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UrVenue Enables Hotel Guests To Book Experiences In A Unified Cart With Launch Of Property Experience Management System | – Hotel Technology News https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/urvenue-enables-hotel-guests-to-book-experiences-in-a-unified-cart-with-launch-of-property-experience-management-system-hotel-technology-news/ UV Enterprise, the hospitality industry’s first official Property Experience Management System (PXMS), is a full-stack technology platform that provides hospitality leaders the ability to sell, yield, and operate on-property experiences. 10.12.2022 UrVenue is pleased to announce the launch of UV Enterprise, the next generation of its platform to monetize and manage experience-based inventory across an entire property. Just like a property-management system (PMS) which manages an entire property’s room inventory, UV Enterprise, the hospitality industry’s first official Property Experience Management System (PXMS), is a full-stack technology platform that provides hospitality leaders the ability to sell, yield, and operate on-property experiences. In a 2021 study with YouGov, 85% of luxury leisure travelers said they would book additional experiences in advance with a single shopping cart experience. UrVenue solves this growing need by enabling guests to book all available experiences throughout the resort and throughout their stay in a single, unified booking cart and empowering hospitality operators to manage all outlet inventory and service all guests in a single platform. “After more than two years of evolving our industry-leading venue management system, we are very proud to be the pioneers of hospitality’s first PXMS,” said Deron Pearson, CEO of UrVenue. “We believe UV Enterprise is a game changer, fully capable of standing alone as its own hotel technology classification. Managing each experience on a different, siloed system is a real pain point for resort operations and their customers. UV Enterprise manages them all in one place, making the PXMS an integral part of resort operations, just like the PMS.” UV Enterprise has four core capabilities: Commerce: Monetize experience-based inventory with a robust booking and ticketing solution that upsells, cross-sells, and packages live inventory Operations: Streamline property-wide operations, boost team productivity, centralize guest data, and elevate the guest experience. Insights: Leverage an analytics layer across the entire enterprise to provide commerce and operations insights for every team. Knowledge Management: Ensure every system, team, guest touchpoint and third party can securely access vital enterprise data in real-time with unparalleled accuracy. UV Enterprise also includes multiple new and advanced features: Itinerary Builder:  Delight guests with the ability to book every experience under one roof in a unified booking cart and empower employees to book the same experiences on behalf of guests in the guest services dashboard Interactive 3D Seating Maps:  Inspire guests with detailed renderings of venues and empower them to choose the exact location of their VIP table or cabana Distribution Channels: Target guest segments with customized pricing and inventory and manage distribution channels, including 3rd party resellers, with ease Revenue Management: Yield prices, daypart inventory, and segment customers with robust, automated tools Comprehensive Payment Methods: Employ a variety of payment options tailored to your experience – reservations, secured reservations, deposits, food and beverage minimums, or full pre-payments Partner Integrations: Connect the dots between all key guest touchpoints with 30+ integrations with POS, PMS, payment, and other best-in-class partners Founded in 2011, UrVenue is a dominant presence on the Las Vegas Strip and has expanded to service more than 250 clients in 15 countries. It is specifically built for experience-based inventory found within a resort or mixed-use environments – nightclubs, dayclubs, pools, restaurants, sportsbooks, lounges, shows, recreation, activities, and more. Prior to its official launch, UV Enterprise has been piloted by Las Vegas’ and the world’s largest integrated resorts. Does your company have news it would like to share with our readers? If so, we invite you to review our editorial guidelines and submit your press release for publishing consideration.

Free Tax Preparation Program Gets Reprieve By Davidson Medical Ministries – Lexington Dispatch https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/free-tax-preparation-program-gets-reprieve-by-davidson-medical-ministries-lexington-dispatch/ The free tax preparation program that helps Davidson County residents has been given an extension thanks to Davidson Medical Ministries.   The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides assistance for low- to mid-income families, the elderly and underserved with free help preparing and filing their federal and state income tax returns. Want to know more about what is happening in Davidson County? Support local journalism, subscribe to The Dispatch.  For the past several years, the program has been provided each year by the Davidson County Tax Coalition through grant funding from Davidson County Social Services.  In April, VITA program leaders were informed the county would no longer be funding the program after this year due to budget issues.   But according to VITA Program Coordinator Bill Gilleland, he was recently informed that Davidson Medical Ministries has agreed to sponsor the program.  “I am so glad we were able to find a way to continue it,” said Gilleland. “And being part of DC Connect will help us get more volunteers. I have talked to several places who are willing to let us set up in their buildings, we are so glad to have the support of the community to serve the population that needs it the most.”  Previously, the program was offered each year between January and April at local libraries and other county owned properties, but it will now be located at other sites.  Lexington’s primary site will now be at First Evangelical Lutheran Church on S. State Street.  Thomasville’s site will be at Memorial United Methodist Church on Randolph Street.  The Davidson-Davie Community College VITA Site, which is a part of their Single Stop program, will still be on campus in the Love Resource Center.  At this time, the new Denton site location has not been determined.   This is a full-circle move for the VITA program, as Davidson Medical Ministries was part of the original group that started the program in Davidson County almost 20 years ago. The organization also previously hosted the program before it moved to being funded by Davidson County.  More:Connecting the dots: DC Connect Inc. to provide simplified access to community services The VITA program will be part of Davidson Medical Ministries’ new DC Connect program.  This group is a cooperative of private, non-profit, and governmental agencies that provide services to Davidson County residents, including Davidson County First Hope Ministries, the Salvation Army of Davidson County, Davidson County Medical Ministries, and other agencies.    The purpose of DC Connect is to give any resident a single location to contact when they are in need of services whether it be for mental health, homelessness, substance abuse, medical needs, food insecurity or etc.  The VITA program is also looking for volunteers to help assist residents with their taxes. Tax seasons are ten to eleven weeks and sessions are in the afternoon.  Return preparers should be comfortable using computers and numbers.  Previous return preparation experience is a plus, but not required as the IRS provides all the training materials and software access needed to become a certified preparer.    Those interested in being a VITA volunteer or wanting more information should contact Bill Gilleland at billg@medicalministries.org by October 31.  They may also call DC Connect at (336) 243-3222 and leave a message.

Cruising Emerges As The Top Family Travel Trend For Indians In 2023 – Travel Daily https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/cruising-emerges-as-the-top-family-travel-trend-for-indians-in-2023-travel-daily/ The top travel trends that emerged from the August 2022 study include that 8 in 10 urban Indian families who are planning to travel internationally are considering a cruise holiday in the next 12 months. 79% of Indians want to vacation with their families and 89% believe it is very important to spend quality time with family for an overall sense of wellbeing. The survey was conducted in August 2022 by Hansa Research on behalf of Norwegian Cruise Line. Family travel goals have taken on an all-new meaning, with Indian families seeking to make up for lost time with new and exciting experiences to strengthen their bond and enjoy each other’s company. The importance of close community and family bonds has emerged as vital to maintaining a sense of wellbeing among Indians, according to a recent survey conducted by Hansa Research on behalf of Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the leading innovator in global cruise travel. Around 78% of respondents said that their vacation goal was to travel to create memories with their loved ones, while 65% said they travel to visit different places and experience something new. Families, particularly those with younger children under 15 years of age, believe that kid-friendly holiday options and dining choices are very important when considering holiday choices. The study further added that when travelling with family, 69% of Indian travellers said value and inclusive pricing was a very important consideration while 61% feel that easy access to attractions and activities was important. It’s no surprise that cruise holidays are top of mind for Indian families seeking to reconnect, since cruising offers the ultimate way to travel together. They can easily visit multiple destinations while unpacking just once, and cruising caters to many different types of travellers with varied entertainment, dining and accommodation options. In addition, a cruise holiday promotes a sense of peace, wellbeing and worry-free travel with everything taken care of from the moment guests step aboard. “It’s really exciting to see such a significant number of Indian travellers have shown a desire to take a cruise vacation so that they can spend quality time with their loved ones”, said Manoj Singh, country head india at NCL. “The thrill of exploring multiple destinations in one vacation with ease has led to families fulfilling their travel goals at sea. With NCL’s world class onboard offerings, port-rich itineraries to almost 400 of the world’s most sought-after destinations and inclusive pricing, families of all shapes and sizes will experience the holiday of a lifetime.” NCL offers the ultimate way for families to reconnect and recharge, with port-rich itineraries that allow them to immerse themselves in each destination, and a fleet of innovative ships that offer an incredibly vast array of choice to suit families large and small – from an onboard racetrack to Broadway entertainment, fine dining and casual fare, as well as multiple accommodation options and unique event spaces that are ideal for milestone moments amongst larger, multi-generational families.

Guadalupe Business Association Hosts Second Annual ‘Taste Of Guadalupe’ | News Channel 3-12 – KEYT https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/guadalupe-business-association-hosts-second-annual-taste-of-guadalupe-news-channel-3-12-keyt/ GUADALUPE, Calif. – An effort to bring tourists and diners to Guadalupe is underway. El Tapatio is cooking for new customers, all thanks to the second annual ‘Taste of Guadalupe.’ “How I see it is like a trick-or-treating for adults, where you just go to all the restaurants listed here,” said Noemi Berumen, owner of El Tapatio. She said they participated last year, and it helped her business.  “Then that friend becomes our regular, then brings their other friends,” said Berumen. “So we get pretty busy, and I say a lot is due to the taste of Guadalupe.” The Guadalupe Business Association says the goal is to bring more foot traffic into the city while also boosting the economy.  Participants can pick a special passport at any of the 16 participating restaurants. When you go to one of the restaurants– you can get the passport stamped… and then have a chance to win prizes like a flat-screen tv.  “This year, if you have eight stamps, you get one entry; 12, you get two entries into the drawing, and three for all 16 stamps,” said Garret Matsuura, president of the Guadalupe Business Association.  The restaurant owner of El Tapatio says no purchase is necessary to participate in “a taste of guadalupe.” However, they said when customers come in, they can’t resist the smell of their food. “We’re excited about this year because it is now who else we will meet,” said Berumen. “Who else hasn’t seen me participate in a long time and get to say hello to them.” Berumen hopes this contest continues every year, all to cook for new and old faces. “It’s really nice to get Guadalupe out there on the map,” said the restaurant owner. The last day to enter the contest is October 31st. For more information, click here.

