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Walnut Creek, Calif., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Each year, tens of thousands of parents and caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face vital decisions: What kind of treatment should my child receive? Who should deliver their care? How many hours of care does my child need to make progress? A study published yesterday suggests autism care led by parents and caregivers may be more effective than traditional clinical treatment – and that less treatment may be needed than previously thought. The new data from Catalight challenges long-held assumptions about autism care, with broad implications for how…
Surrey, BC/Territories of the Coast Salish (Kwantlen, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen First Nations), Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Westland Insurance Group (Westland), Canada’s leading independent insurance broker, announced that Don Thompson has been appointed Westland’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Thompson will assume the new role effective January 1, 2024. As Westland’s new COO, Don Thompson will lead Westland’s national operations, helping the brokerage achieve its strategic objectives. “Don is an exceptional industry executive and brings decades of experience in insurance, including financial and operations leadership,” said Jamie Lyons, Westland’s President & CEO. “As Westland’s EVP, Insurance, he’s played an…
SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Quanergy Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of 3D LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) security solutions, was chosen by Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to analyze footfall and passenger journey and ultimately improve passenger happiness. Quanergy’s solution surpassed the capabilities of existing solutions and delivered accurate, data-driven insights for enhanced operational efficiency, passenger satisfaction, and cost savings. “Through the implementation of Quanergy’s solutions, we have harnessed the power of real-time insights, gaining a deep understanding of passenger volumes and the associated wait times at different stages of their journey through the terminal,” said…
DENVER, Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On Saturday, November 18, Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) raised $2.5 million at their Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, held at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel. Now in its 15th year, GLOBAL’s marquee event is the largest fundraiser for Down syndrome in the world, raising a cumulative $28 million since its inception. The star-studded evening was dedicated to beloved GLOBAL Co-Founder, Anna Sie, who sadly passed away on September 20 after a long and valiant battle with cancer. Anna, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, loyal friend, and mentor is remembered…
ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Electrical Safety Foundation (ESFI) is launching its 2023 holiday safety campaign in conjunction with the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI). The goal of the campaign is to educate consumers how they can take charge of battery safety by making safe choices when purchasing or receiving lithium-ion battery-powered devices. ESFI’s campaign will provide information on how to avoid injuries and fires caused by lithium-ion batteries. Micromobility devices powered by these batteries, including e-bikes and scooters, are safe with proper care, but caution must be taken to keep the batteries in working order.…
NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fanatics Betting and Gaming, a subsidiary of Fanatics Holdings Inc, a global digital sports platform, launched the most rewarding online sportsbook today in Virginia. Sports fans living in and visiting Virginia will be able to download the Fanatics Sportsbook on iOS and Android and begin their Fanatics experience. Virginia marks the seventh state for the Fanatics Sportsbook. In August 2023, Fanatics Betting and Gaming began acquiring the U.S. Businesses of PointsBet and planning the migration of PointsBet customers to the Fanatics Sportsbook app. In Virginia, each customer’s username, password, account balance, rewards and responsible…
Dublin, Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Airport Robots Global Market Report 2023” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.The global airport robot market is expected to grow from $1.11 billion in 2022 to $1.29 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.86%. The airport robot market is expected to reach $2.37 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 16.38%.The main types of airport robots include humanoid and non-humanoid. A humanoid is a robot that resembles humans in appearance and is programmed to perform the tasks of humans. They are used in applications such as…
Dublin, Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Global Gas Meters Market – Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2018-2028” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The Global Gas Meters Market, valued at USD 5.22 billion in 2022, is currently experiencing a significant growth trajectory. With a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.41% forecasted for the period 2018-2028, the market’s expansion is driven by a combination of government policies, favorable market conditions, advancements in communication network infrastructure, and the rapid development of sophisticated metering technology, especially in the realm of smart gas meters. Key Factors Influencing Market…
ALBANY, N.Y., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As interest rates inched closer to eight percent, sales of homes across the Empire State dipped once again in October, according to the housing report released today by the New York State Association of REALTORS®. Interest rates peaked in October at 7.79 percent on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, according to Freddie Mac – finishing the month averaging 7.62 percent. This is up from the 7.20 average last month. A year ago at this time, the average on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.08 percent. Closed sales fell for the 26th consecutive month…
TORONTO, Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — At the 17th biennial convention of the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) on Tuesday, educational assistant Laura Walton, grocery store clerk Ahmad Gaied, and community worker Jackie Taylor were elected to be the next executive officers of Canada’s largest labour federation starting January 1, 2024. Running together as Team Ignite, these members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), and the United Steelworkers (USW) respectively received a strong mandate to conduct the renewed energy of the labour movement to organize workers, build workers’ power, and…