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  • MIL-OSI: NextNRG Appoints Global Logistics Authority Gary M. Goldfarb as Chairman of Newly Formed Strategic Advisory Board

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    MIAMI, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NextNRG, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXXT), a pioneer in AI-driven energy innovation transforming how energy is produced, managed, and delivered through its Next Utility Operating System®, smart microgrids, wireless EV charging, and mobile fuel delivery, today announced a strategic advisory agreement with Goldfarb Management Services, LLC. As part of the agreement, Gary M. Goldfarb, a recognized authority in global logistics and supply chain innovation, has been appointed Chairman of NextNRG’s newly established Advisory Board.

    Mr. Goldfarb is Chairman of the Board of The World Trade Center Miami and past Chairman of the Board of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council. He is currently Chief Strategy Officer at Interport Logistics and a board member of Global Empowerment Mission, bringing decades of experience in operational infrastructure, international trade and market expansion. Mr. Goldfarb helped revitalize The Miami Free Zone, driving occupancy above 96% and growing trade volume to nearly $1 billion at its peak. He also developed and obtained patents for software solutions for international logistics (From2.com) and holds advisory roles with organizations including the World Trade Center Miami and Florida International University’s Engineering Master’s ELE Program. He brings more than 50 years of experience in international trade and supply chain management.

    “Our mission at NextNRG is to reimagine how energy is generated, managed and delivered,” said Michael D. Farkas, Executive Chairman and CEO of NextNRG. “Gary’s extensive background in logistics, distribution centers, and manufacturing operations, combined with his industry relationships, will be instrumental as we pursue strategic partnerships and business development initiatives aimed at powering commercial and industrial facilities with distributed energy generation, advanced smart grid technologies, and our revolutionary dynamic wireless charging solutions for industrial equipment and robotics.”

    NextNRG’s innovative portfolio includes cutting-edge wireless charging technology specifically designed for industrial and commercial facility operations. The company’s patented wireless charging systems provide seamless power solutions for warehouse equipment, forklifts, automated robotics, and fleet vehicles within manufacturing and distribution centers. These compact, efficient charging solutions eliminate the need for traditional plug-in infrastructure on factory floors and in logistics facilities, enabling continuous operations while reducing maintenance costs and safety hazards. NextNRG’s smart microgrid technology integrates seamlessly with these wireless charging systems, creating intelligent power ecosystems that optimize energy distribution across entire commercial facilities.

    Under the agreement, Mr. Goldfarb and his firm will advise on commercialization strategy, market entry planning and strategic partner engagement, leveraging his deep connections within the logistics, manufacturing, and distribution sectors. As Chairman of the Advisory Board, Mr. Goldfarb will help guide the company’s efforts to bring intelligent, resilient energy solutions to commercial and industrial facilities across new regions and market segments.

    “I’m excited to support a company that’s leading the way in smart, decentralized energy systems for commercial and industrial applications,” said Gary M. Goldfarb. “NextNRG is building the kind of adaptive infrastructure that modern warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities demand, and I look forward to contributing to its continued growth and impact in powering the future of industrial operations.”

    The formation of the Advisory Board represents a key step in NextNRG’s corporate development strategy as the company moves toward commercial deployment of its AI-driven platforms and targets high-impact opportunities across infrastructure, industrial and municipal energy sectors.

    About NextNRG, Inc.
    NextNRG Inc. (NextNRG) is Powering What’s Next by implementing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into renewable energy, next-generation energy infrastructure, battery storage, wireless electric vehicle (EV) charging and on-demand mobile fuel delivery to create an integrated ecosystem.

    At the core of NextNRG’s strategy is its Next Utility Operating System®, which leverages AI and ML to help make existing utilities’ energy management as efficient as possible, and the deployment of NextNRG smart microgrids, which utilize AI-driven energy management alongside solar power and battery storage to enhance energy efficiency, reduce costs and improve grid resiliency. These microgrids are designed to serve commercial properties, healthcare campuses, universities, parking garages, rural and tribal lands, recreational facilities and government properties, expanding energy accessibility while supporting decarbonization initiatives.

    NextNRG continues to expand its growing fleet of fuel delivery trucks and national footprint, including the acquisition of Yoshi Mobility’s fuel division and Shell Oil’s trucks, further solidifying its position as a leader in the on-demand fueling industry. NextNRG is also integrating sustainable energy solutions into its mobile fueling operations. The company hopes to be an integral part of assisting its fleet customers in their transition to EV, providing fuel delivery while advancing efficient energy adoption. The transition process is expected to include the deployment of NextNRG’s innovative wireless EV charging solutions.

    To find out more visit: www.nextnrg.com

    Forward-Looking Statements
    This press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Any statement describing NextNRG’s goals, expectations, financial or other projections, intentions, or beliefs is a forward-looking statement and should be considered an at-risk statement. Words such as “expect,” “intends,” “will,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, those related to NextNRG’s business and macroeconomic and geopolitical events. These and other risks are described in NextNRG’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. NextNRG’s forward-looking statements involve assumptions that, if they never materialize or prove correct, could cause its results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Although NextNRG’s forward-looking statements reflect the good faith judgment of its management, these statements are based only on facts and factors currently known by NextNRG. Except as required by law, NextNRG undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements for any reason. As a result, you are cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements.

    Investor Relations Contact
    NextNRG, Inc.
    Sharon Cohen
    SCohen@nextnrg.com

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: expert reaction to wildfires in Scotland, including in the Highlands and Moray

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

    Scientists comment on wildfires in Scotland. 

    Prof Rory Hadden, Chair of Fire Science, University of Edinburgh, said:

    “It is widely expected that the number of wildfires will increase in Scotland (and the UK) as we see more periods of extreme weather driven by climate change.  The recent fine weather means that vegetation has dried out and becomes susceptible to ignition sources.  Even a small heat source such as a BBQ or campfire can initiate a wildfire either by direct flame contact with vegetation, or by igniting a smouldering fire in dry vegetation and soils which will later transition to a flaming fire.

    “Once vegetation is ignited, a fire will grow extremely rapidly especially if there is wind and/or dense vegetation.  This is especially true given the recent weather conditions in Scotland and means that typically it will be challenging to fight without proper resources.  Also a smouldering fire in soils may only transition to flaming some hours after it is ignited (and there may be no obvious signs that smouldering has been ignited).  Once ignited a fire will spread rapidly through vegetation, moving fastest in the direction of the wind and up slopes.  Poor access, difficult terrain and extensive vegetation coverage means that the fire can spread over large areas relatively quickly.

    “The impacts of these fires are of course significant.  There is a huge cost to the fire and rescue services in fighting and managing these fires – drawing resources from a wide area.  There is the destruction of natural capital – the countryside provides important ecosystem services that we all rely on and these are impacted negatively by wildfires.  Loss of vegetation impacts on wildlife.  The smoke is harmful and can impact on people large distances away, exacerbating respiratory conditions.  If the fire burns into peat soils then the loss of carbon to the atmosphere will be significant and may drive future climate change.  There is also possibility of loss of property as fires move towards settlements (farms, villages, towns).

    “While there is ongoing research on this topic, there is lots we do not know around the changes in risk to people, property and environment posed by wildfires in Scotland and the UK.  The fire and rescue services are adapting but there is currently no national fire danger assessment tool or clear coordination at Government level in Scotland.  We need to work on finding measures to manage fire risk in Scotland and the UK, including fuel load management (e.g. prescribed burning, mechanical means) as well as communications with stakeholders and the public to advise of periods of higher fire danger.  This is critical because as well as climate change, we are in a period of significant changes in land use (including rewilding) across Scotland and the UK.

    “It is important to note that the leading cause of wildfires is people.  We all need to do our part when visiting the countryside to ensure we do not bring ignition sources – pack a picnic instead of a BBQ, and only have campfires in designated areas.”

    Declared interests

    Prof Rory Hadden: “Funding declaration:

    US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service;

    US Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology;

    Funding on unrelated projects from Defence and Security Accelerator;

    UKRI EPSRC.”

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ECB Forum on Central Banking 2025 – Panel 1

    Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

    Panel 1: Cross-country heterogeneity in the euro area and implications for monetary policy

    Chair: Isabel Schnabel, Member of the Executive Board, European Central Bank

    Agnès Bénassy-Quéré, Second Deputy Governor, Banque de France
    Piet Haines Christiansen, Director, Danske Bank
    Luca Fornaro, Senior Researcher, CREI, and Adjunct Professor, Universitat Pompeu Fabra
    Refet Gürkaynak, Professor, Bilkent University

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgikNXm7118

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  • MIL-OSI Video: ECB Forum on Central Banking 2025 – Session 1

    Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

    Session 1: Macroeconomic implications of changes in euro area labour markets
    Chair: Luis de Guindos, Vice-President, European Central Bank

    Paper: “Eurosclerosis at 40: labor market institutions, dynamism, and European competitiveness”
    Author: Benjamin Schoefer, Associate Professor, University of California, Berkeley

    Discussant: Nicola Fuchs-Schündeln, President, WZB Berlin, and Professor, Goethe University Frankfurt

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqAXJVC77bo

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  • MIL-OSI: Crypto Losses Surpass $2.47 Billion in H1 2025, CertiK Report Reveals Alarming Rise in Phishing Attacks

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    NEW YORK, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CertiK, the world’s largest Web3 security service provider, released its Web3 security quarterly report, Hack3d, for Q2 and H1 2025, revealing that more than $2.47 billion has been lost to hacks, scams, and exploits in the first half of the year alone. The findings suggest that the crypto space remains a high-stakes environment for both users and projects as new threats emerge and evolve.

    According to the report, $801 million in losses were recorded in Q2, bringing H1 totals more than to the entire sum lost in 2024. When accounting only for confirmed, unrecovered losses (excluding whitehat returns and frozen funds), 2025 has already surpassed last year’s adjusted figure of $1.98 billion, with $2.29 billion in net losses.

    While this upward trend raises concerns, the report highlights that two major incidents in 2025 alone accounted for nearly $1.78 billion of these losses. Absent those outliers, industry losses would total just $690 million, indicating a more nuanced risk landscape.

    One of the most significant shifts in Q2 was the rise of phishing as the most costly attack vector, with more than $395 million lost—surpassing phishing-related losses in the same period last year. Meanwhile, private key compromise incidents have continued to decline, and code exploits remain within historical norms, with a notable incident involving Cetus Protocol.

    Additionally, CertiK’s Hack3d report analyzes blockchains with the most exploits, the top three incidents of the quarter, general industry developments, and how users and protocols can boost their security.

    As retail users, institutions, and sovereign entities deepen their presence in Web3, CertiK emphasizes the growing need for preventative security, transparency, and real-time monitoring.

    Hack3d serves as an essential resource and record of statistics for understanding security challenges and vulnerabilities in the Web3 space. It equips stakeholders with the knowledge and insights needed to fortify their defenses and make informed decisions in an increasingly high-stakes environment.

    About CertiK

    CertiK is the largest Web3 security services provider, utilizing industry-leading formal verification technology to protect and monitor blockchain protocols and smart contracts. Founded in December 2017 by professors from Yale University and Columbia University, CertiK applies cutting-edge innovations from academia to enterprise, enabling mission-critical applications to scale with safety and correctness.

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  • MIL-OSI: Diversified Energy Promotes Michael Garrett to Chief Accounting Officer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diversified Energy Company PLC (LSE: DEC, NYSE: DEC) (“Diversified” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the promotion of Michael Garrett to Chief Accounting Officer (“CAO”). Mr. Garrett, a certified public accountant, has been at Diversified since 2018, where he has held various leadership positions and currently serves as a Senior Vice President and Controller.

