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ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — Google, already facing a possible breakup of the company over its ubiquitous search engine , is fighting to beat back another attack by the U.S. Department of Justice alleging monopolistic conduct, this time over technology that puts online advertising in front of consumers. The Justice Department and Google made closing arguments Monday in a trial alleging Google's advertising technology constitutes an illegal monopoly. U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema in Alexandria, Virginia, will decide the case and is expected to issue a written ruling by the end of the year. If Brinkema finds Google has engaged in illegal, monopolistic conduct, she will then hold further hearings to explore what remedies should be imposed. The Justice Department, along with a coalition of states, has already said it believes Google should be forced to sell off parts of its ad tech business, which generates tens of billions of dollars annually for the Mountain View, California-based company. After roughly a month of trial testimony earlier this year, the arguments in the case remain the same. During three hours of arguments Monday, Brinkema, who sometimes tips her hand during legal arguments, did little to indicate how she might rule. She did, though, question the applicability of a key antitrust case Google cites in its defense. The Justice Department contends Google built and maintained a monopoly in “open-web display advertising,” essentially the rectangular ads that appear on the top and right-hand side of the page when one browses websites. Google dominates all facets of the market. A technology called DoubleClick is used pervasively by news sites and other online publishers, while Google Ads maintains a cache of advertisers large and small looking to place their ads on the right webpage in front of the right consumer. In between is another Google product, AdExchange, that conducts nearly instantaneous auctions matching advertisers to publishers. In court papers, Justice Department lawyers say Google “is more concerned with acquiring and preserving its trifecta of monopolies than serving its own publisher and advertiser customers or winning on the merits.” As a result, content providers and news organizations have never been able to generate the online revenue they should due to Google’s excessive fees for brokering transactions between advertisers and publishers, the government says. Google argues the government's case improperly focuses on a narrow niche of online advertising. If one looks more broadly at online advertising to include social media, streaming TV services, and app-based advertising, Google says it controls as little as 10% of the market, a share that is dwindling as it faces increased and evolving competition. Google alleges in court papers that the government’s lawsuit “boil(s) down to the persistent complaints of a handful of Google’s rivals and several mammoth publishers.” Google also says it has invested billions in technology that facilitates the efficient match of advertisers to interested consumers and it should not be forced to share its technology and success with competitors. “Requiring a company to do further engineering work to make its technology and customers accessible by all of its competitors on their preferred terms has never been compelled by U.S. antitrust law,” the company wrote. Brinkema, during Monday's arguments, also sought clarity on Google’s market share, a number the two sides dispute, depending on how broadly the market is defined. Historically, courts have been unwilling to declare an illegal monopoly in markets in which a company holds less than a 70% market share. Google says that when online display advertising is viewed as a whole, it holds only a 10% market share, and dwindling. The Justice Department contends, though, that when focusing on open-web display advertising, Google controls 91% of the market for publisher ad servers and 87% of the market for advertiser ad networks. Google says that the “open web display advertising” market is gerrymandered by the Justice Department to make Google look bad, and that nobody in the industry looks at that category of ads without considering the ability of advertisers to switch to other forms of advertising, like in mobile apps. The Justice Department also contends that the public is harmed by the excessive rates Google charges to facilitate ad purchases, saying the company takes 36 cents on the dollar when it facilitates the transaction end to end. Google says its “take rate” has dropped to 31% and continues to decrease, and it says that rate is lower than that of its competitors. “When you have an integrated system, one of the benefits is lower prices," Google lawyer Karen Dunn said Monday. The Virginia case is separate from an ongoing lawsuit brought against Google in the District of Columbia over its namesake search