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www.theguardian.com
17 hours ago
Business

Boeing's largest plant in panic mode' amid safety crisis, say workers and union officials

Boeing's largest factory faces quality concerns and pressure to stay silent over safety issues. [ more ]
Cbsnews
1 day ago
Coronavirus

U.S. to make millions of bird flu vaccine doses this summer, as cases grow

Preparation of 4.8 million doses of flu vaccine to combat H5N1 outbreak in the U.S. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago
UX design

What are the benefits of 3D product modelling for manufacturers? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

3D product modelling in manufacturing enhances product visualization, customization, streamlines design, and allows for rapid prototyping. [ more ]
New York Post
4 days ago
New York City

Harlem father built ghost guns in apartment, test fired weapons in Central Park: DA

A father in Harlem allegedly manufactured and stored ghost guns in his home, endangering his children and New Yorkers. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 week ago
Medicine

An automated approach to saving lives

Cellares aims to enhance access to critical cell therapies through innovative manufacturing approaches. [ more ]
Engadget
1 week ago
Cars

Volvo and Aurora introduce their first self-driving truck

Volvo and Aurora unveiled first production autonomous truck designed by Aurora and manufactured by Volvo. Aurora Driver technology powers the truck with redundant safety systems. [ more ]
#tesla
TESLARATI
2 weeks ago
Cars

Tesla Fremont and Giga Nevada have built 3 million cars

Tesla celebrates production of three million cars at Fremont and Gigafactory Nevada. [ more ]
TESLARATI
1 month ago
Tech industry

Tesla to focus on existing gigacast tech for unboxed process: report

Tesla is not pursuing a next-generation gigacasting system for underbody, opting for front and rear megacasts instead. [ more ]
The Verge
1 month ago
Tech industry

Tesla reportedly shrinks its gigacasting manufacturing ambitions

Tesla shifting from gigacasting to piecing together underbody in three parts to adapt to challenges. [ more ]
Supply Chain Today - Homepage
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Tesla: Artificial Intelligence Manufacturing Revolution -

Tesla's use of artificial intelligence sets them apart in the manufacturing industry.
Tesla has implemented AI-powered technologies like machine learning, predictive maintenance, and quality control in their manufacturing processes. [ more ]
moretesla
www.esquire.com
2 weeks ago
Running

New Balance MADE in USA Line, 993 and 990v6 Features, and Where to Buy

New Balance's Made line prioritizes quality, craftsmanship, history, and innovation in manufacturing its shoes, with a focus on sourcing materials within the USA. [ more ]
#entrepreneurship
Shopify
2 weeks ago
Marketing

How To Start a Skin Care Line in 11 Steps (2024) - Shopify

Starting a successful skincare line involves passion, research, hands-on involvement, and building trust with customers. [ more ]
Shopify
2 weeks ago
UX design

How To Get a Prototype Made & Protect Your Design (2024) - Shopify

Creating a prototype is crucial for entrepreneurs to save time and money in the long term, helping to identify and solve production issues before mass production. [ more ]
Shopify
1 month ago
Graphic design

The 13 Best White Label Products To Sell in 2024 - Shopify

White labeling allows quick entry into entrepreneurship by selling mass-manufactured products customized with own branding for various markets. [ more ]
moreentrepreneurship
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Opinion | The Biden Future Cannot Arrive Soon Enough

Infrastructure funds from the budget are slowly being spent; significant delays in project completion are expected. [ more ]
#tariffs
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Cars

Opinion | Don't Slam the Door on Inexpensive Chinese Electric Vehicles

The new tariffs on Chinese imports, especially electric vehicles, are seen as a way to protect American manufacturers but are criticized for making EVs unaffordable for middle-class consumers. [ more ]
Engadget
2 weeks ago
Business

Biden administration quadruples import tariff for Chinese EVs

The US increased tariffs on Chinese imports to protect American manufacturers and address China's unfair trade practices. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Biden, Competing With Trump to Be Tough on China, Calls for Steel Tariffs

President Biden announced plans to increase tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum, aiming to protect American workers and ensure fair competition. [ more ]
moretariffs
#investment
Theregister
2 weeks ago
Business

SoftBank reportedly preparing for Arm to tackle AI chips

Arm to introduce AI chips in 2025; potential spinoff into SoftBank subsidiary. South Korea investing $7 billion in chip boost. Foxconn reaffirms Wisconsin presence amidst changes. [ more ]
The Economic Times
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Mega Networks plans to make AI servers in Maharashtra

