“Building a fault-tolerant quantum computer with superconducting qubits is comparable to constructing a mega-science facility such as CERN or the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO), with millions of components and complex cryogenic systems,” the researchers write. “Many of these components — from high-density wiring to control electronics — require years of dedicated development before reaching commercial production.” Superconducting qubits, unlike naturally identical atoms, are man-made and show considerable variation in performance. This means each qubit needs to be individually tuned. The researchers write: “Superconducting qubits can be thought of as artificial atoms, the properties of which — including transition frequencies and coupling strengths — can be engineered and tuned. This reconfigurable nature has been critical to achieving high performance, especially in integrated systems.” While this flexibility allows engineers to avoid errors like crosstalk between qubits, it complicates scaling — requiring more control hardware and software, and raising costs. Adding to the complexity are defects called two-level systems, tiny flaws in the materials used to build qubits. These defects can cause a qubit’s frequency to drift, lowering fidelity and introducing errors. Despite being known for decades, the physical origins of these defects remain poorly understood, making them hard to eliminate. Google’s researchers say understanding and mitigating these defects will require collaborative work across physics, chemistry, materials science, and engineering. Materials Research and Fabrication Overhaul Two-level systems are believed to arise from imperfections or contamination during chip fabrication, according to the study. Eliminating these will require changes in how quantum chips are made. Current techniques use organic materials that can leave behind impurities. New materials — such as improved superconductors — and better cleanroom processes could help, but need rigorous testing. According to the researchers, one problem is current tools for characterizing materials defects are inefficient. Qubits themselves are used as sensors, which is time-consuming and yields sparse data. The study calls for developing faster, specialized tools that can analyze qubit materials during manufacturing and link surface features to performance issues. Standardized sensors, like modified transmon qubits designed to measure environmental interference, could also help create a shared testing framework for the quantum industry. Initiatives like the Boulder Cryogenic Quantum Testbed aim to fill this gap by offering standardized measurement services to hardware developers. Mitigation Strategies Exist — But Don’t Scale Easily In the meantime, researchers use mitigation techniques to reduce the impact of defects. One common method is frequency optimization, where software algorithms search for the best operating frequency for each qubit and coupler. While effective in small systems, the method requires complex modeling and computation, which may not scale well. Other methods include tuning frequencies with microwave fields or electric fields. But these require extra hardware or have limited flexibility, again posing challenges for large-scale systems. A fault-tolerant quantum computer will need to match the scale of modern supercomputers, with millions of components operating at temperatures near absolute zero. Building such systems means rethinking their architecture. Because current cryogenic systems can only host a few thousand qubits and take days to cycle between hot and cold states, Google proposes a modular design. Instead of one giant machine, smaller, self-contained modules would each house a portion of the total system. This approach would reduce maintenance time and cost, and allow individual modules to be tested and replaced without needing to shut down the entire system. However, this modularity will only work if performance requirements can be translated from system-wide goals down to individual modules. Testing such large numbers of components will require new high-throughput tools. Today’s test infrastructure, borrowed from classical chipmaking, isn’t yet adapted for quantum hardware — particularly for testing at millikelvin temperatures. Even as the field grows, new challenges are emerging. As systems scale, previously negligible issues — such as parasitic couplings and control signal interference — begin to affect overall system behavior. Experiments with large processors like Sycamore and its successor, Willow, have revealed new types of errors that affect groups of qubits simultaneously. For example, leakage errors, which is where a qubit’s state escapes the defined computational space, can spread and cause correlated errors across the system, undermining error correction methods. Although not always listed as a source of noise, even cosmic rays have emerged as a threat. These high-energy particles can disrupt qubits in large-scale systems, setting a limit on performance. Research teams are now developing techniques such as junction gap engineering and leakage removal circuits to mitigate these new error sources. Fundamental Research and Industry Need Each Other Much of the progress in superconducting qubits has come from collaboration. Academic researchers invented the transmon qubit, improved materials, and tested mitigation strategies long before industry picked them up. Google’s Sycamore processor used academic research on tunable couplers to build a high-fidelity, large-qubit array. Its successor, Willow, benefits from university-led improvements in qubit coherence and fabrication. Looking forward, Megrant and Chen argue that building a fault-tolerant quantum computer will take a similar path to other mega-science projects. Both fundamental science and scalable engineering must advance together. Industry has the resources to build and integrate, while academia drives discovery. Keep track of everything going on in the Quantum Technology Market. One of our team will be in touch to learn more about your requirements, and provide pricing and access options. You can unsubscribe anytime. For more details, review our Privacy Policy. You have successfully joined our subscriber list. Subscribe to our industry leading leading newsletter for the latest in quantum news and insights. Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInALLIANCE, Ohio (WOIO) - Alliance Police arrested a man who allegedly stole over $1,000 worth of Meijer’s merchandise Thursday. According to a Facebook post, 53-year-old Kenneth Lesher was arrested for shoplifting after taking an assortment of trading cards and electronic gaming equipment. Police said he then threw the stolen goods over the lawn and garden fence and tried to recover the items outside without paying. Police estimated the items were worth about $1957.52. Lesher was wanted with warrants from adult parole, North Canton, Medina and Summit County. Brendan O'Brien in Washington and Ryan Patrick Jones in Ontario; Editing by Bill Berkrot 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 Ryan Chan is a Newsweek reporter based in Hong Kong, where he previously had over a decade of experience at a local newspaper, covering China and current events around the world. His focus is on security and defense issues in the Western Pacific region. He is a graduate of Hong Kong Baptist University. You can get in touch with Ryan by emailing r.chan@newsweek.com either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content A United States naval ship that serves as a floating base completed an overhaul in Japan marking the first time a Japanese shipyard performed such maintenance for the ally's navy Secretary of the Navy John Phelan's visit to Japan earlier this week who suggested that the American treaty ally could help Washington counter China's rapid naval buildup by building ships for civilian and military uses Newsweek reached out to the Chinese Defense Ministry via email for comment China is seeking to challenge America's naval dominance with the largest navy in the world by hull count. An expert previously explained to Newsweek that China has conducted "very significant" infrastructure construction programs supporting the expansion of its warship fleet expeditionary mobile base USS Miguel Keith on April 15 completed a five-month regular overhaul at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Yokohama Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC) said on Thursday The 787-foot-long Miguel Keith, which has been stationed in the Seventh Fleet's operating area—the Western Pacific and Indian Oceans—since 2020 provide living quarters for troops and operate command-and-control facilities explained that using the Japanese shipyard for repair has allowed the SRF-JRMC to focus its efforts on the three other warship maintenance availabilities being conducted simultaneously in Yokosuka "We were even able to complete one of those availabilities [three] days early and respond to two unplanned voyage repairs," the commander said The SRF-JRMC provides intermediate- and depot-level repair in support of American naval operations in the Indo-Pacific region During the overhaul at the Japanese shipyard the Miguel Keith replaced 56,000 square feet of decking on its flight deck and mission deck completed deck replacement and preservation in 29 spaces aboard and painted its entire exterior from bow to stern USS Miguel Keith (ESB-5) Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary mobile base in Yokohama, Japan - March 23, 2025 #ussmiguelkeith #esb5SRC: TW-@Ocoge_Camera pic.twitter.com/ND6CRU6gBM Navy said: "Charged with expanding and revitalizing U.S the [Secretary of the Navy John Phelan] toured Japan Marine United (JMU) to understand industry best practices and encourage investment in American shipyards reinforcing President Trump's America First agenda." Secretary of the Navy John Phelan said in an interview with Nikkei Asia: "One of the things I've noticed studying the Chinese navy and the Chinese shipbuilding industry is they design their commercial ships with a military application in mind." The Center for Strategic and International Studies reported: "China's lead in the global commercial shipbuilding market is huge and growing...Through its 'military-civil fusion' strategy China has integrated commercial and military production at many of its shipyards giving its People's Liberation Army Navy access to infrastructure and intellectual property acquired from commercial contracts." is likely to arrange for additional naval ships to undergo overhaul at shipyards owned by Japan and South Korea during their deployments in the Indo-Pacific region Maintenance in theater would reduce downtime and costs Newsweek is committed to challenging conventional wisdom and finding connections in the search for common ground Newsweek is committed to journalism that is factual and fair We value your input and encourage you to rate this article Newsletters in your inbox See all Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInALLIANCE, Ohio (WOIO) - Alliance Police are asking for help identifying two people who allegedly stole over $200 worth of candles. According to a Facebook post, the theft took place at Meijer, and the two stole about $233.89 worth of candles. Alliance Police provided a photo from surveillance cameras. 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As a member of its Scientific Advisory Board Professor Chibale is one of the scientific experts from around the world who advises INTREPID's work INTREPID's bi-annual antiviral pipeline reports are a key contribution to the 100 Days Mission whose aim is to be prepared as much as possible so that within the first 100 days of a new pandemic threat being identified INTREPID's research is freely available and is intended to support policymakers and the global scientific community in identifying the most urgent needs and highest-impact opportunities in antiviral R&D The INTREPID Alliance is a non-profit consortium of innovative biopharmaceutical companies and associations committed to accelerating the development of antivirals for epidemic and pandemic threats Through independent landscape analysis and policy engagement the Alliance supports science-based investment and preparedness strategies aligned with global public health goals.  the INTREPID Alliance maintains and publishes a centralized list of promising investigational candidate compounds with the purpose of knowledge-sharing and to support better pandemic preparedness These compounds have been selected based on objective and at arm's length from commercial influence of our member companies See criteria listed in the report "Antiviral Clinical Development Landscape and Promising Clinical Compounds." 