CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — School district officials who punished two parents for wearing pink wristbands marked “XX” during a soccer game featuring a transgender player defended their decision Friday at a hearing on whether they can take similar action while they are being sued. Kyle Fellers and Anthony Foote were banned from school grounds after the September game by officials who viewed the wristbands as intimidation or harassment of a transgender player. They later sued the Bow school district, and while the no-trespass orders have since expired, a judge is deciding whether the plaintiffs should be allowed to wear the wristbands and carry signs at upcoming school events, including basketball games, swim meets and a music concert, while the case proceeds. Both men testified Thursday that they didn’t intend to harass or otherwise target a transgender player on the opposing team, and their attorneys have argued they did nothing more than silently express their support for reserving girls’ sports for those born female. But school officials testified Friday that they had reason to believe the men wouldn’t stop there. Superintendent Marcy Kelley and Bow High School Athletic Director Michael Desiletes described receiving strongly-worded emails from Foote in which he called himself a “real leader” who was prepared to take action and seeing his social media posts urging others to attend the game. In the days leading up to the game, another parent told school officials she overheard others talk about showing up to the game wearing dresses and heckling the transgender player. “When we suspect there’s some sort of threat ... we don’t wait for it to happen,” Kelley said, comparing it to the way school officials wouldn’t wait until a fight broke out between two students to intervene if they got wind of it beforehand. Kelley also pushed back on the idea that the plaintiffs were simply expressing support for their daughters and their teammates in general, noting that they chose the one game involving a transgender player to begin wearing the wristbands. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.Suit filed against Silkbank-UBL merger proposal UBL building external view seen in this image. — Facebook@UBLUnitedBankLtd/File KARACHI: Park View Enclave (Private) Limited has filed a suit in the Sindh High Court against Shaukat Fayaz Tarin and other parties about the proposed amalgamation of Silkbank Limited with and into United Bank Limited, a bourse filing said on Thursday. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1700472799616-0'); }); “Park View Enclave (Private) Limited has filed Suit No 1384 of 2024 (suit) in the Sindh High Court at Karachi against Shaukat Fayaz Tarin and others in connection with the proposed amalgamation of Silkbank Limited with and into United Bank Limited (UBL) pursuant to a scheme of amalgamation to be sanctioned by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) under Section 48 of the Banking Companies Ordinance, 1962,” UBL said in a notice sent to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). “UBL has also been impleaded in the suit as a defendant,” the bank added. Earlier this month, the bank’s board of directors approved the Silkbank merger into UBL through a share swap arrangement.

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( MENAFN - EIN Presswire) From a landmark deal to fund conservation to chilling news about greenhouse gas emissions, 2024 was a rollercoaster year for the planet. Here's a closer look at some of the most memorable environmental moments of the last 12 months, shaped by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs)UNEP hosts that underpin the global environmental movement. Hundreds of migratory species in peril February Nearly half of the migratory species listed in a key UN treaty are in decline, finds a report from the UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre. More than one in five of those species are facing extinction, say researchers, who pin much of the blame on human-induced habitat loss. UN lauds groundbreaking efforts to restore nature February UNEP and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN recognize seven landmark initiatives that are reviving the natural world. From Pakistan to Peru, the efforts are expected to restore 40 million hectares of landscapes and seascapes and create 500,000 jobs. Torrent of trash inundating the planet February A UNEP-backed study finds that municipal waste is set to rise by two-thirds by 2050, with all that rubbish expected to weigh heavily on the environment and human health. Technology helps expose murky world of sand dredging February A new global monitoring system offers an unprecedented look at the shadowy – and environmentally destructive – world of sand dredging. The Marine Sand Watch uses satellite data, ground tracking stations and artificial intelligence to follow dredging ships around the world. Among other things, it finds that 16 per cent of dredging has occurred in marine reserves designed to protect plants and animals. UN Environment Assembly brings nations together March The sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) comes to a close, with countries agreeing to 15 resolutions designed to protect the planet. Among other things, nations promise to rein in pollution from chemicals, combat desertification, protect the ocean, reduce air pollution and better manage freshwater supplies. The result, observers say, demonstrates that despite deep geopolitical divisions, countries can still work together on the environment. Nations vow to limit emissions from building sector March Seventy countries agree