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Washington Post
a day ago
- Health
- Washington Post
The new nicotine product replacing e-cigarettes to addict teens
Teen nicotine use is finally declining again, thanks to years of educational campaigns and coordinated policies to discourage kids from vaping. The recent surge had reached its peak in 2019, with as many as 27 percent of high school students reporting using electronic cigarettes in the past 30 days; by 2024, that number had fallen to about 8 percent.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Iowa Democrat Kevin Techau suspends 2nd District campaign for Congress, citing lack of funds
Democrat Kevin Techau is suspending his campaign for Iowa's 2nd Congressional District, citing a lack of resources. Techau, a former Iowa commissioner of public safety and U.S. attorney, launched his campaign in April, seeking to take on Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson. He announced his decision to suspend his campaign in a statement on Monday, June 30, saying "this is not an easy decision." "It is regrettable that too much of our politics is about money," Techau said in a statement. "And I still hold out hope that with greater civic engagement, democracy rather than dollars, will ultimately prevail. But campaigns aren't just about convictions — they require resources to be competitive. And the reality is, this campaign's fundraising simply hasn't met the threshold level that this race demands." June 30 is the end of the second fundraising quarter of 2025 and federal candidates must report their fundraising by July 15. Techau is a first-time candidate for elected office. He served seven years on active duty in the U.S. Air Force before spending nearly 20 years as an officer in the Iowa National Guard. He retired as a colonel and received the Legion of Merit medal. As Iowa's commissioner of public safety, he oversaw state law enforcement under Democratic Gov. Tom Vilsack. And in 2013, he was nominated by President Barack Obama to become the U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Iowa, where he oversaw the prosecution of federal crimes for 52 Iowa counties. "When I started this campaign for Congress, I did so with that same deep belief in public service and a commitment to the people of Iowa," he said. "I adamantly believe Iowa's Second Congressional District deserves better leadership than what we're getting from Ashley Hinson. Iowans deserve leaders rooted in decency, facts, and the rule of law." Techau said he would continue to support efforts to defeat Hinson and to elect Democrats up and down the ticket. "I'm proud of the campaign we built, of the conversations we've had with Iowans and of the values we've stood for," Techau said in his statement. "But in this political environment, with all that is at stake, the responsible choice is to step aside." Hinson was first elected to Congress in 2020, flipping a seat held by then-Democratic incumbent U.S. Rep. Abby Finkenauer. She won reelection in 2022 and 2024 and is serving her third term. Hinson has not announced a formal reelection campaign but earlier this year she ruled out running in Iowa's open gubernatorial race, citing a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" with Republican control of Congress and the presidency. The 2nd Congressional District includes 22 counties in northeast Iowa, including the cities of Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Waterloo and Mason City. Stephen Gruber-Miller covers the Iowa Statehouse and politics for the Register. He can be reached by email at sgrubermil@ or by phone at 515-284-8169. Follow him on X at @sgrubermiller. This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Democrat Kevin Techau suspends campaign for Congress in 2nd District
Skift
25-06-2025
- Business
- Skift
How Past Winners Landed a Skift IDEA Award
What wins a Skift IDEA Award? Heart, purpose, and fresh thinking. Past winners stood out by solving real problems, sparking emotion, and moving the industry forward. With just days left to submit for the 2025 Skift IDEA Awards, it's time to ask: What actually makes a campaign stand out? It's not just about being big or bold. It's about ideas that feel original, solve real problems, connect with communities, and spark emotion. The best work shifts perspectives and pushes the travel industry forward. Here's what judges are really looking for, along with standout examples from past winners that nailed it. Start with Emotion: Make People Care Great campaigns make people feel something. Whether it's awe, nostalgia, pride, or connection, emotional resonance is what makes an idea stick. Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia brought this to life with Wintjiri Wiṟu, the world's largest permanent drone show. Set against the iconic backdrop of Uluru, the show tells an ancient Indigenous story, co-created with Aṉangu leaders and performed in their native language. It's immersive, unforgettable, and deeply respectful. Solve a Real Problem The most effective campaigns are rooted in utility. They address real traveler pain points and offer practical, creative solutions. SkyTeam did just that with a tool that standardizes carry-on rules across partner airlines, solving a daily frustration for travelers. It's a simple fix, but one that required collaboration and smart design. Thrust Carbon created tools that help companies meet climate goals by embedding sustainability into everyday decisions, removing friction from compliance and reporting. 'Our mission is to make travel effortlessly green. We believe people can travel without the footprint it has... but that requires better data to empower better choices. We were inspired by this foundational problem. If you were too, go inspire the next person by submitting and winning this award.' — Kit Aspen, Founder & CEO, Thrust Carbon Put Purpose First: Show your Impact Judges are drawn to campaigns with substance. It's not just about talking the talk, but about showing a clear impact. Southwest Airlines turned old leather seats into a social good. Through its Repurpose with Purpose initiative, over 1.4 million pounds of aircraft leather have been transformed into jobs and goods for underserved communities. Trafalgar Travel made an industry-first decision to end all branded merchandise giveaways due to their carbon impact. Instead, the brand redirected that spend to climate-positive projects through the TreadRight Foundation. 'I feel that awards like this are really valuable because there is no one size fits all to the many challenges that we face... Often the media will highlight a selection of projects... but it also can be irresponsible not to shine a light on other projects who are new, unique, or perhaps haven't gotten their share of the spotlight... I think that's absolutely the role that Skift IDEA Awards play.' — Shannon Guihan, Chief Sustainability Officer, The Travel Corporation Lean into What Makes You Different Some of the most successful campaigns came from embracing the unexpected. Visit Seattle flipped a perceived negative into a romantic draw with its 'Kissing in the Rain' booth. Rather than avoid the city's rainy reputation, the team turned it into something cinematic, cozy, and shareable. Tourisme Montréal launched a cheeky campaign asking for the Olympic Torch Relay to pass through the city on its way to Paris. It was smart, well-timed, and packed with cultural insight. Design for Impact, Not Just Attention The most memorable work is intentional. It's not just beautiful, it's built to shift something meaningful, whether that's how people travel, who gets access, or how we think about sustainability. Hear it from one of our Skift IDEA Awards judges: 'There's something magical when travel, creativity, and style come together. It's not just about smart ideas – it's about ideas that feel human. I'm drawn to things that are nimble, that go beyond the obvious, do more with less, and focus on what really matters... I love celebrating work that's thoughtful, lightweight, and designed with people at the center.' — Aliya Khan, VP, Global Design Strategies, Marriott International Banyan Tree's Buahan Escape reimagined luxury hospitality with no walls and no doors, placing guests in harmony with the natural world. Every detail was informed by local research and cultural preservation. Vail Resorts created long-term access programs to break down financial, geographic, and cultural barriers to skiing, partnering with over 165 organizations across North America. Rustic Pathways redesigned student travel to build empathy and cross-cultural understanding, not just deliver photo ops. Now It's Your Turn If your work sparked emotion, solved a real problem, or moved the industry forward, it deserves recognition. You don't need the biggest budget. You need a great idea. What Winners Receive: A physical trophy to proudly display your achievement to proudly display your achievement A moment of celebration on stage at our largest event — Skift Global Forum in New York City A full digital brand kit to showcase your win across channels to showcase your win across channels Inclusion in editorial coverage on , viewed by the global travel industry , viewed by the global travel industry Credit towards Skift's premium subscription products And more to amplify your impact and elevate your profile Deadline to enter: June 30 Not Sure Where Your Campaign Fits? Take our quick Category Finder Quiz to match your project with the right award category and boost your chances of winning. Got questions? Reach out at awards@ We're happy to help.