Ashton Kutcher And Mila Kunis Live By These Healthy Habits – Eat This, Not That https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/ashton-kutcher-and-mila-kunis-live-by-these-healthy-habits-eat-this-not-that/ Real talk: Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis are couple goals in more ways than one. Kutcher is gearing up for the 2022 New York City Marathon and lost around 12 pounds while doing it, with a solid support system right by his side. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, he reveals, “The biggest change physically has been the transfer of muscle mass from upper body to lower body. I’ve lost about 12 lbs. … my wife [Mila Kunis] has been super supportive” (via PEOPLE). Overall, the couple’s lifestyle game is totally on point. If you didn’t already know, their gorgeous Beverly Hills modern farmhouse is complete with a sleek barbecue pavilion, a stunning pool, and a solar-powered farm that’s absolutely bursting with fresh vegetables, according to PEOPLE. After learning all about it, you’ll want to move in and put your green thumb to good use! Growing your own vegetable garden is a total game-changer when it comes to leading a healthy lifestyle, and Kutcher and Kunis clearly understand that. With fresh veggies conveniently located in your own backyard, you know exactly where the meals you consume came from. So if you’re curious about this celeb powerhouse couple’s “fully sustainable” farm and the healthy habits they live by, keep reading to learn more. Matt Winkelmeyer / Staff / Getty Images It all started with the couple’s strong, wholesome values and a dream. “Ashton and Mila are concerned about the quality of the soil, the purity of the food they eat and the water they drink. The ideals of sustainability and regenerative farming aren’t just abstract concepts to them,” says the couple’s architect, Howard Backen (via Architectural Digest). Kunis shares in a cover story with C Magazine the couple’s excitement, saying, “We had this grand idea, and then we moved in four months before COVID hit,” adding, “We didn’t realize how incredible it was to have a fully sustainable house until the world shut down” (via PEOPLE). Talk about perfect timing! Related: Mark Wahlberg, 51, Lives by These Fitness Habits Kutcher (44) and Kunis (39) are understandably proud of living healthy and waited five years for construction on their farm to finish. The stunning property is complete with apple trees and a bountiful veggie garden filled with lettuce, tomatoes, squash, and other sheer goodness (via PEOPLE). And that’s not the only very cool thing about the couple’s digs. Wanting “a home, not an estate,” as Kunis puts it, their farm is totally solar-powered, and the wood used is apparently recycled from an old Wonder Bread factory! Kutcher reveals to Architectural Digest, “We wanted the house to look like an old barn, something that had been here for decades, that was then converted into a house. But it also had to feel modern and relevant.” He also says of their abode, “To feel tranquility in a space, everything needs to be in order. If the world around you isn’t in order, it’s hard to get your brain in order. When we’re in our home, the world just makes sense.” Related: Elon Musk, 51, Has Healthy, Fit Habits You’ll Want To Copy Being in charge of what you put into your body comes with a lot of responsibility. By tending to your own backyard garden—complete with fresh herbs, veggies, and fruits—you’re opening yourself up to a wealth of positive opportunities, specifically being the decision maker on what pesticides and fertilizers come into contact with the food you grow (via Harvard Health Publishing). Having fresh tomatoes, eggplant, lettuce, peppers, basil, and more readily available also makes it seamless to add healthy foods to your daily meals. According to Dr. Helen Delichatsios, an internist at Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital, we should all learn some planting skills. “Backyard gardening can inspire you to take an interest in the origins of your food and make better choices about what you put on your plate,” Dr. Delichatsios says, adding, “When you grow your own food, you savor it more because of the effort it took to get to the table.” This celeb couple’s solar-powered home benefits their overall health and also the environment. Using natural energy protects our ecosystems and all living things! Dubbing themselves “the Kukus,” the pair makes gardening fun family time, recruiting help from their daughter and son, Wyatt, 7; and Dmitri, 5. Kunis admits, “My husband’s from the Midwest, and a lot of this has to do with his upbringing. He’s like, we’re building a farm and we’re all going to work on the farm.” She adds, “I’m from L.A., and I was like, we are? This has been a big learning curve for all of us.” Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis teach their children to “understand the value of a tomato and how much work goes into growing it,” Kunis explains, adding, “Whether it’s learning something new, doing something a little bit scary—all of that makes you stronger” (via PEOPLE). Alexa Mellardo Alexa is the Mind + Body Deputy Editor of Eat This, Not That!, overseeing the M+B channel and delivering compelling fitness, wellness, and self-care topics to readers. Read more about Alexa

Miami Dolphins Captains Vote To Remove Ping-Pong Table From Locker Room Amid Losing Streak – CBS Sports https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/miami-dolphins-captains-vote-to-remove-ping-pong-table-from-locker-room-amid-losing-streak-cbs-sports/ USATSI A ping-pong table has been removed from the Miami Dolphins locker room as part of an effort by team captains to have the team be better prepared amid a two-game losing streak. The ping-pong table had been introduced to the locker room this year, but its removal was confirmed Wednesday afternoon by head coach Mike McDaniel. According to McDaniel, the ping-pong table’s removal came at the request of Dolphins team captains, most notably wide receiver Tyreek Hill, who believed that the locker room game had become a distraction. “Tyreek and the captains decided that they wanted to take a step forward with all their opponent prep with regard to the team and their preparation with our game plans in general,” McDaniel said when discussing the removal of the ping-pong table. “… That, to me, is leadership. To me, leadership is acting, not talking. There’s a bunch of different examples from those guys, and that’s why they’re captains and that’s why I rely on them, because it’s about solving problems, not complaining about them. “They, collectively, as a group of players, wanted more time investment during the week on their jobs for Sunday. So instead of just saying it, they did something about it. And that’s the whole reason that I really have a lot of love for those guys.” Just a few weeks ago, the ping-pong table was seen as a positive in the Dolphins’ locker room after the team sprung out to a 3-0 start. But the situation has changed, and all is now not well: The Dolphins lost 27-15 to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 4, a game that saw quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffer a serious head injury that sparked a far-reaching controversy on the handling of players who have suffered a concussion. Then, the Dolphins were blown out 40-17 by the New York Jets in a game that saw them go to third-string quarterback Skylar Thompson after Teddy Bridgewater was also knocked out with a concussion. Given Miami’s current circumstances, it’ll be all hands on deck for them in Week 6 as they face the Minnesota Vikings with Thompson expected to start.

Hostile Crypto Inc. Launches Metaverse Shakeup With HC Hogz™ NFT Gaming Project – PR Newswire https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/hostile-crypto-inc-launches-metaverse-shakeup-with-hc-hogz-nft-gaming-project-pr-newswire/ First-to-Own fans can now get on the limited whitelist for the baddest, best rendered NFT Characters ever, from Web 3’s most rambunctious new NFT gaming project , /PRNewswire/ – Hostile Crypto Inc.  announced the limited pre-release of its ground-breaking HC Hogz NFTs. The premint of just 2750 HC Hogz characters is the first stop on a game development road-map planned as an all-out fight-game assault on Web 3. The full release of 6666 Hogz NFTs will be available for minting on hchogz.com. Investors in the HC Hogz NFT release will earn unique in-game perks and be invited to help guide Hostile Crypto’s mission to upend the digital verse. HC Hogz NFT Takeover (CNW Group/Hostile Crypto Inc.) The HC Hogz project is creating a thrilling fight-game entertainment environment with real estate in the Metaverse, and an ultimate goal of in-game earning for players. The game storyline, based on the exploits of a hard-living gang of misfit motorcycle outlaws, guarantees maximum mayhem. HC Hogz will be crypto powered, building community engagement through direct input from NFT stakeholders. HC Hogz society is harsh –nomadic, chaotic, armed and violent. But the organized forces aiming to shut down the Hogz outlaw tribe are even more brutal and unrelenting. Three fully animated 3D Hogz game character NFT’s will be on offer in the release. Each is a masterwork of 3D rendering, featuring quality that’s light years ahead of previous generations of NFT Apes and Kitties. Though life-like, Hogz ain’t pretty. These are the lead characters in a powerhouse fight game riffing off the exploits of badass modern-era pirates. It takes cunning and strong character to hold on to criminal independence in a changing world.  These Hogz have it.      Each of the three characters on offer in Hostile Crypto’s pre-lease are premiere warriors, destined to rule in the Hogz game ecosystem: The Boss Hog presents as cunning, ruthless and power-hungry. Could be he sees more deeply than he lets on, making tough calls to keep his outlaw clan together … and alive. The Enforcer Hog is all action, with all the courage and war tactics to keep unruly outlaws in line – or else.  In all situations, he focuses on results, reminding all that “there’s no honor in striking the wind.” The Sketchy Hog is danger in a jar – unpredictable, savage, and lethal in any fight situation.  He craves respect – but is usually too impulsive to hold on to it. HC Hogz is the first game planned for release by Hostile Crypto Inc.   The company’s game plan?  To shake up the Metaverse vision, by purchasing ‘land’ and building a clubhouse where members can connect, and ultimately a full-on Sin City influenced post apocalyptic playground.  There have been great warrior games. There have been great crime-world games. But there’s never been anything like HC Hogz –the evolution of hard-core gaming.  Early membership is lucrative– with the HC Hogz NFT pre-release. About Hostile Crypto Inc. Hostile Crypto Inc. are Alberta-Canada based crypto-powered game-space developers carving out truly exciting gaming experiences for the coming world of Web 3.  Partnered with a team of sophisticated and highly experienced animators and backed by significant investors, the company is leveraging its knowledge of the crypto space to pioneer unique gaming environments. SOURCE Hostile Crypto Inc.

Editor’s Picks: Best Of Fall Baking Steals & Hacks – 22 Words https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/editors-picks-best-of-fall-baking-steals-hacks-22-words/ The fall equinox kicks off a busy holiday baking season for me. I’m always on the lookout for baking deals, new holiday foods, and the latest kitchen gadgets. As my husband knows all too well, it takes a lot of supplies to tackle the holiday recipes I’ve eyeballed for months. I spend months leading up to fall searching for the best fall baking hacks and deals.   Yes, I may have a problem with fall baking finds. It’s not really my fault—I just can’t help but love all the food possibilities that holidays bring. For me, homemade food on the holidays means joy. I just want to spread some seasonal cheer! The good news is, I’m not keeping the cheer to myself. I’m letting you in on some of my favorite fall baking mixes and tools. These are the Halloween and Thanksgiving must-haves I always keep in my kitchen. Whip Up Perfect Fall Cakelets Did you know that the more beautiful food looks, the more likely you are to enjoy it? I bought this adorable baking pan that turns out acorns, pumpkins, and leaves because I wanted to bring new life to one of my favorite fall baking recipes. Pro tip: always coat baking molds with non-stick spray before using. Pretty Up Cupcakes with Glittering Pumpkin Toppers I wasn’t joking about how much appearance matters when I’m doing holiday baking. I’m a little bit picky, and I want all of the holiday food that leaves my kitchen to look amazing. When I’m short on time, I turn to easy décor like these pumpkin cupcake toppers. They’re pretty and easy to use. Taste the Colors of Fall Leaves Everyone loves the glorious red-and-orange palette of fall leaves, but it’s one of the hardest color schemes to pull off on a cake. Trust me, I’ve tried many times and failed. My “fall colors theme” always ends up looking more like a big fat mud puddle. This year I’ll be opting for edible fall leaf cake decorations instead. They are b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l. Make a Chicken Separate Your Eggs Some of my favorite fall recipes call for egg yolks or whites that have been separated. I always painstakingly separated the yolk from the white using two dishes. That was a waste of time. I recently found this amazing chicken that separates eggs with no mess. It’s a must-have for anyone who loves baking. Beat It with a Ball Whisk Years ago, I tried making whipped cream by hand with a whisk. It was so hard that I wondered how fancy French pastry chefs in the 18th century made it at all. I found this ball whisk when I was looking for baking deals, and now I know. It has changed my life. It works perfectly and takes up so much less space than a traditional whisk. Mold Some Festive Pocket Pies One of my favorite holiday baking hacks is to make pocket pies, aka hand pies, instead of full-size pies. They’re easier to serve at a party or bring along on a trip to the apple orchard. I love these fall pocket pie molds because they make even the most basic pumpkin hand pies look festive and fun. Pop It Out with a Pumpkin Mold I love watching fall baking shows and stealing cool techniques from the pros. That’s how I learned that I could shape festive mousses, cheesecakes, and more with silicone molds. This mold makes perfectly shaped pumpkin confections. Hot chocolate bombs are one of my favorite fall foods to make in these molds. Create a Cookie Cutter Holiday For me, it just isn’t a holiday if I haven’t decorated a ton of sugar cookies. I recently upgraded to these stainless steel fall cookie cutters for more fun options. Fun tip: Instead of topping your apple pie with a traditional lattice crust, use crust cutouts made with these cookie cutters to create a fun design.   Make Delicious Gingerbread People, Fast I’m a big fan of homemade. After all, almost everything tastes better when you make it from scratch. Gingerbread is one of my big exceptions to this rule. I started using this gingerbread mix because it’s a quick option on a busy day. Now I use it anytime I want to make gingerbread. It’s fast, more affordable than from-scratch, and every bit as good as a homemade batch of ginger people.   Pick Up a Pumpkin Mix If it feels like fall outside, it feels like pumpkin bread time to me. Nothing goes together better than a fall celebration and baked goods flavored with pumpkin. I keep a few boxes of this pumpkin bread and muffin mix on hand. This is a go-to for me whenever I have a pumpkin craving or invite friends over in the fall. Plate Up Some Pumpkin Spice Pancakes Pumpkin spice is a fall force to be reckoned with. Half of the new fall products I see in the food and home aisles boast this signature autumn spice. No matter how many new candies or baking recipes I see with pumpkin spice, classic pumpkin spice pancakes will always be my favorite. I love serving a platter of these pancakes with whipped cream and maple syrup for topping. Pour On Genuine Maple Syrup Maple is a classic holiday flavor that features in everything from baked goods to roast meats. The trick to getting the best maple flavor in your fall baking is to use real maple syrup. Tip: Maple syrup is a perishable food product and will mold over time. It should be stored in your fridge after opening.   Get a Unique Taste with Pecan Butter When I see unique nut butters in grocery ads, I can’t help but try them. This pecan butter is one of my favorite baking ideas so far. A little bit of pecan butter goes a long way and adds a ton of flavor to baking recipes that call for peanut or almond butter. Accent Your Kitchen with Fall Towels My kitchen sees a lot of traffic. I want it to look festive for Halloween and Thanksgiving, but it’s not the easiest room to decorate. Instead of trying to shove more décor onto my countertops, I opt for fall kitchen towels that bring a festive burst of autumn color to my space. Break Out the Holiday Bundt Pan Have you ever noticed how many holiday recipes are for bundt cakes? They’re generally easy to make, tasty, and perfect for serving a crowd. Honestly, though, bundts can be pretty boring too. This holiday, mix up your dessert table with a cake made in this harvest leaves bundt pan instead. Get Decked Out in a Holiday Apron More than a few of my nice cold-weather shirts have gotten stained in the kitchen. This holiday season, I’m protecting my shirts with a pretty fall apron. I’ve purchased this apron in a few different prints so I always have one on hand. Drench Your World in Caramel Look, this block of caramel is no joke. Weighing in at 5 pounds, it’s a holiday heavyweight and a real baking deal. Try one of my fall favorites by dipping marshmallows in caramel and rolling them in sprinkles. Pro tip: Use a mini slow cooker or fondue pot to melt caramel for dipping. Give Joy with a Candy Apple Packaging Set My dentist might not approve, but I still love indulging in caramel and candy apples. The only thing better than eating this delicious holiday food is giving one to a friend. This candy apple gift set makes it easier to give my candy apple creations to others without making a sticky mess. Cut Clean-Up Time with Food-Safe Silicone Mats If you like cleaning up after a long day of holiday baking, you’re not from this planet. I hate scrubbing cookies off baking pans most of all. It takes too much time and patience, but parchment paper for every batch of cookies gets expensive too. The answer? Food-safe silicone mats. I’m never going back to scrubbing. Protect Yourself with Mini Oven Mitts Until I found these mini oven mitts, I’d never met an oven mitt I liked. Most are way too big for my small hands and end up gathering dust. These miniature mitts protect my hands without getting in the way of my holiday baking. Whip Up a Pie Crust in Double Time   Who else dreams of flaky pie crusts bursting with fall fruits? I know I’m not the only one! I love making my pie dreams come true with the help of this pie crust mix. It’s a great timesaver when I feel like I’m falling behind on my fall baking. Make That Pecan Pie Without a Fuss Pecans are right up there with chestnuts when it comes to classic holiday nuts. My Thanksgiving spread always includes a delectable pecan pie. This pecan pie in a jar is one of my favorite holiday deals because the only other ingredients I need to make a pie are a crust and some eggs.

