AURORA, Ill. (AP) — Libraries throughout the Chicago suburbs are making efforts to welcome and accommodate people who are homeless. The Chicago Tribune reports that libraries in Aurora and Naperville have joined others across the country in receiving training from Ryan Dowd on how to work with homeless patrons. Dowd is the director of Hesed […]
Reported by Seattle Times 3 days ago.
Libraries in Chicago suburbs work to help homeless
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Aurora tapping China furniture market for medical care, education
Aurora, a distributor of office automation (OA) machines and furniture in Taiwan and China, has disclosed it has introduced furniture produced by South Korea-based Fursys for medical care and education to the China market.
Reported by DigiTimes 2 days ago.
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CES 2018 report: how technology is disrupting the automotive world
Ford's star attraction of the show was this self-driving Ford Fusion, designed to delivery pizza to your house
Autonomy, connectivity and electrification dominated the auto tech area at the Consumer Electronics Show
It’s the autonomy, stupid.
That was the message from the automotive industry at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show. Well, not just autonomy: connectivity and electrification are converging with self-driving cars to cause a profound shift in the car world.
Of course, that won’t be a surprise to anyone who follows the industry: it’s been a talking point at every major motor show for the last few years. But the impact extends far beyond how cars are powered or controlled. And what a trawl round CES, the world’s leading tech show held annually in Las Vegas, highlighted is that the car firms have realised it can’t tackle this change alone.
The impact of autonomous, connected and electrified cars is going to be profound. More than one person at CES claimed it would be the biggest change since Henry Ford pioneered industrial mass production with the Model T.
Autonomous, connected cars require systems, software and technology that car firms have no experience in. Where there is change, there is opportunity, and companies large and small from both the technology and automotive worlds are racing to develop autonomous, connectivity and electrification systems – and deals to provide them major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
In return, the car firms are racing to find the firms that can offer the technology and systems to speed up and streamline their efforts to make autonomous, connected and electrified cars. And the natural meeting ground for both parties is CES, which is why car firms – also out to prove to the world that they are advanced and forward thinking – have been attending in growing numbers in recent years.
Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Nissan all had stands in 2018. But it’s an interesting dynamic: at a motor show they’d be the big beasts, the headline attractions. At CES, the roles are flipped: the car firms stands were dwarfed by those of tech giants such as LG and Panasonic, whose grand constructions rivaled anything you’d see at Frankfurt or Geneva.
In the auto tech section, the stands weren’t quite as big. But there were lots of them: firms showing off self-driving hardware or software, ultra-fast secure communication, HD mapping and electric charging points and systems. Many of those firms are already supplying OEMs – and such deals will only grow from now on.
Of course, car firms being car firms, they couldn’t resist wheeling out some new metal – although it all had a future-leaning twist. Hyundai used CES to launch the Nexo FCEV, a hydrogen fuel cell SUV. Sister firm Kia wheeled out an EV version of the Niro SUV. Perhaps believing a new powertrain variant of an existing car wasn’t enough for CES, Kia stuffed the Concept with autonomous and connected devices that won’t be on the production version due later this year. Other new EVs included first sight of new Chinese start-up Byton’s tech-laden Concept SUV, and the new Fisker Emotion, which promises a 400-mile range.
Toyota went full concept with the e-Palette, a customisable self-driving electric machine that can be used as a mobile shop, delivery unit, office space or home.
The firm is aiming to have a version running by the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Rinspeed unveiled the Snap, which attempted to answer the same question: how self-driving service vehicles might work in the future.
Ford CEO Jim Hackett delivered one of the CES keynote speeches, which largely focused on the societal changes to cities that autonomous cars will bring.
Fittingly, one of the star vehicle attractions on Ford’s stand wasn’t a new machine, but a self-driving Ford Fusion – used to trial driverless Domino’s Pizza deliveries. The whole concept of the automobile might be changing, but we still need to eat.
If all that makes this year’s CES sound a bit high-concept, there was plenty more real-world stuff on show. Mercedes-Benz showcased the latest developed to its Mercedes-Benz User Experience, including the somewhat controversial inclusion of a new touchscreen that will be introduced on the new A-class.
Several firms showcased advanced driver alertness technology, and Nissan had a system that monitors a driver’s brainwaves so that the car can respond quicker.
Nissan also provided an example of its vehicle-to-home charging concept, where an EV’s battery can provide power to the grid when not in use. It did so by using a new Leaf battery to power a macchiato machine. Because, of course, the whole concept of the automobile might be changing, but we still need coffee.
