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Debris Cleanup Underway in Falmouth After Wind Turbine Blade Failure

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Debris Cleanup Underway in Falmouth After Wind Turbine Blade Failure

FALMOUTH – Fallout from the Vineyard Wind turbine blade failure continues across the Cape and Islands. Falmouth has reported what town officials believe to be debris in the water and on the beach at Black Beach, Chapoquoit Beach, Woodneck Beach, and Old Silver Beach.

The Town says it’s actively monitoring the situation and taking action to remove debris that washes ashore, protect public safety, and hold Vineyard Wind responsible for the cost of cleanup.

Vineyard Wind is sending cleanup crews to remove the debris from the water and the beach.

PSG Launches New Academy in Casablanca, Morocco – Enhancing Youth Training Opportunities

Ishan Joshi
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PSG Launches New Academy in Casablanca, Morocco – Enhancing Youth Training Opportunities

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has announced plans to launch a new football academy in Casablanca, Morocco, set to open its doors in September 2024.

The PSG Academy in Casablanca aims to bring the club’s renowned training methodology to young Moroccan footballers, further strengthening the sporting ties between PSG and Morocco.

The academy will be located in Tamaris and will feature a full-size 11-a-side pitch, as well as smaller 5-a-side, 7-a-side, and 9-a-side pitches.

The state-of-the-art facility will cater to boys and girls aged 4 to 18, offering top-quality training and amenities such as a café and three padel courts.

The project’s local development will be led by Daoud Boulanger, an experienced French trainer with a strong background in Moroccan football.

Boulanger, who has worked as a UEFA and CAF instructor and has held positions at various clubs, expressed his enthusiasm for the project.

In an official statement, he stated, It is a great honor to offer a project of this quality to Moroccan youth.

Sharing the culture of French training with these young football enthusiasts is a source of immense pride, he added.

PSG’s decision to establish an academy in Casablanca is driven by the club’s significant fan base in Morocco and the wider region.

With 4.9 million Moroccan followers on social media and the presence of star defender Achraf Hakimi, the country ranks as PSG’s 10th largest supporter base.

Nadia Benmokhtar, Head of Brand Development at PSG, emphasized the club’s commitment to youth training excellence.

We are incredibly proud to expand PSG Academy to Morocco. This initiative underscores our commitment to youth training excellence, she said.

It allows us to connect more closely with our passionate supporters in this football-loving country, offering them an unforgettable experience aligned with their enthusiasm for PSG.

Looking to the future, PSG Academy plans to expand its presence in Morocco, potentially opening additional centers or programs to establish the club as a leading force in youth development on a global scale.

Cuban Wrestler Mijaín López Makes Olympic History with 5th Consecutive Gold Win

Ishan Joshi
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PARIS — A Cuban wrestler made Olympic history Tuesday and perhaps put himself in the conversation as one of the greatest Olympic athletes ever.

Mijaín López became the first Summer Olympian in any sport to win five consecutive gold medals in the same event, a masterful feat of longevity and dominance that he reached by defeating Chile’s Yasmani Acosta, 6-0, in the 130-kilogram final in Greco-Roman wrestling at Champ-de-Mars Arena.

When it was over, López picked up his coaches in a pair of bear hugs before walking to the center of the mat and untying his shoes. In the international symbol for a wrestler’s retirement, he removed his shoes, left them on the mat and walked away.

We need to make some space for those who are coming (into the sport), López had said a day earlier, foreshadowing the move. Wrestling for me has been the love of my life, for all of my life.

Nicknamed El Terrible for his imposing figure and sheer dominance, López won his first Olympic gold medal at the 2008 Games in Beijing, when he was 25 years old. He won his fifth just a few weeks shy of his 42nd birthday.

Believe it or not, he did not compete at all between his previous march to gold at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and this one.

He has been here for many years, so it is very important to conserve his body, his coach Raul Trujillo told The Guardian.

As he circled the mat after his victory, López held one hand above his head in a triumphant fist and used the other to cradle Trujillo, who was in tears.

It’s been a sacrifice for a career lasting so many years, he told reporters Monday. And it’s beautiful for the next generations so that they have something to aspire to.

While many athletes have won five gold medals at the Summer Olympics, they have all needed to participate in multiple events to do so. None have dominated one event like López.

His mark, however, might prove to be short-lived. American swimmer Katie Ledecky could match López’s feat with gold in the 800-meter freestyle at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

Far-Right Protests and Looting Hit UK Retailers Amid Rising Unrest

Emily Johnson
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Several high-street retailers have fallen victim to far-right, anti-immigrant protests and widespread looting, which have been spreading across Britain over the past week. The nationwide unrest began last week in Southport, Lancashire, after the fatal stabbings of three girls attending a dance class. It escalated following misinformation on social media about the identity of the perpetrator. The worst outbreaks of violence have been in Belfast, Plymouth, and Birmingham. Nearly 400 people have been arrested.

