nec WeFarm: the social network keeping farmers connected and providing support through coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-29T12:24:53Z With over two million farmers on the platform, WeFarm has an essential place in the food supply chain Full Article
nec Apps for parents: track feeding times and connect with other parents with these smart apps By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T10:08:03Z Log on to lockdown lifelines for parents Full Article
nec Ruby Wax on mindfulness, mantras and virtually connecting in lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T15:03:00Z 'Practising mindfulness is like going to a gym, you have to exercise the muscle and it works with anxiety' Full Article
nec Music Canada and CONNECT Music Licensing Artist Impact Survey Release By musiccanada.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 17:38:46 +0000 March 24, 2020, Toronto: CONNECT Music Licensing and Music Canada are sharing an Artist Impact Survey designed to help the government and the music industry better understand the impact COVID-19 is having on artists within the community. At the heart of the entire community are the creators, and they are at this moment in time […] The post Music Canada and CONNECT Music Licensing Artist Impact Survey Release appeared first on Music Canada. Full Article News Release Connect Music Licensing Miranda Mulholland Music Canada Music Canada Advisory Council
nec Liverpool youngster Neco Williams singles out Adam Lallana as key influence at Melwood By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-09T16:30:52Z Neco Williams has revealed how Adam Lallana has played a major role in helping him adapt to the demands of training regularly with Liverpool's first team. Full Article
nec Manchester United legends including Bryan Robson and Andy Cole connect with elderly fans during lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-17T16:56:00Z A selection of Manchester United's past favourites are reaching out to elderly and vulnerable fans during the coronavirus lockdown. Full Article
nec Farm It Forward backyard market gardens connect Blue Mountains residents through organic food By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2019 14:54:00 +1100 This organic farming program is turning residential backyards into market gardens to tackle food security, food mileage and social isolation. Full Article ABC Radio Sydney sydney centralwest Community and Society:Volunteers:All Lifestyle and Leisure:Food and Cooking:All Lifestyle and Leisure:Gardening:All Rural:Sustainable and Alternative Farming:All Australia:NSW:Hazelbrook 2779 Australia:NSW:Lawson 2783 Australia:NSW:Orange 2800
nec Michigan Governor Connects Racism To Anti-Shutdown Protest By feeds.bet.com Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 16:27:00 EDT Governor Gretchen Whitmer was outraged. Full Article National News
nec Big B reveals the 'Bhoothnath' connect in 'Agneepath' By www.tellychakkar.com Published On :: 2020-05-09T19:45:12+05:30 Full Article
nec 'Some beautiful souls out there': mates' volunteer start-up makes global connections By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 01:41:21 GMT Within five days, the trio had created Crisis Heroes, a platform to connect strangers struggling in lockdown with those who could help them. Full Article
nec 'Some beautiful souls out there': mates' volunteer start-up makes global connections By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 01:41:21 GMT Within five days, the trio had created Crisis Heroes, a platform to connect strangers struggling in lockdown with those who could help them. Full Article
nec PM accused of being 'up to his neck in' sports grants saga By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 12:06:06 +1000 The Federal Opposition Leader accuses Scott Morrison of misleading Federal Parliament over the sports rorts saga, saying Bridget McKenzie was made a "scapegoat" over the affair. Full Article Government and Politics
nec 'Rednecks' racially attacking Chinese trainee pilots and using laser pointers, school claims By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 17:01:43 +1000 Reports of interference with aircraft radio communications at one of regional Victoria's busiest airports, where a flying school training pilots for Chinese airlines has been operating for about a year, are being investigated. Full Article Air Transport Local Government Race Relations Discrimination Human Interest
nec 'Some beautiful souls out there': mates' volunteer start-up makes global connections By www.theage.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 01:41:21 GMT Within five days, the trio had created Crisis Heroes, a platform to connect strangers struggling in lockdown with those who could help them. Full Article
nec Connecticut: Latest updates on Coronavirus By www.livescience.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 19:33:36 +0000 There are 31,784 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Connecticut. Full Article
nec Strictly's Janette Manrara reveals exciting baby plans with Aljaz Skorjanec By www.hellomagazine.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 20 08:54:09 +0000 It seems Janette Marara has baby fever, and it's all thanks to Gorka Marquez and Gemma... Full Article
