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Sportiqe Apparel Co. today announced the release of a limited edition tee-shirt designed to support the Highland Park community in the wake of the July 4, 2022 mass shooting, which took the lives of seven people and wounded more than 40 others. The shirt itself takes cues from the blue color and font of Highland Park High School paired with an outline of the State of Illinois. It will retail for $36, with 100 percent of proceeds going to the Highland Park Community Foundation (HPCF).

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Sportiqe's aim is to work locally in Chicago to help spread the word about the shirt and do as much as they can to support the community and help it to heal. It will initially be sold onsite at Highland Park's iconic local restaurant Michael's Grill & Salad Bar, directly through Sportiqe's website at www.Sportiqe.com, at the upcoming O.A.R. and Dispatch concert with special guest G. Love on August 13 at Ravinia, another Highland Park mainstay, and at the Windy City Smokeout from August 4 to 7, the largest country music festival in Chicago. The brand is also working to encourage local Chicago personalities to embrace the cause, including athletes, artists and public figures.

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The Highland Park Community Foundation, which will receive all proceeds from the shirt sales,  established the Highland Park Shooting Response Fund following the tragedy. 100% of any funds donated – whether through tee-shirt sales or any other means – will be distributed, and none of the donations received will be used for administrative or similar expenses. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support as soon as possible to the victims of the July 4th shooting and their families, as well as non-profit organizations that are helping victims, their families and the broader community that has been impacted by the tragedy.

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"This is a devastating tragedy and there's nothing that I nor Sportiqe as a company can do to change that or undo the damage that has been done," said Jason Franklin, Sportiqe co-founder. "I grew up in the Highland Park area and I have long-time friends and family that still live there, and several of us in the Sportiqe family are from Chicago. We just want to help in any small way that we can."

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"When Sportiqe approached us to get involved it was a no-brainer – anything we can do to support the community we're embracing wholeheartedly," added Ryan Gamperl, co-owner of Michael's Grill & Salad Bar - known by locals as Michael's Hot Dogs. "We've seen everyone here rallying to support one another, and it's comforting to know that even those who have moved away are keeping us in their hearts."

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For additional information on the Highland Park tee please visit https://sportiqe.com/pages/highland-park. For additional information on Sportiqe and their apparel head to www.sportiqe.com.

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AiDot APP released the upgrade APP version by adding a smart zone page in the automation section, which contains four major features: Music Rhythm, Energy Dashboard, Home Monitoring, and Pet Sitting.

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Synchronized color changes and musical grooves, cover whole space

Just tap on any of the listed songs and the lights will start flashing to the beat of the music. AiDot Music Rhythm feature gets users' lighting blinking and changing color in time to music without any delay which satisfies the needs for the creation of the ultimate music atmosphere. Feel free to change the color range, sensitivity and brightness by using AiDot's lighting brand products, such as the smart light starter kit including light bulbs, strip lights, recessed lighting, etc. Users can create a complete whole-space music rhythm effect.

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AiDot Energy Dashboard helps users save energy and money

How much users will save money for the energy bills by adding smart home devices? As a smart home ecosystem, AiDot focuses on the energy usage in smart home products and the energy consumption reduction. Users can know the energy consumption of different smart products on AiDot App. The compatible products include smart lighting, cameras, solar panel products, etc. AiDot Green energy dashboard enables users to track the devices and analyze the results of energy efficiency monitoring.

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Home Monitoring feature provides safety care for the loved ones

AiDot Home monitoring feature empowers users' security camera not only to catch the suspicious, but also to keep them away from their loved ones without worry. For this function, users can set a real-time detection in their chosen area to identify their family member's activities, especially babies. Pools, play sets, trampolines etc., all those activities are great for kids, but most of them will be dangerous without supervision. If no one is detected for a while, a push rich message with photos will be sent to users' phone, reminding them to check the situation at home. In this way, users can know the situation of elder parents or kids when they're home and deal with it in time.

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Pet Sitting feature for better companionship and observation of the pet's habits

Users may find something wrong with their furry kids but can't figure out why, now they can understand them more and reduce their separation anxiety in time. The pet sitting feature of AiDot provides real-time monitoring and a deeper understanding of pets by data analysis. With monitoring and statistics, users can have a better understanding of pet's diet and activity habits. Knowing the times their pet enters the setting area is the best way to achieve that.

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For example: When the pet is home alone, users can find out if its daily diet is normal by checking how many times it goes to the dining area. When users notice the difference in daily eating habits, they should pay attention to its health. If there are some areas in home that users do not want pets to enter, they can set these areas as no-entry areas and observe.

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AiDot Smart home strive on family companionship and care. Help users have a better home through intelligent analysis. Home monitoring and Pet sitting feature are Cloud service of AiDot App, users can find it when using AiDot App or visiting aidot.com.

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What would you do if you could travel back in time to change one small detail? What would the world be like if you could stop the assassination of Julius Caesar?

These questions and more lay at the heart of M. Scott Smallwood’s new novel, The Thrilling Adventures of the Secluded Man. Described as an adventure/fantasy with plenty of plot twists, The Thrilling Adventures of the Secluded Man has themes of time travel, reality itself, and a race against time.

“I am excited to finally release the first book in my adventure series,” said Smallwood.

The new book is published through Larger Than Life Books, an imprint that Smallwood also owns.

The Thrilling Adventures of the Secluded Man was published on July 19, and is available wherever books are sold.

For further information, visit: largerthanlifebooks.com.

