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Ontario could be seeing 'sporadic' community transmission of measles

Health experts say there is the potential for small-scale "sporadic" community transmission of measles in Ontario after a vaccinated adult contracted the disease. Speaking with CTV News Toronto, York Region's Medial Officer of Health Dr. Barry Pakes said this kind of case is rare. "Measles is extremely transmissible. It's much more transmissible than even the most transmissible version of COVID-19," Pakes said, adding the disease can continue to live in a room two hours after someone with measles leaves it. "We know a very small degree of measles that has circulated somewhere in the community in the (Greater Toronto Area), potentially in York Region here, which is where this person got it. That means potentially there may be other folks who may have been exposed." Download our app to get alerts on your device Get the latest local updates right to your inbox Public health officials confirmed last week that they were investigating what they called a "unique" case of measles in a patient who was in their 30s. Pakes said the patient's symptoms were not severe, likely due to their vaccinations. "We are not seeing widespread community transmission," Pakes stressed. "And we don't expect that because we really do have excellent measles vaccine coverage throughout the entire population." Five cases confirmed in Ontario so far Four other cases in children have been confirmed in Ontario. All of them had recently travelled abroad. Here's what we know about them: Peel Public Health confirmed on Feb. 13 that a child was diagnosed with measles An infant was hospitalized in Toronto after contracting measles on Feb. 16 On Feb. 28 officials in Brant County confirmed a child under the age of 10 had been hospitalized with measles. Windsor-Essex County Health Unit confirmed on Jan. 30 its first case of measles in 20 years Public Health Ontario says all lab-confirmed cases are "thoroughly investigated to identify the likely source of infection and to identify rare instances where the source of infection for the case is unknown." "These detailed investigations will continue for any future cases that are confirmed in 2023," a spokesperson said. As of Feb. 23, there were six active cases of measles in the country. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, most were in unvaccinated or under-vaccinated children who had travelled internationally. However, the number is slowly growing. On Monday, another confirmed case was reported in British Columbia. 'Certainly looks like' measles community transmission Infectious Diseases Specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch said it "certainly looks like" there may be community transmission of the measles, citing two cases in Ontario and Quebec in which there is no travel history and no obvious contact with infected individuals. "That just means that they acquired that infection locally," he told CTV News Toronto. "That means there's someone walking around Southern Ontario or someone walking around Quebec with measles who is transmissible, who is infecting others." He noted that given the global rise in measles infections, Canada will likely see a slight rise in cases, which is why vaccination is so important. "There's 15 million Ontarians and certainly there are some communities that are doing terrific, but it's also fair to acknowledge that there are pockets and areas where vaccine rates are slipping—either people are choosing not to get vaccinated or they might be under vaccinated," Bogoch said. "We know there were significant disruptions during the darkest days of the pandemic and some people might have inadvertently missed some routine immunization," Bogoch said. "I think we have to acknowledge that there is an uphill battle against misinformation, and disinformation campaigns that are often amplified online. And I think that poses a significant challenge." CTV News Toronto reached out for an updated statement from Ontario's Medical Officer of Health and was directed to a Feb. 20 memo that warned public health units to prepare for more cases and "potential outbreaks" amid a rise of infection in Europe. The memo acknowledges that with March Break coming up, healthcare practitioners should encourage vaccinations and report possible cases. "While measles is no longer considered endemic in Canada, outbreaks can happen when susceptible individuals (e.g., unvaccinated) travel to and return from countries where measles is circulating," Moore wrote. "Importation and resultant local transmission can, and has, led to measles outbreaks in Canada." What are the measles? Measles are highly contagious, with symptoms that include red rashes, fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and fatigue. Individuals can also get unusla white spots in their mouth. Pakes adds that "in some ways it can mimic the symptoms of a regular cold." However, those that have one or two symptoms likely don't need to worry, as "it's all the symptoms together." "We're making sure that people know how to test for it so that we can catch every single possible case and make sure that it doesn't start transmitting in North America or certainly in the GTA," he said. "It's been eradicated or eliminated, rather, in North America and Canada since 1998, and all of the Americas for a few decades now. And we really don't want to have that it reintroduction."

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Ontario could be seeing 'sporadic' community transmission of measles. Health experts say there is the potential for small-scale "sporadic" community transmission of measles in Ontario after a vaccinated adult contracted the disease. Speaking with CTV News Toronto, York Region's Medial Officer of Health Dr. Barry Pakes said this kind of case is rare. "Measles is extremely transmissible. It's much more transmissible than even the most transmissible version of COVID-19," Pakes said, adding the disease can continue to live in a room two hours after someone with measles leaves it. "We know a very small degree of measles that has circulated somewhere in the community in the (Greater Toronto Area), potentially in York Region here, which is where this person got it. That means potentially there may be other folks who may have been exposed." Download our app to get alerts on your device Get the latest local updates right to your inbox Public health officials confirmed last week that they were investigating what they called a "unique" case of measles in a patient who was in their 30s. Pakes said the patient's symptoms were not severe, likely due to their vaccinations. "We are not seeing widespread community transmission," Pakes stressed. "And we don't expect that because we really do have excellent measles vaccine coverage throughout the entire population." Five cases confirmed in Ontario so far Four other cases in children have been confirmed in Ontario. All of them had recently travelled abroad. Here's what we know about them: Peel Public Health confirmed on Feb. 13 that a child was diagnosed with measles An infant was hospitalized in Toronto after contracting measles on Feb. 16 On Feb. 28 officials in Brant County confirmed a child under the age of 10 had been hospitalized with measles. Windsor-Essex County Health Unit confirmed on Jan. 30 its first case of measles in 20 years Public Health Ontario says all lab-confirmed cases are "thoroughly investigated to identify the likely source of infection and to identify rare instances where the source of infection for the case is unknown." "These detailed investigations will continue for any future cases that are confirmed in 2023," a spokesperson said. As of Feb. 23, there were six active cases of measles in the country. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, most were in unvaccinated or under-vaccinated children who had travelled internationally. However, the number is slowly growing. On Monday, another confirmed case was reported in British Columbia. 'Certainly looks like' measles community transmission Infectious Diseases Specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch said it "certainly looks like" there may be community transmission of the measles, citing two cases in Ontario and Quebec in which there is no travel history and no obvious contact with infected individuals. "That just means that they acquired that infection locally," he told CTV News Toronto. "That means there's someone walking around Southern Ontario or someone walking around Quebec with measles who is transmissible, who is infecting others." He noted that given the global rise in measles infections, Canada will likely see a slight rise in cases, which is why vaccination is so important. "There's 15 million Ontarians and certainly there are some communities that are doing terrific, but it's also fair to acknowledge that there are pockets and areas where vaccine rates are slipping—either people are choosing not to get vaccinated or they might be under vaccinated," Bogoch said. "We know there were significant disruptions during the darkest days of the pandemic and some people might have inadvertently missed some routine immunization," Bogoch said. "I think we have to acknowledge that there is an uphill battle against misinformation, and disinformation campaigns that are often amplified online. And I think that poses a significant challenge." CTV News Toronto reached out for an updated statement from Ontario's Medical Officer of Health and was directed to a Feb. 20 memo that warned public health units to prepare for more cases and "potential outbreaks" amid a rise of infection in Europe. The memo acknowledges that with March Break coming up, healthcare practitioners should encourage vaccinations and report possible cases. "While measles is no longer considered endemic in Canada, outbreaks can happen when susceptible individuals (e.g., unvaccinated) travel to and return from countries where measles is circulating," Moore wrote. "Importation and resultant local transmission can, and has, led to measles outbreaks in Canada." What are the measles? Measles are highly contagious, with symptoms that include red rashes, fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and fatigue. Individuals can also get unusla white spots in their mouth. Pakes adds that "in some ways it can mimic the symptoms of a regular cold." However, those that have one or two symptoms likely don't need to worry, as "it's all the symptoms together." "We're making sure that people know how to test for it so that we can catch every single possible case and make sure that it doesn't start transmitting in North America or certainly in the GTA," he said. "It's been eradicated or eliminated, rather, in North America and Canada since 1998, and all of the Americas for a few decades now. And we really don't want to have that it reintroduction."

PWHL Toronto's Brittany Howard suspended 1 game for cross-check

PWHL Toronto's Brittany Howard suspended 1 game for cross-check The Professional Women's Hockey League handed Toronto forward Brittany Howard a one-game suspension on Thursday for a cross-checking incident in Toronto's 3-0 win over Montreal last Friday. Forward also fined $250 for grabbing player's facemask Posted: Mar 14, 2024 1:16 PM EDT | Last Updated: 23 minutes ago Toronto's Brittany Howard shoots on Montreal goaltender Ann-Renee Desbiens during third period PWHL hockey action, in Toronto, on Friday, February 16, 2024.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young (Chris Young/Canadian Press) Social Sharing The Professional Women's Hockey League handed Toronto forward Brittany Howard a one-game suspension on Thursday for a cross-checking incident in Toronto's 3-0 win over Montreal last Friday. The infraction occurred late in the second period when Howard struck Montreal defender Catherine Daoust in the back of the head during a scramble in front of the net. Daoust got up under her own power, but in obvious pain, Howard was not penalized on the play, with Montreal head coach Kori Cheverie saying post-game that the officials told her they didn't see the hit. Women's hockey honouring its past helps it move clearly to the future In addition, Howard, along with fellow Toronto forward Rebecca Leslie, each received $250 fines for grabbing the face mask of an opposing player. That occurred during a melee midway through the second period that saw six players penalized, three from each side.

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PWHL Toronto's Brittany Howard suspended 1 game for cross-check. PWHL Toronto's Brittany Howard suspended 1 game for cross-check The Professional Women's Hockey League handed Toronto forward Brittany Howard a one-game suspension on Thursday for a cross-checking incident in Toronto's 3-0 win over Montreal last Friday. Forward also fined $250 for grabbing player's facemask Posted: Mar 14, 2024 1:16 PM EDT | Last Updated: 23 minutes ago Toronto's Brittany Howard shoots on Montreal goaltender Ann-Renee Desbiens during third period PWHL hockey action, in Toronto, on Friday, February 16, 2024.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young (Chris Young/Canadian Press) Social Sharing The Professional Women's Hockey League handed Toronto forward Brittany Howard a one-game suspension on Thursday for a cross-checking incident in Toronto's 3-0 win over Montreal last Friday. The infraction occurred late in the second period when Howard struck Montreal defender Catherine Daoust in the back of the head during a scramble in front of the net. Daoust got up under her own power, but in obvious pain, Howard was not penalized on the play, with Montreal head coach Kori Cheverie saying post-game that the officials told her they didn't see the hit. Women's hockey honouring its past helps it move clearly to the future In addition, Howard, along with fellow Toronto forward Rebecca Leslie, each received $250 fines for grabbing the face mask of an opposing player. That occurred during a melee midway through the second period that saw six players penalized, three from each side.

Boxing great Roy Jones Jr reveals son, DeAndre, died by suicide in heartbreaking post

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. revealed his son, DeAndre, took his own life this past Saturday in a heartbreaking Jones said he was thankful to be able to spend Friday night with his son. "Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his life on Saturday," the post began from the 55-year-old boxer. "I'm so thankful that God allowed me to come home Friday night to spend the last night of his life with me and the family. I know a lot of people are going through tough times right now, but nothing is worth taking your own life. God gives it and God should be the one to take it away. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Roy Jones Jr. visits SiriusXM Studios on Nov. 8, 2019 in New York City. (Steven Ferdman/Getty Images) During their time of grieving, Jones asked that people respect his family's privacy. "Please respect our privacy while my family and I process this loss. Thank you for the love and support," the post concluded. DeAndre was one of three children Jones shares with his wife. Jones is one of the greatest boxers to ever enter a ring, owning a 66-10 record for his career, which includes 47 knockouts. Roy Jones Jr. (L) and Mike Tyson celebrate their split draw during Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr. presented by Triller at Staples Center on Nov. 28, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Triller) Jones made his name as a former middleweight champion, but he also won the WBA heavyweight title in 2003, becoming the first to ever be champion in both weight classes in WBA history. Jones is also known to have been the undisputed light heavyweight champion with the WBA, WBC and IBF title belts for that weight class. In 2020, Jones got back into the boxing ring to fight Mike Tyson in an exhibition bout, which was ultimately declared a draw after going the full eight rounds on the card.

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Boxing great Roy Jones Jr reveals son, DeAndre, died by suicide in heartbreaking post. Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. revealed his son, DeAndre, took his own life this past Saturday in a heartbreaking Jones said he was thankful to be able to spend Friday night with his son. "Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his life on Saturday," the post began from the 55-year-old boxer. "I'm so thankful that God allowed me to come home Friday night to spend the last night of his life with me and the family. I know a lot of people are going through tough times right now, but nothing is worth taking your own life. God gives it and God should be the one to take it away. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Roy Jones Jr. visits SiriusXM Studios on Nov. 8, 2019 in New York City. (Steven Ferdman/Getty Images) During their time of grieving, Jones asked that people respect his family's privacy. "Please respect our privacy while my family and I process this loss. Thank you for the love and support," the post concluded. DeAndre was one of three children Jones shares with his wife. Jones is one of the greatest boxers to ever enter a ring, owning a 66-10 record for his career, which includes 47 knockouts. Roy Jones Jr. (L) and Mike Tyson celebrate their split draw during Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr. presented by Triller at Staples Center on Nov. 28, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Triller) Jones made his name as a former middleweight champion, but he also won the WBA heavyweight title in 2003, becoming the first to ever be champion in both weight classes in WBA history. Jones is also known to have been the undisputed light heavyweight champion with the WBA, WBC and IBF title belts for that weight class. In 2020, Jones got back into the boxing ring to fight Mike Tyson in an exhibition bout, which was ultimately declared a draw after going the full eight rounds on the card.

Revolutionize Space Management with Milesight VS Series Occupancy & People Counting Solutions

June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In an era where data-driven decision-making is pivotal, understanding and optimizing the use of spaces has become a critical need for businesses, institutions, and public spaces. Milesight's VS Series Occupancy & People Counting sensors stand at the forefront of this revolution, offering sophisticated, reliable, and precise solutions to monitor and manage people flow and space utilization. What Are Milesight's VS Series Sensors? Milesight's VS Series encompasses a range of advanced sensors specifically designed to accurately count people and monitor occupancy levels in real-time. These sensors leverage cutting-edge AI algorithms and state-of-the-art technology to provide high accuracy and reliable data, catering to diverse environments such as offices, retail spaces, transportation hubs, and educational institutions. Key Features and Benefits: Heat Map Visualize movement trends with heat maps. Group Counting Realizes group counting to gain deeper insights into customers' behaviors and shopping preferences. Multi-Device Stitching Smoothly fuse multiple sensors to extend the covering area. Staff Detection Identify Staff by reflective strip or staff lanyard. Adults/Children Differentiation Differentiate adults and children by height setting. Europe, with more than 1,000 devices installed. This project caters to a wide range of industries, including clothing, retail, jewelry, cosmetics, and more. Leading retail brands such as JOTT, Herno, Hawkers, and many others have benefited from this solution, achieving efficient operations and enhancing their overall performance.

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Revolutionize Space Management with Milesight VS Series Occupancy & People Counting Solutions. June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In an era where data-driven decision-making is pivotal, understanding and optimizing the use of spaces has become a critical need for businesses, institutions, and public spaces. Milesight's VS Series Occupancy & People Counting sensors stand at the forefront of this revolution, offering sophisticated, reliable, and precise solutions to monitor and manage people flow and space utilization. What Are Milesight's VS Series Sensors? Milesight's VS Series encompasses a range of advanced sensors specifically designed to accurately count people and monitor occupancy levels in real-time. These sensors leverage cutting-edge AI algorithms and state-of-the-art technology to provide high accuracy and reliable data, catering to diverse environments such as offices, retail spaces, transportation hubs, and educational institutions. Key Features and Benefits: Heat Map Visualize movement trends with heat maps. Group Counting Realizes group counting to gain deeper insights into customers' behaviors and shopping preferences. Multi-Device Stitching Smoothly fuse multiple sensors to extend the covering area. Staff Detection Identify Staff by reflective strip or staff lanyard. Adults/Children Differentiation Differentiate adults and children by height setting. Europe, with more than 1,000 devices installed. This project caters to a wide range of industries, including clothing, retail, jewelry, cosmetics, and more. Leading retail brands such as JOTT, Herno, Hawkers, and many others have benefited from this solution, achieving efficient operations and enhancing their overall performance.

This Ontario mother who can't drive has to make her late son's car payments. Here's why

After her son suddenly died, an Ontario mother is in disbelief that she is on the hook to make car payments on his behalf for the next seven years – even though she doesn't drive. "He always made us laugh, our son did," Maria Melville, of Whitby, Ont., told CTV News Toronto of her late son. "I miss that smile." Her son, 43-year-old James Melville, was an elevator mechanic who needed a car for work to lug his tools around with him. When his car broke down, he asked his mother to help buy another one. Maria co-signed a loan to help her son purchase a 2019 Buick Enclave for $24,000. "He didn't have the money, so I had to co-sign to help him establish himself and get the loan. I didn't mind doing that," said Melville. Her son was having a slight issue with his arm, but his family said he otherwise seemed fine. On Jan. 28, just two weeks after acquiring the vehicle, he suddenly died. "It was such a shock because I didn't expect that from someone who was so healthy," Melville said. Melville, who is 75 years old, said she has never driven or obtained a driver's licence, so a car is of no use to her. Since her son died suddenly, Maria said she approached the dealership and National Bank, who she co-signed the loan with, to ask them to take the car back. She claims they both declined. "I would like them to take the car back and just give me peace of mind. That is all that I'm asking is that they do. I'm quite sure they can deal with it, but obviously they don't want to," said Melville. Jeff Donnelly, Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council's chief consumer protection officer, told CTV News Toronto that a contract is legally binding as soon as it's signed. "In situations similar to the one you've described, where a co-signer has experienced a considerable loss, it's important to understand that the decision to return the vehicle and terminate the contract ultimately lies within the discretion of the dealer and the bank," Donnelly said. "Individuals should understand the implications of co-signing for a vehicle purchase where they will be listed as a co-owners. We advise them to opt for being a guarantor rather than a co-owner on both the vehicle and finance agreement. This will ensure when remote situations such as this occur the consumer has better options available to them." CTV News contacted the dealership and National Bank on Melville's behalf after she agreed to negotiate due to the contract she signed. "We spoke with our client, and this file is now closed to her satisfaction," a National Bank spokesperson said. National Bank agreed to take the car back and forgive the $24,000 loan, which was a great relief for Melville since she can now be free of the vehicle and continue to mourn her son's death. This Ontario mother who can't drive has to make her late son's car payments. Here's why

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This Ontario mother who can't drive has to make her late son's car payments. Here's why. After her son suddenly died, an Ontario mother is in disbelief that she is on the hook to make car payments on his behalf for the next seven years – even though she doesn't drive. "He always made us laugh, our son did," Maria Melville, of Whitby, Ont., told CTV News Toronto of her late son. "I miss that smile." Her son, 43-year-old James Melville, was an elevator mechanic who needed a car for work to lug his tools around with him. When his car broke down, he asked his mother to help buy another one. Maria co-signed a loan to help her son purchase a 2019 Buick Enclave for $24,000. "He didn't have the money, so I had to co-sign to help him establish himself and get the loan. I didn't mind doing that," said Melville. Her son was having a slight issue with his arm, but his family said he otherwise seemed fine. On Jan. 28, just two weeks after acquiring the vehicle, he suddenly died. "It was such a shock because I didn't expect that from someone who was so healthy," Melville said. Melville, who is 75 years old, said she has never driven or obtained a driver's licence, so a car is of no use to her. Since her son died suddenly, Maria said she approached the dealership and National Bank, who she co-signed the loan with, to ask them to take the car back. She claims they both declined. "I would like them to take the car back and just give me peace of mind. That is all that I'm asking is that they do. I'm quite sure they can deal with it, but obviously they don't want to," said Melville. Jeff Donnelly, Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council's chief consumer protection officer, told CTV News Toronto that a contract is legally binding as soon as it's signed. "In situations similar to the one you've described, where a co-signer has experienced a considerable loss, it's important to understand that the decision to return the vehicle and terminate the contract ultimately lies within the discretion of the dealer and the bank," Donnelly said. "Individuals should understand the implications of co-signing for a vehicle purchase where they will be listed as a co-owners. We advise them to opt for being a guarantor rather than a co-owner on both the vehicle and finance agreement. This will ensure when remote situations such as this occur the consumer has better options available to them." CTV News contacted the dealership and National Bank on Melville's behalf after she agreed to negotiate due to the contract she signed. "We spoke with our client, and this file is now closed to her satisfaction," a National Bank spokesperson said. National Bank agreed to take the car back and forgive the $24,000 loan, which was a great relief for Melville since she can now be free of the vehicle and continue to mourn her son's death. This Ontario mother who can't drive has to make her late son's car payments. Here's why

Tomorrow.io gets DoD contract to launch two microwave weather sensor satellites

The company was selected a year ago to receive funding through the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) program Join our newsletter to get the latest military space news every Tuesday by veteran defense journalist Sandra Erwin. WASHINGTON — Boston-based weather intelligence firm Tomorrow.io was awarded a $10.2 million contract from the Department of Defense to produce and deploy two satellites equipped with microwave sounders for military weather forecasting. Tomorrow.io was selected a year ago to receive funding through the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies ( APFIT ) program, a Pentagon initiative funded by Congress to invest in small businesses and startups with promising technologies. The one-year contract announced May 13 calls for Tomorrow.io to manufacture and deliver two microwave sounders by May 2025. These instruments will measure atmospheric temperature and moisture, feeding data into weather prediction models used by the Air Force's Weather Systems Branch. The project is overseen by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center at Hanscom Air Force Base in Massachusetts.The center will assess the capabilities of Tomorrow.io's satellites, including revisit rates and overall constellation performance. The Air Force is seeking to validate the effectiveness of commercially developed weather data for military applications. Commercial weather radar satellites Tomorrow.io is known for its hyperlocal, real-time weather forecasting powered by a unique combination of data sources. The company claims to be the first to deploy commercially built weather radar satellites, a technology traditionally dominated by government space organizations, including NASA, the Japanese space agency JAXA and the European Space Agency. Following the successful launch of its first two radar satellites in 2023, Tomorrow.io plans to launch a constellation of 28 additional satellites, including some equipped with microwave sounders like those funded by the APFIT program. These launches are expected to begin in 2024, according to a company Speaking at the January 2024 American Meteorological Society annual meeting in Baltimore, Tomorrow.io's senior atmospheric data scientist Joe Munchak said the company plans to launch eight microwave sounder satellites in 2024 and to have 18 sounders in orbit by the end of 2025. Tomorrow.io declined to comment for this article. The APFIT contract builds on Tomorrow.io's previous defense contracts. The company over the past several years has secured about $20 million in contracts from the

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Tomorrow.io gets DoD contract to launch two microwave weather sensor satellites. The company was selected a year ago to receive funding through the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) program Join our newsletter to get the latest military space news every Tuesday by veteran defense journalist Sandra Erwin. WASHINGTON — Boston-based weather intelligence firm Tomorrow.io was awarded a $10.2 million contract from the Department of Defense to produce and deploy two satellites equipped with microwave sounders for military weather forecasting. Tomorrow.io was selected a year ago to receive funding through the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies ( APFIT ) program, a Pentagon initiative funded by Congress to invest in small businesses and startups with promising technologies. The one-year contract announced May 13 calls for Tomorrow.io to manufacture and deliver two microwave sounders by May 2025. These instruments will measure atmospheric temperature and moisture, feeding data into weather prediction models used by the Air Force's Weather Systems Branch. The project is overseen by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center at Hanscom Air Force Base in Massachusetts.The center will assess the capabilities of Tomorrow.io's satellites, including revisit rates and overall constellation performance. The Air Force is seeking to validate the effectiveness of commercially developed weather data for military applications. Commercial weather radar satellites Tomorrow.io is known for its hyperlocal, real-time weather forecasting powered by a unique combination of data sources. The company claims to be the first to deploy commercially built weather radar satellites, a technology traditionally dominated by government space organizations, including NASA, the Japanese space agency JAXA and the European Space Agency. Following the successful launch of its first two radar satellites in 2023, Tomorrow.io plans to launch a constellation of 28 additional satellites, including some equipped with microwave sounders like those funded by the APFIT program. These launches are expected to begin in 2024, according to a company Speaking at the January 2024 American Meteorological Society annual meeting in Baltimore, Tomorrow.io's senior atmospheric data scientist Joe Munchak said the company plans to launch eight microwave sounder satellites in 2024 and to have 18 sounders in orbit by the end of 2025. Tomorrow.io declined to comment for this article. The APFIT contract builds on Tomorrow.io's previous defense contracts. The company over the past several years has secured about $20 million in contracts from the

University Hospitals Transforms Patient Care with Aidoc's AI-Enabled Solutions Across Its Entire Health System

June 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Hospitals (UH) has announced a major advancement in its AI strategy with the deployment of Aidoc's comprehensive AI platform (aiOS™) across 13 of its hospitals and dozens of its outpatient locations. This initiative marks a significant leap forward in leveraging cutting-edge technology for superior patient outcomes. University Hospitals Logo (PRNewsfoto/Aidoc) Driven by a commitment to provide the highest standard of care, UH sought a standardized, hyper-accurate AI platform that could be seamlessly integrated across its network of academic hospitals and outpatient locations. Having utilized AI in various small-scale applications, UH chose to expand its capabilities with Aidoc to empower care teams with the information they need to address some of today's most pressing medical issues. Patients at UH will benefit from faster diagnosis and treatment of acute conditions such as pulmonary embolism, aortic dissection, vertebral compression fracture and pneumothorax. When a patient arrives at a UH facility and undergoes a CT scan for an injury or pain, Aidoc's AI analyzes the scan using its comprehensive algorithms. The technology identifies both expected and unexpected findings, helps physicians prioritize urgent cases and ensures all flagged conditions are reviewed by the care team. Aidoc's AI facilitates communication between the care team to enhance collaboration and speed up treatment. Key Benefits of Aidoc for University Hospitals Seamless integration across the entire health network Immediate access to critical patient information Expedited care and improved patient outcomes Access to all 17 FDA-cleared AI algorithms for triage, quantification and care coordination "Today's care delivery is incredibly complex with numerous moving parts," shared Dr. Donna Plecha, Chair of Radiology at University Hospitals." Aidoc's AI technology assists our radiologists in evaluating various patient images, allowing our clinicians to access precise, actionable data quickly. The AI technology enables our care teams to be more accurate and efficient leading to even more exceptional care for our patients." The agreement leverages Aidoc's proprietary aiOS™, a groundbreaking platform that addresses common AI implementation challenges such as integrating with existing IT systems, ensuring EHR compatibility, and managing data and reporting. This comprehensive approach ensures that UH can provide leading-edge care while maintaining operational efficiency and clinical excellence. "We are thrilled to collaborate with University Hospitals to drive healthcare innovation through our AI solutions," said Elad Walach, CEO, Aidoc. "University Hospitals' visionary approach to healthcare and dedication to integrating technology sets a new standard for patient care. UH is not only enhancing care coordination and streamlining workflows but also ensuring every patient receives the precise, timely and exceptional care they deserve. UH's commitment to medical ingenuity and excellence is truly transformative." By integrating Aidoc's AI platform, University Hospitals ensures seamless deployment and minimal technical challenges, allowing for a collaborative approach to continuous monitoring and governance. This partnership not only enhances patient safety and care but also enables UH to maintain high standards in AI performance and reliability. Through this collaborative effort, UH can focus more on patient care, ensuring every patient receives the best possible treatment with the aid of AI technology. About University Hospitals Founded in 1866, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of 21 hospitals (including five joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. The system's flagship quaternary care, academic medical center, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, is affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Oxford University, the Technion Israel Institute of Technology and National Taiwan University College of Medicine. The main campus also includes the UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, ranked among the top children's hospitals in the nation; UH MacDonald Women's Hospital, Ohio's only hospital for women; and UH Seidman Cancer Center, part of the NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. UH is home to some of the most prestigious clinical and research programs in the nation, with more than 3,000 active clinical trials and research studies underway. UH Cleveland Medical Center is perennially among the highest performers in national ranking surveys, including "America's Best Hospitals" from U.S. News & World Report. UH is also home to 19 Clinical Care Delivery and Research Institutes. UH is one of the largest employers in

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University Hospitals Transforms Patient Care with Aidoc's AI-Enabled Solutions Across Its Entire Health System. June 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Hospitals (UH) has announced a major advancement in its AI strategy with the deployment of Aidoc's comprehensive AI platform (aiOS™) across 13 of its hospitals and dozens of its outpatient locations. This initiative marks a significant leap forward in leveraging cutting-edge technology for superior patient outcomes. University Hospitals Logo (PRNewsfoto/Aidoc) Driven by a commitment to provide the highest standard of care, UH sought a standardized, hyper-accurate AI platform that could be seamlessly integrated across its network of academic hospitals and outpatient locations. Having utilized AI in various small-scale applications, UH chose to expand its capabilities with Aidoc to empower care teams with the information they need to address some of today's most pressing medical issues. Patients at UH will benefit from faster diagnosis and treatment of acute conditions such as pulmonary embolism, aortic dissection, vertebral compression fracture and pneumothorax. When a patient arrives at a UH facility and undergoes a CT scan for an injury or pain, Aidoc's AI analyzes the scan using its comprehensive algorithms. The technology identifies both expected and unexpected findings, helps physicians prioritize urgent cases and ensures all flagged conditions are reviewed by the care team. Aidoc's AI facilitates communication between the care team to enhance collaboration and speed up treatment. Key Benefits of Aidoc for University Hospitals Seamless integration across the entire health network Immediate access to critical patient information Expedited care and improved patient outcomes Access to all 17 FDA-cleared AI algorithms for triage, quantification and care coordination "Today's care delivery is incredibly complex with numerous moving parts," shared Dr. Donna Plecha, Chair of Radiology at University Hospitals." Aidoc's AI technology assists our radiologists in evaluating various patient images, allowing our clinicians to access precise, actionable data quickly. The AI technology enables our care teams to be more accurate and efficient leading to even more exceptional care for our patients." The agreement leverages Aidoc's proprietary aiOS™, a groundbreaking platform that addresses common AI implementation challenges such as integrating with existing IT systems, ensuring EHR compatibility, and managing data and reporting. This comprehensive approach ensures that UH can provide leading-edge care while maintaining operational efficiency and clinical excellence. "We are thrilled to collaborate with University Hospitals to drive healthcare innovation through our AI solutions," said Elad Walach, CEO, Aidoc. "University Hospitals' visionary approach to healthcare and dedication to integrating technology sets a new standard for patient care. UH is not only enhancing care coordination and streamlining workflows but also ensuring every patient receives the precise, timely and exceptional care they deserve. UH's commitment to medical ingenuity and excellence is truly transformative." By integrating Aidoc's AI platform, University Hospitals ensures seamless deployment and minimal technical challenges, allowing for a collaborative approach to continuous monitoring and governance. This partnership not only enhances patient safety and care but also enables UH to maintain high standards in AI performance and reliability. Through this collaborative effort, UH can focus more on patient care, ensuring every patient receives the best possible treatment with the aid of AI technology. About University Hospitals Founded in 1866, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of 21 hospitals (including five joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. The system's flagship quaternary care, academic medical center, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, is affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Oxford University, the Technion Israel Institute of Technology and National Taiwan University College of Medicine. The main campus also includes the UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, ranked among the top children's hospitals in the nation; UH MacDonald Women's Hospital, Ohio's only hospital for women; and UH Seidman Cancer Center, part of the NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. UH is home to some of the most prestigious clinical and research programs in the nation, with more than 3,000 active clinical trials and research studies underway. UH Cleveland Medical Center is perennially among the highest performers in national ranking surveys, including "America's Best Hospitals" from U.S. News & World Report. UH is also home to 19 Clinical Care Delivery and Research Institutes. UH is one of the largest employers in

Virtual Reality Simulator Provides Realistic Training Scenarios, Part 1.

Most of us slept soundly last night, secure in knowing that the risk to our individual safety from a fire in our home or a home invasion by a criminal is thankfully low. We teach our young children the value of dialing 911 when faced with an emergency, and in the U.S., depending on the severity of the report, legions of sirens from first responders will converge on the scene to protect our safety, health and security. These selfless first responders will turn into a dark ally where armed criminals are hiding or rush into burning buildings while the rest of us would flee. If police officers are fortunate, they will have back up right behind them, and perhaps, even above them. Unfortunately, these public safety missions are performed in adverse environments with little to no margin for error. Unforgiving Mission Environments A fatal accident involving the Huntington Beach, California, Police Air Support Unit on the evening of Feb. 19, 2022 illustrates several of the considerable risk factors inherent to law enforcement aviation. A large gathering of people erupted into a street fight on a waterfront peninsula. Multiple units responded, to include the department's airborne MD-520N helicopter. The aircraft is equipped with a NOTAR-design tail rotor, which uses a variable thruster and ducted fan system for anti-torque control rather than a conventional tail rotor. The pilot remembered orbiting about 500-600 ft. AGL when without warning, the helicopter yawed aggressively to the right. The pilot's attempt to control the helicopter was hindered by the lack of horizon and no accurate external visual references. The number of people in the vicinity further complicated his options. The MD-520N impacted the adjacent water uncontrolled in a downward right rotation. The violence of the impact coupled with water visibility less than 20 in. complicated the rescue effort. The pilot was able to extricate himself from the tangled mess of the submerged wreckage, but unfortunately the tactical flight officer's body was found trapped by the rescuers. Post accident investigation using flight-track data and onboard imaging revealed that, after factoring the relative wind, the helicopter had essentially transitioned into a hover and was flying almost perpendicular to the direction of travel for 30 sec. before entering the rotation. The NTSB reported this was likely because the pilot was fixated on the scene as it became obscured by buildings, and he was concerned about the safety of ground patrol officers who had just arrived. The NTSB determined the cause of the fatal accident to be the helicopter's encounter with unanticipated right yaw during a low-altitude, low-airspeed, tight-radius orbit. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's distraction during the orbit, which resulted in the loss of control, fatigue due to his early wake time, and lack of external cures that hindered his ability to perform a recovery. LAPD pilots must navigate through a complex maze of overlapping airspace classes in the Los Angeles Basin. Credit: FAA Kevin Gallagher, chief pilot of the Los Angeles Police Department Air Support Division, oversees the pilots and tactical flight officers (TFO) who take off 24/7 into the crowded skies over the LA metroplex to safeguard its citizens and the patrol officers on its streets. Their mission is filled with an abundance of environmental and mission factors that greatly elevate the challenges far beyond "standard" aviation. Given these complexities it is standard for a law enforcement helicopter to have a two-person crew. The key goal for the pilot is to put the aircraft in the best possible position to help the officers on the ground while coordinating closely with the TFO in the other seat who is working directly with the dispatchers and ground units. The TFO can be working as many as five separate police radio frequencies. Simultaneously, the pilot may be using two separate aviation radios for communicating with air traffic control and monitoring the common traffic advisory frequency in the Los Angeles Basin. Gallagher places a premium on crew resource management (CRM). Even though the duties are formally divided, a good law enforcement pilot will anticipate what the TFO and the ground units need. An incident can rapidly evolve, requiring dynamic communications and decision making. For example, a suspect hopping into a vehicle and speeding away can quickly involve a fast-moving coordination with multiple police jurisdictions while the pilot rapidly coordinates with air traffic controllers transiting through Class B, C and D airspaces. Now consider this scenario if the fog layer from the coastline begins to flow inland, which is a meteorological condition that frequently occurs along the Los Angeles coastal communities, quickly dropping the visibility from good VFR to low IFR minimums. The NTSB's investigation report of the fatal accident at Huntington Beach highlights the instinctive involvement of the pilot to become fixated on the situation on the ground. This can negatively affect the pilot's situational awareness. The typical flight profile over an incident can expose a helicopter to wind from an adverse azimuth thereby making it susceptible to a Loss of tail rotor effectiveness incident. The low speed orbiting can also put a helicopter within the envelope for vortex ring state of the main rotor. It isn't uncommon for a law enforcement helicopter to be orbiting at 500 ft. and 60 KIAS. If an engine fails, the crew has precious little time to react. Furthermore, the helicopter is likely flying over a densely populated area with few spots for an autorotation landing. At best, the pilot might have a street intersection or center turn lane that hopefully is vacant of traffic. These can be covered by an abundance of utility wires, creating a further impediment to a safe landing. "If something happens with the aircraft they have to make the right choices immediately to avoid a dire outcome," says Gallagher. "That requires a strong level of proficiency and judgment. Training is how we help them maintain their high skill levels."

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Virtual Reality Simulator Provides Realistic Training Scenarios, Part 1.. Most of us slept soundly last night, secure in knowing that the risk to our individual safety from a fire in our home or a home invasion by a criminal is thankfully low. We teach our young children the value of dialing 911 when faced with an emergency, and in the U.S., depending on the severity of the report, legions of sirens from first responders will converge on the scene to protect our safety, health and security. These selfless first responders will turn into a dark ally where armed criminals are hiding or rush into burning buildings while the rest of us would flee. If police officers are fortunate, they will have back up right behind them, and perhaps, even above them. Unfortunately, these public safety missions are performed in adverse environments with little to no margin for error. Unforgiving Mission Environments A fatal accident involving the Huntington Beach, California, Police Air Support Unit on the evening of Feb. 19, 2022 illustrates several of the considerable risk factors inherent to law enforcement aviation. A large gathering of people erupted into a street fight on a waterfront peninsula. Multiple units responded, to include the department's airborne MD-520N helicopter. The aircraft is equipped with a NOTAR-design tail rotor, which uses a variable thruster and ducted fan system for anti-torque control rather than a conventional tail rotor. The pilot remembered orbiting about 500-600 ft. AGL when without warning, the helicopter yawed aggressively to the right. The pilot's attempt to control the helicopter was hindered by the lack of horizon and no accurate external visual references. The number of people in the vicinity further complicated his options. The MD-520N impacted the adjacent water uncontrolled in a downward right rotation. The violence of the impact coupled with water visibility less than 20 in. complicated the rescue effort. The pilot was able to extricate himself from the tangled mess of the submerged wreckage, but unfortunately the tactical flight officer's body was found trapped by the rescuers. Post accident investigation using flight-track data and onboard imaging revealed that, after factoring the relative wind, the helicopter had essentially transitioned into a hover and was flying almost perpendicular to the direction of travel for 30 sec. before entering the rotation. The NTSB reported this was likely because the pilot was fixated on the scene as it became obscured by buildings, and he was concerned about the safety of ground patrol officers who had just arrived. The NTSB determined the cause of the fatal accident to be the helicopter's encounter with unanticipated right yaw during a low-altitude, low-airspeed, tight-radius orbit. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's distraction during the orbit, which resulted in the loss of control, fatigue due to his early wake time, and lack of external cures that hindered his ability to perform a recovery. LAPD pilots must navigate through a complex maze of overlapping airspace classes in the Los Angeles Basin. Credit: FAA Kevin Gallagher, chief pilot of the Los Angeles Police Department Air Support Division, oversees the pilots and tactical flight officers (TFO) who take off 24/7 into the crowded skies over the LA metroplex to safeguard its citizens and the patrol officers on its streets. Their mission is filled with an abundance of environmental and mission factors that greatly elevate the challenges far beyond "standard" aviation. Given these complexities it is standard for a law enforcement helicopter to have a two-person crew. The key goal for the pilot is to put the aircraft in the best possible position to help the officers on the ground while coordinating closely with the TFO in the other seat who is working directly with the dispatchers and ground units. The TFO can be working as many as five separate police radio frequencies. Simultaneously, the pilot may be using two separate aviation radios for communicating with air traffic control and monitoring the common traffic advisory frequency in the Los Angeles Basin. Gallagher places a premium on crew resource management (CRM). Even though the duties are formally divided, a good law enforcement pilot will anticipate what the TFO and the ground units need. An incident can rapidly evolve, requiring dynamic communications and decision making. For example, a suspect hopping into a vehicle and speeding away can quickly involve a fast-moving coordination with multiple police jurisdictions while the pilot rapidly coordinates with air traffic controllers transiting through Class B, C and D airspaces. Now consider this scenario if the fog layer from the coastline begins to flow inland, which is a meteorological condition that frequently occurs along the Los Angeles coastal communities, quickly dropping the visibility from good VFR to low IFR minimums. The NTSB's investigation report of the fatal accident at Huntington Beach highlights the instinctive involvement of the pilot to become fixated on the situation on the ground. This can negatively affect the pilot's situational awareness. The typical flight profile over an incident can expose a helicopter to wind from an adverse azimuth thereby making it susceptible to a Loss of tail rotor effectiveness incident. The low speed orbiting can also put a helicopter within the envelope for vortex ring state of the main rotor. It isn't uncommon for a law enforcement helicopter to be orbiting at 500 ft. and 60 KIAS. If an engine fails, the crew has precious little time to react. Furthermore, the helicopter is likely flying over a densely populated area with few spots for an autorotation landing. At best, the pilot might have a street intersection or center turn lane that hopefully is vacant of traffic. These can be covered by an abundance of utility wires, creating a further impediment to a safe landing. "If something happens with the aircraft they have to make the right choices immediately to avoid a dire outcome," says Gallagher. "That requires a strong level of proficiency and judgment. Training is how we help them maintain their high skill levels."

Online vs. offline dating: New B.C. research shows how you meet impacts who you meet

A new study out of B.C. is shedding light on how online dating is impacting not only how people meet – but who they end up with. Sociology professor Yue Qian notes that one of the first things people ask couples they encounter is: How did you meet? Her research starts with that question too. "My research aims to examine how couples meet and the influence of how couples meet on the type of partners they can find," she tells CTV News. Qian has interviewed a lot of online daters and become familiar with some of the drawbacks of digital platforms. But her study offers a different perspective for romance-seekers by drawing attention to some of the potential benefits. "A lot of people did complain to me about how tiring and sometimes frustrating it is to use online dating," she told CTV News. "One of the greatest benefits of online dating is that it broadens the pool we can access to find potential partners." Her research, published in the Journal of Marriage and Family, looked at how heterosexual couples meet and how that impacts partner choice, specifically when it comes to age, race, education and immigration. When people are introduced to a partner through family, friends or otherwise "offline," Qian says they tend to meet and end up with people from similar backgrounds. "This really speaks to how segregated our social network can be," she said. Online dating, the research showed, was more likely to produce couples with different backgrounds. Specifically, couples who met online were more likely to see an immigrant paired with someone who was born in Canada and people with different levels of education coupling up. People who meet in person were also more likely to be of the same race. While offline dating tended to result in couples where an older man was paired with a younger woman, couples who met online were likely to be closer in age. "Online dating could potentially open a wider world of diverse partners to us," Qian said, adding that her research is consistent with research done in countries like the U.S., Germany and Switzerland. "This Valentine's Day, it might not be a bad idea to embrace this possibility." The keeper of the Vatican's secrets is retiring. Here's what he wants you to know Canada to donate 800 drones to Ukraine: Blair Canada will donate more than 800 drones to Ukraine as part of an additional aid package to the country, Defence Minister Bill Blair announced on Monday. The drones, worth an estimated $95 million, are paid for by the $500 million package unveiled by the prime minister during his visit to Kyiv last June. Caught on camera: Child caught by staff after drop from chairlift at Edmonton ski hill 'Twice in a lifetime opportunity': Ontario woman to compete in Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions Matthews scores NHL-leading 49th goal in Toronto's 4-2 win over St. Louis

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Online vs. offline dating: New B.C. research shows how you meet impacts who you meet. A new study out of B.C. is shedding light on how online dating is impacting not only how people meet – but who they end up with. Sociology professor Yue Qian notes that one of the first things people ask couples they encounter is: How did you meet? Her research starts with that question too. "My research aims to examine how couples meet and the influence of how couples meet on the type of partners they can find," she tells CTV News. Qian has interviewed a lot of online daters and become familiar with some of the drawbacks of digital platforms. But her study offers a different perspective for romance-seekers by drawing attention to some of the potential benefits. "A lot of people did complain to me about how tiring and sometimes frustrating it is to use online dating," she told CTV News. "One of the greatest benefits of online dating is that it broadens the pool we can access to find potential partners." Her research, published in the Journal of Marriage and Family, looked at how heterosexual couples meet and how that impacts partner choice, specifically when it comes to age, race, education and immigration. When people are introduced to a partner through family, friends or otherwise "offline," Qian says they tend to meet and end up with people from similar backgrounds. "This really speaks to how segregated our social network can be," she said. Online dating, the research showed, was more likely to produce couples with different backgrounds. Specifically, couples who met online were more likely to see an immigrant paired with someone who was born in Canada and people with different levels of education coupling up. People who meet in person were also more likely to be of the same race. While offline dating tended to result in couples where an older man was paired with a younger woman, couples who met online were likely to be closer in age. "Online dating could potentially open a wider world of diverse partners to us," Qian said, adding that her research is consistent with research done in countries like the U.S., Germany and Switzerland. "This Valentine's Day, it might not be a bad idea to embrace this possibility." The keeper of the Vatican's secrets is retiring. Here's what he wants you to know Canada to donate 800 drones to Ukraine: Blair Canada will donate more than 800 drones to Ukraine as part of an additional aid package to the country, Defence Minister Bill Blair announced on Monday. The drones, worth an estimated $95 million, are paid for by the $500 million package unveiled by the prime minister during his visit to Kyiv last June. Caught on camera: Child caught by staff after drop from chairlift at Edmonton ski hill 'Twice in a lifetime opportunity': Ontario woman to compete in Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions Matthews scores NHL-leading 49th goal in Toronto's 4-2 win over St. Louis

North Dakota latest US state to revoke Binance.US license

North Dakota's financial regulator has revoked a money transmitter license for Binance's United States arm, Binance.US — making it the seventh state to do so. North Dakota Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) Commissioner Lise Kruse said on June 17 that BAM Trading Services — conducting business as Binance.US — failed to comply with the state's money transmitter laws. A revocation order notes Binance and founder Changpeng Zhao's November federal conviction for conspiracy to conduct an unlicensed money-transmitting business and a failure to maintain an effective anti-money laundering program as reasons to pull the license. Binance's "majority beneficial owner and control person," Zhao, was recently convicted on felony charges for violating federal anti-money laundering laws, Kruse added. Order For Revocation and Notice of Right to Request Hearing by North Dakota's DFI. Source: North Dakota DFI Binance.US may make a request to reverse the order within 30 days, which would cease on July 17, 2024. The order will become effective if no request is made by then. North Dakota is the seventh state to revoke or deny the renewal of a money transmission licence requested by BAM Trading Services. Alaska, Florida, Maine, North Carolina, and Oregon have taken similar actions in recent months. was the first state to cease Binance.US' services in November, shortly after Zhao pleaded guilty. North Carolina and Maine were the next U.S. states to follow suit on Jan. 23 and Jan. 29. Binance.US never received licenses in New York, Texas, Vermont and Hawaii.

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North Dakota latest US state to revoke Binance.US license. North Dakota's financial regulator has revoked a money transmitter license for Binance's United States arm, Binance.US — making it the seventh state to do so. North Dakota Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) Commissioner Lise Kruse said on June 17 that BAM Trading Services — conducting business as Binance.US — failed to comply with the state's money transmitter laws. A revocation order notes Binance and founder Changpeng Zhao's November federal conviction for conspiracy to conduct an unlicensed money-transmitting business and a failure to maintain an effective anti-money laundering program as reasons to pull the license. Binance's "majority beneficial owner and control person," Zhao, was recently convicted on felony charges for violating federal anti-money laundering laws, Kruse added. Order For Revocation and Notice of Right to Request Hearing by North Dakota's DFI. Source: North Dakota DFI Binance.US may make a request to reverse the order within 30 days, which would cease on July 17, 2024. The order will become effective if no request is made by then. North Dakota is the seventh state to revoke or deny the renewal of a money transmission licence requested by BAM Trading Services. Alaska, Florida, Maine, North Carolina, and Oregon have taken similar actions in recent months. was the first state to cease Binance.US' services in November, shortly after Zhao pleaded guilty. North Carolina and Maine were the next U.S. states to follow suit on Jan. 23 and Jan. 29. Binance.US never received licenses in New York, Texas, Vermont and Hawaii.

Edmonton Public Schools adding 25 seclusion rooms despite promise to phase them out

A picture of an Edmonton school's seclusion room, obtained by Inclusion Alberta. The organization, which advocates for people with disabilities, opposes the use of the rooms. (Submitted by Inclusion Alberta) Advocates for students with disabilities are angry and frustrated by the Edmonton public school board's plan to build 25 more seclusion rooms in the face of a promise to phase out the spaces. By September, in the city's 214 public schools, there could be 192 of the locking rooms. They are meant to be used only in a crisis when a student's behaviour presents a risk to themselves or others. The advocates say data released last month showing staff are putting students in seclusion involuntarily more than nine times on average each school day raises pressing questions about why so many crises are arising. "Every day that this keeps happening, there's kids who are going to be paying for this for the rest of their lives," said Sarah Doll, who has two children on the autism spectrum. Although neither of her children have been isolated, her eight-year-old son is moving to a specialized class next year in a school where a seclusion room is being constructed. Use of seclusion and restraint in Alberta schools has been a flashpoint since 2018, when parents suing a school division east of Edmonton made public their son's harrowing experience inside one of the rooms. Advocacy group calls for review of seclusion rooms in Alberta schools The then-NDP government in 2019 decided to ban the rooms. When the United Conservative Party government was elected in 2019, the education minister reversed the ban, instead introducing standards for use of seclusion and restraint in schools. Seclusion rooms must be banned, Alberta education minister says Alberta introduces new standards for seclusion rooms in schools province's rules say school staff must only use seclusion and restraint as last resorts when a student's behaviour puts themselves or other people at risk of harm. Staff should not use the practices to prevent property damage or as a punishment, and must monitor the student constantly. School authorities must also report monthly usage data to the government. In a report published in May, Edmonton Public Schools says it had 167 active seclusion rooms in 80 of its schools. It said 25 of those schools never used the rooms. In response to a CBC News freedom of information request about seclusion room usage, Alberta Education said schools reported a total of 263 seclusion rooms in April 2024. It means Edmonton Public Schools has 63 per cent of the province's seclusion rooms while enrolling about 14 per cent of Alberta K-12 students. In response to a written question about the division's reliance on the rooms, a spokesperson said every Alberta school division operates differently. At least two staff in each school with a seclusion room must have specialized training, the spokesperson said. Although students' parents or guardians can opt in or out of staff using a seclusion room when a student is dysregulated, administrators told the board last month there are times when a student goes in without advance permission. Secluded students on the rise Although use oscillates from year to year, the number of students who are choosing to go into the rooms — for a quiet moment to regulate or do classwork — and the number of students who staff confined in the rooms are both rising over time. A written response from the division says school principals decide each year whether they need active seclusion rooms based on the programs and students in the school. Edmonton public is adding 45 more specialized classrooms next year for students with unique needs, including 38 for students on the autism spectrum. The division says although seclusion rooms will be constructed in 25 of them, it's up to each principal whether they will affix specialized doors so the room can lock from the outside. During the school board's budget debate last month, trustee Saadiq Sumar unsuccessfully proposed that the board cancel any funding for new seclusion rooms. Superintendent Darrel Robertson Darrel Robertson, superintendent of Edmonton Public Schools. (Craig Ryan/CBC) Although more than 3,000 staff are actively certified in non-violent crisis intervention, and hundreds more took training courses in working with students with complex behaviour, Robertson said not enough division staff have the right skills to safely eliminate seclusion rooms. "This is a resource that we do not want to use, but there are circumstances where we must use it to keep people safe," he said. "We have folks getting hurt on the job every day." Three years ago, the board approved a motion to collect and report data annually on seclusion and restraint, "along with work on systemic changes so that these practices are no longer needed or used." There were 10 rooms decommissioned earlier this year, but the total numbers are growing. Under questioning by trustees, Robertson said the division has no timeline for phasing out the rooms and no action plan to make it happen. "I'm very concerned that they're not committed to meeting that goal, that they believe that they'll always need to use these rooms," said Edmonton parent Doll. Critics want timeline, plan Trish Bowman, chief executive officer of Inclusion Alberta, says seclusion has no place in schools. She finds Edmonton public's seclusion room expansion plans alarming and disappointing. Bowman is frustrated by a lack of granular data identifying which schools are most frequently using seclusion, and in which grades, as well as how many secluded students have a diagnosed disability. Seclusion is supposed to be an emergency response that prompts a debriefing with parents and staff to ensure it doesn't happen again, she said. Early results of seclusion room survey alarming, advocacy group says "If children are being placed multiple times, the practices aren't working," she said. Inclusion Alberta's director of community engagement, Philip Ney, says a student's experience of being put in seclusion can leave them feeling fearful and unsafe, which can lead to more behavioural outbursts and cycles of increasing seclusion room use. Research into the use of seclusion and solitary confinement in institutions has found risks of trauma, injury and death, Bowman says. Both say there are effective alternatives to keeping students and staff safe that don't involve locking anyone up. The Vancouver School Board is among jurisdictions that disallows the use of seclusion rooms. Medicine Hat Catholic school board has also ruled out isolating students or preventing them from leaving a room. In 2018, when it looked like the Alberta government was going to ban seclusion rooms, Medicine Hat Catholic associate superintendent Hugh Lehr and learning services co-ordinator Monica Braat began preparing for a new approach. A minimum number of workers at each of the division's nine schools must be trained in a program called Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments (SIVA), and this year, all first-year teachers received that training. Access to health-care workers in school is also key, they said. They describe a lengthy, ongoing process of staff building relationships with students to prevent "blow ups." If a student does pose a safety threat, staff move everyone out of the room until the risk has subsided, Lehr said. "When you put hands on a child, you change that relationship forever," Lehr said. What small school divisions like Medicine Hat haven't contended with, however, is the rapid growth hammering schools in Edmonton, Calgary, and their bedroom communities. Enrolment growth at Edmonton Public Schools reaches levels not seen in 60 years Lehr says that the cultural shift was manageable in a school system with 2,900 students with average class sizes of 25. While seclusion room use isn't limited to students with disabilities, many of the rooms are adjacent to classrooms hosting programs for students with behavioural challenges and/or intellectual disabilities. In the last four years, the number of Edmonton public students diagnosed on the autism spectrum has jumped by 1,138 to 2,891. The proportion of all students on the spectrum has also grown to 2.5 per cent this year from 1.6 per cent in 2019. Freya Nichol, 6, and her sister Prudence, 5, both have disabilities and attend Edmonton Public Schools. Freya is hard of hearing and uses assistive technology in her Grade 1 class. Prudence has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Their mother Holly has purposefully chosen not to send her children to a school that has a seclusion room in the building. (Submitted by Holly Nichol) This growth makes the onus for change even more pressing, says Holly Nichol, a parent of two young children with disabilities. A lack of timeline to phase out seclusion is a "massive red flag," she says. Although Robertson told the board administrators are open to ideas for how to reduce the reliance on seclusion, Nichol sees a lack of willingness to reach out to jurisdictions that rarely or never use the practice. "I think we are looking at a serious culture problem within the Edmonton Public School Board, and I think we are in desperate need of a serious shift of the attitude," Nichol said.

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Edmonton Public Schools adding 25 seclusion rooms despite promise to phase them out. A picture of an Edmonton school's seclusion room, obtained by Inclusion Alberta. The organization, which advocates for people with disabilities, opposes the use of the rooms. (Submitted by Inclusion Alberta) Advocates for students with disabilities are angry and frustrated by the Edmonton public school board's plan to build 25 more seclusion rooms in the face of a promise to phase out the spaces. By September, in the city's 214 public schools, there could be 192 of the locking rooms. They are meant to be used only in a crisis when a student's behaviour presents a risk to themselves or others. The advocates say data released last month showing staff are putting students in seclusion involuntarily more than nine times on average each school day raises pressing questions about why so many crises are arising. "Every day that this keeps happening, there's kids who are going to be paying for this for the rest of their lives," said Sarah Doll, who has two children on the autism spectrum. Although neither of her children have been isolated, her eight-year-old son is moving to a specialized class next year in a school where a seclusion room is being constructed. Use of seclusion and restraint in Alberta schools has been a flashpoint since 2018, when parents suing a school division east of Edmonton made public their son's harrowing experience inside one of the rooms. Advocacy group calls for review of seclusion rooms in Alberta schools The then-NDP government in 2019 decided to ban the rooms. When the United Conservative Party government was elected in 2019, the education minister reversed the ban, instead introducing standards for use of seclusion and restraint in schools. Seclusion rooms must be banned, Alberta education minister says Alberta introduces new standards for seclusion rooms in schools province's rules say school staff must only use seclusion and restraint as last resorts when a student's behaviour puts themselves or other people at risk of harm. Staff should not use the practices to prevent property damage or as a punishment, and must monitor the student constantly. School authorities must also report monthly usage data to the government. In a report published in May, Edmonton Public Schools says it had 167 active seclusion rooms in 80 of its schools. It said 25 of those schools never used the rooms. In response to a CBC News freedom of information request about seclusion room usage, Alberta Education said schools reported a total of 263 seclusion rooms in April 2024. It means Edmonton Public Schools has 63 per cent of the province's seclusion rooms while enrolling about 14 per cent of Alberta K-12 students. In response to a written question about the division's reliance on the rooms, a spokesperson said every Alberta school division operates differently. At least two staff in each school with a seclusion room must have specialized training, the spokesperson said. Although students' parents or guardians can opt in or out of staff using a seclusion room when a student is dysregulated, administrators told the board last month there are times when a student goes in without advance permission. Secluded students on the rise Although use oscillates from year to year, the number of students who are choosing to go into the rooms — for a quiet moment to regulate or do classwork — and the number of students who staff confined in the rooms are both rising over time. A written response from the division says school principals decide each year whether they need active seclusion rooms based on the programs and students in the school. Edmonton public is adding 45 more specialized classrooms next year for students with unique needs, including 38 for students on the autism spectrum. The division says although seclusion rooms will be constructed in 25 of them, it's up to each principal whether they will affix specialized doors so the room can lock from the outside. During the school board's budget debate last month, trustee Saadiq Sumar unsuccessfully proposed that the board cancel any funding for new seclusion rooms. Superintendent Darrel Robertson Darrel Robertson, superintendent of Edmonton Public Schools. (Craig Ryan/CBC) Although more than 3,000 staff are actively certified in non-violent crisis intervention, and hundreds more took training courses in working with students with complex behaviour, Robertson said not enough division staff have the right skills to safely eliminate seclusion rooms. "This is a resource that we do not want to use, but there are circumstances where we must use it to keep people safe," he said. "We have folks getting hurt on the job every day." Three years ago, the board approved a motion to collect and report data annually on seclusion and restraint, "along with work on systemic changes so that these practices are no longer needed or used." There were 10 rooms decommissioned earlier this year, but the total numbers are growing. Under questioning by trustees, Robertson said the division has no timeline for phasing out the rooms and no action plan to make it happen. "I'm very concerned that they're not committed to meeting that goal, that they believe that they'll always need to use these rooms," said Edmonton parent Doll. Critics want timeline, plan Trish Bowman, chief executive officer of Inclusion Alberta, says seclusion has no place in schools. She finds Edmonton public's seclusion room expansion plans alarming and disappointing. Bowman is frustrated by a lack of granular data identifying which schools are most frequently using seclusion, and in which grades, as well as how many secluded students have a diagnosed disability. Seclusion is supposed to be an emergency response that prompts a debriefing with parents and staff to ensure it doesn't happen again, she said. Early results of seclusion room survey alarming, advocacy group says "If children are being placed multiple times, the practices aren't working," she said. Inclusion Alberta's director of community engagement, Philip Ney, says a student's experience of being put in seclusion can leave them feeling fearful and unsafe, which can lead to more behavioural outbursts and cycles of increasing seclusion room use. Research into the use of seclusion and solitary confinement in institutions has found risks of trauma, injury and death, Bowman says. Both say there are effective alternatives to keeping students and staff safe that don't involve locking anyone up. The Vancouver School Board is among jurisdictions that disallows the use of seclusion rooms. Medicine Hat Catholic school board has also ruled out isolating students or preventing them from leaving a room. In 2018, when it looked like the Alberta government was going to ban seclusion rooms, Medicine Hat Catholic associate superintendent Hugh Lehr and learning services co-ordinator Monica Braat began preparing for a new approach. A minimum number of workers at each of the division's nine schools must be trained in a program called Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments (SIVA), and this year, all first-year teachers received that training. Access to health-care workers in school is also key, they said. They describe a lengthy, ongoing process of staff building relationships with students to prevent "blow ups." If a student does pose a safety threat, staff move everyone out of the room until the risk has subsided, Lehr said. "When you put hands on a child, you change that relationship forever," Lehr said. What small school divisions like Medicine Hat haven't contended with, however, is the rapid growth hammering schools in Edmonton, Calgary, and their bedroom communities. Enrolment growth at Edmonton Public Schools reaches levels not seen in 60 years Lehr says that the cultural shift was manageable in a school system with 2,900 students with average class sizes of 25. While seclusion room use isn't limited to students with disabilities, many of the rooms are adjacent to classrooms hosting programs for students with behavioural challenges and/or intellectual disabilities. In the last four years, the number of Edmonton public students diagnosed on the autism spectrum has jumped by 1,138 to 2,891. The proportion of all students on the spectrum has also grown to 2.5 per cent this year from 1.6 per cent in 2019. Freya Nichol, 6, and her sister Prudence, 5, both have disabilities and attend Edmonton Public Schools. Freya is hard of hearing and uses assistive technology in her Grade 1 class. Prudence has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Their mother Holly has purposefully chosen not to send her children to a school that has a seclusion room in the building. (Submitted by Holly Nichol) This growth makes the onus for change even more pressing, says Holly Nichol, a parent of two young children with disabilities. A lack of timeline to phase out seclusion is a "massive red flag," she says. Although Robertson told the board administrators are open to ideas for how to reduce the reliance on seclusion, Nichol sees a lack of willingness to reach out to jurisdictions that rarely or never use the practice. "I think we are looking at a serious culture problem within the Edmonton Public School Board, and I think we are in desperate need of a serious shift of the attitude," Nichol said.

Dornoch pulls off upset to win first Belmont Stakes run at Saratoga racecourse

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. - When Luis Saez first rode Dornoch at Saratoga racecourse last summer, he told trainer Danny Gargan, "You have the Derby winner." That did not come true, but Dornoch made good on that optimism Saturday by winning the first Belmont Stakes at Saratoga, hugging the rail and holding off Mindframe to spring a major upset in the Triple Crown finale at odds of 17-1. Top sports headlines, all in one place The horse co-owned by World Series champion Jayson Werth won the Belmont five weeks after a troubled trip led to a 10th-place finish in the Kentucky Derby. This time, Dornoch sat off leader Seize the Grey, passed the Preakness winner down the stretch and held on. "I would put it right up there with winning on the biggest stage. Horse racing is the most underrated sport in the world, bar none," said Werth, who won Major League Baseball's championship with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2008. "It's the biggest game: You get the Derby, the Preakness, the Belmont. We just won the Belmont. This is as good as it gets in horse racing. It's as good as it gets in sports." It's the first win in any Triple Crown for Gargan and the second in the Belmont for Saez, who said he never lost faith in Dornoch. "He's one of the top 3-year-olds in the country, and we've always thought it," Gargan said. "We let him run his race and he won. If he gets to run, he's always going to be tough to beat." It's the sixth consecutive year a different horse won each of the three Triple Crown races. Sierra Leone, the Derby runner-up who went off as the favourite, was third and Honor Marie fourth. 5 Things to Know newsletter: Get the biggest headlines in your inbox each morning "No one believed in this horse," Gargan said. "It's speechless. He's such a talented horse." Despite there not being a Triple Crown on the line, it's a historic Belmont because the race was run at Saratoga for the first time in the venue's 161-year history. It returns next year while Belmont Park undergoes a massive, $455 million reconstruction with the plan for the Triple Crown to return to the New York track in 2026. Having it at Saratoga necessitated shortening the race to 1 1/4 miles from the usual "test of the champion 1 1/2-mile distance that has been a hallmark of the Belmont for nearly a century. The temporary change contributed to getting more quality horses into the field who previously ran in the Kentucky Derby, Preakness or both. Ontario man considers selling house before mortgage payments rise $2,000, even after interest rate cut A freighter ship in Lake Superior collided with something underwater, U.S. Coast Guards says Kate, Princess of Wales, apologizes for missing Irish Guards final rehearsal before king's parade Kate, the Princess of Wales, apologized for missing Saturday's final rehearsal before the Trooping the Color parade in honor of the king's birthday. Israel rescues 4 hostages taken in Oct. 7 Hamas attack. Over 200 Palestinians are reported killed Israel on Saturday carried out its largest hostage rescue operation since the latest war with Hamas began, taking four to safety out of central Gaza amid the military's heavy air and ground assault, with reports saying over 200 Palestinians are dead. Tessa Virtue and Morgan Rielly were ordered to stop painting their Toronto home. Here is why. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith dropped the digital gloves Saturday with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. 'This is not the time to garden': Calgary expected to face water crunch for another week Israel rescues 4 hostages taken in Oct. 7 Hamas attack. 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Dornoch pulls off upset to win first Belmont Stakes run at Saratoga racecourse. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. - When Luis Saez first rode Dornoch at Saratoga racecourse last summer, he told trainer Danny Gargan, "You have the Derby winner." That did not come true, but Dornoch made good on that optimism Saturday by winning the first Belmont Stakes at Saratoga, hugging the rail and holding off Mindframe to spring a major upset in the Triple Crown finale at odds of 17-1. Top sports headlines, all in one place The horse co-owned by World Series champion Jayson Werth won the Belmont five weeks after a troubled trip led to a 10th-place finish in the Kentucky Derby. This time, Dornoch sat off leader Seize the Grey, passed the Preakness winner down the stretch and held on. "I would put it right up there with winning on the biggest stage. Horse racing is the most underrated sport in the world, bar none," said Werth, who won Major League Baseball's championship with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2008. "It's the biggest game: You get the Derby, the Preakness, the Belmont. We just won the Belmont. This is as good as it gets in horse racing. It's as good as it gets in sports." It's the first win in any Triple Crown for Gargan and the second in the Belmont for Saez, who said he never lost faith in Dornoch. "He's one of the top 3-year-olds in the country, and we've always thought it," Gargan said. "We let him run his race and he won. If he gets to run, he's always going to be tough to beat." It's the sixth consecutive year a different horse won each of the three Triple Crown races. Sierra Leone, the Derby runner-up who went off as the favourite, was third and Honor Marie fourth. 5 Things to Know newsletter: Get the biggest headlines in your inbox each morning "No one believed in this horse," Gargan said. "It's speechless. He's such a talented horse." Despite there not being a Triple Crown on the line, it's a historic Belmont because the race was run at Saratoga for the first time in the venue's 161-year history. It returns next year while Belmont Park undergoes a massive, $455 million reconstruction with the plan for the Triple Crown to return to the New York track in 2026. Having it at Saratoga necessitated shortening the race to 1 1/4 miles from the usual "test of the champion 1 1/2-mile distance that has been a hallmark of the Belmont for nearly a century. The temporary change contributed to getting more quality horses into the field who previously ran in the Kentucky Derby, Preakness or both. Ontario man considers selling house before mortgage payments rise $2,000, even after interest rate cut A freighter ship in Lake Superior collided with something underwater, U.S. Coast Guards says Kate, Princess of Wales, apologizes for missing Irish Guards final rehearsal before king's parade Kate, the Princess of Wales, apologized for missing Saturday's final rehearsal before the Trooping the Color parade in honor of the king's birthday. Israel rescues 4 hostages taken in Oct. 7 Hamas attack. Over 200 Palestinians are reported killed Israel on Saturday carried out its largest hostage rescue operation since the latest war with Hamas began, taking four to safety out of central Gaza amid the military's heavy air and ground assault, with reports saying over 200 Palestinians are dead. Tessa Virtue and Morgan Rielly were ordered to stop painting their Toronto home. Here is why. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith dropped the digital gloves Saturday with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. 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NexGen Advances Through Completeness Check for the Final Federal Environmental Assessment Process

May 21, 2024 submission of responses to the remaining 49 technical review comments and revised Federal Environmental Impact Statement (" EIS ") for NexGen's 100% owned Rook I Project (" Rook I " or the " Project "). The technical review by the CNSC has now commenced through the Federal-Indigenous Review Team, and upon confirmation that all technical review comments have been resolved after its prescribed 60-day review, the CNSC will then be able to deem the EIS final. When the EIS is deemed final, the CNSC will establish the Federal Commission Hearing date. Leigh Curyer, NexGen's Chief Executive Officer, commented: "The Company continues to successfully advance through the Federal EA process which formally initiated in April 2019. We look forward to the conclusion of the technical review process, for the Federal EIS to be deemed final, and the establishment of a Federal Commission Hearing date for the Rook I Project in order to deliver the significant generational benefits to the local Indigenous Nations, communities, the Province and Canada. With the acceptance of the Federal licence application and receipt of Provincial EA approval in September and November 2023, respectively – and broad-based support and advocacy from our valued stakeholders and local Indigenous Nation partners and communities – the team is ready to immediately commence major construction of this generational project upon receipt of remaining approvals. The detailed engineering and procurement activities continue along the critical path as do the significant local training programs underway for the future staffing requirements. Rook I represents a crucial clean fuel source that is fully in line with Government of Canada's critical minerals strategy and desire to be a leader in the provision of clean energy solutions including nuclear power and NexGen will be instrumental in global efforts to bring diversified, reliable, carbon-free energy to the world." About NexGen NexGen Energy is a Canadian company focused on delivering clean energy fuel for the future. The Company's flagship Rook I Project is being optimally developed into the largest low cost producing uranium mine globally, incorporating the most elite standards in environmental and social governance. The Rook I Project is supported by a NI 43-101 compliant Feasibility Study which outlines the elite environmental performance and industry leading economics. NexGen is led by a team of experienced uranium and mining industry professionals with expertise across the entire mining life cycle, including exploration, financing, project engineering and construction, operations and closure. NexGen is leveraging its proven experience to deliver a Project that leads the entire mining industry socially, technically and environmentally. The Project and prospective portfolio in northern Saskatchewan will provide generational long-term economic, environmental, and social benefits for Saskatchewan, Canada, and the world. NexGen is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "NXE" and on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker symbol "NXG" providing access to global investors to participate in NexGen's mission of solving three major global challenges in decarbonization, energy security and access to power. The Company is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with its primary operations office in Cautionary Note to U.S. Investors This news release includes Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources classification terms that comply with reporting standards in Canada and the Mineral Reserves and the Mineral Resources estimates are made in accordance with NI 43-101. NI 43-101 is a rule developed by the Canadian Securities Administrators that establishes standards for all public disclosure an issuer makes of scientific and technical information concerning mineral projects. These standards differ from the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission (" SEC ") set by the SEC's rules that are applicable to domestic United States reporting companies. Consequently, Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources information included in this news release is not comparable to similar information that would generally be disclosed by domestic U.S. reporting companies subject to the reporting and disclosure requirements of the SEC Accordingly, information concerning mineral deposits set forth herein may not be comparable with information made public by companies that report in accordance with U.S. standards. Forward-Looking Information The information contained herein contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable United States securities laws and regulations and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. "Forward-looking information" includes, but is not limited to, statements with respect to mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates, the 2021 Arrow Deposit, Rook I Project and estimates of uranium production, grade and long-term average uranium prices, anticipated effects of completed drill results on the Rook I Project, planned work programs, completion of further site investigations and engineering work to support basic engineering of the project and expected outcomes. Generally, but not always, forward-looking information and statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or the negative connotation thereof or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved" or the negative connotation thereof. Statements relating to "mineral resources" are deemed to be forward-looking information, as they involve the implied assessment that, based on certain estimates and assumptions, the mineral resources described can be profitably produced in the future. Forward-looking information and statements are based on the then current expectations, beliefs, assumptions, estimates and forecasts about NexGen's business and the industry and markets in which it operates. Forward-looking information and statements are made based upon numerous assumptions, including among others, that the mineral reserve and resources estimates and the key assumptions and parameters on which such estimates are based are as set out in this news release and the technical report for the property, the results of planned exploration activities are as anticipated, the price and market supply of uranium, the cost of planned exploration activities, that financing will be available if and when needed and on reasonable terms, that third party contractors, equipment, supplies and governmental and other approvals required to conduct NexGen's planned exploration activities will be available on reasonable terms and in a timely manner and that general business and economic conditions will not change in a material adverse manner. Although the assumptions made by the Company in providing forward looking information or making forward looking statements are considered reasonable by management at the time, there can be no assurance that such assumptions will prove to be accurate in the future. Forward-looking information and statements also involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and other factors, which may cause actual results, performances and achievements of NexGen to differ materially from any projections of results, performances and achievements of NexGen expressed or implied by such forward-looking information or statements, including, among others, the existence of negative operating cash flow and dependence on third party financing, uncertainty of the availability of additional financing, the risk that pending assay results will not confirm previously announced preliminary results, conclusions of economic valuations, the risk that actual results of exploration activities will be different than anticipated, the cost of labour, equipment or materials will increase more than expected, that the future price of uranium will decline or otherwise not rise to an economic level, the appeal of alternate sources of energy to uranium-produced energy, that the Canadian dollar will strengthen against the U.S. dollar, that mineral resources and reserves are not as estimated, that actual costs or actual results of reclamation activities are greater than expected, that changes in project parameters and plans continue to be refined and may result in increased costs, of unexpected variations in mineral resources and reserves, grade or recovery rates or other risks generally associated with mining, unanticipated delays in obtaining governmental, regulatory or First Nations approvals, risks related to First Nations title and consultation, reliance upon key management and other personnel, deficiencies in the Company's title to its properties, uninsurable risks, failure to manage conflicts of interest, failure to obtain or maintain required permits and licences, risks related to changes in laws, regulations, policy and public perception, as well as those factors or other risks as more fully described in NexGen's Annual Information Form dated March 6, 2024 filed with the securities commissions of all of the provinces of Canada except Quebec and in NexGen's 40-F filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com and Edgar at Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking information or statements or implied by forward-looking information or statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information or statements due to the inherent uncertainty thereof. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information and statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated, estimated or intended. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or reissue forward-looking information as a result of new information or events except as required by applicable securities laws.

