The forging of parts of the reactor pressure vessel for unit six of Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant - the second unit of the Paks II project - has begun in Russia Workers at the AEM-Spetsstal plant in St Petersburg - part of Rosatom's Machine-Building Division - have begun forging a batch of blanks with a total weight of about 600 tonnes from which elements of the reactor vessel will be produced The rings that make up the reactor vessel and the bottom of the vessel are formed under a pressure of about 12,000 tonnes during forging After the blanks have been given the required shape the parts will be transferred to another part of the plant for mechanical processing The finished weight of the equipment will be nearly 330 tonnes and its maximum wall thickness will be 285 millimeters "We have started work on manufacturing the 'heart' of the nuclear power plant - a generation III+ reactor - for another power unit in Hungary," said Igor Kotov head of Rosatom's Machine-Building Division "Russian metallurgists and machine builders have reached high rates of equipment production for the Paks II NPP blanks for reactors of power units 5 and 6 are in production and in the future we will begin manufacturing steam generators safety system tanks and other products of the first circuit of the nuclear island of the plant as well as the turbine hall. In order to ensure timely and high-quality production of NPP equipment several of our enterprises will join the project at once: in Moscow Vice President of ASE JSC - Director of the Paks NPP Construction Project added: "The implementation of the Paks II NPP project is on schedule This is also evidenced by the fact that the production of long-cycle equipment - the reactor vessel of power unit 6 - began a year after a similar stage of production of the reactor vessel for unit 5 of the Paks NPP." Production of the first elements of the turbine for unit 5 has also begun at Arabelle Solutions in Belfort "The Paks II project is the largest and most advanced nuclear project in the European Union," said Hungary's Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister Péter Szijjártó "Its success is of critical importance for the long-term security of domestic energy supply Due to the restrictive measures of the Biden administration progress is more difficult than we would like which is why it is of great significance that we have reached another important milestone." currently comprises four Russian-supplied VVER-440 pressurised water reactors An inter-governmental agreement was signed in early 2014 for Russian enterprises and their international sub-contractors to supply two VVER-1200 reactors at Paks as well as a Russian state loan of up to EUR10.0 billion (USD10.5 billion) to finance 80% of the project The construction licence application was submitted in July 2020 the construction licence was issued in August 2022 and a construction timetable agreed in 2023 with a target to connect the new units to the grid at the beginning of the 2030s A Pakistani hacker group calling itself the ‘Pakistan Cyber Force’ claims to have accessed sensitive information after breaching Indian defence institutions The group claimed that it had hacked the Indian Military Engineering Services the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses The alleged breach comes amid rising tensions in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack The group claimed that it had hacked the Indian Military Engineering Services and other sites(Representational image) While the extent of the breach has yet to be officially confirmed by Indian authorities officials familiar with the matter said that they have come across the claims The officials that said that claims suggests the attackers may have compromised personel information related to defence persons including the login credentails Senior management of Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses categorically denied that its website was hacked According to a post shared via the group’s X account the attackers claim to have accessed classified personnel data including login credentials related to Indian defence personnel cybersecurity agencies have initiated urgent investigations into the matter it has also been reported that the group also attempted to deface the official website of Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited The website has been defaced by using the Pakistan flag and the Al Khalid tank the website of Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited has been taken offline for a thorough and deliberate audit in order to assess the extent of any potential damage caused by the defacement attempt and to ensure the integrity of the website cybersecurity experts and agencies are actively monitoring cyberspace to detect any additional cyberattacks particularly those that may be sponsored by threat actors linked to Pakistan The alleged cyber attack comes as tensions between India and Pakistan mount following the Pahalgam attack including the suspension of the 1960 Indus Water Treaty which governs water sharing between the two countries Monday's alleged hack is the second such attempt by Pakistan-sponsored hackers Pak hackers made a series of unsuccessful attempts to breach Indian websites targeting digital platforms linked to children identified as "Cyber Group HOAX1337" and "National Cyber Crew," attempted to deface the websites of Army Public School (APS) Nagrota and Sunjuwan with inflammatory content mocking victims of the recent Pahalgam terror attack adventure and growth in Nickelodeon’s original series Wylde Pak the 2D-animated series explores the dynamics of a multigenerational and multicultural blended family as half siblings Lily and Jack learn to navigate new family dynamics under one roof for the first time Synopsis: Wylde Pak follows half-siblings Jack and Lily as they are pushed outside their comfort zones and learn to coexist while navigating new family dynamics all while helping run the family’s pet grooming and boarding business With guidance from their parents and grandmother the two will learn about each other’s previously separate lives “Best Summer Ever?,” Jack and Lily are half-siblings living on opposite ends of the world — until Jack shows up on Lily’s doorstep for the summer Their arguing sends the family’s new grooming trailer careening through town and they must save their family’s livelihood and Halmoni The series is co-created by Paul Watling (The Tiger’s Apprentice) and Kyle Marshall (The Loud House) who both serve as executive producers alongside Seonna Hong (The Wild Robot) and Conrad Vernon (Shrek) Development and production are overseen by Claudia Spinelli Vice President of Original Animation Development The series is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution including Gillian Jacobs (The Bear) as Alice Kelly Jack’s biological mom and a world-renowned documentarian taking on adventures abroad the family’s happy-go-lucky and eccentric neighbor who always seems to “know a guy.” Wylde Pak stars previously announced Nikki Castillo (K.C and Benjamin Plessala (SpongeBob: Sponge on the Run) as Jack Wylde Lily’s 13-year-old adventurous half-brother who just came into town for the summer Additional voices include Ben Pronsky (The Loud House) as William Wylde Jack and Lily’s fun-loving dad; Jee Young Han (Unprisoned) as Min-Ju Pak Lily’s energetic mom and Jack’s stepmom; and Jean Yoon (Kim’s Convenience) as Halmoni and Lily and Jack’s caring yet stubborn grandma Fans can also check out a full sneak peek of the premiere episode “Best Summer Ever?” beginning today We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorised as "Necessary" are stored on your 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of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customised advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyse the effectiveness of the ad campaigns Louisville head coach and CSCAA President Arthur Albiero co-led an NCAA Division I breakout session where coaches discussed the marketability of the sport Breaststroke specialist Landry Liston has announced her commitment to continue both her academic and athletic careers at George Mason University The university reduced the fundraising goal to save the swimming and diving program by $5 million after an April meeting with organizers The CSCAA has announced the addition of Jake Taber and Cathleen Pruden to its Board of Directors as the newest Division III representatives After reviewing the first- and second year head coaching performances at Power 4 programs it’s time to check in on how the third-year head coaches fared April 30th, 2025 College, Diving, Ivy League In an athletic landscape that thrives on specialization Columbia University’s Ryan Pak is doing something nearly unheard of at the Division I level: competing as both a swimmer and a diver A sophomore breaststroker on the Lions’ swimming team Pak competed this season not just between the lane lines The dual commitment is almost unprecedented in modern collegiate athletics where athletes typically dedicate themselves fully to a single discipline While back in his home state of Washington last summer Ryan Pak decided on a whim to try out diving He was having fun learning new dives and experiencing a level of danger and excitement that swim practices don’t deliver he decided he wanted to keep practicing and see where the sport takes him Upon returning to New York for his sophomore year Pak texted the divers on the team and inquired about coming into their practice and playing around on the boards They were impressed with his ability after entering into the sport so recently Columbia diving coach Scott Donie talked to Pak after that practice and invited him to keep coming in and developing his diving abilities Pak noted that a reason he pursued it at the collegiate level was that Columbia had only two male divers on the team so he knew there would be an opportunity for him to score points for his team on the boards as well Ryan Pak was stepping into unfamiliar territory as he was about to compete a dive list for the first time while also having to juggle the logistics of warming up for his race and warming down all in the span of a few hours Pak noted that even after competing a full six dive NCAA list improving on his freshman