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The Withers Collection, a museum and art gallery dedicated to the work of famed Civil Rights photographer Dr. Ernest C. Withers, is collaborating with NFT-membership club 1687 on a unique digital art project to help preserve and digitize nearly 2 million historically significant images from the Civil Rights period in the United States.

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Dr. Ernest C. Withers is known as the preeminent photographer of the American Civil Rights movement. Withers documented life in Memphis, TN during the 1950s and 1960s. Withers often risked his own life, safety, and family taking photographs. He famously chronicled the Emmet Till trial in 1955, and the I Am A Man sanitation workers' strike in 1968 that led to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Withers rode along with Dr. King on one of the first integrated bus rides in Montgomery, AL, and was there in the funeral home where MLK lay to rest after his assassination. Withers documented Civil Rights leaders, sports figures, and famous musicians, but he also used his camera to capture the lives, struggles, and victories of the everyday men, women, and children living in Memphis, TN, during the Civil Rights movement.

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When Withers died in 2007, he left behind nearly 2 million images. The Withers Collection Museum and Gallery in Memphis, TN, houses Memphis and American history. Patrons can view Withers' collections of Civil Rights, Music, Sports, Lifestyle, and Political images, including notable figures ranging from MLK to Issac Hayes, Elvis, Presidents Kennedy and Clinton, baseball great Jackie Robinson, and many more. Preserving, digitizing, and cataloging this collection takes a tremendous amount of resources, and time is of the essence. Withers' original prints and films are delicate and at risk; passing time increases the chances of these iconic images being lost forever.

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In order to help the preservation of Withers' work, the Withers Collection is collaborating with 1687, an NFT-membership club, to create a unique digital art project inspired by Withers' work: The Withers Art Project. Each art piece begins with one of Withers' photographs and combines hand-painted elements with computer technology to produce a collection of generative digital art pieces known as NFTs (non-fungible tokens). Non-fungible simply means unique, one-of-a-kind, and non-replaceable. The sale of the NFTs from The Withers Art Project benefits the Withers Collection Museum to further the monumental task of preserving Withers' work for generations to come. The Withers Art Project is a limited generative art project and only a certain amount of digital art pieces will be produced.

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Tickets for Farm Aid's annual music and food festival go on sale tomorrow, Saturday, July 30, at 10 a.m. ET. Prices range from $75 to $315 and will be available for purchase at LiveNation.com. This year's festival is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 24 at Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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Farm Aid 2022 will feature performances by Willie Nelson & Family, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds, and Margo Price, as well as Chris Stapleton, Sheryl Crow, Nathaniel Rateliff and The Night Sweats, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, Allison Russell, Charley Crockett, Brittney Spencer and Particle Kid.

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Venue and Farm Aid staff are following the latest CDC guidance and industry best practices to prevent the transmission of COVID-19, including various precautions across the festival operation. Based on the latest local guidelines, attendees are not required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test and/or vaccination for entry into Farm Aid 2022. Farm Aid will monitor the situation closely and update protocols as warranted leading up to Sept. 24. Be sure to check FarmAid.org for the latest updates and guidelines as entry requirements are subject to change. No refunds will be offered due to changed requirements.

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For event updates, follow Farm Aid on Twitter (@FarmAid), Facebook (facebook.com/farmaid) and Instagram (instagram.com/farmaid), and visit farmaid.org/festival. Festivalgoers are encouraged to use the hashtags #FarmAid2022 and #Road2FarmAid to join the conversation on social media around this year's festival.

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Farm Aid's mission is to build a vibrant, family farm-centered system of agriculture in America. Farm Aid artists and board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews and Margo Price host an annual festival to raise funds to support Farm Aid's work with family farmers and to inspire people to choose family farm food. For more than 35 years, Farm Aid, with the support of the artists who contribute their performances each year, has raised more than $64 million to support programs that help farmers thrive, expand the reach of the Good Food Movement, take action to change the dominant system of industrial agriculture and promote food from family farms.

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Phonecheck, an industry-trusted mobile device certification provider, today announced its offering for comprehensive erasure and refurbishing solutions for previously-owned Apple Watch products. Customers can now securely erase existing data and collect device details, like model type and device history, using this new tool. As interest in refurbished wearables grows, the solution increases the efficiency of processing these devices and gives consumers added confidence when buying renewed electronics.

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"We have seen sharp growth in the number of Apple Watches entering the secondhand market which is driving the need for third-party certification in this category," said Jax Futrell, Chief Operating Officer at Phonecheck. "Phonecheck enables sellers to certify smart watches and build trust with buyers through certified erasure, testing and data represented by the Phonecheck Certified badge."

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"Apple Watches have proven to be an increasingly popular product category for us and customers expect the same level of trust and reliability that we can offer for Macs and iPhones. Phonecheck's proven certification process for front-to-back diagnostics and refurbishing will help us offer market-ready devices with 100% confidence that they will work as advertised and deliver a like-new experience to our customers," said Amato Cole, Director of Marketing at macofalltrades, a leading seller of certified pre-owned Apple products and Phonecheck customer.

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With a comprehensive solution now available for Apple Watch, Phonecheck customers can expect the same quality, thoroughness and efficiency they have come to expect when certifying smartphones. This includes a Device History Report, providing crucial details on device authenticity, ownership status, software version, battery percentage and more. Devices undergo a comprehensive certified data-wipe process, accredited by the Asset Disposal and Information Security Alliance (ADISA). Phonecheck certification goes beyond diagnostics and data-wipe to report accurate, verified data on each device for sellers to deliver as an added value to their customers in the resale process.

