For millennia, the Arctic tundra has helped stabilize global temperatures by storing carbon in the frozen ground. Wildfires have changed that, according to the latest Arctic Report Card released yesterday at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) conference. Fires, intensified by climate change, release carbon trapped in soil and plants. More frequent infernos have now transformed the tundra into a net source of carbon dioxide emissions. It’s a dramatic shift for the Arctic, and one that will make the planet even hotter. “Climate change is not bringing about a new normal. Instead, climate change is bringing ongoing and rapid change,” Twila Moon, lead editor of the Arctic Report Card and deputy lead scientist at the National Snow and Ice Data Center, said at the conference yesterday. “Climate change is not bringing about a new normal.” The Arctic’s permafrost, which stays frozen year-round, has kept planet-heating carbon sequestered for thousands of years. Northern permafrost has been estimated to hold about twice as much carbon as there is in the atmosphere. Tundra describes the Arctic’s tree-less plains, where shrubs, grasses, and mosses grow and take in carbon dioxide through photosynthesis. Plants eventually release that CO2 back into the atmosphere when they decompose or if they burn. And lucky for us, frigid temperatures slow microbial decomposition in the Arctic, keeping that carbon locked in the soil. But greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels have made our planet a hotter place, and the Arctic has been warming nearly four times as fast as the rest of the planet. As a result, permafrost is thawing — waking up the microbes that break down dead plants and releasing previously trapped greenhouse gases. Permafrost temperatures hit record highs across nearly half of the monitoring stations in Alaska in 2024, according to the report card. Wildfires are another growing problem since dead vegetation makes for a great fuel source. Blazes quickly release carbon trapped in plants and soil. Wildfires across areas with permafrost in North America have increased since the middle of the 20th century. Fires are more intense, burn across larger areas, and create more carbon pollution. 2023 was the worst year on record in terms of how much of the Arctic burned. A historically bad wildfire season in Canada led to the release of more than 640 million metric tons of carbon dioxide, an amount larger than any country’s annual carbon pollution with the exception of China, the US, and India. Taking wildfire emissions into account, the Arctic tundra is now releasing more CO2 than it captures. It’s a long-term trend that the researchers expect to continue after crunching data from roughly the past two decades for this report card. The Arctic permafrost region as a whole — which encompasses tundra and forests — has become carbon neutral over the past 20 years, meaning it’s neither absorbing nor releasing excess CO2. The amount of carbon dioxide now leaking from the tundra is small in comparison to the billions of tons of greenhouse gas emissions human activity sends into the atmosphere each year. But it adds to the many ways life in the Arctic is getting harder. Caribou populations have dropped by 65 percent over the last few decades as global warming transforms the landscape to which they’ve adapted, for example. They’ve been documented eating less on hot days, perhaps because they’re trying to stay cool or avoid mosquitoes. And caribou health has cascading impacts on the local people that rely on the herds for food. Some species are finding ways to adjust. Ice seals in Alaska, for example, have started to eat different kinds of fish depending on what’s available and seem to be staying healthy. Understanding how the environment is changing, through research like the Arctic Report Card, might similarly help humans adapt. The report was produced by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) working with 97 scientists from 11 different countries. If not for the vast stores of carbon in the Arctic permafrost, the consequences of climate change would already be much more intense today. And now, the Arctic needs help from other regions of the world that are producing vastly more planet-heating pollution. “While we can hope that many plants and animals will find pathways to adaptation as ice seals have so far, hope is not a pathway for preparation or risk reduction,” Moon said. “With almost all human produced heat trapping emissions created outside of the Arctic, only the strongest actions to reduce these emissions will allow us to minimize risk and damage as much as possible into the future. This is true for the Arctic and the globe.”AstroAI's TC3 Tire Inflator Debuts on Kickstarter After Months of R&D
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Company experts offer predictions across key sectors to help businesses navigate the unexpected MEMPHIS, Tenn. , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of claims management, loss adjusting and technology-enabled business solutions, has published its Forecasting 2025 thought leadership report . In preparing the report, Sedgwick's experts conducted research and engaged with clients for notable insights to forecast trends across key sectors and topics. The content focuses on ensuring organizations are aware of new risks and evolving trends and helping them navigate the unexpected in the year ahead. The Forecasting 2025 thought leadership report highlights trends related to: The future of the workplace: Organizational leaders will need to navigate generational differences, an ever-increasing focus on mental health, and new strategies for talent recruitment, retention and development — while developing efficient support systems to respond in the event of workplace injuries, accidents and other crises. Recalls, regulatory landscape and compliance: Strategies like "mock recalls" will be a priority as leaders focus on maintaining public trust, tailoring communication strategies to broader and more segmented audiences, and maximizing awareness and response in the event of a product recall. Catastrophe planning and disaster