No. 2 Ohio State takes control in the 2nd half and runs over No. 5 Indiana 38-15Eagles Teaching Giants Key Lesson On QBsKUWAIT: Khalifa Al-Ajeel, Minister of Commerce and Industry and Abdullatif Al-Meshari, Minister of State for Municipality Affairs and Housing, conducted a field inspection at Souq Al-Mubarakiya on Thursday to boost consumer protection and combat commercial fraud, Kuwait News Agency reported. This visit coincides with the ongoing Khaleeji Zain 26 Gulf Cup in Kuwait. During the tournament, the souq has transformed into a vibrant hub for football fans from across the Gulf, who have shared videos of their team spirit, impromptu football games, and lively celebrations on social media. Fans have also embraced the local culture, sampling dishes, shopping for souvenirs, and enjoying the atmosphere. The inspection, joined by Ministry of Commerce Undersecretary Ziyad Al-Najim and acting Director-General of Kuwait Municipality Manal Al-Asfour, is part of a regulatory campaign to ensure compliance with commercial laws. The ministers focused on verifying product prices, checking the quality and expiration dates of goods, and ensuring proper invoicing by merchants to prevent fraud. This initiative reflects Kuwait’s commitment to maintaining a transparent and consumer-friendly market during the tournament.
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Burt, the huge crocodile that rose to fame with a cameo in the movie “Crocodile Dundee” and continued to impress visitors with his fiery temper and commanding presence, has died. Burt died over the weekend, the Crocosaurus Cove reptile aquarium in Darwin, , said. He was at least 90 years old. “Known for his independent nature, Burt was a confirmed bachelor — an attitude he made clear during his earlier years at a crocodile farm,” Crocosaurus Cove wrote in social media posts. “He wasn’t just a crocodile, he was a force of nature and a reminder of the power and majesty of these incredible creatures. While his personality could be challenging, it was also what made him so memorable and beloved by those who worked with him and the thousands who visited him over the years,” the aquarium wrote. A , Burt was estimated to be more than 5 meters (16 feet) long. He was captured in the 1980s in the Reynolds River and became one of the most well-known crocodiles in the world, according to Crocosaurus Cove. The 1986 movie stars Paul Hogan as the rugged crocodile hunter Mick Dundee. In the movie, American Sue Charlton, played by actress Linda Kozlowski, goes to fill her canteen in a watering hole when she is attacked by a crocodile before being saved by Dundee. Burt is briefly shown lunging out of the water. But the creature shown in more detail as Dundee saves the day is apparently something else. The Internet Movie Database says the movie goofed by depicting an American alligator, which has a blunter snout. The Australian aquarium where Burt had lived since 2008 features a “Cage of Death” which it says is the nation's only crocodile dive. It said it planned to honor Burt's legacy with a commemorative sign “celebrating his extraordinary life and the stories and interactions he shared throughout his time at the park.”
Shocking new scandal rocks family of iconic 'richest little girl in the world' Doris Duke By BETHAN SEXTON FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 21:44 GMT, 23 December 2024 | Updated: 22:01 GMT, 23 December 2024 e-mail 16 View comments From the moment she was born, 'million dollar baby' Doris Duke captured the world's attention. Her father James Buchanan Duke's vast American Tobacco empire meant she was always destined for a life of luxury. Her standing only increased upon his death in 1925, when at age 12 she inherited his $80 million fortune, equivalent to about $1.4billion today. The sum earned Duke the moniker 'the richest little girl in the world' and sparked an enduring fascination her with her life , which turned out to be as outsized as her fortune. From becoming a competitive surfer to a turn as a World War II spy, Duke's colorful antics and statuesque beauty ensured she remained a celebrity until her death in 1993 at the age of 80. Amid the glitz and glamor lie murkier episodes, including a fateful night where she fatally ran over her best friend but mysteriously avoided murder charges. Now her family has been thrust back into the spotlight again, after one of her heirs was ordered to pay his mom's ex-husband $2.2 million over claims he stole from him. Doris Duke was dubbed the 'million dollar baby' when she was born in 1912 owing to her father's vast tobacco empire Walker Patterson Inman III, 26, was accused of stealing a movie manuscript and an unfinished book from his former stepfather, Randy Allen Thompson, 60. Inman and his twin sister, Georgia Inman, are both heirs to Duke's vast Lucky Strike fortune, which remains significant despite dwindling over the decades. Thompson was briefly married to the twins' mom, Daisha Inman, and says he had written the drafts based on the her life story and the twins' chaotic