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MOSCOW (AP) — People in Moscow who were disappointed when Starbucks closed its coffee shops after Russia sent troops into Ukraine may now feel a caffeine jolt of hope: A nearly identical operation is opening in the capital.
The name's almost the same: Stars Coffee. The logo could be the separated-at-birth twin of the Starbucks mermaid, with flowing hair, a small enigmatic smile and a star atop her head — though instead of a Starbucks crown she wears a Russian headdress called a kokoshnik.
The menu, judging by the company app introduced a day before the store's formal opening Friday, would look familiar to any Starbucks customer.
Starbucks said Thursday it had no comment on the new stores.
Seattle-based Starbucks was one of the most visible of the wave of foreign companies that pulled out of Russia or suspended their operations in response to Russia's military operation in Ukraine. Others include McDonald's, IKEA and fast-fashion giant H&M.
The departure of these companies was a psychological blow to Russians who had become used to the comforts of Western-style consumer culture. But Russian entrepreneurs saw opportunity in suddenly unoccupied stores.
Former McDonald's outlets are reopening and attracting sizable crowds under the name Vkusno — i Tochka. Though the name doesn't roll off the tongue easily and is a little awkward to translate (roughly: It's Tasty — Period), the menu is a testament to imitation being the sincerest form of flattery.
Yunus Yusupov, a popular rap artist who uses the stage name Timati, and restaurateur Anton Pinsky partnered to buy the Starbucks assets, then took the imitation strategy a step further by giving the operation an English-language name.
At a news conference Thursday, they vowed to reopen all the former Starbucks under their new identity and even expand the business. The U.S. company had built its Russian operation to about 130 stores since entering the country in 2007. The stores were owned and operated by a franchisee, Alshaya Group of Kuwait.
While the close resemblance of the new operations to their predecessors could be seen as riding someone else's inspiration and effort, the Starbucks and McDonald's successors also fit a national-pride concept. Since Russia was walloped by sanctions and foreign pullouts, officials frequently assert that Russia will overcome by relying on its own resources and energies.
"Now the economic situation is difficult, but this is a time of opportunity," Oleg Eskindarov, president of the holding company that partnered in the Starbucks deal, told the state news agency Tass. "For the past four months, we have been very actively looking at exiting companies following the example of Starbucks. There are several more similar examples, but we cannot talk about them yet."
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WFO ALBANY Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Albany NY
245 PM EDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southwestern
Hamilton and central Herkimer Counties through 330 PM EDT...
At 245 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Northwood, or 15 miles southeast of Boonville, moving southeast at 10
mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Ohio, Newport, Middleville, Poland, Cold Brook, Northwood, Russia,
Fairfield, Norway, Nobleboro, Curtis, Burrell Corners, Wilmurt
Corners, Hurricane, Eatonville, Old City, Grant, Gray, Powley Place
and Black Creek Reservoir.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
LAT...LON 4332 7510 4333 7508 4357 7511 4359 7509
4331 7465 4328 7468 4329 7471 4325 7471
4304 7493 4330 7512
TIME...MOT...LOC 1845Z 293DEG 11KT 4338 7505
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...30 MPH
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This marks the second Oregon property under Blue Water Management
OCEAN CITY, Md., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ocean City, Maryland-based outdoor hospitality specialist Blue Water continues its rapid expansion by taking over management of Rising River RV Resort & River House in Roseburg, Oregon, in new partnership with Torres Capital.
This picturesque waterfront property in Oregon's countryside is ideally situated on 1,100 feet of South Umpqua River frontage. At Rising River RV Resort & River House, guests can enjoy riverfront recreation including fishing, kayaking, tubing, and swimming. With world-class wineries close by, hiking and beautiful scenic waterfalls, Crater Lake, the Oregon Coast, several casinos, and the Wildlife Safari, this resort has something for everyone.
"Rising River RV Resort & River House is a property rich in natural beauty that offers unlimited family experiences and activities to enjoy," said Todd Burbage, CEO of Blue Water. "We look forward to offering our guests even more exciting destinations as we expand, keeping our roots and our commitment to the guest experience at the forefront of everything we do."
The pet-friendly property features 91 sites, with over half available for monthly or extended stays. RV sites are full hook-up and come with free Wi-Fi and cable television. Resort amenities include a state-of-the-art laundry facility, recreation room, enclosed area for pets, and a well-outfitted general store. The large Sequoia trees at Rising River RV Resort create shade and beautiful views at every site.
In addition to RV Sites, Rising River also offers The River House. This three-bedroom, one full-bath home boasts a big country kitchen with a large comfortable living room and dining area. The house sleeps up to eight guests and has four designated parking spaces. Guests of The River House have access to an on-site professional team to meet their needs seven days a week.
All staff on board at the time of the transition have been retained. Returning guests can count on friendly and familiar faces continuing to provide great customer service. Military and First Responders can enjoy 10% off the daily rate by showing their card at check-in, as a thank you for their service.
Rising River RV Resort & River House is conveniently located close to Interstate 5, for easy access on and off the highway. Guests can enjoy a short day's trip to the Oregon Coast, to Crater Lake, up to Washington, or down to California.
Rising River RV Resort & River House is open year-round. Photos of the property can be viewed here. For more information on Rising River RV Resort & River House, please visit https://www.risingriverrv.com/ and follow the property on Facebook and Instagram.
Founded in 2002, Blue Water specializes in investing, developing, and managing RV resorts, campgrounds, hotels, and attractions. Blue Water's integrated approach to marketing, revenue management, and operations has quickly established itself as a hospitality industry leader. With dozens of resort-area properties in East Coast states from Maine to Florida, and new additions out west in Texas, Montana, and Oregon, the Blue Water family is committed to creating elite assets, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and enhancing the communities we serve. To learn more, visit BWDC.com. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-water-development-corp/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueWaterDev/
Torres Capital acquires, develops, and manages manufactured home communities, RV resorts and short-term rental properties. We focus on both high-income generation and long-term value creation. Christian & Brooke Torres, founders and CEO, created Torres Capital to provide 1 million people an active lifestyle experience. The Torres family has been investing in real estate for over 16 years in Washington, Oregon, Florida and expanding.
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The man accused of stabbing author Salman Rushdie pleaded not guilty on Thursday.
Hadi Matar is charged with second-degree murder and second-degree assault.
Authorities say Matar stabbed "The Satanic Verses" author during a lecture on Friday in upstate New York.
The judge in the case denied Matar bail and said he must surrender his firearms. The judge also granted Rushdie's request for a temporary protection order.
The author is reportedly improving since the attack. Rushdie's agent said the author had damage to his liver and suffered severed nerves, but he is no longer on a ventilator.
A motive for the attack has not been revealed.
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WFO ALBANY Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Albany NY
248 PM EDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of east central Ulster
and northern Dutchess Counties through 330 PM EDT...
At 248 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Lake Katrine, or near Saugerties, moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Kingston, Saugerties, Rhinebeck, Pleasant Valley, Pine Plains, Red
Hook, Lake Katrine, Stanfordville, Staatsburg, Saugerties South, Port
Ewen, Bethel, Veteran, Milan, Tivoli, Salt Point, Norrie Heights,
Kerleys Corners, Katsbaan and Sweet Meadows.
This includes Interstate 87 between exits 19 and 20.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
LAT...LON 4198 7411 4212 7396 4210 7392 4208 7393
4208 7391 4203 7377 4194 7358 4174 7381
TIME...MOT...LOC 1848Z 309DEG 13KT 4201 7397
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...30 MPH
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RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Capital Square, one of the nation's leading sponsors of tax-advantaged real estate investments and a developer of multifamily communities, has been named one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing private companies in America for the sixth consecutive year.
"We are thrilled that Capital Square has been named to the Inc. 5000 list for the sixth year in a row in recognition of the firm's continued growth as a sponsor of tax-advantaged real estate investments and developer of multifamily communities," said Louis Rogers, founder and chief executive officer of Capital Square. "This is a testament to the skill, talent and dedication of Capital Square's team and the tremendous work that has been accomplished since our founding in 2012, which has firmly established Capital Square as one of the leading real estate firms in the nation."
With an annual growth rate of 282%, Capital Square ranked 2,117 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list, which is comprised of the 5,000 fastest-growing private firms in America based on a three-year percentage of revenue growth rate. Founded in 2012, Capital Square was first named to the Inc. 5000 list in 2017.
Capital Square is a national real estate firm specializing in tax-advantaged real estate investments, including Delaware statutory trusts for Section 1031 exchanges, qualified opportunity zone funds for tax deferral and exclusion and a real estate investment trust (REIT). In recent years the company has become an active developer of mixed-use multifamily properties in the southeastern US, with eight current projects totaling approximately 2,000 apartment units with a total development cost in excess of $600 million. Since 2012, Capital Square has completed more than $6.0 billion in transaction volume. Capital Square's related entities provide a range of services, including due diligence, acquisition, loan sourcing, property/asset management, and disposition, for a growing number of high-net-worth investors, private equity firms, family offices and institutional investors. Since 2017, Capital Square has been recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing companies in the nation for six consecutive years. In 2017, 2018 and 2020, the company was also ranked on Richmond BizSense's list of fastest growing companies. Additionally, Capital Square was listed by Virginia Business on their "Best Places to Work in Virginia" report in 2019 and their "Fantastic 50" reports in 2019 and 2020. To learn more, visit www.CapitalSq.com.
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Flying this summer has been challenging with delays, cancellations, and crowds. Those challenges have been "compounded" for people with disabilities who are traveling.
Corey Lee shares his experiences on social media as a resource to help other wheelchair-users when they're traveling.
"I've been nearly dropped this year. I've had my wheelchair damaged during flying a couple of times this year already and luckily, there haven't been any like major damages this year; where I got to my destination and then I couldn't drive my wheelchair, but that has happened to me in the past few times," Lee said.
A recently announced, first-of-its-kind bill of rights for travelers with disabilities aims to help. The document from the Department of Transportation doesn't establish any new rules, but it's meant to help people understand and assert their rights under the Air Carrier Access Act.
Under the law, it's illegal for airlines to discriminate against passengers because of their disabilities. Wheelchair users, like Lee, said it's a good first step.
"Access would be tremendously better if wheelchair users could just stay in their wheelchair on the plane. That's something that I am constantly fighting for," Lee said.
Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently announced he's working toward making that a reality. Past studies have shown it would be technically feasible, but more crash testing is needed.
Lee recommends immediately notifying a complaint resolution officer at the airport if you have a disability and something goes wrong when you're traveling.
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WFO ALBANY Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Albany NY
334 PM EDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of west central Fulton
and southern Herkimer Counties through 415 PM EDT...
At 334 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Middleville, or 10 miles north of Little Falls, moving southeast at
20 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Little Falls, Dolgeville, Ohio, Newport, Middleville, Poland, Cold
Brook, Northwood, Russia, Oppenheim, Fairfield, Norway, Ingham Mills,
Curtis, Lotville, Rasbach Corner, Burrell Corners, Kelhi Corners,
Shedd Corners and Phipps Corners.
This includes Interstate 90 near exit 29A.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
LAT...LON 4330 7512 4332 7510 4333 7508 4342 7509
4345 7503 4309 7457 4303 7471 4305 7476
4302 7474 4296 7489 4322 7508 4323 7507
4323 7508 4331 7514
TIME...MOT...LOC 1934Z 329DEG 16KT 4319 7488
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...30 MPH
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 645 PM EDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of eastern New York, including the following
county, Herkimer.
* WHEN...Until 645 PM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 336 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Ohio, Northwood, Pardeeville Corners, Gray, Woodin Corners,
Grant, Hurricane, Bull Hill, Wheelertown, Black Creek
Reservoir and North Wilmurt.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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Chery SUV model, with Cipia's driver monitoring system integrated, will be sold globally
TEL AVIV, Israel, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cipia (TASE: CPIA), an AI computer vision in-cabin automotive solutions provider, today announced that the company had secured a design win for a sport utility vehicle (SUV) from automaker Chery. The SUV will be sold globally, in Europe, South America, Australia, Middle East and Africa, with an expected start of production (SOP) during Q3 2023.
"Driver Sense DMS is robust, computationally lean and enables OEMs and Tier 1s to meet the strict regulatory and safety requirements that the EU and other markets demand of new vehicles," said Yehuda Holtzman, CEO of Cipia. "We're proud to be working with Chery to deliver a safer driving experience for all road users."
The model will integrate Cipia's Driver Sense DMS running on Ambarella's CV28 SoC. The CV28 - Driver Sense integration utilizes neural networks to offer robust driver monitoring capabilities, complying with highest global automotive regulatory standards while maintaining the lightest possible computing requirements.
Cipia's Driver Sense software uses computer vision and AI to monitor the driver's state in real-time. The DMS detects signs of drowsiness, distraction, phone use, seatbelt and more, enabling lifesaving alerts to the driver.
The latest win increases the total number of design wins for Cipia globally to 25 vehicle models, on 8 different platforms across 5 car manufacturers. Cipia's OEM customers currently include an electric car manufacturer in the US, SAIC Motors, Chery, an American car brand in China, and one additional leading car manufacturer in China.
About Cipia:
Cipia is a leading provider of intelligent sensing solutions that use edge-based computer vision and AI for safer and better mobility experiences. The company focuses on the automotive in-cabin environment, offering Driver Sense - driver monitoring system, Cabin Sense - occupancy monitoring systems and Cipia-FS10 - a driver monitoring and video telematics device for fleets and telematics system providers (TSPs). Over a decade of research and development stands behind the company's proprietary market-leading computer vision technology. Cipia is constantly pushing the boundaries of what intelligent sensing solutions can see and accomplish, for better and safer mobility.
Cipia Company Contact:
Lazer Cohen
lazer@westraycommunications.com
347-753-8256
Liat Rostock
Liat.R@cipia.com
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SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah — A Salt Lake City man said he’s grateful to be alive today thanks to a group of off-duty police officers who saved him from drowning.
Doug Merrill had a day off from work so he decided to spend it kayaking alone on the Jordanelle Reservoir. He said he was nowhere near shore when all of a sudden, his blood sugar level plummeted.
“I just kind of blanked out and tipped my kayak,” he said.
Next thing he knew, he was in the lake, swallowing water. His life jacket was on the kayak and he was losing his strength to stay afloat.
“I saw them and was just barely able to keep my head up,” said Merrill.
What he saw was a group of off-duty Homeless Resource officers with the South Salt Lake Police Department on a boat.
“They were just enjoying a day on the lake and I just happened to be so lucky there,” Merrill said.
The officers were able to pull him to safety and get him a first aid kit to get his blood level back on track.
“I thanked them right off the bat. I’m like, ‘You guys have no idea how close that was,’” Merrill said.
Merrill was able to reunite with the officers who saved him. He wrote them a letter, expressing his gratitude.
The South Salt Lake Police Department posted about the rescue on the department’s Facebook page.
“We are extremely proud of our officers for the exceptional service they provide to the community while on and off-duty,” said the post.
Merrill said next time he goes back on the water he’ll be more careful.
“I know I’ll never take the chance again with not wearing the gear,” he said. “They definitely saved my life. Without a doubt.”
This article was written by Emily Tencer and Melanie Porter for KSTU.
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WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
128 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of Williamson, northern
Hays, Travis, northeastern Blanco, southeastern Llano, northern
Bastrop, southwestern Lee and southwestern Burnet Counties through
215 PM CDT...
At 128 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Kingsland to near Taylor. Movement was
southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Taylor,
Elgin, Bastrop, Burnet, Marble Falls, Kingsland, Dripping Springs,
Granger, Bertram, Round Mountain, Serenada, Anderson Mill, Windemere,
Tanglewood Forest and Austin Bergstrom Int Airport.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
LAT...LON 3013 9831 3010 9698 3077 9737 3073 9862
TIME...MOT...LOC 1828Z 331DEG 25KT 3063 9845 3061 9745
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of north central
Jefferson, southeastern Hardin and northwestern Orange Counties
through 215 PM CDT...
At 129 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing a landspout over Lumberton, moving south at 5
to 10 mph.
HAZARD...Landspouts, winds in excess of 30 mph, and half inch hail.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
Beaumont, Lumberton, Vidor, Pine Forest, Lakeview and Weiss Bluff.
LAT...LON 3028 9425 3033 9410 3017 9397 3007 9422
TIME...MOT...LOC 1829Z 339DEG 6KT 3026 9416
LANDSPOUT...POSSIBLE
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...30 MPH
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southwestern
Calcasieu Parish in southwestern Louisiana and northeastern Orange
Counties through 215 PM CDT...
At 131 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Mauriceville, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph and half inch hail.
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Orange, Vidor, West Orange, Vinton, Mauriceville, Pinehurst and
Toomey.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 10 in Texas between mile markers 880 and 866.
Interstate 10 in Louisiana between mile markers 1 and 7.
LAT...LON 3014 9395 3024 9389 3022 9357 2997 9368
TIME...MOT...LOC 1831Z 287DEG 14KT 3016 9384
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WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
208 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of Williamson, northern
Hays, Travis, Blanco, Gillespie, southern Llano, northern Bastrop,
Lee, northwestern Kendall and Burnet Counties through 245 PM CDT...
At 207 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Doss to near Sandy to 6 miles south of
Thorndale. Movement was southeast at 20 mph. Individual storm cells
have been capable of producing downburst winds near or in excess of
40 mph, though not ever storm will.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Taylor,
Buda, Fredericksburg, Elgin, Bastrop, Burnet, Marble Falls,
Kingsland, Giddings, Dripping Springs, Blanco, Granger, Bertram,
Lexington and Round Mountain.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
LAT...LON 3091 9783 3087 9762 3074 9727 3046 9715
3056 9696 3032 9674 3029 9664 3014 9682
3009 9841 3016 9920 3050 9931 3050 9897
3072 9896 3072 9844 3103 9791
TIME...MOT...LOC 1907Z 335DEG 18KT 3047 9921 3035 9854 3052 9719
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
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Authorities in Canada are investigating after wolves at the Greater Vancouver Zoo were found outside their enclosure earlier this week.
In a news release on Tuesday, zoo officials called the incident "suspicious" and suspected it to "be due to malicious intent."
The zoo said they were working with Langley Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the B.C Conservation Officer Service to recapture the animals.
According to zoo officials, the police were investigating the incident that appeared "to be unlawful entry and vandalism."
Zoo officials said most of the wolves were recovered, but the staff was still searching for a "small number" of them, according to the news release.
On Tuesday, the B.C. Conservation Officer Service later tweeted that zoo officials said one of the wolves remained "at large."
The Greater Vancouver Zoo requested #BCCOS support to recapture wolves that had escaped their enclosure earlier today.
