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Boston Globe
19 hours ago
- Business
- Boston Globe
Mayor Wu says interest is growing in downtown office-housing conversion program
'We're still going by trying to expand the footprint of what kinds of buildings will qualify for that,' Wu said. Advertisement Actual construction, though, Wu rattled off several other city housing initiatives: a $110 million 'Housing Accelerator Fund' to help jump-start market-rate housing stalled by high borrowing and construction costs, selling off surplus city-owned sites, streamlining permitting for big projects, implementing citywide zoning, and a newly launched 'co-purchasing' pilot program to help households team up to buy multifamily properties. Advertisement 281 Franklin Street is the first office-to-residential conversion to begin construction in downtown Boston. Lane Turner/Globe Staff And she fielded a separate question from Thomson about buttressing the city's competitiveness, by indicating that perhaps the most important attraction for businesses is 'making sure Boston is a city where employees, where people, want to build their lives.' There was little indication of how some of Wu's more progressive policies — increased requirements for affordable housing, for example, or climate-friendly construction — faces resistance in some corners of the business community. A number of prominent executives have donated to her most prominent challenger in the fall election, Josh Kraft, a former nonprofit executive and one of Patriots owner Robert Kraft's sons. To introduce Wu at the AIM event, M&T Bank regional president Grace Lee talked about how the mayor stood her ground before confrontational members of Congress in March, over immigration policies. 'Mayor Wu bore the weight of our city, the weight of our state [and], I felt, the weight of our nation,' Lee said. 'Everyone that needed a voice, she stood up for.' Wu hearkened back to that moment in Washington when Thomson asked about the mayor's controversial rollout of more bike lanes, a rollout that Kraft targeted 'When I was sitting in that congressional hearing room in D.C.,' Wu recalled, 'and the questions were coming fast and furious and trying to, you know, call me names, and this and that, I quickly realized, ... none of these congressional Republicans have been in a bike lane meeting in the city of Boston.' Advertisement This is an installment of our weekly Bold Types column about the movers and shakers on Boston's business scene. Jon Chesto can be reached at
Man of Many
a day ago
- General
- Man of Many
For Lark's Chris Thomson, Whisky-Making is All About the ‘Intangibles'
A Whisky-Maker's Responsibility Now regarded as an elder statesman of the Australian industry—much to his dismay—the cheeky Tasmanian has come to appreciate not only the slow process of building complexity but also the profound impact that those flavours can impart. 'I've realised the responsibility that we have as whisky producers to our consumers; we might be invited to be part of the most important day in someone's entire life,' Thomson tells me. 'When you start to think about it like that, whisky making becomes really simple at that point. It just becomes a commitment; a commitment to your consumer and to who is coming to pick it up off that shelf. It's just a commitment that you are going to give every bit of blood, sweat and tears to something important.' As he leaves that sentence to linger in the air, as much for himself as it is for me, I suddenly realise what Chris is on about. I guess I had never thought much about the ritualism and status afforded to whisky. To me, cracking a bottle in celebration was just something you did; a liquid acknowledgement of some important milestone, but to makers like Chris, there is no higher praise. 'If someone said to you, 'You have to put together some work and the culmination of that work will be that I will toast the birth of my child', you would think 'Oh my God, what an honour'. I'm going to do every single thing that I can to make this the most extraordinary experience I possibly can.' 'When you look at what Lark is culturally, it's the question of 'Are you happy to get up at five in the morning in freezing mid-winter to make sure that you got your mash right or your ferment? Did you go through and make every tasting? Did you smell every cask? We're chasing this experience that has to be incredible. Someone might pick up that bottle and take it to a funeral of a loved one, or they'll have it on their wedding day.'
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Thomson launches Phoenix series 43-inch QLED TV with 50W audio at Rs 21,499
French consumer electronics brand Thomson has expanded its product portfolio in India with the launch of its latest 43-inch QLED TV. The company claims that this TV is designed to offer an immersive viewing experience, vibrant colour reproduction, and advanced performance. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The 43-inch Thomson QLED TV features a bezel-less design with a metallic finish. It comes equipped with a QLED 4K display with HDR 10 and Wide Colour Gamut (WCG), Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Atmos with DTS TruSurround. The television also comes with 2GB RAM, 16GB ROM, Dual Band (2.4 + 5)GHz Wi-Fi support and Google TV OS. For audio, the new TV boasts two 50-watt speakers. Additionally, the new THOMSON Phoenix series TVs provide access to over 10,000 apps and games, including Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, Apple TV, Voot, Zee5, and Sony LIV, along with more than 500,000 TV shows via the Google Play Store. Thomson's new 43-inch QLED TV: Price and Availability The new Thomson 43-inch QLED TV is priced at Rs 21,499. It will go on sale exclusively on Flipkart starting June 27. Thomson's new 43-inch QLED TV: Key highlights Here's a rundown of the key specs and features of the new Thomson's Phoenix series 43-inch QLED TV: Category Feature Display QLED 4K with 1 Billion Colours – Ultra-sharp visuals and vibrant colour reproduction Processor AI PQ Chipset, ARM Cortex A55*4, Realtek AI-powered chipset with smooth motion and Google ecosystem integration HDR Support HDR10 – Enhances contrast and dynamic range Audio Dolby Atmos + DTS TruSurround with 50W output (2 speakers) for immersive sound Design Sleek, bezel-less design with premium metallic finish Operating System Google TV OS – Access 10,000+ apps, including Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, Apple TV, etc. Smart Features AI PQ Chipset, AI Smooth Motion (60Hz), multiple picture & sound modes Voice Control Google Assistant built-in, hands-free voice navigation Connectivity Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, Chromecast, AirPlay, gamepad/headphone/keyboard support RAM & Storage 2GB RAM + 16GB internal storage Graphics ARM Cortex A554 Processor with Mali-G312 GPU Ports 3 HDMI (ARC, CEC), 2 USB, Optical Output Picture Modes 6 Modes – Standard, Vivid, Sport, Movie, Game, User Sound Modes Multiple sound modes for a tailored audio experience Broadcast Standards Supports DVB-C, DVB-T/T2 Speakers 50W output for powerful sound
