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The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
As Alfa Romeo celebrates its 115th anniversary it's also been announced as official sponsor of the Mondello Park bridge
Alfa Romeo Ireland is proud to announce its official sponsorship of one our motorsport's most iconic landmarks – the Mondello Park bridge. This partnership coincides with the year that Alfa Romeo celebrates its 115th anniversary. 4 DREAM PARTNERSHIP: Ciaran Cusack, Communications & Brand Manager at Alfa Romeo Ireland, John Saunders, Managing Director at Alfa Romeo Ireland and Roddy Greene, Managing Director of Mondello Park Credit: Alfa Romeo Ireland The Italian brand has a long association with Motorsport in Ireland, with the first ever Irish Grand Prix in 1929 at the Phoenix Park being won by Russian driver Boris Ivanowski, a former Imperial Officer of the Russian army, who dominated the event in an Alfa-Romeo 6C. In 1931 Henry Birkin won the Éireann Cup at that year's race in an Alfa-Romeo 8C. That race marked the final ever Grand Prix in Ireland, but Alfa Romeo continued to impress in other Motorsport arenas like the Leinster Trophy and, from 1968, races at Mondello Park. Mondello Park has seen its fair share of international legends take to the track over the years, including Ayrton Senna, Mika Häkkinen, and James Hunt. It has also played a key role in nurturing Irish talent, with the likes of John Watson, Eddie Irvine, and the late Eddie Jordan regularly competing at the track. As Ireland's only international motorsport venue, Mondello Park has long stood at the heart of Irish racing culture. 4 ITALIAN STALLIONS: Alfa Romeo Ireland is official sponsorship of the Mondello Park bridge Credit: Alfa Romeo Ireland 4 RED LETTER DAY: Ciaran Cusack with Niamh Brady, Marketing and Cummunication manager and Mondello Park Credit: Alfa Romeo Ireland Now, with Alfa Romeo's name adorning the landmark bridge that spans the track, two brands steeped in passion for performance and heritage are united. This exciting partnership also sees the Alfa Romeo Giulia and the all-new Alfa Romeo Junior EV SUV unveiled as the official safety cars for the circuit. Most read in Motors John Saunders, Head of Alfa Romeo Ireland, said: 'Alfa Romeo has a proud racing heritage, and we're thrilled to bring that spirit to Ireland's premier racing venue. The Mondello Park bridge is an iconic feature of Irish motorsport, and we're honoured to see the Alfa Romeo name featured so prominently. With the Giulia and the new Junior leading the safety fleet, we're also showcasing the power and dynamism that define Alfa Romeo today.' The Alfa Romeo Giulia – a powerful saloon with unmistakable Italian design – and the dynamic new Alfa Romeo Junior, the first all-electric model from the brand, will take centre stage as Mondello Park's official safety cars for all major track events. Roddy Greene, Managing Director of Mondello Park, added: 'We're delighted to welcome Alfa Romeo Ireland on board as the official sponsor of the Mondello Park bridge. The brand's legacy in motorsport and commitment to excellence aligns perfectly with our vision for the future of Irish racing. The addition of the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Junior to our safety car fleet elevates our track presence and adds a touch of Italian flair to every race day.' This collaboration marks a new chapter for both Alfa Romeo and Mondello Park. For more information on Alfa Romeo visit 4 NEW ARRIVAL: Sales Manager at Mondello Park Leo Nulty checks out the new Alfa Romeo Junior Credit: Alfa Romeo Ireland
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Where Food Comes From Q1 Profit Falls Amid Beef Market Headwinds
Shares of Where Food Comes From, Inc. WFCF have declined 13.5% since the company reported its earnings for the first quarter of 2025. This compares to the S&P 500 index's 0.5% rise over the same time frame. Over the past month, the stock has declined 19.1% against the S&P 500's 4.4% increase. For the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, WFCF reported total revenues of $5.27 million, marking a 5.5% decline from $5.58 million in the same period of 2024. The revenue contraction was largely due to a $252,000 drop in verification and certification services, which constitute about half of the company's revenue mix. Net income for the quarter dropped significantly to $31,000, or 1 cent per diluted share, compared to $178,000, or 3 cents per diluted share, in the year-ago period. Gross profit came in at $2.2 million compared with $2.3 million last year, with the gross margin holding steady at 41.6%. Where Food Comes From Inc. price-consensus-eps-surprise-chart | Where Food Comes From Inc. Quote While overall revenues declined, product sales and professional services remained relatively flat year over year at $702,000 and $389,000, respectively. Selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses were essentially unchanged at $2.05 million, reflecting tight cost controls amid challenging market conditions. Operating income fell to $142,000 from $261,000 due to softer revenues and a $76,000 non-cash loss on digital assets tied to fair value adjustments in Bitcoin holdings. Cash flow from operations totaled $632,000 for the quarter, down slightly from $700,000 in the prior year. The company repurchased 31,345 shares of common stock at a cost of $383,000, continuing a capital return strategy that has now exceeded 1.2 million shares since inception. CEO John Saunders acknowledged that the first quarter remained challenging, as cyclical herd reductions and prolonged drought conditions continued to suppress the company's core beef verification revenues. Additionally, tariffs affecting U.S. beef exports to China and outbreaks of avian influenza constrained poultry and dairy verification activity. Despite these pressures, Saunders emphasized the resilience of the company's model. Gross margins remained stable due to disciplined cost management, and customer retention remained high — above 90% — even as ranchers found strong demand for cattle without verification services amid record-high beef prices. Revenue contraction in the beef segment was directly linked to industry-wide herd shrinkage and trade disruptions, notably the cessation of beef exports to China. These dynamics not only reduced cattle volumes but also delayed audits and associated revenue streams. High-mortality avian flu outbreaks hampered poultry-related verification services, although biosecurity consulting partially mitigated these effects. Digital asset losses further dragged down bottom-line results. The company recorded a $76,000 unrealized loss on its Bitcoin holdings, a non-operational factor that contributed significantly to the year-over-year decline in net income. Saunders highlighted ongoing diversification as a buffer against sector-specific volatility. Specifically, the company is seeing strong momentum in its Upcycled Certified program — the fastest-growing verification standard in its portfolio — which grew certifications by 70% in 2024 and saw an additional 10% rise in the first quarter of 2025. In tandem, WFCF's fee-based labeling initiative gained traction with the addition of two major food retailers. One of these clients is expected to roll out labeling in 20 stores initially, with the potential to scale across more than 100 additional locations this year. These programs are expected to enhance consumer-facing brand visibility and create a new stream of licensing revenues. The company completed an internal segment reorganization in January 2025, integrating professional consulting services under its core Verification and Certification segment. This change was designed to better align business functions and improve efficiency across its various service lines. Additionally, in April 2025, the company canceled 1,237,700 treasury shares, reallocating $13.8 million from treasury stock to additional paid-in capital and retained earnings. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Where Food Comes From Inc. (WFCF): Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error 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
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dolphins undrafted free agents tracker: UDFAs Miami has landed so far
MIAMI GARDENS — The Miami Dolphins have a long and successful track record of adding quality undrafted free agents who make an impact. Some recent examples include Kader Kohou, Nik Needham, Storm Duck, Robert Jones, Chris Brooks and Julian Hill. Advertisement Here are some players the Dolphins have added as 2025 undrafted free agents: Miami Dolphins UDFA tracker: Latest undrafted free agent signings South Carolina DT Alex Huntley Alex Huntley, 6-foot-4, 298 pounds, was a 2-year captain. Last season, Huntley had 16 tackles with a pair of tackles for loss and one sack. Ole Miss S John Saunders John Saunders, 6-foot-2, 210 pounds, was second-team All-SEC. Saunders had 47 tackles and 3 interceptions as a senior. Also played at Miami (Ohio). Eugene Asante, 6-1, 223, ran a 4.48 in the 40-yard dash. Asante was projected to go as high as the fifth round. Explosive blitzer. Monaray Baldwin, 5-9, 172, had 27 catches for 478 yards and five touchdowns as a senior. Noel, 5-10, 190, is a native of Miami. Advertisement Noel played four seasons with Appalachian State. Western Michigan G Addison West Addison West, 6-2, 300, has played all three interior line positions. Could project to center in the NFL. Solid testing numbers. Can reach blocks. Ethan Robinson, 6-0, 190, began his career at Bucknell. Last season, Robinson broke up eight passes and had three interceptions. Jalyin Conyers, 6-4, 260, has good size and athleticism. Conyers needs to work on his run blocking. Conyers is a good ball-tracker. Dec 27, 2024; Memphis, TN, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders tight end Jalin Conyers (12) runs the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images UCF CB Brandon "BJ" Adams BJ Adams, 6-2, 182, was undrafted because he did not test very well. But Adams is competitive and has had some success in coverage. Patience, experience. Alabama