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ACTS LAW Addresses Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin Controversy

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Recently, the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin is facing closure over allegations of similar types of behavior, with matters so bad it was known as a "rape club" by inmates and workers.

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  • Recently, the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin is facing closure over allegations of similar types of behavior, with matters so bad it was known as a "rape club" by inmates and workers.
  • "The racial and class inequity that leads to women being imprisoned has never been addressed in our state," Mr. Rochen said.
  • "In the FCI Dublin institution, inmates were subjected to all manner of horrific sexual crimes on a daily basis.
  • He was the supervisor of the call center operated by the federal prison, where these women worked.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK OPENS FIRST COMPANY-OWNED RESTAURANT IN SOUTH CAROLINA WITH NEW LOCATION IN AIKEN

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

ATLANTA, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, is growing once again in South Carolina, opening its first company-owned location in the state. Located at 4087 Julep Way in Aiken, the newest restaurant is one of the first businesses to open in the redeveloped Aiken Mall site and will welcome guests with a convenient drive-thru. The Aiken community is invited to celebrate this grand opening on Wednesday, April 24; the first 100 guests that morning will win free chicken salad for a year.

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  • ATLANTA, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick , the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, is growing once again in South Carolina, opening its first company-owned location in the state.
  • The next 99 guests in line receive one large Quick Chick of chicken salad per month for a year.
  • "Our talented Chicken Salad Chick team can't wait to open our doors and help kick off this new Aiken Towne Park development," said Scott Deviney, CEO of Chicken Salad Chick.
  • Chicken Salad Chick in Aiken will be open Monday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.chickensaladchick.com .

Former Female Inmates Sue California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Alleging Decades of Sexual Abuse

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

According to the complaint, the women, identified as Jane Roes to protect their identity, CIW has widespread sexual abuse happening throughout the facility.

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  • According to the complaint, the women, identified as Jane Roes to protect their identity, CIW has widespread sexual abuse happening throughout the facility.
  • Many inmates have complained about unwelcome sexual advances, physical assault, rape and more, due to the power dynamics at the jail.
  • These women have bravely come forward to report their sexual exploitation to protect themselves as well as future inmates at CIW.
  • The case is Jane Roe et al v. State of California, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation et al., Sacramento Superior Court, Case No.

Air Cargo Tech Summit Announces Media Partnership with TAC Index

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Air Cargo Tech Summit, presented by Air Cargo Next, is announcing a media partnership with TAC Index, the trusted global benchmark for air cargo pricing information. The alliance aims to deliver a synergistic experience that features cutting-edge technological developments, real-time analytics, and unparalleled networking opportunities for professionals in the airfreight technology sector.

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  • The Air Cargo Tech Summit, presented by Air Cargo Next, is announcing a media partnership with TAC Index, the trusted global benchmark for air cargo pricing information.
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Air Cargo Tech Summit , presented by Air Cargo Next, is announcing a media partnership with TAC Index, the trusted global benchmark for air cargo pricing information.
  • The ACTS session "Digital Records Go Mainstream: Best Practices for the Air Cargo Ecosystem" will be moderated by Neil Wilson, editor at TAC Index, and promises to be a powerful discussion on the adoption of digital records in air cargo logistics.
  • For more details on Air Cargo Tech Summit, visit https://aircargotechsummit.com .

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Dr. Susan Furth Receives Distinguished Educator Award for Inspiring Next Generation of Clinical and Translational Researchers

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Furth has had a passion for mentoring junior researchers, personally mentoring many students, residents, postdoctoral fellows and junior faculty.

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  • Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Furth has had a passion for mentoring junior researchers, personally mentoring many students, residents, postdoctoral fellows and junior faculty.
  • "It's incredibly meaningful to be recognized with this award from ACTS," Dr. Furth said.
  • ACTS presents its annual Translational Science Awards to recognize investigators for their outstanding contributions to the clinical research and translational science field.
  • The ACTS Distinguished Educator: Mentorship Innovation Award recognizes distinguished mentors with outstanding innovation in mentorship resulting in significant scientific accomplishments by the next generation of clinical and translational researchers and/or innovative approaches in mentorship to promote diversity and retention of under-represented groups in translational research.

MultiPlan Corporation Releases Inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

MultiPlan Corporation (NYSE:MPLN) (“MultiPlan” or the “Company”), a leading provider of data analytics and technology-enabled end-to-end cost management, payment and revenue integrity solutions to the U.S. healthcare industry, today announced the publication of its 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report.

