Serangan pisau di sekolah Croatia mengakibatkan kematian kanak-kanak berusia 7 tahun, 6 cedera, kata polis Berita

Serangan pisau di sekolah Croatia mengakibatkan kematian kanak-kanak berusia 7 tahun, 6 cedera, kata polis

(SeaPRwire) - ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) — Seorang lelaki telah memasuki sebuah sekolah di ibu kota Croatia, Zagreb pada hari Jumaat, membunuh seorang pelajar berusia 7 tahun dan mencederakan tiga lagi kanak-kanak dan seorang guru, kata pihak berkuasa.Pihak berkuasa menyatakan serangan pisau itu berlaku pada pukul 9:50 pagi di Sekolah Rendah Precko di kawasan kejiranan yang sama namanya. Mereka menggambarkan penyerang itu sebagai lelaki berusia 19 tahun dan berkata dia telah ditahan selepas mencederakan dirinya sendiri.Mereka menyatakan seorang kanak-kanak telah meninggal dunia manakala tiga kanak-kanak dan seorang guru cedera."Penyerang itu adalah seorang lelaki berusia 19 tahun yang merupakan bekas pelajar sekolah itu dan masih tinggal berdekatan," kata Menteri Dalam Negeri Davor Bozinovic. "Akhirnya dia mula mencederakan dirinya sendiri. Polis telah menghalangnya daripada membunuh diri."Bozinovic berkata penyerang itu didaftarkan sebagai mempunyai masalah kesihatan mental sebelum ini dan telah cuba membunuh diri: "Sukar untuk mengatakan orang ini sihat mental."Rakaman video yang dikeluarkan oleh media Croatia menunjukkan kanak-kanak berlari menjauhi bangunan sekolah dan sebuah helikopter perubatan mendarat di halaman sekolah.Pihak berkuasa di Zagreb mengisytiharkan hari Sabtu sebagai hari berkabung. Presiden Zoran Milanovic berkata "tiada kata-kata yang dapat menggambarkan kesedihan atas tragedi yang dahsyat dan tidak terfikirkan yang mengejutkan kita semua hari ini." Milanovic menyeru perpaduan dan usaha untuk memastikan sekolah adalah tempat yang selamat dan tanpa was-was untuk kanak-kanak.Perdana Menteri Andrej Plenkovic berkata dalam satu sesi kerajaan bahawa beliau "terkejut" dengan serangan itu dan pihak berkuasa masih berusaha untuk menentukan dengan tepat apa yang berlaku. Plenkovic berkata beberapa kanak-kanak telah dibawa ke pelbagai hospital di Zagreb.Televisyen negeri HRT berkata penyerang itu memasuki sekolah dan terus ke kelas pertama yang dijumpainya dan menyerang kanak-kanak itu.Serangan sekolah jarang berlaku di Croatia. Mei lalu, berlaku kejadian tembakan di sebuah sekolah di ibu negara Belgrade, membunuh sembilan rakan pelajar dan seorang pengawal sekolah.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Diplomat AS di Damsyik buat kali pertama dalam lebih 10 tahun susulan kejatuhan rejim Assad
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Diplomat AS di Damsyik buat kali pertama dalam lebih 10 tahun susulan kejatuhan rejim Assad “`

(SeaPRwire) - Sekumpulan pegawai AS berada di Damsyik buat pertama kalinya dalam tempoh lebih 10 tahun bagi mendapatkan maklumat mengenai rakyat Amerika yang hilang di bawah pemerintahan Assad, antara lain.Pasukan yang melawat Damsyik terdiri daripada Utusan Khas AS bagi Hal Ehwal Tetamu Roger Carstens, Pembantu Setiausaha Negara bagi Hal Ehwal Timur Dekat (NEA) Barbara Leaf dan Penasihat Kanan NEA Daniel Rubinstein, kata jurucakap Jabatan Negara kepada Digital.Rubinstein, yang sebelum ini berkhidmat sebagai Utusan Khas AS untuk Syria dan mempunyai pengalaman hal ehwal luar negara selama beberapa dekad, akan mengetuai penglibatan diplomatik, jurucakap itu mengesahkan.Misi beliau adalah untuk melibatkan diri dengan rakyat Syria dan pihak-pihak utama di dalam negara. Beliau juga ingin menyelaras dengan sekutu untuk memajukan prinsip-prinsip yang digariskan dalam pertemuan antara pemimpin dunia di bandar Aqaba, Jordan pada awal bulan ini.Ketiga-tiga mereka akan bertemu dengan rakyat Syria untuk mendedahkan visi mereka untuk negara mereka selepas rejim Assad tumbang pada awal bulan ini di tengah-tengah perang saudara yang berterusan. Mereka juga akan bertanya bagaimana AS dapat membantu menyokong mereka dalam masa depan yang mereka inginkan."Mereka akan berinteraksi secara langsung dengan rakyat Syria, termasuk ahli masyarakat sivil, aktivis, ahli komuniti yang berbeza, dan suara-suara Syria yang lain," kata jurucakap itu, sebahagiannya.Ketiga-tiga pegawai itu juga akan bertemu dengan wakil-wakil daripada ), sebuah kumpulan pengganas yang ditetapkan oleh AS, untuk "membincangkan prinsip peralihan" yang disokong oleh Amerika Syarikat dan rakan-rakan serantau di Aqaba, Jordan, kata Jabatan Negara. sebelum ini menyatakan bahawa pemimpin dunia membincangkan "keperluan untuk peralihan politik inklusif yang diketuai oleh Syria" semasa Pertemuan Aqaba mengenai Syria di Jordan pada 14 Disember."Amerika Syarikat menyokong kerajaan masa depan di Syria yang dipilih oleh dan wakil semua rakyat Syria," kata Blinken di X.Satu lagi matlamat lawatan ini adalah untuk menentukan apa yang telah berlaku kepada rakyat Amerika yang hilang di bawah rejim Assad, termasuk bekas marin yang menjadi wartawan bebas Austin Tice, yang hilang pada tahun 2012.Carstens telah mengetuai usaha untuk mencari Tice dan baru-baru ini berkongsi bahawa Rewards for Justice menawarkan sehingga $10 juta untuk maklumat mengenai tempat persembunyiannya."Memandangkan peristiwa-peristiwa terkini di Syria, FBI memperbaharui seruan kami untuk maklumat yang boleh membawa kepada penemuan, pemulihan, dan kepulangan yang ditahan di Damsyik pada Ogos 2012," kata FBI dalam satu kenyataan.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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13 maut apabila bot laju tentera laut India melanggar feri penumpang di luar Mumbai Berita

13 maut apabila bot laju tentera laut India melanggar feri penumpang di luar Mumbai

(SeaPRwire) - Satu bot laju tentera laut India telah melanggar sebuah feri yang membawa lebih 100 orang ke destinasi pelancongan popular pada hari Rabu, mengakibatkan sekurang-kurangnya 13 kematian, kata tentera laut.Satu kenyataan tentera laut menyatakan 99 penumpang feri telah diselamatkan. Mereka dalam perjalanan ke Pulau Elephanta apabila bot laju tersebut berpusing dan bertembung dengan feri "Neelkamal."Bot laju itu sedang menjalani ujian enjin dan hilang kawalan, menurut kenyataan itu.Mangsa yang terkorban termasuk seorang anggota tentera laut dan dua lagi yang berada di atas kapal tentera laut, katanya.Pelancong-pelancong tersebut telah dikutip oleh bot tentera laut dan awam dan dipindahkan ke jeti dan hospital berdekatan, menurut kenyataan itu. Empat helikopter dan 11 kapal tentera laut telah digunakan dalam operasi menyelamat.Gua-gua Elephanta di pulau itu mempunyai kuil dan imej-imej daripada dan merupakan destinasi pelancongan popular di luar Mumbai, ibu negara kewangan dan hiburan India.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Putin kata Rusia sedia berkompromi dengan Trump berhubung perang Ukraine
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Putin kata Rusia sedia berkompromi dengan Trump berhubung perang Ukraine “`

