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Pacific Coast Oil Trust Announces There Will Be No February Cash Distribution

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

The net profits deficit must be recouped from proceeds otherwise payable to the Trust from the Net Profits Interests.

Key Points: 
  • The net profits deficit must be recouped from proceeds otherwise payable to the Trust from the Net Profits Interests.
  • Pacific Coast Oil Trust is a Delaware statutory trust formed by PCEC to own interests in certain oil and gas properties in the Santa Maria Basin and the Los Angeles Basin in California (the “Underlying Properties”).
  • Any anticipated distribution is based, in part, on the amount of cash received or expected to be received by the Trust from PCEC with respect to the relevant period.
  • Any differences in actual cash receipts by the Trust could affect this distributable amount.

Alwaleed Philanthropies Launches Atlai, An Innovative AI Platform to Support Global Efforts to Combat Deforestation

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

The platform is designed to document and raise awareness on deforestation activities wherever they are occurring.

Key Points: 
  • The platform is designed to document and raise awareness on deforestation activities wherever they are occurring.
  • It aggregates historical data on deforestation by country, offering on-demand, easy-to-digest reports in seven languages including English, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Hindi, Italian, and Arabic.
  • Deforestation is estimated to contribute up to 20% of annual global greenhouse gas emissions1.
  • However, deforestation increased by 4% worldwide in 2022,2 with the world now 21% off-track on its goal of ending deforestation by 2030.

PropTech Innovator VeriFast: Data Analytics Essential to Colorblind Mortgage Process

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Monday, February 19, 2024

VeriFast , the AI-powered Verification-as-a-Service platform that automates financial analysis and decision making for tenant screening, mortgage underwriting, and other verticals, responded today to the upcoming Senate investigation into the discrimination by mortgage lenders.

Key Points: 
  • VeriFast , the AI-powered Verification-as-a-Service platform that automates financial analysis and decision making for tenant screening, mortgage underwriting, and other verticals, responded today to the upcoming Senate investigation into the discrimination by mortgage lenders.
  • In 2022, Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) rejected more than half of conventional mortgage applications from African Americans.
  • “The statistics are disturbing, but are unfortunately inevitable when lenders base decisions on incomplete models that often include errors and incorporate structural racism .
  • This isn't just a mortgage problem but also a rental applicant screening problem.

Procedural advice on the accelerated assessment of marketing authorisation applications pursuant to Article 44 (3) of Regulation (EU) No 2019/6

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Sunday, March 10, 2024

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Key Points: 
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      Committee for Veterinary Medicinal Products (CVMP)

      Procedural advice on the accelerated assessment of
      marketing authorisation applications pursuant to Article
      44 (3) of Regulation (EU) No 2019/6

      Table of contents
      1.

    • Accelerated assessment of the marketing authorisation application ....... 5
      6.1.
    • It only applies to marketing authorisation applications and does not cover any postauthorisation procedure.
    • The document replaces the ?Guideline on the procedure for accelerated
      assessment pursuant to Article 39(8) of Regulation (EC) No 726/2004' (EMEA/CVMP/32995/2006).
    • General considerations
      The accelerated assessment procedure is applicable to marketing authorisation applications for
      veterinary medicinal products falling within the scope of Article 44(3) of Regulation (EU) 2019/6.
    • An accelerated assessment request has to be agreed by the CVMP before submission of
      a marketing authorisation application as it introduces changes in the operation of the CVMP and
      procedure timelines.
    • A
      decision on accelerated assessment will be taken without prejudice to the (future) CVMP opinion
      (positive or negative) on the granting of a marketing authorisation.
    • It forms the basis for requesting an accelerated assessment and should be
      followed unless otherwise justified.
    • Procedural advice on the accelerated assessment of marketing authorisation
      applications pursuant to Article 44 (3) of Regulation (EU) No 2019/6
      EMA/CVMP/32995/2006 ? Rev.2

      Page 3/8

      5.3.

    • Request for an accelerated assessment procedure
      The formal request for an accelerated assessment should be submitted approximately 3-2 months prior
      to the actual submission of the marketing authorisation application.
    • Applicants are also reminded that evaluation under accelerated assessment is subject to
      the same evidence requirements for marketing authorisation as an evaluation under standard
      timetable.
    • Procedural advice on the accelerated assessment of marketing authorisation
      applications pursuant to Article 44 (3) of Regulation (EU) No 2019/6
      EMA/CVMP/32995/2006 ? Rev.2

      Page 5/8

      6.2.

    • ** The timing of the documents should be at least 11 working days in advance of the CVMP plenary meeting

      Procedural advice on the accelerated assessment of marketing authorisation
      applications pursuant to Article 44 (3) of Regulation (EU) No 2019/6
      EMA/CVMP/32995/2006 ? Rev.2

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      7.2.

    • Procedural advice on the accelerated assessment of marketing authorisation
      applications pursuant to Article 44 (3) of Regulation (EU) No 2019/6
      EMA/CVMP/32995/2006 ? Rev.2

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TAAF Survey Reveals 1 out of every 5 NYC Asian Americans has been physically assaulted because of their race in the last 12 months; 54% who experienced a hate incident did not report it to anyone

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

New survey findings from TAAF state that 1 in 5 Asian American NY'ers has been physically assaulted in the last 12 months.

