtime.
Jacksonville won the coin toss and had a chance to win it but went three-and-out. Jenkins’ pick-6 three plays later ended the game.
“It’s tough. It’s frustrating,” Prescott said. “It’s tough treading that line, trying to make a play, trying to be aggressive, and at the same time not putting the ball at risk.”
Prescott completed 23 of 30 passes for 256 yards, with three touchdowns and two interceptions. Two of his TD passes went to Brown.
Lawrence was better. He completed 27 of 42 passes for 318 yards, with four touchdowns and an interception. Lawrence also lost a fumble. Three of his TD passes went to Zay Jones. Travis Etienne ran for 103 yards.
It was Jacksonville’s first cross-conference win since the 2018 season opener against the Giants. The 20-game skid was one of several losing streaks Jacksonville has ended in coach Doug Pederson’s first season.
“We’re here to flip the script,” Jaguars receiver Christian Kirk said.
KEY INJURIES
Cowboys: Dallas lost two defensive starters. Linebacker Leighton Vander-Esch (neck) was ruled out at halftime, and defensive tackle Dorance Armstrong (knee) followed him to the locker room in the second half.
Jaguars: Jacksonville lost both starting offensive tackles, left tackle Cam Robinson (right knee) and right tackle Jawaan Taylor (hamstring). Taylor returned late. … Defensive tackle Foley Fatukasi (ankle) left the game early and never returned.
ELITE COMPANY
Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott ran for 58 yards and a score, joining Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith as the only backs in franchise history with rushing touchdowns in seven straight games. Smith holds the team mark with at least one in each of the final 14 games of the 1995 season.
COWBOYS GET HELP
Cowboys offensive tackle Tyron Smith, one of the best blockers in franchise history, made his season debut in Jacksonville. The eight-time Pro Bowl left tackle started on the opposite side in place of injured Terence Steele, who tore knee ligaments last week against Houston. Smith played well despite rotating series with 40-year-old Jason Peters.
STREAK ENDS
Lawrence’s streak of consecutive passes without an interception ended at 204. Cowboys rookie DaRon Bland picked off Lawrence’s pass intended for Kirk in the third quarter. Lawrence was closing in on the franchise record (209) set by David Garrard in 2007.
ANOTHER SLOW START
The Jaguars dug themselves an early hole for the sixth consecutive game. They trailed Dallas 14-0 in the second quarter. They also trailed Tennessee 14-7, Detroit 20-3, Baltimore 6-0, Kansas City 20-0 and Las Vegas 17-0. They rallied to win four of those.
“When you win games like this, it just builds up so must trust in your group,” Lawrence said. “We even said it on the sideline, ‘We’ve been here before.’”
UP NEXT
The Cowboys host Philadelphia on Saturday, a game that could have seeding implications for the Eagles.
The Jaguars play at the New York Jets on Thursday night. It’s Jacksonville’s only prime-time game this season.
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2022-12-19T12:59:45+00:00
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kfor.com
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Brittney Griner sentenced in Russia. Deshaun Watson suspended from six games for alleged sexual misconduct. And the deaths of two titans of sport: Bill Russell and Vin Scully.
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Brittney Griner sentenced in Russia. Deshaun Watson suspended from six games for alleged sexual misconduct. And the deaths of two titans of sport: Bill Russell and Vin Scully.
Copyright 2022 NPR
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2022-08-06T13:12:36+00:00
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Lawyers for The Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence have joined forces with a group of local and national attorneys who are representing several families who lost loved ones in the Tops supermarket shooting Saturday.
The Brady Center is a Washington, D.C., organization that for decades has promoted legislation and policies to halt the epidemic of gun violence in the country.
”The failure to pass national, comprehensive and common-sense gun violence laws continues to leave us vulnerable and has allowed hate-filled individuals to lethally target individuals based on prejudice, bigotry and racism,” Kris Brown, the center’s president, said of the grocery store rampage targeting African Americans.
Ten people were gunned down at a Buffalo supermarket Saturday in a horrifying mass shooting that officials were quick to label as "pure evil" …
Payton S. Gendron, 18, of Conklin, N.Y., has been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting at Tops Markets on Jefferson Avenue.
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Terrence M. Connors, the local co-counsel representing the families in civil proceedings, said he sought the assistance of the Brady Center because of his past experience in working with the organization. The Center, he said, helped him in a civil case when he represented a Buffalo high school basketball player whose dreams of playing for a Division 1 college were shattered after he was wounded in a shooting.
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As of Thursday, the families of Geraldine Talley, 62, and Ruth Whitfield, 86, who were among the 10 Black victims slain at the Jefferson Avenue supermarket – had retained Connors and attorneys Ben Crump, a national civil rights lawyer, and Ken Abbarno of Cleveland, according to Crump's law firm.
On another front, attorney John V. Elmore said his law firm is representing the family of Andre Mackniel, 53, a restaurant worker who was fatally shot.
Elmore also said that he is looking into suing Remington Arms, which manufactured the Bushmaster XM-15 rifle reportedly used by Gendron. Elmore said he is working with attorney Josh Koskoff, the Connecticut attorney who sued Remington in the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre that took the lives of 20 children and six educators. A Bushmaster rifle was used in that shooting. Kosskoff settled the lawsuit for $73 million earlier this year.
Crump's firm said in a news release that it is representing Mackniel's family.
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2022-05-19T23:31:15+00:00
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Stargazers are going to be dazzled when the giant red planet reaches the closest distance to Earth in close to six decades the night of Monday, Sept. 26.
Jupiter will reach so-called 'opposition' that night -- when it will rise east as the Sun sets in the west, placing the planet and the sun on opposite sides of the earth. The dynamic, NASA scientists say, makes for a rare and extraordinary viewing of the giant planet.
How often does Jupiter reach opposition?
Jupiter’s opposition occurs every 13 months, making the planet appear larger and brighter than any other time of the year. Jupiter will make its closest approach to Earth in the last 59 years on Monday.
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The inconsistency of distance is due to imperfect orbits Jupiter and Earth make around the Sun — meaning the planets will pass each other at different distances throughout the year.
It is rare for Jupiter’s closest approach to coincide with opposition, which means viewing will be spectacular this year.
How far away will Jupiter be?
At its closest, Jupiter will be approximately 367 million miles in distance from Earth, about the same distance the planet was in 1963.
In comparison, the massive planet is about 600 million miles away from Earth at its farthest point.
What's the best way to see Jupiter?
An ideal viewing location is at a high elevation in a dark and dry area, according to Adam Kobelski, a research astrophysicist at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
In order to see Jupiter’s Great Red Spot and bands in more detail, Kobelski recommends using a larger telescope. However, a good pair of binoculars will showcase the central bands and three of the four Galilean satellites or moons, he said.
“The views should be great for a few days before and after Sept. 26,” Kobelski told a NASA scientist in a blog. “So, take advantage of good weather on either side of this date to take in the sight. Outside of the Moon, it should be one of the (if not the) brightest objects in the sky.
How many moons does Jupiter have?
Jupiter has 53 named moons, but scientists estimate there is a total of 79 moons. The four largest moons are called the Galilean satellites with the names Lo, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto. The moons are named after the first man who observed them in 1610, Galileo Galilei.
In binoculars or a telescope, the Galilean satellites should appear as bright dots on either side of Jupiter during opposition.
Has NASA explored Jupiter?
Orbiting the planet for six years is NASA’s Juno spacecraft. Juno began its journey in 2011 and reached Jupiter five years later. Since 2016, the spacecraft has provided images and data about Jupiter’s atmosphere, interior structures, internal magnetic field and magnetosphere. Juno’s mission was extended until 2025.
The next major project for Jupiter exploration is the Europa Clipper. The spacecraft will explore Jupiter’s moon Europa, which is known for its icy shell and vast ocean that lies beneath its surface. NASA aims to find whether Europa has conditions able to sustain life. The targeted launch date is scheduled for October 2024.
To learn more about the fifth in line from the Sun visit NASA’s website.
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2022-09-21T11:24:54+00:00
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nbcmiami.com
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https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/national-international/jupiter-to-reach-closest-distance-to-earth-in-decades-next-week/2863007/
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The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe plug-in hybrid is easy to overlook in the paradigm shift from internal-combustion engines to full battery electric vehicles. A bridge spans these two automotive eras, and Hyundai has a representative on both sides. In addition to a gas-powered Santa Fe, there is a Santa Fe hybrid, and, on the electric side, a Santa Fe plug-in hybrid.
The differences can be confusing, even as Hyundai, Kia, Toyota, Lexus, Volvo, Jeep, Chrysler, Ford, Lincoln, BMW, Audi, Porsche, and Mitsubishi introduce more PHEV versions. Shoppers are starting to notice. PHEV sales doubled from 2020 to 2021, though the number of sales of full battery electrics and hybrids rose even more.
The benefit of plug-in hybrids such as the Hyundai Santa Fe and Hyundai Tucson is you can drive around town without ever using the gas engine, and you can go on long road trips without having to worry about charging it.
This was the case in a Labor Day road trip in the 2022 Hyundai Santa FE PHEV Limited. It satisfied both ends of the bridge with a trait once extolled as a virtue: compromise.
Here’s where that compromise benefited the PHEV experience, and where it fell short.
Hit: Seamless power delivery
The Santa Fe PHEV balances power from its 1.6-liter turbo-4 gas engine and 66.9-kw motor without much notice, unless you’re checking out the power delivery display in the 12.3-inch instrument cluster. A 13.8-kwh battery feeds the motor, and a 6-speed automatic transmission optimizes the engine efficiency based on the driver inputs. It defaults to all-electric mode until you push hard enough on the throttle to trigger the engine, but even when the turbo-4 kicks on and the system’s total output of 261 hp is reached, the cabin remains quiet.
It’s quicker off the line than Santa Fes that lack the electric burst, but there can be a slight delay if you’re cruising along and need to make a passing move. Switching the dial to Sport mode narrows that gap. Overall, the engine-motor combo offsets the 500-lb weight gain over a similarly equipped gas model, and adds in a lot more versatility in how you want to drive.
Miss: Many modes, but no EV hold
The four drive modes are in a console dial with a center button to lock the center differential for even torque between the axles. The all-wheel-drive system is a mechanical one, so the motor alone isn’t powering the rear axle as in other PHEVs. There’s also an EV/Hybrid button beside the dial. It defaults to Eco mode, which operates under electric power until the battery is depleted. The many modes and BEV button allows drivers to customize the powertrain response based on their desired efficiency, or vice versa. For example, in Eco mode with the EV button on, the throttle pedal lacks the firmness of Sport mode.
Despite the several settings, it lacks an EV Hold function, so I couldn’t save any of the EV battery for when I got off the highway and rolled the last few miles into my destinations.
Hit and Miss: A busy console
Most climate, seat, and drive functions can be found in a busy center console that also houses the electronic gear shifter, touchscreen hot button bar, climate control buttons, heated and cooled seat buttons (in the top Limited trim), and volume and tuning knobs. It’s a lot to take in, but it also limits the reliance on the 10.3-inch touchscreen perched on the dash. I’d rather have real climate buttons and temperature toggles than having to touch the screen.
Hit: Storage shelf above glove box
The Santa Fe PHEV sacrifices about two inches of rear leg room compared to the gas model, down to 39.5 inches, mostly because the battery pack is under the rear seat. That’s really the only sacrifice to interior space, and it’s minor. Hyundai makes up for it with wonderfully clever storage options. My favorite, as well as my various passengers riding shotgun, was a shelf above the glove box perfect for a passenger’s phone, pen, wallet, energy bar, toll transponder, and any number of other items for quick access. It’s tilted up so nothing slides out, and it integrates well with dash trim that arcs from the doors toward the windshield and back to the center screen.
Hit: 31 miles of electric range
The 31 miles of EV range means it’s a great commuter around town with no tailpipe emissions. Hyundai might be understating its range based on my impressions. The RAV4 PHEV leads the pack with 42 miles of range, but 31 miles is more than enough to handle the daily grind without grinding a drop of gas. And it’s so quiet.
Miss: Relatively inefficient
The Santa Fe PHEV’s weight gain means it’s not all that efficient on the highway, however. I averaged about 26 mpg on the interstate. The EPA estimates a 33 mpg combined rating without battery power, but the regular Santa Fe Hybrid without a plug has an EPA rating of 33 mpg city, 30 highway, 32 combined.
The Toyota RAV4 Prime, Hyundai Tucson PHEV, and Ford Escape PHEV are more efficient and have more range, but they’re also smaller. The only real mid-size SUV competitors are the six-seat Kia Sorento PHEV and the seven-seat Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, which both have more range and better hybrid efficiency when the battery is depleted.