(SeaPRwire) - Presiden Rusia berkata pada hari Khamis bahawa beliau bersedia untuk berkompromi mengenai Ukraine dalam rundingan yang mungkin dengan Presiden Amerika Syarikat yang terpilih, Donald Trump, bagi menamatkan perang dan tidak mempunyai sebarang syarat untuk memulakan rundingan dengan pihak berkuasa Ukraine.Trump, yang digelar sebagai pakar dalam mencapai perjanjian dan pengarang buku 1987, "Trump: the Art of the Deal", telah berikrar untuk menamatkan konflik dengan pantas, tetapi belum memberikan sebarang butiran tentang bagaimana beliau mungkin mencapai perkara itu.Putin, menjawab soalan dalam TV negeri semasa sesi soal jawab tahunannya dengan rakyat Rusia, memberitahu seorang wartawan dari saluran berita AS bahawa beliau bersedia untuk bertemu Trump, yang katanya beliau tidak bercakap selama bertahun-tahun.Ditanya apa yang mungkin dapat ditawarkan kepada Trump, Putin menolak dakwaan bahawa Rusia berada dalam kedudukan yang lemah, dengan menyatakan bahawa Rusia telah menjadi lebih kuat sejak beliau mengarahkan tentera memasuki Ukraine pada tahun 2022."Kami sentiasa berkata bahawa kami bersedia untuk rundingan dan kompromi," kata Putin, selepas menyatakan bahawa pasukan Rusia, yang mara di seluruh barisan hadapan, sedang bergerak ke arah mencapai matlamat utama mereka di Ukraine."Tidak lama lagi, rakyat Ukraine yang mahu berperang akan habis. Pada pendapat saya, tidak lama lagi tidak akan ada sesiapa yang mahu berperang. Kami bersedia, tetapi pihak lain perlu bersedia untuk kedua-dua rundingan dan kompromi."Reuters melaporkan bulan lepas bahawa Putin terbuka untuk berbincang dengan Trump, tetapi menolak untuk membuat sebarang konsesi wilayah yang utama dan menegaskan Kyiv meninggalkan cita-citanya untuk menyertai NATO.Putin berkata pada hari Khamis bahawa Rusia tidak mempunyai sebarang syarat untuk memulakan rundingan dengan Ukraine dan bersedia untuk berunding dengan sesiapa sahaja, termasuk Presiden Volodymyr Zelenskyy.Tetapi beliau berkata apa-apa perjanjian hanya boleh ditandatangani dengan pihak berkuasa Ukraine yang sah, yang buat masa ini dianggap oleh Kremlin hanya sebagai parlimen Ukraine.Zelenskyy, yang penggalnya sepatutnya tamat awal tahun ini tetapi telah dilanjutkan disebabkan undang-undang tentera, perlu dipilih semula untuk Moscow menganggap beliau sebagai penandatangan yang sah bagi apa-apa perjanjian untuk memastikan ia sah dari segi undang-undang, kata Putin.Putin menolak idea untuk bersetuju dengan gencatan senjata sementara dengan Kyiv, dengan menyatakan hanya perjanjian damai jangka panjang dengan Ukraine sahaja yang mencukupi.Sebarang rundingan perlu mengambil sebagai titik permulaannya satu perjanjian awal yang dicapai antara rundingan Rusia dan Ukraine pada minggu-minggu awal perang dalam rundingan di Istanbul, yang tidak pernah dilaksanakan, tambahnya.Sesetengah ahli politik Ukraine menganggap draf perjanjian itu sebagai menyerah kalah yang akan melemahkan cita-cita ketenteraan dan politik Ukraine.Serangan Rusia ke atas Ukraine pada tahun 2022 telah menyebabkan puluhan ribu kematian, berjuta-juta kehilangan tempat tinggal dan mencetuskan krisis terbesar dalam hubungan antara Moscow dan Barat sejak Krisis Peluru Berpandu Cuba 1962.Rusia, yang menganggap konflik itu sebagai operasi ketenteraan khas pertahanan yang direka untuk menghentikan ancaman berbahaya ke timur, mengawal kira-kira satu perlima Ukraine dan telah mengambil beberapa ribu kilometer persegi wilayah tahun ini.Bertekad untuk menggabungkan empat wilayah Ukraine ke dalam Rusia, pasukan Moscow telah mengambil kampung demi kampung di timur dan kini mengancam bandar-bandar yang strategik seperti Pokrovsk, hab jalan raya dan kereta api utama.Putin berkata pertempuran itu kompleks, jadi ia "sukar dan tidak bermakna untuk meneka apa yang akan berlaku... (tetapi) kami bergerak, seperti yang anda katakan, ke arah menyelesaikan tugas utama kami, yang kami gariskan pada awal operasi ketenteraan khas."Membincangkan kehadiran berterusan pasukan Ukraine di , Putin berkata tentera Kyiv akan dipaksa keluar, tetapi enggan menyatakan bila tepatnya perkara itu akan berlaku.Perang telah mengubah ekonomi Rusia dan Putin berkata ia menunjukkan tanda-tanda terlalu panas yang menyebabkan inflasi yang sangat tinggi. Tetapi beliau berkata pertumbuhan adalah lebih tinggi daripada banyak ekonomi lain seperti Britain.Ditanya sama ada beliau akan melakukan sesuatu yang berbeza, beliau berkata beliau sepatutnya menghantar tentera ke Ukraine lebih awal daripada tahun 2022 dan bahawa Rusia sepatutnya lebih bersedia untuk konflik tersebut.Ditanya oleh seorang wartawan BBC sama ada beliau telah menjaga Rusia, sesuatu yang Boris Yeltsin telah memintanya untuk lakukan sebelum menyerahkan jawatan presiden pada akhir tahun 1999, Putin berkata beliau telah melakukannya."Kami telah bergerak kembali dari jurang," kata Putin."Saya telah melakukan segala-galanya untuk memastikan bahawa Rusia adalah kuasa yang bebas dan berdaulat yang mampu membuat keputusan demi kepentingannya sendiri."Rusia, kata Putin, telah membuat cadangan kepada pemerintah baru Syria mengenai pangkalan tentera Rusia di sana. Beliau berkata kebanyakan orang yang dihubungi Moscow mengenai isu itu menyokongnya kekal.Rusia perlu memikirkan sama ada pangkalan itu patut kekal atau tidak, tambahnya, tetapi khabar angin tentang kematian adalah keterlaluan.Putin mempromosikan apa yang katanya adalah kekebalan peluru berpandu hipersonik "Oreshnik" yang telah diuji oleh Rusia di sebuah kilang tentera Ukraine, dengan menyatakan beliau bersedia untuk menganjurkan pelancaran lain di Ukraine dan melihat sama ada sistem pertahanan udara Barat dapat menembaknya jatuh.Di Brussels, Zelenskyy menangani cadangan peluru berpandu Putin semasa sidang akhbar pada mesyuarat Majlis Eropah, sambil berkata mengenai Putin, "Adakah anda fikir dia seorang yang waras?"Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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VAP Group’s Global AI Show Explores the Future of AI with Over 3,000 Participants ACN Newswire

VAP Group’s Global AI Show Explores the Future of AI with Over 3,000 Participants

DUBAI, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The second edition of the Global AI Show, organized by Web3 and AI consulting giant VAP Group and powered by a leading media network Times of AI, wrapped up on a high note at the Grand Hyatt Exhibition Centre, Dubai on December 12 and 13, 2024.Held under the official support of the United Arab Emirates Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office and with the Cyber Security Council as its strategic partner, the event was a resounding success, bringing together over 3,000 in-person attendees and about 110,000 online participants from across the globe.With the theme, ‘AI 2057: Accelerating Intelligent Futures,’ the show witnessed thought-provoking discussions and groundbreaking announcements from C-suite executives, government leaders, and industry pioneers. These luminaries shared their insights on how AI is shaping industries and revolutionizing economies worldwide.A keynote session by Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman & CEO, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre highlighted how AI and virtual economies are shaping commerce in the Metaverse, while Pujya Brahmavihari Swami, Spiritual leader, BAPS led the headliner on sacred intelligence and aligning AI with universal values for the greater good. The headliner panel discussion on ‘Your new Chief AI Officer’ was a special feature at the Global AI Show, consisting of prominent industry experts such as H. E. Mubaraka Ibrahim, CEO-AI, Emirates Health Services; Lt. Col. Dr. Essa Al Mutawa, Chief AI Officer, Dubai Civil Defence H.Q.; Dr. Marwan Alzarouni, CEO - AI, Dubai Economy and Tourism; Abdullah Al Jaziri, Chief AI Officer, DEWA; and Awadh Almur, Chief AI Officer, Federal Authority of Nuclear Regulation, along with the moderator Loubo Siois, Executive Producer & Host, The Dubai Talk Show.Other government officials and C-level executives that were present at the event and provided in-depth insights included H.E Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security, United Arab Emirates Government, UAE; Honorable Nate Glubish, Minister of Technology and Innovation, Government of Alberta, Canada; Ilaria Buonpane, Director of Customer Experience, Talabat; Dr. Hakim Hacid, Executive Director & Chief Researcher, TII - Technology Innovation Institute; Kevin Ferguson, Senior Systems Technical Advisor, Center of Excellence & Development (CoE), UAE Armed Forces; Dr. Noah Rafford, Futurist-in-Chief, Dubai Future Foundation; and many more."The Global AI Show 2024 brought together an unparalleled gathering of minds to address the opportunities and challenges of an AI-powered future. It was a privilege to witness ideas that will shape the next decades unfold on our stage,” said Vishal Parmar, Founder and CEO of VAP Group, reflecting on the event’s impact.Over 20 side events were a part of Dubai AI Week, such as EmpowHER: Women in AI and AI Capital Connect, that brought together distinguished experts and leading professionals from the AI industry, fostering meaningful discussions and knowledge exchange.PulseAI, by the Global AI Show, focused on the transformative power of AI in healthcare, where C-suite stakeholders in healthcare, including Saqr Alhemeiri, Chief Innovation Officer, Ministry of Health and Prevention - UAE, and Veneeth Purushothaman, Group Chief Information Officer, Aster DM Healthcare, discussed powerful use cases from around the globe on the safe, effective and democratic adoption of AI. While SurgeXL enabled startups to connect with the top 1% of VCs, angel investors, and sovereign wealth funds through exhilarating pitch competitions and AI-driven matchmaking, an official awards ceremony took place on December 13 to honor the visionaries and trailblazers in AI. The Global AI Show, sponsored by Airia, Salesforce, Wand, Saal, Seez, Multiverse Computing, Exotel, among others, concluded with an afterparty at the Soho Garden Meydan in Dubai. For those who couldn’t attend, highlights are available at www.globalaishow.com. Stay tuned for announcements on the next edition!About VAP GroupVAP Group, established in 2013, is a Blockchain and AI consulting giant as well as a leading force in Web3 and AI solutions, offering services in PR, advertising, recruitment, content development events and media management. Flagship events organized by VAP Group include the world-renowned Global Blockchain Show, Global Games Show and Global AI Show. VAP Group drives innovation through strategic PR and influencer marketing, bounty campaigns, and global events that showcase the brightest minds in the transformative fields of Web3, AI and Gaming.For media enquiries, exclusive interviews, or press passes, please reach out to: media@globalaishow.com. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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n-hop technologies Limited and OneAsia Network Limited Partner to Revolutionize Data Transfer and Networking Solutions ACN Newswire

n-hop technologies Limited and OneAsia Network Limited Partner to Revolutionize Data Transfer and Networking Solutions

HONG KONG, Dec 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - n-hop technologies Limited, a leader in telecommunications and computer networking innovations, and OneAsia Network Limited (OneAsia), the AI factory enabler with data centres across APAC, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on pioneering large data transfer solutions and AI Data Centre networking technologies.This partnership establishes a strategic framework to integrate n-hop's advanced BATS protocol technology into OneAsia's operations. The collaboration aims to enhance data transmission reliability and optimize network performance across a wide range of applications. By leveraging the BATS technology, the two companies intend to develop robust solutions that boost data flow efficiency and responsiveness.Invented by Professor Raymond Yeung of The Chinese University of Hong Kong and his collaborators, the BATS protocol is a groundbreaking & communication technology that has earned international recognition from IEEE and Exhibitions of Inventions (Geneva). It can greatly increase throughput and decrease latency of a communication network. Moreover, it can ensure smooth data transfer even under a high traffic environment.Key Initiatives under the MOU:1/Proof of Concept (POC) for Large Data Transfer: A trial to prove the BATS protocol's efficiency in transferring large data files between Hong Kong and other cities in Asia. This initiative will focus on improving reliability, performance, security, and bandwidth utilization. It will cover data-centre to data-centre, hybrid cloud set-up, edge datacentres to data-centre and many more.2/SD-WAN Deployment Trials: The integration of the BATS technology into OneAsia's SD-WAN offerings will be explored to strengthen its market competitiveness and business value proposition.3/High-Speed Networking for AI Data Centres: n-hop will develop a BATS protocol chipset tailored for AI data centre networking. OneAsia will provide technical input to ensure that the solution can meet the ultra-high-speed requirements.Both companies will also assess commercial models for integrating and licensing the BATS technology within OneAsia’s business framework.Stephen Ho, Co-Founder and CEO of n-hop technologies Limited, stated, “This partnership is a pivotal step toward enhancing data transfer capabilities, especially as AI-generated data volumes continue to grow. By combining our innovative BATS protocol with OneAsia’s extensive infrastructure, we aim to redefine data delivery standards and network efficiency.”Charles Lee, Founder and CEO of OneAsia, added, “We are thrilled to join forces with n-hop technologies to enhance our AI connectivity offerings. OneAsia has demonstrated proven expertise in end-to-end AI infrastructure deployment, and we are confident that integrating the BATS technology into our portfolio will accelerate large data transfers and bolster the AI ecosystem within and beyond Hong Kong.”For media inquiries or more information, please contact: Ms. Venie Lo, n-hop representative, venie.lo@n-hop.comMs. Sharon Chiang, Head of Marketing, sharonchiang@legangroup.comAbout n-hop technologies Limited n-hop technologies is dedicated to designing, implementing, and selling cutting-edge software solutions for the telecommunications and computer networking industry.About OneAsia Network Limited Established in 2009, nowadays OneAsia is a leading AI factory enabler offering a full range of infrastructure & management, neutral network & storage, GPU cloud, AI applications and AIDC colocation. The Company operates top-tier rated AI-ready data centres across Asia, including Greater China, Thailand, Japan and South Korea. The company has been involved in projects like designing and building supercomputing centres, liquid cooling systems, AIOps & MLOps for AI deployment & training. For more information, please visit www.oneas1a.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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AEON Credit Revenue Up 9.4% to HK$1,304.6 Million for First Nine Months of FY2024/25 ACN Newswire

