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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Stink Floyd blooms! Long-awaited event brings extended hours for visitors
AMES, Iowa — After days of anticipation, Reiman Gardens Stink Floyd is finally blooming! However, with only a few hours of bloom time, visitors had better get there quick! Stink Floyd is a corpse flower, or Amorphophallus titanum, that only blooms every 7 to 10 years. The bloom will only last for 24 to 36 hours, and the notorious stench, often compared to rotting flesh, is strongest earliest on. Reiman Gardens says the bloom started around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Caitlin Clark says flagrant foul for shoving Angel Reese was not 'malicious' 'The corpse plant is one of the rarest and most fascinating blooms on Earth, and we're thrilled to share this unique botanical phenomenon with the community,' said Andrew Gogerty, Manager of Marketing and Communications. Reimen Gardens is offering extended hours during the bloom, with Saturday's hours extending until 11 p.m. and Sunday opening at 7 a.m. and staying open till 11 p.m. Normal price of admission applies. General admission is $12. Youth ages 2-12 are $6. Two and under are free. Free for Reiman Gardens members and ISU students with ID. You can follow Stink Floyd's progress and get real-time updates on the Reiman Gardens Facebook page. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
ISU President Wintersteen retires after 40 years with the school
AMES, Iowa — Word broke Friday morning of Wendy Wintersteen's retirement as the President of Iowa State University. On campus, families and graduates were scurrying on a graduation weekend schedule. Many had to have time for the picture with the ISU Campanile, with cap and gown. Most did not know of this change at Iowa State. 'It's been a fascinating journey, I am truly proud of Iowa State's extraordinary faculty and staff for their remarkable performance these past years,' said Wintersteen in a news release. 'Perhaps most of all, I will miss the amazing energy, talent and potential of our Iowa State students.' Students and alums learning of her decision were surprised. One student getting his PhD was thankful she supported efforts to launch new businesses. 'And as a result of the pitches that I've done and the experience of my classmates and I, we've had Wendy's full throat support for this,' said Bradley Swan, PhD Graduate from Minnesota. 'I know she's actually reached out, and they've had conversations about how they can support that program.' Wakonda Club prepares for Principal Charity Classic 'But it was a really big deal to have like the first female president of Iowa State,' said Meredith Lehman, an ISU alum from Gilbert. 'It kinda definitely brought change to issues that might not have been considered.' 'I think she did a really great job being the first woman president of Iowa State,' said Sadee Lynch, an ISU graduate from Boone. 'Such an example of, that women can do powerful things and lead the university and yeah, she's going to be missed.' Meghan Gillette, is President of the ISU Faculty Senate. 'From the faculty perspective, ultimately I just hope that the next president loves Iowa State, and Ames, and the state of Iowa as much as Wendy does,' said Gillette. 'I hope that the next president will continue working in the spirit of shared governance, and will continue to be student centric.' Gillette said as a teaching faculty member, her focus is on the students, and she said Wintersteen also shared that focus. 'I think, you know, as faculty first and foremost we are very invested in the students, we care deeply about the students,' said Gillette. 'President Wintersteen set a great example of what it's like to be student-centric' Wintersteen will retire in January of 2026. Iowa News: Regional Water issues mandatory water rationing, water sources below capacity ISU President Wintersteen retires after 40 years with the school Why has it been so windy in Iowa? Get ready for a cool down this weekend in Iowa Judge OKs Iowa limits on K-6 gender identity, sexual orientation teaching but not elective programs Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Star
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
More than 1,500 exhibitors expected at Metaltech and Automex 2025
Strategic partnership: The opening ceremony of Metaltech and Automex 2025. It is held in collaboration with the Advanced Machinery and Engineering Summit. From left are Geonice Chong, Leeuwenburgh, Datuk Hanafi Sakri, Abdul Rahman and Mac at the event. KUALA LUMPUR: The Metaltech and Automex 2025 event which began yesterday is expected to showcase a new era of smart and green manufacturing. Themed, 'Sustainable manufacturing: from smart solutions to AI innovations', the trade show at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (Mitec) will be held until May 17. It will feature more than 1,500 exhibitors and brands from 40 countries including Germany, South Korea, Taiwan, China, and Singapore. It was organised by Informa Markets Malaysia and is expected to draw more than 20,000 trade visitors. Participants will have the opportunity to view more than 5,000 advanced technologies on display including CNC machinery, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things, smart sensors, and energy-efficient manufacturing systems. They will also have the opportunity to watch live product demonstrations, attend technical seminars and knowledge sharing forums. This year's event also witnessed a strategic collaboration with the co-location of the Advanced Machinery and Engineering Summit (AMES) 2025, an initiative by the Machinery and Engineering Industries Federation (MEIF). The collaboration is aimed at strengthening the link between technological innovation and policy discourse, further accelerating industrial transformation across the region. MEIF president Mac Ngan Boon said AMES' launch was not to duplicate existing activities but create space for focused dialogues, sharper insight and coordinated action. Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Bhd (MIDF) chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat emphasised on the importance of financial tools and partnerships to bring industrial innovation to life. 'MIDF supports this national agenda by empowering small and medium enterprises and manufacturers across key sectors including machinery, engineering, and automation to adopt modern, advanced technologies and upgrade their capabilities,' he said. According to Abdul Rahman, there has been a fundamental change in how industries operate, namely driven by automation, data, AI and smart manufacturing. 'These transformations are reshaping global supply chains and redefining industrial competitiveness and this is something we should not miss out on,' he noted. Informa Markets Malaysia country general manager Gerard Leeuwenburgh stressed on the role of sustainability in shaping future industry standards. 'Sustainability is no longer a trend, it's a necessity. From energy-efficient machinery and low-waste production methods to sustainable material sourcing and circular design, the innovations we are seeing across the show floor proved that going green is not just good for the planet but for businesses as well,' he said. Meanwhile, organisers are looking forward to the 30th anniversary of Metaltech and Automex which will be held from May 20 to May 23, 2025 at Mitec. 'This milestone event promises to be the biggest and boldest edition yet, spotlighting three decades of breakthroughs, partnerships, and progress that have shaped Malaysia's industrial landscape.' Subsequently, the International Automation Technology Exhibition will debut as a standalone event in Penang from Nov 4 to Nov 6, 2025. 'After more than 14 years of co-location with Metaltech, this expansion reflects Automex's growing influence and the rising demand for smart automation, robotics, AI, and machine vision technologies, especially in Malaysia's northern manufacturing corridor,' Informa markets said.
Korea Herald
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025 IGNITES A NEW ERA OF SMART AND GREEN MANUFACTURING
Southeast Asia's premier metalworking and automation trade show champions sustainability, AI integration, and international collaboration. KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southeast Asia's manufacturing, automation, and engineering sectors converged today as METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025 officially opened its doors at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC). Now in its 29th edition, the event continues to lead the charge in smart, sustainable manufacturing with the region's largest showcase of advanced technologies, automation solutions, and next-generation innovations. Organised by Informa Markets Malaysia, this year's edition reaches new heights with the co-location of the Advanced Machinery & Engineering Summit (AMES) 2025, an initiative by the Machinery & Engineering Industries Federation (MEIF). This strategic collaboration strengthens the link between technological innovation and policy discourse, further accelerating industrial transformation across the region. "MEIF has long supported METALTECH & AUTOMEX as a committed industry partner. That continuity has deepened our understanding of the challenges, shifts, and emerging needs of the sector," said Mac Ngan Boon, President of MEIF. "We now launch AMES, not to duplicate what already exists, but to create space for focused dialogue, sharper insight, and coordinated action." The ceremony was officiated by Datuk Mohd Hanafi Sakri, Deputy Secretary General (Industry) of the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), who praised the dual event format as both "practical and symbolic." "It reflects a broader shift we are witnessing - where industrial transformation is no longer confined to technical implementation or policy frameworks alone - but where both must be designed and delivered together," he said in his opening address. Themed "Sustainable Manufacturing: From Smart Solutions to AI Innovations," METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025 features over 1,500 exhibitors and brands from 40 countries and regions, including groups and pavilions from Germany, South Korea, Taiwan, Mainland China, and Singapore. With more than 5,000 advanced technologies on display, including CNC machinery, robotics, AI, IoT, smart sensors, and energy-efficient manufacturing systems, the event is expected to draw over 20,000 trade visitors across four days. In a keynote speech at AMES 2025, Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Chairman of MIDF Berhad, called attention to the financial tools and partnerships that can bring industrial innovation to life. "These are not just loans - they are investments into the future of Malaysian and regional industries," he said. "MIDF supports this national agenda by empowering SMEs and manufacturers across key sectors - including machinery, engineering, and automation - to adopt modern, advanced technologies and upgrade their capabilities." He also underscored the importance