Miss: 12.4 gallon tank
I didn’t have to worry about charging on the road, but I stopped more often than usual to fill up gas due to the Santa Fe PHEV’s small 12.4-gallon tank. For long-distance commuters or frequent road trippers, standard hybrids might be more efficient and convenient.
Hit: Smartest smartphone charger yet
Another simple but brilliant design element is the wireless smartphone charger the size of a deck of playing cards. In an ashtray-sized slot next to the cupholders in the console is a small mechanical sleeve that accepts the smartphone vertically and charges it against its wall. An orange button indicates the charge is active. It’s seamless to slip it in and start charging, easy to pull in or out, and never gets lost or confused on a sliding pad tucked under the center stack or forgotten under the armrest console. It’s the best wireless phone charger on the market.
Miss: Still no wireless ACP
Despite that innovation, Hyundai still has to contend with the lack of wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto with its larger touchscreen. With all this tech on the top Limited trim, the lack of wireless smartphone compatibility becomes even more egregious. A new head unit with that capability has to be around the corner.
The 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV gives shoppers more choice within the Santa Fe family, which has gas, hybrid, and plug-in options. The PHEV is a great choice for drivers who log most of their miles around town.
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2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited Plug-In Hybrid
Base price: $46,585 including $1,225 destination
Price as tested: $46,780
Powertrain: 1.6-liter turbo-4 with a 67-kw motor and 13.8-kwh battery pack, a 6-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive
EPA fuel economy: 33 mpg combined, 76 mpge gas and electric, 31 miles of electric range
The hits: Seamless power delivery, great packaging, great wireless smartphone charger
The misses: Not much more efficient on the highway, still no wireless Apple CarPlay, no EV Hold
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2022-09-23T01:25:28+00:00
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nwahomepage.com
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Alabama vs. San Diego State: Betting Trends, Record ATS, Home/Road Splits - Sweet 16
Published: Mar. 19, 2023 at 5:22 AM EDT|Updated: 35 minutes ago
The South Region bracket's No. 1 seed Alabama Crimson Tide (31-5) are -point favorites to defeat the No. 5 San Diego State Aztecs (29-6) in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament on Friday at TBA, live from KFC Yum! Center.
Alabama vs. San Diego State Odds & Info
- Date: Friday, March 24, 2023
- Time: TBD
- Where: Louisville, Kentucky
- Venue: KFC Yum! Center
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Alabama vs San Diego State Betting Records & Stats
- The Crimson Tide's ATS record is 21-12-0 this season.
- San Diego State's ATS record is 17-15-0 this year.
- Alabama sports a 21-12-0 ATS record this season compared to the 17-15-0 mark of San Diego State.
Alabama vs. San Diego State Over/Under Stats
Additional Alabama vs San Diego State Insights & Trends
- Alabama has a 5-5 record against the spread while going 9-1 overall in its past 10 contests.
- The Crimson Tide have hit the over in five of their last 10 outings.
- San Diego State has a 6-4 record against the spread while going 9-1 overall over its past 10 contests.
- The Aztecs' past 10 contests have not gone over the total.
- The Crimson Tide score 19.2 more points per game (82.3) than the Aztecs give up (63.1).
- Alabama is 17-9 against the spread and 26-3 overall when scoring more than 63.1 points.
- The Aztecs average only 3.7 more points per game (71.9) than the Crimson Tide give up (68.2).
- When it scores more than 68.2 points, San Diego State is 11-8 against the spread and 19-2 overall.
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2023-03-19T09:58:40+00:00
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SpongeBob SquarePants
Plankton Retires/Trident Trouble
Season 10 E 6 • 03/25/2017
Plankton Retires/Trident Trouble: Plankton closes the Chum Bucket and moves to a new town, but Mr. Krabs suspects he's still up to no good. When SpongeBob accidentally picks up Neptune's magic trident, there's no telling what trouble he may cause!
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2023-05-05T17:11:36+00:00
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nick.com
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https://www.nick.com/episodes/cp8jao/spongebob-squarepants-plankton-retires-trident-trouble-season-10-ep-6
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LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Liz Truss described herself as “a fighter and not a quitter” Wednesday as she faced a hostile opposition and fury from her own Conservative Party over her botched economic plan. Within hours of the defiant statement, her government was teetering on the verge of collapse.
A senior member of the government left her post with a fusillade of criticism at Truss, and a House of Commons vote descended into acrimony and accusations of bullying,
Home Secretary Suella Braverman said she resigned after breaching rules by sending an official document from her personal email account. She used her resignation letter to lambaste Truss, saying she had “concerns about the direction of this government.”
“The business of government relies upon people accepting responsibility for their mistakes,” she said. “Pretending we haven’t made mistakes, carrying on as if everyone can’t see that we have made them and hoping that things will magically come right is not serious politics.”
Braverman is a popular figure on the Conservative Party’s right wing and a champion of more restrictive immigration policies who ran unsuccessfully for party leader this summer, a contest won by Truss.
Braverman was replaced as home secretary, the minister responsible for immigration and law and order, by former Cabinet minister Grant Shapps. He’s a high-profile supporter of Rishi Sunak, the former Treasury chief defeated by Truss in the final round of the Conservative leadership race.
Truss faced more turmoil in Parliament Wednesday evening on a vote over fracking for shale gas — a practice that Truss wants to resume despite opposition from many Conservatives.
With a large Conservative majority in Parliament, an opposition call for a fracking ban was easily defeated by 326 votes to 230, but some lawmakers were furious that Conservative Party whips said the vote would be treated as confidence motion, meaning the government would fall if the motion passed.
There were angry scenes in the House of Commons during and after the vote, with party whips accused of using heavy-handed tactics to gain votes. Labour lawmaker Chris Bryant said he “saw members being physically manhandled … and being bullied.”
Some lawmakers reported that that Conservative Chief Whip Wendy Morton, who is responsible for party discipline, and her deputy had resigned. But Truss’ office later said both remained in their jobs.
Conservative officials denied there had been manhandling, but in the chaos Truss herself failed to vote, according to the official record. Many Tory lawmakers were left despondent by the state of their party.
Conservative lawmaker Charles Walker said it was “a shambles and a disgrace.”
“I hope that all those people that put Liz Truss in (office), I hope it was worth it,” he told the BBC. “I hope it was worth it to sit around the Cabinet table, because the damage they have done to our party is extraordinary.”
The dramatic developments came days after Truss fired her Treasury chief, Kwasi Kwarteng, on Friday after the economic package the pair unveiled Sept. 23 spooked financial markets and triggered an economic and political crisis.
The plan’s 45 billion pounds ($50 billion) in unfunded tax cuts sparked turmoil on financial markets, hammering the value of the pound and increasing the cost of U.K. government borrowing. The Bank of England was forced to intervene to prevent the crisis from spreading to the wider economy and putting pension funds at risk.
On Monday Kwarteng’s replacement, Treasury chief Jeremy Hunt, scrapped almost all of Truss’ tax cuts, along with her flagship energy policy and her promise of no public spending cuts. He said the government will need to save billions of pounds and there are “many difficult decisions” to be made before he sets out a medium-term fiscal plan on Oct. 31.
Speaking to lawmakers for the first time since the U-turn, Truss apologized Wednesday and admitted she had made mistakes during her six weeks in office, but insisted that by changing course she had “taken responsibility and made the right decisions in the interest of the country’s economic stability.”
Opposition lawmakers shouted “Resign!” as she spoke in the House of Commons.
Asked by opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer, “Why is she still here?” Truss retorted: “I am a fighter and not a quitter. I have acted in the national interest to make sure that we have economic stability.”
Official figures released Wednesday showed U.K. inflation rose to 10.1% in September, returning to a 40-year high first hit in July, as the soaring cost of food squeezed household budgets. While inflation is high around the world — driven up by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and its effect on energy supplies — polls show most Britons blame the government for the country’s economic pain.
With opinion polls giving the Labour Party a large and growing lead, many Conservatives now believe their only hope of avoiding electoral oblivion is to replace Truss. But she insists she is not stepping down, and legislators are divided about how to get rid of her.
A national election does not have to be held until 2024. Truss appeared to rule out calling an early election, saying Wednesday that “what is important is we work together … to get through this winter and protect the economy.”
Under Conservative Party rules, Truss technically is safe from a leadership challenge for a year, but the rules can be changed if enough lawmakers want it. There is fevered speculation about how many lawmakers have already submitted letters calling for a no-confidence vote, and tensions rose further on Wednesday evening.
As yet, there is no front-runner to succeed her. Sunak, House of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt and popular Defense Secretary Ben Wallace all have supporters, as does Hunt, whom many see as the de facto prime minister already.
Some even favor the return of Boris Johnson, who was ousted in the summer after becoming enmeshed in ethics scandals.
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2022-10-20T03:00:47+00:00
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https://www.krqe.com/news/world/ap-embattled-uk-leader-liz-truss-says-shes-not-a-quitter/
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Mackenzie Holmes scored a career-high 33 points and Sara Scalia made six 3 pointers as No. 2 Indiana extended its winning streak to 12 games with an 83-59 win over No. 13 Ohio State on Monday night.
The Hoosiers (24-1, 14-1 Big Ten) shot 74% in the first half and never looked back, pulling away from Ohio State after the score knotted at 6.
Scalia scored 24 points, and Grace Berger added 16-points and 10 rebounds.
Cotie McMahon’s 22 points led the Buckeyes (21-5, 10-5), who shot 46% from the field and 20% from 3-point distance.
Holmes scored 18 points in the first half on 9-of-11 shooting, and Scalia went 5 of 6 from long distance and had 17 points in the first two quarters. Indiana led by as many as 27 points in the first half and 54-29 at halftime.
Indiana’s 54 points in the first half were its highest of the season.
The Buckeyes rallied in the third quarter, outscoring Indiana 24-14. McMahon and Taylor Mikesell had 10 points apiece in the period, and Eboni Walker made a long jumper to make it 60-50 with 2:11 left.
Scalia and Grace Berger stopped the comeback, each making a 3-pointer and preventing Ohio State from getting within single digits in helping the Hoosiers close on an 8-3 run.
Indiana held Ohio State to six points in the fourth quarter and finished with 60% shooting.
Ohio State was without starters Jacy Sheldon and Rebeka Mikulasikova due to injuries.
BIG PICTURE
Indiana: The Hoosiers beat a ranked team for the eighth time this season, extending their program record, and currently have their longest winning streak under coach Teri Moren.
Ohio State: Injuries have plagued Ohio State during its recent slump. The Buckeyes were missing two starters in Mikulasikova and Sheldon against the Hoosiers. The Buckeyes have lost five of their last seven after beginning the season 19-0.
UP NEXT
Indiana: Hosts Michigan on Thursday.
Ohio State: At Penn State on Thursday
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2023-02-14T03:02:38+00:00
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wishtv.com
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https://www.wishtv.com/sports/college-basketball/mackenzie-holmes-powers-no-2-indianas-rout-of-no-13-ohio-state/
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LONDON (AP) — Katie Taylor had Olympic dreams long before she became one of the faces of women’s professional boxing.
The Irish fighter won a gold medal at the 2012 London Games, setting her on course for a hugely successful pro career.
She’s worried that future generations won’t get the same chance because of a long-running dispute between Olympic officials and the International Boxing Association. The International Olympic Committee has declined to confirm boxing’s place in the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
“It will be a huge blow to boxing overall, even professional boxing,” Taylor told The Associated Press ahead of her fight against Chantelle Cameron in Dublin on Saturday. “The biggest incentive for amateur boxers is the Olympics. If they (don’t) have that, I think it might put a lot of people off the sport. It could be a big blow for the sport as a whole really.”
The impact on women’s boxing could be particularly damaging considering it only made its Olympic debut in 2012.
Taylor and Claressa Shields have used their Olympic success as a springboard into the pro ranks — headlining cards, selling out big arenas and garnering more media attention to help push the women’s game into the mainstream.
“I hope they can sort out their issues because the Olympics is a huge part of boxing,” said Taylor, the undefeated and undisputed lightweight champion who will challenge for Cameron’s super-lightweight belts on Saturday.
The 2024 Paris Olympics isn’t in question — the IOC plans to run the qualifying and final tournaments like its boxing task force did for the Tokyo Games in 2021.
The IOC cut ties with the sport’s governing body in 2019 because of concerns about governance and fair judging. It also has distrust about the IBA’s ties to Russia.
An investigation found that some bouts at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics were fixed by “complicit and compliant” referees and judges. In Rio, Ireland’s Michael Conlan accused Russia and the sports governing body of corruption after his bantamweight quarterfinal loss to Vladimir Nikitin.
In recent weeks, boxing officials in the United States and Britain announced plans to preserve the sport’s place at the Olympics by launching a new federation to rival the IBA, formerly known as AIBA.