AEON Credit Revenue Up 9.4% to HK$1,304.6 Million for First Nine Months of FY2024/25

HONG KONG, Dec 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited (“AEON Credit” or the “Group”; Stock Code: 00900) today announced its results for the nine months ended 30 November 2024 (the “first nine months of FY2024/25” or the “Reporting Period”).During the Reporting Period, the Group’s revenue increased by 9.4% to HK$1,304.6 million compared with the same period last year (the “first nine months of FY2023/24” or the “Previous Period”) and operating profit rose by 11.3% to HK$648.4 million. The Group’s interest income increased by 10.0% to HK$1,105.5 million for the Reporting Period. Meanwhile, profit after tax for the Reporting Period amounted to HK$275.3 million (Previous Period: HK$282.3 million), with earnings per share of 65.74 HK cents (Previous Period: 67.40 HK cents).Given the slower than anticipated market recovery, the Group adopted a more prudent approach during the Reporting Period, prioritising stable growth in both sales and receivables. This strategy focused on building a high-quality portfolio designed to deliver income, growth and resilience. The Group’s marketing strategy for the third quarter focused on targeted and popular promotions to attract customers and drive sales growth both domestically and internationally. Proactive marketing initiatives contributed to a 9.2% increase in the Group’s overall sales for the first nine months of FY2024/25 compared with the same period last year, with gross advances and receivables also increasing by 5.7% from the end of February 2024.In parallel with the efforts to drive stable business growth, a new credit card design embodying the Group’s commitment to innovation and sustainability was launched in September 2024 to offer customers a more convenient and premium payment experience. The redesigned card incorporates features that address the growing adoption of contactless payments and uses recycled plastics, underscoring the Company’s dedication to integrating sustainability practices throughout its operations.In terms of technology development, following the upgrade of its credit application processing platform, virtual credit card functionality was launched within the “AEON HK” mobile application (the “Mobile App”). This feature enables customers to make purchases immediately upon card approval and activation, eliminating waiting time and the need to visit a branch.Looking ahead, the Group will prioritise sales and receivables growth through overseas and online spending, while refining credit assessment and control methods to maintain a sustainable asset quality portfolio and expedite decision-making processes. Marketing efforts will leverage mass promotions and targeted broadcast channels to increase market penetration and expand market share, particularly among the younger demographic. These efforts will include gamification and incentive programmes to stimulate consumer spending. The launch of new and advanced mobile payment products and a self-service branch concept will further enhance the customer experience and maintain a competitive edge.Mr Wei Aiguo, Managing Director of AEON Credit, said, “Despite the moderation in Hong Kong’s economic recovery momentum, we are pleased to have delivered a continued growth in sales and receivables in the first nine months of FY2024. We remain committed to providing exceptional credit card services that meet evolving customer needs and plan to expand our customer base by offering innovative and customised products. With our adaptability, strong liquidity, robust balance sheet, and proven management expertise, the Group is well-equipped to capitalise on the significant opportunities presented by the growing consumer finance market. These efforts will enable us to achieve sustainable growth and deliver greater value to our shareholders.”About AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited (Stock Code: 00900)AEON Credit Service (Asia) Company Limited, a subsidiary of AEON Financial Service Co., Ltd. (TSE: 8570) and a member of the AEON Group, was set up in 1987 and listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited in 1995. The Group is principally engaged in the consumer finance business, which includes the issuance of credit cards and the provision of personal loan financing, card payment processing services, insurance agency and brokerage business in Hong Kong and microfinance business in Mainland China.For more information, please visit the company’s website at www.aeon.com.hk. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Global Humanitarian Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to Give Keynote Address at United Nations World Meditation Day, Followed by Live Global Meditation ACN Newswire

Global Humanitarian Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to Give Keynote Address at United Nations World Meditation Day, Followed by Live Global Meditation

Millions to join “World Meditates with Gurudev” on December 21, 9:30 AM EST / 2:30 GMT / 10:30 PM SGTArt of Living Foundation (AOLF) Singapore to host a series of special programmes for collective meditation in celebration of World Meditation DaySINGAPORE, Dec 19, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - With the UN General Assembly (UNGA) declaring December 21 as the World Meditation Day, renowned mental wellbeing expert and global peace ambassador Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, will guide a live World Meditation on Saturday, December 21. This historic event establishes an annual global celebration of meditation, recognising its transformative benefits for mental and physical health, as well as its power to foster peace and unity.The commemorative event at the United Nations will feature a keynote address by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. This momentous occasion, themed “Meditation for Global Peace and Harmony,” would mark the First World Meditation Day.“The recognition of meditation by the United Nations is a profound step forward," said Gurudev. "Meditation nurtures the soul, calms the mind, and offers a solution to modern challenges.” He added.Key Highlights:Keynote Address by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in the United Nations: Renowned for his pioneering efforts in stress relief and conflict resolution, Gurudev will address global dignitaries, including senior UN leaders, diplomats, and international representatives, underscoring meditation’s critical role in fostering peace and unity.Global Livestream Event: On December 21, Gurudev will host a worldwide livestream, uniting millions in meditation to mark the Winter Solstice—an auspicious time for reflection and renewal.What: “World Meditates with Gurudev”When: Sat, December 21, 2024 at 9:30am EST / 2:30pm GMT / 10:30pm SGTWhere: aolf.me/world-meditation-dayWhy World Meditation Day MattersThe unanimous adoption of World Meditation Day by the UN General Assembly is a bold acknowledgment of meditation’s capacity to address the challenges of modern life—from rising stress and violence to the erosion of trust and connection in society. Gurudev, who has dedicated 43 years to spreading the benefits of meditation across 180 countries, believes it is the most effective tool to cultivate mental clarity, emotional resilience, and societal harmony.From geopolitical conflicts to personal crises, the practice of meditation offers a universal solution that transcends boundaries of nationality, culture, and belief. By integrating inner peace with outer action, meditation becomes a cornerstone for global peace-building efforts.Singapore Events:The milestone event comes as the Art of Living Foundation (AOLF) continues its impactful work in mental wellbeing and community engagement. Recently, Art of Living Singapore achieved a Singapore National Record for the largest mass yogic breathing exercise at the SafePod Recharge event and has been a key partner in Queenstown’s Safe Pod Recharge initiative, promoting holistic community wellbeing. The Foundation’s decades of evidence-based mental health programmes, including the renowned Sudarshan Kriya technique, have touched over 500 million lives worldwide, reaffirming its commitment to fostering peace and well-being globally.In honour of the historic UN World Meditation Day event, Art of Living Singapore is hosting a series of special programmes to unite communities in collective meditation and celebration.On Thursday, 19th December, meditation enthusiasts can visit the Art of Living Centre at 433 Race Course Road, Singapore 218679, for an evening of heartwarming music, meditation, and vibrant community spirit. The programme begins with Satsang at 7:00 PM, followed by Meditation at 7:40 PM.On Saturday, 21st December, there are two exciting events to participate in.An on-site meditation session at the Art of Living Centre at 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM; registration can be done at https://www.artofliving.sg/booking-calendar/world-meditation-day-special Meditation enthusiasts can be part of a global audience as the Art of Living community comes together to meditate live with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar from the United Nations Headquarters. Registration can be done here: https://www.artofliving.sg/world-meditates-with-gurudevAbout Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi ShankarGurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is a global humanitarian, spiritual leader, and peace envoy. He has helped millions of people worldwide find peace and resilience in the face of adversity, learning not only how to excel in their own lives, but also how to become powerful agents for social change.Gurudev is a keynote speaker at global forums including United Nations, UNESCO and World Economic Forum. At the European Parliament Think Tank conference in June 2023, he emphasised the urgency for governments to address global mental health issues, “Mental health is one of the greatest challenges the world is facing today. Whether it is in developing or developed countries, in war or peace zones, it is an issue that affects the entire world”. Referencing the World Health Organisation’s World Health Report 2022 findings of “one in every three individuals in the world suffering from anxiety and depression”, he highlighted mental health and loneliness as the “silent epidemics”.Gurudev has created trauma-relief and meditation programmes for at-risk youth, war veterans, prisoners and survivors of disaster. He has also created numerous educational and self-development programmes and tools that facilitate the elimination of stress and foster deep and profound inner peace, happiness and well-being for individuals.Standing for the Gandhian principles of non-violence, Gurudev has mediated and progressed negotiations for peace in conflict-stricken areas such as Sri Lanka, Iraq, Venezuela, and Colombia, where he is credited for playing a central role in ending the violent 52-year conflict between FARC and the Colombian government. He has received 57 governmental awards, including highest civilian awards from several nations. Twenty-seven universities have awarded him with honorary doctorates for his peace-keeping and humanitarian efforts.About Art of Living FoundationOperating in 180 countries, The Art of Living Foundation (AOLF) is a non-profit, educational and humanitarian organization founded in 1981 by the renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. All of AOLF’s programmes are inspired by Gurudev’s philosophy of creating world peace through a stress-free and violence-free society. AOLF has touched over 800 million lives through numerous educational and self-development programmes and tools that facilitate the elimination of stress and foster deep and profound inner peace, happiness and well-being for individuals.Media contact:ShrutiBloomingdale Public Relationsshruti@bloomingdalepr.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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The 25th World LNG Summit & Awards will take place on 2-5 December 2025 in Istanbul, Turkiye ACN Newswire

The 25th World LNG Summit & Awards will take place on 2-5 December 2025 in Istanbul, Turkiye