to a set of principles designed to reduce the greenhouse emissions that come from the construction and operation of buildings. The sector is responsible for more than one-fifth of greenhouse gas emissions. UN launches effort to increase sustainability in minerals supply chain April UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres convenes a panel charged with developing a set of voluntary global principles covering the use of minerals critical to renewable energy technology . In September, the panel would release a report, Resourcing the Energy Transition , outlining its recommendations. New fund backs conservation efforts May China and UNEP launch the Kunming Biodiversity Fund , which is designed to support conservation-related projects around the world and support the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework , a landmark 2022 deal to halt and reverse nature loss. Island nations call for climate justice May More than three-dozen small-island developing states come together to hash out a plan for spurring sustainable development and tackling climate change, an existential threat for many nations. Courts order action on greenhouse gas emissions May In a series of precedent-setting decisions , courts and international tribunals rule that governments have a legal obligation to address climate change. The rulings come with environmental activists increasingly appealing to the courts to compel countries and businesses to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. A 2023 UNEP report found the number of such cases more than doubled from 2017 to 2022. Planet celebrates World Environment Day June World Environment Day showcases solutions to drought, desertification and land degradation. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia hosts the official celebrations on 5 June, while 4,000 other events take place in 150-plus countries. Heads of state and celebrities from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to actor Leonardo DiCaprio voiced their support for repairing damaged ecosystems. Report reveals depth of environmental crisis in Gaza June A UNEP environmental assessment finds the territory has been swamped in unprecedented levels of pollution, with sewage, debris and often-toxic munitions contaminating soil, water and the air caused by the unfolding conflict. The assessment says that environmental degradation is contributing to humanitarian suffering and risks irreversible damage to Gaza's natural ecosystems, noting that the conflict-related environmental impact could only be fully understood through more detailed sampling and analysis, which should be undertaken as soon as conditions permit. . Science-policy panel takes shape June During talks in Switzerland, countries move closer to creating a new body that would provide policymakers with science-based recommendations for dealing with pollution, chemicals and waste. The effort is designed to limit the often-catastrophic effects of pollution, which is responsible for 9 million premature deaths a year, according to the Lancet. In Nepal, tigers stage a comeback July Nepal's long-threatened population of tigers continues to grow thanks in a large part to an award-winning effort to restore their primary habitat. The initiative, which covers a part of the Himalayan foothills known as the Terai Arc, has helped tiger numbers triple since 2009. Preparing for the environmental challenges of tomorrow July UNEP's Navigating New Horizons identifies eight critical global shifts, including the emergence of digital technologies, that have major implications for the shared environment. The report is part of UNEP's growing efforts to anticipate and prepare for future challenges and opportunities. Swimmers return to Paris' Seine River August During the Summer Olympics in Paris, the Seine River plays host to several swimming events, marking the first time in a century the long-polluted waterway has been officially open to swimmers. The Seine's rebound – result of a US$1.5 billion cleanup operation – is seen as a sign of hope for other neglected waterways. Countries ink landmark deal to rekindle sustainable development September World leaders adopt the Pact for the Future, a ground-breaking international agreement designed to lay the foundation for a just, sustainable and peaceful global order. The environment features prominently in the accord, which emphasizes the need to transition away from fossil fuels, curtail plastic and chemical pollution, and safeguard biodiversity. Nations confront growing threat of superbugs September During the UN General Assembly in New York, countries vow to cut the number of deaths due to antimicrobial resistance, which claims nearly 5 million lives annually. Publication charts environmental fallout of AI September An issues note from UNEP casts a spotlight on the growing environmental footprint of artificial intelligence. The publication says the sprawling data centres that house AI servers churn out toxic electronic waste and are voracious consumers of water and electricity. It calls for a systemic global effort to catalogue those impacts. World tracking towards debilitating warming October UNEP's Emissions Gap Report 2024 reveals that the world is on pace for a potentially catastrophic temperature rise of between 2.6°C and 3.1°C this century, and that to keep alive the most ambitious goals of the Paris Agreement, greenhouse gas emissions must fall by more than 40 per cent by 2030. The report came just days before the World Meteorological Organization predicted 2024 would be the hottest year on record. Countries finalize long-awaited deal on financing conservation November At the UN