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For Games of Wednesday, October 26 TEAM REC-Team's Record in games started by today's pitcher. CAR-Career record versus this opponent. VS OPP-Pitcher's record versus this opponent. For Games of Wednesday, October 26 TEAM REC-Team's Record in games started by today's pitcher. CAR-Career record versus this opponent. VS OPP-Pitcher's record versus this opponent.	https://www.sfchronicle.com/sports/article/MLB-Expanded-Pitching-Comparison-17534105.php	2022-10-25 22:01:33	1	https://www.sfchronicle.com/sports/article/MLB-Expanded-Pitching-Comparison-17534105.php
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Did you know that Dyson makes more than just vacuums? IN THIS ARTICLE: Dyson is a name synonymous with vacuums. We know the iconic company can create products that clean up dirt, debris and pet hair from your home. However, the company has more than one line of products. Dyson also makes air purifiers, headphones, lights and hair care products. The innovative company’s latest product is the Dyson Airstrait, a hair care tool that lets you style wet or dry hair without needing hot plates. All it uses is hot air. Why is the Dyson Airstrait better? Styling is a double-edged sword. In many instances, such as changing the color of your hair or heating it to style to your liking, you are damaging your hair to achieve a temporary look. There’s a constant quest to attain desirable styling results without negatively impacting the health of your hair. When you press your hair between two hot plates, it can convert keratin in a way that reduces your hair’s natural elasticity and strength. Dyson’s solution is to use a flow of hot air versus pressing it between two flat plates to straighten it out. The result is much kinder to your hair than using a flat iron. How does the Dyson Airstrait work? If you’ve ever been in a public restroom that uses a forceful blade of air to coerce moisture from your hands, you’ll understand how this product works. The styling tool dries and styles your hair by using a focused stream of hot air that moves down your hair at a 45-degree angle to dry it while taming it into shape. What features does the Dyson Airstrait have? The Dyson Airstrait can be used on wet or dry hair. It has an intuitive airflow that automatically adjusts to the best speed because it can sense when your hair is between the arms. For convenience, it also has a locking feature, an auto-pause and a high-definition LCD screen that displays airflow and temperature settings. Best Dyson products Dryson Airstrait This is the latest in Dyson hair care technology. It’s a blend between a hair dryer and a flat iron that can dry and straighten your hair with minimal risk for damage. Sold by Dyson Dyson Airwrap The Airwrap is a multi-styling tool that uses advanced directional air technology to curl, shape and hide flyaways. The device uses the Coanda effect to hold hair in place as it styles. Sold by Dyson Dyson Corrale This cordless device features plates that flex around your hair to hold it together. It’s small and versatile, able to create everything from curls and waves to smooth, straight styles. Sold by Dyson Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer The Dyson Supersonic uses advanced airflow technology to protect your hair from the extreme heat of drying. This model can quickly dry your hair and help increase smoothness and shine while decreasing frizz and flyaways. Sold by Dyson Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer Stand This handy device lets you store your Dyson Supersonic in a convenient location so it’s always within reach. Sold by Dyson Want to shop the best products at the best prices? Check out Daily Deals from BestReviews. Sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter for useful advice on new products and noteworthy deals. Allen Foster writes for BestReviews. BestReviews has helped millions of consumers simplify their purchasing decisions, saving them time and money. Image credit: Dyson Copyright 2023 BestReviews, a Nexstar company. All rights reserved.	https://www.yourbasin.com/reviews/br/beauty-personal-care-br/brushes-accessories-br/dyson-proves-you-can-straighten-wet-hair-with-new-airstrait-device/	2023-05-17 04:11:49	1	https://www.yourbasin.com/reviews/br/beauty-personal-care-br/brushes-accessories-br/dyson-proves-you-can-straighten-wet-hair-with-new-airstrait-device/
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department and lawyers for Donald Trump are at odds over whether the former president can assert executive privilege over documents seized from his Florida estate to shield them from investigators and over whether he can treat the records as his own personal belongings. Dueling legal briefs unsealed Monday lay bare a continuing dispute over the status of thousands of records taken during an Aug. 8 FBI search of Mar-a-Lago. Justice Department investigators want broad access to the documents as they consider whether to bring charges for the retention of top-secret information at the Palm Beach property, but Trump’s lawyers are resisting that. The disagreement is playing out before a veteran Brooklyn judge, Raymond Dearie, who was appointed to resolve disputes between the two sides and to conduct his own review to determine which of the seized records might be properly covered by claims of executive privilege and attorney-client privilege. Both sides submitted written arguments on points of disagreement, including whether Trump could designate records created or received during his administration as personal records while in the White House or after leaving it, and whether he could assert executive privilege to withhold certain documents from investigators’ review. The Trump team argued in its filing that Trump exercised his authority under the Presidential Records Act to designate as his own personal belongings the records that were later seized from Mar-a-Lago. It says that once a president has designated a record as personal, “the inquiry ends regardless of the content of a given document.” “President Trump was still serving his term in office when the documents at issue were packed, transported, and delivered to his residence in Palm Beach, Florida,” the Trump team wrote. “Thus, when he made a designation decision, he was President of the United States; his decision to retain certain records as personal is entitled to deference, and the records in question are thus presumptively personal,” Trump’s lawyers wrote. The Justice Department, for its part, accused the Trump team of “gamesmanship” and said that Trump was not entitled to claim as personal records documents that were clearly presidential. It also argued that Trump could not invoke executive privilege, a legal principle that permits the president to keep information secret to protect the confidentiality of presidential decision-making, as a way to now block the FBI from reviewing certain records. The FBI seized roughly 13,000 documents during its search of Mar-a-Lago, including about 100 with classification markings. A federal appeals court in September lifted a judge’s hold on the Justice Department’s ability to use the classified documents as part of its criminal investigation, but department lawyers want to be able to review the unclassified records as well because they say they may contain evidence of a crime. ____ Follow Eric Tucker on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/etuckerAP	https://www.fox16.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-trump-team-justice-dept-spar-over-seized-mar-a-lago-docs/	2022-11-15 18:16:57	0	https://www.fox16.com/news/politics/ap-politics/ap-trump-team-justice-dept-spar-over-seized-mar-a-lago-docs/
The annual awards hosted by the nonprofit New Heights Youth recognize champions of sports-based youth development in New York City NEW YORK, Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tredway, a triple bottom line real estate development firm that invests in, acquires, and preserves affordable, workforce, and mixed-income housing, today announced that its Founder and CEO, Will Blodgett, was named GameChanger of the year by New Heights Youth, Inc. (New Heights). The annual awards recognize and honor champions of sport-based youth development programs for their tireless work to change the game by extending critical opportunities to thousands of underserved students and their families. "I'm incredibly moved and honored to be recognized for my service to New Heights as a board member and as a New Yorker," said Blodgett. "Growing up as a kid with a chip on my shoulder and a passion for every type of sport, I know firsthand that harnessing your energy and competitive drive is the foundation for success in all aspects of life. I share this award with my team at Tredway, who are equally obsessed with championing the underdog and positively impacting the lives of others." "Will is a staunch advocate for our mission and approach to developing leaders both on and off the court," said Ted Smith, Executive Director of New Heights. "This well-deserved recognition stems from Will's work on behalf of vulnerable children and families and his unwavering belief in the powerful connection between athletic and academic achievement." As an empathic and passionate entrepreneur, Blodgett has focused his career on making a difference. He is deeply committed to causes that support underserved youth and emphasize the connection between sports and academics. In addition to New Heights, he serves on the board of The American Institute for Stuttering (AIS) and Children's Museum of Manhattan (CMOM). The 6th annual GameChangers Ball raised more than $1.6 million to support New York City youth and their families, allowing for after-school, weekend, and summer programs that help young people discover and nurture their talents to support academic success, physical and mental health, and socioeconomic mobility. This year's event drew more than 400 attendees from the worlds of sports, media, and business including New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley and former NBA players Lance Thomas, JJ Redick, and Emeka Okafor. Student athletes earn their way onto a New Heights team by proving themselves on the court and in the classroom. New Heights graduates have gone on to play in the NBA (Lance Thomas, Precious Achiuwa, Moses Brown ), WNBA (Emily Engstler, Kiah Gillespie), overseas, and at dozens of Division I colleges and universities. The program is renowned for cultivating leaders and preparing young men and women for careers at Fortune 500 companies such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Meta, among others. New Heights works to educate and empower promising youth to be leaders, champions, and student-athletes by developing the skills necessary for success in high school, college, and life. Over 85 percent of program participants identify as African-American, LatinX, or multi-racial, and many are the first in their families to graduate from college. About Tredway Tredway is a triple bottom line real estate development firm that invests in, acquires, and preserves affordable, workforce, and mixed-income housing. Driven by the conviction that safe, high-quality, and accessible housing is the single greatest determinant of equity and upward socioeconomic mobility in America today, Tredway combines strong relationships, industry know-how, and fluency in public-private partnerships to ensure successful outcomes for all stakeholders while maximizing impact. To learn about the advantages of partnering with Tredway, visit: www.tredway.com Media Contact: Kelly Magee kelly@rivetpr.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Tredway Management, LLC	https://www.wsaz.com/prnewswire/2022/10/28/tredway-founder-amp-ceo-will-blodgett-honored-with-2022-gamechanger-award/	2022-10-28 18:51:53	1	https://www.wsaz.com/prnewswire/2022/10/28/tredway-founder-amp-ceo-will-blodgett-honored-with-2022-gamechanger-award/
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is seen here on May 21. According to South Korea's Joint Cheifs of Staff, North Korea fired at least one ballistic missile on May 25. North Korea has fired at least three ballistic missile in an easterly direction on Wednesday morning local time, according to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff. Last week, a US official warned that North Korea appeared to be preparing for an intercontinental ballistic missile test during Biden's trip, after satellite imagery revealed activity at a launch site near the capital, Pyongyang. Biden met with South Korea's new President Yoon Suk Yeol over the weekend, where the two leaders said they would begin exploring an expansion of joint military drills between their countries. When asked whether he would meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, Biden said it would "depend on whether he's sincere and whether he's serious." To date, Biden's strategy has yet to yield a working meeting with North Korea in the year since the administration completed a review of the US policy toward the hermit kingdom, a senior administration official said, adding that "it has not been for lack of trying." Meanwhile, Yoon said that South Korea and its allies stand ready for any acts of North Korean provocation. Last month Kim vowed to "strengthen and develop" its nuclear forces at the "highest possible" speed. The latest launches mark the 16th time that North Korea has tested its missiles this year, including what the US believes was a failed intercontinental ballistic missile test on May 4 that exploded shortly after launch. US military and intelligence agencies assess Pyongyang may also be preparing for its first underground nuclear test in nearly five years. The office of Japan's Prime Minister also announced that a possible ballistic missile had been launched from North Korea on Wednesday, with the Japanese Coast Guard issuing a warning to vessels at 6:03 a.m. local time (5:03 p.m. ET Tuesday.) "The Ministry of Defense has reported that a possible ballistic missile has been launched from North Korea," it said, adding: "We advise vessels to keep an eye out for further information, and if you see any falling objects, do not approach them and report all relevant information to Japan's Coast Guard." Members of the Albany State University community held a send-off Tuesday for students Ed Gilbert and Sydney Blackburn as they left to compete in the NCAA Division II Nationals. Click for more. CNN's Jeremy Diamond. Kevin Liptak, Jessie Yeung and Paula Hancocks contributed reporting. Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Don't Threaten. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated. Be Truthful. Don't knowingly lie about anyone or anything. Be Nice. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism that is degrading to another person. Be Proactive. Use the 'Report' link on each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Share with Us. We'd love to hear eyewitness accounts, the history behind an article.	https://www.albanyherald.com/news/north-korea-launches-at-least-three-ballistic-missiles-south-korea-says/article_9ae29dc8-c360-5684-bb52-65f34af14d85.html	2022-05-24 23:13:23	1	https://www.albanyherald.com/news/north-korea-launches-at-least-three-ballistic-missiles-south-korea-says/article_9ae29dc8-c360-5684-bb52-65f34af14d85.html
NEW YORK (AP) — The head of the nation's financial watchdog is having second thoughts about how useful fines are in deterring illegal behavior in the financial industry, saying some companies have gotten so big that the money makes little difference. In an interview with The Associated Press, Rohit Chopra signaled that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau plans to deploy an array of tools that could limit the ability of a bank or financial firm to conduct business if they violate the law. In less than a year at the helm of the CFPB, Chopra has moved to turn the agency back into the assertive regulator it was under President Obama. The bureau took far fewer enforcement actions during the Trump administration. Some staff that had left the CFPB under President Trump have returned. The bureau has been adding enforcement staff and has reprioritized issues such fair lending that were set aside during the previous administration. People are also reading… Chopra, in a video interview with The Associated Press, said that the changes at the bureau have been necessary because the financial services industry has been transformed dramatically. Apple is now one of the biggest payment processors and has a credit card, Facebook tried to launch its own digital currency, and Amazon acts a financial middle man between merchants and customers in a way unthinkable a few years ago. There's also been the rapid growth of buy now, pay later companies, which offer ways for borrowers to split up a purchase into a small number of equal installments. It's a product that effectively did not exist in the U.S. even three or four years ago. In some of his earliest moves, Chopra directed the bureau to investigate whether technology companies such as Apple, Amazon, PayPal, Square and others may be violating privacy laws when it comes to payments. The bureau is also investigating whether buy now, pay later companies are causing consumers to take on too much debt as well as how those loans should be reported on consumers' credit reports. “We are trying to make sure that we have a real-world understanding of today's markets, not in light of what happened in the pandemic, but in light of banking has really changed in the past few years,” he said. Banks and other businesses have taken notice of the bureau's shift. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce launched an advertising campaign this summer deliberately targeting Chopra, who the business lobbying group has alleged is trying to “radically change” the financially services industry. Chopra is re-evaluating some of the traditional tools at regulators' disposal. Because of the size of some of these companies, he said that tools such as fines may no longer be sufficient to punish bad actors. The CFPB is exploring other ways to rein in illegal practices, ranging from limitations on a firm's growth or banning a company from opening new accounts, as well as imposing fines and liability on individuals instead of just the company. One option now being considered for repeat gross violations would be to revoke a bank's deposit insurance, under the premise it is operating in an unsafe and unsound manner. Revoking bank deposit insurance would be a crippling blow for any financial company. In April, the CFPB sued TransUnion for allegedly engaging in deceptive marketing of credit products, in violation of a 2017 enforcement order. The bureau also sued one of TransUnion's executives as part of its lawsuit, which is seeking monetary fines as well as an injunction to stop the practices. “We’re shifting our enforcement focus to these larger actors who knew something was a violation of the law but made a calculated decision to violate that law,” Chopra said. TransUnion has denied it violated the 2017 order and is fighting the CFPB's lawsuit. Chopra's comments partly reflect his experience as one of the Democratic seats on the Federal Trade Commission under President Trump. During his tenure, Chopra was openly critical of the regulator's history of big investigations into anticompetitive behavior that ultimately ended in an inconsequential fine against a large company. In 2019, the FTC fined Facebook $5 billion for the social media company's extensive privacy violations. While the fine was the largest ever imposed by the agency, it represented less than 10% of the company's total sales that year, and less than one-third of the company's annual profits. In the interview, Chopra reiterated that he believes the FTC's actions did little to stem Facebook's bad practices. “It felt like there were two standards at the FTC: hammer the little guy when they break the law, but when a big firm engaged in repeat offenses, it felt like nothing happened," he said. Chopra publicly referenced the need for more forms of enforcement than just a fine Wednesday after a company owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway was found to have illegally discriminated against potential Black and Latino home owners. “We will continue to seek new remedies to ensure all lenders meet and fulfill their responsibilities and obligations,” Chopra said. Other financial regulators have also taken a multifaceted approach. Regulators have fined Wells Fargo billions of dollars for various bad practices, including pressuring its employees to illegally open millions of fake accounts in order to meet unrealistic sales goals. But the Federal Reserve went further. Wells has remained under constraints set by the Fed since 2018, unable to grow its business until the central bank deems its culture problems to be resolved.	https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/watchdog-head-bad-actors-should-face-more-than-big-fines/article_456a0f5f-9809-58ab-b727-0b3c07120d93.html	2022-07-28 13:37:13	1	https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/watchdog-head-bad-actors-should-face-more-than-big-fines/article_456a0f5f-9809-58ab-b727-0b3c07120d93.html
- New product features strong protection for battery circuits and will help the company grow its global market share of products for battery-powered electronic devices SEOUL, South Korea, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation ("Magnachip") (NYSE: MX) announced today that the company has unveiled a new 24V Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor (MOSFET) for wireless earphone batteries. The new 24V MOSFET addresses the goal of battery designers for long battery life after a quick charge by reducing conduction loss. The core cell density of this new product has been increased by 30% as compared to the previous version, while the design of the core cell, termination and source pads has been enhanced in order to reduce the RDS(on) by 24%. As a result, the conduction loss is significantly reduced while charging and discharging and the overall efficiency for protecting battery circuits is improved. In addition, this 24V MOSFET features Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection to suppress abnormal voltages of more than 5V and can withstand a maximum of 2kV of ESD for strong circuit protection. With these features, the 24V MOSFET can help extend the service life of earphone batteries. Omdia, a global market research firm, estimates that the wireless earphone market will grow 15.1% annually from 2020 to 2026. This new 24V MOSFET is now in mass production and is being supplied for premium earphone batteries used by global earphone manufacturers. "Magnachip has developed this 24V MOSFET with outstanding performance after releasing three types of low-voltage MOSFETs that were designed to meet the rigorous demands of smartphone batteries," said YJ Kim, CEO of Magnachip. "Once again, we have demonstrated technology leadership with this new product and we look forward to expanding our family of products for battery-powered devices in the near future by introducing 24V MOSFETs for VR glasses and wearable devices." RDS(on): On resistance, the resistance value between the drain and the source of MOSFETs during on-state operation About Magnachip Semiconductor Magnachip is a designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platform solutions for communications, IoT, consumer, computing, industrial and automotive applications. The Company provides a broad range of standard products to customers worldwide. Magnachip, with more than 40 years of operating history, owns a portfolio of approximately 1,100 registered patents and pending applications, and has extensive engineering, design and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com. Information on or accessible through Magnachip's website is not a part of, and is not incorporated into, this release. CONTACTS: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation	https://www.weau.com/prnewswire/2022/07/18/magnachip-introduces-new-24v-mosfet-wireless-earphone-batteries/	2022-07-18 11:48:25	1	https://www.weau.com/prnewswire/2022/07/18/magnachip-introduces-new-24v-mosfet-wireless-earphone-batteries/