ISTANBUL, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The World LNG Summit & Awards is the meeting place for senior leaders in the global LNG, gas and renewable fuels industry. Each year, leaders from across the value chain convene to share strategic insights on geopolitics, energy security, economic stability, and decarbonisation commitments.Stefan Wenzel, Parliamentary State Secretary, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Germany Opening SpeechThe 24th World LNG Summit & Awards welcomed 900 attendees, including 200 senior speakers, and over 500 companies from 50 countries on 9-12 December 2024 in Berlin, Germany. Discussions centred on the challenge of achieving a balance between energy security and decarbonisation. The World LNG Summit & Awards 2024 featured the World LNG Summit, the World LNG Awards, as well as two new features: World Renewable Fuels Conference, and the Leadership Roundtable Programme.Participants agreed on the need for urgent action to reduce the greenhouse gas intensity of the global energy system whilst maintaining energy security for consumers. As the world moves towards net zero carbon, LNG must remain affordable, reliable and less emissions-intensive, in the face of soaring international energy demand and geopolitical disruption.The World LNG Awards recognised outstanding performance in the industry. Congratulations to this year’s winners:World LNG Award for Outstanding Contribution: Deutsche Energy Terminal (DET)World Energy Transition Award: SEA-LNGWorld LNG Shipping Award: Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.World LNG Executive Award: Jonty ShepardWorld LNG Lifetime Achievement Award: Dr Patricia RobertsConfirmed speakers included:Hon. Stefan Wenzel, Parliamentary State Secretary, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate ActionDr. Egbert Laege, CEO, SEFE Anatol Feygin, EVP & CCO, CheniereRashid Al Mazrouei, SVP – Marketing, ADNOC GasAlan Heng, Group CEO, Pavilion EnergyMaria Rita Galli, CEO, DESFAAtsunori Takeuchi, Executive Officer, Senior General Manager of Global Business Planning Dept. Tokyo Gas Co., Ltd.Tom Summers, SVP Shell LNG Marketing and Trading, ShellJerome Milongo, VP of Global LNG Trading and Origination, bpJavier Moret, Global Head of LNG, RWENarin Phoawanich, Deputy Governor - Fuel, EGATSteve Hill, EVP - Gas & LNG, MercuriaJane Liao, Vice President, CPC TaiwanMithat Aydin, Deputy Managing Director, BOTASJean-Baptiste Choimet, CEO, GTT GroupElio Ruggeri, Executive Director LNG Terminals and Shipping, SnamFrédéricBarnaud, Chief Commercial Officer, SEFE Securing Energy for EuropePaul Marsden, President, Bechtel EnergyEsther Navarro Morente, International LNG Director, NaturgyRalf Dickgreber, Head of Global LNG & Biomass, EngiePeter Röttgen, Managing Director, Deutsche Energy Terminal GmbHJerry Kalogiratos, CEO, Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp.Hugo Wang, CEO, Beijing Gas Singapore Pte LtdAlfredo Chamat, General Manager, Calamari LNGSuryan Wirya-Simunovic, Managing Director - Energy Europe, Americas and AfricaChief Commercial Officer - Europe Africa Regional Business, MOLBud Darr, EVP Maritime Policy & Government Affairs, MSCTom Strang, Senior Vice President, Maritime Affairs, Carnival Corporation & plcMatthias Obert, Executive Director Trading, EnBWWenlong Lu, Market Department Manager, LNG Terminal Management, PipeChinaMasataka Yarita, Director, Energy Research Division & Head of Methane Management Taskforce, JOGMECSponsors of the Summit include Cheniere, Venture Global LNG, Commonwealth LNG, NLNG, ADNOC Gas, GTT, Deutsche ReGas, EnBW, RWE, SEFE, Uniper, American Gas Partners, Baker Botts, Bechtel, BRG Energy & Climate, Cedar LNG, Dragon LNG, German LNG Terminal, Lloyd's Register, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Poten & Partners, Sempra Infrastructure, Snam, and Woodside Energy. Knowledge partner is Wood Mackenzie. Sponsors of the World Renewable Fuels Conference include MadoquaPower2X, RWE and TURN2X.About the World LNG Summit & Awards 2025The 25th edition of the Summit will take place on 2-5 December 2025 in Istanbul, Türkiye. Register your interest for 2025, here.About dmg eventsHeadquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates since 1989, with offices in Canada, Egypt, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and the United Kingdom, dmg events is an international exhibitions, conference and intelligence company, attracting more than 1 million attendees to a portfolio of over 80 events each year. This global portfolio works closely with key stakeholders across the industry to facilitate pragmatic dialogue, serving as platforms for the latest discussions at the forefront of change. For more information visit www.dmgevents.com. 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Hong Kong Vocational Education Service in Joint Construction of the  ‘Belt and Road’ Vocational Education Symposium ACN Newswire

Hong Kong Vocational Education Service in Joint Construction of the ‘Belt and Road’ Vocational Education Symposium

HONG KONG, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The leaders of National Association of Vocational Education of China visited Hong Kong, jointly sponsored by The Chinese Occupational Education Association of Hong Kong and co-sponsored by the Hong Kong Metropolitan University, organized Hong Kong Vocational Education Service in Joint Construction of the “Belt and Road" Vocational Education Symposium. It was held at the International Conference Center on the 12th floor of the Jockey Club Institute of Healthcare of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University on December 17, 2024. Mr. Feng Dajun, Deputy Director General of National Association of Vocational Education of China, and Wu Cheng, Deputy Director of Education and Science of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, attended the meeting.From Left: Professor Li Wai Chi, Mr. Cheung Kin Chung,Professor Zhao Pengfei,Dr. Wong Yau Kar, Madam Wong Wai Ching,Professor Wong Yuk Shan, Dr. Liu YungChau, Mr. Feng Dajun, Madam Wu Cheng,Dr. Liu Yi Man, Professor ReggieKwan Ching Ping, Mr. Yiu Pak Leung,Madam Huang Zhaoxia, Mr. David Leung Yiu FaiThis symposium can be said to have a strong lineup of guests, with over 60 participants from various sectors including politics, business, and education. In addition to Dr. Liu Yung Chau, Honorary Chairman of the Council of the COEAHK, Professor Wong Yuk Shan, Chairman of the Council, Dr. Wong Yau Kar, Dr. Liu Yi Man, Vice Chairmen, and all other directors attending. Madam Wu Cheng, Deputy Director of Education and Science of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region also attended.From Left: Dr. Liu Yi Man, Madam Gladys Yam Ying Sim, Mr. Lam Chun Sing , Mr. Wong Kam Leung , Mr. Yiu Pak Leung, Dr. Wong Yau Kar,Madam Wong Wai Ching,Dr. Liu Yung Chau, Professor Wong Yuk Shan,Madam Wu Cheng, Mr. Tai ChakTong, Mr. Feng Dajun, Professor Zhao Pengfei,Madam Huang Zhaoxia, Madam LiMin, Professor Reggie Kwan Ching Ping,Mr. Tsui Hoi ShanThe meeting is divided into two parts. The first part is the keynote speech, and the second part is the symposium. From macro level to micro level, the government's policy is to jointly construct the "Belt and Road" and promote vocational education to overseas, and then how to implement the "apprenticeship system". Vocational education in Hong Kong is promoted by the government, enterprises, and schools, and the integration of industry and education, as well as school enterprise cooperation, are relatively international and market-oriented.The first part is the keynote speech, delivered by Mr. Feng Dajun, Deputy Director General of the National Association of Vocational Education of China, on the topic of "Strengthening Exchange and Cooperation, Jointly Promoting Vocational Education Going Overseas". Dr. Wong Yau Kar, Vice Chairman of the COEAHK, delivered a keynote speech on the theme of "Advantages and Challenges of Hong Kong Vocational Education's Participation in the Joint Construction of the “Belt and Road". Dr. Zhao Pengfei, former president of Guangdong Construction Vocational and Technical College, gave a keynote speech on the topic of "Practice and Prospects of Chinese Characteristics Apprenticeship System under the Background of Industry Education Integration".The second part is a guest speech, delivered by Dr. Liu Yi Man, Vice Chairman of the COEAHK, Mr. David Leung Yiu Fai, Chief Consultant of the MTR Academy, Professor Li Wai Chi, Vice President of HKCT Institute of Higher Education, and Mr. Chris Cheung Kin Chung, President of the CLP Power Academy.in his opening remarks, reflected on the history of the China Vocational Education Society and pointed out the significant contributions of the Hong Kong Vocational Training Council since its establishment in enhancing vocational education.Professor Wong Yuk Shan, in his opening remarks, stated that the National Association of Vocational Education of China was founded on May 6, 1917 in Shanghai by 48 renowned figures in the education and business sectors, including Huang Yanpei, Cai Yuanpei, and Liang Qichao. As for our COEAHK, it was officially established on January 12, 2024, at the age of less than one. It was founded under the initiative and strong support of Dr. Liu Yung Chau. COEAHK is committed to promoting and improving vocational education in Hong Kong, exploring and exchanging theories and practices of vocational education, promoting the spirit of craftsmanship, and facilitating the development of vocational education in Hong Kong and other cities in the Guangdong Hong Kong Macao Greater Bay Area. It aims to cultivate talents for innovation, modern industry, and service industries in the region.The guest lineup at the symposium was impressive, featuring around 60 representatives from various sectors,including politics, business, and educationDeputy Director General Feng Dajun said that in September and October 2013, President Xi Jinping proposed the cooperation initiatives of the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road respectively. By the end of June 2023, China has signed more than 230 cooperation documents on jointly building the "Belt and Road" with more than 150 countries and more than 30 international organizations. At present, China has launched "Chinese+Vocational Education" characteristic projects in more than 40 countries and regions, and more than 400 vocational colleges in mainland China and foreign educational institutions have cooperated in running schools. The number of full-time students studying in China has reached 17000. China's vocational education has established stable connections with over 70 countries and organizations. In the process of exchange, vocational colleges in the mainland and universities in Europe, Africa, Thailand and other countries along the Belt and Road have carried out vocational education projects. National Association of Vocational Education of China has always played an important role in promoting the Belt and Road Initiative. Hong Kong's vocational education has a flexible education and training mechanism, an open market school running mode, and an international talent training orientation. It has prominent regional advantages in the international exchange and cooperation of vocational education along the “Belt and Road”.Mr. Feng Dajun, Deputy Director General of National Association of Vocational Education of ChinaDr. Wong Yau Kar stated that from the 1980s to 2019, vocational colleges have trained over 900,000 graduates from various industries in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong SAR government has established a dedicated department to promote the development of vocational education. The Vocational Training Council (VTC) was established in 1982. The government is also vigorously promoting the establishment of the "University of Applied Sciences"(UAS), and the Metropolitan University of Hong Kong has become a UAS. The characteristic of vocational education in Hong Kong is its high degree of internationalization, and the use of English is the key to international integration. It is suggested that the development of vocational education should be based on future needs, the integration of industry and education, school enterprise cooperation, and the construction of a connected education system from middle school to university and even master's degree.Professor Zhao Pengfei stated that apprenticeship is the best way to achieve industry education integration and school enterprise cooperation. The Chinese government policy requires all regions to actively carry out modern apprenticeship pilot programs through school enterprise joint enrollment and training. The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security both support the apprenticeship system. There are more than 1000 pilot projects for modern apprenticeship system in China, with 2480 cooperative enterprises, benefiting more than 100000 students (apprentices). The pilot project for new apprenticeship system in enterprises has trained more than 20000 employees, with a clear requirement to train 1 million new apprentices from 2019 to 2021. The important achievements of modern apprenticeship system pilot are government policies, industry standards, and school enterprise models. Modern apprenticeship system is a "dual education", "dual identity", "work study alternation", and "job training". It refers to “school+enterprise”, “student+apprenticeship”, “learning+work”, and “education+training” respectively. The development of apprenticeship system vertically connects the primary, middle, and high-level apprenticeship systems, and horizontally connects them to the integration of general education and vocational education.Dr. Liu Yi Man said that Hong Kong acted as a super connector to promote the high-quality development of the "Belt and Road" vocational education. Promote China's vocational education to go overseas and help build an education powerhouse, with Hong Kong as the first stop, serving as a super connector for "going out " and "bringing in". Especially in the field of internationalization and artificial intelligence, it is very important. In the future, our country's vocational education will have great potential in international talent joint training, collaborative development of curriculum standards, and the clustering effect of overseas education. The continuous evolution of artificial intelligence technology has brought tremendous changes to the production models of various industries.Mr. David Leung Yiu Fai said that MTR Academy was established in 2016 to cooperate with the national the Belt and Road Initiative. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MTR Corporation and one of the earliest corporate colleges in Hong Kong. Our vision is to become a recognized center for railway management and technical education and research in the railway industry in Hong Kong, mainland China, and overseas. Through the MTR Academy, there are also master's programs in rail transit, joint courses with overseas universities, and community participation. Currently developing consulting services for the Middle East market.Professor Li Wai Chi said that the last era was the Internet+ era. The next era is the era of Al, make good use of Al, comprehensively popularize artificial intelligence knowledge, and improve students' artificial intelligence literacy. Relying on the platform of vocational colleges, we can use Unicom x financing to implement the policies and measures of different government departments on strengthening science and technology, education and talent. Colleges and enterprises in the two places can rely on the country and enterprises to jointly build the Belt and Road development and provide formal vocational skills training according to their human needs at different stages of development. Colleges and relevant administrative departments in both regions will jointly develop and construct an international vocational education and qualification system with Chinese characteristics.President Chris Cheung Kin Chung of CLP Power Academy stated that the title is "Power to Move Upward". The institute is not only studying for colleagues at the CLP Power, but can also be read to public, all students are part-time students. There are currently multiple courses, QF architecture, jointly offered with universities. Due to the fact that CLP Power is the most professional in the enterprise/industry, but not the most specialized in teaching, it is best to cooperate with universities to provide scenes for students to understand operations. Collaboration with VTC, some transitional courses, these courses form an ecosystem. Entering the mechanical and electrical industry, seeking opportunities to move upstream is to obtain a diploma (educational background). In addition to the diploma, there is also an exemption from the electrician license (industry qualification), which creates an ecological environment. Partners include the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications, and the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers.Dr. Liu Yung Chau expressed his gratitude during his closing remarks at the symposium. 2024 is the most important year in the development of the COEAHK. The inauguration ceremony was taking place on 12 January 2024. Both governments attach great importance to it, and Chief Secretary for Administration of HKSAR Mr. Chan Kwok-ki, Dr. Choi Yuk-lin, Secretary for Education, and Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, all attended. The leaders of the National Association of Vocational Education of China visited Hong Kong this time, with the theme of the forum, "Building the Belt and Road through Hong Kong's Vocational Education Services," reflect a commitment to the strategic importance of vocational education in the Belt and Road Initiative. The first three speakers including Deputy Director General Feng Dajun, Dr. Wong Yau Kar, and Professor Zhao Pengfei giving keynote speeches from the three dimensions of "Vocational Education Going overseas", "Vocational Education Jointly Building the the Belt and Road" and "Integration of Industry and Education". Mr. David Leung Yiu Fai, Professor Li Wai Chi, President Chris Cheung Kin Chung and Dr. Liu Yi Man participated in the symposium to promote vocational education in Hong Kong and participate in the national strategy of the Belt and Road from the perspective of enterprises and educational institutions.Group Photo: From Left Dr. Wong Yu Kar, Madam Wang Wai Ching, ProfessorWong Yuk Shan, Dr. Liu Yung Chau, Mr. Feng Dajun, Madam Wu Cheng,Dr. Liu YiMan, Professor Reggie Kwan Ching Ping Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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TechGALA 2025 – Aichi’s First International Startup Conference ACN Newswire

