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Ericsson today announced a next-generation strategic partnership with Cisco to create the networks of the future. The partnership will combine the best of both companies: routing, data center, networking, cloud, mobility, management and control, and global services capabilities. Ericsson will together with Cisco, leader in IP-networking, offer end-to-end leadership across network architectures for 5G, cloud and IP, and the Internet of Things.
Today’s announcement is supported by multiple agreements including a global service partner agreement, as well as a broad reseller agreement. The parties have also agreed to discuss FRAND policies and enter a licensing agreement for their respective patent portfolios.
Hans Vestberg, President and CEO, Ericsson, says: “This partnership fortifies the IP strategy we have developed over the past several years and it is a key step forward in our company transformation.”
Details of the partnership have been announced separately in a joint announcement and can be found on www.ericsson.com .
As a result of the partnership, Ericsson will extend its addressable market and is expected to generate USD 1 billion or more of additional sales by 2018 (full year). The extended addressable market is primarily in professional services, software and resell of Cisco products. The additional sales are expected to be accretive to operating income already in 2016. The partnership is expected to generate full-year effect from synergies, primarily in expenses of SEK 1 billion in 2018.
Ericsson and Cisco will continue to explore further joint business opportunities as the partnership progresses.


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After tweet by Kylie Jenner, Snapchat's market value tanked by $1.3 billion
The power of the young social media influencer is nothing to scoff at.
Kylie Jenner, 20-year-old cosmetics mogul and youngest Kardashian sister, is arguably the most influential of them all, as proven by the effects of one single tweet.
"Sooo does anyone else not open Snapchat anymore?" she wrote on Twitter Wednesday afternoon. "Or is it just me... ugh this is so sad."
Jenner was likely referring to Snapchat's newest update, which annoyed app users for a couple weeks have been calling "messy and disorganized."
But no bad Apple Store review appears to have had such a singularly effective impact like Jenner's did. As Bloomberg reported, Snap Inc.'s shares "sank as much as 7.2 percent Thursday, wiping out $1.3 billion in market value, on the heels of a tweet from Kylie Jenner."
Jenner's 24.5 million followers began to voice similar opinions in response.
"It sucksssss :( feel like there is no connection anymore," wrote one user.
Added another, "Ugh! Yes! it's terrible! Most of my friends don't even snap anymore!"
Jenner later backtracked a little, tweeting, "still love you tho snap ... my first love."
It should be noted that Jenner's tweet was probably the straw that broke the camel's back. Citi Research had just recently downgraded Snap Inc. to "sell" due to widespread complaints about the update, which notably included an online petition that aimed to get the tech company to "remove the Snapchat update."

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In a letter to the organization, the the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warned that gTLDs will make consumers more vulnerable to fraud and make it more difficult to bring scammers to justice.
“A rapid, exponential expansion of gTLDs has the potential to magnify both the abuse of the domain name system and the corresponding challenges we encounter in tracking down internet fraudsters,” it stated.
According to the agency, ICANN needs to implement the new program as a pilot and substantially reduce the number of gTLDs that are introduced in the first application round.
It also needs to strengthen its contractual compliance program, and develop a new ongoing program to monitor consumer issues that arise.
The FTC urged ICANN to assess each new proposed gTLD’s risk of consumer harm as part of the evaluation and approval process, and improve the accuracy of data showing who owns each domain.


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Venus Pharmaceutical Machinery has bought the vacant 29,328-square-foot facility at 1128 Tower Road in the Schaumburg Industrial Park.
The ACIC Group and Hunan Chinasun Pharmaceutical Machinery Co. are partnering to create Venus Pharmaceutical Machinery, which will manufacture and assemble pharmaceutical machinery and equipment. The business is expected to open this summer, and the $5 million investment will create 30 new jobs in Schaumburg.
The Chinese company is also evaluating options for a future research and development facility.
"The village of Schaumburg is excited about another international business coming to community," Mayor Al Larson said. "The diversity of businesses in our business parks help all aspects of our economy and raises awareness of Schaumburg in the global market."


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An additional Nokia NFC phone may be about to launch, according to images obtained by Symbian Tweet. The leaked details suggest that the Nokia 603 will run Symbian Belle, has a 1GHz ARM processor and a 5MP camera as well as NFC.
- NFC Forum adds certification for NFC wireless charging
- NP Plastibell adds ultra-miniaturised ST NFC tags to pre-filled syringes
- German luggage brand leverages NFC for product authentication and customer engagement
- Clinique adds NFC to packaging for post-purchase customer engagement
- PayPay lets new customers verify identity with their driving licence via NFC
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Women critical of larger iPhones
Feminists have criticised Apple for its focus on larger iPhones which, they say, do not fit women’s hands.
The smartphone giant released three new handsets this week, while discontinuing the iPhone SE, its last device with a four-inch display.
Caroline Criado Perez, a female rights and equality activist, said: “So to be clear: Apple has once again failed to update the only phone it makes that fits the average woman’s handsize,” she said.“What is wrong with you, Apple? Women. Buy. Smartphones.”
Among Apple’s new handsets is the iPhone XS Max, which has a 6.5-inch display – the firm’s biggest on a smartphone to date. Sophie Walker, leader of the Women’s Equality Party, said women’s needs will remain an afterthought at Apple until they are better represented at senior level. Apple has not yet responded to calls for comment.


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Dodge has unveiled two models to commemorate its 100th birthday.
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Whether your idea of celebrating Independence Day this weekend is tailgating with your buddies or blowing stuff up in the name of freedom, there are some very good vehicles sold by U.S.
Talk about a world changer.
The American muscle car is synonymous with a stonking gas-powered V-8 engine, making noises you'd imagine Barry White would make singing a metal concert.


