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Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Niagara Falls City Council will consider accepting NFR data center application
The Niagara Falls City Council will consider a resolution at its meeting tonight to 'accept as complete' an application filed with city planners by Niagara Falls Redevelopment (NFR) to establish a Negotiated Planned Development District, also known as a Planned Unit District (PUD) for the purpose of developing a proposed $1.5 billion data center campus in the South End. Council members will also be asked to approve taking on the role of 'Lead Agency' in the environmental review of the project. If approved, the resolution would refer NFR's application to the Falls and Niagara County planning boards and the city's Zoning Board of Appeals for further consideration. The first stage of the project, which NFR has dubbed 'Data Center at Niagara Digital Campus PUD,' is projected to occupy the same parcel of 12 to 15 acres of prime South End tourist district land that the city has proposed to use for its Centennial Park project. Control of that land has also been awarded to the city through the courts by an eminent domain proceeding. The city has recently filed a claim that asserts that roughly 5 acres of the disputed land, formerly the 10th Street Park, was never properly transferred to NFR as part of a 2003 settlement of an earlier lawsuit between the Falls and the South End land owner. The resolution specifically states that nothing contained in it 'waives any rights of the city to recover the park property.' NFR has said its data center campus project 'is anticipated to bring 5,600 jobs to Niagara Falls during construction, as well as more than 550 permanent jobs when all phases of the data center are up and running.' NFR's original project application, filed in October, was determined to be incomplete by city planners. At almost 500 pages then, the application called for the Data Center at Niagara Digital Campus to be developed in five phases. The campus would include eight two-story buildings and one one-story building, for a total of 1,232,715 square feet of space. The full development would cover approximately 53 acres of what NFR has described as 'mostly vacant land.' The property would be bounded by John B. Daly Boulevard, Falls Street, 15th Street and Buffalo Avenue. Included in the application is a rezoning request, copies of traffic and noise studies, an environmental and energy impact plan, a full environment assessment form, a verified ownership petition, a survey and legal description, a historical property assessment, and aerial maps showing the placement of the data center and various other key elements of the plan. It was originally filed just over a month after New York's highest court, the Court of Appeals rejected a second appeal by NFR seeking to have its justices weigh in on the legality of the use of eminent domain to take NFR's land, described as 907 Falls St. and an adjacent portion of property along John Daly Memorial Parkway, for the proposed Centennial Park project. After the appeals court ruling, Mayor Robert Restaino said the city would move forward with 'a valuation and acquisition' of the property where NFR wants to build its first proposed data center building. The city council is weighing an appraised bid on the property of more than $4 million.
The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
Wasco launches UAE fabrication yard, supporting rising modular infrastructure needs
KUALA LUMPUR: Wasco Energy, the energy services division of Bursa Malaysia-listed Wasco Berhad, has launched a new fabrication yard in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Wasco Energy chief executive officer Shan Karupiah said the new facility, covering 25,000 square metres, boosts Wasco's engineering and fabrication capabilities to support energy and industrial infrastructure projects in the Middle East and beyond. With an annual production capacity of 10,000 tonnes, the yard is equipped to produce process modules, Pre-Assembled Unit/Pre-Assembled Rack (PAU/PAR) units, gas compressor packages, substations and E-Houses for both onshore and offshore use. Shan said the facility, which is located near one of the world's busiest ports, allows Wasco to carry out high-volume modular projects more efficiently and quickly. 'This expansion is not just about scaling capacity; it's about positioning Wasco closer to our clients and the region's dynamic energy ecosystem. With this new UAE facility, we are better equipped to deliver high-quality, customised and modular solutions with speed, precision and engineering depth,' he said in a statement today. He said the UAE yard complements Wasco's existing fabrication hubs in Batam, Indonesia, and Telok Panglima Garang in Selangor, and pipe coating plants in Qatar, Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Tanzania - reinforcing the group's global infrastructure delivery network. Aligned with the UAE's In-Country Value (ICV) programme, the new yard also advances local industrial development by promoting domestic content and strengthening regional supply chains. 'Our expanding global footprint underscores Wasco's commitment to executional excellence. This strategic expansion enhances our ability to service both regional and global projects with tailored engineering solutions that address the complex demands of today's energy landscape,' he added. Wasco also extended its appreciation to DP World GCC chief operating officer (Parks & Zones) Abdulla Al Hashmi, JAFZA Sales vice president Ebtesam Alkaabi and JAFZA Sales director Saoud AlAwadhi for their support in establishing the facility and commitment to long-term collaboration. Wasco Energy, supported by over 600 in-house engineers worldwide, provides complete modular solutions—from Front-end Engineering Design (FEED) to fabrication and final delivery—using its broad technical expertise. The facility is built to international Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards, incorporating stringent safety protocols and a strong zero-incident culture, the statement added.
