( MENAFN - EIN Presswire) Augmented Reality In health Care Global market Report 2024 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2024-2033 The Business Research Company's Early Year-End Sale! Get up to 30% off detailed market research reports-for a limited time only! LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 17, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- The Business Research Company's Early Year-End Sale! Get up to 30% off detailed market research reports-limited time only! With emphasis on enhanced surgical procedures, medical training and education, patient care, treatment planning the augmented reality in health care market size has grown exponentially in recent years. Estimated to rise from $2.38 billion in 2023 to $3.11 billion in 2024, the market indicates a compound annual growth rate CAGR of 30.6%. The growth, during this period, reflects attributes such as remote assistance, telemedicine, and diagnostic imaging enhancements to the historic period. What Will Be The Anticipated Market Size Of Global Augmented Reality In Health Care Over The Coming Years? The augmented reality in health care market size is expected to see a surge in the coming years. Expanding at a compound annual growth rate CAGR of 32.2%, the market is projected to hit the $9.49 billion mark by 2028. This growth surge can be pinned on factors such as widespread adoption in rehabilitation, expansive use in mental health treatment, and trends in patient engagement and adherence. Projections for impressive growth in the forecast period are guided by trends such as augmented reality AR wearables for health monitoring, area-based diagnostic imaging, pharmaceutical research and development, enhanced mental health support, and the integration with Electronic Health Records EHR. Explore Comprehensive Market Report With A Detailed Sample Here: What Is Driving The Global Augmented Reality In Health Care Market? A significant driver projected to propel the augmented reality in health care market growth is the rapidly increasing geriatric population, expected to continue over the forecast period. The geriatric population, prone to several diseases and ailments that require surgical procedures, benefits from the usage of AR in surgeries that provides surgeons a visualization of the patient's anatomy alongside their MRI and CT scan data. By 2060, the number of Americans aged 65 and above forecasts to nearly quadruple to 95 million, accounting for 23% of the total population, as per the Physical Review B PRB Journal. Check Out The Forecast For The Global Augmented Reality In Health Care Market Here: Which Are The Major Players In The Augmented Reality In Health Care Market? Major players operating in the augmented reality in health care market include Google LLC, Microsoft Corporation Inc., Sony Corporation, Siemens Healthineers, Koninklijke Philips N.V., 3D Systems Corporation, Magic Leap Inc., Augmedics Ltd., Augmedix Inc., AccuVein Inc., VirtaMed AG, BioDigital Inc., Vuzix Corporation, Karuna Labs Inc., AppliedVR Technology, Osterhout Design Group Inc., Atheer Inc., EchoPixel Inc., Medsight Solutions LLC, FundamentalVR Ltd., Augmented Intelligence Inc., seeCOLe LLC, DAQRI Inc., Nanome Inc., Brain Power Inc., OxfordVR Ltd., Health Scholars Inc., MediView XR Inc., ARToolworks Inc., and CAE Healthcare Inc. What Latent Trends Are Reshaping The AR in Health Care Market? Companies operating in the AR in the health care sector are focusing on product innovation for improvement in treatment accuracy. This drive for innovation is attributing to shaping the AR in health care market. For example, Netherlands-based medical technology company, Enovis, launched ARVIS, an augmented reality visualization and information system, completed over 200 successful cases in the US in July 2022. This FDA-cleared system stands out as a distinguished hands-free AR technology, providing real-time, precise guidance during hip and knee surgeries. How Is The Global Augmented Reality In Health Care Market Segmented? The augmented reality in health care market is segmented by - 1 Product: into Hardware and Software 2 Technology: into Wearable, Vision-Based, Spatial, and Mobile Device-Based 3 Device Type: into Head-Mounted Displays, Handheld Devices, and Other Device Types 4 End-User: into Hospitals And Clinics, Research Laboratories, and Other End Users Examining the Regional Insights of The AR In Health Care Market North America led as the most expansive region in the augmented reality in health care market in 2023. 