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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Land Registry releases statistics for May

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The Land Registry today (June 3) released its statistics for May 2025.
     
    Land registration    
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    *   The number of sale and purchase agreements for all building units received for registration in May was 6 442 (-10.9 per cent compared with April 2025 and -12.5 per cent compared with May 2024)
     
    *   The 12-month moving average for May was 5 643 (1.3 per cent below the 12-month moving average for April 2025 but 17.1 per cent above that for May 2024)
     
    *   The total consideration for sale and purchase agreements of building units in May was $49.8 billion (-0.5 per cent compared with April 2025 and -20.0 per cent compared with May 2024)
     
    *   Among the sale and purchase agreements, 5 105 were for residential units (-10.3 per cent compared with April 2025 and -8.0 per cent compared with May 2024)
     
    *   The total consideration for sale and purchase agreements in respect of residential units was $38.2 billion (-9.4 per cent compared with April 2025 and -28.3 per cent compared with May 2024)
     
    Statistics on sales of residential units do not include sale and purchase agreements relating to sales of units under the Home Ownership Scheme, the Private Sector Participation Scheme, the Tenants Purchase Scheme, etc, unless the premium of the unit concerned has been paid after the sale restriction period.
     
    Figures on sale and purchase agreements received for the past 12 months, the year-on-year rate of change and breakdown figures on residential sales have also been released.
     
    As deeds may not be lodged with the Land Registry until up to 30 days after the transaction, these statistics generally relate to land transactions in the previous month.
     
    Land search    
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    *   The number of searches of land registers made by the public in May was 403 745 (+9.6 per cent compared with April 2025 but -0.3 per cent compared with May 2024)
     
    The statistics cover searches made at the counter, through the self-service terminals and via the Integrated Registration Information System Online Services.

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  • MIL-OSI: 21Shares Launches 21Shares Hedera ETP (HDRA) on Euronext

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New ETP offers regulated exposure to one of the most scalable and sustainable distributed ledger technologies

    Zurich, 3 June 2025 – 21Shares AG (“21Shares”), one of the world’s largest issuers of crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs), today announced the launch of the 21Shares Hedera ETP (Ticker: HDRA). The product is now listed on Euronext Amsterdam (USD) and Euronext Paris (EUR), offering investors simple, transparent, and regulated access to Hedera’s enterprise-grade DLT (distributed ledger technology).

    Exchange Product Name Ticker ISIN Fee
    Euronext Paris and Euronext Amsterdam 21Shares Hedera ETP HDRA CH1456607683 2.50%

    The 21Shares Hedera ETP provides 100% physically backed exposure to HBAR, the native token of the Hedera network. It allows investors to gain institutional-grade access, directly through traditional bank or brokerage accounts, to one of the most energy-efficient and scalable distributed ledger technologies available today.

    “With its unique architecture, strong governance model, and real-world adoption, Hedera stands out as one of the most advanced distributed ledger technologies on the market,” said Duncan Moir, President at 21Shares and Board Member at Hedera Hashgraph LLC. “By launching the 21Shares Hedera ETP, we are enabling both institutional and retail investors to participate in the growing Hedera ecosystem through a fully regulated, transparent investment vehicle.”

    Hedera is an open-source distributed ledger designed for real-world innovation and enterprise use. It is governed by a global council of up to 39 renowned institutions, including Google, IBM, LG, Dell, EDF, and Deutsche Telekom, operating under legally binding, transparent terms. This governance model emphasises trust, resilience, and long-term stability – redefining decentralisation for scalable, mainstream adoption.

    “As more institutions seek secure ways to access digital assets, 21Shares continues to lead the way by bridging traditional finance and crypto with clarity and confidence,” said Gregg Bell, Chief Business Officer at Hedera Foundation. “This collaboration gives investors a straightforward way to access HBAR and brings them closer to a network trusted by leading institutions worldwide.”

    Unlike traditional blockchains, Hedera leverages its novel Hashgraph consensus mechanism that delivers industry-leading performance. It supports up to 500,000 transactions per second under testing conditions, offers predictable, fixed fees in USD, and consumes just 0.000003 kWh per transaction – making it 1,000 times more energy-efficient than a typical Visa transaction. 

    For more information, visit www.21Shares.com.

    Notes to editors

    About 21Shares

    21Shares is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange traded product providers and offers the largest suite of crypto ETPs in the market. The company was founded to make cryptocurrency more accessible to investors, and to bridge the gap between traditional finance and decentralized finance. 21Shares listed the world’s first physically-backed crypto ETP in 2018, building a seven-year track record of creating crypto exchange-traded funds that are listed on some of the biggest, most liquid securities exchanges globally. Backed by a specialized research team, proprietary technology, and deep capital markets expertise, 21Shares delivers innovative, simple and cost-efficient investment solutions.

    21Shares is a member of 21.co, a global leader in decentralized finance. For more information, please visit www.21Shares.com

    Media Contact
    Matteo Valli
    matteo.valli@21shares.com

    About Hedera Foundation

    Hedera Foundation fuels the innovation and development of public-network applications on the Hedera network. By providing grants, technical assistance, and community support, we empower projects that leverage Hedera’s fast, secure, and sustainable ledger to solve real-world problems. Learn more at hedera.foundation.

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    Exclusively for potential investors in any EEA Member State that has implemented the Prospectus Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 the Issuer’s Base Prospectus (EU) is made available on the Issuer’s website under www.21Shares.com.

    The approval of the Issuer’s Base Prospectus (EU) should not be understood as an endorsement by the SFSA of the securities offered or admitted to trading on a regulated market. Eligible potential investors should read the Issuer’s Base Prospectus (EU) and the relevant Final Terms before making an investment decision in order to understand the potential risks associated with the decision to invest in the securities. You are about to purchase a product that is not simple and may be difficult to understand.

    This document constitutes advertisement within the meaning of the Prospectus Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 and the Swiss Financial Services Act (the “FinSA”) and not a prospectus. The 2024 Base Prospectus of 21Shares AG has been deposited pursuant to article 54(2) FinSA with BX Swiss AG in its function as Swiss prospectus review body within the meaning of article 52 FinSA. The 2024 Base Prospectus and the key information document for any products may be obtained at 21Shares AG’s website (https://21shares.com/ir/prospectus or https://21shares.com/ir/kids).

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    The MIL Network –

  • MIL-OSI Economics: Klaas Knot: Banking on buffers – why we need resilience in times of uncertainty

    Source: Bank for International Settlements

    A very good morning to you all. Welcome to De Nederlandsche Bank. We are very happy to host this event here in our newly renovated building. I strongly support these kinds of exchanges of views between banks, academia and the public sector, and the IBF plays an important role in facilitating them.

    This Round Table bears an interesting, and perhaps somewhat surprising, title: ‘Tougher Times for Banks: Torn between Resilience, Competition and Stability’. Personally, I regard resilience, competition and stability all as good things, so I was wondering what you find so disturbing about this. But perhaps I should read the title as diplomatic language for ‘Torn between competitors, difficult regulators, and a world that has gone insane.’ You understand, being Dutch, I have a certain reputation to maintain.

    But still, even if my interpretation is right, I should speak a word of caution here. Or in fact, reassurance. Because sometimes we tend to see trade-offs where in reality there aren’t any.

    Let’s take regulation for example. Banking regulation often seems to resemble the swinging motion of a pendulum. After a financial crisis, lessons are learned and financial regulation is tightened. We saw this very prominently after the great financial crisis of 2008. And then after some years, the memories of the crisis fade in the rearview mirror, and calls go up for relaxing financial regulation. And this is what we currently see.

    That seems to assume that there is a trade-off between banking regulation and all the good things of economic life: profitability, dynamism, economic growth. And I know that many in the banking sector view regulation as a constraint, something that limits profitability and imposes undue costs.

    But, and that should not come as a surprise to you, I would argue against that. In fact, it’s just the other way around. Banking regulation is not an obstacle to growth, it is an enabler of sustainable, long-term growth. Banks with strong capital positions and sound liquidity management are better positioned to extend and rollover credit, invest in new technologies and finance large-scale projects. They are better able to maintain lending during an economic downturn. And stronger banks can secure more favourable funding conditions, attract long-term customers and build partnerships that increase shareholder value.

    That’s not just theory. We have seen it in practice. During the Covid pandemic the banking sector was able to function as a shock absorber, rather than a shock amplifier. Thanks to stronger buffers, banks were able to absorb losses and continue extending credit when the economy took a hit as a result of the lockdowns. That was in large part thanks the comprehensive reform of banking regulation after the great financial crisis. Suppose we hadn’t done this. We would probably have had a banking crisis on top of a global health crisis.

    Even after the pandemic, we had a number of shocks that triggered financial market turmoil. Such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the ensuing energy crisis, double digit inflation, and recently, a trade war. During all of these episodes, although surely there was instability at the fringes, the core of the financial system, including the banking system, held up relatively well. I am convinced that this is the result of the hard work we did on strengthening the system in previous years.

