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NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of TG Therapeutics, Inc..
Shareholders who purchased shares of TGTX during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
CLASS PERIOD: January 15, 2020 to May 31, 2022
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) clinical trials revealed significant concerns related to the benefit-risk ratio and overall survival data of the Company's therapeutic product candidates, Ublituximab and Umbralisib; (ii) accordingly, it was unlikely that the Company would be able to obtain approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of the Umbralisib marginal zone lymphoma and follicular lymphoma New Drug Application, the Biologics License Application for Ublituximab in combination with Umbralisib, the supplemental New Drug Application for Ublituximab in combination with Umbralisib, or the Ublituximab relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis Biologics License Application in their current forms; (iii) as a result, the Company had significantly overstated Ublituximab and Umbralisib's clinical and/or commercial prospects; and (iv) therefore, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: September 16, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/tg-therapeutics-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=31642&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of TGTX during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is September 16, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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As part of Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June, she appeared in a skit with an animated Paddington Bear. Both said they kept a marmalade sandwich on hand for emergencies.
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As part of Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June, she appeared in a skit with an animated Paddington Bear. Both said they kept a marmalade sandwich on hand for emergencies.
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The first new abortion ban passed by a state legislature since the overturning of Roe v. Wade this summer is set to take effect Thursday in Indiana.
Indiana lawmakers passed legislation banning most abortions in a special session in early August. It includes narrow exceptions for rape, incest, and certain serious medical complications and emergencies.
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, a Republican, issued a statement soon after lawmakers approved the bill saying he was signing it into law as part of a promise he'd made "to support legislation that made progress in protecting life." Holcomb said the law includes "carefully negotiated exceptions to address some of the unthinkable circumstances a woman or unborn child might face."
Reproductive rights groups including the ACLU, Planned Parenthood, and others are challenging Indiana's law in state court. A hearing in that case is set for Sept. 19, four days after the law's effective date.
For now, abortion providers in the state will not be able to offer the procedure in most situations. In a statement, Whole Woman's Health of South Bend said it would be forced to stop providing abortions but would continue operating its clinic there to provide "support to all who seek abortion services, and to continue its activism and organizing to roll back cruel, unjust anti-abortion laws."
The group also noted that affiliates in other several other states, including neighboring Illinois, will continue to offer medication abortion where the pills are legal and to help patients travel for abortions.
The ban will affect patients well beyond Indiana, said Tamarra Wieder, the state director for Planned Parenthood in neighboring Kentucky, where there is currently no abortion access as a result of two anti-abortion laws that took effect after the Supreme Court issued Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization in June. That ruling did away with decades of precedent guaranteeing abortion rights and opened the door for states to prohibit the procedure.
Wieder said Indiana has been the next-closest option for most of her patients seeking abortions. Many will now have to travel to Illinois.
"That's really going to double or even triple the driving time for Kentucky residents seeking abortion care," Wieder said.
Indiana became a center of controversy surrounding abortion rights in the days after the Dobbs decision after Dr. Caitlin Bernard, an Indiana OBGYN, spoke out about providing an abortion to a 10-year-old girl from Ohio who'd become pregnant as a result of rape. The girl was denied an abortion after her home state's so-called "trigger ban," which does not include a rape exception, took effect because of the ruling.
In response, Indiana's Republican attorney general, Todd Rokita, questioned Bernard's credibility and threatened to investigate her, publicly suggesting without evidence that she'd failed to report the procedure. The state later released documents confirming that Bernard had filed the report. Bernard said she faced threats and other forms of harassment in the aftermath of the attention surrounding the case.
Indiana's law is taking effect as West Virginia moves closer to enacting its own new abortion ban. After failing to agree on a bill during multiple special sessions in recent weeks, West Virginia lawmakers approved a proposal in a brief special session on Tuesday. It prohibits most abortions, with a few exceptions for cases of rape, incest, and certain medical complications and would become law as soon as Gov. Jim Justice signs it.
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A trio of progressive Philadelphia City Council members will introduce a package of abortion-related bills this week that would strengthen privacy rules and make it harder for patients and doctors to face trouble under laws passed by other states.
One bill would restrict providers from volunteering information to other states about people who seek abortion care, and another would update the city’s laws to bar employers from discriminating against workers based on reproductive health care decisions.
» READ MORE: What you need to know about the Supreme Court’s Dobbs ruling and the future of abortion rights
The effort follows the U.S. Supreme Court’s June decision overturning Roe v. Wade and ending the federal right to an abortion, which was ostensibly to return control of abortion regulations to the states.
That means Harrisburg and the GOP-controlled legislature wield enormous power over what abortion access looks like in the state. In the face of that shift, local legislators who want to protect access to abortion — now including progressives in Philadelphia — are pushing to strengthen municipal laws.
“We want to send a very clear message that our city will affirmatively protect the rights of women, no matter where they may live, who are seeking their right to have an abortion in Pennsylvania,” said at-large Councilmember Helen Gym, a sponsor of the legislation.
Pennsylvania’s abortion laws did not change after the high court’s decision in June. The procedure is generally legal through about 24 weeks into a pregnancy, though the state’s GOP-controlled legislature has supported further restrictions. Several have been vetoed by the term-limited Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf, and the Republican nominee seeking to replace him has championed a bill that would ban abortion after about six weeks into pregnancy with no exceptions.
» READ MORE: 'We’re at the beginning of a decades-long battle': Planned Parenthood execs gather in Philly to talk abortion access
Democrats statewide have spent much of the summer exploring ways to hedge against future restrictions, or prepare for statutes floated in other states that could apply to people who seek abortion care in Pennsylvania. For example, a bill pending in Missouri would allow private citizens to sue people in other states who help a Missouri resident have an abortion.
Any bill that restricts patients from traveling to another state for an abortion would face certain legal scrutiny. But at-large Councilmember Kendra Brooks, a member of the progressive Working Families Party, contended the city shouldn’t wait and see.
“This is to protect our providers here in Philadelphia,” she said. “We have a responsibility to codify this in city law.”
One of the bills would bar health-care providers or employers from volunteering information to anyone in another state for the purpose of prosecuting or suing someone who is either obtaining or providing an abortion that’s legal in Pennsylvania (unless required by court order). A violation could result in civil penalties.
Another bill, which will be introduced by Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, of West Philadelphia, would explicitly afford patients who receive an abortion that’s legal in Pennsylvania the right to countersue someone in another state who launches legal proceedings against them.
» READ MORE: Four Philadelphia abortion providers talk about what drives them
And a third, which will be introduced by Brooks, would update the city’s workplace discrimination ordinance to add “reproductive health status” as a protected class.
Gauthier said that while it’s unclear what the future of abortion access is in Pennsylvania, the city “can’t leave women’s rights up to chance.”
“We know what Philadelphia’s values are,” she said, “and we have to protect our citizens, regardless of what happens at the state level.”
Some of the legislation is largely symbolic. The group is also introducing a resolution that calls on the administration to restrict the use of any city resources to assist out-of-state investigations or lawsuits related to abortions, launch a public education campaign on available abortion options, and work with clinics to increase safety measures.
Mayor Jim Kenney’s administration recently donated $500,000 in city funds to the Abortion Liberation Fund of Pennsylvania, which provides financial assistance to people seeking abortions in the area. Last month, residents backed by a conservative law firm sued the city, claiming the move violated state law.
The bills will be introduced Thursday, the first Council meeting of the fall session, which will be held virtually.
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Car guy Biden to tout electric vehicles at Detroit auto show
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden, a gearhead with his own vintage Corvette, will showcase his administration’s efforts to promote electric vehicles during a visit to the Detroit auto show.
The Democratic president, who recently took a spin in his pine-green 1967 Stingray with Jay Leno for a segment on CNBC’s “Jay Leno’s Garage,” may get the chance to slide behind the wheel of a new vehicle Wednesday during his stop in Detroit. He doesn’t get many chances anymore in the driver’s seat; he’s not allowed to drive on public roads as president.
But he’s mostly going to the North American International Auto Show to talk shop, plugging the huge new climate, tax and health care law that offers tax incentives for buying electric vehicles.
While Biden has been taking credit for the recent boom in electric vehicle battery and assembly plant announcements, most were in the works long before the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law on Aug. 16. Biden’s 2021 infrastructure legislation could have something to do with it — it provides $5 billion over five years to help states create a network of EV charging stations.
Under the newest law, electric vehicles must be built in North America to be eligible for a new federal tax credit of up to $7,500. Batteries for qualifying vehicles also must be made in North America, and there are requirements for battery minerals to be produced or recycled on the continent. The credits are aimed at creating a U.S. electric vehicle supply chain and ending dependence on other countries, mainly China.
Passage of the measure set off a scramble by automakers to speed up efforts to find North American-made batteries and battery minerals from the U.S., Canada or Mexico to make sure EVs are eligible for the credit.
In April, Ford started building electric pickup trucks at a new Michigan factory. General Motors has revamped an old factory in Detroit to make electric Hummers and pickups.
Long before legislators reached a compromise on the legislation, each company announced three EV battery factories, all joint ventures with battery makers. A GM battery plant in Warren, Ohio, has already started manufacturing. A government loan announced in July will help GM build its battery factories.
Ford said last September it would build the next generation of electric pickups at a plant in Tennessee, and GM has announced EV assembly plants in Lansing, Michigan; Spring Hill, Tennessee; and Orion Township, Michigan. In May, Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, said it would build another joint venture battery factory in Indiana, and it has announced a battery plant in Canada.
Hyundai announced battery and assembly plants in May to be built in Georgia, and Vietnamese automaker VinFast announced factories in North Carolina in July. Honda and Toyota both announced U.S. battery plants after the act was passed, but they had been planned for months.
Biden has been talking for a long time about the importance of building a domestic EV supply chain, and that may have prodded some of the companies to locate factories in the U.S. But it’s also advantageous to build batteries near where EVs will be assembled because the batteries are heavy and costly to ship from overseas.
And auto companies are rolling out more affordable electric options even despite battery costs. The latest came last week from General Motors, a Chevrolet Equinox small SUV. It has a starting price around $30,000 and a range-per-charge of 250 miles, or 400 kilometers. Buyers can get range of 300 miles, or 500 kilometers, if they pay more.
The Equinox checks the North American assembly box. It will be made in Mexico. The company won’t say where the battery will be made but it is working on meeting the other criteria for getting the tax credit.
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Krisher reported from Detroit.
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With children back in school and new iPhones coming out, many parents this fall are thinking of buying a phone -- even a basic phone -- as a good way to reach their children.
But when is the right time?
And how do you know the device you're giving them is safe and won't connect them with inappropriate websites and dangerous people?
Leslie Umbarger was upgrading her iPhone at the AT&T store recently and said her little boy wouldn't be ready for one for a few more years.
"About age 12," she said.
Any younger, she said, and "at that age, they are not really thinking about taking care of it."
Average age for first phone younger than ever
But according to AT&T, the average age for a first phone is getting lower every year.
Austin Godsey of AT&T said, "the trend we've seen the past couple of years is between the age of 9 and 10." ''
That's 5th grade for most children.
Godsey also says most parents today skip the starter flip phone because it doesn't offer enough parental controls.
Smartphones, he says, come with a slew of controls for parents to limit screen time and keep tabs on who their child is texting or talking with.
Each major carrier offers apps for parents to supervise phone use:
- AT&T offers its Secure Family app.
- Verizon has Smart Family.
- T-Mobile offers Family Mode.
With AT&T's parental controls, Godsey demonstrated, "you can see all the caller logs and details."
More importantly, you can locate your child at all times.
"It's really great for a parent to be able to locate their son or daughters' phone," he said, "so they can see where they are and make sure they are safe."
Things to do before giving them a phone
Most parents realize that buying a cell phone for a child is less of a want and more of a need these days.
But tech experts say there are some steps you need to take before giving a child their first device.
Marvin Maldonado of the extended protection company Asurion says age is just a number and that there is no set age to give a child their first phone.
"It's always going to depend on the level of maturity that your child shows for you to be able to sort of unlocking all of that technology for them," he said.
Maldonado suggests easing a child in by starting with just calls and texts.
If they handle that well, he lays, let your child download a favorite app, like YouTube (with parental controls, you control which apps they can have).
Maldonado says:
- Set up the device with your child.
- Always know their password.
- Know which apps are downloaded.
Most importantly, though, is to have a conversation about responsible phone use and social media use.
"Make sure that they know that sharing personal information, phone numbers, addresses is not a practice that they should be doing," he said.
Also, remember, kids will be kids.
That means you should buy a good screen protector and case (don't go cheap) and consider a warranty or protection plan, so you don't waste your money.
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Rachel Recchia and Gabby Windey aren't riding off into the sunset just yet. The first part of The Bachelorette's season finale aired Tuesday, and saw the co-leads narrow down their pool of suitors to one each -- Tino for Rachel and Erich for Gabby.
However, in a preview of the season's conclusion, which is set to air Sept. 20, neither Rachel nor Gabby's relationships are without conflict.
The sneak peek starts out on a positive note, with Rachel gushing to Gabby, "We are literally about to be engaged tomorrow to our dream guys."
For Rachel, Tino is "truly the man of my dreams," as she tells the cameras, "This is the day I've been waiting for my whole life."
That day may not turn out as Rachel hopes, as she tells Tino, " I just really need to tell you something that's been weighing on me."
"There's just no way this works out," Tino exclaims while trying to avoid the cameras, and with a sobbing Rachel nearby. "She's throwing me under the bus saying all of this is lies?"
The pair appear to have it out after that, with Rachel yelling at Tino, "You're lying straight to my face. Look me in the eyes and lie to me again."
"You did say that," he screams. "You said that!"
"I want an answer for why you did what you did," Rachel replies, before stating in a confessional, "I have never felt this blindsided and betrayed. I'm done."
Meanwhile, Gabby is crossing her fingers for a proposal from Erich, something that the pair disagreed about during Tuesday night's episode.
"I do love Erich with my whole heart, so I do want a proposal from him," she explains in a confessional. "Nobody can tell me I'm crazy. He said, 'I want to leave here and I want to date you.'"
Gabby's worries about Erich's plans stem from the fact that all she knows "is rejection," something she calls "scary as hell."
"Honestly," Gabby says in a confessional, "I think he might walk away."
Part 2 of The Bachelorette's live season finale will air Tuesday, Sept. 20 on ABC. Keep up with the historic season by following along with ET's coverage of the series.
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BOSTON, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Biolojic Design, a pioneer in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in antibody design, today announced the appointment of Ronald Herbst, Ph.D. as Chief Scientific Officer, effective October 3, 2022. A 28-year industry veteran with a proven track record of scientific leadership in Big Pharma and small publicly traded biotechnology companies, Dr. Herbst joins Biolojic Design as the company is expanding its U.S. operations and advancing more computationally designed, smart antibodies into the clinic.
"Having an accomplished scientist and drug developer of Dr. Herbst's caliber at the helm of our U.S. hub demonstrates our commitment to delivering smart therapeutics to patients," said Yanay Ofran, Ph.D., Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Biolojic Design. "Ron brings an unmatched blend of executive experience, intimate understanding of cancer and immunology, and a proven track record in drug development. He will play an important role in expanding our U.S. operations and realizing our vision of bringing our AI-designed, smart antibodies into the clinic.
"I am thrilled and honored to join the team at Biolojic Design and contribute to the inspiring work that Yanay and his team have been pursuing over the past ten years," said Dr. Herbst. "The ability to computationally redesign human antibodies and give them new, never before seen capabilities can revolutionize the treatment of cancer and immunological diseases. The ingenuity at the core of Biolojic Design brings together the best of the biotech and tech industries. I look forward to working with Yanay and the team at Biolojic Design to shepherd a whole new generation of smart therapeutics."
During his 28-year career in the biopharmaceutical industry, Dr. Herbst has applied his expertise to multiple companies and development opportunities, spanning from early-stage to globally established companies. As CSO at Pyxis Oncology, Dr. Herbst was responsible for building out the company's research team and guiding its transition into a clinical-stage company. During his tenure at Pyxis, the company also completed an initial public offering (IPO) that raised $168 million. Previously, he served as Vice President of Research and Development and Head of Oncology Research at MedImmune, the global biologics research and development arm of AstraZeneca, and under his leadership, the oncology group brought 10 novel targets to the clinic. Dr. Herbst's earlier work at MedImmune focused on the respiratory, inflammation, and autoimmunity areas, where he helped to advance four novel molecules into the clinic. Before joining MedImmune, Dr. Herbst served as Senior Principal Investigator in oncology at DNAX, a Schering-Plough biotechnology subsidiary. After earning his Ph.D. at the Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich, Dr. Herbst conducted his postdoctoral research in the Department of Biology at Stanford University. Dr. Herbst has (co)-authored more than 100 publications and is co-inventor on 17 pending or granted patents.
About Biolojic Design
Biolojic Design is committed to curing patients by designing and developing a pipeline of revolutionary therapeutics. Powered by AI, Biolojic's technology designs single and multi-specific antibodies precisely targeting predefined epitopes to execute novel biological programs. Focusing on cancer and autoimmune diseases, Biolojic develops a pipeline of antibodies that are designed to unlock the full potential of well-studied pathways. To learn more, please visit www.biolojic.com.
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Car guy Biden to tout electric vehicles at Detroit auto show
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden, a gearhead with his own vintage Corvette, will showcase his administration’s efforts to promote electric vehicles during a visit to the Detroit auto show.
The Democratic president, who recently took a spin in his pine-green 1967 Stingray with Jay Leno for a segment on CNBC’s “Jay Leno’s Garage,” may get the chance to slide behind the wheel of a new vehicle Wednesday during his stop in Detroit. He doesn’t get many chances anymore in the driver’s seat; he’s not allowed to drive on public roads as president.
But he’s mostly going to the North American International Auto Show to talk shop, plugging the huge new climate, tax and health care law that offers tax incentives for buying electric vehicles.
While Biden has been taking credit for the recent boom in electric vehicle battery and assembly plant announcements, most were in the works long before the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law on Aug. 16. Biden’s 2021 infrastructure legislation could have something to do with it — it provides $5 billion over five years to help states create a network of EV charging stations.
Under the newest law, electric vehicles must be built in North America to be eligible for a new federal tax credit of up to $7,500. Batteries for qualifying vehicles also must be made in North America, and there are requirements for battery minerals to be produced or recycled on the continent. The credits are aimed at creating a U.S. electric vehicle supply chain and ending dependence on other countries, mainly China.
Passage of the measure set off a scramble by automakers to speed up efforts to find North American-made batteries and battery minerals from the U.S., Canada or Mexico to make sure EVs are eligible for the credit.
In April, Ford started building electric pickup trucks at a new Michigan factory. General Motors has revamped an old factory in Detroit to make electric Hummers and pickups.
Long before legislators reached a compromise on the legislation, each company announced three EV battery factories, all joint ventures with battery makers. A GM battery plant in Warren, Ohio, has already started manufacturing. A government loan announced in July will help GM build its battery factories.
Ford said last September it would build the next generation of electric pickups at a plant in Tennessee, and GM has announced EV assembly plants in Lansing, Michigan; Spring Hill, Tennessee; and Orion Township, Michigan. In May, Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, said it would build another joint venture battery factory in Indiana, and it has announced a battery plant in Canada.
Hyundai announced battery and assembly plants in May to be built in Georgia, and Vietnamese automaker VinFast announced factories in North Carolina in July. Honda and Toyota both announced U.S. battery plants after the act was passed, but they had been planned for months.
Biden has been talking for a long time about the importance of building a domestic EV supply chain, and that may have prodded some of the companies to locate factories in the U.S. But it’s also advantageous to build batteries near where EVs will be assembled because the batteries are heavy and costly to ship from overseas.
And auto companies are rolling out more affordable electric options even despite battery costs. The latest came last week from General Motors, a Chevrolet Equinox small SUV. It has a starting price around $30,000 and a range-per-charge of 250 miles, or 400 kilometers. Buyers can get range of 300 miles, or 500 kilometers, if they pay more.
The Equinox checks the North American assembly box. It will be made in Mexico. The company won’t say where the battery will be made but it is working on meeting the other criteria for getting the tax credit.
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Krisher reported from Detroit.
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Senior officials from social media companies will face questions from senators who fear the sites could fuel individuals to commit acts of domestic terrorism.
On Wednesday, both former and current employees of social media platforms, including TikTok, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter, will testify before the Senate Homeland Security Committee.
“It’s incredibly important that we understand what’s happening,” said Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, the Senate Homeland Security Committee chairman. “Domestic terrorism is a number one form of terrorism right now that we are facing, and a lot of those terrorists have been linked in some way to contact those individuals through social media.”
Peters said he believes the companies’ algorithms are intentionally sending users dangerous content to keep them on their sites for profit.
“The question we have is how do folks who are just using these platforms on an everyday basis suddenly find themselves going down a rabbit hole that can lead to very extreme content,” said Peters.
Republicans, like Florida Sen. Rick Scott, agree this problem is real. Scott hopes the Democrats and Republicans can find solutions without unfairly censoring conservative users.
“We have to look at things that are causing problems for our society,” said Scott. “I think one thing we have got to look at is how biased many of the social platforms have become.”
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VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Augusta Gold Corp. (TSX: G) (OTCQB: AUGG) (FSE: 11B) ("Augusta Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has completed the remaining payment aggregating US$22,121,398 due to Waterton Nevada Splitter LLC for the Reward project under the previously announced purchase agreement (refer to the Company's news release dated April 21, 2022).
Donald Taylor President and CEO said, "Making the final payment for the Reward acquisition is a significant milestone as we move to completing our engineering studies for both Reward and Bullfrog with the goal of commencing production from the fully permitted Reward project in late 2023."
The Company also announces a loan (the "Loan") with a company (the "Lender") owned by the Company's Executive Chairman for US$22,232,561. The Loan bears interest at a rate of prime plus 3%, is for a maximum period of 12 months, and is secured by the Company's Bullfrog and Reward Projects. An origination fee of 0.5% of the amount of the Loan was paid to the Lender on closing.
The Reward Project is a fully permitted heap leach project with measured and indicated mineral resources of 426,700 oz gold grading 0.75 g/t gold and inferred mineral resources of 27,100 oz gold grading 0.68 g/t gold with sufficient water rights to commence construction and operations.
The mineral resource estimate in this news release is derived from the technical report titled, "Mineral Resource Estimate for the Reward Project, Nye County, Nevada, USA" with an effective date of May 31, 2022, prepared by Michael Dufresne and Timothy Scott, each of whom are qualified persons as defined in National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
Augusta Gold is an exploration and development company focused on building a long-term business that delivers stakeholder value through developing the Reward and Bullfrog gold projects and pursing accretive M&A opportunities. The Reward and Bullfrog gold projects are located in the prolific Bullfrog mining district approximately 120 miles north-west of Las Vegas, Nevada and just outside of Beatty, Nevada. The Company is led by a management team and board of directors with a proven track record of success in financing and developing mining assets and delivering shareholder value. For more information, please visit www.augustagold.com.
Certain statements and information contained in this new release constitute "forward-looking statements", and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws (collectively, "forward-looking statements"). These statements appear in a number of places in this new release and include statements regarding our intent, or the beliefs or current expectations of our officers and directors, including the Company's goal of pouring gold from the Reward Project in 2023. When used in this news release words such as "to be", "will", "planned", "expected", "potential", "anticipated" and similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements and/or information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements since the Company can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to vary materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements, including the risks, uncertainties and other factors identified in the Company's periodic filings with Canadian securities regulators and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. Such forward-looking statements are based on various assumptions, including assumptions made with regard to the preparation of up to date economic studies, financing and an affirmative board construction decision. While the Company considers these assumptions to be reasonable, based on information currently available, they may prove to be incorrect. Except as required by applicable law, we assume no obligation to update or to publicly announce the results of any change to any forward-looking statement contained herein to reflect actual results, future events or developments, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting the forward- looking statements. If we update any one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that we will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements. You should not place undue importance on forward-looking statements and should not rely upon these statements as of any other date. All forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.
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Medics tended to woman and child following a two car crash in Nuneaton. West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) responded to a 999 call made on Weddington Road yesterday afternoon. It was to report a collision between two cars on the busy main road. WMAS sent an ambulance to the scene at just after 2.30pm.
Warwickshire Police also responded to the 999 call and sent officers to the scene. A woman and a child were assessed by medics but were fortunately not seriously injured.
"We were called to reports of a two-car RTC on Weddington Road at 2.36pm, one ambulance attended the scene," a WMAS spokesman said. "On arrival we discovered two patients, a woman and a child, who were assessed and discharged at scene."
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HOUSTON, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silverstone Energy Partners LLC ("Silverstone") provided a volumetric production payment financing ("VPP") to fund the acquisition of East Texas gas properties by Craton Oil & Gas LLC ("Craton"). Craton is a private, Houston-based E&P led by successful industry veteran Bob Marin.
Marshall Lynn Bass, Managing Director of Silverstone, said, "We are excited to provide Craton with capital to acquire and develop this conventional property. We expect this is the first of many for Craton as we have high confidence in their ability to skillfully operate and grow production."
Bob Marin, Founder of Craton, added, "We continue to evaluate additional acquisitions in East Texas and beyond. We are pleased with the support Silverstone has provided our team and know they are aligned with us to achieve growth through additional acquisitions."
"Though this acquisition was on the smaller side of our capabilities, it has huge strategic value to Bob and his team," continued Bass. "This demonstrates our alignment with his firm."
About Silverstone – Silverstone Energy Partners is a private investment firm with offices in Houston, making upstream and midstream Energy investments in the lower 48. Deal sizes are between $5 - $200 million. Structures include stretch debt, VPPs, mezzanine, project equity, drilling joint ventures and similar structures. www.silverstone-energy.net
About Craton – Craton Oil & Gas is a privately held, oil and gas operator originally formed in 2002 with experience throughout the lower 48. Craton has partnered with global energy investors through several asset-based entities over the past twenty years with a track record of acquisitions, drilling and secondary development, providing positive returns on investment.
Mark L. Jones of Baker & Hostetler LLP advised Silverstone and R. Reese & Associates, PLLC and Continental Energy Advisors LLC advised Craton.
This communication is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be an offer or a solicitation of an offer to purchase or sell any security or other investment or an offer or a solicitation of an offer to provide any investment service. In addition, nothing in this communication should be construed as a recommendation to purchase, sell or hold any security or other investment, or pursue any investment style or strategy.
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Car guy Biden to tout electric vehicles at Detroit auto show
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden, a gearhead with his own vintage Corvette, will showcase his administration’s efforts to promote electric vehicles during a visit to the Detroit auto show.
The Democratic president, who recently took a spin in his pine-green 1967 Stingray with Jay Leno for a segment on CNBC’s “Jay Leno’s Garage,” may get the chance to slide behind the wheel of a new vehicle Wednesday during his stop in Detroit. He doesn’t get many chances anymore in the driver’s seat; he’s not allowed to drive on public roads as president.
But he’s mostly going to the North American International Auto Show to talk shop, plugging the huge new climate, tax and health care law that offers tax incentives for buying electric vehicles.
While Biden has been taking credit for the recent boom in electric vehicle battery and assembly plant announcements, most were in the works long before the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law on Aug. 16. Biden’s 2021 infrastructure legislation could have something to do with it — it provides $5 billion over five years to help states create a network of EV charging stations.
Under the newest law, electric vehicles must be built in North America to be eligible for a new federal tax credit of up to $7,500. Batteries for qualifying vehicles also must be made in North America, and there are requirements for battery minerals to be produced or recycled on the continent. The credits are aimed at creating a U.S. electric vehicle supply chain and ending dependence on other countries, mainly China.
Passage of the measure set off a scramble by automakers to speed up efforts to find North American-made batteries and battery minerals from the U.S., Canada or Mexico to make sure EVs are eligible for the credit.
In April, Ford started building electric pickup trucks at a new Michigan factory. General Motors has revamped an old factory in Detroit to make electric Hummers and pickups.
Long before legislators reached a compromise on the legislation, each company announced three EV battery factories, all joint ventures with battery makers. A GM battery plant in Warren, Ohio, has already started manufacturing. A government loan announced in July will help GM build its battery factories.
Ford said last September it would build the next generation of electric pickups at a plant in Tennessee, and GM has announced EV assembly plants in Lansing, Michigan; Spring Hill, Tennessee; and Orion Township, Michigan. In May, Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, said it would build another joint venture battery factory in Indiana, and it has announced a battery plant in Canada.
Hyundai announced battery and assembly plants in May to be built in Georgia, and Vietnamese automaker VinFast announced factories in North Carolina in July. Honda and Toyota both announced U.S. battery plants after the act was passed, but they had been planned for months.
Biden has been talking for a long time about the importance of building a domestic EV supply chain, and that may have prodded some of the companies to locate factories in the U.S. But it’s also advantageous to build batteries near where EVs will be assembled because the batteries are heavy and costly to ship from overseas.
And auto companies are rolling out more affordable electric options even despite battery costs. The latest came last week from General Motors, a Chevrolet Equinox small SUV. It has a starting price around $30,000 and a range-per-charge of 250 miles, or 400 kilometers. Buyers can get range of 300 miles, or 500 kilometers, if they pay more.
The Equinox checks the North American assembly box. It will be made in Mexico. The company won’t say where the battery will be made but it is working on meeting the other criteria for getting the tax credit.
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New appointment to help REV Capital increase presence in general factoring and commercial finance markets
TORONTO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - REV Capital, the leading provider of factoring and cashflow financing in Canada and the United States announces appointment of Daniel Stacy as Executive Vice President of Business Development for its Commercial Finance Division.
Dan Stacy is a highly accomplished business developer with over 15 years of experience and a proven track record of being able to grow general factoring portfolios quickly and profitably. Stacy is very well connected and respected by many in the financial brokerage community and his reputation will serve to facilitate the New York office's expansion into the Commercial Finance market.
As the former Head of Sales at CapFlow Funding, Stacy brings a flexibility, eagerness, and relationship-first approach to help scale the Commercial Finance Division. "I'm very excited to be working with my close friend and colleague, Mark Dubs. Between Mark and I, we have a combined experience of over 30 years in the industry and are building a conveyor belt of new business opportunities that we intend to close quickly and efficiently. REV Capital is the top player in Canada and easily one of the top firms in the US and I'm thrilled to be a part of such an awesome company," said Stacy.
The new Commercial Finance Division is making significant progress in its quest to become a market leader in the general receivables finance space. The team has recently provided a $7.5 million dollar factoring facility to a Mississippi based staffing company. "The past few months have been unbelievably busy and productive. We are establishing REV as a leading provider of cashflow financing with our brokers and associates, and larger and more sophisticated clients are coming in every day. Having Dan join the team will have the same effect as adding fuel to a fire. We are about to take off and I can't wait for it." said Mark Dubs, President at REV Capital – Commercial Finance Division.
