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YONKERS, N.Y. (PIX11) — One person is dead and several more are injured after a four-alarm fire broke out inside a Yonkers apartment building early Wednesday, according to authorities./
The blaze started on the first floor the building on Bronx River Road near Reyer Avenue shortly before 1 a.m., officials said.
One man was pronounced dead, officials said. They did not immediately release his identity, but described him as a resident of the building.
Several people were also injured, including 14 firefighters, officials said. Thirteen of those firefighters suffered what officials described as minor injuries, while the fourteenth suffered what was described as a serious but non-life-threatening injury. Five people were hospitalized.
The fire was brought under control shortly before 8 a.m., though firefighters remained at the scene to tend to persistent hot spots.
The Red Cross set up across the street from the building to assist those displaced by the fire, the organization said.
The cause of the fire is yet to be determined.
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Many in the Delaware Valley enjoyed having an extra day off from work.
Since Christmas fell on a Sunday, the holiday was observed by the government on Monday.
Over at Independence Mall, tourists braved the cold while lining up to see the Liberty Bell and taking pictures.
"Liberty Bell, we definitely want to go see Rocky," said Javier Carranza, from Pocono Summit, Pennsylvania.
Even international visitors - like Paola Esquivel who was in town from Colombia -- said Rocky was on the list.
"I know he was a boxer, and the stairs are like the practice zone where he trained. We really want to go over," said Esquivel.
Other families also spent the day skating at Dilworth Park.
"We're having some holiday fun. We're visiting from Washington D.C.," said Tiane Doman.
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New Hampshire is a must-win state for Democrats in their campaign to keep control of the Senate. Sen. Maggie Hassan narrowly won her last race in 2016 by 1,017 votes. Recent polls show her ahead in the contest against GOP nominee, Don Bolduc, a retired Army brigadier general. Yet, Hassan and her allies expect a tight race in the final two weeks.
Hassan, who also served as governor before becoming a senator in 2017, expects the contest to go down to the wire in this purple state, where the current governor is a Republican but its congressional delegation is comprised of Democrats.
Many voters across the political spectrum say rising costs — on home heating, groceries, gas and housing — are a top issue. But access to abortion is animating the Democratic base and a sizable chunk of independents, over 40% of the state's electorate, who warn that flipping a blue seat red in the midterms could lead to a Republican-controlled Senate that decides to take up legislation to institute a federal abortion ban.
Voters will be able to hear from the candidates this week in a debate hosted by local news outlets, including New Hampshire Public Radio.
Republicans are linking Hassan to Biden
Bolduc is campaigning as an outsider, arguing if he's sent to Washington, he's not going to be a career politician. At a rally with supporters recently in Rochester, he homed in on a message that framed the race as a fight against President Biden as much as it is against Hassan. He spoke about what he's heard from small businesses still recovering from the pandemic, saying, "they are making their way back and then, boom, down comes the hammer from the Biden-Hassan agenda, which skyrockets inflation."
Bolduc won the GOP primary in September echoing former President Donald Trump's false claims that the 2020 election was rigged. The day after that primary win, he reversed himself and said Biden won. But since then, he has made conflicting public comments.
Trying to pivot away from statements he made in a podcast associated with QAnon conspiracies, as reported by the New York Times, Bolduc told reporters in Rochester, N.H., "I do not believe the election was stolen."
He added about the reversal, "the simple thing is I changed my mind and I have the freedom to do that."
Bolduc's recent disavowals of his previous hardline stances, like proposing major cuts to Social Security and Medicare, aren't keeping more mainstream GOP figures from backing him. Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, a possible 2024 presidential candidate, endorsed Bolduc last week. Nikki Haley, former U.N. ambassador and another potential candidate for the GOP nomination in 2024, joined Bolduc for a rally in Rochester, her second time on the campaign trail for him.
Haley also tied Hassan to Biden on issues like the cost of home heating and the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan, which Haley blasted as a failure.
"When you look at our foreign policy and the fact that America is weak, you can thank Maggie Hassan," Haley said.
On voters minds: abortion and inflation
Another issue that Bolduc has shifted on is abortion. He's said he would "always default for a system that protects lives from beginning to end." But on the campaign trail, he emphasizes that the issue should be left to the states to decide. Asked if that means he'd vote no on a federal abortion ban, Bolduc grew frustrated at the topic, telling NPR, "Yes, I've said that. I don't know how many times I need to say it. I can put together a skit for you."
Bolduc spoke briefly with NPR after a campaign event, but declined multiple requests for a longer interview.
Meanwhile, Hassan is quick to point out Bolduc's earlier statements on abortion, saying this is one area that earns him the label of "extreme." She said her supporters believe the issue of abortion is no less important than inflation. "You know, as I started to talk with women about inflation, they all changed the subject to abortion." She added, "for some people it is, you know, a concern about whether they're gonna be able to pay rent and put food on the table. But they also said to me, but if my fundamental rights are gone, that's much harder to get back."
Women are on both sides of the abortion issue and its ultimate impact on the November election. Barbara Dunnington, a Bolduc supporter, said the economy is a bigger factor for her than abortion.
"I think obviously some people are going to put that at the top of their list, but if you can't pay your bills, if you can't buy food, if you can't hang on to a job with the stock market going up and down and we're going into a recession, as far as I'm concerned, abortion is not that crucial."
But Kimberly Valcin, a first-time New Hampshire voter and Democrat who greeted Hassan at a campaign stop in Hanover, told NPR, "Top of mind issues for me are things like women's rights."
Hassan campaigns on record, Bolduc zeroes in on inflation woes
In her pitch to voters and in an interview with NPR, Hassan pointed to her accomplishments — and the fact many bills she passed were bipartisan. "I have a record delivering on a number of issues, doing it across party lines, and doing it the way Granite Staters expect me to."
She spoke about the infrastructure bill delivering money to road and rail projects, as well as legislation boosting American manufacturing of semi-conductors that will help small businesses in the state and resolve supply chain issues that many complain are still hurting their bottom lines. Hassan also touted the bill Democrats passed without GOP support that includes tax cuts for energy efficient improvements and lowers prescription drug prices.
Hassan made a point to put some distance between herself and Biden on the economy, saying, "The administration was too slow to recognize the long term reality of inflation. And they took too long to react to it." She noted she was among those pressing the White House to tap additional oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, a step announced last week.
Bolduc devoted much of his time at campaign stops arguing that Hassan is out of touch with the reality of rising costs. At a steel company in Greenland, Bolduc lumped Hassan in with "career politicians" and repeatedly described his opponent's Senate term using one word.
"She's failed. Six years of failure. Fail, fail, fail, fail, fail."
He said he'd turn things around.
"I'll go to Washington, D.C., to be your United States senator and work on the real problems that Americans and Granite Staters are having right now."
He said he wanted to "reverse some of the things that they [Democrats] have done that have created all this inflation." Bolduc also criticized Democrats' record on border security, crime and education policies. He promised that if elected, he would work with members of Congress across party lines, and said that the first call he would make as senator would be to the state's other Democratic senator, Jeanne Shaheen, to try to address economic issues and secure the border.
One steel company employee, Shelley Hanson, identified herself as a Democrat, but said she's still deciding which candidate to support. She voted for Biden in 2020 but is not a fan of the system in Washington. "I think it needs to change course. I think the whole thing needs to be shaken up," she said.
Both candidates and their allies are flooding the airwaves, fighting for the state's independent voters.
In recent days, the Senate Leadership Fund, the super PAC with ties to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, withdrew resources it had earmarked for Bolduc in the final stretch of the campaign, a signal they believe Hassan is positioned to prevail.
Still, Bolduc's spokeswoman, Kate Constantini, said in a statement that the Republican nominee has "defied the naysayers from the beginning and that's the same approach he is going to take through the finish line to victory."
Hassan warns that Bolduc is extreme on a range of issues, and says the resources already spent in the state "can conceal an extremist from voters."
One Hassan supporter, Jenn Alford-Teaster, says one thing is constant in the purple state. "I don't think there will ever be a race in the history of New Hampshire that will never not be close."
Republicans need to net just one seat to retake the majority on Nov. 8. A lot of attention is focused on contests in Georgia and Nevada, but the political fate of the Senate could also be decided in New Hampshire.
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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Which tennis elbow brace is best?
Tennis elbow is a condition where the elbow’s tendons are overloaded, causing pain. It usually builds up over time due to the repetitive motions of tennis, golf and similar activities. It can also occur instantly due to a direct injury.
One of the better treatment methods — outside of giving your elbow plenty of rest — is to use a tennis elbow brace such as the Simien Tennis Elbow Braces. These braces use a large and comfortable gel compression pad to directly target your tendons for quick and meaningful relief.
What to know before you buy a tennis elbow brace
Tennis elbow brace types
There are four types of tennis elbow brace.
- Strap braces are the most common. They consist of a padded strap secured on the arm just below the elbow. They directly pressure the tendon to reduce strain and vibration while offering the widest range of motion.
- Dual strap braces are used when your pain becomes markedly severe. One padded strap each is placed just below and just above the elbow. This reduces your range of motion and can be uncomfortable. In return, your elbow is nearly immobilized for maximum relief.
- Compression braces are similar to sleeves. They apply pressure to the tendons while supporting the entire elbow, keeping it warm and improving circulation. However, it somewhat reduces your range of motion.
- Combo braces use compression sleeves and either a separate or built-in strap to combine the benefits of both brace styles. They’re expensive and must be carefully fitted to provide proper support. They’re mostly for those who wear braces daily.
Size
Many tennis elbow braces come in one-size-fits-all styles, but better models will have adjustable straps or come in specific sizes. Targeted sizing will always provide better relief, but one-size-fits-all models will be more affordable.
What to look for in a quality tennis elbow brace
Material
Tennis elbow braces typically use neoprene or nylon as their main material.
- Neoprene is more affordable and as such is the most common. However, it’s known to cause some irritation for some people.
- Nylon is more expensive but more breathable and flexible. However, it’s more expensive.
Many braces combine the two materials — in addition to others such as spandex — to keep costs affordable while still offering an effective product.
Graduated compression
The best compression braces use graduated compression. These braces apply less compression on the edges of the brace. This keeps the support directly on the elbow while preventing the edges from cutting off your circulation.
Seams
The best tennis elbow braces carefully place seams to prevent chafing. It’s especially important to check the seams on compression braces. Make sure the ends don’t have rough, pronounced seams. Look for braces with only one seam down the middle as opposed to two.
How much you can expect to spend on a tennis elbow brace
Tennis elbow braces typically cost $10-$100. Basic braces cost $15 or less while most cost no more than $30. More feature-heavy braces can cost up to $50 while the very best cost up to $100.
Tennis elbow brace FAQ
How tight should the brace be?
A. The brace should be tight enough to put constant pressure on your tendons without cutting off circulation. If the brace can move easily it’s too loose. If you lose feeling in your arms or they begin to feel tingly, it’s too tight.
How should I measure my arm for sizing?
A. Most manufacturers base their sizing charts on relaxed arms held at 90-degree angles with measurements taken at different parts of the arm depending on the brace. Always double-check your prospective tennis elbow brace’s sizing chart to avoid ordering the wrong size.
How should I maintain my tennis elbow brace?
A. The biggest maintenance step is making sure you’re washing it properly every time you take it off. This usually means hand-washing and air-drying — your brace should include specific washing instructions. You should also store it unsecured and untightened to help its compression last as long as possible.
What’s the best tennis elbow brace to buy?
Top tennis elbow brace
What you need to know: It uses gel compression pads for maximum comfort and effectiveness.
What you’ll love: Hook-and-loop closures make fine-tuning the fit a breeze and the neoprene and nylon construction is durable and breathable. The braces come with a sweatband for your wrist and an E-book to help you understand tennis elbow. They have a lifetime guarantee.
What you should consider: The narrowness of the brace requires precise placement but movement throughout the day will shift it away from the target area.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tennis elbow brace for the money
Bodyprox Tennis Elbow Braces For Tennis And Golfer’s Elbow
What you need to know: These are effective and cost-saving for less severe pain.
What you’ll love: The compression gel pad is soft but effective and the design is light and breathable. A little spandex is used to add some stretch and comfort. It can be safely worn all day or just while active to prevent repetitive stress.
What you should consider: A few customers found them to be a little itchy. Others had issues with the hook-and-loop closures wearing out after a few months.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Copper Compression Elbow Brace For Tendinitis and Tennis Elbow
What you need to know: These sleeves eliminate the need for precise placement.
What you’ll love: It comes in five sizes from small to 2XL. Moisture-wicking materials help you stay dry and a copper infusion helps fight off bacteria. It only has one seam to help prevent chafing and it can be safely and comfortably worn all day.
What you should consider: The compression is low and the sleeves will eventually stretch out. A few purchasers had issues finding the right fit.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Reserve Ezra Manjon scored 24 points and fellow backup Liam Robbins scored 22 points and Vanderbilt used overtime to create safe space for an 83-79 win over South Carolina on Tuesday night.
In an SEC opener for both teams, Vanderbilt (8-6, 1-0) built its largest lead of the game at 82-75 with 21 seconds left in the extra session.
Despite their 22-for-35 effort from the free-throw line, the Commodores went 12 for 15 from the line in overtime to seal it with Manjon and Robbins the only Vandy players going to the line.
Reserve Jordan Wright scored 13 points for Vanderbilt, which saw its bench account for 64 points. Tyrin Lawrence was the only starter to score in double figures with 10 points.
South Carolina tied it at the end of regulation on its frantic final possession when Meechie Johnson found a wide-open Hayden Brown who laid it in underneath the basket without landing on the ground upon the receiving the pass with .3 seconds left.
Johnson recovered the loose ball after Robbins blocked Chico Carter Jr.’s 3-point attempts with a second left. Carter recovered the long rebound after Johnson missed a deep 3 with four seconds left.
Robbins’ put-back basket following Manjon’s miss on a reverse-layup attempt put Vanderbilt ahead 63-61 with 3:20 left, its first lead in more than 13 minutes.
Carter scored 24 points, Johnson 18, Gregory Jackson II 13 and Brown 12 for the Gamecocks (7-7, 0-1).
South Carolina coach Lamont Paris was seeking to become the first coach in program history to win his first SEC road opener. The Gamecocks joined the league in 1991-92.
South Carolina host No. 8 Tennessee on Saturday. The Commodores travel to No. 20 Missouri on Saturday.
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Which cat travel aid is best?
Next to traveling with kids, there are few things more exhausting than going on a trip with your cat. There are a few tools that can make the journey (somewhat) tolerable for your cat and slightly less stressful for you. Consider yourself lucky if your cat doesn’t wail for the first hour and then spends the next two hours trying to break free. Its comfort and safety are vital, and the Sherpa Original Deluxe Cat Carrier Bag is an excellent choice for that.
What to know before you buy a cat travel aid
Comfortable and safe to use
For many people, their pets are the only kids they have. So naturally, they only want the best for their furry friends, and that includes ensuring safety. Before buying anything for the road, consider whether it is safe for your cat. It shouldn’t be able to break out of a carrier or harness, run around in the car or cause a disturbance. Remember that traveling is just as stressful to cats as it is for you to travel with them.
Go on a test road trip
You never know how your cat will act when in a vehicle. So, you don’t want the first time to be when you are about to go on a cross-country road trip. Before buying any cat travel aids, put your cat in the vehicle (preferably in a carrier) and drive around the neighborhood. You probably have a good idea already if you have taken your pets to the vet, but a non-vet drive can alter a cat’s behavior (strangely, it knows when a vet visit is impending). By doing this, you can observe how it feels, if it’s frightful or enjoying the ride.
Pack just the essentials
While some pets are considered children, you don’t have to pack everything. Generally, a cat will be too consumed with what is going on around it, that it won’t even notice its favorite toys. So, save yourself some trouble and only pack the essentials to make the travel easier. It’s no use buying all the travel aids if your cat isn’t going to use them.
What to look for in a quality cat travel aid
Durable construction
There are plenty of options for traveling with a cat, but a good-quality gadget is strong and durable. It must be able to withstand claws, bites and scratching so that your pet stays out no matter how unhappy they are. Confining a cat is stressful, but it can do a lot of damage to the vehicle’s interior and even harm themselves.
Natural ingredients
If you decide to use scents or other stimulation to calm your cat, steer clear of processed or manufactured ingredients. A cat’s nose is incredibly sensitive to strange smells, and it could fight back when it encounters something foreign. It is always best to use herbal remedies or ingredients, as it could be more accustomed to natural smells.
How much you can expect to spend on a cat travel aid
The average cost of traveling with your pet depends on the gadgets and tools you want to take with you. But generally, it is fairly inexpensive. A disposable litter box costs $10-$15, while a comfy carrier costs $30-$40.
Cat travel aid FAQ
Can you travel with a pet without putting them in a basket or cage?
A. Yes, you can but that depends on several factors. If your cat is familiar with vehicles, it shouldn’t be a problem if it doesn’t distract you. On the other hand, having a comfy basket at hand will give it a warm and relatively safe space to relax. You shouldn’t travel with your cat by yourself if it isn’t restrained.
Should you give your cat some catnip before a trip?
A. That depends on your cat. For some, it has a relaxing effect but for others, it increases their playfulness or aggression. It shouldn’t be an issue if catnip chills them out a bit.
What’s the best cat travel aid to buy?
Top cat travel aid
Sherpa Original Deluxe Cat Carrier Bag
What you need to know: The best way to travel with your cat is to make them feel safe, which this cat carrier does perfectly.
What you’ll love: The mesh sides of the carrier are strong enough to withstand claws and teeth but allows your cat to see what’s going on outside. It has a shoulder strap and two carrying handles. There is a zipper on the front and on the top for easy access and a comfy faux lambskin liner.
What you should consider: It is only large enough for one cat, so you’ll need to buy a second one for an additional pet.
Where to buy: Sold by Chewy
Top cat travel aid for the money
Sentry Good Behavior Calming Collar for Cats
What you need to know: If your cat is easily stressed out over noises and movement, this calming collar will reduce their anxiety.
What you’ll love: The collar contains 1% pheromones and 80% lavender to simulate the soothing scent of a nurturing mother cat. Your pet should start feeling calmer after about 10 minutes and one collar lasts for a month.
What you should consider: The collar isn’t the breakaway type, so when it gets stuck or hooks on something, it can injure your cat.
Where to buy: Sold by Chewy
Worth checking out
Nature’s Miracle Disposable Cat Litter Box
What you need to know: Being comfortable isn’t just about the ride, but about the breaks, too. This disposable litter box makes going to the toilet easier and mess-free.
What you’ll love: The litter box is made from biodegradable paper. As soon as your cat is done, you can simply throw it in the trash. If your pet is comfortable enough to go while in the car, it draws out odors from smell control.
What you should consider: It doesn’t come with litter sand, so you need to add your own before hitting the road.
Where to buy: Sold by Chewy
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police Department (APD) said one person has been shot. The victim was reportedly taken to a hospital.
APD stated that the Southeast Area Command was dispatched to the 7900 block of Bell Ave SE Friday afternoon for a report of a shooting.
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One person was found in that area with a gunshot wound to the chest. The victim was taken to a local hospital in serious condition.
The Gun Violence Reduction Unit is investigating.
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LEWISBURG, Pa. — Ben Schneider has been interested in cold plunging for years and would do so by filling his bathtub with ice water.
"It's phenomenal for mood. People who suffer from anxiety or any type of seasonal depression, panic, anything like that, the cold water is incredibly powerful," Schneider said.
The Lewisburg resident decided to open his own cold plunge studio so others could get the physical and mental benefits he experiences with the treatment.
"Since I couldn't find anything even remotely close to here that I was going to do it myself," Schneider said.
One Health and Wellness opened in Lewisburg on November 1. The studio focuses on hot and cold therapy, using infrared saunas and cold plunges.
Schneider says this type of therapy helps with circulation, increases immunity, and provides mental health benefits. He also offers a fire and ice program.
"Ten minutes of guided breathing, two minutes in the cold plunge, 25 minutes in the sauna, and then tea."
The breathing is supposed to prepare you for the cold water — a tub of 44-degree ice water for two minutes.
"I hope that by simply adding this into their current routine, they can see dramatic benefits in their lives and go pain-free, fear-free, and go out there and conquer the world," Schneider said.
Schneider says many of his clients come back multiple times because they see the physical and mental benefits.
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ELMIRA, N.Y. — ELMIRA, N.Y. — Chemung Financial Corp. (CHMG) on Thursday reported net income of $7.3 million in its first quarter.
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UCF football holds its annual spring game at noon Saturday inside the Bounce House as the Knights wrap up a second spring camp under coach Gus Malzahn.
Beyond the Knights wearing QR codes on the back of their uniforms that link to their social media accounts, the format of the intrasquad scrimmage will be similar to a regular college football game.
There will be four 12-minute quarters with a short halftime break, Malzahn told 96.9 The Game this week.
There’s a chance there will be a running clock in the second half to keep things moving, but the goal is to make the game as exciting as possible, Malzahn said.
As for the two sides, Malzahn said the starters will face the backups, which means fans will get a pretty good idea of UCF’s depth chart heading into the summer.
Here’s what else to watch during UCF’s spring game:
Competitive quarterback battle
What started out as a five-man race has dwindled down to two quarterbacks.
Rising sophomore Mikey Keene and Ole Miss transfer portal John Rhys Plumlee will look to prove why either one should be named UCF’s starting quarterback.
As UCF offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey has said, the ability for Keene to extend plays using his legs is something he’s still working on.
Likewise, Plumlee’s ability to throw the football accurately will be closely watched.
While true freshman Thomas Castellanos will get plenty of playing time Saturday, Plumlee and Keene have received the majority of the snaps with the starters this spring and that will continue to be the case in the spring game.
There’s a good chance this battle will continue into fall camp but the spring will serve as an opportunity for both quarterbacks to make a strong impression on the coaching staff and fans alike.
Hudson vs. Griffin at WR
Another head-to-head competition on offense comes at wide receiver between Jaylon Griffin and Auburn transfer Kobe Hudson.
Griffin without a doubt has been the name most mentioned by coaches and players when asked who is standing out this spring. In his first year at UCF, Griffin appeared in four games, catching 1 pass for 14 yards at SMU.
Then there is Hudson, the newcomer to the receiver room who brings SEC experience. He led Auburn with 44 catches for 580 yards. His 4 receiving touchdowns also tied for the team-high.
Having another receiver beyond Jaylon Robinson and Ryan O’Keefe emerge this season will be key for UCF and the spring game can put Hudson and Griffin slightly above each other in the pecking order depending on their performance.
Offensive line rotation
Perhaps not as flashy as quarterbacks making plays or wide receivers catching one-handed passes, the offensive line is about as important to UCF’s success as any other unit.
Lindsey and Malzahn have both commented on how confident they feel about the group but it’s just a matter of finding the right combination.
The Knights brought in transfers Ryan Swoboda (Virginia) and Tylan Grable (Jacksonville State) and return key starters like center Matt Lee, guard Lokahi Pauole and tackle Sam Jackson, who has worked out at center as well this spring.
Beyond the starters, younger players like Patrick Barnett and Paul Rubelt could come off the bench.
As offensive line coach Herb Hand moves around the pieces to the puzzle, it will be interesting to watch who lands at what spot during the spring game.
Questions at linebacker
Jeremiah Jean-Baptiste is not only the leader of the linebackers but could be considered the leader of the defense.
He’s the only returning starter at the position.
Redshirt freshmen Cole Joyce and Kadeem Leonard are two linebackers who will be important for the future of the position. There’s also Quade Mosier — a junior who recorded 5 tackles last year.
As Maryland transfer Terrence Lewis remains limited due to a knee injury suffered at his previous school, the names listed above will see the field plenty.
Defensive coordinator Travis Williams has expressed his confidence in his ability to develop the inexperienced linebackers and Saturday will be a first look at the work done in camp.
Intriguing kicker competition
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Last but not least there are the kickers.
Senior Daniel Obarski is the returning starter but true freshman Colton Boomer is giving him a run for his money.
Malzahn has commented on Boomer putting pressure on Obarski since his arrival in January. The Lake Mary product enrolled early as a preferred walk-on.
While the young kicker is certainly making this interesting, Obarski has newfound confidence in his kicking abilities following his performance in December’s Gasparilla Bowl.
The Arizona native went 3-for-4 on field-goal attempts, connecting from 34, 21, and 33 yards against the Florida Gators in a 29-17 victory.
May the best kicker win.
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Our Sunday services were very meaningful yesterday. The morning service was on a place that none of us want to go. The night service was a report from the mission team that went to West Virginia which makes us very thankful for the place where we live.
We finally had the famous spam dinner for Felecia and Robin. Plus strawberry pie and hot fudge chocolate cake with ice cream. No wonder some of us look like the side of a barn! Maddie Moreman came with Cyle and Kayla from By Faith. When she was small, she and her family ate Sunday dinner with us many times. She ain’t small any more! She is close to 6’ tall! We had a delightful time. We would have shared our spam with Bro. Justin and Cassandra, but they opted for the cake and ice cream.
Several are having various health problems. Everett Taylor, Bro. Armstrong, Charlotte Chumbly, and Jennifer Waldo need our prayers. We also have a couple of our “boys” who will be deployed to Eastern Europe soon. Their family is very concerned.
We lost another sweet friend and neighbor last week. Jeanette Mallory died Saturday. She had difficulties ever since she fell in Germany when Billy was in service back in the 60’s. But she kept going. She had such a pretty soft touch when she played the piano. She also introduced Dub Davis and me.
Also just heard that Kathy West died this morning.She has suffered from cancer for a very long time. May God’s peace be with these families.
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OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Seth Brown scored on a fielding error by Atlanta third baseman Austin Riley in the ninth inning, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Braves 2-1 on Tuesday night, recording consecutive victories for the second time this season.
Braves reliever Raisel Iglesias (1-2) walked three of the first four Oakland batters in the ninth. Jonah Bride hit a sharp grounder that Riley bobbled. Bride easily beat Riley’s throw to first as Brown scored, giving the A’s their fifth walkoff win of the season and first back-to-back victories since May 5-6 in Kansas City.
Oakland moved to 12-45 with the win in front of 5,116, the 21st time in 30 home games that the attendance has been under 10,000.
Kevin Pillar hit his sixth homer of the season for the NL East-leading Braves.
One day after ending an 11-game losing streak with a 7-2 win over the Braves, Oakland struggled to get much going against Atlanta starter Bryce Elder.
Elder held the A’s without a hit until the fourth, when Ramón Laureano rolled a two-out single into right field.
In the fifth, Oakland strung together three straight singles with one out, tying the game. Shea Langeliers got it going with the A’s second hit of the game and scored on Esteury Ruiz’s single to left.
Elder had five strikeouts and worked around three walks in 7 1/3 innings while lowering his majors-leading ERA to 1.92, among qualifiers.
Pillar, who has homered in his last three starts, led off the third by drilling a 2-1 fastball 344 feet, hitting the cement facade above the padded wall in left and bouncing back onto the field. The veteran outfielder later doubled to nearly the same spot in the fifth. The ball hit on the warning track, bounced up and ricocheted off the wall.
Shintaro Fujinami (2-5) retired the only batter he faced on a foul pop-up to the catcher and earned the win.
A’s starter JP Sears, whose seven no-decisions going into the game were tied for most in the majors, added to that with a solid outing. He allowed one run and four hits in six innings , yet remained winless since Sept. 20, 2022.
WHERE’S BLUE?
The game started with only three umpires, as third base ump Mark Ripperger was late getting out to the field. Ripperger missed only one batter and trotted out to his position after Ronald Acuña Jr. was picked off first base and caught in a rundown.
MOVES
Braves: Selected the contract of RHP AJ Smith-Shawer from Triple-A Gwinnett. … LHP Lucas Luetge was designated for assignment.
UP NEXT
The Athletics have been shut out three times in the last six starts by RHP James Kaprielian (0-5, 8.45), who pitches the series finale Wednesday afternoon. Kaprielian hasn’t won since Oct. 2, 2022, when he beat Seattle in his final start of the season. Atlanta counters with rookie LHP Jared Shuster (1-2, 5.33), who is trying to win back-to-back decisions for the first time.
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In the early 2000s, Swedish singer-songwriter Jens Lekman had just started to find his voice. He was making thoughtful, funny, romantic indie pop, weaving personal, sharply observed stories into a technicolor patchwork of samples that burst at the seams.
"The way I learned to make music was by making collages with samples from records that I found at flea markets and other places," says Lekman. "Hundreds and thousands of tiny little snippets of audio from this place and that place."
Fans and critics around the world couldn't get enough, and Lekman soon released two of his most acclaimed and successful albums: In 2005, "Oh You're So Silent Jens," and in 2007, "Night Falls Over Kortedala."
But then, as in every Jens Lekman story, there came a twist.
In that era of file-sharing and free love, some artists – including Lekman – were less than careful about getting permission to use samples, which can be a difficult, expensive process. But over the next 15 years, the bill came due.
As the legal pressure mounted, Lekman was unable to clear all of the samples on "Oh You're So Silent" and "Night Falls." And as a result, Lekman's label Secretly Canadian had to stop pressing the records and pull them from streaming services.
First, "Oh You're So Silent" disappeared in 2011.
"It was like the record never had existed in the first place," says Lekman. "There was not even a gap at Spotify. It was just gone."
Then, "Night Falls" followed in March of 2022 (with a funeral service on YouTube to boot).
But unbeknownst to grieving fans, Lekman had a surprise up his sleeve: During the COVID-19 pandemic, he had secretly started re-recording some of his old songs to get around the uncleared samples.
"This was something that I had entertained in my mind many times," says Lekman. "And every time I even thought about it, I just thought, 'No, I can't do that. It would just be sacrilege. It would just be offensive.'"
And yet, Lekman eventually admitted to himself that "there's always something in the forbidden that [is] kind of intriguing."
In the spring of 2022, Lekman delivered the fruits of his forbidden labor: A new version of "Oh You're So Silent" called "The Cherry Trees Are Still in Blossom" and a new version "Night Falls" called "The Linden Trees Are Still in Blossom."
They're more than just reissues, but they aren't full remakes.
"I wanted these records to be like portals or tombstones for the original records," says Lekman.
In the new releases, a number of the original recordings are untouched, and all of the lyrics are still the same.
But some familiar things are missing, or tweaked, or reimagined – like the outro to "Kanske Är Jag Kär I Dig."
"I originally had a sample in there that broke the whole song off," says Lekman. "And in this case, I found this live recording of me playing the song at a New Year's show, and ... instead of playing the melody, we had this saxophone player who was just improvising at that part."
Lekman replaced the sample at the end of "Kanske Är Jag Kär I Dig" ... with a bootleg recording of himself playing the song live.
"I'm actually quite a big fan of bootlegs of my own shows," Lekman tells his fans. "Keep sending them."
Other changes on "Cherry Trees" and "Linden Trees" are more wholesale, like with two of Lekman's biggest early hits.
"'Maple Leaves' and 'Black Cab' are completely new, mostly because those songs consisted of basically all samples," says Lekman.
In the course of remaking these albums, Lekman faced more than just tricky songwriting problems. There was also something deeper he had to contend with – some baggage around his old persona.
My music is so tied to who I am, so when I don't like myself very much, I don't like my music very much.
"I remember doing an interview with a Belgian journalist when 'Night Falls Over Kortedala' came out," says Lekman. "He was just like, 'So this is just another collection of, you know, clumsy, lovestruck man-child songs. ... I hate it.'"
"And I realized I wanted to move on from that," adds Lekman.
In the years following the release of "Night Falls," Lekman had gotten tired of his younger self. As sweet and smart as his early writing could be, even he would admit that it could come off as sappy – or even cringe.
"I'm a very self-critical person. From time to time, I don't like myself very much," says Lekman. "And my music is so tied to who I am, so when I don't like myself very much, I don't like my music very much."
But for this project, Lekman had to dive deep into the songs he'd written back then — like one of his first big hits, "Maple Leaves."
"Maple Leaves" has all of the hallmarks of an early Jens Lekman hit: Doomed romance, big emotions, and a bit of wordplay at its core.
"It's all about the misunderstandings of love," says Lekman. "'She said it was all make-believe, but I thought she said maple leaves.'"
But back then, when it came to love, 21-year-old Lekman didn't really know what he was talking about.
"I actually kind of used my songs, in a way, to push myself to go talk to girls," admits Lekman. "So a lot of those songs were like trying out different costumes."
In the 20 years since, Lekman has actually experienced real romance, real heartbreak. And the more he learns about love, the more you'd think he'd cringe at an old song like "Maple Leaves."
But when he picked it up again for this project:
"Looking back on Maple Leaves, I think I nailed it in that song," says Lekman.
This time, he saw something new in it.
"It's like I've been going around in circles, and then I came back to that, and I was like, 'Oh wait, hang on. This is such a perfect portrait of love or heartbreak,'" says Lekman. "These things that we think that we're going to understand as we get older, but as we get older, we realize that there's nothing to understand."
For self-critical Lekman, remaking these two albums became something unexpected: A labor of self-love.
"Working on these songs became like a dialogue between my 41-year-old self and my 21-year-old self," says Lekman. "A very compassionate dialogue."
"Now when I look back on it, I just see a 21-year-old, you know, dealing with these emotions for the first time ... and then it feels sweeter," adds Lekman.
"It was just a moment to see myself from the outside and like what I saw and be proud of what I saw."
As Lekman starts work on two brand-new albums, he's energized by what he's re-discovered in his early work.
"After a while, you have to struggle more to find new directions and something that's interesting," says Lekman. "But back then, I was just, you know, an unwritten sheet of paper, and I could do whatever I wanted."
"I lost my job around that time, and I was on the dole, and I just remember thinking, 'I'm going to really make the most of this,'" adds Lekman. "And I just got up at six in the morning every day, and I just sat by my computer and just recorded songs all day."
Working on these songs became like a dialogue between my 41-year-old self and my 21-year-old self.
Lekman says that he's been inspired "remembering how I wrote songs back then, how simple it was – that you don't have to complicate things so much and you can just write songs from the joy of it."
In two new music videos promoting the remakes, present-day Lekman watches footage of himself from the past – from the early 2000s.
So after this whole experience, what does Lekman see now, literally, when he looks back at that younger Lekman from forever ago?
"I'm thinking you should get rid of those sideburns," Lekman chuckles.
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Democrats are about to hand over the House to Republicans, and the dynamic for President Biden and his party is at a turning point.
Looking back at the last two years, there was plenty of infighting among Democrats, even as they held control of both chambers of Congress. Biden was not able to pass the full scope of his social spending plan, for example; the expanded child tax credit did not get extended, and the president's student loan relief program is tied up in courts with an uncertain future.
And yet, Democrats still managed to pass major pieces of legislation, several with bipartisan support.
"The problem is that they oversold and underdelivered, even though what they delivered by any normal metric would have been pretty impressive," NPR political correspondent Mara Liasson said on a recent episode of the NPR Politics Podcast.
Democrats' accomplishments don't seem to be registering with the public — at least not yet.