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SHE may be just 27 but Grace Beverley has a net worth of over £8million thanks to her multiple businesses. But now the Tala and Shreddy founder , who started doing side hustles as a teenager, has opened up about the errors she has made along the way. In a transparent post , the CEO revealed some ways that she wasted money as a young entrepreneur, to help other people keen to start their own businesses. In addition to her businesses, she has also launched a book and podcast - both called Working Hard, Hardly Working, and was featured on the Forbes 30 under 30 Europe list in 2020. However, she admitted that she spent too much on social media stars at the beginning. In a TikTok video, she explained: “I shouldn’t have spent so much money on influencers - until you’re established, work with 80 per cent ‘converting’ influencers and MAX 20 per cent ‘brand building’ (cool) influencers. “Converting influencers will actually drive sales rather than just add brand value (which is so important but not as important as staying afloat early on). “Ask to see their affiliate link data before going ahead to ensure they can actually sell! “Tbh I would avoid using influencers altogether until a few launches in and focus on gifting instead.” Her next tip was to not spend so much money sampling products before releasing them, and advised “done is better than perfect.” She said you can get feedback from people after you have launched which you will learn “so much” from. Grace said that she held events “WAY too early” to be necessary. She explained: “Events are a vanity project and good for building ‘brand’, but you can’t afford to focus on truly building brand until you have some cash. “So skip the events and put that money into ad spend until you have stronger cash flow.” The businesswoman said you should only invite influencers who convert and give them a discount code to walk away with for their followers. She added that events should be able educating them on the brand and not just getting a “meaningless tag” on Instagram . Grace said she should have avoided relying so much on social media and instead focused more on email marketing. She explained: “Automated email marketing will make you money IN YOUR SLEEP . “You will have customers come to your site, add something to their basket and then get distracted before checking out; automated CRM flows will remind that customer via email that they left something in their basket. “So many other flows too. “Think how many people you follow on ig and tt whose posts you never see - email is far far more effective and relies less on algorithms.” Another tip she had for new businesses is to secure all social media handles as soon as you know the name. RUNNING your own company is a monumental feat, but Grace Beverley has multiple on the go. The entrepreneur has a net worth of a whopping £8million. Shreddy Thanks to her loyal fan base following her fitness videos, Grace launched an app while at university. The fitness app Shreddy is filled with recipes, workouts, and a built-in community. Tala Grace added to her empire by creating a sustainable activewear brand, which she started in 2019 at 22. In its first year, she made £6million in sales. In 2022, she received £4.5million in investment to expand the business, and it now has 469,000 followers on Instagram The Productivity Method Skilled at time management, Grace started another hustle, selling planners. Her business flogs physical planners for £36, while her digital planners rise to £42. The website states: "Quite simply, we got fed up with planners that ask us how many sh**s we've had a day while not actually helping us to improve our productivity... so we set out to make productivity tools that *actually*, *genuinely* work!" Book On top of all this, Grace launched a book called Working Hard, Hardly Working in 2022. It "offers a fresh take on how to create your own balance, be more productive and feel fulfilled." Grace's book has proved to be a huge success and is a Sunday Times bestseller. Grace launched Shreddy, a fitness app while studying at the University of Oxford . Speaking to CEO Today Magazine, the businesswoman said: "I wanted to help simplify people’s fitness journeys and create products that helped make what can be a daunting, confusing process a lot easier. "I was in my first year at university, so I didn’t start in the same way I’d start a business now. "I released a digital product at first, then went into physical products after we spotted a gap in the market for accessible, cute gym accessories that made your gym experience that much better, whilst allowing you to create an affordable portable gym." Grace added "she'd be lying" if she said starting a business at a young age hadn't come with "challenges", but she claimed the key was to hire "a powerhouse of young women from all different backgrounds." But Grace didn’t stop there. In 2019 when she was 22, the entrepreneur decided to launch another business - an activewear brand called Tala. The Instagram star was already making a name for herself as a fitness influencer with her @GracefitUK account. In its first year, Grace made a whopping £6million in sales. However, she counts the real launch of the business in April 2021, after she severed ties with her initial manufacturing partner and licenser. She revealed to Vogue : “I haven’t talked about this much because at the time it was sensitive but having to rip it all down and start from scratch in order to build a brand with [longevity] was incredibly hard, it was incredibly expensive and incredibly tough emotionally. “It required a huge amount of conviction.” The previous business partners had wanted Tala to be an influencer brand, with sales driven by Grace’s account and “viral drops”. However, she hoped to build a long-lasting business model and invest in product innovation. She added: “Being an influencer merch brand is fine and it has its value. But capping the brand’s growth at myself and my own reach, where being an influencer actually isn’t even what I want to do, wasn’t what I wanted for my future or for the brand.” The relaunch paid off, as she received a £4.5million investment in 2022.
