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Award-Winning Companion Robot, ElliQ, to Support Primary Care Providers in Caring for Older Adults at Home

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Primary care providers encounter two major challenges in engaging older adult patients that ElliQ aspires to address.

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  • Primary care providers encounter two major challenges in engaging older adult patients that ElliQ aspires to address.
  • ElliQ is the first-ever empathetic digital companion robot designed to help curb loneliness and social isolation among older adults.
  • ElliQ engages older adults, connects to family, promotes wellness and helps older adults stay sharp.
  • Intuition Robotics is planning on expanding its partnership with additional value-based care physician groups, primary care providers, and health plans who serve older adults in the United States.

Vidyard Releases New Documentary Film “re:connection” to Explore the Expanding Role of Video in a Virtual Business World

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Vidyard and Media One Creative today announced the release of re:connection , a short documentary film exploring how video creates human connections in a digital business world.

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  • Vidyard and Media One Creative today announced the release of re:connection , a short documentary film exploring how video creates human connections in a digital business world.
  • And while video technology has helped ease the change, businesses are still facing challenges when it comes to communicating and operating remotely.
  • This short documentary film explores how leaders and practitioners from every industry can change the way they think about video communication to create a more inclusive, connected and innovative business environment.
  • This film includes a wide range of expert perspectives discussing how video helps build trust, empathy and stronger relationships for a digital-first future.

Commentary By Janet Langsam -- Mr. Putin: Everyone Deserves Happiness … And The Arts

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

But talk about the pursuit of happiness and we become confused by its meaning.

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  • But talk about the pursuit of happiness and we become confused by its meaning.
  • Or can we accept a life without some of the things we hold dear, such as the arts and music?
  • Yet in more recent years, there is a growing dismissal and demonization of the value of intangible resources like the arts.
  • Janet Langsam is the CEO of ArtsWestchester in White Plains, N.Y.
    About ArtsWestchester : Founded in 1965, ArtsWestchester is the largest, private, not-for-profit arts council in New York State.

Approval of CN-KCS Voting Trust Is Essential Next Step for Shippers and Others to Have Their Say on What Constitutes Enhanced Competition

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Further, approval of the CN-KCS proposed voting trust is the essential next step for shippers and others to have their say during the Boards consideration of what constitutes enhanced competition during its review of the merits of the combination.

Key Points: 
  • Further, approval of the CN-KCS proposed voting trust is the essential next step for shippers and others to have their say during the Boards consideration of what constitutes enhanced competition during its review of the merits of the combination.
  • Without approval of the CN-KCS voting trust creating a level playing field with CPs voting trust, shippers will not be able to discuss what constitutes enhanced competition or realize the benefits of this proposed, new, pro-competitive, single line rail-to-rail competition combination.
  • Importantly, 967 of the persons who filed letters specifically request that the STB approve the proposed voting trust agreement.
  • Approval of our voting trust allows that discussion with the Board and shippers to proceed.

Approval of CN-KCS Voting Trust Is Essential Next Step for Shippers and Others to Have Their Say on What Constitutes Enhanced Competition

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Further, approval of the CN-KCS proposed voting trust is the essential next step for shippers and others to have their say during the Boards consideration of what constitutes enhanced competition during its review of the merits of the combination.

Key Points: 
  • Further, approval of the CN-KCS proposed voting trust is the essential next step for shippers and others to have their say during the Boards consideration of what constitutes enhanced competition during its review of the merits of the combination.
  • Without approval of the CN-KCS voting trust creating a level playing field with CPs voting trust, shippers will not be able to discuss what constitutes enhanced competition or realize the benefits of this proposed, new, pro-competitive, single line rail-to-rail competition combination.
  • Importantly, 967 of the persons who filed letters specifically request that the STB approve the proposed voting trust agreement.
  • Approval of our voting trust allows that discussion with the Board and shippers to proceed.

Experiences Canada Hosts Pand-Epic Year End Celebration and Award Ceremony for Youth Across Canada

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

"We wanted to find a way to address the two key impacts of the pandemic: boredom, and the feeling of isolation."

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  • "We wanted to find a way to address the two key impacts of the pandemic: boredom, and the feeling of isolation."
  • For an organization known exclusively for offering in person exchanges and travel experience, this was not an easy shift.
  • TheChoir is made up of 25 youth aged 11-17 from across Canada who all share a passion for singing.
  • During the event, pieces from the gallery will be highlighted and the Gallery Award winners will be announced.

Lost Your Dating Confidence During Lockdown? Experts Say Break Up with the Rom-Coms, Sweats & Chips and Change Your Approach to Attract Your Partner

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

"This free online event aims to help singles quickly get fit emotionally, mentally and physically so they can be more confident and attract the love they deserve."

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  • "This free online event aims to help singles quickly get fit emotionally, mentally and physically so they can be more confident and attract the love they deserve."
  • "When I stopped playing it safe online, I stopped attracting cubs looking for cougars and attracted my husband the next day."
  • The free LOVE AFTER LOCKDOWN: BOOST YOUR DATING CONFIDENCE & ATTRACT YOUR PARTNER event takes place July 13, 2021, 11 a.m. to noon on Zoom.
  • How to boost your dating confidence by tapping into your powerful inner alter-ego and flying your freak flag.

Happy Money Doubles Down on Distributed-First as the Future of Work

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

From the onset of the pandemic, Happy Money leadership listened intently to employees as it began redesigning their post-pandemic work model.

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  • From the onset of the pandemic, Happy Money leadership listened intently to employees as it began redesigning their post-pandemic work model.
  • "As we considered the future of work for Happy Money, distributed-first was a no-brainer.
  • "The world has changed, and Happy Money is leading the way for the workplace of the future.
  • Happy Money is reframing people's relationship with money toward a new end goal of happiness.

'Since Your Life Story Would Make the Most Amazing Headline, What Would it Say?' - Two Special Brothers, a Reformed Ex-L.A. Gang Member and a Paralympic Purple-Heart Recipient, Continue to Remind Everyone That 'We Are All One Story'

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Monday, June 21, 2021

WAAOS is currently amassing an expanding library of uniquely heartfelt tales told by people from all walks of life.

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  • WAAOS is currently amassing an expanding library of uniquely heartfelt tales told by people from all walks of life.
  • "Well, for example, when you see my brother, when you see his scars from war, you physically know that he's been through some trauma.
  • Anxiety or depression or lost hopes and dreams: all that other life-stuff that rattles around in all our heads.
  • Having found that wisdom again, the brothers set out on a mission to help others remember the same truth: Each story is worth telling.

How Much to Quit Facebook? 40% Would Rather Give Up Cars, TV, Pets

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Monday, June 21, 2021

Another 40 percent said they would choose to keep their social media accounts over their cars, TVs and even their pets.

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  • Another 40 percent said they would choose to keep their social media accounts over their cars, TVs and even their pets.
  • The survey asked more than 1,000 social media users about their usage, their mental health, and other questions about how social media impacts their lives.
  • Specifically, participants were asked whether they thought their social media use intensified any of the following feelings or conditions: anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, loneliness, or low self-esteem.
  • The survey also asked participants to assess their critical thinking skills and about their support for teaching critical thinking in schools.