This marks REV Capital's second strategic appointment in New York this year. The company continues to expand its local presence in the United States while increasing its overall reach across the entire country. REV Capital will continue to invest in key markets as part of its commitment to reach new markets and its pursuit to provide SMEs with a transparent, affordable, and flexible finance partner that's invested in their success.
ABOUT REV CAPITAL
REV Capital is a rapidly growing financial factoring company and asset-based lender with seven offices across North America. They are leading providers of trustworthy, transparent, and reliable cashflow solutions that provide clients with financial stability and opportunities for growth. For more information visit www.revinc.com
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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ron Fowler, Chairman and CEO of Liquid Investments, Inc. and the former Executive Chairman and co-owner of the San Diego Padres, and his wife Alexis, have made another generous donation to the University of San Diego (USD). Through a series of gifts that now total $6.5 million, the Fowlers' support will make the University an epicenter for social innovation and entrepreneurship focused on preparing the next generation of changemakers.
The impactful gifts will fund an endowment for The Knauss School of Business' Fowler Business Concept Challenge, where scholarships are awarded to students whose nascent entrepreneurial ideas have the potential to make a positive impact on the world. The donation will also endow the Kroc School of Peace Studies' Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge, where students from universities all over the world design and pitch social ventures that seek to tackle humanity's greatest challenges through innovative solutions.
The USD community is extremely grateful to the Fowler family. Over the years, they have contributed tremendously to the growth and success of the Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge and the Fowler Business Concept Challenge. The Fowlers' initial gift to USD's entrepreneurship programming was instrumental in seeding the Catalyzer (housed under The Knauss School of Business' Free Enterprise Institute) which focuses on creating an entrepreneurial mindset among USD students. Many students have benefitted through these entrepreneurial initiatives. New social ventures and socially responsible businesses exist because of them. The Fowler family also funded USD's state-of-the-art baseball stadium, Fowler Park.
"At the University of San Diego, we are innovative Changemakers. It's in our vision statement. It's our true north and informs the decisions we make and the paths that we take," says USD President James T. Harris III, DEd. "This means we spark the ideas and passions of our students that will help them foster a more sustainable and prosperous future, both locally and abroad. We deeply appreciate the generosity of Ron and Alexis as well as their dedication to the entrepreneurial ambitions of Toreros, today and for generations to come."
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Sports News of Wednesday, 14 September 2022
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Former management member of Asante Kotoko, Mr. Ben Nti has cautioned the club that even though they beat Kadiogo FC from Burkina Faso 1-0 in the first leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round tie against RC Kadiogo on Monday evening, they shouldn't be complacent that they have qualified.
The game took place at General Mathieu Kerekou Stadium in Cotonou, Benin and it was not open to fans.
It was originally scheduled to take place in Ouagadougou, but after a last-minute CAF change, the game was shifted from Saturday to Monday. Last-minute decisions did not derail Kotoko, who was impressive and earned a deserved victory, giving them the upper hand in the tie.
Expressing his view on the win while speaking in an interview on Accra-based Hot 93.9FM's 'Focal Sports' show hosted by Stonchist D'Blakk Soulja, Mr. Ben Nti cautioned Kotoko not to be complacent going into the second-leg in Kumasi on Sunday.
“We are proud of the win against Kadiogo FC on Monday and must congratulate the entire board, Management, playing body, fans and technical team of Asante Kotoko for a good job done but the battle is not over until Kotoko progresses to the next stage.
"In view of this, I will urge all fans in Ghana to fill the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi on Sunday, September 18 and support the club to victory, the little I can say from what I saw here in Benin is that if the players are given full support and less pressure, they will really deliver massively," he told Accra-based Hot FM.
The only goal of the match was scored by striker Isaac Oppong late in the game. The victory is also the first for Burkinabe coach Seydou "Krol" Zerbo in charge of Kotoko.
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$1,000,000 donation continues to move 22-year collaboration forward
CASCO, Maine, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Camp Sunshine is pleased to announce a $1,000,000 gift from the New Balance Foundation. This donation will endow one entire session at Camp Sunshine in perpetuity. The funds will forever provide families with the opportunity to meet others on similar journeys and to re-group, re-energize and restore hope for the future. Camp Sunshine is a free, year-round retreat in Casco, Maine for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Each New Balance Foundation session will host as many as 40 families, which equates to approximately 80-100 children and 150-170 total family members. This year's New Balance Foundation session at Camp Sunshine was hosted September 2-5.
This generous gift is the latest in what has been a longstanding relationship between Camp Sunshine and the New Balance Foundation that began two decades ago. "This is one of Camp Sunshine's longest-standing collaborative efforts and it continues to be a motivator for all of us here at Camp to be aligned with a corporate foundation that is so invested in giving back," said Anna Gould, Camp Sunshine's Founder & Board Chair.
The Foundation's support of Camp Sunshine began in 2000 when it sponsored two families to attend the program as part of the Miracle Marathon and grand opening of Camp Sunshine's Anna & Larry Gould Campus. Soon after, factory and outlet store associates began to volunteer at Camp on an annual basis. In 2006, the Foundation committed $250,000 to Camp Sunshine's Endowment and in 2009, an additional $250,000 Brick Walkway Matching Challenge was completed, and the walkway named in the New Balance Foundation's honor. The New Balance Foundation later matched donations up to $300,000 to celebrate Camp Sunshine's 30th Anniversary in 2014. To date, the New Balance Foundation has donated nearly $2,000,000 to Camp Sunshine.
"Our goal at Camp Sunshine is to create communities of support for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families, and the continued support of the New Balance Foundation ensures that families will be able to experience the magic of Camp Sunshine for years to come," said Michael Katz, Camp Sunshine's Executive Director.
"Camp Sunshine is a pillar of strength in our Maine communities. The Camp's commitment to families, patients and communities is unprecedented and New Balance and New Balance Foundation is proud to stand by Camp Sunshine's vision. The Camp's programs continue to grow, and their ability to host families facing a wide range of serious illnesses is tremendous. New Balance Foundation is proud to invest in Camp Sunshine's future with a meaningful gift that will benefit families for years to come," said Anne Davis, managing trustee, New Balance Foundation.
Founded in 1984, Camp Sunshine provides retreats combining respite, recreation and support, while enabling hope and promoting joy, for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families through the various stages of a child's illness. www.campsunshine.org
The New Balance Foundation mission is to drive change in our global communities with an enduring commitment to preventing childhood obesity and championing the future success of today's youth. Since 1981, New Balance Foundation has granted more than $120M to charity, investing in research, and clinical, educational and community programs that promote healthy lifestyles, children's fitness and nutrition, and overall community wellness. www.newbalancefoundation.org
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NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Sema4 Holdings, Corp..
Shareholders who purchased shares of SMFR during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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CLASS PERIOD: March 14, 2022 to August 15, 2022
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) there was a significant risk that Sema4 would reverse a material amount of previously recognized revenue that it could not recoup from third party payors; (2) the Company was experiencing declining selling prices for its reproductive health segment; (3) as a result of the foregoing, Sema4's financial results would be adversely affected; and (4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: November 7, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/sema4-holdings-corp-loss-submission-form/?id=31661&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of SMFR during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is November 7, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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HOUSTON, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silverstone Energy Partners LLC ("Silverstone") provided a volumetric production payment financing ("VPP") to fund the acquisition of East Texas gas properties by Craton Oil & Gas LLC ("Craton"). Craton is a private, Houston-based E&P led by successful industry veteran Bob Marin.
Marshall Lynn Bass, Managing Director of Silverstone, said, "We are excited to provide Craton with capital to acquire and develop this conventional property. We expect this is the first of many for Craton as we have high confidence in their ability to skillfully operate and grow production."
Bob Marin, Founder of Craton, added, "We continue to evaluate additional acquisitions in East Texas and beyond. We are pleased with the support Silverstone has provided our team and know they are aligned with us to achieve growth through additional acquisitions."
"Though this acquisition was on the smaller side of our capabilities, it has huge strategic value to Bob and his team," continued Bass. "This demonstrates our alignment with his firm."
About Silverstone – Silverstone Energy Partners is a private investment firm with offices in Houston, making upstream and midstream Energy investments in the lower 48. Deal sizes are between $5 - $200 million. Structures include stretch debt, VPPs, mezzanine, project equity, drilling joint ventures and similar structures. www.silverstone-energy.net
About Craton – Craton Oil & Gas is a privately held, oil and gas operator originally formed in 2002 with experience throughout the lower 48. Craton has partnered with global energy investors through several asset-based entities over the past twenty years with a track record of acquisitions, drilling and secondary development, providing positive returns on investment.
Mark L. Jones of Baker & Hostetler LLP advised Silverstone and R. Reese & Associates, PLLC and Continental Energy Advisors LLC advised Craton.
This communication is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be an offer or a solicitation of an offer to purchase or sell any security or other investment or an offer or a solicitation of an offer to provide any investment service. In addition, nothing in this communication should be construed as a recommendation to purchase, sell or hold any security or other investment, or pursue any investment style or strategy.
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The Roanoke-based home service company's owner says National Tradesmen Day is a great opportunity to recognize the value in becoming a skilled trades worker
ROANOKE, Va., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Trust Home Services, a leading electrical, HVAC and plumbing company serving southwest Virginia, is celebrating National Tradesmen Day on Sept. 16 to help shine a light on the need for more skilled trades professionals and demonstrate how rewarding the industry can be.
"There are a number of reasons why the United States is seeing a decline in skilled trade workers, but by showing young people that these professions are valued and stable, hopefully we can start turning that trend around," said Ted Puzio, owner of Southern Trust Home Services. "Events like National Tradesmen Day honor the men and women who work in the trade industries. These are essential positions, and we need to attract more talented workers."
Puzio said that according to the National Electrical Contractors Association, 7,000 electricians join the field each year but 10,000 retire.
"That's just one example, and the same is true in the plumbing and HVAC service fields," he said. "For years, we've told students that the only way to get ahead is to get a traditional four-year college degree, so we stopped exposing skilled individuals to these opportunities. We should show our children the wide array of careers they can choose from and position the trades as a good option for jobseekers interested in a career change."
Puzio said there will always be a demand for electricians, plumbers, HVAC repairmen and construction workers because those professions can't be outsourced. He said Southern Trust is always looking for home service professionals to fill open positions, and his home service business isn't alone in the search to find more skilled talent.
"No matter how the market shifts, we will always need people in our communities to install the lights, keep clean, warm water flowing and keep our homes comfortable," he said. "Not only is it fulfilling work, it also pays well and doesn't require thousands of dollars in student debt to learn the trade."
Puzio said that a combination of the national push toward college-only careers beginning in the late 1990s and removing shop class from high school curriculums across the country has resulted in a shortage of home service professionals and this needs to change.
"There is absolutely nothing wrong with attending college, but the message that it's 'college or bust' if you want a fulfilling career needs to be tweaked," he said. "Hopefully, in celebrating National Tradesmen Day, pushing for more inclusion in high school career days, and talking about the virtues of the industry, we can start attracting more students into the skilled trades pipeline."
Founded in 1995 as Southern State Electric, Southern Trust Home Services provides residential plumbing, electrical HVAC services, drain cleaning and one day bath remodel services, including 24/7 emergency repairs, to homeowners in more than 60 cities throughout southwest Virginia. Roanoke's first to offer a lifetime guarantee on all recommended repairs, Southern Trust Home Services staffs dedicated, certified, licensed and insured, drug and criminal background checked technicians who provide timely, same-day services for a variety of home repairs, installations, and maintenance. An A Better Business Bureau accredited company since 2006, Southern Trust Home Services has financing available including 0 percent for 18 months, and Lifetime Repair Guarantee on stated repairs. To find out more, call 540-343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.
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THE SOLUTION TO POVERTY IS WEALTH:
Stunning stat: Child poverty hit record low in 2021 (Erica Pandey, 9/13/22, Axios)
The child poverty rate was 27.9% in 1993, but fell to a record low of 5.2% in 2021, according to new census data.Why it matters: Growing up poor affects every facet of adult life, from health to wealth."Fewer children growing up in poverty is good for the future," says Renee Ryberg, a co-author of a new report from Child Trends that digs into the data. "It's as simple as that."Not only are there immediate improvements to the well-being of kids and families, there are also long-term benefits for society, like lower rates of crime, lower health care costs and more tax revenue.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of MINISO Group Holding Limited.
Shareholders who purchased shares of MNSO during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of persons or entities who purchased or otherwise acquired publicly traded MINISO securities pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and related prospectus issued in connection with MINISO's October 2020 initial public offering.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) defendants and other undisclosed related parties owned and controlled a much larger amount of MINISO stores than previously stated; (2) as a result, MINISO concealed its true costs; (3) the Company did not represent its true business model; (4) defendants, including the Company and its chairman, engaged in planned unusual and unclear transactions; (5) as a result of at least one of these transactions, the Company is at risk of breaching contracts with People's Republic of China authorities; (6) the Company would imminently and drastically drop its franchise fees; and (7) as a result, defendant's statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: October 17, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/miniso-group-holding-limited-loss-submission-form/?id=31651&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of MNSO during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is October 17, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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ECB's Lane says energy is still main inflation driver
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FRANKFURT, Sept 14 (Reuters) - Higher energy prices remain a "dominant driving force of inflation" in the euro zone by making imports more expensive, the European Central Bank's chief economist said on Wednesday.
"It is crystal clear that the appropriate monetary policy for the euro area should continue to take into account that the energy shock remains a dominant driving force of inflation" he told an ECB meeting with bank representatives.
He repeated, however, the ECB's pledge to continue raising interest rates, adding increments "will be larger, the wider the gap to the terminal rate and the more skewed the risks to the inflation target."
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Parents' fury at high school after teenage daughters are left shocked and 'in tears' after being taken out of class and put in ISOLATION because their skirts were too short
- Parents of pupils at a Leicestershire high school have hit out at its uniform rules
- They say their daughters were kept in isolation over the length of their skirts
- One furious parent said their teenage daughter was left in tears by the treatment
- South Wigston High School has said it will review its policy following complaints
Furious parents have hit out at a secondary school which they say left their children in tears after putting them in isolation because their skirts were too short.
Some female students at South Wigston High School in Leicestershire were taken out of class earlier this week after falling foul of its uniform policy.
Angry parents have complained their daughters were forced to line up and had their skirts measured by staff on Monday.
Those whose clothing did not match the uniform policy, which has a knee-length requirement for skirts, were told they would be put in isolation with one girl having to wait for two hours before she could leave.
Emma Harvey, whose daughter was one of those affected, has branded the school's actions as 'ridiculous' and that it suggests 'girls are only entitled to education if they cover up'.
Another parent, who asked to remain anonymous, said her 12-year-old autistic daughter was left so upset that she no longer wants to go to the school after being 'humiliated' by staff.
The school has said it did not intent to upset the girls involved and says it is reviewing its uniform policy.
Spot the difference: Emma Harvey says her 14-year-old daughter was told she would be put in isolation if she wore the skirt she had turned up to school in (left) because it was too short. But when she was offered a different skirt by the school that it said met its uniform policy (right) she found it was nearly the exact same length
Emma Harvey says her 14-year-old daughter was left 'extremely upset' after staff at the school raised issues with her skirt.
'Basically, on Monday morning, girls at the school were brought into the school hall and staff proceeded to measure their skirts to make sure they complied with a new school uniform policy introduced at the start of this term,' she said.
'The policy brought in by principal Stuart Kay is that the skirts of female students have to be no shorter than knee length.
'This was the first day it was enforced and students were told they faced being put into isolation if their skirts didn't comply.
'In my daughter's case, her skirt was just slightly above her knee. She was told to either put on a skirt provided by the school for the day or be taken out of class and put in isolation.
'She was a bit shocked to be told her skirt didn't comply with the new policy and accepted the skirt offered to her so she could return to class. But when she went to the changing room to put it on she found it didn't fit her.
'Basically, instead of a perfectly respectable skirt, they wanted her to wear one that was likely to fall down. It beggars belief.
'In the end she had to use a hair bobble to fasten it around her waist. But the crazy thing is, even then, the new skirt was about the same length as hers was.'
Ms Harvey, a psychotherapist who works with children, said the new policy and its clumsy enforcement sends out entirely the wrong message to girls - and to boys.
She said: 'Putting girls in isolation for the length of their school skirts is utterly ridiculous.
'My daughter and other young girls being penalised and removed from accessing their education due to the length of their skirts is unacceptable.
'It's suggesting that girls are only entitled to education if they cover up. Yet boys can wear shorts at any length.
'We should not be giving our daughters the message that their rights are based on whether they're covered up or not.'
Ms Harvey added: 'My daughter is a good student. The skirt she was wearing is the same one she wore last year as she hasn't changed in height or weight. It's perfectly respectable and she wears it together with shorts beneath and tights.
Some female students at South Wigston High School in Leciestershire (pictured) were put into isolation after staff said their skirts were too short
'The girls felt humiliated and distressed by the whole experience and it was entirely unnecessary. It should have been dealt completely differently.'
Leicestershire Live reports that another parent, who asked to remain unnamed, said her 14-year-old daughter and other girls whose skirts failed to comply with the policy were kept in a room and were told they couldn't leave.
She said: 'Staff were blocking the door and weren't allowing the children to leave. My daughter rang up my husband in a very distressed state.
'She was crying telling him what had happened to her. She said that some girls were trying to climb out of the windows. My husband was so angry he actually called the police. They wouldn't do anything but that's how mad he was.
'He told my daughter he was coming to pick her up. But when he arrived he was told she couldn't leave. It wasn't for another two hours before he could take her home. He was furious.
'My younger daughter, who is 12, was also affected. She was told her skirt was too short later in the morning. She has autism and suffers with anxiety.. She didn't quite understand what was going on to be honest.
'Fortunately, one of my older daughter's friends helped calm her down and she was able to come home with her sister. The problem is, she was so upset she refused to go into school the next day.
The school (pictured) has said it did not intend to upset any of the girls and announced it is reviewing its uniform policy
'We try so hard to build up her confidence and encourage her to go to school each day. And then this happens. It doesn't make any sense at all. They are both good girls, are well-behaved and work hard.
'The school has handled this really badly. If they were going to introduce a new school uniform policy then give parents enough warning. School uniforms are expensive and difficult to get hold of.
'In the case of my older daughter, it's almost impossible to buy a skirt that fits. She has a shapely figure which means any skirt she wears rides up over her hips to her waistline.'
Another parent, who also did not want to be named, said: 'My daughter is in Year 11 at South Wigston High School and keeps being put into isolation for the length of her skirt.
'She is 5ft 8in tall with a size 6 waist so with school skirts it's hard for me to get one to fit her waist and be long enough.
'I have spoken to the school to be told I have a week to sort her a new skirt. When looking at the school policy online it states girls should wear charcoal grey skirts between thigh and knee length.
'My daughter's skirts are, but she always wears dark black tights and black shorts underneath her skirt. She should be concentrating on preparing for her GCSEs not stressing about skirts and being taken into isolation. Surly this needs to be stopped as it's never been a problem before.'
The school, on St Thomas Road, South Wigston, is part of the Learning without Limits Academy Trust (LwLAT).
In response to the criticism, principal Stuart Kay said: 'South Wigston High School has been dealing with some inconsistencies in the standard of school uniform. A small number of students were upset by the enforcement of our uniform policy on Monday.
'It is never our intention to create a situation where children are upset and therefore we have contacted all parents to inform them that we will undertake a review of our uniform policy in consultation with our school community.'
But one parent responded: 'It's a case of too little, too late. The headteacher has lost the trust of parents and, more importantly, the pupils. This whole issue has been handled dreadfully.
'When he arrived at the school he said he wanted to build trust and a good relationship with the community. But this isn't the way to go about it. His behaviour has been ridiculous.'
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Everything you need to know about catching the train to London to mourn the Queen as rails firm put on 200 extra services, run overnight trains to three stations and convert empty carriages into waiting areas
- Southeastern, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway have confirmed they will all run overnight services
- Transport for London's Andy Byford says challenge of keeping capital moving is 'bigger than the Olympics'
- Network Rail warns of 'unprecedented travel demand in the capital' - and services will be 'extremely busy'
- Queen's lying in state at Westminster Hall begins at 5pm today and runs 24 hours a day until next Monday
- Full coverage: Click here to see all our coverage of the Queen’s passing
Trains will run through the night in and out of London from tonight to help mourners visiting the capital to pay their respects to the Queen over the coming days, with around 200 daily rail services added to timetables.
Operators such as Southeastern, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway confirmed they will all run overnight services to and from London Victoria, Marylebone and Paddington stations respectively in the next few days.
And mourners waiting for the next departure in the early hours of the morning are expected to be invited to sit on stationary trains at stations such as Charing Cross, Euston, King's Cross, Liverpool Street, Paddington and Victoria.
Network Rail warned visitors of 'unprecedented travel demand in the capital' while Transport for London commissioner Andy Byford said the challenge of keeping the capital moving would be 'bigger than the Olympics'.
The Queen's lying in state at Westminster Hall opens to the public later today at 5pm and up to 350,000 mourners are expected to pass through 24 hours a day until 6.30am next Monday - the day of the late monarch's funeral.
Southeastern will run overnight services every two hours from today until next Monday from Victoria to Dartford, Gillingham, Orpington and Ashford; Charing Cross to Orpington and Tunbridge Wells; and St Pancras to Ashford.
Chiltern will operate two additional overnight trains every day until Monday from Oxford to Marylebone, leaving at 1.35am and arriving at 3am; then a return journey leaving Marylebone at 3.15am and arriving at Oxford at 4.38am.
Great Western Railway said extra services in the very early morning and late evening will be laid on next Monday to take people towards London and back home again. It added that all services 'are expected to be extremely busy'.
The extra trains are now being displayed on journey planners such as Trainline, but a rail industry source warned that the limited number of overnight services means they are 'not something people should be relying on'.
There is likely to be further strain on the rail network because London Victoria Coach Station will be shut next Monday due to many of the roads around it being closed - with National Express switching services to Wembley.
A message from Network Rail in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II is displayed at London Waterloo station last Friday
Commuters pass beneath a tribute image of the Queen at King's Cross St Pancras London Underground station on Saturday
A portrait of Queen Elizabeth II is displayed on an advertising board at Wimbledon station in South West London on Saturday
Queen Elizabeth II and her son Prince Edward visit London Paddington railway station to open the Elizabeth line on May 17
The late monarch's lying in state at Westminster Hall opens to the public later today at 5pm and mourners will pass through 24 hours a day until it closes at 6.30am next Monday - the day of the Queen's state funeral.
People will also be packing the streets of London today to see a procession taking the late monarch from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall, which will begin at 2.22pm. Viewing areas for the public along the route opened at 11am, with large crowds expected, and the procession is set to arrive at Westminster Hall at 3pm.
Avanti West Coast said it is running up to four additional services a day in each direction between London and Manchester up to and including this Friday, adding a total of around 16,000 seats to its capacity.
The firm said it is 'examining closely what opportunities there are for additional services' on Saturday and Sunday. It has operated a reduced timetable in recent weeks due to drivers refusing to work overtime shifts.
Over the summer, under-fire Avanti was forced to cut services between Manchester and London down from three trains an hour to just one, with the blame from bosses having fallen on 'staffing issues'.
Ticket retailer Trainline said it has recorded a 53 per cent increase in bookings for journeys to London next Monday compared with the same day this week.
Modern Railways reported that major London stations will remain open through the night over the coming days, and mourners are expected to be invited to sit in stationary trains at stations such as Charing Cross, Euston, King's Cross, Liverpool Street, Paddington and Victoria while they wait for the next departure.
And Transport for London's boss said it is facing the 'biggest event and challenge' in its history as more than one million people are expected to travel to the centre of the capital to pay their respects to the Queen.
Mr Byford, the organisation's commissioner, said that planning for the Queen's lying in state and funeral is more complicated than the 2012 Olympics as it is 'impossible' to accurately predict crowd sizes.
TfL is 'used to dealing with big crowds' and will take measures such as temporarily restricting access to the busiest Tube stations and directing passengers to other stations to 'spread the load', he said.
Mr Byford added that the situation is being managed 'minute by minute' from a command centre alongside other agencies and Government departments.
He also told the Evening Standard: 'We are absolutely fully focused on this. I'm deploying every possible resource. I'm going to say it's bigger than the Olympics - it's the Olympics but with so many potential unknowns.'
Underground stations near Buckingham Palace have seen a surge in passenger numbers since the Queen died last Thursday.
TfL figures show more than 19,000 people started or finished journeys at Hyde Park Corner station on Tuesday, which was double the total on the same day last week.
Green Park has been made an exit only station to prevent overcrowding.
Across the Tube network as a whole, TfL recorded 2.99million journeys on Tuesday, up 8 per cent compared with a week earlier.
Mr Byford said: 'The most recent approximation or estimate is that there will be around potentially up to 750,000 people in the queue for lying in state, which is itself a huge number.
'But then if you take the whole 10-day mourning period and the various events that happen during that - obviously some happened elsewhere - but even the London element of that, we are talking well north of a million people.
'So this is huge. This is the biggest event and challenge that TfL has faced in its history, and we must rise to that challenge.
'The Olympics was a huge logistical challenge and operational challenge for TfL, which the company executed in magnificent fashion. But this is different.
'With something like the Olympics, you know what the events are, where they are, and you know what the numbers will be because it's ticketed.
'This is more challenging. It's over a long period and although there are estimates, it is impossible to say with certainty how many people will turn up to the various elements, so we've assumed the highest possible number and we're aligning our service to match that.'
A special service will run on the Elizabeth line railway between Paddington and Abbey Wood on Sunday to ease the pressure on other parts of London's transport network.
That section of the line - which was opened by the Queen in May - is usually closed on Sundays due to testing and software updates.
Mr Byford added: 'We have recruited literally an army of people from across TfL. We've cancelled non-essential meetings. I've asked everyone to step up, I've asked everyone to volunteer, and the response has been fantastic.
'We've dropped everything in order to pull out all the stops and send Her Majesty off in style with an excellent transport offering.
Network Rail, the Rail Delivery Group and Transport for London have said they are working closely together along with the Government and all other organisations involved to help people get around the capital in the coming days.
They have urged passengers to plan journeys using real-time travel information and said there could be short-notice temporary Underground station closures.
Bosses also said that given the likely demand on public transport within London, passengers may could also find that walking to their final destinations within the capital could be a better option.
The Underground will run as normal, but some stations will be busier than usual, and 'some short-term safety measures such as queuing, closures, non-stopping trains or changes to the way customers enter or exit a station may be necessary'.
Passengers have been told to avoid Green Park station if possible, due to the high numbers of customers passing through. People were advised that other Tube stations such as Victoria, Piccadilly Circus and St James's Park are within a short walking distance of Buckingham Palace.
Crowds start queuing on The Mall at Buckingham Palace this morning to watch the Queen's procession to Westminster Hall
Members of the public in Whitehall today ahead of the ceremonial procession of the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II
Crowds gather along The Mall today ahead of the ceremonial procession of the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II this afternoon
Transport bosses also said that some bus services will be diverted or will stop short of their destination due to road closures, and some may be running a reduced service.
Sir Peter Hendy, chair of Network Rail said: 'The transport industry is working hard to help people pay their respects in London and across the United Kingdom.
'Please make sure you check before you travel as we expect the road and transport networks to be busy.'
Meanwhile, National Highways announced it has paused planned closures of motorways serving London until after the funeral, to reduce congestion.
Affected motorways include the M25, M11, M3, M4 and M23. All other closures on England's motorway network will be postponed during the bank holiday weekend.
National Highways also said existing roadworks will be removed 'where possible', with cones and temporary signs withdrawn from 6am on Friday until the following Tuesday.
A planned closure of the southbound M6 between junctions 33 and 32 north of Preston, Lancashire, will be among those postponed.
John McNeill, head of service delivery in the east of England for National Highways, said: 'We expect the roads to be busy with people looking to travel into the capital and to other royal residences over the weekend.
'Our traffic officer patrols will be out on the network to help anyone who might get into difficulty, but it's important people remember to check their vehicle before setting off.
'The last thing anybody wants on the way to their destination is to have a vehicle breakdown. That's why it's really important that people spend a few minutes checking the condition of their tyres before setting off.'
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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cauldryn, a leader in Beverage Temperature Control Technology, is excited to announce the Cauldryn Coffee Pro Just in time for Fall and the 2022 Holiday season. Featuring world-class design and advanced technology, the Cauldryn Coffee Pro enhances the coffee and tea drinking experience by maintaining your perfect drinking temperature from the first sip to the last drop.
The new Cauldryn Coffee Pro is intuitive, with multiple temperature sensors and thermal heating technology inside the mug that keeps liquid at a constant temperature for up to 10 hours on the battery. The Cauldryn mug will maintain coffee or tea at the user's perfect drinking temperature all day. Further, our Cauldryn App allows remote user control of temperature and other settings.
Owner Bill Green says, "In a study we conducted a few years ago with a previous Cauldryn version, we found that Just a few degrees can make a big difference in taste. Coffee lovers embrace the connection between taste and temperature first-hand."
The Cauldryn Coffee Pro is the latest addition to the Cauldryn line of temperature control products. This innovative new product offers a convenient and efficient way to keep hot coffee on the go. With its built-in heating element, the Cauldryn Coffee Pro is perfect for people who want to continue enjoying the perfect cup of coffee at the ideal temperature. The product also has an easy-to-use digital display that allows users to customize their coffee or tea experience. Whether you're looking for a quick caffeine fix or a leisurely cup of Joe, the Cauldron Coffee Pro has got you covered. Thanks to its portable design, you can now enjoy hot coffee wherever you go!
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Queen Elizabeth II's coffin will leave Buckingham Palace for the last time Wednesday as it is taken amid somber pageantry on a horse-drawn gun carriage past crowds of mourners to the Houses of Parliament, where the late monarch will lie in state for four days.
Crowds began massing early along the flag-lined road outside the palace for the procession from the monarch's official London residence to the historic Westminster Hall at Parliament. King Charles III and other members of the royal family will walk behind the coffin.
Thousands of people are gathering on The Mall outside Buckingham Palace and along the banks of the River Thames hours before the coffin procession begins. People in the crowd cheered when Charles waved to them as he drove from his residence, Clarence House, to the palace.
Joan Bucklehurst, a 50-year-old retail worker from Cheshire in northwestern England, said the queen “meant so much for everybody.”
“She was amazing, yeah,” she added, choking up with emotion. "So, we had to be here. We’ve been here a few times when there have been special occasions, but this one, I couldn’t miss this.”
The crowds are the latest manifestation of a nationwide outpouring of grief and respect for the only monarch most Britons have ever known, who died at her beloved Balmoral summer retreat on Thursday at age 96, ending a 70-year reign.
“It’s a very sad day, but it’s our last opportunity to do our duty for the queen and it’s our first opportunity to do it for the king, and that makes us all very proud,” said Maj. Gen. Christopher Ghika, of the Household division, who is responsible for organizing the ceremonial aspects of the queen’s funeral.