Boxing has been part of every Olympic program but one since 1904, and the IOC has said it still could be added for 2028. Roland Garros, the home of the French Open, is one of the main venues for boxing at next year’s Paris Games.
Boxing is Ireland’s most-successful Olympic sport. Eighteen of the country’s 35 medals are in boxing.
In Tokyo, Kellie Anne Harrington became only the second female Irish boxer to win an Olympic medal when she took gold in the lightweight division — like Taylor did earlier.
“Ever since I was a kid, my dream was to win an Olympic gold medal. That’s all I dreamt of,” the 36-year-old Taylor said. “It’s quite sad that if it does go out … kids are going to grow up without that dream.”
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2023-05-17T17:30:18+00:00
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fox44news.com
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https://www.fox44news.com/sports/katie-taylor-worries-loss-of-olympic-boxing-would-be-huge-blow-to-the-sport/
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Pecos & The Rooftops Welcome “New Era” Teasing Next Single “Hurt No More”
Is it time? Pecos & The Rooftops have fans on high alert after a teaser that includes a taste of a new song and the promise of a "new era" on Instagram.
I caught up with Pecos Hurley, lead singer of Pecos and The Rooftops this past May at our annual Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival, where he and the boys set the place on fire.
Summer last we got word that they'd be releasing a new album at some point in '21. obviously that didn't come to fruition. But Pecos did assure me that they're looking at late this year for a brand new album. It's fall now, and this is the first real possibility of an album release date that we've gotten from The Rooftops.
"October 28.. a new era of PRT begins." Pecos & The Rooftops on Instagram
Meanwhile their breakthrough smash "This Damn Song" was released in April of 2019. And to say it's become a viral hit is no exaggeration. The song has hit Platinum status and is hugely popular at Radio Texas, LIVE!. Here we are three years years after its release it is still being streamed 60-70k every day. And, yes, that is Alexis Texas in the music video.
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2022-10-22T00:08:55+00:00
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knue.com
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https://knue.com/pecos-the-rooftops-welcome-new-era-teasing-next-single-hurt-no-more/
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Norovirus cases surge on cruise ships
(CNN) - After years of decline, norovirus outbreaks are surging on cruise ships.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there have been 13 outbreaks of norovirus on cruise ships so far this year. That’s the highest number of norovirus outbreaks on cruises recorded since 2012.
The exact cause of this year’s uptick in cruise-related cases remains unclear, but experts said they believe that soaring demand for cruises and record numbers of passengers might be behind it.
The most recent outbreak happened on a Viking Cruises voyage from Iceland that docked in New York City on June 20.
About 13% of passengers and several crew members fell ill on board.
Norovirus is highly infectious. The virus causes inflammation in the stomach and intestines, leading to severe gastrointestinal upset.
To prevent the spread of norovirus, cruise passengers are advised to wash their hands thoroughly with soap and warm water.
Fortunately, most people fully recover without treatment.
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2023-07-12T13:06:51+00:00
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mysuncoast.com
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https://www.mysuncoast.com/2023/07/12/norovirus-cases-surge-cruise-ships/
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The United States hit its debt limit, also known as the “debt ceiling,” on Thursday, Jan. 19, prompting the Treasury Department to take “extraordinary measures” to keep paying the federal government’s bills.
Several readers like Ryan and Kathy reached out to VERIFY with questions about the debt ceiling, including when it was last raised and how the national debt is calculated.
Here are VERIFIED answers to five key questions about the debt ceiling.
THE SOURCES
- U.S. Department of the Treasury
- Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB)
- Congressional Research Service (CRS)
- Brookings Institution
- Bipartisan Policy Center
- Louise Sheiner, senior fellow in economic studies and policy director for the Hutchins Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy at the Brookings Institution
- Kathleen Day, MBA, M.S., finance professor at the Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business and an author specializing in financial crises
WHAT WE FOUND
What is the national debt?
Before we answer what the debt ceiling is, we need to understand the national debt.
The national debt, which currently stands at approximately $31.5 trillion, is the amount of money the federal government has borrowed to cover expenses.
Kathleen Day, a finance professor at the Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business, described the national debt as the “accumulation of deficits over the years.”
A budget deficit is the result of the government spending more money than it receives in revenue from taxes and other sources in a given year. The Treasury then has to borrow money in order for the federal government to keep paying its bills.
What is the debt ceiling?
The current federal debt limit, also known as the debt ceiling, is $31.4 trillion.
But what exactly is the debt ceiling? It’s a limit imposed by Congress on how much money the federal government can borrow to meet its existing legal obligations. Those obligations include Social Security and Medicare benefits, military salaries, interest on the national debt, tax refunds and other payments, the Treasury Department says.
Increasing or suspending the debt limit doesn’t authorize new spending or cost taxpayers money, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen wrote in a letter to Congress on Jan. 13, 2023.
The debt limit was established in 1917 by the Second Liberty Bond Act, according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB).
Before the debt ceiling was created, “debt was micromanaged by Congress, not the Treasury,” Louise Sheiner, an economics fellow with the Brookings Institution, explained.
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When was the debt ceiling last raised?
VERIFY reader Ryan asked if the debt ceiling was last raised during former President Barack Obama’s administration. The debt ceiling was actually raised more recently than that.
In December 2021, Congress passed legislation raising the debt ceiling by $2.5 trillion to its current limit of approximately $31.4 trillion.
Congress has approved more than 100 separate changes to the debt ceiling since the end of World War II, according to a November 2022 report from the Congressional Research Service (CRS). The debt ceiling has been raised 20 times since 2001.
“Increases in spending on old-age and retirement programs, lower tax receipts, and federal activities related to the Great Recession and in response to the COVID-19 pandemic have all contributed to rising debt levels,” CRS wrote in the report.
What happens when the U.S. hits the debt ceiling?
When the U.S. hits the debt ceiling, like it has in 2023, that doesn’t mean it will automatically default on its obligations like Social Security and Medicare benefits.
Though the Treasury can’t borrow more money once it hits the debt ceiling, it can implement what is called “extraordinary measures” to continue paying the federal government’s bills. The Treasury indicated that it began taking those measures on Jan. 19, 2023.
Those measures include things like putting a hold on contributions to government workers’ retirement funds, but replacing the money later, Sheiner explained. But these measures won’t impact the average American’s wallet on a day-to-day basis, she said.
“Extraordinary measures are really just ways of getting around the debt ceiling,” Sheiner said.
What could happen if Congress doesn’t raise the debt ceiling in time?
It’s unclear exactly what would happen if Congress doesn’t reach a deal on the debt ceiling in time and the Treasury runs out of cash-on-hand.
“[The Treasury is] basically faced with two sets of inconsistent laws: they cannot borrow, and they must make these payments – to interest payments, to Social Security beneficiaries, to the hospitals who are covering Medicare beneficiaries,” Sheiner said.
In the case of default, the federal government might have to miss or delay payments such as those for Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries and government workers’ salaries, Sheiner and Day explained.
The federal government “has not experienced a major default on its financial obligations since the War of 1812,” the Bipartisan Policy Center says.
If the federal government defaults on its obligations, financial experts like Day warn that it could have disastrous consequences.
A default would “ruin our reputation” in the global economy and the cost of borrowing at home would rise “astronomically,” Day said. It would likely cause the stock market to fall as well and potentially cost millions of jobs, she added.
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2023-01-25T16:08:43+00:00
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wtsp.com
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https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/verify/economy-verify/what-is-us-debt-ceiling-extraordinary-measures-congress-deadline-2023/536-f2804f9b-ceb3-480f-8366-98006b9ede3b
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WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Firefighters rushed to the scene of a two-alarm fire in downtown Wichita Falls Saturday night.
According to WFFD fire marshal, Cody Melton, shortly before 11 p.m., the fire department responded to a structure fire in the 1000 block of Austin Street.
They found heavy fire and smoke coming from a vacant house and called for a second alarm. Additional crews responded and the flames were brought under control quickly.
Melton said the fire appeared to have started inside the house or on the porch. He said the utilities were off, and suspects someone was there when the fire started.
A witness said he lives nearby and has seen vagrants around the abandoned home. No injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation.
In April 2017, one person was injured in a fire at the same address. Stick with Texoma’s Homepage for the latest information.
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2022-11-27T19:32:57+00:00
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texomashomepage.com
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https://www.texomashomepage.com/news/wichita-falls-firefighters-battle-two-alarm-blaze/
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2022-08-17T17:54:25+00:00
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kwtx.com
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https://www.kwtx.com/prnewswire/2022/08/17/thinking-about-trading-options-or-stock-lowes-progressive-home-depot-eli-lilly-or-costco/
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has directed state officials to conduct random, unannounced safety inspections in schools, according to a letter sent to Texas School Safety Center Director Dr. Kathy Martinez-Prather.
The school safety reviews come after 19 children and two teachers were killed at Robb Elementary in Uvalde. Abbott said the tragedy "requires us all to do more" and that the safety reviews are to ensure all Texas public schools maximize school safety.
"I am charging the TxSSC, in coordination with the TEA, to develop and implement a plan to conduct random inspections to assess access control measures of Texas school districts," Abbott said in the letter. "Among other reviews, your team should begin conducting in-person, unannounced, random intruder detection audits on school districts."
I'm directing @TxSchoolSafety to immediately conduct comprehensive school safety reviews of Texas public schools.
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) June 1, 2022
Among other reviews, the Texas School Safety Center should begin conducting in-person, unannounced, random intruder detection audits on school districts.
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The Texas School Safety Center was asked to immediately begin work with the governor's office to provide recommendations that will improve current security systems.
“This issue will no doubt be at the forefront of the next Legislative Session,” the governor wrote. “You have my full support to make recommendations for consideration by the Legislature.”
On Wednesday Abbott also called for legislative committees to meet and take action that would prevent future school shootings.
Abbott is asking the committees to develop recommendations on five issues: School safety, mental health, social media, police training and firearm safety.
"We as a state, we as a society, need to do a better job with mental health," Abbott said during a news conference at Robb Elementary School.
In April, Abbott slashed $211 million from mental health programs overseen by the state.
This story was originally published by Khadeeja Umana of KXXV in central Texas.
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2022-06-01T22:59:31+00:00
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wrtv.com
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https://www.wrtv.com/news/national/abbott-directs-texas-officials-to-conduct-random-unannounced-school-safety-checks
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WILLISTON, Vt. (AP) — One of the co-founders of Ben & Jerry's has gone from ice cream to cannabis with a social mission.
Ben Cohen has started Ben's Best Blnz, a nonprofit cannabis line with a stated mission of helping to right the wrongs of the war on drugs. The company says on its website that 80% of its profits will go to grants for Black cannabis entrepreneurs while the rest will be equally divided between the Vermont Racial Justice Alliance and the national Last Prisoner Project, which is working to free people incarcerated for cannabis offenses.
“The War on Drugs (first so named by President Richard Nixon) has targeted lower income Black and Brown people thru over policing, discriminatory prosecution, and discriminatory sentencing,” the website states. “That’s why despite using pot at the same rate, Black people are 4 times more likely to be arrested than Whites.”
Ben's Best Blnz, or B3, says it licenses its formulas, packaging, trademarks, and marketing materials to for-profit businesses that pay a royalty. After expenses are deducted, the royalties are donated to the cause.
The cannabis is grown in soil using no nonorganic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides, the website states.
The B3 products, including pre-rolled joints with lower levels of the psychoactive compound THC, are expected to be available in cannabis shops in Vermont next month.
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2023-04-25T16:03:39+00:00
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expressnews.com
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https://www.expressnews.com/business/article/ben-jerry-s-co-founder-starts-nonprofit-17917281.php
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Pick 3 Morning" game were:
2-6-4, FIREBALL: 1
(two, six, four; FIREBALL: one)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday morning's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Pick 3 Morning" game were:
2-6-4, FIREBALL: 1
(two, six, four; FIREBALL: one)
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2022-08-26T15:44:15+00:00
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ourmidland.com
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https://www.ourmidland.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-3-Morning-game-17400140.php
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2022-08-11T00:25:31+00:00
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bizjournals.com
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https://www.bizjournals.com/sacramento/news/2022/08/10/inszone-first-bosnian-acquisition.html
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LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A judge blocked enforcement of a 1931 Michigan ban on abortion Monday, just hours after the state Court of Appeals said county prosecutors were not covered by a May order and could enforce the prohibition following the fall of Roe v. Wade.
Oakland County Judge Jacob Cunningham stepped in at the request of attorneys representing Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat who favors abortion rights.
Cunningham issued a restraining order against prosecutors in counties with abortion providers and scheduled a hearing for Wednesday.
“The legal fight in Michigan continues and this temporary restraining order ensures prosecutors cannot target women or providers in the short term,” said Attorney General Dana Nessel, a Democrat who won’t defend the 1931 law, which makes it a crime to perform abortions unless the life of the mother is in danger.
