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Yahoo
a day ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Southampton Hospital Radio launches free app to reach more listeners
Southampton Hospital Radio has launched a new mobile app. The volunteer-run station, which has been broadcasting for more than 70 years, will now be able to reach listeners beyond the hospital through the free app. Listeners can tune in from anywhere, whether at home, in the community, or on the go. Simon Carter, a presenter at Southampton Hospital Radio, said: "What I really love is that there's no need to log in - you just tap the app and you're instantly connected. Abby Oakley behind the mic at Southampton Hospital Radio studio (Image: Southampton Hospital Radio) "It's quick, easy, and the sound quality is absolutely fantastic." Previously, the station was available mainly through bedside TV units, limiting its reach to hospital patients. The app now allows anyone to access live broadcasts, request songs and dedications, and view the full programme schedule. Users can also enjoy exclusive hospital podcasts, presenter blogs, and updates on both station and hospital news. READ MORE: Only Fools and Horses star to bring festive fun to Fareham Live panto Aaron Jacobs, another presenter, said: "This app is so much more than just a new way to listen - it brings our healthcare community closer together. "Whether you're a patient, or just stumbled across us, it offers an easy, instant connection to something familiar and comforting. "By downloading it, you're not just tuning in - you're becoming part of a shared experience that supports and uplifts everyone within healthcare in Southampton." For those in hospital, the app also offers live commentary of Southampton FC matches. The station has been serving patients, families, and staff since 1952. It broadcasts 24 hours a day from Normand House and is run entirely by volunteers. Listeners can download the free app by visiting or by searching for "Southampton Hospital Radio" in their device's app store. Southampton Hospital Radio is a member of the National Hospital Broadcasting Association and has received the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service. The station describes itself as a "vital presence within the Southampton healthcare community," offering entertainment, information, and companionship to listeners across hospitals, care homes, hospices, and treatment centres. The launch marks a significant step in expanding the charity's reach and impact, making its services more accessible to the wider community.
IOL News
2 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
FlySafair slammed for allegedly refusing CCMA mediation as strike strands passengers
The FlySafair pilot strike led to around 8% of flights being cancelled on Monday. Image: Supplied Scores of FlySafair passengers were left stranded on Monday morning as pilots embarked on a strike over wages and working conditions. According to union Solidarity, which is representing the aggrieved pilots, the airline is refusing to partake in a mediation process initiated by the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA). 'The CCMA has offered its help in terms of section 150 of the Labour Relations Act (No. 66 of 1995) to resolve the dispute between Solidarity and FlySafair. Solidarity has formally agreed to the CCMA process, but by the end of the weekend FlySafair was still refusing to agree to it,' Solidarity said in a statement released on Monday morning. IOL has reached out to FlySafair for commentary on the CCMA matter. FlySafair said it cancelled 8% of its flights on Monday after pilots who had previously indicated their availability to fly, instead joined the two-week strike. Airports Company South Africa said it was aware of the ongoing operational disruptions affecting FlySafair flights on Monday and said it has implemented contingency measures to minimise disruptions. 'While a number of flights have been cancelled, the majority of FlySafair services are operating as scheduled, and airport operations continue as normal,' ACSA said. The airports company said passengers should contact FlySafair directly for flight-specific updates and use the ACSA Mobile App for live flight notifications. Talks in deadlock after a weekend of no progress Solidarity said the strike was initially meant to last for one day, to get FlySafair to the negotiating table. But it said the airline then responded by locking out the pilots for seven days. 'We welcome the CCMA's intervention. The disruption of an airline is a matter of national interest. Such disruption must be avoided. Our aim with the one-day strike notice was to get FlySafair to the negotiating table,' Solidarity commented. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading 'We were prepared to do everything possible over the weekend to prevent the disruption and find a solution with the help of the CCMA. Instead of coming to the table, FlySafair escalated the disruption by locking out the pilots for at least seven days.' Pilot pay is competitive, FlySafair says Solidarity has accused FlySafair of having an 'aggressive business style', leading to around 90% of its members voting in favour of a strike. Solidarity is demanding a 10.5% increase for 2025/26, with pilots claiming they're still earning 10% less than pre-pandemic levels. However, FlySafair says that this would amount to a cost-to-company increase of more than 20% once additional demands had been factored in, which it says is an unsustainable escalation for any company. The airline has offered its pilots an 'above inflation' increase of 5.7%. FlySafair maintains that its pilots are among the best-compensated professionals in South Africa, with captains earning between R1.8 million and R2.3 million per year, placing them within the country's top 1% of earners. These salaries are regularly benchmarked against those at other local airlines and are higher than most, the airline said. Responding to accusations that pilots were overworked, FlySafair said its captains spent an average of 63 hours in the cockpit last month, which is well within regulatory limits set by the Civil Aviation Authority, IATA and ICAO, which cap flight duty at 100 hours per month. This is a developing story. Stay tuned to IOL for further updates. IOL
Mid East Info
15-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Oman Arab Bank Launches Travel Loan Campaign to Empower Holiday Seekers - Middle East Business News and Information
