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United Kingdom Leads the Way in Europe's Booming Online Gambling Market

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Jeudi, août 24, 2023
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This migration from offline to online gambling was inevitably accompanied by increased revenue associated with online gambling.

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  • This migration from offline to online gambling was inevitably accompanied by increased revenue associated with online gambling.
  • Growing hardware and software innovations, the rising popularity of casino and sports betting gambling, and enhanced internet penetration are expected to drive the growth of the European online gambling market.
  • However, according to the International Gambling Report 2021, 63% of gamblers worldwide now prefer online gambling over offline gambling.
  • Online gambling is legal and regulated in the country by the Gambling Commission, formed by the Gambling Act of 2005.

UnitedHealthcare Awards $500,000 to Five Federally Qualified Health Centers To Increase Access To Behavioral Health Services

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Mercredi, août 23, 2023
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UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan awarded five federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) $100,000 grants to expand access to behavioral health services across the state.

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  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan awarded five federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) $100,000 grants to expand access to behavioral health services across the state.
  • The FQHCs include Cherry Health, Family Health Center, Great Lakes Bay Health Centers, InterCare Community Health Network and MidMichigan Community Health Services.
  • Family Health Center will develop mental health screening programs and train additional staff to expand inpatient detoxification services.
  • Great Lakes Bay Health Centers will create educational videos, expand breastfeeding support services in the Saginaw area and conduct behavioral health training for staff.

UnitedHealthcare Donates $2.85 Million To Help Health Service Workers Better Care For Indiana’s Seniors

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Mardi, août 15, 2023
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UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Indiana has provided $2.85 million to four organizations working to advance the direct service health workforce in the state.

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  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Indiana has provided $2.85 million to four organizations working to advance the direct service health workforce in the state.
  • Direct service workers (DSWs) are essential in providing care to the long-term services and supports recipients who choose to age and live in their homes, especially those in underserved communities and rural areas.
  • DSWs include certified nursing assistants, home health aides, direct support professionals, personal care aides and other nonlicensed workers.
  • Indiana University School of Medicine Geriatrics — $500,000 for a Project ECHO initiative and Learning Collaborative to share know-how among providers.

Fiber Broadband Association Hosts The State Broadband Summit at Fiber Connect 2023

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Mardi, juillet 25, 2023
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The Fiber Broadband Association today announced it will host The State Broadband Summit on Wednesday, August 23, at Fiber Connect 2023 in Orlando, Fla. As state broadband offices submit their five-year broadband plans, the Summit will bring together critical players from within the fiber broadband ecosystem to explore the best path forward.

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  • The Fiber Broadband Association today announced it will host The State Broadband Summit on Wednesday, August 23, at Fiber Connect 2023 in Orlando, Fla. As state broadband offices submit their five-year broadband plans, the Summit will bring together critical players from within the fiber broadband ecosystem to explore the best path forward.
  • So, we’ve created content that provides the tools needed to successfully navigate fiber network builds—both today and over the next decade,” said Evann Freeman, EPB Director of Government Relations and Fiber Broadband Association Conference Committee Chair.
  • The full Fiber Connect 2023 conference runs August 20-23, and will be held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. Those interested in attending can register for a full conference pass that includes the State Broadband Summit, or a one-day pass is now available to attend Wednesday’s State Broadband Summit only.
  • For more information about the State Broadband Summit or the full Fiber Connect 2023 conference, visit fiberconnect.fiberbroadband.org .

PD&R Quarterly Update: Office-to-Residential Conversions -- July 25, 2023

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Mardi, juillet 11, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, July 25, 2023, HUD's Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) will host a PD&R Quarterly Update virtual event focused on Office-to-Residential Conversions.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, July 25, 2023, HUD's Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) will host a PD&R Quarterly Update virtual event focused on Office-to-Residential Conversions.
  • After a housing market update from PD&R's Kevin Kane and a data spotlight segment from PD&R's Veronica Helms Garrison, Tracy Hadden Loh from Brookings Metro will provide keynote remarks.
  • The event will then feature two panel discussions.
  • We also invite you to participate in the event via social media by following @HUDUSERnews.

