LAS VEGAS (AP) — Law enforcement authorities say a 16-year-old student has been arrested for threatening to shoot up a high school in Las Vegas. Clark County School District Police on Thursday said the male student was arrested Wednesday on a charge of making a terroristic threat. Capt. Ken Young says the student phoned the […]
Reported by Seattle Times 11 hours ago.
Teen arrested in shooting threat against Las Vegas school
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Pillo Health and Orbita Partner to Deliver Engaging Voice-first Experiences via a First-of-its-kind Digital Care Management Platform for the Home
Debuting at HIMSS, the Pillo care management platform offers a patient-friendly interface for health organizations to engage with patients and deliver quality care directly in the home
BOSTON (PRWEB) February 23, 2018
Pillo Health announced today that it is partnering with Orbita to create and manage powerful interfaces for the company’s care management platform and Pillo device, a first-of-its-kind in-home companion robot dedicated to healthcare. Pillo sits at the center of the company’s care management platform and uses AI algorithms to proactively engage with patients, improve therapy adherence, and deliver personalized care for adults living with chronic conditions, allowing them to healthier and more independent lives.
Leveraging the power of voice experiences, artificial intelligence and data analytics, Pillo assists users with complex therapy regimens, encourages adherence to provider-directed care plans, enables connectivity to care teams, and captures valuable health data from inside the home. Healthcare organizations and caregivers who deliver and manage care in the home use Pillo to reduce costs associated with improving personal and population health outcomes.
The Pillo companion robot will make “its” debut on the HIMSS 2018 exhibit floor at the Pillo Health Booth #10232 in Las Vegas, March 6-9. Orbita will showcase its technology in the Connected Experience Area, Booth #8700-13.
“The Pillo companion device is unlike any other in-home care management product. Pillo serves as a 24 x 7 in-home extension of the care team to accompany a patient at every point on their care journey,” said Emanuele Musini, Pillo Health CEO. “Combining voice-first technology with algorithms and architecture dedicated to healthcare is critical to optimizing the power of Pillo as an intelligent in-home care assistant. Hands-down, Orbita has emerged as healthcare’s leading voice platform provider and we’re thrilled to work with their team of experts to deliver on our joint vision of improved healthcare delivery.”
Orbita President Nathan Treloar said, “Pillo holds great potential as a highly robust entrant in the world of artificially intelligent in-home digital assistants. We’re seeing rapid advances in voice, AI and analytics to bring healthcare to a whole new level. We appreciate the opportunity to work with Pillo Health, a company that truly understands and is seizing new technologies to help people live healthier and more independent lives.”
Request a HIMSS briefing with PIllo by contacting Beth Strohbusch, beth@orbita.ai
About the Pillo Health Platform and the Pillo Device
Pillo Health offers an in-home digital care management platform that provides personalized care for or adults with chronic conditions seeking to live healthier, more independent lives. Pillo is an interactive and engaging companion robot that stores and dispenses medication, shares patient education, guides users to follow provider-directed care plans, and connects patients to care teams and caregivers. It captures data from the home and generates actionable insights for providers of care. http://www.pillohealth.com
About Orbita
Orbita powers next-generation voice assistant and AI solutions for healthcare that improve the effectiveness and efficiency of remote patient monitoring, clinical education, care coordination, and research. Organizations across the healthcare industry use Orbita’s platform to quickly design, build, and manage voice-first and conversational healthcare applications for smart voice assistants (like Amazon Echo and Google Home) and custom devices as well as web- and mobile-based chat bots. http://www.orbita.ai Reported by PRWeb 10 hours ago.
BOSTON (PRWEB) February 23, 2018
Pillo Health announced today that it is partnering with Orbita to create and manage powerful interfaces for the company’s care management platform and Pillo device, a first-of-its-kind in-home companion robot dedicated to healthcare. Pillo sits at the center of the company’s care management platform and uses AI algorithms to proactively engage with patients, improve therapy adherence, and deliver personalized care for adults living with chronic conditions, allowing them to healthier and more independent lives.