The Print
2 days ago
- Business
- The Print
Sale of defective TV: E-commerce firm, manufacturer found guilty of deficiency in service
It ordered the e-commerce company and the manufacturer to refund Rs 13,999 paid for the defective TV along with interest as well as give additional compensation of Rs 15,000 for mental agony and inconvenience and Rs 5,000 towards litigation costs. The manufacturer's defence of attempting to resolve the issue was not supported by substantial proof, indicating a 'lackadaisical approach', the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, South Mumbai said in an order passed earlier this month. Mumbai, Jun 26 (PTI) Ruling that Flipkart cannot 'escape liability' as 'mere intermediary' in an online purchase, a consumer commission here has found the e-commerce platform and television manufacturing company Thomson guilty of deficiency in service after a defective TV was delivered to a customer. The complainant had purchased a Thomson brand LED TV via Flipkart on February 19, 2021 but it soon began throwing up technical glitches, including power failure, sound issues and display defects. Repeated attempts to seek redressal from the manufacturer and the online seller were in vain as no effective resolution or replacement was provided. The complainant then approached the commission alleging deficiency in service and unfair trade practice. Flipkart contended that it merely operates as an online intermediary facilitating transactions between sellers and consumers and does not sell or manufacture goods, adding that the complainant did not utilize the 10-day replacement policy, following which the responsibility shifted to the manufacturer. Flipkart asserted it was not a 'service provider' under the Consumer Protection Act. Thomson TV India Private Limited claimed the product was covered under warranty, with concerns attended to as per standard terms. The firm attributed delays or non-functionality to misuse, mishandling, or conditions beyond its control. The commission's order said the product malfunctioned shortly after purchase and timely complaints were made. 'Thomson TV's defence that it attempted to resolve the complaint is not supported by any substantial proof such as service visit reports or replacement records. Rather, the correspondence placed on record suggests a lackadaisical approach by the manufacturer's customer service,' the commission held in the order. The commission cited the failure to repair or replace the defective product under warranty as 'deficiency in service' and 'unfair trade practice'. Addressing the e-commerce firm's role, the commission noted the invoice bore Flipkart's branding and that customer service was routed through its platform. Hence, it 'cannot escape liability', the commission said, adding that Consumer Protection (E-commerce) Rules 2020 mandate e-commerce entities to ensure sellers fulfil obligations to consumers. Citing previous Supreme Court rulings, the commission said Flipkart cannot escape liability as a 'mere intermediary' given its active role in the sale and post-sale process. The e-commerce firm and TV manufacturer were jointly and severally liable for the deficiency in service, the commission stated. PTI AVI BNM This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Sky News AU
2 days ago
- Business
- Sky News AU
'No need to rush': ATO issues warning to millions of Australians lodging tax returns from July 1
Australians have been warned against racing to complete their tax returns too early to avoid making mistakes and lodging an amendment. The Australian Taxation Office issued the advice on Thursday ahead of millions of people submitting their returns from next Tuesday, July 1. Taxpayers have been warned to not lodge their returns until their income statement is marked "tax ready" and their data is pre-filled by the ATO. The ATO revealed about 140,000 people who rushed to send off their tax returns in the first two weeks of July last financial year had to lodge amendments, or their submissions were investigated and amended due to inaccuracies. A common error included income that had not been properly declared. ATO Assistant Commissioner Rob Thomson reiterated there is "no need to rush" the tax return process because waiting for information to be pre-filled reduces the likelihood of mistakes. "The best time to lodge is from late July once everything is ready," Mr Thomson said in a statement. "We pre-fill information from your employer, banks, government agencies and health funds into your tax return to help you get it right the first time - regardless of whether you use a registered tax agent or lodge yourself." Taxpayers can encounter delays with their return being processed if they provide incorrect information or submit an amendment. "If you wait until late July to lodge, all you need to do is check your information, add anything that's missing and include any deductions or offsets that you're eligible for," Mr Thomson said. "If you're keen to get your ducks in a row before you lodge, make sure you have all the necessary records, ensure your personal information and bank details are up to date and check the ATO occupation guides to see what deductions you may be able to claim." Aussies have been encouraged to download the ATO app and set up a "strong digital identity" to protect themselves online. Mr Thomson said the ATO app will notify users of any suspicious activity on their accounts. An individual's income statement will be "tax ready" once their employer has finalised the required data, which includes superannuation details. Taxpayers will often receive a notification in their myGov inbox once their tax return is ready to be lodged. Australians have until October 31 to lodge their tax returns.