Mega Networks plans to set up a factory in Maharashtra to manufacture AI servers, with an expected investment of Rs 350-400 crore in FY25. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Samsung gets $6.4 billion to build massive semiconductor plants in central Texas

The U.S. government is investing $6.4 billion to support Samsung in building massive semiconductor chip plants in Texas, aiming to revamp U.S. manufacturing and enhance national security. [ more ]
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eLearning Industry
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Generative AI: Business Sectors That Can Benefit

Generative AI offers significant benefits to businesses by enhancing content generation and quality through continuous improvement. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago
Business

UK GDP: Recession recedes as UK grows faster than expected

UK officially exits recession with 0.6% growth in Q1 driven by services and manufacturing. [ more ]
#china
InsideEVs
3 weeks ago
Cars

I Went To China And Drove A Dozen Electric Cars. Western Automakers Are Cooked

China's advancements in manufacturing electrified vehicles should not be dismissed as illegitimate or solely government-driven. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
World news

For First Time in Two Decades, U.S. Buys More From Mexico Than China

Mexico has overtaken China as America's top source of official imports, highlighting how tensions between the US and China are altering trade flows.
Foreign companies are viewing Mexico as a viable alternative to China due to trade tensions and other factors. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Germany news

German government wants companies to 'de-risk' from China, but business is reluctant

German businesses are being cautioned about not depending too heavily on China, leading to a strategy known as 'de-risking'
Munk Group, a German company, has decided to cut off all business with China after years of using Chinese suppliers [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Germany news

German government wants companies to 'de-risk' from China, but business is reluctant

German businesses are being cautioned about not depending too heavily on China, leading to a strategy known as 'de-risking'
Munk Group, a German company, has decided to cut off all business with China after years of using Chinese suppliers [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Germany news

German government wants companies to 'de-risk' from China, but business is reluctant

German businesses are being cautioned about not depending too heavily on China, leading to a strategy known as 'de-risking'
Munk Group, a German company, has decided to cut off all business with China after years of using Chinese suppliers [ more ]
WSJ
4 months ago
World news

Deflation Worries Deepen in China

Consumer prices in China have fallen for three consecutive months, indicating ongoing deflationary pressures in the economy.
Chinese manufacturers have experienced 15 straight months of contraction in prices, raising concerns for U.S. and European officials about increased competition from low-cost Chinese goods. [ more ]
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Createsend
1 month ago
Business

Logistics Report: Canada's Railroads Face Strike Threat; Brazil's Embraer Plots a Bigger Jet

U.S. factory activity contracted in April, job openings decrease, Chinese EV makers saw higher sales, European carmakers lagged, Kraft Heinz sales fell, severe tornado hits Dollar Tree distribution center. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Business

Japan ramping up investment in next-gen semiconductors DW 04/29/2024

Japan is significantly increasing support for the semiconductor industry to re-enter the manufacturing business and ensure supply chain stability. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Big San Jose manufacturing and industrial project pushes forward

A new manufacturing and industrial complex is proposed in San Jose, offering job opportunities and economic development potential. [ more ]
The New Yorker
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Biden Is the Most Pro-Labor President Since F.D.R. Will It Matter in November?

Ford Motor Company to produce electric trucks at BlueOval City in Tennessee, creating high-paying jobs with federal support. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 month ago
Boston

Boston Dynamics reveals terrifying new humanoid Atlas robot

The new version of Boston Dynamics' Atlas humanoid robot showcases advanced movements and capabilities, including an all-electric design. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 month ago
World news

United States will not accept flood of cheap Chinese products, Yellen says

The United States will not accept a wave of cheap Chinese goods impacting American businesses and workers.
Efforts to prevent rising trade tensions and stabilize U.S.-China relations are underway through dialogues and visits. [ more ]
www.france24.com
1 month ago
France news

Forever chemicals': French MPs approve PFAS product ban

French MPs approved bill restricting PFAS products, excluding cookware.
The bill aims to ban cosmetics, wax products, and textiles containing PFAS by 2030. [ more ]
#greenhouse-gas-emissions
The Verge
2 months ago
Environment

Joe Biden wants to make mac and cheese with clean energy

DOE funding projects to reduce industrial greenhouse gas emissions
Biden administration investing $6 billion in clean energy technologies for manufacturing [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
11 months ago
UK news