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Medical Pharmaceuticals Biotechnology Health Care & Hospitals Infection Control Do not sell or share my personal information: the United States may face a combination of National Defense Strategy competitors in a shooting war while still holding terrorist groups at bay and responding to yet more crises across the globe It is not difficult to imagine a scenario in which things go badly and partner ground forces engaged in close combat recognizable to World War I and II veterans yet infused with waves of uncrewed land and maritime surface and sub-surface systems and autonomous systems are gone within 72 hours Some weapons and systems simply fail to work sabotaged at some point via vulnerable supply chains for semiconductors and electronics arms makers’ efforts to increase production capacity they cannot match the pace of combat expenditure And the contested transit time between the point of final manufacturing and the point of need This scenario is as plausible as it is dire thanks to the ever-increasing complexities of global geopolitics the lack of national industrial capacity to produce the materiel required to win a future fight and the changed character of warfare that features the rapid employment and adaptation of relatively inexpensive drones The challenges cannot be solved by the military alone They require concerted effort across government government can lead efforts to address and avert these challenges but the time and space to do so is rapidly dwindling Special Operations Command is well-positioned to provide some of the necessary assistance and connective tissue between a wide array of traditional and non-traditional government By stitching together this network of collaboration and highlighting opportunities for private capital within an expanded industrial base the Special Operations Forces can be part of a unified approach that creates new and unsolvable strategic dilemmas for competitors The Chinese Communist Party seeks to subvert the international rules-based order and supplant U.S from military aggression in the Indo-Pacific to the wanton theft of intellectual property to transnational repression against China’s ethnic diaspora longstanding military and economic relationships and North Korea pose their own increasingly intertwined challenges They are combining their strengths and capabilities—military technical—to create new dilemmas for the U.S Further complicating all this is the increasingly fluid nature of warfare driven by rapidly emerging and increasingly capable digital technologies uncrewed systems allow state and non-state actors without a competitive Air Force or Navy to contest maritime and air domains from development to employment to enemy adaptation and attritable forces can rout exquisite ones When the U.S. economy transformed into a production behemoth that could overwhelm U.S foes in World War II with aircraft carriers it built upon a solid skeleton of manufacturing capacity Too many technologies of the wars of today and tomorrow—autonomous systems and batteries— rely on overseas materials and factories and indeed on ones controlled by potential adversaries Fixing that relies on strengthening partnerships and building friendly production ecosystems partnerships increasingly determine how far we go These are not just the traditional military partnerships They also include newer partnerships with research institutions and industry help to counter the growing array of irregular challenges With Special Operations providing the connective tissue working side-by-side at the coffee-breath close level we can create a unified approach towards deterrence The command is also working to help companies in the U.S and its partners and allies to find the private capital they need to bring to market key innovations in sensors The entire ecosystem must develop friendly production and consider expanding the traditional U.S defense industrial base with non-traditional companies This starts with looking at the components of dual-use technologies and ensuring they do not rely on a potentially compromised—or hostile—actor for critical resources or stages of production Commercial decisions have increasingly strategic consequences for security firms to onshore or “friend-shore” the industrial production of batteries government should continue to identify and highlight assessed supply chain risk using analysis from interagency efforts to facilitate improved decision-making and inform conversations with industry The opening scenario of this article represents what could happen if the United States fails to adapt to geopolitical realities address increasingly glaring vulnerabilities and used within the ecosystem of an expanded industrial base will drive unstoppable advancements and unmatched deterrence This year’s Special Operations Forces Week in Tampa Special Operations Command is working to link the global special operations community with industry SOF Week aims to more closely 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Indiana’s controversial property tax changes will not affect Indianapolis Public Schools operations in 2025-26 — but in later years they’ll mean “giant cuts” to the district’s budget and require “gut-wrenching” decisions Superintendent Aleesia Johnson said Friday The district is also accepting nominations for people who wish to serve on a new state-mandated group that will examine resource-sharing between IPS and charter schools not only reduces the amount IPS will receive in property tax revenue beginning in 2026 but also requires the district to share that revenue with charters in 2028 Lawmakers also created a new Indianapolis Local Education Alliance which will examine the sharing of transportation and building resources between the district and the roughly 50 brick-and-mortar K-12 charter schools within its borders Johnson said SB 1 creates a “win-lose framework” that incentivizes competition between schools over an even smaller pot of funds “Our community worked tirelessly to stop this bill because we know there’s no way we can move forward with such giant cuts to our budget without gut-wrenching decisions at IPS,” she said “We will vigorously pursue savings and cost reduction opportunities,” Johnson added “But we will do so while keeping stability for students and families at the forefront.” Get everything you need to know about Indy's public schools in 3 minutes — sign up today By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Notice and European users agree to the data transfer policy. You may also receive occasional messages from sponsors Johnson or her representative will also serve on the alliance The district is also launching an online transportation survey to help inform the ILEA’s members on recommendations for improving school transportation “While I’m deeply concerned about the scale of changes ahead we will strive to continue to engage our community deeply,” Johnson said IPS will host a series of town halls to provide the public with a detailed analysis on the impact of the recently passed state laws IPS plans to organize the town halls before the ILEA’s first meeting in June “IPS is more than 150 years old,” Johnson said “We’ve been here a long time as the pillar of this community and we are going to be here a long time to come.” Amelia Pak-Harvey covers Indianapolis and Lawrence Township schools for Chalkbeat Indiana. Contact Amelia at apak-harvey@chalkbeat.org The seven new schools are part of a multiyear flurry of openings that city officials hope will reinvigorate the system at a time of faltering enrollment and New Jersey have in-state tuition programs for undocumented students the Trump administration plans to take action against those programs A funding shortfall in the state budget forced New York City to freeze enrollment for a popular child care voucher program for low-income families Superintendent Aleesia Johnson said that while she’s deeply concerned about the changes brought by a new property tax law the district will strive to engage the community Here’s what I wish I could say when someone asks President Donald Trump’s proposed federal budget would cut nearly $6 billion from K-12 education the proposal offers insight into Trump’s plans Join them to learn everything you need to know about Marion County's public schools and statewide education policy in our free newsletter By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Notice and European users agree to the data transfer policy. You may also receive occasional messages from sponsors CHALKBEAT IS A CIVIC NEWS COMPANY NEWSROOM ©2025 In February of 2024, Microsoft outlined its six-pillared comprehensive approach to addressing abusive AI-generated content The foundation these pillars are built upon is responsibility Microsoft leadership believes it is imperative for the tech sector to continually and proactively address fraud Microsoft published a whitepaper in July 2024 and highlighted AI-generated fraud as one of the abuses United States policymakers should consider addressing with new legislation In accordance with this ethos and as the next step in its ongoing fight against scams around the world Microsoft now announces that it will be joining GASA as a Foundation Member Microsoft readily grants its knowledge and expertise to an organization that has dedicated itself to protecting consumers everywhere from scams of all kinds It is GASA’s mission to unite public authorities and technology platforms in sharing knowledge and coordinating effective actions that shield consumers from scams scammers drained the global economy of more than $1.03 trillion.2 Together Microsoft and the other members of GASA hope to stem these losses going forward.   As well as joining GASA as a Foundation Member, Microsoft also announces it is joining the Global Signal Exchange (GSE) the world’s first clearing house for scam and fraud threat signals The GSE enables member organizations to collaborate in order to tackle online scams and abuse—with more than 191 million threat signals being monitored in real time The GSE is a United Kingdom not-for-profit organization owned by Oxford Information Labs (OXIL) and was launched in partnership with GASA Microsoft is one of the first 20 leading international organizations that has joined in recent months “We are delighted to welcome Microsoft to the Global Signal Exchange by putting a spotlight on where scams are happening online and by sharing information about online scams and fraud across the internet ecosystem We aim to help stop malicious activities faster make them less effective and so less profitable for the criminals The Global Signal Exchange empowers us all to share a vision for data sharing based on a global The Global Signal Exchange platform surfaces malicious URLs With the new data being shared by Microsoft the organization’s mandate will steadily continue to broaden in order to cover more threats and threat actors Microsoft and the rest of the organizations participating in the GSE will work to shine a light not just on cybercrime but upon those individuals and groups facilitating it as well.  1International Scammers Steal Over $1 Trillion in 12 Months in Global State of Scams Report 2024 2Global Signal Exchange and we embrace our responsibility to make the world a safer place ALLIANCE ‒ The city's Fire Department has tagged abandoned commercial structures with red placards that warn first responders of possible dangers The signs started appearing in recent months − bold stamped with a date − mostly on downtown buildings The warnings are clear: Either the place is structurally safe or its not helping first responders determine how they should handle any potential fire there we're going into a defensive posture," Fire Chief Jason Hunt said "We're not sending anyone in to unduly risk their lives." The Fire Department spent $522 in federal funds to purchase the signs in December Ten to 12 of the signs were installed in February The date on the placard stamps the condition of the specific structure at that moment Hunt said the department has been updating its records on commercial structures Hunt said they put up the placards to give firefighters "one more layer of safety" to warn them of structural integrity before they go inside "The fire code allows us to put placards on buildings," Hunt said Safety-Service Director Mike Dreger credited former fire inspector Brian Breiding and current fire inspector Chris Waffler for the placards "This sudden proliferation of placards is an outgrowth of the changes that coincide when there's a change of position," said Safety-Service Director Mike Dreger This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page The Alliance for the Arts has appointed Michael Hebler as its new events and programming director One of his duties includes continuing the Alliance’s theater program I wanted theater to continue,” said Hebler “I think it’s a very important .… It’s a performing art I told them I definitely want to continue with theater While theater will continue to have a presence at the Alliance it will look quite a bit different under Hebler’s direction “I’m looking forward to bringing musicals back to the Alliance,” Hebler said “I think we will start that with a musical revue night sometime this August or September just to help get people familiar with the Alliance for the Arts as a place to come see a musical And then we’ll look into actually producing musicals whether it’s ‘Godspell,’ ‘The Fantastiks,’ ‘110 in the Shade,’ ‘Assassins,’ some of the smaller productions.” as well as productions by the Alliance Youth Theatre under the direction of Carmen Crussard “The Alliance Youth Theatre will still be part of the yearly programming,” Hebler noted In May is ‘Peter and Wendy’ and then ‘In the Heights’ in June and she has just sent us her pitch list for the following season So she will continue on with producing the children’s theater here for the next season.” Hebler won’t reveal the plays he’s pitched to Alliance Director Neil Volz for November and February But he leaves little doubt that they’ll reflect a new direction for theater at the Alliance for the Arts “There are some fantastic productions out there that just need to get produced,” Hebler added hopefully we’ll be able to grow the theater department even more as time goes on.” New Events & Programming Director Michael Hebler will do more than merely pitch production ideas to Director Neil Volz and the Alliance board The productions will initially run for two weekends “But I’m kind of following the pattern that was already set in place here until we grow and get more exposure to the Alliance for the Arts being on the forefront of people’s minds as someplace to go see theater." Hebler holds a degree in Theatre Arts from Orange Coast College in California life took him in a different direction soon after Hebler established a career as an international film publicist he collaborated on high-profile projects for major studios “I worked on ‘WALL-E.' I worked on ‘Up.’ I worked on the third ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ movie at 'Worlds End,'” Hebler noted “I worked on the second ‘Narnia’ movie and the Jim Carrey 'Christmas Carol' by Disney there was ‘Poseidon’ and ‘Superman Returns,’ and some for Lions Gate as well which I mostly did at Comic-Con when I worked three consecutive years at Comic-Con in San Diego.” working as an Events Project Manager for Rich Dad Education in Cape Coral until COVID hit he successfully orchestrated large-scale live symposiums throughout North America building strong relationships with attendees and vendors Hebler began volunteering at the Alliance in August of 2024 “My first event here was called ‘80s versus '90s Party Night,’” Hebler recalled They had so many people come through the doors I was immediately blown away by the campus and hearing about everything they had to offer here the outreach manager position opened up at the Alliance “I found out during the ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ event in 2024 that the outreach manager was going to be leaving,” Hebler said went through the interview process and I took her position as outreach manager in early December of last year.” “Now I’m the events and programming director anything that is art-related that is a ticketed event.” His published works include a series of four novels His deep passion for all arts inspires his commitment to fostering community and celebrating the transformative power of creativity Theater is an important part of that equation Support for WGCU’s arts & culture reporting comes from the Estate of Myra Janco Daniels and Naomi Bloom in loving memory of her husband BRAINERD — The Crossing Arts Alliance came together in 2000 and has connected people to the arts in the Brainerd area ever since Executive Director Jennifer Jacquot-DeVries joined the KAXE Morning Show recently to share information about a celebration event and reflect on what it means to be an arts organization that serves its community Brainerd was the location of the first railroad crossing over the Mississippi River "We take that to mean the crossing is how we each sort of take steps on this bridge of mutual collective understanding learning how we're the same and how we're different," Jacquot-DeVries said The organization will celebrate 25 years at an event from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, May 8, at Passport, formerly known as Sage on Laurel, in downtown Brainerd. Refreshments, door prizes, and an hour-long slideshow in the background are included. RSVPs are appreciated at crossingarts.org Crossing Arts is currently showing an exhibit by Sam Zimmerman called "Walking the Shores." Zimmerman will be at a reception from 5-7 p.m Jacquot-DeVries shared the importance of having a vibrant arts scene in a community "Creating art is just a really healthy and joyful thing that we really hope that more people will come to us and find opportunities to be creative and just sit down and relax." How have the arts impacted your community? Let us know! Show Comments Load More NY – The Barkeater Trails Alliance (BETA) annual meeting will be held on Saturday at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts located at 17 Algonquin Drive in Lake Placid Everyone with an interest in community trails for mountain biking and skiing is welcome to gather for this free event Light fare and a complimentary drink will be provided The meeting provides an opportunity for BETA supporters and members of the public to get together to celebrate local trails learn about the organization’s direction and its projects and Future” will start with a nod to the organization’s foundational goals Board President Patrick Carey will give an overview of the state of BETA’s trail systems and share highlights about the trail building and maintenance work scheduled for this year Executive Director Glenn Glover will then share his vision for the long term future of BETA Alexis Megliore during a volunteer trail work day at Scott’s Cobble last spring.Photo Credit: Megan Gorss After the presentations there will be informal opportunities to share suggestions and concerns with the BETA board and staff “I’m looking forward to meeting more community members in my second Spring with the organization,” said BETA Executive Director Glenn Glover Interested parties are encouraged to bring their friends and express their enthusiasm for local trails and advocate for a system of community and backcountry trails for ski touring and other human-powered activities in the eastern High Peaks region of the Adirondack Park BETA manages over 125 miles of trails including the Jackrabbit Ski Trail Craigwood/Scott’s Cobble trails in Lake Placid Learn more about the organization online here: betatrails.org Photo at top: Stefano Fachin during a volunteer trail day at Blueberry Hill Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" The Adirondack Almanack is a public forum dedicated to promoting and discussing current events nature and outdoor recreation and other topics of interest to the Adirondacks and its communities We publish commentary and opinion pieces from voluntary contributors as well as news updates and event notices from area organizations Contributors include veteran local writers and outdoor enthusiasts from around the Adirondack region views and opinions expressed by these various authors are not necessarily those of the Adirondack Almanack or its publisher Alliance-area news in brief for May 5Alliance ReviewFOOD TRUCK AT SRMC – Boardman Chick-fil-A will stop from 11 a.m and 10% of all proceeds that day will support SRMC’s Cancer Fund The truck will be set up in SRMC’s front parking lot area directly across from the hospital off East State Street Drivers can enter the SRMC parking lot from East State Street AULTMAN GRIEF CAMP – Aultman Grief Services plans a one-day camp to help comfort grieving children from 9 a.m May 31 in the Play-Action Plaza in Hall of Fame Village in Canton Camp Hope is open to grieving children ages 5 – 11 TRUSTEES – Knox Township trustees plan two meetings this week Trustees then will meet again for a special meeting at 9 a.m Wednesday in the same location for a construction meeting with the contractor on the Cold Storage Building Project MARLINGTON MEETING – Marlington Local Schools’ Board of Education plans a work sessionto discuss finances and the May 2025 five-year forecast at 6 p.m Tuesday in the Marlington High School Digital Learning Zone at 10450 Moulin Ave the meeting will be live-streamed on Marlington Local Schools Technology Department’s YouTube channel CHURCH CONCERT – Grace United Church of Christ in Lake Township plans a free “Get Ready for Summer” concert by Northeast Ohio community choir MajesticVoice Chorus May 18 in the church’s Family Activity Center Additional information about the group can be found at MajesticVoice.org Grace UCC Uniontown is at 13275 Cleveland Ave. across the street from Uniontown Primary School SQUARE DANCING – The Friendly Squares plans its monthly square dance Ken Campbell will be the caller and Frankie Hammond will be cuing line dances There will be a $7 donation per person at the door WEST BRANCH – West Branch Local Schools Board of Education plans a special meeting at 4 p.m Purpose of the meeting is for the board to recess into executive session to consider the appointment of a public official LOUISVILLE SCHOOLS – Louisville City Schools Board of Education plans a special meeting at 6:30 p.m The meeting will be a work session to discuss board policy the expiring emergency operating levy and the November 2025 b allot ALLIANCE SUMMER CONCERTS – The City of Alliance’s Downtown Summer Concert Series Rockin at the Caboose will return for 2025 with free shows sponsored by Alliance Area Chamber of Commerce Most of the shows will be timed to the city’s Final Friday celebrations in the city’s downtown area Shows planned and the act performing are: May 30 at the city’s Carnation Caboose Parking Lot along East Main Street Courtesy Greater Houston Disaster Alliance Established in May 2023 by Greater Houston Community Foundation and United Way of Greater Houston, and in close partnership with the city of Houston and Harris County, the Greater Houston Disaster Alliance is focused on mitigating the repeated harm that the region’s most vulnerable neighbors experience and supporting local social infrastructure by making recovery resources more efficient and more accessible and by supporting public-private partnerships across local the Disaster Alliance focused on engaging city and county leadership and reengaging with more than 200 local nonprofit organizations after more than three years without a declared disaster Nonprofits were introduced to the Disaster Alliance’s strategic model and onboarded into our grantmaking system allowing for the collection of critical information ahead of hurricane season with a final Beryl report expected later in May.) Thanks to investment in and collaboration with nonprofit partners the average number of days from disaster to Round 1 grants was reduced by 12 days By identifying where nonprofits have built deep relationships and by leveraging geographic service data disproportionately impacted low-income communities can also now be more rapidly identified and prioritized the Disaster Alliance plans to make conditional agreements ahead of the 2025 hurricane season with a group of nonprofit partners who would be positioned to receive grant funds ideally within two weeks of a disaster according to the Kinder Institute for Urban Research Many individuals face barriers in accessing traditional financial assistance due to being unbanked or underbanked lacking access to direct deposits or checks That’s why the Disaster Alliance asks grantees to provide financial assistance directly to households with at least two low-barrier options The Disaster Alliance’s partnership with Connective aims to restore habitability and stabilize homes Beginning as “Harvey Home Connect” in response to the overwhelming need and robust programs following Hurricane Harvey Connective has helped standardize services This approach helped our community prioritize highly vulnerable survivors and address more complex cases Connective also supports nonprofits through program requirements and assists with centralized reporting on behalf of grantees Providing this support ensures nonprofits can move swiftly to help people and families can access the resources they need to accelerate recovery public recovery resources—especially federal assistance—play a vital role FEMA processed hundreds of thousands of applications and distributed over $1 billion across the affected region providing an essential foundation for long-term recovery have worked tirelessly to advocate for federal support Their commitment sets the tone for the partnerships needed to help the Houston area recover more quickly and effectively The Disaster Alliance’s partnerships with elected officials across its four-county area are helping to solidify coordinated strategies that move the needle not only after disasters key data-sharing partnerships with the Texas Department of Emergency Management and FEMA are helping the Disaster Alliance more thoughtfully allocate resources to nonprofits public-private collaboration can make Houston a model for disaster recovery and resilience and even neighbors helping neighbors — plays a critical role in reducing barriers and accelerating recovery Barriers to accessing resources — not knowing where to find help, denials, burdensome documentation requirements, and inconsistent and conflicting information all contribute to a slower recovery and can compound the negative impact that disasters have on survivors Through its work to elevate local disaster philanthropy the Disaster Alliance is strengthening the social infrastructure that is so critical not just year-round but also during times of crisis Sara Martinez is the senior director of community impact at Greater Houston Community Foundation CVA is director of community outreach and disaster recovery at United Way of Greater Houston information or opinions expressed in Urban Edge posts are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of the Kinder Institute for Urban Research This research study examines the current levels of both perceived and actual disaster preparedness among Houston and Harris County residents as well as contextual and sociocognitive predictors of each A national report last year by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy indicated an imbalance between how philanthropic disaster funds are spent Subscribe Subscribe to our e-newsletter Support the Kinder Institute Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Campus Carry Alliance Energy Services, a provider of propane supply and logistics solutions, acquired 18 propane terminals from NGL Energy Partners The acquisition expands Alliance Energy Services’ infrastructure strengthening its ability to serve customers across key markets nationwide Alliance Energy Services says the newly acquired propane terminals strategically located across multiple regions will enhance its capacity to meet the growing demand for reliable propane supply By integrating these facilities into its existing network improve logistics efficiency and provide greater value to its customers “The acquisition of these 18 propane terminals represents a significant milestone for Alliance Energy Services,” says Jason Doyle “This investment underscores our commitment to enhancing supply security expanding our market reach and delivering best-in-class service to our