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The Sun
6 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Kelantan seeks federal funds to upgrade Gerik-Jeli highway safety
KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan government has formally requested federal funding to upgrade the Gerik–Jeli stretch of the East-West Highway (JRTB) to improve road safety and user comfort. State Public Works, Infrastructure, Water and Rural Development Committee chairman Datuk Dr Izani Husin confirmed the application was submitted through the state Public Works Department (JKR). The proposed upgrades include five key components: slope repairs, overtaking lanes, corrugated metal drainage pipes, New Jersey concrete barriers, and solar-powered streetlights. 'The state is also procuring LED warning signboards that illuminate at night to alert motorists, especially in low-visibility areas,' Izani said. The request follows concerns over frequent accidents, including wildlife-related incidents. Izani addressed the issue during the Kelantan State Legislative Assembly in response to a question from Datuk Abdul Hadi Awang Kechil (PAS–Kuala Balah). To mitigate wildlife hazards, the state is collaborating with the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (PERHILITAN) and Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) to establish an elephant feeding corridor in Jeli. 'Hotspot identification is currently underway,' Izani added. For tiger conservation, movement corridors have been mapped, with plans to implement monitoring and protection measures under the Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) framework. Additional safety measures include wildlife crossing signs and regular patrols by PERHILITAN personnel to guide elephants away from the highway when necessary. – Bernama
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Project Odyssey Season 3 Premieres August 29 - 3,000+ Creators, 100+ Countries & a Las Vegas Gala Finale
San Francisco, CA , July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Project Odyssey, the world's largest AI filmmaking competition opens submissions August 29, 2025 for Season 3. This season is projected to feature over 10,000 AI‑generated films from more than 3,000 creators across 100+ countries, before culminating in a hybrid red‑carpet gala and livestream in mid‑November."Project Odyssey Season 3" with an astronaut walking on Mars. 'AI video has moved from niche experiment to mainstream creative force,' said Cale Frombach, Executive Director. 'Project Odyssey is more than a contest - it's a global showcase of how AI is rewriting the rules of storytelling and a huge opportunity for brands to tap into genuine creativity at scale." Building on Season 2's success - 4,593 film submissions from 2,043 teams in 87 countries - Season 3 aims to double participation, generate 300+ hours of original video, and surpass 2 million global impressions. Season 3 Key Dates (Tentative) Submissions Open: August 29, 2025 Submissions Close: October 3, 2025 Final Gala & Winners Announced: Mid‑November 2025 (Las Vegas, NV; hybrid event) Sponsor Opportunities & Benefits Sponsors are invited to directly connect their brands to an innovative global audience of creators and enthusiasts through highly visible partnership tiers, including opportunities to have naming rights to the awards gala, have their models/services/apps promoted to thousands of AI filmmakers, provide creative briefs for AI-generated promotional content, and much more. Why Sponsor Season 3? Global Creator Reach: Engage 3,000+ filmmakers across 100+ countries, embedding your product in their creative process. Thought Leadership: Position your brand at the forefront of AI‑driven storytelling and creativity. Authentic UGC: Leverage 'Ad Lab' briefs to generate genuine, passion‑driven micro‑films that outperform polished ads. Talent Scouting: Scout, connect, and recruit emerging filmmakers for internships, freelance gigs, or long‑term partnerships. Expert Insights: Speak on gala panels, join weekly livestreams, and collaborate with Cale Frombach and industry experts. Press & Media Engagement Embargoed Press Kits & Trailers: Available upon request ahead of August 29 launch for media planning. Exclusive Interviews: With Executive Director Cale Frombach and Season 2 winners. Behind‑the‑Scenes Access: Join our press list for continuous updates, insider insights, and gala coverage. About Project Odyssey Founded in 2024, Project Odyssey is the world's premier AI filmmaking competition. Seasons 1 & 2 attracted over 6,000 films and 2,000+ teams from 87 countries. Season 3 scales up with a target of 10,000+ film submissions, a global livestream, and an in‑person gala in Las Vegas. Media Contact Cale Frombach - Executive Director, Project Odysseycale@ Press Page Sponsors Page A video accompanying this announcement is available at
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘To whom should I go for justice now?': Pain, anger among Mumbai train blasts victims' families
On the evening of July 11, 2006, Mahendra Pitale was travelling home from work. Like most days, he stood at the door of an overcrowded North-bound local train. Around 6 pm, as the train approached Jogeshwari station, a powerful blast tore through the coach, throwing him out. He woke up the next day in hospital to find his left arm amputated. Nineteen years later, with the High Court on Monday acquitting all 12 accused in the 7/11 Mumbai train bomb blasts, Pitale says, 'This one day is more unjust than the 19 years of suffering we have gone through. My only expectation now is that if these were not the perpetrators, then find the real culprits. I am convinced that the investigation fell short.' The court also set aside a special court verdict that had awarded the death sentence to five convicts, and refused the Maharashtra government's plea seeking confirmation of their sentences. On July 11, 2006, a series of bombs had ripped through seven local trains in Mumbai, killing 187 people and injuring 824. Following Monday's verdict by a special High Court bench of Justices Anil S Kilor and Shyam C Chandak, the victims of the blast and their families expressed their disappointment. Ramesh Naik, who lost his 27-year-old