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Indianapolis Star
9 hours ago
- Climate
- Indianapolis Star
Central Indiana under July 24 heat advisory, with temps to feel as high as 106 degrees
The National Weather Service of Indianapolis announced a heat advisory for the Indianapolis Metropolitan area and other Central Indiana counties on July 24, as the heat index is expected to feel as high as 106 degrees. The heat advisory will be active from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 24, as temperatures are expected to reach the mid-90s, with dew points in the upper 70s. "What this means is that the actual temperatures outside will be about 105 degrees across the whole Central Indiana area," said NWS Indianapolis meteorologist Andrew White. "This is going to create dangerous conditions for folk who spend a lot of time outside, especially if they are in full sun or don't have enough water." Good afternoon! Hot and humid weather will return with dangerously high heat indices possible. The heat will first reach western portions of Indiana where a heat advisory is in effect for Wednesday afternoon. By Thursday, the heat will arrive for the rest of the state. #INwx Although the National Weather Service of Indianapolis has only placed a heat advisory for July 24, NWS meteorologists warn that temperatures will remain relatively high throughout the rest of the week, with the region's heat index remaining in the high 90s and low 100s until July 29. Meteorologists recommend people in the community try to stay cool and limit the amount of time they are in the sun. For residents who may not have a place to cool down, meteorologists recommend that the community utilize one of Indianapolis' cooling centers that can be found across the city. A full list of centers with weekday and weekend hours can be found Indianapolis Parks and Recreation website. These locations will be open on July 23. The city encourages Hoosiers to keep the following safety tips in mind over the next few days.
South Wales Argus
16-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Monmouth Shire Hall project to receive £1.5 million grant
Monmouthshire County Council has secured a £1.5 million grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to support the Shire Hall Project, which will transform the Grade I-listed Shire Hall in Monmouth into a vibrant, accessible community space. Councillor Sara Burch, Monmouthshire County Council's cabinet member for rural affairs, housing and tourism, said: "The National Lottery Heritage Fund, together with support from Welsh Government and local funds, will allow us to transform Shire Hall into a wonderful museum, showcasing the Nelson Collection and the history of Monmouth and telling many other important stories in accessible and engaging ways. "We will continue to work with the people of Monmouth and Monmouth Town Council to bring this vision to life." The project will deliver new gallery spaces, a modern heating system, and areas designed to generate income, supporting the building's long-term sustainability and environmental goals. It will also prioritise community engagement through volunteering opportunities, events, and activities. Andrew White, director of The National Lottery Heritage Fund in Wales, said: "We know that heritage can play a huge role in bringing people together and creating a sense of pride in people's hometowns and cities, and in turn boosting the local economy. "That is why we're delighted to award £1.5 million to transform Monmouth's historic Shire Hall into an inspiring community museum." Additional funding has been provided by the Welsh Government's Cultural Transformational Capital Programme. More information about the project is available on the MonLife website.
Business News Wales
14-07-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Monmouth's Shire Hall Project Receives £1.5m Grant Funding
Monmouthshire County Council has been awarded a £1.5 million grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to support the Shire Hall Project. This grant will enable the council to enhance the Shire Hall in Monmouth into an 'accessible and vibrant destination' for both the local community and visitors, it said. The project will include the development of new galleries, the installation of a modern heating system, and the creation of versatile spaces to support income generation. These improvements will ensure the long-term sustainability of the Grade I listed building and increase its environmental efficiency. The project will also focus on community participation and volunteering, with a range of activities and events planned to engage a wider audience. Monmouthshire County Council's Cabinet Member for Rural Affairs, Housing & Tourism, Cllr Sara Burch, said: 'The National Lottery Heritage Fund, together with support from Welsh Government and local funds, will allow us to transform Shire Hall into a wonderful museum, showcasing the Nelson Collection and the history of Monmouth and telling many other important stories in accessible and engaging ways. We will continue to work with the people of Monmouth and Monmouth Town Council to bring this vision to life.' Andrew White, The National Lottery Heritage Fund Director for Wales, said: 'We know that heritage can play a huge role in bringing people together and creating a sense of pride in people's hometowns and cities, and in turn boosting the local economy. That is why we're delighted to award £1.5 million to transform Monmouth's historic Shire Hall into an inspiring community museum. Thanks to National Lottery players, this vital funding will preserve internationally significant collections while creating an accessible cultural hub where this important heritage can be enjoyed by future generations for many years to come.' The council has also received grant funding from the Welsh Government's Cultural Transformational Capital Programme for the Shire Hall project.