customers We also look forward to the new employees joining our team from NGL.” This transaction aligns with Alliance Energy Services’ long-term growth strategy of expanding its national footprint while maintaining a strong focus on customer-centric solutions By integrating NGL’s terminal assets into its operations Alliance Energy Services says it will ensure continued reliability and responsiveness to the propane supply chain Alliance closed a sustainability-linked term loan financing led by Breakwall Capital LP an energy-focused asset manager and employee-owned firm committed to supporting the growth and improvement of conventional renewable and next-generation energy companies Alliance Energy Services also says Sustainable Fitch provided a second-party opinion on the sustainability-linked term loan and considers the transaction to be aligned with the ICMA Sustainability-Linked Bond Principles and the Loan Market Association Loan Syndications and Trading Association and Asia Pacific Loan Market Association Sustainability-Linked Loan Principles is a wholesale propane marketing company that operates in the United States and Canada It currently markets over 600 million gallons of propane per year out of approximately 75 terminals Alliance Energy Services acquires propane terminal in Maine Featured homepage image: designer491/iStock/Getty Images Plus/Getty Images subscribe to LP Gas to receive more articles just like it XHTML: You can use these tags: <a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <cite> <code> <del datetime=""> <em> <i> <q cite=""> <s> <strike> <strong> A searchable database of oil and gas debt and equity offerings Prices for top E&P stocks and commodities Rextag database of energy infrastructure assets NGL Energy Partners executives closed the sale of approximately $270 million in non-core assets to focus on its primary business NGL also sold its Rack Marketing refined products business its Limestone Ranch ownership and the company’s remaining crude rail car fleet NGL Energy Partners (NGL) announced the closing of several non-core asset sales for approximately $270 million including 18 propane terminals bought by Alliance Energy Services The company plans to focus on its core assets — water disposal networks in the Delaware The company also maintains ownership of a crude logistics services business “These asset sales reduce the volatility and seasonality of our adjusted EBITDA and working capital requirements,” said Mike Krimbill “The proceeds will be used to pay off the remaining ABL balance and the excess cash will be used for additional deleveraging and addressing other parts of our capital structure.” a Missouri-based wholesale propane marketing firm the acquisition will expand its national footprint in propane supply and logistics "The acquisition of these 18 propane terminals represents a significant milestone for Alliance Energy Services," said Jason Doyle Breakwall Capital financed the deal with a sustainability-linked term loan to Alliance This conversation is moderated according to Hart Energy community rules. 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If you’re experiencing any technical problems, please contact our customer care team. and exclusive coverage you need to keep your industry edge Subscribe for free to our newsletters for the latest energy news in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited strategic partnerships have become a key tool for advancing towards truly sustainable development An 81-meter pedestrian bridge reconstructed with recycled materials exemplifies the power of alliances to protect our environment and transform lives in our region 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- What was once considered waste is now a symbol of hope Thanks to the joint efforts of Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior a new pedestrian bridge has been inaugurated in the Watershed of the Panama Canal built from over 3 tons of recycled plastic.  This initiative prevented this plastic waste from ending up in landfills transforming an environmental problem into a concrete solution that enhances the quality of life for communities and protects the natural environment.  significantly improving the mobility and safety of over 300 people this bridge symbolizes the power of collaboration to promote sustainable solutions and generate tangible social impact Jessica Janson Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Social Investment at Bladex stated: "With every step taken on this bridge we reaffirm that waste can become a solution and that a true commitment to sustainability has the power to transform lives." This initiative is part of Bladex's ESG (Environmental and Governance) strategy and reflects its commitment to sustainable development in Panama and the region It is the second bridge of this type delivered by the institution; the first was inaugurated in 2023 in the Kosovo community of Puerto Caimito as part of its vision to convert environmental challenges into opportunities for Latin American communities.  "The purpose of Bladex is to build bridges between Latin America and the world to support the development of our clients and the region. Projects like this are an extension of that purpose brought to life within communities and form part of our contribution toward a more sustainable, inclusive, and human future for our region," said Jorge Salas The project was built using plastic profiles manufactured by Fundación Botellas de Amor from recycled materials and benefited from the operational and logistical support of the Panama Canal The collaboration also included collection campaigns and volunteer activities led by Bladex and the Panama Canal "For the Panama Canal, being part of this project is a source of pride. It reflects our commitment to the environment and to the communities within the Panama Canal Watershed," said Ilya Espino de Marotta, Deputy Administrator of the Panama Canal The Watershed of the Panama Canal is crucial at an international level as it is the source of water for the operation of the Canal It is vital for global maritime navigation facilitating the transit of ships between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and connecting 170 countries through 180 maritime routes It is also key for the supply of drinking water for the Panamanian population The watershed also hosts communities that are conscious of protecting their environment and a rich biodiversity This bridge not only connects communities; it connects purposes It confirms that when Latin America works in partnership Therefore, Bladex will continue to promote initiatives with tangible impact that can progressively expand throughout the region.  Bladex is a multinational bank originally established by the central banks of Latin American and Caribbean countries It began operations in 1979 with the mission of promoting foreign trade financing and regional economic integration supporting regional development and serving a client base that includes financial institutions and corporations Bladex has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BLX) since 1992 Its shareholders include central banks and state-owned entities from 23 Latin American countries commercial banks and financial institutions as well as institutional and retail investors through its public listing Comunicaciones Corporativas e Inversión Social Correo:  [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> / Tel.: (+507) 210-8500 Dirección Casa Matriz: Edificio Business Park SOURCE Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (NYSE: BLX) cordially invites you to participate in its upcoming conference call to discuss its 1Q25 .. 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Click here to register Please check your spam or junk folder just in case lined up at the annual conference of the NATO Military Committee these chiefs lead around three million men and women in uniform (Photo: Torbjørn Kjosvold/Norwegian Armed Forces) This is an opinion piece written by an external contributor I had the honor and privilege of serving as the first United States Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs In this role I represented my country in a region of growing great power competition and social landscapes are rapidly shifting The undeniable thread woven throughout these issues are the impacts of a warming Arctic; climate change is real Seven Arctic states are NATO allies (Canada, Finland Denmark— by virtue of Greenland— Iceland and Arctic nations make up five of the sixteen founding NATO members administration’s skepticism of the Alliance it is in America’s best interest to reinforce and strengthen this strategic alignment The Alliance is a bulwark against nations that seek to advance ideologies antithetical to democratic values and institutions to use tools of national power to dismiss sovereign borders to destabilize and invade neighboring countries and to disrupt the international rules-based order The United States should strengthen the transatlantic alliance by reaffirming an unwavering commitment to it and research partnership that benefits us all and run your finger from there through Canada You’ve just identified what I call the transarctic alliance In the aftermath of the Second World War these nations formed an arc of cooperation based on shared democratic values and with Finland and Sweden recently joining NATO the collective defense of all Arctic allies Arctic allies are navigating a new geopolitical landscape and a host of evolving and escalating military and security threats Allies are increasingly concerned with persistent threats posed by an emboldened Russia and China’s expanding interests and activities throughout the region Defense Department’s Arctic Strategy identified the ways in which Russia and China are cooperating “across multiple instruments of national power” is of increasing concern our Arctic allies reaffirmed to me a commitment to further invest in their security that will also enhance our collective defense security capabilities and assurances and called for sustained U.S should reaffirm its commitment to our Arctic allies and provide reliable leadership and predictable support; the U.S must remain the unequivocal ally – in the Arctic and around the world interests in the region and around the globe Greenland and the Faroe Islands as part of the Kingdom of Denmark and fellow NATO members monitor and defend the strategic GIUK Gap (the Greenland-Iceland-United Kingdom Gap) This region contains strategic military and civilian shipping lanes from the North Atlantic to the Barents Sea In the Arctic, Russia’s Northern Fleet gains access from the Barents Sea to the North Atlantic With Finland and Sweden these partners monitor and confront threats from adversaries and competitors in the inherently linked Baltic Sea region that includes overt military activity as well as grey zone tactics shadow fleets evading sanctions and posing environmental risks and the targeting of critical undersea infrastructure and Canada deserve full recognition of their national borders To counter threats by adversaries and competitors the United States should reevaluate and prioritize its foreign and defense policies in the Arctic starting with respectful engagements of longtime allies Canada and the Kingdom of Denmark and Canada deserve full recognition of their national borders and the right to chart their own future should develop a defense investment plan for Greenland and the Faroe Islands in consultation with all parties that leverages and expands upon Denmark’s recently announced $2 billion dollar defense package for both locations the U.S can increase its current capabilities in Greenland and the Faroe Islands and move more quickly and cost effectively to address the very real threats it seeks to counter Canada recently unveiled over CAN$6 billion in new Arctic-related defense investments to expand and enhance the Arctic capabilities of the Canadian Armed Forces and the modernization of their portion of the North American Aerospace Defense Command or NORAD These investments will further strengthen Canadian and U.S as well as the collective defense of the North American Arctic.  