Cunningham’s decision came at the end of a remarkable day for both sides of the issue.
In May, weeks before the U.S. Supreme Court threw out its landmark 1973 decision legalizing abortion, Judge Elizabeth Gleicher said Michigan’s dormant ban was likely unconstitutional. She signed an injunction, which meant abortion has remained legal even after the Supreme Court decision.
But on Monday, the appeals court said Gleicher’s injunction applied only to the attorney general’s office, not county prosecutors who handle most crimes.
Republican prosecutors in Kent and Jackson counties said they planned to enforce the abortion ban, meaning that providers could get charged with a felony.
“If a report is presented to this office, we will review it like we do any other report of possible criminal behavior,” Kent County prosecutor Christopher Becker said earlier in the day. “We will make the decision to charge, or not to charge, based on the facts presented in the report and the applicable Michigan law.”
Kent County includes Grand Rapids, the state’s second-largest city.
Meanwhile, seven Democratic prosecutors, including Kym Worthy and Karen McDonald in the Detroit area, have said they will not enforce the 1931 law.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan said it will continue providing abortions.
Total or near total abortion bans are already in effect in the nearby states of Indiana, Ohio and Wisconsin, with bans expected in roughly half the states.
Earlier this month, abortion rights activists submitted signatures to bring a constitutional amendment before Michigan voters in November that would affirm the right to make pregnancy-related decisions without interference, including abortion and reproductive services such as birth control.
If the amendment passes, it would supersede the 1931 law.
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Joey Cappelletti is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
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2022-08-02T14:48:51+00:00
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upmatters.com
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https://www.upmatters.com/health/ap-health/michigan-court-county-prosecutors-can-enforce-abortion-ban/
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DALLAS (AP) — Brook Lopez hit a wide-open layup off an inbounds play with seven seconds to go, and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Dallas Mavericks 106-105 on Friday night.
The Bucks held on despite Giannis Antetokounmpo fouling out with 2:55 remaining. The Greek Freak finished with 28 points to end an eight-game run with at least 30 points.
Luka Doncic had 33 points and 11 assists and put Dallas ahead on a layup with 29 seconds to go.
But the Mavericks couldn't make their free throws late — they were a woeful 10 for 24 for the game — leaving the door open for the Bucks to win a fourth consecutive game while ending Dallas' three-game winning streak.
Antetokounmpo’s sixth foul came when he tried to close out on a 3-pointer by Tim Hardaway Jr., who missed all three free throws to keep Milwaukee in front by one.
Dorian Finney-Smith missed two more free throws after Doncic had put Dallas in front 105-104. The Bucks inbounded from near their bench, and Lopez slipped behind a screen for the easy bucket on the throw-in from George Hill.
Khris Middleton scored 19 points and Jrue Holiday had 17 for the Bucks.
Spencer Dinwiddie scored 15 points, and Christian Wood had 14 points and nine rebounds for Dallas.
While missing the 30-point mark, Antetokounmpo, who had 10 rebounds, did make it a ninth straight game of shooting at least 50%, hitting his last eight shots after a 2-of-12 start to finish 10 of 20.
The Mavericks led by 12 in the third quarter, when Doncic had consecutive assists on behind-the-back passes to Maxi Kleber for 3-pointers.
After Doncic stole a pass and took it all the way to the other end for a one-handed dunk over Holiday, the three-time All-Star assisted on a 3-pointer by Wood that put Dallas up 78-66.
Antetokounmpo capped an 8-0 run with a three-point play for a 94-all tie, setting up the back-and-fourth finish that mostly played out without the two-time MVP.
TIP-INS
Bucks: Antetokounmpo was trying to become the first player in 12 years to score at least 30 points and shoot at least 50% from the field in nine consecutive games. Amar'e Stoudemire did it with New York in 2010-11. ... Bobby Portis Jr. scored all 10 of his points in the first half.
Mavericks: Kemba Walker has been active but still hasn't made his Dallas debut since signing Nov. 29. The four-time All-Star has been battling knee issues in recent years. ... The five-game run of Hardaway and Doncic hitting at least four 3-pointers each ended.
UP NEXT
Bucks: Finish a two-game Texas swing in Houston on Sunday.
Mavericks: At Chicago on Saturday as the Mavs finish their third back-to-back in two weeks. Dallas lost both on the first back-to-back, then won both on the second.
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2022-12-10T06:37:31+00:00
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ourmidland.com
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https://www.ourmidland.com/sports/article/Bucks-top-Mavs-Doncic-106-105-after-17644485.php
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Charles “Cotton” Nash, a three-time All-America forward at Kentucky who played in the NBA, ABA and Major League Baseball, has died. He was 80.
The school announced Nash’s death on Tuesday after being informed by his son, Patrick, but did not specify a cause.
Nicknamed “Cotton” as a child in reference to his bright blond hair, the versatile Nash averaged 22.7 points and 12.3 rebounds over 78 games from 1962-64. His 1,770 points ranked first in school history at the end of his collegiate career and currently stand ninth. His 962 rebounds rank fifth.
Nash went on to become one of just 13 players to appear in the NBA and the majors. Drafted 14th overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in 1964, he played there and for the San Francisco Warriors during the ’64-’65 NBA season. Nash later played for the ABA’s Kentucky Colonels in 1967-68.
Nash played nine seasons of professional baseball, including three in the majors with the Chicago White Sox and Minnesota Twins as a first baseman and outfielder. He signed his first pro deal with the Los Angeles Angels.
Nash was a three-time All-Southeastern Conference first-team selection in basketball and runner-up as national player of the year as a senior. He helped the Wildcats win two SEC championships on the court and earned all-SEC Eastern Division honors in baseball.
He also threw the discus in track and field.
Nash’s No. 44 basketball jersey hangs in the rafters at Rupp Arena and he is a member of the UK Athletics and Kentucky Sports halls of fame.
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2023-05-24T01:28:06+00:00
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sfgate.com
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https://www.sfgate.com/sports/article/cotton-nash-3-time-all-american-at-kentucky-who-18115710.php
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LOS ANGELES — Kevin Costner and his wife of nearly 19 years, Christine Baumgartner, are divorcing, a representative for the actor said Tuesday.
“It is with great sadness that circumstances beyond his control have transpired which have resulted in Mr. Costner having to participate in a dissolution of marriage,” Costner's publicist Arnold Robinson said in a statement.
Costner and Baumgartner, a model and handbag designer, began dating in 1998 before getting married at his Colorado ranch in 2004.
They have two sons, ages 14 and 15, and a 12-year-old daughter together.
It was the second marriage for Costner, 68, the Oscar and Emmy winning star of TV's “Yellowstone” and films including “Dances With Wolves,” “The Bodyguard” and “Bull Durham.”
Costner also has four adult children from previous relationships.
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2023-05-03T03:11:34+00:00
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11alive.com
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https://www.11alive.com/article/news/entertainment-news/kevin-costner-divorce-wife-christie-baumgartner/507-fdf91eae-9f20-443d-bf8d-acb1bf6b4894
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Brittney Griner’s return to the WNBA this summer after being traded in a dramatic prisoner swap in December with Russia has collided with free agency, creating potential travel complications for the league out of safety concerns for her.
If Griner, who is a free agent but has said she’ll return to Phoenix, needs special travel accommodations — such as chartered flights — the league will have to come up with a plan for the 6-foot-9 star. Griner’s safety when traveling will be a top priority for her team and the league.
“We are very cognizant of BG’s unique situation,” WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert told The Associated Press. “We’ve been planning and we’ve been thinking it through with security experts, BG’s side, our side. We’ll find the right time to comment on it when she signs with a team.”
That could come Wednesday, when free agents can officially sign.
While the Griner situation is unique, other marquee players raised the issue of charter flights, which teams have deemed too costly.
The current collective bargaining agreement requires that all teams fly commercial and doesn’t allow teams to charter flights. Any change in that would have to be approved by both the union and the league.
“No one wants to make this work more than me,” Engelbert said. “That’s why we’re working so hard to transform the economic business model. We’ve had positive changes over the last couple years, but we’re not going to jeopardize the financial viability of the league. We are on the cusp of something big here.”
HOW MUCH WOULD IT COST THE WNBA TO CHARTER FLIGHTS?
Engelbert says it would cost the league about $25 million each season for each of its 12 teams to charter flights to every game. That number has increased about $5 million from previous estimates by the commissioner due to the new 40-game WNBA schedule this season, fuel costs and other factors.
The estimated cost per franchise to charter flights would be approximately $2 million. Air travel expenses currently for each team is about $150,000, according to two people familiar with the costs. The people spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because they weren’t authorized to publicly address the issue.
“We did it last year for the Finals and we have experience on how much it costs for routes we need to fly,” Engelbert said. “We are monitoring and updating our analysis. We are going to try and get an economic model to fund this as soon as we can.”
WHAT HAPPENS IF A TEAM CHARTERS FLIGHTS?
If teams violate the current CBA, they could be fined.
The New York Liberty were fined a WNBA record $500,000 in 2021 for chartering flights to away games during the second half of that season.
HAS THE WNBA CONSIDERED SUBSIDIZING FLIGHTS?
Coveted free agent Breanna Stewart, who has narrowed her choices to a few teams including New York, started a social media campaign to try to help get chartered flights for the league. She tweeted: “I would love to be part of a deal that helps subsidize charter travel for the entire WNBA. I would contribute my NIL, posts + production hrs to ensure we all travel in a way that prioritizes player health + safety, which ultimately results in a better product. Who’s with me?”
Many current and former WNBA and NBA players offered their support — though any change to travel restrictions would have to be voted on by the union and the league.
“We would need a commitment to it in perpetuity,” Engelbert said. “That’s 250-300 million dollars. Look at the gate and media deal and sponsorship dollars. We’re not close to being able to afford $250 million over the next decade.”
DO WOMEN’S COLLEGE TEAMS CHARTER FLIGHTS?
WNBA players are used to flying charter flights. That’s how they traveled in college.
Title IX legislation requires universities to have equal opportunities for their men’s and women’s athletic programs. The NCAA flies both the men’s and women’s teams on charter flights for its marquee college basketball tournament if they are more than 400 miles from the site of their game.
That legislation doesn’t apply to the pros, so NBA teams chartering between cities has no effect on what WNBA teams do.
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2023-02-01T18:53:54+00:00
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valleycentral.com
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https://www.valleycentral.com/sports/ap-griners-return-free-agency-raises-charter-flight-concerns/
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WARSAW, Poland (AP) — President Andrzej Duda of Poland on Friday awarded the country's top civilian honor to a communist-era pro-democracy fighter who recently was accused of manipulating evidence while investigating a presidential plane crash in Russia that killed 96 prominent Poles.
Duda said he awarded The Order of the White Eagle to Antoni Macierewicz, 74, for his contribution to Poland's sovereignty and democratic changes, and for his service to the country.
In the 1970s Macierewicz co-founded a dissident organization, the Workers' Defense Committee, or KOR, that laid foundations for the nationwide Solidarity movement that in 1989 toppled communist rule in Poland. Macierewicz was repeatedly incarcerated for his activities.
The small ceremony where Duda awarded him the distinction took place 46 years since KOR's founding. The other two co-founders, Miroslaw Chojecki and Piotr Naimski, also received the honor.
Macierewicz went on to serve as defense minister during 2015-2018 and is a close associate of Jaroslaw Kaczynski, the head of Poland's governing Law and Justice party.
He was appointed head of a special government commission investigating the 2010 crash that killed Kaczynski's twin, then-President Lech Kaczynski, and 95 other Poles.
Macierewicz has insisted the presidential plane crash was an assassination planned in Moscow. A recent report by Polish news channel TVN24 alleged that Macierewicz and his commission manipulated and hid evidence that did not support the assassination theory.
Earlier, a professional commission for aviation incidents said the crash in adverse conditions resulted from errors by the crew and the control tower at Russia's Smolensk airport.
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2022-09-23T16:25:01+00:00
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expressnews.com
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https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/Polish-official-with-doubted-assassination-theory-17462154.php
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When Baltimore took Ben McDonald with the top choice in the 1989 draft, it was just one small part of a thrilling season for the Orioles.
They had the No. 1 pick was because the previous year had been terrible, but by the time they actually made the selection, the Orioles were in first place in the AL East, on their way to becoming one of baseball's classic underdog stories. In fact, McDonald was drafted on June 5, 1989 — the same day Baltimore won a season-high eighth game in a row.
Sound familiar?
This year's Orioles are suddenly drawing comparisons to that ‘89 team. After entering the season in the midst of a difficult rebuild — Baltimore will pick first in the draft Sunday for the second time in four years — the Orioles have become one of the game’s biggest surprises over the past few weeks. A 10-game winning streak put Baltimore briefly above .500. As the All-Star break approaches, the Orioles have almost as many victories (45) as they did all of last year (52).