year in-season times He attributed this success to the boost of adrenaline he got because of trying something new then moving on to something he’s more comfortable with which boosted his confidence Ryan Pak took the journey to Rutgers to watch the Zone A diving championships Something Pak appreciates about the diving community is just how tight-knit it is He was able to see first-hand everyone supporting and cheering for opposing teams which he said is rare in the swimming world that certainly would have relay potential at a smaller school After becoming inspired by the level of competition he saw at the Zone A dive meet Ryan Pak is looking forward to his future in the sport he’ll return to Federal Way to keep practicing and working on expanding his dive list Pak is thankful for the support of the Columbia University coaching staff and team which has allowed him to pursue both sports and carve out his own lane in the Division I swimming and diving world Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Naoki Nomura did it first for Lafayette College There have been a few swimmers / divers over the years that have been good enough at both to compete at the NCAA championships level Andy Kendrick (RIP) was a USA Diving National Team member in the late 80s and early 90s and swam sprint free and fly for University of Cincinnati I recall watching him do a 1 1/2 off the blocks into a 50-free during a dual meet and still winning by a significant margin Bjorn Seeliger formerly Cal (assuming he doesn’t get a 7th year of eligibility) was also a dual sport athlete Apparently development was also rent free in Seeliger’s head as that hasn’t been done in the pool in 4 years athletes at wagner are doing the same thing Is anyone gonna ask why they only had one diver last year More from Noah DuperreSee All Subscribe to our newsletter and receive our latest updates Map of the disputed region of Kashmir. Image Source: w:user:Planemad – Own work International Borders: University of Texas map library – CC BY-SA 3.0 following terrorists’ strike on tourists at Baisaran Valley Pahalgam in India-controlled Jammu and Kashmir (JK) has raised possibility of the two heading for a war Terrorists’ strike led to death of 26 tourists on April 22 India has held Pakistan as responsible for the Pahalgam terror attack while Pakistan has denied the charges there is no denying that two countries have taken several steps suggesting that they are close to “war.” This includes India holding Indus Water Treaty in abeyance as per which the water of River Indus is shared by the two Pakistan has responded by closing its air space to Indian airlines and suspending all trade with India There has also been minor exchange between their soldiers along Line-of-Control (LoC) On the Indian side high-level security meetings being held also suggest that it is considering all options of a conflict with Pakistan India and Pakistan have hardly been ever at peace with each other “Pakistan-Card” has time and again been used by Indian politicians to gain support and votes of Indians Anti-Pakistan “war-cry” is still considered to be fairly popular and appealing for public by Indian leaders They are guided by the assumption that this will contribute to enhancing their popularity among the people at large The fact that present Indian government led by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gives a lot of importance to its extremist religious card as well as it anti-Muslim communal propaganda cannot be ignored With Pakistan being constitutionally an Islamic State there prevails a communal bias in India of linking Muslims settled here with Pakistan A similar bias prevails for Muslims here even though India has the second largest population of Muslims usage of anti-Pak card by India cannot be politically de-linked from politicians’ attempt to play on several cards simultaneously; that of exciting anti-Muslim as well as anti-Pak passion among primarily the Indian Hindus eighty percent of Indian population is of Hindus Notwithstanding the reality that Indian public has come a long way from easily being entrapped by these political signals it is possible that the present government is trying its best to make the most of Pahalgam-tragedy Pahalgam has raised several questions about security lapses on the part of India A leader has reportedly said that the valley- where terrorists struck- should not have been open to tourists tourists should not have been permitted to visit it And security arrangements should have been made from the moment they started stepped in as Pahalgam falls enroute an annual Hindu pilgrimage which is scheduled to begin a few weeks from now security preparations are expected to begin from around this time the authorities are apparently well aware that terrorists can strike at any place in India Adequate security arrangements are naturally expected at the tourist spots in JK majority of tourists-who survived the terrorists’ strike at Pahalgam- are raising the question as to why weren’t there any security arrangement there the terrorists spent at least 20-30 minutes in their strikes Or they would not have openly targeted the tourists but would have fired from a hidden spot and tried rushing away within minutes the Pahalgam-tragedy has been strongly criticized and has won India sympathy from greater part of the world India has also received the “green” signal or would be supported if it heads for an open war with Pakistan India and Pakistan have been asked to exercise “restraint” by United Nations and China Saudi Arabia and Iran are trying to prevent an “escalation.” United States also prefers a “diplomatic” solution to the present war-like stage reached by India and Pakistan Prospects of either India or Pakistan being totally oblivious to these diplomatic signals may be viewed as minimal Diplomatic ties between India and Pakistan have for the greater part bordered around the stage of tension they have entertained over various issues Their differences over Kashmir remain far from being ever resolved they have refrained from an open conflict from the day they stepped onto the nuclear path and chose to give greater importance to their nuclear diplomacy deterring them from this stage heading for an open conflict would be equivalent to inviting criticism from opponents of their nuclear proliferation drive This would spell a major setback to nuclear diplomacy entertained by the two shrewdly against apprehensions entertained by its opponents stating that this was equivalent to their heading towards MAD (Mutually Assured Destruction) however antagonist they may be towards each other But then what should be interpreted from signals suggesting that they are “really” heading towards “war?” Given that India and Pakistan have never entertained “friendly” ties their not being engaged in war may be viewed as a positive though hardly suggestive of cordial relations between the two The fact that actors and singers of the two countries are fairly popular among the people of India and Pakistan only suggests that entertainment has helped bring them together The fact that this has been affected to a degree cannot be ignored as Indian movies starring Pakistani actors have not been permitted release channels with Pakistani dramas have been suspended for the time being and so forth These may also be viewed as signals conveying the Indian leaders’ message to their public about their anti-Pak stand Rushing towards war would also amount to their ignoring diplomacy being exercised by United States and other powers keen for their exercising restraint Leaders on both sides are probably also weighing options of how are their respective citizens and other countries reacting to the present Indo-Pak tension War is certainly not going to ease the present tension or contribute in any way to resolving their long-standing disputes Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi would probably love to emerge as the winner and perhaps so would his Pakistani counterpart Shehbaz Sharif War-diplomacy is likely to be given top-most priority by both the countries for a little more time There is a difference between actually engaging in war or going for minor/selective war-strikes and opting for war-like diplomacy The present stand being exercised by both is suggestive of their being engaged in war-like diplomacy by opting for strategic moves suggestive of their heading for war the question is for how long can such war-diplomacy be stretched it suggests failure of their nuclear diplomacy Image Credit: Artist Rendition/Creative Commons this Russian bomber has the range (7,500 miles) to reach the United States and more than enough to endanger Europe PAK DA is translated from Russian to “Promising Aviation Complex for Long-Range Aviation.”  It might be equipped with lasers which would make it unique compared to the American and Chinese models Development for the PAK DA has progressed slowly since the late 1990s which shows just how much Russian engineers and designers are struggling with next-generation bombers with a weight of 145 tons and a cruising speed of only 500 miles per hour but this enables it to carry more ordnance Now serving as 1945s Defense and National Security Editor He is an Emerging Threats expert and former U.S and website in this browser for the next time I comment If you would like to learn more about the IAEA’s work sign up for our weekly updates containing our most important news An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts stated that the operator of Paks Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) in Hungary has demonstrated a commitment to operational safety The team also encouraged the operator to continue improvements in areas such as training on preventative measures and documentation to reduce the risk of human error The Operational Safety Review Team (OSART) concluded today an 18-day mission to the Paks NPP conducted at the request of the Government of Hungary took place from 4 November to 21 November 2024 This was followed by subsequent OSART missions in 2001 and 2014 OSART missions independently assess safety performance against IAEA safety standards The aim is to advance operational safety by proposing recommendations and is located about 100 kilometres southwest of Budapest The plant is Hungary’s first and only nuclear power