Google signs largest offshore power agreement
Technology giant Google has signed its largest ever power purchase agreement (PPA) with offshore wind projects off the coast of the Netherlands as part of efforts to green its power supply and hit climate targets, it said on Thursday. According to Reuters, renewable power project developers are increasingly tying their electricity output to long-term PPAs to provide revenue security, while corporate buyers are keen to lock in supply and ensure they meet targets for sourcing clean power. Under its largest offshore wind PPA to date, Google has agreed to take 478 megawatts (MW) of power from two new wind farms developed by Crosswind & Ecowende Consortia, joint ventures between energy companies Shell and Dutch utility Eneco. It also announced smaller renewable PPAs in Italy, Poland and Belgium but did not disclose any financial details of the deals. Google, however, is seeking to match each hour of electricity used with an hour of clean power production, something proponents of the method say better reflects companies’ actual energy use.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2024 16:26 UTC
Tom Wilson on anonymous NHL player who said they wanted to punch him: ‘I’d probably punch that guy in the face, too’
Tom Wilson had a very Tom Wilson reaction to a violence-thirsty player admitting to The Athletic in an NHL player poll that they wanted to hit him. The player was giving a response after voting for Wilson on the question: Who’s the player in the league whose face you most want to punch? I respect that,” the anonymous NHL player said. “I’d probably punch that guy in the face, too,” Wilson joked. The ultimate winner of the poll question was Nick Cousins who received 28.57 percent of the voting.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2024 16:19 UTC
Waney inspiration | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Every day and every now and then things happen and happen in your land my land our land, your country my country our country. As they happen and happen they germinate our imagination. I equally gave thought to Professor Olu Obafemi, eminent Professor, scholar, playwright and poet in the creative mold of Professor (Mrs.) Akachi Ezeigbo. In fact, it is waning and becoming waney and very waney: my inspiration. Then my inspiration will not be waney and very waney as it is now.
Source:The Guardian
February 02, 2024 15:32 UTC
Equity market rebounds with N902bn gain
Bullish trading resurfaced on the stock market on Thursday leading to a gain of N902bn. The domestic bourse All-Share Index and market capitalisation rose by 1.63 per cent to close at 102,802.25 points and N56.26tn, respectively. The year-to-date return of the market improved to 37.48 per cent. Meanwhile, the total deals and value declined by 10.06 per cent and 45.96 per cent to 12,851 trades and N12.16bn, respectively. The total traded volume for the day increased by 14.93 per cent to 861.01 million units.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2024 14:14 UTC
Diverse experience, technical skill pivotal in healthcare IT role — Expert
A healthcare technology expert with advanced skills in health informatics, Queen Enahoro, has highlighted her experiences and technical expertise as critical in her pivotal role in healthcare information technology (IT). The expert has played a pivotal role in meeting the ever-evolving demands of the IT industry. She said, “My diverse experiences and technical expertise, including as a health informatics analyst, graduate researcher, conference organiser, and project manager, have equipped me to play a pivotal role in the operational aspects of healthcare IT. Specialised skills in project management, database management, data science applications, IT support, and data security and privacy are evident in my academic transcript. She earned her bachelor’s degree before pursuing a master’s degree in health informatics at the same institution.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2024 13:44 UTC
Google unveils revolutionary search updates for 2024
In a groundbreaking announcement recently, Elizabeth Reid, Vice President of Search at Google, revealed two major updates that are set to transform the way users search for information in 2024. Generative AI in Search:Google has been boldly experimenting with generative AI in Search, with the latest result being AI-powered insights for multisearch. The company initiated the Search Generative Experience (SGE) in Search Labs, allowing users to provide valuable feedback. As Google continues to experiment with generative AI and identifies the most helpful applications, these innovations will be introduced into Search more broadly. The company encourages users to join Search Labs and opt into the SGE experiment to explore the latest capabilities and actively contribute to reimagining the future of Search.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2024 13:37 UTC
Bye-elections: IG restricts movement in Lagos, 25 others Saturday
The affected states are Ebonyi, Yobe, Kebbi, Lagos, Ondo, Taraba, Benue, Borno, Kaduna, Plateau and Akwa Ibom. The IG also ordered a ban on all security aides to VIPs and escorts from accompanying their principals and politicians to polling booths and collation centres during the election. He added, “The movement restrictions, including the ban on VIP aides, escorts, and state security outfits, are crucial measures aimed at preventing any undue interference or intimidation during the electoral process. The IG emphasizes that these restrictions are implemented to safeguard the integrity of the elections and guarantee equal participation for all citizens of the affected states. He quoted the IG as expressing the confidence that, through collective efforts, the upcoming run-off and bye-elections will be conducted peacefully, transparently, and in line with the principles of democracy.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2024 10:11 UTC
Gov Eno felicitates campaign DG, Assam Assam on birthday
The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has extended his felicitations to the Director-General of his Campaign Organisation, Chief Assam Assam, SAN, on his birthday. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Ekerete Udoh, the Governor praised Chief Assam Assam, describing him as a dependable ally who worked diligently to ensure the establishment of his administration. “On behalf of the Government and the people of Akwa Ibom State, I extend heartfelt celebrations to you on the occasion of your birthday today. “Today, eight months later, we express gratitude for the strides we are making and the journey that lies ahead. “As you mark your birthday today, I, along with others, wish you robust health, a sound mind, and more years of dedicated service to your dear state.”
