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BBC News
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'A joyous occasion' - fans react to trophy lift
We asked for your views on and pictures after Liverpool finished their season with a home draw against Crystal Palace and lifted the Premier League trophy at are some of your pictures and comments:Eugene: Back where we belong. Champions. Well done, boys. Glad TAA played. Last time. Klippity Klopp was there. Great The PL belongs to us. Honestly and fairly, we didn't give it the finish it should have deserved and the fans deserve but we have won the jackpot and hopefully that gives us more grit and hunger to carry on to next season. Well done to all the players and fans for quite the season. Let's make sure we take what we have learned and go and get more silverware. Karl: Well done. Head and shoulders above the opposition. Dominated the league. The team will be stronger next season with better full-backs and even more creativity up top. Can't wait!Mia: Liverpool have had the greatest season - they deserve this so much and it is such an achievement for them. As well, Klopp - our best manager - has returned home for our achievement. Well done, Liverpool. Forever Red. Ben: This is what dreams are all about. Before the season started, very few people would have realistically thought that the title would be going to Anfield but, as soon as City lost Rodri for the season and began to falter, Liverpool took full advantage and that is why they have lifted the Anytime Liverpool win the league it's a joyous occasion. Being able to share it with fans IN THE STADIUM is more than wonderful. Winners always want more, so I hope with the incoming signings that Slot's vision bears fruit. If Klopp was Shankly, Slot is Paisley so trophies galore is the minimum for the coming years.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Berlin company, owner reach $300K civil agreement with U.S.
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — A Berlin-based company and its owner have entered into a $300,000 civil settlement agreement with the United States to resolve allegations that they failed to comply with the requirements of the Buy American Act (BAA) and the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) by selling foreign end products to several government procuring agencies, including by shipping products directly from China to a procuring agency, in violation of the False Claims Act. In 2013, LED Lighting Solutions, LLC and its owner, Thomas DeSantos entered into a Multiple Award Schedule contract (MAS) with the General Services Administration (GSA) to supply LED lights and lighting products, which required compliance with the TAA. 5 CT residents indicted for fraud over business loans The TAA generally bars government procurements of end products from foreign countries that have not entered into trade agreements with the U.S. The BAA creates a preference for the government to acquire domestic end products. Before entering into the GSA MAS contract, LED Lighting Solutions provided GSA with a 'letter of supply' attesting to its supplier's compliance with the TAA. LED Lighting Solutions certified compliance with the TAA and failed to identify any foreign end products on its product list each year. The Air Force, Coast Guard, GSA, Department of State, and USDA each ordered products off of LED Lighting Solutions' GSA MAS contract. The government contends that LED Lighting Solutions and DeSantos falsely certified that they were providing these agencies with TAA-compliant end products under seven contracts/delivery orders when, in fact, some of the end products were manufactured in China, which has not entered into a trade agreement with the U.S. This included at least one contract for which LED Lighting Solutions and DeSantos arranged to have products shipped directly from China to the procuring agency. LED Lighting Solutions also entered into eight contracts/delivery orders with the Air Force, Army, and FEMA, which required compliance with the BAA. The government contends that LED Lighting Solutions and DeSantos falsely certified that they were providing these procuring agencies with domestic end products when, in fact, some of the products were foreign end products. In addition to making payment under the civil settlement agreement, LED Lighting also agreed to withdraw, with prejudice, two appeals pending before the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA) for termination of an Army contract for which LED Lighting Solutions supplied foreign end products in violation of the BAA and the False Claims Act. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
African Manager
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- African Manager
Automotive Industry: TAA and CCITF forge strategic partnership
A strategic partnership agreement to develop the automotive sector in Tunisia was signed in Tunis by the Tunisian-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCITF) and the Tunisian Automotive Association (TAA). This partnership reflects a mutual commitment to fostering stronger ties between Tunisian and French stakeholders in the automotive industry by leveraging the synergies and strengths of both organizations. The agreement focuses on several strategic areas, including promoting the strengths of the Tunisian automotive industry to French companies and facilitating trade and investment opportunities. The agreement also aims to encourage cooperation and technology transfer, as well as the joint organization of events to stimulate trade and partnerships. The agreement was signed by CCITF President Khalil Chaibi and TAA President Myriam Elloumi at a conference entitled 'The automotive sector in the face of global change: challenges, opportunities and prospects.' It also aims to promote Tunisian participation in the Equip Auto Paris motor show, which will take place in Paris from 14 to 18 October 2025. On this occasion, Chaibi reiterated the four pillars on which the agreement is based, adding that it would facilitate the development of cooperation projects, particularly in the fields of innovation, research and development (R&D), and technology transfer. He stated that this partnership would raise Tunisia's profile as a competitive industrial hub with high added value in the region. There are more than 280 companies in Tunisia. According to Imed Charfeddine, vice-president of the TAA, the Tunisian automotive industry currently comprises over 280 companies operating in various sub-sectors. Seventy per cent of these are located in the north-east zone and are involved in areas such as electrical wiring, software engineering, textiles and renovation. He added that 67% of these companies operate exclusively in international markets, with Germany being the main destination for 37% of total exports, followed by France (21%), Romania (12%), and Italy (11%). The sector employs one hundred thousand people and has seen remarkable growth of 126% since 2000. In 2024, it accounted for 7% of industrial added value and 4% of GDP. It should be noted that the TAA and the CCITF have defined mutual commitments to ensure the effective implementation of this partnership. The two organizations are committed to pooling their networks, expertise and resources to achieve the set objectives. The Tunisian Automotive Association (TAA) is a not-for-profit trade association established in February 2016 by stakeholders in the Tunisian automotive components industry. Its aims are to promote exchanges, collaboration and synergy between companies in the automotive industry, and to support the Tunisian authorities in developing and promoting the sector in Tunisia.