plant and it has four 506 MWe pressurized water reactor units that were commissioned between 1982 and 1987 Paks NPP generated almost half of Hungary's electricity The team made daily visits to Paks NPP to observe regular plant activities in areas such as:  maintenance and surveillance The 13-member team comprised experts from Argentina “The team was pleased to see that the plant was very well prepared and cooperated fully and openly with IAEA experts during the mission,” said team leader Yury Martynenko “The managers and staff of Paks NPP are committed to improving the operational safety and reliability of their plant and we were pleased to see many actions in progress.” The team identified good practices to be shared with the nuclear industry globally The mission also provided some suggestions to further improve safety “It was in the spirit of continuous learning that we had requested the IAEA review The OSART mission has allowed us to make an in-depth assessment of our work The recommendations and suggestions will help us to continuously improve the plant's operational safety we can also contribute to the enrichment of global best practices," said Péter János Horváth The team provided a draft report of the mission to the plant management They will have the opportunity to make factual comments on the draft These comments will be reviewed by the IAEA and the final report will be submitted to the Government of Hungary within three months General information about OSART missions can be found on the IAEA website An OSART mission is designed as a review of programmes and activities essential to operational safety nor is it a design review or a substitute for an exhaustive assessment of the plant’s overall safety status Follow-up missions are standard components of the OSART programme and are typically conducted within two years of the initial mission The IAEA Safety Standards provide a robust framework of fundamental principles They reflect an international consensus and serve as a global reference for protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation Hungary's Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister Péter Szijjártó says first concrete is to be poured for the Paks II new nuclear plant early in 2025 after the country's National Atomic Energy Agency approved the preliminary safety report Szijjártó said that the regulator's lifting of the retention point was one of the most important milestones for the construction project saying "this is a serious document with a total volume of half a million pages which meets the standards of the International Atomic Energy Agency" He also noted that the site officially gets the status of a nuclear facility under construction once first concrete is poured Excavation of soil to a depth of 23 metres is under way and 39,000 of the 75,000 piles that need to be drilled into the ground during soil consolidation are in place he said adding: "There are already thousands of people working in the work area." The first large-scale nuclear power plant equipment - the core catcher - was delivered to the site in August the core catcher is a container in the form of a cone made of thermally resistant steel which in the unlikely event of an emergency will securely hold the melt of the core and not allow radioactive substances to leave the containment of the reactor In its official announcement of the decision the National Atomic Energy Agency (Országos Atomenergia Hivatal OAH) said it had "decided to lift the retention point specified in the construction permit for new nuclear power plant blocks it is possible to start significant activities (but requiring additional permits) such as the so-called first concrete pouring during which the first concreting works of the new block's nuclear island are carried out" "There are a number of technical and administrative conditions for the start of this activity one of which was the lifting of the holding point specified in the establishment permit - in this procedure The first concrete pouring has additional conditions prescribed in other permits obtaining a permit for use of soil consolidation. During construction the OAH constantly checks compliance with the legal requirements and the conditions laid down in the permits in the framework of ad hoc as well as comprehensive inspections." The Paks II project was launched in early 2014 by an intergovernmental agreement between Hungary and Russia for two VVER-1200 reactors to be supplied by Rosatom with the contract supported by a Russian state loan to finance the majority of the project The construction licence application was submitted in July 2020 to build Paks II alongside the existing Paks plant 100 kilometres southwest of Budapest on the banks of the Danube River The construction licence was issued in August 2022 and a construction timetable agreed last year which set out plans to connect the new units to the grid at the beginning of the 2030s The existing four units at Paks are VVER-440 reactors that started up between 1982 and 1987 and they produce about half of the country's electricity Their design lifetime was for 30 years but that was extended in 2005 by 20 years to between 2032 and 2037 The Hungarian Parliament approved a proposal in 2022 to further extend their lifespan which means preparations can begin on operating the plant into the 2050s Hungary's Paks II new nuclear project says it is ready for first concrete but is awaiting permission from the Hungarian Atomic Energy Authority In December excavation of soil to a depth of 23 metres was under way with more than half of the 75,000 required piles drilled into the ground during soil consolidation works. The first large-scale nuclear power plant equipment - the core catcher - was delivered to the site in August Hungary's Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister Péter Szijjártó said in December he expected first concrete to be poured in the first quarter of 2025 But according to a report by Russia's Tass news agency that timeline has "had to be adjusted following soil fracture somewhere inside the pit Rosatom said the incident had no effect on the foundation pit’s technical specifications but work in that area was suspended in accordance with the Hungarian watchdog’s decision" and the authority "requested a report on additional checks and measures taken in connection with the soil fracture but has not yet issued permission for first concreting In February Paks II Ltd Chairman and CEO Gergely Jákli together with Andrea Beatrix Kádár Chairman of the Hungarian Atomic Energy Authority gave evidence to the Hungarian Parliament's Sustainable Development Committee.  Paks II's report on the session says that they explained that the "working pit did not collapse but two corners on the prominent 'peninsula' in the southern section broke off affecting half a percent of the more than 700-metre perimeter wall" That section is around 400 metres from Paks' unit 4 "and the incident did not affect the operating power plant at all" The condition of the wall section in question and its surroundings is continuously monitored He said that following the corner detachment on 30 January work in the area immediately stopped and the area was fenced off and an investigation begun into what had happened He emphasised that the company "was under no time pressure regarding the investigation In the nuclear industry preventive measures must be taken and we have done that" The February update also added that "groundwater and the technological water generated from the construction activities are present in controlled conditions thanks to the cut-off wall in an amount corresponding to the size of the working pit and in a smaller amount compared with the design parameters" He added "safety continues to be the first priority in the decisions of Paks II Ltd" The construction licence application was submitted in July 2020, the construction licence was issued in August 2022 and a construction timetable agreed in 2023 with a target to connect the new units to the grid at the beginning of the 2030s The ministry of home affairs (MHA) on Monday directed several states to conduct mock drills on May 7 to enhance civil defence preparedness The states have also been directed to update and rehearse evacuation plans and early camouflaging of vital plants and installations The developments come amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 persons Also Read | Pak hackers claim to have breached multiple Indian defence sites The assault is one of the deadliest terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir since the 2019 Pulwama bombing India has vowed to hunt down the perpetrators of the attack India has announced a raft of punitive measures against Pakistan including suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty shutting down of the land border crossing at Attari and downgrading of diplomatic ties The NDA government has also cancelled all types of visas granted to Pakistani nationals and closed Indian airspace for flights operated by Pakistan Airlines Also Read | Jammu and Kashmir: Security forces recover IEDs from busted terror hideout in Poonch Pakistan announced the suspension of all trade with India including to and from any third country through Pakistan and barred Indian airlines from using its airspace Pakistani forces have also been violating the ceasefire along the border continuously for the last 10 days Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held several high-profile meetings with top government officials and military leaders since April 22 At a key security meeting after the terror attack Modi had said the armed forces have full operational freedom to determine the mode and timing of India’s response to the attack 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Theratechnologies Inc (“Theratechnologies” or the “Company”) (TSX: TH) (NASDAQ: THTX) a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company wishes to address its shareholders in response to a press release issued today by Future Pak LLC (“Future Pak”) regarding its proposals to acquire the Company The Company believes its shareholders should be aware of the following: The Potential Acquiror has performed extensive due diligence on the Company and the parties are negotiating a definitive agreement relating to a potential