daughter Nandini when a bomb went off on a train at Borivali, says, 'We waited for 19 long years for justice, but was it delivered? After 19 years, we are being told that the accused are not guilty. To whom should I go for justice now? Who should I hold responsible – the judiciary or the government? Nandini had just graduated from college and was about to start her career.' Months before the blast, Naik had lost his younger daughter Rachana to an illness. The two consecutive tragedies left the family shattered. Anuj Kilawala, who worked as a development officer with a private firm, was among the dead. His wife Chandika Kilawala says, 'The government always fails to provide speedy justice to the victims. If it had not been for my daughter, who took over the family business, we would have struggled.' In another part of the city, Chirag Chauhan calls the verdict a 'failure of the judiciary'. In 2006, Chirag, then a CA student, was returning from his articleship when a blast went off on a train near Jogeshwari. While Chauhan survived the blast, an injury to his spinal cord left him paralysed waist down. 'The judgment is shocking. This is not just about me; there are hundreds of others who were victims of this attack. I am yet to go through the whole judgment but I don't understand why this has happened. We are hoping to appeal the verdict in the higher court,' he says. Hansraj Kanojia, 55, walks on crutches since he injured his legs in the blast. That day, he was returning from his workplace to his home in Goregaon, when the bomb went off on the train. 'The incident may have happened 19 years ago but the wounds are still fresh. I remember the blasts vividly – everyday. The incident altered my life and I think about it every moment I walk. Like me, all the victims would have hoped to get some sense of justice from the administration. But today's judgment today is a complete failure of the administration. How is it that they haven't been able to find those responsible for these attacks?' Usha Sharad Bobhate's husband Sharad Bobhate, a manager at the Punjab National Bank in Sion, was on a train in Matunga when the blasts hit. Usha says that on July 11, 2006, she didn't get the usual evening call from Sharad. 'He would always call me while leaving office to ask if he needed to pick anything from the market. However, that day, I got no calls from him and I kept getting restless. How was I to know that he would never come back home that day?' she says. 'I simply cannot believe that the court let the accused get away. Isn't the court meant to deliver justice?'
Toronto Star
2 days ago
- Business
- Toronto Star
Draganfly Announces Closing of US$25.0 Million Registered Direct Offering
Saskatoon, SK., July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8A) ('Draganfly' or the 'Company'), an award-winning developer of drone solutions, software, and robotics, today announced the closing of its previously announced registered direct offering of 4,672,895 units of the Company (the 'Units'), at a price of US$5.35 per Unit, for gross proceeds of approximately US$25.0 million, before deducting placement agent discounts and offering expenses (the 'Offering'). Each Unit consists of one common share in the capital of the Company (each, a 'Common Share') and one common share purchase warrant (each, a 'Warrant'). The Warrants entitle the holder thereof to purchase one Common Share at an exercise price of CA$7.3579 (the Canadian dollar equivalent of US$5.35) per Common Share, are exercisable immediately and will expire five years following the date of issuance.
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
CJB Crypto Announces Its Cloud Mining Platform, Now Processing XRP
Los Angeles, CA July 21, 2025 --( )-- In a financial environment where inflationary pressures continue and traditional financial management yields are weak, CJB Crypto said that through its innovative cloud mining model, it has opened up a zero-threshold XRP income channel for global investors. CJB Crypto states that its core advantages are: ・Zero-cost startup: enjoy $10 Bitcoin computing power bonus upon registration ・Structural income: basic daily income of $0.6+, support elastic expansion ・No lock-up mechanism: funds do not need to be deposited, and are not bound to traditional wallets ・Smart contract guarantee: automated income distribution system based on blockchain ・High-frequency settlement: 24-hour income circulation mechanism ・Short-term contract: 1-7 days flexible cycle to adapt to different strategies Technical security architecture 98% of digital assets are isolated by cold storage, combined with two-factor authentication and smart contract auditing systems. All transactions are verified through distributed nodes, and a KYC/AML risk control system is established that complies with the regulatory framework of multiple countries. Global operation performance The company states they cover more than 7 million users in more than 180 countries. Users can track the computing power output in real time through mobile terminals, and the withdrawal channel can achieve zero handling fees within 5 minutes. User Evidence Feedback from James Carter, a British educator: 'A monthly income of $2,400 was achieved during the initial testing phase, and the liquidity of funds exceeded expectations.' Comment from Maria Gonzalez, a Mexican digital asset consultant: 'The instant settlement mechanism is significantly better than that of peer platforms.' Operation process Quickly register to activate computing power bonus Configure 1/2/5-day mining strategy Start the automated income engine Multi-terminal monitoring real-time data Freely withdraw digital assets Sustainable Development Through clean energy computing clusters and dynamic difficulty adjustment algorithms, the platform improves energy efficiency by 40%. They are committed to building a verifiable and transparent profit model to provide a compliant entry for investors with different risk preferences. Visit to obtain the technical white paper audited by a third-party. Contact Information: CJB Crypto Logan Daniels 323-633-9439 Contact via Email Read the full story here: CJB Crypto Announces Its Cloud Mining Platform, Now Processing XRP Press Release Distributed by