engine. In that case, the judge determined it constitutes an illegal monopoly but has not decided what remedy to impose. The Justice Department said last week it will seek to force Google to sell its Chrome web browser , among a host of other penalties. Google has said the department's request is overkill and unhinged from legitimate regulation. In Monday's arguments, Justice Department lawyer Aaron Teitelbaum cited the search engine case when he highlighted an email from a Google executive, David Rosenblatt, who said in a 2009 email that Google’s goal was to “do to display what Google did to search," which Teitelbaum said showed the company's intent to achieve market dominance. “Google did not achieve its trifecta of monopolies by accident,” Teitelbaum said.
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In a city filled with hustle and bustle, where time is always of the essence and life moves at a frenetic pace, the elderly man who crawled through the dog hole to enter the subway station served as a poignant reminder that sometimes, the most extraordinary journeys begin with a simple act of courage and a willingness to defy expectations.
In the fast-paced world of technological advancements, innovation continues to drive the evolution of products and services across all industries. One such innovation that is set to revolutionize the cleaning industry is the groundbreaking H40 Ultra floor scrubber recently launched by RefreshMate Technology.ALPHARETTA, Ga. , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arclin, a leading material science company, officially launched its new brand on November 12, 2024 . This modern rebranding reflects the company's evolution as a material science provider with a focus on protective and mission-critical products and its expanded presence as a global leader across key market sectors. To better align its brand with its evolving vision, Arclin embarked on a year-long research, strategy, and creative development process. The initial months focused on gathering insights from internal stakeholders, existing customers, and industry experts to identify key strengths, value propositions, and areas for growth. "The research phase was pivotal in helping us sharpen our focus and align internally so that we could better represent our true value and potential to different internal and external audiences," said Mark Glaspey , Arclin's Chief Operating Officer. A key partner in this transformation has been Matchstic, a brand identity firm based in Atlanta, GA. Collaborating closely with the Arclin team, Matchstic helped transform the company's narrative from a chemical and applications company to that of a global leader in formulated technologies that are essential to meeting worldwide demand. As part of its overall rebranding effort, Arclin also worked with Whiteboard, a Chattanooga, TN , based company, to completely overhaul its website onto a more robust, easier-to-navigate platform that more clearly represents the depth and breadth of the company's offerings. Inspired by the Arclin out-of-the-box approach to thinking and innovating, the new brand symbol is a nod to a deconstructed cube. The shape of the panels implies movement and momentum that speaks to the company's continued innovation and commitment to bringing life-changing products to the world. "The selection of a vibrant orange as our primary color represents a bold departure from our previous brand," said Jana Wright , Arclin's Vice President of Brand & Marketing. "This change signals a confident transition, positioning Arclin as a leading material science company. Our new logo reflects our philosophy of technological precision and innovation." The stenciled wordmark visualizes the relationship between the seen and the unseen with intentional gaps inside the letterforms. This idea highlights the seemingly invisible science that is the backbone of Arclin products—technologies that are vital and found in essential protective products across numerous industries, enhancing our lives in ways that many people do not realize. "We've been around for many years, but never have we been able to fully articulate or capture what we do," stated Bradley Bolduc , Arclin's President and Chief Executive Officer. "It's a complex process, producing polymers and materials that touch so many products and areas of life. We've always taken a back seat in that story. But now is the time to change that, highlighting our transformation over the past five years, by making a bold change in how we present ourselves to our employees, customers and industry as a whole." About Arclin Arclin is a leading materials science company and manufacturer of polymer technologies, engineered products and specialized materials for the construction, agriculture, transportation infrastructure, weather & fire protection, pharmaceutical, nutrition, electronics, design, and other industries. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia , Arclin has offices and manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S., Canada , and U.K. and manufactures for customers worldwide. For more information, visit www.arclin.com . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/arclin-unveils-striking-new-brand-that-stands-out-in-the-material-science-industry-with-exacting-precision-and-a-bold-new-look-302315751.html SOURCE Arclin
