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Miami Herald
6 days ago
- General
- Miami Herald
Sprawling Roman-era mosaic — for goddess of luck — found under home, photos show
A sprawling, centuries-old mosaic was recently unearthed in Syria, shedding light onto life under Roman rule. The ancient artwork was found beneath a home in Maryamin, a village in western Syria — located about 40 miles from the Mediterranean Sea — according to a news release from the Directorate-General of Antiquities and Museums. It was uncovered by sheer happenstance. While digging a well inside the home, workers stumbled upon the intact mosaic about eight feet underground. Measuring about 14 feet long and six feet wide, the piece is composed of colorful stone cubes. Photos show archaeologists carefully excavating the rectangular work, with parts of it covered under layers of dirt. The mosaic depicts Tyche, the Greek goddess of luck, who was later co-opted and renamed Fortuna by the Romans. The deity was likely associated with prosperity and also fertility, according to Britannica. Next to the goddess — framed in an octagon wreathed in braids — is a brief Greek inscription, which translates to 'good luck.' She is surrounded by eight squares filled with geometric shapes. The mosaic dates to the Roman Era, which began in 64 A.D. — about 2,000 years ago — when the Roman general Pompey conquered the region, according to Dumbarton Oaks, a Harvard University research center. The province, which spans parts of modern-day Syria, Turkey, Israel, Lebanon and Palestine, became among the most important and wealthy in the entire empire. Under Roman rule, Syria was a bustling commercial hub 'overflowing with grain, wine and oil,' with its grapes rated 'second to none in sweetness,' according to an American Philological Association research article. But, several centuries later, the province was taken over by the Byzantine Empire. Numerous other mosaics have been unearthed in the Maryamin area, including one depicting female musicians, currently on display at a regional museum, the release said. And in 2018, a massive, 65-foot Roman Era mosaic was discovered in Rastan, about 125 miles north of Damascus, McClatchy News previously reported. Google Translate was used to translate a news release from Syria's Directorate-General of Antiquities and Museums.
TechCrunch
7 days ago
- Business
- TechCrunch
The wild story of how gut health AI toilet startup Throne raised $4M led by Moxxie
The tale of how smart toilet startup Throne landed its seed round is so full of serendipities, one could almost believe it was orchestrated by the hand of Fortuna, Roman god of providence. Throne is an Austin-based company working on an AI-powered toilet device for consumers. It uses computer vision (cameras pointing in the bowl plus AI software) to monitor gut health conditions. It just raised $4 million in seed financing led by Moxxie Ventures' founder Katie Jacobs Stanton, with a bunch of other VCs participating and several famous angels like Lance Armstrong, Rupa Health co-founder Tara Viswanathan, and TrueMed founder Justin Mares (maker of brands like Kettle & Fire), the startup says. Throne isn't a toilet, but a device that mounts onto the bowl of one. The device, combined with software, analyzes indicators of certain chronic conditions, as well as hydration and urological function — all in the privacy of the home. The software has added privacy controls such as anonymizing the images sent to researchers. The device is currently in a pre-production working prototype form, with a planned launch date of January, 2026, co-founder CEO Scott Hickle tells TechCrunch. In addition to the seed funding, Throne also announced it hired John Capodilupo, as its chief product officer. Capodilupo is best known as co-founder and former CEO of the WHOOP smartwatch device. Throne smart toilet device Image Credits:under a Throne license. Throne started as a joke The wild tale of how Hickle, a mechanical engineer, and Throne CTO Tim Blumberg, a full-stack software engineer, became smart toilet founders began in 2021 when they were playing poker with friends in Austin. The players started riffing on startup ideas they'd like to do but wouldn't want to be associated with. 'And everyone's pitching, vice industry [ideas]; sex, drugs and rock and roll. Tim said, 'smart toilets.' I was like, 'That's hilarious. Clearly, you would name that company Throne,'' Hickle recalled. Techcrunch event Join us at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot for our leading AI industry event with speakers from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. For a limited time, tickets are just $292 for an entire day of expert talks, workshops, and potent networking. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you've built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | REGISTER NOW Fast forward to 2023 when the nurse-hiring software startup Hickle and Blumberg were working on failed. They had raised some funding for it and were calling their investors telling them they either needed a new idea or were going to return the funds. Out of the blue, one of their investors said, 'You guys thought about smart toilets? We were like: You know, we've named that company! That's Throne.' They took that as a sign. The pair began researching and turned to Hickle's mom, a doctor specializing in gerontology. He asked her if there would be any medical benefit in 'looking at people's waste' and she began regaling him with somewhat disgusting stories of the photos of such things that her patients loved to send her. Short answer: yes. Waste can be analyzed for health-related information. They learned this could be helpful to monitor a wide variety of chronic conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis, detection of various colon cancers, chronic kidney disease, enlarged prostate, as well as conditions that could be identified or monitored by looking at other waste, such as menstrual blood. As the son of two doctors (Hickle's dad also dabbled in inventing medical devices), knowing it might be possible to divert a chronic condition attack, or predict a deadly cancer 'was really motivating to me,' Hickle says. Not everyone shared that enthusiasm. The co-founders knew they lacked hardware product development experience. One of their existing investors was so opposed to the idea, he wanted his money back. 