Ben Brown
Raleigh, Smithfield
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Covering North Carolina's legislature and other corners of state gov't for the Insider State Government News Service and the Raleigh News & Observer newspaper.
Articles by Ben Brown
The Highs and Lows of Hunting
When I founded Wild Chix, I didn’t realise what an impact it would have on me and so many women around me! But let me start from the beginning …
Privaatsete tervishoiukliinikute valik naiste seas: veebiarvustuste mõju on tõusuteel
NAINE SISUTURUNDUS SISUTURUNDUS Foto: cottonbro studio Arsti valimine ei alga enam alati registratuuri kõnest. Üha rohkem Eesti naisi loeb enne broneerimist teiste patsientide kogemusi, eriti siis, kui teemaks on günekoloogia, viljatusravi või raseduse jälgimine. See on isiklik ala. Väga isiklik. Seetõttu mõjub üks aus kirjeldus vastuvõtu pikkusest, arsti toonist või tasu selgusest vahel rohkem kui kliiniku enda reklaamtekst.
A randomized, placebo-controlled trial of 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccination to accelerate immune recovery after sepsis
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Editor’s summary Abstract INTRODUCTION RESULTS DISCUSSION MATERIALS AND METHODS Acknowledgments Supplementary Materials REFERENCES AND NOTES Information & Authors Metrics & Citations View Options References Figures Tables Media Share Editor’s summary Adults who survive sepsis can suffer from persistent inflammation and immune cell dysfunction that might be modified by vaccines, but vaccine immunogenicity has not been studied in this population.
By Kimberly A. Dowd, Huaxin Song, Saif Malik, Manu Shankar-Hari, Peter Smith Verified, Tamas Szakmany, Charlotte Summers, Peter McGuigan, David Brealey, Phil Hopkins, Ben Brown, Stuart R. McKechnie, Anthony J Rostron, Matthew Fish, Aislinn Jennings, Jennifer Rynne, Marlies Ostermann, Emma Pearce Verified, David Pogson, Renske Hoekstra, Yasmeen Ghnewa, Angela Cape, Alima Rahman, Joanne Palmer-Joyce, Tommaso Viola
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Five Finger Death Punch
“It’s just like music to your ears.” All artists are unique and inspirational in some fashion or another. In the metal space, if there’s any band that’s influenced an entire generation of neckbeards that brandish a Punisher decal across the back of their Dodge Ram trucks and have an incomparable ability to suck exponentially more with each release, it’s none other than Dollar Tree-variety Pantera. Before anyone gets roid rage, that was a joke (sarcasm).
How to Strayline for Snapper
In a country full of fishos who grew up obsessed with chasing snapper, there’s nothing more iconic than a good old-fashioned strayline session. It doesn’t get much simpler. A rod, a hook, and a big slab of bait drifted naturally down a berley trail in the hope that a hungry moocher is waiting in the shadows. For many of us, our earliest fishing memories revolve around straylining.
Vigil raises awareness for road traffic victims on World Remembrance Day
Vigil raises awareness for road traffic victims on World Remembrance Day Prev Next The third Sunday of November marks World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims, and a vigil was held in Phoenix Sunday night to remember area victims. Posted PHOENIX — The third Sunday of November marks World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims. On Sunday evening, members of the community came together to hold a vigil in Phoenix to remember the lives of loved ones taken too soon.
Senator Kelly calls for immediate talks to end government shutdown
PHOENIX — As the government shutdown hits day 29, ABC15 spoke one-on-one with Arizona Senator Mark Kelly to get answers on how and when the government will reopen. Both Senator Kelly and Senator Ruben Gallego are steadfast in their position that any deal to fund the government must involve extending the Obamacare tax credits. Kelly added that he thinks the shutdown will end when President Donald Trump weighs in. Watch Senator Kelly's interview with ABC15's Ben Brown in the video player above.
The Aaron Harber Show
“VOICES BEYOND VALOR: ADDRESSING THE NEED FOR IMPROVED MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR AMERICA’S VETERANS TM” “Voices Beyond Valor ”seeks to make an extraordinary difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of Veterans by providing them with the most current health, medical, and other scientific information needed to improve their lives. The television and online program also will inform them of resources available today as week as what is coming in the future.
