One of the most common refrains of the Trump era is the cruelty is the point. And it may be hard to argue otherwise, especially now with the images we've seen when it comes to the Trump administration's immigration policies. That ruthlessness has been on display for all to see for weeks.First, there was the horrifying footage of Narcisso Baranco, father of Marine veteran Alejandro Barco, seen in a now viral video being pinned to the floor by masked federal agents arresting him while he was working his lands ...

We have an important update now on the story of a Venezuelan asylum seeker who had a rare major surgery and was deported to El Salvador and his family has no idea where he is. Joining me now, NBC's David Noriega in Los Angeles. David, what have you learned.Alex, so just to quickly recap, Blime Bermisad is a Venezuelan man who was deported to El Salvador weeks after undergoing a surgery to remove his entire right lung. Now, he's presumed to be at Secot, that supermax prison, mega prison in El Salvador, where ...

Core Insights - Natural Grocers is promoting its offerings for the July 4th holiday, emphasizing affordable prices and seasonal products to enhance celebrations [1][4] - The company has introduced a rewards program called {N}power, which provides members with exclusive discounts and promotions [2][5] - A collection of festive recipes has been curated to help customers prepare for Independence Day celebrations [3][6] - The company is planning additional summer savings events beyond July 4th, including a "Splash into Savings Event" [4] Promotions and Offers - From June 27 to July 3, Natural Grocers is offering various deals on grilling essentials and summer treats [1][5] - {N}power members can enjoy a 10% discount on alcohol purchases at select locations during the same promotional period [5][9] - A "Spend and Win" promotion allows {N}power members who spend $100 or more to enter a sweepstakes for a chance to win prizes, including a trip to Lake Tahoe [5][10] Product Highlights - Featured products include Field Roast Select Plant-Based Sausages priced at $4.29 per pack and Pederson's Natural Farms Old-World Pork Kielbasa at $5.15 per pack [5] - Other highlighted items include Siete Potato Chips for $2.59 and Woodstock Organic Kosher Pickles for $4.69 [5] Company Overview - Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. was founded in 1955 and operates as a specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries, body care products, and dietary supplements [7] - The company adheres to strict quality guidelines, ensuring products are free from artificial ingredients and only sell USDA-certified organic produce [7] - Natural Grocers has 169 stores across 21 states and is committed to community engagement and employee welfare, investing over $15 million in employee compensation in fiscal year 2024 [7]

Core Insights - Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. has appointed David Weizenbach as Chief Operating Officer effective July 1, 2025, to support the company's expansion and pilot-scale execution [1][3][4] Company Overview - Aduro Clean Technologies specializes in clean technology, transforming lower-value feedstocks such as waste plastics and heavy bitumen into valuable resources using patented water-based technologies [7] Leadership Appointment - David Weizenbach brings over 30 years of experience in engineering leadership and operations, including 25 years at NOVA Chemicals, where he developed expertise in process automation and capital project delivery [2][5] - His recent consulting role with Aduro involved operational planning and scale-up strategy, facilitating a smooth transition into the COO position [3][4] Operational Focus - Weizenbach's leadership is expected to enhance the commissioning of the Next Generation Process (NGP) pilot plant and establish a foundation for demonstration-scale facilities and commercial deployment [2][4][6] - His background in managing complex technical environments and guiding organizations through technology transitions will be crucial for Aduro's operational framework [2][6] Technology and Innovation - Aduro's Hydrochemolytic™ Technology operates at relatively low temperatures and costs, utilizing water as a critical agent to convert low-value feedstocks into higher-value resources [7]

[Music] [Applause] The full title of this speech is Jam Today unlocking the power of meanwhile use. Here's a a photograph a most powerful photograph of a greenhouse um which has been left derelict for 20 20 odd years and it just sits there and slowly crumbles away. One of the things which I am so concerned about in all walks of life is about waste.Now a lot of waste that we see uh today uh in fast fashion, it vanishes. It's over there somewhere. It's hidden away.it goes out to some East African uh country a ...

Bueno, antes de de comenzar, si me permiten, vamos a hacer un ejercicio y les voy a pedir que si se pueden poner todos las manos en la cabeza, ¿vale. Tranquilos, que no es un atraco, ¿vale. Bueno, pues así se quedó mi madre cuando le dije que que no iba a estudiar.[Aplausos] Y la risa que tienen ustedes ahora es la que tuvo mi abuelo cuando le dije que quería ser panadero. Y esta historia es real y es de verdad, parece de risa. A mi madre no le pareció tan gracioso.Y la realidad es que aquí somos tres herma ...

Not for distribution to U.S. news wire services or dissemination in the United States. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascot Resources Ltd. (TSX: AOT; OTCQX: AOTVF) (“Ascot” or the “Company”) provides a further update related to the restart of operations at the Premier Gold Project ("PGP" or the "Project"), located on Nisga'a Nation Treaty Lands in the prolific Golden Triangle of northwestern British Columbia. As discussed in the Company’s May 12th news release, Ascot has been ...

Core Insights - MetLife, Inc. is expanding its Upwise benefits experience platform through a partnership with Nayya, making it available to employers via the Workday Marketplace starting October 1, 2025 [1][7]. Group 1: Upwise Platform Expansion - Upwise will be offered at no additional cost to employers who include MetLife's Accident, Hospital Indemnity, or Critical Illness insurance products in their benefits packages [2]. - The platform aims to address the benefits 'confusion gap' affecting the workforce, with 64% of employees reporting it simplifies their benefits decision-making process [3]. Group 2: Strategic Implications - This initiative reflects MetLife's strategy to enhance customer satisfaction and retention rates by streamlining the benefits decision-making process [4]. - The expansion is expected to increase the uptake of MetLife's Employee Benefit plans, potentially leading to higher premiums for the insurer [5]. Group 3: Financial Performance - MetLife's total premiums increased by 16.6% year over year in Q1 2025 [5]. - The company's shares have gained 12.5% over the past year, outperforming the industry growth of 10.4% [6].

Core Insights - Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. has launched a new Vertical Stainless Bright Anneal Line at its Coshocton Works facility, representing a $150 million investment aimed at producing premium stainless steel for high-end automotive and critical appliance applications [1][8] - The new annealing line utilizes a 100% hydrogen atmosphere, replacing traditional acid-based processing, and includes a hydrogen recovery unit to enhance efficiency [1][2] - The stainless steel segment has been a consistent profit driver for Cleveland-Cliffs, and this new line is expected to improve quality and productivity, thereby enhancing profitability prospects [2] Financial Performance - Cleveland-Cliffs shares have decreased by 52.2% over the past year, while the Zacks Steel Producers industry has seen a decline of 30% [3] - The company anticipates a reduction of approximately $50 per net ton in steel unit costs for 2025, an increase from the previous expectation of a $40 reduction, primarily due to the idling of underperforming assets [4] - Projected capital expenditures for the company are around $625 million, down from an earlier estimate of $700 million [4] Market Position - Cleveland-Cliffs currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [5] - In the basic materials sector, better-ranked stocks include Carpenter Technology Corporation, Centrus Energy Corp., and Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. [5]

Since opening its doors at the corner of South Boulevard and 33rd St. in 2015, Natural Grocers has been a trusted source for high-quality, affordable organic and natural groceries, supplements, and household essentials for South Edmond, Oklahoma Christian University students, University of Central Oklahoma students, and the communities of Witcher, Lake Aluma, and Arcadia. The company, founded in 1955, remains committed to its Five Founding Principles providing: Nutrition Education, Quality Products, Always ...