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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Judge rules in favor of Lee's Summit in case against county over 2023 assessments
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A judge ruled in favor of the City of Lee's Summit in its lawsuit against Jackson County over the 2023 assessments and ordered the city to recover more than $250,000 in damages. Judge Derek Spencer, who was brought in from Cass County, specifically sided with the city on two counts: breach of contract and breach of the duty of good faith and fair dealing. Jackson County likely to comply with latest order on assessments The judgment comes nearly two months after a bench trial was held in Jackson County Circuit Court. The lawsuit was first filed in 2023. The court's order, filed Wednesday, stated that the county broke contract by 'failing to provide necessary records of the tax rolls to the city.' It said that this ultimately prevented the city from collecting taxes and 'thereby prevented the city from receiving the benefit of the bargain': 1% of all taxes collected by the city pursuant to the contract the county and city have had since 2007. It said it breached this contract on April 2, 2024, by excluding the city from the county's ASCEND system and the tax collection process. Here's how to file a claim amid 23andMe bankruptcy The judgment awards damages to Lee's Summit for $259,137.08, and said the city is entitled to pre-judgment and post-judgment interest. On all other counts, the judge ruled in favor of the county, but added: 'Mandamus and declaratory judgment relief are not appropriate relief as many of the issues related to the 2023 assessments relate to the discretion exercised by Ms. McCann Beatty and Mr. Frank White Jr., and certain rights the City request the Court enforce are not clear rights expressed in statutes enacted by the Legislature.' This is a developing story; FOX4 will provide updates as they're madea available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
AIAA, CSF, SFA, and SGAC Collaborate to Expand ASCEND 2026 in Washington, D.C.
Integrated Event Scheduled for 19–21 May 2026 RESTON, Va., May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), the Commercial Space Federation (CSF), the Space Force Association (SFA), and the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) announced today they are joining forces on an integrated space event, ASCEND 2026, spanning the week of 19–21 May 2026 in Washington, D.C. 'The vision of ASCEND has always been as a platform for accelerating the use of space for exploration, R&D, national security, and commercial innovation,' said Clay Mowry, chief executive officer, AIAA. 'We are thrilled to bring ASCEND to the nation's capital with these new event partners. Our new collaboration isn't just exciting, it's transformative – creating enormous synergies for the space community for learning, technical exchange, and in-depth dialogue. This new 'Space Week' will showcase the full spectrum of space policy, commerce, security, and innovation to build our off-world future.' Space Policy and Leadership – Commercial Space Federation (CSF)CSF is joining ASCEND as the premier event partner to design and deliver programming during ASCEND 2026 on the most pressing commercial space issues facing the industry. This move will continue CSF's leadership on space policy discussions that were historically held during its flagship Washington, D.C., event, the Commercial Space Policy Conference. Dave Cavossa, president, CSF, added, 'CSF is excited to join forces with AIAA and other partners to reimagine a modern space event that is aligned to the policy challenges of today and tomorrow for the commercial space ecosystem. We want those vital discussions to happen in Washington, D.C., bringing all the critical voices together in the town where so much of our global space policy is shaped.' National Security Space – Space Force Association (SFA)Through an enhanced focus on national security space, ASCEND 2026 will feature expanded content highlighting its criticality to this community. SFA will provide sessions and speakers in the expanded event, designed to enable U.S. Space Force Guardians to collaborate with the commercial and civil space communities to enhance strategic partnerships and counter growing threats. In addition, ASCEND 2026 will feature a classified event that will provide attendees with mission critical insights. Next Generation of Aerospace Professionals – Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) As the largest network of university students and young professionals working in the global aerospace industry, SGAC will deliver its signature fast-paced, content-rich programming to ASCEND 2026. Modeled on the TEDx 'lightning talk' format used at its previous SGx event, SGAC will create an environment where young professionals, industry experts, and government executives can network, share insights, and inspire each other. Since 2020, ASCEND has promoted the collaborative, interdisciplinary, outcomes-driven community of professionals, students, and enthusiasts around the world who are accelerating humanity's progress toward our off-world future. Lockheed Martin is the founding sponsor of ASCEND. The ASCEND 2026 Call for Content will open in early July 2025, inviting the global space community to submit technical abstracts and propose collaborative session topics across a broad range of disciplines. AIAA Contact: Rebecca Gray, RebeccaG@ 804-397-5270 CSF Contact: Kenya McEachern, kenya@ Contact: Karen Lawrie, publicaffairs@ Contact: Tatiana Komorna, About AIAA AIAA is the world's largest aerospace technical society. With nearly 30,000 individual members from 91 countries, and 100 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia, and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space, and defense. Visit or follow us: X/Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. About Commercial Space FederationCSF is the leading U.S.