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RICHARDSON, TX / ACCESSWIRE / December 10, 2024 / Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:OPXS), a leading manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems for domestic and worldwide military and commercial applications, announced today it has been awarded a new contract for Laser Filter Units and Window Assemblies supporting Night Vision devices utilized by the U.S. Armed Forces. The order value is $2.0 million with deliveries covering March 2025 through February 2026. "The AOC team is pleased to continue our support of optical assemblies supporting various Night Vision Devices. AOC has positioned itself as a key supplier of laser protection filters and assemblies supporting the primary suppliers of Night Vision equipment to the U.S. military. We have recently added critical infrastructure to ensure we can continue to meet the growing demand for specialized laser filters and other coated optics" stated Bill Bates, General Manager of Applied Optics Center. With this new order, the current Optex backlog is in excess of $42million. ABOUT OPTEX SYSTEMS Optex, which was founded in 1987, is a Richardson, Texas based ISO 9001:2015 certified concern, which manufactures optical sighting systems and assemblies, primarily for Department of Defense (DOD) applications. Its products are installed on various types of U.S. military land vehicles, such as the Abrams and Bradley fighting vehicles, Light Armored and Armored Security Vehicles, and have been selected for installation on the Stryker family of vehicles. Optex also manufactures and delivers numerous periscope configurations, rifle and surveillance sights, and night vision optical assemblies. Optex delivers its products both directly to the military services and to prime contractors. For additional information, please visit the Company's website at www.optexsys.com . 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Although a lot of tools have been digitized and consolidated into our smartphones, from cameras, music players, calendars, alarm clocks, flashlights, and of course phones, perhaps none are as useful as the GPS and navigational capabilities. The major weakness here, though, is that this is a single point of failure. If there’s no cell service, if the battery dies, or you find yourself flying a bomber during World War II then you’re going to need another way to navigate, . The compass, as its name implies, also doesn’t rely on using the Earth’s magnetic field since that would have been difficult or impossible inside of an airplane. Instead, it can use various celestial bodies to get a heading. But it’s not quite as simple as pointing it at a star and heading off into the wild blue yonder. First you’ll need to know the current time and date and look those up in a companion chart. The chart lists the global hour angle and the declination for a number of celestial bodies which can be put into the compass. From there the latitude is set and the local hour angle is calculated and set, and then the compass is rotated until the object is sighted. After all of that effort, a compass heading will be shown. For all its complexity, a tool like this can be indispensable in situations where modern technology fails. While it does rely on precise tabulated astrometric data to be on hand, as long as that’s available it’s almost failsafe, especially compared to a modern smartphone. Of course, you’ll also need a fairly accurate way of timekeeping .UNITY TOWNSHIP, Pa. — The team looking for a missing Pennsylvania woman believed to have fallen into a sinkhole has determined that an abandoned coal mine is too unstable for people to safely search underground, authorities said Wednesday while still expressing hope Elizabeth Pollard will be found alive. Rescue workers continue to search for Elizabeth Pollard, who is believed to have disappeared in a sinkhole while looking for her cat, Wednesday in Marguerite, Pa. Emergency crews and others have been trying to find Pollard, 64, for two days. Her relatives reported her missing early Tuesday and her vehicle with her unharmed 5-year-old granddaughter inside was found about two hours later, near what is thought to be a freshly opened sinkhole above the long closed, crumbling mine. Authorities said in a noon update that the roof of the mine collapsed in several places and is not stable. The sinkhole is in the village of Marguerite, about 40 miles east of Pittsburgh. “We did get, you know, where we wanted, where we thought that she was at. We’ve been to that spot," said Pleasant Unity Fire Chief John Bacha, the incident's operations officer. “What happened at that point, I don’t know, maybe the slurry of mud pushed her one direction. There were several different seams of that mine, shafts that all came together where this happened