acquisition of all outstanding shares of the Company Based on the Company’s discussions to date with the Potential Acquiror in the event a definitive agreement is entered into with the Potential Acquiror it will contain a “go shop” provision allowing the Company The Board has formed a special committee comprised solely of independent directors to review the proposals and determine the course of action that is in the best interests of the Company and its stakeholders The special committee is assisted by Barclays Capital Inc as financial advisor and Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP as external legal advisor There is no assurance that a definitive agreement will be reached in relation to any proposal The Company does not intend to provide further updates or comments with respect to the foregoing other than as required pursuant to applicable securities laws to allow the special committee to diligently pursue its mandate and not adversely affect discussions with the Potential Acquiror The reader is cautioned to consider these and other risks and uncertainties carefully and not to put undue reliance on Forward-Looking Statements Forward-Looking Statements reflect current expectations regarding future events and speak only as of the date of this press release and represent our expectations as of that date Investor inquiries:Philippe Dubuc Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer pdubuc@theratech.com 438-315-6608 Media inquiries:Julie SchneidermanSenior Director, Communications & Corporate Affairscommunications@theratech.com 514-336-7800 Privacy Policy | Copyright © 2025 News On Air Last Updated: 5th May 2025  |  Visitors: 1480625 iStock, AndreyPopov and the undisclosed potential buyer are currently “negotiating a definitive agreement relating to a potential acquisition of all outstanding shares” of the biotech Theratechnologies is not making any assurances that these talks will lead to a transaction Future Pak’s proposal includes a $205 million sum at closing plus up to $50 million in contingent value right payments linked to certain profit thresholds Future Pak is offering $3.51 to $4.51 per share of Theratechnologies representing a 164% to 238% premium to the biotech’s closing price last Thursday Future Pak’s chief growth officer Nirav Patel said in a statement that the proposal “provides significant upside” for Theratechnologies Future Pak said it has conducted “repeated outreach” to Theratechnologies but it “has received minimal engagement from [Theratechnologies] to date.” Theratechnologies provided a detailed timeline in its news release announcing that Future Pak’s first offer in August 2024 of $100 million in cash was considered “not attractive.” when Future Pak made a second offer in January Theratechnologies could no longer entertain it because it was “under exclusivity” with the other “potential acquiror.” Once the exclusivity period expired Theratechnologies tried to enter into a non-disclosure pact with Future Pak to discuss its acquisition proposal—but Future Pak “would not sign such an agreement unless they were provided exclusivity,” the biotech noted “When Future Pak was finally prepared to sign a non-disclosure agreement the Company had already renewed exclusivity” with the other potential acquiror which Theratechnologies has yet to disclose The biotech informed Future Pak that it would still be able to engage with Theratechnologies in the future “The Future Pak non-binding proposals have been made without Future Pak having completed any due diligence on the Company other than publicly available information,” Theratechnologies claimed whereas the potential acquiror “has performed excessive due diligence on the biotech.” Theratechnologies has formed an independent committee to review these proposals with its board contending that the offers undervalued the company Future Pak returned a few months later offering a similar price range, but with additional contingent value rights. Vanda also turned down this offer in June 2024 noting that it was “not in the best interests” of the company and its shareholders that gets separated from fiber during carton recycling is a key material for the new transport crates made by Schoeller Allibert PolyAl itself is a newer material recognized more widely just within the last few years although beverage carton recycling has been occurring for decades The ability to separate and recycle all of the materials from a carton’s multiple layers has proven challenging only the paperboard — which comprises 70% of an aseptic beverage carton on average — had been recovered at scale and the polyAl typically ended up in landfills or incinerators Tetra Pak described its increase in polyAl work in its most recent sustainability report It says the global volume of polyAl sent for recycling in 2023 increased by 14% compared to 2022 The company works with 66 polyAl recyclers who turn the material into pellets for use in manufacturing new plastic products There are 38 integrated recyclers globally that can recycle both the fiber and polyAl Other companies working in this space include Bausano and Plastigram Industries for polyAl processing equipment and Alier and Axjo for end markets Besides advancing polyAl solutions, Tetra Pak has worked to enhance its cartons’ recyclability in other ways. In 2023, for example, it partnered with Portuguese dairy company Lactogal to create an aseptic carton with a paper-based barrier that nearly eliminates the aluminum layer The new crates have the potential for a lower carbon footprint than competing products due to various factors Product reusability cuts down on the need to manufacture new products And the incorporation of recycled materials reduces virgin material use Scholler Allibert touts the sustainability its reusable transport packaging can bring to supply chains Scholler Allibert also is engaging with other partners besides Tetra Pak for polyAl logistics packaging adoption “This project demonstrates how advanced recycling solutions can turn waste into durable reusable packaging that supports circular logistics and thereby the transition to a circular economy,” said Britta Wyss Bisang vice president of sustainability and strategic marketing communications at Schoeller Allibert “[W]e are heavily investing in new ways to reduce the use of virgin plastic and use recycled materials such as polyAl.”  Get the free daily newsletter read by industry experts Industry sources predict required front-of-pack labeling could mean giving up key real estate in costly redesigns — or an opportunity for some brands to modernize packaging and rethink consumer messaging Soaring use of these medications for weight loss is shifting demand including for packaging manufacturers that serve pharma and food customers Analysts say the game-changer is an opportunity for innovative companies The free newsletter covering the top industry headlines The European Court of Justice's advocate-general says Austria's appeal relating to the legality of Hungary's state aid for the Paks II nuclear power project should be upheld by the court The advocate-general Laila Medina says that "Austria is correct in arguing that the Commission should have examined whether the direct award to Nizhny Novgorod Engineering of the contract for the construction of the new reactors is compatible with the European Union’s provisions on public contracts" The opinion of the advocate-general is not binding on the court - the role is "to propose to the court a legal solution to the cases for which they are responsible The judges of the court are now beginning their deliberations in this case Judgment will be given at a later date" In 2017 the European Commission approved Hungary's proposed state aid investment for two new nuclear reactors at the Paks II site with the construction contract awarded to Nizhny Novgorod Engineering Company Atomenergoproekt (JSC NIAEP) as part of the agreement with Russia which also included Russia agreeing to provide Hungary with a state loan in order to finance the new reactors Austria contested that Commission decision but in 2022 the General Court of the European Union dismissed their case The advocate-general has now said there was an "inextricable link" between the aid and the construction contract's award and "the Commission is required to take into account in assessing the compatibility of State aid with the internal market a possible infringement of provisions of EU law other than those relating to aid" Although the Commission "may fulfil its obligation to carry out such an examination by referring to infringement proceedings that it has initiated against the Member State concerned and that it has closed after finding that there was no infringement of the relevant provisions" it had "made a mere reference the considerations which had led it to find that there had been no infringement that decision did not provide a sufficient statement of reasons on that issue" The General Court ruling 2022 had said the commission was justified in its view that "it had found that the direct award of the task of constructing the two new reactors to JSC NIAEP did not infringe EU public procurement law" It also launched legal action against the Commission in 2015 over its approval of the UK's support for the Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant project in Somerset The General Court dismissed that lawsuit in July 2018 saying the Commission "did not err" in accepting the UK's stance that construction of the plant was in the British public's interest Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto posted on Facebook on Thursday afternoon that he had spoken on the phone with Rosatom's Director General Alexei Likhachev and said the project was of "critical importance to Hungarian energy security" and was going on "despite constant difficulties and obstacles" who repeated Hungary's determination to block sanctions affecting the nuclear energy industry, did not specifically refer to the court case in the post which also said "Brussels is constantly trying to hinder our energy cooperation with Russia" STORY | UN chief asks India, Pak to step back from the brink, says military solution is no solutionREAD: https://t.co/aQIvfMCb5r https://t.co/x01a5PXL1P Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information Techonology Branch