TechGALA 2025 – Aichi’s First International Startup Conference

Nagoya, Japan, Dec 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TechGALA, Nagoya's first major startup event, is fast approaching! From February 4-6 2025, TechGALA will open its doors to share Nagoya's business culture of innovation within a system with the world. Read on for more information about this exciting event!TechGALA will be based mainly out of Chunichi Hall and Conference Center, but events will be held at several other locations around the Sakae and Tsurumai neighborhoods - including Nagoya Innovator's Garage and the new STATION Ai campus. Check out the map below for more details:Almost a hundred speakers will be in attendance, including Professor Emori Seita from Tokyo University's Institute for Future Initiatives, Futurist Peter Swain, Chief Sustainability Officer at Toyota Motor Corporation Yumi Otsuka, and artist/writer/non-architect/drag queen Vivienne Sato.In addition to speakers from the business and academic world, representatives from major corporations and financial institutions will be in attendance as sponsors. Toyota Connected Corporation, Mitsubishi UFJ Ltd, Google Cloud, and JR Central are just some of the august names in attendance.All of our speakers, ambassadors, and representatives from the corporate world bring their own experience and expertise to the unique conditions of Nagoya and the rest of Japan. In the words of Jett Glozier from Sound Diplomacy: "I am excited to be speaking at TechGALA in Nagoya, where I will moderate a panel called ‘Will the cities of the future become utopias or dystopias?' Drawing on my experience in music, culture, city policy, and urban regeneration with Sound Diplomacy, I look forward to exploring how these elements can shape sustainable and inclusive urban landscapes. I am particularly eager to learn how these ideas might apply to the unique challenges facing Japanese cities."But speakers are not the only thing on the cards for TechGALA - we will also be hosting a slew of events over the jam-packed two days. The afternoon of February 5th sees Chunichi Hall hosting the TechGALA Global Startup Showcase pitch contest, where startups duke it out for the one-million yen purse.Contestants will pitch their early-stage company in English within one of the five themes of Mobility, Sustainable Environment, Materials, Life Sciences, and Advanced Technology. They will be evaluated by our esteemed panel of judges:Sixteen finalists from around the world have signed up to showcase their vision of a better tomorrow:1. Phenikaa-X JSC (Vietnam): https://phenikaa-x.com/2. Autopass Inc (Taiwan): https://www.autopass.xyz/3. DeviceTotal (Singapore): Portal.DeviceTotal.com4. Onoma AI (Korea): https://tootoon.ai/en5. Smartsound Corporation (Korea): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_KiBuCh3506. Acompany (Japan): https://acompany.tech/service/autoprivacy/datacleanroom7. Map IV (Japan): https://www.map4.jp/solutions/8. JOYCLE (Japan): https://joycle.net/#service9. AC Biode (Japan): https://acbiode.com/plastalyst/10. Human Life Cord (Japan): https://humanlifecord.com/11. Baobab, Inc (Japan): https://baobab-trees.com/en12. Preferred Computational Chemistry (Japan): https://matlantis.com/ja/13. Choira Musictech (India): https://choira.io/14. IANUS Simulation (Germany): https://ianus-simulation.de/en/stroemungsraum/15. FAIRMAT (France): https://www.fairmat.tech/16. Spornado (Canada): https://spornadosampler.com/about-us/about-us-spornado-system/Don't have a full pitch but still want to get involved? One of the most exciting events we have planned is a speed-dating style business matching with open innovation partners. 16 corporate partners will be present all day, available for short introductory meetings with attendees. Whether you're pitching your business plan, seeking funding for your SME, or seeking mentorship, this is the perfect opportunity. This event is only available for Business Pass holders; but if you want to have a more thorough meeting, the TechGALA Executive Pass ticket includes a concierge service to set that up - among many other benefits!The Executive Pass is under the same early-bird discount as all our other tickets; 20% off until the 4th of January. Be sure to follow the link below to our website to purchase your tickets so you don't miss out!Contact InformationTech GALA MediaMedia Relationsen-contact@techgala.jp03-6407-9982Related ImageslocationjudgespricingSOURCE: TechGALA Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Revolutionize Your Business Plan: How Ai is Making Entrepreneurship Easier ACN Newswire

Revolutionize Your Business Plan: How Ai is Making Entrepreneurship Easier

SINGAPORE, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In today's fast-paced business world, writing a comprehensive business plan can feel overwhelming for entrepreneurs. However, with the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI), this process is becoming more efficient and accessible. This guide shows how to use AI tools to create a business plan for your idea.Think of AI as your digital assistant, speeding up the first draft so you have more time to make it better. AI gives you a structure, but your own ideas and understanding of your business makes the plan unique.Embrace AI in Business Planning - Before you begin, you should know what goes into a business plan: a summary of your business, details about your company and offerings, and information about your market and competitors. You may also consider creating plans for your business sales, management, operations, and finances.Gather all your business details first. This makes it easier for AI to help you turn them into a plan.Feeding Information to AI - Start by providing a general overview of your business, including its name, target market, products or services, and financial projections. GoDaddy is sharing a prompt template below that can be used to provide information:"I'm developing a business plan for my company, [company name], a [industry] startup offering [product/service]. Please accept the information below about my company as a basis for developing a strong business plan."Creating Sections with AI Help - Breaking your business plan into sections and using specific prompts for each can streamline the process. AI can generate initial drafts for each part, which you can then review and edit. Here are some prompts to help guide you:1. Summary and Company Description:- "As a successful entrepreneur and seasoned strategist, draft an enticing executive summary and company description for [company name] in the [industry] sector."2. Products and Services:- "As an innovative product developer, provide a comprehensive description of [product/service] offered by my company."3. Market Analysis:- "As a market analyst, outline a detailed market analysis for [company name]."4. Competitive Analysis:- "Compile a concise competitive analysis for [company name], highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of key competitors."5. Marketing and Sales Plan:- "Create a thorough sales and marketing plan for [company name], including a detailed growth strategy."6. Value Proposition:- "Assume the perspective of a potential customer and identify the unique selling proposition of [company name]."7. Ownership and Management Plan:- "Outline the optimal structure, ownership, and management roles for [company name]."8. Operating Plan:"Craft an efficient operating plan for [company name], detailing infrastructure and risk management."9. Financial Plan:"Develop a comprehensive financial overview and funding request for [company name], including income statements and sales forecasts."10. Extra Information:This is where you can add any extra details like research or visuals.Finalizing Your Plan - Once you have drafts for each part, it's time to make it all fit together nicely. Your business plan should clearly show what your business is about and its path to success.Getting Feedback from AI - After refining your draft, ask AI to check for any missing parts, mistakes or inconsistencies. This is a good time for AI to help create a summary, mission statement, vision, values, and value proposition to ensure alignment with your business goals.Make a One-Page Plan - Lastly, create a simple one-page version of your business plan. It should include all the important points and be easy to understand. This step ensures clarity and focus, making it easier to communicate your business strategy to stakeholders. Remember, while AI helps a lot, it does not replace the ingenuity and oversight of human input to help ensure your unique business ideas are being reflected in your plan.AI can be a helpful tool for creating and growing your business’ digital presence. With GoDaddy Airo, an AI powered experience, you can embrace AI to streamline your business planning and operations, allowing you more time to focus on turning your entrepreneurial dreams into reality.Find out more how GoDaddy Airo can help your business idea get started online.About GoDaddy GoDaddy helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a website and logo, sell their products and services, and accept payments. GoDaddy Airo™, the company's AI-powered experience, makes growing a small business faster and easier by helping them to get their idea online in minutes, drive traffic and boost sales. GoDaddy's expert guides are available 24/7 to provide assistance. To learn more about the company, visit www.GoDaddy.com.Issued on behalf of GoDaddy.For more information, contact:Fekra Communicationsinfo@fekracomms.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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6G Begins! Embarking on a New Journey of Global Interoperable Standards JCN Newswire

