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BANGKOK (AP) – A Myanmar military airstrikes appeared at schools on Monday in a village in the country’s central Sagan region, killing as many as 20 students and two teachers, according to members of the Resistance Group, aid workers and media coverage.The morning attack on the village of Ohe Htein Twin in the region’s Tabayin Township, also known as Depayin, also injured dozens of students, they said.Neither the military government nor the state media have released information about reported airstrikes.The army has Air bombs are increasingly being used Counter A broad armed struggle Contrary to that rule, it began in…
Women make up about 70% of the global event workforce, but their stories, leadership and influence are often underestimated. 70% is a weekly series celebrating women who shape the event industry. From rising stars to veteran leaders, each profile sheds light on the career journeys, challenges and perspectives of women working in every corner of the sector. In the 6th edition, we will talk to Fay Sharpe Obe, founder of the Fast Forward 15 program. FAY Sharpe’s first FF15 award, Mermaid London, April 24, 2025. Have you been in the events industry for years? I studied hospitality at Bournemouth University.…
HR Tech’s startup Ripling is valued at $16.8 billion after closing its $450 million funding round, the company confirmed Friday. This is a jump from the $13.5 billion valuation I posted a year ago. In addition to the new funding, San Francisco-based Rippling said it plans to spend another $200 million in purchase stake from current and former employees. There were no lead investors in the round, but the company said it included Baillie Gifford, Elad Gil and Goldman Sachs Growth. The funding news comes just two months after Rippling sued the salary launch of rivals over the theft of…
The Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health (CCRAH) is a University of Saskatchewan research centre in Saskatchewan, Canada. We embody innovative research, dedicated outreach, and collaborative efforts to support people to live healthy and safe in rural and agricultural settings. We welcome collaborations that enhance rural peoples’ health and safety. Community-driven research-to-action CCRAH is a research centre dedicated to putting our boots on the ground alongside rural and agricultural people to address their health and safety needs. We accomplish this by working at the grassroots, in, for, and with the people and communities, undertaking research, developing resources, and delivering…
Georgetown, Cayman Islands, May 12, 2025, Chain Wire At the Sonic Summit in Vienna from May 6th to 8th, Sonic Labs announced the completion of a $10 million strategic sale of S-Token to Galaxy, the global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure. This investment strengthens Sonic Lab’s position in the US market and provides important support for the development of a distributed finance (DEFI) ecosystem. Strategic Partnerships The strategic investment from Galaxy represents an important milestone for Sonic Labs as Sonic Labs continues to expand globally. The partnership is expected to accelerate Sonic Labs’ market penetration in the…
While Apple plans to raise prices on its iPhone lineup this fall, the company does not want anyone to link the increase to tariffs on imports from China, where most devices are made, the Wall Street Journal reported Monday. According to the report, most of Apple’s devices are still assembled in China, and their rising costs are beginning to bite. Apple’s shares were partially lifted by broader market profits after the US and China agreed to temporarily ease mutual tariffs, increasing 7% in pre-market trading. Still, the pain doesn’t go away anytime soon, as China’s imports into the US face…
People pass the Advertising feature of Donald Trump along with Bitcoin in Hong Kong. James May | Lightrocket | Getty ImagesStocks Kindlymd It surged 600% on Monday after the healthcare company announced its merger with Nakamoto Holdings. Bitcoin An investment company founded by David Bailey, President Donald Trump’s leading cryptocurrency advisor.The newly formed company secures $200 million in conversion obligations and $510 million in fresh capital through public equity (PIPE) transactions, offering $1.12 in each.The Rays received support from more than 200 investors including Actai Ventures, Arrington Capital, BSQ Capital Partners, Kingsway, Van Eck and Yorkville Advisors.Read more about CNBC…
Data centers are facing a growing crisis. As AI worksloads balloons and streaming service scales, data center power demand is expected to more than double by 2030, reaching levels comparable to a country-wide level like Japan. challenge? Only half of that energy demand is expected to be met by renewables, and the industry’s carbon footprint will be under intense scrutiny. Zendo Energy believes there is an answer. The UK-based startup has developed what is described as an “energy OS.” This is software that helps data centers manage their energy usage more efficiently, reduce costs, and move away from fossil fuels.…
May 12, 2025Ravie LakshmananCybersecurity / Hacking News What do a source code editor, a smart billboard, and a web server have in common? They’ve all become launchpads for attacks—because cybercriminals are rethinking what counts as “infrastructure.” Instead of chasing high-value targets directly, threat actors are now quietly taking over the overlooked: outdated software, unpatched IoT devices, and open-source packages. It’s not just clever—it’s reshaping how intrusion, persistence, and evasion happen at scale. ⚡ Threat of the Week 5Socks Proxy Using IoT, EoL Systems Dismantled in Law Enforcement Operation — A joint law enforcement operation undertaken by Dutch and U.S. authorities…
A research project at the University of Boros in Sweden investigated the chemical modification and use of lignin with sustainable fiber-reinforced materials. Lignin, a by-product of the forest industry, can be used to produce sustainable materials that can not only replace petroleum-based products, but also reduce the weight of the structure without compromising mechanical properties. The project revolves around four important questions: How can you improve compatibility between lignin and other substances? How can the change process be more efficient and environmentally friendly? How can you improve the mechanical and thermal properties of a material? How can fibers be incorporated…