Hyundai Rotem has won a 748.2 billion won (US$487.3 million) railway maintenance contract in Morocco, expanding on a previous train supply deal. The 20-year agreement with ONCF covers 440 train cars and follows a 2.23 trillion won deal for double-decker electric trains.
The National Science Foundation will halt plans to dismantle the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a $368m deep-sea system collecting vital ocean data. The reversal follows outcry from lawmakers and scientists concerned about losing climate and weather forecasting information.
Kochi police are investigating after workers at Cochin Shipyard discovered a message reading "I Love Pakistan" etched inside a vessel undergoing maintenance. The writing, found on an internal wall about 10 days ago, prompted a complaint from the shipyard, a sensitive naval facility.
A Delhi court denied a woman interim maintenance, citing her education and income over Rs 60,000/month, despite her husband earning over Rs 1 lakh. The court ruled maintenance isn't automatic and upheld child support.
Ecosystems are often described using functional language, implying they have purposes they can fail to perform. This essay argues that ecosystems lack intrinsic ends and cannot truly "break down," challenging the "ecosystem services" framework and advocating for clearer thinking about environmental crises.
England is proposing minimum grade requirements, like a GCSE English pass, for students to access government loans for higher education. This could block over 30,000 students annually, disproportionately affecting those from poorer or non-traditional backgrounds, and potentially harming universities reliant on such enrollments.
Valvoline offers various coupons and deals for oil changes and motor oil purchases. Savings include $10 off conventional oil changes, $15 off synthetic blend oil changes, 25% off bulk purchases, and a $5 rebate for DIY oil changers at farm stores.
The Bombay High Court ruled that a divorced wife cannot seek an increase in maintenance after her husband's death. However, she can still claim arrears and lifetime maintenance from his estate.
China's C919 airliner is undergoing its first major maintenance checks, a critical step for its long-term airworthiness and a bid to gain European regulatory approval. China Southern Airlines completed the first 'C-check' in May, a rigorous process involving 6,000 man-hours.
A skydiving plane crashed shortly after takeoff in western Missouri, killing all 12 people aboard. The tragedy has renewed scrutiny of safety practices in the skydiving industry, with investigators noting potential maintenance and oversight issues.
Hong Kong's Development Bureau is launching a 12-month trial of heavy-duty drones, capable of carrying up to 150kg, to transport construction materials and perform maintenance tasks. The "Sandbox X" project aims to explore the safe application of emerging drone technology in real-world conditions, potentially reducing safety risks and costs for public projects.
The US FDA has issued an import alert for Dabur India's factory in Dadra and Nagar Haveli, India, due to significant data integrity and maintenance lapses, including falsified manufacturing records and unsanitary conditions.
The Allahabad High Court ruled that a qualified wife, capable of earning but choosing not to work to burden her husband, can be denied maintenance under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act.
Apple a versé 212 millions d'euros au fisc français pour mettre fin à un contrôle fiscal portant sur ses exercices 2024 et antérieurs. Cet accord concerne les prix de transfert entre Apple France et sa maison mère irlandaise, dont le calcul était contesté.
A Federal Court has ordered the INSS to present a maintenance and regularization plan for its agency in Rio Branco, Acre, within 15 days. The decision addresses structural, sanitary, safety, and accessibility issues that pose risks to employees and beneficiaries.
Russian Energy Minister Novak stated oil production is slightly below year-start levels due to unscheduled refinery maintenance. He assured a stable domestic fuel market and noted the global energy crisis is unprecedented, exacerbated by Middle East conflicts.
The Dreame L20 Ultra robot vacuum and mop is available for its lowest price ever at $279 with code L20VERGE. It features a self-emptying dustbin, automatic mop washing/drying, and AI obstacle avoidance.
Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin stated that the likelihood of a military conflict against Russia and Belarus, potentially escalating into a global conflict, is "extremely high" due to Europe's rapid militarization and NATO's troop deployments.
NYPD is investigating multiple instances of groups entering and exiting NYC's sewer system. Security footage shows individuals with tools emerging from manholes in Brooklyn and Queens, raising concerns about their activities.
NYPD is investigating multiple instances of groups entering and exiting NYC's sewer system via maintenance holes in Brooklyn and Queens. Security footage shows individuals with headlamps and tools, raising concerns about their activities.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a wife can still seek maintenance money even after signing a waiver agreement for a lump-sum payment, stating such agreements are against public policy and the Rs 60,000 waiver was insufficient.
Cologne's Catholic Cathedral will introduce a €12 entry fee for tourists starting July 1 to cover maintenance, security, and daily operations, estimated at €16 million annually. Exceptions will be made for children and on specific holidays, with free access for worshippers. This move makes it one of few German churches charging admission, though common in other European countries.
Housing societies in NCR are reviewing maintenance charges due to increased minimum wages impacting manpower costs for staff like security guards and housekeepers. Residents are demanding transparency before accepting higher bills.
Vedanta's Konkola Copper Mines has begun a 60-day shutdown of its Nchanga smelter in Zambia for essential maintenance and modernization. This move, part of a strategy to increase output, coincides with other plant shutdowns, potentially impacting global copper and sulphuric acid supplies.