According to the @vancouverzoo there is 1 wolf still at large. The zoo is working to recapture the animal.
— BC CO Service (@_BCCOS) August 16, 2022
Zoo officials did not say how many wolves got out of their enclosure, but according to their website, they have nine adult grey wolves and six cubs.
Zoo officials added that the public was not in danger.
On Wednesday, the zoo posted a story on its Facebook page informing the public the park was closed, CTV News reported.
The Vancouver Sun reported the zoo was also closed on Tuesday.
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The Go-to List of Leaders who Positively Impact the State of Colorado
DENVER, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CiviCO, a nonprofit that cultivates civic-minded leaders, announced 29 Colorado business executives and community leaders as 2022-23 Colorado Governor's Fellows. The Colorado Governor's Fellowship program prepares private and nonprofit sector leaders for opportunities to deepen their understanding of Colorado state government and statewide public policy issues.
"I am thrilled to welcome the newest cohort of Governor's Fellows through the continued partnership between CiviCO and the Colorado Governor's Office. These fellows will gain valuable experience from this program and go on to help ensure Colorado is the best place to live, work and run or start a business," said Governor Jared Polis.
This year's Governor's Fellows are:
- Betsy Bair, Community Hospital
- Mara Brosy-Wiwchar, Onward Energy
- Jamie Brown, Colorado Springs Health Foundation
- Patrick Byrne, Denver Kids, Inc.
- Briah Carey, DaVita Kidney Care
- Karen Cheser, Durango School District
- Tyescha Clark, Inside Out Youth Services
- Scott Michael Clements, Retired Executive
- Charles Gilford III, City and County of Denver
- Antonio Huerta, Southern Colorado Regional Director for U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper
- Andrew Klosterman, Peak Beverage
- Sam Knaizer, BPX Energy
- Stephanie Knight, Senior Hub
- Byron Kominek, Jack's Solar Garden Developments
- Lulu Lantzy, Emily Griffith Technical College
- Marvin Lee, PureLee Redefined
- Sid Makkar, Arrowmark Partners
- Sarah Jane Maxted, Deloitte
- Nicole Milo, Centura Health
- Latrina Ollie, Solid Rock Community Development Corporation
- Alexandra Peterson, Markle Foundation
- Sarah Plastino, Sarah Plastino Consulting
- Paul Reich, The Center for Mental Health
- Scott Richardson, South Metro Fire Rescue
- Nathaniel Robinson, Leaf Global Fintech
- Andrew Rubin, Greenberg Traurig, LLP
- Sharon Schneider, Integrated Capital Strategies, LLC
- David Thurow, Prosono
- Megan Wilson, Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation
Since 2016, CiviCO has graduated 122 fellows who are now leading and serving predominantly across the state of Colorado. The program enables participants to shadow members of the Polis Administration and various statewide agencies, while working on real-time public policy projects.
"The program is committed to creating platforms for leaders to grow from a place of seeking to understand Colorado's rural/urban divide, and the value of diversity of thought, civic engagement and multi-sector leadership," said Ryan Heckman, co-chairman of CiviCO.
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WFO CORPUS CHRISTI Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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HEAT ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Corpus Christi TX
239 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 111.
* WHERE...Coastal counties of South Texas.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses to occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — Earlier showers and storms have moved east, leaving extra cloud cover in their wake. Patchy light rain will affect areas around the state line through this evening, with the best chances for thunderstorms remaining south and east of the eastern Big Bend. There will be a few breaks in the cloud cover overnight, but not entirely clear. A couple of showers can't be ruled out. Lows will drop into the mid and low 70s. Peeks of sun, especially in the morning, will allow enough warming for highs to top out in the upper 80s and lower 90s. The setup still supports easy development of rain and thunderstorms by late morning through the afternoon, some of which can be locally heavy and briefly strong. The weekend ahead will have the ongoing risk of occasional rainy and stormy conditions amid periods of a sun-and-cloud mix.
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Leading IT Services Franchise Reaches $100 Million Revenue Milestone
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CMIT Solutions, the nation's leading managed service provider (MSP) of information technology (IT) services to the small and medium-sized business community, has achieved a significant milestone. The company has reached $100 million in systemwide revenue.
In 2019, CMIT Solutions had $68 million in systemwide revenue and was on a growth trajectory to reach $100 million by 2026. In 2020, the then new CEO, Roger Lewis, rallied the organization around a new vision statement. Lewis says, "We set a goal to become a $100 million MSP servicing the IT needs of small and medium-sized businesses as a unified brand by the end of 2023." For this to become a reality, Lewis implemented a series of growth strategies, including pivoting marketing to focus extensively on lead generation by creating in-depth marketing programs which measure influenced revenue. Next, the company brought MSP sales training in house and introduced repeatable, scalable processes throughout the organization. The entire system's mindset shifted to marketing and growing the business. These programs paid huge dividends resulting in CMIT Solutions' achievement of this milestone within the third quarter of 2022, more than a year ahead of the vision statement timeline Lewis set for the system.
In his congratulatory speech to the system franchisees, Lewis stated, "I'm incredibly inspired by each and every one of you. Your perseverance, your heart, and the many, many ways you support one another. It is unbelievable. It is unstoppable! You've earned this moment. $100 million dollars! Congratulations!"
According to Paul Dippell, an MSP industry analyst, reaching $100 million in revenue puts CMIT Solutions within the ranks of the top 25 revenue-grossing MSPs, specifically for small and medium-sized businesses.
"This achievement is the direct result of our franchisees' dedication to their customers. Every day, CMIT Solutions' local teams go the extra mile to support the businesses in their communities," said Lewis. "I'm looking forward to continuing this momentum and seeing how far we go in the coming years as we strengthen our reputation as the leading brand within the IT MSP space."
The system has honed its focus on continued growth with strategic marketing and sales programs combined with strong technology provider partnerships. A monthly marketing playbook was introduced to the system to provide franchisees with a fully developed guide to assist in further spreading awareness of CMIT Solutions within each local community. These efforts aid in the brand's ability to connect with clients and motivate franchise candidates.
A proven franchise model has contributed to the triumph that CMIT Solutions has achieved in recent years. So far within 2022, the company has been recognized as a Top 500 Franchise by Entrepreneur magazine and several of its women franchise owners were recognized in CRN's Women of the Channel list. With 250-plus locations nationwide, CMIT Solutions' momentum shows no signs of slowing down.
CMIT Solutions is widely recognized as the frontrunner among IT service providers for the small and mid-sized organizations in the United States and Canada. Offering a broad spectrum of proactive computer maintenance, monitoring, cybersecurity, and virtual technology packages, along with quick response support when unexpected crises occur, CMIT Solutions has carved out its niche as an industry innovator specializing in working with businesses in franchisees' local communities.
To learn more about CMIT Solutions and its services, please visit: www.cmitsolutions.com.
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WFO DALLAS / FT. WORTH Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
217 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southern Milam
County through 245 PM CDT...
At 217 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Rockdale. This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Rockdale, Thorndale and Milano.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
LAT...LON 3073 9727 3075 9730 3076 9731 3088 9726
3072 9667 3056 9695 3046 9716
TIME...MOT...LOC 1917Z 180DEG 0KT 3062 9708
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH
...Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of Burleson, Grimes,
Brazos, northern Washington, northwestern Montgomery and southwestern
Walker Counties through 245 PM CDT...
At 217 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Anderson to 7 miles southeast of Snook to
Tanglewood. Movement was south at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph with isolated gusts approaching
50 mph.
unsecured objects.
College Station, Bryan, Navasota, Caldwell, Washington, Somerville,
Montgomery, Snook, Millican, Anderson, Lake Somerville Dam, Kyle
Field, Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway, Lyons, Deanville,
Dobbin, Independence, Chriesman, Dacus and Plantersville.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 3073 9662 3073 9660 3070 9656 3073 9650
3071 9639 3078 9589 3035 9564 3023 9626
3028 9666 3030 9664 3030 9667 3032 9669
3032 9674 3039 9679 3043 9687 3046 9688
3047 9691 3049 9690 3054 9692 3056 9696
TIME...MOT...LOC 1917Z 337DEG 12KT 3049 9589 3042 9637 3050 9696
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — The tropical scene continues to treat the Big Bend region well, with no systems coming our way over the next seven days.
There are some points of interest, though. A blob of moisture over the Yucatan Peninsula will move northwest over land for another day before emerging into the warm Bay of Campeche in the southwestern Gulf this weekend. The best development chances exist for a day or two before the system travels over northeastern Mexico south of the Rio Grande Valley, where development opportunities would end.
While current disturbances near and south of the Cape Verde region in the eastern Atlantic do not have well-developed form, conditions over the next week indicate improved chances for disturbances to gain more organization. A tropical storm or hurricane is not imminent or predestined based on these trends, but consistent signals and trends are present for some development over the open waters early to middle next week.
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ST. LOUIS, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Construction Risk Partners (CRP), a subsidiary of BRP Group, Inc. ("BRP Group" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: BRP), is pleased to announce the addition of Mark Gloriod to the team as a Partner.
Mr. Gloriod will lead CRP's geographic expansion into the mid-west. He will be responsible for building a team and book of business while collaborating with colleagues from CRP and BRP. He brings more than 25 years of experience in construction and insurance to CRP, and expertise in multiple lines of insurance coverage with an emphasis on property/casualty placements, wrap-ups, and builders' risk. He also has an extensive background in broking, underwriting, and claims management.
Most recently, Mr. Gloriod led Aon's Central Region Broking Team in addition to being an Account Executive on a $2M+ revenue book of business. He was responsible for program design, risk management, and broking of large construction clients and projects in casualty and builder's risk.
"Mark has the perfect mix of experience, culture, and entrepreneurship to help CRP expand our geographic footprint. We are extremely proud to welcome Mark to the CRP and BRP family," said Joe Charczenko, Partner, Construction Risk Partners.
"I am extremely excited to join CRP and start the next chapter of my career to help them expand into the Midwest," said Mr. Gloriod.
Construction Risk Partners is the leading specialist broker for owners, developers, general contractors, engineers, and subcontractors that need to mitigate financial risks related to construction activity. Our expertise and specialization in construction allows us to tailor our financial products and services to align perfectly. We offer insurance, surety, bonding, default insurance as well as our industry's most respected Loss Prevention and Wrap-Up services. Learn more at www.constructionriskpartners.com.
BRP Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BRP) is an independent insurance distribution firm delivering tailored insurance and risk management insights and solutions that give our Clients the peace of mind to pursue their purpose, passion and dreams. We are innovating the industry by taking a holistic and tailored approach to risk management, insurance and employee benefits, and support our Clients, Colleagues, Insurance Company Partners and communities through the deployment of vanguard resources and capital to drive our growth. BRP Group represents over 1,200,000 Clients across the United States and internationally. For more information, please visit www.baldwinriskpartners.com.
This press release may contain various "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which represent BRP Group's expectations or beliefs concerning future events. Forward-looking statements are statements other than historical facts and may include statements that address future operating, financial or business performance or BRP Group's strategies or expectations. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as "may", "might", "will", "should", "expects", "plans", "anticipates", "believes", "estimates", "predicts", "projects", "potential", "outlook" or "continue", or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, developments and business decisions to differ materially from those contemplated by these statements.
Factors that could cause actual results or performance to differ from the expectations expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those described under the caption "Risk Factors" in BRP Group's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and in BRP Group's other filings with the SEC, which are available free of charge on the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at: www.sec.gov, including those risks and other factors relevant to the business, financial condition and results of operations of BRP Group and factors related to the potential effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on BRP Group's business, financial condition and results of operations. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those indicated. All forward-looking statements and all subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to BRP Group or to persons acting on behalf of BRP Group are expressly qualified in their entirety by reference to these risks and uncertainties. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and BRP Group does not undertake any obligation to update them in light of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable law.
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WFO DALLAS / FT. WORTH Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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AREAL FLOOD ADVISORY
Flood Advisory
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
256 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 430 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of central Texas, including the following
county, Milam.
* WHEN...Until 430 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms near
Rockdale and Thorndale. Low lying and/or poor drainage areas
will experience minor flooding in the advisory area. Between
1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall
amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Rockdale and Thorndale.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
147 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southeastern
Montgomery, southwestern Liberty and northeastern Harris Counties
through 215 PM CDT...
At 146 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Kingwood, moving southeast at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Humble, Kingwood, Lake Houston Dam, Lake Houston, Atascocita and
Porter.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
If on or near Lake Houston, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles
from the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not
be caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
LAT...LON 3007 9530 3015 9512 2997 9496 2985 9523
TIME...MOT...LOC 1846Z 333DEG 6KT 3005 9518
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
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NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. magazine recently released that HumanN, an industry leader in functional nutrition and life sciences, was named for the eighth consecutive year on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"We are honored that HumanN has achieved the rarified air of being named to the Inc. 5000 for 8 consecutive years!" says CEO and Co-Founder, Joel Kocher. "One of our company's values is to perpetually adapt to the new challenges every new year brings. Our supremely talented team has done that again and again, every year since HumanN was founded."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Strategic innovation propels the team at HumanN to continue to adapt, developing new markets and opportunities each year. Says Kocher, "Our team simply understands that what got you here will never get you there [to the next phase of growth]."
A groundbreaking functional nutrition and life sciences company, HumanN was founded in affiliation with a leading academic research program and is committed to promoting healthy circulatory and blood flow function for optimal living. The innovators at HumanN bring forth smart, plant-based, and nutrition-forward science in the form of supplements in innovative form factors (powders, chews, gummies, tablets), to meet the demands of modern, health-conscious consumers. Its products are widely used by physicians, consumers, and athletes alike, including over 120 Professional and Division One Collegiate sports teams. HumanN's product line includes leading product brands such as SuperBeets, BeetElite, and Neo40. SuperBeets is the leading superfood brand sold at GNC and is also sold at leading U.S. retailers such as CVS Pharmacy, Publix, Target.com, and Sprouts.
The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.
For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visit http://conference.inc.com/.
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
206 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southeastern
Burleson, south central Brazos and northeastern Washington Counties
through 230 PM CDT...
At 206 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Snook, or near College Station, moving south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Western College Station, Snook and Wellborn.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 3059 9648 3060 9634 3039 9621 3037 9630
3038 9631 3037 9634 3037 9636 3036 9637
3034 9650
TIME...MOT...LOC 1906Z 351DEG 10KT 3054 9639
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
MAX WIND GUST...30 MPH
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US STOCKS-S&P 500, Nasdaq edge up late; Cisco Systems jumps after forecast
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq were up slightly in afternoon trading Thursday as Cisco Systems shares jumped on an upbeat sales forecast, but trading was choppy as investors assessed the outlook for interest rate hikes. Investors initially saw Wednesday's minutes from the Federal Reserve's July meeting as suggesting policymakers may be less aggressive than previously thought when they raise interest rates in September.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq were up slightly in afternoon trading Thursday as Cisco Systems shares jumped on an upbeat sales forecast, but trading was choppy as investors assessed the outlook for interest rate hikes.
Investors initially saw Wednesday's minutes from the Federal Reserve's July meeting as suggesting policymakers may be less aggressive than previously thought when they raise interest rates in September. But the minutes did not clearly hint at the pace of rate increases and showed policymakers committed to raising rates to tame inflation.
"We're at a point where people are trying to make a judgment about whether the inevitable higher interest rates are going to choke off the upside of the market," said Rick Meckler, partner at Cherry Lane Investments in New Vernon, New Jersey. "There are really two camps - one who feels the worst is behind us and continue to buy these selloffs, and the camp that feels the worst is ahead of us and like this is some kind of bear market rally that will retreat."
Traders at this point expect a greater chance of a 50 basis point rise in borrowing costs in September instead of a 75 basis point increase for a third time. Meanwhile, Cisco gained 6% and was among the biggest positives on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, after it provided an upbeat forecast for first-quarter sales late on Wednesday as a COVID-19 recovery in China eases supply chain shortages.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 54.87 points, or 0.16%, to 33,925.45, the S&P 500 gained 7.34 points, or 0.17%, to 4,281.38 and the Nasdaq Composite added 38.85 points, or 0.3%, to 12,976.98. Supporting the view that the Fed may need to be more hawkish, data Thursday showed solid momentum on the U.S. economic front.
The Philadelphia Federal Reserve's monthly manufacturing index rose to 6.2 this month from negative 12.3 in July, topping all 30 estimates in a poll of Reuters economists. The Fed has lifted its benchmark interest rate by 225 basis points so far this year to control inflation at a four-decade high.
Focus now could turn to the Fed's annual Jackson Hole symposium late next week. Other gainers in high-growth stocks included Nvidia , which was up 2.4%.
Among the day's decliners, Kohl's Corp stock slid 6.6% after the retailer cut its full-year sales and profit forecasts. The news followed a dissapointing report from Target on Wednesday. Still, after a brutal start of the year, stocks have jumped since mid-June, partly because of upbeat earnings.
After the recent big move and with second-quarter earnings nearly done, the market may be "at a little bit of an equilibirum," Meckler said. Advancing issues outnumbered declining ones on the NYSE by a 1.09-to-1 ratio; on Nasdaq, a 1.00-to-1 ratio favored advancers.
The S&P 500 posted four new 52-week highs and 29 new lows; the Nasdaq Composite recorded 51 new highs and 58 new lows. (Additional reporting by Bansari Mayur Kamdar and Devik Jain in Bengaluru; Editing by Shounak Dasgupta and Deepa Babington)
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VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Elevation Gold Mining Corporation (TSX.V: ELVT) (OTCQX: EVGDF) (the "Company" or "Elevation Gold") is pleased to announce that all matters submitted to shareholders for approval as set out in the detail of the Company's Management information Circular dated July 13, 2022, were approved by the requisite majority of votes cast at its Annual General Meeting ("AGM"). A total of 36,024,003 common shares of the Company were represented by shareholders in person or by proxy at the AGM, representing 32.63% of the Company's issued and outstanding common shares as at the record date of July 13, 2022.
Specifically, shareholders voted to approve:
- Election of the Board of Directors nominated;
- Re-appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants, as the Company's external auditors for 2022; and
- Approval of the Company's new 10% rolling equity incentive plan.
Detailed results of the voting are set out below:
The directors will serve on the Board of Directors until the Company's next AGM of shareholders.