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SCOTTSDALE, AZ -- (Marketwired) -- 01/21/14 -- The Alkaline Water Company Inc. (OTCBB: WTER) (the "Company"), developers of an innovative state of the art proprietary electrolysis beverage process, packaged and sold in 3 liter and 1 gallon sizes under the trade name Alkaline88, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alfred A. Marasca to its Advisory Board.
Mr. Marasca comes to The Alkaline Water Company as a 40 year veteran with Ralphs Grocery Company of Los Angeles, CA. He completed his tenure at Ralphs as President and Chief Operating Officer as the culmination of a career that began in Store Operations and Personnel. In 1969, he joined the Marketing Department as grocery buyer/merchandiser and subsequently held positions as frozen food/bakery buyer/merchandiser and Director of Grocery Buying and Merchandising.
Subsequently, from 1974 onward, he was appointed Vice President of Personnel/Labor Relations and as Vice President of Marketing in 1976. Promoted to Senior Vice President, Marketing in 1978; Executive Vice President, Marketing in 1985; Executive Vice President, Retail in 1991; President in 1993, and President and Chief Operating Officer in 1994 in which role he remained until his retirement from Ralphs in 1998.
In recent years, Marasca has served as Senior Advisor to Stater Brothers Supermarkets, a 4 billion dollar supermarket chain in Southern California, and on the Advisory Board of Haggens Supermarkets, an 800 million dollar supermarket chain in Washington State. Today he operates Chadbourne Communications through which he has also served as consultant to several Sales and Marketing companies throughout the Country.
Marasca holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Loyola University, an MBA in Marketing from the University of Southern California; graduated from the Executive Program of the UCLA Graduate School of Business, and completed the Dartmouth Institute Program at Dartmouth University. Marasca is a Director, and Past-President of the Western Association of Food Chains, and a former Director of the Food Marketing Institute. His charitable and civic activities include serving as Past-President of the City of Hope Food Industry Circle, and former member of the Board of Regents of Loyola Marymount University. He was also a Director of the California Retailers Association and a member of the Board of Directors for the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce.
Steven Nickolas, President & CEO of The Alkaline Water Company, Inc., states, "We are thrilled to have Mr. Marasca join with us at this juncture of our corporate growth. His experience and extraordinary network of contacts throughout the nation is virtually unparalleled. We are grateful to have a growing team that increasingly includes such a high caliber of talent, knowledge and leadership. I personally wish to warmly welcome him today to our team."
Additional details of the Company's business, finances, appointments and agreements can be found as part of the Company's continuous public disclosure as a reporting issuer with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") available at www.sec.gov. For more information, visit our website at www.thealkalinewaterco.com.
The Alkaline Water Company, Inc. (OTCBB: WTER)
The Alkaline Water Company Inc. has developed an innovative, state of the art, proprietary electrolysis process that produces healthy alkaline water for a balanced lifestyle. The company is focused on the business of distributing and marketing the retail sale of its cost-effectively bulk-packaged Alkaline88 water beverage products. Visit us at: www.thealkalinewaterco.com.
About Alkaline Water Products
Alkaline88's premier alkaline water is a pH balanced bottled alkaline drinking water enhanced with trace minerals and electrolytes. The product offers consumers the unique opportunity to purchase alkaline water in conveniently packaged three liter and one gallon sizes. The Alkaline Water Company Inc. is currently in the midst of a national mass markets expansion program and is already available for consumer sales at a growing number of major retail locations across many parts of the United States. Learn more about the science behind alkaline water by visiting www.thealkalinewaterco.com.
The Alkaline Water Company Inc. initially launched its bulk alkaline water products under the trade name Alkaline84. The trade name was later changed to Alkaline88 to better align with the pH level where chemists have identified benefits. Though the trade name is not prominent on the product label, it references the pH level of 8.8.
Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains "forward-looking statements." Statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements and include any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such forward-looking statements include, among other things, the Company's expectations regarding the development of marketing and sales relations nationally. Actual results could differ from those projected in any forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. Such factors include, among others, the inherent uncertainties associated with developing new products and operating as a development stage company, our ability to raise the additional funding we will need to continue to pursue our business and product development plans, competition in the industry in which we operate and market conditions. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release, and we assume no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States. Although we believe that any beliefs, plans, expectations and intentions contained in this press release are reasonable, there can be no assurance that any such beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions will prove to be accurate. Investors should consult all of the information set forth herein and should also refer to the risk factors disclosure outlined in the reports and other documents we file with the SEC, available at www.sec.gov.
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WebRTC is bringing significant change to the communications landscape that will bridge the worlds of web and telephony, making the Internet the new standard for communications. Cloud9 took the road less traveled and used WebRTC to create a downloadable enterprise-grade communications platform that is changing the communication dynamic in the financial sector. In his session at @ThingsExpo, Leo Papadopoulos, CTO of Cloud9, will discuss the importance of WebRTC and how it enables companies to fo...
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As machines are increasingly connected to the internet, it’s becoming easier to discover the numerous ways Industrial IoT (IIoT) is helping to shape the business world. This is exactly why we have decided to take a closer look at this pervasive movement and to examine the desire to connect more things! Now if you need a refresher on IIoT and how it is changing the world, take a moment and listen to Greg Gorbach with ARC Advisory Group. Gorbach believes, "IIoT will significantly change the worl...
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The IoT is changing the way enterprises conduct business. In his session at @ThingsExpo, Eric Hoffman, Vice President at EastBanc Technologies, discuss how businesses can gain an edge over competitors by empowering consumers to take control through IoT. We'll cite examples such as a Washington, D.C.-based sports club that leveraged IoT and the cloud to develop a comprehensive booking system. He'll also highlight how IoT can revitalize and restore outdated business models, making them profitable...
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The IoTs will challenge the status quo of how IT and development organizations operate. Or will it? Certainly the fog layer of IoT requires special insights about data ontology, security and transactional integrity. But the developmental challenges are the same: People, Process and Platform. In his session at @ThingsExpo, Craig Sproule, CEO of Metavine, will demonstrate how to move beyond today's coding paradigm and share the must-have mindsets for removing complexity from the development proc...
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Wednesday, May 26, 2004
AFFAIRS OF STATE (Column)
Tax Collector Gets a Windfall When Gas Prices Increase
By DAVID KLINE
Rising gasoline prices are hurting California businesses, consumers and the economy in general. But the people who collect sales taxes on gas are having a field day.
In California, there are several layers of taxes on gasoline. The federal government assesses 18.4 cents on every gallon sold, the state government adds another 18 cents per gallon and then the state and local governments collect a sales tax on top of the whole thing.
The combined state and local sales tax rate is 7.75 percent in Sacramento. (And like everywhere else, that is calculated after the 36.4 cents in gas taxes are added to the price—a morally indefensible tax on a tax—but that is fuel for another column.)
Since the sales tax is a percentage of the cost, when the cost goes up, so does the tax.
Take a look at how the sales tax collector makes off with your money:
Californians use about 1.1 billion gallons of gasoline per month, according to the California Energy Commission. That adds up to about 13.2 billion gallons a year—a total that will increase to more than 15 million gallons a year in the very near future, energy analysts say.
Last year, the average price for a gallon of unleaded regular in California was $1.869, according to the AAA Daily Fuel Gauge Report. Multiply that by 13.2 billion gallons, and you get $24.67 billion spent on regular gasoline for the year.
At the 7.75 percent sales tax rate, that would generate $1.91 billion for state and local government.
Now let’s do the same calculation using the average price of the same grade of gas as of this writing, $2.305 per gallon. The yearly total would be $30.43 billion, and the sales tax revenue would be $2.36 billion—$450 million more than last year when gas prices were lower.
So as gas prices go up this year, the state and local governments stand to receive about $450 million more in sales taxes, without having to do a thing. That’s nearly half a billion dollars taken out of our pockets even as we’re struggling to pay the higher base cost.
These figures aren’t exact. The sales tax rate ranges from 7.25 percent to 8.5 percent, depending upon the county, and actual gas prices vary from station to station, so it would be impossible to calculate the exact tax impact without knowing how many gallons are purchased in each county, and at what price.
Still, the numbers above illustrate the magnitude of the sales tax hit that occurs when gas prices go through the roof.
The flip side is that when the gas prices increase, the cost of fueling government vehicles also increases, so some of the new tax money—but certainly not the entire half-billion—gets burned in the combustion chambers of police cars, fire trucks and the governor’s Hummer.
Given the state’s current fiscal situation, the sales tax windfall of 2004 will be spent before it even arrives in the tax collector’s coffers. But for the benefit of future motorists, the state should change its policies so rising gas prices will no longer create a double-whammy on taxpayers.
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Sainsbury's share has ticked up again, demonstrating that chief executive Justin King is making improvements.
Its share was 15.6% in the quarter, compared to 15.5% in the quarter to November and 15.4% in the quarter to October - though less than the 15.9% seen a year ago.
Tesco hit another record share of 28.7%. Somerfield's share slipped to 5.7% from 6.2% a year ago, while its Kwik Save unit fell to a new low of 2%, from 2.6% a year ago, hit by conversions and store closures, and particularly withdrawal from Scotland.John Lewis Partnership's Waitrose saw a year-on-year rise to 3.5% from 3.1%.'The rationalisation we have seen in earlier periods has speeded up - simply, the strong are getting stronger,' Edward Garner, communications director for TNS Superpanel said.ow/tcReuse content


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It is very sad for me as I watch friends struggling with issues, not feeling quite right, and hooked on many of the prescription drugs, seemingly forever.
As I read a recent report that stated, “more than 80,000 chemicals used in various industries nationwide, and over 2,000 new ones are being introduced annually,” it literally made me ill.
Some years back, someone didn’t know what to do with a toxin left from phosphate fertilizer and aluminum industries. So they came up with a story, calling it “Fluoride” and sold it as a cavity preventer. It lasted awhile, but the Dental Association stopped it’s use over 15 years ago. Yet, it is still in toothepaste and drinking water. Why?
Also, what about all the chemicals in cleaning products, textiles, lawn care products, and my least favorite: Glyphosate, which is killing bees and butterflies and making people sick? The U. N. calsses it as a “probably carcinogen.” Many European countries have banned it. Will we ever?
Then, there’s “Geo-Engineering.” The evidence is growing about genetically-modified foods (GMOs), including animals and fish. Will it ever end? I’ve done reports on this before (GMOFreeGlobal.org and SeedsOfDeception.com).
I’m a label-reader. I notice lots of others doing the same, as they look for safe foods. Grocery stores now have organic sections, with GMO-free and Gluten-free foods. People are tired of feeling sick.
Finally, I want to know exactly what’s in vaccines (see SaneVax.org and CDC.gov).
What’s more, “Chemtrails” are seen nationwide almost every day (look into ToxicSky.org).
This year, Big Pharma plans to release 300 new vaccines, SIXTY of which are for kids before they start school!
As we head into summer, the ticks are bad this year. I prefer to use God’s medicine whenever possible, rather than man’s chemicals. Having dealt with chronic Lyme Disease for four years now, I would strongly suggest people take daily capsules of Sage and Astragalus, which will help fend off tick bites. It’s easier to stay well than to GET well.