Biodiversity Conference , nations reach a landmark agreement on digitally held genetic data that could channel tens of billions of dollars to conservation. Countries also make a milestone decision to strengthen the role of Indigenous Peoples and people of African descent in safeguarding biodiversity. On the sidelines of the conference, UNEP launches the Protected Planet Report , which concludes countries are making tangible progress in the effort to safeguard 30 per cent of the Earth by 2030 but need to speed up their work. Report calls for massive investments in climate adaption November Amid scorching heat, punishing droughts and record floods, UNEP's Adaptation Gap Report 2024 calls for countries to dramatically scale up the amount of money they devote to adapting to climate change. A few weeks later, at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), the world would agree to triple the amount of climate-related financing for developing countries and launch a centralized market for carbon trading. New system charts releases of potent greenhouse gas November With COP29 in full swing, UNEP reveals that a high-tech system it developed has pinpointed 1,200 major leaks of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. However action to now plug these leaks must accelerate. Countries advance agreement on plastic pollution December During talks in the Republic of Korea, countries move closer to finalizing a legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution, including in the marine environment. Representatives from more than 170 nations agree to a so-called Chair's Text , which will serve as starting point for renewed negotiations in 2025. Nations resolve to take on drought December At a UN conference to combat desertification, countries agree to commit US$12 billion to restoring land and improving drought resilience, while promising to ramp public and private financing for 80 drought-wracked nations. Dramatic changes needed to protect web of life December Fundamental shifts in how people interact with the natural world are urgently needed to safeguard life on Earth, warns a report by the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES). The report comes amid a biodiversity crisis that is seeing 1 million species pushed towards extinction. Meanwhile, another IPBES report examines the links between environmental, social and economic crises, and offers policymakers a suite of potential solutions. UNEP honours environmental pioneers December UNEP announces the six winners of the 2024 Champions of the Earth award, the UN's highest environmental honour. The awards recognize environmental pioneers helping to restore land, combat desertification and build resilience to drought. Laureates include Brazil's first female indigenous minister, and a Romanian environmental defender who has undertaken a decades-long campaign against illegal logging. Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above. MENAFN29122024003118003196ID1109040371 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. 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Shares of WiSA Technologies Inc. (WISA) jumped over 11% in mid-day trade on Thursday after it announced the acquisition of CompuSystems, a privately held company focused on management services for live events. The acquisition is expected to bring revenue between $13 million and $15 million, alongside projected EBITDA contributions of $3 million to $4 million in 2025. Nathaniel T. Bradley, CEO of Data Vault Holdings, emphasized the acquisition’s potential to enhance WiSA’s technological portfolio. In December, WiSA began embedding its ADIO technology into CompuSystems' M3 Expo Wallet App, setting the stage for a January 2025 rollout. Bradley highlighted the opportunity to combine WiSA's cutting-edge audio technology with CompuSystems' event data capabilities to create Web 3.0 assets. He also pointed out the potential for monetization through technologies such as WiSA’s cyber-secure Information Data Exchange and holographic-assisted virtual tours. On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around the WISA flipped to ‘bullish’ from ‘neutral’ a day ago, and chatter jumped to ‘extremely high’ from ‘normal’ levels as users on the platform applauded the acquisition of CompuSystems. https://stocktwits.com/Dipps/message/597873997 https://stocktwits.com/Trinitrade/message/597885736 The transaction's financial terms remain undisclosed, but the deal is expected to close around Jan. 31, 2025, pending customary conditions. This follows a previous stockholder-approved acquisition of Data Vault Holdings' intellectual property for 40 million shares of WiSA-restricted common stock and a $10 million three-year promissory note. After completing these transactions, WiSA plans to rebrand as Datavault Inc., focusing on two key areas – data technology and licensing for Web 3.0 applications and high-performance sound solutions. The company’s new strategy aims to broaden its market reach, serving industries ranging from biotech to sports and entertainment. While Thursday’s stock movement provides a short-term boost, WiSA shares remain down over 87% year-to-date. For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.< Read also: KULR Stock Hits Six-Year High On First-Ever Bitcoin Buy Worth $21M: Retail Eyes More Upside In 2025