    In his new role, Garrett will be responsible for leading the Company’s corporate and regulatory accounting matters, external financial reporting, controllership, and tax, overseeing a team of approximately 75 financial professionals across numerous offices. Garrett will continue to report to Brad Gray, Diversified’s President & Chief Financial Officer.

    Commenting on the promotion, Brad Gray said:

    “The strength of Diversified’s accounting organization is evident in the seasoned executives who can step up and lead in new roles. Michael has a unique background and a high level of expertise in the oil and gas sector that has served him well throughout his career. His skill and experience have been invaluable to our organization for many years, including navigating complex accounting, reporting and regulatory requirements of the New York Stock Exchange and the London Stock Exchange. I am excited to watch Michael take on this elevated role for a publicly traded company and lead our accounting and financial reporting teams.”

    Garrett brings 20 years of advanced accounting experience to his new role. He has previously served in accounting functions at Callon Petroleum, Pfizer, and Pinnacle Airlines with progressively higher responsibilities. Garrett is a graduate of Lambuth University with a degree in accounting and is a Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”).

    For further information, please contact:

    Diversified Energy Company PLC +1 973 856 2757
    Doug Kris dkris@dgoc.com
    Senior Vice President, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications www.div.energy
       
    FTI Consulting dec@fticonsulting.com
    U.S. & UK Financial Public Relations  
       

    About Diversified Energy Company PLC

    Diversified is a leading publicly traded energy company focused on natural gas and liquids production, transport, marketing, and well retirement. Through our unique differentiated strategy, we acquire existing, long-life assets and invest in them to improve environmental and operational performance until retiring those assets in a safe and environmentally secure manner. Recognized by ratings agencies and organizations for our sustainability leadership, this solutions-oriented, stewardship approach makes Diversified the Right Company at the Right Time to responsibly produce energy, deliver reliable free cash flow, and generate shareholder value.

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Around 250 million years ago, Earth was near-lifeless and locked in a hothouse state. Now scientists know why

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Andrew Merdith, DECRA Fellow, School of Earth Sciences, University of Adelaide

    Some 252 million years ago, almost all life on Earth disappeared.

    Known as the Permian–Triassic mass extinction – or the Great Dying – this was the most catastrophic of the five mass extinction events recognised in the past 539 million years of our planet’s history.

    Up to 94% of marine species and 70% of terrestrial vertebrate families were wiped out. Tropical forests – which served, as they do today, as important carbon sinks that helped regulate the planet’s temperature – also experienced massive declines.

    Scientists have long agreed this event was triggered by a sudden surge in greenhouse gases which resulted in an intense and rapid warming of Earth. But what has remained a mystery is why these extremely hot conditions persisted for millions of years.

    Our new paper, published today in Nature Communications, provides an answer. The decline of tropical forests locked Earth in a hothouse state, confirming scientists’ suspicion that when our planet’s climate crosses certain “tipping points”, truly catastrophic ecological collapse can follow.

    A massive eruption

    The trigger for the Permian–Triassic mass extinction event was the eruption of massive amounts of molten rock in modern day Siberia, named the Siberian Traps. This molten rock erupted in a sedimentary basin, rich in organic matter.

    The molten rock was hot enough to melt the surrounding rocks and release massive amounts of carbon dioxide into Earth’s atmosphere over a period as short as 50,000 years but possibly as long as 500,000 years. This rapid increase in carbon dioxide in Earth’s atmosphere and the resulting temperature increase is thought to be the primary kill mechanism for much of life at the time.

    On land it is thought surface temperatures increased by as much as 6°C to 10°C – too rapid for many life forms to evolve and adapt. In other similar eruptions, the climate system usually returns to its previous state within 100,000 to a million years.

    But these “super greenhouse” conditions, which resulted in equatorial average surface temperatures upwards of 34°C (roughly 8°C warmer than the current equatorial average temperature) persisted for roughly five million years. In our study we sought to answer why.

    The forests die out

    We looked at the fossil record of a wide range of land plant biomes, such as arid, tropical, subtropical, temperate and scrub. We analysed how the biomes changed from just before the mass extinction event, until about eight million years after.

    We hypothesised that Earth warmed too rapidly, leading to the dying out of low- to mid-latitude vegetation, especially the rainforests. As a result the efficiency of the organic carbon cycle was greatly reduced immediately after the volcanic eruptions.

    Plants, because they are unable to simply get up and move, were very strongly affected by the changing conditions.

    Before the event, many peat bogs and tropical and subtropical forests existed around the equator and soaked up carbon

    However, when we reconstructed plant fossils from fieldwork, records and databases around the event we saw that these biomes were completely wiped out from the tropical continents. This led to a multimillion year “coal gap” in the geological record.

    These forests were replaced by tiny lycopods, only two to 20 centimetres in height.

    Enclaves of larger plants remained towards the poles, in coastal and in slightly mountainous regions where the temperature was slightly cooler. After about five million years they had mostly recolonised Earth. However these types of plants were also less efficient at fixing carbon in the organic carbon cycle.

    This is analogous in some ways to considering the impact of replacing all rainforests at present day with the mallee-scrub and spinifex flora that we might expect to see in the Australian outback.

    Post-extinction lycopod fossils.
    Zhen Xu

    Finally, the forests return

    Using evidence from the present day, we estimated the rate at which plants take atmospheric carbon dioxide and store it as organic matter of each different biome (or its “net primary productivity”) that was suggested in the fossil record.

    We then used a recently developed carbon cycle model called SCION to test our hypothesis numerically. When we analysed our model results we found that the initial increase in temperature from the Siberian Traps was preserved for five to six million years after the event because of the reduction in net primary productivity.

    It was only as plants re-established themselves and the organic carbon cycle restarted that Earth slowly started to ease out of the super greenhouse conditions.

    Maintaining a climate equilibrium

    It’s always difficult to draw analogies between past climate change in the geological record and what we’re experiencing today. That’s because the extent of past changes is usually measured over tens to hundreds of thousands of years while at present day we are experiencing change over decades to centuries.

    A key implication of our work, however, is that life on Earth, while resilient, is unable to respond to massive changes on short time scales without drastic rewirings of the biotic landscape.

    In the case of the Permian–Triassic mass extinction, plants were unable to respond on as rapid a time scale as 1,000 to 10,000 years. This resulted in a large extinction event.

    Overall, our results underline how important tropical and subtropical plant biomes and environments are to maintaining a climate equilibrium. In turn, they show how the loss of these biomes can contribute to additional climate warming – and serve as a devastating climate tipping point.

    Zhen Xu was the lead author of the study, which was part of her PhD work.

    Andrew Merdith receives funding from the Australian Research Council as part of the Discovery Early Career Researcher Award.

    Benjamin J. W. Mills receives funding from UK Research and Innovation.

    Zhen Xu receives funding from UK Research and Innovation and the National Natural Science Foundation of China.

    – ref. Around 250 million years ago, Earth was near-lifeless and locked in a hothouse state. Now scientists know why – https://theconversation.com/around-250-million-years-ago-earth-was-near-lifeless-and-locked-in-a-hothouse-state-now-scientists-know-why-260203

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: World Health Organization (WHO) supports Mauritius in developing a national medicine policy to ensure access to safe and quality medicines


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    From a mother seeking antibiotics for her child at a clinic, to a cancer patient in need of lifesaving therapy, medicines are no ordinary commodities. They are lifelines. They manage pain, control chronic illness, treat infections, and save lives.

    Mauritius is embarking in the development of a national medicine policy with the support of WHO: 

    “The national medicine policy will ensure the population of Mauritius has access to good quality medicines,” said the Senior Chief Executive of the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Mr Sarwansingh Purmessur at the opening of the workshop. It shows the commitment of the country in achieving Universal Health Coverage, added Mr S. Purmessur.

    “Mauritius relies heavily on imported medicines; A strong National Medicine Policy is the backbone of a well-functioning pharmaceutical system. It will bring transparency, accountability, and resilience in a world of increasing health threats and economic volatility. said the WHO Representative, Dr Anne Ancia. “Today’s landmark workshop marks the commitment of Mauritius in ensuring safe, effective, quality and affordable medicines for all citizens”

    This initiative unites various health professionals including clinicians, pharmacists, regulators, academics, wholesalers, member of pharmacy council and other health professionals to contribute to the development of a policy that will meet the specificities of the country and the local context.  

    WHO has mobilized two internationally renowned experts—Professor Fatima Suleman and Dr Andy Gray, leading the WHO Collaborating Centre for Pharmaceutical Policy and Evidence-Based Practice at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa—to provide the greatest technical input and guidance throughout the process.

    This participatory and inclusive approach underscores the Ministry of Health and Wellness’s commitment to transparency and collaboration, laying the foundation for a policy owned by all and ensuring engagement and accountability for its implementation. 

    WHO is not only here to assist in developing this policy — we want to work with you in ensuring its long-term impact and success; when the right medicine will reach the right person at the right time, every time; when medicines will always do what they are meant to do: heal, protect, and give every Mauritian the chance to live a full, healthy life.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization (WHO) – Mauritius.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Navigating Discrete Manufacturing in South Africa Through Digitalisation (By De Wet Joubert)

    By De Wet Joubert, Operations & Strategic Projects Director, RS South Africa (https://Africa.RSDelivers.com)

    South Africa’s discrete manufacturing sector, which includes industries such as automotive, electronics, rail, and aerospace, faces mounting pressure from global competition, fragmented supply chains, and outdated infrastructure. In this complex environment, digitalisation is emerging not as a future consideration, but as a critical lever for survival, resilience, and growth.

    Manufacturers are grappling with inconsistent supply chains, where limited visibility can halt entire operations. In discrete environments where the failure to procure even a single component can delay or derail entire production runs, real-time supply chain data is is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity.

    By integrating Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) sensors, smart data loggers, and blockchain-enabled tracking platforms, manufacturers can transform disjointed supply chains into agile ecosystems. This transition can be supported with industrial communication modules, IIoT gateways, and advanced inventory management tools, all available through RS South Africa’s extensive digital platform.

    Modernising infrastructure doesn’t require a full-scale overhaul. Legacy equipment such as traditional PLCs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) are not obstacles, but opportunities for optimisation. With retrofit solutions like programmable logic controllers (e.g. Siemens LOGO! 8, Allen-Bradley Micro800), signal converters, and edge computing devices, manufacturers can equip existing machinery with smart capabilities. These upgrades extend equipment lifecycles and build toward fully connected environments without requiring massive capital expenditure.

    Yet, alongside this technology imperative, there is an urgent need to address the African skills gap. National research shows that many African manufacturers remain at the early stages of Industry 4.0 readiness, with a particular deficit in digital and systems integration skills.

    To meaningfully close South Africa’s industrial skills gap, we must strengthen collaboration between higher education and industry. Universities are making great strides in incorporating real-world scenarios and advanced technologies into their programmes, but industry must also play a more active role in embedding its requirements at grassroots level. At RS South Africa, we support this through technical enablement and educational outreach, from providing Arduino and automation kits to funding student-led projects. Combined with STEM engagement and soft skills development, these efforts help bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations, equipping future engineers with the tools and confidence to lead.

    A cornerstone of effective digital transformation is real-time decision-making, which is enabled by robust Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) systems as a framework. Its implementation can be supported by offering plant monitoring hardware, data acquisition systems, and panel PCs capable of displaying live dashboards. These systems streamline operations and reduce waste, while also enabling quality control, predictive maintenance, and compliance tracking.

    Digitalisation is also a powerful tool for building resilience and sustainability. With South Africa facing ongoing energy constraints and growing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) expectations, manufacturers are under pressure to operate leaner and smarter. The role of predictive analytics and IIoT-enabled systems in monitoring energy usage, scheduling maintenance, and automating efficiency improvements needs to be emphasised. Products such as power meters, energy monitoring kits, smart relays, and sensor-driven HVAC systems support manufacturers in meeting these efficiency and compliance goals.