Leveraging the power of voice experiences, artificial intelligence and data analytics, Pillo assists users with complex therapy regimens, encourages adherence to provider-directed care plans, enables connectivity to care teams, and captures valuable health data from inside the home. Healthcare organizations and caregivers who deliver and manage care in the home use Pillo to reduce costs associated with improving personal and population health outcomes.
The Pillo companion robot will make “its” debut on the HIMSS 2018 exhibit floor at the Pillo Health Booth #10232 in Las Vegas, March 6-9. Orbita will showcase its technology in the Connected Experience Area, Booth #8700-13.
“The Pillo companion device is unlike any other in-home care management product. Pillo serves as a 24 x 7 in-home extension of the care team to accompany a patient at every point on their care journey,” said Emanuele Musini, Pillo Health CEO. “Combining voice-first technology with algorithms and architecture dedicated to healthcare is critical to optimizing the power of Pillo as an intelligent in-home care assistant. Hands-down, Orbita has emerged as healthcare’s leading voice platform provider and we’re thrilled to work with their team of experts to deliver on our joint vision of improved healthcare delivery.”
Orbita President Nathan Treloar said, “Pillo holds great potential as a highly robust entrant in the world of artificially intelligent in-home digital assistants. We’re seeing rapid advances in voice, AI and analytics to bring healthcare to a whole new level. We appreciate the opportunity to work with Pillo Health, a company that truly understands and is seizing new technologies to help people live healthier and more independent lives.”
Request a HIMSS briefing with PIllo by contacting Beth Strohbusch, beth@orbita.ai
About the Pillo Health Platform and the Pillo Device
Pillo Health offers an in-home digital care management platform that provides personalized care for or adults with chronic conditions seeking to live healthier, more independent lives. Pillo is an interactive and engaging companion robot that stores and dispenses medication, shares patient education, guides users to follow provider-directed care plans, and connects patients to care teams and caregivers. It captures data from the home and generates actionable insights for providers of care. http://www.pillohealth.com
About Orbita
Orbita powers next-generation voice assistant and AI solutions for healthcare that improve the effectiveness and efficiency of remote patient monitoring, clinical education, care coordination, and research. Organizations across the healthcare industry use Orbita’s platform to quickly design, build, and manage voice-first and conversational healthcare applications for smart voice assistants (like Amazon Echo and Google Home) and custom devices as well as web- and mobile-based chat bots. http://www.orbita.ai Reported by PRWeb 10 hours ago.
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Vegas man accused of using bitcoin to launder drug money
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A 30-year-old Las Vegas man accused of trading the digital currency bitcoin to launder drug money has pleaded not guilty to federal charges in San Diego. Records show that Morgan Rockcoons was ordered held Thursday by U.S. Magistrate Judge Jan Adler in San Diego pending a March 6 detention hearing on […]
Reported by Seattle Times 8 hours ago.
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Jennifer Lopez Leaves $5,500 Tip for Twins' Birthday Party
J Lo went all out for her twins' 10th birthday party ... and she took REALLY good care of the people who helped throw it. Jennifer put on a bash for more than 30 guests at the Sugar Factory in Las Vegas Thursday night to celebrate Max and…
Reported by TMZ.com 8 hours ago.
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I absolutely love this gorgeous new smartwatch from Skagen — except it's missing one major feature every smartwatch should have in 2018
I was prepared to love the Skagen Falster smartwatch. When I first saw the watch at CES — the tech industry trade show in Las Vegas last month — it blew me away. The watch was easily the best-looking wearable I saw there, and certainly the best-looking smartwatch I've seen in months.
The Falster watch features activity tracking, customizable watch faces, and voice commands powered by Google Assistant. Skagen has made hybrid watches in the past, but the Falster is the brand's first true smartwatch. It starts at $275 and is available now.
I tested out the Falster watch over the course of a few weeks. While I quickly fell in love with its gorgeous design, I found one surprising shortcoming.