Rowan Atkinson says he feels duped' by electric cars

Car-obsessed actor Rowan Atkinson has said he feels duped by the electric vehicle trend, despite being an early adopter.In a comment piece in The Guardian on Saturday, the 68-year-old wrote that he got his electric hybrid 18 years ago and his first all-electric car nine years later.Electric vehicles may be a bit soulless, but they're wonderful mechanisms: fast, quiet and, until recently, very cheap to run, he wrote.
www.independent.co.uk
11 months ago
UK news

Rowan Atkinson says he feels duped' by electric cars

Car-obsessed actor Rowan Atkinson has said he feels duped by the electric vehicle trend, despite being an early adopter.In a comment piece in The Guardian on Saturday, the 68-year-old wrote that he got his electric hybrid 18 years ago and his first all-electric car nine years later.Electric vehicles may be a bit soulless, but they're wonderful mechanisms: fast, quiet and, until recently, very cheap to run, he wrote.
www.independent.co.uk
11 months ago
UK news

Rowan Atkinson says he feels duped' by electric cars

Car-obsessed actor Rowan Atkinson has said he feels duped by the electric vehicle trend, despite being an early adopter.In a comment piece in The Guardian on Saturday, the 68-year-old wrote that he got his electric hybrid 18 years ago and his first all-electric car nine years later.Electric vehicles may be a bit soulless, but they're wonderful mechanisms: fast, quiet and, until recently, very cheap to run, he wrote.
www.independent.co.uk
11 months ago
UK news

Rowan Akinson says he feels duped' by electric cars

Car-obsessed actor Rowan Atkinson has said he feels duped by the electric vehicle trend, despite being an early adopter.In a comment piece in The Guardian on Saturday, the 68-year-old wrote that he got his electric hybrid 18 years ago and his first all-electric car nine years later.Electric vehicles may be a bit soulless, but they're wonderful mechanisms: fast, quiet and, until recently, very cheap to run, he wrote.
moregreenhouse-gas-emissions
BikeMag
2 months ago
Bicycling

UK Bike Brand Shows Off Local Manufacturing With Factory Tour

Manufacturing bike parts in the West is rare due to labor and environmental costs favoring overseas production.
Hope is a unique brand manufacturing bike parts in the UK, showing success in competing with overseas manufacturers. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

San Jose man arrested on suspicion of making illegal guns

Arrest made for manufacturing illegal firearms
3D printers used for making illegal firearms [ more ]
WIRED
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Intel's CEO Says AI Is the Key to the Company's Comeback

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger promises an epic comeback by focusing on core engineering and manufacturing plan.
Intel announces rebrand of its 'foundry' business, aiming to produce efficient AI-era chips to compete with TSMC. [ more ]
Design Milk
3 months ago
Design

On The Magic of Glass With "Artisan Manufacturer" John Pomp

John Pomp combines artisan craftsmanship with manufacturing expertise.
Passion for glass blowing led John Pomp to establish a successful business in Philadelphia. [ more ]
#artificial-intelligence
Bloomberg
3 months ago
Privacy technologies

Bloomberg

Robotic automation in manufacturing is expected to grow exponentially in the next few years.
Collaborative robots (cobots) are increasingly being used in manufacturing to work alongside human workers. [ more ]
Mail Online
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

US cities doomed to lose the most jobs to AI revealed in new map

Workers in major tech hubs have the most job security in the face of AI-related job loss.
Cities that heavily rely on manufacturing are the most susceptible to AI-related job loss. [ more ]
moreartificial-intelligence
#startups
TechCrunch
3 months ago
European startups

Y Combinator puts out a new call for startups in areas like AI, spatial computing, climate tech and more | TechCrunch

Y Combinator has updated its Request for Startups list to include spatial computing, climate tech, and applications of AI technology.
The list also includes requests for startups in healthcare, defense technology, new space companies, and startups focused on bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. [ more ]
TechCrunch
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

A new dawn for maker tech startups | TechCrunch

A new generation of startups is making prototyping and manufacturing more accessible with technologies like CNC mills and lathes.
CES 2020 showcased an array of electric vehicles and AI-powered transportation, but had little presence of sex tech. [ more ]
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#ukraine
www.npr.org
3 months ago
Europe news