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NexGen Advances Through Completeness Check for the Final Federal Environmental Assessment Process. May 21, 2024 submission of responses to the remaining 49 technical review comments and revised Federal Environmental Impact Statement (" EIS ") for NexGen's 100% owned Rook I Project (" Rook I " or the " Project "). The technical review by the CNSC has now commenced through the Federal-Indigenous Review Team, and upon confirmation that all technical review comments have been resolved after its prescribed 60-day review, the CNSC will then be able to deem the EIS final. When the EIS is deemed final, the CNSC will establish the Federal Commission Hearing date. Leigh Curyer, NexGen's Chief Executive Officer, commented: "The Company continues to successfully advance through the Federal EA process which formally initiated in April 2019. We look forward to the conclusion of the technical review process, for the Federal EIS to be deemed final, and the establishment of a Federal Commission Hearing date for the Rook I Project in order to deliver the significant generational benefits to the local Indigenous Nations, communities, the Province and Canada. With the acceptance of the Federal licence application and receipt of Provincial EA approval in September and November 2023, respectively – and broad-based support and advocacy from our valued stakeholders and local Indigenous Nation partners and communities – the team is ready to immediately commence major construction of this generational project upon receipt of remaining approvals. The detailed engineering and procurement activities continue along the critical path as do the significant local training programs underway for the future staffing requirements. Rook I represents a crucial clean fuel source that is fully in line with Government of Canada's critical minerals strategy and desire to be a leader in the provision of clean energy solutions including nuclear power and NexGen will be instrumental in global efforts to bring diversified, reliable, carbon-free energy to the world." About NexGen NexGen Energy is a Canadian company focused on delivering clean energy fuel for the future. The Company's flagship Rook I Project is being optimally developed into the largest low cost producing uranium mine globally, incorporating the most elite standards in environmental and social governance. The Rook I Project is supported by a NI 43-101 compliant Feasibility Study which outlines the elite environmental performance and industry leading economics. NexGen is led by a team of experienced uranium and mining industry professionals with expertise across the entire mining life cycle, including exploration, financing, project engineering and construction, operations and closure. NexGen is leveraging its proven experience to deliver a Project that leads the entire mining industry socially, technically and environmentally. The Project and prospective portfolio in northern Saskatchewan will provide generational long-term economic, environmental, and social benefits for Saskatchewan, Canada, and the world. NexGen is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "NXE" and on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker symbol "NXG" providing access to global investors to participate in NexGen's mission of solving three major global challenges in decarbonization, energy security and access to power. The Company is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with its primary operations office in Cautionary Note to U.S. Investors This news release includes Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources classification terms that comply with reporting standards in Canada and the Mineral Reserves and the Mineral Resources estimates are made in accordance with NI 43-101. NI 43-101 is a rule developed by the Canadian Securities Administrators that establishes standards for all public disclosure an issuer makes of scientific and technical information concerning mineral projects. These standards differ from the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission (" SEC ") set by the SEC's rules that are applicable to domestic United States reporting companies. Consequently, Mineral Reserves and Mineral Resources information included in this news release is not comparable to similar information that would generally be disclosed by domestic U.S. reporting companies subject to the reporting and disclosure requirements of the SEC Accordingly, information concerning mineral deposits set forth herein may not be comparable with information made public by companies that report in accordance with U.S. standards. Forward-Looking Information The information contained herein contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable United States securities laws and regulations and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. "Forward-looking information" includes, but is not limited to, statements with respect to mineral reserve and mineral resource estimates, the 2021 Arrow Deposit, Rook I Project and estimates of uranium production, grade and long-term average uranium prices, anticipated effects of completed drill results on the Rook I Project, planned work programs, completion of further site investigations and engineering work to support basic engineering of the project and expected outcomes. Generally, but not always, forward-looking information and statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or the negative connotation thereof or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved" or the negative connotation thereof. Statements relating to "mineral resources" are deemed to be forward-looking information, as they involve the implied assessment that, based on certain estimates and assumptions, the mineral resources described can be profitably produced in the future. Forward-looking information and statements are based on the then current expectations, beliefs, assumptions, estimates and forecasts about NexGen's business and the industry and markets in which it operates. Forward-looking information and statements are made based upon numerous assumptions, including among others, that the mineral reserve and resources estimates and the key assumptions and parameters on which such estimates are based are as set out in this news release and the technical report for the property, the results of planned exploration activities are as anticipated, the price and market supply of uranium, the cost of planned exploration activities, that financing will be available if and when needed and on reasonable terms, that third party contractors, equipment, supplies and governmental and other approvals required to conduct NexGen's planned exploration activities will be available on reasonable terms and in a timely manner and that general business and economic conditions will not change in a material adverse manner. Although the assumptions made by the Company in providing forward looking information or making forward looking statements are considered reasonable by management at the time, there can be no assurance that such assumptions will prove to be accurate in the future. Forward-looking information and statements also involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and other factors, which may cause actual results, performances and achievements of NexGen to differ materially from any projections of results, performances and achievements of NexGen expressed or implied by such forward-looking information or statements, including, among others, the existence of negative operating cash flow and dependence on third party financing, uncertainty of the availability of additional financing, the risk that pending assay results will not confirm previously announced preliminary results, conclusions of economic valuations, the risk that actual results of exploration activities will be different than anticipated, the cost of labour, equipment or materials will increase more than expected, that the future price of uranium will decline or otherwise not rise to an economic level, the appeal of alternate sources of energy to uranium-produced energy, that the Canadian dollar will strengthen against the U.S. dollar, that mineral resources and reserves are not as estimated, that actual costs or actual results of reclamation activities are greater than expected, that changes in project parameters and plans continue to be refined and may result in increased costs, of unexpected variations in mineral resources and reserves, grade or recovery rates or other risks generally associated with mining, unanticipated delays in obtaining governmental, regulatory or First Nations approvals, risks related to First Nations title and consultation, reliance upon key management and other personnel, deficiencies in the Company's title to its properties, uninsurable risks, failure to manage conflicts of interest, failure to obtain or maintain required permits and licences, risks related to changes in laws, regulations, policy and public perception, as well as those factors or other risks as more fully described in NexGen's Annual Information Form dated March 6, 2024 filed with the securities commissions of all of the provinces of Canada except Quebec and in NexGen's 40-F filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.com and Edgar at Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking information or statements or implied by forward-looking information or statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information or statements due to the inherent uncertainty thereof. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information and statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated, estimated or intended. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or reissue forward-looking information as a result of new information or events except as required by applicable securities laws.

Hungary snatches 1-0 win over Scotland to leave it with chance of making last 16 at Euro 2024

Hungary snatches 1-0 win over Scotland to leave it with chance of making last 16 at Euro 2024 Scotland's Stuart Armstrong, left, and Hungary's Willi Orban, right, challenge for the ball during a Group A match between Scotland and Hungary at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Stuttgart, Germany, Sunday, June 23, 2024. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader) STUTTGART, Germany - A dramatic stoppage-time goal saw Hungary beat Scotland 1-0 at the European Championship on Sunday to wreck its opponent's hopes of reaching the knockout stage of a major tournament for the first time in its history. Late substitute Kevin Csoboth scored his first international goal in the 10th minute of stoppage time as Hungary secured third spot in Group A, behind first-place Germany and Switzerland. Hungary now faces an anxious wait to see if its three points will be enough to reach the round of 16 at Euro 2024 as one of the four best third-place teams. The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App It might not know until Wednesday when the final round of group games finishes. Germany topped the group after a late goal saw it rescue a 1-1 draw against Switzerland. Scotland was eliminated after finishing last in the group, with just one point from a draw against Switzerland. It was humiliated 5-1 by Germany in the Euro 2024 opener. "We did go for it, but we got sucker-punched," Scotland captain Andy Robertson told the BBC. "A draw wasn't going to be enough realistically. "Tonight and for a long time we have to get over this. It's a tough one. It's devastating. All the lads are absolutely gutted. I will say thank you to all the supporters; sorry for letting you all down." If Hungary does progress, it appeared unlikely that forward Barnabas Varga will take part after a serious-looking injury. Varga was in stable condition in hospital after colliding with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn midway through the second half. His teammates held up blankets to shield the player as he was tended to by medical staff, while everyone looked on in concern. Both sets of fans applauded when Varga was stretchered off after a delay of around 10 minutes. Despite both teams needing the win in Stuttgart, chances were few and far between. Scotland was dominating possession but not doing much with it and struggling to break Hungary down. But Hungary started to get a foothold in the match and almost took the lead four minutes from the break, although the flag might have gone up for offside had Willi Orban's header — from a clever Dominik Szoboszlai free kick — not hit the crossbar and gone out for a goal kick. Top sports headlines, all in one place Scotland ended the half with 64 per cent possession but no attempts on goal whatsoever. Hungary had five. Steve Clarke's side finally had a shot in the 53rd but Che Adams curled his effort way over the bar. Csoboth was brought on in the 86th minute and he almost had an immediate impact as he hit the far post from a tight angle. Both goalkeepers had to make saves in a chaotic 10 minutes of stoppage time before Csoboth snatched the win. Conservative surge combined with ballot confusion could crack a Liberal stronghold in Toronto byelection A new study shows that 1 year of this kind of exercise yields results 4 years later A woman is accused of attempting to drown a 3-year-old Muslim child in possible hate crime incident Former first lady Melania Trump stays out of the public eye as Donald Trump runs for president Ottawa Centre MP Yasir Naqvi is apologizing for a mistake on a map of Canada sent to constituents to celebrate Canada Day. 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Hungary snatches 1-0 win over Scotland to leave it with chance of making last 16 at Euro 2024. Hungary snatches 1-0 win over Scotland to leave it with chance of making last 16 at Euro 2024 Scotland's Stuart Armstrong, left, and Hungary's Willi Orban, right, challenge for the ball during a Group A match between Scotland and Hungary at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Stuttgart, Germany, Sunday, June 23, 2024. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader) STUTTGART, Germany - A dramatic stoppage-time goal saw Hungary beat Scotland 1-0 at the European Championship on Sunday to wreck its opponent's hopes of reaching the knockout stage of a major tournament for the first time in its history. Late substitute Kevin Csoboth scored his first international goal in the 10th minute of stoppage time as Hungary secured third spot in Group A, behind first-place Germany and Switzerland. Hungary now faces an anxious wait to see if its three points will be enough to reach the round of 16 at Euro 2024 as one of the four best third-place teams. The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App It might not know until Wednesday when the final round of group games finishes. Germany topped the group after a late goal saw it rescue a 1-1 draw against Switzerland. Scotland was eliminated after finishing last in the group, with just one point from a draw against Switzerland. It was humiliated 5-1 by Germany in the Euro 2024 opener. "We did go for it, but we got sucker-punched," Scotland captain Andy Robertson told the BBC. "A draw wasn't going to be enough realistically. "Tonight and for a long time we have to get over this. It's a tough one. It's devastating. All the lads are absolutely gutted. I will say thank you to all the supporters; sorry for letting you all down." If Hungary does progress, it appeared unlikely that forward Barnabas Varga will take part after a serious-looking injury. Varga was in stable condition in hospital after colliding with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn midway through the second half. His teammates held up blankets to shield the player as he was tended to by medical staff, while everyone looked on in concern. Both sets of fans applauded when Varga was stretchered off after a delay of around 10 minutes. Despite both teams needing the win in Stuttgart, chances were few and far between. Scotland was dominating possession but not doing much with it and struggling to break Hungary down. But Hungary started to get a foothold in the match and almost took the lead four minutes from the break, although the flag might have gone up for offside had Willi Orban's header — from a clever Dominik Szoboszlai free kick — not hit the crossbar and gone out for a goal kick. Top sports headlines, all in one place Scotland ended the half with 64 per cent possession but no attempts on goal whatsoever. Hungary had five. Steve Clarke's side finally had a shot in the 53rd but Che Adams curled his effort way over the bar. Csoboth was brought on in the 86th minute and he almost had an immediate impact as he hit the far post from a tight angle. Both goalkeepers had to make saves in a chaotic 10 minutes of stoppage time before Csoboth snatched the win. Conservative surge combined with ballot confusion could crack a Liberal stronghold in Toronto byelection A new study shows that 1 year of this kind of exercise yields results 4 years later A woman is accused of attempting to drown a 3-year-old Muslim child in possible hate crime incident Former first lady Melania Trump stays out of the public eye as Donald Trump runs for president Ottawa Centre MP Yasir Naqvi is apologizing for a mistake on a map of Canada sent to constituents to celebrate Canada Day. 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PLYR Gaming Blockchain officially launches

Singapore, Singapore, July 1st, 2024, Chainwire The PLYR Gaming Blockchain mainnet is set to launch as an Avalanche Subnet today on July 1st, 2024. This significant milestone marks the beginning of a new era in crypto gaming, aimed at creating a seamless and interconnected gaming universe that spans multiple blockchains. What is PLYR Gaming Blockchain? PLYR Gaming Blockchain is an advanced platform designed to revolutionize the gaming experience by leveraging blockchain technology. It focuses on creating a decentralized, secure, and transparent environment where players can truly own their in-game assets, enjoy thrilling play-to-earn opportunities, and engage in a dynamic gaming community. Multichain Empowerment PLYR Gaming Blockchain is designed to empower crypto gaming by connecting all chains. This multichain approach ensures that players from various blockchain communities can interact, trade assets, and participate in games without limitations. By bridging these chains, PLYR enhances interoperability and inclusivity within the crypto gaming ecosystem. Key Features of PLYR Gaming Blockchain 1. Cluster Nodes: Cluster nodes are the cornerstone of the PLYR ecosystem, allowing users to participate in the network’s governance and earn rewards. By operating a cluster node, users contribute to the decentralization and security of the platform. 2. PLYR-ID: PLYR-ID is a unique decentralized identity solution that provides players with a unified identity across all games and platforms within the PLYR ecosystem. This feature ensures seamless access and a personalized gaming experience. 3. PLYR-AUTH: PLYR-AUTH provides secure and seamless authentication across all PLYR-enabled games and services. Additionally to PLYR-ID, the InstantPlayPass feature simplifies the login process and enhances security by leveraging decentralized authentication methods, ensuring a smooth and secure gaming experience for all users. This innovative feature allows players to quickly jump into games without lengthy sign-up processes. 4. PLYR-API: PLYR offers a comprehensive suite of tools for game developers, including SDKs and APIs, to integrate blockchain functionality into their games effortlessly. These tools simplify the development process and enable the creation of innovative, blockchain-powered games. 5. Sidekick App: The Sidekick app is designed to enhance the gaming experience by providing players with real-time mobile updates, notifications, and easy access to their assets and rewards. It acts as a companion app, keeping players engaged and informed. 6. Gamestake: Gamestake rewards players and active participants of the platform with $GAMR tokens. These tokens can be used to participate in games on the PLYR chain, creating a vibrant and rewarding ecosystem. By participating in Gamestake, players can maximize their engagement and enjoyment while earning valuable rewards. More details can be found on the Gamestake page . 7. Web3 Games Marketplace: The PLYR crypto games marketplace is a hub for discovering and purchasing games. It features a wide variety of games including both Web2 and Web3 games. 8. In-House Developed Games: PLYR has developed several exciting games, including: ZooRacers: A battle-kart game where players can engage in intense combat and compete for rewards. ZooNo: A card game based on Uno, with some added twists for a unique gaming experience. Poker ZooGenes Hold'Em: A unique poker game that integrates NFT-based characters and assets. Telegram Games: BangBang, ZooQuiAI, and Wild Kingdom, which connect to the blockchain for direct rewards distribution. How to Get Started Website and PLYR-ID Creation: Users can visit the PLYR Network website to create a PLYR-ID, which provides access to the latest updates and features. Community Engagement: Staying informed about events and news is possible by following PLYR on social media platforms such as Twitter(X) . Participation in Events: Engaging with the community and earning rewards is facilitated through participation in various events organized by the platform. Roadmap and Future Updates: The roadmap available on the PLYR website offers insights into future developments and milestones, helping users stay informed about upcoming enhancements. Looking Ahead The launch of the PLYR Gaming Blockchain mainnet is just the beginning. An ambitious roadmap is in place, with plans to introduce more games, expand the ecosystem, and continuously improve the platform based on community feedback. This initiative aims to revolutionize the gaming industry and create a thriving community of passionate gamers. About PLYR The PLYR Subnet is a dedicated blockchain network on the Avalanche platform, optimized for the gaming industry. It offers low-cost, fast, and secure transactions, enabling seamless in-game purchases, asset transfers, and reward distributions. With a strong focus on interoperability, the PLYR Subnet integrates with over 200 blockchain networks, providing a robust and scalable foundation for cross-chain gaming experiences and innovative decentralized applications. This specialized subnet empowers developers and gamers with efficient, high-performance solutions tailored to the needs of modern gaming. The groundbreaking launch on July 1st, 2024, marks a significant milestone in the gaming industry. The PLYR Gaming Blockchain is set to become a major player in the future of gaming, building on the successes of platforms like Gala, Immutable, and Beam. ContactProject ManagerSilverlakePLYR Gaming Blockchainsilverlake@onplyr.com Disclaimer: This is a sponsored press release and is for informational purposes only. It does not reflect the views of Crypto Daily, nor is it intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice.

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PLYR Gaming Blockchain officially launches. Singapore, Singapore, July 1st, 2024, Chainwire The PLYR Gaming Blockchain mainnet is set to launch as an Avalanche Subnet today on July 1st, 2024. This significant milestone marks the beginning of a new era in crypto gaming, aimed at creating a seamless and interconnected gaming universe that spans multiple blockchains. What is PLYR Gaming Blockchain? PLYR Gaming Blockchain is an advanced platform designed to revolutionize the gaming experience by leveraging blockchain technology. It focuses on creating a decentralized, secure, and transparent environment where players can truly own their in-game assets, enjoy thrilling play-to-earn opportunities, and engage in a dynamic gaming community. Multichain Empowerment PLYR Gaming Blockchain is designed to empower crypto gaming by connecting all chains. This multichain approach ensures that players from various blockchain communities can interact, trade assets, and participate in games without limitations. By bridging these chains, PLYR enhances interoperability and inclusivity within the crypto gaming ecosystem. Key Features of PLYR Gaming Blockchain 1. Cluster Nodes: Cluster nodes are the cornerstone of the PLYR ecosystem, allowing users to participate in the network’s governance and earn rewards. By operating a cluster node, users contribute to the decentralization and security of the platform. 2. PLYR-ID: PLYR-ID is a unique decentralized identity solution that provides players with a unified identity across all games and platforms within the PLYR ecosystem. This feature ensures seamless access and a personalized gaming experience. 3. PLYR-AUTH: PLYR-AUTH provides secure and seamless authentication across all PLYR-enabled games and services. Additionally to PLYR-ID, the InstantPlayPass feature simplifies the login process and enhances security by leveraging decentralized authentication methods, ensuring a smooth and secure gaming experience for all users. This innovative feature allows players to quickly jump into games without lengthy sign-up processes. 4. PLYR-API: PLYR offers a comprehensive suite of tools for game developers, including SDKs and APIs, to integrate blockchain functionality into their games effortlessly. These tools simplify the development process and enable the creation of innovative, blockchain-powered games. 5. Sidekick App: The Sidekick app is designed to enhance the gaming experience by providing players with real-time mobile updates, notifications, and easy access to their assets and rewards. It acts as a companion app, keeping players engaged and informed. 6. Gamestake: Gamestake rewards players and active participants of the platform with $GAMR tokens. These tokens can be used to participate in games on the PLYR chain, creating a vibrant and rewarding ecosystem. By participating in Gamestake, players can maximize their engagement and enjoyment while earning valuable rewards. More details can be found on the Gamestake page . 7. Web3 Games Marketplace: The PLYR crypto games marketplace is a hub for discovering and purchasing games. It features a wide variety of games including both Web2 and Web3 games. 8. In-House Developed Games: PLYR has developed several exciting games, including: ZooRacers: A battle-kart game where players can engage in intense combat and compete for rewards. ZooNo: A card game based on Uno, with some added twists for a unique gaming experience. Poker ZooGenes Hold'Em: A unique poker game that integrates NFT-based characters and assets. Telegram Games: BangBang, ZooQuiAI, and Wild Kingdom, which connect to the blockchain for direct rewards distribution. How to Get Started Website and PLYR-ID Creation: Users can visit the PLYR Network website to create a PLYR-ID, which provides access to the latest updates and features. Community Engagement: Staying informed about events and news is possible by following PLYR on social media platforms such as Twitter(X) . Participation in Events: Engaging with the community and earning rewards is facilitated through participation in various events organized by the platform. Roadmap and Future Updates: The roadmap available on the PLYR website offers insights into future developments and milestones, helping users stay informed about upcoming enhancements. Looking Ahead The launch of the PLYR Gaming Blockchain mainnet is just the beginning. An ambitious roadmap is in place, with plans to introduce more games, expand the ecosystem, and continuously improve the platform based on community feedback. This initiative aims to revolutionize the gaming industry and create a thriving community of passionate gamers. About PLYR The PLYR Subnet is a dedicated blockchain network on the Avalanche platform, optimized for the gaming industry. It offers low-cost, fast, and secure transactions, enabling seamless in-game purchases, asset transfers, and reward distributions. With a strong focus on interoperability, the PLYR Subnet integrates with over 200 blockchain networks, providing a robust and scalable foundation for cross-chain gaming experiences and innovative decentralized applications. This specialized subnet empowers developers and gamers with efficient, high-performance solutions tailored to the needs of modern gaming. The groundbreaking launch on July 1st, 2024, marks a significant milestone in the gaming industry. The PLYR Gaming Blockchain is set to become a major player in the future of gaming, building on the successes of platforms like Gala, Immutable, and Beam. ContactProject ManagerSilverlakePLYR Gaming Blockchainsilverlake@onplyr.com Disclaimer: This is a sponsored press release and is for informational purposes only. It does not reflect the views of Crypto Daily, nor is it intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice.

‘I hope he loses’: Jeremy Hunt facing uphill battle in Godalming as voters long for change

Surrey Hills are well known for two things: a high concentration of some of the UK's richest residents, who commute from the "stockbroker belt" to well-paying jobs in London, and some of the country's most popular cycling routes. The two combined on a recent chilly Saturday morning in a 100km bike ride that passed through the picturesque lanes of the newly created Godalming and Ash constituency. Most of the 10 riders from Velo Club Godalming Haslemere were happy to chat politics as they pedalled up (and down) 1,168 metres of the county's steepest hills on customised carbon-fibre racing bikes, some of which cost more than a family car. Godalming town centre. Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian Steve Street, 55, a retired engineering consultant who has lived in Godalming for more than 30 years, was excited about the election, as the constituency could be one of the tightest races in the country. Map of Godalming and Ash constituency If Hunt does lose, he will join a list of just 35 cabinet members who have been defeated while holding office since 1900. Stephen Street: 'I'm looking for the party that is going to be pro-business.' Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian Profile of Godalming and Ash This time pollsters predict it will be one of the closest races in the country, with the Lib Dems' Paul Follows – the leader of the local Waverley borough council – expected to win with 38%, ahead of Hunt on 33.4%. Under current projections, Labour could come in third with 13.1%, just ahead of Reform on 12.9%. Despite the tightness of the race, Street said he was considering voting Labour this time around. "I'm looking for the party that is going to be pro-business. Labour is pitching itself as very pro-business and I think that could be enough for me to vote for them, maybe." While Street has earned enough to retire in his early 50s, he said he would like whichever party that wins the election to do more to tackle "the widening gap between rich and poor". "It's always talked about as a north-south divide," he said. "But there are places down south that are very poor. Even here, which is a very rich area, there are pockets of real deprivation." He said Hunt had "shown himself as out of touch with real people" with his comments earlier this year that £100,000 a year was A lot of the voters the Guardian spoke to over several days in the constituency described Hunt as a good local MP, often seen at town and village events and supportive of local charities. The Guardian bumped into Hunt at the annual The Godalming town show. Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian While many voters came up to chat warmly with Hunt and his labrador, Poppy, some challenged him on local, national and international issues, including on the party's stance on the war in Gaza. Anushka Athique, 42, a lecturer who lives in the neighbouring town of Farncombe, said she "couldn't pass up the opportunity to speak my mind to him – if I hadn't I would have gone away feeling a coward". Anushka Athique seizes her chance to discuss Gaza with Jeremy Hunt at the Godalming town show. Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian skip past newsletter promotion Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our after newsletter promotion Gaza was also on the mind of Penny Rivers, 67, who has lived in Godalming since 1974. "I'm voting Lib Dem as they are the only major party that has called for an immediate ceasefire," she said. "We are hoping to have a Labour government and a Lib Dem MP. We hoped for it last time, but this time we are much more hopeful. People are tired and fed up, we need change." Rivers said people may think of Surrey as "leafy and well-to-do, but people are suffering here just like everywhere else". She said the cost of living crisis may have hit poorer families in Surrey more than elsewhere as "we have such high housing costs compared to incomes". "There are now two food banks in Godalming," she added. "It's down to austerity and the Tory government." She said she would like the government to do more for younger people. "We're old and have had all sorts of advantages that today's young people can't imagine. We have four children, all of whom can't afford to own their own homes despite having good, well-paid jobs." Her eldest child is 40 and still renting. "We bought our house when I was 24," she said. Penny Rivers: 'You know the worst thing about this government? It's the war on woke.' Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian She had one more thing to say before letting go of the Guardian reporter's arm. "You know the worst thing about this government? It's the war on woke. Woke means caring for people and it can only be a good thing to care for people no matter what." Robert Oulton, a Labour party member, was not at the Labour stall at the town fair. Instead he was manning a rival stall calling on people to "vote smart. Vote together. Vote for change … Vote for Paul Follows, the only candidate that can beat the Conservatives here." Oulton, 70, a retired GP who lives in Farncombe, said he had made the decision in effect to campaign for the Lib Dems because "the country so desperately needs change, we can't go on like this. We need to get the Tories out, so it has to be tactical voting." Robert Oulton: 'The country so desperately needs change, we can't go on like this.' Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian However, Oulton and his fellow activists hadn't convinced everyone of the merits of tactical voting. Peter Lockhart, 58, who lives in the village of Shalford, near Guildford, is a lifelong Labour member and will be voting for the party's candidate, James Walsh, on 4 July. "Labour is my community," Lockhart said. "It chimes with my worldview, despite some frustrations." Lockhart said he had sympathy with the tactical voting argument but "we want people to vote with their heart". In the village of Bramley, which was in the midst of a tap water crisis after petrol was found to have Max Aiken and his wife, Diana. 'I don't think the country knows what the answer is,' he said. Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian Max Aiken, 76, an artist and retired architect, didn't want to vote for any of the candidates on the ballot paper. "I was hoping for something more radical, I'm looking around for someone like [French president Emmanuel Macron], but I'm looking in vain." Aiken voted Conservative at the last election, but in Bath, and had only recently moved to the village of Cranleigh. "The Tories are promising to fix everything next time, but they have had 14 years and haven't fixed much," he said.

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‘I hope he loses’: Jeremy Hunt facing uphill battle in Godalming as voters long for change. Surrey Hills are well known for two things: a high concentration of some of the UK's richest residents, who commute from the "stockbroker belt" to well-paying jobs in London, and some of the country's most popular cycling routes. The two combined on a recent chilly Saturday morning in a 100km bike ride that passed through the picturesque lanes of the newly created Godalming and Ash constituency. Most of the 10 riders from Velo Club Godalming Haslemere were happy to chat politics as they pedalled up (and down) 1,168 metres of the county's steepest hills on customised carbon-fibre racing bikes, some of which cost more than a family car. Godalming town centre. Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian Steve Street, 55, a retired engineering consultant who has lived in Godalming for more than 30 years, was excited about the election, as the constituency could be one of the tightest races in the country. Map of Godalming and Ash constituency If Hunt does lose, he will join a list of just 35 cabinet members who have been defeated while holding office since 1900. Stephen Street: 'I'm looking for the party that is going to be pro-business.' Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian Profile of Godalming and Ash This time pollsters predict it will be one of the closest races in the country, with the Lib Dems' Paul Follows – the leader of the local Waverley borough council – expected to win with 38%, ahead of Hunt on 33.4%. Under current projections, Labour could come in third with 13.1%, just ahead of Reform on 12.9%. Despite the tightness of the race, Street said he was considering voting Labour this time around. "I'm looking for the party that is going to be pro-business. Labour is pitching itself as very pro-business and I think that could be enough for me to vote for them, maybe." While Street has earned enough to retire in his early 50s, he said he would like whichever party that wins the election to do more to tackle "the widening gap between rich and poor". "It's always talked about as a north-south divide," he said. "But there are places down south that are very poor. Even here, which is a very rich area, there are pockets of real deprivation." He said Hunt had "shown himself as out of touch with real people" with his comments earlier this year that £100,000 a year was A lot of the voters the Guardian spoke to over several days in the constituency described Hunt as a good local MP, often seen at town and village events and supportive of local charities. The Guardian bumped into Hunt at the annual The Godalming town show. Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian While many voters came up to chat warmly with Hunt and his labrador, Poppy, some challenged him on local, national and international issues, including on the party's stance on the war in Gaza. Anushka Athique, 42, a lecturer who lives in the neighbouring town of Farncombe, said she "couldn't pass up the opportunity to speak my mind to him – if I hadn't I would have gone away feeling a coward". Anushka Athique seizes her chance to discuss Gaza with Jeremy Hunt at the Godalming town show. Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian skip past newsletter promotion Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our after newsletter promotion Gaza was also on the mind of Penny Rivers, 67, who has lived in Godalming since 1974. "I'm voting Lib Dem as they are the only major party that has called for an immediate ceasefire," she said. "We are hoping to have a Labour government and a Lib Dem MP. We hoped for it last time, but this time we are much more hopeful. People are tired and fed up, we need change." Rivers said people may think of Surrey as "leafy and well-to-do, but people are suffering here just like everywhere else". She said the cost of living crisis may have hit poorer families in Surrey more than elsewhere as "we have such high housing costs compared to incomes". "There are now two food banks in Godalming," she added. "It's down to austerity and the Tory government." She said she would like the government to do more for younger people. "We're old and have had all sorts of advantages that today's young people can't imagine. We have four children, all of whom can't afford to own their own homes despite having good, well-paid jobs." Her eldest child is 40 and still renting. "We bought our house when I was 24," she said. Penny Rivers: 'You know the worst thing about this government? It's the war on woke.' Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian She had one more thing to say before letting go of the Guardian reporter's arm. "You know the worst thing about this government? It's the war on woke. Woke means caring for people and it can only be a good thing to care for people no matter what." Robert Oulton, a Labour party member, was not at the Labour stall at the town fair. Instead he was manning a rival stall calling on people to "vote smart. Vote together. Vote for change … Vote for Paul Follows, the only candidate that can beat the Conservatives here." Oulton, 70, a retired GP who lives in Farncombe, said he had made the decision in effect to campaign for the Lib Dems because "the country so desperately needs change, we can't go on like this. We need to get the Tories out, so it has to be tactical voting." Robert Oulton: 'The country so desperately needs change, we can't go on like this.' Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian However, Oulton and his fellow activists hadn't convinced everyone of the merits of tactical voting. Peter Lockhart, 58, who lives in the village of Shalford, near Guildford, is a lifelong Labour member and will be voting for the party's candidate, James Walsh, on 4 July. "Labour is my community," Lockhart said. "It chimes with my worldview, despite some frustrations." Lockhart said he had sympathy with the tactical voting argument but "we want people to vote with their heart". In the village of Bramley, which was in the midst of a tap water crisis after petrol was found to have Max Aiken and his wife, Diana. 'I don't think the country knows what the answer is,' he said. Photograph: Teri Pengilley/The Guardian Max Aiken, 76, an artist and retired architect, didn't want to vote for any of the candidates on the ballot paper. "I was hoping for something more radical, I'm looking around for someone like [French president Emmanuel Macron], but I'm looking in vain." Aiken voted Conservative at the last election, but in Bath, and had only recently moved to the village of Cranleigh. "The Tories are promising to fix everything next time, but they have had 14 years and haven't fixed much," he said.

Sports and Trading Card AI Technology Company, Ludex Hires Former eBay, Sports Trading Card Category Manager, Jeff Juco

Ludex, the pioneering AI-driven platform for sports and trading card collectors, is pleased to announce the hiring of Jeff Juco, who previously spent the last several years with eBay as Category Manager of Sports Trading Cards. Jeff used his industry knowledge and experience to cultivate relationships with key industry partners including card manufacturers and grading companies and worked with the hobby's biggest sellers. "Excited to be a part of the Ludex team. Their AI is industry leading and as the hobby continues to grow, the suite of Ludex products will be invaluable to the community!" said As Ludex's new Director of Partnerships, Jeff will bring his lifelong passion for collecting and his extensive hobby knowledge to the Ludex team. He has developed deep relationships in the trading card collecting community that will help Ludex grow its strategic partnerships. "We are excited and honored to welcome Jeff Juco to the Ludex team, " said Brian Ludden, Ludex CEO. "The industry knowledge and the relationships he has cultivated are a testament to Jeff's character. We are looking forward to the exciting journey ahead of us!" Jeff is a passionate collector of sports trading cards and memorabilia as highlighted by owning 6 graded sets of one of the most iconic basketball sets ever made - 1986-87 Fleer featuring

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Sports and Trading Card AI Technology Company, Ludex Hires Former eBay, Sports Trading Card Category Manager, Jeff Juco. Ludex, the pioneering AI-driven platform for sports and trading card collectors, is pleased to announce the hiring of Jeff Juco, who previously spent the last several years with eBay as Category Manager of Sports Trading Cards. Jeff used his industry knowledge and experience to cultivate relationships with key industry partners including card manufacturers and grading companies and worked with the hobby's biggest sellers. "Excited to be a part of the Ludex team. Their AI is industry leading and as the hobby continues to grow, the suite of Ludex products will be invaluable to the community!" said As Ludex's new Director of Partnerships, Jeff will bring his lifelong passion for collecting and his extensive hobby knowledge to the Ludex team. He has developed deep relationships in the trading card collecting community that will help Ludex grow its strategic partnerships. "We are excited and honored to welcome Jeff Juco to the Ludex team, " said Brian Ludden, Ludex CEO. "The industry knowledge and the relationships he has cultivated are a testament to Jeff's character. We are looking forward to the exciting journey ahead of us!" Jeff is a passionate collector of sports trading cards and memorabilia as highlighted by owning 6 graded sets of one of the most iconic basketball sets ever made - 1986-87 Fleer featuring

Warriors' Draymond Green tries to clarify Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving comparison

Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. To access the content, check your email and follow the instructions provided. Kevin Durant is generally held in high regard for his sharp shooting skills. Despite leading the league in scoring four times throughout his prolific career, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green recently asserted that Durant should not be considered the NBA's best scorer. At one point during a recent edition of the "Draymond Green Show," the Warriors star began comparing Durant to Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving. Green played alongside Durant in Northern California for three seasons. While Green and Durant appeared to get along enough to win a pair of championships together, the underlying rift between them seems to have grown in recent years. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM NBA players Kevin Durant (L) and Draymond Green attend a 2023 FIBA World Cup exhibition game between Puerto Rico and the United States at T-Mobile Arena on August 07, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The United States defeated Puerto Rico 117-74. (Ethan Miller/Getty Images) Shortly after Green's physical altercation with Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic, Durant publicly shared his hope that Green would eventually seek the " help he needs." "That was insane to see," Durant said in December. "Glad Nurk is all right. Never seen that before in a basketball court in an NBA game. I hope Draymond gets the help he needs. It's been incident after incident. I know Draymond, and that's not… he hasn't been that way when I was around him and coming into the league. Hopefully, he gets the help he needs to get back on the court and put all this stuff behind him." WARRIORS' DRAYMOND GREEN SAYS HE APPRECIATED THE NBA MAKING HIS SUSPENSION 'INDEFINITE' Green took issue with Durant's comments and decided to fire back during a January edition of his podcast. "I'll tell you, it really p---ed me off when Kevin Durant said, 'He wasn't like that when I was around. I hope he gets the help he needs,'" Green said at the time. Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on November 11, 2023 in San Francisco, California. (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) Green attempted to clarify his most recent assessment of Durant by arguing he was being complimentary of the Suns star. "The world will take this in like the wrong way and try to make it something it's not, when it's actually a compliment. I said Kyrie Irving is the scorer that the world thinks of Kevin Durant. What I meant by that was there are some things at times that you can do to Kevin to make it a little tougher on him. "Why? Because he's seven feet, and he handles the ball a lot. There are times because he's seven feet, if you time it right, you can pressure up and press up into Kevin and make things a little bit tougher. He has to turn his back or something, just get him out of rhythm a little bit." Green then offered a somewhat convoluted rationale behind why he believes Irving's skillset presents such an issue for opposing teams. Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks goes to the basket during the game on February 6, 2024 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. (David L. Nemec/NBAE via Getty Images) "Kyrie Irving, you can't do anything to make it hard on him," Green asserted. "You can't make the game tough for Kyrie. He's one of the best three-point shooters, he's one of the best mid-rangers, if not arguably the best, he's arguably the best finisher in the NBA. "He has floaters with either hand, he can finish with either hand at the rim, Kyrie can also switch and shoot a mid-range jump shot with his left hand. There's actually nothing you can do to stop Kyrie from scoring. You just try to do all you can to make him take a tough shot and then you gotta live with the results."

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Warriors' Draymond Green tries to clarify Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving comparison. Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. To access the content, check your email and follow the instructions provided. Kevin Durant is generally held in high regard for his sharp shooting skills. Despite leading the league in scoring four times throughout his prolific career, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green recently asserted that Durant should not be considered the NBA's best scorer. At one point during a recent edition of the "Draymond Green Show," the Warriors star began comparing Durant to Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving. Green played alongside Durant in Northern California for three seasons. While Green and Durant appeared to get along enough to win a pair of championships together, the underlying rift between them seems to have grown in recent years. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM NBA players Kevin Durant (L) and Draymond Green attend a 2023 FIBA World Cup exhibition game between Puerto Rico and the United States at T-Mobile Arena on August 07, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The United States defeated Puerto Rico 117-74. (Ethan Miller/Getty Images) Shortly after Green's physical altercation with Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic, Durant publicly shared his hope that Green would eventually seek the " help he needs." "That was insane to see," Durant said in December. "Glad Nurk is all right. Never seen that before in a basketball court in an NBA game. I hope Draymond gets the help he needs. It's been incident after incident. I know Draymond, and that's not… he hasn't been that way when I was around him and coming into the league. Hopefully, he gets the help he needs to get back on the court and put all this stuff behind him." WARRIORS' DRAYMOND GREEN SAYS HE APPRECIATED THE NBA MAKING HIS SUSPENSION 'INDEFINITE' Green took issue with Durant's comments and decided to fire back during a January edition of his podcast. "I'll tell you, it really p---ed me off when Kevin Durant said, 'He wasn't like that when I was around. I hope he gets the help he needs,'" Green said at the time. Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on November 11, 2023 in San Francisco, California. (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) Green attempted to clarify his most recent assessment of Durant by arguing he was being complimentary of the Suns star. "The world will take this in like the wrong way and try to make it something it's not, when it's actually a compliment. I said Kyrie Irving is the scorer that the world thinks of Kevin Durant. What I meant by that was there are some things at times that you can do to Kevin to make it a little tougher on him. "Why? Because he's seven feet, and he handles the ball a lot. There are times because he's seven feet, if you time it right, you can pressure up and press up into Kevin and make things a little bit tougher. He has to turn his back or something, just get him out of rhythm a little bit." Green then offered a somewhat convoluted rationale behind why he believes Irving's skillset presents such an issue for opposing teams. Kyrie Irving #11 of the Dallas Mavericks goes to the basket during the game on February 6, 2024 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. (David L. Nemec/NBAE via Getty Images) "Kyrie Irving, you can't do anything to make it hard on him," Green asserted. "You can't make the game tough for Kyrie. He's one of the best three-point shooters, he's one of the best mid-rangers, if not arguably the best, he's arguably the best finisher in the NBA. "He has floaters with either hand, he can finish with either hand at the rim, Kyrie can also switch and shoot a mid-range jump shot with his left hand. There's actually nothing you can do to stop Kyrie from scoring. You just try to do all you can to make him take a tough shot and then you gotta live with the results."

5 secret summer-travel packing hacks to maximize carry-on space and minimize stress

Kurt 'The Cyberguy' Knutsson details three vacation destinations for travelers looking to unplug this summer. Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. By entering your email and pushing continue, you are agreeing to Fox News' Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. Please enter a valid email address. With the unofficial start of the summer season upon us, trips to the beach, mountains, abroad or elsewhere are on the calendars of millions of Americans — with packing lists well underway. Bag fees for summer travel can add up, though — and experts say there's a better way. Some baggage fees for major airlines are threatening even the most reasonable of travel budgets, so managing director of 1st Move International Mike Harvey, based in the U.K., shared some tips for how to pack for a summer vacation with nothing but a carry-on. SUMMER TRAVEL: HOW TO PACK A CARRY-ON (AND NOTHING MORE!) THIS VACATION "Travelers are increasingly recognizing the benefits of packing a minimal travel bag, which means reduced stress, faster airport navigation and long-term cost savings on baggage fees," he told Fox News Digital. He added, "A minimal travel bag aids in navigating different transportation and terrains easily." Mike Harvey, managing director of 1st Move International, revealed his top tips for traveling with just a carry-on case this summer. "Packing a minimal travel bag" means "reduced stress," he said. (1st Move International) Harvey said his No. 1 tip for learning how to maximize space in a carry-on bag is to try the Marie Kondo folding technique. Here are more details and five tips. 8 LUGGAGE-PACKING TIPS FOR TRAVELERS LOOKING TO SAVE SPACE — AND MONEY Harvey said this expert tip is a "game-changer." Packing a carry-on bag smartly for summer travel this year can be achieved using some very specific tips. (iStock) "It not only saves space but also makes it easier to see and access each item without messing up the rest of the arrangement," he said in a media statement. 2. Tuck items inside shoes Harvey recommended putting various items inside your shoes within your carry-on bag to take advantage of that empty space. TEXAS FLIGHT ATTENDANT REVEALS BEST TRAVEL TIPS FOR STRESS-FREE SUMMER FLIGHTS Items such as socks, underwear and electronics can be stuffed inside shoes, Harvey said. "This has the added benefit of helping your shoes maintain their shape during travel," he said. During summer travel this year, want to get everything into one carry-on bag? An expert said shoes can be used for tucking away small items. "Place heavier items like shoes and toiletry bags at the bottom, followed by nearly folded clothes arranged vertically," he said in a statement. AIR TRAVEL MADE BETTER: 20 RULES OF AIRPLANE ETIQUETTE NO EVER TELLS YOU (BUT SHOULD) Harvey said by placing your items in a Tetris form, you'll help distribute weight and prevent clothes from wrinkling during travel. He also recommended filling the gaps with smaller items to hold in the formation. Take one carry-on bag, recommended an expert — and "place heavier items like shoes and toiletry bags at the bottom, followed by nearly folded clothes arranged vertically." The moving specialist also said not to sleep on vacuum-sealed bags to compress bigger, bulky items in your carry-on. "Social media users love vacuum-sealed bags for compressing bigger items like jackets and jumpers into flat packages," he said. 'HUSH VACATIONS' TREND AS REMOTE WORKERS SLIP OFF FOR TRAVEL GETAWAYS WITHOUT TELLING THE BOSS Although often used for storage, a vacuum-sealed bag within a carry-on could allow you to take along more items for this year's summer vacation. What about packing jewelry and electronics? There are smart ways to keep these items tangle-free during any summer trip. Keeping necklaces and bracelets tangle-free during travel can be quite a feat for some — and packing electronics can be challenging, too. Purchase jewelry and electronic organizers, said Harvey, to put in a carry-on to ensure chains and wires don't get crossed. electronic organizers help by keeping your accessories and wires tangle-free and within close reach of each other," he said. "So don't have to rummage through your suitcase to locate one small item," he said. Meanwhile, others are hitting pause this summer on travel plans — or driving instead of flying Even as many folks get ready to head out for summer vacation this year, a recent Fox poll found that more than half of Americans are staying home this summer or tweaking their travel plans to be more affordable — starting with Memorial Day weekend. Some travelers this summer are opting to drive rather than fly, according to a recent Fox poll. High prices have affected summer plans "some or a great deal" for the 72% who responded to the Fox poll. "All of it kinda snowballs together, so it's not just one thing that affects it, it's like everything comes together — you have to think of it like one sort of package," said Tiana Armstrong, who had planned on visiting Italy with her partner,

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5 secret summer-travel packing hacks to maximize carry-on space and minimize stress. Kurt 'The Cyberguy' Knutsson details three vacation destinations for travelers looking to unplug this summer. Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. By entering your email and pushing continue, you are agreeing to Fox News' Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. Please enter a valid email address. With the unofficial start of the summer season upon us, trips to the beach, mountains, abroad or elsewhere are on the calendars of millions of Americans — with packing lists well underway. Bag fees for summer travel can add up, though — and experts say there's a better way. Some baggage fees for major airlines are threatening even the most reasonable of travel budgets, so managing director of 1st Move International Mike Harvey, based in the U.K., shared some tips for how to pack for a summer vacation with nothing but a carry-on. SUMMER TRAVEL: HOW TO PACK A CARRY-ON (AND NOTHING MORE!) THIS VACATION "Travelers are increasingly recognizing the benefits of packing a minimal travel bag, which means reduced stress, faster airport navigation and long-term cost savings on baggage fees," he told Fox News Digital. He added, "A minimal travel bag aids in navigating different transportation and terrains easily." Mike Harvey, managing director of 1st Move International, revealed his top tips for traveling with just a carry-on case this summer. "Packing a minimal travel bag" means "reduced stress," he said. (1st Move International) Harvey said his No. 1 tip for learning how to maximize space in a carry-on bag is to try the Marie Kondo folding technique. Here are more details and five tips. 8 LUGGAGE-PACKING TIPS FOR TRAVELERS LOOKING TO SAVE SPACE — AND MONEY Harvey said this expert tip is a "game-changer." Packing a carry-on bag smartly for summer travel this year can be achieved using some very specific tips. (iStock) "It not only saves space but also makes it easier to see and access each item without messing up the rest of the arrangement," he said in a media statement. 2. Tuck items inside shoes Harvey recommended putting various items inside your shoes within your carry-on bag to take advantage of that empty space. TEXAS FLIGHT ATTENDANT REVEALS BEST TRAVEL TIPS FOR STRESS-FREE SUMMER FLIGHTS Items such as socks, underwear and electronics can be stuffed inside shoes, Harvey said. "This has the added benefit of helping your shoes maintain their shape during travel," he said. During summer travel this year, want to get everything into one carry-on bag? An expert said shoes can be used for tucking away small items. "Place heavier items like shoes and toiletry bags at the bottom, followed by nearly folded clothes arranged vertically," he said in a statement. AIR TRAVEL MADE BETTER: 20 RULES OF AIRPLANE ETIQUETTE NO EVER TELLS YOU (BUT SHOULD) Harvey said by placing your items in a Tetris form, you'll help distribute weight and prevent clothes from wrinkling during travel. He also recommended filling the gaps with smaller items to hold in the formation. Take one carry-on bag, recommended an expert — and "place heavier items like shoes and toiletry bags at the bottom, followed by nearly folded clothes arranged vertically." The moving specialist also said not to sleep on vacuum-sealed bags to compress bigger, bulky items in your carry-on. "Social media users love vacuum-sealed bags for compressing bigger items like jackets and jumpers into flat packages," he said. 'HUSH VACATIONS' TREND AS REMOTE WORKERS SLIP OFF FOR TRAVEL GETAWAYS WITHOUT TELLING THE BOSS Although often used for storage, a vacuum-sealed bag within a carry-on could allow you to take along more items for this year's summer vacation. What about packing jewelry and electronics? There are smart ways to keep these items tangle-free during any summer trip. Keeping necklaces and bracelets tangle-free during travel can be quite a feat for some — and packing electronics can be challenging, too. Purchase jewelry and electronic organizers, said Harvey, to put in a carry-on to ensure chains and wires don't get crossed. electronic organizers help by keeping your accessories and wires tangle-free and within close reach of each other," he said. "So don't have to rummage through your suitcase to locate one small item," he said. Meanwhile, others are hitting pause this summer on travel plans — or driving instead of flying Even as many folks get ready to head out for summer vacation this year, a recent Fox poll found that more than half of Americans are staying home this summer or tweaking their travel plans to be more affordable — starting with Memorial Day weekend. Some travelers this summer are opting to drive rather than fly, according to a recent Fox poll. High prices have affected summer plans "some or a great deal" for the 72% who responded to the Fox poll. "All of it kinda snowballs together, so it's not just one thing that affects it, it's like everything comes together — you have to think of it like one sort of package," said Tiana Armstrong, who had planned on visiting Italy with her partner,

Drones impeding wildfire helicopter pilots, Northern mayor says

Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in British Columbia says drones are endangering helicopters being used to fight wildfires near Fort Nelson, which was ordered evacuated earlier this month. drones can be an excellent tool, but under the circumstances where 20 helicopters are flying around, he says drones are "nothing but hazards." Fraser says helicopter pilots fighting wildfires are under an immense amount of stress, and says they cannot be looking out for drones, warning "they will cause these guys to crash." Fraser says he would take out a drone with a 12-gauge shotgun if he could, but he's not allowed, so he says people caught using drones in the wildfire evacuation areas will be prosecuted "to the biggest limit" possible. He says people in the evacuation zone have also caused damage to structural protection hoses by driving over them, and have been speeding through areas and catching fire crews off guard. Fraser says they've begun preliminary work on getting Fort Nelson back up and running by focusing on "essential businesses," pleading with evacuees to be patient as the fire fight continues.

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Drones impeding wildfire helicopter pilots, Northern mayor says. Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in British Columbia says drones are endangering helicopters being used to fight wildfires near Fort Nelson, which was ordered evacuated earlier this month. drones can be an excellent tool, but under the circumstances where 20 helicopters are flying around, he says drones are "nothing but hazards." Fraser says helicopter pilots fighting wildfires are under an immense amount of stress, and says they cannot be looking out for drones, warning "they will cause these guys to crash." Fraser says he would take out a drone with a 12-gauge shotgun if he could, but he's not allowed, so he says people caught using drones in the wildfire evacuation areas will be prosecuted "to the biggest limit" possible. He says people in the evacuation zone have also caused damage to structural protection hoses by driving over them, and have been speeding through areas and catching fire crews off guard. Fraser says they've begun preliminary work on getting Fort Nelson back up and running by focusing on "essential businesses," pleading with evacuees to be patient as the fire fight continues.

Univ. of Washington researchers use origami folds to control descent of tiny robotic microfliers

Researchers at the University of Washington developed small robotic devices that can change how they move through the air by “snapping” into a folded position during their descent. Shown here is a “microflier” falling in the folded state. (UW Photo / Mark Stone) Tiny robots developed at the University of Washington might look like leaves that could have fallen from a tree, but the control the devices use in getting to the ground is what sets them apart. The little “microfliers” use a form of origami called the Miura-ori fold , named for Japanese astrophysicist Kōryō Miura , who developed the method for folding a flat sheet of paper into a smaller area. After being dropped by a drone, the devices go from flat and tumbling to the ground, to folded and falling straight down. The timing of the transition from flat to folded is controlled by a few methods: an onboard pressure sensor (estimating altitude), an onboard timer or a Bluetooth signal. Each device weighs about 400 milligrams and can travel about 100 yards when dropped from a height of 131 feet. The microfliers carry an onboard battery-free actuator, a solar power-harvesting circuit and controller to trigger the shape changes in mid-air. The microfliers have the capacity to carry onboard sensors to survey temperature, humidity and other data while soaring, to measure various environmental and atmospheric conditions as they descend. A network of such devices could help researchers paint a picture of what’s happening for different applications, including digital agriculture and monitoring climate change, according to the researchers’ website . The team published results of its research on Wednesday in Science Robotics. “Using origami opens up a new design space for microfliers,” said co-senior author Vikram Iyer , UW assistant professor in the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, in a statement. He said the method “highly energy efficient” and said it “allows us to have battery-free control over microflier descent, which was not possible before.” Iyer, a former GeekWire Geek of the Week , has been involved in several high-profile projects at the UW using tiny robots featuring low power and low weight. He helped attach a tiny robotic camera to the back of a live beetle in 2020. He put tiny tracking technology on Asian giant hornets in Washington state to help find their nests. And before origami became their latest technique, Iyer and researchers were mimicking dandelion seeds riding the wind . Additional co-authors on the paper are Kyle Johnson and Vicente Arroyos , both UW doctoral students in the Allen School; Amélie Ferran , a UW doctoral student in the mechanical engineering department; Raul Villanueva , Dennis Yin and Tilboon Elberier , who completed this work as UW undergraduate students studying electrical and computer engineering; Alberto Aliseda , UW professor of mechanical engineering; Sawyer Fuller , UW assistant professor of mechanical engineering; and Shyam Gollakota , UW professor in the Allen School. Watch Johnson demonstrate how to fold a paper microflier in this video:

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Univ. of Washington researchers use origami folds to control descent of tiny robotic microfliers. Researchers at the University of Washington developed small robotic devices that can change how they move through the air by “snapping” into a folded position during their descent. Shown here is a “microflier” falling in the folded state. (UW Photo / Mark Stone) Tiny robots developed at the University of Washington might look like leaves that could have fallen from a tree, but the control the devices use in getting to the ground is what sets them apart. The little “microfliers” use a form of origami called the Miura-ori fold , named for Japanese astrophysicist Kōryō Miura , who developed the method for folding a flat sheet of paper into a smaller area. After being dropped by a drone, the devices go from flat and tumbling to the ground, to folded and falling straight down. The timing of the transition from flat to folded is controlled by a few methods: an onboard pressure sensor (estimating altitude), an onboard timer or a Bluetooth signal. Each device weighs about 400 milligrams and can travel about 100 yards when dropped from a height of 131 feet. The microfliers carry an onboard battery-free actuator, a solar power-harvesting circuit and controller to trigger the shape changes in mid-air. The microfliers have the capacity to carry onboard sensors to survey temperature, humidity and other data while soaring, to measure various environmental and atmospheric conditions as they descend. A network of such devices could help researchers paint a picture of what’s happening for different applications, including digital agriculture and monitoring climate change, according to the researchers’ website . The team published results of its research on Wednesday in Science Robotics. “Using origami opens up a new design space for microfliers,” said co-senior author Vikram Iyer , UW assistant professor in the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, in a statement. He said the method “highly energy efficient” and said it “allows us to have battery-free control over microflier descent, which was not possible before.” Iyer, a former GeekWire Geek of the Week , has been involved in several high-profile projects at the UW using tiny robots featuring low power and low weight. He helped attach a tiny robotic camera to the back of a live beetle in 2020. He put tiny tracking technology on Asian giant hornets in Washington state to help find their nests. And before origami became their latest technique, Iyer and researchers were mimicking dandelion seeds riding the wind . Additional co-authors on the paper are Kyle Johnson and Vicente Arroyos , both UW doctoral students in the Allen School; Amélie Ferran , a UW doctoral student in the mechanical engineering department; Raul Villanueva , Dennis Yin and Tilboon Elberier , who completed this work as UW undergraduate students studying electrical and computer engineering; Alberto Aliseda , UW professor of mechanical engineering; Sawyer Fuller , UW assistant professor of mechanical engineering; and Shyam Gollakota , UW professor in the Allen School. Watch Johnson demonstrate how to fold a paper microflier in this video:

Why Binance gets ready to continue fight with SEC?

The American division of the Binance cryptocurrency exchange, Binance.US, is preparing for a new fight with American regulators. released a statement declaring its readiness to continue to fight the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ( SEC ). The platform team recalled that the court ruled that the regulator's case against Binance.US will be continued. "We were prepared for this and look forward to having this case move forward in the judicial process." Binance.US statement The team reminded that Binance.US was founded to serve clients according to U.S. rules and regulations. Additionally, the platform claims to have used the SEC's limited guidance to the industry to conduct business in compliance. "We, like many companies in our industry, have fallen victim to the SEC's regulation by enforcement approach and politically motivated overreach under its current leadership." Binance.US statement Binance.US emphasized that the SEC has yet to identify any evidence of wrongdoing by the exchange during its 11-month process. Therefore, the SEC's case must be supported by the facts or the law, and the Commission needs more authority to bring a claim. "Our business is on strong footing, and our commitment to giving Americans access to digital assets remains unchanged. The fight continues." Binance.US statement U.S. court allows SEC to continue case against Binance On June 28, the U.S. court rejected Binance's motion to dismiss the SEC case on most counts. The exchange failed to convince a U.S. court to dismiss most of the charges brought against it by the SEC. Judge Amy Berman Jackson granted the exchange's request to withdraw the regulator's claims regarding secondary sales of the BNB token, the BUSD stablecoin offering, and the Simple Earn product. The SEC's investigation will continue into the ICO and subsequent sales of the BNB platform, the BNB Vault program, failure to register, and failure to comply with anti-fraud regulations. The same goes for the staking service on Binance. Additionally, SEC charges against former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao remain in force. The regulator argues that it acted as a "controlling person" and that the trading platform was required to register under the Exchange Act. You might also like: Binance.US COO claims SEC lawsuit led to banks withdrawing support, strangling business What the experts say Wow, big loss for the SEC in Binance re: secondary sales. I was expecting this type of analysis from Failla, but Berman seems to have given it instead. pic.twitter.com/5vPPew4WLl — Scott Johnsson (@SGJohnsson) You can fully expect @SECGov lawyers can no longer argue that the @Ripple ruling was merely an outlier that no other judges agree with. — Eleanor Terrett (@EleanorTerrett) Binance's legal proceedings with American regulators filed a lawsuit against Binance, Zhao, and several affiliated companies for violating securities trading regulations. It follows from the court document that the Commission recognized the BNB token and the BUSD stablecoin, which bears the exchange's brand, as securities. Binance emphasized its intention to defend itself against the SEC's charges. The exchange blames the agency for the lack of productive interaction and failure to provide clarity and guidance to the digital assets sector. You might also like: Binance under fire: prosecutors eye 5-year oversight Binance settled the claims of the U.S. Department of Justice ( DOJ ) regarding violation of the sanctions regime and money laundering, agreeing to pay $4.3 billion. The fine for Zhao personally amounted to $50 million. In December 2023, the regulator published a series of documents containing, among other things, previously undisclosed evidence and admissions of guilt by the trading platform. The SEC took notice and stated that it plans to continue legal proceedings against Binance despite the settlement with the DOJ. According to regulator representatives, the federal court should consider all statements and admissions made by the exchange and Zhao on Nov. 21, 2023. For example, in an agreement with the DOJ, the crypto exchange admitted that it knowingly violated the law. However, in the SEC case, the platform argued that the Commission never notified it of non-compliance with the securities regulations. How the lawsuit against Binance affected the crypto market Legal problems have affected Binance's market position. Binance claims the SEC is overreacting, and its former CEO, Zhao, defends the company's practices. However, the cryptocurrency market remains cautious as it watches these legal proceedings unfold. SEC continues to take enforcement action against crypto firms. SEC Chairman Gary Gensler argues that most digital assets are unregistered securities and that the regulator is committed to regulating the industry.

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Why Binance gets ready to continue fight with SEC?. The American division of the Binance cryptocurrency exchange, Binance.US, is preparing for a new fight with American regulators. released a statement declaring its readiness to continue to fight the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ( SEC ). The platform team recalled that the court ruled that the regulator's case against Binance.US will be continued. "We were prepared for this and look forward to having this case move forward in the judicial process." Binance.US statement The team reminded that Binance.US was founded to serve clients according to U.S. rules and regulations. Additionally, the platform claims to have used the SEC's limited guidance to the industry to conduct business in compliance. "We, like many companies in our industry, have fallen victim to the SEC's regulation by enforcement approach and politically motivated overreach under its current leadership." Binance.US statement Binance.US emphasized that the SEC has yet to identify any evidence of wrongdoing by the exchange during its 11-month process. Therefore, the SEC's case must be supported by the facts or the law, and the Commission needs more authority to bring a claim. "Our business is on strong footing, and our commitment to giving Americans access to digital assets remains unchanged. The fight continues." Binance.US statement U.S. court allows SEC to continue case against Binance On June 28, the U.S. court rejected Binance's motion to dismiss the SEC case on most counts. The exchange failed to convince a U.S. court to dismiss most of the charges brought against it by the SEC. Judge Amy Berman Jackson granted the exchange's request to withdraw the regulator's claims regarding secondary sales of the BNB token, the BUSD stablecoin offering, and the Simple Earn product. The SEC's investigation will continue into the ICO and subsequent sales of the BNB platform, the BNB Vault program, failure to register, and failure to comply with anti-fraud regulations. The same goes for the staking service on Binance. Additionally, SEC charges against former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao remain in force. The regulator argues that it acted as a "controlling person" and that the trading platform was required to register under the Exchange Act. You might also like: Binance.US COO claims SEC lawsuit led to banks withdrawing support, strangling business What the experts say Wow, big loss for the SEC in Binance re: secondary sales. I was expecting this type of analysis from Failla, but Berman seems to have given it instead. pic.twitter.com/5vPPew4WLl — Scott Johnsson (@SGJohnsson) You can fully expect @SECGov lawyers can no longer argue that the @Ripple ruling was merely an outlier that no other judges agree with. — Eleanor Terrett (@EleanorTerrett) Binance's legal proceedings with American regulators filed a lawsuit against Binance, Zhao, and several affiliated companies for violating securities trading regulations. It follows from the court document that the Commission recognized the BNB token and the BUSD stablecoin, which bears the exchange's brand, as securities. Binance emphasized its intention to defend itself against the SEC's charges. The exchange blames the agency for the lack of productive interaction and failure to provide clarity and guidance to the digital assets sector. You might also like: Binance under fire: prosecutors eye 5-year oversight Binance settled the claims of the U.S. Department of Justice ( DOJ ) regarding violation of the sanctions regime and money laundering, agreeing to pay $4.3 billion. The fine for Zhao personally amounted to $50 million. In December 2023, the regulator published a series of documents containing, among other things, previously undisclosed evidence and admissions of guilt by the trading platform. The SEC took notice and stated that it plans to continue legal proceedings against Binance despite the settlement with the DOJ. According to regulator representatives, the federal court should consider all statements and admissions made by the exchange and Zhao on Nov. 21, 2023. For example, in an agreement with the DOJ, the crypto exchange admitted that it knowingly violated the law. However, in the SEC case, the platform argued that the Commission never notified it of non-compliance with the securities regulations. How the lawsuit against Binance affected the crypto market Legal problems have affected Binance's market position. Binance claims the SEC is overreacting, and its former CEO, Zhao, defends the company's practices. However, the cryptocurrency market remains cautious as it watches these legal proceedings unfold. SEC continues to take enforcement action against crypto firms. SEC Chairman Gary Gensler argues that most digital assets are unregistered securities and that the regulator is committed to regulating the industry.

USPS mail carrier shot and killed on the job, police offering $250K reward for info

Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. Notice of Financial Incentive. To access the content, check your email and follow the instructions provided. Having trouble? Click here. A quarter-million dollar reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for shooting and killing a U.S. Postal Service carrier. Warren, Ohio, say they responded to a call Saturday around 1:44 p.m. in reference to shots being fired. When they arrived, 33-year-old USPS employee Jonte Davis, who was on the job at the time, was found suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigators believe Davis was shot while inside his work van by a suspect in another vehicle. Officers and emergency medical technicians tried to save him on scene, but he was taken to a hospital where he later died. CALIFORNIA MEN IN MASKS KILL 4, INJURE 3 AT PARTY, POLICE SAY USPS delivery van is seen in Chicago on Oct. 14, 2022. (Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images) A suspect's vehicle was located on a home's driveway within a few hours, Warren Police Department said in a Facebook statement. A search warrant for the home and vehicle were obtained and executed. "Evidence, including the suspect vehicle, was recovered and several individuals were transported to the Warren Police Department to be interviewed," the police statement said. No one is in custody at this time for what police call a "targeted attack." It is believed the suspect and victim knew each other. The U.S. Postal Service and Federal Bureau of Investigation are assisting with the U.S. Postal Service vehicle in downtown Chicago on Oct. 19, 2022. (Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images) The U.S. Postal Inspection Service announced the $250,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect or suspects involved in the homicide, according to a press release obtained by WJW-TV. "He was kind and happy a family man," Davis family friend Tracay Kindler told WKYC-TV. "He wasn't on the streets doing anything illegal, he was trying to provide for his family." The FBI seal is displayed on a podium before a news conference at the agency's headquarters in Washington. The agency is assisting in the investigation of the mail carrier homicide. A witness told the media outlet he heard six shots before he and his wife ran up to the van, finding Davis injured but still alive.

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USPS mail carrier shot and killed on the job, police offering $250K reward for info. Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. Notice of Financial Incentive. To access the content, check your email and follow the instructions provided. Having trouble? Click here. A quarter-million dollar reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for shooting and killing a U.S. Postal Service carrier. Warren, Ohio, say they responded to a call Saturday around 1:44 p.m. in reference to shots being fired. When they arrived, 33-year-old USPS employee Jonte Davis, who was on the job at the time, was found suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigators believe Davis was shot while inside his work van by a suspect in another vehicle. Officers and emergency medical technicians tried to save him on scene, but he was taken to a hospital where he later died. CALIFORNIA MEN IN MASKS KILL 4, INJURE 3 AT PARTY, POLICE SAY USPS delivery van is seen in Chicago on Oct. 14, 2022. (Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images) A suspect's vehicle was located on a home's driveway within a few hours, Warren Police Department said in a Facebook statement. A search warrant for the home and vehicle were obtained and executed. "Evidence, including the suspect vehicle, was recovered and several individuals were transported to the Warren Police Department to be interviewed," the police statement said. No one is in custody at this time for what police call a "targeted attack." It is believed the suspect and victim knew each other. The U.S. Postal Service and Federal Bureau of Investigation are assisting with the U.S. Postal Service vehicle in downtown Chicago on Oct. 19, 2022. (Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images) The U.S. Postal Inspection Service announced the $250,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect or suspects involved in the homicide, according to a press release obtained by WJW-TV. "He was kind and happy a family man," Davis family friend Tracay Kindler told WKYC-TV. "He wasn't on the streets doing anything illegal, he was trying to provide for his family." The FBI seal is displayed on a podium before a news conference at the agency's headquarters in Washington. The agency is assisting in the investigation of the mail carrier homicide. A witness told the media outlet he heard six shots before he and his wife ran up to the van, finding Davis injured but still alive.

Large amount of lobster dumped along Ontario highway east of North Bay: police

BONFIELD, ONT. — Ontario Provincial Police say they found a large amount of lobster that had been dumped along a highway east of North Bay. Police say they received calls about lobster on the shoulder of Highway 17 in Bonfield on Tuesday. They say it was disposed of "for unknown reasons." Officers are reminding the public that it's illegal to litter or dump items along the highway. They say it can also cause safety issues when it attracts wildlife to the road. Police are asking anyone with information about the discarded lobster to contact them. This report by The Canadian Press was first published on July 5, 2024.

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Large amount of lobster dumped along Ontario highway east of North Bay: police. BONFIELD, ONT. — Ontario Provincial Police say they found a large amount of lobster that had been dumped along a highway east of North Bay. Police say they received calls about lobster on the shoulder of Highway 17 in Bonfield on Tuesday. They say it was disposed of "for unknown reasons." Officers are reminding the public that it's illegal to litter or dump items along the highway. They say it can also cause safety issues when it attracts wildlife to the road. Police are asking anyone with information about the discarded lobster to contact them. This report by The Canadian Press was first published on July 5, 2024.