'That was brutal,' Hickle described, not just for the loss of capital but for the loss of confidence. Still, after giving that money back, they ran into more people who liked the idea rather than who shunned them for it. Standing outside Lance Armstrong's bathroom door Their Austin contacts led to an introduction to Lance Armstrong's business manager, who set them up to pitch Armstrong directly. The former bike racer famously had prostate cancer. And that led them to a 'surreal' moment standing outside the racer's bathroom door after having installed a prototype, waiting for his verdict, Hickle described. Armstrong wrote a check. Not every introduction led to checks, but many led to more introductions, including to Capodilupo, who also wrote an angel check. Capodilupo had been public about suffering from ulcerative colitis and was on the board of trustees of Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. Capodilupo had the device manufacturing experience they needed. It took the founders months to convince Capodilupo to not just invest, but join as a founder. The introduction to well-known seed investor Jacobs Stanton was also serendipitous. Hickle had been friends with Rupa Health's Viswanathan since high school and she orchestrated the introduction. More synchronicities landed them their partnerships with researchers at University of Washington and the University of Chicago, who are working to validate that the product's software works as advertised. These partnerships are the key to its possible success. Throne landed UofW when a friend of Hickle's randomly sat next to a urologist researcher on a plane and talked about Throne, then put him in touch, he said. They got UChicago when a friend of Hickle's introduced him to his gastroenterologist uncle. The uncle happened to be one of the world's premier gastroenterologist researchers who also sat on the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation's board and knew Capodilupo. With one fortuitous introduction after another, the inside joke among the founders is that 'it's better to be lucky than good, and we just get so dumb lucky. All the time,' Hickle said. But he also believes the tailwinds have been so strong, he feels like 'the world wants us to do this.' Other investors in the seed round include Accomplice, Long Journey Ventures, Night Capital, Retron VC, Myelin Ventures.
Hamilton Spectator
21-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Fortuna publishes its 2024 Sustainability Report
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fortuna Mining Corp. (NYSE: FSM | TSX: FVI) is pleased to announce the publication of its seventh annual Sustainability Report, highlighting key developments in 2024 related to governance, corporate strategy, risk management, and performance. The report also outlines Fortuna's commitments and progress on the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors most material to our business and stakeholders. Jorge A. Ganoza, President, and CEO, stated, 'Sustainability is not just a responsibility - it is a strategic imperative that underpins our success as an efficient business and a trusted partner to our investors and stakeholders in the countries where we operate, now and in the future. We take pride in our 2024 performance, while acknowledging that continuous improvement is essential in the areas that matter most.' Mr. Ganoza added, 'Our leadership team is fully committed to embedding sustainability—particularly the prioritization of health and safety—into every aspect of our decision-making, from daily operations to long-term strategic planning.' Julien Baudrand, Senior Vice President of Sustainability, commented, 'This report outlines Fortuna's progress in aligning with leading industry practices, including Critical Risk Management, the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM), and ISO 14001 and 45001 certifications. It also highlights our 2024 achievements, such as top-tier performance in health and safety, industry-leading greenhouse gas emissions intensity per ounce of gold produced, and no significant negative impacts on the environment or our host communities.' Mr. Baudrand concluded, 'Striving for sustainability excellence - by achieving zero harm, minimizing our environmental footprint, and meeting stakeholder expectations - strengthens our relationships with shareholders, lenders, local authorities, communities, and employees, while creating lasting value for Fortuna.' Key facts and figures from the 2024 Sustainability Report: Governance Workforce Health and Safety Community Relations Environment Human Capital, Human Rights, and Business Ethics The report also highlights the transformative projects that we are leading across our host countries in Latin America and West Africa, demonstrating how our initiatives create lasting social and environmental value that extends beyond financial performance. As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and stakeholder engagement, we have introduced a new companion resource: the Sustainability Data Booklet. This document is aligned with the 2023 SASB Metals & Mining Standard, TCFD recommendations, and GRI Standards 2021, including the newly released GRI 14: Mining Sector Standard (2024). It is complemented by our Interactive Analyst Center , which offers downloadable, site-specific ESG data for enhanced accessibility and insight. Fortuna's 2024 Sustainability Report is available on our website: We welcome questions and feedback at: sustainability@ About Fortuna Mining Corp. Fortuna Mining Corp. is a Canadian precious metals mining company with three operating mines and exploration activities in Argentina, Côte d'Ivoire, Mexico, and Peru, as well as the Diamba Sud Gold Project located in Senegal. Sustainability is integral to all our operations and relationships. We produce gold and silver and generate shared value over the long-term for our stakeholders through efficient production, environmental protection, and social responsibility. For more information, please visit ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD Jorge A. Ganoza President, CEO, and Director Fortuna Mining Corp. Investor Relations: Carlos Baca | info@ | | X | LinkedIn | YouTube Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains forward-looking statements which constitute 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation and 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the 'safe harbor' provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (collectively, 'forward-looking statements'). All statements included herein, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements pertaining to the Company's sustainability plans, targets, strategies, and goals, such as working towards a zero harm workplace, implementing the Global Industry Standard for Tailings Management, and minimizing our environmental footprint. Often, but not always, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as 'believe', 'expect', 'anticipate', 'contemplate', 'target', 'plan', 'goal', 'budget', 'aim', 'intent', 'estimate', 'may', 'should', 'could', 'future' and similar expressions, including negative variations. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks, uncertainties, and factors include, among others, risks associated with climate change; risks associated with mining regime changes in the Company's operating jurisdictions, including those related to permitting and approvals, environmental and tailings management, labour, trade relations, and transportation, other factors including accidents, equipment breakdown, environmental risks; as well as those factors discussed under 'Description of the Business - Risk Factors' in the Company's Annual Information Form, a copy of which can be found on the Company's profile on the SEDAR+ website at . Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events, or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events, or results to differ from those anticipated, estimated or intended. Forward-looking statements contained herein are based on the assumptions, beliefs, expectations, and opinions of management, including, but not limited to, continued availability of water and power resources at the Company's operations; financial and physical impacts of climate change and climate change initiatives on markets and the Company's operations; the availability and effectiveness of technologies needed to achieve the Company's sustainability goals and strategies; the accuracy of the Company's current mineral resource and reserve estimates; that the Company's activities will be in accordance with the Company's public statements and stated goals; and that there will be no material adverse change affecting the Company or its properties. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise, except as required by law. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Fortuna publishes its 2024 Sustainability Report
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fortuna Mining Corp. (NYSE: FSM | TSX: FVI) is pleased to announce the publication of its seventh annual Sustainability Report, highlighting key developments in 2024 related to governance, corporate strategy, risk management, and performance. The report also outlines Fortuna's commitments and progress on the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors most material to our business and stakeholders. Jorge A. Ganoza, President, and CEO, stated, 'Sustainability is not just a responsibility - it is a strategic imperative that underpins our success as an efficient business and a trusted partner to our investors and stakeholders in the countries where we operate, now and in the future. We take pride in our 2024 performance, while acknowledging that continuous improvement is essential in the areas that matter most.' Mr. Ganoza added, 'Our leadership team is fully committed to embedding sustainability—particularly the prioritization of health and safety—into every aspect of our decision-making, from daily operations to long-term strategic planning.' Julien Baudrand, Senior Vice President of Sustainability, commented, 'This report outlines Fortuna's progress in aligning with leading industry practices, including Critical Risk Management, the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM), and ISO 14001 and 45001 certifications. It also highlights our 2024 achievements, such as top-tier performance in health and safety, industry-leading greenhouse gas emissions intensity per ounce of gold produced, and no significant negative impacts on the environment or our host communities.' Mr. Baudrand concluded, 'Striving for sustainability excellence - by achieving zero harm, minimizing our environmental footprint, and meeting stakeholder expectations - strengthens our relationships with shareholders, lenders, local authorities, communities, and employees, while creating lasting value for Fortuna.' Key facts and figures from the 2024 Sustainability Report: Governance 63 percent of our directors possess expertise in safety, sustainability, and ESG 30 percent of executive short-term incentive compensation is tied to ESG performance Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) incorporates sustainability-related factors Workforce Health and Safety Zero fatal incidents Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR): 0.48 Total Recordable Incident Frequency Rate (TRIFR): 1.36 93 percent of employees received training in Critical Risk Management (CRM) Community Relations Zero significant community grievances US$103 million contributed in government payments US$9.2 million allocated to community development programs and funds 41 percent of employees are from local communities Environment Zero significant environmental spills Zero non-compliances associated with water quality permits, standards, or regulations Carbon intensity: 0.38 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emitted per gold equivalent ounce 14 percent of total energy consumption sourced from renewables Freshwater consumption intensity: 0.23 m3 per tonne of processed ore 58 percent of water is recycled or reused Human Capital, Human Rights, and Business Ethics Zero recorded cases of human rights violations Zero recorded incidents of corruption 5,099 full-time workers, including contractors 16 