'Nearly impossible to keep up': Groups rally against proposed APS rate hike
PHOENIX — A coalition of grassroots organizations rallied at the Arizona Capitol on Wednesday for lower energy prices. APS, the state’s largest utility, is requesting a 14 percent residential rate hike, citing the rising costs of operating Arizona’s energy grid. The Arizona Corporation Commission will hold public hearings on the proposal beginning in January.
The first team move case to be litigated to trial before the DIFC Courts
In a judgment handed down on 9 July 2025 (but only published on 1 August 2025), the Court of First Instance in the DIFC Courts has dismissed all of the claims brought against GSB Capital Ltd (“GSB”) by AES International. Ben Brown, Partner, and David True, Senior Associate, of Clyde & Co LLP, along with Stephen Doherty of Serle Court and Patrick Tomison of Outer Temple Chambers, represented GSB from the outset of proceedings.
Immigration officials acknowledge wrongful deportation of Guatemalan woman with American toddler
By Ben Brown Click here for updates on this story Arizona ( KNXV) - Immigration officials are reconsidering the deportation of a Guatemalan woman, who was sent back to her home country with her 18-month-old American child, despite having a stay of removal from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The woman, who had been living in the U.S. for 12 years, was detained during a routine check-in with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) last week.
UK: Energy and connections updates
The Energy sector saw a flurry of activity toward the end of 2024, with developments in a number of key areas, such as connections reform, REMA, and hydrogen. Here, we take a brief look at some of the main developments we saw at the end of the last year. On 13 December 2024, the UK government published its report: “Clean Power 2030 Action Plan: A new era of clean electricity”, setting out its pathway to a clean power system.
UK: NESO updates connections reform proposals
Why should I read this? On 15 January 2025, the National Energy System Operator (“NESO”) and Ofgem each published letters on the latest TMO4+ connections reform proposals. In its letter, NESO set out a series of new transitional measures to facilitate the implementation of TMO4+, with Ofgem’s letter approving those measures. Understanding the impact of these measures will be important for anyone seeking a place in the grid connection queue. What are the additional measures?
Border security, water rights and veteran care among top priorities for Senator Ruben Gallego
PHOENIX — Congress began a new session Friday and among the new members is Ruben Gallego, the first Latino Senator from Arizona. "It's the beginning of me fighting for all working Arizonans,” Senator Ruben Gallego told media during a press gaggle ahead of his swearing-in.
Atmosphere Effects in Laser Powder Bed Fusion: A Review
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The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Nick Martinez’s Changeup Nick Martinez was the tough luck loser on Friday, throwing eight very strong innings of one-run ball in Chicago.
Part III: When should employers in KSA consider using arbitration as an alternative dispute resolution?
In the dynamic landscape of employment disputes, particularly for managerial positions, the choice of dispute resolution mechanisms plays a critical role in maintaining organisational harmony and efficiency. While arbitration is widely recognised as an effective alternative to litigating in local courts in many jurisdictions, it is not always permitted in an employment context. This article is part of a series examining the labour dispute framework in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
Significant amendments to the UAE Labour Law: Articles 54 and 60
On 29 July 2024, Federal Decree-Law No. 9/2024 introduced significant amendments to Articles 54 and 60 of the UAE Labour Law. These changes, effective from 30 August 2024, aim to enhance the enforcement of employment rights and impose stricter penalties for non-compliance. This article outlines the key changes and their implications for employers and employees. Article 54: dispute resolution and legal procedures 1.
Firefighters rescue three from collapsed Oakville basement construction site
Oakville Fire rescued three people trapped in a basement last night, Tuesday, Sept. 10, after receiving a call for medical assistance at a home on Mohawk Road. Last night, at approximately 7:59 p.m., the Oakville Fire Department (OFD) received a call for medical assistance at a residence where a basement access for a secondary suite was under construction.
Part II: Class action in KSA Labour Court - navigating the complex terrain
In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), labour disputes are adjudicated in specialised labour courts. These courts serve as the primary forums for resolving employment-related conflicts, ensuring that both employees and employers are treated fairly. One notable aspect of these disputes is the phenomenon of class action suits, where multiple employees can file similar claims either collectively or concurrently.