Find TFG at Local Government Conferences Nationwide

TFG, a leading provider of federal advocacy and grant services, continues to demonstrate its commitment to local communities through active participation in conferences across the nation. "Attending these conferences is invaluable for TFG," said Roger Gwinn, TFG CEO. "Having our team present and engaging directly with those working at the community level gives us insight into the challenges communities are facing and allows us to tailor our services to meet those needs." Engaging directly with those working at the community level gives TFG insight into the challenges communities are facing Pittsburgh, Penn. Zachary Israel, Principal and Manager of Legislative Affairs, and Heidi Schott, Grants Principal, are slated to present at the ICMA 2024 Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in September. This conference, renowned for its educational sessions, will feature a diverse range of topics pertinent to local government leaders. TFG's presentation on September 23 will build on the success of their previous sessions and explore innovative strategies for securing federal funding in an election year. Roger Gwinn, Jennifer Imo, Managing Partner of Advocacy, and Kristi More, Managing Partner of Grants, will also attend the annual conference. California State Association of Counties Annual Conference | Kristi More and Heidi Schott along with Kristen Long, Senior Grants Specialist, and Chris Wagoner, Grants Specialist, will attend the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) 130 th Annual Meeting in Los Angeles County in November. TFG and CSAC partnered to create the CSAC Grants Initiative (CGI) to help connect counties with federal, state, and foundation grants. CGI leverages CSAC's knowledge of California communities and TFG's over 40 years of experience to provide direct grant services to all American Municipal Power Conference | TFG will also participate in the 2024 Annual AMP Conference in October. This conference brings together public power stakeholders to discuss issues and technologies affecting municipal systems, local government, and the electric utility industry in general. TFG will offer participants specialized federal funding information tailored to specific projects. In 2023, Chris Griffin, Senior Associate, and Wyatt Fritz, Grants Analyst, attended the conference to meet with AMP members and offer tailored funding opportunities to support priority projects and will do so again this year. National Association of Counties (NACo) 2024 Annual Conference | Additionally, TFG will attend the National Association of Counties (NACo) 2024 Annual Conference in July. NACo brings together leaders from over 3,000 counties nationwide to discuss the impact of federal policies on counties, hold workshops highlighting best practices, and provide opportunities for county leaders to connect. With county clients in 11 states, NACo not only represents an opportunity for TFG professionals to meet with clients but also to gain valuable insight into the topic issues impacting county government. Here is what TFG experts have been up to this past year: American Public Power Association (APPA) Legislative Rally | Chris Kearney, Principal, and Lane Dickson, Principal, attended the American Public Power Association Legislative Rally with clients in February. This event brings public power utilities from across the country to D.C. to explain the impact of federal action at the local level to members of Congress and agency leaders. Association of California Water Associations (ACWA) Conferences | TFG is an active participant in Association of California Water Associations (ACWA) events throughout the year. In February, the National ACWA DC2024 Conference brought water managers from throughout California to D.C. Lane Dickson and Chris Kearney participated in the fly-in with multiple clients—helping to set up and attend congressional meetings as well as meetings with federal agencies. Lane also served as a conference panelist and spoke to attendees about effective advocacy strategies at the federal level. Chris offered his expert perspective on a panel about current water-related legislation in the 118 th Congress as well as the potential impact of the 2024 elections on legislation in the upcoming Congressional session. Each year, TFG water experts also attend the ACWA Fall and Spring Annual Conferences and Expos held in Family Farm Alliance Annual Conference | Family Farm Alliance advocates on behalf of western irrigated agriculture to protect water resources and food security. Mark Limbaugh, President, moderated a panel on key federal policies relevant to western water stakeholders at the Annual Conference titled "Resilience in Every Drop: Safeguarding America's Food Security" in February. ICMA Local Government Reimagined Conferences | Roger Gwinn, TFG CEO, and Nicole Sibilski, TFG Senior Grants Specialist presented, " Prompt Engineering: How Local Governments Should Utilize AI as Part of a Federal Funding Strategy," at the ICMA Local Government Reimagined Conference in Palm Desert, California. The presentation focused on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the federal funding process. In April, TFG also participated in the ICMA Boston Local Government Reimagined Conference and NACA Idea Exchange regarding the implications of AI on public policy. Idaho Water Users Association Annual Convention | Idaho Water Users Convention brings together a broad array of water users to present innovative water use approaches for this generation and the next. Mark Limbaugh served as a panelist to provide a federal update on the latest legislative, grant, and regulatory information relevant to In June, the Kentucky Oil and Gas Association held the Kentucky Hydrogen Summit which offered informative session on hydrogen production and applications including low-carbon technologies. Chris Kearney presented an update from Washington, D.C. and provided insights into the impact of federal regulations on small oil and gas operators. Co-hosted by the United States Bureau of Reclamation (USBR), the Mid-Pacific Water Users' Conference is attended by managers, directors, operations and management personnel, consultants, and representatives from districts served by USBR facilities in Kaj Gumbs, Associate, attended the NLC Congressional City Conference in March. Thousands of city leaders attend this conference to learn and advocate on behalf of cities nationwide. TFG partners with cites in 17 different states and the conference enables our advocates the chance to connect with council members and city staff as well as learn about the key priority initiatives being advanced by NLC at the federal level. North Carolina Law Enforcement Planners and Analysts Association (NCLEPAA) Annual Conference | Annual Conference highlighted topics in public safety including grant opportunities and 21 st century technology. Dan Miglin, TFG Grants Specialist with over two decades of experience as a grant writer and over 30 years in law enforcement, presented in-depth insights into grant proposal development to conference attendees. U.S. Conference of Mayors. Each year, mayors from across the country come together in Western States Water Council's mission is to achieve cooperation among 18 western states to advance conservation, development, and management of water resources. Lane Dickson spoke on a panel to the Council's Water Resources Committee regarding OpenET water data management and other policy efforts at the 2024 Spring Meetings and Washington Roundtable. Founded in 1982, TFG has a long history of providing federal advocacy and grant services for over 200 entities across 31 states, including cities, counties, special districts, and public and private agencies. Since 2015 alone, TFG has helped clients secure over

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Find TFG at Local Government Conferences Nationwide. TFG, a leading provider of federal advocacy and grant services, continues to demonstrate its commitment to local communities through active participation in conferences across the nation. "Attending these conferences is invaluable for TFG," said Roger Gwinn, TFG CEO. "Having our team present and engaging directly with those working at the community level gives us insight into the challenges communities are facing and allows us to tailor our services to meet those needs." Engaging directly with those working at the community level gives TFG insight into the challenges communities are facing Pittsburgh, Penn. Zachary Israel, Principal and Manager of Legislative Affairs, and Heidi Schott, Grants Principal, are slated to present at the ICMA 2024 Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in September. This conference, renowned for its educational sessions, will feature a diverse range of topics pertinent to local government leaders. TFG's presentation on September 23 will build on the success of their previous sessions and explore innovative strategies for securing federal funding in an election year. Roger Gwinn, Jennifer Imo, Managing Partner of Advocacy, and Kristi More, Managing Partner of Grants, will also attend the annual conference. California State Association of Counties Annual Conference | Kristi More and Heidi Schott along with Kristen Long, Senior Grants Specialist, and Chris Wagoner, Grants Specialist, will attend the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) 130 th Annual Meeting in Los Angeles County in November. TFG and CSAC partnered to create the CSAC Grants Initiative (CGI) to help connect counties with federal, state, and foundation grants. CGI leverages CSAC's knowledge of California communities and TFG's over 40 years of experience to provide direct grant services to all American Municipal Power Conference | TFG will also participate in the 2024 Annual AMP Conference in October. This conference brings together public power stakeholders to discuss issues and technologies affecting municipal systems, local government, and the electric utility industry in general. TFG will offer participants specialized federal funding information tailored to specific projects. In 2023, Chris Griffin, Senior Associate, and Wyatt Fritz, Grants Analyst, attended the conference to meet with AMP members and offer tailored funding opportunities to support priority projects and will do so again this year. National Association of Counties (NACo) 2024 Annual Conference | Additionally, TFG will attend the National Association of Counties (NACo) 2024 Annual Conference in July. NACo brings together leaders from over 3,000 counties nationwide to discuss the impact of federal policies on counties, hold workshops highlighting best practices, and provide opportunities for county leaders to connect. With county clients in 11 states, NACo not only represents an opportunity for TFG professionals to meet with clients but also to gain valuable insight into the topic issues impacting county government. Here is what TFG experts have been up to this past year: American Public Power Association (APPA) Legislative Rally | Chris Kearney, Principal, and Lane Dickson, Principal, attended the American Public Power Association Legislative Rally with clients in February. This event brings public power utilities from across the country to D.C. to explain the impact of federal action at the local level to members of Congress and agency leaders. Association of California Water Associations (ACWA) Conferences | TFG is an active participant in Association of California Water Associations (ACWA) events throughout the year. In February, the National ACWA DC2024 Conference brought water managers from throughout California to D.C. Lane Dickson and Chris Kearney participated in the fly-in with multiple clients—helping to set up and attend congressional meetings as well as meetings with federal agencies. Lane also served as a conference panelist and spoke to attendees about effective advocacy strategies at the federal level. Chris offered his expert perspective on a panel about current water-related legislation in the 118 th Congress as well as the potential impact of the 2024 elections on legislation in the upcoming Congressional session. Each year, TFG water experts also attend the ACWA Fall and Spring Annual Conferences and Expos held in Family Farm Alliance Annual Conference | Family Farm Alliance advocates on behalf of western irrigated agriculture to protect water resources and food security. Mark Limbaugh, President, moderated a panel on key federal policies relevant to western water stakeholders at the Annual Conference titled "Resilience in Every Drop: Safeguarding America's Food Security" in February. ICMA Local Government Reimagined Conferences | Roger Gwinn, TFG CEO, and Nicole Sibilski, TFG Senior Grants Specialist presented, " Prompt Engineering: How Local Governments Should Utilize AI as Part of a Federal Funding Strategy," at the ICMA Local Government Reimagined Conference in Palm Desert, California. The presentation focused on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the federal funding process. In April, TFG also participated in the ICMA Boston Local Government Reimagined Conference and NACA Idea Exchange regarding the implications of AI on public policy. Idaho Water Users Association Annual Convention | Idaho Water Users Convention brings together a broad array of water users to present innovative water use approaches for this generation and the next. Mark Limbaugh served as a panelist to provide a federal update on the latest legislative, grant, and regulatory information relevant to In June, the Kentucky Oil and Gas Association held the Kentucky Hydrogen Summit which offered informative session on hydrogen production and applications including low-carbon technologies. Chris Kearney presented an update from Washington, D.C. and provided insights into the impact of federal regulations on small oil and gas operators. Co-hosted by the United States Bureau of Reclamation (USBR), the Mid-Pacific Water Users' Conference is attended by managers, directors, operations and management personnel, consultants, and representatives from districts served by USBR facilities in Kaj Gumbs, Associate, attended the NLC Congressional City Conference in March. Thousands of city leaders attend this conference to learn and advocate on behalf of cities nationwide. TFG partners with cites in 17 different states and the conference enables our advocates the chance to connect with council members and city staff as well as learn about the key priority initiatives being advanced by NLC at the federal level. North Carolina Law Enforcement Planners and Analysts Association (NCLEPAA) Annual Conference | Annual Conference highlighted topics in public safety including grant opportunities and 21 st century technology. Dan Miglin, TFG Grants Specialist with over two decades of experience as a grant writer and over 30 years in law enforcement, presented in-depth insights into grant proposal development to conference attendees. U.S. Conference of Mayors. Each year, mayors from across the country come together in Western States Water Council's mission is to achieve cooperation among 18 western states to advance conservation, development, and management of water resources. Lane Dickson spoke on a panel to the Council's Water Resources Committee regarding OpenET water data management and other policy efforts at the 2024 Spring Meetings and Washington Roundtable. Founded in 1982, TFG has a long history of providing federal advocacy and grant services for over 200 entities across 31 states, including cities, counties, special districts, and public and private agencies. Since 2015 alone, TFG has helped clients secure over

Let’s speculate wildly about Tesla’s three mystery vehicles

Tesla’s current and future vehicle lineup. | Image: Tesla Tesla CEO Elon Musk teased three new vehicles during his presentation at the company’s annual shareholder meeting on Thursday — one more than what he showed off during the Master Plan Part 3 event last year . In a slide showing the company’s current lineup — Models S, X, 3, Y, the Tesla Semi, and Cybertruck — three shrouded vehicles were also included. “Obviously we’ve got some new products that we’re working on under the covers,” Musk said. “I think these are going to be pretty special.” “Obviously we’ve got some new products that we’re working on under the covers.” And that was basically it. No other details were divulged. Sure, Musk was in a giddy mood considering his shareholders just handed him a victory by reapproving his enormous $50 billion compensation package. But even the world’s most hyperbolic CEO stayed tight-lipped about what was in the pipeline. So let’s speculate. One of those vehicles is probably the robotaxi, which Musk has said will get a proper reveal on August 8th. He even gave it a new name during a recent earnings call: “Cybercab.” Which one do we think is the robotaxi? I’m guessing it’s the one on the far right, closest to the Cybertruck. Musk is going to want to pair his two most futuristic vehicles together like two low-poly peas in a pod. Image: Tesla A slide from last year’s Master Plan Part 3 presentation. But then again, maybe the robotaxi is the more van-shaped vehicle on the left. If this is Tesla’s first purpose-built autonomous vehicle, the one made for the ridehailing network that Musk has described as a cross between Uber and Airbnb , wouldn’t they want something a bit more high capacity — something that can squeeze in more passengers than a Model Y? Waymo’s first robotaxi was a Chrysler Pacifica minivan. It would be pretty hilarious if Tesla followed suit by introducing its own robot van. During the presentation, a shareholder asked Musk whether he would make a more high volume electric van with enough room for 13 passengers. Musk laughed and said he would “add it to my list.” Tesla has dropped hints about a van before. In its Master Plan Part Deux , the company said it was developing “high passenger-density urban transport” and also suggested that autonomous buses could be deployed. I happen to think both of those ideas are fully dead given Musk’s notorious disdain for public transportation . But in Master Plan Part 3 , the company lists “bus” and “commercial/passenger vans” as “TBD.” So maybe it’s not dead? So, if the robotaxi is on the right and the boxy vehicle on the left is some kind of van, what’s that vehicle in the upper left? Could it be the long-awaited refreshed Tesla Roadster ? Or is it some kind of compact, more affordable “Model 2”? The saga of the Model 2 — a name that Musk has never confirmed — has been a rollercoaster . Tesla bulls and investors have been trying to will it into existence for years, even though Musk has never really been fully on board. Even as far back as the Master Plan Part Deux (released in 2016), Musk said that a lower-cost vehicle cheaper than the Model 3 “is unlikely to be necessary.” Earlier this year, Musk was basically bullied by investors into recommitting to the Model 2 , promising lower-cost models in the years to come. But the man is clearly tired of running a car company. To him, AI and robots are the future. During yesterday’s presentation, he spent several minutes excitedly discussing Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robots — while barely paying lip service to the company’s actual vehicular products. In his mind, Tesla’s future won’t be rolling on four wheels but, rather, walking on two legs.

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Let’s speculate wildly about Tesla’s three mystery vehicles. Tesla’s current and future vehicle lineup. | Image: Tesla Tesla CEO Elon Musk teased three new vehicles during his presentation at the company’s annual shareholder meeting on Thursday — one more than what he showed off during the Master Plan Part 3 event last year . In a slide showing the company’s current lineup — Models S, X, 3, Y, the Tesla Semi, and Cybertruck — three shrouded vehicles were also included. “Obviously we’ve got some new products that we’re working on under the covers,” Musk said. “I think these are going to be pretty special.” “Obviously we’ve got some new products that we’re working on under the covers.” And that was basically it. No other details were divulged. Sure, Musk was in a giddy mood considering his shareholders just handed him a victory by reapproving his enormous $50 billion compensation package. But even the world’s most hyperbolic CEO stayed tight-lipped about what was in the pipeline. So let’s speculate. One of those vehicles is probably the robotaxi, which Musk has said will get a proper reveal on August 8th. He even gave it a new name during a recent earnings call: “Cybercab.” Which one do we think is the robotaxi? I’m guessing it’s the one on the far right, closest to the Cybertruck. Musk is going to want to pair his two most futuristic vehicles together like two low-poly peas in a pod. Image: Tesla A slide from last year’s Master Plan Part 3 presentation. But then again, maybe the robotaxi is the more van-shaped vehicle on the left. If this is Tesla’s first purpose-built autonomous vehicle, the one made for the ridehailing network that Musk has described as a cross between Uber and Airbnb , wouldn’t they want something a bit more high capacity — something that can squeeze in more passengers than a Model Y? Waymo’s first robotaxi was a Chrysler Pacifica minivan. It would be pretty hilarious if Tesla followed suit by introducing its own robot van. During the presentation, a shareholder asked Musk whether he would make a more high volume electric van with enough room for 13 passengers. Musk laughed and said he would “add it to my list.” Tesla has dropped hints about a van before. In its Master Plan Part Deux , the company said it was developing “high passenger-density urban transport” and also suggested that autonomous buses could be deployed. I happen to think both of those ideas are fully dead given Musk’s notorious disdain for public transportation . But in Master Plan Part 3 , the company lists “bus” and “commercial/passenger vans” as “TBD.” So maybe it’s not dead? So, if the robotaxi is on the right and the boxy vehicle on the left is some kind of van, what’s that vehicle in the upper left? Could it be the long-awaited refreshed Tesla Roadster ? Or is it some kind of compact, more affordable “Model 2”? The saga of the Model 2 — a name that Musk has never confirmed — has been a rollercoaster . Tesla bulls and investors have been trying to will it into existence for years, even though Musk has never really been fully on board. Even as far back as the Master Plan Part Deux (released in 2016), Musk said that a lower-cost vehicle cheaper than the Model 3 “is unlikely to be necessary.” Earlier this year, Musk was basically bullied by investors into recommitting to the Model 2 , promising lower-cost models in the years to come. But the man is clearly tired of running a car company. To him, AI and robots are the future. During yesterday’s presentation, he spent several minutes excitedly discussing Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robots — while barely paying lip service to the company’s actual vehicular products. In his mind, Tesla’s future won’t be rolling on four wheels but, rather, walking on two legs.

U.S. Army Launching High-Altitude Balloons As Part Of Pacific Exercise.

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U.S. Army Launching High-Altitude Balloons As Part Of Pacific Exercise..

The year’s halfway mark is a good time to sit back and take stock

Whisper it, but it is the end of June, a week past the solstice. The second half of the year starts here. I can't help but feel a creeping urgency. So, time to sit back, breathe in, take stock. It's been an odd allotment year here in northwest London. Our early summer growth was unusually slow and, like many others, we have been a bit plagued by greedy gastropods. Time then to show some appreciation. Our beautiful crimson-flowered broad beans will soon be ready to crop. We and the bees are happy. There are assorted salad leaves sprouting. The Spencer sweet peas are clinging and climbing. Soon there'll be glorious scent. In late spring, Howard found an old painted mountain corn cob. We sowed in trays and transplanted the propagated shoots to the plot. In two patches, with seedlings planted close-ish together. We have hopes for colourful results The third sowing of tear peas, though, failed to get past the birds and slugs and snails so we've turned – with fingers crossed – to old-school purple morning glory. Less delicious but lovely. Most of our French beans are moving up. Though we will repeat-sow the last two poles. The biggest difference to our growing this year is that we're broadcasting patches of mixed seed in a bid to discourage predators from cropping rows like eating corn. So far I am loving it so we'll continue with it for a while. Our new radicchio seed arrived today: classic Castelfranco and early Treviso from Vital Seeds to be sown soon for beauty and autumn eating. To sum: I thank my stars for the opportunity to garden with a friend, to pick home-sown flowers and organic food from our soil. Long lucky days indeed.

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The year’s halfway mark is a good time to sit back and take stock. Whisper it, but it is the end of June, a week past the solstice. The second half of the year starts here. I can't help but feel a creeping urgency. So, time to sit back, breathe in, take stock. It's been an odd allotment year here in northwest London. Our early summer growth was unusually slow and, like many others, we have been a bit plagued by greedy gastropods. Time then to show some appreciation. Our beautiful crimson-flowered broad beans will soon be ready to crop. We and the bees are happy. There are assorted salad leaves sprouting. The Spencer sweet peas are clinging and climbing. Soon there'll be glorious scent. In late spring, Howard found an old painted mountain corn cob. We sowed in trays and transplanted the propagated shoots to the plot. In two patches, with seedlings planted close-ish together. We have hopes for colourful results The third sowing of tear peas, though, failed to get past the birds and slugs and snails so we've turned – with fingers crossed – to old-school purple morning glory. Less delicious but lovely. Most of our French beans are moving up. Though we will repeat-sow the last two poles. The biggest difference to our growing this year is that we're broadcasting patches of mixed seed in a bid to discourage predators from cropping rows like eating corn. So far I am loving it so we'll continue with it for a while. Our new radicchio seed arrived today: classic Castelfranco and early Treviso from Vital Seeds to be sown soon for beauty and autumn eating. To sum: I thank my stars for the opportunity to garden with a friend, to pick home-sown flowers and organic food from our soil. Long lucky days indeed.

Ardith Lindsey Response to Citi's Prospective Motion to Dismiss Lindsey v. Citigroup Global Markets Inc.

Ardith Lindsey, released the following statement in response to Citigroup's Prospective Motion to Dismiss Lindsey v. Citigroup Global Markets Inc. "We are disappointed that Citigroup is applauding itself for the existence of "a gap of at least five years" between Ms. Lindsey's sexual assault at the hands of one Citi manager and her harassment, assault and exploitation by another. As our response filing clearly shows, Ms. Lindsey experienced pervasive harassment and assault for the duration of her time at Citi. Even after she repeatedly reported her concerns, Citi allowed the executive who abused Ms. Lindsey to resign quietly and publicly lauded him on his way out the door, while refusing to report his behavior to regulators. After everything Ms. Lindsey endured at Citi, the bank is attempting to re-victimize her all over again in its response to the deeply troubling matters she raised in her complaint."

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Ardith Lindsey Response to Citi's Prospective Motion to Dismiss Lindsey v. Citigroup Global Markets Inc.. Ardith Lindsey, released the following statement in response to Citigroup's Prospective Motion to Dismiss Lindsey v. Citigroup Global Markets Inc. "We are disappointed that Citigroup is applauding itself for the existence of "a gap of at least five years" between Ms. Lindsey's sexual assault at the hands of one Citi manager and her harassment, assault and exploitation by another. As our response filing clearly shows, Ms. Lindsey experienced pervasive harassment and assault for the duration of her time at Citi. Even after she repeatedly reported her concerns, Citi allowed the executive who abused Ms. Lindsey to resign quietly and publicly lauded him on his way out the door, while refusing to report his behavior to regulators. After everything Ms. Lindsey endured at Citi, the bank is attempting to re-victimize her all over again in its response to the deeply troubling matters she raised in her complaint."

David Cameron says Rishi Sunak aide’s bet on election date was ‘very foolish’

David Cameron has condemned Rishi Sunak's closest parliamentary aide, Craig Williams, for making a "clearly very foolish decision" after he placed a bet on a July election three days before it was called. The Guardian revealed on Wednesday that Williams, who is standing for re-election in Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr, placed a £100 with Ladbrokes on a July poll. The Gambling Commission has launched an inquiry after the bet was referred by Ladbrokes. On Wednesday night, Williams, the prime minister's parliamentary private secretary, admitted to the "flutter" and said: "I should have thought how it looks." The foreign secretary was asked by BBC Breakfast about Williams's "situation" after the revelation. Lord Cameron said: "His situation, having made this clearly very foolish decision, is that he's being investigated by the Gambling Commission, and they have considerable powers in terms of what the consequences could be, and I think we have to let that investigation take place. And so I can't really comment any further on it." Asked if he was happy for Williams to stand as a Conservative candidate, Cameron said "yes" but then qualified this by pointing out it was too late for the party to remove Williams from ballot papers. He said: "All the nominations are in, and candidates are standing, and I don't think we can change that. In fact, it's very important that we don't make alterations, after these things have been set. But obviously, he's going to be investigated, and we'll have to face the consequences of that investigation." Oliver Lewis, the Reform UK candidate for the seat, called on the Tories to withdraw support for Williams. He told the Daily Telegraph: "This is completely tawdry, low-grade behaviour by somebody who was at the right hand of the prime minister." The party does have the option of pulling its support as Labour did with Azhar Ali, its candidate in the Rochdale byelection, over comments he made about the 7 October attacks on Israel. Ali's name was on the ballot paper but without Labour's official backing he slumped to fourth in a contest that was won by George Galloway. On Wednesday a Conservative party spokesperson said: "We are aware of contact between a Conservative candidate and the Gambling Commission. It is a personal matter for the individual in question. As the Gambling Commission is an independent body, it wouldn't be proper to comment further, until any process is concluded."

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David Cameron says Rishi Sunak aide’s bet on election date was ‘very foolish’. David Cameron has condemned Rishi Sunak's closest parliamentary aide, Craig Williams, for making a "clearly very foolish decision" after he placed a bet on a July election three days before it was called. The Guardian revealed on Wednesday that Williams, who is standing for re-election in Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr, placed a £100 with Ladbrokes on a July poll. The Gambling Commission has launched an inquiry after the bet was referred by Ladbrokes. On Wednesday night, Williams, the prime minister's parliamentary private secretary, admitted to the "flutter" and said: "I should have thought how it looks." The foreign secretary was asked by BBC Breakfast about Williams's "situation" after the revelation. Lord Cameron said: "His situation, having made this clearly very foolish decision, is that he's being investigated by the Gambling Commission, and they have considerable powers in terms of what the consequences could be, and I think we have to let that investigation take place. And so I can't really comment any further on it." Asked if he was happy for Williams to stand as a Conservative candidate, Cameron said "yes" but then qualified this by pointing out it was too late for the party to remove Williams from ballot papers. He said: "All the nominations are in, and candidates are standing, and I don't think we can change that. In fact, it's very important that we don't make alterations, after these things have been set. But obviously, he's going to be investigated, and we'll have to face the consequences of that investigation." Oliver Lewis, the Reform UK candidate for the seat, called on the Tories to withdraw support for Williams. He told the Daily Telegraph: "This is completely tawdry, low-grade behaviour by somebody who was at the right hand of the prime minister." The party does have the option of pulling its support as Labour did with Azhar Ali, its candidate in the Rochdale byelection, over comments he made about the 7 October attacks on Israel. Ali's name was on the ballot paper but without Labour's official backing he slumped to fourth in a contest that was won by George Galloway. On Wednesday a Conservative party spokesperson said: "We are aware of contact between a Conservative candidate and the Gambling Commission. It is a personal matter for the individual in question. As the Gambling Commission is an independent body, it wouldn't be proper to comment further, until any process is concluded."

Bomani Jones says NFL teams take skin color into account when picking backup QBs

Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. To access the content, check your email and follow the instructions provided. Bomani Jones said on his podcast this week that if an NFL team has a Black starting quarterback, it will also likely have a Black backup, or a "blackup." former ESPN host said teams do so to avoid receiving backlash and calls for a White backup to replace a Black starter. Jones made the comment when speaking with Mina Kimes and pointed out that the Cleveland Browns, instead of retaining Joe Flacco, brought in Jameis Winston to be Deshaun Watson's backup. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Tyler Huntley (2) of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates with Lamar Jackson (8) after throwing a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks at M&T Bank Stadium Nov. 5, 2023, in Baltimore. (Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) "The Browns continued what they've been doing, which is signing every Black backup quarterback they can find," Jones said. "The new blackup is Jameis Winston because you gotta put him behind Deshaun Watson's nasty a-- to stop the fans from asking for something else. They couldn't bring Joe Flacco back behind him because he will wind up being some form of mutiny." Jones all but guaranteed who the second overall pick of the NFL Draft will be. "You will notice the New England Patriots. I'm surprised they did this. They went and signed Jacoby Brissett. That's letting you know Jayden Daniels is coming to town," Jones said. "If I were Jerod Mayo, I probably would have tried to space this out a little bit. "I don't know what White man is going to take responsibility for this, but they're asking for Boston to get behind the first Black quarterback that they've ever wanted to have." New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett scrambles in the fourth quarter of a preseason game against the Chicago Bears at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., Aug. 18, 2016. (Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) Jones then said the Las Vegas Raiders, in desperate need of a quarterback, may have to pass on Justin Fields because newly-appointed head coach Antonio Pierce "had a hard enough time getting this job." "Look at the [Baltimore] Ravens," Jones added. "Every backup the Ravens have picked up since they got Joe Flacco out of town, it's a roll call." Lamar Jackson's backups the last couple seasons have been Tyler Huntley and Anthony Brown. Kimes mentioned, though, that Gardner Minshew, who is White, was Anthony Richardson's backup in Indianapolis for the Colts. "Colts fans, if you were calling for Minshew over Richardson, then I actually think Colts fans are amongst the few people who understand how bad Minshew was last year because they actually watch all the Colts games," she said.

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Bomani Jones says NFL teams take skin color into account when picking backup QBs. Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. To access the content, check your email and follow the instructions provided. Bomani Jones said on his podcast this week that if an NFL team has a Black starting quarterback, it will also likely have a Black backup, or a "blackup." former ESPN host said teams do so to avoid receiving backlash and calls for a White backup to replace a Black starter. Jones made the comment when speaking with Mina Kimes and pointed out that the Cleveland Browns, instead of retaining Joe Flacco, brought in Jameis Winston to be Deshaun Watson's backup. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Tyler Huntley (2) of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates with Lamar Jackson (8) after throwing a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks at M&T Bank Stadium Nov. 5, 2023, in Baltimore. (Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) "The Browns continued what they've been doing, which is signing every Black backup quarterback they can find," Jones said. "The new blackup is Jameis Winston because you gotta put him behind Deshaun Watson's nasty a-- to stop the fans from asking for something else. They couldn't bring Joe Flacco back behind him because he will wind up being some form of mutiny." Jones all but guaranteed who the second overall pick of the NFL Draft will be. "You will notice the New England Patriots. I'm surprised they did this. They went and signed Jacoby Brissett. That's letting you know Jayden Daniels is coming to town," Jones said. "If I were Jerod Mayo, I probably would have tried to space this out a little bit. "I don't know what White man is going to take responsibility for this, but they're asking for Boston to get behind the first Black quarterback that they've ever wanted to have." New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett scrambles in the fourth quarter of a preseason game against the Chicago Bears at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., Aug. 18, 2016. (Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) Jones then said the Las Vegas Raiders, in desperate need of a quarterback, may have to pass on Justin Fields because newly-appointed head coach Antonio Pierce "had a hard enough time getting this job." "Look at the [Baltimore] Ravens," Jones added. "Every backup the Ravens have picked up since they got Joe Flacco out of town, it's a roll call." Lamar Jackson's backups the last couple seasons have been Tyler Huntley and Anthony Brown. Kimes mentioned, though, that Gardner Minshew, who is White, was Anthony Richardson's backup in Indianapolis for the Colts. "Colts fans, if you were calling for Minshew over Richardson, then I actually think Colts fans are amongst the few people who understand how bad Minshew was last year because they actually watch all the Colts games," she said.

FBI uncovers new lead in murder of New Mexico musician 'taken' from motel, mom says

Evangeline "Vangie" Randall-Shorty has been searching for answers ever since her son was "taken" from a New Mexico motel and found shot dead days later in a field in Navajo country. Now she says the FBI has uncovered a hopeful new lead. Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. By entering your email and pushing continue, you are agreeing to Fox News' Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. Having trouble? Click here. Federal investigators have uncovered a new lead in the cold case murder of a New Mexico musician who vanished from a motel recording session under suspicious circumstances, his mother says. Zachariah Shorty was last seen alive on July 21, 2020, at the Journey Inn in Farmington, New Mexico, a close-knit town in the northwestern part of the state on the edge of the Navajo Nation. He was a 23-year-old musician and had gone to the motel to record with a group of four other people. The exact circumstances of how he left are unclear. His mother, Evangeline "Vangie" Randall-Shorty, received a phone call from one of his friends around 11 p.m. The caller told her that her son went outside to smoke a cigarette and never returned. HOUSTON DAD GIVES UPDATE ON SON'S DISAPPEARANCE ON WAY HOME FROM TEXAS STATE Zachariah Shorty pictured in an undated photo provided by the FBI. The bureau is offering $10,000 for information that leads to an arrest following his July 2020 murder. (FBI) But when Randall-Shorty called her son's phone, the same friend answered. "[She] answered it and said Zach left his phone," she told Fox News Digital. "I asked if he was back. She said, 'no.' Zach never leaves his phone." Randall-Shorty had gone to the motel around 7 that night to drop off a pizza for her son. One of the last things he told her was "I'm going to finish this track." UTAH FAMILY DESPERATE FOR ANSWERS AFTER MAN VANISHES BEFORE LUNCH DATE WITH MOM Zachariah Shorty was 23 years old when he was "taken" from a motel where he was recording music with four other individuals. Authorities found him dead with gunshot wounds 13 miles away, four days later. (FBI) He was missing for four days before investigators found his remains in a field on the Navajo Reservation. He suffered gunshot wounds before his killer or killers left him there. "I say 'taken' because he was found in Nenahnezad, in a field, on a dirt road," his mother said. That's 13 miles from where he was last seen in Farmington, and you'd have to pass his home in Kirtland to get there. Although later this month will mark four years since the slaying, Randall-Shorty said investigators have given her a new glimmer of hope for justice. "I got a call from the FBI, that they had a new lead," she told Fox News Digital. "I'm just hoping and praying that that is the lead that we need to solve Zach's case." They asked her if she recognized a couple of names, she said. She did. UTAH SQUATTER SUSPECTED IN DYLAN ROUNDS' DEATH PLEADS GUILTY TO MURDER Zachariah Shorty was said to have left the motel to smoke a cigarette by the same friend who later picked up his phone when his mother called it, she says. "After the update from them (the FBI), I did get another tip, and I passed the information to them as well," she said. "The same names keep coming up." "In this case, there were witnesses in that hotel room that were with him prior to him going missing," said Darlene Gomez, the attorney representing Shorty's mother pro bono. "The family has provided many, many leads. There's a body that was found. It's a small community. These are generally the precursors for a case being solved." Gomez, who operates a nonprofit dedicated to solving missing and murder cases involving indigenous women and their relatives, MMIWR, said that businesses up and down the street had surveillance cameras, too.

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FBI uncovers new lead in murder of New Mexico musician 'taken' from motel, mom says. Evangeline "Vangie" Randall-Shorty has been searching for answers ever since her son was "taken" from a New Mexico motel and found shot dead days later in a field in Navajo country. Now she says the FBI has uncovered a hopeful new lead. Join Fox News for access to this content Plus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge. By entering your email and pushing continue, you are agreeing to Fox News' Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. Having trouble? Click here. Federal investigators have uncovered a new lead in the cold case murder of a New Mexico musician who vanished from a motel recording session under suspicious circumstances, his mother says. Zachariah Shorty was last seen alive on July 21, 2020, at the Journey Inn in Farmington, New Mexico, a close-knit town in the northwestern part of the state on the edge of the Navajo Nation. He was a 23-year-old musician and had gone to the motel to record with a group of four other people. The exact circumstances of how he left are unclear. His mother, Evangeline "Vangie" Randall-Shorty, received a phone call from one of his friends around 11 p.m. The caller told her that her son went outside to smoke a cigarette and never returned. HOUSTON DAD GIVES UPDATE ON SON'S DISAPPEARANCE ON WAY HOME FROM TEXAS STATE Zachariah Shorty pictured in an undated photo provided by the FBI. The bureau is offering $10,000 for information that leads to an arrest following his July 2020 murder. (FBI) But when Randall-Shorty called her son's phone, the same friend answered. "[She] answered it and said Zach left his phone," she told Fox News Digital. "I asked if he was back. She said, 'no.' Zach never leaves his phone." Randall-Shorty had gone to the motel around 7 that night to drop off a pizza for her son. One of the last things he told her was "I'm going to finish this track." UTAH FAMILY DESPERATE FOR ANSWERS AFTER MAN VANISHES BEFORE LUNCH DATE WITH MOM Zachariah Shorty was 23 years old when he was "taken" from a motel where he was recording music with four other individuals. Authorities found him dead with gunshot wounds 13 miles away, four days later. (FBI) He was missing for four days before investigators found his remains in a field on the Navajo Reservation. He suffered gunshot wounds before his killer or killers left him there. "I say 'taken' because he was found in Nenahnezad, in a field, on a dirt road," his mother said. That's 13 miles from where he was last seen in Farmington, and you'd have to pass his home in Kirtland to get there. Although later this month will mark four years since the slaying, Randall-Shorty said investigators have given her a new glimmer of hope for justice. "I got a call from the FBI, that they had a new lead," she told Fox News Digital. "I'm just hoping and praying that that is the lead that we need to solve Zach's case." They asked her if she recognized a couple of names, she said. She did. UTAH SQUATTER SUSPECTED IN DYLAN ROUNDS' DEATH PLEADS GUILTY TO MURDER Zachariah Shorty was said to have left the motel to smoke a cigarette by the same friend who later picked up his phone when his mother called it, she says. "After the update from them (the FBI), I did get another tip, and I passed the information to them as well," she said. "The same names keep coming up." "In this case, there were witnesses in that hotel room that were with him prior to him going missing," said Darlene Gomez, the attorney representing Shorty's mother pro bono. "The family has provided many, many leads. There's a body that was found. It's a small community. These are generally the precursors for a case being solved." Gomez, who operates a nonprofit dedicated to solving missing and murder cases involving indigenous women and their relatives, MMIWR, said that businesses up and down the street had surveillance cameras, too.

Crypto Markets To See Selling Pressure in July From Mt. Gox Creditors: JPMorgan

Cryptocurrency markets are faced with downside risk in July due to potential selling pressure from the creditors of defunct bitcoin (BTC) exchange Mt. Gox, JPMorgan (JPM) said in a research report on Wednesday. The trustee of Mt.Gox exchange said earlier this week that it would make repayments to creditors in July. JPMorgan notes that the announcement unsettled crypto markets due to concerns that some creditors will dump their bitcoin in July as soon as they receive them. Creditors are set to receive 142,000 bitcoin worth about $9 billion at current prices. "This fear is justified given the recent behavior of Gemini creditors which are assumed to have liquidated part of the crypto assets received in recent weeks," analysts led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou wrote. The bank said by looking at the negative price action in crypto markets since May 29th, it is "fair to assume that some of Gemini creditors, which are mostly retail customers, have taken at least partial profit in recent weeks." Gemini announced on May 29 that its Gemini Earn users had received all their digital assets back in-kind, following its settlement with Genesis. JPMorgan notes that while there is an October deadline for repayment to Mt Gox. creditors, most of the reimbursements are expected to happen in July. If most of the liquidations by Mt. Gox creditors do occur in July, crypto markets are expected to sell off next month then rebound in August, the report said. interests in a variety of blockchain and digital asset businesses and significant holdings of digital assets, including bitcoin. CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence. CoinDesk employees, including journalists, may receive options in the Bullish group as part of their compensation.

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Crypto Markets To See Selling Pressure in July From Mt. Gox Creditors: JPMorgan. Cryptocurrency markets are faced with downside risk in July due to potential selling pressure from the creditors of defunct bitcoin (BTC) exchange Mt. Gox, JPMorgan (JPM) said in a research report on Wednesday. The trustee of Mt.Gox exchange said earlier this week that it would make repayments to creditors in July. JPMorgan notes that the announcement unsettled crypto markets due to concerns that some creditors will dump their bitcoin in July as soon as they receive them. Creditors are set to receive 142,000 bitcoin worth about $9 billion at current prices. "This fear is justified given the recent behavior of Gemini creditors which are assumed to have liquidated part of the crypto assets received in recent weeks," analysts led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou wrote. The bank said by looking at the negative price action in crypto markets since May 29th, it is "fair to assume that some of Gemini creditors, which are mostly retail customers, have taken at least partial profit in recent weeks." Gemini announced on May 29 that its Gemini Earn users had received all their digital assets back in-kind, following its settlement with Genesis. JPMorgan notes that while there is an October deadline for repayment to Mt Gox. creditors, most of the reimbursements are expected to happen in July. If most of the liquidations by Mt. Gox creditors do occur in July, crypto markets are expected to sell off next month then rebound in August, the report said. interests in a variety of blockchain and digital asset businesses and significant holdings of digital assets, including bitcoin. CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence. CoinDesk employees, including journalists, may receive options in the Bullish group as part of their compensation.

Avidity Biosciences, Inc. Announces Proposed Public Offering of Common Stock

RNA ), a biopharmaceutical company committed to delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics called Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs™), today announced that it intends to offer and sell, subject to market and other conditions, $300.0 million of shares of its common stock in an underwritten public offering. In addition, Avidity intends to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional $45.0 million of shares of common stock. All of the shares to be sold in the offering are to be sold by Avidity. There can be no assurance as to whether or when the offering may be completed, or as to the actual size or terms of the offering. Avidity intends to use the net proceeds from this offering, together with its existing cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, to fund the development of its clinical programs, to advance research and development associated with its AOC platform and for working capital and general corporate purposes. TD Cowen, Leerink Partners, Cantor, Barclays and Wells Fargo Securities are acting as joint bookrunning managers for the offering. The securities described above are being offered by Avidity pursuant to a shelf registration statement that became automatically effective upon filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). A preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus relating to this offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC's website located at When available, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to this offering may be obtained from TD Securities ( New York, NY 10017, by telephone at (855) 495-9846, or by email at [email protected], from Leerink Partners LLC c/o Syndicate Department, 53 State Street, 40th Floor, Boston, MA 02109, or by telephone at (800) 808-7525 ext. 6105, or by email at [email protected], Cantor Fitzgerald & Co., Attention: Capital Markets, 110 East 59th Street, 6th Floor, New York, New York 10022, or by email at [email protected], Barclays Capital Inc., c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, New York 11717, by telephone at (888) 603-5847, or by email at [email protected], or Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, 90 South 7th Street, 5th Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402, by telephone at (800) 645-3751 (option #5), or by email at This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. Avidity Biosciences, Inc.'s mission is to profoundly improve people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics - Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs™). Avidity is revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs, which are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform, Avidity demonstrated the first-ever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and expanding pipeline including programs in cardiology and immunology through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is headquartered in Avidity cautions readers that statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the company's current beliefs and expectations. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding Avidity's expectations of the completion, timing and size of the proposed public offering, the grant of the option to the underwriters and the anticipated use of proceeds from the offering. The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by Avidity that any of its plans will be achieved. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties associated with market conditions and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions related to the proposed public offering, as well as risks and uncertainties inherent in Avidity's business described in prior press releases and in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including under the heading "Risk Factors" in Avidity's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent filings with the SEC. Avidity cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, and Avidity undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that arise after the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, which is made under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

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Avidity Biosciences, Inc. Announces Proposed Public Offering of Common Stock. RNA ), a biopharmaceutical company committed to delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics called Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs™), today announced that it intends to offer and sell, subject to market and other conditions, $300.0 million of shares of its common stock in an underwritten public offering. In addition, Avidity intends to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional $45.0 million of shares of common stock. All of the shares to be sold in the offering are to be sold by Avidity. There can be no assurance as to whether or when the offering may be completed, or as to the actual size or terms of the offering. Avidity intends to use the net proceeds from this offering, together with its existing cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, to fund the development of its clinical programs, to advance research and development associated with its AOC platform and for working capital and general corporate purposes. TD Cowen, Leerink Partners, Cantor, Barclays and Wells Fargo Securities are acting as joint bookrunning managers for the offering. The securities described above are being offered by Avidity pursuant to a shelf registration statement that became automatically effective upon filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). A preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus relating to this offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC's website located at When available, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to this offering may be obtained from TD Securities ( New York, NY 10017, by telephone at (855) 495-9846, or by email at [email protected], from Leerink Partners LLC c/o Syndicate Department, 53 State Street, 40th Floor, Boston, MA 02109, or by telephone at (800) 808-7525 ext. 6105, or by email at [email protected], Cantor Fitzgerald & Co., Attention: Capital Markets, 110 East 59th Street, 6th Floor, New York, New York 10022, or by email at [email protected], Barclays Capital Inc., c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, New York 11717, by telephone at (888) 603-5847, or by email at [email protected], or Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, 90 South 7th Street, 5th Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402, by telephone at (800) 645-3751 (option #5), or by email at This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. Avidity Biosciences, Inc.'s mission is to profoundly improve people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics - Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs™). Avidity is revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs, which are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform, Avidity demonstrated the first-ever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and expanding pipeline including programs in cardiology and immunology through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is headquartered in Avidity cautions readers that statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the company's current beliefs and expectations. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding Avidity's expectations of the completion, timing and size of the proposed public offering, the grant of the option to the underwriters and the anticipated use of proceeds from the offering. The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by Avidity that any of its plans will be achieved. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risks and uncertainties associated with market conditions and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions related to the proposed public offering, as well as risks and uncertainties inherent in Avidity's business described in prior press releases and in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including under the heading "Risk Factors" in Avidity's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent filings with the SEC. Avidity cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, and Avidity undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that arise after the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, which is made under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Core Scientific Rejects CoreWeave's Over $1B Buyout Offer

said in a press release on Thursday. interests in a variety of blockchain and digital asset businesses and significant holdings of digital assets, including bitcoin. CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence. CoinDesk employees, including journalists, may receive options in the Bullish group as part of their compensation.

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Core Scientific Rejects CoreWeave's Over $1B Buyout Offer. said in a press release on Thursday. interests in a variety of blockchain and digital asset businesses and significant holdings of digital assets, including bitcoin. CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary with an editorial committee to protect journalistic independence. CoinDesk employees, including journalists, may receive options in the Bullish group as part of their compensation.

University of Arizona president takes voluntary pay cut as school grapples with financial woes

University of Arizona President Robert Robbins is about to get a salary reduction, but he doesn’t have a problem with that. In fact, he asked for it. Robbins has become a central figure in the school’s financial crisis. The university based in Tucson is trying to dig out of a $177 million budget shortfall that stemmed from a miscalculation of cash reserves. Arizona Board of Regents Chair-Elect Cecilia Mata announced Monday that regents will take action in an upcoming meeting to reduce Robbins' base salary by 10% and eliminate other compensation. LIBERTY UNIVERSITY FINED $14 MILLION BY DEPT. OF EDUCATION OVER FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH CAMPUS SAFETY STANDARDS In a statement, Mata said Robbins "supports these reductions and the message they send as UArizona comes together to resolve its financial challenges and emerge from this process a stronger and more resilient institution." Robbins makes more than $1 million annually with a base salary of about $816,000, according to the Arizona Daily Star . Other compensation comes in the form of retirement funding and a car allowance, and bonuses for performance-based measures. "I recommended to the Arizona Board of Regents, and it has accepted, that my total compensation be significantly reduced," Robbins wrote in an email to university employees Monday. The regents oversee the state’s public university system. Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs sent a letter to board members in January, saying the University of Arizona's financial crisis is rooted in a lack of accountability, transparency and leadership. She urged the board to take action. In the months since the financial crisis surfaced, the university's athletics director Dave Heeke was replaced, and Chief Financial Officer Lisa Rulney resigned from the post. Within the Board of Regents, Chair Fred DuVal stepped down from the leadership role but will remain on the board. The board's executive director, John Arnold, took a leave of absence while he fills in as chief financial officer at the university. Mata, who replaced DuVal, said the regents are committed to reining in the university's finances . So is Robbins. He has outlined a recovery plan that includes freezing hiring and compensation, reducing financial aid for out-of-state students, ending a guaranteed tuition program for new students starting in fall 2025, raising ticket prices for sporting events and pausing major construction projects. Robbins also has told reporters that some of the university's financial troubles are due to unpaid loans the school provided to the athletics department in recent years. Resources were drained ahead of the school's move next year from the Pacific-12 Conference to the Big 12, Robbins said. "This happened on my watch," Robbins told the Arizona Daily Star. "I’m totally responsible for it. And I’m also responsible for getting the plan implemented and solving this problem — and I fully intend to do that."

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University of Arizona president takes voluntary pay cut as school grapples with financial woes. University of Arizona President Robert Robbins is about to get a salary reduction, but he doesn’t have a problem with that. In fact, he asked for it. Robbins has become a central figure in the school’s financial crisis. The university based in Tucson is trying to dig out of a $177 million budget shortfall that stemmed from a miscalculation of cash reserves. Arizona Board of Regents Chair-Elect Cecilia Mata announced Monday that regents will take action in an upcoming meeting to reduce Robbins' base salary by 10% and eliminate other compensation. LIBERTY UNIVERSITY FINED $14 MILLION BY DEPT. OF EDUCATION OVER FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH CAMPUS SAFETY STANDARDS In a statement, Mata said Robbins "supports these reductions and the message they send as UArizona comes together to resolve its financial challenges and emerge from this process a stronger and more resilient institution." Robbins makes more than $1 million annually with a base salary of about $816,000, according to the Arizona Daily Star . Other compensation comes in the form of retirement funding and a car allowance, and bonuses for performance-based measures. "I recommended to the Arizona Board of Regents, and it has accepted, that my total compensation be significantly reduced," Robbins wrote in an email to university employees Monday. The regents oversee the state’s public university system. Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs sent a letter to board members in January, saying the University of Arizona's financial crisis is rooted in a lack of accountability, transparency and leadership. She urged the board to take action. In the months since the financial crisis surfaced, the university's athletics director Dave Heeke was replaced, and Chief Financial Officer Lisa Rulney resigned from the post. Within the Board of Regents, Chair Fred DuVal stepped down from the leadership role but will remain on the board. The board's executive director, John Arnold, took a leave of absence while he fills in as chief financial officer at the university. Mata, who replaced DuVal, said the regents are committed to reining in the university's finances . So is Robbins. He has outlined a recovery plan that includes freezing hiring and compensation, reducing financial aid for out-of-state students, ending a guaranteed tuition program for new students starting in fall 2025, raising ticket prices for sporting events and pausing major construction projects. Robbins also has told reporters that some of the university's financial troubles are due to unpaid loans the school provided to the athletics department in recent years. Resources were drained ahead of the school's move next year from the Pacific-12 Conference to the Big 12, Robbins said. "This happened on my watch," Robbins told the Arizona Daily Star. "I’m totally responsible for it. And I’m also responsible for getting the plan implemented and solving this problem — and I fully intend to do that."

Bitcoin bubble no more: billionaires catching up to crypto FOMO

What prompted billionaire investors like George Soros, Mark Cuban, and others to change their stance on Bitcoin and dive into the crypto market? Capitalists always dance to the tune of money George Soros, the Hungarian-American billionaire and legendary investor, is known for his sharp financial insights and bold moves in the investment world. Back in January 2018, Soros made headlines at the World Economic Forum in Davos by calling Bitcoin a "bubble," comparing the crypto frenzy to the tulip mania of the 1600s in the Netherlands. However, in a surprising turn of events, Soros Fund Management revealed in October 2021 that it had ventured into the crypto world by owning some Bitcoin. The fund's interest in crypto didn't stop there. During Q1 2024, Soros Fund Management increased its stake in MicroStrategy, a company heavily invested in Bitcoin, with holdings worth over $135 million. How has Soros's stance on crypto evolved over the years, and which other billionaires have caught the crypto FOMO (fear of missing out)? Let's dive deeper into the details and find out. From skeptic to investor: Soros's changing stance When George Soros spoke at Davos in 2018, he was quite clear about his skepticism towards Bitcoin ( BTC ), describing it as a classic bubble. His primary concern was its volatility, which he believed made it unsuitable as a currency. "Bitcoin is not a currency," Soros said, "because a currency is supposed to be a stable store of value, and a currency that can fluctuate 25% in a day can't be used, for instance, to pay wages. Because the wages could drop by 25% in a day." Despite his reservations about Bitcoin, Soros was optimistic about the underlying blockchain technology. He saw its potential for good, particularly in helping migrants keep their money safe. Fast forward to October 2021, and Soros Fund Management revealed it owned some Bitcoin. Dawn Fitzpatrick, CEO and chief investment officer of Soros Fund Management, stated at a Bloomberg event that the fund owned "some coins … but not a lot." By December 2022, Soros Fund Management had further deepened its involvement in the crypto sector. The fund purchased $39.6 million worth of convertible debentures in Marathon Digital Holdings, a prominent crypto mining company. Convertible debentures are long-term debt instruments that can be converted into stock, showing Soros's strategic approach to gaining exposure to the crypto market. In addition, the fund acquired large positions in MicroStrategy. Soros's 13F filings with the SEC revealed both call and put options on MicroStrategy shares, as well as nearly $200 million in MicroStrategy preferred shares. And now, by May 2024, Soros Fund Management's interest in MicroStrategy has grown even more, with holdings valued at over $135 million. This investment is notable because MicroStrategy has been a major player in the Bitcoin market, holding over 214,000 BTC, thanks to its co-founder Michael Saylor's aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy. Mark Cuban: from bananas to blockchain believer Mark Cuban, the billionaire owner of the Dallas Mavericks, has had quite a journey with cryptocurrencies. He compared Bitcoin to baseball cards and comic books, emphasizing that these items, in his view, had no intrinsic value. Despite his initial doubts, Cuban's stance on crypto began to change. By 2021, Cuban had become a vocal supporter of decentralized finance ( DeFi ) and non-fungible tokens ( He saw the potential of smart contracts and decentralized applications ( dApps ) to innovate industries beyond finance. As a result, his investment portfolio grew to include projects like Polygon ( layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum ( Cuban's Dallas Mavericks even started accepting Bitcoin and other crypto assets for tickets and merchandise, further cementing his commitment to the crypto space. Cuban's dedication to the crypto industry is also evident from his investment strategy. He revealed that 80% of his non-"Shark Tank" investments are focused on crypto and blockchain technology. He sees the decentralization aspect of digital assets as the biggest draw, with a particular interest in decentralized autonomous organizations ( DAOs ). DAOs operate without a central authority, relying on token holders to make decisions, which Cuban finds appealing for its democratic approach​. Today, Mark Cuban is one of the most prominent billionaire advocates for blockchain technology. His journey from preferring bananas over Bitcoin to investing heavily in blockchain projects is definitely a tale worth sharing. You might also like: Mark Cuban: SEC could tank Biden's re-election chances as Trump embraces crypto Warren Buffett: from skepticism to strategic investments Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has always been known for his critical view of cryptocurrencies. In 2018, he famously called Bitcoin "rat poison squared," expressing deep doubts about its value and long-term sustainability. Buffett prefers investments in companies with tangible assets and steady cash flows, which makes the wild ups and downs of cryptocurrencies unappealing to him. But despite his harsh words, Buffett's actions tell a more nuanced story. In late 2021, Berkshire Hathaway made a surprising move by investing $1 billion in Nubank, a Brazilian digital bank that's friendly to cryptocurrencies. According to a 13F filing with the SEC, Berkshire bought 107.1 million shares of Nu Holdings at an average price of $9.38 per share​. This big investment wasn't Buffett's first dance with Nubank. Earlier in June 2021, Berkshire Hathaway had already poured $500 million into Nubank during a Series G funding round extension. This round valued Nubank at $30 billion​. In December 2021, when Nubank went public, Berkshire Hathaway bought another 30 million shares for $250 million. At that point, Nubank's value skyrocketed to $41.5 billion. What does it mean? Buffett's investments in Nubank hint at a careful yet strategic interest in the fintech and crypto space. While he remains cautious about directly investing in crypto, his actions suggest a slow but steady adaptation to the changing environment. Capitalists always dance to the tune of money Money talks, and in the world of finance, it speaks louder than anything else. The lure of profit can turn even the staunchest skeptics into enthusiastic supporters and, occasionally, cause fervent believers to become wary critics. Goldman Sachs is a prime example. In 2018, they halted their plans to open a crypto trading desk due to regulatory uncertainty and lack of institutional interest. But by 2021, as Bitcoin surged and institutional demand grew, Goldman Sachs relaunched its crypto trading desk, offering Bitcoin futures and non-deliverable forwards to its clients​. At the Consensus 2024 conference hosted by CoinDesk, Goldman Sachs even celebrated the success of new spot Bitcoin ETFs. Mathew McDermott, the investment bank's global head of digital assets, called the SEC's approval of spot BTC ETFs a "big psychological turning point" and celebrated their "astonishing success." Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, was another notable skeptic. He initially criticized Bitcoin in September 2017 calling it a "bubble", stating it was neither a good store of value nor a medium of exchange. However, by 2021, Dalio revealed that he owned some Bitcoin and called it "one hell of an invention", recognizing its potential as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation​​. But why are these capitalists so eager to embrace this new world? The answer lies in diversification and hedging. With inflation rates hitting multi-decade highs and traditional assets underperforming, digital assets offer an attractive hedge against economic uncertainties. The future of finance is being written in code and blockchain, and those willing to dance to this new tune will lead the way.

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Bitcoin bubble no more: billionaires catching up to crypto FOMO. What prompted billionaire investors like George Soros, Mark Cuban, and others to change their stance on Bitcoin and dive into the crypto market? Capitalists always dance to the tune of money George Soros, the Hungarian-American billionaire and legendary investor, is known for his sharp financial insights and bold moves in the investment world. Back in January 2018, Soros made headlines at the World Economic Forum in Davos by calling Bitcoin a "bubble," comparing the crypto frenzy to the tulip mania of the 1600s in the Netherlands. However, in a surprising turn of events, Soros Fund Management revealed in October 2021 that it had ventured into the crypto world by owning some Bitcoin. The fund's interest in crypto didn't stop there. During Q1 2024, Soros Fund Management increased its stake in MicroStrategy, a company heavily invested in Bitcoin, with holdings worth over $135 million. How has Soros's stance on crypto evolved over the years, and which other billionaires have caught the crypto FOMO (fear of missing out)? Let's dive deeper into the details and find out. From skeptic to investor: Soros's changing stance When George Soros spoke at Davos in 2018, he was quite clear about his skepticism towards Bitcoin ( BTC ), describing it as a classic bubble. His primary concern was its volatility, which he believed made it unsuitable as a currency. "Bitcoin is not a currency," Soros said, "because a currency is supposed to be a stable store of value, and a currency that can fluctuate 25% in a day can't be used, for instance, to pay wages. Because the wages could drop by 25% in a day." Despite his reservations about Bitcoin, Soros was optimistic about the underlying blockchain technology. He saw its potential for good, particularly in helping migrants keep their money safe. Fast forward to October 2021, and Soros Fund Management revealed it owned some Bitcoin. Dawn Fitzpatrick, CEO and chief investment officer of Soros Fund Management, stated at a Bloomberg event that the fund owned "some coins … but not a lot." By December 2022, Soros Fund Management had further deepened its involvement in the crypto sector. The fund purchased $39.6 million worth of convertible debentures in Marathon Digital Holdings, a prominent crypto mining company. Convertible debentures are long-term debt instruments that can be converted into stock, showing Soros's strategic approach to gaining exposure to the crypto market. In addition, the fund acquired large positions in MicroStrategy. Soros's 13F filings with the SEC revealed both call and put options on MicroStrategy shares, as well as nearly $200 million in MicroStrategy preferred shares. And now, by May 2024, Soros Fund Management's interest in MicroStrategy has grown even more, with holdings valued at over $135 million. This investment is notable because MicroStrategy has been a major player in the Bitcoin market, holding over 214,000 BTC, thanks to its co-founder Michael Saylor's aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy. Mark Cuban: from bananas to blockchain believer Mark Cuban, the billionaire owner of the Dallas Mavericks, has had quite a journey with cryptocurrencies. He compared Bitcoin to baseball cards and comic books, emphasizing that these items, in his view, had no intrinsic value. Despite his initial doubts, Cuban's stance on crypto began to change. By 2021, Cuban had become a vocal supporter of decentralized finance ( DeFi ) and non-fungible tokens ( He saw the potential of smart contracts and decentralized applications ( dApps ) to innovate industries beyond finance. As a result, his investment portfolio grew to include projects like Polygon ( layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum ( Cuban's Dallas Mavericks even started accepting Bitcoin and other crypto assets for tickets and merchandise, further cementing his commitment to the crypto space. Cuban's dedication to the crypto industry is also evident from his investment strategy. He revealed that 80% of his non-"Shark Tank" investments are focused on crypto and blockchain technology. He sees the decentralization aspect of digital assets as the biggest draw, with a particular interest in decentralized autonomous organizations ( DAOs ). DAOs operate without a central authority, relying on token holders to make decisions, which Cuban finds appealing for its democratic approach​. Today, Mark Cuban is one of the most prominent billionaire advocates for blockchain technology. His journey from preferring bananas over Bitcoin to investing heavily in blockchain projects is definitely a tale worth sharing. You might also like: Mark Cuban: SEC could tank Biden's re-election chances as Trump embraces crypto Warren Buffett: from skepticism to strategic investments Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has always been known for his critical view of cryptocurrencies. In 2018, he famously called Bitcoin "rat poison squared," expressing deep doubts about its value and long-term sustainability. Buffett prefers investments in companies with tangible assets and steady cash flows, which makes the wild ups and downs of cryptocurrencies unappealing to him. But despite his harsh words, Buffett's actions tell a more nuanced story. In late 2021, Berkshire Hathaway made a surprising move by investing $1 billion in Nubank, a Brazilian digital bank that's friendly to cryptocurrencies. According to a 13F filing with the SEC, Berkshire bought 107.1 million shares of Nu Holdings at an average price of $9.38 per share​. This big investment wasn't Buffett's first dance with Nubank. Earlier in June 2021, Berkshire Hathaway had already poured $500 million into Nubank during a Series G funding round extension. This round valued Nubank at $30 billion​. In December 2021, when Nubank went public, Berkshire Hathaway bought another 30 million shares for $250 million. At that point, Nubank's value skyrocketed to $41.5 billion. What does it mean? Buffett's investments in Nubank hint at a careful yet strategic interest in the fintech and crypto space. While he remains cautious about directly investing in crypto, his actions suggest a slow but steady adaptation to the changing environment. Capitalists always dance to the tune of money Money talks, and in the world of finance, it speaks louder than anything else. The lure of profit can turn even the staunchest skeptics into enthusiastic supporters and, occasionally, cause fervent believers to become wary critics. Goldman Sachs is a prime example. In 2018, they halted their plans to open a crypto trading desk due to regulatory uncertainty and lack of institutional interest. But by 2021, as Bitcoin surged and institutional demand grew, Goldman Sachs relaunched its crypto trading desk, offering Bitcoin futures and non-deliverable forwards to its clients​. At the Consensus 2024 conference hosted by CoinDesk, Goldman Sachs even celebrated the success of new spot Bitcoin ETFs. Mathew McDermott, the investment bank's global head of digital assets, called the SEC's approval of spot BTC ETFs a "big psychological turning point" and celebrated their "astonishing success." Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, was another notable skeptic. He initially criticized Bitcoin in September 2017 calling it a "bubble", stating it was neither a good store of value nor a medium of exchange. However, by 2021, Dalio revealed that he owned some Bitcoin and called it "one hell of an invention", recognizing its potential as a hedge against inflation and currency devaluation​​. But why are these capitalists so eager to embrace this new world? The answer lies in diversification and hedging. With inflation rates hitting multi-decade highs and traditional assets underperforming, digital assets offer an attractive hedge against economic uncertainties. The future of finance is being written in code and blockchain, and those willing to dance to this new tune will lead the way.

Hwy. 144 crash kills northern Ontario motorcycle driver

A 33-year-old from Espanola was killed Sunday following a collision between a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle on Highway 144. Ontario Provincial Police responded at 5 p.m., along with firefighters and paramedics, to the crash scene at the corner of the highway and Lavallee Road in Greater Sudbury. The victim was taken to hospital by ambulance with serious life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The highway was closed for under three hours in both directions while emergency responders dealt with the collision scene. Canada to launch 'national action plan' to fight auto theft The federal government is launching what it calls its 'national action plan' to combat auto thefts, which will include stronger penalties for thieves, and increased information sharing between police agencies, government officials and border enforcement. U.S. Supreme Court rejects appeal from former Guantanamo detainee Omar Khadr The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected an appeal by a Canadian-born former Guantanamo detainee who was seeking to wipe away his war crimes convictions, including for killing a U.S. soldier in Afghanistan. What is BORG drinking, and why is it a dangerous trend? An expert explains If you've been to a party lately and haven't seen someone drinking a BORG, you're likely not partying with college students. Iran's president and foreign minister die in helicopter crash at moment of high tensions in Mideast Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the country's foreign minister were found dead Monday hours after their helicopter crashed in fog, leaving the Islamic Republic without two key leaders as extraordinary tensions grip the wider Middle East. Michael Cohen says he stole from Trump's company as defence presses key hush money trial witness Former Donald Trump attorney Michael Cohen admitted Monday to jurors in the Republican's hush money trial that he stole tens of thousands of dollars from Trump's company as defence lawyers seized on the star witness' misdeeds to attack his credibility. The world's best airline is paying staff a bonus of 8 months' salary Singapore Airlines will reward its employees with a bonus worth nearly eight months of salary, a person familiar with the matter told CNN on Friday. Woman, 35, in critical condition after her truck collided with a Via Rail train near Montreal A 35-year-old woman is in critical condition after the pick-up truck she was driving was struck by a Via Rail passenger train Monday morning in Quebec's Monteregie region. Investors watching posts from 'Crypto King' in the wake of fraud, money laundering charges Former investors of the self-styled "Crypto King" say they are watching his social media accounts and worried his displays of wealth are signs he's spending their money, even now, as another large expense tied to Aiden Pleterski has triggered a previously unreported lawsuit. Almost 2 months after it destroyed Baltimore's Key Bridge, the Dali cargo ship has been moved 19-Year-old driver caught speeding double the posted limit A 19-year-old driver was caught driving double the posted speed limit in Innisfil on Sunday. Boaters issued tickets for alcohol consumption over long weekend OPP monitored the waters of Georgian Bay during the Victoria Day long weekend and issued tickets to boaters who consumed alcohol. Thousands flock to Simcoe County beaches during long weekend Investors watching posts from 'Crypto King' in the wake of fraud, money laundering charges Former investors of the self-styled "Crypto King" say they are watching his social media accounts and worried his displays of wealth are signs he's spending their money, even now, as another large expense tied to Aiden Pleterski has triggered a previously unreported lawsuit. Canada to launch 'national action plan' to fight auto theft The federal government is launching what it calls its 'national action plan' to combat auto thefts, which will include stronger penalties for thieves, and increased information sharing between police agencies, government officials and border enforcement. Here's what's open and closed in Toronto on Victoria Day Canada to launch 'national action plan' to fight auto theft Woman, 35, in critical condition after her truck collided with a Via Rail train near Montreal A 35-year-old woman is in critical condition after the pick-up truck she was driving was struck by a Via Rail passenger train Monday morning in Quebec's Monteregie region. Canada to launch 'national action plan' to fight auto theft The federal government is launching what it calls its 'national action plan' to combat auto thefts, which will include stronger penalties for thieves, and increased information sharing between police agencies, government officials and border enforcement. Premier Wab Kinew announced Monday a byelection will be held in Tuxedo on June 18. Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle along Portage Avenue: Winnipeg police Winnipeg police is investigating after a woman was hit by a vehicle and later died from her injuries Sunday. 'A special bird': The unbreakable bond between purple martins and humans Runners 'Giv'er' at the Blue Nose Marathon in Halifax Thousands in Halifax strapped on their running shoes over the weekend, as marathoners in Halifax were ready to "Giv'er" in this years Blue Nose Marathon. Nova Scotia byelection vote set for Tuesday in riding formerly held by popular Tory Voters in the rural Nova Scotia provincial electoral district of Pictou West are ready to go to the polls Tuesday in a riding that voted decisively Tory in the 2021 provincial election. 25-year-old arrested after reports of man with knife at New Glasgow business New Glasgow Regional Police have arrested a man after receiving reports of someone with a knife at a business on Westville Road in New Glasgow, N.S., on Saturday. Newfoundland grandmothers can wail on the accordion. A historian wants them on stage 79-year-old Madonna Wilkinson has been playing the accordion since she was 15, when she picked one up that had been left behind at one of her parents' rollicking parties in the oceanside town about 25 kilometres north of St. John's, N.L. She has played Sunday masses and St. Patrick's Day parties, and community events of all kinds. The latest advice for expecting parents? Sign up for child care as soon as you're pregnant Canada's new $10-a-day child care program is expanding, but there's growing evidence that demand for the program is rising even faster, leaving many parents on the outside looking in. Study says aquaculture likely driving wild salmon extinction in Newfoundland A new study shows an Atlantic salmon population in southern Newfoundland is disappearing, and it says nearby aquaculture operations are a likely contributor to the decline. 'A horrible way to start the summer': 3 killed in serious boat crash on lake north of Kingston, Ont. Three people were killed and five others were injured Saturday night following a boat crash on the Buck Bay area of Bobs Lake, north of Kingston, Ont., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said. Teen missing in Airdrie, Alta.; police asking for public assistance Mounties out of Airdrie need your help in their search for a youth missing since Saturday. This wildfire season, changes are coming to better inform people about smoke hazards It's not a call that's made often, but Regina fire crews helped rescue someone from inside a garbage truck on Monday morning. 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Hwy. 144 crash kills northern Ontario motorcycle driver. A 33-year-old from Espanola was killed Sunday following a collision between a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle on Highway 144. Ontario Provincial Police responded at 5 p.m., along with firefighters and paramedics, to the crash scene at the corner of the highway and Lavallee Road in Greater Sudbury. The victim was taken to hospital by ambulance with serious life-threatening injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The highway was closed for under three hours in both directions while emergency responders dealt with the collision scene. Canada to launch 'national action plan' to fight auto theft The federal government is launching what it calls its 'national action plan' to combat auto thefts, which will include stronger penalties for thieves, and increased information sharing between police agencies, government officials and border enforcement. U.S. Supreme Court rejects appeal from former Guantanamo detainee Omar Khadr The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected an appeal by a Canadian-born former Guantanamo detainee who was seeking to wipe away his war crimes convictions, including for killing a U.S. soldier in Afghanistan. What is BORG drinking, and why is it a dangerous trend? An expert explains If you've been to a party lately and haven't seen someone drinking a BORG, you're likely not partying with college students. Iran's president and foreign minister die in helicopter crash at moment of high tensions in Mideast Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the country's foreign minister were found dead Monday hours after their helicopter crashed in fog, leaving the Islamic Republic without two key leaders as extraordinary tensions grip the wider Middle East. 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Investors watching posts from 'Crypto King' in the wake of fraud, money laundering charges Former investors of the self-styled "Crypto King" say they are watching his social media accounts and worried his displays of wealth are signs he's spending their money, even now, as another large expense tied to Aiden Pleterski has triggered a previously unreported lawsuit. Almost 2 months after it destroyed Baltimore's Key Bridge, the Dali cargo ship has been moved 19-Year-old driver caught speeding double the posted limit A 19-year-old driver was caught driving double the posted speed limit in Innisfil on Sunday. Boaters issued tickets for alcohol consumption over long weekend OPP monitored the waters of Georgian Bay during the Victoria Day long weekend and issued tickets to boaters who consumed alcohol. Thousands flock to Simcoe County beaches during long weekend Investors watching posts from 'Crypto King' in the wake of fraud, money laundering charges Former investors of the self-styled "Crypto King" say they are watching his social media accounts and worried his displays of wealth are signs he's spending their money, even now, as another large expense tied to Aiden Pleterski has triggered a previously unreported lawsuit. Canada to launch 'national action plan' to fight auto theft The federal government is launching what it calls its 'national action plan' to combat auto thefts, which will include stronger penalties for thieves, and increased information sharing between police agencies, government officials and border enforcement. Here's what's open and closed in Toronto on Victoria Day Canada to launch 'national action plan' to fight auto theft Woman, 35, in critical condition after her truck collided with a Via Rail train near Montreal A 35-year-old woman is in critical condition after the pick-up truck she was driving was struck by a Via Rail passenger train Monday morning in Quebec's Monteregie region. Canada to launch 'national action plan' to fight auto theft The federal government is launching what it calls its 'national action plan' to combat auto thefts, which will include stronger penalties for thieves, and increased information sharing between police agencies, government officials and border enforcement. Premier Wab Kinew announced Monday a byelection will be held in Tuxedo on June 18. Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle along Portage Avenue: Winnipeg police Winnipeg police is investigating after a woman was hit by a vehicle and later died from her injuries Sunday. 'A special bird': The unbreakable bond between purple martins and humans Runners 'Giv'er' at the Blue Nose Marathon in Halifax Thousands in Halifax strapped on their running shoes over the weekend, as marathoners in Halifax were ready to "Giv'er" in this years Blue Nose Marathon. Nova Scotia byelection vote set for Tuesday in riding formerly held by popular Tory Voters in the rural Nova Scotia provincial electoral district of Pictou West are ready to go to the polls Tuesday in a riding that voted decisively Tory in the 2021 provincial election. 25-year-old arrested after reports of man with knife at New Glasgow business New Glasgow Regional Police have arrested a man after receiving reports of someone with a knife at a business on Westville Road in New Glasgow, N.S., on Saturday. Newfoundland grandmothers can wail on the accordion. A historian wants them on stage 79-year-old Madonna Wilkinson has been playing the accordion since she was 15, when she picked one up that had been left behind at one of her parents' rollicking parties in the oceanside town about 25 kilometres north of St. John's, N.L. She has played Sunday masses and St. Patrick's Day parties, and community events of all kinds. The latest advice for expecting parents? Sign up for child care as soon as you're pregnant Canada's new $10-a-day child care program is expanding, but there's growing evidence that demand for the program is rising even faster, leaving many parents on the outside looking in. Study says aquaculture likely driving wild salmon extinction in Newfoundland A new study shows an Atlantic salmon population in southern Newfoundland is disappearing, and it says nearby aquaculture operations are a likely contributor to the decline. 'A horrible way to start the summer': 3 killed in serious boat crash on lake north of Kingston, Ont. Three people were killed and five others were injured Saturday night following a boat crash on the Buck Bay area of Bobs Lake, north of Kingston, Ont., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said. Teen missing in Airdrie, Alta.; police asking for public assistance Mounties out of Airdrie need your help in their search for a youth missing since Saturday. This wildfire season, changes are coming to better inform people about smoke hazards It's not a call that's made often, but Regina fire crews helped rescue someone from inside a garbage truck on Monday morning. 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Judge finds no documentation to support Global News' reporting on Han Dong allegations

An Ontario Superior Court judge has found no documented evidence to support allegations made against former Liberal MP Han Dong in series of Global News stories last year. Posted: Jun 20, 2024 6:17 PM EDT | Last Updated: 2 hours ago Han Dong arrives to appear as a witness at the Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions in Ottawa on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. (Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press) An Ontario Superior Court judge has found no documented evidence to support allegations made against former Liberal MP Han Dong in series of Global News stories last year. The judge made the comments as he rejected an application from Corus Entertainment to throw out Dong's lawsuit against the news service, saying it is in the public interest to hear the case. "The matter of Mr. Dong's communications with the Chinese are worthy of the freedom of expression of an open court system," Justice Paul Perell said in his judgment Wednesday. The Global report from early last year cited unidentified sources and suggested Dong privately advised a senior Chinese diplomat to hold off on freeing Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor, two Canadians who were being held in arbitrary detention in China. Han Dong tells foreign interference inquiry he tried to help Spavor and Kovrig, wants to be a Liberal again NDP leader says Han Dong shouldn't be allowed back into Liberal caucus As a consequence of the story, Dong's reputation and life in politics were destroyed, Perell said in his judgment. Dong left the Liberal caucus in March 2023 to sit as an Independent. He said he was looking to clear his name after those and other allegations related to foreign interference emerged. He has denied the allegations against him and filed a lawsuit against Global, its parent company Corus and several journalists just weeks after the story ran. "While we are disappointed in the decision, we are encouraged by the recognition of foreign government interference as a matter of public interest in Justice Perell's ruling," Corus said in a statement Thursday. "As the matter remains before the courts, we will not comment further at this time." Ruling raises concerns about documentation Wednesday's ruling spelled out concerns about what it described as a lack of documentation to support the investigation behind the news report. "The defendants have no tangible and no documentary corroboration of the information derived from the confidential sources about the conversation between Dong and the Chinese Consul General," the ruling said. Perell found the reporter who wrote the story did not see a transcript of the conversation between Dong and the diplomat and did not keep all of the notes that were used as part of the reporting process. The ruling said the notes the reporter did keep, based on conversations with sources, do not contain any reference to Dong advising a Chinese diplomat to "delay" or "hold off" on releasing the two men. Canadians Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor stand as they are recognized before President Joe Biden speaks to the Canadian Parliament in Ottawa on Friday, Mach 24, 2023. (Mandel Ngan/AP Photo) He ordered Corus to reimburse Dong for his legal fees, arguing that Corus's application to throw out the lawsuit resembled an abuse of court processes. In a statement issued Thursday, Dong said Global should apologize and retract the reporting. "Until they do, I will fight to clear my name in the courts," he said. Global's story was part of a wave of reports on foreign interference that grew into a major political controversy. In response, the government appointed former governor general David Johnston as a special rapporteur to investigate allegations of foreign interference. The judge noted that Johnston concluded Global's reporting on the issue was "false." A subsequent, ongoing federal inquiry into foreign interference in Canada's elections also heard evidence about the call between Dong and the Chinese diplomat, but the commission hasn't released any findings or conclusions about what took place.