Which is better, a front-load or top-load washer? There are two main types of washing machines: front-load and top-load washers. Both usually come with the same cycles and settings, but they differ from one another in a few ways. Top-load washers are generally faster at getting clothes clean and can be more ergonomic. Front-load machines, meanwhile, often do a better job at washing clothes while being more energy-efficient. Front-load washers Front-load washing machines are common in many parts of the world, but especially in European countries. They are designed so that you put clothes inside the machine’s horizontal-axis drum from the front. Many of them are also larger than their top-load counterparts, meaning they can fit more clothes within. They are often better at cleaning clothes while using less water and energy than top-load machines. This makes them more energy-efficient, but it also reduces the wear on the clothes. Most front-load washers come with multiple settings and cycles to clean fabrics. However, they don’t usually include a setting for load size. This is mainly because these appliances are designed with water sensors to use only as much water as is needed. And they can make auto-adjustments to make them more efficient. Many manufacturers produce high-quality front-load washers, but the most recognized brands are LG, Samsung and GE. These machines usually cost $600-$1,200. Front-load washer pros - These machines can clean any type of clothing and fabric with minimal wear. - They’re energy-efficient and don’t waste as much water as other machines. - Some models are stackable for a space-saving washer/dryer combo, while others can be positioned side-by-side. - They can clean and wring out clothes effectively. - Newer models are quiet, making them ideal for smaller homes where noise travels. - Most can automatically adjust so cut down on waste and save you money. - The larger drum is perfect for big families or those who tend to clean many clothes or blankets at once. Front-load washer cons - They’re more prone to leaking than top-load washers, though this isn’t common. - If the drum is too full, clothes can get stuck near the door or even tear. - They require more routine maintenance and cleaning than top-load washers, especially near the door. - Due to their front-load design, clothes can spill out more easily when overfilled. - They require you to crouch or squat to use them, which can be difficult for those with mobility issues. Best front-load washers Samsung 4.5-Cubic-Foot Large-Capacity Smart Dial Front-Load Washer With Super Speed Wash Available in white or brushed black, this front-load machine has a 4.5 cubic foot capacity and offers a super speed wash cycle that takes 28 minutes. It comes with MultiControl which lets you operate a compatible stacked dryer from the washing machine. It also connects to Wi-Fi, making it convenient for changing settings, schedule cycles and more. Sold by Home Depot LG Electronics 27-inch 5-Cubic-Foot Mega-Capacity Smart Front-Load Washer This large front-load washer is designed for big families or people who prefer to do large loads. It can thoroughly clean clothes within 30 minutes. It has five powerful jets that can spray clothes from all angles and comes with built-in artificial intelligence that can automatically select the optimal settings for the load. It’s also highly efficient and compact. Sold by Home Depot Maytag 4.5-Cubic-Foot Stackable Front-Load Washing Machine A powerful appliance designed to combat the toughest of stains and grime, this front-load machine comes with the settings needed to wash clothes effectively and efficiently. With the quick-wash cycle, you can clean clothes in about 15 minutes. It also comes with a 12-Hour Fresh Spin setting that keeps clothes in the drum fresh long after the cycle ends. Sold by Home Depot Top-load washers Popular in America, top-load washers are designed so you can put clothes inside them from the top, making them easy to load. They usually have faster cycles than front-load machines. Plus, the door doesn’t generally lock once the cycle begins, meaning you can start it and still add in new clothes. These appliances have a cylindrical agitator in the middle of the water drum, which lets the machine wash fabrics vertically. Most models can’t be stacked, but some do come with a combination design. The main manufacturers of these machines are GE, LG, Samsung and Maytag. They cost $400-$1,000, on average, making them slightly less expensive than their counterparts. Top-load washer pros - Most models are more budget-friendly than front-load washers. - Some are energy-efficient. - They’re less likely to leak than front-load machines, and they’re easier to maintain. - They come with all the standard features and cycles of other washing machines. - Since they don’t require much bending, they’re easy for those with mobility issues to load. - The cycles are often faster than front-load machines. - They come in different sizes, so they’re considered ergonomic. Top-load washer cons - Most aren’t as efficient as front-load machines, especially when it comes to water use. - Since they’re harder to stack, they often require more space. - Some models are noisier than front-load machines. - Certain machines are harsher on clothes or don’t clean as consistently, especially on shorter cycles. - It can be difficult to grab small items, such as socks, from the bottom of the machine since doing so requires you to bend over and reach. Best top-load washers Samsung 5-Cubic-Foot Top-Load Washer With Active WaterJet Available in brushed black or white, this appliance is Energy Star-certified, meaning it’s very efficient. It has a large drum that’s easy to access without needing to bend down. It also comes with a Deep Fill option that lets you add extra water to cover all the fabrics within. The Active WaterJet feature makes it easy to pre-treat heavily soiled or stained clothes for a more thorough clean. Sold by Home Depot LG Electronics 4.8-Cubic-Foot Ultra-Large-Capacity Top-Load Washer With a direct drive motor that turns and rotates separately from the tub mechanism, this machine spins with a strong water flow for a gentle clean. The tub consists of durable stainless steel and can fit a king-size comforter with ease. Sold by Home Depot GE 4.5-Cubic-Foot High-Efficiency Top-Load Washer With Agitator This machine is designed with customizable water levels, meaning you can save water or add more as needed. It has all the standard cycles, including a deep clean and a speed wash cycle that lets you wash fabrics as needed. With 700 rotations per minute, this washer can efficiently remove water at the end of the cycle to make it easier to dry clothes. Sold by Home Depot Should you get a front-load or a top-load washer? Front-load and top-load washing machines usually come with similar settings, such as those for cotton, heavy-duty loads, whites and delicates. They can also handle any type of fabric. If you want an appliance that cuts down on space usage and is highly efficient, a front-load machine is best. But if you’d prefer something that’s easy to load and offers faster cycles, a top-load washer could be better. Want to shop the best products at the best prices? Check out Daily Deals from BestReviews. Sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter for useful advice on new products and noteworthy deals. Angela Watson writes for BestReviews. 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AgeJET™ offers the most advanced Plasma Skin Therapy to address aging skin conditions with a single non-invasive treatment. AgeJET Eye, an entirely new treatment for sagging eyelids, delivers an accretive revenue stream for practices and amazing results for patients. LEWIS CENTER, Ohio, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NEOconcepts, a leading distributor of aesthetic medical devices for dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and other medical aesthetic providers, has signed an exclusive agreement with Triworks, Palata, Italy, to introduce AgeJET, a revolutionary advancement in nitrogen plasma technology to the U.S. market. AgeJET is a non-ablative, anti-aging skin regeneration therapy that requires just one treatment to realize significant improvement without surgery or downtime. "The U.S. market has never had adequate access to this unique, high-end nitrogen plasma technology. The recent nationwide availability of AgeJET targets an unmet need among physicians in the U.S.," said Matthew Brulport, President and CEO of NEOconcepts. Nitrogen plasma works by exciting nitrogen atoms with ultra-high frequency energy to produce a thermal plasma burst that penetrates into the dermis. This technology treats 100% of the dermal architecture compared to only fractional areas of skin with lasers, providing far more effect per treatment with a higher safety profile. These characteristics make it the ideal modality to treat difficult areas around the eyes. "For the first time, we are able to address the sensitive upper and lower eyelid tissue to the lash line. AgeJET Eye is the most effective energy-based treatment to address the appearance of aging eyes in a single 10-minute treatment with little downtime." – Mikel Lo, MD, board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon. AgeJET Eye Video here. Triworks recognizes the opportunity to introduce this breakthrough technology to the U.S. market. "We are excited about our partnership with NEOconcepts, and confident that AgeJET's proven clinical efficacy and safety will be well received by physicians globally," said Elio Berccici, TriWorks President. Matthew Brulport, President NEOconcepts, said, "Our exclusive partnership with Triworks supports our company's heritage of bringing novel, innovative technologies to the aesthetic market. We are committed to delivering an ever-improving patient experience while meeting our customers' need for clinical efficacy and profitability. Triwork's expertise in manufacturing high quality devices makes all this possible." AgeJET is now available throughout the U.S. Additional information can be requested at info@neoconceptsinc.com. About NEOconcepts Contact: info@neoconceptsinc.com Website: neoconceptsinc.com/agejet View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NEOconcepts, Inc.	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/12/01/neoconcepts-introduces-next-generation-nitrogen-plasma-technology-with-agejet/	2022-12-01 21:54:02	1	https://www.wibw.com/prnewswire/2022/12/01/neoconcepts-introduces-next-generation-nitrogen-plasma-technology-with-agejet/
LONDON (AP) — The annual Notting Hill Carnival has returned to the streets of London for the first time since 2019, with more than 1 million people expected to take in the music, spectacular parades, dancing and food offerings at Europe’s largest street party on Sunday and Monday. The carnival, which celebrates Caribbean culture at the end of August every year, had to take place online for two years due to the coronavirus pandemic. The carnival traces its history back to 1958, when Trinidadian human rights activist Claudia Jones began organizing a gathering to unify the community after a series of racially motivated attacks on West Indians in west London’s Notting Hill neighborhood. The event has grown from a festival drawing several hundred people to a huge annual street party, with tens of thousands of performers in the colorful parade and more than 30 sound systems. Celebrations began on Saturday night, as more than 1,000 people gathered to watch a steel band competition in west London. Crowds of young children blowing whistles danced down the streets with their parents on Sunday, traditionally a more family-friendly day than Monday. Some children stood on the doorsteps of their houses waving Jamaican flags. Pepe Francis heads the Ebony Steelband Trust, which has been performing at the carnival for decades. “Since the band has started, I’m on my fifth generation of people and there’s been a lot of changes,” he said. “But our members look forward to carnival every year and practice takes place regularly from year to year.” “A lot of people have been waiting for it to come back,” Francis added.	https://www.wivb.com/entertainment-news/ap-notting-hill-carnival-returns-to-london-streets-after-hiatus/	2022-08-31 23:16:08	1	https://www.wivb.com/entertainment-news/ap-notting-hill-carnival-returns-to-london-streets-after-hiatus/
Nonprofit health plan ranked 72 in national list with nearly 90% of employees reporting the company as a great place to work OAKLAND, Calif., April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have honored Blue Shield of California as one of the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®. This is Blue Shield's second time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming year coming in at No. 72. Earning a spot means that Blue Shield has surpassed rigorous benchmarks, establishing itself as one of the best places to work in the country. To determine the 100 Best Companies to Work For, Great Place To Work analyzed the anonymous survey responses of more than half a million employees from Great Place To Work Certified™ companies with at least 1,000 workers. Companies also submitted essays describing their efforts to offer generous and innovative support for workers, which were validated against employee survey responses. "Creating a healthcare system that is worthy of our family and friends and sustainably affordable starts with our people who make this a great place to do meaningful work," said Paul Markovich, President and CEO, Blue Shield of California. "We believe that creating a great employee experience translates to a better member and customer experience, which is our top priority. We are honored that our efforts are once again recognized by Fortune and Great Place To Work." Making the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list is highly competitive. Survey responses reflect a comprehensive picture of the workplace experience. Honorees were selected based on their ability to offer positive outcomes for employees regardless of job role, race, gender, sexual orientation, work status, or other demographic identifier. "It's in times like these that the best workplaces separate themselves," said Michael C. Bush, CEO, Great Place To Work. "In a challenging economy, many companies reduce investments in their people and scale back goals for diversity, equity, and inclusion. But these companies, the 100 Best, relentlessly pursue a better work experience for every employee, and if anything, double down on the employee experience regardless of title, tenure, gender, or ethnicity. These companies know this is how you increase performance, productivity, and your innovation velocity when your firm needs it the most." "Fortune is pleased to have collaborated once again with Great Place To Work to recognize the 100 Best Companies to Work For," said Fortune Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell. "We congratulate all the organizations included in this year's ranking for creating positive work environments and value for their employees, especially during this period of economic uncertainty." The full list of Blue Shield of California's previous achievements is located here. About Blue Shield of California Blue Shield of California strives to create a healthcare system worthy of its family and friends that is sustainably affordable. Blue Shield of California is a tax paying, nonprofit, independent member of the Blue Shield Association with over 4.7 million members, over 7,800 employees and more than $22.9 billion in annual revenue. Founded in 1939 in San Francisco and now headquartered in Oakland, Blue Shield of California and its affiliates provide health, dental, vision, Medicaid and Medicare healthcare service plans in California. The company has contributed more than $192 million to Blue Shield of California Foundation in the last five years to have an impact on California communities. For more news about Blue Shield of California, please visit news.blueshieldca.com. Or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook. About the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Great Place To Work selected the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list by analyzing survey responses of over half a million employees who work for Great Place To Work Certified companies with at least 1,000 workers. The survey contained 60 employee experience questions that make up the Great Place To Work Trust Index™. Companies also submitted essays about their workplace benefits and employee support programs, which were validated against employee survey data. Great Place To Work determines its lists using its proprietary For All™ Methodology to evaluate and certify thousands of organizations in America's largest ongoing annual workforce study. Read the full methodology. To get on this list next year, start here. About Great Place To Work® Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, we have surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Our employee survey platform empowers leaders with the feedback, real-time reporting, and insights they need to make data-driven people decisions. Everything we do is driven by the mission to build a better world by helping every organization become a great place to work for all. Learn more at greatplacetowork.com and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. About Fortune The Fortune mission is to change the world by making business better. We achieve that by providing trusted information, telling great stories, and building world-class communities. We measure performance by rigorous benchmarks. And we hold companies accountable. Our goal is to make Fortune a force for good through its second century and beyond. For more information, visit www.fortune.com. 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At the outset of The Godfather, in a room shrouded in shadow, a stricken Sicilian undertaker whose daughter has been brutalized, kisses the hand of Marlon Brando's Don Corleone, asking for justice in a way the Don has indicated he must. In the background of the shot, not yet in focus either as a character or as an actor, but listening intently to Brando, is James Caan playing Sonny, the Corleone family's heir apparent. "Someday," says Brando's don to the undertaker." And that day might never come, I will call upon you to do a service for me." Many months later, Sonny — having long since come into focus as hot-headed, impulsive and violent — lies shredded by bullets on a mortuary slab, and "someday" has come. "I want you to use all your powers and all your skills," the Don tells the undertaker, seeking one last comfort for his son. "I don't want his mother to see him this way." Then his voice breaks. "Look how they massacred my boy." In the gangster flicks of an earlier era, nearly always told from the moralistic viewpoint of the authorities, this scene wouldn't exist. In 1972, The Godfather changed the formula. It asked us to identify not with the law, but with the Mafiosi. A new template: realistic gangsters Actually, it went further: It asked us to feel for the Mafiosi. And we did. When mobsters died in The Godfather, audiences wept. And the actors who played those mobsters became identified with them in ways that earlier actors — say, Jimmy Cagney, who played tough guys in The Public Enemy, The Roaring Twenties, White Heat, Angels with Dirty Faces and a dozen other films — never did. Of course, given the artificiality of gangster flicks in the 1930s and '40s, it made sense that no one would confuse Cagney with the tough guys he played, any more than he'd be confused with Broadway showman George M. Cohan when he played him in Yankee Doodle Dandy. But shortly after The Godfather made him a bankable star, James Caan got turned down when he tried to join a country club because its members so believed his performance, they thought that like Sonny, he was a "made man." "I'm not even Italian," he told them, "I'm Jewish." Didn't matter. And with The Godfather ushering in a new realism in mob movies, Caan wasn't alone. Ray Liotta, who exploded to stardom when he played the young lead in Martin Scorsese's GoodFellas, also struggled to avoid typecasting, going so far as to refuse a major role in The Sopranos (though he relented many years later, taking a part in last year's Sopranos movie prequel The Many Saints of Newark). Paul Sorvino, who played Paulie, Liotta's quietly thuggish mentor in GoodFellas, faced a similar struggle. Though he was an opera singer, a poet, and a deft comic actor, he got stuck in the public mind as a tough guy. He ended up playing mob bosses repeatedly over the next three decades, including as recently as last year in television's Godfather of Harlem. And the once-a-gangster-always-a-gangster problem didn't just apply to featured players. Quite a few of Sorvino's GoodFellas henchmen found steady employment with suburban mafioso Tony Soprano a decade later, including Paul Herman who played Beansie Gaeta, and Tony Sirico who played Paulie "Walnuts" Gualtieri. As the Mafia recedes, so must its interpreters Still, this wave of modern mafia epics was just that — a wave. And it crested with the six seasons of The Sopranos almost two decades ago. There are still occasional mob stories with Italian faces being produced. But in recent years, a more egalitarian Hollywood has turned its attention to African-American anti-heroes, Asian cyber-criminals and drug cartels from Latin America. And as the Mafia recedes, so, eventually, must its interpreters. All five of these actors – Caan, Liotta, Sorvino, Herman, and Sirico — were still robust and working at the start of this year. Now, in the space of just a few months, they're gone — which is perhaps unsurprising in actuarial terms, but still comes as a shock. We tend to freeze actors in the roles we best remember. Caan, for instance, was in his early 30s — young and vital — when he made The Godfather. But it's now a half-century later. Liotta was in his 30s, Sorvino, Sirico and Herman were in their 40s and 50s when GoodFellas premiered and that's 32 years ago. We remember them all at their peak, which makes their loss feel like the passing of a generation. It happens to every genre — the great silent comedians, the tap-dancing musical stars of the 1930s and '40s, the cowpokes and lawmen who rode a Cinemascope range in the 1950s. There will come a time — one hopes, many decades from now — when audiences will mourn the passing of a generation of superheroes. But this crowd is the one we're losing now: the mobsters we unexpectedly — and against all our better instincts — came to care about. Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.	https://www.knau.org/2022-07-28/like-a-mob-hit-the-passing-of-a-generation-of-movie-gangsters	2022-07-28 22:24:37	0	https://www.knau.org/2022-07-28/like-a-mob-hit-the-passing-of-a-generation-of-movie-gangsters