ITU Radio Regulations Board Approves Waiver for Rivada LEO Constellation

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Mercredi, juillet 5, 2023
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MUNICH, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rivada Space Networks today announced that the ITU's Radio Regulations Board has waived the requirement that Rivada put 10% of its constellation into orbit this year.

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  • MUNICH, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rivada Space Networks today announced that the ITU's Radio Regulations Board has waived the requirement that Rivada put 10% of its constellation into orbit this year.
  • Rivada receives key milestone waiver from international satellite regulator.
  • The ITU waiver process seeks clear evidence of funding, manufacturing and launch contracts as well as coordination with other systems.
  • Rivada CEO Declan Ganley said: "Rivada has the manufacturing and launch contracts in place to complete the constellations and launch 600 satellites by 2028, within the timeframe allowed by the ITU."

Santander US Releases 2022 Prosperity with Purpose Report

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Mercredi, juin 28, 2023
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Santander Holdings USA, Inc. (“Santander US”) today released the 2022 Prosperity with Purpose Report , its annual Environmental, Social and Governance report detailing current commitments and efforts to help advance sustainability in our communities.

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  • Santander Holdings USA, Inc. (“Santander US”) today released the 2022 Prosperity with Purpose Report , its annual Environmental, Social and Governance report detailing current commitments and efforts to help advance sustainability in our communities.
  • “Sustainability and inclusivity are core to our purpose of helping people and businesses prosper,” said Tim Wennes, Santander US CEO.
  • In 2022, Santander US issued its inaugural $500 million sustainable bond , which was the first under Santander Group’s Green, Social & Sustainable Funding Global Framework.
  • The 2022 Santander US ESG Report references the Global Reporting Initiative Universal Standards, Sustainability Accounting Standards Board relevant sector standards, and Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures framework among other standards.

Laser Light Completes Corporate Registration in Bermuda

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Mercredi, juin 28, 2023
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RESTON, Va., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 9,2023, Laser Light Holdings, Ltd. formally completed its corporate registration in Bermuda. Additionally, the company's board of directors was formed, met, and passed resolutions recognizing the founding members, appointing the corporate officers, and authorizing the company to conduct business. 

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  • RESTON, Va., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 9,2023, Laser Light Holdings, Ltd. formally completed its corporate registration in Bermuda.
  • Holdings will serve as the parent of the expanding Laser Light Companies, which currently include registrations and operations in the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
  • Laser Light will expand these regional service companies over the next few months to include Europe, Africa, LatAm, MENA, and the Caribbean.
  • "In assessing where best to base and consolidate all the corporate functions of our growing global business, Bermuda easily became the most logical choice and will give us the agility and efficiencies we need," said Bob Brumley, chairman and CEO of Laser Light Holdings.

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona Awarded NCQA’s Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services & Supports Distinction

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Jeudi, juin 22, 2023
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UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona has been awarded the industry-recognized Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Distinction by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

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  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona has been awarded the industry-recognized Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Distinction by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona earned NCQA Health Plan Accreditation by meeting rigorous requirements for consumer protection and quality improvement.
  • NCQA’s LTSS Distinction helps support health plans that provide managed health services and coordinate social services for LTSS members.
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona serves more than 500,000 members in Arizona’s Medicaid, long-term care and developmental disabilities program, the most of any Medicaid health plan in Arizona.

Santander US Unveils New Community Plan

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Mercredi, juin 21, 2023
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The Santander US Community Plan was developed in partnership with the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (“NCRC”), which led forums with over 30 community-based organizations.

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  • The Santander US Community Plan was developed in partnership with the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (“NCRC”), which led forums with over 30 community-based organizations.
  • “Our latest community plan builds upon our long track record of investing in our communities, including small businesses, affordable housing and underserved communities.
  • This new plan increases our commitments to affordable housing, while adding sustainable finance and supplier diversity commitments,” Santander US CEO Tim Wennes said.
  • Our members have been able to work with the company’s leadership to help shape the Santander US Community Plan to maximize Santander’s impact and advance our shared goal of helping communities prosper.”
    As part of the plan, Santander US’ National Community Advisory Board (CAB) will advise the company on community development and ensure ongoing input on the Plan’s goals and commitments.