at.” Trooper Cliff Greenfield said crews were still actively searching for Pollard. “We are hopeful that she’s found alive,” Greenfield said. Searchers were using electronic devices and cameras as surface digging continued with the use of heavy equipment, Bacha said. Search dogs may also be used. Rescue workers search through the night in a sinkhole for Elizabeth Pollard, who disappeared while looking for her cat, Tuesday in Marguerite, Pa. On Wednesday afternoon, machinery was removing material from the area around the hole while police and other government vehicles blocked a clear view of the scene. Sinkholes occur in the area because of subsidence from coal mining activity. Rescuers had been using water to break down and remove clay and dirt from the mine, which has been closed since the 1950s, but that increased the risk “for potential other mine subsidence to take place," Pennsylvania State Police spokesperson Trooper Steve Limani said. Crews lowered a pole camera with a sensitive listening device into the hole, but it detected nothing. Another camera lowered into the hole showed what could be a shoe about 30 feet below the surface, Limani said. Searchers have also deployed drones and thermal imaging equipment, to no avail. Marguerite Fire Chief Scot Graham, the incident commander, said access to the immediate area surrounding the hole was being tightly controlled and monitored, with rescuers attached by harness. The top of a sinkhole is seen Tuesday in the village of Marguerite, Pa., where rescuers searched for a woman who disappeared. “We cannot judge as to what’s going on underneath us. Again, you had a small hole on top but as soon as you stuck a camera down through to look, you had this big void,” Graham said. “And it was all different depths. The process is long, is tedious. We have to make sure that we are keeping safety in the forefront as well as the rescue effort.” Bacha said they were “hoping that there’s a void that she could still be in.” Pollard's family called police at about 1 a.m. Tuesday to say she had not been seen since going out at about 5 p.m. Monday to search for Pepper, her cat. The temperature dropped well below freezing that night. Her son, Axel Hayes, said Pollard is a happy woman who likes going out to have fun. She and her husband adopted Hayes and his twin brother when they were infants. Hayes called Pollard “a great person overall, a great mother” who “never really did anybody wrong.” He said at one point Pollard had about 10 cats. “Every cat that she’s ever come in contact with, she has a close bond with them,” Hayes said. His mother worked for many years at Walmart but recently was not employed, he said. “I’m just hoping right now that she’s still with us and she’s able to come back to us,” he said. Police said they found Pollard's car parked behind Monday's Union Restaurant in Marguerite, about 20 feet from the sinkhole. Hunters and restaurant workers in the area said they had not noticed the manhole-size opening in the hours before Pollard disappeared, leading rescuers to speculate that the sinkhole was new. “It almost feels like it opened up with her standing on top of it,” Limani said. Searchers accessed the mine late Tuesday afternoon and dug a separate entrance out of concern that the ground around the sinkhole opening was not stable. “Let’s be honest, we need to get a little bit lucky, right?” Limani said Wednesday. “We need a little bit of luck on our side. We need a little bit of God’s good blessing on our side.” Pollard lives in a small neighborhood across the street from where her car and granddaughter were located, Limani said. The young girl “nodded off in the car and woke up. Grandma never came back," Limani said. The child stayed in the car until two troopers rescued her. It's not clear what happened to Pepper. In an era of rapid technological advancement and environmental change, American agriculture is undergoing a revolution that reaches far beyond the farm gate. From the food on consumer plates to the economic health of rural communities, the transformation of U.S. farming practices is reshaping the nation's landscape in ways both visible and hidden. LandTrust explores how these changes impact everyone, whether they live in the heartland or the heart of the city. The image of the small family farm, while still a reality for many, is increasingly giving way to larger, more technologically advanced operations. According to the USDA, the number of farms in the U.S. has fallen from 6.8 million in 1935 to about 2 million today, with the average farm size growing from 155 acres to 444 acres. This shift has profound implications for rural communities and the food system as a whole. Despite these changes, diversity in farming practices is on the rise. A landmark study published in Science , involving data from over 2,000 farms across 11 countries, found that diversifying farmland simultaneously delivers environmental and social benefits. This challenges the longstanding idea that practices boosting biodiversity must come at a cost to yields and food security. The adoption of precision agriculture technologies is transforming how farmers manage their land and resources. GPS-guided