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NVIDIA Announces Earth Climate Digital Twin

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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SAN JOSE, Calif., March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GTC -- To accelerate efforts to combat the $140 billion in economic losses due to extreme weather brought on by climate change, NVIDIA today announced its Earth-2 climate digital twin cloud platform for simulating and visualizing weather and climate at unprecedented scale.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GTC -- To accelerate efforts to combat the $140 billion in economic losses due to extreme weather brought on by climate change, NVIDIA today announced its Earth-2 climate digital twin cloud platform for simulating and visualizing weather and climate at unprecedented scale.
  • “Climate disasters are now normal — historic droughts, catastrophic hurricanes and generational floods appear in the news with alarming frequency,” said Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA.
  • It also includes GPU acceleration of numerical weather prediction models like ICON on the latest NVIDIA Grace Hopper™ systems.
  • Running on NVIDIA DGX GH200, HGX™ H100 and OVX™ supercomputers, Earth-2 may provide a path to simulate and visualize the global climate simulations at unprecedented speed and scale.

Over 8000 AT&T and DIRECTV Workers Seek Contract Resolution by Mid-Night Saturday - Launch TreatLilyFairly.com to highlight issues before the expiration deadline.

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After four years of hard work and service to AT&T and DirectTV, the contract of 8119 members of CWA-District 9 across California and Nevada will expire Saturday at midnight.

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  • Both companies have enjoyed record profits while relying on these workers to provide timely, reliable service and quality customer care.
  • "If we can't reach an agreement by midnight Saturday, we will be forced to take additional actions against these companies."
  • CWA is asking AT&T and DIRECTV to:
    Provide job security for employees by signing a new collective bargaining agreement.
  • AT&T and DirecTV need to provide their workers with a fair contract now!

16,000 CWA-IBT AMERICAN AIRLINES MEMBERS RATIFY AGREEMENT

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Monday, January 8, 2024
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DALLAS, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Passenger service workers at American Airlines, jointly represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA)-International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) Association, have voted by a three-to-one margin to ratify a groundbreaking, five-year agreement.

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  • DALLAS, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Passenger service workers at American Airlines, jointly represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA)-International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) Association, have voted by a three-to-one margin to ratify a groundbreaking, five-year agreement.
  • "We are excited to announce the ratification of this agreement for passenger service workers at American Airlines, many of whom risked their health and safety to serve the flying public and aided the airline's economic recovery along the way," said Richard Honeycutt, Vice President of CWA District 3 and Chair of CWA's Passenger Service Airline Council.
  • "Throughout this process, CWA-IBT American Airlines passenger service workers played a key role in winning some of the hard-fought gains in the contract, with many members organizing multiple informational picket lines at airports throughout the country."
  • "American Airlines has been reporting record revenue each quarter, and this contract guarantees that the carrier shares prosperity with people who are responsible for it."

Ammori Equity Partners Enters the Car Wash Space Acquisition of 19 Zax Car Wash Locations

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
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DETROIT, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Car Wash Advisory, LLC ("CWA"), a leading investment banking firm exclusively focused on advising privately-owned car wash businesses, is pleased to announce the successful sale of 19 Zax Auto Wash ("Zax") locations to Michigan Wash Co., which was formed by Ammori Equity Partners ("AEP").

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  • DETROIT, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Car Wash Advisory, LLC ("CWA"), a leading investment banking firm exclusively focused on advising privately-owned car wash businesses, is pleased to announce the successful sale of 19 Zax Auto Wash ("Zax") locations to Michigan Wash Co., which was formed by Ammori Equity Partners ("AEP").
  • Zax Auto Wash is a historical car wash brand, located in Metro Detroit, Michigan, featured on the Top 100 Car Wash Companies in the U.S.
    AEP sees this acquisition as an opportunity to leverage their core competencies that have led to over 30 years of success in customer service businesses.
  • AEP is committed to leveraging technology and people to enhance the customer experience to build a powerhouse in the car wash industry.
  • "With the acquisition of Zax Auto Wash, we are embracing the future of the car washing business while focusing on customer service and delivering quality washes at affordable prices.

Perpetua Resources Progressing Towards Next Phase

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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2023 Milestones Further Strengthen Project's Strategic Value to U.S. Critical Mineral Development

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  • 2023 Milestones Further Strengthen Project's Strategic Value to U.S. Critical Mineral Development
    BOISE, Idaho, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Perpetua Resources Corp. (Nasdaq: PPTA) (TSX: PPTA) ("Perpetua Resources" or "Perpetua" or the "Company") announced today that the Company is making progress as it continues to advance the Stibnite Gold Project ("Stibnite Gold Project" or "Project") through the regulatory process and toward a construction decision.
  • As Perpetua prepares for the next phase, the appointment of Andrew Cole to the Board of Directors enhances Perpetua's operational expertise and further strengthens its deep bench of experienced leaders.
  • Perpetua Resources is focused on advancing the permitting for the Stibnite Gold Project through the National Environmental Policy Act ("NEPA") process and construction readiness for the Project.
  • "Perpetua Resources accomplished several significant milestones in 2023 as we progress towards the next phase for the Stibnite Gold Project," said Laurel Sayer, President and CEO of Perpetua Resources.

