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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Iconic UTEP Student Union to be torn down, replaced with updated building
The UTEP Student Union — an iconic building that reflects college life — is being torn down to make way for a more modernized student facility. The change will also raise the student union fee to help finance the construction project. The Texas Senate has passed House Bill 2853, sponsored by Sen. César J. Blanco and authored by Rep. Vince Perez, to support the expansion and modernization of the Student Union at The University of Texas at El Paso. In a news release issued Tuesday, May 27, Blanco said the bill raises the cap on the student union fee, last set in 1987, to help finance the demolition of UTEP's current Student Union and the construction of a modern facility designed to meet the needs of the university's growing student population. The student body approved the incremental fee increase in a campus-wide referendum held in September 2024. The Union fee paid by UTEP students will increase incrementally over the next three years: 2025-2026: $70 per semester, $35 summer 2026-2027: $120 per semester, $60 summer 2027-2028: $150 per semester, $75 summer House Bill 2853 now heads back to the House for concurrence. If that occurs, the bill will be sent to Gov. Greg Abbott for consideration. The Student Union is the heart of the campus, but has remained outdated for many years, Blanco said. "When I was a student at UTEP, the Student Union was where we crammed for exams, organized student events, and grabbed a bite between classes. But even back then, it felt outdated. It's always been the heart of campus, but now it's finally getting the investment it deserves," he said. He added, "UTEP is one of the fastest-growing research institutions in the country, and its facilities should reflect that momentum. I'm proud to help bring to life a vision that is shaped by student voices that honors the past while building for the future. This new Union will be a hub for connection and Miner pride for years to come." The El Paso Times has reached out to UTEP officials for the timeline of the project. Officials said they do not have a construction schedule at this time. Rep. Vince Perez said, 'The student union facility was built shortly after World War II, and generations of UTEP students have walked its halls, studied in its spaces, and built lifelong memories there. At that time, UTEP was a small institution of just 3,000 students: today, it's a nationally recognized university with an enrollment exceeding 25,000. "This bill will deliver the modern, state-of-the-art facility our students need and deserve, supporting their success for generations to come. I'm honored that this was my first bill in the Texas House, and I'm proud to see it successfully through the legislative process. I'm also tremendously grateful to UTEP President Heather Wilson, whose tireless advocacy was instrumental in this bill's passage, and to Sen. Blanco, who skillfully shepherded it through the Senate," Perez added. UTEP Student Government Association President Edgar Loya said the UTEP Student Union was in dire need of an update. "I am so thankful for the support from our elected officials to make this happen, and especially the leadership from Sen. Blanco and Rep. Perez," Loya said. "We are glad that the Texas Legislature supported the outcome of our student vote to improve this important student resource." In September of 2024, the UTEP student body voted in favor of replacing Union West and renovating Union East. UTEP Miners asked for a more modern, accessible student-centered facility that would include the following: A new, modern, multipurpose Union West building, showcasing UTEP pride. Lounge, study and collaborative spaces with ample seating. Student organization work and meeting spaces. Space for a pool, ping-pong, and other tabletop games. Area for e-sports and PC gaming. New dining venue with healthy food options, accessible after hours. Space to host programs such as career fairs, speakers, comedy nights, open mic nights, poetry slams and karaoke. State-of-the-art technology and plenty of electrical outlets. Large ballroom for hosting events for 600-800 people. Shaded outdoor plaza area (between Union West and East) for live entertainment and other events. Sustainable features include solar panels, LED lighting, and water efficiency. More: UTEP discus thrower Esther Osisike breaks through to win a title María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; mcortes@ @ on Bluesky, and @eptmariacg on TikTok. This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: UTEP Student Union to be torn down, replaced with updated building