    One of the standout examples of local transformation is the Gibela rail manufacturing facility in Gauteng. Through automation, local supplier development, and workforce training, the site has achieved high levels of local content and productivity. Such projects are proof that digitalisation, combined with long-term investment in people and technology, can drive inclusive and competitive industrial growth. Components essential to such advanced environments include control panels, terminal blocks, protective relays, and advanced safety switches.

    For example, RS South Africa’s framework for enabling digital transformation in discrete manufacturing is grounded in five key pillars: retrofitting legacy equipment with intelligent controls; delivering experiential, industry-aligned training; integrating MOM systems for real-time operational insight; deploying IIoT solutions across plant and supply chains; and ensuring executive-level commitment to sustained innovation.

    In a time of global industrial acceleration, African manufacturers that fail to adopt digital tools risk being outpaced by more connected and agile competitors. Digitalisation is no longer optional, it is essential. It offers the tools to improve productivity, build resilience, drive sustainability, and unlock new economic opportunities for the country’s industrial sector. 

    By partnering with manufacturers and suppliers on this journey, we remain committed to shaping the future of African manufacturing, supporting a shift from isolated to integrated systems, from reactive to predictive operations, and from traditional labour-driven methods to data-led intelligence. 

    REFERENCES:
    Driving Digital Transformation of the Economy in South Africa 
    The Socio-economic Impact of Gibela 
    A Winning Strategy for South African Businesses (https://apo-opa.co/4l6oOnh)

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of RS South Africa.

    PR Contact Person – RS South Africa: 
    Princess Tlou 
    Communications & Content Specialist  
    RS South Africa  
    Princess.Tlou@rsgroup.com 
    +27 11 691 9366 

    Media Contact Person – NGAGE:  
    Thobile Ndlovu 
    Senior PR Account Executive 
    thobile@ngage.co.za  
    +27 11 867 7763  

    Further information is available via these links: 

    RS South Africa (https://apo-opa.co/4le3jB6)
    RS Africa Exports (https://Africa.RSDelivers.com)
    DesignSpark (https://apo-opa.co/4l6wqWR)
    RS Group plc (https://apo-opa.co/45RSWye)

    About RS:
    RS is a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably.  

    We operate in 36 markets, stock over 800,000 industrial and specialist products and list an additional five million relevant for our industrial customers, sourced from over 2,500 suppliers. This extensive range supports our customers across the industrial lifecycle of designing, building, and maintaining equipment and operations.  

    We enhance their experience through a tailored service model, leveraging our efficient physical, digital and process infrastructure sustainably. We combine a technically led and digitally enabled approach with an exceptional team of experts; ultimately, it’s our people that make the difference. 

    Our purpose, making amazing happen for a better world, reflects our focus on delivering results for people planet and profit.  

    RS Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange with stock ticker RS1 and in the year ended 31 March 2024 reported revenue of £2,942 million. 

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Championing the role of science

    Source: Scottish Government

    New Chief Scientific Adviser appointed.

    Professor Calum Semple OBE has been appointed the Scottish Government’s next Chief Scientific Adviser (CSA).

    He will take up the position on 5 August 2025 on an initial three-year term.

    Professor Semple is a Consultant in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine at Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust and became Professor of Outbreak Medicine and Child Health at the University of Liverpool in 2018.

    He has held key advisory roles during public health emergencies, serving as a UK Government adviser during the 2009 Swine Flu pandemic, on the World Health Organisation Scientific Advisory Committee during the Ebola Emergency and as a member of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies during the Covid pandemic.

    The role of CSA includes:

    • providing Scottish Government Ministers independent scientific advice on issues of strategic importance
    • championing Scotland’s world-leading science and research base and the role of science in the economy and society
    • inspiring the next generation of scientists and encourage diversity in the STEM (science, technology engineering and mathematics) workforce.

    Business Minister Richard Lochhead said:

    “Science is the bedrock of our society and economy and at the heart of government decision making. From health to the economy to the environment and everything in between, it is a fundamental part of our everyday lives.

    “I am delighted to welcome Professor Semple to the role of Chief Scientific Adviser and look forward to his valuable insight and advice as the Scottish Government continues to work with our world leading science sector to highlight Scotland’s strengths as a science nation and ensure it is front and centre of everything we do.”

    Professor Semple said:

    “I am thrilled to have this opportunity to work for the people and government of Scotland, providing evidence and scientific advice to support our policymakers. I particularly look forward to collaborating with Scotland’s vibrant communities of scientists and engineers in our schools, universities and industries, who inspire and drive the innovation essential for future economic growth. I will ensure that science and evidence remain at the heart of how we shape a fairer, greener, and more prosperous Scotland.

    “I would like to thank my wife, friends, and colleagues at the University of Liverpool and Alder Hey Children’s Hospital who support my career and enabled this important appointment. Their encouragement and collaboration have been vital to my journey.”

    Background

    Professor Semple was raised in Glasgow and Edinburgh. He qualified in medicine from the University of Oxford after completing a PhD in Clinical Virology at University College London and a Bachelor’s Tripos in Cell Pathology, Immunology, and Virology at Middlesex Hospital Medical School.

    His clinical academic training in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine began in 2002 when he was awarded a Department of Health National Clinical Scientist Fellowship at the University of Liverpool and Alder Hey Children’s Hospital.

    He was appointed Consultant in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in 2006 and was promoted to Professor of Outbreak Medicine and Child Health at the University of Liverpool in 2018.

    He will retain these positions, albeit with reduced activity, during his appointment to the Scottish Government.

    Professor Semple has been studying severe viral outbreaks since 1989 and co-founded the International Severe Acute Respiratory and Emerging Infection Consortium (ISARIC) in 2012. He has led research on HIV/AIDS, Bronchiolitis, Influenza, Ebola, Mpox, COVID-19, and Hepatitis, with a focus on disease characterisation and clinical countermeasures. His work has been supported by the Wellcome Trust, UK NIHR, and UKRI MRC. For his leadership of medical research activities in Sierra Leone between 2014 and 2016, he and his team were awarded the Queen’s Ebola Medal for Service in West Africa. In 2019, he received a Commonwealth Award for his ongoing work with Ebola Survivors.

    Professor Semple has held key advisory roles during public health emergencies, including serving as a UK Government advisor during the 2009 Swine Flu pandemic, on the WHO Scientific Advisory Committee for the Ebola Emergency – STAC-EE (2014–2017), the New Emerging Respiratory Viral Threats Advisory Group – NERVTAG (2014–2023), and the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies – SAGE for COVID-19 (2020–2022).

    He was appointed OBE in 2020 for his contributions to the COVID-19 response and was elected a Fellow of the Faculty of Public Health by distinction in 2022. His leadership is marked by integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and clear communication.

    He enjoys spending time with his family, dogs, beekeeping, playing the pipes, and fly fishing.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: £5.6million project launched to explore how man-made structures affect our seas University researchers will work alongside a range of institutions from across the UK and in Norway on the £5.6 million initiative, which will be led by Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML). The ValMAS (Value of Marine Artificial Structures) project is a major new research effort to understand the full impact of man-made…

    Source: University of Aberdeen

    University researchers will work alongside a range of institutions from across the UK and in Norway on the £5.6 million initiative, which will be led by Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML).
    The ValMAS (Value of Marine Artificial Structures) project is a major new research effort to understand the full impact of man-made structures in the ocean, ranging from offshore oil, gas and wind energy infrastructure to shipwrecks. These are collectively known as marine artificial structures (MAS).
    The project, which will focus on the North Sea with wider applicability across the UK and beyond, aims to create tools and evidence that will help decision-makers manage these structures in ways that support clean energy, protect nature, and benefit society.
    MAS have potentially significant footprints at all stages of their lifecycle through demonstration, construction, operation, and finally decommissioning. As marine space is increasingly squeezed, this large-scale development will inevitably lead to environmental, social and economic trade-offs.
    While these structures can provide habitat, support blue carbon capture, or enhance biodiversity, they can also pose risks that are not yet fully understood.
    Professor Nicola Beaumont, project lead from PML, said: “Thousands of artificial structures have been installed in the marine environment, and many more are on the horizon as part of the UK’s transition to a clean energy future.
    “ValMAS will give policymakers and industry the tools they need to make informed decisions that align with both net zero targets and nature recovery goals.”
    The research is co-funded by Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and the industry-sponsored INSITE Programme.
    Professor Astley Hastings CEng, from the School of Biological Sciences, will lead work in Aberdeen alongside marine eco-toxicologist Dr Rebecca von Hellfeld, and Dr Kate Gormley, an interdisciplinary researcher specialising in coastal and marine environmental management, working to fill the experimental knowledge gaps on marine contaminants mobilisation and marine growth on structures. Professor Anne-Michelle Slater, from the University’s School of Law, will work on the policy and legislation relating to the environment surrounding marine structures.
    Professor Hastings said: “ValMAS will map marine artificial structures to develop a natural capital framework that reflects their ecological, economic, and social value, identify research gaps and foster collaboration, and model future climate scenarios to assess impacts on biodiversity, fisheries, and carbon storage. The project will also examine public perceptions and economic trade-offs to support a fair energy transition and create advanced decision support tools for use by policymakers, regulators, and industry.
    “While evidence, tools and models around natural capital and MAS exist, access to and uptake of these resources remains limited. There is a pressing need to translate this knowledge into strategic, value-based decision-making that is practical, user-driven, and ready for real-world application.”
    Other project partners include the Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA), Cardiff University, Natural England – the government’s adviser for the natural environment in England, SUERC – Centre For The Isotope Sciences, University of Glasgow, the University of Strathclyde, EFTEC, Ecologos, NIRAS, Marine Energy Wales, the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation, The Shellfish Association of Great Britain, and the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations. It also brings together another 20+ partners from academia, government, NGOs and industry, including major energy operators.
    Tracy Shimmield, Director of Research and Skill at the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) said: “NERC is delighted to announce the launch of ‘The Value of Marine Artificial Structures (ValMAS)’ programme, which seeks to inform nature positive policy solutions for the management of all life stages of Marine Artificial Structures (MAS). The ValMAS project, which is cofounded with industry, builds on the work achieved by the INSITE programme. It will deliver evidence of the interplay between the ecological, economic and social values of MAS, to build a better understanding of their environmental value across sectors in the North Sea. Evidence generated will inform decision making on the best outcomes for the environment when it comes to decommissioning.”
    Professor Beaumont added: “This is not just about infrastructure, it’s about people, nature, and building a future where sustainable energy systems work in harmony with marine life.”
    The project will begin in August 2025 and run for four years.

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  • MIL-OSI Video: Renewable resources in pharmaceuticals: A Mexican scientist making green medicines

    Source: European Commission (video statements)

    Meet Martha C. Mayorquín-Torres, a Mexican scientist conducting research on renewable resources in pharmaceuticals.

    Martha completed her studies in the pharmaceutical field in Mexico City. While seeking new opportunities to advance her research and develop her career, she discovered the TransPharm Project, which is financially supported by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme at Ghent University.

    This marked the beginning of her move to Ghent, Belgium, where she found an abundance of resources at her disposal—both in terms of equipment and the knowledge her colleagues could offer. Her research focuses on creating antiviral components from greener and more renewable resources, while also making pharmaceutical manufacturing processes more sustainable.

    During her time working on her research, Martha realised that Europe can be more than just a place to advance her career; it can become home.

