Global law firm K&L Gates has advised Italy-based Linz Electric S.p.A. with its acquisition of a majority stake in German mechanical engineering company, KW Generator GmbH (KWG), following KWG’s reorganization. Linz Electric specializes in the design and production of alternators and electric rotating machines. KWG is a specialist in mobile […]
Read MoreIN A NUTSHELL 🔥 Builder.ai, a British startup, was exposed for using 700 engineers in India instead of advanced AI technology to code applications. 💰 The company raised over $480 million from investors like Microsoft, only to inflate revenue projections by 300% and face financial turmoil. ⚖️ Ongoing investigations include […]
Read MorePanelists engaged in a discussion with reporters about plastic pollution. Credit: Kizito Makoye/IPS By Kizito MakoyeNICE, France, Jun 11 2025 (IPS) As the sun peeked through the French Riviera clouds and a dozen reporters sipped orange juice aboard the WWF Panda Boat docked at Port Lympia, Frankie Orona, a Native […]
Read MoreIn May 2025, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed into law several bills that will impact both individual and business taxpayers. Although the changes are likely to increase many taxpayers’ Washington tax bills, some taxpayers may be able to reduce the potential impacts of some of the changes with careful tax […]
Read MoreIN A NUTSHELL 🌍 Gravity batteries offer a sustainable alternative to lithium-ion technology, utilizing the natural force of gravity for energy storage. 🔋 China’s ambitious EVx project demonstrates the potential of gravity storage with its towering structure that lifts 24-ton blocks to store energy. ⛏️ Gravitricity in Scotland repurposes abandoned […]
Read More“10,000 Ships for the Ocean,” launched at the UNOC3 in Nice, aims to build the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) by collaborating with the maritime industry to collect data. Credit: Kizito Makoye/IPS By Kizito MakoyeNICE, France, Jun 10 2025 (IPS) A groundbreaking initiative to revolutionize global ocean observation is being […]
Read MoreGifts from your IRA – Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) Gifts from your IRA – Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) For donors aged 70-1/2 and older in the United States, a QCD is a convenient and tax-smart way to support Cultural Survival, especially for those who do not itemize […]
Read MoreUN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaking at the opening of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference. Credit: UNDESA By Naureen HossainNICE, France, Jun 9 2025 (IPS) The world has converged along the Mediterranean Sea to affirm their commitments to the sustainable use and protection of the ocean. June 9 marked the first […]
Read MoreIN A NUTSHELL 🌱 The construction industry is transitioning from diesel generators to hydrogen fuel cells for a cleaner energy source. 🚧 The HS2 project in the UK demonstrates the large-scale potential of hydrogen technologies in sustainable construction. 🔧 GeoPura is leading the hydrogen revolution, aiming to expand its fleet […]
Read MoreIN A NUTSHELL 🚗 The Maextro S800 introduces the Zongheng Xinghan design, featuring sleek lines and crystal headlights for a futuristic look. 🔋 Available in pure electric and extended-range versions, it boasts ultra-fast charging capabilities, going from 10% to 80% in just minutes. 🏎️ With a tri-motor setup, the S800 […]
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