Business Upturn
26-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
NR7 Miner launches real-time mining protocol optimization and exclusive yield boosting campaign
Norfolk, United Kingdom, May 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a bold move to stay ahead of the ever-evolving crypto landscape, NR7 Miner has officially launched its Dynamic Chain Optimization System—a powerful upgrade that intelligently adjusts mining protocols in real time to maximize profitability. This new system ensures users are always mining on the most efficient and rewarding network, eliminating the issue of invalid or wasted computing power. To celebrate this cutting-edge launch, NR7 Miner is also rolling out brand-new short-duration mining contracts tailored for fast returns, along with the limited-time 'Miner's Midday Boost' event, designed to give users a powerful earnings upgrade during peak daily periods. These updates arrive just as Bitcoin trends toward a potential $180,000 high by year-end, making it a crucial moment for both new and veteran users to optimize their passive income strategies with minimal effort and maximum efficiency. What is cloud mining? Cloud mining is an effective method that makes cloud mining a remote mining of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin mining. With this method, you can make cloud mining profitable in the following ways: borrow the mining power of cloud mining companies and avoid personal investment in hardware and maintenance; use powerful computers to access large mining farms, tirelessly solve crypto puzzles and receive cryptocurrency rewards. NR7 Miner: Where laziness meets profit NR7 Miner takes the simplicity of cloud mining to the highest level, making it perfect for newbies. The platform's user-friendly interface ensures that even cryptocurrency novices can navigate with ease. For NR7 Miner, laziness is not a weakness; it's the path to success. As a pioneer in providing cloud mining services, NR7 Miner has more than 100 mining farms around the world with more than 100,000 mining rigs, all powered by new energy and renewable cycles. With its stable income and security, it has won the recognition of more than 9 million users. Incredible Earning Opportunities What sets NR7 Miner apart is its extraordinary daily passive income. Offering the opportunity to earn $10,800 or more per day, NR7 Miner enables users to realize their dreams of getting rich online. Imagine earning a substantial income without constant effort or complex setup – that's what NR7 Miner offers. Safety and Sustainability In the world of mining, trust and security are crucial. NR7 Miner understands this and puts user safety first. NR7 Miner is committed to transparency and legality, ensuring that your investment is protected, allowing you to focus on making profits. All mines use clean energy electricity, making cloud mining carbon neutral. Renewable energy prevents environmental pollution and has super high returns, allowing every investor to enjoy opportunities and benefits. 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How to join NR7 Miner: 1: Register now to get a $12 bonus ($0.50 for daily check-ins). 2: Choose a contract: After successfully registering, the next step is to choose a mining contract that suits your goals and budget. NR7 Miner offers a variety of contracts to meet different needs, whether you are a beginner or an experienced miner. Take a close look at the available options, considering factors such as contract duration, potential returns, and associated costs. 3: Start Profiting: Once you have selected and activated your mining contract, you can sit back and let the system do the work for you. NR7 Miner's advanced technology ensures that your mining operations run efficiently, maximizing your potential earnings. 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If you want to learn more about NR7 miner, please visit its official website: APP quick download: Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release does not constitute an investment solicitation, nor does it constitute investment advice, financial advice, or trading recommendations. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risks and the possibility of losing funds. It is strongly recommended that you perform due diligence before investing or trading in cryptocurrencies and securities, including consulting a professional financial advisor. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
The Province
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The Province
Former Vancouver Giants teammates square off in Abbotsford Canucks playoff series