nec Will racing shut down with a positive coronavirus test? Not necessarily, according to officials By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:11:53 +1100 Racing is hoping to buck the trend of sports shutting down during the coronavirus pandemic, even if a jockey tests positive. Full Article Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Sport Horse Racing
nec Hello Barbie: Internet connection the latest trend in toys By www.thestar.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Feb 2015 17:55:06 EST New version of the classic doll, which can chat with children, makes her debut at New York Toy Fair. Full Article
nec MTaI urges govt to provide relief to medical devices cos to come out of COVID─19─induced financial crisis and logistics bottlenecks By pharmabiz.com Published On :: 20200507080002 Full Article
nec Morning Break: Paddock's Brain; Amazon's Pharmacy Push; Marijuana-Sex Connection By www.medpagetoday.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Oct 2017 09:15:00 -0400 Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by the ALLMedPage Today staff Full Article
nec Debunking the Myth: ‘Gene Patents’ are not necessary for healthcare innovation. By patentlybiotech.wordpress.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:30:39 +0000 Myth: ‘Gene Patents’ are not necessary for health care innovation. Facts: Patents on DNA preparations or sequences are often the first patents upon which a later technology platform or portfolio is built. These patents are often in-licensed from universities by small start-up companies for the purpose of additional R&D, evidencing that the public/non-profit university sector cannot bear […] Full Article Gene Patents DNA patents gene patents gene patents and innovation gene patents and research gene patents are not necessary gene patents are unnecessary gene patents unnecessary healtcare innovation unnecessary gene patents valley of death
nec AstraZeneca Diabetes Drug Gets FDA OK for Reducing Heart Health Risks By xconomy.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 00:24:10 +0000 An AstraZeneca diabetes drug that brought in more than $1.5 billion in sales last year has won an FDA nod expanding its use to adults with systolic heart failure, a condition in which the heart struggles to pump with enough force to push enough blood into circulation. The drug, the once-daily pill dapagliflozin (Farxiga), was […] Full Article Europe blog main National National blog main AstraZeneca Biotech Boehringer Ingelheim diabetes Eli Lilly Heart Failure Life Sciences
nec Informa Connect-CBI’s Patient Support Services Congress By feeds.feedblitz.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 11:30:00 +0000 RESCHEDULED: This event has been rescheduled for November 11-13, 2020. Click here to learn more.Informa Connect-CBI’s Patient Support Services CongressJune 16-18, 2020 | The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village | Princeton, NJwww.informaconnect.com/patient-support-services-congressInforma Connect-CBI’s Patient Support Services Congress is a comprehensive meeting for insightful and engaging dialogue around navigating compliance hurdles while strengthening and innovating patient-oriented programs.Visit www.informaconnect.com/patient-support-services-congress for more information. Drug Channels readers will save $500 off the standard registration rate when they use code BNP667*.Download the agenda here and see in-depth coverage on industry trends and next-generation patient services, such as:Critical Regulatory Updates and Effective Strategies for Monitoring & OversightNovel Approaches to Services, Program Architecture and Operational ManagementThe pros and cons of different support service modelsMeasuring the Success of Patient Support ProgramsInnovation, AI, Changing Distribution Models and Market MergersTransparency with Charitable OrganizationsCreate Your Own Customized Learning Experience for 2020!Choose from Two In-Depth TracksLegal and ComplianceInnovation and OperationsPlus! Four Tailored SummitsSummit A: Patient Adherence – Educate, Engage and Collaborate to Enhance OutcomesSummit B: Case Management for Novel and Innovative TherapiesSummit C: Strategic Planning for Product LaunchSummit D: Primer Course for Partnering with PatientsLeading Perspectives from Industry Trendsetters:Robert Britting, Director, Patient Services and Strategic Solutions, Teva PharmaceuticalsStella Vnook, Chief Executive Officer, Diverse BiotechKatherine Chaurette, Vice President healthcare Law and Compliance, Blueprint MedicinesKimberly Goldberg, Director, U.S Data Privacy Counsel, NovartisImtiaz Hussain, Senior Director, Patient Services, BayerCory Potomis, Associate Director, Ethics & Compliance Operations, Novo Nordisk, Inc.And so many more!REGISTER TODAY!Visit www.informaconnect.com/patient-support-services-congress for more information. Drug Channels readers will save $500 off the standard registration rate when they use code BNP667*.*Offer applies to standard rates only and may not be combined with other offers, category rates, promotions or applied to an existing registration. Offer not valid on workshop only or academic/non-profit registrations.The content of Sponsored Posts does not necessarily reflect the views of Pembroke Consulting, Inc., Drug Channels, or any of its employees. Full Article Sponsored Post