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Is gold still safe for seniors to invest in?Psst — in case you didn't know, Amazon has a "Most Wished For" section chock-full of both viral and on-the-rise products users have added to their own wishlists and registries. Here are just a few picks we have our eyes on: 1. A handy portable car vacuum if your toddler's favorite game is to throw their Cheerios all over the backseat and then grind them into the cushions and floorboards on their way out of the car. 🙃 It comes with three detailing attachments (a flathead, extendable, and brush nozzle attachment). You also get a carrying bag, filter brush, and spare HEPA filter. Plug it into the 12V aux outlet in your car and the 16-foot cord will give you enough slack needed to clean the entire vehicle! Promising review: "Yes, it is not as powerful as my vacuum cleaner in the house; however, it cleaned out all the garbage, which I accumulated over the past autumn and winter, in the car. At the end of October, my husband and I went to the ocean, and as we tried to be neat — the sand was still in the car. Finally, I got rid of it! Now my beauty again is clean, as on the first day, when I bought her!" — Julia Bright Price : $37.90+ (available in two colors and two styles) 2. An outdoor rocking papasan chair I can only assume is the gateway to the best nap you've ever taken in your life. Promising review : "The color — beautiful! fabric — soft but durable for outside weather. Inside or outside chair and so comfortable you can absolutely curl right up with a blanket and fall asleep. It’s gorgeous but a small hassle putting it together. Once together — my favorite outside chair!" — Leslie Albano Price : $199.99 (available in three colors) 3. A lidded charcuterie board sure to make you the envy of any potluck!!! When they're not making wow-worthy assortments, though, reviewers also use it to store cut-up fruit and veg for the week. Promising review : "I bought these for a party and it was so easy to prep them and pop them into the fridge with the lid on. Same goes for staring leftovers afterward. It was also great to use for fresh fruit we cut up to enjoy all weekend. Looks lovely and is solid quality. " — AmJam Price : $28.34 . 4. Eos' Shea Butter Vanilla Cashmere body lotion — an affordable pick that TikTokers are also tripping over themselves to get as they swear it moisturizes and smells as good as much more expensive options from brands like Philosophy and Bath & Body Works. Promising review: "Heaven sent for your skin; heavenly scent to enjoy. This feels absolutely amazing going on. Gets absorbed quickly, for a lotion rich with oil. Doesn't leave a greasy feeling, as long as you give it a minute or two to fully absorb. The scent is, for me anyway, like aromatherapy. It smells like an iced sugar cookie, and is a great base layer for fragrance. Very relaxing. " — Dragonheart Jo Price : $8.98 5. A pair of Beckham Hotel Collection pillows because you haven't replaced yours in ohhh, three or four years? If they have sweat marks and unexplained stains... they're a lost cause, boo. Promising review : "I’ve been on the hunt to buy a down pillow like the ones I slept on at the top-rated Loews Hotel in Philly. This is that pillow! I’ve bought pillows online many times but nothing compared. This is the first pillow I’ve ever bought that didn’t hurt my neck or make me regret spending the money. I will absolutely be ordering another set! Absolutely the comfiest pillow, you won’t regret it. I never write reviews but just had to because I know the search for pillows is difficult when you can’t feel them. I promise you won’t regret it! " — Amazon Customer Price : $59.99+ (available in two sizes; clip the coupon for 20% off this price!) 6. A long-handled weed puller that allows you to rip up unruly plants without bending, pulling, or kneeling — something your bad back says no to anyways. Based in Oregon, Grampa's Gardenware Co. is a family-run small business dedicated to helping you while gardening. Promising review: “Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, given my husband, and I bought our first house and knew nothing about caring for a yard, and boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard, and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weed was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get.” — JG Price : $39.99 7. A veggie chopper so you can dice up an onion without fear of losing a digit. Yes, I've watched Gordon Ramsay YouTube explainers on how to do it with a knife, but there's a disconnect between my head and my hand, okay?? Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets. Check out a TikTok of their veggie chopper in action. Promising review: "This is the best of its kind. It cuts great and is very sturdy — I had been using a lesser model. I even cubed chicken breasts today plus cauliflower, onions, and more. I was a chef for 30 years and I love this so much I had to review straight away! " — david fasnacht Price : $29.99 (available in four colors) 8. A portable "washing machine" sure to come in handy if you have any camping or backpacking trips on the horizon. The bag weighs just 5 ounces and packs down to pocket-size, but it'll give you a machine-quality wash nonetheless! Promising review : "I recently took this bag with me to Morocco for a two-week trip. I wanted to pack lightly since I knew I would be moving around the country almost every day. I ended up taking a small carry-on with this included. This bag was great! So easy to use, and really cleaned clothing well . Everyone else in my group used it as well and were so impressed by how easy and well it worked. It was so helpful for us to wash our clothes after we got stranded after an earthquake in a place with no power. I will be taking this with me on all future vacations, no matter where ." — Amazon Customer Price : $55+ (available in two colors) 9. A NutriBullet baby food maker so you can not only meal prep for yourself every week, but your kiddos too. What's included: One 200-watt motor base, one blending blade, one 32-ounce batch bowl with lid, one 12-ounce short cup with handles and re-sealable lid, six storage cups with date ring lids and storage tray, one silicone freezer tray with lid, and a recipe book Promising review: "Wow this thing is amazing! So nice to have a way to make homemade baby food. The little freezer tray freezes them to perfectly pop out and into one of the fridge containers. I can pre-make, then freeze, pop them out, put them in a baggie, and get out the flavor I want when I'm ready . 10/10 WOULD RECOMMEND!!! So easy to clean and use. I adore this thing!" — Shayla Hudson Price : $49.99 10. A fast-acting ChomChom pet hair remover roller ready to put your regular old lint roller to shame. Forget ripping off sheets till you run out — this collects everything in a neat little compartment you simply empty out. Promising review: "I have a golden retriever and the shedding is out of control. My fabric sofa is constantly covered in hair and I finally decided to try this after reading an article about popular TikTok products. The reviews do not lie, this thing works magic!! I wish I had taken a before and after picture because the difference is noticeable. I watched the video tutorial before I tried it to ensure I was using it properly and everything he says is true, you do really have to put your arm to work with vigorous back-and-forth movement! However, I find it's a great arm workout and it works wonders." — Joanne Ertel Price : $19.99+ (available in three colors) 11. And a dog-grooming vacuum so you can give your pup a salon-worthy grooming right at home and save yourself some $$$ Promising review : "I have a Great Pyrenees. If you know, you know (send help). This photo is after about 20 minutes, mainly focusing on her bum area. She still has a bunch left, but holy cow am I impressed!! This little thing is AMAZING. And it’s a lot quieter than I expected. My girl is still a little timid with it but she will get used to it in no time. The only thing I wish is that it was slightly bigger. I obviously have a very large dog with a LOT of fur, so I had to stop to empty it several times. But that being said, it’s still fantastic!" — Amazon Customer Price : $69.99 12. A roll-on sunscreen sponge if you can't stannnnnd greasy hands — especially when you're surrounded by sand. Just fill it up with your SPF of choice and use the roller ball to easily apply it. It's so simple that kids can even get in on the action. Reviewers recommend using a more watery sunscreen; if your preferred sunscreen is quite thick, this may not work for you. And JSYK, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) says most adults need about an ounce (the equivalent of a shot glass) of sunscreen to cover their face and body adequately. Promising review: "Not just for kids. I told all my friends it's awesome. Pricey, but better than wasting expensive sunscreen in globs. This makes the sun screening process much less messy and not as much of a drudgery. They even have replacement pads available so the ergonomic container can be reused indefinitely . Consider one to keep at home and one packed to travel. MAKES A GREAT GIFT FOR KIDS. They can almost apply sunscreen on their own with little assistance." — Bette Henry Price : $13.58 (available in seven colors and a two-pack) 13. A smudge-proof, transfer-proof lip stain masque that goes on blue and then peels off to reveal a natural matte shade that lasts for up to 10 hours! Promising reviews: "I didn’t know what to expect when I received this product, but I have to say I am pleasantly surprised! I absolutely love it! I put it on as soon as it arrived. I kept it on for almost a minute, and when I wiped it off with a damp cotton ball, the color was beautiful . It’s true to its word about the 12-hour stay power. I put a little lip balm over it and enjoyed eating, drinking, and talking. It didn’t come off! Do you like lip stains? Get this product! It’s a keeper. I will be ordering all of the shades." — Brandy Price : $17+ (available in 30 shades) 14. COSRX's Snail Mucin Repairing Essence which addresses dullness and dehydration with — yes 😌 — 96% snail sludge that's harvested in a *100%* ethical and environmentally friendly way. Thanks for sharing the goods, friends! 