upbringing at the hands of their biological father. The legal battle is just the latest saga in the family's storied history. Duke was born in New York City in 1912 to her parents 'JB' Duke and his wife Nananline Holt Inman, who already had a son from her previous marriage. While JB lavished his 'little duchess' with gifts and attention, his wife was cold and withdrawn - favoring her son Walker Inman in spite of his tearaway tendencies. Duke spent much of her childhood growing up on her father's New Jersey estate, Duke Farms, and became so attached to the property that she sued her mother in 1927 to prevent it from ever being sold. Duke, a New York socialite who died in 1993, was known as the 'richest girl in the world' for the inheritance left to her by her father, who founded American Tobacco She led an exciting life that included signing up to help the US Navy during the World War II Heiress Doris Duke with her first husband, James Cromwell, in Atlantic City. She married twice in her lifetime Upon receipt of her initial chunk of inheritance, Duke began the first of her philanthropic endeavors, which covered everything from horticulture to heritage preservation. In the 1980s, Duke donated $2 million to her namesake university to help with research into the AIDS crisis. She was also a huge benefactor of the arts and enjoyed friendships with the likes of Andy Warhol. In the 1930s she built Shangri La, a Honolulu estate that housed prestigious works of Islamic art she had amassed while on her world-tour honeymoon with first husband James Cromwell. The trip culminated with a stay in Hawaii, where Duke developed a love of surfing, a craft she learned from master surfer Duke Kahanamoku. While the heiress was not the first female surfer, she was among the most prominent and helped pioneer the sport. Her days were spent flitting between her palatial homes across the US, collecting art and plants in a private Boeing jet she had redecorated. But Duke was also committed to a life beyond excess. During the Second World War, she joined up with the United Seamen's Service and was shipped off to Egypt to help run staff canteens working for $1 a year. An aerial view of Duke's home in Hawaii that housed her impressive art collection Upon her death, Duke left nearly all of her $1 billon estate to the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, which remains a major force in the philanthropic world She thrived in her life overseas and relocated to Europe, where she enlisted as a spy. But she became disinterested with the assignments and began writing dispatches for International News Service, and was often seen zipping around Rome on a bicycle. Duke's style and beauty meant that she was beloved on the social scene. But the death of her best friend interior designer Eduardo Tirella threatened to blight her reputation forever. On a fateful night in 1966, Tirella had jumped out of a car to open the wrought-iron gates to Duke's Rhode Island mansion. As he did so, Duke shifted from the passenger seat and the vehicle lurched forward, crushing 42-year-old Tirella to death. The incident was officially ruled an accident just hours later, but many have harbored suspicion over what really happened. Tirella, who had helped curate Duke's homes and art collection, was an up-and-coming set designer who was reportedly growing tired of only working for the wealthy heiress. She was never formally charged and the death continues to inspire speculation. Walker P Inman III, heir to famed tobacco heiress Doris Duke, has been ordered to pay his mom's ex-husband $2.2 million over claims he stole from him. Pictured: Inman on Dr. Phil in 2015 Inman is heir to the fortune along with his twin sister, Georgia Inman, pictured in 2015 Duke married twice during her life, but was known to have many dalliances over the years. Her first marriage to aspiring politician Cromwell produced a daughter, Arden, who was born premature and died a day after her birth. Duke then wed Dominican diplomat and notorious playboy Porfirio Rubirosa in 1947, although they divorced a year later. Duke's other lovers included actor Errol Flynn, jazz pianist Joe Castro and writer Louis Bromfield among others. She died of a stroke in following several surgeries in 1993. She was cremated and her ashes were spread in the Pacific Ocean, per her last request. Upon her death, she left nearly all of her $1 billon estate to the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, which remains a major force in the philanthropic world. Since she had no surviving biological children, part of the Duke fortune went into trust funds for the Inman twins that were not accessible until they turned 21. The trusts were previously the subject of a legal dispute between the bank JP Morgan and the twins' mom, Daisha, who was accused of frittering away the fortune before her children were of age. Duke was a jazz lover and a benefactor of the arts, often hosting concerts at her opulent homes Duke's family home in Rhode Island now serves as a museum open to the public A family