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Scotsman
4 days ago
- Scotsman
Edinburgh crime: Edinburgh's 15 most ‘dangerous' streets after dark according to locals
In 2024, official figures showed that Edinburgh, which ranked seventh among the most dangerous areas in Scotland, saw 34,976 crimes over the course of 2023 into 2024. A closer look at the numbers reveals significant rates of crimes of dishonesty (17,099 incidents), road traffic offences (8,439 incidents) and violent crime (7,278 incidents) – all of which underscore the need for effective security in Scotland's capital city. Often, though, crime rates alone do not tell the full story. Indeed, for many of the city's residents, perception plays just as big a role in determining where they feel safe. While some areas are statistically more dangerous, personal experience often influences people's choices just as much. So, which areas do people tend to avoid? We asked our Evening News readers which city streets they feel unsafe on a night – and lots of you replied. Browse our picture gallery to see Edinburgh streets that locals say can often feel dangerous after dark – and please tell us your own thoughts in the comments section before you go. 1 . Edinburgh's 15 most 'dangerous' streets after dark - gallery Take a look through our gallery to see Edinburgh's 15 most 'dangerous' streets after dark, according to locals. Photo: Pixabay Photo: Pixabay Photo Sales 2 . Niddrie Mains Road We asked our readers which streets in Edinburgh they feel unsafe walking in at night - and Niddrie Mains Road was named among them. Photo: Google Street View Photo Sales 3 . South Bridge We asked our readers which streets in Edinburgh they feel unsafe walking in at night - and South Bridge was named among them. Photo: Google Street View Photo Sales 4 . The Meadows We asked our readers which streets in Edinburgh they feel unsafe walking in at night - and The Meadows, while not a street as such, was named among them. Photo: Google Street View Photo Sales Related topics: EdinburghPoliceNeighbours
USA Today
6 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Elite four-star wide receiver prospect makes visit to LSU
Elite four-star wide receiver prospect makes visit to LSU Elite 2027 wide receiver recruit Monshun Sales visited LSU, marking a second trip to Baton Rouge for the four-star pass catcher. The Indiana prospect earned offers from a plethora of Power Four programs, including Tennessee, Alabama, and Ole Miss. Hailing from the Midwest, Sales also received offers from multiple Big Ten schools. According to On3's Industry Rankings, Sales ranks as the top prospect out of Indiana, No. 3 at his position, and 18 nationally. At six-foot-three and 180 pounds, Sales possesses the basic measurables needed to stand out on the recruiting trail. Under Brian Kelly, LSU makes its money cleaning up on the Louisiana recruiting trail, but the staff finds success recruiting on a national level, too. Kelly spent years coaching in the Midwest, which could help with LSU's recruitment of Sales. The Tigers also haven't lost focus on prospects in their backyard as two of the 2027 class's top-20 prospects, Louisiana natives Elijah Haven and Ahmad Hudson, are projected to stay home. LSU's 2026 class is already loaded at wide receiver. The Tigers have a commitment from five-star Tristen Keys, the No. 1 wide receiver in the country. Louisiana products Kenny Darby and Jabari Mack are also on board. LSU will look to stay hot recruiting wide receivers in 2027 in its pursuit of Sales.
Hospitality Net
7 days ago
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Commercial Alignment: The Buzzword We Throw Around When We Don't Want to Talk to Each Other
Let's call it out: Every time a hotel says, 'We need better commercial alignment,' what they really mean is: 'We don't talk to each other, and it's getting awkward.' Sales is over here chasing volume. Marketing is launching a 'Weekday Rekindle Romance' campaign during corporate travel season. Revenue is busy pushing rate caps like it's a game of Tetris. And the GM just wants to know why the forecast is off again. It's not alignment. It's a noisy open office with competing KPIs and passive-aggressive Slack messages. What's Really Going On? 'Commercial alignment' sounds strategic. But underneath, it's usually this: Everyone has different goals. No one understands what the other department actually does. And half the team thinks RevPAR is a skin condition. Add in silos, ego, and a love of Excel… and we're basically trying to win a relay race where everyone's running in a different direction. The Three-Language Problem Here's the biggest issue: We're not aligned because we're not even speaking the same language. Revenue speaks in demand, compression, pickup, pace. Sales speaks in leads, contracts, and 'we'll lose the client.' Marketing speaks in engagement, funnels, and some metaphysical concept of brand tone. No wonder nothing clicks. We're basically trying to negotiate peace with Google Translate and a blindfold. What Real Alignment Looks Like It's not 'let's sit in more meetings.' It's: Shared KPIs - One scoreboard. Not three. - One scoreboard. Not three. Mutual Respect - Assume everyone's trying to win, not sabotage. - Assume everyone's trying to win, not sabotage. Clear Communication - No jargon Olympics. Just clarity. - No jargon Olympics. Just clarity. U nified Roadmap - One calendar. One vision. One battle plan. And most importantly: Make decisions together. Because if you're not in the room when pricing, campaigns, or offers are then you'll be outside it when results crash. Final Sip of Real Talk Commercial alignment isn't a deck. It's not a workshop. It's daily effort. Conversations. Trade-offs. And shared wins. Love, Fabi View source