Full details of all proposals are described in the Company's Management Information Circular available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
Additionally, the Company has entered into an arrangement that provides Elevation Gold with a US $6 million revolving credit facility (the "Credit Facility"). The net proceeds will be used for operating and capital expenditures at its wholly-owned gold and silver producing Moss Mine in Arizona and for general working capital purposes. Under the terms of the Credit Facility, interest accrues on any unpaid principal at an interest rate of 12% per annum compounded on a monthly basis, with all accrued interest and principal payable on or before December 31, 2023. On closing, Elevation Gold was advanced a principal amount of US $3 million (the "Initial Advance"). Additional advances following the Initial Advance will be made available to the Company at the discretion of the lender. The Company may, at its option, at any time and from time to time, prepay without penalty or premium the Credit Facility, in whole or in part.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF ELEVATION GOLD MINING CORPORATION
"Tim J. Swendseid"
Tim J. Swendseid, President of Elevation Gold Mining Corporation
Elevation Gold is a publicly listed gold and silver producer, engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development and operation of mineral properties located in the United States. Elevation Gold's common shares are listed on the TSX Venture Exchange ("TSXV") in Canada under the ticker symbol ELVT and on the NASDAQ OTC in the United States under the ticker symbol EVGDF. The Company's principal operation is the 100% owned Moss Mine in the Mohave County of Arizona. Elevation also holds the title to the Hercules exploration property, located in Lyon County, Nevada.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Certain of the statements made and information contained herein is "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this document constitute forward-looking information, including but not limited to statements regarding the Company's plans with respect to appointing a new President. Words such as "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "contemplate", "target", "plan", "goal", "aim", "intend", "continue", "budget", "estimate", "may", "will", "can", "could", "should", "schedule" and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. All of the forward-looking statements made in this document are qualified by these cautionary statements. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, forecast or intended and readers are cautioned that the foregoing list is not exhaustive of all factors and assumptions which may have been used. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking information. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove to be accurate and forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance. Readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The forward-looking information contained herein speaks only as of the date of this document. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise forward–looking information or to explain any material difference between such and subsequent actual events, except as required by applicable law.
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
The National Weather Service in League City has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southeastern Liberty County in southeastern Texas...
* Until 245 PM CDT.
* At 222 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Daisetta, or
9 miles northeast of Liberty, moving southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include...
Northeastern Liberty, Ames, Daisetta, Hardin and Devers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
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MORNING BID-Japan inflation could pile pressure on yen, BOJ
Future rival EV maker Nio Inc, meanwhile, also releases Q2 earnings on Friday. Key developments that should provide more direction to markets on Thursday: Japan inflation (July) Indonesia current account (Q2) Earnings reports from China Merchants Bank, Xiaomi, Nio
A look at the day ahead in Asian markets from Jamie McGeever Inflation figures from Japan, which could put the central bank's ultra-loose monetary policy under even more intense scrutiny, and a smattering of Chinese earnings are the juiciest morsels for investors in Asia to get their teeth into on Friday. Analysts expect Japan's core annual inflation rate in July rose to 2.4% from 2.2% in June. That would be the highest since late 2014 and further above the Bank of Japan's goal of 2.0%.
It would mark months above target, raising further doubts over the BOJ's policy of buying unlimited amount of bonds to cap the 10-year yield at 0.25%, a policy that runs counter to the rate-raising trend across the developed world. The divergence between Japanese and U.S. yields has pushed the yen down 15% so far this year, on course for its biggest fall against the dollar since 2013 and third steepest since the era of free-floating exchange rates began in the early 1970s.
The yen is trading around 136 per dollar, and an uncomfortable inflation print could push it closer towards last month's 24-year low near 140 per dollar. In China, retail banking giant China Merchants Bank releases half yearly results. These could offer a glimpse into the impact of the country's debt-ridden property sector on banks, as a growing number of homebuyers threaten to stop paying mortgages on hundreds of unfinished housing projects.
Results are also due from smartphone maker Xiaomi Corp , which is struggling amid the industry's smartphone volumes falling to a decade low as COVID-19 lockdowns batter demand. Xiaomi started constructing its first car factory in Beijing earlier this year, and aims to be mass producing electric vehicles by the first half of 2024. Future rival EV maker Nio Inc, meanwhile, also releases Q2 earnings on Friday.
Key developments that should provide more direction to markets on Thursday: Japan inflation (July)
Indonesia current account (Q2) Earnings reports from China Merchants Bank, Xiaomi, Nio
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Hyde will lead ERIE's diversity, equity and inclusion team, bringing experience from Koppers, Inc., where he led global inclusion and diversity initiatives
ERIE, Pa., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Erie Insurance (ERIE) has named Lance Hyde to the role of Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), effective August 22. Hyde will report to ERIE's Chief Diversity and Community Development Officer Chris Marsh in the position and lead the company's DEI team and related enterprise initiatives.
Hyde brings more than 15 years of experience in diversity and inclusion practices, including significant supplier diversity and sustainability expertise, to the leadership role at ERIE. He joins the company after serving as Director of Global Inclusion and Diversity at Pittsburgh-based Koppers International.
"I am excited to welcome Lance to the ERIE Family and the Erie community," said Marsh. "With his demonstrated collaborative work style and results-driven approach, I'm confident Lance is well-equipped to help lead ERIE through our next evolution of DEI."
At Koppers, Hyde helped develop the company's global inclusion and diversity strategy while partnering with business unit leaders to create a robust supplier diversity program. Prior to joining Koppers, Hyde served in various leadership positions at EQT Corporation, including diversity manager and director of supplier diversity. While at EQT, he managed all D&I functions, including building HR diversity responsibilities, expanding and supporting Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and serving on the EQT Foundation. He worked closely with human resources to create and implement a successful "D&I Recruit and Retain" strategy and participated in global industry conferences to attract diverse talent to the industry and company.
Recognized nationally for his DEI thought leadership and supplier diversity expertise, Hyde has participated in more than 50 panel discussions on a variety of topics throughout his career and has been featured in national and regional media.
Hyde earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from California State University, East Bay in Hayward, Calif. and a master's in Business Administration from Waynesburg University in Waynesburg, Pa. He received the Timothy and Caroline Thyreen Service Leadership Award from Waynesburg University in 2021 and the Supplier Diversity Professional of the Year Award from the National Minority Supplier Development Council in 2019 for his accomplishments in supplier diversity initiatives with EQT.
According to A.M. Best Company, Erie Insurance Group, based in Erie, Pennsylvania, is the 11th largest homeowners insurer, 13th largest automobile insurer and 13th largest commercial lines insurer in the United States based on direct premiums written. Founded in 1925, Erie Insurance is a Fortune 500 company and the 19th largest property/casualty insurer in the United States based on total lines net premium written. Rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best, ERIE has more than 6 million policies in force and operates in 12 states and the District of Columbia. News releases and more information are available on ERIE's website at www.erieinsurance.com.
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
243 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR SOUTHEASTERN LIBERTY COUNTY
WILL EXPIRE AT 245 PM CDT...
The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe
limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property.
Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However gusty
winds are still possible with this thunderstorm.
...Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of eastern Burleson,
Grimes, Brazos, northeastern Washington and west central Montgomery
Counties through 330 PM CDT...
At 244 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 9 miles northwest of Snook to Millican to near
Anderson. Movement was southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
College Station, Bryan, Navasota, Washington, Somerville, Montgomery,
Snook, Millican, Anderson, Kyle Field, Dobbin, Independence, Dacus,
Plantersville, Wellborn, Roans Prairie, Richards and Carlos.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 3073 9660 3071 9660 3071 9658 3070 9656
3074 9646 3072 9627 3076 9595 3034 9567
3026 9611 3032 9652 3073 9661
TIME...MOT...LOC 1944Z 330DEG 17KT 3062 9653 3044 9622 3046 9591
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
...Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of southern Williamson,
north central Caldwell, central Hays, Travis, Bastrop, Lee and
northeastern Fayette Counties through 330 PM CDT...
a line extending from Bear Creek to 7 miles west of Fedor to near
Giddings. Movement was southeast at 25 mph.
Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Kyle,
Taylor, Buda, Elgin, Bastrop, Giddings, Dripping Springs, Wimberley,
Granger, Lexington, Anderson Mill, Windemere, Tanglewood Forest,
Austin Bergstrom Int Airport and Leander.
LAT...LON 2998 9809 3034 9794 3056 9788 3078 9738
3074 9727 3046 9715 3056 9697 3054 9692
3046 9690 3039 9679 3026 9668 3025 9673
3020 9674 3016 9679 3014 9676 3017 9669
3015 9668 3014 9665 3011 9663 3007 9663
TIME...MOT...LOC 1944Z 320DEG 20KT 3019 9797 3033 9717 3013 9688
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WFO HOUSTON/GALVESTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, August 18, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
251 PM CDT Thu Aug 18 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of central Liberty
County through 315 PM CDT...
At 250 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Hardin, or 13 miles southwest of Thicket, moving southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Northeastern Liberty, Hardin and Moss Hill.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
LAT...LON 3014 9461 3009 9476 3027 9483 3030 9473
3020 9463
TIME...MOT...LOC 1950Z 329DEG 7KT 3024 9476
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON UNTIL FURTHER
NOTICE...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is
forecast.
* WHERE...Rio Grande below Presidio 5SE.
* WHEN...From this afternoon until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 9.0 feet (2.7 meters), the river reaches minor flood
stage, and low lying areas begin to flood.
At 11.0 feet (3.4 meters), minor flooding continues along the
river. Irrigation pumps may need to be removed. No threats to
residences or other structures are known to occur.
At 13.0 feet (4.0 meters), the river reaches moderate flood
stage. Farmland near the river will be inundated. Water may
begin flooding low lying areas of FM 170.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 2:15 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 12.5 feet (3.8 meters).
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
ending at 2:15 PM CDT Thursday was 12.5 feet (3.8 meters).
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.3
feet (4.1 meters) late this afternoon. It will then fall
below flood stage tomorrow morning.
- Flood stage is 9.0 feet (2.7 meters).
- Flood History...No available flood history.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts (feet):
Fld Observed Thu Fri Fri Fri
Location Stg Stg Day/Time 7pm 1am 7am 1pm
Rio Grande
Presidio 5SE 9.0 12.5 Thu 2pm 13.1 10.9 8.6 6.6
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts (meters):
Presidio 5SE 2.7 3.8 Thu 2pm 4.0 3.3 2.6 2.0
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US STOCKS-Wall St ends higher, Cisco Systems jumps after forecast
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended higher Thursday as an upbeat sales forecast from Cisco Systems helped to lift the technology sector, while data showed the economy remained relatively strong. Investors were still assessing Wednesday's minutes from the Federal Reserve's July meeting, which they initially saw as supporting a less aggressive stance by the central bank.
But the minutes did not clearly hint at the pace of rate increases and showed policymakers committed to raising rates to tame inflation. "We're at a point where people are trying to make a judgment about whether the inevitable higher interest rates are going to choke off the upside of the market," said Rick Meckler, partner at Cherry Lane Investments in New Vernon, New Jersey.
"There are really two camps - one who feels the worst is behind us and continue to buy these selloffs, and the camp that feels the worst is ahead of us and like this is some kind of bear market rally that will retreat." Traders now expect a greater chance of a 50 basis point rise in borrowing costs in September instead of a 75 basis point increase for a third time.
Meanwhile, Cisco gained and was among the biggest positives on the three major indexes, after it provided an upbeat forecast for first-quarter sales late on Wednesday as a COVID-19 recovery in China eased supply chain shortages. According to preliminary data, the S&P 500 gained 10.42 points, or 0.24%, to end at 4,284.58 points, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 27.85 points, or 0.22%, to 12,965.97. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 26.80 points, or 0.08%, to 34,007.12.
Supporting the view that the Fed may need to be more hawkish, data Thursday showed solid momentum on the U.S. economic front. The Philadelphia Federal Reserve's monthly manufacturing index rose to 6.2 this month from negative 12.3 in July, topping all 30 estimates in a poll of Reuters economists.
Also, a string of U.S. central bank officials said on Thursday the Fed needs to keep raising borrowing costs to bring high inflation under control, although they debated how fast and how high to lift them. The Fed has lifted its benchmark interest rate by 225 basis points so far this year in an effort to bring inflation down from a four-decade high.
Focus now could turn to the Fed's annual Jackson Hole symposium late next week. Other gainers in high-growth stocks included Nvidia . Among the day's decliners, Kohl's Corp stock slid after the retailer cut its full-year sales and profit forecasts. The news followed a dissapointing report from Target on Wednesday.
After a brutal start of the year, stocks have jumped since mid-June, partly because of upbeat earnings. After the recent big move and with second-quarter earnings nearly done, the market may be "at a little bit of an equilibirum," Meckler said. (Additional reporting by Bansari Mayur Kamdar and Devik Jain in Bengaluru; Editing by Shounak Dasgupta and Deepa Babington)
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Breaking through the limits of traditional diagnostics, a new experience for technicians and DIYers of OBDII diagnostic device is now official available. An effective device with excellent user experience has been refined with the Mucar CDE900, and a limited time special offer for half price on the Mucar CDE900 is available on August 22nd . The first 100 customers will also get an extra gift.
Most traditional OBD devices can only perform the basic functions.
After in-depth investigating, MUCAR brought out a comprehensive design on product positioning, user habits, software optimization, and operation experience, to create a brand new product for our users: CDE900.
CDE900 adopts Android 6.0 intelligent system. The device runs faster with 2G memory and 16G storage. It also supports up to 256G expanded memory card. Equipped with 1500mAh capacity battery without OBD interface power supply, users can turn on the device to check the historical diagnosis report. It's ready for the next repair and maintenance anytime.
It supports 16 languages, full function of OBD2 and EOBD2 optimizing communication protocol to cover vehicles after 1996, lifetime free OTA upgrade with WiFi function. The CDE900 also offers an optional life-time extension function beyond traditional OBDII and EOBD devices: ECM+SRS+TCM+ABS. When you need it, you can pay for the additional functions anytime. Even if you choose to pay for the additional 4 system features, this product is still more cost-effective than its peers.
In the past, OBD devices only adopted physical buttons and ordinary LCD screen, which cannot be used after the buttons are damaged in the complex diagnostic environment. CDE900 optimizes this situation with modifications:
1. A 4-inch capacitive touch screen, maximizing the proportion. Users can operate on the screen directly.
2. Physical buttons are maintained, to ensure stable operation while using it.
CDE900 adopts a color screen display with a new icon UI design to manage functions, making the function display more intuitive and vivid. Up to 120 data streams can be read at the same time, without missing abnormal data of multidimensional data comparison.
The Mucar CDE900 is available for half price for a limited time on August 22nd. The first 100 customers will also get an extra gift. To learn more, visit:
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J-K govt transfers several senior officers
Anantnag Deputy Commissioner Piyush Singla was posted as the Administrative Secretary in General Administration Department GAD.GAD Secretary Rahul Sharma will now be the Transport Commissioner.In a separate order, the government posted IRS officer Alok Kumar, who is currently Principal Secretary in the Youth, Services and Sports Department, as Principal Secretary in the School Education Department. Vishesh Paul Mahajan, Director, Horticulture, Planning and Marketing, J-K, was transferred and posted as Deputy Commissioner, Doda.
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The Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday ordered the transfer of several senior officers, including few deputy commissioners.
The transfers were effected through three separate orders. In the first order, the government posted Transport Commissioner Bhupinder Kumar as the Administrative Secretary in the Health and Medical Education Department. Anantnag Deputy Commissioner Piyush Singla was posted as the Administrative Secretary in General Administration Department (GAD).
GAD Secretary Rahul Sharma will now be the Transport Commissioner.
In a separate order, the government posted IRS officer Alok Kumar, who is currently Principal Secretary in the Youth, Services and Sports Department, as Principal Secretary in the School Education Department. Kumar replaces Bishwajit Kumar Singh who was recently promoted as Additional Director General of Forests. Kumar shall also hold the charge of Estates Department, the order read. In another order, the government asked Kumar to also hold the charge of Administrative Secretary, Civil Aviation Department and Civil Aviation Commissioner, in addition to his own duties, till further orders.
Bipul Pathak, Principal Resident Commissioner, J-K Government, New Delhi, was transferred and posted as Director General, Jammu and Kashmir Institute of Management, Public Administration and Rural Development, replacing Saurabh Bhagat who was posted as Commissioner/Secretary to the Government, Science and Technology Department.
Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, Commissioner/Secretary to the Government, Revenue Department, shall also hold the charge of Principal Resident Commissioner, J-K Government, New Delhi, in addition to his own duties, till further orders, the order said.
Similarly, Sarmad Hafeez, Secretary to the Government, Tourism Department, shall also hold the charge of Administrative Secretary, Youth Services and Sports Department, in addition to his own duties, till further orders.
Doifode Sagar Dattatray, OSD in the J-K Socially and Educationally Backward Classes Commission, was transferred and posted as Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara.
Devansh Yadav, Managing Director, J-K Trade Promotion Organization, holding additional charge of Managing Director, J-K IT Infrastructure Company and Managing Director, JKI Limited, was now posted as Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar.
Basharat Qayoom, Managing Director, Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited, was now posted as Deputy Commissioner, Anantnag, while Syeed Fakhrudin Hamid, Managing Director, Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation, was transferred and posted as Deputy Commissioner, Budgam.
Khalid Jahangir, Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara, was posted as Managing Director, Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization, while Shahbaz Ahmad Mirza, Deputy Commissioner, Budgam, was transferred and posted as Special Secretary to the Government, Revenue Department.
Vikas Sharma, Deputy Commissioner, Doda, was now posted as Director, Horticulture, Planning and Marketing, J-K, while Ashok Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, was transferred and posted as Director, Estates, Jammu, relieving Subash Chander Chhibber, Director, Youth Services and Sports, J-K of the additional charge of the post, the order read. Vishesh Paul Mahajan, Director, Horticulture, Planning and Marketing, J-K, was transferred and posted as Deputy Commissioner, Doda.
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- Subash Chander Chhibber
- Alok Kumar
- Jammu
- Anantnag
- Estates Department
- Shahbaz
- Doda
- Fakhrudin Hamid
- Vijay Kumar Bidhuri
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Combined with donations from FirstEnergy Corp., initiative has collectively gifted $7 million to organizations since 2020
AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The FirstEnergy Foundation awarded more than $3.43 million to nearly 100 organizations across its six-state service territory for the final round of "Investing with Purpose," an initiative focused on supporting nonprofit organizations that advance health and safety, workforce development, educational and social justice initiatives. In addition, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) provided $220,000 to five organizations as part of the initiative. The grants build on $3.3 million in charitable contributions the Foundation awarded in December 2020 as part of the initial round of giving, which has collectively gifted $7 million to nearly 200 nonprofit organizations making a difference in the communities served by FirstEnergy's 10 electric companies.
"Investing with Purpose" was developed in response to the COVID pandemic, which created health, financial and educational hardships for customers across FirstEnergy's footprint, and in response to the events of 2020 that highlighted racial and social injustices impacting our nation. With those issues in mind, the Foundation identified philanthropic opportunities through nonprofit organizations across its service territory that are responding to needs of vulnerable populations. The "Investing with Purpose" initiative represents an additional commitment on top of the company's annual charitable giving, which averages approximately $10 million per year.