6G Begins! Embarking on a New Journey of Global Interoperable Standards

TOKYO, Dec 19, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On December 12th in 3GPP TSG-RAN meeting #106, Madrid, 6G RAN level study item supported by 56 co-signed companies was approved, which achieves a significant milestone of 6G standard. This study item aims at interacting with ITU on 6G technical performance requirements. In the future, deployment scenarios, requirements and potential directions of 6G radio access technologies will be further identified and investigated in 3GPP.This initiative is spearheaded by industry leaders from diverse countries and regions, underscoring the shared dedication of 3GPP and the broader telecommunications sector to forge a global interoperable 6G standard. It is expected that 6G will serve as a critical enabler of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by advancing network capabilities to drive innovation.(Note: The following quotes according to the alphabetical order of the companies)The co-chairman of Global TD-LTE Initiative, CTO of China Mobile, Mr. Tongqing Gao, stated, “China Mobile has always maintained a strong sense of social responsibility to actively involve in the research of 6G technology, the development of standards, and the promotion of industry advancements. We believe that 6G standardization should progress steadily and solidly, driven by real requirements from global industry, and should not be aggressive and hasty. China Mobile eagerly anticipates cooperating with industrial partners to foster joint innovation, expedite the integration of information services across various sectors, and establish a robust communication network foundation.”The co-chairman of Global TD-LTE Initiative, Deputy Director of China Mobile Science and Technology Committee, Mr. Tongqing Gao, stated, “6G has characteristics of immersive performance, integrated capabilities, platform-based networks, seamless coverage integrating space and earth, as well as green and low-carbon, which will realize the wonderful vision of digital twinning and ubiquitous intelligence. We believe that 6G standardization should be driven by the realistic demands of social digitalization and intelligent development, aiming at the commercial closed loop. With open minds, unity and cooperation, in-depth research and steady promotion, we will build a high-quality and high-value 6G to inject new vitality and impetus into the sustainable development of the information industry. China Mobile eagerly hopes to strengthen cooperation and collaborative innovation with global partners through the 6G joint innovation park and forge a unified global 6G standard.”The Senior Executive Vice President and CTO of NTT DOCOMO, Mr. Takaaki Sato, stated, “Developing 6G global standard is an important opportunity to provide new values such as sustainability, higher efficiency, network for AI, connectivity everywhere, and new/improved customer experiences. These values have great potential to change our life and industries with IOWN (Innovative Optical and Wireless Network) for adapting to the environment in global. NTT DOCOMO is willing to lead this activity in 3GPP together with other great contributors in diverse regions, as there are global common demands and issues 6G should address.”Vice President and Head of Infra Tech Office of SKT, Dr. Yu Takki, stated, “The collaboration with industry leaders marks a significant first step in shaping the future of the global telecommunications industry, and SK Telecom is proud to be one of the key contributors to global unified 6G standardization. We believe that 6G will not only transform connectivity but also act as a catalyst for innovation across industries, creating new value through the convergence of AI and telecommunications. SK Telecom remains committed to working closely with global partners to realize a seamless and intelligent 6G ecosystem.”Chief Technology Officer and SVP of Strategy and Technology Enablement of Verizon, Mr. Yago Tenorio, stated, “Verizon is committed to driving innovation and collaboration within the global technology community. A unified global technology standard is essential for unlocking the full potential of 6G, enabling seamless and secure connectivity, and fostering an inclusive digital society. By working together with industry partners, we can achieve ambitious global objectives and ensure that the benefits of next-generation connectivity are accessible to all.” Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Two Honda 0 Series Prototype Models to Premiere at CES 2025 JCN Newswire

Two Honda 0 Series Prototype Models to Premiere at CES 2025

TOKYO, Dec 19, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda will present the world premiere of two prototype models at CES 2025 representing two Honda 0 Series models the company is planning to introduce to the global market starting in 2026. Honda will also introduce its original vehicle operating system (OS) planned to be adopted to the Honda 0 Series models. CES 2025 will be held January 7-10, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.In January of this year, at CES 2024, Honda premiered the Honda 0 Series and its “Thin, Light and Wise” development approach. At CES 2025, Honda will hold a press conference on January 7, 2025 with a focus on the “Wise” value of the Honda 0 Series. Honda will introduce the value to be realized by the original vehicle OS and automated driving technologies to be installed to its Honda 0 Series models, and provide an overview of the System on Chip (SoC) that will support the value Honda 0 Series models will offer as Software Defined Vehicles (SDV).Honda is also planning to introduce a new energy service, scheduled to be launched along with the Honda 0 Series models, as a part of its initiatives toward the realization of carbon neutrality.About the Honda press conference at CES 2025Date/Time:Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 10:30 am – 11:00 am (local time)[Wednesday, January 8, 2024, 3:30 am – 4:00 am (Japan time)]Venue:Honda booth (West Hall, booth #4640) at Las Vegas Convention CenterLivestreaming (URL):https://youtube.com/live/3M87dqNbY3U Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Honda Presents World Premiere of Honda S+ Shift, Next-generation e:HEV Technology JCN Newswire

Honda Presents World Premiere of Honda S+ Shift, Next-generation e:HEV Technology

TOKYO, Dec 19, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. held a press briefing on next-generation technologies for its original 2-motor hybrid system, e:HEV*, and presented the world premiere of Honda S+ Shift technology. Honda plans to install Honda S+ Shift in all of its future hybrid-electric vehicle (HEV) models featuring the next-generation e:HEV, starting with the all-new Honda Prelude scheduled to go on sale in 2025.Honda S+ Shift buttonThe original Honda e:HEV hybrid system combines exceptional fuel economy (environmental performance), achieved by the highly efficient 2-motor hybrid system, and high-quality and exhilarating driving experience (driving performance), delivered by the high-powered traction motor. By optimally alternating between the motor and the engine as a source of driving force and applying highly efficient controls depending on the driving environment and conditions, e:HEV achieves high fuel economy without making it a conscious effort of the driver and realizes driving at the will of the driver, responding linearly to driver inputs.The newly developed Honda S+ Shift is a new function designed to pursue the “joy of driving” that further accentuates the sense of oneness between the driver and the vehicle, while fully leveraging the characteristics of the e:HEV system. The further advancement was made to the Linear Shift Control synchronizing vehicle speed with engine sound, which has been installed in e:HEV models starting with the Fit e:HEV that launched in 2020. Without compromising high environmental performance unique to HEV models, the Honda S+ Shift precisely controls the engine RPM during acceleration and deceleration to realize direct drive response and sharp gear shifting. Moreover, the powerful engine sound synchronizes with the Active Sound Control (ASC) system, enhancing engine sound quality by offering the engine sound in sync with engine RPM through the speaker system and the highly responsive meter display. In this way the Honda S+ Shift will stimulate all of the driver’s senses and provide exhilarating driving at the will of the driver, further “synchronizing” the driver and the vehicle.Key features of Honda S+ Shift- By linking two high-power motors with the ASC system, the Honda S+ Shift achieves dynamic engine RPM changes and a sharp upshift feeling, providing feedback that resonates with all of the driver’s senses, amplifying the sense of oneness between the driver and the vehicle.- The Honda S+ Shift further advances the Linear Shift Control applied to current e:HEV models, enabling gear shifts (upshift and downshift) according to the driving conditions and environments at all speed ranges. While turning, the Honda S+ Shift system quickly responds to driver steering input and activates shift hold, enabling the vehicle to trace the desired driving line at the will of the driver.- By maintaining the optimal engine RPM for the particular driving conditions, the power generated by the engine during re-acceleration will be fully utilized as driving force. This greatly improves the initial response time of the motor when the driver depresses the accelerator pedal and enables overwhelmingly high response that is directly connected to driver input.- Although e:HEV does not have a mechanical transmission mechanism, when the Honda S+ Shift is activated, the driver can shift gears with a paddle shifter, so that the driver can enjoy driving feel as if the vehicle features a transmission system. With quick gearshift responses achieved through the coordination of the engine and high-power motor, Honda S+ Shift function will strive to offer the joy of driving based on direct response to driver input. The letter “S” in the technology name, Honda S+ Shift, has been used in the names of Honda models and technologies such as the S600, S2000, and Type S, representing the “sports spirit,” which Honda believes to be the source of the joy of driving. The “+” indicates that this function will add new value represented by words such as “Synchronized” “Special” and “Sensational.” The word “Shift” represents the Honda desire to make a shift that takes people and automobiles to the new world.*e:HEV is a global communication name for the Honda high-efficiency 2-motor hybrid system with outstanding fuel economy, which is the core of Honda electrification technologies. The e: represents the Honda desire to ‘energize’ people and bring about a smile and high spirits by using ‘electricity’ as the ‘energy.’ Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Pihak Berkuasa Palestin Di bawah Tekanan di Tengah Peningkatan Rintangan, Populariti Kumpulan Pengganas yang Disokong Iran
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Pihak Berkuasa Palestin Di bawah Tekanan di Tengah Peningkatan Rintangan, Populariti Kumpulan Pengganas yang Disokong Iran “`

