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GMA Network
18 hours ago
- Politics
- GMA Network
Teodoro, Brawner slam misleading report by Chinese ‘journalists'
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jr. on Saturday slammed a malicious and misleading report from what they are Chinese intelligence agents posing as journalists at a defense conference in Singapore. In a video shared by the Armed Forces of the Philippines on social media, Teodoro said the people claiming to be 'journalists' asked him if the Philippines is a proxy of the United States at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. 'Nung ako tinanong, nakipagsagutan ako ng matagal dahil tinanong nila sa akin kung tayo daw ay proxy lang daw ng America sabi ko 'hindi, hindi tayo proxy.' Natural Pilipino tayo, pero sila magnanakaw ng teritoryo e 'di nagsagutan na kami ng nag sagutan. Hindi pa nilalabas yun pero baliktarin na naman nila,' Teodoro said. (When I was asked if the Philippines is a proxy of the US, I answered 'no' because we are Filipinos. I had an argument with them. They're the ones stealing our territory. They have yet to release a story about it and they will again twist the narrative.) Teodoro and Brawner were attending the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, an event the defense secretary noted the absence of official delegates from Beijing. 'Imbis na magpadala sila ng defense minister, nagpapadala sila ng mga bata na nagpapanggap na journalist na ahente ng intelligence nila na nagtatanong ng balagbag tapos binabaliktad ang video,' Teodoro said. (Instead of sending a defense minister, they sent kids pretending to be journalists but are actually intelligence agents who ask malicious questions then manipulate the video.) 'Yung mga yan, hindi iyan mga journalist na iyan kaya tama lang na iniwasan ni (Chief of Staff). Ako akala ko tunay na journalist. Nakipag sagutan ako dahil Pilipino, naagrabyado yung mga Pilipinas, natural sasagutin ko,' he added. (They are not real journalists so our Chief of Staff did the right thing by not answering them. I thought they were real so I argued with them because I'm a Filipino and they were maligning the Philippines, so naturally I responded.) Brawner narrated that he did not answer any queries of supposed journalists as he was proceeding to a bilateral meeting. 'Later on, naglabas sila sa WeChat, binaliktad nila ang story na umiiwas daw tayo sa mga tanong nila about West Philippine Sea at yung ang paratang nila na tayo ang iinfiltrate o tayo ang encroach, pumapasok, dun sa teritoryo nila,' Brawner said. (They released an article on WeChat, saying that the Philippines is avoiding answering questions about the West Philippine Sea and accused us of infiltrating, encroaching, and entering their territory.) Teodoro added he later saw the so-called 'journalists' again and even waved at them with a greeting, 'Kanina nakita ko itong mga bata na ito, kinawayan ko. 'Hello mga agent ng MSS (Ministry of State Security)!', hindi na lumapit. 'Yung mga iyan hindi naman tunay na journalist.' (A while ago I saw them again and waved, 'Hello MSS agents!'. They did not come near. They are not real journalists.) GMA News Online has reached out to the Chinese Embassy for comment. —RF, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Black Diamond Group Limited Issues 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report
CALGARY, Alberta, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Diamond Group Limited ('Black Diamond' or the 'Company') (TSX: BDI, OTCQX:BDIMF), a leading provider of space rental and temporary lodging and accommodations, issued its 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report (the 'Report') detailing the Company's commitment to environmental, social and governance matters, while highlighting the positive results and value delivered through the Company's shared efforts. 'We know that business is a powerful driver of economic benefit and a trusted partner in creating a positive impact in the communities and networks served,' said Trevor Haynes, Chairman & CEO. 'This year's Report showcases how we at Black Diamond approach this through our values-based culture, the principles that guide our decisions, and our commitment to Creating a Better Way – a foundation that guides us as we strive to continuously improve as an industry leader.' The Report highlights meaningful progress made, while achieving a competitive advantage leading to continued growth and profitability. Within we provide detailed information on emissions data, safety metrics, revenue generated through our Indigenous partnerships and context around our commitment to community investment, engaging our high-performing, diverse teams and preserving our highest standards of operational integrity. Black Diamond's corporate responsibility approach focuses on key strategies and initiatives that drive tangible outcomes and value and is subject to the same rigour and accountability that apply to all facets of the Company. 'We are proud of what we're building together and remain committed to being best-in-class,' said Trevor Haynes, Chairman & CEO. 'We will continue operating with intention and in a way that all those within our network – customers, suppliers, communities, shareholders and team members alike – contribute to and receive value from everything we do.' The Report is guided by The Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, or SASB, Standards and Black Diamond is most appropriately situated within the Engineering & Construction Services Industry. The Company also reports additional sustainability metrics given our robust and unique approach to social responsibility and community engagement. View Black Diamond's Corporate Responsibility Report at Black Diamond Black Diamond is a specialty rentals and industrial services company with two operating business units - Modular Space Solutions (MSS) and Workforce Solutions (WFS). We operate in Canada, the United States, and Australia. MSS through its principal brands, BOXX Modular, CLM, MPA Systems and