tree showing the Inman twins' connection to the American Tobacco fortune The siblings' upbringing was tumultuous , with both reporting immense cruelty and neglect at the hands of their addict father, Walker Inman Jr. It was their mother's plot to liberate them from Inman Jr.'s sprawling Wyoming estate following his death from a methadone overdose in 2010 that inspired their former stepfather to produce his 'stolen' manuscripts. In his lawsuit, Thompson alleges that Walker P. Inman III stole the copies from his art studio in Lincoln City, Oregon in 2020. U.S. Magistrate Judge Mustafa T. Kasubhai found that Inman III, who had not responded to the court action, was liable and ordered him to pay $2 million in damages as well as $200,000 for emotional distress. Inman III and his mom told Oregon Live they were never notified of the lawsuit and denied any wrongdoing. 'My son never stole or broke into anywhere,' Daisha told the outlet. The heir added he came into possession of the manuscript via a friend of Thompson's, who told him he found it in a box containing other paperwork related to a custody battle over him and his sister. 'This box - it's my life. It became my property,' Inman III said. However, Judge Kasubhai noted that Thompson had reported a burglary from his studio and that the door had been 'forcibly opened' and a filing cabinet was stolen, with several valuable items left behind. Duke was just 12 when she inherited $80 million, sparking a sustained fascination with her colorful life Duke pictured with Eduardo Tirella before she 'accidentally' mowed him down outside her Rhode Island home Tirella was crushed by Duke's station wagon after he jumped out to open the front gates of her Rhode Island mansion in 1966 'Plaintiff has presented uncontroverted evidence that Defendant was one of only two people Plaintiff was aware of that knew what was in the filing cabinet taken from his art studio,' Judge Kasubhai wrote. He added that Inman III appeared to have posted images of the artifacts on Facebook. As part of his filings, Thompson submitted emails which he claimed showed Inman taunting him about having the manuscripts in his possession. Thompson also submitted a copy of a 2007 contract between him and Daisha handing over the rights to write about her story. Daisha has since said she was 'naive' as to what this really meant. She and Thompson were married for less than a year and a half and broke up after she found out he was a registered sex offender. Thompson was convicted of unlawful sexual contact with two minors in Washington in 1986. However, he has continued to live at a Lincoln City home owned by Daisha. She has since said she plans to try to evict him. Meanwhile, Thompson claims he tried for several years to get the manuscripts back, to no avail. Daisha Inman is the mother of the heirs to Duke's fortune. She was briefly married to Randy Allen Thompson, who is suing her son over the alleged theft of manuscripts The Inman twins were in the care of their drug addict father until his death from a methadone overdose in 2010 It may still prove challenging for Thompson to collect, as he must demonstrate that Inman III has the assets to pay up. The heir and his mom maintain they were not contacted about the lawsuit, despite court records indicating that emails were sent to several attorneys associated with the family. Utah-based attorney Justin D. Heideman, who represents the family, also insisted he did not receive notice and told Oregon Live he plans to file a motion to have the judgement reconsidered. 'Obviously we disagree,' Heideman said. 'We will be moving to set it aside.' Wyoming Share or comment on this article: Shocking new scandal rocks family of iconic 'richest little girl in the world' Doris Duke e-mail Add commentThe Dallas Cowboys are shutting down CeeDee Lamb for the rest of the season after the star wideout played through a shoulder injury for nearly two months. Lamb initially sprained the AC joint in his right shoulder on Nov. 3 but has not missed any of the Cowboys' first 15 games this season. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. 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NEW YORK and LONDON , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearl Diver Credit Company Inc. PDCC (the "Company") today announced that it has priced an underwritten public offering of 1,200,000 shares of its 8.00% Series A Preferred Stock Due 2029 (the "Preferred Shares") at a public offering price of $25 per share, which will result in net proceeds to the Company of approximately $28.8 million after payment of underwriting discounts and estimated offering expenses payable by the Company. The Preferred Shares are rated 'BBB' by Egan-Jones Ratings Company, an independent rating agency. In addition, the Company has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 180,000 Preferred Shares pursuant to the same terms and conditions. PDCC (PRNewsfoto/Pearl Diver Credit Company Inc.)" alt="Pearl Diver Credit Company Inc. PDCC (PRNewsfoto/Pearl Diver Credit Company Inc.)"