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Consumers will begin to see Phonecheck Certified Apple Watches on popular refurbished marketplaces and websites in the coming weeks and months, giving them transparency and confidence in the quality and reliability of the devices.

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Most business leaders will admit that marketing is a critical part of their company's success. And yet, marketing budgets are consistently amongst the first things managers, CEOs, and CFOs want to cut when money gets tight. It's a trend that Brian Gould of TruLife Distribution always finds alarming.

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The marketing and distribution expert is very familiar with the ups and downs that come with the marketing game. Gould is a self-made entrepreneur who comes from multiple generations that have focused on the manufacturing and retail distribution industries. After a lifetime spent growing up in this world, Gould knows how quickly the C-suite tends to target the marketing department when the budget shrinks. "You can put numbers on most areas of business," Gould explains, "You can measure what your sales team is bringing in. You can see the revenue from your e-commerce site. Your overhead is a known quantity. But marketing? Marketing is an art. And as such, it's harder to defend its associated costs."

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The struggle to justify a marketing budget often means it's one of the first things to go when the economy turns in a southerly direction. The pandemic is the most recent example of this phenomenon in action. In 2020, marketing budgets were slashed, many to the tune of 15% or more. In 2021, economic woes created by the health crisis continued to drag on. This led to Gartner releasing a report claiming marketing budgets had fallen from 11% to a meager 6.4% in the space of a year.

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With persistent talk about a potential recession coming down the pike, marketing budgets could once again find themselves under pressure. It's a tendency that Gould is always ready to fight. "It's tempting to cut marketing since you don't see the impact right away," says Gould, "but I always explain to our clients that you're sacrificing future success for short-term security. If you want to succeed over the long term, you need to see things like a recession as a chance to look for opportunities and sow the seeds for future growth. That's where TruLife Distribution can make a big difference."

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TruLife Distribution is a marketing and distribution agency that specializes in providing quality services and expertise, often at a fraction of the in-house cost. It's something that Gould describes as a "happy medium" between the need to cut costs and the desire to press in with marketing and sales when opportunities arise.

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With so much uncertainty ahead, Gould and his team remain ready to deliver their suite of elite signature services. These span the gamut from FDA compliance and regulatory reviews to logistics, warehousing, public relations, PPC advertising, website management, SEO, and more. The brand's prolific range of offerings provides a comprehensive and effective way for businesses great and small to outsource their marketing and distribution efforts. This can keep the marketing momentum rolling, especially when external events, such as a recession, pave the way for future growth opportunities.

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With the celebration of Pride Month in 2022, the "kink-at-Pride" debate has been brought again, involving discussions of whether or not the kink community should be allowed at LGBTQ Pride. A recent survey conducted by kinky dating app KinkD reveals some key statistics about transgender people in the kink community.

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Age Statistics of Trans Kinksters

According to the app's database, there are more than 1.9 million registered users on KinkD, among which 21,328 identify themselves as trans, meaning that 1.08% of the app's kinksters are transgender. The app also finds that more than half of adult trans kinksters are under 30 years old. According to KinkD, 50.85% of kinksters who identify as trans are in the 18-29 age group, compared with 42.52% of those aged 30-49 and 6.63% of those 50 and older who are transgender kinksters. "It seems that from generation to generation, gender as an important part of someone's identity, has become more socially acceptable to be explored," said John Martinuk, co-founder of the KinkD app.

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Top 10 U.S. states with the largest number of transgender kinksters

The app also exposes the top 10 states with the largest number of transgender kinksters in the U.S. The top spot belongs to California, with the largest number of 1,387. It is followed by Texas 889, New York 800, Florida 598, Pennsylvania 455, Ohio 432, Washington 427, Illinois 422, Georgia 362, and North Carolina 360. Together with 5,535 from other states, this brings the total to 11,667 U.S. trans kinksters registered on the app.

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Home décor has evolved with time. With people looking to create picture-perfect living spaces, there has been a surge in the demand for customized furnishings. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all as people have started realizing their specific needs and demanding tailored solutions. In such a landscape, Cushions Custom, a brand of Fabrica Kraft, has evolved into a reliable and trusted name in custom home furnishings.

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The Cushions Custom founding team has more than two decades of experience in manufacturing customized cushions and pillows. This team has instilled quality, affordability, and ownership in the DNA of the organization. The company has the lowest delivery lead time and the lowest product cost in the US. Further, they have managed to keep a clear focus on the customer journey and have created processes that ensure a frictionless product customization experience.

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Cushions Custom creates cushions and pillows of any shape or size. They allow people to talk to an in-house design team to create bespoke cushions for outdoor or indoor use. With one of the largest collections of fabrics, styles, and options, Cushions Custom ensures that consumers get exactly what they need without feeling restricted to a few pre-made shapes and sizes. The company is committed to the highest levels of quality and uses the best materials to create furnishings that look amazing and last long.

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The company also offers an interface to allow people to build their own custom cushions online using a wizard-based approach. They can choose the style (seat cushions, throw pillows, back cushions, chair cushions, hinged cushions, and chaise cushions), shape (square, round, etc.), size (length, width, and thickness), fill (fiber, foam with/without Dacron wrap), fabric, piping design, and ties to create the cushion/pillow they need. For specific requests, a design team is always on standby to help people realize their ideas.