Crypto Trader DonAlt Posts Bitcoin Price Prediction – ‘I’m Buying Now’ – Cryptonews https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/crypto-trader-donalt-posts-bitcoin-price-prediction-im-buying-now-cryptonews/ DonAlt shared a new Bitcoin price prediction today to Twitter and YouTube, where he has a combined 469,000 followers including subscribers to the TechnicalRoundup YouTube channel. DonAlt (@CryptoDonAlt) stated he’s ‘buying now’ at around the $19,000 level, and is ‘always comfortable buying below $20,000’ – timestamp 14:10 in the below video.  He isn’t ruling out Bitcoin trading lower in the short term, in which case he’ll ‘buy more’ and add to his spot position – cautioning against using leverage with CPI data coming on Thursday. DonAlt streams live on the TechnicalRoundup channel each week alongside another popular trader @CryptoCred, who has 501,000 followers on Twitter. DonAlt Bitcoin Price Prediction – Crypto Twitter DonAlt’s rationale – shared by various other notable crypto Twitter accounts such as TraderSZ and CryptoISO – is that the markets have been so battered and beaten down, that a move to the upside is more likely at the current time. Even if only as a bear market rally to squeeze offside shorts, within the long term macro downtrend. His advice is to buy the dip on Bitcoin now when the market is ‘depressing’, as a better play than FOMO’ing into green candles and $100,000+ price targets shared by the most vocal Bitcoin bulls like Michael Saylor. DonAlt also tweeted that his ‘gut feeling for the trad markets’ (e.g. the S&P 500) is down, but that crypto would begin to decouple finally and move up. In the past few days Bitcoin has shown signs of resilience versus the SPX – while so far in 2022 that’s simply been a sign of cryptocurrency lagging behind, DonAlt is optimistic that the correlation between Bitcoin and stocks will come to an end. DonAlt’s new Bitcoin price prediction is notable with his wide following and since he accurately warned traders of the incoming bear market back around the November 2021 top. When Bitcoin printed an SFP (swing failure pattern) at the former $65,000 high, DonAlt tweeted along the lines of ‘see you guys in a year‘.  Then as the Bitcoin price began its now almost twelve month correction, DonAlt cautioned against opening a position, mostly remaining in cash – until now. Weekly timeframe Bitcoin price chart, source – TechnicalRoundup Later in his Bitcoin analysis video DonAlt marked out the price levels above. He mentioned that while he doesn’t think Bitcoin will reach $33k in the short term, by the first quarter of 2023, he doesn’t predict it will hit the $12 – $14k area either – a common price target of Bitcoin bears, and monthly support. His current Bitcoin price target is the $29,000 area where he will sell Bitcoin to derisk. Crypto Price Movements The Bitcoin price is currently testing the $19,200 level and up almost 1% in the past 24 hours, quickly recovering from two minor dips earlier today when PPI data and FOMC minutes were released. Given Bitcoin’s strength today, CryptoISO – who has 115,000 followers – expects it to rally tomorrow if the CPI has a ‘hint of anything positive’. Several altcoins we have been watching closely are back in the headlines – Tamadoge (TAMA) is up 29% in the past day on OKX exchange. Terra Classic is trending on new news that Binance has burned almost 3 billion LUNC from the circulating supply. The IMPT token presale is also nearing the $4 million raised mark. Related Best Crypto Telegram Groups Bitcoin Price Up Since Bitboy Crypto’s Bearish Prediction

Asia-Pacific Markets Trade Mixed Ahead Of U.S. Inflation Data – CNBC https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/asia-pacific-markets-trade-mixed-ahead-of-u-s-inflation-data-cnbc/ A man looks at an electronic quotation board displaying stock prices on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in Tokyo on August 2, 2022. Kazuhiro Nogi | AFP | Getty Images Shares in the Asia-Pacific were mixed on Thursday as investors await inflation data from the U.S. due later stateside. In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 was 0.3% higher. The Nikkei 225 in Japan was fractionally lower and the Topix was down 0.28%. Japan’s yen strengthened in Asia’s morning after touching 146.98 per dollar. South Korea’s Kospi shed 0.36% and the Kosdaq lost 0.92%. MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was just above the flatline. Thailand’s market is closed for a holiday Thursday. Stocks close lower after choppy session All three major averages closed lower Wednesday after whipsawing between gains and losses throughout the day. The S&P 500 shed 0.33%, falling to 3,577.03, its lowest close since November 2020 and its sixth consecutive daily loss. The Dow Jones Industrial Average shed 28.34 points, or 0.10%, to close at 29,210.85. The Nasdaq Composite fell 0.09% to close at 10,417.10. —Carmen Reinicke Fed minutes show central bank sees more rate increases, higher rates for longer The Federal Reserve’s September meeting minutes, released Wednesday, show that the central bank expects to continue increasing interest rates and hold them higher until inflation shows signs of abating. The minutes reflect policymaker’s discussions ahead of the last 0.75 percentage point increase, the third consecutive hike of that size delivered this year. The central bank has been surprised with the persistent pace of inflation, but remain optimistic that rate hikes will help bring price increases back in check. —Carmen Reinicke, Jeff Cox

FUSCLEAN Technology Enables Preventive Cleaning Of Catheters And Valves In Patients With Hydrocephaly – News-Medical.Net https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/fusclean-technology-enables-preventive-cleaning-of-catheters-and-valves-in-patients-with-hydrocephaly-news-medical-net/ Researchers at the University of Seville and University Hospital Virgen del Rocío have published the results of the first successful test of a new technology created to prevent obstructions in catheters and valves (shunts) implanted in the brain of patients with hydrocephalus. The early diagnosis and treatment of this complication constitute a considerable medical challenge, given that there are currently no technologies or preventive protocols for preventing it. With time, the complication affects a considerable majority of patients with hydrocephalus with implanted shunts. It is estimated that there are approximately 6000-10,000 individuals (adults and children) with hydrocephalus in Andalusia alone. The experiments, conducted within a European project known as FUSCLEAN, demonstrated the technology and showed that concentrating ultrasound waves emitted from outside the body can, in a controlled manner, detach materials from the inside of shunts implanted in the brains of patients with hydrocephalus. The FUSCLEAN technology enables preventive cleaning of the catheters and valves without affecting the brain or other areas of the body. The study has recently been published in the journal Operative Neurosurgery. The concept and technology were designed and developed by Emilio Gómez, professor of Applied Physics of the Superior Technical School of Engineering of the University of Seville, in collaboration with Javier Márquez, neurosurgeon of the Department of Neurosurgery of University Hospital Virgen del Rocío and the Biomedical Institute of Seville (IBIS) and associate professor at University of Seville. This research includes numerical 3D simulations, experiments with actual catheters and valves in mannequins and laboratory models. A technology for a relevant disease Hydrocephalus is a highly relevant neurological disease. If untreated, the disease is fatal. In most cases (80%), the treatment consists of implanting a system of cerebrospinal fluid shunts (using a catheter and a valve) towards a distal cavity (typically, the peritoneum). However, complications are common and difficult to anticipate. The most common are obstructions of the flow through the implanted catheters and valves and require immediate neurosurgical treatment due to the risk of severe neurological damage and even death. These complications have a deep social impact on the patients’ quality of life, their families, and caregivers and have a high financial cost. FUSCLEAN technology will allow for the development of personalized preventive treatment, according to the individuals’ conditions and their shunt, which could be scheduled within the patients’ periodic check-ups. The only Andalusian project selected The project’s concept and design began within the framework of a European program of high impact and repercussion (ATTRACT Program), led by CERN, whose objective was to develop innovative technology for science and society. More than 1200 proposals from 40 countries were presented to this program; FUSCLEAN was the only Andalusian project selected for funding. The implementation of the research also has the support of the Government of Andalusia, through the Andalusian International Excellence Campus-Tech of the Universities of Malaga and Seville in the areas of health and social wellbeing and the collaboration of the Foundation for Innovation and Prospective Health in Spain (FIPSE) and Technological Corporation of Andalusia (CTA), in charge of the transfer of technology. Source: Journal reference: Gomez-Gonzalez, E., et al. (2022) Contactless Ultrasonic Cavitation for the Prevention of Shunt Obstruction in Hydrocephalus: A Proof-of-Concept Study. Operative Neurosurgery. doi.org/10.1227/ons.0000000000000372.