*SEE ALSO: This beautiful $300 security camera can recognize faces and keep track of your kids — and it's backed by some of the biggest names in tech*
-Skagen is a Danish-inspired watch brand owned by Fossil Group, which also makes Michael Kors- and Kate Spade-branded watches.--Skagen has set itself apart from other brands by making chic, minimalist watches. Their watches are mostly rendered in neutral leathers and gold, rose gold, and silver metallics with mother of pearl and marble faces.--In short, Skagen's watches are historically stunning, and the Falster is no different. It comes in black, silver, and rose gold, with either steel or leather bands.-
See the rest of the story at Business Insider Reported by Business Insider 8 hours ago.
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Grand Canyon helicopter crash victim dies, 3 still critical
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A British tourist who was pulled from the wreckage of a fiery helicopter crash in the Grand Canyon died from his injuries Thursday, according to Nevada authorities. Clark County Coroner John Fudenberg confirmed in a statement that Neil Udall, 31, died at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada. He had been with a group of fellow Britons visiting Las Vegas when a sightseeing helicopter they were flying in crashed in part of the Grand Canyon on Feb. 10. Three of Udall's friends died. Udall was one of four people, including the pilot, who were hospitalized after the crash. The other survivors are the 42-year-old pilot Scott Booth; Ellie Milward, 29; and Jennifer Barham, 39.
Reported by SeattlePI.com 9 hours ago.
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School officials push back vote on drafting gender policy
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Southern Nevada school district officials have decided to push back a vote on creating a gender-diverse policy that would impact their transgender students. The Las Vegas Review-Journal reports the Clark County School District Board of Trustees made the decision Thursday after consulting with its lawyers. It’s the second time it has […]
Reported by Seattle Times 7 hours ago.
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Retired? 2 Stocks You Should Consider
Digital Realty Trust and Las Vegas Sands are solid choices in their respective industries, and they pay relatively high dividends.
Reported by Motley Fool 8 hours ago.
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Pennsylvania gaming expansion proceeds, with a few bumps in the road
Pennsylvania’s gambling industry is midway through a significant shift, with bidding currently underway for existing casinos to acquire newly legal satellite locations. The process is already raking in more money than lawmakers anticipated, but not everything is going off without a hitch. The most recent bidding process had to go back to square one after a casino misjudged the state’s placement requirements. On Tuesday, Bethlehem-based Sands Casino — owned by Las Vegas Sands — appeared…
Reported by bizjournals 7 hours ago.
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Where Ryman CEO Colin Reed may export Nashville's brand next
Don't expect Opry City Stage, the new Times Square attraction from Nashville-based Ryman Hospitality Properties Inc., to become the next House of Blues, with dozens of locations across the country. But also don't be surprised if similar slices of Nashville start popping up in other tourist hubs, including Orlando, Las Vegas and even London. At least that's the vision shared by Ryman CEO Colin Reed during a quarterly earnings call Friday, in response to an analyst's question on the potential future…
Reported by bizjournals 7 hours ago.
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SmartMetric ® Has Created A First Of Its Kind Multi-Function Cyber/Network Access and Secure Entry ID Biometric Card
NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SmartMetric, Inc. (OTCQB:SMME) – Having developed a biometric protected fingerprint activated credit card SmartMetric ® has used its advanced miniaturized biometric scanner-in-a-card technology to produce a first of its kind, multi-function cyber/network access card combined with secure building entry and identity verification all on one card. The card has the SmartMetric ® biometric reader built inside that is used to instantly validate the card holder and in turn switch on the cards functions.The SmartMetric ® biometric card is as thin as a credit card. Unlike the bulky doorway security cards in common use today. The same card has a FIPS approved smartcard chip allowing it to be used for high level security access of computer networks in offices or over the internet from remote locations.Companies and Government at the moment have to have two separate cards. One for network log-on and another much thicker card for doorway access. SmartMetric has combined both functions into one card the size and most importantly the thickness of a standard credit card. That also has built inside the card biometric technology that uses a person's fingerprint to turn on the cards functions.To find out more about the amazing SmartMetric ® biometric security card please contact one of the SmartMetric ® distributors listed below.SmartMetric biometric cards are available to Banks in the United States through SmartMetric’s industry distributor, PROTEC Secure Card. PROTEC Secure Card (PSC), based in New Jersey, USA for South America, contact Hogier Gartner & CIA. S.A.