Most Americans disapprove of the job Biden is doing. But voters did give Democrats strong midterms results, driven in part by the Supreme Court's blow to abortion rights and an aversion to more extreme candidates on the right.
It's also true that much of the legislation will take time to take hold — investments in infrastructure, for example, are not immediately apparent.
Biden heads into the next two years with a Republican-controlled House vowing to investigate his administration and his family. As Liasson put it: expect more investigation than legislation in the next two years. (Listen to the full conversation about Biden's agenda and how it's been received here.)
Whether or not Biden adds to his roster in the next half of his first term as president, he can already claim the following big ticket items:
The American Rescue Plan in response to COVID-19
One of Biden's first acts as president was to try to get the coronavirus pandemic under control by passing the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan.
The White House sent Americans in the low-to-medium income range a $1,400 payment to help fund basic necessities like rent and groceries. Biden also extended a $300 a week federal unemployment benefit for some 9.7 million people out of work at the time, temporarily expanded the child tax credit program, allotted $7.25 billion for small business loans and $128 billion in grants for state educational agencies.
Biden teamed up with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to administer and track COVID-19 vaccinations across the country.
The bill passed the Senate 50-49 and the House 220 to 211, both along party lines, before being signed into law by the president on March 11.
While the initiatives were broadly popular with voters, critics warned the rescue plan could actually make the country's economic outlook worse.
A bipartisan infrastructure bill
Biden signed a $1 trillion infrastructure bill into law in November 2021 that will repair the nation's roads, bridges and railways, bring high-speed internet to rural communities and more.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law includes: $284 billion for transportation needs, which includes repairing bridges and roadways, public transit and airports, electric vehicles and low emission public transportation; $65 billion for broadband internet; $73 billion for power infrastructure; and $55 billion for clean drinking water.
The legislation was a major bipartisan achievement, made possible by 32 Republicans — 13 in the House and 19 in the Senate — who crossed the aisle to ensure it passed. Former President Donald Trump had pressed conservatives to vote against the bill, but key GOP leaders Lindsey Graham of South Carolina and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky supported the legislation.
The first major gun-safety bill in decades
In wake of the mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, N.Y., — which together claimed the lives of 19 children and 12 adults — Biden signed into law the largest gun-safety bill to pass Congress in nearly 30 years. While historically significant, the bill was rather limited compared to what gun control advocates would have wanted.
Just before he signed the bill in June, Biden said that although the measure didn't achieve everything he had hoped for, the bipartisan piece of legislation would ultimately save lives.
"At a time when it seems impossible to get anything done in Washington, we are doing something consequential," Biden said.
Building semiconductors at home through the CHIPS Act
The CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 passed in August, which allocated roughly $53 billion in federal funding to manufacture semiconductor chips in the U.S. instead of relying on China to produce them.
According to the White House, the bill will "boost American semiconductor research, development, and production, ensuring U.S. leadership in the technology that forms the foundation of everything from automobiles to household appliances to defense systems."
Cellphones, laptops, gaming consoles, washing machines, automobiles — nearly all modern electronic devices — require semiconductors to function. And though the United States is major semiconductor manufacturer ($5 billion in 2020), it imports more than double what it produces ($12.5 billion in 2020), according to the Observatory of Economic Complexity.
Supply chain issues during the pandemic highlighted that heavy reliance, and Biden's bill aims to remedy that level of overseas dependence. It passed the Senate and the House through bipartisan efforts.
The Inflation Reduction Act
Not long after securing his seat in the Oval Office, Biden worked to pass the Build Back Better Act, a massive social spending bill to the tune of nearly $2 trillion. It included many promises Biden made on the 2020 campaign trail, such as major health care reform, universal pre-kindergarten and paid family leave, $550 billion dedicated to combatting climate change and more, paid for in part by increased taxes for corporations and the uber rich.
That original piece of legislature stalled, but after months of negotiations, resurfaced under a different name; the Inflation Reduction Act.
It took almost a year for Biden's ambitious package to pass through Congress, with Vice President Harris' vote breaking the Senate's 50-50 party line vote. It cleared the House in a 220-207 vote along party lines, without a single Republican voting in favor.
The bill aims to tackle inflation by reducing the federal deficit, promote production of certain goods and limit the cost of some prescription drugs, as NPR previously reported.
The package also includes:
Support for Ukraine's defense against a Russian invasion
The United States recently pledged another wave of support for Ukraine — over $44 billion — in its 2023 federal spending bill. When added to what the White House provided earlier in 2022, it brings America's total contribution to over $100 billion.
It's been over 300 days since Russian President Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine. Since then, President Biden and lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have provided continued financial, military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, which appears to have kept Putin's army from steamrolling across the country despite its superior military capabilities.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskyy traveled to Washington just before Christmas to thank Biden and Congress for continued support. "Your money is not charity," he said. "It's an investment in the global security and democracy that we handle in the most responsible way."
In coordination with the trip, America promised nearly $2 billion in additional aid, as well as a Patriot surface-to-air missile defense system.
"The United States is committed to ensuring that the brave Ukrainian people can continue to defend their country against Russian aggression as long as it takes," Biden told Zelenskyy. "You will never stand alone."
There has been weakening support for Ukraine aid from some Republicans as the war creeps closer to the one-year mark, however, and getting more funding through could become increasingly difficult in the new year.
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HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. (NYSE: ZTR) previously announced, on September 2, 2022, the following monthly distribution:
Under the terms of its Managed Distribution Plan, the Fund will seek to maintain a consistent distribution level that may be paid, in part or in full, from net investment income and realized capital gains, or a combination thereof. Shareholders should note, however, that if the Fund's aggregate net investment income and net realized capital gains are less than the amount of the distribution level, the difference will be distributed from the Fund's assets and will constitute a return of the shareholder's capital. You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's Managed Distribution Plan.
The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income and capital gains; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with 'yield' or 'income'.
The Fund provided this estimate of the sources of the distributions:
Information regarding the Fund's performance and distribution rates is set forth below. Please note that all performance figures are based on the Fund's NAV and not the market price of the Fund's shares. Performance figures are not meant to represent individual shareholder performance.
The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this notice are estimates only and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the distributions for tax purposes will depend on the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund or your broker will send you a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year that will tell you what distributions to report for federal income tax purposes.
Virtus Total Return Fund Inc. is a diversified closed-end fund whose investment objective is capital appreciation, with income as a secondary objective. Virtus Investment Advisers, Inc. is the investment adviser, and Duff & Phelps Investment Management Co. and Newfleet Asset Management are the subadvisers to the Fund.
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Perpetua receives Defense Production Act Title III funding to advance construction readiness, environmental baseline monitoring and environmental studies as the Stibnite Gold Project continues through the permitting process
Stibnite Gold Project is poised to be the only domestically mined source of the critical mineral antimony, which is essential for national defense
BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Perpetua Resources Corp. (Nasdaq: PPTA) (TSX: PPTA) announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, Perpetua Resources Idaho, Inc. (collectively, "Perpetua Resources" or "Perpetua" or the "Company"), was awarded a Technology Investment Agreement of up to $24.8 million under Title III of the Defense Production Act ("DPA"). The funding objective of the Technology Investment Agreement, issued by the Air Force Research Laboratory, is to complete environmental and engineering studies necessary to obtain a Final Environmental Impact Statement, a Final Record of Decision, and other ancillary permits to sustain the domestic production of antimony trisulfide capability for defense energetic materials.
Antimony trisulfide is essential to national defense as a key component for munitions yet there is no U.S. mined supply. Perpetua plans to re-establish a domestic supply of the critical mineral antimony as a by-product of one of the highest-grade open pit gold resources in the United States. The DPA funding allows the Company to advance the construction readiness of the Stibnite Gold Project while the Company continues through the ongoing permitting process, led by the United States Forest Service ("USFS").
Under the funding agreement, Perpetua may request reimbursement for certain costs incurred over 24 months related to environmental baseline data monitoring, environmental and technical studies and other activities related to advancing Perpetua's construction readiness and permitting process for the Stibnite Gold Project. The DPA funding does not interrupt the ongoing National Environmental Policy Act ("NEPA") review process. The DPA award is separate from the previously announced Small Business Innovation Research Phase 1 funding awarded to Perpetua by the Defense Logistics Agency in September 2022.
"As Perpetua continues advancing our project through the permitting process, we are honored to enter this agreement to help advance our construction readiness for future development," said Laurel Sayer, President and CEO of Perpetua Resources. "Our vision remains unchanged, which is to redevelop a world class gold deposit, provide the country with a critical mineral, and restore an abandoned brownfield site. Today, we continue to build momentum towards turning our vision into a reality."
Perpetua's proposed Stibnite Gold Project, located in central Idaho, is in the sixth year of review under NEPA. The project is designed to restore environmental conditions in the historic Stibnite mining district while responsibly redeveloping one of the highest-grade open pit gold resources in the U.S. and becoming the only domestically mined source of the critical mineral antimony.
Perpetua expects that current cash resources, combined with the full DPA agreement, would provide the Company with sufficient liquidity to complete permitting and early restoration activities on the current timeline as well as additional liquidity to begin advancing construction readiness.
"The Department's DPA Investments Program is delivering on its core mission to restore domestic industrial capabilities essential to the national defense by enabling the warfighter," said Halimah Najieb-Locke, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Resilience. "This action reinforces the Administration's goals to increase the resilience of our critical mineral supply chains while deterring adversarial aggression."
About the Department of Defense's Defense Production Act Title III Program:
The Defense Production Act (the "DPA") is intended to ensure that America has the resources, materials and technologies needed for national security. The DPA Title III program is dedicated to ensuring the timely availability of essential domestic industrial resources to support national defense and homeland security requirements now and in the future.
In order to qualify for funding opportunities under the DPA Title III, proposed projects must meet the following criteria:
- The industrial resource, material, or critical technology item is essential to the national defense
- Without Presidential action, United States industry cannot reasonably be expected to provide the capability for the needed industrial resource, material, or critical technology item in a timely manner
- Purchases, purchase commitments, or other action pursuant to the DPA are the most cost effective, expedient, and practical alternative method for meeting the need
Website: www.perpetuaresources.com
Perpetua Resources Corp., through its wholly owned subsidiaries, is focused on the exploration, site restoration and redevelopment of gold-antimony-silver deposits in the Stibnite-Yellow Pine district of central Idaho that are encompassed by the Stibnite Gold Project. The Project is one of the highest-grade, open pit gold deposits in the United States and is designed to apply a modern, responsible mining approach to restore an abandoned mine site and produce both gold and the only mined source of antimony in the United States. Further advancing Perpetua Resources' ESG and sustainable mining goals, the Project will be powered by the lowest carbon emissions grid in the nation and a portion of the antimony produced from the Project will be supplied to Ambri, a US-based company commercializing a low-cost liquid metal battery essential for the low-carbon energy transition. In addition to the company's commitments to transparency, accountability, environmental stewardship, safety and community engagement, Perpetua Resources adopted formal ESG commitments which can be found here.
Investors should be aware that full funding under the DPA Technology Investment Agreement is subject to negotiation of a definitized agreement with the Department of Defense. Until the agreement is definitized, the maximum funding available is capped at 75% of the not to exceed agreement of $24.8 million. While Perpetua expects to enter into a definitized agreement in the first half of 2023, there is no assurance that we will be able to finalize the definitized agreement on the expected timeline or at all. Statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking information" or "forward-looking statements" (collectively, "Forward-Looking Information") within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation and the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-Looking Information includes, but is not limited to, disclosure regarding ongoing funding and anticipated liquidity; our ability to comply with and obtain permits related to the Stibnite Gold Project ("Project"); actions to be taken by the Department of Defense, USFS, the State of Idaho and other government agencies and regulatory bodies; negotiation of the definitized agreement and anticipated approval of reimbursement requests; our ability to successfully implement and fund the Project and the occurrence of the expected benefits from the Project; our and Ambri Inc.'s ability to perform under the supply agreement, which agreement is subject to certain conditions, including identification of one or more refiners to transform our antimony concentrate into antimony metal, and mutual agreement on certain material terms, including volume and pricing. In certain cases, Forward-Looking Information can be identified by the use of words and phrases or variations of such words and phrases or statements such as "anticipate", "expect" "plan", "likely", "believe", "intend", "forecast", "project", "estimate", "potential", "could", "may", "will", "would" or "should". In preparing the Forward-Looking Information in this news release, Perpetua Resources has applied several material assumptions, including, but not limited to, assumptions that we will successfully negotiate a definitized agreement and that the full amount of the DPA award will be funded on the expected timeline; that the current exploration, development, environmental and other objectives concerning the Stibnite Gold Project can be achieved and that its other corporate activities will proceed as expected; that the review process under the NEPA (including any joint review process involving the USFS, the State of Idaho and other agencies and regulatory bodies) as well as the public review process and SDEIS will proceed in a timely manner and as expected; that we will be able to obtain sufficient funding to finance permitting, pre-construction and construction of the Project and that all requisite information will be available in a timely manner. Forward-Looking Information are based on certain material assumptions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Perpetua Resources to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the Forward-Looking Information. Such risks and other factors include changes in laws and regulations and changes in the application of standards pursuant to existing laws and regulations which may result in unforeseen results in the permitting process; uncertainty surrounding input to be received from regulators and community stakeholders; risks related to dependence on key personnel; risks related to unforeseen delays in the review process including availability of personnel from the USFS, State of Idaho and other stated, federal and local agencies and regulatory bodies (including, but not limited to, future US government shutdowns); risks related to opposition to the Project; risks related to increased or unexpected costs in operations or the permitting process; risks that necessary financing will be unavailable when needed on acceptable terms, or at all; risks related to the outcome of litigation and potential for delay of the Project, as well as those factors discussed in Perpetua Resources' public filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and its Canadian disclosure record. Although Perpetua Resources has attempted to identify important factors that could affect Perpetua Resources and may cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in Forward-Looking Information, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that Forward-Looking Information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on Forward-Looking Information. For further information on these and other risks and uncertainties that may affect the Company's business, see the "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections of the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available at www.sec.gov and with the Canadian securities regulators, which are available at www.sedar.com. Except as required by law, Perpetua Resources does not assume any obligation to release publicly any revisions to Forward-Looking Information contained in this news release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
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LIVE Waukesha Parade suspect Darrell Brooks trial Day 7: Witnesses continue to testify
Darrell Brooks, who represents himself, is charged with six counts of first-degree intentional homicide
Darrell Brooks, who represents himself, is charged with six counts of first-degree intentional homicide
Darrell Brooks, who represents himself, is charged with six counts of first-degree intentional homicide
DAY 7 - Witnesses continue to testify
Week two of the Waukesha Parade trial is underway.
On the stand Monday, several police officers testified they were certain Brooks was behind the wheel when prosecutors say he drove a red SUV into the Waukesha Christmas Parade in November 2021.
Prosecutors said they believe their case could wrap by the end of the week but before the first witness took the stand this week Darrell Brooks delivered a standing apology to the court for being a disruption during the first week of the trial.
“I wanted everyone to know I apologize for my actions and I am going to try my best that whatever happens to conduct myself with respect and respect to the court and I wanted you to know that,” said Brooks.
9:00 a.m. Kelly Grabow is the first witness to take the stand this morning. Grabow was at the Christmas Parade with her daughter.
"My daughter came walking over by me and she wants to go get more candy to go hand over to the kids. So she walked over to grab candy and as she was walking off to the side, I noticed there was a difference in the sound behind us than what I was hearing. And as I turned all I saw was the hood of a red vehicle, I hit the red vehicle and roll down to the side and landed directly between the float and the red vehicle and I've seen the tire go directly in front of my face," described Grabow
"And what did you see when you spun the red hood of the vehicle, when did you next see Delia after I realized what just happened?" asked prosecutors.
Grabow responded "I jumped up and took off running to go find her. And I see her in the middle of the road I don't know how she got to that position from where I saw her last but she was lying in the middle of the road. And there were some people around her attorney to help her. Her issues were down the road as well as her glasses."
8:30 a.m. Second day of week 2 of the Waukesha Parade trial begins.
Brooks is accused of driving his SUV into the crowd at the Waukesha Christmas Parade, killing six people and injuring more than 60.
Brooks, who will represent himself in court, faces 77 counts, including six counts of first-degree intentional homicide, 61 counts of recklessly endangering safety, six counts of hit-and-and-run involving death, two counts of felony bail jumping and two counts of battery.
On Nov. 21, 2021, Brooks was allegedly fleeing the scene of a fight near White Rock School.
He broke through a police barricade and drove onto the parade route, investigators said.
One officer fired three shots at Brooks' SUV in an attempt to get him to stop.
"As I continued to watch the SUV, it continued to drive in a zig-zag motion. It was like the SUV was trying to avoid vehicles, not people. There was no attempt made by the vehicle to stop, much less slow down," one witness told police, according to a criminal complaint.
Police caught up with him less than a mile from the scene after he allegedly ditched his battered SUV.
He was arrested without incident.
The six people killed were 8-year-old Jackson Sparks, 52-year-old Jane Kulich, 52-year-old Tamara Durand, 71-year-old Leanna Owen, 79-year-old Virginia Sorenson, and 81-year-old Wilhelm Hospel.
Duran, Owen and Sorenson were members of the Milwaukee Dancing Grannies.
In June, Brooks changed his plea to not guilty by reason of mental defect, but withdrew the insanity plea last month, changing it to not guilty.
Brooks is facing life in prison if convicted of intentional homicide.
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CONCORD, Calif. (KRON) — Amidst a wave a tech layoffs in the Bay Area, this company is hiring: Officials said the Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo and Hurricane Harbor in Concord are looking to hire more than 1,000 jobs for various roles between the two locations.
“Our jobs are great for students, teachers, retirees, or anyone looking for a second job that allows them to work around a busy personal schedule,” the theme park said in a news release.
Officials said there will be an in-person job fair at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom on March 10 from noon to 7 p.m. where applicants can talk with park representatives about the positions. The locations are looking to hire positions in food service, ride operations, lifeguarding, retail, warehousing, janitorial maintenance and security.
To apply, visit SixFlagsJobs.com for immediate openings.
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CHICAGO, Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Diagnosing early-stage lung cancer with low-dose CT screening drastically improves the long-term survival rate of cancer patients, according to a large-scale, 20-year international study being presented next week at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
"While screening doesn't prevent cancers from occurring, it is an important tool in identifying lung cancers in their early stage when they can be surgically removed," said the study's lead author, Claudia Henschke, Ph.D., M.D., professor of radiology and director of the Early Lung and Cardiac Action Program at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death. According to the American Lung Association, the average lung cancer five-year survival rate is 18.6 percent. Only 16 percent of lung cancers are diagnosed at an early stage, and more than half of people with lung cancer die within one year of being diagnosed.
While treatments of more advanced-stage cancers with targeted therapy and immunotherapy have come a long way, the best tool in the fight against cancer deaths is early diagnosis through low-dose CT screening before symptoms appear.
"Symptoms occur mainly in late-stage lung cancer," Dr. Henschke said. "Thus, the best way to find early-stage lung cancer is by enrolling in an annual screening program."
Dr. Henschke and colleagues have been studying the effectiveness of cancer detection with low-dose CT screening for years. The efforts of the researchers to advance CT screening for early lung disease led to the creation of the International Early Lung Cancer Action Program (I-ELCAP). Started in 1992, this multi-institution, multi-national research program has enrolled over 87,000 participants from over 80 institutions.
In 2006, the researchers identified a 10-year survival rate of 80% for the patients whose cancer was identified by CT screening. For this study, they looked at 20-year survival rates.
"What we present here is the 20-year follow-up on participants in our screening program that were diagnosed with lung cancer and subsequently treated," Dr. Henschke said. "The key finding is that even after this long a time interval they are not dying of their lung cancer."
The study found that the 20-year survival rate was 80% for the 1,285 I-ELCAP participants who were diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer. The survival rate for both the 139 participants with nonsolid cancerous lung nodules and the 155 participants with nodules of part-solid consistency was 100%. For the 991 participants with solid nodules, the survival rate was 73%.
The researchers also estimated survival for clinical Stage IA lung cancers and for resected pathologic stage IA lung cancers measuring 10mm or less in average diameter of length and width on the same CT image. A stage I lung cancer is a very small tumor that has not spread to any lymph nodes.
Lung cancer survival for clinical Stage IA participants was 86%, regardless of consistency. For participants with pathologic Stage IA cancers of 10 mm or less, the 20-year survival rate was 92%.
The results show that after 20 years, patients diagnosed with lung cancer at an early stage via CT screening have significantly better outcomes. By surgically removing the cancer when it is small enough, patients can be effectively cured in the long term.
The findings demonstrate the importance of routine and early screening.
"Ultimately, anyone interested in being screened needs to know that if they are unfortunate enough to develop lung cancer, that it can be cured if found early," Dr. Henschke said.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends annual lung cancer screening with low-dose CT in adults aged 50 to 80 years who have a 20 pack-year smoking history and currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 years.
Co-authors are David F. Yankelevitz, M.D., Daniel M. Libby, James Smith, M.D., Mark Pasmantier, M.D., and Rowena Yip, M.P.H.
Note: Copies of RSNA 2022 news releases and electronic images will be available online at RSNA.org/press22.
RSNA is an association of radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists and related scientists promoting excellence in patient care and health care delivery through education, research and technologic innovation. The Society is based in Oak Brook, Illinois. (RSNA.org)
For patient-friendly information on lung cancer screening, visit RadiologyInfo.org.
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DETROIT (AP) — At least 119 people died while riding electric scooters or e-bikes from 2017 through 2021, according to a study by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board released Tuesday.
The agency, which investigates traffic crashes but has no regulatory authority, used its research to call for better data collection on “micro mobility” deaths and injuries.
Multiple government agencies have jurisdiction over e-scooters and e-bikes, and the NTSB recommended they all gather data to create a more accurate picture of how many people are hurt or killed. The scooters and bikes have spread across the country, especially in large cities and college towns where they are widely used with little oversight.
“E-scooter and e-bike growth as an industry and a popular form of transportation is clear,” the report said. “What is less clear is how transportation safety professionals best go about assessing the safety of these devices as a form of transportation, and the safety of the riders who use them.”
To count the deaths, the NTSB gathered news media reports and cross checked them against databases maintained by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the Collaborative Sciences Center for Road Safety.
The agency found a lack of standardized, as well as a dearth of complete and reliable data on e-scooter and e-bike fatalities and injuries.
The NTSB made multiple recommendations to NHTSA, the CPSC, the Federal Highway Administration on gathering data for e-bike and scooter trips and miles traveled. It also called for a specific e-bike product code to be added to a national injury tracking system.
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(WHTM) — Some people watch the Super Bowl for the football, some watch it for the Halftime Show, and some watch it for the commercials.
Year-after-year, the Super Bowl breaks records for the most watched television broadcast in the United States. According to sportsnaut.com, since the year 2010 the Super Bowl has averaged over 100 million viewers.
From an advertising standpoint, this arguably would be the best place to advertise your product. You’ll get the views and if your commercial is “Super Bowl commercial worthy,” you’ll probably have lots of word-of-mouth.
However, there is a small issue.
Super Bowl commercials are expensive.
Let’s say you work on the advertising team for a relatively new company. You’re looking into advertising your product but don’t know where to start.
Most companies will start promoting locally. According to Skyworks Marketing, you can buy a 30 second commercial on your local television channel for around $5-$10 per 1,000 views.
Let’s say your company starts to grow and you begin selling your product on a national level. According to Statista, you can buy a commercial slot for national television channels starting at $115,000.
Now you’ve made it big, and the logical next step is to purchase a Super Bowl commercial.
There are a lot of different factors when it comes to the cost of buying a commercial, but the average price of Super Bowl commercials is $7 million.
For many companies, investing in Super Bowl commercials has really paid off. Take Budweiser for example.
Most people associate Budweiser with the Clydesdales, who also appear in Budweiser’s iconic commercials. Many people look for the Budweiser commercials just to see the Clydesdales.
Budweiser has spent nearly $500 million on Super Bowl ads, according to Statista. This makes Budweiser the Super Bowl’s largest commercial partner.
Large companies, like Amazon, aren’t afraid to shell out some cash in order to get their name out there. Amazon spent $26 million on their Alexa voice assistant commercial in 2022, making it the most expensive advertisement in Super Bowl history.
Super Bowl commercials are known for being memorable. However, commercials weren’t always the way they are today.
Advertising used to focus heavily on selling the product. For example, if you saw a commercial for a sponge before the 1960’s, it was likely the commercial would show a demonstration of the sponge, provide information about the sponge, and tell you the cost.
Companies still follow this instructional method; however, many companies focus on connecting with the emotions of their audience through storytelling.
In the 1960’s things started to change. Companies started to create stories with their advertisements and focused less on selling the product itself.
Super Bowl commercials almost always tell a story, connecting with the emotions of their viewers. That is what makes these commercials so effective.
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MASSAPEQUA PARK, N.Y. (WPIX) – Officials in New York have arrested Rex Heuermann, a 59-year-old architect from Long Island, in connection with a string of killings known as the Gilgo Beach murders.
Heuermann was arrested Thursday night near his office on Fifth Avenue in New York City, police said.
Here’s what we know about Rex Heuermann
The suspect grew up on Long Island, according to a 2022 interview he conducted with Bonjour Reality, and lived in Massapequa Park his whole life, according to local news outlet News 12. Neighbors told the outlet he has a wife and two children.
Heuermann worked on construction and renovation projects in New York City, an employee of his Nexstar’s WPIX. Damien Richards, who was hired in 2020, said that Heuermann went into his office every day or worked remotely on job sites and his daughter usually joined him at work.
“Depending on his day, like most bosses in this industry, when he’s having a good day he’s alright,” Richards said. “But when not, he’s not the best person to be around … if he’s not having a good day.”
Richards said Heuermann was at his office on Thursday. He last spoke to him around 1 p.m.
Heuermann’s consulting firm worked with clients like Target, Nike, Burlington Coat Factory, Foot Locker and other large brand names, according to his website.
He has also worked with New York City agencies, Catholic Charities, NYC-DEP Sewerage Treatment and American Airlines, per his website.
What is Rex Heuermann accused of?
In total, 10 bodies found in the Gilgo Beach area are believed to be connected to the case. Heuermann has been charged with first-degree murder in three of the deaths: Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman and Amber Lynn Costello.
Defense attorney Michael Brown, who is representing Heuermann, said his client denied the accusations against him and told the lawyer he “didn’t do this.”
Police said Heuermann owns a first-generation Chevrolet Avalanche, which was seen by a witness to the disappearance of Costello. Heuermann is believed to have used a burner phone to contact his victims, court documents said.
He used Tinder under an alias, according to court documents. The documents also said an email account associated with one of the burner phones connected to Heuermann was used to search for sex workers, torture-related pornography and child pornography.
The email account searched for serial killers and the investigations into Barthelemy, Waterman, Costello and Maureen Brainard-Barnes, another victim identified by police during the Gilgo Beach search, according to court documents.
In addition, Heuermann looked up the task force created to find the Gilgo Beach serial killer, court documents said.
Heuermann is also accused of using Barthelemy’s cellphone to make taunting calls to one of her family members. Court documents stated the cellphone was in Midtown Manhattan during the calls, which is where Heuermann’s office is located.
Activity on Barthelemy’s cell phone also stopped when Heuermann also traveled to Iceland in 2009, court documents said, but started up again when Heuermann returned to the U.S.
Court documents said Heuermann’s wife was out of the state during the disappearances of the three women.
Police made the connection to Heuermann after linking female hairs found on the victims to his wife. A Suffolk County Police detective recovered the hairs from 11 bottles Heuermann left out in a trash can on the curb.
They were also able to link a male hair found on Waterman to Heuermann after a surveillance team recovered a pizza box he threw out in Manhattan.
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President Biden visited Atlanta on Sunday to honor Martin Luther King Jr. on what would have been the civil rights leader's 94th birthday. Biden spoke at Ebenezer Baptist Church, where King was once pastor. The speech drew parallels between King's civil rights mission and Biden's own domestic agenda. NPR's White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez traveled with the president.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "THE PRESENCE OF THE LORD IS HERE")
UNIDENTIFIED CHOIR: (Singing) The presence of the Lord is here.
FRANCO ORDOÑEZ, BYLINE: President Biden was standing on the dais as the chorus sang. Georgia Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock, the senior pastor of the church, joked the service may be a bit different than what the president is used to.
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RAPHAEL WARNOCK: He is a devout Catholic. This Baptist service might be a little bit rambunctious and animated.
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WARNOCK: But I saw him over there clapping his hands.
ORDOÑEZ: Warnock said Biden is the only sitting president to deliver the church's sermon on Sunday morning.
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WARNOCK: Mr. President, the choir is going to warm it up for you. That's how we Baptists do.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "IF I CAN HELP SOMEBODY")
UNIDENTIFIED CHOIR: (Singing) And my living shall...
ORDOÑEZ: Biden then launched into a sermon, likening King's fight for civil rights to his own fight for his political agenda.
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PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN: And I believe Dr. King's life and legacy show us the way. And we should pay attention.
ORDOÑEZ: He repeatedly quoted King's words and used them when speaking about his priorities to defend democracy and revive stalled voting rights legislation.
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BIDEN: The goal of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, which Dr. King led, stated it clearly and boldly, and it must be repeated again now, to redeem the soul of America.
ORDOÑEZ: But Cliff Albright, the co-founder of Black Voters Matter, says words are not enough. He said he wants the president to use his executive authority to do more to protect minority voters.
CLIFF ALBRIGHT: We don't just need the speech. We need it to be followed up with actions.
ORDOÑEZ: But Biden has repeatedly said that Congress needs to take the next step. And he told members of the congregation that they need to stay positive.
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BIDEN: Like Dr. King was optimistic. Folks, as I said, progress is never easy. But redeeming the soul of the country is absolutely essential.
ORDOÑEZ: He said they must choose to be believers, to be unafraid and to always keep the faith.
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NEW YORK (AP) — A strong week for Wall Street closed out with modest gains Friday, sending the stock market to its highest level since early December.
The S&P 500 rose 0.2% to clinch its third winning week in the last four and was near its highest level since the summer, before fading at the end of the day. It’s rallied through January on growing belief inflation is on a steady downswing, hopefully leading to less pressure on the economy and markets.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 28 points, or 0.1%, while the Nasdaq composite gained 0.9%.
Helping to lead the way was American Express, which jumped 10.5% despite reporting weaker profit and revenue for the latest quarter than expected. It gave a forecast for earnings through 2023 that topped Wall Street’s expectations and announced a planned increase to its dividend.
Another big gain for Tesla’s stock also supported the market. It rose 11% following its stronger-than-expected profit report for the end of 2022 released earlier in the week.
They helped offset a 6.4% loss for Intel following a jarring warning from the chipmaker. Not only did its revenue and earnings fall short of expectations last quarter, it also gave a forecast for revenue this quarter more than $2 billion below analysts’ expectations.
All told, the S&P 500 rose 10.13 points to 4,070.56. The Dow climbed 28.67 to 33,978.08, and the Nasdaq gained 109.30 to 11,621.71.
Hasbro fell 8.1% after saying it “underperformed” in this past holiday shopping season and will likely report a 17% drop in revenue for the fourth quarter. The company will cut about 1,000 jobs to reduce costs.
So far, the job market has remained remarkably resilient despite a slowing overall economy. Almost all of the high-profile layoff announcements have been within the tech industry, which raced to expand after the pandemic sent demand for technology soaring.
Earnings reporting season is entering its heart, and companies have been offering mixed results and forecasts. That’s helped lead to some big swings in markets.
Two competing big ideas have been sending Wall Street veering recently. On one hand are worries about a steep drop-off in profits and a severe recession for the economy following all the Federal Reserve’s increases to interest rates last year meant to crush inflation. On the other are hopes that cooling inflation may allow the Fed to take it easier on rates.
The market is partly trying to reconcile that weak earnings and a drop in demand may be necessary for inflation to keep cooling, said Keith Buchanan, portfolio manager at Globalt Investments.
“It’s kind of like this is the medicine the economy has to take,” he said.
Economic reports on Friday backed up recent data points suggesting inflation continues to moderate. The measure the Fed prefers, which doesn’t count food and energy costs, was 4.4% higher in December than a year earlier. That was down from 4.7% inflation in November.
Reports also showed that income growth for Americans slowed in December, while consumer spending fell off a bit more sharply than expected.
A separate report said U.S. consumers are also downshifting their expectations for inflation in the coming year. Over the long run, the University of Michigan said inflation expectations remain roughly where they’ve been for most of the last 18 months.
Economists said Friday’s data likely keeps the Fed on track to raise its key benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points at its meeting next week. That would be a step down from its increase of 0.50 points last month and four straight hikes of 0.75 points before that.
Smaller increases would mean less added pressure on the economy, which has already seen damage done to the housing industry and other areas because of last year’s surge in rates.
The yield on the 10-year Treasury, which sets rates for mortgages and other important loans, held steady at 3.51%. The two-year yield, which moves more on expectations for Fed actions, held at 4.19%.
Next week could be another busy one for markets, with several high-profile events on top of the Fed’s announcement. The European Central Bank will give its latest decision on rates, the U.S. government will release its latest monthly check on the jobs market and more than 100 companies in the S&P 500 will report their quarterly results.
In stock markets overseas, India’s Sensex fell 1.5% as the Adani Group was again hit by heavy selling. Shares in seven Adani companies have plunged this week, wiping out billions of dollars in market value, after short-selling firm Hindenburg Research said it was betting against the conglomerate, which has holdings in energy, data transmission, construction and other major industries.
The Adani Group said it was considering legal action against Hindenburg following its allegations of stock market manipulation and accounting fraud.
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WIMBLEDON, England — (AP) — Sofia Kenin used to be the up-and-coming American, the one who was a Grand Slam champion at age 21, the one who beat a teenage Coco Gauff on the way to that trophy, the one who right afterward broke into the Top 10 in the WTA rankings, then soon made another run to a major final.
After all of that came a series of health issues — a lingering foot injury, a bout with COVID-19, a right ankle problem — and three first-round exits in a row at major tournaments, all of which added up to a slide down the rankings. Coming into Wimbledon, Kenin was ranked 128th, so low she needed to go through three qualifying rounds just to get into the main draw, where she was placed in the bracket against none other than Gauff.
It's Gauff who is now in the Top 10 at age 19 and seeded No. 7 at the All England Club, who was a Slam runner-up at last year's French Open, who was a quarterfinalist or better at four of the most recent nine majors. And yet it was Kenin who came out on top in their highlight-filled matchup on a windy, chilly Monday at No. 1 Court, beating Gauff 6-4, 4-6, 6-2.
“I know where I was," Kenin said, "and where I should be.”
She was steadier than Gauff, with far fewer winners but also far fewer unforced errors.
Here’s how Kenin described her mindset: “Don’t get anxious or super excited.”
Kenin also acknowledged afterward that she set out to “pick on her forehand a little bit more,” referring to Gauff's weaker side.
“I didn’t really put too much pressure on her,” Gauff said. “I felt like she could make a ball on the court (and) didn’t have to be as good — and I wouldn’t do much with it. That’s what happened.”