On Tuesday morning, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government would take all necessary action to bring the ongoing riots to an end. We need to be calling it out for what it is. It is not protest. It is violent disorder and needs to be treated as such.

The riots have been affecting retailers, too. A Lush store in Hull, a port city on the northeast coast, was ransacked on Saturday. In another post, a picture showed two women, presumably in their mid-20s, laughing outside the store, one with a basket full of cosmetic products and the other holding several pairs of Crocs. High-street fixtures such as Greggs bakery; Iceland, the frozen food store; Sainsbury’s supermarket; Shoezone, and optical store Specsavers, fell victim as well.

Helen Dickinson, the chief executive officer of British Consortium, said many retail workers have been heading to work fearing their stores, and their safety, could be compromised by the looting and vandalism. Dickinson emphasized that the full force of the law should be brought to bear on those individuals who are committing criminal damage and theft against retailers and their communities.

At the BRC, we’re taking steps to support our members, providing a forum for retailers to discuss how to keep teams safe, protect businesses and communicate with customers. We’re also engaging with the police in order to provide information and advice to retailers, she said.

Rare Perseids Meteor Shower 2024: Don’t Miss Tears of St. Lawrence Spectacle

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Rare Perseids Meteor Shower 2024: Don’t Miss Tears of St. Lawrence Spectacle

This weekend, skywatchers around the world will have the opportunity to witness a stunning natural phenomenon known as the Perseid Meteor Shower. This annual event, also referred to as The Tears of St. Lawrence, occurs when the Earth passes through the remnants of Comet Swift-Tuttle. The meteor shower is expected to peak on the nights of August 11, 12, and 13, with the best visibility on August 12. During this time, observers may see up to 100 shooting stars per hour without the need for any special equipment. To fully enjoy the Perseids, it is recommended to find a dark, low-pollution location away from city lights, such as rural areas or beaches. Mark your calendars and look up to the sky for this breathtaking celestial display.

Wonil Hotel Perth Partners with Forrest Research Foundation at UWA, Australia

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Wonil Hotel Perth Partners with Forrest Research Foundation at UWA, Australia

The Wonil Hotel, Perth, gives living on campus a whole new meaning. Opened last year, the hotel is on the University of Western Australia (UWA) Crawley grounds – perhaps with one of the more soothing outlooks along the banks of the Swan River, less about books and more about relaxing nooks. The understated boutique hotel is the first in Australia under Accor’s new Handwritten Collection brand, with a business model that puts the betterment of the local community at the forefront. The hotel invests in the Forrest Research Foundation (FRF), which supports current and prospective scholars and fellows at the state’s five universities.

France and Morocco Strengthen Strategic Partnership: Fresh Diplomatic Developments

Riya Patel
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France and Morocco Strengthen Strategic Partnership: Fresh Diplomatic Developments

France and Morocco have embarked on a diplomatic journey to strengthen their strategic partnership, with high-level visits and discussions taking place since October 2023.

Marrakech – Ambassador Samira Sitaïl, Morocco’s representative in France, held talks yesterday with French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin, signaling the two countries’ commitment to consolidating their warming relations.

The meeting focused on strengthening security cooperation and exploring avenues to further bolster bilateral relations between the two nations, according to a statement released by the Moroccan embassy in Paris on the social media platform X.

This constructive exchange comes on the heels of France’s recent official recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara.

In a letter addressed to King Mohammed VI on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of his ascension to the throne, French President Emmanuel Macron expressed France’s unequivocal support for Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed territory.

Macron reiterated that France’s stance remains consistent and unwavering, aligning with the Autonomy Plan proposed by Morocco in 2007, which he described as the only basis for a political, fair, sustainable, and negotiated solution, in accordance with United Nations Security Council resolutions.

Ambassador Sitaïl, in an interview with French media outlet Europe 1-CNews last week, expressed her satisfaction with France’s endorsement of Morocco’s Autonomy Plan.

She emphasized that this development was the result of a lengthy process of discussions that began in October 2023 when she was appointed ambassador to France.

We checked all the necessary boxes, starting with trust, and put a number of topics on the table to renovate our partnership and make it something exceptional, Sitaïl stated.

The ambassador’s meeting with Darmanin follows a series of visits by high-ranking French officials to Morocco in recent months, primarily in April, as part of France’s commitment to mending bilateral ties with its strategic North African ally.

These visits included a trip by French Foreign Affairs Minister Stéphane Séjourné, who stressed the importance of repairing relations and signaled France’s readiness to address the Western Sahara question more directly.

Another notable visit was by French Delegate Minister for Foreign Trade, Franck Riester, who announced the French Development Agency’s interest in financing development projects in the region.

Darmanin’s visit to Morocco, which took place in the same month, aimed to discuss a broad range of topics, including bilateral security cooperation.

During his stay, he met with his Moroccan counterpart, Abdelouafi Laftit, and the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Taoufiq.