says, "Post terror attack in Pahalgam on 22 April, 2025 some social media influencers and social media platforms in the country seem to be working against the interest of the country which is likely to incite… Reporting by Krisztina Than and Anita Komuves; Editing by Emelia Sithole-Matarise Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab , opens new tab Browse an unrivalled portfolio of real-time and historical market data and insights from worldwide sources and experts. , opens new tabScreen for heightened risk individual and entities globally to help uncover hidden risks in business relationships and human networks. © 2025 Reuters. All rights reserved a global leader in respiratory protection and personal safety solutions proudly announces the launch of the 3M Scott Air-Pak XD SCBA this self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) is designed to meet the rigorous demands of today's fireground operations Built on the proven “wireframe” SCBA backframe and pneumatics platform the 3M Scott Air-Pak XD SCBA focuses on today’s firefighter who requires an extreme duty SCBA 3M Scott Fire & Safety has been a leading provider of respiratory and personal protective equipment for firefighters and industrial workers around the world “We understand that customers have different preferences when selecting SCBA solutions and that’s why we developed the Air-Pak XD SCBA,” said John Graves “The Air-Pak XD broadens our portfolio by providing a solution for customers who are looking for an extreme-duty SCBA with the modern technology you expect for today’s firefighter.” firefighters also gain access to a whole new generation of monitoring with the SEMS 3.0 wireless SCBA telemetry system SEMS 3.0 is based on an all-new technology that enhances signal range and penetration helping to provide greater visibility in large structures and over long distances When connected to the 3M Scott Incident Remote Data Collection (RDC) system SCBA telemetry data can be seamlessly integrated with authorized third-party incident management software to provide an unprecedented view into what’s happening on the fireground “We are excited to introduce the Air-Pak XD SCBA to the fire service community,” said Jason Cannon “The Air-Pak XD strengthens our portfolio by providing customers a choice of SCBA options while also reinforcing our commitment and value proposition around redundant safety features and cost of ownership.” In preparation for the 2025 Hurricane Season West Palm Beach customers with residential trash service can place unlimited yard waste by the curb on their regularly scheduled collection day for pickup at NO EXTRA CHARGE Play Paks offer interactive educational activities for children and families Themed kits have been put together by the our knowledgeable Children's Librarians and contain books and activities based on popular topics.  Play Paks can be checked out for use only inside the library from KidSpace View on Map City Hotline: (561) 822-2222 (TTY: 800-955-8771) There are no statistics available for this player Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here The expansion of Hungary’s Paks NPP (Paks II) is progressing The production of the reactor vessel for unit 6 (Paks II unit 2) has begun in Russia while the first turbine components for unit 5 (Paks II unit 1) are being manufactured in France Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs & Trade The Hungarian parliament earlier approved the extension of the life of the four existing VVER-440 power units at the Paks NPP for another 20 years These units are now expected to operate until at least 2052-2057 Paks currently provides half of all generated and one third of the consumed electricity in Hungary at Europe’s largest automated forging plant production had started of the reactor pressure vessel (RPV) for Paks 6 He emphasised that it is being manufactured to the highest possible European and Hungarian standards “There will be 700 quality checks during the production period is a huge device that will have to withstand temperatures of 300 degrees Celsius and pressures of 162 bar for at least six decades,” he detailed Szijjártó added that the first elements for the unit 5 turbine were being manufactured in Belfort “So we are now even further ahead in this important investment with the production of the most important equipment for both units 5 and 6 And the very fact that we have manufacturing sites in Russia and France makes it clear that this is a major international investment the success of which is critical to securing Hungary’s long-term energy supply,” he stressed Rosatom confirmed that metallurgists at the AEM-Spetstal plant (part of Rosatom’s Mechanical Engineering Division) have begun forging a batch of blanks with a total weight of about 600 tonnes from which elements for the Paks 6 reactor vessel will be produced “The Paks-II NPP project is the largest nuclear investment in the European Union,” said Gergely Jákli “Thanks to the construction of two new power units at Paks we will be able to produce large amounts of electricity in a sustainable manner for the Hungarian economy until the end of this century The production of long-lead manufacturing equipment is proceeding smoothly for which Hungarian specialists have also made and are making a lot of efforts from design control to licensing and continuous production control One of the tangible results of this is that the forging of the reactor vessel for unit 6 has begun now and the final acceptance of the shells for the unit 5 reactor vessel will take place this month.” Vice President of ASE JSC (part of Rosatom) and Director of the Paks NPP construction project said the project is on schedule “This is also evidenced by the fact that the production of long–lead equipment began a year after the similar stage of production of the reactor vessel for unit 5.” Head of Rosatom’s Engineering Division said Russian metallurgists and machine builders have reached high production rates of equipment for Paks II blanks for reactors of units 5&6 are in manufacture safety system tanks and other products for the primary circuit of the nuclear island of the plant To ensure timely and high-quality production of NPP equipment several of our enterprises will join the project: in Moscow Forging of blanks is one of the initial stages in the production of reactor equipment After shaping the blanks to the required shape the parts will be transferred to another workshop for machining two shells of the VVER-1200 reactor will be made from them Shells are an important structural element of the reactor vessel They are empty cylinders that are welded together Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the Progressive Media network. © Business Trade Media International Limited. All Rights Reserved 2025 The Nature Conservancy is working to preserve Pak Nai's natural beauty and sensitive biodiversity in Hong Kong. From iconic skyscrapers to sandy beaches and lush mountains, Hong Kong offers a striking balance where people and nature co-exist. This is especially evident in Deep Bay, a strip of shallow bay uniquely located between two bustling cities in the Greater Bay Area, Hong Kong and Shenzhen. Dotted with mangroves, seagrass beds and oyster farms, the mudflats of Deep Bay are critical nursing grounds for endangered horseshoe crabs, foraging grounds for birds and a wide range of other plant and animal species. However, rapid coastal development has led to degradation of these habitats, jeopardizing the future of these critical mudflats and the species that depend on them for survival. Pak Nai, located in Deep Bay, is a focal point of The Nature Conservancy's (TNC) restoration efforts in Hong Kong. Renowned for its beautiful sunset and biodiversity, this area features a mosaic of vital habitats— mudflats, oyster reefs, mangroves and seagrass beds—that supports abundant wildlife and endangered species. The mudflats of Pak Nai are facing a myriad of threats such as invasive cordgrass, sedimentchanges, marine litter and oyster aquaculture debris from nearby active and abandoned farms. Tourism to Pak Nai is also increasing, thanks to its breath-taking scenery and proximity to Hong Kong’s 700-year-old oyster aquaculture industry. But without any restrictions or protection to ensure that the area remains pristine, its mudflats and other habitats have degraded over the years. Pak Nai is also one of the few places where the two endangered horseshoe crab species native to Hong Kong can be found. Horseshoe crabs often get tangled in abandoned fishing equipment known as “ghost nets.” Without intervention, the chance of these crabs escaping is slim. Fortunately for Pak Nai’s horseshoe crabs, TNC's increased habitat management efforts create opportunities for scientists, staff and volunteers to rehabilitate horseshoe crab habitat and find and release trapped horseshoe crabs. TNC is a member of the IUCN Horseshoe Crab Species Specialist Group and the data we share with this group contributes to global efforts to save horseshoe crabs from extinction. Historically, Pak Nai was a site for traditional benthic oyster farms cultivated by local villagers. Though this traditional method of oyster farming is no longer in use, the mudflats of Pak Nai remain an ecological hotspot where endangered horseshoe crab and seagrass species can be found. However, Pak Nai is currently statutorily unprotected and unmanaged, leaving it exposed to increasing threats such as unsustainable tourism and rampant spreading of invasive species. And while oysters continue to grow in artificial rows on the abandoned oyster farms, these spaced out poles does not promote denser, more natural reef growth. TNC is committed to understanding, managing and restoring the various ecosystems in Pak Nai and other areas around Deep Bay. Our research and monitoring indicate that oyster reefs support six times more species than soft shores. This insight has led us to engage volunteers in transforming abandoned oyster farms into new natural oyster reefs, bringing these biodiversity benefits to Pak Nai. Volunteers are the driving force behind our efforts to restore Pak Nai’s ecological health. We partner with our supporters on various initiatives, including biodiversity surveys, invasive cordgrass removal and  aquaculture debris and marine litter clean-ups. Invited by