long snapper Kneeland Hibbett Snapper Kneeland Hibbett will compete with Blake Ferguson in camp. Josh Priebe, 6-5, 306, is a Northwestern transfer. Advertisement Priebe started all 13 games at left guard for the Wolverines. Theo Wease, 6-3, 200, is a sixth-year senior with good size but average explosiveness. Wease wins contested passes and can high-point the ball. Henning, 5-10, 192, is a transfer from Michigan. Henning is speedy and versatile and could also be a special teams contributor. Armstrong, 6-4, 202, is another big receiver with the ability to win jump balls and contested pass plays. Not a blazing runner. Joe Schad is a journalist covering the Miami Dolphins and the NFL at The Palm Beach Post. You can reach him at jschad@ and follow him on Instagram and on X @schadjoe. Sign up for Joe's free weekly Dolphins Pulse Newsletter. Help support our work by subscribing today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Miami Dolphins UDFA tracker: Latest undrafted free agent signings
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
10 Kent State students have visas revoked
[Attached video: President Trump threatens university funding over 'illegal' protests] WASHINGTON (WJW/AP) — More than 1,000 international students have had their visas or legal status revoked in recent weeks, including at Kent State and other universities in Ohio. Several have filed lawsuits against the Trump administration, arguing the government denied them due process when it suddenly took away their permission to be in the U.S. Greenwich firefighter John Saunders dies while on duty at scene of house fire According to Kent State University, 10 people are affected, including 3 current students and 7 recent graduates that had post-graduate work permits. At Case Western University, over the past two weeks, four active students have had their F-1 visa status terminated by the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). The actions by the federal government to terminate students' legal status have left hundreds of scholars at risk of detention and deportation. Their schools range from private universities like Harvard and Stanford to large public institutions like the University of Maryland and Ohio State University to some small liberal arts colleges. 'Tragic loss of life': Cause determined after man, woman, 3 kids found dead in Ohio home At least 1,024 students at 160 colleges, universities and university systems have had their visas revoked or their legal status terminated since late March, according to an Associated Press review of university statements, correspondence with school officials and court records. In lawsuits against the Department of Homeland Security, students have argued the government lacked justification to cancel their visa or terminate their legal status. Visas can be canceled for a number of reasons, but colleges say some students are being singled out over infractions as minor as traffic violations, including some long in the past. In some cases, students say it's unclear why they were targeted. 'The timing and uniformity of these terminations leave little question that DHS has adopted a nationwide policy, whether written or not, of mass termination of student (legal) status,' ACLU of Michigan attorneys wrote in a lawsuit on behalf of students at Wayne State University and the University of Michigan. Pet food recalled after testing positive for salmonella and listeria: FDA In New Hampshire, a federal judge last week issued a restraining order in the case of a Dartmouth College computer science student from China, Xiaotian Liu, who had his status terminated by the government. Attorneys have filed similar challenges in federal court in Georgia and California. Homeland Security officials did not respond to a message seeking comment. In some high-profile cases, including the detention of Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil, President Donald Trump's administration has argued it should be allowed to deport noncitizens over involvement in pro-Palestinian activism. But in the vast majority of visa revocations, colleges say there is no indication affected students had a role in protests. 'What you're seeing happening with international students is really a piece of the much greater scrutiny that the Trump administration is bringing to bear on immigrants of all different categories,' said Michelle Mittelstadt, director of public affairs at the Migration Policy Institute. Students in other countries must meet a series of requirements to obtain a student visa, usually an F-1. After gaining admission to a school in the U.S., students go through an application and interview process at a U.S. embassy or consulate abroad. Students on an F-1 visa must show they have enough financial support for their course of study in the U.S. They have to remain in good standing with their academic program and are generally limited in their ability to work off-campus during their academic program. Overnight police chase shuts down I-71 Entry visas are managed by the State Department. Once they're in the