London’s Heathrow Airport said it was adjusting timetables to prevent overhead planes disturbing the procession. British Airways canceled 16 flights as a result of the changes.
The airport said in a statement that the changes would “ensure silence over central London as the ceremonial procession moves from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall.”
Troops involved in the procession have been preparing since the queen died. So have the horses of the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery.
Sgt. Tom Jenks, from the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, said that the horses have undergone special training, including how to handle weeping mourners, as well as flowers and flags being thrown onto streets as the procession passes by.
People stood behind metal barriers or sat on folding chairs, umbrellas at the ready, takeout coffees in hand under gray skies hours before the coffin was scheduled to leave the landmark palace at 2:22 p.m. (1322 GMT).
Crowds have lined the route of the queen's coffin whenever it has been moved in its long journey from Scotland back to London.
On Tuesday night, thousands braved a typical London drizzle as the state hearse, with interior lights illuminating the sovereign's flag-draped casket, drove slowly from a military air base into the heart of London.
Geoff Colgan, a taxi driver who took the day off to witness the moment, stood stunned in the moments after the queen’s coffin passed.
“It’s one of those things you know would happen, but when it does you can’t believe it,” he said, holding his toddler.
Earlier, in Edinburgh, some 33,000 people filed in silent respect past her coffin as it lay for 24 hours at St. Giles’ Cathedral.
Hundreds of thousands are expected to do the same in London when the queen lies in state at the 900-year-old Westminster Hall, the oldest building in Parliament, for four days before her state funeral on Monday.
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Tom and Mary Jo York are a health-conscious couple, who faithfully go in for annual physicals and periodic colorectal cancer screening tests. Mary Jo, whose mother and aunts had breast cancer, also gets regular mammography tests.
The Yorks, who live in New Berlin, Wis., are enrolled in Chorus Community Health Plans, which, like most of the nation's health plans, is required by the Affordable Care Act to pay for those preventive services, and more than 100 others, without charging deductibles or copays.
Tom York, 57, says he appreciates the law's mandate because, until this year, the deductible on his plan was $5,000, meaning that without that ACA provision, he and his wife would have had to pay full price for those services until the deductible was met. "A colonoscopy could cost $4,000," he says. "I can't say I would have skipped it, but I would have had to think hard about it."
Recent court decision may increase consumer health costs
Now health plans and self-insured employers — those that pay workers' and dependents' medical costs themselves — may consider imposing cost sharing for preventive services on their members and workers. That's because of a federal judge's Sept. 7 ruling in a Texas lawsuit filed by conservative groups claiming that the ACA's mandate that health plans pay the full cost of preventive services is unconstitutional.
U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor agreed with them. He ruled that the members of one of the three groups that make coverage recommendations, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, were not lawfully appointed under the Constitution because they were not nominated by the president and confirmed by the Senate.
If the preventive services coverage mandate is partly struck down, the result could be a confusing patchwork of health plan benefit designs offered in various industries and in different parts of the country. Patients who have serious medical conditions or are at high risk for such conditions may have a hard time finding a plan that fully covers preventive and screening services. Instead they'd have to pay a copayment or high deductible before their insurance plan would kick in to help cover the cost of expensive preventive screenings or services. Health plans that cover preventive services without requiring beneficiaries to first meet an annual deductible are said to have "first dollar coverage" for those health services.
In the same ruling last week, O'Connor held that requiring the plaintiffs to pay for HIV prevention drugs violates the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993. He's also considering throwing out the mandate for first-dollar coverage for contraceptives, which the plaintiffs also challenged under that statute. O'Connor postponed ruling on that and legal remedies until after he receives additional briefs from the parties to the lawsuit on Sept. 16. No matter what the judge does, the case is likely to be appealed by the federal government and could reach the Supreme Court.
Screening tests for cancer, diabetes, depression and STDs would be in jeopardy if the decision holds
If O'Connor were to order an immediate end to the no-cost coverage mandate for services that won approval from the preventive services task force, nearly half the recommended preventive services under the ACA would be in jeopardy. These include screening tests for cancer, diabetes, depression and sexually transmitted infections.
Many health plans and self-insured employers would likely react by imposing deductibles and copays for some or all the services recommended by the task force.
"Larger employers will evaluate what they cover first-dollar and what they don't cover," says Michael Thompson, CEO of the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions, a nonprofit group of employer and union health plans that work together to help reduce prices. He thinks health insurance companies and employers with high employee turnover are the likeliest to add cost sharing to their health plans.
'It reintroduces the chaos that the ACA was designed to fix'
That could destabilize the health insurance markets, says Katherine Hempstead, a senior policy adviser at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Insurers will design their preventive service benefits to attract the healthiest people so they can reduce their premiums, she predicts, saddling sicker and older people with skimpier coverage and higher out-of-pocket costs. "It reintroduces the chaos that the ACA was designed to fix," she says. "It becomes a race to the bottom."
The most probable services to be targeted for cost sharing are HIV prevention and contraception, says Dr. Jeff Levin-Scherz, population health leader at WTW (formerly Willis Towers Watson), who advises employers on health plans.
Studies have shown that eliminating cost sharing boosts the use of preventive services and saves lives. After the ACA required that Medicare cover colorectal cancer screenings without cost sharing, diagnoses of early-stage colorectal cancer increased 8% per year, improving life expectancy for thousands of seniors, according to a 2017 study published in the journal Health Affairs.
Adding cost sharing could mean hundreds or thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket spending for patients because many Americans are enrolled in high-deductible plans. In 2020, the average annual deductible in the individual insurance market was $4,364 for single coverage and $8,439 for family coverage, according to eHealth, a private, online insurance broker. For employer plans, it was $1,945 for an individual and $3,722 for families, according to KFF.
O'Connor upheld the constitutional authority of two other federal agencies that recommend preventive services for women and children and for immunizations, so first-dollar coverage for those services is not in jeopardy.
If the courts strike down the mandate for the preventive services task force's recommendations, health plan executives will face a tough decision. Mark Rakowski, president of the nonprofit Chorus Community Health Plans, says he strongly believes in the health value of preventive services and likes making them more affordable to enrollees by waiving deductibles and copayments.
But if the mandate is partly eliminated, he expects that competitors would establish deductibles and copays for preventive services to help make their premiums about 2% lower. Then, he says, he would be forced to do the same to keep his plans competitive on Wisconsin's ACA marketplace. "I hate to admit that we'd have to strongly consider following suit," Rakowski says, adding that he might offer other plans with no-cost preventive coverage and higher premiums.
The ACA's coverage rule for preventive services applies to private plans in the individual and group markets, which cover more than 150 million Americans. It is a popular provision of the law, favored by 62% of Americans, according to a 2019 KFF survey.
Spending on ACA-mandated preventive services is relatively small but not insignificant. It is 2% to 3.5% of total annual expenditures by private employer health plans, or about $100 to $200 per person, according to the Health Care Cost Institute, a nonprofit research group.
Several large commercial insurers and health insurance trade groups did not respond to requests for comment or declined to comment about what payers will do if the courts end the preventive services mandate.
Health disparities could increase
Experts fear that cost sharing for preventive services would hurt growing efforts to reduce health disparities.
"If it's left up to individual plans and employers to make these decisions about cost sharing, underserved Black and brown communities that have benefited from the removal of cost sharing will be disproportionally harmed," says Dr. A. Mark Fendrick, director of the University of Michigan Center for Value-Based Insurance Design, who helped draft the ACA's preventive services coverage section.
One service of particular concern is preexposure prophylaxis for HIV, or PrEP, a highly effective drug regimen that prevents high-risk people from acquiring HIV. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit in Texas claimed that having to pay for PrEP forces them to subsidize "homosexual behavior" to which they have religious objections.
Since 2020, health plans have been required to fully cover PrEP drugs and associated lab tests and doctor visits that otherwise can cost thousands of dollars a year. Of the 1.1 million people who could benefit from PrEP, 44% are Black and 25% are Hispanic, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Many also are low-income. Before the PrEP coverage rule took effect, only about 10% of eligible Black and Hispanic people had started PrEP treatment because of its high cost.
O'Connor, despite citing the evidence that PrEP drugs reduce HIV spread through sex by 99% and through injection drug use by 74%, held that the government did not show a compelling governmental interest in mandating no-cost coverage of PrEP.
"We're trying to make it easier to get PrEP, and there are plenty of barriers already," says Carl Schmid, executive director of the HIV + Hepatitis Policy Institute. "If first-dollar coverage went away, people won't pick up the drug. That would be extremely damaging for our efforts to end HIV and hepatitis."
Robert York, an LGBT activist who lives in Arlington, Va., who is not related to Tom York, has taken Descovy, a brand-name PrEP drug, for about six years. Having to pay cost sharing for the drug and associated tests every three months under his employer's health plan would force changes in his personal spending, he says. The retail price of the drug alone is about $2,000 a month.
But York, who's 54, stressed that reestablishing cost sharing for PrEP would affect people in lower-income and marginalized groups even more.
"We've been working so hard with the community to get PrEP into the hands of people who need it," he says. "Why is anyone targeting this?"
KHN (Kaiser Health News) is a national, editorially independent program of KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation).
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New data highlights need for concentrated focus on foundational reading and mathematics skills
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While more students are falling behind in foundational reading skills, some schools buck the trend with positive practice in the pandemic's wake, according to new research released by Curriculum Associates today.
The first report, The State of Student Learning in 2022, analyzes reading and mathematics data gathered from nearly two million Grades 1–8 students during the 2021–2022 school year via the edtech company's i-Ready Assessment tool. In a second report, Keys to Unlocking Success, Curriculum Associates identified 301 schools across the country at which students are exceeding learning expectations and conducted research to understand how school leaders are ushering their students and schools toward recovery.
"We're beginning the third full academic year since the pandemic began, and many school communities are still grappling with the impact of the massive 2020 disruptions," said Dr. Kristen Huff, vice president of assessment and research at Curriculum Associates. "The question is no longer if or how the pandemic affected student learning, it is if and how it can recover. It is critical to grow our understanding of what measurable shifts have occurred in student learning as we have more distance from 2020 and more investment in recovery efforts."
The research provides new insights on student learning trends by examining student data in relation to grade-level learning benchmarks—rather than in comparison to other students—to provide a unique view of learning rather than rank. It compares 2021–2022 student data with mid- and pre-pandemic data and also offers qualitative insights on impactful practices for accelerating student learning from leaders at schools that are exceeding expectations.
- Student achievement in reading and math at the end of 2021–2022 has not fully recovered from unfinished learning that occurred during the pandemic.
- The largest gaps in grade-level learning are in those key years where students are building and solidifying foundational reading and math skills.
- Recovery is occurring, with student learning in some areas approaching pre-pandemic levels.
- In some schools, students two or more grade levels below are exceeding expectations and experiencing more substantial learning growth.
The research shows that there are particular and critical points in students' math and reading journeys where they are finding it harder to catch up. Student learning in the critical years of foundational learning—early elementary reading and upper elementary and early middle school mathematics—suffered the greatest setback, with more students falling behind in building essential reading skills that they will need for the rest of their school years and lives. Additionally, students who were further behind before the pandemic are on the slowest trajectory to catch up to grade-level expectations. While data indicates improvements in achievement for historically marginalized students from spring 2021 to spring 2022, the learning inequities that existed long before and were exacerbated by the pandemic persist.
"Continuing to tell the story of the pandemic's impact on student learning and schools' recovery is essential," said Tyrone Holmes, chief inclusion officer at Curriculum Associates. "Our communities and parents need and deserve to know how our students are progressing academically, our education leaders need to know how their schools compare to trends across the nation and hear stories of recovery, and the research community needs to continue to track the true impact to inform policy making."
To learn more about Curriculum Associates' ongoing research on student learning, visit www.StateofStudentLearning.com.
Founded in 1969, Curriculum Associates, LLC designs research-based print and online instructional materials, screens and assessments, and data management tools. The company's products and outstanding customer service provide teachers and administrators with the resources necessary for teaching diverse student populations and fostering learning for all students.
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Car guy Biden to tout electric vehicles at Detroit auto show
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden, a gearhead with his own vintage Corvette, will showcase his administration’s efforts to promote electric vehicles during a visit to the Detroit auto show.
The Democratic president, who recently took a spin in his pine-green 1967 Stingray with Jay Leno for a segment on CNBC’s “Jay Leno’s Garage,” may get the chance to slide behind the wheel of a new vehicle Wednesday during his stop in Detroit. He doesn’t get many chances anymore in the driver’s seat; he’s not allowed to drive on public roads as president.
But he’s mostly going to the North American International Auto Show to talk shop, plugging the huge new climate, tax and health care law that offers tax incentives for buying electric vehicles.
While Biden has been taking credit for the recent boom in electric vehicle battery and assembly plant announcements, most were in the works long before the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law on Aug. 16. Biden’s 2021 infrastructure legislation could have something to do with it — it provides $5 billion over five years to help states create a network of EV charging stations.
Under the newest law, electric vehicles must be built in North America to be eligible for a new federal tax credit of up to $7,500. Batteries for qualifying vehicles also must be made in North America, and there are requirements for battery minerals to be produced or recycled on the continent. The credits are aimed at creating a U.S. electric vehicle supply chain and ending dependence on other countries, mainly China.
Passage of the measure set off a scramble by automakers to speed up efforts to find North American-made batteries and battery minerals from the U.S., Canada or Mexico to make sure EVs are eligible for the credit.
In April, Ford started building electric pickup trucks at a new Michigan factory. General Motors has revamped an old factory in Detroit to make electric Hummers and pickups.
Long before legislators reached a compromise on the legislation, each company announced three EV battery factories, all joint ventures with battery makers. A GM battery plant in Warren, Ohio, has already started manufacturing. A government loan announced in July will help GM build its battery factories.
Ford said last September it would build the next generation of electric pickups at a plant in Tennessee, and GM has announced EV assembly plants in Lansing, Michigan; Spring Hill, Tennessee; and Orion Township, Michigan. In May, Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, said it would build another joint venture battery factory in Indiana, and it has announced a battery plant in Canada.
Hyundai announced battery and assembly plants in May to be built in Georgia, and Vietnamese automaker VinFast announced factories in North Carolina in July. Honda and Toyota both announced U.S. battery plants after the act was passed, but they had been planned for months.
Biden has been talking for a long time about the importance of building a domestic EV supply chain, and that may have prodded some of the companies to locate factories in the U.S. But it’s also advantageous to build batteries near where EVs will be assembled because the batteries are heavy and costly to ship from overseas.
And auto companies are rolling out more affordable electric options even despite battery costs. The latest came last week from General Motors, a Chevrolet Equinox small SUV. It has a starting price around $30,000 and a range-per-charge of 250 miles, or 400 kilometers. Buyers can get range of 300 miles, or 500 kilometers, if they pay more.
The Equinox checks the North American assembly box. It will be made in Mexico. The company won’t say where the battery will be made but it is working on meeting the other criteria for getting the tax credit.
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Krisher reported from Detroit.
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SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RizePoint, a technology leader in food safety, quality management, and compliance, will present at the FSTEC conference along with client Focus Brands International, a division of Focus Brands LLC ("Focus Brands"), a leading developer of iconic, global foodservice brands. The organizations will spotlight the new, collaborative, remote auditing program Focus Brands International is conducting at their brands' franchised locations. RizePoint developed the program on their Quality Management Platform, allowing Focus Brands International to schedule and conduct visits, collect data, and pull reports.
RizePoint and Focus Brands International will jointly present at FSTEC, a food service and technology conference, to be held in Grapevine, TX from September 19 through September 21, 2022. The event offers three days of innovative insights, products, and connections.
"RizePoint and Focus Brands International will discuss the significant benefits of supportive and collaborative auditing practices as well as the advantages and huge, unmatched ROI of virtual auditing vs. a traditional, third-party auditing approach. Audit reports could be used to support failed inspections and default franchisees under the agreement. We are thrilled to be joined onstage by Johnny Tellez, Vice President of Focus Brands International, who will talk about how operational assessments lead to operational excellence. He will also outline the merits of the program they implemented with RizePoint's solutions," said RizePoint President Kari Hensien.
"We're confident that a collaborative auditing model is the right approach for food brands moving forward. We're so pleased to showcase our work with Focus Brands International, which is leading the charge, spearheading this positive shift in auditing. Equipped with RizePoint's unique and innovative technology, Focus Brands International is building a collaborative culture, experiencing tremendous growth, and enjoying extraordinary results as they unveil the future of virtual auditing," Hensien added.
RizePoint excels at building technology that allows trained brand coaches to visit remote locations, conduct audits, assess results, and determine when/if corrective actions must be taken. Its best-in-class solutions are complete, comprehensive, and user-friendly, boosting visibility, accuracy, and efficiency across enterprises. RizePoint provides everything that companies need to conduct audits, inspections, and self-assessments to uncover insights that help protect their brands.
RizePoint's auditing solutions allow brand coaches to inspect locations remotely, in the language and time-zone of the store operators. From one location, our technology enables valuable data to be captured and measured against store performance. Remote audits also save significant time and money vs. conducting in-person audits. RizePoint's document management application establishes a single source of truth for a brand's safety and quality specifications, standards, and compliance documents. Companies can also use search-driven analytics to sort through tremendous amounts of data, drilling down to each specific location, issue, and trend.
"Great facility management is about maintaining exceptional compliance standards across your business so customers can experience brand consistency at every location. RizePoint's solutions are helping Focus Brands International automate its processes, clarify communication, and get fast, accurate reporting to support its brands' franchisees globally," Hensien explained.
"At Focus Brands International, maintaining consistent brand standards and providing exceptional customer service has always been a top priority. With an increase in global presence, coupled with the recent restrictions placed on travel, traditional in-person audits alone became more difficult. RizePoint's technology provided us the ability to virtually visit stores at least 4-6 times per year to provide the type of support that our brands' franchisees needed," said Beto Guajardo, President of Focus Brands International.
Today, Focus Brands International can conduct virtual visits, appropriately termed Operations Excellence Reviews (OERs), from a single location in Costa Rica. The RizePoint software allows trained brand coaches to review the operational performance of each brand location in real-time using video technology. Results include:
- Time spent per review is 65-75 percent lower.
- Online coaching costs are a fraction of in-person reviews.
- Reviews give store operators specific, actionable feedback.
"We believe our revolutionary software can help shape the future of franchising," said Hensien.
For 22+ years, RizePoint has offered quality management software solutions that help companies keep brand promises through their quality, safety, and compliance efforts. Customers gather better data, see necessary actions earlier, and act faster to correct issues before they become costly liabilities. Visit rizepoint.com.
Atlanta-based Focus Brands is a leading developer of global multi-channel foodservice brands. Focus Brands, through its affiliate brands, is the franchisor and operator of more than 6,000 restaurants, cafes, ice cream shoppes, and bakeries in the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and over 50 foreign countries under the brand names Auntie Anne's®, Carvel®, Cinnabon®, Jamba®, Moe's Southwest Grill®, McAlister's Deli®, and Schlotzsky's®, as well as Seattle's Best Coffee® on certain military bases and in certain international markets. Please visit www.focusbrands.com to learn more.
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An Uber driver, who took traffic cops on a wild goose chase from Granger Bay to Claremont, was nabbed after he knocked over a traffic officer.
It is alleged that the Uber driver, Jambert Maniragaba, knocked the officer down in Granger Bay on Monday around 1pm and fled after they stopped him for a routine check.
He then sped off in his silver Hyundai Accent but law enforcement was informed and managed to arrest him just after 2pm in Claremont.
Law enforcement spokesperson Wayne Dyason said: “Armed with the registration number and a description of the vehicle from a fellow traffic officer on scene, an all-points-bulletin was circulated to all units.
“The vehicle involved was discovered a short while later in Claremont and the driver was detained.
“The suspect, a contracted e-hailing driver, was transported to Sea Point police station and arrested for charges of assault with intention to cause grievous bodily harm.”
Dyason said the officer who was knocked down sustained minor injuries and was hospitalised but was discharged the same day.
According to another traffic officer who was on the scene, the Uber driver tried to evade the officers after he was pulled over during a routine check.
“It was a simple stop and check and while we were checking the driver’s details, he put his car into gear and tried to run away from us but he struck my partner.
“We gave chase and he drove towards Woodstock. The chase continued until we caught up with him in Claremont off the Main Road where the arrest was made.”
He said when they arrested the suspect, he gave his name and said he worked as an Uber driver.
Uber spokesperson Mpho Sebelebele said: “Uber’s safety support team have investigated this and has confirmed the incident that has been captured hasn’t been reported on the app.
“Our law enforcement relations team (LERT) is open to working closely with the local police to provide the necessary information for any reported incidents.”
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Combined solution offers lenders full end-to-end loan product solution
SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LoanPro, a leader in loan servicing software, announced their partnership with Anovaa, a next generation consumer loan origination platform. LoanPro now combines their proven lending platform, which seeks to simplify the loan servicing process, with Anovaa's expertise in loan origination, and their goal to unify the lending process to solve pain-points for lenders, no matter the size.
About the partnership, CRO of LoanPro, Lloyd Roberts says "Anovaa is a strong player in the personal and student loan origination space. LoanPro is pleased to partner with Anovaa to provide lenders with an end-to-end loan origination & loan servicing solution. By combining both Anovaa's & LoanPro's tech-forward offerings, lenders are the ultimate beneficiaries of our partnership."
"Partnerships across the financial technology sector continue to promote innovation and growth," said Brandon Ferris, Chief Product Officer at Anovaa. "Our partnership with LoanPro will support our current and future mutual clients for years to come."
This partnership will give users of LoanPro and Anovaa complete control over the entire loan lifecycle, beginning with Anovaa's robust origination solution, and continuing with LoanPro's ability to service loans and empower collections.
LoanPro is a loan management platform which specializes in the servicing of loans, but powers financial innovation by giving users the tech they need to bring their lending ideas to life. Built on its own API, LoanPro unites with its users existing software, while encouraging the use of powerful integrations and unifying all aspects of the loan lifecycle in a single platform.
For more information on LoanPro, visit loanpro.io.
Anovaa is a financial technology company designed to help lenders of all sizes stand up or digitally transform their loan programs. Using the Anovaa originations platform, banks, credit unions and other lenders can configure their end-to-end customer experience in as little as 30 days. As part of Entech Consulting, Anovaa has helped lenders originate over $100 billion across personal loans, student loans and education loan refinancing.
For more information, visit anovaa.com.
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CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- infiniRel received a significant investment in their renewable energy startup from American Wire Group (AWG), the nation's leading supplier of cable and wire products for renewable energy and electrical utilities. A portion of the investment was designated for infiniRel's Wefunder Campaign bringing that raise to $126,850 to date.
infiniRel is part of mHUB's Climate and EnergyTech Accelerator for startups and is developing preventive diagnostics to improve the output, efficiency, and reliability of power electronics (inverters) at renewable energy plants.
Joshua Dorfman, President of AWG, said, "The output of inverters, that infiniRel safeguards, travels through AWG's cables to utilities to power our homes and charge our EVs. infiniRel's revolutionary technology will increase this output at existing renewable energy plants. Increasing the reliability of the grid and preventing blackouts is the shared mission of our two companies. Our investment is one part of the important relationship we are building with infiniRel."
Bert Wank, CEO at infiniRel, agreed, "Increasing the reliability and profitability of renewable energy plants is good for both of our businesses and for our world. AWG's extensive manufacturing expertise, and vendor and customer relationships in the renewable energy sector, will benefit our product development cycle and give us better market access. AWG have been in the renewable energy sector for over 20 years and understand the scope of the problem our technology solves."
infiniRel is based in Santa Cruz, California. Wank is at mHUB in Chicago until December to participate the hands-on accelerator focused on hardtech product development and commercialization. infiniRel was one eight teams chosen from hundreds of global applicants to work with mHUB's state-of-the-art facilities for prototyping, product development and to connect with influential investors. The accelerator program includes a $175,000 investment.
infiniRel's Inverter Health Scanner is a hardware-enabled, algorithmically driven tool using machine learning to predict power component failures. Like an electrocardiogram (EKG) for your heart, stress signals are used to calculate an overall risk score and provide a corrective prescription.
infiniRel's Wefunder campaign is ongoing. Wefunder is equity crowdfunding service which connects startups with investors online. Both accredited and non-accredited investors can invest.
Wank added, "Anyone can invest into a reliable and affordable renewable energy future through our Wefunder Campaign."
Find out more about infiniRel here: https://www.infinirel.com/
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VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - NorZinc Ltd. (TSX: NZC) (OTCQB: NORZF) (the "Company" or "NorZinc") is pleased to announce the initiation of a feasibility study level metallurgical test program on its Prairie Creek Project ("Prairie Creek" of the "Project") located in the Dehcho Region of the Northwest Territories, Canada. The Company has engaged SGS Canada Inc., one of the leading technical services providers, to conduct a full and comprehensive test program with the objective of finalizing milling parameters and performance characteristics for the planned first 3-5 years of production. Drilling, which commenced in June 2022, remains well underway with drillcore samples already out for delivery to an assay laboratory September 13, 2022.
Running concurrently with this drill program is a geotechnical study utilizing the same holes, aimed at improving dilution estimates for mineralized material to be extracted during the same first 3–5-year time period in the mine plan. The geotechnical program involves acquiring oriented structural data through the use of oriented drillcore, acoustic and optical downhole televiewer scanning, manual geotechnical logging, and rock mechanics testing of all relevant lithologies. The field data collection program is being carried out by Terrane Geosciences with oversight by Mining One and Mostert Consulting.
The drill program, which the Company announced and commenced earlier this year on June 19, is approximately 2/3 complete with 3,700m drilled to date. Another 1,000m-1,500m of drilling is still planned with successful completion of the drill campaign aimed at generating the final amount of material required for comprehensive metallurgical testing of 3 composites by SGS as follow-up work. As the geotechnical study requires fewer holes than required for the metallurgical program, it is expected the field component of the geotechnical study will conclude near the end of this month.
All drillcore samples from these programs will be fed into metallurgical testing with SGS Laboratories but will initially be submitted for various rock mechanics and traditional base and precious metal assays in the coming weeks, with assays being handled by ALS Laboratories in North Vancouver. Final assay results are expected in late November, with metallurgical testing to be initiated immediately after.
Results will be incorporated into updated resource and reserve models, in order to provide an updated mine plan incorporating the additional confidence these summer field programs are expected to bring. In addition, the Company expects to follow up on the above drill programs with a smaller <1,000m channel twinning program if weather conditions allow, using the on-site surface drill rigs to core into the Main Quartz Vein ("MQV") near the historical underground channel samples, to confirm the validity of that dataset.
"As the Company continues to make permitting progress with the recent receipt of the Land Use Permit portion of the mine operating licence, we are pleased to continue to advance the Project and commence the metallurgical test program as apart of preparing the project for an updated feasibility study and definitive offtake agreements," said Rohan Hazelton, President & CEO, NorZinc. "Metallurgical testing represents a critical step in successfully transforming an exploration stage project into an economically viable mining opportunity and we are pleased to have engaged SGS Canada to complete this next phase with us which will ensure this study is conducted to the highest standards."
NorZinc is a TSX-listed mine development Company trading under the symbol "NZC" and on the OTCQB under the symbol "NORZF". NorZinc is focused on developing its 100%-owned high-grade zinc-silver-lead Prairie Creek Project, located in the Northwest Territories.
This news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends", "expects" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should", "would" or will "potentially" or "likely" occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as "forward‐looking statements", are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, statements regarding the completion of drilling and the metallurgical test program, management's expectations regarding the results of drilling and metallurgical testing, management's expectations regarding incorporation of the assay results into updated resource and reserve models, management's expectations regarding an updated mine plan, and management's expectations regarding a follow-up channel twinning program.
These forward‐looking statements involve numerous risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially from results suggested in any forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among other things: the risk that completion and results of drilling and the metallurgical testing may not complete or occur within management's anticipated timelines or at all, the risk that the assay results may not be incorporated into updated resource and reserve models as expected or at all, the risk that an updated mine plan may not materialize as expected or at all, and the risk that a follow-up channel twinning program is not undertaken as expected or at all.
In making the forward-looking statements in this news release, the Company has applied several material assumptions which the Company believes to be reasonable, including without limitation, assumptions regarding the completion of drilling and the metallurgical test program, the results of drilling and metallurgical testing, the incorporation of the assay results into updated resource and reserve models, the plans for an updated mine plan, and the plans for a follow-up channel twinning program.
Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial out-look that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. We seek safe harbor.
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Index inclusion may fuel only short term gains in Indian rupee, bonds - DBS
MUMBAI, Sept 14 (Reuters) - The addition of Indian bonds to global indexes could fuel only short-term gains in rupee and bonds, with focus shifting to other factors after the announcement, DBS said.
"Beyond that buoyancy, the prospect that bulk of the benefits will accrue in FY24, and (with) some part of the flows already front-running the news, further currency strength is likely to be kept in check," senior economist Radhika Rao said in a note.
Bond yields have fallen over the past few sessions, amid a buying spree led by bets that the inclusion announcement may happen as early as next month.
India's benchmark 10-year bond yield was down four basis points in September, after easing 13 bps in the previous month, as talks of index inclusion gathered pace.
Indian rupee was trading largely unchanged for September, after depreciating for eight consecutive months through August.
In the past, the Reserve Bank of India has mopped up dollars to add to their foreign reserves, DBS said.
"With the RBI´s strong presence in the spot and forward space in the past eight-nine months already resulting in $88-$90 bn fall in reserves, fresh inflows will provide a timely opportunity to rebuild defences," DBS' Rao added.
The RBI's foreign exchange reserves declined to $553.1 billion in the week ended Sept. 2, their lowest since October 2020 and down by $8 billion from the previous week.
Meanwhile, elevated supply of bonds in the second half of this financial year will bring focus back to incremental demand, resulting in a gradual rise of yields, the house said.
India aims to raise 14.31 trillion rupees on a gross basis through sale of bonds this year, of which 5.86 trillion rupees of supply is slated to hit the market in October-March. (Reporting by Dharamraj Lalit Dhutia; Editing by Dhanya Ann Thoppil)
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WASHINGTON — Bill Richardson, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and a frequent emissary in hostage negotiations who has worked to secure the releases of WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan, visited Moscow this week and held meetings with Russian leaders, a person familiar with the matter said Tuesday night.
The visit came as American officials have continued to press Russia to release Griner, who was sentenced last month to nine years in prison in a drug possession case, and Whelan, a Michigan corporate security executive serving a 16-year sentence on espionage-related charges. The U.S. government regards both as wrongfully detained.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced in July that the U.S. had made a “substantial proposal” to Russia to facilitate a swap. Though he did not detail the terms, a person familiar the matter said the U.S. had offered to release convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout.
