Month: February 2023

22 Feb

5 Things to Do When Planning a Sabbatical

Business

NEW YORK, February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - iQuanti: Does navigating the daily hurdles of life and work leave you feeling unfulfilled and uninspired? If you think you are experiencing burnout, have had a change of heart about your career goals, or simply want to make time to explore your hobbies and personal interests, taking a sabbatical from your job can be a great way to rest, reset, and reevaluate your life. You'll want to think ahead about how to best prepare for your extended time away, and the following tips can help you plan, stay organized, and make the most…

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22 Feb

Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with the Leaders of the Bucharest Nine Eastern Flank NATO Allies

Politics

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with the Bucharest Nine (B9) group of our eastern flank NATO Allies as well as NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to underscore the U.S. commitment to Transatlantic security. Ahead of the one year anniversary of Russia’s unprovoked aggression against Ukraine, leaders reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine and underscored their shared commitment to stand with the Ukrainian people for as long as it takes. They discussed the strengthened defensive posture on NATO’s eastern flank, and President Biden reiterated the United States’ ironclad commitment to NATO’s Article 5. They looked forward to further strengthening…

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22 Feb

President Biden Names Thirtieth Round of Judicial Nominees

Politics

The President is announcing his intent to nominate two individuals to federal district courts and one individual to the United States Court of Federal Claims—all of whom are extraordinarily qualified, experienced, and devoted to the rule of law and our Constitution. These choices also continue to fulfill the President’s promise to ensure that the nation’s courts reflect the diversity that is one of our greatest assets as a country—both in terms of personal and professional backgrounds. This will be President Biden’s thirtieth round of nominees for federal judicial positions, bringing the number of announced federal judicial nominees to 157. United…

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22 Feb

Southwestern Scale Announces Expansion Into Texas

Business

The scale servicer, manufacturer, and provider of industrial and commercial-grade weighing scales made the announcement Wednesday. Southwestern Scale's new Fort Worth, Texas office FORT WORTH, Texas, February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Southwestern Scale Company Inc. (SWSCALE), a servicer, manufacturer, and provider of industrial and commercial-grade weighing scales, has announced that it has opened a new office in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, in an effort to boost efficiency and services to the Lone Star State. The Phoenix-born business is in its 75th year of operation and has been a major player in the American Southwest scale industry for decades. Mark Murdza,…

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22 Feb

Stirling CBD Forecasts CBD Use to Grow in 2023

Business

The online leader in all-natural CBD products says millions of people are using CBD products to help alleviate issues of sleep, anxiety, and depression. CARY, N.C., February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Rates of cannabidiol (CBD) usage in the United States are projected to surge in 2023, according to Stirling CBD, the leading online provider of potent and natural CBD products. With recent studies suggesting as high as a 10% year-over-year (YoY) increase in usage, Stirling CBD predicts that 2023 will be a pivotal year for the industry as the widespread adoption of CBD-infused products is set to take place across the…

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22 Feb

FACT SHEET: BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES ACTION TO SAVE HOMEBUYERS AND HOMEOWNERS $800 PER YEAR

Politics

850,000 homebuyers and homeowners with new FHA-insured mortgages expected to benefit in 2023 Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced an action that will save homebuyers and homeowners with new FHA-insured mortgages an average of $800 per year, lowering housing costs for an estimated 850,000 homebuyers and homeowners in 2023. Vice President Harris and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Fudge will travel to Bowie, Maryland, today to announce that HUD, through the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), will reduce its annual mortgage insurance premium by 0.30 percentage points, from 0.85% to 0.55% for most new borrowers. The mortgage insurance premium…

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22 Feb

Stevens Transport Honored by Forbes as One of America’s Best Employers

Business

Stevens Transport named to the Forbes list of America's Best Employers 2023 America's Best MidSize Employers Stevens Transport named one of America's Best Employers 2023 by Forbes. DALLAS, February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Stevens Transport, North America's premier multi-modal, temperature-controlled transportation and logistics company, announced that they have been named to the Forbes list of America's Best Employers 2023. This award, presented by Forbes and Statista, is based entirely on employee satisfaction and their willingness to recommend their employer to others. "We are honored to receive this prestigious recognition from Forbes, as it reflects how our employees feel about the…

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22 Feb

Vilcek Foundation Awards $100,000 Prize in Biomedical Science to Alejandro Sánchez Alvarado

Business

Born in Venezuela, developmental and molecular biologist Alejandro Sánchez Alvarado receives the $100,000 prize for his contributions to the field of regeneration. Alejandro S\u00e1nchez Alvarado Photo courtesy Vilcek Foundation NEW YORK, February 22, 2023 (Newswire.com) - For his contributions to the field of regeneration, Alejandro Sánchez Alvarado receives the Vilcek Prize in Biomedical Science. The Vilcek Prize in Biomedical Science is a $100,000 prize awarded annually by the Vilcek Foundation as part of its prizes program.  Awarded annually since 2006, the Vilcek Foundation prizes recognize and celebrate immigrant contributions to scientific research and discovery, and to artistic and cultural advancement in the United…

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22 Feb

War Day 216: war diaries w/Advisor to Ukraine President, Intel Officer @arestovych & #Feygin

Politics

There is a lot of pro-Putin bias in the Western world. We aim to dispel this “macho” propaganda and reveal true colors of his regime: murder, intimidation, industrialized kleptocracy and well-funded russian fascism propaganda machines. We were born in Russia, we have lost friends to this murderer… we see how he “zombifies” most and intimidates and beats down the rest. We also know where his weak spots are and what atrocities his regime is committing on a daily basis. Message from the source channel owner. Daily War Chronicles: Feygin and @arestovych – English translation #PrivateerStation @Alexey Arestovych #Фейгин #ФейгинLIVE Arestovich…

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22 Feb

FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Actions to Expand Offshore Wind Nationally and Harness More Reliable, Affordable Clean Energy

Politics

Proposes first-ever Gulf of Mexico offshore wind lease sale; welcomes California and Louisiana to Federal-State Partnership to build America’s supply chain and increase skilled workforce for offshore wind Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing its latest steps to expand offshore wind jobs and local economic development across the country. These actions, which include proposing the first-ever Gulf of Mexico offshore wind lease sale, are advancing President Biden’s clean energy and economic agenda to revitalize American manufacturing and harness American innovation to deliver reliable, affordable power to homes and businesses, while saving families money and strengthening energy security. Today’s actions—alongside investments…

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