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In recent years, while the fast home décor segment has become highly competitive and profit-centered, Cushions Custom is committed to a higher standard to help people create indoor and outdoor spaces that are a reflection of themselves. The company is also committed to adopting sustainable business practices and working with communities to create a positive impact. The company supports targeted socially responsible and responsive efforts, as well as design, develop, and expand programs to help preserve the environment. Cushions Custom makes sure that every manufactured product is checked for the environmental impact in creating it, comfort for the user, and longevity.

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The company carries out all production-related operations at its in-house facilities and its trained and experienced team ensures that every product is of the finest quality and delivered within the agreed timelines. With customization becoming the norm, Cushions Custom is growing in popularity as a dependable and quality-focused supplier of custom cushions and pillows.

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Southern Belle Book Events is proud to host the upcoming Route 66 Author Event in Oklahoma City, OK on Oct 1, 2022. This multi-author book signing will feature a variety of romance authors, as well as book vendors. With over 50 bestselling authors, it's a great time for readers to meet some of their favorites, as well as discover new-to-you titles.

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The attending author lineup allows for a wide variety of sub-genre readers to enjoy their favorites. From contemporary romance to new adult or sports romance to paranormal, there will certainly be a handful of titles for any type of reader. Included in the attending author list is Heidi McLaughlin, who wrote Forever My Girl, which was adapted to film and released in 2018 starring Alex Roe and Jessica Rothe. You can view the full author lineup and learn much more at our Route 66 Author Event Facebook page.

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While the expected lineup includes many New York Times, USA Today, and Amazon bestsellers, you'll also find book vendors on-site including Book Beau, Splendidly Scripted, and Heartprints. Vendors will offer book sleeves, candles, and much more.

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"As a fellow Okie, I'm thrilled to help bring the Route 66 Author Event to Oklahoma. Beyond meeting authors and adding to your signed book collection, our events are a great way to meet fellow readers and expand your reach within the romance community." - Erin Spencer, co-owner of Southern Belle Book Events.

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The event will run from 12:00 PM-5:00 PM at the Oklahoma City Convention Center in Exhibit Hall A on Oct 1, 2022. Tickets are $25.00 per person and are available online at Eventbrite. Tickets may also be purchased on event day. Tickets can be found at https://route66authorevent.eventbrite.com.

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Southern Belle Book Events are renowned in the book community for their extraordinary events – such as Holidays with the Belles, Big Apple Author Event, Black & Gold Author Event, and more. With over 18 signings under their belt, they're still learning, growing, and looking to the future on how to host the best signing a reader may attend. The event will be co-hosted with author Hilaria Alexander and Hello Lovely Box.

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Hello Lovely is a bookish box and shop focused on romance novels and self-care in all forms. They believe in equality and equity. They believe in doing hard things. They believe in you. Hello Lovely wanted something equal parts bookish, bright, strong, feminine, and powerful. Because you are lovely, bright, strong, and powerful. A major focus Hello Lovely Box has is on small-owned businesses. They say to walk the talk, and that's exactly what they do. They make it a priority to put their money where their mouth is, sourcing everything possible from small businesses owned and run by women from all backgrounds.

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Hilaria Alexander became a writer by chance, after placing a bet against herself to write one of the many stories that kept populating her mind. One book turned into nine, and the rest is history.

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Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical, an innovative life sciences company developing a portfolio of revolutionary anti-inflammatories by repurposing existing molecules for novel combination therapy, started and will be completing this weekend, a Community Fundraising effort to drive drug development.  After launching the capital campaign late last year, Sen-Jam has successfully raised just under a million dollars from everyday men and women through WeFunder, a popular crowdfunding platform.

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The last few months have been ground-breaking for the startup life sciences company who is enthusiastic about their portfolio of solutions they believe to be "the Next Generation of Anti-Inflammatories" aimed at solving some of the biggest unmet health needs in the world.  Their lead assets include an RX oral therapy for COVID infections, an OTC Alcohol Hangover Prevention as well as an RX Opioid Withdrawal solutions. They are in active clinical trial for their COVID solution and just a few months ago entered an impressive strategic partnership agreement with Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls giant, KVK-Tech. Funding raised through this community round grassroots efforts is a testament to this momentum and the company's values of putting people first to improve societal well-being.

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Kiran Vepuri, VP Business Development for KVK-Tech said, "Our alliance with Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical reflects a true collaboration of passion, integrity and resourcefulness in our mutual aim to improve lives worldwide.  We are thrilled we have already developed the first prototype of their novel oral capsule for COVID infections.  The Sen-Jam spirit of being the "Good Karma Pharma People" with offering investment opportunities to everyday people is one we admire greatly."

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Additionally, the disruptor pharma company enlisted the world-renowned physicist, Alexander Wissner-Gross to be on their Advisory Board to help advance commercialization further.  He, alongside two other luminaries close to the company, (including a self proclaimed "everyman investor") participated in an Investor Roundtable discussion, the highlights of which can be seen here.

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"The best part of this experience has bar none been getting emails and notes from the amazing men and women who support our cause.  Whether it's $100 or $100,000, each personal note touches us greatly and fuels not just our efforts to rapidly develop safe and effective therapies for large unmet needs, but it nourishes our soul," said Jim Iversen, Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical CEO.

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To learn more about the Community Round which ends at midnight July 31st, go to WeFunder.