> The offering is expected to close on December 18, 2024 , subject to customary closing conditions. The Company intends to list the Preferred Shares on the New York Stock Exchange within 30 days of the original issue date under the symbol "PDPA." Lucid Capital Markets, LLC ("Lucid"), B. Riley Securities, Inc. and Kingswood Capital Partners, LLC are acting as joint book-running managers and InspereX LLC and Janney Montgomery Scott LLC are acting as lead managers for the offering. Investors should consider the Company's investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. The preliminary prospectus, which has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), contains this and other information about the Company and should be read carefully before investing. The information in the preliminary prospectus and this press release is not complete and may be changed. The preliminary prospectus and this press release are not offers to sell these securities and are not soliciting an offer to buy these securities in any state where such offer or sale is not permitted. A registration statement relating to these securities is on file with and has been declared effective by the SEC. Copies of the preliminary prospectus (and the final prospectus, when available) may be obtained by writing to Lucid Capital Markets, LLC, 570 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York 10022, by calling Lucid toll-free at 646-362-0256 or by sending an e-mail to Lucid at prospectus@lucid.com . Copies also may be obtained on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov . Egan-Jones Ratings Company is a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO). A security rating is not a recommendation to buy, sell or hold securities, and any such rating may be subject to revision or withdrawal at any time by the applicable rating agency. About Pearl Diver Credit Company Inc. Pearl Diver Credit Company Inc. PDCC is an externally managed, non-diversified, closed-end management investment company. Its primary investment objective is to maximize its portfolio's total return, with a secondary objective of generating high current income. The Company seeks to achieve these objectives by investing primarily in equity and junior debt tranches of CLOs collateralized by portfolios of sub-investment grade, senior secured floating-rate debt issued by a large number of distinct US companies across several industry sectors. The Company is externally managed by Pearl Diver Capital LLP. For more information, visit www.pearldivercreditcompany.com . Forward-Looking Statements This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements and are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described in the prospectus and the Company's other filings with the SEC. The Company undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statement made herein. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. NOT FDIC INSURED • NO BANK GUARANTEE • MAY LOSE VALUE Investor Contact: Info@Pearldivercap.com UK: +44 (0)20 3967 8032 US: +1 617 872 0945 View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/pearl-diver-credit-company-inc-prices-offering-of-series-a-preferred-stock-302330836.html SOURCE Pearl Diver Credit Company Inc. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.The report builds on Governor Kathy Hochul's efforts to advance New York's global reputation as the place where businesses come to grow, innovate, and create the future of emerging technologies. NEW YORK , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (NYSE: IBM ) – The Emerging Technology Advisory Board (ETAB) today released its first report to elevate New York as an AI leader. The report provided recommendations to bolster the State's commitment to responsible development and implementation of AI. First introduced by Governor Kathy Hochul in June 2024 , the ETAB was established as an independent advisory board to chart the course for a thriving emerging technology ecosystem in New York State . The Advisory Board is co-chaired by IBM Chief Executive Officer Arvind Krishna and Girls Who Code Chief Executive Officer Dr. Tarika Barrett and is comprised of leaders from the private sector and nonprofit and foundation organizations. With input from over 40 external stakeholders and experts, the report details how New York is well-positioned to be at the forefront of AI advancement. This includes leveraging its robust economy, extensive tech talent pool, academic excellence, legacy for innovation, and groundbreaking investments in AI and AI-adjacent industries. In reviewing the state's current landscape, the Advisory Board also identified potential challenges, such as ensuring the workforce is equipped with the skills and resources necessary to succeed in the age of AI. The ETAB took a deeper look at how these challenges could impact New York organizations and communities – and, based on these insights, proposed three ambitions for the State of New York : Guided by these ambitions, the report sets forth nine recommendations – each backed