the communities to help restore and protect Pak Nai, TNC’s strategy is to work with local partners to revitalize Pak Nai’s unique mudflats and increase public awareness of its cultural and ecological importance. Taking a scientific approach, our research on Hong Kong’s estuaries and coastal habitat restoration may also assist in the decision-making process for preserving coastal ecosystems and promoting marine conservation and coastal resilience in the Greater Bay Area. TNC's vision for Pak Nai is a restored natural ecosystem that is well managed for the benefit of local communities and nature. But restoring the mudflats of Pak Nai will not only benefit the local community and species that depend on these unique habitats, it will also strengthen TNC’s conservation work in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and around the world. With its beautiful sunset overlooking Deep Bay, Pak Nai is a true example of Hong Kong’s natural beauty and plays a critical role in global conservation and coastal resilience efforts. Join us and support the restoration and revitalization of Pak Nai’s breathtaking mudflats. Pakistan's Ambassador to Russia has openly threatened India asserting that Islamabad will use the "full spectrum of power" if New Delhi attacks the neighbouring country "The frenzy media of India and the irresponsible statements coming out from that side has compelled us There are some other leaked documents whereby it has been decided to strike some areas of Pakistan that makes us to feel that this is going to happen and it's imminent," he said we don't want to get involved into this debate of numerical strength We will use the full spectrum of power - both conventional and nuclear," he said would respond with "full spectrum of power" Pakistan has been fearing Indian retaliation since Pakistan-backed terrorists attacked tourists in the Baisaran valley in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22 The valley is accessible only by foot or horseback Earlier, Pakistan minister Hanif Abbasi openly threatened India with nuclear retaliation warning that Pakistan's arsenal - including Ghori and Ghaznavi missiles along with 130 nuclear warheads - has been kept "only for India" Abbasi said if India dares to halt Pakistan's water supply by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty In a late-night press conference, Ataullah Tarar, another Pakistan minister, on Wednesday claimed that his country had received "credible intelligence", indicating India may carry out a military strike within the next 24 to 36 hours. Tarar, whose X account has been blocked in India warned that any act of aggression would be met with a decisive response and hold India accountable for any serious consequences in the region His remarks came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi granted the Indian armed forces "complete operational freedom" to respond to the Pahalgam terror attack Earlier, Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif told news agency Reuters that a military incursion by India was imminent. Pakistan was on high alert but would only use its nuclear weapons if "there is a direct threat to our existence" terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists visiting the Baisaran valley a meadow which is accessible only by foot or horseback PM Modi, who has held a flurry of key security and cabinet meetings this week, has vowed that his government will hunt down the terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack. India downgraded diplomatic ties with Pakistan and took a flurry of measures including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty cancelling all visas issued to Pakistani nationals and shutting airspace to Pakistani airlines Instagram account of several Pakistani actors are no longer accessible to users in India The development comes amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan after 26 people were killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam Hania Aamir is among the Pakistani actors whose account has been blocked in India The account of several popular Pakistani actors and content creators shows up a 'Account not available' message when accessed by users from India This is because we complied with a legal request to restrict this content," Instagram says on these accounts Other Pak celebrities whose Instagram accounts have been blocked in India are Ali Zafar This social media crackdown follows the Indian government's move two days ago to ban 16 Pakistani YouTube channels including prominent media outlets like Dawn News The channels were banned for airing provocative and communally sensitive content false and misleading narratives and misinformation against India its Army and security agencies in the backdrop of the tragic Pahalgam terror attack a group of heavily armed terrorists emerged from the woods and targeted tourists on the Baisaran grassland near Pahalgam Hindu were killed in the attack that was reminiscent of the heyday of terrorism in the 1990s and 2000s and the worst to rock the country since the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba’s proxy claimed responsibility for the attack that coincided with US vice president JD Vance’s visit to India New Delhi has since identified three Pakistani terrorists and tracked their digital footprints to underline Islamabad’s role in the attack India announced a series of punitive measures against Pakistan including suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty shutting down of the only operation land border crossing at Attari and downgrading of diplomatic ties in view of cross-border links to the attack The core catcher is a key bit of safety equipment - it is a container in the form of a cone made of thermally resistant steel which in the unlikely event of an emergency will securely hold the melt of the core and not allow radioactive substances to leave the containment of the reactor The manufacture of the core catcher for unit 5 of the Paks plant was completed in Volgodonsk The device - with a maximum diameter of 11 metres a height of more than 15 metres and a weight of more than 730 tonnes - was transported by water in a journey that covered a total of 3200 kilometres and took 48 days to complete Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjártó commented: "Typically an international project involves international transport and this wasn't an exception The transport was organised by an Austrian company and the core-catcher trap arrived in Paks on a Slovakian ship "Our specialists are now taking over the core-catcher and the construction itself is in full swing so that the new units of the Paks nuclear power plant can be operational from the beginning of the next decade hence improving the security of Hungary's energy supply and helping us to preserve the achievements of the overhead reduction in the long run." "It is deeply symbolic that the first large-sized equipment that arrived at the Paks II NPP construction site is an element of the plant's safety systems," added Vitaly Polyanin Vice President of ASE JSC and Director of the Paks NPP Construction Project "The reliability and safety of the new Hungarian NPP is thus laid down long before its operation begins We are making every effort to be able to start building the power units and subsequently installing the molten core catcher - an important element of the passive safety of the new Hungarian NPP - at the end of this year or the beginning of next year." Preparatory works for the construction of Paks unit 5 are being performed according to the schedule preparation for ground extraction from the pit to the design elevation of 23 metres is underway which is a pre-condition for beginning the preparation of the foundation slab and subsequent large-scale works for construction of the new power facility French company says deal is response to ‘accelerated need for an alternative supply’ In a fresh threat to India amid the rising tensions over Pahalgam terror attack Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif warned on Friday that Islamabad would strike if New Delhi built any structure on the Indus River and violated the Indus Waters Treaty Khawaja Asif said that Pakistan will head to the available forums starting from the Indus Waters Treaty.(Reuters) In a TV interview with Geo News Khawaja Asif said that building any structure on the Indus River would be seen as 'Indian aggression' India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty as part of its response against Pakistan in the aftermath of the deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam that killed 26 people dead Aggression is not just about firing cannons or bullets; it has many faces One of those faces is (blocking or diverting water) which could lead to deaths due to hunger and thirst." then Pakistan will destroy that structure." Pakistan is heading to the available forums Khawaja Asif opined that it would not be easy for India to violate the treaty and said that Pakistan would approach the concerned stakeholders The Pakistani defence minister also reportedly slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for "staging the drama" for political gains He accused India of 'continuously inciting' and said that Islamabad "will take only retaliatory action" This is the second time that Khawaja Asif has tried to threaten India for its moves against Pakistan in the backdrop of the Pahalgam terror attack Last week, he had warned that India's moves could lead to an "all-out war" between the two nuclear-armed neighbours He had reportedly said that the world should be "worried" about the prospect of a full-blown conflict between the two nations Asif claimed that Pakistan was "prepared for any eventuality" amid the escalating tensions with India “We will measure our response to whatever is initiated by India It would be a measured response… If there is an all-out attack or something like that then obviously there will be an all-out war," he had said the Indian government also blocked the X account of Khawaja Asif amid the rising tensions between India and Pakistan Pakistan's information minister Attatullah Tarar on Wednesday had claimed to have "credible evidence" of an Indian military strike in Islamabad within the next 24-36 hours “Pakistan has credible intelligence that India intends