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ABC News
02-05-2025
- Business
- ABC News
Canberra developers found to have broken consumer law over light rail, rental yeild advertising in Canberra
Two companies that made false claims about approvals for light rail stops near a luxury apartment building in Woden have been fined more than $3 million each under consumer laws. The court found GRE Sales — also known as Geocon — and GZ Developments — ultimately owned by Zapari — had broken the law by suggesting light rail to Woden Town Centre had been approved and would stop near the Grand Central Towers. And a further claim suggested buyers would obtain a seven per cent gross rental yield. The claims were advertised on billboards, flyers and a promotional video. The court found these were misleading and at odds with Australian consumer laws. The advertising bore the brand names of Geocon and Zapari. 'Disdainful, contemptuous and scornful' In his judgment Acting Justice Greg Curtin said: "The desire to maximise profit would seem to have won out over commercial ethics and legal obligations". Although he only fined GRE Sales and GZ Developments, he also took aim at principles in the head companies. "Mr Nick Georgalis and Mr [Nick] Skepev, via other corporate vehicles utilising the brand names 'Geocon' and 'Zapari', are prominent developers of residential real estate in the Australian Capital Territory," Acting Justice Curtin said. "Mr Nick Georgalis and Mr Skepev were intimately involved with the travel times representations, although it is fair to say Mr Georgalis was more involved than Mr Skepev. The Woden development Grand Central Towers was completed in 2021. ( ABC News ) "They were less involved, although directly so, with the light rail location representation. "They had less involvement with the rental yield representation, but they knew of its existence. "Thus, the ultimate owners of GZ and GRE were involved in the representations." Acting Justice Curtin listed all those involved in the misrepresentations including two senior managers, who the judgment says have both left the companies. "Taken as a whole, the conduct of GZ, GRE, Messrs Nick Georgalis, Skepev, Stephens and Micalos concerning the representations was cavalier to say the least, and was disdainful, contemptuous and scornful of consumers and the legal requirement of having reasonable grounds for the making of representations as to future matters," he said. " The desire to maximise profit would seem to have won out over commercial ethics and legal obligations. " Acting Justice Curtin also said on the balance of probabilities some financial loss was suffered by some buyers. He said he accepted the Fair Trading Commission's case that the misleading representations brought higher prices, than if they hadn't been made. "The evidence established that GRE and GZ's internal calculations of gross rental return were less than seven persons for most of the units, yet GZ and GRE represented that all units would achieve seven per cent," Acting Justice Curtin said. Acting Justice Curtin in the end only targeted GZ Developments and GRE Sales, fining them each $3,225,000, and ordering them to pay costs.
Business Upturn
22-04-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Target Test Prep's New AI-Powered Chatbot Takes GRE Test Prep to the Next Level
By GlobeNewswire Published on April 22, 2025, 19:05 IST LOS ANGELES, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Target Test Prep (TTP), a leader in innovative test preparation solutions, recently launched its latest advancement, TTP AI Assist, one of the first artificial intelligence (AI) powered chatbots designed to support students preparing for the GRE. The innovative technology integrates into the TTP GRE prep course and offers personalized, 24/7 real-time assistance with no additional cost to students. Since 2016, the GRE has nearly tripled its share of the business school market. Today, 30% of students who enrolled at top business schools last fall submitted a GRE with their application. The increase in students taking the GRE to further their education has led to the need for access to more robust test-prep tools. Target Test Prep has emerged as a leader in the test-prep space, and with the launch of TTP AI Assist students will now have 24/7 access to GRE coaching tailored to their needs and personalized study recommendations to help maximize their scores. 'We are helping students receive test prep instruction in a way that suits them best, which can lead to better understanding and retention,' said Scott Woodbury-Stewart, Founder and CEO of Target Test Prep. 'We're harnessing the potential of AI to elevate learning and offering innovative, impactful test prep that ensures equal opportunities for every student.' Some of the key features of TTP AI Assist include: Personalized Learning: Tailored assistance that adjusts to students' needs and strengthens core concepts. Tailored assistance that adjusts to students' needs and strengthens core concepts. Instant Responses: Real-time support to ensure students can maintain study momentum without delays. Real-time support to ensure students can maintain study momentum without delays. Accessibility: An affordable alternative to 1:1 tutoring and high-quality, equitable test prep option. An affordable alternative to 1:1 tutoring and high-quality, equitable test prep option. Intelligent Design: Specially designed to enhance GRE understanding and bridge learning gaps. 