    Now, have lawmakers and regulators done a perfect job? No, of course not. That would have been highly remarkable. Over the past 15 years, a great deal of regulation has been introduced from various angles. At the global, EU and national level. Micro versus macro. New risks are identified while older ones seldomly disappear. Regulation always creates new imperfections, and there is indeed some overlap, for example in resolution versus recovery. And at times there is a lack of proportionality for smaller institutions. That is certainly something we can look into.

    But for those arguing for simplification beyond this, please keep in mind that simple rules are less risk-sensitive and thus lead to stricter requirements. You want simpler rules? Sure, but those rules are then calibrated at a more prudent level. That is the logic behind the standardised approach. That is also the logic behind the leverage ratio.

    Most importantly, we should be careful not to confuse simplification with deregulation. Deregulation means effectively lowering buffers by relaxing the rules. That would increase both vulnerability in the banking system and the likelihood of financial crises. That would be a big mistake.

    We should be wary of undoing the hard work that has gone into strengthening the financial system over the past decade and a half. Especially now, in this time of unusually high uncertainty, both on the economic and political front.

    So we need to maintain the overall level of resilience. And in fact, in some areas, our work to make the banking sector more resilient is not yet complete. For one thing, the final Basel III standards, that are meant to repair key weaknesses in banking regulation, still need to be implemented in many jurisdictions. In the meantime, the banking turmoil of two years ago was a reminder that bank failures are not a thing of the past.

    Also, the non-bank financial sector has greatly expanded. Recent episodes of market turmoil have confirmed weaknesses in this sector when it comes to leverage and liquidity. So now we need to bring the NBFI sector to an equal level of resilience as the banking sector. At the Financial Stability Board, we have pushed hard for this, and we will continue to do so.

    The title of this Round Table also mentions competition. John D. Rockefeller once said: ‘Competition is a sin.’ I might have felt the same way if I had been in his position. But from today’s perspective, I would say: unfair competition is a sin. And as regulators, if there is one thing we can do to promote fair competition, it is to provide a level playing field. Banking rules work best when they work everywhere. If regulation is implemented unevenly across jurisdictions, a patchwork of regulations will arise that opens the door to regulatory arbitrage. Banks may be tempted to shift operations to regions with looser standards. An uneven playing field undermines confidence in the global banking system, disrupts competition, and ultimately increases systemic risk.

    Since the financial system is a global system, we need global rules. And for this we need global cooperation. It is obvious that this is where the big challenge lies today. If we want to meet today’s challenges to financial stability, we have to continue to work together as nations. And we need to stay committed to the institutions we have built to underpin that cooperation, such as the Basel Committee and the FSB.

    Let me wrap up. There is no trade-off between financial stability and economic growth. Rather, financial stability is a necessary precondition for sustainable economic growth. And for that, we need a resilient banking sector, supported by strong buffers. This is a message I will be repeating over and over again in my final weeks as the president of DNB. By the end of June you will all be completely fed up with me. That’s ok. As long as you remember the message. Because, somehow, we tend to forget.

    MIL OSI Economics –

  • MIL-OSI China: Announcement on Open Market Operations No.103 [2025]

    Source: Peoples Bank of China

    Announcement on Open Market Operations No.103 [2025]

    (Open Market Operations Office, June 3, 2025)

    The People’s Bank of China conducted reverse repo operations in the amount of RMB454.5 billion through quantity bidding at a fixed interest rate on June 3, 2025.

    Details of the Reverse Repo Operations

    Maturity

    Rate

    Bidding Volume

    Winning Bid Volume

    7 days

    1.40%

    RMB454.5 billion

    RMB454.5 billion

    Date of last update Nov. 29 2018

    2025年06月03日

    MIL OSI China News –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: China records nearly 5.91 million inbound and outbound trips during Duanwu holiday weekend

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, June 3 (Xinhua) — China recorded about 5.91 million inbound and outbound trips during the three-day weekend to celebrate the traditional Duanwu, or Dragon Boat, Festival, up 2.7 percent year on year, data released by the National Immigration Administration showed Tuesday.

    This year, Duanwu Festival fell on May 31st and the holiday lasted from May 31st to June 2nd.

    A particularly notable increase was observed among foreigners who entered China without a visa. According to the data of the said department, during the holidays their number reached 231 thousand, with an increase of 59.4 percent year-on-year.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Juicy Burger Festival brings the sizzle to Beijing

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Editor’s Note: The Juicy Burger Festival gave Beijing a delicious weekend to savor from May 31-June 2, coinciding with the traditional Chinese Dragon Boat Festival. Nearly 60 gourmet burger brands served up more than 140 innovative patty creations, including Chinese-Western fusion flavors. Rock bands kept the crowds entertained with live performances throughout the weekend.

    A scene from the Juicy Burger Festival in Beijing, May 31, 2025. The three-day festival, which coincided with the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, drew 60 brands showcasing more than 140 hamburgers, including Chinese-Western fusion flavors. [Photo by Yang Chuanli/China.org.cn]

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  • MIL-OSI China: Djokovic beats Norrie to join Nadal in French Open century club

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic cruised past Britain’s Cameron Norrie to secure his 100th singles victory at the French Open on Monday.

    The 38-year-old triumphed 6-2, 6-3, 6-2, reaching the quarterfinals at Roland Garros for the 16th consecutive year.

    “It’s a very pretty number, but 101 victories sound better,” said Djokovic. “I will continue to search for another victory, it’s clearly not finished for me here. I’m very honored to make history in this sport, which has given me everything in my life.”

    Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates defeating Cameron Norrie of Britain after the men’s singles 4th round match at the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros, Paris, France, June 2, 2025. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

    Alexander Zverev advanced to the quarterfinals for the seventh time in eight years after Dutch opponent Tallon Griekspoor retired with an abdominal injury while trailing 6-4, 3-0.

    World No. 1 Jannik Sinner swept 17th seed Andrey Rublev 6-1, 6-3, 6-4. The Italian, who is chasing his third consecutive Grand Slam title, will next face Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik.

    “I’m very, very happy, because things can go quickly in a bad way, especially in best of five,” Sinner said in his on-court interview. “They can go so long, so I’m very happy to finish in three. Night sessions here in Paris are always amazing, so thank you all for coming.”

    On the women’s side, 22-year-old French wildcard Lois Boisson, ranked No. 361 in the world, staged an impressive comeback to defeat third seed Jessica Pegula 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, becoming the first Frenchwoman to reach the Roland Garros last eight since 2017.

    “For the match point, I really felt very tense, and when I saw that my forehand was a winner, well, the whole pressure went off,” Boisson said. “I was just so happy to win and to be able to play the quarterfinals.”

    Elsewhere, American star Coco Gauff beat Russia’s Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-0, 7-5 to set up an all-American quarterfinal clash with Australian Open champion Madison Keys.

    China’s Paris Olympic gold medalist Zheng Qinwen is scheduled to face top seed Aryna Sabalenka on Tuesday on center court. Meanwhile, Zhang Shuai of China and Marcelo Arevalo of El Salvador advanced to the mixed doubles semifinals, marking Zhang’s first-ever appearance in the final four of the Roland Garros mixed doubles. 

    MIL OSI China News –

  • MIL-Evening Report: The Queensland government is cancelling renewable energy projects. Can the state still reach net zero?

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Tony Wood, Program Director, Energy, Grattan Institute

    Johan Larson/Shutterstock

    On the surface, Queensland’s new government is doing exactly what it pledged before winning office in October – repealing the state’s ambitious renewable energy targets and cancelling a huge pumped hydro project near Mackay.

    But since the start of the year, the Crisafulli LNP government has gone further, and it’s less clear where it’s heading.

    Last week, the government abruptly cancelled the A$1 billion Moonlight Ridge wind farm proposal, citing insufficient consultation and a lack of community support.

    At the same time, the government announced it would open another 16,000 square kilometres of the state for gas exploration. The government is also planning to open new gas peaking plants and keep its coal plants open longer.

    So, is the Queensland government backsliding on renewables and climate change?

    The Crisafulli government is still committed to net zero by 2050. Because Queensland still owns its own transmission infrastructure and power plants, the state could shift to clean energy faster than other states. But at present, they don’t appear to be in a rush.

    Many solar farms have already been built in the Sunshine State.
    Lakeview Images/Shutterstock

    Slowdown under way

    Previous Labor governments in Queensland announced plans for large pumped hydro installations as a way to store energy to be available when intermittent wind and solar are not. The largest of these pumped hydro projects was the Pioneer-Burdekin proposal near Mackay, which the government has now canned.

    The Crisafulli government has also asked the Queensland Investment Corporation to examine the financial viability of two other major proposals, the Borumba pumped hydro scheme inland from the Sunshine Coast and the Copperstring transmission project linking Townsville and Mount Isa. This isn’t unusual – new governments often review projects announced by their predecessors.

    Another recent announcement is drawing stronger criticism, however. In April, the Crisafulli government announced plans to make sure large solar and wind farms have the social licence to operate. This, the government announced, would bring the “same rigorous approval processes as other major developments” to bear on renewables.

