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The Hindu
22-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Free introductory course on meditation
The Institute of Sri Ramachandra Consciousness (IRSC) will organise a free two-day introductory course on 'Pranahuti Aided Meditation' at its Visakhapatnam centre at Kurmannapalem on July 26 and 27. The introductory course will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both days. Registration will end on July 25, according to Y. Narayana Murthy of IRSC Vizag centre. For registration and more information, contact mobile no.'s 8500094810 or 9490423383. They can also log on to the website:
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Barnes & Noble opening over 60 new stores, including one in Port St. Lucie, Florida
As the Barnes & Noble brand continues to grow, the company is expanding with plans to open over 60 locations in the United States, including one in Port St. Lucie. A Barnes & Noble bookstore will open at 1745 St. Lucie West Blvd. in Town Center at St Lucie West, where Party City used to be. The Party City closed after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Dec. 21 and closed all its stores nationwide. "Barnes & Noble is enjoying a period of tremendous growth as the strategy to hand control of each bookstore to its local booksellers has proven so successful," the bookseller said in a February news release. "In 2024, Barnes & Noble opened more new bookstores in a single year than it had in the whole decade from 2009 to 2019." The over 13,000 square-foot store is targeted to open by November, but the date is subject to change, according to Barnes & Noble spokesperson Janine Flanigan. Budget cuts: As public radio faces federal and state funding cuts, will WQCS at IRSC sign off for good? Netflix show: 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure' anime's new season set in Port St. Lucie Barnes & Noble has opened new locations in Naples, Tampa and Tequesta this year, according to its website. This Port St. Lucie location will be the second Barnes & Noble on the Treasure Coast, with one in Jensen Beach at 3001 N.W. Federal Highway. Barnes & Noble said on its website that there are about 600 stores across the United States as of 2022. Gianna Montesano is TCPalm's trending reporter. You can contact her at 772-409-1429, or follow her on X @gonthescene. This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Barnes and Noble opening 60 stores including Port St. Lucie
Mint
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- Mint
Study finds teen drivers spend 21% of their time on phones while driving
A new study has raised serious concerns about distracted driving among teenagers, revealing that teen drivers in the United States spend as much as 21% of their time behind the wheel looking at their phones. The research, conducted at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, involved survey responses from 1,126 teen drivers across all four regions of the U.S., along with in-depth interviews with a smaller group of high schoolers. The findings paint a worrying picture of how frequently smartphones are used while driving, even when young drivers are aware of the risks. What's particularly alarming is that more than 5% of the total driving time involved glances at phones lasting two seconds or longer, enough to qualify as dangerous, especially at high speeds. Despite being aware that distracted driving is unsafe, most participants admitted to using their phones regularly while driving. 'Distracted driving is a serious public health threat and particularly concerning among young drivers,' said Dr. Rebecca Robbins, the study's lead author. 'Driving distracted doesn't just put the driver at risk of injury or death, it puts everyone else on the road in danger of an accident.' Although 30% of phone usage was attributed to navigation, teens were more likely to use their phones for messaging (40%) and entertainment apps (65%). The study notes that while teens understand the dangers, the behaviour has become normalised due to peer influence. 'Many teens acknowledged that while their parents and peers disapproved of using phones while driving, they often did it because their friends did the same,' the researchers wrote. To address this growing concern, the study suggests that interventions must focus not just on education, but also on shifting social norms and promoting practical steps. Dr. Robbins emphasised the need to 'enable safety features like 'Do Not Disturb While Driving' and physically separate drivers from their phones.' Apple introduced the 'Do Not Disturb While Driving' feature in iOS 11, and a separate study by an insurance company found that 70% of iPhone users have enabled it. However, compliance among teens appears to be low, according to this latest report. The issue isn't confined to the U.S. In India, a 2018 study by the India Road Safety Collaboration (IRSC), an initiative led by IIT students in partnership with Ford, found that 25% of parents admitted to using mobile phones while driving with their children in the car. Although phone use while driving is legally prohibited in India, enforcement remains inconsistent, and violations are widespread, according to traffic authorities. The study comes amid growing debate over road safety laws in the U.S. While some states have imposed stricter rules around mobile phone use while driving, others still allow it under certain conditions. Critics argue that licensing requirements in the U.S. are too lenient, especially for young drivers, and call for stronger enforcement and better training. Parents of teen drivers are being urged to take a more active role in talking to their children about distracted driving and to make use of available technology to minimise risks.