In in interview with The Associated Press last month, Richardson said he was hopeful about the chances of a two-for-two prisoner swap. In cases like this, Richardson said at the time, “it’s proportional — two-for two.”
The person who confirmed Richardson's visit insisted on anonymity to discuss private negotiations. The Richardson Center for Global Engagement, which Richardson founded, issued a statement declining to comment on his visit. The nature of the dialogue and any outcome were not immediately clear.
CNN was first to report Richardson's visit.
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Initial ETF Lineup to include the Ultra Short Income and Tax-Aware Short Duration Municipal Strategies
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (NYSE: AB) and AllianceBernstein L.P., a leading global investment management and research firm, announced today the launch of its first set of active exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE): the AB Ultra Short Income ETF (NYSE: YEAR) and the AB Tax-Aware Short Duration Municipal ETF (NYSE: TAFI). Global trading firm Jane Street will be the Lead Market Maker on both products and will bring extensive industry experience and pricing expertise to AB's ETFs.
"For over 50 years, AB has remained committed to innovation and growth, continuously providing investment solutions and capabilities to help meet expanding client needs," said Seth Bernstein, President and Chief Executive Officer at AB. "Launching our first of many active ETFs is a milestone in our firm's history and a testament to not only our talented team of professionals, but the thoughtfulness of our unique investment strategy and dedication to our clients."
Launching active ETFs is a natural extension of AB's existing capabilities and expertise as the firm seeks to bring products to market that are both functional and practical for investors. AB has prioritized fixed income solutions for the firm's first launch, given client preference and needs on short duration yield generating solutions in the current rising rate environment. The firm's ETFs will make AB investment solutions even more accessible to both existing and new clients.
- (NYSE: YEAR): The AB Ultra Short Income ETF, an actively managed ETF, seeks to provide current income, consistent with preservation of capital. The ETF aims to deliver higher levels of yield relative to cash or cash-like investments, while aiming for capital preservation in all market cycles.
- (NYSE: TAFI): The AB Tax-Aware Short Duration Municipal ETF, an actively managed municipal bond strategy, seeks to provide relative stability of principal and a moderate rate of after-tax return and income. The ETF offers municipal bond investors a distinct complement to their core allocations providing the opportunity to help maximize after-tax income and returns using shorter maturity bonds and opportunistic exposure to treasuries and taxable bonds.
"Today's ETF launch is an exciting achievement for our firm," said Noel Archard, Global Head of ETFs and Portfolio Solutions at AB. "ETFs have evolved into an important execution tool across asset classes, and amidst the recent market volatility, we feel it is critical to offer our clients diversity and efficiency. Our first set of actively managed Fixed Income ETFs draws on AB's deep research and expertise across both taxable and non-taxable Fixed Income. We will build upon this momentum to deliver an ETF lineup over time, which will reflect AB's longstanding commitment to research excellence, investment discipline, and our clients."
Earlier this year, the firm announced Noel Archard, CFA, joined the firm as Global Head of ETFs and Portfolio Solutions. AB has continued to bolster its ETF efforts with the addition of Anita Rausch joining the firm as Global Head of ETF Capital Markets, Julie Gunts, an AB veteran leading Global Strategy & Partnerships, Brett Sheely as Head of ETF Specialists, and Jason Thalmann as ETF Operations Manager. The Global ETF team at AB has a combined average of two decades of experience in the ETF and financial services industry. While AB is starting with active fixed income ETFs in the U.S., its intent over time is to expand globally among multiple asset classes.
For more information on AB's ETF's, please visit www.ABFunds.com/go/ETFs.
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 August 31, 2022, AllianceBernstein had $667 billion in assets under management. Additional information about AB may be found on our website, www.alliancebernstein.com.
Risks to Consider
Investing in ETFs involves risks, including loss of principal.
YEAR—Market Risk: The market values of the portfolio's holdings rise and fall from day to day, so investments may lose value. Interest-Rate Risk: As interest rates rise, bond prices fall and vice versa; long-term securities tend to rise and fall more than short-term securities. Credit Risk: A bond's credit rating reflects the issuer's ability to make timely payments of interest or principal—the lower the rating, the higher the risk of default. If the issuer's financial strength deteriorates, the issuer's rating may be lowered, and the bond's value may decline. Inflation Risk: Prices for goods and services tend to rise over time, which may erode the purchasing power of investments. Other Investment Companies Risk: To the extent the Fund invests in other funds, shareholders will bear layers of asset-based expenses (to the extent these expenses are not reimbursed), which could reduce returns. Foreign (Non-US) Risk: Non-US securities may be more volatile because of the political, regulatory, market and economic uncertainties associated with such securities. Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the investment or reduce returns. These risks are magnified in emerging or developing markets. New Fund Risk: The Fund is recently organized, giving prospective investors a limited track record on which to base their investment decision.
TAFI—Bond Risk: The Fund is subject to the same risks as the underlying bonds in the portfolio, such as credit and interest-rate risk. As interest rates rise, the value of bond prices will decline. Below-Investment-Grade Securities Risk: Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (aka "junk bonds") are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific municipal or corporate developments and negative performance of the junk bond market generally, and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities. Municipal Market Risk: Economic conditions, political or legislative changes, public health crises, uncertainties related to the tax status of municipal securities or the rights of investors in these securities may negatively impact the yield or value of a municipal security. Tax Risk: The US government and Congress may periodically consider changes in federal tax law that could limit or eliminate the federal tax exemption for municipal bond income, which would in effect reduce the income shareholders receive from the Fund by increasing taxes on that income. Derivatives Risk: Investing in derivative instruments such as options, futures, forwards or swaps can be riskier than traditional investments, and may be more volatile, especially in a down market. Below-Investment-Grade Securities Risk: Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as "junk bonds") tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. Leverage Risk: Trying to enhance investment returns by borrowing money or using other leverage transactions such as reverser purchase agreements magnifies both gains and losses, resulting in greater volatility. New Fund Risk: The Fund is recently organized, giving prospective investors a limited track record on which to base their investment decision.
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund/Portfolio carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
AllianceBernstein ETFs are distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC, in the US only.
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ISLAMABAD (AP) — Afghan and Pakistani authorities blamed each other Wednesday for an overnight clash at the border that caused casualties on both sides.
Taliban in a statement Wednesday said that Afghan authorities tried to stop Pakistani forces form building a check point close to the border in eastern Paktia province’s Dand-e Patan district, but the Pakistani forces opened fire.
Pakistan’s military said in a statement that three soldiers were killed in the country’s northwest by militant fire from across the Afghan border Tuesday night. The attack hit a border security post in Kurram, a district in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
Bilal Karimi, deputy spokesman for the Taliban’s government said that by understanding, no military installations can be built near the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
But Pakistani forces tried to build a post. Some people approached them to talk and discuss the matter, when suddenly the Pakistani forces opened fire, said Karimi.
“The issue is under investigation and (Taliban) leaders have been informed,” Karimi said.
Both Pakistan and Afghanistan accuse each other of providing sanctuaries to their enemy insurgents — something both sides deny.
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Businesses, White House plan for possible rail strike Friday
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Business and government officials are bracing for the possibility of a nationwide rail strike at the end of this week while talks carry on between the largest U.S. freight railroads and their unions.
The railroads have already started to curtail shipments of hazardous materials and have announced plans to stop hauling refrigerated products ahead of Friday’s strike deadline. Now businesses that rely on Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific, BNSF, CSX, Kansas City Southern and other railroads to deliver their raw materials and finished products have started planning for the worst.
Meanwhile, Biden administration officials are scrambling to develop a plan to use trucks, ships and planes to try to keep the most crucial chemicals and other goods moving if the railroads stop rolling. But the White House is also keeping the pressure on the two sides to settle their differences, and a growing number of business groups are lobbying Congress to be prepared to intervene and block a strike if they can’t reach an agreement.
“We have made crystal clear to the interested parties the harm that American families, business and farmers and communities would experience if they were not to reach a resolution,” White House press secretary Jean-Pierre said Tuesday. She said a shutdown is “not acceptable.”
In addition to all the businesses that rely on railroads to deliver their goods, passenger railroads are also affected because many of them operate on tracks owned by one of the freight railroads. Amtrak has already canceled several of its long-distance trains because there wouldn’t be enough time for them to reach their destinations before a strike or lockout would be allowed to begin at 12:01 a.m. Friday.
Amtrak already suspended its California Zephyr and Empire Builder lines that run from Chicago to the West Coast, and starting Wednesday it will stop running its City of New Orleans, Starlight and Texas Eagle lines along with several others.
Commuter railroads would also be affected. In Chicago, Metra warned its riders that it wouldn’t be able to run most of its trains if there is a strike.
The railroads have reached tentative agreements with most of their unions, including a ninth deal announced Tuesday, based on the recommendations of a Presidential Emergency Board Joe Biden appointed this summer that called for 24% raises and $5,000 in bonuses in a five-year deal that’s retroactive to 2020. The deal also includes one additional paid leave day a year and higher health insurance costs.
But all 12 railroad unions must agree to prevent a strike. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen union that represents engineers, and the Transportation Division of the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers union that represents conductors want the railroads to address some of their concerns about unpredictable work schedules and strict attendance rules in addition to agreeing to the recommended wage increases.
Ron Kaminkow, general secretary of the Railroad Workers United labor coalition that includes workers from a variety of railroad unions, said he doesn’t think the unions are demanding much at this point — just the kind of things most U.S. workers already enjoy like the ability to take time off without being penalized.
“We have attendance policies that have gotten more and more and more draconian, that offer very, very little leeway for workers who need to take time off for doctor’s appointments, for time with family, to be rested,” Kaminkow said.
Starting Monday, all the major railroads put a hold on shipments of hazardous materials to ensure those dangerous chemicals wouldn’t be stranded along the tracks if there is a strike. Norfolk Southern told its customers that it will also stop accepting shipments of intermodal containers full of goods starting Wednesday evening as it prepares “for a controlled shutdown of the network.”
Some businesses would likely be affected more than others by a rail shutdown. For instance, nearly all ethanol and coal and most grain moves by rail.
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Associated Press Writers Seung Min Kim and Zeke Miller contributed to this report from Washington D.C.
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CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SDI Presence LLC (SDI), an IT consultancy and managed services provider (MSP), today announced the addition of Ms. Ramona Prieto to its Advisory Board. Providing strategic guidance on the firm's expansion in current and new markets, SDI's Advisory Board also includes technology industry veteran Mr. Anjan Mehta, and former President of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) Ms. Joset Wright-Lacy.
Prieto, currently serving as Head of Public Policy & Communications, Western US at Uber, brings a decade of government relations, public policy, and public relations experience to SDI Presence. Prior to Uber, Prieto served over six years on the leadership team at Pacific Gas & Electric Company, one of the largest combination natural gas and electric utilities in the United States. Prieto is also an active member of Hispanas Organized for Political Equality.
"As a trusted advisor to State and Local Government (SLG) and Utility looking to modernize their technologies, SDI Presence is thrilled to add Ramona's expertise in utilities and community engagement to our Advisory Board," stated David A. Gupta, SDI Presence Founder and Chief Executive Officer. "Ramona is highly respected for her leadership and operational experience at PG&E and Uber, is culturally aligned with SDI's mission and core values, and her California roots overlap directly with SDI's growing client base across the West Coast."
SDI has built a 25-year track record of successfully delivering on long-term, mission-critical IT services contracts that also leverage the project work scope to build partner MBE firms' capacity in a strategic manner. The firm commits significant resources to its MBE partner network through business partnerships and mentoring. SDI spent over 53% with diverse partners in 2021, continuing SDI's commitment to a 40% minimum yearly diverse corporate spend since 2018.
"I am really proud to be joining the advisory board and the opportunity to work with the broader SDI Presence leadership team. The breadth of services and capacity to scale, aligned with their deep value in community engagement makes SDI poised for real impact" said Prieto. "I have watched SDI's growth in critical spaces, like local government, safety and utilities with great interest, and I'm looking forward to seeing their operational performance and diversity goals set the industry standard."
About SDI (SDI Presence LLC):
SDI Presence LLC is an IT consultancy and managed services provider (MSP) that leverages its strong team presence to advance our clients to a secure digital enterprise. With a 25-year corporate resume, SDI delivers strategic managed services, IT consulting, and hybrid infrastructure solutions to optimize our clients' technology environments. SDI is NMSDC-certified, with a portfolio of clients that includes some of the nation's largest airports, utilities, commercial real estate portfolios, and government agencies. SDI is backed by Abry Partners, a Boston-based sector focused private equity firm with $5B under management and over 30 years of experience in the technology market. Visit us at sdipresence.com and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
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TSX: SIL | NYSE American: SILV
VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SilverCrest Metals Inc. ("SilverCrest" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on commissioning activities at the Company's Las Chispas Mine ("Las Chispas" or the "Mine") located in Sonora, Mexico. All currency amounts herein are presented in United States Dollars, unless otherwise stated.
- Processing plant metallurgical recovery and daily throughput are trending ahead of Feasibility Study* ramp-up projections; For August 2022, actual average recovery of 96.2% gold ("Au") and 85.6% silver ("Ag"), or 90.7% silver equivalent ("AgEq")** and average tonnage throughput of 784 tonnes per day ("tpd") were achieved
- Project fully energized by grid power; reliability not at steady state but expected to improve in Q4, 2022
- Underground in-vein and waste development continue to track Feasibility Study projections, production stoping underway and ramping up
- Underground mine ramping up to 600 to 700 tpd by end of 2022 compared to 750 tpd in the Feasibility Study; continued focus on dilution and ore recovery
- First metal sale expected in Q3, 2022, commercial production on schedule for Q4, 2022
- Community efforts advanced with key 2022 projects approaching completion
- Well-funded ahead of first full year of production in 2023
- Updated Technical Report remains on schedule for H1, 2023
Pierre Beaudoin, COO, remarked, "Starting up a new mining operation is a dynamic period, and our team and contractors continue to navigate and address mostly typical ramp-up issues. Overall, we are pleased with the performance of the processing plant to date. Metal recoveries, plant throughput and the availability of the plant itself have generally tracked favorably when compared to the expectations outlined in the Feasibility Study. The project continues to benefit from the sizable surface stockpiles which have allowed the underground operation to be ramped up at a measured pace."
N. Eric Fier, CPG, P.Eng, and CEO, stated, "We are extremely proud of how our team and contractors having navigated the construction process and transition to commissioning, which remains on track at Las Chispas. We remain focused on managing risk and are happy to have the financial flexibility to address the challenges and opportunities that will come our way".
During the first three months of commissioning, the Las Chispas processing plant has performed in-line or ahead of the design curve on all metrics. Throughput, recoveries, and plant availability have all shown month over month improvements.
A total of 53,600 tonnes of material have been processed since start-up with August 2022 average throughput of 784 tpd, up 46% from July 2022 as shown in Figure 1. It is still expected that the design plant throughput of 1,250 tpd will be reached in Q4, 2022. Grades to the plant have remained low during the initial months of processing as most ore continues to be intentionally sourced from historic low-grade stockpiles.
Recoveries are tracking ahead of the planned ramp-up projections as shown in Figure 2 with August 2022 recoveries averaging 96.2% Au and 85.6% Ag or 90.7% AgEq as compared to the August 2022 ramp-up projection of 81.5% AgEq.
Plant availability has continued to increase since the start of commissioning (Figure 3), with availability in August 2022 of 81%, up from 65% in June 2022.
While the processing plant ramp-up has generally been trending favorably when compared to the Feasibility Study ramp-up projections, minor modifications have been required to the circuit to address lower dissolved oxygen than planned. Temporary modifications were implemented in late August 2022 and have addressed the initial challenges encountered. The permanent modifications, while minor, are more intrusive, and will be implemented during planned down-time before the end of 2022.
Ore feed continues to be sourced primarily from the historic lower grade stockpiles as the processing plant and underground production continue to ramp-up. The stockpile at the end of August 2022 is estimated at 300,000 tonnes and is comprised of the historic low-grade stockpile and pre-production stockpiles which have been generated from mining, since 2019. The stockpiles will continue to represent the bulk of the processing plant feed in 2022, but underground ore will also be used to start focused batch grade reconciliation with the process plant.
As underground ore begins to be a source of processing plant feed, the focus will be on determining the reconciliation of the reserve mined grades to the processing plant. It is expected that when the processing plant feed is sourced more consistently from the underground, the results from these reconciliation efforts, including grades, will be available in greater detail.
Plant grades and produced ounces will be announced with quarterly production results in Q4, 2022.
The construction of the 55 kilometre ("km") powerline managed by SilverCrest was completed in Q2, 2022 and as of August 2022 was 100% operational inclusive of all required supporting equipment (Harmonic Filters and Power Factor Correctors). The Las Chispas operation is connected to the Comision Federal de Electricidad ("CFE") grid but at a capacity limited to 6.4 MW via a temporary CFE bypass. This limited grid power connection is adequate to support all major elements of the operation, however, the stability has been below target which has resulted in some minor production delays and disruptions. The final connection (7.6 MW) to the refurbished CFE Power line (now at 80% completion) is scheduled for Q4, 2022 and is expected to improve the stability of the connection.
The temporary diesel deneration system has now been disconnected and demobilized from Las Chispas. The processing plant and the Mine are equipped with Emergency Diesel Power generation systems.
In 2022, an additional 5.1 km of underground development has been completed at the Mine, bringing the total to 22.6 km. In-vein drifting represents 5.5 km of this total. A total of 109,000 tonnes of ore have been mined from development and stoping activities in 2022 up to the end of August 2022, approximately 9% below the Feasibility Study target.
The ramp up of underground stoping continues to progress. As stated in the Feasibility Study, the focus during production ramp-up is the refinement of mining methods and implementation of grade control procedures. These procedures involve the collection and use of detailed geological, geotechnical and operational data to adjust mine plans and stope designs to minimize dilution and maximize ore recovery.
The Company now anticipates ramping-up the underground mine to between 600 and 700 tpd by the end of Q4, 2022, lower than the 750 tpd stated in the Feasibility Study.
Safety has remained a top priority at Las Chispas. With the commencement of production, our team has focused its attention on the changing nature of the risks encountered in the stoping processes and interaction with our main underground contractor. COVID-19 prevention measures remain in place and there have been no outbreaks that have impacted production efforts.
The Company is progressing work related to the potential impacts of climate change for both Las Chispas and the local community. The initial results for the physical risk assessment portion of the work related to the Task Force for Climate Related Financial Disclosures ("TCFD") are expected in Q4, 2022 along with a water stewardship plan that will include and consider the findings of the TCFD data. Work to address the risks and opportunities from our findings has already begun.
Our community efforts have continued in earnest in 2022, with the focus being execution of a multi-year major water infrastructure project that is focused on improving the sewage system and the water infrastructure for the local community and ranching, and farming industries. This investment includes upgrades to three main infrastructure areas which were considered priorities in discussion with the local community. Further details will be provided in the inaugural TCFD and water stewardship report. These initiatives were in addition to the completion of an assay lab built by SIlverCrest in Arizpe, a nearby community, to create a long-term employment opportunity for the region.
As of August 31, 2022, SilverCrest had cash and cash equivalents of $101.6 million. Given the strong financial position, the Company will not draw the remaining $30.0 million under its $120.0 million Credit Facility, and the availability of this amount has now expired.
While production of silver and gold has been ongoing since first pour on June 30, 2022, the first sale and resulting revenue from the Mine is expected in Q3, 2022. As projected in the Feasibility Study, it is expected that revenue will be limited and operating costs elevated through the end of 2022 as the mine and processing plant are ramped up and the processing plant is commissioned using lower grade material.
SilverCrest continues to advance the work required to complete the Updated Technical Report in H1, 2023. This report will include additional infill and delineation drilling, further in-vein drifting, initial months of stoping, processing data, and reconciliation completed since the Feasibility Study. This report will incorporate updated resources and reserves, updated metallurgical results, reconciliation (mine, stockpile and plant) including comparison to the 2021 Feasibility Study resource estimate, a revised mine plan, and updated operating and sustaining costs arising from any potential changes to the mine plan, the new outsourcing regulations and the impact of inflation from the Q3, 2020 cost base used in the Feasibility Study.
Las Chispas exploration in 2022 has mainly continued to support the transition to production through further infill and delineation drilling of planned mining stopes and updated resource modelling. Results of drilling completed to the end of July 2022 will be included in the planned Updated Technical Report.
Picacho exploration in 2022 has continued with focus on expansion and infill drilling of current areas for potential resources. As of August 2022, one surface drill rig was operating.
Exploration has also focused on mapping and sampling unexplored areas around Las Chispas and Picacho to generate new drill targets. Limited drilling has been completed outside of the known mineralized zones, as SilverCrest remains focused on prudent capital allocation during ramp-up.
The Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects for this news release is N. Eric Fier, CPG, P.Eng, and CEO for SilverCrest, who has reviewed and approved its contents.
SilverCrest is a Canadian precious metals exploration and development company headquartered in Vancouver, BC, that is focused on new discoveries, value-added acquisitions and near-term production in Mexico's historic precious metal districts. The Company's top priority is on the high-grade, historic Las Chispas mining district in Sonora, Mexico, where it has completed construction of its Las Chispas Mine and is proceeding with commissioning. SilverCrest is the first company to successfully drill-test the historic Las Chispas Property resulting in numerous high-grade precious metal discoveries. The Company is led by a proven management team in all aspects of the precious metal mining sector, including taking projects through discovery, finance, on time and on budget construction, and production.
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" and "forward-looking information" (collectively "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable Canadian and United States securities legislation. These include, without limitation, statements with respect to: the strategic plans, timing and expectations for the Company receiving revenue in Q3, 2022, completing commissioning and ramp up and achieving commercial production of the processing plant in Q4, 2022, reaching 1,250 tpd throughput at the plant by end of Q4, 2022, results of TCFD in Q4, 2022, ramp-up of u/g mine at a rate of 600 tpd – 700 tpd by the end of Q4, 2022, final connection of the power line in Q4, 2022, and completing a technical report update by the end of H1, 2023 . Such forward looking statements or information are based on a number of assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect. Assumptions have been made regarding, among other things: gold and silver prices, impact of the COVID-19 pandemic; the reliability of mineralization estimates, mining and development costs, the conditions in general economic and financial markets; availability of skilled labour; timing and amount of expenditures related to rehabilitation and drilling programs; and effects of regulation by governmental agencies. The actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of risk factors including: uncertainty as to the impact and duration of the COVID-19 pandemic; the timing and content of work programs; results of exploration activities; the interpretation of drilling results and other geological data; receipt, maintenance and security of permits and mineral property titles; environmental and other regulatory risks; project cost overruns or unanticipated costs and expenses; fluctuations in gold and silver prices and general market and industry conditions. Forward-looking statements are based on the expectations and opinions of the Company's management on the date the statements are made. The assumptions used in the preparation of such statements, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statements were made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements included in this news release if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as otherwise required by applicable law.
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Chief Executive Officer
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HOUSTON, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Silverstone Energy Partners LLC ("Silverstone") provided a volumetric production payment financing ("VPP") to fund the acquisition of East Texas gas properties by Craton Oil & Gas LLC ("Craton"). Craton is a private, Houston-based E&P led by successful industry veteran Bob Marin.
Marshall Lynn Bass, Managing Director of Silverstone, said, "We are excited to provide Craton with capital to acquire and develop this conventional property. We expect this is the first of many for Craton as we have high confidence in their ability to skillfully operate and grow production."
Bob Marin, Founder of Craton, added, "We continue to evaluate additional acquisitions in East Texas and beyond. We are pleased with the support Silverstone has provided our team and know they are aligned with us to achieve growth through additional acquisitions."
"Though this acquisition was on the smaller side of our capabilities, it has huge strategic value to Bob and his team," continued Bass. "This demonstrates our alignment with his firm."
About Silverstone – Silverstone Energy Partners is a private investment firm with offices in Houston, making upstream and midstream Energy investments in the lower 48. Deal sizes are between $5 - $200 million. Structures include stretch debt, VPPs, mezzanine, project equity, drilling joint ventures and similar structures. www.silverstone-energy.net
About Craton – Craton Oil & Gas is a privately held, oil and gas operator originally formed in 2002 with experience throughout the lower 48. Craton has partnered with global energy investors through several asset-based entities over the past twenty years with a track record of acquisitions, drilling and secondary development, providing positive returns on investment.
Mark L. Jones of Baker & Hostetler LLP advised Silverstone and R. Reese & Associates, PLLC and Continental Energy Advisors LLC advised Craton.
This communication is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be an offer or a solicitation of an offer to purchase or sell any security or other investment or an offer or a solicitation of an offer to provide any investment service. In addition, nothing in this communication should be construed as a recommendation to purchase, sell or hold any security or other investment, or pursue any investment style or strategy.
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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Sunday warned that gas prices may spike again this winter.
Yellen told CNN’s Dana Bash on “State of the Union” that gas prices could rise due to the European Union largely halting Russian oil purchases this winter and banning provision of services that allow Russia to ship oil by tanker.
“It is possible that that could cause a spike in oil prices,” Yellen said.
But Yellen noted a western price cap proposal was designed to balance curbing Russian oil revenues helping fund its war in Ukraine, while maintaining some access to Russian oil to “hold down global oil prices.”
“So I believe this is something that can be essential,” she said. “And it’s something that we’re trying to put in place to avoid a future spike in oil prices.”
The Group of Seven nations, which includes the U.S., Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom, agreed to a price cap on Russian oil earlier this month. The nations did not say exactly what the cap would be yet.
The move is designed to restrict Russian oil sales above a certain price. And if Russia moves to sell to friendlier nations, such as China or India, it will likely face higher service costs and competition from countries selling less expensive product.
Russia, the world’s third-largest oil producer, has threatened not to sell to countries that participate in the oil cap, which could further exacerbate a rise in global oil prices.
Moscow has also effectively shut down a major gas pipeline to European nations, claiming it needs repairs, which could further shake up the world’s energy sector.
After soaring to a national average of $5 per gallon earlier this year, gas prices have fallen to an average of $3.71 in the U.S., according to transportation organization AAA.
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From wearing a lucky pair of socks, to following family traditions, rituals are embedded in our everyday lives.
Dimitris Xygalatas is an anthropologist and scientist at The University of Connecticut, and recently wrote Ritual: How Seemingly Senseless Acts Make Life Worth Living.
In his book, he explores our relationships with rituals, big and small, and the social, physical, and economic impacts they have on our lives.
"Rituals are central to virtually all of our social institutions. Think of a judge waving a gavel or a new president taking an oath of office," he writes. "They are held by militaries, governments and corporations, in initiation ceremonies, parades, and costly displays of commitment. They are used by athletes who always wear the same socks in important games, and by gamblers who kiss the dice or cling on to lucky charms when the stakes are high."
Xygalatas argues the need for ritual is primeval and may have played a pivotal role in human civilization. He joined All Things Considered to explain some of his findings.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
Interview Highlights
On the real-world impacts of rituals
As we study ritual from both a humanistic, but also a scientific perspective, we come to see that even if people engage in those rituals without an explicit purpose, or even when they do have a purpose, there is no particular causal connection between the actions they undertake and that purpose. So for example, when I perform a rain ritual, there is no connection between my movements and water falling from the sky.
But even so, that does not mean to say, just because ritual does not have any direct causal effect in the world, it does not mean that it has no effect in the world at all. In fact, rituals play very important functions in human societies. They help individuals through their anxieties, they help groups of people connect to one another, they help people find meaning in their lives.
On measuring the personal impact of rituals
Anthropologist Bronislaw Malinowski conducted his research in a place that is today part of Papua New Guinea, the Trobriand islands. He noticed that the local fishermen would perform a lot of rituals before going out to fish in the open sea, which was dangerous, very uncertain. But before going out to fish in the lagoon, they weren't performing the rituals.
So he argued that perhaps ritual is a coping mechanism that helps these people soothe anxiety. And this was a proposal that anthropologists reiterated for about 100 years. But nobody had the means to actually test it. So a few years ago, my colleagues and I first drove people into the lab, and we stressed them up. And we used motion sensors to measure their behavior. We found that the more stressed they got, the more ritualized their behavior became. It started becoming patterned and repetitive.
Now to see whether this actually helped them reduce anxiety, we went into real life temples — for example, Hindu temples on the island of Mauritius — and we measured people's physiological responses. And there, we saw that as they go into the temple, and they perform these familiar prayers that they do, this helps them reduce their galvanic skin response. It helps them increase heart rate variability, it helps them reduce cortisol levels, and even at the person's perceptual level, it helps them reduce their feelings of anxiety. So these rituals actually seem to work.
On the value of more extreme rituals, like fire walking
Even rituals that seem to be painful, stressful, or outright dangerous, they seem to have tangible, and in fact measurable, utility and functions for the people who perform them.
For example, in the context of a fire walking ritual in Spain, we found that during this ritual, people's heart rates synchronized. This was not just an effect of people moving at the same time — their heart rates would synchronize no matter what they were doing, at the same time; some of them were walking on fire, others were watching it.
Actually, this effect was stronger for those who were closer to each other socially. That shows these rituals play a role in bringing the emotional reactions of the members of that community in alignment. And by aligning our experiences or aligning our emotions, those rituals can actually lead to social alignment.
How COVID impacted our approach to rituals
The COVID pandemic was one of the best lines of evidence for the importance of ritual. It created this unique conundrum. People turn to ritual — to find social connection and to soothe their anxiety. So this was the time that we needed these two things the most. But at the same time, one of the most common cultural technologies that we have for approaching those things are no longer available to us, because people could no longer get out of their house, get together and perform those collective ceremonies that are so meaningful to them.
So of course, what happened was that people spontaneously started either adapting traditional ceremonies — for example, we saw drive-thru weddings — or they started creating new ceremonies. That's like what we saw when people in big cities came out on their balconies and started banging pots and pans together, in a show of solidarity.
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The Howard Hughes Corporation® delivers newest addition to acclaimed Honolulu community offering enhanced urban island lifestyle with environmentally conscious design
HONOLULU, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Howard Hughes Corporation® (NYSE: HHC) today announced the opening of the Kōʻula® tower at Ward Village®, the sixth residential project to open at the acclaimed 60-acre master planned community located in the heart of Honolulu, just blocks from the Pacific Ocean. Designed by Studio Gang—the renowned architecture firm led by Jeanne Gang, who TIME Magazine named one of the world's most influential people—Kōʻula exemplifies innovative architectural design focused on community connectivity and ecological awareness. Embracing the unique qualities of Hawaiʻi's climate, vegetation, and sense of community that define Ward Village, Kōʻula seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces that allow residents to forge new connections to nature and each other.
"With today's opening of Kōʻula, the latest residential tower to be completed at Ward Village, we are welcoming new residents into our ʻohana at Ward Village, a LEED-ND Platinum-certified master planned community which continues to demonstrate record-breaking sales momentum as it offers an outstanding modern island lifestyle that you can't find anywhere else," said David R. O'Reilly, Chief Executive Officer of The Howard Hughes Corporation. As of September 14, 2022, Kōʻula is now 96.6% pre-sold with closings expected to commence on September 14, 2022.