Abbotsford forward Tristen Nielsen and Colorado Eagles netminder Trent Miner played three seasons with the Giants and billeted at the same home for two of those Get the latest from Steve Ewen straight to your inbox "There's a reason they finished first in the division. They're a high-pace, high-skilled team. If you give them time and space with the puck in the o-zone, they're going to make you pay," said Abbotsford coach Manny Malhotra. Photo by Submitted / Vancouver Canucks Photo Library Tristen Nielsen's scouting report on Trent Miner could probably include Miner's favourite breakfast cereal. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Nielsen's Abbotsford Canucks host Miner's Colorado Eagles tonight (7 p.m.) at the Abbotsford Centre in the opening game of the best-of-five AHL Pacific Division final. Game 2 is also at the Abbotsford Centre Sunday (6 p.m.) before the series shifts to Colorado, starting with Game 3 next Wednesday. Nielsen is a forward wrapping up a two-year free-agent contract with the Vancouver Canucks. Miner's a goaltender who was a seventh-round draft pick of the Colorado Avalanche in 2019. They were teammates for three seasons in junior with the Vancouver Giants, and they billeted at the same home for two of those campaigns. 'Great guy,' Nielsen, 25, said Thursday after practice of Miner, 'but I want to put 'em by him.' The Eagles (43-21-5-3) won the Pacific Division regular season crown, finishing two points in front of Abbotsford (44-24-2-2), and Miner was a key component for the Colorado Avalanche's top farm team. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Miner finished fifth in the AHL in goals against average (2.12) and seventh in save percentage (. 918) during the regular season while fashioning a 22-10-6 record. This season the 24-year-old from Brandon also made his NHL debut (coming on in relief in a 5-2 loss to the Washington Capitals on Nov. 15) and his first NHL start (a 3-1 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Jan. 8). Nielsen would have a good book on his tendencies after three seasons of practices together. And Miner would be well versed in Nielsen, too, after all that time. Who has the advantage? 'It depends if you can manipulate the goalie or the goalie is manipulating you,' Nielsen said. 'When you're going in, you have to read him. Is he an aggressive goalie? Is he a play-in-his-net goalie? It just depends.' Colorado and Abbotsford are among the eight teams left standing in pursuit of the AHL's Calder Cup. This is the fourth season that Vancouver has had its farm team in Abbotsford, and this is the furthest that they've got into a post-season. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'I feel like we can play in any weather, whether it's a really physical game or a speed game. That helps us,' Nielsen, who's in his fourth season with Abbotsford, said. 'We've got the depth. We've got the personnel.' Through the first two rounds, Abbotsford was led in scoring by winger Sammy Blais, 28, who had three goals and eight points in the seven games. Fellow winger Phil Di Giuseppe, 31, was next with three goals and six points. Seven players had scored at least twice for Abbotsford, and that included Nielsen, who had that pair of tallies to go with one assist. Nielsen, who's a scrappy, tenacious type, put up 15 goals and 28 points in 67 regular season games with Abbotsford. Colorado was the league's top scoring team in the regular season (250 goals, or 3.47 per game). Nielsen pegged Colorado as a 'fast team, a transition team,' and added that 'they've got some high-end skill, and the want to play off the rush.' They had a first-round bye. Coming into this series, their top playoff performers so far included one-time Canucks forward Jayson Megna, 35, who had three goals and six points in four games. 'There's a reason they finished first in the division. They're a high-pace, high-skilled team. If you give them time and space with the puck in the o-zone, they're going to make you pay,' said Abbotsford coach Manny Malhotra. SEwen@ Read More Vancouver Canucks Celebrity BC Lions Vancouver Canucks Crime
Vancouver Sun
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
Former Vancouver Giants teammates square off in Abbotsford Canucks playoff series