"Many of our communities are still facing a significant hardship due to the pandemic. Nonprofit organizations on the frontline of our current health and economic crisis have realigned to support current needs in the community, including housing, workforce development and training, and the continued support of our healthcare workers," said Lorna Wisham, vice president of Corporate Affairs & Community Involvement and president of the FirstEnergy Foundation. "We've witnessed the positive impact these grants made for deserving organizations in 2020, and we look forward to seeing how the second round of contributions will help strengthen the communities we serve."
"Investing with a Purpose" grants were presented to organizations that support initiatives in four key areas:
- Health & Safety – Approximately $1 million was presented to organizations that provide food and shelter, disaster relief, protective equipment, financial assistance, health screenings and other important services to underserved populations and to those active in the fight against COVID. Recipients include hospitals, youth organizations, shelters and other organizations across FirstEnergy's footprint.
- Workforce Development – To assist those impacted by job loss and to continue to foster a viable workforce in the community, approximately $993,000 was presented to organizations working to enhance job training, mentorship and opportunities for non-traditional workers. Grant recipients include organizations such as technical schools and programs, disability services, economic development agencies and job resource programs.
- Education – The Foundation granted nearly $682,000 to organizations supporting learning initiatives, including resources for parents and teachers, and to those who are working to combat the challenge of the digital divide. Recipients include schools, libraries and community education programs, among others.
- Social Justice – Approximately $448,200 was granted to social justice organizations that help advance multicultural awareness, equality and inclusion. Grants were provided to both national and local nonprofits actively assisting minority business development, LGBTQ cultural programming and other important causes, including a donation to The Tri-State Diversity Council to conduct unconscious bias training and assist formerly incarcerated individuals with training to return to the workplace in Ohio, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
For a full list of "Investing with Purpose" grant recipients, visit the FirstEnergy Foundation on the company's website.
The FirstEnergy Foundation is funded solely by FirstEnergy Corp. and provides support to non-profit, tax-exempt health and human services agencies; educational organizations; cultural and arts programs and institutions; and civic groups in areas served by FirstEnergy's 10 electric operating companies and in areas where the company conducts business.
FirstEnergy is dedicated to safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its ten electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company's transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy online at www.firstenergycorp.com. Follow FirstEnergy and its utilities on Twitter @FirstEnergyCorp, @ToledoEdison, @IlluminatingCo, @OhioEdison, @MonPowerWV, @JCP_L, @Penn_Power, @Penelec, @Met_Ed, @PotomacEdison, @W_Penn_Power.
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Finland's leader slams leaked video of her dancing at private parties
Finland's Prime Minister Sanna Marin on Thursday said she was upset that videos of her dancing at private parties were published online as they were meant to be seen only by friends. Marin, who became the world's youngest serving government leader in December 2019, said she knew she was being filmed but never thought the videos would become publicly available.
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Finland's Prime Minister Sanna Marin on Thursday said she was upset that videos of her dancing at private parties were published online as they were meant to be seen only by friends. Marin, 36, spoke after a two-minute video of her singing and dancing with well-known local influencers and artists spread on social media and in Finnish media on Wednesday.
The clips were originally posted to a private Instagram account. Marin, who became the world's youngest serving government leader in December 2019, said she knew she was being filmed but never thought the videos would become publicly available. "These videos are private and filmed in a private space. I resent that these became known to the public," Marin told reporters. She said she did not know who leaked them.
Many Finns have voiced support for the young leader for combining a private life with her high-profile career. But newspaper Helsingin Sanomat said the episode raised questions about her judgement. "Marin may have acted in good faith, but this gullible she should not be," the paper wrote in an editorial.
"The prime minister can, in a sensitive situation, put the weapons of information warfare in the hands of those who would like to hurt Finland," the newspaper said. Marin said the video was a compilation of clips from two separate occasions a few weeks ago. She said people at the events consumed alcohol but no one took drugs to her knowledge.
"We just partied, also in a boisterous way. I danced and sang," Marin said, denying a claim that the videos had been a publicity stunt less than a year until the next general election. Marin in January told Reuters she and her fellow young female ministers have been targeted with extensive hate speech for their gender and appearance while in office.
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Attorneys earn Best Lawyers in America, Ones to Watch honors
HOUSTON, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Four attorneys from the Houston-based litigation boutique Bissinger, Oshman, Williams & Strasburger LLP, have earned recognition among the nation's top lawyers.
Name partners David Bissinger, Jason Williams, and John Strasburger were selected to the 2023 Best Lawyers in America legal guide, with associate Erin Bullard recognized on the companion Ones to Watch listing.
Messrs. Bissinger, Williams, and Strasburger, along with Ms. Bullard, were all honored for their commercial litigation practices. Mr. Strasburger earned additional recognition in the areas of bankruptcy litigation and mass tort defense.
Mr. Bissinger represents clients in litigation related to energy and technology matters, securities, trade secrets and employment covenants, executive compensation, corporate fiduciary, banking, and real estate. He also serves as an arbitrator in commercial disputes. His work has also been recognized by Texas Super Lawyers and America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators.
Mr. Williams' practice focuses on energy, corporate fiduciary, securities, and construction litigation, and he also has experience in mergers and acquisitions litigation. He has also earned Texas Super Lawyers recognition. A former chairman of the Houston Bar Association's Securities Litigation and Arbitration Section and co-chair of the LegalLine Committee, he also serves on the board of Houston Achievement Place.
Mr. Strasburger has unique experience in complex commercial disputes involving private equity, trade secrets and employment covenants, and trading and supply-contract matters. His practice also includes corporate-governance matters. He has handled banking, real estate, and construction litigation, successfully defending numerous catastrophic tort cases and litigated related insurance-coverage disputes arising from these cases.
Ms. Bullard represents corporate clients and individuals in a wide range of complex civil litigation, including claims of covenants not to compete, trade secrets, financial fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, fraudulent transfer, and negligence. Her work has also been recognized by Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars.
The oldest peer-review attorney guide in the country, Best Lawyers® also is among the most respected. Selection is made by the Best Lawyers research team, with decisions based in part upon feedback from lawyers within the same geographical region with a shared practice focus. Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognition is reserved for attorneys who have been in private practice for five to nine years.
About Bissinger, Oshman, Williams & Strasburger
Bissinger, Oshman, Williams & Strasburger LLP is a Houston-based business trial and transaction firm focused on providing impactful, cost-effective solutions to complex disputes and transactions requiring careful attention, extensive experience, and a high level of sophistication. For more information, visit https://www.bowslaw.com.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- G.H. Smart & Company, LLC, a preeminent Leadership Advisory firm, earned certification by Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture. This was the first year ghSMART participated in the qualifying Trust Index© Employee Survey, earning Certified™ recognition on their first attempt.
Ninety-six percent of ghSMART employees think that ghSMART is a great place to work compared to 57% of typical US-based companies.
Founder and Chairman, Dr. Geoff H. Smart shared his enthusiasm, "Twenty-seven years ago, I set-out to build a special kind of firm where wildly-talented and good-hearted people could do meaningful work by solving some of the highest-stake leadership challenges in the world while still having a balanced life outside of work. I think our colleagues' feedback celebrates our success in building a firm with a rewarding and flexible culture."
Ninety-nine percent of ghSMART employees surveyed agreed, 'When I look at what we accomplish, I feel a sense of pride.' The same 99% agree, 'People care about each other here.' And over 90% feel 'encouraged to balance their work and personal lives.'
President Jeff McLean reacted, "I am especially proud to be recognized as a great place to work as the certification is based entirely on team member feedback. It reflects our colleagues' real experiences working at ghSMART. I work with incredibly talented colleagues who have a deep commitment to each other and to our clients. And it is a privilege to work with those clients, some of the world's most influential leaders and investors, helping them use talent to drive their organizations' strategies."
About ghSMART
A preeminent Leadership Advisory firm, ghSMART was founded on the idea that leadership is the ultimate lever for change. Today, ghSMART is the trusted advisor to F500 and non-profit CEOs, boards and large private equity investors. ghSMART consultants are each charged with helping their 'top of the house' clients achieve their business goals and personal aspirations, build the most effective teams and align purposeful organizations. With more than fifty consultants, the team's unique mix of former strategy consultants from the top strategy firms and Psychology PhD professionals present a collective capability to connect business objectives to human behavior. Their rigorous assessments serve as the basis for all their work that ranges from leadership selection and development, portfolio performance to board effectiveness and CEO succession.
Consultants choose ghSMART for the impact of their work, connection with their influential clients and outstanding colleagues. They stay for the freedom and flexibility. Connect with ghSMART on LinkedIn.
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Great Place to Work® Certification™ is the most definitive "employer-of-choice" recognition that companies aspire to achieve. It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience – specifically, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace. Great Place to Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000 companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place to Work-Certified.
About Great Place to Work®
Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, they have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Their employee survey platform empowers leaders with the feedback, real-time reporting and insights they need to make data-driven people decisions. Everything they do is driven by the mission to build a better world by helping every organization become a great place to work For All™.
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Seven out of 10 Germans using less energy due to soaring prices -survey
Seven out of 10 Germans are using less energy due to decades-high inflation in Europe's largest economy while half are spending less on leisure activities, according to a new survey. Lower-income households are changing their habits most, according to the survey, with two-thirds reducing their daily shopping and spending on leisure activities and holidays compared with half of households with an average income.
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Seven out of 10 Germans are using less energy due to decades-high inflation in Europe's largest economy while half are spending less on leisure activities, according to a new survey. The share of those using less energy is up from 63% in April this year, according to Infratest dimap's survey of 1,273 citizens for broadcaster ARD.
Annual inflation accelerated to 8.5% in July from 7.8% in April, driven by a 35% rise in energy costs. Lower-income households are changing their habits most, according to the survey, with two-thirds reducing their daily shopping and spending on leisure activities and holidays compared with half of households with an average income.
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WINTER GARDEN, Fla., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Store Space Self Storage is proud to announce the hiring of Stephen Harris as President of Construction at Store Space. Harris, an award-winning commercial construction executive and developer with more than 25 years of experience, has actively built and developed more than 14 million sq. ft. of retail, hospitality, office, residential, and mixed-use projects during his career.
"It's great to welcome Stephen into the Store Space family," said Rob Consalvo, COO, and President of Store Space. "Having someone with his extensive background and past history of success to head our construction division will prove invaluable as we continue to scale our development pipeline."
Harris, who joined Store Space in May, cited the company's growth trajectory and plans for increased ground-up development as one of the driving factors in his decision. In addition to Harris, the Store Space Construction Division has also added Shimon Kanter, Vice President of Development, J. Scott Masterson, Vice President of Construction, and Scott Claflin, Senior Director of Cap-Ex.
"This is a very dynamic company, with opportunities for growth and expansion on the immediate horizon," Harris said. "I'm really excited to be here."
Prior to joining Store Space, Harris was Vice President of Development at Washington Prime Group Inc. in Columbus, OH, where he directed multiple top-tier redevelopment projects valued at up to $1.2 billion while working closely with executive leadership to create strong returns on investment.
He was the executive developer of the $550 million expansion project of the Ala Moana Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, which boosted the value of the property to approximately $6 billion, making it the most valuable shopping center in America in 2019.
Harris' awards include the 2018 Best Retail Architecture in USA, International Property Award, Ala Moana Center (Associated with General Growth Properties/Brookfield), as well as multiple awards from the NAIOP (National Association of Industrial and Office Properties) and ICSC (Innovating Commerce Serving Communities).
Throughout his career, Harris has consistently been a top producer and leader in construction and development. He is an avid reader, a licensed architect, and graduated cum laude from San Diego State University.
Store Space is a self-storage operator and third-party management company. Located in Winter Garden, FL, the Company currently owns, has under purchase agreement, and operates more than 100 properties in 20 states. The Company fuels growth and value with its experience-driven operations, state-of-the-art proprietary platforms, and strategic digital marketing programs. If you have an acquisition opportunity or would like to discuss third-party management, contact us at inquiries@storespace.com, or visit us at www.storespace.com.
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Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
* Guterres urged Russia and Ukraine to show a "spirit of compromise" to ensure the continued success of a U.N.-brokered deal that enabled Kyiv to resume grain exports from its Black Sea ports. * Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan also joined the talks in Lviv with Zelenskiy and Guterres and said they had discussed possible ways of ending the war.
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Thursday he was gravely concerned by the situation at Europe's largest nuclear power station after it came under shelling at the front lines in Ukraine. FIGHTING
* Russia's foreign ministry rejected a proposal by Guterres to demilitarise the area around the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine, saying it would make the facility "more vulnerable". * The inhabitants of two villages in southern Russia near the Ukrainian border were evacuated after a nearby ammunition storage depot caught fire but nobody was hurt, an official said.
* Three civilians were killed and 17 wounded in a pre-dawn rocket attack on the northeastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, the local emergency service said. Russia denies deliberately targeting civilians. * Reuters could not confirm battlefield reports independently.
DIPLOMACY * Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said after talks in the western city of Lviv with Guterres that he had agreed the parameters of a possible mission of the International Atomic Energy Agency to the Zaporizhzhia nulcear plant.
* Russia and Ukraine accused each other of planning a "provocation" at the Zaporizhzhia plant. * Guterres urged Russia and Ukraine to show a "spirit of compromise" to ensure the continued success of a U.N.-brokered deal that enabled Kyiv to resume grain exports from its Black Sea ports.
* Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan also joined the talks in Lviv with Zelenskiy and Guterres and said they had discussed possible ways of ending the war. * Russia's foreign ministry said Moscow would only use its nuclear arsenal in "emergency circumstances" and that it has no interest in a direct confrontation with NATO and the United States.
* Russia's defence ministry said three MiG-31E warplanes equipped with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles had been relocated to its Kaliningrad region bordering NATO members Poland and Lithuania, Interfax reported. ECONOMY
* One more ship carrying grain has left Ukraine's Chornomorsk port, Turkey's defence ministry said, bringing the total number of vessels to leave Ukraine's Black Sea ports under the U.N.-brokered grain export deal to 25. QUOTES
"This deliberate terror on the part of the aggressor can have global catastrophic consequences for the whole world," Zelenskiy wrote on the Telegram messaging app, referring to the situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. * "Personally, I maintain my belief that the war will ultimately end at the negotiating table. Mr Zelenskiy and Mr Guterres have the same opinion in this regard," Erdogan said after the three men held talks in Lviv.
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Pair of Engagements to Premiere September 18th (Paris) and October 30th (Venice) in Select IMAX Theaters Globally
Fleming to Participate in an Exclusive One-Night-Only Live Conversation Hosted by Kelsey Grammer Across IMAX LIVE Connected Network
Tickets for RENÉE FLEMING'S CITIES THAT SING - PARIS Available for Purchase August 30th
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) and Stage Access today announced a pair of film experiences featuring Grammy®-award winning soprano Renée Fleming, as she performs iconic favorites and tours some of the greatest musical cities of the world. Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Paris and Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Venice will premiere in select IMAX® theaters globally on September 18th and October 30th, respectively.
Both films are Stage Access productions, Filmed for IMAX using IMAX-certified cameras and feature exclusive performances showcasing these great cities as never before seen through the eyes of one of the world's greatest opera stars. Stroll along with Fleming and her contemporaries as they explore unique art, history, cuisine, and music.
On September 18th, one time only, Renée Fleming will participate in a live conversation, which will be simultaneously broadcast across the IMAX LIVE connected network to participating theaters globally. Audiences from around the world will have the opportunity to ask questions of Fleming live. Actor and producer Kelsey Grammer will moderate the discussion with Fleming at 3PM ET from New York's AMC Lincoln Square IMAX® theater. Additional showtimes for Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Paris will occur on September 21.
Tickets for all Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Paris showtimes will be available for purchase beginning August 30th at tickets.imax.com. Tickets for the Venice engagement will go on sale at a later date. The trailer can be found here.
Additional details for Venice along with additional Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing destinations to be announced in the coming months.
"My life has taken me to some of the most magical cities around the globe, with legendary opera houses and centuries of musical history," said Renée Fleming. "It's thrilling to bring these places — and their glorious music — to audiences with the immersive power and scale of IMAX."
Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Paris will feature a performance from Fleming at the historic Théâtre du Châtelet. Fleming is joined on stage by special guest star, the world-renowned tenor Piotr Beczala and featured performers Axelle Fanyo and Alexandre Duhamel as they perform well-known opera selections with connections to Paris. As they tour famous locations in Paris, Fleming takes audiences through the beloved city to locations that influence arts and culture and most importantly those with a personal connection to her. She is joined by leading Couturier Alexis Mabille and acclaimed Director Robert Carsen in this love-letter to the culture of Paris and the music born from it. Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Paris is directed by François-René Martin and produced by Tripp Hornick and Elmar Kruse. Executive Producers are Jason Richmond, John Turner and Bruce H. Lipnick.
In Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Venice, Fleming welcomes star Italian tenor Francesco Meli, with baritone Mattia Olivieri and mezzo Paola Gardina on the world-famous stage of Venice's Teatro La Fenice. Home to many well-known opera premieres, La Fenice - or The Phoenix - is the backdrop for some of opera's most famous and enduring works. Set amongst the romantic canals, Fleming explores the city's incomparable landscape and visits some of her favorite Venetian destinations, both by land and by sea. Along her journey she is joined by La Fenice's Artistic Director, Fortunato Ortombina, and the orchestra's Conductor, Riccardo Frizza. François-René Martin returns as Director as well as Producers Tripp Hornick and Elmar Kruse. Executive Producers are Jason Richmond, John Turner and Bruce H. Lipnick.
"We are honored to have been able to create this remarkable series reinventing how classical music can be enjoyed and connected to culture in the most immersive of experiences with the incomparable Renée Fleming," said Bruce H. Lipnick, Founder and CEO of Stage Access, which produced both unique film experiences. "Fleming's ability to connect with audiences as both a performer and host is unmatched along with the intimacy and scale of IMAX."
"It is an honor to collaborate with Renée Fleming on this groundbreaking series that will bring the grandeur of her music and these unforgettable cities to life in IMAX for the first time," said Megan Colligan, President of IMAX Entertainment. "We can't wait to take Ms. Fleming's fans on an immersive musical journey across some of the world's most richly historied cities through the unrivaled sight and sound of IMAX."
American soprano Renée Fleming is one of the most beloved and celebrated singers of our time. Winner of four Grammy® awards and the US National Medal of Arts, Renée has sung for momentous occasions from the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony to the Diamond Jubilee Concert for Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. She is the only classical artist ever to have performed the US National Anthem at the Super Bowl.