There were highlights galore, including one sequence each in which one player fell down to the grass, got herself back up and ended up taking the point.
“With three wins under her belt from ‘qualies,’ I knew she was going to be playing with confidence,” Gauff said when asked about whether Kenin could return to the heights she once reached. “I mean, it’s always possible for somebody to get back to that level. She’s still on the younger end of her career. I think with how she played today, it shouldn’t be too long.”
It was at Wimbledon in 2019 that Gauff made her breakthrough and began to establish herself as a household name at age 15.
She became the youngest player to qualify at the All England Club, then beat seven-time major champion Venus Williams in the first round en route to getting all the way to the fourth round before losing to eventual title winner Simona Halep.
Still not yet 20, Gauff is considered one of the rising stars of women's tennis. That label was applied to Kenin just three years ago.
“She had nothing to lose today. Obviously she won a Grand Slam, but she’s in a tough spot in her career,” Gauff said. “So I knew coming in she would play with a lot of motivation. It was all about how I would play today and how I would take care of my end of the court. I did in certain moments, but obviously not enough.”
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.
Betsy & Lace Recalls Children's Nightgowns Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard and Burn Hazard
https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Betsy-and-Lace-Recalls-Childrens-Nightgowns-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Flammability-Standard-and-Burn-Hazard
Paradise Grills Recalls Outdoor Kitchens Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Paradise-Grills-Recalls-Outdoor-Kitchens-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
Kids Preferred Recalls "My First" Disney-Character Figurines Due to Choking Hazard
https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Kids-Preferred-Recalls-My-First-Disney-Character-Figurines-Due-to-Choking-Hazard
Allpredatorcalls.com Recalls Wicked Lights Night Hunting Headlamps Due to Burn Hazard
https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Allpredatorcalls-com-Recalls-Wicked-Lights-Night-Hunting-Headlamps-Due-to-Burn-Hazard
Hatley USA Recalls Children's Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards and Burn Hazard and Children's Headbands Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban
https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Hatley-USA-Recalls-Childrens-Pajamas-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Flammability-Standards-and-Burn-Hazard-and-Childrens-Headbands-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban
KLIM Recalls Backcountry Probes Due to Risk of Severe Injury or Death
https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/KLIM-Recalls-Backcountry-Probes-Due-to-Risk-of-Severe-Injury-or-Death
Children's Nightgowns Recalled Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards and Burn Hazard; Imported by The Oaks Apparel Company
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About the U.S. CPSC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC.
For lifesaving information:
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SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bexson Biomedical, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company focused on disrupting the $189 billion small molecule injectable market and enabling home health solutions, today announced the appointment of Robert S. Langer ScD, MIT David H. Koch Institute Professor and Co-founder of Moderna, to its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB).
"We are excited to have Dr. Langer join our Scientific Advisory Board as a world leader in new biotechnology advancements and inventions who understands the complexities of the regulatory pathway for such advancements given his service as Chairman of the FDA Science Board." said Gregg Peterson, CEO. "Furthermore, we believe his addition to our SAB is a testament for our formulation technology, SEVALENT™'s, potential to disrupt the small molecule injectable market, bringing traditionally expensive, clinically delivered therapies, to the patients' home."
"I am very enthusiastic about joining Bexson's Scientific Advisory Board and I believe Bexson's formulation technology is a significant breakthrough that will allow small molecule therapies to be delivered subcutaneously in a controlled and efficacious manner," commented Dr. Langer. "In addition, the application of their formulation technology to a broad platform of small molecule therapies may greatly alleviate the burden of high costs while supporting patient preference."
Dr. Langer is the David H. Koch Institute Professor at MIT, the highest honor awarded to faculty members. Dr. Langer has written over 1,500 articles and has over 1,400 issued and pending patents worldwide. Dr. Langer's patents have been licensed or sublicensed to over 400 pharmaceutical, chemical, biotechnology and medical device companies. He served as both a member and Chairman of the United States Food and Drug Administration's Science Board. Dr. Langer has received over 220 major awards including the United States National Medal of Science (2006), the United States National Medal of Technology and Innovation (2011), and the Charles Stark Draper Prize (2002), considered the equivalent of the Nobel Prize for engineers.
Bexson Biomedical, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on disrupting the small molecule injectable market and enabling home health solutions through new formulations designed for subcutaneous delivery. Bexson's proprietary platform, SEVALENT™, can be applied to small molecules across a broad range of drug classes, enabling IV therapies to be delivered subcutaneously.
Bexson's lead therapy, BB106, is a low-dose ketamine treatment for post-operative pain management, a $36B global market and leading driver of opioid addiction. Additionally, management believes its BB106 formulation technology can be utilized to address various mental health indications.
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Phoenix Suns' NBA trade speculation includes Atlanta Hawks' John Collins
NBA trade speculation involving the Phoenix Suns continues to run rampant and one name appears to be picking up steam in some of the chatter.
John Collins.
The power forward for the Atlanta Hawks is being linked to Phoenix as a potential trade possibility according to several NBA writers.
Would Phoenix be interested in Collins? What would they have to give up for him?
Check out some of the NBA trade chatter surrounding Collins and the Suns.
More:Phoenix Suns linked to Los Angeles Lakers' Anthony Davis in NBA trade speculation
Bleacher Report: John Collins would be 'bold' trade for Phoenix Suns
Greg Swartz has the Suns giving up Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder, Landry Shamet and a 2025 second-round pick for Collins.
He writes: "As good as the Suns still are, upgrading the starting power forward position from Jae Crowder would make this the best starting five in basketball, especially adding a talent like Collins to a core of Chris Paul, Devin Booker, Mikal Bridges and Deandre Ayton. Collins, 24, is under contract for the next four seasons at a reasonable $25.5 million per year and can be a valuable lob option and floor-spacer for this Suns team. He's averaged 18.2 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks on 55.5/38.8/81.1 percent shooting splits over the past three years in Atlanta. As much as Phoenix would like to keep Johnson, he's due for a new contract next summer and is two years older than Collins, despite being in the NBA for just three seasons."
NBA Analysis Network: Phoenix Suns land John Collins in major NBA trade scenario
James Piercey has Phoenix trading Landry Shamet, Dario Saric, Cam Johnson and a first-round pick in exchange for Collins.
He writes: "For the Phoenix Suns, this deal is a little simpler. In fact, it’s no more than a talent upgrade. Of course, the Suns are in an ideal position to make one of those. This team made the NBA Finals in 2020-21. They followed that up by winning the most regular season games in the NBA in 2021-22, albeit before collapsing in the Western Conference Semifinals. Their Game 7 performance against the Dallas Mavericks may have been disappointing, but write the Suns off as contenders at your own peril. At the same time, it wouldn’t hurt to improve the roster. This deal does exactly that. John Collins may not be quite as accurate a shooter as Johnson, but he’s a more dynamic offensive player. With an elite vertical for his size, Collins can roll or pop out of pick-and-roll situations.
More:Julius Randle trade speculation: Should Phoenix Suns trade for New York Knicks forward?
Fansided: John Collins would be interesting fit with Suns
Peter O'Keefe writes: "Collins would be an interesting piece to the Suns, particularly offensively. He’d come from a pick-and-roll partnership with Trae Young, meaning he’d into the Phoenix system fairly smoothly. The only worry would be whether having he and Deandre Ayton as pick-and-roll threats is actually counter-productive, and would ultimately limit the offensive potential of both players. As well as being a lob threat, Collins would also bring the similar shooting threat to both Crowder and Johnson. The 24-year-old shot 36.4% from three-point range last season on 3.3 attempts per game. Another big advantage would be the rebounding aspect as Collins delivers a far greater presence on the boards than Crowder or Johnson."
Fansided: Trading John Collins to Suns would help Hawks' bench depth
Joshua Buckhalter writes: "Atlanta sent a package of picks along with forward Danilo Gallinaro to the San Antonio Spurs for Murray. A subsequent trade sending Kevin Huerter to the Sacramento Kings helped to replenish some of the depth lost as well as draft capital from the Murray deal. But the Hawks bench is still looking at taking a step back given all of their significant contributors that will be suiting up for new teams next season. This deal goes a long way to replenishing that depth and more draft capital."
More:Phoenix Suns trade updates, rumors: Julius Randle included in NBA trade speculation
SB Nation: Phoenix Suns need to pursue John Collins
Dave King writes: "I think it’s time to go after John Collins of Atlanta, depending on the cost to acquire of course. Now that KD is off the table, the Suns can use their draft picks for this current team, and I believe Collins can add another wrinkle to the Suns offense that’s tough to defend. He can help on rebounding too, which is much-needed for any Suns player not playing center. Collins wouldn’t be a 20/10 guy for the Suns because of all the other scorers, but 16/9 could be a huge help. What would it take? I’d do the deal if it only cost Crowder/Shamet/pick but would hard pass if they insist on Cameron Johnson. A secondary option is to poach the Utah Jazz of Jordan Clarkson and/or Bojan Bogdanovic, but again it depends on the cost."
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RICHMOND, Ind. (AP) — An eastern Indiana police officer shot in the head during a traffic stop was taken off life support Thursday but she remained alive with vital signs that were stable, her department said.
Richmond Police Department Officer Seara Burton, 28, has been treated at a hospital in Dayton, Ohio, since being shot on Aug. 10.
"At this time Officer Burton is still alive and surrounded by family," the department said in a news release posted on Facebook Thursday afternoon.
The decision was made Wednesday to remove Burton, a four-year veteran of the Richmond department, from life support.
“Officer Seara Burton’s injuries have been determined to be unrecoverable,” the police Department said in a news release posted on Facebook Wednesday. “Seara will live on and continue to be a hero with her selfless gift of organ donation.”
It did not say which organs would be donated.
Prosecutors have filed three attempted murder charges against Phillip Matthew Lee, the man accused of shooting Burton.
Lee, 47, of Richmond, has been held in jail on a $1.5 million bond. He has made an initial court appearance in which he entered a plea of not guilty.
Lee’s moped was stopped by officers Aug. 10 and Burton was called in to assist with her police dog, which indicated the possible presence of narcotics.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress is moving toward doing something it hasn’t done since the Vietnam War — repealing authorizations for the president’s use of military force. For lawmakers, that’s an important gesture toward reclaiming a say over the wars America wages abroad.
The Senate voted 66-30 on Wednesday to repeal the 2002 resolution giving President George W. Bush the green light to invade Iraq, an authorization that many now see as a mistake. The measure also would repeal the 1991 resolution authorizing the U.S. military’s combat action against Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein’s invasion of Kuwait.
Approval by the House, which is less certain, would officially end congressional approval for the U.S. war in Iraq and, symbolically at least, close the U.S.-led war itself.
Debate on repealing the 2002 authorization comes nearly 20 years after Bush stood in front of a “Mission Accomplished” banner to declare that U.S. troops had wrapped up major combat in Iraq. After that breezy moment of American confidence, the U.S. war went on to take the lives of hundreds of thousands of Iraqis and thousands of Americans.
The U.S. overthrow of Saddam and Iraqi security forces in 2003 opened the door for the rise of both Islamic State fighters and Iranian-allied political parties and militias in Iraq, as well as horrific sectarian violence. Only in December 2021 was the U.S. military finally able to declare an actual end to its combat role — though 2,500 U.S. troops remain in supporting roles.
As the Iraq War’s timeline shows, little about how the U.S. starts and ends its modern wars, and who gets to decide, is at all clear cut.
Here’s a look at congressional action all this matters.
WHAT ARE THE AUTHORIZATIONS? WHY NEEDED?
First of all, an “authorization for use of military force” is not a declaration of war. Framers of the Constitution split responsibility over wars abroad between Congress and the president. They gave lawmakers authority on declaring and funding but the president — as commander in chief — authority to direct the waging.
That’s what’s in print, anyway. In practice, lawmakers since the Vietnam era have accused the executive branch of starting and pursuing foreign wars and launching military strikes without congressional sign-off.
In fact, the last war Congress formally declared was World War II, after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
An authorization for use of military force is kind of a war declaration-light, without the more drastic domestic actions that come with formally declaring the nation at war.
Presidents since the end of World War II have invoked the authorizations or claimed other legal justifications for the Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, the wars in Afghanization and Iraq and dozens of more limited military strikes abroad — without full-on declarations of war.
In Vietnam, President Lyndon Johnson used a 1964 congressional resolution for military force, after an alleged attack on U.S. ships, to steadily draw U.S. forces deeper into the increasingly unpopular war. U.S. intelligence findings justifying the 1964 resolution were later questioned. In the 1970s, Congress repealed the authorization and sought unsuccessfully to assert more control over America’s foreign wars.
Still, a half-century later, congressional authorization for military force is a powerful signal that lawmakers are on the same page as the president in the need to wage a war abroad. So revoking that authorization sends a powerful signal, too.
WHY SCRAP THE 2002 AUTHORIZATION AND WHY NOW?
War fatigue drained public support for both of the post-Sept. 11, 2001, wars, in Afghanistan and Iraq, as the conflicts dragged on for longer and with far darker and deadlier results than the Bush administration and Congress had anticipated. Republican backing, decisive in passing the 2002 authorization, ebbed. That’ was especially so as an isolationist trend in the party grew under President Donald Trump.
Advocates for repeal won broad and bipartisan support in the Senate on Wednesday, as well as backing from the White House. They argue a repeal shows the world that Iraq’s current, democratically elected government is no longer a U.S. enemy and that Iraq has stabilized.
“It sends a message about America. We are willing to turn swords into plowshares,” Sen. Tim Kaine, a Virginia Democrat and a main sponsor, told reporters.
Keeping congressional authorization for military force on the books “invites presidential mischief,” giving administrations legal cover to launch new military strikes abroad without first consulting Congress, Kaine argued.
WHAT’S THE CASE FOR KEEPING THE AUTHORIZATION?
Opponents argue repeal would signal weakness, particularly to U.S. rival Iran, and invite Tehran to exert its influence in the Middle East even further. They also say the 2002 authorization is needed to make sure future presidents can respond quickly to threats.
“I am opposed to Congress sunsetting any military force authorizations in the Middle East,” Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said this week. “Our terrorist enemies aren’t sunsetting their war against us.”
A March 23 drone strike that killed a U.S. contractor in Syria added impetus to that argument. The U.S. blamed an Iranian-allied militia.
Supporters of the repeal counter that presidents can and do cite a range of other legal arguments for authorizing rapid action when a security threat suddenly looms abroad. They point particularly to a separate 2001 congressional authorization for military force against extremist groups that was passed in the immediate aftermath of al-Qaida attacks on the United States. Senators last week resoundingly rejected a bid by Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky to repeal the 2001 authorization.
THE IRAQ WAR AND CONGRESS
Lawmakers arguing for withdrawing the 20-year-old authorization for the war in Iraq say it would be a step toward righting the balance of power between Congress and the president when it comes to launching into conflicts abroad.
Critics of repeal say Congress willingly yielded too much of its war powers to presidents, especially on the so-called “Forever Wars” in Afghanistan and Iraq that followed the 2001 al-Qaida attacks. Afghanistan became the longest war in U.S. history.
Unlike in every previous major war, Congress has allowed administrations to go into debt to pay for the Afghanistan and Iraq wars rather than draw on taxes, said Linda Bilmes, a public finance and policy researcher at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. She has charted the resulting trillions of dollars in interest payments facing the U.S. from those two, two-decade conflicts.
Money from the borrowing limited financial scrutiny of the wars in Congress. It also allowed lawmakers and successive administrations to avoid touching off politically fraught debates over the rising costs, Bilmes said.
“It was something which was not in the interest of the American public,” Bilmes said. “But it was in the interest of elected officials across the board to have minimal oversight.”
WHAT’S NEXT?
Repeal of the Iraq War authorizations goes next to the House. It’s not clear how broad the support for the repeal is there, or how soon any action might come. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has suggested he is open to supporting repeal, although he previously opposed it. President Joe Biden says he supports the repeal and will sign it if it gets to his desk.
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BEIJING, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In the face of complex changes in the world, times and history, relations between China and Iran have withstood the tests of various international vicissitudes.
During the talks between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Tuesday in Beijing, both leaders committed to deepening and upgrading the two countries' partnership.
China will unswervingly develop friendly cooperation with Iran to promote China-Iran comprehensive strategic partnership for new development, Xi told Raisi, who is paying his first state visit to China.
For his part, Raisi said the time-tested friendship has become even firmer as time goes by.
Sincere strategic partners
China and Iran have supported each other, worked together to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, consolidated strategic mutual trust and made steady progress in practical cooperation, which has promoted common interests and safeguarded international fairness and justice, Xi said.
The country has remained Iran's biggest trading partner for years. From January to August in 2022, the bilateral trade volume between China and Iran was $11.16 billion, a year-on-year increase of 19 percent, of which China's exports to Iran were $6.214 billion, a year-on-year increase of 24 percent, and China's imports were $4.946 billion, a year-on-year increase of 14 percent.
In 2022, the two sides jointly announced the launch of the implementation of the 25-year comprehensive cooperation plan, agreeing to step up cooperation on energy, infrastructure, production capacity, science and technology, and medical and health care.
The two leaders vowed to implement the Iran-China Comprehensive Cooperation Plan well at the meeting and called for strengthened cooperation in various fields, such as trade, infrastructure and agriculture.
Raisi also called for Chinese enterprises to visit Iran for investment and business and said he expects more Chinese tourists to visit.
Practice true multilateralism
Maintaining stability in the Middle East is critical to the well-being of countries and people in the region; it is also crucial to maintaining world peace, promoting global economic development, and ensuring a stable supply of energy.
In September 2022, the 22nd meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) signed a memorandum on Iran's membership in the SCO, and Raisi issued an order for implementing the law on Iran's membership in the SCO on February 7, 2023.
Supporting and actively participating in the Belt and Road Initiative, the Global Development Initiative and the Global Security Initiative proposed by China, Raisi said Iran will maintain good cooperation with organizations occasions, such as the SCO, and jointly safeguard regional and world peace and stability.
Xi said China is willing to work with Iran to strengthen communication and coordination in multiple platforms such as the UN and the SCO, practice true multilateralism and safeguard the common interests of developing countries.
China will continue to jointly build the Belt and Road cooperation with Iran, aiming to step up interconnectivity and expand people-to-people and cultural exchanges, Xi added.
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WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, September 1, 2022
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FLOOD WARNING
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Flood Warning
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
951 AM CDT Wed Aug 31 2022
...The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio TX has issued
a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Texas...
Pecos River Near Langtry affecting Val Verde County.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Even 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet
and a depth of 2 feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim,
or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters,
stop, turn around and go another way.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued late tonight at 100 AM CDT.
...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM THIS MORNING TO JUST AFTER MIDNIGHT
TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Pecos River Near Langtry.
* WHEN...From this morning to just after midnight tonight.
* IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, (4.0 meters), Turbulence in the river
channel is dangerous to canoeists and kayakers. Flow inundates the
lower banks of the canyon threatening sleeping campers and their
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Rayman Ferris Olson
Published 6:37 am Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Passed away at the Minnesota Veterans Home, Minneapolis on Dec. 21. Ray was born to Evelyn (Melby) and Joseph (Gay) Olson in Minneapolis on July 28, 1945. A few years later, the family moved to Albert Lea to help with the care of Rayman’s grandfather, Thorvald Olson. Ray was a 1963 graduate of Albert Lea HS, a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy and a retiree of the U.S Postal Service.
He is preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Evelyn and brother, Roy. Lovingly survived by children Ryan (Stephanie), Dana Twum-Ampofo (Alfred) and Michael (Kayla); grandchildren, Henry, Lily, Evelyn, Ida and Liam; and former wife Carol Pressley.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, Dec. 29 at Simple Traditions by Bradshaw, (488 Humboldt Avenue, St. Paul) with visitation one hour prior. Interment will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at 12:45 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Minnesota Veterans Home or the American Cancer Society.
Live Streaming of the service will be available on the Bradshaw website: bradshawfuneral.com
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- Collaboration places emphasis on personalized medicine; brings together key precision diagnostic and treatment delivery tools aimed at creating shorter, more comfortable and more effective treatments for patients
CHICAGO and SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GE Healthcare and Accuray Incorporated (NASDAQ: ARAY) announced today that they have signed a global commercial collaboration agreement designed to provide solutions that make it possible for more healthcare teams around the world to tailor patients' care at every stage of their treatment journey. The two companies will make available a comprehensive offering that brings together GE Healthcare's precision diagnostic tools and Accuray Incorporated's innovative radiation therapy delivery capabilities to advance the practice of radiation therapy and help deliver personalized care to patients diagnosed with cancer.
The practice of radiation therapy requires high quality imaging to determine the size, shape and characteristics of tumors, and sophisticated delivery technology to help precisely target tumors, while differentiating and minimizing dose to healthy tissue. As advanced imaging continues to enable earlier diagnosis and identification of smaller lesions - the need for precision and accuracy of treatment will be of equal importance to enable clinicians to diagnose and treat earlier stage cancers with confidence. By bringing together GE Healthcare's imaging solutions and Accuray radiation therapy technologies, the collaboration seeks to improve diagnosis and treatment across the spectrum of cancer care. The collaboration will initially focus on addressing challenges in the treatment of lung and brain cancers – with an emphasis on early detection; functional diagnostics to better inform planning decisions; and targeted, precise treatment delivery. Additionally, GE Healthcare and Accuray Incorporated will seek to drive digitalization and interoperability as healthcare systems look to build cancer care pathway solutions and streamline workflows in radiation oncology.
"Personalized medicine demands precision in both diagnosis and delivery," said Jan Makela, President & CEO of Imaging for GE Healthcare. "As we continue to build out our oncology offerings to help enable more precise, connected and compassionate care, we are committed to helping cancer care providers gain the upper hand through our suite of diagnostic technologies that help improve detection, as well as clinical and operational efficiency. In the face of complex diagnoses, we work to make the first image count in order to help shorten the window from diagnosis to treatment. We're excited about the opportunity to work with Accuray and expand access to our advanced imaging tools as we aim to provide a pathway to earlier diagnosis and better treatment options."
"The radiation therapy community is redefining personalized medicine with advances in technology that improve the cancer care continuum, from diagnosis to survivorship. For Accuray, this involves a continuous focus on innovation of our treatment planning and delivery technologies to help ensure medical care teams can deliver the most precise radiation treatments possible in the shortest amount of time," said Suzanne Winter, President & CEO of Accuray. "In 2022 it is estimated that more than one million U.S. cancer patients will receive treatment with radiation therapy1*. This statistic underscores the importance of our collaboration with GE Healthcare, a global leader in healthcare committed to creating best-in-class oncology solutions, to elevate the visibility of our solutions and ultimately, make potentially life-saving radiation therapy treatments available to more people."
As two U.S. based companies with a broad global reach, GE Healthcare and Accuray are committed to solutions designed with standard interoperability and interfaces that will allow integration with any vendor's systems providing customers with increased flexibility and choice. The agreement allows each party to continue to cooperate with other technologies. The collaboration will expand the reach for both companies to providers that want access to precise, accurate, and innovative solutions from diagnosis to treatment.
GE Healthcare is the $17.7 billion healthcare business of GE (NYSE: GE). As a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics and digital solutions innovator, GE Healthcare enables clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent devices, data analytics, applications and services, supported by its Edison intelligence platform. With over 100 years of healthcare industry experience and around 48,000 employees globally, the company operates at the center of an ecosystem working toward precision health, digitizing healthcare, helping drive productivity and improve outcomes for patients, providers, health systems and researchers around the world.
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Accuray is committed to expanding the powerful potential of radiation therapy to improve as many lives as possible. We invent unique, market-changing solutions designed to deliver radiation treatments for even the most complex cases—while making commonly treatable cases even easier—to meet the full spectrum of patient needs. We are dedicated to continuous innovation in radiation therapy for oncology, neuro-radiosurgery, and beyond, as we partner with clinicians and administrators, empowering them to help patients get back to their lives, faster. Accuray is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with facilities worldwide. To learn more, visit www.accuray.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.
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1 This is a calculation based on information found on the American Cancer Society website: Estimated numbers of new cancer cases and deaths in 2022 (In 2022, there will be an estimated 1.9 million new cancer cases diagnosed, and 609,360 cancer deaths in the United States). Many people with cancer need treatment with radiation therapy. In fact, more than half (about 60%) of people with cancer have radiation therapy.
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BALTIMORE (AP) — Joe Johnson-Winfield remembers when west Baltimore’s Pennsylvania Avenue attracted locals and tourists alike to its renowned jazz clubs, upscale shops and vibrant nightlife. Back then, the bustling commercial strip, also known as The Avenue, was a Black cultural hub frequented by civil rights leaders.
Over a half-century later, nearly everything has changed.
On his way to the store for cat food Monday morning, Johnson-Winfield walked past the scene of a Saturday evening shootout that killed two people and left three others injured.
At least one of the gunshot victims, a young mother, was an apparent bystander. She was waiting for takeout with her two small children when gunfire broke out, according to police. She tried to drive away, but a bullet left her critically wounded behind the wheel. Her vehicle continued down the block before crashing into a pole. The children — a baby and a toddler — both suffered serious injuries from the crash. The woman died Monday in the hospital, police said.
Less than two weeks earlier, a man was stabbed to death at the same busy intersection, which includes a subway stop, corner stores and other businesses.
The brazen displays of violence left residents on edge, worried for their safety and further frustrated at the current state of Baltimore’s Upton neighborhood, which emerged during segregation as a bastion of Black culture and entertainment. Its cultural artifacts include the childhood home of Thurgood Marshall, the first African American appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court, and a bronze statue of jazz legend Billie Holiday, who also had roots in west Baltimore and performed at nearby clubs.
But since Upton’s heyday, the area has experienced a steady decline driven by urban flight and growing disinvestment.
“It breaks your heart,” said Johnson-Winfield, 65, a semi-retired hair stylist and lifelong resident of the area.
He gestured toward nearby blighted buildings and overgrown lots, familiar signs of poverty in an environment largely defined by the local drug trade and its devastating impacts: addiction, homelessness and violence. People were milling around on the sidewalks, some exhibiting obvious signs of substance abuse.
Several makeshift memorials commemorated the recent victims with balloons, candles, liquor bottles, stuffed animals and photos. Trash bins lined the sidewalk, overflowing with discarded yellow crime tape.
“This city is just one big memorial, candlelight vigils every week,” Johnson-Winfield said, shaking his head sadly at the number of young men carrying guns and resorting to violence in Baltimore, which recently recorded over 300 annual homicides for the eighth consecutive year.
After losing younger relatives to gun violence, he sees no easy solution. He believes police officers should do more to address obvious criminal activity, but he also acknowledged the challenges they face, especially in areas that seem heavily saturated with guns and drugs.
The Upton of his childhood was a different place altogether. The neighborhood rose to prominence in the early 1900s and its heyday lasted into the ’50s and ’60s.
“It was a hub,” Johnson-Winfield said. “On Friday and Saturday nights, people would get dressed to the nines and hit The Avenue.”
He recalled shopping with his family and sampling different cuisines at their local public market. The food hall now sits largely vacant next to the Upton subway stop, with several nearby corner stores and takeout joints offering little more than fast food, he griped. But officials announced plans last year to renovate the building, an investment they hope will spur additional revitalization in what was once Baltimore’s preeminent Black business district, filled with retail shops, grocery stores and restaurants.
Other initiatives to preserve Upton history and stimulate positive development are ongoing, including its designation in 2019 as an arts and entertainment district, which officials said would provide tax breaks and other incentives to attract artists. But after witnessing decades of decline, Johnson-Winfield and other residents are skeptical.
He said some business owners left the area after social unrest broke out along Pennsylvania Avenue following the 1968 assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., when the area experienced widespread looting and destruction. A confluence of factors helped place the neighborhood on a downward trajectory, he said.
Adrian Ferrell, a local minister, said the recent violence pushes him to keep showing up in underserved Baltimore communities, trying to instill hope.
“How many more must die for some to live,” he bellowed into a microphone Monday afternoon at the scene of Saturday’s shooting. He questioned how the city would respond if more of its homicide victims were white.
Ferrell said he speaks openly about his past transgressions, including drug sales and other crimes, because he wants to show people change is possible.
But many young men growing up in poverty struggle to envision a future beyond the environment they’re raised in, said Kenneth Taylor, 58, who often hangs out along Pennsylvania Avenue. He said the community needs more help and called on city leaders to invest more in after school programs, recreation centers and job opportunities for youth.
“In Baltimore, you’ve got the haves and the have-nots,” Taylor said — often with just a few blocks separating them in a city crisscrossed by stark racial and economic divides.
To address a surge in gun violence that began in the wake of Freddie Gray’s 2015 death in Baltimore police custody, city leaders have pursued a number of initiatives and increased funding of existing anti-violence efforts. Last year, they reorganized a mediation program that deploys violence interrupters to intervene in disputes and launched a “focused deterrence” strategy that offers services, mentoring and other supports to young men at high risk of violence.
Outside the Upton subway station Monday morning, Taylor pointed to a sign that describes the neighborhood’s “glory days” and directs visitors to learn more about the “Baltimore African Americans who helped build the city and changed the face of American music, art, literature and politics.”
Several yards away, blue and orange balloons commemorated the man who died from stab wounds in early January in a display of violence that occurred during daylight hours. Police later released surveillance video showing two suspects leaving the scene, but they haven’t announced any arrests.
When gunfire erupted Saturday evening, two men were injured, one fatally, while standing outside near the intersection, according to Baltimore police. Moments later, a group of people fired back from a short distance away. The young mother killed was caught in the crossfire while trying to escape with her children.
Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison said detectives are investigating who was the intended target.
“What we need right now is information from our community,” Harrison said at the scene Saturday. “We know people heard something. We know people saw something.”
Police released surveillance images Tuesday morning showing three suspects who allegedly returned fire after the initial gunshots.
Mayor Brandon Scott, a Baltimore native who has made public safety a top priority for his administration, called on Black men to stand together against gun violence. He questioned when people will stop shooting each other over petty disputes.
“We as a community, as people, we’ve got to be better,” he said.
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How to Watch the Dodgers vs. White Sox Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for June 14
Mookie Betts and Andrew Vaughn will be among the star attractions when the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday at 10:10 PM ET, at Dodger Stadium.
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- Date: Wednesday, June 14, 2023
- Time: 10:10 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Location: Los Angeles, California
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Dodgers Batting & Pitching Performance
- The Los Angeles Dodgers have hit a league-leading 115 home runs, averaging 1.7 per game.
- Los Angeles' .461 slugging percentage ranks third-best in MLB.
- The Dodgers' .243 batting average ranks 19th in MLB.
- Los Angeles is the third-highest scoring team in MLB action, averaging 5.6 runs per game (372 total).
- The Dodgers' .329 on-base percentage ranks eighth-best in MLB.
- The Dodgers strike out 8.8 times per game, the No. 18 average in the majors.
- The pitching staff for Los Angeles has a collective 8.7 K/9, which ranks 14th in the majors.
- Los Angeles has the 19th-ranked team ERA across all MLB pitching staffs (4.45).
- The Dodgers have the eighth-lowest WHIP in the majors (1.259).
White Sox Batting & Pitching Performance
- The White Sox's 70 home runs rank 21st in Major League Baseball.
- Fueled by 194 extra-base hits, Chicago ranks 25th in MLB with a .383 slugging percentage this season.
- The White Sox's .235 batting average ranks 22nd in the league this season.
- Chicago has scored 280 runs (4.1 per game) this season, which ranks 22nd in MLB.
- The White Sox have an OBP of just .294 this season, which ranks 29th in MLB.
- The White Sox rank 14th in MLB in strikeouts per game with an average of 8.5 whiffs per contest.
- Chicago averages 9.4 strikeouts per nine innings as a pitching staff, sixth-most in the majors.
- Chicago has the 23rd-ranked ERA (4.59) in the majors this season.
- White Sox pitchers have a 1.351 WHIP this season, 21st in the majors.
Dodgers Probable Starting Pitcher
- Clayton Kershaw makes the start for the Dodgers, his 14th of the season. He is 8-4 with a 2.95 ERA and 93 strikeouts in 76 1/3 innings pitched.
- The lefty's last time out came on Thursday against the Cincinnati Reds, when he threw seven scoreless innings while giving up five hits.
- Kershaw is seeking his third quality start in a row.
- Kershaw will try to go five or more innings for his fourth straight appearance. He's averaging 5.9 frames per outing.
- In three of his 13 total appearances this season he has not given up an earned run.
White Sox Probable Starting Pitcher
- Mike Clevinger (3-4) will take the mound for the White Sox, his 12th start of the season.
- The right-hander last pitched on Thursday, when he gave up three earned runs and allowed six hits in 5 2/3 innings against the New York Yankees.
- He has three quality starts in 11 chances this season.
- Clevinger has seven starts in a row of five innings or more.
- He has three appearances with no earned runs allowed in 11 chances this season.
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Column: California’s most famous homeless man is dead. His life should guide CARE Court
For the 16 years James Mark Rippee lived on the streets of this Bay Area town, his sisters Catherine Rippee-Hanson and Linda Privatte unsuccessfully begged politicians, bureaucrats and medical professionals to give their schizophrenic baby brother the help he so clearly needed — but didn’t want.
Their advocacy made Rippee possibly the most famous homeless man in California — known well to state and local legislators and repeatedly written about by media. But it did no good.
In late November, Rippee was dumped at a hospital in the middle of the night gasping for breath, still too deep in his severe mental illness to understand he needed medical care. He died a few days later at the age of 59.
Officially, he was killed by pneumonia and sepsis that led to organ failure, but Rippee-Hanson is clear that the real cause is the ugly fight between civil libertarians and families like hers over when it is fair and necessary to intervene in the life of someone with serious mental illness.
“When did families lose the right to protect their own loved ones?” she asked me recently, less of a question than a statement of frustration and sorrow. “All we were trying to do was keep him alive.”
That brawl over what moral and legal justice looks like for our most severely mentally ill is headed — once again — into California’s court system, where many efforts to reform our laws have been quashed in recent decades.
Last week, as my colleague Hannah Wiley wrote, a trio of disability rights and civil liberties groups filed a lawsuit with the state Supreme Court to stop Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment Courts (CARE Courts), Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan to address the logjam of aid for those with serious brain disease.
If the Supreme Court accepts the case, or even sends it back to be litigated in lower courts, it could put on hold indefinitely California’s only real plan for helping our most vulnerable and seriously mentally ill. More people like Rippee will die on our streets. More families like his will be left shamed and blamed for trying to help.
Because in California, if someone like Rippee doesn’t want mental health care, even if they are in deep psychosis, it is nearly impossible for family members to do anything.
It is considered a violation of civil rights.
“It feels like David and Goliath. It feels like it’s the family members trying to open the eyes of people who think they have some higher, righteous goal to protect the rights of someone who can’t choose,” Rippee-Hanson said. “If Mark wasn’t gravely disabled then no one in California is.”