Obits For Oct 12 | Pontotoc Progress | Djournal.com – Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/obits-for-oct-12-pontotoc-progress-djournal-com-northeast-mississippi-daily-journal/ THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 549 IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN ARKANSAS THIS WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES IN EAST ARKANSAS LEE PHILLIPS IN MISSISSIPPI THIS WATCH INCLUDES 22 COUNTIES IN NORTH MISSISSIPPI ALCORN BENTON CALHOUN CHICKASAW COAHOMA DESOTO ITAWAMBA LAFAYETTE LEE MARSHALL MONROE PANOLA PONTOTOC PRENTISS QUITMAN TALLAHATCHIE TATE TIPPAH TISHOMINGO TUNICA UNION YALOBUSHA IN TENNESSEE THIS WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES IN WEST TENNESSEE HARDIN MCNAIRY THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ABERDEEN, AMORY, ASHLAND, BATESVILLE, BOONEVILLE, BRUCE, CALHOUN CITY, CHARLESTON, CLARKSDALE, COFFEEVILLE, CORINTH, FULTON, HELENA, HOLLY SPRINGS, HOUSTON, IUKA, MARIANNA, MARKS, NEW ALBANY, OKOLONA, OLIVE BRANCH, OXFORD, PONTOTOC, RIPLEY MS, SAVANNAH, SELMER, SENATOBIA, SOUTHAVEN, TUNICA, TUPELO, WATER VALLEY, AND WEST HELENA. The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Southeastern Union County in northeastern Mississippi... Northeastern Pontotoc County in northeastern Mississippi... Northern Lee County in northeastern Mississippi... * Until 600 PM CDT. * At 511 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near New Albany, moving east at 40 mph. HAZARD...Quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Damage to vehicles is expected. * Locations impacted include... Tupelo, New Albany, Baldwyn, Saltillo, Guntown, Ecru, New Harmony, Pratts Friendship, Blair, Sherman, Blue Springs, Endville, Jericho, Cherry Creek, Branyan, Mooreville, Ellistown, Eggville, Jug Fork and Baker. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. && HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED; MAX HAIL SIZE...1.00 IN; WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED; MAX WIND GUST...

The Newest Royalton CHIC Resort Will Open In Antigua – GlobeNewswire https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/the-newest-royalton-chic-resort-will-open-in-antigua-globenewswire/ October 12, 2022 17:44 ET | Source: Royalton Luxury Resorts TORONTO, Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Following the vibrant success of the Royalton CHIC Resorts concept in Cancun and Punta Cana, Blue Diamond Resorts is proud to announce the opening of Royalton CHIC Antigua in late 2023 on the idyllic Dickenson Bay Beach, Antigua. This new 227 room five-star beachfront resort will bring a unique adults-only social vacation experience to this Caribbean region where singles, couples, friends and groups can party their way. Conveniently located only eighteen minutes from V. C. Bird International Airport, this completely renovated resort will be full of vivacious offerings making it the ultimate destination for adult getaways. “Whether for relaxation or a lively luxury beach getaway, the Party Your Way concept that Royalton CHIC Antigua will bring to this region is unique within the All-Inclusive segment,” says Jordi Pelfort, President of Hotels and Resorts at Sunwing Travel Group. “We have been committed in delivering groundbreaking experiences to our guests and Royalton CHIC Antigua will be no exception. We are thrilled about what this new property will mean for Antigua, as well as the Caribbean region.” Discerning travelers can expect day-to-night activities available such as themed pool parties and DJ sets, as well as a range of gourmet dining experiences including five fascinating bars with mixology and six reservation-free dining restaurants. Should guests choose to experience peak relaxation instead, Royalton CHIC Antigua will present multiple opportunities to satisfy that craving, including lounging beneath the sun, sipping handcrafted cocktails beside the serene beachfront pool, or getting pampered at Royalton CHIC’s world-class spa. A distinct feature of this property will be an overwater themed restaurant, exclusive to Royalton CHIC Antigua. This restaurant will be constructed over the sea, providing guests with a diningtainment concept, a mix between entertainment and dining. About Blue Diamond Resorts Blue Diamond Resorts encompasses over 45 properties, exceeding 18,000 rooms in eight countries located in the most popular holiday destinations in the Caribbean. Its nine leading hotel brands include the Award-winning, All-In Luxury® Royalton Luxury Resorts, where Everyone is Family. Whether guests come as friends, parents, kids, couples, weddings, corporate or incentive retreats, or solo travelers everyone is family in these properties that personalized services and signature amenities including All-In Connectivity, DreamBed, and the Sports Event Guarantee. To refocus on valued relationships and friendships, Hideaway at Royalton offers an adults-only experience with exclusive dining and preferred accommodations to enhance Togetherness among their guests. Party Your Way at Royalton CHIC Resorts, an adults-only vibrant and effervescent all-inclusive brand to revel in the unexpected. Mystique by Royalton is Miles from Ordinary, offering their visitors to connect with their surroundings in a boutique-style resort collection full of endless beauty and hip vibes. In Jamaica, Grand Lido Negril offers guests over the age of 21, a unique and all-inclusive Au Naturel vacation along with a secluded shore for the utmost privacy. Memories Resorts & Spa offers a vacation designed whether you’re planning a family vacation, reuniting with friends, or just have a relaxing time with your significant other, while Starfish Resorts provides amazing value breathtaking surroundings, and rich culture and heritage. Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts invites guests to Vacation Like A Star with an engaging and interactive experience, plus famous pop culture items from iconic movies, music, and sports while Planet Hollywood Adult Scene will turn your adults-only vacation into the center of fascination and attention with glam and exclusivity. To learn more about Blue Diamond Resorts, please visit www.bluediamondresorts.com/ About Royalton CHIC Resorts Royalton CHIC Resorts offers adults-only vibrant and effervescent all-inclusive experiences to Party Your Way and revel in the unexpected. Located in popular Caribbean destinations such as Punta Cana, Dominican Republic and Cancun, Mexico, this new adults-only generation of all-inclusive concept delivers unprecedented experiences in which luxury and fun meet in each idyllic location. Choose between relaxing and treating yourself or partying and having fun, party your way. Ideal for couples, groups, singles or friends, including modern rooms and suites featuring All-In Luxury, the premium DreamBed, a variety of culinary offerings, All-In Connectivity and exclusivity through the Diamond Club category. Guests can choose between relaxing and treating themselves in the spa or enjoy the resort’s unique events and theme parties at signature locations. For more information about Royalton CHIC Resorts, visit www.royaltonresorts.com

Yellen Says US Economy ‘resilient’ Amid Global Headwinds – 69News WFMZ-TV https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/yellen-says-us-economy-resilient-amid-global-headwinds-69news-wfmz-tv/ WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen sought Wednesday to project confidence in the U.S. financial outlook while pledging vigilance in responding to “risks on the horizon.” She is offering that message as global finance leaders gather in Washington to discuss the increasingly dismal view of the global economy. “Our economy remains resilient in the face of global economic headwinds,” Yellen said at a meeting on the sidelines of this week’s annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and its sister lending agency, the World Bank. Her remarks to the Bretton Woods Committee’s International Council crediting President Joe Biden’s domestic policies for contributing to U.S. economic strength came as administration officials try to talk up the president’s policies ahead of midterm elections. Those elections will decide the balance of power in Congress and statehouses across the nation. Democrats — with no margin for error — are fighting to retain control of the House and Senate. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has driven up food and energy prices globally — in some places exponentially, exposing vulnerabilities in the global food and energy supply. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, rising inflation and worsening climate conditions are also impacting world economies and exacerbating other crises, like high debt levels held by lower-income countries. These risks prompted the IMF to lower projections for global economic growth in 2023, with world economic growth expected to be lower by $4 trillion through 2026. The bleak projections come as central banks around the world raise interest rates in hopes of taming rising inflation. The U.S. Federal Reserve has been the most aggressive in using interest rate hikes as an inflation-cooling tool. Vitor Gaspar, director of the IMF’s Fiscal Affairs Department said Wednesday that world leaders need to “be prepared for a shock-prone world.” Yellen, a former U.S. Federal Reserve chair, said the Biden administration is “committed to working with our partners to build greater resilience, in America and globally, to the types of shocks we’ve seen.” “We are highly attuned to the risks on the horizon,” Yellen said. “Many other major economies are facing high inflation as well. They must also continue implementing policies to rein that in.” “Our path forward begins with the jobs we have to do at home,” she said. Associated Press reporter Paul Wiseman contributed to this report. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.

How To Cope With The Stress Of IVF | SBM – Society Of Behavioral Medicine https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/how-to-cope-with-the-stress-of-ivf-sbm-society-of-behavioral-medicine/ Joanna Buscemi, PhD, Depaul University If you are about to embark on an in vitro fertilization (IVF) journey, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed. The process is fraught with stressors, including concerns about cost, the IVF process itself, and whether the procedure will be successful – all while continuing to manage day-to-day obligations. Your decision to pursue IVF may also follow significant medical and pregnancy loss trauma and/or years of infertility. Coping with that trauma while beginning an intensive medical treatment with an uncertain outcome is a lot to manage. While stress is an inevitable part of IVF, there are strategies available to help support you along the way. Here is a non-comprehensive list of tips to help you better cope with the stress of IVF: Take it one step at a time. The IVF process is overwhelming. It starts with lots of baseline appointments, discussions about insurance coverage, and treatment decisions to be made before beginning a cycle. This is followed by numerous medications that you may not understand how to use showing up at your door, each requiring different preparation.Unless you are a medical professional yourself, mixing medications or loading up syringes will likely be a new task, and this can be difficult to learn while you are managing the myriad of emotions associated with fertility treatment. It is important to try to complete the checklist one item at a time rather than allowing yourself to become overwhelmed by the number of steps required from start to finish. Prioritize self-care. Most of the time, normal life continues during your IVF cycle, and it can be difficult to manage what is required for IVF along with other stressors. While research that stress doesn’t have a notable effect on IVF success, your well-being is reason enough to prioritize self-care.  It is extra important to make space to be kind to yourself when you can before, during, and after the IVF cycle. What activities do you love to do? What brings you joy? What activities make you feel loved and cared for? Prioritize time for these activities as possible. Practice distress tolerance. The uncertainty of IVF at each stage makes it difficult to feel at ease. There are techniques that can help you accept discomfort associated with loss of control and unpredictability. While it can be difficult to sit with the distress, it is an important practice that may translate to better overall distress tolerance skills in the future. You can find specific strategies for distress tolerance here. Find your best 1-2 social supports, preferably other people who understand the stress of IVF. IVF is personal and can feel like a lonely journey. It may be helpful to build a small but reliable and helpful network of people who have gone through the IVF process themselves. While their treatment protocols and experiences may differ from yours, having a couple of people who are willing to listen to how you are feeling or share their perspective can be really helpful. Find a therapist who provides evidence-based care for people with fertility struggles. Therapists who specialize in infertility and/or pregnancy loss and fertility treatment are hard to come by but are the absolute best experts to help you on your fertility journey. If you cannot find someone who specializes in infertility and/or pregnancy loss, it is important to find someone who has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and evidence-based interventions for trauma. Consider asking your fertility doctor for referrals. Be cautious of social media IVF groups. It can be tempting to join social media groups to seek support. Sometimes these groups can be helpful. In other cases, they fuel anxieties with pregnancy announcements or stories of failed transfers.They can also be a source of fertility related misinformation. As an example, some IVF groups insist that eating a pineapple core or drinking pomegranate juice will increase your odds of successful embryo transfer. While neither of those behaviors will hurt you, it’s highly unlikely to impact your odds of success, at all.These groups sometimes lead to social comparisons that are not always helpful. Each treatment plan is unique, and outcomes vary drastically. Become aware of how you feel while engaging with these posts, then decide whether they are helpful or harmful.  Remember that stress does not affect IVF or pregnancy outcomes. Navigating the IVF process is stressful enough. Worrying that your stress is going to lead to a failed IVF cycle or harm your pregnancy only exacerbates overall distress. While using coping strategies to manage stress is a good idea, worrying about your stress levels is not. If you are experiencing stress, show yourself some compassion and remind yourself that this is difficult. It’s ok to feel the weight of that difficulty as you move through the process. More Articles 5 Easy Ways to Get More Active You can meet your exercise goals with these easy tips for getting more active and sticking with your routine. Learn more about getting active today. Feeling depressed and struggling with Motivation? Build Momentum! Dealing with depression can be challenging, especially when feeling unmotivated. Learn some tips for building momentum for when depressed moods persist. Physical Activity for Older Adults: It’s Never too Late to Improve Your Health Despite common misconceptions, older adults can benefit from engagement in physical activity. « Back to Healthy Living