-based trade association representing the commercial space industry. Our members represent multiple sectors of the space economy including launch and reentry, remote sensing, spaceports, satellite-based internet, in-space research and manufacturing, commercial space stations, space situational awareness, and more. CSF and its members are focused on expanding America's leadership in space by offering innovative – and often less expensive – solutions to U.S. government customers including NASA, the U.S. Space Force, and the intelligence community. CSF advocates for policies that will grow a sustainable space economy, the global value of which is already estimated at $570 billion and projected to grow to $1.8 trillion by 2035. About Space Force AssociationThe Space Force Association (SFA) is the only independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that serves as a professional military association whose sole focus is supporting the United States Space Force, United States Space Command, U.S. national spacepower at large, and our global partners and allies' efforts in space exploration. Its core functions are to research, inform, and advocate to achieve superior spacepower by shaping a Space Force that provides credible deterrence in competition, dominant capability in combat, and professional services for all partners. In addition, the SFA has an essential function to provide support for the men and women of the U.S. Space Force. About Space Generation Advisory CouncilThe Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) in support of the United Nations Programme on Space Applications is a global non-governmental, non-profit (US 501(c)(3) organization and network that connects and represents university students and young space professionals aged 18–35 to the United Nations, space agencies, industry, and academia. With members in over 165 countries, SGAC fosters international collaboration, capacity-building, and innovation in the space sector. The organization hosts flagship events such as the annual Space Generation Congress (SGC), SGx, SGFF and regional Space Generation Workshops (SGWs), publishes policy recommendations, and provides scholarships to empower young professionals. SGAC is also dedicated to STEM outreach and advocacy, inspiring and enabling the next generation of space leaders.A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Standard
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
MFIN Unveils Online Certification Program to Empower and Transform Microfinance Workforce
PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 6: Microfinance Industry Network (MFIN) today launched "ASCEND - The Education and Advancement program in microfinance" Programme, an online initiative to build professional capability, promote responsible lending, and enhance customer protection in India's microfinance sector. Designed for field officers, branch managers, and aspiring professionals, the programme aims to equip participants with essential knowledge in financial inclusion, regulatory compliance, credit appraisal, customer engagement, ethics, and digital transformation. The Certification Programme was launched by Dr Alok Misra, CEO & Director, MFIN along with Dr Nirupam Mehrotra, Director, Bankers Institute of Rural Development (BIRD) & Mr Ramamurthy Krishnan, President & CEO, NSEIT. Mr Manoj Kumar Nambiar, Chairman, MFIN, Managing Director, Arohan Financial Services Limited and Mr Vineet Chattree, Vice-Chairman, MFIN & Managing Director, Svatantra Microfin Pvt Ltd and Mr Gyan Mohan, Director and CEO, Adi Chitragupta Finance Ltd were also present at the launch. In collaboration with the Bankers Institute of Rural Development (BIRD) and supported by NSEIT's secure digital infrastructure, the Certification Programme provides comprehensive, industry-relevant training for frontline officers and managers, preparing them to champion financial inclusion and client protection across the microfinance sector. Speaking at the launch, Dr Alok Misra, CEO & Director, MFIN said: "Field officers are the backbone of the microfinance industry, connecting underserved communities to formal financial services. This certification program is a step towards recognizing their pivotal role, while providing them with guidance, knowledge, and ethical frameworks to serve clients better and foster responsible finance." The programme combines self-paced online modules with recorded expert sessions and live doubt-clearing interactions, offering a flexible and engaging learning experience. Participants engage with carefully curated content that includes case studies, regulatory updates, and practical insights tailored to the evolving landscape of rural development and banking. A robust assessment framework, featuring a comprehensive multiple-choice question bank aligned with key learning modules, ensures thorough evaluation. Certification is awarded upon successful completion of the assessments, with options for and extended learning support to help candidates achieve proficiency. Key highlights of the program: * Online, self-paced learning format with access to downloadable content, recorded and live doubt clearing sessions * Content covering microfinance operations, regulations, technology integration, and client protection * Proctored online assessments with industry-recognized certification jointly issued by MFIN and BIRD * Designed to build conceptual clarity, operational excellence, and ethical standards This certification is part of MFIN's broader capacity-building mandate to promote professionalism, enhance operational effectiveness, and drive a culture of client-centric, inclusive financial services across India's microfinance ecosystem. For more information on the Loan Officers Certification Program and enrollment details, visit MFIN's website.
