Italy’s Mount Etna erupts in a spectacular lava display
Italian volcano erupts for the second time this month
The Audio Collective launches today as a hybrid of a live-audio creator community, creative and production house, and ambassador group that helps brands, individuals, and organizations elevate their experiences and impact on Clubhouse, and beyond. It is one of the first dedicated studio and creator initiatives in the live, interactive audio app space, built by audio creators, for audio creators, and for anyone who is interested in expanding into this exciting media space. This is a growing network that partners with audio creators, agencies, brands, and studios to build engaging, interactive audio events.
As part of the largest branch and service area expansion in its history, OnPoint Community Credit Union announced today it will open four of the 20 new Fred Meyer branches this month. These new Oregon branches are in Cornelius, South Hillsboro, East Gresham and Sandy. With these four openings, OnPoint will operate 40 branches in communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington. OnPoint is also slated to open 16 additional branches within Fred Meyer locations across the region in 2021.
Survivor star Corinne Kaplan says 'I regret nothing' about her actions on the show
The "Environmental Consulting Services Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The "Global Micro Server IC Market with COVID-19 Impact Analysis by Offering (Hardware, Software), Processor Type (X86, ARM) Application (Web Hosting & Enterprise Applications, Analytics & Cloud Computing, Edge Computing), End-user, and Region - Forecast to 2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks meet on Thursday, March 4 at Madison Square Garden (FSD)
Spring is creeping up fast in the United States, and that means warmer weather is on the horizon after a rough winter in some regions, but for those who suffer from seasonal allergies, there may only be a few weeks left in some parts of the country before allergens begin to kick into full gear. And one part of the nation is already beginning to feel the effects of the spring pollen season. New research from Germany suggests that climate change is now causing allergy season to last longer, as rising temperatures are causing plants to bloom earlier, and pollen from early-blooming locations are traveling into later-blooming locations, UPI recently reported. AccuWeather meteorologists, led by Senior Meteorologist Alan Reppert, released their annual spring allergy forecast this week, after digging into the data and exploring which areas of the country may experience an early or extended season as well as which areas could face higher-than-usual pollen counts. Simply put, different allergens will begin to affect Americans at different points in the season, depending on the region and the weather conditions. AccuWeather forecasters have you covered on where in the U.S. allergy sufferers may need to stock up on tissues -- and keep the windows closed at times this upcoming season. (Photo/mladenbalinovac/Getty Images) "Spring by definition usually involves tree pollens ... trees tend to be dominant in the spring, summer tends to be dominated by grass pollens and fall tends to be dominated by mostly weeds and some molds," Jody Tversky, assistant professor and former clinical director of the Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology at Johns Hopkins University, told AccuWeather. March and April are typically when tree pollen begins to take off in the U.S. People with oak, maple, birch, elm, sycamore and hickory allergies in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. will begin to feel their allergies come on this month. "By the time we reach summer, the trees are in full bloom, and you can tell this when you go to your car and you see these pollen grains on your windshield," Tversky said. The pollen grains people see building up are too large to actually be the cause of people's allergy symptoms, but they do signal that allergy-causing pollen is in the air. Tree pollen forecast The Southeast is already beginning to experience the first effects of allergy season. Trees around the Gulf Coast in particular, Reppert said, have begun releasing pollen. Tree pollen counts for the Northeast are forecast to be around average for most of the region this year, with some above-average tree pollen forecast for the area surrounding the Great Lakes beginning in mid-March and extending through April. This season could end up being a nasty spring season for tree-allergy sufferers in the Midwest as the weather warms up. Midwesterners, including those who live around metropolitan areas like Chicago and Detroit, could experience some of the worst conditions for tree pollen this season. Residents in eastern Washington, northern Idaho and eastern Oregon can also expect tree pollen to reach high levels this year. In contrast, across the Plains, tree pollen should be on par with what is considered average for the region. Southwest residents with tree allergies will be the only ones that will truly be able to rejoice -- with an expected drought and higher-than-usual temperatures on the horizon, tree pollen counts in the region are expected to remain low throughout the season. "Anything that does grow will be pretty quick to die off," Reppert said. "When the grass [and] weeds dry out and have no rainfall for some time, it will actually stunt the grass and weed growth and not allow it to really grow." Grass and weed pollen forecasts The mid-Atlantic and Northeast can expect above-average grass pollen counts to move into the region beginning in late May for points farther south and through June and July for points farther to the north. Several states will have some of the highest grass pollen counts in the nation this year, Reppert said. The highest above-average pollen counts will be focused in the northernmost portion of Virginia into southern Maine. The Great Lakes region, including