'Our engineering team developed TTP AI Assist with the intent of building a tool that effortlessly enhances students' GRE prep experience and supports the growing role of AI in education,' said Amaury Peniche, VP of Engineering at Target Test Prep. Learn more about TTP AI Assist and how it is transforming GRE test preparation at . About Target Test Prep Target Test Prep is a premier provider of online test preparation solutions, empowering students to achieve their highest potential scores with comprehensive, effective study tools and resources. Known for its proven approach that blends technology with personalized strategies, Target Test Prep serves students preparing for the GMAT, GRE, EA or SAT tests, helping them succeed and access the opportunities they deserve. Media Contact: Caroline Hansen [[email protected]] Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. GlobeNewswire provides press release distribution services globally, with substantial operations in North America and Europe.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Five Georgia State Graduate Business Programs Ranked in 2025 U.S. News Rankings
Five Georgia State Graduate Business Programs Ranked in 2025 U.S. News Rankings Atlanta, Georgia, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The part-time MBA and specialty programs in information systems, real estate, business analytics, and healthcare management offered by Georgia State University's J. Mack Robinson College of Business are ranked in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Graduate Schools, released today (April 8). Robinson's graduate program in information systems is No. 7 among public university programs and No. 10 overall. It is offered as an M.S. in Information Systems and as an MBA concentration. The college's graduate program in real estate is No. 9 among public university programs and No. 17 overall. It is offered as an M.S. in Commercial Real Estate and as an MBA concentration. Robinson's graduate analytics program is No. 11 among public university programs and No. 36 overall. It is offered as an M.S. in Data Science & Analytics and a STEM-designated MBA major in business analysis. The college's graduate health administration program is No. 21 among public university programs and No. 41 overall. It is offered as a dual-degree MBA/Master of Health Administration and as an MBA concentration. It is ranked with healthcare management programs. Robinson's part-time MBA is No. 22 among public university programs and No. 35 overall. 'We are pleased and proud of these U.S. News rankings, which reflect the relevance and responsiveness of our programs for working professionals and the esteem of our peer institutions,' said Richard Phillips, dean of the Robinson College. U.S. News bases its part-time MBA rankings on factors including peer assessment, median GMAT/GRE scores, median GPA, and average length of work experience. Two-hundred sixty-nine part-time programs met the criteria for consideration and were evaluated. Specialty rankings for information systems, real estate, and data science and analytics programs depend on peer assessments from business school deans and directors of MBA programs accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Healthcare management programs are evaluated by accredited member institutions of the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education. For more information, visit Attachment Five Georgia State Graduate Business Programs Ranked in 2025 U.S. News Rankings CONTACT: Holly Frew J. Mack Robinson College of Business 404-413-7076 hfrew@ in to access your portfolio
Forbes
25-03-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Coco Gauff Crashes Out Of Miami Open With Loss To Magda Linette
MIAMI GARDENS, FL - MARCH 22: Coco Gauff (USA) looks on during a Miami Open match against Maria ... More Sakkari (GRE) on March 22, 2025, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida,(Photo by Chris Arjoon/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) American star Coco Gauff bowed out of the Miami Open in the round of 16 on Monday, as she fell to a 6-4, 6-4 defeat to the unseeded Magda Linette of Poland. Gauff, the third seed in Miami, was knocked out of Indian Wells at the same stage two weeks ago, losing to Belinda Bencic in that encounter. Since reaching the quarterfinals of this year's Australian Open, Gauff has gone 4-4 without getting out of the fourth round of three consecutive WTA 1000 events. 'It wasn't great today and it hasn't been for the last two weeks so I'm just trying to figure that out,'' said Gauff, the former U.S. Open champion. 'Everything, serve, return, forehand, backhand, everything honestly. It's just one of those days I felt off on everything on the court.' Committing 12 double faults, Gauff struggled with her serve, and Linette broke the American four times. Gauff, who turned 21 a few weeks ago, seemed to take control of the second set with a break to draw even at 3-3 and then went up 4-3 on consecutive aces. But Linette ultimately dominated, clinching her first win over a top-three player since 2021. Since 2009, the 33-year-old Linette is the second-oldest player to claim a first WTA 1000 win over a Top 5 opponent, after Hsieh Su-wei six years ago in Dubai. Linette is also the third-oldest woman this century to reach the Miami Open quarterfinals for the first time, after Mirjana Lucic (2017) and Hsieh Su-Wei (2019). 