the foundation for the defense and security of the free world and an indispensable partner for over eighty years the United States has assumed the lion’s share of the costs associated with establishing and defending the international-rules-based order Allies and partners know full well cost sharing must increase if we are together going to confront the new geopolitical realities of our time particularly the challenges and opportunities brought about by an increasingly globalized Arctic region and a commitment to our collective security demonstrates the transarctic alliance is a critical component of the transatlantic alliance High North News is not responsible for the content or opinions expressed on external web pages Editor in Chief:Trine Jonassen E-mail High North News Editor/Commentator: Arne O. HolmTel: (+47) 905 29 472 Journalist:Hilde-Gunn Bye Journalist:Astri Edvardsen Translator:Birgitte Annie Molid Martinussen A work crew member safely disposes of needles left behind in September 2024 at a homeless camp at Deer Creek Park in Roseburg where the majority of camps previously existed Two recent hearings at Roseburg City Hall focused on needle exchange in relation to managing the city’s unhoused population The topic was first raised in an April 21 city council work study session then discussed further at the homeless commission meeting the following Monday The subject brought a major stakeholder to the table as the HIV Alliance shared its mission and procedures with the homeless commission The HIV Alliance spoke at the meeting and submitted a written proposal which may prevent the city council’s need to address the issue with amendments to the city’s ordinances City officials cite syringe risks in homeless camp sweeps The public discussion began in the work study session April 21 when Chief Gary Klopfenstein and his homeless liaison officer gave a presentation to the council in the form of an update on the statistics and ongoing challenges of enforcing the ordinance against prohibited camping Klopfenstein described the city’s requirement to temporarily seize and safeguard campsites when their owners do not comply with a posted moving date and how that procedure is endangered by the presence of syringes in the camps Klopfenstein has created a new policy by preventing the cleaners from having to crawl into the tents being inventoried for seizure: if there are syringes visible personnel are no longer required to rummage through an inventory and instead are bundling the tent or bedroll as one large package for disposal the Roseburg Police Department’s public information officer said those bundled camps with syringes are taken by a county work crew to the landfill where the department believes there is a specific location or procedure The police presentation confirmed that the scheduled clean-ups after camps have been posted with at least three days notice require teams of at least one police officer the city’s public works department and a work crew assigned from community corrections has arisen with the criminalization of the third offense of the prohibited camping ordinance: If a person is arrested their camp needs to be seized for safekeeping which requires multiple police officers at each scene officers often have to issue criminal citations in lieu of making arrests the Community Delopment Director Stuart Cowie announced that the city was drafting an ordinance which would prohibit syringe exchange from occurring on public property City Manager Nikki Messenger clarified that such an amendment would be at the direction of the council which did not take a vote but generally communicated in agreement with a universal nodding of their heads “There’s more going out than they’re getting back,” Messenger said in regards to syringe exchange programs Klopfenstein generally agreed with such an amendment stating The presentation led to questions from the council about providing syringe containers in the field (the police will if asked) and whether an ordinance could require a return of used syringes in exchange for distribution of new syringes Messenger said it is possible but is difficult to enforce The HIV Alliance spoke at the commission meeting and provided the commission with a written proposal in addition to their service statistics and mission parameters The alliance also confirmed it’s the sole entity providing syringe services locally and listed additional services they are providing in their outreach to the unsheltered community “Last year we identified 750 unsheltered people with the majority being here in Roseburg,” said Dane Zahner “I am here today because some of the comments last week in the council meeting broke my heart,” he continued They pinpointed specific services that are proven strategies to reduce HIV Zahner concluded his testimony with a written proposal he provided the commission and said he didn’t think an ordinance was necessary in light of the HIV Alliance’s willingness to cooperate with the city “We’d really like our proposal to be looked at,” he said The News-Review obtained a copy of the written proposal from the HIV Alliance and confirmed it contains an agreement to discontinue syringe exchange in the park The document contains additional commitments such as collecting used syringes while conducting outreach in the park working with community partners on options and counseling their clients on proper disposal of used syringes describing how many of their unhoused clients have difficulty getting to the alliance’s office both in transportation and in leaving their unsecured belongings behind Carlson also described the difficulty in getting their clients into housing due to a lack of availability Carlson described their outreach programs and said the alliance is only providing packs of 10 syringes and are only out in the field a few hours at a time over 1,200 people access our syringe exchange yearly,” she concluded I can’t imagine a better place than the bike path,” said Blair Bailey a citizen who signed up to speak and claimed the city was not addressing a major drug problem the drug-sniffing dog go through that campsite and start checking those tents out because we need to quit rewarding people for doing drugs,” said Bailey “I can’t believe there’s 700 diabetics out there Captain Jeremy Sanders represented the Roseburg Police Department before the homeless commission we’ve had three needle-sticks,” said Sanders of the incidents of people getting punctured by syringes while cleaning or seizing campsites “The volume of needles has really risen,” he said and added that the law allows for the authorities to inventory items of utility versus unsanitary property that can be discarded who works in public health but was speaking to the commission as an individual “The risk of a needle-stick in the field is much lower at spreading those diseases than it is in a hospital setting,” he said because in a medical setting the syringe contains fresh blood while the pathogens die in syringes left outside although he recognized the risk of a topical infection “Needle exchange helps prevent disease in a community,” said Gandy “I understand it’s icky to see a needle on the ground,” he conceded but added “I think we need more needle exchange.” and the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe in addition to at-large members signalled a willingness to work through the alliance’s proposal brought up the exorbitant costs in treating HIV and Hepatitis C said he learned that it can require three police officers to make an arrest in a homeless camp because of the need to secure the property while the police department is approximately eight or nine officers understaffed the city doesn’t need changes to to ordinances so much as they need more police Tatone concluded with questioning the need for an ordinance about exchanging syringes in public spaces since the HIV Alliance is the only entity providing the service and is agreeing not to conduct the program in the parks a commission member from Aviva Health and former member of the city council mentioned the existence of syringe receptacles Part of the HIV Alliance’s proposal was a commitment to continue servicing the syringe receptacles at five listed locations there is still a syringe receptacle in Micelli Park where a majority of unhoused camping occurred before the migration to Deer Creek Park and the Umpqua Greenway particularly during the COVID-19 period and the gap between court decisions on prohibited camping ordinances the number of tents hovered between 50 and 60 proximate to the average of the past few months No syringes were visible in the common areas between the tents perhaps unsurprisingly since the campsites had just recently been posted again with advanced warning for removal has been cited for prohibited camping in the area I follow along behind them every morning before the kids show up.” There is no syringe receptacle in that portion of the park which is bracketed on both sides by drop-boxes in Gaddis Park and outside the Roseburg Library The next homeless commission meeting will not occur until June and at which time it will discuss the possibility of meeting quarterly Patrick Moore is a reporter for The News-Review Email notifications are only sent once a day Read the e-Edition here Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Please disable your ad blocker, whitelist our site, or purchase a subscription Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Would you like to receive our Daily Briefing? Signup today Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change 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Soon unveiling our attritable one-way effectors designed for cost-effective anti-access/area denial capabilities and concealed deployment.More details on 5.5.25. pic.twitter.com/xUQSWqcsZ4 The Interceptigons’ capability is especially relevant for front-line geographies such as the Nordics The system is under development and testing including payload configurations and swarm logic are being refined in close alignment with end-user requirements with testing and iteration continuing through 2025 Delian Alliance Industries is making a decisive step in the company’s evolution to an emerging defense prime built for the era of autonomous warfare Delian Alliance Industries is a defense technology company focused on autonomous systems for situational awareness and anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) Its mission is to protect Europe and its allies in a new era of warfare Delian has offices in Athens and London and is backed by leading European venture capital funds while its systems are already deployed in mission critical operations along the European borders Naval News reached out to Delian Alliance Industries to learn more about their new products which will be unveiled for the first time at the Defence Exhibition Athens (DEFEA) 2025 taking place from May 6 to 9 at the Metropolitan Expo adjacent to Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos“ The following information was provided exclusively to Naval News as part of the company’s response to our inquiries Introducing: INTERCEPTIGON.Autonomous aerial and surface one way effectors to give operational users a decisive advantage in defense. pic.twitter.com/BJcsvsMLvG Interceptigon is a series of unmanned aerial and surface one-way effectors (OWEs) with autonomous terminal navigation and capability for concealment until launch are focused on littoral waters and short range neutralization of threats They are designed from the ground-up to rely on modern AI and autonomous software allowing the incorporation of commercial off-the shelf (COTS) components by providing attritable and autonomous strike-capabilities at a fraction of the cost of legacy exquisite systems Deter. 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Defend.Soon unveiling our attritable one-way effectors designed for cost-effective anti-access/area denial capabilities.5.5.25. pic.twitter.com/Kpzvv3ljzi Interceptigon N cruises at a speed of 80 km/h with an operational range of 30 kilometers and can carry a payload of up to 70 kilograms Optimized for engaging surface maritime targets it delivers precision and autonomy in littoral environments autonomous effector designed for surface target engagement and can carry a payload of up to 371 grams attritable response in coastal defense scenarios resilient kill chains at a fraction of the cost of traditional platforms These systems deliver asymmetric advantages through mass deployment targeting high-value assets with attritable units that can be fielded at scale By dramatically shifting the cost-exchange ratio in the defender’s favor Interceptigon systems enable sovereign nations to establish credible deterrence and maintain territorial integrity against conventionally superior adversaries With their existing sensing lineups of surveillance towers and edge AI modules for the fusion of legacy sensors they are already providing a mature line-up for the sensing capabilities of A2/AD networks Their new strike line-up focuses on coastal and territorial defense by providing the key components of A2/AD networks A key lesson learnt from the on-going near-peer conflict in Ukraine can become overwhelmed from asymmetric coordinated attacks from swarms of attritable drones or unmanned vessels With their line-up they aim to provide that capability to advantage of sovereign nations defending their territorial integrity and exclusive economic zone Delian Alliance Industries sees both their existing surveillance systems currently operational with end-users in the field (e.g. and portable edge computers for legacy sensors) as well as their upcoming offerings in strike systems (e.g. Interceptigons) as the backbone of a mosaic comprising a plethora of sensors (legacy or not) and effectors (legacy or novel as those in this release) all interconnected to the same software platform capable to enforce anti-access or area denial zones The company is looking forward to working closely with end-users towards the utilization of Interceptigons OWE as pieces of A2/AD networks Naval News brings you news coverage of the latest naval defense shows & events We are also reporting on naval technology from all over the world Born on Jan. 30, 2020, Arrogate Ocean was bred to be a racehorse. 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engaged as new members “The team brings a wealth of expertise to share,” she said particularly in education and insights on managing mental health modern approach is already sparking engaging discussions within both virtual and in-person member meetings.   Maximus Rose will gain access to a network of industry professionals Human Capital Benefits has also joined as a member firm Eagan said she had seen how active Chris Pryce was in the industry even before joining Benefits Alliance noting his commitment to professional development and his advocacy on behalf of plan sponsors and members these areas are a clear fit for becoming a member of Benefits Alliance,” she said She added that Pryce has already participated in several conferences and is actively connecting and sharing with peer members Eagan said she is pleased to welcome him and his team to the organization.   