U.S., international students' legal status is overseen by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program under the Department of Homeland Security. In recent weeks, leaders at many colleges learned the legal residency status of some of their international students had been terminated when college staff checked a database managed by Homeland Security. In the past, college officials say, legal statuses typically were updated after colleges told the government the students were no longer studying at the school. Historically, students who had their visas revoked were allowed to keep their legal residency status and complete their studies. The lack of a valid entry visa only limited their ability to leave the U.S. and return, something they could reapply for with the State Department. But if a student has lost legal residency status, they risk detention by immigration authorities. Some students already have left the country, abandoning their studies to avoid being arrested. Higher education leaders worry the arrests and visa revocations could discourage students overseas from pursuing higher education in the United States. $100M Walgreens settlement: How to file a claim before Thursday deadline The lack of clarity of what is leading to revocations can create a sense of fear among students, said Sarah Spreitzer, vice president of government relations at the American Council on Education. 'The very public actions that are being taken by ICE and the Department of Homeland Security around some of these students, where they are removing these students from their homes or from their streets, that's not usually done unless there is a security issue when a student visa is revoked,' she said. 'The threat of this very quick removal is something that's new.' In messages to their campuses, colleges have said they are asking the federal government for answers on what led to the terminations. Others have re-emphasized travel precautions to students, recommending they carry their passports and other immigration documents with them. College leaders spoke of a growing sense of uncertainty and anxiety. 'These are unprecedented times, and our normal guiding principles for living in a democratic society are being challenged,' University of Massachusetts Boston Chancellor Marcelo Suárez-Orozco wrote in an email. 'With the rate and depth of changes occurring, we must be thoughtful in how we best prepare, protect, and respond.' Suárez-Orozco said the legal residency status had been canceled for two students and 'five other members of our university community including recent graduates participating in training programs.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Virginia State Police, DMV urge your game plan to include a safe ride home
RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) — The Virginia State Police and the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles are urging drivers to have a sober ride home planned for after Super Bowl LIX this Sunday. 'We know many people anticipate this game and want to celebrate it,' said Lieutenant Colonel Matt Hanley, interim superintendent for the Virginia State Police. 'But do not let the celebration turn to tragedy for you or anyone else. Plan a sober ride home, be it a friend or a rideshare program.' According to preliminary numbers from DMV, there were 37 alcohol-related crashes in the Commonwealth and 11 injuries on Feb. 11, 2024, the day of last year's Super Bowl. 'The biggest win of the night is getting home safely after the big game,' said John Saunders, director of public outreach, planning and administration for DMV's Virginia Highway Safety Office. 'There are resources available, whether it's a designated driver, a rideshare service or public transportation. Plan ahead and make responsible choices.' Drinking and driving costs more than just your drinks. If caught drinking and driving, you can face jail time, lose your driver's license and your vehicle and pay attorney's fees, fines, car towing, higher insurance rates and lost wages. In some areas of the Commonwealth, this could add up to over $26,000. State Police and the DMV say there are some things to consider when making your game night game plan: Designate a driver – Talk with your friends and find a designated driver. If you are the designated driver, take that responsibility seriously. Call a car – Before you go out, make sure you have the number for a taxi service in your phone or download Uber or Lyft. Buckle up – Just because you made the responsible choice to not drink and drive, sadly does not mean others will do the same. Always buckle your seat belt as it is your best defense in a crash. Host responsibly – If you are hosting, make sure there are plenty of non-alcoholic beverage options and food for guests. If you see someone preparing to drive who you know has been drinking, speak up and help them find a safe ride. For more information on how to prevent drunk driving visit DMV's website or learn more about the costs of drinking and driving at What' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