Sports ‘n Stuff 10-12-22 – News-Talk 1480 WHBC – Whbc.com https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/sports-n-stuff-10-12-22-news-talk-1480-whbc-whbc-com/ Black cats are now considered good luck. 41% of people with cats think black cats are good luck, compared to just 21% who say bad luck. Obviously 41% of the people poled have never been to mountaineer with me on race night! In Cleveland there was a cheating scandal at a Walleye tournament and now this… Voter fraud has been discovered in an annual tournament to determine the fattest bear in southern Alaska.  Fortunately, officials caught it, and discarded the bad votes, and the correct bear advanced to the next round. See, they didn’t try to take over the capitol! At long last, Brett Favre has finally addressed the Mississippi welfare fraud scandal that he’s been referenced in. In a statement to Fox News Favre says he’s been “unjustly smeared by the media,” “has done nothing wrong,” and adds that it’s “time to set the record straight.” He couldn’t have done it, he was only in town to play the Dolphins…. All of the talk these days in the NFL is the roughing the quarterback penalties. Apparently the NFL will address the issue in the offseason. In other words, don’t touch the quarterback for the remainder of the season. Especially if it’s Tom Brady! Monday night’s questionable roughing the passer call in the Chiefs/Raiders game was a result of commentary from Troy Aikman. Aikman said, ““My hope is the competition committee looks at this at the next set of meetings, and we take the dresses off,” adding “I’m all for player safety, but the protection on the quarterbacks has gotten to a ridiculous level.” It was the “dresses” comment that set people off, calling it “sexist,” “misogynistic,” and “completely uncalled for.” It’s week 6 in the NFL, time for our first version of which coach is on the hot seat Matt Rhule of the Carolina Panthers was fired on Monday Here’s a list of who could be next. * Ron Rivera (Washington Commanders) – He’s 1-4 on the year, and 15-23 during his tenure with the team. He’s got to turn his defense around if he’s going to save his gig. * Frank Reich (Indianapolis Colts) – In his fifth season with the team, he’s 2-2-1 and 39-30-1 overall. He’s been to the playoffs twice during his time in Indy, but expectations have still yet to be met. Getting control of Matt Ryan’s turnovers would be a big help. * Kliff Klingsbury (Arizona Cardinals) – He’s in his fourth season and is 2-3 on the year and 26-27-1 overall. The “offensive genius” has shown “average” results on the field. Hopefully, the return of DeAndre Hopkins in Week 7 will help his cause. * Lovie Smith (Houston Texans) – This is his first year with Houston, and he’s 1-3-1. He’s got a five-year deal, but ownership and fans are going to demand success sooner rather than later. He’s got his team playing hard, but heart doesn’t always equal wins. * Kevin Stefanski (Cleveland Browns) – He’s 2-3 in his third season, and 21-17 overall. The QB roller coaster with team hasn’t been his fault, so ownership might wait a year to see how the whole Deshaun Watson deal plays out. * Dan Campbell (Detroit Lions) – In his second season, he’s 1-4 and 4-17-1 overall. He was a hit on “Hard Knocks” and has an addictive and passionate personality. That said, Detroit has a reputation for futility that needs to be reversed, and another three-win season won’t cut it. Lee Corso is not dead! Corso has missed the last two weeks of the show due to an unexplained illness. The illness comes as no surprise to some viewers who were worried about Corso’s speech and appearance in the episodes he had previously appeared on. With GameDay set to head to Knoxville for a showdown between No. 3 Alabama and No. 6 Tennessee on Saturday, fans got quite the scare on Monday night. Unfortunately, a nasty rumor surfaced on Twitter that Corso had passed away. And the news didn’t take long to spread like wildfire. The Cavaliers, winless in 2 preseason games so far host the Atlanta Hawks tonight at “The Rock.” In the MLB Playoffs The Phillies and Braves went off about an hour ago with Philly holding a 1-0 lead in their best of 5 NLDS The Dodgers hold a 1-0 lead over San Diego with game 2 tonight in LA. Game 2 tonight at 8:37 on FS1 Today is Wednesday October 12, 2022 Today in sports and pop culture history 53 years ago, 1969 – A DJ on Detroit’s WKNR radio station received a phone call telling him that if you play The Beatles ‘Strawberry Fields Forever’ backwards, you hear John Lennon say the words “I buried Paul.” This started a worldwide rumour that Paul McCartney was dead. 36 years ago, 1986 – Walter Payton (Chicago Bears) became the first National Football League (NFL) player to accumulate 20,000 yards. Sweetness retired in 1987 with 21,803 all purpose yards. 25 years ago, 1997 – John Denver was killed when the handmade, experimental airplane he was flying ran out of gas and crashed off the coast of Monterey Bay, California. The 53 year old star had scored 15 songs on Billboard’s Top 40 Pop chart, ten of which reached number one on either Billboard’s Adult Contemporary or Country chart. Celebrity Birthday today Actor Hugh Jackman is 54

Embily™ Announces Metaverse-Integrated Financial Ecosystem – GlobeNewswire https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/embily-announces-metaverse-integrated-financial-ecosystem-globenewswire/ Tallinn, Estonia, Oct. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Embily is confirmed to present its new native metaverse-integrated financial ecosystem this November at this year’s Financial Summit, in Bali. The company will be represented by founder Alex Bychkov, who will expand on the project’s transformation into a global financial crypto ecosystem. In addition to this, Bychkov will unveil new on-platform functionalities. Embily is currently developing a single entry point ecosystem for crypto users of any level looking for a simple, safe, and convenient way to integrate capital into the digital economy. In a metaverse setting, the project will advance towards a straightforward and gamified approach to user onboarding, which will facilitate connections with decentralised applications and services. Embily’s default infrastructure is set to include a host of services necessary for attracting and circulating liquidity. The following metaverse-based serviced and functionalities will be available to users: Buying and Selling Сryptocurrencies via bank cards and IBAN. Crypto Bank Card products will expand from Europe to the US and Singapore. A working partnership with VISA will also expand the company’s reach to new audiences while ensuring a seamless integration of banking services. Bitcoin Custodial Storage services featuring fast and interest-free replenishment to Embily cards will be included at the initial deployment stage in order to enhance security and adhere to the principles of international financial regulations on KYC and AML practices. Investments In the Real Sector will be supported through connections to the economy via infrastructure partnerships and direct gateways. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Service for businesses seeking to bulk purchases of cryptocurrencies- accelerating their adoption by both retail investors and product and service companies. “Our decision to develop Embily’s infrastructure is stimulated by the fact that we are always striving to make a convenient and multifunctional product aimed at catering to the needs of our users,” states Bychkov. “The metaverse is a promising area in the digital space that has to be leveraged for the purpose of making digital currencies mainstream among a larger number of businesses. Such inclusion will benefit the global economy in this most difficult time, which is also a time of great opportunity that cannot be missed. We believe in the prospects of digital finance, just as our users appreciate the convenience it provides.” The company’s Project Development Team is confident that the presentation of the new product will attract considerable international attention from both financial professionals and new users who share a vision for an open financial ecosystem that expands access to digital financial instruments while preserving integration into traditional fiat gateways. The Financial Summit will be held at a luxurious resort in Bali from the 1st to the 6th of November. It is an exclusive 5-day networking event with only 50-75 active participants invited – Investment Professionals, Financial Engineers, Traders, Family Office & Hedge Fund Money Managers, and Financial Entrepreneurs. Media Contact: Company Name: Embily City: Tallinn Country: Estonia Email: elena@embily.com Website: https://embily.com There is no offer to sell, no solicitation of an offer to buy, and no recommendation of any security or any other product or service in this article. Moreover, nothing contained in this PR should be construed as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any investment or security, or to engage in any investment strategy or transaction. It is your responsibility to determine whether any investment, investment strategy, security, or related transaction is appropriate for you based on your investment objectives, financial circumstances, and risk tolerance. Consult your business advisor, attorney, or tax advisor regarding your specific business, legal, or tax situation. Newsroom: abrelease.submitmypressrelease.com Embily Embily The smoothest way to manage crypto.