    If these plans become law, they are likely to make it substantially harder and slower to build large renewables projects.

    The cancellation of the Moonlight Ridge wind farm proposal is instructive. Of the 508 individuals who wrote in response to the development, only 142 were local. In his decision, planning minister Jarrod Bleijie noted: “the representations that I received evidence that the project has not acquired overriding community acceptance”.

    What’s being proposed looks messy. The peak body for renewables in Queensland is highly sceptical, while miners and farmers have also signalled concern.

    But while the Moonlight Ridge cancellation drew headlines, two other wind farm proposals have been approved after being asked to show they had consulted adequately.

    No is easy, yes is hard

    It’s easy to take office and reject the work of predecessors. It’s far harder to outline what will replace it.

    In contrast to other east coast states, Queensland has largely kept control of its sprawling electricity system. The government owns most large coal and gas power plants and all the transmission infrastructure.

    While the new government has indicated renewed support for private sector energy investment, it has provided support for government-owned corporations to develop new gas peaker plants. By contrast, there are very few proposals for new gas plants further south.

    In one sense, it’s no surprise Queensland’s new government has eased off on renewables. Its coal plants are relatively new, and largely owned by the government. This may reduce the urgency for developing a new energy plan, but only for a few years. Planning for a smooth energy transition is a major task, as demonstrated by southern states.

    The state has also profited hugely from gas exported from Gladstone. The government now receives around $1 billion from oil and gas royalties a year.

    Go-fast federally, go-slow at state?

    The thumping Labor majority at this year’s federal election means, at a national level, work on the clean energy transition will accelerate. But this transition is only possible if state and federal governments coordinate well.

    The responsibility for building and maintaining electricity systems in Australia largely falls to the states and territories. But managing large power grids on the east and west coasts requires national-level coordination.

    What the federal government can do, by and large, is set a goal and stump up the cash. As former Labor prime minister Paul Keating once quipped, “never get between a state premier and a bucket of money”.

    The federal government is running a funding program to support renewable generation and storage projects across the country. Three Queensland renewable projects have been approved under this program, including solar farms with battery storage.

    It’s hard to see the state government moving to block these projects.

    Where does this leave us?

    Queensland is signalling it’s not enthused about having an open gate for new renewable projects. Adding time consuming and expensive new consultation hurdles may cause prospective renewable developers to pack up and head south or west.

    Yet the policy’s strategic intent is unclear and is not necessarily against clean energy for the state. Many projects are already under way. The Crisafulli government has shown interest in smaller scale pumped hydro schemes as a way to store energy. And gas peaking plants will be a necessary evil in a high-renewables grid, acting like an emergency diesel generator for the rare periods without enough wind, sun or water.

    The big test will come later this year in the form of the state government’s five year energy plan. Will it deliver the investment to meet the net zero objective while maintaining affordable and reliable power? Right now, many in the clean energy industry are taking a wait-and-see attitude.

    Tony Wood may own shares through his superannuation in companies impacted by energy sector policies

    – ref. The Queensland government is cancelling renewable energy projects. Can the state still reach net zero? – https://theconversation.com/the-queensland-government-is-cancelling-renewable-energy-projects-can-the-state-still-reach-net-zero-257958

    MIL OSI Analysis – EveningReport.nz –

  • MIL-Evening Report: What’s a ‘Strombolian eruption?’ A volcanologist explains what happened at Mount Etna

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Teresa Ubide, ARC Future Fellow and Associate Professor in Igneous Petrology/Volcanology, The University of Queensland

    Fabrizio Villa / Getty Images

    On Monday morning local time, a huge cloud of ash, hot gas and rock fragments began spewing from Italy’s Mount Etna.

    An enormous plume was seen stretching several kilometres into the sky from the mountain on the island of Sicily, which is the largest active volcano in Europe.

    While the blast created an impressive sight, the eruption resulted in no reported injuries or damage and barely even disrupted flights on or off the island. Mount Etna eruptions are commonly described as “Strombolian eruptions” – though as we will see, that may not apply to this event.

    What happened at Etna?

    The eruption began with an increase of pressure in the hot gases inside the volcano. This led to the partial collapse of part of one of the craters atop Etna.

    The collapse allowed what is called a pyroclastic flow: a fast-moving cloud of ash, hot gas and fragments of rock bursting out from inside the volcano.

    Thermal camera images show the eruption and flows of lava down the side of Mount Etna.
    National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology, CC BY

    Next, lava began to flow in three different directions down the mountainside. These flows are now cooling down. On Monday evening, Italy’s National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology announced the volcanic activity had ended.

    Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in the world, so this eruption is reasonably normal.

    What is a Strombolian eruption?

    Volcanologists classify eruptions by how explosive they are. More explosive eruptions tend to be more dangerous, because they move faster and cover a larger area.

    At the mildest end are Hawaiian eruptions. You have probably seen pictures of these: lava flowing sedately down the slope of the volcano. The lava damages whatever it runs into, but it’s a relatively local effect.

    As eruptions grow more explosive, they send ash and rock fragments flying further afield.

    At the more explosive end of the scale are Plinian eruptions. These include the famous eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD, described by the Roman writer Pliny the Younger, which buried the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum under metres of ash.

    In a Plinian eruption, hot gas, ash, and rock can explode high enough to reach the stratosphere – and when the eruption column collapses, the debris falls to Earth and can wreak terrifying destruction over a huge area.

    What about Strombolian eruptions? These relatively mild eruptions are named after Stromboli, another Italian volcano which belches out a minor eruption every 10 to 20 minutes.

    In a Strombolian eruption, chunks of rock and cinders may travel tens or hundreds of metres through the air, but rarely further. The pyroclastic flow from yesterday’s eruption at Etna was rather more explosive than this – so it wasn’t strictly Strombolian.

    Can we forecast volcano eruptions?

    Volcanic eruptions are a bit like weather. They are very hard to predict in detail, but we are a lot better than we used to be at forecasting them.

    To understand what a volcano will do in the future, we first need to know what is happening inside it right now. We can’t look inside directly, but we do have indirect measurements.

    For example, before an eruption magma travels from deep inside the Earth up to the surface. On the way, it pushes rocks apart and can generate earthquakes. If we record the vibrations of these quakes, we can track the magma’s journey from the depths.

    Rising magma can also make the ground near a volcano bulge upwards very slightly, by a few millimetres or centimetres. We can monitor this bulging, for example with satellites, to gather clues about an upcoming eruption.

    Some volcanoes release gas even when they are not strictly erupting. We can measure the chemicals in this gas – and if they change, it can tell us that new magma is on its way to the surface.

    When we have this information about what’s happening inside the volcano, we also need to understand its “personality” to know what the information means for future eruptions.

    Are volcanic eruptions more common than in the past?

    As a volcanologist, I often hear from people that it seems there are more volcanic eruptions now than in the past. This is not the case.

    What is happening, I tell them, is that we have better monitoring systems now, and a very active global media system. So we know about more eruptions – and even see photos of them.

    Monitoring is extremely important. We are fortunate that many volcanoes in places such as Italy, the United States, Indonesia and New Zealand have excellent monitoring in place.

    This monitoring allows local authorities to issue warnings when an eruption is imminent. For a visitor or tourist out to see the spectacular natural wonder of a volcano, listening to these warnings is all-important.

    Teresa Ubide does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. What’s a ‘Strombolian eruption?’ A volcanologist explains what happened at Mount Etna – https://theconversation.com/whats-a-strombolian-eruption-a-volcanologist-explains-what-happened-at-mount-etna-258060

    MIL OSI Analysis – EveningReport.nz –

  • Sanjay Jha-led delegation conveys India’s stance on terrorism to Malaysian political leaders, think-tanks

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    An all-party Indian parliamentary delegation led by Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha held high-level discussions with key Malaysian political leaders and think tanks in Kuala Lumpur on Monday, as part of India’s diplomatic outreach under Operation Sindoor.

    The nine-member delegation arrived in Malaysia on Saturday for the final leg of its multi-nation tour, which previously included stops in Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Indonesia.

    In a meeting with representatives of Malaysia’s People’s Justice Party (PKR), led by YB Sim Tze Tzin, the Indian side reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on terrorism and reaffirmed national unity in the fight against cross-border threats.

    According to a statement from the Indian Embassy in Malaysia, the talks highlighted India’s “resolute approach” under Operation Sindoor.

    Delegation leader Sanjay Kumar Jha also met with YB Saraswathy Kandasami, Malaysia’s Deputy Minister of National Unity.

    Constructive engagements were also held with the Democratic Action Party (DAP), led by YB M. Kula Segaran, Malaysia’s Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for Law and Institutional Reform. Talks centered on Operation Sindoor and diplomatic initiatives taken by India.

    The delegation further met with senior leaders of the Malaysian Indian Congress (MIC), including YBhg Tan Sri Dato SA Vigneswaran and Deputy President YB Datuk Seri M. Saravanan.

    In addition to political meetings, the Indian MPs held extensive discussions with Malaysian think tanks and academic institutions such as the Asia-Europe Institute, the Economic Club of Kuala Lumpur, and the Institute of Strategic and International Studies.