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The U.S. Postal Service announced Wednesday that it is delaying plans to end Saturday delivery of mail. While you can count us among those who don’t want to see Saturday mail service end, it still begs the question of how the postal agency will ever stop its financial bleeding.
By eliminating Saturday mail, the service said it could save $2 billion annually. But Congress stepped in and passed a spending bill that continues the long-time prohibition against reducing delivery days. The Postal Service’s Board of Governors says it believes that Congress "has left it with no choice but to delay implementation" of the five-day-a-week plan.
On the one hand, Congress is forbidding the service to cut out Saturday mail. On the other, lawmakers have done little to prompt fundamental change that will reverse the financial red ink. The postal service said it had a $15.9 billion net loss for fiscal 2012, which ended Sept. 30. That amount is three times the loss recorded for the previous year.
Much of the opposition to the elimination of Saturday mail delivery comes from rural areas. This week, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) became a co-sponsor of the Postal Service Protection Act which he said will address the U.S. Postal Service’s financial problems, prevent rural post office closures, protect Saturday delivery services and save American jobs. We hope he is right.
The act proposes to:
• Protect six-day delivery.
• Ensure the timely delivery of mail and protect mail-processing facilities. The bill would re-establish overnight delivery standards for first-class mail, which would ensure the timely delivery of mail, keep mail processing facilities open and protect jobs.
• Protect rural post offices. This bill would give the Postal Regulatory Commission binding authority to prevent post offices from being closed based on the effect on the community and its employees. Right now, the PRC only has the authority to review a decision to close a post office, but it does not have any binding authority to prevent the closure.
There is a lot of work to be done to return the Postal Service to firm footing. Now that Congress has forbid elimination of Saturday mail, much of the onus is on it to figure out other ways to cut the agency’s annual deficit.


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Before the announcement of the next generation iPhone is still at least eight to nine months old, and the web is already actively discussing the design of new smartphones. On the eve of the web appeared photos of the layout of the so-called iPhone 12, discovered by journalists on Alibaba. And today, the images of the future iPhone were shared by the famous blogger Benjamin Geskin, aka Venya Geskin.
In his blog, Benjamin Geskin showed iPhone 12 renders based on existing rumors and leaks. Unlike the layout we saw yesterday, this iPhone does not have a bang, which has become a distinctive feature of all new iPhones since the iPhone X. The display no longer has any cutouts and now occupies almost the entire front panel. On the back of the case you can see the dual main camera in the style of the iPhone 11 in a rectangular module.
The most expensive iPhone fell record-breaking in Russia
Apple releases Mac for eSports for $ 5000
Here’s new concept for Apple’s 2020 iPhone 12 🔥
Rumors suggest that Apple will introduce 5.4-inch and 6.1-inch OLED iPhone with dual-camera setup and 5G, with design similar to the iPhone 4. So that’s what @smazizg and I made 😁🙌🏻
We hope you like it! and RT 👀 pic.twitter.com/QySt6I1EB0
– Ben Geskin (@BenGeskin) December 23, 2019
The blogger also shared some information about the heirs of iPhone 11. According to him, iPhone 12 will be released in two versions with 5.4- and 6.1-inch OLED displays and with a design in the style of the legendary iPhone 4. Both models will receive a dual camera and support 5G.


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Anyone who bought a “Never Hillary” poster or donated funds to the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) between March and early October of this year is highly likely to have been the victim of a cybercrime. They had plenty of company.
According to Brian Krebs at KrebsonSecurity, the NRSC was one of more than 5,900 e-commerce sites apparently hacked by a group of Russian hackers who were able to place malware code on sites with security vulnerabilities or weak passwords. A Dutch researcher discovered the theft and has posted an analysis of the malware code here.
Krebs also reported that Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) has launched a U.S. Senate Cybersecurity Caucus and the caucus has fired off a letter to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Homeland Security calling the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices a threat to the security of the internet. The letter followed the massive dedicated denial of service attack that hit parts of the internet last week, and included the following paragraphs, cited by Krebs:
Manufacturers today are flooding the market with cheap, insecure devices, with few market incentives to design the products with security in mind, or to provide ongoing support. And buyers seem unable to make informed decisions between products based on their competing security features, in part because there are no clear metrics.
Because the producers of these insecure IoT devices currently are insulated from any standards requirements, market feedback, or liability concerns, I am deeply concerned that we are witnessing a ‘tragedy of the commons’ threat to the continued functioning of the internet, as the security so vital to all internet users remains the responsibility of none. Further, buyers have little recourse when, despite their best efforts, security failures occur.
The latest data breach count from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) reports that there have been 809 data breaches recorded this year through October 25, 2016, and that nearly 30 million records have been exposed since the beginning of the year. The total number of reported breaches increased by 26 since ITRC’s last report on October 19.
The number of breaches in 2015 totaled 781, just two shy of the record 783 breaches that ITRC tracked in 2014. The 809 data breaches reported so far for 2016 are nearly 22% above the number reported (666) for the same period last year. A total of more than 169 million records were exposed in 2015.
Here’s a rundown of the latest ITRC report:
- The medical/health care sector leads all sectors in the number of records compromised to date in 2016. The sector has posted 36.2% (293) of all data breaches this year. The number of records exposed in these breaches totaled exceeds 14 million, or about 48.4% of the total so far.
- The government/military sector has suffered 56 data breaches this year, representing about 41.3% of the total number of records exposed and 6.9% of the incidents. More than 12 million records have been compromised in the government/military sector to date.
- The business sector accounts for more than 2.5 million exposed records in 354 incidents. That represents 43.8% of the incidents and 8.5% of the exposed records.
- The number of banking/credit/financial breaches totals 34 for the year to date and involves more than 26,000 records, some 4.2% of the total number of breaches and about 0.1% of the records exposed.
- The educational sector has seen 72 data breaches in 2016. The sector accounts for 8.9% of all breaches for the year and nearly 500,000 exposed records, about 1.6% of the total.
Since beginning to track data breaches in 2005, ITRC had counted 6,619 breaches through October 26, 2016, involving more than 881 million records.


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The European Commission has warned that some 130,000 companies could be affected by the UK leaving the EU’s value added tax area.
The commission issued a notice earlier this month advising that with no agreement on tariffs, the UK will be treated as any other non-EU trading nation post Brexit.
What does this mean?
UK importers would be required to make an up-front VAT payment in addition to any customs duties. This VAT payment will rank as input VAT that can be reclaimed from HMRC.
However, a problem will arise if an importer submits VAT returns quarterly. Any VAT paid to HMRC when they import goods will be authenticated by the issue of HMRC’s form C79 (this form is issued monthly). Once issued this can be treated like a VAT invoice and included on the next VAT return.
Accordingly, the importer will not be able to reclaim VAT until this form is received.
Affected businesses therefore need to add the VAT costs each quarter to their cash flow as it could be up to four months until a refund of import VAT paid can be recouped.
In addition, if no VAT agreement is negotiation before we leave the bloc, nearly 3 million small UK businesses that are currently exempt from paying VAT because they generate turnover of less than £85,000 a year will have to start paying VAT on sales to EU customers.
The government have stressed that the final VAT rules for cross-border transactions will depend on the outcome of Brexit negotiations, but it’s hoped they will respond to lobbying (by organisations like the Federation of Small Business and the British Retail Consortium) on this issue.
Perhaps they will allow some form of deferment of the VAT payable or speed up the reclaim process? We can only hope to hear soon.