tractors, drone surveillance, and AI-powered crop management systems are becoming commonplace on many farms. These technologies allow farmers to apply water, fertilizers, and pesticides with pinpoint accuracy, reducing waste and environmental impact while improving yields. However, the digital divide remains a challenge. More than 22% of rural communities lack reliable broadband internet access, hindering the widespread implementation of AI and other advanced technologies in agriculture. While technology offers new opportunities, farmers are also facing significant economic challenges. The USDA's 2024 farm income forecast projects a 4.4% decline in net farm income from 2023, following a sharp 19.5% drop from 2022 to 2023. This financial pressure is compounded by rising production costs and market volatility. Climate variability adds another layer of complexity. Extreme weather events, changing precipitation patterns, and shifting growing seasons are forcing farmers to adapt quickly. These factors could reduce agricultural productivity by up to 25% over the coming decades without significant adaptation measures. But adapting requires additional financial resources, further straining farm profitability. In the face of these challenges, many farmers are turning to diversification as a strategy for resilience and profitability. The Science study mentioned earlier found that farms integrating several diversification methods supported more biodiversity while seeing simultaneous increases in human well-being and food security. Agritourism is one popular diversification strategy. In 2022, 28,600 U.S. farms reported agritourism income, averaging gross revenue of $44,000 from these activities. Activities like farm tours, pick-your-own operations, and seasonal festivals not only provide additional income but also foster a deeper connection between consumers and agriculture. The changing face of agriculture is directly impacting consumers. The rise of farm-to-table and local food movements reflects a growing interest in where our food comes from and how it's produced. If every U.S. household spent just $10 per week on locally grown food, it would generate billions of dollars for local economies. However, the larger challenges in agriculture can also lead to price fluctuations at the grocery store. The USDA's Economic Research Service projects that food-at-home prices will increase between 1.2% and 2.2% in 2024. Looking ahead, several innovations are poised to reshape agriculture: The transformation of American agriculture affects everyone, from the food we eat to the health of our environment and rural communities. Consumers have the power to support sustainable and diverse farming practices through our purchasing decisions. As citizens, they can advocate for policies that support farmers in adopting innovative and sustainable practices. The challenges facing agriculture are complex, but they also present opportunities for innovation and positive change. By understanding and engaging with these issues, everyone can play a part in shaping a more resilient, sustainable, and equitable food system for the future. This story was produced by LandTrust and reviewed and distributed by Stacker. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
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EMERYVILLE, Calif., Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NMI Holdings, Inc., (NASDAQ: NMIH) announced today that Mohammad Yousaf, currently the company’s Executive Vice President, Operations and Information Technology, has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief of Operations and Technology, effective January 1, 2025. Upon his appointment, Mr. Yousaf will continue to lead the innovation of National MI’s customer platform and technology roadmap and play an important role in shaping the company’s future success in collaboration with the broader executive team. “Mohammad has been instrumental in our success and this new role reflects his dedication, leadership and significant contributions to National MI. This is a well-deserved promotion and I look forward to working with Mohammad and our broader executive team as we continue to deliver differentiated solutions and value for National MI’s customers, community, employees and shareholders,” said Adam Pollitzer, National MI’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Yousaf joined National MI in 2018 and previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Business Transformation Officer from 2020 to 2021 and Vice President, Business Development and Technology Partnerships from 2018 to 2020. Prior to joining National MI, Mr. Yousaf was a Senior Managing Director in charge of servicing operations for Home Point Financial and held leadership positions with Mr. Cooper and Wells Fargo. “National MI has the most modern and efficient operating platform in the private mortgage insurance industry and I’m proud to lead our operations and technology teams as we continue to develop innovative solutions for our customers,” said Mr. Yousaf. “Our goal has always been to support lenders and borrowers with a differentiated commitment and standard of service and, today, we lead the private MI industry from a position of strength and success. I am excited to leverage this expanded role to drive continued momentum and results across our business.” About National MI National Mortgage Insurance Corporation (National MI), a subsidiary of NMI Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: NMIH), is a U.S.