Zawya
28-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
IRSC signs agreement with ACO, Sungrow, and Tongwei for 75 MW solar projects in Egypt
Egypt - Arab Consulting Office (ACO), in collaboration with global technology leaders Sungrow and Tongwei, has signed a strategic framework agreement with IRSC for renewable energy solutions to jointly develop 75 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) projects across Egypt. The agreement lays the foundation for a long-term partnership that will leverage Tongwei's high-efficiency PV modules and Sungrow's advanced inverter and energy storage solutions, with ACO serving as the local partner and system integrator. These projects directly contribute to Egypt's Vision 2030, supporting national efforts to increase the share of renewable energy in the country's energy mix and advance decarbonization goals. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Aya Zanaty, Chairperson of ACO, said: 'This agreement marks a new chapter in Egypt's clean energy journey. Through this strategic collaboration, we are reinforcing our commitment to delivering world-class renewable energy projects that accelerate Egypt's transition towards a sustainable future.' She added: 'This partnership builds on over a decade of successful collaboration between ACO and IRSC across multiple clean energy projects in Egypt. It also strengthens ACO's six-year alliance with Sungrow, during which we have co-delivered several utility-scale and commercial & industrial (C&I) solar projects optimized for Egypt's unique climate and grid conditions.' Commenting on the agreement, Andrew Daniel, Chairperson of IRSC, said: 'Our partnership reflects a shared vision of empowering communities through sustainable energy solutions. By combining global expertise with local execution, we aim to drive impactful change and support Egypt's leadership in the renewable energy sector.' He continued: 'This collaboration also stands as a model for the successful adoption of clean technologies within Egypt's industrial sector. We look forward to further partnerships with global companies to achieve a more sustainable future.' This strategic agreement adds to IRSC's growing portfolio of achievements. Following the successful delivery of numerous renewable energy projects supporting industrial decarbonization, IRSC continues to set new benchmarks for integrating sustainable technologies at scale. Through its expanding network of local and international partners, IRSC is playing a pivotal role in shaping Egypt's transition to a greener economy. Moustafa Abdelmonem, North Africa Director at Sungrow, commented: 'Egypt is a cornerstone of Sungrow's regional strategy, and we are proud to bring our advanced inverter and energy storage technologies to one of the region's most promising renewable energy markets. This agreement with ACO and IRSC reflects our shared commitment to delivering reliable, scalable, and future-ready energy solutions that align with Egypt's national goals and long-term sustainability vision.' Harvey Zhang, Sales Director of MENA at Tongwei, also noted: 'Egypt represents a strategic milestone in Tongwei's global expansion. We are honored to partner with ACO and IRSC, two trusted local leaders with proven impact. Together, we aim to accelerate the adoption of high-efficiency solar technologies and support the region's transition to clean, affordable, and resilient energy systems.'
Daily News Egypt
27-04-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
IRSC signs agreement with ACO, Sungrow, and Tongwei for 75 MW solar projects in Egypt
Arab Consulting Office (ACO), in collaboration with global technology leaders Sungrow and Tongwei, has signed a strategic framework agreement with IRSC for renewable energy solutions to jointly develop 75 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaic (PV) projects across Egypt. The agreement lays the foundation for a long-term partnership that will leverage Tongwei's high-efficiency PV modules and Sungrow's advanced inverter and energy storage solutions, with ACO serving as the local partner and system integrator. These projects directly contribute to Egypt's Vision 2030, supporting national efforts to increase the share of renewable energy in the country's energy mix and advance decarbonization goals. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Aya Zanaty, Chairperson of ACO, said: 'This agreement marks a new chapter in Egypt's clean energy journey. Through this strategic collaboration, we are reinforcing our commitment to delivering world-class renewable energy projects that accelerate Egypt's transition towards a sustainable future.' She added: 'This partnership builds on over a decade of successful collaboration between ACO and IRSC across multiple clean energy projects in Egypt. It also strengthens ACO's six-year alliance with Sungrow, during which we have co-delivered several utility-scale and commercial & industrial (C&I) solar projects optimized for Egypt's unique climate and grid conditions.' Commenting on the agreement, Andrew Daniel, Chairperson of IRSC, said: 'Our partnership reflects a shared vision of empowering communities through sustainable energy solutions. By combining global expertise with local execution, we aim to drive impactful change and support Egypt's leadership in the renewable energy sector.' He continued: 'This collaboration also stands as a model for the successful adoption of clean technologies within Egypt's industrial sector. We look forward to further partnerships with global companies to achieve a more sustainable future.' This strategic agreement adds to IRSC's growing portfolio of achievements. Following the successful delivery of numerous renewable energy projects supporting industrial decarbonization, IRSC continues to set new benchmarks for integrating sustainable technologies at scale. Through its expanding network of local and international partners, IRSC is playing a pivotal role in shaping Egypt's transition to a greener economy. Moustafa Abdelmonem, North Africa Director at Sungrow, commented: 'Egypt is a cornerstone of Sungrow's regional strategy, and we are proud to bring our advanced inverter and energy storage technologies to one of the region's most promising renewable energy markets. This agreement with ACO and IRSC reflects our shared commitment to delivering reliable, scalable, and future-ready energy solutions that align with Egypt's national goals and long-term sustainability vision.' Harvey Zhang, Sales Director of MENA at Tongwei, also noted: 'Egypt represents a strategic milestone in Tongwei's global expansion. We are honored to partner with ACO and IRSC, two trusted local leaders with proven impact. Together, we aim to accelerate the adoption of high-efficiency solar technologies and support the region's transition to clean, affordable, and resilient energy systems.'