There were more traditional consumer electronics, too. Samsung-owned audio firm Harman Kardon has developed a sound system that can actually alter the audio output to match the style of sister brand JBL (ask anyone who reads What Hi-Fi? and they’ll explain the difference to you…). And then there were other car audio brands that just went old-school, sticking hundreds of speakers in the boot of a car and cranking the bass up. The Orion stand’s Jeep Wrangler was notably ear-splitting.
But ultimately, as loud as such speakers were, the real noise at CES was made by those involved in autonomy, connectivity and electrification technology. Years ago, the appearance of car firms at CES might have seemed a marketing stunt to try and appear in step with a ‘cool’ industry. Now it feels a truly natural fit, in the same way cars are becoming connected to the world around them. The future is coming – and the more the technology and automotive worlds align, the faster it will get here.
*CES 2018 preview - what was there:*
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the biggest event in the technology industry calendar, and with the rapid rise in electrification, autonomous cars and advanced infotainment systems, it's fast becoming a key event in the car world, too.
Taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, the event now attracts major manufacturers including Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Nissan, along with smaller firms such as Byton and Fisker. They're joined by hundreds of firms showcasing new technology and systems that will be used in road cars in the coming years.
Here are some of the key car reveals at CES this year.
*Kia*
Kia launched a new electric concept car that previews the forthcoming Niro EV. The Korean brand will also display a range of new technology, including autonomous systems and what it says is the world’s first in-car 5G mobile data system.
*Read more about the Kia electric concept car*
*Hyundai*
Hyundai unveiled the Nero, its new hydrogen fuel cell EV at CES.
The autonomous systems that the concept will feature will be developed in a partnership with Aurora, with the tech due to reach production cars by 2021. Hyundai will also showcase a new artificial intelligence-enhanced personal cockpit concept.
*Read more about the Hyundai hydrogen fuel cell-powered SUV*
*Mercedes-Benz*
The German firm used CES to showcase its new Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system, which will feature in the forthcoming A-Class and other new models.
Mercedes has also displayed the previously seen Mercedes-AMG Project One hypercar, the Concept EQA electric car and the Smart Vision EQ ForTwo, among others.
*Read more about the interior of the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class*
*Nissan*
Nissan is showcasing an innovative brain-to-vehicle technology system. This uses sensors to monitor a driver's brainwave activity and, Nissan claims, will enable vehicles to anticipate and perform dricing actions up to 0.5sec quicker than drivers.
*Read more about Nissan's brain-to-vehicle technology*
*Byton*
The Chinese-owned start-up company, headed by ex-BMW i boss Carsten Breitfeld, has previewed its first model, a mid-sized electric SUV, with a concept car. The concept features a distinctive 1250mm by 25mm touchscreen that dominates the dashboard.
*Read more about the Byton electric concept*
*Toyota*
The Toyota Research Institute is displaying display Platform 3.0, its new automated driving research vehicle. Based on a Lexus LS 600h L, the machine has greater technological capabilities than Toyota’s previous research machines, and has been designed to conceal the sensors and cameras.
The Platform 3.0 design features 360 degree Luminar LIDAR, enabled by four high-res LIDAR scanning heads, with additional short-range LIDAR sensors placed lower on the car to detect smaller objects. Toyota will start low-volume production of Platform 3.0 test cars in the spring at its Prototype Development Center in Michigan.
*Fisker*
The electric car firm launched its new Emotion machine at the show. Designed by company boss Henrik Fisker, the firm claims the Emotion will have a range of more than 400 miles and a top speed of 161mph.
*Read more about the Fisker Emotion*
*Rinspeed*
Tuning firm and concept car specialists Rinspeed is displaying the Snap, a two-section machine that features removable pod sections and fully autonomous driving capability.
*Read more about the Rinspeed Snap*
*Photo gallery: the wacky world of Rinspeed concepts*
*Ford*
Ford boss Jim Hackett has delivered the prestigious CES keynote address this year. His speech will focus on the development of mobility solutions in smart cities.
*Honda*
Honda’s presence at CES is focusing on robotics, artificial intelligence and energy solutions, rather than cars. It will showcase its new 3E (Empower, Experience and Empathy) Robotics Concept with four machines, including an autonomous off-road vehicle concept.
It has also revealed its Mobile Power Pack World, which includes a portable, swappable battery pack for electric vehicles and a battery exchanger concept.