by a thorough framework and next steps – designed to foster public-private partnerships and balance priorities of timely impact and sufficient scale necessary to help drive responsible AI adoption in New York . " New York State is furthering its legacy of innovation and invention for the rest of the world to follow, setting a standard of greatness – and we've only just begun," Governor Hochul said. "Since the beginning of my administration I have been laser-focused on bringing good paying jobs to this state, which is why we need ethical and responsible AI that improves the lives of all New Yorkers and delivers accessible, equitable and future proof jobs with it. I want to thank the members of the Emerging Technology Advisory Board, who took the time to form these recommendations. I look forward to reviewing the report and to working with experts and stakeholders from every sector as we forge an equitable and dynamic future for AI in New York ." "The Emerging Technology Advisory Board has delivered on its first goal to provide a blueprint that positions New York as a frontrunner in trustworthy AI," said Arvind Krishna . "This comprehensive set of recommendations will help drive an innovative AI ecosystem, ensure responsible AI deployment at scale, foster a resilient workforce, and empower all New Yorkers with equitable access to the benefits of AI." "The recommendations of the Emerging Technology Advisory Board reflect a collective effort to ensure that the advancement of artificial intelligence benefits industries and workers across New York ," said Tarika Barrett . "These comprehensive proposals aim not only to foster economic growth and innovation but also to uphold our commitment to a technological future that mirrors the diversity and values of our communities." As the Emerging Technology Advisory Board shares its recommendations with the State of New York , it underscores the joint effort, commitment and close collaboration it will take between the State's leadership, Advisory Board institutions, private sector, nonprofit organizations, philanthropic organizations, thought leaders and advocates to fortify New York as an innovation hub for future technologies. Read the full report here . About IBM IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. More than 4,000 government and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM's hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM's breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM's long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service. Visit www.ibm.com for more information. About Girls Who Code Girls Who Code is an international nonprofit organization working to close the gender gap in technology, and is leading the movement to inspire, educate, and equip students who identify as girls or nonbinary with the computing skills needed to pursue 21st century opportunities. Since launching in 2012, Girls Who Code has reached 670,000 students through our in-person and virtual programming, and 218,000 of our alumni are college or career-aged. Girls Who Code has sparked culture change through marketing campaigns and advocacy efforts, generating 14 Billion engagements globally. In 2019, the organization was named the #1 Most Innovative Non-Profit on Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies list, and in 2023 was named one of Fast Company's Brands That Matter. The organization was also named one of NonProfit Times' Best Nonprofits to Work For in 2022 and 2023. Media Contact Caitlin O'Neill , IBM Corporate Communications caitlin.oneill@ibm.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-york-emerging-technology-advisory-board-publishes-first-report-outlining-vision-to-elevate-leadership-in-ai-302330851.html SOURCE IBM
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Ottawa councillor's profane outburst with daycare staff 'bullying and intimidation'The Member of Parliament for Atiwa East, Abena Osei Asare has stated that President-elect, John Mahama’s Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) committee is unlawful and unconstitutional. The MP who doubles as the Minister of State at the Finance Ministry has also questioned the basis for the establishment of the five-member committee chaired by North Tongu Member of Parliament, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. She has asserted that the committee there are already various state agencies that are mandated to supervise corruption-related issues, hence a parallel committee is unnecessary. The MP wonders how the NDC government intends to implement their interest-based committee findings which will have no effect. She said the incoming government should not be in haste in pursuing an agenda that is not legally accepted by the Constitution. The Minister made these remarks during a thank-you tour in her constituency in the Eastern region. She said she has enjoyed goodwill from the constituent although Ghanaians may have been disappointed and voted against the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2024 election. The MP noted that the party accepts the will of the people but expressed confidence they will bounce back. The committee is non-partisan, operating on pro bono, with no associated budget or financial burden, and is designed to ensure accountability and fairness. Despite the opposition particularly from some NPP members, former Obuasi East NPP MP, Edward Ennin has expressed readiness to give evidence of where looted assets are kept while former NPP General Secretary, Nana Obiri Boahen has also commended the initiative.
