Latest news with #24th
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Telecom networks increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, experts warn
TORONTO — Technology experts say telecommunications networks are increasingly susceptible to security threats and that companies should leverage artificial intelligence to help protect their infrastructure. Ericsson Canada chief technology officer Tania Leppert says there is a growing need to safeguard telecom infrastructure, both to maintain the flow of critical communication during emergencies and to prevent massive amounts of data from being stolen. Speaking Wednesday at the 24th annual Canadian Telecom Summit in Toronto, Leppert said the increased importance of telecom infrastructure in day-to-day life has made it an "attractive target for nefarious actors as well." She says attacks have become more sophisticated due to technological advancements, but AI analysis can also be used as a tool to monitor for potential threats to networks. Robert Beggs, chief executive of Waterloo, Ont.-based security solutions company DigitalDefence, says there's been an uptick in cyberthreats targeting the telecom sector over the past five years. In February, as part of a CRTC decision about improving 911 resiliency, the regulator directed service providers to implement "robust cybersecurity measures to help prevent outages caused by cyberattacks," which can include firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other safeguards. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 4, 2025. Sammy Hudes, The Canadian Press Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Revolutionary War Memorial Service to be held Sunday at Wyoming Monument
May 24—KINGSTON — Sherry Emershaw, president of the 24th Connecticut Militia Regiment, talked about Memorial Day and remembering our fallen heroes — and she took time to remember the Wyoming Valley's first soldiers killed in battle. Emershaw said our area has a rich history, and not many people realize part of that history is its role in the Revolutionary War. "We have the honor to have had a Revolutionary War battle fought in Wyoming Valley," Emershaw said. "It's quite extraordinary to think that our area had a part in the forming of our nation." Emershaw said we should all be proud of our area's Revolutionary War history, and we should never forget those who gave their lives to provide us a legacy of the rights and freedoms we all enjoy today. The Battle of Wyoming, fought July 3, 1778, will always be an important historical event in our area — but, Emershaw said, it is especially significant now with the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. On July 3, 1778, the fields around what is now the monument ran red with the blood of patriots who were massacred by a combined force of British troops and their Iroquois allies during the Revolutionary War. Emershaw said the 24th Connecticut Militia Regiment will organize and participate in local programs and commemorations as we celebrate nationwide. A Revolutionary War Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday , May 25 . This is the fifth year of the event for the 24th Regiment. Formerly held at the Forty Fort Meeting House, this year's service will be held on the grounds of the Wyoming Monument. Emershaw said that five years ago, members of the 24th Connecticut Militia Regiment — re-enactors and living historians representing the men and women of Wyoming Valley during the American Revolution — felt it was time to have a Memorial Day service to remember and honor those who fell at the Battle of Wyoming that was fought on July 3, 1778. "The remembrance service is conducted by our Unit's chaplain in 18th century style following the Common Book of Prayer, allowing visitors to transfer back in time to what 1779 residents of Wyoming Valley would have experienced at a church service," Emershaw said. "The names of the patriots who were killed at the Battle of Wyoming — including those who were killed at the Harding Massacre that occurred on June 30, 1778 — are read aloud during the program, along with 18th century hymns to the music of a recorder. After the service, there will be an honorary volley." Emershaw noted that Memorial Day ceremonies are usually conducted in cemeteries, but this one is different. "Since the bones of the fallen soldiers of the Battle of Wyoming are members of the 24th who protected and defended Wyoming Valley during the Revolutionary War and who are interred within the Monument, we felt we should have the remembrance service where they lay." Emershaw said she and the members of the 24th Regiment have been working with the Wyoming Monument Association, which has supported the event and are pleased that the ceremony will feature the beautiful Wyoming Monument, which only has one event each year on the 4th of July. "Also, we want to highlight Revolutionary War events at historical locations in Luzerne County for the upcoming 250th anniversary of the USA," Emershaw said. About the 24th Connecticut Militia The 24th Connecticut Militia was first formed by the inhabitants of Wyoming Valley at a town meeting in May 1775, as a result of the Battles of Lexington & Concord to protect and defend Wyoming. With increasing hostilities in the Boston area, the Continental Army was then formed by an act of the Continental Congress on June 14, 1775, with George Washington being appointed by Congress the next day. "The Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775, prompted the Connecticut Assembly at its October session and made the 24th Regiment official by appointing its line officers on Oct. 17, 1775, making 2025 our 250th birthday," Emershaw said. Then, 10 Militia companies would be formed and two Wyoming Independent Companies were formed to serve in the Continental Army. The Independent Companies suffered through the winter at Valley Forge. Notable battles they fought in were Millstone and Bound Brook in New Jersey, Germantown, Brandywine, Fort Mifflin in Pennsylvania, and the Battle of Monmouth. Eventually, a Third Independent Company was formed because of the threat of invasion from the British and their Indian allies. The invasion occurred on July 3, 1778 — known as the Battle of Wyoming — and oftentimes the Wyoming Massacre because of the reported atrocities that happened after the Battle. Soldiers of the 24th Regiment also served in the 1779 Sullivan Expedition. In October 1778, remains from the battlefield were collected and placed in a mass grave — 50 years later they were disinterred and eventually placed in a vault within the Wyoming Monument. "The 24th Regiment is honored to be able to have this Remembrance Service at the site of the final resting place of those patriots," Emershaw said. Emershaw said the 24th Regiment group will be placing 227 flags at the Monument base, representing those killed in the Battle of Wyoming of July 3, 1778, and the Harding Massacre which occurred a few days before the Battle on June 30, 1778. Reach Bill O'Boyle at 570-991-6118 or on Twitter @TLBillOBoyle.