Committee Retains Moelis & Company LLC to Advise on Strategic Alternatives Process Company Urges Stockholders to Vote the WHITE Proxy Card to Support Southwest Gas Board's Strategic Alternatives Process to Maximize Value for All Southwest Gas Stockholders LAS VEGAS, April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SWX) ("Southwest Gas" or the "Company") today provided an update on the progress of the Company's previously announced strategic alternatives process. As previously announced, the Southwest Gas Board of Directors (the "Board") has formed a Strategic Transactions Committee (the "Committee") composed of independent directors, Anne Mariucci, Carlos Ruisanchez and Jane Lewis-Raymond, to lead an expeditious process to review all strategic alternatives available to maximize value for all Southwest Gas stockholders. Ms. Mariucci, who is serving as Chair of the Committee, Mr. Ruisanchez and Ms. Lewis-Raymond collectively have strong capital markets, M&A and regulatory experience. The Committee also today announced that it has retained Moelis & Company LLC as advisor to the Committee as it evaluates all potential options, including soliciting and considering proposals from interested parties for a sale of the Company or a sale of one or more of its business units, or the Company's previously announced plan to spin-off Centuri. Lazard will continue to serve as financial advisor to Southwest Gas and will work closely with Moelis on the process. The Committee stated: "Our Committee was formed to lead the process with one singular objective – ensuring we maximize value for all of our stockholders. We are committed to obtaining full price discovery of all of the options available. With the depth and experience of the Moelis team, we have the resources to undertake our assignment to obtain maximum value for stockholders." On April 18, 2022, Southwest Gas announced that, as a result of the receipt of an indication of interest well in excess of Mr. Icahn's $82.50 per share offer, the Board authorized the review of a full range of strategic alternatives to maximize stockholder value. The Board strongly recommends that stockholders vote "FOR ALL" its director nominees on the WHITE proxy card promptly upon receipt. The proxy materials and other information regarding the Board's recommendation for the 2022 Annual Meeting can be found at www.SWXBuildingValue.com. Stockholders who have questions or who need help voting their shares may call the Company's proxy solicitor, Innisfree M&A Incorporated, at 1 (877) 825-8621 (toll-free from the U.S. and Canada) or +1 (412) 232-3651 (from other countries). Lazard is serving as lead financial advisor to Southwest Gas and Morrison & Foerster LLP and Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP are serving as legal advisors. Moelis & Company LLC is serving as financial advisor to the Strategic Transactions Committee. About Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the business of purchasing, distributing and transporting natural gas, and providing comprehensive utility infrastructure services across North America. Southwest Gas Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary, safely and reliably delivers natural gas to over two million customers in Arizona, California and Nevada. The Company's MountainWest subsidiary provides natural gas storage and interstate pipeline services within the Rocky Mountain region. Centuri Group, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary, is a strategic infrastructure services company that partners with regulated utilities to build and maintain the energy network that powers millions of homes and businesses across the United States and Canada. How to Find Further Information This communication does not constitute a solicitation of any vote or approval in connection with the 2022 annual meeting of stockholders of Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. (the "Company") (the "Annual Meeting"), scheduled to be held May 12, 2022. In connection with the Annual Meeting, the Company has filed a definitive proxy statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), which the Company has furnished to its stockholders in connection with the Annual Meeting. The Company may furnish additional materials in connection with the Annual Meeting. BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING DECISION, WE URGE STOCKHOLDERS TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT (INCLUDING ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO) AND WHITE PROXY CARD AND OTHER DOCUMENTS WHEN SUCH INFORMATION IS FILED WITH THE SEC CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY, BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPANY AND THE ANNUAL MEETING. The proposals for the Annual Meeting are being made solely through the definitive proxy statement. In addition, a copy of the definitive proxy statement may be obtained free of charge from www.swgasholdings.com/proxymaterials. Security holders also may obtain, free of charge, copies of the proxy statement and any other documents filed by Company with the SEC in connection with the Annual Meeting at the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov, and at the Company's website at www.swgasholdings.com. Important Information for Investors and Stockholders: This communication does not constitute an offer to buy or solicitation of an offer to sell any securities. In response to the tender offer for the shares of the Company commenced by IEP Utility Holdings LLC and Icahn Enterprises Holdings L.P., the Company has filed a solicitation/recommendation statement on Schedule 14D-9 with the SEC. INVESTORS AND STOCKHOLDERS OF SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS ARE URGED TO READ THE SOLICITATION/RECOMMENDATION STATEMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE SEC CAREFULLY IN THEIR ENTIRETY BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Investors and stockholders may obtain a free copy of these documents free of charge at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov, and at the Company's website at www.swgasholdings.com. In addition, copies of these materials may be requested from the Company's information agent, Innisfree M&A Incorporated, toll-free at (877) 825-8621. Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements include, without limitation, statements regarding Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. (the "Company") and the Company's expectations or intentions regarding the future. These forward-looking statements can often be identified by the use of words such as "will", "predict", "continue", "forecast", "expect", "believe", "anticipate", "outlook", "could", "target", "project", "intend", "plan", "seek", "estimate", "should", "may" and "assume", as well as variations of such words and similar expressions referring to the future, and include (without limitation) statements regarding expectations with respect to a separation of Centuri, the future performance of Centuri, Southwest Gas's dividend ratios and Southwest Gas's future performance. A number of important factors affecting the business and financial results of the Company could cause actual results to differ materially from those stated in the forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the timing and amount of rate relief, changes in rate design, customer growth rates, the effects of regulation/deregulation, tax reform and related regulatory decisions, the impacts of construction activity at Centuri, whether we will separate Centuri within the anticipated timeframe and the impact to our results of operations and financial position from the separation, the potential for, and the impact of, a credit rating downgrade, the costs to integrate MountainWest, future earnings trends, inflation, sufficiency of labor markets and similar resources, seasonal patterns, the cost and management attention of ongoing litigation that the Company is currently engaged in, the effects of the pending tender offer and proxy contest brought by Carl Icahn and his affiliates, and the impacts of stock market volatility. In addition, the Company can provide no assurance that its discussions about future operating margin, operating income, COLI earnings, interest expense, and capital expenditures of the natural gas distribution segment will occur. Likewise, the Company can provide no assurance that discussions regarding utility infrastructure services segment revenues, EBITDA as a percentage of revenue, and interest expense will transpire, nor assurance regarding acquisitions or their impacts, including management's plans or expectations related thereto, including with regard to Riggs Distler or MountainWest. Factors that could cause actual results to differ also include (without limitation) those discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and in the Company's and Southwest Gas Corporation's current and periodic reports, including our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, filed from time to time with the SEC. The statements in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, even if subsequently made available by the Company on its Web site or otherwise. The Company does not assume any obligation to update the forward-looking statements, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise. Participants in the Solicitation: The directors and officers of the Company may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the Annual Meeting. Information regarding the Company's directors and officers and their respective interests in the Company by security holdings or otherwise is available in its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC and the definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A filed with the SEC in connection with the Annual Meeting. Additional information regarding the interests of such potential participants is included in other relevant materials filed with the SEC. Contacts For investor information, contact: Boyd Nelson, (702) 876-7237, boyd.nelson@swgas.com; or Innisfree M&A Incorporated, Scott Winter/Jennifer Shotwell/Jon Salzberger, (212) 750-5833. For media information, contact: Sean Corbett, (702) 876-7219, sean.corbett@swgas.com; or Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher, Dan Katcher / Tim Lynch, (212) 355-4449. View original content: SOURCE Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc.	https://www.ktre.com/prnewswire/2022/04/27/southwest-gas-strategic-transactions-committee-provides-update-strategic-alternatives-process-maximize-value/	2022-04-27 19:29:01	0	https://www.ktre.com/prnewswire/2022/04/27/southwest-gas-strategic-transactions-committee-provides-update-strategic-alternatives-process-maximize-value/
SACRAMENTO (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the California Lottery's "Daily Derby" game were: 1st:5 California Classic-2nd:10 Solid Gold-3rd:8 Gorgeous George, Race Time: 1:47.87 (1st: 5 California Classic, 2nd: 10 Solid Gold, 3rd: 8 Gorgeous George; Race Time: one: 47.87) ¶ To win the grand prize, ticket-holders must match in exact order the winning race time and the first, second and third place horses. Lesser prizes are given to ticket-holders who correctly match other horses or race times.	https://www.seattlepi.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-Derby-game-17337182.php	2022-07-29 02:51:03	0	https://www.seattlepi.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-Derby-game-17337182.php
Cesar Chavez athletic director fed up with football 'recruiting' in Twitter blast Laveen Cesar Chavez Athletic Director Lenny Doerfler took to Twitter on Saturday after seeing that a Chandler Hamilton assistant football coach had reached out to a Chavez player in a direct message. Doerfler put out a tweet late in the morning, saying in capitals, "STOP CONTACTING/RECRUITING CHAVEZ FOOTBALL PLAYERS." Doerfler added in the same tweet, "There is absolutely no reason for a coach, player, parent, trainer or anyone else to reach out to one of our athletes online or in person. A few examples of what our athletes are receiving." Doerfler, tagging Chavez head coach William Chipley, followed that up with screen shot of Hamilton defensive coordinator Tim Dougherty engaging in a direct message conversation on Twitter with the Chavez player. Doerfler blocked out the player's name and Twitter profile photo. Chipley followed that tweet, tagging high school football media in the Valley, with his own tweet, saying, "This is very frustrating when u are working ur tail off to build a program the right way." Chipley added this tweet: Doerfler told The Republic on Saturday late afternoon in a direct message that he plans to place his concerns with the Arizona Interscholastic Association. Doerfler also tweeted a screenshot of a conversation through direct message on Twitter of Desert Edge coach with a Chavez player in January. Desert Edge co-head coach Marcus Carter said the Arizona Interscholastic Association cleared Desert Edge of any recruiting allegations in February. There was a mass exodus of players at Cesar Chavez after the 2020 AIA season in which Chavez was left to just three games because the Phoenix Union High School District delayed the season and ended it after a few games because of COVID-19. Hamilton head coach Mike Zdebski was not at the final high school football 7-on-7, Big Man competition of June run by Chilly at Maricopa last week. Zdebski said he asked defensive coordinator Tim Dougherty about the messages that Doerfler posted. Dougherty said the Chavez player, who ended up being chosen the defensive lineman MVP, was overheard talking to Hamilton players about not being recruited by colleges during the competition. He said he was congratulating him because he didn't see him at the end of the competition when he was awarded the top honor. "The kid is doing well, he got the D-line MVP, but he's down in the dumps, because he's beating these kids who have D-I scholarships, or even opportunities to other places and he doesn't have anything," Zdebski said. "So they got into a little dialogue. Tim is trying to pump him up. He was showing what Deuce Davis (The Republic's Defensive Player of the Year and Arizona signee) was able to do. He didn't have any early D-I scholarship offers. "It's not worth it go out there and try to recruit kids. That would be one of the silliest things to do." To suggest human-interest story ideas and other news, reach Obert at richard.obert@arizonarepublic.com or 602-316-8827. Follow him on Twitter @azc_obert. Support local journalism: Subscribe to azcentral.com today	https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/high-school/2022/07/02/cesar-chavez-ad-fed-up-football-recruiting-twitter-blast/7796892001/	2022-07-02 23:56:30	0	https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/high-school/2022/07/02/cesar-chavez-ad-fed-up-football-recruiting-twitter-blast/7796892001/
NEWTOWN, Conn., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is announcing it has retained Paul Clement and Erin Murphy of Clement & Murphy, PLLC, to represent NSSF in its appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in its lawsuit, NSSF et al v. James. The lawsuit challenges New York State's unlawful public nuisance statute, which is designed to impose New York-style gun control on the lawful sale of firearms and ammunition products by permitting lawsuits against members of the industry for the criminal misuse of firearms that find their way into New York even when the sale occurred wholly outside the State of New York and in compliance with all applicable federal and the state laws where it took place. Paul Clement and Erin Murphy recently formed their own law firm after their prior firm, Kirkland & Ellis, abruptly announced it would, "no longer represent clients with respect to matters involving the interpretation of the Second Amendment." That announcement came just days after Clement and Murphy won the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case of New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen in which the court held the Second Amendment protects the right of law-abiding Americans to carry a firearm in public for self-protection. Rather than abandon their clients in the midst of ongoing representations, Clement and Murphy continue to stand by their principles and defend their clients' fundamental Constitutional rights. They wrote in the Wall Street Journal, "The American legal profession's willingness to take on and stand by controversial clients has made our system of justice the envy of the world. The profession shouldn't back down from its willingness to tackle the most divisive issues. We certainly won't." "NSSF is proud to be represented by such accomplished and skilled appellate lawyers who clearly demonstrate the depth of character so badly needed in today's legal system," said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior Vice President and General Counsel. "Both Clement and Murphy demonstrated bold and decisive resolve to stand with their clients instead of abandoning them at the behest of their previous firm. They have a sterling professional legal reputation that is solidly matched with their fidelity to their clients. NSSF and our industry co-plaintiffs are in the very capable hands of the nation's premier appellate law firm of Clement & Murphy, PLLC." Clement served as U.S. solicitor general during the President George W. Bush administration from 2004-2008. Murphy is an accomplished appellate lawyer who has argued several cases before the Supreme Court. -30- View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE National Shooting Sports Foundation	https://www.wbrc.com/prnewswire/2022/07/07/nssf-hires-clement-amp-murphy-pllc/	2022-07-07 16:19:10	1	https://www.wbrc.com/prnewswire/2022/07/07/nssf-hires-clement-amp-murphy-pllc/
TX El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM Zone Forecast for Tuesday, January 10, 2023 _____ 201 FPUS54 KEPZ 111049 ZFPEPZ Zone Forecast Product for New Mexico National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM 349 AM MST Wed Jan 11 2023 TXZ418-120200- Western El Paso County- Including the cities of Downtown El Paso, West El Paso, and Upper Valley 349 AM MST Wed Jan 11 2023 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 60s. West winds 15 to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming north after midnight. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 50s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming east 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. .THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear, cold with lows in the lower 30s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Highs in the mid 60s. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Not as cool with lows in the mid 40s. .SUNDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Very windy. Highs in the mid 60s. Lows around 40. Chance of rain 20 percent. .MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers after midnight. Lows around 40. Chance of rain 20 percent. .TUESDAY...Partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Breezy with highs in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent. $$ TXZ419-120200- Eastern/Central El Paso County- Including the cities of East and Northeast El Paso, Socorro, and Fort Bliss 349 AM MST Wed Jan 11 2023 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 60s. West winds 15 to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph, becoming north 10 to 15 mph after midnight. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 60. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming east 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. .THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 30s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Highs in the mid 60s. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s. .SUNDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Very windy. Highs in the mid 60s. Lows in the lower 40s. Chance of rain 20 percent. .MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the lower 40s. Chance of rain 20 percent. .TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the morning, then a chance of showers in the afternoon. Breezy with highs in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent. $$ TXZ420-120200- Northern Hudspeth Highlands/Hueco Mountains- Including the cities of Hueco Tanks and Loma Linda 349 AM MST Wed Jan 11 2023 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS MORNING TO 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... .TODAY...Mostly sunny and very windy. Highs around 60. West winds 20 to 25 mph, increasing to 25 to 35 mph this afternoon. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy and breezy. Lows in the mid 30s. Northwest winds 20 to 25 mph, becoming north 15 to 20 mph after midnight. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming east in the afternoon. .THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear, cold with lows in the lower 30s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 50s. East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon. .FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Highs in the mid 60s. .SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY...Partly cloudy and very windy. Lows in the lower 40s. Highs in the lower 60s. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Very windy with lows around 40. Chance of rain 20 percent. .MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy and breezy. Highs in the mid 50s. Lows in the upper 30s. .TUESDAY...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Breezy with highs in the lower 50s. Chance of rain 20 percent. $$ TXZ423-120200- Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties- Including the cities of Fabens, Fort Hancock, and Tornillo 349 AM MST Wed Jan 11 2023 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the mid 60s. Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 60. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming east in the afternoon. .THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear, cold with lows in the lower 30s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 60s. Southeast winds around 5 mph. .FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Highs in the upper 60s. .SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY...Partly cloudy and windy. Lows in the lower 40s. Highs in the mid 60s. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Breezy with lows in the lower 40s. Chance of rain 20 percent. .MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 50s. Lows in the upper 30s. .TUESDAY...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Highs in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 20 percent. $$ TXZ421-120200- Salt Basin- Including the cities of Cornudas, Dell City, and Salt Flat 349 AM MST Wed Jan 11 2023 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS MORNING TO 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... .TODAY...Mostly sunny and very windy. Highs in the mid 60s. West winds 25 to 35 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Cold with lows in the lower 30s. West winds 15 to 20 mph. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming east 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. .THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear, cold with lows in the upper 20s. East winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming south after midnight. .FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs around 60. South winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Highs in the upper 60s. .SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY...Partly cloudy and very windy. Lows around 40. Highs in the mid 60s. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the evening. Windy with lows in the upper 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent. .MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy and breezy. Highs in the upper 50s. Lows in the upper 30s. .TUESDAY...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Windy with highs in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 20 percent. $$ TXZ422-120200- Southern Hudspeth Highlands- Including the city of Sierra Blanca 349 AM MST Wed Jan 11 2023 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM EARLY THIS MORNING TO 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... .TODAY...Mostly sunny and very windy. Highs in the lower 60s. West winds 25 to 35 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 30s. Northwest winds 20 to 25 mph, becoming north 10 to 15 mph after midnight. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 50s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. .THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear, cold with lows in the lower 30s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 50s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Highs in the mid 60s. .SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy and very windy. Lows in the lower 40s. Highs in the lower 60s. .MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY THROUGH TUESDAY...Partly cloudy and breezy. Highs in the mid 50s. Lows in the upper 30s. $$ TXZ424-120200- Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspeth County- Including the city of Indian Hot Springs 349 AM MST Wed Jan 11 2023 .TODAY...Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs around 70. Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph, diminishing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight. .THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Cooler with highs around 60. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph. .THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 30s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph. .FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s. Highs in the lower 70s. .SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy and windy. Lows in the lower 40s. Highs in the upper 60s. .MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY THROUGH TUESDAY...Partly cloudy and breezy. Highs in the lower 60s. Lows in the lower 40s. $$ _____ Copyright 2023 AccuWeather	https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/weather/article/TX-El-Paso-Tx-Santa-Teresa-NM-Zone-Forecast-17710015.php	2023-01-11 12:32:35	0	https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/weather/article/TX-El-Paso-Tx-Santa-Teresa-NM-Zone-Forecast-17710015.php
WA Seattle WA Zone Forecast for Thursday, October 27, 2022 _____ 122 FPUS56 KSEW 281004 ZFPSEW Zone Forecast Product for Western Washington National Weather Service Seattle WA 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 Spot temperatures and probabilities of measurable precipitation are for today, tonight, and Saturday. WAZ558-282300- Seattle and Vicinity- Including the cities of Seattle, Shoreline, Federal Way, and Kent 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain at times in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain late in the morning. Partly sunny in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph in the morning becoming light. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. South wind to 10 mph. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Highs in the 50s. South wind to 10 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the evening, then a chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the 40s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. .SUNDAY...Rain likely in the morning, then rain at times in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. South wind 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the upper 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Lows in the lower 40s. .TUESDAY...Showers likely. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs in the upper 40s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Seattle 56 43 56 / 100 10 10 $$ WAZ559-282300- Bremerton and Vicinity- Including the cities of Bremerton and Silverdale 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain at times in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain late in the morning. Partly sunny in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Highs in the 50s. East wind 10 to 15 mph becoming south in the afternoon. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Light wind becoming south to 10 mph after midnight. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the evening, then a chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the 40s. Southwest wind around 10 mph becoming south after midnight. .SUNDAY...Rain. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the mid to upper 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Lows near 40. .TUESDAY...Showers likely. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Bremerton 55 40 55 / 100 10 20 $$ WAZ507-282300- Everett and Vicinity- Including the cities of Everett, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Marysville, and Arlington 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain at times in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain late in the morning. Partly sunny in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Highs in the 50s. Southeast wind to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the 40s. Southeast wind to 10 mph. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the 50s to lower 60s. Southeast wind around 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the evening, then a chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the 40s. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph. .SUNDAY...Rain. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Lows near 40. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Edmonds 55 44 56 / 100 10 10 Everett 54 44 55 / 100 10 10 $$ WAZ509-282300- Tacoma Area- Including the cities of Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, and Sumner 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain at times in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain late in the morning. Partly sunny in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph in the morning becoming light. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Light wind. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the 50s. Light wind becoming southwest around 10 mph in the afternoon. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the evening, then a chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the 40s. Southwest wind around 10 mph becoming south after midnight. .SUNDAY...Rain likely in the morning, then rain in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. South wind 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the mid to upper 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Lows near 40. .TUESDAY...Rain showers likely. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs in the upper 40s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers. Lows in the 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Puyallup 57 41 57 / 100 10 10 Tacoma 56 41 56 / 100 10 10 $$ WAZ556-282300- Bellevue and Vicinity- Including the cities of Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, and Issaquah 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain at times in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain late in the morning. Mostly cloudy in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Highs in the mid to upper 50s. East wind to 10 mph in the morning becoming light. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 40s. South wind to 10 mph. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 50s. South wind around 10 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the 40s. South wind around 10 mph. .SUNDAY...Rain at times. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph with gusts to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the mid to upper 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Lows in the lower 40s. .TUESDAY...Showers likely. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Bellevue 56 44 57 / 100 10 10 $$ WAZ555-282300- East Puget Sound Lowlands- Including the cities of Gold Bar, Enumclaw, North Bend, and Buckley 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain late in the morning. Mostly cloudy in the afternoon. Patchy fog early in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the 50s. Southeast wind to 10 mph with gusts to 20 mph in the morning becoming light. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the morning. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Light wind. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the 50s. Southeast wind to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the evening, then a chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 40s. South wind to 10 mph. .SUNDAY...Rain likely in the morning, then rain in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Highs in the upper 40s to mid 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph with gusts to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the lower to mid 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers likely. Lows in the upper 30s. .TUESDAY...Rain showers likely. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs in the upper 40s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Gold Bar 55 41 56 / 100 20 20 Enumclaw 54 39 55 / 100 10 10 North Bend 56 39 57 / 100 20 10 $$ WAZ503-282300- Western Whatcom County- Including the cities of Bellingham, Blaine, and Lynden 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then partly sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 20 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Cloudy with a chance of rain in the evening, then cloudy with rain after midnight. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Lows in the 40s. South wind 10 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Breezy, rain. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain at times. Lows in the lower to mid 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers likely. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. A slight chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Bellingham 55 43 55 / 40 30 40 Sumas 56 41 55 / 50 40 60 $$ WAZ506-282300- Western Skagit County- Including the cities of Mount Vernon, Anacortes, Sedro-Woolley, and Burlington 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then partly sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the 50s. Southeast wind to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the late evening and early morning. Lows in the 40s. South wind to 10 mph becoming southeast after midnight. .SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs in the 50s. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph becoming south 10 to 20 mph in the afternoon. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain in the evening, then cloudy with rain likely after midnight. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Lows in the 40s. Southeast wind 10 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Breezy, rain. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Highs in the 50s. Southeast wind 15 to 25 mph becoming south in the afternoon. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the lower to mid 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Lows near 40. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Lows in the 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. A slight chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Anacortes 58 45 58 / 50 20 30 Mount Vernon 57 43 57 / 80 10 20 $$ WAZ001-282300- San Juan County- Including the cities of Friday Harbor, Eastsound, and Roche Harbor 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then mostly sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the morning. Lows in the 40s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain in the evening, then cloudy with rain after midnight. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Lows in the 40s to lower 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph becoming southeast 10 to 20 mph after midnight. .SUNDAY...Breezy, rain. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Southeast wind 15 to 25 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Gusts to 35 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain at times. Lows in the 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the mid to upper 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers likely. Lows near 40. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with rain showers likely in the morning, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Lows near 40. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Friday Harbor 59 42 60 / 30 20 40 Eastsound 55 46 54 / 30 30 50 $$ WAZ510-282300- Admiralty Inlet Area- Including the cities of Port Townsend and Port Ludlow 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then partly sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the 50s to lower 60s. South wind to 10 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Southeast wind to 10 mph. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the 50s to lower 60s. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain in the evening, then cloudy with rain likely after midnight. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Lows in the 40s. South wind 10 to 20 mph. .SUNDAY...Breezy, rain. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the 50s to lower 60s. South wind 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain at times. Lows in the 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers likely. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Oak Harbor 55 43 56 / 60 10 20 Port Townsend 57 39 57 / 60 10 20 $$ WAZ511-282300- Hood Canal Area- Including the cities of Hoodsport and Brinnon 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain at times in the morning, then cloudy with a slight chance of rain late in the morning. Partly sunny in the afternoon. Patchy fog late in the morning. Rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch likely. Highs in the 50s. South wind to 10 mph in the morning becoming light. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. Light wind becoming southwest to 10 mph after midnight. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the 50s. South wind to 10 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the evening, then a chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph becoming south after midnight. .SUNDAY...Rain. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain at times. Lows in the lower to mid 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers likely. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .TUESDAY...Rain showers likely. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of rain showers in the morning, then a slight chance of rain showers in the afternoon. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Shelton 57 38 56 / 90 10 20 $$ WAZ504-282300- Southwest Interior- Including the cities of Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Centralia, and Toledo 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain at times in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain late in the morning. Mostly cloudy in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the 50s to lower 60s. South wind 10 to 15 mph in the morning becoming light. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy until early morning, then mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers in the morning. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows near 40. Light wind. .SATURDAY...Patchy fog in the morning. Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Light wind. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Southwest wind to 10 mph becoming south after midnight. .SUNDAY...Cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then cloudy with rain likely in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph with gusts to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain at times. Lows in the mid 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers likely. Lows in the upper 30s. .TUESDAY...Rain showers likely. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of rain showers in the morning, then a chance of rain showers in the afternoon. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Chehalis 57 38 58 / 100 10 10 Olympia 58 39 58 / 90 10 $$ WAZ512-282300- Lower Chehalis Valley Area- Including the city of Montesano 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain at times in the morning, then cloudy with a slight chance of rain late in the morning. Partly sunny in the afternoon. Patchy fog late in the morning. Rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch likely. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Light wind. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. Light wind. .SATURDAY...Patchy fog in the morning. Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Light wind becoming southwest to 10 mph in the afternoon. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the evening, then a chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the 40s. Light wind becoming south to 10 mph after midnight. .SUNDAY...Rain. Rainfall amounts one to three inches possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. Gusts to 30 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times. Highs in the 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers in the evening, then rain showers likely after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. .TUESDAY...Rain showers likely. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. $$ WAZ514-282300- Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca- Including the cities of Sequim and Port Angeles 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then partly sunny in the afternoon. Patchy fog late in the morning. Highs in the 50s. Wind variable to 10 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. Light wind becoming variable to 10 mph after midnight. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain. Highs in the 50s to lower 60s. Wind variable to 10 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain in the evening, then cloudy with rain likely after midnight. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Light wind becoming variable to 10 mph after midnight. .SUNDAY...Rain. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Gusts to 25 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain at times. Lows in the lower 40s. .MONDAY...Rain likely. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with rain showers likely in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs in the mid 40s to lower 50s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Port Angeles 56 41 56 / 30 20 30 Sequim 58 38 59 / 40 10 20 $$ WAZ515-282300- Western Strait of Juan De Fuca- Including the cities of Joyce and Clallam Bay 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Cloudy with a slight chance of rain in the morning, then mostly sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 40s to mid 50s. Wind variable to 10 mph. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers in the morning. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Wind variable to 10 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs in the upper 40s to mid 50s. South wind 10 to 15 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Rain likely in the evening, then rain after midnight. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Lows in the 40s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. Gusts to 30 mph after midnight. .SUNDAY...Rain. Rainfall amounts one to three inches possible. Highs in the 50s. Southwest wind 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 35 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the lower to mid 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon. Highs near 50. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers likely. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Highs in the mid to upper 40s. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs in the mid to upper 40s. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs in the mid to upper 40s. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Sekiu 54 45 54 / 20 40 60 $$ WAZ517-282300- Central Coast- Including the cities of Hoquiam, Aberdeen, Westport, and Ocean Shores 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Patchy fog in the morning. Cloudy with a chance of rain in the morning, then mostly cloudy in the afternoon. Highs in the 50s. South wind to 10 mph in the morning becoming light. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Light wind. .SATURDAY...Patchy fog in the morning. Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs in the 50s. Southeast wind to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain in the evening, then cloudy with rain likely after midnight. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Lows in the 40s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. .SUNDAY...Breezy, rain. Rainfall amounts one to three inches possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 15 to 25 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the mid to upper 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Rain showers in the evening, then rain showers likely after midnight. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. .TUESDAY...Rain showers likely. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Lows in the 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of rain showers in the morning, then a slight chance of rain showers in the afternoon. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Hoquiam 56 44 55 / 80 10 20 $$ WAZ516-282300- North Coast- Including the cities of Neah Bay, La Push, and Forks 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Patchy fog in the morning. Cloudy with a slight chance of rain in the morning, then mostly cloudy late in the morning. Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers early in the afternoon, then partly sunny late in the afternoon. Highs in the 50s. South wind to 10 mph increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers after midnight. A chance of showers in the morning. Lows in the 40s. South wind 10 to 15 mph. .SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy with rain likely in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 10 to 20 mph. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Breezy. Rain likely in the evening, then rain after midnight. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Lows in the 40s. South wind 15 to 25 mph. .SUNDAY...Breezy, rain. Rainfall amounts one to three inches possible. Highs in the 50s. South wind 15 to 25 mph becoming southwest 10 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Gusts to 35 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain. Lows in the lower to mid 40s. .MONDAY...Rain at times. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Lows in the mid 30s to lower 40s. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with rain showers likely in the morning, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers in the afternoon. Highs near 50. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers. Lows in the 30s. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs near 50. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the mid to upper 30s. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain. Highs near 50. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Forks 58 42 58 / 20 30 60 $$ WAZ513-282300- Olympics- 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. A chance of rain and snow in the morning. A slight chance of rain and snow late in the morning, then a slight chance of showers in the afternoon. Snow level near 4500 feet. .TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the evening. A slight chance of showers after midnight. A slight chance of snow showers in the morning. Snow level near 4500 feet. No snow accumulation near Hurricane Ridge. .SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Snow level near 4500 feet. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow in the evening, then cloudy with rain and snow likely after midnight. Snow level near 5500 feet increasing to 6500 feet after midnight. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. .SUNDAY...Rain and snow. Snow level near 7000 feet. Rainfall amounts one to three inches possible. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain and snow. Snow level near 7500 feet. .MONDAY...Rain and snow likely. Snow level near 5500 feet. .MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers likely. Snow level near 3500 feet. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Snow level near 3000 feet. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers. Snow level near 2500 feet. .WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers. Snow level near 2500 feet. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Snow level near 2500 feet. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Snow level near 2500 feet. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Hurricane Ridge 40 32 41 / 40 10 20 $$ WAZ567-282300- Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties- Including the cities of Marblemount and Concrete 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain and snow in the morning, then cloudy with a chance of rain and snow late in the morning. Partly sunny in the afternoon. Snow level near 4500 feet. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Snow accumulation up to 1 inch. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the evening, then a slight chance of showers after midnight. Snow level near 4500 feet. .SATURDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Snow level near 4500 feet. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow in the evening, then cloudy with rain and snow likely after midnight. Snow level near 4500 feet. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. .SUNDAY...Rain and snow. Snow level near 5500 feet. Rainfall amounts one to three inches possible. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain and snow. Snow level near 6000 feet. .MONDAY...Rain and snow in the morning, then rain and snow likely in the afternoon. Snow level near 5000 feet. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Snow level near 4000 feet. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Snow level near 3000 feet. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Snow level near 2000 feet. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers. Snow level near 1500 feet. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers after midnight. Snow level near 1500 feet. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Snow level near 1500 feet. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Mount Baker 38 33 36 / 90 30 50 $$ WAZ568-282300- Cascades of Snohomish and King Counties- Including the cities of Snoqualmie Pass, Darrington, and Index 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain and snow in the morning, then a chance of rain and snow late in the morning. A slight chance of showers early in the afternoon. Snow level near 5500 feet. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. No snow accumulation. Afternoon pass temperatures in the lower to mid 40s. Southwest wind in the passes to 10 mph with gusts to 20 mph becoming west around 10 mph in the afternoon. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers. Snow level near 5000 feet. No snow accumulation. Light wind in the passes. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of rain and snow. Snow level near 4500 feet. No snow accumulation. Afternoon pass temperatures in the lower to mid 40s. Light wind in the passes. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain and snow in the evening, then a chance of rain and snow after midnight. Snow level near 5000 feet. Light wind in the passes. .SUNDAY...Rain and snow likely in the morning, then rain and snow in the afternoon. Snow level near 6000 feet. Rainfall amounts a half inch to one inch possible. Afternoon pass temperatures in the upper 30s to mid 40s. Southwest wind in the passes around 10 mph with gusts to 20 mph. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain and snow. Snow level near 7000 feet. .MONDAY...Rain and snow likely. Snow level near 6000 feet. .MONDAY NIGHT...Showers likely. Snow level near 4500 feet. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Snow level near 3000 feet. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the evening, then a slight chance of showers after midnight. Snow level near 2500 feet. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers. Snow level near 2000 feet. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Snow level near 2000 feet. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Snow level near 2000 feet. TEMPERATURE / PRECIPITATION Snoqualmie Pass 45 34 46 / 100 10 10 Stevens Pass 41 32 41 / 100 10 10 $$ WAZ569-282300- Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties- Including the cities of Randle, Packwood, Ashford, and Morton 303 AM PDT Fri Oct 28 2022 .TODAY...Rain and snow in the morning, then a chance of showers early in the afternoon. A slight chance of showers late in the afternoon. Snow level near 6500 feet. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. No snow accumulation. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Snow level near 5500 feet. .SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of rain and snow in the morning, then a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Snow level near 5000 feet. No snow accumulation. .SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain and snow after midnight. Snow level near 5500 feet. .SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow in the morning, then cloudy with rain and snow likely in the afternoon. Snow level near 6000 feet increasing to 7000 feet in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. .SUNDAY NIGHT...Rain and snow in the evening, then rain and snow likely after midnight. Snow level near 8000 feet. .MONDAY...Rain and snow likely. Snow level near 7000 feet decreasing to 6000 feet in the afternoon. .MONDAY NIGHT...Cloudy with showers likely in the evening, then cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Snow level near 5000 feet. .TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Snow level near 3500 feet. .TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the evening, then a slight chance of showers after midnight. Snow level near 3000 feet. .WEDNESDAY...Partly sunny with a slight chance of showers. Snow level near 2500 feet. .WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. Snow level near 2500 feet. .THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Snow level near 2500 feet. $$ _____ Copyright 2022 AccuWeather	https://www.sfchronicle.com/weather/article/WA-Seattle-WA-Zone-Forecast-17540782.php	2022-10-28 10:47:25	1	https://www.sfchronicle.com/weather/article/WA-Seattle-WA-Zone-Forecast-17540782.php
STOCKHOLM (AP) — Scandinavian Airlines pilots in Sweden, Norway and Denmark early Tuesday called off a strike that has been causing major disruption for 15 days after reaching a deal with management. The carrier has said the strike has led to the cancellation of around half of all SAS scheduled flights and had impacted thousands of passengers per day. SAS CEO Anko van der Werff said the parties had agreed on an agreement for the next five-and-a-half years that guarantees both cost savings and job security for the pilots. “I am pleased to report that we now have come to an agreement with all four pilot unions for SAS Scandinavia and the strike has ended. Finally, we can resume normal operations and fly our customers on their much longed-for summer holidays. I deeply regret that so many of our passengers have been impacted by this strike,” van der Werff said in a statement, Some 900 pilots walked out July 4, citing inadequate pay and working conditions and expressing dissatisfaction with the decision by the carrier to hire new pilots to fill vacancies at its subsidiary airlines, SAS Link and SAS Connect, rather than rehire former pilots who were laid off due to the pandemic. “Pilots have secured an important breakthrough. Four hundred and fifty pilots who were laid off during the corona pandemic have been guaranteed re-employment and the pilot associations’ collective agreements will also apply to the new companies SAS Connect and SAS Link,” the pilot association SAS Pilot Group said in a statement. SAS said the strike led to the cancellation of more than 3,700 flights, affecting more than 380,000 passengers, adding the walkout cost 100 million-130 million Swedish kronor ($9.5-12.3 million) per day in lost revenue and costs.	https://www.mrt.com/news/article/SAS-pilots-reach-agreement-with-management-end-17313889.php	2022-07-19 08:51:11	1	https://www.mrt.com/news/article/SAS-pilots-reach-agreement-with-management-end-17313889.php
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tennessee Titans announced Tuesday that they are making a change at Nissan Stadium switching from natural grass to an innovative Hellas turf system that will provide players a safe surface with a natural grass feel and the predictability of synthetic turf. As part of the decision-making process, the Titans reviewed data from the NFL which showed that more lower body injuries occurred on Nissan Stadium's grass than on each of the monofilament fields in the NFL over the past several seasons. Nissan Stadium was also consistently among the leaders in lower body injuries of stadiums across the league. "Ultimately we've landed on the decision, based on that data, to transition to a monofilament surface with an organic infill that mimics the natural feel of grass while getting the consistency and durability of field turf," Titans president and CEO Burke Nihill said. With player safety driving this decision, as well as the inherent difficulties with growing and maintaining natural grass in the Nashville climate, the Titans decided to partner with Hellas to install a complete turf system. The technology and research behind this system emulates the experience of playing on natural grass. The specific turf system at Nissan Stadium includes Matrix Helix® monofilament turf and a Cushdrain® shock pad. What makes it unique is the organic infill used in the system. Hellas' organic infill is made with natural fibers that add to the grass look and feel, especially when it comes to foot traction and cleat release. Nissan Stadium is the first NFL stadium to use organic infill in a synthetic turf system. This is the same turf system the Titans practice on at their training facility. Coach Mike Vrabel said he noticed the grass [in Nissan Stadium] becoming slick even when replaced with new sod, causing players to slip. Vrabel said players responded favorably to the new indoor surface. "Just witnessing our practices inside and how they feel and how they respond on that product," Vrabel said. "We're excited to be able to add this product to our stadium." Reed Seaton, President and CEO of Hellas said to Tennessee Titans Reporter Jim Wyatt, "The consistency of the turf will benefit the players. No matter where an athlete puts a cleat in that turf, it's the same all over the entire field from game to game." Seaton added, "A properly built synthetic turf field with organic infill and a pad is a superior system to a mediocre grass field." Construction of the Hellas synthetic turf system is underway and is expected to be complete by the 2023 NFL season. About Hellas Construction Inc. – Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Hellas Construction is America's largest sports contractor specializing in the manufacturing, construction, and installation of sports surfaces and amenities. Hellas manufactures its own products, as well as owns and operates its own heavy construction equipment making the company a true one-stop-shop for turf, tracks, courts, and sports lighting projects. In addition to hundreds of K-12 sports surfacing projects, Hellas has built NFL practice and playing fields for the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Rams, Los Angeles Chargers, Kansas City Chiefs, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders, Jacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins, and Green Bay Packers. For more information visit www.hellasconstruction.com About Tennessee Titans - Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, the Titans are part of the NFL's AFC South Division and began playing at Nissan Stadium in Nashville in 1999. Founded as the Houston Oilers in 1960, the team moved to Tennessee in 1997. The Titans practice at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park facility. For more information visit www.Tennesseetitans.com Contact: Erika Waters Hellas Director of Marketing ewaters@hellasconstruction.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Hellas Construction, Inc.	https://www.cleveland19.com/prnewswire/2023/02/01/hellas-matrix-helix-synthetic-turf-system-being-installed-tennessee-titans-nissan-stadium/	2023-02-01 23:16:35	0	https://www.cleveland19.com/prnewswire/2023/02/01/hellas-matrix-helix-synthetic-turf-system-being-installed-tennessee-titans-nissan-stadium/
COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. -- Alex Murdaugh is testifying in his own defense, as he and his defense attorneys work to convince a jury he is innocent in the June 2021 killings of his wife Margaret "Maggie" Murdaugh and 22-year-old son Paul Murdaugh. Murdaugh has pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder and two weapons charges in the June 2021 killings of his wife Margaret "Maggie" Murdaugh and 22-year-old son Paul Murdaugh at the family's estate in Islandton, South Carolina. Prosecutors accuse Murdaugh of killing his wife and son to distract from an array of financial misconduct allegations against him, while his defense attorneys argue he is a caring father who has been wrongly accused after a mishandled investigation, CNN reported. RELATED \| Alex Murdaugh's surviving son testifies he was 'destroyed' by fatal shootings of wife, son The now-disbarred lawyer is separately facing 99 charges stemming from those alleged financial schemes, including money laundering, insurance fraud and forgery. In court Wednesday, the defense asked Judge Clifton Newman to issue a ruling that would limit prosecutors' ability to cross-examine Murdaugh about his alleged financial crimes if he testifies. Newman said he would be willing to review Murdaugh's privilege against self-incrimination, but denied the request, saying, "For the court to issue some blanket order limiting the scope of cross-examination -- that is unheard of to me." The judge previously ruled to allow prosecutors to present evidence related to Murdaugh's alleged financial crimes, which the defense has argued are irrelevant to the murder case. The state, however, contends the purported misconduct was about to be revealed at the time of the killings and provided Murdaugh with a motive to fatally shoot his wife and son by the family's dog kennels that night. RELATED \| Paul Murdaugh confronted father about finding pills month before shooting, prosecutors say Prosecutors rested their case last week after calling more than 60 witnesses to the stand. In the absence of direct DNA or eyewitness evidence connecting Murdaugh to the killings, they have attempted to show Murdaugh lied to investigators and was at the scene just minutes before the fatal shootings. Murdaugh has repeatedly denied being at the scene for the fatal shootings. He told investigators he had gone to visit his mother that evening and found the bodies by the kennels when he returned home later that night. Attorneys build case in Murdaugh's defense So far, the defense has called witnesses including the county coroner, one of Murdaugh's former law partners, forensics experts and his surviving son, Buster Murdaugh, in their effort to reveal flaws in the investigation and paint Murdaugh as shocked and devastated on the night of the fatal shootings. Buster Murdaugh testified that his father was "destroyed" by the killings of Paul and Maggie. "He was heartbroken. I walked in the door and saw him, gave him a hug," he said of seeing his father in the hours after learning of the deaths of his brother and mother. Alex Murdaugh was "just broken down," Buster said, adding his father was crying and couldn't really speak. Buster's testimony was intended to undermine statements made by a state witness who previously testified he believed Alex Murdaugh had made an inadvertent confession to investigators. The witness, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division Special Agent Jeff Croft, said he believed Murdaugh said "I did him so bad" in reference to Paul's body during an emotional interview with investigators on June 10, 2021. The defense has argued Murdaugh actually said, "They did him so bad" -- a claim Buster supported. The son said he heard his father use the phrase more than once on the night of the killings. Murdaugh's former law partner, Mark Ball, also supported that interpretation in his testimony. He said Alex Murdaugh was "devastated" the night of the killings and told Ball, "Look at what they did. Look at what they did to them." Ball also testified that Murdaugh repeatedly said he had not been at the kennels before finding the bodies that night. But he said he now thinks that is not true after hearing Murdaugh's voice in the background of a video that was filmed on Paul's phone minutes before the state says the killings occurred. In the video, which appears to have been taken at the kennels, three voices can be heard in the background, which family friends have testified belong to Alex, Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. RELATED \| Prosecutors doubt Alex Murdaugh had time to check wife, son's pulse before calling 911 Ball said he has "no doubt" it is Alex Murdaugh's voice that is heard in the footage. At least nine witnesses have identified Murdaugh's voice on the video, recorded at the scene at 8:44 p.m., around the time of the shootings. Treatment of crime scene 'just pissed me off,' witness says The defense also used Ball's testimony to support their argument that the investigation and crime scene were mishandled. When Ball arrived at the Murdaugh's home the night of the killings, he testified, there were no barricades or police tape to prevent people from entering the property and walking around the scene. He said the coroner, citing instructions from South Carolina Law Enforcement Division investigators, asked people to gather inside the family's house, where people began cleaning up. This concerned Ball, who worried whether it was safe and whether the house was part of the crime scene, wondering if their presence there might impede the investigation. "Where does the crime scene start and stop?" Ball wondered, adding it did not appear investigators had searched the house. Ball also recalled watching the rain that was falling that evening drip onto Paul's body, which was covered by a sheet, and pool around it. Maggie's body was covered and under a tent, he said. "It's a crime scene. You don't want water dripping all over the place," Ball said. "But more importantly, I thought it was pretty disrespectful. Paul was a good young man and, quite frankly, it just pissed me off." When he returned to the property the next day -- after he'd been told investigators had released the scene, he said -- he looked into the feed room where Paul was shot and saw "a piece of Paul's skull about the size of a baseball laying there," he said. "It just infuriated me that this young man had been murdered and there was still his remains there." The-CNN-Wire& 2023 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved.	https://6abc.com/alex-murdaugh-trial-murders-live/12865546/	2023-02-23 16:02:13	1	https://6abc.com/alex-murdaugh-trial-murders-live/12865546/