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Tally Technology (www.PlayTally.com), the premier global fan engagement platform, has launched a global prediction game for the I-Tech Cup contest featuring UEFA Europa Conference League champions AS Roma and English Premier League giant Tottenham Hotspur.

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The I-Tech Cup, which takes place on 30 July at Sammy Ofer Stadium in Haifa, Israel, combines high quality sport with the best of ground-breaking technology, driving innovation in this space.

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Fans from across the globe can take part in Tally's prediction game based on the clash between the two European heavyweights. Available in any chosen language, it offers players a captivating prediction game containing a series of questions about potential outcomes from the game, with additional questions added at half-time. A leader board will be created, allowing fans to test their football knowledge against others. The game can be enjoyed by fans alongside the match action at http://www.play.predictionsgame.com.

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Tally's continuous fan engagement platform will host the pick'em style game. Utilized by sportsbooks, broadcasters, leagues and teams to drive fan engagement and retention through prediction games and trivia, the platform is designed to create new revenues streams through sponsorship activations, player conversion and data creation.

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Prior to kick-off in Israel, one of the major tech start-up hubs in the world, Tally will take part in an Innovation Expo, hosted by SportsTech, featuring a number of leading global solutions and promoting innovation that is set to mould the future of the sports industry.

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Brad Vettese, CEO of Tally, said: "Roma and Tottenham are teams with huge, loyal and global fanbases and this event offers a perfect opportunity for us to showcase the capabilities and utility of our fan engagement platform.

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"This contest is being used to showcase the most advanced fan technology in the world. It's an honor that Tally has been selected to create a game that tests the knowledge of football supporters, wherever they happen to be, strengthening our position as a leader in global sports engagement."

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Tally Technology was founded in 2018 as a free-to-play prediction game for brands, professional sports teams, leagues and media platforms seeking a turnkey fan engagement platform. As part of the natural game play, Tally is building a database of unique users and gathering data on those users' gaming, wagering, brand preferences, consumer spending and other insights.

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Over the past four years, Tally has recorded more than 20 million predictions from unique users across North, Central and South America. It is the fan engagement platform choice of some of the biggest names in sports, including the Los Angeles Rams, Green Bay Packers, Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Lakers, Atlanta Hawks, St Louis Blues, Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, Ceara and Atlético MG.

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Ric Flair and Kitchen Data Systems announced today that Wooooo! Wings, a new Delivery-1 restaurant brand, is open for business with locations in Nashville, Tennessee.

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The launch coincides with the weekend of "Ric Flair's Last Match," taking place on Sunday, July 31. After selling out The Nashville Fairgrounds in less than 24 hours, the event has moved to the 7,000+ seat Nashville Municipal Auditorium. "Ric Flair's Last Match" is being produced by Thuzio, a Triller Company, and will be streaming worldwide exclusively on FITE.

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Wooooo! Wings' legendary flavors and world championship wings are prepared by Kitchen Data Systems' (KDS) KitchPartner restaurants. KitchPartners belong to a network managed by KDS' proprietary software, which matches member restaurants with celebrities to launch new virtual dining experiences, bringing extra revenue streams for both brands and their restaurant KitchPartners.

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Customers will be able to order from the Wooooo! Wings menu via Uber Eats or Postmates, starting in Nashville and southern cities, then available throughout the U.S.

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"I love chicken wings and I really love flavors that hit you like a chop to the chest," said Flair. "To be the man, you've got to beat the man, and these championship wings and legendary flavors from Wooooo! Wings are THE MAN!"

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Wooooo! Wings jumps into the restaurant ring at an inflection point in the food industry, which saw a marked rise of delivery during COVID-19. At least once a week 80M U.S. households order delivery or takeout meals, while UBS' Evidence Lab projects the market to hit $365B by 2030. The Wooooo! Wings menu, developed by "Team Flair" in conjunction with KDS' in-house chef, celebrates one of the sport's most charismatic characters with flavors that match his personal brand. The virtual restaurant opens with competitive advantages, bringing a reach of over 25M+ weekly from a combination of Ric Flair's podcast, social media accounts and those of his "To Be the Man" podcast's network, Podcast Heat.

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"We're thrilled to bring the Wooooo! Wings virtual brand to life," commented Mike Jacobs, CEO and Founder of KDS. "With Wooooo! Wings, the flavors will be as legendary as Mr. Flair. KDS is all-in on virtual brands and all-in on Wooooo! Wings."

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Condor Outdoor has launched a new direct-to-consumer website www.condoroutdoor.com. This is the first time that Condor has sold directly to the public. The new site will provide a direct connection to first responders, making functional gear and apparel available for on and off duty.

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Serving the law enforcement and military community since the 1980s, owner Spencer Tien has life-long relationships with the Army-Navy industry and law enforcement. These relationships continue to be the cornerstone of Condor Outdoor today.

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"At Condor, we believe that affordability should not compromise quality and innovation should not compromise reliability," said owner Spencer Tien. "We are excited for the opportunity to serve our customers directly and raise Condor's brand awareness for our dealer community, which is the foundation of our business' success."

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In addition to the consumer website launch, Condor has upgraded its dealer ordering portal. The new dealer portal can be reached via the consumer website or by going directly to dealers.condoroutdoor.com and features faster site speeds, improved site security, as well as site experience enhancements. Condor is always looking expand our dealer network. New dealers can apply here.