IMAX LIVE is bringing a differentiated offering to the market by connecting IMAX® theatres via a high-speed network capable of simultaneously broadcasting events and experiences of all kinds worldwide. Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Paris and Renée Fleming's Cities That Sing - Venice are the latest in IMAX LIVE's music series, following a presentation of Halsey's musical film If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power; and two sold-out concert experiences in support of Kanye West's latest studio albums Donda and Donda 2. IMAX LIVE has also hosted a number of exclusive film screenings featuring conversations with participating filmmakers and talent, including Peter Jackson (The Beatles: Get Back - The Rooftop Concert); Jordan Peele (Nope); Frances McDormand and Joel Coen (The Tragedy of Macbeth); and Colin Trevorrow, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jeff Goldblum, and DeWanda Wise (Jurassic World Dominion). This year, IMAX LIVE expanded into the gaming landscape, with Summer Game Fest Live! and the upcoming The Game Awards airing live in IMAX® theatres for the first time in December.
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IMAX is a premier global technology platform for entertainment and events. Through its proprietary software, theater architecture, patented intellectual property, and specialized equipment, IMAX offers a unique end-to-end solution to create superior, immersive content experiences for which the IMAX® brand is globally renown. Top filmmakers, movie studios, artists, and creators utilize the cutting-edge visual and sound technology of IMAX to connect with audiences in innovative ways. As a result, IMAX is among the most important and successful global distribution platforms for domestic and international tentpole films and, increasingly, exclusive experiences ranging from live performances to interactive events with leading artists and creators.
IMAX is headquartered in New York, Toronto, and Los Angeles, with additional offices in London, Dublin, Tokyo, and Shanghai. As of June 30, 2022, there were 1,694 IMAX theater systems (1,610 commercial multiplexes, 12 commercial destinations, 72 institutional) operating in 87 countries and territories. Shares of IMAX China Holding, Inc., a subsidiary of IMAX Corporation, trade on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the stock code "1970."
IMAX®, IMAX® Dome, IMAX® 3D, IMAX® 3D Dome, Experience It In IMAX®, The IMAX Experience®, An IMAX Experience®, An IMAX 3D Experience®, IMAX DMR®, DMR®, Filmed For IMAX™, IMAX LIVE™, IMAX Enhanced™, IMAX nXos® and Films to the Fullest®, are trademarks and trade names of the Company or its subsidiaries that are registered or otherwise protected under laws of various jurisdictions. More information about the Company can be found at www.imax.com. You may also connect with IMAX on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/imax), Facebook (www.facebook.com/imax), Twitter (www.twitter.com/imax) and YouTube (www.youtube.com/imaxmovies).
About Renée Fleming
Renée Fleming is one of the most acclaimed singers of our time, performing on the stages of the world's greatest opera houses and concert halls. Honored with four Grammy® awards and the US National Medal of Arts, Renée has sung for momentous occasions from the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony to the Diamond Jubilee Concert for Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. A ground-breaking distinction came in 2008 when Renée became the first woman in the 125-year history of the Metropolitan Opera to solo headline an opening night gala. In 2014, she brought her voice to a vast new audience as the only classical artist ever to sing The Star-Spangled Banner at the Super Bowl. Known for bringing new audiences to classical music and opera, Renée has starred in and hosted an array of television and radio broadcasts. She has sung with great artists ranging from Andrea Bocelli and Luciano Pavarotti to Elton John, Sting, Paul Simon, Josh Groban, and Joan Baez. Renée's voice is featured on the soundtracks of Best Picture Oscar winners The Shape of Water and The Lord of the Rings. In November, she will star in the world premiere staging of The Hours, a new opera based on the award-winning novel and film, at the Metropolitan Opera.
About Stage Access
Stage Access is defining the performing arts in the digital era as the only company in North America that produces, distributes, and licenses classical arts programming across multiple platforms, including a theatrical relationship with IMAX. With a mission of Bringing the Stage to You®, the company's own fast-growing STAGE ACCESS on-demand streaming service is available online and for iOS, Android, AppleTV, Amazon Fire and Roku, and is a leading producer of acclaimed original programs, including Yo-Yo Ma, Six Solo Bach Cello Suites from the Odeon, Athens; and The 3 Tenors: From Caracalla to the World, The 30th Anniversary Documentary. Across all Stage Access platforms, Emmy® Award-winning performer Kelsey Grammer serves as host for new major programming, including such exclusive collections as the Rossini Opera Festival. Stage Access was founded by CEO Bruce H. Lipnick, and Tripp Hornick serves as the company's COO. For more details, visit www.StageAccess.com.
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Famed Iran art museum closes to deal with insect infestation
Tehrans contemporary art museum has issued an apology and temporarily closed to handle a pest infestation, raising concerns after footage of insects scuttling across world-famous work spread widely on social media.Insects, which may attack and eat away at paintings, pose a serious threat to the American and European minimalist masterpieces now for the first time on display at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art since the 1979 Islamic Revolution ousted Irans Western-backed monarchy.A video went viral earlier this week showing two paper-eating silverfish squirming under the glass of a 1978 industrial photograph by influential German photographers Bernd and Hilla Becher.
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Tehran's contemporary art museum has issued an apology and temporarily closed to handle a pest infestation, raising concerns after footage of insects scuttling across world-famous work spread widely on social media.
Insects, which may attack and eat away at paintings, pose a serious threat to the American and European minimalist masterpieces now for the first time on display at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art since the 1979 Islamic Revolution ousted Iran's Western-backed monarchy.
A video went viral earlier this week showing two paper-eating silverfish squirming under the glass of a 1978 industrial photograph by influential German photographers Bernd and Hilla Becher. The sighting of the wingless pearl gray bugs provoked shock and disgust on social media. The museum apologized to the public on Wednesday, insisting that the “proper maintenance” of its prized works “is of the utmost concern to all of us.” As soon as the infestation became apparent, it said, experts rushed to the museum and carefully cleaned the exhibited artworks.
Insects have not damaged the Becher photograph or any other pieces, the museum said, adding that it would close for two days so pest control technicians could tackle the problem.
Ebadreza Eslami Koulaei, the museum's manager, told Iran's semiofficial ISNA news agency that experts were closely monitoring the works, because “when you see one insect, you should predict maybe there are more.” “When works are taken out from their boxes to be brought to galleries, there is a possibility such incidents happen,” he said. Many of the renowned contemporary Western works on display had been hidden in the museum vault for decades. Iran's Shiite clerics who came to power in 1979 packed away the art to avoid offending Islamic values and catering to Western sensibilities.
Iran's Western-backed shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, and his wife, the former Empress Farah Pahlavi, had built the museum and acquired the multibillion-dollar collection during the oil boom of the late 1970s.
The sensational art — cubist, surrealist, impressionist, even pop art — has gradually resurfaced in recent years as cultural restrictions eased in the Islamic Republic.
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With Triple Digit Revenue Growth, Incline P&C Group Ranks Among America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Incline P&C Group, the premier insurance program market services firm, today announces they ranked on the Inc. 5000 annual list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment – its independent businesses.
"We could not have grown so tremendously without our amazing team here at Incline," said Chris McClellan, President, and CEO, Incline P&C Group. "We fostered an innovative and effective environment to help our partners navigate their program insurance needs, with an amazing team of experts in the tech, legal and insurance fields."
This growth comes on the heels of many exciting partnerships over the past year, including a partnership with MGA Sensa, Truist Insurance Services, Strategic Insurance Underwriters, and others. Incline P&C Group also ranked on this year's Inc. 5000 Regionals Southwest list, ranking no. 61 on the list of the fastest-growing private companies based in Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
Bringing over 75 years of combined industry experience, Incline P&C Group is the premier insurance program market services firm. Privately owned and operated with an exclusive focus on the program insurance market, the executive team's experience and expertise combined with effective underwriting discipline and risk management provides each client with various platforms and associated services to meet almost any need in the industry. Partnering with a team that has a wealth of experience and the financial strength is critical when choosing the right program carrier. Incline brings those qualifications and more. Key services include active program management, disciplined underwriting process, risk management, reinsurance expertise, and economic alignment. Founded in 2015, Incline has a team of over 40 employees; headquartered in Austin, TX with offices in Dallas, TX, Fort Worth, TX, and Stamford, CT. To learn more about Incline P&C Group, visit: https://inclinepc.com/.
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Algeria's wildfires death toll rises to 37 - Ennahar TV
The death toll from wildfires in Algeria has risen to 37, the local Ennahar TV reported on Thursday, citing the Algerian Civil Protection Directorate.
The number of injured also increased to 183 people, the report added. The wildfires are burning in mountainous areas and the victims were from the provinces of Al Taref, and Setif, in the eastern part of the arid and semi-arid country, Africa's largest.
Most of the wildfires have been put out while some are under control, but firefighters and helicopters are still monitoring the provinces, according to officials. A year ago, at least 65 were killed by wildfires in the Kabylie region.
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Evergreen Climate Innovations, Nicor Gas partner to support entrepreneurs who are making a positive environmental impact in Illinois
NAPERVILLE, Ill., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kazadi Enterprises is the recipient of the 2022 Nicor Gas Multicultural Innovator Award. This is the second annual award presented by Nicor Gas and Evergreen Climate Innovations, formerly Clean Energy Trust, to support clean energy technology startups with a minority founder or CEO.
Nicor Gas, Evergreen Climate Innovations partner to support entreprenuers who are making a positive environmental impact
"Kazadi Enterprises is at the intersection of innovation and diversity, and we are proud to work with Evergreen Climate Innovations to support this Illinois startup," said Wendell Dallas, president and CEO of Nicor Gas. "This is another way we are fueling innovation and investing in our communities and businesses while reducing our environmental footprint and helping our customers do the same."
Kazadi is the second recipient of the Nicor Gas Multicultural Innovator Award and will receive a $25,000 equity and inclusion grant to support further development of its patented technology that converts ambient heat to energy. In addition to the grant, Kazadi leadership will receive 12 months of business mentorship and heightened exposure to investors and customers.
"Evergreen Climate Innovations is proud to continue its work with Nicor Gas and Illinois entrepreneurs to bring environmental innovations to a scalable reality," said Erik Birkerts, CEO of Evergreen Climate Innovations. "Kazadi Enteprises is tackling a sector whose negative environmental impacts often go unrecognized by offering a decarbonized alternative to traditional refrigeration and cooling systems."
It is estimated that commercial refrigeration systems produce the same amount of CO2 emissions as 100 million cars and leak, on average, 25% of their hazardous refrigerants into the atmosphere every year. Kazadi's patented technology leverages thermal energy in air, converting environmental heat into work and plugging into the natural hydrologic cycle, reducing the cost and carbon footprint of refrigeration.
"We are excited to work with Nicor Gas and Evergreen Energy Innovations as we continue to refine our technology that harnesses a free and nearly universal energy sources – environmental thermal energy," said Sanza Kazadi, CEO and founder of Kazadi Enterprises. "By harnessing the energy in the air and replacing conventional refrigerants with just plain water, we can help customers reduce their refrigeration energy usage by 80% while also reducing negative environmental attributes often associated with traditional refrigerants."
To learn more about Kazadi Enterprises, visit www.kazadienterprises.com.
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Nicor Gas is one of four natural gas distribution companies of Southern Company Gas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO). Nicor Gas serves more than 2.2 million customers in a service territory that encompasses most of the northern third of Illinois, excluding the city of Chicago. For more information, visit nicorgas.com.
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Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.3 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states with approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.
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Evergreen Climate Innovations, formerly Clean Energy Trust, provides catalytic capital and support to entrepreneurs and startups that bring impactful climate technologies to market. The nonprofit pioneered its 501vc® Investment Fund to align philanthropic and corporate contributions to deliver environmental, economic, and social impact. Evergreen advances and expands access to innovation across the Greater Midwest and cultivates an ecosystem of investors, donors, and collaborators. For over a decade, Evergreen Climate Innovations has invested in startups that have raised $41 for every $1 invested. Learn more at evergreeninno.org.
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U.S. judge says he leans toward releasing some evidence for Trump search
Reinhart's order seemed to mark a victory for news outlets, who appeared in federal court in West Palm Beach on Thursday to persuade the judge that the public interest in the affidavit outweighs the benefits of keeping it sealed. The Justice Department opposes the release of the evidence.
A U.S. judge on Thursday said he is leaning toward releasing some of the evidence presented by the U.S. Justice Department to justify its search of Donald Trump's Florida home last week, in a case pitting news organizations against federal prosecutors. Despite objections by the Justice Department, U.S. Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart said he believes "there are portions of the affidavit that could be unsealed," referring to the sworn statement laying out the evidence for why there was probable cause to search Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
He ordered the Justice Department to file a redacted version of the affidavit under seal by noon next Thursday, but said the Justice Department will be given the opportunity to appeal if prosecutors don't agree with his proposed version. Reinhart's order seemed to mark a victory for news outlets, who appeared in federal court in West Palm Beach on Thursday to persuade the judge that the public interest in the affidavit outweighs the benefits of keeping it sealed.
The Justice Department opposes the release of the evidence. Jay Bratt, the head of the department's counterintelligence and export control section, told the judge on Thursday that releasing the affidavit is not in the public interest because it could harm the ongoing probe.
"There is another public interest at stake and that is the public interest that criminal investigations are able to go forward unimpeded," he said. The search was part of a federal investigation into whether Trump illegally removed documents when he left office in January 2021 after losing the presidential election to Democrat Joe Biden.
The Justice Department is investigating violations of three laws, including a provision in the Espionage Act that prohibits the possession of national defense information and another statute that makes it a crime to knowingly destroy, conceal or falsify records with the intent to obstruct an investigation. Attorneys for several media outlets including The New York Times, the publisher of the Wall Street Journal, ABC News and NBC News told Reinhart on Thursday that the public's right to know and the historic significance of the search outweigh any arguments to keep the records sealed.
"The public could not have a more compelling interest in ensuring maximum transparency over this event," said Charles Tobin, one of the attorneys arguing for the media companies. Trump in statements on social media has called on the court to unseal the unredacted version of the affidavit "in the interest of transparency."
But none of his attorneys have filed any motions asking the West Palm Beach federal court to do so. His attorney Christina Bobb, however, was present in the courtroom on Thursday to observe the proceedings. The former president says the search was politically motivated. He has also said, without providing evidence, that he had a standing order to declassify the documents in question.
However, none of the three laws cited by the Justice Department in the search warrant require a showing that the documents were in fact classified. Threats directed at FBI agents have increased since the raid.
In Ohio last week, police shot an armed man dead after he tried to breach an FBI building. A second man in Pennsylvania, meanwhile, has since been charged with making threats against FBI agents. Bratt said on Thursday that the two agents whose names appeared on a leaked copy of the unredacted warrant have also since received threats.
In addition, he said, the department "is very concerned about the safety of the witnesses in the case." Trump's rhetoric against the FBI have caught on with Republican voters, 54% of whom say federal law enforcement officials behaved irresponsibly in the case, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found this week.
The Mar-a-Lago search marked a significant escalation in one of the many federal and state investigations Trump is facing from his time in office and in private business. The Republican former president has suggested he might run for the White House again in 2024, but has not made any commitment. Last week, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland took the highly unusual step of publicly moving to unseal the search warrant, two attachments and a redacted version of the receipt showing the items the FBI seized during its search on Aug. 8.
The records showed that the FBI seized boxes containing 11 sets of classified materials, some of which were labeled "top secret" - the highest level of classification reserved for the most closely held U.S. national security information. Such documents usually are typically kept in special government facilities because disclosure could cause grave damage to national security.
Earlier this week, the Justice Department said it is open to releasing some additional redacted materials from the warrant, such as cover sheets, the government's motion to seal and the court's sealing order. The media outlets in the case have also asked for those records to be unsealed as well.
At the start of Thursday's proceedings, Reinhart said he would unseal those other portions of the documents with some redactions.
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CLEVELAND, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NACCO Industries® (NYSE: NC) announced today that the Board of Directors declared a regular cash dividend of 20.75 cents per share. The dividend is payable on both the Class A and Class B Common Stock, and will be paid September 15, 2022 to stockholders of record at the close of business on August 31, 2022.
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Criminal held after exchange of fire: Mathura police Rohit Vajpeyi- Mathura, '
Police here arrested a criminal carrying a reward of Rs 40,000 following a brief exchange of fire, officials said on Thursday. The exchange of fire took place near the Radha Rani temple.SP Rural Shrish Chandra said efforts are on to nab Pillus associate. Officials said Pillu was injured in the incident and has been admitted to a hospital.
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Police here arrested a criminal carrying a reward of Rs 40,000 following a brief exchange of fire, officials said on Thursday. However, the associate of Chand, alias Pillu, managed to escape. The exchange of fire took place near the Radha Rani temple.
SP (Rural) Shrish Chandra said efforts are on to nab Pillu's associate. Officials said Pillu was injured in the incident and has been admitted to a hospital.
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Union Pacific Railroad and Twin Cities Public Television Partner on Multilingual Rail Safety Campaign
OMAHA, Neb., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Union Pacific Railroad and Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) are teaming up to make rail safety a universal language, launching new English- and Spanish-language safety multi-media materials aimed at families and educators as the "Back to School" season kicks off nationwide.
"With more than 140,000 miles of track and 212,000 rail crossings in the U.S., chances are you and your child will come across at least one on the way to and from school, whether it's on foot or by car," said Union Pacific Assistant Vice President and Chief Safety Officer Connie Roseberry. "Now, is the perfect time to talk about staying safe around the tracks, just as you would remind a child to look both ways when crossing the street. We're proud of our work with TPT to provide families a fun, engaging way to talk about rail safety, and give educators free, downloadable tools for their classroom."
According to data from Safe Kids Worldwide, more than 40% of rail-related injury incidents occur between 3-9 p.m. Sharing three simple rail safety tips with loved ones can help keep students safe around the tracks:
- Limit Technology Use: Phones, watches and games can become a dangerous distraction. Put devices and ear buds away until you safely cross the tracks.
- Wait for Trains to Pass: Never try to race a train, always wait for it to pass. Wait until all warning devices are clear before crossing.
- Always Obey Signs: Only cross railroad tracks at designated crossing areas. Do not walk on or near the tracks, and do not go around warning devices.
New videos and social media infographics that drive home these safety tips are being featured over the next two months on PBS and Univision/Televisa stations in Chicago, Illinois; San Antonio and Houston, Texas; Portland, Oregon; Los Angeles, California; and Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.
This is the third year Union Pacific and TPT have worked together to deliver multilingual safety messages through the Community Ties Giving Program, but the first time the message has been expanded nationwide, through a regional partnership grant.
Visit www.UP.com/safety or www.UP.com/seguridad to download English- and Spanish-language learning guides, or dance to the Train Safety Cha Cha jingle.
Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at www.up.com.
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Israel to provide information to U.S. on basis for NGO closures -State Dept
The United Nations condemned the closures and said there was no credible evidence to support the Israeli accusations. "Despite offers to do so, Israeli authorities have not presented to the United Nations any credible evidence to justify these declarations," the UN Human Rights Office said in a statement.
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Israel has said it will provide additional information to the United States on the basis for the closure of Palestinian nongovernmental organizations on Thursday, U.S. State Department spokesperson Ned Price said while expressing concern over the closures of civil society groups. Washington contacted Israeli officials, including at high levels, for more information, Price said at a regular press briefing, after security forces raided the offices of seven groups in the Israeli-occupied West Bank it accuses of channeling aid to militant groups.
"We will review what is provided to us and come to our own conclusion," Price said. The United Nations condemned the closures and said there was no credible evidence to support the Israeli accusations.
"Despite offers to do so, Israeli authorities have not presented to the United Nations any credible evidence to justify these declarations," the UN Human Rights Office said in a statement. "As such, the closures appear totally arbitrary." The UN identified the groups as the Addameer Prisoner Support and Human Rights Association; Al Haq; Bisan Center for Research and Development; Defense for Children International – Palestine; Health Work Committees (HWC); Union of Agricultural Work Committees (UAWC); the Union of Palestinian Women's Committees (UPWC).
Nine European Union countries have said they will continue working with the groups, citing a lack of evidence for the Israeli accusation.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Landmark Recovery of Louisville, a family-owned drug and alcohol addiction treatment provider, was ranked Kentucky's top addiction treatment center for the second consecutive year by Newsweek.
Landmark Recovery of Louisville, which opened in 2016, was the first of 12 addiction treatment facilities now operated by Landmark Recovery. It includes 64 beds for those in residential treatment and also offers outpatient care and office-based opioid treatment and medical detox. The 32,000-square-foot facility features a gym, basketball court, courtyard along with comfortable accommodations and meeting rooms.
"I am proud to see that Landmark Recovery of Louisville, our first facility, has again been ranked as one of the best addiction treatment centers in the country and the No. 1 in Kentucky," said Matt Boyle, co-founder and CEO of Landmark Recovery. "This ranking is a testament to Landmark's commitment to provide high quality and affordable addiction treatment options. It's also a reflection of our caring staff and the evidence-based programs we've created to help people live beyond addiction."
Newsweek partnered with global market research and data firm Statista to rank the best U.S. treatment facilities focused on addiction. They asked more than 4,000 therapists, counselors, doctors, and administrators who work in addiction treatment to rate the quality of care, service accommodations, amenities, and follow-up care of 330 treatment centers in 25 states. Data provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and nine types of accreditations were considered as well. Landmark Recovery of Louisville was awarded the No. 1 ranking in Kentucky, with an overall score of 89.84%.
Landmark Recovery, founded in 2016, is an evidence-based addiction recovery organization offering passionate, individualized treatment including detox, residential, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization. Landmark serves communities in Colorado, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Oklahoma, Nevada, and Tennessee along with its sister company, Praxis by Landmark Recovery, which serves the Medicaid population. Landmark of Louisville was named the No. 1 Addiction Treatment Center in Kentucky by Newsweek in 2021 and 2022. For more information visit www.landmarkrecovery.com or call 866-504-8545.
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Partnership to increase the number of nurses graduating from OU
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To help meet the critical demand for nurses in Michigan, Oakland University and BHSH System announced a new partnership focused on increasing the number of nurses graduating from OU. Through this collaboration, BHSH System will provide Oakland University with financial resources totaling more than $20 million over the next five years for the BHSH Beaumont Health Nurse Scholar program.
This investment includes more than $10 million for student grants and more than $10 million for infrastructure investments. To accommodate the influx in students and remain in compliance with state regulations and national accreditation standards, OU will use the infrastructure funding to expand lab and classroom space, purchase instructional equipment and hire faculty to teach additional course sections. Grant recipients will be on a path to become BHSH System team members for at least two years after graduation.
"The nursing shortage in our state is a critical and complex challenge that must be solved with bold and collaborative solutions," said Tina Freese Decker, president & CEO, BHSH System (formerly Beaumont Health and Spectrum Health). "We are proud of our long-standing partnership with Oakland University and to have this amazing opportunity to invest in talented, compassionate people who want to become nurses. We are incredibly excited about the impact the BHSH Beaumont Health Nurse Scholar program will have in health care and for our communities."
"We deeply appreciate BHSH System's partnership and investment into the education of the next generation of health care providers," said Oakland University President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz. "This magnanimous gift directly responds to the need for more highly skilled nurses and the workforce shortage that has become more critical since the beginning of the COVID-19 global pandemic. We are proud that BHSH System and OU have a shared commitment to improve the quality and delivery of patient care in Michigan."
"This visionary investment by BHSH System strengthens the health of Michigan's residents and the health of our economy, both of which are a major focus of Oakland University's mission," Pescovitz added.
BHSH Beaumont Health President Dr. Benjamin Schwartz said recruitment and retention of the next generation of nurses is one of his top priorities. "Students have so many choices and options about where they can work after graduation. I'm convinced that after these OU students spend some time working with us, they will want to spend their career serving our patients. We have an incredible team," he said.
OU's nursing school educates BSN Pre-Licensure students via two tracks: a Traditional BSN track and an Accelerated Second-Degree track. The university currently admits 96 students into the Traditional BSN program two times per year and 64 students into the Accelerated Second Degree (ASD) BSN program three times per year.
"OU also will add a recruitment specialist to attract diverse students and ensure the success of candidates and graduates. OU Career Services will work in collaboration with the School of Nursing to design a marketing strategy specifically geared toward the recruitment of second-degree students working across industries," added School of Nursing Dean Judy Didion.
OU's School of Nursing has approximately 770 BSN Pre-Licensure students at any time, graduating approximately 350 BSN nurses every year. The graduation rate is approximately 95% and the average NCLEX first-time pass rate during the pandemic is approximately 86%, which is above the Michigan average of 79% and on par with the national average of 87%. Prior to COVID, the OU pass rate was 91%, while the Michigan average was 89%. Overall, 94% of OU's Traditional BSN graduates report being employed in Michigan, while 88% of ASD graduates report they are employed in Michigan.
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Oakland University is a doctoral, Carnegie Classification R2 "High Research Activity" university located in Oakland and Macomb counties, Michigan. The main campus is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills. Oakland University offers bachelor's degrees, graduate degrees and certificate programs. Oakland University is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences (which includes a School of Music, Theatre and Dance), the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine and the Schools of Business Administration, Education and Human Services, Engineering and Computer Science, Health Sciences, Nursing, and The Honors College. This rich campus atmosphere is complete with residence halls, Greek life, Division I athletics and more than 250 student groups that lend to the total college experience. Learn more at www.oakland.edu
About BHSH System
Formed from two leading health systems in Michigan (Beaumont Health and Spectrum Health), BHSH System is a not-for-profit health system that provides care and coverage with an exceptional team of 64,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses offering services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving over 1.2 million members across the state of Michigan. Through experience, innovation and collaboration, we are building a system designed to meet the needs of the people we serve through care and coverage that is simple, affordable, equitable and exceptional.
About Beaumont Health
Beaumont Health is a division of BHSH System. Our mission is to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. With eight hospitals, more than 150 outpatient locations, nearly 5,000 physicians and 33,000 employees, Beaumont's commitment to patient and family-centered care contributes to the health and well-being of residents throughout the communities we serve and beyond.
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Israeli PM speaks to Germany's Scholz on Iran nuclear deal
Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid spoke to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Thursday, pressing Israel's position that efforts to revive a nuclear deal with Iran should end, a senior Israeli diplomatic official said. As well as speaking with Scholz, Lapid spoke to Ted Deutch, chairman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee's Middle East Subcommittee, and with the U.S. ambassador to Israel, Tom Nides, the official said.
Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid spoke to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Thursday, pressing Israel's position that efforts to revive a nuclear deal with Iran should end, a senior Israeli diplomatic official said.
As well as speaking with Scholz, Lapid spoke to Ted Deutch, chairman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee's Middle East Subcommittee, and with the U.S. ambassador to Israel, Tom Nides, the official said. The head of Israel's National Security Council, Eyal Hulata, is due to travel to the United States next week for more talks.
The conversations came days after the European Union submitted a "final" draft text aimed at salvaging the 2015 nuclear deal which former U.S. President Donald Trump walked away from in 2018. In an emailed statement, the Israeli official said the time had come to walk away from the talks with Iran, adding: "Anything else sends a message of weakness."
"Now is the time to sit and talk about what to do going forward in order to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon," the official said. Israel has repeatedly spoken out against efforts to revive the deal, reserving the right to take military action to prevent Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon or against Iranian-backed militant groups in the region.
Iran, which has long denied wanting to develop a nuclear weapon, has warned of a "crushing" response to any Israeli attack.
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University of Wisconsin's lifecycle assessment found greenhouse gas emissions to be 24% lower on organic dairy farms as compared to conventional US dairy averages* due in large part to carbon sequestration benefits of organic pastures.
LA FARGE, Wis., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study in the August issue of the Journal of Cleaner Production reveals that it is possible for farms to sequester carbon and reduce their overall greenhouse gas emissions. A University of Wisconsin Madison research group unveiled a dairy lifecycle assessment conducted on Organic Valley farms that shows small organic dairy farms, which focus on grazing and organic production techniques, are low greenhouse gas champions.
The peer reviewed study uses a breakthrough methodology that includes accounting for the carbon sequestration benefit of grazed pastures. Led by Dr. Horacio Aguirre-Villegas, Scientist III at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the research team conducted a first-of-its-kind study in the U.S. that considered the positive carbon sequestration results of cows spending time out on pasture.
"The study proposes a method to include carbon sequestration not only in organic but all dairy farm-related LCA studies. This method is based on the amount of carbon staying in the soil from above ground residue, below ground residue, and manure," Aguirre-Villegas said. "The effect of management practices affecting the carbon stock are also considered, such as tillage, land use regime, management, and input of organic matter into the soil based on farm and region-specific variables such as the level of activity and temperature."
The modeling assessment was done with farm-specific input provided by Organic Valley and reflects the nature and style of production common within the co-op's dairy membership. Other factors contributing to the low greenhouse gas emission results included the avoidance of synthetic crop inputs and use of organic crop amendments, the longevity of cattle, and prevalent use of manure as a fertilizer source.
"This LCA represents the baseline carbon footprint of our dairy member farms today. The science proves out what we all intuitively knew was the case, when you have pasture-based systems and organic crop production you have a smaller carbon footprint," said Nicole Rakobitsch, director of sustainability at Organic Valley. "We are proud that farms in our cooperative average the lowest known carbon footprint of any U.S. dairy supply, but we are not going to rest on that outcome.
"We are committed to helping our farmers and all of dairy continually lessen our GHG emissions. It's the right thing to do and consumers are looking for food that is good for the planet and their health."
The study of Organic Valley milk is ongoing and the remaining 40% of Organic Valley's milk supply will be assessed by the end of 2023. Organic Valley is also launching a new carbon insetting program which purchases carbon reduction from its farmers and helps producers implement site-specific projects like agroforestry, enhanced manure management, and on-farm renewable energy.
The research team measuring and analyzing the carbon impact at UW-Madison includes Dr. Rebecca Larson, associate professor at UW-Madison; Dr. Erin Silva, UW-Madison associate professor and Extension specialist in Organic Agriculture; Dr. Michel Wattiaux, UW-Madison professor in Dairy Systems Management; and Rakobitsch.
Organic Valley is passionate about doing what's right for people, animals, and earth and is committed to bringing ethically made organic food to families everywhere. Organic Valley is the largest farmer-owned organic cooperative in the U.S. and one of the world's largest organic consumer brands. Founded in 1988 to sustain family farms through organic farming, the cooperative represents nearly 1,800 farmers in 34 U.S. states, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit ov.coop/impact. Organic Valley is also @OrganicValley on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Twitter.
SOURCE: Regional analysis of greenhouse gas emissions from USA dairy farms: A cradle to farm-gate assessment of the American dairy industry circa 2008, International Dairy Journal
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Mother, paramour held for beating 13-year-old in Gurugram
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A woman and her paramour were arrested for assaulting and threatening her minor son after he saw them in an objectionable position here, police said on Thursday.
Vishal, the woman's paramour, allegedly burnt the 13-year-old's face and feet with a hot sieve and also threatened to chop his legs after the boy threatened to complain against him.
A police complaint was filed after the boy managed to escape from the house and managed to reach the Child Welfare Committee with the help of a man.
According to the complaint filed by the boy, a school dropout, he lives at a rented accommodation in Gurugram along with his mother who works at a pantry in a private company.
His father and siblings live in Bihar, their native state. For the last one year, Vishal used to frequent their Gurugram room, the boy said.
He said on Independence Day, as he walked down from the terrace, he saw the room locked from outside. He peeped in from the window only to see his mother and Vishal in a compromising position.
''I opposed them and said I would complain at Vishal's house. After this, I went to park to play. Vishal followed me and dragged me to the house. On the way, he called my mother and told her to heat the sieve. At home, he burnt my face and feet with the sieve. He slapped me while my mother beat me with a rolling pin,'' the boy said in his complaint.
He also alleged that Vishal was discussing with his mother that he would chop his legs, and on hearing this, he escaped from the house.
He reached the CWC office with the help of a man, following which the police complaint was lodged.
His mother and Vishal have been booked under the Juvenile Justice Act at Sector 37 police station.
''We arrested the man and victim's mother and let them off on police bail after they joined the investigation. The boy is being treated in hospital as he has burn injuries on his feet while the further probe is on,'' inspector Devender Singh said. PTI COR CJ CJ
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Interactive events will deliver timely new client acquisition and practice growth strategies to financial advisors utilizing retirement plan brokerage windows and in-plan advice.
BELLEVUE, Wash., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), a wealth management innovator and leader in Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management (SDBA) announced it will be hosting 13 regional financial advisor education and networking events in September and October 2022.
The event series entitled SDBA & In-Plan Advice: A Growth Formula Workshop is designed to demystify and educate financial advisors on Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management and the coming trend toward providing In-Plan advice to retirement plan participants. Brokerage windows are now open in well over 100,000 workplace 401k, 403b, and 457 plans across the country, and the list of open plans grows every day. This provides financial advisors with one of the most innovative and rewarding practice growth opportunities the industry has seen in decades. A dedicated website has been launched at www.GrowWithTPFG.com.
"With recent turmoil affecting the global financial markets, advisors nationwide are once again educating themselves on new ways to deepen their client relationships. Retirement plan brokerage windows, SDBA, In-Plan Advice, and our Strategy PLUS suite of Model Portfolios are a powerful combination which can supercharge an advisory practice," said Cory Kendall, Chief Revenue Officer for TPFG. "Through these workshops, we're bringing our vast expertise and proven SDBA playbook directly to financial advisors who are ready to scale and accelerate their businesses."
Underpinning TPFG's SDBA program is Strategy PLUS, a multi-strategy, multi-manager platform that leverages the intellectual capital of leading investment managers including Capital Group | American Funds®, Fidelity Investments®, BlackRock®, JPMorgan, PIMCO, Janus-Henderson, Invesco, BNY Mellon, MFS, Meeder, and Counterpoint. These relationships allow TPFG to feature the attributes of those managers and incorporate specific strategies that range from Active to Passive and Strategic to Tactical. The strategies are available to advisors inside Strategy PLUS and the result is more product choice that empowers investors to save more, behave better, and improve investment outcomes.
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Learn more about your local complimentary TPFG Growth Formula Workshop and register at www.GrowWithTPFG.com. All advisors are welcome, but registration is limited. To request a future workshop in your location, please email marketingteam@tpfg.com.
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Man accepts job offer from unidentified number, duped of Rs 47,000
He was promised that he would get the entire amount back, the officer said.But the victim was asked to pay more money which is when he refused to proceed further and asked for a refund.
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A 23-year-old man was allegedly duped of Rs 47,200 after being promised a job as a masseur, police said on Thursday.
A case of cheating was registered in this connection on August 13 at the cyber police station of Northwest district, they said.
The victim alleged that he received a Whatsapp message from an unknown number offering him a job as a masseur. When he contacted the number, he was asked to pay Rs 3,500 for registration, a senior police officer said.
The complainant was also induced to pay Rs 12,600 for a massage equipment kit, Rs 15,500 for an entry card and Rs 9,400 for booking hotel room among others. He was promised that he would get the entire amount back, the officer said.
But the victim was asked to pay more money which is when he refused to proceed further and asked for a refund. He had paid Rs 47,200 but never got a job, the officer said.
The account where the money was deposited is being scrutinised and a dedicated team has been formed to trace the culprits, the police said.
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Padgett president tells Commissioner: "While the IRS must act quickly, it must also move cautiously"
ATHENS, Ga., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Roger Harris, president of North American tax and accounting franchise Padgett Business Services, wrote a letter to Commissioner Charles Rettig, urging the IRS to proceed with caution when determining how to use the new funding provided by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022.
The approximately $80 billion provided for the IRS has been a controversial element of the act, but Harris believes this funding can be a major benefit to taxpayers if it is used properly. Padgett and industry experts have been saying for years that the IRS is under-funded, but with the passing of the IRA, the agency now has an opportunity to restore belief in the tax system.
Increasing enforcement has been a primary concern for many taxpayers. Padgett recognizes its necessity, but reminds the IRS that it is crucial to audit only the right people.
"It does no good for the IRS to spend their money on audits that produce no revenue," Harris said in an article published on Padgett's website. "The IRS clearly needs better taxpayer service, better technology, and just enough enforcement to ensure the integrity of the tax system."
In the letter, Harris encourages the IRS to prioritize improvements to taxpayer services before increasing audits and other enforcement activity. He also suggests the IRS include feedback from outside stakeholders when developing their plan. Harris feels that this will address the politically divisive nature of the act.
"Padgett has been on the front lines of tax preparation and helping small businesses and other taxpayers navigate the IRS for over half a century," Harris wrote. "As a result, we understand how crucial it is for the IRS to seize this opportunity for improvement and get this right."
Through a network of hundreds individually-owned firms, Padgett provides tax, accounting, payroll and consulting services to tens of thousands of small businesses across the U.S. and Canada. With an entrepreneurial spirit and more than 50 years of experience, Padgett aims to serve as trusted advisors and empower business owners to pursue their financial and personal goals.
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UN: Myanmar's ruler open to UN visit to Suu Kyi but not now
Myanmars military rulers agreed to a five-point ASEAN plan in April 2021 to restore peace and stability to the country, including an immediate halt to violence and a dialogue among all parties.