Tel-Aviv, Israel, Dec. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ellomay Capital Ltd. (NYSE American; TASE: ELLO) ("Ellomay” or the "Company”) , a renewable energy and power generator and developer of renewable energy and power projects in Europe, USA and Israel, today announced that it will hold an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders (the " Meeting ”) at the Company's offices at 18 Rothschild Boulevard, 1st Floor, Tel Aviv 6688121, Israel, on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., Israel time, and thereafter as it may be adjourned or postponed from time to time. The agenda of the Meeting will be to approve the terms of service and compensation of Mr. Ben Sheizaf, the Company's Chairman of the Board. Shareholders of record as of the close of business on December 30, 2024 will be entitled to vote at the Meeting or any adjournments or postponements thereof. The Company plans to mail a proxy statement that describes the proposal to be considered at the Meeting and a proxy card on or about December 31, 2024. A proxy statement and proxy card will also be furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on Form 6-K on or about December 23, 2024. The resolution to be presented at the Meeting requires the affirmative vote of holders of at least a majority of the ordinary shares voted at the Meeting on the matter presented for passage, in person or by proxy or via the electronic system of the Israel Securities Authority. Eligible shareholders may present proper proposals for inclusion in the Meeting by submitting their proposals to the Company no later than December 30, 2024. Shareholders may vote their ordinary shares by means of a proxy card, which is required to be received by the Company, along with the documentation set forth in the proxy statement, by 11:00 a.m., Israel time, on January 30, 2025 (four hours prior to the Meeting), to be counted for the Meeting, or through the electronic system of the Israel Securities Authority until six hours prior to the Meeting. About Ellomay Capital Ltd. Ellomay is an Israeli based company whose shares are listed on the NYSE American and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange under the trading symbol "ELLO”. Since 2009, Ellomay Capital focuses its business in the renewable energy and power sectors in Europe, USA and Israel. To date, Ellomay has evaluated numerous opportunities and invested significant funds in the renewable, clean energy and natural resources industries in Israel, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands and Texas, USA, including: Information Relating to Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties, including statements that are based on the current expectations and assumptions of the Company's management. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding the Company's plans and objectives, expectations and assumptions of management are forward-looking statements. The use of certain words, including the words "estimate,” "project,” "intend,” "expect,” "believe” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on the Company's forward-looking statements. Various important factors could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those that may be expressed or implied by the Company's forward-looking statements, including changes in electricity prices and demand, continued war and hostilities in Israel, regulatory changes, including extension of current or approval of new rules and regulations increasing the operating expenses of manufacturers of renewable energy in Spain, increases in interest rates and inflation, changes in the supply and prices of resources required for the operation of the Company's facilities (such as waste and natural gas) and in the price of oil, the impact of continued military conflict between Russia and Ukraine, technical and other disruptions in the operations or construction of the power plants owned by the Company and general market, political and economic conditions in the countries in which the Company operates, including Israel, Spain, Italy and the United States. These and other risks and uncertainties associated with the Company's business are described in greater detail in the filings the Company makes from time to time with Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 20-F. The forward-looking statements are made as of this date and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Contact: Kalia Rubenbach (Weintraub) CFO Tel: +972 (3) 797-1111 Email: [email protected]