AFL-CIO and Microsoft announce new tech-labor partnership on AI and the future of the workforce

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) and Microsoft Corp. on Monday announced the formation of a new partnership to create an open dialogue to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) must anticipate the needs of workers and include their voices in its development and implementation. This partnership is the first of its kind between a labor organization and a technology company to focus on AI and will deliver on three goals: (1) sharing in-depth information with labor leaders and workers on AI technology trends; (2) incorporating worker perspectives and expertise in the development of AI technology; and (3) helping shape public policy that supports the technology skills and needs of frontline workers.

Key Points: 
  • "This partnership reflects a recognition of the critical role workers play in the development, deployment and regulation of AI and related technologies," said AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler.
  • "The labor movement looks forward to partnering with Microsoft to expand workers' role in the creation of worker-centered design, workforce training and trustworthy AI practices.
  • "By working directly with labor leaders, we can help ensure that AI serves the country's workers," said Brad Smith, vice chair and president of Microsoft.
  • That's why Microsoft and the AFL-CIO have created this labor-tech partnership — to ensure workers have a voice in the process and that their needs are understood.

Citizen Watch America Celebrates Opening of Fifth Avenue CITIZEN FLAGSHIP STORE NEW YORK

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Citizen Watch America (CWA), a leader in accessible luxury timepieces, marked the official opening of the group's first-ever U.S.-based multi-brand flagship store yesterday evening. CITIZEN FLAGSHIP STORE NEW YORK, situated within one of Manhattan's premiere shopping destinations at 605 Fifth Avenue, steps from Rockefeller Center, is a new retail concept inviting customers to shop the full range of timepiece offerings across the group's portfolio of brands that includes Citizen, Bulova, Accutron, Frederique Constant, and Alpina.

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  • The premiere retail destination offers an immersive shopping experience with Accutron, Alpina, Bulova, Citizen, and Frederique Constant brands
    NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Citizen Watch America (CWA), a leader in accessible luxury timepieces, marked the official opening of the group's first-ever U.S.-based multi-brand flagship store yesterday evening.
  • A seamless 20ft-long branded wall showcasing the company's rich legacy in watchmaking leads you through the flagship toward dedicated shop-in-shop destinations for each brand.
  • "We are proud to join the ever-growing Fifth Avenue shopping district and introduce Citizen Watch America group brands through an innovative and immersive experience," says Jeffrey Cohen, President of Citizen Watch America.
  • A premiere collection sought after by watch enthusiasts worldwide, The CITIZEN will be available in the NYC flagship location.

CWA-IBT Association Reaches Agreement with American Airlines

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Communications Workers of America (CWA)-International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) Association has reached a tentative agreement with American Airlines on a new five-year contract covering approximately 16,000 passenger service agents.

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  • FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Communications Workers of America (CWA)-International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) Association has reached a tentative agreement with American Airlines on a new five-year contract covering approximately 16,000 passenger service agents.
  • The tentative agreement guarantees industry-leading wage increases and job security for members, many of whom have not received pay raises in four years despite working for one of the largest U.S. airlines.
  • The protections and standards proposed in this agreement are an embodiment of their determination and solidarity."
  • Details of the agreement will be distributed to CWA-IBT members and a contract ratification vote will be scheduled at a later date.

United States Environmental Clean Up & Remediation Report 2023

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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DUBLIN, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "United States Environmental Clean Up & Remediation Market Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "United States Environmental Clean Up & Remediation Market Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The United States Environmental Clean Up & Remediation Market is projected to reach a value of $33.02 billion by 2028 from $21.87 billion in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 7.1%
    The removal of pollutants or contamination from water and soil is known as environmental Clean Up and remediation.
  • Thus, the market for environmental Clean Up and remediation in the United States is significantly influenced by the rising pollution caused by the industrial sector.
  • Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the United States Environmental Clean Up & Remediation Market.

Troutman Pepper Expands Environmental & Natural Resources Practice Group With Partner Addition in Washington, D.C.

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- James Beers, an environmental attorney with extensive litigation experience and significant expertise on Clean Air Act issues, has joined Troutman Pepper's Environmental + Natural Resources practice as a partner. He joins the firm's Washington, D.C. office in a move from Preti Flaherty.

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  • Beers brings a wealth of experience in environmental law, particularly in high-stakes environmental litigation, strategic regulatory counseling, permitting, and remediation.
  • Prior to joining Preti Flaherty, Beers served with distinction in the Environmental Enforcement Section of the U.S. Department of Justice for over 13 years.
  • We are excited to collaborate with him on ongoing client matters, and to work with him to grow our client roster," said Andrea Wortzel, Environmental + Natural Resources practice leader.
  • Troutman Pepper's nationally recognized Environmental + Natural Resources practice helps clients navigate critical environmental issues in the context of complex litigation, compliance, enforcement, and transactional matters.