Business Wire
14-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Laser Photonics and CMS Laser Advance Tablet Drilling Technology for High-Volume Pharmaceutical Production
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Laser Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: LASE) ('LPC'), a leading global developer of industrial laser systems for cleaning and other material processing applications, and its subsidiary, Control Micro Systems, Inc. ('CMS Laser'), highlight their offerings in tablet laser drilling technology, reinforcing their status as a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry. "CMS Laser offers superior technologies for high-volume pill production. Their tablet drilling, marking, and R&D systems are designed to solve industry-specific challenges, enabling pharmaceutical leaders to deliver complex medications with confidence." Share The TD-140, TD-70, TD-10, and TD-R&D systems address a wide range of pharmaceutical needs, from high-volume tablet drilling and marking to research and development. Designed and built at CMS Laser's advanced laser lab and machine shop in Winter Park, Florida, these systems create precise time-release profiles and ensure robust quality control, empowering drug manufacturers to meet the demands of a dynamic market. John Armstrong, the Executive Vice President of LPC, said: 'CMS Laser holds a significant market position in the pharmaceutical industry, offering superior technologies for high-volume pill production. This lineup of tablet drilling, marking, and R&D systems is designed specifically to solve industry-specific challenges, enabling pharmaceutical leaders to deliver complex medications with confidence.' CMS Laser's technology delivers key advantages: Enhanced Drug Delivery: Precise laser drilling supports controlled API time-release, improving patient outcomes. Anti-Counterfeit Protection: Unique tablet markings safeguard brands and patients. FDA Compliance: Systems adhere to CFR-21 Part 11 standards. U.S.-Based Manufacturing: CMS Laser provides solutions with components sourced in accordance with TAA and the Buy American Act. Post-Sale Support: CMS Laser is easy to reach for support, training, and installation services. Operational Efficiency: Laser-based solutions optimize production. With a legacy of serving industry giants and a strong base of repeat clients, CMS Laser, a Laser Photonics company, continues to set standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing. This aligns perfectly with LPC's broader diversification strategy, aimed at enhancing shareholder value and building resilience in dynamic markets. About Laser Photonics Corporation Laser Photonics is a vertically integrated manufacturer and R&D Center of Excellence for industrial laser technologies and systems. Laser Photonics seeks to disrupt the $46 billion, centuries-old sand and abrasives blasting markets, focusing on surface cleaning, rust removal, corrosion control, de-painting and other laser-based industrial applications. Laser Photonics' new generation of leading-edge laser blasting technologies and equipment also addresses the numerous health, safety, environmental and regulatory issues associated with old methods. As a result, Laser Photonics quickly gained a reputation as an industry leader in industrial laser systems with a brand that stands for quality, technology and product innovation. Currently, world-renowned and Fortune 1000 manufacturers in the aviation, automotive, defense, energy, maritime, nuclear and space industries are using Laser Photonics' 'unique-to-industry' systems. For more information, visit About CMS Laser Control Micro Systems (CMS Laser), is a 40-year U.S. pioneer in software controls development for laser machines. Today, the company produces turnkey laser material processing systems for marking, cutting, drilling, welding, cleaning and more. Its cutting-edge laser systems are expertly engineered for high-precision applications in a wide range of industries and tailored to each client's unique manufacturing needs. CMS Laser specializes in developing laser systems for a wide range of industries. It also counts several top 20 global life sciences companies among their customers. For more information, visit Control Micro Systems, Inc., a Laser Photonics company. Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended), including statements regarding the Company's plans, prospects, potential results and use of proceeds. These statements are based on current expectations as of the date of this press release and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, which may cause results and uses of proceeds to differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements. These risks include, without limitation, those described under the caption 'Risk Factors' in the Registration Statement. Any reader of this press release is cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release except as required by applicable laws or regulations.
The Irish Sun
13-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Liverpool set to play hardball with Real Madrid over Alexander-Arnold transfer – as squad treat star to Dubai leaving do
LIVERPOOL are ready to play hardball with Real Madrid over Trent Alexander-Arnold. The LaLiga giants are hoping to persuade the Reds to let Advertisement 1 Liverpool are currently not willing to let Trent Alexander-Arnold leave before the Club World Cup Credit: PA But Anfield chiefs are in no mood to make life easy for Real. They are unhappy how Shortly after rumours emerged that the Spanish side were trying to sign him in January, the right-back put in a terrible performance in So Advertisement READ MORE TRANSFER NEWS He is currently with the squad in Dubai on something of a leaving do. Some feel Liverpool might benefit next season if as many Their first game is on June 18 in Miami. But unless Real improve their offer, the Reds are prepared to make the player and his new club wait. Advertisement Most read in Football Latest CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Meanwhile, the Merseysiders have made a decisive move to replace TAA by The Holland wing-back, 24, is also a target for But he is thought to be keen on a move to Anfield to play under fellow Dutchman Advertisement Jamie Carragher 'shocked' by Alexander-Arnold boos as he admits 'most Liverpool players want to play for Real Madrid'