-based, private mortgage insurance company enabling low down payment borrowers to realize home ownership while protecting lenders and investors against losses related to a borrower’s default. To learn more, please visit www.nationalmi.com Press Contact for National MI Lesley Alli Senior Vice President, Industry Relations, Marketing and Communications media@nationalmi.com (510) 858-0568 Investor Contact for National MI John M. Swenson Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasury investor.relations@nationalmi.com (510)788-8417Journalist Taylor Lorenz criticized Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield's CEO, Kim A. Keck, in a cryptic post on X after the company announced it would no longer cover anesthesia costs for the full duration of some surgeries. The former Washington Post reporter wrote: "And people wonder why we want these executives dead," referring to the announcement. The journalist also post cryptic content about United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson who was gunned down in the streets on New York City on Wednesday morning. She also shared many posts that attacked Thompson and appeared to defend his death by claiming that he murdered dozens of people due to insufficient health insurance. The post sparked outrage on social media. One user on X commented: "I mean, I knew she was weird, but I didn't know she was 'promoting the assassination of corporate executives' weird." Another user added: "That's actually psychotic." A third person said: "Behavior of this sort (from someone with mainstream institutional backing until very recently) is how fascism gains popularity." However, a few people supported her post. One of them wrote: "For sure, Kim is a wild one indeed to propose this kind of policy." The journalist then added: "I hope people learn the names of all of these insurance company CEOs and engage in very peaceful letter-writing campaigns so that they stop ruthlessly murdering thousands of innocent Americans by denying coverage. Healthcare is a human right. We need universal healthcare now." Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Announcement The insurance provider announced that it would no longer pay for the entire duration of anesthesia during surgeries if it exceeds a certain time limit. This decision drew widespread criticism on social media from both government officials and everyday users. According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), the policy will take effect in New York, Missouri, and Connecticut. Following the decision, ASA in a released statement said, "Payment for anesthesia services is based on several factors, including the exact amount of time for anesthesiologists to deliver care preoperatively, during the operation, and when transitioning the patient to the recovery unit afterward." Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from US News, World and around the world.
Barry Island travel guide: Things to do, where to eat and where to stayNEW ORLEANS (AP) — A scruffy little fugitive is on the lam again in New Orleans, gaining fame as he outwits a tenacious band of citizens armed with night-vision binoculars, nets and a tranquilizer rifle. Scrim, a 17-pound mutt that’s mostly terrier, has become a folk hero, inspiring tattoos, T-shirts and even a ballad as he eludes capture from the posse of volunteers. And like any antihero, Scrim has a backstory: Rescued from semi-feral life at a trailer park and adopted from a shelter, the dog broke loose in April and scurried around the city until he was and brought to a new home. Weeks later, he’d had enough. Scrim leaped out of a second-story window, a desperate act recorded in a now-viral video. Since then, despite a stream of daily sightings, he’s roamed free. The dog’s fans include Myra and Steve Foster, who wrote “Ode to Scrim” to the tune of Ricky Nelson’s 1961 hit, “I’m a Travelin’ Man.” “I’m a travelin’ dog and I’ve made a lot of stops/All over this town...” Leading the recapture effort is Michelle Cheramie, a 55-year-old former information technology professional. She lost everything — home, car, possessions — in in 2005, and in the aftermath, found her calling rescuing pets. “I was like, ‘This is what I should be doing,’” Cheramie said. “I was born to rescue.” She launched Zeus’ Rescues, a nonprofit shelter that now averages 600 cat and dog adoptions a year and offers free pet food to anyone who needs it. She helped Scrim find the home he first escaped from. It was Cheramie’s window Scrim leaped from in November. She’s resumed her relentless mission since then, posting flyers on telephone poles and logging social media updates on his reported whereabouts. She’s invested thousands of dollars on wildlife cameras, thermal sensors and other gear. She took a course offered by the San Diego Zoo on the finer points of tranquilizing animals. And she’s developed