    00:13 The resources of the research group
    00:40 Greener and more sustainable pharmaceuticals
    01:21 The courage to move to Europe and Europe becoming home

    Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-274736

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Curiosity Blog, Sols 4586-4587: Straight Drive, Strategic Science

    Source: NASA

    Written by Scott VanBommel, Planetary Scientist at Washington University in St. Louis
    Earth planning date: Monday, June 30, 2025
    Our weekend drive placed Curiosity exactly where we had hoped: on lighter-toned, resistant bedrock we have been eyeing for close study. Curiosity’s workspace tosol did not contain any targets suitable for DRT. After a detailed discussion by the team, weighing science not only in tosol’s plan but the holiday-shifted sols ahead, the decision was made to perform contact science at the current workspace and then drive in the second sol of the plan.
    Normally, drives in the second sol of a two-sol plan are uncommon, as we require information on the ground to assess in advance of the next sol’s planning. At present however, the current “Mars time” is quite favorable, enabling Curiosity’s team to operate within “nominal sols” and receive the necessary data in time for Wednesday’s one-sol plan. DAN kicked off the first sol of the plan with a passive measurement, complemented by another in the afternoon and two more on the second sol. Arm activities focused on placing MAHLI and APXS on “La Paz” and “Playa Agua de Luna,” two lighter-toned, laminated rocks.
    The rest of the first sol was rounded out with ChemCam LIBS analyses on “La Joya” followed by further LIBS analyses on “La Vega” on the second sol, once Curiosity’s arm was out of the way of the laser. ChemCam and Mastcam additionally imaged “Mishe Mokwa” prior to the nearly straight drive of about 20 meters (about 66 feet). Environmental monitoring activities, imaging of the CheMin inlet cover, and a SAM EBT activity rounded out Curiosity’s efforts on the second sol.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Curiosity Blog, Sols 4586-4587: Straight Drive, Strategic Science

    Source: NASA

    Written by Scott VanBommel, Planetary Scientist at Washington University in St. Louis
    Earth planning date: Monday, June 30, 2025
    Our weekend drive placed Curiosity exactly where we had hoped: on lighter-toned, resistant bedrock we have been eyeing for close study. Curiosity’s workspace tosol did not contain any targets suitable for DRT. After a detailed discussion by the team, weighing science not only in tosol’s plan but the holiday-shifted sols ahead, the decision was made to perform contact science at the current workspace and then drive in the second sol of the plan.
    Normally, drives in the second sol of a two-sol plan are uncommon, as we require information on the ground to assess in advance of the next sol’s planning. At present however, the current “Mars time” is quite favorable, enabling Curiosity’s team to operate within “nominal sols” and receive the necessary data in time for Wednesday’s one-sol plan. DAN kicked off the first sol of the plan with a passive measurement, complemented by another in the afternoon and two more on the second sol. Arm activities focused on placing MAHLI and APXS on “La Paz” and “Playa Agua de Luna,” two lighter-toned, laminated rocks.
    The rest of the first sol was rounded out with ChemCam LIBS analyses on “La Joya” followed by further LIBS analyses on “La Vega” on the second sol, once Curiosity’s arm was out of the way of the laser. ChemCam and Mastcam additionally imaged “Mishe Mokwa” prior to the nearly straight drive of about 20 meters (about 66 feet). Environmental monitoring activities, imaging of the CheMin inlet cover, and a SAM EBT activity rounded out Curiosity’s efforts on the second sol.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Curiosity Blog, Sols 4586-4587: Straight Drive, Strategic Science

    Source: NASA

    Written by Scott VanBommel, Planetary Scientist at Washington University in St. Louis
    Earth planning date: Monday, June 30, 2025
    Our weekend drive placed Curiosity exactly where we had hoped: on lighter-toned, resistant bedrock we have been eyeing for close study. Curiosity’s workspace tosol did not contain any targets suitable for DRT. After a detailed discussion by the team, weighing science not only in tosol’s plan but the holiday-shifted sols ahead, the decision was made to perform contact science at the current workspace and then drive in the second sol of the plan.
    Normally, drives in the second sol of a two-sol plan are uncommon, as we require information on the ground to assess in advance of the next sol’s planning. At present however, the current “Mars time” is quite favorable, enabling Curiosity’s team to operate within “nominal sols” and receive the necessary data in time for Wednesday’s one-sol plan. DAN kicked off the first sol of the plan with a passive measurement, complemented by another in the afternoon and two more on the second sol. Arm activities focused on placing MAHLI and APXS on “La Paz” and “Playa Agua de Luna,” two lighter-toned, laminated rocks.
    The rest of the first sol was rounded out with ChemCam LIBS analyses on “La Joya” followed by further LIBS analyses on “La Vega” on the second sol, once Curiosity’s arm was out of the way of the laser. ChemCam and Mastcam additionally imaged “Mishe Mokwa” prior to the nearly straight drive of about 20 meters (about 66 feet). Environmental monitoring activities, imaging of the CheMin inlet cover, and a SAM EBT activity rounded out Curiosity’s efforts on the second sol.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: An Update From the 2025 Mars 2020 Science Team Meeting

    Source: NASA

    A behind-the-scenes look at the annual Mars 2020 Science Team Meeting

    Written by Katie Stack Morgan, Mars 2020 Acting Project Scientist 

    The Mars 2020 Science Team gathered for a week in June to discuss recent science results, synthesize earlier mission observations, and discuss future plans for continued exploration of Jezero’s crater rim. It was also an opportunity to celebrate what makes this mission so special: one of the most capable and sophisticated science missions ever sent to Mars, an experienced and expert Science Team, and the rover’s many science accomplishments this past year.  
    We kicked off the meeting, which was hosted by our colleagues on the RIMFAX team at the University of Oslo, with a focus on our most recent discoveries on the Jezero crater rim. A highlight was the team’s in-depth discussion of spherules observed at Witch Hazel Hill, features which likely provide us the best chance of determining the origin of the crater rim rock sequence.   
    On the second day, we heard status updates from each of the science instrument teams. We then transitioned to a session devoted to “traverse-scale” syntheses. After 4.5 years of Perseverance on Mars and more than 37 kilometers of driving (more than 23 miles), we’re now able to analyze and integrate science datasets across the entire surface mission, looking for trends through space and time within the Jezero rock record. Our team also held a poster session, which was a great opportunity for in-person and informal scientific discussion.  
    The team’s modern atmospheric and environmental investigations were front and center on Day 3. We then rewound the clock, hearing new and updated analyses of data acquired during Perseverance’s earlier campaigns in Jezero’s Margin unit, crater floor, and western fan. The last day of the meeting was focused entirely on future plans for the Perseverance rover, including a discussion of our exploration and sampling strategy during the Crater Rim Campaign. We also looked further afield, considering where the rover might explore over the next few years.  
    Following the meeting, the Science Team took a one-day field trip to visit Gardnos crater, a heavily eroded impact crater with excellent examples of impact melt breccia and post-impact sediment fill. The team’s visit to Gardnos offered a unique opportunity to see and study impact-generated rock units like those expected on the Jezero crater rim and to discuss the challenges we have recognizing similar units with the rover on Mars. Recapping our Perseverance team meetings has been one of my favorite yearly traditions (see summaries from our 2022, 2023, and 2024 meetings) and I look forward to reporting back a year from now. As the Perseverance team tackles challenges in the year to come, we can seek inspiration from one of Norway’s greatest polar explorers, Fridtjof Nansen, who said while delivering his Nobel lecture, “The difficult is that which can be done at once; the impossible is that which takes a little longer.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: An Update From the 2025 Mars 2020 Science Team Meeting

    Source: NASA

    A behind-the-scenes look at the annual Mars 2020 Science Team Meeting

    Written by Katie Stack Morgan, Mars 2020 Acting Project Scientist 

    The Mars 2020 Science Team gathered for a week in June to discuss recent science results, synthesize earlier mission observations, and discuss future plans for continued exploration of Jezero’s crater rim. It was also an opportunity to celebrate what makes this mission so special: one of the most capable and sophisticated science missions ever sent to Mars, an experienced and expert Science Team, and the rover’s many science accomplishments this past year.  
    We kicked off the meeting, which was hosted by our colleagues on the RIMFAX team at the University of Oslo, with a focus on our most recent discoveries on the Jezero crater rim. A highlight was the team’s in-depth discussion of spherules observed at Witch Hazel Hill, features which likely provide us the best chance of determining the origin of the crater rim rock sequence.   
    On the second day, we heard status updates from each of the science instrument teams. We then transitioned to a session devoted to “traverse-scale” syntheses. After 4.5 years of Perseverance on Mars and more than 37 kilometers of driving (more than 23 miles), we’re now able to analyze and integrate science datasets across the entire surface mission, looking for trends through space and time within the Jezero rock record. Our team also held a poster session, which was a great opportunity for in-person and informal scientific discussion.  
    The team’s modern atmospheric and environmental investigations were front and center on Day 3. We then rewound the clock, hearing new and updated analyses of data acquired during Perseverance’s earlier campaigns in Jezero’s Margin unit, crater floor, and western fan. The last day of the meeting was focused entirely on future plans for the Perseverance rover, including a discussion of our exploration and sampling strategy during the Crater Rim Campaign. We also looked further afield, considering where the rover might explore over the next few years.  
    Following the meeting, the Science Team took a one-day field trip to visit Gardnos crater, a heavily eroded impact crater with excellent examples of impact melt breccia and post-impact sediment fill. The team’s visit to Gardnos offered a unique opportunity to see and study impact-generated rock units like those expected on the Jezero crater rim and to discuss the challenges we have recognizing similar units with the rover on Mars. Recapping our Perseverance team meetings has been one of my favorite yearly traditions (see summaries from our 2022, 2023, and 2024 meetings) and I look forward to reporting back a year from now. As the Perseverance team tackles challenges in the year to come, we can seek inspiration from one of Norway’s greatest polar explorers, Fridtjof Nansen, who said while delivering his Nobel lecture, “The difficult is that which can be done at once; the impossible is that which takes a little longer.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: An Update From the 2025 Mars 2020 Science Team Meeting

    Source: NASA

    A behind-the-scenes look at the annual Mars 2020 Science Team Meeting

    Written by Katie Stack Morgan, Mars 2020 Acting Project Scientist 

    The Mars 2020 Science Team gathered for a week in June to discuss recent science results, synthesize earlier mission observations, and discuss future plans for continued exploration of Jezero’s crater rim. It was also an opportunity to celebrate what makes this mission so special: one of the most capable and sophisticated science missions ever sent to Mars, an experienced and expert Science Team, and the rover’s many science accomplishments this past year.  
    We kicked off the meeting, which was hosted by our colleagues on the RIMFAX team at the University of Oslo, with a focus on our most recent discoveries on the Jezero crater rim. A highlight was the team’s in-depth discussion of spherules observed at Witch Hazel Hill, features which likely provide us the best chance of determining the origin of the crater rim rock sequence.   
    On the second day, we heard status updates from each of the science instrument teams. We then transitioned to a session devoted to “traverse-scale” syntheses. After 4.5 years of Perseverance on Mars and more than 37 kilometers of driving (more than 23 miles), we’re now able to analyze and integrate science datasets across the entire surface mission, looking for trends through space and time within the Jezero rock record. Our team also held a poster session, which was a great opportunity for in-person and informal scientific discussion.  
    The team’s modern atmospheric and environmental investigations were front and center on Day 3. We then rewound the clock, hearing new and updated analyses of data acquired during Perseverance’s earlier campaigns in Jezero’s Margin unit, crater floor, and western fan. The last day of the meeting was focused entirely on future plans for the Perseverance rover, including a discussion of our exploration and sampling strategy during the Crater Rim Campaign. We also looked further afield, considering where the rover might explore over the next few years.  
    Following the meeting, the Science Team took a one-day field trip to visit Gardnos crater, a heavily eroded impact crater with excellent examples of impact melt breccia and post-impact sediment fill. The team’s visit to Gardnos offered a unique opportunity to see and study impact-generated rock units like those expected on the Jezero crater rim and to discuss the challenges we have recognizing similar units with the rover on Mars. Recapping our Perseverance team meetings has been one of my favorite yearly traditions (see summaries from our 2022, 2023, and 2024 meetings) and I look forward to reporting back a year from now. As the Perseverance team tackles challenges in the year to come, we can seek inspiration from one of Norway’s greatest polar explorers, Fridtjof Nansen, who said while delivering his Nobel lecture, “The difficult is that which can be done at once; the impossible is that which takes a little longer.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NASA Missions Help Explain, Predict Severity of Solar Storms

    Source: NASA

    An unexpectedly strong solar storm rocked our planet on April 23, 2023, sparking auroras as far south as southern Texas in the U.S. and taking the world by surprise. 
    Two days earlier, the Sun blasted a coronal mass ejection (CME) — a cloud of energetic particles, magnetic fields, and solar material — toward Earth. Space scientists took notice, expecting it could cause disruptions to Earth’s magnetic field, known as a geomagnetic storm. But the CME wasn’t especially fast or massive, and it was preceded by a relatively weak solar flare, suggesting the storm would be minor. But it became severe.
    Using NASA heliophysics missions, new studies of this storm and others are helping scientists learn why some CMEs have more intense effects — and better predict the impacts of future solar eruptions on our lives.

