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Luxurious New Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa to Welcome Guests this Spring

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Six Flags Great Adventure Resort is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa, welcoming guests beginning June 14.

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  • Six Flags Great Adventure Resort is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa, welcoming guests beginning June 14.
  • Key Features of the Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa:
    Luxurious accommodations: The resort offers 20 glamping suites that vary in size, sleeping two to six guests.
  • “We are excited to welcome guests this spring to the Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa, where opulence meets the open savannah in the heart of New Jersey,” said Park President Brian Bacica.
  • Whether you seek relaxation, a family adventure, or a romantic getaway, Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa promises to exceed your expectations.”
    Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa is part of one of the largest investments at Six Flags Great Adventure Resort in nearly two decades.

Flash Protocol Announces Integration of Portal Swaps to Make Native Bitcoin Assets Accessible Across Chains

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Flash Protocol, the premier platform for minting, trading and earning Bitcoin native assets, today announced a new integration with Portal, the first trust-minimized, cross-chain swaps that involve no bridges, custody or wrapping. Flash Protocol's native Bitcoin assets will be available on the Portal DEX Network, while the Portal Swap SDK will be integrated into Flash Protocol to allow users one-click, cross-chain trading of assets.

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  • Enabling one-click, cross-chain trading of assets, Flash Protocol's native Bitcoin assets will be available on the Portal DEX Network, while the Portal Swap SDK will be integrated into Flash Protocol.
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Flash Protocol , the premier platform for minting, trading and earning Bitcoin native assets, today announced a new integration with Portal , the first trust-minimized, cross-chain swaps that involve no bridges, custody or wrapping.
  • Flash Protocol's native Bitcoin assets will be available on the Portal DEX Network, while the Portal Swap SDK will be integrated into Flash Protocol to allow users one-click, cross-chain trading of assets.
  • Through its integration with Portal, Flash Protocol's native token $FLASH will be supported by the Portal DEX Network.

Federal Alliance for Safe Homes Names Mike Buresh 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year

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Friday, February 2, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Inc. (FLASH) named Mike Buresh, Chief Meteorologist, Action News JAX - WJAX, WFOX as the 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year (NWP). This annual accolade acknowledges weather professionals who exhibit exemplary leadership in advocating for disaster safety and resilience.

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  • TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes , Inc. (FLASH) named Mike Buresh, Chief Meteorologist, Action News JAX - WJAX, WFOX as the 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year (NWP).
  • The 2024 winner describes himself as not just a weather expert but a "weatherholic" whose lifelong passion for meteorology began in his early years in rural Iowa.
  • His career highlights include providing accurate warnings and tracking information for weather events, including tornadoes, waterspouts, floods, and local tropical cyclones.
  • We congratulate Mike and all of our outstanding 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year finalists who serve the public with unwavering excellence every day, especially during hurricane season."

THERYQ and Gustave Roussy have been selected as part of the "i-Démo" France 2030 call for projects, operated on behalf of the French government by Bpifrance, for the "FLASHDEEP" project, for an amount of 38 million euros

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Friday, February 2, 2024

FLASHDEEP will be the world's first FLASH radiotherapy device using very high-energy electrons (VHEE; > 100 MeV).

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  • FLASHDEEP will be the world's first FLASH radiotherapy device using very high-energy electrons (VHEE; > 100 MeV).
  • The particle acceleration technology developed by THERYQ stems from research initiated by the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) and the University Hospital of Lausanne (CHUV).
  • The first clinical FLASHDEEP device will be installed in France, at Gustave Roussy, late 2026, to conduct clinical trials with eligible patients.
  • Ultimately, it will lead to the revival of a French radiotherapy industrial sector, a field that has been neglected since the late 1980s.

2024 National Disaster Resilience Conference: Resilience Reimagined Opens Call for Presentations

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Monday, January 8, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) invites experts to submit presentations for consideration by the National Disaster Resilience Conference (NDRC24) committee. Set to take place from November 20 to 22, 2024, in Clearwater Beach, Florida, the conference seeks to explore innovative approaches and programs that drive advancements in resilience policy, practice, science, and engineering.

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  • TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) invites experts to submit presentations for consideration by the National Disaster Resilience Conference (NDRC24) committee.
  • NDRC24 serves as a platform for industry leaders to share insights that will shape the future of disaster safety.
  • Stories of Resilience: Showcasing the cause of disaster safety through human resilience and recovery in real-life case studies.
  • For more information or to submit an abstract, visit the National Disaster Resilience Conference website or email [email protected] .