🐌 Here's what BuzzFeeder Emma Lord has to say: "I use this on my skin and definitely have noticed results! While it didn't help kick my all of stubborn pre-period hormonal acne, it has done *wonders* with reducing redness on my face, particularly around my nose, and in dealing with my pores. Since I started using it, my primer and foundation goes on a whole lot smoother, and I'm struggling a whole lot less to cover my pores. After using it a few weeks, I read the advice of one reviewer to put this on when your face is slightly moist from washing , rub it in, let it dry, and then put your moisturizer on top of it — I've found that it's what got me the best results!" Promising review : "So I have been using this for a month and I have to say — AMAZING . It really has helped my dark spots, which are also tied to my hormones. So the fact that it lightens them and keeps them from getting dark again during my period is a testament to the power of this stuff. Plus, this stuff just keeps going!! One pump is enough for my face, or two for my face and neck. Because of this it will last! It works amazingly well and considering how much you get, this is an amazing product. I highly recommend it." — JH Price : $16.75 15. Solar-powered light-up flowers sure to add some whimsy to any outdoor space. And since they're cordless, you don't have to worry about being in proximity of an outlet. Promising review: "I’ll be purchasing more of these lights! They are unique and very pretty. Bright white color! Reminds me of fireflies floating around!"— Dooleydoes Price : $16.98 for a pack of two 16. A gorgeous ceramic-coated cookware set if your $5 Ikea pots and pans gave you exactly the performance you paid for, so it's time for an upgrade. What's included: 1.5 qt. saucepan with lid, 2 qt. saucepan with lid, 3 qt. saucepan with lid, 5-quart stock pot with lid, 7.5-quart steamer basket, 8-quart stock pot with lid, 8-inch fry pan, 10-inch fry pan Promising review : "This set is amazing and well worth the price. These are enamel glazed and have not chipped, peeled or scratched. They heat evenly. No need for cooking spray when making eggs. I cannot express how satisfied I am with this purchase ." — ARH Price : $299.99+ (available in two styles and nine colors) 17. A Hatch Baby alarm clock — with a sleep training setting and soothing white noise — if you love your little one more than anything in the world, but you could both stand to get some additional shut-eye. The clock and nightlight can be controlled anywhere via an app on your smartphone. As far as sleep training goes, it allows you to program colors and sounds to let your little know when it's time to go to bed vs. wake up. Promising review : "I was having trouble sleep training my baby and this has been a game changer! There are different sounds you can change it to and you can also change the lights. The versatility is amazing. It also displays the time, which is very helpful. The size is great to give a nice ambiance to the room. Very easy to change the volume. You can change the sound setting with just a tap! Works miracles for helping your little ones sleep better at night ." — Jasmine Freeman Price : $59.99 18. A plug-in insect trap that can contend with mosquitoes, gnats, moths, and fruit flies because if they're not eating you alive, they're messing with your plants and produce and you won't stand for it!!!! Promising review : "This really works for us! We live in the country, LOTS of little bugs where we are. Originally bought this to catch the houseflies that have been really bad the last two summers. And while this has helped with that, the majority of bugs it catches have been little things following the light into the house at night, little grass bugs, MOSQUITOES, little flying things, and so on. It works SO well, I have been changing the little sticky thing every two weeks or so, which seems like a lot, but it gets full of bugs! Definitely would recommend if you are out in the country like me!" — Cait Keene Price : $19.97 19. A Barbie-pink collapsible wagon with more uses than you can count on your fingers. Bring it to the beach, use it to lug groceries, let your toddler take a cat nap in it when you're at Costco... the list goes on. Promising review : "My