recovery: Operational continuity in the event of a disaster will be key in 2025, as business and property owners, company leaders and private citizens anticipate the rising frequency and intensity of droughts, extreme temperatures, flooding and storms. Parametric insurance policies will become more common, as will new building methods and construction strategies amid regulatory and policy changes, technological advancements, and environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. AI and ...: Artificial intelligence and robotics have driven some of the most prominent workplace evolutions over the past few years. In 2025, these and other leading-edge technologies will continue to play a significant role in the way companies promote efficiencies and engage with customers. However, business leaders must be able to keep up with new regulations, understand the associated vulnerabilities and risks, and put a team in place to effectively implement and maintain them. Planning ahead: The world is rapidly changing, becoming more uncertain and volatile every day. Supply chain disruptions, new tariffs, more frequent and sophisticated cyber-attacks and business interruption will greatly impact organizations in 2025. Diversification, rapid response and technology will be critical tools in being as prepared as possible. "2024 was a seismic year across industry sectors as companies navigated the unexpected, and 2025 will be no different," said Kimberly George, Sedgwick's Global Chief Brand Officer . "These predictions serve as a barometer for what's to come, so leaders around the world can prepare accordingly." The trends and predictions in the Forecasting 2025 report will be monitored by Sedgwick's experts throughout the year and serve as part of a larger thought leadership strategy to keep clients and partners informed. With this, Sedgwick will launch a new podcast featuring in-depth conversations with its experts and client partners on a new topic each month. For more on the report insights, visit sedgwick.com . About Sedgwick Sedgwick is a leading global provider of claims management, loss adjusting and technology-enabled business solutions. The company provides a broad range of resources tailored to clients' specific needs in casualty, property, marine, benefits, brand protection and other lines. At Sedgwick, caring counts; through the dedication and expertise of over 33,000 colleagues across 80 countries, the company takes care of people and organizations by mitigating and reducing risks and losses, promoting health and productivity, protecting brand reputations, and containing costs that can impact performance. Sedgwick's majority shareholder is The Carlyle Group; Stone Point Capital LLC, Altas Partners, CDPQ, Onex and other management investors are minority shareholders. For more, see sedgwick.com . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sedgwick-shares-major-trends-in-forecasting-2025-report-302330767.html SOURCE Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.
Haivision to Announce Results for the Fourth Quarter and Full Year Ended October 31, 2024Preserving Black History Has Never Been More VitalISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 26th Nov, 2024) Minister for Planning and Development on Monday said that Tehreek e Insaf ( ), is playing political tactics to gain personal interest. PTI had been involved in attacking security institutions on 9, he said while talking to a private channel. Ali Amin Gandapur is utilizing official resources of Khyber Pakhtunkhawa for creating trouble in the Center, he said. The law enforcement institutions are fully to take action against any violators, he warned. In reply to a question about dialogue with , he said the always tried to hold talks with leaders but they refused to go forward. We never closed the doors for dialogue but leaders didn’t show any sincerity for talks, he said. To another question about release of the founder of , he said founder is facing charges including 9 , and the courts will decide the cases of . He said that will not allow to spread unrest through public rallies or halt activity by arranging demonstration anywhere. Commenting on rule in , he said the has failed to resolve the people's problems and constitutional options are available to address genuine issues of the province. We want to make a modern economic state and for this, no hindrance would be tolerated at any , he stated.
Avs out to keep rolling as Panthers try to get on trackIf there's one thing everyone who celebrates Christmas knows, it's that Santa Claus is coming to town. The jolly gift giver is flying around the world, delivering presents to one and all. Now, thanks to the power of technology , we can track Santa's every move and know where he is at all times. In fact, there are two popular services designed to help you keep tabs on jolly ol' St. Nick — Norad and Google . Today, we'll give you a quick rundown of how to use both Santa trackers so you can know where he is at any time. What is a Santa tracker Santa Claus trackers are nothing new — they've been around since long before the internet with call-in hotlines. Now, thanks to the power of the World Wide Web, tracking Santa Claus as he flies around the globe has become even easier. Norad is still an option for tracking Santa online, though it has been doing it since 1958. In 2004, Google rolled out its own tracker, giving everyone two primary choices for their Santa-tracking needs. How to track Santa with Norad How to Use Google's Santa tracker Which Santa tracker is better? Which Santa tracker you use will come down to personal preference. While Norad has the longevity of being the original Santa tracker, Google offers a lot more style and other entertaining elements. I think it's better to use both trackers. After all, the more information you have about Santa's whereabouts, the more prepared you can be for his arrival at your home. Since both are free, there's no reason not to maximize your knowledge. However, if I had to choose one for some reason, I'd lean towards Google's offering just because I prefer the aesthetic, and the extra games and videos create a more festive atmosphere.