The building exemplifies Studio Gang's process of drawing insight from ecological systems to create striking places that create community and that connect with the surrounding environment. The name Kōʻula, which translates to "red sugar cane," is an homage to the native plant whose twisting appearance informed Studio Gang's design for the 41-story tower. To create the distinctive, wave-like appearance of the building's façade, Studio Gang employed an innovative structural system composed of stacked "wallumns"—a hybrid element that serves as both wall and column, offering column-free interiors with flexible layouts that allow each residence to angle toward the coastline and capture idyllic views of the Pacific Ocean, the city, and the Koʻolau Range. The wallumns also provide support and self-shading for each residence's private lānai to keep temperatures comfortable and improve environmental performance.
Kōʻula offers 565 residential homes—a variety of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments—with the floor plans for each residence designed to bring the outdoors in and extend each unit's livable space. The building includes an array of social areas, making up more than one acre of amenity space. An expansive open-air lobby creates a seamless connection to the surrounding neighborhood and an inviting entrance from the outdoors. One-of-a-kind leisure and fitness spaces on the building's eighth level continue the relaxed, calming atmosphere for everyday living. Kōʻula is the latest demonstration of Ward Village's vision of a natural sanctuary where the community can come together to connect with each other and celebrate the culture and the beauty of the island of Oahu. A new open space surrounding the tower, Victoria Ward Park, reinforces this sense of community and connectivity by serving as a new central gathering space.
"We designed Kōʻula to connect residents with Honolulu's spectacular natural ecology," said Studio Gang Founding Partner Jeanne Gang. "The living spaces subtly peel off from the building's core towards the coastline to capture mauka-to-makai views, and each home extends outdoors onto spacious lānai that draw fresh air and natural light inside year-round. We also designed a series of social spaces and strong links to the adjacent park to help residents meet, come together, and feel part of the larger Ward Village community. I'm excited to see how residents will make these spaces their own."
Interiors of the building are designed by Yabu Pushelberg in collaboration with Studio Gang. Yabu Pushelberg—an Interior Design Hall of Fame inductee named among the world's most influential design studios—rarely takes on residential projects but was motivated to contribute to the future of Hawaiʻi living. Guided by the desire to combine the warmth and openness of Hawaiʻi with its natural surroundings, the studio designed interiors which seamlessly follow the rhythm of the architecture and communicate their signature "high-humble," qualitative approach to modern island living.
Outside Kōʻula, the interior spaces flow directly across to Victoria Ward Park, Ward Village's newest gathering place devoted to health, wellness, and community connectivity. The park's 3.5 acres of green space is surrounded by extensively landscaped pedestrian walkways and is designed to enhance the community programming and retail activations that characterize Ward Village—including the many restaurants, cafes, farmers' markets, and shops—and make Victoria Ward Park a new centerpiece of life at Ward Village. The enhancement of open green space throughout Ward Village is a critical element of the award-winning community's master plan.
"Our vision for Ward Village has been to create a community distinguished by its design, walkability, unique offerings, and distinct sense of place—fostering deep and meaningful connections between the natural environment and the people of the community. Kōʻula is a tangible expression of this philosophy, designed to capture the essence of what makes Honolulu so special within a vibrant urban island setting," said Jay Cross, President of The Howard Hughes Corporation. "Intertwining all categories of housing, commercial, and retail development throughout Ward Village gives residents the exceptional experience of living in a uniquely Hawaiian, expertly planned community."
About Ward Village®
Ward Village is a 60-acre master planned community by The Howard Hughes Corporation® in the heart of Honolulu, located between downtown and Waikīkī. Honoring the distinct history of its land, Ward Village is at the forefront of sustainable community development—integrating striking architecture, culture and arts, and public open space. At full build-out, the community will include approximately one million square feet of unique retail and thousands of homes, in what Architectural Digest named "Best Planned Community in the United States." Responding to the strong demand for new housing in urban Honolulu, Ward Village continues to demonstrate an increasingly exceptional pace of sales at its mixed-use residential towers—Waiea®, Anaha®, Aeʻo®, Ke Kilohana®, ʻAʻaliʻi® and Kōʻula®—that are transforming the popular shopping and dining district into a thriving urban neighborhood that offers expansive open space, including its newest outdoor gathering place, Victoria Ward Park, and views of the surrounding ocean and mountains. New residential buildings in development or under construction include Victoria Place®, Ulana Ward Village, and The Park Ward Village, which has become the fastest-selling market tower in the history of Ward Village since launching public sales in July 2021. As a LEED-ND Platinum-certified master planned community, Ward Village continues to demonstrate its commitment to responsible, mixed-use development by investing in public benefits and amenities for Honolulu's urban community.
About Studio Gang
Studio Gang is an international architecture and urban design practice founded and led by Jeanne Gang. Driven by an ethos of actionable idealism, the studio uses a research-based design process to create striking places that build stronger relationships between people, their communities and the natural environment. The studio's award-winning work ranges from community centers and cultural institutions such as Writers Theatre to tall buildings like Aqua Tower and Solar Carve that foster community. Upcoming projects include an expansion to the American Museum of Natural History; a new United States Embassy in Brazil; a unified campus for California College of the Arts and the Global Terminal at OʻHare International Airport. Regularly named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Architecture Companies, Studio Gang is headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York, San Francisco and Paris.
About The Howard Hughes Corporation®
The Howard Hughes Corporation owns, manages and develops commercial, residential and mixed-use real estate throughout the U.S. Its award-winning assets include the country's preeminent portfolio of master planned cities and communities, as well as operating properties and development opportunities including: the Seaport in New York City; Downtown Columbia®, Maryland; The Woodlands®, The Woodlands Hills®, and Bridgeland® in the Greater Houston, Texas area; Summerlin® in Las Vegas, Nevada; Ward Village® in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi; and Douglas Ranch in Phoenix, Arizona. The Howard Hughes Corporationʻs portfolio is strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, resulting in one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Dedicated to innovative placemaking, the company is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. The Howard Hughes Corporation is traded on the New York Stock Exchange as HHC. For additional information visit www.howardhughes.com.
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Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin is set to leave Buckingham Palace for the last time as it is taken, amid somber pageantry, on a horse-drawn gun carriage past crowds of mourners to the Houses of Parliament, where the late monarch will lie in state for four days. Crowds began massing early Wednesday along the flag-lined Mall outside the palace for the procession from the monarch’s official London residence to the historic Westminster Hall at Parliament. People are standing behind metal barriers or sitting on folding chairs, umbrellas at the ready, takeout coffees in hand under gray skies hours before the coffin is scheduled to leave the landmark palace at 2:22 p.m. (1322 GMT).
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham has introduced a bill calling for a nationwide abortion ban. The bill would prohibit abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, except in cases of rape, incest or danger to the physical health of the mother. The legislation introduced Tuesday is sending shockwaves through both parties with just weeks before voters go to the polls. Graham’s own Republican colleagues did not immediately embrace his abortion ban bill, which has almost no chance of becoming law in the Democratic-held Congress. Democrats reject it as extreme and an alarming signal of where Republicans are headed if they win control of the House and Senate in November.
Twitter’s former security chief told Congress Tuesday there was “at least one agent” from China’s intelligence service on Twitter’s payroll — and that the company knowingly allowed India to add agents to the company roster as well. These were some of the troubling revelations from Peiter “Mudge” Zatko, a respected cybersecurity expert and Twitter whistleblower who appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee to lay out his allegations against the company. Zatko, who was fired earlier this year, said Twitter's leadership is "misleading the public, lawmakers, regulators and even its own board of directors."
The Republican contest for Senate in New Hampshire remains a tight race between conservative Donald Bolduc and the more moderate Chuck Morse as the final primary night of the midterm season again tests the far right’s influence over the GOP. Republicans see Democratic incumbent Sen. Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire as beatable in the general election. But a strong competitor in the GOP contest is Bolduc, a retired Army brigadier general who some in the party believe is too far to the right for swing voters. Bolduc has campaigned on a platform that includes lies that Donald Trump won the 2020 election and conspiracy theories about vaccines.
Bill Richardson, who has worked to secure the releases of WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan, visited Moscow this week and held meetings with Russian leaders. That's according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke to The Associated Press on Tuesday night. Richardson is a former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and a frequent emissary in hostage negotiations. American officials have continued to press Russia to release Griner, who was sentenced last month to nine years in prison in a drug possession case, and Whelan, a Michigan corporate security executive serving a 16-year sentence on espionage-related charges. The U.S. government regards both as wrongfully detained.
Ken Starr, a former federal appellate judge and a prominent attorney whose criminal investigation of Bill Clinton led to the president’s impeachment, died Tuesday at age 76, his family says. A former colleague, attorney Mark Lanier, says Starr died at a hospital of complications from surgery. In a probe that lasted five years during the 1990s, Starr looked into a number of matters involving Clinton, including the president's sexual encounters with Monica Lewinsky, a former White House intern. House Republicans impeached Clinton, but he was acquitted in a Senate trial. In 2020, Starr was recruited to help represent Donald Trump in the nation’s third presidential impeachment trial.
A package has exploded on the campus of Northeastern University in Boston, and the college says a staff member suffered minor injuries. Authorities say another suspicious package was found near a prominent art museum Tuesday evening, and the FBI was assisting with the investigation. Boston’s bomb squad is at the scene of the second package near the city’s prestigious Museum of Fine Arts, on the outskirts of the Northeastern campus. NBC Boston reports that the package that exploded went off as it was being opened near the university’s Holmes Hall, which is home to the university’s creative writing program. The FBI is assisting the investigation.
Rescuers searched for a person missing in a mudslide as tractors plowed through thick sludge and pushed boulders off roads after flash floods swept dirt, rocks and trees down fire-scarred slopes, washed away cars and buried buildings in Southern California. Cleanup efforts and damage assessments were underway Tuesday in the San Bernardino Mountains east of Los Angeles. Firefighters searched in Forest Falls to make sure no residents were trapped. The downpours were remnants of a tropical storm that brought badly needed rainfall to drought-stricken Southern California last week, helping firefighters corral a wildfire that had been burning out of control. A fire in Northern California erupted and new evacuations were ordered.
Authorities have confirmed three children found on a beach in New York City died by drowning. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner released its findings Tuesday. Seven-year-old Zachary Merdy, 4-year-old Lilana Merdy and 3-month-old Oliver Bondarev were found on Brooklyn’s Coney Island beach shortly after 4:30 a.m. Monday and were pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. The children’s 30-year-old mother is in custody but no charges have been filed. The investigation started with a 911 call from a concerned family member.
Jurors are set to begin deliberating for a second day at R. Kelly’s federal trial in Chicago. As they continue Wednesday, they must sort through a month of evidence and arguments on charges accusing the singer of producing child pornography, enticing minors for sex and rigging his 2008 child porn trial. They began deliberating Tuesday and headed home after several hours. Jurors must mull 13 separate counts, some involving complex law and assessments of which witnesses were more believable. They began deliberating after the judge gave them jury instructions, including explicit descriptions of what constitutes sexual abuse. The 55-year-old Kelly was sentenced in June to 30 years in prison during a separate federal trial in New York.
A’ja Wilson had 26 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Las Vegas Aces to an 85-71 victory over the Connecticut Sun in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. The Aces are now one victory away from the franchise’s first championship with Game 3 on Thursday in Connecticut. Las Vegas was swept in the 2008 Finals when the team was still in San Antonio. The Aces were also swept in 2020. Chelsea Gray added 21 for the Aces while Kelsey Plum rebounded from an awful Game 1 to score 20 points. Courtney Williams scored 18 points to lead Connecticut.
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With children back in school and new iPhones coming out, many parents this fall are thinking of buying a phone -- even a basic phone -- as a good way to reach their children.
But when is the right time?
And how do you know the device you're giving them is safe and won't connect them with inappropriate websites and dangerous people?
Leslie Umbarger was upgrading her iPhone at the AT&T store recently and said her little boy wouldn't be ready for one for a few more years.
"About age 12," she said.
Any younger, she said, and "at that age, they are not really thinking about taking care of it."
Average age for first phone younger than ever
But according to AT&T, the average age for a first phone is getting lower every year.
Austin Godsey of AT&T said, "the trend we've seen the past couple of years is between the age of 9 and 10." ''
That's 5th grade for most children.
Godsey also says most parents today skip the starter flip phone because it doesn't offer enough parental controls.
Smartphones, he says, come with a slew of controls for parents to limit screen time and keep tabs on who their child is texting or talking with.
Each major carrier offers apps for parents to supervise phone use:
- AT&T offers its Secure Family app.
- Verizon has Smart Family.
- T-Mobile offers Family Mode.
With AT&T's parental controls, Godsey demonstrated, "you can see all the caller logs and details."
More importantly, you can locate your child at all times.
"It's really great for a parent to be able to locate their son or daughters' phone," he said, "so they can see where they are and make sure they are safe."
Things to do before giving them a phone
Most parents realize that buying a cell phone for a child is less of a want and more of a need these days.
But tech experts say there are some steps you need to take before giving a child their first device.
Marvin Maldonado of the extended protection company Asurion says age is just a number and that there is no set age to give a child their first phone.
"It's always going to depend on the level of maturity that your child shows for you to be able to sort of unlocking all of that technology for them," he said.
Maldonado suggests easing a child in by starting with just calls and texts.
If they handle that well, he lays, let your child download a favorite app, like YouTube (with parental controls, you control which apps they can have).
Maldonado says:
- Set up the device with your child.
- Always know their password.
- Know which apps are downloaded.
Most importantly, though, is to have a conversation about responsible phone use and social media use.
"Make sure that they know that sharing personal information, phone numbers, addresses is not a practice that they should be doing," he said.
Also, remember, kids will be kids.
That means you should buy a good screen protector and case (don't go cheap) and consider a warranty or protection plan, so you don't waste your money.
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RECAP: Women’s Golf Finishes Green Wave Fall Classic
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NEW ORLEANS—The Chattanooga Mocs Women’s golf team finished their opening event with a 296 score. That put the Mocs in 11th at the Green Wave Fall Classic ending up with 885 at Bayou Oaks at City Park’s South Course.
Dorota Zalewska led the way today with a 3-under 69. That was one ahead of Beatriz Barrios’s 70 (-2). Megan Docherty turned in 78 just ahead of Carolina Hortian’s 79 to complete the team score. Kera Healey’s 80 was the drop tally.
Zalewska posted two cards in the 60s and did not have an over par round tying for eighth at 7-under 209. It’s her second-lowest tourney total and tied for fifth-best all-time at Chattanooga with Ladies European Tour pro Christine Wolf ‘ 11 (2011 JMU Eagle Landing Invite). She tied for eighth this week.
Barrios, who shot 3 under over her final 36 holes, fired a level-par 216. She saw her first action since last October. Docherty (231) and Healey (232) were one stroke apart, while Hortian finished with 236.
LSU claimed a 3-stroke win over Nebraska. The Cornhuskers’ Kelli Strand was medalist with 12-under 202. The Mocs return to the tee on Monday, Sept. 19 at the Mercedes-Benz Collegiate in Knoxville.
Green Wave Fall Classic
Sept. 12-13 (Mon-Tue) | New Orleans, La.
Lineup
11th of 14: 298-291-296=885
T8) Dorota Zalewska: 72-68-69=209 (-7)
T27) Beatriz Barrios: 75-71-70=216 (E)
71) Megan Docherty: 77-76-78=231 (+15)
T72) Kera Healey: 74-78-80=232 (+16)
T78) Carolina Hortian: 81-76-79=236 (+20)
Course
Bayou Oaks at City Park | Par 72 | 6,158 yards
Field
Chattanooga, Central Arkansas, Incarnate Word, Little Rock, LSU, Mercer, Nebraska, UNC Asheville, Northern Colorado, Sam Houston, Seattle, South Florida, Tulane, Tulsa
History
First entry in the event
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The Biden administration next month will place new restrictions on U.S. shipments of semiconductor chips and chipmaking equipment to China, according to Reuters.
The Commerce Department will formalize new rules prohibiting the shipment of chipmaking equipment to Chinese factories that produce advanced semiconductors, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
U.S. companies seeking to export the equipment must obtain a Commerce Department license.
Three U.S. companies — KLA Corp., Lam Research Corp., and Applied Materials Inc. — already operate under the restrictions as directed by the Commerce Department.
The Hill has reached out to the Commerce Department for comment.
Semiconductor chips power most electrical systems and machines, from appliances to computers, vehicles and modern weapons.
Over the summer, the U.S. passed the Chips and Science Act, seeking to increase America’s competitive with China in the semiconductor industry with $50 billion in funding for the industry.
Last month, as tensions soared between the U.S. and China over House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.)’s visit to Taiwan, the U.S. began restricting the export of high-end graphics computer chips to Russia, China and Hong Kong.
Chipmaking company Nvidia, based in California, said the U.S. began requiring a license to export chips that are better than or equal to its A100 graphics card to those three countries. A similar restriction was reportedly applied to the company Advanced Micro Devices.
According to Reuters, the Commerce Department will formalize the licensing rule for exporting the highly advanced semiconductor chips next month.
China has demanded the U.S. drop the requirement, which affects data centers, artificial intelligence systems and other equipment that requires highly advanced chips.
The U.S. was once responsible for producing 37 percent of global semiconductor chips, but is now responsible for just 12 percent of production, according to the White House.
The Commerce Department announced last week it was planning to spend about $28 billion of the newly approved funding for grants, subsidies and loans to boost domestic production of key computer chips.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Twitter’s former security chief told Congress Tuesday there was “at least one agent” from China’s intelligence service on Twitter’s payroll and that the company knowingly allowed India to add agents to the company roster as well, potentially giving those nations access to sensitive data about users.
These were some of the troubling revelations from Peiter “Mudge” Zatko, a respected cybersecurity expert and Twitter whistleblower who appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee to lay out his allegations against the company.
Zatko told lawmakers that the social media platform is plagued by weak cyber defenses that make it vulnerable to exploitation by “ teenagers, thieves and spies” and put the privacy of its users at risk.
“I am here today because Twitter leadership is misleading the public, lawmakers, regulators and even its own board of directors,” Zatko said as he began his sworn testimony.
“They don’t know what data they have, where it lives and where it came from and so, unsurprisingly, they can’t protect it,” Zatko said. “It doesn’t matter who has keys if there are no locks.”
“Twitter leadership ignored its engineers,” he said, in part because “their executive incentives led them to prioritize profit over security.”
In a statement, Twitter said its hiring process is “independent of any foreign influence” and access to data is managed through a host of measures, including background checks, access controls, and monitoring and detection systems and processes.
One issue that didn’t come up in the hearing was the question of whether Twitter is accurately counting its active users, an important metric for its advertisers. Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who is trying to get out of a $44 billion deal to buy Twitter, has argued without evidence that many of Twitter’s roughly 238 million daily users are fake or malicious accounts, aka “spam bots.”
Even so, “that doesn’t mean that Musk won’t use Zatko’s allegation that Twitter was disinterested in removing bots to try to bolster his argument for walking away from the deal,” said Insider Intelligence analyst Jasmine Enberg.
The Delaware judge overseeing the case ruled last week that Musk can include new evidence related to Zatko’s allegations in the high-stakes trial, which is set to start Oct. 17. During the hearing, Musk tweeted a popcorn emoji, often used to suggest that one is sitting back in anticipation of unfolding drama.
Separately on Tuesday, Twitter’s shareholders voted overwhelmingly to approve the deal, according to multiple media reports. Shareholders have been voting remotely on the issue for weeks. The vote was largely a formality, particularly given Musk’s efforts to nullify the deal, although it does clear a legal hurdle to closing the sale.
Zatko’s message echoed one brought to Congress against another social media giant last year. But unlike that Facebook whistleblower, Frances Haugen, Zatko hasn’t brought troves of internal documents to back up his claims.
Zatko was the head of security for the influential platform until he was fired early this year. He filed a whistleblower complaint in July with Congress, the Justice Department, the Federal Trade Commission and the Securities and Exchange Commission. Among his most serious accusations is that Twitter violated the terms of a 2011 FTC settlement by falsely claiming that it had put stronger measures in place to protect the security and privacy of its users.
Sen. Dick Durbin, an Illinois Democrat who heads the Judiciary Committee, said Zatko has detailed flaws “that may pose a direct threat to Twitter’s hundreds of millions of users as well as to American democracy.”
“Twitter is an immensely powerful platform and can’t afford gaping vulnerabilities,” he said.
Unknown to Twitter users, there’s far more of their personal information disclosed than they — or sometimes even Twitter itself — realize, Zatko testified. He said Twitter did not address “basic systemic failures” brought forward by company engineers.
The FTC has been “a little over its head”, and far behind European counterparts, in policing the sort of privacy violations that have occurred at Twitter, Zatko said.
Zatko’s allegation that Twitter was more concerned about foreign regulators than the FTC, Enberg said, “could be a wakeup call for U.S. lawmakers,” who have been unable to pass meaningful regulation on social media companies.
Sen. Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, said one positive result that could come out of Zatko’s findings would be bipartisan legislation to set up a tighter system of regulation of tech platforms.
“We need to up our game in this country,” he said.
Many of Zatko’s claims are uncorroborated and appear to have little documentary support. Twitter has called Zatko’s description of events “a false narrative … riddled with inconsistencies and inaccuracies” and lacking important context.
Still, Zatko came off as a convincing whistleblower who has “a lot of credibility in this space,” said Ari Lightman, professor of digital media and marketing at Carnegie Mellon University. But he said many of the problems he raised can likely be found at many other digital technology platforms
“They avoid security protocols in a sense of innovating and running really fast,” Lightman said. “We gave digital platforms so much autonomy at the beginning to grow and develop. Now we’re at a point where we’re, ‘Wait a minute … This has gotten out of hand.’
Among the assertions from Zatko that drew lawmaker attention was Twitter’s apparent negligence in dealing with governments that sought to get spies a job inside the company. Twitter’s inability to log how employees accessed user accounts made it hard for the company to detect when employees were abusing their access, Zatko said.
Zatko said he spoke with “high confidence” about a foreign agent that the government of India placed at Twitter to “understand the negotiations” between India’s ruling party and Twitter about new social media restrictions and how well those negotiations were going.
Zatko also revealed Tuesday that he was told about a week before his firing that “at least one agent” from the Chinese intelligence service MSS, or the Ministry of State Security, was “on the payroll” at Twitter.
He said he was similarly “surprised and shocked” by an exchange with current Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal about Russia — in which Twitter’s current CEO, who was chief technology officer at the time, asked if it would be possible to “punt” content moderation and surveillance to the Russian government, since Twitter doesn’t really “have the ability and tools to do things correctly.”
“And since they have elections, doesn’t that make them a democracy?” Zatko recalled Agrawal saying.
Sen. Charles Grassley, the committee’s ranking Republican, said Tuesday that Agrawal declined to testify at the hearing, citing the ongoing legal proceedings with Musk. But the hearing is “more important than Twitter’s civil litigation in Delaware,” Grassley said. Twitter declined to comment on Grassley’s remarks.
In his complaint, Zatko accused Agrawal as well as other senior executives and board members of numerous violations, including making “false and misleading statements to users and the FTC about the Twitter platform’s security, privacy and integrity.”
Zatko, 51, first gained prominence in the 1990s as a pioneer in the ethical hacking movement and later worked in senior positions at an elite Defense Department research unit and at Google. He joined Twitter in late 2020 at the urging of then-CEO Jack Dorsey.
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Cash App, News Break, McDonalds, SHEIN, tubi Named Top BRAG-gers
AUSTIN, Texas and BOSTON, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Turbine, Inc. (Nasdaq: APPS), the leading independent mobile growth platform, and Apptopia Inc., a leader in real-time competitive intelligence, today released The BRAG (Brand Relative App Growth) Index II, the second of a new report series. The latest report reveals new intelligence on key trends happening across top mobile app categories and actionable insights on effective mobile UA tactics by analyzing a combination of brand performance tracking and deep app performance metrics.
In a post IDFA and consolidation-minded world, there's an increasing need for understanding the art of brand building in addition to the science of user acquisition. The first BRAG Index gave well-timed insight to the mobile marketing tactics and trends born in this new age of mobile marketing. BRAG Index 2 adds new metrics: Brand Power and Brand Velocity, to gain further insights on critical market issues such as:
- Which leading financial brands are best positioned to become a super app?
- Whose streaming video brand is built to survive in a content and consolidation war?
- Which QSR brands have the clout to fight back against food delivery apps?
- While discretionary spending has gone down, which shopping brands have trended up?
- Do publisher app brands even matter that much and will they ever on mobile phones?
"Today's best marketers are looking into a better understanding of their full funnel— from understanding attention and awareness to view-thru attribution in an ID-less environment," said Greg Wester, SVP at Digital Turbine. "Having a method to understand full-funnel metrics is a new and critical missing piece. Our brand tracking combined with Apptopia's expertise in app performance data with rich consumer insights, really creates a unique and trusted lens on needed marketplace insights."
The report combines proprietary 3rd-party survey data on brand factors such as awareness, intent and opinions measured at the beginning of each quarter, with actual install and engagement data for the full quarter, provided via Apptopia.
"We're excited to release the latest report in the BRAG series," said Jonathan Kay, CEO at Apptopia. "Because brand and performance are interrelated, it's important to take a multifaceted approach to dive deeper into the relationship between brand strength and broader issues impacting the app ecosystem. We look forward building upon this foundation in future reports."
BRAG Index report highlights will be featured in a new podcast series, Mobile Explorers, hosted by industry expert Peggy Salz. Hear interviews with leaders in the app ecosystem and dig deep into latest in mobile marketing trends and tactics. It's a must-listen for any budding or experienced mobile marketing professional. The first podcast is scheduled to air in October 2022.
The BRAG Index, or Brand Relative App Growth Index, is a first of its kind report series to focus on and measure full funnel app performance metrics. Digital Turbine and Apptopia partnered to create the report by integrating consumer surveys with Apptopia's performance data to shed insights on thriving apps that are transcending their brand funnel and punching above their weight, understanding key industry topics, exploring Brand Incrementality and more. To view the full report, go to www.bragindex.com.
Brand Power and Brand Velocity are two BRAG metrics that measure overall strength in mobile app brands. Brand Power reflects the size of an app's Brand Funnel (e.g., awareness and install intent), the ratio of those liking/disliking the app and App Gap, a measure of brand equity. Brand Velocity reflects quarter-to-quarter changes in the size of the app's Brand Funnel as well as in sentiment towards the app/brand. Brands with similar levels of Brand Power and Brand Velocity are shaded similarly.
Digital Turbine (NASDAQ: APPS) powers superior mobile consumer experiences and results for the world's leading telcos, advertisers, and publishers. Our end-to-end platform uniquely simplifies our partners' ability to supercharge their awareness, acquisition, and monetization — connecting them with more consumers, in more ways, across more devices. Digital Turbine is headquartered in North America, with offices around the world. www.digitalturbine.com
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Apptopia is a leader in real-time competitive intelligence. Brands and financial firms use our platform to generate insights across mobile apps and connected devices. Powered by machine learning technology, we collect and analyze billions of complex data points to surface critical business signals. Leading brands including Visa, Target, and Microsoft rely on Apptopia to better understand consumer behavior and intent across app-based devices to gain a competitive advantage. Financial analysts access our data analytics via the Bloomberg Terminal to generate revenue estimates, monitor consumer engagement across devices, and gain insight into competitive positioning.
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Richa Chadha-Ali Fazal to host their pre-wedding function at Delhi's historic venue, here's all you need to know
Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal's pre-wedding celebrations will be held at an iconic 110-year-old venue in Delhi. The couple will soon walk down the aisle in the presence of their family members and close friends. The two lovebirds will reportedly complete their professional assignments, a few days before their wedding.
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It's time to send congratulatory messages to Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal as they are all set to tie the knot. The Bollywood couple will take their relationship to the next level after dating each other for a long time. While the two lovebirds are yet to officially share details about their wedding, the preparations are going on in full swing.
Rich Chadha, Ali Fazal's pre-wedding celebrations will be held at this place
Richa and Ali will host a pre-wedding ceremony at one of the oldest clubs in India- the Delhi Gymkhana club. Yes, you read that right! The soon-to-be married couple, who has worked together in Fukrey and Fukrey 2, will be inviting their family members and close friends for the function, which will be held at the iconic 110-year-old venue.
The Delhi Gymkhana Club, which was established in 1913, is said to have a wait list of almost 37 years for the club membership. The club will make for a perfect venue for the pre-wedding celebrations as it has several amazing party venues that are tailored to accommodate needs.
What we know about Richa and Ali's wedding?
The wedding festivities will kickstart by the end of the month and conclude in the first week of October 2022 in Mumbai. Richa and Ali are expected to host two wedding receptions in Delhi and Mumbai. Their industry friends will attend their reception bash, which is said to be conducted on October 7.
Richa and Ali, known for their acting prowess, were supposed to walk down the aisle in October 2020. However, they had to postpone their wedding plans due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
What's next for Richa and Ali?
On the professional front, Richa will be next seen in Abhi Toh Party Shuru Hui Hai and Fukrey 3. Talking about Ali, the talented actor has Khufiya, Kandhar and Baanware in his kitty.
Rich and Ali, who are thorough professionals, will reportedly complete their work commitments before heading to Delhi for the wedding festivities. While the Gangs Of Wasseypur actress will wrap her shoot for Heeramandi, her beau will also finish the shoot of Mirzapur 3, a few days ahead of their marriage.
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The Roanoke-based home service company's owner says National Tradesmen Day is a great opportunity to recognize the value in becoming a skilled trades worker
ROANOKE, Va., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Trust Home Services, a leading electrical, HVAC and plumbing company serving southwest Virginia, is celebrating National Tradesmen Day on Sept. 16 to help shine a light on the need for more skilled trades professionals and demonstrate how rewarding the industry can be.
"There are a number of reasons why the United States is seeing a decline in skilled trade workers, but by showing young people that these professions are valued and stable, hopefully we can start turning that trend around," said Ted Puzio, owner of Southern Trust Home Services. "Events like National Tradesmen Day honor the men and women who work in the trade industries. These are essential positions, and we need to attract more talented workers."
Puzio said that according to the National Electrical Contractors Association, 7,000 electricians join the field each year but 10,000 retire.
"That's just one example, and the same is true in the plumbing and HVAC service fields," he said. "For years, we've told students that the only way to get ahead is to get a traditional four-year college degree, so we stopped exposing skilled individuals to these opportunities. We should show our children the wide array of careers they can choose from and position the trades as a good option for jobseekers interested in a career change."