wife and I are really enjoying not having to pull our backs out while bringing in groceries. We'll be taking this to the farmers market and the beach. Also comes in handy hauling chicken feed and pet foods. Overall, it performs as needed, very easy to handle even on our rural property's terrain, very well built and comfortable to pull. " — HistoryBuff1974 Price : $149.99 (also available in six other colors) 20. An under-sink organizer so you can make the absolute most of your cabinet space. Use it to store claw clips, extra bottles of shampoo, or whatever else desperately needs a home. Promising review : "Whoever designed under-the-sink cabinets needs a stern talking to. Thankfully, organizers like this exist! They seem small, but they hold a LOT. I was able to fit everything under my sink in them, with enough cabinet room left over to declutter my counter! While they’re by no means high-end, they are sturdy and very well-made. They slide in and out smoothly, and make organization a breeze. My husband saw the finished product and immediately wanted a set for himself!" — LadyLoLinda Price : $24.99 (also available as a set of two) 21. An internet-beloved Ninja Creami if your favorite foods are ice cream, gelato, smoothie bowls, milkshakes, and sorbets. 😊 Whether or not you want to amp up their nutritional value with protein powder is entirely up to you! See it in action on TikTok here . Promising review: "I bought this to make sorbets and dairy-free treats. This is the best machine, and you will use it after summer. All you need is a can of fruit, and it whips up the best sorbet! This is better than any sorbet I have found except in Mikonos. The possibilities are endless with this machine. I love that you can add candy or fruits to make your own blizzards. Everyone in the family loves it and requests their own. Recipe book included is easy to follow and no hard to find ingredients. You do have to freeze the base for 24 hours, but it’s worth the wait. Definitely order extra pints because it’s so easy to make you will want to make extra flavors." — Krista Price: $199 (available with two different pint sizes) 22. A stainless-steel Owala water bottle so you can stay hydrated whether you're a Pilates devotee, CrossFitter, or just love a leisurely hot girl walk. It has a built-in straw and an open spout so you can sip or chug. Check out the Owala FreeSip water bottle on TikTok ! Promising review: "This is the second one I have purchased. I love this water bottle for the ease of drinking. The built-in sipping feature is a game changer, and I appreciate being able to close the top and keep the mouthpiece clean, unlike bottles with exposed straws. Don't ever change the design! " — Jill Price : $22.99+ (available in 16 colors and 4 sizes) 23. Anua's Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil which goes after blackheads and general congestion so aggressively, some reviewers even say you they can see 👀 the dirt and dead skin get flushed out. Promising review : "WOW GUYS!!!! This pore-cleansing oil is AMAZING!!! My cousin told me about how it went viral on TikTok, so I thought I would try it, and it’s been working wonders. I have tried so many face washes and nose strips, but with this, my blackheads and pores are shrinking tremendously. It also smells good and makes my skin very soft. I use it right after I get out of the shower while my pores are still warm and opened up — then I rub circles with two squirts of the oil on my face for about a minute and rinse it off. This is a miracle worker!!! Goodbye blackheads!!" — SK Price : $17.69 24. A Simple Modern tumbler if you're looking for an option that will keep your drink cold for hours on end and don't really care about the name brand. 🤷♀️ It also comes in a bunch of pretty pastels, sooo it's really a no-brainer. Many reviewers said they find themselves drinking more water when they have a straw, and the fact that it's so dang cute doesn't hurt either! BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes says, "I finally decided to hop on board the hype train for these big tumblers and am already obsessed with my Simple Modern one! I opted for the mint green color and it's as pretty as I'd hoped in person. The fact that this has both a straw and a handle means I end up carrying it around with me and drinking WAY more water than I did before. BTW! I highly recommend getting straw covers to protect against dust and germs — as pictured above, I got cute cloud ones (like these ), and they work perfectly!" Promising review : "If you have been wanting a Stanley cup, believe me, save yourself some money and get this cup! You will end up with a better cup than the Stanley! I have dropped/tipped over this cup a couple of times and only a couple of drops of water come out. If I did that to my Stanley, water got everywhere! And this cup keeps the water so cold. And if you purchase silicone straw toppers, it keeps the water even colder! Also, it fits in my car cup holder, and my Stanley really didn’t . Love this cup!" — Amazon Customer Price : $26.99+ (available in two sizes and 43 colors; also available in a style without the handle ) 25. An eight-tier plant stand with built-in grow lights so you don't have to pick which of your babies gets access to your one and only sunny windowsill. Promising review : "Plants are happy for the light they get indoors and it looks great... building was a little confusing for me, but if I can build it, anyone can because I’m clueless when it comes to hardware. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️" — Ozzi Price : $95.98 26. An all-in-one K-beauty balm that does the work of a lip balm ✅ , eye cream ✅ , neck cream ✅ , primer ✅ , and face mist ✅ ! Man, I love a multi-use product that not only saves me time... but saves me MONEY. Promising review: "Okay! So I was skeptical at first, but honestly, this stick is life-changing!! ! In a matter of minutes, my skin felt hydrated and plumped. After an hour, still hydrated. No greasy after feeling, very light, and you can feel your skin hydrated and absorbing. I love the fact that you can use it on your eyes, lips, and wrinkles!! Game changer for me, will def try the others!" — Kristy Price : $22.99 (available in six styles) 27. A pair of magnetic fridge shelves you can slap to the side of your fridge and not have to think about again. It's a great option for renters since you don't have to go drilling any holes or YouTubing any videos on how to use a stud finder. Promising review : "I highly recommend this product! We struggled with finding the best place to keep my husband’s many, many spices and seasonings and we didn’t want something that sits on the counter as we are already short on counter space. I also didn’t want something that hung on the wall above the stove as it would get greasy and gross from cooking splatter. These magnetic shelves are the perfect solution, fit plenty of containers without worry of any falling out, and the magnets are very strong but not so strong that I feel it’s damaging my fridge. They’re also very easy to remove/clean when needed and reposition if necessary. Highly recommend." — Michelle N. Price : $21.99+ (available in sets of two, four, and six and in 14 colors) 28. Catrice's "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener — a hyaluronic acid-enriched color-adaptive formula that neutralizes bluish under-eye shadows and dark circles. Tap it on with your finger or a sponge and you'll suddenly look like you slept a full eight hours! The color adaptive formula is designed so one of two shades will work on any skin tone. Check out a TikTok of the brightener in action. Promising review: "Took years off my eyes! This product is so reasonably priced. I came across a TikTok promoting this and decided to take a chance since the price was super reasonable. My eyes looked brighter in a good way, and the concealer worked so well that I felt I looked younger. I got compliments from friends asking what I did differently with my makeup. I recommend it." — Monica T. Price : $6 (available in two shades) 29. Sol de Janeiro's Brazilian Bum Jet Set — the most cost-effective way to try out the brand's viral bum bum cream, moisturizing shower gel, and body fragrance mist. The beloved trio brings your at-home pampering to the next level with exfoliating mango- and banana-derived acids, firming guaraná extract, and moisturizing fermented sugar. Promising review : "This is a great product for people who want to dip their toe into Sol De Janerio products like me! I always see this all over my social media and was wanting to try it without clearing my bank account. The lotion is long lasting and very moisturizing! I love to carry the mini perfume in my school bag wherever I go! Lastly, the body gel is a nice touch to an everything shower." — Lea Price : $30 (available in three scents) 30. Some 100% bio-based face wipes , as they're just the ticket if BeautyTok has convinced you to ditch regular towels which — even when freshly laundered — can harbor acne-causing bacteria. These are 100% USDA-certified bio-based, meaning they're made entirely from plant-based materials and better for the environment than your regular disposable wipes. 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PARSIPPANY, NJ – November 25, 2024, Nov. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ: LINC), a national leader in specialized technical training for more than 75 years, announces the graduation of eight new technicians from its specialized Johnson Controls International (JCI) Academy program at the Denver, CO campus. This is the first group to graduate from the Denver location; the JCI Academy has also operated at Lincoln’s Columbia, MD campus since the Fall of 2022. Since the inception of Lincoln Tech’s partnership with JCI in 2018, more than 500 students have graduated from Lincoln schools and gone straight to work at JCI locations across the country. “Our partnership with Johnson Controls enables us to broaden our innovative training programs, providing graduates with hands-on experience and direct pathways to careers that align with market needs,” says Scott Shaw, Lincoln Tech’s President and CEO. “We are proud to contribute to building a future-ready talent pool that ensures the efficient and sustainable operation of our building systems.” The graduating class celebrated its milestone on Friday, November 15 th at the Denver campus – when the ribbon was also officially cut on the Johnson Controls Academy classroom. The graduates – six of whom had previously attended Lincoln Tech, along with two current JCI employee who were advancing their skill sets – will move into positions at JCI branches in Alaska, Illinois, Kansas, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Utah. As entry-level technicians, they’ll begin careers installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining fire and security alarm systems on JCI-operated buildings. Marcus Biart, a graduate of the Electrical and Electronic Systems Technology program at Lincoln Tech’s Mahwah campus, enrolled in the JCI Academy to further his training and will go on to a position at JCI’s Fort Worth, TX location. “I’ve never experienced anything like this before,” he told his fellow graduates when speaking at Friday’s ceremony. “JCI’s instructors were willing to teach me, and I was eager to learn. Thank you for giving a young man like me a chance.” Mike Schade, VP of Human Resources at Johnson Controls, was among the speakers to congratulate the graduates on their successes. “You all wanted to do something unique and exciting with your life,” Schade said. You had a vision. And vision is an important word here – at Johnson Controls not only do we want to have great technicians and help build their careers, we want to help build the trades for our economy and our country. The work we do saves lives and saves the planet.” The JCI Academy at Lincoln Tech provides six weeks of intensive hands-on training designed to close the skilled labor gap and prepare future technicians for security and fire installation and service roles. On-site housing for the duration of the program and relocation expenses upon completion are supported by Johnson Controls. To ensure smooth onboarding, graduates of the Johnson Controls Academy receive support from a retention coach for one year post-graduation. The collaboration between Johnson Controls and Lincoln Tech began in 2018, enhancing classroom experiences with cutting-edge equipment and technology. Johnson Controls is dedicated to workforce development from the K-12 level and throughout employees' careers. Through the partnership with Lincoln Tech and initiatives like the Community College Partnership Program, STEM 101, and HVAC learning labs, Johnson Controls equips schools with vital resources to develop smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, benefiting students along the way. There are more than 800,000 positions projected to open nationwide for electricians and electronic systems technicians by 2033*, according to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. * Career growth projections can be found at onetonline.org for the years 2023-2033 and are current as of November 18, 2024. ### About Lincoln Educational Services Corporation Lincoln Educational Services Corporation is a leading provider of diversified career-oriented post-secondary education. Lincoln offers recent high school graduates and working adults career-oriented programs in five principal areas of study: automotive technology, health sciences, skilled trades, information technology, and hospitality services. Lincoln has provided the workforce with skilled technicians since its inception in 1946. Lincoln currently operates 22 campuses in 13 states under four brands: Lincoln Technical Institute, Lincoln College of Technology and Euphoria Institute of Beauty Arts and Sciences. Lincoln also operates Lincoln Culinary Institutes in both Maryland and Connecticut.For more information, go to lincolntech.edu. Contact Information Lincoln Educational Services Corporation Scott Watkins swatkins@lincolntech.edu About Johnson Controls At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Building on a proud history of nearly 140 years of innovation, we deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive digital offering. Today, with a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology and software as well as service solutions from some of the most trusted names in the industry. Visit www.johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnson Controls on social Platforms. Contact Information Johnson Controls International Kari Pfisterer (414) 217-1488 kari.b.pfisterer@jci.com Attachment JCI Academy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Lincoln Tech's Denver CampusLiminal Forecasts Third-Party Risk Management Solutions Market to Hit $19.9 Billion by 2030
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