(SeaPRwire) - Pihak Berkuasa Palestin (PA) menghadapi cabaran yang semakin meningkat di bandar utara Jenin ketika melancarkan operasi berterusan menentang puak-puak pengganas tempatan yang disokong oleh Iran, tindakan keras yang telah mencetuskan pertempuran ganas dan menonjolkan jurang yang semakin mendalam antara PA dan masyarakat setempat."Iran telah membiayai militan untuk membeli senjata, dan sekarang Pihak Berkuasa Palestin bertindak untuk menghentikannya. Mereka telah mengambil langkah-langkah untuk menyekat wang dan menindak puak-puak tersebut. PA tahu Iran akan terus menyokong Hamas dan Jihad Islam, dan inilah cabaran yang mereka hadapi. Ini adalah masa yang tepat untuk menentang Iran, terutamanya selepas peperangan di Gaza dan Lubnan - suasana umum tidak mengalu-alukan sebarang konfrontasi ketenteraan dengan Israel selepas apa yang berlaku," kata Mohammad Daraghmeh, ketua biro Asharq News di Ramallah, kepada Digital.Amerika Syarikat dilaporkan telah meminta persetujuan Israel untuk menyampaikan bantuan ketenteraan segera kepada PA ketika ia meningkatkan tindakan keras terhadap organisasi pengganas di Jenin, lapor Axios. Pentadbiran Biden sedang berusaha untuk menyediakan pasukan keselamatan PA dengan peluru, helmet, vest kalis peluru, kereta berperisai dan barangan penting lain, tetapi memerlukan persetujuan Israel untuk meneruskan. Secara sejarah, bantuan AS kepada PA adalah antara $200 juta dan $300 juta setahun. Dalam beberapa tahun kebelakangan ini, terutamanya selepas pentadbiran Biden memegang jawatan, terdapat pemulihan bantuan kepada PA, berikutan pembekuan semasa pentadbiran Trump."Sejak 7 Oktober, terdapat peningkatan tekanan dan Jihad Islam, dengan penglibatan Iran yang ketara," kata Dr. Michael Milshtein, ketua Forum untuk Pengajian Palestin di Universiti Tel Aviv yang selanjutnya menekankan perubahan dalam keadaan sejak 7 Oktober, sambil menyatakan pengaruh pasukan yang disokong Iran. "Mereka cuba untuk melancarkan operasi di Tebing Barat, dan terdapat percubaan untuk menghasilkan roket dan melepaskan tembakan ke bandar-bandar Israel dari Jenin. Walaupun ia masih dalam peringkat awal dan usaha ini tidak berjaya, ia adalah perkembangan yang membimbangkan yang menunjukkan bagaimana Jenin berkembang menjadi hab utama untuk pengganas."Hujung minggu lalu, pasukan keselamatan PA telah membunuh Yazid Jaysa, seorang komander Jihad Islam, dalam satu operasi yang telah meningkatkan ketegangan di rantau ini. Ini adalah kematian ketiga di Jenin dalam masa seminggu, berikutan pembunuhan Rahbi Shalabi yang berusia 19 tahun semasa pertempuran antara pasukan PA dan militan tempatan. Kematian tersebut telah meningkatkan lagi rasa tidak puas hati di bandar itu, terutamanya di kalangan penduduk kem pelarian Jenin. "Keseluruhan kem pelarian kini menentang PA," kata Daraghmeh.Pada hari Ahad, laporan muncul bahawa PA telah meletakkan pasukannya di luar kem pelarian, tetapi percubaan untuk masuk telah dihalang oleh tentangan. Pengganas di dalam kem, ramai yang telah berikrar untuk melawan pasukan PA, menimbulkan cabaran yang besar kepada rancangan PA untuk menegaskan semula kawalan."Tiada pertempuran aktif sekarang, tetapi pasukan PA tersekat. Mereka telah cuba untuk masuk, tetapi gagal, dan sekarang mereka tersekat di luar," kata Daraghmeh. "Mereka tidak boleh meninggalkan, tetapi mereka juga tidak boleh meneruskan operasi, kerana terdapat berpuluh-puluh militan yang bersedia untuk menentang mereka."Milshtein, bekas ketua urusan Palestin dalam risikan tentera Angkatan Pertahanan Israel, memberitahu Digital, "PA tidak mempunyai keupayaan untuk menguatkuasakan kawalan di utara Samaria dan kawasan sekitarnya. PA telah kehilangan kawalan ke atas wilayah ini, dan selama bertahun-tahun, Israel telah merawat Jenin dan kawasan sekitarnya seperti Gaza - tanpa mekanisme kawalan PA, dan pada dasarnya, terdapat kekosongan sebenar."Masa operasi PA adalah penting, dengan ramai pemerhati menyatakan bahawa ia bertepatan dengan konteks serantau yang lebih luas, termasuk perang yang sedang berlangsung di Gaza dan kejatuhan Presiden Syria Bashar al-Assad. Milshtein percaya bahawa memainkan peranan dalam keputusan PA untuk bertindak. "Orang ramai di Tebing Barat mengatakan bahawa apabila seorang diktator (Presiden PA Mahmoud Abbas) melihat apa yang berlaku kepada yang lain (Bashar al-Assad), dia memutuskan bahawa dia tidak akan mengikut nasib yang sama," jelas Milshtein. "Mahmoud Abbas mungkin merasakan bahawa dia perlu bertindak sebelum kuasa PA di Tebing Barat benar-benar runtuh."Operasi itu, yang merupakan sebahagian daripada tindakan keras yang lebih besar di Tebing Barat utara, juga mencerminkan keinginan PA untuk menegaskan dirinya sebagai pihak berkuasa yang berkemampuan menjelang perkembangan politik yang berpotensi di Gaza. PA telah lama bergelut dengan keupayaannya untuk mentadbir Gaza, yang telah hilang kepada Hamas pada tahun 2007. Kini, dengan rantau ini dalam huru-hara, ia berharap dapat membuktikan bahawa ia dapat memulihkan ketenteraman di Tebing Barat, yang menurutnya akan meningkatkan kesahihannya dalam apa jua senario politik pasca perang untuk Gaza."Saya tidak melihat kemungkinan bahawa PA akan mengawal Gaza," kata Milshtein, "Terdapat dua juta orang di sana. Selama 17 tahun, mereka telah diperintah oleh Hamas, dan 60% dilahirkan selepas Hamas mengambil alih. Mereka telah dididik untuk melihat PA sebagai kolaborator dengan Israel dan musuh. Memberi PA dua jam di Gaza adalah kegagalan yang diketahui dari awal."Walaupun keganasan di Jenin, Daraghmeh tidak meramalkan konflik itu akan merebak melebihi kawasan tersebut. "Orang ramai di Ramallah, Hebron dan bandar-bandar lain tidak mahu Tebing Barat menjadi Gaza yang lain," kata Daraghmeh. "Situasi di Jenin terkawal, tetapi ia tetap menjadi ujian bagi keupayaan PA untuk mengawal wilayahnya sendiri."Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Serangan udara Israel menyasarkan Sanaa, ibu kota Yaman yang dikuasai Houthi, dan bandar pelabuhan Hodeida “`

(SeaPRwire) - Beberapa siri serangan udara menyasarkan Sanaa, ibu kota Yaman yang dikuasai Houthi, awal Khamis, menyebabkan kebakaran di fasiliti tenaga dan di bandar pelabuhan Laut Merah, Hodeida."Sasaran yang diserang oleh [tentera Israel] digunakan oleh pasukan Houthi untuk tujuan ketenteraan," kata satu kenyataan. "Serangan tersebut melemahkan rejim pengganas Houthi, menghalangnya daripada menggunakan sasaran untuk tujuan ketenteraan dan pengganas, termasuk penyeludupan senjata Iran ke rantau ini."Angkatan Israel telah melancarkan serangan ke atas pelabuhan dan infrastruktur tenaga di Yaman berikutan pelancaran yang telah ditembak jatuh sebelum sampai ke wilayah Israel, menurut jurucakap IDF, Daniel Hagari."Sira siren roket dan peluru berpandu dibunyikan berikutan kemungkinan serpihan yang jatuh daripada pencegatan tersebut," kata tentera Israel.Sira dibunyikan berhampiran Tel Aviv dan kawasan sekitarnya, dan satu letupan besar didengar di atas kepala pada masa itu. Pihak Houthi tidak segera mengaku serangan peluru berpandu itu, tetapi berkata satu kenyataan akan dikeluarkan dalam beberapa jam, mengikut pola bagaimana kumpulan itu mengaku serangan mereka.Pihak Houthi telah melancarkan serangan ke atas Israel dan penghantaran dalam kempen untuk sementara Israel meneruskan peperangannya di Semenanjung Gaza, yang telah membunuh lebih daripada 45,000 orang, menurut Kementerian Kesihatan Gaza yang dikawal Hamas.Kumpulan pengganas itu telah menyasarkan lebih daripada 100 sejak permulaan perang Israel-Hamas pada Oktober 2023.Agensi media yang dikawal Houthi setakat ini tidak menawarkan sebarang maklumat mengenai kerosakan atau korban daripada serangan Khamis.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Aktivis pro-Palestin menyerbu gelanggang bola keranjang semasa perlawanan pasukan Israel menentang Perancis Berita

Aktivis pro-Palestin menyerbu gelanggang bola keranjang semasa perlawanan pasukan Israel menentang Perancis

(SeaPRwire) - Sekumpulan perusuh yang mengibarkan bendera Palestin menyerbu gelanggang semasa perlawanan antara Hapoel Holon Israel dan Nanterre 92 Perancis, mencetuskan kekacauan di tempat duduk penonton.Kekecohan itu berlaku pada suku ketiga perlawanan di , yang merupakan sebahagian daripada Liga Juara Bola Keranjang FIBA.Kira-kira 10 individu berlari ke gelanggang sambil mengibarkan bendera Palestin, mengeruhkan ratusan hadirin daripada komuniti Yahudi Perancis yang memberikan sokongan kepada pasukan Israel.Sesetengah daripada mereka melompat ke tempat duduk penonton dan dengan pantas ditahan oleh pihak keselamatan. Sekumpulan penyokong pro-Israel mula melaungkan chant nasionalis.Perlawanan disambung semula beberapa minit kemudian selepas polis menahan perusuh. Kawalan keselamatan dipertingkatkan untuk baki perlawanan, termasuk pegawai yang dilengkapi perisai, untuk memisahkan ahli-ahli komuniti Yahudi daripada peminat lain.Kementerian Hal Ehwal Diaspora telah mengeluarkan amaran mengenai perlawanan itu lebih awal pada hari tersebut, termasuk petunjuk awal mengenai protes yang dirancang oleh kumpulan-kumpulan yang dijangka berkumpul berhampiran arena. Ini termasuk organisasi pro-Palestin Europalestine dan parti paling kiri La France Insoumise.Datuk Bandar Nanterre, Raphaël Adam, awal minggu ini melarang peminat daripada menghadiri perlawanan tersebut untuk "mencegah gangguan awam," tetapi mahkamah membatalkan keputusan itu pada pagi Rabu.Hapoel Holon tewas kepada Nanterre, 87-77. Tetapi pasukan Israel itu masih mara ke peringkat Top 16 hasil daripada kekalahan pasukan Bosnia Igokea kepada pasukan Jerman Würzburg. Yotam Hanochi mengetuai penjaring Guy Goodes dengan 18 mata, manakala Paul Lacombe cemerlang di pihak lawan dengan 23 mata.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Mahkamah Tinggi Perancis mengekalkan sabitan rasuah bekas presiden “`