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The Seattle Seahawks placed leading rusher Kenneth Walker III on injured reserve due to an ankle injury and signed George Holani off the practice squad on Thursday afternoon. Walker had been ruled out earlier in the day ahead of Thursday's game against the host Chicago Bears. He returned from a two-game absence due to an ailing calf on Sunday before injuring his ankle in the Seahawks' 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Zach Charbonnet is set to shoulder the load in the backfield for the Seahawks (8-7), who have lost two in a row heading into Thursday's game against the Bears (4-11). Seattle is in a must-win situation. Even if the Seahawks can top Chicago and beat the Los Angeles Rams in Week 18, they still might miss out on the postseason because of the strength-of-victory tiebreaker. Walker, 24, leads Seattle in carries (153) and rushing yards (573) to go along with seven rushing touchdowns. Charbonnet, 23, has a team-best eight rushing touchdowns to go along with 106 carries for 453 yards. Holani, who turned 25 on Dec. 16, has three carries for 10 yards in three games this season. He is an undrafted rookie out of Boise State. The Seahawks also ruled out tight end Brady Russell (foot) and safety K'Von Wallace (ankle) for Thursday's game. Cornerback Artie Burns was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster for the contest. The Bears will be without defensive backs Elijah Hicks (ankle/foot) and Tarvarius Moore (knee), running back Travis Homer (hamstring) and offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (calf). --Field Level MediaPalestinian Authority clashes with Al Jazeera over Jenin coverageInvestment Cast China Leads the Way in Reliable and Durable Aluminum Casting Services 11-23-2024 12:08 AM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: ABNewswire Image: https://www.abnewswire.com/uploads/889adf3cbcbbf258e6cd686f1488d9a2.jpg In the context of modern demands of the growing manufacturing sector, success relies heavily on precision, reliability and innovation. Such qualities are fully demonstrated by CFS Foundry, a company from China specialising in metal casting and CNC machining. From stainless steel to aluminum casting [ https://www.investmentcastchina.com/aluminum-casting/ ], our company offers excellent solutions for various industries worldwide. 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In this technique, molten metal (most commonly aluminium or zinc) is injected into a steel die under high pressure. Key Features of Die Casting: Wider Range of Materials: Aluminium and zinc are the dominant materials used in die casting. Aluminium parts have a low weight and high corrosion resistance, however, zinc has very good strength characteristics with excellent dimensional stability. Quick delivery of output: Die castings have a quicker cycle time while retaining lasting quality, thus it is convenient for mass production. Consistent and Fine Surface Finishes: Components are all identical and proficiently made, decreasing secondary processes altogether. Precision of Size: Dimensional tolerance on die-casting parts is precise. Applications of Die Casting: Automotive: Parts that are designed to interact with the engine, covers, and parts of the construction. Consumer Electronics: Housings, radiators and other parts of electronics. Aerospace: Low-weight structural or mechanical parts. Industrial Applications: Gear cases, connectors and miscellaneous gadgets. CFS Foundry has advanced die-casting machines which guarantee that speed, cost-effectiveness and quality are precision interrelated to every stage of production of the component. CFS Foundry uses both die and investment castings for aluminium and modifies the casting for the requirements of the projects. Value-Added Activities in CFS Foundry 1. Complex CNC Machining In addition to casting, we also provide complex CNC machining specifically intended for the final stages in the need to reduce add-on metal parts. Thus, the product in question will be of precise tolerances and can be used after its manufacture without additional procedures. The available machining of the CNC machine centre incorporating milling, turning, drilling and grinding, enables the production and delivery of intricacy in shapes and high-quality surface finishing. 2. Customisation and Prototyping CFS Foundry is particularly good at making one-off solutions for customers with difficult requirements. We go through the entire process from making a prototype to mass production in partnership with the clients. 3. Enhanced Quality Control Procedures Quality control measures in the organisation can never be compromised. Every product passes through a series of inspection procedures which include: dimensional measurement, material examination and non-destructive inspection. We are in compliance with ISO 9001 international standards and constantly by this standard we guarantee quality. Industry Uses of CFS Foundry's Products The product line undertaken by CFS Foundry satisfies and is compatible with the requirements of various industries. 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The making of the casting begins with an understanding of the steps that will be involved in making the casting. ZICO manufacturers have visualised the necessary stages of the process: Consultation, Design and Engineering, Cast Components Production, Machining of Cast Components, and Inspection of Cast Components Machining. Justifying each step in the casting process is the very nature of the complexity of making the product and all the technological features attached to it. A Brief Overview of Casting Processes at CFS Foundry With the growing intensity of competition in the global market, advanced developments in the field of technology have become necessary. Understanding the market strategies of CFS Foundry, it is very clear that the company places a strong emphasis on innovation, which is very relevant in modern times. CFS Foundry adopts highly new technologies to fabricate products with precision. 