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Judge finds no documentation to support Global News' reporting on Han Dong allegations. An Ontario Superior Court judge has found no documented evidence to support allegations made against former Liberal MP Han Dong in series of Global News stories last year. Posted: Jun 20, 2024 6:17 PM EDT | Last Updated: 2 hours ago Han Dong arrives to appear as a witness at the Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions in Ottawa on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. (Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press) An Ontario Superior Court judge has found no documented evidence to support allegations made against former Liberal MP Han Dong in series of Global News stories last year. The judge made the comments as he rejected an application from Corus Entertainment to throw out Dong's lawsuit against the news service, saying it is in the public interest to hear the case. "The matter of Mr. Dong's communications with the Chinese are worthy of the freedom of expression of an open court system," Justice Paul Perell said in his judgment Wednesday. The Global report from early last year cited unidentified sources and suggested Dong privately advised a senior Chinese diplomat to hold off on freeing Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor, two Canadians who were being held in arbitrary detention in China. Han Dong tells foreign interference inquiry he tried to help Spavor and Kovrig, wants to be a Liberal again NDP leader says Han Dong shouldn't be allowed back into Liberal caucus As a consequence of the story, Dong's reputation and life in politics were destroyed, Perell said in his judgment. Dong left the Liberal caucus in March 2023 to sit as an Independent. He said he was looking to clear his name after those and other allegations related to foreign interference emerged. He has denied the allegations against him and filed a lawsuit against Global, its parent company Corus and several journalists just weeks after the story ran. "While we are disappointed in the decision, we are encouraged by the recognition of foreign government interference as a matter of public interest in Justice Perell's ruling," Corus said in a statement Thursday. "As the matter remains before the courts, we will not comment further at this time." Ruling raises concerns about documentation Wednesday's ruling spelled out concerns about what it described as a lack of documentation to support the investigation behind the news report. "The defendants have no tangible and no documentary corroboration of the information derived from the confidential sources about the conversation between Dong and the Chinese Consul General," the ruling said. Perell found the reporter who wrote the story did not see a transcript of the conversation between Dong and the diplomat and did not keep all of the notes that were used as part of the reporting process. The ruling said the notes the reporter did keep, based on conversations with sources, do not contain any reference to Dong advising a Chinese diplomat to "delay" or "hold off" on releasing the two men. Canadians Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor stand as they are recognized before President Joe Biden speaks to the Canadian Parliament in Ottawa on Friday, Mach 24, 2023. (Mandel Ngan/AP Photo) He ordered Corus to reimburse Dong for his legal fees, arguing that Corus's application to throw out the lawsuit resembled an abuse of court processes. In a statement issued Thursday, Dong said Global should apologize and retract the reporting. "Until they do, I will fight to clear my name in the courts," he said. Global's story was part of a wave of reports on foreign interference that grew into a major political controversy. In response, the government appointed former governor general David Johnston as a special rapporteur to investigate allegations of foreign interference. The judge noted that Johnston concluded Global's reporting on the issue was "false." A subsequent, ongoing federal inquiry into foreign interference in Canada's elections also heard evidence about the call between Dong and the Chinese diplomat, but the commission hasn't released any findings or conclusions about what took place.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo on Jocelyn Nungaray murder: 'Evil happens regardless of immigration status'

Jonathan Fahey reacts to Jocelyn Nungaray's killing: 'Dire consequences' of an 'open border' Former DHS Deputy Assistant Secretary Jonathan Fahey joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss how the Biden administration's immigration policies have endangered Americans following the 12-year-old's death. The head of the governing body that oversees Harris County, Texas, urged leaders not to malign immigrants over the murder of a 12-year-old girl found strangled to death last week. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo on Tuesday said "evil happens regardless of immigration status" while urging officials not to politicize the death of Jocelyn Nungaray. Two illegal immigrants from Venezuela are charged in her killing. "It had nothing to do with why they committed this crime," she said Tuesday at the start of the Harris County Commissioner's Court meeting. Hidalgo also blamed former President Trump and Republicans in Congress for creating the conditions that led to Nungaray's death. 'EVIDENCE IS CLEAR THAT A SEXUAL ASSAULT LIKELY HAPPENED,' PROSECUTOR SAYS Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo seemed to politicize the death of Jocelyn Nungaray and the illegal immigrants suspected in her strangulation death. (Fox News) "The fact that two immigrants committed this terrible crime does not mean that they committed the crime because they are immigrants," she said. "It's very easy to malign entire communities when tragedy happens, and that's always an easy political strategy." Fox News Digital has reached out to Hidalgo's office. Nungaray's alleged killers — Johan Jose Rangel Martinez, 21, and Franklin Jose Peña Ramos, 26 — met each other when they were both on their way to the U.S. from Venezuela and then later connected in Houston, prosecutors said. On June 16, they lured Nungaray under a bridge and sexually assaulted her before she was strangled to death and left in a creek, authorities said. Nungaray's hands and feet were bound, she was nude from the waist down, and she had marks on her neck and scrapes on her backside consistent with being dragged, prosecutors said. ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT SUSPECT ACCUSED OF KILLING JOCELYN NUNGARAY WORE ICE ANKLE MONITOR President Biden, Jocelyn Nungaray and former President Trump (Getty Images) Martinez allegedly told authorities he tied Jocelyn's legs and instructed Ramos to throw her in the bayou. Martinez had bite marks and scratches on his arm and shaved his beard to avoid detection, authorities allege. During Tuesday's meeting, Hidalgo said congressional Democrats and Republicans initially agreed on an immigration package that would have kept Martinez and Ramos in Mexico and would have sent back anyone who didn't cross into the U.S. at a legal entry point. "When the former president decided that he didn't want Biden to have a win on immigration, he told his party to pull out of that agreement. So, blaming things on the current immigration policy is absolutely political, and it really breaks my heart that people would politicize the sadness of that tragedy," she said. Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey told FOX Houston the county has become a haven for illegal immigrant criminals and a sanctuary county. JOCELYN NUNGARAY MURDER SUSPECT HAS BAIL SET AT $10 MILLION (Harris County Jail) "Based on those policies, based upon our unwillingness to engage, I believe it is. I think people know that they cross that border with ill intent … and are coming here to do bad things," Ramsey said. "They know that they can come to Houston, Texas, the third-largest county in America, and they can do really bad things and not get caught, and nothing will happen. "If they went a few counties north of us, there would be something happen to them, but they don't," added Ramsey. "They stay, and I think your term is correct. It's a 'sanctuary county,' and we've got to turn that around." Hidalgo suggested congressional lawmakers should make it a crime for employers to hire illegal immigrants if they are so concerned about the flow of

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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo on Jocelyn Nungaray murder: 'Evil happens regardless of immigration status'. Jonathan Fahey reacts to Jocelyn Nungaray's killing: 'Dire consequences' of an 'open border' Former DHS Deputy Assistant Secretary Jonathan Fahey joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss how the Biden administration's immigration policies have endangered Americans following the 12-year-old's death. The head of the governing body that oversees Harris County, Texas, urged leaders not to malign immigrants over the murder of a 12-year-old girl found strangled to death last week. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo on Tuesday said "evil happens regardless of immigration status" while urging officials not to politicize the death of Jocelyn Nungaray. Two illegal immigrants from Venezuela are charged in her killing. "It had nothing to do with why they committed this crime," she said Tuesday at the start of the Harris County Commissioner's Court meeting. Hidalgo also blamed former President Trump and Republicans in Congress for creating the conditions that led to Nungaray's death. 'EVIDENCE IS CLEAR THAT A SEXUAL ASSAULT LIKELY HAPPENED,' PROSECUTOR SAYS Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo seemed to politicize the death of Jocelyn Nungaray and the illegal immigrants suspected in her strangulation death. (Fox News) "The fact that two immigrants committed this terrible crime does not mean that they committed the crime because they are immigrants," she said. "It's very easy to malign entire communities when tragedy happens, and that's always an easy political strategy." Fox News Digital has reached out to Hidalgo's office. Nungaray's alleged killers — Johan Jose Rangel Martinez, 21, and Franklin Jose Peña Ramos, 26 — met each other when they were both on their way to the U.S. from Venezuela and then later connected in Houston, prosecutors said. On June 16, they lured Nungaray under a bridge and sexually assaulted her before she was strangled to death and left in a creek, authorities said. Nungaray's hands and feet were bound, she was nude from the waist down, and she had marks on her neck and scrapes on her backside consistent with being dragged, prosecutors said. ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT SUSPECT ACCUSED OF KILLING JOCELYN NUNGARAY WORE ICE ANKLE MONITOR President Biden, Jocelyn Nungaray and former President Trump (Getty Images) Martinez allegedly told authorities he tied Jocelyn's legs and instructed Ramos to throw her in the bayou. Martinez had bite marks and scratches on his arm and shaved his beard to avoid detection, authorities allege. During Tuesday's meeting, Hidalgo said congressional Democrats and Republicans initially agreed on an immigration package that would have kept Martinez and Ramos in Mexico and would have sent back anyone who didn't cross into the U.S. at a legal entry point. "When the former president decided that he didn't want Biden to have a win on immigration, he told his party to pull out of that agreement. So, blaming things on the current immigration policy is absolutely political, and it really breaks my heart that people would politicize the sadness of that tragedy," she said. Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey told FOX Houston the county has become a haven for illegal immigrant criminals and a sanctuary county. JOCELYN NUNGARAY MURDER SUSPECT HAS BAIL SET AT $10 MILLION (Harris County Jail) "Based on those policies, based upon our unwillingness to engage, I believe it is. I think people know that they cross that border with ill intent … and are coming here to do bad things," Ramsey said. "They know that they can come to Houston, Texas, the third-largest county in America, and they can do really bad things and not get caught, and nothing will happen. "If they went a few counties north of us, there would be something happen to them, but they don't," added Ramsey. "They stay, and I think your term is correct. It's a 'sanctuary county,' and we've got to turn that around." Hidalgo suggested congressional lawmakers should make it a crime for employers to hire illegal immigrants if they are so concerned about the flow of

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Bybit surpasses Coinbase in market share after Binance's decline

Bybit exchange has flipped Coinbase to become the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange. Following a surge in trading, Bybit became the second-largest centralized crypto exchange (CEX) by trading volume, according to a June 25 report by During the same period, Coinbase's market share only increased by 1% despite reporting improved profits and revenue. Bybit's growing market share could partly be attributed to Binance's past regulatory issues, which caused the world's largest exchange crypto exchange to lose some of its dominance over the industry. Bybit gains traction as Binance loses market share As Bybit's market share has grown over 8% during the past eight months, Binance has been losing traction. Since October, Binance's dominance fell from 60% to 54%, a 6% decrease, which could partly be attributed to the exchange's regulatory struggles. According to Kaiko: "This could indicate that the exchange benefited from Binance's regulatory troubles." On Nov. 21, 2023, U.S. officials announced a $4.3 billion settlement with Binance for Anti-Money Laundering violations, marking one of the most significant criminal fines in U.S. history In June 2023, the SEC sued Coinbase and Binance Exchange for alleged securities violations. In the lawsuit against Binance, the SEC alleged that the company and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, had misappropriated billions of user funds. Despite the initial allegations, there was no evidence of user fund misappropriation. Binance remains the world's largest crypto exchange by trading volume. How CZ built Binance and became the richest person in crypto | Crypto Stories Ep. 16. Source:

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Bybit surpasses Coinbase in market share after Binance's decline. Bybit exchange has flipped Coinbase to become the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange. Following a surge in trading, Bybit became the second-largest centralized crypto exchange (CEX) by trading volume, according to a June 25 report by During the same period, Coinbase's market share only increased by 1% despite reporting improved profits and revenue. Bybit's growing market share could partly be attributed to Binance's past regulatory issues, which caused the world's largest exchange crypto exchange to lose some of its dominance over the industry. Bybit gains traction as Binance loses market share As Bybit's market share has grown over 8% during the past eight months, Binance has been losing traction. Since October, Binance's dominance fell from 60% to 54%, a 6% decrease, which could partly be attributed to the exchange's regulatory struggles. According to Kaiko: "This could indicate that the exchange benefited from Binance's regulatory troubles." On Nov. 21, 2023, U.S. officials announced a $4.3 billion settlement with Binance for Anti-Money Laundering violations, marking one of the most significant criminal fines in U.S. history In June 2023, the SEC sued Coinbase and Binance Exchange for alleged securities violations. In the lawsuit against Binance, the SEC alleged that the company and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, had misappropriated billions of user funds. Despite the initial allegations, there was no evidence of user fund misappropriation. Binance remains the world's largest crypto exchange by trading volume. How CZ built Binance and became the richest person in crypto | Crypto Stories Ep. 16. Source:

3D printed gun with expanded clip seized on Ontario highway

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An employee at Nutrien's potash operation near Rocanville, Sask. was killed over the weekend, according to the company. Motorcyclist killed in weekend collision in Moose Jaw A motorcyclist is dead following a crash involving an SUV in east Moose Jaw, according to the city's police service. Funnel clouds possible for parts of Sask. Tuesday Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued a special weather statement for Regina and other parts of the province advising of possible funnel clouds on Tuesday. Saskatoon can expect more rainy days this week, with a risk of funnel clouds on Tuesday Saskatoon residents can expect a week of cool and unsettled weather with a chance of showers most days. Police investigating after armed robbery at Saskatoon store Saskatoon police are investigating an armed robbery at a convenience store on the 1000 Block of 8th Street East. 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Get ready for a drop in temperatures: Arctic fronts forecast across Canada

Canadians may be enjoying what felt like an early start to spring, but temperatures are set to drop, according to CTV Your Morning's meteorologist Kelsey McEwen. Check your local forecast After a couple of days of balmy weather, Ontario and Quebec can expect a temperature drop by the weekend, hitting 10 C colder Saturday afternoon than Thursday. The sweeping cold front will bring snow and strong winds, McEwen said. Blowing snow and wind chills are forecast. Extreme cold is expected in northern Quebec, with wind chills nearing -52 Thursday night and warming up through Friday morning. Environment Canada said the wind chill is a combination of cold temperatures and westerly winds. Further west, temperatures will fall below zero across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba on Saturday. McEwen said that the eastern Prairies can expect the temperature to drop past the freezing mark at the tail end of the weekend and early next week. In Nunavut, areas like Chesterfield Inlet and Arviat will face wind chills of -55 or lower until late Thursday morning. Heavy snowfall According to McEwen, active weather is forecast for the B.C., with snow and rain descending south. Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning for the north coast, with 15 centimetres set to fall Thursday evening till Friday morning. Heavy snow will taper off to showers or wet flurries early Friday afternoon before snowfall returns Friday night. According to the weather agency, an air quality statement was issued for parts of B.C., including North Peace River and the Lakes District. The air advisories were issued "due to high concentrations of fine particulate matter that are expected to persist until weather conditions change." Freezing rain A storm is brewing for Atlantic Canada as freezing rain is expected to hit Newfoundland and Labrador, including the Avalon Peninsula and St. John's. Residents should watch out for 10 to 22 millimetres of ice buildup due to eight to 10 hours of freezing rain. McEwen said the storm will start with snow and ice pellets before moving into rain or freezing rain. Environment Canada warned motorists that roads will be icy and hazardous during the Friday morning commute even though the freezing rain is expected to be over by then. "Utility outages may occur," the weather agency said. A special weather statement was issued for Bonavista Peninsula and Clarenville as freezing rain is expected over a span of four hours or more, with five to 15 centimetres of snow and ice pellets expected during that time as well. The weather conditions will kick off Thursday evening, lasting into early Friday morning, Environment Canada said. According to the statement, it's uncertain whether Thursday night's precipitation will fall as ice pellets or freezing rain. 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Get ready for a drop in temperatures: Arctic fronts forecast across Canada. Canadians may be enjoying what felt like an early start to spring, but temperatures are set to drop, according to CTV Your Morning's meteorologist Kelsey McEwen. Check your local forecast After a couple of days of balmy weather, Ontario and Quebec can expect a temperature drop by the weekend, hitting 10 C colder Saturday afternoon than Thursday. The sweeping cold front will bring snow and strong winds, McEwen said. Blowing snow and wind chills are forecast. Extreme cold is expected in northern Quebec, with wind chills nearing -52 Thursday night and warming up through Friday morning. Environment Canada said the wind chill is a combination of cold temperatures and westerly winds. Further west, temperatures will fall below zero across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba on Saturday. McEwen said that the eastern Prairies can expect the temperature to drop past the freezing mark at the tail end of the weekend and early next week. In Nunavut, areas like Chesterfield Inlet and Arviat will face wind chills of -55 or lower until late Thursday morning. Heavy snowfall According to McEwen, active weather is forecast for the B.C., with snow and rain descending south. Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning for the north coast, with 15 centimetres set to fall Thursday evening till Friday morning. Heavy snow will taper off to showers or wet flurries early Friday afternoon before snowfall returns Friday night. According to the weather agency, an air quality statement was issued for parts of B.C., including North Peace River and the Lakes District. The air advisories were issued "due to high concentrations of fine particulate matter that are expected to persist until weather conditions change." Freezing rain A storm is brewing for Atlantic Canada as freezing rain is expected to hit Newfoundland and Labrador, including the Avalon Peninsula and St. John's. Residents should watch out for 10 to 22 millimetres of ice buildup due to eight to 10 hours of freezing rain. McEwen said the storm will start with snow and ice pellets before moving into rain or freezing rain. Environment Canada warned motorists that roads will be icy and hazardous during the Friday morning commute even though the freezing rain is expected to be over by then. "Utility outages may occur," the weather agency said. A special weather statement was issued for Bonavista Peninsula and Clarenville as freezing rain is expected over a span of four hours or more, with five to 15 centimetres of snow and ice pellets expected during that time as well. The weather conditions will kick off Thursday evening, lasting into early Friday morning, Environment Canada said. According to the statement, it's uncertain whether Thursday night's precipitation will fall as ice pellets or freezing rain. A special weather statement in Nova Scotia notes 25 to 55 millimetres of rain on frozen ground, with winds ranging from 70 to 90 km/h expected Friday evening until Saturday. Impacted areas include Halifax, Richmond, Inverness and Colchester County. Would-be social media star from the Sault charged with murder in L.A. Alabama hospital puts pause on IVF in wake of ruling saying frozen embryos are children Victims' families hold vigil as Robert Pickton becomes eligible to apply for day parole Arrests made after girl's body found encased in concrete and boy's remains in a suitcase Biden calls Putin a 'crazy SOB' and takes aim at Trump during fundraiser for 2024 election Container ship hits bridge in south China, killing 5 and knocking section of roadway into the water A Los Angeles woman was arrested in Russia on charges of treason. 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Opinions and laws on keeping the lizard as a pet vary Unpublished Eagles book dished on the band's 1980 breakup, manager says at trial over lyrics pages A criminal case involving handwritten lyrics to the classic rock megahit 'Hotel California' and other Eagles favourites went to trial Wednesday in New York, with three men accused of scheming to thwart band co-founder Don Henley's efforts to reclaim the allegedly ill-gotten documents. Jurors sworn in for trial of 'Rust' armourer in fatal 2021 shooting by Alec Baldwin Prosecutors in New Mexico want more accountability for the 2021 death of a cinematographer who was fatally shot by actor Alec Baldwin during a rehearsal for the Western film 'Rust.' Sixteen jurors -- including four alternates -- were sworn in for trial Wednesday. 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Attack on a Congo gold mine kills 6 Chinese miners and 2 Congolese soldiers

A militia attack on a gold mine in northeastern Congo killed six Chinese miners and two Congolese soldiers, a civil society group said Thursday, the latest assault as violence worsens in the resource-rich region. The attack on Wednesday targeted the village of Gambala and the nearby "Camp Blanquette" gold mine in the Ituri province, according to Jean Robert Basiloko, a member of a local civil society group. A militia known as the Cooperative for the Development of the Congo, or CODECO, claimed responsibility for the attack. Eastern Congo has been torn by decadelong fighting between government forces and more than 120 armed groups, often involving bombs targeting civilians as the militias seek a share of the region's gold and other resources. Violence in the region has worsened in recent months as security forces battle the militias. On Wednesday, the militiamen set homes ablaze and then attacked the mine, which is guarded by a competing armed group, the Zaire Militia, Basiloko told The Associated Press. The attackers killed six Chinese miners and two Congolese troops, he added and abducted two other miners, whose whereabouts remain unknown. CODECO and the Zaire Militia are involved in a complex conflict, mixing economic ambitions and power struggles. The Zaire Militia, a dissident faction of CODECO, fiercely opposes its former allies. CODECO is a loose association of militia groups mainly from the ethnic Lendu farming community. Attacks by CODECO killed nearly 1,800 people and wounded more than 500 in the four years through 2022, according to the African Center for the Study and Research on Terrorism. The United Nations has said some of the attacks could constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity.

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Attack on a Congo gold mine kills 6 Chinese miners and 2 Congolese soldiers. A militia attack on a gold mine in northeastern Congo killed six Chinese miners and two Congolese soldiers, a civil society group said Thursday, the latest assault as violence worsens in the resource-rich region. The attack on Wednesday targeted the village of Gambala and the nearby "Camp Blanquette" gold mine in the Ituri province, according to Jean Robert Basiloko, a member of a local civil society group. A militia known as the Cooperative for the Development of the Congo, or CODECO, claimed responsibility for the attack. Eastern Congo has been torn by decadelong fighting between government forces and more than 120 armed groups, often involving bombs targeting civilians as the militias seek a share of the region's gold and other resources. Violence in the region has worsened in recent months as security forces battle the militias. On Wednesday, the militiamen set homes ablaze and then attacked the mine, which is guarded by a competing armed group, the Zaire Militia, Basiloko told The Associated Press. The attackers killed six Chinese miners and two Congolese troops, he added and abducted two other miners, whose whereabouts remain unknown. CODECO and the Zaire Militia are involved in a complex conflict, mixing economic ambitions and power struggles. The Zaire Militia, a dissident faction of CODECO, fiercely opposes its former allies. CODECO is a loose association of militia groups mainly from the ethnic Lendu farming community. Attacks by CODECO killed nearly 1,800 people and wounded more than 500 in the four years through 2022, according to the African Center for the Study and Research on Terrorism. The United Nations has said some of the attacks could constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Dozens arrested at UC Irvine after anti-Israel agitators swarm buildings

Fox News Poll: 59% oppose college campus protests The Foreign Desk editor-in-chief Lisa Daftari and Bulletproof Israel's Remi Franklin join 'Fox News @ Night' to discuss police arresting anti-Israel protesters at the University of California, Irvine. Nearly 50 people were arrested after hundreds of anti-Israel protesters swarmed the campus of UC Irvine in California and set up barricades, the university confirmed Thursday. The university said that the 47 individuals arrested were charged with trespassing or failing to disperse after a direct police order. The booking process began on campus and those arrested were taken to the Orange County Jail, where booking and processing were completed. They were then released, university spokesperson Tom Vasich said. UC Irvine confirmed later Thursday that of the 47 individuals arrested, 26 were students, 19 were non-affiliates, and two were employees. CHINESE COMMUNIST PARTY-LINKED NETWORK BEHIND 'WELL-FUNDED' ANTI-ISRAEL CAMPUS PROTESTS, GROUP SAYS Police officers clear pro-Palestinian demonstrators off the campus stairs after students occupied the Physical Sciences Lecture Hall at the University of California, Irvine, in Irvine, California on May 15, 2025. (PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) The university moved to remote operations on Thursday. A UC spokesperson told Fox News Digital on Wednesday that the campus erupted into chaos after several hundred protesters entered the Physical Sciences Lecture Hall on the California campus and began to barricade the building. Chancellor Howard Gillman issued a statement late Wednesday saying he was planning to allow the peaceful encampment to remain on campus even though it violated university policies, but the school called in police after a small group barricaded themselves inside a campus lecture hall, supported by a large group of community members rallying outside. Demonstrators gather as law enforcement officers are deployed to the University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine) after protesters against the war in Gaza surrounded the physical sciences lecture hall, as the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas continues, in Irvine, California, U.S. May 15, 2024. (REUTERS/Mike Blake) He said the group transformed what had been a manageable situation into one that required police response and demanded to oversee many elements of university operations. FOX NEWS POLL REVEALS HOW VOTERS FEEL ABOUT STUDENT PROTESTS OVER ISRAEL "Most importantly, their assault on the academic freedom rights of our faculty and the free speech rights of faculty and students was appalling," Gillman said in the statement. Law enforcement from multiple agencies responded to UC Irvine after hundreds of protesters descended onto the California campus. The arrests come after weeks of anti-Israel demonstrations across university campuses that disrupted operations. The Associated Press has recorded at least 80 incidents since April 18 where arrests were made at campus protests across the U.S. More than 2,960 people have been arrested on the campuses of 60 colleges and universities. Fox News Digital's Sarah Rumpf-Whitten and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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Dozens arrested at UC Irvine after anti-Israel agitators swarm buildings. Fox News Poll: 59% oppose college campus protests The Foreign Desk editor-in-chief Lisa Daftari and Bulletproof Israel's Remi Franklin join 'Fox News @ Night' to discuss police arresting anti-Israel protesters at the University of California, Irvine. Nearly 50 people were arrested after hundreds of anti-Israel protesters swarmed the campus of UC Irvine in California and set up barricades, the university confirmed Thursday. The university said that the 47 individuals arrested were charged with trespassing or failing to disperse after a direct police order. The booking process began on campus and those arrested were taken to the Orange County Jail, where booking and processing were completed. They were then released, university spokesperson Tom Vasich said. UC Irvine confirmed later Thursday that of the 47 individuals arrested, 26 were students, 19 were non-affiliates, and two were employees. CHINESE COMMUNIST PARTY-LINKED NETWORK BEHIND 'WELL-FUNDED' ANTI-ISRAEL CAMPUS PROTESTS, GROUP SAYS Police officers clear pro-Palestinian demonstrators off the campus stairs after students occupied the Physical Sciences Lecture Hall at the University of California, Irvine, in Irvine, California on May 15, 2025. (PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) The university moved to remote operations on Thursday. A UC spokesperson told Fox News Digital on Wednesday that the campus erupted into chaos after several hundred protesters entered the Physical Sciences Lecture Hall on the California campus and began to barricade the building. Chancellor Howard Gillman issued a statement late Wednesday saying he was planning to allow the peaceful encampment to remain on campus even though it violated university policies, but the school called in police after a small group barricaded themselves inside a campus lecture hall, supported by a large group of community members rallying outside. Demonstrators gather as law enforcement officers are deployed to the University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine) after protesters against the war in Gaza surrounded the physical sciences lecture hall, as the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas continues, in Irvine, California, U.S. May 15, 2024. (REUTERS/Mike Blake) He said the group transformed what had been a manageable situation into one that required police response and demanded to oversee many elements of university operations. FOX NEWS POLL REVEALS HOW VOTERS FEEL ABOUT STUDENT PROTESTS OVER ISRAEL "Most importantly, their assault on the academic freedom rights of our faculty and the free speech rights of faculty and students was appalling," Gillman said in the statement. Law enforcement from multiple agencies responded to UC Irvine after hundreds of protesters descended onto the California campus. The arrests come after weeks of anti-Israel demonstrations across university campuses that disrupted operations. The Associated Press has recorded at least 80 incidents since April 18 where arrests were made at campus protests across the U.S. More than 2,960 people have been arrested on the campuses of 60 colleges and universities. Fox News Digital's Sarah Rumpf-Whitten and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

FBI investigates vandalism at two Jewish cemeteries in Cincinnati

CINCINNATI -- The FBI and police in Cincinnati are investigating the damaging of nearly 180 gravestones at two Jewish cemeteries. The tombstones, some dating back to the late 1800s, likely were knocked over between June 25 and Monday, according to the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. The damage was found in two Jewish sections of the Covedale Cemetery complex on Monday. Some of the tombstones cracked in half, the organization said. Most were pushed face-down. "Our hearts go out to the families affected by this senseless vandalism. The Jewish community in Cincinnati is resilient and we are committed to repairing the damage and restoring the sanctity of these sacred spaces," the federation said in a statement. It asked anyone with information to come forward and help with the investigation. The vandalism comes amid a

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FBI investigates vandalism at two Jewish cemeteries in Cincinnati. CINCINNATI -- The FBI and police in Cincinnati are investigating the damaging of nearly 180 gravestones at two Jewish cemeteries. The tombstones, some dating back to the late 1800s, likely were knocked over between June 25 and Monday, according to the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. The damage was found in two Jewish sections of the Covedale Cemetery complex on Monday. Some of the tombstones cracked in half, the organization said. Most were pushed face-down. "Our hearts go out to the families affected by this senseless vandalism. The Jewish community in Cincinnati is resilient and we are committed to repairing the damage and restoring the sanctity of these sacred spaces," the federation said in a statement. It asked anyone with information to come forward and help with the investigation. The vandalism comes amid a

Sonos’ headphones are extremely Sonos

Image: Andrew Marino / The Verge Say this for Sonos: the company is remarkably consistent. It has spent decades building audio products that look and sound great... and are almost always initially hampered by some kind of weird software and usability issue. When Sonos stuff works, there’s nothing like it, but it doesn’t always seem to work . The Sonos Ace headphones fit perfectly in that lineage. In The Verge ’s review , Chris Welch found them to be comfortable, attractive, well-made, great-sounding, and hampered by just a few too many bugs. Even still, the Ace is a strong first effort from Sonos. On this episode of The Vergecast , Chris joins to tell us all about his experiences with the Ace. He explains how he tests headphones, how these stack up to Bose, Sony, Apple, and others, and what Sonos needs to do to make its headphones something truly special. He also gives us a hint about how his Roam 2 review is going. (Spoiler alert: buttons!) After that, we chat with Stacy Spikes and Muta’Ali about the new documentary MoviePass, MovieCrash . ( Spikes is the co-founder and current CEO of MoviePass, and Muta’Ali directed the documentary.) They tell us about what it’s like to be cut out of your own company and story, how and why MoviePass imploded, the future of the movie theater, and why Spikes thinks MoviePass still has a future. Finally, we grab Jennifer Pattison Tuohy to answer a question from the Vergecast Hotline (866-VERGE11 or email vergecast@theverge.com!) all about the smart home. You’ve got lights, you’ve got speakers, what’s next? If you want to know more about everything discussed in this episode, here are some links to get you started, beginning with Sonos: Sonos Ace review: was it worth it? Sonos CEO Patrick Spence addresses the company’s divisive app redesign Sonos’ Roam 2 speaker is easier to use and available today for $179 The new Sonos app is missing a lot of features, and people aren’t happy Sonos says its controversial app redesign took ‘courage’ And on MoviePass: MoviePass, MovieCrash review: a damning account of corporate greed MoviePass, MovieCrash | Official Trailer Why MoviePass really failed Former MoviePass execs are now facing criminal fraud charges MoviePass is officially coming back The struggles of MoviePass, the film subscription service And on the smart home: Aqara kick-starts its first Matter-over-Thread smart lock with a promise of Home Key support The new Yale Keypad Touch brings fingerprint unlocking to the August smart lock Yale launches its first retrofit smart lock — the Yale Approach with Wi-Fi From Derek Seaman’s Tech Blog: Home Assistant: Setting up the Aqara FP2 Presence Sensor

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Sonos’ headphones are extremely Sonos. Image: Andrew Marino / The Verge Say this for Sonos: the company is remarkably consistent. It has spent decades building audio products that look and sound great... and are almost always initially hampered by some kind of weird software and usability issue. When Sonos stuff works, there’s nothing like it, but it doesn’t always seem to work . The Sonos Ace headphones fit perfectly in that lineage. In The Verge ’s review , Chris Welch found them to be comfortable, attractive, well-made, great-sounding, and hampered by just a few too many bugs. Even still, the Ace is a strong first effort from Sonos. On this episode of The Vergecast , Chris joins to tell us all about his experiences with the Ace. He explains how he tests headphones, how these stack up to Bose, Sony, Apple, and others, and what Sonos needs to do to make its headphones something truly special. He also gives us a hint about how his Roam 2 review is going. (Spoiler alert: buttons!) After that, we chat with Stacy Spikes and Muta’Ali about the new documentary MoviePass, MovieCrash . ( Spikes is the co-founder and current CEO of MoviePass, and Muta’Ali directed the documentary.) They tell us about what it’s like to be cut out of your own company and story, how and why MoviePass imploded, the future of the movie theater, and why Spikes thinks MoviePass still has a future. Finally, we grab Jennifer Pattison Tuohy to answer a question from the Vergecast Hotline (866-VERGE11 or email vergecast@theverge.com!) all about the smart home. You’ve got lights, you’ve got speakers, what’s next? If you want to know more about everything discussed in this episode, here are some links to get you started, beginning with Sonos: Sonos Ace review: was it worth it? Sonos CEO Patrick Spence addresses the company’s divisive app redesign Sonos’ Roam 2 speaker is easier to use and available today for $179 The new Sonos app is missing a lot of features, and people aren’t happy Sonos says its controversial app redesign took ‘courage’ And on MoviePass: MoviePass, MovieCrash review: a damning account of corporate greed MoviePass, MovieCrash | Official Trailer Why MoviePass really failed Former MoviePass execs are now facing criminal fraud charges MoviePass is officially coming back The struggles of MoviePass, the film subscription service And on the smart home: Aqara kick-starts its first Matter-over-Thread smart lock with a promise of Home Key support The new Yale Keypad Touch brings fingerprint unlocking to the August smart lock Yale launches its first retrofit smart lock — the Yale Approach with Wi-Fi From Derek Seaman’s Tech Blog: Home Assistant: Setting up the Aqara FP2 Presence Sensor

Artificial intelligence not always helpful for reducing doctor burnout, studies suggest

Ambient AI has doctors excited about a high-tech future FOX News' Eben Brown reports on AI going mainstream in healthcare, which doctors say has the potential to create stronger relationships with patients. The use of generative AI may not be helpful in reducing burnout in health care, new research suggests. Previous research indicated that increased time spent using electronic health record (EHR) systems and handling administrative responsibilities has been a burden on doctors. So some people had heralded artificial intelligence as a potential solution — yet recent investigations by U.S. health systems found that large language models (LLMs) did not simplify clinicians' day-to-day responsibilities. WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? For instance, a 2023 observational study at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, examined the impact of using AI for electronic patient messaging. Researchers prompted a large language model to respond to simulated questions from cancer patients — then compared its output to responses from six board-certified radiation oncologists. Medical professionals then edited the AI-generated responses into "clinically acceptable" answers to send to patients. New studies suggest that generative AI might not help burnout among physicians, as had been previously thought. (iStock) The study, published in The Lancet Digital Health, found that the LLM drafts posed "a risk of severe harm in 11 of 156 survey responses, and death in one survey response." "The majority of harmful responses were due to incorrectly determining or conveying the acuity of the scenario and recommended action," the researchers wrote. FIRST-EVER AUGMENTED REALITY ABDOMINAL SURGERY PERFORMED IN CHILE: 'A REVOLUTION' The researchers concluded that LLM-assisted results (those edited by physicians) displayed a "best-of-both-worlds scenario" — reducing physician workload while ensuring that patients get accurate information. "These early findings … indicate the need to thoroughly evaluate LLMs in their intended clinical contexts, reflecting the precise task and level of human oversight," the study concluded. Researchers concluded that LLM-assisted results displayed a "best-of-both-worlds scenario," reducing physician workload while ensuring consistency of responses and improving the education of patients. (iStock) Medical billing codes Another study from New York's Mount Sinai Health System evaluated four different types of large language models for performance and error patterns when querying GOOGLE BARD TRANSITIONS TO GEMINI: WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE AI UPGRADE The research, published in the journal NEJM AI, found that all tested LLMs performed poorly on medical code querying, "often generating codes conveying imprecise or fabricated information." The study concluded, "LLMs are not appropriate for use on medical coding tasks without additional research." The study was funded by the AGA Research Foundation and National Institutes of Health (NIH). One study found that all tested LLMs performed poorly on medical code querying — and that the issue needs further research. (iStock) Researchers noted that although these models can "approximate the meaning of many codes," they also "display an unacceptable lack of precision and a high propensity for falsifying codes." "This has significant implications for billing, clinical decision-making, quality improvement, research and health policy," the researchers wrote. Patient messages and physicians' time A third JAMA Network-published study, from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, evaluated AI-drafted replies to patient messages and physicians' time spent editing them. CHATGPT FOUND BY STUDY TO SPREAD INACCURACIES WHEN ANSWERING MEDICATION QUESTIONS The assumption was that generative AI drafts would lessen a physician's time spent doing these tasks — yet the results showed otherwise. "Generative AI-drafted replies were associated with significantly increased read time, no change in reply time, significantly increased reply length and [only] some perceived benefits," the study found. Researchers suggested that " rigorous empirical tests " are needed to further assess AI's performance and patients' experiences. In the UC San Diego study, generative AI was found to cause "increased read time, no change in reply time [and] significantly increased reply length" in patient messages. Doctor's thoughts on AI David Atashroo, M.D., chief medical officer of Qventus, an AI-powered surgical management solution in Mountain View, California, reacted to the research findings in an interview with Fox News Digital. (He was not involved in the research.) "We see an immense potential for AI to take on lower-risk, yet highly automatable tasks that traditionally fall on the essential yet often overlooked 'glue roles' in health care — such as schedulers, medical assistants, case managers and care navigators," he said. "It's crucial to set realistic expectations about [AI's] performance.' "These professionals are crucial in holding together processes that are directly tied to clinical outcomes, yet spend a substantial portion of their time on administrative tasks like parsing faxes, summarizing notes and securing necessary documentation." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER In automating these tasks, Atashroo suggested that generative AI could help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of clinical care. "When considering the deployment of generative AI, it's crucial to set realistic expectations about its performance," he said. "The standard cannot always be perfection, as even the humans currently performing these tasks are not infallible." "The standard cannot always be perfection, as even the humans currently performing these tasks are not infallible," an AI expert said. In some scenarios, he suggested, AI could help serve as a "safety net" to catch any oversights of team members. Tasks may sometimes go unaddressed "simply because there isn't enough time to tackle them," Atashroo noted. "Generative AI can help manage cases more consistently than our current capacity allows." "When considering the deployment of generative AI, it's crucial to set realistic expectations about its performance." Safety and efficacy are "paramount" in AI applications, the doctor also noted.

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Artificial intelligence not always helpful for reducing doctor burnout, studies suggest. Ambient AI has doctors excited about a high-tech future FOX News' Eben Brown reports on AI going mainstream in healthcare, which doctors say has the potential to create stronger relationships with patients. The use of generative AI may not be helpful in reducing burnout in health care, new research suggests. Previous research indicated that increased time spent using electronic health record (EHR) systems and handling administrative responsibilities has been a burden on doctors. So some people had heralded artificial intelligence as a potential solution — yet recent investigations by U.S. health systems found that large language models (LLMs) did not simplify clinicians' day-to-day responsibilities. WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? For instance, a 2023 observational study at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, examined the impact of using AI for electronic patient messaging. Researchers prompted a large language model to respond to simulated questions from cancer patients — then compared its output to responses from six board-certified radiation oncologists. Medical professionals then edited the AI-generated responses into "clinically acceptable" answers to send to patients. New studies suggest that generative AI might not help burnout among physicians, as had been previously thought. (iStock) The study, published in The Lancet Digital Health, found that the LLM drafts posed "a risk of severe harm in 11 of 156 survey responses, and death in one survey response." "The majority of harmful responses were due to incorrectly determining or conveying the acuity of the scenario and recommended action," the researchers wrote. FIRST-EVER AUGMENTED REALITY ABDOMINAL SURGERY PERFORMED IN CHILE: 'A REVOLUTION' The researchers concluded that LLM-assisted results (those edited by physicians) displayed a "best-of-both-worlds scenario" — reducing physician workload while ensuring that patients get accurate information. "These early findings … indicate the need to thoroughly evaluate LLMs in their intended clinical contexts, reflecting the precise task and level of human oversight," the study concluded. Researchers concluded that LLM-assisted results displayed a "best-of-both-worlds scenario," reducing physician workload while ensuring consistency of responses and improving the education of patients. (iStock) Medical billing codes Another study from New York's Mount Sinai Health System evaluated four different types of large language models for performance and error patterns when querying GOOGLE BARD TRANSITIONS TO GEMINI: WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE AI UPGRADE The research, published in the journal NEJM AI, found that all tested LLMs performed poorly on medical code querying, "often generating codes conveying imprecise or fabricated information." The study concluded, "LLMs are not appropriate for use on medical coding tasks without additional research." The study was funded by the AGA Research Foundation and National Institutes of Health (NIH). One study found that all tested LLMs performed poorly on medical code querying — and that the issue needs further research. (iStock) Researchers noted that although these models can "approximate the meaning of many codes," they also "display an unacceptable lack of precision and a high propensity for falsifying codes." "This has significant implications for billing, clinical decision-making, quality improvement, research and health policy," the researchers wrote. Patient messages and physicians' time A third JAMA Network-published study, from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, evaluated AI-drafted replies to patient messages and physicians' time spent editing them. CHATGPT FOUND BY STUDY TO SPREAD INACCURACIES WHEN ANSWERING MEDICATION QUESTIONS The assumption was that generative AI drafts would lessen a physician's time spent doing these tasks — yet the results showed otherwise. "Generative AI-drafted replies were associated with significantly increased read time, no change in reply time, significantly increased reply length and [only] some perceived benefits," the study found. Researchers suggested that " rigorous empirical tests " are needed to further assess AI's performance and patients' experiences. In the UC San Diego study, generative AI was found to cause "increased read time, no change in reply time [and] significantly increased reply length" in patient messages. Doctor's thoughts on AI David Atashroo, M.D., chief medical officer of Qventus, an AI-powered surgical management solution in Mountain View, California, reacted to the research findings in an interview with Fox News Digital. (He was not involved in the research.) "We see an immense potential for AI to take on lower-risk, yet highly automatable tasks that traditionally fall on the essential yet often overlooked 'glue roles' in health care — such as schedulers, medical assistants, case managers and care navigators," he said. "It's crucial to set realistic expectations about [AI's] performance.' "These professionals are crucial in holding together processes that are directly tied to clinical outcomes, yet spend a substantial portion of their time on administrative tasks like parsing faxes, summarizing notes and securing necessary documentation." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER In automating these tasks, Atashroo suggested that generative AI could help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of clinical care. "When considering the deployment of generative AI, it's crucial to set realistic expectations about its performance," he said. "The standard cannot always be perfection, as even the humans currently performing these tasks are not infallible." "The standard cannot always be perfection, as even the humans currently performing these tasks are not infallible," an AI expert said. In some scenarios, he suggested, AI could help serve as a "safety net" to catch any oversights of team members. Tasks may sometimes go unaddressed "simply because there isn't enough time to tackle them," Atashroo noted. "Generative AI can help manage cases more consistently than our current capacity allows." "When considering the deployment of generative AI, it's crucial to set realistic expectations about its performance." Safety and efficacy are "paramount" in AI applications, the doctor also noted.

Stellantis recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles to fix software glitch that disables rear camera

Stellantis is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to fix a software glitch that can disable the rearview cameras. The recall covers Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs from the 2022 and 2023 model years. Also included are Ram ProMaster vans from 2022 and 2023, as well as the Ram 3500 chassis cabs and Ram 1500 and 2500 pickups from 2022. Also covered are 2021 through 2023 Chrysler Pacifica minivans and Jeep Grand Cherokee L SUVs, and 2021 and 2022 Dodge Durango SUVs. The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App A company investigation found that the vehicles have radio software that can inadvertently shut down the cameras. Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, will fix the problem with an online software update that some vehicles have already received. Owners should see a request to accept the update on their media screens. They also will get recall notices in the mail. The company says it has no reports of injuries or crashes, but it still is urging owners to follow the recall instructions. Stellantis recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles to fix software glitch that disables rear camera Stellantis is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to fix a software glitch that can disable the rearview cameras. Canada sanctions 13 more Russians for role in Navalny's imprisonment and death Canada is sanctioning 13 more Russians from the intelligence service, police force and corrections system for their role in the poisoning, imprisonment and death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. South Korean soldiers fire warning shots after North Korean troops cross border, apparently in error South Korean troops fired warning shots to repel North Korean soldiers who briefly crossed the rivals' heavily fortified land border Tuesday for the second time this month, the South's military said. Both incursions were believed to be unintentional. Staples stores begin accepting Amazon returns under new partnership Canadians can now return their Amazon orders through Staples. The e-commerce giant says the office supply retailer's 298 stores are now equipped to handle Amazon returns. 3 people dead, including gunman, after shooting in Toronto office space: police The gunman who killed a man and a woman is among the deceased after a triple shooting inside an office space near a daycare and a school in North York on Monday afternoon, according to police. 'They were literally feral': Demands for answers in horrific B.C. case of child neglect A horrific case of child neglect involving three young children has their extended family in northern B.C. demanding answers. Ottawa couple's loan payments more than double after new company takes over financing An Ottawa couple is sharing their buyer beware story and the importance of reading the fine print in contracts, following a shocking price hike and interest rate adjustment for their home furnace financing. Secret Service agent robbed at gunpoint during Biden's Los Angeles trip, police say A U.S. Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint as President Joe Biden was visiting Los Angeles for a fundraising event over the weekend, officials said. Gordon Ramsay says he's 'lucky' to be alive, shows off severe bruising after cycling accident Gordon Ramsay says he's grateful to be alive but shaken after a recent cycling accident in Connecticut. Family and friends of Naomi Onotera face man who killed her at sentencing hearing People in the gallery openly wept Monday as friends and family of Naomi Onotera took the stand at a sentencing hearing to share stories about positive ways she touched their lives — and the devastating impact her death at the hands of her husband has had on them. Teen stabbed on grounds of Montreal North high school, suspect is likely a minor A teenager has been stabbed on the grounds of a school in Montreal North, according to Montreal police. 'Minimum standards': Alberta Education bans personal mobile devices in classrooms Starting next school year, students will have limits placed on their personal mobile devices, which officials say can harm student achievement and their mental health. 'Revolutionary youth summer program' gets underway at McGill pro-Palestine encampment Pro-Palestinian activists who have been encamped on McGill University's downtown campus since April launched what they call their own summer school on Monday, despite controversy over photos of armed fighters used to promote the program. Murder-conspiracy trial hears two Edmonton police officers supported Coutts blockade A COVID-era protest blockade at Coutts, Alta. — now at the centre of a murder-conspiracy trial — was getting outside support, including from two members of the Edmonton Police Service, court heard Monday. Sask. Party blocks full investigation into speaker allegations, opposition criticizes move A full investigation into allegations made by legislative Speaker Randy Weekes against Sask. Party MLAs, including former Government House Leader Jeremy Harrison, has been blocked – much to the opposition's disappointment. South Korean soldiers fire warning shots after North Korean troops cross border, apparently in error South Korean troops fired warning shots to repel North Korean soldiers who briefly crossed the rivals' heavily fortified land border Tuesday for the second time this month, the South's military said. Both incursions were believed to be unintentional. Canada sanctions 13 more Russians for role in Navalny's imprisonment and death Canada is sanctioning 13 more Russians from the intelligence service, police force and corrections system for their role in the poisoning, imprisonment and death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Secret Service agent robbed at gunpoint during Biden's Los Angeles trip, police say A U.S. Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint as President Joe Biden was visiting Los Angeles for a fundraising event over the weekend, officials said. Putin to visit North Korea for first time in 24 years North Korean state media says Russian President Vladimir Putin will arrive in the country on Tuesday for a two-day visit. A record number of NATO allies are hitting their defence spending target during war in Ukraine A record more than 20 NATO member nations are hitting the Western military alliance's defence spending target this year, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Monday. Search continues for U.S. tourist and two French women missing in Greece Canada holds off on sending military trainers back to Ukraine Canada does not think the time is right to send military trainers back to Ukraine, given hesitation among NATO allies about such a step, Defence Minister Bill Blair said on Monday. Blair defends navy's Cuba visit, says critics may be 'confused' about its purpose Defence Minister Bill Blair says he was acting on advice from the military when he approved a plan to send a Canadian ship to Cuba, but he can't disclose the classified advice he was given about why the navy wanted to take part in the mission. 'Dumb' or 'unethical': Green leader suggests MPs should have asked more questions Japan reports record spike in potentially deadly bacterial infection Family of woman denied MAID at B.C. hospital files Charter challenge That cool Tony Awards moment when Jay-Z joined Alicia Keys? Turns out it wasn't live Actor Ian McKellen, 85, in 'good spirits,' expected to recover from fall off stage in London Canadians can now return their Amazon orders through Staples. The e-commerce giant says the office supply retailer's 298 stores are now equipped to handle Amazon returns. Ottawa couple's loan payments more than double after new company takes over financing Boeing CEO admits company has been 'far from perfect' after a flood of safety lapses Kylian Mbappe's nose injury places doubt on his continued involvement in Euro 2024 Kylian Mbappe's facial injury in France's 1-0 win against Austria on Monday has put in doubt whether he will continue at the European Championship. Blue Jackets fire coach Pascal Vincent after one terrible, injury plagued season Stellantis is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to fix a software glitch that can disable the rearview cameras. Some Torontonians installing bollards to prevent auto theft In the face of pervasive auto theft in Toronto, some residents are looking to retractable bollards to stand between their vehicle and potential thieves. Maker of Jeep and Dodge plans to kill chrome on cars, citing risks to those who make it Cape Breton boy living with arthritis raises nearly $6,000 in charity basketball game Josh MacDonald and his family hosted a fundraising game for Arthritis Society Canada at the Sydney River Elementary gymnasium on Friday. Waterloo, Ont. student gets recognition at international film festivals A Grade 12 student in Waterloo, Ont. is getting international recognition for a 3D animated film she created. Plane stored in Regina hangar for 12 years may soon help with rocket development A military jet that has been stored for over a decade at the Regina's airport may soon fly again and help with future rocket development. Researchers in Waterloo, Ont. hope to pave the way for lunar development using moon's soil For some, living on the moon is an idea that is truly out of this world. But for others, it's a concept edging closer to reality. Halifax chef speaks about traumatic brain injury Halifax chef Lauren Marshall was working in the Bahamas on a special event in February when she fainted and fell from a golf cart, hitting the back of her head. House in Ottawa struck by lightning leaving hole in roof: 'We felt mostly shocked' The thunderstorm that hit Ottawa Thursday evening was accompanied by heavy rain and lightning that struck a house in Orléans. 'Historic' handshake of Canadian and U.S. ironworkers as Gordie Howe bridge connects Canadian and U.S. ironworkers shook hands across the border as the Gordie Howe bridge deck officially becomes an international crossing. 'If they can run, I can run': 87-year-old set to complete 10th Manitoba Marathon race Age may be just a number to George Steciuk, but it's just one of many that add up to one inspirational athlete. Forgotten soldier's name added to Almonte, Ont. cenotaph thanks to Grade 6 class It has taken more than 100 years, but Almonte's forgotten soldier, George B. Monterville has had his name etched back into history. Family and friends of Naomi Onotera face man who killed her at sentencing hearing People in the gallery openly wept Monday as friends and family of Naomi Onotera took the stand at a sentencing hearing to share stories about positive ways she touched their lives — and the devastating impact her death at the hands of her husband has had on them. Property owners take NDP government to court over new short-term rental rules A handful of members of a group of property owners from across B.C., known as the West Coast Association of Property Owners, assembled outside the B.C. Supreme Court in Victoria on Monday during a break in their court case. B.C. more than doubles fines for illegal hunting, other wildlife offences A special weather statement has been issued for Toronto this morning as a 'cluster' of thunderstorms roll into the GTA. Will Toronto legislate a maximum temperature in apartments? Anushen Selvasegar can barely fit his hand through the narrow opening in his bedroom window to feel the breeze outside of his 14th-floor apartment in St. James Town, one of Toronto's most densely populated neighbourhoods. Opioid deaths in Ontario shelters more than tripled during pandemic, study finds 'Minimum standards': Alberta Education bans personal mobile devices in classrooms 'The show will go on': Calgary Stampede will proceed despite water restrictions Hottest weather of the year so far coming to the Maritimes 'A very heinous event': Teenage girls sexually assaulted during break-in A Winnipeg man faces a slew of charges after police say he broke into an apartment building and sexually assaulted two teenage girls minutes after trying to break into another home nearby. RCMP searching for three missing children, mother reported missing in Ontario last year Manitoba RCMP are asking for help from the public to find an Ontario mother who is wanted for allegedly abducting her three children in December 2023. Winnipeggers battling 'super mosquitoes' after wet weather causes spike Sask. Party blocks full investigation into speaker allegations, opposition criticizes move A full investigation into allegations made by legislative Speaker Randy Weekes against Sask. Party MLAs, including former Government House Leader Jeremy Harrison, has been blocked – much to the opposition's disappointment. 'Would be a very big loss': Regina residents opposed to allowing vehicles on Scarth Street Mall Extreme heat and humidity in southern Ontario all week Sweltering temperatures have settled across southern Ontario and Environment Canada says the dangerously hot and humid weather will be sticking around for the rest of the week. How to navigate the long childcare waitlist in Waterloo Region The promise of cheaper childcare means waitlists have grown longer. Wondering what to do until a spot opens up? We get advice for parents and caregivers. City of Kitchener proposes bylaw to protect renters Saskatoon transit users, organizers split on how to deal with free riders As the city looks at ways to improve transit safety for drivers and users, it also finds itself struggling to deal with another growing concern on city buses: fare evasion. Sask. home destroyed by fire was a pivotal location in a high-profile murder trial The following story contains details some readers may find disturbing. Saskatchewan researchers lead NASA project to measure aerosols in the upper atmosphere Five taken to hospital in northwest Ont. float plane crash Canada's Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a float plane operated by a remote northern Ont. fly-in fishing outfitter crashed, sending five people to hospital. 3 people dead, including gunman, after shooting in Toronto office space: police The gunman who killed a man and a woman is among the deceased after a triple shooting inside an office space near a daycare and a school in North York on Monday afternoon, according to police. Witnesses say suspects pointed handgun at them near northern Ont. gas station Heat event continues with chance of showers and thunderstorms A jury only needed four hours to decide a verdict in a Windsor murder trial. Heat event continues across Windsor-Essex, southern Ontario A prolonged heat event continues Tuesday across southern Ontario. Dangerously hot and humid conditions are expected through the week and perhaps into the weekend. First glassware, then a recycling bin, now a flower pot: WindsorEats faces repeated theft while hosting Mexican Village Two days after the owner of WindsorEats said a recycling bin and a majority of their glassware was stolen during the first weekend of the Carrousel of the Nations festival, surveillance video shows an unidentified individual walking into the food hall and appearing to steal property. Property owners take NDP government to court over new short-term rental rules A handful of members of a group of property owners from across B.C., known as the West Coast Association of Property Owners, assembled outside the B.C. Supreme Court in Victoria on Monday during a break in their court case. B.C. more than doubles fines for illegal hunting, other wildlife offences Starting this week, people caught illegally hunting or fishing will face much stiffer penalties under B.C.'s Wildlife Act. Inmate serving life sentence for B.C. sledgehammer murder dies in prison Worker killed in accident at Kelowna construction site A construction worker died in a workplace incident in Kelowna on Friday, authorities have confirmed. B.C. weather: Sun in forecast after record-breaking low weekend temperatures Princess Anne to visit Newfoundland for 100th anniversary of National War Memorial Feuding Labrador Indigenous groups -- one recognized, one not -- celebrate court ruling

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Stellantis recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles to fix software glitch that disables rear camera. Stellantis is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to fix a software glitch that can disable the rearview cameras. The recall covers Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs from the 2022 and 2023 model years. Also included are Ram ProMaster vans from 2022 and 2023, as well as the Ram 3500 chassis cabs and Ram 1500 and 2500 pickups from 2022. Also covered are 2021 through 2023 Chrysler Pacifica minivans and Jeep Grand Cherokee L SUVs, and 2021 and 2022 Dodge Durango SUVs. The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App A company investigation found that the vehicles have radio software that can inadvertently shut down the cameras. Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, will fix the problem with an online software update that some vehicles have already received. Owners should see a request to accept the update on their media screens. They also will get recall notices in the mail. The company says it has no reports of injuries or crashes, but it still is urging owners to follow the recall instructions. Stellantis recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles to fix software glitch that disables rear camera Stellantis is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to fix a software glitch that can disable the rearview cameras. Canada sanctions 13 more Russians for role in Navalny's imprisonment and death Canada is sanctioning 13 more Russians from the intelligence service, police force and corrections system for their role in the poisoning, imprisonment and death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. South Korean soldiers fire warning shots after North Korean troops cross border, apparently in error South Korean troops fired warning shots to repel North Korean soldiers who briefly crossed the rivals' heavily fortified land border Tuesday for the second time this month, the South's military said. Both incursions were believed to be unintentional. Staples stores begin accepting Amazon returns under new partnership Canadians can now return their Amazon orders through Staples. The e-commerce giant says the office supply retailer's 298 stores are now equipped to handle Amazon returns. 3 people dead, including gunman, after shooting in Toronto office space: police The gunman who killed a man and a woman is among the deceased after a triple shooting inside an office space near a daycare and a school in North York on Monday afternoon, according to police. 'They were literally feral': Demands for answers in horrific B.C. case of child neglect A horrific case of child neglect involving three young children has their extended family in northern B.C. demanding answers. Ottawa couple's loan payments more than double after new company takes over financing An Ottawa couple is sharing their buyer beware story and the importance of reading the fine print in contracts, following a shocking price hike and interest rate adjustment for their home furnace financing. Secret Service agent robbed at gunpoint during Biden's Los Angeles trip, police say A U.S. Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint as President Joe Biden was visiting Los Angeles for a fundraising event over the weekend, officials said. Gordon Ramsay says he's 'lucky' to be alive, shows off severe bruising after cycling accident Gordon Ramsay says he's grateful to be alive but shaken after a recent cycling accident in Connecticut. Family and friends of Naomi Onotera face man who killed her at sentencing hearing People in the gallery openly wept Monday as friends and family of Naomi Onotera took the stand at a sentencing hearing to share stories about positive ways she touched their lives — and the devastating impact her death at the hands of her husband has had on them. Teen stabbed on grounds of Montreal North high school, suspect is likely a minor A teenager has been stabbed on the grounds of a school in Montreal North, according to Montreal police. 'Minimum standards': Alberta Education bans personal mobile devices in classrooms Starting next school year, students will have limits placed on their personal mobile devices, which officials say can harm student achievement and their mental health. 'Revolutionary youth summer program' gets underway at McGill pro-Palestine encampment Pro-Palestinian activists who have been encamped on McGill University's downtown campus since April launched what they call their own summer school on Monday, despite controversy over photos of armed fighters used to promote the program. Murder-conspiracy trial hears two Edmonton police officers supported Coutts blockade A COVID-era protest blockade at Coutts, Alta. — now at the centre of a murder-conspiracy trial — was getting outside support, including from two members of the Edmonton Police Service, court heard Monday. Sask. Party blocks full investigation into speaker allegations, opposition criticizes move A full investigation into allegations made by legislative Speaker Randy Weekes against Sask. Party MLAs, including former Government House Leader Jeremy Harrison, has been blocked – much to the opposition's disappointment. South Korean soldiers fire warning shots after North Korean troops cross border, apparently in error South Korean troops fired warning shots to repel North Korean soldiers who briefly crossed the rivals' heavily fortified land border Tuesday for the second time this month, the South's military said. Both incursions were believed to be unintentional. Canada sanctions 13 more Russians for role in Navalny's imprisonment and death Canada is sanctioning 13 more Russians from the intelligence service, police force and corrections system for their role in the poisoning, imprisonment and death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Secret Service agent robbed at gunpoint during Biden's Los Angeles trip, police say A U.S. Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint as President Joe Biden was visiting Los Angeles for a fundraising event over the weekend, officials said. Putin to visit North Korea for first time in 24 years North Korean state media says Russian President Vladimir Putin will arrive in the country on Tuesday for a two-day visit. A record number of NATO allies are hitting their defence spending target during war in Ukraine A record more than 20 NATO member nations are hitting the Western military alliance's defence spending target this year, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Monday. Search continues for U.S. tourist and two French women missing in Greece Canada holds off on sending military trainers back to Ukraine Canada does not think the time is right to send military trainers back to Ukraine, given hesitation among NATO allies about such a step, Defence Minister Bill Blair said on Monday. Blair defends navy's Cuba visit, says critics may be 'confused' about its purpose Defence Minister Bill Blair says he was acting on advice from the military when he approved a plan to send a Canadian ship to Cuba, but he can't disclose the classified advice he was given about why the navy wanted to take part in the mission. 'Dumb' or 'unethical': Green leader suggests MPs should have asked more questions Japan reports record spike in potentially deadly bacterial infection Family of woman denied MAID at B.C. hospital files Charter challenge That cool Tony Awards moment when Jay-Z joined Alicia Keys? Turns out it wasn't live Actor Ian McKellen, 85, in 'good spirits,' expected to recover from fall off stage in London Canadians can now return their Amazon orders through Staples. The e-commerce giant says the office supply retailer's 298 stores are now equipped to handle Amazon returns. Ottawa couple's loan payments more than double after new company takes over financing Boeing CEO admits company has been 'far from perfect' after a flood of safety lapses Kylian Mbappe's nose injury places doubt on his continued involvement in Euro 2024 Kylian Mbappe's facial injury in France's 1-0 win against Austria on Monday has put in doubt whether he will continue at the European Championship. Blue Jackets fire coach Pascal Vincent after one terrible, injury plagued season Stellantis is recalling nearly 1.2 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada to fix a software glitch that can disable the rearview cameras. Some Torontonians installing bollards to prevent auto theft In the face of pervasive auto theft in Toronto, some residents are looking to retractable bollards to stand between their vehicle and potential thieves. Maker of Jeep and Dodge plans to kill chrome on cars, citing risks to those who make it Cape Breton boy living with arthritis raises nearly $6,000 in charity basketball game Josh MacDonald and his family hosted a fundraising game for Arthritis Society Canada at the Sydney River Elementary gymnasium on Friday. Waterloo, Ont. student gets recognition at international film festivals A Grade 12 student in Waterloo, Ont. is getting international recognition for a 3D animated film she created. Plane stored in Regina hangar for 12 years may soon help with rocket development A military jet that has been stored for over a decade at the Regina's airport may soon fly again and help with future rocket development. Researchers in Waterloo, Ont. hope to pave the way for lunar development using moon's soil For some, living on the moon is an idea that is truly out of this world. But for others, it's a concept edging closer to reality. Halifax chef speaks about traumatic brain injury Halifax chef Lauren Marshall was working in the Bahamas on a special event in February when she fainted and fell from a golf cart, hitting the back of her head. House in Ottawa struck by lightning leaving hole in roof: 'We felt mostly shocked' The thunderstorm that hit Ottawa Thursday evening was accompanied by heavy rain and lightning that struck a house in Orléans. 'Historic' handshake of Canadian and U.S. ironworkers as Gordie Howe bridge connects Canadian and U.S. ironworkers shook hands across the border as the Gordie Howe bridge deck officially becomes an international crossing. 'If they can run, I can run': 87-year-old set to complete 10th Manitoba Marathon race Age may be just a number to George Steciuk, but it's just one of many that add up to one inspirational athlete. Forgotten soldier's name added to Almonte, Ont. cenotaph thanks to Grade 6 class It has taken more than 100 years, but Almonte's forgotten soldier, George B. Monterville has had his name etched back into history. Family and friends of Naomi Onotera face man who killed her at sentencing hearing People in the gallery openly wept Monday as friends and family of Naomi Onotera took the stand at a sentencing hearing to share stories about positive ways she touched their lives — and the devastating impact her death at the hands of her husband has had on them. Property owners take NDP government to court over new short-term rental rules A handful of members of a group of property owners from across B.C., known as the West Coast Association of Property Owners, assembled outside the B.C. Supreme Court in Victoria on Monday during a break in their court case. B.C. more than doubles fines for illegal hunting, other wildlife offences A special weather statement has been issued for Toronto this morning as a 'cluster' of thunderstorms roll into the GTA. Will Toronto legislate a maximum temperature in apartments? Anushen Selvasegar can barely fit his hand through the narrow opening in his bedroom window to feel the breeze outside of his 14th-floor apartment in St. James Town, one of Toronto's most densely populated neighbourhoods. Opioid deaths in Ontario shelters more than tripled during pandemic, study finds 'Minimum standards': Alberta Education bans personal mobile devices in classrooms 'The show will go on': Calgary Stampede will proceed despite water restrictions Hottest weather of the year so far coming to the Maritimes 'A very heinous event': Teenage girls sexually assaulted during break-in A Winnipeg man faces a slew of charges after police say he broke into an apartment building and sexually assaulted two teenage girls minutes after trying to break into another home nearby. RCMP searching for three missing children, mother reported missing in Ontario last year Manitoba RCMP are asking for help from the public to find an Ontario mother who is wanted for allegedly abducting her three children in December 2023. Winnipeggers battling 'super mosquitoes' after wet weather causes spike Sask. Party blocks full investigation into speaker allegations, opposition criticizes move A full investigation into allegations made by legislative Speaker Randy Weekes against Sask. Party MLAs, including former Government House Leader Jeremy Harrison, has been blocked – much to the opposition's disappointment. 'Would be a very big loss': Regina residents opposed to allowing vehicles on Scarth Street Mall Extreme heat and humidity in southern Ontario all week Sweltering temperatures have settled across southern Ontario and Environment Canada says the dangerously hot and humid weather will be sticking around for the rest of the week. How to navigate the long childcare waitlist in Waterloo Region The promise of cheaper childcare means waitlists have grown longer. Wondering what to do until a spot opens up? We get advice for parents and caregivers. City of Kitchener proposes bylaw to protect renters Saskatoon transit users, organizers split on how to deal with free riders As the city looks at ways to improve transit safety for drivers and users, it also finds itself struggling to deal with another growing concern on city buses: fare evasion. Sask. home destroyed by fire was a pivotal location in a high-profile murder trial The following story contains details some readers may find disturbing. Saskatchewan researchers lead NASA project to measure aerosols in the upper atmosphere Five taken to hospital in northwest Ont. float plane crash Canada's Transportation Safety Board is investigating after a float plane operated by a remote northern Ont. fly-in fishing outfitter crashed, sending five people to hospital. 3 people dead, including gunman, after shooting in Toronto office space: police The gunman who killed a man and a woman is among the deceased after a triple shooting inside an office space near a daycare and a school in North York on Monday afternoon, according to police. Witnesses say suspects pointed handgun at them near northern Ont. gas station Heat event continues with chance of showers and thunderstorms A jury only needed four hours to decide a verdict in a Windsor murder trial. Heat event continues across Windsor-Essex, southern Ontario A prolonged heat event continues Tuesday across southern Ontario. Dangerously hot and humid conditions are expected through the week and perhaps into the weekend. First glassware, then a recycling bin, now a flower pot: WindsorEats faces repeated theft while hosting Mexican Village Two days after the owner of WindsorEats said a recycling bin and a majority of their glassware was stolen during the first weekend of the Carrousel of the Nations festival, surveillance video shows an unidentified individual walking into the food hall and appearing to steal property. Property owners take NDP government to court over new short-term rental rules A handful of members of a group of property owners from across B.C., known as the West Coast Association of Property Owners, assembled outside the B.C. Supreme Court in Victoria on Monday during a break in their court case. B.C. more than doubles fines for illegal hunting, other wildlife offences Starting this week, people caught illegally hunting or fishing will face much stiffer penalties under B.C.'s Wildlife Act. Inmate serving life sentence for B.C. sledgehammer murder dies in prison Worker killed in accident at Kelowna construction site A construction worker died in a workplace incident in Kelowna on Friday, authorities have confirmed. B.C. weather: Sun in forecast after record-breaking low weekend temperatures Princess Anne to visit Newfoundland for 100th anniversary of National War Memorial Feuding Labrador Indigenous groups -- one recognized, one not -- celebrate court ruling