said the key to their success will be learning from BA Principals about how they manage staff and operations to avoid 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shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and envisions a world with 100% LGBTQ acceptance Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization – increases media accountability and community engagement that ensures authentic LGBTQ stories are seen GLAAD’s founders battled discrimination with facts and compassion from the start as the handful of journalists in 1985 saw family members dying of AIDS and inflammatory headlines overwhelming newsstands GLAAD has had a direct impact on inspiring positive LGBTQ cultural representation by nurturing understanding and holding social media platforms accountable for misinformation Alliance Energy Services is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of 18 propane terminals from NGL Energy Partners 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alliance Energy Services a leading provider of propane supply and logistics solutions is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of 18 propane terminals from NGL Energy Partners This strategic acquisition significantly expands Alliance Energy Services' infrastructure will enhance Alliance Energy Services' capacity to meet the growing demand for reliable propane supply and provide even greater value to its customers "This investment underscores our commitment to enhancing supply security and delivering best-in-class service to our customers" "The acquisition of these 18 propane terminals represents a significant milestone for Alliance Energy Services," said Jason Doyle "This investment underscores our commitment to enhancing supply security and delivering best-in-class service to our customers We also look forward to the new employees joining our team from NGL." This transaction aligns with Alliance Energy Services' long-term growth strategy of expanding its national footprint while maintaining a strong focus on customer-centric solutions By integrating NGL's terminal assets into its operations Alliance Energy Services ensures continued reliability and responsiveness to the propane supply chain Sustainable Fitch provided a second-party opinion on the sustainability-linked term loan and considers the transaction to be aligned with the ICMA Sustainability-Linked Bond Principles and the Loan Market Association is a leading wholesale propane marketing company that operates in the United States and Canada Through strategic partnerships with gas liquids producers Alliance is focused on adding value to its customers in the areas of product procurement For more information about Alliance Energy Services and its expanded capabilities, please visit www.allianceC3.com Mike Summers, Alliance Energy Services, 1 816-581-2621, [email protected] By: Rachel Klemovitch VERAXA Biotech AG (VERAXA) has entered a co-discovery alliance with OmniAb, Inc. for the development of a novel bispecific antibody drug conjugate (bsADC) program targeting solid tumors The collaboration combines OmniAb’s suite of transgenic antibody discovery solutions with VERAXA’s proprietary antibody drug conjugate (ADC) linker technology and conjugation expertise to support next-generation therapeutic discovery VERAXA will initiate a novel bispecific antibody drug conjugate program addressing two attractive target molecules in cancer medicine The company will utilize OmniAb’s suite of transgenic antibody discovery solutions to source high-quality human antibody leads which are naturally optimized through in vivo affinity maturation.  VERAXA will establish the bsADC lead candidate by applying its proprietary linker technology and conjugation routine VERAXA will also be responsible for preclinical validation.  The bsADC program will be jointly owned by both parties Both parties will share any future revenues resulting from the program’s continued development “Bispecific ADCs represent a powerful opportunity to address difficult-to-treat solid tumors and this collaboration fits squarely within our mission to drive innovation through targeted partnerships Strategic collaborations will continue to be a mainstay in VERAXA’s pipeline growth strategy and today’s announcement marks the second major initiative within the past six months following our first radiopharmaceutical alliance late last year We look forward to advancing this discovery program alongside OmniAb and deliver novel therapeutic solutions for patients with significant unmet needs.” Use of this constitutes acceptance of our privacy policy The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of Rodman Media Please try using other words for your search or explore other sections of the website for relevant information Our team is working diligently to resolve the issue Thank you for your patience and understanding VERAXA Biotech and OmniAb announce a collaboration to develop bispecific antibody drug conjugates targeting solid tumors a developer of innovative cancer therapies to create a bispecific antibody drug conjugate (bsADC) program aimed at treating solid tumors This collaboration leverages OmniAb's advanced antibody discovery technology alongside VERAXA's expertise in antibody drug conjugates to develop new therapeutics for challenging cancer types the partnership exemplifies their commitment to innovation through strategic alliances The agreement allows VERAXA to initiate the bsADC program focusing on two promising cancer targets with both companies sharing responsibilities and future revenues generated from the program This announcement follows VERAXA's recent agreement to merge with Voyager Acquisition Corp. which is expected to make VERAXA publicly traded further enhancing its capacity for growth and development in the healthcare sector VERAXA has formed a co-discovery alliance with OmniAb to develop a bispecific antibody drug conjugate program targeting solid tumors bsADCs are innovative therapeutic agents designed to target multiple tumor types using a unique combination of antibodies and drug delivery technology The collaboration aims to address difficult-to-treat solid tumors by leveraging the combined expertise and technologies of VERAXA and OmniAb VERAXA is expected to become a publicly traded company listed on NASDAQ Investors can access detailed filings and proxy statements by visiting the SEC's website or through Voyager's official channels Disclaimer: This is an AI-generated summary of a press release distributed by GlobeNewswire. The model used to summarize this release may make mistakes. See the full release here “OmniAb”) for the development of a novel bispecific antibody drug conjugate (“bsADC”) program targeting solid tumors The collaboration brings together OmniAb’s suite of transgenic antibody discovery solutions with VERAXA’s proprietary antibody drug conjugate (“ADC”) linker technology and conjugation expertise to support next-generation therapeutic discovery “This partnership brings together two highly complementary technologies to create a new class of bispecific ADCs,” commented Christoph Antz We look forward to advancing this discovery program alongside OmniAb and deliver novel therapeutic solutions for patients with significant unmet needs.” The Company will utilize OmniAb's suite of transgenic antibody discovery solutions to source high-quality human antibody leads which are naturally optimized through in vivo affinity maturation VERAXA will subsequently establish the bsADC lead candidate by applying its proprietary linker technology and conjugation routine and will be responsible for preclinical validation The resulting bsADC program will be jointly owned by both parties VERAXA entered into a definitive business combination agreement (the "Business Combination Agreement") with Voyager Acquisition Corp. a Cayman Islands exempted company and special purpose acquisition company targeting the healthcare sector (NASDAQ: VACH Upon closing of the Business Combination Agreement other members of management and employees may be deemed participants in the solicitation of proxies from Voyager’s stockholders with respect to the Business Combination Investors and security holders may obtain more detailed information regarding the names and interests in the Business Combination of Voyager’s directors and officers in Voyager’s filings with the SEC the preliminary proxy statement/prospectus Such information with respect to VERAXA’s directors and executive officers will also be included in the proxy statement/prospectus You may obtain free copies of these documents as described below under the heading "Additional Information and Where to Find It" This press release is not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities of Voyager or VERAXA nor shall there be any sale of any such securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933 This press release includes certain statements that may be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws statements about future events or Voyager’s or VERAXA’s future financial or operating performance statements regarding VERAXA’s anticipated growth and the anticipated growth and other metrics statements regarding the benefits of the Business Combination and the anticipated timing of the completion of the Business Combination are forward-looking statements you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “could,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “project,” “strive,” “budget,” “forecast,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential” or “continue,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology These forward-looking statements regarding future events and the future results of Voyager and VERAXA are based on current expectations and projections about the industry in which VERAXA operates as well as the beliefs and assumptions of Voyager’s management and VERAXA’s management These forward-looking statements are only predictions and are subject to including the risks and uncertainties indicated from time to time in the final prospectus of Voyager relating to its initial public offering filed with the SEC including those under “Risk Factors” therein and other documents filed or to be filed with the SEC by Voyager; (ii) uncertainties; (iii) assumptions; and (iv) other factors beyond Voyager’s or VERAXA’s control that are difficult to predict because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur in the future They are neither statements of historical fact nor promises or guarantees of future performance VERAXA’s actual results may differ materially and adversely from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements and Voyager and VERAXA therefore caution against relying on any of these forward-looking statements These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that while considered reasonable by Voyager and its management are inherently uncertain and are inherently subject to risks many of which are beyond Voyager’s or VERAXA’s control Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include but are not limited to: (i) the occurrence of any event change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the Business Combination Agreement and any subsequent definitive agreements with respect to the Business Combination; (ii) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Voyager or others following the announcement of the Business Combination and any definitive agreements with respect thereto; (iii) the inability to complete the Business Combination due to the failure to obtain consents and approvals of the shareholders of Voyager to obtain financing to complete the Business Combination or to satisfy other conditions to closing or the inability to obtain necessary regulatory approvals required to complete the transactions contemplated by the Business Combination Agreement; (iv) changes to the proposed structure of the Business Combination that may be required or appropriate as a result of applicable laws or regulations or as a condition to obtaining regulatory approval of the Business Combination; (v) projections estimates and forecasts of revenue and other financial and performance metrics projections of market opportunity and expectations and the estimated implied enterprise value of VERAXA; (vi) VERAXA’s ability to scale and grow its business and the advantages and expected growth of VERAXA; (vii) VERAXA’s ability to source and retain talent the cash position of VERAXA following closing of the Business Combination; (viii) the ability to meet stock exchange listing standards in connection with the consummation of the Business Combination; (ix) the risk that the Business Combination disrupts current plans and operations of VERAXA as a result of the announcement and consummation of the Business Combination; (x) the ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination the ability of VERAXA to grow and manage growth profitably maintain key relationships and retain its management and key employees; (xi) costs related to the Business Combination; (xii) changes in applicable laws political and economic developments; (xiii) the possibility that VERAXA may be adversely affected by other economic business and/or competitive factors; (xiv) VERAXA’s estimates of expenses and profitability; (xv) the failure to realize estimated shareholder redemptions purchase price and other adjustments; and (xvi) other risks and uncertainties set forth in the filings by Voyager with the SEC There may be additional risks that neither Voyager nor VERAXA presently know or that Voyager and VERAXA currently believe are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements Any forward-looking statements made by or on behalf of Voyager or VERAXA speak only as of the date they are made None of Voyager or VERAXA undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect any changes in their respective expectations with regard thereto or any changes in events conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based