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Associated Press
12-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
LightBulbSurplus.com Expands LED Driver Selection with Over 212 Models Now Available
expands inventory to 212+ LED drivers, including emergency, constant current, programmable, and switchable models for all lighting needs. 'Expanding our LED driver lineup shows our commitment to reliable, versatile solutions—offering more choices and value for contractors and businesses nationwide.'— Mark Hudson SANFORD, FL, UNITED STATES, July 12, 2025 / / -- a leading online distributor of commercial lighting solutions, has significantly expanded its product lineup to include one of the most comprehensive selections of LED drivers in the industry. The company now offers customers over 212 different models, covering nearly every application and specification needed for modern LED lighting projects. LED drivers play a crucial role in the performance, efficiency, and longevity of LED lighting systems. Recognizing the growing demand for high-quality, specialized drivers, now features a wide assortment—ranging from emergency and constant current to constant voltage, programmable, and switchable models. This expansion ensures that contractors, facilities managers, and lighting professionals can find the exact solution for any retrofit or new installation project. 'Our goal is to be the go-to destination for lighting professionals seeking reliable, high-performance products,' said a company spokesperson for 'By offering such a diverse array of LED drivers—from emergency backup units to programmable and switchable designs—we're helping our customers meet code requirements, optimize energy efficiency, and support even the most challenging lighting environments.' Among the 212+ models now in stock, customers will find: Emergency LED Drivers: Ensuring safe egress and code compliance during power outages. Constant Current Drivers: Ideal for powering LED fixtures with precise output for maximum longevity and uniformity. Constant Voltage Drivers: Supporting strip lights, signage, and specialty applications with steady power delivery. Programmable and Switchable Drivers: Offering flexibility to fine-tune power output, current, and voltage for custom lighting designs. With real-time stock status, detailed product specs, and fast nationwide shipping, aims to streamline the purchasing process for its customers. The expanded LED driver selection reflects the company's commitment to serving as a single-source supplier for wholesale lighting needs. Brandon Henderson Light Bulb Surplus +1 888-553-5655 email us here Visit us on social media: Facebook Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Newsweek
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Mercedes to Race Both F1 Cars With Touching Tribute to Departed Team Member
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Mercedes Formula One team has revealed a touching gesture to honor a team member who passed away last week. The tribute will be highlighted this weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix. Mercedes announced the passing of Mark Hudson, who worked in the team's Composite Build Department for 12 years. Honoring him, both Mercedes W16 F1 cars will feature the message: "In memory of Mark Hudson." Mercedes' British driver George Russell drives to the start of the first practice session at the Red Bull Ring race track in Spielberg, Austria, on June 27, 2025, ahead of the Formula One Austrian Grand... Mercedes' British driver George Russell drives to the start of the first practice session at the Red Bull Ring race track in Spielberg, Austria, on June 27, 2025, ahead of the Formula One Austrian Grand Prix. More Andrej ISAKOVIC / AFP/Getty Images A nice touch to the tribute is a 'Pre-fit OK' sticker above his name, which explains the nature of the role he performed. Mercedes revealed the special gesture on X, stating: "In memory of our late and dear teammate. "Last week, we sadly lost our colleague and friend Mark Hudson. Mark worked in our Composite Build Department for 12 years and was much loved by all at Lauda Drive. In his honour, we carry his name on our car this weekend. "Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time. ❤" In memory of our late and dear teammate. Last week, we sadly lost our colleague and friend Mark Hudson. Mark worked in our Composite Build Department for 12 years and was much loved by all at Lauda Drive. In his honour, we carry his name on our car this weekend. Our thoughts… — Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team (@MercedesAMGF1) June 27, 2025 Mercedes heads to the Red Bull Ring for the race weekend, coming off a dominant weekend in Canada, where George Russell secured his first win of the season, while his teammate Andrea Kimi Antonelli secured his first podium finish in the premier class of racing by finishing third. The victory marked Russell's fifth podium finish of the season, suggesting his top form. However, Mercedes has yet to extend his contract, which expires at the end of 2025. Russell stated that he had met all performance expectations, but the team has yet to confirm his future seat officially. Newsweek Sports reported his comments: "No major updates yet. "It's not something that I'm pressing massively because, as I've always said, the performance is the priority, and I feel with the performance I'm showing at the moment - still in line with the performance I've shown over all these years - I've got zero reasons to be worried. "But obviously, it does help if there was pen on paper. But let's see." Russell also admitted that Mercedes was in talks with Max Verstappen following a failed attempt to have him on board last year. He added: "From my side, I don't think I have anything really to worry about. I think, as a team, it depends where you put your aspirations. "We're second best at the moment, maybe third best. We might be overperforming slightly to be second best. "As Mercedes, they want to be back on top, and if you're going to be back on top you need to make sure you've got the best drivers, the best engineers, the best pit crew, and that's what Mercedes are chasing. "So, it's only normal that conversations with the likes of Verstappen are ongoing. But from my side, if I'm performing as I'm doing, what have I got to be concerned about? There are two seats in every Formula 1 team."