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NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in WM Technology, Inc. ("WM Technology, Inc." or the "Company") MAPS of a class action securities lawsuit. CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of WM Technology, Inc. investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between May 25, 2021 and September 24, 2024. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team: https://zlk.com/pslra-1/wm-technology-inc-lawsuit-submission-form?prid=116416&wire=3 MAPS investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500. CASE DETAILS: According to the filed complaint, defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: defendants acted with scienter in that they knew that the public documents and statements issued or disseminated in the name of the Company were materially false and misleading; knew that such statements or documents would be issued or disseminated to the investing public; and knowingly and substantially participated, or acquiesced in the issuance or dissemination of such statements or documents as primary violations of the securities laws. These defendants by virtue of their receipt of information reflecting the true facts of the Company, their control over, and/or receipt and/or modification of the Company's allegedly materially misleading statements, and/or their associations with the Company which made them privy to confidential proprietary information concerning the Company, participated in the fraudulent scheme alleged herein. WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in WM Technology, Inc. during the relevant time frame, you have until December 16, 2024 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff. NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate. WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States. CONTACT: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Joseph E. Levi, Esq. Ed Korsinsky, Esq. 33 Whitehall Street, 17th Floor New York, NY 10004 jlevi@levikorsinsky.com Tel: (212) 363-7500 Fax: (212) 363-7171 www.zlk.com © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

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Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Florida) recently bought shares of Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX). In a filing disclosed on November 20th, the Representative disclosed that they had bought between $1,001 and $15,000 in Baxter International stock on November 18th. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz also recently made the following trade(s): Baxter International Stock Up 0.7 % NYSE BAX opened at $33.21 on Friday. The business has a fifty day moving average price of $36.21 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $35.67. The stock has a market capitalization of $16.96 billion, a PE ratio of 166.06, a PEG ratio of 12.91 and a beta of 0.60. Baxter International Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $31.60 and a fifty-two week high of $44.01. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.31, a current ratio of 1.43 and a quick ratio of 1.09. Baxter International Cuts Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, January 2nd. Shareholders of record on Friday, November 29th will be given a dividend of $0.17 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, November 29th. This represents a $0.68 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.05%. Baxter International’s dividend payout ratio is currently 580.03%. Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of research analysts have recently commented on BAX shares. JPMorgan Chase & Co. dropped their price target on Baxter International from $44.00 to $42.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, August 7th. Wells Fargo & Company dropped their target price on Baxter International from $44.00 to $40.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday, August 7th. The Goldman Sachs Group boosted their price target on Baxter International from $36.00 to $40.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, August 8th. Stifel Nicolaus lowered their price objective on Baxter International from $46.00 to $38.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Monday, November 11th. Finally, StockNews.com downgraded shares of Baxter International from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, November 11th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have issued a hold rating and three have issued a buy rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $40.91. View Our Latest Analysis on BAX Institutional Investors Weigh In On Baxter International Several large investors have recently modified their holdings of BAX. LSV Asset Management acquired a new stake in Baxter International during the 2nd quarter worth about $140,296,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp grew its stake in Baxter International by 73.2% during the second quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 6,772,533 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock worth $226,541,000 after purchasing an additional 2,862,626 shares during the period. Thompson Siegel & Walmsley LLC bought a new stake in Baxter International in the second quarter worth approximately $67,263,000. Coho Partners Ltd. bought a new stake in Baxter International in the third quarter worth approximately $57,229,000. Finally, Shapiro Capital Management LLC lifted its stake in Baxter International by 19.7% in the second quarter. Shapiro Capital Management LLC now owns 3,285,048 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock valued at $109,885,000 after buying an additional 541,575 shares during the period. 