*Also at CES*
The major car firms will be joined at CES by myriad other companies involved in the car industry: 535 firms are listed at automotive/vehicle technology exhibitors.
Performance EV specialist Genovation Cars is showing its second generation GXE, an all-electric machine based on a Chevrolet C7 Corvette Grand Sport. The previous GEE, based on a Corvette Z06, produced 592bhp and set a land-speed record for a road-legal EV, reaching 205.6mph. Reports suggest the electric motor in the new model could top 789bhp.
Tesla is planning a 'game-changing' electric pick-up truck, but a firm called the Workhorse Group already has a range-extender version up and running. The W-15 features a petrol-electric powertrain capable of 80 miles on electric power.
With EV cars on the rise, plenty of firms are focusing on how to develop a charging network. For example, Continental is presenting a concept that uses a wide network of wireless microchargers to top cars up regularly throughout the day.
Augmented reality systems will also feature prominently. Swiss firm WayRay has demonstrated display a holographic AR sat-nav system called Navion, which projects route information onto a smart glass-enabled windscreen, so it appears as if on the road ahead.
Plenty of firms are displaying autonomous driving tech and systems. Phantom Automotive will demonstrate a device that allows operators to take remote control of autonomous-enabled vehicles, for times when self-driving cars encounter obstacles they don’t recognise. Reported by Autocar 6 hours ago.
Autonomy, connectivity and electrification dominated the auto tech area at the Consumer Electronics Show
It’s the autonomy, stupid.
That was the message from the automotive industry at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show. Well, not just autonomy: connectivity and electrification are converging with self-driving cars to cause a profound shift in the car world.
Of course, that won’t be a surprise to anyone who follows the industry: it’s been a talking point at every major motor show for the last few years. But the impact extends far beyond how cars are powered or controlled. And what a trawl round CES, the world’s leading tech show held annually in Las Vegas, highlighted is that the car firms have realised it can’t tackle this change alone.
The impact of autonomous, connected and electrified cars is going to be profound. More than one person at CES claimed it would be the biggest change since Henry Ford pioneered industrial mass production with the Model T.
Autonomous, connected cars require systems, software and technology that car firms have no experience in. Where there is change, there is opportunity, and companies large and small from both the technology and automotive worlds are racing to develop autonomous, connectivity and electrification systems – and deals to provide them major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
In return, the car firms are racing to find the firms that can offer the technology and systems to speed up and streamline their efforts to make autonomous, connected and electrified cars. And the natural meeting ground for both parties is CES, which is why car firms – also out to prove to the world that they are advanced and forward thinking – have been attending in growing numbers in recent years.
Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Nissan all had stands in 2018. But it’s an interesting dynamic: at a motor show they’d be the big beasts, the headline attractions. At CES, the roles are flipped: the car firms stands were dwarfed by those of tech giants such as LG and Panasonic, whose grand constructions rivaled anything you’d see at Frankfurt or Geneva.
In the auto tech section, the stands weren’t quite as big. But there were lots of them: firms showing off self-driving hardware or software, ultra-fast secure communication, HD mapping and electric charging points and systems. Many of those firms are already supplying OEMs – and such deals will only grow from now on.
Of course, car firms being car firms, they couldn’t resist wheeling out some new metal – although it all had a future-leaning twist. Hyundai used CES to launch the Nexo FCEV, a hydrogen fuel cell SUV. Sister firm Kia wheeled out an EV version of the Niro SUV. Perhaps believing a new powertrain variant of an existing car wasn’t enough for CES, Kia stuffed the Concept with autonomous and connected devices that won’t be on the production version due later this year. Other new EVs included first sight of new Chinese start-up Byton’s tech-laden Concept SUV, and the new Fisker Emotion, which promises a 400-mile range.
Toyota went full concept with the e-Palette, a customisable self-driving electric machine that can be used as a mobile shop, delivery unit, office space or home.
The firm is aiming to have a version running by the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Rinspeed unveiled the Snap, which attempted to answer the same question: how self-driving service vehicles might work in the future.
Ford CEO Jim Hackett delivered one of the CES keynote speeches, which largely focused on the societal changes to cities that autonomous cars will bring.
Fittingly, one of the star vehicle attractions on Ford’s stand wasn’t a new machine, but a self-driving Ford Fusion – used to trial driverless Domino’s Pizza deliveries. The whole concept of the automobile might be changing, but we still need to eat.