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
My first-ever river holiday on the outskirts of the UK capital – with palaces, locks and barbeques on the top deck
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WE clamber out of the boat and on to the pavement, piling into the bakery to stock up with fresh snacks and local treats for our adventure ahead. Our destination? Staines, to the west of London. 4 Swans on the river near Windsor Castle Credit: Getty 4 There's plenty of space on board the Mystique Credit: Mark Hudson It may not sound glamorous and we may have only been a few junctions along the M25 from home, but as we plodded along the Thames on our first-ever river holiday, the winding waterway shimmering in the sun's morning glow, it felt like we were worlds away. My family and I had booked our floating holiday home through the boat-rental site Le Boat, which operates in 18 destinations across nine different countries in Europe and Canada. Our vessel, the eight-person Mystique, had a fully functioning kitchen, an airy living room, three bedrooms and a sundeck. I'd never been on a boating holiday before, but that didn't matter as Le Boat's friendly staff talked us through all the dos and don'ts, including how to drive and tie ropes, upon arrival to Penton Hook Marina. After that we were free to take the wheel, slowly weaving our way along the Thames, with no experience or special licence needed. Captaining our vessel felt like driving a car on ice. And while we barely got above 10mph, the first few hours were a little nervy — particularly as we approached our first lock. Luckily, we spotted a retired couple in a canal boat up ahead who knew exactly what they were doing (and could clearly see we didn't!). Most read in Cruise HIGH SEAS Inside the super cool cruise with no kids, a spa, nightclub and drag queen bingo Boating folk are a friendly bunch and my new water buddy Roger, who'd been travelling this stretch of the Thames for more than 50 years, talked me through the simple mechanisms for the lock. We opened the gate, lining our boat up next to his, and tied our ropes to one of the moorings on the pavement. Viking Sun ship docks in London for start of world's longest cruise of 245 days with 100,000 bottles of champers It had to be loose to ensure that when the water level changed, the boat was able to move up or down with it, Roger told us. Then, I headed to the simple control panel before opening the sluices, the mechanisms that controlled the flow of water. We watched as the canal — and our boats — slowly drifted down to the next level with a big sense of achievement. It's good etiquette to leave the gates and sluices closed after you've finished, so as not to cause any issues for the next travellers using the lock, Roger told us before waving us off. Go with the flow With each lock we faced, our confidence grew until myself, my sister and brother-in-law plus our five kids were a well-oiled lock-conquering machine. Everyone knew their jobs and the kids relished being given responsibilities. Roger and his partner weren't the only friendly locals we met that weekend. We passed families, couples and big groups sipping champagne and lager as they pootled along the river, all exchanging tips on the best places to moor for the night. That's the beauty of a boating trip: you have the freedom to go with the flow (literally). Our first night on board was a little tricky, I'm a light sleeper and a host of new noises kept me awake. 4 One of the three bedrooms below deck Credit: Supplied 4 Everyone has a part to play on board Credit: Mark Hudson Fortunately the bedding on board Mystique was comfortable enough to make it feel like a home from home. And despite filling the boat to its maximum passenger capacity, we never felt cramped, especially with use of the top deck, where nightly barbecues were a big hit. And from the top deck, we could take in all the sights, too. I've lived locally for much of my life but was stunned to see sides of the river I'd never encountered before, thanks to Le Boat's Thames Guide which gave us information on all of the destinations between Benson in Oxfordshire to Chertsey in Surrey. Along the many routes you'll find former palaces and National Trust parks as well as quaint cafes and shops. The town of Windsor was the highlight for us, though, and we were treated to the best view of its famous castle from our vantage point on the river. Exploring the 11th century historic fortress and tucking into huge scoops of colourful ice cream was the perfect way to round-off our river adventure. We may have been boating novices, but now we've got our river-legs, who knows where our next adventure will take us.