The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
Wasco Opens New Fabrication Yard in Dubai's JAFZA
KUALA LUMPUR: Wasco Energy, the energy services division of Bursa Malaysia-listed Wasco Berhad, has launched a new fabrication yard in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Wasco Energy chief executive officer Shan Karupiah said the new facility, covering 25,000 square metres, boosts Wasco's engineering and fabrication capabilities to support energy and industrial infrastructure projects in the Middle East and beyond. With an annual production capacity of 10,000 tonnes, the yard is equipped to produce process modules, Pre-Assembled Unit/Pre-Assembled Rack (PAU/PAR) units, gas compressor packages, substations and E-Houses for both onshore and offshore use. Shan said the facility, which is located near one of the world's busiest ports, allows Wasco to carry out high-volume modular projects more efficiently and quickly. 'This expansion is not just about scaling capacity; it's about positioning Wasco closer to our clients and the region's dynamic energy ecosystem. With this new UAE facility, we are better equipped to deliver high-quality, customised and modular solutions with speed, precision and engineering depth,' he said in a statement today. He said the UAE yard complements Wasco's existing fabrication hubs in Batam, Indonesia, and Telok Panglima Garang in Selangor, and pipe coating plants in Qatar, Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Tanzania - reinforcing the group's global infrastructure delivery network. Aligned with the UAE's In-Country Value (ICV) programme, the new yard also advances local industrial development by promoting domestic content and strengthening regional supply chains. 'Our expanding global footprint underscores Wasco's commitment to executional excellence. This strategic expansion enhances our ability to service both regional and global projects with tailored engineering solutions that address the complex demands of today's energy landscape,' he added. Wasco also extended its appreciation to DP World GCC chief operating officer (Parks & Zones) Abdulla Al Hashmi, JAFZA Sales vice president Ebtesam Alkaabi and JAFZA Sales director Saoud AlAwadhi for their support in establishing the facility and commitment to long-term collaboration. Wasco Energy, supported by over 600 in-house engineers worldwide, provides complete modular solutions—from Front-end Engineering Design (FEED) to fabrication and final delivery—using its broad technical expertise. The facility is built to international Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards, incorporating stringent safety protocols and a strong zero-incident culture, the statement added.
The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- General
- The Herald Scotland
Boy, four, dies and two others injured after pickup trucks crash
Kent Police said it was called to reports of a collision involving two grey Ford Rangers on New Barn Road, Dartford, at around 9.30pm on Sunday. All three victims, who were from the same vehicle, were taken to hospital. Detectives investigating a collision in New Barn Road, Dartford in which a child has died and 2 people were injured have made 2 arrests. An appeal for witnesses has also been made. — Kent Police (UK) (@kent_police) June 3, 2025 The four-year-old boy died at the hospital, while a 24-year-old man remains there in a critical condition, the force said. A one-year-old baby girl also received minor injuries from the incident. Officers arrested a 27-year-old man from Darenth and a 53-year-old man from Swanley in connection with the incident on Monday. Both remain in custody. Anyone with information on the crash, including CCTV or dashcam footage, should contact Kent Police's Major Crime Unit via the Major Incident Public Portal or call the Major Crime Appeal Line on 01622 652006. Independent charity Crimestoppers can also be called anonymously on 0800 555111.
Observer
4 days ago
- Health
- Observer
Hair transplant — The truth and the myth
Believe it or not, there has been a gradual increase in the number of bald people getting their hairline repaired with their own scalp strands, changing the way they look. Depending on their budget, customers opt for treatments within Oman or fly outside to get it done. Doctors say that hair fall and baldness are major concerns. By age 30, about 25 per cent of men start losing their hair, and by the age of 50, this number increases to 50 per cent. 40 per cent of females start losing hair by the age of 40, and it increases with age. However, those who may seem like simpletons wanting to look different also have a valid point - it is all about boosting their confidence. "I got my hair done in Muscat while my friend became 'hairy' from India. The amount spent is more or less the same except for the flights, and we feel more confident than before because we are more accepted to be young ever," a CEO of a private hospital and an airline executive told the Observer. However, with the rise in demand and the increase in the number of such centres, so did the number of low-quality services offered by some. Some people in the field say that there are fake clinics operating without a proper licence. Dr Neema M Ali, MD (PG Dip Cosmetic Medicine), Specialist Dermatologist at Al Manasir Skin Clinic in Al Seeb, says that although a hair transplant is generally considered a safe procedure when done by a qualified and experienced surgeon in a sterile medical setting, the risks associated with it cannot be ruled out if it is done by an inexperienced professional. "Like any medical procedure, it carries some risks, but with proper technique, careful planning, and post-procedure care, it is a highly successful and low-complication treatment for hair loss. The overall complication rate is quite low - well under 5 per cent when done by trained professionals. Most side effects, if any, are mild and temporary. Serious complications are rare, especially with modern techniques like FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction). Proper patient selection and adherence to pre- and post-operative instructions play a big role in minimising risks," she said. Dr Sanjay Dalal, known to be the longest-serving Family Physician in Muscat who presently works for Lama Polyclinic, says that as with any surgical procedure, there are potential risks and complications. "Proper patient selection, surgical technique, and wound care can help minimise risks and maximise success rates. The potential risks and complications are severe pain during the transplant, bleeding and infection, scarring, nerve damage, allergic reaction to anaesthesia, and poor graft survival. Individual health and healing abilities can influence the outcome of a hair transplant," Dr Dalal said. The most widely used method today is FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) due to multiple reasons, including its minimal scarring, faster recovery time, natural-looking results, less post-operative discomfort. For some patients with more extensive hair loss or specific scalp conditions, FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) is considered. Dr Dilip Kumar Singvi, Specialist in Internal Medicine at Burjeel Hospital, refutes many myths regarding hair transplants, such as the belief that hair transplant stops further hair loss. "The fact is, although transplanted hair is resistant to the hormone DHT, which is responsible for hair loss, hair loss can still occur. However, the procedure cannot affect the brain because it only touches the scalp skin, not the brain, so it is safe," Dr Dilip said. Dr Vijay George, Dermatologist at NMC Hospital Al Ghubra, says that it is a wrong belief that hair transplants are a one-time fix and the transplanted hair will never fall out. "Although transplanted hair requires no more maintenance than natural hair, this transplanted hair can still thin or fall out over time due to natural ageing or other factors," said Dr George, adding that like in any surgical procedure, there are risk elements and it should be done under experienced supervision and at a reliable place. BLURB Doctors say that hair fall and baldness are major concerns. By age 30, about 25 per cent of men start losing their hair, and by the age of 50, this number increases to 50 per cent. 40 per cent of females start losing hair by the age of 40, and it increases with age.