Schiavi, owns a large rental fleet of modular buildings of various types and sizes. Its network of local branches rent, sell, service, and provide ancillary products and services to a diverse customer base in the construction, industrial, education, financial, and government sectors. WFS, through its principal brands owns a large rental fleet of modular accommodation assets of various types. Its regional operating terminals rent, sell, service, and provide ancillary products and services including turnkey operated camps to a wide array of customers in the resource, infrastructure, construction, disaster recovery, and education sectors. In addition, WFS includes LodgeLink, which operates a digital marketplace for business-to-business crew accommodation, travel, and logistics in North America. The LodgeLink proprietary digital platform enables customers to efficiently find, book, and manage their crew travel and accommodation needs through a rapidly growing network of hotel, remote lodge, and travel partners. LodgeLink exists to solve the unique challenges associated with crew travel and applies technology to eliminate inefficiencies at every step of the crew travel process from booking, to management, to payments, to cost reporting. Learn more at Investor and Media Inquiries Emma Covenden at 403-888-1666 or investor@ To sign up for news alerts please go to Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain information set forth in this news release contains forward-looking statements. Although Black Diamond believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements contained in this news release, and the assumptions on which such forward-looking statements are made are reasonable, there can be no assurances that such expectations or assumptions will prove to be correct. Readers are cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of such statements may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of Black Diamond. These risks include, but are not limited to: the impact of general economic conditions, industry conditions, fluctuation of commodity prices, the Company's ability to attract new customers, failure of counterparties to perform on contracts, industry competition, availability of qualified personnel and management, timely and cost effective access to sufficient capital from internal and external sources, political conditions, dependence on suppliers and stock market volatility. The risks outlined above should not be construed as exhaustive. Additional information on these and other factors that could affect Black Diamond's operations and financial results are included in Black Diamond's annual information form for the year ended December 31, 2024 and other reports on file with the Canadian Securities Regulatory Authorities which can be accessed on the Company's SEDAR+ profile at Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. 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Straits Times
3 days ago
- Climate
- Straits Times
Cool relief for Singapore on May 29 as temperatures dip after warm spell
Facebook users were quick to share their delight at the cooler weather on May 29. PHOTO: JOSEPH CHH CHH/FACEBOOK Cool relief for Singapore on May 29 as temperatures dip after warm spell SINGAPORE - After several days of sweltering heat, Singaporeans got a welcome reprieve on May 29, as cooler weather descended on the island - prompting netizens to celebrate on social media. The mercury dipped to 22.2 deg C at 9.57am in Jurong West, according to the Meteorological Service Singapore (MSS), marking the lowest temperature recorded since May 23. In fact, the highest reading of 30.5 deg C recorded at a few locations across Singapore, as at 6pm on May 29 , was considerably mild compared with the highest daily peaks over the past week. Data provided by MSS showed that from May 23 to May 28, temperatures ranged between 35 deg C (on May 27, in Admiralty) and 36. 2 de g C (on May 24, in Paya Lebar). The lowest daily temperatures over the past week ranged from 24.6 deg C (on May 28, in Pulau Ubin and Sembawang) to 25.9 deg C (on May 27, in Pulau Ubin) . The average daily maximum temperature hit 34.6 deg C on May 25, while the daily mean temperature was between 29.6 deg C and 30.1 deg C. On Facebook, several users were quick to share their delight over the cooler weather. Mr Hamzah Osman posted a series of photos showing gloomy grey skies over Jurong's Venture Avenue with the caption: 'Finally the temperature cools down.' Another user, Mr Joseph Chh Chh, shared an image of the city skyline with dark clouds overhead . 'It was still sunny at 8.40am and a sudden change in cloudscape at 9am,' he wrote. The cooler turn in weather coincides with the ongoing inter-monsoon conditions, which the MSS had said on May 16 would persist into the second half of the month. These transitional weather patterns are known to bring light and variable winds, along with increased lightning activity. For the final week of May, the MSS has forecast short-lived, localised thundery showers in the afternoons across parts of Singapore. Overall temperatures are expected to remain consistent with the earlier part of the month, with highs that may still reach up to 35 deg C on certain days. Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Why Palantir Technologies is the Pentagon's favorite tech company — top facts revealed