    Why Was This Storm So Intense?
    A paper published in the Astrophysical Journal on March 31 suggests the CME’s orientation relative to Earth likely caused the April 2023 storm to become surprisingly strong.
    The researchers gathered observations from five heliophysics spacecraft across the inner solar system to study the CME in detail as it emerged from the Sun and traveled to Earth.
    They noticed a large coronal hole near the CME’s birthplace. Coronal holes are areas where the solar wind — a stream of particles flowing from the Sun — floods outward at higher than normal speeds.
    “The fast solar wind coming from this coronal hole acted like an air current, nudging the CME away from its original straight-line path and pushing it closer to Earth’s orbital plane,” said the paper’s lead author, Evangelos Paouris of the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland. “In addition to this deflection, the CME also rotated slightly.”
    Paouris says this turned the CME’s magnetic fields opposite to Earth’s magnetic field and held them there — allowing more of the Sun’s energy to pour into Earth’s environment and intensifying the storm.

    Cool Thermosphere
    Meanwhile, NASA’s GOLD (Global-scale Observations of Limb and Disk) mission revealed another unexpected consequence of the April 2023 storm at Earth.
    Before, during, and after the storm, GOLD studied the temperature in the middle thermosphere, a part of Earth’s upper atmosphere about 85 to 120 miles overhead. During the storm, temperatures increased throughout GOLD’s wide field of view over the Americas. But surprisingly, after the storm, temperatures dropped about 90 to 198 degrees Fahrenheit lower than they were before the storm (from about 980 to 1,070 degrees Fahrenheit before the storm to 870 to 980 degrees Fahrenheit afterward).
    “Our measurement is the first to show widespread cooling in the middle thermosphere after a strong storm,” said Xuguang Cai of the University of Colorado, Boulder, lead author of a paper about GOLD’s observations published in the journal JGR Space Physics on April 15, 2025.
    The thermosphere’s temperature is important, because it affects how much drag Earth-orbiting satellites and space debris experience.
    “When the thermosphere cools, it contracts and becomes less dense at satellite altitudes, reducing drag,” Cai said. “This can cause satellites and space debris to stay in orbit longer than expected, increasing the risk of collisions. Understanding how geomagnetic storms and solar activity affect Earth’s upper atmosphere helps protect technologies we all rely on — like GPS, satellites, and radio communications.”
    Predicting When Storms Strike
    To predict when a CME will trigger a geomagnetic storm, or be “geoeffective,” some scientists are combining observations with machine learning. A paper published last November in the journal Solar Physics describes one such approach called GeoCME.
    Machine learning is a type of artificial intelligence in which a computer algorithm learns from data to identify patterns, then uses those patterns to make decisions or predictions.
    Scientists trained GeoCME by giving it images from the NASA/ESA (European Space Agency) SOHO (Solar and Heliospheric Observatory) spacecraft of different CMEs that reached Earth along with SOHO images of the Sun before, during, and after each CME. They then told the model whether each CME produced a geomagnetic storm.
    Then, when it was given images from three different science instruments on SOHO, the model’s predictions were highly accurate. Out of 21 geoeffective CMEs, the model correctly predicted all 21 of them; of 7 non-geoeffective ones, it correctly predicted 5 of them.
    “The algorithm shows promise,” said heliophysicist Jack Ireland of NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, who was not involved in the study. “Understanding if a CME will be geoeffective or not can help us protect infrastructure in space and technological systems on Earth. This paper shows machine learning approaches to predicting geoeffective CMEs are feasible.”

    Earlier Warnings
    During a severe geomagnetic storm in May 2024 — the strongest to rattle Earth in over 20 years — NASA’s STEREO (Solar Terrestrial Relations Observatory) measured the magnetic field structure of CMEs as they passed by.
    When a CME headed for Earth hits a spacecraft first, that spacecraft can often measure the CME and its magnetic field directly, helping scientists determine how strong the geomagnetic storm will be at Earth. Typically, the first spacecraft to get hit are one million miles from Earth toward the Sun at a place called Lagrange Point 1 (L1), giving us only 10 to 60 minutes advanced warning.
    By chance, during the May 2024 storm, when several CMEs erupted from the Sun and merged on their way to Earth, NASA’s STEREO-A spacecraft happened to be between us and the Sun, about 4 million miles closer to the Sun than L1.
    A paper published March 17, 2025, in the journal Space Weather reports that if STEREO-A had served as a CME sentinel, it could have provided an accurate prediction of the resulting storm’s strength 2 hours and 34 minutes earlier than a spacecraft could at L1.
    According to the paper’s lead author, Eva Weiler of the Austrian Space Weather Office in Graz, “No other Earth-directed superstorm has ever been observed by a spacecraft positioned closer to the Sun than L1.”

    By Vanessa ThomasNASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Md.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NASA Missions Help Explain, Predict Severity of Solar Storms

    Source: NASA

    An unexpectedly strong solar storm rocked our planet on April 23, 2023, sparking auroras as far south as southern Texas in the U.S. and taking the world by surprise. 
    Two days earlier, the Sun blasted a coronal mass ejection (CME) — a cloud of energetic particles, magnetic fields, and solar material — toward Earth. Space scientists took notice, expecting it could cause disruptions to Earth’s magnetic field, known as a geomagnetic storm. But the CME wasn’t especially fast or massive, and it was preceded by a relatively weak solar flare, suggesting the storm would be minor. But it became severe.
    Using NASA heliophysics missions, new studies of this storm and others are helping scientists learn why some CMEs have more intense effects — and better predict the impacts of future solar eruptions on our lives.

    Why Was This Storm So Intense?
    A paper published in the Astrophysical Journal on March 31 suggests the CME’s orientation relative to Earth likely caused the April 2023 storm to become surprisingly strong.
    The researchers gathered observations from five heliophysics spacecraft across the inner solar system to study the CME in detail as it emerged from the Sun and traveled to Earth.
    They noticed a large coronal hole near the CME’s birthplace. Coronal holes are areas where the solar wind — a stream of particles flowing from the Sun — floods outward at higher than normal speeds.
    “The fast solar wind coming from this coronal hole acted like an air current, nudging the CME away from its original straight-line path and pushing it closer to Earth’s orbital plane,” said the paper’s lead author, Evangelos Paouris of the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland. “In addition to this deflection, the CME also rotated slightly.”
    Paouris says this turned the CME’s magnetic fields opposite to Earth’s magnetic field and held them there — allowing more of the Sun’s energy to pour into Earth’s environment and intensifying the storm.

    Cool Thermosphere
    Meanwhile, NASA’s GOLD (Global-scale Observations of Limb and Disk) mission revealed another unexpected consequence of the April 2023 storm at Earth.
    Before, during, and after the storm, GOLD studied the temperature in the middle thermosphere, a part of Earth’s upper atmosphere about 85 to 120 miles overhead. During the storm, temperatures increased throughout GOLD’s wide field of view over the Americas. But surprisingly, after the storm, temperatures dropped about 90 to 198 degrees Fahrenheit lower than they were before the storm (from about 980 to 1,070 degrees Fahrenheit before the storm to 870 to 980 degrees Fahrenheit afterward).
    “Our measurement is the first to show widespread cooling in the middle thermosphere after a strong storm,” said Xuguang Cai of the University of Colorado, Boulder, lead author of a paper about GOLD’s observations published in the journal JGR Space Physics on April 15, 2025.
    The thermosphere’s temperature is important, because it affects how much drag Earth-orbiting satellites and space debris experience.
    “When the thermosphere cools, it contracts and becomes less dense at satellite altitudes, reducing drag,” Cai said. “This can cause satellites and space debris to stay in orbit longer than expected, increasing the risk of collisions. Understanding how geomagnetic storms and solar activity affect Earth’s upper atmosphere helps protect technologies we all rely on — like GPS, satellites, and radio communications.”
    Predicting When Storms Strike
    To predict when a CME will trigger a geomagnetic storm, or be “geoeffective,” some scientists are combining observations with machine learning. A paper published last November in the journal Solar Physics describes one such approach called GeoCME.
    Machine learning is a type of artificial intelligence in which a computer algorithm learns from data to identify patterns, then uses those patterns to make decisions or predictions.
    Scientists trained GeoCME by giving it images from the NASA/ESA (European Space Agency) SOHO (Solar and Heliospheric Observatory) spacecraft of different CMEs that reached Earth along with SOHO images of the Sun before, during, and after each CME. They then told the model whether each CME produced a geomagnetic storm.
    Then, when it was given images from three different science instruments on SOHO, the model’s predictions were highly accurate. Out of 21 geoeffective CMEs, the model correctly predicted all 21 of them; of 7 non-geoeffective ones, it correctly predicted 5 of them.
    “The algorithm shows promise,” said heliophysicist Jack Ireland of NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, who was not involved in the study. “Understanding if a CME will be geoeffective or not can help us protect infrastructure in space and technological systems on Earth. This paper shows machine learning approaches to predicting geoeffective CMEs are feasible.”

    Earlier Warnings
    During a severe geomagnetic storm in May 2024 — the strongest to rattle Earth in over 20 years — NASA’s STEREO (Solar Terrestrial Relations Observatory) measured the magnetic field structure of CMEs as they passed by.
    When a CME headed for Earth hits a spacecraft first, that spacecraft can often measure the CME and its magnetic field directly, helping scientists determine how strong the geomagnetic storm will be at Earth. Typically, the first spacecraft to get hit are one million miles from Earth toward the Sun at a place called Lagrange Point 1 (L1), giving us only 10 to 60 minutes advanced warning.
    By chance, during the May 2024 storm, when several CMEs erupted from the Sun and merged on their way to Earth, NASA’s STEREO-A spacecraft happened to be between us and the Sun, about 4 million miles closer to the Sun than L1.
    A paper published March 17, 2025, in the journal Space Weather reports that if STEREO-A had served as a CME sentinel, it could have provided an accurate prediction of the resulting storm’s strength 2 hours and 34 minutes earlier than a spacecraft could at L1.
    According to the paper’s lead author, Eva Weiler of the Austrian Space Weather Office in Graz, “No other Earth-directed superstorm has ever been observed by a spacecraft positioned closer to the Sun than L1.”