TE Connectivity shareholders approve proposals at Special General Meeting

TEL ) approved each proposal presented at the June 12 Special General Meeting of shareholders. As a result, the company expects to complete the merger between TE Connectivity Ltd. and its wholly owned subsidiary, TE Connectivity plc, on or about Sept. 30, 2024, thereby changing the jurisdiction of organization of the company from Switzerland to Ireland. The merger will result in each shareholder of TE Connectivity Ltd. receiving one share of TE Connectivity plc, a company incorporated under the laws of Ireland, for each share of TE Connectivity Ltd. held immediately prior to the merger. About TE Connectivity TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL ) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at X (formerly Twitter). Forward-Looking Statements This release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks, uncertainty and changes in circumstances, which may cause actual results, performance, financial condition or achievements to differ materially from anticipated results, performance, financial condition or achievements. All statements contained herein that are not clearly historical in nature are forward-looking and the words "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "estimate," "plan," and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have no intention and are under no obligation to update or alter (and expressly disclaim any such intention or obligation to do so) our forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by law. The forward-looking statements in this release include statements about the proposed change of its place of incorporation to Ireland, which are subject to risks, such as the risk that the change of place of incorporation might not be completed or, if completed, that the anticipated advantages might not materialize, as well as the risks that the price of TE Connectivity's stock could decline and its position on stock exchanges and indices could change, and Irish corporate governance and regulatory schemes could prove different or more challenging than currently expected, and other risks described in TE's definitive proxy statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on April 24, 2024. More detailed information about other risks and other factors that may affect TE is set forth in TE Connectivity Ltd.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended

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TE Connectivity shareholders approve proposals at Special General Meeting. TEL ) approved each proposal presented at the June 12 Special General Meeting of shareholders. As a result, the company expects to complete the merger between TE Connectivity Ltd. and its wholly owned subsidiary, TE Connectivity plc, on or about Sept. 30, 2024, thereby changing the jurisdiction of organization of the company from Switzerland to Ireland. The merger will result in each shareholder of TE Connectivity Ltd. receiving one share of TE Connectivity plc, a company incorporated under the laws of Ireland, for each share of TE Connectivity Ltd. held immediately prior to the merger. About TE Connectivity TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL ) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at X (formerly Twitter). Forward-Looking Statements This release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks, uncertainty and changes in circumstances, which may cause actual results, performance, financial condition or achievements to differ materially from anticipated results, performance, financial condition or achievements. All statements contained herein that are not clearly historical in nature are forward-looking and the words "anticipate," "believe," "expect," "estimate," "plan," and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have no intention and are under no obligation to update or alter (and expressly disclaim any such intention or obligation to do so) our forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by law. The forward-looking statements in this release include statements about the proposed change of its place of incorporation to Ireland, which are subject to risks, such as the risk that the change of place of incorporation might not be completed or, if completed, that the anticipated advantages might not materialize, as well as the risks that the price of TE Connectivity's stock could decline and its position on stock exchanges and indices could change, and Irish corporate governance and regulatory schemes could prove different or more challenging than currently expected, and other risks described in TE's definitive proxy statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on April 24, 2024. More detailed information about other risks and other factors that may affect TE is set forth in TE Connectivity Ltd.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended

The dangers of sneezing – from ejected bowels to torn windpipes

Sneezing is normally a protective mechanism that keeps potentially harmful things out of our respiratory system. ShotPrime Studio/ Shutterstock If you were to envision the kind of accident that would cause a person’s bowels to explode out of their body, you might imagine some sort of gruesome stabbing or grisly car accident. You’d probably never imagine that something as commonplace and harmless as a sneeze would cause this kind of ghastly injury – but that’s exactly what happened to a Florida man earlier this month. The man had recently had abdominal surgery and was suffering from wound dehiscence – where his surgical scar wasn’t healing properly. While eating breakfast, the man first sneezed, then began coughing. He noticed pain and a wet sensation on his lower abdomen – only to discover several loops of his bowel had burst through his unhealed wound. The man was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery where his bowels were returned to his abdomen. Sneezing is normally a protective mechanism that keeps potentially harmful things – such as dust, bacteria and viruses – out of our respiratory system. The process is controlled by the so-called “sneezing centre” in the brain’s medulla (which governs autonomic functions, including breathing). It’s activated by the presence of irritants in the lining of the nose and airways , which send impulses to the centre. The response is a closing of your eyes, throat and mouth while your chest muscles contract – compressing your lungs and driving air out of your respiratory system. This forces whatever triggered the response “out” of your system at an impressive speed – up to 15.9m/s (35mph) in some cases. But despite the benefits of a good sneeze, it can sometimes come with a greater risk of injury than many might realise. For instance, violent sneezing can cause the lung to herniate through the intercostal muscles between the ribs – usually at a point of weakness. This is typically a result of morbid obesity , chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , diabetes or smoking . There are also cases of sneezing tearing the delicate tissues of the lungs. This happens when the higher pressure air deep in the lungs escapes into the space between the chest and the lung, causing this air to compress the lung on one or both sides of the chest. The lungs aren’t the only thing that can tear. There are reports of people tearing the delicate lining of the brain from sneezing – leading to a subarachnoid haemorrhage (a type of stroke) which can be fatal if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Even if you don’t tear this delicate lining, a sneeze can still affect the brain – with reports of people suffering weakness on one side of the body or visual disturbances following a sneeze. Sneezing raises blood pressure which can cause other serious injuries to the blood vessels. There are cases of aortic dissection from sneezing , where the force of the sneeze tears the layers of the aorta (the major artery that carries oxygenated blood around the body) and causes blood to burst between the layers. If not treated, it has a 50% mortality rate within 48 hours of happening. While it’s pretty common to injure your back while sneezing, this isn’t the only musculoskeletal injury that can happen. There are case reports of people fracturing the bones around their eye from sneezing. This type of fracture, called a blow-out fracture , is typically caused by blunt force trauma – often from a golf, tennis or baseball to the eye . In rare circumstances, sneezing can fracture the ear’s bones. Kmpzzz/ Shutterstock The small bones of the ear can fracture following a sneeze, which can cause hearing loss. Dental implants have been known to dislodge themselves into other parts of the face from a forceful sneeze. The increased pressure caused by sneezing can cause fluid to escape from the body, particularly urine from the bladder. This is typically seen in people with weak pelvic floor muscles – usually caused by pregnancy , childbirth , obesity , menopause and physical trauma or nerve damage . Don’t hold it in Given all the potential injuries a sneeze can cause, you might think it’s better to hold them in. But even that isn’t safe to do. In 2023, a Scottish man held in a sneeze by closing his mouth and holding his nose. This resulted in him tearing his windpipe . By closing off his airways, this allowed the pressure generated by the sneeze to build up inside the respiratory system – which can sometimes be up to 20 times the pressure normally seen in the respiratory system. But this energy has to go somewhere, so is typically absorbed by the tissues. Others have fractured bones of their face holding in sneezes, damaged their larynx (voice box) and torn the tissues in their chest that protects the lungs. Thankfully, there is one injury that would be impossible for a sneeze to cause. Ever been told that if you sneeze with your eyes open, it’ll cause them to pop out? Thankfully, that’s just a tall tale. This is because your eyes are held in place by muscles and a nerve that anchors it in place. Not to mention that the airways in our respiratory system have no connection to your eyeballs or eye sockets. Our body is well adapted to sneeze, so you probably don’t need to worry about suffering any injuries as many of these harms only happen in very rare circumstances. Though if you’re someone like Donna Griffiths (who has the longest recorded sneezing fit, lasting a nose-clearing 976 days ) or Yi Yang (who has the loudest recorded sneeze at 176 decibels, the equivalent of a rocket taking flight), you may be at greater risk of harm. Adam Taylor does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

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The dangers of sneezing – from ejected bowels to torn windpipes. Sneezing is normally a protective mechanism that keeps potentially harmful things out of our respiratory system. ShotPrime Studio/ Shutterstock If you were to envision the kind of accident that would cause a person’s bowels to explode out of their body, you might imagine some sort of gruesome stabbing or grisly car accident. You’d probably never imagine that something as commonplace and harmless as a sneeze would cause this kind of ghastly injury – but that’s exactly what happened to a Florida man earlier this month. The man had recently had abdominal surgery and was suffering from wound dehiscence – where his surgical scar wasn’t healing properly. While eating breakfast, the man first sneezed, then began coughing. He noticed pain and a wet sensation on his lower abdomen – only to discover several loops of his bowel had burst through his unhealed wound. The man was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery where his bowels were returned to his abdomen. Sneezing is normally a protective mechanism that keeps potentially harmful things – such as dust, bacteria and viruses – out of our respiratory system. The process is controlled by the so-called “sneezing centre” in the brain’s medulla (which governs autonomic functions, including breathing). It’s activated by the presence of irritants in the lining of the nose and airways , which send impulses to the centre. The response is a closing of your eyes, throat and mouth while your chest muscles contract – compressing your lungs and driving air out of your respiratory system. This forces whatever triggered the response “out” of your system at an impressive speed – up to 15.9m/s (35mph) in some cases. But despite the benefits of a good sneeze, it can sometimes come with a greater risk of injury than many might realise. For instance, violent sneezing can cause the lung to herniate through the intercostal muscles between the ribs – usually at a point of weakness. This is typically a result of morbid obesity , chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , diabetes or smoking . There are also cases of sneezing tearing the delicate tissues of the lungs. This happens when the higher pressure air deep in the lungs escapes into the space between the chest and the lung, causing this air to compress the lung on one or both sides of the chest. The lungs aren’t the only thing that can tear. There are reports of people tearing the delicate lining of the brain from sneezing – leading to a subarachnoid haemorrhage (a type of stroke) which can be fatal if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Even if you don’t tear this delicate lining, a sneeze can still affect the brain – with reports of people suffering weakness on one side of the body or visual disturbances following a sneeze. Sneezing raises blood pressure which can cause other serious injuries to the blood vessels. There are cases of aortic dissection from sneezing , where the force of the sneeze tears the layers of the aorta (the major artery that carries oxygenated blood around the body) and causes blood to burst between the layers. If not treated, it has a 50% mortality rate within 48 hours of happening. While it’s pretty common to injure your back while sneezing, this isn’t the only musculoskeletal injury that can happen. There are case reports of people fracturing the bones around their eye from sneezing. This type of fracture, called a blow-out fracture , is typically caused by blunt force trauma – often from a golf, tennis or baseball to the eye . In rare circumstances, sneezing can fracture the ear’s bones. Kmpzzz/ Shutterstock The small bones of the ear can fracture following a sneeze, which can cause hearing loss. Dental implants have been known to dislodge themselves into other parts of the face from a forceful sneeze. The increased pressure caused by sneezing can cause fluid to escape from the body, particularly urine from the bladder. This is typically seen in people with weak pelvic floor muscles – usually caused by pregnancy , childbirth , obesity , menopause and physical trauma or nerve damage . Don’t hold it in Given all the potential injuries a sneeze can cause, you might think it’s better to hold them in. But even that isn’t safe to do. In 2023, a Scottish man held in a sneeze by closing his mouth and holding his nose. This resulted in him tearing his windpipe . By closing off his airways, this allowed the pressure generated by the sneeze to build up inside the respiratory system – which can sometimes be up to 20 times the pressure normally seen in the respiratory system. But this energy has to go somewhere, so is typically absorbed by the tissues. Others have fractured bones of their face holding in sneezes, damaged their larynx (voice box) and torn the tissues in their chest that protects the lungs. Thankfully, there is one injury that would be impossible for a sneeze to cause. Ever been told that if you sneeze with your eyes open, it’ll cause them to pop out? Thankfully, that’s just a tall tale. This is because your eyes are held in place by muscles and a nerve that anchors it in place. Not to mention that the airways in our respiratory system have no connection to your eyeballs or eye sockets. Our body is well adapted to sneeze, so you probably don’t need to worry about suffering any injuries as many of these harms only happen in very rare circumstances. Though if you’re someone like Donna Griffiths (who has the longest recorded sneezing fit, lasting a nose-clearing 976 days ) or Yi Yang (who has the loudest recorded sneeze at 176 decibels, the equivalent of a rocket taking flight), you may be at greater risk of harm. Adam Taylor does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

‘I’m like a fine wine connoisseur’: the vapers fuming at Australia’s tough new laws and lack of flavours

While many might see vaping as a grotesque threat to the health of young people, and will welcome the so-called toughest vape laws in the world, seasoned vapers beg to differ. Mark* has been vaping for more than 15 years. He used the device to break a 15-year, two-pack-a-day addiction to cigarettes. He loves his vapes. Mark says the new laws, which kick in on 1 July, are infantilising, contradictory and a backwards step. Australia's new 'world-leading' vaping laws are nearly here, and very watered down – video "I am 52 years old and can't make a mature and informed decision on how I take nicotine. Yet the government allows cigarettes, alcohol, sugary products, gambling and other harmful activities to take place unfettered," he says. Mark, like all of the vapers Guardian Australia spoke to for this story, asked for his name to be changed. Many of the vape users interviewed either expressed surprise at the new laws or claimed the changes were unfair and would serve to create a new black market. Health experts say the black market claims, an argument frequently touted by the tobacco, vaping and retail industries, are wrong. Australia's new vaping laws explained: where will vapes be sold and when do the changes come into force? Read more But after October the laws loosen and no prescription will be needed. Instead, to buy a vape, people will have to show ID proving they are 18 or older. They will also need to speak with a pharmacist about their vape use. The vapes will come in plain packaging, and the reforms will ban all flavours, apart from mint, menthol and tobacco. The changes are intended to cut the appeal to young people, but it is a change that is galling to many vapers. Mark says he just "didn't like the flavour" of tobacco-flavoured vapes, and the changes would force him into the black market. "Firstly, it doesn't really taste like tobacco," he says. "It's a terrible translation of what tobacco tastes like. I like the vape flavours, they are unfairly portrayed as being aimed at children but the truth is most adult vapers love the assortment of flavours. "I won't go back to cigarettes, but some of my friends who converted to vaping have already started to smoke again," he added. Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads The reforms were announced on Monday, after Labor struck a deal with the Greens to get some watered-down reforms through parliament. The reforms promise tough penalties for unlicensed shops caught selling illegal vapes, and will be enforced from Monday 1 July. While e-cigarettes may be beneficial for smokers who use them to completely and promptly quit smoking, they are not currently approved smoking cessation aids. They should be combined with behavioural support, clinical guidelines say. Most smokers who successfully quit do so without cessation aids. With the Liberals non-committal on vaping, Labor has been driven into the arms of 'anti-prohibition' Greens Read more She was unaware of the reforms, she says, and was not convinced they would impact her habit. "I vape alongside some mums at school drop-off. I find it helpful with anxiety and to manage my binge eating. "I discovered a brand I liked and it has worked. I know lots of people who quit smoking because of vapes, and I doubt these changes will impact them much." Many of the vape users the Guardian spoke to said they would turn to the black market to maintain their supply of colourful, flavoured e-cigarettes. In the last financial year, the Australian Taxation Office made 170 illegal tobacco seizures, worth around $43m. Since the 2018-19 financial year, $721m worth of illegal tobacco has been seized by authorities. It is uncertain how the new laws will impact the underground trade. skip past newsletter promotion Each week our editors select five of the most interesting, entertaining and thoughtful reads published by Guardian Australia and our international colleagues. Sign up to receive it in your inbox every Saturday morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our "If the government give me no choice in what I vape and when, then why would I pay them taxes in the long run? He says the move by Labor will have some "very, very negative effects" on the wider community, "not least of all making the black market bigger". Jacob, 39, has used vapes to break an addiction to cigarettes he picked up when he was just 13 years old. "I tried everything under the sun, and then I found vaping. It was the only thing that helped me move away from smoking, plus it helps me with my mental health as well." He particularly laments the restrictions on flavours, saying "adults have taste buds too". "Not everyone likes mint or tobacco flavours … They are just pushing so many people back on to cigarettes, its ridiculous." But the Australian Medical Association warns vaping is "extremely harmful" and evidence shows it can cause nicotine dependence. It says vapes contain a range of harmful substances including formaldehyde, chlorine, mercury and arsenic, which all have long-term impacts on health and can cause cancer. A study earlier this year found a majority of Australians aged 14 to 39 were worried about the widespread availability of vapes and many 'This crackdown has just created a massive black market for disposable vapes,' Reddit user VapingAussie says. Photograph: Carly Earl/The Guardian The reforms have lit up vaping social media groups across different platforms, including on Facebook and Reddit, where many users have criticised the new rules as ineffective or as disconnected from reality. One user on Reddit, who goes by the name VapingAussie, tells the Guardian the new laws will either result in vapers returning to cigarettes or drive them to buy from illegal sellers. They say the discourse around vaping is "disconnected from reality," particularly the issue of young people picking up the habit. "It was never an issue for me to smoke when I was a kid. No one ever kicked up a stink about it. It was just expected that some kids would start smoking and you can't do anything to stop them. "And now this crackdown has just created a massive black market for disposable vapes." VapingAussie say they make their own vapes, including devising flavour recipes.

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‘I’m like a fine wine connoisseur’: the vapers fuming at Australia’s tough new laws and lack of flavours. While many might see vaping as a grotesque threat to the health of young people, and will welcome the so-called toughest vape laws in the world, seasoned vapers beg to differ. Mark* has been vaping for more than 15 years. He used the device to break a 15-year, two-pack-a-day addiction to cigarettes. He loves his vapes. Mark says the new laws, which kick in on 1 July, are infantilising, contradictory and a backwards step. Australia's new 'world-leading' vaping laws are nearly here, and very watered down – video "I am 52 years old and can't make a mature and informed decision on how I take nicotine. Yet the government allows cigarettes, alcohol, sugary products, gambling and other harmful activities to take place unfettered," he says. Mark, like all of the vapers Guardian Australia spoke to for this story, asked for his name to be changed. Many of the vape users interviewed either expressed surprise at the new laws or claimed the changes were unfair and would serve to create a new black market. Health experts say the black market claims, an argument frequently touted by the tobacco, vaping and retail industries, are wrong. Australia's new vaping laws explained: where will vapes be sold and when do the changes come into force? Read more But after October the laws loosen and no prescription will be needed. Instead, to buy a vape, people will have to show ID proving they are 18 or older. They will also need to speak with a pharmacist about their vape use. The vapes will come in plain packaging, and the reforms will ban all flavours, apart from mint, menthol and tobacco. The changes are intended to cut the appeal to young people, but it is a change that is galling to many vapers. Mark says he just "didn't like the flavour" of tobacco-flavoured vapes, and the changes would force him into the black market. "Firstly, it doesn't really taste like tobacco," he says. "It's a terrible translation of what tobacco tastes like. I like the vape flavours, they are unfairly portrayed as being aimed at children but the truth is most adult vapers love the assortment of flavours. "I won't go back to cigarettes, but some of my friends who converted to vaping have already started to smoke again," he added. Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads The reforms were announced on Monday, after Labor struck a deal with the Greens to get some watered-down reforms through parliament. The reforms promise tough penalties for unlicensed shops caught selling illegal vapes, and will be enforced from Monday 1 July. While e-cigarettes may be beneficial for smokers who use them to completely and promptly quit smoking, they are not currently approved smoking cessation aids. They should be combined with behavioural support, clinical guidelines say. Most smokers who successfully quit do so without cessation aids. With the Liberals non-committal on vaping, Labor has been driven into the arms of 'anti-prohibition' Greens Read more She was unaware of the reforms, she says, and was not convinced they would impact her habit. "I vape alongside some mums at school drop-off. I find it helpful with anxiety and to manage my binge eating. "I discovered a brand I liked and it has worked. I know lots of people who quit smoking because of vapes, and I doubt these changes will impact them much." Many of the vape users the Guardian spoke to said they would turn to the black market to maintain their supply of colourful, flavoured e-cigarettes. In the last financial year, the Australian Taxation Office made 170 illegal tobacco seizures, worth around $43m. Since the 2018-19 financial year, $721m worth of illegal tobacco has been seized by authorities. It is uncertain how the new laws will impact the underground trade. skip past newsletter promotion Each week our editors select five of the most interesting, entertaining and thoughtful reads published by Guardian Australia and our international colleagues. Sign up to receive it in your inbox every Saturday morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our "If the government give me no choice in what I vape and when, then why would I pay them taxes in the long run? He says the move by Labor will have some "very, very negative effects" on the wider community, "not least of all making the black market bigger". Jacob, 39, has used vapes to break an addiction to cigarettes he picked up when he was just 13 years old. "I tried everything under the sun, and then I found vaping. It was the only thing that helped me move away from smoking, plus it helps me with my mental health as well." He particularly laments the restrictions on flavours, saying "adults have taste buds too". "Not everyone likes mint or tobacco flavours … They are just pushing so many people back on to cigarettes, its ridiculous." But the Australian Medical Association warns vaping is "extremely harmful" and evidence shows it can cause nicotine dependence. It says vapes contain a range of harmful substances including formaldehyde, chlorine, mercury and arsenic, which all have long-term impacts on health and can cause cancer. A study earlier this year found a majority of Australians aged 14 to 39 were worried about the widespread availability of vapes and many 'This crackdown has just created a massive black market for disposable vapes,' Reddit user VapingAussie says. Photograph: Carly Earl/The Guardian The reforms have lit up vaping social media groups across different platforms, including on Facebook and Reddit, where many users have criticised the new rules as ineffective or as disconnected from reality. One user on Reddit, who goes by the name VapingAussie, tells the Guardian the new laws will either result in vapers returning to cigarettes or drive them to buy from illegal sellers. They say the discourse around vaping is "disconnected from reality," particularly the issue of young people picking up the habit. "It was never an issue for me to smoke when I was a kid. No one ever kicked up a stink about it. It was just expected that some kids would start smoking and you can't do anything to stop them. "And now this crackdown has just created a massive black market for disposable vapes." VapingAussie say they make their own vapes, including devising flavour recipes.

Most downloaded news app in America with ties to China highlights dangers of AI

Fox News correspondent Aishah Hasnie talks to the CEO about Congress' proposed TikTok crackdown on "America Reports." NewsBreak is one of the most downloaded news apps in the U.S. with more than 50 million monthly users. However, according to a Reuters report, the company is spreading misinformation through artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content. The report also highlights that NewsBreak has roots in China, with its technology being maintained in Beijing and receiving funding from a Chinese company that allegedly works for the country's military. NewsBreak app (Google Play) (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson) report highlighted many instances where NewsBreak used AI to generate news that never actually happened. For instance, last Christmas Eve, it published an alarming piece about a small-town shooting. It was headlined "Christmas Day tragedy strikes Bridgeton, New Jersey, amid rising gun violence in small towns." However, no such incident happened. The Bridgeton, New Jersey police department posted a statement on Facebook on Dec. 27 dismissing the article – produced using AI technology – as "entirely false." NewsBreak doesn't write all of its articles. The company is a distributor that publishes licensed content from outlets like Reuters, Fox, CNN and AP. Some of its articles are also sourced using information available on the internet and through paraphrasing press releases. A man reading the news on his tablet (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson) HOW TO REMOVE YOUR PRIVATE DATA FROM THE INTERNET How NewsBreak's automated content disrupted local communities According to a Reuters investigation, there have been at least 40 instances since 2021 where NewsBreak's use of AI tools has affected communities. The app has published erroneous stories, created 10 stories from local news sites under fictitious bylines and lifted content from its competitors. Two local community programs assisting disadvantaged people were impacted by erroneous stories produced by NewsBreak's AI. This year, in January, February and March, a Colorado-based food bank, Food to Power, had to turn people away because NewsBreak stated incorrect times for food distributions. The charity complained to NewsBreak in a Jan. 30 email to the company's general customer support address but received no response. Harvest912, a charity in Erie, Pennsylvania, reported a similar incident. Norm Pearlstine, former Executive Editor at the Wall Street Journal and the Los Angeles Times, worked as a consultant for NewsBreak. He told Reuters that the company also tried to create fake accounts to access content that publishers had put behind paywalls. News site on laptop (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson) NewsBreak's China connection NewsBreak advertises itself as a U.S.-based and U.S.-invested startup, but the company has its roots in China. It was founded in 2015 by Jeff Zheng, who currently serves as the CEO of NewsBreak. Zheng is also the founder of the Chinese news aggregation app Yidian. In fact, the two companies share a U.S. patent, registered in 2015, for an "Interest Engine" algorithm, which recommends news content based on a user's interests and location. Until 2019, NewsBreak was a subsidiary of Yidian, and the Chinese news aggregation company referred to NewsBreak as its U.S. version until 2021, according to the Wire China. Plus, one of NewsBreak's primary backers is Beijing-based IDG Capital, which is on a list of dozens of Chinese companies the Pentagon alleges are working with the Chinese military. It is important to note that there's no evidence that NewsBreak censored or produced news favorable to the Chinese government. We reached out to NewsBreak for comment on this article and have not heard back as of our deadline. A woman reading the news on her smartphone 4 ways to protect yourself from misinformation The growing use of AI means the internet is now harder than ever to navigate. Follow these steps to protect yourself from misinformation. 1) Verify sources: Check the credibility of the source. Look for news from reputable organizations with a track record of accuracy and accountability. Verify the information across multiple trusted sources before believing or sharing it. 2) Check the author: Investigate the author of the content. Ensure they are credible and have the necessary expertise or background. Be wary of articles without author bylines. 3) Use fact-checking tools: Use fact-checking websites and tools like Snopes, FactCheck.org or the International Fact-Checking Network to verify dubious claims. These resources can help you determine the accuracy of the information. 4) Be skeptical of social media: Take information on social media with a grain of salt. Platforms like Facebook, X and Instagram can be breeding grounds for misinformation. Verify the information from reliable sources before sharing or believing it. Be particularly cautious of viral content and consider the potential biases of those sharing it. KURT'S BEST FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE Kurt's key takeaways The internet has always been a breeding ground for misinformation, but now that news media publications have started using AI to generate content, misinformation is at its peak. The NewsBreak incident is one of the many that have come to light in recent years, and it's only an indication of what we are about to witness. It's important that you take your dose of news from reliable sources. You can always trust me for tech-related news, but for other content, make sure you verify the sources. As we navigate the digital age with AI, what responsibilities do platforms like NewsBreak have in combating the spread of misinformation? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact. For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to

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Most downloaded news app in America with ties to China highlights dangers of AI. Fox News correspondent Aishah Hasnie talks to the CEO about Congress' proposed TikTok crackdown on "America Reports." NewsBreak is one of the most downloaded news apps in the U.S. with more than 50 million monthly users. However, according to a Reuters report, the company is spreading misinformation through artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content. The report also highlights that NewsBreak has roots in China, with its technology being maintained in Beijing and receiving funding from a Chinese company that allegedly works for the country's military. NewsBreak app (Google Play) (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson) report highlighted many instances where NewsBreak used AI to generate news that never actually happened. For instance, last Christmas Eve, it published an alarming piece about a small-town shooting. It was headlined "Christmas Day tragedy strikes Bridgeton, New Jersey, amid rising gun violence in small towns." However, no such incident happened. The Bridgeton, New Jersey police department posted a statement on Facebook on Dec. 27 dismissing the article – produced using AI technology – as "entirely false." NewsBreak doesn't write all of its articles. The company is a distributor that publishes licensed content from outlets like Reuters, Fox, CNN and AP. Some of its articles are also sourced using information available on the internet and through paraphrasing press releases. A man reading the news on his tablet (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson) HOW TO REMOVE YOUR PRIVATE DATA FROM THE INTERNET How NewsBreak's automated content disrupted local communities According to a Reuters investigation, there have been at least 40 instances since 2021 where NewsBreak's use of AI tools has affected communities. The app has published erroneous stories, created 10 stories from local news sites under fictitious bylines and lifted content from its competitors. Two local community programs assisting disadvantaged people were impacted by erroneous stories produced by NewsBreak's AI. This year, in January, February and March, a Colorado-based food bank, Food to Power, had to turn people away because NewsBreak stated incorrect times for food distributions. The charity complained to NewsBreak in a Jan. 30 email to the company's general customer support address but received no response. Harvest912, a charity in Erie, Pennsylvania, reported a similar incident. Norm Pearlstine, former Executive Editor at the Wall Street Journal and the Los Angeles Times, worked as a consultant for NewsBreak. He told Reuters that the company also tried to create fake accounts to access content that publishers had put behind paywalls. News site on laptop (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson) NewsBreak's China connection NewsBreak advertises itself as a U.S.-based and U.S.-invested startup, but the company has its roots in China. It was founded in 2015 by Jeff Zheng, who currently serves as the CEO of NewsBreak. Zheng is also the founder of the Chinese news aggregation app Yidian. In fact, the two companies share a U.S. patent, registered in 2015, for an "Interest Engine" algorithm, which recommends news content based on a user's interests and location. Until 2019, NewsBreak was a subsidiary of Yidian, and the Chinese news aggregation company referred to NewsBreak as its U.S. version until 2021, according to the Wire China. Plus, one of NewsBreak's primary backers is Beijing-based IDG Capital, which is on a list of dozens of Chinese companies the Pentagon alleges are working with the Chinese military. It is important to note that there's no evidence that NewsBreak censored or produced news favorable to the Chinese government. We reached out to NewsBreak for comment on this article and have not heard back as of our deadline. A woman reading the news on her smartphone 4 ways to protect yourself from misinformation The growing use of AI means the internet is now harder than ever to navigate. Follow these steps to protect yourself from misinformation. 1) Verify sources: Check the credibility of the source. Look for news from reputable organizations with a track record of accuracy and accountability. Verify the information across multiple trusted sources before believing or sharing it. 2) Check the author: Investigate the author of the content. Ensure they are credible and have the necessary expertise or background. Be wary of articles without author bylines. 3) Use fact-checking tools: Use fact-checking websites and tools like Snopes, FactCheck.org or the International Fact-Checking Network to verify dubious claims. These resources can help you determine the accuracy of the information. 4) Be skeptical of social media: Take information on social media with a grain of salt. Platforms like Facebook, X and Instagram can be breeding grounds for misinformation. Verify the information from reliable sources before sharing or believing it. Be particularly cautious of viral content and consider the potential biases of those sharing it. KURT'S BEST FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE Kurt's key takeaways The internet has always been a breeding ground for misinformation, but now that news media publications have started using AI to generate content, misinformation is at its peak. The NewsBreak incident is one of the many that have come to light in recent years, and it's only an indication of what we are about to witness. It's important that you take your dose of news from reliable sources. You can always trust me for tech-related news, but for other content, make sure you verify the sources. As we navigate the digital age with AI, what responsibilities do platforms like NewsBreak have in combating the spread of misinformation? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact. For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to

Latvian defence minister says he's been assured Canada will meet NATO spending targets

Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds says he's been assured by his Canadian counterpart that Canada plans to meet the NATO spending target of two per cent of GDP on defence. In an interview airing Sunday, Sprūds told CTV's Question Period host Vassy Kapelos that he "absolutely" has faith that Canada plans to reach the spending goal, following assurances from Canadian Defence Minister Bill Blair. Capital Dispatch: Sign up for the latest in federal politics and why it matters Canada has long faced pressure to meet the alliance's decade-old pledge to spend two per cent of GDP on defence, while some NATO officials have recently pushed even further, saying Canada is the only member of the group without a target date to do so. Canada, along with the other NATO alliance members, signed onto the spending agreement in 2014, doubling down last summer when the two-per-cent target became a minimum requirement. The federal government has continued to insist it plans to reach the goal, but has never laid out a timeline. In a pair of interviews that aired on CTV's Question Period last month, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and U.S. Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith told Kapelos they expect Canada to set a date. Smith also said the absence of a target date is a sign Canada "lacks the commitment" allies want to see. But when asked whether Canada has guaranteed it will hit the two per cent, Sprūds said "yes." "I was assured about the ambition to achieve the goal at some point, yes," he told Kapelos during a visit to Ottawa this week. Latvia spent about 2.3 per cent of its GDP on defence in 2022, according to NATO — placing it ninth among the alliance's 31 members — with plans to move toward three per cent "quite soon," Sprūds said. He added that both when it comes to the alliance's preparedness, but also in terms of showing commitment to said alliance, the two per cent number is "important." Despite having yet to lay out a timeline to reach the alliance's target, the Canadian federal government has pointed to commitments to increase funding for Norad, plans to purchase F-35 fighter jets, and an increased presence in Latvia as signs of boosting its defence spending. Sprūds said when it comes to Canada's military presence in Latvia, Canada's contributions to NATO are "highly appreciated." "The most important in this regard is there is a commitment and ambition that (the two per cent) should be achieved," he said. "And of course, in this case, it's also for the Canadian government and Canadian society to decide the timeline which would be the most optimal." Canada spent nearly 1.4 per cent of its GDP on defence last year, according to NATO, ranking it 25 out of 31 member states. Because of Canada's larger GDP compared to other members, however, Canada is seventh when it comes to actual spending in U.S. dollars. Sprūds also discussed Canada's military mission in Latvia — which he said shows Canada's "symbolic and practical solidarity with NATO" — and the possibility of expanding those efforts to increase the number of Canadian troops in the country. The Latvian defence minister said there is "mutual assurance" that both countries are on track with the roadmap to expand that mission by 2026. Irish prime minister concedes defeat in vote over constitutional amendments about family and women A surge of illegal homemade machine guns has helped fuel gun violence in the U.S. Trump tightens grip on U.S. Republican Party as daughter-in-law takes key post Diet drinks may boost risk of dangerous heart condition by 20 per cent, study says

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Latvian defence minister says he's been assured Canada will meet NATO spending targets. Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds says he's been assured by his Canadian counterpart that Canada plans to meet the NATO spending target of two per cent of GDP on defence. In an interview airing Sunday, Sprūds told CTV's Question Period host Vassy Kapelos that he "absolutely" has faith that Canada plans to reach the spending goal, following assurances from Canadian Defence Minister Bill Blair. Capital Dispatch: Sign up for the latest in federal politics and why it matters Canada has long faced pressure to meet the alliance's decade-old pledge to spend two per cent of GDP on defence, while some NATO officials have recently pushed even further, saying Canada is the only member of the group without a target date to do so. Canada, along with the other NATO alliance members, signed onto the spending agreement in 2014, doubling down last summer when the two-per-cent target became a minimum requirement. The federal government has continued to insist it plans to reach the goal, but has never laid out a timeline. In a pair of interviews that aired on CTV's Question Period last month, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and U.S. Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith told Kapelos they expect Canada to set a date. Smith also said the absence of a target date is a sign Canada "lacks the commitment" allies want to see. But when asked whether Canada has guaranteed it will hit the two per cent, Sprūds said "yes." "I was assured about the ambition to achieve the goal at some point, yes," he told Kapelos during a visit to Ottawa this week. Latvia spent about 2.3 per cent of its GDP on defence in 2022, according to NATO — placing it ninth among the alliance's 31 members — with plans to move toward three per cent "quite soon," Sprūds said. He added that both when it comes to the alliance's preparedness, but also in terms of showing commitment to said alliance, the two per cent number is "important." Despite having yet to lay out a timeline to reach the alliance's target, the Canadian federal government has pointed to commitments to increase funding for Norad, plans to purchase F-35 fighter jets, and an increased presence in Latvia as signs of boosting its defence spending. Sprūds said when it comes to Canada's military presence in Latvia, Canada's contributions to NATO are "highly appreciated." "The most important in this regard is there is a commitment and ambition that (the two per cent) should be achieved," he said. "And of course, in this case, it's also for the Canadian government and Canadian society to decide the timeline which would be the most optimal." Canada spent nearly 1.4 per cent of its GDP on defence last year, according to NATO, ranking it 25 out of 31 member states. Because of Canada's larger GDP compared to other members, however, Canada is seventh when it comes to actual spending in U.S. dollars. Sprūds also discussed Canada's military mission in Latvia — which he said shows Canada's "symbolic and practical solidarity with NATO" — and the possibility of expanding those efforts to increase the number of Canadian troops in the country. The Latvian defence minister said there is "mutual assurance" that both countries are on track with the roadmap to expand that mission by 2026. Irish prime minister concedes defeat in vote over constitutional amendments about family and women A surge of illegal homemade machine guns has helped fuel gun violence in the U.S. Trump tightens grip on U.S. Republican Party as daughter-in-law takes key post Diet drinks may boost risk of dangerous heart condition by 20 per cent, study says

‘Hallowed ground’ – Glastonbury festival, a haven from a divided world

Glastonbury, UK – Amid the sound of a resounding bass from The Levels and guitars from The Pyramid, there is a palpable sense of community in the air at Glastonbury – home to the United Kingdom's biggest music festival. Since it began more than 50 years ago, it has become a major fixture for the British summer time, attracting some 200,000 people this year. As Britons head towards a general election following 14 years of a Conservative government later this week, Glastonbury is a haven for those feeling less than cheerful about life in the UK. "Everything's wrecked, basically," festivalgoer Lewis John tells Al Jazeera as he relaxes at the camp he has pitched in the Silver Hayes dedicated art space, where he is a crew member. "I mean, we've had 14 years of the same thing. Public services stripped down to bare bones for the sake of profit and privatisation is a complete joke." His most pressing concern is the cost of living. "Some new housing would be good, an actual affordable mortgage," he says. "So, I'm 23. And I pretty much know that I'm never gonna own a house." For now, he doesn't have to worry about all that. Glastonbury, with its music, arts, visual installations, lighting and design is an immersive experience which offers some diversion from the real world – if only for a few days. People here say it gives them a bit of hope for a better, more artistic and more harmonious way of life. Klaud Brown, 39, is enjoying the relaxed atmosphere before the serious business of an election begins. "This place, I keep saying to everyone, is a hallowed ground. I have been to Glastonbury probably like six or seven times now. What's not to like?" he says. "I was mainly a Labour supporter, but I think I'll be voting Green to tell you the truth, whether they get in now or in 10 years." Israel's war on Gaza is what's swayed his vote this year, says Klaus, and he is not the only one. According to a YouGov poll commissioned by Medical Aid for Palestinians and the Council for Arab-British Understanding in May, more than 70 percent of British people want an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Daniel, 29, who stops to pose for a picture with Al Jazeera in The Park area of the festival (described as "a vibrant home of eclectic fabulousness") is also concerned about conflict in the Middle East. He says he longs for "world peace" and "a United Britain". He'd really like everyone to stop fighting and be a bit more like the people here at Glastonbury. "It is my first time, I love it. Everyone's so friendly. Everyone's having a nice time. There are no issues whatsoever among everyone." Rebecca, 50, relaxing on a chair at The Other Stage venue of the festival with her partner and two children, echoes this sentiment. "I guess it would be better if more people could live peacefully and be more tolerant of each other. Again, I guess not so quick to judge. Yeah, just more tolerance." Ilona, 27, who is strolling along a walkway between stages, is feeling politically homeless, but is hoping for change – something she's not confident she will get even if the polls are correct and the main opposition party, Labour, sweeps to power in a landslide victory. "I don't think anyone's really got the best interests at heart at all. What I hope for the future is to see the government run by a party that is not one of two. Someone different, a change." For now, she's content to enjoy the party atmosphere of Glastonbury. "Third time here and I like that everyone is happy," she says.

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‘Hallowed ground’ – Glastonbury festival, a haven from a divided world. Glastonbury, UK – Amid the sound of a resounding bass from The Levels and guitars from The Pyramid, there is a palpable sense of community in the air at Glastonbury – home to the United Kingdom's biggest music festival. Since it began more than 50 years ago, it has become a major fixture for the British summer time, attracting some 200,000 people this year. As Britons head towards a general election following 14 years of a Conservative government later this week, Glastonbury is a haven for those feeling less than cheerful about life in the UK. "Everything's wrecked, basically," festivalgoer Lewis John tells Al Jazeera as he relaxes at the camp he has pitched in the Silver Hayes dedicated art space, where he is a crew member. "I mean, we've had 14 years of the same thing. Public services stripped down to bare bones for the sake of profit and privatisation is a complete joke." His most pressing concern is the cost of living. "Some new housing would be good, an actual affordable mortgage," he says. "So, I'm 23. And I pretty much know that I'm never gonna own a house." For now, he doesn't have to worry about all that. Glastonbury, with its music, arts, visual installations, lighting and design is an immersive experience which offers some diversion from the real world – if only for a few days. People here say it gives them a bit of hope for a better, more artistic and more harmonious way of life. Klaud Brown, 39, is enjoying the relaxed atmosphere before the serious business of an election begins. "This place, I keep saying to everyone, is a hallowed ground. I have been to Glastonbury probably like six or seven times now. What's not to like?" he says. "I was mainly a Labour supporter, but I think I'll be voting Green to tell you the truth, whether they get in now or in 10 years." Israel's war on Gaza is what's swayed his vote this year, says Klaus, and he is not the only one. According to a YouGov poll commissioned by Medical Aid for Palestinians and the Council for Arab-British Understanding in May, more than 70 percent of British people want an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Daniel, 29, who stops to pose for a picture with Al Jazeera in The Park area of the festival (described as "a vibrant home of eclectic fabulousness") is also concerned about conflict in the Middle East. He says he longs for "world peace" and "a United Britain". He'd really like everyone to stop fighting and be a bit more like the people here at Glastonbury. "It is my first time, I love it. Everyone's so friendly. Everyone's having a nice time. There are no issues whatsoever among everyone." Rebecca, 50, relaxing on a chair at The Other Stage venue of the festival with her partner and two children, echoes this sentiment. "I guess it would be better if more people could live peacefully and be more tolerant of each other. Again, I guess not so quick to judge. Yeah, just more tolerance." Ilona, 27, who is strolling along a walkway between stages, is feeling politically homeless, but is hoping for change – something she's not confident she will get even if the polls are correct and the main opposition party, Labour, sweeps to power in a landslide victory. "I don't think anyone's really got the best interests at heart at all. What I hope for the future is to see the government run by a party that is not one of two. Someone different, a change." For now, she's content to enjoy the party atmosphere of Glastonbury. "Third time here and I like that everyone is happy," she says.

Slovenia Celebrates 10 Michelin-Starred Restaurants: Hiša Franko Maintains Three Stars. Restaurant Milka Retains Two, and Pavus Earns a New Star

June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Slovenian gastronomy has achieved another milestone. In 2024 Michelin Guide for Slovenia, the number of listed restaurants has risen to 63, an increase of four from the previous year. This places Slovenia among Europe's gastronomic superpowers. Five new restaurants have been awarded the Bib Gourmand for their excellent value for money. Eight restaurants boast a Green Star for sustainability, making Slovenian Tourist Board Michelin Guide highlighted the best Slovenian restaurants for the fifth time in a row, reaffirming the top quality, sustainability and diversity of Slovenian gastronomy. Hiša Franko, under the guidance of chef Ana Roš, continues to shine brightly with three Michelin stars. What sets Hiša Franko apart even further is its Green Star, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability. This dual recognition places Hiša Franko among a select group of just 33 restaurants worldwide honoured with both distinctions. Ana Roš also stands as one of only eight female chefs globally to hold three Michelin stars and one of two chefs worldwide to combine three Michelin stars with the Green Star. Among the other standout restaurants, Milka under chef David Žefran maintains its impressive two Michelin stars. The guide also highlights eight restaurants awarded one Michelin star, including the newcomer Pavus Restaurant, led by Chef Mark Pavčnik. Additionally, eight restaurants have earned a prestigious Michelin Green Star, with Galerija Okusov and Chef Marko Magajne as the newest recipient. In the Bib Gourmand category, ten restaurants have been acknowledged for their excellence, with newcomers Faladur Restaurant & Winebar, Kodila, Lalu, Majerca Restaurant and Triangel Restaurant joining the list. Explore

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Slovenia Celebrates 10 Michelin-Starred Restaurants: Hiša Franko Maintains Three Stars. Restaurant Milka Retains Two, and Pavus Earns a New Star. June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Slovenian gastronomy has achieved another milestone. In 2024 Michelin Guide for Slovenia, the number of listed restaurants has risen to 63, an increase of four from the previous year. This places Slovenia among Europe's gastronomic superpowers. Five new restaurants have been awarded the Bib Gourmand for their excellent value for money. Eight restaurants boast a Green Star for sustainability, making Slovenian Tourist Board Michelin Guide highlighted the best Slovenian restaurants for the fifth time in a row, reaffirming the top quality, sustainability and diversity of Slovenian gastronomy. Hiša Franko, under the guidance of chef Ana Roš, continues to shine brightly with three Michelin stars. What sets Hiša Franko apart even further is its Green Star, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability. This dual recognition places Hiša Franko among a select group of just 33 restaurants worldwide honoured with both distinctions. Ana Roš also stands as one of only eight female chefs globally to hold three Michelin stars and one of two chefs worldwide to combine three Michelin stars with the Green Star. Among the other standout restaurants, Milka under chef David Žefran maintains its impressive two Michelin stars. The guide also highlights eight restaurants awarded one Michelin star, including the newcomer Pavus Restaurant, led by Chef Mark Pavčnik. Additionally, eight restaurants have earned a prestigious Michelin Green Star, with Galerija Okusov and Chef Marko Magajne as the newest recipient. In the Bib Gourmand category, ten restaurants have been acknowledged for their excellence, with newcomers Faladur Restaurant & Winebar, Kodila, Lalu, Majerca Restaurant and Triangel Restaurant joining the list. Explore

ClearSky Global raises US$168 Million to deploy Low Carbon Alternative Fuels across Canada and North America.

ClearSky plans to use the funding to deploy ECOGY® technology to produce high-quality, low-carbon, and economically viable aviation and transportation fuel. This technology combines proprietary and commercially proven technology to convert natural gas to both diesel and jet fuel that ClearSky believes is of a superior quality compared to conventional fuels. ClearSky fuels can be produced at a lower cost than biofuels and refined petroleum fuels. The use of ClearSky fuels has the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and harmful particulate matter. ClearSky's facilities are modular and compact with superior energy conversion technology, designed to be placed at airports or other strategic locations. This significant financial milestone will enable ClearSky to commercialize its first three facilities, which will enable its customers in multiple industries to accelerate their sustainability goals and emissions-reduction targets. With this rapid deployment, ClearSky believes that the impact of this technology will be measurable in the near-term and stands to become a material solution for emissions reduction once operational. "This financing demonstrates that our investors share our confidence in the transformative potential of ECOGY® technology and our aggressive vision to operate across

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ClearSky Global raises US$168 Million to deploy Low Carbon Alternative Fuels across Canada and North America.. ClearSky plans to use the funding to deploy ECOGY® technology to produce high-quality, low-carbon, and economically viable aviation and transportation fuel. This technology combines proprietary and commercially proven technology to convert natural gas to both diesel and jet fuel that ClearSky believes is of a superior quality compared to conventional fuels. ClearSky fuels can be produced at a lower cost than biofuels and refined petroleum fuels. The use of ClearSky fuels has the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and harmful particulate matter. ClearSky's facilities are modular and compact with superior energy conversion technology, designed to be placed at airports or other strategic locations. This significant financial milestone will enable ClearSky to commercialize its first three facilities, which will enable its customers in multiple industries to accelerate their sustainability goals and emissions-reduction targets. With this rapid deployment, ClearSky believes that the impact of this technology will be measurable in the near-term and stands to become a material solution for emissions reduction once operational. "This financing demonstrates that our investors share our confidence in the transformative potential of ECOGY® technology and our aggressive vision to operate across

Explorers Discover Possible Wreckage of World War II Ace Richard Bong's Plane in South Pacific

MADISON, Wis. — Searchers announced Thursday they've discovered what they believe is the wreckage of World War II ace Richard Bong's plane in the South Pacific. The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior, Wisconsin, and the nonprofit World War II historical preservation group Pacific Wrecks announced in March they were launching a joint search for Bong's Lockheed P-38 Lightning fighter. Bong nicknamed the plane "Marge" after his girlfriend, Marge Vattendahl. Another pilot, Thomas Malone, was flying the plane in March 1944 over what is now known as Papua New Guinea when engine failure sent it into a spin. Malone bailed out before the plane crashed in the jungle. The expedition's leader, Pacific Wrecks Director Justin Taylan, said in a news release that the search team discovered the wreckage in the jungles of Papua New Guinea's Madang Province. He released photos of himself in the jungle with chunks of metal on the ground taken May 15. In one photo he points to what the caption calls a wing tip from the plane stamped with "993," the last three numbers of the plane's serial number. Enlarging the photo shows markings that could be two "9s" but they're obscured by what might be dirt or rust and difficult to make out. Another photo shows a piece of metal stamped with "Model P-38 JK." "The plane's association with Richard Bong makes it one of the most significant World War II aircraft in the world," Taylan said in the news release. Bong, who grew up in Poplar, Wisconsin, is credited with shooting down 40 Japanese aircraft during World War II. He plastered a blow-up of Vattendahl's portrait on the nose of his plane, according to a Pacific Wrecks summary of the plane's service. Bong shot down more planes than any other American pilot. Gen. Douglas MacArthur awarded him the Medal of Honor, the U.S. military's highest decoration, in 1944. Bong and Vattendahl eventually married in 1945. Bong was assigned to duty as a test pilot in Burbank, California, after three combat tours in the South Pacific. He was killed on Aug. 6, 1945, when a P-80 jet fighter he was testing crashed. He died on the same day the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Vattendahl was 21 at the time of Bong's death. She went on to become a model and a magazine publisher in Los Angeles. She died in September 2003 in Superior. A bridge connecting Superior and Duluth, Minnesota, is named for Bong.

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Explorers Discover Possible Wreckage of World War II Ace Richard Bong's Plane in South Pacific. MADISON, Wis. — Searchers announced Thursday they've discovered what they believe is the wreckage of World War II ace Richard Bong's plane in the South Pacific. The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior, Wisconsin, and the nonprofit World War II historical preservation group Pacific Wrecks announced in March they were launching a joint search for Bong's Lockheed P-38 Lightning fighter. Bong nicknamed the plane "Marge" after his girlfriend, Marge Vattendahl. Another pilot, Thomas Malone, was flying the plane in March 1944 over what is now known as Papua New Guinea when engine failure sent it into a spin. Malone bailed out before the plane crashed in the jungle. The expedition's leader, Pacific Wrecks Director Justin Taylan, said in a news release that the search team discovered the wreckage in the jungles of Papua New Guinea's Madang Province. He released photos of himself in the jungle with chunks of metal on the ground taken May 15. In one photo he points to what the caption calls a wing tip from the plane stamped with "993," the last three numbers of the plane's serial number. Enlarging the photo shows markings that could be two "9s" but they're obscured by what might be dirt or rust and difficult to make out. Another photo shows a piece of metal stamped with "Model P-38 JK." "The plane's association with Richard Bong makes it one of the most significant World War II aircraft in the world," Taylan said in the news release. Bong, who grew up in Poplar, Wisconsin, is credited with shooting down 40 Japanese aircraft during World War II. He plastered a blow-up of Vattendahl's portrait on the nose of his plane, according to a Pacific Wrecks summary of the plane's service. Bong shot down more planes than any other American pilot. Gen. Douglas MacArthur awarded him the Medal of Honor, the U.S. military's highest decoration, in 1944. Bong and Vattendahl eventually married in 1945. Bong was assigned to duty as a test pilot in Burbank, California, after three combat tours in the South Pacific. He was killed on Aug. 6, 1945, when a P-80 jet fighter he was testing crashed. He died on the same day the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Vattendahl was 21 at the time of Bong's death. She went on to become a model and a magazine publisher in Los Angeles. She died in September 2003 in Superior. A bridge connecting Superior and Duluth, Minnesota, is named for Bong.

Woman who sued therapist for sexual assault says she wanted justice

Read more "I don't think anybody chooses to make the most humiliating experience of their life something to be publicly known for," she said in an interview with the Guardian, explaining why she continued to pursue justice despite the odds. "But this shame is not ours, and I want to make this easier for the next person to speak out." Despite going to the police the day after the alleged rape, her case was not prosecuted. Two appeals to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) were dismissed and she was denied criminal injuries compensation because police told the awarding body she was "not a credible witness". "First and foremost I wanted justice," said Janneh, now 37. "I wanted to be able to share this story with the world." Janneh first saw the therapist, Michael Lousada, in 2011. She had been sexually abused as a child, and had not received proper help to process this. It had left her with depression, as well as having panic attacks during consensual sexual activity with partners. 'It was really important for me to finally get in that courtroom,' said Ella Janneh. Photograph: Leigh Day One day she picked up a copy of the Metro newspaper and read an article about Lousada, in which he said he wanted to bring the services he offered to the NHS. She booked two sessions with him, which was all she could afford at the time, and did not have any concerns arising from those. In the intervening years before she saw Lousada again, she had more traditional talking therapy. "I was in a really good place psychologically and emotionally," she said. "I felt very excited about my future. I felt very, very good about the progress I had made." However, she was still experiencing panic symptoms during sexual activity, which she found "really difficult to deal with". "[As] a woman in my 20s [I] didn't want to be dealing with having these types of conversations with sexual partners about my sexual abuse," she said. And so she began scouring websites for survivors of sexual abuse, and read about "bodywork", described as "an emerging field that survivors were finding healing in". She remembered that she had seen Lousada years before and booked another appointment. Having seen Lousada's reams of media coverage, she believed he was "this pre-eminent expert in trauma" and paid £750 for the three-hour session in London. She explained to him how her panic manifested: her hands would close up, she would hyperventilate and struggle to speak. She said Lousada did not explain what she should expect from the session. "There was nothing, there was no communication on his end," she said. She did not believe that the session "would involve anything sexual" and thought "he would be treating me in the way a doctor or a therapist would", she said. After 30 minutes of talking, Janneh was taken through to a room with a bed, where she said the rape took place. In documents filed with the high court, Janneh said Lousada told her his penis was "like a laser beam" that could "burn up trauma" and "absorb the trauma". The court heard Lousada did not wear a condom, which he did not dispute. Janneh claimed the incident caused her to suffer a panic attack, leaving her unable to communicate and "incapable of providing valid and informed consent". In his defence, Lousada admitted penetration occurred but said he repeatedly received "clear verbal consent" from Janneh, although the judge decided that was not the case. The judge said he had "no doubt" Janneh had suffered a "full-blown dissociative panic attack" and that she had "entirely lacked capacity" to consent to what happened. After she left Lousada's office, Janneh said she had "started to come to" and phoned her friend while she was on the train, but realised she could not talk about what had happened, and hung up. "Once I got to the station it had started to filter through what had happened, and I called her and started screaming, at Dalston Kingsland station [in east London], at the top of the platform. "I just started screaming and then I hung up the phone, and went straight across the road and bought a bottle, and went home and just turned off my phone because I couldn't talk to anyone." She added: "I felt totally and utterly humiliated, more humiliated than when I was a child, because that abuse had been used against me." Michael Lousada said in his defence that he 'was seeking to help Ms Janneh' and had received 'clear verbal consent'. Photograph: Jonathan Brady/PA Images/Alamy The same day, she reported Lousada to the Metropolitan police, who began a rape investigation. Janneh claimed there were failings in how it was carried out, with what she described as poor evidence-gathering and officers repeatedly getting her name wrong. Following the police investigation, the case was referred to the CPS, but she was told that Lousada would not be prosecuted. In a letter, the agency told her the issues around consent would be too difficult for a jury to understand. "I absolutely did not feel like justice was done," she said. "I just couldn't understand how this was allowed to continue, and I just couldn't sit with the fact that this was allowed to continue. "I had wanted to die. That's how bad I felt, that's how destroyed I was, I almost lost my mind. I've gone in a space that is supposed to be therapeutic and the whole thing was turned on its head." She said that after the CPS dropped the case, she fell apart. In the same week she got the final decision letter, she found out she was pregnant. She said she was "so heartbroken about the decision" that she felt she could not continue with the pregnancy: "I was so full of sorrow that I didn't feel it would be fair to try to raise a child." She had a termination, and then: "I began drinking, taking drugs, it was just total annihilation, I had no self-esteem." Eventually Janneh found a job in a cafe, and began seeing a therapist. She also applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority for compensation, though she said she was rejected "on the grounds that police had given evidence against me … saying that I was a contradictory witness". By now it was 2019. Although she had exhausted all criminal avenues, Janneh said, "I couldn't let it go." Lousada, she said, was still working as a therapist and appearing in the media. Janneh had been on a waiting list for support from an independent sexual violence advocate, a service guiding people through the criminal justice system. It was only then that she found out that she might be able to bring a civil case. While criminal prosecutions must prove "beyond reasonable doubt", civil cases can be ruled upon on the balance of probabilities. "It was the first time in this experience that I felt listened to," she said. "It was really important for me to finally get in that courtroom, to do what I needed to do. I had worked really hard to get there. "I put it to the police and CPS to truly justify their decision not to hold this man to account. I couldn't rely on them, and thousands of other victims couldn't rely on them … The system is completely inadequate to deal with rape." Catriona Rubens of Leigh Day Solicitors, which represented Janneh, said: "In a system where so few reports of rape to the police result in a criminal prosecution, we urgently need to address the legal and cultural silencing of victims and survivors. By standing up and speaking out, Ella has helped to break this silence." Lousada, 57, said: "I have told both the police and the court what happened that day, and you will appreciate that I am very disappointed that my evidence has been rejected. I no longer engage in this sort of work and have not done so since the incident in question. Police consider reopening inquiry into TV sex therapist Michael Lousada Read more A CPS spokesperson said: "We understand the devastating impact rape has on victims, which is why each case is looked at by specialist prosecutors who are committed to bringing perpetrators to justice wherever possible. "Criminal and civil cases require different standards of proof. In criminal cases we must prove beyond reasonable doubt that an individual is guilty and following a careful review of the evidence in this case, we concluded there was not a realistic prospect of conviction – a decision later supported by two independent reviews. "We are continuing to improve how every rape case is handled and our suspect-centred approach means we always focus on the behaviour and actions of the suspect, and not the victim." The Met police commander Kevin Southworth, who leads on public protection, said: "We strive to deliver the best service we can and take allegations of rape and sexual assault seriously, so it's concerning whenever we hear that someone feels they have been let down. "While there is currently no active police investigation, in light of the outcome of the civil proceedings we are reviewing the information we hold and will also consider any new detail that has emerged during the civil case."

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Woman who sued therapist for sexual assault says she wanted justice. Read more "I don't think anybody chooses to make the most humiliating experience of their life something to be publicly known for," she said in an interview with the Guardian, explaining why she continued to pursue justice despite the odds. "But this shame is not ours, and I want to make this easier for the next person to speak out." Despite going to the police the day after the alleged rape, her case was not prosecuted. Two appeals to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) were dismissed and she was denied criminal injuries compensation because police told the awarding body she was "not a credible witness". "First and foremost I wanted justice," said Janneh, now 37. "I wanted to be able to share this story with the world." Janneh first saw the therapist, Michael Lousada, in 2011. She had been sexually abused as a child, and had not received proper help to process this. It had left her with depression, as well as having panic attacks during consensual sexual activity with partners. 'It was really important for me to finally get in that courtroom,' said Ella Janneh. Photograph: Leigh Day One day she picked up a copy of the Metro newspaper and read an article about Lousada, in which he said he wanted to bring the services he offered to the NHS. She booked two sessions with him, which was all she could afford at the time, and did not have any concerns arising from those. In the intervening years before she saw Lousada again, she had more traditional talking therapy. "I was in a really good place psychologically and emotionally," she said. "I felt very excited about my future. I felt very, very good about the progress I had made." However, she was still experiencing panic symptoms during sexual activity, which she found "really difficult to deal with". "[As] a woman in my 20s [I] didn't want to be dealing with having these types of conversations with sexual partners about my sexual abuse," she said. And so she began scouring websites for survivors of sexual abuse, and read about "bodywork", described as "an emerging field that survivors were finding healing in". She remembered that she had seen Lousada years before and booked another appointment. Having seen Lousada's reams of media coverage, she believed he was "this pre-eminent expert in trauma" and paid £750 for the three-hour session in London. She explained to him how her panic manifested: her hands would close up, she would hyperventilate and struggle to speak. She said Lousada did not explain what she should expect from the session. "There was nothing, there was no communication on his end," she said. She did not believe that the session "would involve anything sexual" and thought "he would be treating me in the way a doctor or a therapist would", she said. After 30 minutes of talking, Janneh was taken through to a room with a bed, where she said the rape took place. In documents filed with the high court, Janneh said Lousada told her his penis was "like a laser beam" that could "burn up trauma" and "absorb the trauma". The court heard Lousada did not wear a condom, which he did not dispute. Janneh claimed the incident caused her to suffer a panic attack, leaving her unable to communicate and "incapable of providing valid and informed consent". In his defence, Lousada admitted penetration occurred but said he repeatedly received "clear verbal consent" from Janneh, although the judge decided that was not the case. The judge said he had "no doubt" Janneh had suffered a "full-blown dissociative panic attack" and that she had "entirely lacked capacity" to consent to what happened. After she left Lousada's office, Janneh said she had "started to come to" and phoned her friend while she was on the train, but realised she could not talk about what had happened, and hung up. "Once I got to the station it had started to filter through what had happened, and I called her and started screaming, at Dalston Kingsland station [in east London], at the top of the platform. "I just started screaming and then I hung up the phone, and went straight across the road and bought a bottle, and went home and just turned off my phone because I couldn't talk to anyone." She added: "I felt totally and utterly humiliated, more humiliated than when I was a child, because that abuse had been used against me." Michael Lousada said in his defence that he 'was seeking to help Ms Janneh' and had received 'clear verbal consent'. Photograph: Jonathan Brady/PA Images/Alamy The same day, she reported Lousada to the Metropolitan police, who began a rape investigation. Janneh claimed there were failings in how it was carried out, with what she described as poor evidence-gathering and officers repeatedly getting her name wrong. Following the police investigation, the case was referred to the CPS, but she was told that Lousada would not be prosecuted. In a letter, the agency told her the issues around consent would be too difficult for a jury to understand. "I absolutely did not feel like justice was done," she said. "I just couldn't understand how this was allowed to continue, and I just couldn't sit with the fact that this was allowed to continue. "I had wanted to die. That's how bad I felt, that's how destroyed I was, I almost lost my mind. I've gone in a space that is supposed to be therapeutic and the whole thing was turned on its head." She said that after the CPS dropped the case, she fell apart. In the same week she got the final decision letter, she found out she was pregnant. She said she was "so heartbroken about the decision" that she felt she could not continue with the pregnancy: "I was so full of sorrow that I didn't feel it would be fair to try to raise a child." She had a termination, and then: "I began drinking, taking drugs, it was just total annihilation, I had no self-esteem." Eventually Janneh found a job in a cafe, and began seeing a therapist. She also applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority for compensation, though she said she was rejected "on the grounds that police had given evidence against me … saying that I was a contradictory witness". By now it was 2019. Although she had exhausted all criminal avenues, Janneh said, "I couldn't let it go." Lousada, she said, was still working as a therapist and appearing in the media. Janneh had been on a waiting list for support from an independent sexual violence advocate, a service guiding people through the criminal justice system. It was only then that she found out that she might be able to bring a civil case. While criminal prosecutions must prove "beyond reasonable doubt", civil cases can be ruled upon on the balance of probabilities. "It was the first time in this experience that I felt listened to," she said. "It was really important for me to finally get in that courtroom, to do what I needed to do. I had worked really hard to get there. "I put it to the police and CPS to truly justify their decision not to hold this man to account. I couldn't rely on them, and thousands of other victims couldn't rely on them … The system is completely inadequate to deal with rape." Catriona Rubens of Leigh Day Solicitors, which represented Janneh, said: "In a system where so few reports of rape to the police result in a criminal prosecution, we urgently need to address the legal and cultural silencing of victims and survivors. By standing up and speaking out, Ella has helped to break this silence." Lousada, 57, said: "I have told both the police and the court what happened that day, and you will appreciate that I am very disappointed that my evidence has been rejected. I no longer engage in this sort of work and have not done so since the incident in question. Police consider reopening inquiry into TV sex therapist Michael Lousada Read more A CPS spokesperson said: "We understand the devastating impact rape has on victims, which is why each case is looked at by specialist prosecutors who are committed to bringing perpetrators to justice wherever possible. "Criminal and civil cases require different standards of proof. In criminal cases we must prove beyond reasonable doubt that an individual is guilty and following a careful review of the evidence in this case, we concluded there was not a realistic prospect of conviction – a decision later supported by two independent reviews. "We are continuing to improve how every rape case is handled and our suspect-centred approach means we always focus on the behaviour and actions of the suspect, and not the victim." The Met police commander Kevin Southworth, who leads on public protection, said: "We strive to deliver the best service we can and take allegations of rape and sexual assault seriously, so it's concerning whenever we hear that someone feels they have been let down. "While there is currently no active police investigation, in light of the outcome of the civil proceedings we are reviewing the information we hold and will also consider any new detail that has emerged during the civil case."

