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Limpet mine may have damaged Greek tanker off Libya, say sources
Limpet mine may have damaged Greek tanker off Libya, say sources

TimesLIVE

time8 hours ago

  • TimesLIVE

Limpet mine may have damaged Greek tanker off Libya, say sources

A limpet mine may have caused a blast that damaged a Greek tanker sailing off Libya's coast last week, the fifth such incident to hit commercial shipping in the region in recent months, maritime security sources said on Tuesday. The Marshall Islands-flagged tanker Vilamoura had left the Libyan port of Zuetina on June 27 to head to Gibraltar with some 1-million barrels of oil when there was an explosion in the engine room, its Greece-based operator TMS said on Monday. According to initial assessments, a limpet mine was a likely cause of the blast, four maritime security sources said. A company representative with knowledge of the matter told Reuters that TMS was in no position to know what caused the blast until a full assessment of the damage was conducted once the vessel arrived in Greece later on Tuesday or on July 2. The tanker's last position was off Greece's southern coast, ship tracking data on the MarineTraffic platform showed on Tuesday. The ship's engine room was flooded due to the blast and the vessel lost maneuverability, although it was able to be towed towards Greece, TMS added in a statement on Monday.

Major delay: Police website experiences difficulties as thousands apply for programme
Major delay: Police website experiences difficulties as thousands apply for programme

The Citizen

timea day ago

  • The Citizen

Major delay: Police website experiences difficulties as thousands apply for programme

The SAPS' official website is experiencing major delays as 67 774 people applied for the Basic Police Learning Development Programme (BPLDP) in 24 hours. Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the applications came in via the e-recruitment system from all over South Africa. 'We are aware that our website is experiencing a delayed response due to traffic volumes. Technology Management Services (TMS), inclusive of IT experts, are continuously monitoring the influx of applications. Applicants are therefore advised to be patient and continue to refresh the careers page,' she said. Mathe reminded applicants that the closing date is 18 July, and all applications should be submitted via the website portal and not via email. Don't have the ZO app? Download it to your Android or Apple device here: HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!

Bay Psychiatric Associates Hosts Open House for Healthcare Providers
Bay Psychiatric Associates Hosts Open House for Healthcare Providers

Business Wire

time2 days ago

  • Health
  • Business Wire

Bay Psychiatric Associates Hosts Open House for Healthcare Providers

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bay Psychiatric Associates is excited to announce a successful Open House event at its newly expanded San Mateo location, held on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025. This event welcomed healthcare providers interested in learning more about the clinic's comprehensive mental health services, including Ketamine/Spravato, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Outpatient Services such as Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We're thrilled to open our doors to healthcare providers in the community and share the innovative treatments we offer to help individuals manage mental health conditions. Share Founded in 1994, Bay Psychiatric Associates has long been a trusted leader in mental health care in the Bay Area. To meet the growing demand for advanced treatment options, the clinic has expanded its services. The multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists and dedicated support staff, works collaboratively to ensure patients receive effective, accessible, and compassionate care. The Open House featured guided tours of the facility, opportunities to meet the clinic's medical and administrative staff, and an in-depth overview of the latest in psychiatric care. Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments were provided, and the event also served as a networking opportunity for local healthcare professionals to connect and discuss potential referral partnerships. 'We're thrilled to open our doors to healthcare providers in the community and share the innovative treatments we offer to help individuals manage mental health conditions,' said Dr. Roberto Estrada, Interventional Psychiatry Medical Director at Bay Psychiatric Associates. 'Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that our services are not only effective but also accessible to those who need them most. We look forward to discussing these advancements with our colleagues in the healthcare field.' About Bay Psychiatric Associates Bay Psychiatric Associates is a leading mental health provider in the Bay Area, specializing in innovative treatments for mental health conditions, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Spravato (esketamine), and ketamine therapy. The clinic's multidisciplinary team is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to patients struggling with depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. Outpatient clinics are located in Berkeley, San Francisco, Corte Madera, and San Mateo. Learn more via our website.

Last Mile Solutions ("LMS") and Orchestro.AI Partner to Power Smarter E-Commerce Delivery Networks
Last Mile Solutions ("LMS") and Orchestro.AI Partner to Power Smarter E-Commerce Delivery Networks

USA Today

time2 days ago

  • Business
  • USA Today

Last Mile Solutions ("LMS") and Orchestro.AI Partner to Power Smarter E-Commerce Delivery Networks