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2024 06:04 UTC
Five key Budget 2024 proposals that pack a punch
The budget rightly spans initiatives for upliftment of poor, women, youth and farmers. The government, recognising this, has extended tax benefits for startups and sovereign wealth or pension fund investments to maintain a favourable investment climate. Furthermore, the FM talked about negotiating bilateral investment treaties by emphasising on a 'first develop India' approach. The viability gap funding for offshore wind energy is much needed to kick off the initial set of projects. It is now imperative for the private sector to leverage these opportunities and innovate, and contribute to India's growth story.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2024 04:53 UTC
Austin says cancer diagnosis was a ‘gut punch,’ apologizes for secrecy
Neither President Biden nor most of the Pentagon staff were notified for days, a move for which Austin said he has apologized directly. “I should have told the president about my cancer diagnosis. “I don’t think I’ve created a culture of secrecy,” Austin said, later adding that he has not considered resigning as some Republicans have demanded. At this point, Austin said, “it is time” to take away military capability from these militias to prevent future attacks. “Congress has had some very relevant questions that they’ve asked us, and we will continue to answer those questions,” Austin said.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2024 00:15 UTC
The solar sucker-punch
Solar battles between political parties | Photo Credit: KUMAR SSThe residential rooftop solar segment was lying moribund, barely displaying a twitch of life. On January 22, Prime Minister Narendra Modi came up with the announcement of a big push to residential rooftop solar industry came, riding piggy-back on the upbeat, post-Ayodhya pran-prathishta mood. The push for a hundred million solar rooftops for residential units was presented as a social welfare plus climate change fighting measure; the political underpinning of the move was subtle. The household will of course have to pay for installing the rooftop solar plant, which will cost around ₹65,000 a kW. But BJP-government, one hears, has a trick up its sleeve — it is asking public sector undertakings to ‘gift’ small-sized rooftop solar plants to poor households.
Source:Punch
February 01, 2024 21:12 UTC
One Punch Man World best settings for PC
The beloved shonen anime franchise finally gets its first international cross platform game, One Punch Man World, released in February 2024. After installing it, you might already be searching for One Punch Man World best settings for PC, especially if you’re running it on a limited setup. One Punch Man World best settings for PC — recommended settings you can consider tweakingFirstly, where are the settings located? One Punch Man World best settings for displayCredit: Shueisha, screenshot by Amanda Tan/ONE EsportsThe best thing about OPMW’s custom display settings is that it gives you the option to adjust “Ultimate Animation”. figureThe One Punch Man manga and anime follows the story of Saitama, a seemingly ordinary man who becomes a superhero for fun.
Source:Punch
February 01, 2024 20:55 UTC
House rent hike: Nasarawa residents seek government’s intervention, regulation
Some residents of Nasarawa State have appealed to the state government to intervene in the arbitrary increase in house rent as the situation is becoming unbearable. The residents, who spoke in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday, also called on the government to make policies to regulate house rent as landlords were increasing rents at will. “She also appealed to the government to make policies that would put a stop to unnecessary increase in the rent by the landlords. “This is because some of them just hike the cost of the house without maintenance and consideration of the occupants. Similarly, Mr Makama Musa, a business man, lamented such incessant increase in the rent by the house owners.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 01, 2024 14:28 UTC
PUNCH celebrates 50th anniversary
Nigeria’s foremost print and digital media group, PUNCH Nigeria Limited, is set to roll out the drums to mark its 50th anniversary with an array of epoch-making ceremonies in Lagos. PUNCH, the publisher of the nation’s leading newspaper titles, The PUNCH, Saturday PUNCH, Sunday PUNCH, and PUNCH Online, clocked 50 on March 18, 2023. The 50th anniversary will be marked with the 40th anniversary of the passing of the founding Chairman, the late Chief James Olubunmi Aboderin, who died on February 28, 1984, at the age of 50. The celebration of our 50th anniversary is not just an opportunity to wine and dine but a chance to celebrate our excellent heritage and fierce editorial independence,” Joseph said. A special commemorative anniversary publication to mark the golden jubilee anniversary of the newspaper will also be distributed at some of the events.
Source:Punch
February 01, 2024 13:41 UTC
Abductors of pregnant woman, six other Abuja residents demand N290m ransom
Gunmen who abducted seven residents, including a pregnant woman from Kuduru, a neighbouring community of Bwari Area Council in Abuja, have demanded N290 million ransom to release their hostages. The victims who were abducted on December 28 at the Kuduru extension by the bandits included a pregnant woman, three children and four adults, who have spent one month and four days in captivity. “They have reached out to us to bring N290 million to secure their release or that they will kill two of them. We have a pregnant woman and three children among them,” he said. “We understand that these people are already falling sick in captivity because of the harsh weather and the treatment there.”
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 01, 2024 11:33 UTC