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The Technology Excellence Awards will return to PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO 2021 (Sept. 27-29, Las Vegas Convention Centre), according to show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. The awards recognise exhibitors’ innovative technology that has not previously been shown at a PACK EXPO or Healthcare Packaging EXPO.
There was a great response from exhibitors nominating innovative solutions for the awards. PMMI enlisted top professionals in the industry to review the submissions and narrow them down to three finalists in each category.
“Our aim is that these awards drive the industry to keep innovating to meet the ever-growing needs of consumer-packaged goods companies,” said Laura Thompson, Vice President, trade shows, PMMI. “We are excited to see all of the new technology at this year’s show and find out which company garners the most votes to win each category.”
The finalists for this year’s Technology Excellence Awards are:
- CanReseal Beverage, Canovation, Booth N-9612
- High Speed Case Packer for Thermoformed Trays, Delkor Systems, Inc., Booth C-3814
- KeelClip1600, Graphic Packaging International, Booth C-2442
- Simpl-Cut, P.E. Labellers, Booth C-3122
- XPlanar Flying Motion System, Beckhoff Automation LLC, Booth SL-6149
- Partbox, Schubert North America LLC, Booth SU-7651
Show attendees are encouraged to visit these companies’ booths to see the innovations live during PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO and vote to determine the best of the best among these Technology Excellence Awards finalists. Voting is open to all attendees and will be accessible three ways: online, onsite and via the mobile app, beginning Monday, Sept. 27 at 9:00 a.m. through noon on Tuesday Sept. 28.
PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO is the only show this year covering the entire packaging and processing industry spread across four expansive convention centre halls. More than 1,500 exhibitors will showcase the latest new materials, technologies and solutions to address the packaging and processing needs of over 20,000 attendees from 40-plus vertical markets. With multiple free educational platforms and countless networking opportunities, the event will provide endless prospects for exchanging ideas and professional growth.
Based on all indications to date, most of the industry is excited to reunite with the more than 1,500 exhibitors that will be spread across four expansive halls at the Las Vegas Convention Centre. PMMI has launched a show statistics page so all participants can get the latest statistics on the show. Attendee registration numbers are updated here daily in addition to a multitude of other key indicators so everyone can see at any given time how things are progressing.
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gold price today: Gold rate today: Gold surges to fresh record high of Rs 56,562 on MCX
In the global markets, spot gold climbed 0.3% to $1,926.07 per ounce, a near nine-month high. Meanwhile, US gold futures rose 0.5% to $1,930.30.
Gold prices have been on the rise in the New Year amid expectations that the US Federal Reserve would go slower on interest rate hikes after a slowdown in US inflation.
US consumer prices data showed a surprise decline in December, falling for the first time in over two-and-a-half years. Atlanta’s Federal Reserve official Raphael Bostic recently said the inflation data may allow the Fed to scale back to quarter-point rate hikes at its upcoming meeting.
Further, a survey on Friday showed US consumers are becoming more confident that price pressures will ease considerably over the next 12 months, their one-year inflation expectations falling in January to the lowest level since the spring of 2021.
The US Fed raised key interest rates by 75 basis points (bps) four times last year, before slowing to a 50 bps increase in December. Most traders expect a 25 bps hike at the US central bank’s next policy meeting.
The decline in the dollar index further boosted the yellow metal’s rise. The dollar index slipped about 0.4%, and was marginally over 102. A weaker dollar makes the dollar-priced gold cheaper for buyers holding other currencies.”Bullish sentiment in gold has also been supported by reports that China has boosted gold reserves for a second consecutive month. US Retail sales along with some housing data and the Bank of Japan monetary policy meeting will be in the spotlight for the week. Dollar weakness might persist, as market participants are ramping up bets that the Bank of Japan will exit its ultra- dovish stance as inflation accelerates and is expecting some policy tweaks. Overall trajectory remains on the upside for gold, amid the backdrop of the deteriorating global economy and a looming recession and stagflation risks,” said Ravindra V Rao, VP-Head Commodity Research, Kotak Securities.
Analysts expect the yellow metal to further trade higher towards Rs 56,610 levels.
“The opportunity cost of storing the non-yielding bullion increases due to the high vulnerability of gold to rising interest rates, despite the fact that it is seen as an inflation hedge. We expect gold to trade higher towards Rs 56,610 levels, a break of which could prompt the price to move closer to Rs 56,850 levels,” said Prathamesh Mallya, AVP-Research, Non-Agri Commodities, and Currencies, Angel One.
“Fed remains the focus. The market is of the view that the Fed’s rate-hike cycle is slowing and may come to an end soon, which is helping gold. Prices are seeing good support around the $1,900-$1,920 levels. The next key level of resistance will be around $1,970,” said Ilya Spivak, head of global macro at Tastylive.
Meanwhile, silver was trading at Rs 69,788 on Monday, up by Rs 361 from its previous close.
(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)


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Ardbeg launches ‘Scorch’ to celebrate Fèis Ìle
Islay distiller Ardbeg has bottled a limited edition Scotch whisky called Scorch to celebrate the annual Fèis Ìle festival.
Matured in ex-Bourbon casks which have been “heavily charred”, the whisky’s name is inspired by the folk tales relating to Islay’s mythical dragon.
Scorch will be released in honour of Ardbeg Day, an annual event held by the LVMH-owned whisky distiller on the final day of Islay’s music and whisky festival, known as Fèis Ìle. This year it will be held on 5 June and will take place online.
Colin Gordon, Ardbeg’s distillery manager, commented: “This year will be my first Ardbeg Day ever: a baptism of fire! It’s a shame we Ardbeggians can’t enjoy it together in person, but the online event is shaping up to be tremendous fun. With a whole virtual world to explore, including fantasy inns, campfire tales, medieval feasts and live tastings, there’s plenty for people to be excited about this year.”
According to the producer, the 46% ABV whisky has aromas of soot and smoke as well as aniseed and patchouli, with flavours of grilled fare, black liquorice and medicinal lozenge on the palate.
Director of distilling and whisky creation, Dr Bill Lumsden, added: “Ardbeg Scorch is our tribute to the legendary dragon of Islay. By using our most heavily-charred casks, we’ve created a fire-breathing beast of a dram!”
The whisky will be released on 27 May and available to buy from Ardbeg embassies, whisky specialists, online retailers and the distillery’s visitor centre, priced at £100 a bottle.