For more information concerning the new biometric secured credit and security card from PSC please contact Tracey Breckenridge at traceyb@protecsecurecard.com.For sales in South America contact HOGIER GARTNER & CIA S.A. Alvaro Gartner Valencia at alvaro.gartner@hogier.com.SmartMetric is a leading company in the field of biometrics using fingerprint scanning. It manufacturers a super thin fingerprint reader that fits inside credit card thin cards, for payments and security.To view the SmartMetric Biometric Card please follow this link - Video of the SmartMetric Biometric Card.
*Safe Harbor Statement: *Forward-Looking Statements in this press release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Also such forward-looking statements are within the meaning of that term in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Our actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "may,""could,""expect,""intend,""plan,""seek,""anticipate,""believe,""estimate,""predict,""potential,""continue,""likely,""will,""would" and variations of these terms and similar expressions, or the negative of these terms or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by us and our management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, among others, if we are unable to access the capital necessary to fund current operations or implement our plans for growth; changes in the competitive environment in our industry and the markets where we operate; our ability to access the capital markets; and other risks discussed in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K, which filings are available from the SEC. We caution you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to update publicly any of these forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, new information or future events, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking statements, except to the extent required by applicable laws. If we update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that we will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements. Investors and security holders are urged to carefully review and consider each of SmartMetric Inc. public filings with the SEC, including but not limited to, if applicable, Annual Reports on Form 10-K, proxy statements, Current Reports on Form 8-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q.*Contact Information*:*USA REPRESENTATIVE
PROTEC Secure Card*
80 Corbett Way
Eatontown, NJ 07724
Tracey Breckenridge
Tel. +1-732-542-0700 x 223 / 221/ 206/ 207 (English)
+1-732-542-0700 x 241 (Spanish)
traceyb@protecsecurecard.com*SOUTH AMERICA REPRESENTATIVE*
HOGIER GARTNER & CIA. S.A.
Alvaro Gartner Valencia
Gerente Comercial & Financiero
Carrera 65, No. 80-16
Bogota D.C. 11121, Colombia
Tel: +57. (1) 4378484
alvaro.gartner@hogier.com
*SmartMetric, Inc. *
3960 Howard Hughes Parkway
Las Vegas, NV 89169
+1.702.990.3687 (West Coast Time)
+1.702.727.8811 (East Coast Time)
info@smartmetric.com
www.smartmetric.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 7 hours ago.
For more information concerning the new biometric secured credit and security card from PSC please contact Tracey Breckenridge at traceyb@protecsecurecard.com.For sales in South America contact HOGIER GARTNER & CIA S.A. Alvaro Gartner Valencia at alvaro.gartner@hogier.com.SmartMetric is a leading company in the field of biometrics using fingerprint scanning. It manufacturers a super thin fingerprint reader that fits inside credit card thin cards, for payments and security.To view the SmartMetric Biometric Card please follow this link - Video of the SmartMetric Biometric Card.
*Safe Harbor Statement: *Forward-Looking Statements in this press release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Also such forward-looking statements are within the meaning of that term in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Our actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "may,""could,""expect,""intend,""plan,""seek,""anticipate,""believe,""estimate,""predict,""potential,""continue,""likely,""will,""would" and variations of these terms and similar expressions, or the negative of these terms or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by us and our management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, among others, if we are unable to access the capital necessary to fund current operations or implement our plans for growth; changes in the competitive environment in our industry and the markets where we operate; our ability to access the capital markets; and other risks discussed in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K, which filings are available from the SEC. We caution you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to update publicly any of these forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, new information or future events, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking statements, except to the extent required by applicable laws. If we update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that we will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements. Investors and security holders are urged to carefully review and consider each of SmartMetric Inc. public filings with the SEC, including but not limited to, if applicable, Annual Reports on Form 10-K, proxy statements, Current Reports on Form 8-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q.*Contact Information*:*USA REPRESENTATIVE
PROTEC Secure Card*
80 Corbett Way
Eatontown, NJ 07724
Tracey Breckenridge
Tel. +1-732-542-0700 x 223 / 221/ 206/ 207 (English)
+1-732-542-0700 x 241 (Spanish)
traceyb@protecsecurecard.com*SOUTH AMERICA REPRESENTATIVE*
HOGIER GARTNER & CIA. S.A.