Launched today: Infosys Aster™ - The AI-amplified marketing suite that delivers engaging brand experiences, enhanced marketing efficiency, and accelerated business growth

400+ assets and an ecosystem of 50+ partners delivering brand and business outcomes for leading B2C and B2B brands worldwide Transformative generative AI-amplified marketing capabilities enabled by Infosys Topaz ™ Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY ), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced the launch of Infosys Aster ™ – a set of AI-amplified marketing services, solutions and platforms that deliver engaging brand experiences, enhanced marketing efficiency, and accelerated effectiveness for business growth. It drives AI-led transformation of marketing with integrated, real-time view across customers, brands and channels, enabling companies to increase ROI from marketing. With creative services, experience design, digital commerce, MarTech orchestration, performance marketing and marketing operations, Infosys Aster ™ brings agility to the marketing value chain for B2B and B2C brands. With Infosys Aster ™, global brands have realized up to 50% increase in repeat buyers, 30% improvement in the cost of marketing operations, and 40% increase in sales. Deliver Engaging Brand Experiences: Infosys Aster ™ delivers lasting connections with its human experience design approach amplified by the power of technology. Utilizing advanced technologies like real-time Unreal Engine 3D, AR/VR/XR, and digital twin CGI modeling, it delivers immersive experiences that foster customer intimacy. By taking advantage of AI-powered customer and marketing data platforms, it enables brands to unlock insights from data while also drawing on the power of ecosystems to deepen omnichannel engagement. For example, as the creative partner for an international racing giant, Infosys Aster ™ created a holistic digital ecosystem – with compelling visual experiences that were highly customized for user groups – to boost engagement. Taking advantage of a dynamic content engine along with a simple ticketing system, Infosys Aster ™ helped the business turn millions of fans into lifelong customers. Enhance Marketing Efficiency: Infosys Aster™ combines gen AI-amplified content and creative services, intelligent recommendations from the MarTech stack, and marketing insights to deliver cost-effective campaigns faster. It also boosts efficiencies through marketing shared services by centralizing and automating content and design operations, reducing time and cost to activate campaigns. The suite's AI capabilities, powered by Infosys Topaz™, help brands improve channel efficiencies by analyzing performance data and adapting strategies in real time. For example, a global health-tech company took advantage of Infosys Aster ™ to accelerate their campaign management cycles – from setup to execution for 80+ markets driving savings in cost of operations. Accelerate Effectiveness for Business Growth: Infosys Aster ™ helps businesses create shared digital foundations, by integrating MarTech and enterprise systems, to create new avenues to value for sales and marketing. AI-driven analytics and customer insights help marketers increase customer lifetime value by personalizing outreach, nurturing meaningful conversations, and garnering high-quality leads. This supports brands in driving effective lead-generation campaigns, marked by better cross-sell and up-sell opportunities. Marketers can also capture demand and nurture repeat purchases with the suite's real-time recommendations based on customer behavior. Predictive insights also help in influencing pricing strategies. For example, a retail chain used AI-amplified insights from Infosys Aster ™ to develop their app-based promotional loyalty program that resulted in sales boost for them. The digital commerce platform, integral to Infosys Aster ™, has a proven record in shaping e-commerce as an enterprise growth-lever. Satish H C, EVP and Co-head of Delivery, Infosys, said, "Our clients want to tap into new avenues of growth, while deepening customer intimacy, efficiently, in near-real time. They understand the role that modern agile marketing, enabled by data and AI, can play to accelerate their strategy and disintermediate execution. Infosys Aster ™ helps our clients' marketing organizations master the duality of marketing effectiveness and marketing efficiency to truly transform into customer-champions and growth-partners." "Businesses need marketing to be their core engine for reimagining customer experience and driving growth. In the era of AI-first enterprise transformation, CMOs have a unique opportunity to be the true C-Suite partner and orchestrator of value across the organization," said Sumit Virmani, EVP and Global Chief Marketing Officer, Infosys. "At Infosys, we count on AI to amplify our capabilities – deepen brand experiences while driving effectiveness and efficiencies. We know that Infosys Aster ™ – the same AI-amplified services, solutions and platforms that delivers value for us – can transform marketing into the powerful growth engine CMOs need for it to be." Peter Bendor-Samuel, Founder & CEO, Everest Group, said, "AI presents immense value to marketers, from driving hyper personalization to promising enhanced efficiencies and effectiveness across insights generation, creative workflows, and customer support. This is enabling marketers to not only glean productivity improvements, but also drive growth mandates. This journey is best enabled by partnering with a service provider that brings together strong tech capabilities with a deep understanding of the marketing domain. Infosys Aster's AI-led marketing capabilities, coupled with Infosys' experience of driving marketing and experience transformations, is well positioned to serve the needs of progressive marketers." Infosys Aster ™ has nurtured best-in-class digital agencies, proven AI capabilities, deep industry experience, decades of delivery excellence and a diverse partner ecosystem. WongDoody, Infosys' creative digital innovation agency, brings together unique capabilities in creative consulting, experience design, immersive experiences, and future-proof marketing. Infosys Aster ™ uses the AI and gen AI capabilities of Infosys Topaz ™ in a 'responsible by design' approach to amplify marketing capabilities and enhance effectiveness of the function. Infosys' deep industry experience and expertise in connecting the complex enterprise ecosystem to the customer facing marketing function, while managing organizational change, helps CMOs achieve strong business impact. With over 350 global awards, 20+ design studios, 50+ partners, and 400+ marketing assets including use cases, solutions, and platforms, Infosys Aster ™ is accelerating experience, efficiency, and effectiveness for B2B and B2C marketers globally. Björn Schick, Chief Experience Officer and Member of the Executive Board, smart Europe GmbH, said, "At smart Europe, we share a similar value set with our strong partner Infosys Aster ™, which prioritizes the individual customer experience thanks to sustainable concepts and the appropriate use of technology. In today's dynamic digital landscape, smart must secure a strong presence to connect with customers at every touchpoint. Infosys' human-centered design studio, WongDoody, has developed a performative 3D digital twin-based platform for us. This platform creates personalized customer journeys with our vehicles, enhancing the experience and unlocking new creative possibilities with gen AI. It simplifies and economizes the production of on-demand personalized visual content, increasing our flexibility to present and promote our brand and its growing product portfolio effectively to customers worldwide." "Infosys Aster ™ is bringing expertise to help us reimagine, engineer, and activate best-in-class omnichannel experiences for our customers, partners, and prospects enabling them to quickly access the relevant and up to date information they need. We see the potential of AI to amplify these capabilities and significantly raise the bar in the delivery of personalized content, ensuring predictability of engagement. We are elevating the way we connect with our customers and how our customers connect with us," said Tom Portman, Group VP, Online Transformation and Group Head of Digital Channels, ABB. Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 300,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. We enable clients in more than 56 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by cloud and AI. We enable them with an AI-first core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace. www.infosys.com to see how Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY ) can help your enterprise navigate your next. Certain statements in this release concerning our future growth prospects, or our future financial or operating performance, are forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the 'safe harbor' under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties relating to these statements include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties regarding the execution of our business strategy, our ability to attract and retain personnel, our transition to hybrid work model, economic uncertainties, technological innovations such as Generative AI, the complex and evolving regulatory landscape including immigration regulation changes, our ESG vision, our capital allocation policy and expectations concerning our market position, future operations, margins, profitability, liquidity, capital resources, our corporate actions including acquisitions, and cybersecurity matters. Important factors that may cause actual results or outcomes to differ from those implied by the forward-looking statements are discussed in more detail in our US Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023. These filings are available at

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Launched today: Infosys Aster™ - The AI-amplified marketing suite that delivers engaging brand experiences, enhanced marketing efficiency, and accelerated business growth. 400+ assets and an ecosystem of 50+ partners delivering brand and business outcomes for leading B2C and B2B brands worldwide Transformative generative AI-amplified marketing capabilities enabled by Infosys Topaz ™ Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY ), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced the launch of Infosys Aster ™ – a set of AI-amplified marketing services, solutions and platforms that deliver engaging brand experiences, enhanced marketing efficiency, and accelerated effectiveness for business growth. It drives AI-led transformation of marketing with integrated, real-time view across customers, brands and channels, enabling companies to increase ROI from marketing. With creative services, experience design, digital commerce, MarTech orchestration, performance marketing and marketing operations, Infosys Aster ™ brings agility to the marketing value chain for B2B and B2C brands. With Infosys Aster ™, global brands have realized up to 50% increase in repeat buyers, 30% improvement in the cost of marketing operations, and 40% increase in sales. Deliver Engaging Brand Experiences: Infosys Aster ™ delivers lasting connections with its human experience design approach amplified by the power of technology. Utilizing advanced technologies like real-time Unreal Engine 3D, AR/VR/XR, and digital twin CGI modeling, it delivers immersive experiences that foster customer intimacy. By taking advantage of AI-powered customer and marketing data platforms, it enables brands to unlock insights from data while also drawing on the power of ecosystems to deepen omnichannel engagement. For example, as the creative partner for an international racing giant, Infosys Aster ™ created a holistic digital ecosystem – with compelling visual experiences that were highly customized for user groups – to boost engagement. Taking advantage of a dynamic content engine along with a simple ticketing system, Infosys Aster ™ helped the business turn millions of fans into lifelong customers. Enhance Marketing Efficiency: Infosys Aster™ combines gen AI-amplified content and creative services, intelligent recommendations from the MarTech stack, and marketing insights to deliver cost-effective campaigns faster. It also boosts efficiencies through marketing shared services by centralizing and automating content and design operations, reducing time and cost to activate campaigns. The suite's AI capabilities, powered by Infosys Topaz™, help brands improve channel efficiencies by analyzing performance data and adapting strategies in real time. For example, a global health-tech company took advantage of Infosys Aster ™ to accelerate their campaign management cycles – from setup to execution for 80+ markets driving savings in cost of operations. Accelerate Effectiveness for Business Growth: Infosys Aster ™ helps businesses create shared digital foundations, by integrating MarTech and enterprise systems, to create new avenues to value for sales and marketing. AI-driven analytics and customer insights help marketers increase customer lifetime value by personalizing outreach, nurturing meaningful conversations, and garnering high-quality leads. This supports brands in driving effective lead-generation campaigns, marked by better cross-sell and up-sell opportunities. Marketers can also capture demand and nurture repeat purchases with the suite's real-time recommendations based on customer behavior. Predictive insights also help in influencing pricing strategies. For example, a retail chain used AI-amplified insights from Infosys Aster ™ to develop their app-based promotional loyalty program that resulted in sales boost for them. The digital commerce platform, integral to Infosys Aster ™, has a proven record in shaping e-commerce as an enterprise growth-lever. Satish H C, EVP and Co-head of Delivery, Infosys, said, "Our clients want to tap into new avenues of growth, while deepening customer intimacy, efficiently, in near-real time. They understand the role that modern agile marketing, enabled by data and AI, can play to accelerate their strategy and disintermediate execution. Infosys Aster ™ helps our clients' marketing organizations master the duality of marketing effectiveness and marketing efficiency to truly transform into customer-champions and growth-partners." "Businesses need marketing to be their core engine for reimagining customer experience and driving growth. In the era of AI-first enterprise transformation, CMOs have a unique opportunity to be the true C-Suite partner and orchestrator of value across the organization," said Sumit Virmani, EVP and Global Chief Marketing Officer, Infosys. "At Infosys, we count on AI to amplify our capabilities – deepen brand experiences while driving effectiveness and efficiencies. We know that Infosys Aster ™ – the same AI-amplified services, solutions and platforms that delivers value for us – can transform marketing into the powerful growth engine CMOs need for it to be." Peter Bendor-Samuel, Founder & CEO, Everest Group, said, "AI presents immense value to marketers, from driving hyper personalization to promising enhanced efficiencies and effectiveness across insights generation, creative workflows, and customer support. This is enabling marketers to not only glean productivity improvements, but also drive growth mandates. This journey is best enabled by partnering with a service provider that brings together strong tech capabilities with a deep understanding of the marketing domain. Infosys Aster's AI-led marketing capabilities, coupled with Infosys' experience of driving marketing and experience transformations, is well positioned to serve the needs of progressive marketers." Infosys Aster ™ has nurtured best-in-class digital agencies, proven AI capabilities, deep industry experience, decades of delivery excellence and a diverse partner ecosystem. WongDoody, Infosys' creative digital innovation agency, brings together unique capabilities in creative consulting, experience design, immersive experiences, and future-proof marketing. Infosys Aster ™ uses the AI and gen AI capabilities of Infosys Topaz ™ in a 'responsible by design' approach to amplify marketing capabilities and enhance effectiveness of the function. Infosys' deep industry experience and expertise in connecting the complex enterprise ecosystem to the customer facing marketing function, while managing organizational change, helps CMOs achieve strong business impact. With over 350 global awards, 20+ design studios, 50+ partners, and 400+ marketing assets including use cases, solutions, and platforms, Infosys Aster ™ is accelerating experience, efficiency, and effectiveness for B2B and B2C marketers globally. Björn Schick, Chief Experience Officer and Member of the Executive Board, smart Europe GmbH, said, "At smart Europe, we share a similar value set with our strong partner Infosys Aster ™, which prioritizes the individual customer experience thanks to sustainable concepts and the appropriate use of technology. In today's dynamic digital landscape, smart must secure a strong presence to connect with customers at every touchpoint. Infosys' human-centered design studio, WongDoody, has developed a performative 3D digital twin-based platform for us. This platform creates personalized customer journeys with our vehicles, enhancing the experience and unlocking new creative possibilities with gen AI. It simplifies and economizes the production of on-demand personalized visual content, increasing our flexibility to present and promote our brand and its growing product portfolio effectively to customers worldwide." "Infosys Aster ™ is bringing expertise to help us reimagine, engineer, and activate best-in-class omnichannel experiences for our customers, partners, and prospects enabling them to quickly access the relevant and up to date information they need. We see the potential of AI to amplify these capabilities and significantly raise the bar in the delivery of personalized content, ensuring predictability of engagement. We are elevating the way we connect with our customers and how our customers connect with us," said Tom Portman, Group VP, Online Transformation and Group Head of Digital Channels, ABB. Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 300,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. We enable clients in more than 56 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by cloud and AI. We enable them with an AI-first core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace. www.infosys.com to see how Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY ) can help your enterprise navigate your next. Certain statements in this release concerning our future growth prospects, or our future financial or operating performance, are forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the 'safe harbor' under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties relating to these statements include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties regarding the execution of our business strategy, our ability to attract and retain personnel, our transition to hybrid work model, economic uncertainties, technological innovations such as Generative AI, the complex and evolving regulatory landscape including immigration regulation changes, our ESG vision, our capital allocation policy and expectations concerning our market position, future operations, margins, profitability, liquidity, capital resources, our corporate actions including acquisitions, and cybersecurity matters. Important factors that may cause actual results or outcomes to differ from those implied by the forward-looking statements are discussed in more detail in our US Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023. These filings are available at

U.S. NSA subterfuge for private data is an affront to First Amendment

Editor's note: Stephen Ndegwa, a special commentator on current affairs for CGTN, is the executive director of South-South Dialogues, a Nairobi-based communications development think tank. The article reflects the author's opinions and not necessarily the views of CGTN. The plot of the legendary British writer George Orwell's 1949 dystopian novel, "1984," revolves around the struggles of protagonist Winston Smith against the oppressive Party and the ubiquitous "Big Brother." The book, set in the fictitious state of Oceania, depicts the power of the state to snoop into everyone's private affairs, and use it to achieve certain nefarious purposes. Although the "1984" classic is decades-old, it is eerily relevant to the status quo in modern day United States arising from the recent revelations that the National Security Agency (NSA) buys Americans' internet browsing information from commercial brokers without a warrant. According to a statement by Democratic Senator Ron Wyden on January 25 following a letter sent to him by NSA director on December 11, "such records can identify Americans who are seeking help from a suicide hotline or a hotline for survivors of sexual assault or domestic abuse." Significantly, the data includes Americans' internet and location data, electronic devices being used both within and outside the U.S., and what apps they use. Well, to be objective, most Americans have at least an inkling that the requirements and protection of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) do not prevent their government from occasionally snooping on their digital lives, ostensibly for national security purposes. The FTC's mission, as stated, is "protecting the public from deceptive or unfair business practices and from unfair methods of competition through law enforcement, advocacy, research, and education." Most states in the world understandably feel the urge to keep a tab on their citizenry for signs of threats to national security, and for general cybersecurity purposes. But unless there is imminent danger that precipitates a crisis, the state has a responsibility to inform targeted persons or populations that their data is under surveillance for public good. The covert manner of access of the U.S. government amounts to spying on the private lives of its citizens. The revelations also expose the symbiotic relationship between the U.S. government and the country's megacorps. The fact that the NSA has been buying private data from commercial brokers reflects an unspoken quid pro quo in the mutual protection of each other's interests. This turns the U.S. citizenry into a pawn in the high stakes game of U.S. hegemony. For all its pontification to other countries about respect for human rights, and especially on freedom of expression and association, these revelations have exposed not only the superpower's doublespeak, but also its utter insecurity. The infringement of provisions of the much touted First Amendment betrays infidelity of the U.S. government to one of the major tenets of the country's Constitution. Among other safeguards, the First Amendment protects Americans' freedom of speech, the press, and assembly. Experts now see the blocking of Chinese digital technology in the U.S. on accusations of espionage as a smokescreen for operations like those of the NSA, and the U.S. intelligence ecosystem as a whole. The U.S. populace is distracted from the real enemy within, and made to see countries like China as the threat to their private data. TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew arrives to testify before the House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing titled "TikTok: How Congress Can Safeguard American Data Privacy And Protect Children From Online Harms," at Rayburn Building in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 23, 2023. /CFP TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew arrives to testify before the House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing titled "TikTok: How Congress Can Safeguard American Data Privacy And Protect Children From Online Harms," at Rayburn Building in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 23, 2023. /CFP The revelations beg the question whether Americans will now seek justice or compensation for the infringement of privacy through the same FTC that seems to be either ineffective or complicit in the covert operations of the NSA. Still, the FTC likely feels intimidated by power yielded by the NSA to use clauses that give it power to access private data without express authority of the source. This is not the first time that U.S. intelligence agencies are being accused of violation of oversight guidelines in accessing and storing personal information on Americans. A report to the Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines on "commercially available information" (CAI), which is dated January 2022, cited the growing appetite of the NSA for Americans' data sourced from for-purchase data companies. The report warns that this overreliance on CAI poses a grave threat to Americans' private lives. The government can misuse the data for tracking citizens' every move, thus curtailing their freedom of movement and association. The ease of access also means that it is possible to breach strict constitutional safeguards for such an exercise, exposing people unnecessarily. The massive data breach is also reflective of Americans' love and yearning for scandal where the media leads in snooping on celebrity lives for profit and domestic political objectives. Further, the increasing demand for CAI has led to an unhealthy growth of outfits offering this service. A major consequence is that sensitive personal data is likely to land in the hands of a rogue corporate or even individual users, who might deploy it to profile individuals for blackmail or to compromise their personal security. A tacit acceptance of the current status quo can only embolden the intrusion on the personal lives of Americans through more blatant prying on their digital footprints. (If you want to contribute and have specific expertise, please contact us at opinions@cgtn.com. Follow

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U.S. NSA subterfuge for private data is an affront to First Amendment. Editor's note: Stephen Ndegwa, a special commentator on current affairs for CGTN, is the executive director of South-South Dialogues, a Nairobi-based communications development think tank. The article reflects the author's opinions and not necessarily the views of CGTN. The plot of the legendary British writer George Orwell's 1949 dystopian novel, "1984," revolves around the struggles of protagonist Winston Smith against the oppressive Party and the ubiquitous "Big Brother." The book, set in the fictitious state of Oceania, depicts the power of the state to snoop into everyone's private affairs, and use it to achieve certain nefarious purposes. Although the "1984" classic is decades-old, it is eerily relevant to the status quo in modern day United States arising from the recent revelations that the National Security Agency (NSA) buys Americans' internet browsing information from commercial brokers without a warrant. According to a statement by Democratic Senator Ron Wyden on January 25 following a letter sent to him by NSA director on December 11, "such records can identify Americans who are seeking help from a suicide hotline or a hotline for survivors of sexual assault or domestic abuse." Significantly, the data includes Americans' internet and location data, electronic devices being used both within and outside the U.S., and what apps they use. Well, to be objective, most Americans have at least an inkling that the requirements and protection of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) do not prevent their government from occasionally snooping on their digital lives, ostensibly for national security purposes. The FTC's mission, as stated, is "protecting the public from deceptive or unfair business practices and from unfair methods of competition through law enforcement, advocacy, research, and education." Most states in the world understandably feel the urge to keep a tab on their citizenry for signs of threats to national security, and for general cybersecurity purposes. But unless there is imminent danger that precipitates a crisis, the state has a responsibility to inform targeted persons or populations that their data is under surveillance for public good. The covert manner of access of the U.S. government amounts to spying on the private lives of its citizens. The revelations also expose the symbiotic relationship between the U.S. government and the country's megacorps. The fact that the NSA has been buying private data from commercial brokers reflects an unspoken quid pro quo in the mutual protection of each other's interests. This turns the U.S. citizenry into a pawn in the high stakes game of U.S. hegemony. For all its pontification to other countries about respect for human rights, and especially on freedom of expression and association, these revelations have exposed not only the superpower's doublespeak, but also its utter insecurity. The infringement of provisions of the much touted First Amendment betrays infidelity of the U.S. government to one of the major tenets of the country's Constitution. Among other safeguards, the First Amendment protects Americans' freedom of speech, the press, and assembly. Experts now see the blocking of Chinese digital technology in the U.S. on accusations of espionage as a smokescreen for operations like those of the NSA, and the U.S. intelligence ecosystem as a whole. The U.S. populace is distracted from the real enemy within, and made to see countries like China as the threat to their private data. TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew arrives to testify before the House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing titled "TikTok: How Congress Can Safeguard American Data Privacy And Protect Children From Online Harms," at Rayburn Building in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 23, 2023. /CFP TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew arrives to testify before the House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing titled "TikTok: How Congress Can Safeguard American Data Privacy And Protect Children From Online Harms," at Rayburn Building in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 23, 2023. /CFP The revelations beg the question whether Americans will now seek justice or compensation for the infringement of privacy through the same FTC that seems to be either ineffective or complicit in the covert operations of the NSA. Still, the FTC likely feels intimidated by power yielded by the NSA to use clauses that give it power to access private data without express authority of the source. This is not the first time that U.S. intelligence agencies are being accused of violation of oversight guidelines in accessing and storing personal information on Americans. A report to the Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines on "commercially available information" (CAI), which is dated January 2022, cited the growing appetite of the NSA for Americans' data sourced from for-purchase data companies. The report warns that this overreliance on CAI poses a grave threat to Americans' private lives. The government can misuse the data for tracking citizens' every move, thus curtailing their freedom of movement and association. The ease of access also means that it is possible to breach strict constitutional safeguards for such an exercise, exposing people unnecessarily. The massive data breach is also reflective of Americans' love and yearning for scandal where the media leads in snooping on celebrity lives for profit and domestic political objectives. Further, the increasing demand for CAI has led to an unhealthy growth of outfits offering this service. A major consequence is that sensitive personal data is likely to land in the hands of a rogue corporate or even individual users, who might deploy it to profile individuals for blackmail or to compromise their personal security. A tacit acceptance of the current status quo can only embolden the intrusion on the personal lives of Americans through more blatant prying on their digital footprints. (If you want to contribute and have specific expertise, please contact us at opinions@cgtn.com. Follow

What's 'ungraded beef'? Here's what you need to know

If you have spotted "ungraded beef" at your grocery store recently – it's not a mystery meat. In fact, officials say it's completely safe to consume. "Essentially, you're getting a product that is safe to eat, it is edible, but you don't necessarily know what you're getting from a quality perspective," Sylvain Charlebois, senior director of Dalhousie University's Agri-Food Analytics Lab, told CTV News Toronto. About 80 per cent of the beef sold in Canada is produced by local farmers, with the remaining roughly 20 per cent imported to the country each year. Get the latest local updates right to your inbox Charlebois said price-conscious consumers are looking for deals, so grocery stores are bringing in more beef from Mexico, which may be slightly cheaper than Canadian beef. Ron Glaser, vice-president of corporate affairs for Canada Beef, said grading is a quality indicator, not a safety indicator. When you buy beef from Canada, Glaser said, the grading system gives shoppers a better idea of what product they're purchasing. "The highest grade is Canada Prime, followed by Canada Triple A and Double A. The vast majority of Canadian meat sold in Canada is Triple A and Double A," Glaser explained. Beef from Mexico may have a different taste and texture to Canada's, Glaser said, due to the type of livestock used in production. "In Canada, we use primarily European cattle genetics, which are very well known for their beef quality and taste. As you go further south, you would have to use other types of cattle, (which are better suited) to manage the heat," said Glaser. Charlebois noted ungraded meat could be of a lower quality. "Typically, ungraded beef from Mexico would come from older bulls or cows," said Charlebois. A Loblaws spokesperson told CTV News Toronto in a statement that most of the beef it sells is locally produced. "We also offer quality cuts from several other countries to provide the best possible value and choice for our customers," the spokesperson said. "Countries outside of North America often use a different grading system, which is why it is labelled in Canada as 'ungraded,' but it is always quality beef. We remain fully committed to sourcing Canadian-raised beef and supporting the people who produce it." Loblaws adds the Canadian Food Inspection Agency inspects all imported meat, including beef, and approves it for the stores. Divorce of Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner is finalized, officially ending their marriage

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What's 'ungraded beef'? Here's what you need to know. If you have spotted "ungraded beef" at your grocery store recently – it's not a mystery meat. In fact, officials say it's completely safe to consume. "Essentially, you're getting a product that is safe to eat, it is edible, but you don't necessarily know what you're getting from a quality perspective," Sylvain Charlebois, senior director of Dalhousie University's Agri-Food Analytics Lab, told CTV News Toronto. About 80 per cent of the beef sold in Canada is produced by local farmers, with the remaining roughly 20 per cent imported to the country each year. Get the latest local updates right to your inbox Charlebois said price-conscious consumers are looking for deals, so grocery stores are bringing in more beef from Mexico, which may be slightly cheaper than Canadian beef. Ron Glaser, vice-president of corporate affairs for Canada Beef, said grading is a quality indicator, not a safety indicator. When you buy beef from Canada, Glaser said, the grading system gives shoppers a better idea of what product they're purchasing. "The highest grade is Canada Prime, followed by Canada Triple A and Double A. The vast majority of Canadian meat sold in Canada is Triple A and Double A," Glaser explained. Beef from Mexico may have a different taste and texture to Canada's, Glaser said, due to the type of livestock used in production. "In Canada, we use primarily European cattle genetics, which are very well known for their beef quality and taste. As you go further south, you would have to use other types of cattle, (which are better suited) to manage the heat," said Glaser. Charlebois noted ungraded meat could be of a lower quality. "Typically, ungraded beef from Mexico would come from older bulls or cows," said Charlebois. A Loblaws spokesperson told CTV News Toronto in a statement that most of the beef it sells is locally produced. "We also offer quality cuts from several other countries to provide the best possible value and choice for our customers," the spokesperson said. "Countries outside of North America often use a different grading system, which is why it is labelled in Canada as 'ungraded,' but it is always quality beef. We remain fully committed to sourcing Canadian-raised beef and supporting the people who produce it." Loblaws adds the Canadian Food Inspection Agency inspects all imported meat, including beef, and approves it for the stores. Divorce of Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner is finalized, officially ending their marriage

How the 16th Infantry Regiment’s heroism helped bring victory on D-Day

Among the many Allied military units storming the Normandy coast on June 6, 1944, was the 16th Infantry Regiment of the U.S. Army's 1st Infantry Division. Its members faced a particularly daunting task: As part of the first wave of the largest amphibious assault in history, the regiment was assigned to clear the Omaha Beach landing sectors code-named "Easy Red" and "Fox Green." This was no ordinary assault. Omaha would become the most deadly of the five D-Day landing beaches, as the U.S., U.K. and Allied nations attacked Nazi-occupied France in World War II. The liberation of Europe hung in the balance. As the regiment's members sat down to a steak dinner the night before the invasion, they no doubt thought about the legacy of their unit. As a military and oral historian, I researched this particular regiment's service in Vietnam and became fascinated by its earlier history as well. The 16th Infantry had fought in the Indian Wars, chased Mexican revolutionary leader Pancho Villa, fought in the Battle of San Juan Hill that made Theodore Roosevelt a national hero, and saluted Revolutionary War commander Marquis de Lafayette at his tomb in Paris as the U.S. entered World War I. By D-Day, the regiment had already participated in the World War II invasions of North Africa and Italy in 1942 and 1943. The regiment was so well thought of by the American public that when author F. Scott Fitzgerald created his infamous antihero Jay Gatsby in 1925′s "The Great Gatsby," the title character was described as a veteran of the 16th Infantry. That steak dinner the night before D-Day, recalled Charles Hangsterfer, then a captain in the 16th Regiment, was " just like they would give a convicted murderer his last meal on the evening of his execution." A dangerous attack The invasion plan had called for heavy bombardment from warships and airplanes to weaken the German defenses, and for amphibious tanks — which could travel through shallow water and on land — to support the infantry as they hit the beaches. But as dawn broke on June 6, 1944, bad weather intervened. Low clouds meant the bombardments largely missed their targets. Rough seas — swells between 3 and 6 feet, and 25 mph winds — swamped most of the tanks. The troops themselves were seasick from the pitching and rolling of the small boats they were using to get to the beaches from larger ships offshore, and learned upon landing that their arrival was later than expected, and often far from its intended destination. Ted Lombarski, a sergeant in the 16th's F Company, recalled, " We were the first wave to hit the beach, Companies E and F of the 16th Infantry. Almost all the tanks that had gone in before us were sunk. The tank crews had a rough time, and so did the navy personnel who drove us in. … As we went in, we knew that the air force had dropped their bombs too far inland and that the navy shelling had done likewise. The first wave went through hell that day." As they approached Omaha Beach, the men of the 16th Infantry Regiment were met with a wall of enemy fire. The bullets and shrapnel made the ocean appear to be boiling, according to an oral history of the regiment. The landing craft didn't go as far toward the shore as the soldiers had hoped, Capt. Everett Booth recalled, "They didn't get us very close to the beach, I'll tell you. … We ran off into water about chest high. We were met with machine-gun bullets hitting all over the water. … The enemy was riddling the beach with machine-gun fire." And Lombarski recounted, "Being in that first wave was like committing suicide. If you exposed yourself, you were dead." Burdened with weapons, ammunition, equipment and heavy packs, many soldiers were overcome by the sea and drowned. Those who made it to the beach found themselves up against the Wounded members of the 16th Infantry Regiment wait for evacuation from the beach on D-Day. (National Archives) Heavy casualties Despite the heavy losses and powerful German defense, as the day wore on it became clear that the 16th Infantry Regiment had secured a foothold on Omaha Beach. The soldiers fought through concrete and wooden obstacles the Nazis had placed on the beach, destroyed machine-gun emplacements and cleared enemy troops from key locations one by one. There was no shortage of heroes that day — there were almost too many to count. Two of the four Congressional Medals of Honor awarded for actions on June 6 went to men of the 16th. At the beginning of the morning, 1st Lt. Jimmie Montieth exposed himself to enemy fire numerous times, including leading tanks through a minefield. He led his troops off the beach, organizing the various companies to hold the enemy positions gained by the 16th. Just hours later, he was killed in a German counterattack. Technician 5th Class John Pinder Jr., though wounded multiple times, made several trips into the fire-riddled surf to collect communications equipment. He helped establish radio contact with his commanders offshore before succumbing to his wounds. They were among the nearly 1,000 casualties of the 16th Infantry killed, wounded or missing on D-Day. Despite these heavy losses — roughly one-third of the unit's troops — the regiment's relentless assault began to break through the German defenses, allowing the follow-up forces to push farther and farther inland. Victory was not guaranteed, but it was at hand. Their courage and sacrifice were honored in a July 2, 1944, ceremony at a chateau 15 miles inland from the beach. The regiment had earned a Presidential Unit Citation for its role in the invasion. During the presentation, Allied commander Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower told the regiment, "I'm not going to make a long speech, but this simple little ceremony gives me an opportunity to come over here and, through you, say thanks. You are one of the finest regiments in our army. I know your record from the day you landed in North Africa and through Sicily. I am beginning to think that your regiment is a sort of Praetorian Guard, which goes along with me and gives me luck." In Other News Junior enlisted pay bump to cost as much as two new aircraft carriers A plan to boost young troops' pay by an extra 15% next year will cost more than $24 billion over the next five years, officials said. Patton's Prayer: Discussing the famed general with author Alex Kershaw Kershaw spoke about his newest book, how faith and ego intertwined that winter in 1944, and how the Battle of the Bulge became an American triumph. 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How the 16th Infantry Regiment’s heroism helped bring victory on D-Day. Among the many Allied military units storming the Normandy coast on June 6, 1944, was the 16th Infantry Regiment of the U.S. Army's 1st Infantry Division. Its members faced a particularly daunting task: As part of the first wave of the largest amphibious assault in history, the regiment was assigned to clear the Omaha Beach landing sectors code-named "Easy Red" and "Fox Green." This was no ordinary assault. Omaha would become the most deadly of the five D-Day landing beaches, as the U.S., U.K. and Allied nations attacked Nazi-occupied France in World War II. The liberation of Europe hung in the balance. As the regiment's members sat down to a steak dinner the night before the invasion, they no doubt thought about the legacy of their unit. As a military and oral historian, I researched this particular regiment's service in Vietnam and became fascinated by its earlier history as well. The 16th Infantry had fought in the Indian Wars, chased Mexican revolutionary leader Pancho Villa, fought in the Battle of San Juan Hill that made Theodore Roosevelt a national hero, and saluted Revolutionary War commander Marquis de Lafayette at his tomb in Paris as the U.S. entered World War I. By D-Day, the regiment had already participated in the World War II invasions of North Africa and Italy in 1942 and 1943. The regiment was so well thought of by the American public that when author F. Scott Fitzgerald created his infamous antihero Jay Gatsby in 1925′s "The Great Gatsby," the title character was described as a veteran of the 16th Infantry. That steak dinner the night before D-Day, recalled Charles Hangsterfer, then a captain in the 16th Regiment, was " just like they would give a convicted murderer his last meal on the evening of his execution." A dangerous attack The invasion plan had called for heavy bombardment from warships and airplanes to weaken the German defenses, and for amphibious tanks — which could travel through shallow water and on land — to support the infantry as they hit the beaches. But as dawn broke on June 6, 1944, bad weather intervened. Low clouds meant the bombardments largely missed their targets. Rough seas — swells between 3 and 6 feet, and 25 mph winds — swamped most of the tanks. The troops themselves were seasick from the pitching and rolling of the small boats they were using to get to the beaches from larger ships offshore, and learned upon landing that their arrival was later than expected, and often far from its intended destination. Ted Lombarski, a sergeant in the 16th's F Company, recalled, " We were the first wave to hit the beach, Companies E and F of the 16th Infantry. Almost all the tanks that had gone in before us were sunk. The tank crews had a rough time, and so did the navy personnel who drove us in. … As we went in, we knew that the air force had dropped their bombs too far inland and that the navy shelling had done likewise. The first wave went through hell that day." As they approached Omaha Beach, the men of the 16th Infantry Regiment were met with a wall of enemy fire. The bullets and shrapnel made the ocean appear to be boiling, according to an oral history of the regiment. The landing craft didn't go as far toward the shore as the soldiers had hoped, Capt. Everett Booth recalled, "They didn't get us very close to the beach, I'll tell you. … We ran off into water about chest high. We were met with machine-gun bullets hitting all over the water. … The enemy was riddling the beach with machine-gun fire." And Lombarski recounted, "Being in that first wave was like committing suicide. If you exposed yourself, you were dead." Burdened with weapons, ammunition, equipment and heavy packs, many soldiers were overcome by the sea and drowned. Those who made it to the beach found themselves up against the Wounded members of the 16th Infantry Regiment wait for evacuation from the beach on D-Day. (National Archives) Heavy casualties Despite the heavy losses and powerful German defense, as the day wore on it became clear that the 16th Infantry Regiment had secured a foothold on Omaha Beach. The soldiers fought through concrete and wooden obstacles the Nazis had placed on the beach, destroyed machine-gun emplacements and cleared enemy troops from key locations one by one. There was no shortage of heroes that day — there were almost too many to count. Two of the four Congressional Medals of Honor awarded for actions on June 6 went to men of the 16th. At the beginning of the morning, 1st Lt. Jimmie Montieth exposed himself to enemy fire numerous times, including leading tanks through a minefield. He led his troops off the beach, organizing the various companies to hold the enemy positions gained by the 16th. Just hours later, he was killed in a German counterattack. Technician 5th Class John Pinder Jr., though wounded multiple times, made several trips into the fire-riddled surf to collect communications equipment. He helped establish radio contact with his commanders offshore before succumbing to his wounds. They were among the nearly 1,000 casualties of the 16th Infantry killed, wounded or missing on D-Day. Despite these heavy losses — roughly one-third of the unit's troops — the regiment's relentless assault began to break through the German defenses, allowing the follow-up forces to push farther and farther inland. Victory was not guaranteed, but it was at hand. Their courage and sacrifice were honored in a July 2, 1944, ceremony at a chateau 15 miles inland from the beach. The regiment had earned a Presidential Unit Citation for its role in the invasion. During the presentation, Allied commander Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower told the regiment, "I'm not going to make a long speech, but this simple little ceremony gives me an opportunity to come over here and, through you, say thanks. You are one of the finest regiments in our army. I know your record from the day you landed in North Africa and through Sicily. I am beginning to think that your regiment is a sort of Praetorian Guard, which goes along with me and gives me luck." In Other News Junior enlisted pay bump to cost as much as two new aircraft carriers A plan to boost young troops' pay by an extra 15% next year will cost more than $24 billion over the next five years, officials said. Patton's Prayer: Discussing the famed general with author Alex Kershaw Kershaw spoke about his newest book, how faith and ego intertwined that winter in 1944, and how the Battle of the Bulge became an American triumph. Military spouses can recoup up to $1,000 in business costs after moves Spouses in most military branches can now apply for reimbursement of business costs related to PCS moves. Senators take up defense bill work this week, but out of public view Defense and veterans hearings for the week of June 10, 2024. Vets group recruiting poll workers says next few months are 'critical'

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ASVAB tutor scams target military prospects, Air Force recruiters say

Last summer, Air Force Tech Sgt. Tameka Paschal-Vassell's phone rang with an unusual problem. Hoping to join the military, the young woman on the line said, she'd been paying a recruiter to tutor her ahead of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, or ASVAB — the entry-level test that helps determine a person's job prospects and qualifications. The purported recruiter's name, "Arionna Simone," didn't sound familiar. But the face was all too recognizable: it was Paschal-Vassell, in a photo pulled from her Facebook account. She was stunned. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TSgt Paschal-Vassell (@usaf_glendaleca) "I was like, 'We don't charge for ASVAB tutoring. No recruiter's supposed to be taking any money whatsoever, for any reason, from an applicant,'" Paschal-Vassell recalled. "And [the prospective recruit] was like, 'Oh, no.'" The call was Paschal-Vassell's introduction to a burgeoning world of scammers preying on would-be military recruits, many of them teenagers, by appropriating the identities of real military recruiters. In the Air Force, an internal force protection system allows recruiters to report incidents of fraud and identity theft, but officials worry that many incidents still go unreported and unaddressed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TSgt Paschal-Vassell (@usaf_glendaleca) Recruiters with the largest social media reach and following tend to be top targets for scammers. Amid historic military recruiting challenges compounded by a dearth of willing volunteers, some recruiters worry that these bad actors will keep needed recruits from joining the ranks. For Paschal-Vassell, the first confusing call from a prospect who'd been scammed was quickly followed by more — to date, she said, she's fielded about 20 calls at her Glendale, Calif., office from would-be recruits all over the country wondering how they can collect on a range of military preparatory services they've paid for. As she investigated, using screenshots and links provided by the victims, she found most had been contacted by a scammer through an apparently legitimate Facebook page: The ASVAB Advantage Study Group, with more than 23,000 members. Scam accounts, including one who used both Paschal-Vassell's profile photo and her last name, reached out to prospects to hawk services costing anywhere from $90 to upwards of $400, ranging from ASVAB tutoring to a special shuttle to a military entrance processing station (MEPS) for a physical evaluation. Air Force Times reviewed screenshots of CashApp refund requests showing some prospects shelled out hundreds of dollars for those services. Often, Paschal-Vassell would get a call after those services failed to materialize and military hopefuls went looking for answers. She said she has evidence of at least five fraud victims who were scammed out of money through the use of her name or face on social media. One, she said, paid over $1,000 for services that included a shuttle to MEPS, a hotel stay and a "concierge swearing-in experience." "They paid the money, and then the shuttle never came," she said. Master Sgt. Leo Knight-Inglesby found he had a natural flair for social media recruiting. During his recent recruiting stint in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, his Instagram page, Air Force Adventure, rapidly accumulated more than 6,000 followers who loved his video reels and inspirational messages. All the exposure, though, left him particularly vulnerable to impersonators. Knight-Inglesby said he's had irate prospective applicants track down his wife's social media account to berate her after finding out they've been scammed by an account using his face and name. Even today, having completed his tour as a recruiter and returned to his previous work as a munition systems technician, Knight-Inglesby said he still finds clone accounts that he has to report to Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. Beyond the personal toll of having to police scammers and occasionally having angry victims come after his family, Knight-Inglesby worries the threat will keep recruiters off of social media, where the young Americans they most want to hire spend much of their time. He also fears the fraudsters will tarnish the image of military recruiting at a time when the institution needs to shore up trust. "To put it into an applicant's perspective, we lose so much trust in a climate right now when our recruiters are struggling to build trust with their communities [and] … foster relationships with the common populace," he said. "It's doing so much damage when they're like, 'I don't know if I'm talking to a real person.'" While the problem of recruiting scams may not affect the Air Force alone, the service does have system for addressing them. The service uses an online platform, known as "RICKY," that allows recruiters to report fraud and impersonation incidents, said Master Sgt. Chris Balderas, the service's superintendent for anti-terrorism and force projection at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. While the recruiters who spoke with Air Force Times argue instances of social media-based fraud are surging, Balderas said they tend to come in waves, and can total around two dozen or more per year. Those reports come to Balderas' office and are flagged to local leadership. They're also distributed to Air Force Office of Special Investigation detachments as well as Air Force Northern, the service's branch within U.S. Northern Command. The FBI also provides recruiters with a special portal for flagging fraudulent links and pages, Balderas said. What happens after the reports are made is less clear. Balderas said he doesn't get information on how the FBI follows up with specific reports, and while recruiters are also encouraged to notify local law enforcement of fraud, he isn't made aware of cases that are prosecuted. Balderas and the recruiters said reporting fraud to social media platforms can lead to phony pages being closed down, but it's all too easy for scammers to start new ones. "We're a three-man office trying to tell 1,300-plus [recruiters] to report these incidents," Balderas said. "And to be completely transparent with you, I think there's probably more out there that aren't reported." Balderas wants to spread the word to recruiters to report anything that doesn't look right. "There's no bad report," he said. "If you think it's suspicious, if you think it's a problem, report it." He's also trying to better inform the community of prospective recruits about the way military recruiters operate, and what they won't do during the recruiting process. In a list he drafted, titled "10 ways you know you are working with a legit recruiter," he listed some foundational operating principles — not all of which are well-known. For example, according to the list, a recruiter will never ask for personal photos, use high-pressure sales tactics, or demand an application fee in the recruiting process. They should always be able to provide official government credentials and be able to communicate through official channels, like.mil email addresses, even if they use personal social media accounts as well. Knight-Inglesby added that any prospects unsure if they're dealing with a real recruiter can use the service's "Aim High" mobile app, created in 2020, to request to be linked up with a legitimate local recruiter. He feels the service can improve at spreading information to recruiters and prospects about the threat. But he also fears that a crackdown on recruiters' social media use could hamstring their ability to connect with the people they need to reach. "There are many people out there … who are willing to, in the most vile ways possible, get information or money from you," he said. "But to remove that ability for our recruiters and all service components to use social media, I think that would be a horrible decision." 10 ways to know you're talking to a real Air Force recruiter Here's Master Sgt. Chris Balderas' list of what to look for in a recruiter — and red flags of potential fraud. No application fees or costs: A legitimate Air Force recruiter will never ask you for money. There are no fees associated with joining the Air Force, including application fees. If someone asks for payment, it's a scam. Government vehicles for transportation: If a recruiter offers you a ride, it will always be in a government vehicle with government plates. This is typically for transportation to and from the office or a processing station. Personal or unmarked vehicles are not used. Professionalism and respect: Real recruiters maintain a high level of professionalism. They should treat you with respect, provide clear and accurate information, and follow proper military protocols. Any unprofessional behavior is a red flag. No requests for personal photos: A true Air Force recruiter will never ask you for personal photos. Any request for such images, especially ones that are not related to official documentation, is inappropriate and suspicious. Identification and credentials: Recruiters should always be able to provide official identification and credentials. This includes a military ID card and any other official documentation that verifies their role as a recruiter. Official communication channels: Communication from legitimate recruiters will come through official channels, such as government email addresses (ending in.mil) and phone numbers. Be wary of communication through unofficial means like personal email accounts or social media. No pressure tactics: While recruiters are there to provide information and encourage enlistment, they should not use high-pressure sales tactics. Joining the Air Force is a significant decision, and legitimate recruiters understand the importance of making an informed choice. Thorough information and transparency: A real recruiter will provide comprehensive information about the enlistment process, benefits, commitments and any other aspects of Air Force life. They should be transparent and willing to answer all your questions. Official meeting places: Meetings with Air Force recruiters typically occur in official settings, such as recruitment offices or military facilities, but they should always be in uniform when meeting for an appointment. Follow-up and ongoing support: Real recruiters will follow up with you throughout the enlistment process and provide ongoing support. They should be available to help you with paperwork, answer questions and guide you through each step. How the Osprey crash response reinforced the power of partnerships Outgoing Air Force Special Operations Command boss Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind reflects on the international response in the wake of November's Osprey crash. Are you a naval aviator? We want to hear from you Navy Times wants to hear from Navy aviators about what's going on in their community. Retired admiral pleads not guilty in federal bribery case Retired Adm. Robert Burke was indicted last month.

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ASVAB tutor scams target military prospects, Air Force recruiters say. Last summer, Air Force Tech Sgt. Tameka Paschal-Vassell's phone rang with an unusual problem. Hoping to join the military, the young woman on the line said, she'd been paying a recruiter to tutor her ahead of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, or ASVAB — the entry-level test that helps determine a person's job prospects and qualifications. The purported recruiter's name, "Arionna Simone," didn't sound familiar. But the face was all too recognizable: it was Paschal-Vassell, in a photo pulled from her Facebook account. She was stunned. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TSgt Paschal-Vassell (@usaf_glendaleca) "I was like, 'We don't charge for ASVAB tutoring. No recruiter's supposed to be taking any money whatsoever, for any reason, from an applicant,'" Paschal-Vassell recalled. "And [the prospective recruit] was like, 'Oh, no.'" The call was Paschal-Vassell's introduction to a burgeoning world of scammers preying on would-be military recruits, many of them teenagers, by appropriating the identities of real military recruiters. In the Air Force, an internal force protection system allows recruiters to report incidents of fraud and identity theft, but officials worry that many incidents still go unreported and unaddressed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TSgt Paschal-Vassell (@usaf_glendaleca) Recruiters with the largest social media reach and following tend to be top targets for scammers. Amid historic military recruiting challenges compounded by a dearth of willing volunteers, some recruiters worry that these bad actors will keep needed recruits from joining the ranks. For Paschal-Vassell, the first confusing call from a prospect who'd been scammed was quickly followed by more — to date, she said, she's fielded about 20 calls at her Glendale, Calif., office from would-be recruits all over the country wondering how they can collect on a range of military preparatory services they've paid for. As she investigated, using screenshots and links provided by the victims, she found most had been contacted by a scammer through an apparently legitimate Facebook page: The ASVAB Advantage Study Group, with more than 23,000 members. Scam accounts, including one who used both Paschal-Vassell's profile photo and her last name, reached out to prospects to hawk services costing anywhere from $90 to upwards of $400, ranging from ASVAB tutoring to a special shuttle to a military entrance processing station (MEPS) for a physical evaluation. Air Force Times reviewed screenshots of CashApp refund requests showing some prospects shelled out hundreds of dollars for those services. Often, Paschal-Vassell would get a call after those services failed to materialize and military hopefuls went looking for answers. She said she has evidence of at least five fraud victims who were scammed out of money through the use of her name or face on social media. One, she said, paid over $1,000 for services that included a shuttle to MEPS, a hotel stay and a "concierge swearing-in experience." "They paid the money, and then the shuttle never came," she said. Master Sgt. Leo Knight-Inglesby found he had a natural flair for social media recruiting. During his recent recruiting stint in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, his Instagram page, Air Force Adventure, rapidly accumulated more than 6,000 followers who loved his video reels and inspirational messages. All the exposure, though, left him particularly vulnerable to impersonators. Knight-Inglesby said he's had irate prospective applicants track down his wife's social media account to berate her after finding out they've been scammed by an account using his face and name. Even today, having completed his tour as a recruiter and returned to his previous work as a munition systems technician, Knight-Inglesby said he still finds clone accounts that he has to report to Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. Beyond the personal toll of having to police scammers and occasionally having angry victims come after his family, Knight-Inglesby worries the threat will keep recruiters off of social media, where the young Americans they most want to hire spend much of their time. He also fears the fraudsters will tarnish the image of military recruiting at a time when the institution needs to shore up trust. "To put it into an applicant's perspective, we lose so much trust in a climate right now when our recruiters are struggling to build trust with their communities [and] … foster relationships with the common populace," he said. "It's doing so much damage when they're like, 'I don't know if I'm talking to a real person.'" While the problem of recruiting scams may not affect the Air Force alone, the service does have system for addressing them. The service uses an online platform, known as "RICKY," that allows recruiters to report fraud and impersonation incidents, said Master Sgt. Chris Balderas, the service's superintendent for anti-terrorism and force projection at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. While the recruiters who spoke with Air Force Times argue instances of social media-based fraud are surging, Balderas said they tend to come in waves, and can total around two dozen or more per year. Those reports come to Balderas' office and are flagged to local leadership. They're also distributed to Air Force Office of Special Investigation detachments as well as Air Force Northern, the service's branch within U.S. Northern Command. The FBI also provides recruiters with a special portal for flagging fraudulent links and pages, Balderas said. What happens after the reports are made is less clear. Balderas said he doesn't get information on how the FBI follows up with specific reports, and while recruiters are also encouraged to notify local law enforcement of fraud, he isn't made aware of cases that are prosecuted. Balderas and the recruiters said reporting fraud to social media platforms can lead to phony pages being closed down, but it's all too easy for scammers to start new ones. "We're a three-man office trying to tell 1,300-plus [recruiters] to report these incidents," Balderas said. "And to be completely transparent with you, I think there's probably more out there that aren't reported." Balderas wants to spread the word to recruiters to report anything that doesn't look right. "There's no bad report," he said. "If you think it's suspicious, if you think it's a problem, report it." He's also trying to better inform the community of prospective recruits about the way military recruiters operate, and what they won't do during the recruiting process. In a list he drafted, titled "10 ways you know you are working with a legit recruiter," he listed some foundational operating principles — not all of which are well-known. For example, according to the list, a recruiter will never ask for personal photos, use high-pressure sales tactics, or demand an application fee in the recruiting process. They should always be able to provide official government credentials and be able to communicate through official channels, like.mil email addresses, even if they use personal social media accounts as well. Knight-Inglesby added that any prospects unsure if they're dealing with a real recruiter can use the service's "Aim High" mobile app, created in 2020, to request to be linked up with a legitimate local recruiter. He feels the service can improve at spreading information to recruiters and prospects about the threat. But he also fears that a crackdown on recruiters' social media use could hamstring their ability to connect with the people they need to reach. "There are many people out there … who are willing to, in the most vile ways possible, get information or money from you," he said. "But to remove that ability for our recruiters and all service components to use social media, I think that would be a horrible decision." 10 ways to know you're talking to a real Air Force recruiter Here's Master Sgt. Chris Balderas' list of what to look for in a recruiter — and red flags of potential fraud. No application fees or costs: A legitimate Air Force recruiter will never ask you for money. There are no fees associated with joining the Air Force, including application fees. If someone asks for payment, it's a scam. Government vehicles for transportation: If a recruiter offers you a ride, it will always be in a government vehicle with government plates. This is typically for transportation to and from the office or a processing station. Personal or unmarked vehicles are not used. Professionalism and respect: Real recruiters maintain a high level of professionalism. They should treat you with respect, provide clear and accurate information, and follow proper military protocols. Any unprofessional behavior is a red flag. No requests for personal photos: A true Air Force recruiter will never ask you for personal photos. Any request for such images, especially ones that are not related to official documentation, is inappropriate and suspicious. Identification and credentials: Recruiters should always be able to provide official identification and credentials. This includes a military ID card and any other official documentation that verifies their role as a recruiter. Official communication channels: Communication from legitimate recruiters will come through official channels, such as government email addresses (ending in.mil) and phone numbers. Be wary of communication through unofficial means like personal email accounts or social media. No pressure tactics: While recruiters are there to provide information and encourage enlistment, they should not use high-pressure sales tactics. Joining the Air Force is a significant decision, and legitimate recruiters understand the importance of making an informed choice. Thorough information and transparency: A real recruiter will provide comprehensive information about the enlistment process, benefits, commitments and any other aspects of Air Force life. They should be transparent and willing to answer all your questions. 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Nathan's Famous Independence Day hot dog contest set for NYC — minus its usual muncher

NEW YORK (AP) — The annual Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest will see a slate of competitive eaters wolf down as many franks as they can in New York City on Thursday — but this year, the event’s biggest star will be chowing down 1,900 miles (3,000 km) away. Joey “Jaws” Chestnut, who won 16 out of the previous 17 contests, isn't attending the competition over a sponsorship tiff . Instead, he'll compete against soldiers at a U.S. Army base in El Paso later in the day. That leaves the traditional Brooklyn event wide open for a new winner, with eaters from around the world competing on America's Independence Day to see how many hot dogs they can eat in 10 minutes. Thousands of fans flock each year to the event held outside the original Nathan’s location in Brooklyn's Coney Island, a beachfront destination with amusement parks and a carnivalesque summer culture. ESPN will broadcast the contest live, kicking off with the women’s division at 11 a.m. ET, while the men’s will begin at approximately 12:20 p.m. Competitors are coming from over a dozen states and five continents, with prospects from Brazil, Japan, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Australia and the Czech Republic vying for the coveted title and $10,000 prize money. “There's going to be a new champion,” Australian James Webb, who holds a world record for eating 70 doughnuts in eight minutes, said at a preview event in New York on Wednesday. Last year Chestnut , of Indiana, chewed his way to the title by downing 62 dogs and buns in 10 minutes. The record, which he set in 2021, is 76. Ahead of the event, ESPN said it would focus on two Americans with dedicated camera shots: Massachusetts high school teacher Geoffrey Esper, in the men’s division, and Florida dental hygiene student Miki Sudo, in the women’s. Esper came second last year with 49 dogs and buns, though his personal best is 51. Sudo won her ninth title in 2023 with 39 1/2, but her best is 48 1/2, the women's world record. “I'm going to be pushing myself,” Sudo said Wednesday. Her rival Mayoi Ebihara, from Japan, said through a translator that she would eat until she passes out, with a goal of downing 50 hot dogs. Chestnut was initially disinvited from the event over a sponsorship deal with Impossible Foods, a company that specializes in plant-based meat substitutes. Major League Eating, which organizes the Nathan’s Famous contest, has since said it walked back the ban, but Chestnut decided to spend the holiday with the troops anyway. Chestnut said he wouldn’t return to the Coney Island contest without an apology. The event at the Fort Bliss army base in El Paso, scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. ET, will use traditional franks, with Chestnut attempting to out-eat four soldiers in five minutes. Even though he won't be eating their vegan products, Impossible Foods is promoting Chestnut's YouTube livestream of the exhibition by flying airplanes with banners over Los Angeles and Miami. The company will also donate to an organization supporting military families based on the number of hot dogs eaten at the event, a spokesperson said.

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Nathan's Famous Independence Day hot dog contest set for NYC — minus its usual muncher. NEW YORK (AP) — The annual Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest will see a slate of competitive eaters wolf down as many franks as they can in New York City on Thursday — but this year, the event’s biggest star will be chowing down 1,900 miles (3,000 km) away. Joey “Jaws” Chestnut, who won 16 out of the previous 17 contests, isn't attending the competition over a sponsorship tiff . Instead, he'll compete against soldiers at a U.S. Army base in El Paso later in the day. That leaves the traditional Brooklyn event wide open for a new winner, with eaters from around the world competing on America's Independence Day to see how many hot dogs they can eat in 10 minutes. Thousands of fans flock each year to the event held outside the original Nathan’s location in Brooklyn's Coney Island, a beachfront destination with amusement parks and a carnivalesque summer culture. ESPN will broadcast the contest live, kicking off with the women’s division at 11 a.m. ET, while the men’s will begin at approximately 12:20 p.m. Competitors are coming from over a dozen states and five continents, with prospects from Brazil, Japan, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Australia and the Czech Republic vying for the coveted title and $10,000 prize money. “There's going to be a new champion,” Australian James Webb, who holds a world record for eating 70 doughnuts in eight minutes, said at a preview event in New York on Wednesday. Last year Chestnut , of Indiana, chewed his way to the title by downing 62 dogs and buns in 10 minutes. The record, which he set in 2021, is 76. Ahead of the event, ESPN said it would focus on two Americans with dedicated camera shots: Massachusetts high school teacher Geoffrey Esper, in the men’s division, and Florida dental hygiene student Miki Sudo, in the women’s. Esper came second last year with 49 dogs and buns, though his personal best is 51. Sudo won her ninth title in 2023 with 39 1/2, but her best is 48 1/2, the women's world record. “I'm going to be pushing myself,” Sudo said Wednesday. Her rival Mayoi Ebihara, from Japan, said through a translator that she would eat until she passes out, with a goal of downing 50 hot dogs. Chestnut was initially disinvited from the event over a sponsorship deal with Impossible Foods, a company that specializes in plant-based meat substitutes. Major League Eating, which organizes the Nathan’s Famous contest, has since said it walked back the ban, but Chestnut decided to spend the holiday with the troops anyway. Chestnut said he wouldn’t return to the Coney Island contest without an apology. The event at the Fort Bliss army base in El Paso, scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. ET, will use traditional franks, with Chestnut attempting to out-eat four soldiers in five minutes. Even though he won't be eating their vegan products, Impossible Foods is promoting Chestnut's YouTube livestream of the exhibition by flying airplanes with banners over Los Angeles and Miami. The company will also donate to an organization supporting military families based on the number of hot dogs eaten at the event, a spokesperson said.

'We just want to exist': Ukrainian-Canadians mark second anniversary of war

Hundreds gathered in downtown Vancouver Saturday to mark a grim anniversary – two years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. People draped themselves with the blue and yellow Ukrainian flag, prayed and held signs stating: "The war is not over. Ukraine is still fighting for its freedom." On Feb. 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, seeking to take control of it, despite the country being independent since 1991 when the Soviet Union dissolved. 'My soul is in Ukraine' It was an emotional day for many as they grieved the loss of family and friends. Oksana Gurska solemnly held a book of poetry dedicated to her partner, a Ukrainian soldier who has been sentenced to 25 years in a Russian prison. "I can't get any information about my best friend," she said. "It's very difficult to stay in Canada because my body is here, but my soul is in Ukraine." Like Gurska, Olena Lysenka is from Kyiv and came to Canada shortly after the war began. She told CTV News she's hopeful the country will prevail despite the fighting entering its third year. "I hope we can win this war and return to Ukraine," Lysenka said. 'The war is not over' Adrian Petriw, a co-founder of the Ukrainian Canadian Advocacy Group, said marking the anniversary brought a mix of emotions. "We're angry that this is still where we are," he said. "The war is not over. Combat is intense right now, people are losing loved ones, so this is something that we're living with every single day." Petriw said he's heard from many Ukrainian-Canadians who feel a sense of anxiety regarding international support – both financially and politically. "There's a fear, a very real fear that people – non-Ukrainians – just want to move on," he said. "We just want to exist. Ukrainians just want a free nation. That's what we're here for. That's what we're fighting for." PM commits additional funding On Saturday, Prime Minister Trudeau visited Kyiv, announcing around $3 billion in funding, including $320 million in new military spending. Petriw commended the PM's announcement. "We're grateful that in Canada, support for Ukraine isn't and shouldn't be a political issue," he said. "That it's unanimous." In the U.S., some members of Congress have been preventing Caribbean officials search for two Americans on yacht allegedly hijacked by escaped prisoners Thinking about getting a vehicle with all-wheel drive? Here's what to know More than half of all new vehicles on the road come with all-wheel drive, and while the added protection may not compensate for a lack of good tires, it does help. U.S. and British strikes on Houthi sites in Yemen answer militants' surge in Red Sea attacks on ships The U.S. and Britain struck more than a dozen Houthi targets in Yemen on Saturday, answering a recent surge in attacks by the Iran-backed militia group on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Trump says his criminal indictments boosted his appeal to Black voters Former U.S. president Donald Trump claimed Friday that his four criminal indictments have boosted his support among Black Americans because they see him as a victim of discrimination, comparing his legal jeopardy to the historic legacy of anti-Black prejudice in the U.S. legal system.

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'We just want to exist': Ukrainian-Canadians mark second anniversary of war. Hundreds gathered in downtown Vancouver Saturday to mark a grim anniversary – two years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. People draped themselves with the blue and yellow Ukrainian flag, prayed and held signs stating: "The war is not over. Ukraine is still fighting for its freedom." On Feb. 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, seeking to take control of it, despite the country being independent since 1991 when the Soviet Union dissolved. 'My soul is in Ukraine' It was an emotional day for many as they grieved the loss of family and friends. Oksana Gurska solemnly held a book of poetry dedicated to her partner, a Ukrainian soldier who has been sentenced to 25 years in a Russian prison. "I can't get any information about my best friend," she said. "It's very difficult to stay in Canada because my body is here, but my soul is in Ukraine." Like Gurska, Olena Lysenka is from Kyiv and came to Canada shortly after the war began. She told CTV News she's hopeful the country will prevail despite the fighting entering its third year. "I hope we can win this war and return to Ukraine," Lysenka said. 'The war is not over' Adrian Petriw, a co-founder of the Ukrainian Canadian Advocacy Group, said marking the anniversary brought a mix of emotions. "We're angry that this is still where we are," he said. "The war is not over. Combat is intense right now, people are losing loved ones, so this is something that we're living with every single day." Petriw said he's heard from many Ukrainian-Canadians who feel a sense of anxiety regarding international support – both financially and politically. "There's a fear, a very real fear that people – non-Ukrainians – just want to move on," he said. "We just want to exist. Ukrainians just want a free nation. That's what we're here for. That's what we're fighting for." PM commits additional funding On Saturday, Prime Minister Trudeau visited Kyiv, announcing around $3 billion in funding, including $320 million in new military spending. Petriw commended the PM's announcement. "We're grateful that in Canada, support for Ukraine isn't and shouldn't be a political issue," he said. "That it's unanimous." In the U.S., some members of Congress have been preventing Caribbean officials search for two Americans on yacht allegedly hijacked by escaped prisoners Thinking about getting a vehicle with all-wheel drive? Here's what to know More than half of all new vehicles on the road come with all-wheel drive, and while the added protection may not compensate for a lack of good tires, it does help. U.S. and British strikes on Houthi sites in Yemen answer militants' surge in Red Sea attacks on ships The U.S. and Britain struck more than a dozen Houthi targets in Yemen on Saturday, answering a recent surge in attacks by the Iran-backed militia group on ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Trump says his criminal indictments boosted his appeal to Black voters Former U.S. president Donald Trump claimed Friday that his four criminal indictments have boosted his support among Black Americans because they see him as a victim of discrimination, comparing his legal jeopardy to the historic legacy of anti-Black prejudice in the U.S. legal system.

Moose Jaw Warriors win first WHL championship in 40-year franchise history

The Moose Jaw Warriors clinched the Western Hockey League title with a 4-2 victory over the Portland Winterhawks Wednesday to complete the series sweep in front of a sold-out home crowd. Posted: May 16, 2024 9:17 AM EDT | Last Updated: 6 hours ago The Moose Jaw Warriors secured their first-ever WHL championship after beating the Portland Winterhawks 4-2 on Wednesday. (Noemie Rondeau/ Radio-Canada) Social Sharing The Moose Jaw Warriors made history on Wednesday night by winning the team's first-ever Western Hockey League championship. The Saskatchewan team clinched the WHL title with a 4-2 victory over the Portland Winterhawks to complete the series sweep in front of a sold-out home crowd. Warriors captain Denton Mateychuk was named WHL playoff MVP after leading all defencemen in scoring, with 30 points. Celebrating a WHL championship with his teammates is an unbelievable experience, he said. "It's super special to win with all the brothers that I have in that room — you know, I got 25 of them," Mateychuk said after Game 4. "We're so excited." WATCH | Moose Jaw Warriors fans out in full force to support team in WHL championship: Duration 1:05 Moose Jaw Warriors fans were showing off their team pride in advance of Game 4 of the WHL championship series Wednesday. The Warriors went on to win the game and the series with a 4-2 victory. Jackson Unger made 24 saves in game four to help the Warriors secure their first Ed Chynoweth Cup. The goalie said he's never experienced anything like winning four straight games in the WHL final. "This is so special. This has got to be the best moment of my hockey career by far, even my life," Unger said. "This feeling is incomparable." Moose Jaw Warriors come home with 2-0 series lead in WHL Championship Series Moose Jaw had only made it to the WHL championship series once in their 40-year history prior to this season. The Warriors were swept by the Vancouver Giants in 2006. Moose Jaw forward Atley Calvert, who grew up going to Warriors games with his family, said it means a lot to be part of the team that finally won a championship for his hometown. "To do it in my hometown in front of these amazing people that I grew up with, it's something truly special that I can't describe," Calvert said. Chills.<br><br>The moment the <a href=" were crowned WHL Champions for the very first time!<a href=" | <a href=" <a href=" &mdash; @TheWHL Throughout the championship run, Warriors' players have credited the fans in Moose Jaw for giving them a boost. Zeb Smith said he's been a Moose Jaw Warriors' fan since he was born in 1995. His grandfather had season tickets, and Smith now tries to make it to every home game with his dad and brother. Watching the Warriors win their first WHL championship was emotional, said Smith. "I could get emotional right now just talking about it," he said on Thursday. "It's everything for this community — especially for my family. We love the Warriors. This city loves the Warriors. It's a very special thing for all of us." Smith said the Warriors are a representation of the city of Moose Jaw. "Not being afraid to get down and get dirty, that's what Moose Jaw is," Smith said. "We go to work and we work, but we also play hard." Jason Edwards has had Warriors season tickets for 20 years. Watching this group of players succeed has been awesome, he said. "They grew every game. This is the best team in Warriors history," Edwards said. "It's been huge for our community and there's been great support from our community." Gerry Meili, 78, has been a Warriors season ticket holder for nearly 30 years. He believes this championship run will create a new generation of life-long fans. "Even in the last two games, how many young people were in the rink, it's unbelievable," Meili said. "To bring your kid and pay $40 for a seat, they know that's important. I think that's going to really resonate with the kids." It's all smiles for the newly crowned WHL Champions!<a href=" | <a href=" | <a href=" <a href=" &mdash; @TheWHL Now the Warriors have the chance to make more history. Moose Jaw booked their ticket to Saginaw, Mich., for the Memorial Cup by winning the WHL championship. The Warriors will be competing against the Drummondville Voltigeurs, who won the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League championship, the London Knights, who won the Ontario Hockey League, and the Saginaw Spirit, who are hosting the tournament. The Warriors kick off their tournament campaign against the Spirit on May 24, in the opening game of the Memorial Cup.

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Moose Jaw Warriors win first WHL championship in 40-year franchise history. The Moose Jaw Warriors clinched the Western Hockey League title with a 4-2 victory over the Portland Winterhawks Wednesday to complete the series sweep in front of a sold-out home crowd. Posted: May 16, 2024 9:17 AM EDT | Last Updated: 6 hours ago The Moose Jaw Warriors secured their first-ever WHL championship after beating the Portland Winterhawks 4-2 on Wednesday. (Noemie Rondeau/ Radio-Canada) Social Sharing The Moose Jaw Warriors made history on Wednesday night by winning the team's first-ever Western Hockey League championship. The Saskatchewan team clinched the WHL title with a 4-2 victory over the Portland Winterhawks to complete the series sweep in front of a sold-out home crowd. Warriors captain Denton Mateychuk was named WHL playoff MVP after leading all defencemen in scoring, with 30 points. Celebrating a WHL championship with his teammates is an unbelievable experience, he said. "It's super special to win with all the brothers that I have in that room — you know, I got 25 of them," Mateychuk said after Game 4. "We're so excited." WATCH | Moose Jaw Warriors fans out in full force to support team in WHL championship: Duration 1:05 Moose Jaw Warriors fans were showing off their team pride in advance of Game 4 of the WHL championship series Wednesday. The Warriors went on to win the game and the series with a 4-2 victory. Jackson Unger made 24 saves in game four to help the Warriors secure their first Ed Chynoweth Cup. The goalie said he's never experienced anything like winning four straight games in the WHL final. "This is so special. This has got to be the best moment of my hockey career by far, even my life," Unger said. "This feeling is incomparable." Moose Jaw Warriors come home with 2-0 series lead in WHL Championship Series Moose Jaw had only made it to the WHL championship series once in their 40-year history prior to this season. The Warriors were swept by the Vancouver Giants in 2006. Moose Jaw forward Atley Calvert, who grew up going to Warriors games with his family, said it means a lot to be part of the team that finally won a championship for his hometown. "To do it in my hometown in front of these amazing people that I grew up with, it's something truly special that I can't describe," Calvert said. Chills.<br><br>The moment the <a href=" were crowned WHL Champions for the very first time!<a href=" | <a href=" <a href=" &mdash; @TheWHL Throughout the championship run, Warriors' players have credited the fans in Moose Jaw for giving them a boost. Zeb Smith said he's been a Moose Jaw Warriors' fan since he was born in 1995. His grandfather had season tickets, and Smith now tries to make it to every home game with his dad and brother. Watching the Warriors win their first WHL championship was emotional, said Smith. "I could get emotional right now just talking about it," he said on Thursday. "It's everything for this community — especially for my family. We love the Warriors. This city loves the Warriors. It's a very special thing for all of us." Smith said the Warriors are a representation of the city of Moose Jaw. "Not being afraid to get down and get dirty, that's what Moose Jaw is," Smith said. "We go to work and we work, but we also play hard." Jason Edwards has had Warriors season tickets for 20 years. Watching this group of players succeed has been awesome, he said. "They grew every game. This is the best team in Warriors history," Edwards said. "It's been huge for our community and there's been great support from our community." Gerry Meili, 78, has been a Warriors season ticket holder for nearly 30 years. He believes this championship run will create a new generation of life-long fans. "Even in the last two games, how many young people were in the rink, it's unbelievable," Meili said. "To bring your kid and pay $40 for a seat, they know that's important. I think that's going to really resonate with the kids." It's all smiles for the newly crowned WHL Champions!<a href=" | <a href=" | <a href=" <a href=" &mdash; @TheWHL Now the Warriors have the chance to make more history. Moose Jaw booked their ticket to Saginaw, Mich., for the Memorial Cup by winning the WHL championship. The Warriors will be competing against the Drummondville Voltigeurs, who won the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League championship, the London Knights, who won the Ontario Hockey League, and the Saginaw Spirit, who are hosting the tournament. The Warriors kick off their tournament campaign against the Spirit on May 24, in the opening game of the Memorial Cup.

Labour far ahead of Tories in election donations

According to the elections watchdog, Labour raised nearly £4.4m between 6-12 June, way ahead of the Conservatives on £292,500. It considerably widens the gap between the parties in the first week of the official campaign, which stood at just under £352,000. Latest Electoral Commission filings also confirm former Neighbours actor Holly Valance donated £50,000 to Nigel Farage's Reform UK. The Australia-born former pop star, who sprang to fame in Britain with her 2002 hit Kiss Kiss and now lives in the UK, attended the press conference earlier this month where Mr Farage announced he would be standing as a candidate in the Essex seat of Clacton. The figures mean the Conservatives raised £889,000 in the first two weeks of the official campaign, which began when Parliament was shut down on 30 May. This is significantly down on the more than £8.6m the party raised in the first two weeks of the campaign in the The £292,500 it raised in the latest reporting period was less than the £335,000 posted by the Liberal Democrats. It was also less than Reform UK, which raised £742,000, thanks largely to £500,000 donated by former leader Richard Tice through his company Britain Means Business Limited. It stands in stark contrast to the £5.3m raised by Labour so far, including £926,908 during the first week of the campaign. The Green Party posted a single £20,000 donation during the period. The Scottish National Party (SNP), which raised £127,998 in the first week of the campaign, did not post any donations above the £11,180 declaration threshold. The nearly £4.4m posted by Labour in the second week came largely from a huge £2.5m donation from former supermarket boss Lord David Sainsbury. Other big Labour donations included £900,000 from Gary Lubner, the boss of Autoglass, who gave millions to the party last year, and £700,000 from hedge fund manager Martin Taylor. The latest figures are further evidence of the party's pivot towards wealthy individuals and companies in its funding model under Sir Keir. It claimed the £13m it raised last year amounted to its "best fundraising year ever" - although it lagged far behind the £48m raised by the Conservatives in 2023.

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Labour far ahead of Tories in election donations. According to the elections watchdog, Labour raised nearly £4.4m between 6-12 June, way ahead of the Conservatives on £292,500. It considerably widens the gap between the parties in the first week of the official campaign, which stood at just under £352,000. Latest Electoral Commission filings also confirm former Neighbours actor Holly Valance donated £50,000 to Nigel Farage's Reform UK. The Australia-born former pop star, who sprang to fame in Britain with her 2002 hit Kiss Kiss and now lives in the UK, attended the press conference earlier this month where Mr Farage announced he would be standing as a candidate in the Essex seat of Clacton. The figures mean the Conservatives raised £889,000 in the first two weeks of the official campaign, which began when Parliament was shut down on 30 May. This is significantly down on the more than £8.6m the party raised in the first two weeks of the campaign in the The £292,500 it raised in the latest reporting period was less than the £335,000 posted by the Liberal Democrats. It was also less than Reform UK, which raised £742,000, thanks largely to £500,000 donated by former leader Richard Tice through his company Britain Means Business Limited. It stands in stark contrast to the £5.3m raised by Labour so far, including £926,908 during the first week of the campaign. The Green Party posted a single £20,000 donation during the period. The Scottish National Party (SNP), which raised £127,998 in the first week of the campaign, did not post any donations above the £11,180 declaration threshold. The nearly £4.4m posted by Labour in the second week came largely from a huge £2.5m donation from former supermarket boss Lord David Sainsbury. Other big Labour donations included £900,000 from Gary Lubner, the boss of Autoglass, who gave millions to the party last year, and £700,000 from hedge fund manager Martin Taylor. The latest figures are further evidence of the party's pivot towards wealthy individuals and companies in its funding model under Sir Keir. It claimed the £13m it raised last year amounted to its "best fundraising year ever" - although it lagged far behind the £48m raised by the Conservatives in 2023.

Taiwan urges citizens to avoid travel to China, Hong Kong and Macao following Beijing threats

Taiwan has urged its citizens to avoid travel to China and the semi-autonomous Chinese territories of Hong Kong and Macao following threats from Beijing to execute supporters of the self-governing island democracy's independence TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Taiwan has urged its citizens to avoid travel to China and the semi-autonomous Chinese territories of Hong Kong and Macao following threats from Beijing to execute supporters of the self-governing island democracy's independence. Spokesperson and deputy head of the Mainland Affairs Council Liang Wen-chieh issued the advisory at a news conference Thursday. That came amid growing threats from China, which claims Taiwan as its own territory to be annexed by force if necessary. China's threat to hunt down and execute "hardcore" Taiwan independence supporters follows the election of Lai Ching-te of the pro-independence Democratic Progressive Party as president. China has refused all contact with Taiwan's government since the election in 2016 of former president Tsai Ing-wen of the DPP, who refused to endorse Beijing's demand that Taiwan recognizes itself as a part of China, seen as a prelude to political unification between the sides. "In response to the new guidelines related to the so-called 'secession crime,' the government has the responsibility to remind citizens that there are genuine risks involved" in such visits, Liang said. The government is not banning visits, but those that do travel should not express political opinions or carry books or post online about topics that the authoritarian Communist Party would use to detain and potentially prosecute them. Hundreds of thousands of Taiwanese live in China or travel their for business, tourism or family visits each year. China has also hosted visits by local Taiwanese officials and leaders of the opposition Nationalist Party, which backs eventual unification between the sides. The sides operate direct flights and mainland Chinese are permitted to visit, although Beijing has severely restricted tourism to the island as a means of bringing economic pressure on the government in addition to its threatening military exercises and the daily deployment of warships and military planes around the island.

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Taiwan urges citizens to avoid travel to China, Hong Kong and Macao following Beijing threats. Taiwan has urged its citizens to avoid travel to China and the semi-autonomous Chinese territories of Hong Kong and Macao following threats from Beijing to execute supporters of the self-governing island democracy's independence TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Taiwan has urged its citizens to avoid travel to China and the semi-autonomous Chinese territories of Hong Kong and Macao following threats from Beijing to execute supporters of the self-governing island democracy's independence. Spokesperson and deputy head of the Mainland Affairs Council Liang Wen-chieh issued the advisory at a news conference Thursday. That came amid growing threats from China, which claims Taiwan as its own territory to be annexed by force if necessary. China's threat to hunt down and execute "hardcore" Taiwan independence supporters follows the election of Lai Ching-te of the pro-independence Democratic Progressive Party as president. China has refused all contact with Taiwan's government since the election in 2016 of former president Tsai Ing-wen of the DPP, who refused to endorse Beijing's demand that Taiwan recognizes itself as a part of China, seen as a prelude to political unification between the sides. "In response to the new guidelines related to the so-called 'secession crime,' the government has the responsibility to remind citizens that there are genuine risks involved" in such visits, Liang said. The government is not banning visits, but those that do travel should not express political opinions or carry books or post online about topics that the authoritarian Communist Party would use to detain and potentially prosecute them. Hundreds of thousands of Taiwanese live in China or travel their for business, tourism or family visits each year. China has also hosted visits by local Taiwanese officials and leaders of the opposition Nationalist Party, which backs eventual unification between the sides. The sides operate direct flights and mainland Chinese are permitted to visit, although Beijing has severely restricted tourism to the island as a means of bringing economic pressure on the government in addition to its threatening military exercises and the daily deployment of warships and military planes around the island.