The two countries were expected to discuss joint efforts against organized crime, terrorism, drug trafficking, irregular migration, and human trafficking.

Malaysia’s Drone Tech Founders on Pivoting to Data Innovation

Neha Sharma
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Malaysia’s Drone Tech Founders on Pivoting to Data Innovation

The buzz around dronetech is growing, and two Malaysian startups are leading the charge to put the country on the global map as a powerhouse in this field. Aerodyne and Aonic, represented by their founders Kamarulazman Muhamed and Jin Xi Cheong, shared insights into their journey and pivot towards data-centric solutions during the recent Tech in Asia conference in KL. Both companies have transitioned from being drone service providers to data companies, highlighting the importance of leveraging drone data and AI-powered analytics. With ambitious plans for expansion and innovation, these startups are poised to drive Malaysia’s presence in the dronetech industry to new heights.

New £70M Derby Business School Set to Transform City: Opening Spring 2023, UK

Kavya Kapoor
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A new landmark building and reportedly £70 million education centre for Derby city centre is taking shape with its owners saying it will soon open up a whole world of possibilities. Construction work is gathering pace at the new Derby Business School, which will be owned and run by the University of Derby.

The new flagship business school is located on the corner of Agard Street and Ford Street and is set to open for the first time in spring next year. It is set to be the study base for more than 6,000 students by 2030.

The Derby Business School will be the first net-zero business school outside of London and forms part of the University of Derby’s wider promise to sustainably support entrepreneurial growth and business connectivity in the city. It will include a virtual reality suite, a stock market trading room and creative labs. In addition, it will be used as a living lab for research projects from across the university and industry.

The university says the new complex will feature superb new teaching facilities which will build on our established reputation for inspirational teaching and research excellence, as we shape the next generation of highly qualified business leaders.

Working in collaboration with industry leaders including Rolls-Royce, Alstom, Toyota and the NHS, the university says it is setting a blueprint for how universities can work effectively and meaningfully with industry for the benefit of students and the wider city.

Planning permission for the new building was granted by Derby City Council in May 2022 with the council stating its creation had a myriad of public benefits.

Kamil Omoteso, pro vice-chancellor and dean of the university’s college of business, law and social sciences, said: The Derby Business School will open up a whole world of possibilities and enables us collectively to make a positive impact on society.

The next 10 years will see a significant rise in the number of UK and international students attending universities like Derby and our new suite of programmes in Artificial Intelligence and areas including digital marketing and global logistics are designed to provide a future workforce with relevant skills.

The University of Derby is a civic university, meaning that there is a responsibility to deliver economic, social, cultural, educational and environmental prosperity to the region.

Arizona’s 3rd Congressional District Race Triggers Automatic Recount bufio, US

Siddharth Mehta
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The race for the Democratic nomination in Arizona’s 3rd Congressional District was further shortened on Monday, making it too close to predict and triggering an automatic recount.

The precinct is in Maricopa County, which finished counting ballots Monday. Former Phoenix City Council member Yassamin Ansari led former state lawmaker Raquel Terán by 42 votes, with 42,819 ballots counted — a margin of 0.1 percentage points.

According to the Associated Press news agency, the outcome is too exciting to predict.

Under Arizona law, a recount is triggered when the margin is 0.5 percentage points or less. The recount will begin with a request from Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes to the Maricopa County Superior Court once the count is complete early next week.

The court then set a deadline for counting the votes and announcing the results.

The 3rd District seat, which includes parts of Phoenix, was left open by Rep. Ruben Gallego’s decision to run for U.S. Senate. The district is Democratic, giving whoever wins the primary a favorable chance to win the November race against Republican Jeff Zink.

Ansari, the daughter of Iranian immigrants, previously served as Phoenix’s vice mayor. She resigned from the council in March to focus on the congressional district race.

Terán, who previously served as chair of the Arizona Democratic Party, was serving her first term in the Arizona Senate after being elected in November 2022. She stepped down in April 2023 to focus on her campaign for Congress.

In the swing state of Arizona, the races have already been exciting.

In November 2022 a retell was required in the Arizona Attorney General election after polls showed Democrat Kris Mayes ahead of Republican Abraham Hamadeh by just 511 votes.

The results prompted an automatic recount and a subsequent recount confirmed she had won, but by only 280 votes. The victory, certified by Maricopa County Superior Court, was one of several Democratic victories in the midterm elections in what had once been a predictably Republican state.

Hamadeh challenged the results in court, claiming problems with ballot printers and mishandling of ballots. A judge said he could not prove his arguments.

Hamadeh, one of two Republicans endorsed by Trump last month won the GOP nomination for the November election in a conservative congressional district northwest of Phoenix.

Recounts also took place in two other races in Arizona’s 2022 midterm elections. Republican Tom Horne won the race for state superintendent of education, and Republican Liz Harris won a seat in the legislature in the Phoenix suburbs.

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