    By Vanessa ThomasNASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Md.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: LCQ2: Prevention of water mains bursts

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

         Following is a question by the Hon Holden Chow and a reply by the Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, in the Legislative Council today (July 2):

    Question:

    The Government indicated in its reply to a question from a Member of this Council on May 14 this year that the Water Intelligent Network (WIN) implemented by the Water Supplies Department has completed the establishment of all 2 400 district metering areas (DMAs) by the end of March this year to help strengthen the management of leakage in water supply networks. However, it has been reported that incidents of underground water mains burst still occurred frequently, and multiple incidents of water mains burst even occurred in Tuen Mun District within a week in early June this year. In this connection, will the Government inform this Council:

    (1) whether it has examined the reasons for the occurrence of underground water mains burst incidents one after another after the completion of the establishment of WIN, and whether it has explored improvement proposals;
    The reply to the questions raised by the Hon Chow is as follows:
    However, the DMAs of WIN currently do not cover the fresh water trunk mains and approximately 20 per cent of the fresh water distribution network. We have to extend its coverage. Additionally, some aged water mains, such as those made of cast iron and asbestos cement, have relatively fragile exteriors. Even the water mains laid within the DMAs of WIN, they may suddenly burst upon external force impact, so we need to schedule the replacement of these water mains taking into account risk factors.
    In addition, the WSD has been collaborating with local and Mainland academic and research institutions to study the application of other advanced technologies, such as sonar surveys and fibre-optic technology, to detect pipe leakage early. The WSD will collaborate with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University to establish a joint laboratory of “In-line Robot” in August this year to conduct high-precision inspections of water mains.
    From 2015 to March 2025, about 240 kilometres long water mains have been replaced or rehabilitated. The WSD obtained funding approval from the Legislative Council last year to replace or rehabilitate about 20 kilometres of large steel water mains. These improvement works, including about four kilometres in Tuen Mun District, are preliminarily expected to be completed by 2029 progressively.  
    ???Thank you, President.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: APEC Opens Scientist Exchange Program in Korea Sejong, Republic of Korea | 02 July 2025 APEC Policy Partnership on Science, Technology and Innovation APEC has kicked off a new exchange program to boost cross-border research, with Korea hosting the first cohort of scientists in Seoul this year.

    Source: APEC – Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation

    APEC has kicked off a new exchange program to boost cross-border research, with Korea hosting the first cohort of scientists in Seoul this year. The Scientist Invitation Program to Korea 2025 marks the first program under the APEC Scientist Exchange Initiative, a new regional effort to enhance scientific mobility and long-term collaboration.

    This is the first time APEC has launched a dedicated mobility track for scientists, signaling a significant step toward institutionalizing scientific exchange as part of the region’s broader agenda for inclusive innovation and sustainable growth.

    Funded and implemented this year by the Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea, the program supports researchers from APEC member economies through structured training and joint research opportunities. It also offers streamlined visa application processes and fast-track entry and exit at Korean ports of entry.

    The launch comes at a time when economies are navigating post-pandemic recovery, an accelerating digital transformation and rising demand for interdisciplinary scientific talent. By investing in mobility and peer exchange, the program responds to calls for deeper regional cooperation in science and technology.

    “Capacity building and exchange programmes empower scientists to share knowledge, foster innovation and create solutions that transcend borders, driving global progress through shared mission collaborations via human-to-human exchanges,” said Hazami Habib, Vice Chair of the APEC Policy Partnership on Science, Technology and Innovation (PPSTI).

    “This could lead to not only enhanced connectivity but also significant impacts across the APEC region. The Scientist Invitation Program to Korea 2025 is a commendable initiative which stimulates further interest in collaborative research within the region,” Habib added.

    “Korea has emphasized the importance of innovation driven by cultivating science and technology talent,” said Sunghoon Hwang, Director General for International Cooperation at Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT. “We hope that the Scientist Invitation Program will enable scientists from Korea and participating APEC members to build research networks and create scientific collaboration opportunities across the region, particularly with Korea.”

    The program offers two distinct pathways for participation. The first is a 10-day capacity-building track that includes mentoring, expert lectures and policy discussions to support future collaboration. The second is a 90-day research placement, where participants conduct joint research at leading Korean institutions. Eligible applicants must hold a PhD or a master’s degree with at least three years of relevant professional experience.

    The first session, focused on physics, ran from 26 May to 6 June in Seoul. It brought together 21 researchers and professors from Malaysia, Peru and Thailand, who engaged in lab visits, including the Center for Quantum Nanoscience at Ewha Womans University, and took part in cultural experiences that strengthened professional and personal ties.

    “This program will help me to have an international collaboration. I feel good, and this is a good opportunity for me,” said Dr Nuttawadee Intachai, a lecturer at Chiang Mai University in Thailand who participated in the session.

    The second session, focused on chemistry and involving scientists from Indonesia and the Philippines, concluded on 27 June. Upcoming sessions in earth sciences and life sciences, along with the first round of 90-day research placements, are set to begin in July.

    With up to 100 scientists expected to participate this year, the Scientist Invitation Program is laying the groundwork for a more connected, collaborative, and innovation-driven APEC region.

    The broader initiative also includes plans for an APEC Scientist Travel Card, modeled after the APEC Business Travel Card. Once developed, the card would streamline mobility for scientists attending conferences, seminars, or joint projects by facilitating visa-free or expedited entry. More information is available on the official program website.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: HSE’s DPO Digital Ecosystem Wins Priority: Digital Award

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: State University Higher School of Economics – State University Higher School of Economics –

    At the end of June, the results of the III National Award in the field of information technology “Priority: Digital – 2025” were summed up. HSE became a laureate in the nomination “Digital in Education” with the project digital ecosystem of additional educationThe winners of the award include the Government of Moscow, Alfa-Bank JSC, VTB Bank, Moscow Metro State Unitary Enterprise, Gazprom Neft, and Sber.

    The III National Award in the field of information technology “Priority: Digital – 2025” recognized the best domestic IT developers and promising Russian projects in the field of high technology. Receiving it confirms the high level of expertise of the winner and is an indicator of success in creating competitive world-class products.

    The award ceremony is held annually and contributes to the formation of a positive image, stimulating the development of the Russian IT market, popularizing the best practices of implementing innovations among businesses and the public. The award is designed to increase investor interest in Russian products and promote the implementation of advanced solutions for the digital transformation of business and the state.

    The digital ecosystem of additional professional education includes a marketplace of additional professional education programs with a system of personal accounts, an accounting system, an electronic educational environment, high-tech educational solutions, analytics, CRM and integration with all necessary digital systems of the university.

    Every year, HSE implements about a thousand additional education programs, attracting tens of thousands of students. Through the systematic implementation of innovative solutions and deep integration of digital tools into the educational process, we form an effective digital infrastructure for modern education, ensuring continuous professional development of specialists and increasing their competitiveness in the labor market.

    “HSE developed the CIS DPO and other elements of the digital ecosystem, and continues to develop and improve them in cooperation with leading EdTech and IT companies: Perviy Bit, iSpring, Labius LLC (Simulizator), CDO Global, Lan and others. This powerful partnership allows us to make a modern and popular product. Everyone can see for themselves: go to DPO marketplace, choose a program according to your interests and become part of a strong community of HSE DPO,” says the head Operational management of DPO Oksana Zhgun.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Rosmolodezh.Grants: Polytechnic University received over 15 million rubles for the development of student communities and mentoring

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    Polytechnic University was among 89 winners of the large-scale Rosmolodezh. Grants competition among universities. This time, the traditional competition was transformed with a focus on supporting youth policy development programs at the university. The grant is designed for two years and is aimed at systemic work and comprehensive development of leaders of student initiatives and communities.

    This year, 293 educational institutions submitted 2803 project solutions, and SPbPU was among the best. The decision to support the initiatives of the Polytechnic University confirms the high level of implementation of the youth policy strategy at the university and the involvement of student community leaders in the development of the institution.

    The Community Trajectory project includes eight solutions (six in the first year of implementation, two in the second) with a total coverage of more than 7,000 students, integrated into the life cycle of work with youth as part of the implementation of the target model of youth policy at SPbPU until 2030.

    Let’s talk about the projects in more detail.

    The historical program “Light Up Knowledge” involves the creation of a corporate-level monitoring system for students during the adaptation process at SPbPU.

    In order to implement the project for the leaders of student communities “Activation”, a vector of development of associations in SPbPU will be formed within the framework of the implementation of the youth policy strategy. It is planned to develop a unified system of support and mentoring, which will help transform the directions of development of communities at the university.

    The student media space “Medialab” will be created to support systemically important communities in the media environment. The goal is to popularize the development trajectories of leaders and the implementation of youth policy at the Polytechnic within the framework of national goals.

    The new model of student self-government “Academic Leader” will be aimed at interaction with the academic group. Its main task is to promote the development of the student self-government system at SPbPU, as well as to identify and train leaders among students for various associations. The emphasis will be on the implementation of the goals and objectives of youth policy and the transmission of values.

    During the implementation of the mentoring program of the Public Institute “Adapters”, a basis will be created for the formation of future mentors, members of the Association of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University Graduates.

    The AI in PolyCapital system is designed to model the trajectories of student community leaders. It is a single digital ecosystem that allows for effective tracking of talented representatives by modeling their career trajectories through youth policy implementation programs at SPbPU and in the country.

    The ProActive media project is aimed at developing an information support system that will help form a new image of a polytechnic leader within the framework of a new model of interaction between communities and the university. The key feature is the active involvement of prominent representatives of various associations.

    In the process of implementing the project for leaders of student communities “Activation of the Community Model”, it is planned to develop and test a new model of interaction with the Polytechnic associations. A key role will be played by graduate mentors who will become part of the system of support for the development trajectories of communities. The designed model will become a methodological basis for scaling practices and exchanging experience between universities of St. Petersburg and the country.

    All project decisions will be implemented through five modules aimed at involving students who are part of university student communities in the youth policy implementation program. The main focus will be on achieving national goals and indicators.

    The project is integrated into the general system of implementing the regional state youth policy, as well as the Working Program for the Education of Students and the Implementation of the SPbPU Youth Policy for 2025–2030. It meets the key areas of youth policy that are developing in our country. The project is a good example of the implementation of the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation of 07.05.2024 No. 309 “On the National Development Goals of the Russian Federation for the Period up to 2030 and for the Perspective Up to 2036”, as well as the initiatives “Russia — the Country of Opportunities”, “Universities for the Generation of Leaders” of the National Project “Youth and Children”.

    The result will be the development of a new model of a university student community (a system-forming community) with elements of mentoring. It will be focused on the partnership of universities in solving problems in the field of youth policy. The model will become the foundation for the formation of communities of graduate mentors in the university environment.

    Methodological and expert support will be provided by partners – the Mashuk knowledge center, ANO Russia – Country of Opportunities, the Committee on Youth Policy and Interaction with Public Organizations of St. Petersburg, the Standing Commission on Youth Policy, Public Associations and Digitalization, Youth Spaces PROSTO, as well as employees of St. Petersburg universities.

    #Rosmolodzh. Graints

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: 3D panoramas of Vorobyovy Gory have been published in the mobile application “Discover Moscow”

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

    The mobile application “Discover Moscow” has appeared 3D panoramas of Vorobyovy Gory. Users will see how this area changed over several historical eras, learn what the Vorobyovsky Palace of the Russian tsars of the 18th century looked like, where the restaurant of the enterprising peasant Stepan Krynkin, popular in the city at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, was located, and how the main building of the Moscow State University (MSU) named after M.V. Lomonosov was erected in the mid-20th century. All this will help to imagine the various stages of the territory’s development.

