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Irish Independent
2 hours ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
Irish Aviation Authority's legal bill hits €1.6m after passenger cap battle at Dublin Airport
In its new annual report published yesterday, the Irish Aviation Authority reveals its rising legal bill, spurred by the High Court actions. Last December, the Irish Independent revealed that the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) was seeking to raise an additional €1.2m in fee revenue this year to cover the cost of litigation taken against it by Aer Lingus, Ryanair, the DAA and a group of US carriers regarding the passenger cap at Dublin Airport. The total charge it will levy for regulating take-off and landing slots will more than double from €700,000 to €1.9m, 'to cover the additional cost of litigation against the IAA', it told stakeholders at the end of last year. The IAA reported a profit after tax of €1.9m last year The IAA said that it generated revenue of €37.4m last year, compared to €90.7m in 2023. The sharp decline is due to the air navigation services previously provided by the IAA being hived off in 2023 to a new entity called AirNav Ireland. The IAA reported a profit after tax of €1.9m last year. The authority maintained oversight of 1,435 registered aircraft during 2024, including 516 in the Irish aircraft operators' certificate fleet and 612 general aviation aircraft, further cementing Ireland's status as a global aviation hub. Dublin Airport is the only so-called co-ordinated airport in Ireland, where take-off and landing slots are regulated by the IAA. The IAA planned to limit take-off and landing slots at Dublin Airport last winter and this summer in an effort to ensure Dublin Airport didn't breach a 32-million annual passenger cap. But Ryanair, Aer Lingus and a lobby group for US airlines challenged the decision by the IAA, arguing that it had no right to cap available slots to ensure Dublin Airport adheres to planning conditions. The DAA had also taken legal action against the IAA – but it argued that the proposed IAA limits were insufficient to prevent Dublin Airport from breaching the passenger cap. The High Court first put a stay on the IAA decision in relation to the proposed slot limits for this summer. The court later put a stay on the IAA decision in relation to slots for next winter. A number of matters have now been referred to the European Court of Justice for determination.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
2,300-year-old gold ring found in Israel was likely buried by a betrothed girl
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Archaeologists in Israel have discovered a 2,300-year-old gold ring set with a red gemstone — likely a garnet — that a youngster may have ritually buried as they left behind childhood and transitioned into adulthood. The small ring dates to the Hellenistic, or Greek, period, and was found in the City of David in the Jerusalem Walls National Park. This is the second gold ring from the early Hellenistic period that archaeologists have found there in less than a year. "This jewelry discovered now was likely buried then in the context of a well-known practice of that period, which symbolized the transition from childhood to adulthood," researchers with the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) and Tel Aviv University said in a statement. Archaeologists found the ring during a routine dig. "We sifted the dirt through a sieve, right near the excavation area, and suddenly Ben, who works with me, pulls a gold ring out of the dirt," Rivka Lengler, a City of David excavator, said in the statement. "At first, he was sure it must be a modern item dropped by one of our excavators, but when I examined the ring, I immediately assessed it as something ancient." Related: Ancient 'hangover prevention' ring found in Israel The archaeological layer in which the ring was found dates to the late third or early second century B.C., also known as the Second Temple period, which lasted while the Second Temple stood in Jerusalem from about 516 B.C. to A.D. 70, when the Romans destroyed it. This layer has yielded other valuable artifacts, including bronze earrings, a gold earring with a depiction of a horned animal, and a decorated gold bead. The newfound ring was unearthed in the foundations of a large building, suggesting that whoever lived there was wealthy, the researchers said in the statement. And the fact that t several precious artifacts have been found in the area suggests that whoever buried them may have been following a custom. "That the two small rings and the rest of the jewelry were all discovered under the building's floors raises the possibility that they were buried there on purpose," Marion Zindel, an archaeologist with the IAA who analyzed the ring, said in the statement. The ring may have been buried as part of a coming-of-age ritual, which was a "well-known Hellenistic period custom," she said. "Betrothed women would bury jewelry and other childhood objects in the house foundations as a symbol of the transition from childhood to adulthood," Zindel explained. RELATED STORIES —3-year-old picks up 'beautiful stone,' discovers 3,800-year-old scarab amulet in Israel —2,000-year-old seal depicting Greek god Apollo found in Jerusalem —2 ancient stone coffins for husband and wife unearthed at Israeli wildlife park The ring's gemstone also fits into trends from that time. "Jewelry that combines gold with brightly colored precious stones, such as the garnet stone, were well-known from this period, in which fashion was influenced by Eastern countries such as India and Persia," the researchers said in the statement. "These fashionable influences were enabled thanks to Alexander the Great's conquests, and the consequent trade channels opening with these regions." This is far from the only Hellenistic finding in Israel linked to Alexander the Great. In 2023, archaeologists announced they had found the roadside burial of a Greek courtesan who had been buried with an ornate bronze mirror. Researchers believe this woman was accompanying the Macedonian king's armies when she died 2,300 years ago.