With Western military aid increasingly uncertain, Ukraine builds its own weapons

Ukrainian Armor Design and Manufacturing Co. is producing mortar launchers and armored vehicles in response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine
Western support for Ukraine is waning while Russia continues to acquire weapons from Iran and North Korea [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Europe news

France ramps up weapons production for Ukraine and says Russia is scrutinizing the West's mettle

French manufacturers have reduced manufacturing times for weapons systems supplied to Ukraine by half or more.
France is shifting towards directly connecting French defense industries with the Ukrainian army to support their war effort against Russia's invasion. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Europe news

France ramps up weapons production for Ukraine and says Russia is scrutinizing the West's mettle

French manufacturers have reduced manufacturing times for weapons systems supplied to Ukraine by half or more.
France is shifting towards directly connecting French defense industries with the Ukrainian army to support their war effort against Russia's invasion. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Europe news

France ramps up weapons production for Ukraine and says Russia is scrutinizing the West's mettle

French manufacturers have reduced manufacturing times for weapons systems supplied to Ukraine by half or more.
France is shifting towards directly connecting French defense industries with the Ukrainian army to support their war effort against Russia's invasion. [ more ]
moreukraine
#sustainability
designboom | architecture & design magazine
3 months ago
UX design

autodesk fusion enables circular design practices for consumer goods

CAD software like Autodesk Fusion is essential for companies embracing circular design and sustainable practices.
Autodesk Fusion offers a range of features focused on improving design for manufacturability and reducing costs while maintaining high quality standards. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
11 months ago
Design

Tableware gets a new innovation with walnut shell materials becoming the new normal - Yanko Design

Designers love the term sustainability as it is their go-to when they can't think of another way to sell their designs!! (I'm sure every designer would relate)
On a more serious note, they strive to construct a future along those lines because everyone is now aware of its importance and it is no longer a buzzword.
moresustainability
www.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Canada news

Canadians are signing up for apprenticeships again | CBC News

A growing number of Canadians are signing up for apprenticeship programs in skilled trades.
The number of people registering for apprenticeships has increased by roughly 12% in 2022 compared to 2021. [ more ]
#agriculture
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago
Growth hacking

Small business growth forecasts in agricultural sector hit three-year high

UK small business growth outlook in the agricultural sector has hit a three-year high.
Other sectors, such as manufacturing, media, and legal services, also reported significant increases in growth predictions. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
11 months ago
UK news

End of free movement did not increase wages, Government advisers say

The end of freedom of movement has not led to a significant increase in wages, Government advisers have said.A study of the agriculture, manufacturing, hospitality and transport sectors by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) found few organisations had increased wages to compete for staff despite the smaller number of workers available after Brexit.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
France news

Triple-whammy of cyclones, a 1-in-200-year event, drove Italy's deadly flooding, scientists say

A rare, triple-whammy of cyclones drove the deadly flooding that devastated much of northern Italy this month, but scientists said Wednesday that climate change doesn't seem to be to blame for the intense rainfall.Using computer simulations and past observations, a team of researchers looked for but found no evidence of human-caused warming behind the drenching.
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www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Huge Santa Clara project delays plans for some offices as market flops

An estimated 4 million square feet of office space won't be built as planned in the Related Santa Clara project.
Instead, 1.6 million square feet of light industrial and advanced manufacturing spaces will be built on the site. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
France politics

India's Tata and Europe's Airbus sign deal to manufacture helicopters

Tata and Airbus have signed an agreement to manufacture civilian helicopters together during French President Macron's visit to India.
The deal includes the production of H125 helicopters with a significant indigenous and localization component. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
US news

German government wants companies to 'de-risk' from China, but business is reluctant

German businesses are being cautioned about not depending too heavily on China, leading to a strategy known as 'de-risking'
Munk Group, a German company, has decided to cut off all business with China after years of using Chinese suppliers [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
World news

German government wants companies to 'de-risk' from China, but business is reluctant

German businesses are being cautioned about not depending too heavily on China, leading to a strategy known as 'de-risking'
Munk Group, a German company, has decided to cut off all business with China after years of using Chinese suppliers [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
France news

France ramps up weapons production for Ukraine and says Russia is scrutinizing the West's mettle

French manufacturers have reduced manufacturing times for weapons systems supplied to Ukraine by half or more.
France is shifting towards directly connecting French defense industries with the Ukrainian army to support their war effort against Russia's invasion. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
France politics

France ramps up weapons production for Ukraine and says Russia is scrutinizing the West's mettle