A playoff spot still seems unlikely, but at this point, Baltimore is only 2 1/2 games behind the final wild card in the American League.
“It’s been fun to watch this team, man,” said McDonald, a right-hander who pitched nine seasons in the majors and is now part of Orioles TV broadcasts. “It reminds me a lot of that ’89 team in some ways, where they got some confidence and then took off.”
The 1989 team occupies a special place in the hearts of Baltimore fans. The 1988 Orioles lost 107 games, and that didn’t do justice to what a laughingstock they were after an 0-21 start. There wasn’t much reason to expect a quick turnaround in ’89, but shockingly, Baltimore led the AL East by 7 1/2 games in the middle of July.
The division ultimately came down to the final series of the season in Toronto. The Orioles lost the first two games, allowing the Blue Jays to clinch the title. Baltimore did win the finale, with McDonald — who was already in the majors the same year he was drafted — earning his first career victory.
The current Orioles rose from similar depths as that ‘89 team. Baltimore dropped 110 games last year, including a 19-game skid that nearly tied the 1988 team’s mark for the longest losing streak in American League history. Even before this July surge, the Orioles looked more competitive, thanks in part to an improved-but-still-fairly-anonymous bullpen.
Then Baltimore began its winning streak with a victory at Minnesota before sweeping series against the Rangers, Angels and Cubs. It's been a pleasant surprise for Orioles fans, who figured to spend much of the season monitoring the progress of minor league prospects and looking to the draft and trade deadline as opportunities to add more of them.
“I think that we’re in store for a lot of good stuff here for the next few years," general manager Mike Elias said. "I’m very happy that it’s kind of reflected right now during this stretch of play so plainly for our fans.”
This run by the Orioles may actually complicate the rest of the month for Elias. Baltimore figured to be a seller at the deadline — 30-year-old Trey Mancini could have some value, and Rougned Odor and Jordan Lyles are on one-year contracts — but in the midst of the team's first really successful stretch in a while, there could obviously be a temptation to ride it out and chase the postseason.
With the expanded playoffs, it's not unheard of for a team to pick No. 1 in the draft and then make the postseason in the same year. Minnesota did it in 2017.
“Everything that I do, or that we do, has tradeoffs," Elias said. "All I can say is, we do everything from a very global, very thoughtful perspective, about what is the right thing to do for the health of the Orioles franchise. And all that’s being taken into consideration for the draft, but also for the trade deadline.”
For all the excitement of 1989, it was basically an outlier. The Orioles sank back under .500 the following year and lost 95 games in 1991. Baltimore traded Pete Harnisch, Steve Finley and Curt Schilling — all of whom were part of the ‘89 team — for slugger Glenn Davis in a move that backfired badly.
The lesson is that, while Baltimore's long winning streak was a fun story for fans to rally around, the Orioles still need to make smart roster moves if they're going to build on it.
Elias hasn't said too much to tip Baltimore's hand heading into the draft, but he did say there's a general feeling in the industry that the first player taken will be a position player, not a pitcher.
Whatever happens over these next few weeks, the good news for Baltimore is that there seems to be more help on the way. In right-hander Grayson Rodriguez and infielder Gunnar Henderson, the Orioles have two of the game's top five prospects, according to MLB Pipeline. Rodriguez has been sidelined with a lat injury, but Henderson has hit well at Triple-A.
Catcher Adley Rutschman, the top pick in the 2019 draft, made his big league debut with Baltimore earlier this year.
“I think this organization is in a very healthy spot, and a lot of that is the players, and the way that they’re playing up here at the major league level right now," Elias said. "Then obviously having an excellent group of minor league prospects behind them.”
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2022-07-16T21:34:33+00:00
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clickorlando.com
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https://www.clickorlando.com/sports/2022/07/16/shades-of-89-orioles-surging-and-have-no-1-pick-too/
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Monday, September 26th 2022, 6:13 pm
Cooking expert Sassy Mama shows us how to make a delicious idea for a hummus board come to life.
Ingredients
1 package prepared hummus (pick your flavor)
1 package naan, warmed
Lemon slices
Sliced cucumber
Cherry tomatoes
Pine nuts
Olive tapenade
Snacking sweet peppers
Fresh oregano
Directions
Smear the hummus onto a clean cutting board. Drizzle hummus with olive oil and pine nuts.
Decorate the board with the warm naan or pita crackers, lemon slices, cucumber, tomatoes and sweet peppers for dipping.
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2022-09-27T14:21:05+00:00
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news9.com
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https://www.news9.com/story/63322dce54f4de28dabb6a47/sassy-mama:-hummus-board-
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Charges filed after man is shot in the chest in Pittsburgh
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Charges filed after man is shot in the chest in Pittsburgh
Shooting happened last Monday
Charges have been filed after a man was shot in the chest in Pittsburgh’s Mount Oliver neighborhood.The shooting happened a little before 2 p.m. last Monday.The victim was found outside of a home on Cathedral Avenue.Police said it was the victim who later identified Aaron Alexander, 37, of Pittsburgh, as the shooter.A warrant has been issued for Alexander’s arrest.
PITTSBURGH —
Charges have been filed after a man was shot in the chest in Pittsburgh’s Mount Oliver neighborhood.
The shooting happened a little before 2 p.m. last Monday.
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The victim was found outside of a home on Cathedral Avenue.
Police said it was the victim who later identified Aaron Alexander, 37, of Pittsburgh, as the shooter.
A warrant has been issued for Alexander’s arrest.
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2022-09-19T13:25:32+00:00
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wtae.com
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https://www.wtae.com/article/charges-filed-after-man-is-shot-in-the-chest-in-pittsburgh/41277809
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Statement by Robin Koval, CEO and President, Truth Initiative
WASHINGTON, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today's announcement by the Food and Drug Administration to deny marketing authorizations for all JUUL e-cigarettes, thereby making them an illegally marketed product, is a huge public health victory that will save lives and protect millions of teens and young adults from the harms of nicotine use and risks of addiction. We applaud the Biden Administration and FDA for taking this urgently necessary and long-awaited action that clearly acknowledges the significant role JUUL played in igniting the ongoing youth e-cigarette epidemic, one that the U.S. Surgeon General says has had a negative impact on the physical and mental health of America's youth. By holding JUUL accountable and prioritizing public health over corporate profiteering, the FDA is making the right decision – one that we, with our public health partners, have been urgently calling for along with the removal of all flavored e-cigarettes, including menthol.
FDA noted in its denial of JUUL's application that there was insufficient toxicological evidence to determine that keeping them on the market would be "appropriate for the protection of public health" – the standard by which FDA must evaluate tobacco products. The history of JUUL makes it clear that these products – owned in part by Altria, the maker of Marlboro – have no place in our society. Congressional hearings in 2019 about JUUL's role in the youth e-cigarette crisis provided, with the company's own testimony and documents, startling evidence that since virtually day one of its existence, the company employed numerous strategies and tactics targeting young people, including the use of social media influencers, attempts to infiltrate school programs, and even funding summer camp programs for children as young as eight. The result, by 2018 JUUL had captured an astonishing 75% share of the e-cigarette market and even more shocking had been the driver behind a youth vaping rate that at its peak included 27.5% of high school students as regular e-cigarette users and was so ubiquitous in youth culture that school bathrooms were dubbed "JUUL rooms."
Now that the FDA has taken action on the brand that ignited the youth vaping epidemic, the agency must accelerate progress and act without further delay on the other e-cigarette products that are sustaining it by continuing to target youth. The agency must immediately prioritize completing its review of the top brands that make up the majority of the total e-cigarette market and are most popular among youth, including Vuse Alto, Logic, NJOY, Blu, and newcomer Elf Bar. The FDA must also use its authority to address synthetic nicotine as part of this process so that leading disposable brands like Puff Bar can no longer slip through this loophole. The only way to end the "whack-a-mole" approach to regulation and enforcement is for FDA to comprehensively remove all flavored tobacco products, including menthol, from the market. Furthermore, the FDA should immediately remove all unreviewed e-cigarettes, which should have been removed from the market on September 9th, 2021.
This decision comes at a critical time as new data shows that every day we await the FDA to complete its review, more young people are put at risk of a lifetime of nicotine addiction. New Truth Initiative research shows that nearly 1.5 million young people, including nearly 800,000 teens between 15-18 years old, vaped nicotine for the first time between July 2021 and June 2022, the months surrounding and following the FDA's missed September 2021 deadline to complete its review of e-cigarettes. This initiation of children to the risks of nicotine addiction and the unknown physical health risks of e-cigarettes is made even more troubling amidst the toll of today's mental health crisis on young people and the known connection between nicotine and mental health symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Just as young people deserve to live free of the harms of nicotine addiction, adult smokers deserve products that meet public health standards. A completed FDA review can help determine if any tobacco-flavored e-cigarettes can help support adult smokers to improve their health outcomes. Truth Initiative supports regulation that encourages the development of consistently less harmful nicotine delivery alternatives that allow smokers to quit altogether or switch completely to a much less harmful, well-regulated product. For the many young people who want to quit vaping nicotine, support exists through This is Quitting, a free and anonymous text message program from truth® that has enrolled nearly 500,000 young people, providing them with tailored advice, cognitive and behavioral coping strategies, and social support to help them quit. Truth Initiative also offers free digital and community-based quit smoking programs for adults through BecomeAnEx.org and its enterprise EX Program for employers and health care providers.ad
Combined with the recent proposals to eliminate menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars, reduce nicotine in cigarettes to non-addictive levels and today's JUUL news, the Biden Administration is taking historic, refocused actions to end our nation's tobacco epidemic. The FDA must move swiftly to finalize, implement, and enforce its proposed actions to protect youth, help adult smokers, and advance public health equity by ending the leading cause of preventable death and creating a future free from tobacco and nicotine addiction.
Truth Initiative is a national public health organization dedicated to achieving a culture where all young people reject smoking, vaping and nicotine and a future where tobacco and nicotine addiction are a thing of the past. In 2020, we celebrated 20 years of saving lives and preventing millions of youth from smoking. Our impact has helped drive the teen smoking rate down from 23% in 2000 to under 3% in 2021. The truth about tobacco and the tobacco industry are at the heart of our proven-effective and nationally recognized truth® public education campaign. As youth e-cigarette use threatens to put a new generation at risk for nicotine addiction, we are leading the fight against tobacco and nicotine addiction in all forms. Our rigorous scientific research and policy studies, community and youth engagement programs supporting populations at high risk of using tobacco, and innovation in tobacco dependence treatment are also helping to end one of the most critical public health battles of our time. Based in Washington D.C., our organization, formerly known as the American Legacy Foundation, was established and funded through the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement between attorneys general from 46 states, five U.S. territories and the tobacco industry. To learn more, visit truthinitiative.org.
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2022-06-23T19:20:20+00:00
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kalb.com
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https://www.kalb.com/prnewswire/2022/06/23/fdas-decision-deny-juul-marketing-authorization-is-major-public-health-victory-swift-action-other-leading-brands-must-be-taken-new-data-shows-youth-e-cigarette-initiation-continues/
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SANFORD, N.C. (WGHP) — A drag event in North Carolina was disrupted by the appearance of the extremist group the Proud Boys.
The event, held at Hugger Mugger Brewery in Sanford, was organized by Lindsey Knapp, who operates Sanford Yoga and Community Center. Knapp is an attorney and an army veteran who is the executive director of Combat Sexual Assault, which helps service members and veterans who have experienced retaliation for reporting assaults.
The drag brunch was raising money for the LGBTQ Resource Center that her yoga center runs.
Knapp says that she believes the event got onto the radar of the Proud Boys because it was posted on LibsOfTikTok. She says it seems like it went viral after that, and Knapp and other organizers began receiving aggressive messages and death threats.
“LibsOfTikTok” is a social media account with hundreds of thousands of followers. It often reposts videos and pictures of LGBTQ+ people, often with an “incendiary framework” and the goal of outraging the viewer.
Knapp had hosted drag brunch events at Hugger Mugger in the past without any issues. In June, the event was so well-received that they added a second show. Both shows were sold out. There was pushback, with two or three protestors outside of the venue. Knapp says these protestors were peaceful, simply handing out Bible literature for about 30 minutes before leaving.
“The event on Oct 30 was chaotic,” said Knapp. “The Proud Boys were very hostile and openly harassing patrons as they entered and exited the brewery. They were calling them groomers and pedophiles and trying to intimidate everyone. The Proud Boys came to fight, wore masks, and flack vests.”
The Proud Boys were so hostile that Knapp says they ended up calling the Sanford Police Department and several uniformed officers stayed for the event.