Tristen Nielsen's scouting report on Trent Miner could probably include Miner's favourite breakfast cereal. Nielsen's Abbotsford Canucks host Miner's Colorado Eagles tonight (7 p.m.) at the Abbotsford Centre in the opening game of the best-of-five AHL Pacific Division final. Game 2 is also at the Abbotsford Centre Sunday (6 p.m.) before the series shifts to Colorado, starting with Game 3 next Wednesday. Nielsen is a forward wrapping up a two-year free-agent contract with the Vancouver Canucks . Miner's a goaltender who was a seventh-round draft pick of the Colorado Avalanche in 2019. They were teammates for three seasons in junior with the Vancouver Giants, and they billeted at the same home for two of those campaigns. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'Great guy,' Nielsen, 25, said Thursday after practice of Miner, 'but I want to put 'em by him.' The Eagles (43-21-5-3) won the Pacific Division regular season crown, finishing two points in front of Abbotsford (44-24-2-2), and Miner was a key component for the Colorado Avalanche's top farm team. Miner finished fifth in the AHL in goals against average (2.12) and seventh in save percentage (. 918) during the regular season while fashioning a 22-10-6 record. This season the 24-year-old from Brandon also made his NHL debut (coming on in relief in a 5-2 loss to the Washington Capitals on Nov. 15) and his first NHL start (a 3-1 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Jan. 8). Nielsen would have a good book on his tendencies after three seasons of practices together. And Miner would be well versed in Nielsen, too, after all that time. Who has the advantage? 'It depends if you can manipulate the goalie or the goalie is manipulating you,' Nielsen said. 'When you're going in, you have to read him. Is he an aggressive goalie? Is he a play-in-his-net goalie? It just depends.' Colorado and Abbotsford are among the eight teams left standing in pursuit of the AHL's Calder Cup. This is the fourth season that Vancouver has had its farm team in Abbotsford, and this is the furthest that they've got into a post-season. 'I feel like we can play in any weather, whether it's a really physical game or a speed game. That helps us,' Nielsen, who's in his fourth season with Abbotsford, said. 'We've got the depth. We've got the personnel.' Through the first two rounds, Abbotsford was led in scoring by winger Sammy Blais, 28, who had three goals and eight points in the seven games. Fellow winger Phil Di Giuseppe, 31, was next with three goals and six points. Seven players had scored at least twice for Abbotsford, and that included Nielsen, who had that pair of tallies to go with one assist. Nielsen, who's a scrappy, tenacious type, put up 15 goals and 28 points in 67 regular season games with Abbotsford. Colorado was the league's top scoring team in the regular season (250 goals, or 3.47 per game). Nielsen pegged Colorado as a 'fast team, a transition team,' and added that 'they've got some high-end skill, and the want to play off the rush.' They had a first-round bye. Coming into this series, their top playoff performers so far included one-time Canucks forward Jayson Megna, 35, who had three goals and six points in four games. 'There's a reason they finished first in the division. They're a high-pace, high-skilled team. If you give them time and space with the puck in the o-zone, they're going to make you pay,' said Abbotsford coach Manny Malhotra. SEwen@
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chicago Reader columnist Michael Miner, ‘a conscience of our profession,' dies at 81
For many people, Michael Miner was best known as the astute, must-read chronicler of all things media in his 'Hot Type' column in the Chicago Reader. 'In an era of robust competition among newsrooms all over town, Michael Miner was an unsentimental watchdog of Chicago journalism and a conscience of our profession,' says Robert Feder, longtime Chicago media critic. 'He didn't originate the 'Hot Type' column, but he made it his own, and he made it the first thing we turned to when The Reader came out every week.' Miner died on May 1 of natural causes. He was 81 years old and surrounded by his family. Almost immediately, the internet was filled with memories, many of them do-it-yourself obituaries that smacked of self-aggrandizement. That certainly was not Miner's style. Feder goes on, saying, 'About 10 years ago, around the time Mike was stepping down from The Reader, I nominated him for a lifetime achievement award from the Chicago Headline Club. No question he deserved it, and I figured he was a sure win. But when he learned what I'd done, he had his name withdrawn. 'I am easily embarrassed,' Mike explained, 'I don't want to go through anything like a nominating process. Besides, I have a good idea of who deserves what.' 'Humility like that is rare in our business.' That quality was apparent to those who knew Miner best. 'He was the smartest, most honest and most ethical person I have ever known,' says Betsy Nore, Miner's wife of 48 years. 