Muscat. 15 July Arab Bank (OAB) has announced the launch of its highly anticipated Travel Loan Campaign, tailored to help customers embrace the joy of travel—whether within Oman during the picturesque Khareef season in Salalah or abroad for international adventures. The campaign reflects the Bank's ongoing commitment to delivering customer-centric financial solutions that enhance quality of life and offer greater lifestyle flexibility. The Travel Loan offers customers the opportunity to borrow between OMR 1,000 and OMR 5,000 with an attractive interest rate of 4.5%, and flexible repayment terms of up to 12 months. To further reward customers, the campaign includes a two-year annual fee waiver on OAB credit cards for eligible applicants. Special benefits await those heading to Salalah for Khareef, including 20% cashback on fuel spent at Oman Oil and Shell stations during selected weekends in July and August. In addition, customers can access exclusive offers on hotels, dining, cafés, and car rentals in the Dhofar region, making their trip even more enjoyable and cost-effective. International travelers are not left behind. The campaign also includes complimentary travel insurance, offering peace of mind for customers flying abroad, ensuring safety and convenience remain a priority. Mr. Juma Al Fulaiti, Deputy Head of Retail Banking at OAB, commented, 'At OAB, we believe travel is more than leisure—it's an opportunity to connect, explore, and grow. Through this Travel Loan campaign, we're proud to provide financial solutions that allow our customers to experience new destinations without the burden of financial constraints. Whether it's enjoying the lush beauty of Salalah or discovering the world beyond, we want our customers to indulge, while also creating a slew of unforgettable memories with their families and loved ones.' Customers can apply for the Travel Loan conveniently via the OAB Mobile App or by visiting their nearest branch. This initiative is part of OAB's broader strategy to offer flexible, relevant, and rewarding financial products that align with customers' evolving needs and aspirations.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
PNC Bank Introduces New Digital Direct Deposit Manager
New PNC Mobile App functionality provides seamless client experience to manage direct deposit preferences PITTSBURGH, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PNC Bank today announced the launch of a new feature, PNC Direct Deposit, that provides clients with the ability to easily set up direct deposits for payroll, Social Security payments or other regular income, directly from the PNC Mobile app. "This integrated direct deposit solution is just another example of how PNC is continuously enhancing and improving the client experience," said Alex Overstrom, head of Retail Banking. "By embedding direct deposit functions directly within the mobile app, our clients can seamlessly update and manage their direct deposit preferences without the hassle of filling out paperwork and finding routing and account numbers." PNC Direct Deposit is an integrated experience offering clients a seamless and streamlined way to update or change their direct deposit preferences with just a few clicks – without the need to fill out forms or make phone calls. This new solution simplifies the traditional process of changing direct deposit preferences by bringing the employer, payroll provider and PNC into a single digital experience. The digital solution also removes the need for manual data entry of account numbers, reducing the risk of user errors and delays in receiving payments. "Being our customers' primary bank is core to our relationship-oriented strategy, and key to that is making it easy for our customers to manage their direct deposits. What we have seen since rolling out PNC Direct Deposit is that that when we make it seamless for clients to choose PNC as their primary bank, they respond. The momentum has just been incredible," said Overstrom. All PNC consumer clients have access to PNC Direct Deposit within the PNC Mobile app, for use with a PNC consumer checking or savings account. For more information, please visit PNC Bank, N.A., is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit CONTACT: Darby Rowe(717) View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE PNC Bank Sign in to access your portfolio
Qatar Tribune
05-07-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
QIB gets prestigious awards from Global Finance at ‘AI in Finance awards 2025'
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), Qatar's leading digital bank, has received the Best Consumer Bank in Qatar and the Middle East and Personalized Financial Advice in Qatar and the Middle East at the AI in Finance Awards 2025 from Global Finance. These accolades reinforce QIB's position at the forefront of AI-driven banking innovation in the region. With a clear focus on delivering smarter, more intuitive digital experience, QIB has been systematically embedding artificial intelligence across its operations to anticipate customer needs, elevate service quality, and drive sustainable growth. One of QIB's most notable AI implementations is Next Best Offer (NBO), a proprietary recommendation engine within the QIB Mobile App. Built on advanced deep learning algorithms, NBO helps deliver timely, relevant product suggestions and financial advice tailored to each customer's profile. This capability ensures users receive meaningful, personalized interactions, supporting better financial decision-making while enriching their everyday banking experience. QIB's AI strategy goes beyond personalisation. By integrating AI into areas such as fraud detection, process automation, and digital onboarding, the Bank has significantly improved operational efficiency, enhanced security, and reduced its reliance on traditional, paper-based workflows. These advancements reflect QIB's commitment to responsible AI innovation that aligns with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030. Commenting on the achievement, QIB Group CEO Bassel Gamal said, 'These awards affirm our vision to position AI as a cornerstone of QIB's future. We are leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance customer experiences today while building the foundation for a truly intelligent bank that can anticipate needs, drive innovation, and deliver sustainable value for years to come. Our commitment to responsible and forward-thinking AI adoption ensures QIB remains at the forefront of digital banking, supporting Qatar's ambitions for a knowledge-based economy.' The Global Finance AI in Finance Awards spotlight financial institutions that are setting global benchmarks in artificial intelligence. QIB's recognition in both national and regional categories confirms its role as a digital pioneer, leading with purpose, precision, and innovation.