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Today, Veterans Need Care Now, a grassroots coalition committed to reducing surgical wait times in U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities, released the results of a new survey of voters and veteran households that found veterans and their families continue to experience critical health care delays at VA facilities. The coalition, comprised of veteran and health care provider organizations, is urging the VA to take urgent action to ensure that veterans have timely access to surgical care in the VA healthcare system.  

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Six years after news reports and court documents first showed veterans were experiencing significant wait times accessing surgical and other healthcare in the Veterans Health Administration, a national omnibus survey conducted by Veterans Need Care Now has found that more than one in five (23%) of veteran households still report delays in securing VA health appointments and surgical procedures. Of these delays, 13% were viewed as major problems for veterans and their families.

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"As a service member for 30 years in the US Navy, I witnessed first-hand the outstanding capabilities and performance of CRNAs as well as the care they deliver, in a wide variety of environments. They should be able to give the same depth and scope of care for our Nation's veterans," said Captain Kathryn Beasley, US Navy - Retired.

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In 2016, the VA issued a final rule granting three of the four advanced practice registered nursing (APRN) specialties full practice authority, allowing them to practice to the full scope of their education and training, excluding only CRNAs. Since then, reports have continuously highlighted a lack of access to anesthesia services in the VA, which the APRN final rule cited as a reason to revisit the decision to leave CRNAs out. According to the Veterans Need Care Now survey, the vast majority (79%) of voters agree that the VA is not giving veterans the timely, quality care they deserve, with 55% agreeing strongly.

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"Today, more than 1,000 CRNAs, many of whom are veterans themselves, serve in the Veterans Health Administration, providing the highest quality care to our nation's veterans," said Dina Velocci, DNP, CRNA, APRN, AANA president. "Our veterans are enduring dangerously long wait times for anesthesia and other care – much of it due to the chronic underutilization of CRNAs in VA facilities. Veterans simply can't wait any longer. It's time for our leaders to act."

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Nationwide, CRNAs deliver more than 49 million anesthetics each year and practice in every setting from hospital emergency rooms to ambulatory surgical centers. CRNAs have historically provided much of the anesthesia to our active-duty military in combat arenas since World War I and predominate in veterans' hospitals and the U.S. Armed Services, where they enjoy full practice authority in every branch of the military.

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Start-ups are by nature the most dynamic types of business and embrace cultural and societal changes faster than the establishment. DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) is the catalyst of such changes and the cornerstone of Julia Stewart's entrepreneurial venture, the wellness brand, Alurx.

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During her forty years in the hospitality industry, she encountered many roadblocks when driving meaningful change. Ultimately, she realized that creating her own business embedded in DEI and adding "wellness for all" to her company's mission were the only way to ensure transformational change. As a female founder, Julia Stewart chose DEI as the fundamental principle and collective mission for her business, and added another essential component, Wellness. At Alurx, it means working with other female founders, partnering with minority businesses and creating opportunities for everyone who joins Alurx. Each team member's development and engagement in the brand is vital. Alurx's mission is to create proactive wellness plans, vetted by its medical council, and to help everyone who ultimately engages with the brand, to live healthier and longer lives. She insists that, "DEI&W is not a slogan—it is a mindset. We breathe it, live it, and work at it together, every day."

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She also calls on the healthcare industry to rethink their DEI approach, focus on wellness for team members and customers alike, and to address structural inequalities head on. She explains that committing to DEI&W should go well beyond implementing new HR policies to the standardized list of corporate do's and don'ts with the aim of improving team members' retention and appealing to ethically conscious consumers. DEI&W is about "walking the walk" and working together with other local and national companies to drive change faster.

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Julia Stewart and her team are building an all-in-one wellness hub and will launch the Alurx App in early 2023. This powerful new tool will guide people on their personalized wellness journey across all major need states, such as sleep health, skin health and mental health, with the support of the Alurx Medical & Expert Council.

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Setting the stage for success in the classroom starts with reliable morning routines the whole family can depend on. Establishing a plan for each day before heading off for work or school is beneficial for staying on time and organized, and many families' mornings start with a nutritious breakfast.

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This school year, add better-for-you breakfast recipes like Orange Oatmeal or an Orangeberry Smoothie to the menu. These morning meals are powered by 100% orange juice, a delicious option that helps fuel the body with essential nutrients that support a healthy immune system and overall diet quality with no added sugar.

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"A growing number of research studies has revealed children who regularly drink 100% orange juice have higher intakes of key nutrients, higher quality diets and may have healthier lifestyle habits, like greater physical activity levels, than children who do not drink OJ," said Dr. Rosa Walsh, director of scientific research at the Florida Department of Citrus. "Study after study confirms that 100% orange juice not only has a place in the diets of children, but it can also serve as an easy way for parents to provide key nutrients without fear of adverse effects on body weight when served in moderation."

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Consider these nutritional benefits of Florida Orange Juice, "The Original Wellness Drink."

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Diet Quality

Because 1 cup of 100% orange juice counts as 1 cup of fruit, it's an easy way to contribute to your children's fruit intake. As a kid-favorite, it's a nutrient-dense beverage that helps increase the intake of key nutrients including vitamin C, folate, thiamin, magnesium, potassium and, in fortified juices, vitamin D and calcium.

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Immune Support

When paired with a healthy lifestyle, Florida Orange Juice has vitamin C, vitamin D (in fortified juices) and phytonutrients (naturally occurring plant compounds) and may help support a strong immune system.