Palantir Technologies , once best known for data analytics, has now become a leader in the software and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors, most notably in defence technology, which has benefitted the company in the past two quarters, as per a report. Defense Contracts Are Propelling Palantir's Growth Palantir's expansion has been spurred by government contracts worth millions of dollars, including a $30 million software agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), according to The Street. While, the firm also received good news from the Pentagon recently, as it revealed that it will substantially boost its funding for Palantir's Maven Smart System , as per the report. The Pentagon raised the project's funding to $1.3 billion over the four years, an increase of approximately $795 million, reported The Street. What Is Project Maven? Project Maven, started in 2017 by the US Department of Defence, applies AI and machine learning to analyse huge amounts of data, images from drones, satellites, and sensors, which will be used to track and detect potential threats, according to The Street report. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ingin Tahu Tentang Diagnosis Limfoma? Dapatkan Info Selengkapnya Limfoma Baca Undo Demand for Palantir's AI Software Is Growing Demand for Palantir's MSS has risen and an official from the department recently issued a statement, saying, 'Combatant commands, in particular, have increased their use of MSS to command and control dynamic operations and activities in their theaters. In response to this growing demand, the [Chief Digital and AI Office] and Army increased capacity to support emerging combatant command operations and other DOD component needs,' quoted The Street. Already Embedded Across US Military Branches According to The Street report, the additional funding will be used for US combatant commands that oversee military operations. Live Events While, Palantir Technologies already has contracts with the US Army, Air Force, Space Force, and Navy for its MSS software licences, reported The Street. FAQs Why is the Pentagon working so closely with Palantir? Because Palantir's AI tools, like the Maven Smart System, help analyze data from drones and satellites to detect threats. What does Palantir actually do now? Palantir started in data analytics but now focuses heavily on AI-powered defence and military software.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Palantir gets great news from the Pentagon
It's been an excellent past two quarters for Palantir Technologies () , and things only seem to be getting better. The multi-faceted tech company, once seen purely as a data analytics play, has emerged as a leader in the software field, bringing artificial intelligence (AI) tools to the booming defense technology market. This new status has made it one of the past year's biggest breakout stocks, particularly within the AI market. 💵💰💰💵 As some of the tech sector's most prominent AI stocks have struggled amid rising uncertainty, Palantir has demonstrated strong resilience. This has kept it in focus as investors consider the best ways to play the ever-evolving AI market. Palantir's progress has been largely driven by its lucrative defense contracts, including a $30 million software deal from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). But the company recently revealed something else that indicates demand for its services is still rising. For years, Palantir has benefited from defense contracts as the U.S. government has recognized the military applications of its technology. In recent months, however, speculation has risen that Palantir founder and chairman Peter Thiel's ties to Elon Musk serve to help the company procure even more federal certainly seems to be the case, even as Musk prepares to scale back his work with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The Pentagon has revealed that it will significantly increase the budget for Palantir's Maven Smart System to $1.3 billion over the next four years, an increase of roughly $795 million. Launched in 2017, Project Maven is an initiative by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) to integrate AI and machine learning into military technology. This includes using AI to analyze significant amounts of data and images from satellites, drones, and sensors to track and detect potential threats. Now, the DOD seems to believe it will have considerably more use for Palantir's technologies concerning mission support systems (MSS), as it has significantly increased its budget for software licenses. An official from the department recently issued the following statement: 'Combatant commands, in particular, have increased their use of MSS to command and control dynamic operations and activities in their theaters. In response to this growing demand, the [Chief Digital and AI Office] and Army increased capacity to support emerging combatant command operations and other DOD component needs.' More Palantir News: Palantir leader has shocking take on Elon Musk and DOGE Analysts reset Palantir stock forecast amid rally Venture capital leader has harsh words for Palantir As Defense Scoop reports, though, few details have been provided regarding the MSS deployment, specifically which groups will gain access to the new software licenses. However, other reports indicate that this additional funding has been designated for U.S. combatant commands that oversee military operations. This new focus on software license spending from the DOD is a clear catalyst for Palantir, which stands to benefit significantly. The company has contacts with the U.S. Army, Air Force, Space Force, and Navy for its Maven Smart System software part of the DOD with a clear interest in Palantir's technology is the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), which has maintained operational control of Maven's geospatial intelligence aspects since 2022. The combat support agency recently awarded the company a $28 million contract to expand Maven access for its analysts. NGA Director Vice Admiral Frank Whitworth recently stressed the importance of the Maven Smart System as a key component of the agency's plans, noting the speed and space provided by AI integration. 'Everyone dives in on this…our own experts, Palantir's experts, even experts from the combatant commands,' he recently stated. This focus from the Pentagon is likely to help Palantir solidify its position as a top player in the defense technology and AI spaces. Experts such as Wall Street veteran Stephen Guilfoyle have touted its potential in this area, highlighting it as a likely winner as the Trump administration doubles down on both gets great news from the Pentagon first appeared on TheStreet on May 27, 2025