    One think tank delegate described the nine-member team as the “Navaratnas” of India, praising the bipartisan nature of the mission. Discussions focused on India’s “new normal” in national security and the imperative for greater international cooperation in tackling terrorism in all its forms.

    In addition to Jha, the delegation includes MPs Aparajita Sarangi (BJP), Abhishek Banerjee (TMC), Brij Lal (BJP), John Brittas (CPI-M), Pradan Baruah (BJP), and Hemang Joshi (BJP), along with former Union Minister and Congress leader Salman Khurshid, and former Indian Ambassador to France Mohan Kumar.

  • Kanimozhi-led delegation concludes Spain visit, reaffirming India’s stand against terrorism

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    An all-party Indian Parliamentary delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi successfully concluded its visit to Spain in the early hours of Tuesday, conveying India’s zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.

    “The visit of All-Party Parliamentary Delegation to Spain was successful in effectively conveying India’s zero-tolerance approach to terrorism to government leaders, lawmakers, civil society and the Indian diaspora- strengthening bilateral ties and mutual understanding,” the Indian Embassy in Spain shared on X.

    “The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation met with intellectuals, academicians, think tanks and civil society representatives at a discussion hosted by @Spain_India. During the meeting, they reiterated India’s firm stance against terrorism and its unwavering commitment to global peace. Members of the foundation expressed staunch support for India’s efforts and discussed strategies to combat terrorism,” added the Indian embassy.

    Earlier on Monday, the delegation interacted with the Association of Victims of Terrorism (AVT and shared India’s experience in confronting cross-border threats, reaffirming a shared resolve to build a safer and more compassionate world.

    With over 4,800 members, the Association of Victims of Terrorism (AVT) represents individuals directly impacted by acts of terrorism, including many who have yet to receive compensation.

    The delegation, led by DMK MP Kanimozhi, concluded its international outreach with a visit to Spain. The five-nation tour, which began on May 22, included stops in Latvia, Greece, Slovenia, Russia, and Spain.

    Throughout the mission, the delegation engaged with political leaders and civil society organisations to underscore the objectives of Operation Sindoor and reaffirm India’s ongoing efforts to combat Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism.

    Apart from Kanimozhi, the delegation includes Samajwadi Party MP Rajeev Rai, BJP MP Captain Brijesh Chowta (Retd.), RJD MP Prem Chand Gupta, AAP MP Ashok Kumar Mittal, and Former Deputy Permanent Representative of India to the UN, Ambassador Manjeev Singh Puri.

    (With inputs from IANS)

  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Dragonboat race gets ‘M’ Mark status

    Source: Hong Kong Information Services

    The Major Sports Events Committee announced today that it has awarded “M” Mark status to the 2025 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races, which will be held in Victoria Harbour, by Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade, from June 7 to 8.

    Major Sports Events Committee Chairman Wilfred Ng said the event is the largest dragon boat race in Hong Kong and combines sporting endeavour with traditional culture, attracting elite teams and dragon boat athletes from various countries and regions to compete fiercely and vie for honour.

    He added that the race not only promotes dragon boating but also attracts many overseas travellers to the city, strengthening Hong Kong’s status as a centre for major international sports events.

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Identity released in Bellerive investigation

    Source: New South Wales Community and Justice

    Identity released in Bellerive investigation

    Tuesday, 3 June 2025 – 4:35 pm.

    Police investigations are continuing into the death of a 45-year-old man whose body was found in an industrial-sized garbage bin at Bellerive.
    Officers from South East Criminal Investigation Branch have today returned to the Eastern Shore suburb and, in particular, the Percy Street area where the man’s body was found about 9am on Monday (June 2) at the rear of a business premises.
    Police, with the permission of the man’s family, have released his name – Luke Jon Telega – and a photograph of him in the hope members of the public will come forward with information as to his movements.
    “Mr Telega was last seen alive on Saturday night at 10pm, but there remains a gap in the timeline until the discovery of his body by a garbage contractor on Monday morning,” Detective Inspector David Gill said.
    “Detectives have today spoken with members of the public, conducted further door knocking of homes and businesses, and reviewed CCTV footage.
    “An autopsy was conducted earlier today and details of this will not be released to the public. However, police have confirmed there were no visible signs of injury.
    “Police continue to maintain an open mind and treat the death as a case of misadventure, or foul play, or a potential combination of both.”
    Anyone who may have seen Mr Telega in the Bellerive and greater Hobart area, especially on Sunday, June 1, or has information that can assist police is asked to contact 131 444.
    Information can also be supplied anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Volunteer equipment grants open

    Source:

    Applications for the 2025-26 round of the Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) are now open.

    This year the government has announced an additional $15 million in funding for VESEP.

    Under the program, the Victorian Government matches every $1 paid by volunteer groups with a $2 co-contribution to a maximum contribution of $250,000 (up from $150,000).

    CFA Chief Officer Jason Heffernan said brigades and groups from across the state are encouraged to apply for the life-saving equipment which help protect communities.

    “VESEP supports volunteers by providing funding to replace or purchase equipment such as vehicles, trucks, tankers, watercraft, trailers, and can also include minor facility improvements,” Jason said.

    There are five categories under which funding is available:

    • Tankers
    • Specialist and Support Vehicles
    • Operational Equipment
    • Volunteer amenities costing less than $5,000
    • Minor works costing less than $250,000

    “One of the key focuses of the program will be aiding those brigades that have not previously benefitted under VESEP and may face challenges with fundraising,” Jason said.

    In the previous round of funding, CFA received more than $11 million across 167 successful VESEP projects, including six light tankers, 15 Ultralight tankers, six new Big Fills and the replacement of 18 Field Command Vehicles. 

    The 2024-25 round also funded more than 40 brigades received grants for minor works at their station.

    Brigades/Groups can only apply for one project per funding round as per Emergency Management Victoria guidelines.

    Application documents, vehicle flyers, the program guidelines and further information is available on Members Online.

    Applications for the 2025-26 funding round close 28 July 2025, with the announcement of successful projects expected later in the year.

    Submitted by CFA Media

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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Take charge of your upcoming employer obligations

    Source: New places to play in Gungahlin

    It’s important to keep on top of your employer obligations. As the end of financial year approaches, check what you need to do and take note of upcoming key dates:

    • Super guarantee (SG) – Pay all SG contributions by 28 July in full, on time and to the right fund. For the quarter ending 30 June, apply the 11.5% SG rate for salary and wage payments made before 1 July.
    • Super guarantee rate – Increases to 12% on 1 July. This rate applies for payments of salary and wages to eligible workers on and after 1 July, even if some or all of the pay period it relates to is before 1 July.
    • Pay as you go (PAYG) withholding – From 1 July, some withholding schedules and tax tables will be updated, but not all. Use the correct tax tables or the tax withheld calculator to work out how much to withhold from your employees’ payments. Update your payroll software to withhold, report and pay the correct amount of tax.
    • Single touch payroll (STP) reporting – complete a STP finalisation declaration by 14 July.
      • Lodge a finalisation declaration for all employees you’ve paid and reported through STP so they have the right information to lodge their income tax returns.
      • Finalise all employees you’ve paid in the financial year, even those you haven’t paid for a while, like terminated employees.
      • If you change payroll software providers, finalise your records before you change. This ensures you and your employees have accurate information during tax time.

    Routinely review your payroll policies and procedures for any changes that impact your business, and put good record keeping practices in place.

    Stay on top of your reporting, lodgment, and payment deadlines to avoid penalties.

    For more information, visit ato.gov.au/employers or speak with a registered tax professional.

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  • MIL-OSI: Konsolidator launches financial data warehouse – Built for finance, not IT

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Press release no. 3-2025
    Copenhagen, June 3, 2025

    Konsolidator launches financial data warehouse – Built for finance, not IT
    Today, Konsolidator announces the launch of its financial data warehouse, designed specifically for CFOs and finance teams. Built to tackle the data overload facing finance departments, the solution delivers structured, reliable data for reporting without relying on internal IT resources. Part of the product pillar from the company’s 2025–2027 “Resilient Growth” strategy, the data warehouse utilizes Konsolidator’s core expertise in financial reporting.

    A new foundation for financial data
    Konsolidator’s financial data warehouse taps into Konsolidator’s existing experience in financial reporting. The purpose of Konsolidator’s financial data warehouse is to give finance professionals a clean, structured view of their data, ready for reporting and decision-making. Finance teams today face a clear problem: too much data, from too many systems, and no clear way to use it. ERP systems, CRMs, spreadsheets, and planning tools provide complexity instead of insight.

    “It’s no longer about access to data—it’s about making sense of it. You need a solution built for finance, not developers,” says Lars Højer Paaske, Head of Product at Konsolidator.

    A solution for teams without the internal IT resources

    The financial data warehouse is designed for finance teams who want control over their data, without needing internal or external IT experts to build and maintain infrastructure. Fully integrated with Microsoft Fabric and Power BI, the solution enables advanced analytics, transaction-level transparency, and automated reporting workflows. Many companies lack the internal expertise to build or maintain a data warehouse. Konsolidator’s hosted solution has built-in governance, security, and compliance—so finance teams can focus on insight, not infrastructure.