nec Informa Connect-CBI’s 22nd Annual Medicaid and Government Pricing Congress By feeds.feedblitz.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 11:30:00 +0000 Informa Connect-CBI’s 22nd Annual Medicaid and Government Pricing CongressMay 19-21, 2020 | Orlando, FLwww.cbinet.com/medicaidandgovernmentExclusive Offer: Register by April 10th and save $500* (mention promo code MDCDC5).With a volatile healthcare system combined with an election year upon us, the stakes are incredibly high for life sciences manufacturers. Staying on the pulse of industry trends, policies and regulations has never been more critical. The 22nd Annual Medicaid and Government Pricing Congress delivers critical updates and industry best practices to effectively contract, report and comply with state and federal healthcare programs. Gain timely, up-to-the-minute insights on:State Invoicing and DisputesGTN ModelsInnovative Contracting StrategiesState Price Transparency and Reporting Requirements340B Oversight and CompliancePreparing, Negotiating and Implementing FSS ContractsBona Fide Service Fees and FMVAnd many other critical topicsDownload the complete program agenda.The 2020 agenda features 75+ speakers and 50+ sessions customizable by company type and size, as well as 10 hours of dedicated networking. Bio/pharma, regulatory and government experts representing HHS, Pfizer, Daiichi Sankyo, Sobi, Maryland Department of Health, BMS, Jazz, Novartis, Amneal, J&J, Sunovion, Gilead, VA, Granard, Insmed, UCB, Alnylam, Louisiana Department of Health, AstraZeneca, CMS, CSL Behring, Astellas, Lilly, Oklahoma Healthcare Authority, Theravance, Indivior, Sandoz, Alvogen, Takeda, OIG, AMAG, Aimmune, Exelixis, South Dakota Department of Healthcare Services, Regeneron, Sun Pharma, Teva and many others are set to drive the dynamic dialogue. Drug Channels readers can register today and use promo code MDCDC5 to save $500.*Discount offer valid through 4/10/2020; applies to standard rates only and may not be combined with other offers, categories, promotions or applied to an existing registration. Offer not valid on workshop-only or non-profit registrations.The content of Sponsored Posts does not necessarily reflect the views of Pembroke Consulting, Inc., Drug Channels, or any of its employees. Full Article Sponsored Post
nec AstraZeneca success should prompt review of takeover rules | Nils Pratley By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-04-29T18:31:26Z Firm’s recent success could have been very different had it been bought out by Pfizer in 2014It’s perhaps not surprising that the worth of healthcare companies should emerge during a global pandemic, but we should offer thanks for the UK’s big pharma twins – AstraZeneca and GlaxoSmithKline.The former, with its share price at all-time high, is now jostling with Shell and Unilever for the title of biggest company in the FTSE 100 index. Successful research bets, especially on cancer drugs, have transformed Astra. Continue reading... Full Article Pharmaceuticals industry AstraZeneca GlaxoSmithKline Business Barclays Next
nec AstraZeneca partners with Oxford University to produce Covid-19 vaccine By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-04-30T16:50:57Z Drugmaker will manufacture and distribute vaccine if human trials are successfulCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageAstraZeneca, the Cambridge-based pharmaceutical group, is teaming up with Oxford University to manufacture and distribute a coronavirus vaccine if clinical trials currently under way show it is effective.News of the partnership boosted AstraZeneca’s share price, helping it to become Britain’s most valuable company by market capitalisation. Related: The hunt for a coronavirus vaccine – a perilous and uncertain path Continue reading... Full Article AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals industry Vaccines and immunisation Coronavirus outbreak UK news Business University of Oxford Research Medical research
nec AstraZeneca joins forces with University of Oxford to develop and manufacture potential coronavirus vaccine By www.pharmafile.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:05:49 +0000 A “landmark” partnership has been struck between AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford in the ongoing battle against COVID-19, with the former agreeing to aid in the development and large-scale manufacture of the latter’s potential recombinant adenovirus vaccine for the prevention of novel coronavirus infection. Full Article Research and Development Manufacturing and Production
nec AstraZeneca partners with Oxford University on UK’s lead coronavirus vaccine By www.pmlive.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 12:50:48 +0100 AZ has pledged to make the vaccine at cost for the duration of the pandemic Full Article
nec AstraZeneca and Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute initiate Phase III DARE-19 trial with Farxiga in COVID-19 patients By www.pharmanews.eu Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0200 AstraZeneca and Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute have initiated a randomised, global Phase III trial to assess the potential of Farxiga (dapagliflozin) as a treatment in patients hospitalised with COVID-19 who are at risk of developing serious complications, such as organ failure. Full Article Featured AstraZeneca Business