Associated Press
21-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Exceptional Designers Honored as 2025 NY Product and Architectural Design Awards Reveal Season 1 Winners
The first season of the 2025 NY Product Design Awards and NY Architectural Design Awards has come to a close, marking a new milestone. 'This season's submissions show us just how expansive and essential great design has become. Each winning work reveals a commitment to problem-solving, and beauty that extends well beyond the surface.' — Thomas Brandt, Spokesperson of IAA NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 / / -- The first season of the 2025 NY Product Design Awards and NY Architectural Design Awards has come to a close, marking a new milestone in honoring excellence in both product and architectural design. Organized by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the competitions received over 2,000 submissions from around the globe. This season's winners stood out for their exceptional creativity, thoughtful functionality, and bold approaches that reflect the evolving role of design in shaping a better future. The NY Product Design Awards and NY Architectural Design Awards were launched to honor outstanding product, architectural, and interior design that improves how we live and work. Open to professionals, studios, brands, and emerging designers, both programs attract global submissions and celebrate diverse achievements across disciplines. 2025 Season 1 Designer and Design of the Year Winners Revealed As Season 1 of the 2025 NY Product Design Awards and NY Architectural Design Awards concludes, we proudly unveil this season's most prestigious honors—Design of the Year and Designer of the Year. These titles recognize the creators and creations that stood above the rest, representing exceptional vision, craftsmanship, and innovation in their fields: 1. Product Design of the Year • The World's First Mushroom Coffin by Loop Biotech, Netherlands (Season 1) 2. Product Designer of the Year • HP Z Captis by HP Inc., United States (Season 1) 3. Residential Architectural Design of the Year • GOLDEN ISLAND by HZS Design Holding Company Limited, China (Season 1) 4. Cultural Architecture Design of the Year • Tension Instrument by Studio Lihan, Czech Republic (Season 1) 'This season's submissions show us just how expansive and essential great design has become,' said Thomas Brandt, spokesperson of IAA. 'Each winning work reveals a commitment to problem-solving, beauty, and innovation that extends well beyond the surface.' Grand Jury Panel & Evaluation Process To ensure fairness and credibility, the NY Product Design Awards and NY Architectural Design Awards assembled a jury of 22 experts from 15 countries, each selected for their global perspective and industry expertise. Entries were evaluated through a blind judging process, allowing the panel to assess every submission solely on its merit and identify the season's most impactful and forward-thinking works. Among the jurors were Creative Art Director at Ogilvy Australia - Alexandre Collares, and Head of Product Management at Amazon - Ram Nikhil Dodda, Associate Principal / BIM Lead / Adjunct Professor at Kohn Pedersen Fox / Kean University - Yafei Zhang, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of LR Seoul - Joon Kwon, Design Director and Lecturer at Irving Smith Architects - Jeremy Smith, whose contributions helped define this year's standard of excellence. Participation of International Brands The Awards drew submissions from both leading industry names and promising new talents, reflecting the broad scope of design excellence worldwide. This season, we received winning works from both renowned companies and talented individuals, including entries from Elica S.p.A., The Campbell's Company, Pininfarina of America, CHERY, Vasco Electronics, MOONDROP Technology Co., Ltd, AndaSeat, Duehr & Associates, Outer Borough Lamp, VIZIO, Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), Atilim University, Rana Barakat, Studio TXS, Foster + Partners, Init Development Inc, and GOA (Group of Architects)—highlighting the global talent and innovation recognized in this year's competition. Other projects were submitted on behalf of renowned clients, demonstrating the collaborative nature of the design industry. These included works created for Unilever Asia Pacific Limited, VISO Lighting, Guangzhou JD MALL, Tramontina Farroupilha, Rao's Homemade, LANDR, Georgia Aquarium, and The Op Games. 'Every winning project speaks to the heart of why design matters,' Thomas added. 'We congratulate this season's winners once again. Your work is a true reflection of design's power to make a difference.' Visit the NY Design Awards' official website for the complete list of award winners: NY Product Design Awards: NY Architectural Design Awards: About NY Product Design Awards The NY Product Design Awards honors outstanding product designs that improve everyday living through innovation, functionality, and aesthetics. The program provides a global platform for designers, brands, and studios whose work sets new standards in creativity, usability, and impact. About NY Architectural Design Awards The NY Architectural Design Awards celebrates architectural and interior design excellence that shapes how we live, work, and connect. From innovative spaces to enduring structures, the program recognizes projects that push boundaries and enrich the built environment through purposeful, human-centered design. About International Awards Associate (IAA) Established in 2015, the International Awards Associate (IAA) is a global organization dedicated to recognizing professional excellence and outstanding achievements in various industries. As the organizer of a wide range of prestigious award programs such as the MUSE Creative Awards, MUSE Design Awards, Vega Digital Awards, NYX Awards, TITAN Business Awards, TITAN Innovation Awards, TITAN Property Awards, London Design Awards, French Design Awards, Noble Business Awards, and many more, IAA aims to honor, promote, and encourage professional excellence, from industry to industry, internationally and domestically, through award platforms that are industry-appropriate. Sharon W. International Awards Associate Inc email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. 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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