(SeaPRwire) - Mahkamah tertinggi Perancis telah mengekalkan keputusan mahkamah rayuan yang mendapati bersalah atas rasuah dan pengaruh ketika beliau menjadi ketua negara.Sarkozy, 69, menghadapi hukuman penjara setahun, tetapi dijangka akan meminta untuk ditahan di rumah dengan gelang elektronik — seperti mana-mana hukuman penjara selama dua tahun atau kurang.Beliau didapati bersalah atas rasuah dan pengaruh oleh kedua-dua pada tahun 2021 dan mahkamah rayuan pada tahun 2023 kerana cuba merasuah seorang majistret sebagai pertukaran maklumat mengenai kes undang-undang di mana beliau terlibat."Sabitan dan hukuman itu adalah muktamad," kata kenyataan Mahkamah Rayuan pada hari Rabu.Sarkozy, yang merupakan presiden Perancis dari tahun 2007 hingga 2012, bersara daripada kehidupan awam pada tahun 2017 walaupun masih memainkan peranan penting dalam politik konservatif Perancis. Beliau adalah antara tetamu yang menghadiri pembukaan semula Katedral Notre Dame awal bulan ini.Sarkozy, dalam satu kenyataan yang dimuat naik di X, berkata "Saya akan bertanggungjawab dan menghadapi semua akibatnya."Beliau menambah: "Saya tidak berniat untuk membuat aduan. Tetapi saya tidak bersedia untuk menerima ketidakadilan yang besar yang dilakukan terhadap saya."Sarkozy berkata beliau akan berusaha untuk membawa kes itu ke Mahkamah Hak Asasi Manusia Eropah, dan berharap prosiding itu akan mengakibatkan "Perancis disabitkan kesalahan."Beliau mengulangi "ketidakbersalahannya yang sepenuhnya.""Tekad saya adalah sepenuhnya dalam kes ini seperti mana kes-kes lain," katanya mengakhiri kenyataan.Peguam Sarkozy, Patrice Spinosi, berkata anak guamnya "akan mematuhi" keputusan itu. Ini bermakna bekas presiden itu perlu memakai gelang elektronik, kata Spinosi.Ini adalah kali pertama dalam sejarah moden Perancis bahawa seorang bekas presiden telah disabitkan kesalahan dan dijatuhi hukuman penjara atas tindakan semasa tempoh jawatannya.Pendahulu Sarkozy, Jacques Chirac, didapati bersalah pada tahun 2011 atas salah guna wang awam semasa beliau menjadi datuk bandar Paris dan dijatuhi hukuman penjara dua tahun yang digantung.Sarkozy telah terlibat dalam beberapa kes undang-undang lain. Dia menafikan sebarang kesalahan.Beliau menghadapi satu lagi perbicaraan bulan depan di Paris atas tuduhan beliau menerima berjuta-juta dolar daripada diktator Libya ketika itu, Moammar Gadhafi untuk secara haram membiayai kempennya yang berjaya pada tahun 2007.Kes rasuah yang membawa kepada keputusan hari Rabu memberi tumpuan kepada perbualan telefon yang berlaku pada Februari 2014.Pada masa itu, hakim penyiasat telah melancarkan siasatan ke atas pembiayaan kempen presiden Sarkozy pada tahun 2007. Semasa siasatan, mereka mendapati bahawa Sarkozy dan peguamnya, Thierry Herzog, berkomunikasi melalui telefon bimbit rahsia yang didaftarkan kepada nama samaran "Paul Bismuth."Perbualan yang direkodkan melalui pendengaran telefon itu menyebabkan pendakwa syak Sarkozy dan Herzog menjanjikan jawatan kepada majistret Gilbert Azibert sebagai pertukaran maklumat mengenai kes undang-undang lain yang melibatkan Sarkozy. Azibert tidak pernah mendapat jawatan itu dan prosiding undang-undang terhadap Sarkozy telah digugurkan dalam kes yang beliau sedang mencari maklumat.Bagaimanapun, pendakwa telah membuat kesimpulan bahawa cadangan itu masih merupakan rasuah di bawah undang-undang Perancis, walaupun janji itu tidak ditunaikan. Sarkozy menafikan sebarang niat jahat dalam tawarannya untuk membantu Azibert.Azibert dan Herzog juga telah didapati bersalah dalam kes itu.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Jumlah Kematian di Gaza oleh Hamas Dipersoalkan Kerana Laporan Baharu Menyatakan Ia Menyebabkan ‘Ketidaktepatan dan Penyelewengan yang Meluas’ “`

(SeaPRwire) - Satu laporan baharu memetik senarai panjang kesalahan yang didakwa dalam jumlah korban yang dikeluarkan oleh Kementerian Kesihatan Gaza yang dikawal Hamas semasa konflik di Gaza, dan mendapati bahawa media di seluruh dunia secara meluas melaporkan angka-angka yang dibesar-besarkan tanpa banyak atau tanpa sebarang semakan.Henry Jackson Society (HJS), sebuah pusat kajian di U.K., mendapati "ketidaktepatan dan penyelewengan yang meluas dalam proses pengumpulan data" bagi Kementerian Kesihatan (KK) Gaza yang dikawal Hamas yang telah mengakibatkan "gambaran konflik yang mengelirukan." Kajian itu juga menganalisis bagaimana wartawan di seluruh dunia telah menyebarkan data KK yang mengelirukan atau menawarkan maklumat alternatif daripada sumber Israel.Pengarang laporan itu, Andrew Fox, seorang rakan di HJS berkata penyelidikan pasukannya adalah berdasarkan senarai angka korban yang telah dikeluarkan oleh KK melalui Telegram serta senarai yang dikeluarkan oleh Pejabat Hal Ehwal Kemanusiaan Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu. Fox berkata beliau dan pasukannya telah dapat memeriksa segmen pelaporan, walaupun data KK yang boleh berubah adalah "sangat sukar untuk dipersoalkan."Pada hari Selasa, pihak berkuasa kesihatan Gaza mengemaskini jumlah kematian kepada apa yang dikatakan melebihi 45,000.Laporan itu menyatakan bahawa pelaporan kementerian itu sejak sekian lama menunjukkan bahawa wanita dan kanak-kanak merupakan sebahagian besar daripada kematian akibat perang, yang membawa kepada tuduhan bahawa Israel sengaja membunuh orang awam di Gaza."Jika Israel membunuh tanpa pilih bulu, anda akan menjangkakan kematian akan sepadan dengan perkadaran demografi sebelum perang," kata Fox. Pada masa itu, lelaki dewasa membentuk kira-kira 26% daripada penduduk Gaza. "Bilangan lelaki dewasa yang telah meninggal dunia jauh melebihi 26%," katanya.Dalam pelaporan yang boleh diakses, Fox dan pasukannya juga mendapati terdapat contoh-contoh entri korban yang direkodkan secara tidak betul, "meningkatkan secara buatan jumlah wanita dan kanak-kanak yang dilaporkan terbunuh." Ini termasuk orang yang mempunyai nama lelaki disenaraikan sebagai perempuan, dan orang dewasa disenaraikan sebagai kanak-kanak kecil.Menganalisis data mengikut kategori telah menyerlahkan lagi berat sebelah dalam pelaporan. Terdapat tiga jenis entri dalam angka korban KK: entri yang dikumpulkan oleh hospital sebelum kerosakan rangkaian pada November 2023, entri yang dikemukakan oleh ahli keluarga si mati, dan entri yang dikumpulkan melalui "sumber media," yang kesahihannya, naib presiden penyelidikan di Foundation for Defense of Democracies, telah mempersoalkan sebelum ini.Analisis pecahan jantina di kalangan kumpulan ini menunjukkan bahawa rekod hospital "diselewengkan," dengan peratusan wanita dan kanak-kanak yang lebih tinggi di kalangan korban yang dilaporkan hospital berbanding yang dilaporkan oleh ahli keluarga.Walaupun kira-kira 5,000 kematian semula jadi biasanya berlaku di Gaza setiap tahun, kajian itu mendapati bahawa angka korban KK tidak mengambil kira kematian semula jadi. Ia mendakwa bahawa ia juga gagal mengecualikan kematian yang tidak berkaitan dengan tindakan ketenteraan Israel daripada kiraannya. Ini termasuk individu yang dipercayai telah dibunuh oleh Hamas, seperti Ahmed Shaddad Halmy Brikeh yang berusia 13 tahun, yang muncul dalam senarai korban pada bulan Ogos walaupun laporan menunjukkan bahawa dia telah "ditembak mati oleh Hamas" ketika cuba mendapatkan makanan daripada penghantaran bantuan pada Disember 2023. Senarai itu juga tidak termasuk individu yang terbunuh oleh roket Hamas, kira-kira 1,750 daripadanya "jatuh di dalam jalur Gaza" antara Oktober 2023 dan Julai 2024.Fox dan pasukannya juga mendapati individu yang meninggal dunia sebelum konflik bermula telah ditambah kepada kiraan korban KK. Di samping itu, sekurang-kurangnya tiga pesakit kanser yang namanya dimasukkan dalam senarai untuk meninggalkan Gaza bagi rawatan pada bulan April telah disenaraikan sebagai mati pada bulan Mac.Kementerian itu tidak memisahkan pejuang dan orang awam dalam angka korbannya. Walaupun kajian itu menyatakan bahawa pasukan Israel telah membunuh kira-kira 17,000 pengganas Hamas, Fox berkata penyelidikannya menunjukkan jumlah kematian mungkin termasuk sebanyak 22,000 ahli Hamas. Beliau berkata penyelidikannya menyokong fakta bahawa kira-kira 15,000 daripada kematian di Gaza adalah wanita dan kanak-kanak, dan 7,500 adalah lelaki dewasa bukan pejuang."Mengumpul senarai sebegini di zon perang adalah satu perkara yang sangat mencabar," akui Fox, tetapi beliau menyatakan bahawa kesilapan KK, sama ada tidak sengaja atau sengaja, menunjukkan bahawa institusi itu "sangat tidak boleh dipercayai."Walaupun ketidakbolehpercayaan ini, tinjauan Henry Jackson Society terhadap pelaporan konflik mendapati bahawa 98% organisasi media yang dikajinya menggunakan data kematian daripada KK berbanding 5% yang memetik angka Israel. Fox mendapati bahawa "kurang daripada satu daripada setiap 50 artikel [mengenai konflik] menyebut bahawa angka yang diberikan oleh KK tidak boleh disahkan atau kontroversi," walaupun "statistik Israel telah dipersoalkan kesahihannya dalam separuh daripada beberapa artikel yang memasukkannya."Sebagai gambaran fenomena yang disaksikan dalam tinjauan itu, Fox menunjukkan apa yang disebutnya sebagai artikel yang "amat berat sebelah" daripada penyiar British yang baru-baru ini muncul memetik data KK yang mendakwa bahawa terdapat lebih daripada 45,000 kematian di Gaza. Walaupun laporannya menyebut data KK, ia tidak memecahkan jumlah pejuang dan orang awam, dan tidak menyebut kesahihan pelaporan KK yang dipersoalkan. Sebaliknya, ia meniru tuntutan KK, melaporkan bahawa wanita dan kanak-kanak membentuk lebih daripada separuh daripada kematian."Ia hanyalah contoh yang hebat bagi semua yang telah kami tulis dalam laporan itu," kata Fox.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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