Optimism is just what the doctor ordered. But what if I’m already too negative?

Prince Bhojwani sits on Charlies Bunion mountain along the Appalachian Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee on April 17, 2022. (Nita Bhojwani via AP) Prince Bhojwani never thought of himself as a negative person, until three trips to the hospital in one month forced him to reconsider. Before May 2018, he was a healthy but chronically worried start-up founder who regularly did 20-mile (32-kilometre) bike rides. When he suddenly became barely able to walk, with blurry vision and spiking blood pressure, emergency room doctors suspected a stroke, but couldn't pinpoint the cause of his illness. A close friend, however — "one of the most optimistic people I know," he said — pointed out Bhojwani often lacked faith that things would work out, and suggested that had pushed him to burn out. "I started looking at the world very differently, literally the next day," said Bhojwani, who lives in New York City. He started meditating and taking a moment every morning to feel grateful to be alive. He also found purpose by co-founding a nonprofit, Asana Voices, a South Asian advocacy organization. In the years since, he hasn't had any similar health crises, despite working longer hours. He credits his newfound positive outlook. "After there was a life-changing event, it kind of forced me to become optimistic," he said. "I can't even imagine living life the way I did back then." Optimism in itself is hardly a cure-all, but numerous studies over the decades have demonstrated a link between a positive outlook and good health outcomes. A longer, healthier life? Experts say a standard for measuring someone's relative optimism has long been the 10-question Life Orientation Test-Revised, published in 1994. (Sample question: On a scale of one to five, respondents are asked how strongly they agree with the statement, "In uncertain times, I usually expect the best"?) Generally, optimism is defined as the "expectation that good things will happen, or believing the future will be favorable because we can control important outcomes," said Hayami Koga, a postdoctoral research fellow at the Harvard Center for Population and Development Studies. Download the CTV News App for breaking news alerts and video on all the top stories She was the lead author on a 2022 study that found optimism associated with longer life spans and a greater chance of living past 90. In another study, published in May in JAMA Psychiatry, she and other researchers said optimists generally maintained better physical functioning as they aged. They looked at 5,930 postmenopausal women over a six-year period. "We know that more optimistic people are more likely to live a healthier life, with healthier habits, eating healthier, having more exercise," Koga said. Can I learn to be an optimist? Some people are born more optimistic but it can definitely be learned, too, said Sue Varma, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at New York University and author of "Practical Optimism: The Art, Science, and Practice of Exceptional Well-Being." Optimism training, she said, can improve life satisfaction and lessen anxiety. "Even if you were not born with this natural disposition to anticipate favorable outcomes and see the glass as half full, there are skills that you can learn," Varma said. Begin by noticing how you deal with uncertainty, she said. Do you tend to worry? Assume the worst? Try to reframe the thought in an objective manner. "Is there a silver lining? Is this a problem to be solved or a truth to be accepted?" said Varma, noting that her book builds upon the work of Martin Seligman, one of the fathers of positive psychology. Try to envision the best possible outcome and a step-by-step path to get there. Varma asks her clients to describe the path in detail until the problem is resolved, and encourages them to bask in their success. "Then you are already approaching your day and your life as if things have worked out," she said. "And you tend to be more proactive, more positive, more resilient, more buoyant in the face of obstacles." Finding a sense of purpose also can help. Volunteering would be beneficial, but for those who can't find the time, Varma suggested trying to remake your role at work to align better with your interests. That could be as simple as a very social person organizing outings with co-workers. Download the CTV News App for breaking news alerts and video on all the top stories Trying to master a skill, whether a sport, a musical instrument, a language or a hobby such as knitting or chess can help prevent you from ruminating on negative possibilities. At least 94 Palestinians are killed in heavy fighting in Gaza area around hostage rescue Israel on Saturday rescued four hostages who were kidnapped in the Hamas-led attack on Oct. 7, the largest such recovery operation since the war began. At least 94 Palestinians including children were killed as heavy fighting continued around the sites in central Gaza, the Health Ministry said. Kate, Princess of Wales, apologizes for missing Irish Guards final rehearsal before king's parade Kate, the Princess of Wales, apologized for missing Saturday's final rehearsal before the Trooping the Color parade in honor of the king's birthday. Tessa Virtue and Morgan Rielly were ordered to stop painting their Toronto home. Here is why. Newfoundland is being sieged by heavy fog, and travellers are paying the price 'I actually sent it to my son': Social media post about fake AI cameras in Winnipeg goes viral Joshua Tarnue's family is hoping they'll finally find out the reason why he was murdered in 2023. Rishi Sunak's D-Day departure is just the latest in a long line of gaffes in U.K. election campaigns Celine Dion says she's broken ribs and struggled to sing with rare stiff person syndrome Canadian businessman Frank Stronach charged in sexual assault investigation Cliff divers ready to plunge 90 feet from a Boston art museum in sport's marquee event An 11-year-old Ottawa girl wants to change the rules around backyard chickens Roaming peahen spends 3 days in B.C. pub after befriending neighbourhood family

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Optimism is just what the doctor ordered. But what if I’m already too negative?. Prince Bhojwani sits on Charlies Bunion mountain along the Appalachian Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee on April 17, 2022. (Nita Bhojwani via AP) Prince Bhojwani never thought of himself as a negative person, until three trips to the hospital in one month forced him to reconsider. Before May 2018, he was a healthy but chronically worried start-up founder who regularly did 20-mile (32-kilometre) bike rides. When he suddenly became barely able to walk, with blurry vision and spiking blood pressure, emergency room doctors suspected a stroke, but couldn't pinpoint the cause of his illness. A close friend, however — "one of the most optimistic people I know," he said — pointed out Bhojwani often lacked faith that things would work out, and suggested that had pushed him to burn out. "I started looking at the world very differently, literally the next day," said Bhojwani, who lives in New York City. He started meditating and taking a moment every morning to feel grateful to be alive. He also found purpose by co-founding a nonprofit, Asana Voices, a South Asian advocacy organization. In the years since, he hasn't had any similar health crises, despite working longer hours. He credits his newfound positive outlook. "After there was a life-changing event, it kind of forced me to become optimistic," he said. "I can't even imagine living life the way I did back then." Optimism in itself is hardly a cure-all, but numerous studies over the decades have demonstrated a link between a positive outlook and good health outcomes. A longer, healthier life? Experts say a standard for measuring someone's relative optimism has long been the 10-question Life Orientation Test-Revised, published in 1994. (Sample question: On a scale of one to five, respondents are asked how strongly they agree with the statement, "In uncertain times, I usually expect the best"?) Generally, optimism is defined as the "expectation that good things will happen, or believing the future will be favorable because we can control important outcomes," said Hayami Koga, a postdoctoral research fellow at the Harvard Center for Population and Development Studies. Download the CTV News App for breaking news alerts and video on all the top stories She was the lead author on a 2022 study that found optimism associated with longer life spans and a greater chance of living past 90. In another study, published in May in JAMA Psychiatry, she and other researchers said optimists generally maintained better physical functioning as they aged. They looked at 5,930 postmenopausal women over a six-year period. "We know that more optimistic people are more likely to live a healthier life, with healthier habits, eating healthier, having more exercise," Koga said. Can I learn to be an optimist? Some people are born more optimistic but it can definitely be learned, too, said Sue Varma, clinical assistant professor of psychiatry at New York University and author of "Practical Optimism: The Art, Science, and Practice of Exceptional Well-Being." Optimism training, she said, can improve life satisfaction and lessen anxiety. "Even if you were not born with this natural disposition to anticipate favorable outcomes and see the glass as half full, there are skills that you can learn," Varma said. Begin by noticing how you deal with uncertainty, she said. Do you tend to worry? Assume the worst? Try to reframe the thought in an objective manner. "Is there a silver lining? Is this a problem to be solved or a truth to be accepted?" said Varma, noting that her book builds upon the work of Martin Seligman, one of the fathers of positive psychology. Try to envision the best possible outcome and a step-by-step path to get there. Varma asks her clients to describe the path in detail until the problem is resolved, and encourages them to bask in their success. "Then you are already approaching your day and your life as if things have worked out," she said. "And you tend to be more proactive, more positive, more resilient, more buoyant in the face of obstacles." Finding a sense of purpose also can help. Volunteering would be beneficial, but for those who can't find the time, Varma suggested trying to remake your role at work to align better with your interests. That could be as simple as a very social person organizing outings with co-workers. Download the CTV News App for breaking news alerts and video on all the top stories Trying to master a skill, whether a sport, a musical instrument, a language or a hobby such as knitting or chess can help prevent you from ruminating on negative possibilities. At least 94 Palestinians are killed in heavy fighting in Gaza area around hostage rescue Israel on Saturday rescued four hostages who were kidnapped in the Hamas-led attack on Oct. 7, the largest such recovery operation since the war began. At least 94 Palestinians including children were killed as heavy fighting continued around the sites in central Gaza, the Health Ministry said. Kate, Princess of Wales, apologizes for missing Irish Guards final rehearsal before king's parade Kate, the Princess of Wales, apologized for missing Saturday's final rehearsal before the Trooping the Color parade in honor of the king's birthday. Tessa Virtue and Morgan Rielly were ordered to stop painting their Toronto home. Here is why. Newfoundland is being sieged by heavy fog, and travellers are paying the price 'I actually sent it to my son': Social media post about fake AI cameras in Winnipeg goes viral Joshua Tarnue's family is hoping they'll finally find out the reason why he was murdered in 2023. Rishi Sunak's D-Day departure is just the latest in a long line of gaffes in U.K. election campaigns Celine Dion says she's broken ribs and struggled to sing with rare stiff person syndrome Canadian businessman Frank Stronach charged in sexual assault investigation Cliff divers ready to plunge 90 feet from a Boston art museum in sport's marquee event An 11-year-old Ottawa girl wants to change the rules around backyard chickens Roaming peahen spends 3 days in B.C. pub after befriending neighbourhood family

Paramount and Skydance inch closer to a merger as key hurdle looms, sources say

and Skydance Media are making progress on a deal that would merge the media companies and buy out controlling shareholder Shari Redstone, according to people familiar with the matter. Paramount Global's special committee, in charge of accepting or rejecting transactions, and David Ellison's Skydance Media, backed by private equity firms KKR and RedBird Capital Partners, are narrowing in on how to value Skydance's assets as part of a merger, as well as how much equity to add to the company as part of a recapitalization, the people told CNBC. The sides are close to agreeing on a value for Skydance, said the people, who asked not to be named because the discussions are private. The entertainment company would be valued at around $5 billion and merged with Paramount Global, they said. Skydance CEO Ellison and the private equity firms plan to raise roughly $4.5 billion to $5 billion in new equity, the people said; some of that — about $2 billion — would be used to pay Redstone, and another substantial portion would be used to pay down debt. The buyers would ideally like to get a deal done in May, said the people. Three of the people said that Paramount Global was slow to provide data during due diligence to the Skydance consortium, which has slightly pushed back the timeline on a deal. The exclusivity window on merger talks ends May 3, but the Skydance consortium wants to extend it by two weeks, said the people. Skydance plans to name Ellison as CEO of Paramount Global and former NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell as president, said two of the people. Current Paramount CEO Bob Bakish would depart the company, the people said. Separately, private equity firm Apollo Global Management and Sony have held preliminary discussions about teaming up for a deal that would buy out all Paramount Global shareholders at a premium, according to people familiar with the matter. The special committee hasn't received concrete details on that offer and isn't viewing it as a competitive bid to Skydance's interest, two of the people said. Still, the committee had more details on an initial offer made by Apollo, which it chose to ignore in favor of exclusive talks with Skydance, one of the people said. The special committee favored Skydance's offer over Apollo's in part because it offered shareholders future upside by keeping the company public with a cleaner balance sheet, the person said. Spokespeople for Apollo, the Paramount Global special committee, Paramount Global, and Skydance's consortium declined to comment. One significant hurdle that remains is Paramount Global's renewal agreement with Charter Communications for CBS and its cable networks. That deal is relevant to the value of Paramount Global, which could take a hit if Charter drops the networks or agrees to a lower carriage rate, the people said. The deadline for that agreement is April 30. Paramount Global reports first-quarter earnings one day earlier, on April 29. Paramount Global is still dependent on its traditional TV business, which accounts for about two-thirds of the company's total revenue. There are signs Charter could prove to be a tough negotiator with Paramount Global: Last year the cable provider, the second-largest in the U.S., briefly stopped carrying Disney's networks when renewal negotiations between those two companies faltered. The parties reached a deal 10 days later. Paramount's cable networks are far less popular than Disney's ESPN, which may put Bakish in a position of weakness. The timing of the renewal and the deal talks set up an awkward dynamic, where Bakish, who would ultimately leave the company under a Skydance merger, will control Paramount Global's fate with Charter. Thus far, Bakish has always reached renewal deals with the major pay-TV distributors since taking over as CEO, dating back to his time running Viacom, beginning in 2016. Bakish has privately argued against the Skydance deal because it dilutes common shareholders, according to people familiar with the matter. Several Paramount Global investors have also publicly written letters to the company's board urging directors not to move forward with a Skydance deal, arguing it gives Redstone a massive premium for her controlling shares while leaving common shareholders out in the cold. Under the terms of the deal, nearly 50% of the company would be owned by Skydance and its private equity partners, CNBC reported April 5. The rest of the company would be owned by common shareholders, and the company would continue to trade publicly. "At Paramount, we're always looking for ways to create shareholder value. And to be clear, that's for all shareholders," Bakish said

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Paramount and Skydance inch closer to a merger as key hurdle looms, sources say. and Skydance Media are making progress on a deal that would merge the media companies and buy out controlling shareholder Shari Redstone, according to people familiar with the matter. Paramount Global's special committee, in charge of accepting or rejecting transactions, and David Ellison's Skydance Media, backed by private equity firms KKR and RedBird Capital Partners, are narrowing in on how to value Skydance's assets as part of a merger, as well as how much equity to add to the company as part of a recapitalization, the people told CNBC. The sides are close to agreeing on a value for Skydance, said the people, who asked not to be named because the discussions are private. The entertainment company would be valued at around $5 billion and merged with Paramount Global, they said. Skydance CEO Ellison and the private equity firms plan to raise roughly $4.5 billion to $5 billion in new equity, the people said; some of that — about $2 billion — would be used to pay Redstone, and another substantial portion would be used to pay down debt. The buyers would ideally like to get a deal done in May, said the people. Three of the people said that Paramount Global was slow to provide data during due diligence to the Skydance consortium, which has slightly pushed back the timeline on a deal. The exclusivity window on merger talks ends May 3, but the Skydance consortium wants to extend it by two weeks, said the people. Skydance plans to name Ellison as CEO of Paramount Global and former NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell as president, said two of the people. Current Paramount CEO Bob Bakish would depart the company, the people said. Separately, private equity firm Apollo Global Management and Sony have held preliminary discussions about teaming up for a deal that would buy out all Paramount Global shareholders at a premium, according to people familiar with the matter. The special committee hasn't received concrete details on that offer and isn't viewing it as a competitive bid to Skydance's interest, two of the people said. Still, the committee had more details on an initial offer made by Apollo, which it chose to ignore in favor of exclusive talks with Skydance, one of the people said. The special committee favored Skydance's offer over Apollo's in part because it offered shareholders future upside by keeping the company public with a cleaner balance sheet, the person said. Spokespeople for Apollo, the Paramount Global special committee, Paramount Global, and Skydance's consortium declined to comment. One significant hurdle that remains is Paramount Global's renewal agreement with Charter Communications for CBS and its cable networks. That deal is relevant to the value of Paramount Global, which could take a hit if Charter drops the networks or agrees to a lower carriage rate, the people said. The deadline for that agreement is April 30. Paramount Global reports first-quarter earnings one day earlier, on April 29. Paramount Global is still dependent on its traditional TV business, which accounts for about two-thirds of the company's total revenue. There are signs Charter could prove to be a tough negotiator with Paramount Global: Last year the cable provider, the second-largest in the U.S., briefly stopped carrying Disney's networks when renewal negotiations between those two companies faltered. The parties reached a deal 10 days later. Paramount's cable networks are far less popular than Disney's ESPN, which may put Bakish in a position of weakness. The timing of the renewal and the deal talks set up an awkward dynamic, where Bakish, who would ultimately leave the company under a Skydance merger, will control Paramount Global's fate with Charter. Thus far, Bakish has always reached renewal deals with the major pay-TV distributors since taking over as CEO, dating back to his time running Viacom, beginning in 2016. Bakish has privately argued against the Skydance deal because it dilutes common shareholders, according to people familiar with the matter. Several Paramount Global investors have also publicly written letters to the company's board urging directors not to move forward with a Skydance deal, arguing it gives Redstone a massive premium for her controlling shares while leaving common shareholders out in the cold. Under the terms of the deal, nearly 50% of the company would be owned by Skydance and its private equity partners, CNBC reported April 5. The rest of the company would be owned by common shareholders, and the company would continue to trade publicly. "At Paramount, we're always looking for ways to create shareholder value. And to be clear, that's for all shareholders," Bakish said

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz honored at Gordon Parks Foundation gala

Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz were honored by the Gordon Parks Foundation at a gala in New York on Tuesday. Before the awards ceremony, Keys reflected on how she and Beatz, who wed in 2010, have influenced each other over their 14-year marriage. "Since the minute we met, it was like - there's a way that each of us have our own way of creating. And we both constantly just by being, inspire each other. I love this man. I love all of his brilliance. And it's beautiful to have that kind of reciprocity," Keys said. Besides Beatz and Keys, other honorees included Colin Kaepernick, the late Richard Roundtree, and Myrlie Evers-Williams. Celebrity guests and presenters included Usher, Gayle King, Tim Reid, and Ben Stiller. The Gordon Parks Foundation Award recognizes individuals with a deep appreciation of the arts and their impact on inspiring the next generation. Gordon Parks is considered one of the greatest photographers of the twentieth century, known for depicting race relations, poverty, and civil rights. In 1969, he became the first Black person to write and direct a major feature film, "The Learning Tree," and later directed the classic '70s film "Shaft." Parks was also a music composer, author, and activist.

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Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz honored at Gordon Parks Foundation gala. Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz were honored by the Gordon Parks Foundation at a gala in New York on Tuesday. Before the awards ceremony, Keys reflected on how she and Beatz, who wed in 2010, have influenced each other over their 14-year marriage. "Since the minute we met, it was like - there's a way that each of us have our own way of creating. And we both constantly just by being, inspire each other. I love this man. I love all of his brilliance. And it's beautiful to have that kind of reciprocity," Keys said. Besides Beatz and Keys, other honorees included Colin Kaepernick, the late Richard Roundtree, and Myrlie Evers-Williams. Celebrity guests and presenters included Usher, Gayle King, Tim Reid, and Ben Stiller. The Gordon Parks Foundation Award recognizes individuals with a deep appreciation of the arts and their impact on inspiring the next generation. Gordon Parks is considered one of the greatest photographers of the twentieth century, known for depicting race relations, poverty, and civil rights. In 1969, he became the first Black person to write and direct a major feature film, "The Learning Tree," and later directed the classic '70s film "Shaft." Parks was also a music composer, author, and activist.

Why NASA astronauts are delayed at the space station after Boeing Starliner launch

In this photo provided by NASA, Boeing Crew Flight Test astronauts Butch Wilmore, left, and Suni Williams pose for a portrait inside the vestibule between the forward port on the International Space Station's Harmony module and Boeing's Starliner spacecraft on June 13, 2024. (NASA via AP) When two veteran NASA astronauts blasted off on a test drive of Boeing's new capsule, they expected to head home from the International Space Station in a week or so. It's now three weeks and counting for Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams as NASA and Boeing troubleshoot equipment problems that popped up on the way there. Three potential landing dates were called off and their flight home is now on hold. This week, Boeing said the Starliner capsule's problems aren't a concern for the return trip and "the astronauts are not stranded." The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App The long-delayed test flight is the first with astronauts aboard. Boeing will eventually join SpaceX in ferrying crews to and from the space station for NASA. A look at what's behind the extended stay: Why was the Starliner return trip postponed? NASA wants more time to analyze problems in the spacecraft's propulsion system, which is used to maneuver in flight. The propulsion system is attached to the capsule, but it doesn't come back to Earth for inspection. It is ditched during reentry and burns up. "We're just taking a little more extra time to review all the data and also learn as much as we can while we have this service module in orbit," Steve Stich, NASA's commercial crew program manager, said at a news conference last week before the latest postponement. The space agency also said it didn't want the departure to conflict with spacewalks. This week's spacewalk was called off after water leaked from an astronaut's spacesuit while she was still inside the orbiting lab. Tuesday's spacewalk was still on the schedule. What are the problems being investigated? Five of the capsule's 28 thrusters went down during docking, as the capsule closed in on the space station. All but one thruster was restarted, and they worked during a later test firing, NASA said. Officials suspect that heat from all the thruster action at docking caused the shutdown. The one faulty thruster has been turned off and is not an issue for the return trip, Boeing said. The capsule launched June 5 with one small helium leak, but four more leaks sprung up by the time it reached the space station. Helium is used to pressurize fuel for the thrusters, and a faulty rubber seal was suspected in the initial leak. Officials say there's an ample supply of helium, and Boeing says the leaks are stable and not a concern. "So far, we don't see any scenario where Starliner is not going to be able to bring Butch and Suni home," Stich said last week. What's next? Boeing and NASA say they'll consider landing dates once the spacewalks are over. The capsule can remain at the space station for 45 days or longer if needed, Boeing said. In the meantime, mission managers continue to analyze the thruster trouble and helium leaks so they can resolve the problems before the next flight. Wilmore and Williams have been pitching in with chores and research at the space station, along with their duties checking out systems on the Boeing capsule. NASA said there is no rush for them to leave, and there are plenty of supplies for the pair and the seven residents at the space station. He flipped off a trooper and got charged. Now Vermont is on the hook for US$175,000 Mother wants answers after 5-year-old dropped off at wrong bus stop Amaya Medina was excited for her first day riding the school bus to summer school, but a phone call after classes were over sent the girl's mother into a panic. 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Why NASA astronauts are delayed at the space station after Boeing Starliner launch. In this photo provided by NASA, Boeing Crew Flight Test astronauts Butch Wilmore, left, and Suni Williams pose for a portrait inside the vestibule between the forward port on the International Space Station's Harmony module and Boeing's Starliner spacecraft on June 13, 2024. (NASA via AP) When two veteran NASA astronauts blasted off on a test drive of Boeing's new capsule, they expected to head home from the International Space Station in a week or so. It's now three weeks and counting for Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams as NASA and Boeing troubleshoot equipment problems that popped up on the way there. Three potential landing dates were called off and their flight home is now on hold. This week, Boeing said the Starliner capsule's problems aren't a concern for the return trip and "the astronauts are not stranded." The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App The long-delayed test flight is the first with astronauts aboard. Boeing will eventually join SpaceX in ferrying crews to and from the space station for NASA. A look at what's behind the extended stay: Why was the Starliner return trip postponed? NASA wants more time to analyze problems in the spacecraft's propulsion system, which is used to maneuver in flight. The propulsion system is attached to the capsule, but it doesn't come back to Earth for inspection. It is ditched during reentry and burns up. "We're just taking a little more extra time to review all the data and also learn as much as we can while we have this service module in orbit," Steve Stich, NASA's commercial crew program manager, said at a news conference last week before the latest postponement. The space agency also said it didn't want the departure to conflict with spacewalks. This week's spacewalk was called off after water leaked from an astronaut's spacesuit while she was still inside the orbiting lab. Tuesday's spacewalk was still on the schedule. What are the problems being investigated? Five of the capsule's 28 thrusters went down during docking, as the capsule closed in on the space station. All but one thruster was restarted, and they worked during a later test firing, NASA said. Officials suspect that heat from all the thruster action at docking caused the shutdown. The one faulty thruster has been turned off and is not an issue for the return trip, Boeing said. The capsule launched June 5 with one small helium leak, but four more leaks sprung up by the time it reached the space station. Helium is used to pressurize fuel for the thrusters, and a faulty rubber seal was suspected in the initial leak. Officials say there's an ample supply of helium, and Boeing says the leaks are stable and not a concern. "So far, we don't see any scenario where Starliner is not going to be able to bring Butch and Suni home," Stich said last week. What's next? Boeing and NASA say they'll consider landing dates once the spacewalks are over. The capsule can remain at the space station for 45 days or longer if needed, Boeing said. In the meantime, mission managers continue to analyze the thruster trouble and helium leaks so they can resolve the problems before the next flight. Wilmore and Williams have been pitching in with chores and research at the space station, along with their duties checking out systems on the Boeing capsule. NASA said there is no rush for them to leave, and there are plenty of supplies for the pair and the seven residents at the space station. He flipped off a trooper and got charged. Now Vermont is on the hook for US$175,000 Mother wants answers after 5-year-old dropped off at wrong bus stop Amaya Medina was excited for her first day riding the school bus to summer school, but a phone call after classes were over sent the girl's mother into a panic. Kenya's president says he won't sign a finance bill that led protesters to storm the parliament Kenya's president said on Wednesday he won't sign into law a finance bill proposing new taxes that prompted thousands of protesters to storm the parliament the previous day, leaving several people killed as police opened fire. It was the biggest assault on Kenya's government in decades. France bans extreme-right and radical Islamic groups ahead of polarizing elections France's government on Wednesday ordered the dissolution of multiple extreme right and radical Muslim groups, four days before the first round of high-stakes legislative elections that may see a surge in support for political extremes. Former Honduran president sentenced for helping traffickers get tons of cocaine into U.S. IRS delays in resolving identity theft cases are 'unconscionable,' an independent watchdog says 'We need to regroup,' says Liberal minister and Ontario campaign co-chair in light of byelection loss What you should know about the tick-borne disease anaplasmosis Pre-med students can't take MCAT in Quebec because of Bill 96 Canada is a force in AI research. So why can't we commercialize it? Ottawa Train Yards placed in receivership over owner's unpaid $39 million loan Canada's youngest athlete at the Paris 2024 Olympics could be a 14-year-old skateboarder Police identify Jane Station fatal stabbing victim, release descriptions of 2 wanted persons 'Disturbing incident': Toronto police identify suspect who allegedly concealed dead body in Riverside apartment One of Ottawa's largest shopping centres has been placed in receivership over an outstanding $39 million loan by the owner of the property. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice appointed Grant Thornton Limited as receiver and manager of the assets of Ottawa Train Yards on Industrial Avenue. Man facing charges for allegedly threatening Ottawa Coun. Plante, police say RCMP Musical Ride kicks off in Ottawa Thursday Residents of Montreal's Motel Saint-Jacques have been given a week and a half to leave following a major police raid Thursday. Montreal police say for years, the hotel was a hotbed for sex work, drugs and violence. 'Worrying rumours' of planned 'non-consensual sexual acts' at after-prom party prompts Quebec police investigation Police south of Montreal are investigating, and a school centre has asked parents not to allow their children to attend an after-prom party, after 'worrying rumours that unsavoury events were be planned by certain individuals related to drugs and non-consensual sexual acts.' 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Sudan’s RSF claims it has captured a key city in the southeast

Paramilitary forces battling Sudan's army for more than a year say they have captured a key state capital in the war-torn country's southeast. "We have liberated the 17th Infantry Division from Singa [the capital of Sennar state]," the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on X on Saturday. end of list Al Jazeera's Hiba Morgan, reporting from the capital Khartoum, said the RSF is gaining control of an increasing number of territories across Sudan, especially in eastern and western parts of the country's south. "They already control a large portion of the Darfur region, with the exception of el-Fasher, which is the only remaining city under the army's and allied groups' control," she said. Morgan said the Sudanese army does not dispute the RSF's statement that it has taken control of the 17th Infantry Division. "However, they say their forces are still present in the city and they are still fighting," she said. "What we can definitely confirm is civilians have witnessed clashes and many of them have started leaving the city since yesterday [Saturday] and more people are leaving the city this [Sunday] morning." Millions displaced Sudan has been gripped by war since April 2023, when fighting erupted between forces loyal to army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the RSF led by his former deputy Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. The conflict in the country of 48 million has killed tens of thousands, displaced millions and triggered one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. The latest RSF breakthrough means they are closing in on Port Sudan on the Red Sea, where the army, government and the United Nations agencies are now based. The RSF controls most of the capital Khartoum, Gezira state in the centre of the country, the vast western region of Darfur and much of Kordofan to the south. Sennar state is already home to more than one million displaced Sudanese. It connects central Sudan to the army-controlled southeast. Posts on social media showed thousands of people fleeing in vehicles and on foot, and witnesses told the AFP news agency that "thousands of people have taken refuge" on the east bank of the Blue Nile river east of Singa. RSF forces are also besieging and seeking to capture the town of el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state, the agency said. On Thursday, a global hunger monitor said nearly 26 million people are facing high levels of "

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Sudan’s RSF claims it has captured a key city in the southeast. Paramilitary forces battling Sudan's army for more than a year say they have captured a key state capital in the war-torn country's southeast. "We have liberated the 17th Infantry Division from Singa [the capital of Sennar state]," the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on X on Saturday. end of list Al Jazeera's Hiba Morgan, reporting from the capital Khartoum, said the RSF is gaining control of an increasing number of territories across Sudan, especially in eastern and western parts of the country's south. "They already control a large portion of the Darfur region, with the exception of el-Fasher, which is the only remaining city under the army's and allied groups' control," she said. Morgan said the Sudanese army does not dispute the RSF's statement that it has taken control of the 17th Infantry Division. "However, they say their forces are still present in the city and they are still fighting," she said. "What we can definitely confirm is civilians have witnessed clashes and many of them have started leaving the city since yesterday [Saturday] and more people are leaving the city this [Sunday] morning." Millions displaced Sudan has been gripped by war since April 2023, when fighting erupted between forces loyal to army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the RSF led by his former deputy Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. The conflict in the country of 48 million has killed tens of thousands, displaced millions and triggered one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. The latest RSF breakthrough means they are closing in on Port Sudan on the Red Sea, where the army, government and the United Nations agencies are now based. The RSF controls most of the capital Khartoum, Gezira state in the centre of the country, the vast western region of Darfur and much of Kordofan to the south. Sennar state is already home to more than one million displaced Sudanese. It connects central Sudan to the army-controlled southeast. Posts on social media showed thousands of people fleeing in vehicles and on foot, and witnesses told the AFP news agency that "thousands of people have taken refuge" on the east bank of the Blue Nile river east of Singa. RSF forces are also besieging and seeking to capture the town of el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state, the agency said. On Thursday, a global hunger monitor said nearly 26 million people are facing high levels of "

Royal Academy Summer Exhibition review – a gasping death-rattle of conservative mediocrity

T his year's Royal Academy Summer Exhibition is best enjoyed as a mirror of the numbed, aimless condition of Britain after 14 years of Conservative government. It is a gasping death-rattle of mediocrity, a miserable garden party of vapid good taste. There are no laughs and precious few glimpses of good art. Nothing points to the future. All you will learn from it is that the small "c" conservatism of British middle-class culture has reached the end of its rope. "Art Is in All of Us", affirms a typically profound placard by Bob and Roberta Smith RA. If only. That radical-sounding statement might seem to promise a show that's a wild, democratic, free-for-all romp. After all there are more than 1,700 works of art here, apparently chosen pretty much by flipping a coin. But it is almost all the same, all tepid, polite and pointless. In the same room as Smith's platitude is a sculpture of two model ships with the leaden one-note wordplay title Worship-Warship and a pair of ugly, kitsch ceramic deer. For a moment I thought these were examples of outsider art. Bless. They are actually by Richard Wilson RA and Cathie Pilkington RA. Either these eminent artists have totally run out of ideas or they have submitted any old random items lying around their studios. Polite and pointless … Royal Academy Summer Exhibition. Photograph: David Parry/Royal Academy of Arts There are enough wan landscapes to fill an actual field: puffy clouds, neat gardens. Stumps up and off to the pavilion. It's as if the selectors have knocked on the doors in every southern commuter town and village to solicit for entries. Oh and don't forget the pets. There are pampered dogs and cats everywhere. skip past newsletter promotion Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our The Fawlty Towers of exhibitions … Royal Academy. Photograph: David Parry/Royal Academy of Arts The Royal Academy always has resembled the Conservative party, not at prayer but at brush. Both were founded in the 18th century. And both have spent the last couple of decades pretending to reinvent themselves. The RA appointed younger, groovier academicians, confessed its historic links with enslavement and empire and got Grayson Perry to curate one year's summer show for a laugh. But this exhibition suggests that has all been a bit of a sham. Deep down, this is still an establishment club for minor artists. This year they have their way. Just because the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition has been going on since 1769 does not mean it must continue forever. It doesn't reflect what's new or great: the random appearance of fine artists is just a waste. All the best stuff here – there are typically strong works by Georg Baselitz, Rose Wylie RA, Sean Scully RA, Frank Bowling RA – would look better if they weren't surrounded by dross. The Royal Academy summer show must have been amazing in the 1800s, when Turner added

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Royal Academy Summer Exhibition review – a gasping death-rattle of conservative mediocrity. T his year's Royal Academy Summer Exhibition is best enjoyed as a mirror of the numbed, aimless condition of Britain after 14 years of Conservative government. It is a gasping death-rattle of mediocrity, a miserable garden party of vapid good taste. There are no laughs and precious few glimpses of good art. Nothing points to the future. All you will learn from it is that the small "c" conservatism of British middle-class culture has reached the end of its rope. "Art Is in All of Us", affirms a typically profound placard by Bob and Roberta Smith RA. If only. That radical-sounding statement might seem to promise a show that's a wild, democratic, free-for-all romp. After all there are more than 1,700 works of art here, apparently chosen pretty much by flipping a coin. But it is almost all the same, all tepid, polite and pointless. In the same room as Smith's platitude is a sculpture of two model ships with the leaden one-note wordplay title Worship-Warship and a pair of ugly, kitsch ceramic deer. For a moment I thought these were examples of outsider art. Bless. They are actually by Richard Wilson RA and Cathie Pilkington RA. Either these eminent artists have totally run out of ideas or they have submitted any old random items lying around their studios. Polite and pointless … Royal Academy Summer Exhibition. Photograph: David Parry/Royal Academy of Arts There are enough wan landscapes to fill an actual field: puffy clouds, neat gardens. Stumps up and off to the pavilion. It's as if the selectors have knocked on the doors in every southern commuter town and village to solicit for entries. Oh and don't forget the pets. There are pampered dogs and cats everywhere. skip past newsletter promotion Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain info about charities, online ads, and content funded by outside parties. For more information see our The Fawlty Towers of exhibitions … Royal Academy. Photograph: David Parry/Royal Academy of Arts The Royal Academy always has resembled the Conservative party, not at prayer but at brush. Both were founded in the 18th century. And both have spent the last couple of decades pretending to reinvent themselves. The RA appointed younger, groovier academicians, confessed its historic links with enslavement and empire and got Grayson Perry to curate one year's summer show for a laugh. But this exhibition suggests that has all been a bit of a sham. Deep down, this is still an establishment club for minor artists. This year they have their way. Just because the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition has been going on since 1769 does not mean it must continue forever. It doesn't reflect what's new or great: the random appearance of fine artists is just a waste. All the best stuff here – there are typically strong works by Georg Baselitz, Rose Wylie RA, Sean Scully RA, Frank Bowling RA – would look better if they weren't surrounded by dross. The Royal Academy summer show must have been amazing in the 1800s, when Turner added

Texas Rangers rookie Wyatt Langford becomes the 1st major leaguer to hit for the cycle in 2024

Texas Rangers' Wyatt Langford hits a three-run home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Sunday, June 30, 2024, in Baltimore. The three-run home run completed the cycle for Langford. The Rangers won 11-2. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) The Associated Press BALTIMORE -- Needing a home run for the cycle in the eighth inning, Wyatt Langford was focused on exactly that. Not that it changed his approach much. "I was obviously feeling really good at that point," Langford said. "Just kind of one of those things that happens." The Texas rookie completed the cycle with a three-run shot down the left-field line Sunday night, part of an 11-2 win by the Rangers against the Baltimore Orioles. It was the first cycle in the major leagues in 2024. By this time last season there had been four. It was also the first career four-hit game for the 22-year-old Langford, who was drafted last year by the Rangers with the No. 4 overall pick and made a swift rise to the majors to make Texas' opening-day roster this season. "He's just an exciting player," manager Bruce Bochy said. "He's a ballplayer, and you love how aggressive he is. No fear on the bases. Out of the box, he's looking to get the double or triple." Langford tripled in the fourth, and his RBI double in the fifth was a grounder into right-center field that he stretched into a two-base hit. "How I was raised, I guess," Langford said when asked about running so hard. "My dad would beat the crap out of me if I didn't. I'll credit him for that." His speed having already made an impact, Langford needed more power after his sixth-inning single left him a homer shy of the cycle when he came up in the eighth. "I was trying to hit a home run," Langford said. "It kind of speaks for itself." Langford become the 11th Rangers player to hit for the cycle, the first since Carlos Gomez in April 2017 against the Angels. The only other Texas rookie to do it was Oddibe McDowell in 1985. Langford was also the first player to hit for the cycle in a game aired on ESPN's "Sunday Night Baseball."

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Texas Rangers rookie Wyatt Langford becomes the 1st major leaguer to hit for the cycle in 2024. Texas Rangers' Wyatt Langford hits a three-run home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Sunday, June 30, 2024, in Baltimore. The three-run home run completed the cycle for Langford. The Rangers won 11-2. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) The Associated Press BALTIMORE -- Needing a home run for the cycle in the eighth inning, Wyatt Langford was focused on exactly that. Not that it changed his approach much. "I was obviously feeling really good at that point," Langford said. "Just kind of one of those things that happens." The Texas rookie completed the cycle with a three-run shot down the left-field line Sunday night, part of an 11-2 win by the Rangers against the Baltimore Orioles. It was the first cycle in the major leagues in 2024. By this time last season there had been four. It was also the first career four-hit game for the 22-year-old Langford, who was drafted last year by the Rangers with the No. 4 overall pick and made a swift rise to the majors to make Texas' opening-day roster this season. "He's just an exciting player," manager Bruce Bochy said. "He's a ballplayer, and you love how aggressive he is. No fear on the bases. Out of the box, he's looking to get the double or triple." Langford tripled in the fourth, and his RBI double in the fifth was a grounder into right-center field that he stretched into a two-base hit. "How I was raised, I guess," Langford said when asked about running so hard. "My dad would beat the crap out of me if I didn't. I'll credit him for that." His speed having already made an impact, Langford needed more power after his sixth-inning single left him a homer shy of the cycle when he came up in the eighth. "I was trying to hit a home run," Langford said. "It kind of speaks for itself." Langford become the 11th Rangers player to hit for the cycle, the first since Carlos Gomez in April 2017 against the Angels. The only other Texas rookie to do it was Oddibe McDowell in 1985. Langford was also the first player to hit for the cycle in a game aired on ESPN's "Sunday Night Baseball."

Continuus Technologies Launches Continuus Cargo Shipping App on Snowflake Marketplace

Continuus Technologies today announced at Snowflake's annual user conference, Snowflake Data Cloud Summit 2024, that it has launched the Continuus Cargo Shipping Container App using Factset Shipping and RBICS Datafeed on Snowflake Marketplace. Availability on Snowflake Marketplace will enable joint customers to respond and adjust exposure to potential supply chain issues surrounding shipments into United States ports. "In today's world, you cannot read the news without seeing a headline about shipping and supply chain risk," explains Matt Moeser, Founder and CEO of Continuus Technologies. "Using cutting edge LLMs easily available in Snowflake Cortex, Continuus normalized free descriptive text from cargo shipping manifests to sector and industry codes. Building the link between the text data and normalized sector and industry codes would be extremely challenging without this technology. Continuus is excited to deliver this in an easy-to-use Streamlit app from our Native App Studio team. " Continuus and Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, are working together to help joint customers streamline operations, inform business decisions and drive innovations by creating compelling views tracking maritime shipping transactions from bills of lading. Shipping transaction descriptions are then mapped to industry networks using Snowflake's AI features and linked to shippers and consignees to allow firms to easily identify shipping risks and exposures. "Continuus's Cargo Shipping Container App highlights the transformative power of data in today's complex business landscape. By utilizing Snowflake Cortex, Continuus has streamlined the process of normalizing and analyzing cargo shipping data, providing joint customers with actionable insights to mitigate supply chain risks," said Kieran Kennedy, Snowflake's Head of Marketplace. "This partnership exemplifies our shared commitment to empowering businesses with the tools they need to make better-informed decisions and drive innovation." From regional views to specific ports, the Continuus Cargo Shipping App enables users to discover granular details about the contents and potential sector impacts. Joint customers can now leverage the Continuus Cargo Shipping App on Snowflake Marketplace, allowing them to get a running start on their data analysis with a flexible view and mapping of descriptive shipping manifest data. Snowflake Marketplace is powered by Snowflake's ground-breaking cross-cloud technology, Snowgrid, allowing companies direct access to raw data products and the ability to leverage data, services, and applications quickly, securely, and cost-effectively. Snowflake Marketplace simplifies discovery, access, and the commercialization of data products, enabling companies to unlock entirely new revenue streams and extended insights across the AI Data Cloud. To learn more about Snowflake Marketplace and how to find, try and buy the data, data services, and applications needed for innovative business solutions, click here. Be sure to check out the Snowflake Data Cloud Summit 2024 keynotes live or on-demand About Continuus Technologies Continuus Technologies is a data and analytics consulting firm, uniquely positioned to be the integrator and advisor that brings the Financial Services Data Cloud ecosystem together through their technical expertise, partnerships, and core differentiator: industry expertise. Their consultants are thought leaders and come with exemplary careers and experience from the financial industry. Continuus provides strategy, implementation, and support to make data consumable for the organization and leverage market data to maximize the value of clients' data and technology investments. They specialize in Native Applications, Data Strategy, Data Governance, Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and AI/ML consulting services. Continuus is a Snowflake Premier Partner, holds a Snowflake Industry Competency Badge in Financial Services, and is the only Snowflake Partner that is also formally partnering with Financial Services industry firms and cutting-edge technology providers – including FactSet, Bloomberg, State Street Alpha, BNY Mellon, Aladdin by BlackRock, and more – to serve the largest global institutional clients. They also serve clients in the manufacturing, healthcare, and energy sectors.

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Continuus Technologies Launches Continuus Cargo Shipping App on Snowflake Marketplace. Continuus Technologies today announced at Snowflake's annual user conference, Snowflake Data Cloud Summit 2024, that it has launched the Continuus Cargo Shipping Container App using Factset Shipping and RBICS Datafeed on Snowflake Marketplace. Availability on Snowflake Marketplace will enable joint customers to respond and adjust exposure to potential supply chain issues surrounding shipments into United States ports. "In today's world, you cannot read the news without seeing a headline about shipping and supply chain risk," explains Matt Moeser, Founder and CEO of Continuus Technologies. "Using cutting edge LLMs easily available in Snowflake Cortex, Continuus normalized free descriptive text from cargo shipping manifests to sector and industry codes. Building the link between the text data and normalized sector and industry codes would be extremely challenging without this technology. Continuus is excited to deliver this in an easy-to-use Streamlit app from our Native App Studio team. " Continuus and Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, are working together to help joint customers streamline operations, inform business decisions and drive innovations by creating compelling views tracking maritime shipping transactions from bills of lading. Shipping transaction descriptions are then mapped to industry networks using Snowflake's AI features and linked to shippers and consignees to allow firms to easily identify shipping risks and exposures. "Continuus's Cargo Shipping Container App highlights the transformative power of data in today's complex business landscape. By utilizing Snowflake Cortex, Continuus has streamlined the process of normalizing and analyzing cargo shipping data, providing joint customers with actionable insights to mitigate supply chain risks," said Kieran Kennedy, Snowflake's Head of Marketplace. "This partnership exemplifies our shared commitment to empowering businesses with the tools they need to make better-informed decisions and drive innovation." From regional views to specific ports, the Continuus Cargo Shipping App enables users to discover granular details about the contents and potential sector impacts. Joint customers can now leverage the Continuus Cargo Shipping App on Snowflake Marketplace, allowing them to get a running start on their data analysis with a flexible view and mapping of descriptive shipping manifest data. Snowflake Marketplace is powered by Snowflake's ground-breaking cross-cloud technology, Snowgrid, allowing companies direct access to raw data products and the ability to leverage data, services, and applications quickly, securely, and cost-effectively. Snowflake Marketplace simplifies discovery, access, and the commercialization of data products, enabling companies to unlock entirely new revenue streams and extended insights across the AI Data Cloud. To learn more about Snowflake Marketplace and how to find, try and buy the data, data services, and applications needed for innovative business solutions, click here. Be sure to check out the Snowflake Data Cloud Summit 2024 keynotes live or on-demand About Continuus Technologies Continuus Technologies is a data and analytics consulting firm, uniquely positioned to be the integrator and advisor that brings the Financial Services Data Cloud ecosystem together through their technical expertise, partnerships, and core differentiator: industry expertise. Their consultants are thought leaders and come with exemplary careers and experience from the financial industry. Continuus provides strategy, implementation, and support to make data consumable for the organization and leverage market data to maximize the value of clients' data and technology investments. They specialize in Native Applications, Data Strategy, Data Governance, Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and AI/ML consulting services. Continuus is a Snowflake Premier Partner, holds a Snowflake Industry Competency Badge in Financial Services, and is the only Snowflake Partner that is also formally partnering with Financial Services industry firms and cutting-edge technology providers – including FactSet, Bloomberg, State Street Alpha, BNY Mellon, Aladdin by BlackRock, and more – to serve the largest global institutional clients. They also serve clients in the manufacturing, healthcare, and energy sectors.

CROWN ROYAL EXPANDS HORIZONS WITH NEW SINGLE MALT CANADIAN WHISKY EXPRESSION

NEW YORK, June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning Canadian whisky brand, Crown Royal, is proud to continue their legacy of innovation with the release of Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky. This is the brand's first venture into the single malt market, and the liquid offers a unique experience to whisky connoisseurs and adventure-seekers alike. Its welcoming taste and smooth finish are hallmarks of Crown Royal, offering a premium experience for consumers, no matter where they find themselves in their whisky journey. Continue Reading On Friday, June 7 at 10 AM ET Crown Royal will unveil a one-of-a-kind ice sculpture installation at Lower Manhattan's Brookfield Place to celebrate the launch. The ice sculpture will slowly melt over 24 hours to reveal the beautiful Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky bottle. Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky pays homage to the brand's Canadian roots by being distilled at its iconic Valleyfield Distillery, the premier French-speaking whisky distillery in North America. Crafted from 100% malted barley grains and distilled in copper, the whisky is 'cut from the cold', using Canada's cool climate and topography to distill the whisky delicately. This process gives the whisky an even smoother and inviting taste to be enjoyed by both newcomers to the world of elevated whisky and connoisseurs alike. When consumers try the liquid, they're first greeted by aromas of creamy vanilla and fruity banana, which give way to flavors of caramel, apple and baking spices, finishing with lingering hints of spice and warm cinnamon. Whisky lovers attending June 11 th and 12 th are invited to sample Crown Royal newest innovation at booth #8B-832. "We're proud to continue our tradition and legacy of trailblazing with the newest addition to our portfolio, Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky. As a leader in whisky, we're shaking up the category with this new innovation – defined by our signature smoothness and unique, Canadian origin," shared Jesse Damashek, Senior Vice President North American Whiskeys at Diageo."Our take on this single malt is truly distinct, every piece of it tells a story – from its origin and distillation process to its stunning packaging design. Cut from the Canadian cold, this Single Malt offers our consumers a whisky that can be enjoyed on any occasion." Brookfield Place (230 Vesey St, New York, NY ), to celebrate the launch. The ice sculpture will slowly melt over 24 hours to reveal the beautiful Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky bottle. The pop-up ice sculpture is a nod to the icy landscapes paying homage to the home where the liquid is crafted. Consumers 21+ who visit the pop-up installation on June 7 will also receive a ticket to attend the Crown Royal Cocktail Tour, an experience hosted by Crown Royal across several participating local hangouts, including Liberty Bistro (255 Liberty St.), Monk McGinn's (57 Murray St.) and Broadstone (88 Broad St.), where they'll enjoy Crown Royal cocktails and a chance to take home exclusive brand merch. Crown Royal Single Malt has an ABV of 45% and is available nationwide with a suggested retail price of $54.99 available in-store and through your favorite online retailers. Be sure to check out @crownroyal on Instagram for the latest updates, and please drink responsibly. About Crown Royal Crown Royal Canadian Whisky is the number-one selling Canadian whisky brand in the world and has a tradition as long and distinctive as its taste. Specially blended to commemorate a grand tour of Great Britain in 1939, Crown Royal's smooth and elegant flavor was an exceptionally generous gift fit for royalty. Its gift-worthy presentation reflects its regal origins – it is considered the epitome of Canadian whisky. For more information, visit crownroyal.com. Crown Royal encourages all consumers to please enjoy responsibly. About Diageo North America Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness. Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO ) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource,

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CROWN ROYAL EXPANDS HORIZONS WITH NEW SINGLE MALT CANADIAN WHISKY EXPRESSION. NEW YORK, June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning Canadian whisky brand, Crown Royal, is proud to continue their legacy of innovation with the release of Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky. This is the brand's first venture into the single malt market, and the liquid offers a unique experience to whisky connoisseurs and adventure-seekers alike. Its welcoming taste and smooth finish are hallmarks of Crown Royal, offering a premium experience for consumers, no matter where they find themselves in their whisky journey. Continue Reading On Friday, June 7 at 10 AM ET Crown Royal will unveil a one-of-a-kind ice sculpture installation at Lower Manhattan's Brookfield Place to celebrate the launch. The ice sculpture will slowly melt over 24 hours to reveal the beautiful Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky bottle. Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky pays homage to the brand's Canadian roots by being distilled at its iconic Valleyfield Distillery, the premier French-speaking whisky distillery in North America. Crafted from 100% malted barley grains and distilled in copper, the whisky is 'cut from the cold', using Canada's cool climate and topography to distill the whisky delicately. This process gives the whisky an even smoother and inviting taste to be enjoyed by both newcomers to the world of elevated whisky and connoisseurs alike. When consumers try the liquid, they're first greeted by aromas of creamy vanilla and fruity banana, which give way to flavors of caramel, apple and baking spices, finishing with lingering hints of spice and warm cinnamon. Whisky lovers attending June 11 th and 12 th are invited to sample Crown Royal newest innovation at booth #8B-832. "We're proud to continue our tradition and legacy of trailblazing with the newest addition to our portfolio, Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky. As a leader in whisky, we're shaking up the category with this new innovation – defined by our signature smoothness and unique, Canadian origin," shared Jesse Damashek, Senior Vice President North American Whiskeys at Diageo."Our take on this single malt is truly distinct, every piece of it tells a story – from its origin and distillation process to its stunning packaging design. Cut from the Canadian cold, this Single Malt offers our consumers a whisky that can be enjoyed on any occasion." Brookfield Place (230 Vesey St, New York, NY ), to celebrate the launch. The ice sculpture will slowly melt over 24 hours to reveal the beautiful Crown Royal Single Malt Canadian Whisky bottle. The pop-up ice sculpture is a nod to the icy landscapes paying homage to the home where the liquid is crafted. Consumers 21+ who visit the pop-up installation on June 7 will also receive a ticket to attend the Crown Royal Cocktail Tour, an experience hosted by Crown Royal across several participating local hangouts, including Liberty Bistro (255 Liberty St.), Monk McGinn's (57 Murray St.) and Broadstone (88 Broad St.), where they'll enjoy Crown Royal cocktails and a chance to take home exclusive brand merch. Crown Royal Single Malt has an ABV of 45% and is available nationwide with a suggested retail price of $54.99 available in-store and through your favorite online retailers. Be sure to check out @crownroyal on Instagram for the latest updates, and please drink responsibly. About Crown Royal Crown Royal Canadian Whisky is the number-one selling Canadian whisky brand in the world and has a tradition as long and distinctive as its taste. Specially blended to commemorate a grand tour of Great Britain in 1939, Crown Royal's smooth and elegant flavor was an exceptionally generous gift fit for royalty. Its gift-worthy presentation reflects its regal origins – it is considered the epitome of Canadian whisky. For more information, visit crownroyal.com. Crown Royal encourages all consumers to please enjoy responsibly. About Diageo North America Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness. Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO ) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource,

Activist Jana has a stake in Rapid7. There are two paths to bolster value at the cybersecurity company

is a global cybersecurity software and services provider. Its products span across information security, cloud operations, development and information technology teams, enabling them to understand attackers and leverage that information to take control of their fragmented attack surface. Rapid7 Managed Threat Complete is the company's flagship offering, and it includes the Rapid7 Managed Detection and Response program. Rapid7 also provides risk and threat coverage through InsightIDR and Insight VM services, making them available in a single package. Its security solutions help more than 11,000 global customers unite cloud risk management and threat detection. Activist Commentary: Jana is a very experienced activist investor founded in 2001 by Barry Rosenstein. The firm made its name taking deeply researched activist positions with well-conceived plans for long term value. Rosenstein called his activist strategy "V cubed." The three "Vs" were" (i) Value: buying at the right price; (ii) Votes: knowing whether you have the votes before commencing a proxy fight; and (iii) Variety of ways to win: having more than one strategy to enhance value and exit an investment. Since 2008, the firm has gradually shifted that strategy to one which we characterize as the three "Ss" (i) Stock price: buying at the right price; (ii) Strategic activism: sale of company or spinoff of a business; and (iii) Star advisors/nominees: aligning with top industry executives to advise them and take board seats if necessary. Rapid7 is a cybersecurity company that expands the expertise of its clients' security operations. Its Managed Threat Complete flagship offering combines end-to-end 24/7 managed detection and response with vulnerability management offerings. Historically, the company has focused on on-site cybersecurity operations, but it has begun to expand into the explosive growth area of cloud security. Rapid7 operates in a highly attractive industry and is the beneficiary of some meaningful tailwinds. In a time where software budgets are being cut or reallocated toward AI, the threat of cyberattacks looms large and presents a great enough risk that spend is either flat or increasing for these types of services. In addition, cybersecurity analysts and internal security staff are limited, so there is a tremendous need for outsourcing. With more complex operations and numerous applications both on-site and in the cloud, Rapid7 is well-positioned to continue growing and aims to be a high-quality provider for subject matter experts who may not be able to retain the services of their largest and most expensive competitors. Despite its favorable position, the company has delivered negative returns on a one-, three-, and five-year basis. Rapid7 is one of three main players in vulnerability management, yet it's assigned a much smaller revenue multiple (3x) compared to peers Tenable (5.5x) and Qualys (8x). One factor in this is that Rapid7 offers a combination of low- and high-growth cybersecurity offerings, which is difficult to value, but more important are the multiple slip-ups by management, exacerbated by a lack of oversight by the board. First, the company has undergone changes to its sales model, including a shift to selling packaged products from selling offerings individually. It's also moved to a channel model from direct. Next, the company has encountered challenges in bringing its cloud product to market. In addition, to shift from pure growth to a profitable software company, Rapid7 has focused on meeting targets for $160 million in free cash flow and improved margins. In August 2023, likely in pursuit of these goals, the company abruptly announced plans to reduce its staff by 18%. Rapid7 has had further retention problems in key executive roles, including the departure of its chief innovation officer and its critically important chief operating officer and president. Finally, the company has not been able to properly make forecasts, leading to tremendous investor uncertainty and questions of board oversight. In February 2024, the company announced its 2024 guidance, which it stated it was highly confident in, only to cut it in May when the company delivered its Q1 results. That led to a 17% stock price decline on May 8. This is a company operating in a highly complex and dynamic space – it is doing everything all at once and has seemingly failed to deliver. With a company like this, there are generally two paths to shareholder value creation: (i) a long-term plan involving board reconstitution, management overhaul and review of strategic and operational plans and (ii) a shorter-term plan to sell the company to an interested buyer who can make those changes. With respect to the long-term plan, Jana generally works with industry executives and consultants in performing due diligence and implementing its activist plans, and we do not expect this situation to be different. The firm will often bring these individuals to the table to serve as director nominees, if deemed necessary. Jana is experienced in getting these experts on company boards, where they often serve as assets in getting the company to correct its issues, from operational to governance to capital allocation. But Jana also has extensive experience in strategic activism and getting portfolio companies sold. We expect that Jana will advocate for the strategy it expects will maximize shareholder value on a risk- and time-adjusted basis. Given the problems the company has been experiencing and the lack of CEO focus (Aside from being chairman and CEO of Rapid7, Corey Thomas is on the National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee, chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. He also serves on the boards of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, LPL Financial and Vanderbilt University.), a sale looks like it could be the easier and more certain path if there is a suitor at the right price. Given industry tailwinds, there may be several strategic and financial buyers interested in this company. Recent transactions in the cybersecurity sector include Cisco's $28 billion takeover of Splunk and Francisco Partners' $1.7 billion acquisition of Sumo Logic. If Jana does advocate for a sale of Rapid7, it will ask the board to do it through a full sales process that attains the highest value for shareholders. In addition, Jana has a strategic partnership with Cannae Holdings, which could be helpful in providing the equity in a strategic transaction with a private equity firm. Consider that in 2019, Cannae joined with private-equity firms to buy Dun & Bradstreet. It is important to note that even if Jana thinks a sale of the company is the best way to optimize shareholder value, the firm will still have to get the board to agree. This does not look like a board and management team that will just go quietly. In such a case, Jana's remedy would be to launch a proxy fight, but that could take some time. The 2024 annual meeting just passed on June 13 and the director nomination window does not open until Feb.13, 2025. Ken Squire is the founder and president of 13D Monitor, an institutional research service on shareholder activism, and the founder and portfolio manager of the 13D Activist Fund, a mutual fund that invests in a portfolio of activist 13D investments.

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Activist Jana has a stake in Rapid7. There are two paths to bolster value at the cybersecurity company. is a global cybersecurity software and services provider. Its products span across information security, cloud operations, development and information technology teams, enabling them to understand attackers and leverage that information to take control of their fragmented attack surface. Rapid7 Managed Threat Complete is the company's flagship offering, and it includes the Rapid7 Managed Detection and Response program. Rapid7 also provides risk and threat coverage through InsightIDR and Insight VM services, making them available in a single package. Its security solutions help more than 11,000 global customers unite cloud risk management and threat detection. Activist Commentary: Jana is a very experienced activist investor founded in 2001 by Barry Rosenstein. The firm made its name taking deeply researched activist positions with well-conceived plans for long term value. Rosenstein called his activist strategy "V cubed." The three "Vs" were" (i) Value: buying at the right price; (ii) Votes: knowing whether you have the votes before commencing a proxy fight; and (iii) Variety of ways to win: having more than one strategy to enhance value and exit an investment. Since 2008, the firm has gradually shifted that strategy to one which we characterize as the three "Ss" (i) Stock price: buying at the right price; (ii) Strategic activism: sale of company or spinoff of a business; and (iii) Star advisors/nominees: aligning with top industry executives to advise them and take board seats if necessary. Rapid7 is a cybersecurity company that expands the expertise of its clients' security operations. Its Managed Threat Complete flagship offering combines end-to-end 24/7 managed detection and response with vulnerability management offerings. Historically, the company has focused on on-site cybersecurity operations, but it has begun to expand into the explosive growth area of cloud security. Rapid7 operates in a highly attractive industry and is the beneficiary of some meaningful tailwinds. In a time where software budgets are being cut or reallocated toward AI, the threat of cyberattacks looms large and presents a great enough risk that spend is either flat or increasing for these types of services. In addition, cybersecurity analysts and internal security staff are limited, so there is a tremendous need for outsourcing. With more complex operations and numerous applications both on-site and in the cloud, Rapid7 is well-positioned to continue growing and aims to be a high-quality provider for subject matter experts who may not be able to retain the services of their largest and most expensive competitors. Despite its favorable position, the company has delivered negative returns on a one-, three-, and five-year basis. Rapid7 is one of three main players in vulnerability management, yet it's assigned a much smaller revenue multiple (3x) compared to peers Tenable (5.5x) and Qualys (8x). One factor in this is that Rapid7 offers a combination of low- and high-growth cybersecurity offerings, which is difficult to value, but more important are the multiple slip-ups by management, exacerbated by a lack of oversight by the board. First, the company has undergone changes to its sales model, including a shift to selling packaged products from selling offerings individually. It's also moved to a channel model from direct. Next, the company has encountered challenges in bringing its cloud product to market. In addition, to shift from pure growth to a profitable software company, Rapid7 has focused on meeting targets for $160 million in free cash flow and improved margins. In August 2023, likely in pursuit of these goals, the company abruptly announced plans to reduce its staff by 18%. Rapid7 has had further retention problems in key executive roles, including the departure of its chief innovation officer and its critically important chief operating officer and president. Finally, the company has not been able to properly make forecasts, leading to tremendous investor uncertainty and questions of board oversight. In February 2024, the company announced its 2024 guidance, which it stated it was highly confident in, only to cut it in May when the company delivered its Q1 results. That led to a 17% stock price decline on May 8. This is a company operating in a highly complex and dynamic space – it is doing everything all at once and has seemingly failed to deliver. With a company like this, there are generally two paths to shareholder value creation: (i) a long-term plan involving board reconstitution, management overhaul and review of strategic and operational plans and (ii) a shorter-term plan to sell the company to an interested buyer who can make those changes. With respect to the long-term plan, Jana generally works with industry executives and consultants in performing due diligence and implementing its activist plans, and we do not expect this situation to be different. The firm will often bring these individuals to the table to serve as director nominees, if deemed necessary. Jana is experienced in getting these experts on company boards, where they often serve as assets in getting the company to correct its issues, from operational to governance to capital allocation. But Jana also has extensive experience in strategic activism and getting portfolio companies sold. We expect that Jana will advocate for the strategy it expects will maximize shareholder value on a risk- and time-adjusted basis. Given the problems the company has been experiencing and the lack of CEO focus (Aside from being chairman and CEO of Rapid7, Corey Thomas is on the National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee, chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. He also serves on the boards of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, LPL Financial and Vanderbilt University.), a sale looks like it could be the easier and more certain path if there is a suitor at the right price. Given industry tailwinds, there may be several strategic and financial buyers interested in this company. Recent transactions in the cybersecurity sector include Cisco's $28 billion takeover of Splunk and Francisco Partners' $1.7 billion acquisition of Sumo Logic. If Jana does advocate for a sale of Rapid7, it will ask the board to do it through a full sales process that attains the highest value for shareholders. In addition, Jana has a strategic partnership with Cannae Holdings, which could be helpful in providing the equity in a strategic transaction with a private equity firm. Consider that in 2019, Cannae joined with private-equity firms to buy Dun & Bradstreet. It is important to note that even if Jana thinks a sale of the company is the best way to optimize shareholder value, the firm will still have to get the board to agree. This does not look like a board and management team that will just go quietly. In such a case, Jana's remedy would be to launch a proxy fight, but that could take some time. The 2024 annual meeting just passed on June 13 and the director nomination window does not open until Feb.13, 2025. Ken Squire is the founder and president of 13D Monitor, an institutional research service on shareholder activism, and the founder and portfolio manager of the 13D Activist Fund, a mutual fund that invests in a portfolio of activist 13D investments.

Several Chinese swimmers embroiled in doping scandal selected for Paris Olympics: report

Caitlin Clark snubbed from Team USA Olympics roster Former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya argues Team USA missed a 'golden opportunity' by passing on Caitlin Clark considering her popularity and ability to bring new viewers to women's sports. As the 2024 Paris Olympics nears, countries from across the world have begun announcing their final rosters across a variety of sports. The Chinese Swimming Association released its roster on Tuesday. But the roster raised some eyebrows as 11 of the 31 swimmers named were already under fire after testing positive for the banned heart medication trimetazidine in 2021, However, the World-Anti Doping (WADA) ultimately cleared the athletes for competition at the Tokyo Olympics. (AP Photo/Aurelien Morissard, File) WADA said the swimmers' positive tests were at least partially due to inadvertently being exposed to the substance through contamination." The Chinese Doping Agency initially made a similar argument to which WADA said it was "not in a position to disprove." However, the decision did spark some backlash, with United States Anti-Doping Agency officials suggesting that WADA was possibly involved in an alleged cover-up scheme. NOVAK DJOKOVIC TO COMPETE AT 2024 OLYMPICS IN PARIS AFTER SUCCESSFUL KNEE SURGERY WADA denied those assertions, describing the idea as "completely false and defamatory." "(WADA) is astonished by the outrageous, completely false and defamatory remarks made by the CEO of the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), Travis Tygart, who has made very serious accusations against WADA in connection with the case of 23 swimmers from China," WADA said in a news release in April. BBC Sport that there was a push for "independent prosecution of these previously hidden positive tests." South facade of the Palais Bourbon with the flags of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 in Paris, France, June 4, 2024. The National Assembly AN is the French institution which forms, with the Senate, the Parliament of the French Republic. (RICCARDO MILANI/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images) "This is the train-wreck we were worried about and it's exactly why we called for a real, independent prosecution of these previously hidden positive tests, especially given that the statute of limitations hasn't run out", he said. "All athletes deserve to know that it's a fair and just outcome for these Chinese athletes to be at the Paris Games competing against other athletes who have been held to the strictest standards." The logo, Paris 2024 representing the Olympic Games, several months prior to the start of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games is displayed on the façade of an official store on February 21, 2024 in Paris, France. (Chesnot/Getty Images) WADA did launch an independent review of the case, but the findings have yet to be released. In June, seven-time Olympic gold medalist swimmer Katie Ledecky expressed her belief that trust in the anti-doping system was at an "all-time low" on the heels of the doping scandal. The American superstar swimmer added that the controversy had the potential to cast a shadow over the Summer Games. "It's hard going into Paris knowing that we're going to be racing some of these athletes," Ledecky said. Just under two months ago, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach backed WADA, saying he had "full confidence" in the organization. He also expressed his belief that if the swimmers received clearance, they should be allowed to compete in Paris. "If the procedures are followed, there is no reason for them not to be there," Bach told news agency AFP.

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Several Chinese swimmers embroiled in doping scandal selected for Paris Olympics: report. Caitlin Clark snubbed from Team USA Olympics roster Former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya argues Team USA missed a 'golden opportunity' by passing on Caitlin Clark considering her popularity and ability to bring new viewers to women's sports. As the 2024 Paris Olympics nears, countries from across the world have begun announcing their final rosters across a variety of sports. The Chinese Swimming Association released its roster on Tuesday. But the roster raised some eyebrows as 11 of the 31 swimmers named were already under fire after testing positive for the banned heart medication trimetazidine in 2021, However, the World-Anti Doping (WADA) ultimately cleared the athletes for competition at the Tokyo Olympics. (AP Photo/Aurelien Morissard, File) WADA said the swimmers' positive tests were at least partially due to inadvertently being exposed to the substance through contamination." The Chinese Doping Agency initially made a similar argument to which WADA said it was "not in a position to disprove." However, the decision did spark some backlash, with United States Anti-Doping Agency officials suggesting that WADA was possibly involved in an alleged cover-up scheme. NOVAK DJOKOVIC TO COMPETE AT 2024 OLYMPICS IN PARIS AFTER SUCCESSFUL KNEE SURGERY WADA denied those assertions, describing the idea as "completely false and defamatory." "(WADA) is astonished by the outrageous, completely false and defamatory remarks made by the CEO of the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), Travis Tygart, who has made very serious accusations against WADA in connection with the case of 23 swimmers from China," WADA said in a news release in April. BBC Sport that there was a push for "independent prosecution of these previously hidden positive tests." South facade of the Palais Bourbon with the flags of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 in Paris, France, June 4, 2024. The National Assembly AN is the French institution which forms, with the Senate, the Parliament of the French Republic. (RICCARDO MILANI/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images) "This is the train-wreck we were worried about and it's exactly why we called for a real, independent prosecution of these previously hidden positive tests, especially given that the statute of limitations hasn't run out", he said. "All athletes deserve to know that it's a fair and just outcome for these Chinese athletes to be at the Paris Games competing against other athletes who have been held to the strictest standards." The logo, Paris 2024 representing the Olympic Games, several months prior to the start of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games is displayed on the façade of an official store on February 21, 2024 in Paris, France. (Chesnot/Getty Images) WADA did launch an independent review of the case, but the findings have yet to be released. In June, seven-time Olympic gold medalist swimmer Katie Ledecky expressed her belief that trust in the anti-doping system was at an "all-time low" on the heels of the doping scandal. The American superstar swimmer added that the controversy had the potential to cast a shadow over the Summer Games. "It's hard going into Paris knowing that we're going to be racing some of these athletes," Ledecky said. Just under two months ago, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach backed WADA, saying he had "full confidence" in the organization. He also expressed his belief that if the swimmers received clearance, they should be allowed to compete in Paris. "If the procedures are followed, there is no reason for them not to be there," Bach told news agency AFP.

Feds plans to audit FSIN spending after allegations of misused public funds

Feds plans to audit FSIN spending after allegations of misused public funds Indigenous Services Canada plans to audit the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations use of federal dollars from April 1, 2019, until the present due to allegations of misused public funds. Indigenous Services Canada won't detail allegations, but says it takes them 'very seriously' Posted: Mar 19, 2024 6:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 5 hours ago Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations Chief Bobby Cameron speaks during a media event outside the FSIN building in Saskatoon, Sask. The organization is facing a forensic audit from Indigenous Services Canada after allegations of misspent public funds. (Liam Richards/The Canadian Press) Social Sharing Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is set to conduct a forensic audit of the funding it has given the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) over a nearly five-year span and how it has been spent. The FSIN represents 74 First Nations in Saskatchewan. CBC News obtained a letter sent by ISC to the FSIN executive, dated March 15. In it, ISC says it intends to review how the FSIN spent money provided by the ISC in several funding agreements from April 1, 2019, to the present and that the dates in question could expand depending on the auditor's findings. In response to questions from CBC, ISC spokesperson Randy Legault-Rankin said in an email that the organization is "aware of the allegations brought forward regarding the [FSIN]." "The Department takes allegations and complaints regarding the misuse of public funds very seriously. To that end, the Department has put a process in place to ensure these allegations and complaints are examined properly and that appropriate action is taken." It is unclear what allegations sparked ISC's interest. Legault-Rankin said in his response the ISC would not be providing information on the status of the audit and does not comment on specific allegations or complaints other than to confirm they have been received. International professional services company KPMG has been contracted to conduct the audit, according to the letter. Multiple attempts by CBC to contact the FSIN for this story received no response. FSIN raises concerns about lack of consultation as Sask. announces work on irrigation project Dayne Patterson is a reporter for CBC News in Saskatchewan and is based in Saskatoon. He has a master's degree in journalism with an interest in data reporting and Indigenous affairs. Reach him at dayne.patterson@cbc.ca.