CARE Court has largely been billed as a plan to address homelessness, and that’s probably the governor’s biggest misstep in what is otherwise a good and necessary idea. That framing has led to justifiable fears that the new courts will be used to unfairly pick up, and maybe even lock up, homeless people deemed troublesome or disruptive, people with substance use disorders or less serious mental illness.
In their filing, the three organizations petitioning to stop CARE Court, Disability Rights California, Western Center on Law and Poverty, and the Public Interest Law Project, argue that “thousands of unhoused Californians with mental illness will be threatened with court orders, forced into involuntary treatment and swept off the streets, not because they are a danger to themselves or others, but because a judge has speculated they are ‘likely’ to become so in the future.”
If that were how CARE Court turned out, it would be unconscionable. We are all heartsick with the endless suffering on our streets, angry and frustrated with a problem that seems to be growing exponentially worse despite countless political promises to fix it. Still, few among us want to see people institutionalized, or deprived of their right to autonomy.
But as Rippee-Hanson puts it, “What about the right to live? What about the right to get treatment for a disease that is no fault of your own?”
It did not matter to civil libertarians or the powers that be that Rippee heard voices and had delusions that left him trapped in his own reality. For a time, he believed that the police were growing new recruits inside of him — spawning other humans with his body as an incubator — and it was the whispers of those creatures that rattled in his head.
It did not matter that he had lost both his eyes and part of his frontal lobe in a motorcycle accident that sent him hurtling into a grain harvester when he was 24.
It also didn’t matter that he was hit by cars twice, or that he often slept in front of the county building, forcing those charged with helping him to walk by him on a regular basis and watch him suffer outside of their office windows.
Mark Rippee was trapped by a cruel disease that made decisions for him. And his sisters, who spent nearly every day of their adult lives caring for him as best they could, lost decades trying to explain the pain and horror of that alternate reality for all of them as he deteriorated into a “mangled, broken man,” as Privatte, Rippee-Hanson’s twin, described him.
They should have had some sort of right, limited by great oversight, to help this beloved sibling. And that is what CARE Court will do.
Although the law allows medical providers, police and others to file a CARE Court petition, it more importantly allows family members to do so. One of the most crucial aspects of CARE Court that is getting lost in translation is that people like Rippee-Hanson and Privatte could finally have a powerful tool to stabilize their ill loved ones, before they become homeless or crumble into sickness and death.
CARE Court could compel counties to provide services and treatment to people such as Rippee, finally. This is the part of CARE Court that few talk about — the requirement that counties and other service providers comply or be sanctioned.
Right now, people with serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia are often last in line when it comes to getting help, because they can be hard to deal with and time-consuming. It’s much easier to shrug our shoulders and say someone like Rippee refused help, and instead use our scant resources on those with lesser needs. This has been Rippee-Hanson’s experience so many times that even she is skeptical of CARE Court, fearful its potential will turn out to be just another false promise.
There’s individual accountability in it, though, and oversight that gives me hope.
Under CARE Court, a judge has the power to order stable housing, to ensure that the person isn’t falling through the cracks of services, to force government to do more in the toughest cases. In effect, it takes an estimated 12,000 people who are nearly always shut out of services for one excuse or another and puts them front and center.
But CARE Court is not involuntary treatment. Though those referred to it do receive notices to appear in court, there is no penalty for ignoring anything the court orders. There is no punishment for not taking part in any treatment plan. A person can just not show up and little would happen besides visits from social workers — no bench warrant, no cops looking for them, no needle injecting medications against their will.
CARE Court is a one-year program that can be extended to two years. If the person doesn’t participate, the only possible consequence is that they can be referred for a conservatorship, an entirely separate legal proceeding that may or may not end up with the person being placed under the supervision of the state.
It’s true that there’s a “black robe effect,” as the lawsuit claims, that appearing before a judge can make it feel like compliance is required. Maybe that nudge of authority isn’t all bad, for those who need help and for those who are supposed to provide it.
I went to Rippee’s memorial service at the Moose Lodge in Vacaville a few weeks ago, where he played pool in better days. Privatte, raw with grief, spoke on a beige stage, mounted antlers decorating the wall above her. She described a little brother who loved to play pranks. Rippee was the kind of kid who, after meeting her fourth-grade teacher Mr. Slacks, called every pair of pants he owned “Mr. Slacks” for years to come.
“I can still feel his tiny hand in mine,” she said. “A vivid memory of a simpler time when we walked to the grocery store and home.”
State Sen. Susan Talamantes Eggman (D-Stockton), a longtime champion of families like the Rippees, also paid her respects. Eggman’s aunt had bipolar disorder, so she understands the complexities.
“The people with untreated mental health issues aren’t the only ones that suffer,” Eggman said. “It’s the families who feel so helpless, who, over and over and over again, have asked for help. And with whatever compassion we think we have, we have turned a blind eye and said ‘No, people have rights.’”
CARE Court will be running in seven counties by fall if the lawsuit is not successful in stopping them. Los Angeles will join a few months later, by far the largest and most significant county to participate.
It is a program that bears scrutiny and requires transparency. We should all keep watch to make sure it isn’t abused or misused, because it is the most serious of state interventions to curtail someone’s liberty.
But James Mark Rippee died with his rights intact, and the failure of our all-or-nothing mentality on full display.
It wasn’t civil, and it wasn’t right.
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JUNO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NextEra Energy Partners, LP (NYSE: NEP) has posted its fourth-quarter and full-year 2022 financial results in a news release available on the partnership's website by accessing the following link: www.NextEraEnergyPartners.com/FinancialResults.
John Ketchum, chairman and chief executive officer of NextEra Energy Partners, Kirk Crews, chief financial officer of NextEra Energy Partners, and other members of the senior management team will discuss the fourth-quarter and full-year 2022 financial results during an investor presentation to be webcast live, beginning at 9 a.m. ET today. The listen-only webcast will be available on NextEra Energy Partners' website by accessing the following link: www.NextEraEnergyPartners.com/FinancialResults. Results for NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE) also will be discussed during the same investor presentation. A replay will be available for 90 days by accessing the same link as listed above.
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The tight U.S. labor market during the past couple of years benefited the bold.
Almost half of the workers who changed jobs were rewarded with a pay raise that exceeded the rate of inflation, meaning that their real hourly wage was going up, according to a blog post by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta.
The figure was 49% for job-switchers in 2022, while only 42% of people who stayed in their job managed to stay ahead of inflation.
The surging cost of living since the pandemic hit has left many U.S. workers struggling to keep up. A majority saw their real wages fall last year, while in 2019 most people were getting above-inflation pay raises.
But overall numbers don't tell the whole story, because wage growth varies a lot across the economy. Increases in median wages -- tracked by the Atlanta Fed, among others -- are oft-cited numbers but don't capture the distribution of pay raises.
The Atlanta Fed analysis, conducted by senior policy adviser John Robertson, seeks to dig into some of those details. One finding was that younger workers, as well as job-switchers, had a better chance of keeping up with inflation.
Only 38% of employees age 55 and older saw an increase in their real wages last year, a drop of 15 percentage points from the pre-pandemic numbers in 2019. By comparison, 60% of workers age 16 to 24 got an above-inflation raise last year.
Among all workers, Robertson found that the share of those who got a real pay increase last year dropped by 12 percentage points from 2019, to 45%, as inflation eroded gains in nominal pay.
Those nominal wage bumps also vary widely. The Atlanta Fed study found that about one-quarter of employees got a raise of close to 20% or even higher. Meanwhile, for the quarter of the workforce with the smallest gains, pay didn't even increase in straight dollar terms -- let alone after adjustment for inflation.
The research is based on data from the Atlanta Fed Wage Growth Tracker, which measures the median percentage change in hourly pay for the same individual observed 12 months apart.
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A roundup of the week's most newsworthy auto and transport industry press releases from PR Newswire, including a used vehicle price forecast, RecNation's new RV platform, and more.
NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the auto and transportation industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.
- Manheim Forecast: Used-Vehicle Values Expected to Normalize in 2023 After Record Volatility
Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke said, "These last three years have been extremely volatile for the market, and these declines follow record increases. In December 2021, we were up 47% year over year. The pre-pandemic levels will likely never return, but all indicators point to reaching equilibrium in the second half of 2023." - EV Chargers: How many do we need?
Even when home-charging is taken into account, to properly match forecasted sales demand, the United States will need to see the number of EV chargers quadruple between 2022 and 2025, and grow more than eight-fold by 2030, according to S&P Global Mobility forecasts. - Harley-Davidson Announces Plans for a Community Park to Benefit its Employees and the Milwaukee Community
Internationally acclaimed designers, Heatherwick Studio, have been commissioned to conceive an original design that will transform the concrete site into a civic and soulful green gathering space that can be used by everyone, including employees and the local community. - Amtrak USA Rail Pass Now on Sale for $299
With the USA Rail Pass, customers can see the country and explore sights at more than 500 destinations using up to 10 travel segments over a 30-day period for less than $30 per ride. - 45 States Will See Car Insurance Costs Increase in 2023
The days of pandemic premium decreases and reimbursements are long gone as drivers have returned to the roads. Divya Sangameshwar, insurance expert at ValuePenguin.com, says, "After two years of keeping rates low for drivers, car insurance companies are raising rates in 2023 due to an increase in car repair costs and claims." - Ritchie Bros. acquires controlling stake in VeriTread, a leading transportation technology company
Jeff Cox, Founder, President & CEO of VeriTread, said, "Together we are focused on delivering an extraordinary customer experience, with trustworthy and reliable transportation for heavy equipment, vehicles, and other industrial assets. We are nimble, flexible, and can't wait to get started!" - LCI Signs Agreement with Elroy Air for a Committed Order of up to 40 Chaparral VTOL Aircraft
The Chaparral is the first end-to-end autonomous VTOL cargo delivery system. It is designed for aerial transport of up to 500 lbs (225 kgs) of goods over a 300 nautical mile range. This is enabled initially by a turbine-based hybrid-electric powertrain with distributed electrical propulsion, and specially designed aerodynamic modular cargo pods. - RecNation Launches RecNation Rental, a White-Glove, Peer-to-Peer Rental Platform for RV Owners
In conjunction with the launch, RecNation Rental today announced partnerships with leading rental platforms Outdoorsy and RVshare to host and promote RecNation Rental listings, allowing RecNation customers to reach a broad audience of adventure seekers. - RCA Launch of E-City Line of E-Bikes and E-Scooters at CES 2023 Marks Iconic Brand's Foray Into Electric Transportation Space The RCA line of e-bikes and e-scooters will be available at select retail locations beginning late Q2 or early Q3 2023. RCA e-bikes and e-scooters will be a good compromise between high-level features, high-level quality, and affordable prices.
- Car Subscription Study Suggests Service Has Mainstream Appeal Key themes from the study include: how car subscriptions are paths to EV ownership and sales; how car subscriptions are an e-commerce gateway for the retail auto industry; and, the consumer appeal of car subscriptions among first-time car shoppers.
- GreenPower Launches Round 3 of All-Electric School Bus Pilot Project in Four New School Districts in West Virginia
The preliminary data and results from rounds 1 and 2 of the pilot project show that the GreenPower BEAST and Nano BEAST are performing as expected with an overall performance rating of excellent and a battery consumption ranging from 1.1 to 1.5 miles per each percent of State of Charge.
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Which Wahl hair clipper is best?
More and more people have learned that cutting your own hair is easy when you have the right tools for the job. This means avoiding poorly-made products and choosing well-made electric clippers designed to cut all kinds of hair. You can rely on Wahl for the right tools, as they have been making clippers for barber shops since 1919.
If you are looking for professional quality clippers with a powerful motor and self-sharpening stainless steel blades, you should consider the Wahl Elite Pro High Performance Haircut Kit. This kit comes with 22 pieces, including a barber cape and an English/Spanish styling guide.
What to know before you buy a Wahl hair clipper
Wahl is an industry leader and the number one brand in professional and home grooming. For more than 100 years, Wahl has manufactured and sold products that cut, trim and shave hair for people and pets. Their products are widely considered to be the best and most innovative in the industry.
Motor hair clippers
There are three types of power units that drive the cutting blades.
Magnetic motor hair clippers: These motors power the majority of home hair clippers. Magnetic motors deliver their best results with hair that is thin and fine, and they are less efficient cutting hair that is thick and coarse.
Rotary motor hair clippers: Hair clippers with rotary motors are light and quiet, yet powerful and durable. Rotary motor hair clippers work just as well with thick and coarse hair as they do with thin and fine hair. This is the only type of motor that can run at different speeds, and they are the choice of salon and barbershop pros.
Pivot motor hair clippers: Pivot motor hair clippers have a cutting speed that is up to four times faster than magnetic motors, but they have a low blade speed because the blades move in both directions. Pivot motor hair clippers are a good choice for very thick hair.
Hair clipper blades
Most hair clippers have stainless steel blades because they hold a sharp edge and are rust resistant. High-end blades are coated with titanium, carbon or ceramics to improve performance and add longevity.
If you’re looking for more information, check out the Best Reviews buying guide for hair clippers.
What to look for in a quality Wahl hair clipper
Corded vs. cordless
Corded hair clippers run as long as they receive power from an outlet, so the power level is always at maximum strength. Look for hair clippers with long, kink-free cords that make them easier for you to move around.
On the other hand, battery operated hair clippers are lightweight and go-anywhere convenient. They are easier to maneuver because there is no cord to get in the way. All batteries inevitably run down and need to be replaced or recharged, the trade-off for portability.
Adjustability
The key to a professional-looking home haircut is knowing which blade guard to use and when. Blade guards are the swappable combs that snap onto the clippers to cover the blades at a set height. When the distance from the blade to the scalp is consistent, the clippers deliver a cut that has a specific, uniform length.
The large handle on the side of the clipper body adjusts the distance of the cutting blades with a touch. This allows for more subtle trimming with or without blade guards. Taper levers are typically found on better corded hair clippers with more power.
How much you can expect to spend on Wahl hair clippers
You will find most Wahl hair clippers cost between $25-$50. Professional-grade models cost from $75-$125, as do clipper kits that come with battery-operated trimmers.
Wahl hair clippers FAQ
What is the best way to store my Wahl hair clippers?
A. Most Wahl hair clippers come with a storage case or bag. This is the best way to keep all the pieces together, especially with haircut kits.
Do I need to oil the blades on my Wahl hair clippers?
A. Wahl includes lubricating oil with all their hair clippers and instructions on how and when to oil your particular model. A good rule of thumb is to oil your hair clippers once a month.
What are the best Wahl hair clippers to buy?
Top Wahl hair clippers
Wahl Elite Pro High Performance Haircut Kit
What you need to know: A clipper with Wahl’s most powerful and durable motor.
What you’ll love: This 22 piece kit includes a barber cape, guards with stainless steel attachments, stainless steel scissors, styling comb, blade oil, cleaning brush, styling guide and a hard-sided storage case with handle. The precision blades are self-sharpening and the motor is powerful and quiet. The taper lever adjusts for blending and fading.
What you should consider: This model is corded because pro style hair clippers are too powerful to run on battery power.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Wahl hair clippers for the money
Wahl Clipper Combo Pro Model 79524-5201
What you need to know: A 25 piece hair and beard clipping kit that comes with all the accessories you need.
What you’ll love: The clippers use a cord and the trimmer is powered by a single AA battery. The self-sharpening blades are precision ground to stay sharper longer and the 12 comb guards make cutting hair easy for everyone to do at home. The taper lever adjusts for blending different cut lengths. The matching trimmer cleans up around sideburns, ears and the back of the neck.
What you should consider: The trimmer is not as durable as the clippers.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Wahl Color Pro Cordless Rechargeable Hair Clipper and Trimmer Model 9649
What you need to know: A convertible hair clipper that can be used on battery power or with the included cord.
What you’ll love: With 60 minutes of battery run time, this lightweight hair clipper is great for traveling. The color-coded guide on the ergonomically designed handle makes it easy to choose the right guard. The stainless steel precision blades are removable and rinseable. This hair clipper comes with step-by-step guidance for easy at home haircutting.
What you should consider: This hair clipper is quite noisy.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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SAN DIEGO (AP) — SAN DIEGO (AP) — Beam Global (BEEM) on Monday reported a loss of $3.8 million in its first quarter.
On a per-share basis, the San Diego-based company said it had a loss of 38 cents.
The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of four analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 42 cents per share.
The company posted revenue of $13 million in the period, also topping Street forecasts. Five analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $7.9 million.
Beam Global shares have dropped 43% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Monday, shares hit $9.97, a decline of 35% in the last 12 months.
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Last Resort Players, a Florence community theater company, will present “Sweet Charity” at the Florence Events Center, 716 Quince Street, on November 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19 and 20. The musical comedy, directed by Laura Merz and choreographed by Angela Palmer, is based on an original screenplay by Federico Fellini, Tullio Pinelli and Ennio Flaiano. With seven shows, three of which are 2:00 p.m. matinees, “Sweet Charity” re-opens the doors for live entertainment in Florence.
“Sweet Charity” follows the romantic trials and tribulations of Charity Hope Valentine, played by local favorite, Joanie Schmidt. Charity is a taxi dancer, a dance partner-for-hire at a seedy dance hall, “The Fandango Ballroom”, in New York City during the 1960s. Though the job may be decidedly undesirable, Charity’s hopeful romanticism and unfailing optimism lift her out of her circumstances and help her reach for a better life.
“Sweet Charity” was directed and choreographed for Broadway in 1966 by the legendary Bob Fosse with a laugh-a-minute script by the incomparable Neil Simon. With music composed by Cy Coleman and lyrics by Dorothy Fields, “Sweet Charity” includes song hits such as “Hey, Big Spender,” “If My Friends Could See Me Now,” and “Rhythm of Life.”
With a large and talented cast, full orchestra, grand staging, costumes, and surprises, LRP once again will bring great entertainment to the big stage. For further “Sweet Charity” details, visit Last Resort Players at www.LastResortPlayers.com.
Tickets are $20 and may be purchased at Florence Events Center, 541-997-1994, or on-line at the FEC website: www.eventcenter.org. “Sweet Charity” is sponsored by City Lights Cinemas, Florence, OR: www.citylightscinemas.com. And by Copeland Lumber, 3231 Hwy 101, Florence.
Last Resort Players, a Florence community theater company, will present “Sweet Charity” at the Florence Events Center, 716 Quince Street, on November 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19 and 20. The musical comedy, directed by Laura Merz and choreographed by Angela Palmer, is based on an original screenplay by Federico Fellini, Tullio Pinelli and Ennio Flaiano. With seven shows, three of which are 2:00 p.m. matinees, “Sweet Charity” re-opens the doors for live entertainment in Florence.
“Sweet Charity” follows the romantic trials and tribulations of Charity Hope Valentine, played by local favorite, Joanie Schmidt. Charity is a taxi dancer, a dance partner-for-hire at a seedy dance hall, “The Fandango Ballroom”, in New York City during the 1960s. Though the job may be decidedly undesirable, Charity’s hopeful romanticism and unfailing optimism lift her out of her circumstances and help her reach for a better life.
“Sweet Charity” was directed and choreographed for Broadway in 1966 by the legendary Bob Fosse with a laugh-a-minute script by the incomparable Neil Simon. With music composed by Cy Coleman and lyrics by Dorothy Fields, “Sweet Charity” includes song hits such as “Hey, Big Spender,” “If My Friends Could See Me Now,” and “Rhythm of Life.”
With a large and talented cast, full orchestra, grand staging, costumes, and surprises, LRP once again will bring great entertainment to the big stage. For further “Sweet Charity” details, visit Last Resort Players at www.LastResortPlayers.com.
Tickets are $20 and may be purchased at Florence Events Center, 541-997-1994, or on-line at the FEC website: www.eventcenter.org. “Sweet Charity” is sponsored by City Lights Cinemas, Florence, OR: www.citylightscinemas.com. And by Copeland Lumber, 3231 Hwy 101, Florence.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The railroad industry on Friday sued to block new environmental rules in California, arguing they would force the premature retirement of about 25,000 diesel-powered locomotives across the country long before their zero-emission counterparts are ready to take their place.
California’s aggressive strategy to fight climate change by weaning the state off fossil fuels has produced some of the world’s toughest environmental regulations in the past few years. Since 2020, the state has OK’d rules that would ban the sale of new gas-powered cars, lawn equipment and trucks by the middle of the next decade.
Those rules are designed to slowly phase out gas- and diesel-powered products by banning the sale of most new combustible engines. But the rules governing railroads would ban the use of locomotives more than 23 years old starting in 2030 and would force railroads to start setting aside more than $1 billion a year starting this fall solely to purchase zero-emission locomotives and related equipment. Due to the crucial role California ports hold and the way railroads pass off trains to each other, the state’s mandate would have huge effects nationwide.
In a lawsuit filed in federal court, the industry says the technology for zero-emission locomotives hasn’t been sufficiently tested and won’t be ready to carry the load of delivering more than 30 million carloads of freight nationwide each year.
The lawsuit asks a judge to declare the California Air Resources Board does not have the authority to issue these rules. The trade groups say that only the federal government can regulate railroads because it is an interconnected industry that crosses state lines. They note that more than 500 companies all share the 180,000 miles (289,682 kilometers) of track across 49 states, Canada and Mexico.
“While the urgency to act is real and unquestionable, CARB (the California Air Resources Board) uses unreasonable, flawed assumptions to support a rule that will not result in emissions reductions,” said Ian Jefferies, president and CEO of the Association of American Railroads, an industry trade association that filed the lawsuit along with the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association. “Railroads are working toward reliable, efficient zero-emissions technologies; however, they cannot simply be willed into immediate existence by policymakers.”
The railroad groups say in their lawsuit that the rules show regulators’ “lack of experience with and understanding of the railroad industry.”
Another argument from opponents of the California rule is that transporting goods through railways contributes fewer planet-warming emissions than if those goods were trucked. The transportation sector contributed the largest share of greenhouse gas emissions in 2021, but rail only made up 2% of those emissions, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
CARB spokesperson Lys Mendez said Friday the board had not yet seen the lawsuit and would not comment on it.
Regulators say they must move quickly given the scope of the emissions problems from locomotives. CARB says the rules will dramatically reduce pollution from nitrogen oxides, which contribute to the formation of smog, and a type of tiny pollutants that can penetrate deep into a person’s lungs and has been linked to cancer. The board estimates it will save $32 billion in health care costs and prevent 3,200 premature deaths.
Adrian Martinez, a lawyer with environmental nonprofit Earthjustice, called the fate of the California rule “a matter of life and death.”
“There’s generally been a reckless disregard from the rail industry for saving lives from air pollution, and this is just another feather in their cap in their pursuit of continuing to burn really dirty diesel fuel,” Martinez said of the lawsuit.
Alicia Aguayo, a spokesperson for the advocacy group People’s Collective for Environmental Justice, is also not surprised by the lawsuit. For more than two decades, Aguayo lived near a BNSF railyard in San Bernardino, California. Aguayo, whose brother has asthma, is concerned about the health risks diesel pollution from locomotives poses to residents.
“For those of us that lived next to the railyards, it’s significant because it’s a step towards reducing something that is very harmful for our communities,” she said of the rule.
The EPA said last fall that it will consider toughening its rules for locomotive pollution that were last updated in 2008, but California regulators acted first. The California rule would need approval from the EPA to move forward.
California has some of the worst air quality in the country, mostly because of its bustling transportation sector. The state is home to two of the busiest ports in the world at Los Angeles and Long Beach. Most of that cargo is shipped to warehouses further inland before getting on trains to be transported throughout the country.
The top four most polluted cities for ozone and year-round particle pollution in the U.S. are all in California, according to the American Lung Association.
The new California rules would have the biggest effect on Union Pacific and BNSF and short-line railroads that operate in that state. But the changes would affect every railroad because they all regularly pass locomotives back and forth to keep trains moving efficiently across the U.S. A single locomotive might cross the entire country every couple of months. Any changes would have to be standardized across the industry.
The major freight railroads are already working with major manufacturers to test out battery-powered locomotives with the first ones starting to roll out to Union Pacific railyards in Nebraska and California this year. They’re also experimenting with alternative fuels like hydrogen as possible replacements for their diesel-powered workhorses.
One of the leading locomotive makers, Wabtec, told California regulators that it is at least a couple years away from having battery-powered locomotive prototypes ready for widespread tests hauling freight over long distances, although it did try one out with BNSF for a few months in 2021. Wabtec also said some of the other technologies like hydrogen power face challenges related to the availability of that fuel and the need for an entirely new fueling network. And battery manufacturers may already have a hard time keeping up with all the demand from electric cars, even without upgrading thousands of locomotives.
Railroads prefer to keep using locomotives for decades after they buy them. Just last year, both Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern announced plans to modernize hundreds of locomotives in their fleets to extend their useful life and reduce their carbon emissions. Those upgrades don’t do much to reduce the amount of particulate matter and nitrous oxide emissions those locomotives produce, but the industry has made progress with those also. Those emissions are associated with increased cancer risks and other health problems — particularly in neighborhoods around railyards.
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Funk reported from Omaha, Nebraska. Associated Press reporter Sophie Austin contributed from Sacramento, California.
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Austin is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Austin on Twitter: @sophieadanna
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BENSALEM, Pa., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. ("Verrica" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: VRCA).
Class Period: May 28, 2021 – May 24, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: August 5, 2022
Investors suffering losses on their Verrica investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors: (1) that there were manufacturing deficiencies at the facility where Verrica's contract manufacturer produced bulk solution for VP-102; (2) that these deficiencies were not remediated when Verrica resubmitted its NDA for VP-102 for molluscum; (3) that the foregoing presented significant risks to Verrica obtaining regulatory approval of VP-102 for molluscum; and (4) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Howard G. Smith, Esquire, of Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, 3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020, by telephone at (215) 638-4847, toll-free at (888) 638-4847, or by email to howardsmith@howardsmithlaw.com, or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.
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US Army Veteran Brent Woodward takes home five trophies, including coveted Ron Ashimine Award for top angler
"Game On" earns inaugural Josh Miles Award, given to the boat with the highest average points per angler
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the transformative three-day War Heroes on Water (WHOW) sportfishing tournament, United States Military veterans turned-anglers joined together for an emotional awards ceremony Tuesday evening at the Lyon Air Museum in Santa Ana, Calif. Set against the backdrop of WWII-era planes and artifacts, 125 veterans, many of whom have received some of our nation's highest military decorations including the Silver Star and Bronze Star Medals, and the Purple Heart, celebrated their accomplishments on the water with captains and crews as they reflected on the event's critical impact.
The evening kicked-off with a speech from Tom Kilgannon, President of Freedom Alliance, WHOW's charitable partner. Kilgannon praised the veterans for the sacrifices they have made, "You have so much more to give to this country; your contributions to the Unites States are far from over. You all are very special people, who have gifts and talents and I'm blessed to be able to know you."
In its fifth annual and largest tournament to-date, the event featured 50 of Southern California's finest sportfishing vessels and raised well over $1 million. WHOW has raised $5 million since the tournament's inception, which supports Freedom Alliance's year-round therapeutic services and scholarships for combat-wounded service members and their families.
Kilgannon passed the mic to WHOW Founder Anthony Hsieh who reflected on the beginning of WHOW and shared his overwhelming appreciation for our veterans and civilian supporters. "I hope all of you are as proud as I am in the fifth year of this tournament. We take so much for granted as civilians, and when you look around this room at our heroes who sacrifice so much – as a civilian, I can't comprehend what you have gone through. I couldn't ask for a better event with a better spirit and a better community."
Hsieh went on to thank the Southern California sportfishing community for its invaluable support, adding "We realize the most important spoke in this wheel are our yacht owners and captains. No matter how much money we raise, without your support, this couldn't happen, so I want to recognize each and every one of you. I hope this event has changed you just a little bit, as it has changed me – and especially the lives of our veterans."
Before handing out awards, WHOW tournament director Rod Halperin projected, "I am incredibly proud of WHOW - it is a great event, it has changed my life, and I hope it's changed all of your lives. I'm so proud of all of our veterans. You all make me proud of my country, proud of the flag. You make me proud to be an American and that is a great feeling, that is the best feeling in the world."
US Army veteran Brent Woodward collected the most trophies of the night with five in total, reeling in the highest cumulative weight at 245.2 pounds, the biggest Yellowfin Tuna (49.7 pounds) and Bluefin Tuna (195.5 pounds), and his team placed third in the "Top Boat" category.
Woodward also took home one of the most coveted prizes of the night, The Ron Ashimine Award for the top angler, which is especially poignant as it is named for a Vietnam veteran and close friend of Hsieh. Together, Anthony and Ron spent more than 800 days at sea, fishing around the world. Ron participated in the first WHOW tournament, held in 2018, but passed away in 2019.
Woodward was onboard Hsieh's "Bad Company 75" with Navy veteran Cyndi Miles, who recently lost her husband, a highly decorated Marine Corps veteran and the former Director of Military and Charitable Programs for Freedom Alliance. Josh Miles was known as the heartbeat of the tournament and worked tirelessly to help it thrive, all out of his love for his fellow servicemen and women.
The inaugural Josh Miles Award for "Top Boat" was presented to the vessel "Game On," which hosted veterans Alhajie Fofanah and Thomas Pacheco. Accepting the inaugural honor, Fofana raised his trophy in the air and led the crowd in a powerful tribute to Josh. The Award was created to honor and recognize Josh's teamwork, leadership, and dedication.
Pacheco, a first-time WHOW participant and retired Army telecommunication systems chief, who also took home honors finishing second in the "Top Angler" and third in the "Weight Points" categories, shared the impact this year's tournament had on his life, "Back in the military, I really felt like I was somebody important and when I retired, I felt like I was nobody. This tournament brought me back up to where I was somebody again, so thank you very much."
While the event—and the awards ceremony itself—was epic, all in attendance echoed one sentiment: this event provides a singular opportunity for veterans from across the country to form deep and genuine bonds with one another, as well as with the WHOW fleet captains and crews, creating an enduring safety net and long-term support system. Set against the calming backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, WHOW allows these veterans to forge new relationships, open up to each other and bond over similar experiences and feelings, allowing for much needed healing to occur.
Retired Marine Corps Corporal Larry Draughn, who placed first in qualifier points and third in the "Top Angler" category, took a moment to speak to his fellow participants and civilian supporters reflecting, "I struggle with my own demons every day. I've had a rough last few months but this event has given me something to look forward to and kept my head above water mentally. Sometimes some of us lose to those demons but WHOW really helps us to fight them off, so we have a purpose, and something to look forward to."
Another honorable mention included Army Veteran Mea Peterson's second place finish in the "Weight Points" category aboard El Cazador, reeling in 210.3 pounds of Bluefin and Yellowfin Tuna. In her second WHOW, Peterson was one of six female veterans who joined this year's tournament.
A total of 20 trophies were handed out during the celebration, including awards for Species, Qualifying Points, Weight Points, Overall Points and Top Boat.
About War Heroes on Water
War Heroes on Water (WHOW) is an annual sportfishing tournament of unprecedented scale that supports combat-wounded veterans' programs. It was created by Anthony Hsieh, who is also the owner and leader of Team Bad Company, a world-class, record-holding competitive sportfishing fleet. Through Hsieh's deep connections with the Southern California sportfishing and business communities, WHOW has grown exponentially over five years and is now the largest nonprofit sportfishing tournament in the US.
About Freedom Alliance
Freedom Alliance is a charitable organization which provides help and support to wounded troops and military families. Freedom Alliance has awarded more than $20 million in college scholarships to the children of military heroes killed or disabled in military service and has spent millions more helping injured veterans and military families with outdoor recreational therapy trips, Heroes Vacations, care packages for deployed troops, mortgage-free homes, all-terrain wheelchairs and much more. To learn more, visit www.FreedomAlliance.org or Facebook.com/FreedomAlliance.
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NEW YORK — After a globe-trotting publicity blitz by star Tom Cruise, “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” launched with a franchise-best $80 million over five days, though it came in shy of industry expectations with a $56.2 million haul over the three-day weekend, according to studio estimates.
The Paramount Pictures debut was boosted by strong overseas sales of $155 million from 70 markets. But while a $235 million worldwide launch marked one of the best global openings of the year, “Dead Reckoning” couldn’t approach the high-speed velocity of last summer’s top film, “Top Gun: Maverick.”
“Dead Reckoning Part One,” the seventh film in the 27-year-old series, had been forecast to better the franchise high of the previous installment, “Fallout,” which opened with $61 million domestically in 2018. Instead, it also fell short of the $57.8 million “Mission: Impossible II” debuted with in 2000.
That puts the film's opening-weekend tally very close to the tepid launch of Disney's “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” which opened in U.S. and Canadian theaters with $82 million over five days and $60 million over the three-day weekend. Paramount and Skydance had higher hopes for the action extravaganza of “Dead Reckoning,” which cost $290 million to make, not counting marketing expenses.
Those costs were inflated, in part, by the pandemic. “Dead Reckoning,” directed by Christopher McQuarrie, was among the first major productions shut down by COVID-19. It was preparing to shoot in Italy in March 2020. When the film got back on track, McQuarrie and Cruise helped lead the industry-wide recovery back to film sets – albeit with some well-publicized friction over protocols along the way.
Still, “Dead Reckoning” was hailed as a high point in the franchise. Critics (96% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes) and fans (an “A” CinemaScore) alike came away awed by the stunts and chases of the latest “Mission: Impossible” film. Though the coming competition of “Barbenheimer” — the much-anticipated debuts of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” — looms, “Mission: Impossible” should play well for weeks to come.
"This is a global franchise. It's going gangbusters and its going to play for a long time. Quality always wins in the end," said Chris Aronson, distribution chief for Paramount.
“Dead Reckoning," Aronson said, met or exceeded the studio's expectations.
“In international markets, in like-for-like markets, we're 15% ahead of ‘Fallout,' and that's taking China out," added Aronson. “Domestically, we're over 3% ahead of ‘Fallout’ for the first five days. To beat its predecessor is phenomenal, especially in this environment.”
Cruise, the so-called savior of movie theaters last year, traveled tirelessly to again pump life back into a summer box office that’s been sluggish. After a splashy world premiere in Rome with a red-carpet on the Spanish Steps, Cruise and McQuarrie surprised theaters in Atlanta, Miami, Toronto and Washington D.C. in the days ahead of opening.
“Dead Reckoning” hit theaters at a crucial mid-summer period for Hollywood, and not just because of the SAG-AFTRA strike which began Thursday. “Mission: Impossible” launched a week before one of the biggest box-office showdowns of the year.
Though “Dead Reckoning” and “Oppenheimer” have vied for some of the same IMAX screens, each film has publicly endorsed the idea that a rising tide lifts all blockbusters. Cruise and McQuarrie in early July even bought opening-weekend tickets to both “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer.” “Barbie” director Greta Gerwig and “Oppenheimer” filmmaker Christopher Nolan reciprocated with their own gestures of support.
However that trio of films performs over the next few weeks will do a lot to determine the fate of the summer box office.