ZOLEO Satellite Communicator Review
Since their beginning, rangefinding binoculars have been very well matched with the 42mm lenses, and while they’re for many the greatest bit of kit available, for some they’ve always been a bit too bulky or simply too heavy
New waterfront event venue coming to Bronte after long vacancy
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article originally appeared on OakvilleNews.org on August 20. After years of sitting vacant, the second floor of the Bronte Harbour Banquet and Conference Centre will soon be revitalized into an event space, adding a new venue for special events and weddings in Halton's waterfront community. Council has authorized town staff to negotiate a lease deal with Catch Hospitality Group, the operators behind local favourites like the Bronte Boathouse and Duckies Ice Cream Shop.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The 10 Nastiest Pitches from Friday’s MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Garrett Crochet’s Sweeper The man of the evening, Garrett Crochet struck out nine over four dominant innings in Houston.
IN DEPTH: What does it take to reopen an underwater golf course?
It's been several weeks since Glen Abbey, Oakville's most famous golf course, was hit with severe flooding. Those heavy rains back in July closed more than half of the holes for almost a week. Read more here: 'Most of the course is under water': Glen Abbey Golf Club closed due to flooding Though the damage was extensive, Oakville's Glen Abbey Golf Club reopened for 18 holes almost a week to the day that the club's valley (featuring holes 11-15 on the course) was underwater.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel.
Viral video of man being dragged on Oakville highway deemed 'non-criminal'
A viral video is circulating today, Aug. 9, 2024, on social media sites (including Instagram and Twitter) of a man being dragged by a vehicle on the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) in Oakville. Police say the incident took place on Wednesday, Aug. 7, with officers responding just before midnight. Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has deemed the incident to be "non-criminal in nature." The video depicts a man being dragged on the driver's side door of a moving vehicle on the highway.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Blake Snell’s Curveball We obviously have to start with the man who completed eight innings in a game for the first time in his career.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's games Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Tony Santillan’s Slider I’m not sure what Keibert Ruiz was swinging at here, but had he even made contact I don’t know where that ball would have even ended up.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Tyler Glasnow’s Slider Hey, this Glasnow guy is pretty good huh?
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action. Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Ryan Pepiot’s Changeup This ball was there, and then it was not.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel.
Men's league hockey brawl leads to multiple assault charges
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article originally appeared May 30 on OakvilleToday. Readers warning: This story contains graphic descriptions of violence. Men's league hockey is certainly no stranger to pushing and shoving. But when a player is lying in a pool of his own blood and the police get involved, there's now a serious escalation beyond the norms of recreational sports.
Halton celebrates Paramedic Day with an up-close look at the job
Despite the rainy Saturday that marked the end of Paramedic Services Week, multiple local communities still came out to get an up-close look at the job of a Halton paramedic at Oakville's Woodlands Operation Centre. Initially planned as an outdoor event, everything was moved indoors to an ambulance bay due to the rain. Stations were set up to allow attendees to get up close to paramedics and learn about their jobs.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Matt Carasiti’s Forkball Personally, this day has been a long time coming.
ASU PD Chief on paid leave following actions during protests in recent weeks
TEMPE, AZ — Arizona State University's police chief has been placed on paid administrative leave pending a review of complaints filed against him. The announcement was posted to the school's website stating Chief Michael Thompson is on leave as officials look into his actions during protests on campus on April 26-27. The announcement stated the ASU Office of General Counsel is reviewing the incident.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches from Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Corbin Burnes‘ Changeup Simply absurd movement here from Corbin Burnes on this changeup. He had another one just like this earlier in the game.
MEA Employment Predictions 2024: Streamlining Nationalisation Policies
Expect a continued refinement and optimisation of nationalisation policies in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), focusing on creating more seamless and effective processes for workforce nationalisation initiatives. In the UAE in 2023 we saw Emiratisation quotas for smaller employers in specific sectors. In KSA we saw continued Saudisation of the professions and a greater emphasis on mandatory training schemes for employers with headcounts of 50 or more.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel.