carrying out military action against Pakistan in the next 24-36 hours on the pretext of baseless and concocted allegations of involvement in the Pahalgam incident,” Tarar said in a post on X on April 30 He had defended Pakistan as having been a victim of terrorism itself saying that the nation has condemned all forms of such violence Are you ready to join the thousands of companies who rely on Blue Book to drive smarter decisions We’d love to show you what Blue Book can do for you Drop us a line– we’ve been waiting for you 2025)—To support retailers and the growing demand for bagged avocados West Pak Avocado BB #:117036 has expanded its lineup for the 2025 California season... Murrieta, CA (March 24, 2025)—To support retailers and the growing demand for bagged avocados, West Pak Avocado BB #:117036 has expanded its lineup for the 2025 California season The added bags support the company’s AVO360 program which ensures a year-round supply of fruit and offers personalized avocado experiences and customer-focused insights for retailers throughout the United States including planting three million new trees and an increase in average per-acre yield West Pak growers are positioned to meet the growing demand for avocados in 2025 Projections by the California Avocado Commission (CAC) estimate a state-wide harvest of 375 million pounds for 2025 Retailers are encouraged to gear up for spring and summer the peak availability for California avocados West Pak Avocado proudly highlights the exceptional quality and plentiful supply of California-grown avocados in 2025 creates an ideal environment for growing avocados This nutrient-dense fruit is rich in nearly 20 vitamins making it a sought-after ingredient for health-conscious consumers In recent years, bagged avocado sales have significantly increased. According to the Hass Avocado Board (HAB) bagged avocados grew by over 20% from 2019 to 2021 reflecting a broader trend in the avocado market as more consumers look for packaged options that offer freshness and convenience This trend has been fueled by increased consumer awareness of the health benefits of avocados and innovative marketing strategies To support retailers and the growing demand for bagged avocados West Pak expanded its California lineup for the 2025 season In addition to the classic California Gold bag in conventional and organic versions West Pak has unveiled a bagged avocados series that highlights the rich culture of its top sourcing regions The new country-of-origin bags are the perfect fit for retailers who prefer to highlight the specific growing regions of the avocados they sell The origins bags were unveiled at the Global Produce and Flower Show in October 2024 and started rolling out versions for Mexico and Colombia right away, with the California bag kicking off in time for the Big Game in February the California GEM Avocados bag is a unique offering for retailers who want something different Pear-shaped like Hass fruit but slightly larger gold-flecked and dark green skin when ripe which peels easily for a delectable eating experience This rare variety serves up a slightly nutty sweetness with a highly versatile creamy-buttery texture that appeals to foodies and families alike “By offering an expanded lineup of bagged avocados we empower retailers to attract a wider audience and ultimately drive more sales during California avocado season Our innovative packaging enhances the shopping experience and highlights the incredible flavors and nutritional benefits California avocados provide,” said West Pak Avocado Vice President of Sales & Business Development Joe Nava West Pak Avocado remains dedicated to delivering high-quality fruit and tailored experiences that resonate with consumers and drive sales West Pak Avocado is a leading grower, packer, and distributor of premium avocados, dedicated to providing exceptional quality and personalized service. Through innovative practices and collaboration with customers, West Pak fosters strong partnerships to ensure that the best avocados reach consumers all year round. For more information about West Pak Avocado, please visit westpakavocado.com Senior Marketing Manager – West Pak Avocado Get access to all the news and analysis you need to make the right decision --- delivered to your inbox G&R Farms launches its 2025 Growing America’s Farmers (GAF) program featuring in-store Vidalia promotions and displays is recalling 4 Count Vine Ripe Tomatoes packaged in clam shell containers The Chilean/Peruvian offshore season will wrap up over the next four weeks Expect pricing to increase as the offshore season winds down The Foundation For Fresh Produce held its annual Consumer Connection Conference April 28-30 tangy refreshment of California-grown grapefruit and introducing a new way to enjoy it Subway is stepping in to make dining decisions even easier with the return of $6.99 Any Footlong all month long Pakistan-sponsored hacker groups made a series of unsuccessful attempts to breach Indian websites on Thursday Indian cybersecurity agencies acted swiftly a website serving the healthcare needs of ex-servicemen was defaced - a move seen as a deliberate attempt to target vulnerable segments of society Officials said such repeated targeting of non-combatant platforms highlights Pakistan's growing frustration and its continued descent into unethical cyber practices “Attacking platforms meant for children and veterans reflects a new low,” a senior cybersecurity officer told ANI on condition of anonymity Hackers also attempted to breach the websites of the Army Institute of Hotel Management and Indian Air Force veterans’ services the group “IOK Hacker” - short for Internet of Khilafah - tried to deface multiple Indian welfare and educational platforms after failing to penetrate critical national networks Intelligence agencies confirmed four related incidents APS Srinagar and APS Ranikhet were both subjected to propaganda attacks with APS Srinagar further facing a distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attack Simultaneous efforts to breach the Army Welfare Housing Organisation (AWHO) database and the Indian Air Force Placement Organisation portal were also thwarted Authorities were quick to isolate the compromised systems ensuring that no operational or classified information was affected All targeted platforms have since been restored Meanwhile, tensions remain high along the Line of Control (LoC) with the Pakistan Army resorting to unprovoked small arms firing for the eighth consecutive day into the early hours of May 2 and Akhnoor sectors in Jammu and Kashmir came under fire the troops responded in a calibrated and proportionate manner to the unprovoked small arms firing by the Pakistan Army On April 22, a group of heavily armed terrorists emerged from the woods and targeted tourists on the Baisaran grassland near Pahalgam The MVM Paks Nuclear Power Plant Ltd recorded its fifth-highest electricity production in 2024 This output accounts for nearly half of Hungary’s total electricity production and one-third of the country’s gross consumption the Paks facility has prevented close to 250 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions contributing significantly to Hungary’s environmental goals In 2023 the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) conducted its comprehensive safety review The agency recognized the plant’s commitment to safe and reliable operations The OSART report highlighted four exemplary practices at Paks including a self-developed software system capable of accurately predicting initial incidents and their subsequent events These best practices have now been incorporated into the global nuclear industry’s knowledge base Paks was ranked within the top 30 per cent of all nuclear power plants worldwide Among approximately 150 reactor units evaluated by the Paris Centre of the World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO) all four Paks units placed in the top 25 per cent The Paks Nuclear Power Plant continues to maintain close cooperation with Paks II Ltd which is overseeing the construction of a new nuclear facility adjacent to the existing plant including environmental assessments from observation wells and structural integrity checks on the plant’s fourth unit confirms that construction activities at Paks II pose no risk to the safety of the operational reactors Hungarian Conservative is a quarterly magazine on contemporary political philosophical and cultural issues from a conservative perspective Tensions between India and Pakistan continued to rise on Saturday in the wake of last week’s deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam The two countries have engaged in a series of retaliatory measures since then beginning with India halting the Indus Waters Treaty processes and suspending visas for Pakistani nationals Pakistan on Friday announced that it would continue to allow the use of the Wagah border crossing for its citizens stranded in India following New Delhi's decision to revoke visas in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror incident.