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Sharjah 24
21-04-2025
- Business
- Sharjah 24
UKB launches "Basta" Exhibition for student entrepreneurs
Launch of the first "Basta" exhibition On Monday, the University of Kalba inaugurated the first edition of the "Basta" exhibition for Small and Medium Enterprises, with participation from both current students and alumni, alongside several government entities and institutions. Opening ceremony attended by university leadership The exhibition's opening ceremony was attended by Dr Najwa Alhosani, Chancellor of the University, Dr Ali Obaid Al Zaabi, and a number of college deans and members of the academic and administrative staff. Exhibition aims to foster creativity and market readiness Speaking to 'Sharjah 24, Dr Al Zaabi noted that the exhibition aligns with the university's strategy to support innovation and encourage students with creative talents to explore the job market. Annual event showcases student projects He explained that the exhibition, which will be held annually and continues until next Thursday, features various marketing pavilions showcasing student-led small and medium-sized businesses. These include perfumes, incense, photography, drawing, clothing, food, and beverages. Collaboration with government entities Dr Al Zaabi also praised the involvement of several government departments and institutions, such as the Sharjah Foundation to Support Pioneering Entrepreneurs (RUWAD) and the Sharjah Institute for Heritage, in enriching the exhibition experience.
Axios
02-04-2025
- Business
- Axios
Meet the Colorado finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards
The James Beard Awards just dropped its finalist list — and Colorado chefs, bartenders and restaurateurs are well represented. Why it matters: A James Beard win can change the trajectory of a business overnight and transform a local haunt into a national destination. The big picture: After a strong showing in the semifinalist round, Colorado talent is holding steady. From a fine-dining fixture in Boulder to the bartenders at the helm of a rowdy cocktail lounge in Denver, this year's finalists capture the full flavor of the Front Range — and beyond. Colorado's 2025 James Beard finalists: Outstanding restaurant: Frasca Food and Wine (Boulder) Best new restaurant: Alma Fonda Fina (Denver) Outstanding chef: Josh Niernberg, Bin 707 Foodbar (Grand Junction) Outstanding pastry chef or baker: Carolyn Nugent and Alen Ramos, Poulette Bakeshop (Parker) Outstanding professional in cocktail service: McLain Hedges and Mary Allison Wright, Yacht Club (Denver) Best chef — Mountain (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY): Penelope Wong, Yuan Wonton (Denver) What they're saying: "Ultimately, this honor is about more than just us; it's a win for the entire Denver food community," Alma Fonda Fina chef Johnny Curiel said in a statement. "Our goal has always been to make our city's restaurant scene more inclusive, culturally diverse, and innovative, and this moment feels like a step forward for all of us." What's new: This year marks the 35th anniversary of the James Beard Chef and Restaurant Awards, with three new beverage-focused categories debuting — a nod to the rise of cocktail culture and bar talent across the U.S. Flashback: Last year, Erika and Kelly Whitaker of Id Est Hospitality Group (The Wolf's Tailor, BRUTØ, Basta and more) — took home outstanding restaurateur honors, while Matt Vawter of Breckenridge-based Rootstalk won best chef in the mountain region.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Phathom Pharmaceuticals Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
FLORHAM PARK, N.J., April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: PHAT), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing novel treatments for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, today announced that, in connection with the appointment of Steven Basta as President and Chief Executive Officer, the Company's Board of Directors has approved the grant of inducement awards. The Board of Directors approved the grant to Mr. Basta of a non-qualified stock option to purchase 1,085,000 shares of Phathom common stock under the Company's 2025 Employment Inducement Incentive Award Plan (the 'Inducement Plan'), 25% of which will vest on April 1, 2026, and the remainder of which will vest in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter. The stock option will be granted on April 3, 2025, and will have an exercise price equal to the closing price of Phathom's common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market on the grant date. In addition, the Board of Directors approved the grant to Mr. Basta of 360,000 performance stock units, the vesting of which is tied to the achievement of specified stock price hurdles and a service-based vesting requirement, and 180,000 performance stock units (at 'target' performance levels, with the opportunity to earn up to 200% of the 'target' number of units), the vesting of which is tied to the achievement of annual Company revenue targets over a three-year performance period ending December 31, 2027, and a service-based requirement. The performance stock units will be granted under the Inducement Plan on the date on which the Company files a Form S-8 registration statement with respect to the Inducement Plan. The awards will be subject to the terms and conditions of the Inducement Plan and the applicable award agreements. The awards are being granted as an inducement material to Mr. Basta entering into employment with the Company in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). About Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel treatments for gastrointestinal diseases. Phathom has in-licensed the exclusive rights to vonoprazan, a first-in-class potassium-competitive acid blocker (PCAB) that is currently marketed in the United States as VOQUEZNA® (vonoprazan) tablets for the relief of heartburn associated with Non-Erosive GERD in adults, the healing and maintenance of healing of Erosive GERD in adults and relief of associated heartburn, in addition to VOQUEZNA® TRIPLE PAK® (vonoprazan tablets, amoxicillin capsules, clarithromycin tablets) and VOQUEZNA® DUAL PAK® (vonoprazan tablets, amoxicillin capsules) for the treatment of H. pylori infection in adults. For more information about Phathom, visit the company's website at follow on LinkedIn and X. MEDIA CONTACTNick Benedetto1-877-742-8466media@ INVESTOR CONTACTEric Sciorilli1-877-742-8466ir@ © 2025 Phathom Pharmaceuticals. All rights VOQUEZNA DUAL PAK, VOQUEZNA TRIPLE PAK, Phathom Pharmaceuticals, and their respective logos are registered trademarks of Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Reuters