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The company also celebrates its national designation as a Cultural Excellence Award Winner for DE&I Practices, earned from Top Workplaces in October.
Austin, Texas, Nov. 7, 2022 — Today, Nutrabolt is awarded the honor of being named 2022 Top Workplace by The Austin American-Statesman. The list is based solely on teammate feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers critical to the success of any organization including alignment, execution, and connection – just to name a few.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces does this, and it pays dividends.”
Since 2019, this marks the third year for Nutrabolt to earn Top Workplace recognition in the Greater Austin area. The company was also named a Culture Excellence Award Winner by Top Workplaces on the national level for outstanding DE&I practices in October of this year.
“For the third year, I’m proud of our achievement as a Top Workplace in Austin,” said Nutrabolt Chief People Officer Brittany Cullison. “But this year, I’m particularly thrilled for the company to receive national recognition for cultural excellence in DE&I practices. Since creating our first formal DE&I department in 2020, we’ve been focused on building a workplace truly for all, and it’s meaningful to hear from our own teammates that they feel welcome and supported here.”
Nutrabolt is a fast-growing, global, active health and wellness company with a portfolio of market leading performance-oriented brands that energize and fuel active lifestyles. The company’s disruptive and innovative products compete in the Functional Beverage and Active Nutrition segments, under three consumer-loved brands: C4® (one of the fastest-growing energy drink brands in the United States and the #1 selling global pre-workout brand), XTEND® (the #1 post-workout recovery brand in the United States), and Cellucor® (an award-winning sports nutrition brand created in 2002).
Since its founding 20 years ago, Nutrabolt has set out to meet the discerning needs of performance athletes and fitness enthusiasts, while appealing beyond this core group to include consumers around the globe who are making healthy, active living a daily priority.
Nutrabolt’s portfolio, which is distributed in over 125 countries, is sold through company-owned DTC platforms, Amazon, and other third-party e-commerce marketplaces, and is available at leading retailers across the U.S., including Walmart, Target, 7-Eleven, Walgreens, Kroger, H-E-B, Wawa, Publix, GNC, and the Vitamin Shoppe. For more information about Nutrabolt, please visit nutrabolt.com and follow Nutrabolt on LinkedIn.
Making the world a better place to work together.TM
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 14 years of culture research and the results from 23 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.


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Swedish budget fashion giant Hennes & Mauritz posted a 4 per cent drop in sales in local currencies at established stores in June, in line with market expectations amid weak European consumer sentiment.
Analysts had expected a 4.3 per cent fall in light of negative calendar effects, a strong year-ago comparison, weak overall economic sentiment and big markdowns at rivals.
They expect more gloom in the third quarter as major markdowns by competitors put sales expectations for H&M to the test.
The world No. 2 clothes retailer, after Zara owner Inditex , said total June sales, including stores opened in the past year, were up 5 per cent in local currencies, also meeting expectations.
The total, as well as like-for-like sales paths, were the worst since March, when they were up 2 percent and down 5 percent, respectively.
Analysts at Singer Capital markets called the figures awful.
“We think it is fair to assume that the UK won’t have been good,” they said in a note to clients.
Like-for-like sales at H&M, which sells the bulk of its clothes in Europe, often roughly match developments in its largest market, Germany. Clothing sales there fell 6 per cent in June, according to industry journal Textilwirtschaft.
June is the first month of H&M’s fiscal third quarter. H&M’s turnover in its second quarter was up a mere 2 per cent year on year.
An analyst who declined to be identified predicted a weak market and tough year-ago comparisons also in July and August, and said H&M may well lag a consensus expectation for a 3.5 percent like-for-like sales drop in the third quarter.
“It will be a quarter with a lot of markdowns at competitors … I think it will be difficult for (H&M) to live up to the expectations,” the analyst said.
World No.1 apparel firm Inditex has suffered less than H&M from slack European demand because of a stronger presence in fast-growing emerging markets.
Japanese apparel retailer Fast Retailing , which aims to become world No.1 with in the next 10 years, posted a drop in quarterly profit on Thursday after sales sagged following the March earthquake.
H&M, whose high street rivals also include Gap , Marks & Spencer and Next , does not release absolute sales figures monthly, only the percentage change, and does not comment on the figures.
H&M said it had 2,305 stores on June 30 compared with 2,062 a year earlier. It has stores in 40 countries and plans for 250 more stores in 2011 from 2010.
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For all licensed fishing vessels in the world, the activities of illegal, unlicensed and unregulated vessels are a real cause for concern. The effect on stocks of unregulated fishing has caused many around the world to reach critical levels, and the dumping of illegal fish on the market can cause price fluctuations to occur to the detriment of both the buyers and the producers. Having once been one of the products most affected by these activities, the illegal and unreported capture and sale of toothfish is now virtually eliminated, thanks to the efforts of many organizations and individuals around the world.
CCAMLR, the Convention on the Conservation of Marine Living Resources, set up a catch documentation procedure for toothfish known as a DCD (Dissostichus Catch Document) which traces the importation and movement of toothfish products around the world. Adopted by most countries in the world, the scheme has made it extremely difficult and costly for IUU vessels to discharge their cargo.
Some countries, such as the USA (a principle market for toothfish products), have taken further steps by refusing importation of any toothfish product from vessels that have not consistently reported their position to CCAMLR using a centralized VMS system. This allows CCAMLR to track all toothfish vessels which are seeking to export product to the USA.
The Industry has also responded. In 2003 the Coalition of Legal Toothfish Operators (COLTO) was established. This organization devised a scheme whereby fishermen working on illegal vessels could claim a reward if providing information which could lead to a conviction of the vessel owners. With the success of this enterprise, COLTO has dedicated more effort in recent years to combat the negative and outdated perception of toothfish as a threatened species. With 70% of toothfish fisheries now MSC Certified, there is clear evidence of the sustainability of toothfish fisheries.