Alvaro Gartner Valencia
Gerente Comercial & Financiero
Carrera 65, No. 80-16
Bogota D.C. 11121, Colombia
Tel: +57. (1) 4378484
alvaro.gartner@hogier.com
*SmartMetric, Inc. *
3960 Howard Hughes Parkway
Las Vegas, NV 89169
+1.702.990.3687 (West Coast Time)
+1.702.727.8811 (East Coast Time)
info@smartmetric.com
www.smartmetric.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 7 hours ago.
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Leaving Las Vegas? Check your bags, grab your boarding pass and dump that pot
Check your bags, dump the weed.
McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas is now offering travelers a chance to dispose of any marijuana they might have on them before hopping onto a flight. So-called “amnesty boxes” have been installed at the airport and soon will be located at smaller airports... Reported by L.A. Times 6 hours ago.
McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas is now offering travelers a chance to dispose of any marijuana they might have on them before hopping onto a flight. So-called “amnesty boxes” have been installed at the airport and soon will be located at smaller airports... Reported by L.A. Times 6 hours ago.
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Protesters want Nevada to enforce gun background check law
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A Nevada judge is due to hear arguments Friday in a lawsuit seeking enforcement of a voter-approved gun background-check law that has not been enforced since it passed in November 2016.The measure sought to close...
Reported by New Zealand Herald 6 hours ago.
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Wainscot Media buys MR Magazine and custom publications from UBM
NEW YORK, Feb. 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UBM plc, the world’s largest pure-play business-to-business events organizer, the parent company of MR Magazine for the past two years, announced today that it is selling the print publication, website and related businesses to Montvale, NJ based Wainscot Media. Also included in the deal are the 25 custom magazines, published for the customers of exclusive retailers in the apparel and jewelry businesses, known as Forum and Accent. Wainscot is a family-owned trade and consumer media company with a similar profile to Business Journals Inc., the company under which all the titles originated. That company was sold, in its entirety, to UBM in April 2016.
Group publisher Stu Nifoussi and Editor-in-Chief Karen Alberg Grossman, who conceived and created all of the magazines included in the deal, hailed the sale as an important and strategic move for both companies.
“Wainscot is a very strong player in both trade and custom publishing,” said Nifoussi. “They saw an opportunity to expand these properties beyond what was possible at UBM and we are very happy to be joining them. While we have really enjoyed our association with UBM, we also recognize their primary commitment to the trade show and event businesses. Our intention is to maintain the very strong ties we have forged over the last couple of years to UBM and the Project Show, as well as MRket, which was originally created as an extension of MR Magazine."
Grossman added, “I’m excited about this opportunity to grow the magazines that we created, nurtured and loved for so many years: MR for 28, Forum for 20 and Accent for 15. Combining Wainscot’s expertise with the talent and skills of our MR and custom teams will result in many more years of innovative publishing—in print and online.”
Mike Alic, Managing Director of UBM Fashion, sees the agreement as a win for everyone: “Wainscot will give these magazines and digital assets a great home and room to grow. While we will certainly miss Stu and Karen and their terrific team, we have structured this agreement to ensure that our relationship remains strong and enduring. We intend to continue to work with the Wainscot and MR teams on future initiatives to benefit both companies.”
Wainscot CEO Mark Dowden commented, “Wainscot Media is thrilled to add these important and influential properties to our family. We have known Stu and Karen for several years, and we’ve been very impressed with the enduring relationships they and their staff members have forged with their readers and media partners. We see a synergy that we believe will take all the publications to new heights. Wainscot provides several skills and services that were not a part of their current offerings, and the company has a strong team in place to support their efforts. We are excited to assist them in reaching their full potential.”