Michigan, northern Ohio, as well as northwestern parts of Pennsylvania and western New York, will all experience higher-than-average grass pollen counts. Grass pollen could also spell trouble for the northernmost part of the Midwest, most prominently in Michigan, Ohio and parts of Wisconsin. The eastern half of the region can expect above-average weed pollen levels, while the western half will experience normal levels. CLICK HERE FOR THE FREE ACCUWEATHER APP Above-normal levels of grass pollen are forecast to extend into the northern Plains, but the rest of the region should align with levels typically observed in the region. Grass pollen is forecast to come in with near-normal counts for Nevada, Utah and Colorado but will be well below the average for other parts of the Southwest this year, such as across New Mexico, Arizona and western Texas. Spring allergy sufferers in the Southeast could be facing a double whammy this year. Forecasters not only expect above-average grass pollen levels across the region, but also weed pollen counts are predicted to reach well above average during allergy season. "There is some overlap there between grass pollen and weed pollen that's going to be quite high, especially in parts of the Southeast along the Atlantic Ocean," Reppert said. Virginia, the Carolinas, Maryland, Delaware and Florida will feel the weed pollen most acutely in June. In states farther north along the Eastern Seaboard, weed pollen counts will rise into August. Much of the Plains is forecast to experience average weed pollen levels. The Texas Panhandle, Oklahoma Panhandle and the southwestern-most part of Kansas will experience below-average weed pollen. The Southwest will be split in how it is impacted by weed pollen this year. Nevada, Utah, Colorado, most of New Mexico and western Texas will have below-average weed pollen. Most of Arizona and central New Mexico will be on par with previous years, however. Southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico will experience above-average weed pollen near the border of the U.S. and Mexico. Another region that's in for a long and potentially tough season ahead will be the Northeast, according to AccuWeather forecasters. Projections call for weed pollen levels to be consistently above average throughout the entire Northeast this year. In the West, allergy sufferers may skate by with fewer problems. Weed pollen is forecast to be in the average range for the Pacific Northwest, but California's weed pollen levels could be below average for the season. Another layer of complexity as the pandemic persists On top of a harsh season expected for some regions of the country with overlapping pollen seasons, COVID-19 adds another layer of complexity, Tversky said. Seasonal allergy symptoms can get complicated, especially where their symptoms appear similar to the new coronavirus. "Some of the symptoms that are associated with COVID-19 infection include congestion, stuffy nose, feeling a little bit unwell -- even loss of sense of smell for some patients," Tversky explained. Because of the similarities between symptoms of seasonal allergies and symptoms of the coronavirus, a person experiencing allergies amid the pandemic "can be a little bit problematic," as they may not be able to tell what is ailing them. Despite the confusion with seasonal allergies during the pandemic, Tversky, who specializes in chronic sinus disease, said last spring he anecdotally witnessed a sharp drop in people experiencing their typical seasonal allergy symptoms because they were staying inside more than usual. "Enough patients said this where I thought, ‘Oh, this might be a real phenomenon," Tversky said. (Photo/Alkimson/Getty Images) A year into the pandemic, though, Reppert said people are looking to get outside more to enjoy nature, and this change of scenery could put them at increased exposure to allergens. "It could be a double-edged sword because people want to go out, get away, go more into nature and go more into the woods," Reppert said. Avoiding allergens and managing symptoms are key, experts say For people who want to avoid the worst of their allergens, Reppert said there are steps that can be taken to minimize exposure to pollen and symptoms. "After it rains is normally a good time [to avoid allergens]," he said. "Before it rains, there's a lot more pollen in the air, and it can be washed out with the rain that comes through." He did warn, however, that some people suffer from thunderstorm-related pollen allergies, as pollen can be lofted into the air as storm moves into an area. Morning hours are also ideal for evading pollen, before plants have had the full opportunity to respond to the sunlight and bloom. Tversky also noted that a common mistake people with allergies make is over-vacuuming their homes in an attempt to remove dust. "You'll never get rid of all the dust," he explained, and "all you're doing with that vacuuming is kicking up the dust that's there." Keeping windows closed during allergy season is a great way to prevent bringing pollen or other allergens into your home. There are also many over-the-counter allergy medications that people can take as needed. "You might even go as far as keeping an eye on the pollen counts through your local AccuWeather network or allergist networks that post that information," Tversky said. "On very high pollen count days, that may not be the day that you want to spend browsing around outside very much." He suggested people who suffer from seasonal allergies see a doctor, so they can pinpoint the exact allergen that is the trigger. "I wouldn't be doing my job if I didn't say for folks that are really suffering that it's critical they consider seeing an allergist," Tversky said. "It's important to see what you're actually allergic [to] and then you can tailor your treatment to your sensitivities." Keep checking back on AccuWeather.com and stay tuned to the AccuWeather Network on DirecTV, Frontier, Spectrum, Fubo, and Verizon Fios.
Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is proud to announce that it has achieved a Gold rating for the American Legal Industry Sustainability Standard (ALISS) assessment. ALISS was created by the Law Firm Sustainability Network (LFSN), the leading U.S.-based organization dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability among law firms.
Fox Bar based Paper Thin Pizza, located at Soho House Chicago, will offer pizzas with a special basil replacement -- hemp greens.
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TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings NOTIFICATION OF MAJOR HOLDINGS (to be sent to the relevant issuer and to the FCA in Microsoft Word format if possible)i 1a. Identity of the issuer or the underlying issuer of existing shares to which voting rights are attachedii:G4S plc1b. Please indicate if the issuer is a non-UK issuer (please mark with an “X” if appropriate)Non-UK issuer 2. Reason for the notification (please mark the appropriate box or boxes with an “X”)An acquisition or disposal of voting rightsXAn acquisition or disposal of financial instruments An event changing the breakdown of voting rights Other (please specify)iii: 3. Details of person subject to the notification obligationivNameSociété Générale SA (SG SA)City and country of registered office (if applicable)Puteaux, France4. Full name of shareholder(s) (if different from 3.)vName City and country of registered office (if applicable) 5. Date on which the threshold was crossed or reachedvi:03/03/20216. Date on which issuer notified (DD/MM/YYYY):04/03/20217. Total positions of person(s) subject to the notification obligation % of voting rights attached to shares (total of 8. A)% of voting rights through financial instruments (total of 8.B 1 + 8.B 2)Total of both in % (8.A + 8.B)Total number of voting rights held in issuerviiResulting situation on the date on which threshold was crossed or reached5.68%0.16%5.84%1,551,594,436Position of previous notification (if applicable)5.86%0.16%6.02% 8. Notified details of the resulting situation on the date on which the threshold was crossed or reachedviiiA: Voting rights attached to sharesClass/type of sharesISIN code (if possible)Number of voting rightsix% of voting rightsDirect(DTR5.1)Indirect (DTR5.2.1)Direct(DTR5.1)Indirect(DTR5.2.1)GB00B01FLG62Ordinary shares59,937,70103.86%0.00%GB00B01FLG62Borrowed Ordinary shares28,149,31201.82%0.00%SUBTOTAL 8. A88,087,0135.68% B 1: Financial Instruments according to DTR5.3.1R (1) (a)Type of financial instrumentExpiration datexExercise/ Conversion PeriodxiNumber of voting rights that may be acquired if the instrument is exercised/converted.% of voting rights SUBTOTAL 8. B 1 B 2: Financial Instruments with similar economic effect according to DTR5.3.1R (1) (b)Type of financial instrumentExpiration datexExercise/ Conversion Period xiPhysical or cash settlementxiiNumber of voting rights % of voting rightsContract for DifferenceN/AN/ACash56,5420.00%OTC Call option03/01/2033Till 03/01/2033Cash1,200,0000.08%Listed call warrant03/01/2033Till 03/01/2033Cash1,200,0000.08% SUBTOTAL 8.B.22,456,5420.16% 9. Information in relation to the person subject to the notification obligation (please mark the applicable box with an “X”)Person subject to the notification obligation is not controlled by any natural person or legal entity and does not control any other undertaking(s) holding directly or indirectly an interest in the (underlying) issuerxiii Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the voting rights and/or the financial instruments are effectively held starting with the ultimate controlling natural person or legal entityxiv (please add additional rows as necessary)XNamexv% of voting rights if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold% of voting rights through financial instruments if it equals or is higher than the notifiable thresholdTotal of both if it equals or is higher than the notifiable thresholdSociété Générale S.A. Société Générale Effekten GmbH 10. In case of proxy voting, please identify:Name of the proxy holder The number and % of voting rights held The date until which the voting rights will be held 11. Additional informationxvi Place of completionLondon, United Kingdom Date of completionMarch 04th, 2021
Berlin Packaging, the world's largest hybrid packaging supplier, announced today the acquisition of Roma International, a leading supplier of bottles, jars and closures for high-end cosmetics and personal care products.