Puzio said there will always be a demand for electricians, plumbers, HVAC repairmen and construction workers because those professions can't be outsourced. He said Southern Trust is always looking for home service professionals to fill open positions, and his home service business isn't alone in the search to find more skilled talent.
"No matter how the market shifts, we will always need people in our communities to install the lights, keep clean, warm water flowing and keep our homes comfortable," he said. "Not only is it fulfilling work, it also pays well and doesn't require thousands of dollars in student debt to learn the trade."
Puzio said that a combination of the national push toward college-only careers beginning in the late 1990s and removing shop class from high school curriculums across the country has resulted in a shortage of home service professionals and this needs to change.
"There is absolutely nothing wrong with attending college, but the message that it's 'college or bust' if you want a fulfilling career needs to be tweaked," he said. "Hopefully, in celebrating National Tradesmen Day, pushing for more inclusion in high school career days, and talking about the virtues of the industry, we can start attracting more students into the skilled trades pipeline."
Founded in 1995 as Southern State Electric, Southern Trust Home Services provides residential plumbing, electrical HVAC services, drain cleaning and one day bath remodel services, including 24/7 emergency repairs, to homeowners in more than 60 cities throughout southwest Virginia. Roanoke's first to offer a lifetime guarantee on all recommended repairs, Southern Trust Home Services staffs dedicated, certified, licensed and insured, drug and criminal background checked technicians who provide timely, same-day services for a variety of home repairs, installations, and maintenance. An A Better Business Bureau accredited company since 2006, Southern Trust Home Services has financing available including 0 percent for 18 months, and Lifetime Repair Guarantee on stated repairs. To find out more, call 540-343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.
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WILMINGTON, Mass., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF), a North American leader in providing managed business uniform programs, facility service products, and first aid and safety products and services, has signed a multi-year partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers, becoming an Official Partner of the Pittsburgh Steelers and an Official Uniform Supplier of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In addition to being an official partner, UniFirst will be promoting its business services through a variety of activities including in-stadium signage, the Steelers.com website, and Pittsburgh Steelers pre-game radio broadcasts.
Throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area, UniFirst's redesigned and rebranded delivery trucks, a major aspect of the company's ongoing brand evolution initiative, will communicate the partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
"UniFirst is excited to join forces with the Pittsburgh Steelers in our multi-year partnership," said Asit Goel, UniFirst Vice President of Marketing. "With several hundred associates servicing tens of thousands of workers and businesses in the Greater Pittsburgh communities, we share in the excitement with all of Steelers Nation."
UniFirst has evolved into a North American leader in providing managed uniforms, protective clothing, and custom corporate image apparel programs to businesses large and small. The company services over two million workers across the U.S. and Canada in high-quality, hygienically clean uniforms each workday. UniFirst also helps keeps businesses clean, safe, and healthy through an extensive line of facility service programs, first aid products and safety trainings.
For more information about UniFirst and how we always deliver for our customers, please visit UniFirst.com.
Headquartered in Wilmington, Mass., UniFirst Corporation (NYSE: UNF) is a North American leader in the supply and servicing of uniform and workwear programs, as well as the delivery of facility service programs. Together with its subsidiaries, the company also provides first aid and safety products, and manages specialized garment programs for the cleanroom and nuclear industries. UniFirst manufactures its own branded workwear, protective clothing, and floorcare products; and with 260 service locations, over 300,000 customer locations, and 14,000 employee Team Partners, the company outfits more than 2 million workers each business day. For more information, contact UniFirst at 800.455.7654 or visit UniFirst.com.
The fifth-oldest franchise in the NFL, the Pittsburgh Steelers were founded on July 8, 1933, by Arthur Joseph Rooney. Pittsburgh is among the most successful franchises in League history. The Steelers have won six Super Bowl titles, tied for the most in the NFL, and appeared in eight overall. Pittsburgh has also participated in 16 conference title games and hosted 11 – both, of which, are the most of any franchise in the League.
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NEENAH, Wis. (WFRV) – The incredible mental toughness of a Fox Valley teenager will get him onto the starting line of the half marathon race of the Fox Cities Marathon this weekend.
Gabriel Langlois, who is 12 years old, was born with spina bifida which keeps him in a wheelchair. But that hasn’t stopped him from training for a half marathon which is 13.1 miles.
“I figured I could do it and show everybody else I could do as much as them,” said Gabriel.
He’s not racing alone. His father Daniel and grandfather James will be running right alongside him.
“Not many people get to have this time to spend with family, to get to do this with three generations in a single race together it’s a once in a lifetime experience and I’m really looking forward to it,” said Daniel.
“I thought it’d be neat to have three generations going together, it’s quite unique,” said James.
Daniel said it was Gabriel who suggested running the race and Daniel and James wanted to support him and make family memories so they decided to do it as well.
Gabriel has been training for the half marathon since the spring. He told Local Five News that he has done 5k and 10k races before, but is more than doubling his distance by doing the half marathon distance.
He said on the weekends he does 13 or 14-mile long runs so he’s prepared for the 13.1-mile race this weekend.
“It’s fantastic seeing him grow up and being able to do all things he’s been able to do and accomplish all the things he’s been able to accomplish,” said Daniel.
“Gabriel doesn’t consider himself with a disability, he just does what everybody else does just sitting down,” said James.
Gabriel told Local Five News that next year he’d like to train for a full marathon. That’s 26.2 miles.
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Amber Alert issued for girl reportedly taken outside school in Missouri
,ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV/Gray News) - Authorities are searching for a missing 12-year-old girl who they say was taken from outside her school.
Missouri State Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert for Natonja Holmes late Tuesday night, according to KMOV. Ferguson police are reporting Holmes was taken from outside Ferguson Middle School at about 2:30 p.m. Monday.
Holmes is described to be 4 feet, 7 inches tall with brown eyes and braided black hair. She weighs about 120 pounds and was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and blue jeans.
According to police, two unidentified Black females abducted her. One suspect had long braids and was wearing a white T-shirt and red shorts while the other was wearing a pink hat and turquoise leggings.
Holmes was last seen in a blue minivan that police say is either an older model Blue Kia Sedona or Dodge van with no front or rear license plates.
The Ferguson Police Department initially reported her disappearance on Facebook Monday.
The case was updated Wednesday morning when police said investigators reviewed surveillance images and Holmes’ family indicated that they did not recognize the suspects nor the vehicle captured on camera.
Anyone with information about Holmes’ whereabouts should call 911 or the Ferguson Police Department at 314-522-3100.
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The best way to put a crying baby to sleep, according to scientists
Published: Sep. 14, 2022 at 6:22 AM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
(CNN) - Here is the best way to get a baby to stop crying, according to science.
Hold the baby and walk around for five minutes. Then sit with the baby for five to eight minutes. Finally, put the baby in the crib.
According to a new study in the journal, Current Biology, that is the best way to get a baby to stop crying and sleep.
Researchers compared infant reactions to four scenarios to come up with the formula.
They say skipping the sitting part makes it harder for babies to sleep, and by extension, their parents.
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New Funding Agreement Valued at up to $10 Million
Company Appoints New Independent Director
#HempIsTheNewPlastic (TM)
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One World Products, Inc. (OTCQB: OWPC) (the "Company" and "OWP"), the largest Black-controlled, fully-licensed hemp and cannabis producer in Colombia, today announced that it entered into a common stock purchase agreement and registration rights agreement (together, the "Agreements") with an institutional investor for up to $10 million worth of shares issuable over a 36-month period time, based upon the current market price of the stock at the time. Separately, upon entering into the Agreements, the investor made an initial fixed price equity investment of $150,000, which is subject to Rule 144 and a 6-month holding period. The Company also announced the appointment of a new independent director to its Board of Directors, Terry L. Buffalo.
Isiah Thomas, OWP Chairman and CEO, stated, "This investment into One World Products provides substantial upfront capital that will be used to continue to scale our operations in Columbia, enhance industrial sales of hemp products to customers and expand our carbon credits, and it is in common stock equity at a fixed price. Of note, the common stock equity agreement will provide us additional growth capital to increase our sales and is at our control and discretion in regard to the amounts and timing. We believe this financing is not dilutive to current shareholders and enhances our value by increasing our cash and shareholder equity positions over time. It better positions us toward our capital markets' goal for 2023 of an up list to a major U.S. national exchange. At this time, the Company has yet to decide on any recapitalization structure or timing, as our Board and management continue to believe out stock is undervalued."
Mr. Thomas continued, "We are pleased to partner with this institutional investor that clearly values the vision and tremendous growth potential that we see for OWP. We are confident that this capital structure will support our operational cash flow requirements while providing the flexibility to achieve our growth targets. Of extreme importance to us was the faith and enthusiasm of the investor to provide a $150,000 upfront investment at a fixed equity price and our control over the timing and amounts of future equity capital which allows us to take advantage of sudden increases in our stock price."
Following the initial investment, and subject to the conditions of the Agreements, including that a registration statement is filed and declared effective with the Securities and Exchange Commission the Company has the right, in its sole discretion, to sell up to an additional $10 million worth of shares over a 36-month period. The Company will control the timing and amount of any sales to the investor and the investor is obligated to make purchases in accordance with the Agreements.
There are no upper limits to the price per share the investor may pay to purchase common stock and the purchase price of the shares will be discounted per the agreement based on market prices of the Company's shares at the time of each sale. No warrants, derivatives, financial or business covenants are associated with the Agreements.
Additionally, on September 6, 2022, the Board of Directors of the Company appointed Terry L. Buffalo to serve as an Independent Director of the Company to fill the vacancy caused by Mr. Bruce Raben's resignation. Mr. Buffalo, 57, previously served as the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and a director of American Cannabis Company and is the founder and principal of Buffalo Cannabis Advisors. He has extensive executive experience in private and public sector engagements, primarily overseeing the deployment of multi-billion-dollar asset expansions and ensuring SEC compliance for publicly traded companies.
Mr. Thomas added, "We welcome Mr. Buffalo to our Board of Directors. Terry brings more than 25 years of experience in investment and financial advising and specifically seven plus years of extensive Cannabis Industry expertise to our Company. He joins the Board as an Independent Director, and we are excited about the contributions he will undoubtedly make at OWP. We also thank Mr. Raben for his support of our early-stage growth and wish him well as he leaves to pursue other opportunities."
A more detailed description of the Agreements is set forth in One World Products' Current Reports on Form 8-K as filed with the SEC.
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities in this offering, nor will there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer solicitation or sale are unlawful prior to registration or qualification under securities laws of any such jurisdiction.
One World Products is the largest Black-controlled, fully licensed hemp and cannabis producer with offices in Las Vegas, Nevada, and offices and operations in Bogota and Popayan, Colombia. One World Products planted its first crop of cannabis in 2018 at its cultivation site in Popayan, Colombia, and began harvesting commercially in the first quarter of 2020.
As an ascendant international hemp and cannabis company focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, the recently announced Isiah International/One World Products/AMUNAFRO consortium controls approximately 1.2 million acres of land in Colombia focused on the licensed production of industrial hemp for integration into sustainable, carbon-reducing products made throughout the world. The Company expects to supply its global clients with the highest quality industrial and commercial applications for cannabis, hemp, and hemp products, including derivatives in crude oil, distillate, and isolate forms with industrial-scale production to serve global cannabis and hemp demand. Its products will be produced and tested according to GAP, GMP and ISO standards. For more information, please visit https://oneworldproducts.com/.
Isiah Thomas was inducted into the National Basketball Association (NBA) Hall of Fame in 2000 after spending his entire career with the Detroit Pistons. He was a 12-time NBA All-Star, a two-time NBA champion, the 1990 NBA Finals Most Valuable Player, and named as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History. Today, Mr. Thomas serves as an analyst for NBA TV and is an accomplished and highly respected international business executive and investor. His portfolio of companies was developed through Isiah International, Inc., which invests in companies with strong market positions and growth potential.
Mr. Thomas' business interests include sports and entertainment, real estate, waste management, hemp, cannabis, and a CBD personal products company, among others. In addition, Mr. Thomas has developed a very successful champagne business, Cheurlin Champagnes. He has cultivated excellent relationships with the grower, employees, and the French government. As a result, he now owns the proprietary genetics for the Champagne grapes he produces and has perfected an international import/export system for the global distribution of the product. More information is available at www.isiahinternational.com.
Mr. Thomas previously served on the Chicago Stock Exchange's Board of Governors, was a co-founder of the NBA's Toronto Raptors, Popcorn Indiana, and was a member of the Board of Get-in Chicago, an organization that focused on preventing gang violence in Chicago. He is a Distinguished Alumnus of Indiana University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. He also received his Master of Education from the University of California at Berkeley.
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CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SDI Presence LLC (SDI), an IT consultancy and managed services provider (MSP), today announced the addition of Ms. Ramona Prieto to its Advisory Board. Providing strategic guidance on the firm's expansion in current and new markets, SDI's Advisory Board also includes technology industry veteran Mr. Anjan Mehta, and former President of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) Ms. Joset Wright-Lacy.
Prieto, currently serving as Head of Public Policy & Communications, Western US at Uber, brings a decade of government relations, public policy, and public relations experience to SDI Presence. Prior to Uber, Prieto served over six years on the leadership team at Pacific Gas & Electric Company, one of the largest combination natural gas and electric utilities in the United States. Prieto is also an active member of Hispanas Organized for Political Equality.
"As a trusted advisor to State and Local Government (SLG) and Utility looking to modernize their technologies, SDI Presence is thrilled to add Ramona's expertise in utilities and community engagement to our Advisory Board," stated David A. Gupta, SDI Presence Founder and Chief Executive Officer. "Ramona is highly respected for her leadership and operational experience at PG&E and Uber, is culturally aligned with SDI's mission and core values, and her California roots overlap directly with SDI's growing client base across the West Coast."
SDI has built a 25-year track record of successfully delivering on long-term, mission-critical IT services contracts that also leverage the project work scope to build partner MBE firms' capacity in a strategic manner. The firm commits significant resources to its MBE partner network through business partnerships and mentoring. SDI spent over 53% with diverse partners in 2021, continuing SDI's commitment to a 40% minimum yearly diverse corporate spend since 2018.
"I am really proud to be joining the advisory board and the opportunity to work with the broader SDI Presence leadership team. The breadth of services and capacity to scale, aligned with their deep value in community engagement makes SDI poised for real impact" said Prieto. "I have watched SDI's growth in critical spaces, like local government, safety and utilities with great interest, and I'm looking forward to seeing their operational performance and diversity goals set the industry standard."
About SDI (SDI Presence LLC):
SDI Presence LLC is an IT consultancy and managed services provider (MSP) that leverages its strong team presence to advance our clients to a secure digital enterprise. With a 25-year corporate resume, SDI delivers strategic managed services, IT consulting, and hybrid infrastructure solutions to optimize our clients' technology environments. SDI is NMSDC-certified, with a portfolio of clients that includes some of the nation's largest airports, utilities, commercial real estate portfolios, and government agencies. SDI is backed by Abry Partners, a Boston-based sector focused private equity firm with $5B under management and over 30 years of experience in the technology market. Visit us at sdipresence.com and connect with us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
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SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SMOORE Technology participated in a meeting with the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as a member of the Vapor Technology Association (VTA) alongside the VTA and other industry representatives. SMOORE, the only Chinese company and the only vaping device manufacturer invited to the meeting, was given the opportunity to address the attendees. Eve Wang, Vice-President of SMOORE Technology, introduced SMOORE's business to the meeting participants, and explained that SMOORE has been supplying the US market with quality vaping devices for over a decade through ODM service to leading brands. Eve also noted that SMOORE has supported many customers to undergo the PMTA review.
SMOORE understands and fully supports the FDA's mission to protect public health and reduce tobacco use by minors. SMOORE has been actively pursuing innovation in vaping technologies and making continuous improvements in the manufacturing process so as to improve the quality and safety of vaping products. It is SMOORE's core belief that innovation and regulation will work in tandem to provide less harmful alternatives to adult smokers whilst reducing tobacco use by minors.
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New Funding Agreement Valued at up to $10 Million
Company Appoints New Independent Director
#HempIsTheNewPlastic (TM)
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One World Products, Inc. (OTCQB: OWPC) (the "Company" and "OWP"), the largest Black-controlled, fully-licensed hemp and cannabis producer in Colombia, today announced that it entered into a common stock purchase agreement and registration rights agreement (together, the "Agreements") with an institutional investor for up to $10 million worth of shares issuable over a 36-month period time, based upon the current market price of the stock at the time. Separately, upon entering into the Agreements, the investor made an initial fixed price equity investment of $150,000, which is subject to Rule 144 and a 6-month holding period. The Company also announced the appointment of a new independent director to its Board of Directors, Terry L. Buffalo.
Isiah Thomas, OWP Chairman and CEO, stated, "This investment into One World Products provides substantial upfront capital that will be used to continue to scale our operations in Columbia, enhance industrial sales of hemp products to customers and expand our carbon credits, and it is in common stock equity at a fixed price. Of note, the common stock equity agreement will provide us additional growth capital to increase our sales and is at our control and discretion in regard to the amounts and timing. We believe this financing is not dilutive to current shareholders and enhances our value by increasing our cash and shareholder equity positions over time. It better positions us toward our capital markets' goal for 2023 of an up list to a major U.S. national exchange. At this time, the Company has yet to decide on any recapitalization structure or timing, as our Board and management continue to believe out stock is undervalued."
Mr. Thomas continued, "We are pleased to partner with this institutional investor that clearly values the vision and tremendous growth potential that we see for OWP. We are confident that this capital structure will support our operational cash flow requirements while providing the flexibility to achieve our growth targets. Of extreme importance to us was the faith and enthusiasm of the investor to provide a $150,000 upfront investment at a fixed equity price and our control over the timing and amounts of future equity capital which allows us to take advantage of sudden increases in our stock price."
Following the initial investment, and subject to the conditions of the Agreements, including that a registration statement is filed and declared effective with the Securities and Exchange Commission the Company has the right, in its sole discretion, to sell up to an additional $10 million worth of shares over a 36-month period. The Company will control the timing and amount of any sales to the investor and the investor is obligated to make purchases in accordance with the Agreements.
There are no upper limits to the price per share the investor may pay to purchase common stock and the purchase price of the shares will be discounted per the agreement based on market prices of the Company's shares at the time of each sale. No warrants, derivatives, financial or business covenants are associated with the Agreements.
Additionally, on September 6, 2022, the Board of Directors of the Company appointed Terry L. Buffalo to serve as an Independent Director of the Company to fill the vacancy caused by Mr. Bruce Raben's resignation. Mr. Buffalo, 57, previously served as the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and a director of American Cannabis Company and is the founder and principal of Buffalo Cannabis Advisors. He has extensive executive experience in private and public sector engagements, primarily overseeing the deployment of multi-billion-dollar asset expansions and ensuring SEC compliance for publicly traded companies.
Mr. Thomas added, "We welcome Mr. Buffalo to our Board of Directors. Terry brings more than 25 years of experience in investment and financial advising and specifically seven plus years of extensive Cannabis Industry expertise to our Company. He joins the Board as an Independent Director, and we are excited about the contributions he will undoubtedly make at OWP. We also thank Mr. Raben for his support of our early-stage growth and wish him well as he leaves to pursue other opportunities."
A more detailed description of the Agreements is set forth in One World Products' Current Reports on Form 8-K as filed with the SEC.
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities in this offering, nor will there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer solicitation or sale are unlawful prior to registration or qualification under securities laws of any such jurisdiction.
One World Products is the largest Black-controlled, fully licensed hemp and cannabis producer with offices in Las Vegas, Nevada, and offices and operations in Bogota and Popayan, Colombia. One World Products planted its first crop of cannabis in 2018 at its cultivation site in Popayan, Colombia, and began harvesting commercially in the first quarter of 2020.
As an ascendant international hemp and cannabis company focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, the recently announced Isiah International/One World Products/AMUNAFRO consortium controls approximately 1.2 million acres of land in Colombia focused on the licensed production of industrial hemp for integration into sustainable, carbon-reducing products made throughout the world. The Company expects to supply its global clients with the highest quality industrial and commercial applications for cannabis, hemp, and hemp products, including derivatives in crude oil, distillate, and isolate forms with industrial-scale production to serve global cannabis and hemp demand. Its products will be produced and tested according to GAP, GMP and ISO standards. For more information, please visit https://oneworldproducts.com/.
Isiah Thomas was inducted into the National Basketball Association (NBA) Hall of Fame in 2000 after spending his entire career with the Detroit Pistons. He was a 12-time NBA All-Star, a two-time NBA champion, the 1990 NBA Finals Most Valuable Player, and named as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History. Today, Mr. Thomas serves as an analyst for NBA TV and is an accomplished and highly respected international business executive and investor. His portfolio of companies was developed through Isiah International, Inc., which invests in companies with strong market positions and growth potential.
Mr. Thomas' business interests include sports and entertainment, real estate, waste management, hemp, cannabis, and a CBD personal products company, among others. In addition, Mr. Thomas has developed a very successful champagne business, Cheurlin Champagnes. He has cultivated excellent relationships with the grower, employees, and the French government. As a result, he now owns the proprietary genetics for the Champagne grapes he produces and has perfected an international import/export system for the global distribution of the product. More information is available at www.isiahinternational.com.
Mr. Thomas previously served on the Chicago Stock Exchange's Board of Governors, was a co-founder of the NBA's Toronto Raptors, Popcorn Indiana, and was a member of the Board of Get-in Chicago, an organization that focused on preventing gang violence in Chicago. He is a Distinguished Alumnus of Indiana University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. He also received his Master of Education from the University of California at Berkeley.
Contacts:
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Dennard Lascar Investor Relations
OWP@dennardlascar.com
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ActiveFence Will Now Provide Insights and Technological Acumen to Help Trust & Safety Teams – At Companies of All Sizes – With Scalability and Industry Best Practices
NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ActiveFence, the leading Trust & Safety tech platform in identifying online harm, confirmed today a partnership with the Trust & Safety Professional Association (TSPA) to provide expertise and technological acumen to Trust & Safety teams at companies so they can better protect users from online harm.
TSPA – who works with companies such as Google, Meta, Snapchat, and TikTok – supports the global community of professionals who develop and enforce principles and policies that define acceptable online behavior and content.
As part of this partnership, ActiveFence will provide resources and expertise to enable Trust & Safety teams to be more agile, scalable, and efficient.
ActiveFence's unique and cutting-edge skillset will add immense value to Trust & Safety teams across industries – like social media, streaming, and gaming – tasked with protecting users across multiple formats (imagery, audio, video, and text) and abuse areas including fraud, disinformation, terrorism, extremism, hate speech, child sexual abuse material (CSAM), and more.
"With more online threats than ever before, Trust & Safety teams play a crucial role in protecting users and making the internet a safer and more inclusive place," said Inbal Goldberger, VP Trust & Safety at ActiveFence. "TSPA has created the gold standard for what it means to be a Trust & Safety professional, and we look forward to working together and sharing our expertise in Trust & Safety best practices, contextual content moderation, and artificial intelligence to help scale Trust & Safety teams for every company, regardless of size."
"Online harms are evolving rapidly, and trust & safety professionals must be equipped to evolve along with them and meet those threats head-on," said Charlotte Willner, Executive Director at TSPA. "We're delighted to be welcoming the Trust & Safety professionals at ActiveFence to TSPA and look forward to incorporating their experiences and expertise into our community of practice."
TSPA will host the inaugural TrustCon in Palo Alto, California, later this month, convening Trust & Safety teams from leading companies for this inaugural event. At TrustCon, ActiveFence will share research and insights with the aim of creating a safer internet. VP Trust & Safety Goldberger will present strategies for how online platforms can protect users from malicious actors.
ActiveFence
ActiveFence is the leading tool stack for Trust & Safety teams. By relying on ActiveFence's end-to-end solution, Trust & Safety teams can keep users safe from the widest spectrum of online harms, unwanted content, and malicious behavior, including child safety, disinformation, fraud, hate speech, terror, nudity, and more.
Using cutting-edge AI and subject-matter experts to continuously collect, analyze, and contextualize data, ActiveFence ensures that customers are always two steps ahead of bad actors. As a result, Trust & Safety teams can be proactive and provide maximum protection to users across a multitude of abuse areas, in 95+ languages.
Backed by leading Silicon Valley investors like CRV and Norwest, ActiveFence has raised $100M to date; employs 300+ people worldwide; and has contributed to the online safety of billions of users worldwide.
TSPA
TSPA is a non-partisan membership association that supports the global community of professionals who develop and enforce principles and policies that define acceptable behavior and content online.
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STOCKHOLM, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson will hold its 2022 Capital Markets Day in New York City on Thursday 15 December 2022. The event will also be streamed live for those who cannot attend in person.
The event will feature presentations from President and CEO Börje Ekholm and other members of the Executive Management team, who will provide an update on the company's strategic direction and recent business development, as well as a deep dive into specific business areas and the opportunities ahead.
The Capital Markets Day is scheduled as a physical event but will also be streamed live digitally for those who prefer to participate remotely. The webcast will be available on-demand after the event and can be viewed on our website.
A formal invitation to Ericsson's Capital Markets Day, including the agenda and practical details for participation, will be distributed closer to the event.
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A North American leading city builder further demonstrates its commitment to enhancing neighbourhoods across the GTA with the introduction of a new collection of housing development projects
TORONTO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Vandyk Properties, a North American leading city builder in real estate development and investments, unveils today The Legacy CollectionTM. Paying homage to the company's roots and commitment to constant evolution, The Legacy Collection consists of carefully curated communities, with a mix of townhomes, semi-detached, and single-family homes with design-forward thinking and life-inspiring interiors in prime GTA locations. Three projects under this collection are anticipated to be unveiled this fall through 2023, further supporting the company's commitment to creating interconnected, family oriented, sustainable and forward-thinking communities.
"Vandyk Properties' roots are in creating ground-related premium communities; it's where we began," says John Vandyk, President & CEO of Vandyk Properties. "Our Legacy Collection pays respect to just that - our beginnings and an exciting development offering that we're bringing back with the goal of re-inspiring neighbourhoods across the GTA."
The Legacy Collection offers new housing opportunities to a growing GTA population. All developments within this collection are optimally situated and located in already established neighbourhoods, allowing the opportunity for families to set their roots by investing in a community for years to come. The first project within the collection, The Ravine is set to be unveiled in Mississauga this fall, a residential development located in the picturesque neighbourhood of Meadowvale Village.
The Ravine is a community comprised of 37 luxury detached homes, on permit-ready freehold lots backing onto Fletcher's Creek. The detached homes will feature up to five bedrooms and up to 4,000 square feet of living space as well as finished ground level spaces with separate entrances offering flexibility to a variety of families lifestyles. This exclusive enclave community will be located south of Derry Road West, between McLaughlin Road and Hurontario Street, in the highly desirable Meadowvale Village Neighborhood. This affluent residential community will be in close proximity to prime amenities, including excellent academic schools, modern conveniences and major highways and roads.
Having already established a track record of success in being one of the best-in-class real estate operators in North America, Vandyk Properties seeks to continue to be a leader within the category of residential property development.
For further information about The Ravine, register for updates and launch details at www.vandyk.com/theravine.
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Bestsellers List Sunday, September 18
SoCal Bestsellers
Hardcover Fiction
1. Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin (Knopf: $28) Lifelong BFFs collaborate on a wildly successful video game.
2. Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Ballantine: $28) In 1994, six years after retiring, a champion tennis player attempts a comeback.
3. The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell (Knopf: $28) In 16th century Florence, the carefree daughter of a grand duke gets forced into a political marriage.
4. Fairy Tale by Stephen King (Scribner: $33) A teenager inherits a dog and a portal to an alternate world in a novel from the master of horror.
5. Horse by Geraldine Brooks (Viking: $28) Prior to the Civil War, an enslaved young man, a racehorse and an artist launch a complex story that spans generations.
6. Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus (Doubleday: $29) In the 1960s, a female chemist goes on to be a single parent, then a celebrity chef.
7. Heat 2 by Michael Mann, Meg Gardiner (Morrow: $29) A collaboration from the director of the movie “Heat” and the mystery writer, set in the classic film’s world.
8. The Ink Black Heart by Robert Galbraith (Mulholland: $32) Another Cormoran Strike mystery from J.K. Rowling, using a pen name.
9. Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi (Hanover Square: $20) A Tokyo cafe gives customers the chance to travel back in time.
10. Mercury Pictures Presents by Anthony Marra (Hogarth: $29) Shortly before the U.S. enters World War II, an Italian woman working for a movie studio immigrates to Los Angeles.
Hardcover nonfiction
1. Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner (Knopf: $27) A memoir from the Korean-born singer-songwriter of the band Japanese Breakfast.
2. I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy (Simon & Schuster: $28) A memoir from the star of TV’s “iCarly” and “Sam & Cat.”
3. Solito by Javier Zamora (Hogarth: $28) The poet tells the story of the arduous journey from El Salvador to the U.S. that he took when he was 9 years old.
4. Dinner in One by Melissa Clark (Clarkson Potter: $30) A collection of recipes that can be prepared in one pan, pot or sheet, from the New York food writer.
5. A Visible Man by Edward Enninful (Penguin: $30) A memoir from the first Black editor of British Vogue.
6. Shy by Mary Rodgers, Jesse Green (FSG: $35) A memoir, of sorts, from the Broadway composer, daughter of Richard Rodgers, as told to the former New York Times drama critic.
7. Atomic Habits by James Clear (Avery: $27) The self-help expert’s guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones via tiny changes in behavior.
8. Path Lit by Lightning by David Maraniss (Simon & Schuster: $33) A biography of Jim Thorpe, the Native American who is considered one of the greatest American athletes.
9. The Amazing Baby Name Book by Amy Ephron, Maia Wapnick, Anna Ephron Harari, Jennifer Bricking (illus.) (Princeton Architectural Press: $19) A thoughtfully curated guide to baby names for new parents.
10. Bad City by Paul Pringle (Celadon: $30) The Los Angeles Times reporter details how following a tip led him and his colleagues to uncover two major scandals at USC.
Paperback fiction
1. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Washington Square: $17)
2. It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover (Atria: $17)
3. Verity by Colleen Hoover (Grand Central: $17)
4. Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Ballantine: $17)
5. Circe by Madeline Miller (Back Bay: $17)
6. Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood (Berkley: $17)
7. Someone Who Will Love You in All Your Damaged Glory by Raphael Bob-Waksberg (Vintage: $17)
8. Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens (Putnam: $18)
9. Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Ballantine: $18)
10. The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides (Celadon: $18)
Paperback nonfiction
1. The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk (Penguin: $19)
2. All About Love by bell hooks (Morrow: $17)
3. Educated by Tara Westover (Random House: $19)
4. Slouching Towards Bethlehem by Joan Didion (FSG: $17)
5. Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari (Harper: $25)
6. Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell (Back Bay: $19)
7. The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles by Joy Yoon (Universe: $25)
8. This Is Your Mind on Plants by Michael Pollan (Penguin: $18)
9. The Bomber Mafia by Malcolm Gladwell (Back Bay: $19)
10. The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz (Amber-Allen: $13)
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Jacqueline Fernandez, who is grabbing headlines for her alleged involvement in the Rs 215 crore money laundering case, has been a Bollywood actor for more than a decade. Over the years, she has established herself as one of the most popular faces in the Hindi film industry, having worked in more than 20 feature films.