The head of Myanmar's military-installed government “expressed openness to arranging a meeting at the right time” between UN special envoy Noeleen Heyzer and the country's imprisoned former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, the United Nations said Thursday.
UN deputy spokesman Farhan Haq said Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing told Heyzer during a meeting Wednesday in Myanmar's capital, Naypyitaw, that in the immediate term “measures would be taken to safeguard her health and well-being.” Myanmar has been wracked by violent unrest since the army ousted Suu Kyi's elected government in February last year. The military takeover prevented Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy party from beginning a second term in office, and Suu Kyi has been prosecuted in a string of criminal cases widely seen as politically motivated by the ruling military. She is being held in prison in Naypyitaw and the government has refused to allow her to meet with any outsiders.
On the UN envoy's first mission to the strife-torn country, Heyzer called on general Hlaing to urgently halt all violence, support a political path back to civilian rule and democracy, and allow Suu Kyi to return home and to meet with her. She also reiterated Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' extreme concern about Myanmar's humanitarian, security, economic and political crisis and his call for the release of all political prisoners. And she urged Hlaing to impose a moratorium on future executions, following the recent executions of four political activists that drew worldwide condemnation.
Responding to a question on what Heyzer's visit achieved, Haq said, “a key outcome” was a commitment by the ruling State Administration Council, which the general heads, “to continue the conversation and openness” to her proposals for urgently needed humanitarian assistance and protection for civilians.
Haq said a follow-up meeting was held with the chairman of the council's National Solidarity and Peace Negotiation Committee to explore Heyzer's proposal “for an inclusive forum for humanitarian engagement.” At the meeting, he said, “both sides agreed to work closely on a pilot under the special envoy's convening role, and explore a humanitarian pause and inclusive delivery of aid in active areas of conflict.” On Heyzer's appeal for the release of all children, Haq said, “assurances were given no children under the age of 12 would be detained in prisons or other facilities.” He said Heyzer was also promised that “lighter judgment would be considered for children of the age of 16 and 17.” Haq did not mention the other issues raised by Heyzer during her two-day visit, indicating that there was little or no progress on her calls to urgently end all violence including ending aerial bombing and the burning of homes and civilian infrastructure, start taking steps to restore civilian rule, release all political prisoners and end executions.
The military takeover was met with massive public opposition, which has since turned into armed resistance that some U.N. experts, including Heyzer's predecessor, Christine Schraner Burgener, have characterized as civil war. Critics of the military have accused it of carrying out widespread human rights.
Much of the international community, including Myanmar's fellow members in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, have expressed frustration at the hard line the generals have taken in resisting reform. Myanmar's military rulers agreed to a five-point ASEAN plan in April 2021 to restore peace and stability to the country, including an immediate halt to violence and a dialogue among all parties. But the military has made little effort to implement the plan.
In a statement as she left Myanmar, Heyzer said any progress in Myanmar depends on ending the violence and visible and significant improvements in the lives of the people.
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—Limiting job offers: 36 percent say their company has restricted hiring—
—Letting staff go: 13 percent say workers have been laid off—
—Restructurings taking place: 19 percent say companies have undertaken a major reorganization—
—Feeling secure: Despite shakeups, 80 percent feel their job isn't in jeopardy—
NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amid debate about whether the US is in a recession, a new survey reveals 41 percent of workers believe we are.
The Conference Board survey also finds that businesses are already taking precautionary measures. Indeed, 36 percent of survey respondents say their company has already begun to restrict hiring to crucial roles, and 13 percent say layoffs have been conducted. Workers aren't worried, however, with 80 percent feeling secure in their jobs. In fact, workers are more worried about a declining stock market than the possibility of losing their job.
"Amid historically low unemployment in the US, this recession will be significantly different from prior downturns," said Rebecca Ray, PhD, Executive Vice President of Human Capital at The Conference Board. "Businesses should be mindful of the lessons learned from the COVID recession, when those that furloughed or laid off workers saw just how hard it can be to get that talent back. As we face another recession—which The Conference Board projects will begin later this year—leaders should explore alternatives to layoffs and furloughs, such as offering incentives for voluntary separation."
The latest workforce survey from The Conference Board polled more than 1,000 individuals—predominantly professional/office workers—from July 29-August 4. Respondents weighed in on recession expectations and fears, as well as what measures their businesses have taken.
Key findings include:
41 percent of respondents think we are already in a recession.
Given the current economic climate, do you believe we will have an economic slowdown/recession in the US?
- 41 percent of respondents think we are already in a recession.
- 33 percent believe we will be in a recession within six months.
- More white respondents say we are already in a recession than other races/ethnicities:
- More men say we are in a recession than women:
Businesses are already taking cost-cutting measures, including hiring restrictions and restructurings.
Which of the following organization cost reduction measures have you witnessed?
- Restricting and freezing hiring are the top measures taken so far:
Cost-cutting is not yet as severe as early COVID measures.
- Freezing or restricting hiring were also the top measures taken at the start of COVID-19, but to a greater degree:
- In response to COVID, however, businesses were less likely to restructure or conduct layoffs, but more likely to implement furloughs:
Despite cost-cutting measures, most workers feel secure in their jobs.
How secure do you feel about retaining your job?
- 44 percent are secure, and 36 percent are very secure in their jobs.
- The higher the seniority level, the more secure respondents are in their jobs:
For workers, a declining stock market trumps worries of losing their job.
In the event of a significant economic slowdown/recession, what are your greatest fears?
- 60 percent of respondents say a decline in the stock market is among their greatest fears in the event of a recession, the top response.
- Black respondents fear job loss less than other races/ethnicities, but fear delayed home purchase at around two times the rate:
- Asian American/Pacific Islander: 58 percent
- Black: 26 percent
- Hispanic/Latino: 56 percent
- White: 42 percent
- Asian American/Pacific Islander: 11 percent
- Black: 21 percent
- Hispanic/Latino: 9 percent
- White: 8 percent
Recession worries vary by generation.
In the event of a significant economic slowdown/recession, what are your greatest fears?
- Millennials fear job loss at a much higher rate than their generational counterparts:
- Baby Boomers fear a decline in the stock market at a much higher rate than their generational counterparts:
"Different generations have different priorities," said Robin Erickson, PhD, Vice President of Human Capital at The Conference Board. "As Baby Boomers near retirement, they are keeping a close eye on the stock market and their 401ks. Millennials, on the other hand, are earlier in career and thus less established, and understandably fear job loss more."
Most workers believe they can weather an economic storm.
Do you have financial resources to weather an economic slowdown of six months or less? Of more than six months?
- 91 percent say they have the financial resources to withstand a slowdown of 6 months or less.
- 75 percent could endure a recession of more than 6 months.
- White respondents, men, and Baby Boomers report they are able to withstand a longer-term slowdown at a higher rate than their counterparts:
- Asian American/Pacific Islander: 70 percent
- Black: 61 percent
- Hispanic/Latino: 62 percent
- White: 79 percent
- Men: 81 percent
- Women: 71 percent
- Baby Boomers: 84 percent
- Gen X: 75 percent
- Millennials: 60 percent
The top response to a recession? Spend less.
If we have an economic slowdown, how would you respond to it?
- 66 percent of respondents say they will curtail spending if there is an economic slowdown, the top response:
- 40 percent of Baby Boomers say they would delay retirement if there was a recession.
- Black respondents say they would look for a part-time job or side hustle at around two times or more than the rate of other races/ethnicities:
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Israeli forces raid Palestinian NGOs, UN criticises 'arbitrary' move
Security forces raided offices of the non-governmental groups in the West Bank, confiscating computers and equipment before sealing off entrances, Palestinian witnesses and officials said. The Israeli military said the groups were used by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), a group it has designated a terrorist organisation.
Israel closed seven Palestinian organisations it accuses of channelling aid to militant groups on Thursday, drawing condemnation from the United Nations, which said the closures appeared "totally arbitrary". Security forces raided offices of the non-governmental groups in the West Bank, confiscating computers and equipment before sealing off entrances, Palestinian witnesses and officials said.
The Israeli military said the groups were used by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), a group it has designated a terrorist organisation. Israel has previously declared six of the groups as terrorist organisations. The designation, which has drawn criticism from the United Nations and human rights watchdogs, was ratified on Wednesday for three of them. The United Nations called for the designations to be revoked.
"Despite offers to do so, Israeli authorities have not presented to the United Nations any credible evidence to justify these declarations," the UN Human Rights Office said in a statement. "As such, the closures appear totally arbitrary." The U.S. State Department said Israel had told the United States it would provide more information on the reasons behind the decision to close the organizations after Washington contacted Israeli officials.
"We will review what is provided to us and come to our own conclusion," State Department spokesperson Ned Price said. Nine European Union countries have said they will continue working with the groups, citing a lack of evidence for the Israeli accusation.
The UN identified the groups as the Addameer Prisoner Support and Human Rights Association; Al Haq; Bisan Center for Research and Development; Defense for Children International – Palestine; Health Work Committees (HWC); Union of Agricultural Work Committees (UAWC); and the Union of Palestinian Women's Committees (UPWC). EARLIER TENSIONS
Israeli Defence Minister Benny Gantz reiterated Israel's claim that the organisations had operated undercover to serve the PFLP, which has carried out deadly attacks on Israelis and which the United States and the EU regard as a terrorist organisation. "They also assist in raising funds for the terrorist organisation via a variety of methods that include forgery and fraud," Gantz said.
Palestinian officials condemned the move, which Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said was invalid. "These are legal institutions that work under the law," Shtayyeh told reporters during a visit to the office of Al-Haq in Ramallah.
Earlier, Palestinians clashed with Israeli forces arriving to guard Jewish worshippers visiting Joseph's Tomb, a shrine in the West Bank city of Nablus. The site has seen repeated clashes between Palestinians and Israeli forces. An 18-year-old Palestinian, who the Israeli military alleged had shot at soldiers, was killed and at least 30 people were wounded during the clashes in Nablus, Palestinian medics said.
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Staffing firm celebrates 25th anniversary with an appearance in Inc. 5000 list for the 6th time
RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Astyra Corporation, a black-owned staffing and consulting firm headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, earned a spot on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list. The honor is reserved for the top 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America. Astyra's 179% growth rate landed the company on the list for the 6th time. The Richmond region had 38 companies earn recognition on the 2022 list.
"What better way to usher in our 25th year than to find ourselves in Inc. once again" says CEO and cofounder Ken Ampy. "This achievement proves that the 'Astyra approach' to work and culture resonates with our clients and contract associates."
With resources in 15 states, Astyra has grown rapidly by providing top talent to high-profile clients. Astyra Corporation earned their first Inc. 5000 recognition in 2009. In April 2021, Astyra received Corporate Plus distinction from the National Minority Supplier Development Council for their proficiency in fulfilling extensive national contracts.
"Appearing on the Inc. 5000 for a 6th time is an honor we would have not thought possible when we started in 1997", remarks President and cofounder Sam Young. "It's been a great ride thus far yet there's still more to come."
Astyra specializes in Information Technology, Healthcare, Professional Services, and Call Center staffing. As a solution-based company, Astyra focuses on providing top talent who will help clients build their vision and achieve their goals. Nationally, Astyra has staffed more than 300 people year to date. In the past year, Astyra's internal staff has grown by 30% to support their major expansion.
258 Virginia private companies reported a total revenue of $19.6 billion on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list, a 6% increase from the 2021 list. This substantial increase is a testament to the resilience and innovation private companies shown amid labor shortages and the continued impact of Covid-19.
Results of the 2022 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing list with company profiles, growth rates, criteria, and more can be found at https://www.inc.com/inc5000/2022.
Established in 1997, Astyra Corporation is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm. They are experts in matching high skilled consultants to innovative business solutions. Their high-profile clients range from government agencies and financial institutions to major systems integrators. For more information, visit https://astyra.com/.
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Woman describes frequent abuse by R Kelly before she was 18
Kellys legal troubles for more than two decades testified Thursday that the RB singer sexually abused her hundreds of times before she turned 18 years old, starting when she was 15.Jane - the pseudonym for the now 37-year-old woman at Kellys trial on child pornography and obstruction of justice charges - told jurors that in the late 1990s when she was 13, she asked the Grammy award-winning singer to be her godfather because she saw him as an inspiration and mentor.She said within weeks, Kelly would call her and say sexual things.
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A woman who has been central to R. Kelly's legal troubles for more than two decades testified Thursday that the R&B singer sexually abused her “hundreds” of times before she turned 18 years old, starting when she was 15.
Jane - the pseudonym for the now 37-year-old woman at Kelly's trial on child pornography and obstruction of justice charges - told jurors that in the late 1990s when she was 13, she asked the Grammy award-winning singer to be her godfather because she saw him as an inspiration and mentor.
She said within weeks, Kelly would call her and say sexual things. She said he first touched her breasts and other parts of her body when she was around 14 at a Chicago recording studio, and that around that time, he “started penetration” at his home at his North Side Chicago home. She told jurors she was 15 when they first had intercourse. Kelly, 55, would have been around 30 years old at the time.
Asked by a prosecutor how she would know what to do sexually, Jane answered, “He would tell me what to do.” Asked how many times they had sex before she turned 18, she answered quietly: “Uncountable times. … Hundreds.” Kelly, who is serving a 30-year prison sentence for his conviction in a New York this year on federal charges alleging he used his fame to sexually abuse fans, is standing trial in his hometown of Chicago on several other federal charges. Among the most serious is conspiracy to obstruct justice by allegedly rigging a 2008 trial on state child pornography charges stemming from a purported video of him and Jane having sex when she was underage. Prosecutors say Kelly paid off and threatened Jane to ensure that she didn't testify at that trial. She didn't, and he was ultimately acquitted.
Kelly is also standing trial on charges of producing child pornography and enticing minors for sex.
Unlike at the 2008 trial, Jane cooperated with prosecutors leading up to the current trial and is a pivotal witness.
During opening statements Wednesday, prosecutor Jason Julien sought to prepare jurors for the testimony of accusers including Jane, reminding them that a core issue at trial remained the exploitation of often scared and confused children - even though the accusers who would speak to jurors are now grown adults.
Speaking softly and tentatively when she first took the stand Thursday, Jane described her upbringing in a musical family in a Chicago suburb, including that she was home-schooled because she was in a touring musical group that she joined when she was about 12. Jane first met Kelly in the late 1990s when she was in junior high school. She had tagged along to Kelly's Chicago recording studio with her aunt, a professional singer who worked with Kelly. Soon after that meeting, Jane told her parents that Kelly was going to be her godfather.
As her testimony continued, Jane sounded calmer and steadier, answering questions matter-of-factly. Prosecutors have said Kelly shot the video of Jane in a log cabin-themed room at his North Side Chicago home between 1998 and 2000. In it, the girl is heard calling the man “daddy.” Federal prosecutors say that she and Kelly had sex hundreds of times over the years in his homes, recording studios and tour buses.
Kelly, who rose from poverty on Chicago's South Side to become a star singer, songwriter and producer, knew a conviction in 2008 would effectively end his life as he knew it, and so prosecutors say he conspired to fix that trial. According to prosecutors, Kelly told the parents and Jane to leave Chicago, paying for them to travel to the Bahamas and Cancun, Mexico. When they returned, prosecutors say Kelly sought to isolate Jane, moving her around to different hotels. When called before a state grand jury looking into the video, Jane, her father and mother denied it was her in it.
Tears streamed down his faced on June 13, 2008, when he was acquitted on all counts of child pornography. Some of the jurors told reporters after the trial that they weren't convinced that the female in the video was who state prosecutors said she was.
Before the 2008 trial, Kelly carried a duffle bag full of sex tapes everywhere he went for years, but some tapes later went missing, according to court filings. In the 2000s, bootleg copies of some videos appeared on street corners throughout the U.S.
In the early 2000s, the aunt showed the parents a copy of a video she said depicted their daughter having sex with Kelly. When they confronted Kelly, he told them, “You're with me or against me,” a government filing says.
The parents took it as a threat.
Kelly, who has denied any wrongdoing, has been trailed for decades by complaints and allegations about his sexual behavior. The scrutiny intensified after the #MeToo era and the 2019 six-part documentary “Surviving R. Kelly.'' Kelly also faces four counts of enticement of minors for sex - one each for four other accusers. They, too, are expected to testify.
Prosecutors told jurors that the evidence includes at least three videos showing Kelly having sex with underage girls. Two Kelly associates, Derrel McDavid and Milton Brown, are co-defendants. McDavid is accused of helping Kelly fix the 2008 trial, while Brown is charged with receiving child pornography. Like Kelly, they also have denied wrongdoing.
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Firm founders earn honors for third consecutive year
HOUSTON, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Six lawyers with Houston-based law firm Jordan, Lynch & Cancienne have been named to the list of Best Lawyers in America for 2023, recognition that places them among the top practicing attorneys in the country.
This is the third consecutive year firm partners Kevin Jordan, Walter Lynch, and Michael Cancienne have been recognized. Mr. Jordan and Mr. Cancienne have been honored for their outstanding work in Commercial Litigation, and Mr. Lynch has received recognition as a leading personal injury defense lawyer.
Three Jordan, Lynch & Cancienne attorneys have also been named to the list of Best Lawyers "Ones to Watch," which recognizes professional excellence in lawyers earlier in their careers. Attorneys Caroline Carter, Jeb Golinkin, and Callan B. Edquist have been honored for their work in Commercial Litigation.
"Everything we do in our work and for our clients is based on our core values: building relationships, working collaboratively and going above and beyond," said Mr. Jordan. "This recognition is a testament to those values, and we couldn't be happier knowing our peers see and acknowledge our hard work and commitment to our clients."
One of the most respected peer-review attorney guides in the country, Best Lawyers in America is based on confidential client and peer evaluations, as well as extensive editorial research. To read more about Jordan, Lynch & Cancienne's Best Lawyers, visit: https://www.bestlawyers.com/firms/jordan-lynch-cancienne-pllc/82206/US
Jordan, Lynch & Cancienne PLLC is a Houston-based civil trial law firm whose lawyers have a proven courtroom track record in high-stakes litigation nationwide. They represent clients as both plaintiffs and defendants in commercial disputes, construction matters, products liability, toxic torts, trade secret, and catastrophic personal injury claims. Flexibility in fee structuring is a hallmark of the way the firm does business. To learn more, visit the website at https://www.jlcfirm.com/.
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Premium pet food brand's new creative campaign celebrates the raw, unfiltered love between pet parents and their pets
OAK CREEK, Wis., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stella & Chewy's, the category leader in the raw pet food space, announced today that it is launching the brand's first-ever national ad campaign, "All You Need Is Raw." The new creative embodies the raw, unfiltered love pet parents have for their pets and how food, especially raw and natural food, plays a key role in how pet parents show their love.