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National Storm Recovery (OTC: NSRI), a leading provider of environmentally beneficial solutions for tree and storm waste disposal, recently acquired Mulch Manufacturing, a leader and innovator in the industry for more than three decades (http://nnw.fm/S0fTe). An article discussing the company reads, “‘With Mulch Manufacturing’s national and international distribution, its sales contracts with many big box retailers and the increase in production and packaging capacity it provides, this strategic acquisition has positioned us as the Sustainable Green Team,’ NSRI CEO Tony Raynor stated in a news release. . . . The National Storm Recovery team identified the substantial synergies and benefits that could come from the acquisition, which is structured as a share exchange, some time ago, and has invested a great deal of time and effort on finalizing the agreement. Based in Ohio, Mulch Manufacturing is a 35-year-old industry leader and innovator.”
To view the full article, visit http://nnw.fm/WK2cC
About National Storm Recovery Inc.
National Storm Recovery, through its subsidiaries, provides tree services, debris hauling and removal, biomass recycling, mulch manufacturing, packaging and sales. The company was established with the objective of providing a solution for the treatment and handling of tree debris that has historically been disposed of in landfills, creating an environmental burden and pressure on disposal sites around the nation. The company and its Sustainable Green Team’s solutions are founded in sustainability, based on vertically integrated operations that begin with collecting of tree debris through its tree services division and collection sites, then through its processing division, recycling and using that tree debris as a feedstock that is manufactured into a variety of organic, attractive, next-generation mulch products that are packaged and sold to landscapers, installers and garden centers. The company plans to expand its operations through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions that are both accretive to earnings and are positioned for rapid growth from the resulting synergistic opportunities identified. The company’s client base includes governmental, residential and commercial customers. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.NationalArborCare.com.
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RadioShack maps a comeback with 100 'express' locations
RadioShack, once a neighborhood mainstay for all things electronic, is planning to make a comeback of sorts.
The 97-year-old retailer announced plans Thursday to open more than 100 "express" locations nationwide.
After filing bankruptcy in 2017 for the second time in less than three years, RadioShack announced a partnership last week to stock its merchandise in 60 franchised HobbyTown stores. Now RadioShack is extending that number to over 100 of the toy chain's locally owned stores.
“We are excited about the HobbyTown partnership, as it will allow us to re-engage and directly serve our core hobby and DIY (do-it-yourself) communities,” says Steve Moroneso, CEO of General Wireless Operations in a statement.
It marks a return for RadioShack, which once had so many locations that it was only a few minutes' drive from most U.S. homes. It was the place to go for batteries, cords and plugs and had its own line of Tandy computers and other products.
RadioShack fell victim to the Internet, closing hundreds of locations following last year's bankruptcy as consumers increasingly headed online to shop for electronics. The company said it has recently refocused its efforts on both its e-commerce platform and growing number of 400 dealer locations.
The HobbyTown partnership will give RadioShack greater access to suburban areas.
“This will expand the RadioShack footprint quickly and enhance the product selection and services offered at HobbyTown locations,” according to HobbyTown President Bob Wilke.
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By Sally Marks
Anyone who owns or drives a vehicle knows it runs on diesel, unleaded, ethanol or even vegetable oil. However, when it comes to providing fuel for our bodies we might not be as informed as we think.
A recent Consumer Reports study cited that nine out of 10 people surveyed thought they were eating a healthy diet, however, based on their age, height and weight, 36 percent of those surveyed were overweight and 21 percent would be considered obese.
America is one of the richest nations in the world, but it is said to be a nation of the overfed and undernourished. With certain exceptions our food issues are not as much about circumstances as they are about choosing the right foods. Obesity is a multi-factorial issue, but the main culprit of an unhealthy diet is an excessively high intake of sweets and sugary items such as cakes, cookies and pies. Drinking at least one soda a day, as well as consuming so-called energy drinks, is also high on the list of some of the most common reasons Americans are gaining more and more weight.
Time (or the lack thereof) is considered to be a big factor in poor eating habits. Individuals are working longer hours and fewer people are cooking at home. Mark Bittman, a best-selling food writer, outlined some of the reasons for bad eating habits in a story he authored, “The Truth About Home Cooking” in the Oct. 2, 2014 issue of Time Magazine. Bittman writes that Americans still eat three meals a day, but approximately 1/3 of us get at least a third of our daily calorie intake away from home. He writes: “Nearly two-thirds of us grab fast food once a week, and we get almost 25 percent of our daily calories from snacks.”
Other nutritional hazards include both dining out in restaurants and eating fast food, where portions, as well as fat, sugar and sodium content is much higher than what is deemed healthy. Fast food is not only fast, but most of the time we don’t know what we’re getting. While some fast food restaurants recently began to list their ingredients and calorie count on menus, many still load menu items with fats, sodium and sugar to make up for the lack of actual food value, which is often cited by health experts and nutritionists as next to nothing.
Nicole Matcuk, Online Success Coach at Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (SWIHA) and a Holistic Nutrition Specialist, understands the prohibitive cost of eating a healthier, more nutritious diet. She says she rarely eats out with her family.
“The biggest reason is we like to know where our food is coming from. We prefer to eat local, organic, farm to table food,”
says Nicole Matcuk
Some of the hazards from fast food and dining out include higher amounts of fat (associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.) The saturated fats found in fatty beef, butter and cream can elevate blood cholesterol and clog arteries. The plaque build-up can break off, travel through the blood stream and wreak havoc on heart and brain tissue. Other fats include trans fatty acids found in hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated fats that are commonly found in commercial baked goods and fried foods. If few restaurants mention the amount of calories, carbohydrates and protein in their menu items, even fewer will mention the fat and trans fat content.
That’s why it’s beneficial to read food labels, so we know what we are putting into our bodies. Matt Bialach, one of SWIHA’s Online Academic Advisors says that he and his wife, Bernadett, became “obsessed” with reading food labels after watching popular nutrition documentaries such as Food, Inc. and Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead.
Unfortunately, prepackaged foods can be just as hazardous to our health as dining out as they tend to be high in sugar and salt. Sugar comes in many forms and may be listed as fructose, sucrose, corn syrup and molasses. Sugars provide empty calories that lack nutrition and increase the odds of becoming overweight or obese. The American Heart Association recommends that women limit sugar to 6 tsp. per day, and men avoid eating more than 9 tsp. per day. Sodium intake should be 2,300 mg per day, but most Americans consume 4,000 to 5,000 mg in any 24-hour period.
“The more we researched, the more we were appalled by the food that we had been eating, and the smaller our grocery list got,”
says Matt Bialach
Bialach and his wife completely changed their way of life; they became vegan and went on a month-long juice cleanse, resulting in weight loss, more energy and lower blood pressure and heart rates. His wife Bernadett even began participating in marathons.
However, not all food news is bad news. Good choices for a healthy diet include water, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, Greek yogurt, cheese, eggs and seafood such as cod, salmon, sardines, scallops, shrimp and tuna.
The key to eating a better diet is to become well informed on holistic nutrition. Food for thought is more than a phrase at SWIHA – it’s a way of life. Students can enroll in a variety of on campus or online courses that go into extensive detail about nutrition and holistic health.
SWIHA offers a 200 hour Holistic Nutrition Specialist Certificate of Excellence, where students learn how to make healthier food and lifestyle choices, as well as how to coach others around their food and nutrition choices. This program is available online or on campus.


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Cash point and retail equipment manufacturer NCR has unveiled a working concept for a next-generation cash machine controlled by a handheld PC or mobile phone. Codenamed Freedom, the machine, which resembles...
Biggest-ever acquisition for BlackBerry reflects shift towards security software and services
Communication between the board and IT cannot be solely one way
And more than half route data via servers in China - despite Chinese government clampdown on VPNs
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IES Los Angeles (Illuminating Engineering Society) is pleased to announce an exciting new venue and a variety of event enhancements for the very popular 24th Annual IESLA Wally
Whitney Memorial Product Fair – now just weeks away. The event will be held for the first time at the historic Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on February 21st, and will include over 120 lighting manufacturers exhibiting the latest in LED technology and emerging trends in fixture design.
Online registration is live at IESLA.org, and guests can expect exciting perks, from Free admission, LYFT codes and Free parking (1:30 – 8:00 pm) – to a complimentary contemporary food offering, a barista-staffed coffee bar, and a no-host bar serving beer and wine. Live music is planned, and guests can enter sponsored raffles for prizes. Pre-registration is strongly
IESLA Wally Whitney Memorial Product Fair; The Barker Hanger at Santa Monica Airport, 3021 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90405. February 21, 2019 / 1:30 – 8:00pm
Free admission, food and parking.


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Keshet International, the worldwide content production and distribution company has partnered with Ananey Communications Group to introduce teens and kids’ series in the Indian market.
Ananey, being the one representing Viacom brands like Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., MTV and Comedy Central in Israel, the company also has its subsidiary in the name of Nutz Productions. The production house has treated its audience with ‘The Greenhouse’, which is an English language version of ‘Greenhouse Academy’.
Keshet International will be holding worldwide second-window distribution rights. Following this partnership, the two companies will be introducing a number of series which include ‘The Hood’, ‘Spell Keepers’ and ‘Bed & Biscuits’.
Alon Shtruzman, the CEO of Keshet International, said: “We are incredibly fortunate and honored to be partnering with one of the most reputable and outstanding providers of kids’ content in the business. We look forward to doing great things together in the future, as KI expands and diversifies into the business of kid’s distribution and production”.
Orly Atlas-Katz, the Co-CEO of Ananey Communications Group, commented: “We are thrilled to be partnering with KI and together raising further global exposure and awareness in the international market to our award winning kids and teens content”.


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The success of the maintenance shutdown involves a lot of teamwork. The work schedule, parts, and tools required are all planned out well in advance to make sure it's a well-managed shutdown. "This project has a major impact on local contractors who are key to getting the job done. With maintenance costs of more than $1 million per day plus the lost revenue from operations, it is critical to have a shutdown that is well planned and executed," said Jim Brewster, manager of the Irving Pulp & Paper mill.
The shutdown began on Saturday, October 20 and will continue until Saturday, October 27. Two major pieces of equipment are being replaced during the maintenance: a pulp dryer cylinder mould and a dregs washer.
City police will be directing traffic each morning at the entrance to the mill near the Reversing Falls Bridge to accommodate the increased traffic of contractors. "On behalf of all employees at the mill, we wish to thank the public for their patience during the busy week as we continue to invest in modernizing our mill to remain competitive in the long term," Brewster said.
The Irving Pulp & Paper mill on Saint John's west side employs 340 full-time employees who contribute to the community and the local economy. Every year the mill purchases over $50 million in goods and services from local suppliers in New Brunswick. The mill has been nationally and internationally honoured for pioneering world-first reverse osmosis technology to clean waste water and improve aquatic habitat. Since 2007, the mill has reduced its air emissions by 80 percent; and each year the mill diverts 98 percent of its total solid waste from landfills to beneficial uses such as composting and agricultural land spreading.
Saint John is the hub for forest products in New Brunswick. According to David Campbell of Jupia Consultants Inc., there are over 2,800 persons employed as a direct or indirect impact of JDI forestry-related operations in Saint John, which generated annual wages of $221 million in 2011. JDI forestry-related operations support one out of every 25 employed persons in the Saint John region. Total annual consumer spending in New Brunswick generated from JDI's Saint John region forestry-related operations was $168.5 million in 2011.*
Forest products in the Saint John region have recently contributed to increased shipping service at the Port of Saint John and are key to sustaining a multi-modal transportation hub in the city. Over 250 small- and medium-sized enterprises in the greater Saint John region supply goods and services to the forest products sector in the city. A vibrant forest sector in Saint John also supports research, innovation, and training with the University of New Brunswick and the New Brunswick Community College.