of aligning financing with the goals of NIMP 2030 and Industrial Revolution 4.0."We are seeing a fundamental change in how industries operate, driven by automation, data, artificial intelligence, and smart manufacturing. These transformations are reshaping global supply chains and redefining industrial competitiveness - and this is something we should not miss out on." Gerard Leeuwenburgh, Country General Manager of Informa Markets Malaysia, further emphasised the role of sustainability in shaping future industry standards. "Sustainability is no longer a trend; it's a necessity. From energy-efficient machinery and low-waste production methods to sustainable material sourcing and circular design, the innovations we're seeing across the show floor prove that going green is not just good for the planet - but for business as well." Since its inception, METALTECH & AUTOMEX has evolved into a cornerstone of the regional industrial calendar, attracting more than 400,000 industry professionals and generating millions in trade value. With the debut of AMES 2025, the platform takes another leap - bringing policy, practice, and progress under one roof. This year's exhibition features live product demonstrations, technical seminars, and knowledge-sharing forums. Topics range from sustainable manufacturing practices and energy optimisation to digital transformation for SMEs and AI integration. "The machinery and engineering sector is the enabling layer for advanced manufacturing, energy-efficient processes, and industrial resilience," Datuk Hanafi concluded. "We at MITI are committed to supporting these efforts - by aligning policy tools with market needs and ensuring Malaysia's industrial ambitions are matched by execution on the ground." Monitor ERP, this year's Gold Sponsor, was recognised for their integrated enterprise solutions that help manufacturers connect, optimise, and scale operations efficiently. Special thanks also go to AM Machinery, the event's Woven Bag Sponsor, for their continued support of METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025. Informa Markets Malaysia was lauded for its role in transforming METALTECH & AUTOMEX into a regional powerhouse of industrial advancement and collaboration. In a strategic move to broaden its national impact, the International Automation Technology Exhibition (AUTOMEX) will debut as a standalone event from 4–6 November 2025 at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre in Penang. After more than 14 years of co-location with METALTECH, this expansion reflects AUTOMEX's growing influence and the rising demand for smart automation, robotics, AI, and machine vision technologies, especially in Malaysia's northern manufacturing corridor. With momentum at an all-time high, the organisers are already gearing up for a landmark celebration - the 30th anniversary of METALTECH & AUTOMEX, set to take place from 20–23 May 2026 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur. This milestone event promises to be the biggest and boldest edition yet, spotlighting three decades of breakthroughs, partnerships, and progress that have shaped Malaysia's industrial landscape. METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025 runs from 14–17 May 2025 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur. For registration and more information, visit About METALTECH & AUTOMEX For over three decades, METALTECH & AUTOMEX has been the pulse of Malaysia's manufacturing industry. This premier event connects industry leaders across metalworking, machinery, robotics, and automation. Over 1,500 leading providers from 19 countries and regions showcase their cutting-edge solutions, including renowned group pavilions from industry giants like Mainland China, Germany, Singapore, Taiwan, and South Korea. With 33 specialised profiles, METALTECH & AUTOMEX provides a dynamic platform for suppliers to connect with local and regional buyers. The co-located International Automation
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025 IGNITES A NEW ERA OF SMART AND GREEN MANUFACTURING
Southeast Asia's premier metalworking and automation trade show champions sustainability, AI integration, and international collaboration. KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southeast Asia's manufacturing, automation, and engineering sectors converged today as METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025 officially opened its doors at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC). Now in its 29th edition, the event continues to lead the charge in smart, sustainable manufacturing with the region's largest showcase of advanced technologies, automation solutions, and next-generation innovations. Organised by Informa Markets Malaysia, this year's edition reaches new heights with the co-location of the Advanced Machinery & Engineering Summit (AMES) 2025, an initiative by the Machinery & Engineering Industries Federation (MEIF). This strategic collaboration strengthens the link between technological innovation and policy discourse, further accelerating industrial transformation across the region. "MEIF has long supported METALTECH & AUTOMEX as a committed industry partner. That continuity has deepened our understanding of the challenges, shifts, and emerging needs of the sector," said Mac Ngan Boon, President of MEIF. "We now launch AMES, not to duplicate what already exists, but to create space for focused dialogue, sharper insight, and coordinated action." The ceremony was officiated by Datuk Mohd Hanafi Sakri, Deputy Secretary General (Industry) of