Whether it's a cat hanging from a curtain without a care in the world or a dog sleeping on the couch like no one's watching, the creative is a bold and candid celebration of the raw, unfiltered behaviors that make our pets who they are. The campaign also marks the launch of a new tagline for the brand, "All You Need is Raw," which embodies Stella & Chewy's belief that raw is all pets are, and raw is all they need.
"The raw pet food space continues to rapidly expand as more pet parents strive to feed their pets as they would themselves – with real and less processed foods," said David Campbell, CMO of Stella & Chewy's. "With this new campaign, we aim to raise awareness of the Stella & Chewy's brand and portfolio, which offers a range of dog and cat food products to meet varying pet parent needs."
The omni-channel campaign, led by Chicago-based creative agency Highdive Advertising, and directed by Ian Kibbey and Corey Creasey of Terri Timely, consists of multiple :15 and :30 second spots and will include cable TV, connective TV/Video, audio, social media, experiential, custom content, mobile rich media and influencer relations.
"We're so excited for this partnership with Stella & Chewy's," said Mark Gross, CCO and co-founder of Highdive Advertising. "As many of us at Highdive are pet parents or lovers ourselves, we appreciate Stella & Chewy's commitment to providing pets with healthier, less processed foods. For their first-ever national brand campaign, we knew we had to go bold and candid with these spots to show exactly how raw pets can be — and why we simply love them for it. We thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with the Stella & Chewy's team to bring this campaign to life and can't wait for what's to come."
The paid media strategy, developed and implemented by the award-winning Exverus Media, employs advanced data and analytics to measure brand awareness, sales performance and online conversions of each media element. The holistic media strategy and approach was designed to rapidly grow household penetration and bring new consumers into Stella & Chewy's family of growing products of raw dog and cat food and treats.
"Our consumer insight is that pet parents want shared experiences with their pets. So the media placements had to support 'co-viewing' opportunities: think Animal Planet and Bravo, pet music playlists on Spotify and pet Reddit communities," said Tasha Day, VP of Media at Exverus Media.
To learn more about Stella & Chewy's range of premium raw and natural pet food for dogs and cats, visit www.allyouneedisraw.com or follow the company on Facebook or Instagram.
Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, Stella & Chewy's strives to provide the highest quality raw and natural pet food with an emphasis on nutrition, palatability, safety and convenience. The company's dog and cat products include frozen patties and morsels, freeze-dried dinners and meal mixers, baked kibble, stews, broths and treats. Stella & Chewy's proudly created Journey Home Fund; a charity that promotes adult and senior pet adoptions. For more information about the company, products and the nearest retailer, visit stellaandchewys.com or call 877-477-8977.
Founded in 2016, Highdive (highdiveus.com) is an independently owned, full-service creative agency headquartered in Chicago. Built for brands that want best-in-class creative but don't want the baggage that usually comes with it, the agency has a singular promise: to create the healthiest client and agency relationships in the world. Led by four seasoned advertising executives who set out to create an agency made up exclusively of top performers across every discipline, Highdive is breaking the traditional agency model to deliver work so powerful it can't be ignored for brands including Jeep, Ram Trucks, Lays, Beam Suntory, NHL, Nike, Boost Mobile, Airheads, Fruit-tella, and Rocket Mortgage. On a rapid growth trajectory, Highdive has been recognized as Advertising Age Small Agency of the Year, Midwest, three times and 2020 Advertising Age National Small Agency of the Year. Highdive also ranked number one on Adweek's 2020 Fastest Growing Agencies List.
Named by Ad Age as a Media Agency of the Year, Los Angeles-based Exverus is a strategic media consultancy that starts with a brand's passions and objectives and translates them for today's media landscape. Designed specifically to meet the needs of culture-creating brands in high-growth mode, Exverus partners with clients to deliver integrated campaigns that get people talking, build brand value and drive sales. For more information, follow @exverus or visit www.exverus.com.
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Stella & Chewy's Credits
David Campbell, CMO
Sudheer Kosaraju, VP, Brand Marketing
Debra Yoo, Senior Brand Manager
Roy Torres, Creative Director
Highdive Credits
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Mark Gross, Co-Founder, Chief Creative Officer
Chad Broude, Co-Founder, Chief Creative Officer
Katie Bero, Creative Director
Brian Culp, Creative Director
Rebecca Wilson, Senior Designer
Dave Muhlenfeld, Copywriter
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Megan Lally, Managing Partner
Kristin Woodke, Group Account Director
Jamie Lazaroff, Senior Account Executive
Production
Jen Passaniti, Head of Production, Executive Producer
Will St. Clair, Executive Producer
Marianne Newton, Executive Producer
Strategy
Mike Harris, Lead Strategist
Business Affairs
Kelley Beaman, Director of Business Affairs
Annie Paganini, Production Manager
Production Partner Credits
Park Pictures
Directors: Terri Timely
Producer: David Lambert
Executive Producers: Jackie Kelman Bisbee, Anne Bobroff
Head of Production: Chelsea Schwiering
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Editor: Billy Montrose
Executive Producer: Patrick Casey
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Marmoset
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Sarofsky
Erin Sarofsky- Executive Creative Director
Steven Anderson- Executive Producer
Stefan Draht- Creative Director
Duarte Elvas- Creative Director
Will Townsend- Producer
Joel Signer- Producer
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Haryana excise dept official transferred for demanding scotch whisky bottles in minister's name
The store owner said he also forcibly shut the store.Anuj complained that though he raised the issue with the excise commissioner, no action was taken against Lohan.After this, I sent my complaint to CM Window grievance redressal system, vigilance department, home minister and other officials, Anuj said in his complaint.District Excise and Taxation Commissioner Ravinder Singh confirmed Lohans transfer to the headquarters in Panchkula.After the matter came to our notice, the inspector has been taken off duty from Gurugram.
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An excise official was given a punishment posting and transferred to the department headquarters after an audio byte in which he is purportedly heard telling a liquor store employee to send scotch whisky bottles for a minister's function made rounds.
In the audio, which the liquor store owner has sent to the chief minister's grievance redressal system, the home minister and senior officials, excise department inspector Sandeep Lohan is purportedly heard telling the employee of the liquor store, located at Bakhtawar Chowk in Sector 47, that six bottles of 15-year-old 'Glenfiddich' whisky be sent to a hotel as the minister was hosting a programme there.
The employee responds saying the particular make of the whisky was unavailable after which Lohan allegedly rebukes him. According to the outlet owner Anuj, the incident took place on August 14.
Around 5.30 pm the next day, Lohan arrived at the store and allegedly hurled abuses at the employee in front of customers, including women. The store owner said he also forcibly shut the store.
Anuj complained that though he raised the issue with the excise commissioner, no action was taken against Lohan.
''After this, I sent my complaint to CM Window (grievance redressal system), vigilance department, home minister and other officials,'' Anuj said in his complaint.
District Excise and Taxation Commissioner Ravinder Singh confirmed Lohan's transfer to the headquarters in Panchkula.
''After the matter came to our notice, the inspector has been taken off duty from Gurugram. The case will be investigated by Assistant Excise and Taxation Officer Vijay Kumar and action will be taken as per the inquiry report,'' Singh said. PTI COR CJ CJ
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Teleperformance Earns Great Employer Workplace Status for third Consecutive Year
NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Teleperformance, a leading global group in digitally integrated business services, announced that its Malaysia operations received the prestigious Great Place to Work® award. By being certified as a Great Place to Work® in Malaysia, Teleperformance has set a new standard for Malaysian Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry companies.
Teleperformance's Malaysia (TP Malaysia) operations scored strong for overall trust in the company by its over 2,600 Malaysian team members. It operates three facilities in Malaysia and provides work from home services, with 76% of its staff currently utilizing them.
Jose Bezanilla, CEO Great Place to Work® China commented, "In Great Place to Work®, we have special respect and admiration for companies and leadership teams that kept their priorities clear on their people, while navigating the tough times of the pandemic. Teleperformance is a clear example of this, making it again to the top recognition as Best Workplaces™ in Asia keeping Trust as a key element of their working culture. Congratulations!
"This is the third consecutive year that Teleperformance Malaysia is being certified as a great workplace. For a multilingual hub home to many nationalities and cultures such as ours, this is a great achievement," said Sam Chong, CEO Teleperformance Malaysia. "Thank you to our support teams, managers and leadership team for doing your part in ensuring that TP Malaysia remains a diverse and inclusive workplace for employees of all nationalities. This is possible because of all of you, the lifeblood of TP Malaysia."
With a top global priority of people care, over 97% of Teleperformance employees worldwide currently work in independently certified great employer operations.
The company welcomes applicants from across the country to apply for exciting work options. Interested applicants can apply here.
Teleperformance (TEP – ISIN: FR0000051807 – Reuters: TEPRF.PA - Bloomberg: TEP FP), the global leader in outsourced customer and citizen experience management and related digital services, serves as a strategic partner to the world's largest companies in many industries. It offers a One Office support services model including end-to-end digital solutions, which guarantee successful customer interaction and optimized business processes, anchored in a unique, comprehensive high touch, high tech approach. Nearly 420,000 employees, based in 88 countries, support billions of connections every year in over 265 languages and around 170 markets, in a shared commitment to excellence as part of the "Simpler, Faster, Safer" process. This mission is supported by the use of reliable, flexible, intelligent technological solutions and compliance with the industry's highest security and quality standards, based on Corporate Social Responsibility excellence. In 2021, Teleperformance reported consolidated revenue of €7,115 million (US$8.4 billion, based on €1 = $1.18) and net profit of €557 million.
Teleperformance shares are traded on the Euronext Paris market, Compartment A, and are eligible for the deferred settlement service. They are included in the following indices: CAC 40, STOXX 600, S&P Europe 350, MSCI Global Standard and Euronext Tech Leaders. In the area of corporate social responsibility, Teleperformance shares are included in the Euronext Vigeo Euro 120 index since 2015, the EURO STOXX 50 ESG index since 2020, the MSCI Europe ESG Leaders index since 2019, the FTSE4Good index since 2018 and the S&P Global 1200 ESG index since 2017.
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New Jersey beach town bar's 'Yappy Hour' lets dogs unwind with their owners
Dogs frolic in the sand, jump from plastic pool to pool, and lap from a sprinkler while their owners enjoy drinks of their own outside the Wonder Bar, a hangout and music venue in New Jersey's famed Asbury Park beach town. It's Yappy Hour.
Dogs frolic in the sand, jump from plastic pool to pool, and lap from a sprinkler while their owners enjoy drinks of their own outside the Wonder Bar, a hangout and music venue in New Jersey's famed Asbury Park beach town.
It's Yappy Hour. Three days a week, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., the owners let their pets off the leash and grab drinks from an outdoor bar. The canines dig in the sand, run on a deck and cool off in the pools, watched by "doggy bouncers" who step in if a pooch becomes aggressive. A $10 entrance fee supports animal welfare groups.
The Wonder Bar, across the street from Asbury Park's boardwalk, has just one of the performance spaces in this Jersey Shore town known for rock singing greats like Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi. During Yappy Hour, it's the dogs' turn to howl.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Medical device company Theragen is pleased to announce the issuance of a U.S. Patent acknowledging its innovative approach to the development of the ActaStim-S Spine Fusion Bone Growth Stimulator system.
The first new Spine Fusion Stimulator on the market in decades, ActaStim-S blends clinically proven therapeutic stimulation with modern design and a data-rich digital health platform. The system not only promotes healing, it encourages patient compliance, engagement, and informed dialogue with healthcare providers during the critical — and lengthy — post-operative fusion process.
"Spinal fusion is a healing process, often characterized as a race to achieve solid fusion before failure of the implanted hardware," says co-inventor and Theragen CEO Chris McAuliffe. "Electrical stimulation is a clinically proven, safe and effective post-operative adjunct therapy that can help patients win that race, however its clinical effectiveness requires regular use over several months.
"That's why we've taken a user-centric approach, designing a more wearable device that also offers a digital health component that gives patients the unique opportunity to engage in, follow, and truly impact their own recovery."
COO, VP of R&D, and co-inventor Richard Pearce explains further: "The system includes a remarkably discreet, unobtrusive wearable unit that is very well received by patients. It includes utilization tracking, on-board activity sensing, Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, and an intuitive app that helps patients visualize their progress over time.
"The essence of this new U.S. Patent (#11,394,919) is focused on ensuring that this connectivity does not interfere with ease of use — and that data collection and transfer can happen quickly and effectively." Learn more about Theragen's user-centric approach in Pearce's recent Med Device Online article, 3 Lessons Learned Designing Our Digital Health App.
Theragen, Inc. is a leader in the development and manufacture of non-invasive, electrical stimulation DME products that deliver therapeutic energy for healing and empower patients to play an active role in their recovery. We're committed to continuous innovation and expanding our reach to help improve outcomes for more patients. To learn more, please visit theragen.com.
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U.S. judge says he leans toward releasing some evidence for Trump search
She left without making any statements to reporters. The former president has repeatedly claimed the search was politically motivated, and his son Eric Trump told Fox News that his father intends to release surveillance tape showing the FBI searching Mar-a-Lago "at the right time." Trump has also tried to defend his actions, saying without providing evidence that he had a standing order to declassify the documents in question. However, none of the three laws cited by the Justice Department in the search warrant require a showing that the documents were in fact classified.
A U.S. judge on Thursday said he is leaning toward releasing some of the evidence presented by the U.S. Justice Department to justify its search of Donald Trump's Florida home last week, in a case pitting news organizations against federal prosecutors. Despite objections by the Justice Department, U.S. Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart said he believes "there are portions of the affidavit that could be unsealed," referring to the sworn statement laying out the evidence for why there was probable cause to search Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
He ordered the Justice Department to file a redacted version of the affidavit under seal by noon next Thursday, but said prosecutors will be given the opportunity to appeal if they don't agree with his proposed version. Reinhart's order seemed to mark a victory for news outlets, who appeared in federal court in West Palm Beach on Thursday to persuade the judge that the public interest in the affidavit outweighs the benefits of keeping it sealed.
The search marked a significant escalation in one of the many federal and state investigations Trump is facing from his time in office and in private business. The Republican former president has suggested he might run for the White House again in 2024, but has not made any commitment. The Justice Department opposes the release of the Mar-a-Lago affidavit, even in redacted form.
Jay Bratt, the head of the department's counterintelligence and export control section, told the judge on Thursday that releasing the affidavit is not in the public interest because it could harm the ongoing probe, which he described as still being in the "early" stages and involving high sensitive grand jury material. "There is another public interest at stake and that is the public interest that criminal investigations are able to go forward unimpeded," he said.
The search, which was approved by Reinhart on Aug. 5, is part of a federal investigation into whether Trump illegally removed documents when he left office in January 2021 after losing the presidential election to Democrat Joe Biden. The Justice Department is investigating violations of three laws, including a provision in the Espionage Act that prohibits the possession of national defense information and another statute that makes it a crime to knowingly destroy, conceal or falsify records with the intent to obstruct an investigation.
Attorneys for several media outlets including The New York Times, the publisher of the Wall Street Journal, ABC News and NBC News told Reinhart on Thursday that the public's right to know and the historic significance of the search outweigh any arguments to keep the records sealed. "The public could not have a more compelling interest in ensuring maximum transparency over this event," said Charles Tobin, one of the attorneys arguing for the media companies.
Trump has vocally made statements on social media calling on the court to unseal the unredacted version. However, his attorneys have not filed any such requests with the court seeking to unseal the records, which are likely to contain damaging information about Trump.
Christina Bobb, the Trump attorney who signed the warrant materials on the day of the Aug. 8 search, appeared in the courtroom on Thursday to watch the proceedings. She left without making any statements to reporters.
The former president has repeatedly claimed the search was politically motivated, and his son Eric Trump told Fox News that his father intends to release surveillance tape showing the FBI searching Mar-a-Lago "at the right time." Trump has also tried to defend his actions, saying without providing evidence that he had a standing order to declassify the documents in question.
However, none of the three laws cited by the Justice Department in the search warrant require a showing that the documents were in fact classified. Threats directed at FBI agents have increased since the raid.
In Ohio last week, police shot an armed man dead after he tried to breach an FBI building. A second man in Pennsylvania, meanwhile, has since been charged with making threats against FBI agents. Bratt said on Thursday that the two agents whose names appeared on a leaked copy of the unredacted warrant have also since received threats.
In addition, he said, the department "is very concerned about the safety of the witnesses in the case." Reinhart has also faced a barrage of criticism from Trump's supporters, who have publicly assailed his decision to approve the search warrant.
Trump's rhetoric against the FBI has caught on with Republican voters, 54% of whom say federal law enforcement officials behaved irresponsibly in the case, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found this week. The FBI seized boxes containing 11 sets of classified materials at Mar-a-Lago, some of which were labeled "top secret" - the highest level of classification reserved for the most closely held U.S. national security information.
Such documents usually are typically kept in special government facilities because disclosure could cause grave damage to national security. Reinhart on Thursday said he also will grant the media' request to unseal redacted procedural records tied to the warrant, such as cover sheets, the government's motion to seal and the court's sealing order. The Justice Department did not oppose the release of those materials
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Firm founder honored among the nation's top personal injury attorneys for representation of truck wreck victims
FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Laird & McCloskey founder Steven C. Laird has been named to the Best Lawyers in America list for 2023 as one of the best plaintiffs' personal injury attorneys in the country.
His 2023 selection marks the 12th consecutive year to be honored by the prestigious legal guide.
"I'm very thankful to Best Lawyers for this honor," said Mr. Laird. "Getting justice for my clients and their families has been the most rewarding experience of my career, and these recognitions for the work my firm and I do on a daily basis are an incredible honor."
Mr. Laird has over 40 years of experience representing clients involved in trucking accidents and other personal injury claims. He has long been recognized for his success in securing favorable verdicts in complex personal injury litigation.
A courthouse veteran, Mr. Laird is one of only five trial lawyers in North Texas who are Board Certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is also Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and in Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Best Lawyers in America is widely considered one of the most reliable and respected sources for legal guidance. The distinguished list was first published in 1983 and is now the U.S. legal industry's oldest peer-review guide for showcasing the country's top attorneys.
About the Law Offices of Laird & McCloskey
The Law Offices of Laird & McCloskey is a Fort Worth, Texas, law firm whose lawyers and staff members are committed to finding justice in every case we handle. For more than 30 years, we have worked responsibly and diligently to represent individuals and families in personal injury cases where corporate and individual negligence has resulted in significant injuries and wrongful death. To learn more about the firm, visit http://texlawyers.com/.
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Alyssa Woulfe
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alyssa@androvett.com
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