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• Vitamin C – Commonly associated with helping maintain and strengthen a healthy immune system by protecting cells and promoting the production and function of cells. One 6-8-ounce glass of OJ is an excellent source.
• Vitamin D – Plays an important role in regulating immune response and helps cells fight off bacteria and viruses that get into the body. One 6-8-ounce glass of fortified OJ is a good source.
• Plant Compounds, Flavonoids and Colorful Carotenoids – Work to support the immune system by helping to fight inflammation and helping cells communicate with each other, which can help strengthen immune response when encountering infection.

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No Added Sugar

Unlike foods and beverages that contain added sugars, the natural sugar in 100% orange juice contains vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. As one of nature's nutrient-rich foods, OJ is a convenient way to enhance whole fruit intake and reach daily recommendations. Plus, it can be used as a substitute for nutrient-poor foods and beverages, such as sugar-sweetened beverages, in the diets of children and adults.

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Find more information and recipe inspiration at FloridaCitrus.org/OJ.

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Orange Oatmeal
Servings: 4

1 1/2    cups water
1          cup Florida Orange Juice
1          cup quick cooking steel-cut oats
1          Florida Orange, peeled and diced
1          tablespoon agave nectar or honey
1/4       teaspoon cinnamon
1/4       teaspoon salt

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In medium saucepan over high heat, bring water and orange juice to boil.

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Add oats to boiling liquids.

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Return to boil then reduce to medium heat and cook uncovered 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

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Mix in orange, agave nectar, cinnamon and salt. Remove pan from heat; let stand 1 minute before serving.

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Orangeberry Smoothie
Servings: 1

1          cup Florida Orange Juice
1/2       cup frozen strawberries
4          ounces strawberry Greek yogurt
1/4       cup milk
           ice cubes
1          Florida Orange, sliced

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In blender, blend orange juice, strawberries, yogurt, milk and ice, as needed to reach desired consistency, until smooth.

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Pour into glass and garnish with orange slice.

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Gathering together to enjoy a meal at the family table or a sweet treat at the end of a long day is what time with loved ones is all about. Turning to beloved classics can bring everyone running to the kitchen to share the flavors of those familiar favorites.

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Savor the timeless taste of pasta with this Penne Alla Vodka, a classic dish high on flavor and low on hassle so you can have a meal ready in just 30 minutes. Plus, it offers an alternative to traditional recipes by using Country Crock Plant Cream, a new dairy-free substitute for heavy whipping cream perfect for using in a variety of your favorite dishes.

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Made with delicious plant-powered ingredients, it provides the taste of heavy whipping cream without the heaviness. As a 100% vegan, dairy-free and soy-free solution, it's a 1-for-1 swap for heavy whipping cream in cooking and baking recipes, making it ideal to have on hand year-round.

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When it's time to settle down for the night, end the day on a high note with the sweetness of Strawberry Shortcake. Toss strawberries with sugar, create your own whipped plant cream and make shortcakes from scratch for a true taste of home.

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Visit CountryCrock.com for more ways to elevate weeknight meals and desserts.

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Penne Alla Vodka

Prep time: 10 minutes

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Total time: 30 minutes

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Servings: 5

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1          tablespoon Country Crock Plant Butter with Olive Oil

1/2       cup chopped white or yellow onion

1/2       teaspoon finely chopped garlic

1/2       cup tomato paste

1          pinch red pepper flakes

1/4       cup (2 fluid ounces) vodka

16        fluid ounces Country Crock Plant Cream

1/4       cup (2 fluid ounces) water

3          cups dry penne pasta, cooked and drained

1/4       cup grated vegan Parmesan cheese

1/2       teaspoon kosher salt

1/4       cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves

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In pan over moderate heat, melt plant butter. Add onions and garlic. Cover and cook until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

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Add tomato paste and red pepper flakes. Cook until tomato paste starts to lightly brown.

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Add vodka and stir well, scraping bits of browned tomato paste from bottom of pan. Cook over high heat until liquid is reduced by about half to concentrate flavors.

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Add plant cream and water; stir to incorporate tomato paste evenly. Bring to simmer.

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Toss in cooked pasta. Add vegan Parmesan, salt and fresh basil.

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Strawberry Shortcake

Prep time: 20 minutes

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Cook time: 12 minutes

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Servings: 8

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Strawberries:

2          pounds strawberries, hulled and sliced

6          tablespoons sugar

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Whipped Plant Cream:

2          cups Country Crock Plant Cream, directly from refrigerator

2          tablespoons powdered sugar

2          teaspoons vanilla extract

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Shortcakes:

3/4       cup chilled Country Crock Plant Cream, plus additional for brushing, divided

1          tablespoon lemon juice

2          cups flour

2          tablespoons sugar

2          teaspoons baking powder

1/2       teaspoon baking soda

1/2       teaspoon salt

1/2       cup (1 stick) Country Crock Plant Butter Sticks with Avocado Oil, melted

1          tablespoon turbinado sugar

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To make strawberries: In bowl, toss sliced strawberries and sugar. Let berries sit 30 minutes-2 hours before serving.

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To make whipped plant cream: In chilled bowl, using electric hand mixer or stand mixer on high, whisk chilled plant cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract until plant cream thickens and stiff peaks form.

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To make shortcakes: Preheat oven to 475 F.

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In small bowl, mix 3/4 cup plant cream and lemon juice; set aside 2-3 minutes, or until it begins to curdle.

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In large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir in plant butter and plant cream mixture.