*About UBM plc* | UBM plc is the largest pure-play B2B Events organiser in the world. In an increasingly digital world, the value of connecting on a meaningful, human level has never been more important. At UBM, our deep knowledge and passion for the industry sectors we serve allow us to create valuable experiences where people can succeed. At our events people build relationships, close deals and grow their businesses. Our 3,750+ people, based in more than 20 countries, serve more than 50 different sectors – from fashion to pharmaceutical ingredients. These global networks, skilled, passionate people and market-leading events provide exciting opportunities for business people to achieve their ambitions. For more information, go to http://www.ubm.com for UBM corporate news, follow us on Twitter at @UBM ,UBM Plc LinkedIn
*About UBM Fashion* | Uniting the most influential fashion retail decision makers and the world’s top fashion brands, UBM Fashion serves the $1 trillion+ worldwide fashion industry through its comprehensive marketplaces in New York (NY Men’s and Women’s) and Las Vegas (MAGIC). UBM Fashion serves the industry by bringing together great brands and retailers in superbly merchandised shows while providing superior customer service and ultimately presenting end consumers with the best apparel, footwear, accessories, and fashion products. For more information, go to www.ubmfashion.com
*About **Wainscot Media* | Wainscot Media helps marketers engage audiences with best-in-class content. Whether delivered in print, online or in person, these content programs aim to generate additional customers for clients while also strengthening brand connection and commitment. Wainscot specializes in four areas: The Luxury Group serves top independent luxury retailers, mainly in the fields of fashion, jewelry, home design and hospitality. Wainscot Health creates compelling content programs for hospital organizations, medical groups and pharma, drawing on a 30-year heritage as medical publishers. BigFish Digital Solutions helps businesses grow with turnkey digital marketing programs. And Wainscot’s Regional Magazine Group is a leading publisher of local lifestyle publications. The company is headquartered in Montvale, N.J. For more information, go to www.wainscotmedia.com
*Media Contacts:*
UBM Americas
Beth Cowperthwaite
Vice President, Corporate Communications
Beth.Cowperthwaite@ubm.com
203-414-0865
Wainscot Media
Mark Dowden
President & CEO
Mark.Dowden@WainscotMedia.com
201-782-5730 Reported by GlobeNewswire 6 hours ago.
Group publisher Stu Nifoussi and Editor-in-Chief Karen Alberg Grossman, who conceived and created all of the magazines included in the deal, hailed the sale as an important and strategic move for both companies.
“Wainscot is a very strong player in both trade and custom publishing,” said Nifoussi. “They saw an opportunity to expand these properties beyond what was possible at UBM and we are very happy to be joining them. While we have really enjoyed our association with UBM, we also recognize their primary commitment to the trade show and event businesses. Our intention is to maintain the very strong ties we have forged over the last couple of years to UBM and the Project Show, as well as MRket, which was originally created as an extension of MR Magazine."
Grossman added, “I’m excited about this opportunity to grow the magazines that we created, nurtured and loved for so many years: MR for 28, Forum for 20 and Accent for 15. Combining Wainscot’s expertise with the talent and skills of our MR and custom teams will result in many more years of innovative publishing—in print and online.”
Mike Alic, Managing Director of UBM Fashion, sees the agreement as a win for everyone: “Wainscot will give these magazines and digital assets a great home and room to grow. While we will certainly miss Stu and Karen and their terrific team, we have structured this agreement to ensure that our relationship remains strong and enduring. We intend to continue to work with the Wainscot and MR teams on future initiatives to benefit both companies.”
Wainscot CEO Mark Dowden commented, “Wainscot Media is thrilled to add these important and influential properties to our family. We have known Stu and Karen for several years, and we’ve been very impressed with the enduring relationships they and their staff members have forged with their readers and media partners. We see a synergy that we believe will take all the publications to new heights. Wainscot provides several skills and services that were not a part of their current offerings, and the company has a strong team in place to support their efforts. We are excited to assist them in reaching their full potential.”