10 Marvel Comics Wakanda Forever Should Pull From – CBR – Comic Book Resources https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/10-marvel-comics-wakanda-forever-should-pull-from-cbr-comic-book-resources/ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is the most anticipated upcoming superhero film of the year. Since the sudden passing of actor Chadwick Boseman, who nailed the role as King T’Challa, fans have been curious if the second Black Panther film would be just as entertaining as the first one. With T’Challa being the most prominent character to carry the Black Panther mantle, many Marvel Comicsand MCU fans may wonder how the story can go on without him. Thankfully, Marvel houses some amazing ongoing series and miniseries that the Wakanda Forever filmmakers can pull from to keep the Black Panther legacy alive while giving T’Challa a proper sendoff and introducing Namor and Atlantis to the MCU. 10/10 Shuri’s First Run As Black Panther Black Panther Vol. 4 By Reginald Hudlin, Ken Lashley & J. Scott Campbell Shuri was nominated by the queen, Storm, to take on the Black Panther mantle while T’Challa was in a coma recovering from Doctor Doom’s attack. The panther goddess Bast tells Shuri that she was not worthy of the powers. Regardless of Bast’s rejection, Shuri dons the Black Panther mantle anyway to protect Wakanda from Morlun. While fans are not sure how T’Challa’s death will be handled in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, there are great expectations for Shuri to take on the Black Panther mantle. Doom may not make an appearance in the MCU just yet, but his attack on T’Challa can inspire the character’s death in the film. 9/10 Fantastic Four Shows Namor’s Hatred Of The Surface World Fantastic Four #147-149 By Gerry Conway, Rich Buckler, Joe Sinnott & Linda Lessmann The Fantastic Four has yet to make their MCU debut as a team but their connection to Namor could provide a great backstory for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. After finding a nuclear device polluting the oceans, Namor decided that the surface world was the enemy because pollution was slowly destroying his home world. In retaliation, Namor used the sea monster Giganto to attack surface dwellers, but the Fantastic Four was able to defeat him. If pollution is used to express Namor’s hatred for the surface world in Wakanda Forever, it would be a conflict that realistically motivates Namor’s rage. Also, it would be cool to see Namor attack Wakanda while on the back of a beastly sea monster. 8/10 Namor’s Attack On Wakanda Avengers Vs. X-Men By Brian Michael Bendis, Jonathan Hickman, Matt Fraction, Jason Aaron, Ed Brubaker & more. Avengers vs. X-Men was one of the most exciting crossover events for Marvel Comics. In the series, Namor was one of the five members of the X-men who were possessed by the Phoenix Force. Under the influence of the Phoenix, Namor made his way to Wakanda and created a massive tidal wave, destroying almost all the nation. Comic fans have been looking forward to Namor appearing in the MCU for a while now, and many are curious to see how he makes a splash in Wakanda Forever. With the Phoenix Force played out in the X-Men films, Namor’s attack on Wakanda will most likely take a different turn in the movie. 7/10 Shuri’s Retaliation Against Namor New Avengers Vol. 3 #7 By Jonathan Hickman, Mike Deodato, Frank Martin Jr. & Rain Beredo Following his relief from the Phoenix Force, Namor looks to T’Challa to make peace for their respective nations to move on. As fellow members of the Illuminati, T’Challa agreed to make peace with Namor but Queen Shuri refused to forgive him. In response to Namor’s attack, Shuri initiated a virtual attack on Atlantis, leading to the death of a large population of Atlanteans. With the death of T’Challa and the possibility of a destroyed Atlantis, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will most-likely display some friction between Namor and Shuri, and this particular comic can be a great way to keep the hostility alive onscreen. 6/10 Riri Williams’s First Appearance As Ironheart Invincible Iron Man Vol. 3 #7 By Brian Michael Bendis, Mike Deadato Jr. & Frank Martin Jr. Riri Williams will make her film debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. With that in mind, it is going to be important for the film to point out how she became Ironheart. Riri created her own prototype of the Iron Man armor using stolen tech from M.I.T. Tony Stark’s death in Avengers: Endgamecan result in Riri Williams’s inspiration to create the armor. Whether Riri was blipped or survived Thanos’s tumultuous snap, she was inspired by Iron Man in someway and Wakanda Forever will have to pull from the comics to properly introduce Ironheart. 5/10 Riri Meeting Shuri and The Dora Milaje In Wakanda Ironheart #9 By Eve Ewing, Geoffo, Matt Milla & Luciano Vecchio Though fans were excited to learn that Riri Williams was going to make her MCU debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, there were some questions on how she even ended up in Africa. In the comics, Riri appeared in Wakanda and met Shuri. With the assistance of Okoye, they defeated shadow creatures. MCU fans are still unsure on how Riri ends up in Wakanda, but there is a theory out there that suggests that she’s there to study Wakandan tech. Whether Riri’s travel to Wakanda is inspired by the comics or there is a new reason in the film, fans are excited to see the two young geniuses fighting side-by-side. 4/10 Introducing The Midnight Angels As The Dora Milaje’s Strongest Warriors Doomwar By Jonathan Maberry, John Romita Jr., Scot George Eaton, Will Conrad, Dean White & Dennis Mallonee Within the latest trailer for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, fans pointed out that the Dora Milaje’s Aneka appears to wear the Midnight Angels. During Marvel Comics’ Doomwar event, T’Challa prepared a subgroup of the strongest Dora Milaje members to fight against Doctor Doom and his robotic army using specialized weapons aside from the usual Wakandan tech. When fans saw actress Michaela Coel dressed in the Midnight Angels costume in her portrayal as the Dora Milaje’s Aneka, there were many posts about the appreciation of some of Dora Milaje’s greatest warriors from the comics. There may not be a war with Doom in the film, but the Dora Milaje are more than prepared to face-off with Atlanteans. 3/10 World Of Wakanda Could Explain Aneka’s Disappearance From The First Film Black Panther: World Of Wakanda By Roxane Gay, Alitha Martinez & Rachelle Rosenberg Aside from being assembled to fight Doom, there was another form of Midnight Angels in the comics. Initially, Aneka was the general of the Dora Milaje but was stripped of her position after killing an abusive chieftain from her village. With the help of her fellow Dora Milaje and lover Ayo, Aneka stole the Midnight Angels tech and formed a new version of the group to revolt against Wakanda. In the first Black Panther film, Aneka was not introduced as a member of the Dora Milaje but Ayo was. It would make sense if the film explains how Aneka left Wakanda for a similar reason as she did in the comics and return to her homeland to help fight against the Atlanteans. 2/10 Fear Itself Could Inspire A Revelation To Namor Fear Itself By Matt Fraction, Stuart Immonen, Wade Von Grawbadger & Laura Martin When word got out that Attuma would also be making his debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, fans were shocked to see the character working well alongside Namor. During the crossover event Fear Itself, Attuma was transformed into Nerkkod: Breaker of the Oceans by one of the seven hammers of the worthy and destroyed Namor’s kingdom. It wouldn’t be much of a surprise if it turns out that Namor’s concern for Atlantis turns out to be an inside job led by Attuma in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Attuma’s character arc may be changed for the movies, but that doesn’t stop fans from expecting to see him face the Sub-Mariner in an attempt to usurp the Atlantean crown. 1/10 Shuri Comics Display Her Self-Identity Shuri By Nnedi Okorafor, Leonardo Romero & Jordie Bellaire Within the entire Shuri series, Shuri achieved self-discovery after being overwhelmed with suddenly becoming Black Panther after T’Challa’s disappearance. Eventually, Shuri realized that she was able to take up the Black Panther mantle while being true to herself and used the advanced gadgets she created to upgrade the suit. Though Shuri may have taken on the Black Panther mantle for a short time before, her role in her self-titled comics is more compelling and dynamic. It would be awesome to see Shuri flying around with wings on her suit in the film, just as she does in her comic series. NEXT: 10 DC Comics Black Adam Should Pull From

This NFT Competition Platform Is Giving Away $1M Bitcoin, A House And More – Find Out How To Enter – Cryptonews https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/this-nft-competition-platform-is-giving-away-1m-bitcoin-a-house-and-more-find-out-how-to-enter-cryptonews/ Lucky Block Bitcoin NFTs (Launchpad.xyz) Disclaimer: The Industry Talk section features insights by crypto industry players and is not a part of the editorial content of Cryptonews.com. The world’s number one NFT competition platform, Lucky Block, is hosting a multitude of life-changing giveaways, including $1 million in Bitcoin, a $1 million house, and even a Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT. Learn how to enter now. What is Lucky Block The Lucky Block platform allows users to enter exclusive giveaways with huge prizes. While the majority of NFT competition platforms lack transparency, Lucky Block has utilized blockchain technology to create a provably fair platform that has been turning heads within the crypto space.  Lucky Block Website (LuckyBlock.com) Lucky Block hosts a wide variety of different competitions with each varying in potential jackpot and entry cost. This ensures that there is always a prize draw appealing to a user, regardless of their budget or preferences.  In addition to its standard competitions, Lucky Block also hosts exclusive Platinum competitions for holders of the Platinum Rollers Club (PRC) NFT collection with prizes including a real-life Lamborghini. The Platinum Rollers NFT provides its holder with free entry to every future Platinum competition, generating huge amounts of value.  How to Enter a Lucky Block Competiton Each Lucky Block prize draw can be entered by purchasing an NFT from Launchpad.xyz. Each collection will vary in cost and quantity, with the NFTs featuring a unique design and number.  There is no needlessly complex entry process, the only requirement to participate in a Lucky Block competition is to purchase the relevant NFT.  Once all the NFTs from a specific competition’s collection have been purchased, the drawing will take place with the winnings being distributed soon afterward.  While each Lucky Block NFT provides the holder with entry to a prize draw, that’s not all. Holders of any Lucky Block NFT will also receive a portion of the reward pool every single day. This system ensures that everyone participating in a Lucky Block competition is a winner. On top of its competitions, Lucky Block also hosts giveaways that are completely free to enter. The most recent is a $5,000 giveaway that can be entered by completing a few simple social actions. In order to win this giveaway, the participant must own a Lucky Block NFT.  With more of these free giveaways expected to launch in the near future, there’s no better time to check out the project and join a life-altering Lucky Block competition.  Visit Lucky Block  Related News and Analysis Lucky Block Price Prediction Lucky Block Bored Ape Giveaway 11 Best Utility Tokens

U.S., Mexico Agree Plan To Tackle Jump In Venezuelan Migration – Reuters Canada https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/u-s-mexico-agree-plan-to-tackle-jump-in-venezuelan-migration-reuters-canada/ MEXICO CITY, Oct 12 (Reuters) – U.S. and Mexican officials have agreed a plan for Venezuelan migrants that will enable thousands of people from the South American country to enter the United States by air and also send some Venezuelans to Mexico, Mexico’s government said Wednesday. The latest scheme to manage higher border flows was launched as the United States and Mexico attempt to deal with a sharp increase in undocumented immigration from Venezuela. It will be based on the “Uniting for Ukraine” program, according to a Mexican government statement, under which Ukrainians could enter the United States by securing a sponsor and applying from outside the country. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com From Oct. 12, U.S. authorities will begin managing access of 24,000 Venezuelan migrants by air, the statement added. Mexico would “temporarily” allow some Venezuelan nationals to enter Mexico through the U.S. border, the statement said. Under the plan, only applicants who comply with its rules will be accepted, and they must not appear at the U.S.-Mexico border, it added. Venezuelans who enter Mexico from Oct. 12 will not be able to apply to enter U.S. territory from Mexico. To qualify for the program, a person or organization based in the United States must support the applicant’s request, and they would enter U.S. territory by air, the statement said. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Reporting by Dave Graham and Daina Beth Solomon; editing by Stephen Eisenhammer Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

Firan Technology GAAP EPS Of $0.03, Revenue Of $23.09M (OTCMKTS:FTGFF) – Seeking Alpha https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/firan-technology-gaap-eps-of-0-03-revenue-of-23-09m-otcmktsftgff-seeking-alpha/ To ensure this doesn’t happen in the future, please enable Javascript and cookies in your browser. If you have an ad-blocker enabled you may be blocked from proceeding. Please disable your ad-blocker and refresh.

4 Nabbed Following Investigation Into String Of Home Burglaries In Nassau County – Daily Voice https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/4-nabbed-following-investigation-into-string-of-home-burglaries-in-nassau-county-daily-voice/ 10/12/2022 4:00 p.m. (Clockwise from top left) Brayan Ortiz-Ramos, Gleason Hernandez-Gomez, Daniel Jimenez-Carrillo, and Justin Mora-Soto. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons user LINYperson615/Nassau County Police Four men are facing charges following an investigation into a string of home burglaries on Long Island. Nassau County Police were looking into several robberies in the North New Hyde Park area on Monday, Oct. 10, when they witnessed two of the suspects knock on the door of a South Street home and then walk away before circling the block multiple times after nobody answered, police said. Police also observed two of the suspects enter the backyard of a home on South Drive and break the glass of a rear sliding door and pry it open. When a woman inside the home screamed, the suspects ran away before jumping into a waiting car driven by the fourth suspect, according to police. Members of the department’s Bureau of Special Operations captured and arrested 30-year-old Daniel Jimenez-Carrillo, of Queens, on Denton Avenue. Additional officers were able to find and stop the getaway car and arrested the three remaining suspects, who are all from Queens. They were identified as Gleason Hernandez-Gomez, age 33, Justin Mora-Soto, age 20, and Brayan Ortiz-Ramos, age 20. All four men were charged with second-degree attempted robbery and fourth-degree conspiracy. They were expected to be arraigned Wednesday, Oct. 12, at First District Court in Hempstead.  Click here to follow Daily Voice Nassau and receive free news updates.

This Travel Company Will Plan Your Next Trip Down To The Reservations & Local Tours – Thrillist https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/this-travel-company-will-plan-your-next-trip-down-to-the-reservations-local-tours-thrillist/ Editor’s Note: We know COVID-19 is continuing to impact your travel plans. Should you travel now, be sure to familiarize yourself with the CDC’s latest guidance on domestic and international travel as well as local requirements, protocols, and restrictions for both your destination upon your arrival and your home city upon your return. Be safe out there. Earlier this year, JetBlue added Nassau to its growing list of Insider Experience destinations, and to celebrate the news, the travel company is slashing prices with up to $500 off through December 31. However, it’s hardly the only reason to book.  The program, which first launched in 2020 and is included with all JetBlue flight + hotel packages, cuts out all the hassle of travel. From the jump, you get access to earlier boarding, no change fees, and complimentary in-flight alcoholic beverages. As soon as you land, a JetBlue Vacation Insider will be waiting to escort you to your complimentary airport transfer. They’ll also be available throughout your trip to answer questions, plan restaurant reservations, and even book local tours. You will receive your insider expert’s WhatsApp or phone number seven days before departure.  “JetBlue Travel Products is bringing what makes JetBlue special to the rest of travel,” President of JetBlue Travel Products Andres Barry said at the time of its launch in February 2020. “With our lead product—JetBlue Vacations, we’re merging human touches, customization, and savings with the travel experience. Our new additions, including the Very Important Perks program and the Insider Experience, are designed to make trip planning even easier so you can sit back, relax and enjoy what now comes standard with the JetBlue Vacations experience.”  The Insider Experience even offers onsite emergency support. A local Insider will be dispatched to resolve any issues in person.  The program is available and free of charge with all JetBlue Vacations flight + hotel packages to Aruba, Cancún, Montego Bay, Punta Cana, and now, the Bahamas.  Want more Thrillist? Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, TikTok, and Snapchat. Megan Schaltegger is a Staff Writer on the News team at Thrillist. Thrillist TV History of The History of Tailgating

College Of Business Announces 2022 Early Career Achievement Award Recipients – Illinois State University News https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/college-of-business-announces-2022-early-career-achievement-award-recipients-illinois-state-university-news/ 2022 Early Career Achievement Award (ECAA).