Two former Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd’s killing told a judge Monday that they have rejected plea deals that would have resulted in three-year prison sentences, setting the stage for trial in October. Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng are charged with aiding and abetting both second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in Floyd’s death. They and Thomas Lane were working with Derek Chauvin when he pinned Floyd’s neck with his knee for more than nine minutes as the 46-year-old Black man said he couldn’t breathe and eventually grew still. The killing, captured in bystander video, sparked protests worldwide and a reckoning on racial injustice. Chauvin, who is white, was convicted of second-degree murder last year and sentenced to 22 1/2 years on the state charge. Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill had set a limited window for accepting a plea deal ahead of trial, and Monday’s brief hearing served to formalize the ex-officers’ rejections of the state’s offers. “It would be lying for me to accept any plea offer,” said Thou, who held back concerned bystanders as Chauvin pinned Floyd. Thao, Kueng and Lane were convicted in federal court in February of violating Floyd’s civil rights. Lane, who held Floyd’s legs and twice asked if he should be turned on his side, was sentenced to 2 1/2 years. Thao was sentenced to 3 1/2 years. Kueng, who pinned Floyd’s back, was sentenced to 3 years. Assistant Attorney General Matt Frank said plea negotiations began in earnest in May and continued into June. The offers would have dropped the charge of aiding and abetting murder, and the officers’ state time would have run concurrently with the federal sentences. The trial is scheduled to begin Oct. 24, with opening statements Nov. 7. Lane avoided a state trial by pleading guilty in May to aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter in a deal that calls for a three-year sentence. His sentencing is Sept. 21. Chauvin was sentenced to 21 years on the federal civil rights charge. He remains in the state’s maximum security prison at Oak Park Heights pending his transfer to federal prison. The other three remain free on bail. ___ Associated Press writer Amy Forliti contributed to this story. Join the Conversation We invite you to use our commenting platform to engage in insightful conversations about issues in our community. We reserve the right at all times to remove any information or materials that are unlawful, threatening, abusive, libelous, defamatory, obscene, vulgar, pornographic, profane, indecent or otherwise objectionable to us, and to disclose any information necessary to satisfy the law, regulation, or government request. We might permanently block any user who abuses these conditions.	https://www.twincities.com/2022/08/15/thao-kueng-say-they-rejected-plea-deal-in-george-floyd-killing/	2022-08-15 16:53:45	1	https://www.twincities.com/2022/08/15/thao-kueng-say-they-rejected-plea-deal-in-george-floyd-killing/
By AAMER MADHANI, EILEEN NG and ZEN SOO WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House on Monday decried Beijing’s rhetoric over an expected visit by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan, vowing the United States “will not take the bait or engage in saber rattling” and has no interest in increasing tensions with China. White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby underscored that the decision on whether to visit the self-ruled island that China claims as its own was ultimately Pelosi’s. He noted that members of Congress have routinely visited Taiwan over the years. Kirby said administration officials are concerned that Beijing could use the visit as an excuse to take provocative retaliatory steps, including military action such as firing missiles in the Taiwan Strait or around Taiwan, flying sorties into Taiwan’s airspace and carrying out large-scale naval exercises in the strait. “Put simply, there is no reason for Beijing to turn a potential visit consistent with long-standing U.S. policy into some sort of crisis or use it as a pretext to increase aggressive military activity in or around the Taiwan Strait,” Kirby said. The Biden administration pushed back on Beijing as Pelosi held talks with officials in Singapore on Monday at the start of her Asian tour. While there have been no official announcements, local media in Taiwan reported that Pelosi will arrive Tuesday night, making her the highest-ranking elected U.S. official to visit in more than 25 years. The United Daily News, Liberty Times and China Times — Taiwan’s three largest national newspapers — cited unidentified sources as saying she would arrive in Taipei after visiting Malaysia and spend the night. Talk of such a visit is sparking fury in Beijing, which regards Taiwan as its own territory and has repeatedly warned of “serious consequences” if the reported trip goes ahead. “If Pelosi insists on visiting Taiwan, China will take resolute and strong measures to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said in Beijing, without giving details. “Those who play with fire will perish by it,” Zhao said. “We would like to once again admonish the U.S. that we are fully prepared for any eventuality and the PLA will never sit idly by.” The People’s Liberation Army is China’s military. China’s U.N. Ambassador Zhang Jun reiterated Beijing’s threat to take action if Pelosi makes what he called a “provocative” visit to Taiwan, reiterating that the “one China principle” is a “red line” and “we allow no one to cross this red line.”’ Zhang told a news conference at the start of China’s presidency of the U.N. Security Council this month that Taiwan’s tendency toward independence is further developing “with the support of some external forces,” which he didn’t name. “So, if we do not take appropriate, forceful action to stop it, and the situation might be even out of control,” Zhang said. “So it is legitimate for the Chinese government, for the Chinese military, to take any action to prevent Taiwan to go further down the wrong direction, namely towards independence.” Zhang said he wasn’t in a position to reveal what actions, “but what I can tell is that the firmness, the determination is there. We will do whatever we can to defend our sovereignty and the territorial integrity.” Chinese President Xi Jinping also warned the U.S. against meddling in Beijing’s dealings with the island in a phone call last week with President Joe Biden. Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock warned against a Chinese invasion of Taiwan while sharply criticizing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Baerbock told reporters at U.N. headquarters in New York on Monday: “We do not accept when international law is broken and a larger neighbor attacks its smaller neighbor in violation of international law — and of course that also applies to China.” China has been steadily ratcheting up diplomatic and military pressure on Taiwan. Threats of retaliation for a visit by Pelosi have driven concerns of a new crisis in the Taiwan Strait, which separates the two sides, that could roil global markets and supply chains. Beijing sees official American contact with Taiwan as encouragement to make the island’s decades-old de facto independence permanent, a step U.S. leaders say they don’t support. Pelosi, head of one of three branches of the U.S. government, would be the highest-ranking elected American official to visit Taiwan since then-Speaker Newt Gingrich in 1997. The Biden administration has tried to assure Beijing there was no reason to “come to blows” and that if such a visit occurred, it would signal no change in U.S. policy. Administration officials on Monday called on China to tone down the rhetoric, underscoring that there was no reason for Beijing to escalate tensions in the Taiwan Strait over the potential visit. Members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee were to receive a classified briefing on Taiwan from senior Pentagon and State Department officials on Monday evening. “What I can say is this: this is very much precedent in the sense that previous speakers have visited Taiwan, many members of Congress go to Taiwan, including this year,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said. “And so, if the speaker does decide to visit and China tries to create some kind of crisis or otherwise escalate tensions, that would be entirely on Beijing.” Still, U.S. officials have signaled that the military would be prepared to respond if needed in the event of any action by China in response to any possible stop in Taiwan by Pelosi. On Monday, the Navy aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan and its strike group were in the Philippine Sea, according to the officials who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss military operations. The Reagan, the USS Antietam, a cruiser, and the USS Higgins, a destroyer, left Singapore after a port visit and moved north, heading to their homeport in Japan. The carrier has an array of aircraft, including F/A-18 fighter jets and helicopters, on board as well as sophisticated radar systems and other weapons. Taiwan and China split in 1949 after the Communists won a civil war on the mainland. Both sides say they are one country but disagree over which government is entitled to national leadership. They have no official relations but are linked by billions of dollars of trade and investment. The United States switched diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing in 1979, but maintains informal relations with the island. Washington is obligated by the Taiwan Relations Act, a federal law, to see that Taiwan has the means to defend itself. Washington’s “One China policy” says it takes no position on the status of the two sides but wants their dispute resolved peacefully. Beijing promotes an alternative “One China principle” that says they are one country and the Communist Party is its leader. “We expect to see Beijing continue to use inflammatory rhetoric and disinformation in the coming days,” Kirby said. “The United States, by contrast, will act with transparency.” On Monday, Pelosi met with Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, President Halimah Yacob and other Cabinet members. Singapore’s Foreign Ministry said Lee welcomed a U.S. commitment to strong engagement with the region, and the two sides discussed ways to deepen U.S. economic involvement through initiatives such as the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Lee and Pelosi also discussed the war in Ukraine, tensions surrounding Taiwan and mainland China, and climate change, it said in a statement. Lee “highlighted the importance of stable U.S.-China relations for regional peace and security,” it added, in an apparent allusion to reports of Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan. Pelosi has said she is visiting Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and Japan in a tour to discuss trade, the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, security and “democratic governance.” On Thursday, Pelosi is to meet with South Korean National Assembly Speaker Kim Jin Pyo in Seoul for talks on security in the Indo-Pacific region, economic cooperation and the climate crisis, Kim’s office said in a statement. It declined to provide further details about her itinerary, including when she is arriving in South Korea and how long she’ll stay. Pelosi’s schedule for Wednesday remains unclear and there were no details on when she will head to Japan. ___ Ng reported from Kuala Lumpur and Soo reported from Hong Kong. Associated Press writers Huizhong Wu in Taipei, Taiwan; Kim Hyung-jin in Seoul, South Korea; Edith Lederer at the United Nations; and Lolita C. Baldor, Josh Boak, and Matthew Lee in Washington contributed to this report.	https://www.trentonian.com/2022/08/01/white-house-decries-china-rhetoric-over-pelosi-taiwan-visit/	2022-08-02 02:10:17	1	https://www.trentonian.com/2022/08/01/white-house-decries-china-rhetoric-over-pelosi-taiwan-visit/
Knicks vs. Cavaliers: Betting Trends, Odds, Records Against the Spread, Home/Road Splits The New York Knicks are 1.5-point favorites heading into Game 3 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden on Friday, starting at 8:30 PM ET on ABC, MSG, and BSOH. The series is tied 1-1. The point total is set at 211.5 for the matchup. Knicks vs. Cavaliers Odds & Info - When: Friday, April 21, 2023 at 8:30 PM ET - Where: Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York - TV: ABC, MSG, and BSOH Check out the latest NBA odds and place your bets on this matchup with BetMGM Sportsbook. Knicks Betting Records & Stats - New York and its opponents have scored more than 211.5 points in 64 of 82 games this season. - New York's outings this year have an average total of 229.1, 17.6 more points than this game's over/under. - The Knicks are 46-36-0 ATS this season. - This season, New York has won 26 out of the 39 games, or 66.7%, in which it has been favored. - New York has a record of 24-12, a 66.7% win rate, when it's favored by -125 or more by bookmakers this season. - Bookmakers have implied with the moneyline set for this matchup that the Knicks have a 55.6% chance to win. Cavaliers Betting Records & Stats - Cleveland has played 53 games this season that ended with a combined score higher than 211.5 points. - Cleveland's games this year have had a 219.1-point total on average, 7.6 more points than this matchup's over/under. - Cleveland has a 44-38-0 record against the spread this season. - The Cavaliers have come away with four wins in the 17 contests they have been listed as the underdogs in this season. - Cleveland has a record of 3-11, a 21.4% win rate, when it is set as the underdog by +105 or more by bookmakers this season. - The moneyline set for this matchup implies Cleveland has a 48.8% chance of walking away with the win. Knicks vs. Cavaliers Over/Under Stats (Regular Season) Additional Knicks Insights & Trends - The Knicks have gone 6-4 over their last 10 contests, with a 6-4 record against the spread during that span. - In their past 10 games, the Knicks have hit the over five times. - Against the spread, New York has performed worse when playing at home, covering 19 times in 41 home games, and 27 times in 41 road games. - The 116 points per game the Knicks average are 9.1 more points than the Cavaliers allow (106.9). - When New York totals more than 106.9 points, it is 37-25 against the spread and 39-23 overall. New to BetMGM Sportsbook? We've got a great offer for new users! Be sure to use our link to get this fantastic first-time player promotion. Additional Cavaliers Insights & Trends - Cleveland is 4-6 against the spread and 6-4 overall over its past 10 contests. - Three of the Cavaliers' past 10 contests have hit the over. - Cleveland's winning percentage against the spread at home is .610 (25-16-0). On the road, it is .463 (19-22-0). - The Cavaliers average just 0.8 fewer points per game (112.3) than the Knicks allow their opponents to score (113.1). - When it scores more than 113.1 points, Cleveland is 28-17 against the spread and 33-12 overall. Knicks vs. Cavaliers Betting Splits Knicks vs. Cavaliers Point Insights Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER. © 2023 Data Skrive. All rights reserved.	https://www.wbrc.com/sports/betting/2023/04/21/knicks-vs-cavaliers-nba--betting-trends-stats/	2023-04-21 19:19:42	0	https://www.wbrc.com/sports/betting/2023/04/21/knicks-vs-cavaliers-nba--betting-trends-stats/
MILWAUKEE, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ademi LLP is investigating Calyxt (Nasdaq: CLXT) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with Cibus. Click here to learn how to join the action https://www.ademilaw.com/case/calyxt-inc or call Guri Ademi toll-free at 866-264-3995. There is no cost or obligation to you. Ademi LLP alleges Calyxt's financial outlook and prospects are excellent and yet Calyxt shareholders are being expected to approve a merger transaction in which Cybus shareholders will receive Calyxt shares in an exchange ratio such that upon completion of the merger, Calyxt shareholders' interests will be diluted to only approximately 5% of the combined company, subject to certain adjustments. The transaction agreement unreasonably limits alternative transactions by imposing a significant penalty if Calyxt enters into a superior transaction. Calyxt insiders will receive substantial benefits as part of change of control arrangements. We are investigating the conduct of Calyxt's board of directors, and whether they are (i) fulfilling their fiduciary duties to all shareholders, and (ii) obtaining a fair and reasonable price for Calyxt. If you own Calyxt common stock and wish to obtain additional information, please contact Guri Ademi either at gademi@ademilaw.com or toll-free: 866-264-3995, or https://www.ademilaw.com/case/calyxt-inc. We specialize in shareholder litigation involving buyouts, mergers, and individual shareholder rights throughout the country. For more information, please feel free to call us. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Contact Ademi LLP Guri Ademi Toll Free: (866) 264-3995 Fax: (414) 482-8001 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ademi LLP	https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2023/01/18/shareholder-alert-ademi-llp-investigates-whether-calyxt-inc-has-entered-into-fair-transaction-with-cibus/	2023-01-18 07:09:50	1	https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2023/01/18/shareholder-alert-ademi-llp-investigates-whether-calyxt-inc-has-entered-into-fair-transaction-with-cibus/
(The Conversation) – Have you ever wondered exactly how many ants live on Earth? Possibly not, but it’s certainly a question we’ve asked ourselves. Our research published today provides an approximate answer. We conservatively estimate our planet harbours about 20 quadrillion ants. That’s 20 thousand million millions, or in numerical form, 20,000,000,000,000,000 (20 with 15 zeroes). We further estimate the world’s ants collectively constitute about 12 million tonnes of dry carbon. This exceeds the mass of all the world’s wild birds and wild mammals combined. It’s also equal to about one-fifth of the total weight of humans. Eminent biologist Edward O. Wilson once said insects and other invertebrates are “the little things that run the world” – and he was right. Ants, in particular, are a crucial part of nature. Among other roles, ants aerate the soil, disperse seeds, break down organic material, create habitat for other animals and form an important part of the food chain. Estimating ant numbers and mass provides an important baseline from which to monitor ant populations amid worrying environmental changes. Counting the world’s ants There are more than 15,700 named species and subspecies of ants, and many others not yet named by science. Ants’ high degree of social organisation has enabled them to colonise nearly all ecosystems and regions around the globe. The astounding ubiquity of ants has prompted many naturalists to contemplate their exact number on Earth. But these were basically educated guesses. Systematic, evidence-based estimates have been lacking. Our research involved an analysis of 489 studies of ant populations conducted by fellow ant scientists from around the world. This included non-English literature, in languages such as Spanish, French, German, Russian, Mandarin and Portuguese. The research spanned all continents and major habitats including forests, deserts, grasslands and cities. They used standardised methods for collecting and counting ants such as pitfall traps and leaf litter samples. As you can imagine, this is often tedious work. Read more: In defence of ants From all this, we estimate there are approximately 20 quadrillion ants on Earth. This figure, though conservative, is between two and 20 times higher than previous estimates. Th previous figures employed a “top-down” approach by assuming ants comprise about 1% of the world’s estimated insect population. In contrast, our “bottom-up” estimate is more reliable because it uses data on ants observed directly in the field and makes fewer assumptions. Our next step was to work out how much all these ants weigh. The mass of organisms is typically measured in terms of their carbon makeup. We estimated that 20 quadrillion average-sized ants corresponds to a dry weight or “biomass” of approximately 12 million tonnes of carbon. This is more than the combined biomass of wild birds and mammals – and about 20% of total human biomass. Carbon makes up about half the dry weight of an ant. If the weight of other bodily elements was included, the total mass of the world’s ants would be higher still. We also found ants are distributed unevenly on Earth’s surface. They vary sixfold between habitats and generally peak in the tropics. This underscores the importance of tropical regions in maintaining healthy ant populations. Ants were also particularly abundant in forests, and surprisingly, in arid regions. But they become less common in human-made habitats. Our findings come with a few caveats. For example, the sampling locations in our dataset are unevenly distributed across geographic regions. And the vast majority of samples were collected from the ground layer, meaning we have very little information about ant numbers in trees or underground. This means our findings are somewhat incomplete. Read more: Where are all the ants? World-first ‘treasure map’ reveals hotspots for rare species We all need ants Ants also provide vital “ecosystem services” for humans. For instance, a recent study found ants can be more effective than pesticides at helping farmers produce food. Ants have also developed tight interactions with other organisms – and some species cannot survive without them. For example, some birds rely on ants to flush out their prey. And thousands of plant species either feed or house ants in exchange for protection, or dispersal of their seeds. And many ants are predators, helping to keep populations of other insects in check. Alarmingly, global insect numbers are declining due to threats such as habitat destruction and fragmentation, chemical use, invasive species and climate change. But data on insect biodiversity is alarmingly scarce. We hope our study provides a baseline for further research to help fill this gap. It’s in humanity’s interest to monitor ant populations. Counting ants is not difficult, and citizen scientists from all over the world could help investigate how these important animals are faring at a time of great environmental change.	https://phl17.com/nmw/earth-has-about-20-quadrillion-ants-and-they-weigh-more-than-wild-birds-and-mammals-combined/	2022-09-20 19:55:54	0	https://phl17.com/nmw/earth-has-about-20-quadrillion-ants-and-they-weigh-more-than-wild-birds-and-mammals-combined/