French manufacturers have reduced manufacturing times for weapons systems supplied to Ukraine by half or more.
France is shifting towards directly connecting French defense industries with the Ukrainian army to support their war effort against Russia's invasion. [ more ]
#california
Sacramento Bee
4 months ago
California

California's high-speed rail is taking shape. This Sacramento manufacturer may play a part

Siemens Mobility, a German company with a manufacturing hub in Sacramento, is one of two bidders selected by the California High-Speed Rail Authority to compete for a $561 million contract to build high-speed train cars.
The winning bidder will build six high-speed trains capable of operating at speeds of 220 miles per hour and will be responsible for maintaining the trains for 30 years.
The $3.1 billion federal grant awarded to the high-speed rail project is a key factor in moving forward with the implementation of rail service. [ more ]
therealdeal.com
5 months ago
LA real estate

Snap Snags $20M State Grant to Expand AR Footprint

Snap has received a $20 million grant from the state to expand its offices and manufacturing plants for augmented reality devices.
The grant requires Snap to create 508 new jobs and invest at least $10 million in facility construction or renovation. [ more ]
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GSMArena.com
5 months ago
Apple

Apple to move a quarter of its iPhone production to India in next few years

Apple plans to shift a quarter of its iPhone production to India in the next 2-3 years
More than 50 million iPhones per year will be built in India [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Nvidia's CEO says Malaysia could be a hub for AI manufacturing'

Nvidia CEO considers Malaysia as a potential hub for AI manufacturing
Nvidia working with 80 AI startups in Malaysia [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Nvidia's CEO says Malaysia could be a hub for AI manufacturing'

Nvidia CEO considers Malaysia as a potential hub for AI manufacturing
Nvidia working with 80 AI startups in Malaysia [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Business intelligence

Nvidia's CEO says Malaysia could be a hub for AI manufacturing'

Nvidia CEO considers Malaysia as a potential hub for AI manufacturing
Nvidia working with 80 AI startups in Malaysia [ more ]
POLITICO
6 months ago
Germany politics

Scholz promises new budget plans 'very quickly' amid German spending crisis

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to present new budget plans quickly after a court ruling caused financial disarray.
The ruling may require an emergency budget for this year.
Scholz did not provide details on where spending cuts would be made. [ more ]
TechRepublic
11 months ago
Information security

Akamai's new study: Bots, phishing and server attacks making commerce a cybersecurity hotspot

Akamai’s study found that the number of bot attacks on ecommerce websites has increased by 21% over the past two years.
The most common types of bot attacks are credential stuffing, account takeover, and basic authentication.
Businesses can protect themselves from bot attacks by implementing a multi-layered security strategy that includes using authentication, IP reputation, bot detection, and web application firewalls. [ more ]
Dezeen
11 months ago
Design

Dezeen Showroom lists a selection of bathroom products by Bette

Dezeen Showroom: German bathroom brand Bette has listed a range of its bathroom fittings and fixtures on Dezeen Showroom, including a bath tub with a ledge that can be used to provide arm or neck support.BetteSuno baths, created by design studio Barber Osgerby in collaboration with Bette, have a minimalistic silhouette characterised by a rounded, protruding ledge around the rim.
#information
TechRepublic
11 months ago
Information security

CISA advisory on LockBit: $91 million extorted from 1,700 attacks since 2020

Cybercriminals have been using the Lockbit ransomware to target organizations in the United States and around the world.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an advisory warning organizations of the risk of Lockbit ransomware attacks and how to protect against them.
Organizations should ensure their networks are monitored for suspicious activity, back-up and regularly update their systems, and use multi-factor authentication for remote access. [ more ]
Breaking Muscle
11 months ago
Exercise

The 13 Best Collagen Supplements of 2023 | Breaking Muscle

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links.See disclosures page.Collagen has been a staple in my supplement routine for several years and has made a difference in how strong my hair and nails feel.I also believe it's one of the reasons why I rarely experience significant joint pain, despite being in my late thirties and working out hard four to five days a week.
Dezeen
11 months ago
Design

"International brands now have to work much harder in China" says Design Shanghai director

European and US furniture brands face much stiffer competition in China from local rivals that have grown rapidly during the coronavirus pandemic, according to Design Shanghai director Zhuo Tan."Chinese brands are doing very well, their business is really flying," said Tan, who spoke to Dezeen ahead of the first edition of Design Shanghai to take place since China relaxed the international travel restrictions it imposed during the pandemic.
moreinformation
#people
Dezeen
11 months ago
Design