27-03-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Italy fires Olympic female gymnastics coach accused of abuse
ROME, March 27 (Reuters) - The dismissal of Italy's Olympic female rhythmic gymnastics coach, who is under investigation for allegations she victimised young gymnasts over their weight and eating habits, drew contrasting reactions among athletes and campaigners on Thursday. Italy's Gymnastics Federation fired Emanuela Maccarani on Wednesday from the post she held for 29 years, after prosecutors in the northern city of Monza requested that she stand trial over her alleged mistreatment of the gymnasts. The federation did not mention the abuse allegations in its statement. The prosecutors opened an investigation into 58-year-old Maccarani after two former gymnasts, Anna Basta and Nina Corradini, accused her in 2022 of psychological abuse when she had coached them. According to accusations widely reported by Italian media, Maccarani forced the gymnasts - both under 18 at that time - to weigh themselves before teammates, and coaching staff insulted the athletes if they appeared overweight. Maccarani has denied all wrongdoing. She told Reuters it was "devastating" to consider the effect her dismissal would have on the rhythmic gymnastics team and she was more concerned about them than her own future. She said she had received no official notification of the reason for her sacking and she would use her time "to think and to metabolise" recent events and concentrate on her legal case. Daniela Simonetti, president of the ChangeTheGame, an Italian body that defends victims of sexual, physical and emotional abuse in sport, said Maccarani's departure was "a turning point that opens a new page in the interests of young gymnasts." ChangeTheGame assisted Basta and Corradini in their case against Maccarani. Basta told Reuters Maccarani's dismissal should mark the end of training methods "that are antiquated and detrimental to the athletes of the future". Some athletes and their parents, however, have sided with the former coach. "We find ourselves after three years in an even more destabilising and detrimental situation for us female athletes and for the sports programming of the team," said Martina Centofanti, a star of the rhythmic gymnastics team.
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Plan to manage Flathead River recreation garners mixed reactions
Feb. 5—A proposed set of rules aimed at regulating recreation on the Flathead River is generating more questions than answers for many residents. After a five-year hiatus, the Forest Service last month released new information on the long-awaited Flathead Comprehensive River Management Plan, including a set of actions that aim to manage booming river traffic. Since the management plan's last revision in 1986, annual visitation to Glacier National Park has doubled and Flathead County has gained around 50,000 residents. Public affairs specialist for Flathead National Forest Kira Powell said the proposed actions look to balance the interests of an increasing number of paddlers, anglers and river recreationalists by prioritizing different experiences along different sections of the river. "Some segments provide more remoteness, and require more self-sufficiency, while other segments are more developed with more services provided. The proposal seeks to provide a balance of recreational opportunities," said Powell. The plan quantifies these different recreational opportunities through numerical user capacities. Along the South Fork, user capacities vary between 30 and 90 people per day, but the user capacities for high-traffic parts of the Middle Fork exceed 1,000 people per day. While the user capacities are not meant as restrictions or goals, the proposed numbers sparked frustration for many longtime river users who felt the capacities failed to capture how river recreation is changing. "For me, the issue is the imbalance between commercial rafting companies and the Flathead River system fishery," said Michael Basta, a longtime Flathead Valley resident and angler. In a written comment submitted through the Forest Service website, Basta said the uptick in commercial use over recent years has made it more difficult for him to enjoy the river, as large groups of rafts often scare away fish. Several other comments echo Basta's desire to limit commercial use of the river, referencing unpleasant run-ins with outfitter companies and busy river access sites. New limits on guide and outfitter service days are included in the list of proposed actions, but the suggested numbers exceed current use. Under the new proposal, service days would be capped at 86,000 for the whitewater stretch of the Middle Fork between Cascadilla and West Glacier, and 50,000 between West Glacier and the Middle Fork and South Fork confluence. The Forest Service estimated use for the combined stretch has averaged around 71,800 days in recent years. Another key aspect of the proposed plan is a new permit system that would impact people floating the North, South and Middle stems beginning in summer 2026. While the permits would be free and unlimited, some residents voiced concerns the change could be a first step to fully permitting the river. "Actions like this bring us one step closer to permitting the river so the ultra-wealthy that think they 'own' the river, can limit its use by the public," wrote Carson Diehl in a public comment. Others, like Dennis Drayna, said an unlimited permit system would not do enough to address overuse, and that the area's growing popularity made restrictions inevitable. "Everyone wants to recreate on the North Fork, but the reality is that not everyone who wants to will be able to do so if the river is to remain wild and scenic," said Drayna. Other proposed actions include a 50-person group size limit, prohibitions on noise levels above 60 decibels and camping on gravel bars, and a restriction on dogs between Bear Creek and Essex on the Middle Fork. As of Jan. 31, the proposed actions have garnered about 40 unique comments. Additional questions and comments can be submitted through Feb. 7 through an online portal. The Forest Service intends to share a full draft of the Flathead River Comprehensive Management Plan for public comment in August. Reporter Hailey Smalley can be reached at hsmalley@