Jacqueline, a Sri Lankan national, began her showbiz journey with modelling in the early 2000s. She was declared the winner of the Miss Sri Lanka Universe pageant in 2006. After achieving the big feat, Jacqueline decided to leave everything behind in her home country and fly to India following an agent’s suggestion to try modelling here. The actress knew no one in India at the time, but she definitely had a confidence to make it big one day.
“When I told my parents about it, they were like, ‘India is huge. You don’t have anybody there. Are you sure you want to go there? How will you manage?’ I told them, ‘I have found an agency and everything is sorted.’ But in my head I was like nothing has been sorted. But I thought let me try it,” Jacqueline had recalled during an interview on The Bombay Journey.
After a couple of years of struggle, Jacqueline landed a lead role opposite Riteish Deshmukh in the 2009 fantasy action comedy ‘Aladin.’ Even though the Sujoy Ghosh directorial had stalwarts like Amitabh Bachchan and Sanjay Dutt and earned Jacqueline best female debut awards, it turned out to be a major disappointment at the box office. This was followed by another flop Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai, which was released in the same year. Things became tough for Jacqueline, who stopped getting any work after two back-to-back flops. But thankfully, the actress did not have to sit at home for too long as she got her breakthrough with Mohit Suri’s Murder 2 in 2011. Murder 2 became a turning point in Jacqueline’s career as her popularity skyrocketed to another level in Bollywood. But not many would know that the actress was not comfortable about doing the movie.
“Murder was very bold and provocative. I told Mukesh Bhatt, ‘I can’t do this because I had just done Aladin where I was Jasmine. So, if you want me to be bold and sensuous, I’m not very comfortable or confident to do this,’” Jacqueline had recounted in the same interview. It was Jacqueline’s first director, Sujoy Ghosh, who convinced her to take up the challenge and do it with full conviction.
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After the success of Murder 2, Jacqueline worked in two super hit movies including Housefull 2 and Race 2, both came in 2012. During the filming of Housefull 2, the actress got into a romantic relationship with director Sajid Khan. Their affair became the talk of the town and there was speculation of an impending wedding. However, the two parted ways in 2013.
The actress then went on to appear in Kick, which marked her first collaboration with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Following Kick’s massive success in 2014, Jacqueline became a part of Salman’s inner circle and continues to share a close bond with the ‘Dabangg’ star till date.
After tasting back-to-back successes, Jacqueline’s career once again hit rock bottom when Roy, Brothers, Dishoom, A Flying Jatt and A Gentleman failed miserably at the box office. Barring Housefull 3, the actress did not have any hits in the years 2015 and 2016. In 2017, David Dhawan’s Judwaa 2 came as a sigh of big relief for Jacqueline, who was desperately looking for a commercial success. The actress was paired opposite Varun Dhawan in the film, which was a reboot of the 1997 action-comedy of the same name.
Jacqueline reunited with Salman Khan in Race 3 (2018), but the film was, unfortunately, panned by the critics and the audiences alike. Her OTT movies Drive and Mrs Serial Killer, which dropped on Netflix in 2018 and 2019, respectively, failed to impress the audiences either.
In 2021, Jacqueline appeared in a multi-starrer horror comedy ‘Bhoot Police,’ which was unable to generate positive buzz after her name cropped up in a multi-crore money laundering case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar. Since then there’s been a major downfall in Jacqueline’s career. She might have had two releases Bachchhan Pandey and Vikrant Rona this year, but the cloud of controversies has not left her.
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The weather doesn’t reflect it sometimes, but fall is on the way. And at my house, that means pasta and red wine season is just around the corner.
Until then, this pasta recipe from EatingWell makes the best of this in-between time: It features fresh spinach and a bright sun-dried tomato cream sauce over hearty spaghetti.
Best of all, this dish comes together quickly, making it an easy choice for busy weeknights when you really don’t want to pay for carry-out again.
Abandon your summertime salads and prepare for the long winter ahead! It’s not too early to start.
First off, the sun-dried tomatoes are key. Make sure you buy ones that are packed in oil — you’ll be using a little of that oil to add flavor to the sauce. And keep an eye on your budget, because gourmet brands of sun-dried tomatoes can cost a pretty penny if you’re not paying attention.
Once you’re in the kitchen, step one is to cook the spaghetti. While the noodles are going, coarsely chop baby spinach and place it in a colander in the sink.
This brings us to another of this recipe’s time-savers: When the pasta is done, drain the pot through the spinach-filled colander. The hot water will quickly wilt and cook the spinach in one step.
Toss the spinach to distribute it through the spaghetti and set aside. Time for the tomato cream sauce!
Here’s the tasty part. Sauté thin slices of onion with sun-dried tomatoes in oil from the tomatoes’ packaging. Once softened, season with garlic, crushed red pepper, salt and black pepper.
Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, cooking until the liquid is reduced by half. Finally, add in the richness: sour cream, butter and Parmesan cheese. Your tomato cream sauce is complete!
Transfer the cooked spaghetti and spinach into the saucepan and toss to coat. That’s it! An early-fall dinner is served.
Click here to read the full recipe for EatingWell’s Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce.
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By COLLEEN LONG and TOM KRISHER
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden, a gearhead with his own vintage Corvette, will showcase his administration’s efforts to promote electric vehicles during a visit to the Detroit auto show.
The Democratic president, who recently took a spin in his pine-green 1967 Stingray with Jay Leno for a segment on CNBC’s “Jay Leno’s Garage,” may get the chance to slide behind the wheel of a new vehicle Wednesday during his stop in Detroit. He doesn’t get many chances anymore in the driver’s seat; he’s not allowed to drive on public roads as president.
But he’s mostly going to the North American International Auto Show to talk shop, plugging the huge new climate, tax and health care law that offers tax incentives for buying electric vehicles.
While Biden has been taking credit for the recent boom in electric vehicle battery and assembly plant announcements, most were in the works long before the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law on Aug. 16. Biden’s 2021 infrastructure legislation could have something to do with it — it provides $5 billion over five years to help states create a network of EV charging stations.
Under the newest law, electric vehicles must be built in North America to be eligible for a new federal tax credit of up to $7,500. Batteries for qualifying vehicles also must be made in North America, and there are requirements for battery minerals to be produced or recycled on the continent. The credits are aimed at creating a U.S. electric vehicle supply chain and ending dependence on other countries, mainly China.
Passage of the measure set off a scramble by automakers to speed up efforts to find North American-made batteries and battery minerals from the U.S., Canada or Mexico to make sure EVs are eligible for the credit.
In April, Ford started building electric pickup trucks at a new Michigan factory. General Motors has revamped an old factory in Detroit to make electric Hummers and pickups.
Long before legislators reached a compromise on the legislation, each company announced three EV battery factories, all joint ventures with battery makers. A GM battery plant in Warren, Ohio, has already started manufacturing. A government loan announced in July will help GM build its battery factories.
Ford said last September it would build the next generation of electric pickups at a plant in Tennessee, and GM has announced EV assembly plants in Lansing, Michigan; Spring Hill, Tennessee; and Orion Township, Michigan. In May, Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, said it would build another joint venture battery factory in Indiana, and it has announced a battery plant in Canada.
Hyundai announced battery and assembly plants in May to be built in Georgia, and Vietnamese automaker VinFast announced factories in North Carolina in July. Honda and Toyota both announced U.S. battery plants after the act was passed, but they had been planned for months.
Biden has been talking for a long time about the importance of building a domestic EV supply chain and that may have prodded some of the companies to locate factories in the U.S. But it’s also advantageous to build batteries near where EVs will be assembled because the batteries are heavy and costly to ship from overseas.
And auto companies are rolling out more affordable electric options even despite battery costs. The latest came last week from General Motors, a Chevrolet Equinox small SUV. It has a starting price around $30,000 and a range-per-charge of 250 miles, or 400 kilometers. Buyers can get range of 300 miles, or 500 kilometers, if they pay more.
The Equinox checks the North American assembly box. It will be made in Mexico. The company won’t say where the battery will be made but it is working on meeting the other criteria for getting the tax credit.
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The deal allows EOI to launch its first satellite in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO)
LOUISVILLE, Colo., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EOI Space, a company deploying low-flying small satellites that provides intelligence to government and commercial customers, today announced its deal with SpaceX to launch EOI's first satellite using the SpaceX rideshare program. SpaceX, which designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft, has a unique service that allows small satellite owners to share space on its missions.
EOI's first satellite, a technology demonstrator, is manifested to launch in 2023 on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. This demonstration mission will allow EOI to test and validate its technology, ensuring the satellite's configuration and operational parameters meet the desired mission applications. Providing imagery at a 15 cm (6-inch) ground sample distance will enable EOI to deliver worldwide high-resolution imagery and location data in a timely manner, never previously seen from commercial satellites.
"This is an exciting time for us as EOI will be the first private company to operate in VLEO. Our first satellite launch is just the beginning of EOI's mission to provide the highest resolution commercially available imagery and near real-time data delivery to our government and commercial customers," said Christopher Thein, CEO of EOI. "We look forward to working with SpaceX on additional rideshares as we complete manufacturing a series of satellite rollouts in the near future."
As EOI's satellite constellation advances, so will the need to have a trusted and proven launch provider. The SpaceX rideshare program has a track record of success since the program's first launch in 2021. Falcon 9, which will be launching EOI's demonstration satellite, has over 160 successful launches. EOI is manifested to launch on board SpaceX's Transporter-8 rideshare mission, which will liftoff from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. All these factors weighed into EOI's decision to choose SpaceX for the company's first satellite launch.
Based in Louisville Colorado, EOI is developing a unique low-flying constellation of small satellites to collect ultra-high-resolution imagery to support a wide range of earth observation applications in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) using its proven, patent-pending electric propulsion technology. By operating closer to Earth than ever before, EOI will capture the highest commercially available views of our planet from Space for real-time intelligence, asset monitoring, and situation awareness. The Satellites-as-a-Service model will provide governmental entities and other companies with another technology to gather data, previously unavailable in the commercial marketplace.
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Leading upcycled fruit snack brand delights with new sweet and salty combination
NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Move over pumpkin spice, RIND® Snacks' latest innovation, Dark Cocoa Sea Salt Coconut Crisps, will have you savoring summer and going cocoa-nuts! Made with four simple ingredients—dried coconut, coconut sugar, dark cocoa powder and a hint of sea salt—RIND's newest addition is a salty, sweet and irresistible snack combo.
"Our new Dark Cocoa Sea Salt Coconut Crisps embody all the qualities consumers crave in a snack: sweet, salty, simple and sustainable," said Matt Weiss, RIND® founder & CEO. "It represents our first foray into clean and wholesome seasonings and it's the first in our line of single-serve snack bags, making RIND® an even more convenient and 'a-peel-ing' option for on-the-go snacking."
With Dark Cocoa Sea Salt Coconut Crisps, RIND® retains the fruit's nutrient-rich inner husk, then dusts them with real dark cocoa and a hint of sea salt for a treat that snackers can feel good about finishing. High in fiber—7g per serving—as well as heart-healthy fats, these crave-able crisps are amazing straight from the bag, dynamite out of the freezer and highly versatile as a topper to almost any dish. This delectable, nutrition-rich snack is also naturally low in carbs and added sugar, making them a great option for keto-friendly diets and leaving snackers satisfied and energized.
RIND® Dark Cocoa Sea Salt Coconut Crisps is the latest addition to the brand's ever-growing portfolio of delicious and sustainable, better-for-you snacks. The new crisps are currently available in 3.5 oz. multi-pack options at rindsnacks.com, and will be rolling out in 1.4 oz. snack bags at select CVS stores nationwide beginning in October, with additional retailers including Wegmans launching this fall. Like all RIND® products, Dark Cocoa Sea Salt Coconut Crisps retain as much of the natural fruit as possible, continuing the brand's commitment to divert over one million pounds of food waste this year.
About RIND®
RIND® is a line of functional and sustainable whole-fruit snacks that encourage consumers to 'Keep it Real & Eat the Peel.' Launched in 2018, RIND® is the result of a multigenerational family focus on delicious, all-natural foods that sustain personal and planetary health. By gently dehydrating whole fruit with its nutrient-rich skins intact, RIND® is packed with fiber and vitamins and helps fight food waste by using upcycled produce that would otherwise be discarded. RIND® products are non-GMO Verified, Kosher, naturally vegan and gluten free. For more info, visit rindsnacks.com or follow @rindsnacks on social.
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STOCKHOLM, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson will hold its 2022 Capital Markets Day in New York City on Thursday 15 December 2022. The event will also be streamed live for those who cannot attend in person.
The event will feature presentations from President and CEO Börje Ekholm and other members of the Executive Management team, who will provide an update on the company's strategic direction and recent business development, as well as a deep dive into specific business areas and the opportunities ahead.
The Capital Markets Day is scheduled as a physical event but will also be streamed live digitally for those who prefer to participate remotely. The webcast will be available on-demand after the event and can be viewed on our website.
A formal invitation to Ericsson's Capital Markets Day, including the agenda and practical details for participation, will be distributed closer to the event.
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BARCELONA (AP) — Dejan Bodiroga, a three-time EuroLeague champion during a stellar playing career, was announced Wednesday as the league’s new president and director.
Also appointed Wednesday: Marshall Glickman, who will serve as the EuroLeague’s new CEO and is a past president of the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers.
They succeed the league’s founder, Jordi Bertomeu, who held the title of CEO for 22 years.
Bodiroga was a three-time Olympian for Serbia and Montenegro, helping that team win a silver medal at the 1996 Atlanta Games — losing only to the U.S. in the gold-medal game.
He has since been a vice president of the Serbian Basketball Federation and was president of the Competition Commission of FIBA Europe.
Glickman — an Oregon native — has been a longtime advisor to the EuroLeague. The league said he “will serve a transitional role” while the league recruits a permanent CEO. He will focus on the league’s business interests, including potential expansion.
His father, Harry Glickman, was a founder of the Trail Blazers. Marshall Glickman resigned as president of that team in 1995.
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Aaron Judge adds home runs No. 56 & 57 in his pursuit of Babe Ruth and Roger Maris in Yankees lore
By Issy Ronald, CNN
Fenway Park is one of the US’ most historic ballparks, and it witnessed even more history on Tuesday as Aaron Judge hit his 56th and 57th homers of the 2022 season, guiding the New York Yankees to a 7-6 win against their bitter rivals, the Boston Red Sox.
With these latest two home runs, Judge edged closer to immortalizing his season in Yankees lore alongside Babe Ruth’s 60 home runs in 1927 and Roger Maris’ record 61 in 1961, which has also stood as the American League record for 61 years.
Judge’s first homer of Tuesday night — a 383-foot drive through right-center field — tied the game at three in the third inning.
His next one was even bigger, as he blasted a high ball 389 feet through to deep left field and into the stands to tie the game at 4-4 in the sixth.
“You really just don’t look at it. If you’re checking the numbers, you’re gonna get caught,” Judge said afterwards, according to ESPN.
“I just keep trying to do what I can do, and the numbers will take care of themselves. If I have a good plan and have a good approach, do what I need to do in the box, all that other stuff will show up.”
As well as Maris’ American League record, Judge is now within sight of several other landmarks.
He is one homer short of tying the AL record for right-handed hitters, currently held by Hank Greenberg (1938) and Jimmie Foxx (1932); has now notched up 20 more home runs than the next highest total in the MLB this season — the first time such a gap has existed since the final day of the 1928 season; and achieved his 10th multi-homer game of the season on Tuesday, just one behind the major league record of 11.
“I’m out of adjectives. Just really impressive,” Yankees manager Aaron Boone said, according to ESPN. “To take one out the other way, and then get [Red Sox pitcher Garrett] Whitlock on a breaking ball, he’s riding balls out so well… Just in such good hitting position and so strong and lays the bat in the zone to ride it out so long that he gets a good piece of it and puts it up in the light stand. Just amazing what he’s doing.”
If Judge is able to finish the season with 65 homers — which would require one every 2.5 games — it would be the fifth 65-plus home run season in MLB history.
The most ever in a single season was by Barry Bonds in 2001 when he finished with 73.
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The Biden administration next month will place new restrictions on U.S. shipments of semiconductor chips and chipmaking equipment to China, according to Reuters.
The Commerce Department will formalize new rules prohibiting the shipment of chipmaking equipment to Chinese factories that produce advanced semiconductors, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
U.S. companies seeking to export the equipment must obtain a Commerce Department license.
Three U.S. companies — KLA Corp., Lam Research Corp., and Applied Materials Inc. — already operate under the restrictions as directed by the Commerce Department.
The Hill has reached out to the Commerce Department for comment.
Semiconductor chips power most electrical systems and machines, from appliances to computers, vehicles and modern weapons.
Over the summer, the U.S. passed the Chips and Science Act, seeking to increase America’s competitive with China in the semiconductor industry with $50 billion in funding for the industry.
Last month, as tensions soared between the U.S. and China over House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.)’s visit to Taiwan, the U.S. began restricting the export of high-end graphics computer chips to Russia, China and Hong Kong.
Chipmaking company Nvidia, based in California, said the U.S. began requiring a license to export chips that are better than or equal to its A100 graphics card to those three countries. A similar restriction was reportedly applied to the company Advanced Micro Devices.
According to Reuters, the Commerce Department will formalize the licensing rule for exporting the highly advanced semiconductor chips next month.
China has demanded the U.S. drop the requirement, which affects data centers, artificial intelligence systems and other equipment that requires highly advanced chips.
The U.S. was once responsible for producing 37 percent of global semiconductor chips, but is now responsible for just 12 percent of production, according to the White House.
The Commerce Department announced last week it was planning to spend about $28 billion of the newly approved funding for grants, subsidies and loans to boost domestic production of key computer chips.
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Former MP and senior Congress leader Mallu Ravi said that Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao was not giving time to Telangana as he was pre-occupied with his politics over India for which he was not accountable.
In a statement here, he said the Telangana Assembly was adjourned only after three days of business making a mockery of the Assembly sessions. Only when the sessions were conducted for a longer period like two to three weeks would there be any chance for the MLAs to raise issues, discuss and resolve many pressing issues of common people.
He said now the onus was on the Congress and its leadership to fill he political vacuum created by the Chief Minister. The immediate task before the party was to unitedly work hard in the Munugodu by-poll to win. People of Munugodu were also looking towards the Congress and it was for Congress leaders to live up to their expectations.
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Zelensky vows 'victory' on frontline visit to liberated Kharkiv region
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Kharkiv region (Ukraine) (AFP) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday promised "victory" on a visit to the strategic city of Izyum that was recently recaptured from Russia by Kyiv's army in a lightning counter-offensive.
The visit comes at a decisive moment in Russia's six-month invasion, with Ukraine routing Moscow's forces from swathes of the east and seriously undermining the Kremlin's ambitions to capture the entire Donbas region of Ukraine.
"Our blue-yellow flag is already flying in deoccupied Izyum. And it will be so in every Ukrainian city and village," Zelensky said in a statement on social media.
"We are moving in only one direction -- forward and towards victory."
Pictures distributed by his office showed the Ukrainian leader wearing dark-green and flanked by guards as he took selfies with soldiers and thanked troops at a flag-rising ceremony.
Ukraine has claimed sweeping successes in the northeastern Kharkiv region that borders Russia in recent days and also says it has clawed back territory along a southern front near the Kherson region on the Black Sea.
#photo1Zelensky said Wednesday that Russia's occupation of Crimea -- annexed by Russia in 2014 -- was a "tragedy" and promised that his forces would eventually recapture the peninsula.
Kyiv says that since the beginning of September its forces have retaken hundreds of villages, towns and cities that were captured by Russian forces that invaded Ukraine on February 24.
'They killed my son'
In the recaptured eastern Ukrainian village of Bogorodychne, 58-year-old Mykola told AFP he had "barely survived" the Russian occupation during which his brother was killed.
"How can I describe it in words? It was difficult. I was afraid," he said.
Wiping tears from her eyes with a veil, Mykola's mother Nina said: "I cry every day. They killed my son."
#photo2Moscow said its forces were hitting back on areas recaptured in Kharkiv with "massive strikes," claiming -- without providing evidence -- to have inflicted losses on Ukrainian military hardware and servicemen.
In a battlefield update on Wednesday, Russia also claimed to have captured dozens of Ukrainian servicemen in the southern Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions.
The Kremlin, which has made little mention of the setbacks in recent days vowed to continue fighting, claiming that the percieved threat Kyiv posed to Russia remains.
"The leadership of this country must take actions that eliminate threats to the Russian Federation" President Vladimir Putin's spokesman, Dmitry Peskov told journalists.
The Ukrainian official in charge of the eastern Donetsk region, which has been partially controlled by pro-Moscow separatists since 2014, said Russian forces had attacked the entire front line region over the past 24 hours.
'Life and death'
Pavlo Kyrylenko, the Donetsk governor, said one civilian had been killed and again urged all others to leave, describing the order as a "matter of life and death."
Military observers have credited the success of Ukraine's push back into the east on Western-supplied arms, particularly long-range precision artillery and also training of Ukrainian forces by Western allies.
The Ukrainian military announced on social media Wednesday that some 5,000 Ukrainian military had been trained as part of a joint program with the United Kingdom.
Western countries have also hit back against Russia with waves of economic penalties.
EU commission president Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday said the successive waves of EU sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine would remain and that Europeans must keep their resolve against Moscow.
Ukraine's first lady Olena Zelenska attended the gathering in Strasbourg, receiving a standing ovation from lawmakers.
She also told MEPs that she would travel Wednesday to Kyiv to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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TikTok may be the platform of choice for catchy videos, but anyone using it to learn about COVID-19, climate change or Russia's invasion of Ukraine is likely to encounter misleading information, according to a research report published Wednesday.
Researchers at NewsGuard searched for content about prominent news topics on TikTok and say they found that nearly 1 in 5 of the videos automatically suggested by the platform contained misinformation.
Searches for information about “mRNA vaccine," for instance, yielded five videos (out of the first 10) that contained misinformation, including baseless claims that the COVID-19 vaccine causes “permanent damage in children's critical organs.”
Researchers looking for information about abortion, the 2020 election, the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, climate change or Russia's invasion of Ukraine on TikTok found similarly misleading videos scattered among more accurate clips.
The amount of misinformation — and the ease with which it can be found — is especially troubling given TikTok's popularity with young people, according to Steven Brill, founder of NewsGuard, a firm that monitors misinformation.
TikTok is the second most popular domain in the world, according to online performance and security company Cloudflare, exceeded only by Google.
Brill questioned whether ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns TikTok, is doing enough to stop misinformation or whether it deliberately allows misinformation to proliferate as a way to sow confusion in the U.S. and other Western democracies.
“It's either incompetence or it's something worse,” Brill told The Associated Press.
TikTok released a statement in response to NewsGuard's report noting that its community guidelines prohibit harmful misinformation and that it works to promote authoritative content about important topics like COVID-19.
“We do not allow harmful misinformation, including medical misinformation, and we will remove it from the platform,” the company said.
TikTok has taken other steps that it says are intended to direct users to trustworthy sources. This year, for example, the company created an election center to help U.S. voters find voting places or information about candidates.
The platform removed more than 102 million videos that violated its rules in the first quarter of 2022. Yet only a tiny percentage of those ran afoul of TikTok's rules against misinformation.
Researchers found that TikTok's own search tool seems designed to steer users to false claims in some cases. When researchers typed the words “COVID vaccine" into the search tool, for instance, the tool suggested searches on key words including “COVID vaccine exposed" and "COVID vaccine injury."
When the same search was run on Google, however, that search engine suggested searches relating to more accurate information about vaccine clinics, the different types of vaccines and booster shots.
TikTok's rise in popularity has caught the attention of state officials and federal lawmakers, some of whom have expressed concerns about its data privacy and security.
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee will hold a hearing Wednesday on social media's impact on the nation's security. TikTok's chief operating officer, Vanessa Pappas, is set to testify alongside representatives from YouTube, Twitter and Meta, which owns Instagram and Facebook.
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Dear Franny The Shopaholic: I hope you can help me. I have a 1-year-old carpet that’s got a bleach stain. I am looking for someone who could patch it with the leftover carpet I have from installation. I called the installer, but he said he could not do it. You are my best and last resort. Please help. Thanks. — Peg Joyner
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ATLANTA, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Artivion, Inc. (NYSE: AORT), a leading cardiac and vascular surgery company focused on aortic disease, today announced that it will present at the upcoming Deutsche Bank 30th Annual Leveraged Finance Conference on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. The Company's presentation is scheduled to begin at 9:20 a.m. MST.
A live webcast of the presentation will be accessible through Artivion's website, www.artivion.com, on the Investors page. An archived copy of the webcast will be available for 90 days on the same website.
Headquartered in suburban Atlanta, Georgia, Artivion, Inc. is a medical device company focused on developing simple, elegant solutions that address cardiac and vascular surgeons' most difficult challenges in treating patients with aortic diseases. Artivion's four major groups of products include: aortic stent grafts, surgical sealants, On-X mechanical heart valves, and implantable cardiac and vascular human tissues. Artivion markets and sells products in more than 100 countries worldwide. For additional information about Artivion, visit our website, www.artivion.com.
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LONDON — The line to view the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II is likely to be one of the longest that London has ever seen.
The line already stretches from Parliament, across nearby Lambeth Bridge and along the opposite bank of the River Thames.
Authorities have planned for a 10-mile (16-kilometer) route, with 1,000 marshals, stewards and police officers on hand at any given time to help manage it. An army of other volunteers includes multi-faith pastors and sign-language interpreters.
People are being warned they may have to wait for hours, but they are being given numbered wristbands so they can take food and bathroom breaks without losing their place in line.
When they get to Parliament mourners must pass through airport-style security screening. Prohibited items include liquids, spray paint, knives, fireworks, flowers, candles, stuffed toys and “advertising or marketing messages.”
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KEY DEVELOPMENTS:
— Thousands come for last glimpse of queen
— London diaspora district remembers a queen — ambivalently
— What to know about the queen’s lying in state
— Renewed interest in UK memorabilia in Hong Kong
— A piece of the queen: New souvenirs mark monarch’s death
— Anger over past, indifference meets queen’s death in India
— Former British colonies are conflicted over Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy
— Find more AP coverage here: https://apnews.com/hub/queen-elizabeth-ii
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LONDON — Lines are forming along the bank of the River Thames in anticipation of seeing Queen Elizabeth II lying in state, even though authorities warn the wait could be up to 30 hours.
The public will be able to pay their respects to the deceased monarch at Westminster Hall from 5 p.m. (1600 GMT) Wednesday, after a procession bearing her coffin on a gun carriage from Buckingham Palace to Parliament.
The line starts near Lambeth Bridge and officials say it could eventually stretch several miles (kilometers) to Southwark Park in southeast London.
Some were so keen they started waiting early.
Vanessa Nathakumaran is first in line after turning up at 11:30 a.m. on Monday.
“It’s going to be an emotional one, and when you go in there, my main aim is to show respect,” she said.
Chris Imafidon is sixth in line and said, “I have 1,001 emotions when I see her. I want to say, God, she was an angel, because she touched many good people and did so many good things.”
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LONDON — Horses, troops and military bands performed a full dress rehearsal before daybreak for the procession that will take Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin from Buckingham Palace to Parliament’s Westminster Hall.
Officials say the horses taking part have undergone special training for the Wednesday afternoon event, including how to handle mourners and flowers and flags being thrown toward the procession.
“They get exposure to loud noises, crowds, flags, flowers, people sobbing, even to the point of banging lots of drums and making aggressive noises,” said Sergeant Tom Jenks, who will be leading the gun carriage that carries the queen’s coffin.
Among the horses is Cassius, an 18-year-old horse who participated in former U.K. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher’s funeral in 2013.
The procession on Wednesday afternoon will feature King Charles III and other royals walking behind the queen’s coffin to Westminster Hall in Parliament. The queen’s coffin will lie in state for four days for people to pay their respects.
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LONDON — Crowds are gathering in London as the city prepares for a somber procession taking Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin from Buckingham Palace to the Houses of Parliament.
There, the late monarch will lie in state for four days before her funeral next Monday.
Huge crowds are expected for Wednesday’s somber afternoon procession, and long lines are also predicted to view the coffin at Parliament’s Westminster Hall.
People are standing behind metal barriers or sitting on folding chairs. Under gray skies hours before the coffin was scheduled to leave the monarch’s official London residence, they have umbrellas at the ready and takeout coffees in hand.
The coffin will be taken on a horse-drawn gun carriage past the crowds of mourners, with the queen’s son and heir King Charles III and other royals walking behind.
The queen died in Scotland last Thursday at age 96, ending a 70-year reign.
Crowds have lined the route of the queen’s coffin whenever it has been moved on its journey from Scotland back to London.
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Global digital assets investment leader works diligently to address potential hard fork for funds with ETH exposure
TORONTO, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3iQ Digital Asset Management (3iQ), a leading global digital asset investment fund manager, today announced it is taking proactive measures for its investors with the possibility of at least one hard fork of the Ethereum protocol which may result in one or more new tokens.
3iQ, led by its industry-leading independent research and digital assets portfolio management, is monitoring these potential developments and remains in close consultation with other market participants and its service partners on all aspects of the Merge including the potential hard forking of Ethereum blockchain. 3iQ offers a number of investment strategies with ETH exposure including the 3iQ CoinShares Ether ETF (TSX: ETHQ) and the Ether Fund (TSX: QETH), which became North America's first spot Ether exchange-traded product (ETP) when it launched in December 2020.
Ethereum's proof-of-work (PoW) Mainnet merge with the Beacon Chain proof-of-stake (PoS) system may potentially lead Ethereum miners to pursue two different pathways. The first would be to find a new PoW blockchain that supports their existing mining hardware. The second pathway would be to reject the upgrade and continue to mine Ethereum under its previous PoW consensus mechanism by creating a new blockchain. If miners were to pursue this second pathway, a chain split is expected to occur that would spawn a variant of the post-Merge Ethereum PoS blockchain. Such new versions of Ethereum would continue operating on a PoW consensus mechanism. Assuming only one hard fork for illustrative purposes, the result would be two separate blockchain networks with two different native tokens: Ethereum (ETH) and an EthereumPoW token.
With the Merge and potential hard fork, 3iQ has no intention to halt trading of QETH and ETHQ and additional products with ETH exposure like the 3iQ Global Cryptoasset Fund. ETHQ will remain open for daily creations and redemptions as normal course of business, just as it has during every trading day since the ETF's inception.
