As the situation continues to unfold, it is crucial for residents in the affected areas to heed the advice and warnings of authorities, stay informed about developments, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. In times of crisis, solidarity and cooperation within communities can make a significant difference in effectively responding to and recovering from natural disasters.
SinoHytec, Toyota co-invest 1,9 billion yen in joint fuel cell venture in China On December 16, Beijing SinoHytec Co., Ltd. (“SinoHytec”) announced that it will jointly increase capital investment in its joint venture, Toyota SinoHytec Fuel Cell Co., Ltd. (“Toyota SinoHytec”), alongside Toyota Motor Corporation (“Toyota Motor”). The total capital injection amounts to 1.9 billion yen (approximately 89.61 million yuan), with SinoHytec contributing 950 million yen (around 44.81 million yuan). Following the capital increase, the registered capital of Toyota SinoHytec will rise from 4.5 billion yen to 6.4 billion yen (about 302 million yuan), while SinoHytec and Toyota Motor will each maintain their 50% ownership stake. The joint venture, established in June 2021, focuses on producing and commercializing fuel cell systems to support the adoption of fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Leveraging Toyota’s advanced fuel cell technology and localized R&D, the company designs systems that meet the diverse power output requirements of China’s commercial vehicle market. These systems offer high power, reliability, longevity, and cost efficiency, suitable for buses, coaches, logistics vehicles, and trucks. the latest news shaping the hydrogen market at SinoHytec, Toyota co-invest 1,9 billion yen in joint fuel cell venture in China, Impact Coatings Receives Order from Feintool (China) for INLINECOATER IC2000 for Fuel Cell Coatings Impact Coatings AB (publ) has received an order for an INLINECOATERTM IC2000 from Feintool Precision System Parts... Hyzon Receives Order for Refuse Collection And Class 8 200kW Fuel Cell Electric Trucks From South San Francisco Scavenger Company BOLINGBROOK, Ill., December 17, 2024 – Hyzon (NASDAQ: HYZN) (Hyzon or the Company), a U.S... Blue Origin Licenses Nimbus Power Systems’ Fuel Cell Technology for Development of Space Power Systems GROTON, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nimbus Power Systems, Inc., a pioneering developer of advanced fuel cell...The transition was not easy for Wang Lei. Leaving behind the familiarity and security of his job in Shenyang, he faced uncertainties and challenges in starting a new venture in a new city. However, fueled by his love for Li Na and his determination to make their relationship work, Wang Lei pushed through the difficulties and embraced his new role as an ice cream seller with enthusiasm and determination.
Ukrainian officials have denounced a Christmas Eve attack on President Volodymyr Zelensky's hometown, which has killed one person and injured 15, four seriously. or signup to continue reading A ballistic missile struck an apartment building in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih. "The monsters landed a direct hit on a four-storey residential block with 32 apartments," the head of the city's military administration, Oleksandr Vilkul, wrote on Telegram. One man whose body had been pulled from under the rubble could not be revived by medics, regional governor Serhiy Lysak said. Vilkul later said that a woman had been rescued and taken to a hospital after spending four hours covered in rubble. "While other countries of the world are celebrating Christmas, Ukrainians are continuing to suffer from endless Russian attacks," Ukraine's human rights ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets wrote on Telegram. Governor Lysak posted photographs of rescuers trawling through a large pile of rubble, recovering a person covered in dust and loading them into an ambulance. Kryvyi Rih is a steelmaking city with a pre-war population of more than 600,000. Its southern outskirts lie about 65 km from the nearest Russian-occupied territory, and it has regularly been the target of Russian missile attacks throughout the war. Russia says it does not deliberately target civilians, although thousands have been killed since Moscow launched its invasion in 2022. DAILY Today's top stories curated by our news team. WEEKDAYS Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation. WEEKLY The latest news, results & expert analysis. WEEKDAYS Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening. WEEKLY Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters. WEEKLY Love footy? We've got all the action covered. WEEKLY Every Saturday and Tuesday, explore destinations deals, tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe. WEEKLY Going out or staying in? Find out what's on. WEEKDAYS Sharp. Close to the ground. Digging deep. Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs, politics and more. TWICE WEEKLY Your essential national news digest: all the big issues on Wednesday and great reading every Saturday. WEEKLY Get news, reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert, ACM's exclusive motoring partner. TWICE WEEKLY Get real, Australia! Let the ACM network's editors and journalists bring you news and views from all over. AS IT HAPPENS Be the first to know when news breaks. DAILY Your digital replica of Today's Paper. Ready to read from 5am! DAILY Test your skills with interactive crosswords, sudoku & trivia. Fresh daily! Advertisement AdvertisementOne of the highlights of JD Airlines' expansion is the introduction of new routes to South Korea, a popular destination for both leisure and business travelers. With its vibrant blend of culture, technology, and modernity, South Korea has emerged as a top travel destination in Asia. By adding flights to key cities such as Seoul and Busan, JD Airlines aims to cater to the growing demand for travel between China and South Korea, providing passengers with more choices and flexibility when planning their trips.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Working-class voters helped Republicans make steady election gains this year and expanded a coalition that increasingly includes rank-and-file union members, a political shift spotlighting one of President-elect Donald Trump’s latest Cabinet picks: a GOP congresswoman, who has drawn labor support, to be his labor secretary. Oregon Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer narrowly lost her bid for a second term this month, despite strong backing from union members, a key part of the Democratic base but gravitating in the Trump era toward a Republican Party traditionally allied with business interests. “Lori’s strong support from both the Business and Labor communities will ensure that the Labor Department can unite Americans of all backgrounds behind our Agenda for unprecedented National Success - Making America Richer, Wealthier, Stronger and more Prosperous than ever before!” Trump said in a statement announcing his choice Friday night. For decades, labor unions have sided with Democrats and been greeted largely with hostility by Republicans. But with Trump's populist appeal, his working-class base saw a decent share of union rank-and-file voting for Republicans this year, even as major unions, including the AFL-CIO and the United Auto Workers , endorsed Democrat Kamala Harris in the White House race. Trump sat down with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union leadership and members this year, and when he emerged from that meeting, he boasted that a significant chunk of union voters were backing him. Of a possible Teamsters endorsement, he said, “Stranger things have happened.” The Teamsters ultimately declined to endorse either Trump, the former president, or Harris, the vice president, though leader Sean O’Brien had a prominent speaking slot at the Republican National Convention. Kara Deniz, a Teamsters spokesperson, told the Associated Press that O’Brien met with more than a dozen House Republicans this past week to lobby on behalf of Chavez-DeRemer. “Chavez-DeRemer would be an excellent choice for labor secretary and has his backing,” Deniz said. The work of the Labor Department affects workers’ wages, health and safety, ability to unionize, and employers' rights to fire employers, among other responsibilities. On Election Day, Trump deepened his support among voters without a college degree after running just slightly ahead of Democrat Joe Biden with noncollege voters in 2020. Trump made modest gains, earning a clear majority of this group, while only about 4 in 10 supported Harris, according to AP VoteCast, a sweeping survey of more than 120,000 voters nationwide. Roughly 18% of voters in this year's election were from union households, with Harris winning a majority of the group. But Trump's performance among union members kept him competitive and helped him win key states such as Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin. Chavez-DeRemer was one of few House Republicans to endorse the “Protecting the Right to Organize” or PRO Act, which would allow more workers to conduct organizing campaigns and add penalties for companies that violate workers’ rights. The measure would weaken “right-to-work” laws that allow employees in more than half the states to avoid participating in or paying dues to unions that represent workers at their places of employment. Trump's first term saw firmly pro-business policies from his appointees across government, including those on the National Labor Relations Board. Trump, a real estate developer and businessman before winning the presidency, generally has backed policies that would make it harder for workers to unionize. During his recent campaign, Trump criticized union bosses, and at one point suggested that UAW members should not pay their dues. His first administration did expand overtime eligibility rules, but not nearly as much as Democrats