Keeping kids safe in cyberspace Published: Jan. 18, 2023 at 2:51 PM CST\|Updated: 54 minutes ago ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Dr. Steve Webb is the best-selling author of the book Education in a Violent World. He is a police officer, a certified A.L.I.C.E. Active Threat Training Instructor, and R.A.I.D.E.R. Solo Engagement Tactics Level II Instructor for law enforcement. He is also an Associate Professor in Educational Administration at Southern Illinois University and McKendree University, specializing in school law and policy. He joined Midwest Access Wednesday to inform parents and guardians of the best ways to keep an eye on what their kids are seeing on their phones and tablets. Copyright 2023 KTTC. All rights reserved.	https://www.kttc.com/2023/01/18/keeping-kids-safe-cyberspace/	2023-01-18 21:46:06	0	https://www.kttc.com/2023/01/18/keeping-kids-safe-cyberspace/
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Eat better. Exercise more. Save money. The most popular goals Americans set in the new year tend don’t come as much of a surprise. With the start of a new year comes the perfect opportunity to launch new habits. And while some may not stick, there’s no harm in trying! Need some inspiration? See the most popular New Year’s resolutions below, according to a survey conducted by Statista.com. Respondents were able to pick multiple goals, meaning the total percentage is higher than 100%. 1. Exercise more – 52% Brace yourself for a busier gym — at least for the first few weeks of the year. 52% of participants said they wanted to hit the gym more this year. 2. Eat healthier – 50% Exercise alone can only do so much. Coming in at number 2, survey respondents are hoping to eat more homecooked meals. 3. Lose weight – 40% Keeping with the health trend, another goal on Americans’ mind is losing weight. In a country where two-thirds of people are overweight or obese, this may not come as a shock. 4. Save more money – 39% With inflation hitting highs it hasn’t in decades, this one shouldn’t come as a shock. According to some exerts, inflation rose about 6% in the past 12 months. But even without inflation, many people elect to tighten up their wallets in the new year. 5. Spend more time with family/friends – 37% Coming off the holiday season, many will have seen family and friends they don’t usually get to spend time with. Why not carry that energy into next year, with a resolution to further your relationships? As travel finally hits pre-pandemic levels, it seems as though many are.	https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/here-are-the-most-popular-new-years-resolutions-in-2023/	2023-01-02 19:55:50	0	https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/here-are-the-most-popular-new-years-resolutions-in-2023/
ATLANTA (AP) — Early in-person voting begins in Georgia on Monday, hours before the candidates for governor meet in the first of two scheduled debates. Democrats in particular are trying to push their supporters to cast ballots early in races that include a pivotal U.S. Senate seat. Republican incumbent Brian Kemp, who has been touting his record of reopening Georgia's economy during the COVID-19 pandemic and assailing Democratic challenger Stacey Abrams as soft on crime, rolled out a batch of crime proposals Monday, signaling that could be a major theme of the debate. Kemp is proposing to increase the prison sentence for recruiting youths under 18 into a gang to a minimum of 10 years from the current minimum of five years. He's also proposing to make it harder for judges to release people who have been arrested without cash bail, saying judges should have to consider a person's criminal history and to prohibit release without cash bail for people with a history of failing to appear in court. Both proposals, which would need to be approved by the state legislature before becoming law, are likely to bring attacks from advocates for locking fewer people up in Georgia prisons. Kemp and other Republicans have repeatedly undercut efforts to make Georgia's criminal justice system less punitive in the last four years, even while saying they were honoring the reform legacy of previous Republican Gov. Nathan Deal. Kemp also wants to provide loan forgiveness of up to $20,000 for people who study to become police officers in the state and up to $100,000 for people who become medical examiners. Abrams, who has been trailing Kemp in polls as the two match up again following Abrams' narrow 2018 defeat, said she wants to use Monday's debate to highlight her plans to expand Medicaid, increase child care subsidies, raise teacher salaries, make housing more affordable and expand small business opportunities. “I’m going to talk to everyone about what’s at stake, what the opportunities are and why we haven’t received all of the benefits that Georgia is entitled to," she said. "I want to make certain that I make the case that Brian Kemp doesn’t care, he won’t help, and that he spent the last four years attacking our freedoms.” Kemp campaign spokesperson Cody Hall said Kemp’s goal in the debate will be to “communicate the governor’s record but also make it clear how that record contrasts with where Stacey Abrams wants to take our state.” Libertarian Shane Hazel will share the stage. What is likely to be the only debate in the Georgia Senate race between Democratic incumbent Raphael Warnock and Republican challenger Herschel Walker took place last Friday in Savannah. That was followed by a debate between Warnock and Libertarian challenger Chase Oliver on Sunday in Atlanta. More than 4 million people could vote in the state’s elections this year, and if past patterns hold, more than half are likely to cast ballots before Election Day. With Donald Trump’s past baseless attacks on mail ballots as fraud-prone, early voting could be tilted to Democrats. Abrams told reporters on Thursday she's hoping to push 100,000 to 200,000 voters to the polls in the first week. “Everybody you've ever met should know about it: people you're mad at, people who are mad at you, people you owe money to, people who owe you money, people you broke up with, this is a good time to get back together," Abrams said Friday during an Atlanta fundraiser attended by first lady Jill Biden. "But we need everyone across the state to show up the first week of early voting.” Voters in Georgia are already sending in ballots by mail, with more than 1,000 received by Friday through the mail. More than 200,000 people have requested mail ballots already, with an Oct. 28 deadline to request them. Early in-person voting will run through Nov. 4, with counties mandated to offer two Saturdays of balloting and given the option of offering two Sundays. Hall said Kemp's goal is to remain “competitive” in early voting. "We feel confident about our ability to do that,” Hall said. Kemp and Abrams are scheduled to meet for a second debate on Oct. 30. ___ Follow Jeff Amy at http://twitter.com/jeffamy. ___ Follow the AP's coverage of the midterm elections at https://apnews.com/hub/2022-midterm-elections.	https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/Kemp-Abrams-to-debate-on-1st-day-of-early-voting-17513953.php	2022-10-17 10:33:59	1	https://www.sfchronicle.com/news/article/Kemp-Abrams-to-debate-on-1st-day-of-early-voting-17513953.php
Chelsea moved to the brink of qualifying for next season's Champions League as they pushed Leeds closer to relegation from the Premier League with a 3-0 victory on Wednesday. Thomas Tuchel's side won for the first time since Todd Boehly's consortium agreed a deal to buy Chelsea from Roman Abramovich last week. Mason Mount opened the scoring in the early stages at Elland Road and Leeds suffered another blow when Daniel James was sent off. Christian Pulisic bagged Chelsea's second goal after half-time and Romelu Lukaku wrapped up the Blues' first win in four games. Third-placed Chelsea are now eight points clear of fifth-placed Tottenham and will be guaranteed a top-four finish if Antonio Conte's team fail to beat fourth-placed Arsenal on Thursday. Arresting their worrying recent slump was the ideal preparation for Chelsea ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final against Liverpool at Wembley. While Chelsea look to end the season on a high, Leeds are in grave danger of relegation. Jesse Marsch's men sit third-bottom of the table, behind fourth-bottom Burnley on goal difference. Burnley have three games left compared to only two for Leeds, who host Brighton and travel to Brentford in the matches that will decide if their two-season stay in the top flight is destined to end with a return to the Championship. Leeds fell into the bottom three for the first time since October 30 after losing at Arsenal on Sunday and the lack of composure that unhinged them on that occasion was quickly visible again. Mount gave Chelsea the perfect start in the fourth minute as he ran onto Reece James' pass and curled a brilliant strike into the top corner from the edge of the area. That took the edge of the febrile Elland Road atmosphere and Leeds' fans became even more angst-ridden when their side were reduced to 10 men in the 24th minute. - Clinical Chelsea - James launched into a reckless high tackle on Mateo Kovacic and referee Anthony Taylor flashed the red card at the Wales forward. James was the second Leeds player to be shown a straight red card in successive matches following Luke Ayling's dismissal at Arsenal. Kovacic tried to continue but eventually limped off with an injury that could put the Croatia midfielder's role in the FA Cup final in doubt. After scoring his first league goals since December in Saturday's draw with Wolves, Lukaku looked a slightly more dangerous presence than usual. He met James' superb cross with a header that drifted just wide, then guided another headed chance wide from Mount's cross early in the second half. Chelsea were going for the kill and Pulisic finished them off in the 55th minute. Cutting through the Leeds midfield with a rapier thrust, Tuchel's men were at their flowing best in a move that climaxed with Pulisic taking Mount's flick and slotting home from the edge of the area. Lukaku made it three goals in two games as he lashed into the roof of the net from Hakim Ziyech's pass in the 83rd minute.	https://www.beinsports.com/en/premier-league/video/leeds-0-chelsea-3-highlights/1880619	2022-05-11 21:40:21	1	https://www.beinsports.com/en/premier-league/video/leeds-0-chelsea-3-highlights/1880619
Longtime Chiefs wide receiver Otis Taylor dies at age 80 KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Otis Taylor, the longtime Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver who along with quarterback Len Dawson formed one of the NFL’s dynamic duos, died Thursday after more than a decade of health problems. He was 80. Taylor’s family, who had been caring for him as he dealt with Parkinson’s disease and dementia, confirmed that he had passed away a mere seven months after Dawson, his close friend and teammate. Taylor spent all 10-plus years of his career in Kansas City, where he was a fourth-round pick out of Prairie View A&M in the 1965 AFL draft. He went on to have two 1,000-yard seasons during an era in which the passing game was still evolving, and he finished his career with 7,306 yards and 57 touchdown catches. “Otis made my job easy,” Dawson once said. “If you got the pass to Otis, you knew he’d catch it.” Taylor is perhaps best remembered for the 46-yard touchdown pass in the 1970 Super Bowl that clinched the Chiefs’ victory over the Vikings. He was part of two AFL championship teams, was voted to the Pro Bowl after the AFL-NFL merger in 1971 and 1972 and was inducted into the Chiefs’ ring of honor in 1982. Yet for all the plaudits during his playing days, Taylor continually came up short of enshrinement in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He was a senior finalist this past year but failed to make it through to the final round of voting. Taylor was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and associated dementia in 1990, and in 2012, his family filed a lawsuit against the NFL claiming it was legally responsible for health issues he experienced beginning with seizures in 1969. Bedridden and largely unable to talk in recent years, the lawsuit sought financial help for his care, overseen for more than a decade by his sister, Odell, a licensed vocational nurse, along with his wife Regina and son, Otis Taylor III. After his playing days and before his health problems, Taylor spent 11 years as a scout for the Chiefs. He found himself at the center of another controversy in 1987, when NFL players had gone on strike. Taylor was arriving to Arrowhead Stadium for work when Jack Del Rio, who had just been traded to the team, mistook him for a replacement player and attacked him. Taylor pressed charges against Del Rio, now the defensive coordinator of the Washington Commanders, and the two settled out of court. “My family and I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Otis’ wife Regina, his sister Odell and the entire Taylor family as we mourn his passing,” Chiefs chairman Clark Hunt said in a statement. “He was one of the most dynamic receivers of his era, and he helped revolutionize the position. Off the field, he was kind and dedicated to his community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Otis’ legacy will live forever.” ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.	https://www.wafb.com/2023/03/10/longtime-chiefs-wide-receiver-otis-taylor-dies-age-80/	2023-03-10 19:50:00	0	https://www.wafb.com/2023/03/10/longtime-chiefs-wide-receiver-otis-taylor-dies-age-80/
OXON HILL, Md. (AP) — Trips to Mar-a-Lago. Glowing speeches. Front-row seats at major events. The first Republican presidential primaries are nearly a year away and the candidate field is unsettled. But already, a shadow contest of another sort is underway with several Republicans openly jockeying to position themselves as potential running mates to Donald Trump, the early front-runner for the nomination. “A lot of people are right now auditioning,” Trump boasted to supporters in Florida last month. The mere mention of a running mate this early in the process is a departure from the traditional timeline of presidential primaries, where candidates typically spend the opening months of a campaign introducing themselves to voters and sharing their visions for the country. But as a former president, Trump needs no introduction and is eager to project an air of inevitability around his campaign, particularly as attention builds around Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who is widely seen as his toughest potential GOP rival. Trump campaign officials insist that the vice presidential search is not something they have been actively discussing. “We appreciate all support for President Trump, but the clear focus is on making sure that he wins the Republican nomination and is well-posited to win the general election in 2024,” said Jason Miller, a longtime Trump adviser. That, however, hasn’t stopped some could-be candidates from taking full advantage of opportunities to be in close proximity to Trump, at his club and at events. The dynamic was on full display earlier this month at the Conservative Political Action Conference, where a trio of women who have been mentioned as possible contenders sat in the audience to cheer Trump’s headline speech. They were Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, Elise Stefanik of New York and Kari Lake, the news anchor-turned-failed-Arizona gubernatorial candidate who ended her remarks at a keynote event dinner by kissing a portrait of Trump that was placed on stage. While Trump, according to people who have spoken to him, is in no rush to make a decision and understands that he has to let the nomination process play out, he has nonetheless talked through possible choices since well before he formally announced his candidacy last fall. In those conversations, he has indicated his interest in selecting a woman this time around. But allies say Trump is looking, first and foremost, for someone who will be unabashedly loyal after feeling burned by former Vice President Mike Pence for refusing to overturn the results of the 2020 election. In 2016, running as a celebrity businessman with no experience in politics, Trump chose a person who was, in many ways, his total opposite, picking the Indiana governor and former congressman who could bolster his standing with conservatives and the religious right. Trump, this time, is looking for someone more like himself, said Michael Caputo, a longtime friend and adviser who believes Stefanik would be Trump’s best choice. “I think the president learned a lot from his experience with Pence,” he said. “I think this time Trump’s going to be looking for someone cut from the same cloth he is, not from a different, complementary cloth.” While Trump is looking for someone with star power, he has also signaled that he is reluctant to choose someone who might overshadow him in the race. Among those who are seen as most eager for the job is Lake, who is popular with Trump’s MAGA base and won — and then promoted — a CPAC straw poll that asked audience members whom they would like to see as the Republican vice presidential nominee. She is seen as unequivocally loyal to the former president, but detractors note she lost her only race and continues to dispute the results, which would draw attention to Trump’s own election failures and intensify criticism that he is too focused on the past. “I am 100% dedicated to serving as Arizona Governor,” Lake said in a statement. “I will also work to make sure President Trump gets back in the White House ASAP. Anything outside of those two goals is nothing but a distraction.” A person close to Lake said that she has had no formal discussions about the role is currently gearing up for a potential run for the Senate. But the person, who, like others, insisted on anonymity to discuss private conversations, also said Lake is unapologetically pro-Trump and would likely do anything he asked. Greene, the flame-throwing congresswoman who recently proposed a “national divorce” between red and blue states, is also seen as eager for the role. She was a constant presence at Trump’s midterm rallies, often speaking during the pre-show program, and has been a frequent visitor to Florida, including sharing dinner with Lake at a local restaurant, Rocco’s Tacos, on Valentine’s Day. “She sees herself on the short list for Trump’s VP. Paraphrasing Cokie Roberts, when MTG looks in the mirror she sees a potential president smiling back,” Steve Bannon, Trump’s former chief strategist who frequently hosts Greene on his podcast, told NBC, referring to the late political reporter. When asked about her vice presidential ambitions recently, Greene told reporters, “That’s up to President Trump who he chooses.” Stefanik is also frequently mentioned as a likely contender, but has taken what allies describe as a more subtle approach. She endorsed Trump before he even announced he was running, and has become one of his chief defenders on the Hill. During CPAC, Stefanik used her speech to call for Trump’s reelection and introduced him at a private event organized by his super PAC. Trump, in turn, praised her as a “rocket ship.” People close to Stefanik say that, instead of overtly angling for the position, she is focused on doing her job as GOP conference chair and a member of the House Intelligence Committee, believing that if she does it well, good things will follow. But she nonetheless has the support of several Trump allies, who see her as disciplined and less risky than other potential options, and also point to her record for winning swing, suburban districts. Stefanik, in an interview, said she had not discussed the position with Trump, though she has previously said she would be honored to serve in his administration. “We have a lot of work to do over the next two years and I am gonna work no matter what to make sure that we have a Republican president, House and Senate in 2024,” she said. “So that’s what I focused on, and it’s a big job.” Trump has also discussed other potential running mates, including his former ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, who has been reluctant to criticize the former president since launching her bid. South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, who would be the first Black man on a Republican presidential ticket, is seen as another potential option. Allies say both are serious about running for president in their own right, not in hopes of angling to serve as vice president or in another Cabinet post, though many believe Haley, in particular, would be open to an offer. Also mentioned as possible contenders: South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, who is considering her own presidential run; Tennessee Sen. Marsha Blackburn, a supporter of the former president in 2016 and 2020; and Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, who appeared alongside the former president as he visited the state Monday. “We’re going to have a lot of great choices for vice president. We’re gonna pick a great one,” Trump said during his swing through Iowa. ___ Associated Press writers Michelle L. Price and Meg Kinnard contributed to this report.	https://pix11.com/ap-political/trumps-vp-some-in-gop-already-jockeying-for-consideration/	2023-03-16 10:10:50	1	https://pix11.com/ap-political/trumps-vp-some-in-gop-already-jockeying-for-consideration/