2025 TITAN Business Awards: Season 1 Concludes--Unveiling the Leaders Forging New Paths in Business
NEW YORK, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Organized by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the 2025 TITAN Business Awards has concluded its first season, unveiling a new class of winners. With over 5,000 entries from 60 countries—including the United States, Australia, UK, Philippines, Canada, China, Germany, India, Singapore, Turkey, and more—it celebrated global business excellence. With Season 1 of the 2025 TITAN Business Awards now concluded, the competition has honored outstanding entries as "Category Winners of the Year." These winners include: Entrepreneur of the Year – Jyoti Bansal (US); Achievement of the Year – ibex (US); Company & Organization of the Year – Schneider Electric North America (US); Customer Service of the Year – Kristen Burrall (US); Event of the Year – MDLBEAST (SA); Information Technology of the Year – Amit Arora (US); Marketing of the Year – Tata Consultancy Services (UK); Product & Services of the Year – Xperi Inc. (US); The TITAN Business Awards honors entrepreneurs, SMEs, and large organizations driving progress through insight, innovation, and impact, regardless of size or industry. Administered by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the competition welcomes businesses and leaders of all sizes and industries, offering a global platform where innovation and excellence take center stage. Judging was entrusted to a panel of esteemed professionals from leading organizations, such as Ali Asghar Mehdi Syed (Imprivata), Anand Santhanam (Amazon Web Services), Joel Sequeira (GBG IDology), Vineela Komandla (JP Morgan & Chase), and Sarita Badoni (Innominds). Their insight and experience uphold the prestige and integrity of the TITAN Business Awards. Through a blind judging process, each entry was assessed solely on merit—free from bias or external influence, allowing true excellence to shine. The 2025 Season 1 winners set new standards in innovation, leadership, and excellence. These include global names like Aimco, Nu Skin, IFS, IKEA Germany, SIOS Technology, WP Engine, CSX Corporation, Ayala Land Malls Inc., Baldwin & Obenauf, Inc. (BNO), Ziraat Bank, and more. "To all of this season's TITAN winners, this recognition is more than just a milestone — it reflects the legacy you're building in today's business world," said Thomas Brant, Spokesperson for IAA. "We applaud your journey and look forward to what comes next." Visit the TITAN Business Awards website for the full list of winners: 2025 TITAN Business Awards Season 2 — Now Open for Entries Season 2 of the TITAN Business Awards is now open. This global platform honors entrepreneurs, leaders, and organizations redefining success through innovation, strategy, and excellence. Early Bird Deadline: June 18, 2025 Final Extension Deadline: September 17, 2025 Results Announcement: November 7, 2025 About TITAN Business Awards The TITAN Business Awards honors pioneering leaders and organizations that drive innovation and excellence across industries worldwide. By providing a global platform, the Award recognizes those who challenge conventions, inspire progress, and shape the future of business. Contact: Sharon W. | Vice President of Programs Management TITAN Business Awards +60122260347 Email: 395343@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE International Awards Associate (IAA) Sign in to access your portfolio
The Independent
20-05-2025
- Science
- The Independent
Rare Roman ring from 2nd century discovered by 13-year-old on hike
A strange artefact unearthed by a thirteen-year-old while on a trek in Haifa, north of Israel, has turned out to be a rare ancient Roman ring featuring goddess Minerva. The bronze ring has been dated to be from the 2nd or 3rd century AD, when the Israeli region was part of the Province of Syria Palaestina under the Roman Empire. "During the walk, I noticed a small green object and picked it up. It had corrosion on it, so at first I thought it was a screw nut. I thought about melting it down, but fortunately, I realised it was a ring,' the teenager Yair Whitson said in a statement. He found a small figure, possibly of a warrior, engraved on the ring. 'At home, I recognised that it had a figure on it. At first glance, I thought it was a warrior,' the 13-year-old said. Mr Whitson and his family then contacted the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) who further analysed the ring with the help of experts. The ring depicted a naked figure wearing a helmet and holding a spear and a shield. 'In one hand she holds a shield, and in the other a spear," IAA's Nir Distelfeld said. 'Yair's identification of the figure as a warrior is very close to reality. The figure is apparently the goddess Minerva from Roman mythology, who is also known as Athena in Greek mythology,' he said. Minerva was popular during the time in the region as the Roman goddess of wisdom, war, and military strategy, researchers say. In comparison to gods like Mars, who represented winning wars by violence, Minerva's focus was strategic warfare. Recent research suggests Minerva was not only worshipped in a civic fashion, but also at a personal level by individuals. While it remains unknown who owned the ancient ring, archaeologists suspect it may have belonged to someone who lived in or near what's now the Khirbet Shalala archaeological site. The site is located on a hill at the centre of Mount Carmel, and is home to a Roman-era mansion near an ancient rock quarry. Researchers suspect the ring likely belonged to someone who lived at the mansion. 'Another possibility is that it belonged to a worker in the quarry, or perhaps it was used as a burial offering in nearby tombs. The possibilities are many,' they say. 'Yair's admirable act, who immediately reported the discovery and handed the ring over to the State Treasures, demonstrates responsibility and respect for our past,' IAA director Eli Escozido said.