The Star
10-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
‘Move beyond siloed thinking'
WITH the world changing at an unprecedented pace, the resulting uncertainty calls for fresh perspectives on education, leadership and innovation, said HELP University chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Paul Chan. He pointed to the 'transition nexus' – where experiential learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and circular economy principles intersect – as the central framework to guide these shifts. 'We cannot solve the problems of our country – and certainly not the world – unless we move beyond siloed thinking. 'This is no longer the age of monodisciplinary or interdisciplinary work. We have entered the era of transdisciplinary learning. 'Learning must move beyond information transfer to become a dynamic journey of identity formation,' he said during his welcome address at the 24th HELP University Annual Convocation Strategy Symposium in Kuala Lumpur on April 26. The symposium brought together thought leaders, policymakers, educators and industry practitioners to explore how AI-driven experiential learning, circular economy principles, and cross-sector collaboration among government, universities and industry can drive innovation in an era of uncertainty. Chan said experiential learning forms the foundation for both lifelong and life-wide learning, enabling a transformation in how young people are educated and professionals are upskilled. He added that leadership – the only 'compass' available in uncertain times – must remain fluid. 'It must be an exadaptive leadership – prudent, exponential, and capable of rearranging existing resources to solve problems that have not yet emerged,' he said. He also urged educators, policymakers and industry leaders to embrace a shift from experiential to experimental learning. 'With an understanding of experimental learning, we can then recognise that AI is not frivolous; in fact, it is rigorous. We must learn to master this tool,' he said. Beyond knowledge transfer Malaysian Qualifications Agency chief executive officer Prof Datuk Dr Mohammad Shatar Sabran, who delivered the keynote speech, emphasised the need for action – challenging institutions to become architects of transformative, lifelong and life-wide learning. Drawing on the metaphor of an architectural structure, Prof Mohamed Shatar articulated a vision of education in which the 'pillars' represent foundational values – resilience, critical thinking and ethical reasoning – while the 'roof' signifies the overarching aspiration of nurturing responsible, future-ready citizens. He emphasised that in today's fast-shifting landscape, education must no longer be viewed as a linear conveyor belt of knowledge transfer. Instead, he said, it must foster flexible, holistic individuals capable of navigating complex and unknowable futures. 'Experiential learning models based on the '3Ls' – Learn by Listening, Learn by Seeing, and Learn by Doing – are important. 'Why teach photosynthesis in a classroom when you can sit under a tree and examine a leaf? 'Learning doesn't need to be confined to four walls,' he stressed, citing examples from Korea and Japan, where students engage in outdoor, hands-on learning activities, reinforcing knowledge through experience rather than rote memorisation. He further underscored the importance of differentiation through innovation for Malaysia to position itself as a global education hub and stand out as 'bold, flexible and innovative'. 'That difference must stem from how we teach and how our students learn,' said Prof Mohammad Shatar, who also witnessed the signing of three memoranda of understanding (MoUs) during the symposium, aimed at facilitating HELP's global expansion. The first MoU was signed with China's Hunan University of Technology to establish the Institute of Future Technology and Design, dedicated to advancing AI-driven entrepreneurship. The aim is to position Malaysia as a centre for packaging technology, which plays a key role in eco-technology development for waste recycling. The second was with the Global Education Advancement Group, a former Nasdaq-listed company, to provide technical and vocational education and training-driven upskilling programmes that support workforce development. The third partnership was with the Australian Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) to offer competency-based training tailored to the demands of the evolving financial ecology. Gamifying lessons Like Prof Chan and Prof Mohammad Shatar, Gamify Lab chief creative officer Erik Moltgen also advocated moving beyond passive knowledge transfer. Moltgen 'We must move towards active, engaging learning environments. Design is as crucial as content,' he said. Noting the synergy between gamification and AI, he said the latter enables the creation of more immersive, personalised and efficient educational experiences than ever before. There is, however, a divide in how people perceive AI – one that is often generational and economic, he opined. 'Parents view gaming as a distraction or the opposite of work. But I see games as a powerful ally to learning,' he said, referencing how games like chess have historically been used to develop strategic thinking. He added that gamification – using game mechanics to enhance learning – can play a key role in addressing the current crisis in motivation. 