    “The 3D panoramas of Vorobyovy Gory allow you to imagine how this favorite vacation spot for Muscovites and visitors to the capital looked in different eras. For example, one of the panoramas recreates the construction process of the main building of Moscow State University – users can literally witness a historical moment. To enhance the immersion effect, specialists have worked out in detail not only architectural objects, but also elements of nature: birds in flight, grass swaying in the wind. You can see all this both on site and from home, but the most vivid impressions await those who go to the observation deck of Vorobyovy Gory – breathtaking views open up here and you can feel the connection of times,” the press service said.

    Department of Information Technology of the City of Moscow.

    An information stele has been installed on the observation deck of Vorobyovy Gory, which will help you to see the 3D panorama right there. To see it, you need to scan the QR code and download the “Discover Moscow” application. After installing the application, you need to scan the QR code again, click the “View 3D panorama” button and select the period of time you are interested in. Then you can look around through your smartphone camera — historical views will come to life right on the screen.

    The panorama and key historical moments can be studied remotely – at any time and from anywhere in the country. To do this, in the “Discover Moscow” application, find the “Vorobyovy Gory: observation deck” object card, click the “View 3D panorama” button, select the era and explore the area through the screen of your device.

    Sparrow Hills: from the Middle Ages to the present day

    The picturesque Vorobyovy Gory with its panoramic views of Moscow has attracted Russian rulers for centuries. The village of Vorobyevo was mentioned in the 15th century, and in the 16th century, Prince Vasily III built a wooden palace here. Ivan the Terrible took refuge within its walls during the uprising of 1547, and later Boris Godunov and Mikhail Romanov used the residence. In 1684, Princess Sophia ordered a new palace to be built in the Moscow Baroque style.

    It was here that young Peter I became interested in artillery, which largely determined his future interests. After the capital was moved to St. Petersburg, the palace gradually fell into disrepair, and after a fire in 1812, it finally disappeared. Its foundation was discovered in 1901 during the installation of a water pipe. Today, only archival documents and old engravings remind us of the building. But you can see it in the first 3D panorama – just click the button “Vorobyevsky Palace. 18th century”.

    The second 3D panorama will introduce you to a virtual image of another Vorobyovy Gory structure — the Krynkin restaurant of the 19th–20th centuries. It was opened in 1891 by Stepan Krynkin, a native of the village of Vorobyevo. By 1904, the establishment had become a real entertainment center: gypsy choirs were heard here, illusionists performed, reindeer sleigh rides were offered in the winter, roller coasters were offered in the summer, and fireworks were displayed on New Year’s Eve. Krynkin thought through every detail: a narrow-gauge railway with a small locomotive known as the “cuckoo” was even laid for guests, and a boat service was organized. During the revolution, a reading room was built instead of the restaurant, but the building soon burned down, leaving behind only memories and quotes in classical literature.

    The third 3D panorama in the Discover Moscow app visualizes the construction of the legendary Stalinist skyscraper — the main building of Lomonosov Moscow State University. Construction began in 1947. The project was developed by leading architects, including Boris Iofan and Lev Rudnev, and the sculptural design was entrusted to Vera Mukhina’s studio. Construction proceeded at a record pace: by 1949, the frame had already reached 10 floors. Chief engineer Nikolai Nikitin created a unique 15-meter-deep floating foundation and special columns that prevented the building from subsiding in unstable soils. From its construction in 1953 until 1990, the building remained the tallest in Europe. Learn more about the history of the university and the key figures associated with its creation, development, and transformation. Thematic quiz, dedicated to the 270th anniversary of the legendary university. The new stele on Vorobyovy Gory is also part of a special project prepared by the portal “Learn Moscow” and Lomonosov Moscow State University and dedicated to the university’s anniversary.

    Today, Vorobyovy Gory is a unique historical area and a nature reserve in the very center of the capital, as well as one of the four territories of Gorky Park. More than 150 species of animals and birds, as well as about 400 species of plants, including those listed in the Red Book of Moscow, are found here. There are two ecological trails on the territory, each over one and a half kilometers long. This is one of the most picturesque places in the center of the capital, which is perfect for sports and leisurely walks in the forest.

    “Moscow Parks” is a large-scale city initiative aimed at creating comfortable, modern and multifunctional places for recreation. It unites over 50 park areas where you can learn more about culture, play sports, take a walk with the whole family and find solitude in nature. Thanks to the project, unique landscapes and ecosystems are preserved, and bike paths, workout and sports grounds, art objects, children’s playgrounds and summer cafes appear.

    “Get to Know Moscow” — a joint project of the departments of information technology, culture, cultural heritage, education and science. The interactive guide contains, for example, photographs and descriptions of more than 3.5 thousand buildings, monuments, historical sites, over 290 walking routes and information about more than 330 historical figures. Users also have access to mobile application “Get to know Moscow.”

    The creation, development and operation of the e-government infrastructure, including the provision of mass socially significant services, as well as other services in electronic form, correspond to the objectives of the national project “Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State” and the regional project of the city of Moscow “Digital Public Administration”.

    Get the latest news quickly official telegram channel the city of Moscow.

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: 1 July 2025 Sakhalin Region to appear at EEF Far East Street as Asia-Pacific energy and logistics hub Sakhalin Region will again participate in the Far East Street exhibition, scheduled to take place on 3–9 September as part of the 2025 Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. The exhibition is being organized by the Roscongress Foundation with the support of the Office of the Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District. The country’s only island region will present major investment and social projects, share its unique history and culture, and touch on the development of unmanned aviation.

    Source: Eastern Economic Forum

    1 July 2025

    Sakhalin Region to appear at EEF Far East Street as Asia-Pacific energy and logistics hub

    Sakhalin Region will again participate in the Far East Street exhibition, scheduled to take place on 3–9 September as part of the 2025 Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. The exhibition is being organized by the Roscongress Foundation with the support of the Office of the Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District. The country’s only island region will present major investment and social projects, share its unique history and culture, and touch on the development of unmanned aviation.

    “Sakhalin Region is one of the Far East’s investment leaders. It ranks fourth on the National Investment Climate Rating and first out of the constituent entities of the Far Eastern Federal District. The manufacturing, coal, and construction industries are all growing. Awaiting entrepreneurs are TAD and free port benefits and preferential treatment in the Kurils. Science and technology are booming in the region. The President has ordered that an international campus be created. An engineering school and electrical engineering laboratory are currently in operation, the first phase of the Oil and Gas Industrial Park has been launched, and a scientific and production centre for the development of unmanned systems established, all contributing to new production facilities, new talent, and train for a new generation of specialists. The local master plan is reinventing Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. There’s no denying there is much to showcase and be proud of in the region,” Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation and Plenipotentiary Presidential Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District Yury Trutnev said.

    The Sakhalin Region’s main pavilion on Far East Street, located next to the investor pavilion in the shape of a scallop shell, will take the form of waves and be decorated with installations related to logistics: a hydrogen train, a UAV, an aircraft, and the port of Korsakov.

    “The EEF has long played an important role in Sakhalin Region’s economic development. We have signed more than 60 agreements here in the past five years, good for some 5,700 jobs, and launched important projects in energy, transport, and education, modernizing the power grid, developing hydrogen energy, spreading gas throughout the region, modernizing port infrastructure, building medical clinics, and developing science as part of the construction of the SakhalinTech campus. It is important to us that Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands become more comfortable and that people want to visit and live here, a goal we will continue to pursue in the future,” Governor of the Sakhalin Region Valery Limarenko said.

    Inside the pavilion, there will be an installation dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, with the exhibition ‘Roads to Victory’ telling the story of the Battle of Sakhalin and the Landing on Shumshu and a film about the expedition to the island and videos reconstructing battles in the Kholmsky and Smirnykhovsky.

    “The President of the Russian Federation has tasked us with creating a memorial complex on Shumshu, one the islands of the Kuril chain, dedicated to the Kuril landing operation, which essentially marked the end of World War II and the defeat of the Kwantung Army. Our soldiers defeated superior forces, demonstrated outstanding heroism, parachuted into the water fully equipped, and attacked tanks and firing points located on high ground. It is one of the most significant pages in our history,” Trutnev said.

    The Tourism zone will feature new historical tours like ‘The Battle of Shumshu’ and ‘The Liberation of Southern Sakhalin’, winter and summer holidays, culinary tours, and the ‘Far East – Land of Adventure’ project.

    The Sakhalin – Russian Showcase zone will feature important projects like the agglomeration master plan and regional development in medicine, science and education, logistics, culture, and the urban environment.

    Another zone has been dedicated to the results of the Sakhalin Region Development Corporation’s work over the last decade and will use multimedia technologies, among others, to report on initiatives by the Mersi Agro Sakhalin livestock complex, the Horizon residential complex, the Uyun territory development project, the agro-park, and the oil service park.

    The UAV and USV zone will showcase the island’s efforts to lead the development of unmanned systems in Russia, with a separate exhibition promoting Sakhalin’s achievements in the field.

    There are plans to host three international forums in Sakhalin Region in 2025: ‘Wings of Sakhalin’, ‘Energy of Sakhalin’, and ‘Islands of Sustainable Development: Climate’ at the new Pushisty Drone Port. The Sakhalin Expo exhibition will be dedicated to the development of congress and exhibition activities in the region.

    The main pavilion will be located next to the ‘Made in Sakhalin’ stand, which will showcase regional clothing, jewellery, souvenir, food, and health brands as well as achievements in the film industry and computer graphics. The pavilion will incorporate works by Sakhalin photographers and musicians into its design and feature a variety of murals, including an image of the Aniva lighthouse, the unofficial symbol of the region.

    The art installation ‘Happy Motherhood’ will symbolize family values in honour of 2025 as the Year of Happy Motherhood on the islands and the focus of the regional government’s social policy on demographic issues and the conditions necessary for women to be mothers without having to sacrifice their careers or their families.

    This year’s cultural programme from the Sakhalin Region will seek to promote local authors and musicians, with songs by Sakhalin composer and poet Georgy Zobov to be performed by artists from the Stage Academy and accompanied by the Aritmia dance studio and Dreambox band. Guests can look forward to performances by the duo Vishnya, who will present a combination of electronic music, songs, and ethnic music, the Larisa Dolina Academy of Pop Music ensemble, which will perform cover versions of well-known Russian hits, and stilt walkers from the 2233 theatre studio.

    A regional delegation will present a series of unique performances entitled ‘Sea Meditation’. Over the course of three days, Sakhalin artist Konstantin Kolupaev will employ his own unique technique to create paintings dedicated to the beauty and power of nature on a huge canvas as viewers observe the master at work.

    The Sakhalin Region sports programme will feature an interactive VR platform, where visitors can try their hand at downhill skiing, ski jumping, or parachuting, and the Beat the Champion chess platform.

    The Eastern Economic Forum will be held on the campus of the Far Eastern Federal University in Vladivostok from 3–6 September, during which time the Far East Street exhibition will be open to Forum participants, before opening to the general public on 7, 8, and 9 September. The Eastern Economic Forum is being organized by the Roscongress Foundation.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: SPbGASU teacher and student honored at celebration of St. Petersburg restorers

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering – Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering –

    On July 1, 1945, a decree was signed in Leningrad on the creation of the Leningrad Architectural Restoration Workshops.

    In honor of the 80th anniversary of the Leningrad School of Restoration, at a gala event in the State Academic Chapel, the Governor of St. Petersburg, Alexander Beglov, awarded the best specialists in the restoration industry.

    Among them are a teacher and a student of St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering.

    The Governor’s gratitude for her great contribution to the training of highly qualified specialists in the field of architectural restoration and many years of conscientious work was awarded to Nadezhda Akulova, associate professor of the Department of Architectural and Urban Heritage of our university.

    Fifth-year student of the Reconstruction and Restoration of Architectural Heritage program, Maria Lagutina, was among those recognized by the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg for her excellent academic achievements.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Young CCP members become torchbearers of the country’s future

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    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, July 2 (Xinhua) — Despite a busy schedule of exams and end-of-semester papers, Lin Jiajun finds time every day to read articles in Qiushi, a leading journal of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, to study the latest policies and guidelines for rural development in the country.