    2025-2027 strategy: Broader product offerings

    The financial data warehouse is, together with the upcoming FP&A tool, part of Konsolidator’s broader “Build, Buy or Partner” approach. It is one of four strategic pillars of the Resilient Growth strategy and the first step in launching The Konsolidator Suite—our new platform approach that gives finance teams end-to-end control over their data, from consolidation to reporting, and fits into a more holistic view of finance digital ecosystems.

    We’re building solutions that make CFOs better with reliable data, not just in the monthly reporting, but to feed into the overall strategy.

    “This is the first step into something bigger,” says CEO Claus Finderup Grove. “We’re moving beyond ‘just being a consolidation product’ to become a central part of the entire finance department. We believe finance teams already have the right skills and data—they just need the right tools to use it.”

    Contacts

    About Konsolidator
    Konsolidator A/S is a financial consolidation software company whose primary objective is to make Group CFOs around the world better through automated financial consolidation and reporting in the cloud. Created by CFOs and auditors and powered by innovative technology, Konsolidator removes the complexity of financial consolidation and enables the CFO to save time and gain actionable insights based on key performance data to become a vital part of strategic decision-making. Konsolidator was listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market Denmark in 2019. Ticker Code: KONSOL

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Global uncertainty affects the financial sector

    Source: Danmarks Nationalbank

    3 June 2025

    The ongoing trade conflict has worsened the global growth outlook, while the risk of new shocks to the financial markets has become a more persistent threat due to the high level of global uncertainty regarding trade policy. As a small, open economy, Denmark will be affected by the trade conflict, and the financial sector may experience a particular impact on bank lending to export-sensitive industries.

    “Uncertainty is detrimental to financial markets and the economy, and if the trade conflict escalates, it will undoubtedly weaken the global economy. A decline in Danish exports will affect Danish companies and may lead to losses on bank lending,” says Peter E. Storgaard, Head of Financial Stability at Danmarks Nationalbank.

    Credit institution’s profits remained high in 2024, in part due to low loan impairment charges. The banks’ core earnings make up the first line of defence against potential losses. Danmarks Nationalbank’s biannual stress test of the financial sector shows that Danish institutions can withstand a severe recession scenario.

    “In times of high uncertainty, financial stability may come under strain. The Danish financial sector is well equipped to handle challenges related to the effects of the trade conflict on the Danish economy, which our latest stress test emphasises. In the current risk environment, a robust liquidity position and capitalisation of banks is crucial,” says Storgaard and continues:

    Every six months, Danmarks Nationalbank publishes its Financial stability analysis, which assesses and makes recommendations regarding financial stability in Denmark.

    The most recent analysis was published today at www.nationalbanken.dk.

    Journalists may direct any queries Peter Levring, Communications and Press Officer, by telephone on +45 2620 1809 or by email at pnbl@nationalbanken.dk.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Unit-linked pension savings have caught up to average-rate pensions savings

    Source: Danmarks Nationalbank

    Higher net contributions for unit-linked products

    Unit-linked products have become more widespread in recent years. New pension schemes are predominantly unit-linked schemes, and there have also been significant shifts from average-rate to unit-linked products. This has meant that for unit-linked products, there are overall greater contributions from the working population than payments to pensioners, while the opposite is true for average-rate products. The total net contributions since 2015 have been kr. 910 billion higher for unit-linked products than for average-rate products. This trend continued in the 1st quarter of 2025, where there were net contributions of kr. 16 billion to unit-linked products, while there were net payments of kr. 9 billion from average-rate products.

    Market developments also leave their mark on pension savings

    In addition to net contributions, the pension savings for unit-linked products have increased by kr. 736 billion since 2015, which primarily reflects the return on the pension companies’ investments in the financial markets. In the same period, the pension assets for average-rate products rose by only kr. 310 billion, when net contributions are excluded. Unlike unit-linked products where stocks make up a larger portion of the investments, bonds are more prominent for average-rate products.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: Harvia and Toyota Co-Develop Concept Model for Hydrogen Sauna Utilizing Hydrogen Combustion Technology

    Source: Toyota

    Headline: Harvia and Toyota Co-Develop Concept Model for Hydrogen Sauna Utilizing Hydrogen Combustion Technology

    Harvia Plc (CEO: Matias Jarnefelt; hereafter “Harvia”) and Toyota Motor Corporation (Operating Officer, President: Koji Sato; hereafter “Toyota”) teamed up to produce a concept model for what is believed to be the world’s first hydrogen-powered sauna (as of this writing, according to the investigations of Harvia and Toyota). The collaboration represents a step toward a more sustainable future for saunas by combining Harvia’s sauna expertise with Toyota’s hydrogen combustion technology.

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Samoa parliament formally dissolved after months of uncertainty

    RNZ Pacific

    Samoa’s Parliament has been formally dissolved, and an early election is set to take place within three months.

    After months of political instability and two motions of no confidence, Prime Minister Fiāme Naomi Mata’afa said she would call for the dissolution of Parliament if cabinet did not support her government’s budget.

    MPs from both the opposition Human Rights Protection Party and Fiāme’s former FAST party joined forces to defeat the budget with the final vote coming in 34 against, 16 in support and 2 abstentions.

    Fiāme went to the Head of State and advised him to dissolve Parliament, and her advice was accepted.

    This all came from a period of political turmoil that kicked off shortly after New Year.

    A split in the FAST Party in January saw Fiāme remove FAST Party chairman La’auli Leuatea Schmidt and several FAST ministers from her cabinet.

    In turn, he ejected her from FAST, leaving her leading a minority government.

    Minority government defeated
    Earlier this year, over a two-week period, Fiāme and her minority government defeated two back-to-back leadership challenges.

    On February 25, with La’auli’s help, she defeated a no-confidence vote moved by Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi, 34 votes to 15.

    Then on March 6, this time with Tuilaepa’s help, she defeated a challenge mounted by La’auli, 32 votes to 19.

    Parliament now enters caretaker mode, until the election and the formation of a new government.

    Samoa’s Electoral Commissioner said his office has filed an affidavit to the Supreme Court, seeking legal direction and extra time to complete the electoral roll ahead of an early election.

    A hearing on this is set to be held on Wednesday.

    This article is republished under a community partnership agreement with RNZ.

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  • MIL-Evening Report: PNG’s Namah calls for tighter bio controls, patrols on Indonesian border

    By Scholar Kassas in Port Moresby

    A Papua New Guinea minister has raised concerns about “serious issues” at the PNG-Indonesia border due to a lack of proper security checkpoints.

    Culture and Tourism Minister Belden Namah, who is also the member for the border electorate Vanimo-Green, voiced these concerns while supporting a new Biosecurity for Plants and Animals Bill presented in Parliament by Agriculture Minister John Boito.

    He said Papua New Guinea was the only country in the Pacific Islands region that shared a land border with another nation.

    According to Namah, the absence of proper quarantine and National Agriculture Quarantine and Inspection Authority (NAQIA) checks at the border allowed people bringing food and plants from Indonesia to introduce diseases affecting PNG’s commodities.

    Minister Namah, whose electorate shares a border with Indonesia, noted that while the PNG Defence Force and police were present, they were primarily focused on checking vehicles coming from Indonesia instead of actively patrolling the borders.

    He clarified the roles, saying, “It’s NAQIA’s job to search vehicles and passengers, and the PNGDF’s role is to guard and patrol our borders.”

    Namah expressed concern that while bills were passed, enforcement on the ground was lacking.

    Minister Namah supported the PNG Biosecurity Authority Bill and called for consistency, increased border security, and stricter control checks.

    Republished from the PNG Post-Courier with permission.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Smucker Votes in Favor of One Big Beautiful Bill

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Lloyd Smucker (PA-16)

    WASHINGTON—Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11) voted in favor of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. It was approved in the House of Representatives by a vote of 215-214.

    “Last November, the American people gave President Trump and the Republican-led Congress a mandate for change. House Republicans today took a critical step to bring the transformative One Big Beautiful Bill closer to final passage. This bill will deliver for the American people by extending tax relief for hardworking families and small businesses, securing our border, unleashing American energy dominance, achieving peace through strength, and critically –making real, measurable reductions in federal spending. This bill secures more savings than any other reconciliation bill in American history – protecting families from both a historic tax hike and the hidden costs of unchecked federal borrowing. Passing this legislation will be a first step in righting our fiscal trajectory and I remain committed to the hard work ahead of addressing our $36 trillion and growing national debt,” said Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11). 