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Knead dough a few times then shape into 1-inch-tall circle. Cut circle into eight wedges. Transfer wedges onto baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush tops of biscuits generously with additional plant cream and sprinkle turbinado sugar on top.

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Bake 10-12 minutes, rotating sheet halfway through baking. Biscuits should be golden brown. Cool before assembling.

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Split each biscuit in half. Spoon strawberries over half of biscuits. Add dollop of whipped plant cream on top. Layer other biscuit halves on top followed by more strawberries and plant cream.

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Throughout the pandemic, teachers have gone above and beyond for their students, becoming not just educators, but also counselors, role models and friends to their students by supporting their overall well-being.

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Even so, only 52% of teachers feel valued by their communities, according to PDK International, a professional association for educators. What's more, teachers are more burnt out than ever, with 81% reporting their workloads have increased and 55% sharing they have less time for planning than before, according to a State of Teaching survey conducted by Adopt a Classroom.

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Heading back to school means stocking up on supplies, updating wardrobes and planning new routines for hassle-free mornings. This fall, as you prepare for the new school year, consider these ideas for supporting your children's teachers, too:

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Volunteer in the Classroom

With the extra roles and responsibilities many teachers have taken on in recent years, there aren't enough hours in the day to complete special projects or keep up with certain tasks. Ask teachers how you can lend a hand. That might mean spending some time physically in the classroom, or there may be ways you can support your children's classes from home, such as assembling instructional packets or researching field trip ideas.
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‍Recognize Teachers Who Go Above and Beyond
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Chances are good you know at least a few educators who have gone beyond the call of duty and made an exceptional impact on their students. Honoring their contributions shows appreciation for all they do. One way to demonstrate your gratitude is by nominating educators for Staples' fourth annual #ThankATeacher contest, which recognizes 20 stand-out educators who go above and beyond for their students. Winners' schools will be awarded $5,000 in classroom essentials for the upcoming school year. Learn more about how to nominate a teacher at staplesconnect.com/thankateacher or watch this video.

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Be a Partner in Your Child's Learning at Home

Supporting teachers isn't just about the classroom and supplies; you can also provide a helping hand by creating good habits and modeling the importance of education at home. Actions like creating routines that keep students on a comfortable, familiar schedule help teachers manage classrooms more effectively. You can also make communication with your children's teachers a priority so you're aware of concerns and can help address them early.

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Donate School Supplies

Often, teachers dip into their own income to create fun, engaging learning experiences and supplement student supplies when they run low. In fact, the average teacher spends $745 on supplies for their classrooms that are not covered by school budgets. According to Adopt a Classroom's State of Teaching survey, 71% of teachers spent more of their own money on classroom materials in 2022 than during the previous year.

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You can ask teachers what supplies they need, or you can give back to teachers through Staples' Classroom Rewards program. Join for free and earn 5% back on every qualifying purchase for you and 10% back of qualifying purchases to donate to local teachers. The program helps reduce teachers' out of pocket costs for their classrooms by allowing them to earn up to $2,000 a year.

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Attend School Board Meetings and Voice Support

Keeping tabs on the issues affecting your school district and teachers is an important part of monitoring and advocating for your children's education, but it's also a way for you to lend your support on topics affecting teachers. Stay informed about issues that matter to your children's teachers and support school board policies and actions that serve teachers' best interests.

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Louder.ai (www.louder.ai), a new, disruptive political and not-for-profit advertising technology platform, has announced that ads initially funded by a candidate, political action committee or any other cause can now "go viral" when supporters donate directly to the ad's budget with the click of a button after seeing it online.

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"We have launched a patent-pending, easy-to-use ad tech platform that essentially straps a booster rocket to any ad," said Louder.ai CEO William Gorfein. "The booster rocket gets refueled by supporters who see the digital ads and donate directly to fund the ad itself. That means that instead of an ad relying on its original budget to make a splash, the ad can continue to generate impressions. It's another way people can really get behind candidates, causes and messages they believe in. And we believe that Louder can be a significant factor in close political races where every advertising dollar matters."

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Louder.ai's advertising technology platform equips every ad with the ability to "go further," Gorfein added. "Now, the only question is, 'Do you want to launch ads that rely on your original ad budget, or do you want to spend the very same budget on ads that can be refueled by every single person who sees them?'"

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The initial seed funding for Louder.ai came from Proactive Capital Partners, a leading, New York-based institutional fund with a focus on high growth investments. Additional seed funding came from the Softeq Venture Studio, a Houston-based early stage investment fund founded by software pioneer and serial entrepreneur Chris Howard.

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We look for innovative and disruptive companies with scalable technologies," said Proactive Co-Founder Jeff Ramson. "Louder is an ideal platform for political candidates, political action committees and not-for-profits to spread their messaging far and wide. Especially given the current political climate, Louder is well positioned to be a major participant at the interface of the advertising and social networking sectors."

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Louder.ai used some of its early funding to submit multiple patent applications to protect its business processes and technology and to retain Attorney Scott Thomas, the former Federal Elections Commissioner for the Reagan, Bush and Clinton Administrations, as counsel. The Advisory Board includes Bret Siarkowski, one of the founders of Causemo, the not-for-profit data analytics company later acquired by The Pursuant Group.

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"We feel that Louder will become part of the fabric of political and cause-based advertising of every kind, around the world," Will Gorfein said. "We're building this company for speed, but also for the lasting value it will bring to candidates, campaigns, causes and individuals. This is a new way for people to speak their minds—by putting their money behind ads that say what they believe."

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