LETHAM, Scotland , Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MDJM LTD (Nasdaq: MDJH) (the "Company" or "MDJM"), an integrated global culture-driven asset management company, today issued a letter to shareholder from its Chairman and CEO, Siping Xu, providing a corporate update regarding its global business transformation and long-term growth and vision prospects. Dear Shareholders: Since our successful listing on the Nasdaq market, we have committed to focusing on MDJM's operational growth. Taking advantages of favorable capital market platform, we have set our sights on the UK market in 2021 as the first stop of our global expansion. We have transformed our focus to center around cultural operations, historical asset acquisitions, cultural tourism and education industries to promote unique cultural heritage of different civilizations while further increasing our services offerings and competitive strength. With our headquarter now located in the United Kingdom, we are specifically targeting properties with a rich historical and cultural background and positioning MDJM as an integrated global culture-driven asset management company. We aim to achieve standardized management and operation of our new development through cultural hotel operations, quality localized food and beverage development, and the launch of other cultural tourism services projects. Recent Acquisitions Fernie Castle In August 2022, we entered into agreement to purchase Fernie Castle which serves as our new headquarter for our business in iconic assets. The Fernie Castle Hotel, located in the heart of Fife, Scotland, is situated in 17 acres of woodlands with its own lochan. Fernie Castle has hundreds of years of history and was passed to the Fernies in the 15th century. The renovation at Fernie Castle is currently underway, and is scheduled to open to the public this year. Our target is to offer consumers and tourists cultural experiencing specialty hotel services, catering services, private parties, and castle wedding services. We will continue our effects to maximize the castle's unique historical and cultural value through branding and other strategic initiatives. The Robin Hill Property In December 2022, we entered into agreement to purchase Robin Hill and the Villa. Originally built in 1896 as a Gentleman's Residence, the elegant Robin Hill Hotel maintains much of its Victorian Charm, sits atop Braddons Hill, offers quality and a range of creature comforts in a central location, and provides the perfect base to Torquay town centre, harbour, marina and sea front. Torquay is a seaside resort town on the English Channel in Devon, southwest England. The Robin Hill Property has completed the property handover and renovations, and target to open to public in March 2023. We plan to make Robin Hill Hotel one of the most distinctive buildings in the local area. Long-term Growth and Visions With our unique investment perspective, mature and compliant acquisition processes, and strong team communication capabilities, we have acquired several properties with significant cultural value and historical meaning. Our five-year vision is to continue exploring and developing high-quality historical and cultural properties by combining modern digital technology with our historical properties to create unique assets that have both historical and contemporary practical value. Our goal is to expand our unique cultural transmission and commercial services worldwide, with a focus on Europe and beyond. As part of our globalization strategy, we leverage the cultural and historical value of our properties to create a distinctive and local tourism experience. We also use historical buildings as carriers to develop the cultural education industry, protecting, inheriting, and developing the inherent culture of different civilizations worldwide. Cultural operations are central to our asset management approach. With over 20 years of experience in creating and operating cultural communities, our core team shares universal values and professional ideals, dedicated to preserving, inheriting, and developing the unique cultural heritage of different civilizations. We place great importance on combining modern civilization with historical context to innovate and promote the development of the cultural industry. MDJM is rapidly expanding service capabilities and gaining a deep understanding of the evolving hospitability and asset management service market. We are taking steps to increase our services, capacities, and competitiveness through a multidimensional growth strategy and transforming to an integrated global and culture-driven asset management company. Throughout the remainder of 2023, we will maintain a relentless focus on our development opportunities in specialty hotels, tourism, and cultural markets in Europe and beyond. We will continue to seek acquisition opportunities for greater growth, market share, market influence, and profitability, and looks forward to furthering developments in the global cultural industry and our ongoing development in cultural asset management. Sincerely, Siping Xu Chairman and CEO About MDJM LTD MDJMexpects to focus on international expansion for the development of real estate-related hospitality, butler services and more. For more information regarding the Company, please visit http://ir.mdjmjh.com. Forward-Looking Statements This announcement contains forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. In addition, there is uncertainty about the further spread of the COVID-19 virus or new variants thereof, or the occurrence of another wave of cases and the impact it may have on the Company's operations. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to" or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company's annual report on Form 20-F and its other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Investor Contact: Sherry Zheng Weitian Group LLC Email: shunyu.zheng@weitian-ir.com Phone: +1 718-213-7386 View original content: SOURCE MDJM LTD	https://www.wagmtv.com/prnewswire/2023/02/21/mdjm-issues-letter-shareholders-regarding-updates-global-expansion-acquisition-historic-properties-focusing-long-term-growth-value-creation/	2023-02-21 16:02:10	1	https://www.wagmtv.com/prnewswire/2023/02/21/mdjm-issues-letter-shareholders-regarding-updates-global-expansion-acquisition-historic-properties-focusing-long-term-growth-value-creation/
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers signed Jacob deGrom to a $185 million, five-year deal in free agency last winter hoping the two-time NL Cy Young Award winner could help them get back to the playoffs for the first time since 2016 and make a push toward winning a World Series. They also knew the risks, with the pitcher coming off two injury-plagued seasons with the New York Mets. Even with deGrom sidelined since late April, the AL West-leading Rangers are off to the best start in franchise history — but now will be without their prized acquisition until at least next year. The team said Tuesday that deGrom will have season-ending surgery next week to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow. “We’ve got a special group here and to not be able to be out there and help them win, that stinks,” deGrom said, pausing several times with tears in his eyes. “Wanting to be out there and helping the team, it’s a disappointment.” General manager Chris Young said Tuesday the decision on surgery came after an MRI on deGrom’s ailing right elbow, but the extent of what is required might not be determined until the operation is performed next week. Tommy John surgery, in which the damaged ligament is replaced, is often needed to fix a torn UCL, but Young and the Rangers didn’t go as far as saying the pitcher would have that particular procedure. After being drafted by the New York Mets in 2010, deGrom made six starts in the minors that summer before needing Tommy John surgery and missing all of 2011, three years before his big league debut. DeGrom last pitched April 28 against the New York Yankees, when he exited early because of injury concerns for the second time in a span of three starts. The announcement about surgery came a day after deGrom was transferred to the 60-day injured list. Young said the latest MRI showed more inflammation and significant structural damage in the ligament that wasn’t there on the scan after deGrom left the game against the Yankees. “The results of that MRI show that we have not made progress. And in fact, we’ve identified some damage to the ligament,” Young said. “It’s obviously a tough blow for Jacob, for certainly the Rangers. But we do feel this is what is right for Jacob in his career. We’re confident he’ll make a full recovery.” Young and deGrom, who turns 35 later this month, said the goal is for the pitcher to return near the end of next season. Both said they were glad to have clarity on what was wrong with the elbow. Texas won all six games started by deGrom (2-0), but the right-hander threw only 30 1/3 innings. He has a 2.67 ERA with 45 strikeouts and four walks. He threw 3 2/3 scoreless innings against the Yankees in his last start before leaving because of discomfort in his arm. The Rangers went into Tuesday night’s game against St. Louis with a 39-20 record, the first time they were 19 games over .500 since the end of 2016, their last winning season. Before going home to Florida over the weekend for the birth of his third child, deGrom threw his fifth bullpen last Wednesday in Detroit. “I’d have days where I’d feel really good, days where I didn’t feel great. So I was kind of riding a roller coaster there for a little bit,” deGrom said. “They said originally there, we just saw some inflammation. … Getting an MRI right after you pitch, I feel like anybody would have inflammation. So, you know, I was hoping that that would get out of there and I would be fine. But it just didn’t work out that way.” DeGrom spent his first nine big league seasons with the Mets, but was limited by injuries to 156 1/3 innings over 26 starts during his last two years in New York. He had a career-low 1.08 ERA over 92 innings in 2021 before missing the final three months of the season with right forearm tightness and a sprained elbow. The four-time All-Star didn’t make his first big league start last year until Aug. 2 after being shut down late in spring training because of a stress reaction in his right scapula. His latest injury almost surely will trigger Texas’ conditional option on deGrom’s contract for 2028. The option takes effect if deGrom has Tommy John surgery on his right elbow from 2023-26 or has any right elbow or shoulder injury that causes him to be on the IL for any period of 130 consecutive days during any season or 186 days in a row during any service period. The conditional option would be for $20 million, $30 million or $37 million, depending on deGrom’s performance during the contract and health following the 2027 season. “I feel bad for Jake. If I know Jake, he’ll have the surgery and come back and finish his career strong,” second-year Mets manager Buck Showalter said. “I know how much it means to him. He enjoys pitching. It’s certainly sad news for all of us.” ___ AP Sports Writer Charles Odum in Atlanta contributed to this report. ___ AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports	https://www.kark.com/sports/ap-sports/jacob-degrom-oft-injured-rangers-ace-to-have-season-ending-tommy-john-surgery/	2023-06-07 07:18:28	0	https://www.kark.com/sports/ap-sports/jacob-degrom-oft-injured-rangers-ace-to-have-season-ending-tommy-john-surgery/
A delivery driver charged with killing a Google employee from New York who went missing while out for a run near her mother’s Massachusetts home six years ago pleaded guilty to second-degree murder Wednesday. Angelo Colon-Ortiz’s plea in the Aug. 7, 2016, death of Vanessa Marcotte, 27, came just days after the death of the victim’s father, John Marcotte, 71. “Regardless of the medical reason stated on his death certificate, he died of a broken heart caused by deep and endless grief,” Vanessa’s mother, Rossana Marcotte, said in an impact statement she read in court. Colon-Ortiz’s attorney, Eduardo Masferrer, said in court that his client is remorseful. Colon-Ortiz had originally pleaded not guilty in the death of Marcotte, whose body was found in a wooded area about a half-mile from her mother’s house in the small town of Princeton, about 40 miles (64 kilometers) west of Boston. Under an agreement that also included a guilty plea to a charge of unarmed robbery, the 36-year-old Colon-Ortiz will not be eligible for parole for 45 years, according to the office of Worcester District Attorney Joseph Early Jr. “We know nothing can bring Vanessa back, but we know, through the meticulous work of the prosecutors and investigators involved, justice will be served, and the plea allows Vanessa’s family to move on from this tragedy,” Early said in a statement. The Marcotte family agreed to the deal to spare themselves the ordeal of a trial, prosecutors said. “We are thankful and gratified the legal process has accomplished what we always wished for, that this man will now be in a place where he can’t hurt anyone else like the way he hurt Vanessa,” Marcotte’s family said in a statement released by the district attorney’s office. Rossana Marcotte said the death of her only child has robbed her of a lifetime of milestone moments. “The brutal and evil actions of the defendant will have an everlasting effect on my life,” she said. “I will never be able to experience Vanessa’s future achievements in her career or personal life. I will never see her in her wedding gown. I will never have the pleasure of being a devoted grandmother to her children. And as I age, I will never be comforted or cared for by Vanessa.” Vanessa Marcotte, who worked as an account manager for Google, was visiting family in Massachusetts and had gone out for a run several hours before she was found. She was found partially clothed with burn marks on her body, and an autopsy determined that she had been strangled during a struggle, prosecutors said. No motive was discussed in court. Colon-Ortiz, who lived in nearby Worcester, worked as a delivery driver at the time of the killing and was familiar with Princeton and the surrounding area, prosecutors have said. They said Colon-Ortiz’s DNA matched DNA found underneath Marcotte’s fingernails. He was arrested in April 2017 and has been held without bail since pleading not guilty in July 2017 to charges including attempted rape, which was not included in the deal announced Wednesday. Colon-Ortiz’s lawyers asked a judge earlier this year to dismiss as evidence the DNA samples collected by state police in March 2017. They argued the samples were obtained illegally because the authorities didn’t have a warrant, didn’t send a trooper with adequate Spanish skills to help translate, and a did not properly translate a consent form explaining Colon-Ortiz’s rights. The judge denied the motion. Marcotte graduated from Boston University in 2011, according to her obituary, which said she landed her “dream job” at Google in 2015 after working for Wordstream and Vistaprint. She enjoyed spending summers on Cape Cod, hiking, yoga, skiing and running, and participated in the Falmouth Road Race several times, the obituary said. She was also a volunteer tutor in Massachusetts and New York City. “Vanessa embodied everything that is good in a human being,” the obituary read. “She was kind, compassionate, bright, curious, charming, and vivacious. She was blessed with beauty, grace, a generous spirit, and a loving heart.” Marcotte’s legacy lives on in the Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation, established in 2017 by friends and family to train women in self-defense, and educate them on violence prevention, runner safety, boundary setting and healthy relationships.	https://pix11.com/news/national-news/ap-national/ap-delivery-driver-charged-with-killing-runner-pleads-guilty/	2022-10-27 13:12:34	1	https://pix11.com/news/national-news/ap-national/ap-delivery-driver-charged-with-killing-runner-pleads-guilty/
30K+ SHEIN Campus Ambassadors Participate In The Program, Which Aims To Enrich Students With Community Building, Networking & Financial Opportunities Through Their Love Of Fashion LOS ANGELES, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SHEIN, the global online retailer of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle products, hosted its first Campus Ambassador Summit in Los Angeles on February 24 and 25. The two-day event commenced with a welcome reception on Friday evening, where more than 200 SHEIN ambassadors were hosted for an evening at Mes Amis in Hollywood for a seated dinner, followed with a dance performance by Miss Tosh and music by DJ Brees. On Saturday morning, ambassadors embarked on a tour of SHEIN Studio and SHEIN Headquarters in Downtown Los Angeles, where they were given a behind-the-scenes tour of the space and engaged in a roundtable discussion with SHEIN's livestream host, Renee Ariel. While at SHEIN Studio, ambassadors were given tutorials on new makeup trends and had their makeup done for their professional headshots. On Saturday evening, SHEIN ambassadors celebrated at TAO Los Angeles, participating in activities including fun photo opportunities and custom embroidery stations for their SHEIN varsity jackets. The night concluded with SHEIN recognizing its top campus ambassador performers with awards in eight categories: MOST INFLUENTIAL Deborah Tolbert Nayeli Martinez Tierra Gwinn Yari Vasquez Karen Rodriguez Aquino ABOVE & BEYOND Skyler McGillicuddy Jasmine Vital Maya Parker Bianka Garcia Ashley Reeves CALIFORNIA CHAPTER LEADER Marina Saavedra Isabella Orozco TEXAS CHAPTER LEADER Juliana Milano Addison Kanke MOST CREATIVE Karla Polanco BEST CONTENT Alexis Simone "OG" AMBASSADOR Marina Haro AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR Isabella Orozco The SHEIN Campus Ambassador Program has more than 30,000 participants from colleges and universities throughout the U.S. The program supports its SHEIN fashion-loving community by hosting live and virtual events featuring discussions around fashion, career mentoring and networking opportunities. Ambassadors also receive benefits including commission and rewards, special giveaways and access to internship opportunities and mentorship programs. To become a SHEIN Camps Ambassador, applicants must be at least 18 years old, currently enrolled in a university or college in the United States and authorized to work in the United States. To learn more about the SHEIN Campus Ambassador program, visit https://us.shein.com/campaign/us-campus-2022. ABOUT SHEIN SHEIN is a global fashion and lifestyle e-tailer committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all. We use on-demand manufacturing technology to connect suppliers to our agile supply chain, reducing inventory waste and enabling us to deliver a variety of affordable products to customers around the world. From our global offices, we reach customers in more than 150 countries. To learn more about SHEIN, visit http://www.SHEIN.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE SHEIN Distribution Corporation	https://www.wcjb.com/prnewswire/2023/03/01/shein-hosts-first-campus-ambassador-summit-los-angeles-more-than-200-us-college-students/	2023-03-01 18:14:59	1	https://www.wcjb.com/prnewswire/2023/03/01/shein-hosts-first-campus-ambassador-summit-los-angeles-more-than-200-us-college-students/
BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union took a step Wednesday toward adapting its food production to the new ways of the world: The 27-nation bloc wants to embrace the latest gene techniques it hopes will help safely counter global challenges like climate change and shortages. For decades, the EU was conservative in allowing the use of genetically modified organisms — which often brought up connotations of Frankenfood rather than improved crop production — while the United States and others quickly adopted the new bioengineered technologies. However, the EU’s executive commission on Wednesday threw its weight behind so-called new genomic techniques, which seek to change organisms in a much less intrusive way than the GMOs of old, and to allow many to be sold without special labeling. “In many ways, new genomic techniques can give you the same results as through conventional and natural selection, or through targeted crossbreeding, but with much more speed, precision and efficiency,” European Commission Vice President Frans Timmermans said. The new techniques are intended to make plants better able to withstand drought while requiring fewer pesticides and to create products with better color and more consistency that are more attractive to consumers. Unsurprisingly, large farming companies welcomed the EU’s plans and environmentalists mounted opposition. Wednesday’s proposal is only the start of a drawn-out process since member nations and the European Parliament must endorse the plans before they can become reality. The bloc’s current GMO legislation dates back to 2001 after the issue divided the EU for a generation. It gave environmentalists the assurance that the EU wouldn’t become a free-for-all for multinational agro-corporations to produce GMOs in bulk and sell products to the bloc’s 450 million citizens without detailed labeling and warnings. The EU’s main farm lobby, Copa-Cogeca, was jubilant Wednesday. “After more than a decade of postponements, the European Commission has finally presented a proposal,” it said in a statement. Environmentalists are fully alarmed again, fearing that the newest tools still pose too many dangers and must undergo much better testing. “Whether it’s a toy or a face cream, any product on the market needs to be safety tested. Why would there be an exemption for GMOs that end up in our fields or on our plates,” said Eva Corral of Greenpeace. “Biotech companies have long considered these safety procedures an unnecessary bother and it’s disappointing to see the commission agree with them.” Timmermans disagreed with that assessment and said his proposal put caution front and center. When it is clear that plants based on new genomic techniques could occur naturally or by conventional breeding, they would be treated like conventional plants, he said. Others would still face the much stricter GMO requirements before they could be introduced. The European People’s Party, the biggest in the EU legislature, has welcomed the plans. If done right, the proposal will ensure European competitiveness, lower emissions and more food globally, European Parliament member Jessica Polfjärd. said. “Everybody should be able to support those objectives,” she said.	https://www.seattletimes.com/business/eu-moves-toward-latest-gene-techniques-in-food-production-to-counter-climate-change-shortages/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all	2023-07-05 16:56:52	1	https://www.seattletimes.com/business/eu-moves-toward-latest-gene-techniques-in-food-production-to-counter-climate-change-shortages/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all