    Click to watch Rep. Smucker’s comments in support of the measure: 

    BACKGROUND ON THE ONE BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL ACT:

    Extending Tax Relief for Hardworking Families and Small Businesses, courtesy of the Committee on Ways and Means

    • Make permanent the lower tax rates and brackets for all taxpayers, the doubled guaranteed Standard Deduction, and the Child Tax Credit, preventing a $1,700 tax hike on PA-11 taxpayers providing for their families.
    • Increase the Child Tax Credit by $500 to combat Bidenflation.
    • Raise annual real wages by $2,100 to $3,300 per worker.
    • Increase real annual take-home pay for a median-income household with two children by roughly $4,000 to $5,000.
    • Provide tax relief for: overtime pay for hourly workers, cut taxes for tipped workers, and provide relief for seniors.
    • Expand and make permanent the 199A small business deduction to 23% – creating over 1 million new Main Street small business jobs and generating $750 billion in economic growth at American small businesses.
    • Protects family farms from the death tax that would threaten future generations of farmers. 

    Securing our Border

    • Makes significant investments in personnel, resources, and technology to maintain operational control of the border and enforce America’s immigration laws, building on President Trump’s administration’s immediate work to make America safer.
    • Hires 18,000 new personnel to enforce America’s immigration laws. 

    Unleashing American Energy Dominance 

    • Acts to ramp up American energy production including by cutting bureaucracy and streamlining permitting processes.
    • Ends wasteful spending and ineffective energy programs including those in the “Green New Deal.” 

    Achieving Peace Through Strength 

    • Invests in America’s arsenal to ensure our selfless servicemen and women continue to be the best equipped fighting force in the world ready to respond to any threat, including targeted investments in improving servicemember quality of life programs.
    • Expands naval capabilities, restocking of American munitions, supporting soldier readiness.
    • Defends America through the creation of a Golden Dome missile defense system and continued funding of nuclear deterrence programs. 

    Reductions in Federal Spending

    • Changes the way that Washington operates, delivering real reductions in federal spending—nearly $1.7 trillion in estimated mandatory savings.
    • Saves hundreds of billions through repeal of provisions in the so-called “Inflation Reduction Act” passed during the Biden administration.

    Preserving And Protecting Critical Safety Net Programs and Encouraging Personal Accountability

    • Preserves critical programs like Medicaid for those truly in need.
    • Roots out waste, fraud, and abuse of federal safety net programs to ensure they remain accessible to those in need.
    • Implements and strengthens common sense work requirements for Medicaid and SNAP, ensuring that able bodied unemployed individuals contribute or make efforts to better themselves.
    • Ensures states cannot support illegal immigrants through Medicaid.

    This legislation is fiscally responsible: 

    • The $4.12 trillion estimated cost of the legislation is more than fully offset by:
      • Nearly $1.7 trillion in estimated mandatory savings, slowing the rate of growth of future spending.
      • $2.6 trillion in expected revenue resulting from a growing economy.  

    According to the White House Council of Economic Advisors, the legislation will: 

    • Boost the level of short-run real GDP by 3.3 to 3.8 percent and long-run real GDP by 2.6 to 3.2 percent.
    • Raise annual real wages by $2,100 to $3,300 per worker.
    • Increase real annual take-home pay for a median-income household with two children by roughly $4,000 to $5,000.
    • Save over 4 million full-time equivalent jobs from being destroyed.
    • Facilitate $100 billion of investment in distressed communities.

    The legislation contains provisions authored by Rep. Smucker, including: 

    • Permanent Tax Relief and Certainty for Small Businesses: Permanently increasing and enhancing the small business tax deduction, known as Section 199A of the tax code. Smucker’s Main Street Tax Certainty Act has the support of 187 Members of the House and the legislation has broad support among stakeholders in PA-11 and across the nation.  
       
    • Expanded Support for Individuals with Disabilities Using ABLE Accounts: Smucker’s bipartisan ENABLE Act to allow individuals with disabilities and their families to save and invest in tax-advantaged accounts without jeopardizing their eligibility for essential federal support programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income, is included making these tax provisions permanent. 
       
    • Improved Access to Primary Care: The Ways and Means Committee’s proposals include Smucker’s Primary Care Enhancement Act, which would clarify provisions of the Internal Revenue Code to remove barriers for individuals with Health Savings Accounts from using those funds to access Direct Primary Care, a health care delivery model which provides high-quality care at lower cost for individuals of all ages and incomes across America.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Congressman Smucker to Recognize Cold War Era Veterans

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Lloyd Smucker (PA-16)

    LANCASTER, PA – Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11) announced that his office will be hosting a Cold War Veterans Recognition Ceremony later this year and invites eligible area veterans to submit applications to receive the Cold War Recognition Certificate, a program administered by the Department of Defense.  

    “I’m proud to invite our community to help recognize the heroes of the Cold War era. These individuals defended our nation in one of the most pivotal eras in our history. If you or a loved one served during this critical time in our history, I encourage you to apply and ensure their service is honored,” said Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11). 

    Cold War veterans—those who served in the U.S. armed forces from the victory over Japan in 1945 to the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991—make up 36.5% of veterans in the United States. They will be honored with an official Cold War Recognition Certificate presented at a ceremony later this year. Additional event details will be shared directly with recipients. 

    The Cold War Recognition Certificate Program, operated by the Department of Defense, is available to all members of the armed forces and qualified federal government civilian personnel who honorably served the United States between September 2, 1945, to December 26, 1991.

    Qualifying veterans from Pennsylvania’s Congressional 11th District are invited to apply and be honored at this event. For the application and further information, please visit Congressman Smucker’s website. 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Alongside Local Leaders, Davids Submits 15 Local Projects for FY26 Federal Funding

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

    Projects would improve roads, public safety, water access, and education in Kansas Third District

    Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced 15 community projects across Kansas’ Third District that she has submitted to the U.S. House Appropriations Committee for Fiscal Year 2026 funding. These locally driven requests — totaling $42,207,012.13 — focus on rebuilding aging roads and bridges, strengthening public safety and law enforcement response, expanding water access during extreme weather, and addressing other urgent community needs.

    “My job is to be a voice for Kansas’ Third District in Washington and make sure our community’s priorities are front and center,” said Davids. “My team worked closely with local leaders and thoroughly reviewed each proposal to ensure they’re responsible, effective, and deliver real value. I’ve always fought for smart, fiscally responsible investments — and these projects reflect that commitment while making a meaningful difference for Kansans.”

    Each of the 15 Davids-requested projects were submitted in tandem with local officials and selected for their potential to improve health and safety in the community and bring economic opportunity to the Third District. Appropriations requests are subject to strict transparency and accountability rules, which can be found here.

    Read more about how each project will improve lives in our community here or below:

    Road and Bridges

    • Kansas Avenue Bridge Project ($3,500,000): To reconnect the Kansas City region and connect the urban freight corridor crucial to the many local industrial and manufacturing businesses in the Kansas City metropolitan region.
    • Spring Hill Intersection Improvements ($2,391,641): To construct a safety upgrade and modernization for the intersection of of US Highway 169 and 191st street to provide safety improvements for motor vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. 

    Public Safety

    • Overland Park Police Department (OPPD) Body Camera Replacement ($1,500,000): To purchase body cameras for all OPPD officers and improve video systems to increase safety, transparency, and trust.
    • New Century AirCenter Air Traffic Control Tower ($6,000,000): To build a new, safer air traffic control tower, replacing operationally obsolete tower, making flights safer and more efficient.
    • Overland Park Street Signal Replacement ($1,300,000): To replace the traffic signal and sidewalk at Metcalf Avenue and I-435 westbound, Metcalf Avenue and I-435 eastbound, and Metcalf Avenue and 110th street.

    Water

    • Bonner Springs Sewage ($6,318,755): To build new sewer lines to prevent overflows, as the current system is already at capacity, and better serve the 3,500 residents and local businesses.
    • Garnett Flood Prevention ($1,000,000): To fix a damaged spillway in Garnett to prevent flooding, protect homes, and keep the local lake — a part of the town’s economy — open and safe for visitors.
    • Olathe Sewer Rehabilitation ($1,105,582): To replace old, worn-out sewer pipes and manholes in Olathe to prevent leaks and protect the health and safety of Kansas families.
    • Princeton Stormwater Improvements ($634,786.13): To improve Princeton’s storm drainage system to prevent flooding and support future business and job growth in the area.

    Education

    • K-State Olathe Manufacturing Equipment ($5,004,250): To buy lab equipment so students can train for high-tech, good-paying supply chain research and advanced manufacturing jobs as domestic manufacturing grows in Kansas City.

    Energy and Utilities

    • BPU Electric Grid System Improvements ($6,000,000): To construct three additional feeders from the new Rosedale Substation to the University of Kansas Medical Center campus.

    Public Spaces

    • Johnson County Building Security Upgrades ($917,000): To modernize county building security panel access systems. By modernizing existing security technology, this project enhances security for all citizens, public employees, and elected officials throughout the system of county buildings.
    • Osawatomie John Brown Park Refurbishment ($1,560,000): To refurbish aged infrastructure and allow space for improved public engagement and historical education opportunities.
    • Prairie Village Municipal Complex Modernization ($3,900,000): To upgrade driveways, sidewalks and curbs, underground retention, drainage pipes, fencing, pavement markings, landscaping, retaining walls, covered car ports, and utilities.
    • UG Mount Marty Park Refurbishment ($1,075,000): To update park wayfinding signage, lighting, resurfacing of the roadway into Marty Park, trail work, structural repairs, sidewalk instillation, and landscaping. 