Last Mile Solutions (LMS), a high-performance parcel carrier designed for e-commerce, and a logistics intelligence platform transforming delivery decision-making, today announced a strategic partnership to build smarter, more adaptive shipping infrastructure for the modern commerce economy. LMS operates a flexible, California-compliant logistics network serving high-growth sectors including meal kits, fresh produce, and traditional e-commerce. With consistent next-day service, LMS meets the rising demand for precision, speed, and regulatory alignment in complex urban, suburban, and rural environments across the U.S. Through this partnership, LMS will embed Orchestro's intelligence layer into its operations – enhancing network planning, market responsiveness, and decision velocity. Orchestro will also enable integration into third-party systems – including WMS, TMS, OMS, and CRM platforms – to streamline data exchange and execution across the supply chain. The platform's predictive capabilities allow LMS to adjust delivery operations based on live weather patterns, traffic disruptions, and localized risk signals such as theft or social unrest. These signals power near real-time communications with customers and help shippers reduce losses tied to delay, damage, and package theft. The partnership enables LMS delivery stations to move beyond static dashboards and interact directly with their operational data – using conversational AI agents and augmented intelligence to make faster, smarter decisions in real time. Whether resolving a delivery exception or rerouting a driver, these tools bring intelligence to the edge of the network, where timing and context matter most. 'LMS delivers where legacy systems fall short – in sectors that demand both speed and precision,' said Doug Schwartz, CEO and Co-Founder of Last Mile Solutions. 'This partnership gives us the visibility and intelligence we need to act decisively – while remaining committed to operational excellence and customer trust.' Together, the companies will deploy solutions that help LMS grow its customer base, optimize delivery performance, and streamline operations across high-volume markets. The partnership also supports LMS's expansion into a nationwide delivery network by orchestrating seamless collaboration with national and regional carrier partners – delivering consistent service, intelligence, and value at scale. 'We are architecting a new era of logistics – one where intelligence moves with the network,' said Shekar Natarajan, Founder and CEO of 'By partnering with carriers purpose-built for e-commerce, like LMS, we're transforming how delivery happens at the edge: dynamic, data-driven, and tuned for the speed of modern demand.' About Last Mile Solutions LMS is a California-based parcel carrier built for the demands of modern commerce. LMS Core: LMS's proprietary next-day delivery network powered by our professional, uniformed, background-checked drivers in commercial delivery vehicles – faster delivery, better service, lower cost. LMS Reach: LMS's network of carrier partners, complementing LMS's Core network to enable fast, cost-effective delivery to 100% of zip codes in the continental U.S. LMS Lift: Revolutionary middle mile platform, enabling 2-day delivery to over 70% of the US population at rates cheaper than traditional 5-8-day ground competition. LMS combines speed, regulatory compliance, and operational transparency across a flexible last mile delivery network. For media inquiries, please contact: Shekar Natarajan shekar@ About is a logistics intelligence platform that turns shipping data, carrier agreements, and fulfillment workflows into real-time decisions. Its AI-driven tools help carriers, shippers, and store networks plan smarter, operate faster, and adapt dynamically to an evolving delivery landscape. SOURCE: View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire

I had a stroke two years ago and STILL can't swallow – help!
I had a stroke two years ago and STILL can't swallow – help!

Scottish Sun

time4 days ago

  • Health
  • Scottish Sun

I had a stroke two years ago and STILL can't swallow – help!

Got a health-related problem? Send it to Zoe, email below ASK DR ZOE I had a stroke two years ago and STILL can't swallow – help! OUR resident specialist and NHS GP, Dr Zoe Williams, shares her expert advice. Today, Dr Zoe helps a reader who is suffering from total dysphagia and wants to know which treatments are available. Advertisement 2 Dr Zoe Williams helps Sun readers with their health concerns Credit: Olivia West 2 This week a reader still does not have the ability to swallow following a stroke two years ago Q) FOLLOWING a stroke two years ago at the age of 69, I have total dysphagia and have been peg tube fed since. Everything else is back to normal except the ability to swallow but despite doing all the exercises, given by the Speech and Language Therapy team, nothing has worked. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation therapy is private and expensive. Is there any other treatment available? A) Dysphagia is the inability to swallow, which is why you have been fed via a tube into the stomach. Advertisement I'm sorry to hear that you haven't seen improvement despite support from SALT. NMES aims to retrain the nerves and muscles, and SALT exercises increase effectiveness. But it lacks sufficient robust evidence at the moment to be rolled out. However, it can be used as part of clinical trials or audits. A newer NHS-supported treatment, pharyngeal electrical stimulation, targets the throat's pharynx region. It aims to 'rewire' nerve pathways. Clinical trials (eg, the PHADER study) show it improves swallowing safety and reduces aspiration risk in stroke patients. The NHS is also currently investigating transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) aimed to reactivate swallowing centres in the brain. Advertisement Other therapies include Botox if muscle stiffness is an issue and surgery to dilate the oesophagus. Do request a multidisciplinary reassessment (neurologist and SALT) to explore your options. And do ask about NHS trials. Send your questions for Dr Zoe to: health@

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