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Feds plans to audit FSIN spending after allegations of misused public funds. Feds plans to audit FSIN spending after allegations of misused public funds Indigenous Services Canada plans to audit the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations use of federal dollars from April 1, 2019, until the present due to allegations of misused public funds. Indigenous Services Canada won't detail allegations, but says it takes them 'very seriously' Posted: Mar 19, 2024 6:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 5 hours ago Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations Chief Bobby Cameron speaks during a media event outside the FSIN building in Saskatoon, Sask. The organization is facing a forensic audit from Indigenous Services Canada after allegations of misspent public funds. (Liam Richards/The Canadian Press) Social Sharing Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is set to conduct a forensic audit of the funding it has given the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) over a nearly five-year span and how it has been spent. The FSIN represents 74 First Nations in Saskatchewan. CBC News obtained a letter sent by ISC to the FSIN executive, dated March 15. In it, ISC says it intends to review how the FSIN spent money provided by the ISC in several funding agreements from April 1, 2019, to the present and that the dates in question could expand depending on the auditor's findings. In response to questions from CBC, ISC spokesperson Randy Legault-Rankin said in an email that the organization is "aware of the allegations brought forward regarding the [FSIN]." "The Department takes allegations and complaints regarding the misuse of public funds very seriously. To that end, the Department has put a process in place to ensure these allegations and complaints are examined properly and that appropriate action is taken." It is unclear what allegations sparked ISC's interest. Legault-Rankin said in his response the ISC would not be providing information on the status of the audit and does not comment on specific allegations or complaints other than to confirm they have been received. International professional services company KPMG has been contracted to conduct the audit, according to the letter. Multiple attempts by CBC to contact the FSIN for this story received no response. FSIN raises concerns about lack of consultation as Sask. announces work on irrigation project Dayne Patterson is a reporter for CBC News in Saskatchewan and is based in Saskatoon. He has a master's degree in journalism with an interest in data reporting and Indigenous affairs. Reach him at dayne.patterson@cbc.ca.

Nigel Slater’s recipe for courgettes, butter beans and ’nduja

C ut a 125g piece of pancetta into small, thick pieces roughly 3cm x 2cm. Put them into a large, shallow pan with a good glug of olive oil and let them cook over a low to moderate heat. As the fat starts to melt and the pancetta becomes golden, peel and thinly slice 2 cloves of garlic and stir them into the pan. Roughly chop 2 spring onions and scatter them among the pancetta. Thickly slice 250g of courgettes, add them to the pan and stir them among the pancetta and aromatics. Leave them to cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring them regularly. Trim 150g of broccoli (I use the long-stemmed variety) and add to the pan. Cover with a lid and continue cooking for a few minutes until the broccoli has softened a little and is rich, deep green in colour. Stir in 2 tbsp of 'nduja (it will only partly melt, but will season and perfume the other ingredients). Lastly stir in 250ml of bottled or canned butter beans. Once the beans are hot and everything is juicy and sizzling, divide between 2 shallow dishes. Enough for 2. Ready in 25 minutes You will need a chubby piece of pancetta, complete with its fat. Slice away the tough, darker skin. A little chilli paste can be used instead of the 'nduja or, should you prefer it, without any chilli heat at all.

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Nigel Slater’s recipe for courgettes, butter beans and ’nduja. C ut a 125g piece of pancetta into small, thick pieces roughly 3cm x 2cm. Put them into a large, shallow pan with a good glug of olive oil and let them cook over a low to moderate heat. As the fat starts to melt and the pancetta becomes golden, peel and thinly slice 2 cloves of garlic and stir them into the pan. Roughly chop 2 spring onions and scatter them among the pancetta. Thickly slice 250g of courgettes, add them to the pan and stir them among the pancetta and aromatics. Leave them to cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring them regularly. Trim 150g of broccoli (I use the long-stemmed variety) and add to the pan. Cover with a lid and continue cooking for a few minutes until the broccoli has softened a little and is rich, deep green in colour. Stir in 2 tbsp of 'nduja (it will only partly melt, but will season and perfume the other ingredients). Lastly stir in 250ml of bottled or canned butter beans. Once the beans are hot and everything is juicy and sizzling, divide between 2 shallow dishes. Enough for 2. Ready in 25 minutes You will need a chubby piece of pancetta, complete with its fat. Slice away the tough, darker skin. A little chilli paste can be used instead of the 'nduja or, should you prefer it, without any chilli heat at all.

Trump says 'few communities have suffered more under the Biden regime than Philadelphia' in rally stop

Former President Trump claimed that "few communities have suffered more under the Biden regime than Philadelphia," while speaking to supporters at Temple University on Saturday evening in the key battleground state of Pennsylvania . "Under crooked Joe, the city of brotherly love is being ravaged by bloodshed and crime," Trump said while discussing recent shootings and crime statistics. He added: "Under the Trump administration, we're going to bring law and order and safety back to our streets. We are going to bring success back to our schools. We're going to bring prosperity back to our forgotten communities. And we are going to liberate our once great cities and make Philadelphia better and more beautiful than ever before." Trump told the packed crowd inside the Liacouras Center's 10,000-seat auditorium, "With your vote, Joe Biden's wave of bedlam and death and terror will begin to recede the moment I take the oath of office." TRUMP, BIDEN AIM TO USE DUELING RALLIES IN THESE STATES POST-DEBATE TO PUT EACH OTHER ON DEFENSE He also discussed illegal immigration and noted that some family members of Rachel Morin , a mother of five who was allegedly murdered last year on a Maryland hiking trail by Victor Martinez Hernandez — a migrant in the country illegally — were in the rally audience. "She wanted to stay in good shape and she ended up getting killed," Trump said, adding that he had just spoken to Morin's mother. "And a lot of Rachel's family is here. I have to say that they're incredible people," he said, adding that "they've gone through hell." TRUMP CAMPAIGN EXPANDS OPERATIONS IN MINNESOTA, VIRGINIA WITH OPENING OF ‘TRUMP FORCE 47' FIELD OFFICES Trump also said he was "deeply honored" to be joined at the rally by eight family members of service members killed in Biden's "catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan." He said to the families, "They're all looking down right now and they're proud of you, the parents and sisters and brothers. There are a lot of them here." Pennsylvania Senate candidate David McCormick also came up on stage during the rally, two months after Trump endorsed him. "We have a man who's a warrior, a great military person, an incredible guy, and we have to elect him as the U.S. senator from your state," Trump said of McCormick. McCormick told the crowd, "as a father of six daughters, it breaks my heart to hear about these young, young women that are raped and murdered by illegal migrants. Rachel's story is a heartbreaking thing. As a native son of Pennsylvania, it breaks my heart that 60% of Pennsylvanians are living paycheck to paycheck." He added, "We need a new president in the White House that's going to get our country back on track." FORMER OBAMA FUNDRAISER SAYS SHE'S DIVORCING THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY, VOTING FOR TRUMP FOR THE FIRST TIME Trump's Philadelphia rally came just days ahead of his first debate with President Biden next Thursday, and after rallies in other deeply Democratic areas like the Bronx, the Jersey Shore and Detroit. Winning the swing state in November is key for both Trump and Biden. Trump won the state narrowly in 2016, but Biden edged him out in 2020. Earlier Saturday, Trump spoke to conservative and faith voters at the Faith & Freedom Coalition's annual Road to Majority conference in Washington, D.C. "Never again will the federal government be used to target Americans of faith," Trump said at the event, referencing crackdowns on gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic. He got what appeared to be the loudest applause when speaking on illegal immigration, vowing to begin the "largest deportation operation in American history" on his first day in office. HOW BIDEN AND TRUMP ARE PREPARING FOR NEXT WEEK'S PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE Before Trump arrived in Philadelphia, supporters began to gather in the Liacouras Center, waving American flags and sporting Trump gear and "Make America Great Again" signs. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP On his way to the rally, Trump stopped at local Philadelphia sandwich shop Tony and Nick's Steaks to greet customers and employees. Trump left the employees a $500 tip on his sandwich, reiterating that he'll end taxes on tips if elected, former New Jersey Senate candidate Mike Crispi said on X.

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Trump says 'few communities have suffered more under the Biden regime than Philadelphia' in rally stop. Former President Trump claimed that "few communities have suffered more under the Biden regime than Philadelphia," while speaking to supporters at Temple University on Saturday evening in the key battleground state of Pennsylvania . "Under crooked Joe, the city of brotherly love is being ravaged by bloodshed and crime," Trump said while discussing recent shootings and crime statistics. He added: "Under the Trump administration, we're going to bring law and order and safety back to our streets. We are going to bring success back to our schools. We're going to bring prosperity back to our forgotten communities. And we are going to liberate our once great cities and make Philadelphia better and more beautiful than ever before." Trump told the packed crowd inside the Liacouras Center's 10,000-seat auditorium, "With your vote, Joe Biden's wave of bedlam and death and terror will begin to recede the moment I take the oath of office." TRUMP, BIDEN AIM TO USE DUELING RALLIES IN THESE STATES POST-DEBATE TO PUT EACH OTHER ON DEFENSE He also discussed illegal immigration and noted that some family members of Rachel Morin , a mother of five who was allegedly murdered last year on a Maryland hiking trail by Victor Martinez Hernandez — a migrant in the country illegally — were in the rally audience. "She wanted to stay in good shape and she ended up getting killed," Trump said, adding that he had just spoken to Morin's mother. "And a lot of Rachel's family is here. I have to say that they're incredible people," he said, adding that "they've gone through hell." TRUMP CAMPAIGN EXPANDS OPERATIONS IN MINNESOTA, VIRGINIA WITH OPENING OF ‘TRUMP FORCE 47' FIELD OFFICES Trump also said he was "deeply honored" to be joined at the rally by eight family members of service members killed in Biden's "catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan." He said to the families, "They're all looking down right now and they're proud of you, the parents and sisters and brothers. There are a lot of them here." Pennsylvania Senate candidate David McCormick also came up on stage during the rally, two months after Trump endorsed him. "We have a man who's a warrior, a great military person, an incredible guy, and we have to elect him as the U.S. senator from your state," Trump said of McCormick. McCormick told the crowd, "as a father of six daughters, it breaks my heart to hear about these young, young women that are raped and murdered by illegal migrants. Rachel's story is a heartbreaking thing. As a native son of Pennsylvania, it breaks my heart that 60% of Pennsylvanians are living paycheck to paycheck." He added, "We need a new president in the White House that's going to get our country back on track." FORMER OBAMA FUNDRAISER SAYS SHE'S DIVORCING THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY, VOTING FOR TRUMP FOR THE FIRST TIME Trump's Philadelphia rally came just days ahead of his first debate with President Biden next Thursday, and after rallies in other deeply Democratic areas like the Bronx, the Jersey Shore and Detroit. Winning the swing state in November is key for both Trump and Biden. Trump won the state narrowly in 2016, but Biden edged him out in 2020. Earlier Saturday, Trump spoke to conservative and faith voters at the Faith & Freedom Coalition's annual Road to Majority conference in Washington, D.C. "Never again will the federal government be used to target Americans of faith," Trump said at the event, referencing crackdowns on gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic. He got what appeared to be the loudest applause when speaking on illegal immigration, vowing to begin the "largest deportation operation in American history" on his first day in office. HOW BIDEN AND TRUMP ARE PREPARING FOR NEXT WEEK'S PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE Before Trump arrived in Philadelphia, supporters began to gather in the Liacouras Center, waving American flags and sporting Trump gear and "Make America Great Again" signs. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP On his way to the rally, Trump stopped at local Philadelphia sandwich shop Tony and Nick's Steaks to greet customers and employees. Trump left the employees a $500 tip on his sandwich, reiterating that he'll end taxes on tips if elected, former New Jersey Senate candidate Mike Crispi said on X.

Rishi Sunak went without ‘lots of things’ including Sky TV as a child

Rishi Sunak has said that he went without "lots of things" as a child growing up in the UK, citing Sky TV as an example. In an interview with ITV to be broadcast on Wednesday, the prime minister said a lot of sacrifices were made by his parents as education was their priority. Pressed to give an example of something that he grew up without, Sunak said: "There'll be all sorts of things that I would've wanted as a kid that I couldn't have. Famously, Sky TV, so that was something that we never had growing up actually." Sunak, who was educated at the private boarding school Winchester College in Hampshire, said: "What is more important is my values and how I was raised. And I was raised in a household where hard work was really important … service to your community was important. And my parents worked very hard for what they had and they wanted their kids to have a better life." The interview with ITV's Paul Brand created a big election headache for Sunak last week, with the prime minister forced to apologise for missing part of the D-day commemorations in France to record it. The prime minister was heavily criticised for leaving the 80th anniversary events early for a pre-recorded programme, with opposition parties calling it crass and a dereliction of duty. During the interview, the Conservative leader apologised to Brand for his lateness and told him the "incredible" commemorations in Normandy "all just ran over". When asked if he had the opportunity to meet any of the veterans, the prime minister replied: "Gosh, lots over yesterday and today. Yeah. I've already spoke to almost everyone that was there, I hope." The Tory leader also gave his view on Nigel Farage, the Reform leader, who claimed the prime minister did not "care" about British history after his decision to leave the D-day events.

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Rishi Sunak went without ‘lots of things’ including Sky TV as a child. Rishi Sunak has said that he went without "lots of things" as a child growing up in the UK, citing Sky TV as an example. In an interview with ITV to be broadcast on Wednesday, the prime minister said a lot of sacrifices were made by his parents as education was their priority. Pressed to give an example of something that he grew up without, Sunak said: "There'll be all sorts of things that I would've wanted as a kid that I couldn't have. Famously, Sky TV, so that was something that we never had growing up actually." Sunak, who was educated at the private boarding school Winchester College in Hampshire, said: "What is more important is my values and how I was raised. And I was raised in a household where hard work was really important … service to your community was important. And my parents worked very hard for what they had and they wanted their kids to have a better life." The interview with ITV's Paul Brand created a big election headache for Sunak last week, with the prime minister forced to apologise for missing part of the D-day commemorations in France to record it. The prime minister was heavily criticised for leaving the 80th anniversary events early for a pre-recorded programme, with opposition parties calling it crass and a dereliction of duty. During the interview, the Conservative leader apologised to Brand for his lateness and told him the "incredible" commemorations in Normandy "all just ran over". When asked if he had the opportunity to meet any of the veterans, the prime minister replied: "Gosh, lots over yesterday and today. Yeah. I've already spoke to almost everyone that was there, I hope." The Tory leader also gave his view on Nigel Farage, the Reform leader, who claimed the prime minister did not "care" about British history after his decision to leave the D-day events.

Carlyle closes AASET 2024-1 single tranche ABS

Carlyle Aviation has closed its $428.051 million single tranche asset backed securitisation (ABS) transaction AASET 2-24-1, the fourteenth iteration of its AASET series, which marks the reopening of the aviation ABS market after a more than two year hiatus. AASET 2024-1 comprises $428.051 million Class A-1 notes to be secured on a portfolio of 12 […]

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Carlyle closes AASET 2024-1 single tranche ABS. Carlyle Aviation has closed its $428.051 million single tranche asset backed securitisation (ABS) transaction AASET 2-24-1, the fourteenth iteration of its AASET series, which marks the reopening of the aviation ABS market after a more than two year hiatus. AASET 2024-1 comprises $428.051 million Class A-1 notes to be secured on a portfolio of 12 […]

Will Macron's&#160;'big gamble'&#160;election pay&#160;off? |&#160;Lib Dems promise 'to save the NHS'

Their success has already led to a fall in the value of the euro as markets anticipate turbulent times ahead. President Macron's high-risk response to his Renaissance party losing to Marine Le Pen's National Rally was to call a snap election for the French parliament. Niall Paterson talks to Sky's Europe correspondent Adam Parsons about what's behind the far-right surge and Macron's decision. Plus, the Liberal Democrats launch their manifesto saying it's fully costed. Niall asks economics editor Ed Conway if their numbers add up and he talks to Jon Craig, our chief political correspondent, to find out more about their policies.

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Will Macron's&#160;'big gamble'&#160;election pay&#160;off? |&#160;Lib Dems promise 'to save the NHS'. Their success has already led to a fall in the value of the euro as markets anticipate turbulent times ahead. President Macron's high-risk response to his Renaissance party losing to Marine Le Pen's National Rally was to call a snap election for the French parliament. Niall Paterson talks to Sky's Europe correspondent Adam Parsons about what's behind the far-right surge and Macron's decision. Plus, the Liberal Democrats launch their manifesto saying it's fully costed. Niall asks economics editor Ed Conway if their numbers add up and he talks to Jon Craig, our chief political correspondent, to find out more about their policies.

Hilco Global's Thomas Boniface Honored as One of SFNet's 2024 40 Under 40

Hilco Global is proud to announce that Thomas Boniface, Senior Vice President of Hilco Commercial Industrial (HCI), has been honored as one of The Secured Finance Network's (SFNet) 2024 40 Under 40. This recognition celebrates the best and brightest young professionals in the secured finance industry. The 40 Under 40 Awards Gala will take place on June 13, 2024, at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York City, where honorees and industry leaders will gather for an evening of celebration, including cocktails, dining, and a festive recognition ceremony. Thomas Boniface, Senior Vice President of Hilco Commercial Industrial Mr. Boniface joined Hilco Global in 2015 and has since played a pivotal role in the company's growth and success. As Senior Vice President at Hilco Commercial Industrial, he leverages his strong financial acumen and deep industrial knowledge to originate new business across various segments, including going concern acquisitions, special situations lending, and asset monetization. In addition to his business development efforts, Mr. Boniface has been instrumental in supporting Hilco's strategic growth initiatives. His innovative and metrics-based approach has enhanced the company's agility in sourcing investment opportunities, driving growth, and maximizing value for clients. Before his current role, Mr. Boniface served as Vice President at Hilco Valuation Services, where he significantly expanded the Central US and Canadian markets. His tenure at Hilco has been marked by hundreds of successful transactions across diverse industries, advising a range of stakeholders on complex, multi-asset deals. Thomas Boniface is also active in several industry organizations, including the Secured Finance Network, Turnaround Management Association, and the Association for Corporate Growth. He is committed to philanthropy through his involvement with Swim Across America and various Hilco Helps initiatives. "We are thrilled to see Tom recognized for his outstanding contributions to the secured finance industry," said Steven Tanzi, CEO of Hilco Commercial Industrial. "His dedication, expertise, and leadership have been invaluable to our company and our clients." About Hilco Global: Hilco Global ( ) is a privately held diversified financial services company and the world's preeminent authority on maximizing the value of assets for both healthy and distressed companies. Hilco Global financial services leverage a unique blend of deep restructuring, and principal investing. Hilco Global delivers customized solutions to undervalued, high potential companies to resolve complex and stressed situations and enhance long-term enterprise value. Hilco Global operates as a holding company comprised of over twenty specialized business units that work to help companies understand the value of their assets and as needed monetize the value. Hilco Global has almost 4 decades of a successful track record of acting as an advisor, agent, investor and/or principal in any transaction. Currently, the company has $3 Billion in assets under management. Hilco Global works to deliver the best possible result by aligning interests with clients and providing them strategic insight, advice, and, in many instances, the capital required to complete the deal. Hilco Global is based in Northbrook, Illinois and has more than 800 professionals operating on five continents with US offices located in

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Hilco Global's Thomas Boniface Honored as One of SFNet's 2024 40 Under 40. Hilco Global is proud to announce that Thomas Boniface, Senior Vice President of Hilco Commercial Industrial (HCI), has been honored as one of The Secured Finance Network's (SFNet) 2024 40 Under 40. This recognition celebrates the best and brightest young professionals in the secured finance industry. The 40 Under 40 Awards Gala will take place on June 13, 2024, at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York City, where honorees and industry leaders will gather for an evening of celebration, including cocktails, dining, and a festive recognition ceremony. Thomas Boniface, Senior Vice President of Hilco Commercial Industrial Mr. Boniface joined Hilco Global in 2015 and has since played a pivotal role in the company's growth and success. As Senior Vice President at Hilco Commercial Industrial, he leverages his strong financial acumen and deep industrial knowledge to originate new business across various segments, including going concern acquisitions, special situations lending, and asset monetization. In addition to his business development efforts, Mr. Boniface has been instrumental in supporting Hilco's strategic growth initiatives. His innovative and metrics-based approach has enhanced the company's agility in sourcing investment opportunities, driving growth, and maximizing value for clients. Before his current role, Mr. Boniface served as Vice President at Hilco Valuation Services, where he significantly expanded the Central US and Canadian markets. His tenure at Hilco has been marked by hundreds of successful transactions across diverse industries, advising a range of stakeholders on complex, multi-asset deals. Thomas Boniface is also active in several industry organizations, including the Secured Finance Network, Turnaround Management Association, and the Association for Corporate Growth. He is committed to philanthropy through his involvement with Swim Across America and various Hilco Helps initiatives. "We are thrilled to see Tom recognized for his outstanding contributions to the secured finance industry," said Steven Tanzi, CEO of Hilco Commercial Industrial. "His dedication, expertise, and leadership have been invaluable to our company and our clients." About Hilco Global: Hilco Global ( ) is a privately held diversified financial services company and the world's preeminent authority on maximizing the value of assets for both healthy and distressed companies. Hilco Global financial services leverage a unique blend of deep restructuring, and principal investing. Hilco Global delivers customized solutions to undervalued, high potential companies to resolve complex and stressed situations and enhance long-term enterprise value. Hilco Global operates as a holding company comprised of over twenty specialized business units that work to help companies understand the value of their assets and as needed monetize the value. Hilco Global has almost 4 decades of a successful track record of acting as an advisor, agent, investor and/or principal in any transaction. Currently, the company has $3 Billion in assets under management. Hilco Global works to deliver the best possible result by aligning interests with clients and providing them strategic insight, advice, and, in many instances, the capital required to complete the deal. Hilco Global is based in Northbrook, Illinois and has more than 800 professionals operating on five continents with US offices located in

Southgate's 'secret weapon'? - Palmer's rise to England hopeful

Many in the football world were shocked when Palmer left Manchester City for Chelsea in a £42.5m deal on 1 September. He had started this season well, scoring for City in the Community Shield defeat by Arsenal and the Uefa Super Cup win over Sevilla. Both of those goals came after he had played a key role in England winning the European Under-21 Championship in Georgia. Many considered it a risk for Palmer to leave his boyhood club, who had just won the Treble, and where he had started to break through, making 13 starts in a total of 41 senior appearances. But City manager Pep Guardiola was not willing to allow a loan - so Palmer made a permanent switch and backed himself to succeed. Palmer became the first Chelsea player to be directly involved in 25-plus goals in a single Premier League season since Eden Hazard finished the 2018-19 season with a tally of 31. In the Premier League during the season just completed, only Erling Haaland scored more goals than Palmer, and only Ollie Watkins provided more assists. Palmer's combined total of goals and assists for the campaign is greater than any other player from Europe's big five leagues who started the season aged 21 or under. It has been quite a 12 months for a player who was an unused substitute when City won the Champions League by beating Inter Milan in Istanbul. Former Chelsea and Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas told BBC Sport: "I remember I was doing the Champions League final last summer. He was just warming up there, being one of these young players coming up, enjoying the experience, not being basically selected or looked at to feature in the game. "And then all of a sudden - a big move to Chelsea. He starts performing at a very high level with a lot of quality and personality. He wants the ball, he makes things happen - the final pass, he scores goals. "I was a little bit surprised by the move to Chelsea. I have to say I've been very impressed. I didn't expect this type of impact and he has been the player of the year without any doubt for Chelsea." 'He could be another weapon internationally' While Palmer is expected to be in Southgate's travelling squad, his place in England's starting XI is far from assured. Looking at his numbers in the Premier League this season, an outsider may find that surprising, but he finds himself in direct competition with Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka, James Maddison, Anthony Gordon and Jarrod Bowen. Palmer's preferred position is off the right, but he has shown for Chelsea he can play anywhere across the front line, and in a deeper midfield position. Former England defender Rio Ferdinand told TNT Sport: "He is a wonderful talent. He has been the centre of attention in a couple of WhatsApp groups I'm involved in. "One of my friends likened him to a Chris Waddle-type player. He has superb skill, his balance is mesmeric, it's phenomenal. "He is somebody that you look at with England. He is a great option. He is somebody that not everybody will know too much about on the European stage, international stage. "He could be another weapon, internationally."

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Southgate's 'secret weapon'? - Palmer's rise to England hopeful. Many in the football world were shocked when Palmer left Manchester City for Chelsea in a £42.5m deal on 1 September. He had started this season well, scoring for City in the Community Shield defeat by Arsenal and the Uefa Super Cup win over Sevilla. Both of those goals came after he had played a key role in England winning the European Under-21 Championship in Georgia. Many considered it a risk for Palmer to leave his boyhood club, who had just won the Treble, and where he had started to break through, making 13 starts in a total of 41 senior appearances. But City manager Pep Guardiola was not willing to allow a loan - so Palmer made a permanent switch and backed himself to succeed. Palmer became the first Chelsea player to be directly involved in 25-plus goals in a single Premier League season since Eden Hazard finished the 2018-19 season with a tally of 31. In the Premier League during the season just completed, only Erling Haaland scored more goals than Palmer, and only Ollie Watkins provided more assists. Palmer's combined total of goals and assists for the campaign is greater than any other player from Europe's big five leagues who started the season aged 21 or under. It has been quite a 12 months for a player who was an unused substitute when City won the Champions League by beating Inter Milan in Istanbul. Former Chelsea and Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas told BBC Sport: "I remember I was doing the Champions League final last summer. He was just warming up there, being one of these young players coming up, enjoying the experience, not being basically selected or looked at to feature in the game. "And then all of a sudden - a big move to Chelsea. He starts performing at a very high level with a lot of quality and personality. He wants the ball, he makes things happen - the final pass, he scores goals. "I was a little bit surprised by the move to Chelsea. I have to say I've been very impressed. I didn't expect this type of impact and he has been the player of the year without any doubt for Chelsea." 'He could be another weapon internationally' While Palmer is expected to be in Southgate's travelling squad, his place in England's starting XI is far from assured. Looking at his numbers in the Premier League this season, an outsider may find that surprising, but he finds himself in direct competition with Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka, James Maddison, Anthony Gordon and Jarrod Bowen. Palmer's preferred position is off the right, but he has shown for Chelsea he can play anywhere across the front line, and in a deeper midfield position. Former England defender Rio Ferdinand told TNT Sport: "He is a wonderful talent. He has been the centre of attention in a couple of WhatsApp groups I'm involved in. "One of my friends likened him to a Chris Waddle-type player. He has superb skill, his balance is mesmeric, it's phenomenal. "He is somebody that you look at with England. He is a great option. He is somebody that not everybody will know too much about on the European stage, international stage. "He could be another weapon, internationally."

Lucid Announces Appointment of Lisa M. Lambert to Board of Directors

June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID ), maker of the world's most advanced electric vehicles, today announced the election of Lisa M. Lambert to its board of directors effective immediately. Lambert was elected at Lucid's 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and will bring extensive technology experience to Lucid after having led sustainability, infrastructure and technology projects at companies ranging from Intel to National Grid. Lucid Group announced the election of Lisa M. Lambert to its board of directors effective immediately. Lambert was elected at Lucid's 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and will bring extensive technology experience to Lucid after having led sustainability, infrastructure and technology projects at companies ranging from Intel to National Grid. "Lucid's team has not only reimagined what an electric vehicle can be but has also pushed the industry to rethink the role that efficiency and advanced technology play in moving us all toward a more sustainable future," said Lambert. "I'm delighted to be joining the Lucid board of directors and am excited to be part of the company's next stage of growth." Lambert currently serves as Chief Investment Officer, Private Markets at the George Kaiser Family Foundation. Between 2018 and 2023, Lambert served as Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at National Grid Plc as well as Founder and President of National Grid Partners. In her role at National Grid, Lambert was responsible for leading investments and innovations across the company. Previously, Lambert also served as Managing Partner at The Westly Group and worked at Intel for almost two decades, holding various leadership positions including Vice President and Managing Director of the Software and Services Fund for Intel Capital, and Founder and Managing Director of the Intel Capital Diversity Fund. She also currently serves on the board of directors for Vital Energy, Inc. and UL Solutions, Inc. "As we build a more sustainable future, Lisa's deep background in technology, innovation and sustainability will help guide our company's aggressive growth plans," said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO at Lucid. Lucid's board is composed of nine members. The company's other board members, Turqi Alnowaiser, Lucid's mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating advanced technologies and the most captivating luxury electric vehicles centered around the human experience. The Company's first car, the Air, is a state-of-the-art luxury sedan with a California -inspired design. Assembled at Lucid's factories in Casa Grande, Arizona, and King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC),

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Lucid Announces Appointment of Lisa M. Lambert to Board of Directors. June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID ), maker of the world's most advanced electric vehicles, today announced the election of Lisa M. Lambert to its board of directors effective immediately. Lambert was elected at Lucid's 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and will bring extensive technology experience to Lucid after having led sustainability, infrastructure and technology projects at companies ranging from Intel to National Grid. Lucid Group announced the election of Lisa M. Lambert to its board of directors effective immediately. Lambert was elected at Lucid's 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and will bring extensive technology experience to Lucid after having led sustainability, infrastructure and technology projects at companies ranging from Intel to National Grid. "Lucid's team has not only reimagined what an electric vehicle can be but has also pushed the industry to rethink the role that efficiency and advanced technology play in moving us all toward a more sustainable future," said Lambert. "I'm delighted to be joining the Lucid board of directors and am excited to be part of the company's next stage of growth." Lambert currently serves as Chief Investment Officer, Private Markets at the George Kaiser Family Foundation. Between 2018 and 2023, Lambert served as Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at National Grid Plc as well as Founder and President of National Grid Partners. In her role at National Grid, Lambert was responsible for leading investments and innovations across the company. Previously, Lambert also served as Managing Partner at The Westly Group and worked at Intel for almost two decades, holding various leadership positions including Vice President and Managing Director of the Software and Services Fund for Intel Capital, and Founder and Managing Director of the Intel Capital Diversity Fund. She also currently serves on the board of directors for Vital Energy, Inc. and UL Solutions, Inc. "As we build a more sustainable future, Lisa's deep background in technology, innovation and sustainability will help guide our company's aggressive growth plans," said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO at Lucid. Lucid's board is composed of nine members. The company's other board members, Turqi Alnowaiser, Lucid's mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating advanced technologies and the most captivating luxury electric vehicles centered around the human experience. The Company's first car, the Air, is a state-of-the-art luxury sedan with a California -inspired design. Assembled at Lucid's factories in Casa Grande, Arizona, and King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC),

Penny Forward Unveils 'Employment Essentials' Course to Transform Job Searching for the Blind

July 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nation eagerly anticipates a midsummer pause to reflect on our nation's independence, Penny Forward INC, a dedicated 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization rooted in Minnesota, is thrilled to unveil its new financial literacy initiative designed to empower greater independence within the visually impaired community. Entitled "Employment Essentials: A Guide to Finding and Landing a Great Job," this transformative course pledges to equip the over 20 million Americans with vision loss with the tools necessary for a successful job search. Despite daunting statistics from the National Federation of the Blind showing that only 29 percent of working-age individuals in the blind community are employed full-time, and over a million are living below the poverty line, hope sparks anew with education. The American Foundation for the Blind highlights the importance of education, networking, mentorship, and personal competencies which are crucial for career advancement among those with vision loss. The "Employment Essentials" course at Penny Forward INC addresses these challenges head-on. This program is a beacon of hope, offering clarity and confidence for those navigating job searches and employer communications concerning vision impairment. Course participants will begin: Understanding social security work incentive programs and aligning them with career and financial goals. Identifying personal strengths, passions, and professional aspirations. Building a personal brand with practical tips on resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and networking. Enhancing their social media presence strategically. Mastering networking strategies to elevate their self-worth, showcase their value, and demonstrate employable skills. Developing confidence in self-presentation, including interview and networking techniques. Tailoring strategies for disclosing their vision impairment effectively. Penny Forward INC is dedicated to reducing the anxiety and stress associated with job searching for the blind and visually impaired. This course empowers participants to make informed decisions for their financial well-being and career advancement. Christopher Peterson, Founder and CEO of Penny Forward INC, states, "With the 'Employment Essentials' course, we are laying down the cornerstone of knowledge that will enable individuals with vision impairments to confidently tackle the job market. Our commitment to promoting financial literacy and inclusivity stands firm, as we strive to ensure every member of our community achieves economic stability and a promising future." The "Employment Essentials" course is readily accessible through Penny Forward INC's website and its iOS and Android apps, making it available to blind individuals nationwide. For more details and to enroll, please visit Founded in 2021, Penny Forward is a nonprofit organization founded and led by people who are blind. Through education, mentoring, and mutual support, they help their community learn to confidently navigate the complicated landscape of personal finance. They envision a world where people who are blind are financially secure, have the financial capability to confidently weather hard times, take advantage of life-changing opportunities, and more powerfully impact causes they care deeply about. Since their founding, they have served over thirty thousand visitors to their website, released nearly 100 podcast episodes, launched six online courses, held over 80 workshops, and exhibited at the American Council of the Blind and National Federation of the Blind national consumer conventions. Their work is supported by individual donations and generous corporate sponsorships from

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Penny Forward Unveils 'Employment Essentials' Course to Transform Job Searching for the Blind. July 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the nation eagerly anticipates a midsummer pause to reflect on our nation's independence, Penny Forward INC, a dedicated 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization rooted in Minnesota, is thrilled to unveil its new financial literacy initiative designed to empower greater independence within the visually impaired community. Entitled "Employment Essentials: A Guide to Finding and Landing a Great Job," this transformative course pledges to equip the over 20 million Americans with vision loss with the tools necessary for a successful job search. Despite daunting statistics from the National Federation of the Blind showing that only 29 percent of working-age individuals in the blind community are employed full-time, and over a million are living below the poverty line, hope sparks anew with education. The American Foundation for the Blind highlights the importance of education, networking, mentorship, and personal competencies which are crucial for career advancement among those with vision loss. The "Employment Essentials" course at Penny Forward INC addresses these challenges head-on. This program is a beacon of hope, offering clarity and confidence for those navigating job searches and employer communications concerning vision impairment. Course participants will begin: Understanding social security work incentive programs and aligning them with career and financial goals. Identifying personal strengths, passions, and professional aspirations. Building a personal brand with practical tips on resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and networking. Enhancing their social media presence strategically. Mastering networking strategies to elevate their self-worth, showcase their value, and demonstrate employable skills. Developing confidence in self-presentation, including interview and networking techniques. Tailoring strategies for disclosing their vision impairment effectively. Penny Forward INC is dedicated to reducing the anxiety and stress associated with job searching for the blind and visually impaired. This course empowers participants to make informed decisions for their financial well-being and career advancement. Christopher Peterson, Founder and CEO of Penny Forward INC, states, "With the 'Employment Essentials' course, we are laying down the cornerstone of knowledge that will enable individuals with vision impairments to confidently tackle the job market. Our commitment to promoting financial literacy and inclusivity stands firm, as we strive to ensure every member of our community achieves economic stability and a promising future." The "Employment Essentials" course is readily accessible through Penny Forward INC's website and its iOS and Android apps, making it available to blind individuals nationwide. For more details and to enroll, please visit Founded in 2021, Penny Forward is a nonprofit organization founded and led by people who are blind. Through education, mentoring, and mutual support, they help their community learn to confidently navigate the complicated landscape of personal finance. They envision a world where people who are blind are financially secure, have the financial capability to confidently weather hard times, take advantage of life-changing opportunities, and more powerfully impact causes they care deeply about. Since their founding, they have served over thirty thousand visitors to their website, released nearly 100 podcast episodes, launched six online courses, held over 80 workshops, and exhibited at the American Council of the Blind and National Federation of the Blind national consumer conventions. Their work is supported by individual donations and generous corporate sponsorships from

Zimbabwe’s new dinosaur discovery: inside the find

Visitors to Lake Kariba – the world’s largest man-made lake, along the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe – come to enjoy the abundant wildlife, fine fishing or spectacular scenery. However, in 2017, our crew of palaeontologists came to Zimbabwe to hunt game of a different kind: dinosaurs. Many of our discoveries are still under study, but the team has just announced its first new dinosaur , dubbed Musankwa sanyatiensis . At first sight, it’s unremarkable – just a few bones from a single hind leg. It was found with the thigh, shin and ankle bones still connected, but weathering out on the shore of Spurwing Island. However, once it was cleaned and back in the laboratory at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, close comparisons with other Late Triassic (235-199 million years ago) dinosaurs from Africa and elsewhere revealed that it had several unique features that marked it out as a previously unknown species. Those features included the shapes and sizes of the areas where the muscles would have attached to the bones. Musankwa is only the fourth dinosaur to be named from Zimbabwe and the first named from the mid-Zambezi Basin (north Zimbabwe, southern Zambia) for 50 years. Although the material is incomplete, its close relatives were large, bipedal herbivores (plant-eating creatures that walked on two legs) with long necks, small, lightly built skulls, pillar-like hindlimbs, and sturdy tails. Musankwa would have looked very similar overall, and calculations (based on its limb bones) show it would have weighed a hefty 390kg – about the same as a horse. Lake Kariba expeditions Lake Kariba sits at the heart of a vast geological feature, the Mid-Zambezi Basin, which covers north-western Zimbabwe and extends into neighbouring Zambia. This deep, bowl-like structure is filled with thousands of metres of strikingly coloured, brick red mudstones and sandstones that were deposited by ancient river systems during the Late Triassic and Early Jurassic periods (235-176 million years ago). In the 1970s, pioneering Zimbabwean palaeontologists Geoffrey Bond and Michael Raath discovered remains of an enormous dinosaur on one of the islands dotting the lake. But the remoteness of the region made further work difficult, and they did not return to build on their earlier success. As a result, the area was overlooked by other dinosaur scientists, even though there was clear potential for new discoveries to be made. A few years later, a small band of dedicated fossil sleuths led by Steve Edwards – a local safari camp manager – started making new discoveries of teeth and bones around the lake. News of these finds quickly filtered through the close-knit community of southern African palaeontologists, reaching the team at the University of the Witwatersrand, in Johannesburg. After discussions, a plan was hatched to visit the area in the hope of finding more complete material. In 2017-18, we were part of the joint team of Zimbabwean, South African and UK scientists that mounted two expeditions to Lake Kariba, using the houseboat Musankwa as our floating laboratory. The houseboat was essential to our trip: it allowed us to cover large distances, and transport our gear and finds. It also gave us somewhere safe to stay – camping was not permitted in Matusadona National Park due to the large populations of elephant, hippo and other game present. It was in honour of our houseboat and the Sanyati River, which empties into the lake nearby, that we named our new dinosaur find Musankwa sanyatiensis . Ancient discoveries From the houseboat, we used small boats to reach shore and to navigate the sinuous inlets heading inland. Our days on Lake Kariba involved finding promising patches of bare rock along the shore and exploring these in the hope of finding bone. Fossil bone turned out to be common and we started adding many new locations to those reported historically. Although the lake shore is flat and the walking was easy, temperatures and humidity were always high (around 40°C), meaning even gentle strolls or attempts to dig involved working up a sweat. We also had to be on the alert for the local wildlife, which we encountered daily, so we often spent as much time looking up and around us as we did with eyes on the ground. Starting from the spots that Steve identified we quickly found new material, including the teeth, jaw bones and armour plates of a crocodile-like aquatic predator called a phytosaur (the first example of this group to be discovered in southern Africa). We also found lungfish teeth and dinosaur bones. Detailed geological study revealed that these fossils were deposited in an ancient freshwater swamp – a surprise as most other fossil localities in this part of the world were laid down in drier, more arid environments. Unknown histories Our newly discovered Musankwa sanyatiensis specimen, and others still being studied, highlight the potential of Zimbabwe for more new dinosaur discoveries. This helps to fill a major gap in our knowledge of African dinosaurs in general. Currently, we know relatively little of dinosaur history in this part of the world – the continent’s size is both a blessing and a curse for palaeontologists. However, we hope that this work will help to mark the start of a new chapter in understanding Zimbabwe’s deep past. Palaeontologist Tim Broderick, from the Zimbabwe Geological Survey and of Jeremy Prince and Associates, Groundwater Consultants, and Darlington Munyikwa, from the National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe, contributed to the research and this article. Paul Barrett and the other authors of this article received funding from GENUS and PAST. Jonah Choiniere receives funding from South Africa's National Research Foundation, GENUS: the DSI/NRF Centre of Excellence for Palaeosciences; and PAST: the Palaeontological Scientific Trust. Kimberley E.J. Chapelle receives funding from South Africa's National Research Foundation, GENUS: the DSI/NRF Centre of Excellence for Palaeosciences; and PAST: the Palaeontological Scientific Trust. Lara Sciscio receives funding from Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and has previously received funding from the DSI/NRF Centre of Excellence in Palaeosciences. Michel Zondo works for the Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe. His studies and research have been funded by PAST.

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Zimbabwe’s new dinosaur discovery: inside the find. Visitors to Lake Kariba – the world’s largest man-made lake, along the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe – come to enjoy the abundant wildlife, fine fishing or spectacular scenery. However, in 2017, our crew of palaeontologists came to Zimbabwe to hunt game of a different kind: dinosaurs. Many of our discoveries are still under study, but the team has just announced its first new dinosaur , dubbed Musankwa sanyatiensis . At first sight, it’s unremarkable – just a few bones from a single hind leg. It was found with the thigh, shin and ankle bones still connected, but weathering out on the shore of Spurwing Island. However, once it was cleaned and back in the laboratory at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, close comparisons with other Late Triassic (235-199 million years ago) dinosaurs from Africa and elsewhere revealed that it had several unique features that marked it out as a previously unknown species. Those features included the shapes and sizes of the areas where the muscles would have attached to the bones. Musankwa is only the fourth dinosaur to be named from Zimbabwe and the first named from the mid-Zambezi Basin (north Zimbabwe, southern Zambia) for 50 years. Although the material is incomplete, its close relatives were large, bipedal herbivores (plant-eating creatures that walked on two legs) with long necks, small, lightly built skulls, pillar-like hindlimbs, and sturdy tails. Musankwa would have looked very similar overall, and calculations (based on its limb bones) show it would have weighed a hefty 390kg – about the same as a horse. Lake Kariba expeditions Lake Kariba sits at the heart of a vast geological feature, the Mid-Zambezi Basin, which covers north-western Zimbabwe and extends into neighbouring Zambia. This deep, bowl-like structure is filled with thousands of metres of strikingly coloured, brick red mudstones and sandstones that were deposited by ancient river systems during the Late Triassic and Early Jurassic periods (235-176 million years ago). In the 1970s, pioneering Zimbabwean palaeontologists Geoffrey Bond and Michael Raath discovered remains of an enormous dinosaur on one of the islands dotting the lake. But the remoteness of the region made further work difficult, and they did not return to build on their earlier success. As a result, the area was overlooked by other dinosaur scientists, even though there was clear potential for new discoveries to be made. A few years later, a small band of dedicated fossil sleuths led by Steve Edwards – a local safari camp manager – started making new discoveries of teeth and bones around the lake. News of these finds quickly filtered through the close-knit community of southern African palaeontologists, reaching the team at the University of the Witwatersrand, in Johannesburg. After discussions, a plan was hatched to visit the area in the hope of finding more complete material. In 2017-18, we were part of the joint team of Zimbabwean, South African and UK scientists that mounted two expeditions to Lake Kariba, using the houseboat Musankwa as our floating laboratory. The houseboat was essential to our trip: it allowed us to cover large distances, and transport our gear and finds. It also gave us somewhere safe to stay – camping was not permitted in Matusadona National Park due to the large populations of elephant, hippo and other game present. It was in honour of our houseboat and the Sanyati River, which empties into the lake nearby, that we named our new dinosaur find Musankwa sanyatiensis . Ancient discoveries From the houseboat, we used small boats to reach shore and to navigate the sinuous inlets heading inland. Our days on Lake Kariba involved finding promising patches of bare rock along the shore and exploring these in the hope of finding bone. Fossil bone turned out to be common and we started adding many new locations to those reported historically. Although the lake shore is flat and the walking was easy, temperatures and humidity were always high (around 40°C), meaning even gentle strolls or attempts to dig involved working up a sweat. We also had to be on the alert for the local wildlife, which we encountered daily, so we often spent as much time looking up and around us as we did with eyes on the ground. Starting from the spots that Steve identified we quickly found new material, including the teeth, jaw bones and armour plates of a crocodile-like aquatic predator called a phytosaur (the first example of this group to be discovered in southern Africa). We also found lungfish teeth and dinosaur bones. Detailed geological study revealed that these fossils were deposited in an ancient freshwater swamp – a surprise as most other fossil localities in this part of the world were laid down in drier, more arid environments. Unknown histories Our newly discovered Musankwa sanyatiensis specimen, and others still being studied, highlight the potential of Zimbabwe for more new dinosaur discoveries. This helps to fill a major gap in our knowledge of African dinosaurs in general. Currently, we know relatively little of dinosaur history in this part of the world – the continent’s size is both a blessing and a curse for palaeontologists. However, we hope that this work will help to mark the start of a new chapter in understanding Zimbabwe’s deep past. Palaeontologist Tim Broderick, from the Zimbabwe Geological Survey and of Jeremy Prince and Associates, Groundwater Consultants, and Darlington Munyikwa, from the National Museums and Monuments of Zimbabwe, contributed to the research and this article. Paul Barrett and the other authors of this article received funding from GENUS and PAST. Jonah Choiniere receives funding from South Africa's National Research Foundation, GENUS: the DSI/NRF Centre of Excellence for Palaeosciences; and PAST: the Palaeontological Scientific Trust. Kimberley E.J. Chapelle receives funding from South Africa's National Research Foundation, GENUS: the DSI/NRF Centre of Excellence for Palaeosciences; and PAST: the Palaeontological Scientific Trust. Lara Sciscio receives funding from Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and has previously received funding from the DSI/NRF Centre of Excellence in Palaeosciences. Michel Zondo works for the Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe. His studies and research have been funded by PAST.

Ascentage Pharma Announces Confidential Submission of Draft Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public Offering of American Depositary Shares

June 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascentage Pharma (6855.HK) announced that it has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form F-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") relating to the proposed initial public offering of American depositary shares representing its ordinary shares. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined. The initial public offering is expected to occur after the SEC completes its review process, subject to market and other conditions. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. Any offers, solicitations or offers to buy, or any sales of securities will be made in accordance with the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended ("Securities Act"). This announcement is being issued in accordance with Rule 135 under the Securities Act.

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Ascentage Pharma Announces Confidential Submission of Draft Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public Offering of American Depositary Shares. June 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascentage Pharma (6855.HK) announced that it has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form F-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") relating to the proposed initial public offering of American depositary shares representing its ordinary shares. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined. The initial public offering is expected to occur after the SEC completes its review process, subject to market and other conditions. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. Any offers, solicitations or offers to buy, or any sales of securities will be made in accordance with the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended ("Securities Act"). This announcement is being issued in accordance with Rule 135 under the Securities Act.

Lucius Partners Portfolio Company Algorithm Sciences, Inc. Closes on the Creation of a Majority Owned Subsidiary - Infusyn Therapeutics

Deal significantly reduces the operating expenses of Algorithm Sciences and concentrates the parent company's efforts towards pursuit of an IND for Pulmoprost June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Lucius Partners, LLC today announced that its portfolio company, Algorithm Sciences, Inc. (Algorithm), has closed on the creation of a majority owned subsidiary, Infusyn Therapeutics. Lucius Partners, LLC Logo (PRNewsfoto/Lucius Partners, LLC) Infusyn Therapeutics will manufacture and supply the Prometra II infusion pump, currently approved in chronic pain and spasticity markets. With renewed focus on building inventory and streamlining sales efforts, leadership anticipates this business to be cashflow positive within an 18-month timeframe. Infusyn Therapeutics will also seek to partner with companies developing programs similar to Pulmoprost, i.e., proprietary drug/device combinations, in other indications. The Company is also free to seek an expansion of approvals for the Prometra II infusion pump in ex-US jurisdictions. "This deal also marks the achievement of an ironclad supply agreement for the Prometra II pump. This ensures Algorithm's ongoing access to a key component of Pulmoprost, the company's lead candidate for the treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)," said CEO of Algorithm Sciences, Mike Tilton. Going forward, Algorithm will remain focused on development of Pulmoprost in PAH, now significantly less encumbered by operating expenses. Opening an IND would allow Algorithm to begin its single registrational trial, in accordance with the FDA's Special Protocol Assessment with the company. James Ahern, Managing Partner at Laidlaw & Company (UK) and Founder of Lucius Partners added, "Led by Mike Tilton, the Algorithm team's ability to execute this strategic transaction and secure financing is a testament to their capabilities as dynamic operators. In a world today where it is imperative in healthcare to evolve into a later stage de-risked opportunity to obtain capital, the execution of this transaction marches down that path. Algorithm can count on our continued support as a Lucius Partners portfolio company, we are looking forward to what the future holds."

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Lucius Partners Portfolio Company Algorithm Sciences, Inc. Closes on the Creation of a Majority Owned Subsidiary - Infusyn Therapeutics. Deal significantly reduces the operating expenses of Algorithm Sciences and concentrates the parent company's efforts towards pursuit of an IND for Pulmoprost June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Lucius Partners, LLC today announced that its portfolio company, Algorithm Sciences, Inc. (Algorithm), has closed on the creation of a majority owned subsidiary, Infusyn Therapeutics. Lucius Partners, LLC Logo (PRNewsfoto/Lucius Partners, LLC) Infusyn Therapeutics will manufacture and supply the Prometra II infusion pump, currently approved in chronic pain and spasticity markets. With renewed focus on building inventory and streamlining sales efforts, leadership anticipates this business to be cashflow positive within an 18-month timeframe. Infusyn Therapeutics will also seek to partner with companies developing programs similar to Pulmoprost, i.e., proprietary drug/device combinations, in other indications. The Company is also free to seek an expansion of approvals for the Prometra II infusion pump in ex-US jurisdictions. "This deal also marks the achievement of an ironclad supply agreement for the Prometra II pump. This ensures Algorithm's ongoing access to a key component of Pulmoprost, the company's lead candidate for the treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)," said CEO of Algorithm Sciences, Mike Tilton. Going forward, Algorithm will remain focused on development of Pulmoprost in PAH, now significantly less encumbered by operating expenses. Opening an IND would allow Algorithm to begin its single registrational trial, in accordance with the FDA's Special Protocol Assessment with the company. James Ahern, Managing Partner at Laidlaw & Company (UK) and Founder of Lucius Partners added, "Led by Mike Tilton, the Algorithm team's ability to execute this strategic transaction and secure financing is a testament to their capabilities as dynamic operators. In a world today where it is imperative in healthcare to evolve into a later stage de-risked opportunity to obtain capital, the execution of this transaction marches down that path. Algorithm can count on our continued support as a Lucius Partners portfolio company, we are looking forward to what the future holds."

MBUU Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Malibu Boats, Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit

The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Malibu Boats, Inc. ("Malibu Boats" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: MBUU ) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b -5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member. According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Malibu Boats pumped almost $100 million of its highest-margin but slow-moving inventory into 15 Tommy's Boats ("Tommy's") dealerships (the "Scheme"). The Company artificially inflated its financial performance including sales, market share, and stock value. The Company's scheme placed it at risk of a lawsuit from Tommy's. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading. When the market learned the truth about Malibu Boats, investors suffered damages. Join the case to recover your losses.

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MBUU Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Malibu Boats, Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit. The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Malibu Boats, Inc. ("Malibu Boats" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: MBUU ) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b -5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors who purchased the Company's securities between We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member. According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Malibu Boats pumped almost $100 million of its highest-margin but slow-moving inventory into 15 Tommy's Boats ("Tommy's") dealerships (the "Scheme"). The Company artificially inflated its financial performance including sales, market share, and stock value. The Company's scheme placed it at risk of a lawsuit from Tommy's. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading. When the market learned the truth about Malibu Boats, investors suffered damages. Join the case to recover your losses.

How To Pool Your United Airlines Miles With Friends

United Airlines now offers MileagePlus members the ability to pool miles with friends and family for shared travel rewards. Members can easily create and manage a shared miles pool, allowing for more flexibility in redeeming rewards. The pool has no contribution limits, but pooled miles can only be used for United-operated flights and award travel redemptions. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you need only a few thousand miles to cover your next award flight? This is a common occurrence, particularly for non-frequent fliers. United Airlines MileagePlus members now have the opportunity to pool their miles with family and friends. As United would call it "pooling dreams, destinations, and experiences", mile pooling allows the selected group of people to share miles. This article explores the ins and outs of mile pooling with one of the world largest airlines. United Airlines MileagePlus mile pooling In March, United Airlines announced that it is making it easier for MileagePlus members to share miles among friends and family through mile pooling. A shared reservoir of miles can be created among a selected group of members and used based on redeeming permissions. The airline aims to provide more flexibility to its MileagePlus members while reinforcing its position in the loyalty campaign. Photo: Wenjie Zheng | Shutterstock According to the Chief Operating Officer of the United Airlines MileagePlus program, Luc Bondar, "We're always looking for new ways to provide the most value to all of our loyalty members. MileagePlus miles pooling further reinforces United's position as the leader in family and group travel and gives our members more flexibility to use their miles while making it easier to connect to the destinations and moments that matter most, with the people that matter most." The MileagePlus miles pool Using the United Airlines miles pool is easy and free, enabling members to create and manage shared pools independently. These pools not only provide greater usage of award miles but also open more travel opportunities and destinations for members. United Airlines provides guides on creating, accessing, and managing miles pools. 6 Clever Ways To Use United Airlines MileagePlus Miles From upgrades to magazine subscriptions. Six clever suggestions are here to make the most of your miles. How to create a MileagePlus miles pool? The pool can be created for free by any MileagePlus member who is at least 18 years old. The creator of the miles pool takes on the role of the pool leader. The leader can invite other MileagePlus members to join the miles pool. Members can be anyone, including children with a valid MileagePlus account. A maximum of five members can join a miles pool. Members can only participate in one pool at a time. Managing the MileagePlus miles pool Every pool member can contribute their MileagePlus miles to the shared pool. Miles shared with the pool can be reversed within the first 24 hours, after which those cannot be returned. The pool leader manages the miles pool and can authorize pool members to redeem miles. When members depart from a pool, they lose access to their pool miles. Members are restricted from hopping between pools. A 90-day cooling period is necessary between departure from one pool and entering another. Pooling between friends Members can invite their friends, family, or a combination of both, including children, to be part of the pool. The five-person pool (including the pool leader) share their miles. It is common for friends, particularly college-going individuals, to create mile pools with friends they travel with. Members can join or exit the pool group at their discretion. Photo: Lukas Wunderlich | Shutterstock However, the airline limits the members' ability to hop between pools. The three-month cooling period enables members to think thoroughly when deciding about which pool to join. Moreover, members must also be prepared to lose their contributed miles when exiting the pool. While different pools may look fancier to members, they must wait at least three months before joining a different pool. Miles contributed to the shared pool being unavailable in the first 24 hours. This is to facilitate members who contribute to the pool only to realize they made a wrong decision. The transaction can be reversed within 24 hours, enabling any reversal by the customer. Related How To Fast-Track Your Status With United Airlines MileagePlus There are several methods for those looking to reach Premier 1K with United Airlines this year. Contribution and redemption limits Notably, there is no limit to how many miles can be contributed to the pool. This feature comes in handy when creating a pool with friends. Members can decide how many miles to contribute to the shared pool and how many to keep in their personal account. After 24 hours, the miles cannot be taken back. The Points Guy notes that pooling miles does not affect a member's status with the airline. A Premier status acquired by a member remains irrespective of the member's participation and contribution in a pool. United Airlines states that " Only members who are traveling on a ticket using the pooled miles will earn Premier qualifying points, not the MileagePlus member who contributed them. " Photo: MKPhoto12 | Shutterstock The only downside (per se) is that mile pooling only works for United-operated flights. That means people who plan to benefit from partner airlines with the Star Alliance network cannot utilize pooling. Moreover, United Airlines states that pooled miles can only be used for award travel redemptions, not for experiences or online shopping. What are your thoughts on the use of United Airlines MileagePlus miles pooling with friends? Have you used mile pooling with United? Share your experience in the comments section.

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How To Pool Your United Airlines Miles With Friends. United Airlines now offers MileagePlus members the ability to pool miles with friends and family for shared travel rewards. Members can easily create and manage a shared miles pool, allowing for more flexibility in redeeming rewards. The pool has no contribution limits, but pooled miles can only be used for United-operated flights and award travel redemptions. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you need only a few thousand miles to cover your next award flight? This is a common occurrence, particularly for non-frequent fliers. United Airlines MileagePlus members now have the opportunity to pool their miles with family and friends. As United would call it "pooling dreams, destinations, and experiences", mile pooling allows the selected group of people to share miles. This article explores the ins and outs of mile pooling with one of the world largest airlines. United Airlines MileagePlus mile pooling In March, United Airlines announced that it is making it easier for MileagePlus members to share miles among friends and family through mile pooling. A shared reservoir of miles can be created among a selected group of members and used based on redeeming permissions. The airline aims to provide more flexibility to its MileagePlus members while reinforcing its position in the loyalty campaign. Photo: Wenjie Zheng | Shutterstock According to the Chief Operating Officer of the United Airlines MileagePlus program, Luc Bondar, "We're always looking for new ways to provide the most value to all of our loyalty members. MileagePlus miles pooling further reinforces United's position as the leader in family and group travel and gives our members more flexibility to use their miles while making it easier to connect to the destinations and moments that matter most, with the people that matter most." The MileagePlus miles pool Using the United Airlines miles pool is easy and free, enabling members to create and manage shared pools independently. These pools not only provide greater usage of award miles but also open more travel opportunities and destinations for members. United Airlines provides guides on creating, accessing, and managing miles pools. 6 Clever Ways To Use United Airlines MileagePlus Miles From upgrades to magazine subscriptions. Six clever suggestions are here to make the most of your miles. How to create a MileagePlus miles pool? The pool can be created for free by any MileagePlus member who is at least 18 years old. The creator of the miles pool takes on the role of the pool leader. The leader can invite other MileagePlus members to join the miles pool. Members can be anyone, including children with a valid MileagePlus account. A maximum of five members can join a miles pool. Members can only participate in one pool at a time. Managing the MileagePlus miles pool Every pool member can contribute their MileagePlus miles to the shared pool. Miles shared with the pool can be reversed within the first 24 hours, after which those cannot be returned. The pool leader manages the miles pool and can authorize pool members to redeem miles. When members depart from a pool, they lose access to their pool miles. Members are restricted from hopping between pools. A 90-day cooling period is necessary between departure from one pool and entering another. Pooling between friends Members can invite their friends, family, or a combination of both, including children, to be part of the pool. The five-person pool (including the pool leader) share their miles. It is common for friends, particularly college-going individuals, to create mile pools with friends they travel with. Members can join or exit the pool group at their discretion. Photo: Lukas Wunderlich | Shutterstock However, the airline limits the members' ability to hop between pools. The three-month cooling period enables members to think thoroughly when deciding about which pool to join. Moreover, members must also be prepared to lose their contributed miles when exiting the pool. While different pools may look fancier to members, they must wait at least three months before joining a different pool. Miles contributed to the shared pool being unavailable in the first 24 hours. This is to facilitate members who contribute to the pool only to realize they made a wrong decision. The transaction can be reversed within 24 hours, enabling any reversal by the customer. Related How To Fast-Track Your Status With United Airlines MileagePlus There are several methods for those looking to reach Premier 1K with United Airlines this year. Contribution and redemption limits Notably, there is no limit to how many miles can be contributed to the pool. This feature comes in handy when creating a pool with friends. Members can decide how many miles to contribute to the shared pool and how many to keep in their personal account. After 24 hours, the miles cannot be taken back. The Points Guy notes that pooling miles does not affect a member's status with the airline. A Premier status acquired by a member remains irrespective of the member's participation and contribution in a pool. United Airlines states that " Only members who are traveling on a ticket using the pooled miles will earn Premier qualifying points, not the MileagePlus member who contributed them. " Photo: MKPhoto12 | Shutterstock The only downside (per se) is that mile pooling only works for United-operated flights. That means people who plan to benefit from partner airlines with the Star Alliance network cannot utilize pooling. Moreover, United Airlines states that pooled miles can only be used for award travel redemptions, not for experiences or online shopping. What are your thoughts on the use of United Airlines MileagePlus miles pooling with friends? Have you used mile pooling with United? Share your experience in the comments section.

Rail cars carrying hazardous material derail and catch fire in North Dakota

Enjoy the latest local, national and international news. Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events. Unlimited online access to National Post and 15 news sites with one account. National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. The cars were carrying anhydrous ammonia, sulfur and methanol, said Bill Suess, spill investigation program manager for the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality. The ammonia was the biggest risk, but wind was carrying the smoke away from the nearby town of Bordulac, which has about 20 residents. "Wind has been in our favor on this," Suess said. "That risk has greatly subsided. Still there — as long as fires are burning." Exposure to high concentrations of ammonia in the air can cause burning of the eyes, nose, throat and respiratory tract, and can result in blindness, lung damage or death, health officials say. Exposure to lower amounts can result in coughing and irritation of the nose and throat. For now, officials do not plan to evacuate nearby residents, but that could change if the wind shifts, Suess said. Kirking said the cause of the derailment wasn't known. The engineer and conductor got away safely, he said. Kirking said it appeared that 10 to 15 of the rail cars caught fire. Video posted on the social platform X showed the blaze burning intensely. It was still burning as of midday Friday. A railroad fire crew was on the scene. CPKC said in a statement that it has "initiated its emergency response plan and launched a comprehensive, coordinated response."

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Rail cars carrying hazardous material derail and catch fire in North Dakota. Enjoy the latest local, national and international news. Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events. Unlimited online access to National Post and 15 news sites with one account. National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. The cars were carrying anhydrous ammonia, sulfur and methanol, said Bill Suess, spill investigation program manager for the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality. The ammonia was the biggest risk, but wind was carrying the smoke away from the nearby town of Bordulac, which has about 20 residents. "Wind has been in our favor on this," Suess said. "That risk has greatly subsided. Still there — as long as fires are burning." Exposure to high concentrations of ammonia in the air can cause burning of the eyes, nose, throat and respiratory tract, and can result in blindness, lung damage or death, health officials say. Exposure to lower amounts can result in coughing and irritation of the nose and throat. For now, officials do not plan to evacuate nearby residents, but that could change if the wind shifts, Suess said. Kirking said the cause of the derailment wasn't known. The engineer and conductor got away safely, he said. Kirking said it appeared that 10 to 15 of the rail cars caught fire. Video posted on the social platform X showed the blaze burning intensely. It was still burning as of midday Friday. A railroad fire crew was on the scene. CPKC said in a statement that it has "initiated its emergency response plan and launched a comprehensive, coordinated response."

DSV and 180RE Agency Partner to Market 1.3 Million Square Feet Facility in Innisfil, Ontario

June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - DSV Global Transport and Logistics has teamed up with 180RE Agency to market their impressive 1.3 million square feet facility in Innisfil, Ontario. This partnership aims to enhance the visibility and attractiveness of the state-of-the-art property, positioning it as a top choice for high-value tenants. DSV's new facility represents cutting-edge logistics and infrastructure. To showcase this property, DSV has enlisted 180RE Agency, the leader in real estate marketing. 180RE Agency has produced photorealistic 3D renderings of both the exterior and interior of the facility, providing potential tenants with a detailed and immersive preview. 180RE Agency ( www.180re.ca ) is renowned for its expertise in 3D rendering, setting new industry standards. Their 3D renderings are lifelike representations that capture the essence and functionality of a property. By transforming architectural plans into vivid, realistic 3D renderings, 180RE Agency helps potential tenants visualize the full potential of a space, thereby accelerating decision-making and engagement. The collaboration has already generated significant market interest, with inquiries from top-tier businesses seeking premium industrial space. In addition to 3D renderings, 180RE Agency excels in Commercial Real Estate (CRE) marketing across Canada. Their targeted advertising campaigns are designed to reach high-value tenants, ensuring properties like DSV's Innisfil facility receive maximum exposure to the right audience. 180RE Agency's expertise in CRE marketing is unmatched, with a proven track record in high-ticket tenant targeting ( ). Their innovative approaches and commitment to excellence make them the best choice for property owners looking to maximize their market reach. "We are beyond excited to be a part of this wonderful project" said Mir Tazwar, Director of Sales at 180RE Agency. "Our 3D rendering capabilities are a game-changer in how commercial properties are marketed and this project is a testament to the best in #D rendering and high ticket asset marketing" Syed Samdani, 180RE's Marketing Consultant, added, " The project shows pushes the boundary of marketing assets before construction" For more information about this partnership and to view the photorealistic 3D renderings of the DSV facility, please visit 180RE Agency's website.(

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DSV and 180RE Agency Partner to Market 1.3 Million Square Feet Facility in Innisfil, Ontario. June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - DSV Global Transport and Logistics has teamed up with 180RE Agency to market their impressive 1.3 million square feet facility in Innisfil, Ontario. This partnership aims to enhance the visibility and attractiveness of the state-of-the-art property, positioning it as a top choice for high-value tenants. DSV's new facility represents cutting-edge logistics and infrastructure. To showcase this property, DSV has enlisted 180RE Agency, the leader in real estate marketing. 180RE Agency has produced photorealistic 3D renderings of both the exterior and interior of the facility, providing potential tenants with a detailed and immersive preview. 180RE Agency ( www.180re.ca ) is renowned for its expertise in 3D rendering, setting new industry standards. Their 3D renderings are lifelike representations that capture the essence and functionality of a property. By transforming architectural plans into vivid, realistic 3D renderings, 180RE Agency helps potential tenants visualize the full potential of a space, thereby accelerating decision-making and engagement. The collaboration has already generated significant market interest, with inquiries from top-tier businesses seeking premium industrial space. In addition to 3D renderings, 180RE Agency excels in Commercial Real Estate (CRE) marketing across Canada. Their targeted advertising campaigns are designed to reach high-value tenants, ensuring properties like DSV's Innisfil facility receive maximum exposure to the right audience. 180RE Agency's expertise in CRE marketing is unmatched, with a proven track record in high-ticket tenant targeting ( ). Their innovative approaches and commitment to excellence make them the best choice for property owners looking to maximize their market reach. "We are beyond excited to be a part of this wonderful project" said Mir Tazwar, Director of Sales at 180RE Agency. "Our 3D rendering capabilities are a game-changer in how commercial properties are marketed and this project is a testament to the best in #D rendering and high ticket asset marketing" Syed Samdani, 180RE's Marketing Consultant, added, " The project shows pushes the boundary of marketing assets before construction" For more information about this partnership and to view the photorealistic 3D renderings of the DSV facility, please visit 180RE Agency's website.(

‘I’m not going anywhere’: Biden again slaps down calls to step aside

United States President Joe Biden has slapped down calls to end his faltering re-election bid, insisting he is "not going anywhere". Biden, 81, has been under growing pressure to assuage doubts about his physical and mental fitness following a stumbling debate performance last week against his Republican challenger, Donald Trump. Keep reading Streaming giants challenge new Canadian revenue-sharing rules end of list Three elected Democrats have publicly called on Biden to step aside since Thursday's debate, during which the president stumbled over his words and lost his train of thought on several occasions. Several other Democratic lawmakers have publicly warned that they expect him to lose to Trump in November's presidential election. Addressing a supporter who yelled "keep up the fight!" during an Independence Day celebration on Thursday, Biden reiterated that he had no intention of quitting the race. "You got me, man. I'm not going anywhere," Biden said at the White House event. In a pre-recorded radio interview that aired earlier on Thursday, Biden pledged to keep fighting, describing his faltering debate performance as "a bad night". "I screwed up. I made a mistake," Biden said. "That's 90 minutes on stage. Look at what I've done in 3.5 years." Despite growing concerns about Biden's electability among Democrats and donors, the president has so far avoided a mass revolt against his candidacy from within his own ranks. On Wednesday, a group of Democratic governors reiterated their support for Biden after a meeting with him and Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House. "The president has always had our backs. We're going to have his back as well," Maryland Governor Wes Moore told reporters. Still, cracks continued to emerge in Biden's support base. On Thursday, Seth Moulton, a congressman from Massachusetts, became the third elected Democrat to call on Biden to withdraw from the race. "President Biden has done enormous service to our country, but now is the time for him to follow in one of our founding fathers George Washington's footsteps and step aside to let new leaders rise up and run against Donald Trump," Moulton told Boston radio station WBUR. Abigail Disney, the heiress to the Disney family fortune, said she would no longer donate to the Democrats as long as Biden stayed in the race. "This is realism, not disrespect," Disney told CNBC. "Biden is a good man and has served his country admirably, but the stakes are far too high." The United Kingdom's Economist also added its voice to a growing list of media outlets, including The New York Times and Boston Globe, that have urged the president to step aside. Concerns about Biden's age and mental acuity, a longstanding concern for voters, appear to have intensified among the public since his debate appearance. In a New York Times/Siena College poll released on Wednesday, nearly three-quarters of registered voters said Biden was too old to do a second term. Biden also trailed Trump 49 percent to 41 percent, the highest margin since 2015. If Biden were to quit, it would cast the race into uncharted territory. The US presidential primary season, when party members typically vote for their preferred candidate, has already ended, although the party's candidate will not be finalised until the Democratic National Convention next month. Since Biden won nearly all of the party's delegates, it is unlikely that he could be forced to step aside against his will. Vice President Kamala Harris, who has rallied behind Biden, is widely considered the most likely successor if Biden were to step aside – although she, like other potential nominees, also trails Trump in polling. California Governor Gavin Newsom, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro have also been floated as possible replacements.

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‘I’m not going anywhere’: Biden again slaps down calls to step aside. United States President Joe Biden has slapped down calls to end his faltering re-election bid, insisting he is "not going anywhere". Biden, 81, has been under growing pressure to assuage doubts about his physical and mental fitness following a stumbling debate performance last week against his Republican challenger, Donald Trump. Keep reading Streaming giants challenge new Canadian revenue-sharing rules end of list Three elected Democrats have publicly called on Biden to step aside since Thursday's debate, during which the president stumbled over his words and lost his train of thought on several occasions. Several other Democratic lawmakers have publicly warned that they expect him to lose to Trump in November's presidential election. Addressing a supporter who yelled "keep up the fight!" during an Independence Day celebration on Thursday, Biden reiterated that he had no intention of quitting the race. "You got me, man. I'm not going anywhere," Biden said at the White House event. In a pre-recorded radio interview that aired earlier on Thursday, Biden pledged to keep fighting, describing his faltering debate performance as "a bad night". "I screwed up. I made a mistake," Biden said. "That's 90 minutes on stage. Look at what I've done in 3.5 years." Despite growing concerns about Biden's electability among Democrats and donors, the president has so far avoided a mass revolt against his candidacy from within his own ranks. On Wednesday, a group of Democratic governors reiterated their support for Biden after a meeting with him and Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House. "The president has always had our backs. We're going to have his back as well," Maryland Governor Wes Moore told reporters. Still, cracks continued to emerge in Biden's support base. On Thursday, Seth Moulton, a congressman from Massachusetts, became the third elected Democrat to call on Biden to withdraw from the race. "President Biden has done enormous service to our country, but now is the time for him to follow in one of our founding fathers George Washington's footsteps and step aside to let new leaders rise up and run against Donald Trump," Moulton told Boston radio station WBUR. Abigail Disney, the heiress to the Disney family fortune, said she would no longer donate to the Democrats as long as Biden stayed in the race. "This is realism, not disrespect," Disney told CNBC. "Biden is a good man and has served his country admirably, but the stakes are far too high." The United Kingdom's Economist also added its voice to a growing list of media outlets, including The New York Times and Boston Globe, that have urged the president to step aside. Concerns about Biden's age and mental acuity, a longstanding concern for voters, appear to have intensified among the public since his debate appearance. In a New York Times/Siena College poll released on Wednesday, nearly three-quarters of registered voters said Biden was too old to do a second term. Biden also trailed Trump 49 percent to 41 percent, the highest margin since 2015. If Biden were to quit, it would cast the race into uncharted territory. The US presidential primary season, when party members typically vote for their preferred candidate, has already ended, although the party's candidate will not be finalised until the Democratic National Convention next month. Since Biden won nearly all of the party's delegates, it is unlikely that he could be forced to step aside against his will. Vice President Kamala Harris, who has rallied behind Biden, is widely considered the most likely successor if Biden were to step aside – although she, like other potential nominees, also trails Trump in polling. California Governor Gavin Newsom, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro have also been floated as possible replacements.