(PTI) In response to Pakistan's continued firing across the Line of Control (LoC) Indian forces have retaliated in a timely and proportionate manner since the attack on April 22 citing “cross-border linkages” to the gruesome attack has vowed “severe punishment” for those responsible including the United States and the European Union have called on both nations to de-escalate the situation while unequivocally condemning the Pahalgam terror attack India has reiterated that the “perpetrators backers and planners” of the assault must be held accountable According to a PTI report quoting individuals familiar with the developments Pakistan has been aggressively stepping up naval alerts conducting intensified drills in the Arabian Sea and repeatedly violating the ceasefire along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir since the April 22 incident Mostly cloudy this evening with thunderstorms developing after midnight Tetra Pak’s Denton facility on Airport Road employs more than 700 team members today Tetra Pak produces shelf-stable packaging that allows food like dairy milk juice and broth to stay safe for long periods without additives preservatives or refrigeration before opening The original Denton facility opened in 1984 The building is currently undergoing an expansion and opened a technical training center on-site in 2024 for hands-on training and development opportunities for customers and employees a food processing and packaging solutions company marked its 40th year in Denton at the end of 2024 was Tetra Pak’s first in the United States and today the 264,000-square-foot site includes a global IT hub packaging material production factory and offices which officials say runs on 100% renewable energy produces shelf-stable packaging that allows food like dairy milk juice and broth to stay safe for long periods of time without additives our team in Denton has been helping Tetra Pak realize its purpose: We commit to making food safe and available and we promise to protect what’s good — food to help deliver the innovative solutions our customers need to succeed we help communities and the planet to flourish.” is currently undergoing an expansion project that will enable the factory to produce more than 10 billion food packages annually Such growth continues to bring new manufacturing jobs to Denton as Tetra Pak evolves to meet future customers’ needs the Denton facility was on track to produce an estimated 6.8 billion food packages Tetra Pak also completed an expansion of its technical training center adding new equipment and resources to enhance hands-on training and development opportunities for customers and employees Since Tetra Pak first opened its facility in Denton 40 years ago the facility has grown from just 80 employees — six of whom still work there — to more than 700 Teply said the Denton campus is an environment that fosters collaboration and partnership but with each other and with the community trusted to think differently and supported to grow,” he said Teply said Tetra Pak’s work in Denton goes beyond city or county limits “Our purpose is evident in our school milk programs our support of initiatives to reduce food insecurity and our efforts to increase sustainability across the food value chain,” he said Tetra Pak has been active in supporting Denton ISD with water donations for back-to-school fairs and several employees have invested their time to hold carton recycling demonstrations with local elementary schools and scouting groups Teply said that continued strong growth in 2025 is expected across Tetra Pak’s international business “which will continue to drive more demand for our products that are produced here in Denton.” Plus “we do have several exciting projects we’re working on to support this future growth in Denton.” This article was originally published in Denton County magazine For additional content and access to our free bimonthly publication This article was originally published in the new spring issue of Denton 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All rights reserved. and the Swinging Golfer design are registered trademarks The Korn Ferry trademark is also a registered trademark and is used in the Korn Ferry Tour logo with permission Official First Look of Original Series Revealed Today Click HERE to embed the clip and HERE for the logo 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Humor and heart await in Nickelodeon's all-new 2D-animated series Wylde Pak which follows the daily life of a blended multigenerational Korean American family Inspired by co-creators and executive producers Paul Watling and Kyle Marshall's family life the 26-episode comedy series follows half siblings Lily and Jack as they learn to navigate new family dynamics under one roof for the first time the series is slated to debut this summer on the network "Nickelodeon's commitment to showcasing stories about the human experience holds true with the debut of the original series Wylde Pak," said Ramsey Naito President of Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Animation "We can't wait for our audience to meet this wonderfully blended family which encapsulates what it means to be a modern family navigating the world around them while learning more about each other along the way." half-siblings Jack and Lily are pushed outside their comfort zones as they learn to coexist while navigating new family dynamics and endless hijinks all while helping run the family's pet grooming and boarding business the two will learn about each other's previously separate lives and their family embark on the epic quest of navigating their local Asian market competing to find a highly coveted box of imported Hallasand cookies With mind-bending obstacles coming at them from every direction Lily and their family must work together to stand a chance against some tough competition a competitive and fun-loving 11-year-old and Benjamin Plessala (SpongeBob: Sponge on the Run) as Jack Wylde Lily's 13-year-old adventurous half-brother who just came into town for the summer Jee Young Han (Unprisoned) as the voice of Min-Ju Pak and Jean Yoon (Kim's Convenience) as the voice of Halmoni and Lily and Jack's caring yet stubborn grandma For early looks at Wylde Pak, check out the Nicktoons and The Loud House YouTube channels for more shorts and clips Wylde Pak is the second short from Nickelodeon's Intergalactic Shorts Program to be greenlit into a series It is co-created by Paul Watling (The Tiger's Apprentice) and Kyle Marshall (The Loud House) who both serve as executive producers alongside Seonna Hong (My Life as a Teenage Robot) and Conrad Vernon (Shrek) Nickelodeon is a part of Paramount's (Nasdaq: PARA PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment brands Nickelodeon and Spin Master Entertainment will keep the PAW-ty going this spring with the renewal of the global preschool hit PAW Patrol and its hit.. Nickelodeon is continuing the mythology and adventure of the beloved animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender with Avatar: Seven Havens Television Entertainment Film and Motion Picture Children Do not sell or share my personal information: 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Emerald Lake Capital Management ("Emerald Lake") a middle market private equity firm investing in capital-efficient businesses with sustainable competitive advantages and strong growth prospects in the industrials and services sectors eco-friendly packaging for prepared and takeout foods Terms of the transaction were not disclosed Inno-Pak holds more than 170 design and utility patents on products ranging from nested paper takeout containers flat bottom laminated bag systems for rotisserie chickens InnoPak's products span multiple substrates – including paperboard and corrugated – a differentiator that enables the Company to adapt quickly to changing customer needs and preferences.  Since partnering with Emerald Lake in 2020 Inno-Pak has made strides in new product innovation while also making significant investments in its manufacturing and distribution footprint The Company opened its first scaled domestic production facility in 2023 a greenfield plant in Ohio which included an expansion of its primary distribution center and in 2022 opened in Nevada an additional distribution center to add capacity and support for West Coast customers Inno-Pak also completed three strategic acquisitions to expand its product offerings geographic presence and manufacturing capacity – Stalk Market in 2022 and Finishing Services Inc Inno-Pak has strengthened its team with the buildout of its sales organization as well as several senior leadership hires "We're pleased to have partnered with the Inno-Pak team to support the Company's growth and continued ability to meet demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions as customer preferences shift towards prepared foods coming from supermarkets and app-based delivery," said Dan Lukas "We have been continually impressed by Inno-Pak's differentiated ability to work across multiple substrates and product types to meet the full spectrum of prepared food packaging needs We are proud of what the Company has accomplished to expand product development We appreciate the efforts of Chris Sanzone and the rest of the Inno-Pak team in driving the Company's success during our partnership We wish Inno-Pak continued success as part of Handgards." Inno-Pak has experienced tremendous growth across our product portfolio and team capabilities," said Chris Sanzone "We are grateful for our partnership with the Emerald Lake team culture of innovation and focus on remaining adaptable to meet the needs of our customers We look forward to a productive partnership with Handgards which has a proven track record in our industry which will help us to unlock our next chapter of growth." Baird and BMO Capital Markets served as financial advisers to Inno-Pak Kirkland & Ellis LLP acted as legal adviser to Emerald Lake and the Company Inno-Pak is a North American leader in innovative high-quality food packaging for the food service convenience store and hospitality industries Inno-Pak has a broad range of more than 100 patented products across multiple substrates supported by robust manufacturing capabilities – which include sheeting/printing Inno-Pak designs its innovative products specifically to address the needs of its direct customers and end consumers in the growing prepared food and takeout sectors All of Inno-Pak's manufacturing facilities are certified food-safe by global standards and maintain rigorous standards for quality As a proud member of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition Inno-Pak focuses almost exclusively on packaging that is recyclable Inno-Pak is the creator of the Compostable INNOBOX EDGE™ the only paperboard takeout carton certified compostable by the Biodegradable Products Institute Inno-Pak has production facilities in the United States and Canada and offices in Houston Handgards, headquartered in El Paso, Texas, is a leading distributor of foodservice products, including disposable gloves, reclosable bags, tabletop items, expendables, and other carryout products. For more information, please visit: www.handgards.com Media ContactKate Thompson / Sarah SalkyJoele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher212-355-4449[email protected] Emerald Lake Capital Management ("Emerald Lake") today announced three recent additions to the firm's investment team: Stephen Burhenn has joined.. 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