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The Community Book Fair features new books at 50 percent or more off cover prices plus educational products for all ages, including newly released works, award-winning titles, children's classics, and interactive software.
The school plans to donate its proceeds in the form of books. Locally, the school will distribute books through the state Department of Children and Families . In addition, donated books will be sent to the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota and to a school affected by Hurricane Katrina.
For more information, call Janet Greenberg at (203) 797-4460, ext. 4714.


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Need Some Support? Hyundai Capital Offers Dealers & Customers Worldwide COVID-19 Support Programs
The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered the worst global economic downturn since the Great Depression in the 1930s. Posting the fiscal deficits larger than those during the 2008 global financial crisis, countries around the world have come up with a series of measures to stimulate the economy. The worst economic downturn is still underway.
Some countries are fortunate enough to see relatively quicker recovery, but the COVID-19 pandemic is aggravating in many others, including the United States, Brazil, India, and Russia, further dragging down their economies. The International Monetary Fund has recently forecasted that the 2020 global economic growth rate would be minus 4.9% due to the pandemic. The Federal Reserve announced in July that while the U.S. industrial output increased for the previous two months, the production dropped by an annual rate of 42.6%, the largest quarterly rate decline since World War II.
The automotive industry is also going through an unprecedented crisis. Vehicle manufacturers have suspended their factory operation, and dealerships are struggling with their business. Compounding the crisis is that their potential customers have lost their jobs and seen their income shrunk. IHS Markit has forecasted that 88 million cars would be sold this year worldwide, down by 12% from a year ago.
Global automotive companies have been looking for diverse measures to overcome the crisis, including budget cuts, fixed cost reduction, liquidity increase, to name a few.
Considering the difficulties that both customers and dealers face, Hyundai Capital’s global entities have come up with various support programs in partnership with Hyundai, Kia and Genesis. And these programs have been well-received in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Brazil. Hyundai Capital operates Hyundai Finance, Kia Finance and Genesis Finance in 11 countries worldwide.
Hyundai Capital America, which runs Hyundai Motor Finance, Kia Motors Finance and Genesis Finance in the market, provided first payment deferral programs to 20,000 new retail customers who purchased a vehicle, allowing them to make their first payment 90 to 120 days later between March and May. The three months were when the U.S. was hit hardest by the COVID-19. The American operation also allowed 130,000 existing customers to defer a monthly retail or lease payment up to three times and extending their finance term, easing the financial pressure of more than 200,000 monthly payments.
The measures turned out to be successful. Although the U.S. auto market has worsened in the wake of the COVID-19, Hyundai and Kia were able to achieve a combined market share of 8.9% as of June, continuing its winning streak in market share for 23 consecutive months.
“Our top priority lies in better supporting customers and dealers according to each market’s conditions as we go through this unprecedented time,” said Paul Skiadas, who heads the Global Business Division at Hyundai Capital.
Relief programs for customers suffering from COVID-19
Hyundai Capital entities in the U.S., Canada, and the UK offered payment deferral and waived programs to customers who can’t afford to make a payment due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In Canada, in which the automotive market was hit harder by the pandemic than in the neighboring U.S., Hyundai Capital Canada offered payment deferral programs up-to 180-days to customers who financed the purchase of a new vehicle through Hyundai Motor Finance and Genesis Finance. The company also offered a 6-months payment waiver to customers who financed or a 3-months payment waiver to customers who leased a new vehicle through Kia Motors Finance. Existing customers were offered to defer lease payment up-to one month, finance payment up-to three months.
As a result of various customer support programs, “Hyundai Capital Canada was able to support strong sales for OEMs in June when the combined market share of Hyundai and Kia rose to 13.5% in June,” said Mark Di Donato, who heads Sales and Marketing Department at Hyundai Capital Canada. “We achieved the largest monthly sales volume of $200 million in July since the establishment of Hyundai Capital Canada,” he added.
Hyundai Capital Bank Europe offered zero-interest loan and payment deferral programs in Germany. Hyundai Capital UK directly contacted customers whose agreements were due to end during lockdown to offer them a 3-month deferral or 12-month refinance of their balloon payment. The measures helped customers preserve future renewal opportunities. They also launched a 0% PCP product with 3-month deferred payments to help customers. All of this was heavily promoted and signposted via dedicated webpages.
Banco Hyundai Capital Brasil also decided to extend the customer care program in August. New customers can make their first payment starting from 2021, and existing customers can defer their payment for up to 90 days.
Liquidity support for dealers amid sluggish auto market
The support from Hyundai Capital is not merely targeted at customers. Dealers also benefited from a chain of aids. Global operations came up with programs to improve cash flow of dealers struggling with financial difficulties amid the downturn of the automotive market.
Hyundai Capital America was quick to deploy solutions that spanned their floor plan and commercial financing products in support of their dealer partners. As part of Dealer Cash Flow Assistance Programs, the operation provided 60-day deferral on floor plan interest payments and 60-day waived curtailments on aged units. Also, 90-day deferral on principal payments for existing working capital and real estate loans and 3-year fixed interest-only for new working capital loan applications were offered.
Hyundai Capital Bank Europe provided payment deferral programs for 105 days to about 640 Hyundai and Kia dealers in Germany. Similarly, Hyundai Capital UK extended interest-free stocking periods and suspended payments for demonstrators for over 300 dealers on wholesale credit to ease the burden of the lockdown period when they were unable to sell cars.
Banco Hyundai Capital Brasil has extended the period for its floor plan payment from 120 days to 210 days. “We are committed to helping dealers stay financially healthy with the dealer fund, raised together with Hyundai Motor Brasil and its dealers,” said Banco Hyundai Capital Brasil CEO Cezar Janikian.