If all that makes this year’s CES sound a bit high-concept, there was plenty more real-world stuff on show. Mercedes-Benz showcased the latest developed to its Mercedes-Benz User Experience, including the somewhat controversial inclusion of a new touchscreen that will be introduced on the new A-class.
Several firms showcased advanced driver alertness technology, and Nissan had a system that monitors a driver’s brainwaves so that the car can respond quicker.
Nissan also provided an example of its vehicle-to-home charging concept, where an EV’s battery can provide power to the grid when not in use. It did so by using a new Leaf battery to power a macchiato machine. Because, of course, the whole concept of the automobile might be changing, but we still need coffee.
There were more traditional consumer electronics, too. Samsung-owned audio firm Harman Kardon has developed a sound system that can actually alter the audio output to match the style of sister brand JBL (ask anyone who reads What Hi-Fi? and they’ll explain the difference to you…). And then there were other car audio brands that just went old-school, sticking hundreds of speakers in the boot of a car and cranking the bass up. The Orion stand’s Jeep Wrangler was notably ear-splitting.
But ultimately, as loud as such speakers were, the real noise at CES was made by those involved in autonomy, connectivity and electrification technology. Years ago, the appearance of car firms at CES might have seemed a marketing stunt to try and appear in step with a ‘cool’ industry. Now it feels a truly natural fit, in the same way cars are becoming connected to the world around them. The future is coming – and the more the technology and automotive worlds align, the faster it will get here.
*CES 2018 preview - what was there:*
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the biggest event in the technology industry calendar, and with the rapid rise in electrification, autonomous cars and advanced infotainment systems, it's fast becoming a key event in the car world, too.
Taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, the event now attracts major manufacturers including Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Nissan, along with smaller firms such as Byton and Fisker. They're joined by hundreds of firms showcasing new technology and systems that will be used in road cars in the coming years.
Here are some of the key car reveals at CES this year.
*Kia*
Kia launched a new electric concept car that previews the forthcoming Niro EV. The Korean brand will also display a range of new technology, including autonomous systems and what it says is the world’s first in-car 5G mobile data system.
*Read more about the Kia electric concept car*
*Hyundai*
Hyundai unveiled the Nero, its new hydrogen fuel cell EV at CES.
The autonomous systems that the concept will feature will be developed in a partnership with Aurora, with the tech due to reach production cars by 2021. Hyundai will also showcase a new artificial intelligence-enhanced personal cockpit concept.
*Read more about the Hyundai hydrogen fuel cell-powered SUV*
*Mercedes-Benz*
The German firm used CES to showcase its new Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system, which will feature in the forthcoming A-Class and other new models.
Mercedes has also displayed the previously seen Mercedes-AMG Project One hypercar, the Concept EQA electric car and the Smart Vision EQ ForTwo, among others.
*Read more about the interior of the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class*
*Nissan*
Nissan is showcasing an innovative brain-to-vehicle technology system. This uses sensors to monitor a driver's brainwave activity and, Nissan claims, will enable vehicles to anticipate and perform dricing actions up to 0.5sec quicker than drivers.
*Read more about Nissan's brain-to-vehicle technology*
*Byton*
The Chinese-owned start-up company, headed by ex-BMW i boss Carsten Breitfeld, has previewed its first model, a mid-sized electric SUV, with a concept car. The concept features a distinctive 1250mm by 25mm touchscreen that dominates the dashboard.
*Read more about the Byton electric concept*
*Toyota*
The Toyota Research Institute is displaying display Platform 3.0, its new automated driving research vehicle. Based on a Lexus LS 600h L, the machine has greater technological capabilities than Toyota’s previous research machines, and has been designed to conceal the sensors and cameras.
The Platform 3.0 design features 360 degree Luminar LIDAR, enabled by four high-res LIDAR scanning heads, with additional short-range LIDAR sensors placed lower on the car to detect smaller objects. Toyota will start low-volume production of Platform 3.0 test cars in the spring at its Prototype Development Center in Michigan.
*Fisker*
The electric car firm launched its new Emotion machine at the show. Designed by company boss Henrik Fisker, the firm claims the Emotion will have a range of more than 400 miles and a top speed of 161mph.
*Read more about the Fisker Emotion*
*Rinspeed*
Tuning firm and concept car specialists Rinspeed is displaying the Snap, a two-section machine that features removable pod sections and fully autonomous driving capability.
*Read more about the Rinspeed Snap*
*Photo gallery: the wacky world of Rinspeed concepts*
*Ford*
Ford boss Jim Hackett has delivered the prestigious CES keynote address this year. His speech will focus on the development of mobility solutions in smart cities.