    The 22-year-old student majoring in urban and rural planning at Nanjing University of Technology in east China’s Jiangsu Province applied to join the Communist Party of China two years ago and plans to work in a field related to rural revitalization strategy after graduation.

    While doing fieldwork in Chinese villages earlier this year, Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong Province in southern China, native Lin Jiajun was deeply moved by what he saw.

    Like many young Chinese, he is inspired and proud of the Party’s work in rural areas: between 2013 and 2020, China lifted nearly 99 million rural people out of poverty, contributing more than 70 percent to global poverty reduction during that period.

    To consolidate the achievements in the fight against poverty, the party is now implementing a rural revitalization strategy in rural areas.

    “The CCP was the driving force behind this transformation. I remember reading in high school about how young party members, many of them college graduates, would go to villages to support local communities,” Lin Jiajun said.

    “There is still so much work to be done in the villages and I want to be part of that process,” he added.

    Like Lin Jiajun, a growing number of young Chinese are applying to join the party, inspired by its ideals and the country’s development prospects.

    Newly released data showed that more than 1.78 million people under the age of 35 joined the CPC, which celebrated its 104th anniversary on Tuesday, in 2024, accounting for 83.7 percent of the party’s net membership growth for the year.

    By the end of 2024, the number of young Party members in this age group exceeded 23 million, accounting for more than one-fifth of the total CPC membership.

    As a dynamic force, these members play a key role in the CPC’s modernization efforts. Since scientific and technological innovation is the centerpiece of China’s modernization, the Party aims to build a strong country in science and technology by 2035.

    In this process, the Communist Party emphasizes the role of young professionals, entrusting them with responsible tasks within the framework of major national initiatives.

    In 2020, during preparations for the launch of China’s Long March-5 carrier rocket at the Wenchang Satellite Launch Center in southern China’s Hainan Province, 24-year-old Zhou Chengyu, the first female subsystem commander at the site, calmly directed operations.

    Zhou Chengyu’s rise through the ranks was rapid. In two years, she participated in five major launches, each in a different role, before being named commander.

    The young woman lived up to the trust placed in her. During one mission, she had to climb more than 180 nearly vertical steel steps to reach an 8-square-meter test chamber filled with cables and pipes.

    She made four such climbs a day for 60 days. In recognition of her dedication and results, her position was later designated as a “vanguard party member post.”

    “I have chosen the right path. As a representative of the younger generation of Chinese, our aspirations must go hand in hand with the goals of the country,” the young commander said.

    Official data show that the average age of key scientists behind China’s BeiDou satellite navigation system, quantum research and FAST radio telescope project is around 30.

    Indeed, a new generation of CPC members is coming to the forefront, responding to the demands of the times and realizing their potential.

    Deng Wenhao, a Communist Party member and doctoral student at Taiyuan University of Technology in north China’s Shanxi Province, remembers the day in 2024 when he gave a presentation at the United Nations headquarters in New York on his team’s technology aimed at solving climate change and food security.

    “It was incredibly exciting to turn the knowledge I had gained into something meaningful. There is no greater reward for a researcher,” he said.

    Born in 1991 in Datong, a traditional coal-producing city in Shanxi Province, Deng Wenhao grew up seeing how coal and coal-fired power plants affected people’s lives. Because his grandparents were farmers, he also saw vast stretches of barren, salt-marsh land covered in what he remembers as a “crust of salt.”

    When his supervisor suggested exploring more natural methods of capturing carbon emissions, Deng Wenhao immediately thought of these saline soils. “I thought, why not capture carbon emissions and use them to reclaim alkaline soils?” he said.

    His department found the idea unconventional, but the proposal received support. Li Ping, secretary of the CPC committee of the School of Safety Engineering and Emergency Management at Taiyuan University of Technology, said the topic met the needs of the local economy.

    “We encourage our researchers to innovate and solve practical problems. We do not limit them in their choice of research direction,” Li Ping added.

    “The CCP is constantly innovating and adapting to the spirit of the times. It is full of energy and vitality, and that is why it attracts so many young people,” Deng Wenhao said. -0-

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Supervision gaps can lead to child abuse – what can be done?

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Marg Rogers, Senior Lecturer, Early Childhood Education; Post Doctoral Fellow, Manna Institute, University of New England

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    The horrific allegations of child abuse by an early childhood educator in Victoria came to light at a time when the early learning sector was already under fire for previous abuse revelations and safety breaches.

    Parents of young children in early learning services have good reason to be concerned, and it’s important to understand the way learning environments and grooming behaviours interfere with supervision.

    Recent worrying developments

    In March this year, an ABC Four Corners investigation revealed a rising number of breaches and safety concerns in Australian early childhood services.

    Recently, in Queensland, a paedophile was allowed to keep abusing children in services for years because agencies didn’t share complaints about an educator’s sexually abusive behaviour.

    In Australia, 50.4% of children aged five and under, and 35.3% of children aged 12 and under use approved care services such as daycare or after-school care. That’s more than 1.4 million children from more than a million families.

    The vast majority of services and educators are doing an excellent job of educating and caring for our children.

    But due to the recent spate of incidents, many parents have raised important questions about the level of supervision of children, and how acts of abuse can occur in busy services where there are a large number of people.

    Supervision policies and ratios

    There are national standards, laws and regulations about ratios applicable to services in all states and territories, with some very minor variations.

    The ratios between educators and children depend on the type of service and the age of the children. Babies up to 24 months need one educator for every four children. For 24-36 months, this generally increases to one educator for every five children.

    Preschoolers (3-5 years) require one educator for up to 11 children.

    According to government regulations, children should not be alone with educators.

    But challenges to active supervision include:

    • educator leave

    • a lack of casual educators

    • attrition

    • educator burnout and busyness

    • times of stress (including assessment and rating) when vast amounts of paperwork need to be done, reducing active supervision

    • loopholes such as “under the roof” ratios where every adult in the building (such as cleaners, administration staff and cooks) are illegally counted as educators

    • one-to-one times between children and educators, such as nappy changing and toileting

    • quiet and secluded spaces for children which can be very difficult to supervise, like tents and cubby houses.

    Grooming and supervision

    Grooming interferes with effective supervision in early childhood services.

    Abusers of children make the child feel special by giving them special presents, treats and sharing secrets with them. The child then feels cherished, seeking out the abuser.

    Using a variety of tactics, they usually isolate the child from those they are closest to, meaning they are less likely to disclose abuse.

    Abusers groom not only children but also parents, other educators and management. During this process, they are building trust and dependence.

    Children who are being groomed seek out the abuser, which means the child looks happy spending time with the adult, which seems innocent to those supervising.

    What changes are needed?

    While some improvements have been made, much more needs to happen to fix the long-neglected issues that allow abuse in early learning settings.

    Attracting more staff is a starting point, with more than 20,000 educators needed in Australia. This may require equal pay to school teachers with the same qualifications, and an overall improvement in wages.

    And the status of early childhood educators needs to be lifted within the community.

    Effective child protection training is also needed for educators that covers grooming behaviours.

    Additionally, parents need training on these behaviours and how to recognise signs their child might be being abused.

    Children need to learn ways to protect themselves from harm. They need to know what to do if someone asks them to keep secrets (different to surprises), pressures them to do something they don’t want to do, or uses threats.

    Overall, we need agencies responsible for child protection within and between states and territories to talk to each other and systems that work together to keep our children safe.

    If this story has raised any issues for you, please contact one of the services below:

    • 1800 Respect, National counselling helpline: 1800 737 732
    • Bravehearts, counselling and support for survivors of child sexual abuse: 1800 272 831
    • Child Wise, counselling provider: 1800 991 099
    • Lifeline, 24-hour crisis support and suicide preventio: 13 11 14
    • Care Leavers Australia Network: 1800 008 774
    • PartnerSPEAK, peer support for non-offending partners: (03) 9018 7872

    Marg Rogers received Commonwealth funding for her postdoctoral fellowship with the Manna Institute.

    – ref. Supervision gaps can lead to child abuse – what can be done? – https://theconversation.com/supervision-gaps-can-lead-to-child-abuse-what-can-be-done-260284

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Politics with Michelle Grattan: Kerrynne Liddle on seizing more opportunities with Indigenous Australians

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

    From this Sunday, Australians will be celebrating NAIDOC Week, which marks its 50th anniversary this year.

    The week highlights the achievements, history and culture of Australia’s First Peoples. It’s also a time to reflect on the huge effort needed to materially improve the lives of Indigenous communities and individuals.

    On this podcast, we’re joined by Senator Kerrynne Liddle, an Arrernte woman and the first Aboriginal federal parliamentarian from South Australia. Senator Liddle is shadow minister for Indigenous Australians and shadow minister for social services on Opposition Leader Sussan Ley’s frontbench.

    On the Closing the Gap targets, which shows progress being made on only four of the 19 targets, Liddle says a stronger focus is required on early intervention.

    Across all of these areas we know that a very small amount of money goes into prevention and early intervention. And if I take incarceration specifically, in the prison system, we know that 60% of people that are in there actually are often return people. So recidivism is a major issue.

    When you look at the reason why many people are in custody, it is because of violence. So addressing the key issue of violence – hopefully before it begins – is going to be really, really important here.

    But also responding quick enough to support those victim-survivors, who need to be able to remove themselves from that situation, or remove the perpetrator from that situation. That’s going to be crucial for people to able to improve outcomes for themselves. Because if there is much disruption and dysfunction in a family, everyone is affected.

    Liddle says the problems are known, but money isn’t getting to the right places fast enough.

    Only two weeks ago, I was in Mutitjulu in Central Australia, at Uluru. People there were talking about how infrastructure is failing to keep up with demand. They were talking about how people struggle to navigate the service system. They talk about how children don’t have enough activities out of school and they didn’t have enough sports and recreation people.

    This is not new, these are things we hear over and over again. The frustration is money flowing, in a timely manner, and actually ensuring that there is accountability that the money has flowed effectively and for the purpose that it was intended.

    Liddle says her focus will remain on having those “unpleasant conversations” focused on real outcomes, rather than on symbolic causes.

    I just want to say that conversations about acknowledgement of country, welcome to country, and the flags frustrate me when I know that there are children who are deaf before they actually get to school. There are children who aren’t attending school. There are children who are hungry and are finding themselves wandering the streets at night, because it’s not safe to go home.

    They’re the kinds of things I want to continue to talk about, because those are the issues that affect children every single night.

    Drawing on her experience before entering politics, Liddle says helping Indigenous workers integrate into the broader economy can improve personal outcomes.

    These are not intractable [problems]. We can find solutions. I saw that myself, when I was working at [Indigenous tourism company] Voyages. I saw it when I was working in Santos. There were so many good stories about people that just wanted an opportunity. And when it was given to them in sufficient measure, with the right supports that they needed to be successful, they took it up every single time.

    And what was really valuable for them was they were part of the general economy. They were part of the general society. They were a part of the workplace.

    They weren’t relegated to a special Aboriginal employment programme that they could sit on for the rest of their life. It was about saying, ‘you know what? You belong in the economy with all of us and here’s a place for you and we’re going to help you to take that up’. As a person who’s worked in this area, it is extremely satisfying when you identify that opportunity, create that opportunity, and people do respond to that opportunity.

    Michelle Grattan 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. Politics with Michelle Grattan: Kerrynne Liddle on seizing more opportunities with Indigenous Australians – https://theconversation.com/politics-with-michelle-grattan-kerrynne-liddle-on-seizing-more-opportunities-with-indigenous-australians-260288

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