    What they are saying:

    “We are incredibly grateful to Representative Sharice Davids for championing the Lonestar Interceptor project through the Community Project Funding process,” said Tom Stephens, Mayor, City of Bonner Springs. “This critical infrastructure investment lays the foundation for future development, protects public health, and ensures our city is prepared for long-term growth. Her support brings us one step closer to a more resilient and sustainable Bonner Springs.”

    “Reliable infrastructure isn’t just about keeping the lights on — it’s about protecting lives and supporting critical services like hospitals, emergency response, and local industry,” said Jeremy Ash, General Manager, Kansas City Board of Public Utilities. “This investment would strengthen our electric system, improve service resilience, and ensure we can meet the evolving needs of the people we serve. We’re grateful to Rep. Davids for championing this project, and we urge leaders to support funding that delivers real, long-term benefits to Kansans, especially the hardworking families and businesses of Wyandotte County.”

    “The City of Osawatomie and its leadership sincerely appreciate Representative Davids’ steadfast support and commitment to preserving a vital chapter of our nation’s history,” said Bret Glendening, City Manager, Osawatomie. “The events that unfolded in Osawatomie were pivotal in shaping both Kansas and the United States, and their significance cannot be overstated. Securing Representative Davids’ endorsement is an important first step for the future of John Brown Park, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration to help make this critical federal investment a reality.”

    “We thank Representative Davids for her support in securing these important community project funds – a testament to the powerful impact of collaboration between the federal and local levels,” said Curt Skoog, Mayor, Overland Park. “The upgrades at the I-435 and Metcalf will improve safety for Overland Park drivers, and the body camera replacements will equip our Police Department with essential tools for transparency. We look forward to the positive impact of these investments on our community.”

    “On behalf of the City of Princeton and Franklin County I would like to express our appreciation to Representative Sharice Davids support of our request for funding,” said Paul Bean, Executive Director, Franklin County Development Council. The funding to fix and improve infrastructure in the City of Princeton is vital to the future growth and development of the community. Without federal and state support, our small rural communities will not have the opportunity to thrive and grow.”

    “We are very grateful for Representative Davids continued support for reopening the Kansas Avenue bridge and continuing to be a champion for improving the quality of life for our residents,” said Tyrone Garner, Mayor, Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas. “This funding request will help us with the design and environmental work that must be done to get this critical transportation artery operating again. The UG also appreciates Representative Davids support for restoration of the historic Mount Marty Park that is a treasured part of the Rosedale neighborhood.”

    “New Century AirCenter contributes $1.1 billion annually to the local and regional economy,” said Mike Kelly, Chairman, Johnson County Board of County Commissioners. “Upgrading the Air Traffic Control Tower is essential to maintaining the safety, efficiency, and economic value the airport brings to Johnson County and the entire region. We appreciate Rep. Davids’ support for this vital infrastructure investment.”

    “Enhancing building security helps protect our public facilities, employees, and the residents who rely on our services,” said Byron Roberson, Sheriff, Johnson County. “We’re grateful for Rep. Davids’ partnership in supporting the safe and effective delivery of these essential services.”

    “We appreciate Representative Davids’ support for our municipal civic center improvement.,” said Eric Mikkelson, Mayor, Prairie Village. “This significant Prairie Village project addresses aging and failing infrastructure, provides improved working conditions for police and city staff, and creates adequate space for public meetings and future growth. By planning ahead, we will ensure that we have a functional, modern facility to benefit current residents and future generations.”

    “This project would strengthen transportation safety not only for Spring Hill, but for everyone who uses the K-7 corridor,” said Joe Berkey, Mayor, Spring Hill. “We appreciate Rep. Davids’ continued support in advocating for federal investment in our community.”

    “The City of Princeton would like to thank Sharice Davids for adding Princeton’s storm water improvements to her community project funding submissions,” said Chris Hutchinson, Mayor, Princeton. “This funding will be beneficial to our community in more ways than one. The community as a whole appreciates the support.” 

    “The State of Kansas and the Greater Kansas City region are becoming hubs for advanced manufacturing, with major developments like Panasonic’s new plant in DeSoto—bringing an estimated 4,000 jobs—Garmin’s expansion in Olathe, and Merck’s recent announcement to add 200 jobs through expanded vaccine production in DeSoto,” said Dr. Ben Wolfe, CEO and Dean, K-State Olathe. “To successfully onshore manufacturing and grow American jobs, we must invest in education and workforce training. K-State Olathe is proud to partner with Rep. Sharice Davids and others to launch a state-of-the-art lab that will support academic programs, professional development, and applied research to meet industry needs and drive innovation.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Davids Opposes Partisan Bill That Slashes Health Care, Food Assistance to Benefit Billionaires

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

    Today, Representative Sharice Davids released the following statement after voting against President Trump and U.S. House Republicans’ extreme budget that cuts health care and food assistance for hardworking families to pay for tax giveaways for billionaires and ultrawealthy corporations. 

    “This budget is not just out of touch — it’s dangerous, irresponsible, and means higher costs for hardworking Kansans,” said Davids. “It rips health care away from thousands of Kansans, takes food off the tables of hardworking families, all to hand massive tax giveaways to billionaires and the ultra-wealthy at the expense of our neighbors. I introduced common-sense amendments to protect Kansas families, but House Republicans rejected every one of them. I won’t stop pushing for policies that put people first — not politics or powerful donors.”

    Background: 

    President Trump and U.S. House Republicans are pushing a budget that would make the largest cuts to Medicaid and emergency food assistance in American history — all to fund more than $1 trillion in tax giveaways for billionaires. These extreme cuts would gut programs that help Kansans afford food and stay healthy. In response, Davids introduced a slate of amendments aimed at protecting Kansas families and restoring common sense and stability to our economy. Every single one was rejected.

    How This Bill Hurts Kansans: Raising costs on the middle class so billionaires pay less

    • HIGHER Health Care Costs: The Joint Economic Committee estimates that more than 16,000 people in Kansas’ Third District would lose health care coverage under this bill — including 13,000 through the Affordable Care Act and another 3,000 through Medicaid. These cuts would lead to more hospital closures, reduced services, and worse care for all Kansas families, especially in rural communities, where more than half of hospitals are already at risk of shutting down.
    • HIGHER Grocery Costs: In Kansas’ Third District alone, 8,000 households could lose access to the emergency food assistance they rely on through this bill. Also, up to 27,000 grocery stores nationwide may be forced to close due to lost revenue, worsening food deserts, especially in rural communities. These cuts would reduce farm income by more than $30 billion and threaten good-paying jobs.
    • LOWER Taxes for Billionaires: The Republican budget actually raises taxes on the lowest-income families in the country, all while billionaires who already pay next to nothing in taxes get more breaks. This bill shows exactly where U.S. House Republicans’ loyalties lie: not with the hardworking Americans who sent them to Congress, but to Trump and their billionaire donors.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Davids Stands with Kansans to Oppose Devastating GOP Cuts to Medicaid, Food Assistance

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

    Today, Representative Sharice Davids hosted a virtual press conference to call out the devastating impact of House Republicans’ budget — particularly its deep cuts to Medicaid. The partisan budget, backed by President Trump, would also slash emergency food assistance and programs hardworking Kansans rely on every day to pay for more than $1 trillion in tax giveaways for billionaires and large corporations.

    “We should be focused on cutting waste and making life more affordable for Kansans,” said Davids. “Instead, this partisan budget does the exact opposite — rips away health care and food assistance from the people who need it most. Kansans deserve policies that invest in the middle class, not ones that line the pockets of billionaires at their expense. That’s why I’m fighting to protect Medicaid, preserve critical programs, and stand up for hardworking families across our state.”

    WATCH: Davids hosts press conference with Kansans affected by Republicans’ proposed Medicaid cuts

    At today’s press conference, Davids was joined by Kansans directly impacted by proposed Medicaid cuts in the Republican budget. Mark and Patty Hink spoke about their son Brian, who relies on Medicaid for critical services and medications provided at a disability services provider in Overland Park. Samantha Denzin Armistead shared how her brother Connor, an adult with intellectual disabilities, depends on KanCare’s Home and Community Based Services to attend day programs that give him purpose and stability. Corey Craig, CEO of Monarch Hospice & Palliative Care, provided insight into how these cuts would harm health care providers and seniors across the state.

    President Trump and U.S. House Republicans are pushing a budget that would make the largest cuts to Medicaid and emergency food assistance in American history — all to fund more than $1 trillion in tax giveaways for billionaires. These extreme cuts would force Kansans to pay more to put food on the table and stay healthy.

    • Cuts to Health Care: The Joint Economic Committee estimates that more than 16,000 people in Kansas’ Third District would lose health care coverage under this bill — including 13,000 through the Affordable Care Act and another 3,000 through Medicaid. These cuts would lead to more hospital closures, reduced services, and worse care for all Kansas families, especially in rural communities, where more than half of hospitals are already at risk of shutting down.
    • Cuts to Food Access: In Kansas’ Third District alone, 8,000 households could lose access to the emergency food assistance they rely on through this bill. Also, up to 27,000 grocery stores nationwide may be forced to close due to lost revenue, worsening food deserts, especially in rural communities. These cuts would reduce farm income by more than $30 billion and threaten good-paying jobs.