Semiconductor Industry Landscape is expected to register a healthy CAGR of over 6% during the forecast period (2021 - 2026). Technical advancements across the semiconductor industry are continuously evolving along with increased investments in memory devices and semiconductor component.New York, March 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Semiconductor Industry Landscape - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p06030490/?utm_source=GNW - The advent of IoT and artificial intelligence (AI), along with the proliferation of sophisticated electronics are driving the high-end application segment across the consumer electronics and automotive industries. These dynamics have increased the rate of adoption of the latest semiconductor manufacturing, to meet the growing demand.- The consumer electronics market is expected to generate about 50% of its revenue from the sales of TVs, video-game consoles & handhelds, and digital set-top boxes, where wearables are expected to grow at a very high rate by the end of 2022, thereby driving the growth of the semiconductor market landscape.- Increasing concerns regarding what data capture and communications services their chips enable, along with their ability to collaborate with other players across the IoT value chain, are making semiconductor companies approach their markets differently. Production of custom chipsets, based on consumer requirements are expected to grow rapidly, increasing demand for several advanced semiconductor application.Key Market TrendsConsumer Electronics Sector is Gaining Traction During the Forecast Period- The electronics market has a constant demand for higher power dissipation, faster speeds, and higher pin counts, along with smaller footprints. The miniaturization and integration of semiconductors have given rise to smaller, lighter, and more portable devices, such as tablets, smartphones, and the emerging IoT devices. Each new iteration of consumer electronics products is smarter, lighter, and more energy-efficient than its predecessors. This creates huge expectations among customers for the next iteration, which is a major selling point for the producers of consumer electronics sector.- The semiconductor technology is consistently scaling down to smaller sizes and geometries, where a single chip is able to house more and more devices, thereby implying more functionalities per chip, due to which a number of previously-used chips are now being merged into a single chip, by providing highly-integrated solutions.- Recent advancements in silicon wafer materials have allowed the process of Wafer Level Packaging (WLP), where an IC is packaged, resulting in a component that is practically the same size as that of the die, increasing the usage of semiconductor ICs across the consumer electronics components.Asia-Pacific to Register the Largest Growing Region During the Forecast Period- The growth of the semiconductor industry landscape in the region correlates with the end-user growth across the region, being one of the significant markets for smartphones, and is witnessing rising investments in renewable, automotive (EVs specifically), among various others.- With the rise in electronic equipment production across the region, the largest country market across the Asia Pacific region is China. According to the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) and SIA Estimates, China is the single largest country of APAC region, thereby accounting for 56% of the Asia Pacific market and is capturing 34% of the total global market.- The consumption of semiconductor components is rapidly increasing in China, Japan, South Korea as compared to other countries, owing to the continuing transfer of diverse electronic equipment to China. Also, China is home to three of the top five largest consumer electronics sector in the world, posing tremendous opportunities for semiconductor adoption across the region during the forecast period.- Also, the region boasts of the highest investment in the electrical & electronics segment, for instance in 2018, Taiwan-based Powertech Technology announced an investment of more than USD 1.68 billion, in an advanced factory, to ride on the next technology wave of artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and connected cars. This is set to fuel innovation in the semiconductor industry in the aforementioned applications.Competitive LandscapeThe Semiconductor Industry Landscape is highly competitive and consists of several players. In terms of market share, some of the major players currently dominate the market. However, with the advancement in the chip manufacturing process for providing enhanced applications, new players are increasing their market presence thereby expanding their business footprint across the emerging economies.- September 2019 - Kyocera Corporation announced its new 5655 Series electronic Board-to-Board connectors optimized for high-speed data transmission, featuring a 0.5mm-pitch and a stacking height of just at 4mm, among the world’s thinnest for this class of connector.- June 2019 - Texas Instruments introduced an automotive system basis chip being the industry’s first to integrate a controller and transceiver for Controller Area Network with Flexible Data Rate (CAN FD). The TCAN4550-Q1 helps designers lower system power consumption when in standby mode through the wake and inhibit features.Reasons to Purchase this report:- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format- 3 months of analyst supportRead the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p06030490/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place.__________________________ CONTACT: Clare: clare@reportlinker.com US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001
Protesters in Lebanon burned tires and closed several major roads on Thursday as the severe economic crisis gripping the country continued to spiral out of control with no progress on the formation of a new Cabinet. In a new low, a fistfight broke out inside a supermarket in Beirut, apparently over the purchase of subsidized powdered milk. The Beirut supermarket issued a statement later saying the fistfight broke out when a shopper attacked a branch manager who told him he cannot buy large amounts of subsidized milk and oil without considering the restrictions.
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