Photographer Anthony Crider documented the protest, sharing pictures and video on his Flickr and on Twitter. The photographs show around 16 men in full gear in the black and yellow of the Proud Boys.
“We are everywhere,” a flag reads.
One man flashed what appeared to be a ‘white power’ hand sign at the camera. The hand signal was seen in several photographs.
“Join your local Proud Boys. Be a man among men,” a small flyer read.
Inside was another story, though.
Knapp called the atmosphere “joyful” and said people were happy to be in a safe space to express themselves. The performers were dressed like Beetlejuice and Bette Midler’s character from “Hocus Pocus,” while lip-syncing to fun songs with the crowd.
“What I want our LGBTQ community to know is that they are loved and supported. We have gotten quite a bit of “love notes” after this event, and many have donated to our Resource Center to show support. I am very proud of our LGBTQ community. They are loved and supported by so many. And we will not back down in our support for them,” said Knapp. “We will continue to advocate for them and ensure that they can live their lives freely with love and dignity.”
She described the Proud Boys and other groups, some of them with religious signs and some of them in Confederate T-shirts, as “ridiculous.”
This is not the first time a drag event has been at the center of protests in North Carolina, but it is one of the first times that Proud Boys have been highly visible; they also appeared at an event in Wilmington in June.
There have been issues in Apex, Charlotte, and Raleigh. Drag events have been canceled due to concerns about safety. Winston-Salem’s bookstore Bookmarks attracted protestors for a Drag Queen Story Time in June.
In other states, Proud Boys and similar extremist groups have been also visible at protests against family-friendly drag events at libraries. Over two dozen people associated with Patriot Front were arrested outside a Pride event in Idaho with a trailer full of weapons.
Who are the Proud Boys?
The Proud Boys are a self-described “Western chauvinist” organization founded by former VICE Media co-founder Gavin McInnes. They claim to stand for “anti-white guilt” and “anti-political correctness,” according to the Southern Poverty Law Center, which designates them as a hate group associated with white nationalism.
They have been visible at events like the deadly “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville in 2017, organized by then-Proud Boy Jason Kessler. People affiliated with the Proud Boys have also been charged and convicted in connection to the January 6 insurrection, including a Kernersville native described as a “high-ranking” Proud Boy, Charles Donohoe, who pleaded guilty to conspiracy.
The group in Sanford wore patches and waved flags reading “Cape Fear Proud Boys” on them.
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2022-11-04T03:12:39+00:00
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cbs42.com
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https://www.cbs42.com/news/national/proud-boys-came-to-fight-at-north-carolina-drag-brunch/
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Matt Kuchar shoots 2-under 69 in round four of the CJ CUP in South Carolina
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October 23, 2022
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October 23, 2022
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Matt Kuchar birdies on No. 15 at THE CJ CUP
In the opening round of THE CJ CUP in South Carolina 2022, Matt Kuchar makes a 6-foot birdie putt on the par-4 15th hole.
In his final round at the CJ CUP in South Carolina, Matt Kuchar hit 11 of 14 fairways and 13 of 18 greens in regulation, finishing at 5 under for the tournament. Kuchar finished his day tied for 29th at 5 under; Rory McIlroy is in 1st at 17 under; Kurt Kitayama is in 2nd at 16 under; and K.H. Lee is in 3rd at 15 under.
After a 293 yard drive on the 595-yard par-5 second, Kuchar chipped his third shot to 5 feet, which he rolled for one-putt birdie on the hole. This moved Kuchar to 1 under for the round.
At the 195-yard par-3 seventh, Kuchar hit a tee shot 187 yards at the green, setting himself up for the 10-foot putt for birdie. This moved Kuchar to 3 under for the round.
Kuchar got a bogey on the 490-yard par-4 11th, getting on the green in 3 and two putting, moving Kuchar to 2 under for the round.
On the par-4 16th, Kuchar's 96 yard approach to 6 feet set himself up for the birdie on the hole. This moved Kuchar to 3 under for the round.
At the 445-yard par-4 18th, Kuchar got on in 2 and missed his par putt from 6 feet, finishing with a 3-putt bogey. This moved Kuchar to 2 under for the round.
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2022-10-24T17:18:37+00:00
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pgatour.com
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https://www.pgatour.com/roundrecap/2023/the-cj-cup-in-south-carolina/round-4/matt-kuchar.html
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CINCINNATI, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP announced today that it has launched an ancillary business, Precision eControl, which will further assist companies in their ability to take control of their online and brick-and-mortar channels.
Vorys created a new category of service when it launched its Vorys eControl practice in 2014. The practice revolutionized the ways in which companies can protect their brand value both online and offline. Precision eControl, a dedicated technology and software-as-a-service business, helps brands maintain channel control, protect brand value, and increase online sales.
"For years, brand protection vendors have played whack-a-mole and struggled to drive measurable business outcomes," said Whitney Gibson, chair and founder of Vorys' eControl practice. "The purpose of the Precision eControl platform is to move the industry forward by providing data analytics and tools to help brands execute precise tactics that drive measurable impact on important business KPIs. The lessons we have learned in this space regarding the value of precision analytics and actions are significant. Precision eControl hired best-in-class data analytics and software leaders to bring these benefits directly to its clients."
The unique platform provides precision insights to identify online activity disrupting business KPIs, analytics to focus enforcement actions where they will have the greatest financial impact, and proprietary measurement to demonstrate commercial results for brands.
"Our team has worked extremely hard to deliver a robust and data-driven resource for brands to simply and quickly understand how to regain control of sales and brand value," said Blake Burrus, CEO of Precision eControl. "Consolidating channel control efforts into a comprehensive ecosystem allows eCommerce owners to operate with greater efficiency and deliver meaningful ROI."
To learn more about Precision eControl, visit precisionecontrol.com.
About Vorys eControl: Vorys eControl is an interdisciplinary team of lawyers, brand protection professionals, investigators, technologists and data analysts that designs, implements and executes online sales control solutions focused on driving brand growth and brand value. Vorys eControl has helped more than 600 brands, including some of the world's largest companies across numerous product categories, to stop unauthorized sales, diversion and infringements, mitigate channel conflict and preserve brand value in today's eCommerce age. Learn more at vorysecontrol.com.
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2022-11-15T17:13:07+00:00
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wsfa.com
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https://www.wsfa.com/prnewswire/2022/11/15/new-precision-econtrol-platform-helps-brands-manage-their-sales-channels/
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Last week, CNN reported on the existence of a recording, taped at Donald Trump’s golf club in New Jersey, in which the former president is heard talking to writers working on a book from Trump’s former chief of staff. In the recording, Trump made note of a document in his possession that was classified, a significant admission given the indictment handed down against him this week.
Hours after news of the indictment broke on Thursday, CNN published excerpts from the conversation.
“Secret. This is secret information. Look, look at this,” Trump says, according to CNN. “This was done by the military and given to me.”
Understandably, much of the focus on that quote has centered on the first part, in which Trump tells a visitor to his club about classified material. But what’s more broadly telling is the second part: where he says that the document was “given to me.”
The military did not give that document to Donald Trump, the guy sitting at Bedminster on the day the recording was made. The military gave that document to the president of the United States, to inform his decision-making on some national security issues. At the moment the document was handed over to the president, the person who received it happened to be Trump.
Trump’s failure to understand that distinction — between himself and the office he was granted — is at the heart of nearly every crisis that he’s faced since.
When Trump won election in 2016, it was unusual in a number of ways. An underrecognized one was that he didn’t come to the presidency through the normal channels. There was no career in which he had sought other offices and scrambled past opponents. There were no years seeing how policy was crafted or strengthening his understanding of the history and function of government institutions.
His supporters saw this as a strength: This was a guy not beholden to The Swamp! He would come shake things up! And then he got into office and tried to do things that legislators and the courts recognized were outside of his purview, and he got more than one smack on the hand as a result. Eventually, through some combination of indifference and inexperience, he just let Congress bring him bills to tout, sign and spin.
But being an outsider meant he had no interest in rules governing the behavior of a president. The Hatch Act, which limits the use of government resources for politicking? LOL, sure. The guy used the White House for his 2020 convention. He tried to get Ukraine to announce an investigation into former vice president Joe Biden by withholding a state visit, if not military assistance. He understood the power of the presidency but not the checks on it. And when he learned about those checks, there was no personal history of understanding why they were there and important, so he despised them.
Trump did not see the presidency as an enduring position in which he was granted the right to serve by the public. He saw it as another title held by Donald Trump. And so when the public told him in 2020 that they were revoking that right, he did everything in his presidential power to prevent that from happening. Happily, it came up short, but there was a cost.
So in mid-January 2021, Trump had to pack up the White House. And in doing so, it seems, he looked around for the stuff he wanted to keep, put it in boxes and had it shipped to Mar-a-Lago.
We know this is how he behaved in general. Another of his various former chiefs of staff told CNN last year that, from time to time during meetings, Trump would ask if he could keep the material that he was presented.
“In my experience, the intelligence briefers most often would say, well, sir, we prefer to take that back,” Mick Mulvaney told CNN’s Erin Burnett — “but sometimes they forgot.”
Those documents were being shared by one part of the government with the president, another part of the government. Not to mention that, in this specific case, it’s hard to fathom why Trump would want the material. He was understood to be adverse to reading the briefings he received; are we to assume that he was doing some extracurricular boning up on the issues?
This indifference to understanding the presidency as one cog in the machinery of governance is not unique to Trump, of course. Many Americans share the idea that the president is superior to other branches, in part as a function of the way the president is elected. It is incumbent upon those within government or appreciative of the complex way in which it holds itself to account to defend that process.
Trump had no interest in treating checks on his power as legitimate. He actively stoked the idea that those checks — from impeachment or law enforcement investigation in particular — were themselves being vile and corrupt. His supporters and allies in right-wing media, eager to curry favor and enjoy the sunlight of his attention, competed among themselves to reinforce those attacks. This was sometimes framed as a defense of the presidency but was really a defense of Donald Trump, the central star in the right-wing solar system.
So here we are. Trump was given documents and so he kept them. Then, when the National Archives and Records Administration asked that he return those documents — since they belonged not to him but to the presidency — he told them to pound sand. Ultimately, the government’s law enforcement arm had to come down to Mar-a-Lago to collect them.
That document Trump showed those writers was literally given to him, yes. But so was the presidency. And then America wanted both back.
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2023-06-09T13:36:38+00:00
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High school football coach on leave for allegedly putting players through strenuous workout
HEATH, Texas (WFAA) - A high school football coach in Texas has been put on administrative leave after a number of players reportedly required medical attention after a strenuous workout last week.
Rockwall-Heath High School, near Dallas, sent out a letter this week confirming multiple football players were hospitalized or needed medical care after an off-season workout led by coach John Harrell.
Harrell allegedly forced the athletes to do more than 300 push-ups in an hour.
Some participants reportedly were diagnosed with rhabdo, a serious condition that can even be fatal, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
According to the CDC, the condition involves damaged muscle tissue releasing proteins into a person’s bloodstream.
However, at least one of the players has come to the coach’s defense.
Junior Brady Luff said no one was forced to do the workout and that it was nothing out of the ordinary. He said the players were free to take breaks and drink water as needed.
The high school said it has hired a third party to investigate the incident.
Coach Harrell did not immediately comment regarding the situation.
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2023-01-13T21:42:15+00:00
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Google, Twitter, Facebook and other tech companies fueled by social media have dodged a legal threat that could have blown a huge hole in their business models.
The U.S. Supreme Court delivered the reprieve Thursday by rejecting one lawsuit alleging social media platforms should be held liable for enabling a lethal attack on a Turkish nightclub and tossing another case back to a lower court.
Those moves, coming three months after the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the cases, preserve a law known as Section 230 that shields social media services from being held responsible for the material posted on their platforms.
Without the protection consisting of a mere 26 words tucked inside a broader reform of U.S. telecommunications adopted in 1996, Google, Facebook and other tech companies probably wouldn’t have been able to have grown as large as they are now. And their future prospects would dim if their platforms were stripped of their legal immunity.
But just because the Supreme Court sidestepped the prickly issue for now doesn’t mean there won’t be other cases brought that could result in adverse decisions down the line. This year’s high-profile oral arguments on the issue also highlighted the widely held feeling that Congress should revisit a law that was adopted before Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg was even a teenager.
“We really don’t know about these things. You know, these are not like the nine greatest experts on the internet,” Justice Elena Kagan said of herself and her colleagues during February’s oral arguments, while adding that the matter may be best addressed by U.S. lawmakers.
WHAT IS SECTION 230?
If a news site falsely calls you a swindler, you can sue the publisher for libel. But if someone posts that on Facebook, you can’t sue the company — just the person who posted it.
That’s thanks to Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act, which states that “no provider or user of an interactive computer service shall be treated as the publisher or speaker of any information provided by another information content provider.”