*Honda*
Honda’s presence at CES is focusing on robotics, artificial intelligence and energy solutions, rather than cars. It will showcase its new 3E (Empower, Experience and Empathy) Robotics Concept with four machines, including an autonomous off-road vehicle concept.
It has also revealed its Mobile Power Pack World, which includes a portable, swappable battery pack for electric vehicles and a battery exchanger concept.
*Also at CES*
The major car firms will be joined at CES by myriad other companies involved in the car industry: 535 firms are listed at automotive/vehicle technology exhibitors.
Performance EV specialist Genovation Cars is showing its second generation GXE, an all-electric machine based on a Chevrolet C7 Corvette Grand Sport. The previous GEE, based on a Corvette Z06, produced 592bhp and set a land-speed record for a road-legal EV, reaching 205.6mph. Reports suggest the electric motor in the new model could top 789bhp.
Tesla is planning a 'game-changing' electric pick-up truck, but a firm called the Workhorse Group already has a range-extender version up and running. The W-15 features a petrol-electric powertrain capable of 80 miles on electric power.
With EV cars on the rise, plenty of firms are focusing on how to develop a charging network. For example, Continental is presenting a concept that uses a wide network of wireless microchargers to top cars up regularly throughout the day.
Augmented reality systems will also feature prominently. Swiss firm WayRay has demonstrated display a holographic AR sat-nav system called Navion, which projects route information onto a smart glass-enabled windscreen, so it appears as if on the road ahead.
Plenty of firms are displaying autonomous driving tech and systems. Phantom Automotive will demonstrate a device that allows operators to take remote control of autonomous-enabled vehicles, for times when self-driving cars encounter obstacles they don’t recognise. Reported by Autocar 6 hours ago.
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Aurora teacher dies on winter break trip to Mexico
Aurora Hills Middle School teacher Wendy Welch died in Mexico while on vacation over winter break.
Reported by Denver Post 2 days ago.
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Cisco has created a Gigabit network for your car and Hyundai will be using it next year (CSCO)
· *1Gbps Cisco networks are coming to cars next year.*· *Cisco has partnered with Hyundai to offer super high-speed networks in 2019 vehicles.*
· *These networks will have tons of bandwidth, and security, to support all the sensors cars need for autonomous features, Cisco promises.*
--------------------Chances are, you don't have a super-fast Gigabit network in your house yet but as of next year, you'll be able to get one in your car. Computer networking giant Cisco and South Korean automaker Hyndai announced a partnership at CES on Tuesday to supercharge its automobiles with sophisticated internet capabilities.
While 1Gbps will offer a ton of bandwidth for your kids to stream movies during a road trip, that's not the focus of this network. It's designed to allow car makers to load their cars with sensors of every description that will help the automotive industry roll full speed ahead into a robot car future.
As cars add ever more autonomous driving features from lane correction and self-parallel parking to full on self-driving, they need sensors to do things like watch for pedestrians, recognize traffic signs, scan surroundings around, behind and inside the car.
Those sensors can also be accessed by apps. For instance, a car maker could create an app that uses in-vehicle sensors to watch the driver (Cisco calls it sentiment analysis) and ensure that she doesn't fall asleep on a late-night drive, or to adjust the car's performance to driving conditions.
All of that requires lots of data to be floating around the car and a network big and fat enough to handle that with ease.
Cisco says its expertise with computer networks means its 1Gbps car network will be secure, allowing car makers and developers to build apps while thwarting hackers and bugs from messing with the automobile.
While the two companies didn't specify specific car models slated to get the 1Gbps networks, they did say it would be available in Hyundai's premium 2019 vehicles.
Meanwhile, Hyndai is moving steadily towards its own line of fully self driving cars from its self-driving car R&D program launched in 2015.
The South Korean car maker also just announced that it is working with hot startup Aurora (founded by self-driving engineers from Google, Tesla and Uber) to create completely self driving cars. Hyndai is first designing custom cars that wil become robot taxis in not-yet-announced select cities. By 2021, through this partnership, it plans to be offering production vehicles that can drive themselves under strict conditions (technically known as "Level 4" autonomy).
*SEE ALSO: A secretive self-driving car startup is building a fleet of robot taxis with Volkswagen and Hyundai*
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NOW WATCH: The surprising reason some countries drive on the left side of the road Reported by Business Insider 2 days ago.