'I loved him so.' They met in the early 1970s when Miner walked into a Lakeview shop called Presence that Nore had just opened. He purchased the then-unusual item, granola. And he asked her on a date. Since Miner was then working the night shift, getting off work in the early morning, it took a while for that to happen. At his suggestion, they played tennis at the Waveland Avenue courts, even though, Nore says, 'Neither of us really knew how to play.' But they dated on and off for a few years. Married on June 11, 1977, they would have three daughters. Daughter Molly Miner, a school administrator, married to Alex Rosenthal and the mother of Solomon and Neva, said, 'He was an incredible father. He made a point of having special traditions with my sisters and me. He made all of us feel special. One was our annual trip to Marshall Fields to see the holiday windows, visit Santa, pick out a Christmas gift for my mom. We did this into adulthood, until Fields was sold to Macy's. He always had a pocketful of change for us to give to the Salvation Army bell ringers. Christmas traditions were important to us, and he was thrilled to see my son Solomon dance in Joffrey's 'Nutcracker.'' Joanna Miner, married to Daniel Thomas and the mother of Elise and Jesse, said, 'He was fun. He did the can-can with other dads on the sidelines of my soccer games and he never missed a game. He did the crossword every day, often completing it before anyone else was awake. When we played Celebrity as a family, he would add 'celebrities' like 'Dagwood Bumstead,' much to everyone's confusion. Giving rides was his love language. No matter the time or how inconvenient, you could count on Dad to want to give you a ride. Even though I live off the Blue Line, he always insisted on driving me to the airport and picking me up. My kids and I deeply loved him and knew that he loved us.' Laura Miner, a grade school teacher and basketball coach, said, 'He was the best dad you could imagine. A true girl dad, who was deep. He instilled in us a need to work for justice and a desire to understand truth. My sisters and I are who we are only for the better because of him. I feel very lucky.' Michael Richard Miner was born in St. Louis in 1943. A self-described 'nerdy kid,' he graduated from high school at 15. After studying engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology, he completed a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri and was a 19-year-old member of Mensa. He worked, unsatisfyingly, as a door-to-door salesman for a short time and then wrote for, of all publications, the Disciples of Christ Christian Catalogue. Enlisting in the United States Navy, he served on an aircraft carrier off North Vietnam in the Gulf of Tonkin. After an honorable discharge, he worked as a reporter and editor in St. Louis before moving here to work at the Chicago Sun-Times. Newsrooms then were raucous places, filled with loud voices, the constant clacking of typewriters, cigarette smoke and big, colorful personalities. Mary Dedinski was a young reporter then, later to be the paper's managing editor. She remembers, 'Michael was a distinctive presence in the newsroom, quiet but with a formidable mind and great skills of observation and writing. Always, he would bring a fresh perspective or idea to any situation, often with a dry sense of humor. We were passionate about Chicago and our stories and for more than five decades, he was a forever friend, warm and generous.' He took a leave of absence from the paper to return to Vietnam in 1975. As the war drew to a close, he did not avail himself of a seat on one of the last helicopters out of the capital city of Saigon. Instead he posed as the husband and father of a young Vietnamese family to help them escape. He would spend more years as a reporter at the Sun-Times, and was among the journalists to found and write for the now legendary the Chicago Journalism Review. He began freelancing for the Chicago Reader after writing a story for its first issue in 1971 and joined its staff in 1979, tasked with editing the weekly 'Hot Type' column before becoming its sole voice. He also wrote some longer stories and edited those of the paper's talented staff, among them John Conroy and his astonishing work exposing police torture. Miner was profiled in the Reader in 2011 by his colleague Steve Bogira, who notes that although his 'Hot Type' column was 'ostensibly about the media,' it was 'really about human nature.' In 2011, he wrote a chilling story about the 1982 rape and murder of the woman babysitting then-10 month old Joanna and a fire set in his house. The fireman who saved Joanna was at her wedding. And then in 2013, Miner wrote about having had primary sclerosing cholangitis, an inflammation of the bile ducts since 2001, which necessitated a successful liver transplant. His papers and other materials were donated to the Newberry Library, where his life will be celebrated at 2 p.m. May 19, and where his papers will reside for keeps, alongside a couple of other columnists named Ben Hecht and Mike Royko. rkogan@