*About UBM plc* | UBM plc is the largest pure-play B2B Events organiser in the world. In an increasingly digital world, the value of connecting on a meaningful, human level has never been more important. At UBM, our deep knowledge and passion for the industry sectors we serve allow us to create valuable experiences where people can succeed. At our events people build relationships, close deals and grow their businesses. Our 3,750+ people, based in more than 20 countries, serve more than 50 different sectors – from fashion to pharmaceutical ingredients. These global networks, skilled, passionate people and market-leading events provide exciting opportunities for business people to achieve their ambitions. For more information, go to http://www.ubm.com for UBM corporate news, follow us on Twitter at @UBM ,UBM Plc LinkedIn
*About UBM Fashion* | Uniting the most influential fashion retail decision makers and the world’s top fashion brands, UBM Fashion serves the $1 trillion+ worldwide fashion industry through its comprehensive marketplaces in New York (NY Men’s and Women’s) and Las Vegas (MAGIC). UBM Fashion serves the industry by bringing together great brands and retailers in superbly merchandised shows while providing superior customer service and ultimately presenting end consumers with the best apparel, footwear, accessories, and fashion products. For more information, go to www.ubmfashion.com
*About **Wainscot Media* | Wainscot Media helps marketers engage audiences with best-in-class content. Whether delivered in print, online or in person, these content programs aim to generate additional customers for clients while also strengthening brand connection and commitment. Wainscot specializes in four areas: The Luxury Group serves top independent luxury retailers, mainly in the fields of fashion, jewelry, home design and hospitality. Wainscot Health creates compelling content programs for hospital organizations, medical groups and pharma, drawing on a 30-year heritage as medical publishers. BigFish Digital Solutions helps businesses grow with turnkey digital marketing programs. And Wainscot’s Regional Magazine Group is a leading publisher of local lifestyle publications. The company is headquartered in Montvale, N.J. For more information, go to www.wainscotmedia.com
*Media Contacts:*
UBM Americas
Beth Cowperthwaite
Vice President, Corporate Communications
Beth.Cowperthwaite@ubm.com
203-414-0865
Wainscot Media
Mark Dowden
President & CEO
Mark.Dowden@WainscotMedia.com
201-782-5730 Reported by GlobeNewswire 6 hours ago.
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Photos: See who attended HBJ's 2018 Book of Lists party
Around 300 guests came out to the Houston Business Journal's Book of Lists party, which was held at Minute Maid Park Feb. 15, to celebrate Houston's top companies. Guests mingled with business leaders from those companies to meet the who's who of the Book of Lists. Click through the slideshow to see some photos from HBJ's 2018 Book of Lists party, or click here to see all of the photos. Guests had the opportunity to tour Minute Park, participate in a silent auction and play Las Vegas-style games.…
Reported by bizjournals 4 hours ago.
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Cold front brings snow flurries to Las Vegas area
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A cold front has surprised Las Vegas area residents and tourists with some snow flurries. The National Weather Service in Las Vegas on Friday said no accumulations have been reported in the city, but the nearby Red Rock Canyon National Conversation Area saw up to 2 inches (5 cm) of snow. […]
Reported by Seattle Times 3 hours ago.
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The Latest: No quick order on Nevada gun buyer screening law
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Latest on calls for Nevada's governor and attorney general to enforce a gun background-check law that has not been enforced since it was passed by state voters in November 2016 (all times local):4:05 p.m.A...
Reported by New Zealand Herald 3 hours ago.
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Mormon president: Laws let people have guns who shouldn’t
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — New Mormon president Russell M. Nelson is lamenting that laws allow people to have guns who shouldn’t. KUTV-TV in Salt Lake City reported Friday that Nelson made the comments while speaking last weekend in Las Vegas to young people about the school shooting in Florida. The station obtained a short […]
Reported by Seattle Times 1 hour ago.
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Mormon president: Laws let people have guns who shouldn't
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — New Mormon president Russell M. Nelson is lamenting that laws allow people to have guns who shouldn't.KUTV-TV in Salt Lake City reported Friday Nelson made the comments last weekend in Las Vegas to young people...
Reported by New Zealand Herald 2 hours ago.
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NRA honours US FCC boss Ajit Pai with rifle for repealing 'net neutrality'
The National Rifle Association (NRA) on Friday honoured the head of the Federal Communications Commission with a rifle after braving death threats and other opposition as he worked to undo the Obama administration's 2015 net neutrality rules.
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai was honoured at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Oxon Hills, Maryland, by the NRA with the "Charlton Heston Courage Under Fire Award," an honor named for the late actor who was an NRA president.