'It was really important for me to keep pressing Coco's serve,'' said Linette, who avenged a quarterfinal loss to Gauff at a Wuhan Masters last year. 'Make sure she feels the pressure. 'I was returning well and was really brave. I was able to back it up with solid service games. She's really tough when you manage to break because she's so competitive.' Linette will face sixth seed Jasmine Paolini in the quarterfinals after the Italian came from behind to knock out four-time major winner Naomi Osaka 3-6, 6-4, 6-4. MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - MARCH 24: Danielle Collins of the United States and Aryna Sabalenka shake ... More hands at the net after the women's singles fourth round on Day 7 of the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium on March 24, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by) Monday was a day to forget for Americans, as defending champion Danielle Collins as well as Amanda Anisimova and Ashlyn Krueger also crashed out. Collins lost 6-4, 6-4 to top seed Aryna Sabalenka, while Anisimova lost to unseeded Brit Emma Raducanu 6-1, 6-3 and Ashlyn Krueger was defeated 6-2, 7-6(3) by China's Qinwen Zheng. Fourth seed Jessica Pegula is the only American left in the WTA 1000 tournament following her 6-2, 6-3 victory over Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine. Playing in her fourth consecutive Miami quarterfinal, Pegula will face Raducanu for a place in the semifinals. Iga Swiatek, the second seed, will face 19-year-old Filipino wildcard Alexandra Eala in the other quarterfinal. 'That's a bummer there's not any more of us left, especially being in the U.S.,'' Pegula said. 'I'm happy to carry the flag to the next day, into the next round and hopefully I can represent the best I can for the rest of the tournament. 'It's nice, but not nice to know you're the one that's the last one left in a sense, so hopefully I can use that for motivation with the crowd here. 'Hopefully, that means the crowd will really be behind me every single match and I can use that to my advantage as well.'
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Yahoo
JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' among books used to smuggle drugs into Ohio prison
A Maumee man faces criminal charges that accuse him of spraying pages of books with drugs and smuggling them into a northeast Ohio prison, including Vice President JD Vance's "Hillbilly Elegy," according to federal court records. Austin Siebert is charged in U.S. District Court in Cleveland in connection with the scheme, which federal officials said involved trying to recruit people at multiple prisons to receive packages containing drugs. Siebert used something called the "Amazon Technique" to get the drug-soaked books into the Grafton Correctional Institution in Lorain County, court records say. The technique involves ordering books from a store like Amazon or Barnes and Noble online, printing a receipt to make a book appear purchased from a legitimate retailer and then canceling the order. Related article: Rash of contraband smuggling at Lancaster prison exposes workers to chemicals The person outside the prison ships a separate physical copy of the book using the falsified shipping label to the prison soaked with drugs, in many instances synthetic marijuana, according to court records. The process lends the appearance that the book came directly from a legitimate online retailer. In November, court records say Siebert received a phone call from a Grafton inmate. Siebert used his real name on the calls and when registering for a messaging system with inmates. In the call, Siebert told the inmate he drove 45 minutes to mail a package, which court records say was done to avoid being caught on video at a post office near his home. On Dec. 3, Siebert contacted the inmate to let them know the package had been delivered. In a phone call that was recorded that afternoon, court records say Siebert specifically referenced Vance's "Hillbilly Elegy" as having been sprayed with drugs. Siebert called the book — a memoir that depicts Vance's mother's struggles with opioid addiction — a "(expletive) romance novel" in the call. Prison officials intercepted the package containing a copy of Vance's book and a GRE study guide. The books were taken to a lab for analysis, court records say, and the last 10 pages of Vance's book tested positive for two separate synthetic cannabinoids. In December, Siebert also sent a book, "Corrupting the Innocent" by P. Rayne, which is described as a mafia-style forbidden romance, to a different inmate. Court records say several pages of the book were visibly discolored and soaked in drugs. Around the same time, Siebert began sending messages to inmates he knew at the Allen/Oakwood Correctional Institution in Lima and London Correctional Institute, asking if he wanted to be involved in the scheme, according to court records. Siebert also told inmates he was making his own equipment to rebind books after soaking pages with drugs more efficiently, court records say. Police executed a search warrant at Siebert's home in Maumee and found a book that appeared to have pages soaked in drugs, a loaded handgun, several bags with drugs, including fentanyl and cocaine, and Amazon mailing labels. Police also found a machine believed to have been used to rebind the books, court records say. Siebert is currently being held in detention. bbruner@ This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: JD Vance's Hillbilly Elegy used in Ohio prison drug smuggling scheme