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Simon Ekpa’ll Be Extradited To Nigeria To Face Charges – Defence HqtrsCHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 12, 2024-- The Board of Trustees of Barings Participation Investors (NYSE: MPV) (the “Trust”) today announced that it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.37 per share payable on January 17, 2025, to shareholders of record on December 30, 2024. The Trust also announced a special distribution of $0.10 per share payable on January 17, 2025, to shareholders of record on December 30, 2024. Based on current projections through the end of 2024, the Trust expects both dividends will be compromised of net investment income. The final determination of the source and tax characteristics of these distributions will depend upon the Trust’s investment experience during its fiscal year and will be made after the Trust’s year end and will be reported on IRS Form 1099-Div. Cliff Noreen, Chairman, stated, “We are pleased to announce a special distribution of $0.10 per share in addition to the Trust’s quarterly cash dividend of $0.37 per share. The special distribution, which was made possible by non-recurring dividend income received in the fourth quarter, highlights the benefits of the Trust’s equity co-investments to our shareholders.” The next scheduled meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held on February 27, 2025. Barings Participation Investors is a closed-end management investment company advised by Barings LLC. Its shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the trading symbol (“MPV”). Per share amounts are rounded to the nearest cent. PAST PERFORMANCE IS NOT NECESSARILY INDICATIVE OF FUTURE RESULTS Cautionary Notice: Certain statements contained in this press release may be “forward-looking” statements. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made and which reflect management’s current estimates, projections, expectations or beliefs, and which are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. These statements are subject to change at any time based upon economic, market or other conditions and may not be relied upon as investment advice or an indication of the fund's trading intent. References to specific securities are not recommendations of such securities, and may not be representative of the fund's current or future investments. We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. About Barings Barings is a $431+ billion* global asset management firm that partners with institutional, insurance, and intermediary clients, and supports leading businesses with flexible financing solutions. The firm, a subsidiary of MassMutual, seeks to deliver excess returns by leveraging its global scale and capabilities across public and private markets in fixed income, real assets and capital solutions. *Assets under management as of September 30, 2024 View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241212085549/en/ MediaRelations@barings.com KEYWORD: NORTH CAROLINA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: BANKING ASSET MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FINANCE SOURCE: Barings Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/12/2024 04:15 PM/DISC: 12/12/2024 04:17 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241212085549/en
Middle East latest: Syrians celebrate Assad's fall as US seeks a peaceful political transitionDaily Post Nigeria Niger Govt partners Chinese agro firms to reduce post-harvest losses Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport News Niger Govt partners Chinese agro firms to reduce post-harvest losses Published on November 25, 2024 By Priscilla Dennis The Secretary to the Niger State Government, Abubakar Usman, has disclosed that measures have been adopted by the state to reduce post-harvest losses to enhance food security in the state. Usman, who stated this in Minna, said to reduce losses, the state entered into a collaboration with Chinese Special Agro-industrial Processing Zone facilities in Chendgu, Mlian Uang, and De Yang City, all within Sichuan Province, to acquire more knowledge to improve the quality of agricultural products. According to him: “The arrangements can enhance food security, reduce poverty, and improve the livelihoods of our citizens.” Usman, who led the state’s delegation to the agro-industrial processing zone facilities, explained that the visit aims to facilitate knowledge sharing, technology transfer, and investment opportunities. Usman noted: “By learning from China’s successful experiences in agro-industrial processing, as a state, we can enhance our own capabilities, create jobs, stimulate economic growth and increase the state’s competitiveness in the global market. “The state can increase its agricultural productivity, reduce post-harvest losses, and improve the quality of agricultural products.” Also, the state commissioner for Industry, Trade, and Investment, Aminu Suleiman Takuma, said the move by the state government to develop an agro-industrial sector was to promote economic diversification. “It will also reduce the dependence on oil revenues, promote economic diversification, and increase our resilience to external shocks. I assure you that Niger State can enhance food security, reduce poverty, and improve the livelihoods of our citizens,” he stated. Related Topics: niger Don't Miss ‘Releasing Nnamdi Kanu will make you hero’ – Ohanaeze chieftain writes Tinubu You may like Hemp smokers blamed as fire razes classrooms in Niger school ICPC tracks N13.9bn FG projects in Niger Niger CAN commiserates with govt, Muslims over chief imam’s death Niger Gov Bago mourns death of Minna Chief Imam, Malam Isah Fari Plans complete for implementation of N80,000 new minimum wage in November- Niger NLC Police parade three for theft, receiving stolen property, recover 35 cattle in Niger Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media Ltd