Key Points: 
  • New survey findings from TAAF state that 1 in 5 Asian American NY'ers has been physically assaulted in the last 12 months.
  • Furthermore, 54% of those who experienced a hate incident did not report the experience to anyone.
  • Asian Americans residing in New York are experiencing violence at an alarming rate, and are reluctant or unable to report harm.
  • "The anti-Asian hate rhetoric and violence that targeted the AAPI community in 2020 has not stopped," says Norman Chen, CEO of TAAF.

Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP and Saxena White P.A. Announce Pendency of Class Action And Proposed Settlement For All Persons And Entities Who Purchased or Otherwise Acquired the Common Stock of James River Group Holdings, Ltd., During the Per

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Monday, March 4, 2024

YOUR RIGHTS WILL BE AFFECTED BY A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT PENDING IN THIS COURT.

Key Points: 
  • YOUR RIGHTS WILL BE AFFECTED BY A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT PENDING IN THIS COURT.
  • If approved, the Settlement will resolve all claims in the Action.
  • The Action involves allegations that James River and certain of its senior officers violated federal securities laws.
  • All questions about this notice, the proposed Settlement, or your eligibility to participate in the Settlement should be directed to the Claims Administrator or Lead Counsel.

Mark Watkins Enhances His Celebrated Saxophone Quartet with "FOUR + Six," to Be Released March 29 on Jazz Hang Records

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

RICHMOND, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark Watkins envelops his long-running saxophone quartet in lush, billowing textures on "FOUR + Six," the band's deliriously tuneful sixth album, set for a March 29 release on Jazz Hang Records. Watkins augments the core quartet of himself (soprano and tenor saxes), Sandon Mayhew (tenor sax), Ray Smith (alto sax), and Jon Gudmundson (baritone sax) with Corey Christiansen (guitar); a three-piece rhythm section of Justin Nielsen (piano), Braun Khan (bass), and Kobie Watkins (no relation, drums); and the esteemed Gardner brothers, Derrick (trumpet) and Vincent (trombone).

Key Points: 
  • RICHMOND, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark Watkins envelops his long-running saxophone quartet in lush, billowing textures on "FOUR + Six," the band's deliriously tuneful sixth album, set for a March 29 release on Jazz Hang Records.
  • I love composing for a cappella saxophone quartet but have often been intrigued by the possibility of including a trumpet, a trombone, and a rhythm section in my compositions.
  • These instruments add color and variety to the quartet without creating the weight of a big band.
  • But when a colleague suggested that they investigate some jazz tunes, the Hard-Bop Saxophone Quartet was born.

Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Announces Pendency of Class Action and Proposed Settlement Involving Becton, Dickinson and Company Common Stock and Options

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

If approved by the Court, the Settlement will resolve all claims in the Action.

Key Points: 
  • If approved by the Court, the Settlement will resolve all claims in the Action.
  • If you are a member of the Class, your rights will be affected by the pending Action and the Settlement, and you may be entitled to share in the Settlement Fund.
  • You may obtain a copy of the Notice, along with the Claim Form, on the website for the Settlement, www.BectonSecuritiesSettlement.com .
  • All questions about this notice, the Settlement, or your eligibility to participate in the Settlement should be directed to Class Counsel or the Claims Administrator.

Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP Announce Pendency of Class Action and Proposed Settlement to All Persons and Entities that Purchased or Otherwise Acquired the Publicly Traded Common Stock, Units, and/or Warrants of XL Fleet Corp. ("XL Fleet"), or Pivotal Inve

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Monday, February 26, 2024

YOUR RIGHTS MAY BE AFFECTED BY A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT PENDING IN THIS COURT.

Key Points: 
  • YOUR RIGHTS MAY BE AFFECTED BY A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT PENDING IN THIS COURT.
  • YOU ARE ALSO NOTIFIED that Lead Plaintiffs in the Action have reached a proposed settlement of the Action for $19,500,000 in cash (the "Settlement"), that, if approved, will resolve all claims in the Action.
  • All questions about this notice, the proposed Settlement, or your eligibility to participate in the Settlement should be directed to Lead Counsel or the Claims Administrator.
  • Inquiries, other than requests for the Notice and Claim Form, should be made to Lead Counsel:

New Survey Reveals that Almost 80 per cent of Women Face Ageism in the Workplace

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Monday, February 26, 2024

The survey explores the nuances of ageism and its impact on women in the workplace.

Key Points: 
  • The survey explores the nuances of ageism and its impact on women in the workplace.
  • More than 80 per cent (80.7 per cent) have witnessed women in the workplace being treated differently because of their age.
  • Survey participants expressed the belief that age is often inappropriately correlated with perceived performance and success, a bias that disproportionately affects women.
  • The survey, Exploring the Impact of Ageism on Women in the Workplace, demonstrates that age-based discrimination is an issue impacting women in the workplace across countries, organizations, industries, and sectors.