percent of the workforce are women The report also highlights the transformative projects that we are leading across our host countries in Latin America and West Africa, demonstrating how our initiatives create lasting social and environmental value that extends beyond financial performance. As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and stakeholder engagement, we have introduced a new companion resource: the Sustainability Data Booklet. This document is aligned with the 2023 SASB Metals & Mining Standard, TCFD recommendations, and GRI Standards 2021, including the newly released GRI 14: Mining Sector Standard (2024). It is complemented by our Interactive Analyst Center, which offers downloadable, site-specific ESG data for enhanced accessibility and insight. Fortuna's 2024 Sustainability Report is available on our website: welcome questions and feedback at: sustainability@ About Fortuna Mining Corp. Fortuna Mining Corp. is a Canadian precious metals mining company with three operating mines and exploration activities in Argentina, Côte d'Ivoire, Mexico, and Peru, as well as the Diamba Sud Gold Project located in Senegal. Sustainability is integral to all our operations and relationships. We produce gold and silver and generate shared value over the long-term for our stakeholders through efficient production, environmental protection, and social responsibility. For more information, please visit ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD Jorge A. Ganoza President, CEO, and DirectorFortuna Mining Corp. Investor Relations: Carlos Baca | info@ | | X | LinkedIn | YouTubeThis news release contains forward-looking statements which constitute 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation and 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the 'safe harbor' provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (collectively, 'forward-looking statements'). All statements included herein, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements pertaining to the Company's sustainability plans, targets, strategies, and goals, such as working towards a zero harm workplace, implementing the Global Industry Standard for Tailings Management, and minimizing our environmental footprint. Often, but not always, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as 'believe', 'expect', 'anticipate', 'contemplate', 'target', 'plan', 'goal', 'budget', 'aim', 'intent', 'estimate', 'may', 'should', 'could', 'future' and similar expressions, including negative variations. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such risks, uncertainties, and factors include, among others, risks associated with climate change; risks associated with mining regime changes in the Company's operating jurisdictions, including those related to permitting and approvals, environmental and tailings management, labour, trade relations, and transportation, other factors including accidents, equipment breakdown, environmental risks; as well as those factors discussed under 'Description of the Business - Risk Factors' in the Company's Annual Information Form, a copy of which can be found on the Company's profile on the SEDAR+ website at Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events, or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events, or results to differ from those anticipated, estimated or intended. Forward-looking statements contained herein are based on the assumptions, beliefs, expectations, and opinions of management, including, but not limited to, continued availability of water and power resources at the Company's operations; financial and physical impacts of climate change and climate change initiatives on markets and the Company's operations; the availability and effectiveness of technologies needed to achieve the Company's sustainability goals and strategies; the accuracy of the Company's current mineral resource and reserve estimates; that the Company's activities will be in accordance with the Company's public statements and stated goals; and that there will be no material adverse change affecting the Company or its properties. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise, except as required by law. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking 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
Time Out
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Fortuna to collaborate with World No. 1 pizza chef Diego Vitagliano and Pizzeria Da Michele this month
Pizza lovers, clear your calendars this month. Italian restaurant Fortuna – freshly minted as Singapore's second-best pizzeria in the 50 Top Pizza Asia Pacific 2025 awards – is pulling out all the stops for its first birthday celebration. Expect not just one, but two pop-ups at the end of this month – both collaborations with some of the world's most legendary pizzerias. First up, from May 28 to 30, Fortuna welcomes Diego Vitagliano, crowned Italy's Number One pizza chef and second in the world, to its humble digs in Duxton. For three nights only, Diego will take over the kitchen at Fortuna with two specially crafted menus each evening. Ease into the night with a five-course early dining menu (5pm to 6.30pm, $60 per person), or go all in with a seven-course signature collaboration menu at 6.30pm or 8.30pm ($160 per couple). Expect bold Southern Italian flavours, creative twists on classics, and showstoppers like the Mambo d'Oriente — a crispy pizza topped with red prawn tartare, escarole, and miso powder. There's also Spaghetto della Mezzanotte and the irresistible Ab-braciami with Angus carpaccio. Naturally, Italian wine pairings will be flowing at an additional $128 per couple. Fast forward to May 31, and Fortuna is keeping the party rolling with a double birthday bash with none other than Pizzeria Da Michele – yes, that legendary Naples pizzeria that Julia Roberts dined at in Eat Pray Love. The brand opened its first Singapore outpost last year to winning success, and the two restaurants will be holding a late-night pizza party from 10pm till midnight. That's two hours of free-flowing pizzas – chef's selection, of course – and a list of wines, beers, and sodas to wash it all down. These are all available for one night only at just $55 per person.