That legal phrase shields companies that can host trillions of messages from being sued into oblivion by anyone who feels wronged by something someone else has posted — whether their complaint is legitimate or not.
Politicians on both sides of the aisle have argued, for different reasons, that Twitter, Facebook and other social media platforms have abused that protection and should lose their immunity — or at least have to earn it by satisfying requirements set by the government.
Section 230 also allows social platforms to moderate their services by removing posts that, for instance, are obscene or violate the services’ own standards, so long as they are acting in “good faith.”
WHERE DID SECTION 230 COME FROM?
The measure’s history dates back to the 1950s, when bookstore owners were being held liable for selling books containing “obscenity,” which is not protected by the First Amendment. One case eventually made it to the Supreme Court, which held that it created a “chilling effect” to hold someone liable for someone else’s content.
That meant plaintiffs had to prove that bookstore owners knew they were selling obscene books, said Jeff Kosseff, the author of “The Twenty-Six Words That Created the Internet,” a book about Section 230.
Fast-forward a few decades to when the commercial internet was taking off with services like CompuServe and Prodigy. Both offered online forums, but CompuServe chose not to moderate its, while Prodigy, seeking a family-friendly image, did.
CompuServe was sued over that, and the case was dismissed. Prodigy, however, got in trouble. The judge in their case ruled that “they exercised editorial control — so you’re more like a newspaper than a newsstand,” Kosseff said.
That didn’t sit well with politicians, who worried that outcome would discourage newly forming internet companies from moderating at all. And Section 230 was born.
“Today it protects both from liability for user posts as well as liability for any claims for moderating content,” Kosseff said.
WHAT HAPPENS IF SECTION 230 GOES AWAY?
“The primary thing we do on the internet is we talk to each other. It might be email, it might be social media, might be message boards, but we talk to each other. And a lot of those conversations are enabled by Section 230, which says that whoever’s allowing us to talk to each other isn’t liable for our conversations,” said Eric Goldman, a professor at Santa Clara University specializing in internet law. “The Supreme Court could easily disturb or eliminate that basic proposition and say that the people allowing us to talk to each other are liable for those conversations. At which point they won’t allow us to talk to each other anymore.”
There are two possible outcomes. Platforms might get more cautious, as Craigslist did following the 2018 passage of a sex-trafficking law that carved out an exception to Section 230 for material that “promotes or facilitates prostitution.” Craigslist quickly removed its “personals” section, which wasn’t intended to facilitate sex work, altogether. But the company didn’t want to take any chances.
“If platforms were not immune under the law, then they would not risk the legal liability that could come with hosting Donald Trump’s lies, defamation, and threats,” said Kate Ruane, former senior legislative counsel for the American Civil Liberties Union who now works for PEN America.
Another possibility: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other platforms could abandon moderation altogether and let the lowest common denominator prevail.
Such unmonitored services could easily end up dominated by trolls, like 8chan, a site that was infamous for graphic and extremist content.
Any change to Section 230 is likely to have ripple effects on online speech around the globe.
“The rest of the world is cracking down on the internet even faster than the U.S.,” Goldman said. “So we’re a step behind the rest of the world in terms of censoring the internet. And the question is whether we can even hold out on our own.”
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AP Technology Writer Michael Liedtke contributed to this story.
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Highlighting the industry's most extensive portfolio of telecom solutions and differentiated laser chips for next generation mega data centers
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumentum Holdings Inc. ("Lumentum"), a market-leading designer and manufacturer of innovative optical and photonic products, announced it will participate in eco-system partner demonstrations and highlight a comprehensive portfolio of optical communication solutions for current and future network applications at the European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC) in Basel, Switzerland, from September 18 - 22, 2022 at the Lumentum stand #516 and OIF partner stand #701.
Lumentum offers an unparalleled suite of 100 to 800 Gbps optical components to customers looking for best-in-class coherent products. The company's portfolio provides performance-optimized discrete components, narrow linewidth lasers, high-baud rate coherent modulators and receivers, as well as integrated components for QSFP-DD, OSFP, CFP2, and other small-form-factor pluggable coherent transceivers.
- Ultra-narrow Linewidth Nano-Integrable Tunable Laser Assembly (nITLA): Lumentum continues to scale production of its nITLA product line, leveraging the advantages of its external-cavity-based laser into a compact form factor critical for coherent modules. The low power consumption, superior phase noise performance, and compact size ensure the nITLA can support long reach and higher baud rate applications for the next generation of coherent transmission systems.
- Digital Coherent Optics (DCO) Modules: Leveraging its industry-leading optics and depth of vertical integration, Lumentum delivers DCO modules for customers seeking turnkey solutions that support transmission rates from 100 to 400 Gbps. Lumentum effectively balances cost, power, and performance using open standard and proprietary FEC to support campus, data center interconnect (DCI), long-haul, and metro-ROADM mesh network applications.
- Tunable Transceivers: Lumentum is in the final stages of completing a significant increase in 10G T-SFP+ manufacturing capacity to support multi-service operators' transition from hybrid fiber coax to distributed access architecture. Upgrading to a single tunable module from fixed modules simplifies service providers' logistical management and reduces overall operational costs. Lumentum's tunable transceiver portfolio also includes TSFP28 solutions that support 25G data rates for expanded capacity, placing it in a leading position to fulfill market demand for these products in 5G wireless fronthaul applications.
- 400ZR Interoperability Demo: Lumentum will demonstrate 400ZR transceivers in switch/router ports and test equipment in both QSFP-DD and OSFP form factors, transmitting over an amplified 75 GHz spaced DWDM optical link compliant with the OIF 400ZR Implementation Agreement (IA). Lumentum 400ZR transceivers provide connectivity in DCI and other applications at a data rate of 400 Gbps. The electrical, thermal, and communications interfaces comply with the OIF 400ZR IA and QSFP-DD/OSFP MSAs and work with the current generation of switches and routers supporting QSFP-DD and OSFP transceivers enabling direct IP over DWDM for customers looking to expand capacity and reach.
- CMIS Implementations Demo: Additionally, Lumentum 400ZR transceivers will be demonstrating the new benefits of CMIS control through firmware upgrades via common data block commands and coherent diagnostics via the flexible coherent CMIS versatile diagnostic monitoring interface.
Enhanced and Expanded Telecom Transport Solutions
- Multiplexers, Demultiplexers, and Multicast Switches: Lumentum offers a complete line of multiplexer, demultiplexer, and multicast switch solutions as part of its comprehensive line subsystems portfolio.
- High-Port-Count TrueFlex® Twin WSS Platform: Lumentum's Twin WSS platform offers enhanced performance. Advancements to its core technology, manufacturing processes, and supply chain robustness drive cost-effective volume production within Lumentum's state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. The platform delivers a uniformly high standard of performance and supports multiple port configurations. As the platform maintains form factor compatibility with existing products, customers can rejuvenate and refresh their system's capabilities over its lifecycle for the decade ahead.
Hyperscale data centers continue to scale, driving demand for next-generation speeds. Lumentum offers a range of laser solutions to address data center networking, artificial intelligence and machine learning cluster networking, and optical I/O needs.
- 200G PAM4 Externally-Modulated Lasers (EMLs): By leveraging Lumentum's EML chips, customers can deliver high-speed modules in high volumes while reducing costs and power per bit. Lumentum's leading-edge 200G EMLs are sampling today and are expected to be in volume production by early 2023.
- 100G PAM4 Directly-Modulated Lasers (DMLs): Designed for rigorous and cost-effective applications, Lumentum's DMLs for 2x400G FR4 and 400G DR4/FR4, and 800G DR8/PSM8 improve bandwidth from previous generations. These compact chips enable lower costs and complexity relative to comparable silicon photonics-based transceivers. Beta samples are available today.
- CW Lasers: Lumentum is sampling a range of optical power CW lasers to support SiPh-based transceiver applications and external laser sources (ELS) for co-packaged optics (CPO) solutions. Utilizing Lumentum's leading indium phosphide technology platform, Lumentum offers high volume 40 mW CW lasers. Additionally, the company's new 75 mW laser integrates an on-chip semiconductor optical amplifier, allowing it to cover 2x100G lanes at high temperatures for next-generation datacenter applications. With its 350 mW ultra-high-power CW lasers, Lumentum is a leading provider of CPO applications; limited sampling is available today.
- Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers (VCSELs): Beta samples of Lumentum's 100G VCSELs are expected to be available in 2023 at 850 nm, 880 nm, 910 nm, and 940 nm wavelengths and support parallel and shortwave wavelength division multiplexing applications, including 64GFC and 128GFC, extended temperature 50 Gbps, and cost-effective active optical cables. For 25G NRZ and 50G PAM4 applications at 850 nm wavelength, Lumentum's VCSELs are available today and shipping in volume with high production capacity to meet strong cloud market demand. In addition, Lumentum's high bandwidth, wide wavelength range indium gallium arsenide PIN photodiodes for multimode receivers at data rates up to 100 Gbps are available today.
To request samples or learn more about Lumentum's solutions and technology, contact a representative at customer.service@lumentum.com.
Lumentum (NASDAQ: LITE) is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of innovative optical and photonic products enabling optical networking and laser applications worldwide. Lumentum optical components and subsystems are part of virtually every type of telecom, enterprise, and data center network. Lumentum lasers enable advanced manufacturing techniques and diverse applications including next-generation 3D sensing capabilities. Lumentum is headquartered in San Jose, California with R&D, manufacturing, and sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.lumentum.com and follow Lumentum on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Makoto Shinkai was never the same filmmaker after the 2011 earthquake struck Japan.
When the tsunami and quake ravaged the Tōhoku region of northern Japan and prompted a nuclear meltdown, Shinkai, a now 50-year-old director and animator of some of the most popular anime features in the world, could feel his sense of storytelling crumbling.
“The shock to me was that the daily life that we had become accustomed to in Japan can suddenly be severed without any warning whatsoever,” says Shinkai. “I had this odd, foreboding feeling that that could happen again and again. I began to think about how I wanted to tell stories within this new reality.”
The three blockbusters that have followed by Shinkai — “Your Name,”“Weathering With You” and the new release “Suzume” — have each tethered hugely emotional tales to ecological disaster. In “Your Name,” a meteor threatens to demolish a village, an event that dovetails with a body-switching romance. In “Weathering With You,” a runaway teenage boy befriends a Tokyo girl who can control the weather, spawning fluctuations that mirror climate change.
“Suzume,” which opens in U.S. theaters Friday, returns to the earthquake of 2011. Suzume, whose mother perished in the tsunami, years later meets a mysterious young man responsible for racing to close portals — literal doorways that appear around Japan — before they unleash a giant, earthquake-causing worm.
“With these three films, I didn’t set out to make a disaster movie. I wanted to tell a love story, a romance, a coming-of-age of an adolescent girl,” Shinkai said on a recent trip to New York, speaking through an interpreter. “As I continued to make the plot, this idea of disaster kept creeping in. Suddenly, I felt surrounded in my daily life by disaster. It’s like a door that keeps opening.”
Shinkai has emerged as one of cinema’s most imaginative filmmakers of contemporary cataclysm. His movies aren’t just about surviving apocalypse, though, but living with its omnipresent threat. And it’s made him one of the biggest box-office draws in movies.
After it was released in 2016, “Your Name” became the then-best-selling anime of all time, dethroning Hayao Miyazaki’s beloved “Spirited Away” with nearly $400 million in ticket sales. “Weathering With You” made nearly $200 million. Before opening in North America, “Suzume” has already crossed $200 million, including $100 million in Japan and nearly that in China. It’s easily the biggest international release of the year so far in China, more than doubling the sales of “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.”
Much of that success is owed to Shinkai’s earnest grappling with today’s ecological upheaval in sprawling epics that are filtered through everyday life. National trauma mixes with supernatural fantasy. While Japan has been home to many extreme geological events, it’s a tension that most in the world can increasingly connect with.
“It can be anything: earthquakes, climate change, the pandemic. Russia and Ukraine, for an example,” says Shinkai. “This idea that our daily life will continue to maintain the status quo should be set aside and challenged.”
Shinkai, who writes and directs his films, has become convinced that young people shouldn’t be pandered to with stories where the natural world is heroically returned to balance, calling such approaches “egotistic and irresponsible.” Instead, his disasters take on metaphorical meaning for young protagonists who learn to persist, and find joy, in a world of perpetual danger, shadowed by loss.
His latest, which was the first anime in competition at the Berlin Film Festiva l in two decades, is a road movie where the 17-year-old Suzume (voiced by Nanoka Hara) travels from the the southwestern island of Kyushu with that mysterious young man, Souta (Hokuto Matsumura), who happens to get transformed into a three-legged chair while closing a portal.