“These are a crucial couple of weeks for the industry starting this weekend,” said Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst for data firm Comscore. “I think it's going to be a fun reinvigoration of the box office because we have had a few films underperforming. Really, the summer movie season restarts this week with ‘Mission’ leading into ‘Barbenheimer.’”
No other new wide release challenged “Mission: Impossible” over the weekend. Second place went to Angel Studios’ faith-based political thriller “Sound of Freedom” which increased 37% in its second with $27 million. Jim Caveziel stars in the child trafficking drama.
Last week's top film, “ Insidious: The Red Door " slid to third with $13 million in its second weekend. “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” is dropping quickly with $12 million its third weekend, with a domestical total so far of $145.4 million.
In limited release, the Searchlight Pictures' mockumentary “Theater Camp” opened to $270,000 from six theaters in New York and Los Angeles.
Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore. Final domestic figures will be released Monday.
1. “Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One,” $56.2 million.
2. “Sound of Freedom,” $27 million.
3. “Insidious: The Red Door,” $13 million.
4. “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” $12 million.
5. “Elemental,” $8.7 million.
6. “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” $6.1 million.
7. “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,” $3.4 million.
8. “No Hard Feelings,” $3.3 million.
9. “Joy Ride,” $2.6 million.
10. “The Little Mermaid,” $2.4 million.
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DALLAS — After a handful of upset wins, ugly losses and ugly wins in Week 5, we have more shakeup in the Locked On NFL Power Rankings for Week 6.
The Eagles remain the only undefeated team in the NFL, yet they actually moved down in this week's rankings. Meanwhile, the Houston Texans got their first win of the year in Week 5 over the Jaguars, and now there are no winless teams left. They finally move out of the 32nd slot for their efforts.
This year, the NFL hosts across the Locked On Podcast Network will vote weekly to rank all 32 NFL teams in our Locked On NFL Power Rankings.
Our local Locked On NFL hosts ranked their 1-32 power rankings and the averages created the official power rankings. Check back each Tuesday for the rankings.
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Week 6 NFL Power Rankings
1. Buffalo Bills
Last week result: 38-3 win over PIT
Ranking last week: 2
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 1/2
Buffalo is back on top of our power rankings after two weeks with the Eagles on top. While the Eagles didn’t lose, this mainly comes down to strength of schedule thus far and Buffalo’s dominant 38-3 victory over Pittsburgh on Sunday. Voters placed first place votes for both the Bills and Eagles. Either way, there are clearly three teams on top above the rest and that’s the Bills, Eagles and Chiefs. On Sunday, we get another Josh Allen vs. Patrick Mahomes matchup, which should be quite the ride.
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2. Philadelphia Eagles
Last week result: 20-17 win over ARZ
Ranking last week: 1
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 1/3
The Eagles didn’t lose a game but they did drop one spot in our power rankings after two weeks on top. Voters believe Buffalo is the more impressive team, even at 4-1 compared to Philly’s 5-0. But, it’s hard to win in the NFL. It’s hard to win on the road in the NFL. And it’s even harder to win on an opposite coast. The Eagles got the job done in Arizona even if it wasn’t that pretty. They’re 5-0 and have a big matchup against the 4-1 Dallas Cowboys led by Cooper Rush.
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3. Kansas City Chiefs
Last week result: 30-29 win over LV
Ranking last week: 3
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 2/3
The Kansas City Chiefs find a way to make it happen in the clutch like no other team. They trailed the Raiders 17-0 on Monday night just to come all the way back and get the 30-29 win in thrilling fashion. They remain at No. 3 in our power rankings with a chance to move up to No. 1 next week potentially, if they can defeat the Bills at home.
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4. Baltimore Ravens
Last week result: 19-17 win over CIN
Ranking last week: 5
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 4/7
The Ravens move up to No. 4 after a nail-biting win over the Bengals. While the Ravens have lost two games this year, Lamar Jackson is looking like an MVP contender along with the quarterbacks of the teams listed above. Baltimore gave it away against Buffalo and Miami this year. They’re not far from being 5-0. This is a team looking like a contender and the voters feel is worthy of this spot.
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5. San Francisco 49ers
Last week result: 37-15 win over CAR
Ranking last week: 9
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 4/11
The 49ers are coming off two-straight easy wins over the Rams and Panthers and with the losses of those around them, they have surged from 13th in the power rankings to 5th in a mere two weeks after Trey Lance went down for the year in Week 2. The 49ers have one of the most talented defenses and they have the offensive playmakers to contend for a title. Jimmy G has taken them to two NFC Championship games in three years and with him at the helm, the 49ers seem more confident.
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6. Los Angeles Chargers
Last week result: 30-28 win over CLE
Ranking last week: 7
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 4/10
While a critical go-for-it decision almost cost the Chargers the game against the Browns, they came out victorious. The Bolts seem stabilized now after their embarrassing 38-10 loss to the Jaguars two weeks ago. They’re dealing with major injuries but are powering through, for now. They move up one spot from 7 to 6, jumping the Packers.
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7. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Last week result: 21-15 win over ATL
Ranking last week: 8
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 5/10
The Bucs are up one spot after a win over the Falcons that definitely wasn’t pretty. The Bucs got up 21-0 and it looked like they were going to run away with it, looking like their old selves. But, some of the problems they’ve faced this year crept back in. Nonetheless, they moved to 3-2 on the year and got a win over a division rival. They’ll have a chance at 4-2 next week, taking on the struggling Steelers in Pittsburgh.
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8. Minnesota Vikings
Last week result: 29-22 win over CHI
Ranking last week: 10
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 4/13
The Vikings were humming on Sunday until they allowed the Bears to creep back into the game. Justin Fields had his best game of the year, which isn’t saying much, going 15-for-21 with over 200 yards and a TD. But Kirk Cousins and the Vikings led the game winning 7-minute drive to get up 7 that they needed, before their defense closed it out. The Vikings are 4-1, atop the NFC North and certainly are looking like they are a playoff team.
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9. Green Bay Packers
Last week result: 27-22 loss to NYG
Ranking last week: 4
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 5/12
The Packers were caught sleepwalking after they got up a two-touchdown lead on the Giants in London. Daniel Jones and the Giants came back to defeat Aaron Rodgers and the Packers 27-22. It wasn’t pretty. And they drop five spots in the rankings after getting up to No. 4 last week because of it.
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10. Dallas Cowboys
Last week result: 22-10 win over LAR
Ranking last week: 13
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 5/12
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11. Cincinnati Bengals
Last week result: 19-17 loss to BAL
Rank last week: 6
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 8/15
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12. New York Giants
Last week result: 27-22 win over GB
Ranking last week: 20
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 6/22
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13. Tennessee Titans
Last week result: 21-17 win over WAS
Ranking last week: 16
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 12/18
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14. New Orleans Saints
Last week result: 39-32 win over SEA
Ranking last week: 21
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 13/17
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15. Los Angeles Rams
Last week result: 22-10 loss to DAL
Ranking last week: 12
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 11/20
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16. Arizona Cardinals
Last week result: 20-17 loss to PHI
Ranking last week: 14
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 10/22
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17. Miami Dolphins
Last week result: 40-17 loss to NYJ
Ranking last week: 11
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 13/21
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18. New England Patriots
Last week result: 29-0 win over DET
Ranking last week: 23
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 14/26
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19. Cleveland Browns
Last week result: 30-28 loss to LAC
Ranking last week: 19
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 14/24
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20. Atlanta Falcons
Last week result: 21-15 loss to TB
Ranking last week: 18
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 16/26
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21. New York Jets
Last week result: 40-17 win over MIA
Ranking last week: 27
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 15/28
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22. Las Vegas Raiders
Last week result: 30-29 loss to KC
Ranking last week: 22
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 16/24
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23. Jacksonville Jaguars
Last week result: 13-6 loss to HOU
Ranking last week: 15
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 17/26
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24. Seattle Seahawks
Last week result: 39-32 loss to NO
Ranking last week: 24
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 20/27
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25. Indianapolis Colts
Last week result: 12-9 win over DEN
Ranking last week: 26
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 14/28
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26. Denver Broncos
Last week result: 12-9 loss to IND
Ranking last week: 17
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 17/29
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27. Detroit Lions
Last week result: 29-0 loss to NE
Ranking last week: 25
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 24/30
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28. Houston Texans
Last week result: 13-6 win over JAC
Ranking last week: 32
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 26/30
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29. Chicago Bears
Last week result: 29-22 loss to MIN
Ranking last week: 29
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 27/32
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30. Pittsburgh Steelers
Last week result: 38-2 loss to BUF
Ranking last week: 28
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 28/32
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31. Washington Commanders
Last week result: 21-17 loss to TEN
Ranking last week: 30
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 28/32
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32. Carolina Panthers
Last week result: 37-15 loss to SF
Ranking last week: 31
Highest/lowest vote in power rankings poll: 30/32
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With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 3,223% Percent, GRO Receives Ranking No. 157 Among America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies
TUSCALOOSA, Ala., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that GRO is No. 157 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.
"Being recognized as the #157 fastest-growing private company in America is an incredible achievement for the GRO team," says Matt Pavlick, President of GRO. "It is especially meaningful because our rapid growth was achieved virtually 100% organic, which is a testament to the hard work and dedication our team puts forth every single day to take care of our clients and deliver results."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent. Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.
"Being able to show such growth over the last few years amid the economic hardships this country faced, has been quite a gratifying experience," said Justin Widmayer, VP of Agency Operations. "I'm very thankful for our clients who have put their trust in us to help grow their own businesses, and our team, whose devotion and talent continues to impress us every day. We are very fortunate to have such an incredible group of people at GRO that helped us make this possible."
Founded in 2018, GRO is an award-winning full-service digital marketing agency that helps scaling businesses win and retain clients. Whether it is a better diversification of advertising spending, tighter definition around a client's consumer profile, reducing the cost of acquiring new customers, or better controlling and managing the changing needs of an effective digital marketing program, GRO has an exceptional team capable of delivering in a very transparent, high touch service way. GRO was recently recognized on the Inc. 5000 list as the 157th fastest-growing private companies in America. Services offered include Google Advertising, Social Media Advertising, Programmatic Advertising, Web Design, Creative and Video Production.
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Truck driver dies after tanker explodes on highway, officials say
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - A tanker truck hauling 8,500 gallons of gasoline overturned and caught fire just after 1:30 a.m. Friday night in Ohio.
Police and firefighters from Stow and other local law enforcement agencies responded to the scene of the deadly rollover accident which caused the explosion on State Route 8 early in the morning.
The first crews to the scene found the fully-involved tanker upside-down on the highway.
First responders pronounced the male truck driver, who has not yet been publicly identified, dead at the scene.
Video obtained through a public records request to the Ohio Department of Transportation shows the explosion as it happened.
WOIO reported both directions of State Route 8 were closed for several hours due to the crash.
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Local Atlanta family of fallen military hero to fly Wheels Up to TAPS' Annual Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp as part of Wheels Up Cares program
NEW YORK, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, leading private aviation company, Wheels Up (NYSE: UP) in partnership with Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), a non-profit organization that offers compassionate care to those grieving the loss of a military loved one, will fly the family of fallen military hero, Lieutenant Colonel Jay Thoman, from Atlanta to Washington, D.C. for Memorial Day Weekend to attend TAPS' Annual Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp.
The Wheels Up partnership with TAPS is part of Wheels Up Cares, a platform that was created to make an impact and lend the brand's support to causes that are important to Wheels Up members, families and friends.
"Through the Wheels Up Cares program, our goal is to bring awareness to organizations like TAPS as they work to care for grieving families of those who gave their lives for our freedom," said Todd Smith, CFO and interim CEO of Wheels Up. "We are honored to play a role in helping these families and easing their travel burden, so they can focus on the benefits of TAPS' Annual Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp instead of on the logistics of getting there."
For the last four years, Wheels Up has supported TAPS by providing flights for attendees of the Annual Military Survivor Seminar, which brings together grieving military families to meet and connect with other survivors through participation in activities, workshops led by experts in grief and loss and small group sharing sessions. During the Seminar, the TAPS Good Grief Camp, a program for children who have lost a loved one who served in the Armed Forces, is offered to provide a safe space for military children to explore grief and embrace healing with other kids their age who understand their loss.
"We're grateful for Wheels Up's continued partnership," said Bonnie Carroll, TAPS Founder and President and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient. "These families have made the ultimate sacrifice and Wheels Up's support helps us ensure that they continue to receive the resources and care they need throughout the grieving process."
Since Wheels Up's founding, the company has painted the livery of five Beechcraft KingAir350i planes, which are an active part of the Wheels Up fleet, as flying symbols of awareness for each cause represented. In partnership with TAPS, Wheels Up unveiled a camouflage-painted Beechcraft King Air 350i aircraft in 2019, which honors those in the military who bravely serve our country. The plane is a year-round symbol of Wheels Up's support for TAPS.
The Wheels Up Cares fleet also includes the Orange Plane for Meals Up and Feeding America, the Red Plane for the American Heart Association and Simon's Heart, the Teal Plane for Ovarian Cancer Awareness, and the Pink Plane for Breast Cancer Awareness and the Dubin Breast Center of the Tisch Cancer Institute at Mount Sinai.
More information about Wheels Up Cares and the partnership with TAPS, visit www.wheelsup.com/taps.
About Wheels Up
Wheels Up is a leading provider of on-demand private aviation in the U.S. and one of the largest private aviation companies in the world. Wheels Up offers a complete global aviation solution with a large, modern and diverse fleet, backed by an uncompromising commitment to safety and service. Customers can access membership programs, charter, aircraft management services and whole aircraft sales — as well as unique commercial travel benefits through a strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines. The Wheels Up Services brands also offer freight, safety & security solutions and managed services to individuals, industry, government and civil organizations.
Wheels Up is guided by the mission to connect flyers to private aircraft—and one another—and deliver exceptional, personalized experiences. Powered by a global private aviation marketplace connecting its base of more than 12,000 members and customers to a network of more than 1,500 safety-vetted and verified private aircraft, Wheels Up is widening the aperture of private travel for millions of consumers globally. With the Wheels Up mobile app, members and customers have the digital convenience to search, book and fly.
To learn more about Wheels Up, go to Wheelsup.com.
About TAPS
TAPS, a national nonprofit, was founded by military-loss survivor, Bonnie Carroll in 1994. The TAPS name is synonymous with 24/7 support for all grieving a military or veteran death. TAPS provides tangible and emotional resources each step of a survivor's walk through grief with a combination of peer-based support, the 24/7 National Military Survivor Helpline, in-person events, community-based care, casework assistance, and grief and trauma resources. Since 1994, TAPS has assisted more than 100,000 surviving family members, casualty assistance officers, chaplains, and other bereavement supporters. For more information go to www.taps.org or call the toll-free TAPS resource and information helpline at 1-800-959-TAPS (8277).
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Alabama will be without a veteran defensive lineman for the rest of the season.
Senior Justin Eboigbe won’t return this fall after injuring his neck, Saban said Wednesday on the SEC teleconference. When asked if he’d be back on the field this fall, “I don’t think so,” was Saban’s response.
“He had a procedure done that would enhance his opportunity to be able to play in the future,” Saban said, “but I don’t think that’s going to come this season.”
Eboigbe appeared in the first four games of the season but did not play in the road game at Arkansas on Oct. 1. Saban announced his injury after that without a timetable to return.
The senior from Forest Park, Georgia recorded 19 tackles in each of the previous seasons. He had 11 stops in the first four games of this season.
Alabama was without two rotation players on the defensive line on Saturday with DJ Dale and Jaheim Oatis watching in sweatpants from the sideline. Saban after the game said he hopes to get one of them back in the near future.
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HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — The suspect accused of killing seven people and injuring dozens of others in Highland Park has been formally charged and is set to appear in bond court Wednesday.
Robert “Bobby” Crimo III, 21, was charged with seven counts of murder on Tuesday. The assailant sprayed more than 70 rounds from a rooftop into a crowd attending a Independence Day parade in Highland Park.
Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart said the suspect, if convicted of the first-degree murder charges, would receive a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of parole. He promised that dozens more charges would be sought.
Crimo legally bought five weapons, including two high-powered rifles used in the shooting. Authorities said Tuesday that the purchases were allowed even though police were called to his home twice in 2019 for threats of violence and suicide.
The attack was made on the downtown parade around 10:10 a.m. Monday after shots were fired near Central Avenue and 2nd Street.
Much more information about the shooting was released on Tuesday — including that the alleged gunman, Robert “Bobby” Crimo III, wore a disguise and blended into the crowd he fired upon before he fled the scene and was eventually caught by police.
After the shooting, he went to his mother’s home where he took her car and left the area. He was caught after someone recognized him and phoned North Chicago police.
He was arrested on Route 41 in Lake County after several hours of being wanted. Police said Crimo III was able to drive into Wisconsin and back into Illinois following the shooting.
Crimo is scheduled to appear at the Lake County Courthouse at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
On Tuesday afternoon, the Lake County Coroner’s Office identified six of the seven victims. They are; Catherine Goldstein, 64, of Highland Park, Irina McCarthy, 35, of Highland Park, Kevin McCarthy, 37, of Highland Park, Jacki Sundheimm, 63, of Highland Park, Stephen Straus, 88, of Highland Park and Nicolas Toledo, 78, of Morales, Mexico.
Anyone with any information, or anyone with video, is urged to call Highland Park police at 847-432-7730 or you can submit a tip to fbi.gov/highlandpark.
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Arizona's former attorney general suppressed findings by his investigators who concluded there was no basis for allegations that the 2020 election was marred by widespread fraud, according to documents released Wednesday by his successor.
Democratic Attorney General Kris Mayes, who took office last month, said the records show the 2020 election “was conducted fairly and accurately by election officials.”
Previous Attorney General Mark Brnovich, a Republican, never released a March 2022 summary of investigative findings, which ruled out most of the fraud claims spread by allies and supporters of former President Donald Trump. Yet a month later, he released an “interim report" that claimed his investigation “revealed serious vulnerabilities that must be addressed and raises questions about the 2020 election in Arizona."
He released his April report despite pushback from his investigators, who said some of its claims were refuted by their probe. Brnovich was at the time in the midst of a Republican Party primary for U.S. Senate and facing fierce criticism from Trump, who claimed he wasn't doing enough to prosecute election fraud.
Brnovich, whose primary bid was unsuccessful, also did not release a September memo that systematically refuted a bevy of election conspiracies that have taken root on the right, including allegations of dead or duplicate voters, pre-marked ballots flown in from Asia, election servers connected to the internet and even manipulation by satellites controlled by the Italian military.
“In each instance and in each matter, the aforementioned parties did not provide any evidence to support their allegations,” the September memo read. “The information that was provided was speculative in many instances and when investigated by our agents and support staff, was found to be inaccurate.”
The September memo, which was among the documents released Wednesday, describes an all-encompassing probe that became the top priority for the attorney general's investigators, who spent more than 10,000 hours looking into 638 complaints. They opened 430 investigations and referred 22 cases for prosecution. President Joe Biden won Arizona by a little over 10,000 votes.
Mayes said the fraud claims were a waste.
“The ten thousand plus hours spent diligently investigating every conspiracy theory under the sun distracted this office from its core mission of protecting the people of Arizona from real crime and fraud," Mayes said in a statement.
Attempts to reach Brnovich for comment were unsuccessful.
Brnovich's “interim report” claimed that election officials worked too quickly in verifying voter signatures and pointed to a drop in the number of ballots with rejected signatures between 2016 and 2018 and again in 2020. He also claimed that Maricopa County was slow in responding to requests for information.
He made those claims even after investigators who reviewed a draft pushed back, publishing his report largely unchanged following their feedback.
The investigative staff concluded that the county recorder's office “followed its policy/procedures as they relate to signature verification; we did not uncover any criminality or fraud having been committed in this area during the 2020 general election," investigators wrote. They also said they found the county “was cooperative and responsive to our requests.”
Arizona became the epicenter of efforts by Trump allies to cast doubt on Biden's victory. Republican leaders of the state Senate subpoenaed election records and equipment and hired a Florida firm led by a Trump supporter, Cyber Ninjas Inc., to conduct an unprecedented review of the election in Maricopa County.
The Cyber Ninjas review gave Biden more votes than the official count but claimed that their work raised serious questions about the conduct of the election in Maricopa County, home to metro Phoenix and the majority of Arizona's voters. The investigation by the attorney general's office found the allegations did not stand up to scrutiny.
“Our comprehensive review of CNI’s audit showed they did not provide any evidence to support their allegations of widespread fraud or ballot manipulation,” Brnovich's investigators wrote.
Thursday's release is the latest confirmation that there was no widespread fraud in the 2020 election and that Biden won the presidency legitimately. Trump continues to repeat his lie that the election was stolen from him as he mounts his third bid for the White House, despite reviews and audits saying otherwise in the battleground states he contested and his own administration officials debunking his claims.
Officials in Maricopa County, where nearly all the officials overseeing elections are Republicans, say they endured death threats and verbal abuse due to the suggestions of malfeasance in the Cyber Ninjas review and Brnovich's “interim report."
“This was a gross misuse of his elected office and an appalling waste of taxpayer dollars, as well as a waste of the time and effort of professional investigators,” Clint Hickman, the Republican chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors said in a statement.
Brnovich's investigators did conclude that Maricopa County officials did not uniformly follow state election procedures when filling out forms to document the pickup and transport of mail ballots. But they said the errors were procedural and that “investigators did not find anything that would (have) compromised the integrity of the ballots or the final ballot count.”
Investigators interviewed two Republican state lawmakers who publicly claimed they knew of fraud in the election, but wrote that neither Rep. Mark Finchem nor Sen. Sonny Borrelli repeated their claims to investigators — when they could have been subject to criminal charges for false reporting to law enforcement. The investigators said a third lawmaker, Republican state Sen. Wendy Rogers, declined to speak with them.
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Comedian Richard Lewis reveals he has Parkinson’s disease
NEW YORK (AP) — Comedian Richard Lewis is retiring from stand-up following four surgeries and a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.
The 75-year-old “Curb Your Enthusiasm” star, who is known for wearing all-black and exploring his neuroses onstage, posted a video Monday to Twitter explaining his various health issues.
“For the last three-and-a-half years, I’ve had sort of a rocky time,” he said, adding that he has suffered with back pain, and he had shoulder and hip replacement surgeries.
He also got a brain scan because he was shuffling his feet when he walked. Doctors diagnosed him with Parkinson’s. “Luckily, I got it late in life, and they say you progress very slowly if at all, and I’m on the right meds, so I’m cool,” he said. “I’m finished with stand-up. I’m just focusing on writing and acting.”
Lewis’ big screen credits include “Robin Hood: Men in Tights,” “Leaving Las Vegas” and “Vamps” and TV appearances on everything from “7th Heaven” to “George Lopez” and “BoJack Horseman” to “Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist.”
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Yellen tells Congress US expected to hit debt limit Thursday
WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen notified Congress on Friday that the U.S. is projected to reach its debt limit on Thursday and will then resort to “extraordinary measures” to avoid default.
In a letter to House and Senate leaders, Yellen said her actions will buy time until Congress can pass legislation that will either raise the nation’s $31.4 trillion borrowing authority or suspend it again for a period of time.
Those measures include divesting some payments, such as contributions to federal employees’ retirement plans, in order to provide some headroom to make other payments that are deemed essential, including those for Social Security and debt instruments.
“Failure to meet the government’s obligations would cause irreparable harm to the U.S. economy, the livelihoods of all Americans, and global financial stability,” she said. “Indeed, in the past, even threats that the U.S. government might fail to meet its obligations have caused real harms, including the only credit rating downgrade in the history of our nation in 2011.”
Yellen said that while Treasury can’t estimate how long the extraordinary measures will allow the U.S. to continue to pay the government’s obligations, “it is unlikely that cash and extraordinary measures will be exhausted before early June.”
Treasury first used these measures in 1985 and has used them at least 16 times since, according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, a fiscal watchdog. But the extraordinary measures only work for so long, and would probably run out — and put the U.S. at risk of default.
Yellen said it is “critical that Congress act in a timely manner” to increase or suspend the debt limit.
The debate over raising the debt ceiling will almost certainly result in a political showdown between newly empowered GOP lawmakers who now control the House and President Joe Biden and Democrats, who had enjoyed one-party control of Washington for the past two years.
In an interview this week on Fox News Channel, new House Speaker Kevin McCarthy stopped short of saying House Republicans would go so far as to refuse to pass the annual spending bills needed to fund the government, as happened more than a decade ago during an earlier debt ceiling showdown in Congress.
“We’re going to look at every single dollar spent,” he said.
The White House has insisted that it won’t allow the nation’s credit to be held captive to the demands of newly empowered GOP lawmakers. But any effort to compromise with House Republicans could force Biden to bend on his own priorities, whether that’s money for the IRS to ensure that wealthier Americans pay what they owe or domestic programs for children and the poor.
Past forecasts suggest a default could instantly bury the country in a deep recession, right at a moment of slowing global growth as the U.S. and much of the world face high inflation because of the pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Mobile home parks can be a solid option for people seeking affordable housing, but many people don't own the land underneath their mobile homes. So when the parks are sold out from under them, it often means eviction or much higher rents. Colorado is the latest state to pass legislation giving mobile home residents a better chance at buying the land themselves. Aspen Public Radio's Halle Zander reports.
FELIX JIMENEZ: Come on in.
HALLE ZANDER, BYLINE: Felix Jimenez has lived in Three Mile Mobile Home Park for over 30 years, and this morning before work, he's kicking the snow off his boots to show me around his unit.
So you have one dog, one cat and a bird, or...
JIMENEZ: (Laughter) That I know of. I don't know.
ZANDER: There's - oh, my gosh, and then so many more.
JIMENEZ: Oh, we got snakes.
ZANDER: You got snakes.
Jimenez and his wife raised five kids and at least one dog, cat, bird and a few snakes here in Glenwood Springs, Colo., about an hour outside of Aspen. Jimenez says his family even adopted a hurt salamander a few years ago.
JIMENEZ: They called her Sally, and she survived for, like, 10 years after I brought her home. That kind of started our thing with animals.
ZANDER: And now two of their grown children are living in the neighboring units.
JIMENEZ: I own this one, you know, and then Vanessa owns that one. And Lorrie, my wife, actually owns this one. And Gabriella stays there.
ZANDER: Jimenez's family may own their units at Three Mile, but they don't own the land underneath them. That's very common in Colorado. Only eight of the state's 731 registered parks are owned by residents, in part because deep-pocketed investors are swarming to buy them.
SYDNEY SCHALIT: Once the parks get listed, it's like a feeding frenzy of bids.
ZANDER: Sydney Schalit runs a local social justice nonprofit called Manaus. She says residents of mobile home parks can pool their money and buy the land under their homes. But that requires a lot of time and legal support, especially in resort areas like this one near Aspen, where real estate is among the most expensive in the U.S.
SCHALIT: And so even if the residents do this miraculous work and get all the financing in order, they're going to have competition, and the competition comes in millions over.
ZANDER: Last year Colorado updated some of its laws to give residents a better shot at purchasing their parks. Park owners now have to give residents 120 days' notice when their properties go up for sale. Nineteen states have laws in place addressing mobile home park purchases. Colorado, Massachusetts and New Hampshire's are among the strongest, written to give residents a fair shake when making an offer. But Schalit says 120 days is still not a lot of time.
SCHALIT: To put together an S-Corp or an LLC, whichever one they choose, to learn self-governance, to pull together the financing - and they all work, right? Like, everybody in here either works or is retired. And so, like, that's a big lift.
ZANDER: But luckily, the residents of Three Mile were given more than four months to get their finances in order. The current owners of Three Mile want to sell to the residents, so they've agreed not to list the property for now. Instead, they've given Schalit and Manaus time to buy the park so they can operate it until the residents are ready to purchase. Felix Jimenez and his wife, Lorrie Bennett, aren't sure what they would do if Three Mile sold to an outside buyer.
LORRIE BENNETT: To think of increasing rents on a retired salary, I was like, OK. We're going to get roommates. We're going to sell, you know? And when we thought we'd have to sell, it was like, well, what state do we move to?
ZANDER: So if the nonprofit helping residents can raise the money for the down payment and get loans from a few lenders, they can give Three Mile residents years to buy the park back. But not everyone gets to work with cooperative sellers. Most residents trying to purchase their parks are fighting a clock with a lot less resources, and this deal could still fall through over the next few years. Despite the uncertainty, Jimenez and Bennett are hopeful.
BENNETT: I'm still praying that everything comes together the way they need.
ZANDER: If Manaus is successful, the roughly 90 people who live at Three Mile will have the luxury of time and maybe inspire others along the way.
BENNETT: Hopefully other residents can go, we can do this for our park.
ZANDER: Manaus has until the end of April to close on the park. For NPR News, I'm Halle Zander.
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WNBA star Griner’s Russia detention extended for third time
MOSCOW (AP) — WNBA star Brittney Griner will remain in Russian custody through at least July 2, Russian state-run news agency Tass reported Tuesday.
The 31-year-old American basketball player has been held in Russia since February when she was detained at a Moscow airport after authorities there claimed she was carrying vape cartridges containing cannabis oil. The U.S. Department of State last month reclassified her as wrongfully detained.
The Khimki district court of the Moscow region extended Griner’s detention for a third time, according to the Tass report, which also cited a top Russian diplomat as saying that Moscow will not consider including Griner in a detainee swap “until a court investigation into her case is completed.”
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, according to Tass, was responding to US media reports that the Biden administration had offered to exchange convicted arms trader Viktor Bout for Griner. Ryabkov gave no timeline for the proceedings in the player’s case.
Griner’s supporters continue to advocate for her release, with some raising concerns that Moscow might use her as a bargaining chip amid tensions over the war in Ukraine.
Griner, a two-time Olympic gold medalist who plays in Russia during the WNBA offseason, was accused of “smuggling significant amounts of a narcotic substance,” an offense punishable by up to 10 years in prison in Russia.
The Houston native plays for the Phoenix Mercury.
State Department spokesman Ned Price told reporters Tuesday that it was his understanding that department officials learned of the extension in her detention only through Tass, which he said was problematic.
“This case is problematic from top to bottom,” he said. “It is precisely why we have characterized Brittney Griner as an unlawful detainee. It’s precisely why we are doing everything we can to seek and to affect her prompt release from Russian detention.”
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DUBLIN, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Endo International plc (OTC: ENDPQ) announced today that it will cease the production and sale of Endo Aesthetics' Qwo® (collagenase clostridium histolyticum-aaes) in light of market concerns about the extent and variability of bruising following initial treatment as well as the potential for prolonged skin discoloration.
For more than a year, Endo worked to address those concerns, including launching an open-label study in June 2022, APHRODITE, to test different interventions and whether they might mitigate bruising. Although certain APHRODITE study cohorts' results reflected a modest reduction of bruising area and severity, none achieved a consistent level of reduced bruising following initial treatment to adequately alleviate the market's concerns.
"After careful consideration, we have determined that QWO does not represent a viable commercial opportunity for Endo," said Blaise Coleman, President and CEO of Endo. "This difficult decision unfortunately results in a workforce reduction. We are grateful for the dedication and hard work of all team members who supported QWO and our Endo Aesthetics business, and we are committed to providing support and assistance to our impacted team members."
This decision is expected to result in annualized pre-tax cash savings of approximately $50 million to $60 million and a reduction to Endo's global workforce of approximately 90 full-time positions. In connection with ceasing QWO production and sales, the Company expects to incur pre-tax cash restructuring charges of approximately $15 million to $20 million and record a total pre-tax restructuring charge of approximately $235 million to $250 million in the fourth quarter 2022. The Company will seek any necessary approvals from the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York in connection with this decision.
QWO remains an FDA-approved product with clinically proven results and an established safety profile, so practices may continue to use unexpired QWO that they have in stock, as well as order additional supply. Alternatively, practitioners can return unused QWO purchased prior to this announcement for a refund. Practices will be notified about these options.
INDICATION
Qwo® is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe cellulite in the buttocks of adult women.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR QWO
CONTRAINDICATIONS
QWO is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to collagenase or to any of the excipients or the presence of infection at the injection sites.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Hypersensitivity Reactions
Serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis have been reported with the use of collagenase clostridium histolyticum. If such a reaction occurs, further injection of QWO should be discontinued and appropriate medical therapy immediately instituted. Advise patients to seek immediate medical attention if they experience any symptoms of serious hypersensitivity reactions.
Injection Site Bruising
In clinical trials, 84% of subjects treated with QWO experienced injection site bruising. Subjects with coagulation disorders or using anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications (except those taking ≤150 mg aspirin daily) were excluded from participating in Trials 1 and 2.
QWO should be used with caution in patients with bleeding abnormalities or who are currently being treated with antiplatelet (except those taking ≤150 mg aspirin daily) or anticoagulant therapy.
Substitution of Collagenase Products
QWO must not be substituted with other injectable collagenase products.
QWO is not intended for the treatment of Peyronie's Disease or Dupuytren's Contracture.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
In clinical trials, the most commonly reported adverse reactions in patients treated with QWO with an incidence ≥ 10% were at the injection site: bruising, pain, nodule and pruritus.
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About Endo
Endo (OTC: ENDPQ) is a specialty pharmaceutical company committed to helping everyone we serve live their best life through the delivery of quality, life-enhancing therapies. Our decades of proven success come from passionate team members around the globe collaborating to bring treatments forward. Together, we boldly transform insights into treatments benefiting those who need them, when they need them. Learn more at www.endo.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain information in this press release may be considered "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and any applicable Canadian securities legislation, including, but not limited to, the statements by Mr. Coleman and any statements related to the Company's efforts to expand and enhance its portfolio or the decision to cease production and sale of QWO, including any estimated expenses, charges, costs or savings, and any other statements that refer to expected, estimated or anticipated future results or that do not relate solely to historical facts. Statements including words or phrases such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "estimate," "plan," "will," "may," "look forward," "intend," "guidance," "future," "potential" or similar expressions are forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements in this communication reflect the Company's current views as of the date of this communication about its plans, intentions, expectations, strategies and prospects, which are based on the information currently available to it and on assumptions it has made. Actual results may differ materially and adversely from current expectations based on a number of factors, including, among other things, the outcome of the Company's contingency planning and restructuring activities; the timing, impact or results of any pending or future litigation, investigations, proceedings or claims, including opioid, tax and antitrust related matters; actual or contingent liabilities; settlement discussions or negotiations; the Company's liquidity, financial performance, cash position and operations; the Company's strategy; risks and uncertainties associated with chapter 11 proceedings; the negative impacts on the Company's businesses as a result of filing for and operating under chapter 11 protection; the time, terms and ability to confirm a sale of the Company's businesses under Section 363 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code; the adequacy of the capital resources of the Company's businesses and the difficulty in forecasting the liquidity requirements of the operations of the Company's businesses; the unpredictability of the Company's financial results while in chapter 11 proceedings; the Company's ability to discharge claims in chapter 11 proceedings; negotiations with the holders of the Company's indebtedness and its trade creditors and other significant creditors; and risks and uncertainties with performing under the terms of the restructuring support agreement and any other arrangement with lenders or creditors while in chapter 11 proceedings. The Company expressly disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements, except as required to do so by law.