Boano Prismontas creates art gallery that "is unmistakably a barn"

London studio Boano Prišmontas has created a small private art gallery shaped like a barn in rural Hertfordshire, UK.Designed as a peaceful place to display art, the small gallery combines the traditional barn form with modern construction techniques."From the distance, this building is unmistakably a barn," said Boano Prišmontas co-founder Tomaso Boano.
www.nytimes.com
11 months ago
World politics

Saudi Arabia and China Flaunt Growing Ties at Investment Forum

The message at an Arab-China business forum hosted by Saudi Arabia this week was not particularly subtle, as hundreds of Chinese officials and executives gathered beneath giant chandeliers, smiling for selfies and snacking on organic dates.If you want a trusted partner in the world one of the best partners in the world it's the People's Republic of China, Mohammed Abunayyan, the chairman of a Saudi renewable energy company, declared from the stage, to resounding applause.
www.housingwire.com
11 months ago
Real estate

Housing Market Tracker: Inventory disappoints again

After seeing disappointing inventory growth two weeks ago, which I chalked up to the Memorial Day holiday, I was hoping for a big push in active listings last week, but that didn't happen.And, the recent uptick in mortgage rates to almost 7% slowed purchase application data again.Here's a quick rundown of the last week: Active inventory grew 6,722 weekly.
www.theguardian.com
11 months ago
UK politics

UK firms without flexible working will struggle to hire in next five years'

Companies that do not adopt flexible working will struggle to hire in the next five years, according to an entrepreneur who is hoping to be a Tory mayoral candidate.Natalie Campbell, co-chief executive of Belu Water, is due to speak at a cross-party event hosted by the 4 Day Week Campaign on Tuesday when it will publish its mini-manifesto.
Truthout
1 year ago
Left-wing politics

Economy Gains 339,000 Jobs in May Though Unemployment Rises to 3.7 Percent

A "Now Hiring" sign posted outside of a restaurant looking to hire workers on May 5, 2023, in Miami, Florida.Joe Raedle / Getty Images The establishment and household surveys told two different stories in May.The jobs numbers for the month were surprisingly high, with the survey showing a gain of 339,000 jobs.
Social Media Explorer
1 year ago
Online marketing

Maximizing Space and Efficiency with Mezzanine Floors

Introduction
In today's competitive business environment, optimizing space utilization is crucial for maximizing productivity and profitability.One effective solution that has gained popularity is the installation of mezzanine floors.Mezzanine floors provide an innovative way to create additional usable space within existing structures without the need for costly construction projects.
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#years
www.theguardian.com
11 months ago
UK politics

Britain is recklessly exposed' to new pandemics, expert warns

Ministers have systematically dismantled critical vaccine plans drawn up during the Covid crisis and left the country recklessly exposed to another pandemic, one of the most senior figures shaping Britain's scientific response to the virus has warned.In a damning verdict that comes just days before the official Covid inquiry starts publicly examining Britain's preparedness for pandemics, Dr Clive Dix, the former chairman of the UK's vaccine taskforce, said the abandonment of schemes developed during Covid now left Britain fraught with danger.
Dezeen
11 months ago
Design

Gandia Blasco launches Outdoor 2023 catalogue with Gan and Diabla

new furniture and accessories feature in the Outdoor 2023 catalogue by Gandia Blasco, which is presenting its collections together with those of younger subsidiaries Diabla and Gan for the first time.The Outdoor 2023 catalogue unifies the three brands, which have separate characters but share values and an aesthetic grounding in the architectural language of the Mediterranean, according to Gandia Blasco.
www.scientificamerican.com
11 months ago
Science

To Reignite the U.S. Chip Industry, Invite More Chefs into the Kitchen

Making the next generation of computer chips demands the care, on an industrial scale, of making a gourmet meal.The finest ingredients, techniques, tools and, of course, the sharpest minds, must whip together something transformative.In kitchens missing just one, the meal falls short.In that regard, the Department of Commerce will soon command a feast of sorts, doling out $11 billion for research and development under the CHIPS Act to revive America's sluggish chipmaking industrynow making only 12 percent of chips worldwide.
GSMArena.com
11 months ago
Mobile UX