As a wooden sidekick, Souta recalls a Miyazaki side character like the hopping scarecrow of “Howl’s Moving Castle.” But Shinkai, who’s often been cited as among the heirs to Miyazaki, says his film is no homage. But he grants Miyazaki’s influence is so pervasive in Japanese society that it seeps into everything. He imagines Suzume, herself, grew up on his films.
Shinkai liked the symbolism of a chair, something we use every day. His father made him one as a child. While promoting “Suzume,” Shinkai has traveled with a chair just like the one in the movie, packing it in a suitcase, bringing it with him on stage and occasionally taking pictures of it at places like Times Square or the Museum of Natural History.
“I’ve picked very daily items — a door, a chair — that are perhaps relatable to a wide range of audiences,” he says. “This symbolism of the door, I think people are able to translate to their own story. We start thinking about: How do we maintain our daily routine?”
Shinkai is known for photorealistic panoramas of glittering splendor. As much as doorways make up the iconography of “Suzume,” the most indelible image is one he uses at the beginning and end of the film. Suzume rides her bike on a steep hill with a sparkling ocean set behind her. The waters below, which to her could signify the tsunami that left her an orphan, are at once gorgeous and perilous.
“In a weird way, I feel that with ‘Your Name’ and ‘Weathering With You’ and ‘Suzume’ that I’m creating this sort of folklore or mythology,” Shinkai says. “In mythology or these ancient legends, what they’re doing is taking real-life events and transforming it into a story that can relayed to others.”
Whether Shinkai will continue on this quest in his next film he doesn’t know. It’s a blank slate, he says. But he doesn’t close the door.
“As I continue to make more stories,” he says, smiling, “that door might start creaking open again.”
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2023-04-10T22:36:14+00:00
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Complaint details Gemini's flawed cybersecurity practices and faulty API - which included a single point of failure— that ultimately led to customer cryptocurrencies being accessed and stolen off the Gemini exchange
NEW YORK, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IRA Financial Trust (IRA), a leading platform for self-directed retirement and pension accounts, has filed a lawsuit against Gemini Trust Company (Gemini), a cryptocurrency exchange and custodian, following a February 2022 theft of $36 million of crypto assets in Gemini's custody belonging to customers' retirement accounts.
Gemini Trust Company was founded and is owned by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss.
IRA Financial Trust has been working to find resolution for its impacted customers since this incident occurred and is pledging to use the proceeds from the lawsuit to reimburse IRA Financial customers impacted by the February 8, 2022, incident.
As stated in the complaint, the lawsuit, IRA Financial Trust v. Gemini Trust Company, LLC, alleges that the Gemini cryptocurrency exchange platform did not have proper safeguards in place to protect customer crypto assets. The lawsuit also claims that Gemini failed to freeze accounts within a sufficient timeframe immediately following the incident, allowing the criminals to continue moving funds out of customers' accounts on the Gemini exchange after IRA notified Gemini.
The lawsuit further outlines Gemini's alleged lack of transparency with its cybersecurity protocols—noting the Gemini Cryptocurrency Exchange platform's API was designed with only a single point of failure, as stated in the complaint.
The lawsuit alleges the following:
- "Gemini boasts of supposedly industry leading security protections, such as two-factor authentication, 'whitelisting' withdrawal addresses, and fraud detection algorithms. Gemini says that these protections, among others, 'eliminate single points of failure.'" (p. 1)
- "IRA selected Gemini as the exchange to secure customers' crypto assets largely because of Gemini's detailed statements about its industry-leading focus on security." (p. 2)
- "Under IRA's arrangement with Gemini, Gemini directly onboarded all customers through Gemini's systems." (p. 2)
- "Gemini established and maintained the security protocols used to safeguard crypto assets on its exchange, from conducting the Know Your Customer diligence during Gemini's onboarding process, to developing, deploying, monitoring, and updating the various security measures listed on its website." (p. 2-3)
- "Gemini strongly pressured IRA to switch from using Gemini's web-based platform to the Gemini API—Application Programming Interface—which Gemini said would streamline the process of onboarding customers." (p. 3)
- "Contrary to Gemini's many representations about security, Gemini designed its API with a single point of failure. If breached, this single point of failure allowed a bad actor to steal all crypto assets held by the customers of an institutional customer, like IRA." (p. 3)
- "Gemini set up the customer accounts such that IRA was the 'master' account and all of Gemini's IRA customers were sub-account holders under the IRA account. As part of this system, Gemini provided IRA with a 'master key.' …[W]hoever possesses the master key can bypass all the supposed security protections." (p. 3)
- "Critically, Gemini never informed IRA about the power of this master key. To the contrary, Gemini itself handled IRA's master key as if it was a mundane piece of information, repeatedly exchanging unsecured, unencrypted emails with IRA containing the master key." (p. 3)
- "[N]ot only did Gemini's system harbor a single-point-of-failure, but it also contained a sweeping vulnerability that allowed for a breach of a single customer account to metastasize across all accounts." (p. 4)
- "Unbeknownst to IRA, hackers were able to gain control of IRA's master key by committing crimes. Once the hackers had the master key, they were able to exploit the vulnerabilities in Gemini's API to effectuate thousands of transactions within a very short period, transferring tens of millions of dollars' worth of Bitcoin and Ether into a single customer retirement account, and then withdrawing all such assets." (p. 4)
- "Had Gemini's representations about security protections such as two-factor authentication been true, the transfers could not have been made. Nor would the transfers have been possible had there been a prohibition on transferring assets between retirement accounts – there is never a legitimate reason for one retirement account to transfer funds to another person's retirement account." (p. 4)
- "Gemini permitted these transfers to occur and, contrary to its representations, did not detect them with anti-fraud systems. Amazingly, it was IRA that had to alert Gemini—the so-called leader in safeguarding crypto-assets—of the obvious fraud occurring on Gemini's platform." (p. 5)
- "And IRA did not have the ability to freeze crypto accounts. Thus, once IRA discovered the hack, it was left to frantically email Gemini—again and again—to get all accounts frozen. Remarkably, it took six emails from IRA and nearly two hours for Gemini to freeze all customer accounts. In the interim, millions of dollars in crypto assets were stolen." (p. 5)
IRA is represented in the lawsuit by Eric Ostroff and Barry Kamar of Meland Budwick, P.A.
"IRA Financial filed this lawsuit because, contrary to Gemini's many public statements about how it prioritizes security, Gemini's platform inexplicably had a single point of failure that allowed criminals to steal tens of millions of dollars of crypto assets from customer retirement accounts," said Ostroff. "This lawsuit seeks to remedy the massive damage that IRA suffered. IRA looks forward to proving its claims in court."
IRA Financial Trust Company is a regulated South Dakota Trust Company of self-directed retirement accounts.
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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Williamsburg Therapy Group is pleased to announce the reopening of its highly sought-after substance use disorder program, which was temporarily closed during the pandemic.
Effective November 1, 2022, patients will once again be able to access Brooklyn's first high-end, comprehensive, outpatient rehab program and get care from doctoral-level psychologists and psychiatrists.
"The past few years have been incredibly stressful on all of us. As a result, relapse and increased use have been on the rise in order to cope with the overwhelming and unpredictable nature of life. We are thrilled to re-launch The Program. Timing has never been more of the essence," said Dr. Daniel Selling, CEO of Williamsburg Therapy Group.
The program is aimed at helping individuals struggling with substance use disorder find relief and achieve their own recovery goals. The program includes a full package of services, including individual therapy, group therapy, family work, mindfulness practices, body work, and accountability practices. Each month patients receive more than 40 hours of clinical services for one monthly fee, with a focus on tailoring treatment to the specific needs of each client.
For more information about our substance use disorder program click here.
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Paul Clarke
Elkordy Global
paul@elkordyglobal.com
The Williamsburg Therapy Group is a collective of mental health doctors in Brooklyn, NYC, and Austin, TX. We assist members of each community we serve by providing therapy for individuals, couples, families, and children. We offer specialized psychotherapies designed to address anxiety, depression, addiction, and more.
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2022-10-14T18:36:25+00:00
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wymt.com
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https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2022/10/14/williamsburg-therapy-group-reopens-substance-use-disorder-program-brooklyn/
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SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) _ SunPower Corp. (SPWR) on Thursday reported a loss of $27.9 million in its first quarter.
The San Jose, California-based company said it had a loss of 16 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, were 2 cents per share.
The results fell short of Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of six analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 3 cents per share.
The solar products and services company posted revenue of $350.3 million in the period. Its adjusted revenue was $336.1 million, topping Street forecasts. Eight analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $333.8 million.
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This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on SPWR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/SPWR
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2022-05-05T22:16:50+00:00
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sfgate.com
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https://www.sfgate.com/business/article/SunPower-Q1-Earnings-Snapshot-17151742.php
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ESCONDIDO, Calif., Feb. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Bridge Group Investments, founded by the Mersho Family in 2004, and Steerpoint Capital announced that they have closed on an acquisition of the North County Mall in Escondido, California.
Situated on almost 83 acres in northern San Diego County, the North County Mall offers more than 1.25 million square feet of retail space, anchored by Target, Macy's and JCPenney. It also includes a wide range of high-quality entertainment, fitness, and retail offerings, including 24 Hour Fitness, Forever 21, H&M, BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse, Black Angus Steakhouse, On the Border and more.
The North County Mall is the fourth property that Bridge Group Investments and affiliates have acquired in the past six months with support from Steerpoint Capital. The firms closed on The Shops at Montebello in Montebello in April 2022, the Antelope Valley Mall in Palmdale in Dec. 2022, and the Northridge Mall in Salinas in Dec. 2022. All four acquisitions are part of Steerpoint Capital's strategy to build a high-yield portfolio with significant, risk-adjusted returns.
"We took our family business from one storefront to more than 170 across the United States, so we know firsthand what it takes to be successful in the retail space," said George Mersho, Managing Partner of Bridge Group Investments. "That's why we have such robust confidence in Steerpoint Capital's strategy. They understand that consumer expectations for retail spaces are undergoing a fundamental shift, and like us, they believe that there's a unique opportunity to reinvigorate properties and create significant returns."
Steerpoint Capital is a Black-owned investment management firm led by Managing Partner Bo Okoroji, who previously served as the Head of U.S. Investments at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) and held multiple senior roles at Simon Property Group. Over the course of his career, Okoroji has participated in more than $11 billion worth of commercial real estate transactions. He currently serves as an advisory board member for CREUnited, an alliance convened by Walker & Dunlop focused on increasing assets under management by minorities.
"Acquiring the North County Mall is especially significant for me, given my tenure at URW and how familiar I am personally with the asset," said Okoroji. "Thanks to its location in Escondido along the I-15 and its leading retail, dining, fitness, and entertainment offerings, we're confident that the North County Mall can be positioned as a vibrant community hub as well as a dominant player in the regional retail marketplace."
About Bridge Group Investments
Bridge Group Investment is the family office for the Mersho family, led by George Mersho and Ralph Mersho. Since its founding in 2004, Bridge Group Investment has invested more than $400 million in retail, industrial and multifamily real estate and has facilitated $1.2 billion in transactions. The Mersho family opened Shoe Palace in 1993, growing the business through hard work and ingenuity from a single brick-and-mortar location to a chain of more than 170 stores across the Southwest.
About Steerpoint Capital (SPC)
Steerpoint Capital is a commercial real estate investment management and advisory firm focused on executing value-add and opportunistic real estate strategies. Equipped with capital commitments from a diverse pool of partners, ranging from family offices and domestic and international investment funds, SPC's current strategy focuses on executing adaptive reuse conversions and retail repositioning opportunities in high-demand markets within Southern California and Sunbelt States. For more information visit Steerpointcapital.com.
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2023-02-11T06:57:05+00:00
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kswo.com
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https://www.kswo.com/prnewswire/2023/02/10/bridge-group-investments-steerpoint-capital-announce-acquisition-north-county-mall/
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VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - The candidate who was left off the ballot in three Vigo County precincts says he will not contest the election results.
On Tuesday, we told you that the Independent candidate for Indiana House District 45, Cody Alsman, did not appear on the ballots in Linton, Prairie Creek and Prairieton townships.
Alsman was running against incumbent Republican Bruce Borders.
The Vigo County clerk has yet to say what exactly led to the error.
Alsman says he is disappointed, but any votes he may have lost in those three precincts would not have changed the final result.
He says he has not heard from the county clerk directly, but he did speak with the election board.
Alsman says the board apologized for the error. He says he is grateful for his supporters and still believes in the election system.
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2022-11-09T17:51:18+00:00
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wthitv.com
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https://www.wthitv.com/news/the-candidate-incorrectly-left-off-of-the-ballot-in-three-vigo-co-precincts-wont-contest/article_34d76f7e-603e-11ed-852d-8badf548986f.html
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