a network of volunteers — the kind of neighbors who are willing to grid-search a city at 3 a.m. “...And at every stop I own the heart, of at least one lovely ... ” People like writer David W. Brown, who manages a crowd-sourced Google Map of all known Scrim sightings. He says the search has galvanized residents from all walks of life to come together. As they search for Scrim, they hand out supplies to people in need. “Being a member of the community is seeing problems and doing what you can to make life a little better for the people around here and the animals around you,” Brown said. And neighbors like Tammy Murray, who had to close her furniture store and lost her father to Parkinson’s disease. This search, she says, got her mojo back. “Literally, for months, I’ve done nothing but hunt this dog,” said Murray, 53. “I feel like Wile E. Coyote on a daily basis with him.” Murray drives the Zeus’ Rescues’ van towards reported Scrim sightings. She also handles a tactical net launcher, which looks like an oversized flashlight and once misfired, shattering the van’s window as Scrim sped away. After realizing Scrim had come to recognize the sound of the van’s diesel engine, Murray switched to a Vespa scooter, for stealth. “...If you’re ever in the 9th Ward stop and see/My cute little mini poodle ...” Near-misses have been tantalizing. The search party spotted Scrim napping beneath an elevated house, and wrapped construction netting around the perimeter, but an over-eager volunteer broke ranks and dashed forward, leaving an opening Scrim slipped through. Scrim’s repeated escapades have prompted near-daily local media coverage and a devoted online following. Cheramie can relate. “We’re all running from something or to something. He’s doing that too,” she said. Cheramie’s team dreams of placing the pooch in a safe and loving environment. But a social media chorus growing under the hashtag #FreeScrim has other ideas — they say the runaway should be allowed a life of self-determination. The animal rescue volunteers consider that misguided. “The streets of New Orleans are not the place for a dog to be free,” Cheramie said. “It’s too dangerous.” ”... and my Shar-Pei doll down in old Treme/Waits for my return ...” Scrim was a mess when Cheramie briefly recaptured him in October, with matted fur, missing teeth and a tattered ear. His trembling body was scraped and bruised, and punctured by multiple projectiles. A vet removed one, but decided against operating to take out a possible bullet. The dog initially appeared content indoors, sitting in Cheramie’s lap or napping beside her bed. Then while she was out one day, Scrim chewed through a mesh screen, dropped 13 feet to the ground and squeezed through a gap in the fence, trotting away. Murray said Cheramie’s four cats probably spooked him. “I wholeheartedly believe the gangster-ass cats were messing with him,” Murray said. Cheramie thinks they may have gotten territorial. Devastated but undeterred, the pair is reassessing where Scrim might fit best — maybe a secure animal sanctuary with big outdoor spaces where other dogs can keep him company. Somewhere, Murray says, “where he can just breathe and be.” ___ Brook is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Brook on the social platform X: @jack_brook96
RICHARDSON, TX / ACCESSWIRE / December 10, 2024 / Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:OPXS), a leading manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems for domestic and worldwide military and commercial applications, announced today it has been awarded a new contract for Laser Filter Units and Window Assemblies supporting Night Vision devices utilized by the U.S. Armed Forces. The order value is $2.0 million with deliveries covering March 2025 through February 2026. "The AOC team is pleased to continue our support of optical assemblies supporting various Night Vision Devices. AOC has positioned itself as a key supplier of laser protection filters and assemblies supporting the primary suppliers of Night Vision equipment to the U.S. military. We have recently added critical infrastructure to ensure we can continue to meet the growing demand for specialized laser filters and other coated optics" stated Bill Bates, General Manager of Applied Optics Center. With this new order, the current Optex backlog is in excess of $42million. ABOUT OPTEX SYSTEMS Optex, which was founded in 1987, is a Richardson, Texas based ISO 9001:2015 certified concern, which manufactures optical sighting systems and assemblies, primarily for Department of Defense (DOD) applications. Its products are installed on various types of U.S. military land vehicles, such as the Abrams and Bradley fighting vehicles, Light Armored and Armored Security Vehicles, and have been selected for installation on the Stryker family of vehicles. Optex also manufactures and delivers numerous periscope configurations, rifle and surveillance sights, and night vision optical assemblies. Optex delivers its products both directly to the military services and to prime contractors. For additional information, please visit the Company's website at www.optexsys.com . 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