the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), who praised the dual event format as both "practical and symbolic." "It reflects a broader shift we are witnessing - where industrial transformation is no longer confined to technical implementation or policy frameworks alone - but where both must be designed and delivered together," he said in his opening address. Themed "Sustainable Manufacturing: From Smart Solutions to AI Innovations," METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025 features over 1,500 exhibitors and brands from 40 countries and regions, including groups and pavilions from Germany, South Korea, Taiwan, Mainland China, and Singapore. With more than 5,000 advanced technologies on display, including CNC machinery, robotics, AI, IoT, smart sensors, and energy-efficient manufacturing systems, the event is expected to draw over 20,000 trade visitors across four days. In a keynote speech at AMES 2025, Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Chairman of MIDF Berhad, called attention to the financial tools and partnerships that can bring industrial innovation to life. "These are not just loans - they are investments into the future of Malaysian and regional industries," he said. "MIDF supports this national agenda by empowering SMEs and manufacturers across key sectors - including machinery, engineering, and automation - to adopt modern, advanced technologies and upgrade their capabilities." He also underscored the importance of aligning financing with the goals of NIMP 2030 and Industrial Revolution 4.0."We are seeing a fundamental change in how industries operate, driven by automation, data, artificial intelligence, and smart manufacturing. These transformations are reshaping global supply chains and redefining industrial competitiveness - and this is something we should not miss out on." Gerard Leeuwenburgh, Country General Manager of Informa Markets Malaysia, further emphasised the role of sustainability in shaping future industry standards. "Sustainability is no longer a trend; it's a necessity. From energy-efficient machinery and low-waste production methods to sustainable material sourcing and circular design, the innovations we're seeing across the show floor prove that going green is not just good for the planet - but for business as well." Since its inception, METALTECH & AUTOMEX has evolved into a cornerstone of the regional industrial calendar, attracting more than 400,000 industry professionals and generating millions in trade value. With the debut of AMES 2025, the platform takes another leap - bringing policy, practice, and progress under one roof. This year's exhibition features live product demonstrations, technical seminars, and knowledge-sharing forums. Topics range from sustainable manufacturing practices and energy optimisation to digital transformation for SMEs and AI integration. "The machinery and engineering sector is the enabling layer for advanced manufacturing, energy-efficient processes, and industrial resilience," Datuk Hanafi concluded. "We at MITI are committed to supporting these efforts - by aligning policy tools with market needs and ensuring Malaysia's industrial ambitions are matched by execution on the ground." Monitor ERP, this year's Gold Sponsor, was recognised for their integrated enterprise solutions that help manufacturers connect, optimise, and scale operations efficiently. Special thanks also go to AM Machinery, the event's Woven Bag Sponsor, for their continued support of METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025. Informa Markets Malaysia was lauded for its role in transforming METALTECH & AUTOMEX into a regional powerhouse of industrial advancement and collaboration. In a strategic move to broaden its national impact, the International Automation Technology Exhibition (AUTOMEX) will debut as a standalone event from 4–6 November 2025 at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre in Penang. After more than 14 years of co-location with METALTECH, this expansion reflects AUTOMEX's growing influence and the rising demand for smart automation, robotics, AI, and machine vision technologies, especially in Malaysia's northern manufacturing corridor. With momentum at an all-time high, the organisers are already gearing up for a landmark celebration - the 30th anniversary of METALTECH & AUTOMEX, set to take place from 20–23 May 2026 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur. This milestone event promises to be the biggest and boldest edition yet, spotlighting three decades of breakthroughs, partnerships, and progress that have shaped Malaysia's industrial landscape. METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2025 runs from 14–17 May 2025 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur. For registration and more information, visit About METALTECH & AUTOMEX For over three decades, METALTECH & AUTOMEX has been the pulse of Malaysia's manufacturing industry. This premier event connects industry leaders across metalworking, machinery, robotics, and automation. Over 1,500 leading providers from 19 countries and regions showcase their cutting-edge solutions, including renowned group pavilions from industry giants like Mainland China, Germany, Singapore, Taiwan, and South Korea. With 33 specialised profiles, METALTECH & AUTOMEX provides a dynamic platform for suppliers to connect with local and regional buyers. The co-located International Automation View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE METALTECH & AUTOMEX 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