"3iQ will always put our investors and shareholders' best interests first," said Fred Pye, Chairman and CEO of 3iQ. "Our best-in-class team will continue to evaluate all aspects of the Merge and potential hard forking of Ethereum blockchain. We will regularly update investors and continue to examine all possible avenues to maximize unitholder accretion while maintaining our Funds' investment objectives."
3iQ has plans in place to price the value of potential forked assets – if any – in line with fund value principles. And in the event of any hard forking, 3iQ would plan to keep such PoW assets in their funds in the short-term while continuously reevaluating and updating investors as more information becomes available.
For more information around the Merge and potential hard forking of Ethereum blockchain, read 3iQ's research pieces "The Merge," "What the Fork?" and "Show Time." To learn more about 3iQ's digital asset offerings, visit www.3iQ.ca.
Founded in 2012, 3iQ Corp. (3iQ) is Canada's leading digital asset investment fund manager with more than C$700 million in assets under management. 3iQ was the first Canadian investment fund manager to offer a public bitcoin investment fund, The Bitcoin Fund (TSX: QBTC) (TSX: QBTC.U), and a public ether investment fund, The Ether Fund (TSX: QETH.UN)(TSX: QETH.U). More recently, 3iQ launched the 3iQ CoinShares Bitcoin ETF (TSX: BTCQ) (TSX: BTCQ.U) and the 3iQ CoinShares Ether ETF (TSX: ETHQ) (TSX: ETHQ.U). 3iQ offers investors convenient and familiar investment products to gain exposure to digital assets.
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This announcement and the information contained herein is restricted and is not for release, publication or distribution, in whole or in part, directly or indirectly in, or into or from the Australia or any other jurisdiction in which the same would be unlawful.
You will usually pay brokerage fees to your dealer if you purchase or sell units of the ETF on a stock exchange or other alternative Canadian trading system (an "exchange"). If units of the ETF are purchased or sold on an exchange, investors may pay more than the current net asset value when buying units of the ETF and may receive less than the current net asset value when selling them.
There are ongoing fees and expenses associated with owning units of an investment fund. An investment fund must prepare disclosure documents that contain key information about the fund. You can find more detailed information about the ETF in its public filings available at www.sedar.com. Investment funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.
Certain statements contained in this document constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to matters disclosed in this document and anticipated events or results and may include statements regarding the future financial performance of the funds managed by 3iQ. In some cases, forward-looking information can be identified by terms such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "intend", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "continue" or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and we assume no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances.
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CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AmplifiedAg, Inc.®, a leading agricultural technology company focused on the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) category, announced today the release of its first Sustainability Impact Update, outlining the company's operations and impact evaluation.
The release of the report coincides with AmplifiedAg's participation in the USDA Food Loss and Waste Innovation Fair held today, September 14, 2022. In 2021, AmplifiedAg committed to be a USDA and EPA Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champion and set a goal to reduce food loss and waste by 50%.
"Our job as innovators, engineers, and farmers is to always be improving our results and solving for the complicated food supply issues we're facing today," said Don Taylor, CEO of AmplifiedAg. "This ethos and ambition drives everything we do, and is a perfect match for the challenge of sustainability because there is no single milestone for success in this realm. Success in terms of sustainability is a progressive and never-ending endeavor.
In the spirit of transparency, accountability, and industry collaboration, I am happy to share this AmplifiedAg Sustainability Impact Update that highlights our numerous initiatives and advancements. I am extremely proud of our team for all their commitment and efforts, and I am proud to be a member of the CEA business, technology, and farming community as we collectively pursue the most important and ambitious challenges of our time."
The report shares the company's evaluation of its business practices aligned with the global frameworks provided by GRI, SASB Standards, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The areas of focus include Scope 1 and 2 emissions, resource consumption, waste reduction, and other social and environmental impacts that our company has on team members and the planet. The report outlines the progress made in these areas, as well as AmplifiedAg's commitment to publish science-based targets for annual ESG reporting beginning in 2023.
To download the AmplifiedAg Sustainability Impact Update and learn more about the company's sustainable business initiatives, visit https://amplifiedaginc.com/sustainability/.
AmplifiedAg® is an innovator and leader in the CEA and indoor agriculture sector. The company's technologists, horticulturalists, and farmers bring together the power and potential of the most comprehensive CEA technology platform and indoor farming practices to enable the next generation of scalable and sustainable food supply. AmplifiedAg engineers and implements fully enabled enterprise-scale container farms and an integrated software and hardware technology platform to support the evolving needs of the agriculture industry, retailers, government entities, NGOs, and others seeking to develop modern food supply solutions. The company also operates its market-leading brand Vertical Roots®, the largest hydroponic container farm in the U.S.
Our mission is to grow the indoor agriculture category through innovation, experience, and partnership. Leading by example. Learn more at www.amplifiedaginc.com and follow our team and partners at @amplifiedaginc.
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The TikTok Favorite Brand's Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil Receives the Highest Honor in Beauty
COPPELL, Texas, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- From fandom to stardom, Tree Hut, the makers of America's No. 1 Body Scrubs, was honored with the highly coveted 2022 Allure Best of Beauty Award for its innovative Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil. An iconic staple in the beauty industry for 26 years, the Allure Best of Beauty Awards celebrates brands known for efficacy, excellence and integrity. Following months of testing thousands of beauty products, the Allure team recognized the Tree Hut Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil as the best product in the category for its formula, delivery system, texture and scent.
A first-of-its-kind, Tree Hut's beloved Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil is unlike anything on shelves when it comes to getting the most luxurious shave, making it a standout product. Powered by a proprietary technology to prevent irritation, nicks and cuts from shaving, the Tree Hut Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil enhances contact between the razor and skin for a close, smooth shave. A top-selling formula, the Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil contains Certified Shea Butter and a blend of nourishing ingredients to cushion and hydrate skin such as argan oil, grapeseed oil, jojoba oil, and Vitamin E.
Having been a cult favorite for years, the family-owned Tree Hut brand has been known amongst beauty aficionados for developing high-quality body and face care infused with efficacious ingredients. When the pandemic hit, Tree Hut quickly became a viral sensation as communities of people from all over the country began to elevate their self-care routines and share their favorite skin-loving products on social media. Now, with more than 600 million views for #TreeHut on TikTok, the brand has built an army of loyal followers and collectors that can't get enough of the brand's unique product flavors and formulations.
"When it comes to the beauty industry, Allure is an institution and we are beyond honored to receive such incredible praise from their team of knowledgeable and dedicated beauty experts for our best-selling Tree Hut Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil," said Senior Marketing Manager, Hazel Smith. "This award win is not only for our hardworking Tree Hut team but for all of our loyal fans who have loved us for years and have helped share our message of self-care and community on social media, propelling a new generation of consumers to join our enthusiastic fan base."
The Tree Hut Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil is currently available on shelves at Target, Ulta, and Walmart, as well as online for each retailer. The Tree Hut Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil comes in classic Coconut Lime, Tahitian Vanilla, Moroccan Rose, Tropic Glow and now, Watermelon. Each Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil is alcohol-free, paraben-free, sulfate-free, vegan, contains no formaldehyde donors and is made in the USA. To learn more about the Tree Hut Bare Moisturizing Shave Oil and other products like Tree Hut's iconic Shea Sugar Scrubs, visit www.treehutshea.com or follow the brand on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook for more information.
About Tree Hut
Tree Hut believes that everyone deserves to take time in their day to feel good. The family-owned brand produces out of Texas and has spent twenty years making high-quality skin and body care at an affordable price. The now global Tree Hut brand has grown to include face, shave, lip, and body collections, known for delicious scents, bright packaging and premium ingredients. With an uplifting, inclusive approach to self-care, Tree Hut has built its brand largely via word of mouth, with customers and beauty influencers alike passionately sharing their favorite products and avidly anticipating seasonal launches.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence reveals in a new book that he was angry but not afraid on Jan. 6, 2021, when rioters at the U.S. Capitol were chanting for him to be hanged.
In the memoir “So Help Me God,” Pence details the anger he felt despite the threat to his life if the rioters found him.
“I was angry at what I saw, how it desecrated the seat of our democracy and dishonored the patriotism of millions of our supporters, who would never do such a thing here or anywhere else,” Pence wrote on the back cover the book, which was obtained by Axios.
“I was not afraid, but I was angry,” he said.
Pence was one of the main targets during the riot after he refused to go along with former President Trump’s idea that the vice president did not have to certify the votes of the Electoral College.
Pence’s refusal to go along with Trump’s plan and denunciation of the riot since has made a strong dent in his relationship with Trump.
The last couple chapters of Pence’s book focus on the Capitol riot, while the rest detail Pence’s journey as a Christian, how he saw his role as vice president and policy areas he helped with in office such as abortion and national security, according to Axios.
Since leaving office, Pence has spoken at numerous conservative events, with many speculating he will be making a run for office in 2024.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- USA Memorabilia is pleased to launch The American Christmas Collection, six limited edition Christmas ornaments with corresponding NFTs. Each ornament is inspired by the American experience and spirit. Parler is powering the platform.
Each 3D animated NFT corresponds with the respective ornament within The American Christmas Collection. The NFTs will be minted in limited quantity on the Solana blockchain, and purchasers of the ornaments will be able to redeem the NFT after purchase.
The brass and enamel ornaments represent the traditional American Christmas, and former First Lady Melania Trump's signature is included on each ornament. Each ornament is proudly handcrafted in the United States.
Collectors can pre-order the American-themed Christmas ornaments exclusively at USAmemorabilia.com for a two-week period beginning on September 14 at 9:00 am (EDT) and ending on October 2, 2022. All ornaments ordered on or before October 2 will be delivered before Christmas.
Each ornament in The American Christmas Collection will cost $35 and includes:
The Christmas Wreath
Approximately 3.4" x 3.6"
The Christmas Tree
Approximately 2.9" x 3.5"
Christmas Bells
Approximately 3.5" x 2.91"
Merry Christmas
Approximately 3.58" x 2.39"
2023
Approximately 3.5" x 1.6"
Be Best
Approximately 3.5" x 2.8"
About USA Memorabilia: USA Memorabilia is the premiere NFT platform featuring United States memorabilia; and gives fans the ability to purchase patriotic-themed collectibles with immutable provenance, permanently recorded on the blockchain. USAmemorabilia.com releases digital collectibles that regularly highlight historical moments, notable patriots, national holidays, important monuments, and landmarks.
About Parler Inc.: Parler has a bold vision to make freedom of expression, security, and privacy a reality through social media and blockchain technology. Over 16 million users have chosen Parler as their social media platform to protect against the authoritarian powers of Big Tech, Big Government, and cancel culture. Parler uses the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution as a guide, making it possible for people to speak freely without fear of being suspended or labeled 'dangerous' and banned. Parler is the public town hall where everyone is welcome, and civil debate is encouraged around diverse topics. Founded in 2018, Parler is based in Nashville, TN, and has a growing global community of content creators.
To learn more, visit https://parler.com or download on the Google Play Store or App Store now.
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Leading document generation and e-signature provider expands leadership team to support and accelerate customer success and rapid growth
NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- S-Docs, the leading 100% native Salesforce document generation and e-signature solution, is thrilled to announce Brian Stimpfl as its next CEO. An experienced senior executive, Brian will succeed Dan Pejanovic as CEO. Dan will continue as Founder, Chairman of the Board of S-Docs and an integral member of the senior leadership team.
"Brian is the perfect fit to ensure our success as we move into the next stage of our rapid growth," said Dan Pejanovic. "S-Docs has achieved double digit growth every year since our founding and is positioned for even greater innovation and revenue creation going forward. Brian has the experience and leadership to enhance our customer experience and accelerate our growth globally and into new markets."
Brian comes with an extensive background leading strategy, product, technology, sales and marketing teams to achieve scale and rapid growth in competitive markets. He has previously held senior roles at TD Ameritrade, ActiFi, Scottrade and most recently Prudential Financial.
"I am very excited to add my experience to an exceptional team of professionals to help lead the way in achieving both our short and long-term goals," Brian stated. "We have a unique opportunity to build on a very successful solution set for our customers and continue an impressive growth trajectory."
Brian Stimpfl is based in New York and assumes his duties as CEO immediately.
S-Docs is the leading 100% native document generation and e-signature solution available on the Salesforce AppExchange. S-Docs allows users to securely generate and e-sign business documents like quotes, invoices, and contracts without ever sending customer data outside of Salesforce. Founded in 2010, the application is now the first choice for major enterprise clients globally for their digital document needs. Clients from around the globe have rated S-Docs with hundreds of 5-star reviews, securing a spot in the top 1% of all apps on the Salesforce AppExchange.
The company is privately held with headquarters in New York and offices in Ann Arbor. Learn more at sdocs.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter @Sdocs.
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), the nation's largest provider of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, continues to gain recognition, most recently as CFO Jake Singleton has been selected as a finalist for The Arizona Chapter of Financial Executives International's 13th Annual Arizona CFO of the Year Awards. Considered the most prestigious financial executive award in Arizona, where The Joint is headquartered, Mr. Singleton is a finalist in the "Public Company" category.
Since 1931, Financial Executives International has been recognized globally as the leading organization for senior-level financial executives. The organization's annual awards recognize exemplary financial management in all types of businesses in categories such as Public Company, Private Company and Non-profit Organization. Candidates were reviewed based on a number of factors, including team development, social responsibility, innovation and financial acumen.
"It is not surprising that Jake is a finalist for this award. Jake is one of the most ethical and intelligent persons that I have had the pleasure to know. His passion for the company, his leadership skills, his incredible work ethic, all anchored in a set of core values, define him as the remarkable executive he is. Over the course of his tenure as CFO, for the three years ended December 31, 2021, the company has grown rapidly, with our clinic count rising by over 60 percent and the system-wide sales increasing at an annualized rate of nearly 30 percent," said Peter D. Holt, president and chief executive officer of The Joint Corp. "As the nation's largest operator, manager and franchisor of chiropractic clinics through The Joint Chiropractic network, we're excited to see Jake's hard work recognized in our headquarters' state of Arizona."
Millions of Americans have found relief from pain due to the benefits of chiropractic's natural, drug-free approach to healthcare. The Joint Chiropractic is known for its convenient retail setting and concierge-style services. For patients, that means no-appointments, no-insurance hassles, affordable chiropractic care and accommodating hours of operations, including evenings and weekends.
The Joint Corp. revolutionized access to chiropractic care when it introduced its retail healthcare business model in 2010. Today, it is the nation's largest operator, manager and franchisor of chiropractic clinics through The Joint Chiropractic network. The company is making quality care convenient and affordable, while eliminating the need for insurance, for millions of patients seeking pain relief and ongoing wellness. With more than 750 locations nationwide and nearly 11 million patient visits annually, The Joint Chiropractic is a key leader in the chiropractic industry. Ranked number one on Forbes' 2022 America's Best Small Companies list, number three on Fortune's 100 Fastest-Growing Companies list and consistently named to Franchise Times "Top 400+ Franchises" and Entrepreneur's "Franchise 500®" lists, The Joint Chiropractic is an innovative force, where healthcare meets retail. For more information, visit www.thejoint.com.
The Joint Corp. is a franchisor of clinics and an operator of clinics in certain states. In Arkansas, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming, The Joint Corp. and its franchisees provide management services to affiliated professional chiropractic practices.
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Over 20 Zippin Lanes have already launched, with nine opening in time for the 2022 NFL season, including Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, and Nissan Stadium, Nashville
SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zippin, a leading provider of checkout-free technology, is continuing its momentum with the introduction of Zippin Lane, a new turnkey solution that enables retailers and concessionaires to deploy checkout-free stores in under a week. More than 20 Zippin Lanes have already opened this year, including nine locations at major NFL venues in the last month: Nashville's Nissan Stadium is now home to five Zippin Lanes, while Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas has unveiled four new stores.
The introduction of Zippin Lane to Zippin's product line-up is the latest step in the company's mission to accelerate the adoption of checkout-free commerce. Zippin is dedicated to meeting the needs of today's operators and partners who want to provide the latest technology and innovation to their customers while operating in a challenging labor market The company offers a variety of flexible approaches including retrofits, new store construction, and now Zippin Lane.
"The frictionless retail economy is gaining momentum as shoppers, fans and travelers demand easier, faster, and more convenient ways to get things done," said Krishna Motukui, Zippin co-founder and CEO. "We see a big opportunity to maximize underused space in numerous locations from narrow concourses in venues and airports, to high-traffic walkways on college campuses. Zippin Lane is our answer to the surging demand to quickly deploy frictionless retail experiences."
With the advent of Zippin Lane, concessionaires and operators can immediately benefit from the following:
- Faster time to market: Checkout-free is now easier and quicker for retailers to deploy. A store can be up and running in one week once the site is ready.
- Delight guests and fans: With time spent in-store typically as quick as 40 seconds, stadium owners can be assured that their guests are back in their seats in the blink of an eye.
- Optimize real estate: At an average of 240 square feet, site owners can easily transform underutilized or empty concourse spaces into highly profitable stores.
- Maximize sales: The ease and speed of shopping encourages purchases; while the improvements in inventory management and increased throughput enable a big increase in SKUs offered.
Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, is already experiencing strong ROI, including:
- 66% increase in speed of service
- 45% increase in sales for the same space (a traditional stand) when compared to last year
- >30% increase in the number of product SKUs offered
"Las Vegas is a global destination for sports and entertainment," said Sandra Douglass Morgan, President of the Las Vegas Raiders. "Deploying these four Zippin Lanes with our partner, Levy, for the start of the NFL season was a large segment of our commitment to constantly improve the fan experience at Allegiant Stadium. The innovative design allows our guests to enjoy the benefits of frictionless shopping, while we experience increased throughput for every event."
Building and sustaining a vibrant partner ecosystem is core to Zippin's ability to deploy checkout-free retail at scale. Leaders like Aramark, Levy, and Mastercard have partnered with Zippin and are reaping the benefits from operational and revenue improvements at major venues like the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC, and Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN.
At Zippin we believe this is evidence of an ever-growing frictionless economy, fueled by technology that gives people an inherently 'human' way to do their daily tasks and chores, such as shopping (enter, take what you need and leave), adding items to a calendar (speaking to your phone or computer), and in the future, driving (self-driving cars). Read more about the frictionless economy in our new white paper: The Frictionless Economy and Its Positive Impact on Retail.
Zippin has developed the next generation of checkout-free technology, enabling retailers to quickly deploy frictionless shopping in their stores. Our patent-pending approach uses AI, machine learning and sensor fusion technology to create the best consumer experience, banishing checkout lines and self-scanners for good, and letting shoppers zip in and out with their purchases. Zippin's technology is being used by retailers on four continents to power checkout-free experiences in their street-front retail stores, as well as stores, kiosks and concession stands in a wide variety of venues such as stadiums, offices, airports, train stations, hotels, convention centers and residential buildings. For more information, visit https://www.getzippin.com.
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BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union lawmakers on Wednesday adopted new legislation aimed at guaranteeing “decent” minimum wages for workers across the 27-nation bloc.
The vote — with 505 in favor, 92 against and 44 abstentions — came as inflation and skyrocketing energy bills have left many households struggling to make ends meet.
Minimum wages across the EU vary widely, and setting a minimum remains a competence of member countries. The highest minimum wages are in Luxembourg, Ireland and Germany, the lowest in Bulgaria, Latvia and Estonia, according to EU data.
Under the new law, member countries will have to guarantee “that their national minimum wages allow workers to lead a decent life, taking into account the cost of living and wider pay levels," the Parliament said.
The legislation will apply to all EU workers who have an employment contract or employment relationship.
EU governments will have two years to comply with the legislation once it is formally approved by the European Council, likely later this month.
“Prices for groceries, energy bills and housing are exploding. People are really struggling to make ends meet. We have no time to waste, work must pay again," said Agnes Jongerius, a lawmaker from the Socialists and Democrats group.
The law would also boost collective bargaining for pay in countries where fewer than 80% of workers are covered by the process.
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NEW DELHI (AP) — The French foreign minister said Wednesday that the war in Ukraine will not overshadow France’s commitments to the Indo-Pacific region, where India and its allies view China’s rising influence with suspicion.
Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna and her Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar discussed the security situation in the region and the consequences of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, including concerns about food security and rising inflation, officials said.
Colonna said the two countries share the same concern about China's role in the region.
“We spoke a lot about the general situation in the Indo-Pacific and the many challenges that have emerged because of China. We have basically the same analysis, we also share the same concerns, because we know the role the Chinese are playing and we want to make sure that there is no imbalance in the Indo-Pacific,” Colonna said at a news briefing.
Jaishankar said that it was important for like-minded countries to work together in the region to ensure peace, security and prosperity. “We consider France as an Indo-Pacific player that has a long-standing presence in the Indian Ocean,” he added.
Indian and Chinese soldiers last week began pulling back from a key friction point on their disputed border as part of efforts to lower tensions in a more than two-year standoff that has sometimes led to deadly clashes. The two countries have stationed tens of thousands of soldiers backed by artillery, tanks and fighter jets along the de facto border, called the Line of Actual Control.
In June 2020, India said it lost 20 troops and China said it lost four soldier when the two sides fought with clubs, stones and fists.
Jaishankar said Wednesday that the disengagement of troops was completed.
Colonna said France is working to ensure that food coming from Ukraine, which is essential for many countries, continues in the form of exports while the European Union strives to ensure transparency in the market so that prices remain reasonable.
Colonna and Jaishankar echoed calls to find solutions to end the war. “There should be a return to dialogue and diplomacy,” Jaishankar told reporters.
Colonna, who is on a three-day visit to India, will travel to Mumbai on Thursday, where she will meet with industry leaders.
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Starbucks __ ringing up record sales but struggling with low employee morale __ plans to spend $450 million next year to make its North American stores more efficient and less complex.
The company also said it plans to open 2,000 net new stores in the U.S. by 2025, with an emphasis on meeting the growing demand for new types of service, including drive-thru, mobile ordering and delivery. Drive-thru now makes up 50% of U.S. sales, for example, while delivery demand has grown by 24% so far this year.
“It’s clear that our physical stores have to change. Our physical stores were built for a different era,” said John Culver, Starbucks’ chief operating officer, at a day-long event for investors in Seattle Tuesday.
Culver said customizable cold drinks __ which now make up as many as 75% of Starbucks’ U.S. beverage orders __ are taxing employees in kitchens designed for simpler hot drinks. Starbucks debuted a new work station that requires less movement and can cut 50 seconds off the process of making a blended iced mocha. It also announced a new patented technology that will cut the time needed to make cold brew coffee from 20 hours to a few seconds.
The introduction of an increasing number of hot food items is also slowing Starbucks’ kitchens. Culver said Starbucks expects to serve 300 million breakfast sandwiches in the U.S. this year, each of which takes up to 85 seconds to warm in its ovens. Starbucks plans to start cooking them in batches and storing them in warmers next to the drive-thru windows.
The company touted other upcoming benefits for workers, including more flexible scheduling, more generous sick time accrual and expanded ability for mobile customers to tip.
Starbucks executives made little mention of a growing unionization effort at its U.S. stores during morning presentations Tuesday. But it has clearly been an impetus for the company to think more deeply about ways to improve employees’ work life. Since late last year, 236 of Starbucks’ 9,000 company-owned U.S. stores have voted to unionize, an effort the company opposes.
“The reality is, we have a trust deficit with our partners,” said Frank Britt, Starbucks’ executive vice president and chief strategy officer. “The work we do in our stores today is too physically hard.”
It wasn’t immediately clear if the new investments and technology would be offered to non-union stores; Starbucks said the company hasn’t yet decided how the investment will be doled out. But in May, Starbucks announced $200 million in additional pay and training but said that benefit would only go to non-union stores.
Starbucks says it is required to negotiate new benefits with union stores. But in August, the Seattle office of the National Labor Relations Board filed a complaint against the company, saying it was violating U.S. labor law by withholding wage increases and other benefits from workers in unionized stores. A hearing in that case before an NLRB administrative judge is scheduled for October.
Starbucks Workers United, the union organizing workers, said around 300 protesters picketed outside the Starbucks meeting on Tuesday.
Culver said the company will respect the unionization process and negotiate with the stores that vote to unionize. But he also reiterated the company’s position.
“There are two paths. We can work together as partners, side by side, or we can have a third party between us,” he said.
Leading the company’s revamp will be Laxman Narasimhan, a former PepsiCo executive who was named Starbucks’ CEO last week. Narasimhan will spend the next six months shadowing interim CEO Howard Schultz, who helped shape the company after buying it in 1987 and has been leading it on a temporary basis since April. Schultz will remain on Starbucks’ board when Narasimhan assumes the CEO position in April.
“It’s an incredible opportunity for me to be learning at the feet of one of the best entrepreneurs in the world,” said Narasimhan, who described himself as a “right-brained” operational expert who also loves art, music and writing poetry.
Narasimhan, 55, who most recently was CEO of the U.K.-based consumer health and hygiene company Reckitt, also said he agrees that Starbucks has to renew its focus on exceeding its’ employees expectations if it wants to serve its customers well.
Schultz said Starbucks notched the best sales week in its 51-year history in August when it introduced its fall drink lineup. But Schultz said Starbucks lost its way during the pandemic, when employee retention tumbled even as customers demanded new service like curbside pickup.
Starbucks shares fell 1.4% Tuesday during a broader market downturn as investors fretted about stubbornly high inflation.
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EMIGSVILLE, Pa. — A special veterans' cornhole fundraiser was held Sunday to raise money for the Blankets of Honor charitable organization and also to remember the 9/11 attacks.
The event was organized by Downrange Cornhole and packed the Emigsville Fire Hall in York County. With Sept. 11 falling on a Sunday, it was a perfect opportunity to remember the 9/11 terrorist attacks and help local veterans.
“We're not going to let the past own us for any reason, we're going to celebrate the lives, we're going to bring families together and just the camaraderie of veterans, people that support our veterans, and hopefully just bring a little bit of money in so we can send that love back out to our veterans," Blankets of Honor CEO Manny Acuna told FOX43.
Acuna estimated about half of the field consisted of military veterans. Nationally ranked cornhole players along with locals that toss recreationally competed. Scores were kept on a big screen for everyone to watch with a family-friendly setup for kids. The event raised $2,000 for the organization and a blanket was donated to each veteran at the event.
“Blankets are a very important item for veterans to have,” Downrange Cornhole CEO Mike Schriefer said. “You know it's the comfort, it just makes you feel good and comfortable. So they've given out over 200 so far. At Downrange, we wanted to support their cause and help out fellow veterans.”
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Former President Trump is fighting a request from the Department of Justice (DOJ) to allow its review of classified materials taken from Mar-a-Lago to continue, with Trump’s legal team arguing the investigation “at its core is a document storage dispute that has spiraled out of control.”
The filing continues to assert the former president has broad power to control his records even after he leaves office, even the classified records that the Justice Department argued Trump can have no possible claim to, and thus do not require review by a third-party special master.
In the filing, Trump’s legal team pushed back against the idea that there was any possible damage from the mishandling of records.
“There is no indication any purported ‘classified records’ were disclosed to anyone. Indeed, it appears such ‘classified records,’ along with the other seized materials, were principally located in storage boxes in a locked room at Mar-a-Lago, a secure, controlled access compound utilized regularly to conduct the official business of the United States during the Trump Presidency, which to this day is monitored by the United States Secret Service,” they wrote.
The response from Trump’s team came after the Justice Department last Thursday indicated it planned to appeal a federal district court judge’s ruling green-lighting a special master, also asking her to approve a partial stay that would exclude some 300 classified records from their review.
“The classification markings establish on the face of the documents that they are government records, not Plaintiff’s personal records,” the DOJ wrote.
“And for several reasons, no potential assertion of executive privilege could justify restricting the executive branch’s review and use of the classified records at issue here.”
But Trump’s team claimed Monday that classification status matters little within the Presidential Records Act (PRA) and that Trump’s document issues should be sorted with the National Archives, or NARA.
“Of course, classified or declassified, the documents remain either presidential records or personal records under the PRA,” they wrote.
“At best, the government might ultimately be able to establish certain presidential records should be returned to NARA. What is clear regarding all of the seized materials is that they belong with either President Trump … or with NARA, but not with the Department of Justice.”
The brief also seeks to undercut the heart of the Justice Department’s argument that its criminal investigation is “inextricably intertwined” with a separate intelligence community review of the documents led by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) that the judge allowed to continue.
The FBI is part of the intelligence community and would be the agency responsible for investigating any mishandling of intelligence that the review uncovers, DOJ said.
Though in a Friday night filing the Trump legal team said a special master should be afforded three months to complete a review of the documents, in its latest brief to the court it said the investigation could withstand a “brief pause.”
It also alleges the ODNI damage assessment into potential fallout from the mishandling of the records is a way to further DOJ’s criminal investigation.
“The government contends that the FBI and ODNI, and their personnel, are so inseparable they are incapable of having agents outside the criminal case participate in the ODNI-led investigation. This convenient, and belated, claim by the Government relative to enjoining the criminal team’s access to these documents only arises because the FBI concedes the intelligence community review is actually just another facet of its criminal investigation,” Trump’s legal team wrote.
The filing is the closest Trump’s legal team has gotten to repeating claims by the former president that he declassified the information found in his home – but they stop short of actually doing so.
The brief spends a few pages noting that presidents have the power to declassify documents but never say that Trump actually did so.
“The government’s stance assumes that if a document has a classification marking, it remains classified irrespective of any actions taken during President Trump’s term in office,” Trump’s legal team wrote.
“There is no legitimate contention that the chief executive’s declassification of documents requires approval of bureaucratic components of the executive branch. Yet, the government apparently contends that President Trump, who had full authority to declassify documents, ‘willfully’ retained classified information in violation of the law,” they added.
In an earlier round of filings, the DOJ noted that in the months of discussions Trump’s legal team never raised the prospect that the former president had declassified the intelligence material at his home, nor had they offered any explanation for why he had roughly 10,000 government records stored there.
A response brief from Trump’s team the next day was silent on those matters.
— Updated at 11:18 a.m.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — We will finally kick most of the clouds out of the forecast Wednesday.
There will still be a touch of fall chill in the air as temperatures fail to reach our average high for the week. A weak disturbance is churning off the Washington coast, preventing the Pacific Northwest sky from really opening up in the morning. This continues to drag east throughout the day, which will help bring more sunshine west of the Cascades by mid-day and beyond.
Wildfire smoke will be ushered out of the area as well, mainly by Wednesday evening, helping the air quality for many locations in Washington and Oregon. There will still be some smoky locations that are closer to the source of the wildfires. With cooler temperatures, we also have higher relative humidity throughout the week. The combination will help out the wildland firefighters.
A tranquil forecast through the remainder of the week before an even cooler air mass shows up by the weekend. This could mean temperatures only reaching the 60s. There is also a chance for showers late Saturday.
Swipe through the slideshow below to find the temperatures and conditions in your neighborhood.
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