'Universities have long relied on extrinsic motivation, but that's declining. 'Forty years ago, a degree was enough to secure a job. Now, even with a degree, experience and diplomas, graduates are competing in a saturated market,' he said during a panel discussion alongside IPA chief executive officer Andrew Conway, International Council for Small Business chairman Prof Dr Ki Chan Kim, and Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants advocacy and professional standards director Terence Lam. Policy as a catalyst Malaysian Investment Development Authority sustainability division director Syed Kamal Muzaffa Syed Hassan Sagaff identified policy as the structural base enabling collaborative innovation, particularly in emerging fields like AI. He cited the Malaysia Artificial Intelligence Nexus 2024 as a concrete example of policy in action, aimed at promoting AI development across various sectors. The initiative seeks to unite AI experts, universities, businesses and government agencies to create a cohesive ecosystem for AI advancement. 'That is what we are talking about – cross-sector collaboration. 'Malaysia already has the right policies and government oversight in place to enable cross-sector innovation – especially in AI. 'Now, success depends on industry and academia actively joining the effort to bring that policy to life,' he said during a panel discussion that also featured HRD Corp chief strategy officer Dr Rony A Gobilee, HELP University Institute of Crime and Criminology director and professional chair Datuk Seri Dr Akhbar Satar, and Transparency International Malaysia president Raymon Ram offering perspectives on how strategic policy frameworks are shaping Malaysia's future. Echoing Syed Kamal Muzaffa, Rony reinforced the importance of policy-driven partnerships at both national and regional levels. He said platforms such as HRD Corp's e-learning aggregator, e-LATiH, reflect a future-facing approach to experiential and lifelong learning. 'Policy should not only be made available, but also accessible. 'This is part of our strategic plan development. We work together with industry,' he said, adding that HRD Corp is currently focused on closing gaps within industry to help create high-paying jobs, support technology adoption, and ensure a sustainable learning ecosystem. Highlighting the need for cross-border collaboration to scale these efforts beyond Malaysia, he said boundaries should not limit opportunities to learn from one another. 'We are looking at the Asean level, where industries in Malaysia are no longer confined by borders in terms of talent and competencies,' he said, adding that Asean countries share common interests – skills consistency, talent mobility, inclusive growth, regional collaboration, and strong public-private partnerships. Looking ahead, Rony said Malaysia would leverage its Asean chairmanship to promote leadership and skills exchange across the region. 'This year, we aim to organise a skills exchange programme through Asean leadership, enhancing the value proposition for all member countries,' he said.
The Star
27-04-2025
- Climate
- The Star
Asean discusses climate change response measures
PHNOM PENH/VIENTIANE (Bernama-VNA): The 24th Association Of South-East Asian Nations (Asean) Climate Outlook Forum Was Convened In Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, on April 24, focusing on heatwaves and public health. According to Vietnam News Agency (VNA) the forum took place in the context that many countries in the bloc are suffering from negative impacts of climate change. It was attended by climate experts from ASEAN member states and representatives from the World Meteorological Organisation, ASEAN Specialised Meteorological Centre, and Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System, among others. Speaking at the forum's opening ceremony, Cambodian Water Resources and Meteorology Minister Thor Chetha said Asean has emerged as a hotspot for the impacts brought on by the changing climate such as floods, droughts, and heatwaves. He highlighted the importance of climate research and study as well as the determination of root causes of natural phenomena in order to deal with the dangers of climate change in the long term. He said it's necessary that countries in the region cooperate with each other in the exchanges of data, technology and knowledge in order to address climate challenges. He noted he is confident that the forum's outcomes will be useful for all stakeholders to develop practical strategic plans to combat, mitigate, and adapt to climate change. - Bernama-VNA
Barnama
25-04-2025
- Climate
- Barnama
ASEAN Discusses Climate Change Response Measures
PHNOM PENH, April 25 (Bernama-VNA) -- The 24th Association Of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Climate Outlook Forum Was Convened In Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, on April 24, focusing on heatwaves and public health. According to Vietnam News Agency (VNA) the forum took place in the context that many countries in the bloc are suffering from negative impacts of climate change. It was attended by climate experts from ASEAN member states and representatives from the World Meteorological Organisation, ASEAN Specialised Meteorological Centre, and Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System, among others.