Additional information concerning risk factors, including those referenced above, can be found in press releases issued by the Company, as well as the Company's public periodic filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and with securities regulators in Canada, including the discussion under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and any subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q or other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Copies of the Company's press releases and additional information about the Company are available at www.endo.com or you can contact the Company's Investor Relations Department at relations.investor@endo.com.
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Lawmakers ask EU countries to pressure IOC for Russia’s ban
BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union lawmakers have condemned the International Olympic Committee’s decision to set out a path for some athletes from Russia and Belarus to try to qualify for the 2024 Paris Games.
In a resolution adopted Thursday by 444 votes in favor, 26 against and 37 abstentions, EU legislators said allowing them to compete under a neutral flag “runs counter to those countries’ multifaceted isolation and will be used by both regimes for propaganda purposes.”
The IOC has argued that it would be discriminatory to exclude Russia and ally Belarus from sports ahead of the Paris Olympics. With qualifying in many sports already underway, the IOC wants athletes from those countries to compete in a neutral capacity without national symbols.
IOC president Thomas Bach and the IOC have faced widespread backlash from Ukraine and its allies, including comments directed at him by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
In its resolution marking one year of the war, the EU Parliament urged the 27 EU countries and the international community to pressure the IOC to reverse its decision, “which is an embarrassment to the international world of sport.”
Lawmakers also asked member states to seriously consider sending fighter jets to Ukraine and said Russian assets frozen by the EU should be used to rebuild Ukraine. They also asked for broadened sanctions against Moscow and demanded that accession talks for Ukraine’s EU membership start this year.
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Federal jury convicts Ada man of brutally assaulting 72-year-old woman
TULSA, Okla. (KXII) - A federal jury convicted a formal Ada man Thursday for holding a 72-year-old woman captive in her own home and brutally assaulting her, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson.
According to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Oklahoma, Elga Eugene Harper, 40, was found guilty of kidnapping in Indian Country; aggravated sexual abuse by force and threat in Indian Country; assault with a dangerous weapon with intent to do bodily harm in Indian Country; and assault resulting in serious bodily injury in Indian Country.
“Elga Harper is a violent sexual predator who beat and sexually assaulted an elderly woman in her home,” said U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. “At trial, the victim testified and faced her attacker. It is never easy for victims to relive the details of their assault, and I always admire the courage and strength it takes to do so. This week, a federal jury heard her story, reviewed the evidence, and delivered justice for this victim.”
Harper, a transient, had previously performed work at the victim’s home, and the two had numerous conversations about philosophy and her work in counseling, according to the attorney’s office. At one point, the woman told Harper she no longer needed his assistance and paid him in full for his services.
According to the attorney’s office, on May 4, 2022, several months after their last meeting, Harper returned unexpectedly to the victim’s home and approached her asking for work or counseling services. The woman declined then Harper asked to use the bathroom in her home. She agreed. When Harper did not exit the bathroom, the victim walked toward the back of the home and saw Harper standing naked in her room. He immediately attacked the victim.
During the next four-hours, Harper violently physically and sexually assaulted the victim and refused to call 911 when she pleaded for him to do so, according to the attorney’s office. He further ransacked her home in search of her car title, took her car keys, and told the victim to “shut up” when she prayed aloud. When he finally fled from her home at approximately 6 p.m., the victim called 911, reporting the assault and that Harper was responsible.
According to the attorney’s office, when officers arrived at the scene, they found the victim gravely injured, and she again identified her attacker as Harper. The victim was transported to the hospital. She suffered extensive injuries to her face, head, neck, arms, hands, and legs and continues to receive treatment for her injuries.
Harper was located and taken into custody on May 10, 2022.
The FBI and Tulsa Police Department conducted the investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Chantelle D. Dial and Melody N. Nelson are prosecuting the case.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — UCLA is showing off different ways to win while the seventh-ranked Bruins pile up victories.
Tyger Campbell scored 17 points and Adem Bona added 15 in a 68-49 victory over Utah on Thursday night for the Bruins’ 12th consecutive victory.
UCLA (15-2, 6-0 Pac-12) is on its longest winning streak since opening the 2016-17 season with 13 straight wins. The Bruins are 10-0 at home this season.
Given the timing, coach Mick Cronin isn't overly impressed.
“As my dad would probably tell me that winning streak in January and a few bucks would get you a cup of coffee at Starbucks,” he said.
Still, the Bruins were impressive. They shot 48% from the floor, controlled the boards, 40-26, and kept the ball moving with 21 assists.
“The best thing I saw other than the assists was Tyger getting it going. He hasn’t really been himself,” Cronin said. “I was imploring him to be more aggressive. He’s been a little bit too passive.”
Bona continues to soar. He's been the Pac-12 freshman of the week the last two weeks.
“He’s flourishing now and that’s what we’re going to need him to do if we’re going to be a great team,” Jaime Jaquez Jr. said.
Bona scored five points in the second half when the Bruins ran away. They opened with a 15-6 run to extend their lead to 46-28. Jaquez scored his first points of the game in that span. UCLA's scoring leader finished with eight points, less than half his average, but Jaquez tied his season high with 12 rebounds, which was double his average.
Campbell contributed during an 8-0 spurt that produced a 62-38 lead.
“Guys were driving in and kicking it and finding me. I was just taking my time,” Campbell said. “My big thing is I'm a patient player. I kind of wanted to come off the screen and find my reads. I was trying to play what the defense gave me.”
Rollie Worster led the Utes (12-5, 5-2) with 12 points off the bench. Four players average in double figures but they were all held to single digits, including leading scorer Branden Carlson. He finished with four — well under his average of 15.7.
“We know the formula: share the ball and play as hard as you can on defense," Jaquez said. “Once you do that good things happen.”
The Bruins missed their first four shots of the game, then went on a tear. They reeled off 11 straight points to lead 11-4. Bona scored six in a row, capped by the first of his three dunks in the half. He grabbed eight rebounds.
“That was kind of the boost we needed,” Bona said. “It’s a team effort. It wasn’t just me. I was the open man.”
Bona and Campbell later combined to score 15 straight points for the Bruins. Bona dunked two-handed and on UCLA's next possession the freshman grabbed an offensive rebound and fired to Campbell, who hit a 3-pointer. Campbell hit another 3 and Dylan Andrews added one as well to help the Bruins lead 31-22 at halftime.
BIG PICTURE
Utah: The Utes lost their first Pac-12 road game of the season. They came in having won three of four and were tied for second in the league. But they struggled to hold onto the ball with 16 turnovers that UCLA converted into 19 points.
UCLA: The Bruins keep winning ahead of their road trip to the Arizona schools next week. They face a stiff test at No. 9 Arizona, likely the last ranked team they'll play in the regular season.
DON'T GO THERE
Kenneth Nwuba had five of UCLA's eight blocked shots in 15 minutes.
UP NEXT
Utah: Visits Southern California on Saturday.
UCLA: Hosts Colorado on Saturday to conclude a three-game homestand.
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CES may be considered the most influential tech event in the world, but it's also one of the largest and most important auto shows in the US.
This year at CES 2023, hundreds of exhibitors from across the automotive sector have already unveiled some of their latest products and cutting-edge technologies. BMW announced the futuristic i Vision Dee electric car, while Sony and Honda revealed their EV prototype Afeela, integrated with Epic Games' Unreal Engine technology to provide next-level entertainment, communication and safety features.
If you want to take a closer look at the new auto technology that's been unveiled at CES 2023 so far, check it out below. For more, here are the wildest highlights we've seen this week and the wackiest tech, too.
Mercedes-Benz is one of the first car companies in the world to get immersive Dolby Atmos surround sound tech
Dolby Atmos is immersive surround sound technology that you'll really only find at the theatre or in a few pricey speakers, soundbars and headphones for consumers. Unlike your typical left and right audio experience, Dolby Almost brings you sounds from every direction imaginable, and that immersive audio experience is coming to the Mercedes-Benz Maybach. Check out our experience with Dolby Atmos at CES 2023 in the video above.
BMW's color-changing concept car
BMW unveiled the i Vision Dee, a futuristic midsize electric sedan with a digital assistant, color-changing technology and an augmented-reality windshield. The car's exterior is equipped with 240 E Ink segments that can be controlled individually; you could go with a solid color if you want, but each separate panel can be customized, so you can go wild with patchwork designs. But the most exciting new feature has to be the fully digital, mixed reality windshield. You'll be able to decide how much "digital content" you see in front of you while you drive, such as driving information, communications, AR projections and virtual worlds.
Sony and Honda's electric sedan has Unreal Engine-designed interfaces
Sony and Honda unveiled the Afeela, an electric midsized sedan, at CES on Wednesday. The alliance between the two companies works like this: Honda provides the automotive engineering and after-sales service part, while Sony covers the tech side of things, including electronics, sensors and entertainment. The front of the EV has a built-in display that can be used to show off information to other drivers and pedestrians, while the entire body comes equipped with dozens of cameras and sensors to detect objects and provide an autonomous driving experience. Inside, the interface of the car is powered by Qualcomm technology and Epic Games' Unreal Engine to enhance the driving experience and provide a quality entertainment system.
Amazon Ring now wants to live in your car
Amazon's Ring creates security cameras for your home and business, to provide security and allow you to keep an eye on package deliveries and other activities, and now it wants to do the same thing for your automobile. The Ring Car Cam is a dashboard-mounted dual-facing camera that can record both inside and outside your car, while you're driving or parked. While the camera stores footage locally, it can connect to your Wi-Fi network whenever you're parked nearby to upload footage. You can also get LTE support to always stay connected, allowing you to view a live feed in case someone else has your car; you'll need to pay for a Ring Protect Go subscription for that. You can preorder the Ring Car Cam for $200 right now, or wait to buy it when it's released in February for $250.
An electric pickup truck... that follows you around?
Ram unveiled the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV, its first ever fully electric pickup truck, at CES 2023. The electric truck is equipped with back-swinging suicide doors, three rows of seats, an AR display, an AI personal assistant and "themes" for the interior of the car. For example, you can enable party mode or relax mode -- each changes the seat positions and orientation, lighting, sound system and even the opacity of the skylight. But the most interesting thing about the electric truck has to be its "shadow mode" feature, which allows the truck to follow the driver around, sort of like a dog, when they're on foot.
Nvidia will bring its gaming platform to select cars
GeForce Now, Nvidia's popular cloud gaming service that allows you to play games like Fortnite and Apex Legends on your phone, tablet and TV, is soon coming to your car. During its showcase at CES 2023, Nvidia announced a partnership with Hyundai Motor Group, Polestar and BYD to integrate the gaming platform to several internet-connected vehicles. A passenger in the car can load up GeForce Now in a built-in display and play games such as Rocket League with a connected gamepad.
Google launched its new Android Auto update
On Thursday, Google announced the release of its latest Android Auto software. The redesign prioritizes navigation, communication and music -- for starters, Maps is now closer to the driver's seat, making it easier to view, and there's also a new quick launcher that lets you access the apps you need most, faster. A new split-screen layout adapts to your screen size and orientation, and Google Assistant provides smart suggestions like arrival time sharing, message replies and music or podcast reminders. If you have one of the latest Pixel or Samsung phones, you'll soon be able to make WhatsApp calls via Android Auto.
Oh yeah, a four-seater flying car was announced
Flying cars haven't quite taken off yet, but we seem to be one step closer. US company Aska announced what may be the world's first four-seater flying car at CES this year. The Aska A5 is an electric-powered vehicle, the size of a small SUV, that can travel on the road and up to 250 miles by air with a single charge. It's also equipped with a small gas engine that can give you an extra 50 miles. And you can expect it to hit the roads (and the skies) pretty soon. According to CEO Guy Kaplinsky, the Federal Aviation Administration could approve the A5 this month, and the company plans to begin a ride-sharing service with a fleet of its flying vehicles in 2026. The A5 comes with a hefty price tag of $789,000, and you can pay a $5,000 deposit to get on the preorder list right now.
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Solomon Peña, a former Republican candidate for state office in New Mexico, has been arrested after a string of recent shootings targeting the homes of elected Democratic officials in the state. Peña is suspected of orchestrating the attacks.
The incidents in New Mexico came amid other politically motivated violence in the U.S. following the November election, including the assault on then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s (D-Calif.) husband.
The shootings and subsequent arrest of Peña reverberated through state and national politics, leaving many to wonder just who Peña is.
Peña ran for the state legislature, refused to concede
Peña launched a campaign for the New Mexico legislature in the 2022 midterms, challenging Democratic incumbent Rep. Miguel Garcia. Democrats control both chambers of the legislature and the governor’s mansion in New Mexico.
Peña had served nearly seven years in prison after being convicted in 2008 of stealing goods in a “smash and grab scheme,” according to CNN affiliate KOAT.
His opponent Garcia attempted to get Peña removed from the ballot before the election, saying his status as an ex-felon should have prevented him from running in the state. A state court cleared Peña to be able to run in the election, according to KOAT.
Peña lost the race handily, receiving just 26 percent of the vote.
Peña tweeted after the election that he “never conceded” his race against Garcia and was “researching” his options. Peña leaned into the rhetoric of right-wing candidates who have challenged election results since former President Trump and his supporters launched attacks against the results of the 2020 election, calling into question the integrity of the country’s voting systems.
Beyond launching a social media campaign claiming that he was not conceding his election to Garcia, Peña took it upon himself to compile and present evidence of what he said was clear election fraud.
Allegedly, Peña personally approached local and state officials with claims of election fraud after his defeat and before the shootings. He approached a legislator and county commissioners at their homes with paperwork that he said was evidence of fraud, according to police.
One of the houses where he delivered the paperwork was that of Bernalillo County Commissioner Adriann Barboa, which had shots fired at it weeks later.
Peña’s support of Trump and election denialism
After Trump formally announced his 2024 bid for the White House, Peña took to Twitter to voice his support for the former president’s third campaign. Posed in a red “Make America Great Again” sweatshirt, Peña stands next to two Trump flags and says in the tweet: “Trump just announced for 2024. I stand with him.”
Peña latched onto the rhetoric of right-wingers who challenged election results all across the country. In a reply to a tweet from House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.), Peña outlined his belief that “New Mexico elections are absolutely rigged.”
“And we will pursue justice,” he said.
“When we finally defeat the rigged NM elections, oh, the hero I will be! MAGA nation 4ever!” he said in another tweet on Jan. 9.
The four shootings at the homes of state officials
Between Dec. 4 and Jan. 4, there were four separate shootings at the homes of four different state and local officials. On top of the shots fired at Barboa’s home, which happened on Dec. 4, shots were also fired at the home of incoming state House Speaker Javier Martinez (D) on Dec. 8; then-Bernalillo Commissioner Debbie O’Malley on Dec. 11; and state Sen. Linda Lopez on Jan. 3, according to police.
Peña was arrested in Albuquerque on Monday.
After police told reporters that Peña was the believed “mastermind” behind the shootings, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller said the investigation confirmed that the shootings were politically motivated.
An arrest warrant for Peña concluded that there was probable cause to believe that after he lost his election in November, he paid four men and provided them with firearms to commit the shootings at the four homes. It also concludes that Peña personally participated in at least one of the shootings.
“Solomon intended to serious injury (sic) or cause death to occupants inside their homes,” the warrant concluded.
Peña was arrested on preliminary charges of felon in possession of a firearm; attempted aggravated battery with a deadly weapon; criminal solicitation; and four counts each of shooting at an occupied dwelling, shooting at or from a motor vehicle, and conspiracy.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher has been suspended 10 days and fined as the result of a positive drug test last year involving Forte, who was scratched hours before the Kentucky Derby last weekend because of an injury.
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Forte was disqualified after winning the Hopeful Stakes on Sept. 5, 2022, at Saratoga in upstate New York for testing positive for meloxicam, according to a ruling posted Thursday on the New York State Gaming Commission website.
The drug is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that is not legal in racing. Pletcher also was fined $1,000. Forte’s owners, Mike Repole and Vincent Viola, forfeit the Hopeful’s first-place purse earnings of $165,000.
The ruling says Pletcher plans to appeal and a stay of the suspension has been granted, allowing him to work. However, the commission may terminate the stay if the hearing isn't completed within 90 days of the ruling.
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Pletcher appeared before New York stewards on Wednesday, a day after The New York Times reported the failed test. The racing publication BloodHorse first reported the disqualification.
Forte was the early favorite for last weekend's Kentucky Derby, but was scratched by state officials hours before Saturday's race because of a bruised right front foot. The colt is currently on the Kentucky vets' list for 14 days, which means he won't be able to run in the Preakness on May 20.
After the Hopeful, Forte won the Breeders' Futurity and Breeders' Cup Juvenile and earned the Eclipse Award for 2-year-old champion. Pletcher won his eighth career Eclipse as the nation's top trainer.
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Happy birthday (Apr. 4): It's your year of endearment. The sweet actions of others warm your heart. Your way of being in the world has others pulling you in closer. Bonds become tighter and more reliable. You'll grow your skills on challenging work.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): The past is done and the future will come. You're able to stay in the now for longer and longer — a discipline that enhances your experiences. You will be aware of the energy exchange of interactions.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you're not happy in your role, your work will suffer and so will you. What would it take to make yourself more comfortable? Getting to a better place is a matter of executing one small action at a time.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21): You'll deal with drama in a fair and impartial manner. You will respond based on what seems right. You're able to keep your personal preferences out of the equation. This is why people trust you and ask for your input.
CANCER (June 22-July 22): Today, you'll get moving and stay in motion. Don't worry about progress. Assume it's all progress. Every step is headed somewhere. The only difference between a step forward and a step back is the intended destination.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Growing up involves experimentation and mistakes — lots of mistakes. You expect this and you're not too hard on yourself when what you're trying falls flat. With patience, you'll figure out what works.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You're headed toward an impasse. Disagreement makes progress impossible. The deadlock has something to teach. It's an opportunity to decide what's worth fighting for. Eventually, you'll discover what's immobile — the obstacle in your path or your attitude.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23): Negativity is literally saying no. We feel moody and glum about the circumstances we reject. The way to resolve negative feelings is to say yes to them. Acceptance is the starting line to happiness.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21): You don't base your self-worth on the money you earn, but it still feels good to make a significant contribution to the things that matter to you. Tonight features comfortable conversation about nothing much; the noise is reassuring.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You'll absorb the day's lessons. And though you can learn through cautionary examples and aspirational models alike, the best way will be learning from your own experience.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Most people are poor judges of what will make them happy, so the pursuit of happiness usually doesn't bring about the desired result. Go deeper into what interests you and you'll accidentally land in a joyful place.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): What you want is important not only to you. Loved ones want to see you content, too, and they'll help you however they can if you ask. Tonight, you can avoid bad timing with good observing.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Optimism wanes. This dip in mood is a gift. It will lead you to learn where your energy is going. If someone or something is siphoning your vitality, you'll handle it, and then brightness returns.
COUNTDOWN TO THE PINK MOON: If it seems to require a lot of energy to relate to someone, take note. Why do you think this is? Are you striving to impress? Are you translating yourself to a person who doesn’t understand you? Or maybe you feel you must perform in some way to meet expectations. As we head into the full moon in the sign of relationships, a lunar suggestion floats on the wind: Perhaps it shouldn’t take so much energy to be yourself?
CELEBRITY PROFILES: Robert Downey Jr. appeared in one of his father’s films at age 5, and the rest is movie history. There are several upcoming releases for the Aries star, starting on the lighter side with the Jamie Foxx-directed comedy “All-Star Weekend.” Downey has Mercury and Venus in the fire sign station of Aries, too. These high-energy aspects are tempered by Saturn in artistic, empathetic Pisces.
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Highlights:
- Q3 2022 consolidated revenues of $840.1 million increased 12.3% over Q3 2021 primarily due to increased lift truck prices and parts volumes across all geographic segments
- Q3 2022 consolidated operating loss of $24.9 million improved by nearly $30 million versus Q3 2021, which included $24.8 million of non-cash charges at Nuvera
- Q3 2022 Lift Truck consolidated operating results improved versus prior year and were ahead of Company expectations, despite $10.8 million of unfavorable currency effects
- Q3 2022 net debt reduction of $28.6 million compared with Q2 2022
- The Lift Truck business expects a return to profitability in Q4 2022 driven by higher margins as the Company continues to work through its extended backlog
- Q3 2022 average sales price/unit of backlog increased 38% over Q3 2021, 8.5% over Q2 2022 despite fewer higher-priced bookings
CLEVELAND, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. (NYSE: HY) today announced the following consolidated results for the three months ended September 30, 2022:
The three months ended 2021 net loss included a $38.4 million charge to establish a valuation allowance on certain deferred assets.
Lift Truck Business Results
Revenues and shipments by geographic segment were as follows:
Third-quarter 2022 lift truck revenues increased by 13.1% versus the prior year while unit shipments grew by 5.6% over the same period. Revenue growth outpaced shipment growth as price increases put in place to combat inflation were realized in all regions and parts volumes increased at a faster pace. These revenue improvements were partially offset by unfavorable currency movements, particularly in EMEA, due to a strengthening U.S. dollar.
Third-quarter unit shipments increased in each geographic segment versus the prior year, mainly due to moderating component shortages and fewer supply chain constraints. Despite reduced supply challenges, certain critical components remain difficult to source and those shortages negatively affected third-quarter 2022 production rates and prevented further increases in shipments. Conversely, shipments in the third quarter of 2022 declined versus the second quarter of 2022, particularly in EMEA, largely due to normal third-quarter seasonal plant shutdowns.
Gross profit and operating profit (loss) by geographic segment were as follows:
Operating results improved by 28.6% year-over-year, exceeding the Company's expectations, driven primarily by price increases of $81.7 million, partly offset by material and freight cost increases of $52.4 million, as well as higher unit and parts volumes. Results improved despite a $16.0 million increase in manufacturing costs due to production inefficiencies caused by component shortages and $10.8 million of unfavorable currency movements, including derivative contracts. The Company continues to make steady progress producing and working through the lower-margin products in its backlog as component availability improves. These backlog units were generally priced in prior years and create a temporary drag on margins since these units do not reflect the benefits of higher prices implemented after these units were booked.
Geographically, in the Americas, higher lift truck pricing more than offset the combination of material cost inflation and substantial manufacturing inefficiencies related to ongoing component shortages. Despite higher prices, EMEA operating results declined from third-quarter 2021 levels due to decreased margins resulting from recently elevated costs, including the effect of mounting energy prices due to the Russia/Ukraine conflict. Unfavorable currency movements partly offset the improved Americas' operating results and contributed to EMEA's decreased results.
While gross profit overall increased, operating results in the third quarter of 2022 declined versus the second quarter of 2022, as anticipated, mainly due to normal third-quarter seasonal plant shutdowns in EMEA and the Americas, which more than offset the improvement in JAPIC.
Bolzoni Results
Bolzoni's 2022 third-quarter operating results decreased from the prior year. Benefits from price increases and a favorable sales shift toward higher-priced, higher-margin products were not enough to offset the effect of lower sales volumes from reduced customer demand, particularly for legacy components used by the Lift Truck Business. Higher manufacturing costs from supply-chain induced inefficiencies and unfavorable currency movements of $1.4 million also contributed to the decline.
Nuvera Results
Nuvera's third-quarter 2022 revenues increased primarily as a result of after-market component sales to the Lift Truck Business, as well as sales of fuel cell engines to the Lift Truck Business for demonstration.
Nuvera's third-quarter 2022 operating loss decreased compared to a 2021 third quarter that included $24.8 million of non-cash charges related to inventory and fixed asset valuation adjustments. Excluding the prior-year charges, the operating loss increased due to a non-recurring warranty benefit in the third quarter of 2021. Additionally, product development costs to support Nuvera's current 45kW and 60kW and future 125kW engines increased in 2022, as did expenses for expanding its sales pipeline through engine application demonstration projects.
Balance Sheet and Liquidity
The Company reduced its net debt by nearly $30 million in the third quarter 2022 compared with June 30, 2022. This improvement was driven by an 8.7% reduction in working capital, largely from decreases in accounts receivable and inventory as part of the ongoing efforts to improve working capital efficiency.
At September 30, 2022, the Company's cash on hand was $68.6 million and debt was $545.0 million compared with cash on hand of $75.6 million and debt of $580.6 million at June 30, 2022. The 6.1% decrease in debt outstanding was the result of fewer outstanding borrowings on the Company's revolving credit facility. The Company generated cash flow before financing of $7.1 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2022.
The Company had unused borrowing capacity of approximately $191 million under the Company's revolving credit facilities as of September 30, 2022, compared with $156 million on June 30, 2022.
Perspectives
Market Commentary
The global economic outlook remains constrained due to several factors, including aggressive central bank actions designed to control inflation as well as the effects of COVID lockdowns in China and the ongoing Russia/Ukraine conflict. The latter, combined with forecasted oil production declines, have driven energy prices higher and lowered economic activity, particularly in Europe. The latest publicly available lift truck market data showed a 2022 second quarter global decline versus a robust 2021 second quarter period as decreases in China and EMEA were partly offset by growth in the Americas. Internal company estimates indicated a global lift truck market decline in the third quarter of 2022 across all geographic regions, compared with both the prior year quarter and 2022's second quarter.
Looking ahead, the global lift truck market is expected to decrease further in the fourth quarter 2022 and full-year 2023 compared with the respective prior year periods. However, global market unit volumes in 2023 are expected to remain relatively strong and above pre-pandemic levels, despite an increasing possibility of a global or regional recession.
After several years of extraordinary lift truck market growth that stretched supplier capacity to, and in some cases beyond, its limits, a market slowdown could allow the lift truck component supply base to meet the Company's requirements more effectively.
Operational Perspectives - Lift Truck Business
Lift truck unit bookings and backlog were as follows:
The ongoing market decline and the Company's focus on booking orders with a strong margin profile resulted in a significant decrease in lift truck bookings from robust prior-year levels and a sequential decline from the 2022 second quarter. Looking forward, bookings levels are expected to decrease year-over-year in the fourth quarter 2022 and full-year 2023 due to the market outlook and the Company's continued focus on booking higher-margin orders. These anticipated decreases combined with planned production levels should help the Company bring its backlog to more competitive levels over the course of 2023.
Backlog levels have trended down modestly over the past two quarters as bookings have declined, but lead times are still extended. Incoming order selectivity has resulted in higher average prices and margins for both unit bookings and backlog. As the Company moves through its backlog in the fourth quarter of 2022 and in 2023, lower-margin units, priced in prior years, will have been shipped and the majority of 2023 shipments will be produced from the currently existing higher-margin backlog. As a result, average unit margins are expected to continue to improve. The Company believes that its current significant backlog level, including expected built-in margin increases over time, and anticipated continued selective bookings at higher margins will lead to improvements in operating profit in 2023. In addition, the Company's extended backlog is expected to help mitigate the strain on the business in a recessionary environment.
The Company expects fourth-quarter 2022 production and shipment volumes to increase over the third quarter 2022 as a result of gradually diminishing supply chain bottlenecks and the substantial backlog level. Full-year 2023 production and shipment volumes are expected to increase versus 2022 given the current substantial backlog and as additional supply chain improvements are anticipated to be achieved, further reducing lead times. New bookings, consistent with the market outlook, are expected to have sound margins when those trucks are produced in late 2023 and 2024, particularly in the context of more competitive lead times as backlogs are reduced.
The Company continues to experience cost increases, particularly in EMEA, in part due to higher energy costs as a result of the ongoing Russia/Ukraine conflict. In contrast, Americas and JAPIC cost increases have slowed significantly. Forward economic indicators suggest moderate cost inflation trends in 2023, absent any additional effects from the Russia/Ukraine conflict or COVID-related global supply chain constraints. Due to the substantial inflationary pressure over the past 18 months, the Lift Truck business implemented several price increases. Generally, these price increases are expected to more than fully offset inflationary pressures in 2022 and 2023, and are expected to provide higher margins for trucks which will be produced in upcoming quarters.
As a result of the above factors, and the expected ongoing benefits from cost-savings initiatives, the Lift Truck business expects to generate operating profit in the 2022 fourth quarter. Further improvements are anticipated in 2023 as production volumes are expected to increase and margins are expected to rise due to an improving price to cost ratio. The Company's strategic programs are also expected to further enhance margins as they mature, including the further expansion of its modular and scalable product families. Therefore, the Lift Truck business expects to generate a substantial operating profit in 2023. These assumptions, however, are highly sensitive to the effect of various market forces, particularly those that impact global supply chains.
Strategic Perspectives - Lift Truck
From a broader perspective, the Lift Truck Business has three core strategies that are expected to have a transformational impact on the Company's competitiveness, market position and economic performance as it emerges from the current period of mismatched costs and pricing: (1) provide the lowest cost of ownership while enhancing customer productivity, with a primary focus on new modular and scalable product projects and projects geared toward electrification of trucks, automation product options and providing telemetry and operator assist systems, (2) be the leader in the delivery of industry- and customer-focused solutions, focused primarily on transforming the Company's sales approach to be industry focused to meet customers' needs, and (3) be the leader in independent distribution, focused on dealer and major account coverage, dealer excellence and ensuring outstanding dealer ownership globally. The Company continues to make progress on its high-priority projects. Notably, early in the fourth quarter of 2022, the Company announced that its first hydrogen fuel cell powered container handler, powered by Nuvera® fuel cell engines, began its testing pilot in the Port of Los Angeles.
Operational and Strategic Perspectives - Bolzoni
In the fourth quarter of 2022, Bolzoni expects to return to profitability based on projected sales volume increases over the third quarter due to moderating component shortages and improved manufacturing efficiencies. Benefits are also expected from lower material cost inflation and ongoing strict cost controls. Over the course of 2023, Bolzoni expects component shortages to continue to moderate and increasing prices to help offset higher costs, resulting in increased margins over time and higher operating profit in 2023 versus 2022.
Bolzoni continues to focus on implementing its "One Company - 3 Brands" approach and increasing its Americas business by strengthening its ability to serve key attachment industries and customers in the North America market. Bolzoni is also increasing its sales, marketing and product support capabilities both in North America and Europe based on an industry-specific approach.
Operational and Strategic Perspectives - Nuvera
Nuvera continues to focus on applying its strategy of placing 45kW and 60kW fuel cell engines in niche, heavy-duty vehicle applications with expected significant fuel cell adoption potential. Over the first nine months of 2022, Nuvera has announced several projects with various third parties who are testing, or planning to test, Nuvera® engines in heavy-duty applications, including the Port of Los Angeles and European ports. Nuvera is also developing a new 125kW fuel cell engine for heavier-duty applications.
During the fourth quarter of 2022 and in 2023, Nuvera expects continued focus on ramping up demonstrations, quotes and bookings of these products. The Company expects moderately reduced losses at Nuvera in the fourth quarter of 2022. In 2023, Nuvera expects higher sales with moderately higher costs, resulting in comparable losses to 2022.
Consolidated Outlook
On a consolidated basis, the Company continues to project a modest operating profit and income before tax in the fourth quarter of 2022. However, the Company expects a modest net loss in the fourth quarter due to tax expense on profits in areas where a valuation allowance is not currently provided. In future periods, tax benefits currently offset by valuation allowances are expected to be recognized.
The Company's ongoing efforts to build out its layers of lower-priced, lower-margin backlog in the remainder of 2022 and early 2023 are expected to lead to improving margins and a return to solid operating profit and net income for the 2023 full year. These expectations are based on the Company's continuing ability to manage component shortages at planned production levels and reasonable stabilization of material and freight costs.
The Company is laser-focused on its cash flows, with detailed action plans to improve future results. These actions include tightly managing capital expenditures, operating expenses and production plans to maintain adequate liquidity levels. Capital expenditures are expected to be approximately $35 million for full-year 2022. The Company expects to continue its disciplined approach to cash outflows, including some delays in the timing of certain strategic program investments. These capital expenditures and investments will be made over time to support profitable growth. Working capital continues to be an area of intense focus for the Company. Inventory levels remain above normal levels due to production delays created by parts shortages. Reducing inventory levels in the fourth quarter of 2022 and in the first half of 2023 by focusing on the use of current inventory coupled with limited inventory purchases to build trucks, remains a top priority. As a result of these cash conserving actions, the Company expects solid cash flow before financing activities for the full-year 2022 compared with a significant use of cash in 2021.
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Conference Call
In conjunction with this news release, the management of Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. will host a conference call on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the live call, please register more than 15 minutes in advance at https://www.netroadshow.com/events/login?show=5d333ac1&confId=41878 to obtain the dial-in information and conference call access codes. For those not planning to ask a question of management, the Company recommends listening to the call via the online webcast, which can be accessed through Hyster-Yale's website at https://www.hyster-yale.com/investors. Please allow 15 minutes to register, download and install any necessary audio software required to listen to the webcast. A replay of the conference call will be available shortly after the call ends through November 9, 2022. An archive of the webcast will also be available on the Company's website two hours after the live call ends. Further information regarding strategic initiatives can also be found in the Company's Q3 2022 Investor Deck that will be made available on the Company's website.
Non-GAAP and Other Measures
This release contains non-GAAP financial measures. Included in this release are reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable financial measures calculated in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"). Adjusted EBITDA in this press release is provided solely as supplemental non-GAAP disclosures of operating results. Adjusted EBITDA does not represent operating profit (loss) or net income (loss), as defined by U.S. GAAP, and should not be considered as a substitute for operating profit (loss) or net income (loss). Hyster-Yale defines Adjusted EBITDA as income (loss) before goodwill and fixed asset impairment charges, income taxes and noncontrolling interest income (loss) plus net interest expense and depreciation and amortization expense. Adjusted EBITDA is not a measurement under U.S. GAAP and is not necessarily comparable with similarly titled measures of other companies. Management believes that Adjusted EBITDA assists investors in understanding the results of operations of the Company. In addition, management evaluates results using Adjusted EBITDA.
For purposes of this news release, discussions about net income (loss) refer to net income (loss) attributable to stockholders.
Forward-looking Statements Disclaimer
The statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are made subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those presented. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof. Among the factors that could cause plans, actions and results to differ materially from current expectations are, without limitation: (1) delays in delivery and other supply chain disruptions, or increases in costs as a result of inflation or otherwise, including materials and transportation costs and shortages, the imposition of tariffs, or the renewal of tariff exclusions, on raw materials or sourced products, and labor, or changes in or unavailability of quality suppliers or transporters, including the impacts of the foregoing risks on the Company's liquidity, (2) delays in manufacturing and delivery schedules, (3) customer acceptance of pricing, (4) any preventive or protective actions taken by governmental authorities related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and any unfavorable effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on either the Company's or its suppliers plants' capabilities to produce and ship products, (5) unfavorable effects of geopolitical and legislative developments on global operations, including without limitation the entry into new trade agreements and the imposition of tariffs and/or economic sanctions, as well as armed conflicts, including the Russia/Ukraine conflict, and their regional effects, (6) the ability of Hyster-Yale and its dealers, suppliers and end-users to access credit in the current economic environment, or obtain financing at reasonable rates, or at all, as a result of interest rate volatility and current economic and market conditions, including inflation, (7) reduction in demand for lift trucks, attachments and related aftermarket parts and service on a global basis, including any reduction in demand as a result of an economic recession, (8) exchange rate fluctuations, interest rate volatility and monetary policies and other changes in the regulatory climate in the countries in which the Company operates and/or sells products, (9) impairment charges or charges due to valuation allowances, (10) the effectiveness of the cost reduction programs implemented globally, including the successful implementation of procurement and sourcing initiatives, (11) the successful commercialization of Nuvera's technology, (12) the political and economic uncertainties in the countries where the Company does business, as well as the effects of any withdrawals from such countries, (13) bankruptcy of or loss of major dealers, retail customers or suppliers, (14) customer acceptance of, changes in the costs of, or delays in the development of new products, (15) introduction of new products by, more favorable product pricing offered by or shorter lead times available through competitors, (16) product liability or other litigation, warranty claims or returns of products, (17) changes mandated by federal, state and other regulation, including tax, health, safety or environmental legislation, and (18) the ability to attract, retain, and replace workforce and administrative employees.
About Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.
Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, offers a broad array of solutions to meet the specific materials handling needs of customers' applications. The Company's wholly owned operating subsidiary, Hyster-Yale Group, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments and aftermarket parts marketed globally primarily under the Hyster® and Yale® brand names. Subsidiaries of Hyster-Yale include Bolzoni S.p.A., a leading worldwide producer of attachments, forks and lift tables marketed under the Bolzoni®, Auramo® and Meyer® brand names and Nuvera Fuel Cells, LLC, an alternative-power technology company focused on fuel cell stacks and engines. Hyster-Yale Group also has an unconsolidated joint venture in Japan (Sumitomo NACCO). For more information about Hyster-Yale and its subsidiaries, visit the Company's website at www.hyster-yale.com.
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Earning the Security Trust Principle demonstrates the organization's commitment to data security.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Text Request, the industry-leading business messaging platform, announced today its System and Organization Controls (SOC) Type 2 compliance certification, a designation established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to extend third-party validation of security procedures for organizations that manage sensitive data.
SOC 2 certification is awarded to companies who comply with one or more "trust principles" identified by the program. Text Request focused on the Security principle, which establishes parameters for the protection of data. Gaining this certification demonstrates Text Request's high standard for protecting user account information at all levels.
"Account security is and has always been a critically important component of our work at Text Request," said Rob Reagan, CTO at Text Request. "This certification means that the careful steps we have taken along the way are, in fact, protecting our customers, as well as their own customers with whom they are communicating through our platform."
The certification comes at an opportune time for the company, as it has experienced continued and dramatic year-over-year growth, and was recently named an official business texting replacement for ZipWhip, which was acquired by Twilio and will be shutting down services.
"As an organization, we have always prided ourselves on delivering best-in-class customer service," said Brian Elrod, CEO of Text Request. "Data security is top of mind for business leaders in all industries, and our SOC 2 certification is one more way we are able to show our customers that their concerns are our concerns, and that we're invested in taking the necessary steps to protect them."
For more information, visit textrequest.com.
Text Request is the business texting platform built to ignite customer engagement. We've crafted plug-and-play messaging solutions to your everyday communication problems, so you can cut through the noise and connect with customers anytime, anywhere. See how we help at textrequest.com.
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Twitter users are in a panic after reports suggest the company is in chaos and may not survive. The panic appeared to reach a peak on Thursday as news of mass resignations at Twitter was reported.
Many Twitter users began posting information about how their followers can find them on other platforms. Links were given to Facebook pages, Instagram profiles and TikTok accounts. However, the social media platform Mastodon also appeared to be getting a lot of traction.
The platform has a lot of similarities to Twitter, but there are also some key differences.
Mastodon is a decentralized social network. That means it’s not owned by a single company or billionaire. Rather, it’s made up of a network of servers, each run independently but able to connect so people on different servers can communicate. There are no ads as Mastodon is funded by donations, grants and other means.
Mastodon’s feed is chronological, unlike Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or Twitter, which all use algorithms to get people to spend as much time on a site as possible.
It can be a tad daunting to try to sign up to Mastodon. Because each server is run separately, you will need to first pick one you want to join, then go through the steps to create an account and agree with the server’s rules. There are general and interest- and location-based ones, but in the end it won’t really matter. Once you’re in, the feed is reminiscent of Twitter. You can write (up to 500 characters), post photos or videos, and follow accounts as well as see a general public feed.
“We present a vision of social media that cannot be bought and owned by any billionaire, and strive to create a more resilient global platform without profit incentives,” Mastodon’s website says.
Currently, the site has more than 1 million users, nearly half of whom signed up after Elon Musk took over Twitter on Oct. 27, according to founder Eugen Rochko.
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City of Brookside, former police chief named in new lawsuit
The city of Brookside and a former police chief are named in another lawsuit.
According to the legal complaint filed on Feb. 21, the plaintiff named Anyl Pascal claimed he was pulled over by a Brookside police officer late at night in January 2021 for allegedly speeding.
The legal document states other officers arrived, and Pascal was taken out of the vehicle he was in, handcuffed, and, after a search, he and another person were taken to jail.
Inside the complaint, the lawsuit alleges Pascal was held for a week in jail, denied medication, had blood drawn without his consent and was held in jail without clothing, including allegations of being handcuffed naked to a metal chair.
The document states Pascal was later released on bond on several charges.
The city and former police Chief Mike Jones are named in the lawsuit.
At last check, the city did not respond to our request for comment.
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JERSEY CITY, N.J., June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MEDSIR announced today the positive results of the PHERGain trial. This study is the first to use an adaptive design that tailors treatment in the neoadjuvant/adjuvant setting of patients with HER2-positive early breast cancer. The main objective of this trial was to assess the feasibility of a chemotherapy-free strategy based on a dual HER2 blockade with trastuzumab and pertuzumab through a positron emission tomography (PET)-based, pathologic complete response response(pCR)-adapted strategy.
PHERGain is a randomized, controlled phase 2 clinical trial that involved 356 early-stage HER2-positive breast cancer patients from 45 centers in seven European countries. It was sponsored by MEDSIR, a company dedicated to advancing clinical research in oncology, and led by scientific investigators Dr. Javier Cortés, Dr. Antonio Llombart-Cussac, and Dr. José Pérez. The first primary endpoint was the pCR rate in patients with PET response included in group B, whose positive results were published in 2021 in Lancet Oncology.
The results of the second primary endpoint, 3-year invasive disease-free survival in all patients assigned to group B, have been presented at the 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) congress. Overall, 95.4% of patients who followed this chemotherapy de-escalation strategy using PHERGain's adaptive design remained cancer-free after three years of follow-up from breast cancer surgery. This is especially relevant because around 30% of these patients did not receive chemotherapy without compromising patient's outcome. Among this latter group, 98.9% remained cancer-free after three years of follow-up from breast cancer surgery.
"This study offers a potential future therapeutic option that enables a significant reduction of toxicity and an improvement in quality of life for this patient population without reducing efficacy", explains Dr. Cortés. In addition, the most relevant finding "is that 99% of the subgroup who received anti-HER2 therapy without chemotherapy have not presented a recurrence of the disease after three years of follow-up".
"These results bring us closer to the end of chemotherapy in a significant percentage of patients with this type of tumor," explains Dr. Llombart-Cussac, "It is critical to design more efficient strategy-based clinical trials with adaptive designs to bring effective therapies to patients in the shortest amount of time."
ABOUT MEDSIR
Founded in 2012, MEDSIR works closely with its partners to drive innovation in oncology research. Based in Spain and the United States, the company manages all aspects of clinical trials, from study design to publication, utilizing a global network of experts and integrated technology to streamline the process. The company offers proof-of-concept support and a strategic approach that helps research partners experience the best of both worlds from industry-based clinical research and investigator-driven trials. To promote independent cancer research worldwide, MEDSIR has a strategic alliance with Oncoclínicas, the leading oncology group in Brazil with the greatest research potential in South America. Learn how MEDSIR brings ideas to life: www.medsir.org
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MOSCOW (AP) — Two men fired at soldiers on a Russian military firing range near Ukraine on Saturday, killing 11 and wounding 15 before being slain themselves, the Russian Defense Ministry said.
The ministry said in a statement that the shooting took place in the Belgorod region in southwestern Russia that borders Ukraine. It said two men from an unnamed former Soviet republic fired on volunteer soldiers during target practice and were killed by return fire.
The ministry called the incident a terrorist attack.
The shooting comes amid a hasty mobilization ordered by President Vladimir Putin to beef up Russian forces in Ukraine — a move that triggered protests and caused hundreds of thousands to flee Russia.
Putin said Friday that over 220,000 reservists already had been called up as part of an effort to recruit 300,000. He promised the mobilization would be wrapped up in two weeks.
The mobilization was troubled from the start, with authorities issuing confusing signals about who should be called up for service in a country where almost all men under age 65 are listed as reservists.
Even though the Russian leader declared that only people who had recently served in the military would be subject to the call-up, activists and rights groups reported military conscription offices rounding up people without any army experience — some of whom were also unfit for service for medical reasons.
Some of the freshly called-up reservists posted videos of themselves being forced to sleep on the floor or even outside and given rusty weapons before being sent to the front lines.
Russian media reports said some of those who were mobilized were sent to combat without receiving proper training and were quickly killed.
Authorities have acknowledged the mobilization was often poorly organized and promised to improve the situation.
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The best pickleball shoes
IN THIS ARTICLE:
- Skechers Women’s Viper Court Pro Pickleball Shoes
- Diodora Men’s Trofeo 2 AG Pickleball Shoes
- NikeCourt Women’s Vapor Lite 2 Tennis Shoes
Pickleball has gained popularity in recent years as a more accessible sport than the fast-paced and more challenging tennis. It’s a fun game no matter your skill level, and although it’s straightforward and easier to master than tennis, it can be addicting.
If you can’t get enough pickleball, you need the proper gear. You’ll need a good paddle and several balls, but it’s best to prioritize a reliable pair of shoes. A solid pair of pickleball shoes will provide the comfort and performance you need to succeed on the court.
What to look for in quality pickleball shoes
Above everything else, your pickleball shoes should fit you properly and feel comfortable as you run. That’s why sizing is a crucial consideration. You don’t want shoes that are too tight as they can constrict your feet, but shoes that are too loose can cause you to trip. Consult a sizing chart if you’re unsure what shoe size is best. Also, remember that although you may find a shoe that corresponds with your size, the fit may feel off once you try them on, as some shoes have a more narrow build than others.
Once you know your shoe size, you’ll want to look for shoes with a durable build. However, it’s essential to wear shoes that are also lightweight so you can move around with ease. Cushioning in the midsole is vital as it provides comfort and makes them more responsive as you take strides. A durable rubber outsole is best for traction, so you don’t slip or slide unintentionally on the court. Also, to keep your feet cool, an upper with mesh panels facilitates airflow and helps prevent discomfort when playing for extended periods.
Best pickleball shoes
Skechers Women’s Viper Court Pro Pickleball Shoes
These shoes offer excellent arch support and a relaxed fit for extra room at the tip and forefoot. They’re packed with soft foam cushioning for increased responsiveness, and the removable insole molds to the shape of your foot for reduced shock impact. Also, they’re available in four colors.
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Diodora Men’s Trofeo 2 AG Pickleball Shoes
With an ultra-lightweight design and a breathable mesh upper, these shoes offer an excellent combination of stability and comfort and are a no-brainer for agile pickleball players. They incorporate Double Action technology for superior responsiveness on strides, and the Duratech wear-resistant rubber on the outsole provides increased traction.
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NikeCourt Women’s Vapor Lite 2 Tennis Shoes
Although technically designed for playing tennis, these shoes perform just as well on a pickleball court. The mesh upper helps keep your feet cool, and the molded rubber overlay adds durability. The soft foam near the arch increases responsiveness, while the rigid foam along the outside helps you push off more explosively.
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Fila Men’s Volley Zone Pickleball Shoes
Pickleball enthusiasts will love the design of these shoes as they feature several pickleballs along the back and sides. The mesh upper helps facilitate airflow, and the leather details add an extra degree of durability. The energized foam midsole provides superior comfort and responsiveness, and the outsole offers excellent grip.
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Wilson Men’s Rush Pro 2.5 Pickleball Shoes
You’d be hard-pressed to find a better pair of pickleball shoes for less than $100. These shoes are optimized for elite performance on any court and boast a low-court feel that enhances explosiveness and agility. The inner sock construction provides excellent stability, and arch technology facilitates better torsion control.
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Prince Women’s Prime Position Pickleball Shoes
These are excellent all-around pickleball shoes for all types of players. They have a reinforced mesh upper for increased air ventilation and support and an Ortholite midsole for long-lasting comfort. The outsole has a herringbone pattern for superior grip, and the midfoot lockdown lacing system provides a secure feel.
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K-Swiss Men’s Express Light Pickleball Shoes
These lightweight shoes have a comfortable Ortholite sock liner and are perfect for beginners. They allow for quick, agile movements and have a heel grip lining that helps prevent the heel from slipping. They offer excellent midfoot stability, and the outsole has an abrasion-resistant zone to withstand wear and tear.
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Fila Men’s Double Bounce 3 Pickleball Shoes
These shoes have a synthetic and textile upper with mesh panels for improved airflow and a midfoot shank for extra durability. The toe caps add stability, and the energized foam midsole facilitates smoother movements and reduces shock impact on each stride. Plus, the high-abrasion rubber outsole is built to last and offers excellent grip.
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Wilson Women’s Rush Pro Ace Pickleball Shoes
These pickleball shoes have a durable exterior and a wear-resistant construction built to last. The 0.35-inch toe drop offers an excellent balance of comfort and performance, and the rubber overlay near the upper adds extra durability. They’re suitable for players with wide feet and provide superior stability during pivot movements.
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Asics Women’s Gel-Renma Pickleball Shoes
If you’re looking for comfortable pickleball shoes, Asics is a top brand. They have synthetic leather overlays for durability, and Forefoot Gel technology helps reduce shock impact. The grooves in the outsole provide improved flexibility during agile movements, and the white with blue color gives them a clean look.
Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Fitville Men’s Pickleball Shoes
If you have wide feet or suffer from plantar fasciitis, these pickleball shoes are a must-buy. They offer excellent arch support and feature anti-odor technology. The anti-torsion rubber outsole effectively helps absorb shock impact, and the honeycomb insole provides extra cushioning for long-lasting comfort.
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SAN ANTONIO, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Allcat Claims Service ("Allcat") is pleased to announce the appointment of Ramon Lopez as Chief Operating Officer effective July 18, 2022. Mr. Lopez joins Allcat Claims following 18 years of service to USAA where he most recently served as their Interim Chief Claims Officer. Prior to this appointment, he was the Head of Auto claims, leading a team of 4,500 employees who were externally recognized for demonstrating superior service and producing best in class digital claims experiences.
Mr. Lopez was instrumental in helping architect the claims strategy at USAA and demonstrated a talent for bringing large scale technology and innovative solutions to market leveraging internal and external partnerships.
During Mr. Lopez's tenure at USAA, he was instrumental in the development of blockchain insurance solutions, virtual estimating capabilities for auto and property, and finally, the execution of a large scale, cloud-based claims technology solution.
He has a deep understanding of the auto and property insurance business and will begin developing large scale claims as a service capability for the Allcat claims organization.
During his tenure at USAA, Mr. Lopez held roles including Vice-President of Innovation, Vice-President of Auto Physical Damage and Innovation, Assistant Vice-President, Executive Director, and Claims Director. He is well known in the industry and a frequent speaker at conferences and events discussing topics of innovation, culture, strategy, and operations. Mr. Lopez holds an MBA from the University of Texas at San Antonio and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Texas State University.
As the new COO of Allcat, Mr. Lopez will utilize his decades of insurance, technology, innovation, and claims experience to lead the claims teams in providing world class service across multiple lines of insurance.
Mr. Lopez's appointment demonstrates Allcat's ongoing commitment to claims adjusting excellence and the significant growth the company has experienced over the past few years. For more information on Allcat, please visit www.allcatclaims.com.
Allcat Claims Service was formed in 2000 by a group of independent adjusters who believed there was a place in the claims industry for a fresh approach. The ownership believed the new ideas and experience each brought to the new company would provide unparalleled service to its clients. Allcat Claims Service places a premium on quality control, quality adjusters, and staying ahead of the technology changes. Most importantly, we pride ourselves on handling claims professionally and ethically. Allcat Claims Service can handle all insurance claims needs providing solutions for personal and commercial lines field inspections as well as end-to-end desk services for property, auto, flood and large loss claims. Our commitment to "Raising the Bar" has allowed us to grow our client and adjuster relationships over the years into something special.
Trive Capital is a Dallas, Texas based private equity firm with more than $4 billion of regulatory assets under management. Trive focuses on investing equity and debt in what it sees as strategically viable middle-market companies with the potential for transformational upside through operational improvement. We seek to maximize returns through a hands-on partnership that calls for identifying and implementing value creation ideas.
Valedor is a Houston-based private investment firm with additional offices in Burlingame, CA and Washington, D.C. Since 2020, Valedor has invested approximately $100 million on a deal-by-deal basis across venture and private equity opportunities. Valedor uses its principals' diverse skill sets and decades of experience as founders, investors, and C-level executives in the pursuit of long-term value for its limited partners.
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The Giants’ incredible healing running back was in good spirits Thursday.
Saquon Barkley was feeling so upbeat at his locker, he was demonstrating the jukes and cuts he had put on teammates in this week’s practices.
“I had like my best practice [of the season on Wednesday], to be completely honest,” Barkley said. “I was out there like dah-dah dah, dah dah.”
He shifted his shoulders and head back and forth, rapid fire, to simulate leaving a defender in the dust.
“I feel pretty good,” he said with a glint in his eye.
This is everything the Giants (7-5-1) need to hear approaching Sunday night’s pivotal game against the Washington Commanders (7-5-1) seeking their first NFC East victory this season.
They can’t win if they can’t run the ball, especially against a Commanders team that leads the NFL in average time of possession (32.59). They won’t win if Barkley doesn’t pick it up.
He has only 357 rushing yards on 108 carries for a 3.3 yards per carry averaging in the Giants’ last six games. They are 1-4-1 in that stretch. So it’s important to hear he’s healthy, and it’s refreshing to hear Barkley’s honest criticism of his own recent play.
“I feel like I’ve been lacking the last couple of weeks [in] being the guy and making explosive plays, especially when it matters most,” Barkley said. “I haven’t had a big run in a long time. The last couple of weeks, the run game has been — I don’t want to say non-existent. But they’ve been doing a really good job of stopping the run game or stopping me… If I can get going, it’s going to help the team and it’s going to help put us in a position to win.”
It’s admittedly a bit remarkable how Barkley has gone from questionable with a neck injury and getting MRIs, to playing 20 snaps in last Sunday’s blowout loss to the Eagles, to being fully healthy in a matter of a week.
Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka added to the mystery Thursday by saying he had never thought of Barkley as limited during Sunday’s loss to Philly, even though Barkley had played sparingly before being shut down in the third quarter of a blowout.
“I never thought of it that way,” Kafka said of any limitations. “Saquon came ready to play and we played him as we saw fit.”
This came after Brian Daboll had been reluctant to admit Barkley’s injury had even occurred in practice last week.
Kafka’s characterization appeared to back up Barkley’s postgame assertion that “the reason why I didn’t play as much was not because of my neck.” So that begs the question: what was the reason?
Well, having Barkley healthy for the Giants’ biggest game of the season doesn’t hurt, with the winner likely playoff bound and the loser nearly cooked.
“Coming into work, the energy’s high,” Barkley said. “I’m really excited for the opportunity.”
The Giants are excited to have their best player available with no restrictions — whether it’s due to an injury or some other outside factor — for their biggest game of 2022.
SMITH SUFFERS SETBACK
The Giants placed OLB Elerson Smith (Achilles) on injured reserve just four days after he blocked an Eagles punt to set up the Giants’ first touchdown. The second-year edge rusher won the Giants’ internal offseason workout competition, a series of metrics to measure players’ spring gains, but missed the season’s first seven games with a lower right leg injury suffered in training camp. In five games, Smith assisted on one tackle on defense, made two special teams stops and blocked Sunday’s Arryn Siposs punt … The Giants signed undrafted rookie DT Ryder Anderson off their practice squad after recording his first NFL sack last week, and the team inked former Packers DT Jack Heflin to the practice squad … Players had to record their Sunday Night Football introductions for NBC on Thursday after practice. The Giants weren’t guaranteed to play on NBC this season until the NFL recently finalized that they would play this Sunday and not during NFL Network’s Saturday triple-header.
GIANTS INJURY REPORT
Did not participate: CB Adoree Jackson (knee), CB Nick McCloud (illness), OLB Smith (Achilles), OL Josh Ezeudu (neck), OL Shane Lemieux (toe). Limited: DT Leonard Williams (neck), TE Daniel Bellinger (rib), OLB Jihad Ward (concussion), WR Richie James (concussion). Full: LB Micah McFadden (neck/ankle).
COMMANDERS INJURY REPORT
Did not participate: OL Saahdiq Charles (concussion). Limited: RB Antonio Gibson (foot), OL Andrew Norwell (shoulder), RB Brian Robinson Jr. (quad), WR Cam Sims (back), CB Benjamin St. Juste (ankle), DE Chase Young (knee). Full: OT Sam Cosmi (ankle), LB Jamin Davis (thumb), DE Montez Sweat (concussion), OL Trai Turner (knee), WR Dax Milne (foot), DE James Smith-Williams (concussion).
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(NewsNation) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week ticked down amid recession fears.
The latest report released by the Labor Department on Thursday showed jobless claims decreased by 2,000 to 250,000. The four-week average of claims, which levels out week-to-week volatility, decreased by 2.750 to 246,760.
This comes as America’s employers added 528,000 jobs in July and the unemployment rate edged lower to 3.5%, lower than the past four jobs reports and the lowest level since the pandemic erupted two years ago.
Inflation continues to pose a severe hardship for many families. Though gasoline prices have fallen from their heights, food, rent, used cars and other necessities have become far more expensive, beyond whatever wage increases most workers have notched.
Despite a still-robust job market, the U.S. economy shrank in the first half of 2022, raising fears of a potential recession. Growth has been weakening largely as a consequence of the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate hikes, which are intended to cool the economy and tame high inflation.
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Where do the Heat go after losing the Finals?
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In Kurt’s Korner, Kurt Helin and Corey Robinson break down how the Miami Heat move forward after losing the NBA Finals, and how difficult it will be for them to keep their current team -- and whether they should.
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HOUSTON, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NexTier Oilfield Solutions Inc. (the "Company") announced that Robert W. Drummond, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present at the J.P. Morgan Energy, Power & Renewables Conference on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at 1:10 p.m. ET. Joining Mr. Drummond will be Patterson-UTI President and Chief Executive Officer Andy Hendricks. During the fireside chat, Mr. Drummond and Mr. Hendricks will discuss the recently announced plan to combine NexTier and Patterson-UTI in a merger of equals transaction.
This fireside chat will be accessible via webcast on the IR Event Calendar page in the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at www.nextierofs.com or by using on the following link:
A replay will be archived on the Company's website shortly following the presentation.
About NexTier Oilfield Solutions
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, NexTier is an industry-leading U.S. land oilfield service company, with a diverse set of well completion and production services across active and demanding basins. Our integrated solutions approach delivers efficiency today, and our ongoing commitment to innovation helps our customers better address what is coming next. NexTier is differentiated through four points of distinction, including safety performance, efficiency, partnership and innovation. At NexTier, we believe in living our core values from the basin to the boardroom, and helping customers win by safely unlocking affordable, reliable and plentiful sources of energy.
About Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.
Patterson-UTI is a leading provider of oilfield services and products to oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States and other select countries, including contract drilling, pressure pumping and directional drilling services. For more information, visit www.patenergy.com.
Investor Contact:
Kenneth Pucheu
Executive Vice President - Chief Financial Officer
Michael Sabella
Vice President - Investor Relations and Business Development
michael.sabella@nextierofs.com
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SAN DIEGO, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As of late, the Cannabis Industry Continues to fluctuate as cannabis business evaluations continue to rapidly take a downturn. The hardships of 2022 have consistently forced industry operators to close operations and take their businesses to the open market. Green Life Business, the industry leader for Mergers & Acquisitions has consistently seen an influx of operators looking to sell their cannabis business. As distressed cannabis businesses continue to hit the market, many of these businesses make their way into the hands of Court Ordered Receiverships.
Rather than raising red flags for operators and Multi-State Operators (MSO'S), Court Ordered Receivership opportunities have proven to be the perfect opportunity for a large scale operator or MSO to move in and acquire these distressed businesses. Cannabis Businesses represented by a Court Ordered Receivership have the Judge's Stamp of approval relieving the business from any prior Liens or Debts for the next owner. This is a great opportunity for a company to take advantage of a clean canvas opportunity that offers upside and a much lower point of entry. One example is a Large Scale Cannabis Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distribution Business located in one of the Mecca's of the California cannabis industry, Humboldt CA. This business has the capability of becoming fully vertically integrated with options to purchase the Real Estate. The uncertainty of the 2022 market has inclined operators to not only acquire a business but to also acquire the Real Estate on a project as it gives operators more leverage and security by not only owning the business but the Real Estate as well.
Although the year 2022 has been considered to be a roller coaster year for not only the cannabis industry but many other industries, 2023 has kicked off with a positive increase in movement throughout the industry. The cannabis industry which has proven to withstand recessions and pandemics will continue to have a steady growth as the United States nears Federal Legalization. Receivership opportunities continue to attract acquisition groups as a down market opens the doors for strategic acquisitions and fire sale prices throughout the Industry create a Buyers market.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — With Congress deadlocked over how to address racism and excessive use of force, President Joe Biden plans to sign an executive order on policing Wednesday, the second anniversary of George Floyd’s death.
The decision reflects Biden’s struggle to use the limited powers of his office to advance his campaign promises, as well as his attempt to strike a balance between police and civil rights groups at a time when rising concerns about crime are eclipsing calls for reform.
Most of the order is focused on federal law enforcement agencies — for example, requiring them to review and revise policies on use of force. It would also create a database to help track officer misconduct, according to the White House.
Although the administration cannot require local police departments to participate in the database, which is intended to prevent problem officers from hopping from job to job, officials are looking for ways to use federal funding to encourage their cooperation.
In addition, the order would restrict the flow of surplus military equipment to local police.
The public announcement is scheduled for the first day after Biden’s return from his first trip to Asia as president.
Rev. Al Sharpton described Biden’s order as “an important step” that showed the president “took the initiative” when Congress failed to act, but he said activists would “never give up” on pushing for legislation.
“George Floyd woke us up, and we should not go back to sleep,” Sharpton said in a statement.
Biden is expected to appear alongside relatives of Floyd, whose killing by Minneapolis police sparked nationwide protests two years ago.
It was the largest series of demonstrations in American history, occurring in the midst of coronavirus lockdowns and President Donald Trump’s divisive reelection campaign.
However, transforming the initial outcry into political change has proven difficult.
When four officers were convicted last year for killing Floyd, Biden urged Congress to pass legislation to reform police by the anniversary of his death.
The guilty verdict was “not enough,” he said, and “we can’t stop here.”
However, no legislation was passed, and bipartisan talks dragged on, and later broke down.
The White House eventually decided to move forward with executive actions rather than wait for Congress.
In September, the Justice Department curtailed federal agents’ use of no-knock warrants — which allow law enforcement agents to enter a home without announcing their presence — and updated its policy to prohibit agents from using chokeholds in most circumstances.
But extending such rules to local police is more challenging, and White House officials have spent months in negotiations with civil rights groups and police organizations.
The resulting set of policies is less extensive than originally sought, not to mention delayed by a year.
“We know full well that an executive order cannot address America’s policing crisis the same way Congress has the ability to, but we’ve got to do everything we can,” said a statement from NAACP President Derrick Johnson.
The order goes beyond issues involving misconduct and use of force. It would also assess the impact of facial recognition software on civil liberties, look for ways to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in federal correctional facilities and suggest better ways to collect data on police practices.
The research could eventually lay the groundwork for more changes within American law enforcement in the future.
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Paris Saint-Germain have signed midfielder Fabian Ruiz from Napoli.
Fabian has agreed a five-year deal with the Ligue 1 champions, becoming their fifth new recruit in the transfer window following the arrivals of Vitinha, Renato Sanches, Nordi Mukiele and Hugo Ekitike.
The Spain international has ended a four-season stay at Napoli, where he lifted the 2019-20 Coppa Italia, as he moves to the French capital for a reported initial €21.5million fee.
Fabian said: "I'm very happy to sign for Paris Saint-Germain. It's a joy for me to start this new stage of my career in this country.
"And I'm proud to come to one of the best clubs in Europe with the best players in the world. It's a truly exciting challenge."
The 26-year-old scored seven goals and provided four assists as Napoli finished third in Serie A last season, completing more passes (1,966) than any other Partenopei player in the competition.
Since he joined Napoli in 2018, only Dries Mertens and Ruslan Malinovskyi (both 15) have scored more goals from outside the penalty area in Serie A than Fabian (13).
His arrival to bolster the PSG midfield, along with Portugal duo Sanches and Vitinha, comes after Christophe Galtier allowed Georginio Wijnaldum to join Roma.
Fabian's exit represents another blow for Napoli after the departures of key trio Mertens, Lorenzo Insigne and Kalidou Koulibaly.
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The global collective of Gen Z VCs, founders, angel investors, startup enthusiasts, and aspiring VCs will convene in Chicago for their national event on October 7, 2022
CHICAGO, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and World Business Chicago, the city's economic development agency, join national organization Gen Z VCs to announce its national event, Gen Z VCs Future-of-Chicago Summit 2022, will occur in Chicago on October 7.
"I'm thrilled to welcome the global Gen Z VCs community to our great city," said Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot. "These young and talented individuals prove that finding success in the VC space is possible at any age and are doing a great job to create community within the industry. I'm excited for them to see our growing herd of local unicorns, connect with our diverse founders' community and truly experience why Chicago is known around the world as a startup powerhouse."
Gen Z VCs is a collective of 17,000+ young venture capitalists (VCs), angel investors, founders, startup enthusiasts, and aspiring VCs. The global organization strives to make venture capital (VC) more transparent and welcoming for the next generation of investors through several initiatives. They serve as the central place where young people in venture capital can collaborate, connect Gen Z founders with like-minded young investors, and elevate the Gen Z perspective and voices.
"This community has grown from a Slack group when I launched my career in VC into a much larger movement around empowering the next generation. We quickly grew from a group of 30 friends to 17,000+ people globally, and we're excited to begin our national roadshow," said Meagan Loyst, Founder of Gen Z VCs. "Chicago has proven to be one of the most diverse, dynamic startup communities in the world, and it's the perfect host city for our upcoming national event for founders, innovators, and investors."
Gen Z VCs Future-of-Chicago Summit 2022 is presented by World Business Chicago, the city's private-public economic development agency, supported by a council of 200+ local leaders. World Business Chicago's programs drive inclusive growth and opportunity throughout the city's tech, innovation, and startup ecosystem, including through flagship programs, Chicago Venture Summit series, Startup Chicago, ThinkChicago, and Venture Engine with the Illinois Science and Technology Coalition.
"We had the good fortune to meet Meagan Loyst, founder, Gen Z VCs, when World Business Chicago hosted a business roundtable in New York City. Since our first meeting we have developed a wonderful rapport with the organization, which includes today's news that it will host its national road show in Chicago," said Michael Fassnacht, President & CEO of World Business Chicago, and Chief Marketing Officer for the City of Chicago. "Gen Z VCs represent the bright future of the global venture capital ecosystem, and we're excited to showcase Chicago to their founders, innovators, and investors."
Gen Z VCs Future-of-Chicago Summit will occur on Friday, October 7, 2022; following 1871's Supply Chain Innovation Lab Summit with Accenture (October 5) and World Business Chicago's Chicago Venture Summit Future-of-Logistics (October 6).
"Their evolution from a Slack community into a growing collective of initiatives built by the community, for the community, is incredibly inspiring," said Mark Tebbe, Chair of World Business Chicago's Innovation & Venture Council. "Gen Z VCs will feel right at home with the Chicago startup community, and World Business Chicago is so proud to host their national event this October."
The October 7 summit will include a full-day of programming, which will feature keynote speakers, fireside chat, panels, and a startup showcase to connect local talent with innovative companies.
"Especially during the height of the pandemic, Gen Z VCs served as a powerful platform for young founders, investors, and technologists to build community," said Landon Campbell, Chicago General Manager for Drive Capital. "And the Chicago startup and VC community couldn't be more excited to help this global collective continue to build and grow right here in America's heartland."
"GenZ VCs is the community I wish existed when I was just starting out in my career," said Haley Kwait Zollo, Partner for Chicago-based Starting Line VC. "I think Chicago is positioned to be a leading startup ecosystem and I'm bullish on what the future has in store with this next generation at the helm. We're excited to welcome the Gen Z VCs community and can't wait to share in this ultimate Chicago experience."
To learn more about Gen Z VCs Future-of-Chicago Summit, visit https://tinyurl.com/genzchicago
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(CNN) — Illinois became the first state in the nation to prohibit book bans Monday, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced, as states across the country continue to challenge and axe literature from public schools and libraries.
Pritzker signed a bill into law on Monday to prohibit public schools and libraries from banning books, saying it’s the only one of its kind in the country.
“Book bans are about censorship, marginalizing people, marginalizing ideas and facts. Regimes banned books, not democracies,” Pritzker, a Democrat, said at a bill signing ceremony at a Chicago library. “We refuse to let a vitriolic strain of White nationalism coursing through our country determine whose histories are told, not in Illinois.”
The measure, which takes effect January 1, says public libraries must adopt the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights or their own statement prohibiting book banning to be eligible for state money.
The association’s Library Bill of Rights states that reading materials “should not be proscribed or removed because of partisan or doctrinal disapproval” or “excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation.”
The signing comes amid record book challenges, laws and policies to limit books available in public schools and libraries.
In March, the library association said there were 1,269 demands to censor library books and resources in 2022, marking the highest number of attempted book bans since the association began compiling the data more than 20 years ago.
“A record 2,571 unique titles were targeted for censorship,” the association said, noting that of those books, “the vast majority were written by or about members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of color.”
An April report from free speech organization PEN America found book bans rose during the first half of the 2022-2023 school year. Almost a third of the bans were the result of newly enacted state laws, according to the report, which found bans were most prevalent in five states: Texas, Florida, Missouri, Utah and South Carolina.
Pritzker and nine other governors sent a letter last month to textbook publishers urging them consider the negative impacts of book banning, according to a copy of the letter shared with CNN.
Last week, President Joe Biden announced he plans to appoint a new federal coordinator to address the increase in book bans.
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, who led support for the new state law, on Monday recognized the librarians who advocated for it.
“The concept of banning books contradicts the very essence of what our country stands for. It also defies what education is all about: teaching our children to think for themselves,” Giannoulias said.