wanted, and a Trump-appointed judge has since struck down the Biden administration’s more generous overtime rules. He has stacked his incoming administration with officials who worked on the Heritage Foundation’s “Project 2025” blueprint, which includes a sharp swing away from Biden’s pro-union policies. “Chavez-DeRemer’s record suggests she understands the value of policies that strengthen workers’ rights and economic security,” said Rebecca Dixon, president and CEO of National Employment Law Project, which is backed my many of the country’s major labor unions. “But the Trump administration’s agenda is fundamentally at odds with these principles, threatening to roll back workplace protections, undermine collective bargaining, and prioritize corporate profits over the needs of working people. This is where her true commitment to workers will be tested.” Other union leaders also issued praise, but also sounded a note of caution. “Educators and working families across the nation will be watching ... as she moves through the confirmation process,” the president of the National Education Association, Becky Pringle, said in a statement, “and hope to hear a pledge from her to continue to stand up for workers and students as her record suggests, not blind loyalty to the Project 2025 agenda.” AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler welcomed the choice while taking care to note Trump's history of opposing polices that support unions. "It remains to be seen what she will be permitted to do as secretary of labor in an administration with a dramatically anti-worker agenda,” Shuler said.
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Global AI In Beauty And Cosmetics Market: Key Trends, Market Share, Growth Drivers, And Forecast For 2024-2033KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of Congo Apple “could not have been unaware” that its supply chain was contaminated with “blood minerals,” a lawyer representing the Democratic Republic of Congo said Tuesday. The trial in the capital Kinshasa marks the first in a series of legal actions against major corporations. Robert Amsterdam of Amsterdam & Partners said Apple was chosen as a target due to its immense economic influence and its public messaging on environmental commitments, particularly claims of contributing to the preservation of the planet. “Apple is one of the most symbolic targets because of its ubiquitous messaging about ‘doing good for the planet’,” he said. The minerals in question – tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold – are critical components in manufacturing electronic devices, including smartphones, tablets, and computers. These resources are primarily extracted from the Kivu region in eastern Congo, where armed groups, including the Rwandan-backed M23, maintain control over mining operations. According to UN expert reports, M23 generates approximately $300,000 in monthly revenue through illegal taxes imposed on local mining activities. The case raises serious questions about the reliability of mineral traceability systems, such as the International Tin Supply Chain Initiative program. The initiative lost its validation from the Responsible Minerals Initiative nearly two years ago, yet some companies continue to cite it as proof of compliance despite its reported shortcomings. Apple, responding to the allegations, acknowledged that like other technology firms, it indirectly sources minerals from Congo and neighboring Rwanda through a complex network of intermediaries, including trading posts, refineries, and smelters. These intermediaries are expected to adhere to traceability standards set by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Congolese authorities have filed lawsuits against Apple subsidiaries in France and Belgium, accusing the company of complicity in war crimes, money laundering, and consumer deception. The legal action highlights efforts to expose the role of multinational corporations in exploiting minerals from conflict zones. The conflict in eastern Congo is rooted in decades of instability, armed group activity, and competition over valuable resources. The region, rich in tin, tantalum, tungsten, and gold – often referred to as “conflict minerals” – has been a center of violence and illegal mining. Armed groups such as the M23 exploit these resources to fund operations, imposing illegal taxes and controlling mines. International corporations’ involvement in the region has come under growing scrutiny, as these minerals enter global supply chains, indirectly fueling the ongoing conflict. While traceability systems aim to ensure ethical sourcing, they have demonstrated significant weaknesses. Congo’s lawsuit against Apple underscores mounting efforts to hold multinational corporations accountable for their direct or indirect role in perpetuating cycles of conflict and exploitation.GitLab Chief Financial Officer Brian Robins to Present at the Barclays 22nd Annual Global Technology Conference