    To fight back against this reckless and harmful budget that will raise costs, Davids introduced a series of amendments early this morning. Her goal is to protect Kansas families and bring common sense and stability back to our economy and government. Davids’ original amendments include:

    • Health Care
    • Agriculture
      • Animal Disease Protection: Stops job cuts at the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, which protects farmers and food from dangerous animal diseases.
      • Tariff Study: Requires the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to study how U.S. tariffs hurt farmers, from higher supply costs to lost market access.
    • Research
      • Medical Research Funding: Unfreezes all National Institutes of Health (NIH) research money and protects existing medical research contracts, including at the University of Kansas Cancer Center.
      • Science Grants: Makes the National Science Foundation (NSF) keep its promises and funding for science projects already approved and signed, including at public universities in Kansas.
    • Jobs
      • Manufacturing Partnerships: Ensures Kansas Manufacturing Solutions and similar groups keep getting federal support each year.
      • Energy Assistance Program: Saves jobs and funding for the team that runs Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which helps families pay heating and cooling bills.
      • Advanced Manufacturing Tax Credit: Protects the 45X tax credit that domestic manufacturers use to help build clean energy technology and create good-paying jobs.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Davids Announces 13 Local Students Receive U.S. Service Academy Appointments

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

    OVERLAND PARK, KS – Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that 13 students from the Kansas Third District have successfully received their appointments to a U.S. Service Academy. In a send-off event in Overland Park this week, Davids presented students with a certificate acknowledging their incredible achievement.

    “As the daughter of an Army veteran, I know the strength and sacrifice it takes to serve,” said Davids. “It’s an incredible honor to nominate these hardworking young Kansans to our nation’s Service Academies. Their dedication and drive represent the best of our community, and I have no doubt they’ll make us proud as the next generation of military leaders.”

    Davids nominated 29 students for an appointment based on the recommendations of her Academy Panelist Board. The panelists conducted personal interviews with each applicant, in addition to reviewing written applications, letters of recommendation, and G.P.A. This year’s nonpartisan board included: 

    • Mike Souder, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army (Retired)
    • Steve Wallace, Lieutenant Colonel, Infantry, U.S. Army (Retired)

    After receiving a nomination from Davids, these 13 applicants successfully met the individual admission requirements for their respective academies, which made the final decision on an appointment of admission. They include:

    United States Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, CO

    • Laura Hickman – Mill Valley High School
    • Hank Newton – Southern Coffey County High School
    • Caleb Ochs – Saint James Academy

    United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School at Colorado Springs, CO

    • James Dykes – De Soto High School
    • Zurich Balda – Blue Valley North High School
    • Connor Deady – Rockhurst High School
    • Max Doerfler – Saint Thomas Aquinas High School
    • Josh Little – Olathe East High School
    • Sophia Marien-Brovont – St. Teresa’s Academy

    United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, NY

    • Zurich Balda – Blue Valley North High School

    United States Military Academy at West Point, NY

    • Connor Deady – Rockhurst High School
    • Max Doerfler – Saint Thomas Aquinas High School
    • Josh Little – Olathe East High School
    • Sophia Marien-Brovont – St. Teresa’s Academy

    United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD

    • Addison Holle – Gardner-Edgerton High School
    • Calum Lynn – Olathe West High School
    • Presley Yows – Louisburg High School 

    United States Naval Academy Preparatory School at Newport, RI

    • Kaden Allen – Saint Thomas Aquinas High School

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Lower Costs, Cleaner Energy: Davids Highlights Solar Project at Shawnee Fire Stations

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

    SHAWNEE, KS – Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited the City of Shawnee Fire Station Headquarters to see the new solar panels installed with federal resources she secured. At Davids’ request, $126,750 was approved to support solar panel installation at both the Headquarters and Fire Station 73. Now that construction is complete, the panels are helping lower energy costs for the city. B-roll footage of today’s visit can be found here.

    “Our first responders deserve the resources to do their jobs safely, efficiently, and sustainably. That’s why I worked with Shawnee leaders to secure this solar project — helping lower energy costs while supporting the critical work of our local fire department,” said Davids. “I’m proud to bring home investments that strengthen our communities, save taxpayer dollars, and help modernize public safety infrastructure for the long term.”

    “Fire stations require a lot of ‘always-on’ power to make sure we’re ready to go whenever a 911 call comes in, so these solar panels will help keep our crews ready while also cutting costs to our taxpayers,” said Richard Potter, Fire Chief, Shawnee Fire Department. “They are a perfect fit for the City of Shawnee’s promise to innovate and find new ways to save money every single day. Along with the other extensive renovations to both Stations 71 and 73, our crews are reaping the benefits of all the improvements made over the course of the last four years.”

    Each of the Davids-requested projects was submitted in tandem with local officials and selected for their potential to improve health and safety in the community and bring economic opportunity to the Third District. Appropriations requests are subject to strict transparency and accountability rules, which can be found here. More information on Davids’ most recent FY26 requests can be found here.

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Investigation launched, man charged in relation to death of man, Tokoroa

    Source: New Zealand Police

    Please attribute to Taupo Area Investigations Manager, Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Yardley:

    Police have launched a homicide investigation, and a man has been charged with murder, after a man seriously injured in Tokoroa last week has now died.

    Officers were called to an Abercorn Place address about 4:15am on Tuesday 27 May, to reports that a man had been injured by a male known to him outside his house.

    The man was rushed to Waikato Hospital in critical condition, but has since passed away.

    A 21-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder. He is next due to appear in the High Court at Rotorua on 27 June.

    Police are still working to establish the full sequence of events that led to the man’s death, and we’d like to hear from anyone who witnessed anything, or has any information that might help our investigation.

    We’d also like to see any dashcam or CCTV footage anyone may have from around the time in question.

    If you can help, please use our 105 service, quoting reference number 250527/7868.

    You can also give information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

    ENDS

    Issued by Police Media Centre

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  • MIL-OSI USA: SPC Jun 3, 2025 0600 UTC Day 2 Convective Outlook

    Source: US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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    Jun 3, 2025 0600 UTC Day 2 Convective Outlook

    Updated: Tue Jun 3 05:43:07 UTC 2025 (Print Version |   |  )

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    SPC AC 030543

    Day 2 Convective Outlook
    NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
    1243 AM CDT Tue Jun 03 2025

    Valid 041200Z – 051200Z

    …THERE IS A MARGINAL RISK OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS IN THE SOUTHWEST
    AND EASTERN MIDWEST…

    …SUMMARY…
    Isolated severe hail and wind are possible from mid-afternoon
    Wednesday through early morning Thursday in parts of the Southwest.
    Isolated damaging winds and marginally severe hail may occur across
    the eastern Midwest from mid-afternoon to evening.

    …NM to southern CO and west TX…
    A lower-amplitude, southern-stream shortwave trough will accelerate
    from the Lower CO Valley, shifting across the southern Rockies onto
    the south-central High Plains by 12Z Thursday. Widespread
    thunderstorm coverage is likely Wednesday afternoon ahead of this
    trough, centered on the Four Corners region. Despite weak buoyancy
    owing to a surface ridge at 12Z Wednesday across the southern High
    Plains, a belt of moderate mid-level southwesterlies to the
    east-southeast of the trough should yield a few weak supercells.
    These should be focused across northern NM into southern CO during
    the mid-afternoon to early evening. A lone supercell may also
    develop over the Trans-Pecos. Isolated severe hail/wind may occur.

    Low-level moisture return and attendant MUCAPE will increase
    Wednesday night across west TX into far eastern NM. With
    strengthening large-scale ascent as the shortwave trough approaches,
    regenerative thunderstorm development is anticipated. Strong
    effective bulk shear may foster a corridor of early-morning
    supercells with a primary hazard of isolated large hail. South of
    this corridor, capping will probably inhibit sustained storm
    development. Confidence in reliably highlighting a mesoscale
    corridor is too low to warrant a categorical upgrade.

    ..IL to OH/lower MI…
    Enhanced mid-level southwesterlies initially present over the
    central Great Lakes at 12Z Wednesday will become confined to ON/QC
    as a low-amplitude shortwave trough dampens. Trailing to the south
    of this, a residual belt of at least moderate 700-500 mb winds will
    persist into Wednesday afternoon, along and ahead of a
    weakening/stalling cold front. While mid-level lapse rates will
    remain weak and limit buoyancy, sufficient boundary-layer heating
    will exist for scattered thunderstorms. Marginally severe hail will
    be possible with initial cells, but clusters should dominate given
    the nearly parallel orientation of the front/shear vector. Sporadic
    strong gusts capable of isolated damaging winds may persist into the
    early/mid-evening, before convection wanes after dusk.

    ..Grams.. 06/03/2025

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