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Aurora Stock Forecast 2018: This Marijuana Stock May Double Your Winnings
This Canadian Marijuana Company Is Fortifying Its Base
We’re only nine days into the new year and one Canadian marijuana company has already made the most of it. With renewed vigor, *Aurora Cannabis Inc* (TSE: ACB), (OTCMKTS: ACBFF) is on top of the marijuana industry in the new year with at least four major news announcements that make Aurora stock a great pick for 2018. And yet, one famous short seller believes otherwise.
Before I get to any of the good news that bolster our Aurora stock forecast 2018, let’s begin with some bad news.
*A Plot Twist in the Aurora-CanniMed Saga?*
If you’ve followed Aurora stock long enough, you.
The post Aurora Stock Forecast 2018: This Marijuana Stock May Double Your Winnings appeared first on Profit Confidential. Reported by Profit Confidential 1 day ago.
We’re only nine days into the new year and one Canadian marijuana company has already made the most of it. With renewed vigor, *Aurora Cannabis Inc* (TSE: ACB), (OTCMKTS: ACBFF) is on top of the marijuana industry in the new year with at least four major news announcements that make Aurora stock a great pick for 2018. And yet, one famous short seller believes otherwise.
Before I get to any of the good news that bolster our Aurora stock forecast 2018, let’s begin with some bad news.
*A Plot Twist in the Aurora-CanniMed Saga?*
If you’ve followed Aurora stock long enough, you.
The post Aurora Stock Forecast 2018: This Marijuana Stock May Double Your Winnings appeared first on Profit Confidential. Reported by Profit Confidential 1 day ago.
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2 Colorado cities among nation’s 25 'best performing' metros, says Milken Institute
Fort Collins and metro Denver both rank in the top 25 in the Milken Institute’s latest report on the nation’s “best performing cities.” The annual report aims to identify “where America’s jobs are created and sustained.” Fort Collins ranks No. 5 — up from No. 8 last year — and the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood metro area lands at No. 23, down from No. 13 a year ago. Provo-Orem Utah takes the top spot this year, followed by Raleigh, North Carolina; Dallas-Plano-Irving, Texas; San Francisco-Redwood…
Reported by bizjournals 19 hours ago.
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USA Volleyball coach Rick Butler banned for life for abuse
CHICAGO (AP) — The governing body of USA Volleyball has banned coach Rick Butler for life. The decision announced Wednesday follows reports by the Chicago Sun-Times which laid out sexual abuse allegations against Butler. The Aurora, Illinois-based club he built, Sports Performance Volleyball, boasts four Olympic medalists and nearly 100 national championships. In announcing Butler’s […]
Reported by Seattle Times 18 hours ago.
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Crash briefly shuts down Aurora Bridge
A multi-car accident on state Route 99 has blocked all but one lane of the Aurora Bridge.
Reported by SeattlePI.com 15 hours ago.
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Car strikes, kills bicyclist in Aurora
A car struck and killed a bicyclist early Thursday morning in Aurora, police say.
Reported by Denver Post 4 hours ago.
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Aurora Spine Announces Non-Brokered Private Placement
*THIS NEWS RELEASE IS INTENDED FOR DISTRIBUTION IN CANADA ONLY AND IS NOT AUTHORIZED FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES.*CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 11, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aurora Spine Corporation (TSX-V:ASG) ("Aurora Spine" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it will undertake a non-brokered private placement of common shares ("Common Shares") for gross proceeds of a maximum of CDN$627,300 at a price of CDN$0.10 per share (the "Offering").In advance of the closing of the Offering, David Rosenkrantz, a director of the Company, will advance an unsecured, non-convertible loan of USD$125,000 to the Company bearing interest at the rate of rate of 9% per annum. It is expected that the loan will be repaid from the proceeds of the Offering. The participation of Mr. Rosenkrantz in the Offering constitutes a related party transaction under Canadian Multilateral Instrument 61-101 ("MI 61-101"), but is otherwise exempt from the formal valuation and minority approval requirements of MI 61-101.
The net proceeds from the Offering will be used for general working capital purposes.
The Company expects that the Offering will close in late January 2018. All securities issued by Aurora Spine in connection with this Offering will be subject to a statutory four month hold period. The Offering is subject to certain conditions including, but not limited to, the receipt of all necessary approvals, including the final approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.
This news release does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any of the securities in the United States. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to U.S. Persons unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.