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Conmen cheat people of ₹25 lakh using fake letters of Union minister and former President
Two Chennai-based men cheated people out of ₹25 lakh by posing as officials appointed by a Union minister to a fake anti-corruption group, according to a CBI chargesheet filed in a local court. The accused, Reningston Sales and Vincent Raju, allegedly created a fake organisation named the 'Anti Corruption and Anti Crime (ACAC) Wing' and duped victims by claiming to be its senior office bearers. To lend a semblance of credibility to their plan, the accused duo set up fake offices in Chennai and gave a non-existent address of Paharganj in the national capital as the 'head office.' They also allegedly fabricated official-looking paraphernalia – including letterheads bearing the national emblem, rubber stamps, ID cards, and visiting cards of high-profile government functionaries. A forged letter dated June 10, 2017, shows Union minister of state personnel Jitendra Singh notifying all state chief secretaries of the appointment of retired chief justice of India RM Lodha as the president of their dubious organisation. The accused also prepared a forged email ID – ' which they allegedly used to convince the targeted victims. CBI claimed that it got confirmation from Google that the fake email ID was linked to their IP address, and one of their phone numbers was provided as the recovery number. Sales and Raju also allegedly forged another letter dated May 11, 2018. It claimed that the then President of India Ram Nath Kovind congratulated Justice Lodha congratulating him for accepting the position of 'National President' of ACAC Wing of India. According to CBI, the accused collected money from gullible victims by promising them to offer positions at various zonal and state offices of their fake organisation. The name of the union minister and former President of India was used to convince targets that their organisation was a legitimate one. Around ₹25 lakh was collected using this modus operandi and deposited in a current account in the Indian Bank in the name of the ACAC Wing of India. The account was opened in the Indian Bank by using a forged resolution of the organisation, the CBI alleged. The accused duo, Sales and Raju, got anticipatory bail from the Delhi High Court, and now they have been summoned by the Special CBI court, which has taken cognisance of the charges against them.
TECHx
26-05-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Huawei Backs SMEs With ICT Infrastructure in Uzbekistan
Home » Tech Value Chain » Global Brands » Huawei Backs SMEs With ICT Infrastructure in Uzbekistan Huawei, a global provider of ICT infrastructure and smart devices, announced its continued support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the region. The company reinforced this commitment during an exclusive Commercial Business Roundtable in Uzbekistan. The event was part of the Huawei Tech Carnival 2025 in Tashkent. It gathered C-level executives, industry leaders, and Huawei's global management to discuss digital transformation strategies. Huawei revealed its focus on future-proof and simplified ICT infrastructure tailored for SMEs. Peter Zhang, Director of the Commercial Business Department, Enterprise Sales at Huawei, reported that the company aims to build deep partnerships and industry-specific strategies. He emphasized Huawei's role in shaping the commercial market's digital future. The roundtable featured detailed presentations on Huawei MECA Commercial Business's 2024 milestones and its 2025 roadmap. Top executives from both the MECA Region and Huawei Global shared strategic insights. Members of the Huawei Elite Club shared real-world success stories. These cases showed how implementing ICT infrastructure boosted operational efficiency and growth. Experts at the event also discussed key digital transformation challenges for SMEs. Open sessions enabled commercial partners to collaborate and share knowledge. Huawei also showcased its SME-focused solutions at the Commercial booth during the Tech Carnival. The company highlighted: Scalable and future-ready ICT infrastructure Easy deployment and reduced IT complexity for SMEs The solutions are designed to support industries such as education, healthcare, hospitality, retail, and manufacturing. Huawei stated that its offerings meet specific industry needs and allow for sustainable digital growth. Osama M Henein, Managing Director at OHI, reported that the event offered valuable insights for navigating digital change. He noted Huawei's strategic direction and sector-focused approach as key to solving real-world challenges. The event also highlighted success stories from regional partners. These stories demonstrated how Huawei's ICT infrastructure accelerated growth and improved customer experience. Huawei's commercial business division continues to expand across the Middle East and Central Asia. The company reported active operations in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Gulf North, Pakistan, Iraq, Oman, Levant, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Mongolia, Armenia, and Georgia. The Commercial Business Roundtable marked another milestone in Huawei's mission to make advanced ICT infrastructure accessible to businesses of all sizes. Huawei concluded that effective digital transformation requires more than technology. It demands strong partnerships, deep expertise, and long-term support.