Hitachi High-Tech Launches Dark Field Wafer Defect Inspection System DI4600 to Provide High Throughput and High-Precision Defect Detection on Patterned Wafers

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

TOKYO, Dec 6, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Hitachi High-Tech Corporation announced today the launch of the Hitachi Dark Field Wafer Defect Inspection System DI4600 - a new tool for inspecting particles and defects on patterned wafer in semiconductor production lines.

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  • TOKYO, Dec 6, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Hitachi High-Tech Corporation announced today the launch of the Hitachi Dark Field Wafer Defect Inspection System DI4600 - a new tool for inspecting particles and defects on patterned wafer in semiconductor production lines.
  • DI4600 offers improved detection capabilities due to the addition of a dedicated server that offers significantly enhanced data processing power required for the detection of particles and defects.
  • Compared to the previous model, system's throughput has also been improved by approximately 20% through reduced wafer transfer time and improved operations during wafer inspection.
  • (2) DR-SEM (Defect Review-Scanning Electron Microscope): An equipment designed to perform high-quality imaging of the defects on fine semiconductor circuit patterns formed on wafers.

2024 National Weatherperson of the Year Finalists Named by Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH)

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Monday, December 18, 2023

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) revealed the names of the five finalists for the 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year award. This annual accolade acknowledges exceptional weather professionals who exhibit exemplary leadership in advocating for disaster safety and resilience.

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  • TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) revealed the names of the five finalists for the 2024 National Weatherperson of the Year award.
  • This annual accolade acknowledges exceptional weather professionals who exhibit exemplary leadership in advocating for disaster safety and resilience.
  • "Each nominee has exhibited an unparalleled commitment to safeguarding the communities they serve and mitigating the impact of natural disasters.
  • The 2024 winner will be announced on Friday, February 2, 2024.

Siteman Cancer Center Begins Treatment with Latest Mevion Proton Therapy System

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Mevion Medical Systems announced today that the world’s first single-room proton therapy system has completed the upgrade to the latest MEVION S250i Proton Therapy System® with FLASH* capabilities, and has begun treating patients in November at the S. Lee Kling Proton Therapy Center at Siteman Cancer Center, Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO.

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  • Mevion Medical Systems announced today that the world’s first single-room proton therapy system has completed the upgrade to the latest MEVION S250i Proton Therapy System® with FLASH* capabilities, and has begun treating patients in November at the S. Lee Kling Proton Therapy Center at Siteman Cancer Center, Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231116635095/en/
    The MEVION S250i Proton Therapy System (Photo: Business Wire)
    Siteman Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center that draws patients from Missouri, Southern Illinois and beyond.
  • “Our team also looks forward to advancing FLASH dosimetry research.”
    This latest system incorporates Mevion's cutting-edge HYPERSCAN® Pencil Beam Scanning for Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy (IMPT) with a proton MLC, along with an advanced 3D imaging system for high-precision Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) and adaptive therapy.
  • These latest capabilities are the result of a collaborative effort between Mevion and Siteman Cancer Center, initiated in 2019.

Improving cancer treatments - A discovery by François Légaré's team could lead to a more effective use of radiation therapy in oncology.

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

While research in this field may seem rather abstract at first glance, it very often leads to concrete applications.

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  • While research in this field may seem rather abstract at first glance, it very often leads to concrete applications.
  • This work is the result of a collaboration with medical physicists at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC).
  • The research team was able to demonstrate that electrons accelerated in ambient air can reach energies in the MeV (megaelectronvolts) range, i.e.
  • A prime example is FLASH radiotherapy, a novel approach to treating tumours that are resistant to conventional radiation therapy.

FEMA, San Diego County Office of Emergency Services, and the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) to present Free Earthquake Preparedness Workshop for Businesses and Organizations

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to enhance earthquake preparedness and resilience among businesses and organizations, FEMA, San Diego County Office of Emergency Services, and the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) are pleased to announce registration is open for the free QuakeSmart Preparedness Workshop.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to enhance earthquake preparedness and resilience among businesses and organizations, FEMA, San Diego County Office of Emergency Services, and the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) are pleased to announce registration is open for the free QuakeSmart Preparedness Workshop .
  • The workshop is tailored for building officials, businesses, corporations, engineers, emergency managers, home builders, manufacturers, nonprofits, organizations, policymakers, public officials, risk managers, and small businesses.
  • "This workshop underscores our collective commitment to safeguarding businesses and organizations in San Diego", said Jeff Toney, Director of the County of San Diego's Office of Emergency Services.
  • "QuakeSmart promises to deliver information, tools, and networking opportunities that will enhance the earthquake preparedness of our local business community.