*About Aurora Spine*
Aurora Spine is an early stage company focused on bringing new solutions to the spinal implant market through a series of screwless, innovative, minimally invasive, regenerative spinal implant technologies. Aurora Spine continues to position itself at the forefront of spinal surgery procedures, focusing on minimally invasive spine surgery technologies. Aurora Spine is changing spine surgery by focusing on disruptive technologies following the Company’s commitment to – Simplifying the Complex.
*Forward-Looking Statements*
This news release contains forward-looking information that involves substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties, most of which are beyond the control of Aurora Spine, including, without limitation, those listed under "Risk Factors" and "Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information" in Aurora Spine's final prospectus (collectively, "forward-looking information"). Forward-looking information in this news release includes information concerning the Offering and the proposed use of proceeds of the Offering. Aurora Spine cautions investors of Aurora Spine's securities about important factors that could cause Aurora Spine's actual results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements included in this news release. Any statements that express, or involve discussions as to, expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance are not historical facts and may be forward-looking and may involve estimates, assumptions and uncertainties which could cause actual results or outcomes to differ unilaterally from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. No assurance can be given that the expectations set out herein will prove to be correct and, accordingly, prospective investors should not place undue reliance on these forward looking statements. These statements speak only as of the date of this press release and Aurora Spine does not assume any obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances.
For more information, please contact:
Aurora Spine Corporation
Trent Northcutt
President and Chief Executive Officer
(760) 424-2004
Sarina Mason
Chief Financial Officer
(760) 424-2004
www.aurora-spine.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 3 hours ago.
The net proceeds from the Offering will be used for general working capital purposes.
The Company expects that the Offering will close in late January 2018. All securities issued by Aurora Spine in connection with this Offering will be subject to a statutory four month hold period. The Offering is subject to certain conditions including, but not limited to, the receipt of all necessary approvals, including the final approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.
This news release does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any of the securities in the United States. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to U.S. Persons unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.
*About Aurora Spine*
Aurora Spine is an early stage company focused on bringing new solutions to the spinal implant market through a series of screwless, innovative, minimally invasive, regenerative spinal implant technologies. Aurora Spine continues to position itself at the forefront of spinal surgery procedures, focusing on minimally invasive spine surgery technologies. Aurora Spine is changing spine surgery by focusing on disruptive technologies following the Company’s commitment to – Simplifying the Complex.
*Forward-Looking Statements*
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www.aurora-spine.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 3 hours ago.
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Hyundai Motor and Aurora Partner to Develop Level 4 Autonomous Vehicles by 2021
Reported by newKerala.com 1 hour ago.
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Have Marijuana Stocks Grown to Constitute a Significant Proportion of Your Investment Portfolio?
You may need to do something after astronomical gains on marijuana stocks such as Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB) have resulted in high portfolio exposure to the sector.
Reported by Motley Fool 3 hours ago.
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Astronics Corporation Announces 2017 Fourth Quarter Bookings and Updated 2018 Revenue Guidance
EAST AURORA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ: ATRO) announces updated expectations for 2017 year-end results and revenue guidance for 2018.
Reported by Business Wire 42 minutes ago.
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5 questions for autonomous car pioneer Chris Urmson
DETROIT (AP) — After leaving a leadership post at Google's autonomous car unit, Chris Urmson and two other self-driving vehicle pioneers are back in the race with a new company that will rival their former employers. Aurora Innovation on Thursday announced that it had signed partnerships with Hyundai and Volkswagen to help the automakers develop autonomous vehicles, a major step in the tightening competition. Urmson, who led autonomous vehicle development efforts at Alphabet Inc.'s Google for more than seven years, started Aurora last year with former Tesla executive Sterling Anderson, and ex-Uber autonomous vehicle leader Drew Bagnell.
Reported by SeattlePI.com 1 week ago.
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Hyundai Motor and Aurora Partner to Develop Level 4 Autonomous Vehicles by 2021
Reported by newKerala.com 9 hours ago.
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Dr. Robert Kotler, Renowned Cosmetic Surgeon, Wins “Best of Los Angeles Award” For Best Rhinoplastic Surgeon 2018
Dr. Robert Kotler wins “Best of Los Angeles Award” for Best Rhinoplastic Surgeon 2018 according to Aurora DeRose, award coordinator for the Best of Los Angeles Award community (https://www.facebook.com/BestofLosAngelesAwards/).
LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) January 12, 2018
Dr. Robert Kotler is one of the world’s leading facial cosmetic surgeons with decades of experience performing thousands of procedures. Kotler has served as a commissioner and regional consultant to the Medical Board of California and as a Medical Consultant to the City and County of Los Angeles. His highly specialized cosmetic surgery private practice focuses specifically on rhinoplasty, face and neck lifts, neck sculptures, chin implants, and chemical peels.
“I was able to trust him 100% and I know that I made the absolute right decision in having him as my plastic surgeon. Now my nose is looking great! It has been extremely relieving that I am no longer insecure about my nose and that I can be confident in how I look.” Kevin Lenham – Alhambra, CA
“Dr. Kotler is wonderful. He has an eye for detail and a wonderful bedside manner. He is very experienced and it shows from his work. His staff is very professional and always so friendly. We fly from Houston to see him and he is always punctual and on time for his patients. He is the best.” Jennifer Frederick – Houston, TX
“Robert Kotler is a GENIUS. Getting my rhinoplasty done with Dr. Kotler has been the wisest decision I have ever made for myself. His staff is utterly professional & competent. My surgery took about 50 minutes... my breathing is PERFECT & I am IN love with my nose. Thank you Dr. Kotler & staff for taking great care of me!” Dayana Stevenson – Glendale, CA
The “Best of Los Angeles Award” community was formed three years ago and consists of over 3,700 professional members living and working in Southern California. It celebrates the best people, places and things in Los Angeles with a slogan “No Ads. No B.S. Only the Best.”
“The mission of the community is to celebrate the best of Los Angeles, and allow its community members to connect with other members who share the highest standards of quality and integrity,” said DeRose.
"At my practice, my staff and I strive for only the best service. I am honored to receive this award and be recognized as 'The Best Rhinoplastic Surgeon in Los Angeles,'” says Kotler. Reported by PRWeb 10 hours ago.
LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) January 12, 2018
Dr. Robert Kotler is one of the world’s leading facial cosmetic surgeons with decades of experience performing thousands of procedures. Kotler has served as a commissioner and regional consultant to the Medical Board of California and as a Medical Consultant to the City and County of Los Angeles. His highly specialized cosmetic surgery private practice focuses specifically on rhinoplasty, face and neck lifts, neck sculptures, chin implants, and chemical peels.
“I was able to trust him 100% and I know that I made the absolute right decision in having him as my plastic surgeon. Now my nose is looking great! It has been extremely relieving that I am no longer insecure about my nose and that I can be confident in how I look.” Kevin Lenham – Alhambra, CA
“Dr. Kotler is wonderful. He has an eye for detail and a wonderful bedside manner. He is very experienced and it shows from his work. His staff is very professional and always so friendly. We fly from Houston to see him and he is always punctual and on time for his patients. He is the best.” Jennifer Frederick – Houston, TX
“Robert Kotler is a GENIUS. Getting my rhinoplasty done with Dr. Kotler has been the wisest decision I have ever made for myself. His staff is utterly professional & competent. My surgery took about 50 minutes... my breathing is PERFECT & I am IN love with my nose. Thank you Dr. Kotler & staff for taking great care of me!” Dayana Stevenson – Glendale, CA
The “Best of Los Angeles Award” community was formed three years ago and consists of over 3,700 professional members living and working in Southern California. It celebrates the best people, places and things in Los Angeles with a slogan “No Ads. No B.S. Only the Best.”
“The mission of the community is to celebrate the best of Los Angeles, and allow its community members to connect with other members who share the highest standards of quality and integrity,” said DeRose.
"At my practice, my staff and I strive for only the best service. I am honored to receive this award and be recognized as 'The Best Rhinoplastic Surgeon in Los Angeles,'” says Kotler. Reported by PRWeb 10 hours ago.
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Songs We Love: Raveena Aurora, 'Wherever U Go'
The Indian-American singer proves she's one to root for with this bonus track off her 2017 EP Shanti.
Reported by NPR 8 hours ago.
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Overdue and $1 billion over budget, Aurora VA hospital is still incomplete and will likely be understaffed, document says
The Aurora VA hospital set to open later has a to-do list hundreds of items long and will lack staff, space and services, according to a congressional document obtained by The Denver Post
Reported by Denver Post 2 hours ago.
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Through “mouth painting,” disabled Aurora artist creates portraits that defy his limitations
A car accident 26 years ago left 47-year-old Matt Hendrick with quadriplegia, but that hasn’t kept him from finding serenity through his art. “It’s like a meditation,” he says.
Reported by Denver Post 12 hours ago.
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