Community Health Assessment Identifies Behavioral Health As Number One Need – WITF https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/community-health-assessment-identifies-behavioral-health-as-number-one-need-witf/ October 12, 2022 | 3:02 PM Wilfredo Lee / AP Phto Healthcare workers walk to a tent, Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020, at a COVID-19 testing site outside Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. State officials say Florida has surpassed 500,000 coronavirus cases. Meanwhile, testing is ramping up following a temporary shutdown of some sites because of Tropical Storm Isaias. Airdate: October 12, 2022 What are the health needs of Central Pennsylvanians and other nearby residents? UPMC recently published its 2022 Community Health Needs Assessments and Implementation Plans. The assessment identified the four most pressing health needs in all the communities served by UPMC. It may not be a surprise – especially after the past two-and-half years of the COVID-19 pandemic – but behavioral health was identified as the number priority or health need. Also on the list of priorities or needs were chronic disease management, access to care and navigating resources and prevention and community wide healthy living. On Wednesday’s Smart Talk, Tina Nixon, vice president, Mission Effectiveness and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, UPMC in Central Pennsylvania addressed behavioral health as a priority,”Behavioral health means access to mental health providers as well as opioid substance abuse. And so, as we all know, we are in the epidemic when it comes to that substance abuse. It’s something that we didn’t talk about during the pandemic, but it’s still there. And having access and resources for treatment is very important. And so that is something that we we continue to be working on. We continue to work on that through our Center for Addiction Recovery Mobile Unit, where when you talk about access, we have to think of all our neighborhoods that encompass our region. We take that mobile unit to our rural areas up north and south because we have some southern place spots that we go. Also, access to mental health providers is very important and not having to wait six, eight months to get in. So looking at how we can embed behavioral health specialists into our primary care offices, that was something that we were working on before the pandemic. So, we can provide a one stop shop for individuals that are coming in. You get your primary care visit in it. If there’s a need to to speak with a behavioral health specialist, they’re right there for you. So I’m doing some of those things, too, to help address the important need of behavioral health in our community. We also know that during the pandemic, the numbers have increased for individuals that need that and specially our young folks.” Nixon described how the assessment is being used,”The community health needs assessment we’re really trying to capture from our patients, our board members, our social and human service organizations, community partners, elected officials, information around access to health. Looking at primary and secondary data to help drive some of this work that we’re doing to kind of get all this information in and figure out what we can do as a health care system to really work on the priorities that come out of the community health needs assessment.”

Missouri Will Try Again For Sports Betting In 2023 – But Isn’t Worried About Kansas – Gaming Today https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/missouri-will-try-again-for-sports-betting-in-2023-but-isnt-worried-about-kansas-gaming-today/ Missouri state lawmaker Dan Houx doesn’t see the Kansas City Chiefs leaving Missouri. He’s even more confident they won’t leave Missouri for Kansas.  Kansas launched retail and online sports betting through state-operated casinos on Sept. 1 under legislation passed last May. That law puts a 10 percent tax on operator revenue, with the majority of state revenue going into an “Attracting Professional Sports to Kansas Fund” – with the Chiefs considered a clear target.  In neighboring Missouri, sports betting has yet to be legalized. But Houx doesn’t see Kansas as much of a threat to become a real relocation destination for Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.  “I don’t see that happening,” Houx told Gaming Today on Tuesday. “What they did in their (legislation) is the revenue goes to entice a team to come to Kansas (but) their revenues are extremely low. Say their sportsbook’s bringing in $10 million a year – it’s going to take a long time to get to $1 billion for a new stadium.” According to Houx, Missouri is Chiefs’ territory. He estimates at least 75 percent of Missourians are Chiefs fans. When asked about whispers of a move to Kansas, Houx didn’t mince words. “If you want to see a real border war, if the Chiefs packed up and went to Kansas, it would be something else. I think you would see memorabilia burnt in the streets, so to speak,” he told Gaming Today. “We’re a great state and we love our football,” said the Warrensburg Republican. “It’s the whole Midwest you’ve got to think about – from Iowa to Nebraska, to Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas – the Chiefs are central to it all.”  KC Chiefs, Other Teams Want Legal Missouri Sports Betting A new, or even renovated stadium is definitely on the Chiefs’ wish list. But that’s only part of what the franchise wants.  The Chiefs also want legal sports betting in Missouri.  Last spring, the team and other pro sports franchises in the state – including the Royals – worked with Houx and other lawmakers to bring legal options to the state. If the bill had passed, legal sports betting (via licensed online apps tied to the stadiums and casinos) would have launched earlier this year. Casinos would also have been allowed in-person sportsbooks.  “If you want to see a real border war, if the Chiefs packed up and went to Kansas, it would be something else.” — Lawmaker Dan Houx  It didn’t happen. The bill was instead derailed in May after lawmakers disagreed on an amendment that would have legalized up to 5,000 video lottery terminals, or VLTs, in the state.  In another attempt, Houx tried again to pass the bill last month during a special tax session in Jefferson City. That proposal would have bumped the tax rate up to 10 percent from 8 percent in the bill last spring, but otherwise would have been the same. Unfortunately, the bill didn’t advance.  What’s Next for Missouri Sports Betting? Houx expects much better results when he files a similar bill during the Missouri 2023 regular session starting Jan. 4. The tax rate is likely to be much higher in the next bill, he said (between 15 and 17 percent), but would still give pro teams and casinos online sportsbooks and casinos a retail option. At 17 percent, Missouri state revenues would be nearly double the $13-$15 million annual tax revenue that would have been generated by the proposal last spring. “We had a hearing on the bill during the special session and (one legislator) said the number one thing she’s hearing from door-knocking is ‘why don’t we have sports betting?’” said Houx.  “People want it. The legislature wants it. It’s going to be a top priority – I’d say in the top 5 – in January.” Expansion Could Be in the Cards for Chiefs The Chiefs haven’t said for sure that they even want to leave Missouri. And Houx’s prediction of a long slog to get Kansas to $1 billion might be accurate. Revenue reported by KSNT-TV on Monday shows Kansas sports betting revenue totaled $1.3 million in its first month of operation.  The state’s share of that is about $130,000.  Additionally, the Chiefs have good options for growth in Missouri, said Houx. One includes a possible expansion at the Truman Sports Complex, should the KC Royals follow through with plans to eventually move to downtown Kansas City.  The Chiefs are tied to a lease at Arrowhead Field through 2031, giving the franchise and the state time to formulate an expansion plan. Chiefs CEO and Chairman Clark Hunt said a renovation of Arrowhead is a possibility in a press conference last November:  “We think that GEHA Field at Arrowhead is still one of the finest stadiums in the National Football League,” said Hunt. “Obviously, things change, and the way fans want to consume the game, and the kind of spaces that you need … those things change over time and we’re paying attention to that. “There will be things, when we get to the end of our lease here in nine or so years, I’m sure, that we’ll want to incorporate into the stadium. One possibility will be another renovation of Arrowhead.”

The Collaborative Metaverse – O’Reilly – O’Reilly Radar https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/the-collaborative-metaverse-oreilly-oreilly-radar/ We want to congratulate Dylan Field on his startup Figma, which Adobe recently purchased for $20B. Dylan started his career with O’Reilly Media when he was in high school—not that long ago. With Figma, he’s made the big time. It’s worth thinking about why Figma has been so successful, and why Adobe was willing to pay so much for it. Since the beginning, Figma has been about collaboration. Yes, it was a great design tool. Yes, it ran completely in the browser, no downloads and installation required. But more than anything else, Figma was a tool for collaboration. That was a goal from the beginning. Collaboration wasn’t an afterthought; it was baked in. Learn faster. Dig deeper. See farther. My thesis about the Metaverse is that it is, above all, about enabling collaboration. VR goggles and AR glasses? Fine, but the Metaverse will fail if it only works for those who want to wear a headset. Crypto? I strongly object to the idea that everything needs to be owned—and that every transaction needs to pay a tax to anonymous middlemen (whether they’re called miners or stakers). Finally, I think that Facebook/Meta, Microsoft, and others who say that the Metaverse is about “better meetings” are just plain headed in the wrong direction. I can tell you—anyone in this industry can tell you—that we don’t need better meetings, we need fewer meetings. But we still need people working together, particularly as more and more of us are working remotely. So the real question facing us is: how do we minimize meetings, while enabling people to work together? Meetings are, after all, a tool for coordinating people, for transferring information in groups, for circulating ideas outside of one-to-one conversations. They’re a tool for collaboration. That’s precisely what tools like Figma are for: enabling designers to work together on a project conveniently, without conflicting with each other. They’re about demonstrating designs to managers and other stakeholders. They’re about brainstorming new ideas (with Figjam) with your team members. And they’re about doing all this without requiring people to get together in a conference room, in Zoom, or in any of the other conferencing services. The problem with those tools isn’t really the flat screen, the “Brady Bunch” design, or the absence of avatars; the problem is that you still have to interrupt some number of people and get them in the same (virtual) place at the same time, breaking whatever flow that they were in. We don’t need better meetings; we need better tools for collaboration so that we don’t need as many meetings. That’s what the Metaverse means for businesses. Tools like GitHub and Google’s Colab are really about collaboration, as are Google Docs and Microsoft Office 365. The Metaverse is strongly associated with gaming, and if you look at games like Overwatch and Fortnite, and you’ll see that those games are really about collaboration between online players. That’s what makes these games fun. I’ve got nothing against VR goggles, but what makes the experience special is the interaction with other players in real time. You don’t need goggles for that. Collaboration made Figma worth $20B. It’s one of the first “enterprise Metaverse” applications. It certainly won’t be the last. Congratulations again to the team at Figma, and to our alumnus Dylan. And congratulations to Adobe, for realizing Figma’s importance.