The Nothing Phone (2) will be made in India

The UK-based Nothing is gearing up to launch its second smartphone - and like the first one, this one will be manufactured in India too (the Nothing Phone (1) was built at a facility in Tamil Nadu).The manufacturing of the Phone (2) will handled by BYD Electronic, a Shenzhen-based company.Nothing has worked to reduce the environmental impact of the Nothing Phone (2).
Yahoo Sports
1 year ago
Chicago White Sox

Chicago baseball report: The Cubs' bobblehead blunder - and Andrew Benintendi looking to launch for the White Sox

Repeated bullpen implosions tend to make a manager's hair turn gray, so be sure to check back on David Ross and Pedro Grifol at the end of the season.The managers of the Chicago Cubs and White Sox can't seem to find a way to get on a prolonged hot streak with their bullpens performing so poorly over the first two months.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

How this 3D printed footwear concept tries to push the limits of tech and design - Yanko Design

3D printing is one of those revolutionary technologies that truly changed the world even years after it became a hot topic.Whether you're a lone hobbyist or a small company, these seemingly magical boxes are able to bring ideas and dreams to life or at least help jump-start the process of testing and refinement.
moreyears
Azure DevOps Blog
11 months ago
DevOps

The evolution of quality assurance and how Azure Test Plans is driving the future of manual testing - Azure DevOps Blog

Ravi Kumar
The Deming Prize from Japan is the highest honour in Total Quality Management in the world.Japanese products are known for their superior quality, but it wasn't always the case.In the 1950s fresh out of defeat in the World War 2, Japan was desperately trying to shift manufacturing from military to civilian products for trade.
www.mercurynews.com
11 months ago
East Bay (California)

Tech cluster emerges at huge revamped industrial complex in Oakland

OAKLAND A long-time industrial center and former artists' colony in West Oakland is being reimagined as a bustling hub for tech, advanced manufacturing, biotech and clean energy firms.The vast American Steel building and nearby industrial sites in Oakland have been reborn with a new mission as a cradle for an array of cutting-edge companies.
MarTech
1 year ago
Marketing tech

Webinar: How to build consumer trust in a cookieless world | MarTech

Building consumer trust is crucial for marketers.But how is that trust built in a future without cookies?This webinar will explore how brands can use choice, control, and transparency to create personalized, permission-based experiences that minimize compliance risk and drive marketing ROI without relying on third-party cookies.
MarTech
1 year ago
Marketing tech

A customer data roadmap for staying ahead of the competition | MarTech

In today's competitive landscape, the key to winning over customers lies in personalized and extraordinary experiences.First-party data is a vital ingredient in this journey.By delving deep into customers' engagement patterns, behaviors and transactional preferences, brands can gain invaluable insights.
Sun Sentinel
1 year ago
Miami

Were last weekend's gas prices the highest they'll get this summer? Here's what experts say.

After drifting lower for a month, gas prices ticked up two cents just before Memorial Day, and travel club AAA says they might not get any higher for the rest of the summer.If that's the case, vacationing families will have a few extra dollars to spend on ice cream and hot dogs compared to last year, when the Russia-Ukraine war sent pump prices in Florida soaring well into June.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

The fanciest tap I've ever seen is built from bamboo & is super sustainable... - Yanko Design

One of my favorite times of the day is bathtime!As we've grown older and life has gotten super hectic, bathtime is that precious hour of the day when we can fully indulge in self-care, and pamper ourselves - whether that's in the form of a bubble bath or a long warm shower, having a beautifully designed bathroom with thoughtful designs will only amplify this special time of the day.
KQED
1 year ago
Healthcare

California Becomes the First State to Phase Out Toxic Hexavalent Chromium | KQED

"They can be tiny, they can be small, or they can be nestled inside larger industrial facilities, and so it's not something that strikes you, like a generator or a refinery," said Williams."But the problem is what they're doing there: They're boiling vats of toxic metal-water solution."
Pinstripe Alley
1 year ago
New York Yankees

Yankees Mailbag: Stanton in the outfield, Schmidt's future, and policing baseballs

Good afternoon everyone, it's time to dive back into the mailbag and answer some of your questions.Remember to send in your questions for our weekly call by e-mail to pinstripealleyblog [at] gmail [dot] com.This is a bit of a two-parter, so let's address the opening statement first.While I'm sure most doubt that Giancarlo Stanton will be seeing much of the outfield, especially after this latest injury, the Yankees are outwardly still projecting that he will be in the rotation there.
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