The award is a Kentucky long rifle that will stay at the NRA's museum in Fairfax, Virginia. The NRA was not allowed to bring the weapon on stage, said Carolyn Meadows, an NRA official.
It was not immediately clear why the NRA was not able to present the long gun to the FCC chairman. The FCC, CPAC and the NRA did not immediately respond to questions.
A Reuters reporter at the event said there were no visible prohibitions against weapons at the event but metal detectors were present before President Donald Trump's address earlier on Friday.
At the event, Pai defended his aggressive approach to undoing numerous telecommunications regulations put in place under former President Barack Obama.
"Some people urged me to go for sacrifice bunts and singles and try to nibble around the edges — make some minor changes," Pai said. "But I don't play small ball."
Pai cancelled his appearance in January at a large consumer electronics event in Las Vegas after receiving deaths threats, sources told Reuters.
The repeal of the net neutrality rules was a victory for internet service providers like AT&T Inc, Comcast Corp and Verizon Communications Inc, conferring power over what content consumers can access and allowing them to offer paid fast lanes for certain content.
On the other side, technology companies including Alphabet Inc and Facebook Inc have thrown their weight behind the congressional bid to reverse the net neutrality repeal.
On Thursday, 22 state attorneys general filed sued to block the repeal.
Fight for the Future, a group that backs net neutrality, said in a tweet the NRA gave Pai an award that will "allow Internet service providers (ISPs) to censor websites and information about guns."
Several corporations have cut ties with the NRA after the group launched a counter-offensive against a student-led campaign for tighter U.S. gun ownership laws after a gunman killed 17 people at a Florida high-school.
Insurer Chubb Ltd said on Friday that it would stop underwriting an NRA-branded insurance policy for gun owners that covers legal costs in self-defence shootings. Insurance company MetLife Inc ended an auto and home incentive program for NRA members, while several rental car companies announced they were ending discount programs for NRA members.
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FCC Chairman Ajit Pai was honoured at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Oxon Hills, Maryland, by the NRA with the "Charlton Heston Courage Under Fire Award," an honor named for the late actor who was an NRA president.
The award is a Kentucky long rifle that will stay at the NRA's museum in Fairfax, Virginia. The NRA was not allowed to bring the weapon on stage, said Carolyn Meadows, an NRA official.
It was not immediately clear why the NRA was not able to present the long gun to the FCC chairman. The FCC, CPAC and the NRA did not immediately respond to questions.
A Reuters reporter at the event said there were no visible prohibitions against weapons at the event but metal detectors were present before President Donald Trump's address earlier on Friday.
At the event, Pai defended his aggressive approach to undoing numerous telecommunications regulations put in place under former President Barack Obama.
"Some people urged me to go for sacrifice bunts and singles and try to nibble around the edges — make some minor changes," Pai said. "But I don't play small ball."
Pai cancelled his appearance in January at a large consumer electronics event in Las Vegas after receiving deaths threats, sources told Reuters.
The repeal of the net neutrality rules was a victory for internet service providers like AT&T Inc, Comcast Corp and Verizon Communications Inc, conferring power over what content consumers can access and allowing them to offer paid fast lanes for certain content.
On the other side, technology companies including Alphabet Inc and Facebook Inc have thrown their weight behind the congressional bid to reverse the net neutrality repeal.
On Thursday, 22 state attorneys general filed sued to block the repeal.
Fight for the Future, a group that backs net neutrality, said in a tweet the NRA gave Pai an award that will "allow Internet service providers (ISPs) to censor websites and information about guns."
Several corporations have cut ties with the NRA after the group launched a counter-offensive against a student-led campaign for tighter U.S. gun ownership laws after a gunman killed 17 people at a Florida high-school.
Insurer Chubb Ltd said on Friday that it would stop underwriting an NRA-branded insurance policy for gun owners that covers legal costs in self-defence shootings. Insurance company MetLife Inc ended an auto and home incentive program for NRA members, while several rental car companies announced they were ending discount programs for NRA members.
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Sat, 24 Feb 2018-09:01am
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