nec AstraZeneca and Oxford University announce landmark agreement for COVID-19 vaccine By www.pharmanews.eu Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:00:00 +0200 AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford announced an agreement for the global development and distribution of the University’s potential recombinant adenovirus vaccine aimed at preventing COVID-19 infection from SARS-CoV-2. The collaboration aims to bring to patients the potential vaccine known as ChAdOx1 nCoV-19, being developed by the Jenner Institute and Oxford Vaccine Group, at the University of Oxford. Full Article Featured AstraZeneca Business
nec AstraZeneca's Farxiga scores landmark FDA nod in heart failure patients with or without diabetes By www.fiercepharma.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 14:42:58 +0000 AstraZeneca has watched superstar SGLT2 diabetes med Farxiga nail trial after trial in highly coveted kidney and heart failure indications, with the FDA expediting reviews to back them up. The one thing AstraZeneca was missing? The agency taking Farxiga across the finish line. Full Article
nec Federal Court Bars Connecticut Woman from Preparing Tax Returns for Others By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 4 Feb 2009 13:04:57 EST A federal district court in Connecticut has permanently barred Elda Sinani, a resident of that state, from preparing federal tax returns for others. Sinani consented to the civil injunction order. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Minnesota Man Arrested in Connection with Ponzi Scheme By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 5 Feb 2009 16:01:01 EST A Minnesota man was arrested today on charges related to an alleged Ponzi scheme involving commodity pools. Charles Chuck E. Hays, of Rosemount, Minn., was charged in a criminal complaint filed in the District of Minnesota with one count of wire fraud and one count of mail fraud. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec California Man Sentenced to 18 Months in Community Correctional Facility in Connection with Scheme to Defraud First International Bank and Export-Import Bank By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:38:41 EST Carlos Serrano, 64, of Glendale, Calif., was sentenced to 18 months in a community correctional facility in connection with a $1.3 million scheme to defraud the First International Bank of Connecticut (FIB) and the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank). In addition to his prison sentence, Serrano was placed on five years of probation and ordered to pay restitution of $924,569 to the Ex-Im Bank. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Individual Indicted in Connection with Costa Rica-based Business Opportunity Fraud Ventures By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2009 10:43:37 EDT A British citizen was charged in connection with the operation of a series of fraudulent business opportunities on March 10, 2009, by a Miami federal grand jury. Sirtaj Mathauda was indicted on charges that he and his co-conspirators purported to sell vending machine, beverage and greeting card business opportunities, including assistance in establishing, maintaining and operating such businesses. The charges form part of the governments continued nationwide crackdown on business opportunity fraud. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Connecticut Resident Pleads Guilty to Multi-Million Dollar Tax Fraud Conspiracy By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:20:58 EDT A Newton, Conn., resident who was involved in operating three businesses in Brooklyn, N.Y., pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Mariusz Debowksi pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Manhattan to conspiracy to aid another in filing false tax returns. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Connecticut Resident Pleads Guilty to Multi-Million Dollar Tax Fraud Conspiracy Involving New York City Hospital By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 2 Apr 2009 16:51:28 EDT A Trumbull, Conn., resident who was involved in operating three businesses in Brooklyn, N.Y., pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Krzysztof Koczon pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Manhattan to conspiracy to aid another in filing false tax returns. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Two Individuals Convicted on Charges of Conspiracy and Bribery in Connection with a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New Orleans Levee Reconstruction Project By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 2 Apr 2009 18:03:49 EDT A former contract employee of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and a dirt, sand and gravel subcontractor were both convicted on charges of conspiracy and bribery in connection with a $16 million hurricane protection project for the reconstruction of the Lake Cataouatche Levee, south of New Orleans. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Federal Court Bars Bloomfield, Connecticut Tax Preparer from Preparing Tax Returns By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:33:58 EDT A federal court has permanently barred Donald Morris of Bloomfield, Conn., from preparing federal income tax returns for others. Morris consented to the permanent injunction order, which was entered by U.S. District Court Judge Jane C. Hall in the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Kansas Man Charged with Immigration Crimes in Connection with 1994 Genocide in Rwanda By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:56:33 EDT Lazare Kabaya Kobagaya, 82, of Topeka, Kan., was arrested today on charges of naturalization fraud and misuse of an alien registration card. According to the indictment, Kobagaya allegedly participated in genocidal activities during the 1994 Rwandan conflict including mobilizing attackers to commit arson and murder. Kobagaya is alleged to have failed to disclose his alleged participation in these activities during his immigration and naturalization processes. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Two South Florida Men Indicted in Connection with Fraudulent ATM Business Opportunity Venture By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2009 17:34:55 EDT A Miami federal grand jury has charged two South Florida men with conspiracy, mail and wire fraud in connection with the operation of a fraudulent ATM business opportunity. The criminal charges are part of the governments continued nationwide crackdown on business opportunity fraud. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Connecticut Accountant Pleads Guilty to Income Tax Evasion By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2009 17:18:54 EDT Frank P. DiMartino, an accountant from Orange, Conn., pleaded guilty today to charges of tax evasion. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Novo Nordisk Agrees to Pay $9 Million Fine in Connection with Payment of $1.4 Million in Kickbacks Through the United Nations Oil-for-food Program By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 11 May 2009 15:28:20 EDT Novo Nordisk A/S (Novo), a Danish corporation based in Bagsvaerd, Denmark, has agreed to pay a $9 million penalty for illegal kickbacks paid to the former Iraqi government. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec U.S. Judge Bars Two Connecticut Residents from Preparing Federal Tax Returns for Others By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 14 May 2009 15:27:53 EDT A federal district court in Connecticut has permanently barred Wethersfield residents Deowraj Buddhu and his daughter, Sunita Buddhu, from preparing federal tax returns for others. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Defense Contractor Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud in Connection with the Procurement of a Bullet-Proof Vest Contract in Iraq By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 May 2009 12:27:19 EDT A defense contractor has pleaded guilty to wire fraud and has admitted to engaging in other bribery-related conduct in connection with contracts in Iraq. According to the plea agreement filed in the U.S. District Court in the District of Columbia on Dec. 18, 2007, and unsealed today, Diana Bakir Demilta, a U.S. citizen, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Alabama Resident Pleads Guilty to Filing False Tax Returns in Connection with Embezzlement Scheme By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:46:04 EDT Sims Lawson Jr., a resident of Killen, Ala., pleaded guilty yesterday to filing false tax returns for years 2002 through 2004. Lawson appeared before Judge R. David Proctor in Birmingham, Ala., and admitted that he failed to pay federal income taxes of $369,038 and state income taxes of $50,938. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Florida Man Indicted in Connection with Fraudulent Vending Machine Business Opportunity Venture By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:33:06 EDT A Tampa federal grand jury has charged a Florida man with criminal contempt of a federal court order in connection with the operation of a fraudulent vending machine business opportunity. The criminal charges form part of the governments continued nationwide crackdown on business opportunity fraud. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Connecticut Investor Found Guilty in Massive Scheme to Bribe Senior Government Officials in the Republic of Azerbaijan By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:04:51 EDT Frederic A. Bourke Jr., 63, was found guilty today by a federal jury in Manhattan of conspiracy to violate the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the Travel Act, and making false statements to the FBI. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec British Citizen Arrested in Connection with Costa Rica-based Business Opportunity Fraud Ventures By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:20:06 EDT A British citizen charged in connection with the operation of a series of fraudulent business opportunities was arrested Thursday evening in Miami following his indictment by a Miami federal grand jury on June 9, 2009. Full Article OPA Press Releases
nec Defendants Sentenced in Connection with Business Opportunity Scams By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:50:13 EDT On Aug.11, 2009, two individuals were sentenced in connection with South Florida business opportunity scams. Stewart Pope was sentenced in connection with his participation in fraudulent business opportunity sales at a Miami firm called Global Resources (“Global”). Full Article OPA Press Releases