The 10 Nastiest Pitches From Friday
+ The Nastiest Pitches from Friday's MLB action Every morning, the We Love Baseball crew reviews the Nastiest Pitches from the previous day’s games. If you see something you think should be included here be sure to tweet @PitcherList to let us know. Or, if you’re a PL+ Member and part of our Discord, shout it out in the Nastiest Pitches channel. Tarik Skubal’s Slider That pitch is an absolute thing of beauty.
BEYOND LOCAL: Indigenous communities say they weren't consulted on school name change
The Halton District School Board has said they are actively in talks with their treaty partners and engaging in ongoing discussions with the Indigenous community regarding the proposed renaming of Iroquois Ridge High School in Oakville. However, prominent indigenous voices allege no such effort has been made and the decision was instead "guided in a bias way," according to Jody Harbour, co-founder of Grandmother’s Voice.
Halton Regional Police Service hires 13 new officers
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is growing. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) yesterday, HRPS said, "This evening, we were proud to officially welcome 13 new officers to our policing family. May your careers with us and serving the people of Halton be long, rewarding, and safe." The service's budget for this year is $203.8 million, a 9.5 per cent increase from 2023.
Computing with error-corrected quantum computers
22 Feb 2024 Research 9 minute read A perspective from symmetry and non-Euclidean geometry. Computing with error-corrected quantum computers: a perspective from symmetry and non-Euclidean geometry A perspective from symmetry and non-Euclidean geometry. As we enter the era of quantum utility, we’re beginning to think seriously about how to run error-free computations on large-scale quantum computers with strategies like error correction.
AZ lawmakers push for interstate marijuana commerce
Arizona lawmakers are looking to capitalize on cannabis as the marijuana industry continues to grow. House Bill 2770 would allow marijuana to be sold across state lines, but the bill is contingent on the federal legalization of cannabis. “What this measure is trying to do is trying to get Arizona to that point to where they can be at the start line so that when the feds wave the flag they can start competing and start selling immediately across state lines,” said Arizona Rep.
Who bettors are gambling on in the 2024 election
The Iowa Caucus officially kicked off on Monday for what's likely to be another hotly contested presidential election. While polls often shape the narrative heading into an election cycle, betting markets have become increasingly more popular — and in some cases, paint a more accurate picture.
Phoenix passes prevailing wage ordinance, legal battle likely
PHOENIX — Phoenix became the first city in Arizona to pass a prevailing wage ordinance, setting a new wage standard for workers. The ordinance requires companies working on city-funded projects worth at least $4 million to pay their workers a prevailing wage, meaning they must match what workers in similar positions are making. “It is important for us to pay people a living wage.
Visa overstays; the immigration problem that no one is talking about
The main focus surrounding the immigration debate has centered on the border, as agents try to grapple with the record number of migrants trying to cross into the United States. But, there’s another problem taking a toll on the immigration system — visa overstays.
New savings scheme for UAE private sector - should your employer subscribe?
The snappily-titled Voluntary Alternative End of Service Benefits Savings Scheme (VAS) is now in effect and offers eligible UAE employers – and their employees – a voluntary alternative to the existing cash end-of-service gratuity scheme (ESG). The VAS is essentially a defined contribution pension scheme, which also offers a voluntary savings plan for employees.
Enoch Multi Death
A law enforcement official stands at the front door of the Enoch, Utah, home where eight family members were found dead from gunshot wounds, Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023. (Ben B. Brown/The Deseret News via AP) Ben B. Brown
Multiomic atlas with functional stratification and developmental dynamics of zebrafish cis-regulatory elements - Nature Genetics
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Abstract Zebrafish, a popular organism for studying embryonic development and for modeling human diseases, has so far lacked a systematic functional annotation program akin to those in other animal models. To address this, we formed the international DANIO-CODE consortium and created a central repository to store and process zebrafish developmental functional genomic data.
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Labour and Employment Comparative Guide - - United Arab Emirates
1 Legal framework 1.1 Are there statutory sources of labour and employment law? Employment relationships in the United Arab Emirates are governed and regulated by the UAE Labour Law (33/2021) which is supplemented by UAE Cabinet Resolution 1/2022 (‘Executive Regulations').
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