October Prime Day: Bose Headphones, AirPods And More Tech Deals – TODAY https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/october-prime-day-bose-headphones-airpods-and-more-tech-deals-today/ The huge Prime Early Access Sale, an event created by Amazon, is ending tonight. That means it’s your last chance to help yourself to big savings during what truly feels like Amazon’s version of Black Friday — and that means scoring tech deals that are even better than we could have imagined. From fashion to beauty, there are steep markdowns across every category. And if you’re in the market for new Bose headphones or a holiday gift for your plugged-in teen, you’ll be happy to know that Amazon still has tech deals aplenty. So act fast: From the latest Beats headphones that are marked down by more than 50 percent to a Fire TV with more than $100 slashed off, here are the best tech deals to shop before Day 2 of Amazon’s October Prime Day ends. Best Prime Early Access Sale tech deals 2022 Amazon deals on earbuds and headphones Amazon Prime Day Kindle deals Amazon deals on TVs and streaming devices Amazon laptop, tablet and monitor deals Amazon deals on fitness trackers and smartwatches More Amazon tech deals under $50 More Amazon tech deals under $100 Amazon treadmill deals Amazon deals on earbuds and headphones Tozo A1 Mini Wireless Earbuds Big news! These wireless earbuds are currently marked down to just under $17. The popular earbuds have more than 22,200 five-star ratings from satisfied shoppers who say that they provide good sound quality and have long-lasting battery life. Don’t miss your chance to grab them while they’re 43% off. Google Pixel Buds A-Series Google’s Pixel Buds are also marked down heavily during the sale. They’re designed to be water-resistant so you can wear them on rainy days or during sweaty workouts. Plus, they feature custom 12mm dynamic speaker drivers, which are said to deliver rich, high-quality sound. Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) Wireless Earbuds Once set up on your phone, Apple says that listening on its AirPods is a practically seamless experience. Simply take them out of the case, put them in your ears and you can start listening. They’re designed to sense when they’re in your ears and will automatically pause your music when you take one out. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) Make the ultimate earbud upgrade and grab Apple’s AirPods Pro while they’re on sale. They feature active noise cancellation, a transparency mode and are said to be sweat and water-resistant. Skullcandy Hesh 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones One reviewer called these the “Best Headphones EVER!” and added that they’re “super comfortable” and the sound quality is “amazing.” “I wear these to the gym all the time and I even use it to talk to people over FaceTime. These headphones are honestly the best and I would recommend it to anyone!” Bose QuietComfort 45 Noise-Cancelling Headphones We’ve got headphone deals — lots of ’em. Including this latest version of Bose’s QuietComfort noise-cancelling headphones, which is now on sale for a cool $100 off. This lightweight iteration has a totally noise-cancelling Quiet Mode (for those long subway rides or flights) or the Aware Mode to let some of the great outdoors in. The company claims it can last up to 25 hours on a single charge. Beats Studio3 Headphones You can now get over 50% off the latest Beats Studio3 headphones — that’s a whopping $180 off the sticker price. So hop on the over-ear headphones trend we’ve all been seeing on TikTok and grab a pair while the deal lasts! These wireless Bluetooth headphones are said to feature adaptive noise-canceling technology and up to 22 hours of battery life. Hagibis Cleaning Pen for AirPods The gunk that accumulates in our AirPods cannot be ignored (as much as we want to). Before you spend cash on a professional cleaning, try this handy brush cleaning kit for a fraction of the price. The nifty cleaning pen has two interchangeable heads: a delicate sponge head to get into your charging case’s crevices, and a bristled brush to clean the surface of the earbuds’ sound outlet holes. Amazon Prime Day Kindle deals Kindle Paperwhite (8 GB) If you’ve been holding out for a good deal to finally get that Kindle that’s been on your wish list forever, now is the time to do it. The Kindle Paperwhite is currently marked down to just under $100. According to the brand, it has up to 10 weeks of battery life and is waterproof, so you can bring it anywhere, from the bathtub to the beach. Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle Hoping to hit your reading goal before the end of the year? We suggest taking advantage of this over $70 discount on a Kindle essential bundle. You’ll get a waterproof Kindle Paperwhite, cover and a power adapter with it, so you’ll always be able to sneak in a quick reading session, no matter where you are. Amazon deals on TVs and streaming devices Fire TV Stick You can upgrade your streaming experience for less than $20 when you add Amazon’s Fire Stick to your cart. It’s designed to connect to your TV to give you access to endless streaming apps, music platforms and more. Amazon Fire TV 50-Inch 4-Series 4K UHD smart TV If you’re holding your breath for a smart TV with a beautiful 4K Ultra-HD display, look no further than this 50-Inch Amazon Fire TV — with its over-$450 price tag now slashed more than $100 (that’s over 25% in savings). It comes with an Alexa voice remote, and you can use it with both your streaming apps and live TV, as well as to play video games and stream music. So go ahead, watch your favorite sci-fi or fantasy movie and watch the images practically leap off the screen. Roku Streaming Stick 4K Right now, you can upgrade your streaming experience and save on the Roku 4K Streaming Stick. It connects to your TV and allows you to access streaming apps, change the volume, search for shows and more with one remote. Samsung 32-Inch Class Frame QLED LS03 Series Tired of staring at a black TV screen when you’re not watching? This unique TV is designed to double as a piece of art. It has a built-in motion sensor, so whenever you enter the room it’ll turn on to display your selected piece. And when it comes to the TV-watching experience, this model is said to deliver bright colors and 4K resolution. JBL Bar5.1 Soundbar If it’s realistic and immersive audio experience you’re after, this typically $600-dollar soundbar by JBL is now marked down over 50 percent — that’s more than $300 off. The sleek-looking WiFi-enabled soundbar packs 550W of power, and it can integrate with both Chromecast and Airplay 2, as well is with your 4K Ultra HD setup. So get this for a cinematic experience that may quite literally shake you in your boots. SAMSUNG 65-Inch Neo QLED What’s that, you say? You want even bigger and possibly even more vivid? This 65-inch 4K with QLED (Quantum Mini LED) technology is now 30 percent off. Read: A wide range of vibrant colors so you can appreciate the colorful nuances of your favorite movies. Add to that the realistic 3-D sound from the built-in Dolby Atmos sound system, and you won’t need to go to the theaters. This smart TV is also compatible with the voice assistant of your choice. Amazon laptop, tablet and monitor deals 2021 Apple 10.2-inch iPad If you’re tired of carrying around your bulky old personal laptop on vacations or to your local coffee shop, it may be time to make the switch to a tablet. And right now, you can save nearly 20% on this iPad from Apple. The brand says that it delivers powerful performance and all-day battery life. Plus, it’s designed to run apps like Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, so you should be able to do everything you need for both work and personal projects on the device. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Whether you’re planning on buying your teen their first laptop for the holidays or want to upgrade your model, you can score a discount on this version from Lenovo right now. With a slim design, “powerhouse performance” and up to 11 hours of battery life, reviewers say that it’s a good pick for the price. Asus Chromebook Rugged & Spill Resistant Laptop If accidents are a regular occurrence in your household, consider this laptop. According to the brand, it’s designed with “military-grade” durability, a spill-resistant keyboard and a rubber safety grip to help prevent potential mishaps. Apple MacBook Air Laptop You can score 20% off Apple’s MacBook Air Laptop right now. It’s designed to provide up to 18 hours of battery life, sharp and clear images and “industry-leading power efficiency,” so it’s perfect for almost every activity, from streaming to studying. QINOL Travel Anti-Theft Laptop Backpack Protect your (possibly newly purchased) laptop with this anti-theft work backpack, which is now marked down by more than 40%. It’s made from waterproof nylon material save for the adjustable straps, which are constructed with breathable mesh. The best part: The zipping anti-theft pocket on the lower back to store all your valuables. This large-capacity bag has enough room for a 17-inch laptop and a 15.5-inch pad, and it has a helpful removable charging USB line when you need it. Sceptre 20-Inch 75Hz LED Monitor You can score this top-rated monitor for less than $70 during Amazon’s Prime event. It features built-in speakers, which the brand says are perfect for working or gaming, and it even has a Blue Light Shift mode that’s designed to reduce the amount of blue light that the device emits. Amazon deals on fitness trackers and smartwatches Amazon Halo With Amazon’s Halo band, you can track your steps, heart rate sleep and more to stay on top of your health metrics. The best part? There’s no screen so you won’t get distracted by notifications and alerts. Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Tech and fitness aficionados take note: The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is now 40% off. Stay on track with your workout and training goals, thanks to its body reading capabilities...

Dogecoin Price Prediction As Elon Musk Launches Fragrance Accepting DOGE Payments – Cryptonews https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/dogecoin-price-prediction-as-elon-musk-launches-fragrance-accepting-doge-payments-cryptonews/ Disclaimer: The Industry Talk section features insights by crypto industry players and is not a part of the editorial content of Cryptonews.com. Elon Musk, the billionaire industrialist and Dogecoin enthusiast, has launched a new fragrance that can be purchased using Dogecoin.  Can this be the catalyst for DOGE’s jump, especially with the market’s bear run?  DOGE Price Movement DOGE, one of the best meme coins, has been bearish for the past few days. The digital asset currently trades at $0.06045. Although DOGE has pumped by 0.38% in the past 24 hours, its weekly price peg indicates a downtrend of 7%. DOGE’s technicals show that the crypto asset currently trades above all of its short-term moving average (MA) indicators; however, its 100-day and 200-day MAs ($0.06070 and $0.0609) are above its current price.  With a positive moving average convergence divergence (MACD), DOGE indicates a buy signal. In addition, the crypto asset’s relative strength index (RSI) of 58.11 reveals that it’s not massively overbought.  Buy DOGE on eToro Now Elon Musk’s New Fragrance Accepts DOGE The biggest news for DOGE seems to be the recent launch of Burnt Hair, a fresh fragrance launched by Elon Musk.  Musk shared the fragrance’s first look in the early hours of Wednesday. The billionaire included a purchase link hosted by The Boring Company, his tunnel construction project. Each bottle of Burnt Hair costs $100, and Musk confirmed that DOGE payments are accepted for the cologne. Just a few hours after announcing it, Musk confirmed that 10,000 bottles of Burnt Hair had been sold. However, the billionaire has yet to confirm how many bottles were bought using DOGE.  Burnt Hair is the second recent notable DOGE-related development coming from Musk.  DOGE’s Twitter Takeover Last week, Musk’s lawyers filed to complete his $44 billion takeover of Twitter, possibly bringing an end to a back-and-forth that has gone on for months between both parties.  According to phone transcripts, the billionaire proposed that users pay a small fee in DOGE whenever they want to tweet or retweet something. It is still unclear whether this will be possible, but there is growing confidence that Musk will include a role for DOGE to play as he takes over Twitter and reshapes the social networking giant.  Google Cloud Integrates DOGE Another bullish news for DOGE is Google’s partnership with notable crypto exchange Coinbase. According to reports, the internet conglomerate has partnered with Coinbase to accept crypto payments for its Google Cloud service.   At its Cloud Next conference, Google Cloud Vice President and General Manager Amit Zavery explained that Google would start accepting crypto payments from a “handful” of customers through its integration with Coinbase Commerce, a payment tool for businesses. Coinbase Commerce currently accepts payments in Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), DOGE, and Tether (USDT).   Although the terms of the deal haven’t been disclosed, Jim Migdal, Vice President of business development at Coinbase, reportedly announced that the deal would follow other arrangements with Coinbase Commerce. The exchange will likely receive a cut of every transaction that goes through the system.  Conclusion  Dogecoin is an interesting asset for prospective investors in the crypto space. However, investors looking to make a meaningful change can consider IMPT, the native token for Impact Protocol.  Impact Protocol intends to use blockchain to fight climate change by allowing users to purchase carbon credits. Its IMPT token presale is currently one of the best crypto presales, already raising $3 million. Investors can buy IMPT tokens on the website.  Visit IMPT Now

U.S. To Support Haiti Police And Deliver Aid To Counter Gangs – Reuters Canada https://dentoncountynewsonline.com/u-s-to-support-haiti-police-and-deliver-aid-to-counter-gangs-reuters-canada/ WASHINGTON, Oct 12 (Reuters) – The United States on Wednesday said it will boost support for the Haitian police as they battle armed gangs and will speed up delivery of aid to a country suffering from crippling shortages of basic goods due to a gang blockade of a key fuel terminal. Haitian gangs have for a month prevented the distribution of diesel and gasoline, crippling businesses and hospitals and creating shortages of basic goods including water just as the country is struggling with a new outbreak of cholera. The State Department has created a new visa restriction policy targeting those who support the gangs and has sent a Coast Guard vessel to patrol Haitian waters. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com U.S. officials who briefed reporters on Washington’s response stopped short of offering to send troops to the island nation despite appeals from the Haitian government for an international armed force. “We are … working to increase and deploy in the coming days security assistance to the Haitian National Police to strengthen their capacity to counter gangs and re-establish a stable security environment,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said. “We will accelerate the delivery of additional humanitarian relief to the people of Haiti.” Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Brian Nichols on Wednesday traveled to Port-au-Prince with a delegation that includes Lieutenant General Andrew Croft of the U.S. Southern Command, the State Department said. During an earlier phone briefing with reporters, a senior Biden administration official said it was “premature to talk about just a U.S. security presence” when asked whether Washington had ruled out sending troops. Sporadic looting and gun battles between gangs and police have become increasingly common in recent weeks as the shortages have led to mounting desperation. Protests to demand interim Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s resignation have at times devolved into looting. The Pan American Health Organization on Wednesday said civil unrest is making it harder to contain the outbreak of cholera, adding that 18 deaths have been confirmed as of Oct. 9 and hundreds of potential cases are being studied. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has proposed that one or several countries send “a rapid action force” to help Haiti’s police, according to a letter to the U.N. Security Council, without suggesting that the force be deployed by the United Nations. Another Biden administration official during the phone briefing said the travel bans were meant to hold accountable those who are linked to the gangs. “Our intent in doing so is to demonstrate that there are consequences for those who fund and foment violence in Haiti,” the official said. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Reporting by Simon Lewis, Matt Spetalnick and Brian Ellsworth; Editing by Lisa Shumaker Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.