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AU Financial Review
2 days ago
- Business
- AU Financial Review
Boards have a tougher choice to make from today if they get hacked
Paul Smith edits the technology coverage and has been a leading writer on the sector for 20 years. He covers big tech, business use of tech, the fast-growing Australian tech industry and start-ups, telecommunications and national innovation policy.
AU Financial Review
4 days ago
- Business
- AU Financial Review
BioScout goes global using AI to protect farms, vineyards from disease
Paul Smith edits the technology coverage and has been a leading writer on the sector for 20 years. He covers big tech, business use of tech, the fast-growing Australian tech industry and start-ups, telecommunications and national innovation policy.
The Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Dave Allen brutally KOs Johnny Fisher: The boxing world reacts
Dave Allen just knocked out Johnny Fisher in the fifth round at the Copper Box on DAZN after being behind on the scorecards to breathe new life into his career. The Doncaster man made good on his promise to avenge his loss in the first fight in Saudi Arabia last year, but what are the boxing world saying about this shock result in the immediate aftermath. Frazer Clarke The Olympic bronze medallist who recently said he would like to fight Johnny Fisher, chimed in on X after his old foe Allen toppled the Essex fighter. He said in a now deleted post: 'unpopular opinion 3 2 1, go. F*ck Dave Allen did his best to get me disqualified and now we're jumping for joy that he's beat a novice! Gutted for JF [Johnny Fisher] he'll be back.' Michael Conlan The Irishman gave Allen high praise for producing a showstopping finish. Conlan said: Wow, that was some finish, take a bow Dave Allen.' Paul Smith The eldest of the Liverpudlian fighting family and former British super middleweight champion expressed his fondness for Allen and that he deserves to have an opportunity to win the British heavyweight title, currently in possession of Fabio Wardley. He said: 'Hard not to like Dave Allen. I didn't want to see him fighting and would now like to see him get a British title if he can. One of the good lads.' Dave Coldwell Coldwell believes that Allen has just re-introduced himself into the British heavyweight scene as a real contender. The trainer said: 'Absolutely sensational from Dave Allen! So composed and a brutal finish. After a long hard career, I think he's just got himself an invite to the heavyweight party. Not the most graceful shoulder ride I've seen tho!'
Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Category wins all the rage for Drogheda & District athletes at Enfield 5k
Conditions on the night were favourable, with little or no wind, and the quality field of runners were chomping at the bit as the Starter called the athletes to the line. This race always attracts the middle ground of Irish distance running, the quality club athletes, and this year was no exception, with the race being won in an impressive 14:25 by Kevin Kelly from St. Coca's AC. First home in the red vest for Drogheda & District was the flying firefighter Paul Smith who finished well up the field when taking the runner-up spot in his M45 category in an eye opening 15:37. Next in and close behind was Colin Leonard in a lively 15:53, followed by Colin Dyas who perhaps had the run of the night with his 32-second PB time of 15:58. Dyas is one to watch out for over the coming season and his upper body strength from his previous sporting career as a boxer showed in spades on the run-in to the finish. Close behind were Brian Martin in 16:00, followed by Stephen Kelly in 16:34, while Rodney Thornton ran well to cross the line in 17:09. Also running well were Colm Reilly 17:22), John Reilly (17:48) and Derek Hackett (18:41). The M70 category saw Giancarlo Orlandi take the win in 23:30, while arch rival Conor Cooney finished runner-up in 25:20. Amongst the Drogheda & District ladies, first home was Mary Leech (inset) who's coming into good form and her run of 18:55 saw her win her W50 category. Leech's training partner Yasmin Canning finished fourth in the same category in a solid 20:10. Meanwhile, one of the club's newest members - Kathryn Meade - gave a glimpse of her emerging talent when running the course in 19:32 and she's a real find for Drogheda & District AC. Orange Group coach Andrea McArdle is reaping the rewards for her dedication in training after she recorded a new PB time of 21:11, and the sub-21 time is on the cards by the end of the season. The ever present Nuala Reilly, Ireland's answer to the Duracell Bunny, showed her opponents a clean pair of heels when winning her M65 category in 24:07, while daughter Olivia ran the course in 24:14. Others who ran included Fiona Murphy (24:04) and Carmel Keenan. Just 24 hours later it turned out to be a fantastic evening for Drogheda & District AC at the Louth Relays, held in beautiful sunshine and perfect conditions for racing at the Lourdes Stadium. The club entered a remarkable 14 teams across various age groups and delivered an outstanding performance, bringing home an even more remarkable six gold medals! The club's U11 and U12 girls teams are heading to the Leinster Relays this coming weekend.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Paul Smith's College launches watercraft inspection season
PAUL SMITHS — Paul Smith's College Adirondack Watershed Institute has opened its season of managing the largest aquatic invasive species spread prevention program in New York State. The college's team of watercraft inspection stewards recently gathered on campus for their intensive in-person training. During the training, AWI's Aquatic Invasive Species Program Director Brett Wimsatt welcomed the new cohort with a message from outdoor recreation and conservation advocate Doug Duren: 'It's not ours, it's just our turn.' This sentiment resonates deeply with the mission of AWI stewards, whose work protects water resources of the Adirondacks for future generations. Eurasian watermilfoil, variable leaf milfoil and curly-leaf pondweed are the most common invasives found in Adirondack waterways. Water chestnut, spiny water flea, Asian clams and zebra mussels are not as common but just are as threatening. These nonnative plants and animals degrade water quality, significantly limit fishing, swimming and boating opportunities, and cost towns and lake associations millions of dollars to manage. In continued partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the Lake Champlain Basin Program, and numerous local towns, villages, and lake associations, AWI watercraft inspection stewards will offer free inspections and boat washing services to the public. Stewards will be stationed at more than 60 boat launches and road-side locations throughout the Adirondack region, educating boaters, anglers, and other visitors on the harmful impacts of aquatic invasive species and emphasizing New York State's crucial Clean, Drain, Dry standard. 'We deeply appreciate the boating public's active participation in this effort. When you take the extra few minutes to stop for a boat inspection or boat wash, you're not just complying with regulations, you are being a good partner in conservation,' Wimsatt said. 'Our collective responsibility makes a difference in safeguarding the waterways we all enjoy.' AWI's extensive spread prevention network strategically places stewards at both popular, high-traffic launches, including those on Lake Placid, Great Sacandaga, and Lake Champlain, and along key travel corridors across northern New York. This comprehensive coverage also extends to smaller, more remote water bodies, such as those found in the St. Regis Canoe Area, where the risk of invasive species introduction and rapid spread between interconnected lakes is particularly high. The boat inspection and decontamination stations are cooperatively funded by New York State's Environmental Protection Fund and the Lake Champlain Basin Program who encourage everyone to learn and practice Clean, Drain, Dry techniques. Information about inspection and decontamination station locations, aquatic invasive species ecology and steps the public can take to maintain the quality of New York's waterways is at The mission of Paul Smith's College Adirondack Watershed Institute is to protect clean water, conserve habitat, and support the health and well-being of the people in the Adirondacks through science, collaboration, and real-world experiences for students. Learn more at