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BD to have DFQF access to Japan even after graduation from LDC
Japan has assured Bangladesh that it will continue to have duty-free and quota-free (DFQF) access to the Japanese market even after it graduates from the least developed country (LDC) status.
Commerce minister Tofail Ahmed, who recently visited Japan, said this at a press conference at his secretariat office in the city on Tuesday.
The minister along with a high-powered delegation visited the Asian country to explore business opportunities.
Currently, Bangladeshi products enjoy Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) facility in the Japanese market.
"The ready-made garment (RMG) is the main export item for the Japanese market. Japan has assured me that it will continue to give DFQF facility to Bangladeshi products even after graduation from the LDC status in 2024," Tofail said.
He said Japan has been the largest bilateral donor for Bangladesh since independence. It has provided nearly US$12 billion in assistance since fiscal year (FY) 1971-72.
Currently, some 266 Japanese companies have invested in Bangladesh, said the minster.
The Bangladesh government has agreed to earmark a special economic zone (SEZ) for the Japanese investors, he added.
The commerce minister conveyed his deep condolences to the Japanese government over the death of seven Japanese nationals who were killed along with other victims in the Holey Artisan attack in Dhaka.
He also urged Japan to withdraw the Level 2 travel alert for travellers to Bangladesh.
He said Japanese investors believe that Bangladesh is now a risk-free country for trade and business, as they are implementing different projects in the county.
The minister said Japan has assessed that there is no militancy threat for its nationals in Bangladesh. It would take necessary action to withdraw the Level 2 travel warning as early as possible.
He said Japanese investors have shown keen interest to invest in the textile sector of Bangladesh.
Japan also wants to import manpower from Bangladesh, he added.
The minister expressed the hope that Japan will be the large export destination for Bangladeshi items in near future and export earnings from Japan will cross US$ 2.0 billion-mark within next two or three years.
Currently, Bangladesh earns US$1.13 billion from exports of goods, mostly RMG items, to Japan.
During his visit to Japan, Tofail Ahmed proposed holding the fourth meeting of public-private economic dialogue in Dhaka.
Japan has highly praised Bangladesh's kind supports towards displaced Rohingyas who fled violence in Myanmar, he told the press conference.
Japan has also sought Bangladesh's support for hosting the World Expo-2025, he added.
Currently, Japan is providing nearly US$3.60 billion for Bangladesh's largest power unit, Matarbari 1200MW coal-fired power plant, along with its township and a port facility development project, and nearly $2.0 billion for the country's first metro rail (MRT-6), according to a data.
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The key to the process, Mr. Bullington said, was software from a company he would not identify that tracks state and local sales taxes. The handful of companies that sell online tax calculators include Taxware, a unit of First Data, and CCH. Taxware's program costs, on average, $30,000 for a one- to three-year contract, according to a spokeswoman.
Walmart.com's new system ''isn't 100 percent perfect'' in calculating the right taxes, Mr. Bullington said, ''but you've got to start somewhere.''
Mr. Bullington said the company had decided to start collecting online partly because Wal-Mart had begun more fully integrating its stores with its online operations -- allowing customers to buy items online and pick them up at the store, for instance.
That is a trend among traditional merchants, analysts say. ''Bricks-and-mortar retailers are coming to appreciate that the benefits of integrating their store operations with their Web sites outweigh the cost of not collecting tax,'' said Mr. Cassar of Jupiter.
But because the bulk of bricks-and-mortar companies already collect sales taxes online, Mr. Cassar said, the states may not find much new gold in Internet taxes any time soon. Given the current budgetary woes of state governments, though, even a little gold is enough to start a noisy fight.


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Amusnet Interactive is presenting its new video slot, Extra Crown, which the iGaming provider says combines the “timeless charm of classic video slots with a glamorous layout.” The company further added that customers can now discover a world “where rewards reign supreme” by playing the latest release.
This 5 reel, 10 fixed lines video slot offers a kingdom full of fruits, bells, and sevens, “where fortunes await those bold enough to seize them.”
“Step into a world of art-inspired luxury where every spin is a masterpiece of its own,” said the company of the new game’s theme.
Amusnet advises its customers to watch out for the Crown Wild symbol and its great rewards. The Dollar and Star symbols are Scatters boosting winnings.
Guests can play the game and multiply their winning through the Gamble feature. And once the Jackpot Cards Bonus game is triggered, “impressive” Jackpots will be revealed under this new title.
Last month, the company announced another art-inspired release, titled Art of Gold. The game is a 5-reels, 40-fixed paylines video slot that offers “vivid gameplay along with epic sound effects with tremendous payouts.”
The company noted that the video title “combines the beauty of art with the thrill of big rewards.” During the game, players are encouraged to look out for a fortunate Clover Symbol as Wild and a Lucky Dollar as Scatter. The Clover wild symbol presents great rewards and the Dollar symbol will boost the player’s winnings.


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It looks like Nintendo has another smash-hit on its hands with the recently-released Super Mario Maker 2.
Following on from its Wii U and Nintendo 3DS predecessor, Super Mario Maker 2 released on the Nintendo Switch late last month.
Interestingly, it seems that being on the Switch is enough to boost the game’s physical sales numbers way above that of the original game (although, let’s face it, who really owned a Wii U?)
The latest UK software charts for physical game sales shows that Super Mario Maker 2 has almost doubled the number of sales for its predecessor, taking the top physical sales spot for the week.
Crash Team Racing: Nitro-Fueled scooped second-place on the list, with F1 2019 taking third.
Excitingly for Nintendo, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is still holding down the fort in the physical sales department, appearing at number five on the list.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate also made an appearance at number ten.
Check out the top ten best-selling physical games in the UK (week ending 29 June 2019) below:
- Super Mario Maker 2
- Crash Team Racing
- F1 2019
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
- Rooty Dooty Tooty 2-ty
- Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
- Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Despite being a new title, the community for the Super Mario Maker 2 is already in full swing, creating playable levels for the whole world to enjoy.
“I made a level that focuses on the Red POW Blocks in the 3D World style. You basically have to trigger them to break bricks so you can progress,” said one Twitter user.
There’s even been a level created to appease notorious (and amazing) Twitter account, @CanYouPetTheDog.
Check out some other cool level creations in the tweet below.
Have you been playing Super Mario Maker 2?
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SEGA Amusements International will be at IAAPA Expo in booth #1315 with a slew of games, including their new video redemption game featuring the iconic Men in Black.
The gameplay allows players to take on the roles of Agent N and Agent V to protect the world from aliens – winning tickets along the way. The game features aliens, weapons and locations from the Men in Black franchise, offering an immersive experience that transports players right into the cinematic universe of MIB.
SEGA said the game is “presented in a stunning, new, retro-futuristic cabinet that takes design cues from the film’s iconic MIB headquarters.” A chrome UFO with lighting also hovers above the screen and aims to draw players to the game.
“We are thrilled to bring the energy, excitement and humor of this fantastic franchise to life in a video redemption game,” said CEO Paul Williams. “Men in Black is perfect for the current market and testing has shown that the brand is a powerful attraction for players of all ages. Men in Black is a ‘must have’ game for operators looking to entice new visitors in 2022 and beyond.”


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Morrisons is under mounting pressure to extract legally binding commitments from the US consortium behind a £9.5bn takeover that it will not damage the legacy of the supermarket’s founding family.
The grocer this weekend sought to soothe concerns among farmers that supply agreements will be ripped up, environment pledges would be reneged and UK food supply disrupted.
In a letter to 3,000 farmers, seen by The Sunday Telegraph, Morrisons boss David Potts insisted commitments made by the takeover consortium, led by US private equity firm Fortress, “carry genuine weight”.
He said: “Throughout our discussions with Fortress, we considered very carefully whether Fortress would be a suitable and appropriate owner of Morrisons and whether their plans for the business would protect and develop the fundamental character of Morrisons.”
But Darren Jones MP, chairman of the business select committee, said: “It’s important that the interests of workers, pensioners and customers are carefully considered when these takeover deals are agreed.
“Any commitments made by new potential owners of Morrisons in relation to staff, assets, pensions and the supply chain should be set out clearly, subject to proper scrutiny and made specific and binding.”
National Farmers’ Union president Minette Batters said last week it was “encouraging that the potential buyer has recognised the significant role Morrisons plays as British farming’s biggest direct customer”.
Scepticism remains after Kraft’s takeover of Cadbury a decade ago, however. The US food giant was criticised for backtracking on a promise to keep Cadbury’s Somerdale plant near Bristol open in 2011.
Conservative MP Kevin Hollinrake, whose North Yorkshire constituency includes many farmers, backed calls for the commitments to be legally binding.
“It’s always worrying when a private equity company has no connection with what was until recently a family owned-business,” he said. “You can see how the new owners will want a certain level of flexibility around commitments made ... because you can never tell what it’s going to be like in the future...
“With the Kraft-Cadbury issue we have been let down before, so I think it’s reasonable to ask for something more than assurances.”
Fortress underlined its responsibility for “recognising the legacy of Sir Ken Morrison, Morrisons’ history and culture” in offer documents filed last weekend.
Promises included not making “any material changes to existing payment practices” and support Morrisons’ current commitments on sustainability and food security. But under the Takeover Code, City regulations that govern mergers and acquisitions, the commitments are not legally binding.
Mike Cherry, chairman of the Federation of Small Businesses said: “Commitments made to suppliers before takeovers complete should be kept, and regulators should absolutely explore all avenues to ensure they are.
“Where we’re talking about businesses with a strong presence within local communities – not least supermarkets – the need for promises to be kept is even greater.”