BreakingNews.ie
24-06-2025
- Politics
- BreakingNews.ie
Mary McAleese speaks to Ryan Tubridy about presidential race and why long campaigns are 'miserable'
Former President Mary McAleese said that Ireland's next presidential race should be rigorous and demanding but must avoid personal attacks between candidates. McAleese spoke to Ryan Tubridy in an extended interview for the final episode of Season 3 of The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy. Advertisement She told Ryan that presidential campaigns should not be unnecessarily long. 'They're right [about] making a short campaign' she said of rumoured candidates who have not yet announced their intentions. 'If its going to be miserable, don't extend it.' She explained that shorter campaigns are just about 'getting] to know the person and testing them deeply.' McAleese said that presidential elections are unique because 'it's about the person, you're not a policymaker. It's a moral and a pastoral space, not a political space.' Ahead of the upcoming election, she told Ryan its important to 'let journalists and the people throw everything at you. You're going to be there for seven years and you're the primary ambassador of the country. People have to know. It's a rigorous interrogation, and if it's not rigorous, how do you know what they'll be like under stress?' Advertisement However, McAleese warned against turning that scrutiny towards other candidates. 'What you should never do is be the interviewer of the others (other candidates),' she said. Personal attacks between the candidates, I think that is utterly unacceptable.' McAleese shared that during her 1997 campaign one opponent made false claims that placed her family in danger. 'It was mean-spirited and agenda-driven,' she said. Entertainment Brad Pitt says he needed 'rebooting' and looked fo... Read More During the interview, McAleese congratulated Ryan on his recent engagement to Dr Clare Kambamettu. She spoke at length about growing up in Ardoyne during the Troubles - sharing stories of attacks on family members, the murder of friends on her wedding day, and the bombing of her father's pub. She spoke about the Omagh bombing in 1998 and how it was the lowest point in her presidency, and hosting the Special Olympics was the highlight, saying that the Opening Ceremony was 'absolutely surreal.' McAleese also spoke to Ryan about the experiences she had while working in RTÉ that led her to quit. You can listen to the interview here.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SF Fire Credit Union Launches Alkami's New Out-of-the-Box Campaigns That Simplify and Accelerate Targeted Marketing for Financial Institutions
New, prebuilt, data-driven campaigns empower marketers to increase engagement, prove return on investment, and execute faster, with minimal setup and built-in performance tracking PLANO, Texas, June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alkami Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALKT) ("Alkami"), a leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions in the U.S., announced the release of Out-of-the-Box Campaigns, a new feature within its Data & Marketing Solution. Designed specifically for banks and credit unions, Alkami's Out-of-the-Box Campaigns streamline the campaign audience segmentation process for financial marketers to launch targeted, high-impact, multi-channel engagements in just minutes. Built on proven, data-driven use cases, these prebuilt campaigns eliminate the complexity of traditional marketing execution. Financial institutions can quickly identify their goal, select the right media channels, and go live without advanced setup, technical expertise, or lengthy planning cycles. "The ability to launch data-driven campaigns quickly—without starting from scratch—has the potential to enhance our marketing efficiency and deepen engagement across key member segments," said Olivia Rothschild, marketing manager at SF Fire Credit Union. "One of the biggest challenges marketers face is moving from strategy to execution quickly," said Mazen Letayf, vice president, customer lifecycle management and data solutions at Alkami. "Our Out-of-the-Box Campaigns empower financial institutions to launch successful, targeted campaigns confidently and quickly, that drive results and demonstrate measurable success." Each campaign is designed to address key marketing objectives, such as deposit growth, loan engagement, account holder activation, and recurring revenue. Marketers can easily act on opportunities like identifying personal account holders who may need a business account, or prompting users to enroll in recurring payments, all while tracking performance automatically. Key features of Alkami's Out-of-the-Box Campaigns include: Prebuilt, ready-to-use campaigns, aligned with specific financial institution growth goals Strategic guidance and best practices to support high-performing targeting and messaging Automated performance tracking for real-time insight into campaign effectiveness Alkami's Data & Marketing Solution is a key component to its Digital Sales & Service Platform, where Anticipatory Banking - moving beyond personalization to anticipate the needs of account holders - is foundational for financial institutions to deliver intentional campaigns at the right time. The Solution provides full funnel capabilities to grow deposits, drive lending, expand commercial opportunities, and deepen account holder engagement. To learn more, click here. Alkami has been certified by J.D. Power in 2024 and 2025 for providing "An Outstanding Mobile Banking Platform Experience."1 About AlkamiAlkami Technology, Inc. is a leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions in the United States that enables clients to grow confidently, adapt quickly, and build thriving digital communities. Alkami helps clients transform through retail and business banking, onboarding and account opening, payment security, and data and marketing solutions. To learn more, visit About SF Fire Credit UnionSF Fire Credit Union is a not-for-profit credit union owned by its members. As an open charter credit union, SF Fire Credit Union is open to anyone who lives, works, or attends school in San Francisco, San Mateo or Marin County. The credit union is committed to giving its members the financial tools they need to thrive. For more information, visit SF Fire Credit Union is proud to be named to Newsweek's America's Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions in 2024. Media Relations ContactsVestedalkami@ Marla ____________________1 J.D. Power 2025 Mobile App Platform Certification Program℠ recognition is based on successful completion of an audit and exceeding a customer experience benchmark through a survey of recent servicing interactions. For more information, visit original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Alkami Technology, Inc. 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