North Wales Live
07-07-2025
- Business
- North Wales Live
North Wales tourism attraction gets £12m for 'transformational' change
An attraction has received £12m for its "transformational" redevelopment. National Slate Museum, Llanberis, is already undergoing significant changes after backing from UK and Welsh government funds and Cyngor Gwynedd. Now it has been confirmed that site owner Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales has been awarded £12m by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. This means that work on the redevelopment can move forward to the next stage. They said it would "guarantee the future of the Museum and the globally significant story of the North Wales slate industry". The Grade 1 listed building in Llanberis has been home to the National Slate Museum since 1972 when it was first opened to the public after the closure of the Dinorwig slate quarry in 1969. Works at the Museum will transform the experience for visitors and create a sustainable future for this internationally significant site. The redevelopment work will retain the essence of the industrial workshops which sit at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in North Wales, while sharing and celebrating the global story of how slate from this small corner of North West Wales was used to 'roof the world'. The redevelopment will create a new learning centre, play area, shop and café, as well as improving accessibility throughout the site and creating more opportunities to discover and enjoy the slate story through new exhibitions and interpretation. Dedicated exhibition spaces will allow Amgueddfa Cymru to share more items from the national collection, bringing more exciting exhibitions to North Wales for the first time and ensuring more people can access and enjoy Wales' national collection. As well as conserving the historic fabric of the site and the collections and stories, the redevelopment will contribute to the regional economy, offering employment opportunities, student work placements and traineeships. The funding will also enable the site to continue to develop its role as a living museum by offering training and opportunities for people from all backgrounds to enjoy, learn about and develop endangered traditional heritage skills. Jane Richardson, Chief Executive of Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales, said: "We are truly thrilled to have been awarded this significant grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund which means we can progress the redevelopment plans with certainty. This is a key milestone in the Llanberis redevelopment project and is exciting news for us, for the wider community, and for everyone in Wales. "Thanks to National Lottery players, we can now conserve the history of the National Slate Museum for future generations and move towards a more sustainable future for the Museum which will be more inclusive, more accessible, and which will inspire growth and learning. This will mean even more people can access and enjoy the global success story of North Wales slate." Andrew White, The National Lottery Heritage Fund Director for Wales, said: "This transformational £12m investment will firmly establish Amgueddfa Lechi as the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage Slate Landscape, unlocking vital opportunities for communities across North Wales. "It will safeguard the future of this Grade 1 listed site, ensuring the powerful story of slate and the lives it shaped continues to inspire future generations. This project is a bold investment in Cymru's globally significant industrial heritage – delivering skills, apprenticeships and employment, while strengthening both the regional economy and cultural landscape." Lord Dafydd Wigley, Chair of the Wales Slate Partnership, said: "As the main hub of the Slate Landscape of Northwest Wales World Heritage Site, the National Slate Museum has a vital role to play in sharing this important heritage with the public - from local communities to the wider world. This significant investment from The National Lottery Heritage Fund will help to develop this site as a gateway to our history and culture that will engage and inspire generations today and in the future." Councillor R. Medwyn Hughes, Cabinet Member for Economy and Community, Cyngor Gwynedd, said: "I am delighted to see a sum of this scale being awarded to this heritage location that is so important to Gwynedd, Wales and the World. It recognises the important and rich history that this area has had in roofing the world and will create a deserving resource and boost to the local area." Alongside this significant grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Amgueddfa Cymru said it is extremely grateful for funding support secured through partnerships with Cyngor Gwynedd (via UK Government) as part of the Llewyrch o'r Llechi project, Welsh Government, and other funders. It is understood total funding is around £21m.
Business Insider
07-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
SimpleSwap Launches 2025 Summer Trading Contest with $7,250 Reward Pool
Users participating in swaps and trading competitions this summer will have the opportunity to share a reward pool of over $7,000. Users can join the contest here → SimpleSwap, the non-custodial crypto exchange trusted by users worldwide, is thrilled to announce the return of its most anticipated annual event — the Summer Trading Contest 2025. Launching at 12:00 pm UTC on July 7 and running through August 7, the contest features a $7,250 USDT prize pool and rewards both top traders and lucky participants chosen at random. As the crypto space embraces gamification, SimpleSwap is putting fun back into trading — without sacrificing simplicity or safety. All registered users can participate by trading any of the 2,500+ cryptocurrencies across 1,000+ pairs. Every swap made — on web or mobile — automatically counts toward the contest leaderboard. Proven Popularity: Last Year by the Numbers In 2024, SimpleSwap's Summer Contest attracted 189 participants who generated 1,232 swaps. The platform welcomed 32 new users, who contributed 78 trades — proving that even first-time participants can win. The most traded pairs included: USDC → USDT (TRC-20) ETH → USDT (TRC-20) BTC → STX Participation: The structure is simple: The top 10 users ranked by total trading volume (in USDT equivalent) will receive the largest share of the prize pool. In addition, 20 lucky participants will be randomly selected to receive smaller rewards. Each user is eligible for one prize only, ensuring fair competition across the board. Prize Breakdown 1st–3rd places: ~60% of the total prize pool 4th–6th places: ~20% 7th–10th places: ~8% Random winners: ~14% Contest Highlights Available to all registered users via web and mobile platforms All listed coins on SimpleSwap are eligible Partner token promotions will be available during the campaign A real-time leaderboard and clear rules are available on the dedicated contest landing page "This campaign reflects our goal to create more engaging user experiences,' said Simon Matthews, CBDO at SimpleSwap. 'As we say, 'Surf the Summer Rush — Earn as You Swap.' Trading doesn't have to be boring. What Users Say 'I use different coins on various networks, and SimpleSwap makes it incredibly easy to move between them without needing bridges—it saves so much time. I've always had quick help from support whenever I had questions. Plus, I earned Loyalty Program cashback from my swaps and even scored a prize in the Summer Contest. It's awesome to get rewarded just for trading like I normally do!' — said by Andrew White, one of our previous Summer Contest winners. Users Can Participate now at and compete for their share of $7,250 in rewards. Users can stay connected with on X, Telegram, Discord, Facebook for updates and exclusive content throughout the contest. About SimpleSwap SimpleSwap is a non-custodial cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2018, offering more than 2,500 digital assets and 1,000+ trading pairs. The platform enables secure, bridge-free crypto swaps without requiring users to store funds. With seven years on the market, hundreds of thousands of users worldwide, and a strong reputation across industry review platforms, SimpleSwap continues to deliver a simple and effective exchange experience backed by expertise in finance, development, and blockchain analytics. Users can visit the website: PR