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SAN DIEGO, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of San Diego's Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies is hosting the Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge Finals on Saturday, June 18, 2022. The Fowler GSIC is an opportunity for student social entrepreneurs to build an international network while competing for seed funding. The top 8 out of more than 40 teams from universities around the world will deliver a 90-second pitch of their innovative sustainable business solutions to global issues for a chance to earn a portion of more than $75,000 in seed funding. All student ventures will address at least one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Two teams from USD are competing in the event:
- Tabitha Nakholi founded the Wezesha Binti Foundation, which aims to address period poverty for girls and women in Kenya. Nakholi's solution is to create a menstrual care kit containing feminine products made by Kenyan women for Kenyan women.
- Steffek Rainey created Envi Bottle, which aims to tackle plastic pollution in our oceans. Rainey designed an insulated water bottle with a compartment to store foldable stainless-steel utensils, a reusable straw and nylon bag.
"The mission of the Kroc School is to equip and empower students to go on to solve the world's most pressing challenges," said Patricia Márquez, PhD, Dean of the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies. "The Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge plays a key role in accomplishing our mission because students can combine their passion and knowledge to propose concrete and innovative projects. In the process they gain mentorship, seed funds, and friends from all over the world. We are proud to have supported more than 2,500 student innovators with this initiative. We invite everyone to join us in this year's global finals. It will be very impactful to have so many innovators back on campus; several of them coming from places that have experienced conflict and great hardship."
The Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge is organized in partnership between the University of San Diego and The University of St. Thomas. The Fowler GSIC started in 2011 with only USD students and expanded into a global pitch contest in 2018. Since 2011, the challenge has connected more than 2,500 students from more than 25 countries. To date, more than $500,000 has been distributed to seed the most innovative global ventures.
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MISSION, Texas (KVEO) — A woman accused of trying to smuggle two undocumented immigrants into the United States tried to flirt her way out of an arrest, and was captured on a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper’s body camera.
The video of her arrest was posted on Twitter by DPS Lt. Christopher Olivarez.
On Wednesday, April 12, troopers stopped a gold Chevrolet Malibu in Jim Hogg County. After speaking with the driver, Lidia Elizabeth Badillo, a Mexican national living in Edinburg, troopers suspected she was smuggling two women.
Badillo is seen on the trooper’s body cam footage saying that she and her two friends, who she claims she met four months ago at “Club Fuego,” were going to go get drinks at a bar.
When asked if the driver’s licenses presented were legitimate, Badillo told the trooper that she did not know.
Moments later, as the trooper states he is going to run the driver’s licenses through the system, Badillo attempts to distract him with flattery.
“I’m looking at your eyes sir,” Badillo said to the trooper. “I’m looking at your eyes because you’re pretty handsome.”
DPS said Badillo later admitted to troopers that she picked up the women at a stash house in Mission and was attempting to drive them through the Falfurrias Border Patrol Checkpoint.
DPS said both passengers in the Chevrolet Malibu were migrants from El Salvador and in the country illegally. The migrants gave fake Texas driver’s licenses to the trooper in hopes of making it through the checkpoint, according to DPS.
Badillo is charged with human smuggling.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Regulators seized troubled First Republic Bank early Monday, making it the second-largest bank failure in U.S. history, and promptly sold all of its deposits and most of its assets to JPMorgan Chase in a bid to end the turmoil that has raised questions about the health of the U.S. banking system.
It’s the third midsize bank to fail in less than two months. The only larger bank failure in U.S. history was Washington Mutual, which collapsed at the height of the 2008 financial crisis and was also taken over by JPMorgan in a similar government-orchestrated deal.
“Our government invited us and others to step up, and we did,” said Jamie Dimon, chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase.
First Republic’s 84 branches opened on Monday as branches of JPMorgan Chase, which acquired the bank’s $92 billion in deposits and $203 billion in loans and other securities. The bank’s shareholders are likely to be wiped out as part of the deal.
Dimon said in a conference call with both reporters and investors that he believed “this part of this (banking) crisis is over.” Other midsize banks reported their results last week and the vast majority of them showed deposits had stabilized and profits remained relatively healthy. The outlier was First Republic.
Before this year, First Republic was the envy of the banking industry. Its well-appointed branches served warm cookies to its clients — who were almost exclusively the rich and powerful. Its bankers lured in wealthy clients with low-cost mortgages and attractive savings rates in order to sell them on higher profit businesses like wealth management and brokerage accounts. In return, the wealthy rarely defaulted on their loans and parked substantial sums of money in the bank that could be lent elsewhere.
But that business model of catering to the rich became a liability with the collapses of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. These banks had large amount of uninsured deposits — that is, deposits above the $250,000 limit set by the FDIC. As was the case with Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, First Republic clients with large accounts were quick to pull their money at the first sign of trouble.
“Too many (First Republic) customers showed their true loyalties were to their own fears,” wrote Timothy Coffey, an analyst with Janney Montgomery Scott, in a note to investors.
A coalition of a dozen banks pulled together a $30 billion funding package for First Republic last month that, for awhile, seemed to stanch the bleeding of deposits. But it became increasingly clear that First Republic was on borrowed time: it needed to find a buyer, or find new forms of funding to replace the deposits that had left the bank.
First Republic planned to sell off unprofitable assets, including low interest mortgages that it provided to wealthy clients. It also announced plans to lay off up to a quarter of its workforce, which totaled about 7,200 employees in late 2022. But it was seen as too little, too late, by analysts. The bank seemed to be on the brink of failure for weeks.
The $30 billion package “bought time when time was needed” for First Republic, said Jeremy Barnum, JPMorgan’s chief financial officer, in a call with reporters.
Last Monday, First Republic reported its first-quarter results and stunned analysts and investors when it revealed that $100 billion in deposits had flowed out of the bank, most in mid-March immediately after the failure of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. Its executives took no questions from analysts on an earning conference call. First Republic’s stock plunged more than 50% the day after the report.
By mid last week, it became clear government intervention in First Republic was necessary. Treasury officials asked banks to submit bids for First Republic, and bankers and regulators worked through the weekend to find a way forward.
Once again JPMorgan Chase, the nation’s biggest bank with a reputation as a dealmaker during times of crisis, became the government’s go-to bank. Treasury officials had enlisted JPMorgan last month to lead the $30 billion rescue package. Back in 2008, Dimon was the go-to banker for Washington to find private solutions for that banking crisis and JPMorgan acquired both Bear Stearns and Washington Mutual.
The Federal Reserve and FDIC, which regulate the banking industry along with the Office of Comptroller of the Currency, could face renewed criticism over their handling of First Republic. Both acknowledged Friday in separate reports that lax supervision had contributed to the failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank.
“These banks were allowed to get too big too quickly when interest rates were low,” Coffey said in an interview.
There could also now be questions about the size of JPMorgan Chase, which has more than $3 trillion in assets and is by far the biggest of the “too big to fail” institutions around the world.
Regulators “permitted the country’s biggest bank to get even bigger. We expect this will be a Democratic focus for months,” said Jaret Seiberg, banking analyst at TD Cowen.
JPMorgan is so big that by law it would not be allowed to buy First Republic because no one bank can have more than a 10% market share of deposits in the U.S. It is only because First Republic failed that JPMorgan was able to step in.
In a statement, JPMorgan portrayed the First Republic deal as beneficial both to the financial system and the company. As part of the agreement, the FDIC will share losses with JPMorgan on First Republic’s loans. The FDIC expects First Republic’s failure to cost the insurance fund roughly $13 billion, which is funded by bank assessments, not by taxpayers.
JPMorgan expects the addition of First Republic to add $500 million to its net income per year, although it expects to incur $2 billion in costs integrating First Republic into its operations over the next 18 months.
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Associated Press Staff Writer Matt O’Brien in Providence, Rhode Island, and AP Economics Writer Christopher Rugaber in Washington contributed to this report.
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YUCAIPA, Calif. — A woman who disappeared when a downpour in a recently burned area unleashed mudslides that tore through her Southern California mountain community was found dead under mud, rocks and other debris, authorities said Friday.
Thunderstorms late Monday triggered the mudslides carrying rocks, trees and earth that washed away cars, buried homes and affected 3,000 residents in two remote communities in the San Bernardino Mountains.
First responders, including K-9 units, searched for Doris Jagiello, 62, amid the devastation in Forest Falls, a former summer getaway for cabin owners that has become a bedroom community. A large debris flow, full of mud and "extremely large boulders," hurtled downhill and crashed into Jagiello's home, causing significant damage "and carrying away everything in its path."
Jagiello's body was found Thursday, buried under several feet (meters) of mud. Her remains were located about 20 to 30 feet (six to nine meters) from her home, in a debris-strewn area with rocks ranging from as big as basketballs and boulders to the size of small cars, sheriff's Lt. Jeff Allison said.
"While this was not the desired outcome, the Sheriff's Department hopes finding Jagiello will bring some measure of closure to Jagiello's family and aid in their healing process," the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said in a statement Friday.
One of her dogs was found alive inside her house but two others remain missing, Allison said.
The woman's family did not immediately respond to phone calls or text messages seeking comment.
The severity of the mudslide in Oak Glen and Forest Falls served as a powerful warning to residents about the destruction that can be wreaked months or even years after wildfires have been put out and the smoke clears.
An intense amount of rain over even a short period of time have catastrophic effects on hillsides where fire has stripped away vegetation that once held the ground intact. On Monday, nearly 2 inches (5 centimeters) of rain fell atop nearby Yucaipa Ridge.
Mudslides had been a concern in areas of the San Bernardino Mountains that were burned by the deadly El Dorado Fire, which was sparked two years ago when a couple used a smoke device to reveal their baby's gender. The couple was charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of a firefighter.
In January 2018, mudslides thundered down a steep mountainside that had burned a month earlier. The slides killed more than 20 people in the tony beachside town of Montecito near Santa Barbara. The worst of the rain fell in a 15-minute span with Montecito getting little more than a half-inch (1.25 centimeters) in five minutes.
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The year's biggest night in fashion, the Met Gala, returns to its usual berth on the social calendar this year after pandemic upheaval. And if it feels like one of those what, already moments, it is.
It's been just under eight months since the last gala, an annual fundraiser that raises eight-figure sums for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute. Pre-pandemic, about 600 A-listers from fashion, sports, music, film, TV, technology and beyond were invited. This year and last, the numbers were closer to 400. The 2020 gala was canceled.
More than $16.4 million was raised last year. The starry event is the institute's primary budget feeder.
This year's gala coincides with the opening of the second part of a two-part exhibit at the Costume Institute focused on American fashion and style. The evening's dress code is gilded glamour and white tie, a la the Gilded Age, that tumultuous period between the Civil War and the turn of the 20th century known for its robber barons, drama and grandeur.
This year's walk up the Grand Staircase at the Met returns the gala to its legendary berth on the first Monday in May, with the official livestream appearing on Vogue's website.
Vogue's Anna Wintour has run the gala since 1995. She continues as one of the night's honorary co-chairs, along with designer Tom Ford and Instagram's Adam Mosseri. The official co-chairs for 2022 are Regina King, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
The cost for a seat at last year's Met Gala started at $35,000, though some attend for free. Celebrities are sometimes accompanied (and their tabs paid) by the designers who dress them or other companies that invite them. A focus on inclusivity in fashion this year may celebrate and include more unsung designer heroes than usual.
The event is the invention of the late Eleanor Lambert, a fashion publicist as powerful as Wintour in her day. In 1948, she needed to come up with a way to pay for the newly formed Costume Institute, the only department at the Met that must raise its own funds.
While many on Wintour's carefully tended guest list follow the dress code, others go their own way. Interpretation is everything. Think Rihanna in a papal hat, Billy Porter as a sun god carried on a litter by shirtless men and Lady Gaga peeling off layers as the fashion world came to a standstill to watch.
The gala also serves as a twisted time capsule of love gone wrong for celebrity couples who didn't make it. Kim Kardashian and Ye, the former Kanye West, first attended in 2013. Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes went in 2008. Jennifer Lopez attended with Marc Anthony in 2011, then with Alex Rodriguez in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Ben Affleck joined her inside last year after she walked alone.
Charlize Theron and Sean Penn were among the "it" couples invited in 2014. Selena Gomez and The Weeknd showed up together in 2017.
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President Biden's COVID-19 symptoms now include a sore throat and body aches, in addition to a runny nose and loose cough, according to a letter from his physician released on Saturday.
Still, Dr. Kevin O'Connor says his primary symptoms are "less troublesome" after a second full day of Paxlovid treatment.
"His pulse, blood pressure, respiratory rate and temperature remain entirely normal," O'Connor writes.
He adds that Biden is "experiencing no shortness of breath at all."
O'Connor says preliminary sequencing shows the president was most likely infected with the BA.5 subvariant of omicron. Now the most prevalent coronavirus strain in the United States, BA.5 is four times more resistant to vaccines, according to a new study.
The White House is providing daily written updates from O'Connor on the president's condition while he remains ill.
The president will remain in isolation at the White House through Tuesday. If he tests negative at that point, he could resume normal activities on Wednesday, according to the course of precautions the White House says he's taking.
Biden appeared virtually on Friday at a briefing on gas prices with his economic team. His voice was scratchy, but he insisted that he felt better than he sounded. O'Connor noted on Saturday that Biden's voice sounds deep.
The White House announced on Thursday that Biden had tested positive for COVID.
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Denton's environmentally friendly future that was to be fueled in part by cryptocurrency seems to be growing dimmer with Core Scientific’s recent filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission about defaulting on creditors and a stock price that has dropped another 10 cents since the Denton Record-Chronicle’s Oct. 27 report.
The recent stock prices of Core Scientific, Denton's resident cryptocurrency miner, dropped to a new 52-week low at under 13 cents as of Tuesday morning, Market Watch reported.
“In the event of a bankruptcy proceeding or insolvency, or restructuring of our capital structure, holders of the Company’s common stock could suffer a total loss of their investment,” Core Scientific reported in an October SEC filing.
Bankruptcy is a move that could cost Denton Municipal Electric customers a higher rate, on top of the 13% rate increase being planned in 2024 and 2026, the Record-Chronicle reported.
Core Scientific was not available for comment Tuesday morning.
DME General Manager Antonio Puente claimed Core Scientific’s stock price had actually fallen to under 12 cents on Monday and currently, the price seems to be fluctuating. Market Watch shows the price currently at 13 cents as of Tuesday afternoon.
It’s a stock price that has been trending downward since the summer.
“We continue to monitor Core’s activity in the financial markets and operationally at our site,” Puente wrote via email. “At this point, we are still assessing any activity and potential financial impacts to DME and the City.”
The Denton City Council approved the multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency mining facility, a 300-megawatt data center, in August 2021 that would be constructed on 31 acres leased by the city near Jim Christal Road. The facility planned to include three data halls and one technology building that would total about 140,400 square feet, the Record-Chronicle reported in May.
The deal with Core Scientific was expected to generate revenue that would keep utility rates stable following the $140 million debt incurred during February 2021’s winter storm, which DME is paying $7 million per year toward for the next 30 years.
Following the market's continued decrease in value, Puente said in an email today that while most of the vertical structures on the remaining crypto mining facility are almost complete, only about 40% of the 300 megawatt facility is operational and the remaining 60% is on hold.
In October, Puente told the Record-Chronicle that without the crypto mining deal, maintaining the annual $7 million payments Denton agreed to pay would increase residents' current rates by about 4%. Rates are also forecast to increase by 5% in fiscal year 2024 and fiscal year 2025 and another 3% in 2026.
“If this revenue doesn’t materialize, that will cause additional rate pressures and that 13% could potentially be higher,” Puente said.
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MOSCOW (AP) — Shackled and looking wary, WNBA star Brittney Griner was ordered Monday to stand trial by a court near Moscow on cannabis possession charges, about 4 1/2 months after her arrest at an airport while returning to play for a Russian team.
The Phoenix Mercury center and two-time U.S. Olympic gold medalist also was ordered to remain in custody for the duration of her criminal trial, which was to begin Friday. Griner could face 10 years in prison if convicted on charges of large-scale transportation of drugs. Fewer than 1% of defendants in Russian criminal cases are acquitted, and unlike in the U.S., acquittals can be overturned.
At Monday’s closed-door preliminary hearing at the court in the Moscow suburb of Khimki, Griner’s detention was extended for another six months. Photos obtained by The Associated Press showed the 31-year-old in handcuffs and looking straight ahead, unlike a previous court appearance where she kept her head down and covered with a hood.
Her detention and trial come at an extraordinarily low point in Moscow-Washington relations. Griner was arrested at Sheremetyevo International Airport less than a week before Russia sent troops into Ukraine, which aggravated already-high tensions with sweeping sanctions by the United States and Russia’s denunciation of U.S. weapon supplies to Ukraine.
Amid the tensions, Griner’s supporters had taken a low profile in hopes of a quiet resolution, until May, when the State Department reclassified her as wrongfully detained and shifted oversight of her case to its special presidential envoy for hostage affairs — effectively the U.S. government’s chief negotiator.
Griner’s wife, Cherelle, urged President Joe Biden in May to secure her release, calling her “a political pawn.”
“It was good to see her in some of those images, but it’s tough. Every time’s a reminder that their teammate, their friend, is wrongfully imprisoned in another country,” Phoenix Mercury coach Vanessa Nygaard said later Monday. “It’s tough on our team. It is good to see her. See how she’s doing? I don’t know if she’s doing OK.
“At least we get to see an image of her. Hopefully with this trial happening quickly that some things will change and that President Biden will take the steps to ensure she comes home.”
Griner’s supporters have encouraged a prisoner swap like the one in April that brought home Marine veteran Trevor Reed in exchange for a Russian pilot convicted of drug trafficking conspiracy.
Russian news media have repeatedly raised speculation that she could be swapped for Russian arms trader Viktor Bout, nicknamed “The Merchant of Death,” who is serving a 25-year sentence on conviction of conspiracy to kill U.S. citizens and providing aid to a terrorist organization.
Russia has agitated for Bout’s release for years. But the discrepancy between Griner’s case — she allegedly was found in possession of vape cartridges containing cannabis oil — and Bout’s global dealings in deadly weapons could make such a swap unpalatable to the U.S.
Others have suggested that she could be traded in tandem with Paul Whelan, a former Marine and security director serving a 16-year sentence on an espionage conviction that the United States has repeatedly described as a set-up.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, asked Sunday on CNN whether a joint swap of Griner and Whelan for Bout was being considered, sidestepped the question.
“As a general proposition … I have got no higher priority than making sure that Americans who are being illegally detained in one way or another around the world come home,” he said. But “I can’t comment in any detail on what we’re doing, except to say this is an absolute priority.”
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FLINT, Mich., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Health, LLC, the first national network of integrative and functional medicine practitioners, adds a functional medicine practice in Las Colinas, Texas welcoming Dr. Leigh Ann Scott to its growing team of physicians.
"We're excited to grow the Forum Health network in Texas with the addition of this new practice," said Adam Puttkammer, president of Forum Health. "Dr. Scott is an expert in functional medicine and hormone therapies with an incredible team that we're fortunate to have joined our network."
Dr. Scott has over 30 years of experience specializing in gynecology and personalized functional medicine care to men and women. Her team focuses on prevention and encourages patients to be proactive about achieving optimal health.
"Joining Forum Health is an exciting opportunity to have the support of a national leader in functional medicine," said Dr. Scott. "The leadership and resources available to us as part of the Forum Health network will allow my team to focus on what we do best – serving our patients."
Dr. Scott is trained in bioidentical hormone therapy and develops individual protocols for patients including hormone balancing, nutrition, supplement support, weight management, and advanced testing.
"We welcome Dr. Scott and her team to Forum Health," said Phil Hagerman, chief executive officer at Forum Health. "This practice is thriving and setting a great example of the quality of functional and integrative medicine practices we strive to partner with."
Dr. Scott is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Texas A&M University, received her M.D from the University of Texas, then continued to St. Paul University Hospital in Dallas, TX for her residency in obstetrics and gynecology where she served as chief resident until 1988.
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Which activities are best to survive family time over the holidays?
Anxious about the upcoming holidays and the family time this season requires? We’ve got some great bottles of wine that can help.
Embarrassing moments are casually tossed into a minefield of mixed company during family get-togethers and often no one leaves the battlefield unscathed. The secret to survival is to bring your own holiday cheer.
The professionals have endless strategies for dealing with all of the potential triggers that abound during this high-stress time of year, but we have other (simpler) ideas.
These strategies might not be approved by the AMA, but we hope they can do something that your in-laws can’t … help you have a happy holiday season.
Wine
A little wine may help you loosen your grip enough to let go of the little things that don’t really matter so you can focus on the warmth and camaraderie that are truly important. If it works, then why not?
Other strategies
If you prefer not to result to wine — or if wine won’t be enough — here are some other strategies to stay cheerful through the holidays.
Cards Against Humanity bills itself as “a party game for horrible people,” so who better to play it with than your family? The themes are adult – very adult – and you can use the game to sublimate your deeper, perhaps slightly less acceptable, feelings into something that is not only better tolerated, but a whole lot more fun.
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Snowman Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser
If the family get-together is going to be stressful, maybe it’s best to diffuse the situation before it causes too much anxiety. An essential oil diffuser can release a calming mist of lavender or rose to help keep the atmosphere a little more relaxed. This model is cleverly disguised as a snowman, so it will fit right in with the wintery theme of your holiday decor.
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Bose SoundSport Free Truly Wireless Headphones
If you don’t like where the conversation is headed, all you have to do is pop in these noise-canceling headphones and drift away to your own private sonic oasis. Effortlessly free yourself from pointless political rants, endless streams of dad jokes, and all other forms of social discomfort with these handy conversation blockers.
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Sharper Image Calming Comfort Weighted Blanket
Sometimes all it takes is knowing that there’s a luxurious reward waiting for you at the end of the day to make it through. When the party is over and the house is once again yours, climb into bed and find serenity beneath a cozy weighted blanket to enjoy a blissfully restful night. This also makes for a great present for someone else, as well.
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The average adult sleeps for around eight hours a night, so it only makes sense to spend time picking a mattress that you find comfortable and supportive. If you’re a fan of firm mattresses, you might be wondering which type of mattress is the firmest. Firmness varies depending on both design and construction.
In this article: Sealy Posturepedic Plus Mattress with Surface-Guard, Swiss Ortho Sleep Pocket Spring Contour Mattress and Brooklyn Bedding Plank TitanFlex Two-Sided Firm Mattress.
What are the benefits of firm mattresses?
Firm mattresses aren’t inherently better than less firm ones, but there is still a range of benefits for those who like them.
- Improved spinal alignment: Firm mattresses provide ample support to the spine, which helps keep it in a neutral position while sleeping, reducing the risk of pain and discomfort.
- Ideal for stomach sleepers: Stomach sleepers need ample support to keep their spine in a neutral position and reduce the risk of pain and discomfort. A firm mattress can help provide this support.
- Reduced pressure points: Since they distribute weight evenly, these mattresses reduce pressure on specific points, such as the hips and shoulders. That said, this may not be true for all sleeping positions. In fact, side sleepers may find they get more discomfort in certain joints on a firm mattress.
- Durability: Firm mattresses are often more durable than soft mattresses, because they’re less likely to sink or form body impressions over time.
- Better for heavier people: If you have a high body weight, you may benefit from a firm mattress, since it provides the extra support needed to prevent sinking and maintain good spinal alignment.
Firm mattress options
You can find both firm and extra-firm mattresses. Even firm mattress fans may find extra-firm mattresses a bit too much.
- Firm: A firm mattress provides ample support and has minimal give, but still has some softness. It’s ideal for back and stomach sleepers who need support to maintain proper spinal alignment.
- Extra-firm: An extra-firm mattress is even firmer and provides even more support. It has minimal give and is best for people who prefer a very firm sleeping surface, as well as for individuals who need maximum support for their back, neck and spine.
Types of mattresses
These are the most common types of mattresses:
- Innerspring mattresses have supportive cores made of metal coils and are topped with foam or other layers of padding.
- Memory foam mattresses conform to the body and distribute weight evenly, providing pressure relief. They offer great motion isolation, ideal if you share a bed with a partner.
- Hybrid mattresses combine coils and foam. They have a thicker comfort layer than innerspring mattresses, but a similar sturdy base for support. If you like elements of both innerspring and foam mattresses, a hybrid might be for you.
- Latex mattresses are made of natural or synthetic latex foam. They’re supportive and have a bouncier feel than memory foam.
Which type of mattress is the firmest?
All mattress types are available in a range of firmness, so there isn’t a single firmest type of mattress. Innerspring and hybrid mattresses with high gauge coil systems are often very firm, and latex mattresses are often firmer compared to other foam mattresses. However, you also find extra-firm memory foam mattresses and soft-to-medium innerspring mattresses, so your best bet is to look for any mattress rated firm or extra-firm.
Best firm and extra-firm mattresses
Sealy Posturepedic Plus Mattress with Surface-Guard
If you’re looking for one of the firmest mattresses around, this extra-firm one should be high on your list. It has lots of heavy-gauge coils and is densely packed with a supportive gel foam comfort layer.
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Zinus Support Plus Pocket Spring Hybrid Mattress
With its heavier-than-average coils, this hybrid mattress is extremely supportive with an extra-firm feel. The coils are individually wrapped to better adapt to your shape and sleeping position for comfort and pressure relief.
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Brooklyn Bedding Plank TitanFlex Two-Sided Firm Mattress
If you’re not sure if you’re looking for firm or extra-firm support or your tastes can change between the two, this dual-sided mattress is ideal. One side provides firm support, but flip it and you get an extra-firm option.
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Made from dense memory foam with a cooling gel-top layer, this mattress is firmer than your average foam one. It has an extra-firm feel and comes in king or queen sizes with the choice of 12- or 14-inch depth.
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Offering firm support, this mattress is ideal for anyone who wants something with a little more give than extra-firm mattresses provide. The gel-infused upper layer helps avoid overheating.
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Molblly Memory Foam Firm Mattress
This mattress comes in a wide range of depths and firmness levels, so make sure you select “firm” from the drop-down list. It’s great for those who want firm support, with some softness from the foam.
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Swiss Ortho Sleep Pocket Spring Contour Mattress
Buyers who like the bounce and firm feeling of an innerspring mattress should love this. Although it has foam layers for comfort, the densely packed coil base provides the firm support you’re looking for.
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With a deep base of high-density foam and just a thin layer of memory foam for pressure relief, this mattress feels firmer than most foam ones. It comes in twin, full, queen and king sizes and is reasonably priced.
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Lucid Firm Memory Foam Mattress
Providing firm support, this foam mattress is ideal for anyone looking for an affordable firm sleeping surface. You can choose from a range of sizes, from twin to California king. There’s also a plush version, so be careful not to select that one.
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Manfred says Oakland A’s need ballpark deal ‘quickly’
By RONALD BLUM
AP Baseball Writer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said the Oakland Athletics need to quickly reach a binding agreement for a new ballpark and that relocation could be considered if a deal isn’t struck for a facility in the Bay Area.
“I was at the Coliseum myself recently,” he told the Baseball Writers’ Association of America on Tuesday before the All-Star Game. “The condition of the Coliseum is a really serious problem for us. I’ve said it, this is not news. It is not a major league-quality facility at this point.”
Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf is pushing for approval of a waterfront ballpark at Howard Terminal. The San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission voted last month to reclassify a 56-acre terminal at the Port of Oakland as a mixed-use area where a new ballpark could be built. The team, under controlling owner John Fisher, also has explored a possible new ballpark in Las Vegas.
An Oakland City Council vote on a ballpark is possible later this year.
“Mayor Schaaf continues to work hard to try to get an arrangement, an agreement to develop the Howard Terminal site,” Manfred said. “I’m hopeful that that can still happen. And I said this recently and I’ll repeat, it needs to happen now. It needs to be done.”
The A’s have played at the Coliseum since 1968 and their lease expires after the 2024 season.
After proposing and withdrawing plans for ballparks in Fremont and San Jose, the team announced in November 2018 it had found a waterfront location for a new ballpark at Howard Terminal, close to the Jack London Square neighborhood. The stadium would cost more than $1 billion, with views toward San Francisco, the Bay Bridge and Port of Oakland.
After trading veterans and cutting payroll to a major league-low of $48 million on opening day, the A’s are an AL-worst 32-61 and have drawn a big league-worst 362,756 in home attendance, an average of 8,637.
“I think Oakland, the A’s, face an extraordinarily difficult situation. John Fisher has invested literally tens of millions of dollars over the entire period of my commissionership in an effort to get a stadium done in Oakland,” Manfred said. “I think that negativity always accompanies the situation where players are traded and a club for whatever set of reasons decides to start over. But I think bigger picture, John is committed and has invested really significant dollars in trying to get baseball in Oakland on an even footing, a sustainable footing over the long haul.”
A’s President Dave Kaval said last month he has made weekly trips to Las Vegas, investing time on design work and feasibility studies. Manfred declined to discuss whether MLB would waive charging the team a relocation fee — MLB has not charged relocation fees in the past.
“Mr. Fisher has to make a decision as to whether he wants to make an agreement or can make an agreement that is approved by the City Council that would keep the A’s in Oakland,” Manfred said. “If that’s not possible, we have a process that deals with an application for relocation, and I assume that’s where it goes if in fact no agreement can be made in Oakland.”
Baseball owners have put off possible expansion from 30 teams to 32 until Oakland and Tampa Bay get deals for new ballparks.
“I need to get Oakland and Tampa resolved before we could realistically have a conversation about expansion,” Manfred said.
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Alicia Navarro: Arizona girl found safe in Montana after disappearing in 2019, PD says
GLENDALE, Ariz. - Glendale Police Department says a girl that went missing in 2019 has been found safe out of state after years of searching.
During a news conference on July 26, Glendale Police spokesperson Jose Santiago announced Alicia Navarro was found safe in Montana.
This comes after the department received thousands of leads in this case.
Navarro, who was described as a high-functioning autistic teen left her home in the middle of the night over three years ago on Sept. 15. She was 14 at the time of her disappearance.
MORE: FBI officially joins case of missing Glendale teen
According to police, Navarro was reportedly found in a Montana town that is located close to the U.S.-Canadian border.
"We are happy, and at the same time, we are hopeful we will be able to supply this family with a little more closure," Santiago said.
Loved ones say she's a high-functioning girl with autism who did something her mother calls out of her character. Her mom remained relentless in her search for her daughter as years came and went.
She is now 18 years old, soon to be 19.
Glendale Police say she showed up at a local police station in Montana. They didn’t say which town, but said it’s 40 miles south of the Canadian border – a very small town.
Glendale PD provided videos and a photo of Alicia when she came into the department.
In the videos, she said "No, no one hurt me," when she was asked by police if she was hurt in any way. She also thanked the police for helping her.
"She showed up to a police department, she identified herself as Alicia Navarro, and she basically asked for help to clear her off of a missing juvenile list. She by all accounts went on her own free will, she is not in any kind of trouble, she’s not facing any kind of charges she is not being held anywhere. She is coming and going at her own free will and she has been extremely cooperative not only with our folks but our federal partners as well," Santiago said.
Alicia Navarro
They say she was "happy" and "healthy" and is ready to move on with her life.
Glendale Police and the FBI are in Montana investigating further.
She is not being held anywhere, she can come and go as she pleases as she’s still in Montana, police said. Police said Alicia is asking for privacy at this time.
Alicia's mom Jessica Nunez posted an emotional video on Facebook about the news.
"I do feel that I owe this video to the community and to God. First of all, I want to give glory to God for answering prayers and for this miracle. For everyone who has missing loved ones, I want you to use this case as an example. Miracles do exist. Never lose hope and always fight. My daughter Alicia Navarro was missing since September 15, 2019. She has been found safe," she said.
She says she doesn't know the details about her disappearance, but confirms she's safe.
"This is recent news for me. It was an hour before it was posted on social media and the news. I don't have details, but the important thing is that she is alive," Nunez said.
Police said in the news conference, however, that she had an emotional reunification with her daughter.
Full press July 26 conference:
Background on the case
When we spoke to Jessica, her mother, before the two-year mark of her daughter's disappearance, she held onto hope that one day she would be reunited with her child.
That day has come.
Trent Steele is a private investigator who worked on Alicia's case. He's the president of the Anti-Predator Project, a non-profit agency helping families with cases centered around missing people and human trafficking.
Steele previously said Alicia's case was not cold at all. His team dedicated up to 50 hours a week to it and has received hundreds of tips.
"I mean, we've had tips come all the way from Los Angeles to New York with alleged sightings, even out here in Florida where I'm at," he said in 2022. "None of them have panned out."
Police didn't detail the circumstances of Alicia's disappearance.
A note signed by Alicia
Before her disappearance in 2019, the teen stayed home often, was into anime and played video games online. She's described as smart and introverted but had met people through social media.
She left, but not before leaving a note for her mother.
It read, "I ran away. I will be back, I swear. I'm sorry." Signed – Alicia.
Nunez noticed the back door was open. She then found a stack of chairs against the block wall in her yard.
"Seems like she jumped this part of the wall and shoe prints went straight over there," Nunez said in a previous interview with FOX 10.
When Navarro left home, she had her Macbook and cell phone on her. Since that day, there was no digital trace at all.
Jessica Nunez
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Preliminary Itinerary Announced Ahead of FC Bayern Munich vs. Manchester City FC Friendly on July 23 at Lambeau Field
Published: Jul. 14, 2022 at 12:05 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
Capacity Crowd Expected for Historic Match at NFL Venue; Event to be Broadcast Live on ESPN and ESPN Deportes
Match Week to Feature Fan Events on July 22 & July 23
CHICAGO, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CMN Sports, an international sports and entertainment multimedia company, announced a preliminary itinerary for all media and public events in advance of its upcoming international friendly featuring FC Bayern Munich and Manchester City FC on Saturday, July 23 (6:00 p.m.) at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI. The match will be broadcast live on ESPN and ESPN Deportes.
A capacity crowd is expected for the first-ever soccer match to be played at the iconic NFL venue—home of 13-Time NFL Champion Green Bay Packers. FC Bayern Munich and Manchester City FC, the respective 2021/22 Bundesliga and Premier League Champions, will be displaying their championship trophies at Lambeau Field on the day of the game. Fans will also enjoy pre and post-game ceremonies including a spectacular fireworks display.
Prior to the match, on Friday, July 22 and Saturday, July 23, both clubs are set to host fan events in the Green Bay area. Please see below for more detailed information.
Media availability at training sessions are at the discretion of the technical staff. Information below is subject to change. All times local (CT).
SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING MEDIA ACCREDITATION AND PARKING:
All media must show a photo ID to pick up credentials.
Media must be present to receive credentials.
A limited amount of game day parking passes are available and will be distributed during accreditation hours on a first-come first-served basis on Friday, July 22.
The above press release was provided courtesy of PRNewswire. The views, opinions and statements in the press release are not endorsed by Gray Media Group nor do they necessarily state or reflect those of Gray Media Group, Inc.
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