Medscape
05-05-2025
- Health
- Medscape
FDA Okays DHE Nasal Spray for Acute Migraine
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved dihydroergotamine (DHE) nasal powder (Atzumi, Satsuma Pharmaceuticals Inc) for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults Atzumi (previously STS101) is the 'first and only' product utilizing the Simple MucoAdhesive Release Technology (SMART) platform, which combines a proprietary advanced powder and device technology to simplify delivery of DHE, the company said in a news release announcing approval. "DHE plays a unique clinical role in the acute treatment of migraine, providing patients long lasting effects and the unique ability to provide benefit even when taken late in a migraine attack,' Stewart J. Tepper, MD, vice president, New England Institute for Neurology and Headache, Stamford, Connecticut, said in the release. 'The convenience of Atzumi, the only DHE nasal powder, will offer patients ease of use combined with the important known DHE clinical advantages," Tepper added. The FDA approved Atzumi based on two clinical studies — the phase 1 pharmacokinetics trial and the phase 3 ASCEND open-label, long-term safety trial, which Tepper led. The ASCEND study enrolled adults with a ≥ 1 year history of migraine with or without aura and 4-12 migraine attacks per month and < 15 headache days per month in each of the 3 months prior to screening. The study demonstrated fast absorption, rapid achievement of high DHE plasma concentrations, and sustained DHE plasma levels over time as well as safety and tolerability in subjects with migraine. Treatment with DHE nasal powder was associated with rapid onset of freedom from pain (37%, 67%, and 86% of treated attacks 2, 4, and 24 hours after dosing, respectively), freedom from most bothersome symptoms (54%, 80%, and 91%), and headache relief (67%, 89%, and 94%). Atzumi is not indicated for the preventive treatment of migraine or for the management of hemiplegic migraine, or migraine with brainstem aura. Complete prescribing information is available online.
Hi Dubai
22-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Launches World's First AI Compliance Platform for Public Finance
Dubai Finance (DOF) has unveiled ASCEND (AI-Assisted System for Compliance Verification and Recommendations), the world's first AI-powered compliance verification platform for public finance, at the inaugural Dubai AI Week. Announced by Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh, Director General of DOF, ASCEND is a central pillar of the department's AI strategy, aimed at boosting operational efficiency and enhancing financial governance. 'By embedding AI into our governance model, we are reinforcing accountability and agility while advancing Dubai's global leadership in digital government,' Al Saleh said. ASCEND tackles key compliance challenges like fragmented data and manual reviews by introducing autonomous, real-time assessments. According to Huda Hamdan Al Shaikh, Executive Director of the Corporate Services Sector and CEO of AI at DOF, the platform replaces traditional processes with AI-led governance. Powered by open-source large language models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), ASCEND interprets legal texts, analyzes financial procedures, and performs compliance checks. It conducts risk detection, gap analysis, KPI mapping against legal frameworks, and generates structured, bilingual reports. Fatma Buti Alsuwaidi, Director of Strategy and Corporate Performance, noted ASCEND's ability to offer actionable recommendations and ensure regulatory alignment of KPIs. Hosted on UAE-based cloud infrastructure, ASCEND adheres to national Information Security Regulation standards, maintaining full data sovereignty. The launch positions Dubai as a global pioneer in AI-driven public sector transformation, setting a new standard in financial governance innovation. News Source: Emirates News Agency