90.19% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. About Representative Wasserman Schultz Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democratic Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Florida’s 25th Congressional District. She assumed office on January 3, 2023. Her current term ends on January 3, 2025. Wasserman Schultz (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Florida’s 25th Congressional District. She declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on August 20, 2024. Wasserman Schultz was first elected to the U.S. House in 2004 from District 20. She previously represented District 34 of the Florida State Senate from 2003 to 2004, District 32 of the Florida State Senate from 2001 to 2003, and District 97 of the Florida House of Representatives from 1993 to 2001. She served as one of the Chief Deputy Whips of the Democratic caucus for the 113th Congress. She also served as the chair of the Democratic National Committee. On July 24, 2016, Wasserman Schultz announced that she would resign her leadership position at the end of the party’s convention. Wasserman Schultz was considered a possible candidate in 2016 for U.S. Senate. However, she announced on March 17, 2015, that she would not seek the Senate seat and would instead run for re-election to the House. Debbie Wasserman Schultz was born in Forest Hills, New York. Wasserman Schultz graduated from Half Hollow Hills High School East in 1984. She earned a B.A. and M.A. from the University of Florida in 1988 and 1990, respectively. Wasserman Schultz’s career experience includes working as a staffer to former U.S. Representative Peter Deutsch. Baxter International Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) Baxter International Inc, through its subsidiaries, develops and provides a portfolio of healthcare products worldwide. The company operates through four segments: Medical Products and Therapies, Healthcare Systems and Technologies, Pharmaceuticals, and Kidney Care. The company offers sterile intravenous (IV) solutions; infusion systems and devices; parenteral nutrition therapies; generic injectable pharmaceuticals; surgical hemostat and sealant products, advanced surgical equipment; smart bed systems; patient monitoring and diagnostic technologies; and respiratory health devices, as well as advanced equipment for the surgical space, including surgical video technologies, precision positioning devices, and other accessories. 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Catherine, Princess of Wales is to host her annual Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey on Friday, her biggest event in her return to royal duties after ending her chemotherapy. A specially-designed illustration by British artist Charlie Mackesy - which embodies the service's themes of kindness, love and empathy - will feature on the Order of Service. Families affected by the Southport knife attack will be among the 1,600 guests at the event. It comes at the end of a difficult year for Catherine, after her cancer diagnosis in March, followed by months of treatment. The illustration says: "How did I help?" with the answer "you were by my side, which was everything" - expressing the carol concert's message of showing solidarity for those in need. The children's illustrator, who is is known for his bestselling book The Boy, The Mole, The Fox And The Horse, said: "I hope it reminds us of the beauty of being there for each other at Christmas." Ahead of the carol concert, Kate sent a letter to guests calling for "love, not fear". Each stage of Kate's return to the public eye has made headlines, but this week will have seen her at two major events - the emir of Qatar's state visit and this Together at Christmas carol service. And more than any of the events so far this year, this concert will place the princess centre stage rather than in a supporting role. This will be her big personal moment - after a year of health worries described by the Prince of Wales as "brutal" for their family. There will be famous performers at the concert, including Richard E Grant, Paloma Faith, Olivia Dean and Gregory Porter, along with guests who have worked hard to help others in their communities. It is intended to show support for those who have had tough years, including families of those caught up in the Southport knife attacks, whom the princess visited in October. Olympic and world-champion cyclist Sir Chris Hoy, who also received a cancer diagnosis this year, will be among those lighting candles. But much of the focus will be on Catherine, Prince William and other Royal Family members at the service. The language in the run-up to the carol concert has been strikingly emotional, calling for greater empathy for those facing difficulties. "Love is the light that can shine bright, even in our darkest times," Catherine wrote in a letter to guests invited to the concert, which is being recorded for an ITV programme on 24 December. In her letter, Catherine writes about the importance of compassion, "gentle words or a receptive ear, an arm around an exhausted shoulder, or silently being by someone's side", and "the love that we show ourselves and the love we show others - love that listens with empathy, love that is kind and understanding, love that is forgiving, and love that brings joy and hope". And guests will be able to leave a message on a "kindness tree" outside the abbey. Whether a reflection of her own experiences of ill health in such a high-profile role, or addressing a social-media generation that expects more emotional openness, it is a very different tone from traditionally understated royal messages. It has a similarly personal approach to Catherine's video on social media in September, when she announced she had finished her chemotherapy treatment, with its message of hopeful endurance: "Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright."Wingham area raises $3.6 million for new CT scanner