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  • MultiPlan Corporation (NYSE:MPLN) (“MultiPlan” or the “Company”), a leading provider of data analytics and technology-enabled end-to-end cost management, payment and revenue integrity solutions to the U.S. healthcare industry, today announced the publication of its 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report.
  • The report details the structured assessment and reporting approach MultiPlan undertakes to identify, prioritize, and verify ESG risks and opportunities specific to the Company.
  • The process involved the consideration of widely accepted ESG frameworks, including the Sustainable Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Standards and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
  • The full report is publicly accessible on MultiPlan’s website at the following link: https://investors.multiplan.us/governance/ESG

Courageous Persuaders to bring national attention to promote safe driving

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

TROY, Mich., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) Education Foundation is happy to announce they will be bringing back the nationwide Courageous Persuaders Scholarship for the 2022-2023 school year. Submissions will open in mid-December 2022 and the deadline is March 10th, 2023. An Award Ceremony to announce winning videos will be held at Emagine Theaters in Royal Oak, Michigan on May 10th, 2023.

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  • An Award Ceremony to announce winning videos will be held at Emagine Theaters in Royal Oak, Michigan on May 10th, 2023.
  • Courageous Persuaders ( https://courageouspersuaders.com/ )is a competition-based scholarship program that invites high school students to create a 30-second television commercial about the dangers of distracted driving with two categories: drunk driving and distracted driving.
  • The Courageous Persuaders program was created in 2000 by former Oakland County District Judge Michael A. Martone and John Barczyk, a local McCann-Erickson advertising executive (retired).
  • In 2007, the DADA became the primary sponsor and administrator of the Courageous Persuaders program through its DADA Education Foundation.

Affluent Consumer Tracking Study: What Products and Brands Luxury Consumers are Buying and How Much they Spend on Luxuries - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, December 2, 2022

Luxury marketers that want to win must stay vigilant in tracking the shifts, turns, and changing preferences in their affluent consumer market.

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  • Luxury marketers that want to win must stay vigilant in tracking the shifts, turns, and changing preferences in their affluent consumer market.
  • Unity Marketing's Affluent Consumer Tracking Study (previously call the Luxury Consumer Tracking Service) is designed for marketers who need to understand the mindset, purchase behavior and psychology of the affluent consumer segment.
  • Launched in January 2004, and every three months thereafter, Measure the pulse of the affluent consumers in a longitudinal survey of 1,250+ affluent consumer households.
  • The Affluent Consumer Tracking Study is a cost-effective way for consumer marketers to monitor their brand awareness and usage among their target market.

ACTS' Fire Resistance Laboratory in KSA is Accredited

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

It tests the fire performance of load-bearing elements, skylights, and roof assemblies in vertical and horizontal loading.

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  • It tests the fire performance of load-bearing elements, skylights, and roof assemblies in vertical and horizontal loading.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221019005113/en/
    Advanced Construction Technology Services (ACTS) has recently launched the FireResistance & Reaction toFireTesting service in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
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    ACTS newly launched fire testing laboratory in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has been accredited by the International Accreditation Services (IAS), the Saudi Accreditation Center (SAC), and the Gulf Accreditation Center (GAC).
  • The Saudi market was underserved in this space, and we hope to contribute to higher levels of fire safety in the Kingdom."

SingleSource Attorney Conclusion of Title (ACT™) to Offer Major Consumer Savings

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Monday, August 22, 2022

CANONSBURG, Pa., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SingleSource Property Solutions, a leading provider of property services supporting the U.S. housing industry, has launched the SingleSource Attorney Conclusion of Title (ACT™), a standardized attorney opinion letter that will save mortgage borrowers and lenders significant costs while providing comparable coverage to a more costly title insurance policy.

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  • The SingleSource ACT is being offered through a collaboration with Voxtur, a technology company creating a more transparent and accessible real estate lending ecosystem.
  • "Lenders and consumers finally have a new option when it comes to title insurance," SingleSource Property Solutions COO Ed Austin said.
  • As a nationwide title company, SingleSource is thrilled to offer an alternative that provides major cost and time savings for consumers nationwide."
  • Founded in 2000, the company offers nationwide solutions in valuations, title & settlement, property preservation, REO asset management, and document management.