Additional Information and Where to Find It In connection with the Business Combination Agreement Voyager and/or VERAXA intend to file relevant materials with the SEC which will include a proxy statement/prospectus of Voyager and will file other documents regarding the proposed transaction with the SEC a substitute for the proxy statement/prospectus or any other document that Voyager has filed or may file with the SEC in connection with the proposed transaction the definitive proxy statement and other relevant materials for the proposed transaction will be mailed or made available to stockholders of Voyager as of a record date to be established for voting on the proposed transaction Before making any voting or investment decision investors and stockholders of Voyager are urged to carefully read and any other relevant documents filed with the SEC as well as any amendments or supplements to these documents and the documents incorporated by reference therein because they will contain important information about Voyager Voyager’s investors and stockholders and other interested persons will also be able to obtain copies of the registration statement other documents filed with the SEC that will be incorporated by reference therein and all other relevant documents filed with the SEC by Voyager in connection with the Transaction or by directing a request to Voyager at the address set forth below The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq This data feed is not available at this time These symbols will be available throughout the site during your session These instruments will be available throughout the site during your session Smart Portfolio is supported by our partner TipRanks. By connecting my portfolio to TipRanks Smart Portfolio I agree to their Terms of Use Sign up for our daily Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news You are receiving this pop-up because this is the first time you are visiting our site You are using software which is blocking our advertisements (adblocker) we are relying on revenues from our banners So please disable your adblocker and reload the page to continue using this site.Thanks The CEA Alliance has named David Einstandig to its Board of Directors Einstandig is currently the senior vice president/general counsel at Mastronardi Produce With extensive legal experience across multiple sectors and expertise that will help the organization advocate for the future of indoor agriculture "I'm eager to help the organization address legislative and regulatory challenges faced by the industry," said Einstandig The CEA Alliance represents and serves vertical farms and greenhouse producers growing fresh fruits and vegetables Einstandig has played a key role in expanding its North American footprint His experience includes overseeing intellectual property and trademarks Einstandig joins a diverse board of industry professionals from across North America For more information:Geoff KosarMastronardi ProduceTel: +1 (519) 326-3218 [email protected]www.sunsetgrown.com FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 FreshPlaza.com New AI tools empower hotels to prioritise improvements that measurably boost satisfaction and bookings: Customer Alliance today announced its upcoming AI Hub with multiple AI-powered tools designed to transform how hospitality businesses understand and act on guest feedback to drive measurable revenue growth The first tool to be released is Key Driver Analysis with AI Insights joining the platform soon after The AI Hub represents a significant advancement in Customer Alliance's mission to help hoteliers make data-driven decisions that improve guest satisfaction and ultimately increase profitability According to a comprehensive 17-year study published in Tourism Economics customer satisfaction is more important than price in achieving long-term financial success in the hotel industry found that higher customer satisfaction scores directly correlated with improved performance and long-term profitability "This research confirms what we've observed across our 5,000+ hotel partners - that focusing on guest satisfaction is not just good service it's good business," said Steffen Schmickler "Our AI Hub gives hotels the tools to identify which specific factors most influence guest satisfaction allowing them to make strategic investments where they'll have the greatest impact on both guest experience and revenue." The Key Driver Analysis tool uses statistical algorithms and AI to show which specific aspects of the guest experience have the greatest impact on overall satisfaction scores and booking behaviour "Hotel managers often face overwhelming amounts of guest feedback making it difficult to determine which improvements will have the greatest revenue impact," said Steffen "Our Key Driver Analysis cuts through the noise by identifying the factors that truly drive guest satisfaction and business performance." The tool analyses data from multiple sources to provide a comprehensive view of guest sentiment By identifying the correlation between specific experience factors and overall satisfaction the AI Insights tool will provide deeper understanding of guest feedback by: hotel teams will be able to quickly understand patterns in guest feedback and receive specific recommendations for improving the guest experience in ways that directly impact their bottom line," Steffen added The AI Hub is designed to be the central location for Customer Alliance's growing suite of AI-powered tools transforming how hospitality businesses use guest feedback The platform will shift hotels from reactive responses to strategic planning based on actual impact data "Hotels that make decisions based on comprehensive feedback analysis rather than assumptions see measurable improvements in guest satisfaction and "Our AI Hub will provide a growing collection of tools needed to make this approach accessible to hospitality businesses of all sizes." Customer Alliance empowers hospitality businesses to turn guest feedback into strategic insight Through AI-powered analysis and data-driven tools hotels can identify what truly impacts satisfaction and prioritize actions that drive loyalty and growth faster decisions that elevate the guest experience and strengthen brand reputation Adam HaughMarketing Lead advancing vision for integrated multispecialty care 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GI Alliance (GIA) a Cardinal Health company and the nation's leading physician-led multispecialty management services organization (MSO) has expanded its specialty care footprint into urology with the acquisitions of Urology America and Potomac Urology marking a significant step in its evolution toward a multispecialty platform delivering coordinated Urology America is a well-established platform with over 110 providers at 30 locations across Colorado offering a full spectrum of urologic services a premier urology practice in Northern Virginia further enhances this platform with five additional practice locations significantly strengthening the organization's presence in the Mid-Atlantic region "Urology America and Potomac Urology exemplify the kind of high-performing patient-focused practices we want to support and grow as part of our broader vision for multispecialty collaboration." James Weber "These acquisitions represent an important leap forward in our mission to offer exceptional integrated specialty care across the country," said James Weber "Urology America and Potomac Urology exemplify the kind of high-performing patient-focused practices we want to support and grow as part of our broader vision for multispecialty collaboration." "Urology is a deeply personal specialty where trust and continuity matter," said Elizabeth Mobley "This partnership enhances our ability to deliver the spectrum of leading-edge urologic services while keeping our commitment to focus on compassionate echoed the excitement surrounding the partnership "Joining GI Alliance allows us to continue delivering top-tier urologic care while benefiting from the operational expertise and expansive resources of a leading specialty organization This collaboration strengthens our ability to offer innovative treatment options and seamless integrated care to patients across the region We look forward to enhancing our services and making a lasting impact on patient outcomes." The Urology America Transaction is expected to close by the end of June 2025 including the receipt of required regulatory approvals The Potomac Urology transaction has been completed Financial terms of the transactions were not disclosed Goldman Sachs served as financial advisor to Cardinal Health on Urology America and Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP served as legal counsel on both transactions Urology America is a leading urology platform with operations across four states, focused on delivering high-quality, innovative, and compassionate care. www.urologyamerica.com Potomac Urology is a top-tier urology group serving Northern Virginia with advanced technologies and a reputation for excellence in patient outcomes and minimally invasive treatment. www.potomacurology.com Media ContactKelley Swann, Punching Nun Group, 1 404-313-6412, [email protected], https://punchingnungroup.com/  This is worth watching. on Wednesday, the New Orleans Saints announced that they have agreed to a "strategic international partnership to grow American football in Europe" with the Paris Musketeers the latest union between the NFL and the European League of Football (ELF) Saints president Dennis Lauscha spoke about the move in a statement from the team: "We are proud to announce our partnership with the Paris Musketeers a collaboration that reflects our ongoing commitment to growing the game of football globally This strategic alliance provides a valuable opportunity to expand the reach of the Saints brand and share the rich tradition and passion of our organization with fans around the world." the Musketeers went 6-6 in their inaugural season before improving to 10-2 last year coached by Marc Mattioli; he was hired as the defensive coordinator at Kennesaw State in the fall and replaced by longtime NFL coach Jack Del Rio whose playing career started with the Saints back in 1985 After he hung up his cleats and took up coaching Del Rio was hired by then-Saints head coach Mike Ditka in 1997 The Musketeers' regular season kicks off on May 17 from Stade Robert Bobin in Bondoufle Musketeers CEO John McKeon also shared a statement on the occasion: "Joining forces with the New Orleans Saints is a significant milestone for our organization We look forward to collaborating on initiatives that will not only enhance the fan experience but also contribute to the development of American football in France and beyond One of our first joint initiatives will be the launch of a halftime flag football series with local youth groups at our home games this season." The Saints have been awarded exclusive marketing rights in France, and signs point to them playing a regular season game in the country as soon as 2026; partnering up with a team based out of the nation's capital would go a long way to start developing a following abroad There are many historic and cultural ties between France and Louisiana so this does stand out as one of the more obvious partnerships the NFL has launched overseas Stay tuned for details on which events and promotions the Saints and Musketeers are planning it states that German development policy is guided by both values and interests For those who have long been committed to a proactive development policy this statement contains two encouraging messages an independent development policy will be maintained Development policy perspectives and expertise will continue to be represented at the cabinet table and will not be subordinated to foreign policy interests the well-known conflict between value-based and interest-driven politics has been defused by a compromise: it is recognised that development policy insofar as it deals with reducing global inequalities is inherently based on universal values such as solidarity and justice This is balanced by the acknowledgement that national policy – even if it is universal in its orientation – cannot ignore the interests of its own population it remains unclear what specific values and interests are at stake Only a more detailed definition of these would make it possible to assess the extent to which they are compatible It is striking that the values mentioned in the coalition agreement hardly make any prominent mention of the classic humanitarian goals of development policy such as global justice and the creation of decent material living conditions through the elimination of extreme poverty and hunger All that is formulated is a lip-service commitment to combating poverty hunger and inequality and the intention to work towards an ‘ambitious post-Agenda 2030 framework’ Given the glaring shortcomings in achieving the targets – such as the Sustainable Development Goal ‘Zero Hunger’ by 2030 – this seems rather unambitious the focus is clearly on political human rights: democracy sexual and reproductive self-determination and the strengthening of civil society are particularly emphasised One could say that today‘s canon of values is more about the global spread of freedom and participation than about liberation from material hardship Since the beginnings of German development aid the country’s own national interests have always played a role The words of SPD Minister Hans-Jürgen Wischnewski from the 1966-1969 grand coalition still ring true today: ‘With our development aid we are creating jobs in Germany.’ An explicit tie to exports was intended to benefit the German export industry development policy was also shaped by the Hallstein Doctrine which aimed to prevent international recognition of the GDR securing raw materials had become a priority — even though Minister Erhard Eppler sought to pursue a more value-oriented policy the concept of ‘enlightened self-interest’ became established: the focus was not on short-term export gains but on long-term increases in prosperity in partner countries — understood as ‘tomorrow’s markets’ global environmental protection and combating the causes of migration also gained in importance Development policy is increasingly interpreted as an instrument for pursuing short- to medium-term interests — in particular as an element of geopolitical soft power The 2025 coalition agreement refers to self-interest in a new way Greater emphasis is placed on geopolitical motives: good relations with the countries of the Global South are to be cultivated in view of growing systemic rivalries with China and Russia traditional interests such as securing raw materials promoting exports and protecting investments remain intact The announced awarding of contracts to companies from Germany and the EU in the context of development cooperation makes this particularly clear The use of development cooperation as a ‘key lever for migration management’ is also emphasised that the long-standing argument that development policy also pursues long-term self-interests in solving global challenges is no longer explicitly mentioned Although contributions to international climate finance and biodiversity protection are still planned the underlying rationale appears to be much more pragmatic This development raises the fundamental question of how sustainable the postulated balance of values and interests actually is justice and sustainability be compatible with national interests — or are they inevitably at odds with each other self-interest is legitimate as long as it does not contradict declared values and goals values only have a real chance if they do not jeopardise fundamental self-interests different values and interests can compete with each other both individually and in relation to one another The choice of partner countries is a good example of this: Should preference be given to countries that stand out for their effective poverty reduction good governance and social inclusion — even if they are ruled by authoritarian regimes Or is it preferable to work with formally democratic countries where clientelist elites dominate politics and structural poverty is hardly tackled The international community has declared the eradication of extreme poverty and hunger to be priority goals This makes it necessary to give priority to the realisation of material human rights — even if this means cooperating with authoritarian regimes the argument of global responsibility for poverty and climate change also argues in favour of aligning development policy measures more closely with existential needs than with political ideals Conflicts can also arise between short-term and long-term self-interests those who focus on promoting exports today may hinder the development of a productive local economy in Africa — and thus destroy tomorrow’s markets themselves German companies that invest in labour-intensive sectors but tend to replace rather than create jobs there are promoting migration instead of combating its causes There is no such thing as one German (or European) interest it is the political negotiation process that determines whose interests are enforced What is striking in this context is the absence of any discussion in the coalition agreement of a key policy area: the interaction between trade and development policy Although the African Free Trade Area is mentioned there is no mention of European trade agreements with countries in the Global South There is no mention of developing these agreements in a way that is conducive to development for example through asymmetries or environmental standards This reveals a glaring gap in the relationship between self-interest and global responsibility it can be problematic when democratic values conflict with geostrategic interests Those who take an overly moral stance towards non-democratic partners risk political destabilisation and diplomatic failure Friendships are difficult to build when moral finger-pointing dominates there is one area in which our self-interest can be reconciled with humanist values This is particularly evident in the link between development policy goals such as poverty and hunger reduction and our long-term interests in world peace political stability – especially in neighbouring regions of the world – combating the causes of migration (insofar as this relates to prospects for life in the regions of origin) Only a development policy that succeeds in providing stable employment for the large number of underemployed people who struggle daily for their material existence can counteract the urge to resolve conflicts by force This is the only way to undermine the growing militancy warlords and war-based economic structures A development policy that specifically creates jobs is in the interests of Germany as a whole Securing food and income for all creates the conditions for political stability and prevents people from resorting to inhumane forms of earning a living due to a lack of alternatives People who are given the opportunity to process the fruits of economic growth in their own home region rather than being forced to take the dangerous route across the Mediterranean And only where industrial value chains emerge will there be long-term demand for German machinery trusting relationships with partner countries can also be built more sustainably if we do not relentlessly demand free access to their domestic markets but work together to provide productive employment for dissatisfied sections of the population a development policy that does not make serious efforts to eliminate poverty and hunger (Sustainability Goals 1 and 2) not only damages the credibility of our values but also our own interest in a more peaceful and sustainable world order Theo Rauch is an adjunct professor at the Centre for Development Studies at the Institute of Geography at the Free University of Berlin His work in development policy has focused on the possibilities and limitations of interventions in international development cooperation Download the IPS-Journal as an app for Android and iOS and relevant health information to communities nationwide The Merck Manuals are widely regarded as one of the most authoritative and trusted medical references available globally the Alliance is able to offer free online access to the Merck Manuals—a comprehensive and trusted medical reference This resource is part of the Alliance's educational initiatives and health professionals with reliable medical information in both English and Spanish "We are thrilled to collaborate with the Merck Manuals in expanding access to vital health information," said Dr President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health this collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting women who are often the lead advocates for health in their homes and communities with the information they need to make informed decisions." added, "We are honored to partner with the National Alliance for Hispanic Health to provide access to the Merck Manuals This collaboration will help ensure that accurate health information is available to the communities they serve empowering them to make informed health decisions and improve outcomes." The Merck Manuals are provided strictly as an educational and referential tool and are not intended to be professional advice Though published by a pharmaceutical company the Manuals are maintained as a non-promotional distinct from the company's commercial products Trusted by health professionals for over 125 years the Merck Manuals are a leading global source of accurate and evidence-based medical information for both providers and the public For more information and to access the Merck Manuals, please visit https://www.healthyamericas.org/resources SOURCE National Alliance for Hispanic Health En celebración del Mes de la Salud de la Mujer la Alianza Nacional para la Salud Hispana (La Alianza) se enorgullece en anunciar una nueva.. 3 de abril de 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/-- La Alianza Nacional para la Salud Hispana y la Parkinson's Foundation se enorgullecen.. Hispanic Diversity, Equity & Inclusion The Controlled Environment Agriculture Alliance (CEA Alliance) has announced its new officers and members of its Board of Directors for 2025 Taking on the role of board chair is Steve Campione Campione has served as CFO of BrightFarms for over seven years where he is the principal architect behind the company's strategy to develop highly automated large-scale regional greenhouses across the Midwest Campione spent nearly nine years as CFO and COO of Rural Media Group a leading media company dedicated to serving the agricultural community Campione has been actively engaged in efforts to improve the visibility of controlled environment agriculture and has been an advocate for the industry at both the state and federal levels New members joining the board include Jamie Burrows founder and CEO of Vertical Future; David Einstandig senior vice president/general counsel of Mastronardi Produce; Kyle Freedman global market segment manager of Jiffy Group; Skip Hulett chief legal officer of NatureSweet; and Tim Reusch Members with continuing Board service include Tim Cunniff co-founder and executive vice president of sales for Little Leaf Farms who will continue as treasurer; Dane Almassy senior vice president of sales for Customer Logistics and Marketing vice president of quality and safety for 80 Acres; Craig Hurlbert Also remaining on the board as past chair is Dan Malech "I want to thank Dan for his service chairing the Alliance as we've made great strides under his leadership I'd also like to welcome Steve to the Chairmanship and all of our new and continuing board members The CEA Alliance and the entire indoor farming sector are fortunate to have all of these business leaders helping guide our industry into the future," said Tom Stenzel For more information:CEA Alliancewww.ceaalliance.com Frontpage photo: © Deepfrog17 | Dreamstime.com | Dreamstime FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 HortiDaily.com Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMARQUETTE (WLUC) - A performance showcased the hard work of three graduating high school seniors on Sunday The Superior String Alliance held a side-by-side concert in Marquette to celebrate James Uchytil Uchytil says it’s awesome to play professionally with people he’s looked up to for years “Getting to create music with diverse groups of people--professionals and other students--creates connections and it’s a really rewarding community,” Uchytil said Superior String Alliance Executive Director Danielle Simandl says the students attended the SSA’s summer camp for years She’s amazed to watch them grow up and perform with the Marquette Symphony Orchestra “They have so much experience under their belts in the first place so that’s why we’re asked to do this,” Simandl said and this is fun to be side-by-side with you.’” Simandl says it’s important for young musicians to get out of the practice room and perform for an audience developing your whole artistry as a musician and to put that all into what really is a small moment in time for a performance is an extremely important part of things for us as artists,” Simandl said Uchytil’s love for music will continue to grow through opportunities like the concert He plans to study the violin at Lawrence University Conservatory of Music Uchytil says he couldn’t have gone on to pursue a career in music without the support of the community and other musicians “They just really helped me create my own sound and express myself in my own way and it’s made me want to do it for the rest of my life,” Uchytil said An afternoon of music brought generations of Yoopers together NORTH LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The mission to end homelessness takes another step forward with a community resource event taking place this Thursday in North Las Vegas Channel 13 continues to be steadfast in telling you about community resource events especially as many of you bring us concerns over homelessness affecting people in the community Solution for help may be found at an upcoming Nevada Homeless Alliance Family Connect pop-up event — happening this Thursday, May 8, at Delta Academy from 2 p.m The event is free and available to students and families across the valley Delta Academy is located at 818 W Brooks Avenue in North Las Vegas their pop-ups have served thousands of people by providing critical resources in healthcare housing assessments and more in their mission to end homelessness we believe that collaboration is the key to success,” said Dr executive director of Nevada Homeless Alliance “In order to be effective in meeting our mission and serving the most vulnerable neighbors we must ensure that we are working alongside our non-profit corporate partners and the general public.” There will also be vision and medical services available vaccinations for back-to-school season (COVID-19 not only are we passionate about helping our students and families succeed our community throughout Southern Nevada,” said Dr crucial resources are not easily accessible so we are grateful to have Nevada Homeless Alliance bring such an incredible pop-up event to our campus In addition to the resources mentioned above If you do plan on attending the pop-up event students and families will need to provide birth certificates and a Nevada ID card for entry RELATED | New documentary highlights student homelessness in Clark County School District Report a typo