The Irish Sun
16-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
My first-ever river holiday on the outskirts of the UK capital – with palaces, locks and barbeques on the top deck
WE clamber out of the boat and on to the pavement, piling into the bakery to stock up with fresh snacks and local treats for our adventure ahead. Our destination? Staines, to the west of London. Advertisement 4 Swans on the river near Windsor Castle Credit: Getty 4 There's plenty of space on board the Mystique Credit: Mark Hudson It may not sound glamorous and we may have only been a few junctions along the M25 from home, but as we plodded along the Thames on our first-ever river holiday, the winding waterway shimmering in the sun's morning glow, it felt like we were worlds away. My family and I had booked our floating holiday home through the boat-rental site Le Boat, which operates in 18 destinations across nine different countries in Europe and Canada. Our vessel, the eight-person Mystique, had a fully functioning kitchen, an airy living room, three bedrooms and a sundeck. I'd never been on a boating holiday before, but that didn't matter as Le Boat's friendly staff talked us through all the dos and don'ts, including how to drive and tie ropes, upon arrival to Penton Hook Marina. Advertisement Read More on Travel After that we were free to take the wheel, slowly weaving our way along the Thames, with no experience or special licence needed. Captaining our vessel felt like driving a car on ice. And while we barely got above 10mph, the first few hours were a little nervy — particularly as we approached our first lock. Luckily, we spotted a retired couple in a canal boat up ahead who knew exactly what they were doing (and could clearly see we didn't!). Advertisement Most read in Cruise Boating folk are a friendly bunch and my new water buddy Roger, who'd been travelling this stretch of the Thames for more than 50 years, talked me through the simple mechanisms for the lock. We opened the gate, lining our boat up next to his, and tied our ropes to one of the moorings on the pavement. Viking Sun ship docks in London for start of world's longest cruise of 245 days with 100,000 bottles of champers It had to be loose to ensure that when the water level changed, the boat was able to move up or down with it, Roger told us. Then, I headed to the simple control panel before opening the sluices, the mechanisms that controlled the flow of water. Advertisement We watched as the canal — and our boats — slowly drifted down to the next level with a big sense of achievement. It's good etiquette to leave the gates and sluices closed after you've finished, so as not to cause any issues for the next travellers using the lock, Roger told us before waving us off. Go with the flow With each lock we faced, our confidence grew until myself, my sister and brother-in-law plus our five kids were a well-oiled lock-conquering machine. Everyone knew their jobs and the kids relished being given responsibilities. Advertisement Roger and his partner weren't the only friendly locals we met that weekend. We passed families, couples and big groups sipping champagne and lager as they pootled along the river, all exchanging tips on the best places to moor for the night. That's the beauty of a boating trip: you have the freedom to go with the flow (literally). Our first night on board was a little tricky, I'm a light sleeper and a host of new noises kept me awake. Advertisement 4 One of the three bedrooms below deck Credit: Supplied 4 Everyone has a part to play on board Credit: Mark Hudson Fortunately the bedding on board Mystique was comfortable enough to make it feel like a home from home. And despite filling the boat to its maximum passenger capacity, we never felt cramped, especially with use of the top deck, where nightly barbecues were a big hit. Advertisement And from the top deck, we could take in all the sights, too. I've lived locally for much of my life but was stunned to see sides of the river I'd never encountered before, thanks to Le Boat's Thames Guide which gave us information on all of the destinations between Benson in Oxfordshire to Chertsey in Surrey. Along the many routes you'll find former palaces and National Trust parks as well as quaint cafes and shops. The town of Windsor was the highlight for us, though, and we were treated to the best view of its famous castle from our vantage point on the river. Advertisement Exploring the 11th century historic fortress and tucking into huge scoops of colourful ice cream was the perfect way to round-off our river adventure. We may have been boating novices, but now we've got our river-legs, who knows where our next adventure will take us. GO: THE THAMES GETTING/STAYING THERE: A seven-night self-catered stay on board Mystique is from £1,079 (or £134.88pp, based on eight sharing). This year Le Boat will operate on the Thames until October 31, 2025. Call 023 9222 2177 or see
BBC News
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
County Durham Mining Exhibition explores loss and landscape
A new exhibition is exploring loss and changing landscapes following the demise of the mining Back Brockens: Monuments and Rhetoric After the Miners' Strike is a three-part display of paintings and sound installations looking at the post-strike landscape in County Narbi Price, who co-curated the exhibition, said he was fascinated that generations of people were living in places "shaped by mining" but with no "living memory" of it. He collaborated with writer Mark Hudson and asked members of the public to share their stories, including videos, for a community archive. "The combination of paintings and sound explores not only what was lost, but what remains, what has changed, and how people continue to define their places and memories decades after the last coal was mined," Mr Price said. Mr Price's 40 paintings produced during the 40th anniversary year of the 1984-5 miners' strike depict former colliery sites as they are today which he said were "silent spaces once central to working-class life, now reclaimed, repurposed, or left behind"."I find it really interesting that we have generations of people living in places that are entirely shaped by mining, but might have no living memory of it themselves," he works are paired with sound installations by Mr Hudson of recorded interviews for his 1991 book Coming Back Brockens about those who lived through the strike."The 86 hours of interviews I did in Horden 30 years ago were largely concerned with the miners' strike, which was then very recent," Mr Hudson said. "In between the strike and me arriving in the village, the pit had closed." The exhibition opens on 13 June at the Warehouse, in Newgate Shopping Centre, Bishop Auckland and, on 12 July, will form part of the 139th Durham Miners' Gala. Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
